Experience the Joy of RICE on STAGE: 'Love Rice' Gourmet Screening Festival in Tokyo

RICE on STAGE: The 'Love Rice' Gourmet Screening Festival

Mark your calendars! The much-anticipated RICE on STAGE: 'Love Rice' Gourmet Screening Festival is set to take place at HUMAX Cinemas Ikebukuro on January 17th and 18th, 2026. Produced by Humax Entertainment, this event promises to be a delightful experience for fans of the celebrated series.

What is RICE on STAGE: 'Love Rice'?

RICE on STAGE: 'Love Rice' is a theatrical adaptation of the short TV anime series 'Love Rice -WE LOVE RICE-'. The show features characters that personify rice, depicting its journey to reclaim the spotlight against the rise of other food staples like bread and noodles. The series follows the protagonist, Hino Hikari, and her team 'Love Rice' as they embark on a mission to revive the appreciation for this vital staple in our diets.

In addition to the core storyline, fans can look forward to new entertaining original characters, including the 'ST☆RICE' and 'GAZEN BOYS' groups, who join the adventure in each subsequent installment. The series continues to evolve with the introduction of legendary figures from rice cultivation, creating rich, engaging narratives that captivate audiences and showcase deep passion for rice.

Unique Features of the Event

One of the standout aspects of the event is its food-centric theme. The screening festival will feature onigiri (rice balls) for sale, facilitated by the Onigiri Association, highlighting the culinary relevance of the show. Additionally, attendees can participate in a Shinto-style Ninjō-sai (a ceremony to express gratitude for the harvest) with the presence of shrine priests, adding an authentic cultural experience via the festival.

Event Details

Dates:

- Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Sunday, January 18, 2026

Venue:

Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas

Screening Schedule:

- January 17

- 12:00 PM: RICE on STAGE 'Love Rice' – Rice Will Come (Followed by a talk show)
- 4:30 PM: RICE on STAGE 'Love Rice' – Rice Will Come Again (Preceded by a talk show)

- January 18

- 12:00 PM: RICE on STAGE 'Love Rice' – I'll Give You Rice (Followed by a talk show)
- 4:30 PM: RICE on STAGE 'Love Rice' – Endless Rice Riot (Preceded by a talk show)

Guest Cast Appearances:

- January 17: Kentō, Shōta Kawakami, Saki Kitano, Toshihiro Shirakawa, Kiyu Tanai, Tsubasa Yoshizawa, Reiya Takahashi, Sōki Nakamikawa, Yōta Ōmi
- January 18: Shōgo Tamura, Yūta Hoshino, Kōsuke Shiraishi, Toshihiro Shirakawa, Kiyu Tanai, Kaita Fukushima, Kōjiro Oka

Note: The guest cast will be the same for both sessions each day.

Ticket Information:

Tickets will be available for ¥4,000 (tax included) each, starting December 14 at 12 AM JST through the Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas online ticketing platform. Be sure to secure your tickets soon!

For online purchasing, please confirm the screening dates before completing your transaction.