A Special Report on the Rabbit House Talk Party at AnimeJapan 2026!

On March 28, 2026, the eagerly awaited event titled "Rabbit House Talk Party @ AJ2026" took place at the Tokyo Big Sight during AnimeJapan 2026. This celebrated the announcement of the new feature film "Gochiusa: We Are Family!" and gathered a star-studded panel of voice actors who have brought the beloved characters to life over the years.

Voices of favorite characters such as Cocoa, Chino, Rize, Sharo, Maya, and Meg were represented by voice actresses Ayane Sakura, Inori Minase, Risa Taneda, Maaya Uchida, Aozora Tokui, and Rie Murakawa, respectively. The session was hosted by Sho Hayami, who voiced Takahiro, adding an extra layer of excitement to the atmosphere.

As the panel assembled, Hayami enthusiastically greeted the audience, asking, "Are you all feeling a bit fluttery?" This immediately filled the venue with a familiar warmth that fans have come to expect from Gochiusa events. Although Satoshi Sato, the voice of Chiya, could not attend, a heartfelt message from her was read aloud, expressing her anticipation for delivering overwhelming charm to the audience through the film.

The conversation shifted quickly to the upcoming film, with a sneak peek at the first teaser visual, crafted by character designer Akane Yano. The audience responded with cheers and the cast members joyfully agreed, exclaiming their admiration for the designs.

This announcement marked one year since the 10th Anniversary special event where the new project was unveiled. Reflecting on fond memories, the cast reminisced about the “Galactic Cute Championship,” a popular game segment from that time, provoking laughter as Sakura humorously stated, “I can’t recall anything else from that event!”

The panel also went down memory lane, touching on their individual experiences, including Sakura’s discovery of Gochiusa’s charm in the streets of France, where she felt as if the Gochiusa world was all around her.

In an engaging quiz segment called “Do You Remember?”, the cast experienced some delightful trivia questions from the series' various seasons, reminiscing on iconic scenes while interacting with the audience for hints, creating lively exchanges filled with laughter and good-natured competition.

With each question, the camaraderie among the cast became evident as they shared inside jokes and supportive energy, leading to an electrifying environment until the final question, where they playfully missed a couple of answers, ultimately delighting in the joy of the event.

Transitioning to the “Is That the Movie?” section, personal insights from the film's director unveiled plans for character development and hinted at an evolving narrative structure, projecting new elements that fans could anticipate. Both Sakura and Tokui tossed around playful predictions about potential new characters making their way into the storyline and mused about musical numbers that might feature prominently in the film.

The event concluded with heartfelt remarks from each cast member directed at the fans, encouraging them to remain engaged as the story unfolds in film form. "We Are Family!" was chanted by the cast, symbolizing the connection fern between them and the audience.

Upcoming Event Announcement

On May 30, 2026, preparations are underway for the "Gochiusa: DJ Night 2026 in Shibuya" with new information revealing special guest appearances from prominent music directors, including PandaBoY and others. With ticket sales launching shortly, anticipation is building for yet another unforgettable event celebrating Gochiusa.

In summary, AnimeJapan 2026 not only celebrated the future of Gochiusa but also reinforced the enduring love this series shares with its fans—creating cherished memories and strengthening the bonds of this community as they welcome the new film, Gochiusa: We Are Family!