Experience the World of Gintama at Yoyogi Animation Academy's Open Campus
Yoyogi Animation Academy, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has announced an exciting collaboration with "Shin Gintama -Yoshiwara Great Fire-" for a limited-time open campus event. This unique opportunity will run from August 3, 2026, until late October and allows participants to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Gintama while learning about the anime and entertainment industry.
Discover the Exciting World of Anime Production
The open campus will feature various experiential learning sessions based on the themes of the new Gintama film. Participants will be able to deepen their understanding of anime production jobs through hands-on experiences in voice acting, animation, illustration, and audio production. Each session is designed to provide practical insights into the anime industry, guided by Yoyogi Academy's professional instructors who will carefully teach the fundamentals, ensuring that even those who are trying it for the first time will feel comfortable.
Planned Programs Include:
- - Voice Acting Experience (Dubbing): Participants will have the chance to lend their voices to characters in animated clips.
- - Animation Experience (Drawing): Attend practical sessions using original sketches to learn animation techniques.
- - Digital Illustration Experience: Get hands-on with digital coloring for characters.
- - Audio Experience: Dive into recording dialogue and audio editing, all vital components of the animation process.
Target Courses
The open campus will cater to the following departments:
- - Voice Actor Department
- - Animator Department
- - Illustration Department
- - Anime Audio Department
Note that the experience contents may vary depending on the campus.
Event Overview for the Collaboration Open Campus
- - Dates: August 3, 2026 - late October 2026
- - Activities: Experience voice dubbing with anime visual aids, drawing workshops with original sketches, digital coloring of characters, and audio recording and editing workshops.
- - Eligibility: Open to those interested in the anime and entertainment industry or considering enrollment at Yoyogi Animation Academy.
Please note that dates and content may change without notice. Additionally, program offerings may differ by campus. Interested participants are encouraged to register in advance via the Yoyogi Animation Academy official website or by phone.
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What is "Shin Gintama -Yoshiwara Great Fire-"?
Set in the Edo period of Kabukicho, where aliens known as Amanto coexist with humans, the story follows Sakata Gintoki, who runs the Odd Jobs business along with his companions Shinpachi and Kagura. Once feared as the "White Night Demon," Gintoki now leads a carefree life.
The plot intensifies when Gintoki meets Haruta, an orphan making a living through thievery, who is searching for his long-lost mother. The journey leads them to a leading courtesan in the Yoshiwara district, potentially embroiled in the influence of the dangerous “Night King,” Hōsen. In their quest to reunite Haruta with his mother, Gintoki and his friends embark on a thrilling adventure.
For more information, visit the
official movie website.
© Sorachi Hideaki / Gintama Movie Production Committee.
About Yoyogi Animation Academy
Established in 1978, Yoyogi Animation Academy specializes in education within the anime and entertainment sectors. It supports students aspiring to various careers, including voice acting, animation, illustration, manga, VTubing, and live production. The academy offers multiple courses, from day programs available at nine campuses across Japan to evening programs and correspondence courses, ensuring a diverse range of learning options. The academy is also involved in talent management (current talents include ≠ME, ≒JOY, and =LOVE) and facility operation, continuously feeding the latest industry trends and expertise into its educational framework.
Visit the official site
here for more information.
Company Overview
- - Company Name: Yoyogi Animation Academy, Inc.
- - Location: 1-3-9 Kandasakumachō, Chiyoda, Tokyo, 5th floor, MC Building
- - Representative: President Taro Ito
- - Established: June 1978
- - Business Activities: Educational services, entertainment ventures, facility management.
- - Corporate site: Visit Here