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Celebrating 10 Years of Anime Excellence

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards, a monumental event in the global anime community, will mark its 10th anniversary with a grand awards ceremony scheduled for May 23, 2026, in the vibrant city of Tokyo. This special event will offer an incredible lineup of activities to honor the nominees across 32 diverse categories.

Attendees can look forward to a pre-show leading into the main event, highlighted by the much-anticipated orange carpet reception. This segment will welcome renowned stars from Japan and around the world, followed by lavish live performances from featured artists. The ceremony will not only recognize outstanding contributions to anime but will also serve to celebrate the passion of fans who vote for their favorite works and creators.

The event will be co-hosted by the beloved voice actor Sali Amagi and the well-regarded entertainer John Kabira, ensuring an engaging experience filled with entertainment.

Additionally, Crunchyroll has recently announced some of the artists who will perform at the awards ceremony. A key highlight will be a live rendition of
. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the TV broadcast of the hit anime "Neon Genesis Evangelion," and performance by Yoko Takahashi of the iconic opening song will add to the nostalgic atmosphere. Joining her on stage will be Hirobumi Kurita leading the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, delivering a live orchestral performance to celebrate this milestone, with orchestral arrangements crafted by Kazutaka Miyake. Further details regarding streaming information will be revealed as the event approaches.

Raul Plini, the President of Crunchyroll, shared his thoughts on the 10-year journey of the awards, stating, “The Crunchyroll Anime Awards have seen passionate voting from fans eager to express admiration for their favorite anime and talent over the past decade. We’ve grown from millions to tens of millions of votes worldwide, showcasing how deeply rooted anime is in people’s lives. By holding the ceremony in Japan, we honor the birthplace of these stories and the fans who support them globally.”

The nominees for the 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards will be announced on April 3, Japan time, and on the same day, voting will commence. This year, voting will be accessible to fans in Japan, encouraging everyone to rally behind their favored works and creators. Continuing from last year's structure, winners will be celebrated in a full 32 categories, reflecting the diverse range of talent across the industry. A complete list of categories can be found on the official Crunchyroll Anime Awards website.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards recognizes works that have aired or been released in theaters within Japan between January 1 and December 31 of the preceding year, as well as those that have been legally distributed internationally. The selection of nominees is determined by a panel consisting of creators, journalists, and influencers from across the globe.

The pre-show will once again be hosted by Crunchyroll's Lauren Moore and Tim Liu, setting the stage for an exciting evening dedicated to the celebration of creativity represented in anime.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards not only celebrates the outstanding creators, musicians, and voice actors who drive the anime industry but also provides a platform for fans to connect with the pervasive world of animation. The awards are managed by Sony Music Solutions, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment, in partnership with Dempsey Productions in the USA.

The event will also be live-streamed globally, ensuring fans around the world can participate in this remarkable celebration. For more details, fans can visit the official Crunchyroll Anime Awards website or follow their updates on social media platforms such as X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

About Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll, LLC, stands as a global anime brand committed to expanding anime's reach to fans worldwide. With the objective of reinforcing anime's status within pop culture, Crunchyroll provides a premium streaming service that offers the ultimate anime experience. The platform boasts the largest library of anime titles, alongside immersive events, theatrical releases, games, merchandise, and news. Thanks to Crunchyroll, fans can enjoy anime anywhere, whether at home or on the go, via various devices including smartphones, consoles, televisions, and computers.

Crunchyroll is a joint venture of Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. and Sony Music Entertainment, alongside Aniplex, committed to enhancing the influence and enjoyment of anime across the globe.