Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend Shares Mai Sakurajima Concert Clip
The special video shows Mai Sakurajima, voiced by Asami Seto, performing on stage; the film opened in Japanese theaters on October 16, 2026.
A special footage video for the anime film Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend was published on October 28, 2026, showing Mai Sakurajima performing in concert, according to Crunchyroll. The character is voiced by Asami Seto.
The film began its theatrical run in Japan on October 16, 2026. Soichi Masui directs at CloverWorks, with a script by Masahiro Yokotani, character designs by Satomi Tamura and music by fox capture plan.
The feature adapts the light novel of the same name, written by Hajime Kamoshida with illustrations by Keji Mizoguchi. That volume was released in October 2024, and the series runs to 16 volumes under ASCII Media Works' Dengeki Bunko imprint; Yen Press handles the English-language edition.
The franchise's earlier films include Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl (2019), Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out (2023) and Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid (2023). Crunchyroll streams the 2018 series Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai and the 2025 series Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus.
Quick answers
When did Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend open in Japan?
The film began its theatrical run in Japan on October 16, 2026.
Who voices Mai Sakurajima?
Asami Seto voices Mai Sakurajima, who appears performing in concert in the special video published on October 28, 2026.
Which studio animated the film?
CloverWorks animated the film, with Soichi Masui directing.