Global Simultaneous Release of the DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video！
Global Simultaneous Release of the
DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video！
Akira Toriyama’s Color Illustrations And Standout Scenes Will Come To Life As An Animation Using The Latest Techniques!
The Music Is A Brand New Song Written By Globally-Acclaimed Film Composer Hans Zimmer!
Jan. 25, 2026 (JAPAN) - Today, at “Dragon Ball Genkidamatsuri”, an event held at Makuhari Messe in Japan to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Dragon Ball, during the opening stage, “Exclusive Announcements! GENKIDASTAGE Part 1,” it was announced that a DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video was released simultaneously worldwide. Please look forward to Dragon Ball as it continues to reach new heights.
Akira Toriyama’s Illustrations Will Leap Into Action In A Dynamic Animation!
The DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video is an animation meant to faithfully bring Akira Toriyama’s rich variety of expressions to the screen, combining a wide range of visual techniques, each carefully employed and blended according to the unique characteristics of his illustrations. The video is produced by Toei Animation, and directed by Naoki Miyahara, who served as General Animation Director for titles such as Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball GT, as well as Sequence Director for THE FIRST SLAM DUNK and Director for Pretty Cure! The Movie. The animation was completed with a strong focus on faithfully translating the textures and colors of Akira Toriyama’s illustrations into motion, resulting in dynamic visuals that express Son Goku’s growth and journey.
DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video
Music By Globally-Acclaimed Film Composer Hans Zimmer
Comments about the DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video have arrived!
Photo: Lee Kirby
The music for the DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video was created by globally-acclaimed film composer Hans Zimmer, known for iconic works such as Pirates of the Caribbean and The Lion King, and the recipient of numerous major composition awards, including the Academy Awards®. Set to Akira Toriyama’s illustrations, a grand and powerful orchestral score unfolds, creating a special visual work that evokes the story of Son Goku’s growth and adventure.
We have received comments from Mr. Hans Zimmer for the event as well. Mr. Hans Zimmer expressed his joy of seeing the completion of the DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video, as well as a comment for the DRAGON BALL fans.
Mr. Hans Zimmer Comments
Happy 40th anniversary, Dragon Ball! It was truly a joy to be part of this special anniversary project. Drawing inspiration from Akira Toriyama’s incredible illustrations and the stunning animation in this video, I thoroughly enjoyed composing the music—making it an exciting and unforgettable experience. To Dragon Ball fans around the world, I sincerely hope you enjoy watching it!
DRAGON BALL 40th Anniversary Special Video Information
Original Work：DRAGON BALL Akira Toriyama (Shueisha "Jump comics”)
Director： Naoki Miyahara
CG Director: Kai Makino
2D Animation Director: Chikashi Kubota
Theme: “Infinite Future”
Composer: Hans Zimmer
Arranger: Thom Lukas
Production: Toei Animation
Event Information
Event Date(JST): January 25, 2026 (Sunday) 9:00AM～6:30PM（Last Entry：5:00PM）
Location：Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall 9～11
Entry：Free（※Prior Reservation Required）
・Event Livestream URL： https://youtu.be/SkH1AHJDW6E
・Official Website：https://db-genkidamatsuri.com/en/
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