by Super Princess Kaguya fans had plenty to celebrate on July 12, as one of the film’s main heroines, Kaguya, marked her birthday. To commemorate the special occasion, Yuuko Natsuyoshi, the talented voice actress behind Kaguya, surprised fans by sharing a charming hand-drawn illustration of the beloved character. The artwork quickly attracted widespread praise on social media, with fans expressing admiration not only for the adorable drawing but also for Natsuyoshi’s artistic talent.
Many comments flooded X (formerly Twitter), including:
- “She’s amazing at drawing too!”
- “Kaguya looks incredibly cute!”
- “The flowing hair is beautifully illustrated.”
- “You can really feel Kaguya’s happiness through this artwork.”
The illustration instantly became one of the highlights of Kaguya’s birthday celebration.
Kaguya’s Birthday Celebration Delights Fans
The official Super Princess Kaguya X account also joined the celebration by posting a brand-new birthday visual along with the message:
“Happy Birthday! Today, July 12, is Kaguya’s birthday! Please enjoy this newly drawn illustration from Studio Chromat!”
The official artwork features Kaguya humorously struggling to escape from inside a telephone pole, perfectly capturing the quirky personality and playful humor that fans have come to love.
Yuuko Natsuyoshi quoted the official post with an affectionate message:
“You’re being reckless! So cute! Kaguya! Happy Birthday!”
She then delighted fans even further by uploading her own original hand-drawn illustration, writing:
“I drew this, if I may be so bold! Happy Birthday!”
The sketch shows Kaguya smiling brightly while making a cheerful double peace sign, instantly winning over fans across social media.
Fans Praise Yuuko Natsuyoshi’s Artistic Skills
While fans already know Yuuko Natsuyoshi as a talented voice actress, many were surprised to discover that she is also an impressive illustrator.
Her drawing received thousands of positive reactions, with comments such as:
- “You’re good at drawing too… that’s incredible!”
- “The sketch is unbelievably cute.”
- “The hair movement is beautifully drawn.”
- “It feels like Kaguya herself drew this.”
- “Even the rough sketch looks amazing!”
- “This perfectly captures Kaguya’s cheerful personality.”
Many fans commented that the illustration reflected both Natsuyoshi’s affection for the character and her impressive artistic ability.
What Is “Super Princess Kaguya”?
Super Princess Kaguya! is an original animated feature film directed by renowned animator Shingo Yamashita, marking his first full-length theatrical directorial project.
Yamashita is widely respected for creating visually stunning opening sequences for several hit anime series, including:
- Jujutsu Kaisen (Season 1)
- Chainsaw Man
- Urusei Yatsura
His signature style combines cinematic storytelling, emotionally expressive visuals, dynamic action scenes, and innovative 3D camera work.
The film promises an unforgettable visual experience while telling a heartfelt story centered around friendship, dreams, music, and emotional growth.
A Unique Music Animation Project
One of the biggest attractions of Super Princess Kaguya! is its music-focused production.
The project features original songs created by several legendary Vocaloid producers, including:
- ryo (supercell)
- kz (livetune)
- 40mP
- HoneyWorks
- Aqu3ra
- yuigot
Each composer contributes original music that supports the story and emotional development of the characters, making the film a true blend of anime and musical storytelling.
Story Set in the Virtual World of Tsukuyomi
The movie takes place inside the virtual world known as Tsukuyomi, a stage filled with dreams, hope, music, and emotional connections.
Rather than focusing solely on action, the story explores:
- Friendship between girls connected through song
- Personal growth
- Overcoming emotional struggles
- Dreams and aspirations
- Powerful live performances
The combination of spectacular visuals and emotional storytelling has already generated significant excitement among anime fans.
Animation Produced by Two Talented Studios
The animation is being produced through a collaboration between two highly respected studios:
Studio Colorido
Known worldwide for beautifully animated films such as:
- Penguin Highway
- A Whisker Away
Studio Colorido is praised for expressive character animation, colorful backgrounds, and emotional storytelling.
Studio Chromat
The film also serves as the debut project for Studio Chromat, a new animation studio led by director Shingo Yamashita.
Fans are eager to see how the collaboration between the two studios brings Yamashita’s distinctive visual style to the big screen.
Yuuko Natsuyoshi Performs at Animelo Summer Live 2026
Beyond celebrating Kaguya’s birthday, Yuuko Natsuyoshi recently appeared at Animelo Summer Live (Anisama) 2026 – “Messenger” DAY2, representing Super Princess Kaguya!
During the event, she performed three songs:
- I Like Myself
- Shunkan, Symphony
- Melt CPK! Remix
Following the performance, she shared photos of her stage outfit on X along with the message:
“Anisama, all’s well that ends well! Everyone, you’re free!!!”
Fans who attended the concert praised her energetic stage presence and emotional performance.
Some attendees commented:
- “You gave us your best performance ever.”
- “Hearing these songs live was unforgettable.”
- “I’m so glad I attended this event.”
- “The audience participation made everything even more exciting.”
- “It was an emotional and incredibly fun performance.”
The live appearance further strengthened excitement for the upcoming film and showcased the growing popularity of the project.
More News Coming Soon
The official Super Princess Kaguya! X account has also confirmed that new information will be revealed at 9:00 PM (JST) on July 15, 2026.
Although the contents have not yet been announced, fans are speculating that the update could include:
- A new trailer
- Additional character reveals
- New music previews
- Promotional visuals
- Merchandise announcements
- A release schedule update
The announcement has generated considerable anticipation across the anime community.
Why Fans Are Excited
Even before its release, Super Princess Kaguya! has attracted attention thanks to its impressive creative team, unique musical concept, and visually stunning animation. Director Shingo Yamashita’s reputation, combined with contributions from celebrated Vocaloid producers and the collaboration between Studio Colorido and Studio Chromat, has made the project one of the most anticipated original anime films.
Yuuko Natsuyoshi’s heartfelt birthday tribute added a personal touch to the celebration, giving fans another reason to connect with Kaguya and the world of Super Princess Kaguya! As excitement continues to build, many are eagerly awaiting the next official announcement and the film’s future updates.
