by TBS Anime no Ba 2026: Evangelion Domino Event, Schedule and Guests
TBS announces Anime no Ba 2026 in Tokyo, featuring a Neon Genesis Evangelion all-night domino challenge, a 26-episode anime marathon, voice actor talks, and special stage events. Check dates, guests, and application details.
Anime fans in Japan have an exciting event to look forward to this November. TBS has announced Anime no Ba, a special anime-themed event taking place on November 7, 2026, at Akasaka Sacas and TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio in Tokyo. The event will bring together anime fans, voice actors, creators, and special guests for a day of entertainment, live discussions, and exclusive activities.
One of the biggest attractions will take place the night before the main event. Titled the Neon Genesis Evangelion All-Night Domino Project, this unusual collaboration will invite 100 selected fans to work together to create a giant domino-art installation depicting Evangelion Unit-01 and the Angel Ramiel. At the same time, the original Neon Genesis Evangelion television anime will be screened throughout the night.
The project will culminate in a dramatic domino-toppling event inspired by the famous Operation Yashima from the anime. Participants will spend approximately 11 and a half hours working together to complete the artwork before watching the dominoes fall in a specially planned finale.
The November 7 program will also feature an anime-song discussion event, a family-friendly stage based on Konna Ko Iru Kana, talk sessions for Takopi’s Original Sin and Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You, and a public recording of the TBS special program We Started an Anime Program.
TBS has also unveiled an event visual illustrated by Bukubu Okawa, the manga artist known for Pop Team Epic. Applications for participation and selected viewing areas are open until November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM Japan time.
What Is Anime no Ba 2026?
Anime no Ba is a new event organized by TBS with the goal of bringing anime culture to Akasaka, Tokyo. Its program combines screenings, creator-related activities, live stages, and discussions about popular anime.
The event will take place across two principal venues: TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio and Akasaka Sacas Square. Each location will host different activities, giving visitors several ways to experience the celebration.
The event also connects with the 28th DigiCon6 ASIA, TBS’s short-animation competition, which recognizes animation creators from Japan and other parts of Asia. The DigiCon6 ASIA awards ceremony is scheduled to take place at TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio on November 7 as a separate, industry-focused part of the wider program.
The public-facing event will feature special stages and activities designed to appeal to different audiences, from longtime anime enthusiasts to families with children.
The program reflects the growing popularity of anime events that go beyond conventional screenings. By bringing together voice actors, animation-related discussions, interactive activities, and themed installations, TBS aims to create an experience in which visitors can engage with anime in several different ways.
For fans visiting Tokyo in early November, Anime no Ba offers an opportunity to experience a range of anime-related activities in one location.
Event Visual by Bukubu Okawa Revealed
The organizers have released a special visual created by manga artist Bukubu Okawa, best known for the comedy manga Pop Team Epic.
The artwork uses a television as its main visual element, creating a design that reflects the event’s connection to anime and broadcasting. The illustration also features Mailoo and Annlee, the official characters created by Tomoki Misato for DigiCon6.
The visual brings together the distinctive styles of two creators associated with different areas of Japanese animation and manga culture. Okawa’s recognizable comedic style provides a playful identity for the event, while the DigiCon6 characters connect the artwork to TBS’s animation competition.
Event visuals play an important role in introducing a festival to the public. They help communicate the event’s atmosphere and create a recognizable identity that can be used across promotional materials.
In this case, the television motif also highlights TBS’s role as the organizer and broadcaster behind the celebration.
Neon Genesis Evangelion All-Night Domino Project: The Main Attraction
The most unusual feature of Anime no Ba is the Neon Genesis Evangelion All-Night Domino Project, a special collaboration with the Evangelion franchise.
The event will begin on the evening of November 6, 2026, at TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio and continue into the morning of November 7.
One hundred selected fans will work together to arrange thousands of domino pieces into a large image featuring Evangelion Unit-01 and Ramiel, one of the memorable Angels from the original series.
Rather than simply displaying a completed illustration, the project will involve participants creating the artwork themselves, piece by piece. The collaborative process will require patience, careful placement, concentration, and teamwork.
A single misplaced domino can affect an entire arrangement, making large-scale domino art a challenging activity. With such a large number of pieces and a detailed design, the participants will need to coordinate their efforts throughout the night.
The project will also include an all-night screening of all 26 episodes of the original Neon Genesis Evangelion television series.
This combination of a full-series marathon and a collaborative art challenge makes the event particularly appealing to longtime fans who want to revisit the original anime while participating in a unique anniversary-style experience.
Event Schedule and Participation
The announced schedule includes an evening gathering before the overnight activities begin.
- Date: November 6–7, 2026
- Venue: TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio, Tokyo
- Gathering time: November 6 at 7:30 PM
- Scheduled event start: November 6 at 8:30 PM
- Planned conclusion: November 7 at approximately 8:00–8:30 AM
- Participants: 100 selected fans
- Main activities: Domino-art construction and a screening of all 26 original television episodes
The detailed schedule gives participants approximately 11 and a half hours for the project. The final domino-toppling event is planned for the following morning.
Participation is subject to the official application and selection process. Fans interested in joining should review the event’s terms, entry requirements, and schedule before applying.
What Is Operation Yashima in Neon Genesis Evangelion?
For readers who are unfamiliar with Neon Genesis Evangelion, Operation Yashima is one of the series’ best-known story sequences.
In the original anime, humanity faces a powerful Angel named Ramiel. Conventional attacks are ineffective, so the characters develop an ambitious plan involving a powerful positron rifle.
The operation requires an enormous amount of electrical energy, which is gathered from across Japan to power the weapon. The plan depends on careful coordination and precise timing, with the fate of the mission resting on the ability to strike the Angel successfully.
The sequence is remembered for its tension, dramatic presentation, and the way it brings different people together to accomplish a difficult objective.
The Anime no Ba domino project draws inspiration from this scene. Once the participants finish constructing their large-scale artwork, the organizers plan to topple the dominoes in a finale that evokes the coordinated energy of Operation Yashima.
The real-world event is not a recreation of the anime’s battle itself. Instead, it uses the story’s themes of teamwork, preparation, and a decisive final action as inspiration for a large collaborative performance.
For Evangelion fans, this connection makes the domino challenge more than an ordinary art installation. It transforms a recognizable moment from the series into an interactive event.
All 26 Episodes of the Original Evangelion Anime to Be Screened Overnight
Another major component of the pre-event is an all-night screening of the original Neon Genesis Evangelion television series.
The original anime consists of 26 episodes and first aired in Japan in 1995–1996. It follows Shinji Ikari, a teenage boy who is recruited to pilot a giant biomechanical weapon called Evangelion to protect humanity from mysterious beings known as Angels.
The story combines giant-robot battles with psychological drama, complicated family relationships, and philosophical questions about human connection and identity.
The series became one of the most influential works in Japanese animation, helping shape the way anime could combine action, symbolism, and character-focused storytelling.
Watching the complete television series during the overnight event will allow participants to revisit its story while working on the domino artwork.
The marathon is also a chance for fans to experience the series in a shared setting. Watching episodes together can make familiar scenes feel different, particularly when the audience is surrounded by other fans who understand the references and emotional moments.
The screening is part of the special overnight program, so visitors should not assume that it is a separate public screening open to everyone without applying.
Fans should check the official event page for the latest entry requirements and participation details.
Anime no Ba Schedule for November 7, 2026
Following the overnight Evangelion event, the main Anime no Ba program will take place on Saturday, November 7.
The schedule includes activities at both TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio and Akasaka Sacas Square. Some stages require advance applications for participation or priority viewing, while the outdoor stages are accessible to general visitors subject to venue conditions.
Takopi’s Original Sin Movie Talk Event
Akasaka Sacas Square will host a talk event for the upcoming film Takopi’s Original Sin Thank You, See You Tomorrow.
The event is scheduled for November 7 from 1:30 PM to 2:10 PM. Voice actresses Konomi Kohara and Anna Nagase are set to appear.
The talk will take place ahead of the film’s scheduled Japanese release on November 27, 2026. It is expected to give attendees an opportunity to hear the performers discuss the production and share information connected to the movie.
Takopi’s Original Sin is known for its emotionally intense story and its contrast between an unusual alien character and the difficult realities experienced by the children around him.
The event provides an opportunity for fans to learn more about the upcoming film and hear from two of its performers before the theatrical release.
Priority viewing seats are available through the event’s application process. The talk will take place on an outdoor stage, and the organizers state that the public can also view the event without obtaining a priority seat, subject to on-site conditions.
Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Talk Event
Another highlight of the outdoor program is a talk event for the television anime Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You.
The session is scheduled for November 7 from 2:20 PM to 3:00 PM at Akasaka Sacas Square.
The announced guests are Seina Hoshiki and Shinya Takahashi, who will discuss the series and share memories from its production.
The event is designed to give fans a closer look at the anime through the experiences of its cast. Topics are expected to include memorable scenes, behind-the-scenes stories, and reflections on the series following the conclusion of its television broadcast in September 2026.
For viewers who enjoyed the anime, the talk offers a chance to revisit the story through the people involved in bringing its characters to life.
As with the Takopi’s Original Sin event, priority viewing seats can be requested through the official application process, while the outdoor location allows general visitors to watch subject to venue conditions.
Public Recording of We Started an Anime Program (Tentative Title)
The final major stage highlighted in the announcement is a public recording of the TBS special program We Started an Anime Program (Tentative Title).
The recording is scheduled for November 7 from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at Akasaka Sacas Square.
The program first aired as an anime special on TBS in August 2026. The public recording will bring the show back in front of a live audience, giving attendees an opportunity to experience the production of a television program.
The organizers have also announced that voice actors from the upcoming television anime Charisma, scheduled to air on TBS beginning in January 2027, are expected to appear as special guests.
The recording is a chance for fans to see how an anime-related television program is produced and to experience the atmosphere of a live recording session.
As this is a production event, the exact content of the recording and the final guest lineup should be checked against the official event information.
Priority viewing seats are available through the designated application process.
How to Apply for Anime no Ba 2026
TBS has opened applications for participation in the overnight Evangelion domino project and for viewing selected stage events.
The application deadline is November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM Japan time.
The process is handled through separate application pages for the individual events. Applicants should therefore select the activity they want to attend and review its requirements carefully.
Key points to remember:
- The overnight domino challenge is limited to 100 selected fans.
- The Evangelion all-night screening is part of the overnight event.
- The November 7 studio stages have their own participation or viewing arrangements.
- The three outdoor stages at Akasaka Sacas Square offer priority viewing applications, but general visitors may also be able to watch from the public area.
- The application deadline applies to the announced recruitment period, so late entries should not be assumed to qualify.
The event is scheduled to take place in Tokyo, Japan. International visitors should consider travel time, overnight accommodation, and local transportation before applying.
Why This Event Is Special for Anime Fans
Anime no Ba stands out because it combines several different types of activities rather than focusing on one series or a single screening.
The Evangelion domino project is especially unusual. It turns a memorable moment from a fictional story into a real collaborative challenge involving fans, thousands of pieces, and an overnight screening.
At the same time, the November 7 stages appeal to different groups of visitors. Anime-song discussions will interest people who enjoy soundtrack music, while the Konna Ko Iru Kana stage is designed for families. Fans of Takopi’s Original Sin and Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You will have opportunities to hear directly from cast members.
The public recording also gives visitors a glimpse into television production, adding another dimension to the event.
The combination of these activities reflects how anime culture has expanded beyond watching episodes. Fans now engage with series through music, stage performances, creator discussions, merchandise, exhibitions, and participatory events.
For TBS, Anime no Ba is also an opportunity to connect its broadcasting activities with the wider creative community, including animation creators and audiences.
- When will Anime no Ba 2026 take place?
The main event is scheduled for November 7, 2026, at TBS Akasaka BLITZ Studio and Akasaka Sacas Square in Tokyo. The Evangelion overnight domino project begins on November 6.
- What is the Evangelion All-Night Domino Project?
It is a special event in which 100 selected fans will build a large domino-art image of Evangelion Unit-01 and Ramiel while the original 26-episode television series is screened overnight.
- What time does the domino event begin?
Participants are scheduled to gather at 7:30 PM on November 6, with the event planned to begin at 8:30 PM. The final domino sequence is expected the following morning.
- What is Operation Yashima?
Operation Yashima is a major sequence in Neon Genesis Evangelion in which electricity is gathered from across Japan to power a weapon used against the Angel Ramiel. The domino event takes inspiration from its themes of teamwork and a decisive final action.
- Which voice actors will appear at Anime no Ba?
The announced guests include Konomi Kohara and Anna Nagase for the Takopi’s Original Sin film talk, Seina Hoshiki and Shinya Takahashi for Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You, and Yuki Yonai, Kumiko Higa, Nanami Atsugi, and guest Osamu Sakata for the family stage.
- Is the event free to attend?
The official announcement describes application-based participation and priority viewing for selected activities. Specific eligibility, seating, and entry conditions vary by event, so visitors should check the official application pages before attending.
- When is the application deadline?
Applications are scheduled to close on November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM Japan time.
- Can visitors watch the outdoor stages without priority seats?
The organizers state that the outdoor stages at Akasaka Sacas Square can be viewed by general visitors as well as those with priority viewing seats, subject to on-site conditions.
TBS’s Anime no Ba 2026 event promises a varied celebration of anime culture, with the Neon Genesis Evangelion All-Night Domino Project serving as its most unusual attraction.
The opportunity for 100 fans to construct a giant domino-art image of Unit-01 and Ramiel while watching all 26 episodes of the original Evangelion series offers a memorable way to revisit the franchise. The final domino sequence, inspired by Operation Yashima, adds a dramatic conclusion to the overnight activity.
The November 7 program broadens the event’s appeal with anime-song discussions, a family-friendly storytelling stage, voice actor talk sessions, and a public recording of a TBS special program.
With its mixture of interactive activities, live entertainment, and anime-related discussions, Anime no Ba offers something for different types of fans. Those interested in attending should review the official schedule and application requirements before the November 1 deadline.
For fans in Tokyo or planning a visit to Japan, this event is worth watching as TBS brings anime creators, performers, and audiences together for a special weekend in Akasaka.
