Fans of the acclaimed anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” have much to celebrate as the series approaches its first anniversary. The official website and social media account of the anime revealed a new, vibrant visual to mark the occasion. The anime first premiered on September 29, 2023, and has captivated audiences with its unique blend of fantasy and introspection.
To commemorate the milestone, a special screening event will be held on Saturday, September 28, at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya. The event will feature the first four episodes of the series, with six voice cast members in attendance: Atsumi Tanezaki (Frieren), Kana Ichinose (Fern), Chiaki Kobayashi (Stark), Nobuhiko Okamoto (Himmel), Hiroki Tochi (Heiter), and Yoji Ueda (Eisen). The screening will also be broadcast live to six other theaters across Japan.
In addition to the screening, new merchandise inspired by the anniversary visual will be available at the TOHO Animation Store.
The anime, based on the award-winning manga by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe, is directed by Keiichiro Saito (known for “BOCCHI THE ROCK!”) at MADHOUSE. The series features composition by Tomohiro Suzuki (“One-Punch Man”), character designs by Reiko Nagasawa (“takt op.Destiny”), and music by Evan Call (“Violet Evergarden”).
Crunchyroll streams “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” with various subtitle and dubbing options. The series follows the elven mage Frieren as she grapples with the fleeting nature of human life and embarks on a quest to fulfill the dying wishes of her old friends.