WakuWaku 2027: The Anime Industry’s Biggest Job Fair is Back for 2027 Grads!
Mark your calendars, future anime creators! The anime industry’s premier joint job fair, “WakuWaku 2027”, organized by WakuWork Inc., has officially been announced. The event is set to take place over two days, March 3rd (Tue) and 4th (Wed), 2026, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Taito馆.
Recognizing the growing importance of new graduate recruitment in the anime world, the fair returns to a two-day format for the first time in a while. It’s shaping up to be the biggest one yet, with 45 participating companies—that’s 6 more than last year!
The core concept remains unchanged from its first iteration: “You don’t have to be good at drawing!!!”. It’s not just animation studios; production companies, merchandise manufacturers, anime media outlets, and more will be there. The goal is to create connections between a wide range of companies and students with diverse skills.
With over 600 tickets already reserved and an expected total attendance of more than 1,000 people across the two days, “WakuWaku 2027” is the place to be. If you’ve ever dreamed of working in anime, this is your chance to take the first step!
Event Overview: WakuWaku 2027 Anime Industry Job Fair
Dates: March 3 (Tue) & 4 (Wed), 2026
Time: Planned for 10:00 – 18:00
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Taito馆, 5th Floor Exhibition Hall
Attire: Free (casual wear is recommended)
Schedule
- 10:00-13:00: Priority Ticket Holder Company Booth Visits
- 13:00-15:00: All Participants Company Booth Visits
- 15:00-18:00: Portfolio Consultations
Who Should Attend?
Students graduating in March 2027, students graduating in March 2026, second-year graduates, and all young people interested in working in the anime industry in the future.
Important Notes
- Advance registration is required.
- Priority Company Booth Access Ticket: 1,000 yen.
- General Company Booth Access Ticket: Free.
Participating Companies
Here’s the stellar lineup of companies ready to meet the next generation of talent. The list is organized by day and in Japanese alphabetical order.
March 3rd (Tuesday) Exhibitors
| Company Name |
|---|
| A-Che Inc. |
| Actas Inc. |
| Asahi Production Co., Ltd. |
| Asurafilm Inc. |
| arma bianca Inc. |
| Andraft Inc. |
| IID Inc. (Anime! Anime!) |
| Inaho Inc. |
| A-1 Pictures Inc. |
| Aurora Animation Inc. |
| Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. |
| Qzil.la Inc. (Comisma Inc.) |
| CyberAgent Inc. (CA Soa Inc.) |
| Starry Cube Inc. |
| Studio Kiel Inc. |
| Xenotoon Inc. |
| Tsumugi Akita Anime Lab Inc. |
| Trigger Inc. |
| Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. |
| Feel Co., Ltd. |
| Production +h. Inc. |
| Ufotable Co., Ltd. |
| Yumeta Company Inc. |
| WakuWork Inc. |
March 4th (Wednesday) Exhibitors
| Company Name |
|---|
| Wit Studio Inc. |
| Avex Inc. (FLAGSHIP LINE Inc.) |
| KADOKAWA Group Anime Studio |
| ENGI Inc. |
| Kinema Citrus Inc. |
| Doga Kobo Inc. |
| Kamikaze Douga Co., Ltd. |
| CloverWorks Inc. |
| Contents Seed Inc. |
| CyberAgent Inc. (Studio Kurm Inc.) |
| Sublimation Inc. |
| JUVENAGE Inc. |
| Shin-Ei Animation Co., Ltd. |
| Zexcs Co., Ltd. |
| SOLA ANIMATION Inc. |
| Toei Animation Co., Ltd. |
| Drive Inc. |
| HIKE Inc. / 100studio (Wonderblue O Studio) |
| Bandai Namco Pictures Inc. |
| Felix Film Inc. |
| Production I.G Inc. |
| Monsters Egg Inc. |
| WakuWork Inc. |
By Horimegumi
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