Japan Anime Fest 2025 Comes to Bahrain

The Embassy of Japan in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with support from the Japan Foundation and in collaboration with Bahrain Polytechnic and Epix Cinemas, is set to present Japan Anime Fest 2025, a week-long celebration of Japanese animation and culture.

From November 27 to December 4, 2025, audiences in Bahrain will have the opportunity to experience a diverse lineup of acclaimed Japanese animated films. The festival aims to showcase the creativity, emotion, and imagination that have made Japan’s anime industry renowned worldwide.

Screenings will be held at:

• Epix Cinemas (Dana Mall): November 27 – December 1, daily at 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Featured films include Children of the Sea (PG 15), Time of EVE (PG 18+), Okko’s Inn (PG), Penguin Highway (PG 15), and Ride Your Wave (PG 15+).

• Bahrain Polytechnic: December 2 – 4, daily at 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Screenings include Machida-kun: Almost a Miracle (PG 15+), The House of the Lost on the Cape (13), and Lu Over the Wall (PG 13).

All screenings are free of charge and open to the public, inviting anime enthusiasts, students, and families to enjoy this cinematic journey through Japanese storytelling.

This festival reflects the Embassy’s ongoing commitment to fostering cultural exchange, creative learning, and mutual understanding between Japan and Bahrain. Through the event, organizers hope to share the charm and global appeal of Japanese culture with audiences of all ages.

For more information, visit Embassy of Japan in Bahrain