MAPPA Releases New Animated Short for 15th Anniversary With PEOPLE 1 Song

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MAPPA releases a new animated short for its 15th anniversary. Watch the PEOPLE 1 collaboration and explore staff, history, and MAPPA EXPO details.

Japanese animation studio MAPPA has released a brand new original animated short film to commemorate its 15th anniversary, surprising fans with a deeply emotional piece rather than a traditional retrospective. The short, unveiled during the MAPPA 15th Anniversary Lineup Presentation livestream on June 19, is set to the song “Seikatsu” by PEOPLE 1, composed specifically for the celebration.

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What Is MAPPA’s 15th Anniversary Short Film

Instead of a montage of past works, MAPPA created a completely new animated short that blends music, character animation, and glimpses of the studio’s creative process. According to MAPPA, the film:

  • Brings the emotions of the music to life through animation
  • Portrays the lives of people living in the same era
  • Explores human connection and the choices that shape the future
  • Incorporates key animation, storyboards, and production elements

The result is a celebration of both human relationships and the craft of animation, presented with the studio’s signature visual flair.

Who Created the Anniversary Short

The short film features contributions from several of MAPPA’s most experienced creators.

Key staff includes:

  • Planning: Manabu Ohtsuka
  • Direction, Storyboard, Character Design: Akiko Kudou
  • Main Artwork: Manabu Akita
  • Animation: Yasugi Narumi
  • Color Artist and Color Design: Ayako Suenaga
  • Scenarios: Nanoka Shirai
  • Director of Photography and Composition: Kenta Fujita
  • Photography: Ken Fujitani
  • Editing: Yūsuke Sunouchi

The short premiered alongside major announcements, including the first teaser for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 and updates on Dorohedoro, Ranma 1/2, and Oblivion Battery.

Why PEOPLE 1 Was Chosen

MAPPA’s collaboration with PEOPLE 1 is rooted in the band’s history with the studio.

Notable connections include:

  • PEOPLE 1 performed “DOGLAND”, an ending theme for Chainsaw Man
  • Vocalist and bassist Deu collaborated with Eve on the MAPPA produced music video “Like the Flatwoods Monster”

Their sound and storytelling sensibilities align closely with MAPPA’s emotionally charged animation style, making them a natural choice for the anniversary project.

What Is MAPPA’s Legacy After 15 Years

MAPPA was founded on June 14, 2011 by Masao Maruyama, co founder of Madhouse. At age 70, Maruyama established MAPPA with a vision centered on creative freedom and ambitious animation projects.

The studio’s name stands for Maruyama Animation Produce Project Association.

In fifteen years, MAPPA has grown from a small venture into one of the most influential studios in modern anime, producing globally recognized titles such as:

  • Attack on Titan The Final Season
  • Jujutsu Kaisen
  • Chainsaw Man
  • Yuri on Ice
  • Dorohedoro
  • Hell’s Paradise

The anniversary short reflects the studio’s commitment to artistic expression and innovation.

What Is MAPPA EXPO 15th Anniversary

MAPPA also announced a large scale physical exhibition titled MAPPA EXPO 15th Anniversary, which will take place at the Yurakucho Museum in Tokyo from September 16 to December 7, 2026.

The exhibition will be divided into two periods:

  • Phase 1: September 16 to October 25
  • Phase 2: October 28 to December 7

The expo will feature original production materials from:

  • Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc
  • Attack on Titan The Final Season
  • Jujutsu Kaisen
  • Additional MAPPA titles

Ticket prices have not yet been announced, but advance sales for Phase 1 are already confirmed.

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