Risshisha Educational Corporation Announces Talk Show by Director Kenji Iwaisawa
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- Risshisha Educational Corporation Announces Talk Show by Director Kenji Iwaisawa
- Risshisha Educational Corporation has announced a talk show featuring animation director Kenji Iwaisawa, to be held on August 4, 2026, as part of the inauguration of its new Manga & Animation Creation Department.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 18, 2026
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Risshisha Educational Corporation has announced a talk show featuring animation director Kenji Iwaisawa, to be held on August 4, 2026, as part of the inauguration of its new Manga & Animation Creation Department.
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- June 18, 2026
Risshisha Educational Corporation has announced a talk show featuring animation director Kenji Iwaisawa, to be held on August 4, 2026, as part of the inauguration of its new Manga & Animation Creation Department.
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The Manga & Animation Creation Department at Nihon Railway & Sports Business College 21 (Note 1), operated by Risshisha Educational Corporation (headquartered in Sumida Ward, Tokyo), will host a talk show featuring animation director Kenji Iwaisawa on August 4, 2026, to commemorate the establishment of the new department.
## Event Overview
"Manga & Animation Creation Department Inauguration: Talk Show with Director Kenji Iwaisawa"
Date: August 4, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 13:00–15:30
Venue: Risshisha Kinshicho Campus, Ark Towers Building
Target Audience: Junior and senior high school students nationwide (parents may accompany); limited to 30 participants
Admission: Free (held as part of an open campus event)
Reservation: https://www.nihonschool21.ac.jp/news/anime_talkshow2026/
Kenji Iwaisawa (Iwaisawa Kenji)
Animation Director / Film Director
Born in Tokyo in 1981. Entered the film industry after high school and worked on sets directed by Teruo Ishii.
After gaining experience in live-action films, he began self-studying animation production.
In 2008, he released his first short animated film, "Fukuracho, Tunnel Alley Man."
His feature-length animation "Music" (2019), completed over seven and a half years, won the Grand Prix at the Ottawa International Animation Film Festival.
It became a domestic box office hit and received widespread acclaim.
His first commercial theatrical anime, "Hyakumu.", premiered nationwide in September 2025 and enjoyed a long theatrical run due to strong audience support.
## Manga & Animation Creation Department
Scheduled to launch in April 2027, this new department offers students an environment equivalent to professional studios, allowing them to thoroughly master foundational drawing techniques, digital tools, and storytelling skills.
With a small-class system, the department nurtures each student's individuality and provides comprehensive support for debuts and job placements.
To strengthen industry-academia collaboration, Harumichi Aoki from Seishinsha Co., Ltd. will serve as manga division advisor, and Hiroyuki Morita as special advisor for the animation division.
Both bring extensive experience and outstanding achievements in their respective fields. They will provide expert guidance and advice to enhance the department's educational and research activities, further enriching the curriculum and strengthening talent development.
Additionally, the department will offer unique "Special Elective Courses" only possible at Risshisha, allowing students to deepen their expertise in manga and animation while also taking courses from other departments, such as accounting.
This enables students to develop "self-sufficiency skills" and become one-of-a-kind creators.
## Note
Note 1: Nihon Railway & Sports Business College 21 will change its name to "Risshisha Tokyo Railway Digital Create, Sports & Dance College" in April 2027 (application pending).
## Contact
Public Relations Department, Risshisha Educational Corporation
03-3624-5403 / kouhou@all-japan.ac.jp
## Event Overview
"Manga & Animation Creation Department Inauguration: Talk Show with Director Kenji Iwaisawa"
Date: August 4, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 13:00–15:30
Venue: Risshisha Kinshicho Campus, Ark Towers Building
Target Audience: Junior and senior high school students nationwide (parents may accompany); limited to 30 participants
Admission: Free (held as part of an open campus event)
Reservation: https://www.nihonschool21.ac.jp/news/anime_talkshow2026/
Kenji Iwaisawa (Iwaisawa Kenji)
Animation Director / Film Director
Born in Tokyo in 1981. Entered the film industry after high school and worked on sets directed by Teruo Ishii.
After gaining experience in live-action films, he began self-studying animation production.
In 2008, he released his first short animated film, "Fukuracho, Tunnel Alley Man."
His feature-length animation "Music" (2019), completed over seven and a half years, won the Grand Prix at the Ottawa International Animation Film Festival.
It became a domestic box office hit and received widespread acclaim.
His first commercial theatrical anime, "Hyakumu.", premiered nationwide in September 2025 and enjoyed a long theatrical run due to strong audience support.
## Manga & Animation Creation Department
Scheduled to launch in April 2027, this new department offers students an environment equivalent to professional studios, allowing them to thoroughly master foundational drawing techniques, digital tools, and storytelling skills.
With a small-class system, the department nurtures each student's individuality and provides comprehensive support for debuts and job placements.
To strengthen industry-academia collaboration, Harumichi Aoki from Seishinsha Co., Ltd. will serve as manga division advisor, and Hiroyuki Morita as special advisor for the animation division.
Both bring extensive experience and outstanding achievements in their respective fields. They will provide expert guidance and advice to enhance the department's educational and research activities, further enriching the curriculum and strengthening talent development.
Additionally, the department will offer unique "Special Elective Courses" only possible at Risshisha, allowing students to deepen their expertise in manga and animation while also taking courses from other departments, such as accounting.
This enables students to develop "self-sufficiency skills" and become one-of-a-kind creators.
## Note
Note 1: Nihon Railway & Sports Business College 21 will change its name to "Risshisha Tokyo Railway Digital Create, Sports & Dance College" in April 2027 (application pending).
## Contact
Public Relations Department, Risshisha Educational Corporation
03-3624-5403 / kouhou@all-japan.ac.jp
FAQ
Who is eligible to attend Kenji Iwaisawa's talk show?
Junior and senior high school students nationwide. Parents may accompany them. Limited to 30 participants.
When and where will the event take place?
August 4, 2026 (Tue), 13:00–15:30 at Risshisha Kinshicho Campus, Ark Towers Building, Sumida City, Tokyo.
Is there an admission fee?
No, it's free. The event is part of an open campus program.
Is prior reservation required?
Yes, advance registration is required via the official website's dedicated page.
What are the features of the Manga & Animation Creation Department?
Small class sizes, industry collaboration, and a cross-disciplinary curriculum to develop 'self-sufficiency skills.' Launching in April 2027.