That "PIA" Revives as a "Magazine" for the First Time in 15 Years. Monthly Pia "Tobu! Pia" on Sale Today!
The entertainment info magazine 'PIA' was revived on April 6 as a monthly magazine 'Tobu! Pia' after 15 years. It features a hybrid concept of print and digital using QR codes.
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- 📰 Published: April 6, 2026 at 20:35
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■ The cover features newly drawn illustrations by Guinness World Record holder Masamichi Oikawa. The memorable first revival issue features a double illustration of Godzilla & Ryo Yoshizawa from "Kokuhou"!
■ The special feature starts with Conan, celebrating its 30th anime anniversary, and delves into the world-class Japanese characters Mario and Godzilla!
Today, Monday, April 6, "PIA" will be revived as a "monthly magazine" for the first time in 15 years since the information magazine "PIA" suspended publication in 2011. The latest Reiwa-style "PIA" is a fusion of analog paper media and digital, appropriately named "Tobu! Pia" (Fly! Pia). It offers the "exciting" experience of accidental encounters by turning the pages, and intuitively finding something you like. In addition, in cooperation with the new member service "TOHO-ONE" provided by TOHO CO., LTD., it proposes new ways to encounter and enjoy entertainment to many entertainment fans.
◆ "Tobu! Pia" Official Page: https://lp.p.pia.jp/tobupia/
◎ The concept of the new monthly PIA is a "hybrid" of paper and digital. Its name is "Tobu! Pia"
"Tobu! Pia" adopts a "double-sided cover" structure. You can start reading from either the "PIA of Information," which comprehensively lists 5 genres of movies, stage, art, classical, and music using the Oikawa illustrated cover as the entrance, or the "PIA of Planning," which delves into the "present" of entertainment using the special feature cover on the opposite side as the entrance. By scanning the QR code attached to each work with a smartphone, you can "fly" directly to the work's details page of the digital version of "PIA," and complete everything in a one-stop manner, from checking the screening schedule, watching trailer videos, reading related articles, to purchasing tickets.
■ The special feature starts with Conan, celebrating its 30th anime anniversary, and delves into the world-class Japanese characters Mario and Godzilla!
Today, Monday, April 6, "PIA" will be revived as a "monthly magazine" for the first time in 15 years since the information magazine "PIA" suspended publication in 2011. The latest Reiwa-style "PIA" is a fusion of analog paper media and digital, appropriately named "Tobu! Pia" (Fly! Pia). It offers the "exciting" experience of accidental encounters by turning the pages, and intuitively finding something you like. In addition, in cooperation with the new member service "TOHO-ONE" provided by TOHO CO., LTD., it proposes new ways to encounter and enjoy entertainment to many entertainment fans.
◆ "Tobu! Pia" Official Page: https://lp.p.pia.jp/tobupia/
◎ The concept of the new monthly PIA is a "hybrid" of paper and digital. Its name is "Tobu! Pia"
"Tobu! Pia" adopts a "double-sided cover" structure. You can start reading from either the "PIA of Information," which comprehensively lists 5 genres of movies, stage, art, classical, and music using the Oikawa illustrated cover as the entrance, or the "PIA of Planning," which delves into the "present" of entertainment using the special feature cover on the opposite side as the entrance. By scanning the QR code attached to each work with a smartphone, you can "fly" directly to the work's details page of the digital version of "PIA," and complete everything in a one-stop manner, from checking the screening schedule, watching trailer videos, reading related articles, to purchasing tickets.
FAQ
What kind of magazine is 'Tobu! Pia'?
It is a monthly magazine that combines print and digital, allowing readers to watch videos and purchase tickets via QR codes in the magazine using their smartphones.
Who draws the cover illustrations?
The cover illustrations are drawn by Masahiro Oikawa, who has been a familiar figure since the old 'Pia' days and holds a Guinness record.
What is the collaboration with Toho?
It involves linking with Toho's membership service 'TOHO-ONE' to propose new ways to enjoy entertainment.