Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Innocence with Mamoru Oshii & Akio Otsuka! Special Talk Event Announced for the Release of “Innocence” 4K Remastered
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Innocence, two legendary films—“Innocence” 4K Remastered and GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Remastered—will be screened together for a limited two-week run starting Friday, February 28, 2025.
To mark the first-ever theatrical release of Innocence 4K Remastered, a special talk event featuring director & screenwriter Mamoru Oshii and Batou’s voice actor Akio Otsuka will be held at TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear them reflect on the film’s legacy!
【Event Details】
Date & Time
Sunday, March 2, 2025
14:30 screening (talk event before the film starts)
Venue
TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku – Screen 4
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo (Shinjuku Toho Building 3F)
Access Information
Guests
Mamoru Oshii (Director & Screenwriter)
Akio Otsuka (Voice of Batou)
Ticket Information
Tickets will be available for purchase via the theater’s official website (Vit).
Purchase Here
Online Sales: Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 00:00 (midnight, February 25)
Theater Box Office Sales: Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from opening hours
(Sales will end once tickets are sold out)
Pricing & Ticket Limit
Please check the theater’s website for ticket prices.
Each person may purchase up to 4 tickets.
Important Notes for Attendees
・Special screenings are not eligible for point-based viewing or complimentary tickets.
・All seats are reserved—a ticket is required for entry.
・Late entry during the event is strictly prohibited.
・Photography, video recording, and audio recording (including mobile phones) are not allowed inside the venue.
・The event will be recorded for media coverage and may appear on TV, magazines, websites, or future DVD releases. By attending, you agree to the possible use of your likeness in such materials.
・Resale and ticket scalping are prohibited. Resold tickets will be considered invalid, and entry will be denied.
・Event details may change without prior notice.
・Tickets are non-refundable after purchase.
・For wheelchair seating, please contact the theater after purchasing your ticket. Availability is limited, and alternative arrangements may be necessary.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime event for fans of Innocence and Ghost in the Shell! Join us in celebrating 20 years of Oshii’s visionary masterpiece on the big screen.
Both films will be released simultaneously at TOHO CINEMAS Hibiya and other locations from February 28 (Fri.) for a limited two-week run.
Common website for both films: https://20th-innocence-ghost-in-the-shell.jp
Innocence 4K Remastered Version
Running time: 99 min.
Original Story: Shirow Masamune (“Ghost in the Shell” published by Kodansha)
Director/Screenplay: Mamoru Oshii
Production: Production I.G
©2004 Masamune Shirow/Kodansha/IG, ITNDDTD
Distributor: TOHO NEXT
Screening Theaters: https://theater.toho.co.jp/toho_theaterlist/inncence_20th.html
GHOST IN THE SHELL 4K Remastered Version
Running Time:85min.
Original Story: Shirow Masamune (“Ghost in the Shell” published by Kodansha)
Director/Screenplay: Mamoru Oshii
Production: Production I.G
©1995 Shirow Masamune / Kodansha, Bandai Visual, MANGA ENTERTAINMENT
Distributor: TOHO NEXT
Screening Theaters: https://theater.toho.co.jp/toho_theaterlist/ghostintheshell_30th.html