Hong Kong's 'Tabekko Doubutsu THE MOVIE' Arrives in Japan Featuring Terence Lau, Sparks Social Media Frenzy for Limited Screening

The Hong Kong version, titled 'Happy Animal Biscuit The Movie,' of the highly popular animated film 'Tabekko Doubutsu THE MOVIE,' is set to arrive in Japan for a one-week limited engagement starting January 16, 2026 (Friday). This announcement has already generated significant buzz on social media platform 'X'.

The version to be screened in Japan is the Cantonese-dubbed version previously released in Hong Kong, with one screening per day at Shinjuku Wald 9 and T-Joy Umeda. Of particular note is that popular actor Terence Lau (Liu Chun-him), known for his role as Shinichi in the film 'Twilight Warriors: Battle of the Walled City,' lends his voice to the protagonist, 'Lion-kun' (referred to as 'Lion Brother' in Hong Kong) in the Hong Kong version. Furthermore, a special pre-feature commentary video from Terence Lau himself will be shown, making this a must-see event for fans.

In addition to Terence Lau, Michelle Wai (Wei Shi-nga) and Chu Pak-hong (Zhu Bohong) as Dr. Maccaron, along with Tsui Ho-cheong (Xu Haochang), are among the other prominent voice actors participating, raising expectations for the star-studded vocal performances in the Hong Kong version.

The Japanese version of 'Tabekko Doubutsu THE MOVIE,' released last year, also received high praise, with comments such as 'enjoyable for both children and adults' and 'a masterpiece that's surprisingly tear-jerking.' It is currently available for viewing on U-NEXT, and a limited edition Blu-ray/DVD is open for pre-order on Amazon. The film also garnered attention for featuring Genki Matsuda of Travis Japan as a voice actor and for his group performing the theme song 'Would You Like One?.' Recently, related merchandise, such as the 'Shoulder-Lean Fig. Tabekko Doubutsu THE MOVIE,' sold out, demonstrating its enduring popularity.

The decision to bring the Hong Kong version to Japan has been met with numerous enthusiastic comments like 'I've been waiting for it to screen in Japan!' and 'A Cantonese dub!!!' Many users are already considering adjusting their schedules to catch the limited-time screening. Even those who haven't seen the Japanese version are expressing interest, wondering if they should 'watch the Hong Kong version first,' further boosting overall interest in the film.

'Tabekko Doubutsu THE MOVIE' continues to generate significant buzz both domestically and internationally. Why not take this rare opportunity to experience the charm of the Hong Kong version in theaters?

The context

'Tabekko Doubutsu' (literally 'Eating Animals') is a beloved and iconic Japanese snack brand known for its animal-shaped biscuits, often with the English name of the animal printed on each biscuit. It has been a staple in Japanese households for decades, cherished by children and adults alike. The brand expanded its universe into animated characters, leading to the creation of 'Tabekko Doubutsu THE MOVIE.'
The screening of a Hong Kong Cantonese-dubbed version of this Japanese IP back in Japan is a unique event. It highlights the growing international appeal of Japanese pop culture and the crossover interest in foreign adaptations. The key draw for many Japanese fans is the involvement of Terence Lau, a popular Hong Kong actor whose profile in Japan has significantly risen following his role in the acclaimed film 'Twilight Warriors: Battle of the Walled City.' This limited-run screening caters to both long-time fans of 'Tabekko Doubutsu' and a new audience keen to experience the work of a prominent Hong Kong talent in a familiar Japanese context.

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