Tokyo International News Agency

The phrase "Atsumori 2026" has suddenly trended on X (formerly Twitter), becoming a major topic of conversation among many users. Behind this buzz lies the announcement of a stage adaptation for the popular anime film GeGeGe no Nazo and the casting of two beloved actors. The trend began when actors Suzuki Hiroki and Murai Ryota were announced as key cast members for the GeGeGe no Nazo stage production. As soon as this information was released, long-time fans erupted in cheers, exclaiming, "It's Atsumori 2026!" and "Isn't that Nobunaga and Ranmaru?!" The phrase "Atsumori 2026" originates from the historical variety show Sengoku Nabe TV ~Nantoka Rekishi ga Manaberu Eizo~ ( Sengoku Pot TV ~Videos Where You Can Somehow Learn History~ ), which aired from 2011 to 2013 and became a cultural phenomenon. Within the show, the unit "Nobunaga to Ranmaru," featuring Suzuki Hiroki as Oda Nobunaga and Murai Ryota as Mori Ranmaru, performe...

The main cast for the stage play "Kitaro Tanjo Gegege no Nazo," scheduled to be performed in Tokyo, Osaka, and Saga from January to February 2026, has been announced, creating a buzz on social media. In particular, the casting of Ryota Murai as Mizuki and Hiroki Suzuki as Kitaro's Father has drawn an enthusiastic response from many fans. Following this announcement, X (formerly Twitter) was flooded with exclamations of surprise and joy, such as "Hiroki Suzuki and Ryota Murai!?", "Too emotional!", and "Dream collaboration." Many fans recalled the duo's appearance as "Nobunaga to Ranmaru" in the popular 2011 program "Sengoku Nabe TV ~Nantoka Rekishi ga Manaberu Eizou~" where they performed "Atsumori 2011." Comments like "It's Nobunaga to Ranmaru, isn't it!" and "Atsumori 2026" circulated, marking a long-awaited reunion for their long-time fans. Furthermore, some fans also reminisced ...