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BANA_ANA to Be Released in Early Summer 2026！
The film BANA_ANA, produced by Geek Pictures as the production company and jointly produced and distributed with CULEN, is set for release in early summer 2026.
Starring Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori, the film is directed and written by the visionary Kenji Yamauchi, who works across commercials, film, and theater.
After watching the film, many involved have reportedly reacted with a wry smile, saying, “I don’t get it.” Despite—or perhaps because of—that feeling, it leaves a strong impression. It’s a remarkable film that resonates even when it defies explanation. Don’t miss it.
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【Main Visual & Teaser Released!】
The main visual features Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori falling into a hole—along with a banana, suggesting a cast of “three people and one banana(?)”. The design deepens the mystery behind the title BANA_ANA.
The teaser video presents a sequence of striking expressions from the cast, interwoven with intriguing keywords that invite viewers to enjoy not fully understanding what’s happening—perfectly capturing the essence of this film.
Look forward to visuals and footage that amplify the sense of “not knowing.”
【Credits】
Goro Inagaki / Tsuyoshi Kusanagi / Shingo Katori
First Summer Uika / Shuri / Sara Hayama / Hibiki Mizuno / Chon Ami /
Kanji Furutachi / Yukiyoshi Ozawa / Mitsuru Fukikoshi
Director & Screenplay: Kenji Yamauchi
Music: Shizuno Oshiro
Theme Song: “Banana no Uta”
Executive Producers: Michi Iijima, Tamotsu Kosano
Planning Cooperation: Taku Tada, Takaaki Yamazaki, Shigehiro Gompa
Producers: Mamoru Inagaki, Yosuke Sato
Associate Producer: Nobuko Nogami
Music Producers: Toru Midorikawa, Kotaro Maruhashi
Cinematography: Yusuke Suga
Lighting: Yamato Watanabe
Sound: Yoshiaki Kitahara
Production Design: Yasuaki Harada
Set Decoration: Jun Terao
Assistant Director: Hiroya Ikawa
Casting: Masako Yamauchi, Masanobu Motokawa, Rikiya Takano
Costume Design: Kayo Hosomi, Yoshie Masui
Hair & Makeup: Asako Nagashima, Arisa Sakurai, Junko Kaneda
Editing: Narihiko Kono
Sound Effects: Yumi Moriki
Production: Katsuji Mogami
Promotional Design: Kenjiro Sano, Yumi Katori
Production: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
Production Company: GEEK PICTURES
Distribution: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
©2026 BANA_ANA Film Partners
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Starring Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori, the film is directed and written by the visionary Kenji Yamauchi, who works across commercials, film, and theater.
After watching the film, many involved have reportedly reacted with a wry smile, saying, “I don’t get it.” Despite—or perhaps because of—that feeling, it leaves a strong impression. It’s a remarkable film that resonates even when it defies explanation. Don’t miss it.
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【Main Visual & Teaser Released!】
The main visual features Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori falling into a hole—along with a banana, suggesting a cast of “three people and one banana(?)”. The design deepens the mystery behind the title BANA_ANA.
The teaser video presents a sequence of striking expressions from the cast, interwoven with intriguing keywords that invite viewers to enjoy not fully understanding what’s happening—perfectly capturing the essence of this film.
Look forward to visuals and footage that amplify the sense of “not knowing.”
【Credits】
Goro Inagaki / Tsuyoshi Kusanagi / Shingo Katori
First Summer Uika / Shuri / Sara Hayama / Hibiki Mizuno / Chon Ami /
Kanji Furutachi / Yukiyoshi Ozawa / Mitsuru Fukikoshi
Director & Screenplay: Kenji Yamauchi
Music: Shizuno Oshiro
Theme Song: “Banana no Uta”
Executive Producers: Michi Iijima, Tamotsu Kosano
Planning Cooperation: Taku Tada, Takaaki Yamazaki, Shigehiro Gompa
Producers: Mamoru Inagaki, Yosuke Sato
Associate Producer: Nobuko Nogami
Music Producers: Toru Midorikawa, Kotaro Maruhashi
Cinematography: Yusuke Suga
Lighting: Yamato Watanabe
Sound: Yoshiaki Kitahara
Production Design: Yasuaki Harada
Set Decoration: Jun Terao
Assistant Director: Hiroya Ikawa
Casting: Masako Yamauchi, Masanobu Motokawa, Rikiya Takano
Costume Design: Kayo Hosomi, Yoshie Masui
Hair & Makeup: Asako Nagashima, Arisa Sakurai, Junko Kaneda
Editing: Narihiko Kono
Sound Effects: Yumi Moriki
Production: Katsuji Mogami
Promotional Design: Kenjiro Sano, Yumi Katori
Production: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
Production Company: GEEK PICTURES
Distribution: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
©2026 BANA_ANA Film Partners
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Information
BANA_ANA to Be Released in Early Summer 2026！
The film BANA_ANA, produced by Geek Pictures as the production company and jointly produced and distributed with CULEN, is set for release in early summer 2026.
Starring Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori, the film is directed and written by the visionary Kenji Yamauchi, who works across commercials, film, and theater.
After watching the film, many involved have reportedly reacted with a wry smile, saying, “I don’t get it.” Despite—or perhaps because of—that feeling, it leaves a strong impression. It’s a remarkable film that resonates even when it defies explanation. Don’t miss it.
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【Main Visual & Teaser Released!】
The main visual features Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori falling into a hole—along with a banana, suggesting a cast of “three people and one banana(?)”. The design deepens the mystery behind the title BANA_ANA.
The teaser video presents a sequence of striking expressions from the cast, interwoven with intriguing keywords that invite viewers to enjoy not fully understanding what’s happening—perfectly capturing the essence of this film.
Look forward to visuals and footage that amplify the sense of “not knowing.”
【Credits】
Goro Inagaki / Tsuyoshi Kusanagi / Shingo Katori
First Summer Uika / Shuri / Sara Hayama / Hibiki Mizuno / Chon Ami /
Kanji Furutachi / Yukiyoshi Ozawa / Mitsuru Fukikoshi
Director & Screenplay: Kenji Yamauchi
Music: Shizuno Oshiro
Theme Song: “Banana no Uta”
Executive Producers: Michi Iijima, Tamotsu Kosano
Planning Cooperation: Taku Tada, Takaaki Yamazaki, Shigehiro Gompa
Producers: Mamoru Inagaki, Yosuke Sato
Associate Producer: Nobuko Nogami
Music Producers: Toru Midorikawa, Kotaro Maruhashi
Cinematography: Yusuke Suga
Lighting: Yamato Watanabe
Sound: Yoshiaki Kitahara
Production Design: Yasuaki Harada
Set Decoration: Jun Terao
Assistant Director: Hiroya Ikawa
Casting: Masako Yamauchi, Masanobu Motokawa, Rikiya Takano
Costume Design: Kayo Hosomi, Yoshie Masui
Hair & Makeup: Asako Nagashima, Arisa Sakurai, Junko Kaneda
Editing: Narihiko Kono
Sound Effects: Yumi Moriki
Production: Katsuji Mogami
Promotional Design: Kenjiro Sano, Yumi Katori
Production: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
Production Company: GEEK PICTURES
Distribution: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
©2026 BANA_ANA Film Partners
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Starring Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori, the film is directed and written by the visionary Kenji Yamauchi, who works across commercials, film, and theater.
After watching the film, many involved have reportedly reacted with a wry smile, saying, “I don’t get it.” Despite—or perhaps because of—that feeling, it leaves a strong impression. It’s a remarkable film that resonates even when it defies explanation. Don’t miss it.
┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈
【Main Visual & Teaser Released!】
The main visual features Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori falling into a hole—along with a banana, suggesting a cast of “three people and one banana(?)”. The design deepens the mystery behind the title BANA_ANA.
The teaser video presents a sequence of striking expressions from the cast, interwoven with intriguing keywords that invite viewers to enjoy not fully understanding what’s happening—perfectly capturing the essence of this film.
Look forward to visuals and footage that amplify the sense of “not knowing.”
【Credits】
Goro Inagaki / Tsuyoshi Kusanagi / Shingo Katori
First Summer Uika / Shuri / Sara Hayama / Hibiki Mizuno / Chon Ami /
Kanji Furutachi / Yukiyoshi Ozawa / Mitsuru Fukikoshi
Director & Screenplay: Kenji Yamauchi
Music: Shizuno Oshiro
Theme Song: “Banana no Uta”
Executive Producers: Michi Iijima, Tamotsu Kosano
Planning Cooperation: Taku Tada, Takaaki Yamazaki, Shigehiro Gompa
Producers: Mamoru Inagaki, Yosuke Sato
Associate Producer: Nobuko Nogami
Music Producers: Toru Midorikawa, Kotaro Maruhashi
Cinematography: Yusuke Suga
Lighting: Yamato Watanabe
Sound: Yoshiaki Kitahara
Production Design: Yasuaki Harada
Set Decoration: Jun Terao
Assistant Director: Hiroya Ikawa
Casting: Masako Yamauchi, Masanobu Motokawa, Rikiya Takano
Costume Design: Kayo Hosomi, Yoshie Masui
Hair & Makeup: Asako Nagashima, Arisa Sakurai, Junko Kaneda
Editing: Narihiko Kono
Sound Effects: Yumi Moriki
Production: Katsuji Mogami
Promotional Design: Kenjiro Sano, Yumi Katori
Production: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
Production Company: GEEK PICTURES
Distribution: CULEN, GEEK PICTURES
©2026 BANA_ANA Film Partners
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