Detective Conan J.League Collaboration Reveals New Illustration, Conan Day Event
This marks the first time a Conan Day event has been held at a J.League stadium, continuing the series' long-running partnership with Japanese soccer during its 30th anniversary year.
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A new illustration of Edogawa Conan with a soccer ball has been released to commemorate the Detective Conan TV anime's 30th anniversary collaboration with the J.League. A "Conan Day" event will be held on September 6, 2026 at Cerezo Osaka's YANMAR HANASAKA STADIUM, where Conan will appear at the match against Tokyo Verdy. The announcement follows the broadcast of a special collaboration episode earlier today.
An original illustration of Edogawa Conan with a soccer ball was released on July 18, tied to the Detective Conan anime's 30th anniversary crossover with the J.League. The image shows Conan, a fan of the sport, with a ball at his feet. The collaboration also includes a special event, Conan Day, scheduled for September 6 at Cerezo Osaka's home ground. Conan will appear at the J1 League match between Cerezo Osaka and Tokyo Verdy. The event is the first of its kind for the franchise, which has previously aired several soccer-themed episodes featuring guest appearances by former Japan national team players.
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