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The Touhou Project is in a period of major official expansion, with the first console remake of a classic game, a new doujin circle dedicated to modern ports, and a summer collaboration with a major amusement park all announced in June 2026.

Synthesized from 10 Yomimono stories · updated Jun 16

June 2026 brought a wave of announcements that mark a shift in how the Touhou Project reaches its audience. The most significant is the formation of Shanghai Alice Reprise, a new doujin circle created by ZUN and AQUA STYLE representative JYUNYA, dedicated to making Touhou games playable on modern systems. Its first project, Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic, is a full remake of the 2002 bullet hell shooter Touhou Koumakyou, announced during a June 9 Nintendo Direct broadcast. The remake upgrades the original to 1080p resolution with fully rearranged BGM by ZUN, includes a Classic Mode that reproduces the 2002 game faithfully, and adds new features like a player hitbox display and a boss position marker. It launches September 10 on PC via Steam, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. The original game had become unplayable on modern Windows due to frame rate issues. A programmer from AQUA STYLE independently created a Switch-compatible version, which ZUN saw and called amazing, leading to the full remake project.

Alongside the remake, other developments show the series' doujin roots remain active. Developer shar announced Touhou Gaiden, a doujin action game set between the old and current Touhou Project series, blending aesthetics from Ninja Gaiden and Castlevania with bullet hell boss battles. Circles Rain Theory and Kaisendou announced Touhou Sosenkyo ~ Land of Oracular Zeitgeist, a derivative danmaku battle game for PC via Steam, with a 2026 release window. The doujin dungeon RPG Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia sold over 100,000 units across PC, Nintendo Switch, and PS4/PS5. BEEP Akihabara Store listed a set of five classic Touhou Project PC-98 titles for 2.5 million yen in a lottery sale.

The series also expanded into physical spaces. Touhou Project and Yomiuri Land announced a summer collaboration event titled 'Hakurei Shrine Summer Festival 2026 in Yomiuri Land' from June 20 to August 23, 2026, featuring exclusive merchandise, a puzzle-solving game, themed food, and workshops. Steam Bullet Hell Fest 2026 launched with discounts on multiple Touhou Project titles. In a reader poll, Sakuya Izayoi from Touhou Project took second place in Anime Anime's annual time-related character survey, holding the same position as the previous year.

Key facts

First official Touhou remake announced
Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic, a remake of the 2002 bullet hell shooter, was announced during a June 9 Nintendo Direct broadcast.
New doujin circle formed
ZUN and AQUA STYLE representative JYUNYA formed Shanghai Alice Reprise to remake Touhou games for modern platforms.
Remake release date and platforms
Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic launches September 10 on PC via Steam, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Original game was unplayable on modern Windows
The original Touhou Koumakyou had become unplayable on modern Windows due to frame rate issues.
Doujin action game announced
Developer shar announced Touhou Gaiden, a doujin action game set between the old and current Touhou Project series, inspired by Ninja Gaiden and Castlevania.
Derivative danmaku battle game announced
Circles Rain Theory and Kaisendou announced Touhou Sosenkyo ~ Land of Oracular Zeitgeist for PC via Steam, with a 2026 release window.
Doujin RPG sales milestone
Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia sold over 100,000 units across PC, Nintendo Switch, and PS4/PS5.
Summer collaboration event with Yomiuri Land
Touhou Project and Yomiuri Land will hold 'Hakurei Shrine Summer Festival 2026 in Yomiuri Land' from June 20 to August 23, 2026.

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Synthesized by Yomimono from the cited Yomimono stories below, each itself sourced, then editorially reviewed. Every fact links the story it came from.

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1h ago

Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic Launches on PC and Consoles

Alliance Arts released Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic ~ the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil. on September 10 for PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game is a modern remake of the 2002 bullet hell shooter Touhou Koumakyou, led by original creator ZUN, and marks the first official Touhou Project shooting game on console platforms. It includes a New Classic version with high-resolution graphics and all BGM rearranged by ZUN, plus a Classic version that reproduces the 2002 game as faithfully as possible. The Classic version can inherit replays and save data from the original ver1.02h. New features include a Spell Practice mode and an unlimited lives mode for newcomers. The standard edition costs 1,990 yen, and a deluxe edition with a digital sound player app is 2,966 yen. The original source code was lost, so a programmer from the doujin circle AQUA STYLE independently analyzed the game and built a Switch version, which became the project's starting point. A DVD backup found at ZUN's home helped recreate character portraits. The New Classic version also supports 4K resolution.

7h ago

Touhou Koumakyou: Classic Lets 2002 Save Data Carry Over

Shanghai Alice Reprise representative JYUNYA announced on September 9 that the Classic version included with Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic supports transferring replays and save data from the original 2002 release of Touhou Koumakyou. The compatible data comes from version 1.02h of the original game. JYUNYA stated that all replays and save data can be carried over, despite the Classic version being a separately reproduced title. The Classic version also adds a replay fast-forward function and a key configuration option to select the confirm button, a change made with console versions in mind. Alliance Arts released Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Steam on September 10. The standard edition costs 1,990 yen, while the deluxe edition costs 2,966 yen and includes a digital sound player app. The New Classic version features recreated graphics and music, with all BGM arranged by ZUN. The Classic version reproduces the 2002 game as faithfully as possible, including its user interface and character portraits.

2d ago

Touhou Fan RPG Touhou Shoujo Sousou Tan Gets Switch Physical Release

Mebius will release the Nintendo Switch physical version of the Touhou Project fan-made RPG Touhou Shoujo Sousou Tan on October 29. The game features eight playable characters and pixel art. A limited edition includes a setting materials collection and a newly drawn acrylic stand.

3d ago

This Week's New Games: Valheim and Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Lead the Pack

Game Spark's weekly roundup lists games releasing in Japan and North America from September 7 to 11. Headliners include Valheim on September 9 across multiple platforms, and Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV with Power Up Kit Complete Edition on September 10. The list also features Halloween: The Game, a Touhou arrangement, and HOT WHEELS Infinite Rush.

5d ago

Touhou Project Streaming Rules Ban Original Game Endings Ahead of New Classic Release

Team Shanghai Alice, the circle behind the Touhou Project, reminded fans on September 4 that publicly releasing the endings of the original games is prohibited under its derivative works guidelines, just days before the September 10 launch of the remake Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic. The reminder came via the official Shanghai Alice Reprise X account, which posted links to the Guidelines for Posting to Video Distribution Services and the Touhou Project Derivative Works Guidelines. These guidelines were not changed for this release, but they explicitly list acts of publicly releasing original game endings as prohibited. Under the video distribution guidelines, streaming by individual players is generally treated as fan activity and faces no major restrictions, yet the ending restriction still applies. Players who plan to stream or post Let's Play videos are advised to keep ending segments out of their broadcasts or cut them through editing. The remake updates the 2002 Windows Touhou Koumakyou with high-resolution graphics, fully rearranged music by series creator ZUN, a new Life Infinite Mode for less experienced players, and a Classic Version that reproduces the original game. The game launches September 10 on PC via Steam, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Sep 1

STAR Kageboushi's Child Reimu and Marisa Figures Open Preorders at AmiAmi

AmiAmi and Reverse Studio are taking preorders for three Touhou Project figures based on newly drawn art by illustrator STAR Kageboushi. The art shows child versions of Reimu Hakurei and Marisa Kirisame, and the line is called Reverse Palm Spirit. Each single figure is a painted PVC and ABS finished product. Reimu stands about 150mm tall including her base, and Marisa about 180mm. The individual figures carry a reference price of 12,100 yen including tax, with AmiAmi selling them at 10,890 yen. A set containing both figures is priced at 20,900 yen reference and 18,810 yen at AmiAmi. Each single comes with a bonus acrylic keychain of its character, and the set adds a dedicated bonus base plus a keychain set. All three items are scheduled for release in November 2027, and preorders are open now at AmiAmi.

Aug 28

Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend Releases on Switch With Launch Sale

Phoenixx released the Touhou fan-made deck-building roguelike card game Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend for Nintendo Switch on August 27, 2026. The Switch version is a port of Touhou Kouyouya ~ Lost Branch of Legend, which is available on Steam. The game is priced at 3,500 yen, with a 20 percent launch discount bringing it to 2,800 yen until September 9 at 23:59 Japan time. The story follows Reimu Hakurei and other residents of Gensokyo as they investigate the theft of the treasure Hourai no Tamayoribako, which was stolen during an exhibition hosted by moon princess Kaguya Houraisan. Players choose from five characters: Reimu Hakurei, Marisa Kirisame, Sakuya Izayoi, Cirno, and Koishi Komeiji. Each character has two battle styles, and players build a deck by acquiring and strengthening cards that match their chosen style. The roguelike structure changes the path with each run, and the game includes over 450 card types and over 100 exhibit enhancement items. Players also face events such as encounters with Gensokyo residents, shopping at shops, and battles against rivals who use their own spell cards. A playable demo and clear file giveaway are planned at the Atsumare Touhou Station in Chichibu event on August 29.

Aug 21

Touhou LostWord Live 2026 Sells Out Family Seats as Generations Share the Music

At LostWord LIVE 2026, held May 16 at KT Zepp Yokohama, parent-child tickets sold out completely. The audience mixed young smartphone game players, longtime core fans, and families. Performers included Kishida Kyoudan & THE Akeboshi Rockets, A-One, and Alstroemeria Records. The writer observed children waving penlights alongside veteran fans, suggesting Touhou is becoming a common language across generations.

Aug 14

Touhou Project Circle Shanghai Alice Fantasy Band Revises Prices Across Games and CDs

Shanghai Alice Fantasy Band, the doujin circle behind the Touhou Project series, announced on August 13 that it will revise the prices of its works. At event sales, all game titles will be sold for 1,500 yen and all music CDs for 1,000 yen. The summer new release "Reichou Shineki Kyou" will also be distributed for 1,000 yen. ZUN, the circle's founder, said on X that prices had been kept unchanged until now, but production costs have reached their limit, and asked for understanding. Starting September 1, retail prices will also change: games will cost 1,600 yen (excluding tax), music CDs 1,200 yen (excluding tax), and "Yougakudan no Rekishi 1" will be set at 1,400 yen (excluding tax). The announcement was made via ZUN's X account and a post on the Touhou Project news site. The price revision affects past works as well as new ones, marking a shift after a long period of stable pricing.

Aug 11

Touhou Project Ichiban Kuji Brings Reimu and Marisa Choconokko Plushies

The Touhou Project Ichiban Kuji launches in stores on August 14, 2026, and online on August 17. Prizes include 25cm Choconokko plushies of Reimu, Remilia, Flandre, and Marisa, plus a donation box bank, figures, acrylic stands, charms, and clear posters. A Double Chance campaign offers a Reimu and Marisa plush set.

Aug 8

Ichiban Kuji Touhou Project Full Lineup Revealed, August 14 Release Set

BANDAI SPIRITS revealed the complete prize list for Ichiban Kuji Touhou Project, launching August 14, 2026. New prizes include the Chokonokko Figure, Acrylic Stand, Profile Charm, and Clear Poster, joining the previously announced Chokonokko Plush Plus figures and savings box. The Last One Prize is a Marisa Kirisame plush.

Aug 7

Initial D THE ARCADE Runs 3rd Touhou Project Collab as EX Reprint

Sega Fave is holding the 3rd Touhou Project collaboration for Initial D THE ARCADE as an EX reprint from July 30, 2026, through October 7. The event brings back all previous collaboration items, adds new chat stamps and race BGM, and renews play stamps and time trial events.

Jul 20

Doma Tops Anime Anime Rainbow Day Poll For Second Straight Year

Anime Anime's 2026 Rainbow Day reader poll, with 102 respondents, ranked Doma from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba first for the second consecutive year. Nijino Yume from Aikatsu Stars! placed second, and Touhou Project's Tenkyuu Chimata took third.

Jul 20

One Piece's Luffy Tops Marine Day Sea Character Poll for 2026

Anime! Anime!'s Marine Day reader survey asked which anime character is most associated with the sea. Monkey D. Luffy of One Piece took first place with about 14% support, followed by Dr.STONE's Ryusui Nanami and Touhou Project's Minamitsu Murasa. The top three were all ship captains.

Jul 17

Touhou Gaiden Fan Game Opens Steam Page With PC-98 Pixel Art Action

Individual developer shar dev released the Steam page for TOUHOU GAIDEN on July 17, a fan-made 2D action game based on Touhou Project. Set in 1999 Gensokyo, it is a side-scrolling bullet hell with pixel art inspired by the PC-98 era. Players control Reimu or Youmu across four difficulty levels. The game is a prequel between Touhou Kaikidan and Touhou Koumakyou, with influences from Ninja Gaiden and Castlevania. It was first shown at the V3Expo showcase on June 8.

Jul 12

Automaton's Weekly Roundup: 7 Game Articles This Week

Automaton's 90th weekly roundup features seven game articles that drew attention, including the official release of Palworld with over 200,000 concurrent Steam players, and announcements for indie titles ECHOES, Anomaly Control Simulator, Touhou Crisis R, Sponge Break, Rogue Carrier, and a game about Steam sale buying.

Jul 11

Gal Version of Sakuya Izayoi Cosplay Highlights 23rd Hakurei Shrine Grand Festival

The 23rd Hakurei Shrine Grand Festival, a Touhou Project-only doujinshi sale event, was held on May 4, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight. With over 2,000 circles exhibiting, it is the largest single-content event in Japan. Cosplayer Nagisa attended as Sakuya Izayoi in a gal style, wearing a loosely worn school uniform and loose socks, a departure from the elegant maid look.

Jul 9

Touhou Crisis R Brings Gun Shooting and Typing to Fan-Made Sequel

Studio Typing Tuna Games announced Touhou Crisis R, a fan-made light gun shooting game for PC (Steam). Developed by Canadian creator Brogrammist, the sequel follows Hakurei Reimu as she shoots down enemies with a handgun. It also includes a typing mode and Japanese subtitles. The predecessor Touhou Crisis holds a 96% positive rating on Steam.

Jul 8

Anime Poll Names Top Medicine Characters For 2026

Anime! Anime!'s reader survey for the second consecutive year asked which medicine-related anime character comes to mind. Maomao from The Apothecary Diaries took first place with about 33% of votes, followed by Detective Conan's Ai Haibara at about 15% and Touhou Project's Eirin Yagokoro at about 7%. The survey ran from June 13 to June 20, 2026, and collected 322 responses.

Jun 16

This Week in Anime: Touhou Fever Forever

Chris and Sylvia discuss the lasting impact of the Touhou Project on gaming, manga, and fan culture. The column follows last week's reveal of a full remake of Embodiment of Scarlet Devil, the sixth main-series game, which is getting an official English release on modern platforms.

Jun 10

Touhou Gaiden Doujin Action Game Announced, Inspired by Ninja Gaiden and Castlevania

Developer shar announced 'Touhou Gaiden', a doujin action game set between the old and current Touhou Project series. The game blends aesthetics from 'Ninja Gaiden' and 'Castlevania' with bullet hell boss battles. It follows Youmu Konpaku and Reimu Hakurei in a Gensokyo on the brink of war. A trailer shows combo and break gauge mechanics. The itch.io page is live; Steam page is coming soon.

Jun 9

Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic Remake Announced, Releasing September 10

Shanghai Alice Reprise, a new circle formed by ZUN and AQUA STYLE representative JYUNYA, announced Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic during a Nintendo Direct broadcast on June 9. The bullet hell shooter is the first official remake of the 2002 Touhou Project entry Touhou Koumakyou. It launches September 10 on PC via Steam, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. The standard edition costs 1,990 yen, and a deluxe edition with a digital soundtrack costs 2,966 yen. The remake upgrades the original to 1080p resolution with fully rearranged BGM by ZUN. It includes a Classic Mode that reproduces the 2002 game as faithfully as possible, plus a new mode with infinite lives and a Challenge Mode that tracks hits taken. New features include a player hitbox display and a boss position marker at the bottom of the screen. The original Touhou Koumakyou had become unplayable on modern Windows due to frame rate issues. A programmer from AQUA STYLE independently created a Switch-compatible version, which ZUN saw and called amazing, leading to the full remake project.

Jun 9

Shanghai Alice Reprise Forms to Remake Touhou Koumakyou for Modern Platforms

ZUN and other developers have formed a new doujin circle, Shanghai Alice Reprise, dedicated to making Touhou Project games playable on modern systems. Its first project is Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic, a remake of the 2002 bullet hell shooter, announced during a June 9 Nintendo Direct. The remake supports 1080p, adds new systems and BGM, and includes a Classic Edition reproducing the original. It launches September 10 on Switch, Switch 2, PS5, and Steam.

Jun 9

BEEP Akihabara Store Lists 5 Old Touhou Project PC-98 Titles for 2.5 Million Yen

BEEP Akihabara Store announced a lottery sale for a set of five classic Touhou Project PC-98 titles priced at 2.5 million yen. Lottery tickets will be distributed in-store on June 13, with winners announced on June 14. The set includes Touhou Reiiden, Touhou Fuumaroku, Touhou Yumejikuu, Touhou Gensokyo, and Touhou Kaikidan.

Jun 9

Dio Tops Anime Anime's Time Character Poll for Sixth Straight Year

Anime Anime's annual reader survey for Time Day (June 10) asked which time-related character comes to mind. DIO from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure took first place for the sixth consecutive year with about 29% of 720 votes. Sakuya Izayoi (Touhou Project) and Aoi Akane (Toilet-bound Hanako-kun) held second and third, the same top three as 2025.

Jun 7

Touhou Project and Yomiuri Land Announce Summer Collaboration Event

Touhou Project and Yomiuri Land will hold a limited-time collaboration event titled 'Hakurei Shrine Summer Festival 2026 in Yomiuri Land' from June 20 to August 23, 2026. The event features exclusive merchandise, a walking-style puzzle-solving game, a stamp rally, themed food and drink items, workshops, and a collaboration with the adjacent flower park HANA·BIYORI.

May 30

Touhou Sosenkyo ~ Land of Oracular Zeitgeist Announced for PC

Circles Rain Theory and Kaisendou announced Touhou Sosenkyo ~ Land of Oracular Zeitgeist, a derivative danmaku battle game for PC via Steam. It uses a Kaeizuka-style system with 2-person teams, over 20 team combinations, and a story about a popularity vote battle royale in Gensokyo. A demo is planned soon, with a 2026 release window.