New Short Film from Toei's Eterna Animation Brand: Trailer Released for 'Foxing: Kitsuné-tsuki'

Toei Animation's Eterna Animation brand, which hosts innovative projects, has released the first trailer for the highly anticipated short film "Foxing: Kitsuné-tsuki". The trailer showcases the mystical atmosphere of the production, which combines traditional Japanese animation aesthetics with modern storytelling.

The film is directed by Takeru Shinozuka, a young talent previously known for his short film and commercial work within Toei. The lead role is voiced by Miho Wataya, a name well known to anime fans for her voice performances in works such as Kaguya-sama: Love Is War and Shirokuma Cafe.

Eterna Animation is a brand launched by Toei in 2025, focusing on short and experimental animations. Under this brand, original projects such as "Yūrei no Hana" and "Karakasa" have been released. Eterna aims to bring fresh air to the industry by prioritizing artists' creative freedom, apart from big-budget series.

The trailer gives hints of a story themed around the fox spirit (kitsune) from Japanese folklore. The images show a young girl walking in a dim forest and mysterious fox silhouettes appearing around her. Although no exact release date has been announced yet, the film is expected to meet audiences in autumn 2026 on digital platforms and with limited theatrical screenings.

This production is part of Toei's effort to strengthen its artistic side alongside its traditional large-scale projects. "Foxing: Kitsuné-tsuki" promises a short but profound experience with its 10-minute runtime. For viewers interested in experimental works in the anime world, this film will be an important clue to understanding the future direction of the Eterna brand.

In the coming weeks, the film's poster and a possible release date announcement are expected. Toei's new short film seems likely to excite those who love folklore and supernatural-themed animations.