Japanese animation studio P.A. Works has released a special commemorative animation titled Run Run Lantern to celebrate their 25th anniversary. Published on 22 October 2025, the video serves as a tribute to the studio’s long creative journey in the anime industry.
The animation video features a song performed by Eiko Shimamiya and showcases visual highlights from the studio’s most iconic titles like Hanasaku Iroha, Tari Tari, Shirobako, and Uma Musume Pretty Derby. The music video was produced by P.A. Works’ creative team under the direction of studio founder Kenji Horikawa.
Also credited for the video are the character designer Tomomi Takada, while Kazuo Eda was responsible for the script, storyboard, and editing. Yuriko Abe, Yuki Akiyama, and Mirai Tanaka are also credited as the animation directors.
Founded in November 2000 in Toyama Prefecture, P.A. Works is well known for creating series such as True Tears, Angel Beats!, The Day I Became a God, and Sakura Quest. Beyond anime, the studio has also participated in several game projects, including the Professor Layton series, Triggerheart Exelica -Enhanced-, and Wild Arms 3.
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