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Cosmic Princess Kaguya! Blends Folklore with Virtual Reality

1/20/2026

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The animated film Cosmic Princess Kaguya! reimagines a Japanese folk tale with a modern twist in near-future virtual reality.
The story follows Iroha, a 17-year-old student, who discovers Kaguya inside a glowing lamppost.
Kaguya grows into a pre-teen and encourages Iroha to write songs for a competition with idol Yachiyo.
The film's fast-paced plot and chaotic visuals may overwhelm older audiences, contrasting with the original tale.

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Story summary

The animated film Cosmic Princess Kaguya! reimagines a Japanese folk tale with a modern twist in near-future virtual reality.
The story follows Iroha, a 17-year-old student, who discovers Kaguya inside a glowing lamppost.
Kaguya grows into a pre-teen and encourages Iroha to write songs for a competition with idol Yachiyo.
The film's fast-paced plot and chaotic visuals may overwhelm older audiences, contrasting with the original tale.