Kenshi Yonezu's 'Crow' Short Anime Released

Somen Halder Jun 25, 2026 0
Kenshi Yonezu's 'Crow' Short Anime Released

MAPPA has released a short animation for Kenshi Yonezu's 'Crow', which is now available on YouTube.

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'Crow' is a song written by Kenshi Yonezu for the 2026 NHK Soccer Theme, with a video that features a pencil-drawn touch reminiscent of manga. The video shows a person chasing a ball with all their heart, while a crow flies powerfully into the sky above their head.

Kenshi Yonezu's 'Crow' Short Anime

The result is a video that combines the single-mindedness of the team's efforts, which can't be told only by wins and losses, with the crows flying freely.

Related features and interviews can be found below.

Kenshi Yonezu 'Crow' Interview: Revisiting the Past and Finding the Gentle Breeze in the Structure

Behind the Scenes

The 'Crow' short animation is a must-see for fans of Kenshi Yonezu and soccer alike, with its inspiring message and beautiful animation.

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// FAQs

The inspiration behind 'Crow' is the 2026 NHK Soccer Theme, with the video featuring a person chasing a ball while a crow flies powerfully above.

The 'Crow' short animation was produced by MAPPA, a renowned Japanese animation studio.

The crow in the 'Crow' short animation symbolizes the single-mindedness of the team's efforts, which can't be measured by wins and losses alone, as well as the freedom and power of the team's spirit.
Tags: Kenshi Yonezu Crow MAPPA Short Anime 2026 NHK Soccer Theme

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