"Ne Zha 2" with Japanese subtitles debuts in theaters across Japan

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"Ne Zha 2" with Japanese subtitles debuts in theaters across Japan

2025-04-04 17:44 Last Updated At：23:47

The Japanese subtitled edition of the Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" opened in theaters nationwide across Japan on Friday.

A special screening took place at a theater in Ikebukuro, Tokyo on Wednesday, attracting a large audience of Japanese viewers who came to enjoy the film.

Over 500 viewers attended the screening, with many expressing delight at experiencing the film in a fresh and unique way. "This movie is truly innovative and stands out from previous Chinese films. It's new and thrilling. The smooth action created by computer-generated animation, along with the stunning landscapes shown in the film, left a huge impression on me and was very striking," said a moviegoer.

"At first, I thought it was just an action animated film, but it later introduced elements of love. The overall storyline is quite profound, and the visuals are very captivating. This movie is impressive and highlights compelling storytelling," said another moviegoer.

Based on a 16th-century Chinese mythology with a bold reinterpretation, "Ne Zha 2" has captivated global audiences with its stunning visuals, well-crafted storytelling, and profound cultural heritage.

The film has broken box office records since its late January debut, becoming the first non-Hollywood production to surpass 2 billion U.S. dollars in global earnings, according to data.

Inbound visits to Beijing see robust increase during Qingming holiday

2025-04-07 11:18 Last Updated At：11:37

Beijing, capital of China, saw an increased number of inbound visits during this year's three-day Qingming Festival holiday which started on Friday, according to data from the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism.

Data shows that Beijing recorded over 9.59 million visits during the holiday, indicating a 6.2-percent increase compared with the same period in 2024. Based on the visits, the city saw a total tourism expenditure of 11.5 billion yuan (about 1.57 billion U.S. dollars), up 9.5 percent year on year.

Among the figures, the city received 69,000 visits made by overseas inbound tourists, a year-on-year increase of 45.6 percent. International tourism expenditure in Beijing reached 740 million yuan (about 101.19 million U.S. dollars), indicating a significant year-on-year growth of 46.2 percent.

Qingming Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday that falls on the 15th day after the Spring Equinox. Often seen as a time to enjoy the greenery of springtime and to visit the graves of ancestors, the holiday has also become a busy period for cultural and tourism activities in China.