Multiple Japanese film releases, including the anticipated Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Super Hot! Scorching Kasukabe Dancers and Cells at Work!, have been indefinitely postponed in the Chinese mainland. Importers cited comprehensive market evaluations and shifting audience preferences as key factors, though industry observers note the decision follows heightened public sensitivity to recent remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding the Taiwan question.
As of November 16, 2025, the Chinese mainland's box office revenue has reached 45.543 billion yuan ($6.4 billion), with domestic productions dominating 88.48% of total earnings. This trend underscores both the market's resilience and growing preference for local content amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.
