The beloved Doraemon anime series is about to make an exciting change! Starting November 9, Doraemon will get a brand-new opening theme song, marking the first time in five years that fans will hear a different tune to kick off each episode. This change is being made to celebrate a big milestone—the 45th anniversary of Doraemon’s anime films.
Since October 2019, the show has opened with the song “Dorameon” by the popular singer Gen Hoshino. However, today’s episode will be the last one to use this theme. After that, the series will return to a fan-favorite song from 2007 called “Yume wo Kanaete Doraemon” (or “Make Your Dreams Come True, Doraemon”). This song holds a special place in fans’ hearts, and it seems perfect for Doraemon’s big celebration year. The new opening will feature various memorable scenes from Doraemon’s long history, with different versions planned to keep things fresh and exciting for fans.
The fun doesn’t stop with the new theme song. There’s also a brand-new movie coming up! Titled Doraemon: Nobita’s Picture World Story, this 44th movie in the series will premiere in Japan on March 7, 2025. The director is Yukiyo Teramoto, a longtime contributor to Doraemon who made history in 2007 by becoming the first female director of a Doraemon film. Satoshi Ito, another Doraemon veteran, has written the screenplay.
This new movie promises an original story set in a medieval European-inspired world. In this adventure, Doraemon, Nobita, and their friends dive into the fascinating world of pictures and experience a thrilling journey unlike any other! Fans can expect this unique setting to add a fresh twist to the classic Doraemon adventure formula.
In the meantime, fans can still enjoy the previous Doraemon movie, Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony, which premiered earlier this year in March. The movie was a big hit in Japan, earning over 3.8 billion yen (around 26 million USD) by April. Its success shows just how much people love these timeless stories of friendship, fun, and adventure.
With the upcoming theme song change and a new movie on the horizon, it’s a great time to be a Doraemon fan. The new opening theme, Yume wo Kanaete Doraemon, promises to bring back cherished memories while giving new fans something special to look forward to. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Doraemon’s adventures, there’s plenty to enjoy as the series heads into its 45th year with style.
