The highly anticipated 44th film in the Doraemon franchise, Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Art World Tales (Eiga Doraemon: Nobita no Esekai Monogatari), has released a new promotional video showcasing Aimyon’s theme song, “Sketch.” This special preview offers fans a glimpse into the heartwarming adventure that awaits, as Doraemon, Nobita, and their friends journey into a world of art. The film is slated to open in Japan on March 7, 2025, commemorating the 45th anniversary of Doraemon movies and is directed by Yukiyo Teramoto, with a script by Satoshi Ito.
Storyline of Nobita’s Art World Tales
The film follows Doraemon, Nobita, and their companions as they venture into a medieval European world depicted within a painting. In this enchanting realm, they encounter Claire and Milo, two children from the country of Artoria, and a small winged demon named Chai. Together, they confront a formidable enemy in pursuit of a legendary jewel, blending humor, friendship, and heartwarming lessons within an exciting medieval setting.
Aimyon’s Musical Contributions
Theme Song “Sketch”
Aimyon, a popular Japanese singer-songwriter, performs the film’s theme song, “Sketch,” adding an emotional layer to the movie’s narrative. The promotional video released on March 6, 2025, features scenes of Doraemon and Nobita’s adventures, highlighting the heartwarming moments and Nobita’s tears, all set to Aimyon’s touching melody.
Insert Song “Kimi no Yume o Kikinagara, Boku wa Waraeru Idea o!”
In addition to the theme song, Aimyon also contributes an insert song titled “Kimi no Yume o Kikinagara, Boku wa Waraeru Idea o!” (An Idea That Makes Me Smile Comes to Me, While I Listen to Your Dreams!). This song is previewed in the second full trailer, offering another glimpse into the film’s musical landscape.
Production Details and Staff
- Director: Yukiyo Teramoto, known for previous Doraemon series and movies, marks her return to directing a Doraemon film after 12 years.
- Scriptwriter: Satoshi Ito, a veteran writer for the Doraemon film series, provides the screenplay.
- Animation Studio: Shin-Ei Animation
- Based on: The original work by Fujiko F. Fujio
Release and Commemoration
The film’s release on March 7, 2025, coincides with Aimyon’s 30th birthday, adding extra significance to the premiere. Nobita’s Art World Tales celebrates the 45th anniversary of the Doraemon film series, a milestone for the long-running franchise.
Gadgets Featured in the Film
The trailer also showcases various gadgets used by Doraemon, including the dress-up camera and invisibility cloak.
Voice Cast
- Wasabi Mizuta as Doraemon
- Megumi Ohara as Nobita
- Yumi Kakazu as Shizuka
- Subaru Kimura as Gian
- Tomokazu Seki as Suneo
Reception of Previous Doraemon Films
The 2024 Doraemon film, Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Earth Symphony, was a significant success, opening at #1 in Japan and selling 538,000 tickets in its first weekend.
