《Cumulative Box Office Revenue Exceeds 100 Billion Yen!》Talk Event to Commemorate the Release of "Ordinary Producer: Changing the World with Japanese Cinema!", the First Book by Acclaimed Film Producer Shinzo Matsuhashi, to Be Held! Actor Fumiya Takahashi to Appear as Guest!

Photography: Kazuki Shimomura

A talk event with a signed book will be held on August 2nd (Sun), shortly after the release of the first book by Shinzo Matsuhashi, "Ordinary Producer: Changing the World with Japanese Cinema!" The book is by Shinzo Matsuhashi, representative of the video production company CREDEUS and film producer. Actor Fumiya Takahashi, who stars in the film "Blue Lock" opening on August 7th (Fri), will appear as a guest! Please look forward to many behind-the-scenes stories that can only be heard here!

*"Blue Lock" Official Website: https://bluelock-movie.jp

On July 29th (Wed), "Ordinary Producer," the first book by Shinzo Matsuhashi, known as the producer of numerous hit films such as "Kingdom," "Kokuhō," "Blue Lock," "Golden Kamuy," "SAKAMOTO DAYS," "Gintama," "Silence of the Fleet," and "Battle Royale," will be released by Shogakukan. To commemorate the publication of this book, a talk show will be held on August 2nd (Sun) at Daikanyama Tsutaya Books (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo). Customers who participate in this paid event will receive a book signed by Shinzo Matsuhashi (one book per person).

This book is the first written work by Mr. Matsuhashi, who achieved the feat of exceeding 100 billion yen in cumulative box office revenue for all the works he has produced by 2026. How did a boy born in Aomori Prefecture become a film producer? He reveals for the first time his background, his resolve and pride as a producer, the secrets to his continued success, and his vision for the future of Japanese entertainment. It is essential reading not only for film fans and media professionals but also for young people aspiring to become film producers.

This event is a unique opportunity to hear Mr. Matsuhashi's thoughts put into his book. Additionally, Fumiya Takahashi, who has his starring film "Blue Lock" upcoming, will appear as a guest. Don't miss this opportunity and be sure to participate!

【Event Outline】

Date & Time: August 2, 2026 (Sun) 11:00 AM - Approximately 11:40 AM (approx. 40 minutes)

*Doors open: Approx. 10:40 AM *Capacity: Around 50 seats

Venue: Daikanyama Tsutaya Books / SHARE LOUNGE

150-0033 Tokyo, Shibuya-ku, Sarugaku-cho 17-5 DAIKANYAMA T-SITE Tsutaya Books Building 3, 2nd Floor

How to Participate: Please apply from the following website. Applications will close once the maximum number of participants is reached.

https://store.tsite.jp/daikanyama/event/humanities/55235-1514350623.html

【Author Introduction】

Photography: Kazuki Shimomura

Shinzo Matsuhashi

Born August 18, 1969, in Towada City, Aomori Prefecture. Representative of CREDEUS / Film Producer. After graduating from the Faculty of Law at Waseda University, he joined WOWOW in 1994. He made his producer debut with "Battle Royale." He became independent in 2005. He has produced numerous works including "Gintama," "Kingdom," "Silence of the Fleet," "Golden Kamuy," "Kokuhō," "SAKAMOTO DAYS," and "Blue Lock." In 2026, the cumulative box office revenue for all his works will exceed 100 billion yen. He has won the Fujimoto Award, given to outstanding film producers, three times for "Gintama," "Kingdom," and "Kokuhō."

Credius Official Website

https://www.credeus.com/

【Talk Event Guest Introduction】

Fumiya Takahashi

Debuted as an actor in 2019 with "Kamen Rider Zero-One." Since then, he has appeared in dramas such as "My Best Friend's Secret," "My Happy Marriage," and "The Last Restaurant." He received the Newcomer of the Year award at the 47th Japan Academy Film Prize for the 2023 film "My Dearest Self." In 2024, he appeared in the drama "Densetsu no Kashira Sho" and the films "The Last 10 Years," "My Love Story!!," "Blue Period," and "The Vanishing." In 2025, he received the Elan d'Or Award for Newcomer of the Year and will appear in the starring film "Shonen to Inu" and the NHK serial TV novel "Anpan" (to be broadcast in the first half of 2025). In 2026, he will star for the first time in the animated feature film "Kusunoki no Bannin." He is currently appearing in the film "SAKAMOTO DAYS." He is scheduled to appear in the film "Blue Lock," opening August 7th, and the TBS Friday drama "Until the T-shirt Dries" (July season).

【Book Outline】

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Ordinary Producer

Changing the World with Japanese Cinema!

Author: Shinzo Matsuhashi

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Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)

Release Date: July 29, 2026

Format: 46 size

Pages: 192 pages

ISBN: 9784093898393

Publisher: Shogakukan

https://www.shogakukan.co.jp/books/09389839