Rimuru Tempest and friends embark on a luxurious getaway! The official That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea staff released a stunning new clip on Thursday, February 12, 2026, featuring the Tempest Federation crew soaring through the skies aboard an air dragon ship toward a resort island paradise. With Japan’s theatrical release just two weeks away, this vacation footage sets a lighthearted tone before darker forces emerge.
New Clip: “Setting Off for Vacation!”
The freshly released clip showcases Rimuru and his allies gliding peacefully through beautiful skies toward a luxurious resort island in the elf nation of Sarion. The scenic footage follows the Tempest Federation’s founding festival celebration, capturing the excitement and anticipation of a well-deserved vacation.
Clip Highlights:
- Rimuru and companions aboard an air dragon ship
- Stunning aerial views of the journey to Sarion
- Lighthearted vacation atmosphere
- Beautiful animation from studio Eight Bit
- Peaceful moment before the story’s darker elements emerge
The “Setting Off for Vacation!” clip perfectly captures the slice-of-life relaxation that That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime fans love, while hinting at the adventure waiting at their destination.
Japan Release Date: February 27, 2026
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea (Gekijō-ban Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken: Sōkai no Namida-hen) opens in Japanese theaters on February 27, 2026.
A special half-hour TV preview airs on NTV on February 21 at 3:35 AM (effectively February 22), featuring:
- Interviews with voice actors Miho Okasaki (Rimuru) and Koichi Domoto (Zodon)
- Behind-the-scenes studio visit with Okasaki and Domoto
- Hinatazaka46 idols Nao Kosaka (Mio) and Kaho Fujishima (Yori)
- Comedian Crystal Noda sharing his fandom appreciation
Worldwide Theatrical Release Through Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll secured worldwide theatrical rights for Tears of the Azure Sea, with Sony Pictures Entertainment handling distribution. International screening dates and locations will be announced soon.
Distribution Details:
- Crunchyroll handles global rights (excluding most Asian territories)
- Muse Communication distributes in India, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore, Taiwan, and Indonesia
- Indian theatrical release officially confirmed
- Release dates for other regions coming soon
Muse Communication previously brought That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond to Indian theatres in May 2023, continuing their work on the franchise in South Asia.
Story: Resort Island Mystery
The film picks up after Tempest’s founding celebration. Elmesia, ruler of the elf nation Sarion, invites Rimuru and key officials for a relaxing getaway at a resort island. Amid the fun, a mysterious girl named Yura appears, bringing an ominous shadow that forces Rimuru to confront a new threat.
Plot Summary: “After concluding the opening ceremony of the Demon Kingdom Federation Tempest, Rimuru and his companions are invited by the Celestial Emperor Hermesia of the great elven nation – the Magi Dynasty Salion – to visit her private resort island. As the group enjoys their brief vacation, a mysterious woman named Yura appears. A new incident unfolds against the backdrop of the boundless azure sea.”
New Cast Members
The film introduces fresh voices alongside returning cast from the television series:
New Characters:
- Saori Ōnishi as Yura, priestess of the water dragon in Kaien
- Koichi Domoto as Zodon, cabinet minister of the seabed nation Kaien
- Kōji Yusa as Djeese, prime minister of Kaien
- Hinatazaka46’s Nao Kosaka as Mio, an original shrine maiden
- Hinatazaka46’s Kaho Fujishima as Yori, another original shrine maiden
Theme Songs and Music
Multiple theme songs enhance the film’s emotional landscape:
Film Themes:
- “Sōkoku” (Blue Moment) by Saori Ōnishi
- “Renainō” (Talent for Romance) by ARCANA PROJECT
- “Harmonics” by STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION and ASH DA HERO collaboration
- “Utopia” by TRUE
A single containing these tracks releases February 28, 2026, in limited first and regular editions. Hitoshi Fujima handles the film’s music composition.
Production Team
Studio Eight Bit continues animating That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, maintaining consistency with the main series.
Creative Team:
- Director: Yasuhito Kikuchi
- Script: Yasuhito Kikuchi and Toshizo Nemoto
- Original Story: Fuse
- Character Design: Ryoma Ebata
- Music: Hitoshi Fujima
- Animation Studio: Eight Bit
The film presents an original story set within the established universe, blending vacation hijinks with escalating danger.
Season 4 Coming April 2026
The That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime anime remains incredibly active. Season 4 premieres April 3, 2026, running five cours (quarters of a year), with the first two airing continuously back-to-back.
Season 4 Details:
- Premiere: April 3, 2026
- Length: Five cours (multi-year run)
- First two cours air continuously
- Studio Eight Bit returns
- Miho Okasaki reprises Rimuru Tempest
Frequently Asked Questions
Tears of the Azure Sea opens in Japanese theaters February 27, 2026. Crunchyroll will release the film theatrically worldwide (excluding most Asian territories) with dates to be announced. Muse Communication handles distribution in India and Southeast Asia with confirmed theatrical releases.
After Tempest’s founding ceremony, Elmesia invites Rimuru and key officials to a resort island vacation in Sarion. A mysterious woman named Yura appears during their getaway, bringing an ominous threat that forces Rimuru to face new dangers against the backdrop of the azure sea.
Saori Ōnishi voices Yura (water dragon priestess), Koichi Domoto plays Zodon (Kaien cabinet minister), Kōji Yusa portrays Djeese (Kaien prime minister), and Hinatazaka46’s Nao Kosaka and Kaho Fujishima voice original shrine maidens Mio and Yori respectively.
Season 4 premieres April 3, 2026, running five cours total. The first two cours air continuously back-to-back. Studio Eight Bit returns with Miho Okasaki reprising her role as Rimuru Tempest.
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