Toei Manga Festival 1969 Japanese B2 Poster-D
This is a Japanese B2 Poster (20.3" x 28.7") for the 1969 Japanese theatrical release of a "Toei Manga Festival" (Toei Manga Matsuri). The Toei Cartoon Festival (東映まんがまつり, Tōei Manga Matsuri) is a festival established by Toei Animation in 1967 as a way to showcase their popular children's series as theatrical films during seasonal breaks in the school year (spring vacation, summer vacation, and winter vacation).
This specific festival program is famous for introducing Pero, the musketeer cat who became the official mascot and logo of Toei Animation.
The Wonderful World of Puss 'n Boots (Nagagutsu o Haita Neko): The main feature film, directed by Kimio Yabuki and notably featuring key animation by legendary animators Hayao Miyazaki and Yasuo Ōtsuka.
Kaibutsu-kun (The Monster Kid): A color cartoon based on the manga by Fujiko Fujio.
Himitsu no Akko-chan: The first "magical girl" anime, featured here in color.
Chako and Ken-chan: A live-action segment that was part of the multi-feature program.
Hitoribocchi (Lonely): A short film included in the lineup.