Nagaoka Chika

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Chika Nagaoka stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of the anime industry. By breaking the glass ceiling for women in the Detective Conan franchise, she opened doors for future female directors in shonen manga adaptations. Her track record of delivering commercially successful films proves that gender is not a barrier to leading major franchises. The industry now views her as a trusted leader capable of managing both intimate character dramas and large-scale action sequences.

AwardsWhile Nagaoka has not won traditional awards like Oscars or Golden Globes, her historical achievement as the first female director of a Detective Conan film is widely recognized as a major honor in the industry. Her work on The Million-Dollar Pentagram received critical acclaim for its box office performance and storytelling quality. Her selection for the Tokyo International Film Festival in 2026 serves as a prestigious acknowledgment of her contribution to global animation.

Honours & Distinctions

First Female Detective Conan Director

Toho Studio·2019

Historic appointment as the first woman to direct a theatrical Detective Conan film.

Tokyo International Film Festival Selection

TIFF Committee·2026

Featured in the official animation lineup for her work on Tamon's B-Side.

Records & Feats

First Female Director of Detective Conan Film

Historic First·2019

Became the first woman to direct a theatrical release in the 25-year history of the Detective Conan franchise.

Second Highest Opening for Conan Film

Box Office·2024

Directed The Million-Dollar Pentagram to achieve the second-largest opening weekend in franchise history.