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"Rilakkuma" – New theme visual and merchandise revealed: "Pancake Routine," illustrated by anime studio Production I.G.

To celebrate the new Rilakkuma anime, original visuals and themed goods by Production I.G will debut at Mat...

Sono Keisatsukan, Tokidoki Yajū! Anime Cancelled

The production of the TV anime Sono Keisatsukan, Tokidoki Yajū! has been officially cancelled.

Demon Slayer: Akaza Returns Surpasses ¥17.6B ($120M) within 17 days surpassing the pace of Mugen Train

In its first 17 days, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Arc the Movie: Akaza Returns has ear...

ELLEGARDEN to Perform New One Piece Opening Song Carmine

Rock band ELLEGARDEN will perform the new opening theme for the anime One Piece, it was announced on August 4.

Kura Sushi × Demon Slayer Collaboration Starts August 8

Kura Sushi announced on August 4 that it will launch a limited-time collaboration with Demon Slayer: Kimets...

The five members of "Chōriki Sentai Ohranger" appeared in their original costumes — fans were thrilled as "Riki" (Shoji Yamaguc...

The original Ohranger team reunited in costume for a 30th anniversary event, thrilling longtime fans with n...

Voice actress Akiko Sekine passes away after battling cancer since 2023. Known for roles in the Tokimeki Memorial series and as...

Voice actress Akiko Sekine, known for anime, games, and narration, passed away after a cancer battle since ...

Jump Magazine and Pokémon Join Forces for the First Time—Special Fold-Out Cover Features ONEPIECE, Kagurabachi, and More

Weekly Shonen Jump and the globally beloved Pokémon franchise have teamed up for the first time ever, unvei...

[Editor’s Picks] Do You Know CoroCoro Comic? A Manga Magazine Behind Japan’s IP Boom

Have you ever heard of CoroCoro Comic, one of Japan’s leading monthly manga magazines that has driven numer...

The Summer Hikaru Died Episode 5 Story and Preview Images Released: Hikaru’s Hold on Yoshiki Grows Stronger

The story and preview images for Episode 5 of the TV anime The Summer Hikaru Died have been released. The e...

Gozyuger Episode 24 Story & Preview Released: Kinjiro’s Passion for Youth Explodes with Rage!

The latest Super Sentai series, No.1 Sentai Gozyuger, will premiere its episode 24, "The Thief Causing a St...

Kamen Rider Gavv Episode 46 Story & Preview Cuts Released: Shoma Infiltrates the Granute Realm

The episode46 of Kamen Rider Gavv titled "Shoma's Determinatio" will air on August 3 (every Sunday at 9:00...

You and Idol Pretty Cure Episode 26 Story & Preview Stills Released: Cure Idol Launches Fan Club! Kokoro Reflects on Her Father

Episode26 of You and Idol Pretty Cure, the 22nd installment in the Pretty Cure anime series, has released i...

Pokémon Horizons Episode 105 Story & Preview Cuts Released: Gholdengo Rides the Waves and Liko Hits the Beach in a Swimsuit

The latest synopsis and scene cuts for episode 105 of the Pokémon Horizons (officially abbreviated as Anipo...

Scarlet: Mamoru Hosoda’s New Film Unveils Shocking Scenes in 90-Second Trailer with Character Stills

Mamoru Hosoda’s upcoming anime film Scarlet (scheduled for release on November 21) has unveiled a powerful ...

Takopi's Original Sin Releases Final Visual and Special PV to Mark Anime's Completion

Takopi's Original Sin anime ends with episode 6, revealing a commemorative visual, special PV, and original...

“Dandadan” Releases 2-Hour Loop of “Chiquitita’s Song” from Episode 16—Fans React: “This Is God-Tier Official Content”

“Dandadan” releases 2-hour version of “Chiquitita’s Song” from Episode 16. Fans praise the official release...

TV Anime Adaptation Announced for Isekai BL Series “The Other World's Books Depend on the Bean Counter” – Premieres January 202...

Isekai BL anime “The Other World's Books Depend on the Bean Counter” premieres January 2026. Teaser visual,...

Kenshi Yonezu to Release “IRIS OUT” for Chainsaw Man: The Movie - Reze Arc; Jacket Illustration Featuring Reze Also Unveiled

Singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu has announced that his newly written song “IRIS OUT” will serve as the them...

Studio Pierrot Officially Changes Corporate Name to “Studio Pierrot Inc.” Starting August 1

Renowned for its animation production under the brand name “Studio Pierrot,” Pierrot Co., Ltd. announced on...