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The Legacy of Osamu Tezuka and Katsuhiro Otomo in Modern Sci-Fi Manga

From Osamu Tezuka’s groundbreaking narratives to Katsuhiro Otomo’s hyper-realistic art, the DNA of sci-fi m...

Look Back Wins Grand Prix at 3rd Niigata Int’l Animation Film Festival

The 3rd Niigata International Animation Film Festival came to a close on March 20 after a six-day celebrati...

Universal Studios Japan Unveils First-Ever Apothecary Diaries Attraction Starting This July

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of its “Universal Cool Japan” event, Universal Studios Japan (USJ) will d...

Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun (TBHK) Season 2 Episode 11 Story Released: Nene Encounters Mei Shijima While She Was Still Alive

The story and preview stills for Episode 10 of the TV anime Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 have been Rele...

Japan Weekly Light Novel Sales Ranking As of March 24 2025 Announced by Oricon

Oricon (Japanese research organization) released its weekly Light Novel ranking for the week of March 24 2025.

Japan Weekly Manga Sales Ranking As of March 24 2025 Announced by Oricon

Oricon (Japanese research organization) released its weekly manga ranking for the week of March 24 2025.

YOASOBI's New Song “PLAYERS” Brims with Gaming Thrill for PlayStation’s 30th Anniversary

YOASOBI has released a brand-new track titled “PLAYERS” to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original P...

"My Dress-Up Darling" Manga Concludes After 7 Years, Cast and Crew Express Gratitude

The manga My Dress-Up Darling (Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru) has officially come to an end with the rele...

“I Will Become God”: Ave Mujica Episode Sends Shockwaves Through the Fandom

BanG Dream! Ave Mujica Episode 12 airs, featuring Sakiko Toyokawa's dramatic declaration. Fans erupt online...

WWE’s Shinsuke Nakamura Joins Kinnikuman Anime as Commandass in His Voice Acting Debut

WWE superstar Shinsuke Nakamura is stepping into the world of anime with his first-ever voice acting role i...

"The 100 Girlfriends" Episode 23 Story and Scene Cuts Released: Karane Stopped Being Tsundere!?

The story and scene cuts for Episode 23 of "The 100 Girlfriends" have been released. Episode 23 is schedule...

MAPPA Original Anime Zenshu Final Episode 12 Story & Stills Released: Natsuko and Team Challenge Ultimate Void in the Final Ba...

MAPPA's original TV anime Zenshu Episode12 is set to air on March 23 in Japan, followed by staggered releas...

The Apothecary Diaries" Episode 35 (Season 2 EP11) Story and Scene Cuts Released: A Conspiracy Unfolds Behind Jinshi’s Mysterio...

The synopsis and scene cuts for Episode 35 of the TV anime The Apothecary Diaries (Season 2) have been rele...

SPY×FAMILY Season 3 Premieres in October with New Forger Family Visual

SPY×FAMILY Season 3 is set to air in October, featuring a brand-new visual of the Forger family. The anime ...

The Barbarian’s Bride Anime Reveals Key Visual & Main Cast

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of The Barbarian’s Bride, set to premiere in 2025, has released its...

'TRIGUN STARGAZE' Confirmed for 2026: Final Chapter Unveiled with New Teaser Visual

The final chapter of the 'TRIGUN' series, 'TRIGUN STARGAZE,' is set to air in 2026. Featuring a new teaser ...

New Digimon Anime 'DIGIMON BEATBREAK' Announced, Premiering in October 2025

The beloved Digimon franchise is returning with an all-new TV anime, DIGIMON BEATBREAK, set to premiere in ...

Jun Fukuyama & Saori Hayami Join See You Tomorrow at the Food Court Cast – Full Comments Revealed

The upcoming TV anime See You Tomorrow at the Food Court, set to air in 2025, has announced new cast member...

"Let's Go Karaoke!" First PV & Additional Cast Revealed | "Captivated, by You" to Air in July with New Visuals [Full Comments]

The TV anime adaptations of Let's Go Karaoke! and Captivated, by You, based on the manga by Yama Wayama, ar...

Mori Yuki’s Changing Feelings? Susumu Kodai’s Daisuke Ono Fumes with Jealousy Over Alfon’s Makoto Furukawa: “Everyone on Set is...

Daisuke Ono expresses jealousy over Alfon (Makoto Furukawa) as Yuki Mori's interactions change in Be Foreve...