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Space Battleship Yamato Meets Love Live! as Honoka and Sasha Dash Through Akihabara
A new crossover visual pairs Love Live!'s Honoka Kousaka with Yamato yo Towa ni REBEL3199's Sasha, timed to the final chapter's October 30 release — and its Akihabara setting.
Marvel Reveals 29 Japanese Voices for 'Avengers: Doomsday' — but Not Doctor Doom's
Disney Japan has unveiled the 29-strong Japanese dub cast for 'Avengers: Doomsday,' reuniting veterans like Kenta Miyake and Yuichi Nakamura. One conspicuous name is missing.
'Psyren' Adds Reiko Suzuki and Ayumu Murase as the Tenjuin Pair
The Psyren anime has added veteran Reiko Suzuki and Chainsaw Man's Ayumu Murase as Elmore and Van Tenjuin, filling two pivotal roles from Toshiaki Iwashiro's manga.
Meiji Romance 'Hotaru no Yomeiri' Takes Over Keikyu's Lucky Yellow Train
Oreco Tachibana's hit assassin romance has wrapped Keikyu's famously rare yellow train through November 6, celebrating its final volume — and teasing the artist's next series.
Snow Man's Daisuke Sakuma Headlines Stage Greetings for 'Kaze wo Tsugu Mono' Theatrical Preview
The Live2D-animated Shinsengumi drama hits Tokyo screens Nov. 13 for two weeks, with illustration-card giveaways and stage greetings led by Daisuke Sakuma and Yuki Kaji.
Aniplex Sets 'NullMeta' TV Anime for 2027 With Studio Soigne and Director Kai Ikarashi
Aniplex has launched an official site for a TV anime of Kokamumo's manga NullMeta, premiering in 2027 from studio Soigne with Kai Ikarashi directing.
'Bungo Stray Dogs: DEAD APPLE' Revival Tickets Go On Sale, Plus News From Dazai's Birthplace
Advance mubichike tickets for the 'Bungo Stray Dogs: DEAD APPLE' revival screening went on sale October 18, alongside fresh details on the anime's collaboration with Aomori's Dazai Osamu Memorial Hall
Tokyo's New Anime Festival Reveals All 14 Films, Including Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle
TOKYO ANIME NEXT has unveiled the full lineup and timetable for its Ikebukuro run from October 30 to November 2, with 14 films, creator talks, and a free orchestral finale.
Demon Slayer Leads 14-Film Lineup as TOKYO ANIME NEXT Takes Over Ikebukuro
Japan's anime industry body has revealed the full screening and talk-show schedule for TOKYO ANIME NEXT, running Oct 30–Nov 2 with 14 films across three Ikebukuro cinemas.
Chainsaw Man Meets Crocs: Four Clogs Channeling Denji, Power, and Pochita
Chainsaw Man's first-ever Crocs collaboration brings four character-inspired clog designs, landing October 27 at Crocs stores, ABC-MART, atmos, and online.
Comedy Duo Nanamagari and Voice Veteran Daisuke Namikawa Join Japanese Dub of 'Crystal Lake'
The 'Friday the 13th' prequel series started streaming exclusively on U-NEXT in Japan on October 15, with comedy duo Nanamagari in episode 1 and voice actor Daisuke Namikawa appearing later.
Kenichi Suzumura's Voice Agency Intention to Dissolve in March 2027
Intention, the boutique voice acting agency founded by Kenichi Suzumura in 2012, will dissolve on March 31, 2027, after the actor's adjustment disorder diagnosis.
Willem Dafoe Teams With Suntory for Limited-Edition Laphroaig 14 Year — Pre-Orders Open Now
'Laphroaig 14 Year WILLEM DAFOE,' a limited-run Islay single malt from the actor and Suntory, hits Amazon, Rakuten and Yahoo! Shopping on November 4. Pre-orders opened today.
Jump's 'Nue no Onmyouji' Lands a TV Anime on TV Asahi in Summer 2027
Kouta Kawae's Weekly Shonen Jump exorcist series is heading to TV Asahi in Summer 2027, with Studio Hibari animating and Saori Oonishi voicing the gamer youkai Nue.
NANA Meets KATE: Ai Yazawa's Punk Icons Land on Limited-Edition Mascara
KATE's Lash Burst mascara gets a limited collaboration design based on Ai Yazawa's 'NANA,' arriving October 20 with sticker and acrylic keychain bonuses.
Voice-Actress Idol Group i☆Ris to End Activities in Late 2027 After 15 Years
i☆Ris, the voice-actress idol unit behind the 'PriPara' theme songs, will wrap up its activities at the end of 2027 — a milestone that lines up with the group's 15th anniversary.
NANA Meets KATE: Ai Yazawa's Punk Icon Gets Her Own Limited-Edition Mascara
KATE's Lash Burst mascara arrives October 20 in limited NANA packaging, with stickers and acrylic keychains for buyers at select stores, My Kao Mall and TikTok Shop.
Naruto Is Crossing Over With Ninku, the Cult Jump Manga That Inspired It
Masashi Kishimoto's Naruto will cross over with Kōji Kiriyama's cult 1993 series Ninku in a four-episode anime — announced alongside a brand-new Kishimoto-drawn manga, Naruto: Shadow Rising.
'Noa-senpai wa Tomodachi' Anime Names Its Leads, Sets 2027 Premiere
Enma Akiyama's senpai-kouhai romcom manga is heading to TV in 2027, with Rina Kawaguchi and Tomoya Itou leading the cast under director Shinsuke Yanagi.
Voice-Actress Idol Unit i☆Ris to End 15-Year Run in Late 2027
i☆Ris, the voice-actress idol group behind the 'PriPara' theme songs, announced it will wind down at the end of 2027 — timed to the unit's 15th anniversary.
'Dr. Stone: Terraforming' Anime Announced at Yokohama's Stone Fes.2026
A sequel anime adapting the 'Terraforming' one-shot from manga volume 27 is in production, revealed at Stone Fes.2026 in Yokohama alongside a new logo and promo.
Katsuwo's Three Worlds Collide Again as the Colors Trio Dresses Up as Zombies
The fourth entry in Katsuwo's triple-crossover manga celebrating the '#Zombie Sagashitemasu' anime dropped on World Zombie Day, with Mitsuboshi Colors' Yui, Sat-chan and Kotoha in zombie cosplay.
'Magical Buffs' Anime Drops Second Trailer and Opening Theme at Crunchyroll's NYCC Showcase
The support-caster fantasy series set its January 4, 2027 premiere on Tokyo MX, MBS, and BS11, with a second PV, new key visual, opening theme, and additional cast revealed in New York.
Sword Saint Romcom 'My Sword Saint Master Is Too Cute' Sets Cast, Teaser for Winter 2027
The anime adaptation of Kennoji and R_ringo's cohabitation fantasy manga revealed its main cast, staff and a teaser video on Friday, with a Winter 2027 premiere.
Inoue Takehiko's 'REAL' Returns to NEW ERA, This Time on the 9TWENTY
The second wave of Takehiko Inoue's 'REAL' x NEW ERA collaboration drops October 15 at NEW ERA's official online store and ZOZOVILLA, led by the low-profile 9TWENTY cap.
Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan and Detective Conan Headline TOKYO ANIME NEXT's Main Stage
TOKYO ANIME NEXT has revealed its key visual and program lineup, topped by a main event pairing signature scenes from three anime giants with live orchestra and artist performances.
One Piece's Brook Is Now a Tanuki: Voice Star Chō Narrates Satomi Ishihara's 'Political Pan'
Fuji TV's new Satomi Ishihara drama 'Political Pan' premiered October 7, revealing that One Piece voice actor Chō narrates as a tanuki — with two comedians joining in episode 2.
'The Moon on a Rainy Night' Anime Casts Sora Amamiya, Iori Saeki for 2027 Debut
Kuzushiro's acclaimed girls' love manga gets its first promo, with Sora Amamiya and Iori Saeki leading a CompTown production arriving in 2027.
Red Riding Hood Turns Detective: Comedy Mystery Anime Sets January 2027 Premiere
The anime of Aito Aoyagi's fairy-tale murder-mystery novel 'Akazukin, Tabi no Tochuu de Shitai to Deau.' unveiled new cast, staff, a key visual and its first trailer ahead of a January 2027 debut.
Two Decades On, 'Vampire Juujikai' Finally Gets Its TV Anime in 2027
Pony Canyon has launched an official site for a TV anime of Kyou Shirodaira's cult vampire manga, with Yuuma Uchida and Aino Shimada leading the cast. It premieres in 2027.
Novel 'I Can't Exploit My Slaves Because They Think Too Highly of Me' Lands a TV Anime
Isogawa Kaire's long-titled fantasy novel is getting a TV anime, announced alongside what the production committee is calling a 'super ultra teaser visual.'
Teen Bureaucrats vs. the End of the World: 'Shūmatsu Teitai Iinkai' Anime Project Confirmed
Aen Kien's novel 'Kochira, Shūmatsu Teitai Iinkai.' — about kids whose job is to stall the apocalypse, not stop it — has an anime adaptation in development.
Isekai Comedy 'I Can't Exploit My Slaves' Gets a TV Anime — Starting With a 'Super Ultra Teaser'
Isogawa Maware's Kakuyomu-born light novel about a reincarnated healer whose slave girls are far too competent is heading to TV, announced with a deliberately teasing first visual.
Malevolent Shrine Jackets and Prison Realm Beanies: niko and ... Suits Up Jujutsu Kaisen
Apparel label niko and ... marks the Jujutsu Kaisen anime's fifth anniversary with a 19-piece collection of embroidered jackets, hoodies and beanies, in stores nationwide from September 29.
Rascal Does Not Dream Anime Syncs Fireworks to Its Soundtrack at Enoshima Festival
The film 'Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend' is teaming up with the Fujisawa Enoshima Fireworks Festival on October 17 for a music-synced pyrotechnic show at Kanagawa's Katase Beach.
Chainsaw Man Café Opens in Tokyo, Aichi and Osaka, Modeled on Reze's Kissa Nidō
A limited-run 'Chainsaw Man Café' styled after Kissa Nidō, the coffee shop from Tatsuki Fujimoto's series, opens in Tokyo and Aichi on October 1 and in Osaka on October 8.
'Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc' Goes Live — Two Nights of Film and Live Score in Yokohama
The Reze Arc film's soundtrack gets a live-performance showcase at Pacifico Yokohama on February 13–14, 2027, with composer Kensuke Ushio himself on the bill.
Kurama and Yoko Kurama Take Over Ikebukuro Station in Yu Yu Hakusho Hair Care Collab
A week-long station ad for the Yu Yu Hakusho × Premior hair care collaboration has landed at Ikebukuro Station, pairing Kurama and his silver-maned fox form with a premium shampoo line.
'Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc' Gets a Live-Score Cinema Event, With Kensuke Ushio Onstage
The Reze Arc film returns to the big screen with its score played live at Pacifico Yokohama on February 13–14, 2027 — composer Kensuke Ushio included.
Detective Pretty Cure! Meets Street Fighter 6 in a Case of the Smashed Arcade Cabinet
Toei's magical-girl detectives are crossing over with Capcom's fighting game. Four original adventure-style episodes roll out in Street Fighter 6's Battle Hub from December 17.
Kurama and Yoko Kurama Take Over Ikebukuro Station in Yu Yu Hakusho Haircare Collab
A large-format ad starring Yu Yu Hakusho's Kurama and his fox form runs at Ikebukuro Station's Orange Road through September 27, promoting a tie-in with haircare brand La Sana's Premior line.
'VIVANT' Gets a Chestnut Parfait in Gifu — and the Secret-Unit Daifuku Hides 'Darkness' Inside
TBS hit drama 'VIVANT' teams with Gifu confectioner Ryoheido for an Ena chestnut parfait, on sale Sept 25–Nov 8. Crack open the 'Bessan daifuku' and a dark filling spills out.
Detective Precure! Teams With Street Fighter 6 to Solve an Arcade Cabinet Smashing
TV anime 'Detective Precure!' is crossing over with Street Fighter 6, dropping a four-part original adventure-style story into the game's Battle Hub from December 17.
Hiromu Arakawa's 'Daemons of the Shadow Realm' Anime Confirmed for Season 2
The TV anime of Hiromu Arakawa's Yomi no Tsugai will return for a second season, announced Sunday with a new visual and promotional video from studio Bones Film.
Horimiya Café Serves a Drink Inspired by Hori and a Hamburg Steak 'Made With Love'
A school-festival café for Horimiya's 15th anniversary has announced the first-half menu for its Tokyo run, including a drink based on Hori and a hamburg steak 'full of love.'
Angela Balzac Returns: New 'Expelled from Paradise' Film Unveils Theater-Only Trailer
Rie Kugimiya reprises Angela Balzac in 'Expelled from Paradise: Kokoro no Resonance,' confirmed via a cinema-exclusive trailer and a comment video now streaming on YouTube.
Aniplex Reveals Cast for 'Fall in Love, You False Angels' Anime, Premiering 2027
Aniplex One Focus 2026 unveiled the main cast, additional staff and a cast-announcement promo for the TV anime of Coco Uzuki's Koiseyo Mayakashi Tenshi-domo, due in 2027.
'Bless' Anime Lands noitaminA Slot for January 2027 With Cast and Character PV
Aniplex's One Focus 2026 event unveiled the main cast, a teaser visual and a character PV for the Bless TV anime, premiering on Fuji TV's noitaminA block in January 2027.
'Keroro Gunsou☆' Frog Invasion Returns: New Anime Reveals Cast, Staff, and First Trailer
Mine Yoshizaki's Sgt. Frog gets a fresh TV anime with an all-new cast, premiering October 3 on TV Tokyo. The official site dropped a key visual and first promo on Monday.
Detective Conan Marks 30 Years With 'Case No. 30' Special—Plus an Anime Where You Solve the Crime
A PV and teaser visual dropped for Detective Conan's 30th-anniversary TV special 'Case No. 30,' airing Sept 25. A new interactive whodunit lets viewers guess the killer themselves.
'The Apothecary Diaries' x YOHADA: Maomao and Jinshi Star in a Body Wash Mystery
The hit anime 'The Apothecary Diaries' teams up with Kracie's YOHADA night-care body soap for a limited-edition paired set launching September 11 at drugstores across Japan.
KochiKame Gets New TV Anime for 2027 on Fuji TV, Main Cast and Staff Revealed
The legendary KochiKame manga returns as a new Fuji TV anime in 2027, with Fukushi Ochiai voicing Ryotsu and a fresh key visual and character PV unveiled during a special livestream.
Ito Ikkaku's 'Long Summer of August 31st' Lands Simultaneous Anime and Drama Adaptations
Manga Natalie's top story of the week revealed that Ikkaku Ito's 'The Long Summer of August 31st' will receive both a TV anime and a live-action TV drama, announced at the same time.
Star-Studded Cast Joins 'Armored Trooper Votoms: Die Graue Hexe' Ahead of November Premiere
The new Votoms anime film has revealed supporting cast and staff, led by Shinichiro Miki and Yuuki Kaji. The first of two movies opens in Japanese theaters on November 20.
All Volumes of Renaissance Manga 'Arte' Free for 24 Hours on Comic Cmoa
Kei Ohkubo's acclaimed period manga 'Arte,' about an aspiring female painter in Renaissance Florence, is free to read in full for one day only on Japan's Comic Cmoa platform.
'Baki' Spin-Off Sends Retsu Kaioh to Another World — and It's Getting an Anime
TMS Entertainment will adapt the isekai comedy spin-off 'Baki Gaiden: Retsu Kaioh Won't Mind Even If He's Reincarnated in Another World,' with a teaser trailer now unveiled.
'Medalist' Sequel Film Skates Into Theaters February 19, 2027
The Medalist Special Exhibition 2026 unveiled fresh staff, a second teaser visual, and a trailer for the anime sequel film based on Tsurumaikada's figure skating manga, premiering in Japan on February
'Arte' Manga Goes Free for 24 Hours: Read Every Volume on Comic Cymer Today
Kei Ohkubo's Renaissance-era manga 'Arte,' which inspired a 2020 anime, is available in full at no cost on Comic Cymer for one day only — today, August 30.
'Horimiya' Turns 15 With a Cultural Festival Café and Nostalgia-Packed New Merch
The 'Horimiya CAFE: Katagiri High School Festival' celebrates 15 years of HERO and Daisuke Hagiwara's beloved manga with new goods, including a memory-filled postcard set and acrylic stands.
'Kagurabachi' Anime Adds Miku Itou and Miyari Nemoto to Cast
Takeru Hokazono's hit revenge manga 'Kagurabachi' has added Miku Itou and Miyari Nemoto to its TV anime cast. The series premieres in Spring 2027.
Chiikawa's 'Ridiculously Delicious Pudding' Reborn as Cream Puffs and Éclairs
Nagano's beloved Chiikawa teams up with Montoile for limited-edition 'Muchauma Pudding' cream puffs and éclairs, sold at select supermarkets nationwide from September 1–30.
'Jujutsu Kaisen' Marks Anime's 5th Anniversary With ANGEL CLOVER Collaboration Watches
To celebrate five years of the 'Jujutsu Kaisen' anime, watch brand ANGEL CLOVER has unveiled a collaboration collection featuring designs inspired by Mahoraga's wheel and the sparks of Black Flash.
One Piece x Nike Drop Air Max Plus Inspired by the Series' 'Devil Fruits'
Eiichiro Oda's One Piece teams up with Nike for a Devil Fruit–themed Air Max Plus sneaker, plus T-shirts and jerseys in a new apparel collaboration.
Red River Anime Adds Souma Saitou and Shun Horie for Fall 2026 Second Cour
The 'Sora wa Akai Kawa no Hotori' (Red River) TV anime has revealed two new cast members ahead of its second cour, launching September 29 on NTV's AnichU block.
Luffy Wins ONE PIECE World Popularity Poll Again as Top 30 Characters Revealed
Monkey D. Luffy took the crown a second time in ONE PIECE's global fan vote, with the WORLD TOP 100 results unveiled at ONE PIECE DAY '26 in Chiba.
'Murciélago' TV Anime Sets January 2027 Premiere, Revealed at Anime NYC
The TV anime adaptation of Kana Yoshimura's ultraviolent action-comedy 'Murciélago' will begin broadcasting and streaming in January 2027, announced during Anime NYC.
Netflix's Live-Action 'One Piece' Season 3 Reveals Its Alabasta Heroes
Netflix's live-action 'One Piece' unveiled the cast for Kohza, Toto, Pell, and Chaka — key Alabasta arc figures — at ONE PIECE DAY '26 in Makuhari, teasing 'The Battle of Alabasta.'
'One Piece' Sets Sail Again: 'FILM GOD VALLEY' Hits Theaters Summer 2027
The next 'One Piece' anime film, 'FILM GOD VALLEY,' lands in summer 2027, with 'FILM BAAD' to follow in 2029 — the franchise's first new movies since 2022's record-breaking 'FILM RED.'
Two New One Piece Films Announced: 'GOD VALLEY' in 2027, 'BAAD' in 2029
Toei revealed two new One Piece theatrical anime at ONE PIECE DAY: 'FILM GOD VALLEY' hits Japanese theaters summer 2027, followed by 'FILM BAAD' in 2029, both with teaser trailers unveiled.
Two New 'One Piece' Movies Set for 2027 and 2029: Film God Valley Leads the Charge
One Piece Day'26 revealed two new anime films — One Piece Film God Valley (Summer 2027) and One Piece Film Baad (2029) — with teaser footage and logos for both.
'There's Also a Hole in the Student Council!' Drops First PV, OP Theme, and New Staff
Maro Muchi's raunchy comedy manga gets its TV anime debut October 4 on Tokyo MX and more, with fresh staff, an opening theme, and a first promo video now revealed.
Hypnosis Mic Stage 'Cinema Edit' Trilogy Drops 12-Cast Comment Videos and Theater Bonuses
The latest three 'Cinema Edit' screenings of the Hypnosis Mic stage franchise unveil YouTube comment videos from 12 cast members, led by Takuya Uehara, plus new admission bonus details.
'Dark Machine: The Animation' Adds Cast, BUCK-TICK Opening Theme, New Trailer for Fall 2026
The TV anime 'Dark Machine: The Animation' has revealed four new cast members, a BUCK-TICK opening theme, and a second promo ahead of its October 2026 Fuji TV premiere.
'Liar Game' Anime Reveals New Cast Including Daisuke Namikawa as Solario
The TV anime adaptation of Shinobu Kaitani's 'Liar Game' has announced five new cast members, led by Daisuke Namikawa. The series premiered April 7 on TV Tokyo.
'Jujutsu Kaisen' Teams Up with Seimusu Drugstores for Gojo & Geto Goods and In-Store Broadcasts
To mark the anime's 5th anniversary, drugstore chain Seimusu runs a 'Jujutsu Kaisen' campaign from September 1 to October 31, offering character goods and in-store announcements voiced by Yuji and Meg
ONE PIECE Bullet Train Sets Sail on Your Wrist with Seiko's Setouchi Blue Watch
Seiko has released a new wristwatch inspired by the 'ONE PIECE Shinkansen,' with the ocean-hued Setouchi Blue model bringing the anime's Kyushu bullet train to your wrist.
'Skip and Loafer' Season 2 Locks April 2027 Premiere With New Staff and Second Teaser
P.A.Works' beloved coming-of-age anime returns Spring 2027. The Season 2 site dropped fresh staff details and a second teaser PV on Sunday for the adaptation of Misaki Takamatsu's manga.
'VIVANT' Bessatsu Manju Hits FamilyMart Tomorrow — The Steamed Bun You'll Want to Leave on Someone's Desk
The 'bessatsu manju' from hit TBS drama 'VIVANT' arrives at FamilyMart on August 18 as a limited-run collaboration item, priced at 142 yen including tax.
'Kingdom Hearts' Gets Its First Anime — An All-New Story With Tetsuya Nomura Aboard
Disney and Square Enix have announced 'Kingdom Hearts' (working title), the beloved RPG franchise's first-ever original animated series, airing on Disney Channel and streaming on Disney+.
'Cheat Fuyo' Anime Adds New Cast and Staff, Drops Second Teaser
The TV anime of Asa Rokushima's long-titled isekai light novel 'Cheat Fuyo' has revealed additional staff and a second teaser promo ahead of its debut.
Endo Kenichi Cooks Pudding Under the Watchful Eye of a Royal Pudding, at Idolish7's Request
Actor Kenichi Endo's cooking show teams up with mobile game 'Idolish7' for a special episode streaming August 14 at 10:30 p.m. JST, guided by fan-favorite character King Pudding.
New POKÉTOON Short 'Wartortle and the Rest of Summer' Streams Free, Directed by Seigo Yamashita
The Pokémon Company's latest POKÉTOON short, 'Wartortle and the Rest of Summer,' premiered August 12 on the official Pokémon YouTube channel, helmed by rising animator Seigo Yamashita.
'Glasses with a Chance of Delinquent' Anime Sets 2027 Debut With Main Staff, Teaser
Naruki's rom-com manga 'Megane, Tokidoki, Yankee-kun' is getting a TV anime in 2027, with staff, two teaser visuals, and a teaser PV newly revealed.
'Sayonara Lala' Dives Into Mermaid Biology With Shiga's Lake Biwa Museum
The TV anime 'Sayonara Lala' unveils three summer projects, headlined by a collaboration with Shiga Prefecture's Lake Biwa Museum where the director and a curator seriously theorize about mermaid ecol
'Seven Knights of the Marronnier Kingdom' Anime Reveals Cast and First Trailer
The TV anime of Nao Iwamoto's fantasy manga unveiled its main cast, key visual, and debut promo. It premieres October 3 at 6:25 p.m. on NHK's E-Tele channel.
'Villains Are Destined to Die' Gets TV Anime as the Original Webtoon Reaches Its Finale
The hit villainess fantasy 'Villains Are Destined to Die,' written by Gwon Gyeoeul and drawn by SUOL, is heading to TV anime just as its manhwa serialization wraps up.
Voice Actress and Pro Mahjong Player Date Arisa Announces Marriage
Date Arisa, who works as both a voice actress and professional mahjong player, revealed her marriage on August 8 via her official X account.
Voice Star Natsuki Hanae Narrates Trailer for Korean Film 'The Last Dear Daughter'
The trailer for Korean film 'The World's Last Dear Daughter!' is out on YouTube, narrated by Natsuki Hanae of 'Demon Slayer' fame, with a heartwarming tale of father-daughter love and a cat.
MAPPA EXPO to Recreate Attack on Titan's Rumbling and Unveil Life-Size Chainsaw Man Bomb Figure
MAPPA's 15th-anniversary exhibition teases its lineup, including a recreation of Attack on Titan's Rumbling, a life-size Bomb Devil figure from Chainsaw Man, and Jujutsu Kaisen displays.
Hit Manga 'Doka Kui Daisuki! Mochizuki-san' Gets TV Anime from Studio Passione
Maruyo no Kamome's binge-eating comedy 'Doka Kui Daisuki! Mochizuki-san' is heading to TV anime, with Studio Passione handling production and celebratory art now unveiled.
To LOVEru Artist Kentaro Yabuki's 'Charamix' Project Adds Rina Endo and Naomi Payton to Cast
Kentaro Yabuki, the artist behind To LOVEru, has revealed new characters for his 'Charamix' project, with voice actresses Rina Endo and Naomi Payton joining the cast.
'Firefly Wedding' Anime Adds Kent Itou and Kenjirou Tsuda, Reveals Ending Theme by TOOBOE
Fuji TV's noitaminA adaptation of Oreco Tachibana's romance manga 'Hotaru no Yomeiri' reveals new cast, a TOOBOE ending theme, and a second teaser ahead of its October 9 premiere.
'The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World' Season 2 Reveals Cast, Staff, and Teaser
The TV anime adaptation of Nana Mikoshiba's light novel returns for a second season this October on TBS and BS11, with fresh cast additions and a new teaser trailer.
'Haikyu!!' Teams Up With Sendai's Legendary Fishcake Maker for Limited Kamaboco Set
Volleyball anime 'Haikyu!!' partners with 200-year-old kamaboco specialist Kanezaki for exclusive Hinata-and-Kageyama goods and a limited fishcake set, launching August 1 at eight stores and online.
Yakuza-Meets-Otome Isekai Comedy 'The Beloved Daughter of a Villain Family' Gets TV Anime
The light-novel-turned-manga 'The Beloved Daughter of a Villain Family, Reincarnated as a Yakuza Lady in an Otome Game' is heading to television with a newly announced TV anime adaptation.
'Haikyu!!' Teams Up With Century-Old Sasa-Kamaboko Maker for Limited Fishcake Sets
The volleyball anime 'Haikyu!!' is collaborating with famed Sendai fishcake maker Kanezaki on original merch and limited-edition kamaboko sets, on sale from August 1 at eight stores and online.
'Chihayafuru' Karta Meets Shiga's Signature Sweets in Limited-Edition Cookie Collab
Yuki Suetsugu's karta manga 'Chihayafuru' has teamed up with Shiga confectioner Palette for 'Omi Hyakunin Isshu Sablé' cookies, on limited pre-order until July 31.
Fatih Akin's 'Amrum' Opens with a Boy, White Bread, and a Nazi Mother — Storyboards Revealed
A special clip from 'In the Fade' director Fatih Akin's new film pairs the movie's opening scene with storyboards by Raymond Boy, an artist who also worked on Netflix's 'One Piece.'
Web Manga 'Sometimes Even Reality Is a Lie!' Lands 2027 TV Anime
Niichi's romantic comedy web manga 'Real mo Tama ni wa Uso wo Tsuku' is getting a TV anime in 2027, the author announced on X with a commemorative illustration.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Gets Japanese Dub With Star Voice Cast Led by Hiroaki Hirata
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' will open in Japan with a simultaneous Japanese-dubbed version, with voice star Hiroaki Hirata voicing Matt Damon's Odysseus alongside a stacked anime cast.
Comic Seymour Teams Up with 'FF10' — and Yes, Seymour Guado Is Picking the Manga
Manga platform Comic Seymour has launched a Final Fantasy X crossover in which the villainous Guado maester Seymour recommends five Square Enix manga titles, starting July 17.
Taiga Nakano & 'Two Monkeys' From 'Toyotomi Kyodai!' Set Become Limited T-Shirts at Tokyo Photo Show
Actor Taiga Nakano and photographer Yusuke Abe's exhibition 'Once Upon A Time!' opens July 17 in Omotesando, with venue-only T-shirts featuring behind-the-scenes shots from the NHK drama.
'Crayon Shin-chan' Movies Team Up With ZOZOTOWN for Poster-Art Tees and Apparel
The long-running 'Crayon Shin-chan' film series is partnering with ZOZOTOWN on a made-to-order apparel collection featuring poster visuals, on sale exclusively July 17–August 31.
Guy Ritchie's 'In the Grey' Trailer Drops in Japan, Narrated by Voice Star Yuichi Nakamura
The Japanese trailer for Guy Ritchie's action-thriller 'In the Grey,' starring Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal, has hit YouTube — with anime favorite Yuichi Nakamura on narration duty.
Anisama 2026 Finale Opens Cute with 'Kawaii tte Gomen' as Sphere, Yu Serizawa Join HoneyWorks
Day three of Animelo Summer Live 2026 -Messenger- kicked off with a HoneyWorks-led supergroup performing viral hits 'Kawaii tte Gomen' and 'Fansa.'
Detective Conan Teams Up With J.League as Yuka Kageyama and Hiroaki Morishima Voice Themselves
The hit anime 'Detective Conan' airs a J.League crossover episode, 'The Opening Whistle,' featuring football-loving actress Yuka Kageyama and ex-national-team striker Hiroaki Morishima as themselves.
Anisama 2026 Day Two Opens with a Bang as Tanya Declares War and MYTH & ROID Take the Stage
MYTH & ROID and Riko Sasaki opened Day 2 of Animelo Summer Live 2026 at Makuhari Messe, with 'Saga of Tanya the Evil' heroine Tanya delivering the show's kickoff declaration.
Ultraman Gets a Streetwear Makeover: 'U into MONSTROUSA' Apparel Line Launches in Tokyo
Apparel brand MONSTROUSA has unveiled 'U into MONSTROUSA,' an Ultraman collaboration line of art-driven T-shirts, launching early at an Ikebukuro PARCO pop-up before hitting the brand's online store o
Ninja Boy 'Nintama Rantaro' Teams Up With ZOZOTOWN for Everyday Fashion Drop
The beloved anime 'Nintama Rantaro' joins forces with ZOZOTOWN for a limited collection featuring Rantaro, Kirimaru and Shinbei, on made-to-order sale from noon on July 8.
Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Meets Japan's Iconic Travel Guide in New Web Feature
Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'The Odyssey' is teaming up with Japan's beloved 'Chikyu no Arukikata' guidebook for a web special launching July 6, mapping the epic's real-world locations.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Japanese Dub Cast Revealed, Led by Junya Enoki
The Japanese voice cast for Marvel's 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has been announced, with Junya Enoki and Atsushi Miyauchi among the actors bringing the film to Japanese audiences.
'Kingdom' Anime Teams Up With Shaoxing Wine for Limited Xin & Kyou Set
The hit anime 'Kingdom,' based on Yasuhisa Hara's manga, is releasing a limited-edition Shaoxing wine set featuring Xin and Kyou on the packaging, going on sale July 10.
Kishiwada Danjiri Festival Roars Onto the Big Screen in 4DX Short 'Danjiri 4DX'
Osaka's thunderous Kishiwada Danjiri Festival gets a 4DX short film, screening from August 7 at Lawson United Cinemas Kishiwada before main features—theater exclusive.
Hidenori Yamaji's 'Soala and the Monster House' Gets 2027 TV Anime with Ikumi Hasegawa and Ayumu Murase
Hidenori Yamaji's fantasy manga 'Soala and the Monster House' is heading to TV in 2027, with an ultra teaser visual, PV, and main cast and staff now revealed.
One Piece x Matsuya: The 'Giant Bowl' Piles On Triple the Meat and Onions—Plus a Free Chopstick Rest
To celebrate One Piece's Elbaf arc, gyudon chain Matsuya is serving a 'Giant Bowl Set' with triple the usual beef and onions, running June 30 through October 6.
Toy Story 5 Japan Premiere: Karasawa, Tokoro Reunite as Woody and Buzz, Sano Becomes 'Smarty Pants'
The Japanese dub cast of Toy Story 5 gathered in Hibiya on June 30 for the film's Japan premiere, with longtime stars Toshiaki Karasawa and George Tokoro joined by fresh faces voicing the franchise's
'KING OF PRISM' Returns With First Live Show in Six Years — and a Brand-New Sequel
The 'KING OF PRISM' franchise marked its 10th anniversary with a dual-show extravaganza in Tokyo, delivering its first live concert in roughly six years and an emotional new-project reveal.
Sumire Uesaka, Hiroshi Kamiya, Subaru Kimura Lead 15 Cameo Voices for 'Toy Story 5' in Japan
Disney and Pixar have revealed the 15 cameo voice actors for the Japanese dub of 'Toy Story 5,' stacking the roster with anime and entertainment heavyweights.
Kojikoji x Aoyama Decarbo Drop a Glittering Stained-Glass Lamp Candy Tin
Sakura Momoko's Kojikoji teams up with healthy-sweets shop Aoyama Decarbo for a stained-glass 'Kojikoji Lamp Tin,' debuting July 4 at Isetan Shinjuku in Tokyo.
Sgt. Frog Invades Namco: Giant Keroro Plushies and Chibi Crew Land as Arcade Exclusives
A new 'Keroro Gunso' prize campaign tied to the film 'Kaifuku Shite Sokkō Chikyū Metsubō' runs through August 2 at Namco arcades and Namco Online Crane nationwide.
Bistro by SMAP's Goro Inagaki Launches Banana-Themed Menu for 'BANA_ANA' Film
Tokyo's BISTRO J_O, directed by ex-SMAP star Goro Inagaki, debuts two banana-inspired dishes from June 25 to celebrate the film 'BANA_ANA,' reuniting the trio of Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo
Idol Kazuya Kamenashi Brews 'KAME BEER' With Asahi's Experimental Lab
Pop star Kazuya Kamenashi is co-developing a collaboration beer dubbed 'KAME BEER' through Asahi's new-product test-marketing platform 'Asahi Kuso Kaihatsu Kyoku.'
'Osomatsu-san' Movie Gets Aぇ! group & Takuya Nishimura Audio Commentary Screenings
The live-action 'Osomatsu-san' film adds limited audio-commentary screenings with Aぇ! group and Takuya Nishimura from June 26 to July 31, plus newly released live footage.
'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time' Revival Brings Reprinted Pamphlet and Film-Style Cards
Mamoru Hosoda's beloved 2006 anime returns to theaters, with limited-edition reprinted pamphlets and film-strip-style cards going on sale July 3 at participating cinemas and the Filmarks Store.
Pixar's 'Toy Story 5' Reveals 15-Strong Japanese Voice Cast, With Bonnie Recast to Kanaa Amano
Disney and Pixar have unveiled the 15-member Japanese dub cast for 'Toy Story 5,' with young actress Kanaa Amano voicing Bonnie alongside Noa Shiroyama and veteran Miyuki Sawashiro.
Singer-Songwriter ano Teams Up With Sgt. Frog Movie for Mashup Theme Song MV
A collaborative music video mashing up ano's theme song 'Kashippanashi Destiny' with footage from the new Sgt. Frog movie premieres June 14 at 8 p.m., with a teaser dropping June 13.
Evangelion x CASETiFY Drops Limited-Edition Headphones, Grip Stands, and More
A new Evangelion x CASETiFY collaboration launched June 12, offering limited-quantity tech accessories including headphones and phone grip stands inspired by the iconic anime franchise.
Become a Health Egoist: Blue Lock's 12 Stars Take Over Pilkul Bottles
Hit soccer anime Blue Lock teams up with probiotic drink Pilkul for nationwide limited-edition packaging featuring 12 characters, on sale June 8.
'Yatogame-chan' Creator Masaki Ando Weds Voice Actress Honoka Kuroki
Masaki Ando, creator of the Nagoya-flavored comedy manga 'Yatogame-chan Kansatsu Nikki,' and voice actress Honoka Kuroki have announced their marriage.
MAPPA to Unveil New Projects in YouTube Showcase Marking Studio's 15th Anniversary
The studio behind Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen will livestream a 15th-anniversary lineup event on June 19, promising fresh details on current titles and brand-new projects.
MAPPA to Stream 15th Anniversary Lineup Showcase on YouTube, Teasing New Projects
MAPPA, the studio behind Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, will hold a 15th anniversary lineup showcase on its official YouTube channel on June 19, revealing new projects and fresh details on works in
India's Box-Office Phenomenon 'Kantara' Hits Japan with 70 Divine Stills and a Limited 'Panjurli's Roar' Bookmark
Indian epic 'Kantara: A Legend' opens nationwide in Japan on June 5, arriving with 70 new stills of the deity Panjurli and a limited-edition theatergoer bookmark capturing the god's primal roar.
'One Piece Premier Summer' Sails Back to Universal Studios Japan with Beefed-Up Action and Greetings
Universal Studios Japan revives its anime smash 'One Piece Premier Summer 2026' from July 30 to November 19, with upgraded action shows and expanded character greetings.
Anime Fantasista Japan 2026 Brings Top Animators to Tokyo This July
The animator-focused event Anime Fantasista Japan 2026 hits Kichijoji on July 19–20, with main-stage lineups featuring directors Seigo Yamashita and Kenji Iwaizawa.
One-Woman IT Department Gets the Last Laugh: 'You're Firing Me?' Manga Heads to TV Anime
The hit revenge workplace manga 'Huh? You're Firing Me, the One Who Single-Handedly Runs All the Company's IT Systems?' is getting a TV anime adaptation.
Chiikawa Takes Over Tokyo Skytree With Star-Filled Summer Collaboration
Chiikawa and Tokyo Skytree team up from July 10 to October 31 for a themed event tied to the new film 'Chiikawa: Secret of the Mermaid Island.'
Graniph Drops HUNTER×HUNTER Greed Island Collection on June 2
Apparel brand Graniph unveils a new HUNTER×HUNTER capsule themed around the fan-favorite Greed Island arc, hitting Japanese stores June 2.
Chibi Maruko-chan x Crayon Shin-chan Pop-Up Shop Offers Shizuoka and Saitama Regional Goodie Bags
Two of Japan's most beloved family anime cross over at 'Okiraku Shoten' pop-up shop, with limited merchandise drops and a lottery for regional specialty sets from Shizuoka and Saitama.
Toshiyuki Nishiori's Anime Film 'GROTESQQQUE' Reveals 14-Member Cast Including Hoshino Gen and 4 from Nogizaka46
Director Toshiyuki Nishiori and CloverWorks unveil the cross-genre voice cast for original anime film 'GROTESQQQUE,' featuring voice actors, musicians, and idols.
Manga Artist Shoh Tajima Teams Up with HYDE for Limited-Edition T-Shirt Drop
Manga legend Shoh Tajima reimagines rocker HYDE in a new T-shirt collaboration with art apparel brand GAIN, with pre-orders opening May 29 and limited release on July 29.
'Milky☆Subway' Expanded Theatrical Run Adds New Scenes, Drops Kono Don Bonus Manga
The expanded re-release of anime film 'Galaxy Express Milky☆Subway' unveils new 2D scenes and a limited bonus mini-manga drawn by comic adapter Kono Don.
Godzilla and King Ghidora Stomp Into Convenience Stores via Koikeya's Karamucho Snack Lineup
Koikeya pairs Godzilla with Karamucho's sriracha kick and King Ghidora with Suppamucho's seafood tang. Convenience stores get them May 18, supermarkets May 25.
Hiroya Oku's 'GIGANT' Gets Theatrical Anime Adaptation at Cannes Announcement
Hiroya Oku's sci-fi manga 'GIGANT' is being adapted into a theatrical anime film, announced by film fund K2 Pictures at the Cannes Film Festival as their first animation project.
BRUTUS Devotes Latest Issue to Ramen Obsession, Featuring Yuki Katayama and Eiichiro Funakoshi
Magazine House's BRUTUS dropped its 'Love and Desire: Ramen' issue today, with actors Yuki Katayama, Yuma Yamoto, Mogura Suzuki and Eiichiro Funakoshi sharing their favorite bowls.
'Himitsu no Aipri' Movie Event Blooms in Tachikawa with Surprise 'Onegai Aipri' Debut
Tokyo's Tachikawa Stage Garden hosted a special event for the new 'Himitsu no Aipri' film, featuring a first-ever stage appearance by the upcoming 'Onegai Aipri' cast.
'Baby Assassins' Phantom Sample Tee Finally Hits Retail with Akari Takaishi & Saori Izawa Print
The cult-favorite 'Baby Assassins' film franchise teams with streetwear label Behind the Scenes for a limited collaboration tee, dropping May 29 at noon JST exclusively via BEHIND WEB.
BRUTUS Magazine's Ramen Issue Brings Stars to the Slurp: Katayama, Yamoto, Funakoshi Share Their Bowls
BRUTUS magazine's new 'Love and Desire: Ramen' issue, out May 15, features actors Yuki Katayama, Yuma Yamoto, Eiichiro Funakoshi, and comedian Mogura Suzuki revealing their favorite bowls.
'Baby Assassins' Phantom Sample Tee Goes Retail with Akari Takaishi & Saori Izawa Print
Behind the Scenes turns one with a 'Baby Assassins' collab tee featuring stars Akari Takaishi and Saori Izawa, dropping May 29 on BEHIND WEB.
Ai Yazawa × Yebisu Beer Tanabata Can Returns: Yukata-Clad Design Drops July 7
Manga legend Ai Yazawa's second collaboration can with Sapporo's Yebisu Beer launches July 7 in a limited run, featuring a summery yukata-style illustration.
Kyoto Animation Returns to Theaters with 2027 Adaptation of 'Umi ga Hashiru End Roll'
Kyoto Animation will adapt John Tarachine's slice-of-life manga 'Umi ga Hashiru End Roll' into a 2027 theatrical film, directed by Violet Evergarden's Taichi Ishidate.
Anya Forger Dons Hinatazaka46 Uniform in Shueisha's 100th Anniversary Manga Crossover
Shueisha teams up with idol group Hinatazaka46 for a centennial campaign featuring custom illustrations by Spy x Family creator Tatsuya Endo and other top manga artists.
Live-Action 'ONE PIECE' Season 2 Lottery Drops With Plush Chopper as Top Prize
Sega's lottery for Netflix's live-action ONE PIECE Season 2 launches at hobby shops and online May 11, headlined by a fluffy lying-down Chopper plush as the A prize.
Witch Hat Atelier Adds Konishi and Kumagai to Voice Cast as Anime Continues Spring Run
BUG FILMS' adaptation of Kamome Shirahama's fantasy manga reveals two new cast members, with Katsuyuki Konishi and Toshiki Kumagai joining the spellbinding world.
My Hero Academia Marks 10th Anniversary with Eri-Focused Short Anime 'I'm a Hero Too'
Bones returns to the My Hero Academia universe with a summer 2026 short anime adapting Horikoshi's one-shot about Eri's visit to UA High after the main series.
'The Quintessential Quintuplets' Returns: Novel Adaptation and New OVA Announced
Negi Haruba's hit romcom franchise launches two new anime projects — a TV adaptation of the 'Shiki' spin-off novel and an original OVA.
Former Demon Queen Romance 'Aisanai to Iwaremashitemo' Gets Anime Adaptation
Mugi Mameta and Toi Ishino's fantasy romance manga about a reformed monster queen finding love through home cooking is heading to anime, publisher Futabasha announced Friday.
Godzilla Stomps Into Snack Aisles With Karamucho Collab for Burning Godzilla's 30th Anniversary
Toho's Godzilla teams up with Koikeya's spicy Karamucho chips for a limited-edition package, hitting stores nationwide on May 18 to mark Burning Godzilla's 30th anniversary.
Aki Irie's Iceland-Set Manga 'North-by-Northwest' Gets TV Anime Adaptation
'Go with the Clouds, North-by-Northwest' by Aki Irie is getting a TV anime series, with a new manga volume also dropping.
SixTONES' Jesse Voices Two Roles in New Keroro Gunso Film, ano Sings Theme Song
The new Keroro Gunso movie reveals SixTONES member Jesse in a dual voice role and singer ano performing the theme song, as the full trailer drops.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Ichiban Kuji Lottery Prizes Drop Tomorrow in Japan
Bandai's popular lottery merchandise line launches prizes featuring Yoshi, Luma, and more tied to the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy movie.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure x Graniph Drop 24-Piece Collab With Egypt 9 Glory Gods Tees
Graniph launches 24 new JoJo's Bizarre Adventure collab items on April 28, featuring Egypt 9 Glory Gods and Josuke & Rohan designs. Pre-orders open today.
'Tekkonkinkreet' Revival Screenings Bring Limited-Edition Matsumoto Taiyo Collab Merch
Limited-edition clear cards and acrylic dioramas supervised by manga legend Matsumoto Taiyo arrive alongside Tekkonkinkreet's theatrical revival screenings.
Natsume's Book of Friends x Felissimo: Nyanko-sensei Becomes a Carved Umbrella Handle
Felissimo's cat division teams up with 'Natsume's Book of Friends' for new merch featuring Nyanko-sensei as a wooden umbrella handle, plus a cardigan, pouch, and toast plate.
Studio Ghibli Unveils New Short Film 'Night of the Valley of Witches' at Ghibli Park
Studio Ghibli's new short anime 'Night of the Valley of Witches' will screen exclusively at Ghibli Park's Grand Warehouse starting July 8.
Studio Ghibli's New Short Film to Screen Exclusively at Ghibli Park This July
Studio Ghibli announces 'Night of the Valley of Witches,' a new animated short co-directed by Goro Miyazaki and Akihiko Yamashita, screening at Ghibli Park from July 8.
Jujutsu Kaisen x ZOZOTOWN Drop Features Itadori Tees and Embroidered Coach Jackets
ZOZOTOWN launches an exclusive made-to-order Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 collab on April 27, featuring character tees and coach jackets.
JUN x Netflix Pop-Up Store Hits Shibuya With Stranger Things and Love Jōtō Tees
Fashion brand JUN and Netflix team up for a limited Golden Week pop-up in Shibuya featuring exclusive collab T-shirts from hit series.
Super Mario Bros. Movie Airs on Japanese Prime Time Ahead of Sequel Release
Fuji TV will broadcast 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' on its Saturday Premium slot April 18, building hype before the upcoming sequel hits theaters.