A new manga titled “超越級聖剣士、魔剣士家の末息子に回帰する” by Mutsuki Yuta launches on LINE Manga, following a top-ranked paladin who is reincarnated as the youngest son of a demon sword family.
Toei Animation and developer Studio51 Inc. reveal the title, platform, and English language support for the new visual novel in the Expelled from Paradise (Rakuen Tsuihou) franchise, scheduled for winter 2026 on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.
Whisper of the Heart (Studio Ghibli) topped the Japanese TV anime ratings with 7.5% on NTV, while the live-action Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan: At a Confessional earned 2.1% on NHK.
After news of voice actress Yamazaki Wakana’s passing, Conan fans across the country wept together during the broadcast of a classic episode on May 16, 2026, moved by an emotional tribute in the ending credits.
The official anniversary website “Bonobono to 40-nen no koto.” launched on May 17, offering a free stream of all 500 anime episodes on FOD, TVer, and YouTube, alongside a 6-hour special program on Animax.
At the Gundam Conference Spring 2026 livestream, Bandai Namco Filmworks executive producer Naohiro Ogata officially announced that the Mobile Suit Gundam Wing franchise is developing a new visual project, confirmed to be a full-length work.
The theatrical film Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei: Yotsuba Keishou-hen has released an in-story footage clip depicting an intense battle between Tatsuya and opponents from the Yotsuba clan, generating tremendous excitement among fans.
