The third entry in the PandoraHearts musical series, RetraceIII -Reverse corte-, is set for Tokyo and Osaka in September–October 2027, with core staff and lead cast confirmed.
Girls Band Cry teams up with Japanese onsen chain Rakukuya for a nationwide collab at 12 locations from Oct. 26 to Nov. 29, featuring new Toei Animation artwork.
A special collaboration illustration featuring characters from Maebashi Witches and Mahō no Shimai Lulut Lily has been unveiled, drawn by Itagaki Norihiro, alongside a comment from voice actor Sugita
Aniplex has officially announced a TV anime adaptation of Kokamumo’s four-panel slice-of-life manga Null-Meta, set to air in 2027, with Kai Ikarashi directing at studio Soigne.
To celebrate Detective Conan’s 30th anime anniversary, special themed “jack trains” are running on Tokyo’s Den-en-toshi and Toyoko lines, promoting the upcoming Detective Conan Diner at Shibuya Stream
The theatrical anime Mahou Tsukai no Yoru has unveiled “Combat Ver.” character visuals for its three leads, ahead of its November 20, 2026 release from TYPE-MOON and ufotable.
Crunchyroll has announced the full English dub cast and staff for Season 2 of Black Clover and Aoashi, with both dubs now streaming on the platform.
Good Smile Company has announced a Nendoroid of Ichi, the protagonist of manga Mao no Ichi, priced at ¥7,400 and scheduled for release around March 2027.
Ichiban Kuji Kagurabachi launches October 24, 2026, featuring MASTERLISE figures of Chihiro and Renpakuri alongside prizes using the manga’s 3rd-anniversary illustration.
Roomwear brand Palude is releasing a cozy Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan collection featuring character-themed loungewear, plushies, Nendo’s “ugly sweater,” and more. Pre-orders open through November 16, 2026.
Collab merchandise for Meitantei PreCure! and Ojamajo Doremi has been revealed, with T-shirts and B2 towels now available to pre-order via Premium Bandai until 1 November.
AMNIBUS is now accepting pre-orders for a new Nintama Rantaro goods collection featuring all-new “Trip or Sweet no Dan ver.” Halloween-themed illustrations of fan-favourite characters.
The rebroadcast of Kimetsu no Yaiba’s Mugen Ressha Arc Episode 2 “Deep Sleep” aired 18 October 2025, sending fans wild over Rengoku’s blazing sword skills and a star-studded supporting cast.
Megahouse’s new WALLSTAR ONE PIECE series launches Wave 2 with Luffy and Nami in their Elbaf Arc looks. Each figure retails for ¥2,970 and releases in late May 2027.
hololive VTuber Fuma Iroha will make a special guest appearance as herself in Episode 3 of Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru. Season 2, airing October 21.
Meitantei Precure! Fushigi na Niwa to Futari no Himitsu has broken the all-time box-office record for a standalone Precure film, earning ¥1.24 billion with 977,000 admissions in its first month.
