The manga author of “Akane-banashi” praised the anime after watching episode 8’s “BM” rakugo sequence — which runs over 7 minutes — and was stunned by the voice performance of Eguchi Takuya.
The TV anime “最強出涸らし皇子の暗躍帝位争い” (Saikyo Degarashi Oji no Anyaku Teii Arasoi) has announced two additional cast members: Kuwahara Yuki as Krista Lex Adler and Tanaka Masahiko as Sebastian, along with comments from both voice actors.
The anime “Takopi’s Original Sin” is heading to theaters as the film 「タコピーの原罪 -ありがとう、また明日-」, compiling all 6 episodes with a new cut never seen in the streaming version.
Vinyl editions of the Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex and Innocence soundtracks are set to go on sale this July and August.
The official Needy Girl Overdose anime website has released a “Next Chapter” promotional video, revealing a new unit named Karamazov and the full creative team.
The TV anime “Uchi no Ototo-domo ga Sumimasen” has released its second PV, revealing the opening theme by DISH// and the ending theme by Shio Reira, along with the additions of Ono Daisuke and Endo Aya as the father and mother.
Crunchyroll announced the winners of the 10th annual Anime Awards 2026 in Tokyo, drawing over 73 million votes worldwide, with My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON claiming the top prize of Anime of the Year.
The Uso Tantei Tomanto anime announced that veteran voice actor Natsuki Hanae will join the “update” version cast as the protagonist Lemonade, alongside several newly cast voice actors.
The film 劇場版モノノ怪 第三章 蛇神 (Gekijouban Mononoke Dai-san-shou: Jajin) is set to distribute a special foil-stamped commemorative card to first-week attendees, featuring key visuals from all three chapters, opening May 29, 2026.
A 2026 ranking of anime characters with the most exciting car relationships: 1st place Amuro Tooru from Detective Conan, 2nd place Fujiwara Takumi, and 3rd place Saeba Ryo from City Hunter.
LIDEN FILMS will adapt Hitoshi Iwaaki’s historical manga “Historie” into a TV anime scheduled to premiere in January 2027, with Nobunaga Shimazaki cast as the lead Eumenes.
Bandai Namco Filmworks has revealed the title and teaser visual for the Maebashi Witches compilation anime film, set to open this fall.
Animate has opened pre-orders for a new Blue Lock merchandise collection themed “Cyber Cat,” featuring fresh character artwork of 8 main cast members in cat-eared cyber style, along with a two-round premium giveaway campaign.
The anime “Maebashi Witches” has been officially titled for its theatrical release as “「前橋ウィッチーズ」~魔女見習いのエモエモリーズ~”, confirming an autumn 2025 premiere. The first teaser visual and merchandise details have also been unveiled.
Granblu (ぐらんぶる) Season 3 has revealed a chic new key visual set in a forest backdrop, and officially announced the opening song “夏子 (Natsuko)” by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, with the season premiering in July 2026.
Anime!Anime! polled 368 fans on the most memorable tea-drinking anime character. Uguis-maru from Touken Ranbu ONLINE took No. 1, with Tomoe Mami from Puella Magi Madoka Magica at No. 2 and Yozakura Nibo from Yozakura-san Chi no Daisakusen at No. 3.
