Aniplex One Focus: Aniplex's New Annual Online Festival Streams Free on September 12
Aniplex rebrands its annual Aniplex Online Fest as “Aniplex One Focus,” streaming free on its official YouTube channel on September 12 at 6:00 p.m. JST.
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend Film Reveals Second Trailer and Theme Song
The official site for the Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend anime film has dropped a second full trailer, new key visual, and theme song details ahead of its October 16 Japan release.
Aniplex to Publish Fate/Extra Record; Director Kazuya Nino Departs Type-Moon Studio BB
Aniplex has taken over as publisher for Fate/Extra Record, launching a new website and X account. Director Kazuya Nino has simultaneously left Type-Moon studio BB for personal and health reasons.
Fate/strange Fake TV Anime Gets New Season Green-Lit After Anime NYC Announcement
Aniplex has officially confirmed a new season of the Fate/strange Fake TV anime, first revealing the news at a panel during Anime NYC before following up with a confirmation video.
Madoka☆Magica × Monogatari Series Collab: Short Series "Mahou Doujo Yotsugi☆Peace" Launches on YouTube
A 12-episode short series written by Nisio Isin bridges Madoka☆Magica and the Monogatari Series, streaming free on Aniplex’s YouTube channel from August 20.
Inherit the Winds TV Anime Adds Simba Tsuchiya as Harada Sanosuke
The official X/Twitter account for original TV anime Inherit the Winds (Kaze wo Tsugumono) has announced that Simba Tsuchiya joins the cast as Harada Sanosuke.
The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't A Guy at All Anime Reveals Cast, Staff, Nirvana Opening Theme, January 2027 Premiere
Aniplex has unveiled a teaser trailer for the Ki ni Natteru Hito ga Otoko Janakatta anime, revealing its cast, staff, a January 2027 premiere, and Nirvana’s 1991 track “Breed” as the opening theme.
Grow Up Show: Sunflower Circus Reveals English Dub Cast, Same-Day Dub Launches July 4 on Crunchyroll
Aniplex of America unveiled an English-dubbed trailer and full dub cast for original anime Grow Up Show: Sunflower Circus at Anime Expo, with a same-day English dub launching on Crunchyroll from July
Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 3 Anime Reveals Trailer, January 2027 Premiere Confirmed
Aniplex unveiled a new trailer for Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 3 at Anime Expo, confirming a January 2027 premiere for the Tri-Magicathalon Divine Visionary Final Exam Arc.
Lycoris Recoil Celebrates 4th Anniversary with New Summer Uniform Visuals and Live-Stream Event
Lycoris Recoil marks its 4th broadcast anniversary with new “Summer Uniform” character visuals of Chisato and Takina, plus a live-stream anniversary event on August 9.
Monogatari Series: OFF & MONSTER Season Anime's "Wazamonogatari: Karen Ogre" Episode Set for Winter 2026
Aniplex has unveiled a new visual and confirmed a Winter 2026 broadcast window for “Wazamonogatari: Karen Ogre,” the latest episode of the MONOGATARI Series: OFF & MONSTER Season anime.
Rilakkuma Short Anime Confirmed for Season 2 with New Title "Tekuteku Sekai Ryokō"
Aniplex has unveiled a new promotional video for the Rilakkuma short anime, confirming a second season titled “Rilakkuma: Tekuteku Sekai Ryokō,” produced by Production I.G and directed by Yoshimi Itaz
Twisted Wonderland "NRC Master Chef" Online Kuji Vol.2 Now on Sale — Chef Outfits for Kalim, Vil, Idia & Malleus
Aniplex Online Kuji launches Disney Twisted Wonderland NRC Master Chef Vol.2, featuring Scarabia, Pomefiore, Ignihyde, and Diasomnia dorm goods. On sale until July 5, 2026.
Original Anime "Grow Up Show ~Himawari no Circus-dan~" Reveals Main Visual Featuring Circus Performers, July 2026 Premiere
Aniplex, A-1 Pictures, and Psyde Kick Studio’s original anime Grow Up Show ~Himawari no Circus-dan~ premieres July 4, 2026, with a new main visual and theme songs by NOMELON NOLEMON and Aooo.
Crunchyroll Japan Net Profit Plunges 63%, Down to 453 Million Yen
Japan’s official gazette reveals that Crunchyroll’s Japanese subsidiary posted a net profit of only 453 million yen for the fiscal year ending December 2025, a 63% drop from the prior year’s 1.239 billion yen.
