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.
Volume 1 of the manga Mobile Suit Gundam: Gin’kai no Maboroshi Gravure, illustrated by Katsuragi Hiyon with story by Kansai Ryoji, went on sale on May 25.
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 film “Shin Gekijouban Gin’iro no Kami no Agito” begins its 4DX run on May 29, distributing a special illustrated booklet titled “Dai Enjou-maki” featuring newly drawn art by animation director Takeuchi Shinji, available while supplies last through June 4.
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 「寄生獣展」 (Parasyte Exhibition) reveals key visuals and announces the third goods set, including a 206-page artbook collecting original illustrations by Hitoshi Iwaaki displayed at the exhibition, along with an anime Historiae merchandise lineup.
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 book fair tied to the first-ever Kusuriya no Hitorigoto novel source exhibition is running at 47 bookstores across Tokyo and nearby areas, offering free scratch cards featuring Maomao and Jinshi illustrations with every novel volume purchase.
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.
Animate is releasing a new ONE PIECE merchandise collection featuring special line-drawing illustrations of the Straw Hat Pirates, going on sale August 8, 2026, alongside a nationwide Elbaf Arc fair.
Hanae Natsuki joins the voice cast of ZIP! anime “Uso Tantei Tomanto” as the top detective of Furuziti City, sharing his thoughts after recording.
