Actor and Narrator Leo Morimoto Passes Away at 83
Leo Morimoto, veteran Japanese actor and narrator known for Royal Space Force and Thomas & Friends, died suddenly on September 4 from unknown causes. He was 83.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters All 224 Episodes Free on ABEMA from September 13, 2026 — Plus a Non-Stop "Next Episode Preview" Special
ABEMA will stream all 224 episodes of Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters for free from September 13–26, 2026, followed by a non-stop special featuring every “next episode” preview back-to-back.
Bocchi the Rock! Kita Ikuyo Maid Outfit Figure Announced by DIG, Includes Exclusive "Kitarn" Face Part
DIG announces a DIGSTA figure of Kita Ikuyo from Bocchi the Rock! in a maid outfit, standing 185 mm tall, with an exclusive “Kitarn” replacement face part for online store orders. Releasing February 2
Haikyuu!! Launches Adorable New Goods Series Featuring Hinata, Kageyama, Tsukishima, Kenma & Kuroo
A new Haikyuu!! goods series featuring five fan-favourite characters is now available for pre-order on the 粧美堂ONLINE STORE from September 10, 2026.
Chibi Maruko-chan Teams Up with Shinagawa Prince Hotel for "Chibi Maruko-chan Fan Tian" — Themed Room and Chinese Cuisine Menu
To mark the 40th anniversary of the Chibi Maruko-chan manga, Shinagawa Prince Hotel is launching a special collaboration featuring a Chinoiserie-themed room and exclusive Chinese food menus from Octob
Opanchu Usagi "CANDY PANICHU!" POP UP SHOP Returns to LaLaport Ebina This September
The candy-factory-themed Opanchu Usagi POP UP SHOP “CANDY PANICHU!” makes its return at LaLaport Ebina from September 14–25, 2026, with exclusive merch and a costume event.
Two New Trailers Revealed for "Eiga Meitantei Precure!" Featuring Kimiпри♪ and Wonderful Precure!
Two new trailers and a fresh still have been unveiled for Eiga Meitantei Precure! Fushigi na Niwa to Futari no Himitsu, opening in Japan on 18 September 2026.
WIND BREAKER x Gokurakuyu · RAKU SPA Collab Announced for October 2026 with Themed Baths, Menus & Exclusive Goods
TV anime WIND BREAKER teams up with Japanese bathhouse chain Gokurakuyu · RAKU SPA for a special collaboration campaign running October 1–20, 2026, featuring exclusive goods, themed baths, and origina
Main Cast Announced for "Koise yo Mayakashi Tenshi-domo" Anime — Nao Kojika and Taito Ban Lead the Lineup
MAPPA’s anime adaptation of “Koise yo Mayakashi Tenshi-domo” has revealed its main cast: Nao Kojika as Katsura Otogi and Taito Ban as Ninomae Toki, with a 2027 broadcast date.
Attack on Titan x ISAMI: Colossal Titan & Beast Titan Sportswear, Boxing Gloves, and "Dedicate Your Heart" Jiu-Jitsu Gi Revealed
Japanese martial arts brand ISAMI launches an 8-model Attack on Titan collection featuring Colossal and Beast Titan sportswear, boxing gloves, and three themed jiu-jitsu gis.
Lupin's Iconic Ice-Blue Car Gets a 1/20 Scale Model — "LUPIN THE GALLERY" 55th Anniversary Limited Model Announced
LUPIN THE GALLERY Vol. 4 arrives as a 55th Anniversary Limited Model, featuring Lupin’s ice-blue car from PART1’s finale at ~1/20 scale, with Lupin and Jigen figures included. Priced at ¥16,500.
September 13 "Fist of the North Star Day" Celebrated with Cast Talk Show and Season 2 Creative Movie
September 13 marks “Fist of the North Star Day,” celebrated this year with a cast talk show streamed on YouTube and a Season 2 Creative Movie revealing behind-the-scenes production footage.
Star Detective Precure! Film Reveals Two New Trailers Featuring Crossover With You and Idol Precure♪ and Wonderful Precure!
Two new trailers and a still for Eiga Meitantei Precure! have been unveiled, showcasing a three-series Precure crossover and new original characters voiced by Akari Kitō and Nobunaga Shimazaki. Opens
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All Nine Pillars Assemble! Fan Reactions to Demon Slayer Episode 23 "Pillar Meeting" Rebroadcast [Spoilers]
Fan reactions to the Demon Slayer rebroadcast of Episode 23 “Pillar Meeting,” aired September 13, 2026 — featuring all nine Pillars assembled and a heartwarming reunion of the Kamaboko trio.
Berserk "Ichiban Kuji: Destiny's Dual Poles" Reveals Stunning Prize Lineup — MASTERLISE Figures, Replica Art, and More
Guts and Zodd from Berserk headline Ichiban Kuji: Destiny’s Dual Poles, featuring MASTERLISE figures, replica artwork, and more. Launches in Japan on September 25, 2026, at ¥850 per pull.
Tempal ~The Power of Items~ Reveals 3rd PV, Key Visual, and New Cast: Murata Yuki and Hirayama Yurika Join
TV anime Tempal ~The Power of Items~ unveils its third PV and key visual, adds Murata Yuki as Aileen and Hirayama Yurika as Isabel, and reveals ending theme “Ray of Emotion” by virtual singer Douou.
