Doma, Shinobu & Kanao Headline New Kimetsu no Yaiba Ichiban Kuji Lottery
A new Ichiban Kuji lottery set themed around Kimetsu no Yaiba’s Upper Rank Two launches July 30, 2026, featuring MASTERLISE figures of Doma, Shinobu, and Kanao.
First-Ever PreCure Series Theater Manner Movie Announced to Celebrate "Meitantei PreCure!" Film Release
To celebrate the September 18 release of “Eiga Meitantei PreCure! Fushigi na Niwa to Futari no Himitsu,” the PreCure series debuts its very first theater manner movie featuring the Puchi Cures.
Kamen Rider Den-O Gets a Reverse-Running Watch Inspired by Sakurai Yuto's Pocket Watch — Featuring the Fateful Date 2007.01.10
Bandai Fashion Collection is taking pre-orders for a Kamen Rider Den-O wristwatch inspired by Sakurai Yuto’s mysterious pocket watch. All hands run counter-clockwise, priced at ¥16,800.
Overlord 10th Anniversary Figure: Ainz Ooal Gown Gets Majestic so-bin Ver. Statue from Union Creative
Union Creative announces the Ainz Ooal Gown 10th Anniversary so-bin ver. figure, based on a special commemorative illustration, standing 340 mm tall and priced at ¥48,950. Releases June 2027.
Crunchyroll Reveals Cast and Staff for Same-Day English Dub of Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life
Crunchyroll has announced the full English dub cast and crew for Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life, set to premiere on July 11 with a same-day dub.
Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan Drops 30-Minute "Nendo Ramen" Endurance Video to Mark Anime's 10th Anniversary
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan, a 30-minute endurance video of Nendo Riki (CV: Ono Daisuke) repeating his iconic ramen line has dropped on YouTube.
Weekly Top Articles: "Lycoris Recoil" Celebrates 4th Anniversary with New Visual
Comic Natalie’s most-read article for July 2–8, 2026 was the “Lycoris Recoil” 4th anniversary news, featuring a new visual and a live-stream event on August 9.
Anime Expo 2026 Sets New Record with 422,000 Turnstile Attendees, Announces 2027 Dates
Anime Expo 2026 celebrated its 35th anniversary by setting a new all-time attendance record of 422,000 turnstile attendees and generating over US$115 million in estimated economic impact.
Crayon Shin-chan Film "Shakunetsu no Kasukabe Dancers" Gets First TV Broadcast; Special Program Featuring Kobayashi Yumiko Announced
To celebrate the theatrical release of Crayon Shin-chan’s 33rd film, TV Asahi will air a special-edit of “Shakunetsu no Kasukabe Dancers” on free TV for the first time on July 26.
Zoro and Ace Slam Dunk in Style! ONE PIECE × NBA Collab T-Shirts — Pre-Orders Close Tomorrow (July 12)
ONE PIECE × NBA T-Shirts featuring 7 designs in 2 colors each are up for pre-order on Premium Bandai at ¥6,600. Pre-orders close July 12, 2026 at 11 PM JST.
New "Nontan" Anime Announced to Celebrate 50th Anniversary — First 3DCG Visual Revealed
A new anime adaptation of Kiyono Sachiko’s beloved picture-book series “Nontan” has been announced to mark the franchise’s 50th anniversary, with a first 3DCG visual now revealed.
Summer Anime "Grow Up Show" Episode 2 Preview: Himawari Circus Faces Existential Crisis!
The synopsis and preview images for Episode 2 of “Grow Up Show ~Himawari no Circus-dan~” have been revealed ahead of its July 11, 2026 broadcast on TOKYO MX.
Zombie Land Saga Production Committee Signs Partnership with Saga City; Live Event Announced for SAGA Arena in 2027
The Zombie Land Saga film production committee and Saga City have announced an official partnership agreement, with voice actress Hondo Kaede attending the signing ceremony as a special guest.
Summer Anime "Nanoha EXGV" Episode 2: Shiina Gets Scouted by Nanoha and Hears the "Way to Save the World" from Hayate
Preview cuts and synopsis for Episode 2 of summer anime Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance are revealed, as Shiina is scouted by Nanoha and learns the “way to save the world” from
New Character Illustrations Revealed for "Aobuta" Finale Film — Tomoe, Rio, Nodoka & Uzuki
Four new character illustrations have been unveiled for the theatrical anime “Seishun Buta Yarou wa Dear Friend no Yume wo Minai,” the concluding chapter of the Aobuta series, opening October 16, 2026
TENITOL TALL Figure of Shinjou Akane from Gridman Universe in Sports Wear Now Up for Pre-Order
FuRyu’s TENITOL figure brand reveals a ~28 cm TALL figure of Shinjou Akane from Gridman Universe in athletic wear, priced at ¥10,450 and due in March 2027.
