Chibi Maruko-chan Airs 5-Week Summer Horror Special Starting August 2
The TV anime Chibi Maruko-chan will broadcast its annual summer spooky special “Maruko’s Evening Cool-Down” across five consecutive weeks from August 2 to 30.
Crayon Shin-chan Airs "Nanka Yokai? Special!" on August 1 with a Sneak Peek at the New Movie
To celebrate the theatrical release of Crayon Shin-chan’s 33rd film, the TV anime will air a yokai-themed special on August 1, including a preview of movie footage.
8 Years in the Making: "SOUND THEATRE × Natsume's Book of Friends" Night Show Report — Kamiya, Ono, Inoue Shine in Japanese Costume
After an eight-year hiatus, “SOUND THEATRE × Natsume’s Book of Friends – Natsugasumi” returned to Tokyo International Forum Hall A on 18 July 2026. Here’s our full night-show report.
Chiikawa Anime's 120 Episodes Stream Free on TVer to Celebrate Movie Release
To mark the theatrical debut of “Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island,” TVer is streaming all 120 episodes of the Chiikawa anime for free from July 24 to August 23, 2026.
Hanazawa Kana Attends "Odekake Kozame Ten" Press Event — Exclusive Voice Recordings and Giant Fluffy Panel Revealed
Voice actress Hanazawa Kana, who plays Kozame-chan in the anime Odekake Kozame, attended the press event for the “Odekake Kozame Ten” exhibition at Matsuya Ginza.
Maebashi Witches Teams Up with Gunma Hot Spring Spa for Second Collab, Featuring Summer Parfaits and Character Baths
TV anime Maebashi Witches launches its second collaboration with Tennen Onsen Yunakurabu Ota in Gunma, running until August 31 with exclusive menus, merchandise, and character-themed baths.
My Hero Academia Anime 10th Anniversary Exhibition "OUR HERO" Announced — New Key Visual and Visitor Gifts Revealed
The “My Hero Academia TV Anime 10th Anniversary Exhibition: OUR HERO” is set for Tokyo in January 2027 and Osaka in March 2027, with new key visuals and exclusive visitor gifts now revealed.
Milky☆Subway School Uniform Goods: Online Lottery Items Now Available via EC Pre-Order
Limited illustration goods from the Ginga Tokkyu Milky☆Subway online lottery are now open for EC pre-orders, running July 13 to August 21, 2026.
The Eminence in Shadow Online Lottery Round 2 Launches July 21, 2026 — Featuring Stunning Original Artwork Goods
The Eminence in Shadow Online Lottery Round 2 opens on Kuji-biki-do from July 21, 2026, offering premium prizes featuring gorgeous original illustrations by series artist Touzai.
First-Ever Chiikawa Character Encyclopedia "Anime Chiikawa Himitsu Zukan" Goes on Sale Today
The first official character encyclopedia for the anime Chiikawa, titled “Anime Chiikawa Himitsu Zukan,” is now on sale, packed with character profiles, food, and world lore.
New Clip from "Shin Gekijouban☆Keroro Gunsou" Reveals Kururu and Aruru's Shared Past
A new clip from “Shin Gekijouban☆Keroro Gunsou” uncovers the history between genius inventor Kururu and villain Aruru, plus a new round of theater admission bonuses.
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.
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.
Poll: What's Your Favourite Crayon Shin-chan Movie? Voting Closes July 17
To celebrate the release of Crayon Shin-chan: Kiki Kaikei! Ora no Youkai Bake-shon on July 31, Anime! Anime! is polling readers on their all-time favourite film in the series.
"Saishu Gakusho Hibike! Euphonium" Part 1 Gets Dolby Cinema Release on August 14 with Bonus Redistribution
The first part of theatrical anime “Saishu Gakusho Hibike! Euphonium” gets a Dolby Cinema release across 8 Japanese theaters on August 14, with bonus audio drama cards and special events.
My Hero Academia 10th Anniversary Exhibition "OUR HERO" Reveals Second Key Visual and Life-Size Figure Plans
The My Hero Academia TV anime 10th anniversary exhibition “OUR HERO” has unveiled its second key visual, adding four new characters, and confirmed production of life-size figures.
