Toei Animation has announced a new anime film based on Leiji Matsumoto’s Galaxy Express 999, with veteran director Rintarō — who helmed the original 1979 film — crafting the new story.
New manga “Keiken-chi 10-Man Bai de Chouetsu-kyū Hunter ni Natta” launched on LINE Manga on July 25, following an F-Class hunter unexpectedly chosen to travel back 20 years and stop a demonic invasion
Chainsaw Man The Stage: Reze Arc officially opened at Ginga Gekijō in Tokyo on July 25, 2026, with stage photos from the public dress rehearsal and comments from the full cast now released.
Twin Engine has released a new promo video for The Ribbon Hero, its anime film based on Osamu Tezuka’s Princess Knight manga, highlighting the bond between Sapphire and Pine.
Lottery registration is now open for the METAL STRUCTURE Kaitai Shoki RX-93 Nu Gundam Fin Funnel Equipment, priced at ¥165,000 with a September 2026 shipping window.
A new merchandise lineup for Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu spotlights Yamada Anna in multiple looks, including room wear, muffler, sweater, and idol outfits. Releasing September 25, 2026.
Crayon Shin-chan teams up with LOWRYS FARM again for an upgraded “Transform!” collab featuring 11 original-art items, on sale from July 24, 2026.
Shobido has launched a new Chiikawa collection featuring four embroidered Boston bags and three limited-edition hair care items, available now across Japan.
The final cour of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War, subtitled “The Conflict,” premiered July 25. Voice actress Yukino Satsuki, live-action star Fukushi Sota, and musical actor Kihara Rui share their th
Blue Lock teams up with Sunshine City Prince Hotel for a fourth collaboration event running Aug 29 – Nov 28, 2026, themed around “A Striker’s Rest” with brand-new character illustrations.
Hobby Sakura has announced a 1/7 scale complete figure of Eris Boreas Greyrat from Mushoku Tensei III, featuring a dynamic sword-wielding pose. Priced at ¥30,800, it ships April 2027.
The synopsis and preview cuts for Meitantei Precure! episode 26, “Cure Éclair’s Revival!”, have been revealed ahead of its July 26, 2026 broadcast on ABC TV and the TV Asahi network.
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.
TV anime Ranma 1/2 Season 3 premieres on Nippon TV on October 3, 2026, with five new cast members announced — including Nozawa Masako and Fukuyama Jun.
A Yomi no Tsugai wafer candy set featuring 26 metallic collectible cards — including 11 holo-foil anime-original illustrations — goes on sale in Japan from November 2026 for ¥176.
Premium Bandai is now accepting pre-orders for a mascot pouch shaped like the face of Iron Mask (Carozzo Rona) from Mobile Suit Gundam F91, priced at ¥3,300 and shipping in November 2026.
