Mechanical Designer Katsushi Murakami Passes Away at 83
Katsushi Murakami, the mechanical designer behind the iconic Chogokin toy line and numerous classic anime series, has passed away at the age of 83.
Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun Season 2 Gets Limited Theatrical Run in Japan from September 2026
Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun will screen in cinemas across Japan in two parts starting September 18, 2026, ahead of the theatrical film opening October 23.
TOKYO MX to Air "Yes! PreCure 5" Movie and Special "Meitantei PreCure" Program on August 9
TOKYO MX will broadcast the 2007 theatrical film “Yes! PreCure 5: Kagami no Kuni no Miracle Daibouken!” on August 9 at 7 PM, followed by a special program covering the Meitantei PreCure event in Ikebu
Uchiyama Yumi Joins "Seitokai ni mo Ana wa Aru!" as Hiratsuka Toshimi, Completing the Main Cast
Voice actress Uchiyama Yumi is cast as homeroom teacher and year head Hiratsuka Toshimi in TV anime “Seitokai ni mo Ana wa Aru!”, completing the six-member main cast ahead of its October 2026 premiere
Keihan Train × Hibike! Euphonium 2026 Autumn Collab Launches September 1 — New Art Features Asuka, Natsuki, Yuko and More
The “Keihan Train × Hibike! Euphonium 2026 Autumn” collaboration runs September 1–December 20, 2026, featuring new character art, a wrapped train, collab cafés, and more across the Keihan line.
Doraemon x graniph Collaboration Drops 20 Items Featuring Secret Gadgets and Iconic Scenes
graniph teams up with Doraemon for a 20-item collection launching August 11, 2026, featuring secret gadgets, embroidered scenes, and the beloved reunion moment.
Behind the Sayonara Lara OP: Hunting Down Cel Animation Equipment — and Fixing It Before Filming
A nine-minute making-of video reveals the painstaking effort behind the Sayonara Lara opening, from tracking down working cel-animation gear to director Koide Takushi’s creative vision.
Sega Lucky Kuji Online Launches "Honzuki no Gekokujou: Ryoushu no Youjo" Collection with Deformed Artwork Goods
Sega Lucky Kuji Online has announced a new prize lottery collection for Honzuki no Gekokujou: Ryoushu no Youjo, featuring six prize tiers with original deformed-style artwork. Sales run until October
PuniRunes Puni 4 Anime Season Set to Premiere on October 4
The fourth season of the PuniRunes Puni anime, based on Takara Tomy’s toyline, is set to premiere on October 4 at 9:15 a.m. JST, with the story taking place at “Puni School.”
Oshi no Ko's Ai, Aqua & Ruby Team Up with Map Design GALLERY for 47-Prefecture Pin Badge Collection
Characters from Oshi no Ko join Map Design GALLERY for a nationwide collaboration featuring pin badges, acrylic magnets, and tote bags spanning all 47 Japanese prefectures.
DIGIMON BEATBREAK: Cast Looks Back on the Kyou Arc and Reveals Final Chapter Title Ahead of Episode 42
A special screening and talk event for DIGIMON BEATBREAK was held in Tokyo on August 8, where voice actors Azakami Yohei and Hamano Daiki reflected on the Kyou Arc and unveiled the final chapter title
DIGIMON BEATBREAK Reveals Final Chapter "Asuka Hen" Visual as Story Enters Its Climax
TV anime DIGIMON BEATBREAK enters its final chapter “Asuka Hen” from episode 42 on August 9, unveiling a new key visual and a special anime MV recapping the series so far.
Shin-chan Gets Intellectual! Zoff Eyewear Launches First-Ever Crayon Shin-chan Collaboration
Zoff eyewear teams up with Crayon Shin-chan for their first-ever collaboration, launching three exclusive eyewear models and special goods including a Chocobi-shaped glasses case. Pre-orders open 5 Au
Anime "Punirunes Puni 4" Set to Premiere on October 4, New Main Visual Unites All Punirunes Characters
The fourth season of TV anime Punirunes has been officially dated for October 4, 2026, with a new main visual showcasing every Punirunes character gathered together.
Magical★Explorer Anime Reveals Character Visual for Ryudi
The TV anime Magical★Explorer has unveiled a character visual for Ryudi, one of the main heroines, voiced by Kakuma Ai. The series premieres in October 2026.
Voice Actress Endo Rina from "Love Live!" to Release Debut Photobook on October 6, 2026 — 2-Shot Photo & Signing Events Announced
Love Live! BLUEBIRD voice actress Endo Rina announces her debut photobook, shot in Okinawa, releasing October 6, 2026, with exclusive fan events including a 2-shot photo session and signing events.
