Manga "Shini Modori no Akuyaku Reijō" Vol. 1 Launches Today Under Overlap's Gardo Comics
Volume 1 of the manga adaptation of Rokujūshi Okazawa’s novel, drawn by Nekochazuke, goes on sale today July 20, 2026 from Overlap’s Gardo Comics label.
Seishun Buta Yarou Collaborates with Fujisawa City: Stamp Rally, Exhibition, and All-Night Screening Announced
The theatrical anime Seishun Buta Yarou wa Dear Friend no Yume wo Minai teams up with Fujisawa City, Kanagawa, for a summer event series including a digital stamp rally, art exhibition, and all-night
Special Pokémon × Kogei-ten Momiji Manju Gift Box Goes on Sale in Hiroshima — Japanese-Style Package with Gold Foil Maple Leaves
A limited-edition Pokémon × Kogei-ten momiji manju assortment has launched to mark the exhibition’s Hiroshima run, featuring a Japanese-pattern box with gold foil maple leaves and five flavors from Ni
Yowamushi Pedal Characters Get Pixel-Art Block Figures with Bikes and Large Stage Set
Five characters from Yowamushi Pedal LIMIT BREAK are getting palm-sized pixel-art block figures via a collaboration with Mitakuru Block, on sale until August 31.
Anime Film "Uchu Nanchara Kotetsu-kun" Releases Full Trailer — JAXA & National Astronomical Observatory Join as Space Cooperators, Nakagawa Shoko Performs Theme Song
The full trailer for the anime film “Uchu Nanchara Kotetsu-kun: Ukkari Detekita Uchuujin wo Sagase!” is out, with JAXA and NAOJ on board and Nakagawa Shoko singing the theme. Opens September 11, 2026.
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.
Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya FINALE Announced as TV Series for 2027, Full Cast and Staff Returning
Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya will conclude with a new TV anime series titled FINALE, set to air in 2027 with the full returning cast and staff from the previous film.
Adorable Atom Lives Again: Tetsuwan Atom Figure Collection Heads to Capsule Toy Machines in July 2026
Ken Elephant’s Tetsuwan Atom Figure Collection — four variants featuring Atom’s lively expression and glossy head and shoes — launches in capsule toy machines in mid-July 2026.
JO1's "IGNITE" Confirmed as Opening Theme for Tokyo Revengers: Santen Sensou-hen; Special Screenings Set for September
Japanese boy group JO1 will perform “IGNITE” as the opening theme for the TV anime Tokyo Revengers: Santen Sensou-hen, airing October 2026, with advance screenings planned in Tokyo and Osaka.
Blue Lock Announced as Sub-Sponsor of U-12 Junior Soccer World Challenge 2026
The Blue Lock TV anime will serve as a sub-sponsor of the U-12 Junior Soccer World Challenge 2026, offering a special “Blue Lock Award” trophy and branded goods for participating players.
Initial D Manga-Style AE86 Metal Keychain Launches with Special Display Box
CAMSHOP.JP is now taking pre-orders for a manga-style AE86 metal keychain inspired by Shuichi Shigeno’s Initial D, priced at ¥5,500 with a first run of 5,000 units.
Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Reveals Episode 3 Visual Designed by Akira Gunji
The TV anime Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL has unveiled the Episode 3 visual designed by Akira Gunji (maxilla), along with a synopsis and scene cuts ahead of its July 21 broadcast.
KyoAni Streams "Nijuseiki Denki Mokuroku -Eureka Evrika-" Episode 1 Free on YouTube Until August 20
Kyoto Animation is streaming episode 1 of “Nijuseiki Denki Mokuroku -Eureka Evrika-” for free on the KyoAni YouTube channel from July 20 to August 20, with a simultaneous watch party on July 26.
Uchū Nanchara Kotetsu-kun Film Reveals Trailer and Theme Song by Shōko Nakagawa
Kadokawa has unveiled the trailer and theme song artist for the Uchū Nanchara Kotetsu-kun film, with Shōko Nakagawa performing the theme. The film opens September 11.
Narumiya Characters Hit Ichiban Kuji with Retro-Flavored Prizes — Whole Cake Trinket Box, Mascot Charms & More
Nakamura-kun, Berie-chan, Mint-kun, and Lucky from Narumiya Characters are coming to Ichiban Kuji with nostalgic retro prizes. Launches August 8, 2026 for 730 yen per draw.
LaLa's 50th Anniversary "Flip Manga" Ad Features 34 Works Including CIPHER, Ouran Host Club, and Natsume's Book of Friends at Shinjuku Station
To celebrate LaLa magazine’s 50th anniversary, an interactive “flip manga” advertisement featuring 34 titles is on display at Tokyo Metro’s Shinjuku Station from July 20–26, 2026.
