PuniRunes Puni 4: New Characters Revealed in Season 4 Promo Video
Takara Tomy’s PuniRunes anime unveils a promo video for its fourth season, PuniRunes Puni 4, alongside new characters Sanrun and Tsukurun voiced by comedy duo Ganbareruya.
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend Film Reveals Second Trailer and Theme Song
The official site for the Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend anime film has dropped a second full trailer, new key visual, and theme song details ahead of its October 16 Japan release.
Music Ray'n Suspends Voice Actress Moka Hinata's Activities Until End of 2026 Over Trust-Damaging Conduct
Talent agency Music Ray’n has suspended all activities of voice actress Moka Hinata through December 2026, citing conduct that “severely damaged trust” with parties involved.
Arcanadea TV Anime Unveils Teaser Video, Additional Cast, and January 2027 Premiere
Kotobukiya’s Arcanadea bishōjo model franchise is getting a TV anime directed by Keiichirō Kawaguchi, set to premiere in January 2027 on TV Asahi and 24 stations across Japan.
Aniplex to Publish Fate/Extra Record; Director Kazuya Nino Departs Type-Moon Studio BB
Aniplex has taken over as publisher for Fate/Extra Record, launching a new website and X account. Director Kazuya Nino has simultaneously left Type-Moon studio BB for personal and health reasons.
TV Anime "The Strongest Man, Born From Misfortune" Unveils Promo Video and Two New Characters
The TV anime adaptation of Fukufuku’s light novel “The Strongest Man, Born From Misfortune” has revealed two characters and a promo video, with Shōya Chiba starring and performing the image song “Luck
Week 2 Bonus for "Madoka Magica: Walpurgis no Kaiten" Revealed — Mini Shikishi Featuring Homura, Kyoko, Zhu Xiao-Long & Tart
The theatrical Madoka Magica film announces its second-week visitor bonus: randomly distributed mini shikishi drawn by Aoki Ume, available September 5–11.
FX Senshi Kurumi-chan Reveals Main PV and Opening Theme Song, Premieres October 1
TV anime FX Senshi Kurumi-chan has set its premiere date for October 1, 2026, unveiling a main PV that includes the first look at the opening theme sung by Aina Suzuki.
FX Senshi Kurumi-chan TV Anime Unveils Main Promo Video, Premieres October 1
Kadokawa has released the main promotional video for the FX Senshi Kurumi-chan TV anime, confirming an October 1 premiere date alongside additional cast and staff details.
Ikkado Ito's The Long Summer of August 31 Manga Gets TV Anime by SHAFT and Live-Action Series
Ikkado Ito’s time-loop manga The Long Summer of August 31 is getting a TV anime adaptation by SHAFT and a live-action series, with an ultra teaser visual now revealed.
My Happy Marriage Anime Special to Air All 3 Episodes on October 25
Kadokawa has confirmed that all three episodes of the My Happy Marriage anime special will air on TV Tokyo on October 25, with Netflix streaming to follow the same day.
Director and Screenwriter Izuru Narushima Passes Away at 65
Award-winning Japanese director and screenwriter Izuru Narushima, known for Rebirth and The Boy Who Saw the Wind, has died of lung cancer at age 65.
Baki Gaiden: Retsu Kaioh Isekai Spinoff Manga Gets TV Anime Adaptation
TMS Anime has announced a TV anime adaptation of Baki Gaiden: Retsu Kaioh wa Isekai Tensei Shitemo Ikkō ni Kamawan, the Baki spinoff manga with over 2 million copies in circulation.
Kōki Inō Replaces Ayumu Murase as Kanon Himeno in The Idolm@ster SideM
Bandai Namco Entertainment announces Kōki Inō as the new voice of Kanon Himeno in The Idolm@ster SideM franchise, replacing Ayumu Murase following his graduation from the role.
Maria Holic Gets Sequel Manga After 12 Years, Launching in Monthly Comic Alive on August 27
Minari Endo has announced a sequel manga series, Maria Holic: Sono Ato no 12-kagetsu no Ohanashi, set one year after the original, launching in Kadokawa’s Monthly Comic Alive on August 27.
Koi Ruby Season 2 Reveals Main Visual: Hiro and Natsuo Move In Together, Advance Screening Event Announced
Live-action drama Koi Ruby no Tadashii Furikata Season 2 unveils its main visual and story details, with Hiro and Natsuo cohabiting. Premieres on TOKYO MX from October 29.
