Anime Limited, a leading distributor of Japanese animation in the United Kingdom and Europe, is expanding its reach and bringing a selection of popular anime titles to home video in the United States. Several highly anticipated releases are slated for May 2025, including Vladlove, EX-ARM, Iwakakeru! -Sport Climbing Girls-, and Woodpecker Detective’s Office.
Release Lineup
Here’s a breakdown of the anime titles coming to home video in the U.S. from Anime Limited:
Vladlove: This quirky comedy series created by Mamoru Oshii, known for his work on Ghost in the Shell, arrives on May 12, 2025. Vladlove follows Mitsugu Bamba, a high school girl who develops an unusual friendship with a vampire.
Woodpecker Detective’s Office: Also releasing on May 12, 2025, this series is available as a Collector’s Edition Blu-ray or standard edition Blu-ray. Woodpecker Detective’s Office is a historical mystery anime that follows the poet Kyosuke Kindaichi and the genius poet Hajime Ishikawa as they solve strange cases in Meiji-era Tokyo.
Iwakakeru! -Sport Climbing Girls-: Climbing its way to home video on May 19, 2025, this sports anime focuses on the competitive world of sport climbing. The series follows Konomi Kasahara, a puzzle game prodigy who discovers a passion for climbing when she enters Hanamiya Girls’ High School.
EX-ARM: Set in 2030, EX-ARM tells the story of Akira Natsume, who ends up having his brain saved and implanted into an advanced weapon. This sci-fi action anime is also slated for release on May 19, 2025 and will be available as a Collector’s Edition Blu-ray or standard edition Blu-ray.
A Destructive God Sits Next to Me: This comedic anime about a high school student with delusions of grandeur is also coming soon.
Where to Buy
These titles will be available for purchase through select retailers and online platforms in the United States. Keep an eye on Anime Limited’s official website and social media channels for more information on where to pre-order and purchase these releases.
About Anime Limited
Anime Limited is known for its high-quality releases and special edition packaging, often including bonus content such as art books, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage. With these upcoming releases, U.S. anime fans can look forward to adding some exciting new titles to their collections.
