Get ready, anime and manga fans! April 20-26, 2025, is shaping up to be an exciting week for North American releases. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the highly anticipated titles hitting shelves and streaming platforms.
Anime Releases
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc: Prepare to witness the next chapter in Tanjiro’s journey as he and his comrades undergo intense training with the Hashira. This arc promises thrilling battles, emotional moments, and a deeper dive into the world of Demon Slayers.
- Armed Girl’s Machiavellism: This anime offers a unique blend of action and school life. Follow Fudo Nomura as he navigates a school ruled by armed female students, challenging the status quo and fighting for his own sense of justice.
Manga Releases
- Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi’s Heavy-Drinking Diary: Dive into the hilarious and chaotic life of Kikuri Hiroi from “Bocchi the Rock!” This side story offers a glimpse into her boozy escapades and the quirky characters she encounters.
- Spy Classroom 2nd Period: Daughter Dearest: Continue the thrilling adventures of the spy trainees in “Spy Classroom.” This volume delves into their personal lives and relationships as they face new challenges and uncover hidden secrets.
VIZ Media’s April 2025 Manga Releases
VIZ Media has a packed schedule of manga releases for April 2025, including new volumes of continuing series and exciting debuts. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:
Returning Favorites:
- Dandadan, Vol. 12: Get ready for more supernatural battles and bizarre encounters in this action-packed series.
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu Academy, Vol. 5: Enjoy a comedic take on the “Demon Slayer” universe with this spin-off series.
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Shining Diamond’s Demonic Heartbreak, Vol. 3: Continue the thrilling adventure in this installment of the “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” series.
- Marriage Toxin, Vol. 6: Dive deeper into the complex relationship between the main characters in this intriguing series.
- Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 19: Witness the epic conclusion of this historical crime thriller.
- Otaku Vampire’s Love Bite, Vol. 3: Follow the romantic escapades of an otaku vampire in this charming series.
- Rainbow Days, Vol. 15: Experience the heartwarming stories of friendship and romance in this beloved series.
- Tamon’s B-Side, Vol. 7: Get to know the lesser-known side of Tamon in this engaging series.
- Akane-banashi, Vol. 11: Continue the captivating tale of Akane in this compelling series.
- Beyblade X, Vol. 2: Witness the exciting battles and rivalries in this high-octane series.
- Case Closed, Vol. 94: Solve more mysteries with Conan Edogawa in this long-running series.
- Destroy All Humans. They Can’t Be Regenerated. A Magic: The Gathering Manga, Vol. 3: Experience a unique crossover between “Destroy All Humans” and “Magic: The Gathering” in this action-packed manga.
- Disney Twisted-Wonderland: The Manga – Book of Savanaclaw, Vol. 1: Delve into the world of “Disney Twisted-Wonderland” with this manga adaptation.
- I Wanna Do Bad Things with You, Vol. 5: Continue the steamy romance in this alluring series.
- Kaiju No. 8: B-Side, Vol. 1: Explore the world of “Kaiju No. 8” from a different perspective in this spin-off series.
- Pokémon: Sword & Shield, Vol. 12: Join the adventure with new Pokémon and exciting challenges in this installment of the “Pokémon” manga.
- Splatoon 3: Splatlands, Vol. 4: Experience the colorful and chaotic world of “Splatoon 3” in this manga adaptation.
- Star Wars: The High Republic: The Edge of Balance—Premonition: Explore a new era in the “Star Wars” universe with this manga series.
- Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc., Vol. 7: Follow the adventures of magical girls in the corporate world in this unique series.
- Mission: Yozakura Family, Vol. 16: Continue the thrilling mission with the Yozakura family in this action-packed series.
- Rainbows After Storms, Vol. 3: Experience heartwarming stories of resilience and hope in this touching series.
- Record of Ragnarok, Vol. 14: Witness epic battles between gods and humans in this intense series.
- Red River (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 3: Dive into a historical romance in this beautifully illustrated series.
- Snowball Earth, Vol. 5: Explore a post-apocalyptic world in this thrilling series.
- Steel of the Celestial Shadows, Vol. 6: Continue the action-packed adventure in this captivating series.
- Tokyo Alien Bros., Vol. 2: Follow the lives of alien brothers as they navigate life on Earth in this quirky series.
- Undead Unluck, Vol. 19: Experience the unique and thrilling world of “Undead Unluck” in this exciting series.
- Vagabond Definitive Edition, Vol. 2: Immerse yourself in the epic tale of Musashi Miyamoto in this beautifully presented edition.
- Boy’s Abyss, Vol. 9: Delve into the dark and complex themes of this thought-provoking series.
New Series Debuts:
- Pink Candy Kiss, Vol. 1: This manga tells the story of Ami Uozumi, who reconnects with a middle school friend after 20 years and confronts complicated feelings of love and friendship in a slow-burn yuri romance.
- The Climber, Vol. 1: Follow Buntaro Mori’s journey as he becomes obsessed with solo climbing in this sports manga.
- Martial Master Asumi, Vol. 1: (Digital Only)
Activity Book:
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: The Official Coloring Book 3: Unleash your creativity with this coloring book featuring characters and scenes from “Demon Slayer.”
Other Notable Manga Releases
- One Piece: Heroines, Vol. 1: A collection of short stories highlighting days in the lives of the girls of the hit long-running manga.
Final Volumes
Several series are also reaching their conclusion in April:
- Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 19
- Splatoon 3: Splatlands, Vol. 4
- Martial Master Asumi, Vol. 3
Where to Buy
You can find these anime and manga releases at major retailers like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Rightstufanime, as well as local comic book stores and online retailers. Digital versions are also available for many titles through platforms like Kindle, ComiXology, and VIZ’s website.
Don’t Miss Out!
Mark your calendars and get ready to dive into these exciting anime and manga releases during the week of April 20-26, 2025. Whether you’re a fan of action, romance, comedy, or something in between, there’s sure to be something for you to enjoy!
