Author: AnimeNEET

San Francisco-based publisher Last Gasp has acquired the license to Suehiro Maruo’s manga adaptation of Edogawa Rampo’s chilling 1929 short story, The Caterpillar, slated for release in both hardcover and paperback editions in 2026. This marks another addition to Last Gasp’s catalog of distinctive and often provocative works, further cementing their commitment to underground and counterculture art. Bringing The Caterpillar to Western Audiences The forthcoming release will introduce Maruo’s unique artistic vision to a broader English-speaking readership. The Caterpillar manga, originally serialized in Enterbrain’s Comic Beam magazine from May to August 2009, was compiled into a single volume in October…

The female characters of Eiichiro Oda’s globally popular One Piece franchise are set to take center stage with the official announcement of an anime adaptation for the One Piece: Heroines novel series. The news, a highlight of ONE PIECE DAY ’25, was revealed during the Egghead Saga Voice Actors Special Stage Event, exciting fans eager for more adventures featuring the prominent women of the One Piece world. Diving into the Heroines’ Tales The One Piece: Heroines novels offer a collection of standalone short stories, diverging from the main narrative to explore the lives and unique adventures of various prominent female…

The critically acclaimed anime film, “The Birth of Kitaro: The Mystery of GeGeGe” (Kitaro Tanjou: GeGeGe no Nazo), is set to receive a stage play adaptation in early 2026, with performances scheduled across Japan. This announcement, made via the play’s official website and X (formerly Twitter) accounts, has generated considerable excitement among fans of the GeGeGe no Kitaro franchise. The upcoming stage production will feature Hiroki Suzuki as Kitaro’s father and Ryota Murai as Mizuki, reprising the central duo from the film. A Cinematic Prequel Comes to Life “The Birth of Kitaro: The Mystery of GeGeGe” film, which premiered in…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Sai Naekawa’s manga, This Monster Wants to Eat Me (also known as Watashi o Tabetai, Hito de nashi or Kono Kaibutsu ga Ore wo Tabeta), is officially slated to premiere on October 2, 2025. The announcement was accompanied by the release of a main trailer that not only showcased the upcoming series but also offered a preview of its opening theme song. Broadcast Details and Global Streaming The dark yuri story will begin its television broadcast on AT-X on October 2 at 10:30 p.m. JST, with subsequent airings on Tokyo MX, Sun TV, and…

Digital manga subscription service Azuki announced at its Otakon 2025 panel on Saturday that it has added four new manga series to its catalog, including ALTERNATIVE[SELF LINER NOTE] and BONDS. The additions stem from new partnerships with indie publishers Manga Mavericks Books and Star Fruit Books, making the titles available immediately via Azuki’s iOS, Android, and web applications. New Offerings from Manga Mavericks Books The collaboration with Manga Mavericks Books brings three new series to Azuki, expanding the platform’s diverse range of titles. These series delve into themes ranging from musical introspection to a reimagined classic journey and a humorous…

Discotek Media, a prominent licensor of Japanese animation and live-action films, announced a significant wave of new acquisitions at their Industry Extravaganza panel during Otakon 2025. Headlining the reveals are the highly anticipated licensing of the complete Monster anime series, Shin Aim for the Ace!, and the beloved mecha series Zegapain, alongside a diverse array of other titles spanning classic anime, tokusatsu, and live-action cinema. Headline Licenses Lead the Charge The announcements at Otakon 2025 showcased Discotek’s continued commitment to bringing both iconic and niche titles to Western audiences. Fans can anticipate comprehensive releases for several long-requested series. Monster Among…

AnimEigo, a prominent licensor and distributor of anime and Japanese cinema, has revealed plans to release the anime titles Hotori: Simply Wishing for Hope and Alien Nine on Blu-ray in North America. Both titles are anticipated for a 2026 release under AnimEigo’s “Ruined Childhood” imprint. The announcement was made during AnimEigo’s industry panel at Otakon 2025. Hotori: Simply Wishing for Hope Makes North American Debut The upcoming release of Hotori: Simply Wishing for Hope marks its first home video availability in North America. This television special, produced by Sunrise and directed by Takashi Anno, originally aired in August 2005 and…

One Piece Episode 1138, titled “Thank You, Dad – Bonney and Kuma’s Warm Embrace,” officially premiered on August 3, 2025. The highly anticipated installment continues the intense events on Egghead Island, focusing on the immediate aftermath of Bartholomew Kuma’s impactful actions and his emotional reunion with his adoptive daughter, Jewelry Bonney. Fans can stream the episode on Crunchyroll, with Netflix typically making it available a week later. A Pivotal Moment in the Egghead Arc Episode 1138 delves deeper into the unfolding chaos on Egghead Island, following directly from Episode 1137, which was titled “I’m Sorry, Dad – Bonney’s Tears and…

As of the current reporting, the official television viewership rankings for Japanese animation for the week of July 28 to August 3, 2025, have not yet been publicly released by Video Research, the primary source for such data in Japan’s Kanto region. These rankings are typically compiled and published with a slight delay. However, a look at the previous week’s performance (July 21-27, 2025) provides insight into the consistently strong contenders in the Japanese TV anime landscape. Additionally, early summer 2025 streaming trends offer a glimpse into broader audience engagement beyond traditional broadcast figures. Top Anime on Japanese Television (July…

Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra continued its narrative with Episode 5, titled “It’s the Monster You’ve Been Looking for,” which aired on August 3, 2025. The episode prominently featured Atou’s decisive confrontation with Qualia’s forces, marking a significant turn in Mynoghra’s path toward world conquest. Atou’s Overwhelming Victory Against Qualia Picking up directly from the cliffhanger of Episode 4, “It’s the Monster You’ve Been Looking for” centered on Atou’s intense battle against Qualia’s paladins, Verdel and Lornius. Despite Verdel’s attempts to notify Qualia of Atou’s destructive presence, Atou swiftly neutralized their messengers, isolating the paladins. The fight showcased Atou’s formidable power and…

In the thrilling Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE arc, Episode 17, titled “Sickening Yet Beautiful,” plunges Senku Ishigami and his intrepid Kingdom of Science deeper into the treacherous Amazon rainforest, pushing their ingenuity and resilience to their limits. This installment, released on August 7, 2025, amplifies the high stakes of their mission to uncover the origins of the petrification phenomenon, balancing perilous escapes with vital scientific breakthroughs. The Perilous Journey Through the Andes Picking up from previous events, Senku’s team finds themselves in a desperate race against time and their relentless pursuer, Stanley. To evade Stanley’s aerial pursuit and navigate the…

Manga creator Tsukasa Hazumi has officially launched a new series titled With U ~Katawara ni Kasuka ni Hisomu Mono~ (With U ~Something Lurks Faintly Nearby~). The new “occult horror” manga debuted on Mag Garden’s Mag Comi website on Friday, with its first two chapters immediately available to readers. Delving into the Supernatural with “With U” The story of With U introduces readers to Susumu Sakane, a young boy who finds himself thrust into a world of supernatural phenomena when he is attacked by a mysterious creature during a shrine visit with a friend. His perilous encounter leads to his rescue…

The 60th chapter of Daiju Yanauchi’s high school rugby manga, One For All, announced on Thursday that the series will conclude in just two more chapters. This marks the imminent end for the sports drama that began serialization in late 2023. The Rugby Journey of One For All Nears its End One For All centers on Arashi, a passionate first-year high school student who gained admission through a rugby scholarship. Calling himself “the man who stirs up a storm,” Arashi’s journey revolves around uniting a diverse group of “peculiar problem children” to form a high school rugby team. Their ultimate…

Fans of The Rising of the Shield Hero can rejoice as Season 4 is officially underway, with new episodes dropping weekly. For those eagerly anticipating the continuation of Naofumi Iwatani’s journey, the fifth episode of The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 has already premiered, offering the latest developments in the Shield Hero’s adventure. The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4: Episode 5 Now Available The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4, Episode 5, titled “White Tiger” (白虎), was released on August 6, 2025. Viewers in North America can typically catch new episodes on Crunchyroll every Wednesday…

Despite ongoing anticipation among fans, Crunchyroll has not yet made an official announcement regarding the streaming of Kakuriyo -Bed & Breakfast for Spirits- Season 2. While discussions and listings for a second season have appeared, a concrete streaming date or platform confirmation from Crunchyroll remains unreleased at this time. The Long Wait for “Kakuriyo” Fans Fans of the supernatural food-fantasy anime have been eagerly awaiting news of a continuation. The first season of Kakuriyo -Bed & Breakfast for Spirits- (also known as Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi) premiered in April 2018, with animation produced by GONZO. The series captivated audiences with its…

Fans of the supernatural action-comedy DAN DA DAN have eagerly followed its anime adaptation, and the second season has been a highly anticipated continuation of Momo Ayase and Ken “Okarun” Takakura’s bizarre adventures. As the series progresses through its second installment, viewers are keen to know about the latest developments, including the release of DAN DA DAN Season 2, Episode 18. When Did DAN DA DAN Season 2, Episode 18 Release? DAN DA DAN Season 2, Episode 18 was released on August 7, 2025. This episode is part of the ongoing second season which commenced in July 2025. New episodes…

Montreal, QC – The anime feature “Mononoke The Movie: Chapter II – The Ashes of Rage” has garnered critical acclaim, taking home the Bronze Audience Award for Best Animated Feature at the 29th Fantasia International Film Festival, which concluded on August 3 in Montreal. This marks the second consecutive year a film from the “Mononoke” franchise has been recognized at North America’s largest genre film festival. A Continued Legacy of Excellence “Mononoke The Movie: Chapter II – The Ashes of Rage,” also known as “Mononoke the Movie: The Ashes of Rage,” earned its accolade based on popular vote from festival…

The upcoming “light anime” adaptation of Akira Iwafune’s novel series Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru (Potions Will Save Me) has officially revealed its main cast. The announcement confirms Kaede Hondo in the leading role of Kaede and Takeo Ōtsuka as Asuru, a dragon hunter. The series is slated to premiere on television in October. Main Cast Revealed The primary voice actors bringing the fantastical world of Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru to life have been announced by Animation ID, the production label behind the series. Kaede Hondo as Kaede: Hondo will voice the protagonist, a normal high school girl who…

Fans of the long-running mystery anime Detective Conan are in for a treat, as a second wave of specially curated episodes, featuring a brand-new English dub, is set to hit Netflix and Crunchyroll on August 21. This new batch continues the “Conan vs. The Black Organization” selection, including episodes previously unavailable in the U.S. Expanding Detective Conan’s Reach TMS Entertainment announced that these additional episodes will stream in both Japanese with English subtitles and with a new English dub, marking a significant push to expand the series’ accessibility to international audiences. This follows the initial release of the first batch…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Kazune Kawahara’s romance manga, A Star Brighter Than the Sun (Taiyō Yori mo Mabushii Hoshi), has officially revealed its premiere date of October 2, 2025, alongside additional cast members and its first promotional video. The new details were unveiled on Friday via the anime’s official website, which also confirmed the opening theme song artist and a fresh visual. Cast Shines with New Additions Minori Fujidera and Yūki Ono were previously announced as the main voice cast, portraying the lead characters Sae Iwata and Kōki Kamishiro, respectively. Sae Iwata is described as a cheerful and…