Author: AnimeNEET

Carlo Zen, the author best known for the dark fantasy series “Saga of Tanya the Evil,” has launched a new manga series. Fans of Zen’s work can anticipate a similarly unique and compelling premise in this new project. Who is Carlo Zen? Carlo Zen is a Japanese author who gained significant recognition for writing the light novel series “Saga of Tanya the Evil” (幼女戦記, Yōjo Senki). The light novel series began its online serialization in 2010 on the user-generated novel publishing website Arcadia before Enterbrain acquired it in October 2013. Zen’s “Saga of Tanya the Evil” is a dark fantasy…

The Tokyo-based Shinsei Galverse NFT project is set to launch its highly anticipated anime this summer. Promising a fresh take on anime with its roots in the Web3 space, the project has also revealed the talented team behind the production. What is Shinsei Galverse? Shinsei Galverse began as an NFT project featuring 8,888 unique “Gal” characters. These characters are envisioned as fragments of a holy planet, scattered across space and time with a mission to bring peace. The NFT collection gained significant traction, becoming Japan’s first major Web3 success and topping OpenSea’s NFT rankings shortly after its release in April…

Peko Watanabe’s thought-provoking manga series, 1122: For a Happy Marriage, is set to expand with a new spinoff series launching on May 15. This announcement has sparked excitement among fans who have been captivated by the manga’s honest and sometimes uncomfortable exploration of modern marriage. What is “1122: For a Happy Marriage” About? 1122: For a Happy Marriage, known in Japan simply as 1122, delves into the complexities of a marriage between Ichiko and Otoya Aihara, a couple in their thirties who have been married for seven years. While they maintain a good relationship, they face a common modern problem:…

Square Enix’s sci-fi arcade game Starwing Paradox is making a grand return in the form of a prequel anime film titled As One. Set to premiere in Japanese theaters on August 22, 2025, the film promises to expand the game’s universe with an entirely new story that takes place 20 years before the events of the game. A Blast from the Past: Starwing Paradox Starwing Paradox was an arcade mecha action game developed by Square Enix, featuring animation by Sunrise. Released in 2018, the game centered around a war between two alien nations on the planet Meguriboshi, battling over a…

The highly anticipated second season of the anime DAN DA DAN is generating buzz with the upcoming theatrical release of DAN DA DAN: Evil Eye. A new trailer has been released, offering fans a glimpse into the eerie and action-packed events that await them on the big screen. Worldwide Theatrical Premiere DAN DA DAN: Evil Eye, comprising the first three episodes of Season 2, will premiere in theaters worldwide. For those outside of Japan, the theatrical screenings will begin on June 6th. The movie event will also feature an exclusive interview with co-directors Fuga Yamashiro and Abel Gongora. Several regions…

Nekoume’s manga series, #Aitora, has reached its conclusion with the release of its 14th and final chapter on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket app. The series, which began serialization in 2023, has garnered attention for its unique blend of comedy, romance, and supernatural elements, all centered around a streamer who experiences bizarre transformations. What is #Aitora About? Aitora follows the story of Yamamoto Love Angel, a female streamer diligently working to increase her followers and subscribers. In an effort to create engaging content, she visits a supposedly haunted location. While attempting to capture footage, Love Angel puts her body on the line,…

Michihiko Fujiei’s The Yokai Caretaker manga has come to an end. The final chapter was published on February 25th on Shinchosha’s Kurage Bunch manga website. The Yokai Caretaker (Yōkai no Shiikuin-san) is a manga series by Michihiko Fujiei. Manga Planet and MediBang publish the manga digitally in English. The story follows Toritsuki Hiyori, who works in a Yokai garden. Under the guidance of Mutsu Goro, a yokai doctor, Toritsuki takes on the task of raising yokai. What is The Yokai Caretaker About? The Yokai Caretaker is a slice-of-life manga that follows the daily life of Toritsuki Hiyori as she cares…

Get ready for a wild ride through time and parallel worlds because Crunchyroll is bringing Onmyō Kaiten Re:verse to its streaming platform! This original anime series, created by Fujiko Sakuno, Hideya Takahashi, and Akutō Satō, and animated by David Production, is set to premiere in July 2025, and Crunchyroll will stream it as it airs in Japan, excluding Asia. What’s Onmyō Kaiten Re:verse About? Onmyō Kaiten Re:verse is an action fantasy story set in Denji Heian-kyo, an alternate version of Heian era Japan’s Kyoto City. The story revolves around Takeru Narihira, a delinquent high school student who finds himself transported…

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…

“Yaiba: Samurai Legend” continues its blend of action and comedy with Episode 5, titled “Onsen Fun” or “Rundown Hot Spring Inn”. In this episode, Yaiba and his friends find themselves seeking respite at a hot spring inn, but trouble is never far behind. A Journey Interrupted Following an exhausting battle against Onimaru’s ogres, Yaiba and his companions set out for Ganryu Island to investigate the demon sword Monohoshizao, once wielded by Sasaki Kojiro, Musashi’s old rival. However, their journey is cut short when they are ambushed by Slug Man, one of Onimaru’s Eight Ogres, leaving them weary. Relaxing at Gero…

The dark fantasy anime Tougen Anki: Legend of the Cursed Blood is gearing up for its highly anticipated premiere, and fans are in for a treat. Distribution company REMOW has revealed exciting details about the anime’s debut, including the premiere date, a special theatrical screening, and the artist behind the ending theme song. Premiere Date and Theatrical Screening Mark your calendars! Tougen Anki will officially premiere on July 11, 2025, in Japan. But that’s not all – ahead of the broadcast, fans can catch the first three episodes at a special theatrical screening on June 21, 2025, at United Cinemas…

The upcoming original anime series Onmyō Kaiten Re:verse, produced by David Production, has unveiled a second promotional video, revealing additional cast members and its official premiere date. The anime is scheduled to debut on July 2nd on Fuji TV’s +Ultra programming block at 12:45 a.m. JST, effectively July 3rd. A Delinquent in a Divine, Electric Kyoto Onmyō Kaiten Re:verse presents a unique blend of genres, combining elements of isekai, yankee (delinquent), and supernatural action. The story centers around Takeru Narehira, a high school delinquent who finds himself transported to an alternate, technologically advanced version of Heian-kyō (ancient Kyoto) called Denji…

Konomi Suzuki, the powerhouse vocalist known for her electrifying anime theme songs, has announced that she will be performing a new theme song for the currently airing Summer Pockets anime. The song, titled “Finisteller” (spelling unconfirmed), adds to Suzuki’s existing contributions to the franchise, as she previously performed the opening theme “Alka Tale” and the ending theme “Lasting Moment” for both the visual novel and the anime adaptation. A New Chapter for Summer Pockets The Summer Pockets anime premiered in April 2025 and is available for streaming on Crunchyroll in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the…

Actor Kento Kaku, known for his roles in “House of Ninjas” and “From Today, It’s My Turn!!”, is set to guest star in the upcoming “Crayon Shin-chan” film, “Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Super Hot! The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers”. The film, a dance entertainment adventure set in India, will feature Kaku as Wolf, a wealthy Indian man searching for his “strongest partner”. A Spicy Adventure in India The latest “Crayon Shin-chan” film marks a first for the series, taking the Kasukabe Defense Force to India for a vibrant and spicy adventure. The story kicks off with the gang arriving in India…

Kodansha’s K Manga service has announced the addition of Genri Natsume’s Kito the Night Bell manga as a simulpub title. This means that fans can now read the latest chapters of the series as they are released in Japan, directly through the K Manga platform. What is K Manga? K Manga is Kodansha’s official platform for reading manga digitally. Launched in the US in May 2023, it aims to provide fans with access to a wide library of manga titles, including both classic series and new releases. K Manga also offers simulpub releases, allowing readers to keep up with their…

The world of “Tougen Anki: Dark Demon of Paradise” is set to broaden with an exciting new spinoff manga series. Officially titled “Tougen Anki Gaiden: Tsuki to Sakura no Kyōsō Kyoku” (Tougen Anki Side Story: The Rhapsody of the Moon and Cherry Blossoms), this new series will delve into the untold past of Tsukuyomi Momoka and Ousuke Momokado, offering fans a deeper understanding of the Momotarou clan. What to Expect From the Spinoff Dōma Oda will launch the spinoff series in the July issue of Akita Publishing’s Monthly Shōnen Champion magazine, which will be released on June 6, 2025. This…

The Go! Go! Loser Ranger! manga series is temporarily on hold due to the health of its creator, Negi Haruba. This news was shared via the manga’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on February 19, 2025, indicating that the series would be taking a two-issue break from Kodansha’s Weekly Shōnen Magazine. Hiatus Details Go! Go! Loser Ranger! was originally scheduled to appear in the 12th issue of Weekly Shōnen Magazine, released on February 19, 2025, but was delayed due to Haruba’s health. The manga will also not be in the subsequent 13th issue. The series is expected to resume in…

The popular anime series 2.5 Dimensional Seduction is set to captivate English-speaking audiences with its official English dub release on May 7, 2025. Fans of romantic comedies and cosplay-themed stories can rejoice as HIDIVE streams the dubbed version of this fan-favorite series. About 2.5 Dimensional Seduction 2.5 Dimensional Seduction (Japanese: 2.5次元の誘惑（リリサ）, Nitengo-jigen no Ririsa, transl. “2.5 Dimensional Lilysa”) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Yu Hashimoto. It began serialization on Shueisha’s Shōnen Jump+ website in June 2019. The anime television series adaptation, produced by J.C.Staff and directed by Hideki Okamoto, aired from July to December 2024. A…

Episode 5 of The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl brings a mix of danger, self-discovery, and budding romance to the forefront. Sofia, still navigating her newfound gorilla strength, finds herself in a series of unexpected situations that test her courage and force her to confront her feelings. A Crate Escape and Soul-Searching The episode opens with Sofia trapped in a wooden crate, a result of Carissa’s scheming, and transported to an abandoned school building. Concerned and motivated by the unusual circumstances, Sofia uses her gorilla strength to break free. However, she hesitates to return to the party, her anxiety about Alene’s…

Atsushi Kase, the creator of Kuro Ageha, is launching a new manga series titled YakuMan in the June issue of Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Magazine on June 6, 2025. What’s YakuMan About? YakuMan is a comedy manga that revolves around Kaede, a tough-looking yakuza member known for his fighting prowess. However, Kaede has a secret: he’s also a famous Moe manga artist named Maple. The story follows Kaede as he navigates his double life, battling both the ruthless yakuza world and the demanding deadlines of the manga industry. Atsushi Kase: A Brief Overview Atsushi Kase is a Japanese manga artist best…