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The inaugural season of the popular anime series “Bad Girl” reached its highly anticipated conclusion on September 21, 2025, with its twelfth episode delivering a mix of humor, misunderstanding, and emotional resolution for its beloved characters. Fans have followed the comedic yuri series, which premiered on July 6, 2025, through twelve episodes of high school antics and budding relationships. The series, an adaptation of Nikumaru’s four-panel manga, centers on Yuu Yuutani, a first-year high school student determined to catch the eye of her admired upperclassman, Atori Mizutori, by reinventing herself as a “bad girl.” What ensued throughout the season were…

The upcoming anime series My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha: Backstabbed in a Backwater Dungeon, I’m Out for Revenge! has released several promotional videos and trailers that heavily feature its protagonist, Light, offering fans a glimpse into his journey of betrayal and retribution ahead of its October 3, 2025 premiere. These videos showcase the series’ blend of fantasy, action, adventure, drama, revenge, and magic. Unveiling Light’s Path to Revenge The promotional materials for My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha introduce Light, a human boy who, despite belonging to the weakest of the nine races, was initially welcomed into the “Assembly…

The highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of Eri Ejima’s manga series, “Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games” (Tai Ari Deshita. ~Ojō-sama wa Kakutō Gēmu Nante Shinai~), which was originally slated for a 2025 premiere, has officially been delayed to 2026. The news was confirmed recently, pushing back the debut of a series that has garnered significant attention for its unique premise and collaboration with Street Fighter 6. Initial Excitement and 2025 Announcement The anime adaptation of “Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games” was first announced on January 21, 2021, with a later confirmation that it would be a TV series…

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc has exploded onto the Japanese box office, claiming the No. 1 spot in its opening weekend from September 19-21, 2025. The highly anticipated film attracted over 807,000 viewers and grossed an impressive ¥1.25 billion (approximately $8.46 million USD) in its first three days. This strong debut successfully dethroned Demon Slayer: Mugen Castle Arc Part 1, which had held the top position for nine consecutive weeks. A Powerful Box Office Debut The film, a direct sequel to the first season of the Chainsaw Man anime, opened in 421 theaters across Japan on Friday, September…

Shin Takahashi’s Ekiden Danshi Project (Men’s Long-Distance Relay Race Project) manga is going on a break until winter, as announced in this year’s 43rd issue of Shogakukan’s Weekly Big Comic Spirits magazine on Monday. This marks another temporary halt for the series, which has experienced several hiatuses since its debut. Latest Hiatus Details The current announcement confirms that the manga will resume serialization sometime in the winter season. This is not the first time the series has paused its run. The manga previously went on hiatus in January 2024 and resumed in June 2024. Prior to that, it also took…

Masahiro Anbe’s romantic comedy manga, Akuma de Fukei! (Demon Policewoman!), is set to conclude with its next chapter on September 29. The announcement was made in this year’s 43rd issue of Kodansha’s Weekly Young Magazine, bringing the relatively short serialization to a close. The End of a Demonic Rural Rom-Com The final chapter of Akuma de Fukei! will be published in the upcoming issue of Weekly Young Magazine on September 29, 2025. The series, known for its unique blend of supernatural elements and romantic comedy, follows the daily life of Eclair, a demon policewoman. She stations herself in a rural…

Fans of Jun Mochizuki’s gothic-fantasy manga, The Case Study of Vanitas (also known as Vanitas no Carte), can anticipate a new chapter arriving on December 22, 2025. The announcement, made in the October issue of Square Enix’s Gangan Joker magazine, confirms the release will be part of the magazine’s January issue. Anticipated Return from Hiatuses The news comes as a welcome update for readers, as The Case Study of Vanitas manga has experienced several periods of hiatus in recent years. The series previously went on a two-month break in May 2024, which was then extended. It officially resumed serialization with…

The “Street Fighter Luke Rising” manga, featuring the protagonist of Street Fighter 6, officially ended its run on Sunday, September 22, 2025, with its final chapter published on Shogakukan’s Coro Coro Comics website. The series, penned and illustrated by Yoshio Mokomokomaru Masao, chronicled Luke’s journey to discover the true meaning of strength by challenging formidable fighters across the globe. A Brief but Action-Packed Run The manga first launched on June 29, 2025, as part of the celebrations commemorating the second anniversary of the highly successful fighting game, Street Fighter 6. Its serialization on the weekly Coro Coro Comics platform provided…

Masayuki Kusumi, renowned author of the popular gourmet manga series Solitary Gourmet (Kodoku no Gourmet), is set to launch a new culinary manga titled Lunch Banchō Hitomi with illustrator Ryō Amei. The new series will debut in Square Enix’s Young Gangan magazine’s 21st issue on October 17. A New Flavor of Gourmet Storytelling The upcoming manga, Lunch Banchō Hitomi, shifts its focus to a protagonist named Hitomi Shinōsaka, described as the “Lunch Banchō.” This character possesses an “instinctual lunch antenna” that guides him to delectable and aromatic restaurants for his midday meals. The collaboration brings together Kusumi’s established expertise in…

Manga artist Kei Sanbe, renowned for his psychological thriller Erased (also known as Boku dake ga Inai Machi), is set to launch a new manga series titled Snow Drop ~Anata no Shi o Nozomimasu~ (Snow Drop ~I Desire Your Death~). The announcement came via this year’s 19th issue of Square Enix’s Young Gangan magazine. While the exact launch date remains undisclosed, Young Gangan’s upcoming issue, slated for October 3, promises to reveal further details about the highly anticipated series. A New Chapter for the Acclaimed Author Kei Sanbe is a prolific Japanese manga artist born in Tomakomai, Hokkaido. He gained…

The first film in the highly anticipated Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy has shattered box office records, officially becoming the highest-grossing Japanese film of all time globally. Titled Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle – Part 1: Akaza Returns, the anime phenomenon has amassed an estimated $555 million worldwide as of Sunday, September 21, 2025. This monumental achievement surpasses the previous record held by its predecessor, Demon Slayer: Mugen Train, which grossed $506.5 million globally. A Global Box Office Phenomenon Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle did not just break records; it redefined expectations for…

The upcoming final season of the live-action series, “Zettai BL ni Naru Sekai vs Zettai BL ni Naritakunai Otoko Final” (A Man Who Defies the World of BL), has announced its theme song artists. The group moxymill will perform the song “Sugar×Bitter,” while harukaze record will provide “Yoru ni Mogutte” (Dive Into the Night) for the highly anticipated conclusion of the series. The final season is set to premiere on November 9 at 25:10 JST (effectively November 10 at 1:10 a.m.) on ABC TV in Japan’s Kansai region. New Musical Talents for the Final Chapter Fans can look forward to…

My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 has officially concluded, with its highly anticipated final episode, episode 12 (also referred to as episode 24 overall), airing today, September 21, 2025, in Japan and streaming globally. The finale delivered a mix of heartfelt moments, key character developments, and a significant, albeit unfulfilled, romantic progression between leads Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo, leaving fans eager for what comes next. The second season, which began its broadcast on July 5, 2025, ran for 12 episodes, continuing the charming story of high school student Wakana Gojo, an aspiring Hina doll craftsman, and his vibrant classmate Marin…

The popular manga series Sakamoto Days is officially receiving a live-action film adaptation, slated to premiere during Japan’s Golden Week in 2026. The highly anticipated announcement confirms that Meguro Ren of the idol group Snow Man will star as the titular character, Taro Sakamoto, with Fukuda Yuichi set to direct the two-part cinematic event. Production Details Emerge for Sakamoto Days Live-Action Film The confirmation of a live-action Sakamoto Days movie was made in the latest issue #43 of Weekly Shonen Jump, putting an end to months of speculation among fans. The film is set to hold a special screening during…

The unique anime series Turkey! Time to Strike has captivated audiences with its improbable blend of high school bowling and Sengoku-period time travel. As the series hurtles towards its climax, Episode 11, titled “A Desperate Punch Out,” plunges its protagonists into their most critical challenge yet, demanding both strategic prowess on the lanes and a keen understanding of historical diplomacy. Released on September 15, 2025, this episode intensifies the girls’ mission to protect their newfound friends in the past and secure a peaceful future. The Premise of Turkey! Time to Strike Turkey! Time to Strike, an original Japanese anime television…

Fans eagerly awaiting new installments of Kaiju No. 8 can now watch “Episode 22,” which corresponds to Season 2, Episode 10, released on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This episode continues the highly anticipated second season of the anime, which premiered on July 19, 2025. Crunchyroll streams new episodes of Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 weekly on Saturdays. The numbering “Episode 22” accounts for the cumulative episode count across the series, including the first season and a special prequel episode titled “Hoshina’s Day Off” that aired on July 5, 2025, before the second season officially began. Season 2 Overview and Release…

The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 continued its thrilling narrative with the release of Episode 11 on September 17, 2025. Fans eagerly streamed the latest installment on Crunchyroll, which delivered a high-stakes duel, deep emotional revelations, and further advanced the intricate political landscape of the Q’ten Lo arc. Episode 11 Unpacks Intense Duel and Political Maneuvers Episode 11 plunged viewers into a pivotal confrontation, primarily focusing on an unexpected and powerful duel between Sadena and Shildina, the shrine maiden of the water dragon. What began as a tense magical build-up, featuring Shildina’s formidable wind armor and Dria lightning…

The official website for the anime adaptation of Makoto Akui’s Ao no Orchestra (The Blue Orchestra) manga recently released a new promotional video for its second season, revealing additional cast members and previewing the opening and ending theme songs. The highly anticipated second season is slated to premiere on October 5, 2025, on NHK Educational in Japan and will consist of 21 episodes. New Talents Join the Ensemble Cast The newly released promo video confirmed three additional voice actors joining the already talented cast, bringing to life more members of the orchestral club. Key New Voice Cast Members: Hiroshi Kamiya…

The popular romantic comedy manga “Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life” (花織さんは転生しても喧嘩がしたい, Hanaori-san wa Tensei Shite mo Kenka ga Shitai) by Hekiru Hikawa is officially receiving a TV anime adaptation, slated to premiere in 2026. An official website and X (formerly Twitter) account were launched today to make the announcement, which was accompanied by a teaser visual for the upcoming series. The news has been met with excitement from fans of the unconventional romantic comedy, known for its unique premise involving a reincarnated demon lord and hero. Reincarnation and Romantic Comedy Collide “Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight…

The highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of Jinushi’s popular manga, “Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You” (Super no Ura de Yani Sū Futari), has revealed its main cast. Takuya Satō will lend his voice to the protagonist Sasaki, while Seena Hoshiki is set to voice the dual roles of Yamada and Tayama. The announcement was made during the “Abema Anime Festival 2025” event, ahead of the anime’s scheduled broadcast on TBS and its affiliates in 2026. Key Voice Actors Bring Beloved Characters to Life Fans of the romantic slice-of-life series can now anticipate the voices behind its charming leads. Takuya…