Author: AnimeNEET

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Hiromu Arakawa’s manga, Daemons of the Shadow Realm (Yomi no Tsugai), is officially slated for an April 2026 premiere, running for two consecutive cours. The news, along with a reveal of additional key staff members and an English-subtitled teaser trailer, was announced during the Crunchyroll Showcase panel at New York Comic Con 2025. Crunchyroll has confirmed it will stream the series globally. Premiere Details and Extended Run Fans can mark their calendars for April 2026, as Daemons of the Shadow Realm is set to debut. The anime will air for two consecutive cours, ensuring…

Crunchyroll has announced a robust lineup of new anime acquisitions, headlined by the highly anticipated Oshi no Ko Season 3 and the upcoming feature film That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea. These titles join a growing roster of series and movies set to stream on the platform, reinforcing Crunchyroll’s position as a leading destination for anime fans worldwide. The announcements were made as part of Crunchyroll’s broader strategy to expand its content library for the upcoming Fall 2025 and 2026 seasons. Oshi no Ko Season 3 Confirmed for 2026 Release Fans…

Shinpei Funatsu, known for his work as the artist of the parody manga Todai Revengers, is set to launch a brand-new series titled Heisei Tensei (Heisei Reincarnation) on October 16. The announcement was made by Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket service via its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, generating anticipation among fans for Funatsu’s next project. From University Parody to New Beginnings: Shinpei Funatsu’s Latest Work Shinpei Funatsu gained recognition for Todai Revengers, a comedic spin-off of Ken Wakui’s popular Tokyo Revengers manga. Todai Revengers reimagined the main character as a hapless university student, offering an over-the-top parody that ran…

Manga artist Wakame Konbu, renowned for the popular series “The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated!”, is set to debut a new manga titled Watashi no Koto Suki Janakatta ka yo!? (Wait, So You DON’T Like Me?!) in February 2026. The announcement was made in this year’s 45th issue of Shueisha’s Young Jump magazine, with Konbu also sharing a preview image on their X/Twitter account. A New Harem Rom-Com on the Horizon The upcoming series, Watashi no Koto Suki Janakatta ka yo!?, marks Konbu’s return to a serialized work in Young Jump. The magazine teases the manga as a harem…

Manga artist Gaku Tanigaki is set to launch his new manga series, “Takami no Takami-san” (Takami in the Heights), today, Friday, October 10, 2025. The serialization will be available on Shueisha’s Tonari no Young Jump website. What is “Takami no Takami-san” About? “Takami no Takami-san” centers on an intriguing premise involving a former high school teacher and a younger co-worker. The story follows a man named Arai, a former high school teacher who has embarked on a new career cleaning skyscraper windows for a building cleaning company. His senior at work, a younger co-worker named Takami, is responsible for teaching…

The highly anticipated “light anime” adaptation of Tenma Asahi’s popular boys’ love (BL) light novel series, “Saioshi no Gikei o Mederu Tame, Nagaikishimasu!” (also known as “In Order to Love My Most Beloved Step-Brother, I’ll Live a Long Life!”), is officially slated to premiere in January 2026. The announcement includes the reveal of key staff and visuals for the project, marking it as the inaugural title from the new BL “light anime” label, Balloon. What is a “Light Anime”? The Production Model Explained This adaptation is notable for being produced under the “light anime” concept, a new approach spearheaded by…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Noble Reincarnation: Born Blessed, So I’ll Obtain Ultimate Power has released its second promotional trailer, revealing key details including its main cast, opening theme song, and a confirmed January 2026 premiere. The new trailer offers fans a deeper look into the world of Noah, the reincarnated thirteenth prince, as he navigates a world of power struggles and aims for ultimate authority. January 2026 Premiere Set for Isekai Fantasy Fans eager to dive into the aristocratic intrigue and power-fantasy elements of Noble Reincarnation can mark their calendars for January 2026. The series is officially slated…

The beloved robot cat Doraemon is set to embark on another cinematic adventure with the announcement of the 2026 film, officially titled Doraemon the Movie: Nobita and the New Castle of Devil’s Undersea Castle. This 45th installment in the popular franchise is confirmed to premiere in theaters across Japan in March 2026. The upcoming feature is a remake of the classic 1983 film, Doraemon: Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil, promising to introduce a new generation to a thrilling deep-sea fantasy. A Return to the Depths: Remaking a Classic Adventure Doraemon the Movie: Nobita and the New Castle…

The world of manga and light novels is constantly expanding, offering readers an ever-growing array of captivating stories, unique art styles, and diverse genres. Leading the charge in bringing these Japanese treasures to English-speaking audiences is Seven Seas Entertainment, a publisher renowned for its eclectic catalog. In its latest wave of announcements, Seven Seas has once again delighted fans with the acquisition of several intriguing titles, including the uniquely titled I Like Cat Butts, the historical action-fantasy Gilded Seven, and the charming Boys’ Love series Give Me a Hug, Mr. Frog!. These new licenses showcase the publisher’s commitment to variety…

Fans of the long-running Detective Conan franchise are in for a treat as TMS Entertainment announced that three more films, including Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween, will stream for free on its “Anime! on TMS” YouTube channel over the next three Saturdays. Each film will premiere on its designated Saturday at 10:00 p.m. EDT. In addition to the movies, a 2.5-hour special episode titled “Night of the Full Moon Dual Mystery” is also set to stream on Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. EDT. This special episode is also available with English subtitles and dub on Crunchyroll and Netflix. Upcoming Detective…

The anime film landscape in Japan continues to be dominated by two powerhouse franchises, as Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc secured the #1 spot at the Japanese box office for its third consecutive weekend (October 3-5, 2025). Hot on its heels, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle maintained its strong performance, holding firmly at #2 for the same period. This ongoing rivalry showcases the immense popularity of anime films in Japan, with both features demonstrating impressive staying power and significant box office earnings. Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc’s Continued Success Chainsaw Man – The Movie:…

Maki Enjōji’s romantic comedy manga, “Zenbu Hatsukoi no Sei da” (It’s All Because of My First Love), has officially concluded its serialization in the November issue of Shogakukan’s Petit Comic magazine, which was published on Wednesday. Accompanying the final chapter, an announcement teased that the acclaimed author will launch a new series in the same magazine’s April 2026 issue. The Conclusion of “Zenbu Hatsukoi no Sei da” The final chapter brings an end to the story of Urara, a woman in her thirties who, weary of conventional romance, desired to bypass courtship entirely and proceed directly to marriage. Her plans…

Shueisha has announced a major expansion of its digital manga offerings, revealing that all new series from its prominent seinen magazine, Weekly Young Jump, will now be simulpublished in English on the Manga Plus platform. The initiative launched today, October 8, 2025, with the immediate availability of “Bungo -unreal- Baseball Manga” to global audiences. Expanding Global Reach for Seinen Manga This move marks a significant step for Shueisha, a leading Japanese publisher known for iconic manga titles distributed worldwide. By simulpublishing Weekly Young Jump content, Shueisha aims to bring its diverse range of seinen (young adult male) manga to international…

The official X/Twitter account for the upcoming television anime adaptation of Syundei’s boys-love manga, Go For It, Nakamura! (Ganbare! Nakamura-kun!!), has released its second promotional video, revealing and previewing the series’ theme songs. The new trailer highlights “Glory Days” by Senri Oe and “Sekai de Ichiban Atsui Natsu” by Princess Princess as the featured tracks. Theme Songs Take Center Stage The recently released second promotional video offers fans a first listen to the anime’s opening and ending themes. Senri Oe performs the song “Glory Days,” while Princess Princess contributes “Sekai de Ichiban Atsui Natsu”. These selections aim to capture the…

Kadokawa has announced that Yūjirō Shirakawa of the boy band Junretsu and Daisuke Sakuma of the idol group Snow Man will appear as guest voice actors in the upcoming web anime, Ugoku! Neko Mukashi Banashi (Move! Cat Folktales). The charming series, which reimagines classic folktales with feline characters, is set to debut on October 15, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. JST on its official YouTube channel. Idol Power Joins the Feline Cast The addition of Yūjirō Shirakawa and Daisuke Sakuma brings significant star power to Ugoku! Neko Mukashi Banashi. Shirakawa, a prominent member of the popular boy band Junretsu, was the…

A new preview video for the highly anticipated “Aikatsu! x PriPara THE MOVIE -Deai no Kiseki!” has been released, showcasing two vibrant stage performances from the upcoming idol crossover film. The movie, celebrating the 10th anniversary of both franchises, is set to premiere in Japan on October 10, 2025. A Decade of Idol Magic: The Crossover Event The “Aikatsu! x PriPara THE MOVIE -Deai no Kiseki!” (translated as “Aikatsu! x PriPara THE MOVIE -The Miracle of Encounters!”) marks a significant milestone, bringing together the beloved idol franchises “Aikatsu!” and “PriPara” for their first-ever theatrical collaboration. Both series launched in 2014,…

A new main trailer for the upcoming TV anime series Monster Strike: Deadverse Reloaded has been released, providing a first listen to its opening theme song titled “Monster” by the popular dance-vocal group Da-iCE. The anime is slated to premiere on October 21, 2025, in Japan. The latest promotional video gives fans a glimpse into the animation and overall tone of the series while highlighting the energetic opening track. Monster Strike: Deadverse Reloaded is the latest adaptation of MIXI’s popular mobile role-playing game and marks the first time a Monster Strike anime will be broadcast on terrestrial television in Japan.…

Usamaru Furuya’s Bokutachi no Shinjū (Our Lovers’ Suicide) manga has officially ended its run, with its final chapter published on Wednesday, October 7th. The series, which debuted on April 9th, was serialized in Ohta Publishing’s Manga Erotics F magazine. Fans of the psychological drama can anticipate the release of the compiled book volume, which Ohta Publishing is set to ship on December 23. The conclusion of Bokutachi no Shinjū marks another recent development for the prolific artist, as Furuya also concluded the first part of his Lunatic Circus manga in September. Delving into Bokutachi no Shinjū Bokutachi no Shinjū, translated…

The first part of Waka Takase’s manga adaptation of the popular fantasy romance light novel series Matsurika Kanriden has officially ended its run. The final chapter appeared in the November issue of Akita Shoten’s Monthly Princess magazine, released this Monday. Fans can anticipate the manga’s return, with its second part scheduled to debut sometime next year. A Pause for the Imperial Court’s Clever Lady The conclusion of the initial arc marks a significant point for the series, which has captivated readers since its manga debut in August 2018 in Monthly Princess magazine. The story, known in English as The Tale…

Fans of classic anime can now delve into the heroic exploits of a rogue ninja as Tubi has added “The Legend of Ninja Kamui” to its streaming catalog. The 1969 anime series offers viewers a journey into the life of Kamui, a ninja who defies his clan and faces relentless pursuit from those seeking to destroy him. While a more recent anime titled “Ninja Kamui” (2024) has garnered significant attention, it’s important to note that Tubi is streaming the original, foundational series. The newer “Ninja Kamui” is available on Max and Adult Swim. The Original Legend: “The Legend of Ninja…