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The highly anticipated second season of the new Ranma 1/2 anime adaptation is officially slated to premiere on October 4, 2025, in Japan, with global streaming to follow on Netflix. The announcement also unveiled the opening and ending theme songs for the upcoming season, building excitement among fans of Rumiko Takahashi’s classic martial arts romantic comedy. Premiere Details and Global Streaming The Ranma 1/2 second season will debut on NTV in Japan on October 4 at 24:55 JST, effectively making it October 5 at 12:55 a.m. JST. Following its Japanese television broadcast, the series will be exclusively available for streaming…

The highly anticipated original anime series, “Dusk Beyond the End of the World” (Towa no Yūgure), has unveiled its first promotional video, introduced a new cast member, and confirmed a special “Episode 0” premiere on September 25 JST. The main series is slated to begin its broadcast in October 2025 as part of the Fall anime season, marking P.A. Works’ 25th anniversary project. First Promotional Video Highlights Post-Apocalyptic Setting and New Character Amoru The newly released promotional video offers viewers a deeper look into the anime’s dystopian future, showcasing its intricately designed world and hinting at the emotional journey of…

The highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of Yu Hibari and Shiso’s romantic comedy light novel series, Tenkō-saki no Seiso Karen na Bishōjo ga, Mukashi Danshi to Omotte Issho ni Asonda Osananajimi Datta Ken (The Neat and Beautiful Girl at My New School Was My Childhood Friend Whom I Thought Was a Boy and I Played Together With), is slated to premiere in 2026. Asmik Ace officially announced that Ikumi Hasegawa will star as a cast member in the upcoming series. Ikumi Hasegawa Joins the Cast for 2026 Premiere Fans can mark their calendars for 2026, as the television anime adaptation…

The upcoming anime adaptation of mamakari’s popular manga series, Plus-Sized Misadventures in Love! (Debu to Love to Ayamachi to!), has released its latest promotional video, revealing additional cast members and the much-anticipated opening theme song. The new preview further builds excitement for the romantic comedy, which is set to premiere on October 6. Fans can now look forward to a vibrant new opening theme titled “Happy Yummy Lucky Yummy,” performed by GANG PARADE. This latest announcement also expands the previously revealed cast, introducing new voices to the endearing story of Yumeko Kōda. Expanding the World of Plus-Sized Misadventures in Love!…

Two new Japanese films, the live-action adaptation of Gazing at the Star Next Door and the anime feature Odekake Kozame, made their box office debuts this past weekend, securing the #9 and #10 spots respectively. Their openings add fresh titles to a competitive market currently dominated by established franchises. Gazing at the Star Next Door Captures #9 Spot The live-action film adaptation of Ammitsu’s popular romance shōjo manga series, Gazing at the Star Next Door (隣のステラ, Tonari no Sutera), opened at #9 in its inaugural weekend. Directed by Hana Matsumoto, known for her work on the Oshi no Ko live-action…

TMS Entertainment has announced that three more Detective Conan films, including Detective Conan: The Eleventh Striker, will be available for streaming on YouTube over the next three consecutive Saturdays as part of its “Detective Conan: Cinema Saturdays” campaign. Each film will premiere on the “Anime! on TMS” YouTube channel at 10:00 p.m. EDT. The upcoming streaming schedule is as follows: Upcoming Detective Conan YouTube Streaming Schedule August 30: Detective Conan: The Eleventh Striker September 6: Detective Conan: The Fourteenth Target September 13: Detective Conan: Private Eye in the Distant Sea The “Cinema Saturdays” Campaign Continues This latest wave of free…

The official website for the anime adaptation of Hiromu Arakawa’s autobiographical manga, Hyakushō Kizoku (The Peasant Noble), has released a promotional video for its third season, announcing both the theme song and an October 3 premiere date. The new video highlights the theme song “Kage ni Nari Hinata ni Nari” (Offer Help Both When Seen and Unseen) performed by pachae. Fans can anticipate the return of the popular slice-of-life comedy series, which delves into Arakawa’s unique experiences as a farmer. Delving into Hyakushō Kizoku’s Agricultural Roots Hyakushō Kizoku is based on Hiromu Arakawa’s own seven years of working on a…

Despite claims circulating, extensive searches for a new “Datewars” franchise launched by Yūichirō Momose, the renowned main scenario writer for the popular Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle multimedia project, have yielded no verifiable results. While Momose is actively involved in numerous projects, including recent Hypnosis Mic adaptations and other anime series, there is no official announcement or news regarding a “Datewars” franchise under his name. Yūichirō Momose’s Continued Contributions to Hypnosis Mic and Other Works Yūichirō Momose remains a pivotal creative force behind the Hypnosis Mic franchise, a successful multimedia project by King Records that launched in 2017. He is…

Ryū Fujisaki’s manga adaptation of Yoshiki Tanaka’s epic space opera series, Legend of the Galactic Heroes, is reportedly heading towards its “final battle.” This significant development was announced with the release of the manga’s 33rd compiled book volume on August 19. A Long Journey Through the Stars Fujisaki launched his rendition of Legend of the Galactic Heroes in Shueisha’s Weekly Young Jump magazine in October 2015, bringing the beloved space opera to a new generation of manga readers. The series later transitioned to Shueisha’s Ultra Jump magazine in February 2020, where it has continued its serialization. The manga intricately follows…

Anime Limited and Shout! Studios have officially announced that the critically acclaimed anime series Devilman Crybaby will be released on Blu-ray Disc on December 9. This marks the first physical home video release for the series in North America and the UK, following its exclusive streaming debut on Netflix in January 2018. A Highly Anticipated Physical Release Fans of the dark fantasy anime have eagerly awaited a physical release since its initial streaming success. Anime Limited, a European boutique animation distributor, made the initial announcement at Japan Expo, confirming the Blu-ray for both the UK and North American markets. Shout!…

Arata Yamaji’s fantasy manga, Hoshi-kui Koroshi Egnaro (Egnaro the Killer of the Stareater), has been canceled. The announcement was made in the October issue of Kadokawa’s Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh magazine on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. The reason cited for the cancellation is “various circumstances” that led to Yamaji being able to work on the series only intermittently. Details of the Cancellation The cancellation comes as a surprise to fans of the series, which only launched in Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh in February 2024. Kadokawa had published the manga’s third compiled book volume on April 24, indicating the series was…

Tokyo, Japan – Nio Nakatani, acclaimed creator of the popular yuri manga Bloom Into You, is set to debut her highly anticipated new series, Kimi wa Shūmatsu (You Are the End), on September 27. The manga will launch in the November 2025 issue of Kadokawa’s Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh magazine, featuring a color opening page and gracing the issue’s front cover. Delving into “Kimi wa Shūmatsu” Kimi wa Shūmatsu is described as a romantic comedy with a unique twist: its heroine is an incredibly powerful being. Early teasers suggest a narrative where the male protagonist finds himself at the mercy…

Shinya Murata’s action-horror manga, Blattodea, with art by Tokisada Hayami, has officially entered its “final stage” of serialization. The announcement was made in this year’s September issue of Square Enix’s Gangan Joker magazine, signaling the impending conclusion of the popular series. The Road to Conclusion for Blattodea The revelation that Blattodea is nearing its end marks a significant moment for fans who have followed the intense narrative since its debut. Murata and Hayami launched the manga in Gangan Joker in January 2020. Square Enix, the publisher, released the seventh compiled book volume of Blattodea in November 2024, indicating the series…

Shiori Amase’s critically acclaimed manga series, Koko wa Ima kara Rinri Desu. (also known as From Now On We Begin Ethics.), officially concluded its serialization today, August 27, 2025. The thought-provoking series, which delves into the complexities of moral philosophy through the eyes of a high school ethics teacher, brought its unique narrative to a close after a nearly nine-year run. A Deep Dive into Ethical Dilemmas Koko wa Ima kara Rinri Desu. centered on Takayanagi, an enigmatic high school ethics teacher. Unlike conventional educators, Takayanagi engages his students in profound discussions about right and wrong, guiding them through their…

Kadokawa’s Dengeki Daioh G magazine has launched a manga adaptation of Hitoma Iruma’s yuri novel series, Hitozuma Kyōshi ga Oshiego no Joshi Kōsei ni Dohamari Suru Hanashi (A Story of a Married Teacher Becoming Obsessed With Her Female Student). The first chapter of the manga, drawn by Shion Kawakami, was published in the magazine’s October issue on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, and featured on its front cover. Delving into a Forbidden Romance The original novel series, known for its intricate exploration of a forbidden relationship, centers on Itsuki Ichigohara, a married high school teacher in her late 20s. Her life…

HIDIVE has announced that it will add all 42 episodes of the classic anime series Queen Millennia to its streaming library on September 2, 2025. Fans will be able to watch the series in Japanese with English subtitles. The announcement comes as Sentai Filmworks also prepares to release a Complete Collection Blu-ray Disc of the beloved sci-fi opera on the same date. A Return to the Leijiverse: Understanding Queen Millennia Queen Millennia, originally titled Shin Taketori Monogatari: Sennen Joō (The New Tale of the Bamboo Cutter: Millennium Queen), is a pivotal work from the legendary creator Leiji Matsumoto. The series…

Hiroshi Tanaka’s long-running manga series, Kippo, is officially coming to an end with its 30th compiled book volume, which is slated for release in winter. The announcement was made in the 29th volume of the series, published recently. The End of an Era for Kippo The conclusion of Kippo marks the end of a serialization that began in 2012 in Shonengahosha’s Young King magazine. Over the past decade, the manga has captivated readers with its compelling narrative centered around the “legendary boys of Hiroshima.” Crunchyroll, which previously released the manga in English, describes Kippo as a story about “an irreplaceable…

Manga creator Shino, author of the ongoing series “Boku to Gyaru ga Fūfu ni Naru Made” (also known as “Until the Gal and I Become a Married Couple”), passed away in June, Kadokawa’s Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh magazine announced on Wednesday. The publisher did not disclose the cause of death. A Promising Career Cut Short Shino’s death brings an untimely end to “Boku to Gyaru ga Fūfu ni Naru Made,” a romantic comedy manga that had been serialized in Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh since December 2022. The series gained a following for its engaging storyline, which centers on Saku Kanakura,…

Shōhei Harumoto, the celebrated manga artist known for his iconic motorcycle racing series “Kirin,” passed away on July 27, 2025, at the age of 65, following a battle with illness. The news was announced by his family on August 7, 2025, who confirmed he died peacefully at home with loved ones by his side. Harumoto, who famously “held his pen until the very end,” left a significant mark on the manga world, particularly among motorcycle enthusiasts. A Legacy Etched in Asphalt: The Impact of “Kirin” Harumoto’s defining work, “Kirin,” began serialization in 1987 in the motorcycle magazine Mr. Bike BG.…

A new trailer for Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 has been released, offering a first look at the upcoming “Bungui Tōge Tōbatsu Sakusen-hen” (Bungui Pass Subjugation Operation arc). The latest arc is set to commence with Episode 19, which marks the eighth episode of the second season, airing this Saturday. The popular anime adaptation, which premiered its first season in 2024, is now delving deeper into the Defense Force’s ongoing battle against colossal Kaiju threats, with Season 2 promising heightened stakes and new challenges. Unveiling the “Bungui Pass Subjugation Operation” Arc The newly released trailer showcases glimpses of the “Bungui…