Author: AnimeNEET

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…

Konami has announced that the manga adaptation for Suikoden: Star Leap, titled Gensō Suikoden: Star Leap ~Hoshiboshi no Kiseki~ (Suikoden: Star Leap ~Star Trails~), will begin its serialization on November 5, 2025. The series will be featured in Kadokawa’s Monthly Comic Flapper magazine, appearing in its December 2025 installment. This new manga will be illustrated by Aki Shimizu, known for their work on the Suikoden III manga adaptation, Suikoden III: The Successor of Fate. Diving into the World of Suikoden: Star Leap The Suikoden: Star Leap manga is based on the upcoming mobile and PC game of the same name,…

The highly anticipated anime series, Ninja vs. Gokudo, officially premiered on October 7, 2025, in Japan on Nihon TV, with a simultaneous worldwide release and same-day English dub streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. This allows international fans to experience the action-packed series in English alongside its Japanese broadcast. Global Premiere and Same-Day English Dub Amazon Prime Video is serving as the exclusive global streaming platform for Ninja vs. Gokudo, marking a significant push for rapid international accessibility with its same-day English dub. This simultaneous release strategy ensures that audiences outside of Japan can dive into the world of warring…

Hulu has significantly expanded its anime catalog with the addition of English-dubbed versions of Gintama Seasons 2 and 3, covering episodes 50-150. The newly dubbed episodes became available on the streaming platform on October 6, 2025, much to the delight of fans who have long awaited further English-language releases of the beloved series. This move follows Hulu’s previous release of the English dub for Gintama’s first 49 episodes in December 2019. A Deeper Dive into the Yorozuya’s Adventures Fans can now follow the irreverent adventures of Gintoki Sakata, Shinpachi Shimura, and Kagura, the eccentric trio behind the Yorozuya Gin-chan, as…

Kenji Hamaoka’s popular gag manga, Appare! Urayasu Tekkin Kazoku (Bravo! Super Radical Gag Family), has officially concluded its serialization in Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shōnen Champion magazine. The final chapter appeared in the 44th issue, released on October 2, 2025. However, fans won’t have to wait long for more antics from the Osawagi family, as a fifth installment in the beloved series, titled Mōretsu! Urayasu Tekkin Kazoku (Extreme! Super Radical Gag Family), is slated to begin on November 13, 2025, in the same magazine. The End of “Appare!” and the Dawn of “Mōretsu!” The conclusion of Appare! Urayasu Tekkin Kazoku marks…

Anime enthusiasts in North America can mark their calendars as One-Punch Man Season 3 is set to begin streaming on Saturday, October 12, 2025. The highly anticipated new season will be available on Hulu in the United States and Disney+ in Canada, bringing Saitama’s latest adventures to fans across the region. A recap special for Season 2 aired on October 5, leading into the full season premiere. The third season will delve into the fan-favorite Monster Association Arc, promising intense battles and the introduction of new heroes and villains as the Hero Association faces its most formidable challenge yet. Streaming…

Fans in the United States and Canada eager to witness the continuation of Denji’s saga will have a chance to see “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” ahead of its general release. Crunchyroll has announced exclusive early access screenings for its Fan, Mega Fan, and Ultimate Fan members on October 22, 2025. This special event precedes the film’s wider theatrical debut in these regions on October 24, 2025. Exclusive Early Access for Crunchyroll Subscribers The special screenings on October 22 are a perk for Crunchyroll’s premium subscribers. Members holding Fan, Mega Fan, or Ultimate Fan tiers in the U.S.…

The highly anticipated Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc has officially streamed its opening movie, prominently featuring the theme song “IRIS OUT” performed by popular Japanese singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu. This release provides fans with an early glimpse into the film’s aesthetic and musical direction ahead of its theatrical debut. Kenshi Yonezu Returns to the Chainsaw Man Universe Kenshi Yonezu, known for his smash-hit “Kick Back” which served as the opening theme for the first season of the Chainsaw Man anime series, makes a significant return to the franchise with “IRIS OUT” for the Reze Arc movie. The new track…

The upcoming anime adaptation of Shinya Misu’s popular manga, Osananajimi to wa LoveCom ni Naranai (also known as I’ll Never Have a Romantic Comedy with My Childhood Friend), has announced an additional cast member and confirmed its premiere for January. The series, animated by Tezuka Productions, is gearing up for its debut, promising a charming romantic comedy to kick off the new year. New Cast Member Joins the Ensemble Adding to its growing roster of talented voice actors, Yūki Yamamoto has been cast in the role of Haru Hinata. Haru is described as an athletic character, and Yamamoto’s involvement is…

The highly anticipated television anime adaptation of Minoru Toyoda’s award-winning manga, “Draw This, Then Die!” (Kore Kaite Shine), is officially slated for a 2026 debut. A new teaser promotional video released today not only offered fans a first glimpse of the series but also confirmed key staff members behind its production. Shin-Ei Animation to Produce, Hiroaki Akagi to Direct The anime will be produced by Shin-Ei Animation, a studio known for a wide range of popular titles. Taking the helm as director is Hiroaki Akagi, celebrated for his work on “The Dangers in My Heart.” Akagi’s involvement signals a potentially…

The popular short spinoff anime series Dokodemo Makibao is returning for a second season titled Dokodemo Makibao: World Tour, which began streaming on October 8. The new season sees the return of original cast members and expands the comedic horse racing premise to a global scale. The series is available every Wednesday at 7 a.m. JST across multiple platforms, including the official YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram accounts of Sukima no Anime. Makibao Embarks on a Global Training Journey Dokodemo Makibao: World Tour follows the titular donkey-like racehorse Makibao and his companions as they travel around the world…