Author: AnimeNEET

A fresh batch of anime and manga titles are hitting North American shelves this week, offering a diverse selection for fans. From exciting anime Blu-ray releases to highly anticipated manga volumes, here’s a rundown of what’s new in the world of Japanese animation and comics. Anime Releases: What to Watch Several exciting anime titles are making their debut or continuing their run on Blu-ray. Discotek Media and Crunchyroll are releasing a variety of series, catering to different tastes. Chie the Brat Season 2 SDBD: Discotek brings another season of this classic series. Cutie Honey SDBD: Another classic title gets a…

Yanmar Holdings’ original anime project, Miru: Paths To My Future, is set to premiere in April 2025 in Japan, showcasing a unique omnibus series. The official website has revealed the story and cast details for each of the five episodes, promising a diverse and engaging narrative. The anime explores themes of environmentalism and the future, featuring a robot named MIRU who travels through time to help people and inspire positive change. Episode Breakdown: Stories and Cast Each episode of Miru: Paths To My Future features a distinct storyline, animation studio, and cast of characters. Masuo Ueda (Mobile Suit Gundam III:…

Episode 20 of Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow- sees Sung Jinwoo facing his most formidable challenge yet in the Demon Castle, battling the Demon King Baran atop a fearsome white dragon. Titled “Looking Up Was Tiring Me Out,” the episode delivers intense action and progresses Jinwoo’s quest to cure his mother’s illness. Esil’s Bargain and the System’s Intervention The episode begins with Jinwoo facing Esil Radiru, a demon noble, after clearing multiple floors of the Demon Castle [3, 5]. Initially, Esil begs for mercy, but then attempts a surprise attack [1, 3]. Tusk intervenes, protecting Jinwoo with…

The Rising of the Shield Hero fans rejoice! Season 4 is officially slated to premiere in July 2025, and along with the release date, new cast members have been announced, promising a deeper dive into the intensifying conflict with Q’ten Lo and Raphtalia’s heritage. July 2025 Premiere Date Set Mark your calendars! The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 is confirmed for a July 2025 release. This announcement follows the renewal of the series a year prior and sets the stage for the next chapter in Naofumi’s journey. New Cast Members Join the Ensemble The new season will welcome…

Episode 7 of I May Be a Guild Receptionist, but I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time sees Alina finally getting to enjoy the Centennial Festival, but a new threat emerges in the form of dark gods, and Lululee confronts her past. The episode, titled “Since It’s the Long-awaited Centennial Festival, I’ll Definitely Enjoy It to the Fullest,” premiered on February 21st, 2025, for most overseas audiences. Alina and Jade’s Festival Date The episode kicks off with Alina and Jade attending the Centennial Festival together, fulfilling Alina’s agreement to a date with him. The festival is depicted as…

Episode 21 (Season 2 Episode 8) of My Happy Marriage aired on February 24th on TOKYO MX and other networks. This episode delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding Miyo’s Usuba blood and the growing threat of the Gifted Communion. Imperial Conference and Looming Infiltration Growing certainty surrounds the infiltration of someone involved with the Gifted Communion into the nation’s core. Consequently, an imperial conference is held at the palace to address the situation. The episode highlights the political maneuvering and the potential dangers lurking within the highest levels of power. A Ladies’ Gathering and Takaihito’s Revelation Hazuki organizes a “Ladies’…

The anime adaptation of Uoto’s historical manga, Orb: On the Movements of the Earth (Chi: Chikyū no Undō ni Tsuite), has announced the addition of Shōya Ishige to its voice cast. Ishige will be voicing the character of Albert Brudzewski, a young baker. Shōya Ishige Joins the Cast as Albert Brudzewski Shōya Ishige is set to voice Albert Brudzewski, a young baker who has lost his academic curiosity following a specific incident. The character will make his debut appearance in the anime’s 23rd episode, which will be released on Saturday. About Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Orb: On…

Kazuha Kishimoto, the author behind the popular “Summoned to Another World… Again?!” series, is joining forces with IsII, the manga artist known for their work on “Drakengard,” to launch a brand new manga series. The series, titled “Saikyō no Kensei to Kenja no moto ni Tenseishita Ore wa Mujikaku Musōsuru” (I Reincarnated Under the Strongest Swordmaster and Sage and Unknowingly Became Unrivaled), promises a fresh take on the isekai genre, blending action, fantasy, and a touch of humor. A New Isekai Adventure Begins The announcement of this collaboration has generated considerable excitement among manga fans. Both Kishimoto and IsII bring…

The Tales of Crestoria manga has reached its conclusion, marking the end of a two-year journey adapting and expanding upon the narrative of the now-defunct mobile game. The final chapter of Tales of Crestoria: Sinful Song of the Guilty was published on Sunday, leaving fans with a completed story after the game’s early closure. From Mobile Game to Manga Adaptation Tales of Crestoria initially launched as a mobile game for iOS and Android in July 2020. Despite high expectations, the game faced harsh criticism and was ultimately shut down in February 2022 due to the “inability to meet expectations” for…

Episode 8 of Tasokare Hotel brings a familiar face to Neko, but not without stirring up more questions than answers within the enigmatic hotel nestled between life and death. While previous episodes focused on individual guests and their journeys to resolve lingering attachments, this installment marks the first part of a multi-episode arc, leaving viewers hanging with an unresolved narrative and a sense of unease. A Starstruck Encounter Neko’s defining character trait is her passion for idols, so it’s no surprise that she is beside herself when a famous idol, Kaneko, checks into the Tasokare Hotel. Overjoyed, Neko struggles to…

Episode 8 of Medalist has landed, and the pressure is mounting for Inori as she navigates the challenges of the 1st Badge Exam. With new rivals emerging and a last-minute crisis threatening to derail her performance, can Inori maintain her confidence and deliver her best on the ice? The Stakes Rise at the 1st Badge Exam Inori and Tsukasa have been diligently working towards the next Badge Test, a crucial step in Inori’s journey to becoming a top figure skater. Episode 8 plunges viewers straight into the heart of the competition, introducing us to some formidable new faces. Meet the…

Shangri-La Frontier continues to captivate audiences with its intricate blend of gaming and fantasy elements. Season 2 is currently airing, delivering new twists and challenges for our protagonist, Rakuro Hizutome, also known as Sunraku. The anime, animated by studio C2C, is currently in its second cour. The latest developments in the series are generating significant buzz among fans. Episode 45: A Descent into the Deep-Sea Metropolis Episode 45, titled “Time for a Three-Way Cut on the Dragon Fish,” sees Sunraku dragged into the Abyssal Alliance Capital, a deep-sea metropolis called Ruluias. This city is under the influence of Kutarnid of…

Wataru Nadatani, the Harvey Award-nominated creator of the popular manga series “Cat + Gamer,” is preparing to launch a new manga series titled “Cat + Crazy”. Dark Horse Manga has licensed the series and plans to release the first volume in English on June 24, 2025. A New Purr-fect Adventure “Cat + Crazy” promises to be a humorous and heartwarming manga for all animal and cat lovers. The story revolves around Kensuke Fuji, a high school student who adores cats but is unable to spend much time with them due to family allergies. This sets the stage for a comedic…

The ghostly halls of Kamome Academy echo with chilling revelations as “Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun” Season 2 reaches its seventh episode. Titled “Make Sense,” this latest installment, which premiered on February 23, 2025, delves deeper into the fabricated reality engulfing Nene and Kou, forcing them to confront a disturbing truth with deadly implications. The Unraveling of a False World Episode 7 picks up with Nene and Kou’s relentless pursuit of Mitsuba, now alive in this false world, seeking answers about their increasingly bizarre surroundings. They notice strange anomalies that shake their belief in the reality of their situation. Even their friends are…

Sachi Miyabe, the creator of the popular manga Mame Coordinate, is set to launch a brand new manga series titled Bocchi ga Atsumatte Viking Ittemita (ぼっちが集まってバイキング行ってみた), which translates to “Us Loners Got Together and Went to the Buffet”. The series will debut in the upcoming March 7 issue of Houbunsha’s Weekly Manga Times magazine, hitting shelves on February 28th. A Story About Connection and Food Bocchi ga Atsumatte Viking Ittemita centers around Ritsu, an office lady who tends to overthink what others think of her. She discovers that two people she met through an online game, Mo and Rune, are…

Episode 7 of “The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World” has dropped, and fans are buzzing about the fresh lore, the introduction of a new tokusatsu-inspired hero, and the deepening mysteries surrounding the Red Ranger’s isekai destiny. This week’s episode takes viewers deeper into the Sun Forest, revealing secrets held by the Sun Elves and introducing a character with powers eerily similar to Kizuna Red. A Desert Oasis: The Sun Forest The episode opens with Togo (Red Ranger) and his companions, Yihdra, Teltina, and Lowji, traversing a vast desert. Their journey leads them to an unexpected sight: the…

The latest episode of “The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You” Season 2 has arrived, bringing with it a whirlwind of comedic chaos and heartwarming moments. Episode 19, titled “Karaoke Crisis,” sees Rentaro and his ever-growing family of girlfriends hitting the karaoke box, while also teasing a fateful encounter with a new potential girlfriend obsessed with beauty. A Night of Karaoke Calamity The Rentaro family decides to spend a holiday enjoying a karaoke outing. Rentaro, ever the supportive boyfriend, is thoroughly impressed by each of his girlfriends’ singing abilities. However, the spotlight shines on Shizuka, who…

The latest episode of “Beheneko: The Elf-Girl’s Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster!” has arrived, plunging Aria and her feline companion Tama into a whirlwind of royal intrigue and impending doom. Episode 9, titled “To the Capital! A Fateful Encounter!” sets the stage for a challenging new arc, filled with powerful adversaries and crucial training. A Summons to Clariel Aria, Tama, and their comrades find themselves summoned to the imperial capital of Clariel. This unexpected decree hints at matters of grave importance, pulling the adventurers from their familiar dungeon delving into the heart of the empire’s political and military power.…

Manga UP! Global has announced the addition of Shiki Yamori’s The Healer Consort manga to its digital catalog. The news, released on February 24, 2025, brings another intriguing title to the platform, known for its diverse selection of manga. This addition promises a blend of reincarnation, historical fantasy, and medical knowledge, appealing to a wide range of readers. A Nurse’s Isekai Journey The Healer Consort (Kōkyū Ihi Den in Japanese) tells the story of Shirai Ran, an ordinary nurse who dies and is reincarnated in the kingdom of Sekkakoku. In this new world, imperial courts wield significant power. Reborn as…

Episode 8 of “Blue Exorcist: The Blue Night Saga” has arrived, plunging viewers into the heart of the cataclysmic event that shaped the series’ core conflict. Rin Okumura’s journey into the past intensifies as he witnesses the devastating Blue Night firsthand. The episode, released on February 22nd, 2025, unveils tragic origins and sets the stage for future confrontations. A Front-Row Seat to Destruction: Rin’s Harrowing Vision The episode opens with Rin witnessing the sheer destructive force of Satan unleashed upon the world. He finds himself amidst the chaos of the Blue Night, a pivotal moment that defines his very existence.…