Author: AnimeNEET

The long-running One Piece anime marked a significant turning point on December 28, 2025, with the airing of Episode 1155, which concluded the explosive Egghead Arc and signaled the end of its continuous weekly release schedule. After 26 years, Toei Animation is transitioning the beloved series to a seasonal format, with new episodes set to resume in April 2026. This shift ushers in a new era for the Straw Hat Pirates’ animated adventures, promising a refreshed production approach and a temporary hiatus for fans. The End of an Era: Weekly Releases Conclude For over two and a half decades, One…

For players encountering the captivating mystery of Gnosia, the concept of “Episode 12” might suggest a linear narrative progression akin to a television series. However, Gnosia, the critically acclaimed visual novel and social deduction RPG, operates on a unique and intricate time-loop structure rather than traditional episodes. Understanding this fundamental design is key to fully appreciating its story and mechanics. Understanding Gnosia’s Narrative: Loops, Not Episodes Gnosia is centered around the premise of being trapped in an endlessly repeating time loop aboard a spaceship infested with a mysterious alien entity known as Gnosia. The primary goal for the player, alongside…

For devoted fans of the Kamen Rider franchise, Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider offers a unique blend of heartfelt homage and adult drama, exploring the lives of ordinary people deeply inspired by the iconic heroes. Episode 13, which premiered on December 27, 2025, delves deep into the emotional core of the series, shifting focus from grand battles against Shocker to the simmering, unresolved conflicts within the “Kamen Rider” group’s own ranks, particularly the strained relationship between siblings Ichiyo and Futaba Shimamura. This installment, titled “Futaba Explodes With Hatred and Resentment Toward Her Brother,” is a pivotal character-driven episode,…

REMOW announced on Tuesday the main staff and a new teaser visual for the upcoming television anime adaptation of Kuzushiro’s manga, The Moon on a Rainy Night (Amayo no Tsuki). The popular girls’ love drama series, which began serialization in June 2021 on Kodansha’s Comic Days manga website, is now taking a significant step towards its animated debut. Key Staff Revealed for “The Moon on a Rainy Night” Adaptation The production committee has brought together an experienced team to bring Kuzushiro’s poignant story to life. Tomoe Makino, known for directing Aharen-san wa Hakarenai and A Tale of the Secret Saint,…

The world of otome isekai often promises escape and wish fulfillment, but what happens when the “villainess” in question is trapped in a story she herself wrote in her angsty youth? This is the compelling premise behind The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess (Tensei Akujo no Kuro Rekishi), a series that has captivated audiences with its blend of humor, self-awareness, and genuine peril. As the anime adaptation recently concluded its first season, fans are dissecting every twist and turn, particularly the finale, which delivered both resolution to immediate threats and intriguing hints of a larger, more ominous future. The…

Long-running boxing manga Hajime no Ippo, penned by George Morikawa, has announced an indefinite hiatus following a period of increasingly irregular releases throughout 2025. The news, circulating primarily through Kodansha’s Weekly Shōnen Magazine and author communications, indicates a shift in the publication schedule to prioritize Morikawa’s health and ensure the continued quality of the series. Morikawa’s Health and Production Pace Lead to Changes The decision to move to an indefinite hiatus comes after Morikawa’s health has been a recurring factor in the manga’s publication schedule. In 2025, the series saw only 32 chapters published across approximately 48 issues of the…

The fantasy manga series Toki no Yūsha, penned by Yuto Yotsuba and illustrated by Takaaki Satō, is set to conclude its serialization on January 8. The series, which only recently debuted in Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shōnen Champion magazine, will bring its heroic narrative to an early close. The Brief Journey of Toki no Yūsha Toki no Yūsha, known by its alternative title Toki no Yuusha, centers on the protagonist Balt, a hero bearing a special crest in a world where demons have claimed half of humanity’s territory. As Balt approaches his 17th birthday, anticipating the awakening of his heroic powers,…

Aki Akimoto’s romantic comedy manga series, Mechanical Marie+ (Kikaijikake no Marie+), officially concluded its serialization in Hakusensha’s LaLa magazine on December 24, 2025. The final chapter appeared in the magazine’s February issue. The sequel series will see its second and final collected tankōbon volume ship on March 5. The End of a Sweet Sequel Mechanical Marie+ continued the charming story of a human maid pretending to be a robot, protecting her misanthropic master. The sequel series focused on the maid-and-master couple during their honeymoon, delivering a definitive conclusion for fans. It began its serialization in LaLa on April 24, 2025,…

The manga adaptation of Midori Yūma and Laruha’s popular Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits (Kakuriyo Yadomeshi) light novel series, drawn by Tsugaru Toba, is set to publish its final chapter in Kodansha’s Monthly Shōnen Sirius magazine. The conclusion will appear in the magazine’s February issue, which is slated for release on January 26, 2026. Kodansha will then ship the 11th and final compiled book volume on February 27, 2026. The Journey of Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits The Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits series began as a light novel written by Midori Yūma and illustrated by Laruha.…

The ongoing manga series, A Ninja and an Assassin Under One Roof (Ninja to Koroshiya no Futarigurashi) by HundredBurger, is set to conclude with its seventh compiled book volume. The announcement was made in the sixth volume of the series, which was released recently. The popular “deadly comedy slice of life” manga, which inspired an anime adaptation, has been serialized on Kadokawa’s Comic Dengeki DaiohG magazine website since August 2021. Seven Seas Entertainment licenses the manga for English publication, with the first volume released on December 16. The Story of Satoko and Konoha A Ninja and an Assassin Under One…

Two notable figures in the manga industry, Rin Suzukawa, known for Asobi Asobase, and writer Jun Esaka, celebrated for his work on Naruto and One Piece novels, are set to debut new manga series this January. Both highly anticipated titles will launch on Shogakukan’s Manga ONE app, promising fresh narratives from established creators. Rin Suzukawa Unveils “Galaxy Pū-chan” Rin Suzukawa, the acclaimed creator of the “surreal gag” comedy Asobi Asobase, is set to release a new full-color manga titled Galaxy Pū-chan Uchū no Hajikko de Konnichiwa (Galaxy Pū-chan: Hello from the Edge of the Universe) on January 4. Manga ONE…

Kodansha’s K Manga platform has officially launched the English serialization of Ippei Nara’s popular manga, The Daily Life of a Single 29-Year-Old Adventurer, now titled An Adventurer’s Daily Grind at Age 29. The announcement was made on K Manga’s X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, December 27, 2025, bringing the fantasy-slice-of-life series to English-speaking audiences. The move expands K Manga’s growing library of officially translated works and comes ahead of the manga’s anime television series adaptation, which is slated to premiere in January 2026. What is An Adventurer’s Daily Grind at Age 29 About? The manga centers on Shinonome Hajime,…

Akimine Kamijyō, known for popular manga series such as Samurai Deeper Kyo and Code:Breaker, is set to launch a new short manga spinoff based on Midori Yūma’s The Ayakashi Hunter’s Tainted Bride (Kizumono no Hanayome) novels. The four-chapter series, titled Sumekuni no Sōheki Kizumono no Hanayome Gaiden (The Imperial Nation’s Peerless Pair The Ayakashi Hunter’s Tainted Bride Side Story), will debut in the February 2026 issue of Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius magazine, which goes on sale on January 26. Delving into a Prequel Story The upcoming spinoff by Akimine Kamijyō will offer readers a look into the world of The…

Following the conclusion of One-Punch Man Season 3’s initial run on December 28, 2025, the official anime account has announced that a second part is slated for release in 2027. This revelation comes amidst a polarizing reception for the first part of Season 3, which drew significant fan and critical discussion regarding its animation quality. Official Announcement and Anticipated Return The announcement of One-Punch Man Season 3 Part 2 in 2027 officially confirms the continuation of Saitama’s latest animated adventures. The news was shared shortly after the broadcast of Episode 12, the season finale of the first cour, which premiered…

SPY×FAMILY Season 3 officially wrapped up its 13-episode run on December 27, 2025, bringing another chapter of the Forger family’s espionage and domestic adventures to a close. The highly anticipated season, which began airing on October 4, 2025, delivered a blend of heartwarming moments, comedic escapades, and intense spy action. However, as the credits rolled on the finale, fans were met with an unexpected development: no immediate announcement for a fourth season. A Season of Intrigue and Family Bonds SPY×FAMILY Season 3, produced by Wit Studio and CloverWorks, continued to follow master spy Loid Forger (Twilight), his assassin wife Yor,…

The highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of HYBE and ENHYPEN’s popular webtoon, “Dark Moon: The Blood Altar,” is officially slated for a January 9, 2026, premiere in Japan. A recent video announcement, revealed during the Aniplex Online Fest 2025, showcased the primary Japanese voice cast and key production staff for the series. Crunchyroll is set to stream the urban fantasy teen romance globally, covering North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS regions. Stellar Voice Cast Brings Characters to Life The core group of characters from the “Dark Moon: The Blood Altar” webtoon will…

The upcoming historical fiction anime, “Oedo Fire Slayer -The Legend of Phoenix-,” has unveiled its second promotional video, offering fans a fresh look at the series and officially revealing that the popular rock duo Porno Graffitti will perform the opening theme song. The new trailer showcases the anime’s animation and provides a first listen to the opening track, titled “Hamidashi Gomen” (“Sorry for Sticking Out”). The highly anticipated series is set to begin its broadcast in Japan on January 11, 2026. A Glimpse into the World of “Oedo Fire Slayer” The new video deepens the anticipation for “Oedo Fire Slayer…

The latest installment of the popular anime series, “A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace” (笑顔のたえない職場です。), aired its twelfth episode on December 22, 2025, bringing viewers a heartwarming exploration of professional camaraderie and the profound impact of creator-fan connections. The episode, which streamed internationally, centered on celebrations of success for protagonist Nana Futami and her colleagues, culminating in an emotional book signing event. Celebrating Success and Camaraderie in the Manga Industry Episode 12, titled “A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace – Episode 12: Volume 2,” kicked off with multiple celebrations honoring the characters’ recent achievements. A pizza party was held at Takizawa’s home…

Fans of Masaoki Shindō’s beloved slice-of-life fantasy manga, RuriDragon, can rejoice as the series is officially slated to receive a TV anime adaptation produced by the renowned studio Kyoto Animation. The highly anticipated animated series is currently scheduled for release in 2027, marking a significant milestone for the popular manga. The Dragon’s Roar: RuriDragon Gets Anime Adaptation The announcement of a RuriDragon TV anime by Kyoto Animation has sent ripples of excitement through the anime and manga community. Kyoto Animation, often abbreviated as KyoAni, confirmed the adaptation, making it their first Shonen Jump anime in the studio’s 40-year history. The…

Tokyo, Japan – The inaugural Japan-China International Animation Film Festival (JCIAFF) is set to launch from May 28 to May 31, 2026, in Saitama, Japan, with a significant highlight: a dedicated category for AI Animation. The festival aims to foster global exchange within the animation community and explore innovative forms of expression through artificial intelligence. The announcement marks a forward-thinking move in the animation world, acknowledging the rapidly evolving landscape of content creation. The festival will be accepting entries from February 2 to March 8, 2026, inviting creators to submit works across various categories, including Feature Animation, Short Animation, Short-Short…