Author: AnimeNEET

Fans of the hit dark fantasy series Chainsaw Man in Japan are in for an electrifying experience as Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is set to feature special midnight screenings on its release day, September 19, 2025. These exclusive late-night viewings will take place in 12 theaters across major Japanese cities, including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Hokkaido, offering an early dive into Denji’s next thrilling chapter. The announcement, made via the official Chainsaw Man series website, builds anticipation for the highly awaited film, which directly continues the narrative of the first anime season. Midnight Premieres and Enhanced…

The popular anime series Turkey! Time to Strike, which uniquely blends tenpin bowling with thrilling time travel, recently unveiled its tenth episode, titled “What Do We Do? Split” (or “どうする？スプリット” in Japanese). Airing on September 9, 2025, this pivotal episode marks a significant turning point for the Ikkokukan High School bowling club as they grapple with the consequences of their temporal displacement and the fate of their newfound allies. The Return to the Present and a Sobering Revelation Episode 10 sees the five core members of the Ikkokukan High School bowling club – Mai, Rina, Sayuri, Nozomi, and Nanase –…

What happens when two friends, navigating the murky waters between platonic affection and burgeoning romance, find themselves alone in a private hot spring? For fans of “There’s No Freaking Way I’ll Be Your Lover! Unless…” (also known as Watanare), Episode 10, titled “A Trip With Just the Two of Us?! No Way!”, delivered a potent mix of heartwarming intimacy, emotional vulnerability, and a dash of classic romantic comedy chaos. This pivotal episode deepened the bond between Renako Amaori and Ajisai Sena, only to introduce a familiar disruptive force at its climax. The Hot Spring Getaway: A Test of Friendship and…

Sei Soragami’s romance manga series, Twenty and the Beast (Nijū to Seijū), is officially set to conclude with its next chapter, scheduled for release on October 10. The announcement was made in the October issue of Kodansha’s Bessatsu Friend magazine. The popular office romance, known for its exploration of an age-gap relationship, will wrap up after a run that began in October 2022. Publication History and English Release Twenty and the Beast debuted in Kodansha’s Bessatsu Friend magazine in October 2022. The series has garnered a following for its engaging storyline and character dynamics. It has been compiled into seven…

Bukimi Miki’s popular superhero manga series, Shy, is set to enter its “last battle” with its next chapter, as announced in the 41st issue of Akita Publishing’s Weekly Shōnen Champion magazine. This significant development, revealed on Thursday, September 11, 2025, marks the beginning of the end for the beloved series that debuted in 2019 and inspired a TV anime in 2023 and 2024. The Journey of a Timid Heroine Shy tells the story of a world on the brink of a third World War, averted by the emergence of super-powered individuals from various countries, ushering in an era of relative…

The official website and associated accounts for the TV anime adaptation of “Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time” (also known as Izure Saikyō no Renkinjutsu-shi? or Someday Will I Be The Greatest Alchemist?) officially announced on Thursday, September 11, 2025, that a second season is now in production. Further details, including a release date for the upcoming season, have yet to be confirmed. The announcement was accompanied by a celebratory illustration from Tarō Sasakama, the artist behind the manga adaptation of the series. First Season’s Success and Premise The initial 12-episode season of Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All…

The official website for the anime adaptation of Yasuhisa Hara’s Kingdom manga has revealed additional cast members and a brand-new trailer for its highly anticipated sixth series, set to begin broadcasting on October 4. The latest promotional video offers a sneak peek at the series’ new ending song, “Hoko” by Sora Tomonari, and introduces five new characters joining the historical epic. The upcoming season promises to delve into the intense war between the Qin and Zhao kingdoms, with protagonist Xin taking up Wang Yi’s legendary spear. New Voices Join the Battlefield: Key Cast Additions The newly announced voice cast members…

Fans of the unique Isekai series, “Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon,” can now stream the eleventh episode of its highly anticipated second season. Episode 11 was released on September 10, 2025, continuing the adventures of the sentient vending machine, Boxxo, and his companion, Lammis. Season 2 Continues Boxxo’s Dungeon Delving The second season of “Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon” premiered on July 2, 2025, with new episodes typically arriving every Wednesday. Crunchyroll is the primary platform for streaming the series outside of Asia, offering both Japanese dubs with English subtitles…

Tokyo, Japan – The Tokyo Gap-Financing Market (TGFM), a crucial platform for film project development and financing in Asia, has announced its selection of 23 feature film projects for its sixth edition. The lineup, revealed on Thursday, September 11, 2025, features a diverse slate that includes a new animated film from acclaimed director Ayumu Watanabe and a highly anticipated live-action adaptation of the manga “Staring at Your Back.” The 6th Tokyo Gap-Financing Market will take place from October 29 to 31, 2025, as a key component of TIFFCOM 2025, the content market affiliated with the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival…

The highly anticipated original anime series, Dusk Beyond the End of the World (also known as Towa no Yuugure), has released its second promotional video, offering fans a deeper look into its futuristic world and revealing that Hana Hope will perform the ending theme song, “Two Of Us.” The new video builds anticipation for the series, which is set to premiere with an “Episode 0” on September 25, 2025, followed by its first official episode on October 2. A Glimpse into a Transformed Future The second promotional video for Dusk Beyond the End of the World showcases more of the…

TOKYO – The first film in the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle arc has made history, becoming the fastest movie in Japan to surpass 30 billion yen at the box office. The film, officially titled Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Arc Part 1: Akaza Returns, achieved this monumental feat in just 46 days since its release on July 18, 2025, outpacing its predecessor, Demon Slayer: Mugen Train. As of September 7, the movie had grossed ¥31.42 billion (approximately US$212.28 million) from over 22 million tickets sold. By September 10, its earnings had further escalated…

The highly anticipated “Wandance” hip-hop anime has released its second full promotional video, offering fans a deeper look into the series’ musical landscape, a vast array of voice and dance cast members, additional production staff, and confirming its premiere date of October 8, 2025. The anime, based on Coffee’s popular manga, is set to deliver a dynamic and music-filled coming-of-age story to audiences worldwide via Disney+. Premiere Details and Global Streaming “Wandance” will officially begin its broadcast in Japan on October 8, 2025, airing on TV Asahi and its affiliated channels, followed by AT-X on October 10 and BS Asahi…

Ōhashi Hirai’s critically acclaimed baseball manga, The Days of Diamond (known in Japan as Diamond no Kōzai), is set to resume serialization with chapter 87 on September 18. The announcement was made by Shueisha’s Young Jump platform through its official X (formerly Twitter) account. The manga, which has garnered significant praise, will appear in the 42nd issue of Weekly Young Jump. Understanding The Days of Diamond Manga The Days of Diamond is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Ōhashi Hirai. It began its serialization in Shueisha’s seinen manga magazine, Weekly Young Jump, in February 2023. The story, which…

GKIDS has officially released a new 4K trailer for the restored version of Satoshi Kon’s seminal psychological thriller, Perfect Blue, confirming its theatrical return to U.S. cinemas on October 3. The announcement, which initially broke during GKIDS’ panel at Anime NYC, has ignited excitement among long-time fans and promises a visually enhanced experience for new audiences to witness the chilling anime classic. The Return of a Masterpiece: ‘Perfect Blue’ in 4K Satoshi Kon’s 1997 directorial debut, Perfect Blue, is widely regarded as a landmark in animated psychological suspense, influencing numerous filmmakers and earning critical acclaim since its original release. The…

Fans of the dark fantasy isekai series “Game of Familia -Family Senki-” can brace themselves for the beginning of the end, as the manga has officially entered its final arc. The series, known for its intense narrative and mature themes, is now moving towards its conclusion. The Journey to the Finale “Game of Familia -Family Senki-,” or “Game of Familia: Kazoku Senki” in its original Japanese, has garnered a dedicated following since its inception. The manga plunges readers into a perilous fantasy world where a protagonist, along with his stepmother and two younger sisters, is summoned to combat an “Undead…

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is officially slated for a North American theatrical release on October 24, 2025, with Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Releasing handling distribution. New dubbed and subtitled trailers have been released, offering fans a glimpse into the highly anticipated continuation of Denji’s saga. U.S. Release Date and Global Rollout Confirmed Fans in the United States can mark their calendars for October 24, 2025, as Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc arrives in theaters. This U.S. premiere is part of a broader global release orchestrated by Crunchyroll through Sony Pictures Releasing, which will see the…

Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentōshō plunges viewers into a new chapter with its 22nd episode, “The Silent Pair,” marking a significant time jump and a shift in setting. This pivotal episode, which aired internationally on September 8, 2025, and in Japan on September 9, 2025, sets the stage for the series’ impending climax by exploring protagonist Jinya’s evolving life and introducing fresh, yet familiar, antagonists. A New Life in Kyoto: Jinya’s Soba Shop and Family Ties Episode 22 transports the narrative to April 1872, firmly planting Jinya in Meiji-era Kyoto after leaving Edo behind. Now approximately 50 years…

The official accounts for the highly anticipated anime adaptation of Iwatobineko’s manga, The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife (Tōmei Otoko to Ningen Onna: Sonouchi Fūfu ni Naru Futari), have released its first full promotional video. The update also brought with it the unveiling of additional cast members, key staff details, theme song information, and a confirmed premiere delay to January 2026. Premiere Date Confirmed for January 2026 After Initial Delay Fans eagerly awaiting the supernatural romance series will now mark their calendars for a January 2026 debut. The anime was originally slated for a 2025 release but has been…

The highly anticipated anime anthology series, Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26, is set to make its world premiere in the U.S. on October 5, 2025, at the Global Stage Hollywood Film Festival. Following this, the series will receive limited two-week theatrical screenings in Japan and South Korea before its global streaming debut on Prime Video in November. Global Stage Hollywood to Host U.S. World Premiere Fans in the United States will get the first glimpse of Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26 on October 5, 2025. The world premiere will take place at the Global Stage Hollywood Film Festival 2025, held at the TCL Chinese…

The upcoming “light anime” adaptation of Akira Iwafune’s fantasy light novel series Potion, Waga Mi o Tasukeru (Potions Will Save Me) has announced the addition of three new cast members: Yū Kobayashi, Miharu Hanai, and Yurika Moriyama. The series is set to premiere on October 2, 2025, on Tokyo MX. These new additions join the previously announced main cast, with Kaede Hondo starring as the protagonist Kaede and Takeo Ōtsuka voicing the dragon hunter Asuru. Expanding the Voice Cast: New Talents Join the Isekai Adventure The latest casting announcement brings fresh voices to the fantastical world of Potion, Waga Mi…