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Anticipated Return: Trailer Unveils New Season Details Fans of the critically acclaimed anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End can rejoice as a new teaser trailer for its second season has been officially unveiled. The trailer’s release coincided with Anime Expo 2025, an event that provided a platform for significant announcements regarding the anime’s highly anticipated return. The new season is set to premiere in January 2026, building on the success of its 28-episode first season, which captivated audiences from September 2024. The reveal at Anime Expo 2025 included a panel featuring key members of the production team, such as Chiaki Kobayashi,…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Hirohiko Araki’s JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 7: Steel Ball Run has officially unveiled its main staff at Anime Expo 2025. David Production, the studio behind all previous JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure anime adaptations, is confirmed to be returning for Steel Ball Run. Key Staff Members for Steel Ball Run The revealed staff includes a mix of returning veterans from the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure franchise, ensuring continuity in the adaptation’s artistic and narrative direction. Direction Team Directors: Yasuhiro Kimura and Hideya Takahashi will co-direct the series. Both previously served as co-directors for JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden…

Multimedia company N LITE has officially announced that it is working on a remake of Osamu Tezuka’s iconic anime series, Jungle Emperor Leo, known in the West as Kimba the White Lion. The confirmation came from Christiano Terry of N LITE during a panel at Anime Expo. This development signals a new interpretation of the seminal work by the esteemed “God of Manga.” The Enduring Legacy of Jungle Emperor Leo Jungle Emperor Leo originated as a manga series by Osamu Tezuka, serialized in Gakudosha’s Manga Shonen magazine from 1950 to 1954. The narrative centers on Leo, a white lion cub…

The highly anticipated “Eisen Flügel” anime film, based on Gen Urobuchi’s novel series, has unveiled its first trailer and a key visual, offering fans a glimpse into its aerial world of dragons and early aviation. The announcement was made by A-1 Pictures, the animation studio producing the film, during a panel at Anime Expo. The film adapts Gen Urobuchi’s “Eisen Flügel” light novel, which was originally published in 2009 with illustrations by Chuuou Higashiguchi. The story is set in a world where colossal dragons dominate the skies, and humanity dreams of challenging their aerial supremacy. The plot centers on Karl…

Night City’s dystopian sprawl will once again come to life in animated form, as a new 10-episode anime series, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, has been officially announced for production and will stream on Netflix. This revelation builds upon the immense critical and popular success of the original Cyberpunk: Edgerunners miniseries, which captivated audiences in 2022. The new series is confirmed to be a standalone story set within the expansive universe of Cyberpunk 2077, promising fresh narratives of redemption and revenge. The Phenomenal Success of the Original Cyberpunk: Edgerunners The first Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, a 10-episode original net animation (ONA) miniseries, premiered on…

Manga Mavericks, a new publishing division stemming from the Manga Mavericks website and podcast, has announced its first licensed titles, including “First Time in Taiwan: A Delicious Adventure!”, “Great Metal God”, and “Princess Da Huang & Other Titles”, during a panel at Anime Expo on Friday, July 4, 2025. This marks Manga Mavericks’ inaugural foray into licensing manga for release. Subscribers to the Manga Mavericks Substack newsletter will gain early access to these titles, with a manga reading feature being added to the newsletter on July 16, 2025. Licensed Titles and Release Schedule First Time in Taiwan: A Delicious Adventure!…

Kodansha USA Publishing has announced a robust slate of new manga licenses set to debut in Spring 2026, offering a diverse collection of highly anticipated titles and beloved classics. The announcement, made at Anime Expo 2025, includes new series like GALAXIAS, OMORI, and Fruit of the Underworld, alongside significant anniversary editions and deluxe box sets. This broad selection aims to captivate a wide range of readers, from fans of action-packed shonen and psychological adventures to those seeking romantic comedies and collector’s editions of foundational works. New Series Leading the Spring 2026 Charge The upcoming season is highlighted by several fresh…

Anime streaming giant Crunchyroll has officially announced its acquisition of the streaming rights for the upcoming two-part theatrical film compilation of the first IDOLiSH7 anime season. This development ensures that fans outside of Japan will have access to the highly anticipated films, further solidifying Crunchyroll’s position as a key platform for the popular idol franchise. The IDOLiSH7 1st Beat Compilation Films Unveiled The IDOLiSH7 1st Beat compilation films are designed to recap the events of the original 2018 IDOLiSH7 television anime series. This two-part theatrical release offers fans a chance to experience the genesis of the IDOLiSH7 idol group on…

The Pokémon franchise has begun streaming two new animated “summer vacation” shorts on its official YouTube channel as part of the “Pokémon to Kakeru Natsu Monogatari” (Summer Stories of Running With Pokémon) project. These shorts are designed for children and families to enjoy during the summer break, depicting characters embarking on adventures with Pokémon and making discoveries along the way. The first short, titled “First Outing with Morpeko” (Morpeko” to Hajime no Otekake”), premiered on July 4, 2025. This 11-minute 3D-animated short follows a boy named Shota and his partner Morpeko as they prepare to attend the Pokémon Beach Festival…

The popular anime series “The Apothecary Diaries” has officially announced the production of a new sequel, immediately following the conclusion of its second season on July 4, 2025. This continuation of Maomao’s story was revealed after the airing of Episode 24, which marked the finale of the second season (and Episode 48 overall for the series). The announcement explicitly refers to the upcoming production as a “sequel” rather than a third television season, with early details indicating it will “take place in a new land.” A teaser video accompanying the announcement has also been released. “The Apothecary Diaries” is based…

Moyoco Anno’s popular shojo manga, Sugar Sugar Rune, is set to receive new anime projects, as announced by Studio Khara during Japan Expo 2025. The announcement includes both a new animated short film and a separate, full-fledged anime adaptation of the manga. A 20th Anniversary Celebration with a Prequel Short Film To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Sugar Sugar Rune manga, Studio Khara has produced an original animated short film titled “SUGAR SUGAR RUNE Les deux sorcières”. This 3DCG short, directed by Yusuke Matsui, serves as a prequel to the original story, exploring Chocolat and Vanilla’s departure from the…

The highly anticipated second season of Aharen-san wa Hakarenai (Aharen-san Is Indecipherable) concluded its run in June 2025, delivering a finale that resonated deeply with fans of the charming romantic comedy. Airing from April to June 2025, the season comprised 12 episodes, building upon the established, endearing relationship between the quiet Reina Aharen and the imaginative Raidou Matsuboshi. The Journey to Season 2 The initial season captivated audiences with its unique blend of comedic misunderstandings and heartwarming moments, centered around Aharen’s inability to gauge personal distance and Raidou’s overactive imagination filling in the gaps. Their developing friendship, often blossoming in…

“Witch Watch” is a Japanese fantasy and romantic comedy series, originally a manga by Kenta Shinohara, which began its anime adaptation in April 2025. Episode 13 of the anime, titled “Werewolf – Shinkami Keigo – / Good Tiger, Proud Wolf / Easy and Super Charming,” premiered on Sunday, June 29, 2025. This episode introduces new developments in the lives of Nico Wakatsuki, a witch-in-training, and her childhood friend Morihito Otogi, an ogre tasked with protecting her from a prophesied calamity. The Arrival of Keigo Magami Following the events of previous episodes, Keigo Magami, a werewolf, moves into the Otogi household.…

Episode 1134 Release and Overview One Piece Episode 1134, titled “Cruel Fate – Kuma’s Decision as a Father,” was released on June 29, 2025, in Japan. This episode continues the emotional and tragic flashback of Bartholomew Kuma, delving deeper into his past and his motivations, particularly concerning his daughter, Bonney. The episode was highly anticipated, especially following a brief delay where a recap episode aired on June 22, 2025, instead of the new installment. The latest installment is a crucial part of the Egghead Arc, which resumed in April 2025 after a six-month hiatus. It aired on Crunchyroll almost immediately…

The popular romantic fantasy series, “There Was a Cute Girl in the Hero’s Party, So I Tried Confessing to Her” (Japanese: Yūsha Party ni Kawaii Ko ga Itanode, Kokuhaku Shite Mita), is officially receiving a television anime adaptation. This announcement brings the beloved light novels by Suisei and their manga adaptation by Kairi to the animated screen, promising to deliver the unique blend of comedy and heartwarming romance that has captivated readers. Anime Production Details and Key Staff Studio GEKKOU will be handling the animation production for the series. The main staff includes Yasutaka Yamamoto as Chief Director, known for…

The highly anticipated Arcanadea television anime adaptation has unveiled its “super teaser promotional video,” officially confirming that Kaede Hondo will voice the character Lumitea. This announcement solidifies Hondo’s continued involvement with the franchise, as she previously lent her voice to Lumitea in various promotional materials and the short video version of the four-panel manga titled YuruCanadea (also known as YuruCana). Kaede Hondo Reprises Her Role as Lumitea Kaede Hondo’s return to the role of Lumitea has been a significant point of interest for fans of the Arcanadea franchise. Hondo has been deeply involved in shaping the character’s appeal, noting her…

The popular light novel series, The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom (Akuyaku Reijō wa Ringoku no Ōtaishi ni Dekiai Sareru), is officially receiving an anime adaptation. The announcement was made by Kadokawa’s B’s-Log Bunko imprint on July 4, 2025, confirming the highly anticipated transition of the beloved romance story to the animated screen. Origins and Premise of the Series The series began its journey as a web novel on the online publishing platform Shōsetsuka ni Narō in March 2016, authored by Punichan. Its popularity led to a light novel adaptation, which commenced publication under Enterbrain’s…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Rocket Shokai and Mephisto’s dark fantasy light novel series, Sentenced to Be a Hero: The Prison Records of Penal Hero Unit 9004, has officially been delayed. Originally slated for an October 2025 release, the series will now premiere in January 2026. This postponement, announced by the production committee, aims to further improve the overall quality of the animation and storytelling, ensuring a more compelling experience for viewers. Official Confirmation and New Release Window The delay was officially confirmed on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, by the anime’s production committee. The series, produced by Studio Kai,…

J-Novel Club has announced the acquisition of nine new light novel series and five new manga titles, revealed during their Anime Expo panel on Thursday. These new licenses are set to launch immediately, expanding the digital publisher’s diverse catalog. New Light Novel Acquisitions The nine light novel titles added to J-Novel Club’s roster cover a range of genres, from fantasy and action to heartwarming slice-of-life stories. These new additions include: Guild Handyman? More like Mastermind! Using My Hidden Skills in the Shadows (Story by Sakaku Hishikawa, Illustrations by Yu-nit): This series follows Tenes Lumel, a seemingly ordinary guild handyman who…

Yen Press has announced a significant expansion to its manga and art book catalog, revealing three new manga licenses alongside Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian: Momoco’s Art Book. These acquisitions were unveiled as part of the publisher’s “Anime Expo Day 0 announcements.” The newly licensed manga titles are adaptations of previously licensed light novel series, further broadening the scope of beloved stories for Western audiences. New Manga Adaptations Joining the Yen Press Lineup The three manga series licensed by Yen Press cover a range of genres, from intricate romance to cyberpunk fantasy and supernatural mystery. These titles are…