Here’s a breakdown of the North American anime and manga releases for the week of June 1-7, 2025, ensuring you don’t miss out on the latest adventures hitting the shelves and screens.
Anime Releases
This week brings a selection of new Blu-ray releases, including complete collections and new seasons of popular series.
I☆CHU: Halfway Through The Idol BD: (Anime Limited, US$49.99, June 3)
- For fans of idol anime, this release offers a chance to dive into the world of I☆CHU, following the journey of aspiring idols.
The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior BD: (Sentai Filmworks, US$59.98, June 3)
- A complete collection of this comedy anime about a high school student living in a unique boarding house filled with quirky residents.
Log Horizon Season 1 BD: (Crunchyroll, US$69.98, June 3)
Log Horizon Season 2 BD: (Crunchyroll, US$69.98, June 3)
Log Horizon: Destruction of the Round Table BD: (Crunchyroll, US$69.98, June 3)
- These Log Horizon releases cover the first two seasons and the Destruction of the Round Table arc, perfect for fans of the isekai genre with a strategic and MMO-RPG twist.
Pigtails & Other Short Stories – Short Film Anthology BD: (Anime Limited, US$26.99, June 3)
- A collection of short animated films for those who enjoy diverse and artistic animation.
Tokyo Marble Chocolate BD: (Anime Limited, US$19.99, June 3)
- A heartwarming romantic anime about a couple in Tokyo and their everyday adventures.
Manga Releases
This week’s manga releases offer a wide array of genres, from action-packed adventures to heartwarming romances and everything in between.
Attack on Titan: FLY Collector’s Box Set GN 35 (hardcover): (Kodansha USA, US$349.99, June 3)
- A premium collector’s edition for Attack on Titan fans, featuring the final volume in a special hardcover box set.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex GN 2: (Viz Media, US$11.99, June 3)
- The continuation of Boruto’s story, now with a new title, Two Blue Vortex, promising new challenges and developments.
The Bugle Call: Song of War GN 1: (Viz Media, US$11.99, June 3)
- A new manga series focusing on war and potentially historical or fantasy elements.
Crossplay Love: Otaku x Punk GN 12: (Seven Seas, US$13.99, June 3)
- Continuing the series about an otaku and a punk navigating their relationship with a crossplay twist.
DAN DA DAN GN 13: (Viz Media, US$11.99, June 3)
- More supernatural and comedic adventures in this ongoing series.
Desperate March for Love GN: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- A romance manga with a unique premise, likely involving comedic and heartfelt moments.
Dr. Stone GN 27: (Viz Media, US$11.99, June 3)
- The latest installment in the thrilling and educational Dr. Stone series.
The Dungeon of Black Company GN 12: (Seven Seas, US$13.99, June 3)
- More adventures in this isekai series about a man forced to work in a dungeon.
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity GN 7: (Kodansha USA, US$13.99, June 3)
- A romance manga that continues to explore themes of dignity and relationships.
The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses GN 12: (Square Enix, US$12.99, June 3)
- Further developments in this sweet and humorous manga about a girl who constantly forgets her glasses.
Hell is Dark with No Flowers GN 2: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- Continuing the dark and potentially tragic story in this series.
I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class GN 2: (Seven Seas, US$13.99, June 3)
- More of the comedic and romantic developments in this unlikely marriage story.
I Hear the Sunspot: Four Seasons GN 3: (One Peace Books, US$13.95, June 3)
- A heartwarming series focusing on relationships and personal growth.
Imitation Play GN: (Tokyopop, US$14.99, June 5)
- Likely a new series focusing on themes of imitation, performance, or identity.
Initial D Omnibus 6 (Vol. 11-12): (Tokyopop, US$22.99, June 5)
- Another omnibus edition of the classic racing manga Initial D.
Kaiju No. 8 GN 11: (Viz Media, US$9.99, June 3)
- The latest volume in the popular Kaiju No. 8 series, filled with action and suspense.
Kill Blue GN 1: (Viz Media, US$9.99, June 3)
- A brand-new series promising action and intrigue.
My Hero Academia GN 41: (Viz Media, US$9.99, June 3)
- The ongoing adventures of aspiring heroes in My Hero Academia.
One Piece GN 109: (Viz Media, US$9.99, June 3)
- The latest volume in the epic One Piece saga.
Reborn as a Space Mercenary: With My Own Battleship! GN 01: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- A new isekai series with a space-faring twist.
Sasaki and Miyano GN 09: (Yen Press, US$13.00, June 3)
- Continuing the heartwarming and wholesome relationship between Sasaki and Miyano.
The Summer You Were There GN 02: (Yen Press, US$13.00, June 3)
- More of this poignant and reflective manga series.
Yakuza Fiancee: Raise Wa Tanin Ga Ii GN 07: (Kodansha USA, US$13.99, June 3)
- Continuing the story of a yakuza family and their complex relationships.
Light Novel Releases
For light novel enthusiasts, here are some new titles to look forward to:
Bungo Stray Dogs, Vol. 9: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- Continuing the supernatural adventures with literary figures.
Didn’t I Say to Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?!, Vol. 18: (Seven Seas Entertainment, US$15.00, June 3)
- More comedic fantasy adventures.
The Eminence in Shadow, Vol. 8: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- More of the dark and comedic fantasy series.
The Girl Downstairs, Vol. 2: (Yen Press, US$20.00, June 3)
- Continuing this romantic and dramatic series.
Goblin Slayer, Vol. 17: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- More dark fantasy and goblin slaying action.
In Another World With My Smartphone, Vol. 28: (J-Novel Club, US$17.99, June 3)
- The latest installment in the isekai adventure.
My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!, Vol. 7: (Seven Seas Entertainment, US$15.00, June 3)
- Continuing the comedic adventures of Catarina Claes.
Overlord, Vol. 15: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- More dark fantasy and strategic gameplay in Overlord.
Re:Zero – Starting Life in Another World, Vol. 11: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- Continuing the time-looping isekai adventure.
So I’m a Spider, So What?, Vol. 11: (Yen Press, US$15.00, June 3)
- More of the adventures of a spider reincarnate.
Classroom of the Elite: 2nd Year, Vol. 7: (Seven Seas Entertainment, US$15.00, June 3)
- Continuing the psychological thriller series.
What to Watch and Read This Week
- For Action Fans: Kaiju No. 8, Kill Blue, and My Hero Academia offer high-octane action and thrilling storylines.
- For Romance Readers: Desperate March for Love, The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses, and Sasaki and Miyano provide heartwarming and comedic moments.
- For Isekai Enthusiasts: Log Horizon, The Dungeon of Black Company, and Reborn as a Space Mercenary offer unique twists on the popular genre.
- For Collectors: The Attack on Titan: FLY Collector’s Box Set is a must-have for fans of the series.
With such a diverse range of anime and manga releases this week, there’s something for every fan to enjoy! Be sure to check out these new titles and dive into your next favorite series.
