The production team behind the television adaptation of Nyan Nyan Factory’s Chainsmoker Cat (Yanineko) manga announced that voice actress Yū Kobayashi is joining the cast as Penpen Neko. The character is slated to debut in the sixth episode, airing on Thursday. Image via Chainsmoker Cat anime’s website ©にゃんにゃんファクトリー・講談社／ヤニねこ製作委員会 Image via Chainsmoker Cat anime’s website ©にゃんにゃんファクトリー・講談社／ヤニねこ製作委員会 … Read more
Picture: Akane-Banashi – Zexcs Building on the massive success of its debut run, Akane-banashi is officially heading back to screens for a sophomore season in 2027! While the popular anime series is scheduled to kick off its broadcast in Japan this January, international Netflix viewers can anticipate a brief rollout window, with the global premiere … Read more
While anticipation builds for the third season of Wistoria: Wand and Sword, diving into the manga is a great way to stay ahead of the story. Created by writer Fujino Omori and illustrator Toshi Aoi, this fantasy series has grown immensely in popularity since its 2020 debut, amassing over 60 chapters. With the second season … Read more
Right from the start, The Ninth Jedi captures the true essence of Star Wars. Much of this magic lies in its storytelling rhythm. Although each segment functions as its own narrative, the broader series mirrors the classic structure of the original Star Wars trilogy. The two preceding Star Wars: Visions episodes serve as the opening … Read more
While isekai anime series are experiencing an explosive surge in popularity today, they were long considered a niche corner of the anime landscape. Historically, shonen titles ruled the industry, driven by iconic pioneers like Dragon Ball and later cemented by the cultural titans known as “The Big Three.” However, as anime breaks further into the … Read more
Twin Engine and Bandai Form Strategic Partnership and Commit 4 Billion Yen to New Joint Initiative Prominent anime planning and production studio Twin Engine—known for its work on acclaimed series such as Vinland Saga, Dororo, and Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku—has announced a major strategic alliance with toy and merchandising giant Bandai Co., Ltd. As part of … Read more
Fans of the legendary anime and manga franchise One Piece are facing a brief wait for an upcoming publication, though the delay comes down to an overwhelmingly positive challenge. According to updates shared via Oricon, the launch of ONE PIECE magazine Special Feature: Heroines 021 has been pushed back by just over three months. Originally … Read more
The English-language title for the project is Super Robot Wars Z II Ruination Remastered. Bandai Namco Entertainment Southeast Asia published an English announcement trailer on its YouTube channel on Monday for the upcoming Super Robot Wars Z II: Hakai-hen remaster. According to the footage, the company plans to officially release the title in English as … Read more
To celebrate the Japanese television premiere of the brand-new anime short My Hero Academia: I am a hero too, series creator Kōhei Horikoshi shared a fresh pair of character illustrations on social media. The first piece of art, posted shortly before the short’s broadcast, spotlights an adult Izuku "Deku" Midoriya. Alongside the artwork, Horikoshi included … Read more
Picture: Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe – Sunrise/Shochiku Widely celebrated as a high point for the franchise in recent years, Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe is officially scheduled to launch worldwide on Netflix on August 31, 2026. As a continuation of the 2021 hit Mobile Suit Gundam: … Read more