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Monday, August 31, 2020

Granblue Fantasy Game's Grand Blues! Comedy Anime Spinoff Reveals More Staff, October 8 Debut

New visual, returning cast also revealed

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-09-01/granblue-fantasy-game-grand-blues-comedy-anime-spinoff-reveals-more-staff-october-8-debut/.163523

Doraemon Film Stays at #2, 3rd Heaven's Feel Film Drops to #6

"Love Me, Love Me Not," live-action Yowamushi Pedal rank at #9, #10

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-09-01/doraemon-film-stays-at-no.2-3rd-heaven-feel-film-drops-to-no.6/.163512

Yen Press Releases New Haruhi Suzumiya Novel Simultaneously With Japan

The Intuition of Haruhi Suzumiya, 1st volume in series in 9.5 years, debuts on November 25

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/yen-press-releases-new-haruhi-suzumiya-novel-simultaneously-with-japan/.163516

hololive Virtual YouTuber Mano Aloe Retires 2 Weeks After Debut

Aloe was 'not physically or mentally prepared to continue with her activities' after original 2-week suspension for leaking Live2D model

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-31/hololive-virtual-youtuber-mano-aloe-retires-2-weeks-after-debut/.163472

The Misfit of Demon King Academy ‒ Episode 9

This is an insane amount of ground to cover in a single episode. Three or four of these scenes could have been taken, lengthened, and turned into a full episode with little problem.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-misfit-of-demon-king-academy/episode-9/.163470

RetroCrush Adds Haruka Nogizaka's Secret, Kite, Kobato., Lupin III: Part II Anime

Also: Haruka Nogizaka's Secret: Purezza, Metal Skin Panic MADOX-01

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/retrocrush-adds-haruka-nogizaka-secret-kite-kobato-lupin-iii-part-ii-anime/.163501

Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma: The Fifth Plate ‒ Episode 9

The cookery has been on a downhill slide, to the point that I've resigned myself to it as each episode trims yet more off of what used to be the chief allure of the series.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/food-wars-shokugeki-no-soma-the-fifth-plate/episode-9/.163466

LINE Novel App Ends Service on August 31

User-submitted novel service was first announced in April 2019

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-31/line-novel-app-ends-service-on-august-31/.163482

DMP's Juné Imprint to Release Volume 4 of Twittering Birds Never Fly Manga

4th volume ships with "something extra" in December

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/dmp-june-imprint-to-release-volume-4-of-twittering-birds-never-fly-manga/.163489

Fire Force ‒ Episode 33

The real centerpiece of the episode, though, is Tempe's fight with Ogun, which sees Fire Force rolling up its sleeves for a good old-fashioned bout of sakuga braggadocio.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/fire-force/episode-33/.163453

Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme VS. Maxiboost ON

Myles tries his hand at the cut-throat arcade hit's port to the PS4.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/game/playstation-4/mobile-suit-gundam-extreme-vs-maxiboost-on/.163173

Higurashi: When They Cry Smartphone Game Launches on September 3

iOS/Android game features all-new story

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/higurashi-when-they-cry-smartphone-game-launches-on-september-3/.163496

A Certain Scientific Railgun T ‒ Episode 21

Academy City has some sick and twisted things going on in its dark underbelly, but as demented experiments go, this one ranks high up the list.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/a-certain-scientific-railgun-t/episode-21/.163449

PREVIEW: Bandai Namco Games' Action RPG Scarlet Nexus

Heidi has the lowdown on Bandai Namco Games’ “brainpunk” adventure...and she can't wait to get her hands on the full game. Find out why!

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2020-08-31/preview-bandai-namco-games-action-rpg-scarlet-nexus/.163450

How Fan Translators Made Virtual YouTubers a Global Phenomenon

By this point in 2020, a mere four years after Kizuna AI's debut, there's just so much VTuber content out there that it gets a little overwhelming figuring out where to begin watching.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2020-08-31/how-fan-translators-made-virtual-youtubers-a-global-phenomenon/.162925

Only Yesterday Manga Gets Live-Action Special After Inspiring Ghibli Film

Keiko Matsuzaka, An star in story about 64-year-old Taeko aspiring to become actress

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/only-yesterday-manga-gets-live-action-special-after-inspiring-ghibli-film/.163493

'Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World' Anime Reveals Video, More Cast, October 7 Premiere

Azumi Waki, Aya Hisakawa join cast

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/our-last-crusade-or-the-rise-of-a-new-world-anime-reveals-video-more-cast-october-7-premiere/.163492

Manga Plus, Viz Media Both Release Phantom Seer Manga in English

Manga launched in Shonen Jump on Monday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/manga-plus-viz-media-both-release-phantom-seer-manga-in-english/.163485

Naoshi Arakawa's 'Farewell, My Dear Cramer' Manga Listed With Film, TV Anime Adaptations

Soccer series by Your Lie in April creator launched in 2016

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/naoshi-arakawa-farewell-my-dear-cramer-manga-listed-with-film-tv-anime-adaptations/.163491

Kamen Rider Zero-One Film Rescheduled for December 18, Kiramager Film Delayed to Early 2021

Films were previously slated to open on July 23

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/kamen-rider-zero-one-film-rescheduled-for-december-18-kiramager-film-delayed-to-early-2021/.163463

Author: Drops of God Final Arc Manga's Climax is Near

Amazon also lists manga is "just about to conclude"

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/author-drops-of-god-final-arc-manga-climax-is-near/.163465

Live-Action The Night Beyond the Tricornered Window Film Delayed to 2021 Due to COVID-19

Film based on Tomoko Yamashita's boys-love manga was originally scheduled to open on October 30

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/live-action-the-night-beyond-the-tricornered-window-film-delayed-to-2021-due-to-covid-19/.163483

Mary Skelter Finale Game Delayed to November 5

Staff cite "various circumstances" for 1-month delay

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/mary-skelter-finale-game-delayed-to-november-5/.163481

EX-ARM Anime Reveals Staff

The official website for the television anime of Shinya Komi and HiRock's EX-ARM manga revealed the show's staff on Monday. Yoshikatsu Kimura, who has...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-31/ex-arm-anime-reveals-staff/.163478

Battle Athletes Daiundōkai ReSTART! Anime Reveals TV Format, 2021 Debut, Visual

Anime to adapt new manga by Rui Takatō that launched in June

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/battle-athletes-daiundokai-restart-anime-reveals-tv-format-2021-debut-visual/.163477

Eagle Talon: Golden Spell Anime Reveals Promo Video, Theme Song Artists

New series in franchise premieres on October 4

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/eagle-talon-golden-spell-anime-reveals-promo-video-theme-song-artists/.163475

Idoly Pride Project's 2 Animated Music Videos Streamed

Anime part of multimedia project premieres in January 2021

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/idoly-pride-project-2-animated-music-videos-streamed/.163473

Sunday, August 30, 2020

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya Franchise Get 1st New Novel in 9 Years

New novel collects 1 new story, 2 previously published short stories

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-31/the-melancholy-of-haruhi-suzumiya-franchise-get-1st-new-novel-in-9-years/.163471

Demon Slayer High School Spinoff Gets Collaboration Café in September

Machi★Asobi CAFE will hold a collaboration event with Tales of a Demon Slayer Academy, an official spinoff of the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-30/demon-slayer-high-school-spinoff-gets-collaboration-cafe-in-september/.163383

YU-NO: A girl who chants love at the bound of this world.

Admittedly, a lot of YU-NO's rough edges come down to it having influenced media of all kinds for nearly thirty years.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/yu-no/a-girl-who-chants-love-at-the-bound-of-this-world-part-2-bd/.162083

Haikyu!! Releases Spread of Every Uniform in the Series

Newspaper ad shows support for young athletes after canceled Inter-High volleyball tournament in Japan

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-30/haikyu-releases-spread-of-every-uniform-in-the-series/.163242

The New Prince of Tennis: Hyōtei vs. Rikkai Anime Reveals 2-Part Release in February-March 2021

Announced with teaser visual

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/the-new-prince-of-tennis-hyotei-vs-rikkai-anime-reveals-2-part-release-in-february-march-2021/.163467

Bleach: Soul Rising MMORPG App Launches in Japan This Fall

Game launched in China in November 2018

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/bleach-soul-rising-mmorpg-app-launches-in-japan-this-fall/.163462

Dragon Ball Z: Karakarot Game to Add Super Saiyan God SS Vegeta, Goku as DLC

"New Power Awakens - Part 2" DLC launches later this year

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/dragon-ball-z-karakarot-game-to-add-super-saiyan-god-ss-vegeta-goku-as-dlc/.163461

Guardian of the Witch's Asahi Sakano Publishes 1-Shot on Shonen Jump+ Site

This year's 39th issue of Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine revealed on Monday that manga creator Asahi Sakano will debut a one-shot manga on Shueisha's...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-30/guardian-of-the-witch-asahi-sakano-publishes-1-shot-on-shonen-jump-site/.163459

Time Paradox Ghostwriter Manga Ends in Shonen Jump

2nd compiled volume ships in October

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/time-paradox-ghostwriter-manga-ends-in-shonen-jump/.163446

Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma Anime's 5th Season Casts Yuko Kaida

Kaida plays Sōma Yukihira's mother

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/food-wars-shokugeki-no-soma-anime-5th-season-casts-yuko-kaida/.163393

Black Clover Star Gakuto Kajiwara Makes Debut as Singer With Anime's Next Ending Theme

New song to debut in next episode on Tuesday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/black-clover-star-gakuto-kajiwara-makes-debut-as-singer-with-anime-next-ending-theme/.163442

EX-ARM Anime to Premiere in January 2021

This year's 39th issue of Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine revealed on Monday that the television anime of Shinya Komi and HiRock's EX-ARM manga...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-30/ex-arm-anime-to-premiere-in-january-2021/.163445

Burn the Witch Anime Reveals 4 More Cast Members

New cast play members of anime's "Top of Horns" group

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/burn-the-witch-anime-reveals-4-more-cast-members/.163458

Dogeza de Tanondemita Sexual Comedy Anime Unveils Cast

Yui Ogura, Juri Nagatsuma, Miyu Tomita, Ayaka Shimizu, Saika Kitamori each play 2-3 roles

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/dogeza-de-tanondemita-sexual-comedy-anime-unveils-cast/.163464

Eiyuden Chronicle Becomes 3rd-Most Funded Game on Kickstarter, Ends With US$4.5 Million Raised

Campaign raised US$4,571,418, funded companion town-creation RPG by Natsume-Atari

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/eiyuden-chronicle-becomes-3rd-most-funded-game-on-kickstarter-ends-with-usd4.5-million-raised/.163460

Saturday, August 29, 2020

Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Game Adds Fatalis in 'Final' Free Update

Update launches on October 1

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/monster-hunter-world-iceborne-game-adds-fatalis-in-final-free-update/.163443

Manga Plus Adds 'Excuse me dentist, it's touching me!' Manga in English

3rd chapter will release on September 4

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/manga-plus-adds-excuse-me-dentist-its-touching-me-manga-in-english/.163448

Tōtotsu ni Egypt Kami Net Anime Reveals Promo Video, Staff, More Cast, December Debut

Hikaru Midorikawa, Kenjiro Tsuda, Daisuke Namikawa, more join cast

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-30/tototsu-ni-egypt-kami-net-anime-reveals-promo-video-staff-more-cast-december-debut/.163457

Glacier Bay Books Licenses Arata Imai's Underground Manga 'F'

Ryan Holmberg translates manga that imagines Tohoku secession in wake of 2011 disaster

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-29/glacier-bay-books-licenses-arata-imai-underground-manga-f/.163456

Kamikaze Douga Produces 15-Minute Anime Short for Tales of Crestoria Smartphone Game

Short to stream worldwide on October 18

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-29/kamikaze-douga-produces-15-minute-anime-short-for-tales-of-crestoria-smartphone-game/.163455

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime's Rimuru Inspires Hand-crafted Wind Chimes

Edo-style wind chimes inspired by That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime are available for sale at Tokyo Otaku Mode's Japan online shop as of August 24....

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-29/that-time-i-got-reincarnated-as-a-slime-rimuru-inspires-hand-crafted-wind-chimes/.163254

Mimikyu Merchandise with 'Antique' Designs Featured in New Pokémon Prize Lottery

Mimikyu fans rejoice! Ichiban Kuji recently unveiled a new lottery campaign centering around the Ghost and Fairy-type Pokémon Mimikyu. Named "Pokémon Mimikyu's...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-29/mimikyu-merchandise-with-antique-designs-featured-in-new-pokemon-prize-lottery/.163130

Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Novel 1

Wealthy Yuna gets sucked into a game world and finds herself wearing an OP bear onesie!? Check out the review of the light novel that's inspiring an anime series this October!

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/kuma-kuma-kuma-bear/novel-1/.162825

Translation, Typesetting Company Amimaru Issues Statement Regarding Low Pay Rates

Manga translation and typesetting company Amimaru released a formal statement on Friday regarding pay rates for contractors, in response to accusations...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-29/translation-typesetting-company-amimaru-issues-statement-regarding-low-pay-rates/.163440

VTuber Kusunoki Sio Announces Hiatus Due to Harassment

Sio is in talks with a lawyer after multiple attempts were made to hack her social media accounts

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-29/vtuber-kusunoki-sio-announces-hiatus-due-to-harassment/.163131

Nagi Yanagi Sings Jun Maeda's The Day I Became a God Anime Themes

"Kimi to Iu Shinwa" opening previewed in new promo video for October anime

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-29/nagi-yanagi-sings-jun-maeda-the-day-i-became-a-god-anime-themes/.163447

Kimio Alive Manga Creator Kōsei Eguchi Passes Away at 23

Eguchi wrote Boy Meets Maria manga under penname PEYO

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-29/kimio-alive-manga-creator-kosei-eguchi-passes-away-at-23/.163444

Kakegurui Live-Action Film Gets Sequel in 2021

Film will feature returning staff, cast

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-29/kakegurui-live-action-film-gets-sequel-in-2021/.163437

Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory Game's Extended Trailer Previews Gameplay

Game launches for Switch, PS4, Xbox One in West on November 13, Japan on November 11

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-29/kingdom-hearts-melody-of-memory-game-extended-trailer-previews-gameplay/.163433

Friday, August 28, 2020

Light Novelist Masami Morokuchi Announces Indefinite Hiatus

Author notes increasing lack of interest in his works by FANBOX subscribers

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-28/light-novelist-masami-morokuchi-announces-indefinite-hiatus/.163261

Rent-A-Girlfriend ‒ Episode 8

If you've seen even a single romantic comedy before this one you can tell 5 seconds in that no, Chizuru isn't actually on a date and that this will all be explained as an innocent misunderstanding.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/rent-a-girlfriend/episode-8/.163430

No Guns Life ‒ Episode 20

In this week's meeting of the quasi-mechanical minds, the newly-iron-willed Tetsuro stares down the ambitions and philosophy of Professor Wachowski and his anti-cyborg terrorist cell.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/no-guns-life/episode-20/.163431

No Guns Life ‒ Episode 20

In this week's meeting of the quasi-mechanical minds, the newly-iron-willed Tetsuro stares down the ambitions and philosophy of Professor Wachowski and his anti-cyborg terrorist cell.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/no-guns-life/episode-20/.163431

Voice Actor Yūki Ono Announces Birth of His First Child

Voice of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure's Jōsuke revealed in 2017 that he had been married for 7 years

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-28/voice-actor-yuki-ono-announces-birth-of-his-first-child/.163400

Seven Deadly Sins: Imperial Wrath of The Gods

While King and Diane get swept into the past to learn some of the truths behind the Holy War, Gowther deals with his own trip down memory lane and Merlin searches fervently for Arthur in demon-controlled Camelot

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/seven-deadly-sins/imperial-wrath-of-the-gods/episodes-1-24/.162960

Sentai Filmworks Licenses Granbelm Anime

Blu-ray Disc ships on November 3

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/sentai-filmworks-licenses-granbelm-anime/.163415

My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Climax ‒ Episode 8

With this week's episode we see not only the end to the drama surrounding the creation of the prom but also the end of Hachiman and Yukino's relationship as we know it.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-teen-romantic-comedy-snafu-climax/episode-8/.163395

Hunting for Anime Fandom in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rican native Jean-Karlo Lemus discusses the flourishing fandom on the island despite hurdles of availability and a slice of the series that thrived on local TV.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2020-08-28/hunting-for-anime-fandom-in-puerto-rico/.162846

HoneyWorks' Virtual Idol Unit LIP x LIP Gets Anime Film

Video previews Kono Sekai no Tanoshimikata ~Secret Story Film~ film about duo's meeting

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/honeyworks-virtual-idol-unit-lip-x-lip-gets-anime-film/.163418

Dropout Idol Fruit Tart Anime Casts Yui Horie

Adaptation of Sou Hamayumiba's manga premieres on October 12

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/dropout-idol-fruit-tart-anime-casts-yui-horie/.163417

Sega Reveals New Project B.L.A.C.K. With Music Video

Developer to announce details of project about female performers on September 2

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/sega-reveals-new-project-b.l.a.c.k-with-music-video/.163413

Online a-Nation Music Festival on August 29 Features Ayumi Hamasaki, Kumi Koda, Da-iCE, More

23 performances will stream for free

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/online-a-nation-music-festival-on-august-29-features-ayumi-hamasaki-kumi-koda-da-ice-more/.163397

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, August 17-23

From up on Poppy Hill earns 11.4% rating

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-august-17-23/.163401

Japan's Video Game Rankings, August 17-23

Animal Crossing: New Horizons stays at #1

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/japan-video-game-rankings-august-17-23/.163398

Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Side Story Game's English Version Shuts Down on September 29

In-game items will no longer be available for purchase after September 10

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/magia-record-puella-magi-madoka-magica-side-story-game-english-version-shuts-down-on-september-29/.163405

Himoto! Umaru-chan SS Spinoff's Hijiki Ends Ayakashiko Manga

Manga about yōkai boarding house launched in 2015

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/himoto-umaru-chan-ss-spinoff-hijiki-ends-ayakashiko-manga/.163391

Cotoji's Seirei-sama no Nangi na Nichijō Manga Ends in September

Manga by Anne Happy author launched in April 2018

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/cotoji-seirei-sama-no-nangi-na-nichijo-manga-ends-in-september/.163389

Anima Yell! Cheerleading Manga Ends

Tsukasa Unohana's cheerleading manga inspired 2018 TV anime

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/anima-yell-cheerleading-manga-ends/.163388

Carlotta Films Streams Trailer for French Documentary About Director Satoshi Kon

Kon directed Perfect Blue, Millennium Actress, Tokyo Godfathers, Paranoia Agent, Paprika

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/carlotta-films-streams-trailer-for-french-documentary-about-director-satoshi-kon/.163386

Thursday, August 27, 2020

Monster Rancher 2 Game Also Launches on Smartphones in Japan on September 17

The official Twitter account for KOEI Tecmo's Monster Rancher (Monster Farm) franchise revealed on Wednesday that the Monster Rancher 2 (Monster Farm 2)...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-28/monster-rancher-2-game-also-launches-on-smartphones-in-japan-on-september-17/.163387

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends Game Launches for PS4 in Japan on November 19

Trailer streamed for PS4 version of Switch puzzle game

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/bubble-bobble-4-friends-game-launches-for-ps4-in-japan-on-november-19/.163378

New Rurouni Kenshin Stage Musical Canceled Due to COVID-19

Musical was previously slated to run from November 3 to December 15

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/new-rurouni-kenshin-stage-musical-canceled-due-to-covid-19/.163396

Gundam Build Divers Battlogue Anime Debuts in November

New anime will portray fan-voted Gunpla battles

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/gundam-build-divers-battlogue-anime-debuts-in-november/.163392

Noblesse Anime Unveils Teaser, Theme Song Artists

Kim Jae-joong performs opening, OH MY GIRL performs ending

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-28/noblesse-anime-unveils-teaser-theme-song-artists/.163394

Voting Opens for Web Manga General Election 2020

Sasaki and Miyano, Cherry Magic!, Mieruko-chan, My Lvl999 Love for Yamada Kun nominated

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-27/voting-opens-for-web-manga-general-election-2020/.163384

The Vision of Escaflowne ‒ Episode 23-24

“It is always the herd men who win battles and the free men who win wars.”

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-vision-of-escaflowne/episode-23-24/.163317

This Week in Games - Hard Drop

Get the skinny on the latest Nintendo Direct announcements, a surprise revamp of the once forgotten Monster World IV, and the unfortunate implosion of Lab Zero Games.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/the-x-button/2020-08-27/this-week-in-games-hard-drop/.163342

Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions Game Streams Launch Trailer

PS4/Switch/PC game debuts in West on Friday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/captain-tsubasa-rise-of-new-champions-game-streams-launch-trailer/.163360

The Demon Girl Next Door Anime Gets 2nd Season

1st season based on Izumi Ito's manga premiered in July 2019

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/the-demon-girl-next-door-anime-gets-2nd-season/.163365

One Piece Creator Eiichiro Oda Plans to End Manga in 4 to 5 Years

Oda, editor know the series' planned ending

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/one-piece-creator-eiichiro-oda-plans-to-end-manga-in-4-to-5-years/.163364

Ōoku: The Inner Chambers Manga Ends on December 28

Award-winning Edo period court intrigue manga about female Shogun's male harem launched in 2004

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/ooku-the-inner-chambers-manga-ends-on-december-28/.163340

Irregular at Magic High School Anime's 2nd Season Premieres on October 3

Season delayed from July due to COVID-19

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/irregular-at-magic-high-school-anime-2nd-season-premieres-on-october-3/.163361

Netflix Confirms Resident Evil Live-Action Series From Constantin Film

The Walking Dead's Bronwen Hughes directs series with scripts by Supernatural's Andrew Dabb

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/netflix-confirms-resident-evil-live-action-series-from-constantin-film/.163362

Nana to Kaoru's Ryuta Amazume Draws New 1-Shot Manga in September

The official website for Hakusensha's Young Animal magazine revealed on Thursday that Ryuta Amazume will draw a new one-shot manga tentatively titled "Ano...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-27/nana-to-kaoru-ryuta-amazume-draws-new-1-shot-manga-in-september/.163307

Voice Actor Shin'ichirō Kamio Cleared After COVID-19 Treatment

Returns home from facility with new PCR test coming back negative

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/voice-actor-shinichiro-kamio-cleared-after-covid-19-treatment/.163359

Sci-Fi Novelist Hiroshi Yamamoto Reported Safe After Alarming Tweets Prompt Police Contact

Author admitted he had considered suicide, but talking to family changed his mind

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/sci-fi-novelist-hiroshi-yamamoto-reported-safe-after-alarming-tweets-prompt-police-contact/.163222

The Devil is a Part-Timer! Manga Nears Climax

Akio Hiiragi launched manga adaptation in December 2011

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/the-devil-is-a-part-timer-manga-nears-climax/.163339

Japan Sinks: 2020 Anime's Film Version Previewed in Video

Film version opens in Japan on November 13

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/japan-sinks-2020-anime-film-version-previewed-in-video/.163353

Herzog Zwei Game Launches on Switch as Final Game in Sega Ages Project

Pioneering RTS game debuted for Nintendo Switch on Thursday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/herzog-zwei-game-launches-on-switch-as-final-game-in-sega-ages-project/.163349

Chizuna Nakajima's Jitensha no Onee-san Manga Ends in September

Manga about boy living together with bicycle-loving woman launched in September 2019

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/chizuna-nakajima-jitensha-no-onee-san-manga-ends-in-september/.163338

Chizuna Nakajima's Jitensha no Onee-san Manga Ends in September

Manga about boy living together with bicycle-loving woman launched in September 2019

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/chizuna-nakajima-jitensha-no-onee-san-manga-ends-in-september/.163338

The Demon Girl Next Door Anime Listed With 2nd Season

1st season of anime based on Izumi Ito's manga premiered in July 2019

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/the-demon-girl-next-door-anime-listed-with-2nd-season/.163341

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Sakae Saito Launches Apocalyptic Travel Manga Shūmatsu Touring in September

Saito previously drew manga for Katana Maidens: Toji no Miko franchise

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/sakae-saito-launches-apocalyptic-travel-manga-shumatsu-touring-in-september/.163336

Monster Rancher 2 Game Launches for Switch in Japan on September 17

Video previews game's Switch port

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/monster-rancher-2-game-launches-for-switch-in-japan-on-september-17/.163335

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythmic Adventure Pack Game Collection Launches on Switch in Winter

Trailers streamed for rhythm adventure RPGs

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-27/taiko-no-tatsujin-rhythmic-adventure-pack-game-collection-launches-on-switch-in-winter/.163333

Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory Game Launches for Switch, PS4, Xbox One in November

Trailer previews game launching in West on November 13, Japan on November 11

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/kingdom-hearts-melody-of-memory-game-launches-for-switch-ps4-xbox-one-in-november/.163332

My Little Monster's Robico Publishes New 1-Shot Manga in September

"Wash me Hug me!" centers on "romance that begins at a laundromat"

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/my-little-monster-robico-publishes-new-1-shot-manga-in-september/.163305

Saga of Tanya the Evil Manga's '2nd Part' Launches in September

Manga's "1st part" ended on Wednesday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/saga-of-tanya-the-evil-manga-2nd-part-launches-in-september/.163301

Watamote's Nico Tanigawa Launches New Manga

Series centers on boys' high school dormitory for top students

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/watamote-nico-tanigawa-launches-new-manga/.163300

Sentai Filmworks Licenses DanMachi III, Twittering Birds Never Fly, BanG Dream! FILM LIVE

Locke the Superman anime film also licensed

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/sentai-filmworks-licenses-danmachi-iii-twittering-birds-never-fly-bang-dream-film-live/.163311

Hypnosis Mic Explains Hip-Hop Lingo For Beginners

Hip-hop artist Zeebra serves as instructor in 12-part YouTube video series

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-26/hypnosis-mic-explains-hip-hop-lingo-for-beginners/.163132

fripSide, KOTOKO Perform King's Raid Anime's Theme Songs

October anime adapts Korean RPG app

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/fripside-kotoko-perform-king-raid-anime-theme-songs/.163327

Seven Seas Licenses Superwomen in Love, Shut-In Elf Manga, I Have a Secret Light Novel

Seven Seas to release titles physically, digitally in March-May 2021

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/seven-seas-licenses-superwomen-in-love-shut-in-elf-manga-i-have-a-secret-light-novel/.163329

A Witch's Love at the End of the World Manga Ends in 3rd Volume

3rd volume ships on October 15

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/a-witch-love-at-the-end-of-the-world-manga-ends-in-3rd-volume/.163299

Mobile Suit Crossbone Gundam Manga Ends in 5 Chapters

Yūichi Hasegawa's Kidō Senshi Cross Born Gundam Dust launched in July 2016

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/mobile-suit-crossbone-gundam-manga-ends-in-5-chapters/.163323

The Strongest Sage With the Weakest Crest GN 1

Rebecca Silverman finds that while there are unique elements in this isekai tale, it's also a retread of similar power fantasies before it.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/strongest-sage-with-the-weakest-crest/gn-1/.162841

Kumamoto Mascot Kumamon Experiences Brief COVID-19 Scare

Announced hiatus due to staffer's possible exposure to the virus but returned after test came back negative

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-26/kumamoto-mascot-kumamon-experiences-brief-covid-19-scare/.163260

Evangelion's Yoshiyuki Sadamoto Designs Hachiko for Virtual Shibuya Event

Neon Genesis Evangelion and Summer Wars character designer Yoshiyuki Sadamoto is designing Shibuya's iconic dog Hachiko for an event that will take place...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-26/evangelion-yoshiyuki-sadamoto-designs-hachiko-for-virtual-shibuya-event/.163309

Black Clover ‒ Episode 140

In all, there's nothing terribly exciting about either vignette, but both are solid bits of storytelling about pushing people to adjust their thinking in more benevolent directions.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/black-clover/episode-140/.163308

History and Momotaro in One Piece's Wano Country Arc

ZeroReq011 takes us through the history of the Momotaro folktale, its ties to nationalism, and its transformation in One Piece.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2020-08-26/history-and-momotaro-in-one-piece-wano-country-arc/.162649

Wolf's Rain ‒ Episodes 29-30

I'd go so far as to argue that the finale of Wolf’s Rain is nearly good enough on its own to cement the series' place in the popular anime canon.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/wolf-rain/episodes-29-30/.163149

Warlords of Sigrdrifa Anime Reveals Video, More Cast, 1-Hour Special

Scriptwriter Tappei Nagatsuki also pens prequel novel for series premiering on October 3

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/warlords-of-sigrdrifa-anime-reveals-video-more-cast-1-hour-special/.163318

Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel Trilogy's 3rd Film Sells 620,000 Tickets for 1 Billion Yen

Anime reaches box-office milestone 1 day faster than 2nd film

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/fate-stay-night-heaven-feel-trilogy-3rd-film-sells-620000-tickets-for-1-billion-yen/.163316

Asian Pop-up Cinema Festival Premieres Happy-Go-Lucky Days Anime Film Online in September

Tickets available for September 15-19 world premiere

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/asian-pop-up-cinema-festival-premieres-happy-go-lucky-days-anime-film-online-in-september/.163303

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW Anime's 2nd Promo Video English-Subtitled

Anime premieres on October 1 with Funimation stream

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/higurashi-when-they-cry-new-anime-2nd-promo-video-english-subtitled/.163304

Tokyo Tarareba Girls Live-Action TV Special Reveals More Cast, October 7 Premiere

Kōhei Matsushita, Daichi Watanabe join cast as Rinko's boyfriend, Kaori's husband

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/tokyo-tarareba-girls-live-action-tv-special-reveals-more-cast-october-7-premiere/.163302

'Love Me, Love Me Not' Anime Film Features Cameos by Live-Action Version's Cast

Live-action film's main cast cameos in cultural festival scenes in September 18 film

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-26/love-me-love-me-not-anime-film-features-cameos-by-live-action-version-cast/.163306

Zoids Wild Blast Unleashed Switch Game's Trailer Previews Gameplay

Game launches in West on October 16

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/zoids-wild-blast-unleashed-switch-game-trailer-previews-gameplay/.163298

Bump of Chicken Vocalist Motoo Fujiwara Announces His Marriage

The 41-year-old band member's spouse is not a member of the entertainment industry.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-25/bump-of-chicken-vocalist-motoo-fujiwara-announces-his-marriage/.163257

The God of High School ‒ Episode 8

Is The God of High School's story even salvageable at this point?

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-god-of-high-school/episode-8/.163273

Sentai Filmworks Licenses Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit Anime

2007 anime adapts 1st book in Nahoko Uehashi's Moribito novel series

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/sentai-filmworks-licenses-moribito-guardian-of-the-spirit-anime/.163296

Yakunara Mug Cup Mo Anime Also Has Live-Action Part

Live-action part features anime's voice actresses highlighing Tajima city locations

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/yakunara-mug-cup-mo-anime-also-has-live-action-part/.163283

Monster Girl Doctor ‒ Episode 7

Fashion! Hotsprings! And a spider-woman makes her return in this episode of Monster Girl Doctor!

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/monster-girl-doctor/episode-7/.163221

Muv-Luv Alternative Manga Debuts in English on Friday

aNCHOR announced on Monday that it will release the first volume of Azusa Maxima (Azusa Makishima) and âge's Muv-Luv Alternative manga digitally in English...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-25/muv-luv-alternative-manga-debuts-in-english-on-friday/.163281

The Girl With the Sanpaku Eyes GN 1

Amane Mizuno leans into her "scary" disposition, but inside is someone protecting herself, because inside she's desperately shy and uncertain.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-girl-with-the-sanpaku-eyes/gn-1/.163078

This Week in Anime - Great Pretender is a Devious Joyride

Edamura, a small-time crook, quickly finds himself pulled into the high-stakes world of fleecing millionaires alongside the devious Laurent. Also, did we mention there are cats?

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2020-08-25/.163271

Real-Life Corgi Befriends Life-Sized Pokémon Yamper Plush

A Japanese couple posted an adorable video last month of their pet corgi, named Mugi, who recently celebrated his second birthday by getting a new friend:...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-25/real-life-corgi-befriends-life-sized-pokemon-yamper-plush/.163284

One Piece ‒ Episode 938

This episode was more emotionally resonant than visually resplendent. It's mostly setup for what is coming down the pipe in the near future.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/one-piece/episode-938/.163219

009: Re:Cyborg's Gatou Asou Launches New Manga in October

Adaptation of Oishii Kyūshoku live-action series centers on school lunch battles

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/009-re-cyborg-gatou-asou-launches-new-manga-in-october/.163280

Art Corporation's Tale of the Future of Moving House Continues in 3rd Anime Short

House-moving business Art Corporation released its third animated short video on Sunday, which continues the tale of a possible future where people move...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-25/art-corporation-tale-of-the-future-of-moving-house-continues-in-3rd-anime-short/.163256

Princess Tutu ‒ Episodes 25-26

Princess Tutu is a remarkable story. It melds folkloric themes, ballet and opera plots, and the myriad ways to tell a tale into a triumphant, hopeful finale.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/princess-tutu/episodes-25-26/.163169

Lilyka Manga Releases The Death of Replicist Manga

kkzt released yuri manga in May 2016

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/lilyka-manga-releases-the-death-of-replicist-manga/.163279

Ouran High School Host Club ‒ Episodes 25-26

That's a lot of complaining from me about a story that was summarily ‘fine’, just not really effective in what I'd expect from an Ouran finale.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/ouran-high-school-host-club/episodes-25-26/.163143

Bloomberg: Nintendo Switch Gets Upgraded Model in 2021

Slate of new games also reportedly planned for upgrade

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/bloomberg-nintendo-switch-gets-upgraded-model-in-2021/.163290

By the Grace of the Gods Anime's 2nd Video Reveals October 4 Premiere

Series stars Azusa Tadokoro, Yūki Kuwahara, Daisuke Ono, Marika Kōno

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/by-the-grace-of-the-gods-anime-2nd-video-reveals-october-4-premiere/.163289

ONE OK ROCK Holds Concert for Live Streaming Worldwide

Concert streams on October 11 at 5:00 a.m. EDT

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/one-ok-rock-holds-concert-for-live-streaming-worldwide/.163275

Monday, August 24, 2020

Yakuza: Like a Dragon Game Launches in West on November 13

Game's trailer previews jobs

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/yakuza-like-a-dragon-game-launches-in-west-on-november-13/.163276

Crunchyroll Announces New Membership Tiers With Offline Viewing, Multiple Concurrent Streams

Adds 2 new tiers in U.S., 1 new tier in other English-speaking territories in early September

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-25/crunchyroll-announces-new-membership-tiers-with-offline-viewing-multiple-concurrent-streams/.163274

Kimi wa Kanata Anime Film Casts Kōichi Yamadera, Ikue Ōtani as Same Character

Yamadera, Ōtani both voice Gimon who guides main lead in mysterious world in November 27 film

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/kimi-wa-kanata-anime-film-casts-koichi-yamadera-ikue-otani-as-same-character/.163277

Laid-Back Camp TV Anime's 2nd Season Casts Tomoyo Kurosawa

Kurosawa voices Nadeshiko's childhood friend Ayano Toki in January 2021 anime

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/laid-back-camp-tv-anime-2nd-season-casts-tomoyo-kurosawa/.163278

Doraemon Film Stays at #2, Given Film Debuts at #9 at Japanese Box Office

Fate/stay night, Kyō kara Ore Wa!!, "Love Me, Love Me Not," YowaPeda, Grand Blue Dreaming rank in top 10

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/doraemon-film-stays-at-no.2-given-film-debuts-at-no.9-at-japanese-box-office/.163251

Boruto: Naruto Next Generations ‒ Episode 162

With every thief and mercenary in the Land of Silence out to get them, our heroes find themselves hopelessly surrounded, and it seems their only option is to fight.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/boruto-naruto-next-generations/episode-162/.163223

Netflix's Dragon's Dogma Anime Reveals Trailer, Key Art

Anime will consist of seven episodes

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/netflix-dragon-dogma-anime-reveals-trailer-key-art/.163241

Funimation Adds Persona 4 the Golden Animation, Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day, High School Fleet, More Anime

Also: Our love has always been 10 centimeters apart., Servant × Service

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/funimation-adds-persona-4-the-golden-animation-anohana-the-flower-we-saw-that-day-high-school-fleet-more-anime/.163270

Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! ‒ Episode 7

What I'm really trying to get at is that, in a remarkable twist of fate, I liked this week's episode! And not just one segment or anything, either; the whole thing was pretty good

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/uzaki-chan-wants-to-hang-out/episode-7/.163208

Official Mr. Osomatsu Video Explains Season 2 in 66 Seconds

In anticipation of the third season's debut in October, the Mr. Osomatsu anime's official YouTube account has released a 66-second explainer video covering...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-24/official-mr-osomatsu-video-explains-season-2-in-66-seconds/.163181

Fire Force ‒ Episode 32

It's a very traditional shonen-manga story of Good vs. Evil, but that's okay, and Fire Force is continually improving the more establishes what its world is, and why we should care about saving it

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/fire-force/episode-32/.163209

My Hero Academia: Make It! Do-or-Die Survival Training

My Hero Academia is BACK everyone! For like 40 minutes total, but hey it's something while we all wait for Season 5.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-hero-academia/make-it-do-or-die-survival-training/.163021

A Certain Scientific Railgun T ‒ Episode 20

Rakko's hunt for Saten and Frenda provides the most substantial sustained action that the series has seen in a while.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/a-certain-scientific-railgun-t/episode-20/.163191

No Guns Life ‒ Episode 19

Specters from the past waft like smoke from a gun barrel in this heavily expository installment of No Guns Life.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/no-guns-life/episode-19/.163188

Kaiji: The Ultimate Millennial

Writer Norbert Daniels Jr. details how Kaiji's long and dangerous path out of debt is all too relatable for an entire generation.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2020-08-24/kaiji-the-ultimate-millennial/.162406

Magatsu Wahrheit -Zuerst- Anime Reveals Theme Song Artists, October Premiere

Maon Kurosaki, H-el-ical// performs songs for adaptation of KLab's smartphone game

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/magatsu-wahrheit-zuerst-anime-reveals-theme-song-artists-october-premiere/.163253

Aspiring Animation Creator Alleges Corporate Bias Against Diverse Creators

Alleges that a certain company balked at accepting pitches of 'diversity themes' after backlash against title that only advertised diversity without releasing trailer

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-24/aspiring-animation-creator-alleges-corporate-bias-against-diverse-creators/.163228

Hozuki's Coolheadedness' Natsumi Eguchi Launches New Manga This Winter

Eguchi also draws new 1-shot manga on September 17

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/hozuki-coolheadedness-natsumi-eguchi-launches-new-manga-this-winter/.163235

Detective Conan: The Fist of Blue Sapphire Film Gets Manga in September

Yutaka Abe, Jirō Maruden draw manga adaptation of 2019 film

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/detective-conan-the-fist-of-blue-sapphire-film-gets-manga-in-september/.163225

'Why the Hell are You Here, Teacher!?' Manga Goes on Hiatus Due to Creator's Illness

Soborou's medical problems worsened around beginning of 2020

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/why-the-hell-are-you-here-teacher-manga-goes-on-hiatus-due-to-creator-illness/.163252

Kotomi Aoki's 'Niji, Lean on Me' Manga Gets Bonus Chapter

Manga that launched in 2017 ended main story on Monday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/kotomi-aoki-niji-lean-on-me-manga-gets-bonus-chapter/.163232

Kenta Miyake Joins Cast of Golden Kamuy Anime's 3rd Season as Maiharu Gansoku

3rd season to premiere in October

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/kenta-miyake-joins-cast-of-golden-kamuy-anime-3rd-season-as-maiharu-gansoku/.163216

Live-Action Barbara Film Debuts in Japan on November 20

Film is screening at Fantasia Int'l Film Fest virtual event

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/live-action-barbara-film-debuts-in-japan-on-november-20/.163231

Live-Action Love Stage!! Film's Trailer Reveals October 2 Premiere

Film adapts Taishi Zaou, Eiki Eiki's boys-love manga

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/live-action-love-stage-film-trailer-reveals-october-2-premiere/.163233

Anime Expo's SPJA Changes Status to 501(c)(3) Charitable, Educational Organization

Non-profit organization launches new website featuring new logo

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/anime-expo-spja-changes-status-to-501-charitable-educational-organization/.163215

Nyoijizai's Harukana Receive Beach Volleyball Manga Ends on September 24

Manga launched in 2015, inspired 2018 TV anime, licensed by Seven Seas

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/nyoijizai-harukana-receive-beach-volleyball-manga-ends-on-september-24/.163230

Sunday, August 23, 2020

Shohei Manabe, Hirokazu Fukuda's Pickup Manga Reaches Climax

Manga's 1st, 2nd volumes both ship on October 6

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/shohei-manabe-hirokazu-fukuda-pickup-manga-reaches-climax/.163226

act-age Artist Shiro Usazaki Issues Statement on Writer's Arrest, Manga's Cancellation

Usazaki agrees with manga's cancellation, urges fans not to blame victims

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-24/act-age-artist-shiro-usazaki-issues-statement-on-writer-arrest-manga-cancellation/.163227

Star Fruit Books Licenses Makiru Momoto's Monthly Shoujo Sunday Anthology

Publisher releases 12 1-shot manga anthology in early 2021

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/star-fruit-books-licenses-makiru-momoto-monthly-shoujo-sunday-anthology/.163224

Burn the Witch Anime Trailer Streamed With English Subttles

Crunchyroll streams anime outside of Asia in October

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/burn-the-witch-anime-trailer-streamed-with-english-subttles/.163220

Syrup GN 1

As an anthology, Syrup succeeds in bringing together a variety of stories and art styles, and it certainly has a high level of name recognition with Milk Morinaga, Naoko Kodama, Yukiko, and Kana Yoshimura, among others.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/syrup/gn-1/.161768

Taamo's Atsumori-kun's Bride-to-be Manga Ends in 3 Chapters

Manga about high school boy, girl who run away to Tokyo launched in 2018

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/taamo-atsumori-kun-bride-to-be-manga-ends-in-3-chapters/.163185

Kiiro Yumi to Adapt Hiro Arikawa's SDF Trilogy Novels into Manga

Yumi's Library Wars: Love & War Bessatsu-hen manga based on Arikawa's novel series ended on Monday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/kiiro-yumi-to-adapt-hiro-arikawa-sdf-trilogy-novels-into-manga/.163186

Tite Kubo's Burn the Witch Manga Listed With 'Volume 1' Release on October 2

This year's 38th issue of Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine on Monday featured a list of compiled volumes of manga shipping on October 2, including...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-23/tite-kubo-burn-the-witch-manga-listed-with-volume-1-release-on-october-2/.163195

Jun Kirarazaka's Bone Collection Manga Ends in Shonen Jump

Battle comedy manga about yōkai launched in April, will have 2 volumes

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/jun-kirarazaka-bone-collection-manga-ends-in-shonen-jump/.163197

Burn the Witch Theatrical Anime Reveals More Cast, October 2 Streaming Debut Worldwide

Film to screen in Japan for 2 weeks, streaming version will differ from theatrical version

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/burn-the-witch-theatrical-anime-reveals-more-cast-october-2-streaming-debut-worldwide/.163196

Touhou Luna Nights Game Gets Release on Xbox One, Microsoft Store on September 3

Release features new boss titled "Cirno Battle"

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/touhou-luna-nights-game-gets-release-on-xbox-one-microsoft-store-on-september-3/.163213

Astra Lost in Space, Batman Ninja, 'How Many Light-Years to Babylon?' Win at 51st Seiun Sci-Fi Awards

Issui Ogawa's Signpost to the Stars novel wins "Best Japanese Long Story" award

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/astra-lost-in-space-batman-ninja-how-many-light-years-to-babylon-win-at-51st-seiun-sci-fi-awards/.163214

Konosuba Dungeon RPG's New Promo Video Highlights Battle Mechanics

Enhanced game releases for PS4, Switch on August 27 in Japan

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/konosuba-dungeon-rpg-new-promo-video-highlights-battle-mechanics/.163212

Glacier Bay Books to Release The Lullaby Indie Manga in English

Edition features exclusive artwork

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/glacier-bay-books-to-release-the-lullaby-indie-manga-in-english/.163205

Sentai Filmworks Hosts 'Sentai at Home' Virtual Event on August 26

Voice actor Natalie Rial will host event featuring Japanese voice actors, anime staff members

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-23/sentai-filmworks-hosts-sentai-at-home-virtual-event-on-august-26/.163204

Saturday, August 22, 2020

3rd Disney Twisted-Wonderland Animated TV Ad Highlights Octavinelle Dorm

The Disney Twisted-Wonderland smartphone game released its third animated television ad on Thursday. The ad highlights the Octavinelle Dorm, which is inspired...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-22/3rd-disney-twisted-wonderland-animated-tv-ad-highlights-octavinelle-dorm/.163184

A3!'s Ryo Fujiwara Designs Characters for Gakugeidai Junes Music Video

The group was formed with the concept of switching back and forth between 2D and 3D.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-22/a3-s-ryo-fujiwara-designs-characters-for-gakugeidai-junes-music-video/.163183

Yakuza Kiwami 2

Yakuza Kiwami 2's recent release on the Xbox One means that the title is now accessible everywhere, and if you love Yakuza, there's no reason not to play it.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/game/xbox-one/yakuza-kiwami-2/.163171

Playboard: World's Biggest Superchat Earner is Virtual YouTuber Kiryu Coco

hololive VTuber has earned approximately 85 million yen since December 2019 debut

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-22/playboard-world-biggest-superchat-earner-is-virtual-youtuber-kiryu-coco/.163103

Translucent Parts Breathe New Life into Classic Gunpla

As part of the Gundam Online Expo an unheard of amount of over 60 exclusive Gunpla are available for purchase—including both new exclusives and Gundam Base Limited exclusives.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/advertorial/2020-08-22/translucent-parts-breathe-new-life-into-classic-gunpla/.163085

Crunchyroll Adds Cardfight!! Vanguard Extra Story -if- Anime

Simulcast started with episode 13 on Friday, anime available worldwide outside of Japan

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-22/crunchyroll-adds-cardfight-vanguard-extra-story-if-anime/.163201

Cells at Work!! Filmgoers in Japan to Receive 'Volume 4.9' Booklet

32-page booklet to include prologue manga by Akane Shimizu

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-22/cells-at-work-filmgoers-in-japan-to-receive-volume-4.9-booklet/.163203

Megalobox Manga's Chikara Sakuma Launches New Manga in September

LINKMAN manga focuses on soccer

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-22/megalobox-manga-chikara-sakuma-launches-new-manga-in-september/.163202

Hana to Yume Magazine Gets 'Special Edition' Digital Shōnen Magazine This Fall

Yu Tomofuji, Shiki Chitose to draw new manga for magazine

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/hana-to-yume-magazine-gets-special-edition-digital-shonen-magazine-this-fall/.163199

Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens Anime Gets Manga About Rook

Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens: Rook! Bakuretsu Hadō Den!! manga launches on September 19

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-22/yu-gi-oh-sevens-anime-gets-manga-about-rook/.163198

Pani Poni's Hekiru Hikawa Ends Ore-tachi no Nichijō wa Hajimatta Bakari Da Manga in September

Manga about canceled manga artist, blond girl debuted in March 2019

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-22/pani-poni-hekiru-hikawa-ends-ore-tachi-no-nichijo-wa-hajimatta-bakari-da-manga-in-september/.163189

Friday, August 21, 2020

Mizuki Mizushiro, Takaaki Kugatsu Among Creators Launching 5 New Manga in Young Gangan

Creators of Restaurant to Another World manga, Psycome light novels launch manga in September-October

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-22/mizuki-mizushiro-takaaki-kugatsu-among-creators-launching-5-new-manga-in-young-gangan/.163187

Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma: The Fifth Plate ‒ Episode 8

Okay, Food Wars, we need to talk. I draw the line at mean spirited trans and homosexuality jokes.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/food-wars-shokugeki-no-soma-the-fifth-plate/episode-8/.163174

futekiya Boys-Love Manga Service Adds 5 Group Zero Titles

Service adds The Perfect Son, Tyrant Boyfriend~6 UNDER GROUND~, Love DO!!, Now That's a Teacher!, For the Next Act…

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/futekiya-boys-love-manga-service-adds-5-group-zero-titles/.163161

Nezuko's Bamboo Mouthpiece from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Inspires Gum Case

A chewing gum case inspired by Nezuko's bamboo mouthpiece is among the latest merch items to be inspired by the popular Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-21/nezuko-bamboo-mouthpiece-from-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-inspires-gum-case/.163129

Kenji Nojima's Son Tōya Nojima Makes Voice-Acting Debut

Younger Tojima becomes 3rd generation in family to voice act

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/kenji-nojima-son-toya-nojima-makes-voice-acting-debut/.163172

Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. spring song

At last, the twisted, gruesome tale of Sakura Matou comes to an end.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/fate/stay-night/heaven-feel-iii-spring-song/.163027

Fate/Grand Order Releases Phone Charger Shaped Like Mash's Shield

The Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia anime is releasing new merch, including a wireless smartphone changer shaped like Mash's shield....

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-21/fate-grand-order-releases-phone-charger-shaped-like-mash-shield/.162876

My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Climax ‒ Episode 7

The first two-thirds of this episode serve to show just how hard Hachiman is going to have to work to keep his head above water.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-teen-romantic-comedy-snafu-climax/episode-7/.163158

The Vision of Escaflowne ‒ Episode 21-22

We might well say “better late than never” about Folken's realization, but the cost really is high.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-vision-of-escaflowne/episode-21-22/.163046

What's the Point of Isekai? The Cultural Implications of the Genre

Fiction doesn't exist in a vacuum. Writer NineOuh digs into the rapid growth of isekai stories and what its popularity says about current otaku culture.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2020-08-21/what-the-point-of-isekai-the-cultural-implications-of-the-genre/.163140

One Week Friends Manga Gets Overseas Live-Action Project

Matcha Hazuki's school romance already inspired 2014 TV anime, 2017 live-action film in Japan

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/one-week-friends-manga-gets-overseas-live-action-project/.163166

Demon Slayer The Movie: Mugen Train Film Gets Novel Version

Aya Yajima returns to pen novel shipping on October 16

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/demon-slayer-the-movie-mugen-train-film-gets-novel-version/.163163

Shueisha's Manga Plus Service Adds World's end harem ~Britannia Lumiére~ Manga

1st 3 chapters of spinoff series are available to read now

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/shueisha-manga-plus-service-adds-world-end-harem-~britannia-lumiere~-manga/.163160

Sega's Astro City Mini 1/6 Scale Game Cabinet Launches on December 17 in Japan

Mini arcade cabinet to include 36 games

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/sega-astro-city-mini-1-6-scale-game-cabinet-launches-on-december-17-in-japan/.163157

Prinny 1•2: Exploded and Reloaded Game Collection's New English Trailer Streamed

Game collection launches for Switch in N. America on October 13, in Europe on October 16, in Japan on November 12

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/prinny-1-2-exploded-and-reloaded-game-collection-new-english-trailer-streamed/.163154

Tokyo Comic Con 2020 Event to be Held Online in December

The staff for the Tokyo Comic Con 2020 event announced on Thursday that the event will be held online this year on December 4-6. The event will be the...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-21/tokyo-comic-con-2020-event-to-be-held-online-in-december/.163155

Thursday, August 20, 2020

Aqours Idol Group's 6th Live Dome Tour Canceled Due to COVID-19

Livestream concert to be held on October 10-11

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/aqours-idol-group-6th-live-dome-tour-canceled-due-to-covid-19/.163156

Japan's Video Game Rankings, August 10-16

Animal Crossing: New Horizons stays at #1

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/japan-video-game-rankings-august-10-16/.163148

Japan's Video Game Rankings, August 3-9

Animal Crossing: New Horizons rises back to #1

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/japan-video-game-rankings-august-3-9/.163145

6 Gundam Anime Works Stream for Free in U.S. as Part of Gundam Online Expo Event

12-day event running until August 31 to also have livestream panels

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-21/6-gundam-anime-works-stream-for-free-in-u.s-as-part-of-gundam-online-expo-event/.163144

Assassination Classroom Anime Premieres on Toonami on August 29

Anime based on Yusei Matsui's manga will air at 1:00 a.m.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/assassination-classroom-anime-premieres-on-toonami-on-august-29/.163142

The King of Fighters Chinese-Animated CG Film Gets Simultaneous Worldwide Release in 2022

iDragons Creative Studio, Joy Pictures, Original Force conclude contract with SNK

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/the-king-of-fighters-chinese-animated-cg-film-gets-simultaneous-worldwide-release-in-2022/.163119

My Hero One's Justice 2 Game Previews DLC Character Mei Hatsume in Trailer

Free update also available now with Nomu, Photo Mode, character balances

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/my-hero-one-justice-2-game-previews-dlc-character-mei-hatsume-in-trailer/.163122

Funimation Reveals Kakushigoto Anime's English Dub Cast

Howard Wang, Morgan Lauré star in dub premiering on Thursday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/funimation-reveals-kakushigoto-anime-english-dub-cast/.163141

Kamome Shirahama, Haruhisa Nakata Collaborate on 1st Kugutsu Senki Manga

Devils and Realist's Madoka Takadono, Heaven's Design Team's Hebi-Zou also collaborate

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/kamome-shirahama-haruhisa-nakata-collaborate-on-1st-kugutsu-senki-manga/.163067

IDOLiSH7 Anime Season 2 Resumes on October 4 After COVID-19 Delay

New promo video teases footage from episode 5 & beyond

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/idolish7-anime-season-2-resumes-on-october-4-after-covid-19-delay/.163124

Lychee Light Club's Usamaru Furuya Launches New Manga

Lunatic Circus launches on Friday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/lychee-light-club-usamaru-furuya-launches-new-manga/.163065

Ascendent Animation Reveals Ishida and Asakura Anime's English Dub Cast, Staff, Teaser Trailer

Joshua Waters, Cole Feuchter, Steve Warky Nunez star in dub of 2013 series

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/ascendent-animation-reveals-ishida-and-asakura-anime-english-dub-cast-staff-teaser-trailer/.163089

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, August 10-16

My Neighbor Totoro earns 16.5% rating

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-august-10-16/.163108

Ghibli Museum Reopens in September

General ticket sales resume on August 25 with visitors, operating hours limited

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/ghibli-museum-reopens-in-september/.163109

Voice Actor Shin'ichirō Kamio Tests Positive for COVID-19

Actor has no symptoms currently, is recuperating in designated facility

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/voice-actor-shinichiro-kamio-tests-positive-for-covid-19/.163121

Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel Trilogy's 3rd Film Gets 4D Screenings Starting on September 4

Film opened in Japan at #1 on August 15

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/fate-stay-night-heaven-feel-trilogy-3rd-film-gets-4d-screenings-starting-on-september-4/.163117

Otona nya Koi no Shikata ga Wakaranee! Adult Romantic Comedy Gets TV Anime

Tamami Katsura's story centers on man, woman in their 30s who have been single for years

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/otona-nya-koi-no-shikata-ga-wakaranee-adult-romantic-comedy-gets-tv-anime/.163112

Masaaki Yuasa's Japan Sinks: 2020 Anime Gets Compilation Film in Japan on November 13

10-episode series debuted worldwide on Netflix on July 9

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/masaaki-yuasa-japan-sinks-2020-anime-gets-compilation-film-in-japan-on-november-13/.163115

Sorcerous Stabber Orphen Anime's 2nd Season Promo Video Reveals January 2021 Debut

Akari Kitō to voice Mädchen Amick

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/sorcerous-stabber-orphen-anime-2nd-season-promo-video-reveals-january-2021-debut/.163114

BEM: Become Human Film's Trailer Reveals Theme Song, October 2 Opening

Rib performs "unforever" for latest project in the Yōkai Ningen Bem franchise

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/bem-become-human-film-trailer-reveals-theme-song-october-2-opening/.163081

Eternity Anime's Video Reveals October 4 Premiere

Anime adapts 12 Eternity Books stories for adult women in both regular, "deluxe" version with adult scenes

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/eternity-anime-video-reveals-october-4-premiere/.163107

Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Netflix Streams New Episodes of Pokémon Journeys Anime in U.S. on September 11

Netflix announced on Wednesday that it will stream the second part of the ongoing television anime Pokémon Journeys: The Series on September 11. Pokémon...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-20/netflix-streams-new-episodes-of-pokemon-journeys-anime-in-u.s-on-september-11/.163086

Darwin's Game Novel Prequel Ends

Serialized prequel about Shuka, Rain's past launched on January 16

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/darwin-game-novel-prequel-ends/.163091

Plunderer Manga Nears 'Final Battle'

Manga launched in 2014, 16th volume ships on August 26; inspired 24-episode TV anime this year

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/plunderer-manga-nears-final-battle/.163100

Kamisama Kiss' Julietta Suzuki Launches New Manga on September 4

Suzuki debuts Meitantei Kо̄ko wa Yūutsu manga based on 1-shot manga from January

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/kamisama-kiss-julietta-suzuki-launches-new-manga-on-september-4/.163087

Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle Anime Adds 9 Cast Members

Kōichi Sōma, Masashi Yamane, Shinya Takahashi, Chikahiro Kobayashi, more join cast

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/sleepy-princess-in-the-demon-castle-anime-adds-9-cast-members/.163102

Hyperdimension Neptunia Anime Compilation, OVA Head to Steam in Fall

2 compilation anime debuted streaming in Japan in May; Summer Vacation OVA debuted in July 2019

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/hyperdimension-neptunia-anime-compilation-ova-head-to-steam-in-fall/.163095

Pickles the Frog Character Gets TV Anime Shorts on October 4

Megumi Hayashibara, Saori Hayami, Shoko Ikeda, Megumi Okina, 46 other voice actors star

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-20/pickles-the-frog-character-gets-tv-anime-shorts-on-october-4/.163097

Gintama: The Final Anime Film Is Based on Manga's Finale

Creator Hideaki Sorachi draws new visual with 34 characters

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/gintama-the-final-anime-film-is-based-on-manga-finale/.163093

Norio Sakurai's The Dangers in My Heart Wins Tsugi ni Kuru Web Manga 2020 Awards

'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess manga also in top five.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-19/norio-sakurai-the-dangers-in-my-heart-wins-tsugi-ni-kuru-web-manga-2020-awards/.163088

Shonen Jump's Undead Unluck Wins Tsugi ni Kuru Manga 2020 Awards

Agravity Boys, Call of the Night, Mitama Security: Spirit Busters, A Sign of Affection, more round out top 20.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-19/shonen-jump-undead-unluck-wins-tsugi-ni-kuru-manga-2020-awards/.163084

Deca-dence Director Yuzuru Tachikawa Shares Wreck-It Ralph Inspirations in Reddit AMA

Tachikawa says he was initially concerned about reception to episode two's designs reveal

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-19/deca-dence-director-yuzuru-tachikawa-shares-wreck-it-ralph-inspirations-in-reddit-ama/.163073

Gundam's Tomino, Yasuhiko Comments on War Themes in Girls & Panzer, KanColle

Tomino: "There's nothing cool about [the military]."

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-19/gundam-tomino-yasuhiko-comments-on-war-themes-in-girls-and-panzer-kancolle/.163050

We Never Learn Manga Creator Briefly Comments on act-age Cancellation

We Never Learn manga creator Taishi Tsutsui briefly commented on the cancellation of Tatsuya Matsuki and Shiro Usazaki's act-age manga on Twitter last...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-19/we-never-learn-manga-creator-briefly-comments-on-act-age-cancellation/.163052

Black Clover ‒ Episode 139

Vanessa goes back to the place that she thought she had left behind: the Witches' Forest, where she seeks to gain access to more powerful magic from the Queen.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/black-clover/episode-139/.163070

Mob Psycho 100 II BR/DVD Limited Edition

The only bad things James can say about Mob Psycho 100 II are "not every episode is a stone-cold knockout" and "it eventually ends."

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/mob-psycho-100-ii-br/dvd-limited-edition/.162462

Akihiro Itou's A Bullet for La Diosa Manga Ends in September

Story about Mexican gunslinger, Japanese backpacker searching for police officer launched in 2017

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/akihiro-itou-a-bullet-for-la-diosa-manga-ends-in-september/.163069

Hiroshi Motomiya's Umi o Wataru be Manga Ends

Motomiya's 1st "teacher" manga launched on April 15

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/hiroshi-motomiya-umi-o-wataru-be-manga-ends/.163062

Southeast Asia, India Fans Disproportionately Affected by Pirate Site KissAnime Closure

ANN survey found over half of fans in India, Malaysia, Philippines are "angry or sad" that site is gone

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-19/southeast-asia-india-fans-disproportionately-affected-by-pirate-site-kissanime-closure/.163071

Outlaw Star ‒ Episode 25-26

It was inevitable that the series would run into trouble when it came time to conclude all this Galactic Leyline drama, but boy I wasn't prepared for just how haphazard this whole finale would be.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/outlaw-star/episode-25-26/.163064

Real Account's Shizumu Watanabe Launches New Manga on August 26

Majō no Sasageru Trick follows reincarnated magician, witch

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/real-account-shizumu-watanabe-launches-new-manga-on-august-26/.163059

The Real High-Flying Martial Arts of God of High School

Nate Ming breaks down the punches, kicks, and throws from the martial arts anime's roster of fighters.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2020-08-19/the-real-high-flying-martial-arts-of-god-of-high-school/.162953

Wolf's Rain ‒ Episodes 27-28

Aesthetically, Wolf’s Rain has generally been excellent across the board, and its first two OVAs continue the show's fine tradition of looking and sounding incredibly cool.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/wolf-rain/episodes-27-28/.162928

Compile Heart Announces Neptunia Game for PS5

Company to reveal details of Go! Go! 5 Jiden Game Neptune re★Verse in September

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/compile-heart-announces-neptunia-game-for-ps5/.163079

Chibi Godzilla Animated Shorts Cast Hina Tachibana, Saori Takamiya, Satsumi Matsuda

30-second shorts follow about picture book character premiered on July 15

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/chibi-godzilla-animated-shorts-cast-hina-tachibana-saori-takamiya-satsumi-matsuda/.163077

Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Anime's 2nd Video Unveils More Cast & Staff, Ending Song, October 7 Debut

Inori Minase, Koji Yusa, Satoshi Tsuruoka, Yūko Kurose, Emi Miyajima join cast

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/kuma-kuma-kuma-bear-anime-2nd-video-unveils-more-cast-and-staff-ending-song-october-7-debut/.163076

Shirobako Anime Film Returns to Theaters With Remastered Footage on August 28

2 different cast videos, bonus gift set also added to screenings

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/shirobako-anime-film-returns-to-theaters-with-remastered-footage-on-august-28/.163075

Heaven's Design Team Anime's Teaser Unveils More Cast

Kazuhiko Inoue, Yuichiro Umehara, Junichi Suwabe, Daisuke Kishio, more cast in 2021 workplace comedy

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/heaven-design-team-anime-teaser-unveils-more-cast/.163074

Touhou Sky Arena: Matsuri Climax Game Gets PC Release

Trailer streamed for game slated for September

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/touhou-sky-arena-matsuri-climax-game-gets-pc-release/.163058

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Sentai Filmworks Unveils Wasteful Days of High School Girls Anime's English Dub Cast

Video clip previews dub starring Elissa Cuellar, Luci Christian, Genevieve Simmons, Hilary Haag

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/sentai-filmworks-unveils-wasteful-days-of-high-school-girls-anime-english-dub-cast/.163061

Square Enix Cafe Osaka Closes Temporarily After Worker Tests Positive for COVID-19

Employee has not been attending work since August 8

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-19/square-enix-cafe-osaka-closes-temporarily-after-worker-tests-positive-for-covid-19/.163068

Is the order a rabbit? Anime Seaso 3 Premieres on October 10

The official website for the Gochūmon wa Usagi Desu ka? (Is the Order a Rabbit?) anime franchise revealed on Wednesday that Gochūmon wa Usagi Desu ka?...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-18/is-the-order-a-rabbit-anime-seaso-3-premieres-on-october-10/.163060

The God of High School ‒ Episode 7

The God of High School is sitting close to the 140-minute mark, which means it's taken more than two-and-a-half hours to go from being “forgivably basic” to “absurd, frustrating, and pointless.”

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-god-of-high-school/episode-7/.163025

Venus In The Blind Spot

Ito's manga regularly blends the comically absurd with unsettling horror but all of his stories have a through line of picking up on particularly common anxieties and blowing them up.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/venus-in-the-blind-spot/.161037

Digimon Adventure: ‒ Episode 11

Plowing through all the Ultimate evolutions while trying to follow and resolve the main plot is going to be a daunting task this early in the series, and its ambitions may be getting the better of it.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/digimon-adventure/episode-11/.162992

Strike Witches: Road to Berlin TV Anime Premieres on October 7

The official website for the World Witches franchise announced on Tuesday that the Dai-501 Tōgō Sentō Kōkū-dan Strike Witches: Road to Berlin (501st Joint...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-18/strike-witches-road-to-berlin-tv-anime-premieres-on-october-7/.163054

BL News Site Chill-Chill Surveys Readers' Interest in Yuri

How do readers feel about the 'Yuri BL' genre?

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-18/bl-news-site-chill-chill-surveys-readers-in-yuri/.162999

hololive Virtual YouTuber Mano Aloe Apologizes For Leaking Live2D Model Before Debut

Will take two-week break from streaming activities, also implores fans not to harass her real-life acquaintances

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-08-18/hololive-virtual-youtuber-mano-aloe-apologizes-for-leaking-live2d-model-before-debut/.163032

Boruto: Naruto Next Generations ‒ Episode 161

The gang comes one step closer to obtaining the highly sought-after Hashirama Cell in an eventful Boruto: Naruto Next Generations.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/boruto-naruto-next-generations/episode-161/.162996

'Can You Just Die, My Darling?' Manga's 'Last' Series Ends in 5th Volume

4th volume shipped on Monday

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-18/can-you-just-die-my-darling-manga-last-series-ends-in-5th-volume/.163010

Ouran High School Host Club ‒ Episodes 23-24

Having seemingly given up on developing Mori entirely even as this story started with him, the series instead pivots to Tamaki.

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/ouran-high-school-host-club/episodes-23-24/.162932

This Week in Anime - Is the New My Hero Academia OVA Killer or Filler?

I know we all miss the comfort that a school schedule can bring. Oh, not that one. I'm talking about UA and the Quirk-y heroes in training of My Hero Academia!

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2020-08-18/.163020

Teekyū's Roots Launches New Manga in September

Ladies versus Butlers!' Munyū draws new manga about gaming siblings

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-18/teekyu-roots-launches-new-manga-in-september/.163028

Naoko Kodama's Days of Love at Seagull Villa Yuri Manga Ends

Manga's 3rd compiled book volume ships on September 29

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-18/naoko-kodama-days-of-love-at-seagull-villa-yuri-manga-ends/.163024

Square Enix Trademarks 'Dragon Quest Tact' in U.S., Europe

Square Enix trademarked the title "Dragon Quest Tact" in Europe on July 7, and in the United States on July 14. Dragon Quest Tact is a tactical role-playing...

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2020-08-18/square-enix-trademarks-dragon-quest-tact-in-u.s-europe/.163029

K Franchise Manga Artist Yui Kuroe Launches Manga for Project Scard Franchise

Franchise centers on "lawless" Tokyo ward held by superpowered enforcers

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-18/k-franchise-manga-artist-yui-kuroe-launches-manga-for-project-scard-franchise/.163031

Happy-Go-Lucky Days Anime Film Opens on October 23 After COVID-19 Delay

Creator Takako Shimura draws new art to celebrate; soundtrack ships on October 21

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-18/happy-go-lucky-days-anime-film-opens-on-october-23-after-covid-19-delay/.163035

New Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai Anime Unveils Demon Lord Army's Cast

Tomokazu Seki, Tomoaki Maeno, Takehito Koyasu, Mitsuo Iwata, Sho Hayami, Takaya Hashi join Toei's October show

source http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2020-08-18/new-dragon-quest-the-adventure-of-dai-anime-unveils-demon-lord-army-cast/.163034