Gyokō no Nikuko-san Anime Film Shows Anime Music Video for Ending Song

GReeeeN performs ending song "Taketen" for June 11 film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-06-01/gyoko-no-nikuko-san-anime-film-shows-anime-music-video-for-ending-song/.173453

Kadokawa Establishes 3D CG Anime Studio Kadan

New studio is "centered" around Polygon Pictures anime director Hiroyuki Seshita

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-06-01/kadokawa-establishes-3d-cg-anime-studio-kadan/.173454

New Shaman King Anime Casts Kishō Taniyama, Tatsuhisa Suzuki as BoZ Brothers

Taniyama plays Zen Yoneda, Suzuki plays Ryo Sugimoto

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/new-shaman-king-anime-casts-kisho-taniyama-tatsuhisa-suzuki-as-boz-brothers/.173452

Rurouni Kenshin The Final Rises to #1 as Demon Slayer Drops Off Top 10

Detective Conan: The Scarlet Bullet at #4, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 at #8

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/rurouni-kenshin-the-final-rises-to-no.1-as-demon-slayer-drops-off-top-10/.173447

Yakuza 0 Launches on Amazon's Luna Cloud Gaming Service in June

Game originally launched in Japan for PS3, PS4 in 2015

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/yakuza-0-launches-on-amazon-luna-cloud-gaming-service-in-june/.173385

Combatants Will Be Dispatched! ‒ Episode 9

As punishment for not only failing to get the water the Kingdom needs but also instigating a war, Six and crew find themselves tasked with getting water seeds from the most dangerous part of the desert, where the Sand King lives.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/combatants-will-be-dispatched/episode-9/.173395

Those Snow White Notes ‒ Episode 9

You can practice, apply yourself, sharpen your skills to a razor's edge, and put your whole heart into something, but none of it guarantees anyone else will think it's as good as you feel it is.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/those-snow-white-notes/episode-9/.173401

Megalobox 2: Nomad ‒ Episode 9

The episode is all about showing us the ways that our cast have found to survive, both in regard to the elements of nature, and against the demons that haunt them on the inside.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/megalobox-2-nomad/episode-9/.173393

Good Smile Unveils New Nendoroids and Scale Figures at WonHobby 33

VTubers were a highlight in the huge product unveiling on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-31/good-smile-unveils-new-nendoroids-and-scale-figures-at-wonhobby-33/.173350

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 2 ‒ Episode 7

I just noticed this but, who is that student who keeps fading out of existence and then reappearing on either side of the Misfit Class when they're all in shadow?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-2/episode-7/.173367

SSSS.Dynazenon ‒ Episode 9

This week's episode of SSSS.Dynazenon opens with a lavish tease: An abstract illustration of the long-speculatory nature of Chise's issues and withdrawal.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/ssss.dynazenon/episode-9/.173346

Samurai Warriors 5 Game Adds 10 New Playable Characters

New characters will not feature unique “Power Attacks”

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/samurai-warriors-5-game-adds-10-new-playable-characters/.173383

Gundam Seed Director Mitsuo Fukuda Confirms Film Is Sequel to Destiny

Fukuda's late wife, Seed writer Chiaki Morosawa, polished script with over 100 drafts

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/gundam-seed-director-mitsuo-fukuda-confirms-film-is-sequel-to-destiny/.173440

Zombie Land Saga Revenge ‒ Episode 8

Zombies? In Meiji era Saga? It's more likely than you think.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/zombie-land-saga-revenge/episode-8/.173335

Voice Actor/Radio Personality Genzo Wakayama Passes Away

Voice of Kingdom Hearts' Ansem, Treasure Island's John Silver

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/voice-actor-radio-personality-genzo-wakayama-passes-away/.173438

Misaki Kuno, Kotori Koiwai Join Cast of Aoi Hane Mitsuketa! Anime

Anime's 5th episode to stream on June 7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/misaki-kuno-kotori-koiwai-join-cast-of-aoi-hane-mitsuketa-anime/.173435

Urobuchi, History, and the Wuxia Hero of Thunderbolt Fantasy

Through Shāng and wuxia, Urobuchi demonstrates to audiences just how inspiring an idealist can be, especially one that's been tempered by experience.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-31/urobuchi-history-and-the-wuxia-hero-of-thunderbolt-fantasy/.172801

Toho Cinemas in Tokyo, Osaka to Reopen on June 1

Universal Studios Japan also reopens on June 1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/toho-cinemas-in-tokyo-osaka-to-reopen-on-june-1/.173434

Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan Anime's Promo Video Reveals July 5 Debut

Video also previews opening theme song by Mamoru Miyano, Nana Mizuki

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/life-lessons-with-uramichi-oniisan-anime-promo-video-reveals-july-5-debut/.173433

Akatsuki, DMM.com, The Anime Times Company, Kadokawa Invest in MyAnimeList

New investment is part of 1.2 billion yen investment revealed in February

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/akatsuki-dmm.com-the-anime-times-company-kadokawa-invest-in-myanimelist/.173432

Kakegurui 2: Ultimate Russian Roulette Live-Action Film's Beginning Scene Streamed

Film debuts in Japanese theaters on Tuesday after 2 delays

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/kakegurui-2-ultimate-russian-roulette-live-action-film-beginning-scene-streamed/.173431

Life-Size Freedom Gundam Statue's Opening Ceremony Posted

Teaser for new Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Eclipse manga also posted

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/life-size-freedom-gundam-statue-opening-ceremony-posted/.173407

Kyoto Animation Fan Appreciation Event Returns After 4 Years as Music Festival

Studio's 1st music festival runs at Kyoto's Rohm Theater on November 20-21

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/kyoto-animation-fan-appreciation-event-returns-after-4-years-as-music-festival/.173404

Demon Slayer's 2nd Stage Play Unveils Cast in Costume

Play runs in Tokyo, Osaka in August

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/demon-slayer-2nd-stage-play-unveils-cast-in-costume/.173402

Top-Selling Light Novels in Japan by Volume: 2021 (First Half)

2 Jujutsu Kaisen books, 5 Demon Slayer, SAO, Haruhi, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/top-selling-light-novels-in-japan-by-volume-2021/.173400

Top-Selling Light Novels in Japan by Series: 2021 (First Half)

Demon Slayer sells 651,358 + 270,825, Jujutsu Kaisen sells 235,170 + 206,059

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-31/top-selling-light-novels-in-japan-by-series-2021/.173398

Top-Selling Manga in Japan by Volume: 2021 (First Half)

Demon Slayer finale sells 4.98 million, followed by 5 more Demon Slayer books, 16 Jujutsu Kaisen, One Piece, Attack on Titan, SPY×FAMILY

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/top-selling-manga-in-japan-by-volume-2021/.173396

Top-Selling Manga in Japan by Series: 2021 (First Half)

Demon Slayer sells 26.4 million, Jujutsu Kaisen sells 23.8 million, followed by Tokyo Revengers, Attack on Titan, Chainsaw Man

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/top-selling-manga-in-japan-by-series-2021/.173392

Jujutsu Kaisen Manga's Circulation Jumps 590% to 50 Million Copies Since Anime's Debut

Volume 16 will have 2-million-copy Initial run on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/jujutsu-kaisen-manga-circulation-jumps-590-percent-to-50-million-copies-since-anime-debut/.173399

Demon Slayer Console Game Adds Murata as Playable Character

Game launches in Japanese, English this year for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox X|S, Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/demon-slayer-console-game-adds-murata-as-playable-character/.173374

Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion Z Anime Casts Yūma Uchida, Nao Tōyama

Uchida, Tōyama play pilot candidates for N700S Nozomi

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/shinkansen-henkei-robo-shinkalion-z-anime-casts-yuma-uchida-nao-toyama/.173389

futekiya Boys-Love Manga Service Adds 4 Tokyomangasha Titles

Company licenses Kazuki Natsume's Mods, Nights Before Night, I Hate, By My Side

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/futekiya-boys-love-manga-service-adds-4-tokyomangasha-titles/.173366

Black Clover Manga Has 15 Million Copies in Print Worldwide

This year's 26th issue of Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine revealed on Monday that Yūki Tabata's Black Clover manga has more than 15 million copies...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2021-05-30/black-clover-manga-has-15-million-copies-in-print-worldwide/.173375

Digital Bros. No Longer Lists 'Second Version' in Development for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Game in Revised Financial Report

Previous version of report had stated "2nd version" of game was in development

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/digital-bros-no-longer-lists-second-version-in-development-for-bloodstained-ritual-of-the-night-game-in-revised-financial-report/.173379

Hawaii's KIKU TV to Stop Airing Japanese Content in June

Channel to air ShopHQ programming 24/7 starting on June 28

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/hawaii-kiku-tv-to-stop-airing-japanese-content-in-june/.173381

Key, Ryukishi07's Loopers Kinetic Novel Gets Overseas Release

Kinetic novel with illustrations by Kei Mochizuki launched on PC in Japan on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/key-ryukishi07-loopers-kinetic-novel-gets-overseas-release/.173377

The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki Game Debuts on September 30 for PS4

Latest game in The Legend of Heroes franchise starts 2nd half of "Trails" series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/the-legend-of-heroes-kuro-no-kiseki-game-debuts-on-september-30-for-ps4/.173323

Manga Planet Licenses Takehiko Inoue's Buzzer Beater Manga

Inoue's futuristic basketball manga launches on website in June

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-30/manga-planet-licenses-takehiko-inoue-buzzer-beater-manga/.173363

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, May 17-23

Edens Zero anime ranks in top 10 with 2.5% rating

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-may-17-23/.173303

Japan's Video Game Rankings, May 17-23

Rune Factory 5 debuts at #1, Miitopia debuts at #2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/japan-video-game-rankings-may-17-23/.173299

Kaitei Manga From 2001 Nights' Yukinobu Hoshino Ends With 9th Volume

Manga about voyages of Zheng He launched in 2018

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/kaitei-manga-from-2001-nights-yukinobu-hoshino-ends-with-9th-volume/.173298

Cells at Work! Code Black's Shigemitsu Harada, Taboo Tatoo's Shinjirō Launch New Manga

Shinyaku Kani Kōsen manga remakes Takiji Kobayashi's Kani Kōsen proletarian novel

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/cells-at-work-code-black-shigemitsu-harada-taboo-tatoo-shinjiro-launch-new-manga/.173280

Hato Kannazuki's Maesetsu! Manga Ends

Manga based on original anime about comedians launched in July

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/hato-kannazuki-maesetsu-manga-ends/.173278

Dropkick on my Devil!! X Anime Casts Rena Hasegawa as Atre

Open audition for Ecute, with fans casting deciding vote

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/dropkick-on-my-devil-x-anime-casts-rena-hasegawa-as-atre/.173369

Tatsuhiko Hikagi Ends Watashi no Kizu wa Shindemo Kesanai Manga

The Severing Crime Edge author launched manga in 2019

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/tatsuhiko-hikagi-ends-watashi-no-kizu-wa-shindemo-kesanai-manga/.173270

Re:Zero Spinoff Manga About Wilhelm Ends

Tsubata Nozaki launched Kenki Koiuta manga in November 2018

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/re-zero-spinoff-manga-about-wilhelm-ends/.173269

Funimation Reveals Dub Cast, Staff for Shadows House

Dani Chambers, Emi Lo star in dub premiering on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/funimation-reveals-dub-cast-staff-for-shadows-house/.173361

Platinum End Anime Casts Kaito Ishikawa, Kikuko Inoue, Tomoaki Maeno, Hikaru Midorikawa

Anime based on Takeshi Obata, Tsugumi Ohba's manga premieres this fall

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/platinum-end-anime-casts-kaito-ishikawa-kikuko-inoue-tomoaki-maeno-hikaru-midorikawa/.173364

Macross Mechanical Designer Kazutaka Miyatake Discharged from Hospital

Miyatake was hospitalized after fire at his house on May 22

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/macross-mechanical-designer-kazutaka-miyatake-discharged-from-hospital/.173362

Aniplex Online Fest Event Returns on July 3

Event to feature musical performances, news for franchises such as Demon Slayer, SAO, FGO

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/aniplex-online-fest-event-returns-on-july-3/.173360

Otakon Confirms Plans to Hold In-Person Event as Scheduled in D.C. on August 6-8

Event will be "1st major convention event to be held as D.C. reopens"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-29/otakon-confirms-plans-to-hold-in-person-event-as-scheduled-in-d.c-on-august-6-8/.173359

The Real Thing Manga's Live-Action Film Opens in N. America on June 4

Film based on Mochiru Hoshisato's manga will have cinema & virtual theater screenings, VOD stream

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/the-real-thing-manga-live-action-film-opens-in-n-america-on-june-4/.173267

Sentai Filmworks Reveals English Dub Cast for Dororo Anime

Video previews English dub

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/sentai-filmworks-reveals-english-dub-cast-for-dororo-anime/.173337

This Week in Games - The Floodgates

This week was full of big announcements for two major franchises: Dragon Quest and Sonic the Hedgehog. Heidi breaks down all the new installments in This Week in Games! Which are you most looking forward to playing?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/the-x-button/2021-05-28/this-week-in-games-the-floodgates/.173294

Funimation Voice Actors Discuss Discrimination Against Asian American Talent

Emi Lo, Apphia Yu, Shawn Gann share representation issues, criticisms of casting practices

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-28/funimation-voice-actors-discuss-discrimination-against-asian-american-talent/.173308

How NOT to Summon a Demon Lord Omega ‒ Episode 8

Alicia apparently still having her connection to the King also lets Demon Lord round back to the recurring point of government institutions versus religious ones, even as Diablo has left Laminitus in the dust.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/how-not-to-summon-a-demon-lord-omega/episode-8/.173295

Penguindrum Crowdfunding Campaign Ends With Over 105 Million Yen

Campaign supports Re:cycle of Penguindrum 10th anniversary compilation film project

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/penguindrum-crowdfunding-campaign-ends-with-over-105-million-yen/.173333

Full Dive ‒ Episode 8

The question of Hiro's motivation in Full Dive, what he's getting, or at least trying to get out of Kiwame Quest, has been a slow-burn one.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/full-dive/episode-8/.173266

Funimation Streams Pretty Boy Detective Club Anime's English Dub

Dub premieres on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/funimation-streams-pretty-boy-detective-club-anime-english-dub/.173334

PREVIEW: Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis Beta

Myles got to try out three classes for Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis in what he's calling a "seamless open-world MMORPG experience with perfectly choreographed action."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-28/preview-phantasy-star-online-2-new-genesis-beta/.173078

Super Cub ‒ Episode 8

Episode 8 is soundly the food episode, in my book, even if food isn't the sum total of the episode. It's even better than episode 4's okonomiyaki, which lives rent free in my mind.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/super-cub/episode-8/.173261

Sentai Filmworks Licenses Nozo x Kimi OVA

Sentai to stream, release spinoff OVA of Nozoki Ana on home video

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/sentai-filmworks-licenses-nozo-x-kimi-ova/.173332

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai Anime Adds 3 More Cast Members

Shun Horie, Yū Mizushima, Akio Suyama join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/dragon-quest-the-adventure-of-dai-anime-adds-3-more-cast-members/.173331

Who Would Win? Tanjiro VS. Zoro

So now there's two great anime swordsmen to talk about, the question is...who would win in a battle between Tanjiro and Zoro? Let's find out!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/watch/2021-05-28/who-would-win-tanjiro-vs-zoro/.173302

Love Live! Superstar!! Anime Premieres on July 11

The official Twitter account for the Love Live! franchise announced on Friday that Love Live! Superstar!!, the franchise's new television anime, will premiere...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2021-05-28/love-live-superstar-anime-premieres-on-july-11/.173329

Jun Maeda's Debut Novel is a Queer Romance about Depression

The writer and musician of popular works like Angel Beats! and CLANNAD has published his first novel. Kim Morrissy checks out his newest story about two women bonding over a near-death experience.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-28/jun-maeda-debut-novel-is-a-queer-romance-about-depression/.173125

Gundam SEED's Film Sequel, New Game, New Manga Confirmed

Eclipse manga, set between the two wars, launches in July

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/gundam-seed-film-sequel-new-game-new-manga-confirmed/.173326

Shikizakura Near-Future Battle Anime's Video Previews Opening Song, Reveals October Debut

Original anime's main staff also unveiled

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/shikizakura-near-future-battle-anime-video-previews-opening-song-reveals-october-debut/.173321

Japanese Gov't Extends State of Emergency to June 20 in 9 Prefectures

Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Aichi, Fukuoka, Hokkaido, Okayama, Fukushima, extend state of emergency

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/japanese-govt-extends-state-of-emergency-to-june-20-in-9-prefectures/.173304

Police Arrest Woman for Arson Threat on Wit Studio

25-year-old allegedly sent email on May 7 to studio behind Attack on Titan, Great Pretender, Vivy -Fluorite Eye's Song-

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/police-arrest-woman-for-arson-threat-on-wit-studio/.173305

My Next Life as a Villainess Season 2's Video Reveals New Cast, angela's New Song, July 2 Debut

Kousuke Toriumi joins anime as Rufus Brode

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-28/my-next-life-as-a-villainess-season-2-video-reveals-new-cast-angela-new-song-july-2-debut/.173301

Getter Robo Arc Anime's Video Previews JAM Project Opening, Reveals July 4 Debut

JAM Project performs "Bloodlines: Unmei no Kettō" opening

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/getter-robo-arc-anime-video-previews-jam-project-opening-reveals-july-4-debut/.173300

Yūgo Kobayashi's Aoashi Soccer Manga Gets Spring 2022 TV Anime

Yūgo Kobayashi's manga about middle school soccer star bouncing back from setback launched in 2015

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/yugo-kobayashi-aoashi-soccer-manga-gets-spring-2022-tv-anime/.173279

She Professed Herself Pupil of the Wise Man Anime Adds 2 Cast Members

Ayumu Murase, Minami Hinata join 2021 anime's cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/she-professed-herself-pupil-of-the-wise-man-anime-adds-2-cast-members/.173297

Mamoru Hosoda's Belle Film Casts Kōji Yakusho as Suzu's Father

Yakusho takes on 3rd role in Hosoda's films after The Boy and the Beast, Mirai

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/mamoru-hosoda-belle-film-casts-koji-yakusho-as-suzu-father/.173296

King of Fighters XV Game Reveals Trailer for Blue Mary

Sarah Emi Bridcutt voices character in game slated for this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/king-of-fighters-xv-game-reveals-trailer-for-blue-mary/.173292

The Pokémon Company International, Niantic Reveal Details for Pokémon GO Fest 2021

Event takes place from July 17-18

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/the-pokemon-company-international-niantic-reveal-details-for-pokemon-go-fest-2021/.173293

Idaten Deities in the Peaceful Generation Anime's Trailer Reveals Cast, Staff, July 22 Premiere

Anime casts Romi Park, Megumi Ogata, Yui Horie, Akemi Okamura

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/idaten-deities-in-the-peaceful-generation-anime-trailer-reveals-cast-staff-july-22-premiere/.173291

Inuyasha Teams Up With DJ Steve Aoki for Limited Apparel Collection

Collection available in United States through Dim Mak fashion brand from May 28

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-27/inuyasha-teams-up-with-dj-steve-aoki-for-limited-apparel-collection/.173277

Virtual Crunchyroll Expo Hosts Japanese Bands Burnout Syndromes, 7 Billion Dots, Magic of LiFE, Rhythmic Toy World

Voice actors Bryce Papenbrook, Zeno Robinson also attend August event

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/virtual-crunchyroll-expo-hosts-japanese-bands-burnout-syndromes-7-billion-dots-magic-of-life-rhythmic-toy-world/.173290

Tokyo Performance Doll Group Goes on Indefinite Hiatus

Group's hiatus starts on September 26; members to engage in solo activities

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/tokyo-performance-doll-group-goes-on-indefinite-hiatus/.173288

Mainichi: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Canned Coffee Sells Over 100 Million Units

Can anime collaborations pave the future for Japan's shrinking canned coffee market?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-27/mainichi-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-canned-coffee-sells-over-100-million-units/.173281

Sega Announces New Sonic the Hedgehog Game for 2022

Sega also reveals Sonic Colors: Ultimate game, Sonic Origins compilation

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/sega-announces-new-sonic-the-hedgehog-game-for-2022/.173289

Eden

”Getting the job done” is a perfect way to describe Eden as a whole: While it's far from an anime masterclass, the show ends up handling things well enough to get in and out of your Netflix queue without any raising too many gripes.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/eden/streaming-episodes-1-4/.173260

Netflix Anime Premieres Save the Cat! Goes Anime Storytelling Edutainment Series on YouTube

1st episode features influencer Akidearest, screenwriter Cory Miles

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/netflix-anime-premieres-save-the-cat-goes-anime-storytelling-edutainment-series-on-youtube/.173287

Funimation Streams English Dub for WIT Studio's Original Anime Vivy -Fluorite Eye's Song-

Dub premieres on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/funimation-streams-english-dub-for-wit-studio-original-anime-vivy-fluorite-eye-song/.172275

Kodansha Comics Licenses Ya Boy Kongming!, Police in a Pod, Undead Girl Murder Farce, More Manga

Also: Saint Cecilia and Pastor Lawrence, Quality Assurance in Another World

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/kodansha-comics-licenses-ya-boy-kongming-police-in-a-pod-undead-girl-murder-farce-more-manga/.173286

This Week in Anime - The Rock and Roll Spirit of Those Snow White Notes

Nick and Jean-Karlo jump into the deep end of shamisen music in this stellar drama about a strumming prodigy and his search to find his own sound in the wake of his grandfather's death.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2021-05-27/.173257

Square Enix Unveils Dragon Quest Treasures Game

RPG focuses on childhood story of DQXI's Erik, Mia

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/square-enix-unveils-dragon-quest-treasures-game/.173276

Square Enix Reveals Dragon Quest Keshi Keshi Smartphone Game

Puzzle game debuts this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/square-enix-reveals-dragon-quest-keshi-keshi-smartphone-game/.173275

Dragon Quest III Gets Console 'HD-2D' Remake

Game planned for simultaneous worldwide release "on home consoles"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/dragon-quest-iii-gets-console-hd-2d-remake/.173273

Dragon Quest X Gets 'Version 6' in Fall, Offline Version

Offline version will have new SD art style, slated for 2022

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/dragon-quest-x-gets-version-6-in-fall-offline-version/.173271

Square Enix Unveils Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate

Game will be "darker," targeted for worldwide release

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/square-enix-unveils-dragon-quest-xii-the-flames-of-fate/.173274

Kaguya-sama: Love is War Manga Goes on Hiatus Until July 1

Author Aka Akasaka takes break to write manga's new act

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-27/kaguya-sama-love-is-war-manga-goes-on-hiatus-until-july-1/.173268

So I'm a Spider, So What? ‒ Episode 19

Despite these ominous forebodings, Shun, Katia, and Fei's reunion with the other reincarnations in the village was genuinely heartwarming.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/so-im-a-spider-so-what/episode-19/.173210

Demon Slayer Anime Film Wins Fujimoto Award

Film has topped over 40 billion yen in Japan

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/demon-slayer-anime-film-wins-fujimoto-award/.173250

PREVIEW: ConnecTank

The Natsume Indie Program has paired up with developer YummyYummyTummy to present a game that's shaping up to be one of the better multiplayer arcade romps of the year.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-26/preview-connectank/.173225

Demon Slayer Film's Record Global Box Office, Broken Down by Region

Film sold 41.35 million tickets for 51.7 billion yen globally

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/demon-slayer-film-record-global-box-office-broken-down-by-region/.173139

Sakura Wars' Part II Manga Ends With 9th Volume in June

8th, 9th volumes both ship on June 17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/sakura-wars-part-ii-manga-ends-with-9th-volume-in-june/.173240

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl Remakes Launch on November 19, Followed by Legends: Arceus on January 28, 2022

Pokémon Home app gets Catch Calendar, camera updates

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/pokemon-brilliant-diamond-shining-pearl-remakes-launch-on-november-19-followed-by-legends-arceus-on-january-28-2022/.173251

Gundam Ace Launches New Crossbone Gundam Manga in June

Also: New Gundam Pulitzer: Amuro Ray wa Kyokkō no Kanata e manga launches in August

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/gundam-ace-launches-new-crossbone-gundam-manga-in-june/.173237

History is Overshadowed in Netflix's Yasuke

As it stands, Netflix's Yasuke is an average anime for a most certainly not average historical figure.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-26/history-is-overshadowed-in-netflix-yasuke/.173174

Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid Game Gets Super Edition Launch

Super Edition includes Season Passes 1-3, Street Fighter pack, 4 bonus character skins

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/power-rangers-battle-for-the-grid-game-gets-super-edition-launch/.173220

The Power of Family: Mamoru Hosoda's Narrative Driving Force

Over the past few years, Mamoru Hosoda has solidified his place in the animation industry as a juggernaut of the art form and his use of familial bonds to drive the plot of his narratives forward sets him apart from his contemporaries.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-26/the-power-of-family-mamoru-hosoda-narrative-driving-force/.170130

Miss Hokusai Anime Film Streams on Crave on June 4

Film will also air on Starz 1 in Canada on June 5

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/miss-hokusai-anime-film-streams-on-crave-on-june-4/.173207

The Transformers: The Movie Gets 35th Anniversary Limited Edition SteelBook on 4K UHD Release on August 3

New release to include new 4K transfer, feature-length storyboards

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/the-transformers-the-movie-gets-35th-anniversary-limited-edition-steelbook-on-4k-uhd-release-on-august-3/.173205

Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket Gets New Manga Centered on Chris

Hiroyuki Tamakoshi draws new manga launching on June 26

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/gundam-0080-war-in-the-pocket-gets-new-manga-centered-on-chris/.173233

Zettai Karen Children Creator Takashi Shiina Confirms Manga's End

Manga debuted in 2005

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/zettai-karen-children-creator-takashi-shiina-confirms-manga-end/.173208

Tokyo Revengers Manga Enters Final Arc

Ken Wakui's manga launched in 2017; is inspiring TV anime, live-action film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/tokyo-revengers-manga-enters-final-arc/.173224

100 Nichikan Ikita Wani Anime Film Reveals New July 9 Release Date

Film was delayed from May 28 release due to COVID-19

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/100-nichikan-ikita-wani-anime-film-reveals-new-july-9-release-date/.173232

Venus Versus Virus' Atsushi Suzumi Launches New Manga in June

New manga adapts Nagato Yamata's Sekai Saisoku no Level Up story

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/venus-versus-virus-atsushi-suzumi-launches-new-manga-in-june/.173228

Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor Manga Ends in June

Aosa Tsunemi's manga adaptation of Tarō Hitsuji's light novels launched in 2015

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-26/akashic-records-of-bastard-magic-instructor-manga-ends-in-june/.173227

Gundam Ace Magazine to Reveal New Project for Gundam SEED Franchise on July 26 (Updated)

The July issue of Kadokawa's Gundam Ace magazine teased on Wednesday that the magazine's September issue will announce a new project for the Mobile Suit...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2021-05-26/gundam-ace-magazine-to-reveal-new-project-for-gundam-seed-franchise-on-july-26/.173184

Drugstore in Another World Anime's Teaser Video Reveals July 7 Premiere

Jun Fukushima, Risae Matsuda, Akane Kumada, Satsumi Matsuda, Mariko Higashiuchi, Fumiko Uchimura star

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/drugstore-in-another-world-anime-teaser-video-reveals-july-7-premiere/.173230

Live-Action Tokyo Revengers Film's Video Highlights Takemichi, Hinata

Film opens on July 9

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/live-action-tokyo-revengers-film-video-highlights-takemichi-hinata/.173223

Given Boys-Love Manga Gets New Anime DVD, Live-Action Show

OAD bundled with manga volume 7 on December 1, live-action show debuts on July 17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/given-boys-love-manga-gets-new-anime-dvd-live-action-show/.173222

NFL Nerd Night Out with Cam Jordan, Mike Daniels, Lawrence Guy, and Melvin Gordon

Why is Gohan the biggest disappointment? Could Cam beat Megalobox's Joe in the ring? Does Sk8 capture the real fear of sports injuries? Tune in right here on Wednesday, May 26 at 6pm EDT/3pm PDT to find out!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/watch/2021-05-25/nfl-nerd-night-out-with-cam-jordan-mike-daniels-lawrence-guy-and-melvin-gordon/.173221

Kunio-kun Game Series Gets 35th Anniversary Project, New Works

Project commemorates anniversary of Nekketsu Kо̄ha Kunio-kun (Renegade) game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/kunio-kun-game-series-gets-35th-anniversary-project-new-works/.173217

North American Anime, Manga Releases, May 23-29

Baki, Plunderer anime; Boys Run the Riot, Bite Maker: The King's Omega manga ship

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/north-american-anime-manga-releases-may-23-29/.173212

To Your Eternity ‒ Episode 7

You think we don't know what's coming next, To Your Eternity? You think we don't know that Gugu exists only for us to love him, and for us to be broken when his inevitably dark fate is thrust upon us? We're getting wise to your tricks!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/to-your-eternity/episode-7/.173213

Lupin III Franchise Gets 6th Anime Series for 50th Anniversary

Eiji Suganama to direct series at TMS Entertainment

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/lupin-iii-franchise-gets-6th-anime-series-for-50th-anniversary/.173157

Back Arrow ‒ Episode 20

It's hard not to enjoy the sheer spectacle of it all. Whatever reservations Back Arrow had early on have been completely shattered, and we are entering the kind of existential god-fighting that I, personally, love in my super robot shows.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/back-arrow/episode-20/.173181

One Piece ‒ Episode 975

Perhaps one of the most dramatic revelations in One Piece has finally arrived in the anime as Toki's origins are revealed.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/one-piece/episode-975/.173179

Megalobox 2: Nomad ‒ Episode 8

In addition to giving some much-needed insight as to how Yuri is doing all of these years after his fateful bout with Joe, we learn why Mac's nickname is “Mac Time”, and that's a lesson that Liu might end up taking to his grave.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/megalobox-2-nomad/episode-8/.173163

This Week in Anime - Zombie Land Saga Revenge is a Dish Best Served Cold

Our favorite undead idol group is back and they're still kicking it with a pitch-perfect sequel. Steve and Nicky check in on Franchouchou to see how they're handling crippling debt, the trials of being a local idol group, and you know, undeath.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2021-05-25/.173161

Fruits Basket the Final ‒ Episode 8

Against an evocative backdrop of rainy gloom, the majority of this episode is a flashback of Kyo's most excruciating repressed memories.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/fruits-basket-the-final/episode-8/.173177

BanG Dream! Episode of Roselia I: Promise

BanG Dream has proven itself as a consistent, ongoing success, with the band Roselia as a performing powerhouse. With that in mind, the role of Episode of Roselia I: Promise is, for better or for worse, a greatest hits release.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/bang-dream-episode-of-roselia-i/promise/.173158

Sega Announces Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown PS4 Remake Game for June 1

Trailer of Virtua 5 game's remake streamed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/sega-announces-virtua-fighter-5-ultimate-showdown-ps4-remake-game-for-june-1/.173209

How NOT to Summon a Demon Lord Omega Anime Casts Kousuke Toriumi, Ayumu Murase

New characters debut in anime's 8th episode on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/how-not-to-summon-a-demon-lord-omega-anime-casts-kousuke-toriumi-ayumu-murase/.173206

The ANN Aftershow - Has Bakugo REALLY changed??

Bakugo gets the short end of the stick with only ONE episode dedicated to MHA's most explosive boy. His classmates hail him as new and improved, but has Bakugo really earned the praise?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/aftershow/2021-05-25/.173182

Japanese Gov't Considers State of Emergency Extension to June 20

Also: U.S. State Department issues "do not travel" advisory to Japan; Eiren asks for cinema reopening

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/japanese-govt-considers-state-of-emergency-extension-to-june-20/.173188

Ayumi Ayano, Yūki Shin Join Cast of Edens Zero Anime

Ayano plays Labilia, Shin plays Jinn in ongoing anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/ayumi-ayano-yuki-shin-join-cast-of-edens-zero-anime/.173202

Macross Mechanical Designer Kazutaka Miyatake Hospitalized After House Fire

Miyatake's wife passed away after Saturday house fire

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/macross-mechanical-designer-kazutaka-miyatake-hospitalized-after-house-fire/.173192

Love Stage!! Live-Action Film Streams on GagaOOLala on May 28

Live-action adaptation of manga premiered in Japan on October 2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/love-stage-live-action-film-streams-on-gagaoolala-on-may-28/.173150

Bandai Namco's Family Trainer Game Gets European, Southeast Asian Release on September 3

Exercise game for Switch launched in Japan on December 17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/bandai-namco-family-trainer-game-gets-european-southeast-asian-release-on-september-3/.173152

Yūya Takahashi's Monstaboo Manga Ends

Manga about girl with dark secret meeting monster launched in June 2019

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/yuya-takahashi-monstaboo-manga-ends/.173180

Detective Conan: Quarter of Silence Film Gets Manga in June

Yutaka Abe, Jirō Maruden draw manga adaptation of 2011 film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-25/detective-conan-quarter-of-silence-film-gets-manga-in-june/.173178

Gyokō no Nikuko-san Anime Film Shows Anime Music Video for Theme Song

Kurumi Inagaki performs cover of Takuro Yoshida's "Image no Uta" as theme song for film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/gyoko-no-nikuko-san-anime-film-shows-anime-music-video-for-theme-song/.173175

Record of Ragnarok Anime Unveils Trailer, Cast, Visual, June 17 Global Debut on Netflix

Aya Kawakami, Rina Kawaguchi, Yu Kobayashi join cast for Netflix anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/record-of-ragnarok-anime-unveils-trailer-cast-visual-june-17-global-debut-on-netflix/.173159

Rurouni Kenshin: The Final, Detective Conan Films Drop to #4, #5

Evangelion: 3.0+1.0, Fate/GO: Camelot, Demon Slayer drop to #6, #7, #8

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/rurouni-kenshin-the-final-detective-conan-films-drop-to-no.4-no.5/.173176

Tropical-Rouge! Precure Episodes 1-12

Although the villains aren't particularly threatening thus far – in fact, they're downright goofy at times – the magical girl action is quite good.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/tropical-rouge-precure/episodes-1/.173061

Pui Pui Molcar Gets Collabs With SPUR Fashion Magazine, Sanrio

Ever since it first aired this January, the stop-motion series Pui Pui Molcar has taken Japan by storm.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-24/pui-pui-molcar-gets-collabs-with-spur-fashion-magazine-sanrio/.173076

Combatants Will Be Dispatched! ‒ Episode 8

In this week's episode, "dick festival" comes back to haunt the team.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/combatants-will-be-dispatched/episode-8/.173136

Guinness Certifies Attack on Titan's World Record for Largest Comic Book Published

Kodansha published 1-meter tall edition of manga's 1st 2 chapters in March

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-24/guinness-certifies-attack-on-titan-world-record-for-largest-comic-book-published/.173138

Toonami Airs Black Clover Anime's 4th Season on June 19

3rd season currently airing on programming block

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/toonami-airs-black-clover-anime-4th-season-on-june-19/.173156

Sega to Release Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles Console Game in English in Asia This Year

Game will include both Japanese, English audio

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/sega-to-release-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-the-hinokami-chronicles-console-game-in-english-in-asia-this-year/.173155

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, May 10-16

Sequel Dragon Zakura live-action series earns 14.3% rating in latest episode

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-may-10-16/.173143

Kadokawa Games Announces Metal Saga: Hangyaku no Rо̄ka Game for Switch

Metal Max Xeno: Reborn game heads west in 2022

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/kadokawa-games-announces-metal-saga-hangyaku-no-r-ka-game-for-switch/.173153

I Want to Hold Aono-kun so Badly I Could Die Manga Enters Final Arc

Umi Shiina launched manga in 2016

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/i-want-to-hold-aono-kun-so-badly-i-could-die-manga-enters-final-arc/.173128

'Farewell, My Dear Cramer' Anime Casts Hinatazaka46's Yūka Kageyama in 1st Voice Acting Role

Kageyama voices Ayame Ebina in ongoing soccer anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/farewell-my-dear-cramer-anime-casts-hinatazaka46-yuka-kageyama-in-1st-voice-acting-role/.173151

The Creation of Netflix Original Anime Eden w/ Producer Justin Leach

Justin was given one month to recruit the core staff of Eden, and this was his opportunity to cash in what he jokingly refers to as “friendship tokens.”

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-24/the-creation-of-netflix-original-anime-eden-w-producer-justin-leach/.172888

Demon Slayer Film Earns US$43.96 Million in U.S., Godzilla vs. Kong Film Earns US$96.91 Million

Godzilla vs. Kong ranks at #5, Demon Slayer ranks at #6 in U.S.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/demon-slayer-film-earns-usd43.96-million-in-u.s-godzilla-vs-kong-film-earns-usd96.91-million/.173145

Detective Conan Film Earns 6.4 Billion Yen, Evangelion Film Earns 8.54 Billion Yen

Films ranked at #5, #6 respectively for weekend of May 22-23

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/detective-conan-film-earns-6.4-billion-yen-evangelion-film-earns-8.54-billion-yen/.173148

Kadokawa Games Reveals New Relayer Simulation RPG

God Wars development team works on new game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/kadokawa-games-reveals-new-relayer-simulation-rpg/.173142

Kamen Rider, Super Sentai Crossover Anniversary Film Features 83 Heroes

Film opens on July 22

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/kamen-rider-super-sentai-crossover-anniversary-film-features-83-heroes/.173129

Ro-Kyu-Bu!, Tenshi no 3P!'s Sagu Aoyama Launches New Manga

"Remote island x girls x curry?!" manga launches in July

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/ro-kyu-bu-tenshi-no-3p-s-sagu-aoyama-launches-new-manga/.173127

Aya Shouoto Launches New Kagetoki-sama no Kurenai Kōkyū Manga in July

Shouoto ended Otome no Omocha manga last month

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/aya-shouoto-launches-new-kagetoki-sama-no-kurenai-kokyu-manga-in-july/.173126

Hatoful Boyfriend Game Delisted on PS Store, iOS, Android at End of May

Game will still be available on Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/hatoful-boyfriend-game-delisted-on-ps-store-ios-android-at-end-of-may/.173124

2nd Live-Action Kakegurui Film Opens on June 1 After COVID-19 Delay

Film was slated to open on May 12 before latest COVID-19 delay due to state of emergency

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/2nd-live-action-kakegurui-film-opens-on-june-1-after-covid-19-delay/.173135

Demon Slayer Is 1st Film Ever to Top 40 Billion Yen in Japan

2020's #1 film sold 41.35 million tickets for 51.7 billion yen globally, including 3.51 million tickets in U.S.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-24/demon-slayer-is-1st-film-ever-to-top-40-billion-yen-in-japan/.173134

Demon Slayer Console Game Adds Tanjiro Using Hinokami Kagura as Playable Character

Game slated to launch this year for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-23/demon-slayer-console-game-adds-tanjiro-using-hinokami-kagura-as-playable-character/.173114

Moriarty the Patriot ‒ Episode 19

The idea of a straight-laced politician trying to work towards equality is interesting in and of itself in the context of the show, but in some ways this episode is more interesting in what it does with its setting.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/moriarty-the-patriot/episode-19/.173123

86 ‒ Episode 7

Lena is already at her breaking point, being lambasted by Kurena and only being able to offer symbolic assistance.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/86/episode-7/.173117

Those Snow White Notes ‒ Episode 8

Turns out Yui, for all her confidence and assertiveness, is just as insecure as any teenager – she's just better at hiding it than her chinchilla-like best friend.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/those-snow-white-notes/episode-8/.173111

Vivy -Fluorite Eye's Song- ‒ Episode 9

For all the amazingly animated action, this episode really is a character piece for our long-running villain, Yugo, more than anything else.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/vivy-fluorite-eye-song/episode-9/.173109

Don't Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro ‒ Episode 7

Nagatoro may let slip to Senpai that she would indeed like him to ask her out sometimes, but both of them are still hiding their genuine feelings behind the veneer of the pet-play bullying scenario that fuels most of their interactions.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/dont-toy-with-me-miss-nagatoro/episode-7/.173108

Shadows House ‒ Episode 7

When the shadow is separated from the body, does that make it a different entity entirely? That's certainly been a question throughout all of Shadows House, but this one brings it into starker relief.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/shadows-house/episode-7/.173107

My Hero Academia ‒ Episode 97

Alright you losers, you've had your fun with these “training matches” and their so-called “tests of skill” going across multiple episodes. But Bakugo has been there, done that, and bought the novelty t-shirt with Deku's lunch money.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-hero-academia/episode-97/.173104

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 2 ‒ Episode 6

It has finally happened – Evil Iruma's here. Thanks to a spell cast on him by Alicred, Iruma is currently going through a simulated Evil Cycle.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-2/episode-6/.173102

SSSS.Dynazenon's Gridknight Gets Posable Figure

Warning: This article contains spoilers for SSSS.Gridman episode 10 and SSSS.Dynazenon episode 7.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-23/ssss.dynazenon-gridknight-gets-posable-figure/.172926

I Cannot Reach You GN 1

I Cannot Reach You is a simple story in a lot of ways. It's built around the trope of childhood friends becoming lovers, but the story comes off as one of quiet yearning, rather than just a rehash of the same-old same-old.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/i-cannot-reach-you/gn-1/.172655

Gentle Criminal, La Brava Join My Hero One's Justice 2 Game as DLC Characters

Characters to arrive in game soon as 5th DLC character set

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-23/gentle-criminal-la-brava-join-my-hero-one-justice-2-game-as-dlc-characters/.173115

Is the order a rabbit? Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Character Song

Manaka Iwami will perform character song for Fuyu Fuiba, who has yet to appear in the anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-23/is-the-order-a-rabbit-celebrates-10th-anniversary-with-character-song/.172927

2nd Live-Action Kakegurui Film Screens at Fantasia Int'l Film Festival

Virtual film festival will also screen Shunji Iwai's 12 Day Tale of the Monster that Died in 8 film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-23/2nd-live-action-kakegurui-film-screens-at-fantasia-intl-film-festival/.173101

Starting Gate! -Uma Musume Pretty Derby- Manga Reaches Climax of Final Arc

Manga launched on Cycomi website, app in March 2017

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-23/starting-gate-uma-musume-pretty-derby-manga-reaches-climax-of-final-arc/.173120

Funimation Adds God Mazinger, Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland, Space Adventure Cobra Anime to Catalog

All 3 anime to stream in U.S., Canada starting on Sunday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-23/funimation-adds-god-mazinger-little-nemo-adventures-in-slumberland-space-adventure-cobra-anime-to-catalog/.173116

All 8 Volumes of Berserk Deluxe Edition Manga Rank on Overall Best-Selling Books List on Amazon

Manga's 1st volume ranks in top 10 on retailer after announcement of Kentarou Miura's passing

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-23/all-8-volumes-of-berserk-deluxe-edition-manga-rank-on-overall-best-selling-books-list-on-amazon/.173119

Gundam SEED Director Makes Anime Video for Life-Size Freedom Gundam Statue

Shanghai statue's opening ceremony takes place on May 28 with global streaming

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-23/gundam-seed-director-makes-anime-video-for-life-size-freedom-gundam-statue/.173113

Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon's Judgement Anime Releases on Netflix U.S. on June 28

Series premiered in Japan in January

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/seven-deadly-sins-dragon-judgement-anime-releases-on-netflix-u.s-on-june-28/.173095

Hatsune Miku's Twitter Account Briefly Suspended Over Age Restrictions

Yesterday, the official Twitter account of Hatsune Miku was suspended over supposedly failing to meet Twitter's age requirements, which stipulates that all account holders must be at least 13 years of age.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-22/hatsune-miku-twitter-account-briefly-suspended-over-age-restrictions/.173079

Japan's Video Game Rankings, May 10-16

Resident Evil Village PS4 version holds #1 position

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/japan-video-game-rankings-may-10-16/.173058

Tomonori Inoue's Candy & Cigarettes Manga Ends in 2 Chapters

Manga from Coppelion author launched in January 2017

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/tomonori-inoue-candy-and-cigarettes-manga-ends-in-2-chapters/.173060

Combatants Will Be Dispatched! Merchandise Feature Alice and Snow in Negligee

Kujibikido has recently announced an online lottery campaign with a lineup featuring a variety of Combatants Will Be Dispatched! merchandise based on an...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-22/combatants-will-be-dispatched-merchandise-feature-alice-and-snow-in-negligee/.172929

$10,000 is Amazing, but we can raise so much more.

Yesterday the anime community raised $10,000 for The Trevor Project via our fundraiser. I am extremely grateful and extremely proud of this community....

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/site-news/2021-05-22/10000-is-amazing-but-we-can-raise-so-much-more/.173106

Spirit Hunter: NG

Aksys Games' release of Spirit Hunter: NG is the second in Experience, Inc.'s Spirit Hunter horror visual novel franchise, serving up over 15 hours of creeping horrors.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/game/pc/spirit-hunter/ng/.152367

Demon Slayer Is Now the #2 Anime Film in the U.S. of All Time

Mugen Train earns US$43.96 million to top Pokémon 2000, trails only Mewtwo Strikes Back

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/demon-slayer-is-now-the-no.2-anime-film-in-the-u.s-of-all-time/.173105

Grisaia: Phantom Trigger 06 Game Heads to Switch This Summer

Game launched for Steam in April 2019

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/grisaia-phantom-trigger-06-game-heads-to-switch-this-summer/.173014

A Hatsune Miku x My Little Pony Figure Is on the Horizon

Say hello to Miku Pony

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-22/a-hatsune-miku-x-my-little-pony-figure-is-on-the-horizon/.173040

Urusei Yatsura, Cutey Honey Song Lyricist Akira Itō Passes Away

Itō also penned Gigantor, Wataru, Barefoot Gen 2 songs

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/urusei-yatsura-cutey-honey-song-lyricist-akira-ito-passes-away/.173103

Super Cub ‒ Episode 7

The main plot of episode 7 is the school culture festival. In the case of Koguma's class, they're running an Italian-style café, which will serve espresso and the like for the event.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/super-cub/episode-7/.173065

Princess Resurrection's Yasunori Mitsunaga Launches New Manga

Evil Heroes manga debuts May 27 with Yoshimitsu Iruka as artist

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/princess-resurrection-yasunori-mitsunaga-launches-new-manga/.172989

Pro Gamer Daigo Umehara Released from Hospital After COVID-19 Diagnosis

Umehara underwent treatment for 2 weeks for COVID-19, said it will "take time to get back to normal"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/pro-gamer-daigo-umehara-released-from-hospital-after-covid-19-diagnosis/.173098

Manga Creator Ichirō Tominaga Passes Away at 96

Award-winning manga creator known for Chinkoro Ane-chan, Sekkachi Neeya series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/manga-creator-ichiro-tominaga-passes-away-at-96/.173094

Seven Seas Adds Case Files of Jeweler Richard, Robo Sapiens, More Manga

Also: Spinoff manga for My Next Life as a Villainess, Reincarnated as a Sword

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-22/seven-seas-adds-case-files-of-jeweler-richard-robo-sapiens-more-manga/.173080

SSSS.Dynazenon ‒ Episode 8

The show has been slowly teasing out the exact origins of Kaiju across its run, with this one fully confirming the suspicions they'd planted previously and we're finally getting some answers.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/ssss.dynazenon/episode-8/.173075

Sound! Euphonium's Ayano Takeda, Musshu Launch New Manga

Hana wa Saku, Shura no Gotoku debuts on June 18

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/sound-euphonium-ayano-takeda-musshu-launch-new-manga/.173068

Gangsta. Manga Creator Kohske Details Her Fight Against Lupus

Manga artist writes that she's prioritizing her health over work and enjoying life with her "little birds."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-21/gangsta-manga-creator-kohske-details-her-fight-against-lupus/.173067

Yen Press Licenses 6 Manga, 4 Light Novels for November

Yen Press announced on Friday the following light novels and manga for release in November. Title: The Hero Laughs While Walking the Path of Vengeance...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/yen-press-licenses-6-manga-4-light-novels-for-november/.173066

Laid-Back Camp Anime Gets New OVA on July 28

3rd BD of anime's 2nd season to include OVA

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/laid-back-camp-anime-gets-new-ova-on-july-28/.173064

Sanrio Boys Project Auditions Real Boys Who Love Sanrio

5 winners announced in May 21 livestream will have their Sanrio-related dreams granted

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-21/sanrio-boys-project-auditions-real-boys-who-love-sanrio/.172993

Beauty and the Feast GN 1

This story takes for its premise that feeding someone is in itself rewarding and can become the catalyst for a better outlook on life.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/beauty-and-the-feast/gn-1/.172528

French Artist Jérôme Alquié to Draw Saint Seiya Comic

Masami Kurumada to support Alquié through different production steps

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/french-artist-jerome-alquie-to-draw-saint-seiya-comic/.172965

The Case Study of Vanitas Anime's Promo Video Reveals Yuki Kajiura's Music

Yuki Kajiura composes soundtrack for Bones' anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/the-case-study-of-vanitas-anime-promo-video-reveals-yuki-kajiura-music/.173063

hololive Alternative Project Streams Full Teaser Video

Project creates "alternative world" featuring hololive girls

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/hololive-alternative-project-streams-full-teaser-video/.173062

French Artist Jérôme Alquié and Captain Harlock - Memories of the Arcadia

Jérôme Alquié has a uniquely enviable position. The story is Alquié's very own series starring iconic Captain Harlock, and it comes with all the approvals of the manga's originator.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2021-05-21/french-artist-jerome-alquie-and-captain-harlock-memories-of-the-arcadia/.172921

The World's Finest Assassin Gets Reincarnated in a Different World as an Aristocrat TV Anime's Teaser Reveals Delay to October

New visual, character illustrations also unveiled

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/the-world-finest-assassin-gets-reincarnated-in-a-different-world-as-an-aristocrat-tv-anime-teaser-reveals-delay-to-october/.173059

The Deer King, 'Josee, The Tiger and the Fish,' Poupelle Films Compete at Annecy

International animation film festival runs from June 14-19

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/the-deer-king-josee-the-tiger-and-the-fish-poupelle-films-compete-at-annecy/.173043

2nd Live-Action Kakegurui Film's Footage Shows Student Body in Disarray

Film was slated to open on May 12 before layest COVID-19 delay due to state of emergency

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/2nd-live-action-kakegurui-film-footage-shows-student-body-in-disarray/.173056

Slow Loop Anime Reveals Main Staff, Visual, January 2022 Debut

ORESUKI's Noriaki Akitaya directs anime at CONNECT

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/slow-loop-anime-reveals-main-staff-visual-january-2022-debut/.173047

New Revue Starlight Anime Film's 1st 4 Minutes Posted

Film opens on June 4 after COVID-19 delay

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/new-revue-starlight-anime-film-1st-4-minutes-posted/.173041

ArtisWitch Net Anime Reveals Theme Song Artists, Collaborating Musicians

yonkey, Kana Adachi collaborate for theme song; Giga, Hakubi, Hakushi Hasegawa, more contribute

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/artiswitch-net-anime-reveals-theme-song-artists-collaborating-musicians/.173039

Book About Reading Baki the Grappler Manga With BL Lens Gets Live-Action Show

Series about fujoshi imagining BL ships of Baki the Grappler characters premieres in August

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-21/book-about-reading-baki-the-grappler-manga-with-bl-lens-gets-live-action-show/.173038

About Today's Skin

Anime News Network is raising money for The Trevor Project in memory of Zac Bertschy.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/site-news/2021-05-21/about-today-skin/.173025

Seven Seas Licenses Harukaze no Étranger, The Country Without Humans, Furi-san is Scary! Manga

Reborn as a Barrier Master, The Exo-Drive Reincarnation Games, My Lovey-Dovey Wife is a Stone Cold Killer, The Witches of Adamas manga also licensed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/seven-seas-licenses-harukaze-no-etranger-the-country-without-humans-furi-san-is-scary-manga/.173035

Nanoha's Masaki Tsuzuki Unveils New Extreme Hearts Project

Mahōka Kōkō no Rettōsei: Tsuioku-hen manga's Waki Ikawa designs characters

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/nanoha-masaki-tsuzuki-unveils-new-extreme-hearts-project/.173037

Sentai Filmworks Licenses Vinland Saga Anime for Home Video This Summer

Jake Jung provides new translation for 2019 Viking historical drama anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/sentai-filmworks-licenses-vinland-saga-anime-for-home-video-this-summer/.173034

Mamoru Hosoda's Belle Film Unveils More Staff, New Dragon Visuals

Akiya Kageichi designs Dragon character; other Hosoda collaborators return for film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/mamoru-hosoda-belle-film-unveils-more-staff-new-dragon-visuals/.173036

Final Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Films Post Making-of Video

17 minutes of behind-the-scenes footage for 1st film, along with new ads for 2nd film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/final-live-action-rurouni-kenshin-films-post-making-of-video/.173033

Full Dive ‒ Episode 7

This choice of focus on Hiro's decision against all sense also just brings the pacing of the episode to a grinding halt as he and Reona have another repetitious, circular conversation about the shittiness of the game and what parts of it Hiro thinks he can work against.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/full-dive/episode-7/.172986

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Game's Trailer Previews Story

Game launches for Switch, PC on July 9

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/monster-hunter-stories-2-wings-of-ruin-game-trailer-previews-story/.173015

Joran: The Princess of Snow and Blood ‒ Episode 8

That said, as far as a Makoto's character development is concerned, the whole thing kind of…sucks?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/joran-the-princess-of-snow-and-blood/episode-8/.172980

King of Fighters XV Game Reveals Trailer for Ralf Jones, Clark Still

Bunshu Shinoya, Tomo Kasaya voice characters for Team Ikari fighters

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/king-of-fighters-xv-game-reveals-trailer-for-ralf-jones-clark-still/.173013

One Piece ‒ Episode 974

Oden is such an interesting case study for me as a One Piece fan. I'm not sure I'd say Oden himself is an all-time favorite character - like Sabo, I find him much more interesting for what he means to other cast members.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/one-piece/episode-974/.172848

Polygon Pictures Animates New Netflix Animated Series Mech Cadets

Series based on Boom! Studios' Mech Cadet Yu comic books by Greg Pak and Takeshi Miyazawa

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/polygon-pictures-animates-new-netflix-animated-series-mech-cadets/.173012

To Draw or Not to Draw: Anime Directors Discuss Their Stances on Male Nipples

"When you work as an anime director, at some point during any given production you will have to face the question 'Do you or do you not draw the male nipples?"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-20/to-draw-or-not-to-draw-anime-directors-discuss-their-stances-on-male-nipples/.172933

Kadokawa Games Reveals Demon Gaze Extra Game for PS4, Switch

Trailer streamed for new version of 2013 PS Vita game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/kadokawa-games-reveals-demon-gaze-extra-game-for-ps4-switch/.172958

Funimation Streams English Dub for Kemono Jihen Anime

Madeleine Morris, Patrick Seitz, A.J Beckles, Cassie Ewulu, Kristen McGuire star in dub

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/funimation-streams-english-dub-for-kemono-jihen-anime/.173011

Daytime Shooting Star GN 12

In this final volume, Daytime Shooting Star adopts a message nearly unheard of for its genre: your first love is not necessarily going to be the person you stay with forever.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/daytime-shooting-star/gn-12/.172739

Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom - Prince's Edition Game Heads to Switch on September 17

Trailer streamed for Switch version featuring all DLC

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/ni-no-kuni-ii-revenant-kingdom-prince-edition-game-heads-to-switch-on-september-17/.173010

Creators Offer Condolences for Berserk Creator Kentarou Miura's Passing

Fairy Tail, Black Lagoon, Hajime no Ippo, Heaven's Design Team creators & more respond to 54-year-old's passing

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-20/creators-offer-condolences-for-berserk-creator-kentarou-miura-passing/.172994

The Detective Is Already Dead Anime Casts Maria Naganawa

5th key visual features Naganawa's character Alicia

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/the-detective-is-already-dead-anime-casts-maria-naganawa/.173009

2 22/7 Idols Diagnosed With COVID-19 But Are in Stable Condition Now

Moe Suzuhana, Ruri Umino tested positive earlier this week

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/2-22-7-idols-diagnosed-with-covid-19-but-are-in-stable-condition-now/.173008

This Week in Anime - Why You Should Watch Backflip!!

This season has plenty to yell about, but if Backflip!! flew under your radar then now is the time to correct that immediately. Nick and Nicky look at its amazing choreography, and why it's more than just a routine sports series.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2021-05-20/.172976

Remembering the U.S. Censorship of Electric Tales of Pikachu Over 20 Years Later

Japanese media critic Kimi Rito humorously highlighted the changes

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-20/remembering-the-u.s-censorship-of-electric-tales-of-pikachu-over-20-years-later/.172873

Station Idol Latch! Project Turns Tokyo's Yamanote Train Stations Into Idols With Anime

Kensho Ono, Nobunaga Shimazaki star with voice drama, manga, game, novelization also planned

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/station-idol-latch-project-turns-tokyo-yamanote-train-stations-into-idols-with-anime/.173004

Higurashi: When They Cry – SOTSU Anime's Trailer Previews Opening Song

Ayane performs "Analogy" opening for July anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/higurashi-when-they-cry-sotsu-anime-trailer-previews-opening-song/.172996

Banished From The Heroes' Party Anime Reveals Delay From July to October, More Cast

Kōhei Amasaki, Masahiro Yamanaka, Sora Tokui, Takeru Mishina, Yū Serizawa join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/banished-from-the-heroes-party-anime-reveals-delay-from-july-to-october-more-cast/.172995

Cygames Reveals Project GAMM Fantasy Action Console Game With Senran Kagura Director

Mogumo designs characters, Evangelion's Shiro Sagisu is composer, FFXIV's Kiyoshi Arai is environment designer

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/cygames-reveals-project-gamm-fantasy-action-console-game-with-senran-kagura-director/.172992

Sakugan Anime's Character Video Highlights Hikaru Midorikawa's Character

Midorikawa plays Labyrinth adventurer Rufus in fall TV anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-20/sakugan-anime-character-video-highlights-hikaru-midorikawa-character/.172991

Berserk Manga Creator Kentarou Miura Passes Away at 54

Publisher Hakusensha announced on Thursday that Berserk manga creator Kentarou Miura passed away on May 6 at 2:48 p.m. due to acute aortic dissection....

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/berserk-manga-creator-kentarou-miura-passes-away-at-54/.172988

Seven Seas Licenses Semelparous, The Savior's Book Cafe Story in Another World, Succubus & Hitman Manga

FukaFuka Dungeon Kouryakuki, Double Your Pleasure yuri anthology also licensed under Ghost Ship

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/seven-seas-licenses-semelparous-the-savior-book-cafe-story-in-another-world-succubus-and-hitman-manga/.172987

MARS RED ‒ Episode 7

While it could have sustained the apocalyptic momentum of last week's episode, MARS RED instead languishes in the last cliffhanger, leaving Maeda behind to bleed on the concrete so we can turn the clock back one year to focus on Misaki.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/mars-red/episode-7/.172935

Fire in His Fingertips Firefighter Romance Anime's 2nd Season Reveals More Cast, July 4 Debut

Haru Amano, Sakura Nakamura, Nerime Akimoto join cast in ComicFesta anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/fire-in-his-fingertips-firefighter-romance-anime-2nd-season-reveals-more-cast-july-4-debut/.172973

To Your Eternity ‒ Episode 6

If anything, what I appreciated the most about “Our Goals” is that it delivers exactly what it says on the tin: We have a stronger sense of Fushi's goals, and we get our first real outlining of what The Beholder's long term plans are.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/to-your-eternity/episode-6/.172931

Dr. Ramune: Mysterious Disease Specialist Streaming

The problem arises in the show's treatment of each of the cases: while they all start out well, giving us a clear understanding of the problems that cause the mysterious diseases, the resolution typically comes far too easily.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/dr-ramune/mysterious-disease-specialist/streaming/.172323

The Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon's Judgement Anime's New Creditless Opening/Ending Theme Videos Streamed

New visual revealed for 2nd cours

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/the-seven-deadly-sins-dragon-judgement-anime-new-creditless-opening-ending-theme-videos-streamed/.172972

Pompo: The Cinéphile Anime Film's New Video Reveals Movie-Original Character, Insert Songs

Ryuichi Kijima cast in June 4 film with songs by DUSTCELL vocalist EMA, virtual singer Kaf

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/pompo-the-cinephile-anime-film-new-video-reveals-movie-original-character-insert-songs/.172971

Virtual Crunchyroll Expo Event to Preview Tonikawa: Over The Moon For You OVA

Voice actress Cherami Leigh, Japanese vegetable carving artist Okitsugu Kado, more to also attend event

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/virtual-crunchyroll-expo-event-to-preview-tonikawa-over-the-moon-for-you-ova/.172905

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, May 3-9

2020 Oshiri Tantei film earns 2.2% rating

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-may-3-9/.172939

Why Date A Live Will Win Your Heart

Date A Live is simply built differently especially compared to current light novels. The very idea that Date A Live is out of time works in its favor by serving as greater juxtaposition to what gives the franchise its identity.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2021-05-19/why-date-a-live-will-win-your-heart/.171697

Tsukimichi -Moonlit Fantasy- Anime Reveals 3 More Cast Members

Kazuhiko Inoue, Masaharu Satō, Taku Yashiro co-star

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/tsukimichi-moonlit-fantasy-anime-reveals-3-more-cast-members/.172969

Peach Boy Riverside TV Anime Unveils More Cast, Song Artists, July 1 Premiere

Mayu Mineda, Daisuke Hirakawa, Misato Murai, Yurika Kubo, Yuko Suzuhana co-star

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/peach-boy-riverside-tv-anime-unveils-more-cast-song-artists-july-1-premiere/.172968

Übel Blatt's Shiono Ends 'Shachō, Koibito no Furi o Shite Watashi no Chichi ni Atte Kudasai.' Manga in Next Chapter

Manga about fake office relationship launched in April 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/ubel-blatt-shiono-ends-shacho-koibito-no-furi-o-shite-watashi-no-chichi-ni-atte-kudasai-manga-in-next-chapter/.172943

B-Project Ryūsei*Fantasia Game Launches on September 9

Switch, iOS, Android versions launch simultaneously

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/b-project-ryusei-fantasia-game-launches-on-september-9/.172961

The Legend of Dororo and Hyakkimaru Manga Enters Last Arc

Remake of Osamu Tezuka's Dororo launched in 2018

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/the-legend-of-dororo-and-hyakkimaru-manga-enters-last-arc/.172949

Crunchyroll, Sentai Filmworks Announce New Home Video Releases

Haikyu!! To The Top, Eizouken, Rent-a-Girlfriend, more planned

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/crunchyroll-sentai-filmworks-announce-new-home-video-releases/.172957

Transparent Light Blue's Kiyoko Iwami Launches New Manga in June

New manga is titled 'Today, She is Not Here'

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/transparent-light-blue-kiyoko-iwami-launches-new-manga-in-june/.172950

Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Anime Delays Return From July to October

2 BD releases also delayed; new visual revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/mushoku-tensei-jobless-reincarnation-anime-delays-return-from-july-to-october/.172967

Minoji Kurata's Assassin's Creed: Blade of Shao Jun Manga Ends in June

Viz Media publishes manga in English about China's last Assassin in 16th century

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/minoji-kurata-assassin-creed-blade-of-shao-jun-manga-ends-in-june/.172956

Live-Action A Devil and Her Love Song Series' Trailer Previews Theme Song

FAKY performs theme song "Take my hand" for June 19 show

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/live-action-a-devil-and-her-love-song-series-trailer-previews-theme-song/.172955

Guilty Gear -Strive- Game Streams Story Trailer in English; Reveals English Voice Cast

Game will launch for PS4, PS5, PC on June 11 with early access on June 8

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/guilty-gear-strive-game-streams-story-trailer-in-english-reveals-english-voice-cast/.172907

Seven Seas Licenses I Am a Cat Barista, The Dragon Knight's Beloved, The Walking Cat Manga

Might as Well Cheat, Hitomi-chan is Shy With Strangers, Who Wants to Marry a Billionaire? also licensed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-19/seven-seas-licenses-i-am-a-cat-barista-the-dragon-knight-beloved-the-walking-cat-manga/.172937

Former MAPPA Animator Describes Working Conditions as Like a 'Factory'

Says bottom rung animators were tasked with correcting drawings instead of doing their own animation

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-18/former-mappa-animator-describes-working-conditions-as-like-a-factory/.172930

Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness CG Series' New Trailer Reveals More Cast, July 8 Debut

Ray Chase, Jona Xiao, Billy Kametz, more join 3D CG anime series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/resident-evil-infinite-darkness-cg-series-new-trailer-reveals-more-cast-july-8-debut/.172938

Shaman King Marcos Spinoff Manga Goes on 1-Month Hiatus Due to Author's Tenosynovitis

Manga slated to resume on June 17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/shaman-king-marcos-spinoff-manga-goes-on-1-month-hiatus-due-to-author-tenosynovitis/.172910

The World Ends with You the Animation ‒ Episode 6

However, for now, Neku has no choice but to work with and trust his murderer, because there's bigger fish to fry. Looks like hot boy Minamimoto is up to no good.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-world-ends-with-you-the-animation/episode-6/.172841

The ANN Aftershow - Castlevania's Season 4 is THE Best Season

One of Netflix's most popular animated series comes to an end and despite the DRAMA, we're pretty sure it's the best season, hands down!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/aftershow/2021-05-18/.172911

Radiation House Manga Gets 2nd Live-Action Series

1st season of live-action adaptation of medical drama manga premiered April 2019

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/radiation-house-manga-gets-2nd-live-action-series/.172884

New Shaman King Anime Gets 1st Smartphone Game App This Year

Shaman King: Funbari Chronicle iOS/Android game to feature 3D graphics

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/new-shaman-king-anime-gets-1st-smartphone-game-app-this-year/.172909

Megalobox 2: Nomad ‒ Episode 7

Now that Joe has taken his first steps back into his old world, and his old life, we're seeing the return of some familiar themes and plot beats.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/megalobox-2-nomad/episode-7/.172837

Kemono Friends Pavillion Game Ends Service on June 30

Game gets offline version

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/kemono-friends-pavillion-game-ends-service-on-june-30/.172908

Aoi Hane Mitsuketa! Anime's 1st Episode Streams for Free

Yu Shimamura joins cast for show's 4th episode

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/aoi-hane-mitsuketa-anime-1st-episode-streams-for-free/.172870

Moriarty the Patriot ‒ Episode 18

The episode is framed by the discovery of Charles Augustus Milverton that the Lord of Crime (or at least one of them) is William James Moriarty – and that the man calling himself that isn't the original middle Moriarty brother.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/moriarty-the-patriot/episode-18/.172836

Shiro Moriya's Soloist in a Cage Manga Enters Climax

Manga resumed after 2-year hiatus in April

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/shiro-moriya-soloist-in-a-cage-manga-enters-climax/.172890

Doreiku's Hiroto Ōishi Ends Zenra Kagyō Manga in June

Manga about adult video industry launched in May 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2021-05-18/doreiku-hiroto-oishi-ends-zenra-kagyo-manga-in-june/.172883