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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

This Week in Anime - Don't Sleep on The Ancient Magus' Bride OVAs

The Ancient Magus' Bride season 2 is still a ways off, but there are OVAs to tide us over. Nick and Steve are here to tell you why you shouldn't overlook these side story episodes.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2023-01-31/.194357

IGN: Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo Will Not Exhibit at E3 2023

Companies will not have presence on Los Angeles Convention Center showfloor

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-31/ign-sony-microsoft-nintendo-will-not-exhibit-at-e3-2023/.194371

Code Geass Genesic Re;Code Game Ends Service in April

Smartphone game's service ends on April 27

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-31/code-geass-genesic-re-code-game-ends-service-in-april/.194372

I Shall Survive Using Potions! Novels Get Spinoff Manga

Potion-danomi de Ikinobimasu! Hanano to Lotte no Futari Tabi spinoff manga launched on Monday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-31/i-shall-survive-using-potions-novels-get-spinoff-manga/.194366

Japan's Publishing Market Sees 1st Overall Sales Decrease in 4 Years

Digital manga sales see 8.9% rise

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-31/japan-publishing-market-sees-1st-overall-sales-decrease-in-4-years/.194276

Discotek Licenses Re: Cutie Honey, Nanoha Reflection, Aim for the Ace: The Movie, More Anime

Lupin III: Angel Tactics, Saber Rider and the Star Sheriffs, Mazinkaiser vs the Great General of Darkness also licensed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-31/discotek-licenses-re-cutie-honey-nanoha-reflection-aim-for-the-ace-the-movie-more-anime/.194314

Sunday, January 29, 2023

One Piece Film Red Tops Howl's Moving Castle as #4 All-Time Anime Film Globally, #5 in Japan

Film earns 31.9 billion yen globally, 19.7 billion yen in Japan after 177 days

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-30/one-piece-film-red-tops-howl-moving-castle-as-no.4-all-time-anime-film-globally-no.5-in-japan/.194306

Magical Girl Raising Project Restart Light Novel Volumes Get Anime

Director Hiroyuki Hashimoto returns from 1st anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-29/magical-girl-raising-project-restart-light-novel-volumes-get-anime/.194293

Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku Anime's New Video Unveils 4 More Cast Members

Chikahiro Kobayashi, Yusuke Kobayashi, Makoto Koichi, Daiki Yamashita join April anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-29/hell-paradise-jigokuraku-anime-new-video-unveils-4-more-cast-members/.194289

Hasbro to Lay Off 15% of Workforce in 2023

Company to cut approximately 1,000 positions this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-29/hasbro-to-lay-off-15-percent-of-workforce-in-2023/.194240

Saturday, January 28, 2023

Kenji Studio Cancels Kickstarter for English Release of Santa Company Anime Film

Kenji Studio cancels campaign for Santa Company: Secret of Christmas, Kickstarter suspends campaign for Santa Company: Midsummer Merry Christmas

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-28/kenji-studio-cancels-kickstarter-for-english-release-of-santa-company-anime-film/.194264

Megumi Han, Chikahiro Kobayashi Join Cast of Trigun Stampede Anime

2 new characters to debut in show's 5th episode

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-28/megumi-han-chikahiro-kobayashi-join-cast-of-trigun-stampede-anime/.194271

My Hero Academia Season 6 ‒ Episode 130

The high-stakes action of last arc was a blast, but right here and now is where MHA is at its most unique and compelling.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-hero-academia-season-6/episode-130/.194267

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 3 ‒ Episode 16

The Harvest Festival is moving at a better clip now, but the reward of seeing how many points everyone has amassed is tarnished by the cliffhanger and the sheer annoyance at having to deal with another episode in this arc.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-3/episode-16/.194266

Muv-Luv Alternative Season 2

Major revelations will be blithely glossed over, and new characters are thrown at the audience who get one or two scenes to make clear that they're supposed to be somewhat relevant or important, but with no connective context as to why.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/muv-luv-alternative-season-2/episodes-13-24/.193954

Endo and Kobayashi Live! The Latest on Tsundere Villainess Lieselotte ‒ Episode 4

The presentation of the otome game side of Endo and Kobayashi had been comparatively barebones for a reason, and now that reason is MIA for much of this episode.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/endo-and-kobayashi-live-the-latest-on-tsundere-villainess-lieselotte/episode-4/.194253

Hiroki Otsuka's Backstage in New York Manga Gets Live-Action Series

Show about budding fashion designer who meets legendary drag queen premieres on March 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-28/hiroki-otsuka-backstage-in-new-york-manga-gets-live-action-series/.194257

Friday, January 27, 2023

Natsumi Takamori Performs The Quintessential Quintuplets: Goto Pazu Story Game's Theme Song

Console version of smartphone game launches in early summer

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-28/natsumi-takamori-performs-the-quintessential-quintuplets-goto-pazu-story-game-theme-song/.194256

Yen Press Licenses You Can Have My Back BL Light Novels

1st volume launches in July

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-27/yen-press-licenses-you-can-have-my-back-bl-light-novels/.194243

Shinichiro Watanabe Spills the Tea on the Live-Action Cowboy Bebop, The Animatrix

"If I saw that producer, I would just punch him in the face."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2023-01-27/shinichiro-watanabe-spills-the-tea-on-the-live-action-cowboy-bebop-the-animatrix/.194229

Answerman - What's With All the Delayed Aniplex Shows?

Kim explains how it's not just COVID, but shortcomings of the industry itself, that led to three anime productions' schedule crashes.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/answerman/2023-01-27/.194130

What in the World is a Final Fantasy XIV World Race?

Find out why this fan-made event has resulted in some of the most exciting moments in this Final Fantasy XIV and MMO history.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2023-01-27/what-in-the-world-is-a-final-fantasy-xiv-world-race/.194155

A Galaxy Next Door TV Anime Reveals New Promo Video, More Cast, Theme Song Artist, April 8 Debut

New key visual also revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-27/a-galaxy-next-door-tv-anime-reveals-new-promo-video-more-cast-theme-song-artist-april-8-debut/.194235

Trinity Seven's Kenji Saito Launches New Light Novel

Majo no Kaiden wa Te o Tsunaide novel launches in March with art by Puraco

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-27/trinity-seven-kenji-saito-launches-new-light-novel/.194226

Thursday, January 26, 2023

This Week in Anime - Junji Ito's Content Mill of Horrors

A name like Junji Ito deserves a worthwhile anime adaptation. Yet here we are with another installment from Studio DEEN. Did you watch Junji Ito "Collection"? It's more of that, which is to say, a muddy-looking series of stories that fail to scare.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2023-01-26/.194190

Compile Heart Teases New Hyperdimension Neptunia Shooting Game

Company teased a "Shoot, desTroy, dodGe" (STG) game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-26/compile-heart-teases-new-hyperdimension-neptunia-shooting-game/.194198

Wild Hearts Game's Trailer Previews Golden Tempest Fight

Hunting game launches on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC on February 17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-26/wild-hearts-game-trailer-previews-golden-tempest-fight/.194208

PREVIEW: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

There's difficulty in terms of enemy mobs, surprise enemies with bumped-up Morale, and bosses that require mastery in deflection, but Wo Long is surprisingly welcoming to even the most inexperienced of Souls-like players.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2023-01-26/preview-wo-long-fallen-dynasty/.193887

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai Smartphone Game Ends Service on April 26

Game launched globally in September 2021

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-25/dragon-quest-the-adventure-of-dai-smartphone-game-ends-service-on-april-26/.194180

Pokémon Master Journeys: The Series (Episodes 49-90)

This is where Pokémon: Journeys shines the most, taking familiar past elements and putting a twist on them in the present day to progress the story forward.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/pokemon-master-journeys/the-series/.193840

Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life Game's Papercraft Trailer Reveals June 27 Launch for Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

Game gets premium bundle

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-25/story-of-seasons-a-wonderful-life-game-papercraft-trailer-reveals-june-27-launch-for-switch-ps5-/.194179

My Unique Skill Makes Me OP Even at Level 1 Anime Reveals Promo Video, Cast, July Premiere

Kaito Ishikawa, Rin Kusumi star

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-25/my-unique-skill-makes-me-op-even-at-level-1-anime-reveals-promo-video-cast-july-premiere/.194178

GoRA, King Records' Ayaka: A Story of Bonds Original Anime Reveals Character Promo Video, Theme Song Artists

angela, saji perform opening, ending theme songs for 2023 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-25/gora-king-records-ayaka-a-story-of-bonds-original-anime-reveals-character-promo-video-theme-song-/.194176

Interview: Shuzo John Shiota, President of Polygon Pictures

Polygon Pictures president recounts his earnest beginnings, trying to win over overseas fans, and competition with Studio Orange in our newest interview.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2023-01-25/shuzo-john-shiota-president-of-polygon-pictures/.193919

Kaiji Kawaguchi's The Silent Service Manga Gets Live-Action Film on Amazon Prime

Takao Osawa stars as captain of Japan's first nuclear submarine

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-25/kaiji-kawaguchi-the-silent-service-manga-gets-live-action-film-on-amazon-prime/.194177

Monday, January 23, 2023

Live-Action Do not say mystery Film Centers on 'Hiroshima Arc' Story

The official website for the live-action film of Yumi Tamura's Do not say mystery (Mystery to Iu Nakare) manga revealed on Tuesday that the film will center...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2023-01-24/live-action-do-not-say-mystery-film-centers-on-hiroshima-arc-story/.194126

Viz Media, Manga Plus Launch Jiangshi X Manga in English

Norihiko Kurazono launched Chinese battle fantasy manga on Monday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-23/viz-media-manga-plus-launch-jiangshi-x-manga-in-english/.194116

NHK World to Air Documentary on Fist of the North Star

Channel airs documentary on Friday-Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-23/nhk-world-to-air-documentary-on-fist-of-the-north-star/.194101

One Piece, Suzume, INU-OH, Lonely Castle, Slam Dunk Nominated for Japan Academy Film Prizes

Anime Supremacy! film garners 10 noms, Shin Ultraman earns 8 noms

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-23/one-piece-suzume-inu-oh-lonely-castle-slam-dunk-nominated-for-japan-academy-film-prizes/.194097

Sunday, January 22, 2023

Kaminaki Sekai no Kamisama Katsudō Manga Gets Spinoff

Kaminaki Sekai no Onee-chan Katsudō spinoff manga launched in November

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-23/kaminaki-sekai-no-kamisama-katsudo-manga-gets-spinoff/.194070

Ayakashi Triangle Anime Delays Episodes 5 & Beyond

COVID-19 cited for 3rd delayed winter Aniplex season show

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-22/ayakashi-triangle-anime-delays-episodes-5-and-beyond/.194086

Skip and Loafer Anime Unveils More Cast, April Premiere

Yuka Terasaki, Maaya Uchida, Megumi Han join comedy anime's cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-22/skip-and-loafer-anime-unveils-more-cast-april-premiere/.194084

Qualia the Purple LN

Qualia the Purple is one of those stories where much of the enjoyment comes from having as little idea as to where it's going when you first experience it.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/qualia-the-purple/ln/.193140

Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker Game Adds Isshiki Ōtsutsuki as 33rd DLC Character

Character will be 5th in new 5th season pass

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-22/naruto-to-boruto-shinobi-striker-game-adds-isshiki-otsutsuki-as-33rd-dlc-character/.194036

Detective Conan Manga Has 270 Million Copies in Circulation Worldwide

The Japanese entertainment news website Real Sound reported on Thursday that Gosho Aoyama's Detective Conan (Meitantei Conan) manga has 270 million copies...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2023-01-22/detective-conan-manga-has-270-million-copies-in-circulation-worldwide/.194069

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Octopath Traveler II Game's Trailer Previews Characters Ochette, Castti

Gama launches for Switch, PS5, PS4, PC via Steam on February 24

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-22/octopath-traveler-ii-game-trailer-previews-characters-ochette-castti/.194050

Shin Ultraman

Shin Ultraman presents us with intrigue and heavy questions about humanity's place in the world, the many threats of the future, and the many frightening things that lurk in the shadows waiting to take advantage of our ignorance.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/shin-ultraman/.193889

Comikey Adds 4 More Manga From Coamix

Tokyo Duel, Keiji's Kabuki Adventure, Mother Parasite, Shigahime available on service now

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-21/comikey-adds-4-more-manga-from-coamix/.194040

Spy Classroom ‒ Episodes 1-3

I have a hard time hating a series that at least has the chutzpah to try and get one over on its audience, even if the end results are sloppy at best.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/spy-classroom/episodes-1-3/.194035

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Game's 2nd 'Hero of Justice' DLC Pack to Include Orange Piccolo

New DLC pack to launch this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-21/dragon-ball-xenoverse-2-game-2nd-hero-of-justice-dlc-pack-to-include-orange-piccolo/.194043

Giant Beasts of Ars ‒ Episodes 1-3

Giant Beasts of Ars starts with a solid bang, with just enough character to entice.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/giant-beasts-of-ars/episodes-1-3/.194033

8 Man vs Cyborg 009 Manga Ends in Next Chapter

Crossover of classic hero manga launched in July 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-21/8-man-vs-cyborg-009-manga-ends-in-next-chapter/.193971

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Game Reveals '2nd Trailer,' More Playable Characters

Action RPG slated for this year on PS4, PS5, Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-21/granblue-fantasy-relink-game-reveals-2nd-trailer-more-playable-characters/.194046

Thursday, January 19, 2023

NHK-E Reveals Dog Signal TV Anime for Fall 2023

Anime adapts Saya Miyauchi's manga about rookie dog trainer

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-20/nhk-e-reveals-dog-signal-tv-anime-for-fall-2023/.193998

Dokapon Kingdom: Connect Switch Game Heads West in Spring

Announcement trailer streamed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-19/dokapon-kingdom-connect-switch-game-heads-west-in-spring/.193980

Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden Games Stream Launch Trailers

Remastered games launched on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-19/persona-3-portable-persona-4-golden-games-stream-launch-trailers/.193977

Spy Classroom Anime Casts Inori Minase

Minase plays Erna

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-19/spy-classroom-anime-casts-inori-minase/.193976

This Week in Anime - What the Hell is Going On In Summer Time Rendering?

Nick and Nicky try to decipher what is going on in this supernatural mystery series full of otherworldly entities, doppelgangers, and time travel!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2023-01-19/.193951

My Clueless First Friend Anime's First Video Reveals Additional Cast, Staff, April Debut

Kengo Kawanishi, Reina Kondo, Atsumi Tanezaki join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-19/my-clueless-first-friend-anime-first-video-reveals-additional-cast-staff-april-debut/.193974

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Manga Part 9 'The JOJOLands' Teases Picture, Story

Manga launching on February 17 follows boy who becomes very rich in subtropical islands

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-18/jojo-bizarre-adventure-manga-part-9-the-jojolands-teases-picture-story/.193946

Call of the Night, Blue Orchestra, Medalist, Ui×Kon Manga Win 68th Shogakukan Manga Awards

Also: Ashita, Watashi wa Dareka no Kanojo

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-18/call-of-the-night-blue-orchestra-medalist-ui-kon-manga-win-68th-shogakukan-manga-awards/.193945

5 BL Manga That Deserve an Anime Adaptation

BL is no longer entirely out of the question for mainstream anime. Whether you're new to the world of boys' love or a hardcore fan looking for your next title, take a look at these five BL manga that deserve their own anime adaptation.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2023-01-18/5-bl-manga-that-deserve-an-anime-adaptation/.189794

Kimitake Yoshioka's TenPuru Manga Gets TV Anime

Rom-com anime to premiere this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-18/kimitake-yoshioka-tenpuru-manga-gets-tv-anime/.193944

Atelier Ryza 3 Game Delayed by 1 Month to March

Release delayed to enhance game's graphics

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-18/atelier-ryza-3-game-delayed-by-1-month-to-march/.193943

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Manga Goes on Hiatus

Manga is inspiring TV anime later this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-18/frieren-beyond-journey-end-manga-goes-on-hiatus/.193876

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Tsukihime Visual Novel Remake's Shipments, Digital Sales Top 300,000

Game launched in Japan for Switch, PS4 in August 2021

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-17/tsukihime-visual-novel-remake-shipments-digital-sales-top-300000/.193907

Diary of Our Days at the Breakwater Manga Gets Live-Action Series in Summer

Manga about fishing club launched in 2017

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-17/diary-of-our-days-at-the-breakwater-manga-gets-live-action-series-in-summer/.193903

New Urusei Yatsura Anime Casts Yuuki Kaji

Yuuki Kaji voices Tobimaro Mizunokōji

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-17/new-urusei-yatsura-anime-casts-yuuki-kaji/.193910

Attack on Titan The Final Season Anime's Conclusion to Air in 2 Parts With 1st Part on March 3

2nd part to air in 2023

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-17/attack-on-titan-the-final-season-anime-conclusion-to-air-in-2-parts-with-1st-part-on-march-3/.193909

Tokyo Revengers Spinoff Manga Tōdai Revengers Ends in 6th Volume

Gag parody manga launched in 2021

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-17/tokyo-revengers-spinoff-manga-todai-revengers-ends-in-6th-volume/.193898

Rei Taki Ends Love-kyo Ecchi Romantic Comedy Manga

Last Gender author launched manga in December 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-17/rei-taki-ends-love-kyo-ecchi-romantic-comedy-manga/.193890

Monday, January 16, 2023

Your Winter 2023 Daily Streaming Reviews Schedule

Did your favorite series make the cut? Find out now!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/site-news/2023-01-16/your-winter-2023-daily-streaming-reviews-schedule/.193839

Interview: The Staff of the 2022 BASTARD!! Anime

Hot on the heels of its season two announcement, we have an interview with the BASTARD!! anime staff. Find out why the director says, "I think [Dark Schneider] possesses a strength that doesn't really exist in today's isekai fantasy."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2023-01-16/the-staff-of-the-2022-bastard-anime/.193453

Delicious Party Precure ‒ Episodes 42-43

There's always a lot of tension when we get to the end of a Pretty Cure series. But I feel like this final battle is particularly fraught.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/delicious-party-precure/episodes-42-43/.193828

'Reincarnated with Level 99 Stats, He Gets to Start Over from Level 1' Manga Listed as Ending in 4th Volume

Manga adaptation of Mugichatarou Nenjuu's light novels launched in 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-16/reincarnated-with-level-99-stats-he-gets-to-start-over-from-level-1-manga-listed-as-ending-in-4th-/.193877

Uma Musume Pretty Derby: Sprinters' Story Stage Play Cancels 3 Performances

Staff states it is abiding by The Association of Public Theaters and Halls in Japan's COVID-19 guidelines

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-16/uma-musume-pretty-derby-sprinters-story-stage-play-cancels-3-performances/.193880

Suzume Becomes 25th Highest-Earning Film in Japan

Film earns 12.49 billion yen, sells 9.4 million tickets

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-16/suzume-becomes-25th-highest-earning-film-in-japan/.193879

The First Slam Dunk Anime Film Earns 8.27 Billion Yen, Becomes 72nd Highest-Earning Film in Japan

Film has sold 5.67 million tickets, ranked #1 for its 7th consecutive week

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-16/the-first-slam-dunk-anime-film-earns-8.27-billion-yen-becomes-72nd-highest-earning-film-in-japan/.193875

Sunday, January 15, 2023

BLUELOCK ‒ Episode 14

Man, if last week's episode didn't already grind Isagi's insecurities into the ground, then this episode pushed them deep into the center of the Earth.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/bluelock/episode-14/.193813

You Like Me, Not My Daughter?! GN 1

This age-gap romance between a 20-year-old and 32-year-old might not be for everyone, but there's a sweet story hiding underneath.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/you-like-me-not-my-daughter/gn-1/.193329

Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun Anime Gets Sequel

Announced at anime's special event on Sunday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-15/made-in-abyss-the-golden-city-of-the-scorching-sun-anime-gets-sequel/.193834

Crunchyroll Streams Berserk: The Golden Age Arc - Memorial Edition English Dub

Film trilogy cast returns for dub of Memorial Edition

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-15/crunchyroll-streams-berserk-the-golden-age-arc-memorial-edition-english-dub/.193801

Pluto TV Launches Lupin III Channel in Canada

VOD channel streams Part I, linear streaming channel streams at least 22 episodes of Part II

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-15/pluto-tv-launches-lupin-iii-channel-in-canada/.193802

NHK Reveals Heart Cocktail Colorful, Shuwawan! Anime Premiering in February, March

Heart Cocktail Colorful adapts Seizou Watase's love stories manga, Shuwawan! tells stories of deaf family

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-15/nhk-reveals-heart-cocktail-colorful-shuwawan-anime-premiering-in-february-march/.193816

Saturday, January 14, 2023

The IDOLM@STER Million Live! TV Anime's New Teaser Unveils August Debut in Theaters, More Staff

All episodes to play in Japanese theaters before October TV premiere

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-14/the-idolm@ster-million-live-tv-anime-new-teaser-unveils-august-debut-in-theaters-more-staff/.193807

My Hero Academia Anime Casts Atsumi Tanezaki as Lady Nagant

Lady Nagant appears in current 2nd part of 6th season

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-14/my-hero-academia-anime-casts-atsumi-tanezaki-as-lady-nagant/.193806

Captain Corinth GN 1

At this point in genre saturation, a space soldier being dropped into a medieval fantasy planet feels positively revelatory.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/captain-corinth/gn-1/.193405

The Most-Watched and Best-Rated Fall 2022 Anime

Here are the best-rated, worst-rated, and hidden gems from the Fall 2022 anime season, and it's all based on your votes!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2023-01-14/the-most-watched-and-best-rated-fall-2022-anime/.193727

Shin Ultraman Film Earns US$601,490 in 2-Day U.S. Screenings

Fathom Events screened film in U.S. on January 11-12

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-14/shin-ultraman-film-earns-usd601490-in-2-day-u.s-screenings/.193791

Crunchyroll Adds Kaina of the Great Snow Sea Manga

Crunchyroll added the manga version of Kaina of the Great Snow Sea (Ōyukiumi no Kaina), the new television anime project from BLAME! and Knights of Sidonia...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2023-01-14/crunchyroll-adds-kaina-of-the-great-snow-sea-manga/.193782

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Anime's 'Season 2' Streams on Netflix in U.S. on January 21

Netflix listing does not specify if Mugen Train Arc, Entertainment District Arc, or both will stream

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-14/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-anime-season-2-streams-on-netflix-in-u.s-on-january-21/.193777

Friday, January 13, 2023

Eku Takeshima's Whisper Me a Love Song Manga Gets TV Anime

Hana Shimano, Asami Seto star in yuri series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-13/eku-takeshima-whisper-me-a-love-song-manga-gets-tv-anime/.193773

Gold Kingdom and Water Kingdom Film's New Clip Streamed

Film opens in Japan on January 27

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-13/gold-kingdom-and-water-kingdom-film-new-clip-streamed/.193769

Yukinobu Hoshino Launches New Munakata Kyōju Manga in February

Series follows titular anthropology professor Munakata as he explores world myths

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-13/yukinobu-hoshino-launches-new-munakata-kyoju-manga-in-february/.193669

Australia Bans Import, Sales of How NOT to Summon a Demon Lord Omega Anime

Board refused classification of show's 2nd season

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-13/australia-bans-import-sales-of-how-not-to-summon-a-demon-lord-omega-anime/.193757

Thursday, January 12, 2023

Black Rock Shooter: Dawn Fall

Does this edgy sci-fi story make for good popcorn entertainment? Maybe, but you might not remember any of it when it's over.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/black-rock-shooter/dawn-fall/.193516

The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 Anime Unveils 1st Trailer, Visual, Cast, April 6 Premiere

Minami Tsuda, Maki Kawase, Seiichirō Yamashita, Daiki Kobayashi, more join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-12/the-ancient-magus-bride-season-2-anime-unveils-1st-trailer-visual-cast-april-6-premiere/.193743

Konomi Suzuki Performs Spy Classroom Anime's Ending Theme Song

Konomi Suzuki performs "Secret Code"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-12/konomi-suzuki-performs-spy-classroom-anime-ending-theme-song/.193741

The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace Manga Catches Up to Web Version in 3 Chapters

Manga launched in 2018 as remake of older web manga that halted abruptly in 2016

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-12/the-idaten-deities-know-only-peace-manga-catches-up-to-web-version-in-3-chapters/.193699

Rumi Ichinohe's Kimi no Yokogao o Miteita Manga Reaches Climax of 'Mari Arc'

Ichinohe launched romantic drama manga in April 2022

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-12/rumi-ichinohe-kimi-no-yokogao-o-miteita-manga-reaches-climax-of-mari-arc/.193698

TV Tokyo's Synapusu Children's Program Gets Film This Spring

1st program aimed at infants on Japanese commercial broadcasting premiered in 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-12/tv-tokyo-synapusu-children-program-gets-film-this-spring/.193738

Gunma-chan Mascot Anime's Season 2 Video Reveals April Premiere

Cast, staff return from 1st season which premiered in October 2021

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-12/gunma-chan-mascot-anime-season-2-video-reveals-april-premiere/.193737

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

One Piece Film Red Receives Special Award From Japan Academy Film Prizes

Awards ceremony takes place in Tokyo on March 10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-11/one-piece-film-red-receives-special-award-from-japan-academy-film-prizes/.193718

Encouragement of Climb: Next Summit

This fourth season of Encouragement of Climb is a satisfying resolution to Aoi Yukimura's story, but it does get off to a bit of an odd start.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/encouragement-of-climb/next-summit/.193566

Real Account's Shizumu Watanabe Launches New Manga on January 18

Watanabe to launch Dead Account manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-11/real-account-shizumu-watanabe-launches-new-manga-on-january-18/.193711

Kaii to Otome to Kamikakushi Manga Gets TV Anime

Teaser video, visual unveiled for modern-day bizarre Romanesque story

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-11/kaii-to-otome-to-kamikakushi-manga-gets-tv-anime/.193716

How Yakuza and Real-World History Collide in Like a Dragon: Ishin!

Richard Eisenbeis talked with game directors Hiroyuki Sakamoto and Yasuaki Uehara about what it was like to combine Like a Dragon's Yakuza-centric stories with the historical events surrounding the last days of the samurai.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2023-01-11/how-yakuza-and-real-world-history-collide-in-like-a-dragon-ishin/.193385

The Legend of Super Normal Pref. Chiba Anime Premieres in January 2024

4th season of The Legend of Super Normal City Kashiwa announced in 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-11/the-legend-of-super-normal-pref-chiba-anime-premieres-in-january-2024/.193709

del Toro's Pinocchio Film Wins Golden Globe Award Over Inu-Oh

Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio won the Best Motion Picture – Animated award in the 80th Golden Globe Awards on Tuesday. Inu-Oh, Masaaki Yuasa's musical...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2023-01-11/del-toro-pinocchio-film-wins-golden-globe-award-over-inu-oh/.193707

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Suzume Tops The Wind Rises as #10 All-Time Anime Film in Japan

Suzume earns 12.13 billion yen as of Tuesday; The Wind Rises earned 12.02 billion yen all-time

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-10/suzume-tops-the-wind-rises-as-no.10-all-time-anime-film-in-japan/.193686

Ys IX: Monstrum Nox Game's PS5 Version Trailer Reveals May Release in West

Game launches on May 9 in N. America, May 12 in Europe

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-10/ys-ix-monstrum-nox-game-ps5-version-trailer-reveals-may-release-in-west/.193689

This Week in Anime - What is Cyber City Oedo 808?

If you enjoyed Cyberpunk Edgerunners, it's time to get reacquainted with this OAV directed by Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust's Yoshiaki Kawajiri.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2023-01-10/.193665

Live-Action 'The End of the World, With You' Show's Ad Promotes January 29 Debut

Drama based on Maki Marukido's boys-love manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-10/live-action-the-end-of-the-world-with-you-show-ad-promotes-january-29-debut/.193682

Monday, January 9, 2023

Kyoto Animation Holds 10th Anniversary Project for Tamako Market Anime

Anime first aired in Japan on January 9, 2013

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2023-01-09/kyoto-animation-holds-10th-anniversary-project-for-tamako-market-anime/.193658

Akiba Maid War Anime Gets English Dub

HIDIVE streams dub on January 14

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-09/akiba-maid-war-anime-gets-english-dub/.193666

Urusei Yatsura ‒ Episode 12

New year, new episode of Urusei Yatsura, new anime opening, new anime ending, and the introduction of a new character!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/urusei-yatsura/episode-12/.193651

Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury ‒ Episodes 11-12

We all knew a dark twist was coming at the end of episode 12, but how many of you predicted that Suletta and Miorine's relationship would take that turn?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/mobile-suit-gundam-the-witch-from-mercury/episodes-11-12/.193642

Current 'D Series' for Cardfight!! Vanguard Anime to Continue for 9 Seasons

Anime's D-Series runs until December 2025

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-09/current-d-series-for-cardfight-vanguard-anime-to-continue-for-9-seasons/.193663

'BASTARD!! -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy-' Anime Gets 2nd Season on Netflix This Year

Takuma Terashima, Junichi Suwabe, more join cast for 2nd season

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-09/bastard-heavy-metal-dark-fantasy-anime-gets-2nd-season-on-netflix-this-year/.193616

Sunday, January 8, 2023

Argonavis Band Project's New Anime Film Posts 2nd Teaser

Teaser previews "Ragnarök" insert song by in-story band Syana

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-08/argonavis-band-project-new-anime-film-posts-2nd-teaser/.193646

One Piece ‒ Episode 1046

It's the centering of Sanji and Zoro here that really sell this whole episode.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/one-piece/episode-1046/.193639

Chainsaw Man, Spy x Family, Jujutsu Kaisen Rank on NYT January Bestseller List

Four manga volumes ranked on The New York Times' monthly Graphic Books and Manga bestseller list released in early January. The manga on this month's list...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2023-01-08/chainsaw-man-spy-x-family-jujutsu-kaisen-rank-on-nyt-january-bestseller-list/.193625

Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth Anime's English Dub Cast Revealed

Dub now streaming for anime based on 3rd Utawarerumono game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-08/utawarerumono-mask-of-truth-anime-english-dub-cast-revealed/.193623

Voice Actress Sora Tokui Delays Program Appearance Due to COVID-19

Tokui misses Tokui Sora no Animehack TV net episode on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-08/voice-actress-sora-tokui-delays-program-appearance-due-to-covid-19/.193636

Blue Reflection Sun Smartphone/PC Game Streams Promotional Video

Game slated for iOS, Android, PC via DMM Game Player this winter

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-08/blue-reflection-sun-smartphone-pc-game-streams-promotional-video/.193620

Saturday, January 7, 2023

Hirogaru Sky! Precure Anime Unveils Story, Cast, Staff, Theme Songs, February 5 Debut

Akira Sekine, Ai Kakuma, Aoi Koga star in entry with 'sky' motif, 'hero' theme

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-07/hirogaru-sky-precure-anime-unveils-story-cast-staff-theme-songs-february-5-debut/.193632

My Hero Academia Season 6 ‒ Episode 127

Trust in heroes is shattered, not just among the populace at large but even among their own ranks. It's an impacting display of how much the heroes lost this war, and it's hard to see how they'll pick up the pieces.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-hero-academia-season-6/episode-127/.193628

Fluffy Paradise Isekai Anime to Air in 2023

Anime based on Yuriko Takagami's manga of Himawari's animal-themed novels

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-07/fluffy-paradise-isekai-anime-to-air-in-2023/.193630

Kaina of the Great Snow Sea TV Anime Gets Film Sequel

Announced at TV anime's Saturday preview screening

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-07/kaina-of-the-great-snow-sea-tv-anime-gets-film-sequel/.193629

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Mobile Action RPG Streams New Trailer

Game holds closed beta test from March 16-22

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-07/is-it-wrong-to-try-to-pick-up-girls-in-a-dungeon-mobile-action-rpg-streams-new-trailer/.193600

Friday, January 6, 2023

GameFreak Announces Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On! Game for Apple Arcade

Solitaire, horse-racing game launches worldwide on January 20

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-07/gamefreak-announces-pocket-card-jockey-ride-on-game-for-apple-arcade/.193601

This Week in Games - Leonardo Leads, Donatello Does Machines

More accessibility is coming to PlayStation via Project Leonardo. Jean-Karlo discusses the new controller options, a visual novel for Hololive fans, and the latest game in the Fate franchise. It's This Week in Games!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-games/2023-01-06/leonardo-leads-donatello-does-machines/.193528

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, December 19-25

Spy×Family final episode earns 2.3%, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime 2nd season rerun earns 2.6%

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-06/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-december-19-25/.193599

Sony: PlayStation 5 Should Be 'Much Easier' to Buy in 2023

PS5 console crosses 30 million units in sales

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-06/sony-playstation-5-should-be-much-easier-to-buy-in-2023/.193597

Utano☆Princesama♪ Maji Love ST☆RISH Tours Film Screens in U.S. on January 22-23

List of cities screening film also revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-06/utano-princesama-maji-love-st-rish-tours-film-screens-in-u.s-on-january-22-23/.193594

The Tale of Outcasts Anime to Cover Original Manga's Entire Story

The official website for Makoto Hoshino's upcoming The Tale of the Outcasts: The Flame Knight manga revealed on Wednesday that the television anime of...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2023-01-06/the-tale-of-outcasts-anime-to-cover-original-manga-entire-story/.193589

The First Slam Dunk Film Stays at #1 for 5 Consecutive Weeks, Suzume Stays at #2

Lonely Castle in the Mirror stays at #6, One Piece Film Red rises back into top 10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-06/the-first-slam-dunk-film-stays-at-no.1-for-5-consecutive-weeks-suzume-stays-at-no.2/.193573

Thursday, January 5, 2023

The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess Light Novels Get TV Anime

Trailer, visual, cast, staff, 2023 premiere revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-05/the-vexations-of-a-shut-in-vampire-princess-light-novels-get-tv-anime/.193575

Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor's Tarō Hitsuji Launches New Manga

Danzai no Majutsu Gari manga launches on February 6

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-05/akashic-records-of-bastard-magic-instructor-taro-hitsuji-launches-new-manga/.193520

This Week in Anime - Monster Returns to Streaming

The highly lauded anime adaptation of Naoki Urasawa's manga is finally available again to view in the U.S. Netflix is streaming the first 30 episodes of the crime drama so Chris and Nicky are diving right in.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2023-01-05/.193563

PlayStation 5 Introduces Customizable Controller Kit for Accessibility

Project Leonardo aims to give more options for players with disabilities

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-05/playstation-5-introduces-customizable-controller-kit-for-accessibility/.193571

Director Masaaki Yuasa to Appear at Inu-Oh Screening in Los Angeles on January 11

Screening features live biwa performance by Yukihiro Goto

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-05/director-masaaki-yuasa-to-appear-at-inu-oh-screening-in-los-angeles-on-january-11/.193570

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Mamekichi Mameko NEET no Nichijō Anime Previews Part 2 in Video, Visual

2nd part premieres on January 11 in new program

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-05/mamekichi-mameko-neet-no-nichijo-anime-previews-part-2-in-video-visual/.193568

Ghibli Bonsai Displays Come With Real Water Effects

Available in My Neighbour Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away versions

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2023-01-04/ghibli-bonsai-displays-come-with-real-water-effects/.193532

The Winter 2023 Anime Preview Guide

A cold breeze blows in a new season of anime! Check back every day as we update with the latest reviews for this season's shows.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/preview-guide/2023/winter/.193036

Insomniacs After School Anime Reveals More Cast & Staff, 2nd Promo Video, Key Visual

Haruka Tomatsu, Seiichirō Yamashita, Lynn, Sumire Morohoshi, more join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-04/insomniacs-after-school-anime-reveals-more-cast-and-staff-2nd-promo-video-key-visual/.193549

Makoto Shinkai's Suzume Film Earns 11.35 Billion Yen to Enter Japan's All-Time Top 30

Film sells 8.51 million tickets to surpass last Evangelion film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-04/makoto-shinkai-suzume-film-earns-11.35-billion-yen-to-enter-japan-all-time-top-30/.193548

Gold Kingdom and Water Kingdom Film's Behind-the Scenes Video, 2 Character Videos Streamed

Warner Bros. Japan streams Naranbayar, Sara character videos

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-04/gold-kingdom-and-water-kingdom-film-behind-the-scenes-video-2-character-videos-streamed/.193482

Tuesday, January 3, 2023

'I'm Cute Enough to Get Away With It' Manga's Jin Mocoyama Launches New Series

Comedy manga about succubus launches on January 27

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-04/im-cute-enough-to-get-away-with-it-manga-jin-mocoyama-launches-new-series/.193538

The Best Anime of 2022 - The Worst Anime of 2022 + The Mega Poll Results

It's time to send off the stinkers of 2022. Read on to find our staff's picks for the worst anime and your choices for the best!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2023-01-03/the-best-anime-of-2022/the-worst-anime-of-2022-the-mega-poll-results/.193348

Tetsuya Tsutsui's Neeting Life Manga Ends

Manga simultaneously ended in YanJan! app, Tonari no Young Jump website

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-03/tetsuya-tsutsui-neeting-life-manga-ends/.193537

The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World Anime Reveals 3 Character Videos, 1st Episode's Trailer Video

Character videos feature Rebecca Bradley, Elisa Griffith, Amelia Rose

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-03/the-iceblade-sorcerer-shall-rule-the-world-anime-reveals-3-character-videos-1st-episode-trailer-/.193535

Hulu Streams English-Subtitled Trailer for Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown Anime

Streaming service will stream anime in U.S. starting on January 7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-03/hulu-streams-english-subtitled-trailer-for-tokyo-revengers-christmas-showdown-anime/.193534

Kana Akatsuki's Shunka Shūtō Daikōsha Novels Get New Manga Adaptation

Yuriko Asami draws new manga adaptation of novel series by Violet Evergarden author

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-03/kana-akatsuki-shunka-shuto-daikosha-novels-get-new-manga-adaptation/.193524

Monday, January 2, 2023

New Urusei Yatsura Anime Reveals 3rd Promo Video, More Cast, New Theme Song Artists

Aoi Yūki, Ayahi Takagaki, Shigeru Chiba join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-03/new-urusei-yatsura-anime-reveals-3rd-promo-video-more-cast-new-theme-song-artists/.193531

The Best Anime of 2022 - Caitlin Moore, Lynzee Loveridge, Kim Morrissy + The Best Movies

Grab a bag of popcorn, because it's time to talk about the best anime films of the year! We've also got the best series from Caitlin Moore, Kim Morrissy, and Lynzee Loveridge.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2023-01-02/the-best-anime-of-2022/caitlin-moore-lynzee-loveridge-kim-morrissy-the-best-movies/.193030

Jigoku Sensei Nube's Sho Makura Launches New Manga

Makura's 1st isekai manga launched on niconico Manga website

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-02/jigoku-sensei-nube-sho-makura-launches-new-manga/.193522

Kozueko Morimoto's Janomenome Manga Goes on Hiatus, Ashi-Girl Season 2 Manga Launches

Ashi-Girl Season 2 manga launches on February 28

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-02/kozueko-morimoto-janomenome-manga-goes-on-hiatus-ashi-girl-season-2-manga-launches/.193517

Kazu Inabe, Ikumi Fukuda's Kiryū Keisatsu Manga Listed as Ending in 4th Volume

3rd, 4th compiled volumes of manga both ship on January 19

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-02/kazu-inabe-ikumi-fukuda-kiryu-keisatsu-manga-listed-as-ending-in-4th-volume/.193510

Kazama Kamachi Launches 'A Certain' Series Spinoff Novels About ITEM Group in March

Nilitsu illustrates novel series titled To Aru Anbu no ITEM

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2023-01-02/kazama-kamachi-launches-a-certain-series-spinoff-novels-about-item-group-in-march/.193513