OceanVeil Announces Simulcast Stream of My Girlfriend's Friend Anime

Anime debuts on October 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-10-01/oceanveil-announces-simulcast-stream-of-my-girlfriend-friend-anime/.242374

Shin Oishinbo TV Anime Streams Teaser Video

New anime starring Yōhei Azakami as protagonist Shirō Yamaoka debuts next year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-10-01/shin-oishinbo-tv-anime-streams-teaser-video/.242377

Netflix to Stream Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Anime

Anime starts streaming in U.S. on October 17, in selected areas on October 14

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-10-01/netflix-to-stream-dragon-ball-super-beerus-anime/.242369

Yasuaki Mikami's Looks like a Job for a Maid! Light Novels Get TV Anime

Story of falsely accused then dismissed supermaid launched in 2021

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-10-01/yasuaki-mikami-looks-like-a-job-for-a-maid-light-novels-get-tv-anime/.242376

Full Clearing Another World under a Goddess with Zero Believers Anime Streams 1st Promo Video

Artist 310 sings opening in anime debuting on October 11

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-30/full-clearing-another-world-under-a-goddess-with-zero-believers-anime-streams-1st-promo-video/.242331

Mazenchu Anime Posts Opening Video Narrated by Actress First Summer Uika

Anime set in school for food ingredients debuts on October 7 within Kansai TV's Yoidon! morning program

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-30/mazenchu-anime-posts-opening-video-narrated-by-actress-first-summer-uika/.242329

Sumikko Gurashi Franchise Gets 5th Anime Film in 2027

New film centers on Neko as protagonist

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-30/sumikko-gurashi-franchise-gets-5th-anime-film-in-2027/.242328

Nia Liston: The Merciless Maiden Anime Adds 4 More Cast Members

Saeko Kamijō, Hitomi Ueda, Azusa Tadokoro, Ayaka Ōhashi join cast of October 6 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-29/nia-liston-the-merciless-maiden-anime-adds-4-more-cast-members/.242304

The Vermilion Mask Anime Reveals Singer Yuya Tegoshi as Guest Voice Actor

Tegoshi to appear in upcoming anime's 12th episode

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-29/the-vermilion-mask-anime-reveals-singer-yuya-tegoshi-as-guest-voice-actor/.242303

Monster Hunter Outlanders Game Launches on October 29

Game's mainland China version slated for 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-29/monster-hunter-outlanders-game-launches-on-october-29/.242292

Tomohiro Hata Performs Live-Action Ao no Hana Utsuwa no Mori Series' Theme Song

October 26 series also presents new visual

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-29/tomohiro-hata-performs-live-action-ao-no-hana-utsuwa-no-mori-series-theme-song/.242290

Zero-sen Hayato Anime Scriptwriter Sō Kuramoto Dies at 91

Kuramoto died of multiple organ failure on September 18

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-28/zero-sen-hayato-anime-scriptwriter-so-kuramoto-dies-at-91/.242263

Psyren TV Anime Reveals Ending Song by Who-ya Extended

Artist performs "ICARUS" ending song for October 5 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-28/psyren-tv-anime-reveals-ending-song-by-who-ya-extended/.242265

Manchuria Opium Squad Manga Resumes Serialization With New Artist Tsurushima

Tsurushima takes over manga's artist Shikako who died in November 2025

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-28/manchuria-opium-squad-manga-resumes-serialization-with-new-artist-tsurushima/.242256

'Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun' Anime Unveils 1st Film Project

Original manga also celebrates 10th anniversary in March 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-27/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-anime-unveils-1st-film-project/.242238

We Are Aliens Film, Eri Short Anime, Candy Caries Win at Ottawa Int'l Animation Festival

We Are Aliens wins Grand Prize for Animated Feature, Eri wins Best Animated Short Award, Candy Caries won at Animation for Young Audiences 7+ category

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-27/we-are-aliens-film-eri-short-anime-candy-caries-win-at-ottawa-intl-animation-festival/.242232

Millennium Family TV Anime Casts Lynn

Lynn voices eldest daughter Eve

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-27/millennium-family-tv-anime-casts-lynn/.242233

Space Battleship Yamato Film Director Toshio Masuda Dies at 98

Be Forever Yamato co-director, scriptwriter also co-directed Japanese side of Tora! Tora! Tora! war film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-27/space-battleship-yamato-film-director-toshio-masuda-dies-at-98/.242231

Chizu Kamikō's Seijo Mellia to Sennen Ōkoku no Kishi Manga Ends

Series about girl who cannot use magic debuted in 2021

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-26/chizu-kamiko-seijo-mellia-to-sennen-okoku-no-kishi-manga-ends/.240200

Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games ‒ Episode 12

Overall thoughts? Not quite anime of the season material, but certainly a weekly highlight all the same.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/young-ladies-dont-play-fighting-games/episode-12/.242212

Starbucks Japan Introduces 1st Pokémon Collaboration

Your favorite Pokémon now come in coffee form

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-09-25/starbucks-japan-introduces-1st-pokemon-collaboration/.242180

The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 Anime's 2nd Trailer Reveals Eve's Ending Theme

New season debuts on October 2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-25/the-apothecary-diaries-season-3-anime-2nd-trailer-reveals-eve-ending-theme/.242175

Mission: Yozakura Family Season 2 Part 2's Video Reveals 5 Cast Members

Hōchū Ōtsuka, Miku Itō, Yumiri Hanamori, Sumire Uesaka, Naomi Shindoh join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-25/mission-yozakura-family-season-2-part-2-video-reveals-5-cast-members/.242171

Chizuna Nakajima's Where is the Elf Teacher's Toilet? Manga Gets TV Anime

"Toilet fantasy comedy" manga from Angel Drop manga creator launched in January 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-25/chizuna-nakajima-where-is-the-elf-teacher-toilet-manga-gets-tv-anime/.242170

Neoshoco's Phantom Busters Manga Gets TV Anime in 2027

Youth comedy manga about exorcist club launched in 2023

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-24/neoshoco-phantom-busters-manga-gets-tv-anime-in-2027/.242136

Idol Group WEST. to Cease Activities on September 30

Members Ryusei Fujii, Nozomu Kotaki previously announced departure from group

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-24/idol-group-west-to-cease-activities-on-september-30/.242131

Qliphah in Providence's Shadow Game Review

Can Stylish Rock-Paper-Scissors combat save Qliphah in Providence's Shadow’s dull narrative? No. But can it evoke memories of the PS Vita? Yes, for better or worse.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/game/pc/qliphah-in-providence-shadow/.242076

Rock Band Kroi Performs STEEL BALL RUN JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Anime's Opening Song

Anime's 2nd, 3rd stage streams on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-23/rock-band-kroi-performs-steel-ball-run-jojo-bizarre-adventure-anime-opening-song/.242103

6th Live-Action Midnight Diner Series Reveals Returning Cast, Staff, October 20 Debut

Mansaku Fuwa, Toshiki Ayata, Tamae Ando, Joe Odagiri, more return as cafeteria regulars in new series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-23/6th-live-action-midnight-diner-series-reveals-returning-cast-staff-october-20-debut/.242097

The Best Anime of Summer 2026

These anime series weren't just the best of the season, a few are contenders for the best of the year.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/seasonal/2026/summer/.242007

Tokyopop's Public Stock Shares Offer Ends on September 24

Publisher revealed plans for public stock shares originated 20 years ago

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-22/tokyopop-public-stock-shares-offer-ends-on-september-24/.242086

Silent Witch Author Matsuri Isora Announces New Fantasy Novel

1st Bōkyaku no Curse Knight "knight fantasy" volume ships on November 13

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-22/silent-witch-author-matsuri-isora-announces-new-fantasy-novel/.242065

Iron Wok Jan! ‒ Episode 12

This bright and cheery final note felt way too saccharine and by-the-numbers from a series which has spent three months zigging whenever I thought it would zag.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/iron-wok-jan/episode-12/.242072

Nia Liston: The Merciless Maiden Anime Announces Ending Song Artists

Honoka Inoue, Rina Honnizumi, Rina Hidaka sing "Tokimeki Un・Deux・Trois♪" ending as their characters

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-22/nia-liston-the-merciless-maiden-anime-announces-ending-song-artists/.242082

Yuika Performs Promise Me the Spotlight Anime's Opening Song

Yuika performs "Nanimono demo nakatta Watashi dakara" opening theme

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-21/yuika-performs-promise-me-the-spotlight-anime-opening-song/.242015

That Time I Got Carded Playing LOLLIPOP CHAINSAW 2: Back2Back

Of all the games I've played at TGS over the years, this is the first time I've ever had to show ID—and I'm not sure why that was.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2026/tokyo-game-show/that-time-i-got-carded-playing-lollipop-chainsaw-2-back2back/.242025

Action-RPG Combat Meets Turn-Based Combat in FAREIDOLIA

Imagine Valkyria Chronicles without a movement limit.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2026/tokyo-game-show/action-rpg-combat-meets-turn-based-combat-in-fareidolia/.242020

The Reincarnated Elf Left on a Journey to Master His Magic Anime Unveils 1st 2 Minutes, January Debut

Daiki Yamashita, Hana Hishikawa star in upcoming series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-20/the-reincarnated-elf-left-on-a-journey-to-master-his-magic-anime-unveils-1st-2-minutes-january-debut/.242016

So What's Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin? Anime Reveals More Cast, Character Visuals

Junko Takeuchi, Mariya Ise, Rin Mizuki, Momoko Seto, more join cast of October 5 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-19/so-what-wrong-with-getting-reborn-as-a-goblin-anime-reveals-more-cast-character-visuals/.241993

'Tetsuryō! meet with Tetsudō Musume' Anime's New Trailer Previews Opening Song

Asaka performs "GO! GO! RAILWAY!!" opening for October 8 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-20/tetsuryo-meet-with-tetsudo-musume-anime-new-trailer-previews-opening-song/.242014

New Magic Knight Rayearth Anime's 2nd Main Trailer Reveals More Cast, Theme Songs

Mamiko Noto, Ayumu Murase, Hitomi Ueda, Hiroki Yasumoto join cast of October 7 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-20/new-magic-knight-rayearth-anime-2nd-main-trailer-reveals-more-cast-theme-songs/.242011

Oishinbo Gourmet Manga Gets New TV Anime

Manga previously inspired TV anime from 1988-1992

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-19/oishinbo-gourmet-manga-gets-new-tv-anime/.241971

Inherit the Winds Anime Reveals Theatrical Screening Trailer, Theme Songs, Additional Cast

Quruli, Hitsujibungaku collaborate for theme songs

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-19/inherit-the-winds-anime-reveals-theatrical-screening-trailer-theme-songs-additional-cast/.241953

'Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san?' TV Anime's Teaser Trailer Streamed

Anime debuts in January 2027 following delayu

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-18/are-you-a-landmine-chihara-san-tv-anime-teaser-trailer-streamed/.241943

Relive Your FF7 Trauma in Tokyo Game Show Photo Op

Or try to change the fate of Gaia and protect Aerith from Sephiroth

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-09-18/relive-your-ff7-trauma-in-tokyo-game-show-photo-op/.241940

Horror Collector Anime's Video Reveals Cast, Staff, October 10 Debut, 12 Episode Run

Hiiro Ishibashi, Jun Fukuyama, Saori Hayami, Nobuhiko Okamoto join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-18/horror-collector-anime-video-reveals-cast-staff-october-10-debut-12-episode-run/.241939

New Lollipop Chainsaw Game Announced for 2027 Release on PS5

Final Fantasy XV's Hajime Tabata directs new Lollipop Chainsaw 2 Back2Back game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-17/new-lollipop-chainsaw-game-announced-for-2027-release-on-ps5/.241894

Entergram Announces Koyo -RE-Nium Visual Novel Starring Hololive VTuber Hakui Koyori

Hakui also supervises game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-17/entergram-announces-koyo-re-nium-visual-novel-starring-hololive-vtuber-hakui-koyori/.241889

Crunchyroll Acquires 7.03% of Japanese Media Company Link-U

Crunchyroll invests 917 million yen in firm working on Crunchyroll Manga service

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-16/crunchyroll-acquires-7.03-percent-of-japanese-media-company-link-u/.241834

Mazenchu Food Characters Get TV Anime on October 7

Anime daily life in school for food ingredients

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-16/mazenchu-food-characters-get-tv-anime-on-october-7/.241833

Ace of Diamond Act II Second Season's 2nd Part Unveils Theme Songs in New Video

GLAY performs "NEVER SAY NEVER AGAIN" opening, OxT performs ending song "ROAD TO BE BLUE"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-15/ace-of-diamond-act-ii-second-season-2nd-part-unveils-theme-songs-in-new-video/.241798

Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton Game Delayed to 2027

Game initially slated for this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-15/jujutsu-kaisen-rumble-survivaton-game-delayed-to-2027/.241796

Yuka Ōshima's 'Haru to Gen ~70-sai, Hajimete Kosodate~' Manga Gets Short TV Anime

Kōdai Satō directs anime about 70-year-old man raising his young granddaughter at Imagica Infos/Imageworks Studio

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-15/yuka-oshima-haru-to-gen-~70-sai-hajimete-kosodate~-manga-gets-short-tv-anime/.241794

Funbarus Posture Support Plush Toys Get Short TV Anime

Anime debuts on October 3; uses "2D x AI hybrid" animation production process

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-15/funbarus-posture-support-plush-toys-get-short-tv-anime/.241792

Even a Replica Can Fall in Love Manga Ends with 7th Volume

Momose Hanada's adaptation of Harunadon's novel series launched in April 2023

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-14/even-a-replica-can-fall-in-love-manga-ends-with-7th-volume/.241729

Gundam RG XARX-ZERO Anime 'Launches' in N. America, Japan in April 2027

The official website for the Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO anime revealed on Monday that the anime will "launch" in North America and Japan...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2026-09-14/gundam-rg-xarx-zero-anime-launches-in-n-america-japan-in-april-2027/.241744

Overgeared Anime Reveals 3rd Trailer, 2 New Cast Members

Yūki Murata, Yurika Hirayama join cast of October 2 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-13/overgeared-anime-reveals-3rd-trailer-2-new-cast-members/.241725

Fatal Fury City of the Wolves Game Adds DLC Character Kim Kaphwan on September 24

Playable characters joins season 3 DLC roster

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-13/fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves-game-adds-dlc-character-kim-kaphwan-on-september-24/.241712

Actor, Narrator Leo Morimoto Dies at 83

The Wings of Honnêamise star, Bartender show's narrator died on September 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-13/actor-narrator-leo-morimoto-dies-at-83/.241723

Kei Urana's Gachiakuta Manga Continues Hiatus

Kodansha published latest chapter on August 5, manga is on hiatus so author can do research

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-13/kei-urana-gachiakuta-manga-continues-hiatus/.241715

Reborn as a Space Mercenary TV Anime Debuts on October 4

The Aniplex One Focus livestream event on Saturday revealed that Reborn as a Space Mercenary, the television anime of Ryūto and Tetsuhiro Nabeshima's Reborn...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2026-09-12/reborn-as-a-space-mercenary-tv-anime-debuts-on-october-4/.241698

Romelia War Chronicle Anime Reveals Theme Songs, October 3 Early Streaming Debut in Video

New visual also revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-12/romelia-war-chronicle-anime-reveals-theme-songs-october-3-early-streaming-debut-in-video/.241689

Autism Society Japan Issues Statement on Mii-chan and Miss Yamada Manga

ASJ: “We do not believe an anime adaptation is appropriate, even if it was age-restricted or restricted from freely available over-the-air television”

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-09-11/autism-society-japan-issues-statement-on-mii-chan-and-miss-yamada-manga/.241634

A Wild Last Boss Appeared! Season 2 Anime Reveals September 26 Early Streaming Debut, More Cast in 2nd Promo Video

Chakura performs ending theme song

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-11/a-wild-last-boss-appeared-season-2-anime-reveals-september-26-early-streaming-debut-more-cast-in-/.241664

Psyren TV Anime Reveals More Cast, Opening Theme Artist, October 5 Debut in Video

CLAN QUEEN performs opening; Yūko Kaida, Nobuyuki Hiyama join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-11/psyren-tv-anime-reveals-more-cast-opening-theme-artist-october-5-debut-in-video/.241661

Xbox Game Studios Takes Over Publishing Hideo Kojima's Physint Action Espionage Game

Kojima: SIE slated game for cancelation in June, studio spent 3 months finding new partner

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-10/xbox-game-studios-takes-over-publishing-hideo-kojima-physint-action-espionage-game/.241607

Tokyo Gap-Financing Market Highlights 5 Animation Projects Seeking More Funding

Projects include those from OLM, P.I.C.S.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-10/tokyo-gap-financing-market-highlights-5-animation-projects-seeking-more-funding/.241591

So What's Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin? Anime's New Video Unveils More Staff, Theme Songs, October 5 Debut

Sou, AHUB to perform "Hello" opening, "Chiisana Bokura" ending

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-09/so-what-wrong-with-getting-reborn-as-a-goblin-anime-new-video-unveils-more-staff-theme-songs-/.241557

Fate/EXTRA Record Game Streams Character Video for Saber

Sakura Tange reprises role in January 28 game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-09/fate-extra-record-game-streams-character-video-for-saber/.241555

Shiden Kanzaki Launches Black Bullet Reboot Project, New Original Work

New World Order reboot to start with revised story, end with completely new story

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-09/shiden-kanzaki-launches-black-bullet-reboot-project-new-original-work/.241551

Magic Repo Man Anime's 2nd English-Subtitled Trailer Reveals More Cast, Theme Songs

Daisuke Namikawa joins cast of October 4 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-08/magic-repo-man-anime-2nd-english-subtitled-trailer-reveals-more-cast-theme-songs/.241512

We Are Aliens Film Streams 'Theme Song Trailer'

New trailer features never-before-released part of adieu's "Sasakure" theme song

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-08/we-are-aliens-film-streams-theme-song-trailer/.241510

The World is Dancing Anime Casts Nobunaga Shimazaki

Shimazaki plays protagonist Oniyasha as young adult

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-08/the-world-is-dancing-anime-casts-nobunaga-shimazaki/.241498

Geek Pictures Unveils Panchsheela Indian-Japanese Magical Girl Animation

Tokyo-based Geek Pictures' subsidiary Geek Pictures India produces project

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-08/geek-pictures-unveils-panchsheela-indian-japanese-magical-girl-animation/.241497

Uncle's Obsession with Cute Things Anime's 2nd Trailer Reveals More Cast Members, Theme Song Artists

Yusei Yagi performs "LIKE³" opening, Kaori Maeda performs "Tōtoi♡Kaiwai" ending

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-07/uncle-obsession-with-cute-things-anime-2nd-trailer-reveals-more-cast-members-theme-song-artists/.241482

Hunter x Hunter Manga Announces Hiatus, 4th Stage Play Featuring 'Chimera Ant Arc'

Manga's return to be announced at a later date; 4th stage play to run in Tokyo, Kyoto in 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-07/hunter-x-hunter-manga-announces-hiatus-4th-stage-play-featuring-chimera-ant-arc/.241478

Black Clover Anime's 2nd Season Reveals October 3 Debut, Ending Theme by One or Eight

Crunchyroll to preview new season in U.S. theaters on September 21

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-07/black-clover-anime-2nd-season-reveals-october-3-debut-ending-theme-by-one-or-eight/.241479

'Hope You're Happy, Lemon' Manga Ends in Next Chapter

Mizuki Kishikawa's body-swap rom-com series debuted in October 2023

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-06/hope-youre-happy-lemon-manga-ends-in-next-chapter/.241440

Persona 4 Revival Game's Videos Highlight Kanji, Yosuke, Chie, Yukiko

Game launches for PS5, Xbox X|S, Xbox PC with Xbox Game Pass, PC via Steam on February 18

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-05/persona-4-revival-game-videos-highlight-kanji-yosuke-chie-yukiko/.241444

Wandance Gets Stage Play in March 2027

The Jet Boy Bangerz member Taki stars as Kaboku

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-06/wandance-gets-stage-play-in-march-2027/.241437

Kuji Furumiya's Unnamed Memory -after the end- Sequel Light Novel Series Ends in December

Sequel novel series launched in 2022

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-06/kuji-furumiya-unnamed-memory-after-the-end-sequel-light-novel-series-ends-in-december/.241425

New Detective Conan Anime Special Lets Fans Deduce Culprit

Also: Separate 2-hour 30th anniversary special to air on September 25

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-05/new-detective-conan-anime-special-lets-fans-deduce-culprit/.241434

Tomb Raider King ‒ Episode 9

Jooheon is so out of his depth for once that he has to jump into the water and take a risky swim to try and save Irene without all of his equipment handy.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/tomb-raider-king/episode-9/.241421

Ha-young Exits Live-Action Trauma Code: Heroes on Call Season 2 Series

Actress exits sequel after controversy surrounding her late great-grandfather

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-05/ha-young-exits-live-action-trauma-code-heroes-on-call-season-2-series/.241349

Webtoon-Based Short-Form Live-Action Series My Father's Table Set for September 9 Theatrical Release

Series follows family whose dynamics shift after mother is no longer able to cook

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-05/webtoon-based-short-form-live-action-series-my-father-table-set-for-september-9-theatrical-release/.241363

Medalist Manga Goes on Hiatus

Manga goes on hiatus due to "production circumstances"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-04/medalist-manga-goes-on-hiatus/.241370

Noragami's Adachitoka Launches New Manga

Yadoya no Oinu-sama debuts on October 6

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-04/noragami-adachitoka-launches-new-manga/.241244

The World's Finest Assassin Gets Reincarnated in a Different World as an Aristocrat Season 2's Video Reveals More Cast, January Debut

Sumire Uesaka, Yūsuke Tonozaki join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-04/the-world-finest-assassin-gets-reincarnated-in-a-different-world-as-an-aristocrat-season-2-video-/.241347

Live-Action Bless Series Reveals New Video, Visuals

Series debuts on Amazon Prime Video exclusively worldwide in spring 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-03/live-action-bless-series-reveals-new-video-visuals/.241282

Live-Action The Silent Service Reveals New Series' Title, Summer 2027 Debut in Teaser Video

New series titled Chinmoku no Kantai Mezame yo, New York to stream exclusively worldwide on Prime Video

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-03/live-action-the-silent-service-reveals-new-series-title-summer-2027-debut-in-teaser-video/.241291

Red River ‒ Episode 9

Being in peril from Kail’s sexual predations is one thing, but she won’t be able to just make the Prince of Darkness stop.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/red-river/episode-9/.241205

From Far Away TV Anime's New Video Reveals More Cast & Staff, Theme Songs

Kimiko Saitō, Tadashi Miyazawa, Taisuke Nakano, Miku Itō join cast of October 4 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-02/from-far-away-tv-anime-new-video-reveals-more-cast-and-staff-theme-songs/.241233

Saint Seiya Creator Masami Kurumada Sues Former Manager, Others for 2.8 Billion Yen

Defendants allegedly misappropriated total of 4.6 billion yen in 2018-2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-02/saint-seiya-creator-masami-kurumada-sues-former-manager-others-for-2.8-billion-yen/.241225

Goodbye, Lara ‒ Episode 9

It’s worth noting the many appearances of white birds in this episode.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/goodbye-lara/episode-9/.241162

The Summer Hikaru Died Manga to End in 2 Chapters

Last 2 chapters scheduled to publish in October

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-01/the-summer-hikaru-died-manga-to-end-in-2-chapters/.241187

Live-Action It's Strictly Business Series Announces Cast. Staff, November 5 Debut

Sota Uemura, Rio Takahashi star in BL series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-09-01/live-action-its-strictly-business-series-announces-cast-staff-november-5-debut/.241182

Sirotan TV Anime to Premiere on October 3

The official website for the Sirotan television anime based on Creative Yoko's seal mascot revealed on Tuesday the anime's main visual and October 3 premiere....

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2026-09-01/sirotan-tv-anime-to-premiere-on-october-3/.241180

'The Strongest Man, Born From Misfortune' TV Anime Reveals Promo Video, 2 Characters

Anime based on Fukufuku's light novel series to debut in 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-31/the-strongest-man-born-from-misfortune-tv-anime-reveals-promo-video-2-characters/.241109

Aniplex to Publish Fate/Extra Record Game; Kazuya Nino Leaves Type-Moon studio BB, Steps Down as Game's Director

Nino leaves Type-Moon studio BB due to personal reasons

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-31/aniplex-to-publish-fate-extra-record-game-kazuya-nino-leaves-type-moon-studio-bb-steps-down-as-game-/.241148

Pokémon: Wild Card Anime Film Announced for 2027

CloverWorks animates 1st new anime film in franchise in 6+ years

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-31/pokemon-wild-card-anime-film-announced-for-2027/.241147

Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend Film Unveils 2nd Trailer, Theme Song Artist

Tōko Kirishima performs "Suihei-sen wa Boku no Furukizu finale"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-30/rascal-does-not-dream-of-a-dear-friend-film-unveils-2nd-trailer-theme-song-artist/.241135

Sagrada Reset Author Yutaka Kōno's Sayonara no Iikata Nante Shiranai Novel Series Gets Manga Adaptation

5 cm/s manga artist Yukiko Seike launches manga this fall

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-30/sagrada-reset-author-yutaka-kono-sayonara-no-iikata-nante-shiranai-novel-series-gets-manga-/.241119

Sankaku Head's My Darling Devilish Daughter Manga Ends in 6th Volume

Series about half-devil daughter debuted in 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-29/sankaku-head-my-darling-devilish-daughter-manga-ends-in-6th-volume/.241120

Kо̄ki Inо̄ Replaces Ayumu Murase as Kanon Himeno in The Idolm@ster Side M Franchise

Voice actor chosen through audition

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-30/k-ki-in-replaces-ayumu-murase-as-kanon-himeno-in-the-idolm@ster-side-m-franchise/.241117

Arcanadea TV Anime Reveals More Cast, January 2027 Debut in Video

Keiichirō Kawaguchi directs anime at Yokohama Animation Lab

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-29/arcanadea-tv-anime-reveals-more-cast-january-2027-debut-in-video/.241107

Bleach Mirrors High Mobile Game Streams 2 New Short Videos

Pre-registration for game releasing in 2026 is now open

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-29/bleach-mirrors-high-mobile-game-streams-2-new-short-videos/.241083

PuniRunes Anime's 4th Season Reveals New Characters in Promo Video

New season debuts on October 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-29/punirunes-anime-4th-season-reveals-new-characters-in-promo-video/.241103

Roji's Ao to Midori Boys-Love Manga Gets Live-Action Series

Naoya Kusakawa, Hidekazu Chinen star in series about mutual unrequited love

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-29/roji-ao-to-midori-boys-love-manga-gets-live-action-series/.241102

Crunchyroll App on Nintendo Switch to be Discontinued on October 30

Crunchyroll is currently not available for Switch 2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-28/crunchyroll-app-on-nintendo-switch-to-be-discontinued-on-october-30/.241070

New Fairy Princess Minky Momo OVA Unveils 4 More Cast Members

Show Hayami, Kikuko Inoue, Kazuyuki Okitsu, Mie Sonozaki voice king, queen, Momo's parents

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-28/new-fairy-princess-minky-momo-ova-unveils-4-more-cast-members/.241067

Millennium Family TV Anime Casts Katsuyuki Konishi

Konishi voices Hayden, the eldest of the 7 siblings

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-27/millennium-family-tv-anime-casts-katsuyuki-konishi/.241039

Live-Action Remarried Empress Series Sets November 4 Debut, Reveals Teaser Trailer

Video highlights strained relationship between Navier, Sovieshu, Rashta, Heinrey as imperial romance develops into major political, personal conflict

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-27/live-action-remarried-empress-series-sets-november-4-debut-reveals-teaser-trailer/.241023

Uchū Nanchara Kotetsu-kun Film Streams 1st 2 Minutes, Casts Shōko Nakagawa

Film's theme song performer Nakagawa to also voice different aliens appearing in film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-27/uchu-nanchara-kotetsu-kun-film-streams-1st-2-minutes-casts-shoko-nakagawa/.241036

Iron Wok Jan! ‒ Episode 8

Akiyama Jan does not simply settle for making a good dish that will win, but specifically aims to make sure that Omae Kota loses.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/iron-wok-jan/episode-8/.240989

The Greatest Magicmaster's Retirement Plan TV Anime Casts Yui Ogura

Ogura plays Loki Leevahl in 2027 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-26/the-greatest-magicmaster-retirement-plan-tv-anime-casts-yui-ogura/.241001

Blue Box Anime's Season 2 Trailer Unveils Theme Songs

aiko performs opening song "Anata no Hana no Iro"; elsewhere kikou performs ending song "blue in"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-26/blue-box-anime-season-2-trailer-unveils-theme-songs/.240991

Quintet's Terranigma RPG Gets Release in 2027

Game slated for release on Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-25/quintet-terranigma-rpg-gets-release-in-2027/.240943

Earth Defense Force 6.2 Invaders From Another World Game Announced for PS5

D3Publisher launches updated version of Earth Defense Force 6 in 2027 with demo at Tokyo Game Show in September

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-25/earth-defense-force-6.2-invaders-from-another-world-game-announced-for-ps5/.240954

'Fall in Love, You False Angels' Manga Goes on Hiatus

Creator Coco Uzuki's health, workload cited for hiatus, with series returning in November

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-25/fall-in-love-you-false-angels-manga-goes-on-hiatus/.240940

Übel Blatt II Manga Ends on October 23

Sequel manga launched in February 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-25/ubel-blatt-ii-manga-ends-on-october-23/.240944

Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans Arc Reveals 4th Trailer, Key Visual, NYCC Appearance with Mariya Ise

go!go!vanillas perform ending theme titled "TRICK STAR"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-24/tokyo-revengers-war-of-the-three-titans-arc-reveals-4th-trailer-key-visual-nycc-appearance-with-/.240920

New Rokudenashi Blues Manga Delayed to Winter, Gets New Artist

Yuki Yoshimoto takes over as artist from Boichi

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-24/new-rokudenashi-blues-manga-delayed-to-winter-gets-new-artist/.240888

Red River Anime Casts Sōma Saitō, Shun Horie

Saitō plays Egyptian general User Ramses, Horie plays young Hittite prince Juda

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-24/red-river-anime-casts-soma-saito-shun-horie/.240893

Berserk of Gluttony 2nd Season Anime Debuts in 2027

Fate Graphite's voice actor Ryōta Ōsaka also posts video message to fans

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-23/berserk-of-gluttony-2nd-season-anime-debuts-in-2027/.240874

One Piece Announces 2 New Anime Films

ONE PIECE FILM GOD VALLEY opens in summer 2027, ONE PIECE FILM BAAD opens in 2029

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-23/one-piece-announces-2-new-anime-films/.240878

Murciélago TV Anime Debuts in January 2027

HIDIVE to exclusively stream anime in U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, New Zealand

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-23/murcielago-tv-anime-debuts-in-january-2027/.240872

Even the Student Council Has its Holes! TV Anime Reveals October 3 Debut in Main Promo Video

More staff, opening theme artist also announced

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-22/even-the-student-council-has-its-holes-tv-anime-reveals-october-3-debut-in-main-promo-video/.240834

Tokyopop Announces 7 New Manga Licenses Including Garagarapon

And Then, She Became Mina; SIX: Paths of Horror; more manga also licensed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-22/tokyopop-announces-7-new-manga-licenses-including-garagarapon/.240828

STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT Game Review

With new visuals, rerecorded voices and music, and an entirely new ending, does STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT have what it takes to be the definitive version of this iconic story?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/game/pc-nintendo-switch-2-nintendo-switch-playstation-5-xbox-series-x-s/steins-gate-re-boot/.240767

Matsurika Kanriden TV Anime Reveals Kana-Boon's Theme Song in Promo Video

Takeo Ōtsuka, Kōtarō Nishiyama, Shō Komura join cast for anime debuting in January 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-21/matsurika-kanriden-tv-anime-reveals-kana-boon-theme-song-in-promo-video/.240797

Live-Action Happy Kanako's Killer Life Season 2 Reveals 3 New Cast Members

Hikaru Takahashi, Aoi Morikawa, Sayu Suzukawa join cast as Kanako's assassin colleagues

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-21/live-action-happy-kanako-killer-life-season-2-reveals-3-new-cast-members/.240775

Billy Bat, The Summer Hikaru Died, More Win 3rd American Manga Awards

cocoon, Mushishi, Madeleine Jose, Jan Mitsuko Cash, Wendy Chan also honored

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-08-21/billy-bat-the-summer-hikaru-died-more-win-3rd-american-manga-awards/.240791

CloverWorks' Omnibus Anime Film Grotesqqque Reveals Trailer for 'A(E)liens' Segment

Film opens on November 6 in Japan

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-20/cloverworks-omnibus-anime-film-grotesqqque-reveals-trailer-for-aliens-segment/.240753

Necromancer Isekai Anime Reveals Key Visual, 2027 Debut

Yoshihiro Akase also joins staff as sound director

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-20/necromancer-isekai-anime-reveals-key-visual-2027-debut/.240749

One Piece (2026-) ‒ Episode 1174

It’s hard not to cheer alongside the warriors of Elbaph as our two favorite giants deliver a double home run swing laser beam from the deck of their longship.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/one-piece/episode-1174/.240708

Red River ‒ Episode 7

This really is the first time Yuri has truly come into her own.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/red-river/episode-7/.240697

The World Is Dancing ‒ Episode 8

Imagine witnessing a rival put on a show so incredible that it causes the doomed future of an entire artform to flash before your eyes.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-world-is-dancing/episode-8/.240667

Though I Am an Inept Villainess ‒ Episode 6

I really want to see Reirin and Keigetsu realize that they’re on the same side.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/though-i-am-an-inept-villainess/episode-6/.240657

Iron Wok Jan! ‒ Episode 7

Kawahara has advanced techniques and knowledge that allow him to approach cooking from a more clinical perspective.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/iron-wok-jan/episode-7/.240670

Goodbye, Lara ‒ Episode 7

It looks like Luca is being punished for his past rejection of Lara.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/goodbye-lara/episode-7/.240655

Chainsmoker Cat ‒ Episode 7

Sometimes, "fine art" really means "watch a degenerate furry accidentally summon a Nicotine Demon and then send him crying back to the dark pits of hell with the power of her disgusting lifestyle and rancid farts."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/chainsmoker-cat/episode-7/.240593

Star Detective Precure! Anime Unveils New Ending Theme, Character Visuals (Contains Spoilers)

New visual also revealed for Eiga Meitantei Precure!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-17/star-detective-precure-anime-unveils-new-ending-theme-character-visuals/.240626

Fatal Fury City of the Wolves Game's Trailer Previews DLC Character Duck King

Duck King launches in Season 3 on August 27

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-17/fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves-game-trailer-previews-dlc-character-duck-king/.240632

Beauty and Monsters: A Chat with Anime Producer Ena Hamabe

Ena Hamabe helped bring to life stories like This Monster Wants to Eat Me and, most recently, I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day. We were able to dive deeper into Hamabe's process for considering projects, as well as her thoughts on the stories that move people.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2026/all-the-news-and-reviews-from-anime-expo/beauty-and-monsters-a-chat-with-anime-producer-ena-hamabe/.240243

Sendai Books Licenses Amazoness Kiss, Never Mind Come Together Manga in English

Ishitsuyo launched Amazon Kiss in 2017

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-15/sendai-books-licenses-amazoness-kiss-never-mind-come-together-manga-in-english/.240609

Reincarnated as a Sword Season 2 Reveals September 30 Early Streaming Debut, Theme Songs in Trailer

Itsuki Fujioka to launch manga spinoff Tensei Shitara Ken Deshita My Dish on September 30

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-16/reincarnated-as-a-sword-season-2-reveals-september-30-early-streaming-debut-theme-songs-in-trailer/.240622

Skip & Loafer Anime's 2nd Season Reveals April 2027 Debut in Teaser Video

Takatsugu Wakabayashi returns to compose music with new composer Michiru

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-16/skip-and-loafer-anime-2nd-season-reveals-april-2027-debut-in-teaser-video/.240621

Plott' Announces Rakuraku Hanten Short Anime for September

Mafia battle series to stream on YouTube

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-15/plott-announces-rakuraku-hanten-short-anime-for-september/.240605

Ace of Diamond Act II Second Season's 2nd Part Previewed in Teaser

2nd part of season will premiere in October

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-15/ace-of-diamond-act-ii-second-season-2nd-part-previewed-in-teaser/.240598

Link! Like! Love Live! Game Developer Odd Number Files for Bankruptcy

Operating costs for game led to company being 10.32 billion yen in debt

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-14/link-like-love-live-game-developer-odd-number-files-for-bankruptcy/.240564

Shigeru Mizuki's 'White Flag' WW2 Manga Gets Anime Special on Sunday

Anime airs as part of NHK Special documentary

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-14/shigeru-mizuki-white-flag-ww2-manga-gets-anime-special-on-sunday/.240574

The Villager of Level 999 Anime Casts Yōji Ueda, Tetsu Inada

Ueda voices Militaria Remote, Inada voices Dark Dragon in show's 8th episode next week

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-14/the-villager-of-level-999-anime-casts-yoji-ueda-tetsu-inada/.240568

One Piece Manga Tops Oricon's Monthly Comic Ranking for July 2026

One Piece volume 115 sold over 1 million copies, Hunter X Hunter volume 39 ranks 2nd

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-13/one-piece-manga-tops-oricon-monthly-comic-ranking-for-july-2026/.240416

From Overshadowed to Overpowered Anime Casts Sora Amamiya

Amamiya plays Anastasia's older sister Tatiana in next week's episode

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-13/from-overshadowed-to-overpowered-anime-casts-sora-amamiya/.240535

Tenkaichi: The Greatest Warrior Under the Rising Sun TV Anime Reveals Teaser Video, Main Cast, Staff, April 2027 Debut

Gen Sato, Kenichirō Matsuda, Kenyū Horiuchi star in Fugaku anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-13/tenkaichi-the-greatest-warrior-under-the-rising-sun-tv-anime-reveals-teaser-video-main-cast-staff-/.240548

Houston Man Charged For Terroristic Threat Over Anime

Man allegedly left threatening voicemail to Governor's Office to "unlock my f—ing anime"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-13/houston-man-charged-for-terroristic-threat-over-anime/.240532

Truly Outrageous: MARRIAGETOXIN Director Motonobu Hori and Bones Film Producer Tatsuya Saitō

"Part of the manga's appeal is that there are moments where you're not entirely sure what's happening between one panel and the next."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2026/all-the-news-and-reviews-from-anime-expo/truly-outrageous-marriagetoxin-director-motonobu-hori-and-bones-film-producer-tatsuya-saito/.240241

Vermeil in Gold Manga Artist Yōko Umezu Dies

Umezu died on July 7 due to ischemic stroke

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-12/vermeil-in-gold-manga-artist-yoko-umezu-dies/.240507

Phantom: Phantom of Inferno Game Slated for Steam on September 4

Game originally debuted in 2000

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-11/phantom-phantom-of-inferno-game-slated-for-steam-on-september-4/.240462

Steins;Gate Re:Boot Game's Xbox Series X|S Release Delayed to October 29

Xbox Series X|S release date now matches release date of other console versions in the West

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-11/steins-gate-re-boot-game-xbox-series-x-s-release-delayed-to-october-29/.240470

Live-Action Blue Lock Film Confirms 3 More Cast Members

Boy band Fantastics member Yusei Yagi, actors Keisuke Watanabe, Omi Natsuki co-star in film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-10/live-action-blue-lock-film-confirms-3-more-cast-members/.240440

Cat Companions Maruru and Hachi Manga Returns From Hiatus

Manga went on hiatus in January 2025

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-10/cat-companions-maruru-and-hachi-manga-returns-from-hiatus/.240415

Manga Up! Global App Adds Majisawa's How to Feed a Delinquent Boy Manga

Manga launched in Square Enix's Big Gangan in July 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-09/manga-up-global-app-adds-majisawa-how-to-feed-a-delinquent-boy-manga/.240393

Classroom of the Elite 4th Season: Second Year, First Semester Anime Series Review

Of all the arcs so far in Classroom of the Elite, this one is the first to feel like Ayanokoji is in any real danger.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/classroom-of-the-elite-4th-season/second-year-first-semester-anime-series/.240135

Villains Are Destined to Die Webtoon Ends, Gets TV Anime

Writer Gwon Gyeoeul, artist SUOL's series centers on otome game's villainess trying to avoid death ending

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-09/villains-are-destined-to-die-webtoon-ends-gets-tv-anime/.240411

Star Detective Precure! Film's New Video Reveals Cast for Guest Characters

Akari Kitō, Nobunaga Shimazaki, Kōki Uchiyama join cast of film opening on September 18

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-09/star-detective-precure-film-new-video-reveals-cast-for-guest-characters/.240410

Even the Student Council Has its Holes! Anime Casts Yumi Uchiyama

Uchiyama voices homeroom teacher Satomi Hiratsuka

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-08/even-the-student-council-has-its-holes-anime-casts-yumi-uchiyama/.240400

Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You ‒ Episode 5

In an age where loud voices are quick to equate “age gap relationship” to “bad and exploitative,” I appreciate a more holistic and thoughtful depiction of this kind of relationship and the joy it can bring the people in it.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/smoking-behind-the-supermarket-with-you/episode-5/.240395

Draw This, Then Die! ‒ Episode 6

It's finally Comitia time, and with that comes one specific disappointment.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/draw-this-then-die/episode-6/.240386

The Elusive Samurai Season 2 ‒ Episode 4

This is an iron-clad rule that applies to literally all stories told across every medium humanity has yet conceived: Everything is better when you add a bunch of goofy puppets.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-elusive-samurai-season-2/episode-4/.240384

Summer 2026 Manga Guide After Dark (18+)

Welcome to the steamy side of ANN's Spring Manga Guide.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/seasonal/2026/summer/manga-guide-after-dark/.236924

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, July 27-August 2

Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3, The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch make list

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-07/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-july-27-august-2/.240366

Japan's Video Game Rankings, July 27-August 2

Nippon Ichi's Village in the Shade Switch 2 version debuts at #3, Switch Version at #7, PS5 version at #11

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-07/japan-video-game-rankings-july-27-august-2/.240365

Live-Action 'Chotto Matō yo, Harutora-kun' BL Series' Trailer Previews Ending Song

Chihiro performs ending theme song "Honeyy" for August 13 show

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-07/live-action-chotto-mato-yo-harutora-kun-bl-series-trailer-previews-ending-song/.240363

Shueisha Launches Manga Million Digital Platform Worldwide With Titles in 100+ Languages

Application has over 1 million pages of translated manga from 400 titles including ONE PIECE, Naruto, Bleach, Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen, Kingdom, Oshi No Ko, Nana, more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-06/shueisha-launches-manga-million-digital-platform-worldwide-with-titles-in-100-languages/.240223

Clevatess Season 2 ‒ Episode 5

She already managed to figure out the perks of being an undead abomination; you can bet that our heroine will find out how to make the most of being a cute little rat monster with a giant tail.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/clevatess-season-2/episode-5/.240094

From Overshadowed to Overpowered Anime Reveals 3 New Cast Members

Shinichirō Kamio, Rina Kawaguchi, Hiroki Takahashi join anime's cast in episode 7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-06/from-overshadowed-to-overpowered-anime-reveals-3-new-cast-members/.240343

Weekly Shonen Jump Magazine's Print Circulation Falls Below 1 Million Copies for 1st Time

Japan Magazine Publishers Association: No more magazines in Japan above 1 million in circulation

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-06/weekly-shonen-jump-magazine-print-circulation-falls-below-1-million-copies-for-1st-time/.240321

Shōzen TV Anime's 1st Promo Video Reveals April 2027 Debut

Rina Kawaguchi, Hiroshi Kamiya, more star in adaptation of Jiang Jia Meizi's Chinese manhua Shang Shan

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-05/shozen-tv-anime-1st-promo-video-reveals-april-2027-debut/.240297

Koma-Dori Mofmof Parade Stop-Motion Anime Unveils Cast, Staff, January 2027 Debut

Kenshō Ono, KENN, Sōma Saitō, Yūya Hirose, more star in dwarf studios anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-05/koma-dori-mofmof-parade-stop-motion-anime-unveils-cast-staff-january-2027-debut/.240295

Star Wars: Visions Presents - The Ninth Jedi Anime Series Review

The Ninth Jedi is one of those anime I enjoyed watching in the moment and have become more enraptured with the more I think about.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/star-wars/visions-presents-the-ninth-jedi-anime-series/.240134

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 ‒ Episode 18

It’s rare to see Clara have a serious moment, albeit for a Clara-value of “serious.”

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4/episode-18/.240228

Mii-chan and Miss Yamada Staff Issue Statement After Backlash to Anime News

Critics assert anime will alienate those with intellectual, developmental disabilities

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-08-04/mii-chan-and-miss-yamada-staff-issue-statement-after-backlash-to-anime-news/.240050

Kami Nishio's 'Still You' from Young Magazine US Starts Serialization on August 24

Original 1-shot debuted in special Young Magazine US English issue

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-03/kami-nishio-still-you-from-young-magazine-us-starts-serialization-on-august-24/.240204

Heaven Burns Red Game's Main Story Heads to Final Chapter

Game's main story to end with final chapter, but staff plan to continue game afterward

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-03/heaven-burns-red-game-main-story-heads-to-final-chapter/.240212

Fate/Grand Order: Fujimaru Ritsuka wa Wakaranai Anime Shorts Get 4th Season on August 7

Previous 3rd season ran from August-December 2025

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-03/fate-grand-order-fujimaru-ritsuka-wa-wakaranai-anime-shorts-get-4th-season-on-august-7/.240194

Dark Gathering Manga Takes 1-Month Break

Manga returns in September

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-02/dark-gathering-manga-takes-1-month-break/.240189

Even the Student Council Has its Holes! Anime Casts Shizuka Ishigami

Ishigami voices Arisu Terui in anime debuting in October

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-02/even-the-student-council-has-its-holes-anime-casts-shizuka-ishigami/.240171

Crunchyroll to Stream Eleceed, FX Fighter Kurumi-chan, Uncle's Obsession with Cute Things, More Anime; English Dub for Sound! Euphonium

Service to stream Shangri-La Frontier season 3, The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World II, The Laid-Off Cheat-Granting Mage Enjoys a Second Lease on Life

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-02/crunchyroll-to-stream-eleceed-fx-fighter-kurumi-chan-uncle-obsession-with-cute-things-more-anime-/.240182

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, July 20-26

The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch, From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman, Elusive Samurai make list

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-01/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-july-20-26/.240147

FX Fighter Kurumi-chan TV Anime Reveals October Debut, More Cast

Key visual, ending theme also revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-01/fx-fighter-kurumi-chan-tv-anime-reveals-october-debut-more-cast/.240170

Japan's Video Game Rankings, July 20-26

Splatoon Raiders debuts at #1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-31/japan-video-game-rankings-july-20-26/.240143

Honey Parade Games Reveals Title, Video of New Senran Kagura Smartphone, PC Game

Shinobi Nexus: Senran Kagura to launch this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-08-01/honey-parade-games-reveals-title-video-of-new-senran-kagura-smartphone-pc-game/.240169

Rafal Jaki, Machine Gamu Launch Brain Alive Manga With Planned English Release This Fall

Manga from Cyberpunk Edgerunners creator centers on father who enters son's dreams to fight Slavic beasts, Japanese yokai to save him

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-31/rafal-jaki-machine-gamu-launch-brain-alive-manga-with-planned-english-release-this-fall/.240146

The Lonely Snow Widow and the Cursed Ring TV Anime Reveals October Debut, OceanVeil Streaming, Cast, Staff

Harumichi Shido, Rikka Kitami, Sara Ayumi star in romantic comedy series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-31/the-lonely-snow-widow-and-the-cursed-ring-tv-anime-reveals-october-debut-oceanveil-streaming-cast-/.240140

Cagaster's Kachō Hashimoto Launches New Manga in September

Hashimoto announced Shinikake Shōjo to Kumo Ōji manga a year ago

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-31/cagaster-kacho-hashimoto-launches-new-manga-in-september/.240130

After God Manga Enters Last Arc

Manga went on hiatus earlier this month

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-30/after-god-manga-enters-last-arc/.240131

Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia Anime Reveals 3 New Cast Members

Akira Ishida, Inori Minase, Shōya Chiba join anime's cast from 6th episode on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-30/jaadugar-a-witch-in-mongolia-anime-reveals-3-new-cast-members/.240113

Exstetra RPG's HD Remaster Launches on Switch, Switch 2, PS5 on September 3

Game launched on Steam on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-30/exstetra-rpg-hd-remaster-launches-on-switch-switch-2-ps5-on-september-3/.240110

Chiikawa Anime Film Opens at #1, 5th Live-Action Kingdom Film Drops to #3

The Kamen Rider Zeztz & Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity W Hero Natsu Eiga 2026 film opens at #5

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-30/chiikawa-anime-film-opens-at-no.1-5th-live-action-kingdom-film-drops-to-no.3/.240044

Though I Am an Inept Villainess ‒ Episodes 1-3

Reirin is such a Disney princess; she’d make Cinderella blush at her own pessimism.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/though-i-am-an-inept-villainess/episodes-1-3/.240064

Blue Reflection Quartet Game Review

Both upgraded versions of Blue Reflection and Blue Reflection: Second Light themselves are worth getting Blue Reflection Quartet for.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/game/playstation-5/blue-reflection-quartet/.240042

Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim Anime Confirms TV Format

TO Books announced on Thursday the television format for the anime adaptation of Tōko Amekawa's Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim (Akutō Ikka no Manamusume,...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2026-07-29/reincarnated-in-a-mafia-dating-sim-anime-confirms-tv-format/.240068

Iron Wok Jan! ‒ Episode 4

Akiyama Jan is a culinary mastermind, ten steps ahead and three char-broiled layers deep in his planning.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/iron-wok-jan/episode-4/.240030

Goodbye, Lara ‒ Episode 4

When Himeka sees Ouji with another girl, she knows the pain of Andersen’s mermaid dancing at her love’s wedding. When Lara observes it, she relives the moment when her prince rejected her for being different, for being a mermaid rather than a human.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/goodbye-lara/episode-4/.240017

Laid-Back Camp, mono Manga Go on Hiatus Due to Creator's Health

Manga creator Afro's health worsened due to stress of serializing 2 manga simultaneously

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-28/laid-back-camp-mono-manga-go-on-hiatus-due-to-creator-health/.240028

Immersive Musical Show to Tell Story Set 5 Years After Mamoru Hosoda's Belle Film

Animmersive Live: Ryū to Sobakasu no Hime to run from October 20 to November 15

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-28/immersive-musical-show-to-tell-story-set-5-years-after-mamoru-hosoda-belle-film/.240038

Netflix Streams Gintama the Movie 2026: Yoshiwara in Flames on August 27

Film opened in Japan on February 13

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-27/netflix-streams-gintama-the-movie-2026-yoshiwara-in-flames-on-august-27/.240006

New Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku o! ~Kono Ai Subeki Machi ni Hanei o!~ Game Streams Teaser Trailer

New game supervised by original light novel author Natsume Akatsuki slated for release on mobile, PC this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-27/new-kono-subarashii-sekai-ni-shukufuku-o-~kono-ai-subeki-machi-ni-hanei-o-~-game-streams-teaser-/.239989

Marvel Partners With Kadokawa for Upcoming Manga Projects

tokitokoro draws manga about Spider-Man, Ryūsei Yamada draws manga about Spider-Gwen

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-26/marvel-partners-with-kadokawa-for-upcoming-manga-projects/.239968

KonoSuba – God's blessing on this wonderful world! 4 Anime Reveals Staff, 2027 Debut

Manabu Kurihara directs anime at new studio ENGI with Takaomi Kanasaki returning as chief director

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-26/konosuba-god-blessing-on-this-wonderful-world-4-anime-reveals-staff-2027-debut/.239976

The Elusive Samurai Season 2 ‒ Episode 2

That right there is the last known lithograph of a kid who just got fatally struck by the ten-ton semi-truck of puberty.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-elusive-samurai-season-2/episode-2/.239949

New Galaxy Express 999 Theatrical Anime Announced With Story by Rintarō

Rintarō previously directed 1979 Galaxy Express 999 film, other works in franchise

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-25/new-galaxy-express-999-theatrical-anime-announced-with-story-by-rintaro/.239959

Anime Limited Licenses Banana Fish Anime

Company plans to release anime on Blu-ray in U.S., U.K., France in early 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-25/anime-limited-licenses-banana-fish-anime/.239955

Shintaro Kago's 'Blood Harvest' Short Story Manga Wins Eisner Award

Akira manga wins award for Best Archival/Collection Project

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-25/shintaro-kago-blood-harvest-short-story-manga-wins-eisner-award/.239953

Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You ‒ Episodes 1-3

While there are plenty of high profile and more impressive anime coming out this season, Supermarket Smoking is the one I most enjoy cracking open a cold one and vibing out to, and am excited for these hangouts to continue as the summer goes on.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/smoking-behind-the-supermarket-with-you/episodes-1-3/.239938

Vertex Force Original Anime Reveals October 3 Debut, Main Cast in Promo Video

Original series stars Makoto Koichi, Kaede Hondo, others

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-24/vertex-force-original-anime-reveals-october-3-debut-main-cast-in-promo-video/.239935

5th Live-Action Kingdom Film Opens at #1, 'You, Fireworks, and Our Promise' Anime Film at #5

Live-action The Samurai and the Prisoner at #9, Detective Conan: Highway no Datenshi at #10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-24/5th-live-action-kingdom-film-opens-at-no.1-you-fireworks-and-our-promise-anime-film-at-no.5/.239927

Clevatess Season 2 ‒ Episodes 1-3

If our trusty heroine is going to play the role of gumshoe and solve Drel's mystery, she will have to rely on her wits, her guile, and her deep wellspring of…er, charm? Sure, let's call it “charm.”

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/clevatess-season-2/episodes-1-3/.239881

Kusunoki's Flunking Her High School Glow-Up Manga Gets TV Anime

Yūto Uemura, Tomori Kusunoki star in anime at Passione, Hayabusa Film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-23/kusunoki-flunking-her-high-school-glow-up-manga-gets-tv-anime/.239900

Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Unmei Seisen-hen Anime's Promo Video Reveals Theme Song, November 7 TV Debut

Kis-My-Ft2 performs "Escape" theme song

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-23/cardfight-vanguard-divinez-unmei-seisen-hen-anime-promo-video-reveals-theme-song-november-7-tv-debut/.239887

Red River ‒ Episodes 1-3

If you’re not into following the manga’s pacing quite so faithfully, it could be a lot to sit through, especially since the art and animation are not, shall we say, visual treats.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/red-river/episodes-1-3/.239843

Iron Wok Jan! ‒ Episodes 1-3

I am - ahem - hungry for more.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/iron-wok-jan/episodes-1-3/.239849

So What's Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin? Anime Reveals More Cast, Theme Song Artists

Natsuki Hanae, Hiro Shimono, Yukari Tamura join cast of October series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-22/so-what-wrong-with-getting-reborn-as-a-goblin-anime-reveals-more-cast-theme-song-artists/.239833

Akiko Higashimura's Live-Action Vacance no Hōsoku Series Reveals Main Trailer, Opening Song

Girl Group ILLIT performs opening song "I Got Your Back" for July 27 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-21/akiko-higashimura-live-action-vacance-no-hosoku-series-reveals-main-trailer-opening-song/.239825

I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand Anime Casts Chō

Chō plays divine chicken Gerberga who debuted in episode 3 on Monday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-21/i-became-a-legend-after-my-10-year-long-last-stand-anime-casts-cho/.239814

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 ‒ Episode 16

Not just anyone can be Opera.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4/episode-16/.239752

Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya Finale TV Anime Revealed for 2027

Visual, staff, cast revealed for final work in anime franchise

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-19/fate-kaleid-liner-prisma-illya-finale-tv-anime-revealed-for-2027/.239754

Ghost Mikawa's Mercenary Sisters Novel Gets Manga Adaptation

Ka Sakana launches manga adaptation on Tuesday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-19/ghost-mikawa-mercenary-sisters-novel-gets-manga-adaptation/.239769

Crunchyroll Reveals English Dub Casts for New Seasons of Mushoku Tensei, 100 Girlfriends, You and I Are Polar Opposites

English dubs for all 3 series debut on Sunday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-19/crunchyroll-reveals-english-dub-casts-for-new-seasons-of-mushoku-tensei-100-girlfriends-you-and-i-/.239751

KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE ‒ Episodes 1-3

In between the romantic pratfalls, Kaiju Girl Caramelise uses monstrosity as a metaphor that manages to both cut wide and cut deep.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/kaiju-girl-caramelise/episodes-1-3/.239743

Tune in to the Midnight Heart Anime's 2nd Season Reveals More Cast, 2027 Debut

Ami Koshimizu, Kaede Hondo join cast as Arisu's sisters

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-18/tune-in-to-the-midnight-heart-anime-2nd-season-reveals-more-cast-2027-debut/.239746

Final Fantasy XIV Game's Mobile Version to End Service in China on September 30

Game's planned global version also seemingly canceled as Square Enix, Tencent terminate licensing agreement

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-18/final-fantasy-xiv-game-mobile-version-to-end-service-in-china-on-september-30/.239748

Manga Plus Adds Tabireco's Baby Road Trippers Manga

Manga launched in August 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-17/manga-plus-adds-tabireco-baby-road-trippers-manga/.239713

I'm Dating a Dark Summoner Anime's Teaser Video Reveals More Staff

Anime premieres in October, with HIDIVE streaming

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-17/im-dating-a-dark-summoner-anime-teaser-video-reveals-more-staff/.239715

MediaOCD Adds Kiss×sis, Monster Rancher, Sonic X Anime, More Titles to Discotek Deep Dives Project

Also: Mazinger Z, Marmalade Boy, Ultimate Muscle, more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-16/mediaocd-adds-kiss-sis-monster-rancher-sonic-x-anime-more-titles-to-discotek-deep-dives-project/.239656

Live-Action The Samurai and the Prisoner Film Drops to #5, SHIBOYUGI: Cloudy Beach Debuts at #11 in Japan

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie rejoins list at #9, 29th Detective Conan film at #10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-16/live-action-the-samurai-and-the-prisoner-film-drops-to-no.5-shiboyugi-cloudy-beach-debuts-at-no.11-/.239560

AnimeJapan 2027 Takes Place on March 26-28, With 1 Business Day and Public Day Overlapping

Event at Intex Osaka will also hold 1st business day before public days for 1st time since 2018

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-16/animejapan-2027-takes-place-on-march-26-28-with-1-business-day-and-public-day-overlapping/.239682

One Piece (2026-) ‒ Episode 1169

Probably 25% of the episode’s runtime is Nami making an absurd face at the nonsense her captain and others are getting up to, but that’s not a bad thing.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/one-piece/episode-1169/.239607

Mercedes and the Waning Moon Anime Reveals TV Format, 1st Promo Video, Cast & Staff Members, January 2027 Debut

Anna Nagase stars as titular Mercedes

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-15/mercedes-and-the-waning-moon-anime-reveals-tv-format-1st-promo-video-cast-and-staff-members-january-/.239587

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 ‒ Episodes 14-15

Much as I enjoy longer story arcs, these two episodes are important. They give the characters time to breathe, but also to showcase their growth and development.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4/episodes-14-15/.239561

From Far Away TV Anime's Teaser Video Reveals Main Cast & Staff Members, October 4 Debut

Tomoyo Kurosawa, Kentarō Kumagai, Yūichirō Umehara, Eiji Takeuchi star in Studio Deen anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-14/from-far-away-tv-anime-teaser-video-reveals-main-cast-and-staff-members-october-4-debut/.239580

ippatu's Tsugumi Project Manga Gets TV Anime

Postapocalyptic action manga serialized in Japan from 2021-2023

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-14/ippatu-tsugumi-project-manga-gets-tv-anime/.239577

Umihoshi Nanai's Kizuguchi to Hōtai Manga Gets TV Anime in January 2027

J.C. Staff animates romantic comedy series about daughter of yakuza boss, her caretaker

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-13/umihoshi-nanai-kizuguchi-to-hotai-manga-gets-tv-anime-in-january-2027/.239555

Kōji Miura's Blue Box Manga Ends

Series that debuted in 2021 has 10 million copies in circulation

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-13/koji-miura-blue-box-manga-ends/.239547

Girls Band Bandwidth: How BanG Dream! YUME∞MITA's Use of Streamers and Social Media Brings Its Story Into the Future

The internet is cornerstone of the modern entertainment complex. Creators wanting to get their work out cannot merely be adept in their craft—they must also be able to navigate the multiplicitous lanes and uncertain signage of the information superhighway. So it must go as well for the girls bands in the BanG Dream! franchise, with this season's YUME∞MITA being heavily based in that space.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/advertorial/2026-07-12/girls-band-bandwidth-how-bang-dream-yume-mita-use-of-streamers-and-social-media-brings-its-story-/.239495

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Game Review

A competent and extremely promising first outing, Millennium Tales doesn't overstay its welcome, is a bit too chatty, feels great to play, but it needs just the tiniest kick in the pants.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/game/nintendo-switch-2/the-adventures-of-elliot/the-millennium-tales/.239170

Kiki's Delivery Service Illustrator Akiko Hayashi Dies at 81

Hayashi illustrated many children's books including Miki's First Errand, There's a Hippo in My Bath!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-11/kiki-delivery-service-illustrator-akiko-hayashi-dies-at-81/.239527

AIC Wins Legal Battle to Return as Shareholder of AIC Rights

Lawsuit began in 2021, was appealed 2 times

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-06/aic-wins-legal-battle-to-return-as-shareholder-of-aic-rights/.239366

Icheon City Government Launches AI-Generated Webtoon Contest

Submissions are open until August 14 in 3 divisions: elementary school, middle & high school, general

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-11/icheon-city-government-launches-ai-generated-webtoon-contest/.239518

Anime Expo Sets New Record of 422,000 Turnstile Attendees

Next year's event to be held on July 2-5

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-11/anime-expo-sets-new-record-of-422000-turnstile-attendees/.239520

Crunchyroll Reveals Cast, Staff for Same-Day English Dub of Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life Anime

Kelly Greenshield, Mauricio Ortiz-Segura star in dub debuting on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-11/crunchyroll-reveals-cast-staff-for-same-day-english-dub-of-hanaori-san-still-wants-to-fight-in-the-/.239521

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Anime's 2nd Part Debuts in October

2nd part also previewed in promo video

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-10/chitose-is-in-the-ramune-bottle-anime-2nd-part-debuts-in-october/.239494

Crunchyroll Streams Same-Day English Dub for 'Goodbye, Lara' Anime

Brianna Knickerbocker, Anairis Quiñones, more star in dub

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-10/crunchyroll-streams-same-day-english-dub-for-goodbye-lara-anime/.239344

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Manga Tops Oricon's Monthly Comic Ranking for June 2026

Chainsaw Man manga's final volume ranks 2nd, Dandadan ranks 3rd

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-09/that-time-i-got-reincarnated-as-a-slime-manga-tops-oricon-monthly-comic-ranking-for-june-2026/.239351

Live-Action Koi o Suru Nara Nidome ga Jōtō Series Gets 2nd Season

Makoto Hasegawa, Robin Furuya reprise roles in 2nd season debuting in September 1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-09/live-action-koi-o-suru-nara-nidome-ga-joto-series-gets-2nd-season/.239408

Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia Anime's 'Mongolia Arc' Video Reveals More Cast

Misaki Kuno, Ayaka Asai, Mayumi Shintani join anime's cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-08/jaadugar-a-witch-in-mongolia-anime-mongolia-arc-video-reveals-more-cast/.239422

An Observation Log of My Fiancée Who Calls Herself a Villainess Anime Series Review

It’s the really fun dynamic between the central trio that keeps the show bounding along so entertainingly.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/an-observation-log-of-my-fiancee-who-calls-herself-a-villainess-anime-series/.238750

Jun Wakatsuki's Promise Me the Spotlight Manga Gets TV Anime

Manga, about diehard fan's goal to make his favorite idol the center of her group, launched in 2022

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-08/jun-wakatsuki-promise-me-the-spotlight-manga-gets-tv-anime/.239418

Red River Anime Casts Minami Takayama, Kazuhiko Inoue as Yuri's Parents

Takayama, Inoue previously played main pair Yuri, Kail in drama CD for manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-08/red-river-anime-casts-minami-takayama-kazuhiko-inoue-as-yuri-parents/.239413

Looking For Anime Merch? Get It All In One Place!

Official licensed goods used to be scattered across dozens of stores and buried among bootlegs and knockoffs. But this one shop brings it all together.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/advertorial/2026-06-29/looking-for-anime-merch-get-it-all-in-one-place/.239108

Witch on the Holy Night Anime Film Announces November 20 Premiere

Haruka Tomatsu, Kana Hanazawa, Yūsuke Kobayashi star in film based on Type-Moon's visual novel PC game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-07/witch-on-the-holy-night-anime-film-announces-november-20-premiere/.239361

The Demons Are Planning Something Good Anime Reveals Cast, More Staff, 2027 TV Debut

Junichi Suwabe, Wakana Kuramochi, Haruka Shiraishi star in fantasy comedy manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-07/the-demons-are-planning-something-good-anime-reveals-cast-more-staff-2027-tv-debut/.239371

Hundred Scenes of AWAJIMA ‒ Episodes 11-12

Awajima does not exist. But similar schools, similar students, and similar stories exist in Japan and abroad, and their truths can resonate with Shimura's fiction. I know mine has.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/hundred-scenes-of-awajima/episodes-11-12/.239331

My Girlfriend's Friend TV Anime Reveals Teaser Video, More Staff Members

Anime debuts in October

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-06/my-girlfriend-friend-tv-anime-reveals-teaser-video-more-staff-members/.239359

Shinya Komi's Sora o Matotte Manga Ends on July 15

Komi launched manga in May 2023

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-06/shinya-komi-sora-o-matotte-manga-ends-on-july-15/.239348

Mononoke Franchise Reveals New Project Featuring New Medicine Seller

Mononoke stage plays' star Hirofumi Araki voices new Medicine Seller "Ken no Tsurugi"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-05/mononoke-franchise-reveals-new-project-featuring-new-medicine-seller/.239324

Reborn as a Space Mercenary Anime Reveals Theme Song Artists

FLOW performs opening song "Unstoppable," Asterism performs ending song "My Way"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-05/reborn-as-a-space-mercenary-anime-reveals-theme-song-artists/.239315

Chillin' in Another World With Level 2 Super Cheat Powers Anime Gets 2nd Season

1st season premiered in April 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-04/chillin-in-another-world-with-level-2-super-cheat-powers-anime-gets-2nd-season/.239287

Manga Licensing Is An Exercise In Empathy

"99.99% of the people working in the manga field are doing it because [they] love it. There’s a certain gentle madness you need to have."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2026/all-the-news-and-reviews-from-anime-expo/manga-licensing-is-an-exercise-in-empathy/.239269

Full Clearing Another World under a Goddess with Zero Believers Anime Reveals Cast, Staff, October Debut

Sōhei Horikane, Ikumi Hasegawa play 2 main cast members

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-04/full-clearing-another-world-under-a-goddess-with-zero-believers-anime-reveals-cast-staff-october-/.239280

Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond Short Animated Film Revealed in Sneak Peek Video

Short film celebrates 35 years of Sonic the Hedgehog

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-04/sonic-the-hedgehog-memories-and-beyond-short-animated-film-revealed-in-sneak-peek-video/.239283

Anime Expo 2026: The Traveling Maestro Yoko Kanno

"Whether it's anime or any other kind of work, I want to create pieces that touch the lives of the people who listen to them."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2026/all-the-news-and-reviews-from-anime-expo/anime-expo-the-traveling-maestro-yoko-kanno/.239000

Writer Damu Amato, Illustrator Shirabii's Heir to a Monstermancer Novel Series Gets TV Anime

Manaka Iwami, Chiaki Kobayashi, Akio Ōtsuka star in project No.9 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-03/writer-damu-amato-illustrator-shirabii-heir-to-a-monstermancer-novel-series-gets-tv-anime/.239218

Skeleton Knight in Another World Anime Season 2 Reveals Cast for Same-Day English Dub

English dub premieres on July 4 along with 2nd season's debut

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-03/skeleton-knight-in-another-world-anime-season-2-reveals-cast-for-same-day-english-dub/.239247

Mebius Dust Anime Reveals 5 More Cast Members

Kanon Amane, Kensho Uesugi, Shōta Hayama, Kō Bonkobara, Genta Nakamura join cast of July 9 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-02/mebius-dust-anime-reveals-5-more-cast-members/.239209

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Game Moves Release Date Forward to September 4

Game was previously set to debut on September 25

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-02/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-game-moves-release-date-forward-to-september-4/.239213

Madhouse Reveals 'ghost' Original Anime Film's Teaser, Full Title, February 11, 2027 Debut

ghost – end of night film also reveals song artists hitsujibungaku, manga adaptation launching on August 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-01/madhouse-reveals-ghost-original-anime-film-teaser-full-title-february-11-2027-debut/.239177

Hidenori Yamaji's Soara and the House of Monsters Manga Gets TV Anime in 2027

Ikumi Hasegawa, Ayumu Murase star in FelixFilm anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-01/hidenori-yamaji-soara-and-the-house-of-monsters-manga-gets-tv-anime-in-2027/.239175

Saga of Tanya the Evil II Anime's 2nd Trailer Previews Theme Songs, Reveals New Cast Member

Eiji Hanawa joins cast of July 8 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-07-01/saga-of-tanya-the-evil-ii-anime-2nd-trailer-previews-theme-songs-reveals-new-cast-member/.239174

This Week in Anime - Attack of the 50 Foot Women

There's just something about a woman who could squish you. Sylvia and Chris run down (up?) some of the giantesses of anime.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2026-06-30/.239125

Bananya Franchise Confirms New 10th Anniversary Anime Debuting on July 10

Yūki Kaji, Ayumu Murase returns for new Bananya At Home Party series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-06-30/bananya-franchise-confirms-new-10th-anniversary-anime-debuting-on-july-10/.239130