Nintendo Raises Switch 2 Console Prices in Japan, U.S., Canada, Europe

Nintendo also raises Switch prices, Switch Online prices in Japan

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-08/nintendo-raises-switch-2-console-prices-in-japan-u.s-canada-europe/.237182

Tokyo 7th Sisters Idol Raising Smartphone Game Ends Service After 12 Years

Game launched in 2014, inspired 2021 anime film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-08/tokyo-7th-sisters-idol-raising-smartphone-game-ends-service-after-12-years/.237169

Steins;Gate Re:Boot Game Reveals August 20 Release

Game will launch for PS4, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-07/steins-gate-re-boot-game-reveals-august-20-release/.237154

Seven Seas Licenses Record of Chrono's War, The Dangers in My Heart Spinoff, 7 More Titles

Also licensed: A Serious Error in Chihaya-chan's Reputation, The Horizon Will Soon Shine, The Clingy New Hire Keeps Asking Me Out, more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-07/seven-seas-licenses-record-of-chrono-war-the-dangers-in-my-heart-spinoff-7-more-titles/.237136

Exploring the DAN DA DAN Exhibit: Can You Outlast the Paranormal Exhibition

While fans must wait until 2027 for the third season, they can stave off their need for DAN DA DAN at the DAN DA DAN Exhibition taking place at Matsuya Ginza between April 22 and May 11.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2026-05-05/exploring-the-dan-da-dan-exhibit-can-you-outlast-the-paranormal-exhibition/.236967

Akane-banashi ‒ Episode 5

This time, we have a very intimate view into how Akane’s performance can impact one individual that she isn’t even 100% aware of in the audience.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/akane-banashi/episode-5/.237110

New Hokuto no Ken -Fist of the North Star- Anime Casts Takanori Hoshino

Hoshino voices GOLAN's leader Colonel in episode 7 on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-06/new-hokuto-no-ken-fist-of-the-north-star-anime-casts-takanori-hoshino/.237117

Ramparts of Ice ‒ Episode 5

A series that deals with the emotional fallout of a bad breakup? That’s unique and interesting.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/ramparts-of-ice/episode-5/.237080

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 ‒ Episode 5

The music festival has become more than just the Misfit Class’ last chance to hold onto Royal One. It’s their chance to let Purson shine in his own way and for Purson to stand up for who he wants to be.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4/episode-5/.237068

Tekken 8 Game Reveals Gameplay Trailer for DLC Character Kunimitsu

Kunimitsu launches on Early Access on May 28 in Japan, May 27 in U.S.; launches generally on June 2 in Japan, June 1 in U.S.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-04/tekken-8-game-reveals-gameplay-trailer-for-dlc-character-kunimitsu/.237041

The Forsaken Saintess and Her Foodie Roadtrip in Another World TV Anime Reveals Opening Theme Artist

Girl group INUWASI performs "Butterfly" opening song for July anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-04/the-forsaken-saintess-and-her-foodie-roadtrip-in-another-world-tv-anime-reveals-opening-theme-artist/.237055

Yumi's Cells Webtoon Sees 13-Fold Increase in Views Following Season 3 Release

Increase has been particularly pronounced among women in 20s, 30s

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-03/yumi-cells-webtoon-sees-13-fold-increase-in-views-following-season-3-release/.237031

Crunchyroll Adds Galaxy Kickoff!! Soccer TV Anime

2012 anime centers on boy who starts new team after soccer club breaks up

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-03/crunchyroll-adds-galaxy-kickoff-soccer-tv-anime/.237026

Tezuka: God of Manga Documentary Film Streams Trailer

Director Jason Andrew Cohn, Bread & Butter Films to launch Kickstarter campaign for feature-length documentary about Osamu Tezuka

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-03/tezuka-god-of-manga-documentary-film-streams-trailer/.237018

The Quintessential Quintuplets Franchise Gets New TV Anime, New Original Video Anime

TV anime of sequel novel, OVA of previously unanimated manga chapters

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-02/the-quintessential-quintuplets-franchise-gets-new-tv-anime-new-original-video-anime/.237016

Korea's Largest Illegal Webtoon Site Newtoki Shuts Down Ahead of Crackdown

Operator of Newtoki announced all affiliated platforms would cease operations

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-02/korea-largest-illegal-webtoon-site-newtoki-shuts-down-ahead-of-crackdown/.236871

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Game to Add Mr. Karate as DLC Character

Character launches in May as part of game's Season Pass 2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-02/fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves-game-to-add-mr-karate-as-dlc-character/.237013

Melty Blood:Twi-Lumina 2D Fighter Game Revealed for Release in Early 2027

Game to launch for PS5/4, Switch 2/Switch, Xbox One, PC via Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-02/melty-blood-twi-lumina-2d-fighter-game-revealed-for-release-in-early-2027/.237011

'100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You' Season 3 Slated for July 5

The website for the third television anime season based on Rikito Nakamura and Yukiko Nozawa's The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really,...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2026-05-01/100-girlfriends-who-really-really-really-really-really-love-you-season-3-slated-for-july-5/.236993

A Livid Lady's Guide to Getting Even Anime Announces More Cast, Song Info, AX Preview

Ikumi Hasegawa, Yui Ogura, Ayumi Uehara co-star with songs by Ogura, Aguri Onishi

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-01/a-livid-lady-guide-to-getting-even-anime-announces-more-cast-song-info-ax-preview/.236991

Dinners with My Darling Fantasy Romance Manga Has Anime in the Works

Anime adapts Toi Ishino's manga based on Mugi Mameta's novel series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-01/dinners-with-my-darling-fantasy-romance-manga-has-anime-in-the-works/.236990

Always a Catch! ‒ Episode 5

This girl has been positively spoiling for a fight in the only positive use of the expression I’ve ever seen.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/always-a-catch/episode-5/.236930

Madoka Magica -Walpurgisnacht: Rising- Anime Film's 3rd Trailer Reveals 2 New Magical Girls, More Staff

Shion Wakayama, Tomoyo Kurosawa voice new magical girls Shichōka, Selma Therese

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-30/madoka-magica-walpurgisnacht-rising-anime-film-3rd-trailer-reveals-2-new-magical-girls-more-staff/.236960

Webtoon, Kadokawa Launch Studio White for Webcomics Starting With Lodoss Spinoff

Sword Art Online, Slayers, The Familiar of Zero also teased for original webcomics

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-30/webtoon-kadokawa-launch-studio-white-for-webcomics-starting-with-lodoss-spinoff/.236945

Gou Tanabe Launches Manga of H.P. Lovecraft's The Case of Charles Dexter Ward Novella

Manga debuted on April 1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-29/gou-tanabe-launches-manga-of-h.p-lovecraft-the-case-of-charles-dexter-ward-novella/.236944

A New Dawn, The Obsessed, Peleliu, We Are Aliens, More Films to Play at Annecy

A New Dawn, The Obsessed, Peleliu compete in "Contrechamp" section

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-29/a-new-dawn-the-obsessed-peleliu-we-are-aliens-more-films-to-play-at-annecy/.236906

New Hokuto no Ken -Fist of the North Star- Anime Casts Jirō Saitō

Saitō voices GOLAN's deputy leader in episode 6 on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-29/new-hokuto-no-ken-fist-of-the-north-star-anime-casts-jiro-saito/.236915

Gundam Creator Yoshiyuki Tomino, Manga Creator Machiko Satonaka Inducted Into Order of the Rising Sun

Anime director, shōjo manga pioneer to receive honor on May 12

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-29/gundam-creator-yoshiyuki-tomino-manga-creator-machiko-satonaka-inducted-into-order-of-the-rising-sun/.236913

Ushiro no Shōmen Kamui-san TV Anime's Teaser Unveils Main Cast & Staff, July Debut

Tomokazu Sugita star as titular psychic Kamui

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-28/ushiro-no-shomen-kamui-san-tv-anime-teaser-unveils-main-cast-and-staff-july-debut/.236874

Clevatess II Anime's 2nd Video Unveils More Cast, Myth & Roid's Ending Song

MYTH & ROID perform "Awake Anew" ending song

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-28/clevatess-ii-anime-2nd-video-unveils-more-cast-myth-and-roid-ending-song/.236875

Japan's Government Panel Moves to Protect Voices From Unauthorized Generative AI Use

Ministry of Justice expert panel: Voices fall in same category as portrait rights, publicity rights

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-04-27/japan-government-panel-moves-to-protect-voices-from-unauthorized-generative-ai-use/.236785

Crunchyroll to Stream Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You, 4 More 2026 Anime; Reveals English Dub Cast for Wistoria Season 2

Crunchyroll to also stream Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life, Reborn as a Space Mercenary, 2 more anime this year, 2nd season of The World's Finest Assassin in 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-27/crunchyroll-to-stream-smoking-behind-the-supermarket-with-you-4-more-2026-anime-reveals-english-dub-/.236806

My First Girlfriend Is a Gal Manga Goes on Hiatus Due to Creator's Paternity Leave

Meguru Ueno slated to resume manga in late July

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-27/my-first-girlfriend-is-a-gal-manga-goes-on-hiatus-due-to-creator-paternity-leave/.236810

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

While it might horrify the class that Iruma makes it a whole performance complete with a love letter, he’s doing for Elizabetta what he did for Clara and Purson and tried to do for Kiriwo: he’s seeing her.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4/episode-4/.236789

Lonely Deaths Lie Thick as Snow Manga Ends in Next Volume

13th volume ships in August

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-26/lonely-deaths-lie-thick-as-snow-manga-ends-in-next-volume/.236795

RuriDragon Manga Delays Next Chapter to June

Manga was originally slated to return from hiatus on Monday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-26/ruridragon-manga-delays-next-chapter-to-june/.236802

Fahrenheit 213, Gianty Reveal Lunar Pulse Game

Single-player roguelite card game to launch on Steam in 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-25/fahrenheit-213-gianty-reveal-lunar-pulse-game/.236779

Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! ‒ Episode 5

Wow, this episode sure gave me a lot of whiplash.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/go-for-it-nakamura-kun/episode-5/.236768

My Hero Academia Anime's Bonus Episode 'More' Previewed in Trailer

Bonus episode to air on May 2, will stream on Crunchyroll

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-25/my-hero-academia-anime-bonus-episode-more-previewed-in-trailer/.236784

Kohske's Gangsta. Manga Resumes in July

Kohske has been undergoing medical treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-24/kohske-gangsta-manga-resumes-in-july/.236751

Kodama Tales Licenses Hisae Iwaoka's The Magical Forest of Hoshigahara Manga

Manga to begin releasing in English in November

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-24/kodama-tales-licenses-hisae-iwaoka-the-magical-forest-of-hoshigahara-manga/.236738

HIDIVE Streams Farming Life in Another World 2 Anime's English Dub on May 1

Anime premiered on April 6

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-24/hidive-streams-farming-life-in-another-world-2-anime-english-dub-on-may-1/.236742

'In So Deep, It's Love Already' Manga Gets Side Story Chapter

Main manga also ended on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-23/in-so-deep-its-love-already-manga-gets-side-story-chapter/.236694

Gachiakuta Creator Kei Urana Addresses Manga Piracy

Urana: “To help people, who cannot afford to buy it or who do not have access to it, enjoy these works, Ando and I have been discussing this for a long time. I cannot share details yet, but [we are exploring many ideas]."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-04-23/gachiakuta-creator-kei-urana-addresses-manga-piracy/.236671

Manga Author Keiko Takemiya Talks Toward the Terra and Its Deeper Meanings

"I grew up reading shōnen manga and didn't read much shōjo manga, so I felt there was potential in being able to draw for a shōnen magazine. I didn't want to miss my chance."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2026-03-18/manga-author-keiko-takemiya-talks-toward-the-terra-and-its-deeper-meanings/.235472

MARRIAGETOXIN ‒ Episode 3

Even with how much his anti-social tendencies have been played for laughs, these looks into Gero's past make it clear that the way he was raised ended up emotionally stunting him in ways he's only just now starting to realize.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/marriagetoxin/episode-3/.236655

Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky Anime's 2nd Video Reveals Musical Composer, Ending Song, July 6 Debut

Harumi Fuuki composes music; FRUITS ZIPPER idol Yui Sakurai performs "Hikari" ending song

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-22/love-unseen-beneath-the-clear-night-sky-anime-2nd-video-reveals-musical-composer-ending-song-july-6-/.236668

Trapped in a Dating Sim 2 Anime's 1st Promo Video Unveils July Debut

1st key visual, new character visuals also revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-22/trapped-in-a-dating-sim-2-anime-1st-promo-video-unveils-july-debut/.236664

Witch Hat Atelier ‒ Episode 4

As with the first three episodes, this one does a beautiful job of providing little details that you barely even notice.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/witch-hat-atelier/episode-4/.236595

Visual Arts Company Unveils New Visual Novel Brand With 3 Games

VISUAL ARTS Scripts brand to launch Sayagatari -Promise of the Cursed Blade- this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-21/visual-arts-company-unveils-new-visual-novel-brand-with-3-games/.236623

I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand Anime Unveils 3 Cast Members

Wakana Maruoka, Yuuki Terui, Akari Miyazaki join cast of July anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-21/i-became-a-legend-after-my-10-year-long-last-stand-anime-unveils-3-cast-members/.236620

Nikumaru's Kōshiki Furin Manga Ends in 3 Chapters

Manga launched on February 24

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-20/nikumaru-koshiki-furin-manga-ends-in-3-chapters/.236579

World's End Harem: Fantasia Spinoff Manga Ends on April 26

Manga went on hiatus in September 2024, returned on February 15

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-20/world-end-harem-fantasia-spinoff-manga-ends-on-april-26/.236561

ChaO Anime Film Earns US$112,000 in U.S. Box Office

Film earned US$70,254 in its first 3 days in U.S.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-20/chao-anime-film-earns-usd112000-in-u.s-box-office/.236559

Japan's Video Game Rankings, April 6-12

Pokémon Pokopia stays at #1 for 6 weeks straight; Starfield debuts at #3

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-19/japan-video-game-rankings-april-6-12/.236553

Korea Cartoonists Association to Hold Webtoon Forum on Cyberbullying, Mental Health

Webtoon artists like Super Pink, Raha Lee will present at event on April 24

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-19/korea-cartoonists-association-to-hold-webtoon-forum-on-cyberbullying-mental-health/.236514

'Covet the Scholar, Princess' Webtoon Confirmed for Live-Action Adaptation

Historical romance series combines palace intrigue with political drama

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-19/covet-the-scholar-princess-webtoon-confirmed-for-live-action-adaptation/.236517

Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Game Launches Open Beta Test Next Week

Game's 7-minute introduction trailer also streamed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-19/granblue-fantasy-relink-endless-ragnarok-game-launches-open-beta-test-next-week/.236543

Anime Expo Hosts Livetune, TeddyLoid, Kazuo Maekawa, karory

Con hosts "JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID Powered by DWANGO" event on July 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-18/anime-expo-hosts-livetune-teddyloid-kazuo-maekawa-karory/.236520

Crunchyroll Reveals English Dub Cast, Staff for Mistress Kanan is Devilishly Easy, Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3 Anime

Both dubs debut on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-18/crunchyroll-reveals-english-dub-cast-staff-for-mistress-kanan-is-devilishly-easy-ascendance-of-a-/.236519

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Game Wins BAFTA Award

Game was nominated for 7 awards

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-18/death-stranding-2-on-the-beach-game-wins-bafta-award/.236516

Love Live! Hasu no Sora Jōgakuin School Idol Club Film's Full Trailer Posted

Trailer highlights Maika, Aoi filming "Bloom Garden Party"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-17/love-live-hasu-no-sora-jogakuin-school-idol-club-film-full-trailer-posted/.236493

13 Junji Ito Manga Stories Get Live-Action Omnibus Series on July 3

"Lovesickness," "The Mansion of Phantom Pain, "The Rib Woman," more stores to be adapted

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-17/13-junji-ito-manga-stories-get-live-action-omnibus-series-on-july-3/.236488

Dragon Quest Smash/Grow Mobile Game Announces April 21 Worldwide Launch

Opening trailer from Kamikaze Douga streamed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-16/dragon-quest-smash-grow-mobile-game-announces-april-21-worldwide-launch/.236421

Reborn as a Vending Machine Season 3 Unveils English Dub's Cast, April 15 Launch

Garret Storms, Emily Neves, Elizabeth Maxwell, others star in English dub

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-15/reborn-as-a-vending-machine-season-3-unveils-english-dub-cast-april-15-launch/.236387

Future GPX Cyber Formula Series Gets New Short Anime Sequel, Game

Promo video, visual commemorates series' 35th anniversary

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-15/future-gpx-cyber-formula-series-gets-new-short-anime-sequel-game/.236374

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4 Cancels May 1 Airing

Broadcast canceled due to scheduling reasons

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-14/that-time-i-got-reincarnated-as-a-slime-season-4-cancels-may-1-airing/.236369

Grandgear Film by Godzilla -1.0's Takashi Yamazaki Opens in February 2028 With 'Kaiju Robots'

Filming for Yamazaki's 1st English-language film starts soon

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-14/grandgear-film-by-godzilla-1.0-takashi-yamazaki-opens-in-february-2028-with-kaiju-robots/.236366

Sony Pictures Produces Animated Film of Bloodborne Game

YouTuber jacksepticeye co-produces film of FromSoftware game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-14/sony-pictures-produces-animated-film-of-bloodborne-game/.236365

Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway Anime Film Sets New 3-Day Opening Record for Franchise

Film sells 2,318,009 tickets to earn 3,502,137,800 yen in 1st 3 days, breaking Detective Conan: One-eyed Flashback film's record last year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-13/detective-conan-fallen-angel-of-the-highway-anime-film-sets-new-3-day-opening-record-for-franchise/.236334

Mujina Into the Deep Manga Ends 1st Season, Returns with Season 2 in 2027

Manga launched in 2023, 1st season entered "final battle" on January 9

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-13/mujina-into-the-deep-manga-ends-1st-season-returns-with-season-2-in-2027/.236313

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Crosses US$308 Million in U.S., US$628 Million Worldwide

Film grosses US$69,000,000 in the U.S. in 2nd weekend

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-13/the-super-mario-galaxy-movie-crosses-usd308-million-in-u.s-usd628-million-worldwide/.236316

Kill Blue Anime Gets Same-Day English Dub

Bang Zoom! produces dub for anime that premiered on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-12/kill-blue-anime-gets-same-day-english-dub/.236308

Inazuma Eleven Cross Game Launches for iOS, Android in June

Smartphone game to be free-to-play with in-app purchases

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-12/inazuma-eleven-cross-game-launches-for-ios-android-in-june/.236302

Inazuma Eleven RE, Decapolice Games to Both Additionally Release for Switch 2

Inazuma Eleven RE drops PS4 release; DECAPOLICE drops Switch, PS4 release

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-12/inazuma-eleven-re-decapolice-games-to-both-additionally-release-for-switch-2/.236298

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, March 30-April 5

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 4 premiere ranks at #4, One Piece resumes at #6, Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3 at #7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-11/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-march-30-april-5/.236268

Actors Mackenyu, Tetsuo Kurata, Author Eiko Kadono Attend Anime NYC 2026 as Guests

Convention takes place from August 20 through August 23 at Javits Convention Center

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-11/actors-mackenyu-tetsuo-kurata-author-eiko-kadono-attend-anime-nyc-2026-as-guests/.236292

Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway Anime Film Earns 1.13 Billion Yen on Opening Day

Film sets new 1st day record for franchise

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-11/detective-conan-fallen-angel-of-the-highway-anime-film-earns-1.13-billion-yen-on-opening-day/.236293

Manta Adds Japanese Manga Titles to Its Platform

List includes Wind Breaker, Medalist, and The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-11/manta-adds-japanese-manga-titles-to-its-platform/.236291

Dark Machine The Animation Series Reveals More Cast

Kazuyuki Okitsu, Ryōta Suzuki, more join cast for anime debuting this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-10/dark-machine-the-animation-series-reveals-more-cast/.236270

WIT Studio Apologizes for Using Generative AI in Opening Sequence of Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3 Anime

Studio will redraw cuts, replace opening sequence with "completed version" starting with 2nd episode

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-10/wit-studio-apologizes-for-using-generative-ai-in-opening-sequence-of-ascendance-of-a-bookworm-part-/.236271

Netflix Delays Live-Action 'Viral Hit' Series by 2 Weeks to June 11

Japanese live-action adaptation of Korean webtoon series to star Ōji Suzuka

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-10/netflix-delays-live-action-viral-hit-series-by-2-weeks-to-june-11/.236259

New Date A Live Anime Unveils Title, Staff, Returning Cast

Junji Nishimura helms Date a Live F Last Date at Fugaku

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-10/new-date-a-live-anime-unveils-title-staff-returning-cast/.236258

This Week in Anime - Steel Ball to the Wall (This Fall)

What is going on with Steel Ball Run's streaming debut? Lucas and Chris find out.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2026-04-09/.236215

Joon-ik Lee to Direct Short-Form Live-Action Series Adaptation of Father's Home Meal Webtoon

Series follows family whose dynamics shift after mother is no longer able to cook, leading her husband to take on role for 1st time

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-09/joon-ik-lee-to-direct-short-form-live-action-series-adaptation-of-father-home-meal-webtoon/.236212

Mamamoo's Solar Releases Song for Webtoon-Based Live-Action Film Everyday We Are

Everyday We Are is widely known as final film of late actress Sae-ron Kim

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-09/mamamoo-solar-releases-song-for-webtoon-based-live-action-film-everyday-we-are/.236177

3rd Mononoke Film's 2nd Trailer Reveals Aina The End's Theme Song, More Cast

Final film in trilogy opens in Japan on May 29

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-09/3rd-mononoke-film-2nd-trailer-reveals-aina-the-end-theme-song-more-cast/.236241

Sunrise Animates McDonald's New Gundam Ads

And introduces the new RX-78-2 Gundam Chicken Tatsuta Custom

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-04-09/sunrise-animates-mcdonald-new-gundam-ads/.236229

2026 Doraemon Film Stays at #1, The Ogre's Bride Live-Action Film Drops to #4 in Japan

Cosmic Princess Kaguya! back at #5, Poupelle of Chimney Town sequel anime film drops to #7, 2nd live-action Golden Kamuy film drops to #8, Assassination Classroom the Movie drops to #9

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-09/2026-doraemon-film-stays-at-no.1-the-ogre-bride-live-action-film-drops-to-no.4-in-japan/.236153

Shō 3 Ashibe QQ Goma-chan Anime Casts Kazuyuki Okitsu, Fumiko Orikasa

Okitsu, Orikasa voice parents of boy with baby seal in April 12 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-08/sho-3-ashibe-qq-goma-chan-anime-casts-kazuyuki-okitsu-fumiko-orikasa/.236213

Exit 8 Star Recreates Anomaly in New York Subways on Wednesday

Can you escape the real-life Exit 8?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-04-08/exit-8-star-recreates-anomaly-in-new-york-subways-on-wednesday/.236217

The One Piece Anime Remake Teases Designs, Concept Art in Video

Wit Studio revisits story "starting from" East Blue Saga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-08/the-one-piece-anime-remake-teases-designs-concept-art-in-video/.236208

MiSK Foundation's Investment Company EGDC Increases Stake in CAPCOM to 6%

Saudi company acquired 32,186,900 CAPCOM shares or 6.04%, an increase from 5.03%

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-07/misk-foundation-investment-company-egdc-increases-stake-in-capcom-to-6-percent/.236191

'As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill' Season 3's New Video Reveals Updated Staff, Fall Debut

Director Takao Kato returns at Studio Mother with promoted head wrier Daisuke Ōhigashi

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-07/as-a-reincarnated-aristocrat-ill-use-my-appraisal-skill-season-3-new-video-reveals-updated-staff-/.236194

Kill Blue Anime Starts Streaming on Multiple Platforms in N. America on April 11

Anime streams on Netflix, Crunchyroll, Amazon, Rakuten Viki, Plex, It's Anime, more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-07/kill-blue-anime-starts-streaming-on-multiple-platforms-in-n-america-on-april-11/.236186

5th Live-Action Kingdom Film Casts Aju Makita, Mizuki Yamashita

Film opens in Japan on July 17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-06/5th-live-action-kingdom-film-casts-aju-makita-mizuki-yamashita/.236137

WEBTOON, Blizzard Launch Overwatch: Undivided Webcomic

Overwatch: Undivided will run for total of 40 episodes

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-06/webtoon-blizzard-launch-overwatch-undivided-webcomic/.236128

Japan's Video Game Rankings, March 23-29

Pokémon Pokopia stays at #1 for 4 weeks straight; Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection debuts at #2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-05/japan-video-game-rankings-march-23-29/.236107

Japan's Video Game Rankings, March 16-22

Crimson Desert PS5 version debuts at #2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-05/japan-video-game-rankings-march-16-22/.236105

86's Asato Asato Launches New Light Novel Series in June

necomi draws illustrations, Imari Ozaki draws worldview illustrations for "spiritual techniques x near future action" story

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-05/86-asato-asato-launches-new-light-novel-series-in-june/.236092

Inklore Announces New Titles, Previews at Anime Boston

Company reveals licenses of Her Tale of Shim Chong, The Red Sleeve

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-05/inklore-announces-new-titles-previews-at-anime-boston/.236104

Oshi no Ko Volumes 9-10 Manga Review

It’s painful to read this flawed yet sympathetic character slide further towards self-destruction, but that’s all part of the dark appeal of Oshi no Ko.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/oshi-no-ko-volumes-9-10-manga/.234208

Let Me Fix You Yuri Manga Gets Short Anime

Anime based on Sakura Kurihara's Kimi o Tsumugu manga streams on YouTube in May

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-04/let-me-fix-you-yuri-manga-gets-short-anime/.236081

Scum of the Brave Anime's New Video Unveils More Cast, New Theme Songs

Tomokazu Sugita, Ayumu Murase join cast with new songs by ClariS, w.o.d.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-04/scum-of-the-brave-anime-new-video-unveils-more-cast-new-theme-songs/.236094

Kamen Rider Franchise Establishes New Label for Animated Films With 1st Project by Aniplex, Shirogumi

Franchise also announces new Kamen Rider My-Th series, live-action films, game project

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-03/kamen-rider-franchise-establishes-new-label-for-animated-films-with-1st-project-by-aniplex-shirogumi/.236073

The Strongest Job is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage Anime Gets Game on April 23 With English Release

Sunsoft's arena shooter game launches for PS5, PS4, Switch, PC via Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-03/the-strongest-job-is-apparently-not-a-hero-or-a-sage-anime-gets-game-on-april-23-with-english-/.236071

Parasite Director Joon-Ho Bong Reveals 1st Animated Feature Ally for Global Release

Film has been in development since 2019, will center on group of curious deep-sea creatures

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-03/parasite-director-joon-ho-bong-reveals-1st-animated-feature-ally-for-global-release/.236062

Kantai Collection's C2 Kikan Reveals Ki-gō Keikaku Game

Ki-gō Keikaku simulation RPG in development for PC, mobile

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-02/kantai-collection-c2-kikan-reveals-ki-go-keikaku-game/.236038

Tiger & Bunny Anime Gets Stage Play to Celebrate 15th Anniversary

Stage play to run in Tokyo in September, in Hyogo in October

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-02/tiger-and-bunny-anime-gets-stage-play-to-celebrate-15th-anniversary/.236041

The Ogre's Bride Live-Action Film Opens at #3, Poupelle of Chimney Town Anime at #5 in Japan

2026 Doraemon film stays at #1, 2nd live-action Golden Kamuy film drops to #6, Assassination Classroom the Movie drops to #8,

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-02/the-ogre-bride-live-action-film-opens-at-no.3-poupelle-of-chimney-town-anime-at-no.5-in-japan/.235960

Creating a Fanclub: Director Sou Toyama on Kirio Fan Club

What makes Kirio Fan Club a more realistic look at high school crushes? Director of the upcoming anime, Sou Toyama, gets into it.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2026-04-01/creating-a-fanclub-director-sou-toyama-on-kirio-fan-club/.235964

Saved by the Ice Cold Prince's Embrace Manga Gets Light Anime in July

Kusabi Kurokawa has been adapting Hokuhoku Yakiimo's romantic fantasy as manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-01/saved-by-the-ice-cold-prince-embrace-manga-gets-light-anime-in-july/.236022

Happy April Fool's Day 2026 From Around the Anime World, Part I

Featuring Dragon Ball, Oshi no Ko, Uma Musume, Code Geass, Samurai Troopers, Sakamoto Days, Dragon Quest, & more!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-04-01/happy-april-fool-day-2026-from-around-the-anime-world-part-i/.236017

Gundam's 1st Global Ranking Poll Winners Are …

Hint: The ones with funnels, wings, & transformation

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-03-31/gundam-1st-global-ranking-poll-winners-are/.235998

The Insipid Prince's Furtive Grab for The Throne Anime Reveals Cast, Staff, July TV Debut

Yūma Uchida, Kikunosuke Toya, Manaka Iwami, Maaya Uchida, Kaede Hondo star in Maho Film anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-31/the-insipid-prince-furtive-grab-for-the-throne-anime-reveals-cast-staff-july-tv-debut/.235994

I Want to End This Love Game Anime's Promo Video Previews Opening Theme Song

CHiCo with HoneyWorks perform theme song for April 14 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-31/i-want-to-end-this-love-game-anime-promo-video-previews-opening-theme-song/.235968

Komekami! Girls Anime Announces 3 More Cast Members

Noriko Hidaka, Ryuma Tanizawa, Yū Saitō co-star in anime premiering on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-31/komekami-girls-anime-announces-3-more-cast-members/.235988

Tsutomu Nihei's Tower Dungeon Manga Promoted in Video With Animated Clips

Video commemorates 6th manga volume from creator of Blame!, Knights of Sidonia

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-31/tsutomu-nihei-tower-dungeon-manga-promoted-in-video-with-animated-clips/.235987

Fate/strange Fake Novels' Final Volume Ships This Summer

Novel series launched in January 2015, inspired TV special, recently concluded TV anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-30/fate-strange-fake-novels-final-volume-ships-this-summer/.235948

Anime Central Hosts 765PRO, Cinderella Girls Idols from The Idolm@ster

Asami Imai, Akiko Hasegawa, Yumi Hara, Ayaka Fukuhara, Ayaka Ohashi, Minami Tsuda to perform in concert

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-30/anime-central-hosts-765pro-cinderella-girls-idols-from-the-idolm@ster/.235939

Baki-Dou Net Anime Confirms 2nd Cours in Teaser

Anime to continue streaming exclusively on Netflix

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-29/baki-dou-net-anime-confirms-2nd-cours-in-teaser/.235895

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Anime's 2nd Season Unveils Teaser, Visual

New season premieres in 2027

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-28/alya-sometimes-hides-her-feelings-in-russian-anime-2nd-season-unveils-teaser-visual/.235843

The Oblivious Saint Can't Contain Her Power TV Anime Reveals July Debut in 1st Promo Video

Series stars Rie Takahashi, Makoto Furukawa, Haruka Shiraishi

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-27/the-oblivious-saint-cant-contain-her-power-tv-anime-reveals-july-debut-in-1st-promo-video/.235808

The Condemned Villainess Goes Back in Time Novels Get Anime

Story centers on woman sold off to brothel who goes back in time after death

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-27/the-condemned-villainess-goes-back-in-time-novels-get-anime/.235803

Worker Killed in Stabbing at Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo

Store, neighboring Pikachu Sweets closed until further notice; assailant reportedly killed himself

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-27/worker-killed-in-stabbing-at-pokemon-center-mega-tokyo/.235799

Yuki Kajiura, LiSA, Fiction Junction Perform Tiny Desk Concert

Set to stream globally with Demon Slayer, Gundam Seed, SAO, Garden of Sinners songs

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-03-26/yuki-kajiura-lisa-fiction-junction-perform-tiny-desk-concert/.235793

2026 Doraemon Film Stays at #1, New Assassination Classroom Film Opens at #7

2nd live-action Golden Kamuy film drops to #4, Cosmic Princess Kaguya! drops to #10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-26/2026-doraemon-film-stays-at-no.1-new-assassination-classroom-film-opens-at-no.7/.235636

Ao Kojima's Hon Nara Uru Hodo Manga Wins 19th Manga Taisho Awards

Tooru Seino's Danmitsu comes in 2nd

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-26/ao-kojima-hon-nara-uru-hodo-manga-wins-19th-manga-taisho-awards/.235705

Kill Blue Anime Streams 2nd Main Trailer

2nd key visual for April series also posted

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-25/kill-blue-anime-streams-2nd-main-trailer/.235720

Firefly Wedding Anime's Teaser Unveils Main Cast, More Staff

Lynn, Kōki Uchiyama voice noble's daughter Satoko, assassin Shinpei in October anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-25/firefly-wedding-anime-teaser-unveils-main-cast-more-staff/.235719

Ken Matsudaira's 'Matsuken Samba' Songs Get Short Net Anime

Actor/singer's signature songs inspire Matsuken Anime streaming on YouTube this summer

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-25/ken-matsudaira-matsuken-samba-songs-get-short-net-anime/.235718

'Draw This, Then Die!' Anime's 2nd Teaser Reveals 4 More Cast Members

Noriko Hidaka, Atsumi Tanezaki, Yukana, Kikuko Inoue join cast of July anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-24/draw-this-then-die-anime-2nd-teaser-reveals-4-more-cast-members/.235677

Victoria of Many Faces Anime Reveals 1st Footage, More Staff in Teaser

Series starring Chika Anzai, Shion Wakayama, Yōhei Azakami debuts in July

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-24/victoria-of-many-faces-anime-reveals-1st-footage-more-staff-in-teaser/.235676

Machi Suehiro's Fake Fact Lips BL Manga Gets Live-Action Show

Kaito Hori, Yusuke Sato star as work rivals in TV series premiering on April 30

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-24/machi-suehiro-fake-fact-lips-bl-manga-gets-live-action-show/.235669

Uso Tantei Tomanto Anime Shorts Gets 'Updated' Version With Voices on TV

Takako Tanaka stars in TV version premiering on March 30

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-24/uso-tantei-tomanto-anime-shorts-gets-updated-version-with-voices-on-tv/.235665

Kakao Entertainment, Naver Webtoon Win Civil Lawsuit Against Major Piracy Site Agitoon

Court accepted both companies' claims of 1 billion won each

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-23/kakao-entertainment-naver-webtoon-win-civil-lawsuit-against-major-piracy-site-agitoon/.235623

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: The Culling Game Part 1 Anime Announces 3 New Cast Members for Final Episode

Hiroki Tōchi, Nana Mizuki, Yukihiro Nozuyama join cast on March 26

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-23/jujutsu-kaisen-season-3-the-culling-game-part-1-anime-announces-3-new-cast-members-for-final-episode/.235606

Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes Fighting Game Streams Trailer Teasing New Character

New character to launch in 2026

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-22/under-night-in-birth-ii-sys-celes-fighting-game-streams-trailer-teasing-new-character/.235590

Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3 Anime Features 'Bookmaking' in 3rd Special Video

2-part anime debuts on April 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-22/ascendance-of-a-bookworm-part-3-anime-features-bookmaking-in-3rd-special-video/.235587

'Heroine? Saint? No, I'm an All-Works Maid (And Proud of It)!' TV Anime Casts Kōhei Amasaki

Amasaki voices romanceable lead Christopher in upcoming anime by EMT Squared

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-22/heroine-saint-no-im-an-all-works-maid-tv-anime-casts-kohei-amasaki/.235589

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Game's Trailer Reveals March 26 Release Date for Blue Mary DLC Character

Game's Season Pass 2 includes 3 more upcoming DLC characters including Wolfgang Krauser

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-21/fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves-game-trailer-reveals-march-26-release-date-for-blue-mary-dlc-character/.235522

Itaewon Class Creator Gwangjin Launches Jangga Spin-Off Web Novel on Kakao

Jangga follows Jang's rise from extreme poverty and instability during the post-Korean War period

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-21/itaewon-class-creator-gwangjin-launches-jangga-spin-off-web-novel-on-kakao/.235513

Strike Witches Director Kazuhiro Takamura Unveils Original TV Anime Vertex Force in 2026

Takamura teases anime with "cute girls," "cool mecha"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-20/strike-witches-director-kazuhiro-takamura-unveils-original-tv-anime-vertex-force-in-2026/.235519

Magical Buffs: The Support Caster is Stronger Than He Realized! Novels Get TV Anime

Reiji Kawashima, Hana Hishikawa star in J.C Staff anime next January

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-20/magical-buffs-the-support-caster-is-stronger-than-he-realized-novels-get-tv-anime/.235517

2026 Doraemon Film Stays at #1, 2nd Live-Action Golden Kamuy Film Opens at #3

Eiga Himitsu no AiPri Mankai Bazulium Live! debuts at #8

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-20/2026-doraemon-film-stays-at-no.1-2nd-live-action-golden-kamuy-film-opens-at-no.3/.235362

Chiikawa Anime Film Streams New 60-Second Teaser

Teaser features new clips from film opening on July 24

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-19/chiikawa-anime-film-streams-new-60-second-teaser/.235483

Zetsubou-Sensei's Kōji Kumeta Injures Finger, Goes on Hiatus

Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine to run 1-shot prototypes for Shibuya Near Family in coming weeks

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-19/zetsubou-sensei-koji-kumeta-injures-finger-goes-on-hiatus/.235474

Space Brothers Manga's Finale Slated After 3 More Chapters

46th & final volume ships on July 23

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-19/space-brothers-manga-finale-slated-after-3-more-chapters/.235475

Liar Game Reveals New Trailer, Theme Song Artists

Yorushika performs "Bubble" opening, Lucky Kilimanjaro performs "Asahi" ending for April 7 series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-18/liar-game-reveals-new-trailer-theme-song-artists/.235438

Kyouko Hikawa's From Far Away Shōjo Manga Gets TV Anime This Year

Bleach's Noriyuki Abe directs anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-18/kyouko-hikawa-from-far-away-shojo-manga-gets-tv-anime-this-year/.235442

Voice Actor Yonehiko Kitagawa Dies at 94

Yonehiko died on March 5 due to pneumonia

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-18/voice-actor-yonehiko-kitagawa-dies-at-94/.235432

Manga Creator Majuro Kaname Dies

Kaname died in February while drafting 14th chapter of new manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-17/manga-creator-majuro-kaname-dies/.235395

Mr. War: Saikyō no Moto Gunjin Vertical Manga Gets Short Anime

DMM TV started streaming anime of Hajime Tange, Minto Studio/weavin's manga on Tuesday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-17/mr-war-saikyo-no-moto-gunjin-vertical-manga-gets-short-anime/.235388

Your Throne Webtoon Returns on March 31 After 1+ Year Hiatus

Animated trailer features song “Two Faced” by LUCY

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-16/your-throne-webtoon-returns-on-march-31-after-1-year-hiatus/.235343

Marriage Toxin Anime Reveals Opening Song by Artist Yurina Hirate

"Kill or Kiss" opening song revealed in 1st "Making of Marriage Toxin" video

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-16/marriage-toxin-anime-reveals-opening-song-by-artist-yurina-hirate/.235342

Gnosia Anime Gets Stage Play in August

Show runs August 21 -September 5 at Hikosen Theater in Tokyo

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-15/gnosia-anime-gets-stage-play-in-august/.235308

Haruhisa Nakata's Night Light Hounds Manga Ends on April 11

Series about gang member who gets involved in fight between creatures of the night debuted in October 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-15/haruhisa-nakata-night-light-hounds-manga-ends-on-april-11/.235302

5th Girls und Panzer das Finale Film Opens on October 9; Final Motto Love Love Sakusen Desu! Film Includes Ribon no Musha Pilot Video

Pilot video adapts Takeshi Nogami, Takaaki Suzuki's Girls und Panzer: Ribon no Musha manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-15/5th-girls-und-panzer-das-finale-film-opens-on-october-9-final-motto-love-love-sakusen-desu-film-/.235315

Farming Life in Another World 2 Anime Unveils More Cast, April 6 Debut

Hiroshi Shirokuma, Haruka Shiraishi, Yō Taichi, Rumi Ōkubo, more join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-14/farming-life-in-another-world-2-anime-unveils-more-cast-april-6-debut/.235292

The Dangers in My Heart TV Anime Gets 3rd Season in 2027

Character designer Masato Katsumata draws visual for announcement

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-14/the-dangers-in-my-heart-tv-anime-gets-3rd-season-in-2027/.235283

'Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun' Season 4 Anime Reveals Main Promo Video, More Cast

Takehito Koyasu joins cast for anime debuting on April 4 with half-year run

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-14/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4-anime-reveals-main-promo-video-more-cast/.235288

Within the Villainess Anime Reveals TV Format, Staff, Cast, 2027 Debut

Miyuki Sawashiro, Rie Takahashi star in anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-13/within-the-villainess-anime-reveals-tv-format-staff-cast-2027-debut/.235257

Galaxy Express 999 Voice Actress Masako Ikeda Dies at 87

Ikeda voiced Maetel in Galaxy Express 999 franchise

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-13/galaxy-express-999-voice-actress-masako-ikeda-dies-at-87/.235256

BluPetal Launches Kickstarter for Sakura Kurihara's Let Me Fix You Yuri Manga

Campaign launched on Thursday, already reached goal & several stretch goals for Kurihara's other short stories

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-13/blupetal-launches-kickstarter-for-sakura-kurihara-let-me-fix-you-yuri-manga/.235245

Yuhan Corporation Launches Webtoon About its Founder in Collaboration With Tae-ho Yoon

Webtoon adopts narrative structure resembling drama production presentation

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-12/yuhan-corporation-launches-webtoon-about-its-founder-in-collaboration-with-tae-ho-yoon/.235133

Masami Kurumada to Launch New Saint Seiya Tenkai-hen Manga on May 14

Also: "Saint Seiya Then" 3rd installment "Saint Seiya Then III: Ketsui" published on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-12/masami-kurumada-to-launch-new-saint-seiya-tenkai-hen-manga-on-may-14/.235199

SAG-AFTRA Union Issues 'Do Not Work Order' on Mega Man: Dual Override Game

Ben Diskin will not reprise Mega Man role, after being asked to only work without union contract

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-11/sag-aftra-union-issues-do-not-work-order-on-mega-man-dual-override-game/.235155

The Beginning After The End Season 2's New Video Unveils More Cast, Opening Song, April 1 Debut

Ryōta Ōsaka, Yumiri Hanamori join cast; SIX LOUNGE performs "Sayonara Janai Hō ga Ii" opening

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-11/the-beginning-after-the-end-season-2-new-video-unveils-more-cast-opening-song-april-1-debut/.235172

Ariana and the Elder Codex Game Debuts on Steam on April 29

Game will launch for PS4, PS5, Switch in N. America, Europe on March 24

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-11/ariana-and-the-elder-codex-game-debuts-on-steam-on-april-29/.235157

Reincarnation in the Game World Dan-Katsu Light Novel Series Gets TV Anime

Kaede Nishikigi launched story of player reincarnated in dungeon-crawl RPG in 2021

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-11/reincarnation-in-the-game-world-dan-katsu-light-novel-series-gets-tv-anime/.235166

The Food Diary of Miss Maid TV Anime Reveals New Cast Member, April 1 Streaming Debut

Snow Man idol Daisuke Sakuma joins cast as sparrow mascot Chun

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-10/the-food-diary-of-miss-maid-tv-anime-reveals-new-cast-member-april-1-streaming-debut/.235117

Oshiri-Front Man Anime Film Streams Theme Song's Animated Music Video

Director Takashi Taniguchi performs "Oshiri-Front Man's Song"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-10/oshiri-front-man-anime-film-streams-theme-song-animated-music-video/.235094

Candy Caries Anime's Main Promo Video Previews Theme Song

Screenshots unveiled for anime premiering on April 15

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-10/candy-caries-anime-main-promo-video-previews-theme-song/.235093

1st Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Film Back in U.S. Box Office at #10

Film's re-release opening weekend earns estimated US$1,300,000

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-09/1st-demon-slayer-infinity-castle-film-back-in-u.s-box-office-at-no.10/.235072

Needy Streamer Overload's nyalra Launches Stray Boy Overkill Manga

Manga launches on April 7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-09/needy-streamer-overload-nyalra-launches-stray-boy-overkill-manga/.235066

In This Corner of the World's Fumiyo Kōno Launches New Manga

Imeru Fūri manga launched on March 6

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-09/in-this-corner-of-the-world-fumiyo-kono-launches-new-manga/.235063

Kodansha Celebrates Its Biggest Manga in Papercraft Crossover Anime Short

Featuring Akira, Attack on Titan, Ghost in the Shell, Cardcaptor Sakura, Initial D, Fairy Tail, Cells at Work, & more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-03-08/kodansha-celebrates-its-biggest-manga-in-papercraft-crossover-anime-short/.235051

The Ogre's Bride TV Anime's New Video Reveals 4 More Cast Members

Manaka Iwami, Ryōta Ōsaka, Sayaka Senbongi, Natsuki Hanae join anime's cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-08/the-ogre-bride-tv-anime-new-video-reveals-4-more-cast-members/.235050

The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch Anime Reveals April 12 Debut, Continuous 2-Part Run in New Video

Kana Hanazawa, Show Hayami, Daisuke Hirakawa join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-08/the-classroom-of-a-black-cat-and-a-witch-anime-reveals-april-12-debut-continuous-2-part-run-in-new-/.235043

Manga UP! Global Adds The Kind Adventurer and the Reincarnated Girl in English

Manga centering on C-class adventurer who saves reincarnated girl launched in 2024

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-07/manga-up-global-adds-the-kind-adventurer-and-the-reincarnated-girl-in-english/.235012

Greenwich Ent. Acquires N. American Rights to Ryuya Suzuki's Debut Feature Anime Film Jinsei

Company to screen film in N. American theaters this summer

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-07/greenwich-ent-acquires-n-american-rights-to-ryuya-suzuki-debut-feature-anime-film-jinsei/.235011

Matsurika Kanriden TV Anime's Video Reveals Cast, Staff, January 2027 Premiere

Rie Takahashi, Nobunaga Shimazaki star in Chinese history-inspired court romance story

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-06/matsurika-kanriden-tv-anime-video-reveals-cast-staff-january-2027-premiere/.234988

Yukino Sonoyama's Bless Manga Gets TV Anime in 2027

A-1 Pictures produces anime based on fashion manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-06/yukino-sonoyama-bless-manga-gets-tv-anime-in-2027/.234986

4th Girls und Panzer Spinoff Film Reveals Teaser Visual, Promo Video

4th film opens in Japan on April 10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-06/4th-girls-und-panzer-spinoff-film-reveals-teaser-visual-promo-video/.234976

Comic Garden Magazine Ceases Publication

Series to transfer to Mag Comi, MAGKAN online platforms

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-05/comic-garden-magazine-ceases-publication/.234912

Onaji Semi no Someya-san ga AV Joyū datta Hanashi. Manga Gets AnimeFesta Anime

Nigō Shōji manga centers on college student discovering classmate is adult actress

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-05/onaji-semi-no-someya-san-ga-av-joyu-datta-hanashi-manga-gets-animefesta-anime/.234923

Silent Service Film Sequel to Stream Globally on March 20 With Added Scenes, New Cast Member

Film's stream edition includes unreleased scenes featuring Hiroshi Tamaki as Captain Hiroshi Fukamachi

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-05/silent-service-film-sequel-to-stream-globally-on-march-20-with-added-scenes-new-cast-member/.234924

Voice Actress Reiko Katsura Dies at 89

Original voice of Sazae-san's Ikura Namino died due to pneumonia-related causes

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-04/voice-actress-reiko-katsura-dies-at-89/.234894

Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers Anime Reveals 3 New Cast Members

Kentarō Tone, Yūya Hirose, Misato Matsuoka voice 2nd generation Samurai Troopers who went to the Demon World with Shion and Ryūsei 3 years ago

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-04/yoroi-shinden-samurai-troopers-anime-reveals-3-new-cast-members/.234886

'Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun' Season 4 Reveals Opening Song Artists, Half-Year Run, April 4 Debut

24-episode new season airs for 2 cours; Penthouse performs opening song "Ichi Ni no San"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-03/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-season-4-reveals-opening-song-artists-half-year-run-april-4-debut/.234853

Kitchen Princess Manga Gets Sequel Manga Miniseries

Kitchen Princess: One More Plate launches on April 3

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-03/kitchen-princess-manga-gets-sequel-manga-miniseries/.234836

Mayu Murata Ends Honey Lemon Soda Manga on April 3

Shōjo manga launched in 2015 & inspired live-action film in 2021, TV anime in January 2025

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-03/mayu-murata-ends-honey-lemon-soda-manga-on-april-3/.234841

A Witch's Life in Mongol Manga Resumes on March 25

Manga author Tomato Soup went on maternity leave in October last year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-02/a-witch-life-in-mongol-manga-resumes-on-march-25/.234787

Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke Anime Reveals 7 More Cast Members

Yukari Tamura, Mami Koyama, Kazuhiro Yamaji, more join cast for series premiering on April 4

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-01/ascendance-of-a-bookworm-adopted-daughter-of-an-archduke-anime-reveals-7-more-cast-members/.234782

Laid-Back Camp 4th Season Anime's Promo Video Reveals Returning Cast, Staff, 2027 Debut

Shin Tosaka returns to direct new season at new animation studio FuRyu Pictures

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-01/laid-back-camp-4th-season-anime-promo-video-reveals-returning-cast-staff-2027-debut/.234780

Yuki Yuna is a Hero Anime Gets New Stage Play in June

Sakiho Motonishi, Rio Omori, Sayaka Harada, Azumi Okada, Yui Itо̄ return from 1st stage play for new Butai Yūki Yūna wa Yūsha de Aru -Kizuna- stage play

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-03-01/yuki-yuna-is-a-hero-anime-gets-new-stage-play-in-june/.234777

The New Prince of Tennis Manga to End in 6 More Chapters

Takeshi Konomi launched sequel in 2009, one decade after original manga's debut

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-28/the-new-prince-of-tennis-manga-to-end-in-6-more-chapters/.234771

Shogakukan Apologizes for Releasing New Manga by Creator Convicted of Sex Crime Against Minor

Other creators react when civil suit reveals crime's details, Manga ONE editor's role in settlement talks

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-28/shogakukan-apologizes-for-releasing-new-manga-by-creator-convicted-of-sex-crime-against-minor/.234765

Kill Blue TV Anime Casts Shōya Chiba, Yoshiki Nakajima

Actors play Rindō brothers for series debuting in April

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-27/kill-blue-tv-anime-casts-shoya-chiba-yoshiki-nakajima/.234663

70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X PSX Game Gets Remastered Release in English on July 16

Game's 1st release outside of Japan will be available on PS5, PS4, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-27/70s-style-robot-anime-geppy-x-psx-game-gets-remastered-release-in-english-on-july-16/.234661

Even a Replica Can Fall in Love TV Anime Reveals More Cast, April 7 Debut in Video

More staff, theme songs, new visual also revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-26/even-a-replica-can-fall-in-love-tv-anime-reveals-more-cast-april-7-debut-in-video/.234600

Gintama 'Yoshiwara in Flames' Compilation Film Drops to #3, Cosmic Princess Kaguya! Film Re-Opens at #5

Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe drops to #6, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle to #7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-26/gintama-yoshiwara-in-flames-compilation-film-drops-to-no.3-cosmic-princess-kaguya-film-re-opens-at-/.234523

Chibi Maruko-chan, Crayon Shin-chan Characters Get Crossover Manga in April

Manga appears in Ribon magazine on April 3, on Manga Crayon Shin-chan site on April 3 & 20

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-25/chibi-maruko-chan-crayon-shin-chan-characters-get-crossover-manga-in-april/.234553

Saint Seiya: Saintia Shō Memories Manga Miniseries to End on March 19

Spinoff side stories from Chimaki Kuori's Saint Seiya: Saintia Shō manga launched on November 19

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-25/saint-seiya-saintia-sho-memories-manga-miniseries-to-end-on-march-19/.234469

Homura: The Crimson Warriors Visual Novel Streams Gameplay Video for English Release

Game to ship for Switch in N. America on March 31, in Europe on April 28

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-25/homura-the-crimson-warriors-visual-novel-streams-gameplay-video-for-english-release/.234540

Wash It All Away ‒ Episode 8

This episode has a delightful sense of “turn your brain off” that just worked on me.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/wash-it-all-away/episode-8/.234505

Nippon Sangoku Anime's 2nd Trailer Unveils More Cast & Staff, April 5 Debut on Amazon Prime Video

New trailer previews opening song "Hidane" by Tatsuya Kitani

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-24/nippon-sangoku-anime-2nd-trailer-unveils-more-cast-and-staff-april-5-debut-on-amazon-prime-video/.234507

Video Game Composer Shigeru Ikeda Dies at 57

Composer for later games in Da Capo series, husband of singer yozuca*

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-24/video-game-composer-shigeru-ikeda-dies-at-57/.234502

Exploring Studio ENGI, the Anime Studio Behind Medalist

During the PacSet “ANN in Japan 2025” tour, anime fans from around the globe were granted the exceedingly rare privilege to see how and where the sausage gets made.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2026-02-23/exploring-studio-engi-the-anime-studio-behind-medalist/.233045

Classroom of the Elite Season 4's 2nd Video Reveals Song Artists, 90-Minute April 1 Debut

Eir Aoi performs "MONSTER" opening, ZAQ performs "Liar Veil" ending

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-23/classroom-of-the-elite-season-4-2nd-video-reveals-song-artists-90-minute-april-1-debut/.234475

Evangelion Franchise Announces New Series

From Nier's Yoko Taro, directors Kazuya Tsurumaki & Tōko Yatabe, Khara & Cloverworks

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-23/evangelion-franchise-announces-new-series/.234476

Toaru Anbu no Item TV Anime Unveils Main Staff, 2026 Debut

A Certain Scientific Railgun anime director Tatsuyuki Nagai helms new anime at J.C. Staff

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-22/toaru-anbu-no-item-tv-anime-unveils-main-staff-2026-debut/.234442

Gnosia Anime Gets 3 Epilogue Episodes from February 28

Anime ended with 18th episode on February 14

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-22/gnosia-anime-gets-3-epilogue-episodes-from-february-28/.234437

No Anime Win at Annie Awards; KPop Demon Hunters Wins 10 Awards

The Red Turtle director Michaël Dudok de Wit wins prestigious Winsor McCay award

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-22/no-anime-win-at-annie-awards-kpop-demon-hunters-wins-10-awards/.234433

Roll Over and Die ‒ Episode 7

The surprise star of this week's Roll Over and Die installment is Ottilie, lieutenant general of the royal army and disaster lesbian extraordinaire.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/roll-over-and-die/episode-7/.234393

Sentai Filmworks to Release Heavy Metal L-Gaim Anime on BD in May

Yoshiyuki Tomino directed 54-episode series that aired in 1984

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-21/sentai-filmworks-to-release-heavy-metal-l-gaim-anime-on-bd-in-may/.234408

ufotable Outlines Future Projects in Promo Reel With Witch on the Holy Night Film Opening in 2026

Promo reel highlights upcoming projects including Demon Slayer, Tales of, Genshin Impact, Touken Ranbu

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-21/ufotable-outlines-future-projects-in-promo-reel-with-witch-on-the-holy-night-film-opening-in-2026/.234415

3rd Girls und Panzer Spinoff Film Gets Accompanying Mini-Anime

Mini-anime centers on search for new tank; 3rd film opens on March 6

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-20/3rd-girls-und-panzer-spinoff-film-gets-accompanying-mini-anime/.234370

Do You Like Big Girls? Anime Reveals Cast, Staff, April Premiere

Visual also unveiled for AnimeFesta anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-20/do-you-like-big-girls-anime-reveals-cast-staff-april-premiere/.234371

Shaoh's Dark Summoner to Dekiteiru Manga Gets Short Anime

WWWave Corporation's Deregula label produces anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-20/shaoh-dark-summoner-to-dekiteiru-manga-gets-short-anime/.234358

Anime Central 2026 Hosts Yuki Kajiura, FictionJunction

ACen runs from May 15-17 in Illinois

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-19/anime-central-2026-hosts-yuki-kajiura-fictionjunction/.234248

The Villager of Level 999 TV Anime's 1st Trailer Reveals More Cast, July Debut

Hiroya Egashira, Nobunaga Shimazaki, Manaka Iwami, Aoi Koga, Lynn join anime's cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-19/the-villager-of-level-999-tv-anime-1st-trailer-reveals-more-cast-july-debut/.234334

Reborn as a Vending Machine Season 3 Debuts in April With Final Arc Teased

2nd season's cast, staff return for upcoming season

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-18/reborn-as-a-vending-machine-season-3-debuts-in-april-with-final-arc-teased/.234304

I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day Anime's New Video Reveals More Staff

Ascendance of a Bookworm, Given's MICHIRU co-composes music in July yuri dark fantasy

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-18/i-want-to-love-you-till-your-dying-day-anime-new-video-reveals-more-staff/.234301

Candy Caries Anime Unveils 2nd Teaser, Cast, Theme Song Artists, April 15 Debut

Miyuki Sato, Hana Takeda star in stop-motion show from Pui Pui Molcar's Tomoki Misato, Wit Studio

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-18/candy-caries-anime-unveils-2nd-teaser-cast-theme-song-artists-april-15-debut/.234287

Voice Actress Ai Furuhata Graduates from Love Live!'s AiScReam Unit

Miu Miyake, Rina Endō to join unit after Furihata graduates in March

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-17/voice-actress-ai-furuhata-graduates-from-love-live-s-aiscream-unit/.234267

Yūsha no Rokkotsu TV Anime Announces New Cast Member, Opening Song

Comedy trio Panther's Takahiro Ogata joins cast; Shukatsu Club performs opening song "Tensei Ganbō"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-17/yusha-no-rokkotsu-tv-anime-announces-new-cast-member-opening-song/.234265

New Kamen Rider Agito Film Announces 8 More Cast Members

Yūchami, Ryūsuke Komakine, Yūki Imai, Hiroaki Iwanaga, more join April 29 film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-17/new-kamen-rider-agito-film-announces-8-more-cast-members/.234264

Victoria of Many Faces TV Anime Reveals Teaser Visual, July Debut

Series stars Chika Anzai, Shion Wakayama, Yōhei Azakami

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-16/victoria-of-many-faces-tv-anime-reveals-teaser-visual-july-debut/.234235

Hideki Satō, Former Sega President Known as 'Father of Sega Hardware,' Dies at 75

Satō was instrumental in development of all of Sega's home consoles

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-16/hideki-sato-former-sega-president-known-as-father-of-sega-hardware-dies-at-75/.234231

Detective Conan's Ran Mōri Voice Actress Wakana Yamazaki Goes on Hiatus

Yamazaki is undergoing medical treatment; Akemi Okamura to voice Ran Mōri starting in episode airing on March 14

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-16/detective-conan-ran-mori-voice-actress-wakana-yamazaki-goes-on-hiatus/.234230

Japan's Video Game Rankings, February 2-8

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined debuts in top 3 spots; My Hero Academia: All's Justice debuts at #16

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-15/japan-video-game-rankings-february-2-8/.234205

Iron Wok Jan! Anime's Teaser Video Unveils Main Cast, More Staff

Kikunosuke Toya stars as titular Jan with Ikumi Hasegawa, Kōhei Amasaki, Kenjirō Tsuda

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-15/iron-wok-jan-anime-teaser-video-unveils-main-cast-more-staff/.234213

Boyfriend on Demand Live-Action Korean Series Starring Black Pink's Jisoo Reveals Teaser Trailer, Stills

Series about webtoon producer who turns to virtual dating subscription service debuts on Netflix on March 6

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-15/boyfriend-on-demand-live-action-korean-series-starring-black-pink-jisoo-reveals-teaser-trailer-/.234204

World's End Harem: Fantasia Spinoff Manga Ends in 10 Chapters

Manga returned from 17-month hiatus on Sunday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-15/world-end-harem-fantasia-spinoff-manga-ends-in-10-chapters/.234202

AlphaPolis Acquires Anime Studio NIA Animation

Studio produces CG for upcoming Hokuto no Ken -Fist of the North Star- anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-14/alphapolis-acquires-anime-studio-nia-animation/.234173

Isshiki-san wa Koi o Shiritai TV Anime Reveals Visual, Staff

Kazuya Komai directs upcoming anime at Sakura Create

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-14/isshiki-san-wa-koi-o-shiritai-tv-anime-reveals-visual-staff/.234170

'Tadaima, Ojamasaremasu!' Romantic Comedy TV Anime Reveals April 7 Debut, Opening Theme Artist

Bullet Train performs opening theme

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-13/tadaima-ojamasaremasu-romantic-comedy-tv-anime-reveals-april-7-debut-opening-theme-artist/.234169

Terminator Zero Anime Canceled After 1st Season

Showrunner Mattson Tomlin states 1st did not achieve enough audience numbers

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-14/terminator-zero-anime-canceled-after-1st-season/.234171

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Game Launches on PC on March 19

PC edition includes unlocked frame rates, ultra widescreen support, more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-13/death-stranding-2-on-the-beach-game-launches-on-pc-on-march-19/.234121

Beastars Final Season Anime's 2nd Part Debuts on Netflix on March 7

New visual also unveiled; SEVENTEEN performs new ending theme

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-12/beastars-final-season-anime-2nd-part-debuts-on-netflix-on-march-7/.234077

Abrams ComicArts' Kana Licenses Hideout, Bye-Bye Beanbag, 'The Gentleman, the Cat, and the Tearoom' Manga

Chiharu Yumenouchi's How to Draw Chibi guidebook also licensed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-12/abrams-comicarts-kana-licenses-hideout-bye-bye-beanbag-the-gentleman-the-cat-and-the-tearoom-manga/.234062

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 ‒ Episode 19

Why did I have to get this flashback NOW?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-hero-academia-vigilantes-season-2/episode-19/.234022

Pokémon Pokopia Might Be A Lot Darker Then We Think

I wasn’t expecting a game that looked like this to have potentially darker implications!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2026-02-11/pokemon-pokopia-might-be-a-lot-darker-then-we-think/.234030

Golden Kamuy Final Season ‒ Episode 55

Golden Kamuy is one of the most human stories I’ve ever experienced and this episode reminded me of that.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/golden-kamuy-final-season/episode-55/.233994

Wash It All Away ‒ Episode 6

A wonderful use of music and chillaxed vibes are enough to make me overlook a few flaws here and there.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/wash-it-all-away/episode-6/.233993

Ace of Diamond Act II Second Season Announces 3 More Cast Members

Shūgo Nakamura, Atsushi Tamaru, Kento Hama play rival team members

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-10/ace-of-diamond-act-ii-second-season-announces-3-more-cast-members/.233991

Needy Streamer Overload Anime's 2nd Video Unveils Cast Member, Opening Song

Anna Nagase voices café-working student Kache with opening theme by "KAngel"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-10/needy-streamer-overload-anime-2nd-video-unveils-cast-member-opening-song/.233989

Scheduled Down Time

Anime News Network will be offline for server upgrades from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Monday, February 9th. We apologize for any inconveniences.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/site-news/2026-02-09/scheduled-down-time/.233955

The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch Anime Announces Ending Theme Song Artist

Spira Spica to perform 'Tune Up'

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-09/the-classroom-of-a-black-cat-and-a-witch-anime-announces-ending-theme-song-artist/.233949

Cosmic Princess Kaguya! Anime Film Gets Theatrical Release

Film to screen for one week beginning February 20

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-07/cosmic-princess-kaguya-anime-film-gets-theatrical-release/.233932

Ichijōma Mankitsu Gurashi! TV Anime Unveils 4 More Characters, New Teaser

Series debuts in April

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-08/ichijoma-mankitsu-gurashi-tv-anime-unveils-4-more-characters-new-teaser/.233948

Hana-Kimi TV Anime Presents 3 More Cast Members With 2nd Visual

Masaaki Mizunaka, Junya Enoki, Takehito Koyasu (in reprisal from CD drama) join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-08/hana-kimi-tv-anime-presents-3-more-cast-members-with-2nd-visual/.233947

Dorohedoro Anime Season 2's Visual Reveals Updated Staff, April 1 Global Debut

Miho Sugiura, Itsuku Onishi credited for art direction, color key in new season

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-08/dorohedoro-anime-season-2-visual-reveals-updated-staff-april-1-global-debut/.233946

1st New Made in Abyss Anime Film's Teaser Unveils More Staff, Fall Opening

Kevin Penkin returns to score Made in Abyss: Mezameru Shinpi, 1st of 3 films

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-08/1st-new-made-in-abyss-anime-film-teaser-unveils-more-staff-fall-opening/.233944

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Anime Gets 6th Season

Announced at "Aedes Vesta" event on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-07/is-it-wrong-to-try-to-pick-up-girls-in-a-dungeon-anime-gets-6th-season/.233930

Japan's Video Game Rankings, January 26-February 1

Code Vein II debuts at #1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-06/japan-video-game-rankings-january-26-february-1/.233889

Viz Media to Release 2018 Captain Tsubasa Anime, 2023 Captain Tsubasa: Junior Youth Arc Anime on DVD in April

Both DVD sets include Japanese, English, Spanish dubs; English, Spanish subtitles

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-07/viz-media-to-release-2018-captain-tsubasa-anime-2023-captain-tsubasa-junior-youth-arc-anime-on-dvd-/.233921

Live-Action Blue Lock Film Reveals Trailer, More Cast, August 7 Debut

Masataka Kubota plays Jinpachi Ego

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-07/live-action-blue-lock-film-reveals-trailer-more-cast-august-7-debut/.233927

Neon Posts English-Subtitled Trailer for Exit 8 Live-Action Film

Film opens in N. America on April 10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-06/neon-posts-english-subtitled-trailer-for-exit-8-live-action-film/.233871

Konami Releases Ganbare Goemon Game Collection on July 2

Game releases for PS5, Switch, PC via Steam in Japan

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-06/konami-releases-ganbare-goemon-game-collection-on-july-2/.233872

Doko Yori mo Tooi Basho ni Iru Kimi e Novel Gets Anime Film This Fall

Akiko Abe's novel about boy meeting mysterious girl on remote island debuted in 2017

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-05/doko-yori-mo-tooi-basho-ni-iru-kimi-e-novel-gets-anime-film-this-fall/.233839

Princess Mononoke/Spirited Away Art Director Yōji Takeshige to Teach Drawing at Ghibli Park

Park to also host classes on traditional pottery, broom-making, tie-dying, more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2026-02-04/princess-mononoke-spirited-away-art-director-yoji-takeshige-to-teach-drawing-at-ghibli-park/.233803

Baki-Dou Anime's New Video Reveals Theme Songs

WANIMA performs "Furuboko" opening, Novel Core performs "Mountain Top" ending

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-04/baki-dou-anime-new-video-reveals-theme-songs/.233800

Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun: IruMafia Edition Manga Gets TV Anime Next January

hiroja's spinoff of Osamu Nishi's Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun manga launched in 2023

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-04/welcome-to-demon-school-iruma-kun-irumafia-edition-manga-gets-tv-anime-next-january/.233797

Yuki Ikeda's Thunder 3 Parallel-World Manga Listed With TV Anime

Manga also resumes serialization after hiatus on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-04/yuki-ikeda-thunder-3-parallel-world-manga-listed-with-tv-anime/.233795

This Week in Anime - Bygone With The Wind

From anime ending songs starting in the few final seconds of the episode to the rise and fall of the Yandere archtype, Lucas and Chris take a look at the anime trends of yesteryear.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2026-02-03/.233733

The World's Strongest Rearguard - Labyrinth Country's Novice Seeker Anime Reveals Cast, Staff, July Debut

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Aoi Koga, Sakura Nakamura, Yui Ishikawa, Saori Hayami star in MAHO Film anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-03/the-world-strongest-rearguard-labyrinth-country-novice-seeker-anime-reveals-cast-staff-july-debut/.233772

'Killed Again, Mr. Detective?' TV Anime Unveils 4 More Cast Members

Yoshino Aoyama, Katsuyuki Konishi, Rie Kugimiya, Yūki Takada join April anime's cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-03/killed-again-mr-detective-tv-anime-unveils-4-more-cast-members/.233769

SEGA, NextNinja's Gintama: Smartphone Battle Chronicle Launches on February 4

Game's SSR card illustrations also revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-02/sega-nextninja-gintama-smartphone-battle-chronicle-launches-on-february-4/.233702

Observation Records of My Fiancée Anime's Video Reveals More Cast, April 6 Premiere

Yume Miyamoto joins cast as Heronia Inderon

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-02/observation-records-of-my-fiancee-anime-video-reveals-more-cast-april-6-premiere/.233721

Anime Central 2026 Hosts Directors Keisuke Shinohara, Ayumi Moriyama, Yusuke Yamamoto, Takushi Koide

Directors take part in "Global Anime Challenge 2.0" at event taking place in Rosemont, IL on May 15-17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-01/anime-central-2026-hosts-directors-keisuke-shinohara-ayumi-moriyama-yusuke-yamamoto-takushi-koide/.233678

The Isle of Paramounts Light Novel Series Ends in 10th Volume

Series centers on man reincarnated onto remote island occupied by world's strongest legendary beings

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-01/the-isle-of-paramounts-light-novel-series-ends-in-10th-volume/.233700

Kemono Jihen Manga Takes 1-Issue Break

Author Shō Aimoto had gastroenteritis at start of year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-02-01/kemono-jihen-manga-takes-1-issue-break/.233696

Super Robot Wars Y Game Gets 2nd DLC on February 5

"Awakening of a Soul" DLC releases on early access on February 3

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-01-31/super-robot-wars-y-game-gets-2nd-dlc-on-february-5/.233673

Farming Life in Another World Season 2's 1st Video Unveils More Cast, Updated Staff, Theme Songs, April Debut

Natsu Yorita, Misaki Watada, Hiyori Kono, Mariko Higashiuchi, Toru Sakurai, Genta Nakamura join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-01-31/farming-life-in-another-world-season-2-1st-video-unveils-more-cast-updated-staff-theme-songs-april-/.233675