Earlier today, Funimation announced that they will celebrate their twenty-fifth anniversary with a year-long event. Specifically, the publisher mentioned a limited edition Funko Pop collection that will include six chrome figures based on Funimation’s licensed titles. The first confirmed figure will be Ken Kaneki from Tokyo Ghoul, which goes on sale on May 3, 2019 […]
So far, this season has been all about quality over quantity.
Content warning: Mild sexual content in the teaser. Earlier today, Atlus started streaming a new trailer for upcoming game Catherine: Full Body. The minute-long promo, titled “Death By Nightmare,” offers a brief overview of the title’s plot and core gameplay. Catherine: Full Body launches on Sony’s PlayStation 4 on September 3, 2019. Customers who pre-order […]
Earlier today, the official Fire Force anime website updated with a new cast member. The series will add the following: Konro Sagamiya: Tomoaki Maeno A visual for the character was also revealed, which you can check out below. Fire Force will hit Japanese TV on July 5. The series will air as part of TBS […]
Earlier today, Nikkei reported that Aniplex established a subsidiary in Shanghai. The organization intends to launch “full-scale production” of animated projects in China, as well as direct sales of character merchandise. According to Nikkei, Aniplex’s market is expected to grow beyond three trillion yen ($26,929,982,046.68 USD) in total revenues this year. The article notes that, […]
Earlier today, game developer Niantic took to Twitter to stream a new trailer for the Ingress anime TV series. The 165-second promo previews the show’s English dub, and hypes the title’s launch on Netflix, which occurred today. Ingress originally aired in Fall 2018 as the launch title for Fuji TV’s +Ultra programming block. Yūhei Sakuragi […]
This week: a study of fan gatherings in the Greater Jakarta Area, the initial pitch for SARAZANMAI, and 25 years of Pride in Tokyo.
On April 23, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced new rule changes for their 2020 awards. The publisher announced that Rule Two, which states that any film that has a seven-day run in Los Angeles will be eligible, will remain unchanged. In the Animated Feature Film category, it was announced that the […]
The final episode of our 4-part watchalong of the fantasy epic Yona of the Dawn with Caitlin, Peter, and special guest Gabriella.
Earlier today, the Mecha-Ude anime staff took to Kickstarter to announce that a sequel is in the works. Citing a favorable reception, staffer Shuichi confirmed that the reception to the pilot was strong, and that the team is working toward producing a sequel. As a means to grow awareness for the brand, TriF Studio, who […]
Earlier today, the official Re:Stage! Dream Days anime website updated with a new teaser trailer, as well as several new staff members, and details on the show’s theme songs. We break the details down below. Trailer The 74-second promo introduces the main cast members, as the show’s theme song plays as a background track. Staff […]
Earlier today, the official 7Seeds anime website updated with three new cast members. The series will add the following: Takashi: Sho Hayami Mark Ibaraki: Kazuyuki Okitsu Maria Miki: Minako Kotobuki Visuals for the characters were also revealed, which you can check out below. Yukio Takahashi (Dog & Scissors) will direct the series at Gonzo, with […]
Earlier today, the official Tokunana (Keishichō Tokumu-bu Tokushu Kyōaku-han Taisaku-Shitsu Dai-Nana-ka -Tokunana-, lit. Metropolitan Police Department Special Division Heinous Crime Investigation Unit Special 7: Tokunana) anime website updated with a new cast member. The series will add Toshiyuki Morikawa as Sakon Zeroemon “Boss” Kiryūin. A visual for the character was also revealed, which you can […]
Earlier today, the official Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress anime website updated with a new trailer for upcoming sequel film Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: Unato Decisive Battle (Kōtetsujō no Kabaneri: Unato Kessen). The 85-second promo highlights the film’s action scenes, with character dialogue providing the major story beats. Opening theme song Sakase ya Sakase […]
Sound! Euphonium drew an audience of sapphic women due to the heavily implied romantic relationship between its two leads, but the show ultimately failed to deliver. Years later, however, the spin-off film Liz and the Blue Bird, centered around side characters Nozomi and Mizore, provides audiences with the explicit queer representation many Euphonium viewers found themselves lacking.
Earlier today, the official KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World! (Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku o!) anime website updated with new details on upcoming film Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku o! Kurenai Densetsu (KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World! Crimson Legend). The site reveals that the feature will hit Japanese theaters on August […]
Earlier today, an official website for a new Free! compilation film, titled Free! ~Road to the World~ Yume opened its doors. The site includes a key visual and trailer, as well as details on the main cast and crew members attached to the project. We break the details down below. Trailer The 30-second teaser cuts […]
On April 25, the official Rifle Is Beautiful anime website updated with a new key visual, as well as the main cast and crew members attached to the project. We break the details down below. Key Visual The image features the four main characters standing proudly with their weapons at the ready. Staff Masanori Takahashi […]
On April 23, Toonami’s official Facebook page announced that Lupin The Third: Part 5 will hit the block on June 15. As of press time, a time slot has yet to be announced. The series hit Japanese TV in the Spring 2018 broadcast season. Yuichiro Yano (Lupin the Third Part 4, Aikatsu! movie) was tapped […]
