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  • Yuichiro Umehara Hospitalized for Rare Autoimmune Disease

    Oof… this is never good. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Umehara-san. Earlier today, talent agency Arts Vision reported that actor Yuichiro Umehara was hospitalized. Umehara was diagnosed with acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), a rare autoimmune disease. The actor has gone on indefinite hiatus, as he receives treatment. Arts Vision will announce when Umehara […]

  • “Angels of Death” Anime’s Theme Song Artists Announced

    It looks like even the angels of death like to have a little music in their lives. Earlier today, the official Angels of Death (Satsuriku no Tenshi) anime website updated with details on the show’s theme songs. Masaaki Endoh will perform the show’s intro, while Haruka Chisuga and DECO*27 will provide the closing theme. Angels […]

  • The Master of Ragnarok & Blesser of Einherjar Anime Casts Kanon Takao as Linnea

    It looks like it’s time for a little change of plans. Earlier today, the official The Master of Ragnarok & Blesser of Einherjar (Hyakuren no Haō to Seiyaku no Valkyria) anime website announced that Linnea will be played by Kanon Takao. Yurie Funato was was originally slated to play the role, though she was removed […]

  • “Baki” Anime Gets Second Trailer & 5 Cast Members

    It’s time to meet the convicts who will work to destroy the world’s greatest battler. Earlier today, the official Baki anime website updated with several new cast members and a teaser trailer. We break the details down below: Trailer The 82-second promo highlights the five convicts that Baki must face down, as well as their […]

  • Fate/stay Night: Heaven’s Feel II Gets Full Visual, New Trailer

    The fates shall align once again this year. Earlier today, the official Fate/stay night: Heaven’s Feel film trilogy’s website updated with a new trailer and key visual for the upcoming second film. We break the details down below: Trailer The 30-second teaser flashes through several tense scenes, as a powerful symphonic piece plays in the […]

  • “Okko’s Inn” Gets English-Subbed Trailer

    I guess it’s time to go gaga over Okko’s Inn. Earlier today, GAGA International started streaming a subtitled trailer for Okko’s Inn (Waka Okami wa Shōgakusei!). The minute-long promo sees Seiran Kobayashi introducing the main plot points, as a gentle piano melody plays in the background. Okko’s Inn will make its western debut at the […]

  • Project Bean Bandit Teases New Art In Video

    We’re getting another fleeting glimpse of the legendary Bean Bandit. Yesterday, the official Project Bean Bandit Twitter account updated with a new teaser video. The 10-second clip offers a brief view of a color still, before a hand covers the camera lens. The tweet reads “I said it’s not [Gunsmith]! Bean! Bandit!” 「ガンスミ」じゃないってば!豆!山賊! https://t.co/4AdLceALOj — […]

  • How Princess Tutu shatters the “rival” trope

    Since the rival trope goes back to fairy tales, it’s no surprise that Princess Tutu involves a pair of dueling princesses. But as the rules of the story break down, the designated rival becomes so much more: a strong and loving young woman, a good friend, and the heroine of her own story.

  • The Master of Ragnarok & Blesser of Einherjar Anime Gets First Teaser Trailer

    It’s a first look at a whole new world… er… if you haven’t read the novels yet! Earlier today, the The Master of Ragnarok & Blesser of Einherjar (Hyakuren no Haō to Seiyaku no Valkyria) anime website updated with a new teaser trailer. The 33-second promo offers a quick look at the show in action, […]

  • Angolmois: Genkō Kassen-ki Anime Gets 9 New Cast Members, Theme Songs Also

    It’s time to go back! Back to the past! Earlier today, the official Angolmois: Genkō Kassen-ki anime website updated with nine new cast members. The series, as well as details on the show’s theme songs. We break the details down below: Casting The series will add the following: Onitakemaru: Rikiya Koyama Shiraishi Kazuhisa: Kenji Nomura […]

  • Hollywood “Tiger & Bunny” Film In Production; New Staff Announced

    It looks like Hero TV is opening an American branch. Earlier today, Bandai Namco Pictures revealed two new production partners for the Hollywood adaptation of Tiger & Bunny. Global Road Entertainment and Weed Road Pictures signed on as partners for the project. Through the partnership, Weed Road Pictures’ Akiva Goldsman and Global Road Entertainment President […]

  • Sayaka Ohara, Mikako Komatsu Join “Hanebad!” Anime Cast

    Two new players are making their way to the court for a summer pick-up game. Earlier today, the official Hanebad! (The Badminton play of Ayano Hanesaki!) anime website updated with two new cast members. The series will add the following: Uraka Hanesaki: Sayaka Ohara Miyako Tarōmaru: Mikako Komatsu Visuals for both characters were also revealed, […]

  • IG Port Partners With NTT Plala in Capital Venture

    Two giants are coming together to make anime… I don’t see a downside yet. Yesterday, IG Port and internet provider NTT Plala announced that they’re entering a joint capital venture. The agreement, which will see Plala picking up 4.98% of IG Port’s outstanding shares, will see the two companies banding together to produce new content. […]

  • “Mirai of the Future” Adds Masaharu Fukuyama to Cast

    Ah, I spy another who can see the future! Earlier today, the Mirai of the Future anime film’s staff revealed a new cast member. The film will add musician Masaharu Fukuyama as a character known only as “young man” as of press time. The character will be a key figure in the feature, and has appeared […]

  • “One Room Second Season” Anime Gets Key Visual, Staff, & Premiere

    One room, two seasons, and several new faces await today. Earlier today, the official One Room anime website updated with new details on the show’s upcoming second season, titled One Room Second Season. A key visual, as well as new crew members and a première date were officially unveiled. We break the details down below. […]

  • [Links] 2-8 May 2018: Trans Legal Battles, Azur Lane Korea, and Inside Mari

    This week: the fight for legal protection of trans individuals, Azur Lane Korea’s removal of an artist’s work after accusations that she supported feminist causes, and a discussion of Inside Mari.

  • “Kyōto Teramachi Sanjō no Holmes” Anime Gets 3 New Cast Members

    It appears that Kyoto’s starting to get quite lively at this time of year. Earlier today, the official Kyōto Teramachi Sanjō no Holmes anime website updated three new cast members. The series will add the following: Akito Kawajira: Ryohei Kimura Ensei: Koji Yusa Rikyu Toshiyama: Sanae Kobayashi Visuals for the players were also revealed, which […]

  • “Conception” Anime Gets New Teaser Trailer

    Today, we get mere inklings of things to come for this game adaptation. Earlier today, the official Conception: Ore no Kodomo o Undekure! anime website updated with a new teaser trailer. The minute-long promo flashes through various character portraits, as a high-temp rock track plays in the background. Conception: Ore no Kodomo o Undekure! will […]

  • Amazon Starts Selling SimulDubs for My Hero Academia Season 3, 1 more

    I guess UA High’s even taking a trip to Amazon this year. Earlier today, online retailer Amazon updated with listings for two new shows in Funimation’s SimulDub lineup. The following are available for purchase from the retailers: My Hero Academia Season 3 Full Metal Panic! Invisible Victory My Hero Academia‘s third season launched on April […]

  • Free! Dive to the Future Anime Gets First Visual, Trailers, Cast, & Crew

    The boys of the Iwatobi Swim Club are back for another season… and it’s coming up quick! Earlier today, an official website for upcoming anime Free! Dive to the Future opened their doors. The site includes a key visual and two teaser videos, along with the show’s main cast and crew. We break the details […]