On November 16, J-Novel Club announced that they will launch a new publishing imprint, named “Heart.” The label will be devoted to shojo titles when it officially kicks off. In addition, J-Novel Club revealed three new acquisitions, which will launch the Heart imprint, as well as two titles that are in final negotiations: Tearmoon Empire […]
On November 16, J-Novel Club announced that they will launch a new publishing imprint named “Legend”. The label will be dedicated to titles published by Kodansha. In addition, J-Novel Club revealed five titles that they acquired, which will launch with the Legend label: The Economics of Prophecy by Norafukurou and Illustrator Rei Shichiwa Kobold King […]
Earlier today, the official Plunderer anime website updated with a new key visual and a trailer. We break the details down below. Trailer The seven-and-a-half minute promo previews Shizuka Itou and Yuichiro Umehara’s performances as Nana and Jail Murdoch, respectively. The teaser then cuts to an extended cast interview with the two actors. Key Visual […]
On November 16, the Pluto TV streaming platform launched a channel dedicated to Naruto on their service. The channel, which is currently available on Channel 677, features a commercial-supported linear feed of the Naruto TV series. Episodes are available in subtitled format. VIZ Media announced the news at their Anime NYC panel, and on Twitter. […]
Earlier today, the Megalobox anime staff hosted a panel at Anime NYC. During the event, the hosts announced that the series will get a sequel, titled Megalobox_2. A trailer was shown during the panel, which you can check out below. Just announced at @animenyc! @MEGALOBOX_ 2 in development! pic.twitter.com/twB67yjVAD — TMS Entertainment (@tmsanime) November 16, […]
Fabien Perissinotto [CC BY-SA 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)] Earlier today, Japanese news agencies reported that Leiji Matsumoto is in recovery after being admitted to a hospital in Italy. Reports from Japan are conflicting as of press time: According to the Mainichi Shimbun and Kyodo, the artist did not suffer a stroke yesterday, and that “there were no […]
Fabien Perissinotto [CC BY-SA 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)] Earlier today, Italian news sources reported that prolific manga artist and creator Leiji Matsumoto was hospitalized in Turin, Italy. Corriere della Sera reports that it is suspected that he suffered a stroke, and is in serious condition. Matsumoto is currently undergoing a medical examination and the prognosis remains unclear […]
Earlier today, the official Laid-Back Camp anime website updated with a new key visual for upcoming anime series Heya Camp (Room Camp), as well as details on the show’s premiere date and theme song artists. We break the details down below. Key Visual The image features the show’s three leads against a woven rug motif, […]
Earlier today, Pony Canyon hosted an industry panel at Anime NYC. During the event, the publisher announced that rhythm game DEEMO will get an anime film adaptation, titled DEEMO The Movie. An official website for the project opened its doors, which features The first cast and crew members, a key visual, and a trailer for […]
Throughout the series, My Roommate is a Cat depicts Subaru’s social anxiety and his efforts to manage it in a realistic manner. As he and his adopted cat Haru grow closer, he learns to cope and develop warm friendships.
Earlier today, the official A Destructive God Sits Next to Me anime website updated with details on the show’s theme songs. Singing duo “all at once” will perform the show’s opening theme, which is untitled as of press time. Idol group AŌP will handle closing theme song Freedom de Muda ni Muteki!!. Freedom de Muda […]
Earlier today, an official website opened its doors for an anime adaptation of Yoshino Origuchi’s Monster Girl Doctor (Monster Musume no Oisha-san) light novels. The first trailer and visual, as well as the main staffers were revealed. We break the details down below. Trailer The 42-second promo offers a brief look at several settings within […]
FAKE is a BL mystery-drama manga originally published between 1994 and 2000. The dominant emotional line throughout the series is the evolving relationship between detectives Dee and Ryo. However, just as important as the mysteries and the growing romance is the found family that the detectives build and the support it provides them.
On November 12, Sega announced that they will host a live streaming event for Project Sakura Wars (Shin Sakura Taisen). The event, which will kick off on November 20 at 20:00 JST (11/20/2019 at 6:00AM EST, 3:00AM PST), is slated to run for ninety minutes. The show will be the eigth in a series of […]
Earlier today, the official Dorohedoro anime website updated with six new cast members. The series will add the following: Kikurage: Mayu Udono Risu: Songdo Tanba: Tetsu Inada Turkey: Shinichiro Miki Asu: Hozumi Gōda Chōta: Anri Katsu Dorohedoro will hit Japanese TV on January 12, 2020. The series will launch at 24:00 (1/13/2019 at Midnight) on […]
Earlier today, the official JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure anime website updated with a new trailer for the Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan (Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai) OVAs. The 82-second promo features footage from episodes 4 and 5 of the series, titled “Repentance Room” and “The Run”, which include several very muscular men working out in various stages […]
The latest issue of Weekly Famitsu magazine (11/21/2019 Issue) announced four new cast members, as well as several details on the general gameplay mechanics. We break the details down below. Cast The series will add the following: President G: Ryoutaro Okiayu Hinata Amamiya: Mariko Kouda Tekkan Amamiya: Shu Hayami Yattansai Mochizuki: Masaharu Satō Details on […]
Earlier today, the official Free! anime website announced that the upcoming “all-new” Free! movie was delayed. Due to “various circumstances,” the film was pushed back from its planned Summer 2020 premiere. A new release date will be announced at a later time, when it has been determined. According to the post, “the entire staff, including […]
