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Fans of anime know it well: a new dawn is upon us, with similar styles of animation and storytelling hailing from other countries that are not Japan. One of the titles that made it abundantly clear was Solo Leveling. The hit anime series is not based on a manga, but rather a manwha — a manga-style comic book made in South Korea. Even though Solo Leveling brought this type of adaptation to mainstream conversations, another popular title trod the same path before it: Tower of God. If you don't know it, you will be glad to know that Hulu is bringing Season 1 of the series to its catalog on May 27.

The fact that Tower of God and Solo Leveling hail from South Korea has sparked discussions about whether the series can actually be considered anime, but it all comes down to where the show is produced. In both cases, the production team is Japanese and,...

A brand-new key visual released for See You Tomorrow at the Food Court today confirmed that the upcoming slice-of-life anime will begin airing in July 2025 . The series stars Yoshino Aoyama and Hiyori Miyazaki as Yamamoto and Wada, respectively, both of whom are depicted below. See You Tomorrow at the Food Court Key Visual Related: See You Tomorrow at the Food Court Anime Adds Saori Hayami, Jun Fukuyama to Cast Based on the manga by Shinichiro Nariie, Kazuomi Koga ( Rent-a-Girlfriend ) directs the See You Tomorrow at the Food Court anime at studio Atelier Pontdarc, with series composition by Jukki Hanada ( The Dangers in My Heart ), character designs and chief animation direction by Kyuta Sakai ( Re:zero -Starting Life in Another World- ) and music by Kana Utatane ( Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! ). Yen Press publishes an official English version of the original manga and describes the story: To their classmates, Wada is...

Upcoming fantasy light novel adaptation Hero Without a Class: Who Even Needs Skills?! has revealed a pair of new cast additions. In the series, voice actors Saori Hayami (Marlefiss in The Unaware Atelier Meister ) and Sumire Uesaka (Konami Amanatsu in Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! ) play the roles of Raina and Riria , respectively. The series will broadcast in Japan in 2025. Raina Riria Related: Hero Without a Class Anime Confirms 2025 Release The original Hero Without a Class: Who Even Needs Skills!? light novels are written by Shichio Kuzu, illustrated by Yumehito Ueda and published in Japan by Earth Star Entertainment under their Earth Star Novel imprint. One Peace Books also publishes an English language version of the manga with artwork by Akio Nanae. Kaoru Yabana directs the TV anime at Studio A-Cat. Chabo Higurashi provides the series composition, Hiroto Morishita provides the sound direction and Kento Asahina provides the music. Hero...

Netflix has announced that the recent anime film adaptation of The Rose Of Versailles will stream globally on the platform on April 30.

The official X account of Netflix Anime revealed the news alongside an English-subtitled trailer.

The anime film originally premiered in Japan on Jan 31, 2025.

Cast includes:

Miyuki Sawashiro as Oscar François de Jarjayes Aya Hirano as Marie Antoinette Toshiyuki Toyonaga as André Grandier Kazuki Kato as Hans Axel von Fersen Shunsuke Takeuchi as Alain de Soissons Takuya Eguchi as Florian de Gerodelle Miyu Irino as Bernard Châtelet Fukushi Ochiai as Louis XVI Banjo Ginga as General Jarjayes Mayumi Tanaka as Maron Glacé Mont Blan Fumi Hirano as Madame Noailles Hochu Otsuka as Louis Xv Saori Hayami as Rosalie Jin Yamanoi as Colonel d’Agout Akio Otsuka as General Bouille Sumi Shimamoto as Madame Jarjayes Kensho Ono as Robespierre

The film is directed by Ai Yoshimura, and produced by studio Mappa.

Fantasy anime Bye Bye, Earth kicks off its second season on April 4. To celebrate the premiere—and to help viewers get caught up—Wowow has released a nine-minute recap video, walking us through all the action of season 1. The new video is narrated by voice actress Saori Hayami, who played the sheltered but extraordinarily talented singer Shelly. Bye Bye, Earth Season 1 Recap Video Related: Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho Anime Unveils New Trailer Yasuto Nishikata ( Hortensia Saga ) directs Bye Bye, Earth at studio Liden Films, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( Strike the Blood ), character designs by Yuki Hino and music by Kevin Penkin ( Tower of God ). The series is based on the novel written by Tow Ubukata and illustrated by Yoshitaka Amano. Crunchyroll streams the first season of the anime and describes the story: Belle Lablac doesn’t really fit in as the only human being...

The Tamon’s B-Side rom-com anime adaptation was on display during AnimeJapan 2025, bringing with it a pair of fun new previews. In addition to a character trailer featuring some of the main cast members, the official accounts shared a teaser music video for the series’ main vocal group F/Ace’s “F/Ace Off” song. Tamon’s B-Side Character Trailer Tamon’s B-Side F/Ace Music Video Related: Tamon's B-Side Anime Reveals Teaser Visual, More Staff Tamon's B-Side 's confirmed cast includes: Utage Kinoshita voiced by Saori Hayami Tamon Fukuhara voiced by Kakeru Hatano Ouri Sakaguchi voiced by Shoya Chiba Keito Tachibana voiced by Tasuku Hatanaka Natsuki Ishibashi voiced by Kohei Amasaki Rintaro Kai voiced by Ryuho Nagaoka Based on the manga by Yuki Shiwasu, Chika Nagaoka ( Case Closed: The Fist of Blue Sapphire ) directs Tamon's B-Side at studio J.C.Staff, with Chiaki Nagai ( 22/7 (nanabun no nijyuuni) ) on series...

Ahead of the slice-of-life anime's broadcast sometime this year, See You Tomorrow at the Food Court today added Saori Hayami and Jun Fukuyama to its tray of cast members as Saito, Wada's classmate who takes her time putting on makeup, and Duke Abel, a quirky character from Wada's social game of choice, respectively. The series stars Yoshino Aoyama as Yamamoto and Hiyori Miyazaki as Wada. Saito Duke Abel Related: See You Tomorrow at the Food Court Anime Reveals Teaser Trailer, Two Main Voice Cast Members Based on the manga by Shinichiro Nariie, Kazuomi Koga ( Rent-a-Girlfriend ) directs the See You Tomorrow at the Food Court anime at studio Atelier Pontdarc, with series composition by Jukki Hanada ( The Dangers in My Heart ), character designs and chief animation direction by Kyuta Sakai ( Re:zero -Starting Life in Another World- ) and music by Kana Utatane ( Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! ). Yen Press publishes...

Ahead of a July 2025 release, the official anime website and accounts for With You and the Rain today revealed six more cast members. The slice-of-life series' confirmed cast list is now as follows: Fuji voiced by Saori Hayami (Yor in Spy X Family ) You voiced by Anna Mugiho (Alpaca in Love Live! School Idol Project ) Mimi voiced by Yuna Kamakura Ren voiced by Satomi Sato Kii voiced by Yuzu Yumoto Tatsuo voiced by Yoji Ueda Michiko voiced by Mie Sonozaki Teru voiced by Kikunosuke Toya Wako voiced by Yumiri Hanamori Veterinarian voiced by Chafurin Related: With You and the Rain Anime Reveals Cast and Staff, Release Date Based on the manga by Ko Nikaido, Tomohiro Tsukimisato directs With You and the Rain at studio Lesprit, with series composition by Toko Machida ( Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan ) and character designs by Ayano Owada ( Bikkurimen ). The With You and the Rain manga...

The official anime website and accounts for Kunon the Sorcerer Can See today unveiled a brand-new teaser visual and the fantasy series' main cast, which includes Saori Hayami (Shinobu in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba ) as Kunon and Maaya Uchida (Katarina in My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! ) as Iko. The pair will appear at an AnimeJapan 2025 stage event on March 23. A release date and production staff members are yet to be confirmed. Kunon the Sorcerer Can See Teaser Visual Related: Kunon the Sorcerer Can See Anime Adaptation Announced First published in March 2022 by Kadokawa, Umikaze Minamino and Laruha's Kunon the Sorcerer Can See light novel series currently spans seven volumes. LA-na's manga adaptation has published five volumes to date while being serialized in Monthly Comic Alive. Yen Press publishes an official English version of the novels and describes the story: Genius sorcerer Kunon has...

Now in the anime's 10th anniversary year, the first main trailer and key visual for One-Punch Man Season 3 was released today showcasing the aura of its many heroes. The new trailer confirms Season 3 will begin airing in October 2025 . One-Punch Man Season 3 Trailer One-Punch Man Season 3 Key Visual (Strongest ver.) The confirmed voice cast members include: Saitama voiced by Makoto Furukawa Genos voiced by Kaito Ishikawa Terrible Tornado voiced by Aoi Yuki Silverfang voiced by Kazuhiro Yamaji Atomic Samurai voiced by Kenjiro Tsuda Child Emperor voiced by Minami Takayam King voiced by Hiroki Yasumoto Zombieman voiced by Takahiro Sakurai Pig God voiced by Daisuke Namikawa Superalloy Blackluster voiced by Satoshi Hino Flashy Flash voiced by Kosuke Toriumi Puri-Puri Prisoner voiced by Masaya Onosaka Handsome Kamen Amai Mask voiced by Mamoru Miyano Hellish Blizzard voiced by Saori Hayami Related: One-Punch Man Season 3 Anime Confirms 2025 Release Studio J.C.Staff, which produced the second...

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is one of the biggest anime franchises in history, and fans are eagerly waiting to see what’s next for Tanjiro and company!

Following the final episode of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc in Japan (also known as Season 4 on Netflix), the series’ official accounts revealed that a Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle movie trilogy will be released instead, adapting the final arc of the popular manga series into anime.

Keep reading to find out more…

There will not be a Season 5 in the TV show, but rather a trilogy of theatrical movies to conclude the series.

Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment have acquired the trilogy of movies for a global theatrical release, excluding select Asian territories and Japan.

An official trailer for Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle was released on June 30, 2024.

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Demon Slayerfans won't have too long to wait until the next exciting anime entry, with the Infinity Castle movie finally receiving an official release date, among other news.

Via its official YouTube channel on March 1, 2025, Aniplex revealed that Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle will be released in Japan on Jul. 18, 2025. The release comes over six years since the anime series premiered in April 2019, promising excitement, emotion and a thrilling climax to the anime franchise. Readers can check out the new Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle visual and announcement trailer below.

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We don't have a release date for rom-com anime Tamon's B-Side just yet, but Utage is already helping her favorite idol through the city in a brand-new teaser visual unveiled today. Additional staff members were also confirmed. The series will be exhibited at AnimeJapan 2025 on March 22-23 at the Shochiku booth and at a stage event held at the King Records booth with cast members in attendance. Tamon's B-Side Teaser Visual Tamon's B-Side 's confirmed cast includes: Utage Kinoshita voiced by Saori Hayami Tamon Fukuhara voiced by Kakeru Hatano Ouri Sakaguchi voiced by Shoya Chiba Keito Tachibana voiced by Tasuku Hatanaka Natsuki Ishibashi voiced by Kohei Amasaki Rintaro Kai voiced by Ryuho Nagaoka Related: Romantic Comedy Manga Tamon's B-Side Gets Anime Adaptation Based on the manga by Yuki Shiwasu, Chika Nagaoka ( Case Closed: The Fist of Blue Sapphire ) directs Tamon's B-Side at studio J.C.Staff, with series composition and scripts by...

More than two years after its initial announcement , the official anime website and accounts for April Showers Bring May Flowers today unveiled a new teaser trailer that confirms the romantic-comedy series' main cast and staff and a July 2025 broadcast. A teaser visual was also released. April Showers Bring May Flowers Teaser Trailer April Showers Bring May Flowers Teaser Visual April Showers Bring May Flowers ' confirmed cast is as follows: Hana Tabata voiced by Saori Hayami Yosuke Ueno voiced by Simba Tsuchiya Sumire Uguisudani voiced by Yoshino Aoyama Tetsuo Gotanda voiced by Yoshimasa Hosoya Hana Tabata Yosuke Ueno Sumire Uguisudani Tetsuo Gotanda Related: Hotel Inhumans Anime Opens Its Doors in July 2025 Based on the manga by Roku Sakura, Mirai Minato ( The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated! ) serves as director and series composer at studio Silver Link., with character designs by Miwa Oshima ( My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!

The official website for Miru: Paths to My Future , an upcoming original TV anime project produced by Japanese diesel engine and heavy machinery manufacturer Yanmar, announced the main voice cast members and synopsis for each of the five episodes. Episode 079: “Stardust Memory” Synopsis: Yoshimura, a space janitor who has spent 10 years collecting space debris is urged to retire by his boss, due to advances in AI technology. His replacement is a young pilot named Umi. While Umi takes her training seriously, Yoshimura remains unmotivated. However, the two soon find themselves facing a critical emergency. Main Voice Cast: Yoshimura voiced by Koichi Yamadera Umi Nagahama voiced by Saori Hayami Sdk/Kanon voiced by Mariya Ise Sanders voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Jackson voiced by Tsuyoshi Koyama Mr. Onion voiced by Kenichi Ogata Narrator by Mari Yokoo Episode 101: “The King of the Forest” Synopsis: Mario, who lives in a tropical rainforest,...

Isekai anime has completely taken over the medium, for better or worse, leaving several of the new/returning anime of each season as entries in the genre. Most anime aficionados are familiar with the archetypes of isekai, namely the idea of overpowered protagonists. This idea has become increasingly trite over the years, namely when a character's power level is intentionally hidden, but a few anime showcase how it can work.

Some of the best isekai make it logical for the protagonists to hide their powers, especially given the rules of this world. This can be seen in Tanya the Evil, where the main character is incredibly pragmatic about her presence. Though the anime isn't an isekai, Solo Leveling also showcased a time when the protagonist needed to hide their powers. Even an isekai parody anime was a great example of this necessary humility, proving that what's become a mere trope...

This article discusses characters from episodes 1-6 of the Sakamoto Days anime and will contain spoilers.

Tms Entertainment's Sakamoto Days is Netflix's newest hit anime, barreling through winter 2025 every Saturday with a new episode full of fun and laughs. Every minute contains an endless slew of silliness that keeps viewers coming back every week to witness Taro Sakamoto's insane feats of impossible strength against new enemies who are just as ridiculously powerful and entertaining.

Sakamoto Days is full of wild assassins who fill every moment they're on-screen with addictive fun that never gets old, as each assassin has their own unique gimmick and personality that make them stand out. Every hitman the audience has encountered so far has left a lasting impression on viewers; the question isn't how Sakamoto will beat them, but who will remain a fan favorite despite their inevitable defeat.

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The release date for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Arc will be officially announced on March 1, 2025, at 7 p.m. Jst during a special event titled Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Arc: Corps Assembly.

The event will be streamed for free on Aniplex’s official YouTube channel and will feature anime’s cast members, and fan-focused activities.

Event Overview:

The program will kick off with an opening ceremony featuring key voice actors Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro Kamado), Akari Kito (Nezuko Kamado), Hiro Shimono (Zenitsu Agatsuma), and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Inosuke Hashibira).

Another highlight is a segment where Hiro Shimono and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, along with other participants, will attempt to eat a combined total of 1,000 bowls of wanko soba. Eighty pre-registered fans will also get the chance to take part in the challenge.

The event will also include the All Corps Members Rank Advancement Test, which will quiz participants on Demon Slayer trivia,...

The anime adaptation of Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentōshō, based on Moto’o Nakanishi’s novel series, will begin airing on March 31. It will feature an ending song titled ‘Sen-ya Ichi-ya feat. Izumi Nakasone (Hy)’ by Hilcrhyme. The premiere will be a one-hour special airing on Tokyo Mx at 9:30 p.m. Jst, followed by Bs Fuji on April 1 at midnight Jst, and Mbs on April 1 at 1:30 a.m. Jst.

After the first episode, the series will move to a regular timeslot, starting on April 7 on Tokyo Mx and April 8 on Mbs and Bs Fuji. The anime will run for two consecutive cours.

Originally, the anime was set to debut in July 2024 but was delayed due to production issues. Taku Yashiro voices the lead character Jinta, with Reina Ueda as Suzune and Saori Hayami as Shirayuki.

The show is being directed by Kazuya Aiura, with Deko Akao handling...

Spy x Family creator Tatsuya Endo recently kicked off February with a brand-new installment of his beloved manga series. However, the author felt compelled to issue a formal apology on social media regarding the new chapter's length.

Compared to previous installments, Chapter 111 is a relatively short episode that peers into the mind of Anya Forger, the series' adorable child telepath. Shortly after the manga's release, Endo issued a public fan message via his verified X (formerly Twitter) page. "I apologize, due to the year-end and New Year's proofreading schedule, the pages have become extremely short, but considering the content, we are treating it as part of the main story," he wrote. "Thank you for your understanding." The post was accompanied by a humorous illustration of Anya as a butterfly, which also serves as a subtle nod to the chapter's contents.

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Sakamoto Daysis a delightful new anime series blending action and slice of life through its main duo: Taro Sakamoto the convenience store worker and his new friend/employee, Shin. Sakamoto is an unusual and memorable shonen anime protagonist. Taro is an ex hit man who got married, settled into domestic life, and even got a "dad bod" to distance himself from his vicious past. Even then, Taro Sakamoto has all the skills of an elite fighter, and sometimes, lets those skills shine through his humble facade.

Sakamoto is practically unique in the world of anime, but there are some characters out there who share some broad similarities with him. These characters share Sakamoto's general vibe, from elite fighters who voluntarily gave up their violent lifestyle to become peaceful members of society, to warriors who can handle themselves in a brawl but vastly prefer peace – and encourage others to embrace peace and love,...

The official website and accounts for With You and the Rain today revealed the upcoming slice-of-life anime's main cast and production staff, along with a snowy key visual and a planned July 2025 broadcast debut. With You and the Rain Key Visual (Winter ver.) The With You and the Rain anime's confirmed cast is as follows: Fuji voiced by Saori Hayami (Yor in Spy X Family ) Mimi voiced by Yuna Kamakura Ren voiced by Satomi Sato (Wendy in Fairy Tail ) Krause Ella Kii voiced by Yuzu Yumoto Related: With You and the Rain Anime Announced for 2025 Based on the manga by Ko Nikaido, Tomohiro Tsukimisato directs With You and the Rain at studio Lesprit, with series composition by Toko Machida ( Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan ) and character designs by Ayano Owada ( Bikkurimen ). The With You and the Rain manga has been serialized in Weekly Young Magazine since August 2020 and currently spans seven collected volumes,...

The classic anime The Rose of Versailles returns at the end of this month! The new film adaptation of Riyoko Ikeda's historical drama is scheduled to release in cinemas in Japan on January 31. Today, a new trailer has been released, focusing on Oscar François de Jarjayes, along with seven new cast members. Check out the trailer, featuring major moments from Lady Oscar's life as seen in the upcoming film: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Trailer Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Welcomes Three New Cast Members New cast additions, pictured above, include: Top row, left to right: Madame Noailles voiced by Fumi Hirano (Lum in 1981's Urusei Yatsura ) Louis Xv voiced by Hochu Otsuka (Yazan Gable in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam ) Rosalie voiced by Saori Hayami (Shinobu Kocho in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba ) Middle row, left to right: Colonel d'Agout voiced by Jin Yamanoi (King...

There is no shortage of romance anime dynamics in any genre. However, shonen romances have often shown relationships getting their start when the male protagonist has feelings first. While it doesn’t always happen this way, many male main characters begin their crushes before the female leads. This has remained a popular trope that continues to have its fans to this day.

The best shonen romances where the guy falls first typically feature underdog main characters who see their love interests as too out of their league. The male protagonists are shy initially but grow to have more confidence in the end. This trope is fairly prevalent in romance anime, but these shonen stories are among the best.

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Romance is a huge anime genre. While fluffy and cozy romance will always have its place, there are plenty of romance anime with high stakes where far worse can happen beyond a broken heart. Sometimes the stakes have everything to do with the romance, and sometimes it means something as catastrophic as the end of the world.

In a high fantasy romance, a princess may need to team up with her devoted bodyguard to restore her kingdom from a despot. Other fantasy anime stories revolve around fated lovers who lose their lives and find each other over and over. Even contemporary romance couples have a lot to lose should they fail in their goals.

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Much like shojo heroines, shojo male leads also have stunning designs that leave viewers breathless. Many series in the shojo realm has their shojo heroines paired with an equally stunning looking male lead. Although appearances make a character appealing, their personality also contributes to just how dashing these characters are.

Fortunately, with the wide variety of shojo stories out there, there are plenty of shojo male leads that are not only visually appealing but also have an all-around green-flag personality to match with them. Many of these shojo male leads are considerate and patient, even if some of them come off as a little cold at first.

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Zen Wistaria Is a Dashing Young Prince With a Selfless Heart Anime: Snow White With the Red Hair

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Fans of Spy x Family have received an exciting new update ahead of the anime's return, with official staff revealing Season 3's release window during Jump Festa 2025.

The major Jump Festa 2025 event, held this weekend in Japan, announced the highly anticipated return of the Spy x Family anime series, with Season 3 set to air this coming October, although a specific date has yet to be confirmed. The announcement was quickly followed by a post to Spy x Family's official X (formerly Twitter) account. New artwork was released alongside the news showing fan-favorite character Anya grinning cheerfully and holding up a peace sign, with her faithful dog Bond by her side likewise posing for the photo. This special celebratory art was drawn by Kazuaki Shimada, the anime series' character designer and chief animation director.

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Ranma and Akane fromRanma ½are known for their hilarious and fun dynamic,andthere areplenty of other anime couplesout there whoshare the same playful romance.While Ranma and Akane do argue and butt heads a lot, what makes the relationship stand out is how they end up growing closer and learning how best to care for each other despite their differences.

First impressions aren't alwayseverything,and given time, those who seem like complete opposites may find more similarities that make them compatible than they could have initially imagined. A lot of anime explore the enemies-to-lovers trope, which means there is plenty out there to enjoy for those who really enjoy Ranma and Akane's rocky and hilarious yet endearing relationship.

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Anime has no shortage of incredibly iconic characters who get fans hyped and move loads of merchandise. Given the success these high-profile characters have brought to their creators, fans might be surprised to learn that their creators aren't always enamored with them. The biggest names behind fan-favorite anime and manga series all have wildly different relationships to their most popular creations.

While some anime and manga creators absolutely love the characters they've crafted, others delight in revealing that some of their most popular characters are the ones they hate the most. Sometimes this is evident in the stories themselves, with the creator finding excuses to keep fan favorites out of the limelight. Still, regardless of how their creators feel, the icons of anime and manga always find a way to weasel themselves back to the forefront of their story and of fan attention.

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The girls of Witchy Precure! return next month, but they aren't alone! Today, a mysterious new character joins the cast. Voice actor Toshiyuki Toyonaga will be playing the role of Airu (spelling not yet confirmed), a mysterious new character who appears in the first episode. Anime fans may recognize Toyonaga for his many famous roles, including Yuri Katsuki in Yuri!!! on Ice and Popp in Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai . Related: Witchy Precure! TV Anime Sequel Releases Trailer Featuring Opening Song Related: Witchy Precure! TV Anime Sequel Shares New Poster Visual Maho Tsukai Precure!! ~ Mirai Days~ is set to premiere on ABC TV/TV Asahi networks' midnight programming block "ANiMAZiNG!!!" on January 11, 2025, at 26:00 (Jst). All of the four main voice cast members from the original series will reprise their roles. Saori Hayami will also play the role of Hisui, the mysterious girl who appears in the trailer. The...

When it comes to anime, characters use different methods of fighting in battle. Each of them specializes in something, whether it's with weapons, words or even fists. Various characters display excellent swordsmanship, manipulation of ki, and other spectacular and flashy means of engaging their opponents. But nothing is as satisfying as a good punch.

While some characters are known for their knockout power, others can be surprisingly strong in a pinch or even for comic relief. That said, unlike Saitama from One Punch Man, their strength isn't meant to be a (hilarious and genuinely entertaining) gag. And in contrast to a Goku or Vegeta, some of these characters aren't universally powerful, which would make everything they do stronger. Out of the many fist fights throughout different series, these are the ten characters with the strongest punches in all of shonen.

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Dandadan’s Okarun has proven to be one of the most powerful characters in the series. His ghostly abilities to move at lightning speed and his incredible durability have made him a perfect candidate to take down spirits and aliens alike. Okaun, in his spirit form, is so powerful that he could even defeat many of the best shonen heroes.

These heroes may be the best in their own shows, but Okarun has them beat in terms of strength and agility. If Okarun were to go head-to-head with any of these shonen characters, Okarun would certainly come out on top. He may have a nihilistic attitude, but he has the endurance to take down any of these shonen heroes with ease.

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It's no understatement to say that women are the backbone of anime, naturally making fans try to rank the greatest female anime characters. While male anime protagonists are still generally the norm, anime still offers a wealth of interesting female characters that can't help but steal the show. From strong leading ladies to heart-wrenching love interests, no matter the plot or genre of the anime, female anime characters have captured the hearts of fans.

Though stereotypes might reduce women in anime to one-dimensional love interests, the truth is that women in anime are just as diverse as their male counterparts. Though shojo anime is always a great source of female characters, even shonen anime has its share of interesting women. Great female characters can be found in every genre of anime, making ranking the best difficult. In a way, the best female anime characters can almost be considered a reflection...

Spy x Family Code: White, the hit anime movie by Wit Studio and CloverWorks, is arriving on multiple new streaming platforms next month, proving a solid choice for family viewing in time for the holiday season.

Oricon announced this week that Spy x Family Code: White was getting an expanded streaming rollout on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, U-Next and more. While a Prime Video release isn't confirmed for English-speaking regions, Netflix Anime posted an English-subbed film trailer on Nov. 18, confirming a release on Dec. 21, 2024. It has yet to be confirmed what countries the new Netflix release will be available in; the new trailer, seen below, is currently able to be viewed from the UK.

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Nissin Foods' official YouTube channel is now streaming a new anime commercial for its Donbei Kitsune Udon brand. The newest clip is inspired by the famous "I don't understand!" scene from the seventh episode of the When Supernatural Battles Became Commonplace TV anime. In the original episode, one of the heroines, Hatoko Kushikawa, takes out her long-suffering frustrations on the protagonist, Jurai Ando, in a two-minute long dialogue. In this commercial, Hatoko's frustration finally explodes when Jurai accepts to eat only the standard Donbei products, despite the fact that the brand has a variety of flavors. The two original anime voice cast members — Saori Hayami and Nobuhiko Okamoto —reprise their roles as Hatoko and Jurai, respectively. The original "I don't understand!" scene is available on Crunchyroll's official YouTube channel . Related: Feature: Cruising the Crunchy-Catalog: "When Supernatural Battles Became Commonplace" The TV anime adaptation of Kota Nozomi's supernatural romantic...

The official website for Maho Tsukai Precure!! ~ Mirai Days~ , the upcoming sequel to the 13th Precure TV series Witchy Precure! (known as Maho Tsukai Precure! / Maho Girls Precure! in Japan), began streaming a trailer featuring the opening theme song "Dokkin♢Mahou Tsukai PreCure!! Part 3 ~Mirai Days," performed by Rie Kitagawa . Kitagawa sang the original TV series' opening theme song in two versions — "Dokkin♢Mahou Tsukai PreCure!" for the first half of the series and "Dokkin♢Mahou Tsukai PreCure! Part 2" for the second half. "Part 3 ~Mirai Days" is a newly updated version of the song. Additionally, the ending theme song "Kisekira Link" will be sung by Cure Miracle (voiced by Rie Takahashi ), Cure Magical (voiced by Yui Horie ) and Cure Felice (voiced by Saori Hayami ). Maho Tsukai Precure!! ~ Mirai Days~ Trailer The synopsis written on the YouTube video description reads: Mirai and her friends, who miraculously reunited after several years, begin...

Naoko Yamada's A Silent Voice -- one of the most critically acclaimed and emotional anime movies to be released over the past decade -- is about to receive a theatrical re-release in the U.S., courtesy of New York-based distributor Gkids.

Wtk on X (formerly Twitter) shared that Kyoto Animation's iconic 2016 film A Silent Voice will be returning to theaters on Dec. 15 via a placeholder listing on the AMC Theatres website. Eleven Arts previously released the film in North America following its U.S. premiere at Anime Expo in 2017. Readers can check out the placeholder listing, presented by Gkids, below.

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Anime speeches can be some of the most exciting moments in the entire series. They usually feature a single character speaking to dozens, if not hundreds, of other characters at once, rallying their friends into a moment of pure bravery. Some speeches are much smaller in scale, but leave just as big of an impact on the people who heard them. No matter the nature of the speech, a character going on a several minute tirade to explain their ideals is always fun to watch.

Great anime speeches vary in their purpose. Some are used to encourage troops, others are to reveal hidden truths, but they're all incredibly meaningful. Speeches like Tanya's from Tanya the Evil highlight just how insanely committed their characters are to their cause. Speeches like Erwin Smith's from Attack on Titan also show a brave level of commitment, and are so unreasonably exciting, fans can't...

Strong characters are a dime a dozen in the world of anime, which is why it's so impressive when characters are able to compete with near-demi gods sheerly thanks to their intellect. While a lot of shows are about a strong character, or a character getting strong, smart characters have their own place among anime's elite. Characters like Shikamaru from Naruto are so smart, that they're able to overcome the biggest problems by simply using their brain. Other characters like Ayanokoji from Classroom of the Elite still use their intelligence, albeit for less noble means.

Intelligent characters in anime are always hard to understand. They're thinking a few steps ahead of everyone in their own series, and the viewer as well. It takes a lot of skill to write a character so smart that they're in a league of their own. Whenever an anime series does feature an extra-smart character,...

Jujutsu Kaisen is one of the most popular anime series in the world.

The manga series from Gege Akutami, published in Weekly Shonen Jump, was adapted into a hit anime series from Studio Mappa, spawning two seasons and a prequel movie, Jujutsu Kaisen 0.

From Crunchyroll: “Follow young Yuji Itadori in this dark supernatural action series as he begins training in the dangerous arts of jujutsu sorcery and explores the violent world of curses!”

Of course, fans are eagerly awaiting any news about the series.

Keep reading to find out more…

Season 3 is officially on the way, but there’s on release date set.

The show was officially renewed for a third season following the end of Season 2, which aired from July to December of 2023. Season 3 will adapt the manga’s Culling Games arc (chapters 159-221), via Games Radar.

The gap between Seasons 1 and 2 was around two years, meaning we’d...

KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! is the funniest isekai series of all time. It features one of the most frustratingly lovable cast of characters, a world filled with mystery, and some of the best writing in anime, all genres included. When Satou Kazuma is transported to his new world, he's allowed to bring any one thing with him. When the Goddess Aqua laughs at him during this process, he decides to take her instead, creating a hilarious dynamic within the first episode.

To be a great show like KonoSuba, an isekai series needs to have some element of humor. It also needs to have good animation, and at least decent writing. While no show can truly compare with KonoSuba's outrageous humor, some can get close. Still, there are plenty of isekai series out there that are great for anyone who loves watching Kazuma, Darkness, Aqua, and Megumin bumble their way to success.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is one of the biggest anime franchises in history, and fans are eagerly waiting to see what’s next for Tanjiro and company!

Following the final episode of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc in Japan (also known as Season 4 on Netflix), the series’ official accounts revealed that a Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle movie trilogy will be released instead, adapting the final arc of the popular manga series into anime.

Keep reading to find out more…

There will not be a Season 5 in the TV show, but rather a trilogy of theatrical movies to conclude the series.

Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment have acquired the trilogy of movies for a global theatrical release, excluding select Asian territories and Japan.

No release date has been confirmed yet. However, an official trailer for Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle was released on June 30!

As Games Radar notes,...

Overlord is a popular isekai series that marries brutality and humor to create a hilarious show that's not afraid of exploring darker themes. The star at the center of the series is Ainz Ooal Gown. He's left alone in the video game Yggdrasil, but before he was trapped, he was one of the strongest characters in the game. Now he's alone with only his NPCs to keep him company. After discovering his new situation, he set out to dominate the entire world in the hopes that he could find another person like him.

To be a good Overlord isekai comparison, a show doesn't need to be as dark and funny as Overlord, but it certainly doesn't hurt. The best shows like Overlord will have smart companions to guide the main character, an interesting world filled with the promise of adventure, and a broken protagonist with powers so absurd, they stand...

The official website for Maho Tsukai Precure!! ~ Mirai Days~ , the upcoming sequel to the 13th Precure TV series Witchy Precure! (known as Maho Tsukai Precure! / Maho Girls Precure! in Japan), released a new poster visual featuring the returning four main characters — Cure Miracle, Cure Magical, Cure Felice and Mofurun. Poster visual Maho Tsukai Precure!! ~ Mirai Days~ is set to premiere on ABC TV/TV Asahi networks' midnight programming block "ANiMAZiNG!!!" on January 11, 2025, at 26:00 (Jst). Ahead of the TV premiere, a part of the first episode will be screened at a special event to be held at the Shinjuku Wald 9 Theater in Tokyo on December 7, 2024, as well as the original TV anime's final 50th episode. The four original main voice cast members — Rie Takahashi (Mirai Asahina / Cure Miracle), Yui Horie (Riko Izayoi / Cure Magical), Saori Hayami (Ha-chan / Kotoha Hanami / Cure Felice), Ayaka Saito (Mofurun) — and the theme song singer Rie Kitagawa...

"Gamera: Rebirth" is a new 6-episode, animated miniseries directed by Hiroyuki Seshita, featuring 'Gamera' fighting five 'kaiju', starring Hisako Kanemoto, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Aki Toyosaki, Subaru Kimura, Mamoru Miyano and Saori Hayami, now streaming on Netflix:

"...in the summer of 1989, 'Bo', 'Joe' and 'Junichi' were in the 6th grade and in their last summer vacation as elementary school students. Each of them has vague fears about the future. 

"Then 'Brody', the son of the commander of forces in Japan, confronts them. Brody steals cash the three of them had saved. Angered, Bo and his friends devise a plan to get their money back. 

"Just as they are about to execute their plan, the town is hit by a crisis. The monster 'Gyaos' suddenly attacks Tokyo. The four boys are trapped in a town reduced to ruins by Gyaos. As Gyaos sets its sights on them, a giant monster appears.

Spy x Family has a big treat in store for fans who enjoy wearing their love of the series on their sleeve. The popular franchise has partnered with Skechers for a vibrant new official footwear collection.

Skechers' new "Koopa" shoes feature designs inspired by motifs and characters from the globally popular Spy x Family anime. The collection is an offshoot of Skecher's popular "street" brand, which utilizes the company's trademarked "air-cooled memory foam" to maximize comfort for all-day use. One of the pairs highlights central characters Loid and Yor Forger, whose particular design is available in three color variations; green-and-white, pink-and-white and black-and-red. The designs of the remaining pairs feature modern linework-style graphics and come in various black-and-white color schemes. Cbr readers can check them out below.

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One-man-army moments in anime can capture the feeling of a single character being strong enough to take on legions of foes. While there are plenty of powerful people in anime, only a select few have the bloodlust, skill, and otherworldly abilities needed to single-handedly destroy all of their enemies. To be a one-man army, a character can't have any allies to help them. Usually, they become one-man-armies to defend their friends, or in some villain's cases, to go on the offensive.

Every one-man-army moment is a thrill to watch. They're jaw-dropping spectacles filled with great animation and usually end up being some of the best fights in anime. No matter if the one-man-army is fighting for good or for evil, their enemies should be worried. One-man-armies don't go down without a fight, and most times, they don't even go down with a fight either.

Tanya vs. Anson and His Troops...

Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World is a bleak isekai anime starring Natsuki Subaru. Subaru is transported to a new world, and like most isekai protagonists, he gets a new power. Unlike most other isekai protagonists, Subaru's power is brutal. Called Return by Death, Subaru's power works exactly as the name implies, as he's allowed to return to a predetermined point in time once he dies. It allows him to solve a lot of the mysteries within the series, but not without dying each time.

To be a good show like Re:Zero, a series doesn't even need to be an isekai. The biggest theme in Re:Zero is how bleak life can be, and thanks to Subaru's relentless determination, how to overcome that bleakness. The best shows that can be compared to Re:Zero have to involve a little bit of darkness, melancholy, and some existential dread at the same time.

The official website and X (formerly Twitter) account for the upcoming Sakamoto Days TV anime revealed three additional voice cast members today. Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro Kamado in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba ) plays Nagumo, a member of the Order, a special force directly under Jaa (Japanese Association of Assassins) and a colleague from Sakamoto's hitman days. Taku Yashiro (Kakeru Juouin in King Of Prism ) plays Shishiba, a cool, collected, and rational person who is also a member of the Order. And Saori Hayami (Yor Forger in Spy x Family ) plays Osaragi, a newcomer who joined after Sakamoto left the Order. Visuals and short promotional videos of the three were released, alongside an additional character video of Taro Sakamoto voiced by Tomokazu Sugita (Gintoki sakata in Gintama ). Nagumo character visual Shishiba character visual Osaragi character visual Taro Sakamoto character visual Additionally, the anime's official X account released a new...

Izuku Midoriya or Deku is My Hero Academias most prominent Hero. His inspiring story helps fans all over the world feel motivated to chase after their own dreams. Deku is a great character, but he would be nothing without his voice actors. The man responsible for bringing Dekus voice to the English-speaking community is Justin Briner.

Briner has been voice acting since 2015 and has amassed an extensive filmography. With that said, some of the anime characters he has voiced over his career might surprise some of his fans. Though there are many to choose from, these characters are among his best anime performances.

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