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A full remake of the D.C. ~Da Capo~ visual novel is on the way, and Bushiroad Games officially has a release date in place. The original launched back in 2002, and now fans can look forward to D.C. ~Da Capo~ Re:tune dropping on Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam) on October 30. Japan also has physical editions on the way with pre-orders kicking off on May 28. The remake includes support for English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese languages. You can see a new trailer—which reveals cast members Takuya Eguchi (Suginami), Yukiyo Fujii (Koyomi Shirakawa), Rio Tsuchiya (Kanako Saeki), Sakura Sakuraka (Tomoko Morikawa) and Kotoko Sasaki (Utamaru)—below. D.C. ~Da Capo~ Re:tune Voice Cast Trailer 2 Related: Da Capo Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Archival Edition, New Game Crunchyroll streams Da Capo III , based on the third main visual novel in developer Circus’s series, and describes the story like so: On the island of Hatsune,...

The official website of Grand Blue revealed a new trailer for the anime’s second season on April 7, 2025.

The trailer previews the ending theme song “Hadaka de Dotsukiai feat. May’n,” performed by hip-hop artist Seamo.

Grand Blue season 2 will start airing on July 7, 2025.

Season 2 will continue the story after Iori completes a diving course in Okinawa. The plot kicks off when Iori returns home and receives a letter from his younger sister, Shiori.

Zero-g, the studio behind Season 1, will return for Season 2, this time teaming up with Liber.

Shinji Takamatsu will reprise his role as director, scriptwriter, and sound director, with Hideoki Kusama serving as the character designer and chief animation director.

Key cast members, including Yuma Uchida as Iori, Ryohei Kimura as Kohei Imamura, Hiroki Yasumoto as Shinji Tokita, Katsuyuki Konishi as Ryujiro Kotobuki, Chika Anzai as Chisa Kotegawa, Maaya Uchida as Nanaka Kotegawa, Takuya Eguchi as Hajime Nojima,...

Ahead of Honey Lemon Soda 's final episode broadcast next Thursday, the anime's official website and accounts today announced Takuya Eguchi (Loid in Spy x Family ) is cast as Mr. Midori, a teacher with an air of mystery about him. Eguchi previously played the role in the series' audio drama version. Related: Honey Lemon Soda Anime Unveils White Day Visual Based on the manga by Mayu Murata, Hiroshi Nishikiori directs Honey Lemon Soda at studio J.C.Staff, with series composition by Akiko Waba, character designs by Manami Tanaka and music by Akira Kosemura ( Blue Orchestra ). Crunchyroll describes the story: After middle school, with its bullying and nicknames, Uka Ishimori is excited for a fresh start at Hachimitsu High School. Kai Miura, a cool and uninhibited boy, sits next to her in class. Uka remembers she met Kai in middle school and with a single word, he had convinced her to attend Hachimitsu.

Ahead of a planned Fall 2025 release, the official anime website and accounts for With You, Our Love Will Make It Through today unveiled the romance series' first teaser trailer, along with a character visual, additional cast and production staff details. With You, Our Love Will Make It Through Teaser Trailer With You, Our Love Will Make It Through 's confirmed cast is as follows: Mari voiced by Manaka Iwami (Akane in Oshi no Ko ) Tsunagu voiced by Takuya Eguchi (Loid in Spy x Family ) Yukihiro voiced by Kotaro Nishiyama (Kentaro in My New Boss is Goofy ) Related: With You, Our Love Will Make It Through TV Anime Slated for Fall 2025 Based on the manga by Chihiro Yuziki, Shin Itagaki serves as director and series composer for the With You, Our Love Will Make It Through anime at studio Millepensee, with Hiromi Kimura alongside as co-director and character designer. Additional staff...

The official website of Grand Blue announced that the anime’s second season will be released on July 7, 2025.

Returning to perform the opening theme is Japanese reggae group Shonan no Kaze, known for their work on the first season’s opening song, Grand Blue.

This time, they will be joined by the dance vocal unit Atarashii Gakko! for the new theme song, Seishun Towa (Eternal Youth).

Season 2 will continue the story after Iori completes a diving course in Okinawa. The plot kicks off when Iori returns home and receives a letter from his younger sister, Shiori.

Zero-g, the studio behind Season 1, will return for Season 2, this time teaming up with Liber.

Shinji Takamatsu will reprise his role as director, scriptwriter, and sound director, with Hideoki Kusama serving as the character designer and chief animation director.

Key cast members, including Yuma Uchida as Iori, Ryohei Kimura as Kohei Imamura, Hiroki Yasumoto as Shinji Tokita,...

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is a fantasy anime unlike any other. It forgoes a more traditional focus on combat and opts to tell a very personal story about adventurers traveling together. However, that doesn't mean that there isn't any action at all. Frieren features its fair share of monstrous obstacles and shows off how strong all the characters are as they face wandering dangers.

The strongest characters aren't necessarily the oldest or most experienced. Sometimes, characters are strong because they work at their crafts tirelessly – honing their skills with each encounter. Characters of various ages and races are among the strongestFrieren characters.

Updated on February 23, 2025 by Robbie Robinson: Really, there's a plethora of overpowered characters in Frieren. Because of that, the battles end up being perfectly suspenseful and exciting. While Frieren seems like an easy choice for the top spot, there are actually some characters that are regarded as being much stronger.

With the new film adaptation of The Rose of Versailles finally out in theaters, audiences can relive Riyoko Ikeda's beloved story of love and loss during the French Revolution. Is it still as emotional all these years later? According to audiences—and the manga artist herself—the answer is a resounding "yes." A new video has been released showing audience members reacting to the film's most tearjerking moments, both during and after the film. Cast members and Ikeda herself also speak about the film in the new video, with the series creator commenting on how faithfully her work was brought to life. The Rose of Versailles "Tearjerker" Video Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Introduces André in Latest Character Trailer Two more special screenings for the film have been announced. The first, "The Men Who Loved Oscar," will take place February 18 at Toho Cinemas Hibiya. In attendance will...

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,...

Grand Blue has unveiled three new characters along with their voice cast for the second season of the anime on Feb 2, 2025.

Checkout the details for the newly announced characters and cast below:

Aya Yamane as Sakurako Busujima

“I’m Aki Yamane, and I’ll be playing Sakurako Busujima! Every recording session is so much fun that it’s hard not to laugh—it truly captures the energy of the anime. Outside the recording booth, there are always plenty of drinks, snacks, and merchandise, and I’m amazed by how lively the atmosphere is. I’ll do my best to bring fans the best Sakurako possible! Please look forward to it! Cheers!!“

Sumire Morohoshi as Shiori Kitahara

“I’m Sumire Morohoshi, and I’ll be playing Shiori Kitahara. It was an absolute blast to jump into this laughter-filled, high-energy team alongside Shiori. I put my all into the role, making sure...

Spy x Family is celebrated for its perfect blend of action, comedy, and heartwarming moments in a setting that seems too weird to be true on paper. There are certain aspects of the series that push the boundaries of common understanding. It seems normal for a comedy-based anime, but in the end, it sticks out to the observant viewer.

Loid and Yor Forger in the anime | Credit: Wit Studio

Many events are not of substantial impact and can just be glossed over. However, the most noticeable one, and the one that irks the fans the most among all of them, is Yor Forger’s portrayal as a world-class assassin.

Yor’s character breaks the assassin’s trope

The series has a seemingly ignorant and naive view of Yor, and the series conveniently ignores one of the most crucial skills an operative of her caliber should possess, the skill of seduction for infiltration.

Undoubtedly, Spy x Family is one of the biggest manga under the Shonen Jump label in recent times. The series has fair amounts of action and comedy with heartwarming moments of clarity and wisdom.

Spy x Family, created by Tatsuya Endo, is such a unique and vivid world that it feels almost alive. Its heart consists of the lovable family trio–Loid, Yor, and Anya–whose antics will steal hearts all over the globe.

Forger Family | Credits: Wit X Clover Works Studio

With the production of Spy x Family Season 3 finally underway, fans are eagerly awaiting the reunion of the Forger family on screen. Surprisingly, Loid Forger’s voice actor hinted at feeling skeptical and under-confident about his audition, sharing an unusual superstition he had at the time.

Loid Forger’s Va reflects on his uncertain audition for Spy x Family

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Japanese entertainment company Remow has officially announced a TV anime adaptation of the manga series With You, Our Love Will Make It Through (also known as Kimi To Koete Koi Ni Naru or Kimikoe). The anime is set to debut this fall and brings to life a story that has already captured a massive audience.

The manga, created by Chihiro Yuzuki, falls into the shojo category, which often focuses on emotional and romantic stories aimed at teenage girls. As of December 2024, the series has achieved impressive milestones, with 1.2 million copies in circulation and 53 million page views on the Manga Mee app, where it has been serialized since May 2019.

It tells the story of a unique high school romance between a human girl and a beastfolk transfer student, blending supernatural elements with classic shojo themes.

The English translations are available through Yen Press, and the manga has released seven volumes so far.

Japanese entertainment company Remow has greenlit a TV anime adaptation of the popular manga series “With You, Our Love Will Make It Through” (“Kimi To Koete Koi Ni Naru” or “Kimikoe”), set to premiere in fall this year.

The series, adapted from a shojo manga – a category of Japanese comics primarily targeting teenage girls and typically focusing on romance and emotional relationships – has amassed 1.2 million copies in circulation and 53 million page views on girls’ manga app Manga Mee as of December 2024. The story follows an interspecies romance between a human high school student and a beastfolk transfer student, putting a supernatural spin on the traditional high school romance formula that’s a hallmark of the shojo genre.

The original manga, penned by Chihiro Yuzuki, has been serialized on Shueisha’s Manga Mee platform since May 2019, with English translations available through Yen Press. The series has released seven volumes to date,...

Chihiro Yuziki's shojo manga series With You, Our Love Will Make It Through (known as Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru in Japan) will receive a TV anime adaptation in fall of 2025. The anime's official website opened today, releasing a teaser visual. Teaser visual Chihiro Yuziki's original manga series has serialized on Shueisha's Manga Mee manga service since May 2019. The series has a total circulation of 1.2 million copies (as of Dec 2024) and a total of 53 million PVs (as of Dec 2024) on Manga Mee. Currently, seven tankobon volumes have been released in Japan, with the latest volume 8 scheduled for release on 23 January 2025. Yen Press, which has licensed the manga's English edition , describes the synopsis: When high schooler Mari, bumps into a fellow tardy student, she’s surprised to find out he’s a beastfolk who’s to attend her school! After all, it's not rare for beastfolk to coexist alongside humans,...

Anime is no stranger to fairy tale tropes. Depending on what series fans check out, they'll find everything from twists on familiar tales, like Snow White with the Red Hair, to classics told in a different setting, like My Happy Marriage. It's only natural that some anime would take the typical Beauty and the Beast trope and pair someone sweet with a monstrous soul.

However, there are many ways one can write a trope. Some monstrous souls are simply ordinary humans that don't match beauty standards. Others are little monsters or beasts. Some even have curses cast on them. No matter how the anime displays this familiar trope, Beauty and the Beast is always a lovable classic to fall back on.

A Gentle Giant Meets His First Love in My Love Story!! Streaming On: Crunchyroll

My Love Story!! is a romantic comedy anime based on the manga written by Kazune Kawahara and illustrated by Aruko.

Mashle: Magic and Muscles anime fans have a delicious treat to look forward to in January, as Mash Burnedead's favorite cream puffs are being brought to America for a limited-edition collaboration with Beard Papa's.

Via the official website, Beard Papa's announced a collaboration with Aniplex and its Mashle: Magic and Muscles anime to celebrate National Cream Puff Day on Jan. 15, 2025. The collab will include a limited-edition collection of cream puffs inspired by characters and the world of Mashle and will be available at all Beard Papa's stores nationwide.

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Fans can head to Beard Papa's website to register for updates and check for nearby stores.

Fans of the popular fantasy comedy anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles can look forward to an exciting January, when the hit series will be newly added to another streaming platform.

Per Hulu, Season 1 of Mashle: Magic and Muscles, both dubbed and subbed, will be joining Hulu on Jan. 9, 2025. Presently, Mashle is only available for viewing on streaming platforms Max, Crunchyroll and Amazon's Prime Video (with a Crunchyroll subscription), giving fans another avenue to enjoy the Harry Potter-esque parody anime. Mashle is currently available for viewing on Hulu with the Live TV add-on, but come January, it will become part of Hulu’s anime collection, available for viewing by any subscribers.

Related Google Reveals Japan's 10 Top-Trending Anime of 2024

As fans have more anime and endless streaming options to choose from, Google reveals which series maintained their notoriety in its new data release.

Harry Potter Parody Mashle Gets Hulu Streaming Release Date...

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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Shojo is technically a demographic; it's anime and manga written and marketed for a young, female audience. It's also referenced almost as a wider genre of its own, because shojo anime follows certain conventions, like telling romance and character-driven (rather than plot-driven) stories. Some shojo stories are incredibly melodramatic, to where fans often compare them to soap-operas.

Fans enjoy those shojo titles for the drama. They push the envelope, and keep the audience hooked, making them wonder what could happen next. Not all zany anime is written equally. While some anime are poorly written but enjoyed for their shock value and humor, others are well-written soap operas with nuance and purpose.

Takeo Embodies Knightly Goodness in Modern Day in My Love Story!! Takeo Saves Rinko on a Bus

My Love Story!! is a romantic comedy that has a very playful and sincere tone. It follows the very likable hero, Takeo Gouda,...

Google has now released its top-trending search terms in its annual Year in Search data drop, revealing which anime titles maintained their notoriety among fans in its new data release.

Google recently released its Year in Search 2024, showcasing the year's top trending searches across categories like sports, celebrities, public personalities and notably for Japan, anime. When looking at trends in Japan, Google data revealed that Mashle was the top trending anime of 2024, followed by Dandadan, Kaiju No. 8, My Deer Friend Nokotan and The Elusive Samurai. Readers can check out the full top 10 list below. A Google representative shared that Google defines top trending as "the searches that had a high spike in traffic over a sustained period in 2024 as compared to 2023."

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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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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.

Related 10 Shonen Heroes Dandadan’s Okarun Could Beat

Okarun is much stronger than he looks.

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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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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The official website for the web anime series Nights with a Cat has started streaming a new trailer for its upcoming third season. The clip features a new theme song "Aisazu niwa Irarenai" ("I can't help but love you") sung by singer-songwriter Kashitaro Ito . This is the third time that Ito has provided a theme song for the anime, following "Hinata no Kuni" ("The land in the sun") for the first season in 2022 and "Neko Neko Biyori" ("A perfect day for cats") for the season season in 2023. The sit has also confirmed that the new season will start streaming on December 4 at 20:00 (Jst). Nights with a Cat Season 3 Trailer "I have sung the theme songs for 'Nights with a Cat' for Season 1 and 2, but this was my first attempt to leave the lyrics and music composition to other cat lovers, even though I am a singer-songwriter," said Ito. "As a result,...

A top boys' love anime franchise is shattering previous box office records for the series with its latest entry. Given Movie 3: To the Sea, which opened theatrically in Japan on Sept. 20, 2024, has now earned over 300 million yen (~US$2 million) in box office sales, marking it as the saga's highest-grossing film to date.

The Given series is a mainstay in the boys' love genre, which has experienced a popularity boom thanks to titles like Given earning attention and high praise both domestically and internationally. Via Animate Times, To the Sea quickly climbed to the top of Filmarks "First Day Satisfaction Ranking" and has now held the no. 1 spot in Japans mini-theater rankings for seven consecutive weeks. The movie continues its exploration into the blossoming romantic relationships of the young men making up the films focal fictional band.

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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,...

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A-1 Pictures is a Japanese animation studio that was founded in 2005, and it has produced dozens of anime series, OVAs, and movies. It does not get as much praise as Mappa, Toei, and Ufotable, but A-1 Pictures has developed a healthy reputation within the anime community for its quality and production. Not every series is a home-run, but A-1 Pictures has produced some great anime content.

The best anime from A-1 Pictures typically targets younger audiences, but certain series are darker and more mature than others. Many of these anime are based on manga or another type of source material, but a few are original works that were created by A-1 Pictures. Whether it is a shonen, a mech series, or a romance story, A-1 Pictures genuinely does a great job of bringing anime to life.

Updated on October 27, 2024 by Robbie Robinson...

Toonami and Max are gearing up for an exciting November, bringing a well-known Shonen Jump comedy anime adaptation -- and certified Harry Potter parody -- to its streaming platform next month.

Via Toonami Squad, The extremely popular Mashle: Magic and Muscles, based on the manga series of the same name, will first begin airing on Cartoon Network's Toonami programming block on Nov. 9. This new addition comes on the heels of major series conclusions for the platforms, including Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village Arc, Rick and Morty: The Anime and the chilling finale of Uzumaki, based on Junji Ito's horror masterpiece.

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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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Early next year, The Rose of Versailles returns in movie form. Today, three more characters fill out the Revolutionary-era cast! Taking on three more of the classic roles will be: Alain de Soissons: Shunsuke Takeuchi (Aoi Kaguragi in Kaiju No. 8 ) Florian de Gelodel: Takuya Eguchi (Loid Forger in Spy x Family ) Bernard Chatelet: Miyu Irino (Sabo in One Piece ) Related: The Rose Of Versailles Anime Movie Announces January 31, 2025 Release Date Ai Yoshimura ( Case File nº221: Kabukicho ) is attached to direct with a screenplay by Tomoko Konparu ( Tonari no Yokai-san ). Mariko Oka ( Hell Girl ) serves as character designer, and Hiroyuki Sawano ( Attack on Titan ), who also serves as music producer, composes soundtrack music along with Kohta Yamamoto. Mappa works on the anime production. The main voice cast members include: Oscar François de Jarjayes voiced by Miyuki Sawashito (Kitaro in GeGeGe no Kitaro ) Marie Antoinette voiced by Aya Hirano (Haruhi Suzumiya...

The official X account of Grand Blue announced on Sep 29, 2024, that the anime is returning for a second season six years after the broadcast of season 1 in 2018.

Season 2 will continue the story after Iori completes a diving course in Okinawa. The plot kicks off when Iori returns home and receives a letter from his younger sister, Shiori.

A teaser image of the characters celebrating under the summer sky has been released alongside the announcement.

Zero-G, the studio behind Season 1, will return for Season 2, this time teaming up with Liber.

Shinji Takamatsu will reprise his role as director, scriptwriter, and sound director, with Hideoki Kusama serving as the character designer and chief animation director.

Key cast members, including Yuma Uchida as Iori, Ryohei Kimura as Kohei Imamura, Hiroki Yasumoto as Shinji Tokita, Katsuyuki Konishi as Ryujiro Kotobuki, Chika Anzai as Chisa Kotegawa, Maaya Uchida as Nanaka Kotegawa, Takuya Eguchi as Hajime Nojima,...

The sword boys of the Touken Ranbu media mix project have a new goal ahead of them: becoming idols! Today marks the launch of Pure Cool Touken Danshi : a new project in which six members of the popular franchise will hold live 3D concerts. This new idol-centric project will feature: Kotegiri Gou (voiced by Yuuya Hirose) Buzen Gou (voiced by Taku Yashiro) Kuwana Gou (voiced by Kent Ito) Matsui Gou (voiced by Shunichi Toki) Samidare Gou (voiced by Sho Karino) Murakumo Gou (voiced by Takuya Eguchi) Related: Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden Anime Prequel Film Releases New Main Trailer The group will host interactive experiences via social media. Ahead of their first big show in March, the group will also host "tasting performances" between October and December in Tokyo and Osaka. After these performances, audience members will be surveyed about their experience; this feedback will be used to help put together the March show.

Episodic anime are a refreshing change of pace from more traditional series like Naruto, Bleach and Dragon Ball that have ongoing, overarching plots. It can be just as fun when each episode tells an entirely new story. Oftentimes, episodic storytelling allows viewers to see the point of view of various characters rather than just one.

Episodic anime are the way to go for anyone with a busy lifestyle, since the episodes aren't necessarily connected to the plot and there's less you need to remember when not watching. There are plenty of episodic anime worth watching, but these are the best of the bunch.

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Anya, Loid and Yor All Have Their Own Secrets in Spy x Family Streaming on Crunchyroll

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The popular anime “Spy x Family” is set to release its very first feature film, “Spy x Family Code: White,” expanding the series’ universe while providing fans with an original plot that stands on its own outside of the show.

“Spy x Family Code: White” serves as director and storyboard artist Takashi Katagiri’s (“The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild”) directorial debut, and it was produced by Wit Studio. The screenplay was written by Ichiro Okouchi (“Sing a Bit of Harmony”).

The film will be available to stream in select territories around the world in both Japanese with subtitles and dubbed in English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian and Castilian Spanish.

Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch.

When does “Spy x Family Code: White” come out?

“Spy x Family Code: White” will be available to stream on Crunchyroll Thursday, Sept.

Tatsuya Endo and voice actors share emotional experiences while working on the Spy X Family anime Cast members show deep respect for the manga details, enhancing their performances Attention to the creator's vision makes Spy x Family stand out as a beloved adaptation

Spy X Family has been running in Shonen Jump+ for over five years, bringing its signature blend of action and comedy to readers worldwide, alongside now two anime seasons and a feature film. Fans appreciate the unique and energetic charm of the series, and how strongly it inhabits Tatsuya Endo's creative quirks, a sentiment shared by its creator and involved cast. During a behind-the-scenes overview of the Spy X Family anime, Endo shares the heartfelt anecdotes he experiences while witnessing the series be brought to life for fans worldwide.

The Spy X Family anime began airing on April 9, 2022, and viewers were immediately treated to a Wit Studio...

Sanrio's beloved mascots like Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, My Melody and Kuromi have mass global appeal, but official releases are still often exclusive to Japan. Now, however, its latest crossover offers merchandise that's available for pre-order worldwide, and for one of the most heartfelt anime series to air in recent years.

Ranking of Kings, a coming-of-age fantasy anime based on the manga of the same name, premiered in 2021 and took its season by storm. Written by Taku Kishimoto and animated by Wit Studio, Ranking of Kings made headlines for its enormously sympathetic cast, unexpected fairy tale deconstructions and powerful tear-jerker moments. Its new collaboration with Sanrio may seem equally surprising at first glance, although the specific character matchups also feel oddly appropriate.

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The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are some of the biggest pop culture icons in the media, with the heroes in a halfshell being popular since their 1980s debut. This has seen them cross over with various other comic book and cartoon properties, and they're now jumping into the world of anime and manga. With a crossover with Naruto now in the works, it begs the question of what other manga franchises might work well with the turtles.

In many cases, somehow mixing them together with the most popular manga and anime of today would be an easy sell. Likewise, there are several other classic properties that would be a good mesh for the four terrapin brothers. Some of these anime might not even be tied to ninjas or martial arts, yet they'd still work well when juxtaposed with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

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Spy x Family partners with Japanese Football team and Adidas for an exclusive merchandise campaign. Fans can expect a range of merchandise, events, and campaigns blending anime and sports. The collaboration showcases anime's growing influence in mainstream media and cultural impact globally.

The beloved anime Spy x Family has announced an exciting new partnership with the National Japanese Football team and Adidas, creating a buzz among fans of both anime and sports. This unique and creative collaboration brings the worlds of espionage and athletics together in a way that has never been seen before.

According to Mantan Web and Shop TV Toyko, Spy x Family is set to take the field with the Japanese National Football team's newest merchandise campaign. Fans can look forward to a range of exclusive merchandise featuring their favorite Spy x Family characters in football gear. From jerseys and scarfs, to limited-edition collectibles, there will be something for everyone.

Egumi Legacy , an upcoming TV anime based on the card game featuring original characters created by voice actor Takuya Eguchi, has revealed a new trailer (below) that highlights the opening theme song for the series, “P-P-p-pero”, which is performed by Genin wa Jibun ni Aru.. The series broadcasts in Japan on At-x beginning on July 9, 2024. Based on original characters created by Takuya Eguchi, Masa Mori directs Egumi Legacy at Studio Outrigger. Masa Mori and Katsuya Kitano provide the scripts, Kyohei Matsuno provides the music, and 81 Produce provides production assistance. Egumi Legacy key art Related: Egumi Legacy Anime Reveals Theme Song Performers The story of Egumi Legacy is set on the remote island of Egu, where the inhabitants sole means of entertainment comes from listening to the beautiful singing voice of the diva known as “End of the World”. However, the sudden disappearance of End of the World plunges Egu...

Derederes are anime character types that are particularly common in romance and comedy anime. They are lovestruck characters, who wear their heart on their sleeves. Deredere characters have no guile; they make their feelings extremely plain, and they can be quite cutesy about their romantic interests.

Deredere characters can get taxing, especially if they fawn over their love interest and put them on a pedestal too much. Their situations can get quite pathetic, fast. Though, there are some well-balanced deredere characters who are plain about their feelings in the sense that they are good communicators, and they are confident enough to own their feelings. A good deredere character won't debase themselves to get romantic attention they're just perfectly sincere.

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The official website for the upcoming 3Dcg anime film adaptation of the award-winning 1996 novel by Yoshiko Shikimura, Ganbatte Ikimasshoi (“Give It All”), has announced four additional voice cast members. Takuya Eguchi (Loid Forger in Spy x Family ) plays the role of Hayato Ninomiya, the head of the rowing club at Mitsu Higashi High School, to which the main character Etsuko Murakami belongs. He is the only male member of the club and is famous within the school as a "boat idiot" who is always thinking about boats. Ayana Taketatsu (Nino Nakano in The Quintessential Quintuplets ) plays Umeko Terao, who is the ace of the Minatoyama High School rowing club. She is a taciturn but passionate character, trusted by her club members Suzuko Mimori (Umi Sonoda in Love Live! ) plays Mai Ohno, the mood maker of Minatoyama High School's rowing club. She has a cool personality but leads the team with...

Shojo anime has been around since the 1950s, starting with the series Princess Knight, which was about a magical girl knight who challenged gender roles. Anime marketed for that demographic has only grown and evolved since then. Shojo's marketed for young women, but it has mass appeal to viewers of all ages.

Shojo stories tend to revolve around romance, friendship, and personal development. There are many series whose heroes set the standard for shojo. Usagi Tsukino from Sailor Moon influenced nearly all magical girl anime to follow, and Kiyoka Kudo from My Happy Marriage is quickly revolutionizing the protective kuudere love interest character type.

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Shojo anime like Fruits Basket 2001, Ouran High School Host Club, and The Rose of Versailles set the standard for the genre.

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Spy x Familys award-winning film installment, Spy x Family Code: White, will soon be receiving a physical release featuring brand-new artwork, as revealed in an official sneak peek. The deluxe Spy x Family Code: White DVD and Blu-ray edition will be available for purchase in Japan starting July 31.

The official Spy x Family X (formerly Twiter) account released a post on June 12 revealing the new Spy x Family Code: Whites DVD and Blu-ray jacket, which features the new artwork. The cover art places the iconic Forger family in the same pose as the original movie poster but adjusts the background to include rainbow splatter versions of some of the films most crucial turning point settings, such as Loid and Yors Ferris wheel ride, the site of the last meremere serving, "Rubbles & Bonds," and the train in which Anya consumes the forbidden chocolate.

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Egumi Legacy , an upcoming TV anime based on the card game featuring original characters created by voice actor Takuya Eguchi, has revealed the official theme song performers for the series, which will broadcast in Japan on At-x beginning on July 9, 2024. Genin wa Jibun ni Aru. performs the official theme song for the series, which is entitled “P-p-p-Pero”. Based on original characters created by Takuya Eguchi, Masa Mori directs Egumi Legacy at Studio Outrigger, and Masa also provides the scripts along with co-writer Katsuya Kitano. 81 Produce provides production assistance. Egumi Legacy key visual Related: Egumi Legacy Anime Hits Japanese Airwaves in July 2024 The story of Egumi Legacy is set on the remote island of Egu, where the inhabitants sole means of entertainment comes from listening to the beautiful singing voice of the diva known as “End of the World”. However, the sudden disappearance of End of the World plunges Egu...

Spy x Family announces Season 3 with a new teaser visual, bringing back an adorable Anya and more family fun for the super popular adaptation.

Spy x Family will return for an exciting third season of the anime. The official website reads, "It has been decided that Season 3 of the TV anime 'Spyfamily' will be produced. Please look forward to further updates." The season's first "super" teaser visual was also released, featuring Anya next to Bond as she sleeps in the center of a star. Yor is pictured leaving the room. Readers can check out the first Spy x Family Season 3 teaser visual below.

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An official clothing line launches for Spy x Family fans with iconic character outfits. A wide range of sizes are available for pre-order starting June 7th until June 17th. Fans can dress up in Yor Forger's lounge attire or her Briar Rose look with pieces from the collection.

Cosplay fans of the hit series Spy x Family have been given the perfect gift with an official clothing line that brings the Forgers' fashion to life. Spy x Family has undeniably become one of the most popular anime in recent years. The adventures of the Forger family have become so beloved by fans that they've spawned countless fanart and cosplays inspired by the series. Now, fans will have the chance to bring the fashionable side of the Forgers home with them.

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Baki Hanma Vs Kengan Ashura: How And When To Watch The New Netflix Anime Film? ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The biggest anime crossover of the year is here! Get ready to witness an epic showdown between the ferocious fighters of Baki and Kengan in the upcoming Netflix film, Baki Hanma Vs Kengan Ashura.

The movie pits the characters of the two manga series against each other, to decide who is the strongest fighter of them all. Excited for the high-stake battle? Here is how and when you can watch Baki Hanma Vs Kengan Ashura.

Baki Hanma Vs Kengan Ashura Release Date

Baki Hanma Vs Kengan Ashura will be released on Thursday, June 6th, 2024. The film will be available exclusively on Netflix, so you will need to subscribe to the streaming platform if you haven’t already. Netflix offers a ‘standard with ads’ $6.99 monthly plan, along with a standard ads-free $15.49/month and a premium $22.99/month plan.

Egumi Legacy , an upcoming TV anime based on the card game featuring original characters created by voice actor Takuya Eguchi, has revealed a bundle of additional cast members. The series will broadcast in Japan beginning in July 2024. The new cast members include: End of the World voiced by Yoshino Aoyama End of the World character visual Careless Hachibe voiced by Soma Saito Careless Hachibe character visual Golden Retriever voiced by Yu Serizawa Golden Retriever character visual Uninvited Guest voiced by Kotaro Nishiyama Uninvited Guest character visual Wizard voiced by Shinichiro Kamio Wizard character visual Cursed Guitar Case voiced by Wataru Komada Cursed Guitar Case character visual God Eye voiced by Wataru Hatano God Eye character visual Invisible Stalker voiced by Daiki Kobayashi Invisible Stalker character visual Perm Stripe voiced by Daiki Kobayashi Perm Stripe character visual Mohawk Dot voiced by Yoshiki Nakajima Mohawk Dot character visual Legendary Final Climax Bomb...