Minase Inori will hold an online live performance for the first time! Insta-live will also be held on Nov. 18.

"Subaru has been thirsting for revenge since Rem was killed by Betelgeuse 20 years ago. Information on the Witch Cult comes in......!" "New Chapter 2" will be added to "Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World Lost in Memories" (a.k.a. "Re:zeros"), the RPG for smartphones. Details about "if" story, which has not been revealed so far, have finally been announced! We will introduce various information, which was unveiled in "New Chapter 2 Before Release Special Program", with the views of Kobayashi Yusuke, who appeared in the program and plays the role of Subaru! The information is about the prologue part, where the unprecedentedly desperate background was revealed, story tailor, gacha, events, etc. What does Kobayashi Yusuke think of "Subaru after 20 years"? The comments from the author Nagatsuki Tappei have been arrives! For "New Chapter 2", any information has not been revealed except for depicting "the story about 20 years after". However, this time, the information about the prologue part was unveiled at the beginning! In addition, it was read aloud by Kobayashi Yusuke, who plays the role of Subaru, which conveys the atmosphere of the episode. First of all, the main attraction of "Re:Zeros" is that you can experience "the crossroad the may have existed" or "the story that may have existed" other than reliving the TV anime. "New Chapter 2" is also developed as one of such "if" stories. For this episode, Kobayashi Yusuke mentioned the theme of "What is happening after the revenge?" and the finale that even Subaru was not able to expect. He commented that he wanted us to look forward to such aspects. As a preparation for his role, he contemplated on "the feelings of bearing a severe grudge against someone for 20 years". He thought such feelings should not last so long, and he imaged Subaru being thoroughly exhausted rather than being insanely mad. For the time length of 20 years, he said that he attempted to look for the other way of expressing it than lowering his tone of voice. If he stuck to low tone of voice, his variation of performance would be limited, so he demonstrated "Subaru after 20 years" by adding contrast to the expression of weariness. You can catch a glimpse of "Subaru after 20 years" in the prologue part mentioned above, so please watch it if you haven't yet. ▲The messages from the author Nagatsuki Tappei have been revealed! Information on gacha and other events have also been unveiled! In addition to the details about the prologue and the messages from Nagatsuki Tappei, the trailer has also been shown. ▲New Chapter 2 "Zero Kara Aganau Isekai Seikatsu" (1st part) story trailer The trailer revealed that the 1st part of "New Chapter 2" will be added on July 15! The information about the 2nd part will be coming soon. Please look forward to it. Next, various gacha and events scheduled for "Zero Kara Aganau Isekai Seikatsu (1st Part)" have been introduced. Let's take a look at the dramatic scenes first. Part of them will be fully voiced in "New Chapter 2" as well as other events. For the voice recording, Nagatsuki Teppei directed him online, but he did not have any particular request, and "left a decision" to Kobayashi. Kobayashi said that he felt reassured and grateful for trying performance plans with the support from the author. For "New Chapter 2", a limited-time gacha will be available, where you have a chance to get Subaru and Ferris after 20 years. The remarkable point of this gacha is that Subaru and Ferris are equipped with the skills unique to "New Chapter 2". Subaru uses a knife to hide his left arm, and Ferris mainly uses foot techniques, which are the vastly different fight styles from 20 years before. Even each animation to trigger the skill shows the passage of 20 years, so please carefully enjoy it if you win such items. ▲"Revenge After 20 Years Oni Gacha" Part 1 ▲"Revenge After 20 Years Oni Gacha" Part 2 ▲Detailed skills of "【Revenge After 20 Years Oni】 Subaru" ▲Detailed skills of "【Oblivion Healer】 Ferris" As they are revenging against Petelgeuse, "Petelgeuse Subjugation Event 2" will be held. It was also be announced that new Memory Crystal exclusively for "New Chapter 2" will be added to conquer the story. Aside from "New Chapter 2", various updates and events are scheduled. For "Shinsou no Meikyu (lit. Labyrinth of Mind)", 8th layer is added on July 15, and 9th layer on July 22. In addition, support mission and "Layer Addition Commemorative Gacha" will be held. The update to make it easier to win "Character no Kakera (Character Shards)" is ongoing. After "Kyuba no Michi Hetaro Kakera Dungeon" and "Kakera Dungeon Drop Reward 100% UP Campaign", it will be adjusted so that you can win it more easily on other events and campaigns. Please look forward to the regular updates and events as well as "New Chapter 2". In this special program, the presents for viewers and other present campaign are being offered, so please do not forget to apply for! "Re:Zeros" is drawing attention on its original story "New Chapter 2". However, besides "New Chapter 2", the story trailer announced an event for August at the end, possibly hinting a swimwear event. Please stay tuned for further developments of "Re:Zeros". (C) Nagatsuki Tappei, published by KADOKAWA Co., Ltd. / Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World 2 Production Committee (C)SEGA

The voice actress Minase Inori covers the front page of “Seiyu Grand Prix August Issue” in yukata after a year and half.a year and half after the appearance, with a yukata! The magazine is currently available both at bookstores and online. The front page and the featuring page of “Seiyu Grand Prix August Issue” is Minase Inori. In addition to her beautiful yukata suitable for summer, her new facial expression in the mature clothing could be seen through gravures that are filled with “Inorin”’s charmsnew, mature facial expression could be seen as “Inorin”’s charms through gravure. In the interview, she talks about her commemorative 10th single “HELLO HORIZON” and her activity as a voice actress. Serialization “Inori Zukan” will be featured with the expanded volume. Other than thather featuring pages, OkasakiOzakaki Miho, who became popular with her debut as a singer, will be appearing in the back cover and back featuring page. The interview will discuss about “music lover” Okasaki'sOkazaki’s roots to music, including her ardor toward thewill for a debut, and the story of the day she became a voice actress, and furthermore. Please do check out the gravure featuring her dressed in yellow, her artist color. Moreover, the popular voice actresses, including Amamiya Sora, Aimi, Oonishi Aguri, Kumada Akane, “Houkago Climax Girls” (Kouno Hiyori, Shiraishi Haruka, Nagai Mariko, Maruoka Wakana, Suzumoto Akiho)” from "THE iDOLM@STER Shiny Colors", Tachibana MiraiMiku from “IDOLY PRIDE”, and Yamada MisuzuMirei from “Seiyu Mirai Yosouzu” will be introduced in the magazine. VThe voice actors will be picked up as well. The members are Kamiya Hiroshi, Miyano Mamoru, and Nakamura Shugo from “Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan”, the special interview with Sakuma Daisuke (Snow Man) and Sugita Tomokazu from “Legend of White Snake” from “Legend of White Snake” with Sugita Tomokazu, and Satou Takuya from “Road to Voice Actor 2021” will be posted. As the gift, A3-size poster of Minase Inori (Front) and OkasakiOkazaki Miho (Back) will come together with the magazine. The business gift is a bromide (4 designs). “Seiyu Grand Prix August Issue” is priced at 1,440 JPY (tax included). The magazine is currently available both at bookstores, anime shops, and online bookstores.

"Zero Kara Aganau Isekai Seikatsu" (Redeeming from Zero in Another World) The new story "New Chapter 2" will be added to the RPG "Re: Life in a Different World from Zero Lost in Memories" (hereinafter referred to as "Re:zero") for smartphones. The official name is "Zerokara Aganau Isekai Seikatsu" (Redeeming from Zero in Another World) To redeem is to "Connect Sins." This episode is the original story supervised by the original author, Nagatsuki Tappei, which depicts Subaru 20 years later, but the only thing that drifts from the episode is the ominous and sad air. What exactly is drawn in this episode...? This episode will be added on "Re:zero" from July 15. Prior the release, I would like to summarize what is currently known and the numerous "mysteries" that can be understood through the information gaps. ▲ "New Chapter 2" [Zerokara Aganaui Sekai Seikatsu] New information from the teaser movie has arrived! "Re:zero" is content that you can enjoy as a story from the TV anime, the original developments that branch depending on the progress of the game, and a "new chapter" that is a completely original scenario for this work. All of it was supervised by the original author, Nagatsuki Tappei, and in "New Chapter 1", the actions of Subaru and Otto, who were imprisoned for innocent charges, were depicted. The topic "New Chapter 2" is a story created for this work about Subaru 20 years later. The already released illustrations convey a sad atmosphere. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417040.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417041.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> Both of the two newly released screenshots that I will show you are the story selection screens, so you can see the beginning of the story and the scenario composition to some extent. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417042.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1138' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417043.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1138' /> The summary of the story is, "Revenge on Betelgeuse who killed Rem. Subaru, who himself sealed 'Return to Death', finally gets the opportunity 20 years later." In other words, this episode is the story of "If" in which Rem was killed by Betelgeuse. Certainly, there are stories' turns in which Rem loses her life even in the anime, so it can be taken as a continuation of the story. From the other screenshot, you can see that the scenario released this time is 8 episodes and the ending is one. Because it is compact, you may be able to enjoy a scenario with a sense of speed. The mysterious "New Chapter 2"! A summary of the known information Five characters have been confirmed to appear in this episode. Below, I will introduce the character and the published lines. First of all, the main character, Natsuki Subaru. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417044.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417045.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1137' /> Subaru's lines have already been released, "Stop. This pain is my fault. I'm not going to put it on anyone", and in the end of the Teaser PV, "Please, try not to be like me......&hellip;&hellip;" It exudes a sense of loss for losing Rem and the misery of the fate of losing Rem. The rough appearance can be seen from his face, with a pitiful hairstyle, wrinkles in the eyebrows, and stubbles. After all, what is worrisome of Subaru-20-years-later is his clothes. As many fans have already pointed out, this Subaru looks just like Aldebaran (Al), the knight of Priscilla. And it's not just about clothes. The wound on his right arm and his left arm, which seems to be his prosthetic hand, match those of Aldebaran, increasing the concentration of the "Subaru-Al theory". However, even if that were the case, it is a mystery why "Subaru-Al" could exist in the past, why 2 "Subarus" could exist in the same time axis, and why they joined the Priscilla camp. Will the mystery be revealed in this episode? Please check out this point as well. Next, let's take a look at Beatrice. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417046.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417047.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1137' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417048.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1137' /> Beatrice, also introduced in the Teaser PV, says, "&hellip;&hellip;Are you asking Betty to die with you?", and the slamming line in the screenshot, "If you understand, you'd better clear off" is impressive. The question is, why was Beatrice chosen for such a "difficult purpose" to be vigilant? Does she have no other accomplices? And what happened to her coming out of the forbidden library? The mysteries are endless. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417049.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417050.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1137' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417051.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1137' /> Felix Argyle, the knight of Kursh has changed a lot, to the point he seems to be a completely different person. He is not dressed as a woman, and he often offenses Subaru, saying, "「&hellip;&hellip;You're really stupid.", "Hey, could you answer?", "Don't worry. That's my job right now." Also, basing on the lines, "Okay, Subaru-kun. You're lucky as all you have to do is pretend to be the main character of the tragedy", Felix himself seems to have had some painful memories. It should be noted that Felix was dressed as a woman to prove of his loyalty to Kursh, but it is possible that he was dressed as a man from the beginning because it is the world of "if" that he stopped doing that, but since he wears accessories that look like hair ornaments when he was dressed as a woman, it seems a bad sign. It should be noted that Felix was dressed as a woman to prove of his loyalty to Kursh, but it is possible that he was dressed as a man from the beginning because it is the world of &hellip;&hellip;?"if" that he stopped doing that, but since he wears accessories that look like hair ornaments when he was dressed as a woman, it seems a bad sign. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417052.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> It is also interesting that Elsa Granhiert "Bowel Hunter" has joined the party. From the lines, "I'm not going to give my pleasure to open your stomach to others", and "I wonder if it was a good match" shown on the PV, at least for now, she seems to be someone to trust. But why did she want to fight together? <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417053.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='1137' /> Petelgeuse, who seems to be the last boss of this episode, has been released in a screenshot in a state of being in "another vessel" for some reason. Moreover, in the Teaser PV, there is also a line "You killed!", and it is unknown what happened between Subaru and Petelgeuse. By the way, Matsuoka Yoshitsugu voiced him in the PV, so it seems that the original Petelgeuse will appear. In addition, in the teaser PV, Reinhardt's, "Subaru......",&hellip;&hellip;！ Rom's, "......It's been a long time",「&hellip;&hellip; Mimi Pearlbaton's, "Don!",&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;」 Rem's, "I, kite. Da, su ki......", I wish I could take off Subaru's pain." lines have been revealed It seems that the characters around that will also have a turn, so look forward to it. The special number to commemorate the release of "New Chapter 2" has been decided. Although the introduction part of the story has been clarified, there are still many mysteries such as the situation of surrounding characters and the whereabouts of the "Subaru-Al" theory. Personally, the most worrisome is the mystery about Elsa. Did you all notice? This episode is a story 20 years later. In other words......&hellip;&hellip;、 <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/417054.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='853' /> Elsa in her 40s! Even after 20 years, this beauty and proportions are the biggest mystery of "Re:zero". However, on July 12, just before the episode was delivered, the special number of "Re:zero" will delivered from 08:00 P.M. to commemorate the release of "New Chapter 2". With Kobayashi Yusuke, who plays Natsuki Subaru, the latest information on "New Chapter 2" will be released, so please look forward to it! (C) Nagatsuki Tappei, published by KADOKAWA Co., Ltd./Re: Life in a Different World from Zero 2 Production Committee

On June 28, a special program was streamed to provide the latest information on the smartphone RPG "Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World: Lost in Memories" (a.k.a. "Re:Zelos"). Among the many new pieces of information, what drew the most attention was the original episode for the game, "New Chapter 2". Not only does this game relive the TV anime, but the various "if routes" and original "if episodes" are what make this game so interesting. And "New Chapter 2" that depicts Subaru 20 years later got the most hype. In addition to the latest information, the program also had gifts for viewers, so don't forget to check them out too. Almost Over! Check out the Wedding Dress in the Current Event The most noteworthy event currently being held is the "2nd Centurion (Boar Tribe) Total War Event". This is an all-out battle for an 8-person party, where you can get up to 2000 magic stones and shards of "Junpaku no Ansatsusha Elsa ☆3"(Pure White Assasin Elsa). Other current events are "limited Time Shards Dungeon", "Coin Dungeon SP", and "Limit Break Potion Dungeon", all with amazing rewards. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414754.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414755.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> Also, a limited-time gacha inspired by June bride is almost finished. The "【Hyouka no Hanayome】 Emilia ☆3" (Bride of Ice Flower Emilia), which is the first character to have a skill that revives with 100% HP, and Elsa, who showed us her amazing look in a bridal costume, are not only good characters for the gameplay but also the situations of the illustrations are fascinating. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414756.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414757.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414758.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> A Special Program about "New Chapter 2"! Update Info It was also announced that in the June 30 update, part of Chapter 3 part 1 will be given full voices. Part 1 of Chapter 3 includes the TV anime's Episode 18 "From Zero". According to the guest voice actor, Akasaki Chinatsu-san, they are not using the voices from the TV anime and instead have recorded new voices. Let's look forward to seeing which scenes will be given full voices. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414759.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> The other updates are ・7th Level in "Shinsou no Meikyuu" (Labyrinth of the Mind) (The 7th Level, 61F to 70F, was added, Shinsou no Meikyuu EX70 was added, New Missions were added) ・New Levels for "Kyousha no Tou" (The Tower of the Strong) (11F to 13F for "Kyousha no Tou" were added, new character restrictions were added, featured characters were set) ・Character Level-cap Raised from 80 to 85 ・Special Rank 3 Added to EXP Training and EXP Training SP ・Improved Notification Screen ・Added Exchange Button in the Home Screen ・Added Event Still Memory Crystals from Chapter 3 Part 1 <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414760.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414761.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414762.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> And for the much-anticipated information on "New Chapter 2", the title has been finally announced! "Zero Kara Aganau Isekai Seikatsu" (Redeeming from Zero in Another World) will be released on July 15. On July 12, just before the release, a special program to commemorate the release of "New Chapter 2" will start at 8 p.m. (JST). Kobayashi Yuusuke-san will appear as a guest and will be announcing the latest news, so let's look forward to it! <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414763.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> "New Chapter 2" 【Zero Kara Aganau Isekai Seikatsu】 Teaser Movie "【Shield of the Sanctuary】 Garfiel" Joins the Game! New Event Information The new events will be held to commemorate the level-cap increase. 【Shield of the Sanctuary】 Garfiel will be featured in the "Shield of the Sanctuary" gacha. His role is an attacker, which fits Garfiel well, and he has a new skill "Gekkou" (Fury) which can repetitively raise his attack. In the "Level-Cap Increase Celebration Event", you will receive "Level-Cap Increase Celebration Medals" for the stamina you use. And the medals can be traded with various rewards. They also have plans for an event mission to gain magic stones by playing every day, an upgraded boss rush quest, various drop rate up campaigns, and special missions. <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414764.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414765.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414766.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414767.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414768.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> Even more, there will be a "Star Dash Step Up Gacha" for the newbies. The chance to get a three-star character is double of that of the Rezelos gacha, so why not start now? <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414769.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> Present Campaign! To commemorate the start of "New Chapter 2", a retweet campaign is being held. If you follow the official Twitter account and retweet the tweet below, two winners will be selected at random to receive a panel signed by Kobayashi Yuusuke-san. Applications are accepted until July 8. Also, three winners will be chosen at random from those who tweet about their impression about the show with "#リゼロスチャンネル". The winners will receive "Super Premium Figure 'Ram' Rainy Day Ver." and "Super Premium Figure 'Rem' Rainy Day Ver.". However, the applications were closed at 11:59 p.m. on June 30 (JST). <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414772.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> <image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414770.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /><image src='https://animeanime.jp/imgs/zoom/414771.jpg' class='inline-article-image' width='640' height='360' /> (C) Nagatsuki Tappei, Kadokawa Corporation / Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World 2 Production Committee (C) SEGA

“Ani-PASS #14”, featuring Nakamura Shuugo on the front cover and first page special feature, and Ueda Rena on the back cover and ending special feature, will be available at bookstores nationwide from July 28, 2021. "Ani-PASS #14” features Nakamura Shuugo on the cover and in the first page special feature. Nakamura-san will be releasing his 1st album "NATURAL" and 4th single "Kowareta Sekai no Byoushin wa (Broken World's Second Hand)" simultaneously on July 28, his birthday, and will be featured in a 30-page feature with photos full of summer atmosphere. The back cover and ending special feature will be on Ueda Rena, whose new album "Nebula", to be released on August 18, was carefully conceived and produced by her herself. The special feature includes a long interview that delves into the thoughts behind the songs. Also included in the book is a "bound-in artist card" of Nakamura Shuugo and Ueda Rena. "Ani-PASS #14”, priced at 1,430 JPY (including tax), will be available at bookstores nationwide from July 28, 2021. （C）SHINKO MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.

It was announced that LiSA, Miyano Mamoru, and Aoi Shouta will appear on the music program "CDTV Live! Live!" with the one night limited live performance. They will performing the theme song of the current trending drama and anime for the first time on TV, at 9:00 PM, on July 26, on TBS. "CDTV Live! Live!" is a live performance program with the concept of "The full live broadcast of the stage that is created by the performers". The broadcast on July 26, will feature the performers that handled the theme song of the current trending drama and anime. LiSA will be performing the full version of "HADASHi NO STEP", the theme song of the Tuesday drama "Promise Cinderella" starring Nikaidou Fumi as the main lead. Do check out LiSA's performance of this new song that was created just for this drama and perfect for summer, along with her dance. Miyano Mamoru will be performing his latest song "Dream on" that was used as the ending theme of TV anime "Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan". For Aoi Shouta, who is welcoming his 8th anniversary as a singer, he will be performing his latest song "Garasu no Kutsu (lit. Shoes of Glass)", the ending theme of the drama "REAL⇔FAKE 2nd Stage" for the first time. The other performances include "Dekkai Ai", on the theme song of the Friday drama "#Kazoku Boshuushimasu", by Johnny's West, and Sexy Zone performance on the latest song by Hata Motohiro, "Natsu no Hydrangea". Both of these songs will be performed in their full version. Don't miss out on SEKAI NO OWARI's "Birdman" and MY FIRST STORY's "Kokuhaku" as well. The July 26 broadcast of "CDTV Live! Live!" is at 9:00 PM, on TBS.

At noon on July 14, 2021, "YUAN", the new track by Johnny's group Snow Man was added to Bushiroad's smartphone rhythm game D4DJ Groovy Mix. The track is also the theme song of the film "White Snake". With the addition of "YUAN" to D4DJ Groovy Mix, the AMEZA area now features the promotional video of "White Snake", as well as the music video of Snow Man's "YUAN". The videos are only available until 11:59 pm on August 10 (Japan Standard Time), so make sure you don't miss out. Club items with special collaboration designs are also available. Please visit the official D4DJ Groovy Mix official website for more details. （C）bushiroad All Rights Reserved.（C）2020 DONUTS Co. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.（C）Light Chaser Animation Studios（C）Bushiroad Move.（C）TEAM JOY CO., LTD.

Sphere, a pop idol group formed by female voice actors, holds its first "virtual concert" on August 22, 2021. Minako Kotobuki, Ayahi Takagaki, Haruka Tomatsu, and Aki Toyosaki will turn into 3D models and perform on a virtual space. 'Sphere Virtual Live Vol.1 Future Streaming' is an event in which the four of the Sphere members turn into 3D models and hold a performance on a virtual space. The event takes advantage of a virtual event has all the members gathered on the same stage, including Kotobuki who currently lives in London. Also, this will be the first virtual concert by a voice actor group turned into 3D models. The event will allow the audience to experience "performances unique to a virtual concert", such as the members performing right before the audience and the audience's reaction affecting the stage performance. 'Sphere Virtual Live Vol.1 Future Streaming' will be held on the VR platform 'VARK' on August 22 at 19:00. Tickets are available at 5,980 JPY. Visit the event's special web page for further details. （C）2018-2021 VARK Inc.

In conjunction with "Sports’ Day", the full marathon of TV anime "Kuroko's Basketball" series will be held on "ABEMA" from July 22, 2021. Currently, "ABEMA" is having the "Abema Anime Fest 2021~ Anime Chou Natsu Matsuri~ (Lit. Abema Anime Fest 2021 ~Super Summer Anime Festival~)" that will have free broadcast or special project of the various famous anime from July to September. In conjunction with "Sports' Day", "Kuroko's Basketball" will be broadcast. "Kuroko's Basketball" is based on the manga that was serialized on "Weekly Shounen Jump" and it got its first anime in 2012. Then, this TV anime series has gotten a total of 3 seasons. The setting of this work takes place at the Seirin High School Basketball Club that started 2 years ago, and it depicts the youth basketball story of the main protagonist, Kuroko Tetsuya, who has a faint presence and below average athletic ability, and his partner with the tremendous jumping ability and the expected ace, Kagami Taiga, as they faced against their powerful rivals. Season 1 of the TV anime "Kuroko's Basketball" series was broadcast on July 22, season 2 will be broadcast on July 26, and season 3 will be broadcast on July 28, on "ABEMA Anime 2 Channel". (C) Fujimaki Tadatoshi/ Shueisha, Kuroko's Basketball Production Committee

A special anime commemorating the 20th anniversary of the publication of the fantasy historical novel series "Shabake" by Hatakenaka Megumi and the release of her latest book "Mou Ichido", has been released. It is currently being streamed on the "Shabake Official Website". Comments from the cast members including Enoki Junya, Uchiyama Koki and others have also arrived. "Shabake" is a fantasy historical novel by Hatakenaka Megumi that has sold more than 9 million copies in total. The story is about a sickly young master who solves difficult cases in Edo with demons. Today, to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the publication of the "Shabake" series and the release of the latest book "Mou Ichido", the "Shabake 20th Anniversary Special Anime" was released. It is directed by Ito Hideki known for "Natsume's Book of Friends the Movie: Ephemeral Bond," and produced by the anime studio Shuka, which also produces the "Natsume's Book of Friends" series. Also, the cast members include Enoki Junya as Young Master, Uchiyama Koki as Nikichi, Azakami Yohei as Sasuke, Kimura Ryohei as Byobu Nozoki, and Kanemoto Hisako as Suzuhikohime. In about three minutes, all the famous scenes from the "Shabake" series are condensed into one gorgeous work that both long-time fans and those who want to learn more about "Shabake" would enjoy.

The kickoff event of "Star Wars: Visions," a project to create new "Star Wars" works by Japanese animation studios, was held at The Garden Hall, Yebisu Garden Place on July 15, 2021. The event was attended by nine directors from seven studios, including General Director Mizusaki Junpei from Kamikaze Douga, Director Haga Hitoshi from Kinema Citrus, Director Eunyoung Choi and Director Abel Góngora from Science SARU, Director Igarashi Yuki from Geno Studio, Director Kimura Taku from Studio Colorido, Director Imaishi Hiroyuki and Director Otsuka Masahiko from Trigger, and Director Kamiyama Kenji from Production I.G., and Ichikawa Saya, who is a model of a fan of "Star Wars", took the stage. "Star Wars: Visions" is a project in which talented top animation creators from all over the world draw a new story of "Star Wars" with their own vision. The project started with nine directors from seven Japanese animation studios including Kamikaze Douga, Kinema Citrus, Science SARU, Geno Studio, Studio Colorido, Trigger, and Production I.G. Each of them will create an original animated short film based on "Star Wars". All nine films will be streamed exclusively through the video streaming service "Disney+" from September 22, 2021. The event began with a special message by Lucasfilm Executive Producer James Waugh, saying, "Japanese animation inspired a lot of the people at Lucasfilm over the years. This film is a love letter from Lucasfilm to the Japanese culture that gave birth to Japanese animation." We also talked about the stories of the films created by each studio, which had not been revealed until now. Regarding "The Duel," produced by Kamikaze Douga, General Director Mizusaki said, "Star Wars has always depicted a confrontational structure between the Sith and the Jedi, but this time I wanted to depict a story that takes place at the 'edge of the Star Wars world', where individuals fight each other with lightsabers." Regarding "The Village Bride," produced by Kinema Citrus, Director Haga said, "I depicted the fact that there are many worlds and customs in the galaxy through a wedding ceremony, which is the best way to show the customs of that culture." Regarding "Akakiri" and "T0-B1," produced by Science SARU, Director Eunyoung and Director Abel said respectively, "’Akakiri’ is a short-lived love story between a Jedi and a princess," and ‘"T0-B1’ is a story about a small humanoid droid, the main character, who grows up while he almost gives up on his dream," which showed a wide range of the stories of "Star Wars: Visions." Regarding "Lop and Ocho," produced by Geno Studio, Director Igarashi said, "Being set between Episodes 3 and 4, on a planet inhabited by people who love nature like we Japanese do, the story depicts the family-like bond between inhabitants of the planet, the Ocho, and the Lop, a rabbit-like race inspired by characters from the Star Wars comics." Regarding "Tatooine Rhapsody," produced by Studio Colorado, Director Kimura said, "It's about the main characters who aspire to be rock musicians, and it's about the friendship and bond between the band members. The theme of the film is to follow what they want to do without being bound by backgrounds." Regarding "The Twins" and "The Elder," produced by Trigger, Director Imaishi said, "’The Twins’ is about the remnants of the Empire trying to rise again after Episode IX, creating new twin Dark Lords, and the two of them exploring their hidden potential while overcoming difficulties." On the other hand, Director Otsuka said, "’The Elder’ is set in an older time period than Episode 1, and I made it with the hope that people who have never been exposed to the series before will become interested in Star Wars. It begins with knights, who are in a Master-Padawan relationship, encountering a mysterious old man on a remote planet." Finally, regarding "The Ninth Jedi," produced by Production I.G, Director Kamiyama said, "After Episode IX, has peace come to the galaxy? This is the story of the rebirth of the lightsabers and the Jedi knights. I wanted to portray the adventure story that is the origin of Star Wars with a different protagonist, just as Luke Skywalker, a nameless young man, went on an adventure in the ocean of space." When asked about their passion for "Star Wars," Director Kamiyama said, " I was 13 years old when I saw my first movie, and I thought I would be the one to make Star Wars. Now I have nothing but joy. I'm back to the innocent feeling I had when I was 13." Director Otsuka is a big "Star Wars" fan, who got so shocked when he saw "Star Wars" in junior high school that he created his own work based on "Star Wars" in high school, and talked about his passion for the work, "I took on this challenge with the thought that this would be the last time I would be involved in animation production as a creator in this work. I think the theme of passing on the legacy to the next generation is common to all of its works." Director Imaishi also mentioned about the music referring to the method of incorporating the spirit of Star Wars into his own work, "I thought that using a full orchestra would be the best way to express the musicality of Star Wars for the first time ever. Another first for me was to use film scoring, which is music composed based on completed images," On the other hand, he also revealed that he incorporated his own style into the film, saying, "I used the main staff members of 'Promare' that I produced a few years ago, and since it was a continuation of 'Promare', I incorporated a lot of elements that are characteristic of 'Promare', such as the use of colors and the gradation of the background." Each of the "Star Wars: Visions" films will be streamed exclusively on "Disney+" from September 22, 2021. (C) Disney (C) 2021 TM & (C) Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved.