Looking back on the”Attack on Titan” with live music! Orchestra concert held by Kaji Yuki and others [Report]

To commemorate the 10th anniversary, the Only Shop to support the studio will be held at the Animate stores in Nagoya, Osaka Nipponbashi, and Akihabara Main Store from October 9. At the event, new goods featuring the works by MAPPA will be sold, and some exhibitions will be available. "MAPPA" is an animation studio that has been producing multiple popular works such as "Kids on the Slope", "Yuri on Ice", "Zombie Land Saga", "Attack on Titan The Final Season", and "Jujutsu Kaisen". The purpose of this Only Shop is to celebrate the 10th anniversary of MAPPA and the event "MAPPA SHOWCASE 10th ANNIVERSARY" which will be held in Tokyo. For this occasion, the Only Shop commemorative items featuring "Jujutsu Kaisen", "Attack on Titan The Final Season", "Zombie Land Saga Revenge", "The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace", and "Re-Main" will be on sale. Moreover, life-sized panels and chronology wallpaper will be exhibited. Part of the commemorative items will also be available at the supporting shops (Animate in Sapporo, Sendai, Yokohama Vivre, Hiroshima, Fukuoka Parco) from October 9 to 12. Although the items are scheduled to be sold on Animate Online, detailed information will be announced at a later date. "'MAPPA 10th ANNIVERSARY Since2011' in Animate" will be sequentially held from October 9, 2021, starting at Animate Nagoya. ■Only Shop Information "'MAPPA 10th ANNIVERSARY Since2011' in Animate" Venue|Period: October 9 -24, 2021 November 6 – 21, 2021 November 27 – December 12, 2021 Contents: sale of Only Shop commemorative items, exhibition Exhibition Contents: Life-sized panel, chronology wallpaper, etc. "Jujutsu Kaisen" Acrylic Key Chain Collection (7 designs) Price for Single Pack (1 Piece): 715 JPY (incl. tax) Price for Box (7 Pieces): 5,005 JPY (incl. tax) "Attack on Titan" Tin Badge Collection (8 designs) Price for Single Pack (1 Piece): 440 JPY (incl. tax) Price for Box (8 Pieces): 3,520 JPY (incl. tax) "Zombie Land Saga Revenge" Squishy Tin Budge (8 designs) Price: 660 JPY (incl. tax) each "The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace" T-Shirt Price: 3,300 JPY (incl. tax) each "Re-Main" Acrylic Key Chain Collection (7 designs) Price for Single Pack (1 Piece): 715 JPY (incl. tax) Price for Box (7 Pieces): 5,005 JPY (incl. tax) (C)Isayama Hajime, Kodansha / 'Attack on Titan' The Final Season Production Committee (C)Akutami Gege / Shueisha, Jujutsu Kaisen Production Committee (C)Zombie Land Saga Revenge Production Committee (C)Amahara, Coolkyousinnjya, Hakusensha / "The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace" Production Committee (C)RE-MAIN Project

"Attack on Titan Festival!" started broadcasting all the movies and TV anime series of "Attack on Titan" at once on "ABEMA" from September 11. At the "ABEANI FES 2021 - Anime Autumn SP" being held on "ABEMA", three movies of "Attack on Titan" and TV anime series from Season 1 to Season 3 will be broadcast for free. On September 11 and 12, the movie "Attack on Titan: Season 1 First Part -Guren no Yumiya-" and the movie "Attack on Titan: Season 1 Second Part -Jiyu no Tsubasa-", which are the compilation of Season 1, will be broadcast in one go, and the following week, on September 18 and 19, the movie "Attack on Titan: Season 2 -Kakusei no Hoko-", a compilation of Season 2, will be broadcast. Every Monday thereafter, all episodes from Season 1 to Season 3 of the TV anime "Attack on Titan" will be broadcast in succession. "Attack on Titan Festival!" is being held on "ABEMA Anime 2 Channel" from September 11, 2021. (C) Isayama Hajime, Kodansha/ "Attack on Titan" Production Committee

From "Attack on Titan", new goods will be sequentially released. Pre-orders are available on "Chara ON!". The lineup for this round consists of 6 items, which are "Character Big Towel", "Flip Cover Smartphone Case", "Ballpoint Pen", "MOKU Stand", "Character Rubber Mat", and "Clear Folder". Please check out the items with your favorite character designed. Pre-orders are available on "Chara ON!". Please visit the product webpage for more details including the prices. (C)Isayama Hajime, Kodansha / 'Attack on Titan' The Final Season Production Committee

It was decided that the broadcast of episode 76 "Judgement" of "Attack on Titan The Final Season" is in January 2022. "Attack on Titan" is a dark fantasy manga by Isayama Hajime that started serialized on the first issue of "Bessatsu Shounen Magazine" in 2009. After the broadcast of episode 75 "Above and Below" on March 28, the words "'You have been waiting for it right?' 'Always' 'From two thousand years ago' 'For someone'" appeared together with the special teaser featuring the trajectory of Eren and others, and the broadcast of episode 76 "Judgement" was announced. Then, during the "Attack on Titan Orchestra Concert" that was held on August 22, it was announced that episode 76 will be broadcast in January 2022. The comments from director Hayashi Yuuichirou, "Sorry for keeping you waiting! The Final Season Part 2 (Episode 76 'Judgement') will be broadcast in January 2022! From the huge scale battle at Shiganshina District to the origin of the Titan, we are finally approaching the climax. There are various new challenges faced during production. Do look forward to seeing... how that scene would be shown!" Episode 76 "Judgment" of "Attack on Titan The Final Season" will be broadcast in January 2022. Also, the special compilation to look back on the story and the original anime that features the perspective from Levi, Ani, Mikasa, and others, are scheduled to be broadcast before the broadcast of episode 76. (C) Isayama Hajime, Kodansha/ "Attack on Titan The Final Season" Production Committee

To commemorate the 10th broadcast anniversary of the TV anime "Hanasaku Iroha", the "T-Card" has been announced. This "T-Card" is the "Support T-Card" that can be used to support the activities of the production committee of "Yuwaku Bonbori Festival". "Hanasaku Iroha" is the first "working series" by P.A.WORKS that was broadcast from April 2011 to September 2011. This original anime depicts the hostess apprentice, Matsumae Ohana, who is working at the hot spring inn "Kissuisou" in Ishikawa Prefecture, and the people around her. The fictional "Bonbori Festival" that appeared in the anime has become an "actual festival" and it is being held in Yuwaku Onsen, Kanazawa City (the model of the anime). This is an anime that is still loved by many fans. The announced "Support T-Card X Hanasaku Iroha" is a "Support T-Card", where the T-points obtained by shopping at the T-points' business partner can be used to donate to the selected party during the supporting period. The T-points obtained via the card is set aside to support the activities of the production committee of "Yuwaku Bonbori Festival", which was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the influence of the "Novel Coronavirus", and it will be linked to the continuation of this festival in the future. The surface of the card features an original illustration by the character designer and chief animation director, Sekiguchi Kanami. The design of the illustration is Ohana, Minko, Nako, and Yuina visiting "Bonbori Festival". Other than that, on the official website of "Support T-Card X Hanasaku Iroha", there will be a sale of the A3 size "Replicate Art" and "B2 Tapestry" with an original illustration, "Acrylic Art Stand" consisting of 3 acrylic boards to express the nuances of the background, the "Sliding-style Card Case" with the design of the wooden signboard of "Kissuisou", and other goods, so fan should check it out. The advance registration for "Support T-Card X Hanasaku Iroha" is currently available on the official website. From September 28, 2021, it will be available on certain "TSUTAYA" stores in Kita Shinetsu. The issuance fee is 550 JPY (tax included) and the issuance period is until December 31, 2022 while the supporting period is until December 31, 2026. Detailed information is available on the official website. 【Issuance Fee】550 JPY (tax included) 【Supporting Period】Until Thursday, December 31, 2026 【Issuance Period】Until Saturday, December 31, 2022 ※The scheduled delivery date for Support T-Card is on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 onward 【Applicable Store】 TSUTAYA ■ What's a Support T-Card? This is a T-Card, where you can contribute the T-points obtained from the T-points' business partner to the selected supporting partner. During the supporting period, all the T-points will be debited automatically. 30% of the debited T-points will be taken out as the handling fee. ※ The fixed period T-points will not be debited. After the supporting period, the T-Card can be used normally. (C) 2012 HanaIro Ryokan Union

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the anime adaptation "Haganai" (short for Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai, loosely 'I Don't Have Many Friends'), which depicts a pitiful youth rom-com, an exhibition event will be held at AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store from September 23. "Haganai" is the TV anime series based on the light novel that was written by Hirasaka Yomi and serialized in MF Bunko J. This work depicts a youth rom-com story between the protagonist Hasegawa Kodaka, who is having a difficulty making friends at school, and beautiful but pitiful girls of the "Neighbors Club", including Mikazuki Yozora, who is always in a bad mood. The 1st season of the anime was broadcast from October to December 2011, and 2nd season was broadcast from January 2013 to March 2013. This event titled '"Haganai" Anime 10th Anniversary Commemorative Museum' will exhibit the cutscenes and the anime magazine-copyrighted panels that bring back memories, and sell the latest foods. If you used to be an enthusiastic fan of "Haganai" back in the day, why don't you try visiting the event? '"Haganai" Anime 10th Anniversary Commemorative Museum' will be held at AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store from September 23 to October 10. (C)2011 Hirasaka Yomi, Published by Kadokawa Corporation - Media Factory / Production Committee Doesn't Have Many Friends (C)2013 Hirasaka Yomi, Published by Kadokawa Corporation - Media Factory / Production Committee Doesn't Have Many Friends

The first original art exhibition of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba", called "'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Gotouge Koyoharu's Original Art Exhibition" will be held from October 26 to December 12, at Mori Arts Center Gallery, Tokyo. Prior to the exhibition, the latest goods, including the "Uribou Series T-shirts", have been revealed on the official website. "'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Gotouge Koyoharu's Original Art Exhibition" will display various original arts by the author Gotouge Koyoharu, and this exhibition will reveal the charm of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba", which remains popular after the serialization has ended. In the venue that has expressed the world setting of the original manga, there will be various tremendous 3-dimensional statues as well as a space, where you can experience the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps. and the Demon, "Mugen Castle", so this is an exhibition that fans shouldn't miss out on. Various goods will be released to commemorate this exhibition, and a portion of the original goods with a new illustration by Gotouge Koyoharu have been revealed. A collaboration cafe with this exhibition will be held at the cafe "The Sun & The Moon" that is located next to the venue. "'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Gotouge Koyoharu's Original Art Exhibition" will be held from October 26 to December 12, at Mori Arts Center Gallery, Tokyo. It will be held in Osaka on July 14, 2022. Please visit the official website for more detailed information. (C) Gotouge Koyoharu/ Shueisha

"Seiyuu Danshi Desuga...? (I'm a voice actor, but...?)" is a voice actor variety program featuring young voice actors, including Uemura Yuuto, Umehara Yuuichiro, and Kobayashi Yuusuke The special event of "Nananin no You Drama CD Adaptation Project (The Seven Apparitions' Drama CD Adaptation Project)" from this program has been announced. The event is called "Seiyuu Danshi no! 'Nananin no You' Bunkasai Desuga...? ('The Seven Apparitions' Cultural Festival of I'm a Voice Actor, but...?)", and it will be held on October 31, on "Nippon TV Lanlan Hall, Yomiuri Land". "Seiyuu Danshi Desuga...?" is a regular voice actor variety program that is broadcast on CS TV station's "Family Theatre" for 6 years. The film was released in 2020. It features the 7 young voice actors, which are Uemura Yuuto, Umehara Yuuichiro, Koumoto Keisuke, Kobayashi Yuusuke, Shirai Yuusuke, Honjou Yuutarou, and Yamamoto Kazutomi. This program is aimed to deliver "soothing, throbbing, and smiling" moments to the ladies as they challenged the various obstacles while making full use of their "voice actor" potentials via "voice" and "acting". It was announced that the special event based on the program original drama CD "Nananin no You", called "Seiyuu Danshi no! 'Nananin no You' Bunkasai Desuga...?" will be held. The event has the theme of "cultural festival", and it will feature various corners, such as "'Nananin no You' Look back Corner" as they look back toward the activities since the birth of the character, a project to visit the place related to the apparitions, The "Nananin no You" recital that could only be heard in this event, and the quiz & game corners. This will be a program that can be enjoyed by both the audience of "Seiyuu Danshi Desuga...?" and those who had purchased the drama CD of "Nananin no You", so do check it out if you are a fan. "Seiyuu Danshi no! 'Nananin no You' Bunkasai Desuga...?" will be held on October 31, on "Nippon TV Lanlan Hall, Yomiuri Land". ■"Seiyuu Danshi no! 'Nananin no You' Bunkasai Desuga...?" Date: October 31, 2021 (Sunday) Afternoon Session: Venue Open at 12:30 PM/ Start at 1:30 PM, End at 3:30 PM Night Session: Venue Open at 5:00 PM/ Start at 6:00 PM, End at 8:00 PM Venue: Nippon TV Lanlan Hall, Yomiuri Land (Inside Yomiuri Land Amusement Park, 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi-shi, Tokyo) Organizer: Tohoku Shinsha Co., Ltd. Ticket Price: 7,500 JPY (tax included) ※ The price is inclusive of the ticket entry on the performance date. Pre-schooler are not allowed to enter. Ticket Seller: Advance sale for Family Theatre Club Premium Member... at 12:00 noon, on September 3, 2021 (Friday) ※Information on the on-site ticket sale will be announced later Performer: Uemura Yuuto, Umehara Yuuichiro, Koumoto Keisuke, Kobayashi Yuusuke, Shirai Yuusuke, Honjou Yuutarou, Yamamoto Kazutomi ※The lineup of performers might change without prior notice. (C) Tohoku Shinsha/ Sarachiyomi

The police comedy “Police in a Pod”, in which Wakayama Shion and Ishikawa Yui will play police officer tags, will receive the TV anime adaption in 2022. The teaser visual and PV were revealed together with the announcement. The comments from the staff and casts have arrived as well. The original work of “Police in a Pod” is the manga by Yasu Miko, which is currently serialized in Kodansha “Morning”. The series sale marked 2.3 million copies , and the TV drama adaptation has been started in July 2021. A new police officer Kawai Mai, who hopes to quit her job due to heavy work, and the former elite of the police department Fuji Seiko, who graduated from the police academy with the best grades, forms a tag and will perform job comedy that makes the audience laugh, surprise, and cry. Together with the announcement o the n “Police in a Pod” TV anime adaption, the teaser visual and PV were released. The visual depicts Kawai Mai and Fuji Seiko bowing toward the viewers, and PV shows the encounter of those two. The illustration from the Yasu Miko and cast & staff comments have arrived. TV anime “Police in a Pod” is scheduled in 2022. Anime Commemoration Illustration from the original author, Yasu Miko Wakayama Shion/Kawai Mai My name is Wakayama Shion, and I will be playing Kawai Mai this time. While it is a pleasure for me to play the favorite character of my favorite manga, I'm under big pressure. To deliver the charm of Kawai, who is reckless and slow, but sharp minds and senses, I will do my best so please look at an ordinary life at Machiyama Police Station. Ishikawa Yui/Fuji Seiko This is the theme that picks up the police officers, who always work for the safety of us and our cities. I participated in the audition by thinking, “I can support them in some way”, because I have an experience of being helped by the police officers. Fuji, the role I play, is the former elite of the police department, and is called “Miss Perfect” ...but has a lot of points that should be corrected. I want to perform the daily life of police officers filled with honest comments with laughter and coolness. I want to make it appealing, together with Wakayama Shion (Kawai)! Director Satou Yuuzou The live-action drama is already on air , and the anime adaptation “Police in a Pod” is finally will be released Please watch the anime. This is the diary of police officers at the special workplace of the police station, with a reckless, new police officer Kawai will be trained (?) and that is so cute (?). Even a police officer is an ordinary girl if she takes off her uniform, and I am certain that you will support Kawai, who experiences something unique even for police officers. Series Structure; Kingetsu Ryuunosuke Never draws out something necessary, and don’t add anything unnecessary... Please look for pure 100% “Police in a Pod”. I could see Yasu-sensei every week for the script meetings and even could listen background episodes... It was a wonderful experience for her manga fan! Character Design: Tsuchiya Kei TV anime “Police in a Pod” is announced! This story is full of human stories, from funny to dramatic stories. To produce the anime that allows voice actors to perform properly, anime staff studio is cooperating entirely. Please look forward to “Police in a Pod”. ■ “Police in a Pod” ●Broadcast Information Scheduled in 2022 ●Staff Original Author: Yasu Miko (Serialized on Kodansha “Morning”) Director: Satou Yuuji Series Structure: Kingetsu Ryuunosuke Character Design: Tsuchiya Kei Animation Production MADHOUSE ●Casts Kawai Mai: Wakayama Shion Fuji Seiko: Ishikawa Yui ※Please check out the official website and Twitter account to receive special illustration by Yasu Miko on the colored papers with autographs and a name of your request to 5 applicants. © Yasu Miko, Kodansha/Police in a Pod Production Committee

May 30 is Ishikawa Yui's birthday. Ishikawa Yui debuted as a voice actress in the 2000s. She won Best Actress in Supporting Roles in the 8th Seiyu Awards, and Best Actress in a Leading Role in the 15th Seiyu Awards. In 2021, she is playing main characters in "Tropical-Rouge! Pretty Cure", "The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent", and "Battle Athletes Victory ReSTART!". To celebrate her birthday, Anime!Anime! conducted a reader survey titled 'Who is your favorite character voiced by Ishikawa Yui?'. During the survey period from May 19 to 26, a total of 208 responses were received. For the gender ratio, the females were the majority with about 60% while the males were about 40%. For the age distribution, we received the majority of responses from the young readers: about 35% were teens, and 30% in their 20s. ■Both main characters and heroines have been ranked! 1st place 1st place went to Violet Evergarden from "Violet Evergarden". The support rating was about 40%, and moved up from 2nd place last year. Violet is a ghostwriter who used to be a soldier. The comments received are, "This character is hard to get along with, as she doesn't express her emotions. However, she has gradually become better at showing her feelings, from TV anime series to films, which I can tell through Ishikawa-san's wonderful play", "Ishikawa-san perfectly plays Violet's subtle emotions while she is getting capable of understanding 'love' through her job as a ghostwriter. I was moved by the scenes where she is crying and shouting", "Ishikawa-san Plays Violet using different voices and plays as she grows up, which is wonderful. She expresses indescribable feelings with a few words". These comments show how the readers were attracted by her changing through various encounters. Especially, the film released in 2020 got a high reputation. Some readers left comments such as, "I couldn't help crying" and "I saw many times". 2nd place 2nd place went to Mikasa Ackerman from "Attack on Titan". The support rating was about 25%, and she dropped from 1st place last year. The readers mention this character as a heroine with both strength and cuteness with comments, including "Mikasa is not a heroine who is protected by a protagonist, but a heroine who protects a protagonist. She is bright and cool, but, she is also the cutest cute girl that loves Eren more than anyone else!", "Even though she is a beautiful, lovely, and strong woman, but she also has a somewhat transient aspect. Ishikawa-san's pure voice matches such a character", and "I am moved by her faithfully loves Elen. I respect such a strong girl". 3rd place 3rd place went to Ichinose Minori from "Tropical-Rouge! Pretty Cure". The support rating is about 15%. Ichinose Minori is a 2nd-year middle school student who has the top grade for the school year. Her charm point is her eyes, and her alter ego is Cure Papaya. The readers were attracted by her gaps as a Pretty Cure, saying "She usually has a poker face and doesn't show any emotion, but she becomes cheerful after transformation. I love that!", "She takes off her glasses when she transforms, which is cute. She is usually quiet but playful at the same time. She is a very amusing character!" ■Let's introduce other comments!! For Sei from "The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent". "Although she is summoned to a different world, she faces the reality, and looks for what she can do. I like such a genuine personality." "I can tell Ishikawa-san's nice personality from her play, which also makes the character's popularity increase." For Shinjo Hinaki from "Aikatsu!" "I was encouraged by her making an effort towards her dream, and I got to love dressing up, thanks to Hinaki-chan." For Anima "ALTDEUS: Beyond Chronos". "This is a rare character that keeps growling, but Ishikawa-san plays her as if she were rich in emotion, which shows how skillful she is." For Aurora from "UTA-KATA Vol.1 -Yoake no Ginyu Shijin-" "She is the character for her first solo live-performance. She is a bard who travels with protagonist Cordelia. I was moved by 'meaning of recitation' for her. I still remember it." Her role in a music recital got some votes. In the survey of 2021, various characters were ranked from a blockbuster title that came to an end, and latest titles released in 2021. A full-list of the characters that won is below as well, which includes not only the characters from anime, but also those from games and dubbed version of western films. ■Ranking Top 10 1. Violet Evergarden "Violet Evergarden" 2. Mikasa Ackerman "Attack on Titan" 3. Ichinose Minori / Cure Papaya "Tropical-Rouge! Pretty Cure" 4. Sei "The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent" 5. YoRHa No.2 Type B "Nier: Automata" 6. Shinjo Hinaki "Aikatsu!" 7. Izanami Kyoko "The Day I Became a God" 8. Utara Canaria "Qualidea Code" 8. Junior Red Blood Cell "Cells at Work!" 8. Taira Tsukasa "Devils' Line" ■Full-list of the characters that won votes. Violet Evergarden "Violet Evergarden" Mikasa Ackerman "Attack on Titan" Ichinose Minori / Cure Papaya "Tropical-Rouge! Pretty Cure" Sei "The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent" YoRHa No.2 Type B "Nier: Automata" Shinjo Hinaki "Aikatsu!" Izanami Kyoko "The Day I Became a God" Utara Canaria "Qualidea Code" Junior Red Blood Cell "Cells at Work!" Taira Tsukasa "Devils' Line" Aurora "UTA-KATA Vol.1 -Yoake no Ginyu Shijin-" Anima "ALTDEUS: Beyond Chronos" Zia Rodriguez "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom" Yutika "Lupin the Third princess of the breeze -Kakusareta Kuchu Toshi-" Ito Haruna "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" （Survey Period: May 19 - 26, 2021)

The key visual and 1st PV have been announced from "Battle Athletes Daiundokai ReSTART!", which will be released in April 2021. Morohoshi Sumire, Ishikawa Yui, and Tomita Miyu will join the main cast. "Battle Athletes Daiundokai ReSTART!" is a brand-new anime adaptation, whose other media adaptation was serialized from 1997 to 1998. "Battle Athletes" depicts beautiful girls that engage in various sports, competing for the title of best in the universe, and is still popular among the fans as a moving masterpiece. Morohoshi Sumire, Ishikawa Yui, and Tomita Miyu have been announced as the main cast. Morohoshi will play the role of the protagonist Akehoshi Kanata, Ishikawa will play the role of Eva Garenstein, a mysterious superhuman, and Tomita will play the role of Shelley Wong, diligent person with indomitable spirit. The PV released features the girls competing for the title of Cosmic Beauty. TV anime "Battle Athletes Daiundokai ReSTART!" will be released in April 2021. (C)AIC Rights, Taiyou-kei Management Committee

The latest film adaptation of the TV anime "My Hero Academia", "My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission", will be in theaters from August 6, 2021. In commemoration of the release, "'My Hero Academia' 2021 Summer Ultra Special Broadcast" will be streamed on YouTube on August 7, the next day of the film release. There will be a talk session of the main cast members, including Yamashita Daiki. The live broadcast, "'My Hero Academia' 2021 Summer Ultra Special Broadcast" will be streamed on the YouTube TOHO animation channel on August 7, as a thank-you project for the 5th season of the TV anime. Yamashita Daiki as the protagonist Deku, Okamoto Nobuhiko as Bakugou Katsuki, and Kaji Yuuki as Todoroki Shouto will be participating in the program. The program will be streamed from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (JST). Information about the original "World Heroes' Mission", goods which will be sold at the theaters, was also released. The goods feature an original illustration of the movie's original character Rody Soul enjoying a movie along with the familiar characters, Deku, Bakugou, Todoroki, Uraraka Ochako, Endeavor, and Hawks. (C) Horikoshi Kouhei / Shueisha, My Hero Academia Production Committee

To commemorate the latest work of the manga artist Takahashi Rumiko "MAO" on reaching 100 chapters on "Weekly Shounen Sunday", the release of volume 9 of the manga, and the over 1 million copies in circulation, the digest movie of "MAO" has been released. The characters are voiced by Kaji Yuuki, Shimono Hiro, and Toyonaga Toshiyuki. In the digest movie, Kaji Yuuki is the voice of the main protagonist Mao, Shimono Hiro is the voice of Mao's brother Hyakka, and Toyonaga Toshiyuki is the voice of another brother Kamon. The movie will tell the story up until the latest development, and it is created in a way, where the world setting and story of this work can be understood by those who haven't read "MAO" yet. "MAO 100 Chapters and 1 Million Copies Commemoration Program" featuring Kaji, Shimono, and Toyonaga will be broadcast on the YouTube channel "Weekly Shounen Sunday TV", at 8:30 PM, on July 16, 2021. The live dubbing corner is a must-see, so don't miss it out.

Voice actor Kaji Yuuki will be playing the role of the "Grim Reaper" in the latest edition of the "Tales of the Unusual" series, "Tales of the Unusual '21 Summer Special Edition" (airing June 26, 2021) on Fuji Television Network. We have received a comment from Kaji-san about this. “Tales of the Unusual" started airing as a regular drama in April 1990. Since then, it has been broadcasted twice a year in the form of special editions and has created a bizarre world of stories by crossing writers and scriptwriters who represent each era with gorgeous actors. The latest series "Tales of the Unusual '21 Summer Special" features four "strange" episodes. Kaji-san will appear in one of them, "Dead in 15 Seconds”. This will be his first video appearance in a Fuji TV drama. Kaji-san plays the role of the "Grim Reaper" in this drama. He appears to pick up Mikami Megumi (played by Kichise Michiko), a pharmacist who has died after being shot in the back, and tells her that she has 15 seconds left to live. Kaji-san wears special makeup to play this role. Watch out for the heated theatrical battle with Kichise-san. Kaji-san also commented on his appearance in the "Tales of the Unusual '21 Summer Special Edition". “Tales of the Unusual 21: Summer Special" will be broadcasted on June 26, 2021 from 9:00 p.m. on Fuji Television Network. Comments from Kaji Yuuki --How did you feel when you were asked to be in this movie? I'm not a fan of so-called "scary stories", but when I was in elementary school, I plucked up the courage and came into contact with a horror/occult film for the very first time. I was shocked by the fact that the stories were not just "scary" but also "strange," and ever since then it has become my favorite series. I feel that this drama has a wide range of appeal, from stories that make you laugh to those that bring you to tears. --Your impression after reading the script. It was very interesting, and I was excited to read the script until the end. This is, as the title says, a "Tale of the Unusual". --About the role of the "Grim Reaper" in this story. I felt that it was a very playful character that would have a variety of images depending on the reader. I also felt that it was a very difficult role to play. --What are your impressions of the role you actually played? I played the role while thinking about the intention of casting myself as a voice actor and hoping that I could create a sense of "discomfort" in a good way with my voice and acting. After all, the very existence of the "Grim Reaper" itself is foreign to me (laughs). I really enjoyed the challenge of playing a role that I had never played before, even in voice acting. --They put on special makeup for the play.... It was my first time to use special makeup, so I was simply happy. Moreover, I didn't know that JIRO-san, a top artist in this field, would do my makeup. I was impressed by his exquisite skill in taking the "cat" element of the original story and making it look somewhat human. It was an invaluable experience for me. --What were your impressions of working with Kichise-san? It was a two-people show from beginning to end. It was a very stimulating time to interact with Kichise-san, who is a very senior actor. I also learned a lot from her because of her wonderful behavior as a theater director. I was honored to be able to perform with her. --Have you yourself had any strange experiences like this, which cannot be explained by modern society? A few years ago, when I was climbing Mt. Fuji. In the middle of the night, weI witnessed several lights moving in a group, which were clearly different from airplanes... that was what my friend who was climbing with me said (laughs). --Please give a message to the viewers. It's a bit scary and mysterious, just like "Tales of the Unusual" should be. I hope that I was able to create a character that will leave a lasting impression on the viewers, so that they will be aware of the existence of the "Grim Reaper" at any moment in their lives. Please look forward to the broadcast! (C) Fuji Television Network, Inc.

The TV anime "Blue Period" will start airing at 1:25 am on October 2, 2021. It was also announced that it will be streamed in advance exclusively on Netflix in Japan from September 25. "Blue Period" is a story about sports, never-give-upspirit, and art serialized by Yamaguchi Tsubasa in Kodansha's "Gekkan Afternoon". The story follows Yaguchi Yatora, a high school student who has excellent grades and is at the top of the school cliques, but who feels empty and frustrated. This time, along with the broadcasting and streaming information, the theme song information was also released. The opening theme song will be "EVERBLUE" sung by Omoinotake, and the ending theme song will be "Replica" sung by mol-74. "Blue Period" will be aired on October 2 at 1:25 am on "Super Animeism," MBS/TBS network of 28 stations nationwide, and will be available exclusively on Netflix from September 25. In addition, "Just before the anime airs! Take a deep look at Blue Period SP" will be aired on September 25 at 1:25 am. For more information, please visit the official website. ＜For more information, please visit the official website. Omoinotake I'm Omoinotake, and I'm in charge of the opening song for the TV anime "Blue Period". I'm honored to be involved in this wonderful work filled with the pain and wonder of "creating". We, three members, didn't have any "talent" at all. "Then, what should we do?" we thought, after years of trial and error, we reached a street live performance in Shibuya, where Blue Period is set. "Doing what you love doesn't mean it's always fun." We overlapped ourselves with the words of Yatora and turned the overflowing words and melody into a song. We've been a band for nine years now, and just like Yatora, who said, "I love to draw," I think we just "love music." "EVERBLUE" is the opening song of Blue Period that we created. We put all the complexes and conflicts, the initial impulse of the adolescents, the anguish, and the hope that awaits us in the future into the song. I hope that many people will feel the same as this blue wish. mol-74 This time, I’m in charge of the ending theme song for the anime "Blue Period". I'm very happy and honored because I love this manga. The anguish and struggle he went through to create his work, and the joy and excitement he felt when it was completed. Although the cultures of art and music are different, there are many parts of the story that overlap with my own, and the main character, Yatora, who is desperately fighting against his own situation, has encouraged me many times. In "Replica," I put some messages that say, "Don't expect someone else to change the world, but change the world by yourself." I would be happy if this song can get close to you in your struggle against the current situation. ■Staff Original Story: Yamaguchi Tsubasa "Blue Period" (serialized in Kodansha's "Afternoon") General Director: Masunari Koji Director: Asano Katsuya Series Composition/Screenwriter: YoshidaReiko Character Design : Shitaya Tomoyuki Art Director: Nakamura Ken, Kaneko Yuji Art Setting : Ogawa Mamio, Nakajima Mika Director of Photography: Hattori Yasushi Color Design: Utagawa Ritsuko 3DCG Director : Omi Arimasa Editing: Seki Kazuhiko Special Effects: Fukuda Naomasa Music : Inoue Ippei Sound Effects : Koyama Kenji Music Producer : Sakai Kohei Music Production: DMM music Sound Director: Kikuta Hiromi Production: Seven Arcs ■Cast Yaguchi Yatora: Mineta Hiromu Ayukawa Ryuji: Hanamori Yumiri Takahashi Yotasuke: Yamashita Daiki Hashida Haruka: Kawanishi Kengo Kuwana Maki: MiyamotoYume Mori Maru: Aoyagi Mayu Saeki Masako: Hirano Fumi Sumida: Fukunishi Masaya Koigakubo: Kamio Shin’ichiro Utashima: Tachibana Tatsumaru Umino: Hiratsuka Miku Shirai: Hasegawa Ikumi Shirota: Nemoto Yuna Yamamoto: Koga Aoi Oba Mayu: Kazu Yuki Okada Sae: Suyama Emiri Ishii Takuro: Murata Taishi Sakuraba Hanako: Onishi Saori (C) Yamaguchi Tsubasa, Kodansha/Blue Period Production Committee

The TV anime "Ranking of Kings", whose original comic has sold over 1.3 million copies, will start broadcasting on October 14, 2021. Along with the announcement, the 2nd main PV has been unveiled. We have received comments from yama, who sings the ending theme song. "Ranking of Kings" is based on the same-name manga that was written by Toka Sosuke and has sold over 1.3 million copies. The story depicts how the main character, Prince Bojji, who is scorned by his vassals or even by the public as "You are not possibly a right person for a king" due to his deafness and inability to wield a sword properly, is changing after he meets his first friend, Kage. The 2nd main PV that has recently been released depicts Bojji, who is scorned by the public, rising up through the encounter with Kage. The scene gives a glimpse of the main stories. Moreover, the ending theme song "Oz." sung by yama can also be heard. The TV Anime "Ranking of Kings" will be broadcast on Fuji TV's "Noitamina" and others from October 14, 2021. yama I am honored to sing the ending theme song of such a wonderful work, "Ranking of Kings". Everyone has a weakness that he/she doesn't show to anyone, and lives seriously for his/her right. Even though there were a lot of scenes that touched my heart, the stories gave me courage and warmth. I produced the song so that it can gently envelop all the characters. I would be happy if you can enjoy it. 【Broadcast Information】 Starting on October 15, 2021, Every Friday at 0:55 AM Fuji TV's "Noitamina", etc. Unlimited streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video! *The schedule is subject to change without prior notice. 【STAFF】 Original Creator: Toka Sosuke "Ranking of Kings" (Beam Comix / published by KADOKAWA) / Director: Hatta Yosuke / Series Composition: Kishimoto Taku / Character Design|Chief Animation Director: Nozaki Atsuko / Sub-Character Design|Chief Animation Director: Kawake Masaki / Assistant Director: Imai Arifumi / Chief Episode Director: Fuchigami Makoto / Main Animator: Oshiro Masaru, Ogasawara Shin, Fujii Nozomu / Art Director: Kaneko Yuji / Art Setting: Fujii Kazushi / Color Design: Hashimoto Ken / Director of Photography: Izumita Kazuto, Ueda Noriyuki / Editing: Kiyose Hiroshi / Music: MAYUKO / Sound Director: Ebina Yasunori / Sound Effects: Ogata Yasunori / Animation Producer: Okada Maiko / Animation Production: Wit Studio 【CAST】 Bojji: Hinata Manami / Kage: Murase Ayumu / Daida: Kaji Yuuki / Hilling : Satou Rina / Domas: Eguchi Takuya / Bebin: Ueda Yoji / Apis: Yasumoto Hiroki / Drusi: Tadokoro Hinata / Hokuro: Yamashita Daiki / Boss: Miyake Kenta / Shiina: Honda Takako / The Magic Mirror: Sakamoto Maaya / Death-har: Shimoyama Yoshimmitsu / Death-par: Sakurai Takahiro (C)Toka Sosuke, Published by KADOKAWA / Anime "Ranking of Kings" Production Committee

The broadcast date of "Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House" on NHK E will be on October 2, 2021. The new key visual and the artist to perform the opening theme have also been revealed. "Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House" is based on the same-name comic by Koyama Aiko. Two girls Kiyo and Sumire left Aomori to aim to become a Maiko in Kyoto, but Kiyo is hired as the new cook of the Maiko house for an unexpected opportunity. Through delicious meals, the story warmly depicts the everyday life of Kiyo, who cooks meals for Maiko in a red-light district, Sumire, who earns praise as the "one in a hundred years" promising Maiko, and other Maikos who live together with them. The anime version has been broadcast on "NHK World JAPAN", a Japanese broadcast service for overseas, since February 2021, and the cast members include Hanazawa Kana as Kiyo, M・A・O as Sumire, Takayama Minami, Matsuda Satsumi, Katakai Kaoru, and Koyama Rikiya. The opening animation has been completely renewed for the broadcast on NHK E. The opening theme song will be performed by Tsuji Ayano, a singer-songwriter from Kyoto, who is known for "Kaze ni Naru" as the theme song of "The Cat Returns" produced by Studio Ghibli. "Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House" will be broadcast on NHK E from 9:20 AM on October 2. (C)Koyama Aiko, Shogakukan / NHK, NEP

Voice actor Nagatsuka Takuma known for "Visual Prison" and "SK8 the Infinity" will debut as a solo artist on October 6, 2021, right after his birthday! Nagatsuka is a voice actor who played Veuve Elizabeth in "Visual Prison", Miya Chinen from "SK8 the Infinity", and Atachi Yoshio in "Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens". Although he already had a reputation as a good singer, in his debut he will also show himself as a dancer. Prior to the debut, the official Twitter and artist official YouTube channels held by the staff were established on September 8. On the YouTube channel, there is also a commentary video from Nagatsuka talking about his current feelings, so please check it out if you are a fan. Nagatsuka's debut mini-album "dance with me" will be released on October 6. The lead track "dance with me" will be available on each music streaming website in advance from September 13. 1st mini-album "dance with me" COZX-1806-1807 CD + DVD 3,080 JPY (tax excluded price 2,800 JPY) COCX-41554 Price: 2,420 JPY (tax excluded price 2,200 JPY) [CD contents] 01 dance with me Lyrics and Music: PA-NON, Deguchi Takashi, ha-j Arrangement: ha-j * Advance delivery starts from 12:00 A.M. on September 13 02 Spiral Truth Lyrics: Cocoro., Shirato Yusuke Music: Shirato Yusuke Arrangement: Takagi Ryuichi, Shirato Yusuke 03 Neons Night Lyrics / Music / Arrangement: amazuti 04 Broken Memories Lyrics: JAKAZ, KANATA OKAJIMA Composition / Arrangement: Kyota. 05 Do This, Do That Lyrics / Music / Arrangement: Iida Ryota [DVD contents] dance with me Music Video Music Video Making

Bushiroad Inc. has held the "Bushiroad Strategy Presentation Fall 2021" on September 14, 2021. This event has featured Fukagawa Ruka, Watase Yuzuki, Maeda Seiji, Aoi Shouta, Mano Takumi, Shindou Amane, Ayasa, Nakashima Yuki, Koyama Momoyo, Nishio Yuka, and Starlight Kid. "Bushiroad Strategy Presentation Fall 2021" has announced the future developments mainly on its TCG (Trading Card Game) content, such as "Cardfight!! Vanguard", "Weiß Schwarz", and "Rebirth for you". Regarding the anime related information, the latest visual, PV, and broadcast information of the TV anime "Cardfight!! Vanguard" have been revealed together with the announcement of the TV anime season 3 and season 4. The information on the opening and ending of the season 2 have been announced as well. The opening is the tie-up song "START" by "Strawberry Prince" while the ending is the latest song of "Morfonica" featuring Shindou Amane (voice of Oogura Megumi) as the vocalist. Also, the violist Ayasa was invited as a guest as she has shown off the medley of "Vanguard" in the event. The situation of "Bushiroad Strategy Presentation Fall 2021" can be seen on the official YouTube channel of "Bushiroad". The announcement of each content is also available on the designated webpage. （C）VANGUARD overDress Character Design （C）2021 CLAMP・ST illust:Kinema citrus

The broadcast date and 2nd PV of "Shinka no Mi: Shiranai Uchi ni Kachigumi Jinsei" has been revealed. It was also announced that the voice of Saria (Before Evolution" will be voiced by Inada Tetsu, which is his first heroine role in his career as a voice actor for more than 25 years. "Shinka no Mi: Shiranai Uchi ni Kachigumi Jinsei" is based on the same-name novel by Miku that is being published by Futabasha "Monster Bunko". On a certain day, the bullied high school student, Hiiragi Seiichi was summoned to a world with swords and magic together with the whole school. His story on walking through the road of success started when he happened to eat the "Shinka no Mi (Evolution's Fruit)" It was decided that the role of the female gorilla, Saria (Before Evolution), who fell in love with Seiichi after her attack was evaded for the first time by Seiichi, is voiced by Inada Tetsu, and his comments have been released. "Shinka no Mi: Shiranai Uchi ni Kachigumi Jinsei" starts at 2:00 AM, on October 4, 2021, on TV Tokyo and other channels. ＜Below are the full comments＞ Inada Tetsu, voice of Saria (Before Evolution) I'm Inada Tetsu, the role of the true heroine. I have been working as a voice actor for more than 25 years and have gotten the chance to voice various genres of characters, but this is my first time for a heroine. After the recording of episode 1, I felt that this role is not that easy. I will aim to be the heroine both in the name and reality of this work while treating Hanazawa Kana-chan as my rival. ■ Character's Introduction A level 700 Kaiser Kong. She suddenly appeared in front of Seiichi at the "Hatenaki Hiai no Mori (lit. Forest of Endless Sadness)". At first, she attacks Seiichi as she sees him as a rival, but this female gorilla suddenly fell for Seiichi as her attack was evaded for the first time by Seiichi She loves Seiichi a lot. ■ Broadcast Information Broadcast starts in October 2021, on TV Tokyo, BS TV Tokyo, AT-X, and other channels while streaming starts on dAnime Store and other website TV Tokyo: Starting from October 4, every Monday, at 2:00 AM~ BS TV Tokyo: Starting from October 6, every Wednesday, at 12:30 AM~ AT-X: Starting from October 7, every Thursday, at 10:30 PM~ (Re-runs: Every Monday, at 10:30 AM/ Every Wednesday, at 3:30 PM) ※Broadcast time might change ■ Staff Original Creator: Miku (Futabasha Monster Bunko) Original Character Design: U35 Director: Okumura Yoshiaki Series Composition, Script: Ichikawa Gigaemon Character Design: Eda Minami Coloring: Hibi Chieko Background: SAKO Art Director: Lee Seo-gu Photography Director: Imaizumi Hideki Editor: Chaen Ichirou Sound Director: Tanaka Ryou Sound Production: Glovision Casting: Matsuki Kasami, Kiso Tomokazu Music: Hifumi. Inc Producers: HOTLINE Production: "Shinka no Mi" Production Committee ■ Cast Members Hiiragi Seiichi: Shimono Hiro Saria: Hanazawa Kana Saria (Before Evolution): Inada Tetsu Altria Grem: Inoue Marina Gustle Clute: Inada Tetsu Ellis Maclaine: Nishio Yuka Lulune: Nishimoto Rimi Kannazuki Karen: Nanjou Yoshino Louise Balze: Hikasa Youko Hitsuji-san: Arai Satomi Origa Calmeria: Kubo Yurika ■ Music Opening Theme: "EVOLUTiON:" by Nanjou Yoshino Ending Theme: "Moonlight Walk" by Poppin' Party (C) Miku/ Futabasha, "Shinka no Mi" Production Committee

"Say You to Yoasobi Tue 'Shimono Hiro X Uchida Maaya' #21" featuring the voice actors Shimono Hiro and Uchida Maaya as the MC, was streamed at 10:00 PM, on September 14, 2021, on "ABEMA"'s "Anime Live Channel". During the broadcast, various food-related corners were held in conjunction with "Kuishinbou no Hi (lit. Gourmand Day)" on September 14. Some of the corners are a quiz where they guess which of the two choices has higher calories "Which is the high calorie", a talk regarding their memorial "food" "Memorial Food Talk", and a food report while avoiding the NG words "Food Report Challenge". ■ What's "the favourite school meal during the primary school time" of Shimono Hiro & Uchida Maaya? In conjunction with "Kuishinbou no Hi" on September 14, the broadcast started with Shimono and Uchida "Time to dig in" as they chew down on the Hamburg steak. The "Memorial Food Talk" was also held in the program due to the statement of "If we are talking about Gourmand, it must be the memorial of a food!". While the talk was livened up by the after-school food they had during their high school times, when asked about their "favourite school meal during the primary school time", Uchida answered "Fried Bread!" followed with a memory regarding the fried bread, which was "Fried bread is quite a rare school meal as it only serves during the special day. On that day also, they also provide milmake and melon bread, which make me enjoy my meal in delight". Shimono then talked about a warm memory with this teacher, "I believe it was during 4th grade that my teacher brought the mixture of salt and MSG and make riceball from the leftover rice. This has also caused a war in the class. That salted riceball is the school meal that I wanted to eat the most". In response to that, Uchida nodded with a soft expression and said "That was very nice! To think that a teacher had made that~". Both of them also talked about the regular "rock-paper-scissors" for the school meal among the primary school student, which are "The feeling of having to rock-paper-scissors to eat your desired food is almost gone right", "A lot of efforts were used (during the meal time) isn't it?". For the theme of "Guilty food that was eaten at midnight", both of them keep raised their hands as they revealed the midnight gourmet, such as "There is no other choices other than the cup noodle!", "There is also potato chips. Time to have a party", and "There is also the beef bowl after drinking alcohol!". ■ The continuous retorts toward the unique (!) food reports of Shimono Hiro & Uchida Maaya In the second half of the program, the corner "Food Report Challenge" was held, where they conduct a food report while avoiding the 3 NG words. First was Uchida who challenged on the food report for omelet rice. Toward Uchida special food report, such as "This has the same taste as everyone's ideal omelet rice~ That why's all of you understand the taste right? The omelet has the perfect taste~. It is as if it was emphasizing that it's the 'King of Omelet Rice'.", Shimono burst out in laughter while holding his stomach and said "I love this food report a lot". Uchida also managed to avoid saying the three NG words, which are "Happiness, liked by everyone, and winner". Next was Shimono's food report on spicy prawns. Shimono conducted the food report saying "At first glance, they seem to have quite a strong taste, but the dish actually has a gentle taste." while appealing himself to the camera, such as "I, who you think is digging in with the chopstick" and "How about me drinking water?". Toward this food report that was filled with a service shot, Uchida retorted with "His emphasize is too strong! Is this a fan club video?". In the end, Shimono managed to avoid the NG words, but he gave his explanation saying, "I afraid of saying the NG words! That's why I am unable to say it was delicious normally" as he stood out more than spicy prawns. After that, both of them challenged the food report on the cream puff and curry bread. Uchida conducted the food report in a gyaru-style, while Shimono conducted it again while focusing on the fan service. This was a corner that you can enjoy the unique food report. ▼ "Say You to Yoasobi Premium 'Shimono Hiro X Uchida Maaya' #21" with limited footage, such as the after talk, is available only on "ABEMA Premium". ※"ABEMA Premium" is priced at a monthly fee of 960 JPY, and it is a premium plan that helps you to enjoy "ABEMA" more. (C) ABEMATV,Inc.

The 2nd PV and visual of the TV anime "A Couple of Cuckoos" (Scheduled to be broadcast in 2022) have been released along with the announcement of Touyama Nao as the voice of Segawa Hiro. The mix-up collaboration with "Overlord" is currently being held and the collaboration visual has been released. "A Couple of Cuckoos" is based on the life intersecting love-com manga by Yoshikawa Miki (known for "Flunk Punk Rumble" and "Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches") that is currently serialized on "Weekly Shounen Magazine". It depicts the irregular slapsticks revolving around the cohabitation life of Umino Nagi and Amano Erika, who got mix-up after birth and were recognized as each other fiancé by both family. The 2nd visual and PV were released together with the announcement of Touyama Nao as the voice of Nagi's sweetheart, Segawa Hiro. The comments from Touyama Nao have been revealed. Also, as the 2nd "clothing mix-up collaboration", the visual depicting the clothing mix-up with Ainz from "Overlord" has been released after the previous collaboration with Emilia from "Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World". A present campaign that will give out the special clear file with this visual to 50 lucky winners is currently being held. Detailed information is available on the official website. The TV anime "A Couple of Cuckoos" is scheduled to be broadcast in 2022. ＜Below are the full comments＞ Touyama Nao Segawa Hiro-chan is a calm, cute, and a talented girl. But she is not only that...? As this anime is filled with charming characters, it will surely make you feel energetic after watching it! Do look forward to it! (C) Yoshikawa Miki, Kodansha/ A Couple of Cuckoos Production (C) Maruyama Kugane, KADOKAWA Publishing/ Overlord Production Committee