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All 27 "Crayon Shin-chan Movie" series can be streamed for free! "Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane ~The Lost Hiroshi~" appears for the first time on ABEMA
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From "JoJo: Golden Wind" comes business suits! Giorno & Bucciarati are ready for action!
From TV anime “JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind” comes blazers and pants (slacks) which can be worn together as business suits inspired by Giorno Giovanna and Bruno Bucciarati. Pre-orders are available at “Premium Bandai” until Dec. 26, 2019.
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August 27, 2019 By: Koutarou Nakase (Translated by vrusshie & Matthew ), 25548 views
「BanG Dream!」 the 4th Tie-up with Lawson! In-store Broadcasting With Saaya Yamabuki and Original Goods
「BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!」 and its 4th tie-up with Lawson as of September the 3rd, has been revealed. The campaign is to give out a limited quantity of originals goods which will be sold on a first-come-first-serve basis
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August 28, 2019 By: Kagerou Mikazuki (Translated by Elizabeth & Jit ), 23761 views
The 2nd PV for Ahiru no Sora has been released! Don’t miss out on the hot scene featuring a freakishly tall basketball player!
The 2nd PV for TV anime Ahiru no Sora has been released and features the passionate plays of a freakishly tall basketball club member. Broadcasting information was released at the same time. The series will be aired on TV Tokyo’s channel 6 starting on October 2nd.
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The rising star, Chinese cosplayer Kitaro shows her willingness to work in Japan!
We have interviewed Kitaro, the Chinese cosplayer who belongs to the same production as Enako, a cosplayer with top-class popularity in Japan. Here is the interview along with cosplay photos such as Elizabeth from “The Seven Deadly Sins” and Gabriel from “Monster Strike”.
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August 27, 2019 By: MoA (Translated by トナカイ(JJ) & Chris ), 22238 views
「Gundam Build Divers」 Gundam AGEII Magnum SV ver. is added to the HG series line-up! Replication of “FX Plosion” mode.
「Gundam AGEII Magnum SV ver.」 piloted by Kujo Kyoya in 『Gundam Build Divers』 gets a gunpla kit with a scale of 1/144(HG). Currently available for pre-order on Premium Bandai.
The 2nd PV for Ahiru no Sora has been released! Don’t miss out on the hot scene featuring a freakishly tall basketball player!
The 2nd PV for TV anime Ahiru no Sora has been released and features the passionate plays of a freakishly tall basketball club member. Broadcasting information was released at the same time. The series will be aired on TV Tokyo’s channel 6 starting on October 2nd.
「Gundam Build Divers」 Gundam AGEII Magnum SV ver. is added to the HG series line-up! Replication of “FX Plosion” mode.
「Gundam AGEII Magnum SV ver.」 piloted by Kujo Kyoya in 『Gundam Build Divers』 gets a gunpla kit with a scale of 1/144(HG). Currently available for pre-order on Premium Bandai.
「BanG Dream!」 the 4th Tie-up with Lawson! In-store Broadcasting With Saaya Yamabuki and Original Goods
「BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!」 and its 4th tie-up with Lawson as of September the 3rd, has been revealed. The campaign is to give out a limited quantity of originals goods which will be sold on a first-come-first-serve basis
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The 2nd photobook of Aqours’ Kobayashi Aika has been announced! “I had cut my hair daringly.”
The singers and voice actress, Kobayashi Aika, who is also active as Aquors' member, will be releasing her 2nd photobook for the first time since 3 years ago. It will be sold by KADOKAWA on April 18, and this photobook will reveal the "Hair Cut" appearance of Kobayashi, which is her first challenge in life. Her comments have also been revealed. Kobayashi Aika is active as a singer and voice actress as well as the voice of Tsushima Yoshiko of "Love Live! Sunshine!!" and a member of the idol unit of the said work, Aqours. The release of her 2nd photobook has been decided, and it has been 3 years since her 1st photobook (2018) was released. The photography for this photobook was taken in Yamagata Prefecture, metropolitan city, and Chiba Prefecture. For the photos taken in Yamagata Prefecture, it features her going all out with playing in the snow as well as soaking at the open bath in the inn with the snow scenery as the background, while the photos taken in the metropolitan city and Chiba Prefectures display her slightly mature and elegant expression after cutting her trademark long hair. This photobook will feature various valuable photos where you can feel the new allure of Kobayashi Aika as she tried something new. Along with this announcement, the limited novelties at each stores and the commemoration events have also been announced, please check the official website for more information. "Kobayashi Aika 2nd Photobook (Provisional)" is priced at 3,520 JPY (tax included). It will be available on physical and online bookstores on April 18, 2022. ＜Below are the full comments＞ Kobayashi Aika's Comments Thanks to everyone's support, the 2nd photobook has been decided! I am truly grateful to everyone. It has been approximately 3 years since the 1st photobook was released. This time, the photography was taken as if we are taking a trip to the snow world, and you will be able to see many pictures of me smiling and enjoying the situation! Moreover... I had cut my hair daringly for this photobook! This is my first challenge in life, and I felt that I had become more mature. I believe that the side of Kobayashi Aika that had yet to be seen by everyone, including me, can be seen here. So, please look forward to it! Photo by TAKAHIRO OTSUJI
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"Love Live! Fes" μ's appeared for the first time since "they held their "Final" Live, 4 years ago! They , together with Aquors and others, made the stadium wild with excitement on the 1st day 【Report】
Celebrating the 9th anniversary of "Love Live!", the live event "Love Live! Series 9th Anniversary Love Live! Fes", was held in Saitama Super Arena (stadium mode) in Saitama Prefecture on Jan. 18, 2020 and Jan. 19, 2020. On Day 1, μ's from "Love Live!", Aqours and Saint Snow from "Love Live! Sunshine" and the Nijigasaki Academy School Idol Club performed, and a total of 29 members created an event which the fans were very excited to see. In the stadium, after the video "9th anniversary announcement PV" was aired to look back on the history of "Love Live!", 9 members from Aqours appeared on stage. They performed "Mitaiken HORIZON", a song that was being performed for the first time in a live event, creating an astonishing opening. When it came for the turn of Nijigasaki Academy School Idol Club, also known as "Niji Gaku", known for it's solo performances, each member wore a unique outfit for each character and sung "TOKIMEKI Runners" with a lot of passion. After that solo songs were performed consecutively, starting with "Yume e no Ippo" by Oonishi Aguri, playing Uehara Ayumu. After the 9 members assembled again, they performed "Love U my friends" on the truck. Next to appear were CYaRon!, AZALEA, and Guilty Kiss; units from Aqours in "Love Live! Sunshine!!". They each performed 2 songs. Two performers from Saint Snow also appeared on the stage and performed "SELF CONTROL!!" and "Believe again", using the whole stage. And finally, Aqours on a large ship called Aqours 9th Anniversary Ship performed "Todokanai Hoshi dato shitemo" and "Kimi no Kokoro wa Kagayaite Iru Kai?", while charming the audience. μ's appeared on the stage with cheers from the audience for the first time ever since the final live in Tokyo Dome in 4 years ago. They wore a new outfit exclusively made for this day and started their performance with "Boura no LIVE Kimi to no LIFE" and continued with a TV anime medley. In the last song "Snow halation", the white penlights changed into a beautiful orange color and the fans and performers created a beautiful moment together. Aqours, Saint Snow and the members of Niji Gaku appeared on the stage again after the performance by μ's. The leaders from each group said thanks to the fans and the whole 29 cast members bowed to the audience, holding each others' hands. On Day 2, it was announced that <Love Live! Series New Project> will begin after the live was over. Further information will be announced on "Love Live! Days Love Live! General Magazine Vol. 5", which will be in stores from Jan.30, 2020. (C) 2013 Project Love Live!
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” Yuru Camp△ x Love Live! Sunshine!!” Collaboration in their hometown, Shizuoka! Newly Illustrated Artwork of Ruby and Nadeshiko Released
It has been announced that "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Yuru Camp△ × Love Live! Sunshine!! ~" will be held as a collaboration project between "Yuru Camp△" and "Love Live! Sunshine!!". Set in Shizuoka, the hometown of both series, various initiatives will be carried out, accompanied by illustrations showcasing different locations. "Yuru Camp△" is an anime based on the manga by Afro, known for its depiction of high school girls enjoying camping and its relaxed atmosphere. Since its anime adaptation in 2018, it has aired two TV series and one short anime series, with the movie "Yuru Camp△" released in 2022, all of which have been highly successful. The third TV series began airing in April 2024. "Love Live! Sunshine!!" is the second series of the "Love Live! Project" under the theme of "fulfilling a story together," which tells the story of nine high school girls becoming "school idols" to fulfill their dreams . It depicts the struggles and growth of the school idol group "Aqours," formed at a school in the Uchiura area of Numazu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. The project started in February 2015 with the release of the magazine "Dengeki G's Magazine," and continued with the broadcast of two TV anime series from 2016 to 2017, followed by the release of a completely new theatrical edition in 2019. On New Year's Eve 2018, "Aqours" participated in the 69th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen. As of June 2024, "Aqours" is approaching its 9th anniversary since formation, showing even more excitement. Starting with the release of the key visual, the collaboration project "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Yuru Camp△ × Love Live! Sunshine!! ~" will feature various initiatives involving illustrations showcasing different locations in Shizuoka. Accompanying the announcement is the release of key visuals. Additionally, the characters visiting famous spots in Shizuoka will be depicted in illustrations by illustrator Fuyuno Kamome in the project titled "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Scenery of Encounters ~." The first three illustrations from the western area were unveiled. "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Scenery of Encounters ~" consists of a total of nine illustrations, with three each from the central and eastern areas to be released later. In addition, illustration cards will be distributed at the featured and surrounding facilities. Distribution of the first three illustrations from the western area will begin on May 11, with the distribution method to be announced on May 2. Goods featuring the illustrations will also be produced, so stay tuned for further updates. Furthermore, a total of 18 stamps featuring attractive spots in Shizuoka have been introduced as "Meets SHIZUOKA Stamps." A stamp rally and the sale of various goods featuring the stamp illustrations have also been decided. From April 26, JR Tokai's collaboration campaign between "OshiTabi" and "Meets SHIZUOKA" will begin. Visitors presenting an EX reservation or Smart EX usage ticket at designated locations will receive an original A5 clear file. Additionally, from May 3, a POP-UP SHOP will open at "Shizuoka PARCO," offering a variety of "Meets SHIZUOKA" original goods. Fans are encouraged to visit the shop. For more details on the collaboration project "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Yuru Camp△ × Love Live! Sunshine!! ~," check out the official SNS (X・Instagram) and the special website. (C) Afro, Houbunsha / Outdoor Activities Project (C) 2017 Project Love Live! Sunshine!!