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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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Kyoto Animation’s First New Anime in 6 Years, “CITY THE ANIMATION,” to Air in 2025! Arawi Keiichi’s Girls’ Run Comedy from “Nichijou”
Kyoto Animation will release its first new anime in six years, “CITY THE ANIMATION”, based on the manga by “Nichijou” creator Arawi Keiichi, in 2025. Along with the announcement, a teaser visual has been unveiled, with voice cast members including Komatsu Mikako, Toyosaki Aki, and Ishikawa Yui. The original work for “CITY THE ANIMATION” is the girls' run comedy “CITY”, created by Arawi Keiichi, who is also known for “Nichijou”. The manga was serialized in “Morning” from 2016 to 2021. It portrays the lives of slightly eccentric people living in an ordinary "CITY," focusing on characters such as broke college student Nagumo Midori, Niikura, and Wako. The anime is directed by Ishidate Taichi, known for works like “Beyond the Boundary” and “Violet Evergarden”. The anime adaptation was revealed during the "Kyoto Animation 2025 New Works Presentation," streamed on their official YouTube channel. The archived video is available for viewing. The teaser visual conveys the fun, toy-box-like nature of the series. The main characters' voice cast has been announced: Komatsu Mikako as Nagumo Midori, Toyosaki Aki as Niikura, and Ishikawa Yui as Wako. A teaser PV, featuring a playful mix of live-action and animation, highlights the series' charm. To celebrate the anime announcement, Kodansha's manga app “Comic DAYS” is offering a limited-time free release of the original “CITY” manga, with the first 10 chapters available until September 27 at 11:59 p.m. Don't miss this chance to dive into the world of “CITY”. Additionally, the anime's official website, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok accounts have launched. Comments from Arawi Keiichi and director Ishidate Taichi have been shared, and a follow-and-repost campaign on X is giving away teaser posters to lucky participants. Stay tuned for more updates on “CITY THE ANIMATION”. “CITY THE ANIMATION” Set to air in 2025! 〈Staff〉 Original Work: Arawi Keiichi (“CITY”, Kodansha's “Morning”) Director: Ishidate Taichi Animation Production: Kyoto Animation 〈Cast〉 Nagumo Midori: Komatsu Mikako Niikura: Toyosaki Aki Izumi Wako: Ishikawa Yui (C) Arawi Keiichi, Kodansha / CITY THE ANIMATION Production Committee
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“Ucyujin MuMu” TV Anime Coming in 2025! A Cat Comedy About Aliens and Home Appliances♪ Cast and Key Visual Revealed
A TV anime adaptation of the manga series "Ucyujin MuMu" in 2025 has been announced. A leaked image (or so it seems) was previously posted on the online version of Gekkan Mu magazine, and now the key visual has been unveiled. Newcomer Momono Harumi will voice the protagonist, Sakurako, while veteran voice actor Kozakura Etsuko will take on the role of the alien, MuMu. "Ucyujin MuMu," serialized in Shōnen Gahōsha's Young King OURs by Miyashita Yuuki, is a "super spectacle x home appliance x cat comedy" that revolves around aliens and household gadgets. MuMu, a cat-like alien, has come to Earth from a distant planet to learn about home appliance technology, seeking to recover lost technology for his species. Sakurako's ordinary college life is turned upside down by MuMu's arrival. An unexpected cohabitation begins, and the two find themselves caught up in one bizarre incident after another. The TV anime adaptation, which was first hinted at by a leaked image (or so it seems) on the online version of Gekkan Mu magazine, has now been officially announced. The mysterious image, which seemed like a poorly edited photo, was supposedly sent to the magazine. Along with the announcement, the key visual featuring Sakurako and MuMu has been released. It also has been revealed that newcomer Harumi Momono will voice the story's protagonist, Sakurako, and veteran voice actress Kozakura Etsuko will voice her alien companion, MuMu. A live-action video of Harumi and Kozakura shopping at a BicCamera store has also been released. What kind of home appliance does Kozakura want? Furthermore, a campaign has been launched on the official X (formerly Twitter) account, offering a chance for three lucky fans to win an autographed first volume of the manga by the author, Miyashita. The TV anime "Ucyujin MuMu" is scheduled to air in 2025. Additional cast and staff information will be announced, so stay tuned for further updates. TV Anime "Ucyujin MuMu" TV anime adaptation confirmed for 2025! 【Cast】 Umeyashiki Sakurako: Harumi Momono MuMu: Kozakura Etsuko 【Original Work】 "Ucyujin MuMu" by Miyashita Yuuki (serialized in Shōnen Gahōsha's Young King OURs) Volume 7 of the comic is now available! (C) Miyashita Yuuki, Shōnen Gahōsha / Keikyu University Human Regeneration Research Institute
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“BEASTARS” Itagaki Paru’s Santa Claus Hero Action “SANDA” to be TV Anime Adaptation by Science SARU!
It has been announced that "SANDA", a unique Santa Clause hero action story by Itagaki Paru, the creator of "BEASTARS", will be adapted into a TV anime. The animation production will be handled by Science SARU. Alongside the announcement, a teaser visual has been released, and comments from original creator Itagaki have been received.
"SANDA," known for sweeping multiple awards including the "Manga Taisho 2018" Grand Prize and four major manga awards, is the latest work by Itagaki Paru. Set in a near-future Japan where children are excessively protected amidst a super-low birthrate era, it portrays an unusual Santa Claus hero action. The series concluded amidst acclaim in the July 11 issue of "Weekly Shonen Champion." The latest volume, Volume 15, is set for release on August 7.
Simultaneously with its conclusion, the TV anime adaptation was announced, entrusted to Science SARU, known for notable works like "Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!" and "Dandadan," with accolades such as the Golden Globe nomination for animated feature film for "Inu-Oh" and the Golden Goblet for Best Animation at the Shanghai International Film Festival for "Kimi no Iro."
The teaser visual reveals a muscular Santa Claus figure in a red hood, with a shadow extending to resemble a young boy. It's a piece that stirs your imagination about their relationship. Itagaki commented, "I wanted to draw a manga where characters move in a flashy way! So, I'm delighted about the anime adaptation! Thank you to the readers and Science SARU!"
Further updates on the anime will be announced on the official anime website and official X (formerly Twitter) account. Stay tuned for future developments of the TV anime "SANDA."