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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 ), 26611 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 ), 24787 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 ), 23272 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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“Blue Lock” Fanbook Released: Which Character Are You Like? Isagi, Bachira, Nagi, or… Enjoy 5 Great Bonuses, Including a Character Personality Test, Clear Cards, and a Paper Soccer Board
A new fanbook, "Anime Blue Lock Complete Fanbook," based on the popular TV anime "Blue Lock" was released on September 12, 2024. The five amazing bonuses include metallic stickers and clear cards. "Blue Lock" is a soccer manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine. It follows the story of 300 forwards from various high schools competing in a project aimed at training the world's best striker. The TV anime began airing in 2022, followed by the movie “Blue Lock The Movie - Episode Nagi”. The second season of the TV anime, "Blue Lock VS. U-20 JAPAN", is set to air this October. The newly released "Anime Blue Lock Complete Fanbook" is a comprehensive guide that recaps the characters and episodes from both the first season of the anime and the movie. The character profiles even include birthdays and hometowns. It's the perfect way to build excitement for the upcoming second season, slated to be broadcast from October 5 on TV Asahi channels. The book also includes fun activities like a board game and flowcharts. Fans will especially enjoy the flowchart that helps them discover which character they most resemble. With five fantastic bonuses, you can enjoy playing with your favorite players' on the included Papercraft Soccer Board, a detailed replica of the Blue Lock soccer field. The book also comes with metallic stickers featuring scenes from the anime. The characters' eyes and hair have a sparkling effect that changes depending on the angle of the card. There are also clear cards, perfect for carrying your favorite character with you in your phone or card case. These cards feature dynamic illustrations and the character's name. The adorable chibi character flake stickers are another highlight. They're easy to peel and perfect for adding a touch of personality to your phone or alongside the clear cards. The fifth and final bonus is a double-sided poster featuring a striking key visual of the egoists. You can choose to display your favorite side. The "Anime Blue Lock Complete Fanbook" is now available for purchase. (since September 12, 2024) Priced at 2,420 yen (tax included), this 36-page book is a must-have for any "Blue Lock" fan. ■ Anime Blue Lock Complete Fanbook - Price: 2,420 JPY (tax included) - Release date: September 12, 2024 (Thursday) - Format: AB format (210 mm×257 mm), 36 color pages - Publisher: Kodansha (C) Kaneshiro Muneyuki, Nomura Yusuke, Kodansha / "Blue Lock" Production Committee
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‘Attack on Titan’ Isayama Hajime Draws a New Illustration for the Cover of Bessatsu Magazine! 2 Years Since the End of Serialization
The TV anime ‘Attack on Titan’, of which the final chapter will be broadcast in a month, makes the cover of the ‘Bessatsu Shonen Magazine’ March Issue released on February 9. The author Isayama Hajime released a comment to the readers.
The original work of ‘Attack on Titan’ is the dark fantasy by Isayama Hajime that was serialized in the ‘Bessatsu Shonen Magazine’ from 2009 to 2021. The manga series, consisting of 34 volumes, has sold more than 110 million copies worldwide, becoming a social phenomenon in Japan and abroad.
The work continues to boast enormous popularity even after its serialization has ended, producing a variety of cross-media content including an animated TV series.
In the first half of the final part of ‘The Final Season,’ Eren carries out the Rumbling with his plan to devastate the world. Countless titans have begun marching, trampling down in their path. Mikasa, Armin, Jean, Connie, Hanji, Reiner, Annie, Peak, the mortally wounded Levi, and the others are left behind to fight a final battle to stop Eren.
In the March issue of ‘Bessatsu Shonen Magazine’ on sale on February 9, ‘Attack on Titan’ returns to the cover. The author Isayama Hajime commented to readers, “I knew it would be challenging to draw a lively picture of a finished work, so it took me a while to make up my mind. After a lot of consideration, I finally decided on the composition and felt that this was the only way I could draw it.”
The issue also comes with a clear file folder featuring the cover illustration.
The first part of the final part of the TV anime ‘Attack on Titan: The Final Season’ is scheduled to air on NHK at 24:25 on March 3. With less than a month to go until the broadcast, fans are excited about more updates.