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'Yuru Camp△ Season 4' Unveils Main Staff, Theme Song Artists, Teaser Promo for 2027 Airing

The official website of the Yuru Camp△ (Laid-Back Camp) anime series unveiled the main staff, theme song artists, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promo for Season 4 on Sunday. The fourth season adapting Afro's slice of life manga will begin airing in 2027. Staff Director: Shin Tosaka (Yuru Camp△ Season 3) Series Composition: Pierre Sugiura (Barakamon) Character Design: Ryuta Ura (Princess Connect! Re:Dive chief animation director) NEW Music: Akiyuki Tateyama (Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi)... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/1j7nvS0

'Class de 2-banme ni Kawaii Onnanoko to Tomodachi ni Natta' Unveils Additional Cast, Ending Theme, Second Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Takata's Class de 2-banme ni Kawaii Onnanoko to Tomodachi ni Natta (I Became Friends with the Second Cutest Girl in the Class.) light novel unveiled additional cast, a second key visual (pictured), the ending theme, and second promotional video on Sunday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on April 7 at 11:30 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by KTV and BS Asahi. Cast Masaki Maehara: Yuuko Kaida (Gintama) Sora Asanagi: Shizuka Itou... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/adETeuv

North American Anime & Manga Releases for March

Here are the North American anime, manga, and light novel releases for March. Week 1: March 3 - 9 Anime Releases Chainsaw Man Blu-ray Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute! 2nd Season (incl. Kagejitsu! and Second) (The Eminence in Shadow Season 2) Premium Box Set Blu-ray Manga Releases 10 Dance Vol.8 Arslan Senki (The Heroic Legend of Arslan) Vol.22 Assassin & Cinderella Vol.3 Black Night Parade Vol.9 Chainsaw Man Vol.20 Choujun! Choujou-senpai (Super Psychic Policeman Chojo) Vol.2 Class no Da... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/2mTSjof

'Kami no Shizuku' Reveals Additional Cast, First Promo, Spring 2026 Premiere

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Tadashi Agi and Shuu Okimoto's Kami no Shizuku (The Drops of God) manga revealed additional cast, key visual (pictured right), and the first promotional video on Saturday. The anime series will air for two consecutive cours at 11:30 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by Kansai TV and BS NTV, starting April 10. Cast Ryoko Kiryu: Yuuko Kaida (Yoru no Kurage wa Oyogenai) Shiro Fujieda: Shinshuu Fuji (The Fable) Maki Saionji: Misa Watanabe (W... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/pwhfCxz

MAPPA to Absorb Contrail in Group Merger, Retains Studio Brand

Japanese animation studio MAPPA will absorb its group company Contrail through a merger, consolidating management and legal responsibilities under MAPPA while maintaining Contrail's studio brand, according to a merger notice published in the Kanpo (Official Gazette) on February 25. Under the merger, MAPPA will inherit all rights and obligations of Contrail, and Contrail will be dissolved as a legal entity. However, Contrail's founder and director Sunao Katabuchi clarified on social me... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/h0H8tbU

'Beastars Final Season' Part 2 Unveils New Cast, Opening Theme, Final Promo

The official website of the Beastars Final Season net anime unveiled new cast, opening theme, and the final promotional video for its second part on Saturday. The second part of the final season premieres on March 7, exclusively on Netflix worldwide. Cast Ten: Aya Endou (Jujutsu Kaisen) Miso: Wataru Takagi (Cyberpunk: Edgerunners) Savon: Anri Katsu (Dorohedoro) Music composer Satoru Kousaki (Kusuriya no Hitorigoto) is performing the opening theme song "LA FERALIA" which is previewed in... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/EDsCcf7

Manga 'Kowloon Generic Romance' Concludes with 12th Volume

The official X (formerly Twitter) for Jun Mayuzuki's Kowloon Generic Romance manga announced that the series will conclude in the April 16th issue of Young Jump on Thursday. The 107th chapter marking the end of the manga nearly six-year run. Mayuzuki began drawing the sci-fi romance manga in Young Jump magazine in November 2019, a little over 1.5 years after concluding Koi wa Ameagari no You ni (After the Rain). Shueisha published the 11th volume in April 2025 and will release the 12th and... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/0lFytB7

Supporting Cast Pair for 'Kill Ao' Announced

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Tadatoshi Fujimaki's Kill Ao (Kill Blue) announces a supporting pair of cast on Friday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on TV Tokyo and its affiliates in April 2026. Voice actors Shouya Chiba (Enen no Shouboutai: San no Shou Part 2) and Yoshiki Nakajima (Dr. Stone: Stone Wars) are joining the cast as Kazuma Rindou and Eiji Rindou, respectively. Hiro Kaburagi (Great Pretender) is directing the anime at Cue. Miho Daidouji (... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/4S3KdJn

'Sayonara Lara' Unveils Additional Cast Pair, First Promo for Summer 2026

The official website of the Sayonara Lara (Goodbye, Lara) original television anime revealed a pair of additional cast and the first promotional video on Friday. The anime series will premiere in July 2026. Voice actors Rica Fukami (Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon) and Ayumu Murase (Mairimashita! Iruma-kun) are joining the cast as Grace and Luca, respectively. Takushi Koide (Shoujo☆Kageki Revue Starlight assistant director) is helming the anime at Kinema Citrus. Anna Kawahara is handling the series... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/2hj8bLX

'Gintama' Creator's 'Dandelion' One-shot Gets Anime in April 2026

Streaming platform Netflix announced an anime adaptation of Hideaki Sorachi's Dandelion one-shot manga on Friday, revealing the main cast, production staff, and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series will stream worldwide exclusively on Netflix in April 2026. Voice actors Chikahiro Kobayashi (Golden Kamuy) and Megumi Han ([Oshi no Ko]) are starring as Tetsuo Tanba and Misaki Kurogane, respectively. Staff Director: Daisuke Mataga (Sabikui Bisco assistant director) Assistant Director: A... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/jR68v12

'Replica datte, Koi wo Suru.' Unveils Additional Cast, Staff, Theme Songs, Second Main Promo, Spring 2026 Premiere

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Don Haruna's Replica datte Koi wo Suru. (Even a Replica Can Fall in Love) revealed the additional cast, staff, second main visual (pictured), theme songs, and the second main promotional video on Thursday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on AT-X at 11:30 p.m., followed by Tokyo MX, BS11, Sun TV, and other networks on April 7. Cast Ritsuko Hironaka: Yuuki Takada (Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon) Suzumi Mori: Kaori Nazuka... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/xBAsuPk

Spin-off Manga 'Toaru Majutsu no Index Gaiden: Toaru Kagaku no Railgun' Ends Serialization

Kazuma Kamachi's Toaru Majutsu no Index Gaiden: Toaru Kagaku no Railgun (A Certain Scientific Railgun) will conclude in the May issue of Dengeki Daioh on Thursday. The series, which began serialization in 2007, brings its nearly 19-year run to a close. Kamachi launched the sci-fi comedy spin-off manga in Dengeki Daioh in April 2007, with illustrations by Motoi Fuyukawa. ASCII Media Works published the 20th volume in June 2025, with the 21st and final volume scheduled for release on March 27... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/fdcG9VU

'Ghost Concert: Missing Songs' Reveals Additional Cast, Ending Theme, First Promo

The official website for the Ghost Concert: Missing Songs original television anime revealed additional cast, a key visual (pictured), the ending theme, and first promotional video on Wednesday. The anime based on the Ghost Concert music project is scheduled to premiere on April 6 at 12:30 a.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS Asahi, Kansai TV, and other stations. Cast Kaede Saionji: Nao Ojika (Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu) Shuri Murayama: Miyuki Sakurai (Alma-chan wa Kazoku ni Naritai) Rui Ichikawa... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/OzF3jk5

Light Novel 'Bad End Mokuzen no Heroine ni Tensei shita Watashi, Konse dewa Renai suru Tsumori ga Cheat na Ani ga Hanashite Kuremasen!?' Gets Anime Adaptation

Publishing company TO Books announced an anime adaptation of Kotoko's Bad End Mokuzen no Heroine ni Tensei shita Watashi, Konse dewa Renai suru Tsumori ga Cheat na Ani ga Hanashite Kuremasen!? (I Was Reincarnated as the Heroine on the Verge of a Bad Ending, and I'm Determined to Fall in Love!) light novel on Wednesday. Kotoko began writing the fantasy romance story on the Shousetsuka ni Narou in April 2021. TO Books began publishing the light novel in January 2022 with illustrations b... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Sk0Upx3

'Jishou Akuyaku Reijou na Konyakusha no Kansatsu Kiroku.' Announces Additional Cast

The official website of the Jishou Akuyaku Reijou na Konyakusha no Kansatsu Kiroku. (Observation Records of My Fiancée: The Misadventures of a Self-Proclaimed Villainess) television anime revealed four additional cast and the fourth character promo on Monday. The anime series adapting Shiki's comedy fantasy light novel will air on April 6 at 10:00 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS11 and Sun TV. Cast Zeno: Atsushi Tamaru (Nanatsu no Maken ga Shihai suru) Courtgain Deres Mardan: Seiichi... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/KJZcThN

'Mujikaku Seijo wa Kyou mo Muishiki ni Chikara wo Tare Nagasu' Unveils Main Staff, Teaser Promo for 2026

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Almond's Mujikaku Seijo wa Kyou mo Muishiki ni Chikara wo Tare Nagasu: Imadai no Seijo wa Ane dewa Naku, Imouto no Watashi Datta Mitai desu (The Oblivious Saint Can't Contain Her Power: Forget My Sister! Turns Out I Was the Real Saint All Along!) light novel revealed the main staff, opening theme, new visual (pictured), and a teaser promotional video on Tuesday. The anime will premiere in 2026. Staff Director: Mitsutaka Noshit... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/ARZLhvd

Manga '"Kimi wo Aisuru Ki wa Nai" to Itta Jiki Koushaku-sama ga Nazeka Dekiai shitekimasu' Gets TV Anime in Summer 2026

Production company Avex Pictures opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Kei Misawa and Natsu Mizuno's "Kimi wo Aisuru Ki wa Nai" to Itta Jiki Koushaku-sama ga Nazeka Dekiai shitekimasu (The Duke's Son Claims He Won't Love Me yet Showers Me with Adoration) manga on Tuesday, revealing the main cast, staff, a key visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video. The anime series will premiere on TV Asahi and BS Asahi in July 2026. Voice actresses Yui... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/K97cjkf

Manga 'Mahoutsukai Rose no Sado Life' Gets TV Anime

The April 2026 issue of Manga Time Kirara Forward announced a television anime adaptation of Ominaeshi's Mahoutsukai Rose no Sado Life (The Sado Life of Rosé the Witch) manga on Monday. Ominaeshi began drawing the slice of life supernatural manga in Manga Time Kirara Forward in October 2022. Houbunsha published the fifth volume in July 2025, with the sixth volume going on sale on March 12. Mahoutsukai Rose no Sado Life was nominated for the Next Manga Awards in 2024. Synopsis The st... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/EDXYFcp

'Kamiina Botan, Yoeru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana' Reveals Additional Staff, Ending Theme, Teaser Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Hey's Kamiina Botan, Yoeru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana (Kamiina Botan, the Drunken Appearance Is a Lily Flower) manga revealed additional staff members, ending theme, and a teaser promotional video on Monday. The anime is scheduled to premiere on April 11 at 12:00 a.m. on Tokyo MX, BS11, Tochigi TV, Gunma TV, and Teletama. Staff Script: Youko Yonaiyama (Yubisaki to Renren) Sub-character Design: Miyachi (Mushoku Tensei: Isekai Ittara Hon... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/BFkerEK

New 'Evangelion' Anime Series Announced

The final program of the "EVANGELION:30+; 30th ANNIVERSARY OF EVANGELION" event announced a new anime series for the Evangelion franchise on Monday, revealing the main staff. Staff Director: Kazuya Tsurumaki (Kidou Senshi Gundam: GQuuuuuuX), Touko Yatabe (Darling in the FranXX episode director) Series Composition, Script: Taro Yoko (NieR:Automata Ver1.1a) Music: Keiichi Okabe (Summertime Render) Studio: Khara, CloverWorks Shinseiki Evangelion (Neon Genesis Evangelion), a original telev... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/uGCKAy4

'Toaru Anbu no Item' Unveils Main Staff for 2026 Broadcast

The Toaru Majutsu to Kagaku no Gensou Ongeki Film Concert revealed the main staff and a teaser visual (pictured) for the Toaru Anbu no Item (A Certain Dark Side Item) television anime during the matinee performance on Sunday. The anime series adapting Kazuma Kamachi's spin-off light novel will air in 2026. Staff Director: Tatsuyuki Nagai (Toaru Kagaku no Railgun) Character Design: Shigeki Kimoto (Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka) Studio: J.C.Staff Voice actresses Ami... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/sXUYuz2

'Neko to Ryuu' Unveils Supporting Cast, First Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Amara's Neko to Ryuu (The Cat and the Dragon) light novel revealed supporting cast, a key visual (pictured), and the first promotional video on Saturday. The anime series will premiere on Tokyo MX, BS NTV, and Yomiuri TV in July 2026. Cast Mama Nyan: Kikuko Inoue (Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari) Shirotae: Fuuka Izumi (Potion-danomi de Ikinobimasu!) Kurobane: Show Hayami (Isekai Nonbiri Nouka) Haibuchi: Noriaki Sugiyama (Ramen Akaneko)... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/pOwBJj5

'Kami no Niwatsuki Kusunoki-tei' Unveils Supporting Cast, Second Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Enju's Kami no Niwatsuki Kusunoki-tei (Kusunoki's Garden of Gods) light novel revealed supporting cast and the second promotional video on Friday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on TV Asahi's NUMAnimation programming block at 1.30 a.m., followed by BS Asahi on April 5. Cast Reiki: Tooru Ookawa (Re:Zero kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu) Ouryuu: Kouji Yusa (Ao no Exorcist) Kirin: Show Hayami (Gochuumon wa Usagi desu... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/3lGkJXU

'Ibitte Konai Gibo to Gishi' Announces Main Cast

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Otsuji's Ibitte Konai Gibo to Gishi (My Stepmother and Stepsisters Aren't Wicked) manga announced three main cast members on Friday. The anime is scheduled to begin airing in 2026. Cast Miya Nakamura: Hina Suzuki (S-Rank Monster no "Behemoth" dakedo, Neko to Machigawarete Elf Musume no Pet toshite Kurashitemasu) Marika Kounokura: Yuu Serizawa (Watashi no Oshi wa Akuyaku Reijou.) Arisa Kounokura: Yuka Nukui (Sugar App... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/6LfqPBv

Supporting Cast Pair for 'Yuusha-kei ni Shosu' Announced

The official website for the Yuusha-kei ni Shosu: Choubatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku (Sentenced to Be a Hero) television anime revealed a supporting pair of cast ahead of episode 7 on Friday. The anime series adapting Rocket Shoukai's action fantasy light novel premiered at 10:00 p.m. on Tokyo MX on January 3. Voice actors Yuu Sugimoto (The Fable) and Shinichiro Miki (Bleach) are joining the cast as Shiji Bau and Buujamu, respectively. Hiroyuki Takashima (Mushoku Tensei: Isekai Ittara H... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/oV1QTLw

Manga 'Rakudai Kenja no Gakuin Musou' Gets TV Anime in Summer 2026

Publishing company Square Enix opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Arata Shiraishi and Kentarou's Rakudai Kenja no Gakuin Musou: Nidome no Tensei, S-Rank Cheat Majutsushi Boukenroku (From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage) manga on Friday, revealing the main cast, staff, and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime will begin airing in July 2026. Cast Ephtal: Shuuichirou Umeda (Vigilante: Boku no Hero Academia Illegals) Anastasia... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Y78Ig6T

Additional Cast Pair for 'Goumon Baito-kun no Nichijou' Announced

The official website of the Goumon Baito-kun no Nichijou (Daily Life of a Torture Part-timer) television anime announced an additional pair of cast on Thursday. The anime series adapting Yawora Tsugumi's comedy workplace manga premiered at 12:30 a.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS Asahi, and Yomiuri TV on January 5. Voice actors Tomoaki Maeno (Gakuen Babysitters) and Sumire Uesaka (Tonikaku Kawaii) are joining the cast as Izua and Merim, respectively. Fumitoshi Oizaki (Kaiko sareta Ankoku Heis... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/NgMyPxA

Supporting Cast Pair for 'Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game' Announced

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Kazuki Amamiya's Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game (Haibara's Teenage New Game+) light novel announced a supporting pair of cast on Thursday. The anime series will premiere on TBS, BS11, and other broadcasters in April 2026. Voice actors Ryouta Suzuki (Nihon e Youkoso Elf-san.) and Tomohiro Ono ([Oshi no Ko]) are joining the cast as Tatsuya Nagiura and Reita Shiratori, respectively. Misuzu Hoshino (Saikin Yatotta Maid... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/ugIV6MB

'Lv999 no Murabito' Unveils Additional Cast, First Promo for Summer 2026

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Koneko Hoshizuki's Lv999 no Murabito (The Villager of Level 999) light novel revealed five additional cast, second teaser visual (pictured), and a promotional video on Thursday. The anime is scheduled to premiere on TV Tokyo, BS Fuji, and other stations in July 2026. Cast Takako: Hiroya Egashira (Kami no Tou: Koubou-sen) Rex: Nobunaga Shimazaki (Sword Art Online: Alicization) Krull: Manaka Iwami (Tensei Oujo to Tensai Reijou no Mah... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/AfSqwUd

'Kimi ga Shinu made Koi wo Shitai' Reveals Production Staff, First Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Nachi Aono's Kimi ga Shinu made Koi wo Shitai (I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day) manga revealed the production staff and first promotional video on Wednesday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere in July 2026. Staff Assistant Director: Nao Enomoto (Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray episode director) Creative Advisor: Takudai Kakuchi (Kunoichi Tsubaki no Mune no Uchi director) Prop Design: Nana Nakayama (Isekai de Mofumofu Nade... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/oBsODMa

'Honoo no Toukyuujo: Dodge Danko' Announces Main Cast, Staff

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Tetsuhiro Koshita's Honoo no Toukyuujo: Dodge Danko manga revealed the main staff, cast, and a teaser visual (pictured) on Wednesday. The anime is scheduled to premiere in 2026. Cast Danko Ichigeki: Manaka Nakayama Chinnen Kobotoke: Kaori Maeda (Uma Musume: Pretty Derby) Mochiko Etai: Akira Sekine (Tsue to Tsurugi no Wistoria) Susan Cannon: You Taichi (Majo to Yajuu) Hanii Otowana: Yuu Sasahara (Dark Gathering) Narrator: Noriko Hid... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/jihQdrR

'Marika-chan no Koukando wa Bukkowareteiru' Reveals Main Cast, Staff, Promo for Spring 2026

The official website of the Marika-chan no Koukando wa Bukkowareteiru (Marika's Love Meter Malfunction) revealed the main cast, staff, a key visual (pictured), and promotional video on Wednesday. The anime series adapting Rin Komugi's romantic comedy manga will premiere on April 5 at 1:00 a.m. on Tokyo MX and BS11. The AnimeFesta platform will begin streaming it ahead of the broadcast on March 13 at 5:00 p.m., with both the on-air and uncut version available. Cast Kanata Kitami: Kouhei... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/nFNQfL8

TMS Entertainment to Absorb Telecom Animation Film in Production Integration Move

TMS Entertainment will absorb its wholly owned subsidiary Telecom Animation Film effective April 1, 2026, in a restructuring designed to consolidate production functions and strengthen the group's creative and operational foundation. The merger integrates the two production entities that have operated within the TMS group, unifying animation capabilities under a single corporate structure. TMS stated that the move is intended to accelerate efforts toward its stated vision of achieving &quo... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/cqliVtb

Manga 'Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi' Ends Serialization

The 12th issue of this year's Weekly Shounen Jump magazine published the 238th and final chapter of Yuusei Matsui's Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi (The Elusive Samurai) manga on Monday, concluding its five-year serialization. Matsui began drawing the historical adventure manga in Weekly Shounen Jump in January 2021. Shueisha released the 23rd volume on December 4 and will ship the 24th volume on March 4. The 25th, 26th, and 27th volumes are scheduled to be released on May 1, August 4, and Octo... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/QqtgcjW

Supporting Cast for 'Majutsushi Kunon wa Mieteiru' Announced

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Umikaze Minamino's Majutsushi Kunon wa Mieteiru (Kunon the Sorcerer Can See) light novel announces supporting cast on Sunday. The anime series premiered at 10:00 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS Asahi and WOWOW on January 4. Cast Hank Beat: Kouki Koyasu (Boushoku no Berserk) Reyes Centlance: Saori Oonishi (Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka) Riya Hose: Shun Horie (Tensei shitara Dainana Ouji Datta node, Kimama... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/a30GMRp

'Tetsunabe no Jan!' Reveals Main Cast, Additional Staff, Teaser Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Shinji Saijyo's Tetsunabe no Jan (Iron Wok Jan!) manga revealed the main cast, additional staff, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video on Sunday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on TV Tokyo in 2026. Cast Jan Akiyama: Kikunosuke Toya (Chainsaw Man) Kiriko Gobancho: Ikumi Hasegawa (86) Takao Okonogi: Kouhei Amasaki (Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san) Narrator: Kenjirou Tsuda (Hatarak... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/PcLQaUC

Manga 'Sora wa Akai Kawa no Hotori' Receives TV Anime in Summer 2026

Production company VAP opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Chie Shinohara's Sora wa Akai Kawa no Hotori (Red River) manga on Sunday, revealing the main staff and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series will debut in Summer 2026. Staff Director: Kousuke Kobayashi (Alma-chan wa Kazoku ni Naritai) Series Composition: Yoriko Tomita (Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru) Character Design: Kenji Fujisaki (Blood Lad) Studio: Tatsunoko Production Kimiyoshi Matsumura and... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/bsrcmWD

'Otaku ni Yasashii Gal wa Inai!?' Reveals Additional Cast, Theme Songs, First Promo

The official website of the Otaku ni Yasashii Gal wa Inai!? (Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!?) television anime revealed additional cast, the theme songs, first promo, and a key visual (pictured right) on Saturday. The anime adapting Norishiro-chan and Sakana Uozumi's romance comedy manga is scheduled to premiere on April 8 at 11:45 p.m. on TV Asahi's IMAnimation programming block, followed by BS Asahi, and AT-X. Cast Genichirou Ijichi: Jun Kasama (Midara na Ao-chan wa Benkyou ga De... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/tWA1CcU

'Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei Movie: Yotsuba Keishou-hen' Unveils Additional Cast Pair, Second Teaser Trailer

The official website for the anime movie adaptation of Tsutomu Satou's Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei (The Irregular at Magic High School) light novel revealed an additional pair of cast, second key visual (pictured above), and teaser trailer on Saturday. The anime movie, subtitled Yotsuba Keishou-hen (Yotsuba Succession Arc), is scheduled to premiere on May 8. Voice actors Shion Wakayama (Mushoku Tensei: Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu) and Shuuichirou Umeda (Mashle) are joining the cast as Kotone... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/BlcieUj

'Isshiki-san wa Koi wo Shiritai.' Reveals Main Staff

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Ayune Araragi's Isshiki-san wa Koi wo Shiritai. (Fullmetal Rinna wants to XX) manga revealed the main staff and a teaser visual (pictured) on Saturday. Staff Director: Kazuya Komai (A-Channel episode director) Series Composition: Deko Akao (Komi-san wa, Comyushou desu.) Character Design: Shouhei Hamaguchi (Glamorous Heroes) Studio: Sakura Create Ayune originally serialized the romantic comedy manga titled Rinna Keibu wa Iki ga Deki... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/3S6ants

'Ponkotsu Fuuki Iin to Skirt-take ga Futekisetsu na JK no Hanashi' Announces Additional Cast

The official website of the Ponkotsu Fuuki Iin to Skirt-take ga Futekisetsu na JK no Hanashi (The Story of a Useless Disciplinary Committee Member and a High School Girl with an Inappropriate Skirt Length) television anime announced additional cast on Thursday. The anime series adapting Takuma Yokota's school romcom manga will begin airing on Tokyo MX and BS Asahi in April 2026. Cast Yuu Izubuchi: Hayato Doujima (Yeosin Gangnim) Seiichi Tsukishima: Jun Fukuyama (Horimiya) Motoko Akina: Yuin... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Hzw2J84

'Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san Season 2' Postpones Broadcast to 2027

The official website of the Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san (Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian) anime series announced on Thursday that Season 2 is being postponed to 2027. The second season was originally scheduled to air in 2026. According to the official statement, the delay was made in order to further improve the overall quality of the series. The committee apologized to fans who had been looking forward to the new season and expressed appreciation for the... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/dytKIbC

Manga 'Hyakki Yakoushou' Gets TV Anime in Spring 2026

The official X (formerly Twitter) of the Nemuki magazine announced a television anime adaptation of Ichiko Ima's Hyakki Yakoushou (Beyond Twilight) manga on Friday. The anime is scheduled to premiere in April 2026. Ima began serializing the supernatural horror manga in Nemuki magazine in 1995 before transferring it to Nemuki+ when the former ceased publication in December 2012. Asahi Shimbun Publications released the 31st volume in April 2024, with the 32nd volume set to be shipped on April... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/ezbhmQ0

Manga 'Ushiro no Shoumen Kamui-san' Gets TV Anime in Summer 2026

Shogakukan announced a television anime adaptation of Eroki and Yayoi Karasuma's Ushiro no Shoumen Kamui-san manga on Friday. The anime will premiere in Summer 2026. Eroki and Karasuma began serializing the erotic supernatural manga on the Ura Sunday and MangaONE services in March 2020. Shogakukan published the 11th volume in August 2025, with the 12th volume going on sale on February 19. Ushiro no Shoumen Kamui-san has over 1 million copies of its volumes in circulation. Synopsis Shizuka i... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/E1fKeUp

'Liar Game' Announces Additional Cast

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Shinobu Kaitani's Liar Game manga announced additional cast on Thursday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on TV Tokyo and BS TV Tokyo in April 2026. Cast Leronira: Kazuhiro Nakaya (Marvel Future Avengers) Fujisawa Kazuo: Nobuo Tobita (Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai shitemo Yoroshii deshou ka) Teruo Tanimura: Youji Ueda (Sousou no Frieren) Asami Kawano (Kyuuketsuki Sugu Shinu assistant director) is helming the anime at Madho... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/ueCXhTw

Bandai Namco Filmworks Absorbs Sotsu's Gundam Business in Restructuring

Bandai Namco Holdings will consolidate key functions of its visual and music operations as part of a major reorganization aimed at accelerating the global expansion of the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise and strengthening the use of music assets across its IP portfolio. Effective April 1, 2026, Bandai Namco Filmworks (BNFW) will absorb Sotsu's Gundam-related business and IP production operations, while Bandai Namco Music Live will integrate Sotsu's music publishing subsidiary. The restru... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/XOWvukZ

Additional Cast for 'Diamond no Ace: Act II Second Season' Announced

The official website of the Diamond no Ace (Ace of Diamond) anime series revealed additional cast for the Diamond no Ace: Act II Second Season (Ace of Diamond Act II Season 2) on Tuesday. The television anime adapting Yuuji Terajima's sequel manga will air on TV Tokyo's six affiliate stations, AT-X, and other networks beginning in April 2026. Cast Takaya Urabe: Shuugo Nakamura (Blue Lock) Souichi Yanagura: Atsushi Tamaru (Haikyuu!!) Kouji Nara: Kento Hama (Katsugeki/Touken Ranbu) Hide... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/1BKhZ6H

CygamesPictures to Become CyPic Under CyberAgent Restructuring

CygamesPictures will become a consolidated subsidiary of CyberAgent as part of a groupwide reorganization aimed at strengthening the company's animation business. The change takes effect on February 27, 2026, when CyberAgent will acquire shares directly from Cygames, shifting the studio from a game-sector affiliate to a core entity within CyberAgent's Media & IP division. The studio will also adopt a new corporate name, CyPic, on April 6, coinciding with its tenth anniversary. The... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/YwgFOua

'Jishou Akuyaku Reijou na Konyakusha no Kansatsu Kiroku.' Reveals Additional Cast, Character Promo

The official X account (formerly Twitter) of the Jishou Akuyaku Reijou na Konyakusha no Kansatsu Kiroku. (Observation Records of My Fiancée: The Misadventures of a Self-Proclaimed Villainess) television anime revealed four additional cast and the fourth character promo on Monday. The anime series adapting Shiki's comedy fantasy light novel will air on April 6 at 10:00 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS11 and Sun TV. Cast Shawn Turqouin Alphasta: Ayumu Murase (Mairimashita! Iruma-kun) J... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/KBvxwrp

'Ichijouma Mankitsugurashi!' Unveils Cast, Additional Staff, Teaser Promo

Distribution company REMOW revealed the cast members, additional staff, and a teaser promotional video for the television anime adaptation of Ichijouma Mankitsugurashi! (Enjoying a One-Room Tatami Life!) manga on Monday. The anime series adapting Kumako Hisama's comedy ecchi manga will debut in April 2026. Cast Meiko Morita: Hana Hishikawa (Shiunji-ke no Kodomotachi) Rie Amamiya: Saho Shirasu (Apocalypse Hotel) Marika Suzuki: Chiharu (22/7) Neo Nakano: Miyari Nemoto (Ruri no Houseki) Michik... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/BGFr8eY

Supporting Cast for 'Hanazakari no Kimitachi e' Announced

The official website of the television anime adaptation of Hisaya Nakajo's Hanazakari no Kimitachi e (Hana-Kimi) revealed the supporting cast and a second visual (pictured) on Sunday. The anime series premiered on Tokyo MX, followed by BS 11, MBS, TV, and RKB Mainichi Broadcasting at 9:30 p.m. on January 4. Cast Tennoji Megumi: Masaaki Mizunaka (Anne Shirley) Kujo Itsuki: Junya Enoki (Skip to Loafer) Himejima Masao: Takehito Koyasu (Honzuki no Gekokujou) Natsuki Takemura (Go! Go! Vehicle Zo... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Abskn1R

Sixth Season of 'Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka' Announced

The 10th year anniversary event for the Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka (Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?) anime series announced a sixth season on Saturday, revealing an announcement video. Produced by J.C.Staff, the 13-episode first anime season aired in Spring 2015, followed by a second and third season in Summer 2019 and Fall 2020. The fourth season aired in split cours in Summer 2022 and Winter 2023. The fifth and latest season aired in 15 episodes... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/srqyx6H

'Shibou Yuugi de Meshi wo Kuu.' Reveals Supporting Cast Pair, Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Yuushi Ukai's Shibou Yuugi de Meshi wo Kuu. (Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table) light novel revealed a supporting pair of cast and the "Golden Bath" promotional video on Friday. The anime series premiered with a 60-minute special on Tokyo MX, followed by ABC TV and WOWOW, at 11:00 p.m. on January 7. From episode two onward, it aired at 11:30 p.m. and streamed on Netflix and other platforms in Japan. Voice actre... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/1W4Jobt

P.A. Works Produces 'Cheat Fuyo' TV Anime Adaptation

Production company Shochiku announced a television anime adaptation of Asa Rokushima's Tsuihou sareta Cheat Fuyo Majutsushi wa Kimama na Second Life wo Ouka suru. Ore wa Buki dake ja Naku, Arayuru Mono ni "Kyouka Point" wo Fuyo Dekiru shi, Ore no Ishi de Itsudemo Kouka wo Kaijo Dekiru kedo, Nokotta Hitotachi Daijoubu? (The Laid-Off Cheat-Granting Mage Enjoys a New Life: I Can Add "Enhancement Points" Not Just to Weapons but to Anything, and I Can Cancel the Effects Whene... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/9dvNoJW

Novel 'Doko Yori mo Tooi Basho ni Iru Kimi e' Gets Anime Film For Fall 2026

Production company Shochiku announced an anime movie adaptation of Akiko Abe's Doko Yori mo Tooi Basho ni Iru Kimi e (To You in the Beyond) novel during its 2026–2027 lineup announcement on January 27. Abe wrote the mystery romance novel under Shueisha’s Orange Bunko imprint in October 2017, featuring illustrations by syo5. Haruka Chino began drawing a manga adaptation on Tonari no Young Jump magazine in August 2025. The first volume is scheduled for release on February 19. Syno... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/GBqwIfh

'Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game' Unveils Additional Cast, Staff, First Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Kazuki Amamiya's Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game (Haibara's Teenage New Game+) light novel unveiled additional cast, staff, and the first promotional video on Thursday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on TBS, BS11, and other networks in April 2026. Cast Miori Motomiya: Kanna Nakamura (Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (※Muri ja Nakatta!?)) Uta Sakura: Aya Yamane (Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Sak... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/qWdoRNm

Light Novel 'Yuukyuu no Gusha Asley no, Kenja no Susume' Gets TV Anime Adaptation

Production company Bushiroad Move announced a television anime adaptation of Hifumi's Yuukyuu no Gusha Asley no, Kenja no Susume (The Principle of a Philosopher by Eternal Fool "Asley") light novel on Thursday, revealing a teaser visual (pictured). Hifumi began penning the fantasy novel on the Shousetsuka ni Narou website in January 2015. Earth Star Entertainment began publishing the novel under its Earth Star Novels imprint with illustrations by Kurihito Mutou in September 2015 a... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/PXJzDoY

TAAF 2026 Anime of the Year Winners Announced

The winners of the Anime of the Year categories from the Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2026 (TAAF 2026) were announced on Monday. A panel of judges selected the winners from a list of titles that either screened, aired, or were distributed in Japan between October 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025, with 100 titles (80 television anime and 20 theatrical anime) ultimately in the running for the Anime of the Year awards. Grand Prize Kimetsu no Yaiba Movie 1: Mugenjou-hen - Akaza Sairai (Feature Film) Kid... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/5ZNFKq3

Spin-off Manga 'Mairimashita! Iruma-kun: If Episode of Mafia' Gets TV Anime for Winter 2027

Broadcast station NHK announced a television anime adaptation of hiroja's Mairimashita! Iruma-kun: If Episode of Mafia (Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun: IruMafia Edition) manga on Wednesday, revealing a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series will begin airing on NHK in January 2027. Hiroja began serializing the spin-off manga in Bessatsu Shounen Champion in September 2023. Akita Shoten released the sixth volume in October 2025, with the seventh volume set to release on February 6. Ko... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/z7uUDKs

Manga 'Thunder 3' Gets TV Anime Adaptation for Summer 2026

Television station Fuji TV opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Yuuki Ikeda's Thunder 3 manga on Wednesday, revealing the main cast, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video. The anime series will begin airing on Fuji TV’s +Ultra programming block and other networks in July 2026. Cast Pyontarou: Sayumi Suzushiro (High Score Girl) Tsubame: Natsumi Kawaida (Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu) Hiroshi: Eri Akiyama (Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru) Futaba: Honoka... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/32P8nXu

Aniplex Acquires Egg Firm, Strengthening Planning and Production Pipeline

Aniplex has acquired all shares of Tokyo-based production and planning company Egg Firm, making it a wholly owned subsidiary as of February 2, 2026. The purchase price was not disclosed. Egg Firm will continue operating under the leadership of founder and president Nobuhiro Oosawa, with no changes to its core business activities. In a brief announcement, the two companies stated that the acquisition would enable closer cooperation and more effective use of group resources, with the aim of contr... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/uCKN6Zn

'Sekai Saikyou no Kouei: Meikyuukoku no Shinjin Tansakusha' Reveals Main Cast, Staff, Summer 2026 Premiere

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Touwa Akatsuki's Sekai Saikyou no Kouei: Meikyuukoku no Shinjin Tansakusha (The World's Strongest Rearguard: Labyrinth Country's Novice Seeker) light novel revealed main cast, staff, teaser visual (pictured) on Monday. The anime series will begin airing in July 2026. Cast Theresia: Aoi Koga (Dekoboko Majo no Oyako Jijou) Elite: Yui Ishikawa (Kanpekisugite Kawaige ga Nai to Konyaku Haki sareta Seijo wa Ringoku ni Urareru)... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/v7MAg1s

'Mata Korosarete Shimatta no desu ne, Tantei-sama' Announces Additional Cast

Broadcasting station TBS opened an official website for the television anime adaptation of Teniwoha's Mata Korosarete Shimatta no desu ne, Tantei-sama (Killed Again, Mr. Detective.) light novel on Tuesday, revealing additional cast and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series will begin airing on TBS and BS11 in April 2026. Cast Yuriu Haigamine: Yoshino Aoyama (Araburu Kisetsu no Otome-domo yo.) Shardina: Rie Kugimiya (Undead Unluck) Kanta Manrogi: Katsuyuki Konishi (Kusuriya no Hitori... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/psPgJVF

'Yomi no Tsugai' Unveils Additional Cast, Theme songs, Main Promo

The special livestream presentation for the Yomi no Tsugai (Daemons of the Shadow Realm) television anime unveiled additional cast, theme songs, a key visual (pictured), and the main promotional video on Monday. The anime adapting Hiromu Arakawa's action fantasy manga is scheduled to premiere for two consecutive cours on Tokyo MX, BS11, and other stations at 11:30 p.m. on April 4. Cast Right: Rikiya Koyama (Bungou Stray Dogs) Left: Takako Honda (Fairy Tail: 100-nen Quest) Hana: Miyuri Shima... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/5NVZISk

Light Novel 'Doumo, Suki na Hito ni Horegusuri wo Irai sareta Majo desu.' Gets TV Anime for 2026

Production company Kadokawa opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Eiko Mutsuhana's Doumo, Suki na Hito ni Horegusuri wo Irai sareta Majo desu. (Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion!) light novel on Monday, revealing an announcement visual (pictured top) and a celebratory illustration (pictured right) by Misato Kamada. The anime series will begin airing in 2026. Mutsuhana penned the romantic fantasy novel on the Shousetsuka ni Narou from... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Sq0MtJ8

Supporting Cast for '29-sai Dokushin Chuuken Boukensha no Nichijou' Announced

The official website of the 29-sai Dokushin Chuuken Boukensha no Nichijou (The Daily Life of a Single 29-Year-Old Adventurer) television anime announced three additional cast ahead of episode 5 on Monday. The anime series adapting Ippei Nara's adventure fantasy manga premiered on January 7. Cast Jessica: Saori Oonishi (Cheat Kusushi no Slow Life: Isekai ni Tsukurou Drugstore) Tanya: Maki Kawase (Isekai Yururi Kikou) Dragon: Akira Sekine (Hazure Skill "Kinomi Master": Skill no Mi (... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/5cPbt3D

Manga 'Yani Neko' Gets TV Anime in Summer 2026

An official website opened for a television anime adaptation of Nyannyan Factory's Yani Neko (Chainsmoker Cat) manga on Monday and revealed the main staff, cast, teaser visual (pictured), and a teaser promotional video. The anime is scheduled to premiere in July 2026 on Tokyo MX and other stations. Voice actress Yuuko Natsuyoshi (Chou Kaguya-hime!, Maou Gakuin no Futekigousha) is starring as Yani Neko. Staff Director: Taku Kimura (Studio Lemon) (Star Wars: Visions - Tatooine Rhapsody, Kairy... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/bzOG4k2