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'Love Live! Hasunosora Jogakuin School Idol Club' Gets TV Anime in January 2027

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for the Hasunosora Jogakuin School Idol Club (Hasunosora Girls' High School Idol Club) project announced a television anime on Tuesday, scheduled to premiere in January 2027. The Love Live! Hasunosora Jogakuin School Idol Club Movie: Bloom Garden Party 3DCG movie will open in Japanese theaters on May 8. ODD No. Inc. launched the project through the Link! Like! Love Live! smartphone app in April 2023. The unit released its first single Dream Believe... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/dHjshan

North American Anime & Manga Releases for April

Here are the North American anime, manga, and light novel releases for April. Week 1: April 7 - 13 Anime Releases Captain Tsubasa (2018) DVD Captain Tsubasa Season 2: Junior Youth-hen (Captain Tsubasa: Junior Youth Arc) DVD Isekai Nonbiri Nouka (Farming Life in Another World) Blu-ray [Limited Edition, SteelBook] One Piece Season 14 Voyage 9 (incl. episodes 989-1000) Blu-ray + DVD Manga Releases Ao no Exorcist (Blue Exorcist) Vol.32 Blue Lock: Episode Nagi Vol.7 Bokura no Suki wa Warikirenai (Lov... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/uexFP2n

'Saikyou Degarashi Ouji no Anyaku Teii Arasoi' Reveals Main Cast, Staff, Summer 2026 Premiere

Production company Kadokawa opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Tanba's Saikyou Degarashi Ouji no Anyaku Teii Arasoi: Munou wo Enjiru SS Rank Ouji wa Koui Keishousen wo Kage kara Shihai suru (The Insipid Prince's Furtive Grab for the Throne) light novel on Tuesday, revealing the main cast, staff, and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series is scheduled to premiere in July 2026. Cast Arnold Lakes Adler: Yuuma Uchida (Jujutsu Kaisen) Leonard Lakes Adler:... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/ABdbuC0

'Golden Kamuy: Bousou Ressha-hen' Announced for Next Winter

The 13th and final episode of Golden Kamuy: Saishuushou (Golden Kamuy Final Season) announced an anime sequel adapting the Bousou Ressha-hen (Runaway Train arc) on Monday. The official website also revealed a teaser visual (pictured). The sequel is scheduled to be released next Winter. Golden Kamuy adapts Satoru Noda's historical adventure manga, which serialized in Young Jump magazine from August 2014 to April 2022. Shueisha shipped the 31st and final volume in July 2022. The manga has a c... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Lmx7JAZ

'Nippon Sangoku' Unveils Additional Cast, Ending Theme, Third Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Ikka Matsuki's Nippon Sangoku manga unveiled additional cast, a special visual (pictured), the ending theme, and third promotional video on Monday. The anime is scheduled to premiere on April 7 at 12:00 a.m. on Tokyo MX and BS Nippon TV, followed by TV Aichi, Yomiuri TV, and other stations. Cast Miyakichi Hei: Kenyuu Horiuchi (Dorohedoro) Nagao Taketo: Shuuichirou Umeda (Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu) Kura Akii: Shunsuke Sakuya (Zankyou n... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/GKEufPO

'Gintama' Creator Hideaki Sorachi Begins New Manga in April 2026

The 18th issue of Weekly Shounen Jump magazine announced that a new manga by Hideaki Sorachi, 2-nen B-gumi Yuusha Destroyers (Hero Destroyers of Class 2B), will begin in the 21st issue on April 20. This marks Sorachi's first serialization in seven years after the end of Gintama in 2019. Sorachi serialized Gintama in Weekly Shounen Jump from December 2003 to September 2018. The manga then transferred to Jump Giga and ran for three consecutive issues from December 2018 to February 2019. The l... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Klafjc1

'Seihantai na Kimi to Boku' Season 2 Announced for Summer 2026

The Seihantai na Kimi to Boku (You and I Are Polar Opposites) White Stage announcement on Sunday that a second season is in production, revealing an announcement video. The second season is scheduled to premiere on July 5 at 5:00 p.m. on MBS and TBS. Produced by Lapin Track, the television anime adapting Koucha Agasawa's school romcom manga began airing on January 11. Crunchyroll simulcasted the anime with multiple subtitles and an English dub. Agasawa originally drew the romantic comedy ma... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/jShLfYm

'Romelia Senki' Unveils Additional Cast, 2 Cours Broadcast

The Pony Canyon booth at AnimeJapan 2026 revealed four additional cast and a second teaser visual (pictured) for the Romelia Senki (Romelia War Chronicle) television anime on Sunday. The anime series adapting Ryou Ariyama's action fantasy light novel will air in two cours in 2026. Cast Henri: Yuuya Hirose (Mato Seihei no Slave) Elisabeth: Sayaka Senbongi (Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken) Ekaterina: Mariya Ise (JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken Part 6: Stone Ocean) Ryoki: Asaka (Around 40 Otoko no Ise... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/eViFm9Z

'Youchien Wars' Unveils Additional Cast, Studio, Teaser Promo for Spring 2027

The Youchien Wars (Kindergarten Wars) White Stage at AnimeJapan 2026 revealed additional cast, studio, an updated teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video on Sunday. The anime series adapting You Chiba's action comedy manga will air in Spring 2027. Cast Hana Bradley: Hitomi Oowada (Hanebado!) Luke Smith: Satoshi Hino (Maou 2099) Silvia Scott: Mariya Ise (Chainsaw Man) Shinsuke Gomi (Silent Witch episode director) is helming the anime at Sunrise and Felix Film NEW. Junko Yamana... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/MRgIpKU

'Ao no Hako Season 2' Unveils Main Staff, Additional Cast, Teaser Promo

The Ao no Hako Season 2 (Blue Box Season 2) White Stage at AnimeJapan 2026 revealed the main staff, one additional cast member, teaser visual (pictured), and a teaser promotional video on Saturday. The new season, adapting Kouji Miura's sports romance manga, will premiere on October 4 at 4:30 p.m. on TBS's 28 broadcasting stations. Voice actress Yoshino Aoyama (Bocchi the Rock!) is joining the cast as Yumeka Kido. Staff Director: Daisuke Sakou (Lupin Zero) NEW Character Design, Chief A... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/wD7gP4J

'Mushoku Tensei III' Unveils Additional Cast Pair, Second Promo

The Mushoku Tensei III: Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu (Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3) Green Stage at AnimeJapan 2026 revealed an additional cast pair and a second promotional video on Saturday. Voice actors Haruka Tomatsu (Sword Art Online) and Tetsu Inada (Jigokuraku) are joining the cast as Nina Farion and Gull Farion, respectively. Singer-songwriter Yuiko Ohara (Mushoku Tensei) is returning to perform the opening theme "Ketsui no Uta," previewed in the promotional video... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Q4b32EK

'Honoo no Toukyuujo: Dodge Danko' Reveals Additional Cast Pair, Teaser Promo

The AnimeJapan 2026 event revealed a pair of additional cast and a teaser promotional video for the Honoo no Toukyuujo: Dodge Danko television anime on Saturday. The anime, adapting Tetsuhiro Koshita's sequel team sports manga, is scheduled to premiere on Tokyo MX, MBS, and BS11 in July 2026. Voice actors Katsuyuki Konishi (Kimetsu no Yaiba) and Tetsu Inada (Boku no Hero Academia) are joining the cast as Danpei Ichigeki and Chinnen Kobotoke, respectively. Hiroshi Ikehata (Witch Watch) is di... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/PkKn8C6

Summer 2026 Simulcast List

In this thread, you'll find a comprehensive list of television anime acquired for simulcast release during the Spring 2026 season. Anime series licensed for home video release can be found here. This post will be continuously updated as more simulcasts are announced. Feel free to post in this thread if you find a series that we are missing. Adult Swim (United States) Niwatori Fighter (Rooster Fighter) Ani-One Asia (South and Southeast Asia) Akane-banashi Awajima Hyakkei (A Hundred Scenes of... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/19Gw5kl

Q2 2026 Anime & Manga Licenses

In this thread, you'll find a comprehensive list of anime and manga licensed in the fourth quarter (Apr-Jun) of 2026. Spring 2026 anime which were licensed before the quarter began will also be carried over for convenience. Please note that the anime licenses are for home video release; simulcast acquisitions for Spring 2026 can be found here. Digital releases are noted with an asterisk (*). This post will be continuously updated as more licenses are announced. If you have a license that we... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/7WUGeEh

Anime Project for 'Danzai sareta Akuyaku Reijou wa, Gyakkou shite Kanpeki na Akujo wo Mezasu' Light Novel in Progress

Publishing company TO Books announced an anime adaptation of Bakufu Narayama's Danzai sareta Akuyaku Reijou wa, Gyakkou shite Kanpeki na Akujo wo Mezasu (The Condemned Villainess Goes Back in Time and Aims to Become the Ultimate Villain) light novel on Friday, revealing an announcement visual (pictured above). Narayama began penning the fantasy romance novel on the Shousetsuka ni Narou website in November 2020. TO Books later acquired the series and began publishing it with illustrations b... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/rhTN2iw

'Hon nara Uru hodo' Wins Manga Taisho Award for 2026

The award list for the 19th edition of Manga Taisho, an annual Japanese manga award, has been announced. The award is voted on by a panel of bookstore clerks throughout Japan, who select the best series from a list of titles that have less than eight compiled volumes released and at least one volume released in the previous year. *1. 77 pts Hon nara Uru hodo [Drama] by Ao Kojima *2. 59 pts "Danmitsu" [Slice of Life] by Tooru Seino *3. 58 pts Jashin no Bentouya-san [Fantasy] by Ishiko *... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/K4CWZ1S

Project Anima Series 'Mebius Dust' Reveals Main Staff, Teaser Promo, 2026 Premiere

Production company Asmik Ace opened an official website for the previously announced Mebius Dust television anime series on Thursday, revealing the main staff, a teaser visual (pictured), and a teaser promotional video. Produced by Doga Kobo, the anime series, which was initially slated for a 2020 premiere, is now set to debut in 2026. Tarou Iwasaki (Amaama to Inazuma) is directing the anime, with Yoriko Tomita (Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi) handling the series composition. Hajime Shinagawa's or... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/DGq89RM

Supporting Cast for 'Koori no Jouheki' Announced

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Koucha Agasawa's Koori no Jouheki (The Ramparts of Ice) web manga unveiled supporting cast on Thursday. The anime is scheduled to premiere on April 2 at 11:56 p.m. on TBS' 28 affiliated channels. Cast Kuriki Momoka: Akari Kitou (Debu to Love to Ayamachi to!) Azumi Yuuki: Kakeru Hatano (Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku) Atagawa Akane: Natsumi Kawaida (Hanazakari no Kimitachi e) Japanese rock-band Novelbright is performing the opening... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/YbUqVyS

New 'Mahou no Princess Minky Momo' OVA Announces Main Staff

Production company King Records revealed the main staff and a teaser visual (pictured) for the new Mahou no Princess Minky Momo (Fairy Princess Minky Momo) OVA on Thursday. The OVA, subtitled Akogare no Yume e - Magokoro no Duet, will open in theaters prior to its home video release. Staff Director: Ayumu Watanabe (Summertime Render) Script: Deko Akao (Witch Watch) Character Design: Hiroshi Watanabe (Minky Momo in Tabidachi no Eki), Mari Tominaga (Cardfight!! Vanguard) Sound Director: Katsunori... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/dur0NoF

'Kill Ao' Unveils Additional Staff, Second Promo

The official website of the Kill Ao (Kill Blue) television anime unveiled additional staff, second promo, and second key visual (pictured) on Wednesday. Produced by Cue, the anime series adapting Tadatoshi Fujimaki's action comedy manga is scheduled to premiere on April 11 at 11:00 p.m. on TV Tokyo and its affiliates. Staff Series Composition, Animation Supervision: Hiro Kaburagi (Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun director) NEW Animation Director: Yasunori Ide (Onegai☆Teacher director) Art Director: T... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/F6X3Itl

'Hotaru no Yomeiri' Reveals Main Cast, Additional Staff, Teaser Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Oreco Tachibana's Hotaru no Yomeiri (Firefly Wedding) manga revealed the main cast, additional staff, a teaser visual (pictured right), and teaser promotional video on Thursday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on Fuji TV at 11.30 p.m. in October 2026. Voice actresses Lynn (Bukiyou na Senpai.) and Kouki Uchiyama (Horimiya) are starring as Satoko Kirigaya and Shinpei Gotou, respectively. Yuuko Kakihara (Ao no Hako) is hand... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/57IhEfF

'Komekami! Girls' TV Anime Airs in Spring 2026

The official website of the Komekami! Girls television anime revealed the main cast, staff, a key visual (pictured right), and promotional video on Tuesday. The anime series will premiere on April 3 at 1:00 a.m. on TNC, followed by BS11 and TOS. Cast Sanae Koshino: Eriko Kawakami Minori Koshino: Minori Toyonaga Mei Koshino: Kurumi Yano Hikari Koshino: Emi Nitta (Love Live! School Idol Project) Momi Koshino: Misa Segawa Mai Koshino: Yuki Tomoe Honoka Koshino: Tamaki Ayaka Okoge Kiyama: Rica Matsu... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/2e1pSy5

'Tenmaku no Jaadugar' Reveals Main Cast, First Promo

The official website of the Tenmaku no Jaadugar (Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia) television anime revealed the main cast, character visual (pictured above), and a promotional video on Wednesday. The anime series adapting Tomato Soup's historical drama manga will premiere on TV Asahi and its 24 affiliates' IMAnimation programming block and BS Asahi in July 2026. Cast Sitara: Akira Sekine (Tsue to Tsurugi no Wistoria) Fatima: Houko Kuwashima (Bleach) Muhammad: Jun Saitou (Meikyuu no Shio... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/xWuHsqL

'Mayonaka Heart Tune' Gets Second Season

The 12th and final episode of Mayonaka Heart Tune (Tune In to the Midnight Heart) ended with an announcement on Tuesday that a second season is in production. Masakuni Igarashi (Senryuu Shoujo) drew an illustration to commemorate the announcement (pictured). Produced by Gekkou, the first season premiered on January 6. Crunchyroll simulcasted the anime with subtitles in multiple languages and an English dub. The anime series adapts Igarashi's showbiz-themed romantic comedy manga, which began... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/zK4PfpU

'Tefuda ga Oome no Victoria' Reveals Additional Staff, Second Teaser Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Shuu's Tefuda ga Oome no Victoria (Victoria of Many Faces) light novel revealed additional staff and second promotional video on Tuesday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on TV Tokyo networks in July 2026. Staff Sub-character Design: Keika Ootsuka (Shibou Yuugi de Meshi wo Kuu.), Sayuri Sakimoto (Tensei Akujo no Kuro Rekishi), Yuri Naminoue (Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi animation director), Mana Matsumura Prop Design: Yabo... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/njgEqfJ

'Kore Kaite Shine' Unveils Additional Cast, Second Teaser Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Minoru Toyoda's Kore Kaite Shine (Draw This, Then Die!) manga unveiled four additional cast members, a new visual for "Lost World" (pictured), and second teaser promotional video on Tuesday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on Nippon TV network's FuraAni programming block and 30 stations nationwide at 11:30 p.m. in July 2026. Cast Pokota: Noriko Hidaka (Ranma ½ (2024)) Nana Teramura: Atsumi Tanezaki... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/i39ohWa

'Mezametara Saikyou Soubi to Uchuusenmochi Datta node, Ikkodate Mezashite Youhei toshite Jiyuu ni Ikitai' Reveals Main Cast, Staff, Teaser Promo for Fall 2026

Production company Hayate opened an official website for the television anime adaptation of Ryuto's Mezametara Saikyou Soubi to Uchuusenmochi Datta node, Ikkodate Mezashite Youhei toshite Jiyuu ni Ikitai (Reborn as a Space Mercenary: I Woke Up Piloting the Strongest Starship!) light novel on Monday, revealing the main cast, staff, a teaser visual (pictured right), and teaser promotional video.The anime series is scheduled to premiere in October 2026. Cast Takahiro Satou: Makoto Furukawa (Sa... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/QLPySfc

'Dogulwang' Announces Additional Cast

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Sanji Jiksong and 3B2S's Tomb Raider King webtoon revealed a pair of additional cast, key visual (pictured), and character promo on Monday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on Fuji TV, followed by Kansai TV and other networks in July 2026. Voice actors Miyu Irino (Fate/Zero) and Nobuhiko Okamoto (Boku no Hero Academia) are joining the cast as Koutarou Yanagi and Noboru Kureha, respectively. Seung Uk Woo (Claymore episode d... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/RJAa8Cl

'Demons' Crest' Reveals Main Cast, Staff, Teaser Promo, 2026 Debut

Production company Warner Bros. Japan opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Reki Kawahara's Demons' Crest light novel on Monday, revealing the main cast, staff, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video. The anime series will premiere in 2026. Voice actresses Haruka Shiraishi (Golden Kamuy) and Konomi Inagaki (Busamen Gachi Fighter) are starring as Yuuma Ashihara and Sawa Ashihara, respectively. Staff Chief Director: Shinji Ushiro (Ijiranaide, N... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Jm8rNes

Second Season of 'Hanazakari no Kimitachi e' Announced

The television broadcast of the 12th and final episode of Hanazakari no Kimitachi e (Hana-Kimi) ended with a second season announcement on Sunday. The first season, produced by Signal.MD began airing on January 4. Crunchyroll simulcasted the anime with subtitles in multiple languages. The anime adapts Hisaya Nakajo's romantic comedy manga, which ran in Hana to Yume from August 1996 to August 2004. Hakusensha published the 23rd and final volume in November that year. The magazine also publi... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/5l4RcJv

'Yuusha Party wo Oidasareta Kiyoubinbou' Gets Second Season

The 12th and final episode of Yuusha Party wo Oidasareta Kiyoubinbou (Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None) ended with an announcement on Sunday that a second season is in production. The official website also revealed an announcement visual (pictured above) and announcement promo. Produced by animation studio42, the first season premiered on January 4. Crunchyroll simulcasted the anime with subtitles in multiple languages. The anime series adapts Itsuki Togami's adventure fantasy light novel... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/DCVnTHh

'Grow Up Show: Himawari no Circus-dan' Reveals Main Cast, Additional Staff, First Promo for Summer 2026

The official website for the Grow Up Show: Himawari no Circus-dan (Grow Up Show: Sunflower Circus) original television anime revealed the main cast, additional staff, a key visual (pictured), and the first promotional video on Sunday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere in July 2026. Cast Mizuka Tsurumaki: Tomoka Noda Ouka Kawasumi: Shiori Kurosaki (Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun 2nd Stage) Imari Agano: Reo Osanai (Mashle) Isuzu Ikazuchi: Nanako Ando (Anne Shirley) Aoi Yura: Tomori Kusunoki (Chai... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Zc8C4gf

'Tenkou-saki no Seiso Karen na Bishoujo ga, Mukashi Danshi to Omotte Issho ni Asonda Osananajimi Datta Ken' Reveals Main Cast, Staff for Summer 2026

The official website of the Tenkou-saki no Seiso Karen na Bishoujo ga, Mukashi Danshi to Omotte Issho ni Asonda Osananajimi Datta Ken (Tenkosaki: The Neat and Pretty Girl at My New School Is a Childhood Friend of Mine Who I Thought Was a Boy) television anime revealed the main cast, staff, and the main visual (pictured) on Saturday. The anime series adapting Yu Hibari's romance comedy light novel will air on Tokyo MX and BS Fuji beginning in July 2026. Cast Haruki Nikaidou: Ikumi Hasegawa (... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/2DAV3rl

'Maebashi Witches' Gets Compilation Movie

The Maebashi Witches New Costume Unveiling Event announced a theatrical compilation movie for the Maebashi Witches anime series on Saturday, revealing a teaser trailer. The television anime series will also begin a rebroadcast on Tokyo MX and BS11 starting April 5. Sunrise produced the 12-episode original anime in Spring 2025. Crunchyroll simulcasted the anime with subtitles in multiple languages. Synopsis In the city of Maebashi, Yuina Akagi is a free-spirited high school girl with a hobby of b... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/nQ2zIrk

Aniplex Announces 'Vertex Force' Original TV Anime for 2026

Production company Aniplex opened an official website for the Vertex Force original television anime, revealing teaser promotional video, and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series is scheduled to premiere in 2026. Kazuhiro Takamura (Strike Witches) is serving as the director. Teaser PV Official site: https://vertexforce.jp/ Official X: @vertexforce Source: Comic Natalie from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/olS4dKq

Manga 'Zatsuyou Fuyo Jutsushi ga Jibun no Saikyou ni Kizuku made' Gets TV Anime in Winter 2027

Publishing company Futabasha opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Haka Tokura and Shin Arakawa's Zatsuyou Fuyo Jutsushi ga Jibun no Saikyou ni Kizuku made (Magical Buffs: The Support Caster Is Stronger Than He Realized!) manga on Friday, revealing the main cast, staff, and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series will premiere in January 2027. Voice actors Reiji Kawashima (Fumetsu no Anata e) and Hana Hishikawa (Maou 2099) are starring as Wim Strauss and Heidm... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/bEsRMGD

Spring 2026 Preview

In this thread you'll find a comprehensive list of Spring 2026 titles with an accompanying promotional video, commercial, teaser, or trailer. This post will be updated to include a video for titles that are missing one, leading up to the start of the season. Titles that already have a video embedded will instead have their newly released videos added to the video tab in their respective entries. For convenience, the video tab can be accessed via the additional videos link next to the embedd... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/zPXW6FC

'#Zombie Sagashitemasu' Reveals Main Cast, Staff, Teaser Promo for Fall 2026

Production company Kadokawa opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Katsuwo's #Zombie Sagashitemasu (#I'm Looking for Zombie) manga on Thursday, revealing the main cast, staff, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on TV Asahi's IMAnimation programming block at 11.30 p.m. in October 2026. Cast: Aki: Miyari Nemoto (Ruri no Houseki) Natsuki: Lynn (Bukiyou na Senpai.) Haru: Toshiya Miyata (Ore wa Se... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/LNt2GzR

'Shangri-La Frontier: Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su 3rd Season' Reveals New Staff, Winter 2027 Premiere

The official website of the Shangri-La Frontier: Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su (Shangri-La Frontier) anime series revealed new staff and a teaser visual (pictured) for its third season on Thrusday. The anime series, adapting Katarina's action fantasy manga is scheduled to premiere in January 2027. Staff Chief Director: Toshiyuki Kubooka (Majo no Tabitabi) NEW Director: Hiro Ooki (Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu episode director) NEW Series Composition, Script: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu (T... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/tfA2uJj

'Cyborg 009: Nemesis' Announces Main Staff, Cast for Summer 2026

The official website for the Cyborg 009: Nemesis anime series revealed the main staff, lead cast, and a teaser visual (pictured) on Thursday. The anime will begin streaming in Summer 2026. Voice actor Yuuichi Nakamura (Jujutsu Kaisen, JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken: Ougon no Kaze) is starring as Graviton/Nemesis 009. Staff Director: Hideki Anbo (Yakitori) Script: Atsuhiro Tomioka (Fairy Tail: 100-nen Quest), Charatex Character Design: sanorin (Boku no Kanojo wa Dekkawaii manga) Studio: ARECT Productio... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/XRm3pon

Light Novel 'Suterare Seijo no Isekai Gohan Tabi: Kakure Skill de Camping Car wo Shoukan shimashita' Gets TV Anime Adaptation in 2026

Production company Happinet opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Yoneori's Suterare Seijo no Isekai Gohan Tabi: Kakure Skill de Camping Car wo Shoukan shimashita light novel on Wednesday, revealing the main cast, staff, and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime will premiere in 2026. Voice actors Sora Tokui (Tsuihousha Shokudou e Youkoso!) and Yuuki Ono (Salaryman ga Isekai ni Ittara Shitennou ni Natta Hanashi) are starring in the anime as Rin Takanashi and Vil,... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/FAPxwOJ

Manga 'Kanata kara' Receives TV Anime Adaptation in 2026

Production company NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Kyouko Hikawa's Kanata kara (From Far Away) manga on Wednesday, revealing an announcement promo, and an illustration by Hikawa to commemorate the announcement (pictured). The anime is scheduled to premiere in 2026. Noriyuki Abe (Bleach) is serving as the director. Hikawa serialized the fantasy romance manga in LaLa magazine from September 1991 to January 2003. Hakusensha publi... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/QWC2xPV

Manga 'Tank Chair' Gets TV Anime in Fall 2026

Bandai Namco Filmworks opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Manabu Yashiro's Tank Chair manga on Wednesday, revealing the main staff, a teaser promo, and teaser visual (pictured). The anime series will premiere in Fall 2026. Staff Director, Script: Tadahiro Yoshihira (Kuutei Dragons), Hiroaki Andou (Ajin) Series Composition: Tadahiro Yoshihira Character Design: Yuuki Moriyama (Sidonia no Kishi) Production Design: Kazuma Teshigahara (Ooyukiumi no Kaina) Music: Masa... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/HSJVP8e

'Shang Shan' Reveals Production Staff, Japanese Dub Cast, First Promo

Television broadcast company Fuji TV opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Jiang Jia Meizi's Shang Shan web manhua on Wednesday, revealing the production staff, Japanese dub cast, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video. The anime series, titled Shouzen, is scheduled to premiere on Fuji TV's B8station programming block in 2027. Cast Shang Shan: Rina Kawaguchi (Witch Watch) Dao Ran: Hiroshi Kamiya (Shingeki no Kyojin) Lü Ren: Daisuke Sakum... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/wyrjWnk

'World Is Dancing' Reveals Additional Cast, Staff, Teaser Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Kazuto Mihara's World Is Dancing manga revealed additional cast, staff, teaser promotional video, and a newly drawn illustration (pictured above) by Mihara on Tuesday. The anime is scheduled to premiere on Tokyo MX, BS Asahi, and other TV stations in July 2026. Cast Ishiya: Simba Tsuchiya (Clevatess) Kogane: Maaya Uchida (Jigokuraku 2nd Season) Masujiro: Romi Park (Shingeki no Kyojin) Kanoami: Katsuyuki Konishi (Nige Jouzu no Waka... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/1EcwzoQ

'Hirayasumi' Reveals Main Staff, Teaser Promo for Winter 2027

Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions opened an official website for the Hirayasumi anime on Monday, revealing the main staff, teaser promotional video, teaser visual (pictured right), and its television format. Produced by Production +h., the anime series adapting Keigo Shinzou's slice of life manga will begin airing on NHK in January 2027. Staff Director, Series Composition, Script: Kei Suezawa (Fate/Grand Order: Shinsei Entaku Ryouiki Camelot - Wandering; Agateram) Character Design: Naoyuki As... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/mCGsuAp

'Sekiro: No Defeat' Unveils Additional Cast, Theme Song, First Promo

Crunchyroll's Sekiro: No Defeat panel at the South by Southwest festival revealed additional cast, the theme song, and a promotional video on Monday. The anime series adapting FromSoftware's action adventure video game is scheduled for a 2026 premiere, with a theatrical version planned for release in Japan. Cast Busshi: Jin Urayama (Summertime Render) Emma: Shizuka Itou (Himesama "Goumon" no Jikan desu) Hanbei: Akimitsu Takase (Shaman King) Fukurou: Takaya Hashi (Tensei shita... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/6IPLu73

Winners of the 20th Seiyuu Awards

Winners of the 20th Seiyuu Awards were announced via Nippon Cultural Broadcasting's internet radio program, "Chou! A&G+." The ceremony was held at the Nippon Cultural Broadcasting (JOQR) Media Plus Hall in Tokyo on March 15. The winners are listed with their respective talent agency and an example of an anime they acted in between October 2024 and September 2025 (not necessarily why they were given the award). Best Lead Actor/Actress Kikunosuke Toya (Sony Music Artists; Chain... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/R45yDjh

Broadcast of 'Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru. Season 2' Postponed to Fall 2026

The official X (formerly Twitter) account of the Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru. (The Detective Is Already Dead) anime series announced on Sunday that the second season will be delayed to October 2026 due to production circumstances. The second season was scheduled to premiere in July 2026. Manabu Kurihara (Tokyo Ghoul animation director) is helming the second season at ENGI. Deko Akao (Hige wo Soru. Soshite Joshikousei wo Hirou.) is handling the series composition and Yousuke Itou (Ousama Game The An... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/zLQlstp

'Shunkashuutou Daikousha: Haru no Mai' Reveals Additional Cast Pair, Commercial

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Kana Akatsuki's Shunkashuutou Daikousha: Haru no Mai (Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring) light novel revealed an additional pair of cast and a Spring version commercial on Sunday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere at 12.00 a.m. on Toyko MX, Tochigi TV, Gunma TV, BS11 followed by MBS, CBS TV, RKB Mainichi Broadcasting, and HBC Hokkaido Broadcasting on March 29. Voice actresses Kana Hanazawa (Summer Pockets) and Na... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/yqsTQCA

Spin-off Manga 'Girls & Panzer: Ribbon no Musha' Gets Pilot Episode

V-Storage announced a pilot episode of Takaaki Suzuki's Girls & Panzer: Ribbon no Musha (Girls und Panzer: Ribbon Warrior) spin-off manga on Sunday, revealing the production staff and a pilot visual (pictured). The pilot episode will screen after the fourth and final part of the Girls & Panzer: Motto Love Love Sakusen desu! (Girls und Panzer: Motto Lovey-Dovey Sakusen desu!) movie series on April 10. Staff Director: Morihito Abe (Kidou Senshi Gundam: GQuuuuuuX episode director) Scri... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/6NCgb97

'Tadaima, Ojamasaremasu!' Unveils Additional Cast, Staff, Main Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Watomura's Tadaima, Ojamasaremasu! (Pardon the Intrusion, I'm Home!) manga unveiled additional cast, staff, the main visual (pictured) and promotional video on Saturday. The anime will premiere at 1.29 a.m. on Nippon TV’s AnichU block and Yomiuri TV’s Hi-Ani block, followed by BS Nippon TV on April 8. Cast Ann Honda: Chiaki Kobayashi (Ao no Hako) Hazuki Takamine: Riho Sugiyama (2.5-jigen no Ririsa) Shion Ougi: Miy... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/hDfzYIo

Supporting Cast for 'Isekai Nonbiri Nouka 2' Announced

The official website of the Isekai Nonbiri Nouka 2 (Farming Life in Another World Season 2) television anime announced supporting cast on Saturday. The second season adapting Kinosuke Naitou's fantasy slice of life light novel will air at 10.30 p.m. on AT-X followed by, TV Tokyo, BS TV Tokyo, and Tulip TV on April 6. A first-episode preview screening was held on March 14, at Ore no French Grand Maison TOKYO in Tokyo. Cast Dous: Hiroshi Shirokuma (Overlord) Hiteruto: Haruka Shiraishi (Kizets... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/jS3XKJW

'Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu' Third Season Announced for 2027

The official website of the Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu (The Dangers in My Heart) television anime announced a third season on Saturday, revealing a celebratory illustration (pictured above) by character designer Masato Katsumata. The anime adapts Norio Sakurai's slice of life manga is scheduled to premiere in 2027. Produced by Shin-Ei Animation, the 12-episode first season aired in Spring 2023, followed by the second season in Winter 2024 with 13 episodes. The Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Ya... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/iAoIzSx

Supporting Cast for 'Liar Game' Announced

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Shinobu Kaitani's Liar Game manga announces supporting cast and a key visual (pictured) on Friday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere at 12:00 a.m. on TV Tokyo, followed by BS TV Tokyo on April 7. Cast Teruyuki Eda: Yasutaka Tomioka (Dekin no Mogura) Takahiro Kikuzawa: Shouya Ishige (Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai shitemo Yoroshii deshou ka) Hiroto Kitamura: (Kowloon Generic Romance) Tetsuzou Satou: Tarou Kiuchi (Sakamoto Day... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/n72kQuK

'Akuyaku Reijou no Naka no Hito' Reveals Main Cast, Staff, Teaser Promo, 2027 Premiere

Production company Kadokawa opened an official website of Makiburo's Akuyaku Reijou no Naka no Hito (The Person in a Villainess) light novel confirmed the previously announced anime adaptation as a television anime on Friday, revealing the main cast, staff, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promotional video. The anime series will premiere in 2027. Voice actresses Miyuki Sawashiro (Yofukashi no Uta) and Rie Takahashi (Re:Zero kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu) are starring as Remilia Rose... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/59D71xc

Light Novel 'Isekai Tensei Soudouki' Gets TV Anime

Publishing company AlphaPolis opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Ryousen Takami's Isekai Tensei Soudouki (Multi-Mind Mayhem) novel on Friday, revealing the lead cast and a teaser visual (pictured). Voice actor Yuusuke Kobayashi (Nihon e Youkoso Elf-san.) is starring in the anime as Bard Cornelius. Takami began penning the novel on the Shousetsuka ni Narou website in 2013. AlphaPolis began publishing the novel with illustrations by Ririnra (Kami-tachi ni Hiroware... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/VNamB3F

'Snowball Earth' Reveals Additional Cast, Ending Theme, First Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Yuuhirou Tsujitsugu's Snowball Earth manga revealed additional cast, a key visual (pictured), the ending theme, and first promotional video on Thursday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere on April 3 at 11:30 p.m. on Nippon Television Network. Cast Nayuta Izumi: Kengo Kawanishi (Dr. Stone) Tamiya Sakurai: Tomohiro Ono (Tomodachi Game) Yuma Uzuki: Manami Narahira (Dance Dance Danseur) Otoichi Kinoe: Anna Nagase (Summertime Ren... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/dmoOPEt

'Ao Ashi Season 2' Reveals Main Staff, Teaser Promo for Fall 2026

The official website for the Ao Ashi television anime series revealed the main staff, teaser visual (pictured), and a teaser promotional video for the second season on Thursday. The anime sequel adapting Yuugo Kobayashi's sports manga is scheduled to premiere on NHK-E on October 4. Staff Director: Kazuki Yokoyama (Blue Lock episode director) NEW Series Composition: Masahiro Yokotani (Make Heroine ga Oosugiru!) Character Design: Manabu Nakatake (Ao Ashi), Asami Taguchi (Lupin Zero) NEW, Junk... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/FbIisQC

'Hokuto no Ken: Fist of the North Star' Unveils Additional Cast, Staff, Second Promo for Spring 2026

The official website for the Hokuto no Ken: Fist of the North Star television anime revealed supporting cast, staff, the opening theme, character visual for Rei (pictured), and a second promotional video on Thursday. The new anime adapting Buronson and Tetsuo Hara's action drama manga will premiere on April 11 at 1:00 a.m. on Tokyo MX and BS11. Amazon's Prime Video platform will stream the anime worldwide. Cast Rei: Yuuichi Nakamura (Jujutsu Kaisen) Mamiya: Ruriko Aoki (Megami no Caf&e... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/pmoUF0y

Manga 'Tensei Goblin dakedo Shitsumon Aru?' Gets TV Anime in Fall 2026

Entertainment company Hakuhodo DY Music & Pictures opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Nazuna Miki and Tsukasa Araki's Tensei Goblin dakedo Shitsumon Aru? (So What's Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin?) manga on Wednesday, revealing the main cast, staff, and a teaser visual (pictured). The anime series is scheduled to premiere in October 2026. Cast Akira Yagami: Kikunosuke Toya (Chainsaw Man) Karen: Youko Hikasa (High School DxD) Chloe: Azusa Tachiban... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/2qda6p0

'Saikyou no Ousama, Nidome no Jinsei wa Nani wo Suru? 2nd Season' Reveals Additional Cast Pair, Theme Songs, First Promo

The official X (formerly Twitter) account of the Saikyou no Ousama, Nidome no Jinsei wa Nani wo Suru? television anime revealed on Wednesday a pair of additional cast, a key visual (pictured), the theme songs, and first promotional video for the second season. The anime adapting TurtleMe's The Beginning After The End webtoon is scheduled to premiere on April 1 at 11:30 p.m. on AT-X, followed by Fuji TV, Kansai TV, Tokai TV, Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting, and Fukushima TV. Voice actors Ryou... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/E5ZveKf

Light Novel 'Game Sekai Tensei "Dankatsu": Gamer wa "Dungeon Shuukatsu no Susume" wo "Hajime kara" Play suru' Receives TV Anime Adaptation

Publishing company TO Books announced a television anime adaptation of Kaede Nishikigi's Game Sekai Tensei "Dankatsu": Gamer wa "Dungeon Shuukatsu no Susume" wo "Hajime kara" Play suru (Reincarnation in the Game World Dankatsu: Game Addict Plays "Encouragement for Job Hunting in Dungeons" from a "New Game") light novel on Wednesday, revealing an announcement visual (pictured above). Nishikigi originally began penning the action fantasy nove... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/U68POEI

'Samurai Champloo' Gets Live-Action Adaptation

Production company Tomorrow Studios (One Piece live-action) announced that they are working on a live-action adaptation of Samurai Champloo with the anime's director, Shinichirou Watanabe, attached to the project on Tuesday. The project is in early development. The 26-episode original television anime, produced by Manglobe, aired from Spring 2004 to Winter 2005. Geneon Entertainment originally licensed and released the anime in North America before Funimation relicensed it following the exp... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/9jPB5mY

'Diamond no Ace: Act II Second Season' Unveils Additional Cast, Staff, Theme Songs, Second Promo

The official website of the Diamond no Ace (Ace of Diamond) anime series revealed additional cast, staff, theme songs, and a second promotional video 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 on April 5. Toshiya Miyata (Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun 2 Part 2) is joining the cast as Koji Chimaru. Staff S... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/SMlRmGD

'Hinamatsuri' Creator's 'J⇔M' Manga Gets TV Anime

Production company Kadokawa announced a television anime adaptation of Masao Ohtake's J⇔M (JM) manga on Tuesday, revealing a celebratory visual (pictured). Ohtake began serializing the action comedy manga on Kadokawa's Harta Alternative and ComicWalker websites in May 2023. The sixth volume went on sale in October 2025, with the seventh volume scheduled for release on March 13. Kadokawa licensed the manga in English for digital release in February 2025. Synopsis J is a legendary h... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/XHGUyVx

'Sora wa Akai Kawa no Hotori' Unveils Main Cast, Additional Staff, Teaser Promo

The official website of the Sora wa Akai Kawa no Hotori (Red River) television anime revealed the main cast, additional staff, opening theme, and a teaser promotional video on Tuesday. The anime series adapting Chie Shinohara's adventure fantasy manga will air on NTV and BS NTV in July 2026. Cast Yuri Suzuki: Mirai Tachibana (Idoly Pride) Kail Mursili: Wataru Katou (Kimi no Koto ga Daidaidaidaidaisuki na 100-nin no Kanojo) Narrator, Himuro: Hiroki Nanami (Sengoku Youko) Staff Sound Director... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/IFXDC8V

'Mahou no Shimai Lulutto Lilly' Reveals Additional Cast, Staff, Ending Theme, Second Main Promo

The official website of the Mahou no Shimai Lulutto Lilly (Magical Sisters Lulutto Lilly) original television anime revealed additional cast staff, ending theme, and second main promotional video on Wednesday. The anime is scheduled to premiere for a split two-cour run at 10:30 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by broadcasts on ABC TV, BS NTV, and AT-X on April 5. Cast Keiichi Nonoyama: Jun Kasama (Silent Witch) Shio Nonoyama: Megumi Oohara (Doraemon) Mari Hinoura: Aya Endou (Hana wa Saku, Shura no Got... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/AbJ8CkH

'Aishiteru Game wo Owarasetai' Reveals Additional Cast, Staff, Theme Songs

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Yuuki Doumoto's Aishiteru Game wo Owarasetai (I Want to End This Love Game) manga revealed additional cast, staff, theme songs, and a key visual (pictured) on Monday. The anime will begin airing at 11:00 p.m. on Tokyo MX on April 14, followed by MBS and BS Asahi. Cast Wakana Asagi: Wakana Maruoka (Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san) Masaru Shinonome: Takehito Koyasu (Kimi wa Meido-sama.) Hinako Hanaba: Yui Ogur... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/4oYe65Q

Manga 'Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo' Ends Serialization

The 15th issue of Weekly Shounen Jump magazine published the 25th and final chapter of Gege Akutami and Yuuji Iwasaki's Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo manga on Monday. Akutami and Iwasaki began serializing the spin-off manga on the Weekly Shounen Jump Magazine in September 2025. Shueisha shipped the second volume on March 4 and will release the third and final volume on May 1. VIZ Media and Manga Plus are publishing the manga digitally in English. Akutami serialized Jujutsu Kaisen in Weekly Shounen... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/1kKgzGY

'Oni no Hanayome' Unveils Additional Cast, First Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Kureha's Oni no Hanayome (The Ogre's Bride) novel unveiled additional cast and the first promotional video on Sunday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere in 2026. Cast Karin Shinonome: Manaka Iwami ([Oshi no Ko]) Yota Kogetsu: Ryouta Oosaka (Hataraku Maou-sama!) Toko: Sayaka Senbongi (Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken) Tokichi Nekota: Natsuki Hanae (Kimetsu no Yaiba) Kazuhito Oomiya (Chou Shounen Tanteidan Neo) is directin... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/KazYQnd

'Kuroneko to Majo no Kyoushitsu' Unveils Supporting Cast, Second Main Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Yosuke Kaneda's Kuroneko to Majo no Kyoushitsu (The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch) manga revealed supporting cast and the second main promotional video on Sunday. The anime is scheduled to premiere for two consecutive cours at 11:30 p.m. on CBC and TBS' 28 broadcasting stations, followed by AT-X and BS12 on April 12. Cast Jeanne: Kana Hanazawa (Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei) Justice Libra: Show Hayami (Yasei no Last Boss... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/d1Wg4U0

'Dorohedoro Season 2' Reveals Additional Cast, Theme Songs, First Promo

The official website of the Dorohedoro anime series revealed additional cast members, theme songs, and a promotional video for the second season on Sunday. The new season adapting Q Hayashida's action fantasy manga will premiere on April 1 at 11:00 p.m. on multiple streaming platforms worldwide. Cast Dokuga: Kouki Uchiyama (Jujutsu Kaisen) Tetsujou: Daiki Hamano (Chainsaw Man) Saji: Tomokazu Koshimura Ton: Katsuhito Nomura (Garo: Honoo no Kokuin) Ushishimada: Atsushi Imaruoka (JoJo no Kimy... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/zSntAP5

RPG Game 'Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online' Receives Anime Special

Entertainment company Bandai Namco Filmworks announced a new anime special for the Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online game on Friday, revealing the cast members, staff, a teaser visual (pictured right) and a trailer. Subtitled Unanswered//butterfly, the special will be included with the ultimate and premium editions of the game, which launches July 9, and will also have a promotional screening event in Japan on May 9. Cast Emirun: Tomoyo Kurosawa (Akudama Drive) Rex: Kouki Uchiyama (Horimiya) K... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/FiW4Mgj

'Kujima Utaeba Ie Hororo' Reveals Additional Staff, Theme Songs, Main Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Akira Konno's Kujima Utaeba Ie Hororo (Kujima: Why Sing, When You Can Warble?) manga revealed additional staff, theme songs, and the main promotional video on Friday. The anime is scheduled to premiere at 10:30 p.m. on AT-X, followed by Tokyo MX, MBS, and BS-TBS on April 9. Staff Sub Character Design: Yuka Hashimori (High Card: The Flowers Bloom) Art Director: Hiroyuki Betsuyaku (Given Movie 3: Umi e) CG Director: Takuya Umeda Colo... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/YxftqUo

A-1 Pictures Adapts 'Bless' Manga for TV Anime in 2027

Production company Aniplex opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Yukino Sonoyama's Bless manga on Friday, revealing production staff and a teaser promotional video. The anime series will premiere in 2027. Staff Director: Shoutarou Kitamura (Make Heroine ga Oosugiru!) Assistant Director: Takayuki Kikuchi (Kaguya-sama wa Kokurasetai: Ultra Romantic episode director) (A-1 Pictures) Series Composition, Script: Fukurou Kamiza (Non Non Biyori Nonstop) Character Design: H... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/17KdOlv

Kadokawa to Open Studio One Base Anime Production Hub in Ikebukuro in Fall 2026

From left to right: Takeshi Kikuchi (Chief Studio Officer, Kadokawa Corporation), Miyuki Takagiwa (Mayor, Toshima City), Hidemi Waki (President and CEO, Sunshine City Corporation) Kadokawa will establish a large-scale anime production hub, Studio One Base, in Tokyo's Ikebukuro district in Fall 2026, as part of a broader effort to strengthen its animation production infrastructure and improve working conditions for creators. The facility will be located within the Sunshine City complex in T... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/rStbX56

'Tsue to Tsurugi no Wistoria Season 2' Reveals Additional Staff, Theme Songs, Main Promo

The official website for the second season of the Tsue to Tsurugi no Wistoria (Wistoria: Wand and Sword) television anime revealed additional staff, theme songs, main visual (pictured), and the main promotional video on Thursday. The anime series, adapting Fujino Omori and Toshi Aoi's action fantasy manga is scheduled to premiere at 4.30 p.m. on TBS' 28 affiliated stations on April 12. Staff Series Composition: Noboru Kimura (Ore dake Level Up na Ken) NEW Character Design, Chief Animat... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Bwyzlkm

'Iya na Kao sare nagara Opantsu Misete Moraitai Returns' Announces New Cast, Staff

The official website of the Iya na Kao sare nagara Opantsu Misete Moraitai Returns (I Want You To Show Me Your Panties With a Disgusted Face Returns) anime announced new cast and staff on Thursday. The anime sequel is scheduled to begin in April 2026. Cast Nanako Mita (Clumsy Maid): Kanae Itou (Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai) Kokoro Kisaragi (Gamer Girl): Hina Suguta (Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru) Mei Sakura (Student Council President): Natsumi Haruse (Medalist) Nene Alice (Con Cafe Staff): Rin... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/VGjy7xC

Twin Engine Acquires Animation Studio NUT, Strengthening Production and IP Development

Japanese animation production company Twin Engine has acquired animation studio NUT, bringing the studio behind titles such as Youjo Senki (Saga of Tanya the Evil) and Blue Giant into its growing production group as part of efforts to strengthen its studio-driven IP development model. The Tokyo-based company announced that it has obtained shares in NUT, formally adding the studio to the Twin Engine Group. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Twin Engine said the move is intend... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/dqrG2SH

'Gensou Suikoden' Reveals Additional Cast, First Promo for Fall 2026

The official website of Gensou Suikoden (Suikoden: The Anime) revealed additional cast and the first promotional video on Thursday. The anime series adapting Konami's fantasy role-playing game will begin airing in October 2026. Cast Luca Blight: Taku Yashiro (Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023)) Jillia Blight: Chika Anzai (Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun) Rowd: Akihiro Mine (Fate/strange Fake) Pilika: Tsukino Chikasada (Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu) Luc: Ayumu Murase (Black Cl... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/TrGui5x

Doga Kobo Produces 'Hone Dragon no Mana Musume' TV Anime Adaptation

Production company Kadokawa opened an official website for a television anime adaptation of Ichi Yukishiro's Hone Dragon no Mana Musume (The Skull Dragon's Precious Daughter manga on Wednesday, revealing the main staff and a teaser visual (pictured). Staff Director: Kuniyasu Nishina (Isekai Ojisan episode director) Series Composition: Yuka Yamada (Hoshifuru Oukoku no Nina) Character Design: Tomoya Atsumi (Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san animation director) Backg... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/8cRMSbk

Manga 'Kin to Tetsu' Receives TV Anime Adaptation

Production company VAP announced a television anime adaptation of Ayaka Katayama's Kin to Tetsu (Fungus and Iron) manga on Wednesday, revealing a teaser visual (pictured). Katayama began drawing the dystopian sci-fi suspense manga in Bessatsu Shounen Magazine in March 2021. Kodansha published the eighth volume in October 2025, with the ninth volume set to be released on April 9. Kodansha USA licensed the manga for digital release in English in January 2022 and published the eighth e-book vo... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/SRdkyg6

Kadokawa and Aniplex Form Animec Joint Venture to Strengthen Anime Film Distribution

Kadokawa and Aniplex have established a jointly funded film distribution company, Animec Inc., focused exclusively on the theatrical distribution and marketing of anime films. The new entity, formally named Animec—a portmanteau of "Anime" and "Cinema"—will specialize in distribution sales and promotional activities for animated features. The partners said the company is designed to maximize the value of anime titles through optimized release strategies ranging fr... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/n5D7oLf

'Nigashita Sakana wa Ookikatta ga Tsuriageta Sakana ga Ookisugita Ken' Unveils Supporting Cast, Ending Theme, Second Main Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Mayo Momoyo's Nigashita Sakana wa Ookikatta ga Tsuriageta Sakana ga Ookisugita Ken (The Fish I Missed Was Big, But I Caught Another Fish Was Too Big.) light novel unveiled supporting cast, the ending theme, and second main promotional video on Tuesday. The anime series is scheduled to premiere at 12:00 a.m. on Tokyo MX and BS11 on April 2. Cast Ireneo Marchei: Natsuki Hanae (Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru) Eleonora Caschari: Ka... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/ZYI5Cus

'Saikyou no Shokugyou wa Yuusha demo Kenja demo Naku Kanteishi (Kari) Rashii desu yo?' Reveals Supporting Cast, Ending Theme, Second Promo

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Atekichi's Saikyou no Shokugyou wa Yuusha demo Kenja demo Naku Kanteishi (Kari) Rashii desu yo? (The Strongest Job is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional)!) light novel unveiled supporting cast, ending theme, and a second promo on Tuesday. The anime series will premiere on April 4 at 10:00 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS Asahi and AT-X. Cast Tanya: Yurika Kubo (Seirei Gensouki) Bals: Taiten Kusunoki (Ene... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/z31HhpP

Hideaki Hatta, President of Kyoto Animation, Dies at 76

Hideaki Hatta, the longtime president and co-founder of Kyoto Animation, died on February 16, 2026, due to illness. He was 76. The studio announced his passing in an official statement, expressing deep gratitude for the support shown to him during his lifetime. Funeral services were held privately with family members, and the company requested that flowers, condolence money, and visits be respectfully declined. Hatta had led Kyoto Animation for more than four decades since its formal establishme... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/YZBv0jx

'Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken' Fourth Season Unveils Production Staff, Theme Songs, First Promo

The official website for the Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken (That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime) anime series revealed the production staff, key visual (pictured), theme songs, and a promotional video for the fourth season on Tuesday. The first two of five planned cours are scheduled to begin broadcast on April 3 at 11:00 p.m. on NTV's Friday Anime Night programming block, followed by BS11. Staff Director: Naokatsu Tsuda (JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken (TV)) NEW Assistant Director: Kenji Yas... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/Rm4NQ8y

'Mao' Reveals Additional Cast, Ending Theme, First Promo, 2 Consecutive Cours

The special livestream presentation for the television anime adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi's Mao manga revealed additional cast, the ending theme, a key visual (pictured), and first promotional video on Monday. The anime series will run for two consecutive cours beginning April 4 at 11:45 p.m. on NHK G. Cast Otoya: Momoka Terasawa (Make Heroine ga Oosugiru!) Uozumi Funa: Motoko Kumai (Cardcaptor Sakura) Tenko: Youko Hikasa (High School DxD) Shiranei: Kazuyuki Okitsu (Fruits Basket 1st Sea... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/CNUn8ja

Media Do Acquires Seven Seas, Expanding North American Publishing Presence

Media Do has agreed to acquire 100% of the equity of Seven Seas Entertainment, making the North American manga publisher a consolidated subsidiary as the Japanese e-book distributor accelerates its global expansion strategy. The transaction will be executed through Media Do's U.S. subsidiary, Media Do International, with closing scheduled for March 1, 2026. The acquisition price is set at approximately US$80 million (approximately 12.4 billion yen), with additional contingent consideration... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/dLyv1He

'Ponkotsu Fuuki Iin to Skirt-take ga Futekisetsu na JK no Hanashi' Unveils Additional Cast Pair, Theme Songs, First Promo

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 revealed additional cast, key visual (pictured), theme songs, and a promotional video on Monday. The anime series adapting Takuma Yokota's school romcom manga is scheduled to begin broadcast on April 6 at 11:30 p.m. on Tokyo MX, followed by BS Asahi and AT-X. Voice actors... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/5A8Sctn

'Honzuki no Gekokujou: Ryoushu no Youjo' Announces Additional Cast

The official website for the television anime adaptation of Miya Kazuki's Honzuki no Gekokujou: Shisho ni Naru Tame ni wa Shudan wo Erandeiraremasen (Ascendance of a Bookworm: I'll Do Anything to Become a Librarian!) light novel announced seven additional cast members for the fourth season, Ryoushu no Youjo (Adopted Daughter of an Archduke), on Monday. The anime is scheduled to premiere on April 4 at 5:30 p.m. on Yomiuri TV, followed by Nippon TV Network, Tokyo MX, and AT-X. Cast Geor... from News - MyAnimeList https://ift.tt/0McTJ5D