In the vibrant, ever-evolving landscape of North American anime and manga, a new week unfurls, bringing with it a fresh wave of captivating stories and cherished continuations. Just as the tide pulls back to reveal unexplored shores, so too does this mid-July period unveil a treasure trove for fans, from thrilling Blu-ray debuts to highly anticipated new manga volumes that promise to redefine literary horizons.
Anime Home Video Releases (July 13-19, 2025)
The week of July 13-19, 2025, marked a notable period for physical media collectors, with several key anime titles making their debut on Blu-ray. Fans eager to add their favorite series to their home libraries had a focused selection to consider.
July 15, 2025: Blu-ray Debuts
Several significant anime collections hit shelves on July 15th, offering a mix of long-running favorites and complete series for dedicated fans.
- Naruto Shippūden Set 7 BD (Viz Media): This release continued the popular ninja saga, allowing fans to own a piece of the sprawling Naruto Shippūden narrative in high definition.
- Romeo’s Blue Skies BD (AnimEigo): A classic from Nippon Animation’s World Masterpiece Theater series, Romeo’s Blue Skies made its North American Blu-ray debut. This three-disc collection, featuring all 33 episodes in both original 4:3 SD and HD widescreen, marked a significant milestone as the first of its kind from the acclaimed animation studio to be released on video in the United States.
- The World God Only Knows: Ultimate Collection BD (Sentai Filmworks): For those who enjoy a blend of romance, comedy, and supernatural elements, this ultimate collection provided a comprehensive package of the popular series.
While some other highly anticipated Crunchyroll Blu-ray releases like Solo Leveling Season 1, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Season 1, and Re:Monster – The Complete Season are slated for July 22, 2025, these titles fall just outside the July 13-19 window.
Streaming Anime Highlights (July 13-19, 2025)
Beyond physical releases, the streaming landscape also saw key updates, with new seasons and major animated features continuing or premiering, captivating audiences across various platforms.
Mid-July Series Continuations and Premieres
The summer 2025 anime season continued to deliver fresh content, with some series making their appearance within or around the specified week.
- Sakamoto Days Part 2 (July 14, 2025): Fans of action and comedy could delve back into the world of the legendary hitman turned convenience store owner.
- Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death movie (July 17, 2025): This film provided a cinematic experience for one of the most popular contemporary anime franchises, exploring pivotal backstory elements.
- Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 (July 19, 2025): The highly anticipated second season of Kaiju No. 8 launched, continuing the adventures of Kafka Hibino in his fight against monstrous threats. This season is expected to adapt the Weapon Arc completely, along with the Compatible User Arc and Cataclysms Arc.
Other notable July 2025 anime streaming releases, though not strictly within the July 13-19 window, include new seasons of popular shows like Reborn as a Vending Machine, Now I Wander the Dungeon Season 2 (July 2), Dan Da Dan Season 2 (July 3), My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 (July 5), Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 4 (July 5), The Summer Hikaru Died (July 5), Gachiakuta (July 6), Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 (July 9), and Dr. Stone Science Future Part 2 (July 10).
North American Manga Releases (July 13-19, 2025)
The manga market flourished during this period, with a substantial number of new volumes and series debuts from a wide array of publishers. Collectors had a busy week adding to their collections.
July 15, 2025: Print Manga Dominates
Tuesday, July 15th, was a particularly robust day for print manga releases, with numerous titles across various genres hitting stores.
- The 13th Footprint Graphic Novel (GN) 1 (hardcover) (Yen Press): A new hardcover graphic novel to kick off a series.
- After God GN 5 (Viz Media): The ongoing series continued with its fifth volume.
- BLUELOCK -Episode Nagi- GN 4 (Kodansha USA): A spin-off from the popular soccer manga BLUELOCK, focusing on the character Nagi.
- The Blue Wolves of Mibu GN 6 (Kodansha USA): Another continuation from Kodansha USA.
- Brain Damage GN (hardcover) (Fantagraphics): A unique hardcover graphic novel offering.
- The Brilliant Healer’s New Life in the Shadows GN 1 (Yen Press): A brand-new series for fantasy and slice-of-life fans.
- The Climber GN 2 (Viz Media): The second volume of this acclaimed mountaineering manga.
- Contrast GN (Seven Seas): A new offering from Seven Seas Entertainment.
- Corpse Blade GN 3 (Titan): The third installment in this series.
- Gazing at the Star Next Door GN 6 (Kodansha USA): Another volume in this popular series.
- Guilty Smile GN 3 (Seven Seas): A continuation of the Guilty Smile manga.
- I Was Sold Dirt Cheap, But My Power Level Is Off the Charts GN 4 (One Peace Books): The fourth volume in this action-packed series.
- I’m in Love with the Older Girl Next Door GN 2 (Seven Seas): The second volume of this romantic comedy.
- IDOL x IDOL STORY! GN 2 (Seven Seas): Continuing the idol-centric narrative.
- Imaizumi Brings All the Gals to His House GN 3 (Seven Seas): Another volume in this comedic series.
- Into the Deepest, Most Unknowable Dungeon GN 11 (Seven Seas): The eleventh volume of this dungeon-crawling adventure.
- Kaya-chan Isn’t Scary GN 2 (Seven Seas): The second volume of this intriguing series.
- Kei x Yaku: Bound by Law GN 7 (Kodansha USA): A continuation of the popular Boys’ Love (BL) series.
- Kemono Jihen GN 17 (Seven Seas): The seventeenth volume in the supernatural detective series.
- Magic Knight Rayearth Part 2 GN 1 (Kodansha USA): The first volume of the second part of the classic Magic Knight Rayearth series.
- One-Punch Man Volume 31 (Viz Media): The latest installment of the global phenomenon.
- Gushing Over Magical Girls (Kodansha USA): This series also saw a release around this time.
- Tower Dungeon Volume 1 (Kodansha USA): A new dark fantasy series.
- Vagabond Definitive Edition 3 (Viz Media): The third definitive edition of the historical samurai epic.
July 16, 2025: New Publisher Debuts
Manga Mavericks Books and Red String Manga, two new North American publishers, expanded their catalogs with three additional manga titles, launching on July 16th. These titles are also available for pre-order from the Manga Mavericks Books website.
- Now No One Lurks Beneath the Snow (Manga Mavericks Books/Red String Manga): A queer self-discovery drama by Aneido.
- The Murderer and Her Runaway Desire (Manga Mavericks Books/Red String Manga): A yuri psycho-horror title.
- Senpai no Kohai (Manga Mavericks Books/Red String Manga): A yuri office romance.
This week showcased the continued growth and diversity of the North American anime and manga market, offering a robust selection for fans to explore and enjoy.
