Get ready, anime and manga fans! The first week of June 2025 is bringing a fresh wave of exciting releases to North America. From highly anticipated manga volumes to captivating anime Blu-rays, there’s something for everyone to dive into. Let’s take a look at the highlights.
Anime Releases
Here’s a breakdown of the anime titles making their way to North American audiences this week:
I☆CHU: Halfway Through The Idol (Blu-ray)
- Publisher: Anime Limited
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Delve into the world of aspiring idols with this exciting release.
The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behavior (Blu-ray)
- Publisher: Sentai Filmworks
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Experience the quirky and heartwarming story of life in a unique boarding house.
Log Horizon Season 1 (Blu-ray)
- Publisher: Crunchyroll
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Revisit the isekai adventure that captivated fans with its strategic gameplay and world-building.
Log Horizon Season 2 (Blu-ray)
- Publisher: Crunchyroll
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Continue the journey with Shiroe and his companions as they navigate the challenges of their new reality.
Log Horizon: Destruction of the Round Table (Blu-ray)
- Publisher: Crunchyroll
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Witness the latest chapter in the Log Horizon saga as the adventurers face new threats and uncover deeper mysteries.
Pigtails & Other Short Stories – Short Film Anthology (Blu-ray)
- Publisher: Anime Limited
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Enjoy a collection of captivating animated short films.
Tokyo Marble Chocolate (Blu-ray)
- Publisher: Anime Limited
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Experience a heartwarming and bittersweet romance in this charming anime film.
Manga Releases
Manga fans, prepare your shelves! Here are the manga volumes hitting stores this week:
Attack on Titan: FLY Collector’s Box Set GN 35 (Hardcover)
- Publisher: Kodansha USA
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: A must-have for Attack on Titan enthusiasts, this collector’s box set features a hardcover edition of volume 35.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex GN 2
- Publisher: Viz Media
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: The Boruto saga continues with new challenges and adventures for the next generation of ninja.
The Bugle Call: Song of War GN 1
- Publisher: Viz Media
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Immerse yourself in a story of war, music, and resilience.
Crossplay Love: Otaku x Punk GN 12
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Follow the evolving relationship between an otaku and a punk rocker in this heartwarming series.
DAN DA DAN GN 13
- Publisher: Viz Media
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Get ready for more supernatural battles and comedic moments in this thrilling series.
Desperate March for Love GN
- Publisher: Yen Press
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: A story filled with twists, turns, and unexpected romance.
Dr. Stone GN 27
- Publisher: Yen Press
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Science and adventure collide as Senku and his friends continue their quest to rebuild civilization.
The Dungeon of Black Company GN 12
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Dive deeper into the dark and comedic world of Kinji Ninomiya’s adventures in the dungeon.
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity GN 7
- Publisher: Kodansha USA
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: A tale of romance and self-discovery.
The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses GN 12
- Publisher: Square Enix
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: A sweet and charming story about a boy who helps the girl he likes, who keeps forgetting her glasses.
Hell is Dark with No Flowers GN 2
- Publisher: Yen Press
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Explore the darker side of humanity in this thought-provoking series.
I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class GN 2
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: Witness the unlikely romance between two classmates who initially despise each other.
I Hear the Sunspot: Four Seasons GN 3
- Publisher: One Peace Books
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: A heartwarming story about connection and understanding.
Imitation Play GN
- Publisher: Tokyopop
- Release Date: June 3
- Synopsis: A captivating story of identity, deception, and self-discovery.
Other Notable Manga Releases for June 3, 2025
- A Sign of Affection 11
- A Star Brighter than the Sun Volume 2
- A White Rose in Bloom Volume 4
- Adachi and Shimamura (Light Novel) Volume 99.9
- Attack on Titan 35: FLY Collector’s Box Set
- Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Volume 2
- Crossplay Love: Otaku x Punk Volume 12
- Dandadan Volume 13
- Date A Live Volume 14 (light novel): Planet Mukuro
- Desperate March for Love
- Dr. STONE Volume 27
- Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (The Comic / Manhua) Volume 10
- Hell Is Dark with No Flowers Volume 2
- I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class Volume 2
- I’m the Villainess, So I’m Taming the Final Boss Volume 10 (light novel)
- Initial D Omnibus 6 (Vol. 11-12)
- Kaiju No. 8 Volume 13
- Kill Blue Volume 1
- Killer Shark in Another World Volume 4
- King’s Proposal Volume 6 (light novel): The Silver Fairy
- Legend of Exorcism: Tianbao Fuyao Lu (Novel) Volume 2
- Let’s Do It Already! Volume 5
- Lout of Count’s Family (Novel) Volume 4
- Loved by Two Fiancés Volume 3
- Marriage Toxin Volume 7
- MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM THE ORIGIN MSD Cucuruz Doan’s Island 5
- My Hero Academia Volume 41
- My Kitten is a Picky Eater Volume 4
- Natsume Wants to be Trained
- One Piece (Omnibus Edition) Volume 35
- Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn Volume 20
- Rainbow Days Volume 16
- Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Volume 27 (light novel)
- Reborn to Master the Blade: From Hero-King to Extraordinary Squire Volume 6 (light novel)
- Roar: A Star in the Abyss 1
Anticipated Anime Series Beyond June
Looking ahead, here are a few anime series to keep on your radar in the coming months:
- Dan Da Dan Season 2: Expected to continue the supernatural adventures.
- Kaiju No. 8 Season 2: The highly anticipated return of Kafka Hibino’s fight against kaiju.
- My Hero Academia Season 8: The final season of the beloved superhero anime.
- Sakamoto Days Part 2: More action-packed episodes are on the horizon.
- Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 4: The romantic comedy continues with new developments.
- Dr. Stone Science Future Part 2: Senku’s scientific journey progresses.
Final Thoughts
The first week of June 2025 is packed with exciting anime and manga releases. Whether you’re a fan of action-packed adventures, heartwarming romances, or thought-provoking dramas, there’s something new to discover. Be sure to check out these releases and add them to your collection!
