Kenji Iwaisawa, celebrated for his indie rock anime movie ON-GAKU: Our Sound, is back in the director’s seat with a new project that promises just as much visual and narrative flair. 100M (Hyakuemu), an upcoming anime film, has revealed its cast, composer, and debut date in a newly released teaser. Here’s everything we know about
The anime film Look Back, directed by Kiyotaka Oshiyama, has been awarded Best Animation of the Year at the 34th Annual Japan Movie Critics Awards. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Tokyo on June 9, 2025. A Story of Passion and Creation Look Back is based on a one-shot manga by Tatsuki
Takeshobo, a well-known Japanese publisher, is expanding its reach to English-speaking audiences by digitally releasing six new manga titles. This exciting announcement promises to bring a diverse range of stories to fans eager for fresh content. Let’s dive into the details of what’s coming! A Digital Manga Bonanza Takeshobo’s move to digitally release these manga
The gripping manga series A Mother’s Love, A Daughter’s Prison (Haha to Iu Jubaku, Musume to Iu Rougoku) has reached its conclusion. The final chapter, the 30th in the series, was released on April 19, 2025, on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket service. This poignant story, originally penned by Aya Saitou and adapted into manga form by
As of late April 2025, the Japanese box office is seeing a mix of familiar favorites and new contenders vying for the top spot. The latest “Detective Conan” film continues its impressive run, while a live-action adaptation of “Ya Boy Kongming!” has just entered the charts. Here’s a closer look at the current box office
Waka Takase’s delightful manga series, Mii-chan Wants to Be Kept (Mī-chan wa Kawaretai), is set to conclude in the upcoming issue of Shueisha’s Ultra Jump magazine, scheduled for release on May 19, 2025. This heartwarming and quirky story about a man and a cat-girl has captured the hearts of readers since its debut in March
The upcoming original anime film, The Last Blossom, also known as Housenka in Japan, has revealed its main cast, composers, and a premiere window in Fall 2025. A teaser trailer and visuals have been released, offering a glimpse into the poignant story directed by Baku Kinoshita and written by Kazuya Konomoto, the creative duo behind
The upcoming anime adaptation of Riku Nanano’s “Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter” (公女殿下の家庭教師, Kōjo Denka no Kateikyōshi) has announced the addition of Kana Hanazawa to its cast. Hanazawa will be voicing the character Felicia Fosse, adding another layer of talent to the already stellar lineup. The anime is slated to premiere in July 2025,
The popular IDOLiSH7 franchise is celebrating its 10th anniversary with exciting news for fans! A theatrical compilation film of the first season of the anime, titled IDOLiSH7 First Beat! Theatrical Compilation, is set to be released in two parts. This announcement is part of a larger wave of IDOLiSH7 activity, including a fourth season of
Studio 4°C, renowned for its visually stunning and innovative anime productions, is gearing up to release its latest feature film, “ChaO.” This enchanting tale of love and cultural collision between a human and a mermaid princess is slated to premiere in Japanese theaters on August 15, 2025. The studio has been secretly working on this