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The second season of the new Ranma 1/2 adaptation is closer than expected! A new trailer released today confirms that the Rumiko Takahashi classic will return to Netflix in October 2025 , featuring several new and returning cast members. The first trailer for the second season shows the arrival of fan-favorites like Shampoo's childhood friend Mousse, Ranma's new okonomiyaki-slinging fiancée Ukyo, and many more: Ranma 1/2 Season 2 Trailer There's also a subtitled version from Netflix: Related: Ranma 1/2 Anime Releases New Music Video for Classic Character Song With these many new character appearances come, of course, several new cast announcements. Once again, the cast will be a mix of voice actors from the original 1989 anime and new arrivals. And in some cases, even the returning actors are in new roles! Joining the cast for season 2 will be: Mousse: Toshihiko Seki (returning voice actor) Ukyo Kuonji: Kaori Nazuka (Suirei in The Apothecary Diaries...

The second season of the new Ranma 1/2 adaptation is closer than expected! A new trailer released today confirms that the Rumiko Takahashi classic will return to Netflix in October 2025 , featuring several new and returning cast members. The first trailer for the second season shows the arrival of fan-favorites like Shampoo's childhood friend Mousse, Ranma's new okonomiyaki-slinging fiancee Ukyo, and many more: Ranma 1/2 Season 2 Trailer Related: Ranma 1/2 Anime Releases New Music Video for Classic Character Song With these many new character appearances come, of course, several new cast announcements. Once again, the cast will be a mix of voice actors from the original 1989 anime and new arrivals. And in some cases, even the returning actors are in new roles! Joining the cast for season 2 will be: Mousse: Toshihiko Seki (returning voice actor) Ukyo Kuonji: Kaori Nazuka (Suirei in The Apothecary Diaries ) Cologne: Ako Mayama (Fortune Teller in...

At long last, One Piecemight finally be giving Dragon a new and improved voice actor. With One Piece having been around for almost 30 years, many of the voice actors will have to be replaced for one reason or another; Franky’s original voice actor, Kazuki Yao, recently retired due to age, and dozens of others have been replaced after tragically passing due to sickness or old age, as well.

Of all the One Piece voice actors failing due to age, however, there’s no clearer example than Monkey D. Dragon’s voice actor, Hidekatsu Shibata. Shibata is now approaching 90, and many fans have complained about how unfitting his elderly voice is for Dragon. That might be changing, however, as recent One Piece episodes suggest that Monkey D. Dragon will be voiced by Kazuhiko Inoue, best known for voicing Kakashi in Naruto; it’s not as cut and dried as people might think,...

There is no doubt that Shinichiro Watanebe’s upcoming Lazarus anime is one of the most anticipated Spring 2025 debuts, possibly the biggest one among the list (excluding returning shows). It’s been a while since Watanabe made an anime after scoring hits with Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo, and with his track record, the fans are excited.

And while the production suffered a large hiatus, we now know that the anime is premiering on April 6, 2025 and to hype us up even more, the opening video for the anime has just been released.

Related: Shinichiro Watanabe’s ‘Lazarus’ Anime Adds 14 Cast Members

Before we continue, here is the Op video:

Kamasi Washington is performing the opening theme, “Vortex,” whose instrumental and ambient-focused nature reminds us of Watanabe’s previous work. On top of that, the series’ style is very similar to Cowboy Bebop, which is something the fans will appreciate.

The...

With just under a month to go until its grand debut, Shinichiro Watanabe's new anime Lazarus is adding more voice actors to its cast— fourteen more, to be precise. Who will they be playing? That's a surprise for later! Joining the cast of the action series are: Yuichi Nakamura (Satoru Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen ) Tomokazu Sugita (Taro Sakamoto in Sakamoto Days ) Shoya Chiba (Akihiko Nirei in Wind Breaker ) Neeko (Reborn in Reborn! ) Daisuke Ono (Sebastian Michaelis in Black Butler ) Kazuhiko Inoue (Kakashi Hatake in Naruto ) Satoshi Hino (Momonga in Overlord ) Sumire Uesaka (Lum in Urusei Yatsura 2022) Hidenori Takahashi (Konohamaru Sarutobi in Boruto: Naruto Next Generations ) Koki Uchiyama (Gen Narumi in Kaiju No. 8 ) Kensho Ono (Tetsuya Kuroko in Kuroko's Basketball ) Aoi Tada (Radical Ed in Cowboy Bebop ) Ayane Sakura (Ochaco Uraraka in My Hero Academia ) Yoshiko Sakakibara (Queen Nehelenia in Sailor Moon Sailor Stars ) Each voice actor's role...

Shinichiro Watanabe, best known as the creator of Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo, has a new anime coming out next month, as Mappa is preparing for the release of Lazarus. The anime has attracted a lot of attention, as fans of Watanabe’s work are looking forward to seeing this new story.

As we have reported earlier, the series will premiere on Adult Swim’s Toonami programming block on April 5 at 12:00 a.m. Edt, and will be available on Max the next day. In Japan, the series will premiere on TV Tokyo and its affiliates on April 6 at 11:45 p.m. and will also stream on various platforms.

But, while the premiere date is getting closer, Mappa is providing us with additional information, as 14 new cast members for the upcoming series have been revealed. Their roles are, as of the time of writing, unknown, but we have the full list of names for you.

Endings are a crucial part of any story. No matter how good an anime is, a poorly chosen ending can upset viewers and leave them unsatisfied. Even worse, a bad ending can sour the audience on the entire anime, making them hate the franchise even if they've enjoyed every episode up until that final one. The shonen genre is notorious for this, as due to the nature of the anime industry, many shows get forced to continue until they run out of momentum, eventually ending with a half-hearted whimper rather than a bang.

Thankfully, several shonen series have been able to stick the landing, giving audiences an ending that complements what has come before and rounds off the story in a way that leaves viewers satisfied and fulfilled. But which of these legendary endings is the best?

Yu Yu Hakusho Has a Charming Ending That Gives the Audience What They...

Anne of Green Gables is a children's novel by L.M. Montgomery about a little orphan girl named Anne. Her story begins when she accidentally gets sent to, and adopted by, the Cuthberts of Prince Edward Island. The novel is the first in a classic series which grows with the protagonist.

Many people across the world adore Anne Shirley for her bright, creative mind, humor, and fine feelings, which capture both the heartbreak and whimsy of childhood. Shojo fans and Anne of Green Gables fans alike were pleased to hear an announcement from Crunchyroll about a new shojo anime adaptation of L.M. Montgomery's book. Between press releases, promotional images, and information released about the anime's source materials, there's a lot to surmise about what this new series will entail.

Anne Shirley Isn't the First Anne of Green Gables Anime Adaptation Anne Shirley Is Beloved in Japan & Canada

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It’s no secret that 2025 is a big year. With some highly anticipated Marvel movies, the return of one of the most iconic rom-com movie series, Bridget Jones, or even controversial projects such as Disney’s Snow White, this year is nothing short of a cinematic rollercoaster. The excitement for something new is here, but who doesn’t sometimes just long for a childhood classic? Even better, a childhood classic with a modern take?

The Answer Studio, which is known for beloved anime productions such as Suzume and Your Name, is delivering just that. The announcement by the Japanese production company that dear Anne will return to the screens in the TV anime Anne Shirley has already brought back the spark. It would be very Anne-coded to leave any information regarding the surrounding news up to the imagination, but instead, let’s take a look at everything we know about...

Sung Jinwoo gained the Shadow Extraction ability at the end of Solo Leveling's first season, and if given the opportunity, Jinwoo could use it to turn some of anime's strongest characters into Shadows. These Shadows fight on Jinwoo's behalf, but he can only turn other living beings into Shadows by killing them first. That said, there are limitations, so it would be best for Jinwoo to target powerful human characters.

These characters may be human, but most possess superhuman abilities that they should still keep, even after becoming Shadows. These characters can help Jinwoo fight the Monarchs, Dungeon monsters and other Hunters. Some of these characters are strong enough to take on S-Rank opponents and Monarchs on their own. Jinwoo's Shadows can regenerate, so as long as he has mana, he can keep summoning them.

Akame from Akame ga Kill! Is A Master Assassin With A Cursed Sword Streaming on...

A major reason for anime's explosive growth over the past two decades is the presence of iconic franchises like Dragon Ball. The Dragon Ball manga and anime have inspired other creators, such as Masashi Kishimoto and Eiichiro Oda, who made Naruto and One Piece, respectively. Dragon Ball, which follows the adventures of the all-powerful Saiyan known as Son Goku, has been a mainstay in the anime medium since it debuted in the 1980s.

Goku's reputation as anime's strongest character is well-deserved — he's literally earned the status of a Super Saiyan God by the events of Dragon Ball Super, placing him on equal footing with various Gods of Destruction. Still, there are several other characters within the medium who, either through sheer power or savvy strategy, could defeat Goku in one-on-one combat.

Updated on February 12, 2025, by Ariadne Night: In the years since Goku first rose to hero status, there has...

2025 is a year full of anime anniversaries. Several beloved anime released in 2000 are now turning 25 this year, which is kind of hard to believe. So much time has passed since these beloved classics were first released, but at least streaming services make it easy to watch the anime fans had loved these past 25 years.

For fans who are feeling a wave of nostalgia, there's no time like the present to re-watch old favorites and treasure the memories of first seeing these anime series and films. These anime may be 25 years old now, but that doesn't mean they've lost their worth since they first aired. If anything, they've gotten better with time.

Mechs Enter the Taisho Period in Sakura Wars Streaming on Hidive

Sakura Wars is a steampunk multimedia series that first began with the Sega Saturn game in 1996. The first Sakura Wars anime adaptation was released in April 2000. The series...

As one of the most popular anime and manga brands in the world, it makes sense that Naruto would have a plethora of collaborations. One of the most unexpected, and potentially the tastiest, involves a fast food icon where even the next homage can have it his way.

A new collaboration between Burger King and Naruto is taking France by storm, with marketing even reflecting this with a cheeky name change for the restaurant. Featuring new menus based around both Naruto and Sasuke, the deal is set to unleash "Whopper no Jutsu" on legions of hungry fans. There's also exclusive swag to be had, making the culinary crossover a dream come true that will make even the most ardent deniers "believe it."

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From the anime series to real life, Naruto's adventures are set to continue with first-look...

Featuring "Choose!!!" by Cidergirl and a rendition of "Matsuken Samba II" by cast members Kazuhiko Inoue and M・A・O, respectively, creditless versions of From Burueaucrat to Villainess: Dad's Been Reincarnated 's opening and ending song sequences are now available to watch below. From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad's Been Reincarnated! Opening Video From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad's Been Reincarnated! Ending Video Related: Even Given the Worthless "Appraiser" Class, I'm Actually the Strongest Anime Releases Creditless Opening, Ending Song Videos Based on the manga by Michiro Ueyama, Tetsuya Takeuchi directs From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad's Been Reincarnated! at studio Ajia-do, with series composition by Shingo Irie ( Afterlost ), character designs by Haruka Matsunae ( Ascendance of a Bookworm Season 3) and music by Natsumi Tabuchi, Misaki Tsuchida, Tsugumi Tanaka, Kaho Sawada and Reiko Abe. Hidive describes the story: After being struck by a car, 52-year-old civil servant Kenzaburou Tondabayashi finds himself reincarnated as the...

Not all anime need more than twelve episodes to tell a story. Some, despite their short length, manage to portray beautiful stories of any genre with limited episode counts. These anime prove that it's not the number of episodes that matters, but rather the quality of these episodes.

Nearly all anime genres have at least a few series where there are only twelve episodes. Even so, the series' characters can still experience layered growth and development, while the plot naturally progresses and culminates in a satisfying ending. A few anime may have sequel seasons on the horizon, but for the time being, these are accomplished anime with only a dozen episodes to their names.

Updated on January 6, 2025 by Robbie Robinson: Sometimes, the best anime are those that are the shortest. Not every anime enjoyer wants to dive into a 600+ episode series. While short anime will leave viewers hungry for more,...

Shojo is a unique anime demographic that caters to young female audiences. Unlike its counterpart, shonen, shojo focuses less on action or adventure and more on character-driven stories. Shojo are often rich with emotion and usually possess greater depth than the typical anime series. There’s a strong emphasis on interpersonal relationships that lead to some very dramatic story arcs.

The shojo demographic is well-known for its heightened drama that stirs the soul and tugs at the heartstrings. These thrilling stories tend to revolve around romance, friendship, and personal growth, though they can also get much darker at times. Shojo anime aren’t afraid to delve into some heavy subjects, and many don’t hold back on these topics. From tales of deceit to heartbreaking stories of abuse, shojo’s most dramatic series are some of the most impactful in all of anime.

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Naruto fans will soon be able to experience their favorite anime in real life, with its upcoming theme park now revealing first-look concept art ahead of its opening in 2026.

French theme park Parc Spirou Provence revealed a new look at the upcoming Naruto theme park, set to open at some point in 2026. It features the Zamperla company's 75 km/h Family Thrill Launch Coaster, which spans the entire park, as well as nods to the Naruto anime like the Hokage's residence and stone faces, all of which can be seen in the new artwork below.

Related Naruto's Most Iconic Ninjas Get New Blind Box Figures With Just 8% Win Rate

Some of the most iconic ninjas from Naruto Shippuden get a new blind box figure set, with the odds of securing the rarest capped at just 8%.

Naruto Overseas Theme Park Reveals New Concept Art Ahead of Opening in 2026

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Some of the most beloved and iconic ninjas from Naruto Shippuden have received a new collection of blind box figures for fans, with the odds of securing one of the rarest of them capped at just 8%.

Via a press release, Pop Mart has launched a new blind box collaboration inspired by the popular Naruto Shippuden series. The Naruto Ninkai Taisen Series Figures collection includes 10 different characters, featuring their forms and outfits from the Fourth Shinobi World War. Characters include Naruto Uzumaki in his Kurama Mode and Sage Mode combined form, Sasuke Uchiha, two versions of Sakura Haruno, Kakashi Hatake, Itachi Uchiha, Obito Uchiha, Madara Uchiha, Hashirama Senju and a secret edition of Kaguya Otsutsuki. A single figure retails for $16.99, although fans can get the whole set for $203.88.

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Natsume Yuujinchou fans have something special to look forward to this coming June. The very first video game based on the beloved Natsume's Book of Friends anime and manga franchise was recently announced, alongside a release date for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.

Per Oricon, Developer Toydium and publisher Bushiroad Games' Natsume Yuujinchou: Hazuki no Shirushi will arrive on Nintendo Switch and PC in Japan on June 5, 2025. Players will assume the role of series protagonist Takashi Natsume in the upcoming adventure video game, spending their summer vacation in the same world while hanging out with classmates, helping out their family and listening to the various troubles of visiting yokai. The game promises an emotional original story that weaves in several of the iyashikei franchise's most memorable characters, all set against a backdrop filled with beauty and nostalgia. The game's debut trailer can be seen below.

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Shojo is one of anime’s oldest and most influential demographics and plays host to many iconic classics that have changed the medium as fans know it. The most popular shojo series have defined each generation and are beloved by anime fans of all kinds. Titles such as Ouran High School Host Club, Maid-sama!, and Sailor Moon have kept the shojo demographic alive even during its period of steady decline. But while there’s no denying that these shojo classics are some of the best out there and well worth the hype, they overshadow other old-school titles.

The ’90s and 2000s were a peak time for shojo anime, with many of the most iconic series coming from those eras. However, shojo is an expansive demographic that extends as far back as the ‘60s and ‘70s. With such a large catalog, it’s only natural that many great series have faded into obscurity.

One of the best things about shonen anime is the broad appeal, with fans ranging from elementary school kids to teenagers and adults in their 20s and beyond. By default, shonen anime is meant for young male audiences, but anyone of any age may appreciate it, and shonen only gets better with age. Plenty of Millennial and older Gen Z anime fans, for example, are getting more out of these series than they did as kids.

That's because the best shonen anime series are deeper than they seem at first pass. Such anime series are balanced so they are easy for younger audiences to follow, while offering serious personal and thematic depth for older audiences to absorb. It's true that kids and teens may get the basic idea of those deep themes, but fans in their 20s and 30s will think even more deeply about the messages in shonen anime...

This article touches on only a few reasons why each fandom described is toxic, and it is not a critique of any anime mentioned.

A "fandom" is a term used for a sizable collective of people who've fallen in love with the same piece of media, and getting involved in one is an excellent way for fans to gather and share ideas as well as gush about their favorite characters. It's an experience that can give many a sense of camaraderie and belonging. A good deal of mainstream anime — like Naruto, One Piece, and Dragon Ball—can raise communities large enough to overflow a city. But, unfortunately, fandom toxicity becomes an inevitable occurrence because of the sheer number of people partaking in discussions centered on a subject of passion.

Fans can be passionate; it's as simple as that. And there is nothing wrong with loving a work of fiction so ardently.

The vast majority of anime tends to focus on humans and their extraordinary or mundane lives. While human-oriented anime can be captivating, many people find themselves wanting to watch shows that revolve around the adorable creatures who occupy the homes and hearts of humans all over the world.

Fortunately, there is a broad variety of anime that make animals the superstars of the show. Whether it is shōnen or slice-of-life, animals can be seen playing prominent roles across several genres, which means fans can enjoy many of the same elements that make human-oriented anime appealing, while watching their favorite critters in action.

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Natsume’s Book of Friends Available on Crunchyroll

Natsume's Book of Friends is an endearing tale about Natsume Takashi, who...

Many model kits are still being made for the initial Mobile Suit Gundam anime shows, including the original series. Now, a recently-announced collectible does the same thing for a unique mobile suit in the series' second anime.

The Pmx-002 Bolinoak Sammahn is an upcoming High Grade model kit from Bandai. Based on a mobile suit from Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, it's one of the more standout designs from that series. Standing in sharp contrast to other mechs from the series, the kit is loaded with interesting features based on the underrated mobile suit from the sequel show.

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An impressive new Gundam figure is a commemorative release that finally adds the legendary franchise to a mecha collectible action figure toy line.

The Pmx-002 Bolinoak Sammahn Gundam Lives Again In New High Grade Gunpla Model Kit

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Isekai's rise to dominance has been the most noticeable anime trend of the last decade. Not an anime season goes past without a new isekai series launching, be it a new original show or a sequel to an existing one. The same is true for isekai anime movies, as they have become increasingly common since the early 2000s, with several new isekai movies arriving at the box office every year.

The downside of this isekai ubiquity is that many good movies get overshadowed by projects with bigger marketing budgets, leading to them getting lost in the shuffle. However, this does mean that anime fans looking for a new isekai experience have a lot of great films to choose from if they don't mind digging a little deeper into the genre's overlooked corners. From passionately delivered classic isekai narratives to creative twists on the usual format, there is an isekai anime movie for every taste.

The talented and beloved voice actor Eiji Yanagisawa has been confirmed to have passed away this past Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 57. The artist was better known for his outstanding work as Genzo in Naruto, Okabe-Sensei in the Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, and Worm the Trailmon in Digimon Frontier.

Eiji Yanagisawa Left A Long And Impressive Legacy Fans Lament The Lose of The Voice Actor

The talent agency with whom he worked, Production Baobab, revealed this tragic news on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Fans came together on social media to say goodbye to the voice actor and show their condolences to the family he left behind.

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Naruto is an action-adventure anime series based on the manga series created by Masashi Kishimoto. The titular Naruto Uzumaki is a fearsome Nine-Tailed Fox Spirit sealed inside him, which once wreaked havoc on his village. Shunned by his community yet determined to earn their respect, Naruto dreams of becoming the greatest ninja,...

A Blu-ray box set of Tenku Senki Shurato (aka Shurato ), Tatsunoko Production's classic popular anime series in the late 1980s and early 1990s, is set to release in Japan on February 26, 2025. Tatsunoko's official X (formerly Twitter) announced the news on November 22. This is the first time this series has been released on Blu-ray. The TV anime series Tenku Senki Shurato aired for 38 episodes from April 1989 to January 1990, followed by the two six-chapter OVAs — Tenku-kai Memorials (TV series' digest) from December 1989 to April 1990 and Sousei he no Antou (TV series' sequel story) from September 1991 to March 1992. Tatsunoko Production's official English page describes the series as such: Shurato and his friend Guy are drawn into a gigantic ball of light and they find themselves transferred to a mystic heavenly sphere. However, Shurato is shocked when Guy suddenly turns hostile against him. After this unfortunate incident, a spectacular yet fantastic drama develops involving the two.

In a new blog post, Viz Media has officially announced that all of the Naruto and Naruto Shippuden movies are now available to stream for free on YouTube. While the free streaming includes ads, this move allows fans, especially those in the U.S., to marathon their favorite Naruto films without any cost. Its an exciting chance for long-time fans and newcomers to dive back into the ninja world of Naruto without a subscription.

In addition to Naruto and Naruto Shippuden, Viz Media is streaming hundreds of other popular anime episodes and movies on YouTube with English subtitles. Some of the major titles included are Death Note, Hunter x Hunter, Inuyasha, Ranma 1/2, Vampire Knight, Captain Tsubasa, Mr. Osomatsu, and Sailor Moon. Fans can discover even more anime series and movies by visiting Viz Media's official YouTube channel. This extensive lineup offers a golden opportunity for anime lovers to revisit...

A countless number of anime's notable characters use unique and memorable weapons. Many of the most iconic weapons come from the shonen genre. Several of shonen's skilled fighters use rare weapons like the sword, Samehada. These fantastical weapons are often used by some of the most powerful characters in their respective series.

Like iconic characters, several anime weapons have become extremely recognizable. Jonathan's Pluck and Gut's Dragon Slayer are perfect examples of this. Many of these weapons almost take on a personality of their own. Each of these amazing weapons is exceptionally iconic and has made a significant impact on shonen history.

Samehada Can Steal People's Chakra for Itself Samehada Develops a Symbiotic Relationship with its Wielder

Samehada, also called Shark Skin, is one of the most powerful swords in Naruto. The weapon is a two-handed sword covered in bandages. Under the bandages lies Samehada's true form, containing fearsome spikes and a sharp-toothed mouth.

Transformations are one of the most iconic anime tropes. Many anime protagonists can transform and become more powerful. Some of the most iconic anime transformations take place in shonen. Transformations like Gon's Limitation Transformation and Deku's Full Cowl are some of the most epic transformations in anime.

Shonen anime transformations allow many characters to gain an edge in battle. Several protagonists would have lost pivotal fights in their respective series without transformations. Characters like Luffy and Naruto regularly rely on their transformations to win the day. Each of these shonen transformations redefines their respective series with their awesomeness.

The 8 Inner Gates Allow Its Users to Surpass Their Full Potential Rock Lee Activates the 8 Inner Gates to Defeat Gaara

Users of the 8 Inner Gates are Naruto's most proficient hand-to-hand fighters. Due to the extreme pressure it puts on the body, there are only a few users of the technique. At its highest level,...

KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! is the funniest isekai series of all time. It features one of the most frustratingly lovable cast of characters, a world filled with mystery, and some of the best writing in anime, all genres included. When Satou Kazuma is transported to his new world, he's allowed to bring any one thing with him. When the Goddess Aqua laughs at him during this process, he decides to take her instead, creating a hilarious dynamic within the first episode.

To be a great show like KonoSuba, an isekai series needs to have some element of humor. It also needs to have good animation, and at least decent writing. While no show can truly compare with KonoSuba's outrageous humor, some can get close. Still, there are plenty of isekai series out there that are great for anyone who loves watching Kazuma, Darkness, Aqua, and Megumin bumble their way to success.

Ahead of a January 2025 broadcast debut, the official website and accounts for the upcoming Sorairo Utility anime series, which adapts the 2021 special of the same name, today released a second full trailer that drives home a passionate outing of golf and friendship. It was also revealed that Moeka Yahagi will perform "Suiheisen" ("Horizon") for the series' ending song. Furthermore, an advance screening of the first three episodes will be shown at an event in Tokyo on December 15. Sorairo Utility Trailer 2 The anime's confirmed cast list is as follows: Minami Aoba voiced by Miyu Takagi Haruka Akane voiced by Yurina Amami Ayaka Hoshimi voiced by Ayasa Goto Izumi Akina voiced by Yumiri Hanamori Masao Tadakoro (Masa) voiced by Kazuhiko Inoue Chosuke Tanabe (Cho) voiced by Kenyu Horiuchi Tetsuhiro Tanaka (Tetsu) voiced by Toshiyuki Morikawa Related: Sorairo Utility TV Anime Reveals New Trailer, Visual and Cast The story of Sorairo Utility follows...

Overlord is a popular isekai series that marries brutality and humor to create a hilarious show that's not afraid of exploring darker themes. The star at the center of the series is Ainz Ooal Gown. He's left alone in the video game Yggdrasil, but before he was trapped, he was one of the strongest characters in the game. Now he's alone with only his NPCs to keep him company. After discovering his new situation, he set out to dominate the entire world in the hopes that he could find another person like him.

To be a good Overlord isekai comparison, a show doesn't need to be as dark and funny as Overlord, but it certainly doesn't hurt. The best shows like Overlord will have smart companions to guide the main character, an interesting world filled with the promise of adventure, and a broken protagonist with powers so absurd, they stand...

International Naruto fans have something new to look forward to, as the globally popular anime series has revealed a release window for a theme park in France that promises fun, nostalgia and of course, ninjas.

Via Manga News, France's Parc Spirou has announced that a major new Naruto attraction will arrive at the theme park in 2026. The site will be 15,000m, offering different attractions related to Naruto and the Leaf Village. While details are unknown, park manager Herv Lux said, "It is a great joy and an honor for us to bring the Naruto universe to life at Parc Spirou. We have been working on this incredible expansion for 4 years now. Led hand in hand between the Park, Mediatoon Licensing, and our Japanese partners Shueisha, Studio Pierrot, and TV Tokyo, this project will allow us to offer visitors the most immersive experience possible for a theme park."

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The shojo anime demographic caters mainly to young female audiences, so its no surprise that most protagonists are female themselves. However, it isnt unheard of for a shojo series to star a male lead instead. Though these titles are often rare, there is a surprising amount of great shojo anime out there following a male protagonist. Many of these series never reach the same heights of popularity as the average female-lead shojo, meaning they often go unnoticed.

Male shojo leads can be very different from the classic heroines of the demographic. Their stories tend to center around a wide variety of topics, from classic romances to coming-of-age stories to action-packed adventures. As a result, these unique protagonists add their own flair to the demographic and appeal to audiences of all kinds.

Updated on October 27, 2024 by Lauren Younkin: Though male protagonists may be few and far in between in shojo anime,...

As Naruto enjoys its cemented popularity as one of the greatest anime and manga franchises of all time, it's unsurprising that its brand would be exciting as the new face of a theme park attraction. Confirmed by manga-news.com, Parc Spirou Provence in France will be gaining a 15,000m dedicated Naruto portion where fans can be transported to Konoha thanks to their partnership with Studio Pierrot and Shueisha in 2026. With the theme park continuously expanding its spaces, this is a sure draw to the mighty manga-reading populace of France.

With France's spending per capita on manga being among the greatest in the world, it is unsurprising that a theme park attraction would be built around one of the medium's most adored franchises. Parc Spirou Provence was founded in 2018 and has brought in over 1.5 million visitors, with kids and adults sure to flock to the world's most beloved ninja franchise. With...

Some anime characters, while evil, are understandable. They commit irresponsible acts, but when the bigger picture is taken into context, their actions can be comprehended. Other characters are straight up evil for almost no reason. These characters are so despicable, they can be nothing but hated. They use the people in their lives as nothing more than tools to get a job done. Or, they're willing to lie, cheat, and steal their way to the top, justifying their actions with nothing.

These self-righteous characters don't have a good side at all. Itachi Uchiha was once one of the most hated characters in anime until his real motive was revealed, shining a light on a previously unseen side of the Akatsuki member. Shou Tucker used his dog and daughter as an experiment, making him just the worst, plain and simple.

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Natsume's Book of Friends is one of the most popular ongoing shojo anime, presently airing its seventh season. Now, in a move that will greatly appeal to those who also enjoy the nostalgic, whimsical nature of the show as well as the kind of artsy, handcraft-friendly merchandise often sold by Studio Ghibli, a well-known stamp shop is offering the chance to create wax seals based on the long-running series.

Via PR Times, the new merchandise brings Nyanko-sensei from Natsume's Book of Friends to life in wax seal stamp form with the "Natsume Hankocho Nyanko Sensei Sealing Stamp Set." Within the set are seven distinct Nyako-Sensei visuals, including one of his paw pad. The remaining six have him making adorable faces that show a variety of different emotions, including happiness, surprise and mischievous excitement.

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Teachers are crucial in guiding the next generation to success. This is also true in anime. Many anime protagonists would have very different stories without their mentors. Shonen, in particular, has several wonderful teachers who care deeply for their students.

Brilliant teachers like Koro-sensei or Master Roshi are some of the best in shonen. These teachers go above and beyond to ensure the success of their students. Without their instructions, many shonen protagonists would likely never have completed their journeys.

Konohamaru Sarutobi Is the Heart of the New Team 7 First seen in Naruto, Episode 2, "My Name is Konohamaru!"

Although Konohamaru was a child at his introduction, he has aged significantly throughout Naruto and its sequels. Konohamaru's growth is one of the most captivating parts of the series. In the series Boruto, Konohamaru becomes a teacher and the captain of Team 7. Konohamaru proves he is a competent teacher and ninja, despite his youth.

On the special day of the protagonist of Naruto, the official website of Shonen Jump has released a video celebrating Naruto Uzumaki's birthday, and it also highlighted one character who is possibly his best friend. Naruto has many characters who one could consider his closest friend, but one stands above the rest.

Shonen Jump dedicated an animated manga video with music by Asian Kung-fu Generation to the protagonist and Shikamaru Nara, his friend since he was young and the person who still supports him to this day. It was pretty surprising that they gave Shikamaru the focus of the video, which means they acknowledge just how important he is to Naruto and why he can be considered Naruto's true best friend.

Shikamaru Is Crowned As Naruto's Number One

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The World Government is a major antagonistic group in One Piece that has existed for over 800 years, and Imu is its supreme ruler. Imu's true appearance and gender has not been revealed yet, but they are incredibly powerful. It appears as though Imu witnessed the creation of the World Government, meaning they are immortal. They also possess a Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit and immense Haki. Few One Piece characters stand a chance against Imu, but certain Shonen characters can defeat them.

Most of the Shonen characters who can defeat Imu possess god-like abilities that can directly counter Imu's immortality. Many of these characters are villains in their respective series, but a few heroic characters can take Imu down too. Imu can try fighting back, but most of these characters can defend themselves from Imu's attacks.

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Aang is without question the most powerful character in Avatar: The Last Airbender. As the Avatar, he is a master of all four elements, and an incredibly skilled martial artist. But being at the top of the world in his own series doesn't mean the 13-year-old powerhouse would be able to overcome opponents from outside of it.

Avatar Aang is the greatest Bender in his world, but how would he survive in other anime universes? His prowess in combat, and mastery of air, water, earth, and fire would certainly give him a chance at survival but, in some cases, it may not be enough. Aang would be far stronger than those around him in worlds like Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood's, but he'd be helpless against the cast of Dragon Ball.

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The Konoha Crush Arc only spans twelve episodes, but it is one of the Naruto franchise's most important story arcs. The Hidden Leaf Village gets invaded by the Hidden Sand and Sound Villages during the Chunin Exams. Fortunately, the village was able to withstand the assault. Every Naruto Arc has standout fights, and the Konoha Crush Arc has some good fights.

Some of these fights are very brief, but the Leaf ninja that were involved were still able to showcase their skills. Certain fights span multiple episodes and feature a variety of jutsu. Most of these fights were won by Leaf ninja, but there were a lot of losses on both sides. The outcomes of two of these fights permanently changed the Ninja World in vastly different ways.

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Ahead of a January 2025 broadcast debut in Japan, the official website and accounts for Akuyaku Reijo Tensei Oji-san ("The Old Guy's Reincarnation as the Villainess Daughter") today released the fantasy comedy anime's first full trailer and announced seven additional cast members. The newly announced cast is as follows, joining leads Kazuhiko Inoue and M.A.O: Anna Doll voiced by Akira Sekine Virgile Vierge voiced by Kaito Ishikawa Richard Verseau voiced by Yuichiro Umehara Auguste Lion voiced by Ryota Suzuki Pierre Gemeaux voiced by Takuma Nagatsuka Lambert Balance voiced by Seiichiro Yamashita Lucas Vierge voiced by Aoi Koga Anna Virgile Richard Auguste Pierre Lambert Lucas Related: Akuyaku Reijo Tensei Oji-san Anime Reveals January 2025 Start With First Trailer Based on the manga by Michiro Ueyama, Tetsuya Takeuchi directs Akuyaku Reijo Tensei Oji-san at studio Ajia-do, with series composition by Shingo Irie ( Afterlost ), character designs by Haruka Matsunae ( Ascendance of a Bookworm...

Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation is one of the best isekai series of all time. It features one of the biggest and richest worlds in isekai, great, well-rounded characters, and an incredibly divisive main character in Rudeus Greyrat. The story of Mushoku Tensei spans Rudy's entire life, starting with his reincarnation into the new world as a baby and leaving no stone unturned. Rudeus begins the story as a baby, eventually goes to magic college, and even begins a family of his own. While not many other animes are like it, there are a few that could be considered worthy comparisons.

To be a good Mushoku Tensei comparison, a show doesn't need to be an isekai, but it doesn't hurt. The biggest qualities a series in common with Mushoku Tensei would have would be its thorough worldbuilding, a great cast of side characters, and a deep, meaningful story that doesn't leave...

As one of the best and most popular manga of all time, Naruto has left a lasting legacy on the entertainment world, and it has entered 25 years of existence. To celebrate this, Viz Media, the official English publisher of the series, announced a horde of amazing deals that will certainly save fans a lot of money.

The legendary ninja manga started publishing in the prestigious pages of Weekly Shonen Jump on September 21, 1999 and went on to serialize for 15 years until November 10, 2014. Written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto, the series has 70 volumes, 700 episodes, many games and spin-offs, and now fans can take advantage of this momentous day by purchasing from the huge catalog at great discounts.

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Netflix has finally confirmed a new Cyberpunk anime is in the works, bringing back the franchise after two whole years. Ever since Cyberpunk: Edgerunners first aired in September 2022, fans of the Cyberpunk 2077 franchise have been begging for more and Netflix's new project with CD Projekt Red will finally expand on Cyberpunk's universe.

Netflix recently announced a new animation project in collaboration with CD Projekt Red set in the Cyberpunk universe. The announcement was originally made at Netflix's Geeked Week event along with a new teaser video. Not many details have been revealed about the project just yet but the announcement video posted to YouTube and Netflix's other social media platforms teases "a return to Night City."

Netflix Announces A New Expansion to the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Universe A Sequel to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is Unlikely

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The following contains major spoilers for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga, by Koyoharu Gotouge, available in English through Viz Media.

Demon Slayer largely revolves around Tanjiro Kamado's journey to save his sister, but there are numerous other characters sprinkled across the series. Yoriichi Tsugikuni is one of the most important and mysterious characters in Demon Slayer's lore. As the creator of Sun-Breathing, the original and most powerful of all Breathing Styles, Yoriichi is the indisputable strongest when it comes to Demon Slayers.

Though he died ages before the series' present day, his Sun-Breathing lives on thanks to Tanjiro, who now wields the strongest Breathing Style and bears a striking resemblance to the Original Sun-Breather. Yoriichi, like many in a world filled with demons, lived a tragic life, but his relationship with the Kamado family provides a surprising twist on one of Demon Slayer's most often asked questions: is Tanjiro related to Yoriichi?...

The San Francisco Giants and one of the world's most popular anime series of all time, Naruto Shippuden, have revealed a debut collaboration for Anime Day later this month.

Via Viz Media's official X (formerly Twitter), Naruto is partnering up with the San Francisco Giants for a special Anime Day starring the popular anime series. It takes place on Sunday, Sep. 28, 2024, at Oracle Park, where attendees can receive a special Naruto Shippuden jersey. The jersey features Naruto's trademark orange color, an image of the character running and the number "7" on the back, likely in reference to Naruto's Team 7. Readers can check out the image of the jersey in the official announcement artwork below.

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Many non-Ghibli films draw inspiration from the studio, offering diverse themes treated with delicacy and correctness. Ghibli-esque films often mix reality with supernatural elements, exploring life decisions, loneliness, and family. Directors like Mamoru Hosoda and Makoto Shinkai create films that have the same appeal as the films of Studio Ghibli, offering emotional, visually stunning narratives.

There is no doubt that Studio Ghibli has amassed a huge following around the world, since its unique animation style, mesmerizing themes, and endearing stories beautifully convey the adventures of its characters, showing magical worlds and nostalgic situations that can warm the hearts of even casual viewers. However, Studio Ghibli only has a limited number of films, so after seeing them all, many fans are left with an empty feeling about what to watch next.

Fortunately, Ghibli isn't the only studio capable of making movies that stay with fans forever, since its influence has created...