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Amagami is a dating simulation game for PlayStation2 developed and published by Enterbrain. The original PS2 game was released in Japan in March 2009, and two TV anime series based on the game, titled Amagami SS and Amagami SS+ plus , aired in 2010 and 2012, respectively. To celebrate the anime series' 15th anniversary, a special event is set to be held at Pacifico Yokohama Conference Center Main Hall on December 28, 2025. The event will feature all the eight voice actors who played the heroine and sister characters in the series. Even during the anime's original broadcast period, the voice cast members of the heroine never gathered together at an event. On the day of the event, the world of Amagami SS will be recalled with fans through a reading play by the cast and their talk sessions. The voice cast members who are confirmed to join the event include: Kaori Nazuka (Tsukasa Ayatsuji) Shizuka Ito...

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Hot spring episodes are a staple in the anime genre. Audiences tend to have mixed feelings about these storylines. Some appreciate them for their humor and fanservice, while others are disgusted by the exploitation of characters in these types of episodes and scenes. To both sides' credit, there are both hilarious and uncomfortable Hot Springs scenes. Yet, when they’re bad, they are truly terrible.

The most problematic hot spring scenes showcase unsolicited peeping or — in more severe cases — sexual assault. Some of these scenes are played off as unintentional for comedy, but the creators are keenly aware of what they’re making their characters do in any given scene. Anime hot spring scenes have the opportunity to showcase a grand tradition, but too many of them are too uncomfortable to be enjoyed.

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Gol D. Roger died 24 years before the events of One Piece, yet he still holds the highest ever recorded bounty of 5,564,800,000 berries. There are several characters, however, who might eclipse Roger's bounty. Several famous pirates can surpass Roger's bounty, but a few high-ranking Revolutionaries can earn higher bounties too. A special mermaid and giant can realistically get at least 5.6 billion berry bounties as well.

Roger gained his astronomical bounty after sailing to Laugh Tale and gaining the One Piece treasure. These feats earned him the Pirate King title. Roger was one of the strongest Haki users in history, and most of the characters who can surpass his bounty have incredible Haki of their own. Several of them also possess Devil Fruit abilities.

Blackbeard's Devil Fruits, Lineage, & Ambition Make Him A Greater Threat Than Roger First Appears In One Piece, Season 6, Episode 3, "Stop Dreaming! The City Of Ridicule, Mock Town!

The upcoming film Mononoke the Movie Trilogy: Chapter 2: The Ashes of Rage is heating up, with its official social media account revealing fresh details. The latest update includes new cast members, a striking main visual, and a trailer that gives us a deeper look into what’s coming.

Set to hit Japanese theaters on March 14, this second installment continues the Mononoke saga, following up on Mononoke The Movie: Phantom in the Rain, which premiered in July 2024. The first film, which is streaming on Netflix, took home the Axis: Satoshi Kon Award for Excellence in Animation at last year’s Fantasia International Film Festival.

The new cast lineup includes Ryō Horikawa as Fujimaki, Naomi Kusumi as Katsunuma, Yoshiko Sakakibara as Suikōin, Yukana as Sayo, and Atsumi Tanezaki as Sachiko. Previously announced additions include Chō as Yoshimichi Tokita and Kenyuu Horiuchi as Rōjū Ōtomo.

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It's no surprise that anime is filled with rich culture and has some of the most creative iterations of classic mythology and folklore. With how vast asian culture and mythology is, many series have taken inspiration from these well-known stories to create beautiful, memorable tales that leave lasting impressions on the viewers.

Some notable anime that take this approach are Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away and The Tale of Princess Kaguya, but there are some that aren't as popular that are just as fascinating and beautiful, such as Mononoke and Natsume's Book of Friends. Series based deeply on folklore and asian mythology often tell magical tales that are hard to find elsewhere.

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The royal families of One Piece are all distinct in both structure and beliefs. Though the Straw Hat Crew are pirates, they have gained the favor of many of these families and often work alongside princesses. While she never joins the crew like Nefertari Vivi did, Shirahoshi is undoubtedly the most powerful princess the Straw Hats work with. She and her family make great allies. The Neptune Family are all dedicated to protecting their people and trying to get them the best lives possible. They fight for the equality of fish men and the other species living under the sea. While they are facing an uphill battle because of the corrupt Celestial Dragons, the Neptune Family have always put their people first.

There have been several important figures that have fought for some sort of freedom for fishmen, but each of them usually has a different vision. Of these, the most prominent is Fisher Tiger,...

From the briny waters within One Piece to the vast reaches of space from Cowboy Bebop, the wide world of anime offers plenty of lands, societies and cultures, yet transportation remains a crucial need for many. The lush worldbuilding in many anime titles often require creative solutions when it comes to vehicles, with many anime series forced to think outside the box when it comes to transportation.

The relative mundanity of answering the question of travel presents a unique opportunity for anime series to flex their worldbuilding muscles in answering that need, with some proving more ingenious than others. From All Might’s Hercules vehicle in My Hero Academia to Goku’s Flying Nimbus in Dragon Ball, these vehicles stand apart in terms of creativity and utility, remaining iconic to this very day.

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Inuyasha fans can look forward to an exciting December, as Inuyasha: The Final Act -- a direct anime sequel to the first Inuyasha series -- has found a new streaming home.

Per Whats On Netflix, Inuyasha: The Final Act will be added to the streaming platform's anime collection on Dec. 1. Inuyasha, Rumiko Takahashis beloved romance-fantasy manga-turned-anime, has been a long-standing fan favorite since the anime's original debut in 2000. Inuyasha follows the story of Kagome Higurashi, a modern-day teenage girl who is transported to Japan's Sengoku period through a magical well. There, she meets Inuyasha, a half-demon, and together, they embark on a journey to recover the shards of the Shikon Jewel, a powerful artifact that can grant immense power.

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Yakuza Fianc is the romance anime of the season, and it presents quite the questionable (yet addicting to watch) duo. Yoshino Somei and Kirishima Miyama are the grandchildren of two very high-ranking members of the Yakuza who've become engaged. Yoshino is a tough girl who stands her ground and possesses a head of beautiful red hair, and Kirishima is a masochistic young man with numerous red flags to match.

In spite of Kirishimas more concerning qualities, many fans have grown to love their uniquely compelling dynamic, as Kirishima's devotion to Yoshino is nothing short of endearing. And though their incredibly interesting and mildly problematic relationship is one that is hard to replicate, there are a great many anime couples with similar enemies to lovers dynamics.

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“Monoke The Movie: Phantom in the Rain” is the new animated supernatural feature, directed by Kenji Nakamura, based on the “Mononoke” anime TV series (2007), spinning-off from the “Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales” anthology series (2006), starring Hiroshi Kamiya ,Tomoyo Kurosawa, Aoi Yūki, Mami Koyama, Kana Hanazawa, Haruka Tomatsu, Yoko Hikasa, Yūko Kaida, Yukana, Yuki Kaji, Jun Fukuyama, Daisuke Hosomi, Miyu Irino and Kenjiro Tsuda, streaming November 28, 2024 on Netflix:

“…a girl named ‘Asa’ is trying to advance her career, while another named ‘Kame’ is seeking her dream to participate in the workings of the ‘Inner Chambers’.

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“…the ‘Medicine Seller’ arrives and begins to unravel the truth…”

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Mostly known for cards and anime, the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise is one of the biggest in the world, with the brand represented in countless forms of merchandise. Now, things are taking a turn for the ugly in a collaboration that's certain to make spirits bright in the oddest way.

As part of a collaboration with BoxLunch, a new ugly sweater meant for the winter months is something that Yu-Gi-Oh! fans can look forward to adding to their deck. Featuring the protagonist of the original series and the Millennium Puzzle, the gaudy form of festive clothing will trigger nostalgia and holiday cheer. Now available to order, it's the best thing to wear for when it's time to d-d-d-d-duel.

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Next week heralds the final episode of Mission: Yozakura Family , and the action manga adaptation is going out with a bang! In Mission 27, we will finally meet the first head of the Yozakura family, as well as witnessing the results of the Yozakura family's battle with Makoto Kawashita. First, check out this special trailer marking the upcoming climactic battle: Related: Mission: Yozakura Family Anime Reveals Three Cast Additions Episode 27 also marks the reveal of Tsubomi Yozakura: Mutsumi's ancestor and the first head of the Yozakura family. She will be voiced by Yukana (C.C. in Code Geass ): Related: Mission: Yozakura Family Anime Casts Rina Sato as Hakuja The original Mission: Yozakura Family manga by Hitsuji Gondaira is serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Mirai Minato writes and directs the TV anime adaptation at animation studio Silver Link.

Mononoke has captivated audience minds with its ethereal and bold imagery, but for fans seeking more adventures outside of the 2007 Toei Animation original, a new trailer showcases the exciting Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain coming soon to Netflix. Confirmed via a Netflix News update and the trailer released on their YouTube channel, Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain will join Netflix in 2024 following the Animation Is Film Festival in October. While the exact release date is still unknown, this is exciting news for anybody wishing to return to a truly unique series.

Mononoke originally debuted as a 2007 anime spinoff from Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales, quickly becoming one of the most recognizable surreal experiences of the year. Praised for its bold style and direction, fans will be pleased that Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain features the return of the original series' director, Kenji Nakamura. The film's...

There are dozens of characters in Bleach, and several of these characters have siblings. For example, Orihime had an older brother who became a Hollow. That being said, neither of them are exceptionally powerful. Some of the strongest Bleach siblings happen to be Soul Reapers, and most of them are Lieutenant-level or higher. There are also Arrancar and Quincy siblings, who are fairly strong as well.

In most cases, the older sibling is stronger, but there are instances where the younger sibling is more powerful. One sibling pair is not even related by blood, but they would die in order to protect one another. Those adopted siblings are now two of Soul Society's strongest Captains. There are also some non-canon siblings that happen to be strong.

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A spin-off of the original anime series, Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales, Mononoke is undoubtedly one of the most peculiar original anime series we have on the market. It is an avant-garde series focusing on the supernatural, incorporating elements of mystery and psychological horror, as the series focuses on the unnamed traveling apothecary who is stingy with words. He travels with his medicine cabinet and a box containing a spiritual sword whose pommel is adorned with a monkey’s head, fighting numerous supernatural enemies along the way.

The original anime series ran for 12 series in 2007 but the series is coming back with a feature-length anime movie titled Mononoke: Karakasa, which is going to be released on July 26, 2024 in Japan. Today, a new trailer and a lot of new information has been released, so we are going to report everything to you here.

The Mononoke anime movie was announced back in 2022, as...