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The years leading up to the French Revolution offer a cinematic canvas of unparalleled drama, a world of gilded palaces and public discontent. The Rose of Versailles dives headfirst into this turmoil, but through a unique lens. It centers not on one, but two remarkable women whose lives intersect as history unravels.

We meet the young Austrian princess Marie Antoinette, destined to become the infamous queen of France. But her shadow and sworn protector is the film’s fictional heart: Commander Oscar François de Jarjayes.

Raised from birth as a man to secure her family’s military legacy, Oscar serves in the Royal Guard, her identity a known secret in the court. The film sets the stage for a grand story of duty, love, and identity, played out against the backdrop of a society about to tear itself apart.

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Short form giant monster comedy anime Chibi Godzilla Raids Again (known in Japan as Chibi Godzilla no Gyakushu ) announced today that the series will kick off a third season beginning on July 2. The new season of the series broadcasts in Japan on the TV Tokyo Network as part of the “Oha! Star” TV program, and it also streams on YouTube via the Godzilla Official by Toho channel . Chibi Godzilla Raids Again Season 3 Trailer In Chibi Godzilla Raids Again Season 3, voice actor Katsuyuki Konishi joins the cast as Chibi JJ . Wednesday Campanella performs the new theme song, which is entitled “Kaijutou” (“Monster Island”). The main voice cast also returns to reprise their roles, including: Chibi Godzilla voiced by Jun Fukuyama Chibi Mechagodzilla voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Chibi Ghidorah voiced by Takuya Eguchi Chibi Mothra voiced by Rie Takahashi Chibi Rodan voiced by Hiro Shimono Chibi Anguirus voiced by ??? Chibi Hedorah voiced...

Netflix is cordially inviting you to the royal anime event of the year. Today, the streamer decided to announce the release date of The Rose of Versailles with the two main characters front and center. The story centers around Oscar François de Jarjayes (voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro) and Archduchess Marie Antoinette (Aya Hirano) as they go about their royal commitments in the 18th century. While the Archduchess is falling in love with the French scenery and culture, she also starts to have contact with lower-ranking individuals who have their own struggles and battles to deal with. The anime movie is set to premiere next week, on April 30.

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The official YouTube channel for enka singer Kiyoshi Hikawa has started streaming a music video for his new song "Party of Monsters." As reported , the pop tune was released under the unit name "Hikawa Kiyoshi with t.komuro" featuring J-pop artist and producer Tetsuya Komuro as director by request from Hikawa, and is now used as the ending theme for GeGeGe no Kitaro: My Favorite GeGeGe Generation , a special program to air selected episodes from past GeGeGe no Kitaro TV anime series. In the music video, Hikawa (Kiina.) shows off fierce dance performance with many "monster dancers" under the theme of "Monsters' Party." He said, "This is the first time I have danced so much in an original song (laughs). I am very happy that Komuro-san contacted me and said, 'I got goosebumps!' I hope a wide range of people will listen to this song and dance to it as much as they want.

Netflix has announced that the recent anime film adaptation of The Rose Of Versailles will stream globally on the platform on April 30.

The official X account of Netflix Anime revealed the news alongside an English-subtitled trailer.

The anime film originally premiered in Japan on Jan 31, 2025.

Cast includes:

Miyuki Sawashiro as Oscar François de Jarjayes Aya Hirano as Marie Antoinette Toshiyuki Toyonaga as André Grandier Kazuki Kato as Hans Axel von Fersen Shunsuke Takeuchi as Alain de Soissons Takuya Eguchi as Florian de Gerodelle Miyu Irino as Bernard Châtelet Fukushi Ochiai as Louis XVI Banjo Ginga as General Jarjayes Mayumi Tanaka as Maron Glacé Mont Blan Fumi Hirano as Madame Noailles Hochu Otsuka as Louis Xv Saori Hayami as Rosalie Jin Yamanoi as Colonel d’Agout Akio Otsuka as General Bouille Sumi Shimamoto as Madame Jarjayes Kensho Ono as Robespierre

The film is directed by Ai Yoshimura, and produced by studio Mappa.

The official X (formerly Twitter) for GeGeGe no Kitaro: My Favorite GeGeGe Generation , an upcoming TV program to air selected episodes from past GeGeGe no Kitaro TV anime series, announced that enka singer Kiyoshi Hikawa will sing the ending theme song "Party of Monsters" for the program. The song will be released under the unit name "Hikawa Kiyoshi with t.komuro." J-pop artist and producer Tetsuya Komuro serves as director by request from Hikawa. CD jacket This is the third time Hikawa has performed a theme song for the GeGeGe no Kitaro anime series: First was the opening theme "GeGeGe no Kitaro" for the TV anime's sixth season in 2018-2020, followed by the third ending theme "Mienkeredomo Orundayo" for the same season. "I am very happy to get the offer for the ending theme again this time," said Hikawa. "I am also very happy that Tetsuya Komuro, who gave us...

The film adaptation of Riyoko Ikeda's The Rose of Versailles introduced a whole new generation to the story of Lady Oscar and Marie Antoinette. To celebrate the feature, shopping mall Zozotown is collaborating with the film to offer a limited-edition line of apparel and goods. High on the list of goods offered are two shirts—one tee, one sweat—sporting the film's key art: Key visual tee Key visual sweatshirt Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Shares "Tearjerker" Video Two other tees are available: one spotlighting Lady Oscar, and another featuring Marie Antoinette and Fersen: By way of accessories, there are two offerings featuring a beautiful rose-tinted graphic pattern: a tote bag and a scarf: Graphic tote Graphic scarf Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Unveils New Trailer, More Cast Pre-orders open on the Zozotown website on March 18 and will run until April 7. Products are scheduled...

GeGeGe no Kitaro: My Favorite GeGeGe Generation , an upcoming TV program to broadcast selected episodes from past GeGeGe no Kitaro TV anime series, announced on March 14 that singer Ado will sing the opening theme song for the program. The iconic "GeGeGe no Kitaro" theme song has been used since the TV anime first season in 1968. Ado is a Kitaro fan, knowing the series since childhood and read a illustrated yokai encyclopedia in her youth. "Whenever I hear the clattering sound of geta, I would get excited and say, 'Kitaro and his friends are coming for me!' she said. "Now that I am an adult, I am really honored to sing 'Gegege no Kitaro.' I will sing it with all my might." Ado's version of "GeGeGe no Kitaro" is now featured in the program's teaser trailer below. GeGeGe no Kitaro: My Favorite GeGeGe Generation Teaser Trailer Additionally, the...

Nazuna and Ko are in for another round of hot summer nights, as a teaser trailer and key visual unveiled for Call of the Night Season 2 today revealed a July 2025 release date and introduced Rina Sato (Mikoto in A Certain Scientific Railgun ) as the voice of Kiku Hoshimi. Call of the Night Season 2 Teaser Trailer Call of the Night Season 2 Key Visual Call of the Night Season 2's confirmed cast is as follows: Nazuna Nanakusa voiced by Sora Amamiya Ko Yamori voiced by Gen Sato Akira Asai voiced by Yumiri Hanamori Seri Kikyo voiced by Haruka Tomatsu Niko Hirata voiced by Eri Kitamura Kabura Honda voiced by Shizuka Ito Midori Kohakobe voiced by Naomi Ozora Hatsuka Suzushiro voiced by Azumi Waki Mahiru Seki voiced by Kensho Ono Akihito Akiyama voiced by Hiroyuki Yoshino Anko Uguisu voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro Kiku Hoshimi voiced by Rina Sato Kiku Hoshimi Related: Call of...

2025 marks 10 years since the passing GeGeGe no Kitaro creator Shigeru Mizuki. And in honor to celebrate Mizuki's continued influence, a series of new projects will kick off this year. Fans in Japan can enjoy rebroadcasts of classic Kitaro episodes, followed by the return of the stage show this summer. Fuji TV and other stations will first broadcast GeGeGe no Kitaro: My Favorite GeGeGe Generation starting April 6. The weekly feature will welcome the many voice actors who have played Kitaro over the decades, each choosing their own favorite episodes to discuss: GeGeGe no Kitaro voice actresses The lineup includes: Masako Nozawa (Series 1-2) Keiko Toda (Series 3) Yoko Matsuoka (Series 4) Minami Takayama (Series 5) Miyuki Sawashiro (Series 6) Toko Yatabe, the character designer for the film The Birth of Kitaro: The Mystery of GeGeGe has drawn a new illustration for the upcoming feature, showing Mizuki's studio and Kitaro as he has appeared across the many seasons.

Hunter x Hunter fans have an upcoming treat in store. Viz Media and gaming company KessCo have teamed up to reveal a brand-new release for the franchise -- a board game in which players compete in a special version of the Hunter Exam. The game will reportedly "challenges friends and families to experience the high-stakes journey of earning a Hunter License."

Via PR Newswire, Viz Media and KessCo have partnered to release Hunter x Hunter: The 287th Exams, a new board game in which players compete against each other in the Hunter Exam, gathering "rare items and treasure" to acquire a Hunter’s License. The game features the characters Gon Freecss, Killua Zoldyck, Kurapika and Leorio Paradinight, with its official description reading: "In Hunter x Hunter: The 287th Exams, players take calculated risks, face setbacks, and develop their characters' skills as they roll dice to overcome the gauntlet of trials that define the Hunter Exams.

Ahead of an April 6, 2025 broadcast debut and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , a brand-new trailer released today for Witch Watch previews the anime's opening song, "Watch me!" by Yoasobi ( Oshi no Ko Op), and sets off an abundance of magical comedy hijinks. A new key visual was also unveiled. Witch Watch Trailer Witch Watch Key Visual The Witch Watch anime's confirmed cast list includes: Nico Wakatsuki voiced by Rina Kawaguchi (Quan in Kizuna no Allele ) Morihito Otogi voiced by Ryota Suzuki (Ryusei in Dr. Stone ) Kanshi Kazamatsuri voiced by Kohei Amasaki (Will in Wistoria: Wand and Sword ) Keigo Magami voiced by Kaito Ishikawa (Naofumi in The Rising of the Shield Hero ) Nemu Miyao voiced by Tomori Kusunoki (Shizuka in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead ) Yuri Makuwa voiced by Mikako Komatsu (Maki in Jujutsu Kaisen ) Kara Minami voiced by Rie Takahashi (Yuzuriha in Hell's Paradise ) Kukumi Ureshino voiced by Konomi Kohara...

With the new film adaptation of The Rose of Versailles finally out in theaters, audiences can relive Riyoko Ikeda's beloved story of love and loss during the French Revolution. Is it still as emotional all these years later? According to audiences—and the manga artist herself—the answer is a resounding "yes." A new video has been released showing audience members reacting to the film's most tearjerking moments, both during and after the film. Cast members and Ikeda herself also speak about the film in the new video, with the series creator commenting on how faithfully her work was brought to life. The Rose of Versailles "Tearjerker" Video Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Introduces André in Latest Character Trailer Two more special screenings for the film have been announced. The first, "The Men Who Loved Oscar," will take place February 18 at Toho Cinemas Hibiya. In attendance will...

Witch Watch , an upcoming TV anime based on the fantasy / romantic comedy manga of the same name, has revealed eight new cast members representing the executive student council. The series will broadcast in Japan beginning in April 2025. Crunchyroll will also stream Witch Watch as part of the spring 2025 anime simulcast lineup . The new cast members include: Ibara Ibu voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro Yuzuru Kenmochi voiced by Jun Fukuyama Syrup voiced by Rie Kugimiya Kuromitsu voiced by Misaki Kuno Riro Takumi voiced by Noriko Hidaka Burst voiced by Kenta Miyake Kyoki Saiko voiced by Jun Fukushima Daiki Sakai Mk.II voiced by Hikaru Midorikawa Ibara Ibu Yuzuru Kenmochi Syrup Kuromitsu Riro Takumi Burst Kyoki Saiko Daiki Sakai Mk.II Shueisha serializes the original Witch Watch manga by Kenta Shinohara in their Weekly Shonen Jump manga magazine. Viz Media also publishes an English language version. Hiroshi Ikehata directs the TV anime at Bilbury Animation Studios.

We're just a week away from the premiere of The Rose of Versailles , the new film adaptation of Riyoko Ikeda's classic historical fiction manga. Today, a new trailer has premiered with a focus on André Grandier—Lady Oscar's loyal childhood friend and admirer. Check out the new trailer, featuring memorable moments from André's story: The Rose of Versailles André Trailer Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Spotlights Marie Antoinette in Latest Trailer Ai Yoshimura ( Case File nº221: Kabukicho ) directs The Rose of Versailles with a screenplay by Tomoko Konparu ( Tonari no Yokai-san ). Mariko Oka ( Hell Girl ) serves as character designer and Hiroyuki Sawano ( Attack on Titan ), who also serves as music producer, composes soundtrack music along with Kohta Yamamoto. Mappa works on the anime production. The main voice cast members include: Oscar François de Jarjayes voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro (Kitaro in GeGeGe no Kitaro ) Marie Antoinette voiced...

The new anime film adaptation of The Rose of Versailles debuts in Japan in just two weeks. Today, a new trailer has dropped, showcasing the beautiful and love-lorn Marie Antoinette. Check out the new character trailer, featuring the performance of voice actress Aya Hirano: The Rose of Versailles Marie Antoinette Trailer Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Unveils New Trailer, More Cast Also revealed today was a special "mini" video, which will play before screenings. The shorts depict chibi versions of the film cast attending a modern-day movie theater. Wacky hijinks, as one might expect, ensue. The shorts will change out weekly, centering on a different character every week. Finally today, we get a sneak peek at the gorgeous covers for the film's soundtrack release: Ai Yoshimura ( Case File nº221: Kabukicho ) directs The Rose of Versailles with a screenplay by Tomoko Konparu ( Tonari no Yokai-san ). Mariko Oka...

Romance anime series can be some of the most fun, heart-warming, and entertaining in the genre. Unfortunately, some of them are marred by boring, inappropriate, or otherwise unrealistic tropes that take a viewer completely out of the experience. Some of these series have great characters and well-written plots, but give their main heroes a harem chasing after them that takes the show to a completely different place. While there are plenty of series that can fit into this category, there are still many anime shows with realistic plot lines that any romance enjoyer can appreciate.

To be a realistic romance anime, a series doesn't necessarily need to be realistic in and of itself. The most important aspects of any romance series are the relationships within it. No matter how outlandish or silly a premise is, with grounded and realistic relationships that form organically, any series can capture the affections of...

The classic anime The Rose of Versailles returns at the end of this month! The new film adaptation of Riyoko Ikeda's historical drama is scheduled to release in cinemas in Japan on January 31. Today, a new trailer has been released, focusing on Oscar François de Jarjayes, along with seven new cast members. Check out the trailer, featuring major moments from Lady Oscar's life as seen in the upcoming film: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Trailer Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Welcomes Three New Cast Members New cast additions, pictured above, include: Top row, left to right: Madame Noailles voiced by Fumi Hirano (Lum in 1981's Urusei Yatsura ) Louis Xv voiced by Hochu Otsuka (Yazan Gable in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam ) Rosalie voiced by Saori Hayami (Shinobu Kocho in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba ) Middle row, left to right: Colonel d'Agout voiced by Jin Yamanoi (King...

Anime creators love making their audience cry. From heartfelt dramas about young love, unrequited feelings, and relationship drama to the more serious stories that tackle issues like death, war, and illness, anime has found countless ways to break hearts and make viewers weep. There's no short supply of sad anime series out there, some of which tell the most gutwrenching stories of any form of media.

Fans who enjoy heart-rending stories that make them shed endless tears are in luck, as many of anime's most iconic titles are nothing short of heartbreaking. Offering thought-provoking messages and depressing subjects that speak to their audiences, these anime titles have gone down in history as some of the saddest of all time. Even the strongest of anime fans can't hold back the tears as these heartbreaking titles tug at audiences' heartstrings from start to finish.

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Whether grounded or fantastical, the best fighting anime are always some of the medium's most compelling and engaging titles, drawing fans into heart-pumping spectacles where rivals can showcase their individual strengths and talents, as well as the ingenious strategies they may come up with in order to outsmart their opponents and emerge victorious in battle.

Even in the world of stories wherein fights play a central role, creators have a lot of freedom when it comes to the setting and features of the series. Some are more realistic, highlighting authentic fights that take place in boxing rings or martial arts dojos, while others opt for more creative settings, involving elements of magic and supernatural powers that allow the fights to be that much more dynamic and grandiose, taking the choreography to the next level.

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It just so happens that some anime couples don’t get their due share in the limelight because they haven’t been exclusively written into the storyline in that manner. However, usually, when the chemistry between some characters is off the charts or unexpected, it forces the viewers to make sense of that relationship. Whether they are canon or not, the audience has more than a few surprising anime ships that work far better than the original pair.

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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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With how pretty most shojo heroines are, it's hard to rank them since each one holds their own beauty, but there are some timeless classics that every shojo fan will agree are one of the prettiest among the bunch.

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Mashle: Magic and Muscles captivated anime fans with its mix of hilarious antics and fantastical world-building. The series follows Mash Burnedread, a boy who was born without the ability to use magic in a world where everyone else can cast spells. If anyone discovers Mash's secret, he'll be persecuted for his struggles. In order to continue living peacefully with his adoptive grandfather, MAsh must first become a Divine Visionary at Easton Magic Academy.

It shouldn't be an easy task, as Mash lacks all access to magic, but he makes it work with a super strength that allows him to perform inhuman feats, anyway. For now, the Mashle anime may be over. However, a sequel series was announced in May 2024. While fans wait for new content to satiate their appetite for magical fantasies and the super strength that rivals them, they will likely need other anime to keep them occupied in the meantime.

The sheer length of some of the most famous anime series can be something of a turnoff for newcomers, leading some fans to wonder what the best short anime are. Friends may enthusiastically recommend Naruto, One Piece, or The Legend of Galactic Heroes, but those shows, classics that they are, have hundreds of episodes, making them something of a time commitment, to say the very least.

Maybe a viewer is new to anime and isn't sure that they want to sink that much time into a single piece of media, or maybe they're a longtime fan who simply doesn't have the time or patience to sit through another 70 episodes until they finally reach the story arc their friends keep raving about. Luckily for those pressed for time, anime has a lot of excellent shorter shows that aren't held back by their length, coming in at 13 episodes or less. The best...

Hunter X Hunter has been on a roll recently with a lot of exciting events, such as the return of the series, a new game, and more, but the creator just dropped a bombshell piece of news regarding the future of the series. It is safe to say the series is truly back in full swing as the chances of a proper ending have never looked brighter than now.

In a tweet posted by series creator Yoshihiro Togashi to his personal X account, it was confirmed that he is working on the plot and details of the next 50 chapters and that they will be published in the future. Furthermore, he also confirmed that he would get back to working on the drawing of other chapters and would start the inking process. This is huge news as it confirms how many chapters are in the works and that they will be published.

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In a report by Automaton Media, the Australian Classification board specifically said that it wouldn't classify the new game with its rating system due to "sexual violence against characters under the age of 18 by an adult male character." While the board doesn't clarify, anyone familiar with the series will know that the likely culprit is Hisoka. While this is obviously disappointing for Australian fans of Hunter x Hunter...

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Laughing is the perfect way to wind down after a long day, and funny anime series are a good distraction when life is a bit too much. With so much happening worldwide in the last few years, anime fans need comedy and a few laughs more than ever, and these series are the perfect way to unwind. Anime is a unique medium and the best anime comedies all use the versatility of animation to enhance gags that were already funny on a conceptual level.

Shōnen Jump has long since made a name for itself as the biggest manga magazine in the world. Not only has it consistently had the highest circulation of any manga magazine in Japan, but it’s birthed some of the most iconic manga of all time like Dragon Ball, One Piece, Naruto, and Bleach, so there’s no denying how big it is to the world of anime and manga.

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"I'll catch Lupin III myself. Only I can fulfill this mission." Toho Next has revealed a first look teaser trailer for a brand new theatrical anime called Lupin the Third: The Movie. It's set for a release in 2025 on a roadshow tour in theaters in Japan, and hopefully in theaters in the US (but nothing announced yet). No plot details are known yet, but it's made by the director of Redline and the "World Record" segment of The Animatrix. A longer version of the trailer is being shown at 45th anniversary screenings of Lupin the 3rd: Castle of Cagliostro (1979) - the anime classic directed by Hayao Miyazaki as his very first feature film. This one also listed as Lupin the IIIrd: The Movie (with a final title still Tba) and stars the voices of Kanichi Kurita as Lupin III, Akio Otsuka as Daisuke Jigen, Daisuke Namikawa as Goemon Ishikawa, Miyuki Sawashiro as Fujiko Mine,...

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It is, without question, a huge year for The Rose of Versailles , Riyoko Ikeda's classic historical fiction series. A new film is just around the corner in 2025, and all eyes are on the upcoming project. But it's a big year for Kashwa City, too—and the venue and the show are coming together to celebrate! 2024 marks the 70th anniversary of Kashiwa City's founding. In honor of the occasion, the city has installed three Rose of Versailles -themed manhole covers, making it the first city in Japan to display such pieces: Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Welcomes Three New Cast Members The choice of Kashiwa City for these iconic pieces is anything but random. Ikeda wrote and drew her legendary work while living in Kashiwa, so she feels a strong connection between the city and the series. The manhole covers have been installed in the following locations:...

The upcoming anime film adaptation of The Rose of Versailles has added three new voice actors to its already impressive cast list. Like the cast so far, this new crop of characters includes some names that will be very familiar to anime fans. Joining the cast are: Louis XVI: Fukushi Ochiai (Sanou in Beastars ) General Jarjayes: Banjo Ginga (Gihren Zabi in Mobile Suit Gundam ) Maron Glacé Mont Blanc : Mayumi Tanaka (Luffy in One Piece ) Related: The Rose of Versailles Anime Movie Introduces Three New Cast Members Ai Yoshimura ( Case File nº221: Kabukicho ) is attached to direct with a screenplay by Tomoko Konparu ( Tonari no Yokai-san ). Mariko Oka ( Hell Girl ) serves as character designer, and Hiroyuki Sawano ( Attack on Titan ), who also serves as music producer, composes soundtrack music along with Kohta Yamamoto. Mappa works on the anime production. The main voice cast members include: Oscar François de Jarjayes...

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Though Korean manhwa have been around for quite some time, they were an underappreciated form of media for many years. However, manhwa stories are gaining more popularity than ever these days. As such, Webtoons have risen to the forefront. Many popular titles have even been adapted into anime series in recent years.

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Halloween is coming up and now is the time to find inspiration for a costume and finalize online orders. Thanks to anime's ever-growing popularity, many retailers stock pre-fabricated Naruto and Demon Slayer costumes that are as easy as click-and-collect. Some people will get creative and make a low-effort costume or go all-out like Heidi Klum and invest in an over-the-top outfit. Luckily, anime provides endless references to draw from, especially for couple and group costumes, theme parties, or just showing off pop-culture literacy.

The easiest anime references are the iconic school uniforms, which are not only required attire at Japanese schools but are a symbol of youth and one's formative years. Sailor Moon, Dan Da Dan, and Neon Genesis Evangelion all feature fairly basic uniforms that can be made with plaid skirts, white button-downs, and a tie or bow. Other anime characters can be captured simply with a cool suit,...

Netflix announces the addition of Hunter X Hunter's two feature-length films, Phantom Rouge and The Last Mission, to its streaming platform on November 1, 2024. The 2011 anime adaptation of Hunter X Hunter is massively popular and has left its audience clamoring for more content since it ended in 2014. While these films are not as in-depth as the canonical arcs of the series, they certainly do scratch the itch, and will soon be available for repeat viewings.

Hunter X Hunter is an ongoing manga series created by Yoshihiro Togashi, whose other notable work includes the Shnen masterpiece, Yuyu Hakusho. Hunter X Hunter is filled with magical beasts, hidden treasures, and danger lurking around every corner, and the strongest, most daring members of society enter the exclusive Hunter Society by passing a grueling entrance exam. Once Gon Freecs and his newfound friends learn to harness their immense aura into energy for combat, called Nen.

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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The official website of The Rose Of Versailles anime film announced on Oct 8, 2024, that the release date for the film has been set for Jan 31, 2025.

Accompanying the announcement are character visuals of Oscar, Antoinette, André, and Fersen. Check them out below:

Oscar François de Jarjayes Marie Antoinette André Grandier Hans Axel von Fersen

Cast includes:

Miyuki Sawashiro as Oscar François de Jarjayes Aya Hirano as Marie Antoinette Toshiyuki Toyonaga as André Grandier Kazuki Katō as Hans Axel von Fersen

The film is directed by Ai Yoshimura, and produced by studio Mappa. The script is penned by Tomoko Komparu, with Mariko Oka handling the character designs. The music is produced by Hiroyuki Sawano along with Kohta Yamamoto.

The Rose of Versailles is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Riyoko Ikeda. It was originally serialized in the manga magazine Margaret from 1972 to 1973, while a revival of the series was published...

The anime medium now enjoys more mainstream popularity than ever as an increasing volume of new series joins its catalog with each passing year. As more anime titles become available to fans, classic works like Neon Genesis Evangelion grow even more revered for holding up against their modern counterparts.

Although the debut of a new anime undeniably breeds excitement among fans, Cowboy Bebop and other classics are arguably more impressive for maintaining popularity and influence over a long period. The best classic anime titles that have defined the medium for over a decade stand out for their relatable themes, captivating characters, and entertaining plots that create stories that never get old.

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The main cast of Sword Art Online is "tea-ing" up for their next adventure in a breathtaking collaboration with luxury tableware maker Noritake. An exquisite lineup of cups and saucers will feature imagery inspired by Kirito, Asuna and more.

Currently available via the Arma Bianca online store, the collaboration between Sword Art Online and Noritake features character-themed drinkware based on the anime TV series. The extravagant collection comes in three sets of two: Kirito and Asuna, Asuna and Konno Yuuki, and Kirito and Eugeo. Each cup and saucer reflects the characters' motifs, featuring a unique pattern for each relationship. Pre-orders are currently available until Oct. 10, 2024. Each set is priced at 35,200 yen (~US$249) and will be shipped sometime in February 2025.

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Kizumonogatari Koyomi Vamp brings intense action and deep storytelling. The film explores Koyomi's vampire origins and complex relationships. Fans can expect a deep dive into themes of humanity and morality.

The Monogatari series has been a huge success with audiences in Japan for its intricate storytelling, fan-favorite characters, and unique visuals. Known best for its philosophical tone, supernatural elements, and deep look into psychology, the franchise is commonly regarded as one of the best anime light novel adaptations. Now, the much-anticipated Kizumonogatari Koyomi Vamp film is set to come to the West, with Crunchyroll recently releasing an English-subtitled trailer.

The trailer perfectly shows the series' suspense and mysterious atmosphere, hinting at a dark and emotional story for the protagonist, Koyomi Araragi. The film, which is the latest installment in the Kizumonogatari arc, explores the origins of Koyomi's vampire transformation and his complex relationship with the vampire Kiss-Shot Acerola-Orion Heart-Under-Blade.

A certain meme sprung to mind when I awoke to last week’s double-whammy of old-school anime remake news. It’s that panel from a Watchmen comic where Dr. Manhattan sits pensively in isolation on the surface of Mars and is usually made to lament how time is a flat circle, a recent example of which remarked on Ghostbusters and Dune competing at the box office in three separate instances since 1984. Anime is hardly different from other mediums when it comes to rebooting or remaking older material for newer audiences, though it's arguably been slower to dig deeper for inspirations. In the last couple of years, we’ve mostly seen updates of adaptations that originate from the early 2000s or late '90s like Fruits Basket , Trigun , Shaman King , Spice and Wolf , Bartender , Tokyo Mew Mew , Forest of Piano , Orphen and so forth. A few recent exceptions include Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai...

The official website of Kimi Ni Todoke announced on July 9, 2024, that the third season of the anime will release exclusively on Netflix from Aug 1, 2024.

The website also unveiled the second trailer for Kimi Ni Todoke season 3 previewing the new opening theme song “Et cetera,” performed by imase.

Cast members include:

Miyuki Sawashiro as Ayane Yano Yūko Sanpei as Chizuru Yoshida Yūichi Nakamura as Ryū Sanada Mamoru Miyano as Kento Miura Yuki Ono as Kazuichi Arai (Pin) Aya Hirano as Ume Kurumizawa

Mamiko Noto, who voices Sawako Kuronuma, and Daisuke Namikawa, the voice behind Shota Kazehaya, reprised their lead roles in Kimi ni Todoke season 3.The animation will be handled once again by Production I.G.

Kenichi Matsuzawa will serve as the director, with Tomoko Konparu in charge of scripts along with Michiko Yokote. The music will once again be composed by S.E.N.S. Project, known for their work on series such...

We're just a couple days away from the return of the Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World anime, and we have everything you need to know to return to the battlefield. The Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 release date has been officially locked in for Crunchyroll, so look for the stream to kick off on July 10 at 7:30 a.m. Pt . In this article: Release Date and Exact Time Where to Watch Official Trailers Characters and Voice Actors Anime Staff Anime Key Visuals Plot When is Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 Coming Out? English Sub Release Date: - Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 premieres on July 10, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. Pt Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East and Cis Related: Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World...

The Rose Of Versailles anime film, which was originally announced in 2022, revealed its much awaited updates, including a new trailer, key visual, cast and staff details, on July 2, 2024.

According to the official website, The Rose Of Versailles anime film is set for a New Year 2025 release.

Checkout the trailer and key visual below:

Cast includes:

Miyuki Sawashiro as Oscar François de Jarjayes Aya Hirano as Marie Antoinette Toshiyuki Toyonaga as André Grandier Kazuki Katō as Hans Axel von Fersen

The film is directed by Ai Yoshimura, and produced by studio Mappa. The script is penned by Tomoko Komparu, with Mariko Oka handling the character designs. The music is produced by Hiroyuki Sawano along with Kohta Yamamoto.

The Rose of Versailles is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Riyoko Ikeda. It was originally serialized in the manga magazine Margaret from 1972 to 1973, while a revival of the series was published...

Mappa's New Rose of Versailles Anime Movie Unveils Early 2025 Theatrical Debut: Release Date Predictions Explored - Main Image

The dashing Oscar François de Jarjayes is set to return to theaters as the release date window for Mappa’s new Rose of Versailles anime film has been confirmed. In addition, more information, including the cast and staff, has also been revealed in a new promotional video.

Rose of Versailles Anime Movie Gets Early 2025 Release Window

The new Rose of Versailles anime film was first announced in September 2022 after an official website for the upcoming film opened and posted an announcement video and key visual.

Nearly two years have passed, and a second promotional video has been released, which confirms that the new Rose of Versailles anime film is getting an early 2025 release date window.

The announcement video showed the iconic characters of Ryoko Ikeda’s timeless manga series, from Oscar,...

Studio Mappa, the Japanese animation studio behind Jujutsu Kaisen and more, is releasing a new theatrical anime in 2025. The new movie is based on a landmark shojo series that made a massive impact on its genre and demographic: The Rose of Versailles.

In early 2025, a theatrical anime based on The Rose of Versailles will be released in Japan. The series' official YouTube channel uploaded the first teaser trailer online. Mappa is producing the film adaptation with Ai Yoshimura as director. Yoshimura was the series director for My Teen Romantic Comedy Snafu and directed episodes of popular anime series like Daily Lives of High School Boys, Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day and Blue Spring Ride.

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