Anime

Blood Blockade Battlefront & Beyond fans now have the chance to teleport to Hellsalem’s Lot through an incredible event at Tokyo Anime Center in DNP Plaza! Titled “Blood Blockade Battlefront: Leonardo Watch Report”, the exhibition is full of sketches, storyboards, scripts, and development art that will give fans a whole new appreciation for the series.
0 Comments
Gotouge Koyoharu’s Taisho era fantasy manga Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is getting a TV anime adaptation! Currently running in Weekly Shonen Jump, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba follows a young man named Tanjiro who has lost his entire family to demons, save for his younger sister, Nezuko. However, she is transformed into a demon
0 Comments
Figure enthusiasts in Tokyo had the chance to enjoy new and upcoming figures from popular anime, manga, games and more at WonHobby Gallery 2018 Spring! Held at Akiba CO Gallery on May 26 and 27, the event was free to enter, giving even more fans the chance to admire this season’s offerings. If you didn’t
0 Comments
Say hello to “Nee HelloPika”, an outrageously adorable Pikachu toy that turns its head and responds when called! Set to go on sale on Aug. 4, it’s a must-have for fans who never want to part with their favorite Pokémon. Not only does respond to being called with lines like “pikapika” and “pikapi!”, it also
0 Comments
On May 12, 2018, Chang- Gero Sonic 2018 was held in Tokyo, Japan at Odaiba Yagai Tokusetsu Kaijou. Chang-Gero Sonic is a live concert event organized by Gero, who is one of the most well-known Utattemita artists of all time! This year’s participants included: Gero, あらき (Araki), +a/あるふぁきゅん(Alfakyun) , __(Underbar) , CLEANERO, ぐるたみん(Gurutamin), ゴム (Gomu),
0 Comments
Otaku fashion brand SuperGroupies has teamed up with popular franchise Sword Art Online for a lineup inspired by Kirito and Asuna’s appearances in the movie Ordinal Scale! SuperGroupies is dedicated to providing stylish items that both honor fans’ love for anime and are practical enough for regular fashion, having previously released collections for anime like
0 Comments
Hosted twice a year by prominent figure manufacturer Megahouse, Mega Hobby Expo is an event packed with all the latest and best figures! This year’s spring edition was held on May 26 at Akihabara UDX’s AKIBA_SQUARE. As usual, all of the biggest manufacturers were in attendance, including Alter, Aniplex, Licorne, Hobby Japan, and of course,
0 Comments
Preorders have opened for the third installment in SEIKO and Fate/Grand Order’s collab watch series! Joining the lineup this time is “golden archer” Gilgamesh! While previous models were intended for male fans, this sleek design is aimed towards female fans. The stylish piece utilizes plenty of Gilgamesh-appropriate gold and retails at 45,000 yen (after tax).
0 Comments
The live action movie adaptation for Touken Ranbu has released a gorgeous new visual of Suzuki Hiroki as Mikazuki Munechika! The Touken Ranbu franchise revolves around a massively popular simulation game in which players collect famous swords. These weapons have been turned into warriors called Touken Danshi and fight to protect history. Since its release
0 Comments
When you find yourself in a pinch, look no further than Tanaka Ryunosuke of Karasuno High School’s volleyball team. This Haikyu!! favorite has already won the hearts of fans, but now he’s even more adorable thanks to his new Nendoroid! In keeping with Nendoroid style, he comes with some amazing extra expressions. His regular face
0 Comments
Tokyo Ghoul:re protagonist Sasaki Haise (or Kaneki Ken!) has joined Kotobukiya’s ARTFX J series of figures! Sasaki is featured in immaculate detail with his flowing coat and even the quinque Yukimura 1/3. He also comes with a replacement face part with an absolutely bone-chilling expression featuring his activated kagune…! The contrast between that and his
0 Comments
Additional cast members have been announced for the upcoming live action adaptation of Kubo Tite’s Bleach! Nagasawa Masami will play the role of Ichigo’s beloved mother Kurosaki Masaki, while Eguchi Yousuke will play his mysterious and goofy father Kurosaki Isshin. Koyanagi Yuu will take the role of his stoic classmate, Sado Yasutora and Mano Erina
0 Comments
The gorgeous and dangerous Panther of Persona 5 has arrived in Max Factory’s figma collection, and she’s ready for a fight! Panther (AKA Takamaki Ann) is one of Persona 5’s most popular playable characters, instantly recognizable from her striking red panther suit. From the bright and deep shades of red to the eyecatching violet glovers,
0 Comments
Sports, whether it’s ice skating, tennis, volleyball or boxing, is a consistently popular genre in anime. One type of sports anime that holds a special place in many fans’ hearts is soccer, ranging from classics like Captain Tsubasa to more recent titles like Cleanliness Boy! Aoyama-kun. Anime!Anime! surveyed 90 fans between May 9−12 to find
0 Comments
At the 52nd Prize Fair, Japan’s best-known toy and prize manufacturers previewed this season’s latest and greatest items set to appear as prizes in future! This event’s Tokyo edition was held on May 23 at TOC Ariake, and as usual, Banpresto’s booth was loaded with tempting figures, plushies, pillows and more. Be sure to prepare
0 Comments
The kabuki stage adaptation for Naruto Shippuden has given fans another sneak peek at the actors and costumes for Naruto and Sasuke in a new teaser video! Uzumaki Naruto is being played by Bandou Minosuke while Uchiha Sasuke is being played by Nakamura Hayato. While the two rivals’ costumes have been slightly modified, key characteristics
0 Comments
Dynamic backpacks and pouches themed around the sailor uniforms featured in popular idol anime Love Live! Sunshine!! are now up for preorder at TOM Projects! It was recently announced that Uranohoshi Girls’ Academy’s very own idol group Aqours will be heading to the big screen, so these bags are the perfect way to celebrate. Designs
0 Comments
Bakery Usagiza Lepus is teaming up with Tsukushi Akito’s Made in Abyss for a delicious collaboration! Located in Tokyo, Bakery Usagiza Lepus is a delicious bakery that is especially well known for its bunny-shaped bread. It seems like Nanachi will be taking over as shop manager for the collaboration, and she’ll be serving up a
0 Comments