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The Newest Manga App of 2022 Is Here! ~ Mangapon: Daily Comic App! ~
Available to download (iOS / Android) for free in over 70 countries including the US, Canada, Australia, Singapore, and more!
― Available to download (iOS / Android) for free in over 70 countries including the US, Canada, Australia, Singapore, and more! App launched on April 4th, 2022. WWWave of America Corp. has recently released Mangapon, a free manga reading app containing popular and exciting Jap...
ARTFX J Tengen Uzui from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
― The user of Sound Breathing, Tengen Uzui, will be released by Kotobukiya as a 1/8 scale figure! From the anime, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, comes to life in a dynamic pose, slicing down his enemies. The ends of his hair and clothes on his back flutter in the wind, with the wrinkles of his uniform reflecting his body's movements, creating a more impactful appear...
#SetTheStage with Hisayo Usui
Today, we'll be visiting Hisayo Usui is an art director at CloverWorks, her works include Fate/Grand Order, Horimiya, and SPY×FAMILY.
― Welcome back to another special #SetTheStage fan feedback feature! #SetTheStage is an ongoing campaign from Sony to bring you closer than ever before to many of the talented and innovative artists among its entertainment brands – including their anime studios. Today,...
#SetTheStage with Tetsuya Kawakami
Tetsuya Kawakami from A-1 Pictures talks about talks about the creative process while responding to viewer comments. Hear how his gaming experience is reflected in his work on 86 EIGHTY-SIX, and more.
― It's time to #SettheStage. For those of us who love pop culture, Sony is part of our daily lives. Whether it's playing acclaimed games on one of the PlayStation family of consoles, watching your favor...
HATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE! Jams Out On Android And iOS In The West
Calling all music anime fans, Hatsune Miku fans, and rhythm game fans! An English-language version of the free-to-play app game HATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE! was recently released on Android and iOS app stores.
― Calling all music anime fans, Hatsune Miku fans, and rhythm game fans! An English-language version of the free-to-play app game HATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE! (known as Project SEKAI COLORFUL...
Find out which MUSHOKU TENSEI character you are in GRAND SUMMONERS personality quiz!
Find out which of 6 characters — including Mushoku Tensei's Rudeus, Roxy, Eris, and Sylphiette — you're most compatible with!
― Grand Summoners — the #1 Anime RPG — features an exclusive Personality Quiz to let you find your most compatible MUSHOKU TENSEI character! Discover your match now! ↓↓↓ https://pr.grandsummoners.com/mushokutensei-quiz/index.html ↑↑↑ Enter to WIN tons of Prizes! Find out which...
Neon Genesis Evangelion Complete Series Blu-ray Coming in November
The upcoming Complete Series and Deluxe Edition boxed blu-ray sets are sold out almost everywhere, but one store has plenty of both.
― Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most influential anime of all time, and the highly anticipated Complete Series on Blu-ray Boxed Set will come out on November 9, 2021, followed by the Neon Genesis Evangelion Complete Series Blu-ray on December 8, exclusively at R...
Rean Schwarzer Figure from Kotobukiya
Take a close look at Kotobukiya's highly anticipated Rean Schwarzer Figure, the second in their The Legend of Heroes series of figures.
― Legend of Heroes fans, do you simp Rean Schwarzer? Good news! Kotobukiya is preparing to release the first Rean Schwarzer and it is glorious! Pre-orders for this gorgeous figure, Kotobukiya's second in The Legend of Heroes series are now live! Order yours now at S...
LCD 3D Printing in the Animation Industry
The Halot-One LCD 3D printer from Creality is the perfect 3D printer for animation fans, professionals and businesses. Use it to create your own personal figures as well as prototypes figures.
― In recent years, as the 3D printing industry grows, the cost of LCD 3D printers and photosensitive resins has gradually decreased, making it one of the ideal choices for making animation molds. In addition, 3...
Shield Hero Powers Up Season 2 Collaboration with Grand Summoners
― GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its massively updated collaboration with the popular anime series The Rising of the Shield Hero. Shield Hero Crossover Highlights Everyone joining GRAND SUMMONERS can get ★5 Naofumi Iwatani for FREE by completing the collab quest! Plus, get a chance to win ★5 Limited Shield Hero units for FREE every day during the month-long “Season 2” crossover! Highlights inclu...
Unleash the Power of the Mind in SCARLET NEXUS
Unleash the Power of the Mind in SCARLET NEXUS. The highly anticipated action JRPG video game is set to release this month! There's a lot to look forward to. About The Game In the far distant future, a psionic hormone was discovered in the human brain, granting people extra-sensory powers and changed the world as we knew it. As humanity entered this new era, deranged mutants known as Others began ...
Godzilla Attacks in a MONSTER-SIZED Collaboration with GRAND SUMMONERS
GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its epic collaboration with the world's most famous monster GODZILLA.
― GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its epic collaboration with the world's most famous monster GODZILLA. Godzilla Crossover Highlights Everyone joining GRAND SUMMONERS gets Godzilla FREE on day 1 of the month-long crossover! Highlights include: - Get Godzilla on Day 1 of the crossover GUARANTEED...
A Collab with Real IMPACT: Bershka x EVANGELION
Give your wardrobe a '90s reboot with Bershka's latest mini capsule inspired by a popular Japanese anime
― Give your wardrobe a '90s reboot with Bershka's latest mini capsule inspired by a popular Japanese anime. EVANGELION is a medium-defining franchise. Even 25 years after Shinji first got in the robot, the latest EVANGELION film is finding new records to break in the Japanese box office, and lifel...
KILL la KILL Powers Up in Massively Updated Collaboration with GRAND SUMMONERS
GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its massively updated collaboration with the popular anime series KILL la KILL.
― GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its massively updated collaboration with the popular anime series KILL la KILL. KILL la KILL Crossover Highlights Everyone joining GRAND SUMMONERS gets a chance to win ★5 Limited KILL la KILL units for FREE every day during the month-long crossover! H...
Hatsune Miku featured in its first-ever Crossover with GRAND SUMMONERS
GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its collaboration with the world-renowned virtual singer Hatsune Miku.
― GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its collaboration with the world-renowned virtual singer Hatsune Miku. Hatsune Miku Crossover Highlights Everyone joining GRAND SUMMONERS gets a chance to win ★5 Limited Hatsune Miku units for FREE every day during the crossover! Highlights include: -Get summo...
A Closer Look at S.H.Figuarts' HIT and COOLER FINAL FORM Figures
S.H.Figuarts' new HIT and COOLER FINAL FORM Dragon Ball figures are now available for pre-order on Premium Bandai USA.
― S.H.Figuarts' new HIT and COOLER FINAL FORM Dragon Ball figures are now available for pre-order on Premium Bandai USA. Check out the galleries below to see them in all their glory. S.H.Figuarts HIT - $60 IMG hit01.jpg IMG hit02.jpg IMG hit03.jpg IMG hit04.jpg IMG hit05.jpg IMG hit0...
This Transforming Unicorn Gundam May Not Be Life-Size, it's the Next Best Thing
Since 2017, a life-size, transforming Unicorn Gundam has stood tall in Tokyo's Odaiba. Several times a day, it transforms in a flurry of light and sound, bringing the anime into the real world. While you can't exactly take something so massive home with you, this transforming Unicorn Gundam bust is a pretty good alternative. Now available at Premium Bandai USA, the REAL EXPERIENCE MODEL RX-0 UNICO...
Naruto: Ninja Arena Comes to North America
Naruto: Ninja Arena is a fast paced, real-time board game that truly captures the exciting back and forth combat that has always been central to Naruto.
― Naruto was one of those shows that brought countless new fans into the world of anime nearly 16 years ago. Now, a number of those fans who grew up with the show have become game designers and made games for their favorite shows! Enter Naruto: Ninj...
Relive the 90s with Digimon and Demon Slayer-themed Virtual Pets
If you were a kid in the 90s, you probably had a Tamagotchi at some point. And if not, you can remedy that right now.
― If you were a kid in the 90s, you probably had a Tamagotchi at some point. And if not, you can remedy that right now. Currently, Premium Bandai USA is offering two different kinds of virtual pets. The first is a new set of Tamagotchi. However, instead of raising a monster, you can r...
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Returns to Grand Summoners with More Content!
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime returns to the #1 anime RPG, Grand Summoners with powered-up units and tons of content!
― That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime returns to the #1 anime RPG, Grand Summoners, on January 29th with powered-up units and tons of content! What is GRAND SUMMONERS Grand Summoners is an epic Anime RPG with heated, real-time RPG battles -- all in cutting-edge pixel...
Premium Bandai's Black Friday Lineup
From Gundam to Demon Slayer, Love Live! to Ghost in the Shell, there’s something for everyone at Premium Bandai’s Black Friday Sale!
― From Black Friday to Cyber Monday, tons of new and returning items are coming to Premium Bandai. Premium Bandai will also be handing out discount coupons for many of these items on a first-come, first-served basis. (Get your coupons here!) Moreover, if you order over ...
Get the Case Closed Movie “The Crimson Love Letter” on Digital This November!
Fans of the long-time Case Closed franchise in the United States and Canada can rent or purchase The Crimson Love Letter on Google Play, iTunes, Microsoft Store, PlayStation Store, and Amazon Prime Video.
― TMS has officially announced that the Case Closed movie Case Closed: The Crimson Love Letter can now be purchased on digital starting November 19th. Fans of the long-time franchise in the United S...
Don't miss NTWRK Presents Anime NYC Online Powered By Crunchyroll!
Anime NYC is New York's anime convention, and for the first time, it's going online this year - and open to the whole world! From November 17-20, enjoy four anime-packed evenings of virtual panels, interviews, watch parties, Japanese guests, and much more.
― Anime NYC is New York's anime convention, and for the first time, it's going online this year - and open to the whole world! From November 17-2...
All the Must-See Anime and Manga Content at NYCC's Metaverse
Like many events around the world, this year's New York Comic Con (NYCC) will happen remotely. Check out all the anime and manga content you won't want to miss (like Kunihiko Ikuhara!)
― Like many events around the world, this year's New York Comic Con (NYCC) will happen remotely. The event, which boasted over a quarter of a million attendees in 2018, will continue online via Reedpop's Metaverse site...
You Can't Go to NYCC This Year but You Can Still Get Some Awesome Figures
NYCC may have gone online only this year as part of the “New York Comic Con x MCM Comic Con Metaverse” but there are still some cool figures be had—especially these Dragon Ball and Star Wars figures.
― NYCC may have gone online only this year as part of the “New York Comic Con x MCM Comic Con Metaverse” but there are still some cool figures be had—especially these Dragon Ball and Star Wars figures. Y...
One-Punch Man Returns to GRAND SUMMONERS in a Powered-up Collaboration
GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its massively updated collaboration with the popular anime series One-Punch Man.
― GRAND SUMMONERS surprises again in its massively updated collaboration with the popular anime series One-Punch Man. One-Punch Man Crossover Highlights Long-time fans of GRAND SUMMONERS can get a ★5 Limited One-Punch Man unit for FREE, while new players will get 3x crossover units tota...
Translucent Parts Breathe New Life into Classic Gunpla
As part of the Gundam Online Expo an unheard of amount of over 60 exclusive Gunpla are available for purchase—including both new exclusives and Gundam Base Limited exclusives.
― This week, as part of the Gundam Online Expo an unheard of amount of over 60 exclusive Gunpla are available for purchase—including both new exclusives and Gundam Base Limited exclusives. While you may have seen many of these...
Golden Kamuy Comes to GRAND SUMMONERS in New Crossover
GRAND SUMMONERS brings more surprises with their revival crossover with popular Shonen anime series Golden Kamuy.
― GRAND SUMMONERS brings more surprises with their revival crossover with popular Shonen anime series Golden Kamuy. Golden Kamuy Crossover Highlights Newcomers and long-time fans of GRAND SUMMONERS can get the Ultimate LUCK Attacker Toshizo Hijikata ★5 unit for FREE! Highlights include: -...
Finally, a Large Naruto Figure Sporting His Original Goggles
The vast majority of Naruto figures out there have him wearing the normal headband—but not this figure.
― Back when the Naruto series began, Naruto didn't wear one of the series' iconic ninja headband, he used to wear a pair of goggles instead. It wasn't until he passed the genin exam that he switched over to the headband. Of course, as this happened rather early on, the vast majority of Naruto figur...
Which of These Kirby Figures is the Cutest?
BANDAI SPIRITS once again returns with a Banpresto Box featuring the pink puff ball, Kirby, himself. This time, he's not alone, however.
― BANDAI SPIRITS once again returns with a Banpresto Box featuring the pink puff ball, Kirby, himself. This time, he's not alone, however. Waddle Dee and Magolor have come to join him in trying on some stylish hats. All three are cute but the question remains, which...
The Most Popular Gunpla on Premium Bandai USA
A wide array of Gunpla Gundam models have been appearing on Premium Bandai USA. But you may be wondering, among those over 50 models, which are the most popular?
― Over the last few months, a wide array of Gunpla Gundam models have been appearing on Premium Bandai USA—many of them never before released in America. But you may be wondering, among those over 50 models, which are the most popular? *Note...
You Can't Go to SDCC This Year but You Can Still Get the Exclusive Figures
Don't miss out on the exclusive Dragon Ball and Godzilla figures that are available to order right now at Premium Bandai USA!
― San Diego Comic-Con may have been canceled and turned into an online event this year but that doesn't mean you'll have to miss out on the exclusive Dragon Ball and Godzilla figures that would have been released at the convention center. In fact, you can order them right now ...
My Hero Academia Heroes Rising in Theaters in Finland and Denmark July 16
― Are you ready? The new plus-ultra My Hero Academia movie arrives in theaters starting on July 16th in Denmark and Finland! It's going to be EPIC, with a battle beyond anything fans have ever seen! A huge screen for a huge movie… and with Danish and Finnish subs! Don't wait and book your tickets right now by clicking on the cinema of your choice! In Denmark: On July 16th• Copenhagen (Grand Teatret)...
Yu Yu Hakusho Comes to GRAND SUMMONERS in New Collaboration
GRAND SUMMONERS brings more surprises with a new collaboration with the popular Shonen anime series Yu Yu Hakusho.
― GRAND SUMMONERS brings more surprises with a new collaboration with the popular Shonen anime series Yu Yu Hakusho. Yu Yu Hakusho Crossover Highlights Newcomers and long-time fans of GRAND SUMMONERS an get a Yu Yu Hakusho ★5 unit for FREE! Highlights include: - Get a Yu Yu Hakusho ★5 un...
Shield Hero Makes Its Way to GRAND SUMMONERS in New Collaboration
GRAND SUMMONERS brings more surprises with a new collaboration with The Rising of The Shield Hero!
― GRAND SUMMONERS brings more surprises with a new collaboration with the popular anime series The Rising of The Shield Hero. Newcomers and long-time fans of GRAND SUMMONERS can get the Shield Hero ★5 Naofumi Iwatani for FREE! Highlights include: - Get ★5 Naofumi (fully voiced) for free! - Summon Raphta...
The 5 Coolest Gunpla Coming to Premium Bandai
Pre-order only Gunpla are coming to PREMIUM BANDAI USA. With more than 20 offerings, here are the coolest of the cool
― Starting today, limited-run, pre-order only Gunpla are coming to PREMIUM BANDAI USA. With more than 20 offerings, here are the coolest of the cool. #5 DESTINY GUNDAM [TITANIUM FINISH] Price: $77 Type: Real Grade Scale: 1/144 Series: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Why it's Cool: Wit...
Everything You Need to Know About Coolmic!
Introducing Coolmic, an official digital comics and anime store that provides Japanese comics in English and in French for smartphone users.
― We are happy to introduce you to Coolmic, an official digital comics and anime store that provides Japanese comics in English (since 2018) and in French (since 2019) for smartphone users. Coolmic also publishes exclusive, original comics that can only be read...
Zenonzard is Worth Watching for the Music Alone
Episode 1 of Bandai's new anime drops on YouTube today. It's definitely worth your time.
― Zenonzard is the companion anime to the card battle smartphone game of the same name. Set in a future where the most popular sport in the world is the collectible card game Zenonzard, Episode 0 follows Sota Azuma. A young man with incredible talent, he has sworn off playing the game for secretive reasons of hi...
What is Kirby's Favorite Food?
If Kirby is famous for one thing, it’s eating. After all, he inhales his enemies, gaining their powers. However, that’s not all he eats.
― This article is brought to you by the upcoming Banpresto Box Kirby's Dolce Collection. For more information, scroll to the end of the article. If Kirby is famous for one thing, it's eating. After all, he inhales his enemies, gaining their powers. However, that's ...
Tokyo Chronos - Debuted No1 on PSVR Store in Japan!
Uncover the secrets of Shibuya and escape from this deserted world! Get the Tokyo Chronos PSVR game today.
― About 15 hours playtime, one of the most popular VR games in Japan! Uncover the secrets of Shibuya and escape from this deserted world! The Original VR Mystery Visual Novel Tokyo Chronos is now available on Oculus Rift, Oculus Go, Oculus Quest, HTC Viive, and PlayStation© VR. The PSVR version...
Mirei's English-Language debut launches today.
Japanese singer/songwriter MIREI possesses a truly transcendent voice, delicate and ethereal yet supremely skilled at channeling complex emotion. Born in Osaka and based in Tokyo, the 21-year-old artist now brings her magnetic vocal presence to Take Me Away— her forthcoming EP which instantly affirms her rare talent for making dance-pop music with both heartfelt sensitivity and unapologetic power.
Aqours from Love Live! Sunshine!! Returns to Anime Expo!
Aqours will hold concert LOVE LIVE! SUNSHINE!! Aqours World LoveLive! in LA ~BRAND NEW WAVE~ at Anime Expo 2019!
― On July 5th and 6th, Aqours will take over The Novo in downtown Los Angeles for two performances. With their show titled LOVE LIVE! SUNSHINE!! Aqours World LoveLive! in LA ~BRAND NEW WAVE~ Aqours (pronounced “aqua”) is the school idol group formed in Uchiura, Shizuoka, for the multimedi...
Fans won't want to miss KINGDOM HEARTS Orchestra -World of Tres-!
Reunite with beloved music and worlds from the KINGDOM HEARTS series with KINGDOM HEARTS –World of Tres-, a brand-new concert that's currently touring around the world.
― The ultimate KINGDOM HEARTS official symphonic concert tour has started! Following the acclaimed release of KINGDOM HEARTS III video game and its unforgettable ending, fans can reunite with beloved music and worlds from the KINGDOM ...
Do not miss Final Fantasy VII - A Symphonic Reunion –
It is time to reunite! To reunite the FINAL FANTASY VII fans in a special, unique, and exclusive event, to reunite the best music and most memorable video sequences of the epic adventure, and to reunite all the spin-offs with the main legendary episode…
― Do not miss FINAL FANTASY VII - A Symphonic Reunion – Los Angeles (Dolby Theatre) - Sunday, June 9, 2019 (6pm) It is time to reunite! To reunite t...
OTAQUEST LIVE brings a stacked lineup of Japanese musical acts to Los Angeles this July!
OTAQUEST LIVE is returning to Los Angeles on July 3, and some of Japan's biggest names in music are coming along for the ride!
― OTAQUEST LIVE is returning to Los Angeles on July 3, 2019 and some of Japan's biggest names in music are coming along for the ride! This one-night-only event highlights a stacked lineup the likes of which won't be found anywhere in the world, not even in Japan! You won't w...
DRAGON BALL WORLD ADVENTURE: The Exciting Tour Returns This Year!
Dates, cities, and more information revealed!
― In 2018, to commemorate the release of Dragon Ball Super: BROLY, the ground-breaking “DRAGON BALL NORTH AMERICA TOUR” visited seven cities across the United States and Canada. Featuring a life-sized replica of the “World Martial Arts Tournament” (“Tenkaichi Budokai”), the booth appeared in the news as North America was engulfed in Dragon Ball fever. Bu...
Awesome Artists to Watch Out for in Japan Night at NYC!
Four of the top Japanese music acts are coming to New York City. Get ready to jam with friends as you enjoy great Japanese music as part of Japan 2019 presents Japan Night!
― Four of the top Japanese music acts are coming to New York City on May 12, 2019! Get ready to jam with friends as you enjoy great Japanese music as part of Japan 2019 presents Japan Night. It is one event that you shouldn't mis...
4 Reasons Not to Miss METAL GEAR in CONCERT
A symphony orchestra will perform the most beloved music and songs from METAL GEAR. Here are the 4 reasons why you must not miss this event!
― A symphony orchestra will perform the most beloved music and songs from METAL GEAR with giant screen HD video projection. Here are the 4 reasons why you must not miss this event! 1- US Premiere: for the first time an official concert in the US! The official M...
What You Need to Know Before Watching Gundam NT
Just in case you're new to the Gundam franchise, or just want a bit of a refresher, here's what you should know to get the most out of the Gundam NT film.
― The newest addition to the seminal Gundam franchise, the film Mobile Suit Gundam Narrative, is coming to over 450 US theaters for one day only: February 19, 2019. But just in case you're new to the Gundam franchise, or just want a bit of a refre...
Strike a Pose with These JoJo Accessories, Ties, Hoodies, and More
Are you in for some awesome JoJo merchandise this holiday season? Well, with Premium Bandai’s Christmas Sale in full swing, now’s the perfect chance to get some.
― Are you a fan of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure? Are you in the market for some high quality JoJo merchandise? Well, with Premium Bandai's Christmas Sale in full swing, now's the perfect chance to get some. If you head over to Premium Bandai, yo...
Char's Counterattack Hoodies and T-Shirts Invade Premium Bandai
As part of Premium Bandai's Black Friday sale, you'll get $15 off every order between now and Cyber Monday.
― Got an itch that only Char's Counterattack apparel can scratch? Then today is your day. Hoodies and T-shirts are on the way! Better still, as part of Premium Bandai's Black Friday sale, you'll get $15 off every order between now and Cyber Monday. Char's Counterattack Hoodies $85.00 Like the ...
Own A Digital Copy of Fireworks Today!
Get ready for a beautifully animated dramatic romance with a twist of sci-fi. Get the digital copy of Genki Kawamura's Fireworks today!
― From Genki Kawamura, the producer of the worldwide anime sensation Your Name, comes Fireworks, a title worth adding to your growing anime movie collection. Get ready for a beautifully animated dramatic romance with a twist of sci-fi! About the Film Fireworks is ba...
Anisong World Matsuri is Coming to Anime NYC!
Anime NYC is going to be exciting as Anisong World Matsuri will be happening on November 16 and 17. Get ready to jam with its great line-up of awesome Japanese artists!
― This year's Anime NYC will be even more exciting because Anisong World Matsuri will be held for two awesome days on November 16 and 17. Get ready to jam with its great line-up as this unforgettable J-Pop music event takes place at ...
Listen to the Full Version of the Attack on Titan theme “Red Swan” by YOSHIKI and HYDE Now!
Two great Japanese artists YOSHIKI and HYDE collaborated in one awesome theme song for the Attack on Titan anime.
― Two awesome singers YOSHIKI and HYDE are performing the Attack on Titan season 3 theme song “Red Swan”. Its official worldwide premiere is TODAY and you can grab it on iTunes now, where it's already hit #1 on the Rock charts in 10 countries (Japan, Finland, Greece, Chile, Argentina, Co...
KINGDOM HEARTS Orchestra - US Summer Tour Starting Next Week!
The KINGDOM HEARTS Orchestra - US Summer Tour is a concert event that you shouldn't miss!
― The KINGDOM HEARTS Orchestra – World Tour 2018 launched on June 9th with an unforgettable sold-out show at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles. With composer Yoko Shimomura on stage, and surprise special appearance by director Tetsuya Nomura that announced the long-awaited release date of KINGDOM HEA...
Get Ready to Jam in Anisong World Matsuri at AX 2018!
This year's Anime Expo is going to be jam-packed as an awesome line-up of Japanese artists will be present in the Anisong World Matsuri.
― This year's Anime Expo is going to be jam-packed as an awesome line-up of Japanese artists will be present in the Anisong World Matsuri. It's an epic 3-day (July 4, 6, and 7) festival event filled with awesome live performances for AX attendees! It is a once-in-a...
Advice for Aspiring Manga Artists, from Manga Artists!
Five female manga creators from around the world and TOKYOPOP sat down to ask about how they got started in the business, what inspired them on their journey, and how they crafted their stories.
― For many aspiring manga artists, breaking into the industry can be a daunting prospect. You've got the passion, you've been reading manga for years and you know this is what you want to do. But where do yo...
Survey: Tell us about your favorite anime
Tell us what anime you want to see remade and you might win a $100 Amazon gift certificate.
― One of ANN's customers is looking for some opinions and put this survey together. E-mail addresses are requested in order to contact the winners of the gift certificates. They will not be used for any other purpose. If you are interested in providing your opinions on the survey, but not interested in winning...
Survey: Tell us about your favorite anime
One of ANN's customers is running a survey about what anime you'd like to see remade, and they're offering $1000 worth of Amazon gift certificates given out to random participants.
― One of ANN's customers is looking for some opinions and put this survey together. E-mail addresses are requested in order to contact the winners of the gift certificates. They will not be used for any other purpose. If y...
Survey: Tell us about your favorite anime
Fill out a short survey for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon Gift Certificates!
― One of ANN's customers is looking for some opinions and put this survey together. E-mail addresses are requested in order to contact the winners of the gift certificates. They will not be used for any other purpose. If you are interested in providing your opinions on the survey, but not interested in winning a gif...
Discover the FINAL FANTASY® XIV Symphonic Concert US Premiere
A new milestone in FINAL FANTASY® XIV Online history will be achieved with the first-ever official orchestral concert of the game being performed outside of Japan and premiering in the US at Hollywood's world-famous, Dolby Theatre.
― A new milestone in FINAL FANTASY® XIV Online history will be achieved from June 15–16, 2018, with the first-ever official orchestral concert of the game being performed ...
Hidden Gems on HIDIVE
With a catalogue filled with new and classic titles, you can always discover something new to watch (or re-watch) on HIDIVE.
― With a catalogue filled with new and classic titles, you can always discover something new to watch (or re-watch) on HIDIVE. Feeling a little nostalgic? There's something for that. Want a slapstick comedy, or a something more psychological? HIDIVE has you covered! Here's som...
5 HIDIVE Features for the Anime Fan
HIDIVE has a number of features designed for anime fans. Read more to check out our five favorites.
― If you do not already have a HIDIVE subscription, you are missing out on a lot! Since launching in 2017, the platform has been providing the anime community with more than just a means to watch anime. HIDIVE has a number of features designed for anime fans. Check out our five favorites: 1. DUBCAST℠ ...
'Come to Japan' Campaign: Last Chance to Win a Trip to Japan!
Here is your last chance to win a trip to Japan! Follow Kizuna AI as she talks about Japanese traits.
― Hello! I'm Kizuna AI, the (self-proclaimed) world's first YouTuber. I'm also the ambassador of the ‘Come to Japan’ campaign, which is organized by the Japan National Tourism Organization's (JNTO) New York office and designed to encourage everyone to come to Japan! First, I want to thank everyone w...
'Come to Japan' Campaign: Visit the Kizuna AI Booth at Japan Week for Another Chance to Win a Trip to Japan!
Previously, Kizuna AI talked to us about Japanese culinary culture. This time, she'll be talking about Japan's amazing technologies!
― Hello! I'm Kizuna AI, the (self-proclaimed) world's first YouTuber. I'm also the ambassador of the ‘Come to Japan’ campaign organized by the Japan National Tourism Organization's (JNTO) New York office! Speaking of New York, I'm excited to announce that we will have ...
Win a Trip to Japan with Kizuna AI
You may have chance to win a trip to Japan! Join Kizuna AI as she shares some cool stuff in her Japanese culinary culture video!
― Hello! I'm Kizuna AI, the (self-proclaimed) world's first YouTuber! Thanks to your amazing support, I've been chosen as the Japan National Tourism Organization's (JNTO) ‘Come to Japan’ campaign ambassador! This campaign features many components, including a sweepstakes w...
Crunchyroll Anime Awards Predictions, Guests, and More!
To celebrate the upcoming Anime Awards, Crunchyroll is excited to announce its partnership with Twitch to exclusively livestream the awards ceremony, live from Hollywood.
― To celebrate the Anime Awards, Crunchyroll is excited to announce its partnership with Twitch to exclusively livestream the awards ceremony, live from Hollywood at at 6:00PM PST on Saturday, February 24th. Follow Crunchyroll's Tw...
A Mountain of Manga Coming to the USA
A mountain of manga has arrived at an eBook store near you, thanks to Media Do International, Inc. (MD-i), a new manga provider in North America.
― A mountain of manga has arrived at an eBook store near you, thanks to Media Do International, Inc. (MD-i), a new manga provider in North America. MD-i is the US subsidiary of Media Do, the largest eBook distribution group in Japan that has close ties to e...
5 Cards You Should Know Before the Twitch Yu-Gi-Oh! Marathon
Didn't need to call a Time Wizard for this one. Twitch drew 236 episodes of Yu-Gi-Oh! from their deck. Starting today, the beloved English dub of the series will air on twitch.tv as part of their ongoing anime marathon. Before the duels begin, here are 5 cards you should know .
― Didn't need to call a Time Wizard for this one. Twitch drew 236 episodes of Yu-Gi-Oh! from their deck. Starting today, th...
Exclusive Hatsune Miku 10th Anniversary Items and Deals on Tokyo Otaku Mode
Checkout the exclusive Hatsune Miku 10th Anniversary merchandise and the opportunity to get 10 times the TOM points.
― August 31st marked virtual idol Hatsune Miku's 10th Anniversary and the celebration is set to continue for an entire year. Over at the Tokyo Otaku Mode (TOM) Shop, fans outside of Japan can purchase exclusive Hatsune Miku items normally available only within Japan, and even enjoy 10...
[Deadline Extended!] Reserve Your SAO Weapon-based Computer Glasses!
Sword Art Online and Tokyo Otaku Mode (TOM) have collaborated on computer glasses inspired by the powerful weapons of fan-favorite characters!
― Wield the mighty weapons of Sword Art Online and protect your vision! Sword Art Online and Tokyo Otaku Mode (TOM) have collaborated on computer glasses inspired by the powerful weapons of fan-favorite characters including Kirito's Elucidator and Dark Repulse...
The Greatest Digimon Adventure Continues!
The new epic adventure for the original DigiDestined heroes continues with Digimon Adventure tri.: Determination, released for the first time on Blu-ray and DVD! It is the successor to Digimon Adventure tri.: Reunion (already available), and the second of six new Digimon feature-length films which bring back many of the English-language voice-actors from the original Digimon TV series. This editio...
Anisong World Matsuri at Otakon 2017
Anisong World Matsuri, the anisong superstar music event, hits the nation’s capital this weekend with back to back concerts on August 11 & 12. t
― Anisong World Matsuri, the anisong superstar music event, hits the nation's capital this weekend with back to back concerts on August 11 & 12. After scoring thousands of fans at Anime Expo over the past two years, Anisong World Matsuri will make its debut...
How Photographs Can Be Used To Create Manga/Graphic Novels/Comics
What if you could have a manga-style story in live-action? No, we don't mean a film or a TV show based on a manga, but an actual comic strip that uses photography, plus ingenious practical and digital effects.
― What if you could have a manga-style story in live-action? No, we don't mean a film or a TV show based on a manga, but an actual comic strip that uses photography, plus ingenious practical an...
What's New in Tekken 7: Fated Retribution
Tekken 7: Fated Retribution is out Today! Find out what's new in the latest installment of the number one fighting game of all time!
― It's a long-running tale of international intrigue, demonic powers, multi-generational martial artists, and bears and robots. It's Tekken, and it's long been a premier 3-D fighting series in arcades and consoles. With Tekken 7: Fated Retribution set to arrive on the ...
Eureka Seven Hi - Evolution
12 years since the impressive original TV series. The Theatrical Trilogy begins.
― 12 years since the impressive original TV series. The Theatrical Trilogy begins. Eureka Seven: Hi - Evolution 1 Theatrical release in 2017 Eureka Seven: Hi - Evolution 2 Theatrical release in 2018 Eureka Seven: Hi - Evolution 3 Theatrical release in 2019 12 years since the impressive TV series, a new telling of the st...
Why Are There So Many Parallel World Anime?
Sword Art Online, Re:Zero and No Game No Life are but three examples. Where did all the isekai anime come from?
― It's the middle of the dullest day ever. You pay for your toilet paper without even looking at the shop assistant who hands you the change. You're so bored with life, day after day doing nothing to speak of, except for gaining another few levels on that RPG at home. The shop doors slide o...
Monster Musume Voting Results!
Not only the global results, but also the Japanese results. How did Global readers on ANN differ from Japanese readers (hint: the top 3 are not the same!).
― The votes have been cast, the results tallied. The hackers trying to push Ms. Smith to first place have been detected, captured and handed over to Rachnera for disposal. Yes, the world's most diverse beauty contest, where species is no barrier, ...
Seven Times Monster Musume Almost Became Rated R
Monster Musume is a very, very naughty manga. When you've got a harem interspecies comedy where the girls are half-snake, half-horse or half-slime mould, the sexy permutations are pretty much infinite. Below, we've nominated our seven favourite guilty pleasures from Monster Musume's early chapters. Warning: the following scenes contain acts which some people may find unnatural... 1 – Monster Musu...
The Monster Girls Want to Play!
The spicy boy-meet-girl-monsters manga comedy Monster Musume has been a hit since it slithered sexily from the mind of artist OKAYADO. You could call it a harem manga, but you've never seen a harem like this one. It starts with a bird-girl, a snake-girl and a horse-girl, and then it gets really strange. All these ladies are flying, clopping and otherwise perambulating to Japan as part of a govern...
EDM Fan? Now is the Perfect Time to Visit Tokyo!
Ultra Japan, Tokyo Game Show, Akihabara, Shibuya and Shinjuku. What more could you want?
― Are you an EDM fan? Are you a fan of Japanese pop-culture like anime, manga or Japanese video games? If you are, now is the perfect time to visit Japan. The world's largest traveling Electronic Music festival, ULTRA, heads to Tokyo for Ultra Japan September 17, 18 and 19th in Odaiba. Only 40 minutes away from O...
Fate/Grand Order Saber Artoria Pendragon Figure
Saber Artoria Pendragon is as majestic as ever with her cloak, crown, and swords in this high quality figure from Medicom Toy, available immediately on Tokyo Otaku Mode.
― Saber Artoria Pendragon is as majestic as ever with her cloak, crown, and swords in this Real Action Heroes figure by Medicom Toy. And the best part is, you don't have to wait months for your pre-order to arrive. She is available f...
As The Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Comes to North American Cinemas, Explore The Epic's Real History!
Rurouni Kenshin is one of the greatest historical adventures ever told. It chronicles the deeds of Himura Kenshin, a wandering swordsman in a fast modernising Japan, who was an assassin but now vows never to take another life. Many ANN readers will know Kenshin through the original manga by Nobuhiro Watsuki, or its subsequent anime adaptations. But now Kenshin's story is brought to radiantly color...
The Secrets of Hit Visual Novel -Sharin no Kuni-
Why is Sharin no Kuni, Himawari no Shojo so popular? With a Kickstarter campaign under-way, find out why fans are clamoring for an official English language adaptation.
― When was the last time you were deeply moved or surprised by something? If you would like to add some more emotion to your daily life, there's a Japanese visual novel that you definitely need to know about! Sharin no Kuni, Himawari...
LOOT Anime Celebrates Victory!
This month, Loot Anime celebrates VICTORY in sports and competition with some of your favorite team-based anime and manga series. And when it comes to sports-based anime, Free! and Yowamushi Pedal are unquestionably two of our favorites. Free! may not focus heavily on swimming, but what resonated with us was how a primarily individual sport still had a strong team dynamic to it. We know Free! has...
The Boy and the Beast Comes to Blu-ray and DVD!
Mamoru Hosoda is back! The celebrated director of The Wolf Children, Summer Wars and The Girl Who Leapt Through Time brings us his new epic, released to Blu-ray and DVD on June 7!
― Mamoru Hosoda is back! The celebrated director of Wolf Children, Summer Wars and The Girl Who Leapt Through Time brings us his new epic, The Boy and the Beast. The film is released by Funimation on June 7 in two editions....
Get Great Anime Discounts at Voucherbin!
We know anime fandom can be an expensive lifestyle. Collecting is fun and addictive, but it can also be costly. But if your disposable income is running short, then look up Voucher.Bin.co.uk!
― We know anime fandom can be an expensive lifestyle. Collecting is fun and addictive, but it can also be costly, rooting out that last missing piece of your fave mecha or magic girl franchise, or the huge bust ...
Angel Beats! 1st Beat Guitar Print Messenger Bag (Yui Model)
Keep a memento of the charismatic all-girls band Girls Dead Monster and their new lead vocalist Yui from Angel Beats! with you on all your missions with this unique messenger bag. Designed to look just like Yui's guitar, this bag features a cleverly crafted shape and detailed image complete with the iconic Girls Dead Monster and SSS logos printed on the synthetic leather material. With clips on bo...
Samurai Armor Hoodies, now available for pre-order
If you missed out on the crowdfunding campaign, these awesome hoodies are available for a limited time only. Plus your chance to win an exclusive Samurai Armor T-Shirt.
― We've all experienced that phase of wanting to be a samurai. (Alright, maybe we still do.) Well, now you can satisfy that desire with a revolutionary Samurai Armor Hoodie! Designed in Japan and originally available only in Japan, t...
Loot Anime Joins Forces with Crunchyroll for Greatness
New bonus for ANN readers, fill out the survey and get a discount code to subscribe to any Loot Crate subscription.
― The monthly mystery subscription service Loot Anime has done the fusion dance with Crunchyroll to form Loot Anime x Crunchyroll, a new partnership with new powers that will benefit subscribers of both platforms! Looters with a Crunchyroll Premium account can now link that account to ...
Loot Anime Joins Forces with Crunchyroll for Greatness
The monthly mystery subscription service Loot Anime has done the fusion dance with Crunchyroll to form Loot Anime x Crunchyroll. To celebrate, we're announcing our latest theme: UNITY.
― The monthly mystery subscription service Loot Anime has done the fusion dance with Crunchyroll to form Loot Anime x Crunchyroll, a new partnership with new powers that will benefit subscribers of both platforms! Loo...
Otaku Anime Fan Fest Next Weekend
Otaku Anime Fan Fest is coming to New Jersey next weekend. Get a glimpse behind the scenes at Otaku USA Magazine, meet the Otaku who create the magazine,and dozens of guests from the Anime and Manga industry!
― Don't Miss The Party! Free OTAKU USA Subscription with your registration! Register now for the OTAKU USA Magazine's FIRST EVER ANIMEFANFEST! May 6-8 in Somerset New Jersey at the Garden State...
Amazing Banpresto Figures
Over in Japan these awesome figures can be won in arcades at the "Crane King" and similar games, but you can order them online too.
― Tokyo Otaku Mode is an official partner of Banpresto, authorized to sell Banpreto figures online to customers outside of Japan. Normally, there's only one way to get these highly sought after figures, travel to Japan and try your luck in an arcade. Tokyo Otaku Mode sav...
Pre-Order Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin Vol. 3 Collector's Edition Blu-ray
Available now for pre-order.
― Tokyo Otaku Mode has a special Pre-Order deal for Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin Vol. 3 Collector's Edition Blu-ray. Get it here. Quantities are limited, so best to order soon! Pre-Order deadline is April 6, 2016 @ 11:59 PM (JST) (IE: 10:59 AM EDT / 7:59 AM PDT). Worldwide shipping is free! This amazing limited edition include high-quality 5.1 audio in Japanese and Eng...
Animax Carnival Artiste Interviews
Happening this weekend is the fifth Animax Carniva. We managed to get an exclusive access to the three ani-song artistes who will be performing for free this weekend. Read on to find out what you can expect from them this weekend!
― Anime fans in Southeast Asia! The day you've been waiting for is almost here! Happening this weekend (26th and 27th March) at Malaysia's Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre ...
Exclusive DXF One-Punch Man Saitama Figure
Banpresto's DXF One-Punch Man Saitama Figure might be the best looking figure to come out this year, and it's very affordable.
― Depicted giving one of his famous punches, Saitama from the hit series One-Punch Man is beautifully captured in this exciting painted ABS and PVC figure! With a height of 7.9”, it captures both his realistic form with carefully detailed muscles and his overwhelmingly powerf...
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