Watch: McDonald’s Japan wraps up viral 6-part anime ad

McDonald’s Japan is winning praise on social media after culminating its six-part anime series that kicked off in late September. Abou...

‘Oshikatsu’ explained: Why some Japanese people would rather ‘stan’ than date

In recent years, Japan has aggressively moved to address its aging and dwindling population, going as far as subsidizing marriage, childbirt...

‘One Piece’ live-action producers hope hit Netflix series will go on for 12 seasons

Tomorrow Studios President Becky Clements and CEO Marty Adelstein recently revealed that Netflix’s “One Piece” could go on for many more sea...

‘Naruto’ was never supposed to be about ninjas, according to creator Masashi Kishimoto

“Naruto” could have been completely different had mangaka Masashi Kishimoto succeeded in his first pitch for the manga series. Retelling the...

‘One Piece’ Season 2 script already done, production could begin as early as 2024

The script for Netflix’s live-action “One Piece” Season 2 is complete, with production potentially starting as early as 2024. Key deta...

Japanese man admits setting anime studio fire that killed 36

The man accused of setting an anime studio ablaze in Kyoto, Japan, in 2019 has pleaded guilty to the crime this week. Background: Shinji Aob...

Studio Ghibli releases 1st teaser for Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’

The short clip, which hints at the whimsical storytelling that Miyazaki is renowned for, also reveals that a teaser for the film is to arriv...

Netflix’s ‘One Piece’ live-action series hits No. 1 in 84 countries

“One Piece captures the essence of its beloved source material with a charmingly big-hearted adaptation that should entertain longtime...

‘House of Lee’: New trailer released for Bruce Lee’s 1st official anime series

A teaser trailer for the first official anime series dedicated to Bruce Lee has been released. About the trailer: On Aug. 10, the official B...

Manga artist over the moon after McDonald’s features ‘Hataraku Maou-sama!’ in promo video

Japanese manga illustrator Oniku was left in shock after McDonald’s U.S. featured the anime series “Hataraku Maou-sama!” (“The Devil is a Pa...

Netflix releases trailer for ‘Scott Pilgrim’ anime series adaptation

Netflix has released the first trailer for their anime adaptation of Bryan Lee O’Malley’s “Scott Pilgrim.” About ...

‘All aboard the Mugen plane’: ‘Demon Slayer’-themed planes take off in Japan

A travel website recently showed what it was like to board All Nippon Airways’ (ANA) special “Demon Slayer”-themed airplanes. See for yourse...

Look: First images of new Studio Ghibli film ‘The Boy and the Heron’

The first images from Studio Ghibli’s mysterious new film “The Boy and the Heron” have finally been shared online. Photos ...

Studio Ghibli announces ‘The Boy and the Heron’ movie program containing film’s secret details

Studio Ghibli is releasing a movie program for its latest film, “The Boy and the Heron.” The announcement: Japanese film distributor TOHO an...

‘Your Name’ studio produces anime to commemorate 1st Pokémon World Championships in Japan

The Japanese film studio behind several Makoto Shinkai films has recently produced a short anime to commemorate this year’s Pokémon World Ch...

Netflix drops official trailer for ‘One Piece’ live-action adaptation

Netflix released the highly anticipated official trailer for its upcoming live-action adaptation of “One Piece” on Saturday. About the trail...

‘Cowboy Bebop’ creator, ‘John Wick’ director team up for new anime

“Cowboy Bebop” creator Shinichirō Watanabe and “John Wick” director Chad Stahelski are collaborating on a new anime ...

NFL star and anime fan Jamaal Williams lives out childhood dreams in Japan

NFL running back Jamaal Williams is realizing his childhood dreams on vacation in Japan. A trip to remember: Williams, a player for the New ...

Anime adaptation of ‘Suicide Squad’ unveiled at Anime Expo 2023

Warner Bros. Japan and Wit Studio have released the first trailer for “Suicide Squad Isekai,” an upcoming anime series revealed during Anime...

Anime Expo 2023: Crunchyroll unveils trailers for ‘Solo Leveling’ and more

During the Crunchyroll Industry Panel at Anime Expo 2023 on Monday, anime fans received a first look at a slew of new show trailers and upco...

Netflix’s ‘One Piece’ live-action adaptation to feature original anime voice actors for Japanese dub

Netflix’s upcoming live-action adaptation of “One Piece” will feature the original Japanese voice actors reprising their roles f...

Aespa’s Karina apologizes after her ‘My Hero Academia’ recommendation angers Chinese netizens

Aespa’s Karina has apologized after receiving backlash for recommending “My Hero Academia” to her fans on a social media app las...

‘Spy x Family Code: White’ film releases first trailer

The first teaser for “Spy x Family’s” first-ever animated film was shared on Sunday. About the teaser: The 33-second clip was shared b...

‘Bastions’: Animated superhero series with music from BTS heads to CrunchyRoll

Anime streamer Crunchyroll has announced the acquisition of the upcoming animated superhero series “Bastions,” featuring new music from BTS....

5 exciting things to watch out for in ‘Bleach: TYBW’ cour 2 and beyond

With the “Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War” anime currently on break, many fans are excited about how the story will unfold when the show ret...

Masashi Kishimoto to create manga featuring Naruto’s dad, Minato Namikaze

“Naruto” manga creator Masashi Kishimoto will write and illustrate an original short manga featuring the fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze.  Th...

Junji Ito vampire tale ‘Bloodsucking Darkness’ to become a live-action film

Fangoria Studios is set to adapt Junji Ito’s short story manga “Bloodsucking Darkness” into a live-action feature film.  T...

Netflix’s ‘Scott Pilgrim’ anime reunites film’s original cast

Netflix’s upcoming anime adaptation of “Scott Pilgrim” will see the return of many familiar voices. On Thursday, Netflix announc...

Netflix announces 2 new anime adaptations: ‘Ooku’ and ‘Yakitori: Soldiers of Misfortune’

Netflix announced two new anime series, “Ooku: The Inner Chambers” and “Yakitori: Soldiers of Misfortune,” during th...

‘Spy x Family’ film, Season 2 release dates announced

The release dates for “Spy x Family’s” first-ever animated film and the series’ second season have recently been revealed. Season 2 of...

‘Pokémon’ fans are not happy with Team Rocket parting ways before series finale

Team Rocket, the iconic villainous group bent on world domination in the “Pokémon” anime, is no more, and longtime fans of the f...

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘Creed-Verse’ might include a ‘Rocky’ anime spin-off

“Creed” might be getting its own Amazon universe, with Michael B. Jordan potentially behind an anime spin-off. Jordan, who starr...

‘Genshin Impact’ actor asks fans to bathe before her concert

Japanese voice actor and singer Rie Takahashi took to Twitter to remind her fans of the importance of hygiene before attending her upcoming ...

‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners,’ ‘Demon Slayer,’ ‘Spy x Family’ win big at Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2023

Crunchyroll held its seventh annual Anime Awards ceremony in Tokyo on Saturday to honor the Japanese animation industry.  The streaming serv...

Violent ‘Hunter x Hunter’-inspired gang from Moscow now terrorizing Ukraine

A gang member believed to be the ringleader of a notorious Moscow gang inspired by the anime “Hunter x Hunter” was recently arre...

Michael B. Jordan reveals how ‘Naruto,’ ‘Dragon Ball Z’ and other anime influenced ‘Creed III’

“Creed III” director and star Michael B. Jordan made sure to inject anime influences into his new film as much as possible. In a recent inte...