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Anime NYC 2025 will host a special One-Punch Man Season 3 event, featuring a behind-the-scenes preview and a live JAM Project performance. Don’t miss this hero-packed celebration ahead of the anime’s October debut! 👊 One-Punch Man Season 3 Goes All Out at Anime NYC 2025!

🔥 A special anniversary event and Season 3 preview panel for One-Punch Man has been announced for Anime NYC this August! It’s set to feature:

🎤 A live performance by JAM Project — creators of the anime’s legendary OPs🎬 A rare behind-the-scenes look at Season 3's production🗣️ Appearances by special guests from the anime's creative team

This might be fans' first true glimpse into the upcoming season, as no official trailer has been released yet. With J.C. Staff returning as the studio, the big question remains: Will Season 3 deliver better animation quality?

🎟️ The panel is free for badge holders, but reservations are highly recommended. VIP seating ($39) guarantees early entry—tickets available now on the Anime NYC site!

🗓️ Anime NYC 2025: August (exact date TBA)📺 Season 3 premiere: October 2025🎤 Distribution by VIZ Media

Stay tuned, heroes. The hype is REAL.

Disney acquires Miraculous Stellar Force, an anime style spinoff of the Miraculous franchise, debuting in 2027. A one-hour Tokyo special premieres in 2025. Discover new heroes, villains, and cosmic adventures. 🌠 New Generation of Heroes Incoming!Miraculous Stellar Force is joining the Miraculous universe—Disney confirms a 2027 series launch and a 1-hour Tokyo special in 2025! 🎉

🗼 Set in Tokyo, this anime-inspired 2D series follows 12 international students who uncover their roles as protectors of the Stellar Matrix, an ancient cosmic weapon.

🦸‍♀️ With Miki, Mayotte, and Yu Lu leading the charge, the team must unite against powerful enemies like Modeler and The Supreme.

🎨 Expect hand-drawn visuals, kung fu action, deep friendships, and emotionally rich storytelling—all in true Miraculous fashion!

💬 “It’s a bold new take,” says Miraculous Corp, “mixing action, culture, identity, and comedy in one explosive galactic story!”

📺 Where to Watch:

• Miraculous World: Tokyo Stellar Force special - 🔥 2025

• Full Series on Disney Channel & Disney+ - 🚀 2027

The upcoming anime The Stunned Hero and the Assassin Princesses premieres on July 5 via ABEMA, featuring a shy hero targeted by three assassin princesses. Discover the plot, cast, and streaming schedule. 🎯 Assassin waifus inbound!The Stunned Hero and the Assassin Princesses (Kizetsu Yūsha to Ansatsu Hime) hits screens July 5 on ABEMA!

🗡️ The story follows Toto, a powerful but painfully shy hero who can't form a party. That is… until Ciel, Anemone, and Gore join him—secretly plotting his assassination! 👀

🎙️ Voice Cast:

• Toto: Shunsuke Takeuchi

• Ciel: Iori Saeki

• Anemone: Hitomi Ueda

• Gore: Haruka Shiraishi
  

📺 Premiere Dates:

• ABEMA (Free): July 5 @ 11:00 p.m. JST

• Tokyo MX & Sun TV: July 12 @ 10:30 p.m. JST

• BS11, Tochigi TV to follow
  

✨ Directed by Noriaki Akitaya (Bakuman) and scripted by Michiko Yokote (Shirobako). Expect action, comedy, and betrayal—with a killer ED song “Suki Magazine” performed by the main trio!

One-Punch Man Season 3 drops in October 2025 and teases two of its creepiest monsters yet—Gums and Evil Mineral Water. JC Staff amps up the bizarre ahead of the Monster Association arc! 👊 Saitama returns this October, and he's not alone!

One-Punch Man Season 3 just revealed two creepy and bizarre new villains from the Monster Association:🦷 Gums – a drooling, blob-like devourer that looks straight out of your worst nightmares💧 Evil Mineral Water – yep, sentient killer water is now a thing 😨

While these monsters may not stand a chance against the Hero For Fun, they raise the stakes for the S-Class Heroes gearing up to rescue hostages.

Plus, a live-action film is still in the works from Sony 🎬 Stay tuned for Saitama’s serious punch—in both anime and cinema!

POM Anime secures rights to Lupin The IIIrd: The Immortal Bloodline, Akira 4K, and Grave of the Fireflies, while launching Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye across European cinemas. Big releases, classic returns, and exclusive anime screenings await fans! 🎥 POM Anime's 2025 slate is stacked!

🆕 Europe-based distributor POM Anime is bringing heat this year with:

• 🏴‍☠️ Lupin The IIIrd: The Immortal Bloodline – First 2D Lupin film in 30 years, hitting Europe in Q4 2025

• 👁️ Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye – A theatrical cut of Season 2 episodes + 10 mins of bonus content, in cinemas June 7

• 🚀 Akira – 4K re-release in 20 countries on Akira Day, July 16

• 💔 Grave of the Fireflies – Emotional Ghibli classic returns to the big screen this summer
  

✨ Territories include: Benelux, Baltics, Balkans & more!

Get ready for a cinematic anime revival 🎞️

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure creator Hirohiko Araki reveals a brand new illustration of all nine JoJos to celebrate “The JoJo World” 2025 pop-up event in Tokyo. The event features exclusive merch, themed attractions, and more for JoJo fans. 🎨 New JoJo Art Drop!

Hirohiko Araki just blessed us with fresh artwork of all nine JoJos — from Jonathan to Jodio — ahead of the massive "The JoJo World" 2025 event in Tokyo! 😍✨

🌀 Running from July 24, this pop-up paradise will transport fans into the JoJo universe with:

• 🎮 Interactive games

• 🍽️ Themed food & drink

• 🛍️ Exclusive Joestar merch

• 🎯 Touch the Stand Arrow & awaken YOUR Stand
  

💬 “Stand users are drawn to one another” — and JoJo fans are too!

📍Location: Shibuya PARCO, Tokyo🧭 Don’t miss this bizarre adventure if you’re in Japan this summer!

Arc System Works and Marvel Games unveil Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a stylish 2D tag-team fighter infused with anime and manga inspirations. Say goodbye to comic book roots - this spiritual successor to Marvel vs. Capcom is bringing shonen energy and Japanese visuals to your favorite Marvel heroes. 🎮 Marvel Goes Full Anime!Marvel is turning the page from comic panels to anime cells! The newly announced Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls by Arc System Works (creators of Dragon Ball FighterZ) is the anime-styled evolution of the beloved Marvel vs. Capcom era! 💥

🦸‍♀️ Expect googly anime eyes on Kamala Khan, Gundam-inspired Iron Man, and Shonen-style one-liners from Captain America! It’s Marvel like you’ve NEVER seen before — steeped in Japanese culture, manga visuals, and over-the-top 2D tag-team action.

🔥 With Marvel’s global brand and anime’s soaring popularity, this fusion is a match made in otaku heaven. And yes, it’s rocking a Japanese dub trailer too!

👀 Capcom walked, so ArcSys could power up — and now, the anime world’s about to get Plus Ultra with Marvel’s heroes!

My Hero Academia teams up with black female-owned fashion brand Fira x Wear and Crunchyroll for its first-ever U.S. anime apparel collection. The stylish release reimagines U.A. High's iconic sports uniform with inclusive, elevated designs now available for fans in 2025. 🧥 MHA Meets High Fashion!My Hero Academia is leveling up your anime drip! In collab with Crunchyroll, rising brand Fira x Wear (founded by cosplayer @CutiePieSensei) just launched a brand-new anime-inspired clothing line — and it’s the first of its kind in the U.S.

🔥 The debut drop features real-life recreations of U.A. High’s iconic sports uniform, reworked for inclusivity and modern flair. Expect bold blue, red, and white colors with designs tailored for all body types. ✨

🧢 This isn’t just merch — it’s anime couture. The collab marks Crunchyroll’s first with a Black female-owned fashion label, and two more waves are coming in Fall and Winter 2025, just in time for MHA’s final season!

🦸‍♂️ Be the main character — shop now & show off your quirk 💥

Ash and Pikachu’s legendary adventures are back! The original Pokémon anime is now streaming 24/7 on a new FAST channel via Prime Video in the U.S. Fans can relive the first 25 seasons of this beloved franchise for free, with more content coming soon 🎉 Big win for Pokémon fans! The original anime series starring Ash Ketchum and Pikachu is now available to stream 24/7 for FREE in the U.S. 🇺🇸

📺 A new FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) channel — thanks to a partnership between The Pokémon Company and WildBrain — brings all 25 classic seasons of Pokémon to Prime Video.

🌎 Latin American fans will also get access soon, with more seasons and movies planned for release across the channel.

✨ From Kanto to Alola — now’s the time to relive your childhood memories or start your journey as a Pokémon Master! 💛⚡

🔗 Streaming now on Prime Video FAST channel. No subscription needed!

The official Jujutsu Kaisen anime team has issued a strict anti piracy warning following leaks of its new movie. Sharing footage may lead to legal action, including up to 10 years in prison or ¥10 million fines. Find out why fans in the U.S. must wait until July 16, 2025. 🆕 Jujutsu Kaisen’s new compilation movie Hidden Inventory / Premature Death released in Japan on May 30, 2025 - and leaks have already started flooding the internet. But beware: the anime's official team is cracking down hard. ⚠️

🔒 According to @animejujutsu, unauthorized clips and photos from theaters violate Japan’s Film Piracy Prevention Law and could result in:

• 🚔 Up to 10 years in prison

• 💴 ¥10 million in fines

• ❌ Or both!

📅 U.S. release is set for July 16, 2025 - and fans are urged to wait. Similar actions were taken by Demon Slayer's team recently after their Infinity Castle footage leaked online. 📉

📣 Bottom Line: Sharing movie scenes online is NOT worth the risk. Support the creators. Watch it legally. 🎬💯

Lego partners with Netflix to launch its first anime-based sets inspired by One Piece! Featuring iconic locations like the Going Merry, Baratie, and Arlong Park, these sets cater to anime fans of all ages. Available for preorder now—official release August 1! 🚨 Lego x One Piece Collab Incoming!For the first time ever, Lego is officially diving into the anime universe—and they’re starting big with One Piece! 🔥

Lego just revealed five incredible sets inspired by Netflix’s One Piece live-action series, including the Going Merry, Arlong Park, and the iconic Baratie Floating Restaurant 🍖⛵

These sets range from $29.99 to $329.99 and are available for preorder now, with the global release date set for August 1, 2025.

👉 Each minifigure captures the unique traits of Luffy and crew—including Zoro’s sword-in-mouth pose! 😤This marks a 25-year dream come true for creator Eiichiro Oda himself, who’s been waiting for a Lego collab since the anime started.

🎉 Whether you’re a lifelong Straw Hat fan or just discovering One Piece through Netflix, this Lego release is a must-collect! 📅 Release: August 1, 2025#OnePiece #LegoAnime #LegoOnePiece #AnimeNews #StrawHatPirates #Luffy #GoingMerry #AnimeToys #EiichiroOda #NetflixOnePiece

Anime El Paso 2025 is back June 14–15 at the El Paso Convention Center with special guests like Dante Basco, cosplay contests, a maid café, escape rooms, and a spicy ramen challenge. Get your tickets now! 🎉 El Paso's Ultimate Anime Weekend is Almost Here!Anime El Paso 2025 hits the El Paso Convention Center on June 14–15, promising an action-packed two-day adventure for fans of all ages!

🎤 Celebrity Guests:Meet Dante Basco (Zuko – Avatar: The Last Airbender), Todd Haberkorn, Lisa Ortiz, and a FNaF voice actor (Happy Frog)!

🧵 Cosplay Galore:

• Adult Cosplay Contest – Saturday @ 7 PM

• Kids' Cosplay Parade & Contest – Sunday @ NoonTrophies, prizes, and unforgettable creativity!
  

🎭 Unique Attractions Include:

• Anime-themed Escape Room

• Aerial Performances

• A traditional Maid Café

• 🔥 Spicy Ramen Challenge (Sign a waiver if you dare!)

Netflix premieres Leviathan, the anime adaptation of Scott Westerfeld's acclaimed alternate-history novel, on July 10. Studio Orange’s CGI artistry brings WWI mechs, beasts, and skyships to life in this sci-fi fantasy. ⚙️ WWI Mechs, Bio-Beasts, and Royal Secrets!Leviathan, the anime based on Scott Westerfeld’s award-winning novel, premieres on Netflix on July 10!

🎬 Produced by Studio Orange (BEASTARS, Trigun Stampede), this sci-fi fantasy adventure takes us to an alternate WWI where diesel-powered machines battle genetically-engineered beasts.

🛩️ Follow Prince Aleksander, a fugitive royal of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Deryn Sharp, a girl in disguise aboard the whale-like HMS Leviathan airship, as they fight to reshape history.

🎼 The soundtrack features compositions from Joe Hisaishi, Nobuko Toda, and Kazuma Jinnouchi, promising emotional and epic soundscapes.

📖 With stunning cel-shaded CGI mimicking hand-drawn anime, this visually inventive series might just be Netflix’s most exciting anime event of Summer 2025.

💥 Mark your calendars: July 10 — history rewrites itself in the skies with Leviathan!

Despite its massive hype, Solo Leveling didn't make Nielsen’s Top 100 U.S. shows list. Surprisingly, Dandadan took the lead as the most-watched anime in the U.S. thanks to multiplatform availability.

🚨 Shocking Nielsen Report: Solo Leveling Isn’t 2024’s Most-Watched Anime!While Solo Leveling ruled anime fandoms and broke Crunchyroll records, Nielsen’s multiplatform ratings reveal it didn’t make the Top 100 most-watched U.S. shows — not even in the 18–49 demo.

📉 Despite dominating anime buzz, it lacked the mainstream reach. Why? It was only on Crunchyroll.

📈 Meanwhile, Dandadan, streaming on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu, quietly soared to #61 in the 18–49 demographic, with 2.6 million viewers — making it 2024–25’s most-watched anime in the U.S.!

💡 Dandadan didn’t have the viral fandom of Solo Leveling, but wider platform access proved more effective than hype alone.

👉 Solo Leveling remains a fan-favorite and a juggernaut in anime culture — but this data shows that mainstream reach > fan hype in today’s fragmented streaming world.

Crunchyroll announces an action-packed Anime Expo 2025 schedule featuring premieres like Let’s Play, Solo Camping for Two, and more. Panels, sneak peeks, and exclusive merch await fans this July in Los Angeles. 🔥 Crunchyroll Drops Massive Anime Expo 2025 Schedule! 🔥From July 3–6, Crunchyroll is taking over Anime Expo Los Angeles with over 10 anime premieres, first looks at original series, and exclusive fan panels.

📺 New Anime Premieres:

• Let’s Play (rom-com x gaming) – premieres with the creator & director!

• With You and the Rain – quirky pet comedy with heart!

• Otherworldly Munchkin – isekai comedy with 1 HP and 100% charm.

• Sentenced to Be a Hero, Clevatess, and more getting world premieres!
  

🎙️ Special Guest Panels:

• The Rising of the Shield Hero S4, Solo Camping for Two

• Behind-the-scenes: Frieren, The Apothecary Diaries, and Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE

• Voice stars of My Dress-Up Darling and Toilet-bound Hanako-kun join panels!
  

🛍️ Crunchyroll Booth Exclusives:

• Kaiju No. 8 Glow-in-the-Dark Vinyl

• Step inside Demon Slayer’s Infinity Castle Experience

• Merch for Frieren, JUJUTSU KAISEN, & more at Booth #2135

🗓️ Mark your calendars — Anime Expo 2025 is set to be a historic anime celebration!

Discover 10 underrated fantasy anime you likely missed - filled with deep lore, strong characters, and immersive worlds waiting to be explored. ✨ Tired of the same old fantasy anime?Here are 10 hidden fantasy anime gems you probably never heard of - but absolutely should watch!

🔮 Highlights Include:

• Wolf’s Rain – Post-apocalyptic wolves seeking paradise 🐺

• Mermaid Forest – A haunting immortal journey 🧜‍♀️

• The Beast Player Erin – Political fantasy meets coming-of-age 🐉

• Radiant – A shonen based on a French comic ⚔️

• Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers – A fantasy mystery with an impostor twist 🔍

• The Witch and the Beast – Cursed girl + gothic vengeance 🔥

• Tales of Zestiria the X – Surprisingly solid video game adaptation 🎮

• Record of Lodoss War – Classic 90s fantasy anime with DnD vibes 🧙‍♂️

• Ixion Saga DT – Hilarious isekai with surprisingly tight storytelling 😂

• The Tower of Druaga – Underrated action with nostalgic game roots 🎲
  

🧭 These shows explore dark themes, clever worldbuilding, and emotional depth—but never got the love they deserve. 🎥 Which one are you adding to your watchlist?

Discover 10 anime series with perfect Rotten Tomatoes scores and why critics and fans agree—they’re must-watch masterpieces for every anime lover. 🎬 Perfect Scores? Believe it. These 10 anime have a flawless Rotten Tomatoes rating—and for good reason.

From the epic power rise in Solo Leveling, to the emotional introspection of Frieren, and the timeless sci-fi genius of Cowboy Bebop and Evangelion—this list covers anime that are critically flawless.

🟢 Top Picks Include:

• Solo Leveling 🔥

• Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood ⚙️

• Frieren: Beyond Journey's End 🌸

• Gurren Lagann 🌌

• Delicious in Dungeon 🍳

• Paranoia Agent 🌀…and more!

Each title here isn’t just critically acclaimed—they’ve stood the test of time, emotion, storytelling, and visual excellence.

Dandadan: Evil Eye premieres in theaters on June 6 as a thrilling preview of Season 2. Packed with horror, action, and heart, the film dives into the Evil Eye arc—but leaves fans wanting more due to its cliffhanger ending. A must-watch for fans of high-octane anime!

Netflix reveals the trailer for The Summer Hikaru Died, a chilling coming-of-age horror anime premiering July 5, 2025. Based on Mokumokuren's acclaimed manga, the series explores identity, grief, and eerie mysteries in a rural village where something is pretending to be Hikaru.

Crunchyroll now controls around 75% of all anime streaming globally, yet Netflix's fantasy hit Delicious in Dungeon outshined top Crunchyroll titles like Demon Slayer and Solo Leveling in early 2024. Here's how Netflix secured the exclusive rights and what it means for anime fans.

2025 has been a remarkable year for anime, offering a diverse array of standout series:​

• Sakamoto Days: A retired hitman’s peaceful life is disrupted, blending comedy and action in a unique narrative.​

• The Apothecary Diaries Season 2: Continues to captivate with its mix of court intrigue, medical mysteries, and slow-burn romance.​

• Zenshu: An original series exploring burnout and artistic passion through a director’s journey into her favorite childhood anime.​

• Orb: On the Movements of the Earth: A historical drama delving into the pursuit of scientific truth and the challenges faced by early astronomers.​

These series highlight the dynamic storytelling and creative excellence defining anime in 2025.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 have revealed six top anime movie nominees for Film of the Year.

Titles include Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, Look Back, Mononoke: The Phantom in the Rain, My Hero Academia: You're Next, SPY x FAMILY CODE: White, and The Colors Within.

Fans voted from April 3 to April 14, with winners announced in a livestream on May 25, 2025.

These nominated films showcase the best anime movies of 2025, celebrated for animation quality, storytelling, and fan impact.

Kakushite! Makina-san!! premiered on April 6, 2025, kicking off the Spring 2025 anime season with a bold and bizarre ecchi romantic comedy.

The story follows Eita Akutsu, a mecha enthusiast, who becomes entangled with Makina Agatsuma, a malfunctioning android.

The show combines slapstick humor, sci-fi elements, and heartfelt moments. Directed by Masayoshi Nishida and animated by BloomZ and Wolfsbane, each episode is 15 minutes long, airing weekly.

Fans can enjoy censored versions on Tokyo MX, DMM TV, and Anime Festa, while uncensored versions are exclusive to Anime Festa.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run is an eagerly anticipated anime series, adapting manga chapters 753-847.

Set in 1890, it follows Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli in a high-stakes cross-country race, with a mysterious religious artifact at its heart.

The release date remains unknown but is speculated for 2026. Fans are excited about suspenseful action and twists that define the JoJo universe.

The teaser trailer has sparked interest, offering a glimpse of what’s to come.

The Moonrise anime, directed by Masahi Koizuka, has gone viral due to its powerful sci-fi narrative.

Set in a futuristic world, it blends emotional depth with high-stakes action and discovery.

The stunning animation immerses viewers in a world filled with technology, conflict, and compelling characters. As the story unfolds, it grips audiences with its blend of science fiction and drama, making it a must-watch on Netflix.

Moonrise promises to be one of the most talked-about sci-fi series of 2025.

The beloved sci-fi romance series Date A Live is making a comeback with a brand-new anime project, as announced by creator Koushi Tachibana. The teaser visual features a shimmering crystal and the phrase “Now then, let’s start our new date,” hinting at fresh adventures ahead. While details about the format—be it a new season, film, or spin-off—remain under wraps, fans are buzzing with anticipation. With the franchise's rich history of captivating storytelling and character development, this new installment promises to add an exciting chapter to the Date A Live universe. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story.

Dive into the relatable world of the manga "Just Childhood Friends" (幼なじみってだけでイヤなのに。 - Osananajimi tte Dake Demo Iya Nanoni.), where the line between platonic affection and romantic longing blurs hilariously and frustratingly.

Experience the comedic struggles and heartfelt moments as characters grapple with their feelings for their long-time companions. This manga perfectly captures the awkwardness and yearning that often accompany childhood friendships blossoming into something more.

Explore themes of romance, comedy, slice of life, and the complexities of childhood friends to lovers tropes.

Discover why readers are both laughing and empathizing with these endearing characters as they navigate the delicate dance of "just childhood friends" becoming something more.

The Times of India article highlights five video games with compelling narratives and visuals ideal for anime adaptations:​

1. Okami: Immerse in Japanese mythology as Amaterasu, the sun goddess, in a wolf's form, restoring life to a cursed land.​

2. Little Nightmares: Navigate a dark, whimsical world through the eyes of Six, a young girl escaping monstrous beings.​

3. Yakuza: Experience the gritty underworld of Japanese organized crime, focusing on complex characters and intense drama.​

4. Detention: Set in 1960s Taiwan, this horror game delves into political oppression and personal trauma within a haunted school.​

5. The Bridge Curse: Road to Salvation: Explore a Taiwanese university's haunted bridge legend, unraveling chilling mysteries.​

These games offer rich stories and atmospheres perfect for anime exploration.

The highly anticipated anime Lazarus, directed by Shinichirō Watanabe (of Cowboy Bebop fame), is making waves with its mind-bending visuals and intense storyline. Fans are calling it “the next big thing” in sci-fi anime!