Former GungHo Online Entertainment Executive Arrested for Embezzlement of Approximately 246 Million Yen July 13, 2026 The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department’s Marunoichi Police precinct has arrested Takanori Kikuchi, a former executive at GungHo Online Entertainment, on suspicion of breach of… Continue Reading
Nontan Franchise Celebrates 50th Anniversary with New 3D CG Animation and Interactive Tokyo Exhibition July 12, 2026 The beloved Nontan children’s book series, a cornerstone of Japanese early childhood literature, is set to mark its 50th anniversary with a significant new… Continue Reading
Emaqi Expands English Manga Catalog with Thrilling New Releases and Enhanced Subscription Service July 12, 2026 emaqi, the innovative e-bookstore service operated by AI localization company Orange Inc., has significantly broadened its English-language manga offerings, announcing the addition of four… Continue Reading
Unanswered//Butterfly: A Feature-Length Anime Extra for Echoes of Aincrad Explores a Dark Turn for Kirito July 11, 2026 The release of Unanswered//Butterfly, a nearly two-hour animated feature film, as a bonus for the Echoes of Aincrad Ultimate Edition marks a significant departure… Continue Reading
Anime Expo 2026: A Confluence of Fantasy, Gaming, and the Future of Anime Adaptation July 11, 2026 The sprawling halls of Anime Expo 2026, a cornerstone event for anime and manga enthusiasts, played host to a vibrant tapestry of discussions, premieres,… Continue Reading
Naver WEBTOON Launches AI-Powered Interactive Story Chat Service byUs July 11, 2026 Naver WEBTOON announced on July 1 the official launch of byUs, an innovative AI-powered story chat service designed to immerse fans directly into the… Continue Reading
Anime Expo 2027 Dates Announced Following Record-Breaking 2026 Event and Significant Economic Impact July 11, 2026 The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA), the dedicated organization behind the colossal Anime Expo, has officially announced the dates for its… Continue Reading
Shining! Manga Concludes Next Month After Debut in 2023 July 11, 2026 The popular shojo manga series Shining!, created by Nao Maita, is set to conclude its run in Shogakukan‘s Ciao magazine. The August issue, released… Continue Reading
My Hero Academia Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Exclusive Trill Burgers Collaboration July 11, 2026 HOUSTON, TX – Trill Burgers, the acclaimed Houston-based smash burger chain, has officially announced a monumental collaboration with the globally popular anime series My… Continue Reading
Game Director Kotaro Uchikoshi Reveals Seven’s True Name, Connecting "Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors" to Viral Internet Trend July 11, 2026 In a move that has sent ripples of excitement through the dedicated fanbase of the Zero Escape series, acclaimed game director Kotaro Uchikoshi has… Continue Reading
