The rom-com antics of Rumiko Takahashi's classic series Urusei Yatsura began with a game of tag. And now, Lum and Ataru are at it again... but this time they're riding the rails as they play! Central Japan Railway Company is collaborating with the new adaptation of the classic manga to add a spark to your commute. Starting May 31, travelers can register on the collaboration's official website to listen to a new unfolding drama. In it, Lum (voiced by Sumire Uesaka) was meant to be joining Ataru (voiced by Hiroshi Kamiya) on the train for a date. But he's made a run for it... and now she has to find him! Related: Urusei Yatsura Season 2 Anime Continues Rom-Com Antics in Part 2’s Creditless Opening, Ending The drama will play out in three parts. The first will feature Lum and Ataru. For the second, the listener chooses to check in with...
- 4/29/2024
- by Kara Dennison
- Crunchyroll
Accompanying a love story that is out of this world, a creditless version of Astro Note 's ending theme sequence featuring "Kokoro no Kagi" by Maaya Uchida and Takumi Miyasaki as their characters is now available to watch below. The first two episodes are currently streaming on Crunchyroll . Related: Original Anime Astro Note Releases Opening Theme Video With original character designs by Eisaku Kubonochi ( Carole & Tuesday ), Astro Note is chief-directed by Shinji Takamatsu ( Gintama ) and directed by Haruki Kasugamori ( Dragon Goes House-Hunting ) at studio Telecom Animation Film, alongside series composer Kimiko Ueno, chief animation director Maho Aoki and music composer Kohei Muemoto. Crunchyroll is simulcasting the series and describes the story: Takumi, a gifted chef, was just let go from his job. He lands a gig at an old boarding house called Astro-sou, but hesitates to accept after learning he must also live there full-time. That is until he meets the beautiful and charming caretaker,...
- 4/15/2024
- by Liam Dempsey
- Crunchyroll
Inori Minase, the voice actress who is known for voicing Rem from Re:Zero and Itsuki Nakano from Quintessential Quintuplets, recently found herself embroiled in a controversy wherein she was accused of running a fan account, Doyakonga, to diss her fellow seiyuu.
The controversy ignited on April 3, 2024, when Minase’s official account quote tweeted a fan who reposted her photos without permission, calling them an “idiot” who couldn’t read Minase’s warnings.
The tweet was swiftly deleted, with Minase’s staff later claiming her account was hacked.
“It is possible that our account was hacked by a third party late at night on April 3rd. We have deleted the post in question and are currently investigating the extent of the damage, the cause of the incident, and measures to prevent a recurrence. We deeply apologize for any concern this may have caused to our fans and stakeholders,” Minase’s tweet read.
The controversy ignited on April 3, 2024, when Minase’s official account quote tweeted a fan who reposted her photos without permission, calling them an “idiot” who couldn’t read Minase’s warnings.
The tweet was swiftly deleted, with Minase’s staff later claiming her account was hacked.
“It is possible that our account was hacked by a third party late at night on April 3rd. We have deleted the post in question and are currently investigating the extent of the damage, the cause of the incident, and measures to prevent a recurrence. We deeply apologize for any concern this may have caused to our fans and stakeholders,” Minase’s tweet read.
- 4/12/2024
- by A.R. Madillo
- AnimeHunch
Mahjong Soul Kan!! , an upcoming web anime based on the Mahjong Soul video game, has revealed a new trailer, new information about its official theme song, and its streaming schedule. The series will stream on the official YouTube channel with new episodes published on Thursdays at 10:00pm Jst beginning on April 25, 2024. The official theme song for the series, entitled “Kankan Hime-hime” is performed in-character by Ichihime (voiced by Maaya Uchida), Miki Nikaido (voiced by Chiwa Saito), Kaguyahime (voiced by Mariya Ise), and Yui Yagi (voiced by Ami Koshimizu). Kazuomi Koga writes and directs Mahjong Soul Kan!! at animation studio Alke with additional production by Yostar. Ayumi Kurokawa provides the character designs and Hinako Tsubakiyama provides the music. Mahjong Soul Kan!! key visual Related: Mahjong Soul Kan!! Anime Premieres in April 2024 Mahjong Soul Kan!! is described as follows: "Mahjong Soul Kan!!" is the second anime series, following 2022's "Mahjong Soul Pon☆". This time,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Paul Chapman
- Crunchyroll
The official website for Koi wa Futago de Warikirenai , the upcoming TV anime adaptation of Shihon Takamura's romantic comedy light novel series, released a new key visual today featuring the two twin protagonists — Rumi and Naori Jinguji. The anime is currently scheduled to premiere in July 2024. Motoki Nakanishi ( Summoned to Another World... Again? ) is also now confirmed to direct the TV anime. "The staff is working hard to bring out the charm of the original novel, which unfolds from the viewpoints of the twin heroines Rumi and Naori, who have diametrically opposed personalities, and the protagonist Jun, who is at the mercy of both of them," said Nakanishi. "We hope that you will join us in watching the sweet and sour love triangle that develops amidst the dilemma of their mutual love for each other, which sometimes ends up hurting each other." Related: Koi wa Futago de Warikirenai TV Anime...
- 3/24/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
This season’s silent shonen hit, Chained Soldier, ended its first season on March 21, 2024, after 12 episodes. The series never became a major title, but it has a solid fanbase, and with the manga still being published, it was logical that it would get a renewal. And finally, today, we have confirmation that Chained Soldier will, indeed, return for a second season, but probably not before 2025. As of the time of writing, the manga currently has 19 volumes, having been published since 2019, so there is enough content for a second season without the series having to face significant delays.
If you’re not familiar with the title, the Chained Soldier anime series is a fantasy adventure shonen series with ecchi elements. It follows Yuuki Waruka as he tries to become the hero in a world where only women are granted superpowers to fight demonic entities. The official synopsis sums it up like this:
Decades ago,...
If you’re not familiar with the title, the Chained Soldier anime series is a fantasy adventure shonen series with ecchi elements. It follows Yuuki Waruka as he tries to become the hero in a world where only women are granted superpowers to fight demonic entities. The official synopsis sums it up like this:
Decades ago,...
- 3/22/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
The official website and Twitter for Frontwing's visual novel series, Grisaia , announced today that the TV anime adaptation of Grisaia: Phantom Trigger is set to premiere in 2024. Bibury Animation will work on anime production. Phantom Trigger , which continues the story of Mihama Academy from The Fruit of Grisaia , was released on Windows and Steam for nine chapters from 2017 to 2022. The series was previously released as six-episode OVAs with theatrical screenings and Blu-ray releases. The newest TV anime project was announced in February 2022 . Main voice cast members from the Ova series are confirmed to reprise their roles, including Maaya Uchida as Rena, Ayane Sakura as Tohka, Kaori Nazuka as Christina, Atsumi Tanezaki as Murasaki, and others. Related: TV Anime Adaptation Announced for Grisaia: Phantom Trigger Meanwhile, stage play adaptation of Grisaia: Phantom Trigger , titled Grisaia: Phantom Trigger The Stage , is set to perform at the Hikosen Theater in Tokyo from...
- 3/22/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
Chibi Godzilla Raids Again (known in Japan as Chibi Godzilla no Gyakushu ), a short form series that re-imagines Toho's famous monsters in mini form, has revealed a new teaser visual (below), a new teaser trailer, and a new cast member. The new season of the series will broadcast in Japan on the TV Tokyo Network on April 3, 2024, as part of the “Oha! Star” TV program. In Chibi Godzilla Raids Again , voice actor Maaya Uchida plays Chibi Minilla . The main voice cast also returns to reprise their roles, including: Chibi Godzilla voiced by Jun Fukuyama Chibi Mechagodzilla voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Chibi Ghidorah voiced by Takuya Eguchi Chibi Mothra voiced by Rie Takahashi Chibi Rodan voiced by Hiro Shimono Chibi Anguirus voiced by ??? Chibi Hedorah voiced by Fumihiko Tachiki Chibi Biollante voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro The Twin Fairies voiced by Reina Ueda (Elder Sister) and Akari Kitō (Younger Sister) Chibi...
- 3/19/2024
- by Paul Chapman
- Crunchyroll
Food, life and love are at the center of a brand-new trailer released today for original anime Astro Note , which also announces an April 5 at 22:30 Jst premiere in Japan and previews ending theme song "Kokoro no Kagi" performed by Maaya Uchida (as Mira) and Soma Saito (as Takumi). A main visual was also revealed. Main Visual Related: Original Anime Astro Note Releases Opening Theme Video With original character designs by Eisaku Kubonochi ( Carole & Tuesday ), Astro Note is being chief-directed by Shinji Takamatsu ( Gintama ) and directed by Haruki Kasugamori ( Dragon Goes House-Hunting ) at studio Telecom Animation Film, alongside series composer Kimiko Ueno, chief animation director Maho Aoki and music composer Kohei Muemoto. Crunchyroll will stream the anime as it airs in Japan and describes the story: Takumi, a gifted chef, was just let go from his job. He lands a gig at an old boarding house called Astro-sou, but hesitates...
- 3/8/2024
- by Liam Dempsey
- Crunchyroll
During the urgent press conference for her artist debut's 10th anniversary project streamed on February 19, voice actor/singer Maaya Uchida (Catarina Claes in My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! ) announced that her next fourth album "Tokyo-byakuya" is set to release in Japan on May 29, 2024. A special website for her 10th anniversary project has also opened. As its title suggest, the theme of the new album is "Tokyo," where she herself was born and raised. By overlapping herself with the rapidly changing and evolving Tokyo, her "past" and "future" are depicted as "Tokyo-byakuya" (literally means Tokyo 100 Nights ), where reality and fantasy intersect. The 10-song album also includes her recent four single songs — 13th single "Kikoeru?," 14th single "Loud Hailer," 15th single "Love You Tender!," and 16th single "Cha∞INs." Additionally, in honor of the "ten" of the tenth anniversary, preview videos of the new songs from...
- 2/21/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
The official website for the upcoming original TV anime Astro Note released a new trailer featuring its theme song, "Hohoemi no Oto" ( The Sound of A Smile ), by voice actor/singer Ai Furihata. She is best known as Ruby Kurosawa in Love Live! Sunshine!! , and as well as her solo singer career beginning in September 2020. In addition to the previously announced cast of Soma Saito (Yoshikazu Miyano in Sasaki and Miyano ) as Takumi Miyasaki and Maaya Uchida (Catarina Claes in My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! ) as Mira Gotokuji, seven more voice cast members, including the theme song singer Ai Furihata, were announced: Ren Wakabayashi voiced by Rie Kugimiya (Alphonse Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist ) Tomihiro Wakabayashi voiced by Tomokazu Sugita (Gintoki Sakata in Gintama ) Shokichi Yamashita voiced by Shinichiro Miki (Stardust in Shy ) Teruko Matsubara voiced by Ai Furihata (Ruby Kurosawa in Love Live! Sunshine!
- 2/9/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
The Anti-Demon Corps 6th Unit has arrived! In this week's episode of Chained Soldier , we meet the dangerously beautiful trio in person — and the spotlight is on them for the anime's latest trailer. Meet the teleporting Tenka Izumo (voiced by Maaya Uchida), the time-stopping Yachiho Azuma (voiced by Nene Hieda), and super-strong Sahara Wakasa (voiced by Reina Ueda): Related: Chained Soldier Anime Turns Back Time with Yuchiho Azuma Character Trailer The trailer is set to Uchida's ending single for the series, "Cha∞In." The original Chained Soldier manga is written by Takahiro, illustrated by Yohei Takamura, and published by Shueisha in their Shonen Jump+ magazine. An English language version is also available from Yen Press. Junji Nishimura and Goro Kuji direct the Chained Soldier TV anime at animation studio Seven Arcs. Related: Chained Soldier TV Anime Unleashes Creditless Opening Theme Video The series is currently streaming on Hidive,...
- 1/19/2024
- by Kara Dennison
- Crunchyroll
As 2023 bids farewell, the annual Anime! Anime! General Election has unveiled the winners of the “Most Recommended Female Voice Actor” of 2023.
The survey period spanned from Nov 15, 2023, to Dec 15, 2023, during which over 3,000 anime fans participated. With a majority of female respondents, accounting for approximately 65%, with 35% being male, the survey captured the sentiments of a diverse audience ranging from those under 19 to individuals in their 40s.
Participants were asked to identify the voice actors who left a lasting impression, whether through their roles in various anime or their appearances in other forms of entertainment. The criteria ranged from the most active and impactful voice actor of the year to the one fans found themselves recommending the most.
Checkout the top 20 most recommended female voice actors of 2023 below:
20. Marina Inoue
Notable roles: Armin in Aot, Mai Zenin in Jujutsu Kaisen, Momo Yaoyorozu in Mha, etc.
19. Tomori Kusunoki
Notable roles: Makima in Chainsaw Man,...
The survey period spanned from Nov 15, 2023, to Dec 15, 2023, during which over 3,000 anime fans participated. With a majority of female respondents, accounting for approximately 65%, with 35% being male, the survey captured the sentiments of a diverse audience ranging from those under 19 to individuals in their 40s.
Participants were asked to identify the voice actors who left a lasting impression, whether through their roles in various anime or their appearances in other forms of entertainment. The criteria ranged from the most active and impactful voice actor of the year to the one fans found themselves recommending the most.
Checkout the top 20 most recommended female voice actors of 2023 below:
20. Marina Inoue
Notable roles: Armin in Aot, Mai Zenin in Jujutsu Kaisen, Momo Yaoyorozu in Mha, etc.
19. Tomori Kusunoki
Notable roles: Makima in Chainsaw Man,...
- 12/29/2023
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Following the broadcast of the final episode of The Eminence In Shadow season 2 in Japan on Dec 20, 2023, the official Twitter account of the series announced that it is getting a new anime film.
The film is titled The Eminence in Shadow: Lost Echoes.
Accompanying the announcement is a new teaser visual.
The Eminence In Shadow season 2 was broadcast for 12 episodes from October 4 to December 20, 2023.
The opening theme song is “Grayscale Dominator” by OxT, while the ending theme song is “Polaris in the Night” by Ikumi Hasegawa, Maaya Uchida, Mayu Minami and Ryoko Maekawa.
The main staff from the first season of The Eminence In The Shadow anime reprised their roles for the second season.
Season 1 of the anime aired from Oct 5, 2022, to Feb 15, 2023. The series was produced by Nexus and directed by Kazuya Nakanishi, with scripts written by Kanichi Katou, character designs by Makoto Iino, and music composed by Kenichiro Suehiro.
The film is titled The Eminence in Shadow: Lost Echoes.
Accompanying the announcement is a new teaser visual.
The Eminence In Shadow season 2 was broadcast for 12 episodes from October 4 to December 20, 2023.
The opening theme song is “Grayscale Dominator” by OxT, while the ending theme song is “Polaris in the Night” by Ikumi Hasegawa, Maaya Uchida, Mayu Minami and Ryoko Maekawa.
The main staff from the first season of The Eminence In The Shadow anime reprised their roles for the second season.
Season 1 of the anime aired from Oct 5, 2022, to Feb 15, 2023. The series was produced by Nexus and directed by Kazuya Nakanishi, with scripts written by Kanichi Katou, character designs by Makoto Iino, and music composed by Kenichiro Suehiro.
- 12/21/2023
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
“In Another World With My Smartphone” Complete Series on DVD and Blu-ray™ Combo Pack from October 29
Technology triumphs in a world of fantasy and fun!
Get ready to be transported to another world with a hit fantasy anime that’s part action, part comedy, and all fun! Own the complete series of “In Another World With My Smartphone” on DVD and Blu-ray combo pack from October 29, courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment!
Based on the popular light novel series by Patora Fuyuhara and illustrator Eiji Usatsuka, when young Touya Mochizuki is mistakenly killed by a stray lightning bolt, God takes pity on the boy and reincarnates him in a fantasy world unlike the one he came from. As compensation, he is granted the wish of many teenagers: his smartphone! Enlisting as an adventurer in a world of swords and magic, Mochizuki’s smartphone will prove more valuable than any spell in a journey where many challenges and cute girls await!
“In Another World With My Smartphone...
Get ready to be transported to another world with a hit fantasy anime that’s part action, part comedy, and all fun! Own the complete series of “In Another World With My Smartphone” on DVD and Blu-ray combo pack from October 29, courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment!
Based on the popular light novel series by Patora Fuyuhara and illustrator Eiji Usatsuka, when young Touya Mochizuki is mistakenly killed by a stray lightning bolt, God takes pity on the boy and reincarnates him in a fantasy world unlike the one he came from. As compensation, he is granted the wish of many teenagers: his smartphone! Enlisting as an adventurer in a world of swords and magic, Mochizuki’s smartphone will prove more valuable than any spell in a journey where many challenges and cute girls await!
“In Another World With My Smartphone...
- 9/8/2018
- by Adriana Rosati
- AsianMoviePulse
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