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Finally: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run will continue on Netflix

Netflix has just broken its own golden rule with one of the biggest licenses in its catalog. If you devoured the beginning of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run (JoJo no Kimyo na Boken Part 7), get ready to change your viewing routine. The stre...

006/04/2026by Laura Martínez

Otakus

Caught: Nijisanji VTubers used bots to inflate their streams

The facade has crumbled for several corporate agencies. In the competitive world of streaming, numbers are absolutely everything, but the community has just discovered that some of those numbers were pure illusion. In mid-March, a famous viewbot serv...

005/04/2026by Laura Martínez

Anime

Finally: The Detective Is Already Dead returns with a spectacular trailer for its second season

The legacy of the world's most brilliant detective is far from fading away. The highly anticipated animated adaptation of The Detective Is Already Dead (Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru) resurfaced this Sunday with bittersweet surprises for its fans, reveali...

005/04/2026by Marcos López

Otakus

Prison for watching anime? China dismantles major otaku forum

We thought the greatest danger of being an anime fan was having your favorite series canceled, but the situation has just reached a truly terrifying level. Chinese government authorities dismantled a massive online community and arrested dozens of yo...

104/04/2026by Marcos López

Otakus

The mangaka of Hidarikiki no Eren invested all his money in the anime

In the anime industry, the golden rule for an original creator is simple: you collect your royalties, let the studios work their magic, and pray they don't ruin your work. However, Kappy, the author of Hidarikiki no Eren, has just thrown the entire c...

004/04/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Otakus

Mushoku Tensei Author: "I Write What I Love, I Don't Care About Sales"

If you ever wondered why the creator of Mushoku Tensei never bowed to internet criticism, the answer is simple: he doesn't care. Rifujin na Magonote, the mastermind behind one of the most popular and debated isekai series in the world, has just relea...

104/04/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Otakus

Sailor Moon in space? NASA surprises with an otaku tribute

We thought anime had already conquered every corner of the Earth, but apparently, we fell short. This time it was NASA who decided to give us a huge surprise, proving that even the most serious government agencies have an otaku side. It turns out the...

004/04/2026by Mateo Henríquez

Otakus

The Reunion That Broke the Internet: Yui and Mio Celebrate K-On!

If your knees ache when it rains or you catch yourself complaining about "kids these days" and their music, get ready to feel even older. It has been 17 years since a group of girls drinking tea and eating cake completely revolutionized the anime ind...

004/04/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Anime

Ready for More Mafia? Yusha no Kuzu Reveals Trailer and Release Date for Its Second Cour

The battles against mobsters with superhuman powers are far from over. The animated adaptation of Yusha no Kuzu (Scum of the Brave) will keep the adrenaline at its peak with the arrival of its second cour, scheduled to premiere on Japanese television...

004/04/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Otakus

Hate won: Gundam disables comments due to toxicity

Sometimes the community itself is to blame for losing nice things. If you recently tried to interact with the official account of Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury (better known in these parts as Gundam: Suisei no Majo), you likely ran strai...

004/04/2026by Laura Martínez

Games

Mourning in Japan: Pokémon Centers cancel all their April events

A few weeks ago, news of a horrific crime inside the Ikebukuro branch left us all speechless. Now, the aftermath of that nightmare has paralyzed the franchise's activities throughout Japan. Following the fatal attack that claimed the life of an emplo...

004/04/2026by Sebastián Mamani

Otakus

Your account in danger? Crunchyroll user data leaked

If you thought the worst thing that could happen to your anime streaming service was a server crash in the middle of a season premiere, I have terrible news for you. The cybersecurity nightmare at Crunchyroll has just escalated to the worst possible ...

004/04/2026by Marcos López

Manga

Boichi asks mangakas to stop copying the Shonen Jump style

If you've recently felt like every new fighting manga is an exact copy of the last one, you're not crazy. The legendary Boichi, the South Korean illustrator who gave us the brutal visuals of Dr. Stone, has just said exactly the same thing. This maste...

103/04/2026by Sebastián Mamani

Manga

Korean artists pretend to be Japanese to draw Blue Archive art

Have you ever stumbled upon an artist on Pixiv who draws like the gods themselves, has a Japanese name, and zero personal information on their profile? Well, hold on tight, because you might be admiring the work of a terrified South Korean. It turns ...

003/04/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Anime

Kamen Rider joins Aniplex and Shirogumi to create animated films

The laws of physics and the limitations of stunt suits will no longer be an obstacle for Japan's most iconic motorized heroes. The legendary superhero franchise known as Kamen Rider has decided to radically expand its horizons within the anime indust...

003/04/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Games

Magic Doesn't Retire: Tales of and ufotable Promise New Official Art to Celebrate 30 Years

The magic of classic role-playing games and top-tier animation are about to collide in a spectacular way within the entertainment industry. To celebrate three decades of epic adventures, the legendary Tales of video game franchise has joined forces w...

003/04/2026by Sebastián Mamani

Anime

Chainsmoker Cat confirms July premiere and reveals its incredible voice cast

Cigarette smoke and everyday clutter are set to take over the small screen with a proposal that breaks the mold of "animal girls." The animated adaptation of Yani Neko (also known as Chainsmoker Cat) confirmed this Thursday its official release date ...

003/04/2026by Sebastián Mamani

Anime

Not enough? Check out the new My Hero Academia announcement regarding its extra episode

Did you think the journey to becoming the greatest hero of all was already completely over? Well, put your tissues away. Just when we thought the final season would leave us with a massive existential void, the My Hero Academia (Boku no Hero Academia...

003/04/2026by Mateo Henríquez

Otakus

Is Senran Kagura giving in to censorship? Project N announced without fanservice.

Get your tissues ready, because today is a sad day for true men of culture. The legendary Senran Kagura saga, famous for giving us hours of frantic combat and impact physics, is officially dead as we knew it. Marvelous has just dropped the bombshell ...

003/04/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Manga

Yukiko Nozawa, illustrator of 100 Girlfriends, gave birth to her baby

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003/04/2026by Marcos López

Otakus

Hatsune Miku's husband recommends marrying your waifu

If your family has ever looked at you sideways for calling a poster in your room "my wife," someone has just stepped up to defend you tooth and nail. The famous husband of Hatsune Miku, that Japanese man who took his love for the 2D world all the way...

003/04/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Manga

Honey Lemon Soda comes to an end: Check the details of the final chapter after 10 years

One of the most beloved love stories of the last decade in the female demographic is about to close its final chapter. The popular manga Honey Lemon Soda, written and illustrated by Mayu Murata, will end its serialization in the May issue of Shueisha...

003/04/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Anime

Do You Miss 86: Eighty Six? Its Author Finally Returns with The Yaebuki Agency

After establishing herself as one of the most influential voices in contemporary narrative with her war drama, the mind behind one of the biggest hits of recent years is ready to start a new chapter. Asato Asato, the acclaimed author of 86: Eighty Si...

103/04/2026by Marcos López

Anime

The Fable Anime Confirms Second Season for the Yamaoka Arc

Living as an ordinary civilian can be much more complicated than completing a contract killing, especially when the past refuses to stay buried. Japan's deadliest hitman is ready to resume his "normal life." This Thursday, the production committee be...

001/04/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Anime

El Dorado is Near: Frieren's VAs Tease the Epic Season 3 Arc

Maturity in an elf's journey is not measured in years, but in the ability to connect with human brevity. This April 1st, the cast of the fantasy shonen by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe, Sousou no Frieren (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End), analyzed th...

101/04/2026by Laura Martínez

Anime

What is the best Mobile Suit in history? The first world ranking has a winner

The wait is over and the results are far more interesting than anyone could have imagined. This Wednesday, within the anime community and mecha fans, the legendary Gundam franchise broke the internet by publishing the final figures of its first offic...

001/04/2026by Valeria Quispe

Games

The terrifying game where your virtual girlfriend becomes a killer yandere

Having a virtual girlfriend on your phone sounds like the perfect fantasy to avoid real-world problems, but this new title will prove that digital love can be extremely deadly. This Tuesday, within the video game horror community, Japanese developer ...

001/04/2026by Valeria Quispe

Otakus

From YouTuber to Office Worker: The Dream of Being a Streamer Dies Fast Among Japanese Students

We have all fantasized about quitting the monotonous life of an office worker, buying ourselves a microphone with RGB lights, and living off people's donations while playing video games. Japanese children are no exception. In fact, it has just been c...

001/04/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Otakus

Frieren and Jujutsu Kaisen are the best anime of the season according to Japan

Deciding which series is the best of the season always sparks an internet war, but this time the battle ended in a completely unexpected way. This Tuesday, within the anime community, the Winter 2026 voting results were revealed, declaring a historic...

031/03/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Otakus

Goodbye to the Japanese Dream: Japan makes it almost impossible to obtain nationality

Moving to the land of the rising sun and obtaining the coveted red passport is the ultimate dream for thousands of people, but the Asian government has just turned this goal into a much longer journey. In a surprise move, Japan's Ministry of Justice ...

031/03/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Anime, manga and otaku culture news

Finally: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run will continue on Netflix

Caught: Nijisanji VTubers used bots to inflate their streams

Finally: The Detective Is Already Dead returns with a spectacular trailer for its second season

Prison for watching anime? China dismantles major otaku forum

The mangaka of Hidarikiki no Eren invested all his money in the anime

Mushoku Tensei Author: "I Write What I Love, I Don't Care About Sales"

Sailor Moon in space? NASA surprises with an otaku tribute

The Reunion That Broke the Internet: Yui and Mio Celebrate K-On!

Ready for More Mafia? Yusha no Kuzu Reveals Trailer and Release Date for Its Second Cour

Hate won: Gundam disables comments due to toxicity

Mourning in Japan: Pokémon Centers cancel all their April events

Your account in danger? Crunchyroll user data leaked

Boichi asks mangakas to stop copying the Shonen Jump style

Korean artists pretend to be Japanese to draw Blue Archive art

Kamen Rider joins Aniplex and Shirogumi to create animated films

Magic Doesn't Retire: Tales of and ufotable Promise New Official Art to Celebrate 30 Years

Chainsmoker Cat confirms July premiere and reveals its incredible voice cast

Not enough? Check out the new My Hero Academia announcement regarding its extra episode

Is Senran Kagura giving in to censorship? Project N announced without fanservice.

Yukiko Nozawa, illustrator of 100 Girlfriends, gave birth to her baby

Hatsune Miku's husband recommends marrying your waifu

Honey Lemon Soda comes to an end: Check the details of the final chapter after 10 years

Do You Miss 86: Eighty Six? Its Author Finally Returns with The Yaebuki Agency

The Fable Anime Confirms Second Season for the Yamaoka Arc

El Dorado is Near: Frieren's VAs Tease the Epic Season 3 Arc

What is the best Mobile Suit in history? The first world ranking has a winner

The terrifying game where your virtual girlfriend becomes a killer yandere

From YouTuber to Office Worker: The Dream of Being a Streamer Dies Fast Among Japanese Students

Frieren and Jujutsu Kaisen are the best anime of the season according to Japan

Goodbye to the Japanese Dream: Japan makes it almost impossible to obtain nationality

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