Anime, manga and otaku culture news

Dara-san of Reiwa: The Snake God Prepares Her Grand Debut

We love unexpected friendships. Imagine walking into a cursed forest and finding a giant snake woman who just wants to hang out. That is the heart of Reiwa no Dara-san. We finally have a full trailer and a release window for this peculiar story. The ...

204/03/2026by Laura Martínez

Manga

Japanese Manga Market Shows First Decline Since 2017

The Japanese manga industry experienced its first market decline since 2017, marking a significant shift in the industry's growth trajectory. Let's dive into what these numbers mean for manga fans and the industry as a whole.Understanding the Market ...

304/03/2026by Laura Martínez

Manga

Japanese Manga Market Shows First Decline Since 2017

004/03/2026by Laura Martínez

Manga

Hana ni Kamiguse Manga Ends on April 3: Nakayoshi Confirms Final Chapter Date

You know that feeling when a sweet romance starts hitting different… and then boom, it’s already ending? Yeah, that’s Hana ni Kamiguse (Flower Biting Habit) for you.Hana ni Kamiguse is officially endingThe April issue of Nakayoshi announced that Hana...

004/03/2026by Mateo Henríquez

Anime

Kadokawa and Aniplex Launch Animec: A New Era for Cinema

We love the smell of popcorn and the glow of a giant screen. In Madrid, we say that some things are better shared, and Kadokawa and Aniplex clearly agree. They have just shaken the industry by creating Animec Inc., a joint venture dedicated entirely ...

004/03/2026by Laura Martínez

Manga

Humans Over Machines: Seven Seas Rejects AI for Manga Translation

We have some fresh news from the publishing world. Media Do recently acquired Seven Seas Entertainment for a cool 80 million dollars. Naturally, the alarm bells started ringing among fans. Everyone wondered if our favorite stories would soon be trans...

003/03/2026by Laura Martínez

Anime

Ingoku Danchi Anime Reveals New Cast, Visual, and April Premiere Date

The wheels are turning for the upcoming television anime adaptation of Ingoku Danchi, also known as Deviant's Apartment Complex. This week, the production committee pulled back the curtain to reveal a treasure trove of new information, from fresh fac...

203/03/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Games

Bandai Namco Restructuring: Executive Shake-Up, Renamed Divisions, and Big Moves with Sony and Nintendo

You blink, and Bandai Namco is already moving the pieces on the board. Starting April 1, the company is rolling out a restructuring and swapping key leaders across several groups. If you care about games, anime, arcades, or collectibles… yeah, this h...

002/03/2026by Mateo Henríquez

Anime

A New Dawn: Yoshitoshi Shinomiya’s Cinematic Vision Unveils Its First Sequence

When you observe the delicate balance of light and shadow in a frame, you are witnessing the quiet pulse of a creator's soul, much like the vibrant colors that define the career of Yoshitoshi Shinomiya. After years of lending his brush to the etherea...

002/03/2026by Marcos López

Anime

Netflix drops explosive final trailer for BEASTARS Final Season Part 2

Asumadre! The wait is finally over for all of us who have been following the wild life of Legoshi. We just saw the new trailer for the second part of BEASTARS Final Season and let us tell you, it looks mostro. Netflix and TOHO are not playing around ...

228/02/2026by Valeria Quispe

Games

Genshin Impact Leakers Arrested: When Fame Becomes a Crime

We live in an era where everyone wants to be the first to know. In the world of Genshin Impact, knowing a character's design months in advance is a currency of its own. However, what started as a race for clicks has ended in handcuffs. We are witness...

428/02/2026by Laura Martínez

Anime

Goodbye, Lara Anime Casts Rica Fukami and Ayumu Murase for July Premiere

You feel a familiar ache, don't you? The longing of a mermaid for a world she can never truly have. Goodbye, Lara promises to twist that classic sorrow into something new, and now we know more of the voices who will bring it to life. The official ann...

027/02/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Anime

Netflix Reveals New Anime Series 'Dandelion' from Gintama Creator

Are you ready for a touching supernatural journey? Netflix is bringing something special to anime fans worldwide with their latest announcement - 'Dandelion', a new series from the creative mind behind 'Gintama', Hideaki Sorachi. As someone who grew ...

627/02/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Manga

Captain Underpants Gets a Manga Makeover: Dav Pilkey Teams Up with Motojiro for Historic Crossover

Imagine the irreverent, toilet-humor-fueled world of George Beard and Harold Hutchins, but rendered in the dynamic panels and vivid expressions of manga. This is the reality arriving on April 7, as Scholastic's Graphix imprint unveils Captain Underpa...

026/02/2026by Marcos López

Anime

Onegai AiPri: The Next Evolution of the Pretty Series Franchise

Experience is a teacher that rarely takes a day off. After decades watching the industry shift from hand-drawn cels to polished CG idols, we have learned that some legacies are built to last. The Pretty Series is one such titan. What started as a sim...

026/02/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Manga

A Certain Scientific Railgun Manga Reaches Its Electrifying Conclusion

We've got some big news from Academy City, and it's time to say goodbye to a legend. The April issue of Monthly Comic Dengeki Daioh just dropped a major announcement: Motoi Fuyukawa's A Certain Scientific Railgun manga is ending. The final chapter wi...

126/02/2026by Laura Martínez

Anime

Devil May Cry Season 2 Release Date Revealed with New Sneak Peek

Are you ready to dive back into the demon-slaying world of Devil May Cry? The wait is almost over! Netflix's animated adaptation is returning for its second thrilling season, and I can barely contain my excitement to share this news with you.Release ...

126/02/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Anime

MAPPA Absorbs Studio Contrail: A Strategic Move in the Industry

We are witnessing a new shift in the anime industry landscape. MAPPA, the powerhouse we all know for its high-octane productions, has decided to officially absorb its sibling, Studio Contrail. This merger means MAPPA assumes every single right and ob...

026/02/2026by Laura Martínez

Manga

The Remarried Empress Returns: New Side Stories and Global Success

When a story captures the collective heart of millions, the silence following its conclusion often feels like a heavy curtain falling too soon on a stage you never wanted to leave. You might have felt that bittersweet sting when episode 247 of The Re...

026/02/2026by Marcos López

Manga

Mr. Nietzsche in the Convenience Store Manga Reaches Its Final Chapter

The quirky world of convenience store philosophy is about to close its doors as we bid farewell to one of manga's most unique series. After captivating readers for over a decade, this fascinating blend of retail work and philosophical musings has rea...

026/02/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Otakus

Hideaki Anno’s Brutal Take on Turning 30: “After That, It’s All Downhill”

If you are about to turn 30 and you feel that quiet, heavy existential pressure sitting on your shoulders, Hideaki Anno just dropped a line that lands like an Eva unit stepping on concrete: not poetic, not comforting, just blunt enough to stay with y...

425/02/2026by Sebastián Mamani

Anime

Dr. Stone: Science Future Announces Final Part Release Date

Get ready to witness the final chapter of humanity's scientific revival! The highly anticipated conclusion of Dr. Stone: Science Future is set to premiere on April 2nd. This marks the third and final part of the fourth season, bringing the entire ser...

025/02/2026by Mateo Henríquez

Manga

Saint Seiya: Saintia Shō Memories Nears Its Finale as One Last Chapter Approaches

If you’ve been following Saint Seiya: Saintia Shō Memories like a small candle kept alive between bigger storms, you’re now close enough to feel the final gust: a report in Akita Shoten’s Champion RED (April issue) indicates the limited mini-series i...

125/02/2026by Marcos López

Anime

Nippon Sangoku Anime Reveals New Cast, Staff, Opening Theme “Hidane,” and PV 2 Ahead of April Premiere

We’re standing at the edge of a ruined world, checking our watch like it’s a train at Sol. Nippon Sangoku, the TV anime based on Ikka Matsuki’s manga, just dropped a fresh batch of updates: more cast, more staff, a key visual, the opening theme, and ...

024/02/2026by Laura Martínez

Games

Anime and Game Music Legend Shigeru Ikeda Passes Away at 57

The world of Japanese music is mourning today, and it hits hard. Shigeru Ikeda, a brilliant composer who gave soul to many visual novels and anime, passed away on February 21. He was only 57 years old. This news is a real punch to the gut for those o...

124/02/2026by Mateo Henríquez

Otakus

Tokyo Skytree Elevator Malfunction Leaves 20 Trapped for Nearly 6 Hours During Puella Magi Madoka Magica Event

Sunday night in Tokyo Skytree turned into a pucha moment. An elevator malfunction stopped one car about 30 meters (around 100 feet) above the ground floor, leaving 20 people trapped for nearly six hours. Up above, around 1,200 guests were also left w...

023/02/2026by Valeria Quispe

Anime

Classroom of the Elite: Year 2 Anime Sets April 1 Premiere, 90-Minute Special, and New Theme Songs

You wanted more mind games. You wanted more cold stares. And yeah… you wanted more Ayanokōji energy. Classroom of the Elite: Year 2 (Yōkoso Jitsuryoku Shijō Shugi no Kyōshitsu e 4th Season 2-nen Sei Hen 1 Gakki) is coming in hot with a real “no time ...

223/02/2026by Mateo Henríquez

Anime

New Evangelion Anime Series Announced for 30th Anniversary

The beloved Evangelion franchise is about to embark on a new chapter! As someone who grew up watching mecha anime in both Korea and Mexico, this announcement brings back waves of nostalgia mixed with fresh excitement.A New Era BeginsDuring the grand ...

523/02/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Otakus

My Reason to Die Webtoon Gets Live-Action Series with Chae-min Lee

Your heart is about to race all over again. The beloved webtoon My Reason to Die is stepping off the screen and into a live-action reality. Can you feel the anticipation? It’s a different kind of thrill, knowing the characters you’ve loved in panels ...

023/02/2026by Kim Seo-yeon

Events

WEBTOON Makes Historic Debut at Emerald City Comic Con 2026

The digital comics landscape is evolving, and we're witnessing a significant milestone as WEBTOON prepares for its first appearance at Emerald City Comic Con. The event, scheduled for March 5-8, 2026 in Seattle, promises to be a game-changer for webc...

123/02/2026by Eduardo Casanova

Anime, manga and otaku culture news

Dara-san of Reiwa: The Snake God Prepares Her Grand Debut

Japanese Manga Market Shows First Decline Since 2017

Japanese Manga Market Shows First Decline Since 2017

Hana ni Kamiguse Manga Ends on April 3: Nakayoshi Confirms Final Chapter Date

Kadokawa and Aniplex Launch Animec: A New Era for Cinema

Humans Over Machines: Seven Seas Rejects AI for Manga Translation

Ingoku Danchi Anime Reveals New Cast, Visual, and April Premiere Date

Bandai Namco Restructuring: Executive Shake-Up, Renamed Divisions, and Big Moves with Sony and Nintendo

A New Dawn: Yoshitoshi Shinomiya’s Cinematic Vision Unveils Its First Sequence

Netflix drops explosive final trailer for BEASTARS Final Season Part 2

Genshin Impact Leakers Arrested: When Fame Becomes a Crime

Goodbye, Lara Anime Casts Rica Fukami and Ayumu Murase for July Premiere

Netflix Reveals New Anime Series 'Dandelion' from Gintama Creator

Captain Underpants Gets a Manga Makeover: Dav Pilkey Teams Up with Motojiro for Historic Crossover

Onegai AiPri: The Next Evolution of the Pretty Series Franchise

A Certain Scientific Railgun Manga Reaches Its Electrifying Conclusion

Devil May Cry Season 2 Release Date Revealed with New Sneak Peek

MAPPA Absorbs Studio Contrail: A Strategic Move in the Industry

The Remarried Empress Returns: New Side Stories and Global Success

Mr. Nietzsche in the Convenience Store Manga Reaches Its Final Chapter

Hideaki Anno’s Brutal Take on Turning 30: “After That, It’s All Downhill”

Dr. Stone: Science Future Announces Final Part Release Date

Saint Seiya: Saintia Shō Memories Nears Its Finale as One Last Chapter Approaches

Nippon Sangoku Anime Reveals New Cast, Staff, Opening Theme “Hidane,” and PV 2 Ahead of April Premiere

Anime and Game Music Legend Shigeru Ikeda Passes Away at 57

Tokyo Skytree Elevator Malfunction Leaves 20 Trapped for Nearly 6 Hours During Puella Magi Madoka Magica Event

Classroom of the Elite: Year 2 Anime Sets April 1 Premiere, 90-Minute Special, and New Theme Songs

New Evangelion Anime Series Announced for 30th Anniversary

My Reason to Die Webtoon Gets Live-Action Series with Chae-min Lee

WEBTOON Makes Historic Debut at Emerald City Comic Con 2026

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