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Japanese Animation TV Ranking, December 8-14
My Hero Academia finale ranks at #4 with 4.5% rating. Sazae-san leads with 7.1%, followed by Detective Conan at 6.6%. The Concierge earns 0.7% rating on NHK Educational.
Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube Anime's 2nd Part Reveals Creditless Opening Sequence
REMOW reveals creditless opening sequence for Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube anime's second part. THE ORAL CIGARETTES perform opening theme "ERASE." The new cours …
Kūbo Ibuki Series Gets New Manga on February 25
Kaiji Kawaguchi's Kūbo Ibuki series continues with a third manga installment launching February 25, 2026, in Shogakukan's Big Comic magazine, following the conclusion of …
AnimEigo Releases The Dagger of Kamui Anime Film on Blu-ray Disc on April 7
AnimEigo announces the wide Blu-ray release of Rintarō's classic "The Dagger of Kamui" on April 7, 2026. Includes English dub, director's commentary, and specia…
Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity Series' Trailer Unveils February 15 Premiere
Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity, the first series in Toei's new Project R.E.D. tokusatsu brand, reveals trailer, visuals, and staff. The series premieres February 15, 2026,…
The Holy Grail of Eris TV Anime's 3rd Promo Video Previews Opening Theme Song
The Holy Grail of Eris TV anime releases 3rd promotional video previewing opening theme song "Happy Ever After feat. YU-KA" by Reina Washio. The fantasy mystery series pr…
Tougen Anki Anime Gets Nikko Kegon Falls Arc Sequel
Tougen Anki anime sequel Nikko Kegon Falls Arc announced. The sequel arc features Hayate Todoroki and the Kikoku Unit, following the conclusion of Season 1.
Karakarakemuri, Haruki Hajime to Launch New Soccer Manga in February
Karakarakemuri and Haruki Hajime launch new soccer manga for the new era in Weekly Shonen Sunday on February 25, 2026. The series debuts in the magazine's 13th issue.
Atsu Benino Launches New Manga Hōkago Voca-Ken de! in January
Atsu Benino launches new manga Hōkago Voca-Ken de! in Weekly Shonen Sunday on January 7, 2026. The series follows first-year high schooler Mira Sasaki who joins the Vocaloid resear…
Aiko Koyama, Takenori Ichihara Launch New Manga Kimi wa Akeboshi in January
Aiko Koyama and Takenori Ichihara launch new manga Kimi wa Akeboshi in Weekly Shonen Sunday on January 21, 2025. The series follows a young girl's journey with her mysterious …
A Livid Lady's Guide to Getting Even TV Anime Reveals July 2026 Debut, Main Staff in Video
A Livid Lady's Guide to Getting Even TV anime premieres July 2026. Saori Ōnishi stars as Elizabeth Leiston in this revenge fantasy series produced by Studio Comet.
Hiromasa Okujima Launches New Manga Serial-san on February 25
Hiromasa Okujima launches new manga Serial-san in Grand Jump Mucha on February 25, 2026. The series debuts with a color opening page and front cover feature.
Whoever Steals This Book Anime Film's Special Music Video Features Theme Song
Whoever Steals This Book anime film releases special music video featuring theme song "Share" by YUKI. The fantasy film opens in Japan on December 26, 2025.
The Food Diary of Miss Maid TV Anime Reveals April 2026 Debut
The Food Diary of Miss Maid TV anime premieres April 2026. Follow maid-in-training Suzume Tachibana as she explores Japanese cuisine in this heartwarming slice-of-life series.
Front Mission 3: Remake Game Launches for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox X|S, PC on January 30
Front Mission 3: Remake launches January 30, 2026 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and GOG. Watch the new trailer showcasing the tactical RPG with branching storylin…
One Piece Pirate Warriors 4 Game Previews DLC Characters Z, King, Eneru in Videos
Character Pack 8 launches January 22, 2026 with Z, King, and Eneru. Watch new gameplay trailers and learn about the free Switch 2 upgrade and Jewelry Bonney Nika form.
Chainsaw Man Anime Film Rises to #4, 1st Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Film to #8 in Japan
Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc jumps to #4 in its 14th weekend. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle returns to top 10 at #8 in its 23rd weekend, maintaining record-breaking global performance.
Elegy for the Henchmen: Fist of the North Star Anime Posts New Video for January 5 Premiere
Hiro Shimono stars in the comedy spinoff shorts premiering January 5, 2026. Watch the new promotional video showcasing the motion comic animation style.
Tadaima, Ojamasaremasu! Romantic Comedy TV Anime Streams Teaser for 2026 Premiere
Kana Hanazawa, Kaito Ishikawa, and Haruki Ishiya star in the 2026 workplace romcom about a closeted otaku office worker and her wall-kicking neighbors. Tatsunoko Production animate…
I Made Friends with the Second Prettiest Girl in My Class: April 2026 Anime Guide
The Kuranika anime adaptation premieres April 2026! Discover the cast, staff, opening song by reGretGirl, and where to watch this down-to-earth romcom.
Fairy Princess Minky Momo: Everything We Know About the 2025 OVA
Ashi Productions celebrates its 50th anniversary with the first new Minky Momo anime in 31 years. Discover the new visual by Hiroshi Watanabe and the 2025 OVA production details.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: Release Date, Streaming Guide, & Episode 1 Details
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: The Culling Game Part 1 arrives January 9, 2026! Find out where to stream on Ani-One Asia, the returning MAPPA staff, and Yuta Okkotsu's big return.
Labyrinth (Meikyū no Shiori): Release Date, Cast, & Trailer Guide
Legendary director Shōji Kawamori returns with Labyrinth! Discover the Malaysia release date, the Atarashii Gakkō! soundtrack, and SUZUKA's debut voice role.
Battle of Tokyo Anime: New Animation Sequences & 2026 Movie Details
LDH Japan reveals stunning new animation for Battle of Tokyo -Utsukushiki Uso-. Discover the voice cast including Yūki Kaji and Yūma Uchida, and the January 23 theatrical premiere.…
Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None: Read English Manga on K Manga Now
K Manga new releases December 2025: Jack-of-All-Trades Party of None manga English is now available! Read Yūsha Party o Oidasareta Kiyō Binbō on K Manga ahead of the Winter 2026 fa…
North American Anime & Manga Releases: Dec 21-27, 2025 | Weekly Guide
Don't miss the final anime and manga drops of 2025! Featuring Gun Gale Online II on Blu-ray, Slime Vol 28, and the new H.P. Lovecraft adaptation from Dark Horse.
Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 5 Manga: Suzuka Returns for Final Arc
Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 5 manga adaptation launches January 19, 2026. Manga creator Suzuka returns to adapt the final chapter "Avatar of a Goddess" on Corona EX. Ge…
100 Meters Anime Film Wins Runner-Up Best Animated Film at Florida Film Critics Circle Awards
100 Meters (Hyakuemu) anime film wins Runner-Up Best Animated Film at Florida Film Critics Circle Awards. Netflix streaming begins December 31, 2025. Directed by Kenji Iwaisawa.
Gundam Hathaway 2: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe – Release Date & New Trailer
The Gundam Hathaway trilogy continues! Discover the January 30, 2026 release date, new cast members, and watch the "Life of Hathaway Noa" promo video.
Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers: Release Date, Cast, & Trailer (2026)
The legendary Ronin Warriors return! Get the latest on Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers, including the January 6 premiere date, new Ten Braves cast, and the 2026 trailer.
Medalist Season 2 Release Date & Trailer: Ending Song "Rookies" by Conton Candy Revealed
Medalist Season 2 release date confirmed for January 24, 2026. New trailer reveals ending song "Rookies" by Conton Candy and 10 new cast members for Chubu Block Tournamen…
Tenkō-saki no Seiso Karen na Bishōjo Anime Release Date 2026: Tenbin 2nd Teaser & Ikumi Hasegawa Cast
The Tenkō-saki no Seiso Karen na Bishōjo anime is coming in 2026! Watch the second teaser trailer, discover the voice behind Haruki Nikaidō, and get the full story on this hit chil…
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Anime Release Date April 2026: CloverWorks Cast & Production Updates
The In the Clear Moonlit Dusk anime is coming in April 2026! Get the latest updates on the CloverWorks production, the newly announced voice cast for Yoi and Ichimura, and where to…
Sgt. Frog New Anime 2026: Kerokero Gunsō ☆ TV Series & 20th Anniversary Film
Sgt. Frog is back! Discover everything about the new 'Kerokero Gunsō ☆' TV anime coming in Fall 2026 and the 20th-anniversary film. Get the full scoop on the new cast, th…
Though I Am an Inept Villainess Anime Release Date April 2026: Doga Kobo Body Swap Mystery
The Though I Am an Inept Villainess anime officially premieres in April 2026! Discover the new key visual from Doga Kobo, cast details for Kou Reirin, and why this body-swap histor…
CITY Manga Ending Volume 15: Keiichi Arawi Finale & Kyoto Animation News
Keiichi Arawi's CITY manga officially concludes with Volume 15 on December 23, 2025. Discover the latest details on the series finale, the 2025 Kyoto Animation adaptation, and…
Bloodict Manga Enters Hiatus: No Return Date Announced
Bloodict manga announced hiatus in January 2025 G Fantasy issue. Umiharu's series about drug trade and family search takes break. Get all the details here.
The 13th Footprint Manga Ends: Final Chapter & Kei Sanbe's New Projects
The 13th Footprint manga officially ended on December 19, 2025. Kei Sanbe concludes the supernatural mystery series. Get details on final volumes and his upcoming projects here.
Saioshi no Gikei o Mederu Tame, Nagaikishimasu! Premieres January 2026: BL Romance Isekai from BALLOON Project
Saioshi no Gikei o Mederu Tame, Nagaikishimasu! (To Cherish My Favorite Step-Brother, I'll Live Long!) premieres January 6, 2026, on tvk at 21:55 JST. Early streaming January …
Muse Asia Licenses Winter 2026 Anime: Scum of the Brave, Dragon Hatchling, Kaguya-sama Special & More
Muse Asia has officially licensed multiple titles for South and Southeast Asia, including Scum of the Brave (24 episodes, January 10), Reincarnated as a Dragon Hatchling (January 1…
MF Ghost Season 3 Premieres January 2026: Kanata Rivington Returns for Racing Action
MF Ghost Season 3 (MFゴースト 3rd Season) premieres January 4, 2026, on TOKYO MX and BS11. Early premiere January 1 on Prime Video Japan. Produced by Felix Film, directed by Tomohito N…
Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None: Winter 2026 Fantasy Anime About the Ultimate All-Rounder
Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None (Yūsha Party o Oidasareta Kiyō Binbō) premieres January 2026 on Crunchyroll. Produced by Studio Elle and directed by Tatsuma Minamikawa. Follow ta…
Gachiakuta Season 2 Confirmed: Release Date, Story Arcs, and New Game Details
Studio Bones officially announced Gachiakuta Season 2 on December 21, 2025. Learn about the new survival RPG game, the Trash Raiders arc, and where to stream the latest episodes.
Gachiakuta RPG Announced by Com2uS: Everything We Know (Release Date, Platforms, and Gameplay)
Gachiakuta RPG announced for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Com2uS developing survival action RPG. Season 2 confirmed. Get all the details here.
Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising Release Date & Trailer 2
The wait is over! Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising officially premieres in February 2026. Watch the 2nd trailer and get the latest sequel news here.
Dr. Stone: Science Future Final Part — Release Date & Finale News
Dr. Stone: Science Future Part 3 officially premieres in October 2026! Get all the Jump Festa '26 details on the Moon Mission and the anime's grand finale.
Blue Box Season 2 Announced: Release Date & Manga Finale News
Blue Box Season 2 is officially coming in Fall 2026! Get all the details from Jump Festa '26, including the new visual and the manga's final arc news.
Digimon Beatbreak Anime Reveals 10 New Cast Members, Previews Tactics Arc
Toei Animation revealed 10 new cast members and a new trailer for Digimon Beatbreak's Tactics Arc, which debuts on January 11, 2026.
One Piece Elbaph Arc: Anime Release Date & Seasonal Format
Huge news from Jump Festa '26! One Piece Elbaph Arc premieres April 2026 with a new seasonal schedule. Watch the teaser trailer and see the new Straw Hat designs.
U.K. Blu-ray of I'm Standing on a Million Lives Released on Monday
Anime Limited released Blu-ray collections for I'm Standing on a Million Lives and Bleach Set 9 on Monday, December 22, bringing these popular anime series to UK collectors.
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