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A new Golden Kamuy Ova will be released in Japan this October alongside the first spin-off novel for the series. Ahead of that, the debut trailer was released today , showing the first footage from The Lightning Thief and Viper Ogin Ova and Shimaenaga mini-ova and revealing the voice actors who will be voicing fan-favorite characters Ogin and Keiichiro Sakamoto, as well as the Bird of Shimaenaga. Golden Kamuy Anime The Lightning Thief and Viper Ogin Ova Trailer The main cast of the Ova includes: Keiichiro Sakamoto voiced by Koichi Yamadera (Ryoji Kaji in Neon Genesis Evangelion ) Ogin voiced by Kotono Mitsuishi (Misato Katsuragi in Neon Genesis Evangelion ) Shimaenaga voiced by Ikue Otani (Pikachu in Pokémon ) Keiichiro Sakamoto character visual Ogin character visual Shimaenaga character visual Related: Golden Kamuy Anime Gets Ova Alongside 1st Spin-Off Novel Shizutaka Sugahara serves as chief director for The Lightning Thief and Viper Ogin Ova, returning...

Tms Entertainment's official YouTube channel is now streaming a character trailer for Inspector Zenigata (CV: Koichi Yamadera), the protagonist of Lupin the IIIrd: Zenigata to Futari no Lupin ("Zenigata and Two Lupins"), a prequel episode to the upcoming anime feature film Lupin the IIIrd the Movie: Fujimi no Ketsuzoku ("The Immortal Bloodline"). Lupin the IIIrd: Zenigata to Futari no Lupin Zenigata Character Trailer Additionally, Zenigata voice actor Koichi Yamadera said in a message video on the Lupin The Third franchise's official X (formerly Twitter) : "Today, 'Lupin the IIIrd: Zenigata to Futari no Lupin' finally starts streaming! It is a powerful hard action story with Inspector Zenigata as the protagonist. Director Koike's this series has always had a strong hard-boiled flavor, and this one is also overwhelming. Inspector Zenigata, played by me, pursues Lupin with even more dogged determination than usual. How will he face the Fake Lupin?...

Photograph by Warner Bros. Japan Calling all DC and anime fans! The highly anticipated sequel Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League is coming exclusively to Max on Thursday, July 3. This follow-up to the acclaimed 2018 anime Batman Ninja takes the Dark Knight back to feudal Japan, where he faces a fearsome new foe, the Yakuza League. Formed from twisted versions of his former allies, this brutal group reigns over warring clans with no honor or humanity. Get ready for jaw-dropping action, stunning animation, and thrilling twists on your favorite DC heroes and villains. The original creative team, including directors Jumpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi, writer Kazuki Nakashima, and character designer Takashi Okazaki, returns alongside voice actor Koichi Yamadera. Don’t miss this bold, anime-inspired adventure on Max July 3.

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One of the best superhero movies of the year is finally headed to a streaming home.Before James Gunn's Superman hits theaters this July, one of the best recent Batman movies is set to start streaming very soon and could give fans a superhero fix while they wait.

Currently, all eyes are on the arrival of Gunn's Superman, but fans also have an eye on the upcoming appointment of a new Dark Knight. However, that still seems to be some way off, so perhaps the time is just right for fans to double down on the DC action with a Japanese anime film that features The Dark Knight up against the Justice League, and has been wowing critics. Read the official plot description below:

Following his return to present-day Gotham City, Batman returns to feudal-era Japan to face off against a mysterious new threat – the Yakuza League – formed...

Even though Batman fans have been extremely patient with the highly anticipated The Batman 2 getting delayed repeatedly, they can't complain about the franchise as a whole. The universe inhabited by Bruce Wayne still generates exciting stories, and one of them is the anime sequel Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League. The movie takes the caped crusader back to the Japanese landscape, and today HBO Max announced that it is debuting on the platform on July 3.

One of the coolest things about Batman Ninja is that it's also a soft Justice League film. The story finds a way to include other superheroes like Aquaman (voiced by Akio Ôtsuka), Green Lantern (AyaneSakura), and The Flash (NobuyukiHiyama), but puts them on the villain side — so it's essentially a Batman adventure with formidable and familiar enemies. The trailer underscores the other characters that we will see in Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, including Commissioner...

Warner Bros. Discovery today announced that the DC anime sequel Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League will stream exclusively on Max (soon to be called HBO Max) on Thursday, July 3.

A sequel to the globally celebrated 2018 anime film Batman Ninja, this original feature once again reimagines DC’s legendary Dark Knight through the lens of Japanese anime, blending iconic characters with bold storytelling and visually stunning animation.

Following his return to present-day Gotham City, in Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, Batman returns to feudal-era Japan to face off against a mysterious new threat – the Yakuza League – formed from the warped remnants of his greatest allies.

He arrives to find a world where the Yakuza war with each other, and brutality reigns without honor or humanity. Fans can expect high-octane action, bold visuals, and fresh twists on beloved DC heroes and villains in this wholly original tale.

Directed by Jumpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi,...

Warner Bros. Discovery has unveiled July 3 as the release date for DC anime sequel Batman Ninja Vs. Yakuza League on Max.

Reimagining DC’s Dark Knight through the lens of Japanese anime, Batman Ninja Vs. Yakuza League is the sequel to the 2018 anime film Batman Ninja.

Batman Ninja Vs. Yakuza League follows Batman’s return to feudal-era Japan to face off against a mysterious new threat — the Yakuza League — formed from the warped remnants of his greatest allies. He arrives to find a world where the Yakuza war with each other, and brutality reigns without honor or humanity.

The film is directed by Jumpei Mizusaki (Batman Ninja) and Shinji Takagi (Steamboy).

Veteran screenwriter and novelist Kazuki Nakashima penned the screenplay, with character designs by Takashi Okazaki and music by Yugo Kanno.

The voice cast stars Koichi Yamadera as Batman. Yamadera has voiced characters in films like Cowboy Bebop and Ghost in the Shell.

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League picks up mere days after 2018’s Batman Ninja, flinging Gotham into a whirlwind of samurai swagger and street-level mayhem. When Damian Wayne’s phone blares an alert about an incoming “Yakuza Hurricane,” our attention snaps to the sky: an inverted Japan, suspended like a looming fortress above the city, spews jet-packed gangsters into alleyways below.

Junpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi co-direct with Kazuki Nakashima’s script guiding every eccentric twist. Their goal seems clear: crank anime-style spectacle to eleven while embracing the absurd. Batman and Robin pilot the Batwing through gravity-defying chases, punctuated by nonstop world-bending exposition that plays as both narrative engine and running joke.

Visually, the film marries traditional cel shading with bursts of 3D flair, pushing each showdown into kaleidoscopic territory. Dialogue hops between blunt humor—“This is so dumb”—and earnest appeals to honor, as when Gotham’s heroes struggle to redeem their twisted counterparts.

Your Forma director Takaharu Ozaki confirms that the sleeper-hit anime was inspired by a fan-favorite science fiction series.

Speaking to Anime News Network, director Ozaki recalled how reading the original Your Forma light novel series brought him right back to his comfort zone in terms of similar sci-fi stories. "When I first started reading Your Forma, I thought of typical cyberpunk stories like Ghost in the Shell, Blade Runner, and The Matrix—I was thinking of cyberpunk movies from the '80s and '90s," Ozaki said. "As I read on in the novel, other works came to mind. There is a TV series called Westworld, which is all about what it means to be human," he added, before also referencing iconic films such as Kathryn Bigelow's Strange Days and 2006's French animated tech-noir thriller - Renaissance.

The Critically Acclaimed Cyberpunk Series Your Forma Was Inspired by Westworld, The Matrix...

If you are not a Max subscriber but are immensely curious to check out the new anime from Cowboy Bebop director Shinichirō Watanabe, this is a good day for you. Adult Swim decided to make the first episode of Lazarus available for free on YouTube — and you can also watch it in this article. The story takes place in a not-too-distant future and centers around a utopian society in which all diseases have been cured.

The twist to Lazarus is — and don't worry, this is not a spoiler — that the drug that helped humanity overcome all diseases was manufactured by a doctor called Skinner (voiced by Koichi Yamadera in the original Japanese and by David Matranga in the English dub), a mad scientist that resurfaces years later and announces that everyone who took Hapna will die if he isn't located to provide a cure. This is where the story starts:...

A God of Destruction has entered the world of blocks. Koichi Yamadera, the iconic voice behind Beerus from Dragon Ball, has officially been announced as the Japanese dub voice for Steve in the Minecraft movie. Steve was originally played by Jack Black, the legendary actor. Seeing as Yamadera is set to take his place in the Japanese dub, it is clear that there is a lot of hope pinned on this project.

With this move, one of anime’s most recognizable voices is about to go global and appeal to a new set of fans as one of gaming’s most beloved characters. Yamadera, who has captured the attention of fans with his iconic comedic and lackadaisical voice, fits in perfectly with the role.

A voice that controls a universe aims for Minecraft

Yamadera is no stranger to bold, high-energy performances. Over the decades, he has proven his mettle by...

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League continues where the original Batman Ninja film left off, building out the world of the stylish spinoff. Now, you can immerse yourself in that world even further thanks to the film's opening movie. The opening has an almost James Bond-esque feel to it, showcasing the movie's iconic imagery: Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Opening Movie Related: Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Anime Film Casts Takaya Kamikawa in New Role Junpei Mizusaki ( JoJo's Bizarre Adventure openings) returns to direct the new feature at studio Kamikaze Douga, with Shinji Takagi on co-direction, Kazuki Nakashima ( Promare ) on the screenplay, Takashi Okazaki ( Afro Samurai ) on character designs and Yugo Kanno ( Psycho-Pass ) composing music. Koichi Yamadera (Spike in Cowboy Bebop ) once again voices the Caped Crusader. The first Batman Ninja film was released in 2018. Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League is available to rent or buy streaming on Amazon Prime,...

Your Forma is slowly elevating the hype. The anime adaptation is set to premiere on April 2, 2025, which is close, and a lot of fans are very excited to see how good the anime is going to be and whether it can elevate the original light novel series.

We have already reported on the series and now we can confirm that a creditless Op video has been released as part of the series’ promotion, alongside a mini-anime episode featuring chibi versions of the main characters. You can check out both of them here!

Related: ‘Your Forma’ Anime Reveals New Video, Cast Members and Ed

The Op video will feature yama’s song “Gridout” and we think that it is a very fitting piece of music and that it could become a hit:

What we really like is the animation as well, which seems to be very fluid and very pretty, so...

There is no doubt that Shinichiro Watanebe’s upcoming Lazarus anime is one of the most anticipated Spring 2025 debuts, possibly the biggest one among the list (excluding returning shows). It’s been a while since Watanabe made an anime after scoring hits with Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo, and with his track record, the fans are excited.

And while the production suffered a large hiatus, we now know that the anime is premiering on April 6, 2025 and to hype us up even more, the opening video for the anime has just been released.

Related: Shinichiro Watanabe’s ‘Lazarus’ Anime Adds 14 Cast Members

Before we continue, here is the Op video:

Kamasi Washington is performing the opening theme, “Vortex,” whose instrumental and ambient-focused nature reminds us of Watanabe’s previous work. On top of that, the series’ style is very similar to Cowboy Bebop, which is something the fans will appreciate.

The...

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and upcoming simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a brand-new main trailer that gives us our first listen of the superhero series' ending song, "Kontinuum" by SennaRin ( Protocol: Rain opening theme). The opening song sequence featuring "Inertia" by SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Rei was previously shared . To Be Hero X Main Trailer The main cast of To Be Hero X includes: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases X Character Story Video To Be Hero X features animation produced by BeDream and direction by Li Haolin ( Link...

Features the voices of: Koichi Yamadera, Daisuke Ono, Akira Ishida, Kengo Kawanishi, Yuki Kaji, Romi Park, Akio Otsuka, Ayane Sakura, Rie Kugimiya, Wataru Takagi | Written by Kazuki Nakashima | Directed by Junpei Mizusaki, Shinji Takagi

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, a sequel to the 2018 cult hit Batman Ninja, is a film that revels in its own absurdity while delivering a heartfelt tribute to both anime conventions and the DC Universe. Directed by Junpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi, with a screenplay by Kazuki Nakashima, this animated superhero romp picks up a day after the events of Batman Ninja, plunging Batman and his allies into a multiversal mash-up that’s equal parts thrilling, ridiculously gorgeous and surprisingly poignant. This new film doubles down on the over-the-top nonsense of the original, offering a wild ride that’s as much a love letter to Japanese culture as it is a playful riff on the superhero genre.

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for first-ranked hero X. The video previews his episode theme song, "New Type of Hero", which is composed by Griff Clawson and performed by Chatterbox. To Be Hero X X Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases Queen Character Story Video To Be Hero X features animation produced by BeDream and direction by Li Haolin ( Link Click ), with music...

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for second-ranked hero Queen. The video previews her episode theme song, "Queen of the stars", which is composed by Shangri-La Frontier composer Ryuichi Takada (Monaca) and performed by R!N. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X Queen Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases Dragon Boy...

The upcoming anime adaptation of the Your Forma light novel series is premiering in a couple of weeks – on April 2, 2025 – and the producers have decided to release a new teaser video, revealing more information about the project.

Based on the ongoing series of the same name by Mareho Kikuishi, Your Forma is a very interesting blend of mystery and science fiction, which is why many fans are eager to see what the anime will look like, especially after the recently released first trailer.

Related: Sunghoo Park’s ‘Bullet/Bullet’ Original Anime Confirms July Release and Cast Members

Before we reveal more details, here is the new video:

As you can see, there are some interesting new scenes from the upcoming series and you can also hear the song, “Neo-luddite” by 9Lana, which will serve as the anime’s official ending song when it airs in April.

The newly-revealed cast members...

The latest trailer for the upcoming anime adaptation of Mareho Kikuishi’s light novel series Your Forma was released tonight. It previews the newly announced ending theme song and announces three more cast members. Your Forma Trailer 2 The above trailer previews the ending theme song, “Neo-luddite,” by artist 9Lana. She joins Yama, who sings the series' opening theme song, “Gridout.” Joining the cast of Your Forma are: Kuprian Valentinovich Napolov voiced by Koichi Yamadera Kazimir Matinovich Szubin voiced by Tomokazu Sugita Sozon A. Chernov voiced by Jun Fukuyama Raissa Germaine Robin voiced by Hisako Tojo Kuprian character visual Kazimir character visual Sozon character visual Raissa character visual Related: Your Forma Anime Reveals New Trailer, Key Art and Cast Additions The original Your Forma novels are written by Mareho Kikuishi, illustrated by Tsubata Nozaki, and published in Japan by Ascii Media Works under their Dengeki Bunko imprint. Yen Press releases the series in English.

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for third-ranked hero Dragon Boy. The video previews his episode theme song, "Scar", which is composed by Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms composer Daiki (Awsm.) and performed by Ak LiuZhang. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X Dragon Boy Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases Ghostblade Character...

Batman Ninja Vs. Yakuza League is now available to purchase on digital platforms, but DC fans will be able to preview the highly-anticipated anime sequel without having to shell out any cash. The follow-up to 2018's Batman Ninja features the titular Dark Knight and his closest allies battling an alternate, Yakuza-themed Justice League to save Gotham City. And yes, it is as awesome as it sounds, at least according to the new action-packed footage.

As of Mar. 18, Batman Ninja Vs. Yakuza League is on digital platforms like Prime Video for purchase, while a streaming option remains unavailable. It's been several years since Batman Ninja broke canon forever and delivered a truly fresh take on the classic comic book character, but it feels like it never left. In the nearly 20-minute preview, Warner Bros. allows fans to experience both the English voice acting and the Japanese dub so that you can...

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for fourth-ranked hero Ghostblade. The video previews his episode theme song, "Because of you", which is composed by Hideyuki Fukasawa ( Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works ) and performed by Kris Roche. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X Ghostblade Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases The Johnnies...

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for fifth-ranked heroes Little Johnny and Big Johnny. The video previews their episode theme song, "growL", which is composed by Misaki Umase ( Kaina and the Great Snow Sea ) and performed by J.Rio. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X The Johnnies Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X...

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for sixth-ranked hero Loli. The video previews her episode theme song, "Candy Mountain", which is composed by Shuhei Mutsuki ( Lycoris Recoil ) and performed by Kaon Kokudo. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X Loli Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases Lucky Cyan Character Story Video To Be Hero X...

Ahead of an April 6 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for seventh-ranked hero Lucky Cyan. The video previews her episode theme song, "Take Off" by Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms composer Daiki (Awsm.), and her popularity as a hero and musician. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X Lucky Cyan Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases Ahu...

To Be Hero X is rocketing toward its global debut—with its Japanese premiere date now confirmed to be April 6 . Along with the announcement comes a flashy new key visual, showing the new series' 10 heroes in vibrant color. Check it out—with top-ranked hero X, of course, taking center stage: Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases Ahu Character Story Video Release dates have been confirmed for other services as well. Netflix and Prime Video will distribute the new series starting April 7, with other platforms starting April 9. The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano...

Ahead of an April 2025 release and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for eighth-ranked hero Ahu. The video previews his episode theme song, "Sparx" by Attack on Titan Final Season composer Kohta Yamamoto, and his dogged determination. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X Ahu Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime Releases E-Soul Character Story Video To Be Hero X...

Ahead of an April 2025 release and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for ninth-ranked hero E-Soul. The video previews his episode theme song, "Neon Rain" by Hidefumi Kenmochi, who composed and performed the "Eternal Rail" insert song for the ID: Invaded anime, and his flashy fighting style. Individual character story videos for each of the core heroes are currently being released daily. To Be Hero X E-Soul Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X...

Ahead of an April 2025 release and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official accounts for To Be Hero X today released a "character story video" for tenth-ranked hero Nice. The video previews his episode theme song, "Paragon", which is composed by Hiroyuki Sawano and performed by Benjamin and mpi, and how his heroic smile hides something more. Individual character story videos for the nine other core heroes will be released daily from today. To Be Hero X Nice Character Story Video The main cast of To Be Hero X is as follows: Nice voiced by Natsuki Hanae E-Soul voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki Ahu voiced by Koichi Yamadera Lucky Cyan voiced by Inori MInase Loli voiced by Ayane Sakura Little Johnny voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Ghostblade voiced by Yuichi Nakamura Dragon Boy voiced by Koki Uchiyama Queen voiced by Kana Hanazawa X voiced by Mamoru Miyano Related: To Be Hero X Anime...

Shinichiro Watanabe, best known as the creator of Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo, has a new anime coming out next month, as Mappa is preparing for the release of Lazarus. The anime has attracted a lot of attention, as fans of Watanabe’s work are looking forward to seeing this new story.

As we have reported earlier, the series will premiere on Adult Swim’s Toonami programming block on April 5 at 12:00 a.m. Edt, and will be available on Max the next day. In Japan, the series will premiere on TV Tokyo and its affiliates on April 6 at 11:45 p.m. and will also stream on various platforms.

But, while the premiere date is getting closer, Mappa is providing us with additional information, as 14 new cast members for the upcoming series have been revealed. Their roles are, as of the time of writing, unknown, but we have the full list of names for you.

The Kawasaki-based museum dedicated to Doraemon creator Fujiko F. Fujio announced today that a new short anime commemorating the 40th anniversary of Fujio's Chimpui manga will be screened from Wednesday, May 21, in conjunction with an exhibition of artwork from the series. Acclaimed music video and anime opening/ending director Nobutaka Yoda is heading the project at studio Shin-Ei Animation, with a script by Azusa Serikawa, character designs and animation direction by Naoyuki Asano and music by Zo Zhit. Misaki Kuno, Megumi Han and Koichi Yamadera star as Chimpui, Eri and Wanderyu, respectively. Related: Nmeneko Short Form TV Anime Reveals New Trailer Fujiko F. Fujio's Chimpui manga was first serialized in Fujiko Fujio Land magazine in June 1985 and ran until February 1991. Shin-Ei Animation produced a 56-episode television anime and film, both directed by Mitsuru Hongo ( Ascendance of a Bookworm ). The series is a slapstick comedy that follows two cute...

Cowboy Bebop remains one of the most iconic anime of all time, at least for fans in the West, and the Swordfish II is the equally iconic ship in the anime. Now, fans of the jazzy space franchise can pre-order a necklace based on the spaceship nearly 30 years after its debut.

Released by Amnibus, the new Swordfish II necklace is derived from how the ship looks in Cowboy Bebop Episode 19. Pre-orders are open for only a little big longer, so fans will be counting "3...2...1..." until the release. It's also only one recent example of the franchise's continued popularity, with Cowboy Bebopalso recently crossing over with a popular video game.

RelatedCowboy Bebop Creator Returns in Official Lazarus Anime Trailer Reveal & U.S. Release Date

Adult Swim releases the official trailer for the highly anticipated Lazarus anime, set to be released on April 5 at midnight on Toonami.

Cowboy Bebop Fans Can Jam...

Batman franchise fans and DC lovers are in for a treat this coming April. According to new retail listings, the popular anime movie Batman Ninja is getting a 4K Ultra HD release on April 15. The facelift lands at the perfect moment, giving both Batman diehards and DC anime newcomers the chance to watch Warner Bros. Japan's bold reimagining of the eponymous Dark Knight in glorious HD.

Batman Ninja sees Gorilla Grodd transplant Gotham's brooding caped crusader and his iconic rogues gallery into feudal Japan. The film was warmly received by critics and audiences alike; its 82% Rotten Tomatoes score is indicative of a large enough audience to warrant a sequel; the upcoming 4K release comes on the heels of its follow-up movie, Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, which drops on digital on March 18 and will likewise receive an April 15 physical release. The Batman Ninja manga adaptation, illustrated by Masato Hisa,...

An anniversary edition of the 2013 martial arts animation is light on bombast, funny and mischievous

Here is a 10th-anniversary extended edition, with 20 added minutes, of the 18th theatrical outing for Dragon Ball, which was credited with revitalising the franchise. With original series creator Akira Toriyama apparently taking a stronger hand during production, this 2013 film hit the sweet spot where daffy character comedy powered up Ott anime smackdown, in the process laying the groundwork for the brand’s next phase, Dragon Ball Super.

“Such over-the-top naming. It ends up sounding tawdry,” comments a lackey to intergalactic god of destruction Beerus (Kōichi Yamadera) when the pair hear of a “Super Saiyan God” on the loose. Despite being a nap-centric sphynx cat in harem pants, Beerus is impatient for a worthy foe, so he decides to call in on any nearby Saiyans (a race of super-strong aliens) who might point him in the right direction.

The official website for Miru: Paths to My Future , an upcoming original TV anime project produced by Japanese diesel engine and heavy machinery manufacturer Yanmar, announced the main voice cast members and synopsis for each of the five episodes. Episode 079: “Stardust Memory” Synopsis: Yoshimura, a space janitor who has spent 10 years collecting space debris is urged to retire by his boss, due to advances in AI technology. His replacement is a young pilot named Umi. While Umi takes her training seriously, Yoshimura remains unmotivated. However, the two soon find themselves facing a critical emergency. Main Voice Cast: Yoshimura voiced by Koichi Yamadera Umi Nagahama voiced by Saori Hayami Sdk/Kanon voiced by Mariya Ise Sanders voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Jackson voiced by Tsuyoshi Koyama Mr. Onion voiced by Kenichi Ogata Narrator by Mari Yokoo Episode 101: “The King of the Forest” Synopsis: Mario, who lives in a tropical rainforest,...

Batmanis headed back to the small screen for a new animated feature film set to be released this coming May.

Warner Bros. Entertainment shared the main trailer for Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League to the studio's official YouTube channel on Feb. 18, 2025. The trailer brings audiences back to the slick, gritty world of Batman Ninja for a brand-new adventure that reimagines nearly every member of DC Comics' iconic Justice League.

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For every anime that sticks to the landing with its ending, others have unsatisfying conclusions that leave viewers wanting more. Certain plot points may feel rushed or skimmed over. The catalyst for going on the journey in the first place may be flipped on its head, leaving fans to question what the point of these journeys was at all. A disappointing finale can be a death sentence for any good anime, making it infamous in the broader community despite being good otherwise.

Certain conclusions to popular anime series get more of a bad reputation than they deserve. A closer inspection of a series finale may reveal a hidden depth that can only be appreciated in hindsight. Given enough time, new fans may appreciate things about a series finale that was once the laughingstock of the anime community.

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The 1990s was a watershed decade for anime, especially in the West. This was the era in which the medium became more mainstream, with programming blocks such as Toonami bringing Japanese hits to American kids. Of course, not all of the anime brought over in the '90s were family-friendly, but this only made some of them more iconic.

There were numerous 1990s anime that truly proved that animation wasn't just for kids, namely for Westerners who had such beliefs. Not meant for children or teens, some of these works were full of content that would make Walt Disney blush. Even though they were intended for older viewers, many kids still snuck a watch with these hardcore anime - and it was worth it.

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Ghost in the Shell remains a staple of cyberpunk anime, with the original animated movie adaptation still highly regarded by fans and filmmakers. Now, the director of the first two films is recalling a particularly sick sentiment that went into the second movie.

Speaking about the remastered 4K versions of Ghost in the Shell and Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence that are coming to theaters in a new statement via Mantan Web, director Mamoru Oshii noted the development of the second movie. Particularly proud of the film, this feeling came after a traumatic personal event. This all comes as the original film is celebrating its own major milestone, with the sequel having just reached a similar achievement.

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Shinichiro Watanabe, the legendary director of Cowboy Bebop, is back with a brand-new anime called Lazarus, coming soon to Toonami in 2025. Animated by Mappa, known for Jujutsu Kaisen and Attack on Titan, Lazarus promises to be a thrilling ride, with its first episode already screened at Nycc 2024 to rave reviews.

Set in the year 2055, the story takes place after a miracle painkiller called ‘Hapna’ is released, offering the world an era of peace. However, Dr. Skinner, the drug’s creator, shocks everyone by revealing that it is actually a deadly trap—killing users exactly three years after ingestion.

As Babylonia, a futuristic city, faces disaster, a special team of agents called ‘Lazarus’ is sent to find Dr. Skinner and secure a cure for the deadly drug.

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Lazarus, the upcoming anime series created by famed Cowboy Bebop director Shinichiro Watanabe and animated by Mappa has recieved an exciting new reveal of the series' setting, the city of Babylonia.

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for Lazarus posted the Babylonia City artwork reveal on Jan. 15, 2024. The art, seen below, features the city’s central tower, adorned with intricate, futuristic designs and crowned by a striking mechanical warrior, with the residential areas of Babylonia sprawling out behind it. The tower is marked by several colorful construction cranes, which have been seen in several teaser visuals as action settings.

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Isekai anime fans have had a good 2024, and there's also plenty to look forward to in the coming year, with the January release of a major series returning to streaming for a second season.

The hit isekai anime series Ishura will be making an exciting return to Hulu in January 2025 with the debut of its second season. Per the streaming service's list of January release dates, Ishura Season 2 will be available to watch beginning Jan. 8, 2025. Since the series’ initial premiere on Jan. 3, 2024, Hulu (in conjunction with Disney+) is the only major streaming platform in the U.S. to acquire the show.

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Attendees of this year's Tokyo Comic Con were among the first to see next year's film Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League . They were also among the first to meet the film's latest cast addition! It has been confirmed that stage and screen actor Takaya Kamikawa will be appearing in the upcoming film as the villainous head of the Hagane family. Kamikawa's voice acting credits include the Anti-Spiral entity in Gurren Lagann and Enzo Bron in Lupin the Third Part 5 . Related: Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Anime Movie Crosses Worlds in New Trailer Junpei Mizusaki ( JoJo's Bizarre Adventure  openings) returns to direct the new feature at studio Kamikaze Douga, with Shinji Takagi on co-direction, Kazuki Nakashima ( Promare ) on the screenplay, Takashi Okazaki ( Afro Samurai ) on character designs and Yugo Kanno ( Psycho-Pass ) composing music. Koichi Yamadera (Spike in  Cowboy Bebop ) once again voices the Caped Crusader. The first Batman Ninja...

With the year reaching its end, so comes the close of many Fall 2024 anime series, including Yakuza Fiancé and the wildly popular Dandadan. But as the curtains on these amazing shows fall, 2025 promises to haul in a handful of sequels that have been long awaited. Studios like A-1 Pictures and Tms Entertainment are returning to start the year off with everyone's favorite characters and stories.

Alongside the final season of My Hero Academia and the next installments of Spy x Family and Jujutsu Kaisen (set for 2025 but yet to be announced), the sequels of the most recent years' other best anime—such as Dr. Stone, The Apothecary Diaries, and more—are coming back to pile Anime Winter 2025's plate high to comfort fans after the madness of the holiday season and answer the questions they've been holding.

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"I'll catch Lupin III myself. Only I can fulfill this mission." Toho Next has revealed a first look teaser trailer for a brand new theatrical anime called Lupin the Third: The Movie. It's set for a release in 2025 on a roadshow tour in theaters in Japan, and hopefully in theaters in the US (but nothing announced yet). No plot details are known yet, but it's made by the director of Redline and the "World Record" segment of The Animatrix. A longer version of the trailer is being shown at 45th anniversary screenings of Lupin the 3rd: Castle of Cagliostro (1979) - the anime classic directed by Hayao Miyazaki as his very first feature film. This one also listed as Lupin the IIIrd: The Movie (with a final title still Tba) and stars the voices of Kanichi Kurita as Lupin III, Akio Otsuka as Daisuke Jigen, Daisuke Namikawa as Goemon Ishikawa, Miyuki Sawashiro as Fujiko Mine,...

The shining jewel of Monkey Punch's beloved library of works, Lupin the 3rd , is officially returning to theaters in 2025 with the franchise's first 2D animated feature film since 1997's Lupin the 3rd: Dead or Alive . An exciting announcement video for the tentatively titled "Lupin The Iiird The Movie" was shared today, along with initial staff and cast details. A longer version of the trailer is being shown at 45th-anniversary screenings of Lupin the 3rd The Castle of Cagliostro , which commenced today in Japan. Lupin The Iiird The Movie Teaser Trailer Related: Lupin The 3rd The Castle of Cagliostro Adds IMAX Screenings for 45th Anniversary Takeshi Koike directs the new Lupin the 3rd anime film at studio Telecom Animation Film, with a script by Yuya Takahashi ( Lupin the 3rd Part IV ) and music by James Shimoji ( Redline ). Katsuhito Ishii ( Redline original creator) serves as creative advisor and Toho Next is distributing the film.

The classic anime Cowboy Bebop is well regarded by multiple generations of anime fans, and it made characters such as Spike Spiegel, Faye Valentine and even Ein into major icons within the industry. Another big part of the series was the ship known as the Swordfish II, with a re-released model figure now perfectly bringing the craft to life.

Good Smile Company has released several Cowboy Bebop collectibles over the years, but the returning Swordfish II scale model takes the cake. Featuring various moving parts and a mini Spike figure, the kit can once again become part of fans' collections. Shipping out six years since the model's first release, Cowboy Bebop enthusiasts will be counting "3...2..1" until they can jam with this incredible Swordfish II kit.

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A Blu-ray box set of Tenku Senki Shurato (aka Shurato ), Tatsunoko Production's classic popular anime series in the late 1980s and early 1990s, is set to release in Japan on February 26, 2025. Tatsunoko's official X (formerly Twitter) announced the news on November 22. This is the first time this series has been released on Blu-ray. The TV anime series Tenku Senki Shurato aired for 38 episodes from April 1989 to January 1990, followed by the two six-chapter OVAs — Tenku-kai Memorials (TV series' digest) from December 1989 to April 1990 and Sousei he no Antou (TV series' sequel story) from September 1991 to March 1992. Tatsunoko Production's official English page describes the series as such: Shurato and his friend Guy are drawn into a gigantic ball of light and they find themselves transferred to a mystic heavenly sphere. However, Shurato is shocked when Guy suddenly turns hostile against him. After this unfortunate incident, a spectacular yet fantastic drama develops involving the two.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure manga creator Hirhiko Araki has expressed his shock and concern after discovering that his art was flawlessly imitated by AI.

In the second chapter of New Manga Techniques, released on Nov 15, 2024, Araki shared his experience of stumbling upon an AI-generated piece of artwork that was so precise it was almost indistinguishable from his own style.

“Recently, I came across a drawing and thought. ‘This is something I drew, right?’ I was shocked to find out it was actually created by Al. When I draw manga, I add subtle, personal elements that make the work uniquely mine. This AI-generated piece even mimicked details like the way I draw eyelashes, so precisely that it was almost impossible to tell it apart from my work,” he noted.

He noted that if it were based on his more recent works, he would have been able to differentiate it immediately.

However,...