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The official website for the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime series released a new main trailer , titled "Ishi no Keisho" ("Succession of The Will")," for its upcoming second season. Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Main Trailer "Ishi no Keisho" The trailer features the ending theme for the second season, "Beautiful Colors" performed by American pop rock band OneRepublic . The is the third time that the band has provided a song for the Kaiju No.8 anime series, following "Nobody," the ending theme for the TV anime first season, and "Invincible (from Kaiju No.8)," the theme song for the Hoshina's Day Off episode. Message from OneRepublic: The message that I would share with all the Kaiju No.8 Season 2 fans was that I hope from the bottom of my heart that you love this song as much as you love "Nobody". It's a totally different style of song but I hope you feel the...

The alien invasion continues this summer! Me and the Alien MuuMuu is back for a second cour, and the series is freshening up this season with new openings and endings. Today, the otherworldly show shares creditless versions of both. First, check out the new opening, set to "Move Move" by ako: Me and the Alien MuuMuu Second Cour Creditless Opening Related: Rock Band Sabasister Drops Me and the Alien MuuMuu Anime Opening Song Music Video Then check out the new ending, set to "Subarashii Hibi" performed by Momo Harumi and Etsuko Kozakura as Sakurako and MuuMuu: Me and the Alien MuuMuu Second Cour Creditless Ending Related: Me and the Alien MuuMuu Anime Unveils Cour 2 Trailer and Visual Tomoya Takahashi ( Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos The Movie ) directs the Me and the Alien MuuMuu anime at studio Olm, with series composition by Keiichiro Ochi ( Summer Pockets ), character designs by Kenji Ota...

To celebrate the birthday of Sailor Moon’s main protagonist, Usagi Tsukino, new colored manga art has been released by the series creator, hinting at the publication of the next two volumes in the Japanese 'all-color' digital manga release.

Fumio Osano, Naoko Takeuchi's long-time editor for the beloved manga Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, recently released two new pages of the colorized version of the manga to celebrate June 30, the birthday of the titular protagonist, which he reports were colored by franchise creator Naoko Takeuchi herself. A side-by-side comparison of the original back-and-white panels and their new colored versions can be seen below.

New Official Artwork Reveal Suggests Sailor Moon's Next Manga Release Could Be Coming Soon

The colored version of the manga has been a slow-running digital release in which the Japanese volume has been fully colored, as supervised by Naoko Takeuchi. The first two volumes were released in...

For many fans, Sailor Moon brings to mind the iconic 1990s anime or the original manga by Naoko Takeuchi. But in 2003, the franchise took a surprising leap into live action with Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, a lesser-known TV drama that adapted the beloved magical-girl story into a tokusatsu-style format. Now, after two decades off the air, this long-lost gem is making a rare return.

According to the official Sailor Moon website, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon will begin airing weekly reruns on Japan’s Toei Channel starting July 4. Episodes will be broadcast every Friday and Saturday, marking the first time this series has returned to Japanese TV since it concluded in 2004. For longtime fans, it is an unexpected reunion with a cult classic.

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Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon reinterpreted the familiar tale of Usagi Tsukino and...

In 2003, Toei brought the Sailor Moon franchise to life as an official live-action TV series. While the drama is relatively obscure compared to the original manga and anime, particularly overseas, it's now set to receive a new broadcast slate.

According to the official Sailor Moon website, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon (2003) is scheduled to air weekly on Toei Channel in Japan starting Friday, July 4 (Jst). Reruns of the 49+ episode series are slated to air every Friday from 5-6 p.m. and every Saturday from 8-9 a.m. This information was later confirmed by Sailor Moon's official Japanese X (formerly Twitter) page in a post that also spotlights the series' live-action cast. July 4 will mark the show's first return to domestic broadcast since the finale's airing in September 2004.

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Sailor Moonfans can celebrate their favorite magical-girl anime and manga franchise with the re-release of a beloved collectible.

Per Sailor Moon Fan Network, the iconic Figuarts Zero Chouette Usagi & Tuxedo Mask is being re-released this November after first hitting shelves seven years ago in 2018. The new edition, known as the "Moonlight Glow Edition," will feature updated colors and paint. As with the original figure, it has now been confirmed that the collectible will receive an official overseas release for international fans, despite being an official Sailor Moon fan club-exclusive release in Japan.

Sailor Moon Collectors Get Major Release Upgrade Based on Original Naoko Takeuchi Artwork

The original sculpture drew major attention when it was released in 2018, although this wasn't the first time that it turned heads. The sculpture made its soft debut in 2016 when the prototype was displayed during the Sailor Moon Exhibit. The sculpture was crafted by Konoka, the...

One of the problems with streaming platforms — aside from the prices that never stop going up — is that you can't be sure that your favorite title has a guaranteed spot in the catalog forever. More often than not, fans have to say goodbye to titles they'd love to rewatch or were planning to check out, and this time anime fans will have to say goodbye to a classic title: Sailor Moon Crystal is leaving the Netflix U.S. and Canada catalogs on July 1.

Even though Sailor Moon Crystal is not a hard binge — the entire series is 39 episodes that run roughly 23 minutes long — this does mean that fans will have to pause whatever they are watching to focus on the adventures of Usagi Tsukino (voiced by Kotono Mitsuishi in the Japanese version and Stephanie Sheh in the English dub) for the next four weeks. In the story, the middle-school girl...

Sailor Moonfans get a major update about one of the franchise's most spectacular shows.

Per Comic Natalie, the long-running Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon The Super Live musical is heading back to Japan later this year. The beloved stage musical adaptation will be returning home for a limited run and will be performed at the Sunshine Theater from October 9-13. Tickets are currently not available but are expected to go on sale soon.

After Sellout Shows in the U.S. and UK, Sailor Moon Is Heading to Home Turf

The 36th of the Sailor Moon musicals, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon The Super Livemade its debut in Tokyo in 2018. The musical is a loose adaptation of Sailor Moon's "Dark Kingdom Arc," although it features very few songs and almost no dialogue.Instead, Super Live largely plays out through expressive choreography and high-flying acrobatics, which are a hallmark of the way in...

Debuting in the 1990s, Sailor Moon continues to have a massive fan base in both the East and West. This extends to the Japanese-American community, manifesting in a completely unexpected form of journalistic memorabilia.

Independent weekly newspaper Shukan NY Seikatsu is known for covering topics pertaining to or of interest to the Japanese-American community in the New York tri-state region. One example is the Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live tour, which has brought the magic of the anime into live-action and on-stage. Via Sailor Moon Fan Network, not only will the newspaper edition talking about this tour be available online, but fans in the area can even add the unexpected spotlight to their personal anime shrine.

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In a magical display of song, dance, and the power of love, the cast of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live! brought to life the Sailor Scouts and the story of Sailor Moon . Just over the last year, there has been a surge of one of my favorite Japanese exports: 2.5D musicals. A 2.5D musical is the closest a fan can get to seeing their favorite characters in-person. Having the privilege to see two 2.5D musicals, I can say with confidence that it's one of the most exciting ways to enjoy a series. My first experience with an anime musical was at the 2024 Japan Parade in New York City with the cast of the Demon Slayer: The Stage . I was captivated then by the actor’s skills in song, dance, and fighting. This holds true for Sailor Moon: The Super Live! Joining the live performance in Philadelphia, I was...

The Dark Kingdom arc is the first Sailor Moon arc, whose base storyline is canon in the manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, in the '90s original anime, and in the reboot anime, Sailor Moon Crystal. The '90s Sailor Moon anime was purposefully extended by studios with several filler arcs. The thought was to make the '90s anime as interesting and engaging as possible to a wide audience. One of the main added filler arcs is the Seven Great Youma mini-arc.

Crystals are a key component in Sailor Moon, and the Seven Great Youma each carry one of the Seven Rainbow Crystals. These Great Youma were key warriors who fought on the side of Queen Beryl and Queen Metalia, helping to topple the Moon Kingdom. When the Seven Great Youma fell, Queen Serenity imprisoned them in crystals and sent them to Earth to be reborn as gifted and virtuous humans.

Sailor Moon fans around the world are in for a treat this year as the Sailor Moon: The Super Live show performs for U.S. audiences. The cast of the musical recently sat down to discuss their roles, how Sailor Moon has inspired them and, most of all, how The Super Live will still feel like classic Sailor Moon.

The pivotal magical girl anime defined a generation in the '90s -- fans grew up reading the Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon manga week to week in Kodansha's shojo manga magazine Nakayoshi and standing guard at their televisions waiting for new episodes to air. Over 30 years later, Sailor Moon is still earning new fans in the streaming era, where they can take their pick between the original Dic dub, the Viz dub or the original Japanese dub for the '90s anime, not to mention the more manga-faithful Sailor Moon Crystal...

The official Sailor Moon stage play has come to the U.S., bringing with it plenty of new and original merchandise for fans to enjoy. The musical adaptation of the hit magical-girl anime and manga has now begun hitting stages across America, delighting both longtime enthusiasts and franchise newcomers.

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live North American tour officially opened in Pittsburgh, Pa, and the merchandise that fans can get their hands on has finally been revealed by Sailor Moon's official website. As the show tours the States during March and most of April, attendees will be able to purchase a range of goods, from bromide cards to unique apparel. VIP-only merchandise will also be available for those who want something extra special. Most of the merchandise is unchanged from the show's previous run in London; however, minor adjustments have been made to commemorate its new U.

Reincarnation and incarnations of the same character are recurring motifs in Sailor Moon. Not only is Tuxedo Mask the reincarnated, destined lover of Sailor Moon, but he also splits off an incarnation, or doppelgänger avatar, of himself in one of the original anime's story arcs. Interestingly, splitting a part of himself off is very similar to what another character does later in the series, Queen Nehelenia.

Queen Nehelenia splits off a part of herself into the figure known as Zirconia. Tuxedo Mask's split is Moonlight Knight. The hero and villain of the series do similar deeds for different highly symbolic and psychological reasons that are significant to the story arc's overarching theme.

Who Is Moonlight Knight in Sailor Moon? Moonlight Knight Appears in the Same Room as Tuxedo Mask

Moonlight Knight appears in the Makai Tree arc in place of Mamoru's alter ego, Tuxedo Mask, who helps Sailor Moon when she's in danger.

The version of Usagi Tsukino in the original Sailor Moon anime and the Usagi in the source material manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, differ from each other quite a bit, at times. Some details about Usagi's costume and powers didn't quite make it into the anime. Her personality was also caricaturized for the anime adaptation.

The anime version of Sailor Moon and the manga version of Sailor Moon each have something interesting and enjoyable to give the audience. Readers new to the manga series who grew up watching the anime may be surprised to see some of the differences in the main character, though. The manga doesn't shy away from some of the darker and mature elements in Usagi's story.

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Sailor MoonTV-PGActionDramaFantasyRomance9.4/10Release DateMarch 7, 1992DirectorsJunichi Sato, Kunihiko Ikuhara

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The original Sailor Moonanime used the manga series Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon by Naoko Takeuchi as its main source material. It also added plenty of filler arcs and characters. Some of the characters are short-lived in the series, but their stories are memorable, like some of the more iconic youma the anime invented for their monster-of-the-week formula.

Some filler characters, like friends of Ami Mizuno and Rei Hino, pop up throughout the series' story arcs. They have places in the series and relationships with the main characters that make sense and add some complexity to the other Sailor Guardians. Many fans think that these filler characters are so well-written that they would fit in as canon manga characters, too.

Mr. Kitakata Is a Sweet, Artistic Soul Artist Characters Fit Well in the Sailor Moon Universe Image via Toei Animation.

Mr. Kitakata enters the story because he makes beautiful art about fairies.

Sailor Moon is a beautifully written epic tale about a girl with a grand and heavy destiny who must find her inner strength and courage. The story is highly thematic, and not meant to revolve around an extremely meticulous power system. The magical logic, plot, and characterization is rather consistent throughout the original manga, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, but the anime changed some elements which shakes some of the story's internal structure.

A plot hole is an inconsistency, and it can crop up in any element of a story, from the magic system to a character's personality and motives, to the overall plot arc. The original anime ran concurrently to Naoko Takeuchi finishing the manga series, so they had to add some filler arcs. There are many wonderful aspects to those filler arcs, but fans still trip over some of the writing choices made. Sloppy attempts at censorship in the...

Sailor Moon fans are receiving an unfortunate update on what seemed like a promising release this February. The new home media release of the original anime film trilogy by Viz Media reportedly isn’t the authentic experience initially promised by the company.

In December 2024, a new Sailor Moon Blu-ray set listing became public online. This home media set was a collection of the first three Sailor Moon anime movies based on the first TV series from the 1990s. Sailor Moon R: The Movie, Sailor Moon S: The Movie and Sailor Moon SuperS: The Movie would be available together on a single disc instead of separately, for the retail price of $29.98. Among the details listed on the back of the cover was the mention of the films being available to view at a "4:3 full screen" aspect ratio -- previously not available in the individual releases by Viz Media in 2018, nor...

Sailor Moon is one of the most beloved franchises in anime and manga. It's based on the manga series Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon by Naoko Takeuchi, which I began reading in the early '90s, when it was still serialized in shojo magazines. Some of my earliest, hazy memories are of waking up in the wee hours of a summer morning to catch episodes of the first Sailor Moon anime.

Sailor Moon is an admirable hero with a convincing and entertaining story arc, and her story grew up with me and so many other young children. She, Tuxedo Mask, and the Sailor Guardians represent something far larger to the audience than flashy battles and dramatic reveals. For many, myself included, Sailor Moon celebrated queer existence, affirmed women's value, and modeled how to be compassionate and brave even when we are tired and scared.

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Shortly after making a run through the United Kingdom in February, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: the Super Live will bring its 2.5D stage musical performances to North America for an 18-city tour this March. It all starts with previews on Wednesday, March 12 in Pittsburgh, Pa, with the official opening night to follow on Saturday, March 15 in Austin, TX. Tickets will go on sale to the public on January 31, and exclusive presales will go live ahead of that via the Official Fan Group. Here's the full schedule: March 12 - Pittsburgh, Pa - Byham Theatre March 15 - Austin, TX - Bass Concert Hall March 18 - San Antonio, TX - Majestic Theatre March 19 - Sugarland, TX - Smart Financial Centre March 25 - Seattle, Wa - Paramount Theatre March 27 - Spokane, Wa - First Interstate Center March 29 - Portland, Or - Keller Auditorium April 1 - Dallas, TX - Winspear Opera House April 3 - Midland,...

Sailor Moon and her magical gal pals are back for a brand-new adventure on Broadway. Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live, the popular Japanese stage show based on the famous shojo series, will run in North America this spring.

Per Variety, the musical adaptation of Sailor Moon is touring America in 2025. Nearly 20 cities are scheduled for the North American tour, beginning with Pittsburgh in March and ending in New York City in April. As noted by Variety, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live is the "longest sustained U.S. engagement of a Japanese stage show based on a popular manga or anime" following Attack On Titan: The Musical in 2024.

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Sailor Moon is one of the biggest and most popular anime/manga franchises of all time, with the magical girl still seeing success decades after her debut. Now, she's teaming up with a real-life star Ayumi Hamasaki, complete with new artwork that's sure to hit the high notes with fans.

Per Sailor Moon's official site, "Ayu x Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon" is a new collaboration between pop star Ayumi Hamasaki and Sailor Moon, with fans of the singer and the latter franchise able to celebrate with a variety of products. These include posters, acrylic stands, T-shirts, towels and more. Further marking the occasion is new art from Sailor Moon's original creator, which is sure to be music to fans' ears.

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A delectable set of Sailor Moon-themed Meiji chocolates featuring stunning artwork is now available online for...

Iconic magical-girl anime series Cardcaptor Sakura has received a glamorous new perfume collection by major fashion and accessory brand Mayla, which offers four versions for fans to choose from.

Via Mayla's official website, the popular magical-girl series Cardcaptor Sakura has gotten four new perfumes, with each inspired by a different costume of Sakura's from the anime. The first perfume is the rose-scented Rocket Beat, listed with marine and green top notes, rose, lilac geranium and cyclamen middle notes, and peach and jasmine bottom notes; readers can check out images of the whole collection and the other fragrance compositions -- Clear, Candy Lotus and Eternal Girly -- below.

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International Sailor Moon fans have an exciting release to look forward to this winter, as a fan-favorite show is heading overseas in February 2025 for its first UK reveal. Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon The Super Live is officially headed to London in 2025.

Per the official Sailor Moon website, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon The Super Live -- a hit musical based on the original manga series by franchise creator Naoko Takeuchi -- is set to arrive in London for an extended run beginning in February. This marks the latest major city to serve as a home to the stage production, which has already enjoyed runs in Paris, Washington, D.C., New York City and Taipei.

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Fashion and intricate character design are a huge part of Sailor Moon. Naoko Takeuchi poured so much of her interests, life experience, and education into her manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon. One of those interests is high fashion, and Takeuchi wove it so beautifully into her series that the designs remain consistent in both the original anime, and in the Sailor Moon Crystal reboot.

Usagi, her friends, the villains, and even minor characters have amazing looks. Takeuchi drew straight from the runways for her designs. High fashion also influences streetwear, and the Sailor Guardians, in particular, have amazing casual outfits. The '80s and '90s fashion in Sailor Moon is coming back in style, so audiences can take inspiration from the characters' wardrobe.

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Mamoru is a former model in the original '90s anime, and he has some very memorable looks.

Sailor Moon Crystal is the anime reboot of the manga Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon by Naoko Takeuchi. It comprises three seasons and two two-part movies, Sailor Moon Eternal and Sailor Moon Cosmos. Sailor Moon Crystal is an attempt to tell the Sailor Moon story directly from the manga, and there are very few deviations from the original story arcs in Crystal versus the '90s anime version.

Sailor Moon Crystal shows each Sailor Guardian's evolved forms, and their most powerful attacks. Sailor Moon isn't the only hero in the universe with immense gifts. Inner and Outer Sailor Guardians have legendary evolved battle attacks.

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From heroic sacrifices to tragic showdowns, Sailor Moon and her allies must contend with emotionally draining fights and heart-wrenching losses.

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Sailor Mars' strongest attack is Mars Flame Sniper.

Toei Animation's Sailor Moon Crystal anime series is now airing on TV in Canada for the first time, with the show being broadcast four days a week via major media and licensing company Wildbrain.

Via Canadian anime news site I Miss Bionix, WildBrain's Family channel is now airing Toei Animation's Sailor Moon Crystal from Monday to Thursday at 7.30 p.m. Est, with an encore episode released at 1.30 a.m. Sailor Moon Crystal reboots Naoko Takeuchi's iconic Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon manga, following the original manga story more closely and with updated visuals.

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The Naoko Takeuchi Collection of Sailor Moon manga is finally releasing a new printing of the Sailor Moon prequel manga in 2025.

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Overseas Sailor Moon fans are disappointed to hear news that orders from a respected Japanese retailer, which commonly ships overseas, have been abruptly canceled. An unexpected notification from CDJapan -- an official online store specializing in Japanese CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, and various collectibles and merchandise -- has notified purchasers of the 2024 Nogizaka 46 Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon musical that the product cannot be sold internationally.

Those outside of Japan who ordered the recent Sailor Moon Blu-ray have learned that their orders have now been canceled. An X (formerly Twitter) post about the announcement was made via Sailor Moon News, along with documentation confirming that fans would not be receiving their orders. While buyers are confused about why the product cannot be shipped overseas, even official statements by the seller indicate that it doesn't know why the merchandise is unavailable internationally. The seller has confirmed that buyers outside of Japan will be refunded; however,...

Sailor Moon Crystal is the finished reboot of all five story arcs from Naoko Takeuchi's magical girl saga, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon. Both the manga and the anime adaptations are shojo marketed to a young female demographic. Romance is a huge engine of Sailor Moon's story; everything began when she and Tuxedo Mask fell in love in their past lives.

Sailor Moon and Tuxedo Mask experience a different love story in every life, but their souls will always find each other, no matter how many times they're separated. Even the villains in the Sailor Moon universe are often motivated by romantic love. They are often a case study for what happens when love becomes cruel and selfish.

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Sailor Moon, based on the original manga by Naoko Takeuchi and released initially in 1991, endures in popularity today, over three decades later. A testament to the franchise's consistent reputation and long-lasting fanbase, Jimmy Choo just released a Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon themed collection of accessories on October 9th, 2024. This was not Sailor Moon's first collaboration with the company; a similar collection in 2023 celebrated the series' 30th anniversary.

In mere hours, the glamorous Sailor Moon inspired collection flew off shelves, as reported by Forbes. Some of the stunning pieces include vanity bags and totes based on the various Sailor Guardians in the series, clutches designed to look like Luna the cat, and boots and other heeled shoes inspired by the characters. One such item is an iconic pair of bright pink boots designed to look like Chibi-Usa's in the series with adorable details like a heart-shaped clasp. Furthermore, there are other accessories like hair ties,...

Sailor Moon is the ultimate magical girl series, featuring a cast of richly-drawn characters steeped in astrology and mythology, decked out in glamorous outfits and fighting for love and justice. Among them are the 10 Sailor Guardians who serve as the protagonists of the series, each essentially a goddess of a different celestial body in the Solar System. Although the Sailor Guardians are all unique and valuable in their own ways, they have vastly different power sets, weapons, and attitudes towards combat.

Naoko Takeuchis manga, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, debuted in 1991 and remains popular today thanks to multiple anime adaptations, feature-length films, stage musicals, video games, fashion collaborations, and more. Many people are familiar with the iconic 90s anime adaptation due to its inclusion in Cartoon Networks Toonami programming block, and 2014s reboot, Sailor Moon Crystal, which follows the manga more faithfully. Both Sailor Moon and Sailor Moon Crystal stand on...

The Sailor Moon brand is the premiere Magical Girl anime and manga franchise, with the classic 1990s anime in particular being the most well-known incarnation. It's since undergone various adaptations and remakes, including the Sailor Moon Crystal anime that told a more manga-accurate story. Amid these different iterations was another that took the property into live-action while also radically changing some of the story's elements.

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon was the first fully-fledged live-action Sailor Moon series, and it gave a somewhat more down-to-Earth interpretation of the story. Released over a decade after the original anime, this show was actually not even the first attempt at a Sailor Moon TV series with live-action actors. Changing the material while still embracing what fans loved so much about previous versions, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon is an often overlooked but important part of the franchise's history.

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Sailor Moon Crystal and its concluding movies, Sailor Moon Eternal and Sailor Moon Cosmos, is a successful reboot because it's fairly loyal to Naoko Takeuchi's original manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon. The '90s Sailor Moon anime has all the same major arcs from the original manga. However, the anime creators added plenty more content and changed some key details from the original story.

Some of the original anime's changes are questionable, like censoring the queerness in Kunzite and Zoisite's relationship and adding in a romance between Naru and Nephrite. There are some additions that were fun, though. Filler characters like Yuichiro and Fiore add to the story. Additional mini-arcs, like Minako's dating schemes, give a dose of whimsy to the story and explore character dynamics.

Yuichiro Has Feelings for Rei Hino Yuichiro Is a Compatible & Nuanced Love Interest

Yuichiro isn't a character in Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon.

Each Sailor Moon Crystal story arc has its own set of stellar villains. There's generally an army of monsters like the youma in the Dark Kingdom arc, a group of henchmen like Queen Beryl's Shitennou, several memorable minor villains, a powerful deputy antagonist, and a big baddy. Though there tends to be a formula to the Sailor Moon villain squads, the characters are by no means formulaic.

Sailor Moon Crystal draws heavily from Naoko Takeuchi's original manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon. Takeuchi's villains have fabulous character design, diverse personalities, and often, surprisingly nuanced backstories and motivations. Some Sailor Moon villains are even incredibly likable and have compelling redemption arcs.

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Daimon

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Back in the early 90s, the world of anime was changed forever with the arrival of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon. The action-adventure anime was a bit of a curve ball in terms of popularity because it featured an all-girl fighting team a combination that production companies hesitated to fund. Now, more than 30 years later, it's safe to say that Sailor Moon became a reference in the anime world, and its wrap-up installment Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos The Movie is now making waves at Netflix.

Quick Links Usagi & Mamoru Are Meant to Be Far Closer in Age Fixing the Age Difference Also Fixes the Shitennou Problem Usagi & Mamoru Have a Far More Mature & Kind Relationship in Sailor Moon Crystal The Wedding Scene Sailor Moon Crystal Has a Much More Believable (& Healthy) Romance

Sailor Moon Crystal is a reboot of the iconic shojo, Sailor Moon. It is based on Naoko Takeuchi's 18-volume manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, which follows Usagi Tsukino as she transforms into a celestial superhero charged with protecting Earth in the name of love and justice. Crystal is three seasons long, and ends with two movies: Sailor Moon Eternal and Sailor Moon Cosmos.

While the original Sailor Moon anime from the 1990s is a beloved classic for a reason, Sailor Moon Crystal does improve on some vital aspects. The romance between Usagi Tsukino (Sailor Moon) and Mamoru Chiba (Tuxedo Mask) is...

Popular anime series Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War has received a new and official fragrance collection based around five of its best-known characters, including main protagonist and fan-favorite cast member Ichigo Kurosaki.

Via Japanese brand Primaniacs' official X (formerly Twitter) account, the new line of fragrances based on Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is now available for preorder ahead of its release in November 2024. Five versions will be released, each priced at 7,920 yen (US$55) and coming in stylish 30 ml bottles inspired by each characters' Zanpakuto. Fragrances include Ichigo Kurosaki's Orange Woody note, Rukia Kuchiki's Purple Herbal Floral note, Uryu Ishida's White Herbal Ozone note, Renji Abarai's Red Spicy Woody note and Byakuya Kuchiki's Ozone Floral note. Direct sales are limited to Japan, so interested fans will need to use reliable proxy shipping services when the perfumes drop on Nov. 7. Readers can check out the images and more information below.

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Sailor Moon is easily the most iconic "magical girl" anime character of all time, and she's just as recognizable as Goku, Luffy and other anime/manga legends. Transforming from a normal teenage girl into a powerful "pretty guardian," Sailor Moon has several secret powers all so new to her. Thus, the question of whether she's a superhero is a logical one.

Several anime and manga heroes have incredible superhuman abilities, but they aren't necessarily portrayed as superheroes in the traditional Western sense. Sailor Moon is a bit different in this regard, and the same is the case for most magical girl characters. Add in how another one of the Sailor Scouts is handled, and it's easy to see Sailor Moon as more of a contemporary of Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman and Spider-Man than the likes of Goku, Luffy, Naruto and Ichigo.

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So far in 2024, Netflix movies have been off to a thrilling start with hit titles such as Damsel, Atlas, A Family Affair, and The Union. But the year isn't over yet! To finish out an excellent year of movies, Netflix announced its full slate of fall movies on Aug. 28, and we can look forward to even more hot titles of every genre, from horror to holiday, featuring some of the biggest stars.

Among the biggest and most-anticipated titles on the horizon include Joey King's dystopian sci-fi flick Uglies, which also stars Outer Banks favorite Chase Stokes; horror movies like It's What's Inside, Don't Move, and Time Cut; Anna Kendrick's directorial debut Woman of the Hour; and a full slate of Christmas rom-coms starring Lindsay Lohan, Lacey Chabert, and Christina Milian.

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All good things must come to an end, and Crunchyroll's month-long celebration of its first annual 'Summer of Anime' sales event is ready to bid adieu. However, its not going quietly into the night without one more week of massive anime discounts.

Per a press release, Crunchyroll's final push for its debut annual Summer of Anime sales event includes hot discounts on new merchandise, along with some returning favorites. However, one of the biggest headlines is a highly detailed anime figure of Rei Ayanami from the Neon Genesis Evangelion franchise. This 1/7 scale figure -- based on the lifestyle brand of blending Evangelion characters with everyday fashion called Radio Eva -- depicts Rei in a Backstage Pass Mods Coat, Fila Monogram Logo Sweatshirt, Evangelion Line Pants and Fila Barricade Xt 97 sneakers. This particular figure is based on the original colors, depicting Rei in gray with dark-colored clothing. Hobby Max Japan...

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Short Stories offers fans a playful and lighthearted spin-off with focus on other beloved characters. The volumes provide a deeper dive into the lives and backstories of the Sailor Scouts, adding more layers to the iconic series. Despite no new projects announced, Sailor Moon's legacy remains strong, influencing genres and pop culture worldwide.

Sailor Moon is one of the most iconic and beloved anime and manga series ever. Netflix recently released the final part of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos for western audiences, which concludes the rebooting of the series. Both the 1992 and 2014 anime adaptations are charming and entertaining, with the latter one being slightly more faithful to the manga. Fortunately for fans, there are even more stories featuring the Sailor Scouts that might just quench the thirst for more Sailor Moon content after Cosmos.

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Created by Naoko Takeuchi, Sailor Moon is one of the most adored anime and manga franchises ever made, with the titular Sailor Moon being one of anime's most recognizable and beloved characters, being referenced and parodied in lots of media across the globe. Sailor Moon fans are currently excited about the upcoming release of Sailor Moon Cosmos, but what is Cosmos, and what do fans know about it so far?

Sailor Moon Cosmos is a pair of movies produced by Toei Animation and Studio Deen. They aim to adapt the Stars arc, the fifth and final arc of the original Sailor Moon manga. This arc ran between 1996 and 1997 and consisted of 10 to 11 chapters, depending on the version. Picking up a short time after the defeat of the Dead Moon Circus, this arc sees Usagi and her friends come under attack by Shadow Galactica. This organization, headed by the mysterious Galaxia,...

The months are flying by, and we can't believe we're already in August. This month, Netflix will release several new anime titles on its platform, which we strongly recommend you check out. We're talking about Netflix anime shows and movies.

Since we're already five days into the new month, one of the new anime titles has already come out. Don't worry. We shared the name of this anime below, as well as the rest of the new Netflix anime set to be released throughout the month of August.

From Me to You: Kimi ni Todoke season 3

On Aug. 1, Netflix dropped the highly anticipated third season of one of the best romantic anime series ever made. Of course, we're talking about From Me to You: Kimi ni Todoke. Sawako and Kazehaya are now a couple, and we watch as their romance blossoms. Viewers watch as they navigate their new relationship while...

Sailor Moon Cosmos will wrap up the iconic franchise after over 30 years, making it a must-watch for fans old and new. The two-part film series adapts the Shadow Galactica Arc, building up to Usagi's final battle with Sailor Galaxia. Sailor Moon's impact on the magical girl genre is undeniable and the long-awaited ending is finally coming to Netflix.

One of the most iconic magical girl franchises of all time, Sailor Moon, is finally coming to an end with an epic two-part movie series coming to Netflix this Summer. Over 30 years after its release, the final chapter of Sailor Moon's story is finally being animated, and a new exciting trailer finally gives a peek at the franchise's upcoming final installment.

Netflix recently revealed an all-new trailer for Sailor Moon Cosmos, a two-part film set to release on Netflix on August 22, 2024. The film series originally aired in Japan back...

Sailor Moon Cosmos The Movie arrives on Netflix August 22nd, concluding the Stars arc of the original manga in two parts. Stage musical arcs "Legend of Kaguya Island" and "Dracul" offer untold Sailor Moon stories deserving of anime adaptation. The rich lore and unique atmosphere of these musical arcs bring new locations, character development, and genre-mixing to Sailor Moon.

After a long wait, American Sailor Moon fans finally know that Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos The Movie will arrive on Netflix on August 22nd, 2024. This two-part film will end the Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon line by adapting the Stars arc, the final arc of the original manga. Of course, this announcement has left many fans wondering what's next for the Sailor Moon anime franchise now that the main story has been faithfully adapted. But if Toei Animation and Studio Deen want to continue the franchise, two often-overlooked Sailor Moon stories...

Sailor Moon Crystal and the original Sailor Moon anime from 1992 is based on the manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon (alternately translated as Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon) by Naoko Takeuchi. The series was originally published by Kodansha's shojo magazine, then later released in 18 volumes of novels.

All the manga covers feature Naoko Takeuchi's gorgeous, original full-color artwork. Most of the covers feature Sailor Moon in her various forms, and sometimes they include Tuxedo Mask, the Inner Guardians, and the Outer Guardians. Recently, the manga series was re-released in large compendiums called Eternal Editions, with ethereal covers also created by Takeuchi.

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Official Sailor Moon stage actor Riko Tanaka commemorates Usagi Tsukino and Chibiusa's birthdays with her charming cosplay from the series' 30th-anniversary musical festival.

Tanaka again stunned fans with a recent post via her official X (formerly Twitter) account, featuring an impressive cosplay of Sailor Moon's Usagi and Chibiusa for their birthdays. She captioned the post, "#UsagiTsukinoBirthday2024. Usagi-chan, Chibiusa-chan, a very happy birthday to you both." Readers can check out her cosplay below, accurately capturing both characters' 'odango' hairstyle, with Usagi in her transformed Sailor Guardian outfit and Chibiusa in a polka dot dress.

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The original Sailor Moon anime series is two-hundred episodes long and covers five story arcs from Naoko Takeuchi's original shojo manga series, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon. With so much content in a classic series, some episodes get forgotten despite how amusing they are. Sailor Moon has its fair share of filler arcs, but plenty of filler episodes have wonderful character moments.

An episode doesn't have to have a huge plot moment or epic battles to be worthwhile. Some episodes showcase the Sailor Guardians' friendships, humorous facets of villains' personalities, hilarious snafus, and swoony romantic beats. These underrated episodes deserve their flowers, too, and perhaps a rewatch.

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Sailor Moon's art style is elegant, girlish, and ethereal, with influences from Naoko Takeuchi's personal interests and experiences. The anime's art style evolved with each story arc, incorporating elements of horror and whimsy, while staying true to Takeuchi's vision. Sailor Moon Crystal is a manga-loyal reboot with a more streamlined story, retaining the original uniform designs and character color palettes.

Sailor Moon is a magical girl shojo anime from the 1990s, and it's based on the manga series Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon by Naoko Takeuchi. The art style is elegant, girlish, ethereal, and even creepy at times. The series' story and aesthetic is so influential that other shojo fantasy anime and manga, like Yona of the Dawn, were made to emulate it.

Fans may associate Sailor Moon with quintessential '90s-style anime, but the series extends well beyond the '90s.

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The Sailor Moon Store has announced a new upcoming face powder release for its own cosmetics brand, Miracle Romance, officially titled the Shining Moon Powder 2025 Limited Edition.

Via the Sailor Moon 30th anniversary X (formerly Twitter) account, Bandai's CreerBeaute brand announced a new face powder in collaboration with Sailor Moon's Miracle Romance cosmetics line. The "Shining Moon Powder 2025 Limited Edition" opens orders in September 2024, with delivery scheduled for February 2025 in Japan. The powder retails for 18,150 yen -- around US$112. Readers can see the announcement visual and more information on CreerBeaute and Miracle Romance's collaboration below.

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