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In the realm of romance anime, a few stand out in the crowd, and for the new generation, My Dress-Up Darling is one of them. It might be a fashion and cosplay manga series first but the romantic tension between Marin and Gojo was palpable. It’s what made fans come back for more.

Marin and Gojo from My Dress-Up Darling. [Credit: CloverWorks]

Their moments together are what makes the series immensely popular. Although it can get quite heavy and unnecessary with the fan service, Marin’s beauty and Gojo’s creative costumes make them the perfect match. Fans have been waiting to see them get together and build a life together.

That, however, wasn’t in the cards for us. My Dress-Up Darling ended today, March 21, 2025, and the ending was underwhelming, to say the least.

We expected to explore how their relationship went post-confession. Instead, we got an abrupt ending,...

Official staff of the fan-favorite My Dress-Up Darling anime series have joined the outpouring of fandom love and support following creator Shinichi Fukuda's end to the original manga series, vowing to do justice to the show's upcoming Season 2.

Following the conclusion of Fukuda's My Dress-Up Darling manga in Square Enix's Young Gangan, the anime's staff offered their congratulations and well-wishes, including series director Keisuke Shinohara. "Thank you Fukuda-sensei for completing the serialization of Kisekoi! I still can't believe Kisekoi is ending," he said. "I'm so sad. I received so much through this work. It's a shame that we won't be able to see the rest of Gojo-kun and Marin-chan's story, but I'll make sure to send them off properly. I'll keep my eyes on Fukuda-sensei's big back and do my best in the anime production."

My Dress-Up Darling Manga Ends After 7 Years Ahead of Anime's Season 2 Image via...

After captivating fans with its heartfelt romance and love for cosplay, My Dress-Up Darling has officially reached its finale. On February 21st, series creator Shinichi Fukuda confirmed that the manga will wrap up with its final chapter, set to release on March 21st. As bittersweet as it may be to say goodbye, the story has ended on a note that perfectly encapsulates everything that made it special. With the anime sequel scheduled for 2025, fans still have much to look forward to, but the manga’s ending ensures the journey of Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo remains unforgettable.

With over 12 million copies sold and a dedicated fanbase, according to animetv-jp.net, My Dress-Up Darling has been a standout success in the romantic comedy genre. Its blend of relatable character growth, creative passion, and an endearing love story made it a favorite among anime and manga enthusiasts. Now, with the ultimate ending...

The Texas Senate has unanimously passed a bill that, if enacted into law, could potentially criminalize the possession of anime, manga, and video games featuring characters appearing to be minors in “obscene” situations.

Senate Bill 20, aimed at combating the creation and distribution of Csam, includes depictions in “cartoon or animation” within its definition of prohibited visual material.

Senate Bill 20 is set to take effect on Sep 1, 2025, provided it is passed by the Texas House of Representatives and signed into law.

The bill, which seeks to amend Chapter 43 of the Texas Penal Code by adding Section 43.235, defines an offense as knowingly possessing, accessing with intent to view, or promoting obscene visual material containing a depiction that “appears to be of a child younger than 18 years of age engaging in activities described by Section 43.21(a)(1)(B)“. The activities described by Section 43.21(a)(1)(B) refer to depictions of s*xual conduct.

The legislation...

When people talk about cosplay, anime is often one of the first things that come to mind. When Shinichi Fukuada's My Dress-Up Darling manga transitioned to anime in 2022, it was a perfect tribute to the fans who put so much time and effort into creating epic and unforgettable cosplays of their favorite anime characters. Following main characters Wakana Gojo and Marin Kitigawa, My Dress-Up Darling is a romantic comedy/slice-of-life that has been shining in the limelight for its balanced blend of fanservice and touching romance elements since its debut.

Fans have been eagerly awaiting the announcement of My Dress-Up Darling Season 2, and though nothing has been confirmed, last December an official release window was announced for sometime in 2025. With recent news of Fukada's announcement that the upcoming manga chapter, releasing March 21, 2025, finally bringing the story a close, anime fans will most likely be itching to revisit some of their...

Japanese record company Nippon Columbia announced that voice actor Hina Suguta , best known as Marin Kitagawa in My Dress-Up Darling , will release her first full album in early summer 2025. While she has already streamed three original songs digitally since April 2024, this will be her debut CD album. Suguta also reported the news on her official X (formerly Twitter) . "I am pleased to announce that......!!!!!!!! I will release my first album in early summer 2025! Thank you for your patience! This is my CD debut. To all of you who have been waiting, thank you very much! This summer will be hot again! Please look forward to more news!" Related: My Dress-Up Darling Marin Va Hina Suguta to Make Solo Artist Debut in April Suguta started her professional voice acting activities in 2017 and is also known as Toko Kirigaya in the BanG Dream! franchise. She made her solo artist debut in April 2024, her 29th birthday,...

CloverWorks, the acclaimed Japanese animation studio behind fan-favorite hit series like Spy x Family, My Dress-Up Darling, Horimiya and many more, has a recent feature film in its catalog, now streaming exclusively on Crunchyroll.

Trapezium is a 95-minute anime drama movie and a bold new character study for the studio, generally known for producing more buoyant and serialized stories. Helping bring the feature film to life are anime talent such as director Masahiro Shinohara -- known for his work on Re:zero -Starting Life in Another World -- and veteran anime writer Yuko Kakihara, of Buddy Daddies and Blue Box fame, handling the screenplay. The movie adapts Kazumi Takayama's original novel of the same name. The film's official trailer can be seen below.

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The acclaimed anime streaming giant Crunchyroll has added this coming-of-age production to its catalog just before the month ends. Trapezium, an adaptation of the original novel by Kazumi Takayama, is now streaming only on Crunchyroll after joining the streamer today, Friday, February 28. This also comes in the wake of its debut in North American theaters for only a day, on September 18, 2024. The drama film is from the noteworthy Japanese animation studio CloverWorks, who have produced Spy x Family, My Dress-Up Darling, Bocchi The Rock!, and Horimiya.

Historical drama Orb: On the Movements of the Earth will welcome a new cast member in the upcoming 23rd episode, with Shoya Ishige joining the role of Albert Brudzewski. Fans may know Ishige from roles including Wakana Gojo in My Dress-Up Darling and Gaku in Trillion Game . Albert. His role in Orb is a young baker who used to love learning but has suppressed his curiosity due to a "certain incident." Related: Sakanaction Streams Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Anime Opening Song Collab Music Video Uoto began the original Orb: On the Movements of the Earth manga series in Weekly Big Comic Spirits in 2020, with eight volumes released in Japan to date. The TV anime adaptation premiered on Nhk General TV in Japan on October 5, 2024. Kenichi Shimizu ( Parasyte -the maxim- ) directs Orb: On the Movements of Earth at studio Madhouse, with series composition by Shingo Irie ( Nyaight of...

My Dress-Up Darling is a series that has captured the hearts of people worldwide. There's nothing sweeter than watching a relationship between two nerds bloom while they support each other's hobbies in a way that lets them blossom. Whether you're watching the anime or reading the manga, you can't help but fall in love with Kitagawa and Gojo...well, falling in love. To celebrate the anniversary of the manga's debut in 2018, the My Dress-Up Darling 5th Anniversary Exhibition began in Ginza, Tokyo in August 2023. For the next two years, as the exhibition toured around Japan, the manga continued to print new chapters and the exhibition grew as Kitagawa and Gojo got closer. Over the New Year, the exhibition made its final stop and returned to Tokyo, but settled in a location near dear to the series — Ikebukuro. The area, especially the Sunshine City complex where the exhibition was held, is...

Many anime fans enjoy watching shows for the action-packed scenarios series can come up with. However, sometimes, a fan craves something a little more peaceful, where the series can progress with no big fights or conflict. While arguments and combat have their place, sometimes an anime with zero action just feels better.

The anime come in all different varieties. Some feature singing idols rocking out to catchy pop songs. Others feature a slice-of-life telling a dramatic story that can touch one's heart. No matter what the circumstances are, sometimes it's better to have no action at all than too much action to stay engaged with a series.

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The My Dress-Up Darling manga picked up popularity after its smash-hit anime adaptation debuted in 2022. Since then, shoujo fans have been looking forward to My Dress-Up Darling‘s new chapters. So far in the story, Gojo and Marin are still in the preliminary phase of their relationship.

As one might expect, the story is nowhere near its end. However, the latest update from the author has shaken up the entire fandom. According to the official announcement, My Dress-Up Darling would end in the next chapter.

My Dress-Up Darling‘s sudden end makes fans speculate about the cause My Dress-Up Darling manga to end next month | Credits: Square Enix

My Dress-Up Darling manga will end with chapter 115 on March 21, 2025. There was no prior announcement from the mangaka or the publisher, and the story was nowhere near its end. Readers are of the opinion that the series has ended too abruptly and without fully exploring its potential.

Marin and Gojo’s budding romance in My Dress-Up Darling will soon be coming to an end. Manga creator Shinichi Fukuda announced today on her X (formerly Twitter) account that the next chapter of the cosplay-romance series will be its last. The 114th chapter of the series was published today, with the 115th chapter as the series’ last. The final chapter is set to be released in Square Enix’s Young Gangan magazine next month. My Dress-Up Darling began in Young Gangan in January 2018 , with 14 collected volumes were released in Japan as of November 2024. Choboraunyopomi's spin-off series, Kisekae Ningyo de Chu♡ started in the same magazine in January 2025. The manga has inspired a TV anime series, with the first season airing from January to March 2022 and the second season scheduled to air later this year. A live-action drama also aired from October to December 2024. Related: My Dress-Up Darling Anime...

Fans of My Dress-Up Darling manga find themselves in a strange position. As they grapple with the news of the manga ending in the next chapter, Square Enix has made an unexpected announcement that is sure to stir up some debates.

Manga Up!, Square Enix’s very own manga app, announced on Feb 21, 2025 that it will start simultaneously publishing the chapters of My Dress-Up Darling in English. This decision is particularly noteworthy given that the simulpub will encompass merely two chapters, starting with the penultimate one that released on Feb 21.

The announcement that Shinichi Fukuda’s popular manga series, My Dress-Up Darling, will conclude with chapter 115 on March 21, 2025, has been met with widespread disappointment from fans online. Chapter 114 of the manga released on Feb 21, 2025.

While a second season of the anime adaptation is on the horizon, a significant portion of the manga’s readership has voiced their discontent, arguing that the series is ending too abruptly before fully exploring its narrative potential.

According to readers, My Dress Up Darling was in one of its best phases at the moment. There were no signs the series was nearing its conclusion. On top of that there was no announcement of a final arc – which made the announcement of the final chapter a complete surprise.

Warning: The following part of the report contains spoilers for the series.

A primary concern among fans regarding My Dress Up Darling‘s impending ending is its timing.

After 7 years of publication, the original My Dress-Up Darling manga is set to complete its serialization, with author Shinichi Fukuda's next chapter to be its last.

Via MangaAlerts on X (formerly Twitter), Shinichi Fukuda's My Dress-Up Darling manga series will sadly end on March 21, 2025, with next month's Young Gangan release. The final page of the latest Chapter 114 reads, "From now on too, we'll be together. Next time -- the final chapter." The series was first serialized in January 2018. Readers can check out MangaAlerts' post with images below.

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A brand-new main trailer released for Please Put Them On, Takamine-san today announced that the ecchi comedy series will begin airing in Japan on April 2, 2025 . The opening and ending songs, "Baby Baby Baby" by Masamu Okui with Bonjour Suzuki and "Hightail it" by Makoto Furukawa, respectively, are also previewed. The anime's confirmed cast includes Yurika Kubo as Takane Takamine, Daisuke Kasuya as Koshi Shirota, Sumire Uesaka as Ellie Evergreen and Miyu Tomita as Rurika Kurosaki. Please Put Them On, Takamine-san Main Trailer (Wholesome ver.) The "perverted" version of the trailer is available here . Related: Please Put Them On, Takamine-san Anime Reveals April 2025 Debut in Teaser Trailers Based on the manga by Yuichi Hiiragi, Tomoe Makino ( Aharen-san wa Hakarenai ) directs Please Put Them On, Takamine-san at studio Liden Films, with series composition and scripts by Yu Sato ( Tonikawa: Over The Moon For You ), character designs and chief animation direction by...

The anime industry might have some of the most creative animation styles to grace our screens, but they aren’t immune to changes in their production team. Whether it’s a change in director or a new studio, it’s bound to happen to most anime.

Bocchi the Rock! is one of many to face this drastic change in their team. Keiichiro Saito directed the first season with Yusuke Yamamoto as his assistant director. For Season 2, however, Saito has stepped down and passed the mantle to his assistant.

Bocchi the Rock! [Credit: CloverWorks]

The news of Yusuke Yamamoto’s takeover wasn’t entirely a surprise, considering what else Saito had on his plate. He is also the director for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, so many speculated he favored the fantasy anime over Bocchi the Rock! What really happened behind the scenes?

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February is the month for the sweetest holiday of them all! No, no, not Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day , a celebration of gal pals, besties and BFFs invented by a genius named Leslie Knope. For this year’s gathering, why not start (or completely binge) an anime series together. And I’ve got just the list of recommendations for you. Just like Galentine’s Day, these series celebrate a different kind of love: the fondness we have for our friends. Watch one or all of them to join in the warm fuzzies! Related: The Perfect Anime Besties to Spend Galentine’s Day With A Sign of Affection Do you and your friends believe in love at first sight? You might after you watch A Sign of Affection ! On a typical winter’s day, Yuki’s approached by a foreigner on the train asking for directions. Yuki, a college student...

Plenty of great anime have come and gone over the years. Whether you're looking for the next big shōnen action series or a casual slice-of-life comedy, there are plenty of great options for viewers to choose from. Series like Naruto, Chainsaw Man, and My Dress Up Darling are all outstanding anime that got their start through their stellar manga. Even if the anime is more well known, a good manga could be a great gateway for new fans to jump into the next big anime franchise.

However, not all manga adaptations are created equal. For every great adaptation of a series like Psycho-Pass, there are bound to be just as many that miss the mark. It's a shame that many manga adaptations don't get the time they deserve to truly shine. Many times, the subsequent anime could be so bad that it ruins the reputation of the entire series. Any...

Crunchyroll has announced a special lineup of rom-com anime available to stream for free throughout February. From Feb 1-28, 2025, fans can access a collection of classic and recent hits without a subscription.

Crunchyroll’s free-to-watch selection includes beloved classics and 2024’s biggest romantic releases, including Fruits Basket, Horimiya, A Sign of Affection, and Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian.

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Some seinen anime titles do get some conversation, but they're overshadowed by the most popular shonen anime, which is unfair to these excellent shows that need more discussion outside their established viewer base. And some other seinen titles hardly get any conversation at all, even though they have plenty to offer. They are either hidden gems or simply got left behind as anime fans moved on to newer titles.

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Ever since its release in 2022, My Dress-Up Darling anime has been a go-to anime for fans of romance and slice-of-life genres. But now with the conclusion of Dandadan‘s first season, it’s a perfect anime for those who miss the relationship dynamics between Okarun and Momo.

Marin and Gojo in My Dress-Up Darling anime | Credits: Studio CloverWorks

While both anime are wildly different in terms of setting and themes, the central duo of My Dress-Up Darling bears some resemblance to the bond shared by Momo and Okarun, the current favorite duo of anime fans. So for those who miss the wholesome and electrifying chemistry between Okarun and Momo, here’s why My Dress-Up Darling is the perfect next watch for you!

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The much anticipated sequel for My Dress Up Darling is officially set to premiere in 2025.

The announcement comes three years after the sequel was initially revealed on Sep 17, 2022.

Although specific details regarding its release were scarce until now, the latest update, which was announced on the official website of My Dress Up Darling, confirms its release window alongside a new teaser visual

Further details such as the sequel’s format, staff, and theme song artists are yet to be revealed.

Season 1 of the anime aired from January to March 2022.

It was produced by CloverWorks and directed by Keisuke Shinohara, with Yoriko Tomita handling the series’ scripts, and Kazumasa Ishida designing the characters and serving as chief animation director. Takeshi Nakatsuka composed the series’ music.

My Dress-Up Darling is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Shinichi Fukuda. It began serialization in Square Enix’s Young Gangan in January 2018, and...

The official website and accounts for the My Dress-Up Darling anime today revealed that the previously announced sequel will be broadcast in 2025 , while also unveiling a teaser visual. A format for the new anime is yet to be confirmed. My Dress-Up Darling Anime Sequel Teaser Visual Related: My Dress-Up Darling Manga Gets Live-Action Drama in October 2024 Based on the manga by Shinichi Fukuda, Keisuke Shinohara ( Blackfox ) directed the My Dress-Up Darling anime's first season at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Yoriko Tomita ( The Elusive Samurai ), character designs by Kazumasa Ishida and music by Takeshi Nakatsuka ( The Greatest Demon Lord Is Reborn as a Typical Nobody ). Crunchyroll streams the series and describes the story: Wakana Gojo is a high school boy who wants to become a kashirashi--a master craftsman who makes traditional Japanese Hina dolls. Though he's gung-ho about the craft, he knows nothing about the latest trends, and has...

The year 2025 will be nothing short of iconic for rom-com lovers. This is especially true for most upcoming anime, especially Skip and Loafer. Based on Misaki Takamatsu’s manga, the anime is more than impressive.

It isn’t your bog-standard romance series, especially with its treatment of relationships. While most people assume it to be a shojo series, it is quite the opposite. After a successful first season, the anime is making a comeback with its second season. But there’s more to it.

Mitsumi Iwakura in a still from the anime | Credit: P.A Works

The coming year is going to be truly eventful in terms of most romance anime. With most series getting their second season, fans cannot help but deem it the “Year of romcoms”.

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Shinichi Fukuda’s My Dress-Up Darling is by far one of the greatest dramatic romantic comedy anime series to have ever come out. Its anime adaptation, which was released in 2022, was deemed one of the most wholesome and creative anime series of the year that respected two different art forms. And it is finally making a return once again with the second season.

My Dress-Up Darling | Credit: CloverWorks

My Dress-Up Darling follows the story of Wakana Gojo and Marin Kitagawa, where Wakana is a hina doll artisan and Marin is a cosplay artist. Wakana is shy and timid, and because of social pressure, he hides his talent and rarely talks about it until he meets Marin. She motivates Wakana to pursue his talent by helping her create cosplay costumes, and during this journey as creatives from two different fields, they develop a bond that feels romantic.

While the anime sounds fairly wholesome and cute,...

My Dress-Up Darling was one of anime's more recent sleeper hits, catching fans by surprise with its unique spin on the rom-com genre. After gaining quite a bit of fanfare, a second season was announced only a few months following the anime's final episode. Almost three years later, however, fans wondered why the series hadn't yet returned. Now, fans can rejoice, as My Dress-Up Darling Season Two has been officially confirmed for a 2025 release by CloverWorks.

The confirmation comes from a blurb on the cover of Young Gangan magazine, detailing the 2025 release window. While the anime has been away, the original manga by Shinichi Fukuda has steadily been released, retaining and even building on the anime's success. Fans have been craving more of Kitagawa Marin and Wakana Gojou's cosplay romance journey, and the anime will finally continue in 2025. No official release date has been announced, though more information may come...

The popular romcom anime series My Dress-Up Darling, delighting fans the world over, announces the release window for its highly anticipated sequel.

An official Amazon listing for the upcoming Young Gangan magazine release revealed that the TV anime sequel to My Dress-Up Darling will premiere in 2025. The sequel was first announced in 2022. The anime adaptation of Young Gangan's My Awkward Senpai was also celebrated in the upcoming magazine release. Readers can check out the official My Dress-Up Darling anime sequel update (top right) and Amazon listing below; the format of the upcoming anime sequel is unknown.

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Via PR Times, the rankings were decided by popular vote by over 5,000 readers, based on a survey by users of eBook Japan -- one of the country's largest e-book services. The full top 10 list, seen below, features a wide range of titles, including romantic comedy My Dress-Up Darling, fantasy drama/adventure Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and historical mystery The Apothecary Diaries, with the latter appearing twice for two different ongoing manga.

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Over the years and even in recent weeks, Sanrio -- most famous for its cute mascots like Hello Kitty -- has collaborated with numerous mainstream anime series, from Oshi no Ko to My Dress-Up Darling. Now, a crossover with Jujutsu Kaisen reimagines the dark fantasy shonen cast as equally kawaii characters in a new wave of collectibles.

The official collaboration features all-new artwork and merchandise, with 10 Sanrio mascots paired with a different Jujutsu Kaisen character: Yuji with Pochacco, Megumi with Bad Badtz-Maru, Nobara with My Melody, Gojo with Cinnamoroll, Geto with Lloromannic, Nanami with Pompompurin, Todo with Bonbonribbon, Mahito with Little Twin Stars, Choso with Minna no Tabo and last but certainly not least, iconic villain Sukuna with none other than fan-favorite Sanrio star Hello Kitty.

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In the realm of romance anime, few have made it far in this era but My Dress-Up Darling is a standout for its fun and vibrant plot. It’s a typical slice of life where you don’t have to think too much about the actions of each character. Moreover, Marin Kitagawa has become a very popular character for her cute looks but unfortunately oversexualized portrayal. Still, her dynamic with Wakana Gojo is very sweet. My Dress-Up Darling also takes the hobby of cosplaying very seriously and shows how much work goes into it.

Marin and Wakana from My Dress-Up Darling. [Credit: CloverWorks]

The mangaka of My Dress-Up Darling, Shinichi Fukuda, had no expectations for the manga to ever turn into an anime adaptation but maybe dreams do come true. Fukuda’s initial reaction to its release is entirely too cute but also shows how hard she worked. Animated by CloverWorks,...

My Dress-Up Darling creator Shinichi Fukuda has showcased all-new artwork of main character Marin Kitagawa dressed in a series of different outfits, depicting her cosplaying in a traditional sailor school uniform, kimono and more.

Via the Square Enix Store, My Dress-Up Darling manga creator Shinichi Fukuda released new artwork of the series co-protagonist Marin Kitagawa in cosplay. Marin comes in seven styles, including wearing a blazer, an all-pink and white outfit, a sailor fuku school uniform, kimono, leopard-print jumper, leopard ears and even one embodying an "oshikatsu"-style, referring to strong support of something beyond mere fandom. Marin's oshikatsu outfit features a tote bag with Wakana's face plastered all over it. Readers can check out the images below.

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Since its debut, My Dress Up Darling quickly became a hit in the anime world with its heartfelt portrayal of cosplay, friendship, and blossoming romance between its two leads. Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo’s growing relationship, grounded in their shared passion for artistry and craftsmanship, has captivated fans for its refreshing take on young love and self-expression.

Marin and Wakana from My Dress-Up Darling | Credit: CloverWorks

However, many early viewers and readers dismissed My Dress Up Darling assuming the series was little more than a typical romantic comedy with a lot of focus on fanservice. Even the anime director, Keisuke Shinohara is no exception to this. The misconceptions surrounding the series’ theme could have almost ruined the anime adaptation of this popular manga.

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Nearly each and every popular anime studio had a fantastic year. Every season, they featured some breakout anime and iconic returning series. For example, Bones returned with a jam-packed action season for My Hero Academia, and A-1 Pictures premiered a groundbreaking Korean webtoon adaptation of Solo Leveling. However, one Japanese anime studio deserves to be crowned the Best Anime Studio in 2024.

To be the "best anime studio," they must meet a few general criteria. The studio must have featured at least more than one anime project this year. In addition, the studios selected library for the year must have been trending in the anime community. The anime studio, Cloverworks, meets these requirements, but their anime catalog for this year is top-tier,...

The anime My Dress-Up Darling quickly captured fans' hearts with its mix of heartwarming storytelling and dazzling characters. One of the most beloved characters in the series is the fashionable and energetic Marin Kitagawa, who embodies passion and joy, especially when it comes to cosplay. Recently, a stunning new cosplay photo shoot has taken Kitagawa's most iconic look to the next level. This tribute to Kitagawa shows not only the beauty of the character but also the love that fans have for her.

When cosplaying it is important to find a balance between accuracy and personal flair. This cosplay by Reddit user Front_Hovercraft3044 is the perfect example of how a cosplayer can make a character their own while maintaining the feel of the source material. The attention to detail in the outfit and pose perfectly captures Kitagawa's fun, bold personality while giving fans a creative take on the character.

My Dress-Up Darling has been making headlines for some time for the plot. The slice-of-life anime has become quite popular among the anime fans. Fans who prefer this particular genre have been praising the anime for all the detailing. However, there is a certain section of fans who feel that the anime is missing something and have been writing negative reviews on the internet.

Even though My Dress-Up Darling does follow the typical high school drama, it has several fan service moments. Shinichi Fukuda has carefully created the fan service moments, and it was so delicately done that it overshadowed the true nature of the protagonist. He is one of the most lovable guys, but everyone is busy with other things, especially fans who have a weakness for ecchi stuff.

My Dress-Up Darling Has More To Offer Than Fan Service My Dress-Up Darling (Credit: CloverWorks)

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Cosplayers often go to great lengths to embody their favorite characters, replicating costumes, mannerisms, and sometimes even physical traits. However, in the quest for authenticity, lines can be crossed that provoke heated debates. This is the situation with the beloved anime My Dress-Up Darling, which has been embroiled in a similar controversy that once generated intense discussion about Robert Downey Jr.’s role as Kirk Lazarus in Tropic Thunder.

Marin Kitagawa tanning her skin | Credit: Studio CloverWorks

In episode 11 of My Dress-Up Darling, Marin Kitagawa’s desire to portray the tanned-skinned character Veronica as accurately as possible led her to consider ways to darken her skin for the cosplay. In this pursuit of authenticity, Marin accidentally walks into one of the most controversial practices in entertainment — what is often referred to as “blackface” in the West.

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Shonen is one of animes largest and most popular demographics, featuring a wide variety of titles from every genre and subgenre under the sun. Though its mostly known for its action-focused stories, the demographic actually has a lot of incredible love stories available as well. In fact, shonen plays home to some of animes most beloved romances.

Romance isnt often the main focus of shonen anime, but plenty of titles still feature a romantic subplot. These sweet stories pull audiences in with their rich development and emotional weight. The very best shonen romances have stood the test of time, becoming some of the most memorable in all of anime. As a result, many of shonens most popular couples have become iconic figures that fans still swoon over to this day.

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From shonen to shojo and everything in between, Sanrio has collaborated with numerous anime and manga series over the years, including the likes of Jujutsu Kaisen, My Dress-Up Darling, Oshi no Ko, Rose of Versailles and Natsume Yuujincho, just to name a few. Now, Hello Kitty and friends are partnering up once again with Clamp's iconic magical-girl series Cardcaptor Sakura, releasing brand-new merchandise sporting adorable sketch-like illustrations.

This is far from the first time Sanrio and Cardcaptor Sakura have partnered up, with famous manga artist group Clamp releasing stunning original artwork earlier this year featuring Hello Kitty dressed like Ccs's titular protagonist Sakura. This time, Sakura returns alongside her best friend Tomoyo Daidouji and love interest Syaoran Li, with all three characters being joined by Sanrio's Hello Kitty, My Melody, Little Twin Stars, Cinnamoroll and Pochacco.

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Sega reveals its first look at an upcoming My-Dress-Up Darling Marin Kitagawa collectible figure, set to be released in the U.S. and elsewhere internationally this coming spring.

Via Sega Plaza's official X (formerly Twitter) account, My Dress-Up Darling will receive a new figure from Luminasta inspired by one of the series' protagonists, Marin Kitagawa. The Luminasta "Trying On" figure is exactly as it sounds, featuring Marin in her home attire, clutching a t-shirt as if imagining how she might appear. A pair of Converse-esque sneakers rest at her feet, affixed to a stand alongside the figure. Readers can check out the images and purchase information below.

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Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! is an anime about the touching and genuine friendships built between teenagers in spite of the difficulties of love and the romantic failures they experience. It's a refreshing take on the typical high school anime "love story," but while it's great for its subversion of the harem-anime genre, the greatest strength of this 2024 dramedy is its characters.

Makeine is full of genuine, realistic and well-written characters who so easily win the hearts of viewers with their charm, relatability, and the way they navigate the highs and lows of being losing heroines. And the heroine that most fans have been rooting for is none other than the adorable and reclusive Chika Komari.

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The Senpai is an Otokonoko TV anime season may have concluded, but there's more story to tell! The official accounts followed up with plans to continue with an anime film titled Senpai wa Otokonoko: Ame Nochi Hare . The feature is currently lined up for a February 14, 2025 premiere in Japan. While we wait for further details, you can see a teaser trailer and visual below. Senpai is an Otokonoko Movie Teaser Related: Senpai is an Otokonoko Opening Song Anime Music Video Released Based on the manga by Pom, Shinsuke Yanagi ( Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki ) directs Senpai is an Otokonoko at studio project No.9, with series composition by Yoriko Tomita ( My Dress-Up Darling ), character designs by Shoto Shinkai and music by Yukari Hashimoto ( A Sign of Affection ). The series also stars Shuichiro Umeda, Akira Sekine and Yuma Uchida. The original Senpai is an Otokonoko manga by pom ran from December 2019 to 2021, and was...