Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball, also played a key role in the Dragon Quest series as its character designer. To mark the 35th anniversary of Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen, a rare illustration of the game’s protagonist drawn by Akira Toriyama was shared on the Yubo …
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Kana Hanazawa Joins Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 Cast as Fourth School Mystery
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 announced the addition of Kana Hanazawa to the voice cast, with the voice actress joining as the fourth school mystery. Her character appeared in the latest episode, while it will get a proper appearance next week in Episode 7, which will premiere on February 23. Kana Hanazawa …
Bocchi the Rock’s Kessoku Band Gets Special Illustration by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION Artist Yusuke Nakamura
To commemorate the first arena one-man live concert of Kessoku Band, the in-anime band from Bocchi the Rock, illustrator Yusuke Nakamura—known for his work on ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s album covers—created a special illustration featuring the band members. The artwork was unveiled on February 15 to celebrate the Kessoku Band TOUR …
Ami Koshimizu Joins Flower and Asura Voice Cast
Flower and Asura anime announced that Ami Koshimizu is joining the voice cast as Konoyono Owari. Konoyono is described as an up-and-coming poet popular among young people, and she is set to appear in Episode 7 on February 18. You can see some preview images for the episode below. Flower and Asura – …
Kadokawa Acquires Chiptune to Strengthen Anime Production and Compositing Capabilities
KADOKAWA is continuing its expansion in the anime industry by acquiring Chiptune Inc., a well-regarded anime production studio specializing in compositing and CG (computer graphics). This marks KADOKAWA’s seventh studio, furthering its strategy to internalize key production processes and secure stable creative resources. A Strategic Move to Improve Anime Production …
I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire Reveals Second Trailer and 3 New Cast Members
I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire revealed a second trailer, along with three new cast members. Studio Quad is animating, and the anime was previously announced for an April 2025 premiere. You can watch the second trailer below. I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire – Second Anime Trailer Opening …
New Me & Roboco Trailer Introduces Clumsy Maid Roboco From the Romantic Comedy Worldline
ME & ROBOCO: The Movie revealed a new trailer for its romantic comedy worldline, featuring a clumsy maid Roboco voiced by Sumire Uesaka. The movie was previously confirmed as a multiverse, introducing all the different Robocos. They included: Shun Matsuo as Roboco Mayumi Tanaka as Roboco (Classic Battle Worldline) Shigeru Chiba as Roboco (Genuine …
The 100 Girlfriends Valentine’s Illustrations Are Deliciously Kawaii
Valentine’s might be over, but that doesn’t mean we need to stop fawning over Valentine’s Day art. And if there’s art that’s worth fawning over, it’s the 100 Girlfriends Valentine’s illustrations. Drawn by Imomushi (the show’s ED animator), these lovely little illustrations showcase the Rentaro family girls in kawaii chibi …
Kadokawa Made Over $130 Million From Oshi No Ko, Re:Zero & More According to New Top 10 Best-Selling Series of 2024 List
Kadokawa‘s best-selling series from its productions and rights licensing from April to December 2024 were revealed in its updated earnings results, incorporating net sales data from its third quarter (October-December) on February 6 (via Gamebiz). Topping Kadokawa’s list was Oshi no Ko with over 5 billion yen (~$32.8 million). Kadokawa …
Older Rio, Kaede, Tomoe, and Nodoka Get Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Character Visuals
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus anime has revealed new character visuals featuring slightly older versions of Rio, Kaede, Tomoe and Nodoka. The anime previously introduced mini-skirt Santa, revealing her own visual along with Mai and Sakuta’s. Studio CloverWorks is again animating, with the new TV anime entering the University Arc. …