Japan Anime Information

An interview with Ainosuke Kataoka, the voice actor for Maxime Le Mal in the Japanese dub of “Despicable Me 3” | Animation and Kabuki have one thing in common: exaggeration. What is Ainosuke’s own “super transformation,” driven by his life experience and experience?The latest film in the Despicable Me series, Despicable Me 3, the first in seven years, is now in theaters nationwide from Friday, July 19, 2024.

In this film, the five selected minions transform into Mega Minions! At the same time, Gru (voice: Tsurube Shofutei) and...

2024.08.01

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The second PV for “Touhai – Ura Rate Mahjong Touhairoku” has been released | The opening theme will be sung by Masayoshi Oishi, and the ending theme will be sung by “Odore to Taiyo, Sing in the Moonlight”! Comments on their enthusiasm have arrivedThe TV anime “Touhai: Underground Mahjong Tournament” will start airing in October 2024.

This time, the second PV and information on the opening and ending theme songs have been released! Comments about the op...

2024.08.01

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Here’s a summary of the character profiles for the 2024 summer anime “The Prince Who Ran Away”!”Nigejou no Wakakunin” is a manga based on Japanese history by manga artist Matsui Yusei, known for “Assassination Classroom” and “Majin Tantei Nougai Neuro”. The anime began airing in July 2024 and is one of the most anticipated works this season.

This is the story of Hojo Tokiyuki, the sole surviving heir to the destroyed Kamakura shogunate, who uses his talent for...

2024.08.01

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“Crayon Shin-chan: Our Dinosaur Diary” Shinnosuke visits the dinosaur kingdom of Fukui Prefecture! Official report and photos have arrived | New stills also released”Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: My Dinosaur Diary” will be released on Friday, August 9, 2024.

This time, we have received a report and photos of our main character, Nohara Shinnosuke's visit to the dinosaur kingdom...

2024.08.01

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A thorough explanation of the appeal of the hottest light novel right now, “Who Killed the Hero?” Why did the hero die after defeating the demon king? The other-dimensional appeal of this story where fantasy and mystery intersect is drawing attention!The fantasy light novel “Who Killed the Hero?” is currently a hot topic, especially on social media.

The delicate psychological portrayal, skillful story structure, and surprising, rapid developments have earned the book ...

2024.08.01

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The special gift for theatergoers attending the first and second weeks of the early screening of “THE iDOLM@STER Shiny Colors 2nd season” Chapter 2 will be a “Halloween Live Bromide”!The second chapter of the anime “THE iDOLM@STER Shiny Colors 2nd season” will begin screening in cinemas nationwide from Friday, August 23, 2024.

The special benefits for first and second week attendees have been announced! Halloween Live Bromide These are solo shot...

2024.08.01

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My favorite is the good morning scene between Masachika and Yuki in episode 2. “I want to play that scene every morning. I really do.” – Interview with Maruoka Wakana, who plays Suou Yuki in “My Neighbor Alyah, Who Sometimes Whispers in Russian” [Series Part 3]The TV anime “Alya-san, my neighbor, sometimes whispers sweet nothings in Russian” will begin airing on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Although Alya usually gives a cold look, she sometimes whispers sweet nothings in Russian. Meanwhile, Kuze Masachika, who has native-level Russian listening skills, pretends not to notice the meaning of the words being spoken to him. What will become of their love story?

To commemorate the broadcast, Animate Times is running a series of email interviews with the main cast! The third guest ...

2024.08.01

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“Nina in the Starry Kingdom” key visuals and theme song information released! The opening theme will be performed by Maaya Sakamoto, and the ending theme will be performed by Nao Toyama | Additional voice actors include Toyama and Tatsuya TomizawaThe TV anime “Nina in the Starry Kingdom” will start broadcasting in October 2024.

The key visual, first promotional video, broadcast date and time information, and more have now been released! Additiona...

2024.08.01

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“Blue Lock: Episode Nagi” Blu-ray and DVD to be released on October 30th! Product information and Animate exclusive bonus information released”Blue Lock: Episode Nagi” was released on April 19, 2024 and became a huge hit.

The Blu-ray and DVD of this film will be released on Wednesday, October 30th! Additionally, product information and corp...

2024.08.01

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The dubbed version of “Inside Out 2” has been released! A scene in which Shinpai, played by Mikako Tabe, imagines various futures for her beloved Riley.The animated film “Inside Out 2” will be released on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

This time, the dubbed version of the main movie has been released! It is a scene where Shinpai imagines various possible...

2024.07.31

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A special feature on beautiful cosplay from “Magic Knight Rayearth”! We’ve picked out cosplayers dressed as Shidou Hikaru, Ryuzaki Umi, Hououji Fuu, and others!”Magic Knight Rayearth” is a Japanese manga by the creator unit CLAMP. The TV anime was broadcast in 1994, and celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2019.

Today, we bring you a special feature on cosplay of characters from this work! We've picked out cosplayers dressed as Sh...

2024.07.31

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BLCD “Hitori Ecchi Online” (voice actors: Yusuke Shirai, Yoshiki Nakajima, and others) is now available on “Pocket Drama CD”! Data is now available for purchase on “Animate Online Store”! [Includes Animate bonuses and common bonuses]The BLCD “Hitori Ecchi Online” (featuring voice actors: Shirai Yusuke, Nakajima Yoshiki, and others) is now available for download on the smartphone drama CD distribution service “Pocket Drama CD,” and digital sales are now available on “Animate Online Store.”

"You're not even gay, but you're getting excited about me... what a pervert." A sociable, sulky dog and a downer masturb...

2024.07.31

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BLCD “Off Stage Love Side” (Voice Actors: Ryota Suzuki, Kentaro Kumagai, etc.) is now available on “Pocket Drama CD”! Digital sales have started on “Animate Online Store”!The BLCD “Off Stage Loveside” (featuring voice actors: Suzuki Ryota, Kumagai Kentaro, and others) is now available for download on the smartphone drama CD distribution service “Pocket Drama CD,” and digital sales are now available on “Animate Online Store.”

The drama CD of "Off Stage Love Side" based on the original work by Oshima Kamome is now available! The main cast member...

2024.07.31

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The synopsis and scene cuts for “Kinnikuman” Perfect Superhuman Ancestors Arc Episode 4, “Attack! Devil Superhuman Army!!” have been released!The TV anime “Kinnikuman” Perfect Superhuman Ancestor Arc has been airing on the “Agaru Anime” slot on 28 CBC/TBS affiliated stations nationwide since Sunday, July 7, 2024.

The synopsis and scene cuts for episode 4, "Attack! Demon Superhuman Army!!" have been released! From the second round o...

2024.07.31

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BLCD “Rajo Renzukiyo” (voice actors: Amazaki Kouhei and Kasama Jun) is now available for pre-order on “Pocket Drama CD”!The BLCD “Rajo Renzukiyo” (voice actors: Amazaki Kouhei and Kasama Jun) is now available for pre-order as a download on the smartphone drama CD distribution service “Pocket Drama CD”.

The main cast of the drama CD of "Rajo Renzukiyo", based on the original work by Hiro Saku, is played by Kouhei Amazaki ...

2024.07.31

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Summer anime “The Last Battlefield Between You and Me, or the Holy War That Begins the World Season Ⅱ”: Interview with Kobayashi Yusuke (voice of Iska) and Amamiya Sora (voice of Aliceliese) | Watch how Iska turns an unfavorable battle around, and pay attention to the comedic relationship between Rin, Alice, and their mother Mirabear!The long-awaited Season II of the anime “The Last Battle Between You and Me, or the Holy War That Begins the World,” based on the popular novel by Kei Sasane, began airing on July 10, 2024.

Iska, a member of the empire at war, and Aliceliese, the daughter of the queen of the imperial court, meet on the battle...

2024.07.31

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Animate Online Store is now selling the “TV Anime ‘Rent-A-Girlfriend’ Original Beach Date Ver. Online Lottery”! You can win goods featuring original illustrations!!Animate Online Store is now selling the “TV Anime ‘Rent-A-Girlfriend’ Original Beach Date Ver. Online Lottery”!

You are guaranteed to win one of the prizes, including extra-large die-cut acrylic panels, canvas boards, A6 acrylic pan...

2024.07.31

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The one that struck me the most was the Sanyo Shinkansen 500 Series Kodama, the new ending theme song for the TV anime Shinkalion Change the World, “KO. DA. MA.” – An interview with Toshihiko Takamizawa of THE ALFEEThe latest work in the Shinkalion series, which is based on the idea of three companies, JR East Planning, Shogakukan Shueisha Productions, and Takara Tomy, is the TV anime Shinkalion Change the World (hereinafter, Shinkalion CW). The ending theme song for this work is being developed as part of the “UTA-RAIL♪PROJECT,” in which a number of talented artists will write theme songs with titles inspired by real bullet trains.

The baton has now been passed from meiyo, who has been in charge of the ending theme song since April, to THE ALFEE. THE...

2024.07.31

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A number of anime songs have been added to the streaming service, including songs related to “Oshi no Ko,” “My Hero Academia,” and “Mononoke: Karakasa”! Karaoke DAM’s latest anime video and song streaming information summary [Updated weekly PR]In addition to popular and topical theme songs and character songs, DAM is also releasing songs with anime videos that you can sing along with the opening and ending videos! We are strengthening our song lineup so that you can enjoy anime songs and voice actor content at karaoke.

In this article, we'll provide you with information on anime song karaoke distribution for those of you who want to be t...

2024.07.31

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“Let’s do our best” – special support video from Kis-My-Ft2’s Miyata Toshiya has been released!The animated film “Ganbatte Ikimasshoi” will be released on Friday, October 25, 2024.

This time, a special support video from Kis-My-Ft2 member Miyata Toshiya, who is known as one of the biggest anime fans ...

2024.07.31

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