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Atsushi Kaneko Debuts New Manga Series MISH/MASH
Creator Atsushi Kaneko returns to Big Comic Spirits with a new series exploring the complexities of truth in the digital age.
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Aki Shimizu's Suikoden: Star Leap Manga Concludes
The manga adaptation of the recent mobile title has wrapped up its run in the latest issue of Comic Flapper.
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Lycoris Recoil Manga Adaptation to Conclude in Two Chapters
The manga adaptation of the hit action series is set to wrap up its run in Kadokawa's Comic Flapper magazine.
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Netflix and Sega Announce New Live-Action and Animated Projects
Netflix is teaming up with Sega to develop live-action films for Crazy Taxi and Stranger Than Heaven, alongside a new Sonic the Hedgehog animated series.
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Prolific Film Producer Jeremy Thomas Passes Away at 77
The Oscar-winning producer, known for his work with Takashi Miike on Blade of the Immortal, has died at 77.
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Shohei Manabe Debuts New Ushijima the Loan Shark One-Shot at Tokyo Exhibition
A decade after the series concluded, creator Shohei Manabe is releasing an exclusive short story for a limited-time exhibition in Tokyo.
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Hidari Yokoyama Debuts New Romance Manga Ayaru's Brush with Romance
Creator Hidari Yokoyama returns to Shonen Jump+ with a new high school romance centered on the world of calligraphy.
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NYCC 2026 Reveals Massive Anime Guest List and Premiere Schedule
New York Comic Con 2026 announces a star-studded lineup featuring Hikaru Midorikawa, Junko Takeuchi, and exclusive anime premieres.
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Game Freak Announces Weather-Themed Mobile Game Ame nochi Hare Onna
The Pokémon developer is branching out with a new magical girl mobile title that integrates real-time weather data into its gameplay.
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Studio CLIP Launches New Ranma 1/2 Tableware and Accessory Collection
A nostalgic new merchandise line brings iconic Ranma 1/2 motifs to kitchenware and daily accessories starting September 18.
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Otomate Announces Hakuōki Shinkai Kiwame and Four New Titles
The developer revealed a major Hakuōki compilation and several new otome projects during its 2026 anniversary event.
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Renowned Actor and Narrator Leo Morimoto Passes Away at 83
The veteran performer, known for his distinctive voice in anime and documentaries, has died at the age of 83.
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Kei Urana's Gachiakuta Manga Hiatus Extended Indefinitely
Kodansha confirms the ongoing break for Gachiakuta continues as the author conducts research, with no return date currently set.
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Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino Clarifies AI Usage Following Vision 2026 Presentation
CEO Akihiro Hino apologized for AI use in the recent Vision 2026 II Dream event, emphasizing that core creative work remains human-led.
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In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Manga Reaches Final Chapter in Upcoming 12th Volume
Mika Yamamori's shojo romance is set to conclude next spring, capping off a successful run that has surpassed 8 million copies in circulation.
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Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Creator Uoto Announces Two New Manga
The award-winning mangaka behind Orb and 100 Meters is returning with two distinct new projects set for Shogakukan and Kodansha.
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Tokyopop Announces Five New Manga Licenses for 2027
Tokyopop has unveiled its initial slate of manga acquisitions for the spring and summer of 2027, led by the romantic drama Can't Buy My Love.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword Leads Japanese Game Sales for Early September
Capcom's latest release takes the top spot in the weekly Japanese sales charts, while long-running titles maintain steady momentum.
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A Few Moments of Cheers Records 0.2% Rating in NHK Educational Broadcast
The original anime film from Jukki Hanada and 100Studio made its NHK Educational debut during the first week of September.
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Autism Society Japan Opposes Mii-chan and Miss Yamada Anime Adaptation
The advocacy group argues the series exploits vulnerable populations and has contributed to the use of its title as a slur.
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