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Why Black Torch is Trending Ahead of Its 2026 Debut

With nearly 30,000 users tracking the series, the buzz around Black Torch is building well before its Summer 2026 premiere.

Kodansha USA Announces Seven New Manga Licenses at SDCC

Kodansha USA unveiled a slate of seven new manga acquisitions and a special series box set during their San Diego Comic-Con panel.

Netflix's Spooky in Love Receives Webtoon Adaptation

The occult romance series starring Eun-bin Park and Se-jong Yang expands with a new webtoon serialization.

Tsuya Tsuya Expands Rakujitsu no Pathos Universe with Akatsuki no Logos

Tsuya Tsuya is returning to Young Champion Retsu with a new spin-off manga focusing on secondary characters from the Rakujitsu no Pathos series.

Anime Limited Secures Rights for Banana Fish Home Video Release

The acclaimed crime drama Banana Fish is heading to Blu-ray in 2027 following a new licensing deal with Anime Limited.

Shintaro Kago and Sanho Lead Manga Wins at 2026 Eisner Awards

Shintaro Kago takes home the Best Short Story Eisner, while Sanho's Purgatory Funeral Cakes secures the award for Best U.S. Edition of International Material.

Akira Toriyama Inducted Into Will Eisner Comic Awards Hall of Fame

The legendary Dragon Ball creator joins the prestigious Eisner Hall of Fame, cementing his status as a titan of global comics and manga.

Ize Press Licenses Codename: Anastasia and Mignon for Print

Ize Press expands its BL catalog with upcoming print editions of the espionage thriller Codename: Anastasia and the supernatural romance Mignon.

Yen Press Announces Acquisition of Ten New Titles at SDCC 2026

Yen Press expands its catalog with a new yuri light novel and nine manga series following a panel announcement at San Diego Comic-Con.

New Home Video and Manga Releases for July 19–25

This week's North American release slate features a wave of new manga volumes and a handful of classic anime titles hitting Blu-ray.

Udon Entertainment Announces New Manga Licenses and Art Book Releases

Udon Entertainment revealed a slate of new manga acquisitions and high-profile art books during their panel at San Diego Comic-Con.

Why The Elusive Samurai Season 2 Is Suddenly Trending

CloverWorks' historical hit is seeing a massive surge in interest ahead of its Summer 2026 return.

Why The Frontier Lord Begins with Zero Subjects is Trending

With 15,400 users currently tracking the series, this agricultural fantasy is generating significant pre-premiere buzz.

Why 'I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand' is Trending

A surprise viral surge has put this upcoming fantasy adaptation on the map ahead of its Spring 2026 debut.

Jump+ Jumble Rush Mobile Game to Cease Operations in September

The Shonen Jump+ crossover tower defense game will officially close its servers less than a year after its initial launch.

Kingdom Film Dominates Box Office; Kimi-Hana Anime Debuts at #5

The fifth live-action Kingdom installment claims the top spot, while the romance film You, Fireworks, and Our Promise secures a top-five opening.

Manga Mavericks Licenses Our Insignificant Justice and Forms Industry Alliance

Manga Mavericks expands its catalog with Rin Kawano’s drama manga and launches a new initiative to support independent publishers.

Mahjong Pros Licenses Bird Manga for November Release

Mahjong Pros Publishing brings the intense gambling thriller Bird: Saikyō Bainin vs. Tensai Magician to English readers this fall.

July 23, 2026

Why Reiwa no Dara-san is Suddenly Trending

As the Winter 2026 premiere approaches, social media is buzzing about this upcoming supernatural comedy.