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Classroom of the Elite S3 Ignites Buzz with New School Year Drama
The psychological school drama returns with Ayanokoji facing new challenges and a familiar threat from the White Room.
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Nikkei Launches Entertainment & Content Stock Index
Nikkei will launch a new stock index on June 18 focused on 20 major entertainment companies.
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The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen S2 Trend Explained
Why is the villainess isekai suddenly the talk of the town? Season 2 is on the horizon.
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Childhood Friends Rom-Com Manga Concludes in 3 Chapters
Shinya Misu's rom-com manga is set to wrap up its run with its next three installments.
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Tom Kane, Voice of HIM and Yoda, Dies at 64
Veteran voice actor Tom Kane, known for roles like HIM in The Powerpuff Girls and Yoda in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, has passed away at 64.
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WEBTOON Entertainment Reports Reduced Losses in Q1 2026
WEBTOON Entertainment saw a significant reduction in operating and net losses in the first quarter of 2026, despite a slight revenue dip.
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Studio Khara Celebrates 20th Anniversary with New Rei Art
Studio Khara marks its 20th anniversary with a special illustration and a message from founder Hideaki Anno.
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Ex-Cloverway Founder Yasuo Matsuo Starts Global Adaptation Studio IP Bay
Yasuo Matsuo, founder of the former licensing agency Cloverway, has established IP Bay to produce global adaptations of Japanese literature.
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Manga Mavericks Licenses Fetish Bar Romance 'Tie Me Up, Stare Me Down'
Manga Mavericks Books will release Zawayuki Taki's romance manga in a 3-in-1 omnibus volume in May 2027.
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CyberAgent Launches Creative Hub in Kyoto to Train Anime, Game Talent
CyberAgent is establishing Canvas Kyoto, a new creative hub dedicated to nurturing aspiring talent in the anime and game industries.
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Voice Actor Bill Wise, Known for Initial D, Dies at 61
Veteran voice actor Bill Wise, who lent his talents to anime like Initial D and Sonic the Hedgehog, has passed away at the age of 61.
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Gundam Hathaway Sequel Earns $810K in U.S. Opening
The second film in the Gundam Hathaway project opened in the U.S. to an estimated $810,000 in its first weekend.
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Wakana Yamazaki, Voice of Naruto's Konohamaru, Dies at 59
The anime and manga industry mourns the loss of veteran voice actor Wakana Yamazaki, known for her iconic roles.
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Kumichi Yoshizuki Pauses Nankai Trough Manga for Health
Manga artist Kumichi Yoshizuki is taking a two-month hiatus from their Nankai Trough manga to address health issues.
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Nintendo Dominates Japan's Video Game Sales Charts
Nintendo Switch titles claimed the top spots in Japan's video game sales for the week of May 4-10, led by Tomodachi Life.
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Japan Game Sales: Tomodachi Life Tops Charts
Tomodachi Life led Japan's video game sales for the week of April 27-May 3, with new entries like Pragmata and SAROS appearing.
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Detective Conan Cast, Staff Mourn Voice Actress Wakana Yamazaki
The cast and staff of Detective Conan have shared their condolences following the passing of Ran Mōri's voice actress, Wakana Yamazaki.
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Drecom Launches New Indie Game Studio
Drecom Creators Studio aims to support small developers from creation through expansion.
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Whisper of the Heart Earns 7.5% in TV Ratings
Studio Ghibli's Whisper of the Heart achieved a 7.5% rating during its Friday broadcast.
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Yowayowa Teacher: Why the Sudden Buzz?
A romantic comedy centered on a student's fascination with his 'scary' teacher's hidden side is capturing attention ahead of its Spring 2026 debut.
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