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Why Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3 is Trending
Wit Studio's fantasy epic continues, drawing new viewers into its intricate world of magic and politics.
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Mononoke Film Debuts at #6, Mario Galaxy Stays at #2 in Japan
The third Mononoke film, 'Snake God,' opened at #6, while 'Super Mario Galaxy' held strong at #2 in Japan's box office.
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Masahiro Anbe to Launch Badminton Comedy Manga "Badokon!"
Masahiro Anbe, creator of Squid Girl, is launching a new badminton comedy manga titled Badokon! in Weekly Shōnen Champion.
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Protocol Ryugu Manga by Daisaku Tsuru to Serialize in Japan
Daisaku Tsuru's ocean sci-fi manga Protocol Ryugu is set to begin serialization on Kodansha's YanMaga Web on June 18.
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Handa-kun Manga Now Available in English on Manga UP! Global
Satsuki Yoshino's comedy manga Handa-kun has launched in English on the Manga UP! Global platform.
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Re:ZERO Season 4 Trend Spike Explained
A surge in popularity for Re:ZERO Season 4 points to anticipation for its dual-arc structure and return to White Fox.
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BDP Press Licenses Battan's THE GOLDEN FLY Manga for English Release
BDP Press is bringing Battan's manga THE GOLDEN FLY to English readers via a Kickstarter campaign.
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Hirohiko Araki Designs Kabuki Curtains for Kyūshū Theater
Manga artist Hirohiko Araki has designed special stage curtains for Hakataza theater, featuring Kabuki actors.
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Silent Hill f, KPop Demon Hunters Honored at Golden Trailer Awards
The Golden Trailer Awards celebrated excellence in marketing, with Silent Hill f winning Best Video Game Trailer.
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Tekken 7 & 8 Director Kohei Ikeda Departs Bandai Namco
Veteran director Kohei Ikeda, instrumental in Tekken 7 and Tekken 8, has left Bandai Namco after two decades with the company.
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Manga Creator Masahiro Itosugi Banned by Google
Aki Sora creator Masahiro Itosugi reported a ban from Google after uploading older works to Google Drive.
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Lulutto Lilly and Mr. Osomatsu Announce Crossover Art
A new illustration unites characters from the magical girl series and the popular comedy anime.
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Cosmic Princess Kaguya Film Concludes Japanese Theatrical Run
Shingo Yamashita's anime film will end its Japanese theatrical run on June 18, following a successful extended engagement.
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Manga Mavericks Licenses Taiyo Matsumoto's Brothers of Japan
Taiyo Matsumoto's early work, Brothers of Japan, is coming to English readers in February 2027.
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Katsuji Mori Cancels Performance Due to Back Injury, Spinal Condition
Veteran voice actor Katsuji Mori has withdrawn from an upcoming reading event due to a severe lower back injury and ongoing spinal stenosis treatment.
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Apocalypse Hotel Anime Wins 57th Seiun Award for Best Media
The original anime 'Apocalypse Hotel' has been honored with the Best Media award at the 57th Seiun Awards.
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Mr. Vamp is a Vampire Manga Concludes Serialization
Dorothy Odoroo's supernatural comedy manga Mr. Vamp is a Vampire has finished its run on Kodansha's Comic Days.
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Poupelle of Chimney Town Picture Book Inspires AI Short Film
A new AI-generated short film based on Akihiro Nishino's beloved picture book will premiere at Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2026.
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One Piece Joins Forces with Japan's Samurai Blue for World Cup
A new collaboration video and illustration celebrate the Japan national football team ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
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Fanfare/Ponent Mon to reprint Taniguchi, Azuma, Nananan manga
Fanfare/Ponent Mon announces reprints of Jiro Taniguchi's "The Summit of the Gods" and other acclaimed manga.
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