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CultureSep 4

ShiroManta: LEON representative apologizes for AI use

Streamer LEON representative admits he used an illustration by manga artist ShiroManta for an AI-generated graphic and initially gave the artist false information.

AnimeSep 3

Aoharu Once More: Light Anime Adaptation Announced

"Aoharu Once More" is getting a light anime adaptation. Toru Miyata's BL work is the third project of the BALLOON label, which aims at international distribution.

IndustrySep 3

Blue Lock: Live-action film passes 1 billion yen

The Japanese live-action film of "Blue Lock" has earned 1 billion yen. To mark its success, guest illustrations by Hajime Isayama, Nakaba Suzuki and other mangaka are being published again.

AnimeSep 3

Fungus and Iron: Second Teaser Visual and Studio Revealed

"Fungus and Iron" has unveiled a second teaser visual. Keitaro Motonaga takes over direction, and Yokohama Animation Lab is producing the TV anime adaptation.

AnimeSep 3

Kanata Kara: Main PV, new cast and songs ahead of October premiere

"Kanata Kara" premieres on Japanese television on October 4, 2026. A new main PV shows further scenes and introduces the opening, ending and four additional cast members.

AnimeSep 3

The Apothecary Diaries: Live-action series for 2028

"The Apothecary Diaries" is getting a live-action series. Mana Ashida plays Maomao; Prime Video intends to release the production worldwide exclusively in 2028.