Whether it’s new titles hitting streaming, classic titles hitting Discotek, or a certain sequel smashing its crowdfunding goal, mecha anime is here to stay. But if you’re new to the world of giant robots, it can be a bit daunting. Especially if, say, a friend …Read more »
Missing your favorite anime from seasons past? Some are coming back! In the midst of new titles and fresh adaptations of manga and light novels, some series are returning from earlier this year to continue their stories. And if you find yourself with a little …Read more »
We all love to rep for our favorite anime day-to-day, whether it’s through our fashion choices or our daily carry. Smartphone accessory maker CASETiFY has long been a part of that movement, with Co-Labs for everything from Sailor Moon to One Piece. Their next anime-themed Co-Lab launches …Read more »
Precure, Toei’s lovely and explosive magical girl franchise, is in the midst of its 20th anniversary celebrations. That means stage shows, movies, exhibitions, and celebratory anime. At the moment, Power of Hope ~Precure Full Bloom~ is revisiting the series’s second and third teams as grownups. …Read more »
The winter 2024 anime season is just around the corner, bringing with it a huge crop of new titles. Some are original, others hail from manga… and others still are light novel adaptations. And you know what that means: more isekai! If you’re eager to …Read more »
It’s December… and that means the slow approach of the end of the fall anime season. Many shows we’ve loved over the last few months are careening into their final episodes. But that’s not the case for everything. A few shows still have story left …Read more »
There’s just a month left in the fall anime season. And while some shows will be continuing into winter (don’t worry, we’ll cover those!), others just have a few episodes left before their finale next month. Some have just dropped big reveals, while others are …Read more »
Spoilers for “The Star Beast” and the February 1980 issue of DWM. Doctor Who is back on the air! Just two days after its 60th anniversary, the long-running sci-fi classic returns with a trio of specials. Those specials are bringing back some familiar faces… and not just …Read more »
What does an anime-themed Japanese food truck do after overcoming adversity in the business? Make an anime about it, of course. The Okamoto Kitchen OVA, out now on YouTube (or the Okamoto Kitchen site here), is a comedic take on what the real business Okamoto …Read more »
It’s official: Blue Box is getting an anime! Kouji Miura’s sports manga is a big hit in Shonen Jump, so it’s kind of a no-brainer that it’s getting animated. But what makes it special? We’ve been catching up to the Sunday mainstay, and we’re here to tell …Read more »
New anime will always follow trends. When Sailor Moon got people’s attention in the 1990s, everyone tried to copy it. Lately, we’ve been in the middle of an unmistakable isekai boom. Trends like these are all about what’s popular to anime fans. But sometimes, real-world themes …Read more »
Thanksgiving is less than a week away, Americans! And if you’re like some of us, you’ve been entrusted to bring a dish to your family or friend gathering. But everyone’s going to be bringing green beans and potatoes, and hopefully the turkey is already handled. …Read more »
Today’s the day: Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is on Netflix! This most recent adaptation of the beloved graphic novel series brings back lots of big players from the original film. Combined with Science SARU—the studio behind Keep Your Hands off Eizouken! and DEVILMAN crybaby—that’s a massively impressive roster. …Read more »
Migi & Dali is a lot of things. Strange. Suspenseful. Darkly comic. (Did we mention strange?) The story follows the titular twins as, acting as one person, they infiltrate a suburban neighborhood to find their mother’s murderer. The super-serious duo have a lot in common—mainly …Read more »
Communication is central to any healthy relationship. The ability to make your feelings known prevents misunderstandings, builds trust, and — in many cases — allows people to get together in the first place. So it’s no surprise that lack of communication accounts for much of …Read more »
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