With Hetalia due to to return to our screens in spring 2021, we’re all pretty hype right now! The one-of-a-kind show put a surprising spin on international relations in wartime… and that’s a strange sentence to say when talking about a show full of cute anime boys. …Read more »
Four years ago, The Powerpuff Girls made its way back to television in a rebooted series with a new cast. Your mileage may vary on said reboot… but that’s not what we’re here to talk about today. Because ten years before that, there was another take on …Read more »
These furry felines are only unlucky for some! We love all sorts of cute animals — but in anime, black cats are something special. They can be familiars, allies, or just pass through to make life a little more interesting. There are far too many …Read more »
Anime songs are an indispensable part of any fan’s playlist. Some remind us of our favorite shows and moments from them. Others are great to listen to on their own, or are performed by our favorite groups. Best of all, some tracks combine more than …Read more »
In Japanese culture, there’s a huge emphasis on respect and hierarchy in business, school, and family life in general. A lot of japanophiles and fans of Japanese animation will be familiar with these aspects of the culture, especially the idea of a senpai, or slightly …Read more »
For many, fantasy/comedy Slayers was a gateway anime. The action-packed adventures of Lina Inverse and her friends delighted fans from light novel to anime and beyond. The original series is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and fans get all the goodies. Here are just a few of …Read more »
Looking for your next waifu? Well look no further, as we dive into some of the hottest girls in Japanese animation for you to search to your heart’s content. Before we start though, it’s worth mentioning that these are anime girls and there will always …Read more »
Nowadays, just about every major streaming platform has a selection of anime. Besides Crunchyroll, Funimation, and HIDIVE, you’ll find plenty of anime on Netflix, too. So if that’s your primary viewing platform, you’re in luck! If you’ve worked through the biggies like Aggretsuko, BEASTARS, and DEVILMAN crybaby, here …Read more »
The isekai genre is going to be with us for quite a while longer. With more isekai anime being made every season, and light novels and manga coming out full force, it’s pretty much everywhere. It’s been around for some time, but how we think of it has a …Read more »
Bleach creator Tite Kubo takes readers to Reverse London in BURN THE WITCH, a manga series about a world where dragons both exist and are highly legislated. This year, the manga became a one-shot film. And we’re in love. One movie — or three episodes — …Read more »
Demon Slayer: Mugen Train is basically everything right now. It’s setting records in Japan, and fans in the US can’t wait to see it for themselves. Sadly, we have to wait for next year until the film hits North America. In the meantime, here are some …Read more »
After lots of false starts and global delays, the final Evangelion movie will be coming to us in January 2021. 3.0+1.0, or Thrice upon a Time, is the end of an era. It’s also been a long time in coming, so understandably we’re all a bit antsy as …Read more »
Love Live! School Idol Project leads the pack in terms of mixed media. It’s in its third generation and is still going strong in anime, games, and live shows. This season, Nijigasaki High School Idol Club turns the newest game installment into an anime. It’s a …Read more »
You know what happens when an anime series gets super popular, right? That’s right: merchandising! That’s why you can buy just about anything you can dream of themed after Sailor Moon, Evangelion, and any number of other popular titles. The latest on the merch train is Demon Slayer: …Read more »
It’s always a good time for anime witches! The lovely magic users have been around nearly as long as anime itself. With Halloween just around the corner, we’re in a mood to celebrate these spellcasters. And, fortunately for us, this season has blessed us with …Read more »
Kara Dennison
Randolph Thompson
