It has been years since Boruto: Naruto Next Generations and Black Clover were put on hiatus, leaving fans eager for updates. Anime Japan 2025 provided a small but promising development regarding the future of these beloved series. While no major announcements were made, the news confirmed that both anime are still in the works, providing hope that they will return with improved quality and production.
Anime Japan 2025 update on Boruto and Black Clover
Anime Japan 2025 featured several major announcements, but the business day that followed the weekend event generated particular interest. TV Tokyo, the producer behind Boruto, Black Clover, and other major franchises like Naruto and Gintama, confirmed that these series will be part of their upcoming broadcast lineup for 2025 or later. This update came from TV Tokyo’s official listing on the Anime Japan website, where they revealed that Boruto and Black Clover are being prepared for future releases.
Unfortunately, that was the only concrete information provided. Despite the event being a perfect platform for Studio Pierrot to reveal future projects, no further updates on production timelines or content details were shared. The lack of additional information left fans feeling a bit underwhelmed, though the confirmation that both series remain active projects is encouraging.
Hiatus history and future prospects
Black Clover was placed on hiatus in March 2021, followed by Boruto: Naruto Next Generations nearly two years later. Both series were put on hold primarily because the anime adaptations had caught up to the source material. Scheduling issues and production challenges also played a role, leading Studio Pierrot to restructure their approach toward a more seasonal release format.
Given that both series are among the most popular anime globally, it is widely believed that a major platform like Jump Festa at the end of the year will serve as the venue for a more substantial announcement. Jump Festa has a history of being the stage for high-profile news, including the reveal of Chainsaw Man’s movie and One Piece’s remake. If Boruto and Black Clover are indeed set to return in 2025, Jump Festa would be the ideal time to make that announcement.
What to expect when Boruto and Black Clover return
Although Anime Japan 2025 didn’t deliver the news fans hoped for, the fact that TV Tokyo is actively presenting Boruto and Black Clover to other businesses indicates progress behind the scenes. The extended break may allow Studio Pierrot to enhance production quality and carefully adapt some of the best story arcs from the manga. When these series return, they are expected to be visually and narratively stronger than before, reflecting Pierrot’s shift to a more carefully managed production schedule.
For now, fans will have to remain patient, but the confirmation that both Boruto and Black Clover are still part of TV Tokyo’s future plans suggests that the long wait will be worth it.
