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10 Sports Anime to Watch on Crunchyroll During the FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has once again united football fans around the world with unforgettable goals, dramatic upsets, and emotional victories. But when the final whistle blows and you’re waiting for the next match, there’s another way to keep that competitive energy going. To celebrate the tournament, Crunchyroll has highlighted a lineup of sports anime that capture the same determination, teamwork, and never-give-up attitude seen on football’s biggest stage. Whether you’re looking for intense soccer action or want to…
Crunchyroll Confirms Kagurabachi Anime Will Stream Worldwide Beginning April 2027
Crunchyroll has officially confirmed that it will stream the highly anticipated Kagurabachi anime beginning in April 2027, bringing one of Weekly Shonen Jump’s fastest-rising manga series to audiences around the world. The streaming service announced that the adaptation will be available globally, excluding Japan, Mainland China, North Korea, and South Korea, when it premieres next year. The announcement follows the anime’s official reveal and arrives alongside a new trailer spotlighting Togo Shiba, one of the story’s key characters. Crunchyroll also…
Music Awards Japan 2026 Winners: HANA, Kenshi Yonezu, Creepy Nuts, and More Honored at Annual Ceremony
The Music Awards Japan 2026 celebrated another year of outstanding achievements in Japanese music, recognizing some of the industry’s biggest stars across multiple genres. Held on June 13, the ceremony honored artists for their musical accomplishments while also treating audiences to memorable live performances from Hitsujibungaku, LiSA, and rising girl group HANA. Sony Music Entertainment Japan (SMEJ) enjoyed a successful night, with its artists earning numerous awards spanning J-pop, hip-hop, alternative, dance, and idol music categories. From HANA’s breakout success…
Anime Expo 2026 Full Schedule Revealed With Kagurabachi, Black Clover Season 2, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, and Major Industry Events
Anime Expo 2026 has officially revealed its complete programming schedule, giving fans a detailed look at what to expect during North America’s biggest celebration of Japanese pop culture. Organized by the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA), the event will run from July 2 to July 5, 2026, at the Los Angeles Convention Center while expanding across multiple venues throughout downtown Los Angeles. This year’s convention is one of the largest in Anime Expo’s history, featuring world premieres,…
9Lana to Perform BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity Ending Theme, New Song ‘Rasen’ Releases This July
Japanese singer 9Lana has been selected to perform the ending theme for BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity, the fourth and final cour of the hit anime’s Thousand-Year Blood War adaptation. Her brand-new song, “Rasen,” will be released digitally on July 25, coinciding with the arrival of the anime’s concluding chapter. The announcement marks one of the biggest milestones in 9Lana’s career since making her major-label debut in 2024. With an international audience that now accounts for more than…
Smilegate Opens MIRESI: Invisible Future Pre-Registration Ahead of Anime Expo 2026
Smilegate has officially opened pre-registration for its upcoming collectible RPG MIRESI: Invisible Future, giving players an early opportunity to sign up ahead of the game’s showcase at Anime Expo 2026. Alongside the pre-registration campaign, the publisher has confirmed that the game will be playable for the first time in North America during the event, allowing attendees to get hands-on with the title before its official release. The announcement highlights Smilegate’s growing efforts to introduce MIRESI to a global audience. While…