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Ink Pop to Release My Neighbor Yokai Manga in English in Spring 2027
English-speaking fans of My Neighbor Yokai finally have good news. Penguin Random House’s Ink Pop imprint has confirmed that it will publish noho’s beloved supernatural slice-of-life manga in English. The announcement was made during Anime Expo, with the series set to launch in Spring 2027. What Is My Neighbor Yokai About? My Neighbor Yokai is set in a peaceful version of Japan where humans and yokai—spirits and mythical creatures from Japanese folklore—live together as neighbors. Instead of focusing on battles…
The Ramparts of Ice Season 2 Premieres in October 2026
Fans of the slow-burn high school romance anime The Ramparts of Ice have a reason to celebrate. The story isn’t over. Right after the 14th and final episode of Season 1 aired in Japan, the production committee officially announced Season 2 with a new teaser visual. The new season is set to premiere on October 1, 2026. Where and When to Watch The Ramparts of Ice Season 2 is scheduled to premiere on October 1, 2026. Like the first season,…
Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 3 Confirmed for January 2027, New Teaser Trailer Released
Mashle: Magic and Muscles fans finally have a release window for the anime’s next chapter. During Aniplex’s industry panel at Anime Expo 2026 on July 2, the studio confirmed that Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 3 will premiere in January 2027. Alongside the announcement, Aniplex released a new teaser trailer that gave fans their first glimpse of the upcoming season while hinting at the challenges waiting for Mash Burnedead. Produced by A-1 Pictures, Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 3 will…
Akira Returns to U.S. and Canadian Theaters in IMAX and 4K This September
Anime fans will soon get another chance to experience Akira on the big screen. Nearly four decades after its original release, Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment have announced that Katsuhiro Otomo’s iconic cyberpunk film will return to select theaters across the United States and Canada on September 4, 2026, in a restored 4K IMAX presentation. A 4K Restoration Returns to North American Theaters The version of Akira returning to theaters this September is based on the film’s 4K restoration, which…
Newtype Global Makes Its Debut at Anime Expo 2026 With Daemons of the Shadow Realm on Its First Cover
It’s an exciting day for anime fans as Anime Expo 2026 gets underway. One of the event’s biggest highlights is the debut of Newtype Global, the first fully English edition of Japan’s iconic Monthly Newtype magazine. The inaugural 2026 Summer Edition is available starting July 2 for $25 at KADOKAWA World Entertainment’s Booth SH-2720. A 40-Year Legacy Reaches English Readers Founded in 2023, Newtype Global was created to bring Monthly Newtype’s renowned anime coverage to a wider English-speaking audience. The…
11 Anime Antagonists Fans Hoped Would Switch Sides
Every anime needs a great villain to make the show memorable. From Frieza in Dragon Ball to Imu in One Piece, these characters challenge the heroes and help shape the story. Their strength, influence, and unique personalities have made them some of the most iconic villains in anime. However, not every villain is truly evil. Some are driven by tragic pasts, broken dreams, or difficult choices that lead them down the wrong path. Instead of simply being enemies, these characters…