Kenshi Yonezu, a Japanese shape-shifting creative force, seems to treat genre and medium as gentle suggestions rather than fixed rules. From his early days as a Vocaloid producer, HACHI, to becoming one of Japan’s most influential singer-songwriters, Yonezu has built a reputation for transforming emotions and sound into cinema. And now, he has done it…
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Hyper Japan 2025 – Yuka Iguchi Reflects on 20 Years in Anime Ahead of Hyper Japan in London – Exclusive Interview
For over two decades, Yuka Iguchi has been an important voice in the world of anime. From her iconic role as Index in A Certain Magical Index to unforgettable performances in Girls und Panzer, Encouragement of Climb, Symphogear, and Ascendance of a Bookworm, she has helped shape the emotional language of modern anime. This July,…
Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment Will Bring the First Film “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” to Cinemas in 2025
Crunchyroll, the ultimate destination for anime fans worldwide, has revealed a captivating new illustration created by the acclaimed animation studio ufotable. This artwork provides an exciting preview of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, the opening chapter of a thrilling trilogy slated for an international theatrical release in 2025. During the Thunder Stage event…
“IN THIS CORNER (AND OTHER CORNERS) OF THE WORLD” Streaming on CRUNCHYROLL
The award-winning anime In This Corner (And Other Corners) of the World is now available for streaming on Crunchyroll, marking the first time its extended version has been released internationally. Directed by Sunao Katabuchi and produced by the acclaimed studio MAPPA, the film is a poignant exploration of resilience, community, and the enduring human spirit…
JAPAN U-20 TEAM ROSTER OFFICIALLY REVEALED FOR “BLUE LOCK” 2ND SEASON
On November 9th, BLUE LOCK fans were thrilled as Kodansha revealed the lineup for the Japan U-20 National Team, which will challenge the BLUE LOCK XI in the BLUE LOCK anime’s second season. The Japan U-20 team, which debuted in Episode 29, includes formidable players like Oliver Aiku, Ryusei Shidou, and Sae Itoshi—the latter being…
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