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Interview with Animation Creator Junichi Yamamoto [1/3]

No matter how miserable the world might seem, in the end, movies and anime give us hope.

A New Anime Series is the Focus of Attention! Studio Trigger Shares their Thoughts on the Work [2/3]

By now, we have arrived at the point of starting a TV series. In the past two years, we made Inferno Cop and Little Witch Academia, but I think this series will be the real challenge.

A New Anime Series is the Focus of Attention! Studio Trigger Shares Their Thoughts on the Work [1/3]

With the release of the completely original anime Little Witch Academia on YouTube still fresh in memory, Trigger, the animation studio that made the aformentioned anime, has announced that they are currently working on a new anime series.

“Eshi 100 Exhibit ” Showcases 100 Artists’ Beautiful Interpretations of Japan’s Seasons

The event “Eshi 100 Exhibit 03” was held from April 28 to May 6 at the Akihabara UDX Building’s Akiba Square in Tokyo, Japan.

What? You Haven’t Played “Hello Kitty World” Yet?! Create and Visit Your Dream Amusement Park Now!

The dreamy iPhone game app Hello Kitty World allow you to visit and play within the adorable world of Hello Kitty at any time.

“Short Peace,” Katsuhiro Otomo’s First New Anime Work in Nine Years, to Release This Summer!

After nine years since Steamboy, a new anime film by Katsuhiro Otomo, who is known for creating Akira, has been announced.

"Amuroch x Usavich" Frames Are Now Available on Otaku Camera!

On May 20, "Amuroch x Usavich" frames became available on Tokyo Otaku Mode’s free camera app for Android and iOS devices, Otaku Camera.

Former Game Consoles Reborn as Clothes and Bags?! Segakawaii Announcement Event Excites Fans!

In the middle of April, the start of a new licensing brand between Sega, a game company well-known for series such as Sonic and Virtua Fighter, and the popular brand Galaxxxy was announced. The name of this new endeavour is Segakawaii.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [4/4]

What is the “Angel’s Fossil” that was dug out from the movie?

Completely Immerse Yourself in the World of Manga at Tachikawa Manga Park!

The Tachikawa Manga Park was created with a love of enjoying manga in mind. On March 20, the park opened on the second floor of the Tachikawa Children’s Future Center in Tachikawa, Tokyo.

Ennichisai 2013 to be Held Soon in Indonesia! Japanese Convenience Store Lawson to Participate!

Ennichisai 2013 will be held from May 25-26 at Blok M in Jakarta Selatan, Jakarta, Indonesia.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [3/4]

If you don’t end it, it won’t start - gazing at the unfinished past.

World-Wide Anticipated “Ghost in the Shell: Arise Border 1: Ghost Pain” Trailer Released!

The new Ghost in the Shell anime film series has kicked off with a trailer!

This Weekend, the Strongest Will Finally Be Decided at the “Arc Revolution Cup”!

“Arc System Works Festival” (also known as “Arc Fes”) is finally drawing near. This beat ‘em up game festival will be held this weekend from May 18-19 in Japan.

Hatsune Miku x Edo x Onsen?! TOM Checks Out the “Spring Oedo Onsen Monogatari Hatsune Miku Festival”

Upon hearing that Oedo Onsen Monogatari was collaborating with the Japanese pop culture icon Hatsune Miku’s song “Senbonzakura,” we went to investigate right away.

A Cute and Cool Character Has Been Born! Famous Anime Studio Collaborates with Singer Namie Amuro

The project “Amuro Meets Tatsunoko” featured the creation of a new character by Tatsunoko Production.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [2/4]

If the nine scattered heroes joined forces now, what significance would it have?

Life-Size Miku Statue Displayed at Hatsune Miku Illustration and Art Exhibit in Akihabara!

From March 9 to April 7, the “Hatsune Miku Illustration and Art Exhibit feat. Precious Memories” was held at the “Tokyo Anime Center with Aru Aru City” in the Akihabara UDX Building.

Voice Stars Speak Out! Interview with Voice Cast of the Anime "Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet"!

We’ve received comments from the voice cast about the anime and their respective characters.

Use Magic to Hunt Demons! PS Vita Game “Soul Sacrifice” Releases Worldwide

The PS Vita game Soul Sacrifice has finally released worldwide!

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May 14 2013 16:13

CD Release of Theme Song to TV Anime “The Flowers of Evil” Announced

The Flowers of Evil is a TV anime that began broadcasting last month. It’s sensational contents have become a hot topic, beginning with the heroine’s disparaging insult she throws at others.

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May 14 2013 15:59

“The Devil is a Part Timer!” Episode 1 Recap: “The Devil King, Standing in Sasazuka”

In order to build a kingdom for the creatures that exist in darkness, four generals of the demon world - Adramelech, Lucifer, Alsiel, and Malacoda - accompanied by the demon king Satan invade the human world.

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May 14 2013 02:55

Voice Stars Speak Out! Interview with Voice Cast of the Anime "Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet"!

Voice Stars Speak Out! Interview with Voice Cast of the Anime "Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet"!

We’ve received comments from the voice cast about the anime and their respective characters.

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May 14 2013 01:42

The Arcadia Appeared in the Skies of Shibuya?! Promotional Event for “Captain Harlock” Held on May 8

The Arcadia Appeared in the Skies of Shibuya?! Promotional Event for “Captain Harlock” Held on May 8

Syncing up with the announcement of the voice cast and release date for the movie Captain Harlock, a large-scale promotion event was held on May 8, painting the entire area in front of Shibuya Station in Tokyo with space pirate Harlock.

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May 13 2013 14:31

Broadcast Begins for “Devil Survivor 2 the Animation,” More Plans for the Series Announced

Atlus is a popular game maker who is famous for the series Megami Tensei.

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May 13 2013 14:30

A New “Giant of Light” Appears! His Name is Ultraman Ginga!

A New “Giant of Light” Appears! His Name is Ultraman Ginga!

“In July 2013, a new Ultra Hero will take the scene. His name is Ultraman Ginga.”

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May 13 2013 06:42

Use Magic to Hunt Demons! PS Vita Game “Soul Sacrifice” Releases Worldwide

Use Magic to Hunt Demons! PS Vita Game “Soul Sacrifice” Releases Worldwide

The PS Vita game Soul Sacrifice has finally released worldwide!

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May 12 2013 19:34

“A Certain Scientific Railgun S” Episode 1 Recap: “Railgun”

“A Certain Scientific Railgun S” Episode 1 Recap: “Railgun”

Misaka Mikoto, Shirai Kuroko, Uiharu Kazari, and Saten Ruiko. The curtain opens once again on these four students’ everyday lives.

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May 12 2013 18:33

Enjoy the Adventures of Luffy and the Gang! Punk Hazard Arc Added to “One Piece Grand Arena Tour”!

It has been announced that the Punk Hazard Arc has been added to the “One Piece Grand Arena Tour.”

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May 12 2013 18:33

Experience the World of the Anime! Anohana Stamp Rally Being Held Now in Chichibu

Experience the World of the Anime! *Anohana* Stamp Rally Being Held Now in Chichibu

Anohana is a popular anime that was broadcast between April and June 2011 on the noitaminA anime block. A new movie in the series will be released in Japan on Aug. 31.

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