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

Young animators often tend to include expressions that weren’t in the designation, but in Little Witch Academia, rather than “cutting down on the contents,” we tried to use trial and error from a “how could we use all the ideas without changing the atmosphere of the work” point of view.

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.

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May 2 2013 07:39

“Pokémon” x Beams Stylish Collaborative Goods Now Available!

“Pokémon” x Beams Stylish Collaborative Goods Now Available!

On April 20, a new collaboration between Pokémon and the popular Japanese apparel brand Beams began.

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May 2 2013 05:03

Blu-ray and DVD Announced for TV Anime “Arata: The Legend”

Blu-ray and DVD Announced for TV Anime “Arata: The Legend”

A Blu-ray and DVD release of the anime Arata: The Legend, which began airing on April 8, has already been announced.

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May 2 2013 05:02

Book Report Contest Between Weekly Shonen Jump and Asahi Shimbun Begins

Book Report Contest Between Weekly Shonen Jump and Asahi Shimbun Begins

Manga are being used as the subject of a book contest?!

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May 2 2013 05:01

New Information Released on “Arc System Works Festival”!

New Information Released on “Arc System Works Festival”!

On April 2, new information was revealed regarding the game development company Arc System Works’ event to be held on May 19 at Pacifico Yokohama called “Arc System Works Festival.”

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May 2 2013 05:00

"Gintama" Voice Cast to Appear at “Gintama: The Movie: Ginmaku Zenya Festival 2013”

"Gintama" Voice Cast to Appear at “Gintama: The Movie: Ginmaku Zenya Festival 2013”

On July 6, Gintama: The Movie: The Final Chapter: Be Forever Yorozuya will open in theaters.

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May 1 2013 10:44

DJ Kazu Takes Over a Store in the Sacred Land of Anime Songs! Famous Music Echoes Through Akihabara

DJ Kazu Takes Over a Store in the Sacred Land of Anime Songs! Famous Music Echoes Through Akihabara

From April 30 - May 6 in front of Akihabara Gamers, a popular shop near Akihabara Station, DJ Kazu will set up a DJ booth and play various hit songs for those on their way to enjoy the streets of Akihabara.

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May 1 2013 09:30

Upcoming Stream of Pokémon Figures to Release Including a Palm-Sized Mewtwo!

Upcoming Stream of Pokémon Figures to Release Including a Palm-Sized Mewtwo!

On March 30, Bandai Collectors Division released the new Pokémon figure “D-Arts Mewtwo” for 3,990 yen (tax included).

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May 1 2013 09:30

Creator Interview: saaki [1/2]

Creator Interview: saaki [1/2]

Our creator interview series continues! This time, we interviewed TOM Special Creator saaki, who is known for her uniquely cute style. Read on for the interview!

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May 1 2013 09:30

Opening Theme to TV Anime “Attack on Titan” to Release on CD

The TV version of “Crimson Bow and Arrow,” the opening theme to the TV anime Attack on Titan that started earlier this month, was released on music distribution sites on April 9.

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May 1 2013 09:00

“NAC Ghost in the Shell: Arise DR Porsche” Revealed!

“NAC Ghost in the Shell: Arise DR Porsche” Revealed!

The latest Ghost in the Shell work, Ghost in the Shell: Arise, will begin this June.

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