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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!

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [1/4]

Nine imperfect people combine their strengths and fight for the sake of a diverse world.

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Apr 24 2013 10:30

“Tamako Market” Episode 8 Recap: "Don't Call Me a Chicken"

“Tamako Market” Episode 8 Recap: "Don't Call Me a Chicken"

Autumn has begun. Kanna decides to make Dera a bird house, however, he is unable to fit inside due to his heftiness.

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Apr 24 2013 10:30

Second Season of “Senki Zessho Symphogear” to Begin Broadcasting This July

Second Season of “Senki Zessho Symphogear” to Begin Broadcasting This July

Senki Zessho Symphogear, an impactful TV anime themed around anime and music, will begin its second season in July 2013 on Tokyo MX and other stations.

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Apr 24 2013 10:30

Popular Bicycle Racing Club Manga “Yowamushi Pedal” to Become Anime

Popular Bicycle Racing Club Manga “Yowamushi Pedal” to Become Anime

The manga Yowamushi Pedal currently serialized in Weekly Shonen Champion will be made into an anime this year.

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Apr 23 2013 22:30

Noko, Mariko Goto, Shiho Nanba, and Asako Shinosaki Work on OP of the TV Anime “The Flowers of Evil”

Noko, Mariko Goto, Shiho Nanba, and Asako Shinosaki Work on OP of the TV Anime “The Flowers of Evil”

The opening themes for the TV anime The Flowers of Evil will be very interesting, as it was announced that Noko, Mariko Goto, and Shiho Nanba will all be working on them.

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Apr 23 2013 22:30

Yun’chi Releases Her Second Mini Album “Shake You” With the Help of Livetune!

Yun’chi Releases Her Second Mini Album “Shake You” With the Help of Livetune!

Yun’chi is a singer who debuted in November 2012. Now, the full version of the music video for her second mini album Shake You has been released.

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Apr 23 2013 22:30

Photo Exhibition Held for “Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel” 30th Anniversary

Photo Exhibition Held for “Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel” 30th Anniversary

The Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel 30th anniversary photo exhibition was held from April 11-23 at the Pixiv Zingaro gallery located in Nakano Broadway.

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Apr 23 2013 22:30

All Episodes of “Steins;Gate” Made Available to Commemorate the Release of the “Steins;Gate” Movie

To commemorate the release of the movie Steins;Gate the Movie: Loading Area of Déjà vu, all episodes of the series (first broadcasted in 2011) were made available to the public.

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Apr 23 2013 22:30

Food Collaboration Begins Between Voice Actress Ayana Taketatsu and Shichirin Yakiniku Anan

Food Collaboration Begins Between Voice Actress Ayana Taketatsu and Shichirin Yakiniku Anan

The popular voice actress and solo artist Ayana Taketatsu is collaborating with the restaurant Shichirin Yakiniku Anan on her first album that was released on April 10.

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Apr 23 2013 22:30

Free Rave Event Fuses Anime Culture and Club Music!

“Re:animation5 - Rave in Nakano -” was held on April 13 at the Nakano Station North Plaza in Tokyo, Japan. The event is a fusion of anime culture and club music funded by the crowdfunding service Campfire.

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Apr 23 2013 21:30

New Version of Hugely Popular Chocolate “Bikkuriman” Goes on Sale for a Limited Time!

New Version of Hugely Popular Chocolate “Bikkuriman” Goes on Sale for a Limited Time!

On March 26, the new “Bikkuriman” candy series, “Bikkuriman: Busododen” went on sale in the area around Tokyo.

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