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Kodansha Comics Announces Three New Licenses at Anime Expo
Kodansha Comics announced three new series launches at its Anime Expo panel: Magatsuki, Princess Jellyfish, and Real Account. The publisher also announced accelerating the release of Noragami: Stray God to a monthly schedule. Beginning in February 2016, Kodansha will release the anticipated fan favorite Princess Jellyfish, from creator Akiko Higashimura. The company will publish the […]
VIZ Media Announces New Manga and Novel Acquisitions
VIZ Media has detailed an array of brand new manga and prose novel acquisitions that include several notable titles to be launched during the Winter and Spring 2016 seasons. The acquisitions were announced at the 2015 Anime Expo, the largest dedicated anime convention in the U.S. New shojo manga titles include Shuriken and Pleats, the […]
New Anime Releases for the Week of July 7, 2015
This week sees new anime releases from FUNimation Entertainment, Lucky Penny, New Video, Sentai Filmworks, and VIZ Media. My “Pick of the Week” is Sentai Filmworks’ release of One Week Friends Complete Collection. One Week Friends Complete Collection DVD | Blu-ray Sentai Filmworks – Sub – MSRP: $49.98 | $59.98 Every lifetime is composed of […]
New Manga Releases for the Week of July 7, 2015
This week sees new manga releases from Kodansha Comics, Seven Seas Entertainment, Vertical Comics, and VIZ Media. My “Pick of the Week” goes to VIZ Media’s release of My Love Story!! Volume 5. My Love Story!! Volume 5 by Kazune Kawahara VIZ Media – MSRP: $9.99 Takeo and Mariya are chosen to participate in the […]
Manga Review: The Demon Prince of Momochi House Volume 1
The Demon Prince of Momochi House Volume 1 introduces a 16-year-old orphan named Himari Momochi. At the beginning of the volume, she inherits her ancestral estate that she’s never seen. The Demon Prince of Momochi House Volume 1 Written by: Aya Shouoto Publisher: Kadokawa Shoten English Publisher: VIZ Media Release Date: July 7, 2015 Volume […]
VIZ Media and Partners Announce Multi-Territory Media Rights for One-Punch Man Anime
VIZ Media has teamed with VIZ Media Europe and Anime Consortium Japan to jointly announce the acquisition of the multi-territory distribution rights for the anime series, One-Punch Man. Announced earlier this year, the One-Punch Man anime is based on a bestselling manga series, created by writer ONE and artist Yusuke Murata, about an average-guy-turned-superhero who […]
The 2015 Japan Film Festival of San Francisco Announces Films for the 2015 J-Pop Summit
The 2015 Japan Film Festival of San Francisco (JFFSF) has announced a schedule of screenings and special guest appearances taking place during the weekend of the 2015 J-Pop Summit. Opening in conjunction with the 2015 J-Pop Summit on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015 and running thru Sunday, Aug. 16, 2015, the 2015 Japan Film Festival of […]
FUNimation Announces Summer 2015 Simulcast Lineup
FUNimation Entertainment has announced the details of its Summer 2015 simulcast season. It has assembled a lineup for 20 titles – a mix of fan favorites as well as brand new titles. Each and every week, subscribers will be able to enjoy new episodes of each series in commercial-free 1080p. “Fans are in for the […]
New Manga Releases for the Week of June 30, 2015
This week sees new manga releases from Dark Horse Comics, Kodansha Comics, Seven Seas Entertainment, and Vertical Comics. My “Pick of the Week” goes to Seven Seas Entertainment’s release of Alice in the Country of Hearts: Junk Box. Alice in the Country of Hearts: Junk Box by QuinRose Seven Seas Entertainment – MSRP: $13.99 Alice […]
The 2015 J-Pop Summit Introduces Interactive Pavilion
The 2015 J-Pop Summit presents a brand new addition to the Japanese pop culture event held annually in San Francisco, CA with the “Interactive Pavilion,” a first-of-its-kind showcase of cutting edge Japanese technology, consumer product design and innovation. The 2015 J-Pop Summit takes place Saturday and Sunday Aug. 8 and 9, 2015 at the historic […]
PONY CANYON Announces Anime Expo Plans
Audio-visual entertainment company PONY CANYON will be making an appearance at Anime Expo and selling AX exclusive goods this year at Booth #201. Con goers will also receive an AX exclusive special present with select purchases at the PONY CANYON booth. AX exclusive gifts include: Yuki Yuna Is a Hero Blu-ray and DVD Combo Set: […]
New Anime Releases for the Week of June 30, 2015
This week sees new anime releases from Aniplex of America, Eastern Star, FUNimation Entertainment, NIS America, Sentai Filmworks, and Sunrise Inc. My “Pick of the Week” is Sentai Filmworks’ release of Space Brothers Collection 3. Space Brothers Collection 3 DVD | Blu-ray Sentai Filmworks – Sub – MSRP: $49.98 | $59.98 Contrary to popular belief, […]
New Manga Releases for the Week of June 23, 2015
This week sees new manga releases from Dark Horse Comics, Kodansha Comics, Seven Seas Entertainment, Vertical Comics, and Yen Press. My “Pick of the Week” goes to Yen Press’ release of the first volume of the Chaika: The Coffin Princess manga series. Chaika: The Coffin Princess Volume 1 by Ichirou Sakaki Yen Press – MSRP: […]
New Anime Releases for the Week of June 23, 2015
This week sees new anime releases from Eastern Star, FUNimation Entertainment, Sentai Filmworks, and VIZ Media. My “Pick of the Week” goes to Eastern Star’s Blu-ray release of Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro, a film from the Lupin III franchise that was directed by Hayao Miyazaki. Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro Blu-ray Eastern […]
VIZ Media Announces Its Plans for the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con
VIZ Media announces its return to San Diego Comic-Con with a roster of manga creator personal appearances, panel discussions, interactive activities, promotional giveaways, and a selection of retail products available exclusively at the event. San Diego Comic-Con is taking place July 9-12, 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center. Located on the main show floor, […]
