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    During the stage greeting and live-viewing evet for the second part of Free!-the Final Stroke-  held at the Shinjuku Piccadilly theater in Tokyo on June 30, it was announced that Kyoto Animation plans to hold a special event to celebrate the tenth anniversary of its Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club anime franchise in 2023. Further details will be announced at a later date. Watch the special announcement PV for the event below!         ????????????????! ???????????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????? 2023年 イベント開催決定‼ 詳細は後日発表予定✨ https://t.co/UIAmyfB01W #Free_Final #TV_Free pic.twitter.com/kkpPQHFSXS — 「Free!」シリーズ公式 (@iwatobi_sc) June 30, 2022     The first season of the swimming-themed sports TV anime Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club , based on the light novel series by Ohji Kouji, was aired in 2013, then the second and third season followed in 2014 and 2018. It has also has five films, and its final two-part film Free!-the Final Stroke- was released in September

    The official YouTube channel for voice actress Mai Fuchigami 's (Miho Nishizumi in Girls und Panzer , Nagisa Shiota in Assassination Classroom ) has started steaming a short version music video for her seventh single song "Hito Shibai" ( Human Drama ), which will be featured as the ending theme for the forthcoming second season of the TV anime adaptation of Shogo Kinugasa's light novel series Classroom of the Elite .   As her first single in 18 months since "Marionette coup d'etat" in January 2021, it is set to be released in Japan on July 27, 2022. She also wrote the lyrics for the coupling song of the single, "Short Cake no Ichigo wa, Anata ni Ageru." ( I'll give the strawberries in the shortcake to you. ).           CD jacket:     New artist photo:   RELATED: Mai Fuchigami Releases Classroom of the Elite Season 2 Ending Theme on July 27       Following the well-received first season aired in 2017, the lo

    Toshio Suzuki , producer of Studio Ghibli, attended the opening ceremony of the "Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition" held at Terada Warehouse in Tennozu, Tokyo, on June 30 and discussed the studio's current activities with the press. During the discussion, he confirmed that production of Hayao Miyazaki's new film How Do You Live? , which is based on Yoshino Genzaburo's 1937 novel of the same name, is still in progress.   At the first interview for the exhibition, which took place in 2019, Suzuki said of the release of How Do You Live? , "Three years from now...?" Almost three years have passed since then. He was asked about the current status of the film and answered, "It's a unique question... As already announced, Hayao Miyazaki has been working on How Do You Live? . It has been a long time, but the production is still in progress." No further details seemed to be revealed.   Also, he reported, "My most important job is..

      19 months after the teaser announcement back in December 2020, it is finally announced today that a live-action TV drama adaptation of Auri Hirao's underground idol-themed yuri comedy manga Oshi ga Budokan Ittekuretara Shinu / If My Favorite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I would Die , OshiBudo for short, is set to premiere in Japan in October 2022.   The manga has been serialized in Tokuma Shoten's Monthly Comic Ryu since its August 2015 issue (in its web edition since July 2018) and has released eight tankobon volumes so far. As reported , its total print run has surpassed one million copies. It was announced when its seventh volume was released in December 2020 that a live-action project based on the manga was planned. Then, the announcement was printed again on the wrap-around band of its eighth volume released in December 2021.   The manga author Hirao says, "I was happy because I thought it would be my ultimate goal in my career as a manga artist to

    Crunchyroll is excited to announce the English dub cast and crew for  Love Live! Superstar!! Without further ado the cast and crew is found below:   ARIA   Cat Protano CHISATO Maddie Matsumoto KANON Kristi Rothrock KANON'S MOTHER  Luci Christian KEKE  Julia Gu KOKONO  Morgan Lea MANMARU Khoi Dao NANAMI  Ryan Bartley REN  Natalie Van Sistine SUMIRE  Lizzie Freeman YAE Natalie Hoover   The amazing crew making the dub come to life:   ADR Production: Studio Nano Producer: Michelle Rojas ADR Director: Jill Harris, Michelle Rojas ADR Engineer: Nicole Auringer, Ray Wilkins ADR Mix Engineer: [Crunchyroll] ADR Script Supervisor: Tyler Walker, Bonny Clinkenbeard ADR Writer: Dakota Strong, Heather Walker ADR Prep: James Baker, Brandon Peters, James Cheek, Benjamin Tehrani   Crunchyroll describes the series:   The first students have arrived at Yuigaoka Girls’ High School, a new academy built on the crossroads of Omotesando, Harajuku, and Aoyama. With no h

In this week's episode of  The Game Informer Show , the crew discusses our Sonic Frontiers cover story and divulges new details about the game's open zones, combat, and a few returning characters, including Big The Cat. During The Playlist, we chat about our time playing Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course, Overwatch 2's new tank Junker Queen , and several promising games from Steam Next Fest. Follow us on Twitter:  Alex Stadnik  (@Studnik76),  Alex Van Aken  (@itsVanAken),  Jill Grodt  (@Finruin), Brian Shea (@BrianPShea) The Game Informer Show  is a weekly gaming podcast covering the latest video game news, industry topics, exclusive reveals, and reviews. Join hosts  Alex Stadnik  and  Alex Van Aken  every Thursday to chat about your favorite games – past and present – with  Game Informer  staff, developers, and special guests from around the industry. Listen on  Apple Podcasts ,  Spotify , or your favorite podcast app. Check out the timestamps below to jump to a pa

    Exactly seven years ago (JST), on June 30, 2015, Aqours , the nine-member unit of the Love Live! Sunshine!! anime franchise, was officially formed. To celebrate the memorial day, the Love Live! franchise's official Twitter has posted a special illustration featuring the nine members.   While following in the footsteps of their predecessor unit, μ's, Aqours has achieved great success in their own right, including the two Tokyo Dome concerts in 2018 and 2022. After two TV anime series in 2016 and 2017, and the feature film Love Live! Sunshine!! The School Idol Movie Over the Rainbow in 2019, their momentum has not stopped, and now their seventh anniversary project "Aqours Mugendai WORLD☆ Project" is underway. And Genjitsu no Yohane -SUNSHINE in the MIRROR- , a TV anime adaptation of the Yohane-based fantasy spin-off, is now in the works for a premiere in 2023.      本日6月30日、ラブライブ！サンシャイン!! #Aqours は皆様のおかげで結成7周年を迎えました???? 心より感謝いたします。 様々なチャレンジを経て辿り着いた7周

On this episode of From Panel to Podcast we dive into last week's books, giving you a rundown of the best stories that you should add to your pull list. We also highlight the comics that are releasing this week and provide insight into why you may want to pick them up. If you would like to follow us on Twitter: Andrew Reiner (@Andrew_Reiner) and Philip Hoff (@bnow23) . From Panel to Podcast is a weekly show created by two lifelong comic book readers who offer suggestions on which comic books you should be reading each week. Each episode also dives into the latest developments for comics in video games, movies, and television shows. We'll even discuss comic book collectibles and anything we think you should know about that pertains to this entertainment medium. Be sure to subscribe to From Panel to Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. The show is available on Google Podcasts , Spotify , and Apple Podcasts . Source: Game Informer

    Asahi Housou's official YouTube channel has started streaming special promotional videos to introduce the four main heroines in the forthcoming live-action TV drama adaptation of Reiji Miyajima's romantic comedy manga Rent-A-Girlfriend . Check out the videos below to see how the cast members portray your favorite heroines in the live-action world!     Chizuru Mizuhara: Hiyori Sakurada (Shizuno Takakamo in the Saki Achiga-hen episode of Side-A live-action series):     Mami Nanami: Shiori Akita (Tsuzura Hanatemari in Kakegurui live-action series):     Ruka Sarashina: Mio Kudo (Sayo Oharu/Kiramai Pink in Mashin Sentai Kiramager ):     Sumi Sakurasawa: Aika Sawaguchi (former member of idol group dela):     The Ryusei Onishi (Johnny & Associates' boy idol group Naniwa Danshi member) starring adaptation is set to premiere in Japan on July 3, 2022. Naniwa Danshi alos performs the theme song "Sincere."     Key visual:     L

    Following the release of the character visual a month ago, Toei Animation's official website for the ongoing 19th Precure TV series, Delicious Party Pretty Cure , finally announced today that Cure Finale, the fourth PreCure girl, will be voiced by Ai Kayano  (Meiko "Menma" Honma in Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day , Darkness in KONOSUBA -God's blessing on this wonderful world! ). Her first transformation is depicted in the 18th episode to be aired in Japan on July 10.     ＼????コメントが到着????／ 7月10日放送の第18話から登場するプリキュア ✨キュアフィナーレ✨ を演じる #茅野愛衣 さんからコメントが到着❣️ プリキュアへの思いをたくさん語っていただきました???? コメントはこちら！ぜひチェックしてみてね???? https://t.co/as6DQaA3YM #precure #デパプリ pic.twitter.com/72zAEptNBH — デリシャスパーティ♡プリキュア公式 (@TVanime_precure) June 29, 2022     Kayano has played Gentle / Amane Kasai since the beginning of the story. Amane, the student council president of the junior high school where the main characters attend, has had her mind manipulated by the Bundle Gang and

  Following up on the Shin Ikki Tousen English dub news, Crunchyroll has also revealed the English dub cast and staff for Ikki Tousen Western Wolves and the Extravaganza Epoch OVAs. Without further ado, the staff and cast are found below:   Extravaganza Epoch Cast Benkei Hayden Daviau Chuukou Kyocho Sara Lahti Ekitoku Chouhi Jessica Calvello Fighters: Geoff Bisente, Hayden Daviau, Morgan Lauré, Jason Charles Miller, Zeno Robinson, Ted Sroka, Greg Weisman, Brandon Winckler Gentoku Ryuubi B. Simpson Hakufu Sonsaku Carrie Savage Inshun Leonardo Rossi Kakouton Josh Phillips Koumei Shokatsuryou Megan Taylor Harvey Mitsuyoshi Yagyu Jackie Lastar Moutoku Sousou Greg Weisman Muramasa Jason Charles Miller Recording Harley Lainey Shikou Soujin Bonnie Gordon Shiryu Chou'un Michele Knotz Unchou Kan’u Morgan Berry Yoshitsune Kira Buckland   Western Wolves Cast   Chuukou Kyocho Sara Lahti Douman Kayli Mills Eikisai Kayli Mill

Round two of the Overwatch 2 beta is finally here, but what can fans look forward to with this latest tech test? Join us on this fresh episode of New Gameplay Today as we check out the title's latest tank and show off the new map players can get their hands on later this year. It is important to keep in mind what is going on within Activision Blizzard at this time regarding ongoing allegations about the work culture. The ongoing lawsuit from the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) against the company is over-reported toxic workplace culture. The bulk of the suit focuses on "violations of the state's civil rights and equal pay laws," specifically regarding the treatment of women and other marginalized groups. To learn more about the proceedings thus far, including details listed in the lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, please check out our previous  coverage here . The Junker Queen is here, and she means business. The leader of the Junke

  We're delighted to announce that Crunchyroll will be participating in AnimeShow & ComicSalon , an international festival focusing on pop culture, including anime, video games, fantasy horror, comics and K-Pop. The event takes place in Bratislava, Slovakia from July 1-3, and Crunchyroll has some exciting additions to the festival lineup for anime fans to look forward to this weekend.   On top of screening episodes of JUJUTSU KAISEN , Crunchyroll will be showing the first two episodes of the hit spy comedy of the Spring 2022 season, SPY x FAMILY . Attendees will also have a chance to enter contests and win a subscription to Crunchyroll, so if you're in Bratislava or a neighboring country within traveling distance, you'll definitely want to check it out!     This year's AnimeShow & ComicSalon marks the 15th annual installment of the pop culture convention. Those who attend will get to take part in panels, workshops, screenings, competitions and more, so

    The official website for ONE PIECE FILM RED , the forthcoming 15th feature film in the One Piece anime franchise, announced three additional guest voice cast today - actor Yuki Yamada (Joe Gibken/Gokai Blue in Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger ) and the two members of Japanese comedy duo Shimofuri Myojo , Seiya and Soshina .   The three are cast as the members of the Jellyfish Pirates, who participate in Uta's first live performance at the beginning of the film - Yamada as the captain Eboshi, Seiya as Kaginote, and Soshina as Hanagasa. The three original characters were newly deigned by the One Piece manga's author, Eiichiro Oda, who also serves as the executive producer of the film. You can see them in a short clip below.         ???????????????? ???????????????????? #尾田栄一郎 描き下ろし クラゲ海賊団????‍☠️のキャストに ════════════ #山田裕貴 #霜降り明星 ( #粗品 #せいや ) ════════════ が決定！ 船長・エボシ ⋙ 山田裕貴 ハナガサ ⋙ 粗品 カギノテ ⋙ せいや #OP_FILMRED #ONEPIECE pic.twitter.com/tmyAXDZ1Ul — 『ONE PIECE

    The official website for the forthcoming anime film adaptation of Mei Hachimoku's The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes sci-fi novel announced on June 28 that its theme song "Finale." is written/performed by singer-songwriter eill .   eill made her professional debut from Pony Canyon in April 2021. Among anime fans, she is best known for her first digital single song "Koko de Iki wo Shite," which was used as the first ending theme for the TV anime Tokyo Revengers .   "Finale." is her newly-written song and this is the first time that she has provided a theme song for an anime feature film. In addition her another newly-written song "Pre-Romance" and the acoustic version of her 2020 song "Katappo" will be featured as insert songs in the film.     Message from eill:   I am eill, singer-songwriter, and I will be in charge of the songs for "The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes." After receiving

    The official website for voice actress Saori Hayami has announced the release of her new song "Tear of Will"  and posted her comments about the song. The lyrics of the songs are written by herself, while British-Australian composer Kevin Penkin ( Made in Abyss ) serves as composer/arranger. While an official release date has not yet been set, it is expected to be released as her seventh solo single after her sixth single "Awake" to be available on September 14.   As reported , the song will be featured as the opening theme for the forthcoming TV anime Legend of Mana -The Teardrop Crystal-  to premiere in Japan in October 2022, in which she is also cast as one of its two protagonists, Serafina.     Message from Saori Hayami:   Chewing on the happiness of being involved in a work that will be loved for a long time, we produced this song while thinking of the accumulated history and future, KEVIN PENKIN-san's somewhat nostalgic and fantastic music

    To celebrate the fifth anniversary day, The Idolm@aster franchise's official YouTube channel has started streaming a three-minute special PV for its smartphone game app The Idolm@ster Million Live! Theater Days to look back on the idols' five-year history. Bandai Namco Entertainment launched the service of the game for Android and iOS in Japan on June 29, 2017.    Theater Days is a rhythm game based on the social game The Idolm@ster Million Live! , which was distributed on GREE from February 2013 to March 2018. The stage of the game is the "765 Pro Live Theater" newly established by 765 Production and features a total of 52 characters. A player produces idols and communicates with them through live performances on stage, jobs, and communication in the theater.          In addition, the fifth anniversary's memorial event "'Watashi' tachi no Egaita Kiseki" (The Trajectory drawn by "I" and Others) will be live-streamed o

    After the spring 2022 TV anime Ya Boy Kongming! reached its climax last week, a full music video for its opening theme song "Chikichiki Banban"  was finally posted on YouTube on June 28.    "Chikichiki Banban" was performed by the special music unit QUEENDOM , consisting of hibiki and moca from lol, Akina and Taki from FAKY, and Maria Kaneya from GENIC. It is a cover version of the original song "Ciki Ciki Bam Bam" by Hungarian singer Jolly-Bulikirály released in 2013. QUEENDOM's cover version was released digitally in Japan on May 20, then peaked at #4 in Oricon's weekly digital single chart.   As reported , the anime's opening movie featuring the song has already surpassed ten million views on YouTube. There had been many comments on YouTube and social networking sites requesting a music video by QUEENDOM themselves, and the much-awaited video was finally released. The video has an impact with a loud, party-like worldview that

The Mighty Thor, Jane Foster’s godly alter ego, swoops into Marvel’s Avengers today. Crystal Dynamics released a pair of videos showcasing her thunder-based abilities, giving fans a look at how she compares to her original male counterpart. Jane arrives as a free character in all versions of Marvel’s Avengers. The narrative explains that Jane was torn from an alternate reality in which she is the one and only Thor. Odinson renounced Mjolnir following A-Day, and though Jane developed cancer, her transformation into the Goddess of Thunder halted the disease as she battled to protect Inhumans from persecution. One day, a Tachyon Strom caused by AIM opened a portal that dropped Jane into the game’s universe. She joins up with the Avengers to uncover the cause of the rifts and figure out how to return home.  The Mighty Thor wields Mjolnir with more precision than Odinson and sports new abilities that highlight her increased finesse. You can watch the War Table video below for a complete

    Following the first part The Avenger Scar last month, Final Transmutation , the second and final part of the Fullmetal Alchemist Complete Edition live-action film series, was finally released in 345 theaters across Japan on June 24. Unfortunately, but as expected, it made its disappointing eighth place debut with an estimated 70 million yen (551,027 USD).   The poor first weekend gross was 2 million yen (15,743 USD) less than that of The Avenger Scar and only 26.5 percent of that of the first live-action film released in 2017. The film has been harshly received on the critical front as well, ranking sixth in Filmarks' first day satisfaction ranking with an average rating on 3.22/5.0 based on 321 reviews ( The Avenger Scar 's average rating was 3.31).    RELATED: The Manga Author Says Fullmetal Alchemist: Final Transmutation is "Full of Highlights"     While the first place continues to be held up by Tom Cruise's Top Gun Maverick , Dragon Ball S

  Even in its 25th anime film, the latest Detective Conan (which is known as Case Closed in some English-speaking countries) anime film continues to set franchise records with the anime surpassing the 9 billion yen milestone at the Japanese box office – the third film in the entire franchise to do so.   Box office tracker Kogyo Tsushinsha reports that Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween has made 9.03 billion yen (US$70.23 million) in Japan . This makes The Bride of Halloween the third film to surpass 9 billion yen, with Zero the Enforcer and The Fist of Blue Sapphire the first two to do so.   RELATED:   Detective Conan: The Culprit Hanzawa Anime Set to Premiere on Netflix in October 2022   This also makes The Bride of Halloween currently the third highest-grossing film in the franchise, only 150 million yen behind Zero the Enforcer and 340 million yen behind The Fist of Blue Sapphire . If The Bride of Halloween continues this summer in Japanese theaters, it may bec