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Anime Corner's Chike Nwaenie (@chike00.bsky.social) provided a short breakdown of this interview:
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KADOKAWA CEO Emphasizes Japan-First Approach to Stories – 'You Can Create Unique Works by Not Marketing With the Mindset of ’Let’s Make a Manga That Will Sell Globally.’' [UPDATED]
KADOKAWA CEO Takeshi Natsuno emphasizes a Japan-first approach to marketing, saying that it will lead to more unique works than producing for the global market.
animecorner.me
January 10, 2026 at 8:04 AM
Anime Corner's Chike Nwaenie (@chike00.bsky.social) provided a short breakdown of this interview:
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Cosmic Princess Kaguya! Netflix Release Reminder
The movie will be released on Thursday 22nd January 2026.
The movie will be released on Thursday 22nd January 2026.
Cosmic Princess Kaguya! Netflix Release Reminder
The good folks from Netflix have sent us more details about the up coming anime movie release of Cosmic Princess Kaguya! The reimagining of Japan's classic folktale The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter. ...
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January 10, 2026 at 9:26 AM
Cosmic Princess Kaguya! Netflix Release Reminder
The movie will be released on Thursday 22nd January 2026.
The movie will be released on Thursday 22nd January 2026.
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We’re listing some old UK Anime Convention Tote Bags (x10) and T-Shirts (x3) on eBay. We have no idea if it’s worth anything and are keen for it to go to a good home so there’s no reserve price.
UK Anime Convention Tote Bags x10 and Shirts x 3 Bundle | eBay UK
The bags are all in great condition. Bags for sale are as follows MinamiCon Number 29 (black). MinamiCon 25. All T-shirts are male large. New and unopened in plastic wrap.
ebay.us
January 3, 2026 at 5:46 PM
We’re listing some old UK Anime Convention Tote Bags (x10) and T-Shirts (x3) on eBay. We have no idea if it’s worth anything and are keen for it to go to a good home so there’s no reserve price.
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◤ ◤ TRIGUN STARGAZE
Streaming Staurday Begins◢ ◢
We hope you enjoy the anime.
We’ve put everything we have into making it.
Episode 1: “Wandering Days”
Excerpt from the character designs by Kiyotaka Oshiyama
#TRIGUN
Streaming Staurday Begins◢ ◢
We hope you enjoy the anime.
We’ve put everything we have into making it.
Episode 1: “Wandering Days”
Excerpt from the character designs by Kiyotaka Oshiyama
#TRIGUN
January 10, 2026 at 8:33 AM
◤ ◤ TRIGUN STARGAZE
Streaming Staurday Begins◢ ◢
We hope you enjoy the anime.
We’ve put everything we have into making it.
Episode 1: “Wandering Days”
Excerpt from the character designs by Kiyotaka Oshiyama
#TRIGUN
Streaming Staurday Begins◢ ◢
We hope you enjoy the anime.
We’ve put everything we have into making it.
Episode 1: “Wandering Days”
Excerpt from the character designs by Kiyotaka Oshiyama
#TRIGUN
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📢 New Licenses Alert: Day 3!
For the last day of our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement, we’re unveiling four Romance & Comedy series:
- Kiss or Die Trying!
- Fan/Girl x Call/Boy
- Rainy Day Serenade
- Mr. Vamp is a Vampire
👉Get more info: https://ow.ly/sK3M50XT7qI
For the last day of our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement, we’re unveiling four Romance & Comedy series:
- Kiss or Die Trying!
- Fan/Girl x Call/Boy
- Rainy Day Serenade
- Mr. Vamp is a Vampire
👉Get more info: https://ow.ly/sK3M50XT7qI
January 9, 2026 at 6:01 PM
📢 New Licenses Alert: Day 3!
For the last day of our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement, we’re unveiling four Romance & Comedy series:
- Kiss or Die Trying!
- Fan/Girl x Call/Boy
- Rainy Day Serenade
- Mr. Vamp is a Vampire
👉Get more info: https://ow.ly/sK3M50XT7qI
For the last day of our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement, we’re unveiling four Romance & Comedy series:
- Kiss or Die Trying!
- Fan/Girl x Call/Boy
- Rainy Day Serenade
- Mr. Vamp is a Vampire
👉Get more info: https://ow.ly/sK3M50XT7qI
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This was also a cool interview to work on, and after a bit of a delay I'm glad to finally talk about! Back at Tokyo Film Festival, I spoke with Baku Kinoshita about his new, quietly-reflective film about a dying yakuza and a talking flower with so much to say
Baku Kinoshita's “The Last Blossom” sees the director teaming up with ODDTAXI scriptwriter Kazuya Konomoto once again to tell the story of a man reflecting on his life in conversation with a talking flower.
@aliciahaddick.com spoke with Kinoshita at TIFF on our behalf about how the film came to be.
@aliciahaddick.com spoke with Kinoshita at TIFF on our behalf about how the film came to be.
A story about death with a talking flower: Baku Kinoshita on The Last Blossom | scrmbl
The Last Blossom, upon its release in Japanese theaters last month,...
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January 8, 2026 at 4:54 PM
This was also a cool interview to work on, and after a bit of a delay I'm glad to finally talk about! Back at Tokyo Film Festival, I spoke with Baku Kinoshita about his new, quietly-reflective film about a dying yakuza and a talking flower with so much to say
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#Kodansha_Announcement
📢 New Licenses Alert: Day 1!
Our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement has begun! Today, we’re unveiling three new additions to the Kodansha Fall 2026 lineup:
kodansha.us/2026/01/07/f...
📢 New Licenses Alert: Day 1!
Our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement has begun! Today, we’re unveiling three new additions to the Kodansha Fall 2026 lineup:
kodansha.us/2026/01/07/f...
January 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM
#Kodansha_Announcement
📢 New Licenses Alert: Day 1!
Our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement has begun! Today, we’re unveiling three new additions to the Kodansha Fall 2026 lineup:
kodansha.us/2026/01/07/f...
📢 New Licenses Alert: Day 1!
Our Fall 2026 New Print Licensing Announcement has begun! Today, we’re unveiling three new additions to the Kodansha Fall 2026 lineup:
kodansha.us/2026/01/07/f...
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Took a while (especially since this was sent to print in July) but Vampeerz 6 is now in stores!
January 7, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Took a while (especially since this was sent to print in July) but Vampeerz 6 is now in stores!
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‘Yamagata is ramen’: Japan’s city of noodle fiends revels in ‘capital’ status
‘Yamagata is ramen’: Japan’s city of noodle fiends revels in ‘capital’ status
Noodle dish is nation’s favourite comfort food and source of civic pride – but it has health risks
www.theguardian.com
January 7, 2026 at 6:10 AM
‘Yamagata is ramen’: Japan’s city of noodle fiends revels in ‘capital’ status
‘Yamagata is ramen’: Japan’s city of noodle fiends revels in ‘capital’ status
‘Yamagata is ramen’: Japan’s city of noodle fiends revels in ‘capital’ status
Noodle dish is nation’s favourite comfort food and source of civic pride – but it has health risks
www.theguardian.com
January 7, 2026 at 9:14 AM
‘Yamagata is ramen’: Japan’s city of noodle fiends revels in ‘capital’ status
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RIP to a legend. Sega, originally “Service Games of Japan,” evolved from an importer of American coin-ops, slot machines, and jukeboxes into one of Japan’s (and the world’s) most influential video game companies.
Goodbye David Rosen. I interviewed him ten years ago for my book on the Mega Drive and he was lovely. His influence on the arcade business is incalculable.
www.theguardian.com/games/2026/j...
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Sega co-founder David Rosen dies aged 95
Rosen, who led Sega from the 1960s into the 90s and who died on Christmas Day, was a hugely important figure in the history of arcade and home gaming
www.theguardian.com
January 6, 2026 at 11:16 AM
RIP to a legend. Sega, originally “Service Games of Japan,” evolved from an importer of American coin-ops, slot machines, and jukeboxes into one of Japan’s (and the world’s) most influential video game companies.
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#Japanuary is a great month to broaden your reading about anime and manga. You can even go straight to the source: a number of studios (including Toei Animation, home of many great titles) have an English language option on their websites. Check it out: corp.toei-anim.co.jp/en/index.html
TOEI ANIMATION CO., LTD.
本企業のHOMEをご覧いただけます。
corp.toei-anim.co.jp
January 6, 2026 at 8:49 AM
#Japanuary is a great month to broaden your reading about anime and manga. You can even go straight to the source: a number of studios (including Toei Animation, home of many great titles) have an English language option on their websites. Check it out: corp.toei-anim.co.jp/en/index.html
We’re listing some old UK Anime Convention Tote Bags (x10) and T-Shirts (x3) on eBay. We have no idea if it’s worth anything and are keen for it to go to a good home so there’s no reserve price.
UK Anime Convention Tote Bags x10 and Shirts x 3 Bundle | eBay UK
The bags are all in great condition. Bags for sale are as follows MinamiCon Number 29 (black). MinamiCon 25. All T-shirts are male large. New and unopened in plastic wrap.
ebay.us
January 3, 2026 at 5:46 PM
We’re listing some old UK Anime Convention Tote Bags (x10) and T-Shirts (x3) on eBay. We have no idea if it’s worth anything and are keen for it to go to a good home so there’s no reserve price.
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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle ended 2025 as the 7th highest-grossing film worldwide for the year. Detective Conan: One-Eyed Flashback ranked at #26, and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc at #27.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Film Ranks as #7 Film Worldwide in 2025
Detective Conan: One-Eyed Flashback ranks at #26; Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc at #27
www.animenewsnetwork.com
January 3, 2026 at 6:13 AM
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle ended 2025 as the 7th highest-grossing film worldwide for the year. Detective Conan: One-Eyed Flashback ranked at #26, and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc at #27.
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I have been *so* out of it this year, I dont think I even posted a crop of the Summer Ad Zine artwork I did a few months ago. Here's mine! The full zine, full of original characters/designs by many retro anime artists worldwide, all celebrating summer, can be viewed at tinyurl.com/summeradzine
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December 31, 2025 at 11:27 AM
I have been *so* out of it this year, I dont think I even posted a crop of the Summer Ad Zine artwork I did a few months ago. Here's mine! The full zine, full of original characters/designs by many retro anime artists worldwide, all celebrating summer, can be viewed at tinyurl.com/summeradzine
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Demon Slayer economics: how the anime juggernaut became a saviour
Demon Slayer economics: how the anime juggernaut became a saviour
Once underground art form now props up slumped box office sales and is used by governments to build soft power
www.theguardian.com
December 31, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Demon Slayer economics: how the anime juggernaut became a saviour
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Anime con pals: if your company uses Benevity for charitable giving, @themangalibrary.bsky.social is a listed charity and may be eligible for a matching contribution from your employer.
December 29, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Anime con pals: if your company uses Benevity for charitable giving, @themangalibrary.bsky.social is a listed charity and may be eligible for a matching contribution from your employer.
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Nishiogi Kitan, or “Strange Tales from Nishiogi,” is a beautifully drawn collection of slice-of-life magical realist #manga stories about young professionals living peacefully alongside supernatural creatures in a trendy (but fictional) suburb of West Tokyo. 🏙️ japaneselit.net/2025/12/27/n...
December 29, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Nishiogi Kitan, or “Strange Tales from Nishiogi,” is a beautifully drawn collection of slice-of-life magical realist #manga stories about young professionals living peacefully alongside supernatural creatures in a trendy (but fictional) suburb of West Tokyo. 🏙️ japaneselit.net/2025/12/27/n...
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The stunning hardcover: The Art of Witch Hat Atelier is finally here!
Soar into the world of Witch Hat Atelier with this 184-page art book by Kamome Shirahama! Packed with exclusive full-color artwork, this gold-stamped keepsake is the perfect gift for fans.
https://ow.ly/e3m450XOKZ2
#Kodansha
Soar into the world of Witch Hat Atelier with this 184-page art book by Kamome Shirahama! Packed with exclusive full-color artwork, this gold-stamped keepsake is the perfect gift for fans.
https://ow.ly/e3m450XOKZ2
#Kodansha
December 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The stunning hardcover: The Art of Witch Hat Atelier is finally here!
Soar into the world of Witch Hat Atelier with this 184-page art book by Kamome Shirahama! Packed with exclusive full-color artwork, this gold-stamped keepsake is the perfect gift for fans.
https://ow.ly/e3m450XOKZ2
#Kodansha
Soar into the world of Witch Hat Atelier with this 184-page art book by Kamome Shirahama! Packed with exclusive full-color artwork, this gold-stamped keepsake is the perfect gift for fans.
https://ow.ly/e3m450XOKZ2
#Kodansha
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December 27, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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So, we're... very, very close to 500 sales. This has been far more successful than I ever dreamed. 😭😭 Thank you for putting your trust in us.
Anime Herald Magazine #1 is now available! We have about 150 copies left, so be sure to order your copy of this gorgeous, 100+ page edition while supplies last. 💖
Digital copy ($15.75 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1dig 💻
Physical copy ($17.95 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1 📔
Bundle: hera.fyi/buyahmag1bun 📦
Digital copy ($15.75 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1dig 💻
Physical copy ($17.95 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1 📔
Bundle: hera.fyi/buyahmag1bun 📦
December 26, 2025 at 11:25 PM
So, we're... very, very close to 500 sales. This has been far more successful than I ever dreamed. 😭😭 Thank you for putting your trust in us.
This holiday season someone at Otaku News HQ received this. Present Day, Present Time..
December 25, 2025 at 7:37 PM
This holiday season someone at Otaku News HQ received this. Present Day, Present Time..
AnimEigo Release Latest Episode of The Anime Business Documentary Featuring Author Helen McCarthy @animeigo.com @glider.bsky.social
AnimEigo Release Latest Episode of The Anime Business Documentary Featuring Author Helen McCarthy
The good folks from AnimEigo have sent us the details for the latest episode of their ongoing documentary series The Anime Business. Episode 11 features an interview with Helen McCarthy author of ...
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December 24, 2025 at 12:29 PM
AnimEigo Release Latest Episode of The Anime Business Documentary Featuring Author Helen McCarthy @animeigo.com @glider.bsky.social
Sometimes we deliberately wait awhile before publishing press releases, so we can do more of a summery approach and publish stuff more interesting in the long term, rather than a fire hose of news. This means every so often it feels like we're playing catch up with the news. ^_^
December 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Sometimes we deliberately wait awhile before publishing press releases, so we can do more of a summery approach and publish stuff more interesting in the long term, rather than a fire hose of news. This means every so often it feels like we're playing catch up with the news. ^_^
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There sure is a lot to read in this but if you're looking for something to really dive into rather than just browsing the pretty pictures then it's well worth it.
*scribbles something about one more issue of Anime UK in a notebook.
*scribbles something about one more issue of Anime UK in a notebook.
Anime Herald Magazine #1 is now available and shipping! Be sure to order your copy of this gorgeous, 100+ page edition while supplies last. 💖
Digital copy ($15.75 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1dig 💻
Physical copy ($17.95 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1 📔
Bundle: hera.fyi/buyahmag1bun 📦
Digital copy ($15.75 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1dig 💻
Physical copy ($17.95 USD): hera.fyi/buyahmag1 📔
Bundle: hera.fyi/buyahmag1bun 📦
December 23, 2025 at 3:03 PM
There sure is a lot to read in this but if you're looking for something to really dive into rather than just browsing the pretty pictures then it's well worth it.
*scribbles something about one more issue of Anime UK in a notebook.
*scribbles something about one more issue of Anime UK in a notebook.