Catch Up on Today’s Anime News – September 16, 2026

Daily Anime News Roundup for September 16, 2026

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

  • Voice actress Sumire Uesaka cancels event appearances amid safety concerns.
  • The anime film “Chiikawa” remains a box office leader.
  • Crunchyroll expands its reach with a new investment in Link-U.
  • “Dragon Quest” game series hits a remarkable sales milestone.
  • Streaming revenue is changing anime production dynamics.

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Voice Actress Sumire Uesaka Cancels KyoMAF Appearances Due to Threats

Voice actress Sumire Uesaka has canceled her scheduled appearances at the KyoMAF event this weekend following the reception of threatening emails. This unfortunate incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the safety of public figures within the anime community. Anime News Network

Chiikawa Holds Top Spot at the Box Office

The anime film “Chiikawa” continues to perform well at the box office, holding the #1 position. Meanwhile, the live-action adaptation of “Look Back” has debuted at #5. Other notable openings include “Sound! Euphonium, The Final Movie Part 2,” which landed at #7. Anime News Network

Crunchyroll Acquires Stake in Japanese Media Company

Crunchyroll has acquired 7.03% of the Japanese media company Link-U, investing approximately 917 million yen. This move is part of Crunchyroll’s strategy to bolster its manga services, enhancing its appeal in an increasingly competitive market. Anime News Network

Dragon Quest Game Series Reaches 100 Million Units Sold

The iconic “Dragon Quest” game series has surpassed 100 million units sold since its debut in 1986. This milestone underscores the series’ longstanding popularity and influence in the gaming industry. Anime News Network

New Titles in the Manga Pipeline

  • Mimu Oyamada Ends ‘Lovestruck Prince! I’ll Fight the Heroine for My Villainess Fiancée!’: The popular manga concluded, having launched in January 2021. Anime News Network
  • New Manga Adaptations Announced: Shogakukan launched the ‘Rumiko Takahashi Fantasy Manga Awards’ with the first entries accepted until January 11. This initiative celebrates the legacy of the renowned manga artist. Anime News Network

New Anime and Game Releases

  • ‘Mazenchu Food Characters’ Anime Premieres on October 7: A light-hearted series featuring food mascots, aimed at a younger audience. Anime News Network
  • ‘Devils’ Crest’ Unveils New Cast Members: Four additional cast members have been revealed for this highly anticipated anime, debuting November 6. Anime News Network

A recent report highlights how overseas streaming revenue is increasingly dictating which anime get funded and produced. This shift reflects the growing importance of global audiences in the anime industry. Reddit

What to Watch

  • Upcoming Series:
    • “Shangri-La Frontier” Season 3 begins on January 10, 2027, promising two consecutive cours. Anime News Network
    • “Witch and Mercenary” anime set for April 2027 release, along with a newly unveiled trailer and character visuals. Anime News Network
  • Music Releases:
    • Asaka will perform the opening theme for the “Tetsuryo! meet with Tetsudou Musume” anime, titled “GO! GO! RAILWAY!!”, debuting on October 8. Anime News Network

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