Original Anime MAYONAKA PUNCH Adds Hina Yomiya to Its Cast

Title: Adorably Awkward Fu Joins the Cast of MAYONAKA PUNCH Anime

Hey there, anime fans! Are you ready to meet the latest addition to the cast of MAYONAKA PUNCH, the upcoming NewTuber anime from P.A. Works? Say hello to Fu, a character who is sure to steal your heart with her adorable awkwardness! 😍

Fu will be voiced by Hina Yomiya, who also brings life to Anna Yamada in The Dangers in My Heart. Get a glimpse of Fu’s personality in her character trailer below:

🎥 Watch Fu’s Character Trailer 🎥

As we previously reported, MAYONAKA PUNCH is directed by Shu Honma (Ya Boy Kongming!) at studio P.A. Works and premieres on July 2024. The series follows Masaki, who was fired from her previous three-person NewTube channel after a “certain incident,” as she teams up with another girl named Ribu to start over and reach one million subscribers. With original character designs adapted for animation by Ryota Arima, the series is shaping up to be an exciting and hilarious ride! 🚀

So, who’s ready to join Masaki and Fu on their NewTube adventure? Let us know in the comments below! 🤔 #MayonakaPunch #NewTuberAnime #Fu #HinaYomiya

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/7/original-anime-mayonaka-punch-adds-hina-yomiya-to-its-cast

ODDTAXI Live-Action TV Drama RoOT Debuts on April 2

Title: Exciting New Trailer and Key Visual Unveiled for Live-Action RoOT Drama Based on ODDTAXI Spin-off Manga

Introduction:
The highly anticipated live-action TV drama adaptation of the ODDTAXI spin-off manga, RoOT, has unveiled a new key visual and a dramatic new trailer. The series is set to debut in Japan on April 2, 2024, on TV Tokyo and other stations. Takafumi Tsuchiya, the writer and director of the series, brings the story of a young detective duo and their encounter with an ordinary taxicab driver who turns out to be more than they bargained for.

New Key Visual:
The new key visual for RoOT features the two main characters, Reina and Sato, standing in front of a dimly lit cityscape at night. The taxicab driver, Odokawa, is seen lurking in the shadows, adding to the mysterious atmosphere of the image.

Dramatic New Trailer:
The new trailer for RoOT gives a glimpse into the dark and suspenseful world of the series. It shows Reina and Sato investigating Odokawa’s background, only to find themselves in a dangerous situation. The trailer features quick cuts and an ominous score, setting the tone for what looks like a thrilling ride.

Cast:
The RoOT TV drama has announced the following cast members:

* Takahiro Ippolito as Odokawa
* Rina Kawaei as Reina
* Sota Fukushi as Sato
* Tetta Sugimoto as Detective Yamashita
* Erika Karata as Aoi

Synopsis:
The series follows a young detective duo, Reina and Sato, as they investigate the background of an ordinary taxicab driver named Odokawa. However, they soon realize that he is more than just an ordinary citizen, leading them on a thrilling adventure filled with mysterious encounters and unexpected twists.

Conclusion:
With its intriguing premise, talented cast, and expert direction by Takafumi Tsuchiya, RoOT is shaping up to be one of the most exciting live-action adaptations of a manga series in recent years. Fans of the original ODDTAXI series and newcomers alike will surely be eagerly anticipating the debut of this thrilling drama.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/7/oddtaxi-live-action-tv-drama-root-debuts-on-april-2

The Demon Prince of Momochi House Anime Settles in with Special Trailer

🌟 Get Ready for an Exciting Ride with The Demon Prince of Momochi House! 🌟

Are you ready to embark on a supernatural romance adventure? Look no further than The Demon Prince of Momochi House, the latest anime series that’s taking the world by storm! Based on the popular manga by Aya Shouoto, this anime is directed by Bob Shirohata (Hetalia, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grudge of Edinburgh) and features stunning animation from studio Drive.

🎉 Special Trailer Released! 🎉
To get you pumped for the next episode, we’ve released a special trailer recounting the journey so far with Himari, Aoi, Yukari, and other residents. Watch as they explore the mysterious Momochi House and uncover its secrets! 😍

🎯 Character Introductions: 🎯
Meet the intriguing cast of characters, including Himari, a 16-year-old girl who inherits the Momochi House on her birthday; Yukari, a reserved and mysterious boy; and Aoi, a peculiar young man with a hidden secret. 🤔

🎭 Plot Overview: 🎭
Himari’s 16th birthday turns out to be one she never forgets when she inherits the Momochi House from an unknown relative. As she explores the estate, she discovers that it exists on the cusp between the human world and the spiritual realm, and encounters Yukari and Aoi along the way. But what secrets are they hiding? 🤔

📺 Watch The Demon Prince of Momochi House Now! 📺
Don’t miss out on new episodes every Friday right here on Crunchyroll! This anime is a must-watch for fans of supernatural romance and adventure, so get ready to embark on an exciting journey with Himari and her friends. 😊 #百千さん家のあやかし王子 #TheDemonPrinceOfMomochiHouse

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/7/the-demon-prince-of-momochi-house-anime-special-trailer

Teasing Master Takagi-san Live-Action Movie Releases Full Trailer Featuring Theme Song

🎥 Exciting News for Teasing Master Takagi-san Fans! 🎥

The highly anticipated live-action film adaptation of Soichiro Yamamoto’s romantic comedy manga series, Teasing Master Takagi-san, has just released a 90-second full trailer featuring the theme song “Haruka” (Far Away) by the talented singer-songwriter, Aimer! 🎵

In addition to the full trailer, a new poster visual was also shared, showcasing the main cast members Mei Nagano as Takagi and Fumiya Takahashi as Nishikata. The film is set to release in Japan on May 31, 2024, and was filmed on location at Shodoshima Island in Kagawa Prefecture, where the manga story took place. 🏖️

Aimer, known for her anime theme song works for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Chainsaw Man, expressed her excitement to be involved in the film adaptation of Teasing Master Takagi-san, saying that she is honored to create a new song for the precious relationship between Takagi and Nishikata. 💕

The release date for the song has not been revealed yet, but fans can look forward to Aimer’s new artist photo and the single’s jacket visual on her official website and Twitter account. 📸🔥

Don’t miss out on the live-action film adaptation of Teasing Master Takagi-san! Mark your calendars for May 31, 2024, and get ready to enjoy this romantic comedy adventure on the big screen. 🎬😍

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/7/teasing-master-takagi-san-live-action-movie-releases-full-trailer-featuring-theme-song-by-aimer

THE NEW GATE Anime Reveals Premiere Date, New Visual and Cast

Are you ready to enter THE NEW GATE? The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Shinogi Kazanami’s light novels is set to premiere on April 13 at 25:30 JST (effectively April 14 at 1:30) in Japan. Along with the announcement, a new key visual and casting information for two main characters were revealed.

The anime is directed by Tamaki Nakatsu, known for his work on The Irregular at Magic High School, and produced by studios CLOUDHEARTS and Yokohama Animation Lab. The series composition is handled by Hiroki Uchida, with character designs by Itsuki Takemoto and music composed by Yuya Mori, Tatsuhiko Saiki, Misaki Tsuchida, and Tsugumi Tanaka.

One Peace Books, which publishes Yoshiyuki Miwa’s manga adaptation, describes the story of THE NEW GATE: “An online game transformed into a life-and-death struggle for its players. Thanks to the valiant efforts of Shin, the most powerful of them all, an end to the game and freedom for everyone seemed within reach. But just moments after Shin defeats the game’s final boss, he finds himself bathed in an unknown light and transported some 500 years into the future of the in-game world. Thrown from a simple game gone wrong into a strange new land, one young swordsman of unrivalled strength is about to embark on a legendary journey!”

The casting announcement reveals Lynn (Miorine in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury) as Rionne Sytrail Bayrelict and Yuki Hoshi as Kagerou. They join the already announced main cast members Kensho Ono, Asami Seto, and Kaede Hondo.

Don’t miss out on this exciting new anime adaptation of THE NEW GATE! Mark your calendars for April 13 at 25:30 JST (effectively April 14 at 1:30) to enter the game and embark on a legendary journey with Shin.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/the-new-gate-anime-key-visual-lynn-yuki-hoshi-cast

Quality Assurance in Another World Anime Gets a Piece of the Action in New Visual

🎉 Exciting news for fans of Quality Assurance in Another World! The official website and social media accounts have just revealed a brand-new key visual featuring the main characters Haga, Nikola, Amano, and Akira among a crumbling world. 🌪️

The anime adaptation, based on the manga by Masamichi Sato, is directed by Kei Umabiki (Ayakashi Triangle assistant director) at 100studio and Studio Palette, with series composition by Shogo Yasukawa (The Executioner and Her Way of Life) and character designs by Shigeo Akahori (Record of Ragnarok sub character designer).

Set in the remote island of Clayborne, where five small countries are constantly at odds with each other, the story follows Nikola, a girl who lives a peaceful life in the smallest and most peaceful country, Kingdom of Bayle. One day, she meets Haga, a member of the King’s Seekers, a top-secret investigation team, who reveals the true nature of her world. 🌱

Crunchyroll will be streaming the series as it airs in Japan, so mark your calendars for July 2024! 📺 Don’t miss out on this exciting new anime and its intriguing storyline. Stay tuned for more updates and let the countdown begin! ⏰ #QualityAssuranceInAnotherWorld #KonoFuka #AnimeAdaptation

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/quality-assurance-in-another-world-anime-key-visual-july-2024

Kyoto Animation Produces Breathtaking Anime Commercial for Uji City

Title: Uji City and Kyoto Animation Unveil Historical Romance Tourism Campaign

Introduction:
Uji City, located in the heart of Japan, has a long history of romance and beauty, as immortalized in Murasaki Shikibu’s The Tale of Genji. To highlight this rich cultural heritage, Uji City has partnered with Kyoto Animation, one of Japan’s most renowned animation studios, to create a tourism campaign that brings the city’s storied past to life.

Background:
The campaign was first announced in October 2023 with a stunning visual poster. Yesterday, the commercial for the town was released, showcasing the historical context of the area through beautiful animation. The short 30-second version of the video is available above, while a longer six-minute version will be available at select locations in Uji City from March 9.

Creative Team:
The commercial was directed by Takuya Yamamura, who also directed the critically acclaimed anime series Tsurune. Kengo Narimatsu, key animator on Sound! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest Arc, provided character designs and animation direction. Aiyumei Yoshida, key animator on Sound! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest Arc, storyboarded and unit-directed the short. Azusa Tadokoro, known for her role as Azusa Sasaki in Sound! Euphonium, provided the voice work for the commercial.

Key Points:

* Uji City and Kyoto Animation have partnered to create a tourism campaign that highlights the city’s romantic history
* The campaign features beautiful animation showcasing the historical context of the area
* A short 30-second version of the video is available online, while a longer six-minute version will be available at select locations in Uji City from March 9
* The commercial was directed by Takuya Yamamura and features character designs and animation direction by Kengo Narimatsu and Aiyumei Yoshida
* Azusa Tadokoro provided the voice work for the commercial.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/kyoto-animation-uji-city-anime-short

Fujimi Lovers Live-Action Film Posts Full Trailer for May 2024 Release

Title: Fujimi Lovers Live-Action Film Adaptation Drops Trailer and Release Date!

Hello, fellow manga and anime fans! Get ready to experience the magical and romantic world of Yuna Takagi’s Fujimi Lovers in a whole new way! The official website for the live-action film adaptation has just released a full trailer, and we couldn’t be more excited!

Based on Takagi’s popular manga series, which ran from 2013 to 2014 in Kodansha’s Bessatsu Shonen Magazine, the film follows the story of Rino Hasebe, a young woman who is determined to win the heart of her beloved Jun Kono. However, things take an unexpected turn when Jun suddenly disappears each time Rino confesses her love to him. Will their undying love lead to a miraculous ending? We can’t wait to find out!

Directed by Daigo Matsui, who has worked on the film adaptation for ten years after falling in love with the original story, Fujimi Lovers promises to be an unforgettable experience. With Ai Mikami playing the lead role of Rino Hasebe and Kanta Sato as her love interest Jun Kono, the cast is sure to deliver a breathtaking performance.

But that’s not all! The film will also feature a beautiful soundtrack by Wataru Sawabe’s solo project Skirt, with the theme song “Kimi wa Zutto Shiranai” (You will never know). And as an added bonus, Takagi herself has shared her gratitude towards Hajime Isayama, the creator of Attack on Titan, who drew the wrap-around band for her first serialization series and even let her draw the end cards for the Anime!

So mark your calendars for May 10, 2024, when Fujimi Lovers will be released in Japan. Don’t miss out on this romantic and magical adventure that is sure to capture your heart! #FujimiLovers #YunaTakagi #LiveActionFilm #RomanceManga #Anime #JapaneseCinema

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/fujimi-lovers-live-action-film-full-trailer-may-2024-release

Dragon Ball Creator Akira Toriyama Passes Away at Age 68

Today, the manga community lost a legendary creator with the passing of Akira Toriyama. Born in Nagoya, Japan in 1955, Toriyama was best known for his iconic series Dragon Ball, which was first published in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1984 and ran for over a decade. He also created the popular series Dr. Slump and provided character design and art for other notable franchises such as Dragon Quest, Chrono Trigger, Blue Dragon, and more.

Toriyama’s passing was announced by his Bird Studio on March 8th, with a statement expressing gratitude for the support of fans around the world during his lifetime. According to the statement, Toriyama passed away on March 1st due to acute subdural hematoma, at the age of 68. A private funeral was held with his close family, and a commemorative gathering for fans is yet to be confirmed.

Industry creators such as One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda, Dragon Quest game designer Yuji Hori, Video Girl Ai creator Masakazu Katsura, and Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto shared their tributes to Toriyama on Shonen Jump’s website, reflecting on the impact his works had on their childhood and beyond.

Toriyama’s legacy extends far beyond his individual works. His contributions to the world of manga and anime have helped shape generations of fans and creators alike. For many, Dragon Ball was their first entry into the world of anime and manga, inspiring a lifelong passion for the medium. Toriyama’s imaginative worlds continue to inspire many more for generations to come.

Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama. Thank you for sharing your creativity and imagination with us. Your legacy will live on through the countless fans and creators whose lives you have touched.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/dragon-ball-creator-akira-toriyama-passes-away-age-68

Original Anime Astro Note Reveals Premiere Date, Main Visual and Trailer

Title: Get Ready for the Tasty Adventure of Astro Note! New Trailer and Premiere Date Unveiled

Hey anime fans, get ready to indulge in a delicious adventure with the brand-new trailer release for Astro Note! The original anime series promises to be a mouthwatering treat, with food, life, and love at its center. The trailer offers a glimpse into the story of Takumi, a talented chef who finds himself working at an old boarding house called Astro-sou, where he meets the charming caretaker Mira and their connection deepens. But little does Takumi know that Mira has a secret – she’s not from this world!

The trailer showcases the beautiful animation and the lively soundtrack, which perfectly captures the anime’s theme of food, life, and love. The ending theme song “Kokoro no Kagi” performed by Maaya Uchida (as Mira) and Soma Saito (as Takumi) is also previewed, and it’s sure to be a treat for fans’ ears.

Astro Note premieres on April 5 at 22:30 JST in Japan, and Crunchyroll will stream the anime as it airs in Japan. The main visual was also revealed, giving fans a glimpse into the cozy atmosphere of Astro-sou. With original character designs by Eisaku Kubonochi (Carole & Tuesday) and direction by Shinji Takamatsu (Gintama) and Haruki Kasugamori (Dragon Goes House-Hunting) at studio Telecom Animation Film, this anime is sure to be a tasty treat for fans of all ages.

Don’t miss out on the adventure of Astro Note! Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to indulge in the delicious world of food, life, and love.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/astro-note-anime-april-5-release-date-main-trailer-visual-theme-songs