Whisper Me a Love Song Anime Sets the Stage for April 13 Premiere with New Visual

🎶 Get ready to fall in love with the upcoming girls’ love music anime, Whisper Me a Love Song! 🎤 The Japanese air date has been officially set for April 13 at 25:30 JST (effectively April 14 at 1:30). Along with the exciting news, a second key visual and the opening and ending themes have been revealed! 🎧

🎬 The production staff has undergone some changes, with Akira Mano taking over as director due to health reasons. Yokohama Animation Lab is now co-producing with CLOUDHEARTS. Hiroki Uchida serves as series composer, while Minami Yoshida is the character designer and Hiroshi Sasaki and Wataru Maeguchi are the music composers. 🎨

🤝 The cast is filled with talented voices, including Hana Shimano in her first main role as Himari Kino. Asami Seto (Mai Sakurajime in Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai) will be the target of Himari’s puppy-like affections as Yori Asanagi. The supporting cast includes Yuna Nemoto, Konomi Kohara, Ai Kakuma, Mikako Komatsu, Reina Ueda, Chika Anzai and Aoi Koga. 🎭

Don’t miss out on the sweet and heartwarming adventures of Whisper Me a Love Song! 💕 Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy the opening and ending themes when the anime premieres soon! 🎉

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/whisper-me-a-love-song-anime-release-date-key-visual-theme-songs

Vampire Dormitory Anime Reveals Premiere Date, Main Visual

Title: Vampire Dormitory Anime Reveals Smooth Main Visual and April 7 Premiere Date in Japan

Hey anime fans, get ready to feast your eyes on the upcoming romance anime, Vampire Dormitory! The main visual for the series has been revealed, and it’s everything we hoped for and more. The anime is based on the popular manga by Ema Toyama and will premiere on April 7 at 23:30 JST in Japan.

The main visual features the show’s protagonist, Mito, who is a crossdressing girl living on the streets, and her vampire savior, Ruka. The image captures their unique dynamic and sets the tone for what promises to be an exciting and dangerous romance.

According to Kodansha USA, which publishes the manga’s official English version, the story follows Mito, who has no family to rely on, living on the streets disguised as a boy. Ruka, a vampire, saves her from a perilous situation and makes her an offer: become his subservient thrall from which he can feed whenever he wants, and she can live with him—in the boys’ dorm. However, Mito’s very existence depends on her secret not being found out, making every day a new danger—to say nothing of that vampire!

Meanwhile, Ruka, not knowing Mito’s a girl, dotes on her night and day in an attempt to ripen her “disgusting male blood,” but when real feelings develop… this dangerous romance between a crossdressing girl and an obsessive vampire begins!

With a talented team behind it, including director Nobuyoshi Nagayama (LOVE FLOPS) at Studio Blanc, scripts by Toko Machida (Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan), and character designs by Naomi Tsuruta, Vampire Dormitory is shaping up to be a must-watch anime this spring. So mark your calendars for April 7 and get ready to indulge in this delicious romance!

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/vampire-dormitory-anime-release-date-main-visual

The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 Anime Premieres April 5

🚨 The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 Premiere Date Announced! 🎉

Get ready, fans! The third season of the popular anime “The Irregular at Magic High School” is set to premiere on April 5th, 2024 in Japan! 🇯🇵 The advance screening will take place on March 31st at Shinjuku Wald 9, where voice actors Yuichi Nakamura and Saori Hayami will be in attendance alongside new director Jimmy Stone. 🎬

The anime is based on the light novel series by Tsutomu Sato and takes place in a world where magic exists but is cast through devices infused with Psions (a substance-less thought particle). The third season will cover three arcs from the light novel series: Double Seven, Steeplechase, and Ancient City Insurrection. 🔥

Don’t miss out on this highly anticipated sequel! Catch up with Seasons 1 and 2 on Crunchyroll, or check out the new trailer below for a sneak peek of what’s to come: 🎯 #TheIrregularAtMagicHighSchool #Season3 #Anime #Magic #HighSchool

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/the-irregular-at-magic-high-school-season-3-release-date-april-5-2024

Shumatsu Train Doko e Iku? Anime Begins a Journey in New Trailer

Title: 🚂 New Trailer Released for “Shumatsu Train Doko e Iku?”, the Latest Anime Adventure Series! 🚂

Are you ready to embark on an adventure of a lifetime? 😃 A new trailer has been released for “Shumatsu Train Doko e Iku?”, an upcoming original TV anime that promises to be an exciting ride! 🚂

The series follows the story of Shizuru Chikura and her companions, who commandeer an abandoned train in search of Shizuru’s best friend, who has mysteriously disappeared. Along the way, they encounter strange events and meet intriguing characters that will keep you on the edge of your seat! 😱

Directed by Tsutomu Mizushima (GIRLS und PANZER, The Magnificent KOTOBUKI) and featuring series composition by Michiko Yokote (Heaven’s Design Team), this anime is sure to be a thrilling ride! 🎢 With original character designs by namo, character designs and chief animation direction by Asako Nishida, and music by Miho Tsujibayashi, you can bet that the visuals and soundtrack will be nothing short of amazing! 🎨🎵

Don’t miss out on this unique and captivating anime adventure series! “Shumatsu Train Doko e Iku?” is set to broadcast in Japan beginning on April 1, 2024. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to embark on this strange and wonderful journey! 🚂🎉

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/shumatsu-train-doko-e-iku-anime-begins-a-journey-in-new-trailer

Seiyu Radio no Ura Omote Anime Unveils New Trailer and Cast Members

Seiyu Radio no Ura Omote, the upcoming TV anime based on the light novel series, has revealed two new cast members and a key visual. The series is set to broadcast in Japan starting April 10, 2024.

The two new cast members are:

* Otome Sakuranamiki, voiced by Ikumi Hasegawa (Übel in Freiren: Beyond Journey’s End)
* Mikuru Yubisaki, voiced by Nao Toyama (Rin Shima in Laid-Back Camp)

The original Seiyu Radio no Ura Omote light novels are written by Ko Nigatsu, illustrated by Saba Mizore, and published in Japan by ASCII Media Works under their Dengeki Bunko imprint. The TV anime adaptation is directed by Hideki Tachibana at animation studio CONNECT, with Keiichiro Ochi providing the character designs and serving as chief animation director. The music is composed by Keichi Hirokawa and Kuniyuki Takahashi of MONACA.

The story of Seiyu Radio no Ura Omote follows two young voice actresses who are also classmates in high school. Yumiko Sato, working under the stage name Yasumi Utatane, is chosen to be a personality for a radio show. Her partner is Yuhi Yugure, who is also her classmate Chika Watanabe. The two have incompatible personalities and clash whenever they open their mouths, but as they work together in radio, anime, and events, they become intensely aware of each other as rivals.

The key visual for the series features the two main characters, Yumiko and Yuhi, with their contrasting personalities evident in their facial expressions and poses. The image captures the playful and lighthearted tone of the series, while also hinting at the rivalry and tension that will drive the story forward.

With the new cast members and key visual revealed, Seiyu Radio no Ura Omote is shaping up to be an exciting and entertaining anime series for fans of voice acting and competitive relationships.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/seiyu-radio-no-ura-omote-unveils-new-trailer-and-cast-members

New Tokyo Xanadu Project in Development

Title: Falcom Announces Tokyo Xanadu New Project, a Next-Generation Sequel to the Classic Action-RPG

Falcom, the renowned developer of the acclaimed Tokyo Xanadu series, has announced a new project to celebrate the franchise’s 10th anniversary. Tentatively titled Tokyo Xanadu New Project, the game promises to offer a fresh take on the original formula with brand new mechanics and systems built from the ground up.

While no release window or game platform has been revealed, Falcom has confirmed that the game will share the same world as its predecessor but will take place in Kyoto instead. The teaser trailer released by Falcom offers a glimpse into the game’s protagonist, a young boy wielding dual swords, and features a cryptic message at the end referencing an important character from the original game, Rem.

Tokyo Xanadu was first released in Japan in 2015 for PC and PS4, followed by a worldwide release in 2017. A Switch version of the game launched in June 2023 for Japan and will be coming worldwide in June 2024. With the announcement of Tokyo Xanadu New Project, fans of the series are eagerly awaiting more details on this next-generation sequel.

Stay tuned for updates from Falcom as they release more information about this exciting new project!

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/8/new-tokyo-xanadu-game-announcement

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc TV Anime Reveals May Premiere in New Trailer

🚨Breaking News!🚨 The highly anticipated “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Hashira Training Arc” TV anime is set to premiere on May 12, 2024 in Japan! 🎉

To celebrate the upcoming season, a special live stream was held following the “Demon Slayer Matsuri Day 1.” The event revealed that the Hashira Training Arc will premiere on May 12, and a new trailer featuring the opening theme song “夢幻” by MY FIRST STORY×HYDE was released! 🎵

Directed by Haruo Sotozaki and produced by ufotable, the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime series continues to impress with its stunning animation and captivating storytelling. Akira Matsushima serves as Chief Animation Director and Character Designer, while Yuki Kajiura and Go Shiina provide the music. 🎭

Crunchyroll streams the previous arcs of the series, and here’s a brief summary of what to expect:
In the Taisho Period of Japan, Tanjiro, a kindhearted boy who sells charcoal for a living, finds his family slaughtered by a demon. His younger sister Nezuko, the sole survivor, has been transformed into a demon herself. Determined to turn his sister back into a human and kill the demon that massacred his family, Tanjiro sets out on a journey to become a “demon slayer.” 🔥

Don’t miss out on the excitement! Tune in to the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Hashira Training Arc TV anime premiere on May 12, 2024 in Japan! 📺 #DemonSlayer #KimetsuNoYaiba #HashiraTrainingArc #Anime

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/9/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-hashira-training-arc-tv-anime-may-2024

Brave Bang Bravern! Anime Shares Parting Thoughts from Its Fallen Enemies

🚨 Warning: This blog post contains spoilers for Brave Bang Bravern! episode 9 and the “Memories of Deathdrives” video series. Please proceed with caution if you haven’t caught up with the latest episode or don’t want to be spoiled. 🚨

Are you ready to dive into the world of Brave Bang Bravern! once again? The Cygames YouTube channel has just released a new series of videos titled “Memories of Deathdrives,” where each mecha anime character gets to share their final moments and other memorable moments from across the series.

First up is Cunus, the passionate Deathdrive voiced by Atsuko Tanaka. In the video, Cunus shares some personal parting words before reflecting on his time in the series. Next is Vanitas, voiced by Hikaru Midorikawa, who offers some opinions on Burn Bravern and shares some personal thoughts.

The “Memories of Deathdrives” video series kicked off with Cupiditas, voiced by Tetsu Inada. Each video features a different Deathdrive sharing their final moments and other memorable moments from the series.

Brave Bang Bravern! is directed by Masami Obari (Gundam Build Divers action director) and animated by CygamesPictures (Princess Connect! Re:Dive). New episodes stream every week on Crunchyroll, so be sure to catch up on the latest adventures of these mecha anime characters. 🚀

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/9/bang-brave-bang-bravern-anime-shares-parting-thoughts-from-its-fallen-enemies

Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron Wins Best Animation of the Year at 47th Japan Academy Film Prize Awards

The 47th Japan Academy Film Prize ceremony was held at the Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa in Tokyo on March 8, where The Boy and the Heron, Hayao Miyazaki’s first feature film in ten years, won the Best Animation of the Year award. In addition to this prestigious honor, BLUE GIANT, an anime film adaptation of Shinichi Ishizuka’s jazz-themed manga, won the Outstanding Achievement in Music award for its soundtrack produced by Grammy Award-winning jazz pianist Hiromi Uehara. Godzilla Minus One, the 30th Japanese Godzilla film produced by Toho, also received several awards, including Picture of the Year, Screenplay of the Year, and Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role. The full list of winners can be found on the Japan Academy Film Prize official website. Congratulations to all the deserving recipients!

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/9/hayao-miyazaki-the-boy-and-the-heron-best-animation-of-the-year-47th-japan-academy-film-prize-awards

Mission: Yozakura Family Anime Reveals New Trailer and Opening Theme Song

Mission: Yozakura Family, the upcoming TV anime based on the popular shonen manga series, has just revealed the opening theme song performers and a new trailer. The talented pop duo Ikimono-gakari will be performing the opening theme song “Unmei-chan” (Destiny-chan), which is sure to get fans excited for the show’s premiere on April 7, 2024 in Japan.

The anime adaptation is being directed by Mirai Minato at animation studio SILVER LINK., with character designs and chief animation direction by Mizuki Takahashi and music composition by Koji Fujimoto and Osamu Sasaki of Sus4 Inc. The show promises to bring the action-packed and humor-filled world of the manga to life, with a talented team behind the scenes to make it a success.

For those who may be new to the series, Mission: Yozakura Family follows the story of a high school student named Takeru Yozakura, who becomes involved in a spy organization and must use his skills and wit to take down dangerous enemies while also navigating the challenges of high school life. With its blend of humor, action, and adventure, Mission: Yozakura Family is sure to be a hit with fans of all ages.

In addition to the opening theme song reveal and new trailer, the show has also revealed its key visual, which gives a glimpse into the world of the anime. With just a few weeks until its premiere, excitement for Mission: Yozakura Family is building, and fans can’t wait to see what this talented team brings to the table.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/10/mission-yozakura-family-anime-reveals-new-trailer-and-opening-theme-song