Blue Archive The Animation Premieres on April 7

📰 BREAKING NEWS! 📺 Blue Archive The Animation, the highly anticipated TV anime based on the popular smartphone game by Nexon Games, has finally revealed its Japanese broadcast schedule! 🎉

Mark your calendars for April 7th, 2024, as the series will make its debut on TV Tokyo, TV Osaka, TV Aichi, TV Setouchi, TV Hokkaido, and TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting at 23:45 JST. Don’t miss out on the exciting adventures of the Blue Archive students! 😍

But that’s not all! The series will also be available on BS11 and other streaming platforms, so you can catch up on your favorite moments later on. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting news from the world of Blue Archive! 🔥 #BlueArchiveTVAnime #DebutDate #JapaneseBroadcastSchedule

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/blue-archive-the-animation-premieres-on-april-7

The Brilliant Healer’s New Life in the Shadows Fantasy Light Novel to Get TV Anime

Title: The Brilliant Healer’s New Life in the Shadows Anime Adaptation Announced!

Exciting news for fans of Sakaku Hishikawa’s light novel series “The Brilliant Healer’s New Life in the Shadows”! An anime adaptation is officially in the works, and an announcement PV has been released on Shochiku’s official anime YouTube channel.

The novel, which was first published on the Japanese novel self-publishing website Shousetsuka ni Narou in November 2020, has been gaining popularity since its print edition was released from SB Creative’s GA Novel imprint in October 2021. The series has now printed over 200,000 copies and an English edition has been licensed by J-Novel Club.

The story follows Zenos, a healer who was born in the slums and has struggled to make a name for himself in a world that seems determined to hold him back. Despite his talents, he’s been treated poorly by his teammates and eventually kicked out. Undeterred, Zenos decides to open an underground clinic where he can use his self-taught skills to help those in need. Word of his incredible abilities quickly spreads, even reaching the royal palace, and he becomes a sought-after healer in the city’s shadowy underbelly.

Sakaku Hishikawa, the author of the novel series, expressed his gratitude towards the fans and everyone involved in the project, saying that he never dreamed that his story would become an anime. He also shared celebratory illustrations from the novel’s illustrator Daburyu and the manga’s illustrator Ten Junoichi on Twitter.

The anime adaptation is sure to bring Zenos’ incredible journey to life in a whole new way, and fans of the series are eagerly anticipating its release. Stay tuned for more updates on the anime’s progress and release date!

Sources: Shochiku anime YouTube channel, GA Bunko Twitter, Sakaku Hishikawa Twitter

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/the-brilliant-healer-s-new-life-in-the-shadows-fantasy-light-novel-to-get-tv-anime

Thai-Born Anisong Singer MindaRyn to Release 2nd Album “Across Miles” in August

MindaRyn, the Thai-born anisong singer, is set to release her second full album “Across Miles” on August 21, 2024. The album will feature five of her recent anime song works, including the TV anime series “By the Grace of the Gods” and “Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion” openings and endings, as well as her latest singles “Way to go,” “SURVIVE,” “Fireworks,” “Shiny Girl,” and “HIBANA.”

The theme of the album is “Across Miles,” reflecting MindaRyn’s journey as a singer who has traveled far and wide to share her music with fans around the world. The limited edition CD jacket features an illustration of MindaRyn walking across a bridge, symbolizing the connection between people and miles apart.

MindaRyn is known for being trilingual, fluent in Japanese and English as well as her native language Thai, which has helped her to gain a large following in Japan and other countries. She made her major debut from Lantis in November 2020 with her first single “BLUE ROSE knows,” and has since released nine CD singles and eight digital singles.

The album release is highly anticipated by fans, who have been eagerly awaiting new music from MindaRyn since the release of her first album “My Journey” in December 2022. The album will be available for purchase on August 21, 2024, and fans can look forward to the music videos of the five anime song works, which have already been released as singles.

In conclusion, MindaRyn’s second full album “Across Miles” promises to be a exciting addition to her discography, showcasing her talents as an anisong singer and her ability to connect with fans from all over the world.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/thai-born-anisong-singer-mindaryn-to-release-2nd-album-across-miles-in-august

Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron Wins Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film

Title: Hayao Miyazaki Wins Second Oscar for “The Boy and the Heron”

In a historic night at the 96th Academy Awards, renowned Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki won his second Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film for his latest masterpiece, “The Boy and the Heron.” This achievement marks Miyazaki’s second Academy Award win in his illustrious career, following Spirited Away’s victory in 2003.

“The Boy and the Heron” has already received numerous accolades worldwide, including the Best Animation of the Year award at the 47th Japan Academy Film Prize Awards, Best Animated Film at the British Academy Film Awards, and the Golden Globe for Best Animated Film. The movie was released in Japanese theaters on July 14, 2023, with international premieres at prominent film festivals such as the Toronto International Film Festival and the New York Film Festival.

Crunchyroll recently distributed the film in Australia and New Zealand, providing a captivating synopsis: “A young boy named Mahito yearns for his mother and embarks on a journey into a world shared by the living and the dead. There, death comes to an end, and life finds a new beginning. A semi-autobiographical fantasy about life, death, and creation, in tribute to friendship, from the mind of Hayao Miyazaki.”

This Oscar victory solidifies Miyazaki’s position as a cinematic icon, with his unique storytelling abilities and breathtaking animation continuing to captivate audiences worldwide. “The Boy and the Heron” is a testament to Miyazaki’s enduring creativity and artistic vision, cementing his place as one of the greatest filmmakers of our time.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/10/hayao-miyazaki-the-boy-and-the-heron-best-animated-feature-film-academy-award-oscar

GRANBLUE FANTASY Game Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary with Special Movie

Happy 10th anniversary to GRANBLUE FANTASY! On March 10, 2014, this Japanese role-playing video game developed by Cygames was first released, and since then it has captured the hearts of millions of players worldwide. To celebrate this milestone, the game’s official YouTube channel has published a special 2-minute video featuring the four voice actors who play the main characters in the game – Yuki Ono (Gran), Hisako Kanemoto (Djeeta), Nao Toyama (Lyria), and Rie Kugimiya (Vyrn) – singing a song that depicts the series’ trajectory to date.

For those who may be unfamiliar with GRANBLUE FANTASY, it is a world set in the skies where many islands drift, and the story follows a boy named Gran and his winged lizard companion Vyrn as they encounter a girl named Lyria who has escaped from the Erste Empire, a military government trying to rule over this world with brute force. Together, they head out into the vast skies in search of Estalucia, the Island of the Astrals, where Gran’s father is said to be waiting.

GRANBLUE FANTASY has also been adapted into a TV anime series, produced by A-1 Pictures and MAPPA, with 13 episodes airing in 2017 and an additional 12 episodes in 2020. Both seasons are available on Crunchyroll for fans to enjoy.

We hope you’ll join us in celebrating this special milestone for GRANBLUE FANTASY, and we look forward to many more adventures in the skies of this fantastical world! 🎉 #GRANBLUE #GRANBLUE10TH

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/granblue-fantasy-game-celebrates-its-10th-anniversary-with-special-movie

Godzilla Minus One Wins Oscar for Best Visual Effects

The 96th Academy Awards ceremony was filled with historic moments, including a big win for Japanese cinema. In a surprise upset, Godzilla Minus One directed by Takashi Yamazaki took home the award for Best Visual Effects, beating out stiff competition from some of the biggest names in Hollywood. This is the first Academy Award nomination and win for Godzilla, which falls in the 70th anniversary year of the original 1954 film directed by Ishiro Honda.

The excitement was palpable as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito took to the stage to announce the winner. The film’s team was visibly overjoyed as they accepted the award, with Yamazaki himself saying in his acceptance speech, “Thank you so much to the Academy for this incredible honor. This is a dream come true for us and we are truly humbled by this recognition.”

Godzilla Minus One tells the story of a new terror rising in postwar Japan – Godzilla himself. The film has been praised for its stunning visual effects, which were created by a team of talented artists and technicians. The movie follows the devastated people as they try to survive and fight back against the monstrous threat.

This win is a testament to the enduring power of Japanese cinema and the talent of its filmmakers. Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron won the Best Animated Feature Film award earlier in the night, further cementing Japan’s place in the world of cinema.

Congratulations to the team behind Godzilla Minus One on their well-deserved victory! #Oscars

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/godzilla-minus-one-wins-oscar-for-best-visual-effects

The Super Mario Bros Movie Sequel Leads Nintendo’s Mario Day 2024 Celebrations

March 10th may have come and gone, but the celebration of Mario Day continues! In a series of major announcements, Nintendo has revealed new details about upcoming Mario releases on the Switch.

First and foremost, fans of the iconic plumber were treated to the news that a sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie is currently in production with partner Illumination. Set to hit theaters on April 3rd, 2026 in the US and other selected territories, this highly anticipated follow-up promises to bring even more adventure and excitement to the Mario universe.

But that wasn’t all! In addition to the movie announcement, Nintendo also revealed release dates for two highly anticipated Mario games on the Switch: Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door is now slated for release on May 23rd, 2024, while Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD is now set to launch on June 27th.

And if all of that wasn’t enough, members of Nintendo Switch Online will soon have even more Mario games to enjoy, as Dr. Mario, Mario Golf and Mario Tennis make their debut on the service in just two days on March 12th.

It’s been a big year for Mario fans, and with these latest announcements, it’s clear that Nintendo is committed to delivering even more excitement and adventure to the beloved plumber’s universe. So grab your hat and red cap, because the fun is just getting started! #MarioDay #SuperMarioBros #NintendoSwitch

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/10/the-super-mario-bros-movie-sequel-confirmation-leads-off-this-year-s-mario-day-celebrations

Solo Leveling Anime Opening Theme Shines in New Lyric Video

Title: SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] & TOMORROW X TOGETHER Unveil Lyric Video for “LEveL” from Solo Leveling Anime

Hey anime fans, get ready to groove to the latest collaboration between composer Hiroyuki Sawano’s vocal project SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] and K-pop group TOMORROW X TOGETHER! The two have teamed up for the opening theme song of the anime series “Solo Leveling,” titled “LEveL.” To add to the excitement, a new lyric video has been released, which seamlessly integrates visuals from the anime with the song’s lyrics.

For those who may have missed it, here’s the main music video for “LEveL,” which has already racked up over 3.3 million views on YouTube in just a month’s time. The catchy tune is sure to get stuck in your head and have you singing along in no time!

If you’re not familiar with the anime series, “Solo Leveling” follows the story of Sung Jinwoo, who after being brutally slaughtered by monsters in a high-ranking dungeon, comes back with a mysterious program called the System that levels him up in every way. Determined to uncover the secrets behind his newfound powers and the dungeon that spawned them, Jinwoo embarks on an epic journey of self-discovery and adventure.

Crunchyroll is streaming “Solo Leveling” as it airs, so be sure to check it out if you haven’t already! And don’t forget to give the lyric video for “LEveL” a watch – it’s a must-see for any fan of anime music or K-pop.

So what are you waiting for? Get ready to binge-watch “Solo Leveling” and rock out to “LEveL” with SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] & TOMORROW X TOGETHER!

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/10/solo-leveling-anime-opening-theme-lyric-video

New Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Action-RPG Confirmed for Switch

Title: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Fulland of Water and Light Game Announced for Nintendo Switch in Japan

Introduction:
Bushiroad Games has announced the upcoming release of Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Fulland of Water and Light, an action-RPG game set in the popular Danmachi universe. While there is no confirmed release date yet, the game will be available on Nintendo Switch in Japan.

Original Story:
The game will feature an original story by Danmachi light novel author Fujino Omori. The story will continue to explore the trails and truths of heroes in the Dungeon, offering a new perspective on the beloved franchise.

Anime Availability:
Some episodes of the Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? anime are available on Crunchyroll, while the rest can be streamed on HIDIVE and distributed on home video by Sentai Filmworks. The anime follows the story of Bell Cranel, an adventurer who delves into the labyrinths beneath the city of Orario to find fame and fortune, but ends up rescuing (and meeting) girls along the way.

Goddesses’ Involvement:
The game will also feature the goddesses from the franchise, including Freya, Hephaistos, and Loki, each with their own powerful Familias. However, there is one goddess whose relationship with Bell is certain to spark trouble, as she is the only member of her goddess Hestia’s Familia and is not sure if she wants to share him with anyone.

Conclusion:
Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Fulland of Water and Light promises to offer a new and exciting experience for fans of the franchise, with an original story and gameplay mechanics that will continue to explore the world of Orario. While there is no confirmed release date yet, fans of the series can look forward to more details in the coming months.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/is-it-wrong-to-try-to-pick-up-girls-in-a-dungeon-action-rpg-switch

Mr. Villain’s Day Off TV Anime Casts Natsumi Fujiwara, Kaori Nazuka in Upcoming Episode

The upcoming episode of Mr. Villain’s Day Off promises to bring some new and exciting additions to the show. Firstly, the cherry blossom fairy girl voiced by Maaya Sakamoto will make another appearance in episode 11. This time, she will be seen with a new character, Natsumi Fujiwara (Damian Desmond in SPY x FAMILY), who will play a young boy fascinated by the fairy.

In addition to this new cast member, the episode will also introduce C018, a cat-shaped robot voiced by Kaori Nazuka (Nunnally in Code Geass). The robot, which has been deemed defective, will catch the attention of the General, who will grow attached to it.

Fans of the show can look forward to watching these new characters and more as they air on Crunchyroll. Mr. Villain’s Day Off is a comedy anime that follows the life of a villainous leader who tries to enjoy his free time despite his nefarious plans for world domination. With its lighthearted and comedic approach, the show has gained a following for its unique take on the typical villain character.

https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2024/3/11/mr-villain-s-day-off-tv-anime-casts-natsumi-fujiwara-kaori-nazuka-in-upcoming-episode