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New Frieren Desktop Cute Figure Dressed for Summer
Taito has released a new Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Desktop Cute figure in Japan, featuring the character in a summer dress. The figure, standing about five inches tall, is available as a prize in Japanese arcades and will be released worldwide, with a listing on the Crunchyroll store for $24.99, expected by July 31, 2026. This merchandise follows other recent tie-ins for the popular anime and manga series.
The Promised Neverland Special One-Shot Manga on the Way
A special one-shot manga for The Promised Neverland will be released in Weekly Shonen Jump in Summer 2026 to celebrate the series' tenth anniversary. The story appears to be set in 2050 and may focus on the character Ayshe. The manga previously ran from 2016 to 2020, with anime adaptations and a live-action film also produced.
Kagurabachi Anime Airs in 2027
An anime adaptation of Takeru Hokazono's manga series Kagurabachi is set to premiere worldwide in April 2027, with Cygames' Cypic studio handling production. The announcement includes a first trailer and the opening of an official website. Tetsuya Takeuchi will direct, and Keigo Sasaki will serve as character designer, with Taihi Kimura voicing the lead character Chihiro Rokuhira.
Statues: Junji Ito Story Collection Is as Unsettling as You’d Expect
Statues: Junji Ito Story Collection is a compilation of 10 unsettling horror manga stories by Junji Ito, published by Viz Media. The collection features a range of tales, from general unease to graphic body horror, with stories originally published in the early 1990s. While some tales are more odd than terrifying, the overall quality showcases Ito's mastery of the genre.
IGN Live 2026 Partner Lineup to Include The Legend of Vox Machina and More
IGN Live 2026 has revealed its partner lineup for the June event, featuring titles such as The Legend of Vox Machina Season 4, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and PowerWash Simulator 2. The convention will also showcase new trailers and demos for games like ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies and Deep Dish Dungeon, with the latter launching day one on Xbox Game Pass. The event will take place from June 6 to June 7 in Los Angeles.
Super Mario-kun manga may finally be ending after more then 30 years
The long-running Super Mario-kun manga, which began in 1990, is reportedly entering its final arc and may be nearing its conclusion after over 30 years. Viz Media previously released a compilation for English-speaking fans titled Super Mario Manga Mania.
Hit anime show Bleach kicks off its final season with a surprise theatrical release
The final season of the anime Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War will have a surprise theatrical release in US cinemas from June 25 to 29, screening the first three episodes of 'The Calamity' arc. This event, organized by Fathom Entertainment and featuring content from VIZ Media, will allow audiences to experience the season premiere before its official debut in July.
Chopper Is Among the 4 New Lego One Piece Sets
Lego has announced four new sets based on the live-action One Piece adaptation, including one featuring Tony Tony Chopper. These sets, along with a previously revealed Gum Gum Fruit set, are available for pre-order and will ship on August 1, 2026. The new merchandise coincides with the upcoming Netflix special and the ongoing development of the live-action show's third season.
Lego One Piece Special Heading to Netflix
Netflix announced a two-part Lego One Piece special with an original story, set to debut on September 29, 2026. The special will feature an anime aesthetic inspired by Lego sets and will star Usopp, with Jacob Romero reprising his role from the live-action adaptation. Several Lego sets based on the One Piece series are already available, with more planned, including a Gum-Gum Fruit replica.
More Steel Ball Run JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Anime Episodes Air in Fall
Netflix has announced that the anime adaptation of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run will continue with its second stage in Fall 2026, releasing episodes weekly. The first episode, covering the initial part of the Steel Ball Run race, was released on March 19, 2026. The adaptation will utilize a split-cour format, with the exact number of episodes per part not yet specified.
FFXIV CERO Age Rating Goes up in Japan
Shueisha has confirmed that fraudulent votes were cast in the 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll "World Top 100" and has removed these ballots. The company stated that further measures may be implemented to prevent future occurrences. The poll remains open until June 11, 2026, with results to be revealed during One Piece Day '26 events in August.
Fradulent Votes Removed From World Top 100 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll
Shueisha has announced the removal of fraudulent votes from the 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll "World Top 100." The Weekly Shonen Jump Editorial Department confirmed that illegal ballots were identified and removed as of March 25, 2026, with potential further measures to prevent future occurrences. Voting remains open until June 11, 2026, with results to be revealed during One Piece Day '26 in August.
Chainsaw Man Manga Ended With Chapter 232 and Familiar Characters
The Chainsaw Man manga has concluded with chapter 232, marking the end of the Academy Saga storyline. The final installment features the return of several familiar characters and is available to read online in multiple languages. While the manga has ended, the anime adaptation by Mappa is confirmed to be continuing with the Assassins Arc.
Black Torch Anime Adaptation Streams on Crunchyroll in July
Crunchyroll and Shueisha announced that the anime adaptation of the manga Black Torch will stream on Sony's service in July 2026. The series follows a high schooler who fuses with a mononoke and joins an espionage bureau to hunt hostile spirits. The anime is produced by 100studio and will be a simulcast available globally except in Asia.
3 Kinds of One Piece Live-Action Chopper Figures on the Way
Bandai Namco and Hot Toys are releasing three new figures of Tony Tony Chopper from the live-action One Piece series and its spin-off comic. The figures vary in size and price, with releases scheduled worldwide in late 2026. The One Piece live-action adaptation is available on Netflix, with a third season confirmed.
Out of nowhere, the Chainsaw Man manga is ending – and its final chapter is publishing in less than two weeks
The Chainsaw Man manga is officially ending, with its final chapter scheduled to publish on March 25. Viz Media confirmed the news following a tweet from creator Tatsuki Fujimoto. The series has also spawned a popular anime adaptation and a feature film.
Chainsaw Man Manga Part 2 Ending in March 2026
The second part of the Chainsaw Man manga, known as the Academy Saga, is set to conclude on March 24, 2026. This announcement follows chapter 231 and indicates that this specific storyline will end, not the entire series. The manga is available on platforms like MangaPlus and Viz Media.
Rumiko Takahashi’s Mao Anime Starts in April
The anime adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi's manga series Mao is set to premiere in Japan on April 4, 2026, airing in two consecutive cours. A new trailer showcases characters and confirms the opening and ending theme songs. Viz Media handles the manga's worldwide release.
