One Piece ends its 2026 run with episode 1180 and returns in 2027
The return is confirmed without an exact date, following the two-cour schedule adopted to limit the anime's annual output.
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After War Gundam X gets new artwork and returns to theaters for its 30th anniversary
The visual brings together Garrod, Tiffa and Gundam DX, while a four-episode program runs at five Japanese theaters through October 1.
Phantom Busters TV anime is set for 2027
Neoshoco’s supernatural manga is getting an adaptation, but its studio, cast, release month and distribution have not been announced.
Crunchyroll confirms more than 30 anime for Fall 2026
Black Clover, The Apothecary Diaries, Aoashi, and Magic Knight Rayearth lead the returning titles, while Firefly Wedding and Overgeared headline the premieres.
Shangri-La Frontier Season 3 premieres January 10
The new season will run for two consecutive cours and shift the action to the Galaxia Heroes: Chaos tournament, airing Sundays in Japan.
Bleach delays episodes 49 and 50 to October ahead of finale
Episode 49 will air October 19 and episode 50 on October 26 in Japan, while a selection of earlier installments fills the gap.
Romelia War Chronicle starts Japanese streaming on October 3
The adaptation will run for two consecutive cours, reach Japanese television on October 5, and has introduced its theme songs in a new trailer.
MARRIAGETOXIN reveals new Season 2 main visual
The Bones Film production returns in January 2027, but its exact premiere date, episode count, and international platform remain unconfirmed.
New KochiKame anime premieres in 2027 with a new main cast
The Gallop production will air on Fuji TV and unspecified platforms; a trailer introduces the new voices of Ryotsu, Nakagawa, Reiko, and Ohara.
Akira reaches North American IMAX theaters after its 4K return in Brazil
Katsuhiro Otomo's classic began a new run in the United States and Canada days after the restoration opened in Brazilian theaters.
Sekiro anime opens in Japan with hand-drawn 2D animation and limited run
Sekiro: No Defeat begins a three-week Japanese theatrical run while its international distribution date remains unconfirmed.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Explainer and Franchise Overview
A complete guide to Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, its adapted story arcs, premiere dates, and Toei Animation's latest licensing statements.
The MAPPA Case Study: Mass Production Models and Challenges in the Anime Industry
An in-depth analysis of how Studio MAPPA restructured the Japanese animation business model, balancing large-scale projects with operational and human costs.
The Lasting Impact of Hayao Miyazaki and the Future of Studio Ghibli After The Boy and the Heron
Discover how Studio Ghibli's Oscar-winning masterpiece redefines Hayao Miyazaki's legacy and points the way for a new generation of animators in Japan.
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend Reveals Series Finale Trailer
The film opens in Japan on October 16 and turns years of continuity into a test for the theatrical format.