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The Apothecary Diaries Receives Massive Live-Action Series Adaptation for 2028! Mana Ashida Cast as Maomao
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (952+ words) The mystery-solving sensation is evolving into real life! It has been officially announced that Natsu Hyuga’s hit novel series "The Apothecary Diaries" (published by Hero Bunko / Imagica Infos) will be adapted into a live-action drama. The series is set to…...
Beyond the Rear Palace: Maomao and Jinshi Face Unprecedented Mysteries in The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 and Upcoming Film
3+ week, 3+ day ago (1206+ words) On Saturday, August 15, the first-ever standalone event for the series, "The Apothecary Diaries ~Summer Garden Party 2026~," took place in Japan. In front of a packed crowd of 4,000 passionate fans, the curtains were pulled back on the highly anticipated Season 3 and…...
Outnumbered 3 to 1: Jaadugar Episode 9 Preview Teases Tolui’s Masterclass Strategy
2+ week, 4+ day ago (245+ words) Preview stills, a plot summary, and a web teaser are now live for Episode 9 ("Tengri") of the anime adaptation "Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia." The new release offers a sneak peek into the next leg of the story as the…...
PHOTOS: Hololive Production ART JAM Fair Launches at Animate Ikebukuro Main Store
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (232+ words) Even though the summer heat is still hanging on, art season has arrived a little early! Animate stores are now carrying original illustrations and self-portrait merch drawn by the talents themselves, all built around an "art" theme for Hololive Production....
"The Making of Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia" Released! From Mongolia Location Scouting to Unique Visual Choices
1+ week, 6+ day ago (342+ words) The sweeping historical epic "Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia" is currently captivating audiences across the globe. Since its premiere on Crunchyroll on July 4, 2026, fans have been mesmerized by its scale. To give us a deeper look at the artistry behind…...
New SAKAMOTO DAYS Season 2 PV Showcases Incoming Roster's Insane Battle Techniques!
2+ week, 5+ day ago (278+ words) Season 2 of "SAKAMOTO DAYS" is officially slated to hit screens in January 2027. Ahead of the action-packed premiere, a newly released character trailer showcases the lethal lineup of new recruits and their signature combat techniques. A new character PV has been…...
THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Special Promotional Video Unveiled! New Character Visuals Follow
2+ week, 3+ day ago (696+ words) The anime "THE GHOST IN THE SHELL," which has been captivating audiences since its premiere on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, has just dropped a major update. The series has officially released the image song "po-ai feat. Mirai Moriyama," a collaboration between music…...
Sumo: Kotoeiho eyes promotion to elite rank with strong Autumn meet
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (23+ words) english.kyodonews.net Sumo: Kotoeiho eyes promotion to elite rank with strong Autumn meet...
THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Episode 9: Kusanagi Fights Against Murder Accusation
1+ week, 2+ day ago (410+ words) "THE GHOST IN THE SHELL" (10 episodes total) is currently airing every Tuesday at 11:00 PM JST, with online streaming available on Amazon Prime. As we head into the climax, the synopsis and preview stills for Episode 09, "BRAIN DRAIN ii," have been…...
THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Reveals Must-See Episode 9 "BRAIN DRAIN ii" End Card
6+ day, 8+ hour ago (19+ words) SHELL Reveals Must-See Episode 9 "BRAIN DRAIN ii" End Card Japan Wire by Kyodo News...