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Reni's Maid Show and Cosplay Cafe - NYC September 19th 2010
Date: Sunday September 5th 2010 [16:02] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
New York City based fans of maids, moe and cosplay will want to keep Sunday September 19th 2010 free for Reni's Maid Show and Cosplay Cafe. From 12 Midday to 3pm.
2nd Floor of Amber Asian Cuisine on 432 6th Avenue (9th & 10th Street) .
Please note that there's a $12 door charge, which does not include the cost of lunch.
Manga Impact Book Details
Date: Monday August 30th 2010 [11:16] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Press Releases
The good folks at Phaidon have sent us the details of their up coming book Manga Impact.
The book has 500 colour illustrations, 300 illustrated entries, and contributions from anime and manga experts such as Jonathan Clements and Tsugata Nobuyuki.
The book is due out November 2010.
Pre Order From Amazon.co.uk
Pre Order From Amazon.com
Vent, celebrating 10 years of UDON
Date: Tuesday July 6th 2010 [13:56] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Retail
The good folks at Udon Entertainment have sent us details of their 10 year anniversary art anthology - Vent. Due to hit the shelves on September 15th 2010 the art book premiers this summer at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con, along with an exclusive hardcover edition at the Udon booth.
Vent is available to pre-order from Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk. UK readers should note that Amazon.com currently have it cheaper than Amazon.co.uk even after taking shipping into account.
High School of the Dead hits North America
Date: Friday July 2nd 2010 [19:41] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > DVD
Want zombies with your anime? The good folks at Sentai Filmworks and Anime Network are willing to provide you with infected flesh eating monsters! Sentai Filmworks have the license for High School of the Dead. and will be releasing it subbed and dubbed throughout North America.
The Anime Network will also be showing the first and second episode from Monday July 5th to subscribers in North America.
Idle Idol - The Japanese Mascot
Date: Wednesday June 23rd 2010 [15:11] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Culture
Fans of Japanese street furniture, retail space and the quirky side of things will want to check out the new book called Idle Idol: The Japanese mascot. The authors have sent details about this book, which collates the plastic mascots found outside shops, restaurants and other places trying to draw the attentions of passers by.
Crunchyroll to stream Bleach an hour after Japanese Broadcast
Date: Wednesday June 16th 2010 [16:40] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
The good people of Crunchyroll have sent us details about their new Bleach Simulcasts. Starting today (Wednesday June 15th 2010), premium members will be able to watch Bleach one hour after it's been shown in Japan on TV TOKYO. Regular non-paying members of Crunchyroll will be able to watch it a week later.
Bleach will be available on Crunchyroll in following countries areas - United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.
Multi-National Manga Anti-Piracy Coalition Formed
Date: Tuesday June 8th 2010 [16:47] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Manga
Multi-National Manga Anti-Piracy Coalition Formed
We've received some very interesting details from VIZ Media about the formation of a Multi-National Manga Anti-Piracy Coalition.It seems that the industry has grown tired of Scanlations - manga scanned into a digital format and distributed without the copyright holders consent. The coalition include the 36 members of Japan's Digital Comic Association, Square Enix, VIZ Media, TOKYOPOP and Yen Press.
Originally scanlations were manga translated by fans into their native language from Japanese. This can be seen as the manga equivalent of anime fansubs. Some scanlation sites branched out to scans of manga that was already official translated and licensed outside of Japan.
This has cost the manga publishing industry significant amounts of money, not just in lost book sales, but lost opportunities in the relatively new market of eBooks and mobile devices.
The coalition intend to target scanlation sites and aggregators of scanlation sites. They've drawn up a list of 30 sites to targeted for action. First they will ask the sites to cease distributing scanlations. If the sites fail to cease distributing further action will be taken depending on the jurisdiction of each site. Actions include legal injunctions against the sites, reporting the sites to governmental anti-piracy units of law enforcement, including the US Justice Department, local law enforcement agencies and the FBI.
Fans curious about piracy in the anime and manga industry should read the Pirate Anime FAQ.
This is not the first time the anime and manga industry has attempted to stop piracy in the industry, but this is the biggest and most coordinated international effort so far. With many companies in the industry forced to make cut backs, closing down offices, laying off staff, we wonder if this is the start of a new approach? Will more companies pursue legal options? Are fansubbers next?
Japanese Cosplay Singer Reni to perform in Baltimore
Date: Wednesday June 2nd 2010 [16:29] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Baltimore based fans of Japanese Cosplay singers will be pleased to hear that Reni Mimura will be performing in Club Orpheus on Saturday June 26th 2010 at 9pm. This is part of the Pop Show Japan.
Telling Tales - Sweatdrop Studios Anthology
Date: Friday May 21st 2010 [17:19] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Manga
The good folks from Sweatdrop Studios have sent us the details of their new anthology - Telling Tales. The collection of fables, fairy tales and other ripping yarns is bound to be of interest. The book is priced at £6.99 and is due to launch at the May London MCM Expo 2010.
Vampire Knight Anime Online at VIZAnime.com
Date: Saturday May 8th 2010 [9:27] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
US Anime fans can now watch Vampire Knight on-line as it premiers on VizAnime.com. This streamed anime title is only available to people inside the US.
Haruhi Movie US Screening Details
Date: Thursday April 15th 2010 [15:50] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > Film
The good folks at Bandai Entertainment have sent details of the up coming US screenings of the new Haruhi Movie - The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya.
An English subtitled version of the film will be shown at the Viz Cinema in San Francisco from May 21st. The film will then be shown in Hawaii by Consolidated Theaters in mid-June.
Bandai also intend to release the film on DVD in the near future.
Crunchyroll streams Haruhi
Date: Friday April 9th 2010 [19:44] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
The good folks at Crunchyroll have sent us details of their latest streaming deal. They've started to show The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya. Fans looking for aliens, time travelers, and ESPers will be most pleased to hear that they intend to stream the second series later this year too. Crunchyroll's licence covers the Americas, the British Isles, Scandinavia, the Middle East and Africa.
Viz Media Streams Anime On-line
Date: Tuesday March 16th 2010 [15:09] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
Watching anime on-line is all the rage these days, with services like Crunchyroll leading the way. Viz Media have launched their own anime streaming service on VizAnime.com. Currently the site uses Hulu.com as a backend (which means that readers outside the US can't watch it).
They've got some great titles on there divided into 3 brands - Shonen Jump, Shojo Beat and Shonen Sunday. Highlights include Bleach, Death Note and Naruto, Honey and Clover and Nana. They've got something for everyone on there.
Clannad English Dub US details
Date: Tuesday March 16th 2010 [14:31] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > DVD
We've been sent the details about the Clannad English Dub from Sentai Filmworks. Up until now they've only been producing subtitle only titles. We don't have a release date yet. They also plan an upgrade offer for those who purchased the original subtitle only DVD. Sentai Filmworks intend to release Blue Drop, Ghost Hound, Legends of the Dark King - A Fist of the North Star Story and Tears to Tiara.
Read More... | Source: Sentai Filmworks
Preview the first 7 minutes of Gundam Unicorn
Date: Tuesday March 2nd 2010 [15:20] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > DVD
The good folks from Beez have sent us details about the upcoming release of Gundam Unicorn on Friday 12th 2010 on Blu-ray disc. The release will be worldwide simultaneously in the 7 territorial areas of Japan, US, Canada, UK, France, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
You can view the first 7 minutes of the OAV on the Beez Website.
Japanese Maid Show January 24th 2010 in NYC
Date: Sunday January 24th 2010 [9:34] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Fans of Akiba culture in NY should head over to Top Tunes Karaoke Bar on January 24th 2010 where Japanese Copsplay Singer Reni will perform anime songs and J-Pop.
Seven Bank to Discontinue ATM Services for Overseas-issued MasterCard Brand Cards
Date: Tuesday December 8th 2009 [16:40] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Current Affairs
A keen eyed Otaku News reader has sent us details about ATM services in Japan that will impact MasterCard users visiting the country.
Carrying cash is often very useful in Japan. Getting money out from an ATM can be difficult as not all banks accept western credit cards for cash withdrawal. The best place to withdraw money is often 7-Eleven using their Seven Bank ATM machines.
Due to changes in the terms and conditions from MasterCard, Seven Bank will no longer accept overseas-issued MasterCard brand cards as of December 14th. The bank is still accepting Visa, American Express, JCB, China UnionPay, Discover and Diners Club.
Japanese Maid Show December 6th in NYC
Date: Monday November 30th 2009 [16:30] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Fans of Akiba culture in NY should head over to Top Tunes Karaoke Bar on December 6th 2009 where Japanese Copsplay Singer Reni will perform anime songs and J-Pop.
Danny Choo to Collaborate with Cospa on T-shirt
Date: Friday November 20th 2009 [16:52] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Retail
The good folks from YesAnime.com have sent us some details about a new range of Cospa t-shirts made in collaboration with renowned otaku Danny Choo.
The t-shirt designs can be seen on Danny's website, and US readers can get them along with other great cospa t-shirts from YesAnime.com.
We only wish that Cospa had a UK stockist. Still you can always get TerraTag or Genki Gear t-shirts if you want to support UK anime inspired designs.
We must admit we're a bit jealous of Danny, we wish Cospa would make t-shirts with our mascot Miyuki. Still you can always download wallpaper of her instead.
MaiOtaku - Dating for Anime Fans
Date: Thursday November 5th 2009 [17:02] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
Otaku Dating sites seem to be all the rage at the moment. So we've discovered another dating site for anime fans MaiOtaku. They're pitching themselves as the OKCupid for anime lovers.
The Art of Osamu Tezuka God of Manga out November 2009
Date: Tuesday October 13th 2009 [15:40] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
Fans of Osamu Tezuka, the founding father of modern anime and manga will be pleased to hear that a new book is due out November 2009. Written by prominent anime and manga expert Helen McCarthy the hardcover book published by Ilex Press reveals what makes Tezuka one of the key figures of 20th century pop culture.
It includes 350 colour illustrations and a 45 minute DVD documentary never aired outside of Japan before.
The publication coincides with the annual Comica Festival.
Buy from Amazon.co.uk
Buy from Amazon.com
Reni's new songs and CD on sale now.
Date: Sunday October 11th 2009 [16:53] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Culture
Fans of Akiba culture, especially singing maids based in New York will be pleased to hear that Reni Mimura’s new songs and CD are on sale at http://www.renireni.com/.
New dating site for anime fans launches
Date: Tuesday September 8th 2009 [16:33] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
There are tons of dating sites on the internet. Lots are even specialist dating sites by interest. So it should come as no surprise that the clever folks at Fan Crush have set up a dating site for otaku - Otaku Crush.
ADV Films Shuts down
Date: Wednesday September 2nd 2009 [17:51] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
US based Anime company ADV have closed. A detailed write up can be found on Anime News Network.
Apart from the asset transfers to other companies registered in Texas (where ADV was based), the details are still coming to light.
Below we've included the press release from ADV along with the press release from Section23 Films.
Japanese Maid Show September 6th in NYC
Date: Wednesday September 2nd 2009 [17:16] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Fans of Akiba culture in NY should head over to Top Tunes Karaoke Bar on September 6th 2009 where Japanese Copsplay Singer Reni will perform anime songs and J-Pop.
Video Games Live Announces 30 More Tour Dates for 2009
Date: Saturday August 29th 2009 [9:34] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've been sent the details from Video Games Live, who have just added 30 more shows to their 2009 tour. Video Games Live is a great cross over event, which is great fun for fans of video games and fans of top orchestras.
Doujin shooter game QLIONE out now for download
Date: Saturday August 29th 2009 [9:13] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Gaming > PC
Fans of Doujin shooter games will be pleased to hear that Rockin' Android's QLIONE is now available to download for $9.99 from Gamersgate.com and Direct2Drive.com.
Grand International Cosplay Ball 2009
Date: Sunday July 26th 2009 [11:41] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've been sent the details for the Grand International Cosplay Ball 2009. It's based in London, it's set for November 29th.
Fans of cosplay will remember that the ball also ran successfully last year, which even included coverage from the BBC.
Everyday Harumi Cook Book Due September 2009
Date: Monday July 6th 2009 [16:02] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Cuisine
Fans of Japanese cooking at home should note that Harumi's new book is due for released in September 2009.
It hits the UK on 7th September 2009, while US readers will have to wait a few more days until September 22nd.
Pre Order from Amazon UK
Pre Order from Amazon US
The book covers a wide variety of basic typically Japanese recipes. Harumi thinks you'll be able to create fantastic meals using the simple flavours. The best selling author has sold over 20 million of her books and magazine world wide.
Update: Harumi will be signing books in London at Selfridges Oxford Street on Friday 18th September 2009 from 1.30pm (she will be in the basement book store).
New Neon Genesis Evangelion Manga Title to Be Lighthearted Romantic Comedy
Date: Wednesday June 24th 2009 [19:52] | Posted By: Queen Of Swords
Category: > Manga
The next Neon Genesis Evangelion spinoff will be light on the giant robots and heavy on the romantic comedy.
Manga Kamishibai: The Art of Japanese Paper Theater due September
Date: Wednesday June 10th 2009 [13:20] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Manga
A keen eyed Otaku News reader has sent us details of the up coming book Manga Kamishibai: The Art of Japanese Paper Theater it's due to be released in September. It traces the history of the art form which forms part of the origins of modern manga.
It's available to pre order on Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.
VAMPS US Dates for July and August 2009
Date: Thursday June 4th 2009 [14:59] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
US fans of J-Rock will be pleased to hear about VAMPS upcoming US tour this July and August 2009.
VAMPS is a group formed by HYDE from L'Arc-en-Ciel and K.A.Z from Oblivion Dust.
Don't forget to check out the official VAMPS website for more details.
One Piece Simulcast leaked online
Date: Saturday May 30th 2009 [20:38] | Posted By: Eeeper
Category: > Anime > TV
An episode of One Piece (Episode #403) intended for simulcast in America and Japan is leaked online. Funimation Entertainment announces that, for the foreseeable future, no episodes of One Piece will be available on their website for streaming.
Blood The Last Vampire Live Action Movie
Date: Monday May 4th 2009 [8:06] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > Film
A live action version of Blood the Last Vampire is due to hit the cinemas soon! Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions Group, have acquired the rights for screenings in the US. For more details check out the official website. There's no release date yet, but it'll be hitting the screens this summer!
Simultaneous Japan/North America Release for Rumiko Takahashi's Latest Manga
Date: Wednesday April 15th 2009 [19:03] | Posted By: Queen Of Swords
Category: > Manga
Rin-Ne, the latest offering from manga superstar Rumiko Takahashi, will be published simultaneously in Japan and North America beginning April 22, 2009.
Hiroki Azuma's OTAKU: Japan's Database Animals book
Date: Thursday March 26th 2009 [17:36] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Culture
We've been sent the details of Hiroki Azuma's best selling book OTAKU: Japan's Database Animals. The English translation of the book is due out this April.
Update: We've also got a review of OTAKU: Japan's Database Animals.
[Pre-order Paper Back on Amazon.com]
[Pre-order Paper Back on Amazon.co.uk]
[Pre-order Hardcover on Amazon.com]
[Pre-order Hardback on Amazon.co.uk]
Rockin' Android to release doujin games for the PC
Date: Thursday March 26th 2009 [16:19] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Gaming > PC
We've just been sent an exciting press release from Rockin' Android about their plans to release doujin videogames (sometimes referred to as 'indie games') on the PC.
In a nutshell they've licensed and translated a great selection of indie games for release in the US, Canada, South America and Western Europe territories.
Don't forget to check their website to see a selection videos and interesting articles about the games they're going to release.
Schoolgirl Milky Crisis Book Competition
Date: Thursday March 5th 2009 [15:28] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
We've teamed up with the good folks at Titan Books to give away copies of the new book Schoolgirl Milky Crisis: Adventures in The Anime And Manga Trade. The book written by Jonathan Clements reveals in inner workings of the anime and manga business.
Helen McCarthy on RightStuf's Anime Today Podcast
Date: Tuesday January 20th 2009 [16:12] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
Anime fans will want to check out RightStuf's latest podcast. It features an interview with anime expert Helen McCarthy who promotes her book 500 Essential Anime Movies. In the podcast she explains how she narrowed down her choices in the book to just 500 shows. Along with how anime production and writing about anime has changed over the years.
Naruto Shippuden on-line an hour after Japanese Broadcast
Date: Friday January 2nd 2009 [6:35] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
We've just recived an exciting press release from Crunchyroll, who will be streaming Naruto Shippuden on-line an hour after Japanese broadcast. This sort of distribution model has been talked about for ages in the anime press, but until now it's never actually officially happened.
Deux Press picks up Cigarette Kisses
Date: Sunday December 14th 2008 [11:05] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Manga
The good folks at Deux Press have sent us some details about Cigarette Kisses by Nase Yamato. I'm sure our readers who are yaoi fans will be interested.
Schoolgirl Milky Crisis Blog
Date: Friday December 5th 2008 [18:49] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Production
Anime expert Jonathan Clements has just launched a blog to promote his new book Schoolgirl Milky Crisis: Adventures in the Anime and Manga Trade, which is due for publication in early 2009.
The blog has some interesting insights that will no doubt also appear in the book, even an article about writing the index for the book proves to be amusing.
The Akiba: A Manga Guide to the Akihabara
Date: Friday November 7th 2008 [13:04] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Press Releases
We've been sent a press release for a new book that sounds perfect for otaku paying a trip to Tokyo. The Akiba: A Manga Guide to the Akihabara (published by Japan Publications Trading), is an interesting blend of manga and travel guide.
Update: We've reviewed The Akiba: A Manga Guide to the Akihabara
Grand International Cosplay Ball
Date: Tuesday October 7th 2008 [15:19] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've got some exciting news about the Grand International Cosplay Ball, which is set for Sunday 30th November at the Clapham Grand, London, England.
This is the first event to our knowledge that is aimed at cosplayers, and not an event like an anime convention with cosplayers as a feature.
The event looks to be a sure fire hit, with live bands, DJs, ballroom dancing, a kimono fashion show, fire and burlesque performances and even an Alice-In-Wonderland themed photography area.
As always with such events we advise that you book soon to avoid disappointment.
Death Note live action movie US DVD release details
Date: Friday September 5th 2008 [19:04] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > DVD
The good people from Viz Picture have sent us details of the US DVD release of the live action feature film version of Death Note. Which is due to hit the shelves on September 16th 2008.
Fanboys wanted for MTV's True Life
Date: Tuesday August 19th 2008 [16:09] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
Our US based readers who like the idea of appearing on TV should consider this request from MTV who are keen to do a True Life episode on Fanboys.
500 Essential Anime Movies by Helen McCarthy - out now
Date: Tuesday August 5th 2008 [18:01] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
We've received details regarding anime expert Helen McCarthy's new book 500 Essential Anime Movies. It's out now in the UK and will be released in the US in a few weeks. You can buy it Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk.
We've always recommend Helen's books for several reasons - they're well written and they're well researched that and they're enjoyable to read. ^_^
Helen goes to a lot of effort to check the facts and details when writing books and it does show. We also recommend Helen McCarthy's publications when researching anime and manga, especially for academic purposes, you can never go wrong citing her work.
The Pirate Anime FAQ Returns
Date: Sunday August 3rd 2008 [16:31] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime
8 years ago, I wrote an FAQ about piracy in anime, and how to avoid buying pirate goods. It started off as a simple guide as part of a site called Anime Digital, but evolved and improved over the years. It's generally regarded as the most comprehensive guide to pirate goods in anime fandom. A mini version has been printed at many anime conventions and distributed among convention staff to quickly spot pirate goods. The anime industry also use it to make anime fans aware of bootleg goods.
For the last 8 years the Pirate Anime FAQ was hosted on the London Anime Club's web server. Unfortunately it's been unavailable since April because of server problems so we have decided to host the guide on Otaku News instead. We'd like to thank the London Anime Club for hosting the Pirate Anime FAQ for the last 8 years.
The Pirate Anime FAQ has been translated into French and German, thanks to the kind help of anime fans. I'll put the French and German translations up soon. However I've made a few small changes to the FAQ to make sure it will fit with the formatting of Otaku News. As a result the translations will need to be updated too.
The old content from Anime Digital is not lost and we're currently deciding if we should integrate the articles into Otaku News, or archive them as a separate site.
So please update your bookmarks, the new URL for the Pirate Anime FAQ is http://www.otakunews.com/piratefaq.php.
Bleach Creator Tite Kubo to attend 2008 San Diego Comic-Con
Date: Wednesday May 21st 2008 [16:27] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've got some exciting news for American anime fans who can get to the 2008 San Diego Comic-Con International, where Tite Kubo the creator of Bleach will be making an appearance from July 25th.
Street Fighter Tribute Hardcover Edition art book
Date: Tuesday April 29th 2008 [16:17] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Retail
We've been sent details from UDON Entertainment about the new Street Fighter Tribute Hardcover artbook, which is now available for pre-order and features art from J.Scott Campbell, Adam Hughes, and Penny Arcade's Gabe, lvin Lee, Arnold Tsang, Omar Dogan and others.
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