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Sputnik Sweetheart Stage Play Details
Date: 2023 September 12 16:59 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Culture
We've just received news from Arcola Theatre and the Japan Foundation who are presenting Sputnik Sweetheart. Based on Murakami's novel it tells the story of love and loneliness, with a detective story thrown in. Sputnik Sweetheart is about Sumire, a young Japanese writer who can't find the words to write, and her friend K's search for her when she goes missing on a Greek Island.
It's been adapted for the stage by Tony Award nominee Bryony Lavery and Tony and Olivier Award nominee Melly Still, running at Arcola Theatre in London from Thursday 26th October until Saturday 25th November 2023.
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Kotatsu Japanese Animation Festival 2023 Details
Date: 2023 September 09 17:31 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
Kotatsu Japanese Animation Festival will return this autumn 2023. Wale's premier event for Japanese anime is set to run 30th September - 1 October 2023 Chapter Cardiff, 20th - 22nd October 2023 Aberystwyth Arts Centre and 10th - 16th November 2023 Pontio Bangor.
You can see the details for each venue on the programme page. Highlights this year are the truly fantastic The First Slam Dunk, the Liz and the Blue Bird, Miss Hokusai and many more.
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It Takes Two Tomorrow, Too Manga Release Details
Date: 2023 September 09 12:39 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Manga
The good folks from One Peace Books have just sent us details for an up coming manga It Takes Two Tomorrow, Too. Created by Suzuyuki the slice of life manga is due out on October 17th 2023. It's being pitched as a as warm and crumbly as a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie. After a year of dating office employees Yuya and Rio move in together. The manga chronicles their new life together.
The manga originally went viral on Twitter. It's being translated by Emily Balistrieri (Tatami Galaxy, I Belong to the Baddest Girl at School).
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Daido Moriyama Photography Retrospective in London
Date: 2023 August 17 17:35 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Culture
The good folks from The Photographers' Gallery in London have just revealed details of their Daido Moriyama Retrospective. Set to run from Friday 6th October 2023 until Sunday 11th February 2024. It's the first UK retrospective of one of the world's most innovative and influential artists and street photographers.
Daido Moriyama is famed for his dense grainy, blurry out of focus images. He sees the camera as a copy machine and captures things around him. The award winning photographer has had many photobooks published over the years (we even have a little collection of them). Recently he's had a range of t-shirts made by Uniqlo, and been the the subject of a documentary chronicling his working process. Tickets to the exhibition cost £6, with £4 for concessions and gallery members get in free (as do Friday Lates (5pm-8pm), under 18s, and disability helpers).
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Digital Manga Subscription Service Azuki adds One Peace Books Titles to Service
Date: 2023 August 10 19:34 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Manga
The good folks from digital manga subscription service Azuki have sent news that they've partnered up with manga publishers One Peace Books to offer a range of their titles to Azuki subscribers.
Titles include Tenken, Breathe Deeply , Ms. Itsuya, King's Game, Suzuki Just Wants a Quiet Life and many more.
We reviewed Breathe Deeply when it was first published in English over 10 years ago, it's an interesting title as you don't often get semi-futuristic medical drama manga!
Azuki offers a free with advertisements service or premium and access the full catalogue for $4.99 (USD) a month.
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Evangelion:3.0+1.11 Thrice Upon A Time UK Blu-ray, 4K UHD and DVD Release Details
Date: 2023 August 05 10:48 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from anime publishers Anime Limited have just announced they'll be releasing Evangelion:3.0+1.11 Thrice Upon A Time on Blu-ray and 4K UHD this Autumn. It'll be available from Monday 30th October 2023. They'll be several editions:
Standard DVD currently on offer at £12.99
Blu-ray and DVD in Steel Bookcurrently on offer at £24.99 (SRP: £29.99)
Blu-ray + 4K UHD Deluxe Edition which includes a rigid slipcase along with the steelbook case, 28-page book, art cards, and a poster. This is currently on offer at £49.99 (SRP: £79.99)
The movie marks the conclusion of the rebuild of Evangelion reboot movie series. If you haven't seen it but are familiar with the groundbreaking Evangelion franchise you know what you're going to get, but if you haven't seen any Evangelion this might not be the best place to start as there are 3 other movies in the rebuild to watch before this one. The animation is stunning and story is as the press release puts it "emotionally resonant".
Evangelion:3.0+1.11 Thrice Upon A Time is available to pre-order now.
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Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero x Crunchyroll Competition
Date: 2023 July 23 15:30 | Posted By: Joe
Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero is available to watch now exclusively via streaming service Crunchyroll.
To celebrate the streaming launch we've teamed up with Crunchyroll to give away a free months subscriptions as well as a commemorative postcard to 5 lucky people.
To enter all you have to do, is e-mail us at dbzcomp@otakunews.com and answer the following question: Who is the original creator of Dragon Ball? The competition is open to those living in the UK and Ireland only. 5 lucky winners will be picked at random after the competition closes. Full terms and conditions are below.
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Yakuza Graveyard Now Streaming on Arrow
Date: 2023 July 16 13:55 | Posted By: Joe
The good people from alternative streaming service Arrow have sent us details about a film just released this July. Yakuza Graveyard tells the story of detective Kuroiwa who falls for the beautiful wife of a jailed yakuza boss. It stars Meiko Kaji (Lady Snowblood) and featuring Nagisa Oshima the film is directed by Kinji Fukasaku.
Arrow also has some other interesting collections for fans of Japan including the Takashi Miike Collection and Third Window Films to name a few.
Subscriptions to Arrow cost £4.99 a month or £49.99 a year.
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Edinburgh Film Festival to Host UK Premiere of new Slam Dunk Movie
Date: 2023 July 16 11:14 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from anime firm Anime Limited have just sent us some details about the upcoming Slam Dunk Movie. The UK Premier will be hosted by the Edinburgh Film Festival on Tuesday 22nd - Wednesday 23rd August 2023. The film will then go onto a wider release across the UK and Ireland from Wednesday 30th August 2023.
This basketball drama was directed and written by Takehiko Inoue the creator of the original Slam Dunk manga.
To date it's the 5th highest grossing anime film worldwide.
To find a screening near you visit slamdunkfilm.co.uk.
Read More... | Souce: Anime Limited
An Interview with Alexandra Rutter Director of the Stage Adaption of The Garden of Words
Date: 2023 July 10 18:59 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Features
Makoto Shinaki's anime The Garden of Words is the story of an out-of-step woman and an offbeat teenager meeting by chance in a Japanese garden. As the kindred spirits bond, the relationship they build could save them or equally ruin them. Melancholy and original the story has just been adapted into a stage play set to run at London's Park Theatre from Thursday 10th August until Saturday 9th September 2023. It's also set to to be staged in Tokyo too.
The play has been adapted by the Whole Hog Theatre who have previously also brought Hayao Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke to stage.
We caught up with Alexandra Rutter, who directed and co-adapted The Garden of Words from the material from the anime and novel. Having been aware of this project since before the COVID-19 pandemic, we were keen to find out more about the production and hear what Alexandra has to say.
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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Streaming Release Details
Date: 2023 July 02 17:31 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from anime streaming firm Crunchyroll have just sent us details about Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 which will be released on Thursday 6th July 2023.
The first part of Season 2 focuses on Gojo's and Geto's past in the Hidden Inventory / Premature Death arc. It's animated by MAPPA, so expect high quality fast paced animation from the studio that brought you Chainsaw Man; Attack on Titan Final Season; Hell's Paradise.
It'll be available both subbed and dubbed in the release languages of each region, with each episode premiering every week after its broadcast in Japan.
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One Piece Film: Red UK Collectors Edition Blu-ray Details
Date: 2023 June 27 19:40 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from anime distributors Anime Limited have just sent us details of their latest Blu-ray pre-order for UK anime fans. One Piece Film: Red will be available as a 4K Collectors Edition. The package includes the movie on 4K Blu-ray and regular UHD Blu-ray. The set comes with all sorts of nice little things, including art cards, a vinyl sticker, a nice A3 replica theatrical poster, plus (we really like this detail) an individually numbered Uta concert ticket.
The UK Collectors edition will be available to pre-order from 5pm on Thursday 29th June 2023 and then released on Monday 7th August 2023.
If you're a fan of One Piece you've probably already seen the movie, but we're sure ypu'll want to watch it again! You can read our review of the film to find out what think about it.
Read More... | Souce: Anime Limited
Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes Wins Paul Grimault Award at the Annecy International Film Festival
Date: 2023 June 21 19:44 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from anime distributors Anime Limited have just sent us news that the movie Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes has just won the Paul Grimault Award at this years Annecy International Film Festival.
The film tells the tale of teenagers Kaoru and Anzu who stumble upon a mysterious tunnel. Angst and adventure follow.
The movie is due to hit the UK and Ireland next month from 14th July 2023. Tickets are on sale now take a look at http://tunneltosummerfilm.co.uk/ for more details.
Read More... | Souce: Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes Website
Psycho-Pass: Providence Movie UK Cinema Release Details
Date: 2023 June 03 17:29 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from streaming giants Crunchyroll have just revealed the UK cinema release date for PSYCHO-PASS: Providence. The movie is due to 85 cinemas around the UK on Wednesday 2nd August 2023. It's due out in the US from July 14th 2023.
The events of the movie bridge the gap between Psycho-Pass Sinners of the System Case 3: On the Other Side of Love and Hate and season 3 of the Psycho-Pass TV series.
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The Garden of Words London Stage Play Details Summer 2023
Date: 2023 June 01 19:46 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Events
We've just received details from Whole Hog Theatre and Park Theatre who will present the world premiere stage adaptation of The Garden of Words, which is based the anime by acclaimed director Makoto Shinkai (best known for your name and the just released Suzume)..
We've covered details about the play before, but it's always worth reminding people about this production and that you can catch it this Summer 2023. The more detailed press release reveals information about cast and crew.
Like the anime the play explores the bond between two social misfits in a Japanese garden. It sets out to adapt the story further in a live action setting by combining puppetry, movement, and projection art. The production delves into themes of loneliness and longing, a signature of Shinkai's works. After its London run, the play will have its Japanese premiere in Tokyo. The show will be performed at Park Theatre in Finsbury Park, North London, UK, from 10th August 2023 to 9th September 2023 with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £44.50.
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Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes UK and Ireland Cinema Details
Date: 2023 May 30 19:06 | Posted By: Joe
Anime Limited have just announcement the cinema details for The Tunnel To Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes. Inspired by the award winning novel of the same name it's the time travelling tale of teenagers in a tunnel!
Two misfit teenagers Kaoru and Anzu start to investigate a tunnel that grants the wishes of whoever ventures through it, but the is a cost being aged dramatically for your wish as a result. An interesting twist on not getting quite what you wished for with a genie, in this story the duo must figure out if what they wish for is worth the price.
The film is due to hit cinemas in the UK and Ireland from 14th July 2023 with tickets on sale from 7th June 2023. Check out tunneltosummerfilm.co.uk for more details.
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All The Anime May 2023 MCM Comic Con London Announcements
Date: 2023 May 28 15:04 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from Anime Limited have revealed a ton of announcements at MCM Comic Con London.
Highlights include the cinema release of Evangelion:3.0+1.01 Thrice Upon A Time, home video release of Great Pretender along with anime classic Gunbuster. They also had reminders about the Slam Dunk Movie (which bounces into cinemas on 30th August 2023) and The Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes (which cinemas from 14th July 2023).
Macross Plus: Movie Edition will return to the big screens. While fans of the gentleman thief Lupin III will be pleased to hear about Lupin the 3rd Part 6. Gundam fans aren't left out either with Mobile Suit Gundam - Movie Trilogy and Gundam Build Fighters.
Read More... | Souce: Anime Limited
Psycho-Pass: Providence Movie Cinema Release Details
Date: 2023 May 21 16:38 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from streaming giants Crunchyroll have sent us details of the cinematic release of the new Psycho-Pass: Providence movie. It's due out in the US from July 14th 2023 (with sneak-peak screenings on 11th & 13th July). The UK release date has yet to be announced, but will be announced soon.
The events of the movie bridge the gap between Psycho-Pass Sinners of the System Case 3: On the Other Side of Love and Hate and season 3 of the Psycho-Pass TV series.
Read More... | Souce: Crunchyroll
Re:Cycle of the Penguindrum Hits UK Cinemas This May for One Day Only
Date: 2023 May 11 19:03 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from anime distributors Anime Limited have revealed that they'll be releasing Re:Cycle of the Penguindrum in the UK exclusively at Odeon Cinemas for one-day only on Saturday 20th May 2023.
This is a re-imagining 2011 television series Mawaru Penguindrum and is presented as a double bill which consists of Re:Cycle of the Penguindrum - Part 1 Your Train Is the Survival Tactic and Re:Cycle of the Penguindrum - Part 2 I Love You, with a 10 minute intermission in-between. This will be shown exclusively at Odeon Cinemas for one day only.
So if you're interested head over to your nearest Odeon to catch it!
Read More... | Souce: Anime Limited
Garden of Words Stage Production To Hit London This Summer 2023
Date: 2023 May 09 19:24 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
London's Park Theatre have just announced their Summer and Autumn line up. Anime fans will be very interested in the stage adaptation of Makoto Shinkai's Garden of Words. Originally it was set to run in August 2020, however COVID-19 prevented it happening. This time it's back and scheduled to run from Thursday 10th August until Saturday 9th September 2023.
Based on the original anime by blockbuster director by Makoto Shinkai (best known for your name and the just released Suzume). It tells the story of a meeting in a Japanese garden, with two people both out of sorts having a melancholy change encounter.
It's been adapted for the stage by Whole Hog Theatre, who are no strangers to bringing anime to theatre. They created a truly excellent stage version of Princess Mononoke.
We've been waiting since 2019 to see the stage version of Garden of Words, so naturally we're very keen to catch this summer in London.
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Crunchyroll Partners with HMV UK This May 2023
Date: 2023 May 02 19:27 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from anime streaming giants Crunchyroll have just sent us news that they'll be partnering with UK retailer HMV this May for an Ani-May promotion.
HMV will be selling a selection of merchandise from series including Attack on Titan, JUJUTSU KAISEN, My Hero Academia, and Toilet Bound Hanako-kun and many more. Fans can expect clothing, accessories, footwear, homeware, and toys in over 100 retail locations and online.
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Parallel World Pharmacy: The Manga Release Details
Date: 2023 April 30 18:32 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Manga
The good folks from One Peace Books have just sent us details for an up coming title manga Parallel World Pharmacy. Due out on May 30th 2023 this manga title also has an anime adaptation, along with the original light novel version.
This isekai story tells the story of an overworked pharmaceuticals researcher, who literally works himself to death and then awakens in a mediaeval type world. Our hero then uses his modern pharmaceutical knowledge to make his found home a better place. The manga features art by Sei Takano and translation by Kristi Iwashiro.
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Crunchyroll Announces New Movies to the Platform for April 2023
Date: 2023 April 24 20:06 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from streaming giant Crunchyroll have sent us details of their upcoming film slate available for home streaming. Normally when you think of the service series come to mind, but don't forget they've also got a great line up of movies to watch on the streaming service too.
They headline with That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime The Movie: Scarlet Bond (which is out now), The Quintessential Quintuplets movie (which it out 28th April 2023).
Also out is the promising To Every You I've Loved Before and To Me, The One Who Loved You.
Plus for Gundam fans on 28th April 2023, they'll be releasing Mobile Suit Gundam Cucuruz Doan's Island.
The press release mentions various movies available, but it does vary by region, with the Mamoru Hosoda back catalogue not currently available in the UK.
If you are looking for something light, fluffy futuristic and enjoyable then give the Sing a Bit of Harmony film a try, we really enjoyed it.
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Anime Limited to Release The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes in UK Cinemas
Date: 2023 April 14 15:39 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from Anime Limited have revealed that they have the rights for the cinema distribution of The Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes. The sci-fi romance is from director Tomohisa Taguchi and is based on the Japanese novel of the same name from Mei Hachimoku. The film was produced at animation studio CLAP who also made the truly excellent Pompo the Cinephile.
Anime Limited have said that they have the cinematic distribution rights for the UK, Ireland and Malta. They'll reveal more at a later date. For now you can check out the Official The Tunnel to Summer, The Exit of Goodbyes website to register your interest.
Read More... | Souce: Anime Limited
Crunchyroll casts actress Nichole Sakura as English voice of the title role in Makoto Shinkai's film Suzume
Date: 2023 April 04 19:51 | Posted By: Joe
The new anime film from hit director Makoto Shinkai - Suzume is due to hit the cinemas next week from Friday 14th April 2023. Crunchyroll have just sent us details of the dub cast.
Nichole Sakura is cast as Suzume. You may have seen her as Cheyenne on Superstore or heard her other voice acting work on Star Wars: Visions.
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Crunchyroll Announces Spring Anime Streaming Season 2023
Date: 2023 March 23 17:30 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from anime streaming giants Crunchyroll have sent us details of their Spring 2023 streaming line up. This season has so much good stuff available this spring.
We're excited about the Skip and Loafer anime due for release on 4th April 2023, based on the popular and much loved manga it follows the of a rural girl getting used to life in the big city of Tokyo, amongst other things.
Ranking of Kings returns with Ranks of King : The Treasure Chest of Courage. This is due for release on 13th April 2023.
We're really looking forward to The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2, as the first season and specials were so good. That and it's great to see some anime set in the English countryside. After all not much anime is set in the Cotswalds.
Mobile Suit Gundam The Witch from Mercury returns for a second season. We're also curious about A Galaxy Next Door as we've read the first volume of the manga and it shows promise.
We've already covered Doctor Stone, which returns for a third season and are looking forward to more silly science adventures.
There's also more Vinland Saga Season 2 and One Piece.
There's something for everyone and we're sure you'll find something to enjoy this Spring 2023 anime season.
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BlackMilk Clothing to Release Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Collection
Date: 2023 March 19 16:41 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from Aussie based clothing company BlackMilk Clothing have just sent us details of their up coming Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Collection. This official collaboration with Toei Animation has a range of various different designs from bright and bold to darker designs.
We really like the Ribbon Transformation Longline Evil Tee Dress with it's bright bold pink ribbons over the blue transformation background. While if you fancy something a bit darker the Sailor Guardians Stars Sheer Midaxi Dress is likely to appeal.
Fans can preview the collection in full and wishlist items ahead of the release. The collection is due to go live on 7am (AEST) 21 March / 2pm (PT) 20th March 2023.
BlackMilk Clothing have a great range of other collections including The Legend of Zelda, Pokemon and Sanrio.
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The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2023 Online Talk Series
Date: 2023 March 15 19:40 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from the Japan Foundation London have sent us details of some up coming online events they'll be hosting. As part of their touring film programme, they'll be hosting a series of online talks with various directors from the movies shown.
Talks include in conversation with director Nishikawa Miwa, who directed Under the Open Sky. This is set to run on Thursday 23rd March 2023 at 13:00 (GMT).
There's also talks with Tanada Yuki who directed My Broken Mariko. This talk is set to run on Monday 27th March 2023 at 13:00 (BST).
They have plenty of interesting talks lined up, The events are free to attend online and registration is required.
Read More... | Souce: The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2023
Dr. Stone Returns to Crunchyroll for a Third Season
Date: 2023 March 13 21:02 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from streaming giant Crunchyroll have just sent us details that Dr. Stone will return from 6th April 2023 with Dr. Stone New World. The hilarious action show rocks back for a 3rd season with Senku getting up to more science as he brings more advances to the stone world. This series our team of science users build a ship to go off on a naval voyage to find the mystery of the global petrification event.
It's based on the manga by the same written by Riichiro Inagaki and illustrated by Boichi. We've really enjoyed the first two season and the special episode which leads up to this season. The show is silly, fun and action packed, while watching it you'll feel like a science genius as you'll watch Senku use science to extract various raw materials to build components and then use them to make modern technology in post apocalyptic stone age.
You can catch previous season of Dr. Stone now on Crunchyroll or if you're already up to date, wait until Thursday 6th April 2023 for the new season.
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Azuki to Publish Manga Titles as eBooks
Date: 2023 March 11 12:00 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Manga
The good folks from digital manga subscription service Azuki have sent news that two of their exclusive manga series will be published as eBooks on BookWalker, Amazon, Apple Books, and Google Play Books. They're going to start with My Dear Detective: Mitsuko's Case Files and Turning the Tables on the Seatmate Killer!. Both titles will are available for pre-order and will be released on March 23, 2023.
It's great to see Azuki branch out to digital publishing like this.
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Sony Adds Crunchyroll Button to 2023 Sony Bravia TV Remotes
Date: 2023 March 02 20:38 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from anime giant Crunchyroll have sent us news that Sony will be adding a Crunchyroll button onto their 2023 Sony Bravia TV line up. Smart TVs have long had Netflix Buttons, and new Sony Bravia line has other streaming services on it's remote including Disney+, YouTube and Amazon Prime Video.
The fact Sony are willing to add a Crunchyroll button to their TV remotes shows how willing they are to invest in their anime acquisition and that they know there is enough demand for an anime stream service button! We believe it shows you how mainstream anime has become. Keen readers will note that Sony own Crunchyroll. It's fascinating to see that Sony are willing to do this. As getting an actual button on a remote can take a lot of corporate wrangling, even if Sony do own the company in question. They have to justify the existence of adding a button to a remote and there can be other services that are also up for consideration.
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Marugame Udon Arrives in the UK
Date: 2023 February 23 20:29 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Cuisine
London based readers might have noticed a new arrival in town. Marugame Udon is the world's largest world's largest udon and tempura restaurant with over 1,250 sites globally. The chain prides itself on it's speed of service, quality and value for money with udon bowls ranging from £3.45 to £11.95.
They offer a great range of rice bowls and tempura along with plenty of vegan options. They also serve Ramune. The experience is straight forward. You grab a tray and go along and say what you want, with the meal made in front of you and served rapidly. You then find a table and sit and enjoy.
You can find Marugame Udon at multiple places around London including Spitalfields (Middlesex Street), Bond Street, Oxford Circus, Canary Wharf, Waterloo, Kensington Arcade, The O2, Brent Cross. There'll be new ones opening soon at Liverpool Street Station, The Strand and further afield at Reading.
If you're looking for some quick authentic Japanese food in London you really should give Marugame Udon a try.
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Junk Head UK and Ireland Cinema Release Details
Date: 2023 February 23 16:59 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from Anime Limited have just sent us the details of their latest cinematic release. Junk Head is an stop-motion sci-fi action thriller set in a dystopian future. The film took Takahide Hori seven years to make. He crafted everything, sets, puppets, sound, music and special effects then animated it all!
The film is set to hits selected cinemas across the United Kingdom and Ireland from Monday 24th April 2023.
Read More... | Souce: Junk Head Offical UK Movie Website
Makoto Shinkai's Suzume Special UK Film Screening and Director Q and A
Date: 2023 February 15 17:38 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from anime giants Crunchyroll have sent us details of a special UK anime screening of Makato Shinkai's latest movie Suzume.
The screening will take place on Wednesday 1st March 2023 at 18:00 the BFI Southbank in London. Not only will this be a chance to catch the movie more than a month ahead of it's national release, but the director himself will be there for a special Questions and Answers session. This is a rare opportunity to be able to get a chance to pitch questions at the director! Makoto Shinkai is best know for his two major films Your Name and Weathering With You. Tickets are on sale now and we expect them to sell out quickly. So book early to avoid disappointment.
The movie will be released across the UK and Ireland from 14th April 2023.
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba- To The Swordsmith Village- UK and Ireland Cinema Details
Date: 2023 February 13 20:45 | Posted By: Joe
Fancy watching some Demon Slayer in the cinema? Well the good folks from Crunchyroll have sent us details of the upcoming Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba- To The Swordsmith Village- movie. It's due to hit cinemas in the UK and Ireland from Wednesday 1st March 2023. Tickets will go on sale from Friday 17th February 2023.
The movie consists of episodes 10 and 11 of the series' Entertainment District Arc as well as the extended Episode 1 of the Swordsmith Village Arc all remastered into a feature length adventure in 4K.
If you haven't seen Demon Slayer yet, you can catch it on Crunchyroll. You can also get the whole manga in a nice boxset.
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Anime Limited To Distribute Suzume Movie Soundtrack
Date: 2023 February 01 20:31 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from Anime Limited have just sent us some news that they have the rights to distribute the Suzume soundtrack. Makoto Shinkai's latest movie is due to hit cinemas in the UK and Ireland this April 2023. The director joins forces again with RADWIMPS to create the soundtrack for this film and also brings in Kazuma Jinnouchi.
Anime Limited are currently taking pre-orders for the Japanese Import edition on vinyl. It's currently priced at £59.99 (on offer from £69.99). An official western version is due for release sometime early Q3 2023.
You can also stream/download the soundtrack from many popular official streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.
Although an primarily an anime company, Anime Limited are also a record label with an excellent catalogue of anime soundtracks.
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Crunchyroll UK Blu-ray and DVD Releases for April 2023
Date: 2023 January 23 21:01 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from anime giant Crunchyroll have just sent us their UK DVD and Blu-ray release line up for April 2023.
Attack on Titan: The Final Season Part 2 gets a limited edition box set release, which includes a 24-page Digibook, 3 acrylic pins, 4 art cards, and 4 discs retailing for £99.99. With the regular editions retailing for £29.99 for the Blu-ray or DVD.
Also scheduled for release is Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest - Season 2 on Blu-ray for £34.99 or DVD for £24.99.
All these titles are due for UK release on Monday 24th April 2023.
Read More... | Souce: Crunchyroll
Azuki to Release New Shojo Comedy Manga I Fell for a Fujoshi
Date: 2023 January 21 13:20 | Posted By: Guest ContributorCategory > Anime
For those of you who read Shojo manga, a new title is on the horizon. Digital manga subscription service Azuki announced today that the romantic comedy manga I Fell For A Fujoshi by Toako has been exclusively licensed for worldwide release in English.
The first two chapters will be available on the Azuki app on Feb 7th 2023 but a free preview is now available.
The manga was originally published in Comic Elmo, which previously published The Yakuza's Guide to Babysitting and Natsume & Natsume. The series is about a high school boy who confesses to his childhood crush. But after a misunderstanding foils his plan, he must pretend to be a fan of Boys Love manga in order to win her over.
The series will be available to read for free with advertisements but a $4.99 per month premium subscription that unlocks Azuki's entire catalog of more than 200 series is also available. If you're unsure of the price or content, readers the the option of trying out Azuki with a 14-day free trial.
If you're a fan of romance shenanigans, then it will be hard to pass on I Fell For A Fujoshi.
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Jump Festa 2023 Live Stream Details
Date: 2022 December 12 20:15 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from Japanese publishing giants Shueisha Inc. have just sent us details of an on-line event. The yearly mega event Jump Festa 2023 will live stream for international fans. Set to run from 17th to 18th December 2022 the streaming weekend will cover content around Jump titles. The various events will have either available with English subtitles and simultaneous interpretation or just English subtitles. This is the first time the content of the Jump Festa will be streamed in English, so you'll get to see everything just like a fan in Japan too!
You can visit https://www.youtube.com/c/jumpchannel during that time to catch the content.
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Makoto Shinkai's Suzume UK and Ireland Cinema Release Details
Date: 2022 December 06 20:33 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from anime streaming giant Crunchyroll have revealed that they have the UK and Ireland Streaming rights for Makoto Shinkai's latest film Suzume. The director is best known for anime box office smash hits Your Name and Weathering With You. Suzume is his latest offering in with the titular character must travel around various ruins across Japan closing doors that are the cause of devastation.
So far Suzume has earned 7.5 billion yen (approx. 55M USD) staying #1 at the box office in Japan for three consecutive weeks.
The movie is due to hit cinemas in the UK and Ireland from 14th April 2023.
Looking at the official trailer it's clear it has all the elements you'd expect in a Makoto Shinkai block. Detailed sets, bright blues, lush greens and golden sunshine. It's a look, an atheistic that has become the directors signature.
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Captain Corinth: The Galactic Navy Officer Becomes an Adventure Manga Release Details and Translator Interview
Date: 2022 December 02 19:34 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Manga
Manga publisher One Peace Books have sent us the details about an up coming release Captain Corinth: The Galactic Navy Officer Becomes an Adventurer. It's an isekai manga with a twist, the space captain Alan Corinth crashes into a world of swords and magic. The manga is based on the popular light novel series. The art for this manga by Tomomasa Takuma while translation is from Laura Egan.
Captain Corinth will be available on December 13th 2022. You can pre-order from Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk and all good booksellers.
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Akira Kurosawa Retrospective at the BFI 2023
Date: 2022 December 01 20:28 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks at the BFI have sent us details for an up coming Akira Kurosawa Retrospective. Set to run from Sunday 1st January 2023 until Tuesday 28th February 2023. The hugely influential cinematic legend is well covered here, with the two-month complete retrospective of 30 feature films! Divided into 6 themes there's so much to enjoy.
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One Piece Film: Red London Landmark Takeover
Date: 2022 November 23 20:44 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks from Anime Limited have just sent us details of a One Piece Film: Red London Landmark takeover. On Saturday 26th November 2022 between 18:00 - 23:00 video projections of the iconic anime pirates will appear opposite the London Eye and other key locations.
This follows a similar bit publicity at London's Kings Cross and a recent take over of New York's Times Square.
Visit onepiece.red to find screening near you in the UK and Ireland or go to https://ado.lnk.to/UtasSongsSO to enjoy the soundtrack.
You can also read our One Piece Film: Red movie review.
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Yen Press Announces Two Dozen New Licenses
Date: 2022 November 21 20:02 | Posted By: EeeperCategory > Anime
Manga publisher Yen Press announces at AnimeNYC their manga, light novels, manhwa line up, and more at industry panel.
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One Piece Film: Red Opens with Over £500,000 at UK and Ireland Weekend Box Office
Date: 2022 November 09 17:01 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from Anime Limited have sent us details of the weekend box office for One Piece Film: Red. The movie has earned over £500,000 in its opening weekend, becoming the biggest One Piece film in the UK and Ireland. It's always nice to see numbers like this for anime film.
In promoting the film in the UK, travellers passing through Kings Cross Station could also see the iconic straw hat on display promoting the film.
One Piece Film: Red is in cinemas now, showing in both Japanese with English subtitles, as well as an English language dub. To book tickets, please visit onepiece.red.
Listen to the soundtrack: https://ado.lnk.to/UtasSongsSO.
You can also read our One Piece Film: Red review to find out what we thought of the movie.
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Vinland Saga Season 2 to Stream on Crunchyroll
Date: 2022 October 26 19:56 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from anime streaming service Crunchyroll have sent us details of their latest streaming acquisition. Vinland Saga Season 2 will stream on the service simulcast from January 2023.
It follows the story of Thorfinn a young Viking with a passion for revenge (well that was season 1). Season 2 follows the further adventures of Thorfinn! The historical action anime series feels like tale Vikings would tell around a campfire at night. It's violent in a way you'd expect medieval Europe to be, and it's amusing to hear it all in Japanese. It's also great to see certain places in the UK get a mention as they off to Gainsborough and Bath in season 1!
We really enjoyed Season 1 (which is currently showing on Netflix and Amazon Prime).
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One Piece Film: Red Expands to Over 270 Screens Across UK and Ireland
Date: 2022 October 24 20:18 | Posted By: Joe
The good folks at Anime Limited have sent us a reminder about the upcoming new One Piece Film: Red which has now expanded it's screenings to over 270 cinemas and IMAX screens across the United Kingdom and Ireland from 4 November 2022.
Visit onepiecefilm.red to find a screening near you
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Anime Limited Acquired by Plaion Pictures
Date: 2022 October 24 20:17 | Posted By: EeeperCategory > Anime
Anime Limited have announced they've joined the PLAION group.
UK and French divisions of anime label purchased by division of Embracer Group for an undisclosed sum.
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Goodbye, DonGlees UK and Ireland Screening Details
Date: 2022 October 19 18:53 | Posted By: Joe
We've just been sent the details from the good folks at Anime Limited about the cinema release of Goodbye, DonGlees!. It's due to hit cinema screens around the UK and Ireland from 30th November 2022. Tickets on sale now.
The movie is from Atsuko Ishizuka who was responsible for the truly fantastic A Place Further Than The Universe.
Goodbye, DonGlees! is a about a group of friends who have little local adventures they call themselves Don Glees. One day the trio get blamed for a nearby forest fire, so they set off into the woods to prove their innocence. A coming-of-age adventure ensues.
You can find a screening near you and book tickets at dongleesfilm.co.uk.
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Art of Dragon Ball Showcase Auction at Heritage Auctions
Date: 2022 October 12 18:49 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Anime
The good folks from Heritage Auctions have sent us details of an upcoming Art of Dragon Ball Showcase Auction. Set to run from October 20 - November 17.
The auction line up contains plenty of production cels from Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, and Dragon Ball GT along with various other items.
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Kotatsu Festival 2022 Details
Date: 2022 October 11 21:10 | Posted By: JoeCategory > Events
The good folks from The Kotatsu Japanese Animation Festival have revealed their film line up for this autumn 2022. The long running Welsh Anime film festival always proves popular!
The festival will be hosted at the following venues:
Chapter Arts, Cardiff 1st - 2nd Oct 2022
Aberystwyth Arts Centre 28th Oct - 1st Nov 2022
Pontio, Bangor 31st Oct - 5th Nov 2022.
Each venue has pretty much something for everyone.
If you haven't caught them yet, we strongly recommend Inu-Oh, Pompo the Cinephile and Fortune Favours Lady Nikuko.
There's plenty of other titles to discover and explore!
Read More... | Souce: Kotatsu Festival
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