Baki Spin-off Stage Play Reveals Key Visual and Main Cast
Riku Noma plays Retsu Kaioh in the stage adaptation, which runs at Tokyo's OWLSPOT theater from March 19 to 22, 2027.
Source: crunchyroll.com
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TUBBZ Announces US-Exclusive One Piece Rubber Duck Collection
Luffy, Nami, Zoro and Usopp are being turned into rubber ducks in Mini, Collector's and Boxed editions, with preorders open on the official TUBBZ website.
Source: cbr.com
One Piece Chapter #1198 Gives Luffy a New Beast-Like Gear 5 Form
The chapter also shows Imu taking a large new form over the Elbaph battlefield, as Luffy rings out Saint Killingham's Rain God in the same chapter.
Source: screenrant.com
Banpresto's Super Saiyan Son Goku III Figure Heads Overseas in January 2027
The 22-centimeter Blood of Saiyans prize figure, modeled on Goku stopping Future Trunks' sword with one finger, will retail for US$28.99.
Source: cbr.com
Studio Ghibli Restocks Sold-Out Howl's Moving Castle Heen Tote Bag
The Flying Heen tote returns to Donguri Sora for 4,400 yen after selling out following its initial release earlier this year.
Source: cbr.com
Unico Character Fuku Kuji Lottery Set for November 21, 2026
Each draw costs 770 yen including tax, with Seven prize grades plus a Last Fuku Prize for the buyer of the final ticket.
Source: animeanime.jp
Esther Bunny and My Melody pop-up opens in Tokyo on November 11
The collaboration store runs at Lumine Est Shinjuku through November 23, then moves to Osaka's Lucua Irie from December 25 to January 7.
Source: animeanime.jp
San-X to launch 30-character sticker series in December 2026
The San-X Universe Zutto Issho Seal line includes Rilakkuma, Tarepanda and Sumikko Gurashi, priced at 440 yen per sticker.
Source: animeanime.jp
Matsumoto Pens Obi Blurb for Roku's House of Oddities Volume 2
The Kaiju No. 8 creator's recommendation appears on the wraparound obi of the horror-comedy manga's second volume, released in Japan on November 4, 2026.
Source: cbr.com
Tetsuo Hara Illustrates Maxie's Passion Card for Pokémon TCG's Hadō Seeker Set
The Pokémon Company and the Fist of the North Star creator announced the Special Art Rare card, which launches with the Hadō Seeker set on November 27.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
MegaHouse opens pre-orders for Goku, Bulma and dinosaur figure
The Desktop Real McCoy EX figure costs 27,820 yen and is scheduled to ship in May 2027, with orders limited to three per person.
Source: animeanime.jp
Bandai to Release 16th Demon Slayer Seal Wafer Set on November 9
The new set includes a '5th Rare' rarity marking five years of the Niformation line, and every card in the lineup is Super Rare or above.
Source: inside-games.jp
New Era unveils 25-piece Pokémon 30th anniversary collection
The capsule features embroidery of 12 Pokémon across caps, T-shirts, tote bags and neck pouches, with prices starting at 4,400 yen.
Source: animeanime.jp
Solo Leveling: Ragnarok Returns With Chapters 69-71, Cha Hae-in Back
KakaoPage published three new Solo Leveling: Ragnarok chapters on November 5, 2026, ending a hiatus and revealing how Cha Hae-in became trapped.
Source: screenrant.com
Bandai to launch Doraemon Bakery Charm gashapon in November 2026
The five-charm lineup includes Doraemon, Nobita, Dorami, Korobashiya and Ankipan, priced at 300 yen per play with tax included.
Source: inside-games.jp
Bandai Namco opens pre-orders for Berserk Femto S.H.Figuarts figure at $129.99
The 6.5-inch ABS and PVC figure is listed for pre-order at Entertainment Earth and is expected to reach buyers around September 2027.
Source: cbr.com
One Piece Wampi no Mi figure set 27th release set for November
Bandai's 27th Wampi no Mi set includes six figures, among them Luffy in Gear 5, packaged in Devil Fruit-shaped capsules for 500 yen per play.
Source: inside-games.jp
Furyu to Launch Chiikawa 'Passing Ramen' Noodle Stopper Figures
The prize figure line features Chiikawa and Hachiware crying over celebratory ramen, and releases from late November 2026.
Source: inside-games.jp
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Manga Volume 3 Confirmed for December 2026
The third volume continues Cal Kestis's story after his lightsaber is destroyed, sending him to new planets and into his own past.
Source: screenrant.com
Takara Tomy Reveals 1/100 Blade Liger AB Van Specification Kit
The RMZ-028 kit is a revised version of the first REALIZE MODEL Blade Liger and arrives in June 2027 for 8,250 yen, about US$53.
Source: cbr.com
Hozuki's Coolheadedness 15th Anniversary Exhibition Reveals Merchandise Lineup
The Tokyo run at WHAT CAFE opens February 4, 2027, with reproduction artwork, acrylic stands and purchase bonuses for visitors.
Source: animeanime.jp
Gintama x Bizniz second goods line opens preorders until November 23
The lineup features the Yorozuya, Hijikata, Katsura, Elizabeth and Hedoro on items shipping in late February 2027.
Source: animeanime.jp
Blokees Defender Version 09 Power of the Primes Wave Hits Retail
The new Transformers kit lineup includes a Transmetal II Megatron with dragon mode, Optimal Optimus and a wave of Prime figures.
Source: cbr.com
Flame of Recca Manga Free in Full on Sunday Webry Until November 7
All 33 volumes are readable in the app, but the browser version limits readers to the first three chapters, according to news.denfaminicogamer.jp.
Source: news.denfaminicogamer.jp
MegaHouse Opens Pre-Orders for VAKIT Dwadge G Type Kit
The partially painted kit from Mobile Suit Gundam: The Revival of Zeon is priced at 8,800 yen and ships in July 2027.
Source: animeanime.jp
Namco to launch Sanrio 'Kawaii Mamire - Hoshi Mamire (Blue)' prizes on November 13
The Namco-exclusive lineup includes plush toys, mascots and mini mascots in pastel blue star designs, with quantities limited.
Source: animeanime.jp
Hana-Kimi Gets Live-Action Series and First Stage Play for 30th Anniversary
The eight-episode series premieres on NTV on December 5, with Hana Kawamura and Makoto Hasegawa in the lead roles.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com +1
My Hero Academia Ichiban Kuji lottery spotlights female characters from November 30
The Ichiban Kuji My Hero Academia -Their Stories- lineup runs from Prize A to Prize H plus a Last One Prize, all featuring female characters, at 850 yen per draw.
Source: animeanime.jp
THE★JOJO WORLD OSAKA to open December 4 with nine new Araki villain illustrations
The Osaka venue will display nine newly drawn villain illustrations by Hirohiko Araki at its entrance and sell them as goods, with free admission.
Source: animeanime.jp
Fool Night Anime Lands on Netflix November 26, 2026
Sunrise and SHAFT co-produce the 12-episode adaptation of Kasumi Yasuda's manga, all released at once.
Source: screenrant.com
Shimamura to launch Initial D apparel and goods on November 7
The collection features sweatshirts, hoodies and bags printed with cars such as the Hachi-Roku and RX-7, sold online from 15:00.
Source: inside-games.jp
Hana-Kimi Gets Live-Action Drama and Stage Play for 30th Anniversary
NTV's 8-episode series premieres December 5, 2026, with Kawamura Hana, Hasegawa Shin and Fujiwara Itsuki as triple leads and a stage tour to follow.
Source: animeanime.jp
Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game Part 2 key visual revealed via Phantom Parade
The artwork debuted through the mobile and PC game's Grand Thanksgiving Festival, Phantom Parade's third anniversary event. No release date has been announced.
Source: cbr.com
Shimamura to Launch One Piece Shopping Bags on November 7
The bags feature the hats of Luffy, Ace and Sabo, a Luffy and Shanks scene, the pirate flag and the Sunny, sold via Shimamura Park.
Source: inside-games.jp
Volks unveils 1/4 scale Makinami Mari Illustrious resin kit
The 79.5 cm Zettai Ryouiki assembly kit is priced at 115,500 yen including tax, with orders opening at Hobby Round 35 on November 7, 2026.
Source: inside-games.jp
Takeichi Abaraya's Rematch With You Manga Launches on YanChan Web in November 2026
The manga has its own official X/Twitter account, and Akita Shoten's YanChan Web site will host the launch later in November 2026.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Entertainment Earth Opens Pre-Orders for Kuromi Funko Pop! at $16.99
The retailer-exclusive Hello Kitty figure shows Kuromi in a bear costume and is scheduled to reach collectors in December 2026.
Source: cbr.com
Shimamura to Launch Natsume's Book of Friends Goods on November 7
The winter lineup includes a hooded wearable blanket with cat ears and Nyanko Sensei-themed accessories, available in stores and online.
Source: inside-games.jp
Prime 1 Studio opens pre-orders for life-size Shiro figure at 1,320,000 yen
The 1/1 scale No Game No Life figure stands 72 cm tall and weighs about 52.6 kg, with release scheduled for around June 2027.
Source: inside-games.jp
Hanzo to sell KochiKame ukiyo-e print and fabric board on November 6
Hanzo's Ukiyo-e Kobo shop will offer a 27,500-yen giclée print and a 3,960-yen fabric board themed on KochiKame, according to animeanime.jp.
Source: animeanime.jp
Blokees reveals $4.99 Volcanicus accessory kit for Dinobot model line
The Transformers Defender Version kit adds joints and plates to combine the five separately sold Dinobot figures into Volcanicus, with a January 2027 release planned.
Source: cbr.com
Bushiroad Works releases Sky Isekai Bistro Ten volume 5 on November 6
The fifth volume of the Comic Growl series, which has passed 200,000 copies in circulation, is priced at 880 yen including tax and is published by Bushiroad Works with KADOKAWA handling sales.
Source: gamebiz.jp
Tokyu Revives 1975 Rose of Versailles Christmas Event
The 'Oscar's Christmas' collaboration runs from November 5 to December 25, 2026, with themed cakes, foods, a print pop-up and life-size character panels.
Source: animeanime.jp
Monthly Shonen Champion December Issue Features Enako on Cover
The extra-large December issue of Akita Shoten's Monthly Shonen Champion also includes a Tachibana Mai center gravure and a DVD with Enako and Shinonome Umi.
Source: animeanime.jp
Sanrio characters Holiday Collection 2026 Happy Kuji set for December 4
The holiday lottery lineup puts 10 Sanrio characters in ballet-core outfits, with a big Kuromi plush as the top prize and a winking Hello Kitty as the Last Prize.
Source: animeanime.jp
Bandai Spirits Opens Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Ichiban Kuji on November 6
Each draw costs 750 yen, with a Sakura Kinomoto figure in the Clear Card arc opening outfit as the A prize.
Source: animeanime.jp
Bandai Spirits Opens Street Fighter 6 Lottery With Ken, Ed, JP Figures
The second Ichiban Kuji for Street Fighter 6 goes on sale from March 13, 2027, at 800 yen per draw, with MASTERLISE figures as top prizes.
Source: animeanime.jp
Ichiban Kuji JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Lottery Re-Released March 6, 2027
Bandai Spirits will re-release the Ichiban Kuji JoJo's Bizarre Adventure The Gathering of STARS lottery at 850 yen per draw including tax.
Source: animeanime.jp +1
Uma Musume Ichiban Kuji 15th edition opens March 16, 2027
Bandai Spirits has detailed the top prizes for the lottery, including 1/7 scale Gracemaster figures of Gentildonna, Still in Love and Almond Eye.
Source: animeanime.jp
Trigun Manuscript novel announced, co-written by Nightow and Oxi
The novel is set in the same timeline as Trigun Stampede and Trigun Stargaze and was revealed in Shueisha's Jump SQ. Rise.
Source: cbr.com +1
The Remarried Empress live-action series debuts on Disney+ and Hulu
The adaptation from Studio N stars Shin Min-a as Navier and has four episodes available on the two platforms.
Source: cbr.com
Titan Manga Licenses 5 Manga Titles for Summer 2027
The five titles include Kuruno Loves the Occult! and Revenge of the Rock 'n' Roll Sisters, with release dates running from May 2 to August 3, 2027.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com +1
Lycoris Recoil: Friends are thieves of time. Shorts Get Manga Adaptation
The manga adaptation will follow the daily lives of the characters at Café LycoReco, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Talking to launch 13-piece Chiikawa Fluffy Time goods on November 6
The lineup includes a boa blouson, knitwear, long-sleeve T-shirts, a fur hat, a fur scarf and a fur bag, with prices starting at 7,150 yen.
Source: inside-games.jp
Godzilla Moko-Moko Applique-Style Keychains Launch Late November 2026
The five-type capsule toy line includes Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, Hedorah and Mechagodzilla at 400 yen per play, according to animeanime.jp.
Source: animeanime.jp
AGF 2026 confirms 106 exhibitors, up 49% from last year
The anime and game convention runs December 4-6 at KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1 in Ilsan, with NCSOFT as main sponsor.
Source: techm.kr
Kakao Piccoma Launches Lulumiru, a BL-Only E-Bookstore
Lulumiru offers a seme x uke compatibility search and tag filtering, with a 50% off coupon for members who register by November 30, 2026.
Source: gamebiz.jp
Chiikawa Mogumogu Honpo marks 3rd anniversary with new items on November 13
Terakoya will release the anniversary collection in stores on November 13, 2026, with online sales starting at 9:30 the same day.
Source: inside-games.jp
Seven Seas Licenses Led by Stars Manga and Melting Point Manhwa
Seven Seas also announced audiobooks for the 7th Time Loop short story collection and two other titles under its Siren imprint.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Make the Exorcist Fall in Love Volume 16 Ships, Final Arc Begins
The 16th compiled volume is out from Shueisha, and its jacket band states that Aruma Arima and Masuku Fukayama's manga has entered its final arc.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Manhwa artist Seung Nam Ha dies at 68
The Korea Cartoonist Association announced Ha's death on November 2; he debuted in 1980 and joined Japan's cartoonists' body in 2007.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Murata Launches Kickstarter for English Across the Strange Edge Vol. 2
The campaign also funds a deluxe hardcover omnibus of the first two volumes, with a goal of €7,000 by December 17.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Miri Mikawa, Kairi Shimotsuki Launch New Manga on November 24
The fantasy series follows Hiori, who disguises herself as a man to avenge her sister and reach the imperial throne in a land called Ryū no Hara.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Solo Leveling: Ragnarok Returns With Episodes 69–71, One Day Early
The webtoon resumed on KakaoPage with new artist Sanjimseung and a weekly Wednesday schedule; no English release date is confirmed.
Source: cbr.com +1
Sakamoto Holidays Spinoff Manga Nears Its Climax
The spinoff centered on former hit man Taro Sakamoto is approaching its finale, as Sakamoto Days reaches its 29th volume.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Thank You Mart opens pre-orders for third Haikyu!! goods wave
Online pre-orders began November 4, 2026, with in-store sales from early February 2027; the lineup includes team designs and Shimada Mart motifs.
Source: animeanime.jp
Dragon Ball Store Tokyo exclusive Son Goku & Shenron figure set for November 2026
Bandai Spirits' S.H.Figuarts set costs 8,800 yen including tax and reproduces the coloring of the statue inside the Dragon Ball Store Tokyo shop.
Source: animeanime.jp
Seraph of the End: Vampire Reign Manga Ends December 4
The series will close with its 37th compiled volume, after Shueisha shipped volume 36 on May 1 and Viz Media prepares volume 35 for November 10.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Crown Princess Manga Ends Serialization
Watari's manga I'm Running for Crown Princess, but All I Want is a Steady Paycheck! has concluded; Kadokawa released its eighth volume on January 30.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Jim Rugg Unveils Astro Boy Blacklight Poster for Tezuka Documentary
The limited-edition 18 x 24-inch poster, inspired by 1970s psychedelic designs, is offered through the Kickstarter for TEZUKA! God of Manga.
Source: animecorner.me
Sister Resistar Manga to End in Two Chapters, Finale Set for November 23
Big Comic Spirits says Mari Okada and Makoto Ojiro's series will conclude with its November 23 chapter, barring delays, with a fifth volume due January 29.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
The Ramparts of Ice Manga Gets Fan Book With New Epilogue Chapter
The fan book ships on January 4 and includes an epilogue chapter set after the manga's final chapter, the series' official X account announced.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Keigo Maki Launches Witch on the Holy Night Manga on November 11, 2026
The adaptation of Type-Moon's visual novel will debut in Weekly Shounen Magazine issue 50, with Kinoko Nasu and Type-Moon credited for the original work.
Source: myanimelist.net
I'm Not Even an NPC In This Otome Game! Manga Ends
The manga adaptation of Gyokuro's light novel, drawn by Himeno, has concluded its run on Square Enix's Manga UP! platform.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Dragon Ball Super Dropped From Jump Festa Art Zone Lineup
Shueisha's November 2 update gives the space to the Metaphor: ReFantazio manga, though Dragon Ball Super keeps a Toei Animation booth exhibit.
Source: polygon.com
S.H.Figuarts Reveals My Hero Academia Endeavor Figure for April 2027
The Flame Hero stands about 185mm tall and ships with four face parts and flame effects, priced at 13,200 yen including tax.
Source: animeanime.jp
Sega opens Magical Circle Guru Guru online lottery with staff mirror prize
The online lucky kuji runs until December 21, 2026, with each play costing 840 yen plus 660 yen shipping on the first purchase.
Source: animeanime.jp
Bandai to reissue Kamen Rider Mejirushi Accessory BEST gashapon in November 2026
The 10-item lineup includes Ryuki's Card Deck, Zeztz's Impact Capsem and a clear-material Gaia Memory from W, priced at 300 yen per play.
Source: animeanime.jp
Shimamura to launch Initial D apparel and goods on November 7
The collection includes trainers, parkas, bags and tumblers, with some items sold only through the Shimamura Park online store.
Source: inside-games.jp
Skater launches Pan Dorobou random drawstring lunch bags
Six designs, one of them secret, retail for 1,155 yen each, with a full six-piece box set priced at 6,930 yen.
Source: animeanime.jp
S.H.Figuarts Nami -New World- Opens Pre-Orders November 2
Bandai Spirits' new Nami figure costs 7,700 yen and is set for release in May 2027, with a bonus part for the Luffy figure included.
Source: animeanime.jp
Immersive Ukiyo-e Show in Gifu to Sell Sanrio Museum Goods
The 'Ugoki-dasu Ukiyo-e' digital art exhibition opens at Gifu City Museum of History on November 6, 2026, with Sanrio Characters merchandise on sale.
Source: animeanime.jp
Urban Myth Dissolution Center Manga Adaptation Ends in Ribon
Ishikawa's manga adaptation, launched in Shueisha's Ribon in April 2025, has concluded, with a third compiled volume shipped on August 19.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Takara Tomy's Pura-Comic toy line debuts with Conan and Sanrio
The manga-panel-shaped collectibles go on sale December 26, 2026, at 1,628 yen each, with one Detective Conan item sold at 7-Eleven.
Source: animeanime.jp
Dark Horse to Publish Gou Tanabe's Charles Dexter Ward Manga in March 2027
The first volume of the Lovecraft adaptation runs 178 pages and costs $14.99, launching a multi-volume series.
Source: screenrant.com
Marvel's Spider-Woman #1 puts Jessica Drew in Carnage's grip
Written by Dan Watters with art by Andrea Broccardo, Spider-Woman #1 launches Jessica Drew into a solo run as the Carnage symbiote's jailer.
Source: screenrant.com
NTT Solmare Partially Restores Comic CMOA After Breach
Comic CMOA users must reset their passwords to access restored features, including browser reading and plan cancellations, NTT Solmare said.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 9 Reveals Donut's New Class: Vibe Coder
New chapters on Matt Dinniman's Patreon show Donut taking the Vibe Coder class over Nepo Baby, complete with a level-10 Opposite Day spell.
Source: screenrant.com
Kyūri Yamada Launches New Manga Nanabun no Survivor on Comic Days
Kodansha's Comic Days announced the new series, which also begins serialization on YanMaga Web on November 16, 2026.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Manga ONE to Launch Yome wo Dungeon de Koroshitai Manga on November 3
Writer Toshimichi Uzō and artist Yuitsu are behind the new series, announced by Shogakukan's platform on October 30, 2026.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Nico Nicholson Launches New Manga Series
The creator of My Lovesick Life as a '90s Otaku has started a new manga, teased with a tagline about living alone.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Voltage, Toei Animation Reveal Otome Game Kakan Ruirui for Switch
The dark fantasy otome title launches digitally on Nintendo Switch in 2027 and will support both Japanese and English.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Mecha Comic Marks 20th Anniversary With Congratulatory Art From Tsukasa Hojo
The digital comic service celebrated its 20th anniversary on November 2, 2026, with illustrated messages from manga artists posted on X, per animeanime.jp.
Source: animeanime.jp
Chiikawa Onesies and Smartphone Toy Set for October Release
The onesies come in Chiikawa, Hachiware and Usagi designs, while the Chiikawa Phone Smart toy packs 70 apps and launches October 31.
Source: animeanime.jp
Jump Festa 2027 shop lineup and stage roster announced
Shueisha lists merchandise for ONE PIECE and Sakamoto Days, with stages covering 15 works at Makuhari Messe in December 2026.
Source: animeanime.jp
Chiikawa Bakery unveils Christmas Santa breads and holiday goods
Santa-shaped breads go on sale from November 13 to December 27, 2026, with a limited package for a set of three, cinemacafe.net reports.
Source: cinemacafe.net
Demon Slayer, Kakiyasu Dining Launch Wagyu Bento; Reservations Open Nov 2
The Kuroge Wagyu Mugen Gyunabe Bento comes with one of three mini kinchaku pouches, and web orders through Kakiyoyaku add a random acrylic coaster.
Source: animeanime.jp
Opera Manga Magazine Ends Print Run, Moves Digital in Spring 2027
Akaneshinsha's Opera shipped its 100th and final print issue on October 30, 2026, with a commemorative exhibition opening in Tokyo in December.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Five Naver Webtoon Titles Win 2026 Today's Korean Comics Awards
The Korea Cartoonist Association and the culture ministry named the winners on October 20; each receives 7 million won and a minister's award.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Number Nine cuts stated capital by 249 million yen
The manga IP publisher filed the capital reduction in the official gazette dated November 2, alongside a 639 million yen cut to capital reserve.
Source: gamebiz.jp
Manga artist Shun Saeki ends exclusive contract with Shueisha
Saeki said they are accepting inquiries for new projects but cannot take on long-term work, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com +1
Parallel Leap Syndrome Manga to End in Two Chapters
Nobuyuki Takahashi's romantic comedy, serialized in Young King Ours, is wrapping up, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Marvel's New Avengers #1 Puts Captain Marvel at 10% Power
Carol Danvers can no longer fly in Avengers #1, which reveals that she is operating at a fraction of her usual power.
Source: screenrant.com
Moonzzi's Supernatural Romance Webtoon Our Ancestors Are Watching Debuts
Our Ancestors Are Watching, about a college freshman who sees ancestral spirits, launched on Webtoon on October 21, 2026, per Screen Rant.
Source: screenrant.com
MANGA MIRAI to Shut Down December 15, 2026; 139 Titles Can't Transfer
The service will close on December 15, 2026, and readers have until November 30, 2026 to create a MangaPlaza account for transfers, according to cbr.com.
Source: cbr.com
Prime1 Studio Opens Preorders for Life-Size Marin Kitagawa Statue at $7,999
The 1/1 scale My Dress-Up Darling figure stands 164cm tall, ships with two outfits and is slated for delivery between March and June 2028.
Source: cbr.com +2
One Piece Chapter #1197: Sanji Awakens Conqueror's Haki
In chapter #1197, Sanji unlocks Conqueror's Haki and says he will serve as Luffy's shield while Zoro acts as his sword.
Source: screenrant.com
Norihiro Yagi Launches Batrlet Fairy Basslet on Shounen Jump+
The Claymore creator's new manga follows Brunhilde, a princess and knight captain, and debuted on Shueisha's Shounen Jump+ on Monday.
Source: myanimelist.net +2
Toei Report: One Piece Tops Dragon Ball With ¥13.836 Billion
Toei Animation's April–September 2026 results put One Piece ahead of Dragon Ball by 1.483 billion yen, while Dragon Ball still leads licensing in Japan.
Source: screenrant.com
Blobtopia Manga to End in Three Chapters, Creator Says
Jun Kirarazaka said on X that the series will finish with three more chapters, one of them a side story, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Hiromasa Okujima's Shijūkara ga Naku Koro ni Ends at Chapter 8
The author announced the manga's ending on X on Saturday; the series follows the daily life of a 41-year-old businessman.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
MAYLA Opens Pre-Orders for Death Note Iconic Belt
The gothic-style belt costs 16,500 yen including tax, with a detachable chain and two front-facing motifs.
Source: animeanime.jp
Titan Comics sets March 2027 release for Snoopy facsimile collection
The 128-page paperback, the 23rd in Titan's Peanuts Facsimile series, gathers 122 strips from 1965 and 1966 and costs $7.99.
Source: screenrant.com
Hiroshi Fukuda launches Koko wa Kagari no Territory manga on November 30
Nihonbungeisha's Comic Heaven announced the new series from the Rock Is a Lady's Modesty author, also rendered as Here is Kagari's Territory.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com +1
Bandai Spirits to launch Demon Slayer Ichiban Kuji on December 21
The lottery is themed on the Entertainment District Arc and includes a MASTERLISE figure of Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui, shown in a provoking pose.
Source: inside-games.jp
Bandai to release JoJo Part 5 mouse sheets in November 2026
The Flat Gashapon collection features six die-cut mouse sheets of Golden Wind characters in a deformed style, at 500 yen per play.
Source: inside-games.jp
Shimamura to launch Koji Koji × Sanrio goods on November 3
The lineup includes a pocketable tote, lip case, pass case and shopping bag, with designs pairing Koji Koji with Little Twin Stars, Kuromi and Hangyodon.
Source: inside-games.jp
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Villain Figures Lead Ichiban Kuji Lottery
Bandai Spirits' Ichiban Kuji JoJo's Bizarre Adventure The Gathering of RIVALS launches November 21, 2026, with villain MASTERLISE PLUS figures and a Stand Arrow prize.
Source: animeanime.jp
Bandai to release Kamen Rider sticker wafer vol. 5 on November 2
The fifth set in Bandai's deformed-illustration sticker line adds Kamen Rider BLACK and a new 5th Rare tier, priced at 154 yen including tax.
Source: inside-games.jp
Naver Webtoon launches vertical-scroll Junji Ito collection with Tomie
The collection debuts on Naver Webtoon's Maeil+ and Naver Series, marking the first time Ito's manga has been reformatted as a vertical-scroll webtoon.
Source: venturesquare.net
Kotomi Bears reveals One Piece blind box bears at Smyths UK
The One Piece cosplay bear line is available to pre-order at Smyths in the UK, with each 5-inch bear in a blind box that plays a sound.
Source: uk-anime.net
Bandai Spirits to launch 4 JoJo's Bizarre Adventure prize items from November
The lineup includes a Figlife! Killer Queen figure, a Sheer Heart Attack rug mat, Chibigurumi vol.3 and a returning full-color tumbler.
Source: inside-games.jp
Prime 1 Studio Opens Pre-Orders for $899 Lucy Statue
The 1/5 scale Cyberpunk: Edgerunners figure is expected to ship between March and June 2028, with LED lighting and two head parts.
Source: screenrant.com
Aiup unveils five antique-style Detective Conan goods lines for December 2026
The lineup includes 8-type domiteria keychains at 825 yen and three 8-type can badge series at 550 yen each, with advance reservations open now.
Source: animeanime.jp
Chiikawa x Sanrio socks launch October 30, holiday sweatshirt follows
The mismatched sneaker-length socks pair Chiikawa with Cinnamoroll and Hachiware with Hello Kitty; a HAPPY HOLIDAYS sweatshirt arrives November 6, 2026.
Source: animeanime.jp
Chiikawa Christmas Market unveils limited goods ahead of October 31 ticket sale
The 6,000-square-meter event at Toyosuna Park runs November 24 to December 25, 2026, with a 6-meter symbol tree and 35 original food items.
Source: animeanime.jp +1
Sumikko Gurashi Kohikan Happy Bag 2027 to go on sale December 3, 2026
The second Sumikko Gurashi and Kohikan collaboration includes a stretchable tote bag, a hot cake cushion and drip bags, priced at 4,980 yen including tax.
Source: animeanime.jp
The Apothecary Diaries: The Movie Ichiban Kuji Set for December 5
The lottery line includes Maomao and Jinshi figures in theatrical costumes under the new Dioramiquemaster brand, at 800 yen per draw.
Source: animeanime.jp
Meiji Milk Chocolate Marks 100 Years With 40 Manga Creators
The brand also enlisted 21 gallery artists for original anniversary pieces, Meiji announced on Wednesday.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Ichiban Kuji Dragon Ball Fantastic Adventure 3 set for November 28
The lottery line launches at FamilyMart, Mini Stop and other Japanese stores on November 28, 2026, at 800 yen per draw, with online sales opening December 1.
Source: animeanime.jp
Avail opens made-to-order HUNTER×HUNTER Chimera Ant goods
Orders for the apparel, pouches and miscellaneous items run on the Shimamura Park online store from October 24 to November 1, 2026.
Source: inside-games.jp
Skater unveils two Moomin stainless steel travel mugs at 3,850 yen
The 330 ml vacuum-insulated mugs come with slide drinking lids and will be sold through Skater's online shops and mass retailers.
Source: animeanime.jp
Premium Bandai opens lottery for MGSD Kshatriya Gunpla at 7,700 yen
Premium Bandai is accepting lottery entries for the MGSD Kshatriya until November 2 at 15:00, with winners announced November 5 and shipping in December.
Source: inside-games.jp
Vault Comics to Launch Monthly Dungeon Crawler Carl Series in January 2027
The first issue covers the opening two chapters of the WEBTOON adaptation and runs 48 pages for $3.99, Vault Comics announced.
Source: screenrant.com
Avail to launch Gudetama goods in stores and online on October 31
The lineup includes a die-cut cushion shaped like the character, a hugging pillow, a shopping bag and various charms.
Source: inside-games.jp
Sideshow opens pre-orders for $645 Gengar Diorama statue
The 14.5-inch polystone piece shows Gastly, Haunter and Gengar under a twisted tree, with delivery expected from late 2027.
Source: cbr.com
LEGO unveils first Dragon Ball set with Shenron and Goku for November
The LEGO Icons Dragon Ball Shenron & Goku set (11390) has 1,764 pieces and costs $179.99 USD.
Source: gamerant.com
Jujutsu Kaisen Final Exhibition Trailer Reveals Akutami's Unreleased Art
The exhibition of Gege Akutami's concept art and unreleased work runs in Shinjuku from December 25, 2026, to January 25, 2027.
Source: screenrant.com
Solo Leveling: Ragnarok Season 3 Returns Nov. 5 With Three Episodes
D&C Media confirmed episodes 69-71 will arrive together on KakaoPage, with new chapters following every Thursday.
Source: cbr.com +1
Gundam leather pass cases from STRICT-G and AGILITY go on sale October 31
The collection features Earth Federation Forces, Principality of Zeon and Char Aznable emblems, each pass case priced at 7,700 yen.
Source: inside-games.jp
Manga UP! Global Adds Seven English Titles in 10-Day Run
Square Enix's Manga UP! Global released seven manga in English between October 22 and October 31, 2026, including a new series by Horimiya artist Daisuke Hagiwara.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Mushoku Tensei: Dasoku-hen Light Novel Ends With Volume 4 on November 25
MF Books announced on its official X account that the fourth volume will be the series' final one, with Seven Seas' English edition due in July 2027.
Source: myanimelist.net
Sailor Moon and CACAOCAT unveil second chocolate collaboration
The three-month lineup starts on November 16, 2026 with 10 illustrated tins of six chocolates, one for each Sailor Guardian.
Source: animeanime.jp
Naniwa Danshi Halloween Cosplay Draws Black Butler Author's Reaction
Ryuusei Onishi dressed as Ciel Phantomhive, and Black Butler author Yana Toboso responded on X with a starry-eyed emoji.
Source: animeanime.jp
PIZZA-LA to sell San-X Universe plate and sticker pack from November 4
The limited pack adds 420 yen to any pizza and features Rilakkuma, Sumikko Gurashi and Tarepanda in a design made only for PIZZA-LA.
Source: animeanime.jp
Comic Cmoa Partially Resumes Service After Two-Week Shutdown
The e-comic site restored browser reading and subscription cancellation on October 29, 2026, but users must reissue passwords first.
Source: animeanime.jp
Chiikawa Prison Potato Snack and minum Hair Care Launch in November 2026
The 171-yen potato snack arrives November 2, while minum's second Chiikawa hair care line follows in early November with sets priced from 3,520 yen.
Source: animeanime.jp
Kadokawa Launches English Manga Label on KadoComi
The new Kadokawa World Manga label provides English-language chapters of select series and supports international creators through the Kadokawa World Manga Atelier.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Dippin' Dots Recreates Chiikawa Manga Scene in Real Life
The US ice cream brand's official X account thanked creator Nagano after Chiikawa and Hachiware fell into a pit of Dippin' Dots beads in the manga.
Source: animeanime.jp
Cooking Papa Manga Offers 1,735 Chapters Free for 72 Hours
Kodansha's campaign on Comic Days runs until November 1 but excludes the latest volume and later chapters, covering up to chapter 1735.
Source: news.denfaminicogamer.jp
Haikyu!! Art Exhibition 'Challengers' Opens in Tokyo
The Mori Arts Center Gallery show runs through January 11, 2027 and includes newly drawn illustrations in its third zone.
Source: animeanime.jp
Bandai Spirits Opens Ichiban Kuji Made in Abyss on October 31
The lottery features a Bondrewd MASTERLISE figure as Prize A and a Nanachi & Mitty Revible Moment figure as Prize B, at 850 yen per draw.
Source: inside-games.jp
Avail to launch Ranma 1/2 design goods on November 7
The lineup includes hoodies featuring the main character and Shampoo, shopping bags and a back-boa blanket, sold in stores and online from noon.
Source: inside-games.jp
RisingJoy to Release 20 AI-Generated Vertical Anime Titles by Winter 2027
The Singapore-based studio says the titles are developed by its in-house team with AI as a production tool, bringing its total output to 30 series.
Source: cbr.com
Outsider Paradise manga moves to Kadokawa's KadoComi
Rin Suzukawa's series leaves Futabasha's Manga Action and will continue in full color from chapter 19 on KadoComi, with three chapters online now.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Shiretto Sugee koto Itteru Gal Manga Enters 4-5 Month Hiatus
Shueisha will still release the sixth compiled volume on November 18, 2026, while the series is on break.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM MSV Launches With 2 New Designs
The December 2026 issue of Hobby Japan carries the first installment, featuring the Rising Freedom CDE-Spec and Immortal Justice CDE-Spec.
Source: cbr.com
Seven Seas Sets Audiobook for Villain Aristocrat, Licenses Four Titles
The audiobook of The Misdeeds of an Extremely Arrogant Villain Aristocrat arrives November 12, 2026, alongside three manga and one novel due in 2027.
Source: crunchyroll.com
Shōta Kōno's Nightmare of Oveja Negra launches on Manga Plus
The science fiction horror series follows a space-junk salvage crew that answers a distress signal, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Manga Daily Report About My Witch Senpai Ends Serialization
The Mochida manga was serialized on the Manga Cross site; Seven Seas released its fifth English volume in November 2025.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
South Korea Holds First AI Creative Contest Finals for Children
About 300 finalists and family members attended the October 24 round at Kakao AI Campus, following preliminary events in 10 regions.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
The Remarried Empress Webtoon Side Stories Launch October 29
Naver WEBTOON announced the side stories will debut on its Daily Plus service at 10:00 p.m. KST and also appear on its global services.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Sixth A Court of Thorns and Roses novel goes on sale
Bloomsbury has set January 12, 2027, for A Court of Forgotten Melody, an 896-page follow-up priced at $38 USD.
Source: screenrant.com
IPX secures South Korean IP rights for Naruto and Sgt. Frog
IPX will handle product development, licensing and pop-up events for Naruto as its official Korean licensing channel.
Source: techm.kr
Minami Mizuno's New Manga Fujikawa Minori wa Erabenai. Launches November 28
The Nijiiro Days creator's new series will run in Cocohana, with its first chapter in the January 2027 issue.
Source: myanimelist.net +1
Natsume Ono to Launch KORORE Spinoff Manga in February 2027
The new series, set in the same Dowa Kingdom as ACCA and BADON, will debut in Monthly Big Gangan's third 2027 issue, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Sachiko Uguisu's Manga Kaikai Gigigigigi Ends Serialization
The series about three high school students investigating strange phenomena ran on Futabasha's Comic Action platform.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Tsunami Umino's Omiai Tantei Katabiranotsuji Nagi Gets Serialization in Melody
Hakusensha's Melody will launch the serialization in its February 2027 issue on December 25, incorporating the original one-shot.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
My Husband is a Doomsday Weapon Manga Ends Serialization
Kodansha USA Publishing will release the first English volume on December 22, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Toyotarou Draws Garana, Manga-Only Dragon Ball Super Character
The Dragon Ball Super artist shared new Garana artwork and said the gorilla-like character is stronger than Shisami.
Source: cbr.com
Himitsu Season 0 Spinoff Manga Enters Final Arc
Reiko Shimizu's spinoff to Himitsu - Top Secret has begun its last arc, with Hakusensha publishing the 12th volume on July 3.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Sophie Powers Voices Evelynn on New K/DA EP FIRESTARTER
The hyperpop artist performs several new songs as the League of Legends character and will take the stage at Worlds on November 14.
Source: screenrant.com
Premium Bandai Opens Pre-Orders for Kakyoin Sunglasses and Doll Pouch
The soul-drained Kakyoin doll pouch is priced at 2,420 yen, while the sunglasses from Sabae-based Yamamoto Megane cost 14,300 yen.
Source: inside-games.jp
Cinnamoroll, Doutor Coffee unveil nine Fukubukuro 2027 sets
Reservations open October 30, 2026, with sets priced from 2,400 to 12,000 yen that include plush toys, tote bags and coffee.
Source: animeanime.jp +1
AGF 2026 Red Stage lineup adds Fate/Grand Order, Re:Zero voice actor sessions
The Red Stage timetable lists 11 sessions in Hall 5B on December 5 and 6, with advance tickets on Melon Ticket from November 20.
Source: gamemeca.com
The Rose of Versailles Art Book Gets Print Exhibition in Tokyo
About 50 print works made from Riyoko Ikeda's illustrations will be shown and sold at EDITION88's flagship shop in Shinagawa from November 12 to 29, 2026.
Source: animeanime.jp
FuRyu to Release Chiikawa Noodle Stopper Figures in November 2026
The prize figure set features Chiikawa and Hachiware crying happy tears over celebratory ramen after passing the weed-pulling certification exam.
Source: inside-games.jp
Aida Mayumi's Marionette Gets First Major Art Exhibition in Tokyo
The show at Vanilla Gallery runs October 28 to November 8, 2026, with about 70 items including original manuscripts and color illustrations.
Source: animeanime.jp
Chiikawa Study Poster Leads New Merchandise Wave
A bath-safe A4 study poster goes on sale October 28, 2026, alongside Magical Chiikawa sticker sheets and a fourth Memopon stamp set.
Source: animeanime.jp
Masaki Andō's Mojiponika! Manga Ends in Afternoon on November 25
Kodansha released the manga's third compiled volume on August 21; the series launched in Afternoon in May 2025.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Solo Leveling: Ragnarok Returns for Season 3 With New Artist
D&C Media said the webtoon is coming back for a third season, with Sanjimseung taking over as illustrator and new Sung Suho cover art revealed.
Source: cbr.com +1
saku to Launch Kimi to Sakura no Hanataba wo Manga on November 1
Magazine Pocket announced on X that the Yome ga Kuru! artist's new series will debut on Kodansha's platform on November 1, 2026.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Meiji Milk Chocolate 100th Anniversary Exhibition to Feature 40 Manga Artists
Mitsuru Adachi, Tsukasa Hojo, Ai Yazawa and the Frieren team are among the 40 artists contributing new works to the December show in Tokyo.
Source: animeanime.jp +1
Eito Chida Launches Battle Fantasy Manga Hoshibarai no Chidori
The manga follows two boys, Chidori and Shin, who face star spirits that devour wishes, according to Anime News Network.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Maison de FLEUR unveils Miffy and Boris collection for November 3
The six-piece line includes two frill square tote bags at 7,700 yen each and goes on early sale at 20:00 on November 2.
Source: animeanime.jp
Benelic to launch two Godzilla capsule toy lines in October 2026
The gashapon ranges include 10 seal-style plate charms at 300 yen and 5 mini T-shirt keyholders at 400 yen, both for ages 15 and up.
Source: animeanime.jp
Bandai opens U.S. pre-orders for HG 1/144 Mobile Reginlaze kit
Pre-orders for the $19 Gunpla close on April 16, 2027, and the kit ships the following month, according to cbr.com.
Source: cbr.com
Manga Barcelona reveals Japanese guest lineup and Junji Ito poster
Junji Ito, Hyuganatsu, Nao Iwamoto and Yudetamago are among the Japanese guests announced for the Barcelona manga event.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
TBS, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo invest US$6M in AniBiz
The anime licensing marketplace AniBiz, run by Nakama, says its database covers thousands of series and lists the three investors among its featured companies.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Sam Maggs Cites Severance as Influence on WEBTOON's Star Trek Comic
The writer said Recollection: A Star Trek Story draws on a Severance-style ensemble format, according to cbr.com.
Source: cbr.com
Georgie Shojo Manga Gets English Release From Omoi, Manga Mavericks
Omoi will publish Georgie Deluxe Edition digitally in spring 2027, with Manga Mavericks handling print in August 2027.
Source: crunchyroll.com +1
The Pit of Darkness Manga Debuts on Shonen Jump+, MANGA Plus
Sora Karin writes and Kentaro Harada draws the new series, which MANGA Plus is releasing in English alongside the Japanese debut.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com
Chiikawa Shisa-Themed Kuji Lottery Opens October 28 at 1,100 Yen a Draw
The Chiikawa kuji lottery will offer five prize tiers, with the top prize a super-big plush, and shipping scheduled from late March 2027.
Source: inside-games.jp
Parade to re-release Chiikawa sitting plush capsule toys
The four-piece Chiikawa Osawari Nuigurumi 2 capsule toy line, priced at 500 yen per play, is coming back, with details to follow.
Source: inside-games.jp
Taito to launch Sanrio Characters Velvety Night crane prizes on November 14
The lineup includes a Hello Kitty doll, a gamaguchi pouch in 6 kinds and a mascot in 6 kinds, available at Taito Station nationwide and on Taito Online Crane.
Source: animeanime.jp
Crunchyroll opens Korea launch pop-up at Hongdae
The 16-day store at AK Plaza Hongdae drew more than 3,000 visitors over its first weekend, according to techm.kr.
Source: techm.kr
A Certain Scientific Railgun Final Volume 21 Released by KADOKAWA
The final volume arrives with a drama CD special edition, and an e-book fair offers the first two volumes free until November 9, 2026.
Source: news.denfaminicogamer.jp
Manga artist Tetsuya Chiba dies at 87 in Tokyo
The creator of Ashita no Joe died of myelodysplastic syndrome on October 22, 2026; the Japan Cartoonists Association announced his passing.
Source: crunchyroll.com
Manga Artist Tetsuya Chiba, Creator of Ashita no Joe, Dies at 87
Chiba drew Ashita no Joe in Weekly Shounen Magazine from 1967 to 1973 and continued serializing Hinemosu Notari Nikki into 2025.
Source: myanimelist.net +3
Live-action High School Family film streams festival concert clip
The clip shows the Ietani family performing at a school cultural festival with the original song "Kizuna"; the film opens in Japan on January 8, 2027.
Source: animenewsnetwork.com