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Anime News

Sony SMEJ Launches "SHIGETO KOYAMA CCMS experiment OBAKE" Exhibition

Anime News

Sony SMEJ Launches "SHIGETO KOYAMA CCMS experiment OBAKE" Exhibition

  Sony Music Entertainment Japan (SMEJ) has launched its "Art × Entertainment" project, aiming to appreciate and recognize unique talents and create a platform for contemporary artists. The inaugural exhibition, "SHIGETO...

Theodore Mak - Oct-05-2023

idolm@ster x Love Live Ijigen Fes Uta Gassen - UPDATED: Foreigner Lottery Now Open!

Anime News

idolm@ster x Love Live Ijigen Fes Uta Gassen - UPDATED: Foreigner Lottery Now Open!

You ever get one of those things where you're both surprised and not surprised at the same time?  Well, this is one of them. Hear me out: Love Live x idolm@ster.  The...

Brian Lee - Sep-14-2023

Aniplex Online Fest 2023 Returns on September 9!

Anime News

Aniplex Online Fest 2023 Returns on September 9!

 Aniplex has been holding the Aniplex Online Fest since 2020. It was originally used as a replacement for their usual convention schedule and now serves as a supplemental event putting...

Brian Lee - Aug-12-2023

Rurouni Kenshin U.S. Premiere @ Anime Expo 2023

Anime News

Rurouni Kenshin U.S. Premiere @ Anime Expo 2023

  Day 3 of Anime Expo 2023 started out with a bang for attendees interested in the U.S. premiere of Rurouni Kenshin. Not only were fans treated to the first adaptive...

Nujtxeng Vang - Jul-27-2023

Delicious in Dungeon Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

Anime News

Delicious in Dungeon Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

Studio Trigger's latest series is Delicious in Dungeon (known as Dungeon Meshi in Japanese).  We briefly touched about it in our Trigger panel review and this particular article will be...

Brian Lee - Jul-06-2023

Gaming News

SAND LAND Demo Out Today

Gaming News

SAND LAND Demo Out Today

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has just announced the release of a playable demo for SAND LAND, an upcoming action RPG based on Akira Toriyama’s original work (Dragon Ball, Dr...

By Ken Dubois - Mar.18

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Demo Receives More Playable Content

Gaming News

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Demo Receives More Playable Content

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is releasing in a week and in case you missed it there is a playable demo on the PlayStation network to experience a vertical slice of...

By Ken Dubois - Feb.21

Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree Gets Gameplay Trailer and Release Date

Gaming News

Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree Gets Gameplay Trailer and Release Date

After nearly two years of speculation and anticipation, Bandai Namco has given us a glimpse back into the world of Elden Ring with a new DLC expansion, Elden Ring Shadow...

By Ken Dubois - Feb.21

Everything Announced at the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase

Gaming News

Everything Announced at the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase

Nintendo held a 23-minute showcase today featuring an impressive lineup of games from its 3rd party partners.

By Ken Dubois - Feb.21

Cover Announces Holostars English 3D Showcase

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Cover Announces Holostars English 3D Showcase

COVER Corporation has announced the HOLOSTARS English 3D Showcase of Axel Syrios on Feb 3 (PST) and Regis Altare on Feb 10 (PST). They will also have a 3D Collaboration...

By Ken Dubois - Jan.31

Konami Reveals New Silent Hill 2 Combat Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

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Konami Reveals New Silent Hill 2 Combat Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

Konami has released a new trailer for Silent Hill 2 detailing more improved modernized combat during todays State of Play.

By Ken Dubois - Jan.31

Silent Hill: The Short Message Announced at PlayStation State of Play

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Silent Hill: The Short Message Announced at PlayStation State of Play

Konami has announced Silent Hill: The Short Message, a new psychological horror game, for free on the PlayStation store. 

By Ken Dubois - Jan.31

Foamstars Gets Season Pass Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

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Foamstars Gets Season Pass Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

Square Enix has announced more details about the seasonal content for its new online 4v4 foam party shooter Foamstars.

By Ken Dubois - Jan.31

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Music News

YOASOBI Announces Two US Dates in April

Music

YOASOBI Announces Two US Dates in April

April is becoming a little crowded. We have SiM and Crystal Lake on tour, Babymetal with two dates in San Francisco, and now, YOASOBI.

By Brian Lee - Feb.22

NEMOPHILA 5th Anniversary at the Nippon Budokan - Live Concert Report

Music

NEMOPHILA 5th Anniversary at the Nippon Budokan - Live Concert Report

The Nippon Budokan is one of Japan's storied venues.  Originally built for the 1964 summer Olympics, it has also functioned as a concert hall for many famous names.  The Beatles...

By Brian Lee - Feb.21

Japanese Rock Trio Queen Bee 1st US Show in NY on April 2nd

Music

Japanese Rock Trio Queen Bee 1st US Show in NY on April 2nd

Japanese rock band Queen Bee, known for their music featured in popular anime series such as Tokyo Ghoul:re, Dororo, Chainsaw Man, and Oshi no Ko, will be performing for the...

By Theodore Mak - Feb.01

Preview: KILLT MELT LAND SPECIAL SHOWCASE VOL 1 AND 2

Music

Preview: KILLT MELT LAND SPECIAL SHOWCASE VOL 1 AND 2

I just came back from LisAni this past weekend and I'm going back to Japan for more. I find a lot of music through the YouTube algorithm. KILLT MELT LAND came...

By Brian Lee - Jan.29

Ren Nagase of King & Prince Takes the Lead in Netflix Original Film Drawing Closer

Music

Ren Nagase of King & Prince Takes the Lead in Netflix Original Film Drawing Closer

Ren Nagase, a member of the Jpop duo King & Prince, will star in his first Netflix Original film, titled Drawing Closer (余命一年の僕が、余命半年の君と出会った話). The film, directed by Takahiro Miki, follows...

By Theodore Mak - Jan.25

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Mar.18

SAND LAND Demo Out Today

Gaming News

SAND LAND Demo Out Today

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has just announced the release of a playable demo for SAND LAND, an upcoming action RPG based on Akira Toriyama’s original work (Dragon Ball, Dr...

Feb.23

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira Training- Impressions

Anime Reviews

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira Training- Impressions

Attention Demon Slayer (Kimetsu no Yaiba) fans! Your long-awaited return to the next season of the highly anticipated series is just around the corner. Get ready to witness the Demon...

Feb.22

YOASOBI Announces Two US Dates in April

Music

YOASOBI Announces Two US Dates in April

April is becoming a little crowded. We have SiM and Crystal Lake on tour, Babymetal with two dates in San Francisco, and now, YOASOBI.

Feb.21

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Demo Receives More Playable Content

Gaming News

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Demo Receives More Playable Content

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is releasing in a week and in case you missed it there is a playable demo on the PlayStation network to experience a vertical slice of...

Feb.21

Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree Gets Gameplay Trailer and Release Date

Gaming News

Elden Ring: Shadow of Erdtree Gets Gameplay Trailer and Release Date

After nearly two years of speculation and anticipation, Bandai Namco has given us a glimpse back into the world of Elden Ring with a new DLC expansion, Elden Ring Shadow...

Feb.21

Everything Announced at the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase

Gaming News

Everything Announced at the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase

Nintendo held a 23-minute showcase today featuring an impressive lineup of games from its 3rd party partners.

Feb.21

NEMOPHILA 5th Anniversary at the Nippon Budokan - Live Concert Report

Music

NEMOPHILA 5th Anniversary at the Nippon Budokan - Live Concert Report

The Nippon Budokan is one of Japan's storied venues.  Originally built for the 1964 summer Olympics, it has also functioned as a concert hall for many famous names.  The Beatles...

Feb.01

Japanese Rock Trio Queen Bee 1st US Show in NY on April 2nd

Music

Japanese Rock Trio Queen Bee 1st US Show in NY on April 2nd

Japanese rock band Queen Bee, known for their music featured in popular anime series such as Tokyo Ghoul:re, Dororo, Chainsaw Man, and Oshi no Ko, will be performing for the...

Jan.31

Cover Announces Holostars English 3D Showcase

Gaming News

Cover Announces Holostars English 3D Showcase

COVER Corporation has announced the HOLOSTARS English 3D Showcase of Axel Syrios on Feb 3 (PST) and Regis Altare on Feb 10 (PST). They will also have a 3D Collaboration...

Jan.31

Konami Reveals New Silent Hill 2 Combat Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

Gaming News

Konami Reveals New Silent Hill 2 Combat Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

Konami has released a new trailer for Silent Hill 2 detailing more improved modernized combat during todays State of Play.

Jan.31

Silent Hill: The Short Message Announced at PlayStation State of Play

Gaming News

Silent Hill: The Short Message Announced at PlayStation State of Play

Konami has announced Silent Hill: The Short Message, a new psychological horror game, for free on the PlayStation store. 

Jan.31

Foamstars Gets Season Pass Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

Gaming News

Foamstars Gets Season Pass Trailer - PlayStation State of Play

Square Enix has announced more details about the seasonal content for its new online 4v4 foam party shooter Foamstars.

Jan.30

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Gets a Shiny New Launch Trailer

Gaming News

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Gets a Shiny New Launch Trailer

Granblue Fantasy: Relink is right around the corner and Cy Games has a revealed a new launch trailer ahead of its official release.

Jan.30

The English Voice Cast of Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash Answer Your Questions

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The English Voice Cast of Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash Answer Your Questions

The English Voice Actors from the beloved anime and manga series Jujutsu Kaisen Host a Q&A to Answer Jujutsu Kaisen Questions!

Jan.29

SPYxANYA: Operation Memories Gets a New Trailer and Release Date in the West

Gaming News

SPYxANYA: Operation Memories Gets a New Trailer and Release Date in the West

Spy x Family fans won't need to wait much longer. Bandai Namco has revealed a release date for SPYxANYA: Operation Memories in the west.

Jan.29

Preview: KILLT MELT LAND SPECIAL SHOWCASE VOL 1 AND 2

Music

Preview: KILLT MELT LAND SPECIAL SHOWCASE VOL 1 AND 2

I just came back from LisAni this past weekend and I'm going back to Japan for more. I find a lot of music through the YouTube algorithm. KILLT MELT LAND came...

Jan.25

Ren Nagase of King & Prince Takes the Lead in Netflix Original Film Drawing Closer

Music

Ren Nagase of King & Prince Takes the Lead in Netflix Original Film Drawing Closer

Ren Nagase, a member of the Jpop duo King & Prince, will star in his first Netflix Original film, titled Drawing Closer (余命一年の僕が、余命半年の君と出会った話). The film, directed by Takahiro Miki, follows...

Jan.18

NEMOPHILA Third Album Release "EVOLVE" - Budokan Show Heads Up

Music

NEMOPHILA Third Album Release "EVOLVE" - Budokan Show Heads Up

NEMOPHILA's third album, EVOLVE, has arrived, and just in time for their Budokan show next month. Cram it into your head because at the very least we'll be hearing "Night...

Dec.04

Fan Expo SF 2023 Report

Event Reports

Fan Expo SF 2023 Report

Fan Expo returned for its second year in the heart of San Francisco on Thanksgiving weekend. Not only is Fan Expo an event for people from all different fandoms (such...

Nov.21

Fan Expo 2023 Arriving in San Francisco November 24-26

Convention News

Fan Expo 2023 Arriving in San Francisco November 24-26

  Just after the APEC economic forum in San Francisco comes a more exciting event for many, Fan Expo which happens this weekend November 24-26 at San Francisco’s Moscone Center West...

Oct.14

The Babyklok Tour Grand Finale in Los Angeles - BABYMETAL and Dethklok, October 11-12, 2023

Music

The Babyklok Tour Grand Finale in Los Angeles - BABYMETAL and Dethklok, October 11-12, 2023

And thus, the Babyklok Tour has ended. After almost two months and over two dozen shows later, BABYMETAL and Dethklok have gone from coast to coast and then some.

Oct.05

Sony SMEJ Launches "SHIGETO KOYAMA CCMS experiment OBAKE" Exhibition

Anime News

Sony SMEJ Launches "SHIGETO KOYAMA CCMS experiment OBAKE" Exhibition

  Sony Music Entertainment Japan (SMEJ) has launched its "Art × Entertainment" project, aiming to appreciate and recognize unique talents and create a platform for contemporary artists. The inaugural exhibition, "SHIGETO...

Oct.01

The Babyklok Tour - BABYMETAL and Dethklok, Enters its Final Stage

Music

The Babyklok Tour - BABYMETAL and Dethklok, Enters its Final Stage

We are finally at the long-awaited tail-end of the BABYMETAL/Dethklok Tour.  The US-based tour began at the end of August and runs through mid-October.

Sep.26

The Art of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Artbook Review)

Book and Manga Reviews

The Art of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Artbook Review)

The Art of Demon Slayer: the Anime Volume One includes countless memorable scenes from the first arc of the anime (26 episodes). Fans of the series should check out this...

Sep.15

Fae Farm (PC) Review

Game Reviews

Fae Farm (PC) Review

With many different farming sim games on the rise like Animal Crossing, Harvest Moon, Rune Factory, and many others, it's not surprising that other companies would like to take on...

Sep.14

idolm@ster x Love Live Ijigen Fes Uta Gassen - UPDATED: Foreigner Lottery Now Open!

Anime News

idolm@ster x Love Live Ijigen Fes Uta Gassen - UPDATED: Foreigner Lottery Now Open!

You ever get one of those things where you're both surprised and not surprised at the same time?  Well, this is one of them. Hear me out: Love Live x idolm@ster.  The...

Sep.14

Paper Mario: Thousand Year Door Launches on Nintendo Switch in 2024

Gaming News

Paper Mario: Thousand Year Door Launches on Nintendo Switch in 2024

As a surprise reveal during today's Nintendo Direct, Paper Mario: Thousand Year Door will be making its way onto Nintendo Switch as an enhanced version with updated graphics. 

Sep.14

Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes Launches on April 23, 2024

Gaming News

Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes Launches on April 23, 2024

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Hereos will finally see a release on April 23, 2024. During today's Nintendo Direct, a new trailer was shown showing new characters and gameplay. 

Sep.14

Luigi's Mansion 2 HD Launches on Nintendo Switch in 2024

Gaming News

Luigi's Mansion 2 HD Launches on Nintendo Switch in 2024

A new HD version of Lugi's Mansion 2 is coming to Nintendo Switch in Summer 2024. Nintendo showed off a new trailer, detailing the games mechanics and environments. 

Sep.14

Konami and Wayforward Teaming Up to Develop Contra: Operation Galuga

Gaming News

Konami and Wayforward Teaming Up to Develop Contra: Operation Galuga

During today's Nintendo Direct, Konami and Wayforward announced that they will be teaming up to develop Contra: Operation Galuga a new entry in the Contra series. Developed by WayForward (the...

Sep.14

Princess Peach: Showtime! Makes its Debut on Nintendo Switch Next Year

Gaming News

Princess Peach: Showtime! Makes its Debut on Nintendo Switch Next Year

During today's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo revealed more info on the new Princess Peach game titled Princess Peach: Showtime! The new trailer shows off a wide variety of gameplay styles. 

Sep.14

Another Code: Recollection Announced for Nintendo Switch

Gaming News

Another Code: Recollection Announced for Nintendo Switch

Nintendo has announced that Trace Memory will be getting an enhanced version, along with its Sequel originally debuted on Wii, on Nintendo Switch. 

Sep.14

Spy x Family Video Game SPYxANYA: Operation Memories announced

Gaming News

Spy x Family Video Game SPYxANYA: Operation Memories announced

During today's Nintendo Direct, Bandai Namco announced SPYxANYA: Operation Memories, a game where players take on the role of Anya Forger from the popular anime series Spy x Family. 

Sep.14

Super Mario RPG Gets a New Trailer Showing New Gameplay Mechanics

Gaming News

Super Mario RPG Gets a New Trailer Showing New Gameplay Mechanics

Nintendo has revealed a new trailer for Super Mario RPG during today's direct, detailing new gameplay mechanics.

Sep.14

Mario vs. Donkey Kong Announced for Nintendo Switch

Gaming News

Mario vs. Donkey Kong Announced for Nintendo Switch

  Nintendo has announced a brand new version of Mario vs. Donkey Kong which originally debuted on the Game Boy Advance in 2004.

Sep.09

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Returns to Anaheim August 2024

Convention News

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Returns to Anaheim August 2024

Disney has announced that D23 the ultimate Disney fan event will return to Anaheim in August 2024. 

Sep.06

Kamelot/Battle Beast/Xandria - The Awakening Tour in San Francisco

Music

Kamelot/Battle Beast/Xandria - The Awakening Tour in San Francisco

Xandria, Battle Beast, and Kamelot.  What a show.  If I have to say something, it's that it's been too damn long.  I had forgotten just how good these bands are...

Sep.04

Koei Tecmo Live Stream Schedule - Tokyo Game Show 2023

Gaming News

Koei Tecmo Live Stream Schedule - Tokyo Game Show 2023

Koei Tecmo has posted details revealing an impressive lineup of games at this year's Tokyo Game Show. Two of the featured titles include Fate/Samurai Remnant and Atelier Resleriana with more...

Sep.02

Square Enix Announces New Free Content for Final Fantasy XVI and More - PAX West 2023

Gaming News

Square Enix Announces New Free Content for Final Fantasy XVI and More - PAX West 2023

During a panel at this year's PAX West Square Enix had a few fun announcements up their sleeve regarding two of their hit games, FINAL FANTASY XVI and THEATRHYTHM FINAL...

Sep.02

HANABIE US Tour Begins This September!

Music

HANABIE US Tour Begins This September!

  HANABIE is a band that you've probably not heard of before, but that's okay. Let's fix that right now.

Aug.29

PassCode GROUNDSWELL United States Tour Begins Soon

Music

PassCode GROUNDSWELL United States Tour Begins Soon

In just a few days time, PassCode will begin their first US tour. PassCode, as a whole, has been around for a good ten years and was founded back in...

Aug.19

Kamelot/Battle Beast/Xandria North America Tour 2023 Begins!

Music

Kamelot/Battle Beast/Xandria North America Tour 2023 Begins!

  If you know me, you know I love metal, no matter what country it comes from. It's time for another one of the genre cross-over posts. Previous posts have featured...

Aug.12

Aniplex Online Fest 2023 Returns on September 9!

Anime News

Aniplex Online Fest 2023 Returns on September 9!

 Aniplex has been holding the Aniplex Online Fest since 2020. It was originally used as a replacement for their usual convention schedule and now serves as a supplemental event putting...

Aug.03

BAND-MAID's Newest Single "Shambles" Officially Released - Second Half of [10th ANNIVERSARY TOUR  in NORTH AMERICA] to Commence

Music Press Releases

BAND-MAID's Newest Single "Shambles" Officially Released - Second Half of [10th ANNIVERSARY TOUR in NORTH AMERICA] to Commence

  BAND-MAID has just released their latest digital single, Shambles, just in time for the second half of their North American 10th Anniversary tour.

Jul.28

Hello Kitty Island Adventures Impressions

Game Reviews

Hello Kitty Island Adventures Impressions

Like others, I have immersed myself in the world of Animal Crossing during the pandemic, finding solace and joy in its slice-of-life gameplay and charming characters. So, when news of Hello...

Jul.27

Rurouni Kenshin U.S. Premiere @ Anime Expo 2023

Anime News

Rurouni Kenshin U.S. Premiere @ Anime Expo 2023

  Day 3 of Anime Expo 2023 started out with a bang for attendees interested in the U.S. premiere of Rurouni Kenshin. Not only were fans treated to the first adaptive...

Jul.24

Azur Lane 5th Anniversary Celebration to Take Place on the USS Hornet Museum in Alameda, CA!

Gaming News

Azur Lane 5th Anniversary Celebration to Take Place on the USS Hornet Museum in Alameda, CA!

Popular mobile game Azur Lane's Fifth Anniversary is coming up soon, and they've picked another of the United States' many warship museums to hold it on. Back in 2019, Yostar came...

Jul.19

Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg (Switch) Review

Game Reviews

Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg (Switch) Review

  The Atelier series has been around for decades and is still a widely popular game as of recently. Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg is one of the older...

Jul.18

Cover Announces Partnership with VRChat - hololive Meet

Gaming News

Cover Announces Partnership with VRChat - hololive Meet

Cover has announced its partnership with American-based social VR platform company, VRChat. VRChat will be the title sponsor of hololive Meet, a series of activities where hololive production talents can...

Jul.12

Original Clock Tower Announced for Modern Consoles Early 2024

Gaming News

Original Clock Tower Announced for Modern Consoles Early 2024

Independent game studio WayForward, in collaboration with publishing partners Sunsoft and Limited Run Games, is releasing an enhanced version of the original 16-bit survival-horror game, Clock Tower. The game, which...

Jul.12

Delicious in Dungeon Roundtable Interview w/ Kentaro Kumagai & Sayaka Sembongi @ Anime Expo 2023

Interview

Delicious in Dungeon Roundtable Interview w/ Kentaro Kumagai & Sayaka Sembongi @ Anime Expo 2023

Studio Trigger, the renowned animation powerhouse, celebrated their highly anticipated anime adaptation of Ryoko Kui's beloved manga, Delicious in Dungeon (Dungeon Meshi) at Anime Expo 2023. Following the world premiere episode...

Jul.10

hololive Indonesia 2nd Generation Announces First 3D Showcase

Gaming News

hololive Indonesia 2nd Generation Announces First 3D Showcase

  Virtual YouTuber agency Cover has announced the hololive Indonesia 2nd Generation 3D Showcase, kicking off with Pavolia Reine on July 14th, Kureiji Ollie on July 21st, and Anya Melfissa on...

Jul.10

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Street Fighter 6 Collaboration Announced - Anime Expo 2023

Gaming News

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Street Fighter 6 Collaboration Announced - Anime Expo 2023

During a panel at Anime Expo 2023, Toho Animation announced a unique collaboration between the upcoming SPY x FAMILY Code: White anime film and the recently released Street Fighter 6...

Jul.10

Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage! Hands-On Impression @ Anime Expo 2023

Gaming News

Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage! Hands-On Impression @ Anime Expo 2023

  Hatsune Miku has had quite a history on consoles with its Project Diva series of games starting on the PlayStation Portable, later releasing on PlayStation 3, and PlayStation 4, and...

Jul.07

Anime Impulse - Bay Area 2023 Coming Soon!

Convention News

Anime Impulse - Bay Area 2023 Coming Soon!

  Anime Impulse, originally based out of Southern California, is taking their show on the road to the rest of California, and in just a few weeks, will be making a...

Jul.06

Delicious in Dungeon Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

Anime News

Delicious in Dungeon Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

Studio Trigger's latest series is Delicious in Dungeon (known as Dungeon Meshi in Japanese).  We briefly touched about it in our Trigger panel review and this particular article will be...

Jul.06

Pokemon Concierge Roundtable Interview with Voice Actress Non @ Anime Expo 2023

Interview

Pokemon Concierge Roundtable Interview with Voice Actress Non @ Anime Expo 2023

First announced back in March with little details, Pokemon Concierge is an upcoming stop-motion collaboration between Netflix and The Pokemon company produced by dwarf studios. The series will follow the...

Jul.05

Dark Gathering Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

Anime News

Dark Gathering Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

  Another of HIDIVE's series premieres at Anime Expo was the anime Dark Gathering. I have been reading Dark Gathering since its inception and when I saw it on the schedule...

Jul.05

Persona 5 Tactica Chatting With The Voice Cast at Anime Expo 2023

Gaming News

Persona 5 Tactica Chatting With The Voice Cast at Anime Expo 2023

With the recent announcement of Persona 5 Tactica much of the game is still shrouded in mystery. At this year's Anime Expo, Atlus held a Persona-themed panel where the audience...

Jul.04

The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

Anime News

The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen Anime Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

  Throughout the weekend of July 4, HIDIVE premiered a number of new anime series.  One of those is The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen: From Villainness to Savior (I'm going...

Jul.04

Persona 3 Reload New English Gameplay Trailer - Anime Expo 2023

Gaming News

Persona 3 Reload New English Gameplay Trailer - Anime Expo 2023

During a special panel at Anime Expo 2023. Atlus showed off a new trailer for the newly announced remake of Persona 3 Reload. The trailer shows off gameplay and newly...

Jul.03

Persona 5 Tactica Erina Character Trailer Revealed at Anime Expo 2023

Gaming News

Persona 5 Tactica Erina Character Trailer Revealed at Anime Expo 2023

During the Persona 5 Tactica Panel at this year's Anime Expo, Atlus revealed a new trailer for the character Erina who will join the original team on their journey. 

Jul.03

Studio Trigger Unveils Three Exciting Projects at Anime Expo 2023

Anime News

Studio Trigger Unveils Three Exciting Projects at Anime Expo 2023

Studio Trigger makes a triumphant return to Anime Expo with their usual array of new announcements. This year, they revealed three exciting projects.

Jul.02

Original One Piece Japanese Anime Cast Set to Dub Live Action

Anime News

Original One Piece Japanese Anime Cast Set to Dub Live Action

At Anime Expo 2023, Netflix revealed that the beloved voice cast from the Japanese One Piece anime series will be dubbing the upcoming live-action adaptation. A video showcased during the...

Jun.26

Assault Suits Valken Declassified New Patch Released

Gaming News

Assault Suits Valken Declassified New Patch Released

The team at M2 and Rainmaker have announced a new patch for Assault Suits Valken Declassified to smooth out browsing through image galleries.

Jun.24

South Korean Cosplay Sensation, Spiral Cats, Returns to Anime Expo 2023

Cosplay

South Korean Cosplay Sensation, Spiral Cats, Returns to Anime Expo 2023

Spiral Cats, the renowned South Korean professional cosplay team, is set to make their annual appearance at Anime Expo 2023.

Jun.22

Final Fantasy XVI Now Available Worldwide

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XVI Now Available Worldwide

At long last Final Fantasy XVI is now available to the masses in this epic new journey with a cast of exciting characters and bombastic action. 

Jun.21

Fate/Samurai Remnant Coming West September 29

Gaming News

Fate/Samurai Remnant Coming West September 29

Koei Tecmo's newest game by developer Omega Force alongside TYPE-MOON and Aniplex Inc. is Fate/Samurai Remnant a stylized action RPG in the latest chapter in the Fate series video game...

Jun.21

Super Mario Bros. Wonder Announced Launching This October

Gaming News

Super Mario Bros. Wonder Announced Launching This October

It's been quite a while since we have seen a proper 3D Mario. Regardless, Nintendo has been hard at work on the next 2D iteration of Mario with Super Maro...

Jun.21

Star Ocean The Second Story R Announced Launches on November 2

Gaming News

Star Ocean The Second Story R Announced Launches on November 2

Square Enix has announced that the popular second installment in the STAR OCEAN series, STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY, will be returning as STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R. Originally...

Jun.21

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 5 Coming Summer 2023

Gaming News

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 5 Coming Summer 2023

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Pass Wave 5 is coming right around the corner and will launch in the summer of 2023 and includes a plethora of content for you...

Jun.21

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 Launching on Nintendo Switch October 24

Gaming News

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 Launching on Nintendo Switch October 24

  Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 is coming to Nintendo Switch this October with a collection of unforgetful games.

Jun.21

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Launches on Nintendo Switch On December 1

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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Launches on Nintendo Switch On December 1

A new Dragon Quest Monsters game titled Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince was announced today during the Nintendo Direct this morning with plenty of Dragon Quest games in the...

Jun.21

New Princess Peach Game in Development Launching Some Time Next Year

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New Princess Peach Game in Development Launching Some Time Next Year

  Princess Peach will be starring in her own game on Nintendo Switch next year, the company announced during today's Nintendo Direct. It's been 17 years since Peach has starred in...

Jun.21

Detective Pikachu Returns Announced Coming This October

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Detective Pikachu Returns Announced Coming This October

  Get ready to go on another goofy adventure in Detective Pikachu Returns coming to the Nintendo Switch this October. 

Jun.21

Persona 5 Tactica Is Coming to Switch On November 17

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Persona 5 Tactica Is Coming to Switch On November 17

  It's official! Persona 5 Tactica is coming to the Nintendo Switch and is sure to delight fans of the series and strategy nerds alike.

Jun.21

Super Mario RPG Announced for Nintendo Switch Launches November 17

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Super Mario RPG Announced for Nintendo Switch Launches November 17

  During Nintendo's Direct today, it was announced that they will be releasing Super Mario RPG on the Nintendo Switch with enhanced graphics.

Jun.20

Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord New Trailer Released for Newcomers

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Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord New Trailer Released for Newcomers

Idea Factory International has released a new trailer for one of their latest releases, Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord detailing story and game mechanics for players who are new to the series...

Jun.20

Nintendo Direct Set for June 21 Featuring Titles Launching This Year

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Nintendo Direct Set for June 21 Featuring Titles Launching This Year

While it seemed like it was going to be a quiet second half of the year for Nintendo. the company has tweeted out that they will be hosting a Nintendo...

Jun.18

HIDIVE Anime Expo 2023 Screenings - The Eminence in Shadow, Most Heretical Last Boss Queen, Dark Gathering, and more

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HIDIVE Anime Expo 2023 Screenings - The Eminence in Shadow, Most Heretical Last Boss Queen, Dark Gathering, and more

The Most Heretical Last Boss Queen: HIDIVE is one of the many streaming options for anime fans in English and they'll be present at the biggest anime convention on the west...

Jun.17

One Piece Live Action Teaser Trailer and Release Date

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One Piece Live Action Teaser Trailer and Release Date

Netflix has just unveiled the highly anticipated teaser trailer for the upcoming live-action adaptation of the beloved anime series, One Piece. Alongside the trailer, the streaming giant also announced the...

Jun.12

Eternights Launches on PlayStation and PC September 21, Demo Coming Soon

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Eternights Launches on PlayStation and PC September 21, Demo Coming Soon

  The team at Studio Sai has released another trailer for the game Eternights which is sure to excite visual novel and action fans alike. Additionally, a demo is also on...

Jun.06

aespa Hold On Tight MV from Tetris

Music

aespa Hold On Tight MV from Tetris

In honor of World Tetris Day, K-Pop sensation aespa has officially released their latest music video, "Hold On Tight," which serves as part of the official soundtrack for the acclaimed...

Jun.02

Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis: Yuya Kimura Gives Us His Input on the Ver.2 Update

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Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis: Yuya Kimura Gives Us His Input on the Ver.2 Update

  It's been a great year for Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis. The game has gone on to have much success on its current platforms Xbox One and PC and...

May.31

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Trailer Features Gameplay and Character Customization

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Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Trailer Features Gameplay and Character Customization

  Bandai Namco has released a new trailer showing off gameplay for its latest entry in the Sword Art Online game series.

May.30

Infinity Strash: DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai Launches on September 28th

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Infinity Strash: DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai Launches on September 28th

Those who are in need of another Dragon Quest game to hold them over until Dragon Quest XI launches are in luck. Square Enix's newest entry into the series, Infinity...

May.19

Pompo the Cinephile Screening at Anime Expo with Director Takayuki Hirao

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Pompo the Cinephile Screening at Anime Expo with Director Takayuki Hirao

  Pompo the Cinephile was released mid-last year. You might have even seen it in theaters. And if you didn't? Why not see it as part of Anime Expo alongside its...

May.17

Pokemon GO is Hosting a Collab Event at Anime Expo 2023

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Pokemon GO is Hosting a Collab Event at Anime Expo 2023

Pokemon GO and Anime Expo are teaming up this year to bring Pokemon fans an exclusive experience at this year's Anime Expo. 

May.16

Love Live! Nice to See You in Los Angeles announced for Anime Expo 2023

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Love Live! Nice to See You in Los Angeles announced for Anime Expo 2023

  Love Live is nothing new to Anime Expo. Aquors has graced the stage here multiple times, with the most recent being in 2019. No one could have predicted a multi-year...

May.16

Idea Factory International Will Host Their 10th Anniversary Event at Anime Expo 2023

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Idea Factory International Will Host Their 10th Anniversary Event at Anime Expo 2023

  Idea Factory International has announced that their 10th-anniversary event will take place at this year's Anime Expo at Lounge 21. The event will feature new title announcements and free experiences...

May.08

Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn- English Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

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Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn- English Premiere at Anime Expo 2023

The latest animated feature of Type Moon's Fate series, Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn-, will have a special screening at Anime Expo! In fact, it's going to be the English...

May.03

Hatsune Miku - Magical Mirai 2023 Tokyo & Osaka Information

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Hatsune Miku - Magical Mirai 2023 Tokyo & Osaka Information

I briefly touched upon lotteries and concerts in the recent Walkure post.  If you're a Hatsune Miku fan, this one is for you. The 2023 edition of Magical Mirai is currently...

May.01

SANKYO presents Walkure FINAL LIVE TOUR 2023 ~Last Mission~ Worldwide Theater Screenings Announced!

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SANKYO presents Walkure FINAL LIVE TOUR 2023 ~Last Mission~ Worldwide Theater Screenings Announced!

Macross Delta's Walkure idol group is currently undergoing their final run of performances. Delta was first launched in 2016 as the latest incarnation of the Macross franchise and Walkure has...

May.01

Travis Japan 2nd Single "Moving Pieces" out May 15th

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Travis Japan 2nd Single "Moving Pieces" out May 15th

Hit J-Pop group Travis Japan is releasing their second single "Moving Pieces" and will be available worldwide on May 15th JST on streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube...

May.01

Convention News

Fanime 2023 Rundown

Fanime will be coming up in a little less than a month, so it's time for a rundown!

Apr.14

Suzume (Anime Movie) Review

Anime Reviews

Suzume (Anime Movie) Review

Director Makoto Shinkai who brought us films, The Place Promised in Our Early Days, 5 Centimeters per Second, Your Name, and Weathering with You now brings us Suzume. The film is about a...

Mar.30

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Trailer Shows New Gameplay and Story

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Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Trailer Shows New Gameplay and Story

Bandai Namco has relased a new trailer for the game Sword Art Online Last Recollection showing gameplay and story highlights.

Mar.30

Anime Expo: Shin Megami Tensei 30th Live: Band of Shadows Concert Tickets on Sale Now

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Anime Expo: Shin Megami Tensei 30th Live: Band of Shadows Concert Tickets on Sale Now

Anime Expo and Atlus recently announced their first musical act for this year's convention: Shin Megami Tensei: Band of Shadows.

Mar.23

Capcom is Livestreaming MegaMan NT Warrior Anime

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Capcom is Livestreaming MegaMan NT Warrior Anime

Incase you missed it, Capcom will be live streaming Seasons 1&2 of the Mega Man NT Warrior Anime to commemorate the release of Megaman Battle Network Legacy Collection. 

Mar.15

MAN WITH A MISSION Announce US/EU Legs for WOLVES ON PARADE TOUR 2023

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MAN WITH A MISSION Announce US/EU Legs for WOLVES ON PARADE TOUR 2023

Japanese band MAN WITH A MISSION has not seen the US shores for a good four years now.  Rumor had it that the wolves would make an appearance once more...

Mar.10

NEMOPHILA Concert Report March 2023 - San Francisco and Los Angeles

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NEMOPHILA Concert Report March 2023 - San Francisco and Los Angeles

It's been a good last two days. I've just returned from Los Angeles after catching NEMOPHILA's show at the Echoplex for their Seize the Fate tour. The day prior, I...

Feb.27

TWICE in LA March 2023: Billboard, Kelly Clarkson, and  Pop-Up Experience Visit?

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TWICE in LA March 2023: Billboard, Kelly Clarkson, and Pop-Up Experience Visit?

TWICE, the highly popular K-pop girl group, has touched down in Los Angeles for the upcoming Billboard Women in Music Awards where they are set to accept an award on...

Feb.23

NEMOPHILA US Tour 2023 Starts in March!

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NEMOPHILA US Tour 2023 Starts in March!

  Reminder: NEMOPHILA is hitting the States next month!

Feb.20

QUEEN BEE to play in Los Angeles in April 2023

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QUEEN BEE to play in Los Angeles in April 2023

  A few days ago, Queen Bee was announced for Washington's premiere anime convention, Sakuracon. Today, word of a stand-alone concert spread. The location will be Los Angeles's Regent Theater in...

Feb.19

LOVEBITES Listening Session for New Album "Judgement Day"

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LOVEBITES Listening Session for New Album "Judgement Day"

LOVEBITES' newest album, "Judgement Day," releases on February 22. The band will have a special live-streamed premiere session the day prior on February 21! You'll be able to listen to...

Feb.08

Spirited Away: Live On Stage Heading to North American Theaters in Spring 2023

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Spirited Away: Live On Stage Heading to North American Theaters in Spring 2023

  Animation distributor GKIDS announced today they have acquired the North American distribution rights for the 2022 stage production of Spirited Away: Live On Stage. GKID will release the stage production...

Feb.03

MAN WITH A MISSION and milet New Theme Song “Kizuna no Kiseki” for “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -Swordsmith Village Arc-”

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MAN WITH A MISSION and milet New Theme Song “Kizuna no Kiseki” for “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -Swordsmith Village Arc-”

  Japanese rock band MAN WITH A MISSION and Japanese signer milet are set to collaborate on "Kizuna no Kiseki," a new song for the opening of the upcoming anime series...

Jan.24

Raul of JPop Powerhouse Snow Man Struts His Stuff at Paris Fashion Week 2023

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Raul of JPop Powerhouse Snow Man Struts His Stuff at Paris Fashion Week 2023

  Raul, the youngest member of the JPop supergroup Snow Man, made his global runway debut at Paris Fashion Week 2023. He walked the runway for the Yohji Yamamoto POUR HOMME...

Jan.20

Anime Expo 2023 Tickets and Hotels Go On Sale 1/24/23

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Anime Expo 2023 Tickets and Hotels Go On Sale 1/24/23

Well, it's that time of year one more.  Anime Expo badge sales.

Dec.30

NEMOPHILA 2nd Album - "Seize the Fate" review

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NEMOPHILA 2nd Album - "Seize the Fate" review

NEMOPHILA's second album, "Seize the Fate," has been officially released as of this month. As is customary, I put a couple of playthroughs through my headphones and speakers before putting...

Dec.07

River City Girls 2 Launches On December 15th

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River City Girls 2 Launches On December 15th

Way Forward has finally unveiled the launch date for the much anticipated sequel to River City Girls. The game will launch in North America and Europe on December 15th.

Nov.30

Fan Expo SF 2022 Report - The Return of Celebrating Pop Culture Entertainment in SF

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Fan Expo SF 2022 Report - The Return of Celebrating Pop Culture Entertainment in SF

Taking place in the heart of downtown San Francisco at Moscone West Center, Fan Expo SF made its debut on Black Friday, November 25th, 2022. Moscone Center has hosted other...

Nov.22

Fan Expo Heads to San Francisco this Weekend

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Fan Expo Heads to San Francisco this Weekend

Bay Area fans rejoice, Fan Expo is making its first appearance this weekend November 25th to 27th in the heart of downtown San Francisco. While primarily a comic book and...

Oct.28

Travis Japan Releases Worldwide Single JUST DANCE!

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Travis Japan Releases Worldwide Single JUST DANCE!

Travis Japan has just released their latest single and music video, 'JUST DANCE!'

Oct.28

Frog Detective 3: Corruption at Cowboy County

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Frog Detective 3: Corruption at Cowboy County

Four years after the original release of indie game developer Grace Bruxner's The Haunted Island, a Frog Detective Game, Frog Detective 3 works as a cute and decently satisfying conclusion...

Oct.18

BREAKING: BABYMETAL Return to the Stage Alongside Sabaton for European Tour in Spring 2023

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BREAKING: BABYMETAL Return to the Stage Alongside Sabaton for European Tour in Spring 2023

Sabaton just announced that BABYMETAL will accompany them for the European leg of The Tour to End All Tours, beginning in April 2023. They kick things off in the United...

Oct.06

NEMOPHILA Announce Early 2023 Tour for Japan and America; Release Music Video for Seize the Fate

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NEMOPHILA Announce Early 2023 Tour for Japan and America; Release Music Video for Seize the Fate

  Today, NEMOPHILA announced two tours. The first one is Japan, and the second one, and more important for me, is for North America. Well, technically North America, but more like California...

Sep.29

Aftershock Details for BAND-MAID and NEMOPHILA

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Aftershock Details for BAND-MAID and NEMOPHILA

We're about a week out from Sacramento's Aftershock Festival, and details and scheduling have been released. Japanese bands BAND-MAID and NEMOPHILA have been announced for 30 minute sets. Expect them...

Sep.23

Report: Epica and Sabaton: The Tour to End All Tours, Bay Area Edition

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Report: Epica and Sabaton: The Tour to End All Tours, Bay Area Edition

So, this was a night of firsts. First time for me at the Fox Theater. First time for me to see Epica. First time for one of my friends and concert...

Sep.16

Spidersaurs (PS5) Review

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Spidersaurs (PS5) Review

  As a kid from the 80’s I have always enjoyed the old-school run-and-gun genre of games with their fast paced action and fun characters. Spidersaurs looks to resurrect the nostalgia...

Sep.15

River City Girls 2 Hands-On Impression - PAX West 2022

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River City Girls 2 Hands-On Impression - PAX West 2022

  Ever since River City Girls 2 was announced during last years E3, I have been eager to jump back into its world and see all of its colorful characters and...

Sep.14

Dragon Ball: The Breakers Hands-On Impression - PAX West 2022

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Dragon Ball: The Breakers Hands-On Impression - PAX West 2022

It’s no surprise that there are many popular multiplayer games like Fortnite or Apex Legends. So what happens when you take a 7v1 multiplayer game and stick the Dragon Ball...

Sep.14

Sabaton and Epica Begin American Leg of The Tour to End All Tours

Music

Sabaton and Epica Begin American Leg of The Tour to End All Tours

A couple of months ago, I introduced you to the European bands Nightwish and Beast in Black. This time around, we have one more of the big names of power...

Sep.14

Bayonetta 3 Hands-On Impression - PAX West 2022

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Bayonetta 3 Hands-On Impression - PAX West 2022

It’s been 4 years since we last saw a small glimpse of Bayonetta 3 at game awards in the form of a small teaser trailer. I am happy to report...

Sep.13

Bayonetta 3 Gets A Spicy New Gameplay Trailer - Nintendo Direct

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Bayonetta 3 Gets A Spicy New Gameplay Trailer - Nintendo Direct

During today's Nintendo Direct, Bayonetta 3 was shown off with a brand new 8-minute gameplay trailer detailing some of the new mechanics in the game.

Sep.10

ONE OK ROCK Releases Tenth Album "Luxury Disease," US Tour Begins Soon

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ONE OK ROCK Releases Tenth Album "Luxury Disease," US Tour Begins Soon

  ONE OK ROCK will grace the American shores once more in a litle over a week's time. Just a couple of days ago, their tenth album, "Luxury Disease," was released...

Sep.07

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero (Anime) Review

Anime Reviews

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero (Anime) Review

There’s perhaps no anime more iconic worldwide than the Dragon Ball series. With this year’s new Dragon Ball movie finally out, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero serves as a reminder...

Sep.07

Inu-Oh (Anime) Review

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Inu-Oh (Anime) Review

If you’re familiar with the work of Masaaki Yuasa, you’ll know that no matter what your expectations are beforehand, you’re bound to be off. This can be said for his...

Aug.15

Check out Disney & Marvel Games Showcase on Friday, September 9th - D23 Expo 2022

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Check out Disney & Marvel Games Showcase on Friday, September 9th - D23 Expo 2022

Disney and Marvel games are returning to the 3-day Disney convention and fans across the world will be able to watch the showcase live on twitch hosted by Kinda Funny's...

Aug.11

Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters Launches in 2023

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Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters Launches in 2023

  Idea Factory has announced that another entry in the ever-popular Neptunia franchise is headed our way and we can expect to see more of our favorite neptunia characters.

Aug.11

BAND-MAID Releases Music Video for Unleash!!!!!

Music

BAND-MAID Releases Music Video for Unleash!!!!!

  About a month ago, the news that BAND-MAID would release an anime-style music video was announced. The group has made good on its promise.

Aug.08

Rosalie Chiang Interview @ Crunchyroll Expo 2022

Interview

Rosalie Chiang Interview @ Crunchyroll Expo 2022

At this year's Crunchyroll Expo, we met up with Rosalie Chiang who was very excited to attend her very first anime convention. Chiang is best known for her work as...

Aug.08

Crunchyroll Reveals First Look at New Anime Series and Fan Favorite Anime Movies - Crunchyroll Expo 2022

Anime News

Crunchyroll Reveals First Look at New Anime Series and Fan Favorite Anime Movies - Crunchyroll Expo 2022

Crunchyroll Expo's annual industry panel gave us a look at a massive amount of content to look forward to on the premiere anime streaming service.

Aug.08

Bridget Revealed as First DLC Character for Guilty Gear Strive Season Pass

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Bridget Revealed as First DLC Character for Guilty Gear Strive Season Pass

  Before the Top 8 portion of the Guilty Gear: Strive tournament at EVO 2022, Daisuke Ishiwatari joined the stage at Mandalay Bay to announce that Bridget will be the first...

Aug.08

LOST EPIC (PS5) Review

Game Reviews

LOST EPIC (PS5) Review

  Souls. In and outside the realm of video games, that word would conjure up vastly different imagery. In our domain, it has become synonymous with one of the most unforgiving...

Aug.08

New Character trailer for Street Fighter 6 Revealed at EVO 2022

Gaming News

New Character trailer for Street Fighter 6 Revealed at EVO 2022

During EVO 2022, Capcom showed off new trailers for Kimberly and Juri in Street Fighter VI and the inclusion of James Chen and Tasty Steve for the in-game commentary mode...

Aug.06

ATARASHII GAKKO! at Crunchyroll Expo 2022

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ATARASHII GAKKO! at Crunchyroll Expo 2022

ATARASHII GAKKO! took the stage once again in California, this time at Crunchyroll Expo. This marks the third time they have performed in America.

Aug.06

Gawr Gura & Amelia Watson Talk About The Ins and Outs of Being Vtubers - Crunchyroll Expo 2022

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Gawr Gura & Amelia Watson Talk About The Ins and Outs of Being Vtubers - Crunchyroll Expo 2022

At this year's Crunchyroll Expo, the Vtuber agency hololive was in full swing, with meet and greets, panels, and theater exhibits. During a panel, vtubers Gawr Gura and Amelia Watson...

Aug.04

Hocus Pocus 2 Featured on the Cover of Disneys Twenty-Three Magazine

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Hocus Pocus 2 Featured on the Cover of Disneys Twenty-Three Magazine

Disney has revealed the cover for its popular Twenty-Three magazine. Twenty-Three is a premium one-year subscription with an exclusive 4 issues to D23 Gold Members filled with dazzling illustrations, photography...

Aug.02

Marvel Returns to D23 Expo With Exciting New Experiences and Panels

Convention News

Marvel Returns to D23 Expo With Exciting New Experiences and Panels

D23 is almost here and Marvel is bringing exciting new experiences and panels to the 3-day convention.

Aug.01

Experience Journey Into Storytelling With Fan-Favorite Shows @ D23 EXPO 2022

Convention News

Experience Journey Into Storytelling With Fan-Favorite Shows @ D23 EXPO 2022

D23 Expo is certainly ramping up to be the convention that everyone will be talking about come September. Disney is bringing a plethora of shows and experiences to the convention...

Aug.01

Riot Games New 2D Fighter Will Be Free to Play

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Riot Games New 2D Fighter Will Be Free to Play

Ahead of EVO 2022, Tom Cannon, Senior Director for Project L, Riot’s upcoming 2D fighter, has confirmed that the title will be free-to-play. In addition, Cannon also referred viewers on...

Jul.31

Melty Blood: Type Lumina Free DLC Announced

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Melty Blood: Type Lumina Free DLC Announced

Melty Blood: Type Lumina continues its practice of free DLC characters with two highly anticipated characters, Neco-Arc and Mash Kyrielight. Both characters are scheduled to be available this summer, and...

Jul.30

Anime Expo 2022 is a Covid Super Spreader

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Anime Expo 2022 is a Covid Super Spreader

It is a fact that Covid is still around and also that anime fans want to return to conventions or gatherings. This year Anime Expo returned in person after a...

Jul.29

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Now Avilable

Gaming News

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Now Avilable

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is finally available. The long-awaited RPG, touts a more massive overworld, more characters than ever before, and a breathtaking story.

Jul.28

Disney Parks to Share New Experiences and Products @ D23 Expo 2022

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Disney Parks to Share New Experiences and Products @ D23 Expo 2022

It's a very exciting time for fans of Disney Parks as D23 Expo 2022 will have a wide variety of new experiences and products to share during the 3 day...

Jul.26

ATARASHII GAKKO! Perform at the Rady Shell for the Crunchyroll Concert Series at San Diego Comic Con 2022

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ATARASHII GAKKO! Perform at the Rady Shell for the Crunchyroll Concert Series at San Diego Comic Con 2022

Crunchyroll Expo is fast approaching. On Friday, July 22, anime fans at San Diego Comic Con were given a sneak-preview of one of the musical acts, ATARASHII GAKKO!. In Japan...

Jul.25

Street Fighter 6 Classic Costumes revealed - SDCC 2022

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Street Fighter 6 Classic Costumes revealed - SDCC 2022

  During its panel at this year's Comic-Con, Capcom unveiled the first alternate costumes for the game’s five officially revealed characters.

Jul.21

Frieza Showcased in New Dragon Ball: The Breakers Trailer

Gaming News

Frieza Showcased in New Dragon Ball: The Breakers Trailer

Namco Bandai has released a trailer for Dragon Ball: The Breakers that features Frieza. The title is an asymmetrical action game that pits four players as normal humans against an...

Jul.21

Stray (PS5) Review

Game Reviews

Stray (PS5) Review

It should come as no surprise to anyone that adding a cat to almost anything on the internet is sure to garner more upvotes, likes, thumbs ups, or whatever internet...

Jul.20

Square Enix Returns to Comic-Con 2022 With Final Fantasy VII 25th Anniversary Collection

Convention News

Square Enix Returns to Comic-Con 2022 With Final Fantasy VII 25th Anniversary Collection

Square Enix is making a return to the beloved Comic-Con convention here in San Diego and is bringing lots of goodies for attendees to get their hands on during the...

Jul.20

Bright Memory: Infinite (PS5) Review

Game Reviews

Bright Memory: Infinite (PS5) Review

Oftentimes, when games tout a one-man development team, it is used as little more than a marketing scheme or to preemptively excuse the title’s shortcomings. In the case of Bright...

Jul.20

Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Gameplay Trailer Released

Gaming News

Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Gameplay Trailer Released

  Publisher NIS America has dropped a new gameplay trailer for The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero. It showcases some of the characters' attacks, character customization options, and team attacks...

Jul.19

Netflix’s Tekken: Bloodline Trailer Drops

Anime News

Netflix’s Tekken: Bloodline Trailer Drops

Netflix has just dropped a new trailer for its upcoming series, Tekken: Bloodline, which is a retelling of Tekken 3. The trailer also lets fans of the Iron Fist Tournament...

Jul.18

Bandai Namco Releases Esidisi Character Trailer

Gaming News

Bandai Namco Releases Esidisi Character Trailer

 Bandai Namco has just dropped another character trailer for Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure All-Star Battle R.

Jul.16

UPDATED: SCANDAL World Tour 2022 "MIRROR"

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UPDATED: SCANDAL World Tour 2022 "MIRROR"

UPDATE: The worst case scenario has come to fruition.  The hopes would be that Tomomi was the only one to become infected and that she would get over it quickly.  It...

Jul.15

Bandai Namco Summer Showcase Uploaded to YouTube - Anime Expo 2022

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Bandai Namco Summer Showcase Uploaded to YouTube - Anime Expo 2022

Bandai Namco has posted their Anime Expo Summer Showcase Panel in its entirety on their official YouTube channel, to the pleasure of those who missed it or were not there...

Jul.14

Pixar and Disney to Share New Footage and Experiences - D23 Expo 2022

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Pixar and Disney to Share New Footage and Experiences - D23 Expo 2022

  With D23 Expo right around the corner, Pixar and Disney are revving up to make this one of the most exciting D23 Expos yet with new never-before-seen footage and experiences...

Jul.14

Crunchyroll's San Diego Comic Con 2022 Plans

Convention News

Crunchyroll's San Diego Comic Con 2022 Plans

For fans of anime, San Diego Comic Con is not the kind of place you see the biggest announcements or the biggest releases. Most big news comes via Anime Expo...

Jul.13

Bayonetta 3 Launches October 28 with SFW Mode

Gaming News

Bayonetta 3 Launches October 28 with SFW Mode

Fans of the hair-wielding witch will be glad to hear that Bayonetta 3 has been announced for an October 28 release on the Nintendo Switch.

Jul.13

Street Fighter 6 Will Be Playable at Evo 2022

Gaming News

Street Fighter 6 Will Be Playable at Evo 2022

The Evolution Championship Series (Evo) has just announced that Street Fighter 6 will be playable at its event from August 5 - 7 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino...

Jul.11

Travis Japan @ Anime Expo 2022 Coverage and Exclusive Message

Music

Travis Japan @ Anime Expo 2022 Coverage and Exclusive Message

 Japanese male idol group Travis Japan, made their first appearance at the largest North American anime convention, Anime Expo 2022.

Jul.05

BIGWEST Macross Panel at Anime Expo 2022

Anime News

BIGWEST Macross Panel at Anime Expo 2022

Macross is a franchise that has been around for, as of 2022, 40 years. This all started back in 1982 with Super Dimension Fortress Macross.  While I wasn't able to...

Jul.04

AX 2022: HYTE x hololive English: New Hakos Baelz Collab-Limited Edition Y60 PC Case revealed

Gaming News

AX 2022: HYTE x hololive English: New Hakos Baelz Collab-Limited Edition Y60 PC Case revealed

PC company Hyte and Vtuber agency Hololive production have announced a very special collaboration during Anime Expo 2022. Hyte is producing a limited edition Y60 PC case with an art...

Jul.03

Take a Look at Sega's PSO2: New Genesis AX 2022 Booth

Gaming News

Take a Look at Sega's PSO2: New Genesis AX 2022 Booth

Anime Expo has gone by in a flash, but it's not like we can't remember all the fantastic things we saw on the show floor. This year Sega had an...

Jul.02

AX 2022: How Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Designed the Anime Around the Game

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AX 2022: How Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Designed the Anime Around the Game

After watching the first episode of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners,  it’s refreshing to see how much work and effort was put into this anime to make it come out on top of...

Jul.01

Digimon Survive Hands-On Impression - Anime Expo 2022

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Digimon Survive Hands-On Impression - Anime Expo 2022

Digimon Survive has had quite the rollercoaster of a development cycle since it was announced all the way back in 2018. Fast forward to 2022, it now has a release...

Jul.01

One Piece Odyssey Hands-On Impression - Anime Expo 2022

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One Piece Odyssey Hands-On Impression - Anime Expo 2022

It’s no surprise that One Piece is one of the most popular Anime to date. One Piece Odyssey is a brand-new RPG that features a new character and monster...

Jun.30

Atlus and Sega Return to Anime Expo 2022

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Atlus and Sega Return to Anime Expo 2022

SEGA and ATLUS are returning to the beloved Anime Expo 2022 in Los Angeles, California, and are bringing a slew of fun and exciting activities, new merchandise, photo ops, giveaways...

Jun.29

Star Ocean The Divine Force Launches This October

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Star Ocean The Divine Force Launches This October

Square Enix has announced that Star Ocean The Divine Force will launch on current-gen and next-gen platforms this year.

Jun.24

Spiral Cats Returns to Anime Expo 2022

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Spiral Cats Returns to Anime Expo 2022

Returning to Anime Expo 2022 is the professional cosplay duo of Tasha and Doremi from the South Korean cosplay group Spiral Cats. Famous for their amazingly accurate depictions of video...

Jun.22

NEMOPHILA Releases New Single "ADABANA"

Music

NEMOPHILA Releases New Single "ADABANA"

  NEMOPHILA has just premiered their newest single, ADABANA, about an hour ago.  Give it a listen.

Jun.20

Neon White (Switch) Review

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Neon White (Switch) Review

The story of Neon White follows a group of assassins from Hell called Neons who are sent to heaven to compete with other demon slayers for the chance to stay...

Jun.20

BILIBILI announces "MACRO LINK - STAR PHASE" to take place on July 17 plus Stream

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BILIBILI announces "MACRO LINK - STAR PHASE" to take place on July 17 plus Stream

bilibili, China's largest streaming site, has just announced a streaming event featuring some of Japan's top anison artists.  The event is titled "BILIBILI MACRO LINK - STAR PHASE" and will...

Jun.17

CrunchyRoll Expo Announces New Crunchy City Music Fest Headliner BURNOUT SYNDROMES

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CrunchyRoll Expo Announces New Crunchy City Music Fest Headliner BURNOUT SYNDROMES

Crunchyroll Expo's 2022 edition features a slightly different musical format than last time.  Instead of a concert with a separate ticket purchase, they have decided to make it all-inclusive with...

Jun.09

Hikaru Utada Live Sessions from Air Studios Now Available for Streaming on Netflix!

Music

Hikaru Utada Live Sessions from Air Studios Now Available for Streaming on Netflix!

Earlier this year, Hikaru Utada streamed a special concert titled "Hikaru Utada Live Sessions from Air Studios." It was later bundled on DVD and Blu-Ray alongside the limited edition release...

Jun.08

Aniplex Announces Guests and Schedule for Anime Expo 2022

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Aniplex Announces Guests and Schedule for Anime Expo 2022

Aniplex has a tradition of bringing big name guests to Anime Expo, and this year is no different.  For 2022, they have Kaguya-sama: Love is War, Sword Art Online, Demon...

Jun.08

ShindoL To Appear as Guest of Honor for Anime Expo

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ShindoL To Appear as Guest of Honor for Anime Expo

  ShindoL has just been officially announced for an appearance at Anime Expo 2022.  Love him or hate him, he is a quality artist. His stories might be a little out...

Jun.07

Berserk to Resume Publication on June 24 Under Kouji Mori

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Berserk to Resume Publication on June 24 Under Kouji Mori

  Berserk.  We lost mangaka Kentaro Miura just one year ago in May 2021.  His assistants and apprentices did what they could to draw one more chapter.  On June 7, 2022...

Jun.07

One Piece to Go on One-Month Hiatus Starting June 27

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One Piece to Go on One-Month Hiatus Starting June 27

One Piece is a name that every anime fan should know.  It's reached a mythical status thanks to the longevity of its author, Eiichiro Oda, and has over one-thousand chapters...

Jun.02

Resident Evil 4 Remake Unveiled - PlayStation State of Play

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Resident Evil 4 Remake Unveiled - PlayStation State of Play

Resident Evil 4 Remake has been somewhat of a rumor since we last saw success with the remakes of Resident Evil2 and 3. During today's PlayStation State of Play, Capcom...

Jun.02

Persona 25th Anniversary Special Events at Anime Expo and Worldwide

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Persona 25th Anniversary Special Events at Anime Expo and Worldwide

This year is the 25th Anniversary of Atlus' Persona franchise. Like a lot of people, I really got into Persona with Persona 3. And, like a lot of people, I...

Jun.01

Johnny's Travis Japan Set to Attend Anime Expo 2022

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Johnny's Travis Japan Set to Attend Anime Expo 2022

  On the music front, Anime Expo announced the appearance of the group Travis Japan for Anime Expo 2022. Travis Japan is part of the wide-ranging Johnny and Associates organization. First...

May.31

Voices Behind Obey Me! to Appear at Anime Expo 2022

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Voices Behind Obey Me! to Appear at Anime Expo 2022

Earlier today, it was announced that the Obey Me! Boys would be attending Anime Expo 2022. Obey Me!, shorthand for Obey Me! – One Master to Rule Them All, is...

May.25

FAKE STAR USA presents Constellations vol. 1 featuring DEMONDICE, TeddyLoid, and ACME in Los Angeles 6/30/22

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FAKE STAR USA presents Constellations vol. 1 featuring DEMONDICE, TeddyLoid, and ACME in Los Angeles 6/30/22

DEMONDICE.  TeddyLoid. ACME.  You've probably heard of them before.  They're going to be in Los Angeles coming up really soon.  

May.20

Fanime 2022 - Pre-Con Summary

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Fanime 2022 - Pre-Con Summary

  Fanime is coming up next weekend. This is the long-awaited return of one of California's mainstay conventions. It's been a long three years since the last one (having been on...

May.19

Concert Report: Beast in Black and Nightwish in San Francisco, CA (5/18/22)

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Concert Report: Beast in Black and Nightwish in San Francisco, CA (5/18/22)

Nightwish.  Yeah, that's definitely not a Japanese band.  Finnish, actually. And I can sense the head editor staring at me right now wondering why this post is here.  It's anime-related, I swear. ...

May.16

Ryoma! The Prince of Tennis - Decide (Anime Review)

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Ryoma! The Prince of Tennis - Decide (Anime Review)

We got the opportunity to review Ryoma! The Prince of Tennis - Decide movie from 2022. The movie is a continuation of the series Prince of Tennis which includes a...

May.11

Nemophila Debuts New Single "A Ray of Light"

Music

Nemophila Debuts New Single "A Ray of Light"

  Nemophila just released their latest song, "A Ray of Light."  If this is any indicator of their upcoming songs, oh man, things are going to be good.

May.10

Steve Aoki x ONE PIECE @ Anime Expo 2022

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Steve Aoki x ONE PIECE @ Anime Expo 2022

  Never thought I'd see Steve Aoki related to Anime Expo but here we are.  Toei Animation pairs with none other than famed DJ and producer Steve Aoki for promoting One Piece...

May.08

OffKai Expo: First Impressions

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OffKai Expo: First Impressions

Like many things in life, the first impression of a convention is important.  A convention's first-year oftentimes determines its ultimate fate.  The inaugural OffKai Expo took place between April 29...

May.07

Beast in Black Releases Lyric Video for "Broken Survivors" / US Tour 2022 Info

Music

Beast in Black Releases Lyric Video for "Broken Survivors" / US Tour 2022 Info

  I always love it when my hobbies collide. If you ask me what kind of music I listen to, I'll describe it as one of two things: metal, and Japanese...

Apr.29

Nemophila Live Performance in Los Angeles - 7/1/22

Music

Nemophila Live Performance in Los Angeles - 7/1/22

Out of nowhere, NEMOPHILA has just announced a new live concert date in the United States.  Los Angeles' storied Whisky A Go Go will now be the venue of their...

Apr.28

Dreamcatcher Announces US Tour "Apocalypse: Save Us"

Music

Dreamcatcher Announces US Tour "Apocalypse: Save Us"

Now, you could file this one under K-Pop, but Korean girl group Dreamcatcher just announced their second world tour, and in particular for us, the dates for the United States...

Apr.26

Netflix Announces Release Date for Feature Film "Drifting Home" - 9/16/22

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Netflix Announces Release Date for Feature Film "Drifting Home" - 9/16/22

  Netflix has been going through some tumult as of late but they haven't given up the animation ghost yet. They've announced a release date of September 16 for the film...

Apr.15

Coachella Heads Up: Hikaru Utada to Perform During 88rising's "Head in the Clouds Forever" Set

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Coachella Heads Up: Hikaru Utada to Perform During 88rising's "Head in the Clouds Forever" Set

Earlier today, the 88rising music label posted something big on Twitter.  Hikaru Utada will perform as part of their Coachella lineup.

Apr.14

Coachella Heads Up: Kyary Pamyu Pamyu on 4/16/22 (4/17/22) (Concert in LA 4/18/22)

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Coachella Heads Up: Kyary Pamyu Pamyu on 4/16/22 (4/17/22) (Concert in LA 4/18/22)

So, it's Coachella again. Like many other things, it's been a couple of years since it's been held in person. People are feeling comfortable getting out there again, and that...

Apr.14

Anime Expo announces first guest - Mika Akitaka

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Anime Expo announces first guest - Mika Akitaka

  After two years, Anime Expo will finally resume in-person activities. Like many conventions, Anime Expo took some time off during the pandemic. With the advent of various countermeasures, it's now...

Apr.11

Makoto Shinkai's Newest Film "Suzume no Tojimari" Revealed  - Release Date 11/11/22

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Makoto Shinkai's Newest Film "Suzume no Tojimari" Revealed - Release Date 11/11/22

  Master filmmaker Makoto Shinkai never stops working. His previous film, 2019's "Weathering With You," received plenty of acclaim, and the movie before that, 2016's "Your Name," was a global phenomenon...

Apr.11

"Pompo the Cinephile" in Theaters 4/27-28

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"Pompo the Cinephile" in Theaters 4/27-28

  GKIDS announced late last year that they had picked up the rights for the movie "Pompo the Cinephile."  The original Japanese version was released last June and the English Blu-Ray...

Apr.10

Kingdom Hearts IV Begins Development

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Kingdom Hearts IV Begins Development

  It's been quite some time since fans have last seen any news on Kingdom Hearts. During their 20th Anniversary event, the newest entry in the franchise was announced titled Kingdom...

Apr.07

OffKai Expo - A New Convention Dedicated to Virtual Streaming 4/29/22-5/1/22

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OffKai Expo - A New Convention Dedicated to Virtual Streaming 4/29/22-5/1/22

  OffKai Expo is an up-and-coming convention being held for the first time ever in just a few weeks. For the uninitiated, an offkai is an "offline meeting." Offline, aka "real...

Apr.02

SCANDAL World Tour 2022 - "Kiss from the darkness" - North American Leg

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SCANDAL World Tour 2022 - "Kiss from the darkness" - North American Leg

You'll notice that it's actually titled "SCANDAL WORLD TOUR 2020 'Kiss from the darkness'," and that's not a joke. This was supposed to happen two years ago.  Fingers crossed, it'll...

Mar.31

Maaya Sakamoto to Release New Single “Sumire / Kotoba ni Dekinai” on May 25

Music

Maaya Sakamoto to Release New Single “Sumire / Kotoba ni Dekinai” on May 25

Popular seiyuu and singer Maaya Sakamoto announced today on her birthday that she will be releasing a double A-side single containing the theme songs (“Sumire" and "Kotoba ni Dekinai”) of...

Mar.28

Some of The Coolest Cosplay at PAX West 2021

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Some of The Coolest Cosplay at PAX West 2021

Aside from the wide variety of games, there was also some very some very impressive cosplayers on the show floor. Here's just a quick look at some of the coolest...

Mar.28

Impression: Returning to PAX West in 2021

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Impression: Returning to PAX West in 2021

During Labor Day weekend, I had the pleasure of attending PAX West in person since it had been shut down in 2020 due to the ongoing spread of Covid-19. Obviously...

Mar.18

Arknights: Endfield Announced - Arknights Action RPG?

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Arknights: Endfield Announced - Arknights Action RPG?

Hypergryph, the studio behind Arknights, has just revealed to the world the next chapter of Arknights.  It's official name is "Endfield."

Mar.15

Spotlight: Yoshitaka Amano VR Museum Kickstarter

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Spotlight: Yoshitaka Amano VR Museum Kickstarter

  Amano is a name that I think everyone knows from his work on Final Fantasy, Vampire Hunter D, and many others. He's compiled quite the collection over the past five...

Mar.04

Band-Maid returns to the United States!

Music

Band-Maid returns to the United States!

  Band-Maid's long awaited return to the United States has finally been announced!

Feb.25

Band-Maid and Nemophila to Play at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento

Music

Band-Maid and Nemophila to Play at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento

  This is just a quick one with a bit of info that are relevant for those of you who love Japanese rock: Band-Maid and Nemophila have been announced for Aftershock...

Jan.28

Netflix New Masters of the Universe (He-Man) Live Action Movie

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Netflix New Masters of the Universe (He-Man) Live Action Movie

Toy company Mattel and online streaming giant Netflix announced they are working on a live-action movie adaptation of the Masters of the Universe franchise.

Dec.10

Sony Music AnimeSongs Online 2022

Music

Sony Music AnimeSongs Online 2022

Tickets for Sony's online live anime musical show featuring 14 artists are available now. Artists include Eir Aoi, Aimer, T.M. Revolution, FLOW, and more. It appears each artist has selected...

Nov.10

"Chopstick" by NiziU

Music

"Chopstick" by NiziU

Japanese girl group, NiziU released a video of their newest song "Chopstick" today. Check out this super catchy song in Japanese with awesome K-pop visuals. Chopstick also appears to be...

Oct.29

SQUARE ENIX MASTERLINE FINAL FANTASY Ⅵ 1/6 Scale

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SQUARE ENIX MASTERLINE FINAL FANTASY Ⅵ 1/6 Scale

Square Enix has revealed a video prototype of a 1/6 scale statue of Terra riding on a Magitek Armor from Final Fantasy VI produced by Japanese statue maker Prime 1...

Oct.29

Beast in Black Releases Third Album - "Dark Connection"

Music

Beast in Black Releases Third Album - "Dark Connection"

About a week ago, Beast in Black released their newest album, Dark Connection. This is the band's third album. It's a bit more cyberpunky as opposed to fantasy themes compared...

Oct.29

Tokyo International Music Market 2021 - Nov 1-3

Music

Tokyo International Music Market 2021 - Nov 1-3

The Tokyo International Music Market will again be held online for 2021. This year's event is scheduled for November 1 through November 3.

Oct.25

Blue Reflection: Second Light Demo Now Available

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Blue Reflection: Second Light Demo Now Available

In case you didn't hear, Blue Reflection: Second Light is getting a playable demo, and you can download it right now on PlayStation Network and Nintendo eShop.

Oct.14

Macross F Galaxy Tour 2021 'REVENGE' to stream worldwide on 11/10/21

Music

Macross F Galaxy Tour 2021 'REVENGE' to stream worldwide on 11/10/21

    Image info and copyright: Illustration by Risa Ebata©2007 BIGWEST/ MACROSS F PROJECT・MBS   We're only a few weeks away from something I've been waiting for: a live-streamed Macross Frontier concert. As we...

Oct.08

Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water: Things I Am Most Excited For

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Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water: Things I Am Most Excited For

Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water has been on my radar ever since its reveal during E3 2021. I have always been into supernatural horror and what better way than...

Sep.25

Cowboy Bebop Live Action Opening Trailer

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Cowboy Bebop Live Action Opening Trailer

During Netflix's online fan event titled Tundum held on September 25th, they unveiled the opening to the highly anticipated live-action series adaptation of the 1998 Cowboy Bebop anime. The opening...

Sep.22

Kena: Bridge of Spirits (PS5) Review

Game Reviews

Kena: Bridge of Spirits (PS5) Review

 You collect a lot of hats in Kena: Bridge of Spirits. Kena assumes the role of Spirit Guide, adventurer, and friend of furry little spirits known as the rot. Kena...

Sep.10

BABYMETAL Featured in Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Trailer

Music

BABYMETAL Featured in Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Trailer

  During the PlayStation Showcase, Gearbox revealed an awesome headbanging trailer for Tiny Tina's Wonderlands that features the song "Gimme Chocolate!!" by BABYMETAL. Tiny Tina's Wonderlands appears to be a standalone spinoff...

Sep.07

Frog Detective 1 & 2 (PC) Review

Game Reviews

Frog Detective 1 & 2 (PC) Review

After seeing it on a hololive-EN livestream, my curiosity got the best of me when it came to wanting to play the Frog Detective series. While I missed the original...

Aug.15

NHK Professional: Documentary of Hideaki Anno

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NHK Professional: Documentary of Hideaki Anno

With the final chapter of Evangelion releasing on Amazon this weekend globally, fans may want to check out NHK Professional: Documentary of Hideaki Anno (& EVANGELION 3.0+1.0) special which originally aired...

Jul.30

The King of Fighters XV Athena Asamiya Character Trailer and New Team

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The King of Fighters XV Athena Asamiya Character Trailer and New Team

While King of Fighters XV may be a ways off from release, that doesn't mean we can't enjoy more awesome character trailers. SNK president Ge Zhihui announced a new character...

Jul.13

Super Robot Wars 30 New Trailer

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Super Robot Wars 30 New Trailer

Bandai Namco Entertainment Southeast Asia released a new English trailer for Super Robot Wars 30. New to the series, Bandai will be including mecha from Brave Police J-Decker, The King...

Jul.07

AKIBA'S TRIP: Hellbound & Debriefed Preview - Impression

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AKIBA'S TRIP: Hellbound & Debriefed Preview - Impression

Akiba's Trip: Hellbound & Debriefed is an HD remaster of the original Akiba's Trip game released on the PlayStation Portable. Honestly, I didn't know much about the Akiba's Trip games...

Jul.06

Nintendo's Newest System is the Switch OLED

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Nintendo's Newest System is the Switch OLED

Nintendo has quietly revealed a new model in the Nintendo Switch family called the Switch OLED model. If you were hoping for a Switch Pro that doesn’t seem to be...

Jul.01

EVANGELION: 3.0+1.01 Heads to Amazon Prime Video

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EVANGELION: 3.0+1.01 Heads to Amazon Prime Video

While fans in Japan had been able to enjoy watching the fourth and final Rebuild of Evangelion movie, Evangelion: 3.0 + 1.0 Thrice Upon a Time since March, Amazon has announced they...

Jul.01

Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny (Switch) Review

Game Reviews

Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny (Switch) Review

I have always had a love-hate relationship with the Disgaea series. At its core, the series has deep and addicting strategy RPG mechanics and more ways than ever to max...

Jun.30

Doki Doki Literature Club Plus Now Avilable - Launch Trailer

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Doki Doki Literature Club Plus Now Avilable - Launch Trailer

The ever-popular physiological horror game Doki Dokie Literature Club Plus is now available, packed with loads of new content and surprises. 

Jun.30

Sad graduation announcement from the Cute Hololive Dragon Kiryu Coco

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Sad graduation announcement from the Cute Hololive Dragon Kiryu Coco

 On June 8, 2021, the Vtubers community was hit with a big announcement by the famous Hololive Vtuber Kiryu Coco herself which came out of nowhere. Coco announced on a...

Jun.29

SHIKIZAKURA Anime Series to Premiere at Anime Expo Lite 2021

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SHIKIZAKURA Anime Series to Premiere at Anime Expo Lite 2021

Anime Expo Lite 2021 will host the exclusive world premiere of SHIKIZAKURA in a special livestream event on Saturday, July 4th at 5:15PM PDT. It will notably feature a performance...

Jun.29

LisAni!LIVE L.A. returns to Anime Expo - Anime Expo Lite 2021

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LisAni!LIVE L.A. returns to Anime Expo - Anime Expo Lite 2021

Anime Expo Lite 2021 will feature its special live online concert featuring performances by many talented artists. This year's two-day livestream will run from Saturday, July3rd through Sunday, July 4th.

Jun.28

Anime Expo Lite Launches Discover Little Tokyo Promotion

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Anime Expo Lite Launches Discover Little Tokyo Promotion

Anime Expo Lite has launched a promotion for registered ticket holders to visit the Little Tokyo district in Los Angeles, to take advantage of a special promotion being offered by...

Jun.15

Nintendo Treehouse Premieres Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Gameplay - E3 2021

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Nintendo Treehouse Premieres Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Gameplay - E3 2021

Nintendo showed off 47 minutes of gameplay from Capcom's Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin during their Treehouse: Live at E3 2021 segment. The game is due out on...

Jun.15

Monster Outbreak is Exhilarating and Addicting - E3 2021 Preview Impression

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Monster Outbreak is Exhilarating and Addicting - E3 2021 Preview Impression

Developer GameMunchers is bringing some love back to 2D pixel art games with Monsters Outbreak, A fast-paced tower defense hack and slash game.

Jun.14

River City Girls Zero Announced - E3 2021

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River City Girls Zero Announced - E3 2021

Publisher Arc System Works and developer Wayforward announced River City Girls Zero, known as Shin Nekkeketsu Koha: Kunio-tachi no Baka in Japan. This localized version will launch on the Nintendo...

Jun.14

WayForward Announces River City Girls 2 - E3 2021

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WayForward Announces River City Girls 2 - E3 2021

  It has been an exciting year for the publisher Arc System Works and developer WayFoward. Hot off the presses is River City Girls 2, announced for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series...

Jun.11

Arcade1Up Announces New Home Arcade Machines - E3 2021

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Arcade1Up Announces New Home Arcade Machines - E3 2021

Hot off the presses, Arcade1Up has announced a slew of new home arcade machines during this very excited week of games news.

May.26

Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie Review

Anime Reviews

Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie Review

There is a moment in Sailor Moon Eternal where Chibusa (Sailor Chibi Moon) wishes to be an adult while her mother Usagi (Sailor Moon) jests it must be nice being...

May.20

Cygames announces new action game Project GAMM

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Cygames announces new action game Project GAMM

Cygames has announced an all-new action game titled Project GAMM. A teaser site with concept artwork and the main staff was also revealed.

May.08

Resident Evil: Village Puppet Shorts are a frighteningly good time

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Resident Evil: Village Puppet Shorts are a frighteningly good time

With Resident Evil: Village getting rave reviews, its no wonder its the talk of the internet right now. However, a recent survey conducted for the previous game, Resident Evil: VII ...

Apr.27

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie Heads to Netflix

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Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie Heads to Netflix

  Netflix has just announced they will be streaming globally Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie Part 1 & Part 2 will be premiering globally on Netflix (outside of Japan)...

Apr.22

Tales of ARISE Launches September 10th, 2021

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Tales of ARISE Launches September 10th, 2021

Tales of ARISE finally has a release date and Bandai Namco has an action packed trailer and some shiny new collectors editions to show.

Mar.09

Utada Hikaru "One Last Kiss" MV - Eva 3.0+1.0 Theme

Music

Utada Hikaru "One Last Kiss" MV - Eva 3.0+1.0 Theme

Utada Hikaru's "One Last Kiss" music video is now available online coinciding with the theatrical release of Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time.Utada revealed on her Twitter account that she wrote...

Feb.25

Kena: Bridge of Spirits is a Cute Action Adventure Game

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Kena: Bridge of Spirits is a Cute Action Adventure Game

  The folks over at Ember Lab are gearing up with their adorable action adventure game Kena: Bridge of Spirits.

Feb.21

LiSA Upcoming Acoustic Streaming Concert - "unlasting shadow" on 3/14/21

Music

LiSA Upcoming Acoustic Streaming Concert - "unlasting shadow" on 3/14/21

  Not too long ago, LiSA had her first online concert, ONLINE LEO NiNE. She'll be back on March 14th with an acoustic set.

Feb.15

Demon Slayer Second Season Trailer - Kimetsu no Yaiba: Yuukaku-hen

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Demon Slayer Second Season Trailer - Kimetsu no Yaiba: Yuukaku-hen

During the second-anniversary online celebration of Demon Slayer (Demon Slayer Matsuri Online -Anime 2nd Anniversary Festival) animation studio Ufotable revealed a trailer was released for the second season covering the...

Jan.25

AniPic! - Collectible Art via Blockchain Technology

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AniPic! - Collectible Art via Blockchain Technology

For anime fans who love collecting and want to try something new, a Japanese tech company YUIMEX introduced AniPic!, a platform that distributes collectible digital art from popular anime series...

Jan.04

One Piece Celebrates their World Top 100 One Piece Campaign

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One Piece Celebrates their World Top 100 One Piece Campaign

Three manga panels drawn and 23 years ago Eiichiro Oda's title "One Piece" was brought, upon the Japanese continent, a new series, conceived in his mind, and dedicated to that...

Dec.10

Lovebites Performs Vlad Love's 'Mai' Version Opening - "Winds of Transylvania"

Music

Lovebites Performs Vlad Love's 'Mai' Version Opening - "Winds of Transylvania"

  Whenever people ask for Japanese music recommendations there's one band I always recommend: Lovebites. They're an all-female band formed in 2016 and they play a blistering brand of power metal...

Dec.09

amazarashi to Broadcast the Streaming Concert "Mappoudokushou Utenkekkou" on 12/12 Japan, 12/20 Global

Music

amazarashi to Broadcast the Streaming Concert "Mappoudokushou Utenkekkou" on 12/12 Japan, 12/20 Global

Looking for more streaming concerts to watch?  amazarashi has you covered with a concert titled "Mappoudokushou Utenkekkou" coming up on 12/12 in Japan and 12/20 around the world.  The group's...

Dec.08

Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 is Out Today!

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Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 is Out Today!

 If you haven't heard, Sega has launched Puyo Puyo Tetris 2. The sequel to this beloved cross over combines two iconic puzzle series, for an experience everyone can enjoy. A...

Nov.30

Concert Report: Lantis and Purple One Star's New Generation LIVE 2020 on 11/26/20

Music

Concert Report: Lantis and Purple One Star's New Generation LIVE 2020 on 11/26/20

On 11/26/20, Lantis and Purple One Star teamed up to help expose the world to some of their newest artists via the New Generation LIVE.  A few are actually veterans...

Nov.22

Aimer Live at Anywhere 2020 in Christ Shinagawa Church on 11/27/20

Music

Aimer Live at Anywhere 2020 in Christ Shinagawa Church on 11/27/20

  Image courtesy Resonance Media MMS, from Anime Expo 2018 As mentioned in my spring song writeup, Aimer will be hosting an online concert later this week. Aimer's voice has graced many...

Nov.21

Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. spring song - In Which We Feel a Feel

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Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. spring song - In Which We Feel a Feel

COVID19 has made Japanese events in America complicated, to say the least. A lot of conventions and concerts have been delayed or canceled outright. Such is the situation with spring...

Nov.09

New Ahri Unlocked Statue

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New Ahri Unlocked Statue

The League of Legends Store in China opened preorders on a new Ahri figure. The figure is a part of Riot's Unlocked Statue line which portrays their characters in a...

Nov.03

Tokyo International Music Market 3-Day Music Showcase starts November 4!

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Tokyo International Music Market 3-Day Music Showcase starts November 4!

An event you may not have heard of is the Tokyo International Music Market.  TIMM is currently in its 17th year and geared more towards those in the industry but...

Oct.21

ClariS Reveals Faces During 10th Anniversary Celebrations

Music

ClariS Reveals Faces During 10th Anniversary Celebrations

Celebrating their 10th anniversary, J-Pop duo Clara and Karen from ClariS revealed their faces for the first time during their online concert titled "ClariS 10th Anniversary Precious LIVE~ Gift ~...

Oct.20

Negima! + Negima!? Complete Collection Review

Anime Reviews

Negima! + Negima!? Complete Collection Review

Sentai is re–releasing all 54 episodes of Negima in a seven disc Blu-ray box set. Originally based on a manga written by Ken Akamatsu, Negima follows the story of 10-year-old...

Oct.06

Godzilla Singular Point Heads to Netflix

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Godzilla Singular Point Heads to Netflix

Online streaming giant Netflix announced a new Godzilla anime series titled Godzilla Singular Point. The series will be directed by Atsushi Takahashi and will be a joint production between studio bones...

Sep.11

“BanG Dream! 8th☆LIVE” Summer Outdoors 3DAYS Streaming Event on 9/20/20-9/23/20

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“BanG Dream! 8th☆LIVE” Summer Outdoors 3DAYS Streaming Event on 9/20/20-9/23/20

  During the interview conducted as part of the BanG Dream! Cafe Zoom event (click here to check it out), Aimi hinted at the (then upcoming) BanG Dream! 8th☆LIVE which was...

Sep.09

Love Live ! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club 2nd Live! Streaming Event 9/12-9/13

Music

Love Live ! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club 2nd Live! Streaming Event 9/12-9/13

  Y'all like Love Live? Course you do. How about those Nijigasaki girls? Yeah? Well, you're in luck. Big streaming event this weekend, namely Nijigasaki's second live. Coolest part is that...

Sep.01

The Demon Girl Next Door Review

Anime Reviews

The Demon Girl Next Door Review

 Originally airing in Japan from July 2019 to September of the same year the anime The Demon Girl-Next-Door has finally gotten an American release.

Aug.29

HIKARU UTADA Live TOP FAN PICKS to Premiere 8/31/20

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HIKARU UTADA Live TOP FAN PICKS to Premiere 8/31/20

  Hikaru Utada will premiere fan-selected concert footage in a special program titled "HIKARU UTADA Live TOP FAN PICKS."

Aug.28

MAN WITH A 'REBOOT LIVE & STREAMING' MISSION Online Performance set for 8/29

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MAN WITH A 'REBOOT LIVE & STREAMING' MISSION Online Performance set for 8/29

  Everyone's favorite band of wolves will hold a 10th anniversary live stream straight from ZEPP TOKYO on 8/29/20. It's titled "MAN WITH A 'REBOOT LIVE & STREAMING' MISSION."

Aug.26

avex presents the a-nation Summer Music Festival!

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avex presents the a-nation Summer Music Festival!

  One of Japan's premiere summer music festivals, a-nation, is set to kick off in less than a day. a-nation has traded their in-person version for a set of five online...

Aug.24

Marvel's Avengers Super Cool Launch Trailer

Gaming News

Marvel's Avengers Super Cool Launch Trailer

  Marvel's Avengers release is right around the corner and what better way to get hyped for it's release than with a shiny new launch trailer. 

Aug.24

FlyingDog Releases a Multitude of Anime songs for Streaming

Music

FlyingDog Releases a Multitude of Anime songs for Streaming

  FlyingDog recently made over 3500 songs from various eras available for public streaming. You might know FlyingDog better as the anime music and video arm of Victor Entertainment. Some of...

Aug.19

Eastern Exorcist (PC) Review

Game Reviews

Eastern Exorcist (PC) Review

Eastern Exorcist is a new side scrolling action RPG that is still in Early Access. Nevertheless, there is still much to appreciate with the three chapters worth of gameplay currently...

Aug.12

ORESKABAND Upcoming Special Livestream Event - SAYONARA Homerun! - Cheers to Tomi

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ORESKABAND Upcoming Special Livestream Event - SAYONARA Homerun! - Cheers to Tomi

  ORESKABAND is another long-lasting band. Their ecclectic style adds a couple of unusual instruments in the form of a trombone and saxophone (and in the past, a trumpet). They've been...

Aug.07

Marvels Avengers Shows a lot of Promise - Beta Impression

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Marvels Avengers Shows a lot of Promise - Beta Impression

  After being able to play a hands-on demo of Marvel's Avengers at PAX 2019 and seeing more new info released during the various War Table streams, I was excited to...

Jul.31

BanG Dream Online Cafe Virtual Talk Report

Anime News

BanG Dream Online Cafe Virtual Talk Report

  As we posted earlier, BanG Dream! Girls Band Party! joined together with Los Angeles' Cafe Dulce for a collaboration cafe event. Cafe events are standard in Japan and if you...

Jul.29

Marvel's Avengers Beta - Playable Hawkeye & Fortnite Collaboration

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Marvel's Avengers Beta - Playable Hawkeye & Fortnite Collaboration

Publisher Square Enix and developers Crystal Dynamics and Eidos Montreal shared exciting new info about the upcoming beta, post-launch playable character Hawkeye, and a Fortnite collaboration during the games second...

Jul.13

Sakura Wars (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

Sakura Wars (PS4) Review

Almost a decade has passed, the Sakura Wars franchise finally has a new game release outside of Japan. Sakura Wars (2019) takes place in an alternate 1940s (about a decade...

Jul.06

Summer Pockets (PC) Review

Game Reviews

Summer Pockets (PC) Review

  "What was the last memorable summer you had?” Key’s latest visual novel Summer Pockets was originally released in 2018 and is their newest entry in the company’s long history of...

Jul.05

Bushiroad presents: BanG Dream Collaboration Cafe with Cafe Dulce!

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Bushiroad presents: BanG Dream Collaboration Cafe with Cafe Dulce!

  One of the cool things about Japan is that they have lots of random pop-up shops and cafe collaborations. If you can think of a popular show or franchise, it's...

Jul.04

KuroCon - July 4-5, 2020

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KuroCon - July 4-5, 2020

  The fourth and final event of the July Fourth weekend is Kurocon (Kurotsukicon). Kurocon, you ask? Don't worry if you've never heard of it; I hadn't either until earlier this...

Jul.04

Aniplex Online Fest - July 4-5, 2020

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Aniplex Online Fest - July 4-5, 2020

The third event of 2020's July Fourth weekend is Aniplex Online Fest. Much like FunimationCon, Aniplex Online Fest is all about Aniplex's own franchises and IP. Aniplex Online Fest takes...

Jul.03

FunimationCon - July 3-4, 2020

Convention News

FunimationCon - July 3-4, 2020

  July 4th weekend is a staple for anime convention fans. As mentioned earlier, this year is a little different and everything has gone online. The second of our articles focuses...

Jul.03

Anime Expo Lite - July 3-4, 2020

Convention News

Anime Expo Lite - July 3-4, 2020

  Normally on a July 4th weekend we'd be down in Los Angeles with 100,000 other fans for none other than Anime Expo. COVID19 has put a wrench in convention plans...

Jun.25

Studio Trigger New Anime CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS

Anime News

Studio Trigger New Anime CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS

Game developer CD PROJEKT RED revealed today a new 10 episode anime series, CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS during their Night City Wire live stream. The series will be set in the same universe as...

Jun.24

Marvels Avengers War Table Stream Reveals New Info

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Marvels Avengers War Table Stream Reveals New Info

After briefly being able to check out a hands-off demo of Crystal Dynamics Marvel's Avengers during last year's E3, the only thing that was on my mind was I wanted...

Jun.20

TWICE's 6th Japanese Single "Fanfare" M/V

Music

TWICE's 6th Japanese Single "Fanfare" M/V

Hot off the heels of TWICE's latest music video release of "MORE & MORE", TWICE's Japanese Youtube channel has released a new music video titled "Fanfare". This upbeat song's release...

May.11

Utada Hikaru Instagram Live to feature ONE OK ROCK's TAKA on May 17!

Music

Utada Hikaru Instagram Live to feature ONE OK ROCK's TAKA on May 17!

Superstar Hikaru Utada has been streaming her "Ask Hikaru Paisen--Home-quarantine Edition" on Instagram Live for the past two Sundays and on this upcoming Sunday, the 17th, will feature ONE OK...

Apr.30

SEGA AGES G-LOC Air Battle Announced Launches Today

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SEGA AGES G-LOC Air Battle Announced Launches Today

Sega has announced the combat flight simulator G-LOC Air Battle as part of their Sega Ages Line up. It launches for Nintendo Switch today.

Apr.26

AFA UNITED - Musical Performances and More to be Streamed on 4/26/20

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AFA UNITED - Musical Performances and More to be Streamed on 4/26/20

The COVID-19 pandemic has been trying for a lot of industries, anime included. Japan is currently in the midst of a rising number of confirmed cases and their animation industry...

Apr.13

TWICE Documentary Releasing on YouTube

K-pop

TWICE Documentary Releasing on YouTube

Revealed originally back in August 2019, YouTube will be releasing an eight-episode documentary featuring K-pop girl group TWICE on April 29 titled TWICE: Seize the Light through their YouTube Originals...

Mar.27

Shantae and the Seven Sirens Gets a Release Date for Consoles and PC on May 28th

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Shantae and the Seven Sirens Gets a Release Date for Consoles and PC on May 28th

 Shantaea and the Seven Sirens finally has a release date, publisher and developer WayForward announced. The half-genie hero will see the debut of her new game for PlayStation4, Xbox One...

Mar.24

Tower of God Webtoon Animated Series

Anime News

Tower of God Webtoon Animated Series

Anime streaming website Crunchyroll revealed that they will be premiering an anime adaptation of the popular Korean webtoon comic, Tower of God on April 1. The webtoon was originally published...

Mar.20

DOOM Eternal (Xbox One) Review

Game Reviews

DOOM Eternal (Xbox One) Review

You wield a lot of guns and gadgets in Doom Eternal. DOOM Slayer assumes the role of a one-man army and so much more transforming into an even more powerful...

Mar.19

Check out the Shin Sakura Wars the Animation Second Trailer

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Check out the Shin Sakura Wars the Animation Second Trailer

  Sega has released the second official trailer for Shin Sakura Wars the Animation, it's upcoming animated series based on the PlayStation 4 game Sakura Wars.

Mar.02

Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo Available Now

Gaming News

Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo Available Now

 Square Enix has finally released the infamous Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo that everyone has been dying to play since it leaked back in January on the PlayStation Store.

Feb.14

Final Fantasy VII Remake's Opening Cinematic is Absolutely Breathtaking

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Final Fantasy VII Remake's Opening Cinematic is Absolutely Breathtaking

 With Final Fantasy VII Remake's release date right around the corner, fans are no doubt still camouring for any piece of news or update about the highly anticipated title.

Jan.31

Love Live! Sunshine!! Aina Suzuki Solo Artist Debut

Music

Love Live! Sunshine!! Aina Suzuki Solo Artist Debut

Aina Suzuki, best known for her voice as Mari Ohara in Love Live! Sunshine!!, made her solo debut with the release of "Hikariiro no Uta". Written by singer and songwriter ZAQ...

Jan.30

Disgaea Finally Heads to iOS and Android

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Disgaea Finally Heads to iOS and Android

After years of praying to the Prinny God and pestering our friends at NIS America, Disgaea 1 Complete has been revealed for Android and iOS. This appears to be a...

Jan.27

Kingdom Hearts III Re:Mind (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

Kingdom Hearts III Re:Mind (PS4) Review

Kingdom Hearts III has been one of the most ambitious titles of our decade. With its charming characters, over the top story and its crazy battle mechanics its easily a...

Jan.27

New Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 Trailer

Anime News

New Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 Trailer

Check out the newest trailer released today by Netflix as we get a better look at the unique character designs provided by Russian illustrator Ilya Kusvashinov.

Jan.27

A Report on the Tour Premiere of Nier: Orchestra Concert re:12018

Music

A Report on the Tour Premiere of Nier: Orchestra Concert re:12018

First five photos courtesy AWR Music Productions Last three photos, all photo editing: Brian Lee As I write this article, I'm actually on a flight back home. It's been a wild two nights and I'm a far way from home. I had traded the pleasantly sunny skies of California for the snowy streets of Chicago for the weekend. "Why?" you might ask. A very good reason: the premiere of the Nier: Orchestra Concert re:12018 tour. 

Jan.20

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is Exactly The Open World Game I Have Been Looking For

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Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is Exactly The Open World Game I Have Been Looking For

  The Dragon Ball games have been quite a staple of the industry for quite some time, dating back to the Famicom in the 1980s. They have mainly been fighting games...

Dec.04

Shoko Nakagawa’s new album  “RGB~True Color~” Released

Music

Shoko Nakagawa’s new album “RGB~True Color~” Released

Multitalented Shoko Nakagawa is best known as a singer, voice actor, and television personality has released her 5th full album RGB~True Color~. Songs on the album include anime tie-ins from...

Nov.29

FLOW Announces 2020 World Tour!

Music

FLOW Announces 2020 World Tour!

  Japanese band FLOW has just announced a world tour for 2020. Enterprising individuals had found the dates at their local venues early on Friday and just a few hours ago...

Nov.23

DIR EN GREY's Overseas Tour 2019 "This Way to Self-Destruction" Kicks Off 12/5 in Los Angeles

Music

DIR EN GREY's Overseas Tour 2019 "This Way to Self-Destruction" Kicks Off 12/5 in Los Angeles

  It's been a while since DIR EN GREY was in America but they'll be making a tour of it in the usual places come December. The tour kicks off in...

Nov.01

CharaExpo 2019 - What to Expect

Convention News

CharaExpo 2019 - What to Expect

  CharaExpo 2019 takes place in a little more than a month and and Bushiroad has been kicking up a storm with their announcements. CharaExpo is Bushiroad's spotlight convention for a...

Oct.23

Netflix Unveils GHOST IN THE SHELL: SAC_2045

Anime News

Netflix Unveils GHOST IN THE SHELL: SAC_2045

Netflix announced earlier today their upcoming lineup of new anime titles including GHOST IN THE SHELL: SAC_2045.

Oct.03

Seis Manos Preview

Anime News

Seis Manos Preview

Seis Manos is a new Netflix original anime series releasing on Oct 3rd worldwide. This series is a collaboration between Viz Media and Powerhouse Animation Studios and features a voice...

Sep.26

The Last of Us Part II Inside the Demo - Outbreak Day

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The Last of Us Part II Inside the Demo - Outbreak Day

  The team Sony Interactive Entertainment and Naughty Dog have released a new developer diary for The Last of Us Part II titled "Inside the Demo"

Sep.24

The Last of Us Part II Launches on February 21, 2020 - PlayStation State of Play

Gaming News

The Last of Us Part II Launches on February 21, 2020 - PlayStation State of Play

Mark your calendars everyone, because The Last of Us Part II will be launching on February 21, 2020, exclusively for the PlayStation 4.

Sep.23

"Feel Special" with TWICE's Latest M/V

K-pop

"Feel Special" with TWICE's Latest M/V

Continuing TWICE's more mature theme starting from "FANCY," this time they're back with "Feel Special" featuring a lot of glitzy visuals including a gold chandelier and backgrounds. Musically, it's a bit...

Sep.20

Indivisible Opening Animation is a Dazzling Sight

Gaming News

Indivisible Opening Animation is a Dazzling Sight

With the release of Indivisible right around the corner, publisher 505 Games and developer Lab Zero Games  have released a beautiful new trailer put together by Studio Trigger and Titmouse.

Sep.12

Concert report: FLOW @ CrunchyRoll Expo 2019

Music

Concert report: FLOW @ CrunchyRoll Expo 2019

  FLOW took the stage and performed at Crunchyroll Expo in San Jose on August 30th.  This was FLOW’s third time performing in San Jose with the first and second at...

Sep.11

River City Girls (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

River City Girls (PS4) Review

I’ll be honest, some of my absolute favorite video games are beat-em-up. Picking a favorite character, jumping into a level sending you straight into the action. River City Girls is...

Sep.10

Interview: FLOW @ CrunchyRoll Expo 2019

Interview

Interview: FLOW @ CrunchyRoll Expo 2019

FLOW has performed in the US several times but San Jose is the first and only place where they've performed three times. Debuting in 2003, the band consists of KOHSHI...

Sep.09

Naughty Dog to Reveal New Info for The Last of Us Part II on September 24

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Naughty Dog to Reveal New Info for The Last of Us Part II on September 24

Sony Interactive Entertainment a media event for the highly anticipated PlayStation exclusive The Last of Us Part II on September 24.

Sep.08

MAN WITH A MISSION Kicks Off North American Tour in San Francisco

Music

MAN WITH A MISSION Kicks Off North American Tour in San Francisco

On September 6, MAN WITH A MISSION kicked off the North American leg of their 2019 tour at San Francisco’s Great American Music Hall. The Japanese wolf band made their return...

Sep.06

Man With a Mission - "Dark Crow" S2 Opening Song for Vinland Saga announced

Music

Man With a Mission - "Dark Crow" S2 Opening Song for Vinland Saga announced

 Man With a Mission has an announcement right on the eve of the start of their Chasing the Horizon Tour - North American leg: their song "Dark Crow" will be...

Sep.05

Studio TRIGGER @ Anime Expo 2019

Anime News

Studio TRIGGER @ Anime Expo 2019

 First lets give it up to TRIGGER who not only had fans cheering after the PROMARE movie but even the earth had something to say about the movie. Yes, there...

Sep.05

Promare Premiere @ Anime Expo 2019

Anime News

Promare Premiere @ Anime Expo 2019

Once again TRIGGER studio steps up their game at Anime Expo 2019. This year TRIGGER came to convention to premiere their new movie PROMARE. Like most years, studio TRIGGER comes...

Sep.05

MADKID at Crunchyroll Expo 2019

Music

MADKID at Crunchyroll Expo 2019

Dance and vocal group MADKID is composed of five members who performed for the first time in the United States at Crunchyroll Expo on September 1st. The quintet features both...

Sep.03

22/7 (Nanabun no Nijyuuni) Press Conference at Crunchyroll Expo 2019

Anime News

22/7 (Nanabun no Nijyuuni) Press Conference at Crunchyroll Expo 2019

22/7 (pronounced "Nanabun no Nijyuuni") is a project that has been in production for quite a while but may have flown under your radar.  Three of the eleven members made...

Sep.01

PAX West 2019: How Marvel's Avengers is Reimagining Gameplay and Storytelling

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PAX West 2019: How Marvel's Avengers is Reimagining Gameplay and Storytelling

 Watching Marvel's Avengers short but sweet E3 demo, it's immediately clear that this is a very ambitious project. Compared to previous Marvel superhero games, this is not the game of...

Aug.31

Natsuko Ishikawa & Takeo Suzuki Interview @ PAX West 2019

Interview

Natsuko Ishikawa & Takeo Suzuki Interview @ PAX West 2019

At PAX West 2019, we were able to sit down with Natsuko Ishikawa, main scenario writer, and Takeo Suzuki, art team lead, of Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers. We talked about...

Aug.28

MAN WITH A MISSION's Chasing the Horizon - North American Tour Begins in September

Music

MAN WITH A MISSION's Chasing the Horizon - North American Tour Begins in September

 Everyone's favorite supercharged wolves will be returning to North America in September for their Chasing the Horizon World Tour. This is Man With a Mission's first standalone tour in five...

Aug.23

Galneryus to Make American Debut at ProgPower USA in Atlanta, Georgia

Music

Galneryus to Make American Debut at ProgPower USA in Atlanta, Georgia

Back in 2008 there was an anime called Mnemosyne. It was a weird kind of anime full of blood, violence, and a little bit of ero, and was based off...

Aug.20

Square Enix Shows Off Marvel's Avengers Official A-Game Day Footage - Gamescom 2019

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Square Enix Shows Off Marvel's Avengers Official A-Game Day Footage - Gamescom 2019

Marvel Entertainment and Square Enix have released the official footage of the first gameplay for Marvel's Avengers. The video which was featured during an E3 behind closed doors presentation, showcases...

Aug.19

Idea Factory Booth Tour @ Anime Expo 2019

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Idea Factory Booth Tour @ Anime Expo 2019

Find out what Idea Factory has been up to at Anime Expo 2019 as David gives us a quick rundown on what they showcased including the upcoming Azur Lane: Crosswave.

Aug.18

Azur Lane 1st Anniversary Illustration Collection Preorders Now Open

Gaming News

Azur Lane 1st Anniversary Illustration Collection Preorders Now Open

  Azur Lane and its parent company YoStar have been doing a lot to expand their overseas English-speaking fanbase. We saw them at Anime Expo in Los Angeles where they shared...

Aug.17

New Guest Announcements for Crunchyroll Expo - Zombie Land Saga, Shokugeki no Soma, and 22/7

Convention News

New Guest Announcements for Crunchyroll Expo - Zombie Land Saga, Shokugeki no Soma, and 22/7

  We're about two weeks out from Crunchyroll Expo and they're not done with announcements. This is Crunchyroll's second time in San Jose and third event overall and they're setting the...

Aug.14

Giant Transformers Unicron Toy Crowdfunding

Figure News

Giant Transformers Unicron Toy Crowdfunding

On July 15th, Hasbro started crowdfunding on their HasLab platform for Unicron as a part of their Transformers: War For Cybertron toy line. Standing at over 2 feet tall in...

Aug.12

Great Pretender Interview @ Anime Expo 2019

Interview

Great Pretender Interview @ Anime Expo 2019

Missed out on the world premiere and announcement of Wit Studio's newest anime at Anime Expo? Check out our exclusive video interview with the production team for the Great Pretender airing...

Aug.05

Yuito Kimura & Tetsuya Fukuhara Interview @ Anime Expo 2019

Interview

Yuito Kimura & Tetsuya Fukuhara Interview @ Anime Expo 2019

Granblue Fantasy is one of the most popular Japanese mobile game worldwide. The game's popularity has led to an upcoming fighting game, Granblue Fantasy: Versus, and a separate RPG game...

Jul.24

Wolfenstein: Youngblood Launch Trailer

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Wolfenstein: Youngblood Launch Trailer

Check out the new launch trailer for Wolfenstein: Youngblood.It's got guns, Nazis, robots, violence and more!

Jul.20

"You in My Heart" TWICELIGHTS in LA

K-pop

"You in My Heart" TWICELIGHTS in LA

Check out a fancam excerpt from TWICE's TWICELIGHTS tour in Los Angeles at the Forum.

Jul.18

Bandai Booth Tour Highlights - Anime Expo 2019

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Bandai Booth Tour Highlights - Anime Expo 2019

Check out our 11-minute video during Anime Expo 2019 inside the Bandai/Bluefin booth as we talk with David and Xavier about some of the latest Gundam and model kits as...

Jul.13

Junichi Yamamoto Interview @ Anime Expo 2019

Interview

Junichi Yamamoto Interview @ Anime Expo 2019

During this year's Anime Expo, UNIVRS animation director Junichi Yamamoto told us with his new Kickstarter campaign for Little Witch Academia: VR Broom Racing, there were a lot of challenges...

Jul.12

E3 2019 Video Booth Tour Highlights

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E3 2019 Video Booth Tour Highlights

Couldn't make it to E3? Check out our 7 minute walkthrough video of the exhibition hall featuring some of the most popular companies and series such as Nintendo's Pokemon booth...

Jul.12

Love Live Sunshine - Aqours Press Conference Anime Expo 2019

Anime News

Love Live Sunshine - Aqours Press Conference Anime Expo 2019

On July 4th a select group of press outlets were allowed to spend a bit of time with three of Aqours' members. One member from the first, second, and third...

Jul.12

Crunchyroll Expo post-Anime Expo plus Upcoming Crunchyroll Expo

Convention News

Crunchyroll Expo post-Anime Expo plus Upcoming Crunchyroll Expo

  Crunchyroll is one of English's most prominent licensing and production houses and they had quite a bit on their plate at Anime Expo for congoers to view and experience.  They've...

Jul.09

Aqours ~BRAND NEW WAVE~ lands in Los Angeles at Anime Expo 2019

Music

Aqours ~BRAND NEW WAVE~ lands in Los Angeles at Anime Expo 2019

  Anime Expo 2019 may not have had as many concerts as years past but what it did have was quality. Love Live's Aqours played to two sold-out crowds at The...

Jul.01

The Beat Garden Interview @ FanimeCon 2019

Interview

The Beat Garden Interview @ FanimeCon 2019

  THE BEAT GARDEN is a 4 member group composed of 3 vocalists, and 1 DJ, that debuted in 2016 with their 1st single Never End. Their EDM rock style music...

Jun.27

Wit Studio Announces World Premiere Screening of an Untitled Anime and Additional Guests for Anime Expo 2019

Anime News

Wit Studio Announces World Premiere Screening of an Untitled Anime and Additional Guests for Anime Expo 2019

Wit Studio has released new information that they will be screening the first episode of an unannounced animated title at their Anime Expo panel. In addition, special illustration cards featuring...

Jun.13

Marvel's Avengers Is A Sight To Behold - E3 2019

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Marvel's Avengers Is A Sight To Behold - E3 2019

  When the Avengers Project was announced back in 2017, combining the creative minds at Marvel and Square Enix for one of the most powerful alliances in interactive entertainment.  We got...

Jun.10

Square Enix Reveals New Info For Final Fantasy VII Remake - E3 2019

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Square Enix Reveals New Info For Final Fantasy VII Remake - E3 2019

 Following the recent announcement at the Final Fantasy VII: A Symphonic Reunion orchestra concert, Square Enix has revealed even more info about the highly anticipated Final Fantasy VII Remake.

Jun.09

Final Fantasy VII Remake Launches On PS4 March 3rd - E3 2019

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Final Fantasy VII Remake Launches On PS4 March 3rd - E3 2019

 At long last Final Fantasy VII Remake finally has a release date. It will launch worldwide on March 3rd, 2020. During  the Final Fantasy VII: A Symphonic Reunion orchestra concert...

Jun.09

Keanu Reeves Joins Cyberpunk 2077 and Release Date

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Keanu Reeves Joins Cyberpunk 2077 and Release Date

Announced earlier during the Microsoft Xbox E3 Press Conference, Cyberpunk 2077 will be released on April 16th, 2020. In addition, Hollywood actor Keanu Reeves appeared ion stage and n the latest...

Jun.04

Aya Hirano Interview @ FanimeCon 2019

Interview

Aya Hirano Interview @ FanimeCon 2019

Japanese voice actress and singer Aya Hirano made an appearance at the 2019 FanimeCon held in the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Hirano is best known for her iconic role...

Jun.03

Taku Takahashi m-flo Interview @ Otaquest

Interview

Taku Takahashi m-flo Interview @ Otaquest

Taku Takahashi is probably best known as the producer and DJ for Japanese hip hop group, m-flo. He will be returning this year as an organizer and performer at the...

May.27

Nobutoshi Canna Interview @ FanimeCon 2019

Interview

Nobutoshi Canna Interview @ FanimeCon 2019

We sit down with veteran Japanese voice actor Nobutoshi Canna at his first FanimeCon to talk about his carrier in voice acting.  Mr. Canna is most recognized for his roles...

May.17

CharaExpo USA to feature BanG Dream's Roselia and Raise a Suilen

Convention News

CharaExpo USA to feature BanG Dream's Roselia and Raise a Suilen

  CharaExpo USA is still a relatively new convention but with some backing firepower it is poised to become a must-visit event for Bushiroad fans. They've announced not only BanG Dream's...

May.16

Granblue Fantasy Versus Beta Footage - Fuudo vs Daigo

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Granblue Fantasy Versus Beta Footage - Fuudo vs Daigo

  I've played a lot of Granblue Fantasy (aka GBF). Too much. Rainbow grids, finished M2, all that jazz. God knows how many hours of grinding. With that said I'm excited...

May.16

Aquors Returns to Anime Expo 2019 for Two Days!

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Aquors Returns to Anime Expo 2019 for Two Days!

Anime Expo has announced the Love Live juggernaut once more. The members of Aquors will grace Los Angeles live on TWO days this July.

May.14

Davichi to Perform in San Francisco 2019

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Davichi to Perform in San Francisco 2019

Korean pop group Davichi will be holding a concert in San Francisco at the Herbst Theatre on June 29th at 7:30PM. Ticket prices will start at $90 and upwards to...

May.14

Anime Expo 2019 Begins Guest Announcements

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Anime Expo 2019 Begins Guest Announcements

One thing Anime Expo is known for is its great numbers of high-quality guests. It's a topic that is speculated about every year. Anime Expo has finally announced what is...

May.11

Cosplay Photography Spotlight: Bunny Tuan's "Breathe 5/5" Exhibition

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Cosplay Photography Spotlight: Bunny Tuan's "Breathe 5/5" Exhibition

Bunny Tuan is a name you should know. Her award-winning photography has been featured around the globe in cosplay and lolita fashion circles and now she has had her first...

May.10

HONEST BOYZ/Detective Pikachu

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HONEST BOYZ/Detective Pikachu

Japanese hip-hop group HONEST BOYZ’ newest single “ELECTRICITY (featuring Lil Uzi Vert)” will be the original ending song for the Hollywood live action movie Detective Pikachu.

May.09

Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Expansion Launches September 6th

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Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Expansion Launches September 6th

During PlayStation's State of Play stream, Capcom announced that Monster Hunter World: Iceborne will launch on September 6th for PS4 and Xbox One and PC.

May.09

Final Fanasy VII Remake PlayStation State of Play Teaser Trailer

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Final Fanasy VII Remake PlayStation State of Play Teaser Trailer

It's been a long while, since new information on Final Fantasy VII Remake has even seen the light of day. During today's PlayStation State of Play stream, Square Enix showed...

May.09

RAGE 2 Official Launch Trailer

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RAGE 2 Official Launch Trailer

Rage 2 is looking to be a very crazy over the top shooter, as it's official launch trailer is any indication. There are cyborgs, colorful explosions and death races in...

Apr.29

My Hero Academia The “Ultra” Stage Opens in Japan

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My Hero Academia The “Ultra” Stage Opens in Japan

My Hero Academia The “Ultra” Stage is a 2.5D musical stage play adaptation of Kohei Horikoshi’s popular manga, My Hero Academia which opened on April 12th, at the Tennozu Galaxy...

Apr.24

Get "FANCY" with TWICE

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Get "FANCY" with TWICE

K-Pop group TWICE has released the highly anticipated music video for their latest song, "FANCY." The video has garnered roughly 40 million views in the span of 24 hours, breaking...

Apr.16

OTAQUEST LIVE Hits L.A. On July 3rd

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OTAQUEST LIVE Hits L.A. On July 3rd

 OTAQUEST LIVE, a unique live summer concert event featuring a dynamic slate of J-Pop, dance and hip hop superstars headlines The Novo in L.A. Live in Los Angeles, CA on...

Mar.16

Made in Abyss: Journey's Dawn Q&A with Masayuki Kojima, Shimpei Yamashita, Kevin Penkin, and Hiromitsu Iijima

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Made in Abyss: Journey's Dawn Q&A with Masayuki Kojima, Shimpei Yamashita, Kevin Penkin, and Hiromitsu Iijima

Check out our Q&A transcript with Masayuki Kojima, Shimpei Yamashita, Kevin Penkin, and Hiromitsu Iijima at the Made in Abyss premiere.

Mar.06

Dead Or Alive 6's Quest Mode Is The Single-Player Content I Have Been Waiting For

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Dead Or Alive 6's Quest Mode Is The Single-Player Content I Have Been Waiting For

Typically, when it comes to fighting games, there is usually not a lot of single-player content to indulge in. With Dead or Alive 6 there is a wide array of...

Feb.25

Yoskue Shiokawa Interview @ FGO Tour USA  2019

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Yoskue Shiokawa Interview @ FGO Tour USA 2019

The Fate/Grand Order USA Tour kicked off in Los Angeles California. The event was themed around the game and featured many different attractions for FGO fans to experience. We sat...

Feb.18

Noriko Shitaya to attend Fate/Grand Order USA in Los Angeles!

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Noriko Shitaya to attend Fate/Grand Order USA in Los Angeles!

Aniplex has just announced that Noriko Shitaya will attend the Fate/Grand Order USA Tour's inaugural Los Angeles stop, which starts in less than a week's time on Saturday the 23rd. ...

Feb.16

Review: ONE OK ROCK's new album "Eye of the Storm" + US Tour Dates

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Review: ONE OK ROCK's new album "Eye of the Storm" + US Tour Dates

 One Ok Rock's United States tour kicks off in a few days so why not have a listen to their new album, "Eye of the Storm?" This marks One Ok...

Feb.12

BlackPink announces their 2019 North American Tour

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BlackPink announces their 2019 North American Tour

KPOP group BlackPink announced on Good Morning America in front of hundreds of American Blinks that they will be starting a North American tour in April 2019. 

Jan.23

ITZY - JYPE's New K-Pop Girl Group

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ITZY - JYPE's New K-Pop Girl Group

On January 20, 2019 JYP Entertainment introduced their newest girl group, ITZY with members Yuna, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, Lia, and Yeji. The group’s name is comes from the Korean word that...

Jan.16

What to expect: Fate/Grand Order USA Tour and Heaven's Feel the Movie II: lost butterfly

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What to expect: Fate/Grand Order USA Tour and Heaven's Feel the Movie II: lost butterfly

Wassap, my homies!  Looks like the Chaldea Security team is having a USA tour for Fate/Grand Order with five locations announced, plus Heaven's Feel the Movie II. lost butterfly!

Jan.14

Aniplex USA announces Fate/Grand Order U.S.A. Tour 2019

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Aniplex USA announces Fate/Grand Order U.S.A. Tour 2019

For the first time ever, Aniplex USA has announced Fate/Grand Order U.S.A. Tour 2019. The first stop which will be held at the California Market Center in Los Angeles, California...

Jan.11

BLACKPINK Tour Heads to North America 2019

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BLACKPINK Tour Heads to North America 2019

The BLACKPINK 2019 WORLD TOUR with KIA [IN YOUR AREA], currently in Seoul is coming soon to North America, Europe and Australia. Making their way through Asia, the group will be...

Dec.11

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Preview

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Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Preview

It’s been almost 12 years since Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation, but come January 2019 Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown will bring players back to Strangereal at the start...

Nov.28

Yui Horie & Yoshihiko Katagiri SHOWMAKER Interview @ Anime Expo 2018

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Yui Horie & Yoshihiko Katagiri SHOWMAKER Interview @ Anime Expo 2018

This year’s Anime Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center saw the return of a musical performance by virtual idol Miss Monochrome presented by SHOWMAKER. SHOWMAKER is a virtual stage...

Nov.15

69th Kouhaku Uta Gassen Performers

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69th Kouhaku Uta Gassen Performers

The performers for one of Japan’s most important New Year show, the 69th Kouhaku Uta Gassen has been announced. Kouhaku is an annual music show aired by the Japanese broadcasting...

Nov.04

BAND-MAID's World Domination Tour 2018 Kicks Off

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BAND-MAID's World Domination Tour 2018 Kicks Off

Japan's hard-rocking Band-Maid makes their return to the US in just a few more days. The foreign leg of the World Domination 2018 tour begins on November 9th in Los...

Sep.28

Ulysses Anime Q&A Panel Transcript at CRX 2018

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Ulysses Anime Q&A Panel Transcript at CRX 2018

Check out our Q&A transcript of the Ulysses: Jeanne d’Arc and the Alchemist Knight panel featuring Yuko Ono who voices the main character Jeanne d’Arc, and Sound Director Ryosuke Naya...

Sep.19

SPYAIR and ROOKIEZ is PUNK'D to Tour North America, World

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SPYAIR and ROOKIEZ is PUNK'D to Tour North America, World

Japanese band SPYAIR will make their US debut next week. The band, first formed in 2005, grew rapidly in popularity before making their major label debut with Sony Music. They...

Sep.12

Devolver Digital Showcase - PAX West 2018

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Devolver Digital Showcase - PAX West 2018

Over the recent months, Devolver Digital has had a slew of announcements that have been all across the gambit of genres. From bullet ballets and giant mechs to cat-sized mechs and...

Sep.11

Final Fantasy Distant Worlds/New World @ Otakon 2018

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Final Fantasy Distant Worlds/New World @ Otakon 2018

Distant Worlds and A New World performances are familiar names in the world of video games, and this year at Otakon 2018, they were the main musical performances. This year...

Sep.10

MapleStory Team Interview @ PAX West 2018

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MapleStory Team Interview @ PAX West 2018

At this year's PAX West, Nexon's MapleStory director, Wonki Kang, told us they have high hopes and expectations with their newest update, titled The Black, to bring back new or...

Sep.10

Live Report: SCANDAL North American Tour 2018 "SPECIAL THANKS"

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Live Report: SCANDAL North American Tour 2018 "SPECIAL THANKS"

Last week, the Japanese band SCANDAL made their triumphant return to North America after a few long years. New York's Playstation Theater played host to their first showing in the...

Sep.02

MapleStory returns with Black Mage Update!

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MapleStory returns with Black Mage Update!

Fans of MapleStory will be excited to hear that a new update will be coming soon to the West. This new update, titled The Black Mage, was showcased at PAX...

Aug.24

Tsume Art Booth Tour @ Anime Expo 2018

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Tsume Art Booth Tour @ Anime Expo 2018

Tsume Art is a high end collectible statue company from Luxembourg. Fans of popular series such as One Piece, Dragon Ball, and Naruto will definitely recognize their iconic showcase pieces...

Aug.20

A quick look at Crunchyroll Expo 2018

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A quick look at Crunchyroll Expo 2018

This year’s Crunchyroll Expo (September 1-3, San Jose Convention Center) is right around the corner and they’ve got some pretty good looking guests and events as is befitting one of...

Aug.17

Indie MEGABOOTH Montage - PAX 2018

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Indie MEGABOOTH Montage - PAX 2018

PAX West is just around the corner, and one of my favorite parts is seeing all of the indie games out on the show floor. The Indie MEGABOOTH in the...

Aug.03

A retrospective about Anisong Matsuri's Japan Super Live 2018

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A retrospective about Anisong Matsuri's Japan Super Live 2018

On Friday, July 6, Anime Expo hosted the second of this year's Anisong World Matsuri concerts at Microsoft Theater. This one would be the Japan Super Live and composed of...

Jul.24

Kensuke Ushio Interview @ Anime Expo 2018

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Kensuke Ushio Interview @ Anime Expo 2018

First debuting solo in 2008 as “agraph”, Kensuke Ushio is a Japanese composer with three albums so far. Ushio and other members also helped form the band LAMA in 2011...

Jul.22

Cells at Work! Panel @ Anime Expo 2018

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Cells at Work! Panel @ Anime Expo 2018

Cells at Work! is a manga series from Kodansha that has been adapted into its own anime series by Aniplex. This series is unique in that it takes the work...

Jul.22

Flavors of Youth: Time and the Yangtze Do Not Flow Backward

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Flavors of Youth: Time and the Yangtze Do Not Flow Backward

Anime short films are a rare breed but while there can be too many cooks in the kitchen, in the case of Flavors of Youth it works. Much like a...

Jul.20

Kase-san and Morning Glories: (Asagao to Kase-san) After the Confession

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Kase-san and Morning Glories: (Asagao to Kase-san) After the Confession

Anyone familiar with anime has encountered the yuri genre at some point. For the most part, Yuri is about girls being in love and falls into three categories. First, there...

Jul.19

Anime Expo 2018 Cosplay

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Anime Expo 2018 Cosplay

Check out some of the awesome cosplays around the floor at this year's Anime Expo 2018!

Jul.15

Liz and the Blue Bird: (Liz to Aoi Tori) Parting Now is Truly Their Fate

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Liz and the Blue Bird: (Liz to Aoi Tori) Parting Now is Truly Their Fate

It’s been three years since Sound! Euphonium (Hibike! Euphonium) aired, but thanks to the magic of anime, no one has aged aside from the folks behind the scenes. Coming off...

Jul.15

Fate/Grand Order One-Year Anniversary Panel @ Anime Expo 2018

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Fate/Grand Order One-Year Anniversary Panel @ Anime Expo 2018

It’s been a year since the US release of Fate/Grand Order, the highly successful mobile phone game based on the Fate/Series. The game has taken the country and world by...

Jul.14

Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms @ Anime Expo 2018

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Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms @ Anime Expo 2018

If you ever wondered what a pure, unfettered Mari Okada anime would look like, Maquia would be the first chapter in a work that is undeniably her own. For those...

Jul.12

Adult Swim Announces The Pillows @ SDCC 2018

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Adult Swim Announces The Pillows @ SDCC 2018

Anyone who has grown up in the last decade and spent some time watching anime on Cartoon Network/Toonami/Adult Swim knows the name FLCL. It's one of the GAINAX greats right...

Jul.10

Kengan Ashura Premieres at Anime Expo 2018

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Kengan Ashura Premieres at Anime Expo 2018

I've been reading a manga called Kengan Ashura for quite a bit. Big muscles. Blood. Lots of graphic violence as fighters go mano a mano. This isn't your usual shonen...

Jul.06

Akiman & Takaaki Kai Interview @ Anime Expo 2018

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Akiman & Takaaki Kai Interview @ Anime Expo 2018

At this year's Anime Expo, Square Enix's mobile game producer Takaaki Kai told us with Star Ocean: Anamnesis, there were a lot of challenges involved to make sure that the...

Jul.06

Star Ocean: Anamnesis Should Feel Just as Fun and Intuitive as the Previous Console Games

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Star Ocean: Anamnesis Should Feel Just as Fun and Intuitive as the Previous Console Games

It's been two years since the release of Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness and Square Enix and tri-Ace are teaming up again to make Star Ocean: Anamnesis for the mobile...

Jul.05

AX 2018: Studio Triggers Reveals New Details About Kill la Kill The Game: IF

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AX 2018: Studio Triggers Reveals New Details About Kill la Kill The Game: IF

During a panel at Anime Expo 2018 hosted by Studio Trigger, Hiromi Wakabayashi revealed new details about recently teased Kill la Kill The Game: IF 

Jul.05

Aquors Takes Anime Expo by Storm

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Aquors Takes Anime Expo by Storm

Wow. What a hell of a way to start Anime Expo 2018. The Aquors concert on Day 0 was truly a once in a lifetime event that will likely never be...

Jul.03

Moonlighter (PC) Review

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Moonlighter (PC) Review

It seems like retro-style rogue-lites have been popping up more and more frequently in the indie game scene, and with this increase, it can be hard to start out. Digital...

Jul.02

Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2018 (NA) Announcement

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Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2018 (NA) Announcement

With a year after the second expansion Stormblood behind them, Warriors of Light across the globe are looking forward to the announcement of the next expansion to Final Fantasy XIV...

Jul.01

AX 2018: Aniplex USA Events Schedule

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AX 2018: Aniplex USA Events Schedule

With Anime Expo 2018 just a few days away, Aniplex USA has gone up with a massive list of events, panels, guest meet and greets and gatherings. Are you excited?...

Jun.30

AX 2018: Square Enix to Feature Producer Takaaki Kai and Gamer/Gravure Idol Yuno Mizusawa

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AX 2018: Square Enix to Feature Producer Takaaki Kai and Gamer/Gravure Idol Yuno Mizusawa

Visit the Square Enix booth in the Entertainment Hall to meet Takaaki Kai, the global producer of STAR OCEAN: ANAMNESIS, a free-to-play action RPG launching July 2018 for iOS and...

Jun.28

Dragon Quest Creator Yuji Horii to attend Anime Expo 2018

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Dragon Quest Creator Yuji Horii to attend Anime Expo 2018

Creator of the widely popular DRAGON QUEST series, Yuji Horii, will be making his very first appearance at Anime Expo 2018. He will be participating in autograph sessions at the SQUARE...

Jun.16

FanimeCon 2018: Cosplay Spotlight

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FanimeCon 2018: Cosplay Spotlight

Fanime is known for a few things and one of those is cosplay.  Here's a glimpse at some of the great ones we saw!

Jun.14

Dying Light 2 Behind Closed Doors @ E3 2018

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Dying Light 2 Behind Closed Doors @ E3 2018

After watching Dying Light 2's spectacular E3 trailer, it's immediately clear that this is a very different game than its predecessor. During an extended demo behind closed doors of Dying...

Jun.14

E3 2018: Inside Nintendo's Awesome Booth

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E3 2018: Inside Nintendo's Awesome Booth

Nintendo had quite a setup this year with a playable build of the new Smash Bros. Ultimate, but it also had an elaborate booth for attendees to see some very...

Jun.13

We played Dead or Alive 6 - E3 2018 Hands-On Impression

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We played Dead or Alive 6 - E3 2018 Hands-On Impression

The Dead or Alive series has always been a guilty pleasure of mine. It's over the top story and the ability to pull off flashy combos, are some of my...

Jun.12

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Returns to America for "THE SPOOKY OBAKEYASHIKI" tour

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Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Returns to America for "THE SPOOKY OBAKEYASHIKI" tour

In less than a week Kyary Pamyu Pamyu will make her return to America and one of those stops is in San Francisco. The last time she was here I...

Jun.11

E3 2018: The Last of Us Part II Debuts A New Trailer

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E3 2018: The Last of Us Part II Debuts A New Trailer

We expected to see more of The Last of Us Part II at E3 2018 and it didn't fail to impress. Sony revealed a new gameplay trailer during its media...

Jun.11

E3 2018: Return to Raccoon City in Resident Evil 2

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E3 2018: Return to Raccoon City in Resident Evil 2

After Cacpcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirmed that Resident Evil 2 Remake was in development almost three years ago, The first gameplay footage was finally unveiled during Sony's E3 showcase.

Jun.11

Opinion: Is Nintendo Labo a Hit or Miss for Nintendo

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Opinion: Is Nintendo Labo a Hit or Miss for Nintendo

So we all saw and heard the announcement from Nintendo about Labo. While some people were happy to hear this news, while others somewhat hesitant upon the announcement. Everyone had...

Jun.10

E3 2018: Kingdom Hearts III Frozen World Revealed

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E3 2018: Kingdom Hearts III Frozen World Revealed

Kingdom Hearts III will feature a world based on Disney's popular series Frozen, it was revealed today during Microsoft's E3 press conference.

Jun.10

Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert: Music From the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki report

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Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert: Music From the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki report

Memorial Day weekend's Fanime convention would have something very special attached to it: the Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert - Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki. The Symphony...

Jun.07

Amazing Naruto Dance Crew Competition Performance

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Amazing Naruto Dance Crew Competition Performance

Naruto fans must check out this awesome dance choreography by O-DOG during the Arena 2018 dance competition held on May 20th in Chengdu, China.

Jun.01

Azure Reflections (PS4) Review

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Azure Reflections (PS4) Review

After playing the latest Tohou game from Unties Games and developer Souvenir Circ titled ‘Azure Reflections’ and I was impressed - and not by what you would expect. First, this...

Jun.01

FanimeCon 2018: Impression

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FanimeCon 2018: Impression

FanimeCon 2018 is finally behind us and I have taken a few days to reflect on the festivities. The fact of the matter is this year's FanimeCon was pretty weak...

May.08

Babymetal's 2018 US Tour Has a Rough Start

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Babymetal's 2018 US Tour Has a Rough Start

This is a developing situation. We will give you updates as soon as they are available. All may not well be in Babymetal land. At the beginning of the month, "BABYMETAL...

May.08

Girls Frontline Open Beta Launch

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Girls Frontline Open Beta Launch

Mobile game Girls Frontline will begin its Open Beta at 9PM PST (UTC-8) on Tuesday, May 8. Developer Sunborn is responsible for bringing the English version to market and it...

May.03

Miku Expo 2018 Europe announced!

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Miku Expo 2018 Europe announced!

In less than two months Miku Expo will begin its journey through North America. Those of you in Europe were resigned to watch again from a distance. Your patience has...

May.03

17 Minutes of Dragon Quest XI English PS4 Gameplay

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17 Minutes of Dragon Quest XI English PS4 Gameplay

In the latest episode of PlayStation Underground, we get a sneak peek at gameplay from the English version of Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age.

May.03

SCANDAL United States and Mexico Tour 2018 "Special Thanks" Announced!

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SCANDAL United States and Mexico Tour 2018 "Special Thanks" Announced!

Popular Japanese all-female rock band SCANDAL will be hitting American shores this September. It's been a long three years since they last graced our shores with a tour but that...

May.02

Miyavi's DAY 2 World Tour Hits America Starting 5/8

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Miyavi's DAY 2 World Tour Hits America Starting 5/8

In just over a week the "Samurai Guitarist" Miyavi will begin the American section of his world tour. It's been just over a year since we last saw him as...

Apr.27

English Prisma Illya Alarm App Set for May Release

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English Prisma Illya Alarm App Set for May Release

Originally released in Japan on August 24, 2017, Prisma Illya Alarm: Magical Ruby Selection Illya has been announced for an English release in early May 2018. The app features Illyasviel von...

Apr.26

Love Live: Hakodate Unit Carnival Delayed Screenings Announced

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Love Live: Hakodate Unit Carnival Delayed Screenings Announced

  Looking forward to the Love Live Aquors concert at Anime Expo? Need a quick fix before that? How about checking out the Hakodate Unit Carnival?

Apr.25

Site Maintenance, Updates, and Page Rank Problem

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Site Maintenance, Updates, and Page Rank Problem

In keeping with the past tradition of reporting upgrades and technical problems on the website, we are releasing the information regarding two severe server side problems. One that was causing...

Apr.25

Hikaru Utada announces her 7th album "HATSUKOI" and her first nationwide Japan tour in 12 years

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Hikaru Utada announces her 7th album "HATSUKOI" and her first nationwide Japan tour in 12 years

Please join us to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hikaru Utada!  2018 marks the 20th anniversary of Hikaru Utada’s debut and has kicked off by adding two brand new hits under her...

Apr.25

Anisong World Matsuri at Anime Expo 2018 Announces Musical Performers for 3-Day Festival Event

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Anisong World Matsuri at Anime Expo 2018 Announces Musical Performers for 3-Day Festival Event

All-Star Lineup of Nine Japanese Anime Song Performers Will Take Over L.A.’s Microsoft Theater on July 4th, 6th, and 7th. Anisong World Matsuri (AWM) and Anime Expo 2018 (AX) have announced the...

Apr.24

Detroit: Become Human - Going Deeper into the World with Alexa

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Detroit: Become Human - Going Deeper into the World with Alexa

 May contain minor spoilers!  A demo of the highly anticipated game, Detroit: Become Human is now available on the PSN store. The demo itself comes with a very intriguing feature, allowing...

Apr.05

Ring Out S.F. SOULCALIBUR VI Preview Event

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Ring Out S.F. SOULCALIBUR VI Preview Event

There's a number of unassuming brick buildings in the industrial areas of San Francisco. One happens to sit right down the street from the UPS hub that serves the entire...

Mar.31

Happy 11th Birthday T-ONO!

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Happy 11th Birthday T-ONO!

Eleven years ago today, we registered the domain t-ono.net. Back then, we had no idea if anyone in the industry would talk to us. Knowing we might possibly be embarking on...

Mar.28

Dragon Quest XI Echoes of an Elusive Age Arrives in the West on September 4th

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Dragon Quest XI Echoes of an Elusive Age Arrives in the West on September 4th

Dragon Quest fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief as Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age now has an official release date in the west. The title will...

Mar.12

"Moon & Bouquet" for anime Fate/EXTRA Last Encore available for streaming worldwide

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"Moon & Bouquet" for anime Fate/EXTRA Last Encore available for streaming worldwide

The single and music video for “Moon & Bouquet” is currently available worldwide. “Moon & Bouquet” serves as an opening song to the beginning of a second chapter in Sayuri’s career, making it a...

Feb.14

Full Metal Alchemist Live Action On Netflix

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Full Metal Alchemist Live Action On Netflix

With only days away until release, a new ad poster appeared for the Full Metal Alchemist live action movie a few days ago. Poster image can be found below.For clarification...

Feb.12

Hands On with SNK Heroines @ NISA Press Party 2018

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Hands On with SNK Heroines @ NISA Press Party 2018

As a casual fan of the SNK fighting games such as King of Fighters and their various mash-ups with Capcom, I’ve always thought the series to be known primarily for...

Feb.10

Singer Eir Aoi Returning in Spring 2018

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Singer Eir Aoi Returning in Spring 2018

Fans worldwide are rejoicing as the official homepage for Japanese singer, Eir Aoi, announced that she would be returning to music with a new music video. "Yakusoku". In 2016, it...

Dec.31

Misaki Iwasa Interview @ J-Pop Summit 2017

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Misaki Iwasa Interview @ J-Pop Summit 2017

Starting her career as an idol in the world famous AKB48, Misaki Iwasa made her appearance at J-Pop Summit 2017 in San Francisco. Hear a little about how she got...

Dec.15

Cosplayer Tomia Q&A Panel @ Anime Expo 2017

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Cosplayer Tomia Q&A Panel @ Anime Expo 2017

Check out top Korean cosplayer, Tomia's panel presented by The-O Network, in her first United States appearance at the largest anime convention in North America, Anime Expo 2017!

Dec.12

The 9 Coolest Booths @ PSX 2017

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The 9 Coolest Booths @ PSX 2017

Every year PlayStation Experience continues to grow, taking up tons of space in the Anaheim Convention Center. This year's PlayStation Experience hosted some breathtaking booths with not only the chance...

Dec.11

Full Metal Alchemist Press Conference @ Anime Expo 2017

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Full Metal Alchemist Press Conference @ Anime Expo 2017

With the release of the live action Full Metal Alchemist movie earlier this month in Japan, hear what Director Fumihiko Sori and actor Ryosuke Yamada had to say about the...

Dec.07

Iwasa Misaki Performing Enka Koi Suru Fortune Cookie @ J-POP Summit 2017 [Video]

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Iwasa Misaki Performing Enka Koi Suru Fortune Cookie @ J-POP Summit 2017 [Video]

Watch as enka signer and former AKB48 member Iwasa Misaki  perform Koi Suru Fortune Cookie at J-POP Summit 2017.

Nov.16

TWICE will debut at Kōhaku Uta Gassen

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TWICE will debut at Kōhaku Uta Gassen

TWICE was announced to appear at this year's 68th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.   Kōhaku Uta Gassen is one of Japan's top-rated musical event held every year on New Year's Eve.  The...

Nov.16

Noriko Shitaya Interview @ Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel Premiere

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Noriko Shitaya Interview @ Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel Premiere

On November 3, Aniplex held the North American premiere for the first film in a three-part trilogy, Fate/stay night [Heaven's Feel] THE MOVIE I. presage flower at the Ace Hotel...

Nov.16

Tomonori Sudo Interview @ Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel Premiere

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Tomonori Sudo Interview @ Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel Premiere

On November 3, Aniplex held the North American premiere for the first film in a three part trilogy, Fate/stay night [Heaven's Feel] THE MOVIE I. presage flower at the Ace...

Nov.14

Heaven’s Feel Movie Premiere Q&A Transcript

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Heaven’s Feel Movie Premiere Q&A Transcript

On November 3, Aniplex held the North American premiere for the highly anticipated film, Fate/stay night [Heaven's Feel] THE MOVIE I. presage flower. After the film, a brief Q&A interview...

Oct.28

May'n Interview @ J-POP Summit 2017

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May'n Interview @ J-POP Summit 2017

Making her return to the San Francisco Bay Area for J-Pop Summit 2017, watch our interview with one of our reoccurring guests, singer May'n!

Oct.07

Inoue Azumi & Yuyu Interview @ J-POP Summit 2017

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Inoue Azumi & Yuyu Interview @ J-POP Summit 2017

Fans of Hayao Miyazaki’s Studio Ghibli movies were in for a treat at this year’s J-Pop Summit held in San Francisco. Azumi Inoue, best known for her singing in movies...

Oct.04

Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony (Vita) Review

Game Reviews

Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony (Vita) Review

Culminating from over three years of work, Danganronpa V3 brings the murder-mystery series to its pinnacle after numerous game and anime releases, the most recent being the anime-exclusive Danganronpa 3...

Oct.03

LA-AFF No Game No Life: Zero

Anime News

LA-AFF No Game No Life: Zero

2017 commemorates the 100th anniversary of anime and what better way to celebrate this major occasion than with Los Angeles Anime Film Festival (LA-AFF). This event took place on September...

Sep.30

So You Want to Hunt a Monster, You Say?

Gaming News

So You Want to Hunt a Monster, You Say?

The first time I watched the live gameplay demo of Monster Hunter: World, it left my mouth wide, gaping in awe. I wanted, no, I needed more. That’s why the...

Sep.20

A Certain Magical Virtual-On Releases February 15 in Japan

Gaming News

A Certain Magical Virtual-On Releases February 15 in Japan

Originally announced back in March at Dengeki Bunko Festival Spring 2017, a new trailer for Toaru Majutsu no Virtual-On was shown during the Playstation conference at the Tokyo Game Show. The...

Sep.10

Ramen Summit @ JPOP Summit 2017 Impressions

Convention News

Ramen Summit @ JPOP Summit 2017 Impressions

From high-energy musical acts and guests such as Bandmaid to tasty booths such as the Sake Fest and assorted Japanese food trucks, there's a little bit of something for everyone...

Sep.05

Top Three Surprises Hidden at PAX West 2017

Gaming News

Top Three Surprises Hidden at PAX West 2017

Another PAX West has come and gone, and with it, thousands of gamers got their hands on some of the biggest titles coming out in the near future. Yet hidden...

Aug.23

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

White Day: A Labyrinth Named School (PS4) Review

As a love letter to horror fans, PQube’s localization of the 2015 HD remaster for ROIGame’s White Day: A Labyrinth Named School still stands as one of the definitive grandparents...

Aug.12

Maidreamin Returns with their Moe Moe Kyun Powers to Anime Expo

Convention News

Maidreamin Returns with their Moe Moe Kyun Powers to Anime Expo

Maidreamin returned to Anime Expo to entertain their masters and princesses. This year, Ayame returned to Anime Expo and brought along Peace and Yuno, two new Maidreamin maids. Maidreamin had...

Aug.11

Momomc Returns to Anime Expo 2017

Convention News

Momomc Returns to Anime Expo 2017

The amazing pole dancer, Momomc (pronounced momo-mac), returned to perform at the Anime Expo night café. She had multiple shows every night and one during the preview night. This time...

Jul.31

Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle – Dokkan Ultimate Speed Battle event at the Belasco

Gaming News

Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle – Dokkan Ultimate Speed Battle event at the Belasco

We attended the Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle – Dokkan Ultimate Speed Battle event at the Belasco during Anime Expo. During the event, we got to sit down before the...

Jul.30

Fate/GO Team Interview @ Anime Expo 2017

Interview

Fate/GO Team Interview @ Anime Expo 2017

Aniplex of America celebrated the English release of Fate/Grand Order (FGO) at this year’s Anime Expo. FGO is a popular mobile game based on the Fate series by Kinoko Nasu...

Jul.28

Tokyo Ghoul Live-Action Movie World Premiere at Anime Expo 2017

Anime News

Tokyo Ghoul Live-Action Movie World Premiere at Anime Expo 2017

On July 3, 2017, Funimation hosted the world premiere of the live action movie, Tokyo Ghoul, from the hit manga at Anime Expo. Special guest appearances included lead actor Masataka...

Jul.27

Yui Horie/Miss Monochrome Interview @ Anime Expo 2017

Interview

Yui Horie/Miss Monochrome Interview @ Anime Expo 2017

SHOWMAKER is an up and coming user-generated game that is set to release this winter. The game will allow players to create a virtual live stage show performance in VR...

Jul.24

Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Arc Prologue Anime World Premiere at Anime Expo 2017

Anime News

Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Arc Prologue Anime World Premiere at Anime Expo 2017

Glad tidings from Anime Expo as a new Cardcaptor series is on its way. Morio Asaka is returning to direct the anime iteration of Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card. Kodansha is...

Jul.23

A look into New Donk City at E3 2017

Gaming News

A look into New Donk City at E3 2017

Nintendo’s E3 booth gave congoers a one way ticket to New Donk City; one of the few places one can explore in the New Super Mario Odyssey set to be...

Jul.23

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Hands-On Impressions at E3 2017

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Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Hands-On Impressions at E3 2017

During E3, I got the chance to play a whole mission from Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown at the Bandai Namco booth, so I took to the skies and tested...

Jul.16

FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST Live Action Panel at Anime Expo 2017

Anime News

FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST Live Action Panel at Anime Expo 2017

This year, the highly popular series Fullmetal Alchemist will be celebrating the 16th anniversary of its original manga release which has gone on to sell over 67 million copies worldwide...

Jun.26

Monster Hunter: World Behind Closed Doors at E3 2017

Gaming News

Monster Hunter: World Behind Closed Doors at E3 2017

It’s been a long while since we last saw a Monster Hunter title on a home console. Some time ago, Monster Hunter was rumored to come out on the PlayStation...

Jun.22

Life is Strange: Before the Storm Behind Closed Doors at E3 2017

Gaming News

Life is Strange: Before the Storm Behind Closed Doors at E3 2017

When the original Life is Strange released through 2015, it was a huge success for episodic gaming. The game went on to receive rave reviews and was nominated and won...

Jun.21

PPAP Teams Up with LEVEL-5 for Some Gentlemanly Puzzles

Gaming News

PPAP Teams Up with LEVEL-5 for Some Gentlemanly Puzzles

PIKO-TARO, also known as the Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen guy, has teamed with LEVEL-5 to promote the newest entry in the Layton series. 

Jun.17

Top 5 Booths at E3 2017

Gaming News

Top 5 Booths at E3 2017

Every year, game publishers bring to us, the attendees of E3, amazing set-ups, and this year was no exception. Here are our top 5 picks:

Jun.15

Kenichiro Takaki Interview @ E3 2017

Interview

Kenichiro Takaki Interview @ E3 2017

During E3 2017 in Los Angeles, XSEED Games showcased one of their biggest projects for this year. Senran Kagura: Peach Beach Splash is a third-person shooter in the Senran Kagura...

Jun.15

Dragonball Fighter Z - Hands-on

Gaming News

Dragonball Fighter Z - Hands-on

Ever since Dragon Ball hit the market in the 80's, fans have wanted a video game that best harnesses the essence of the series. Although games like Budokai and Xenoverse...

Jun.14

Final Fantasy XIV Stormblood - Susano Primal Battle Challenge

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XIV Stormblood - Susano Primal Battle Challenge

Final Fantasy 14 Stormblood's release date is just a few short days away, and to help build anticipation for its launch, an eight person boss battle is open for attendees...

Jun.09

Top South Korean Cosplayer Tomia Heads to Anime Expo 2017

Cosplay

Top South Korean Cosplayer Tomia Heads to Anime Expo 2017

By popular demand, The-O Network is proud to announce our next cosplay guest for Anime Expo is none other than Tomia from South Korea!This is Tomia's first appearance in the...

Jun.06

Asian Kung Fu Generation to hold first US concert during Anime Expo

Music

Asian Kung Fu Generation to hold first US concert during Anime Expo

  Asian Kung Fu Generation has just announced something big: their first US show. It'll take place in Los Angeles on July 2nd and just a few blocks away from Anime...

Jun.01

Kanae Ito Interview @ FanimeCon 2017

Interview

Kanae Ito Interview @ FanimeCon 2017

While in San Jose for Fanime-Con 2017, we sat down behind closed doors, with the voice actress Kanae Ito, who is best known for her work as Amu Hinamori in...

May.25

J-POP SUMMIT 2017 Announces On Sale Tickets and Initial Roster of Live Music Artists And Performers

Convention News

J-POP SUMMIT 2017 Announces On Sale Tickets and Initial Roster of Live Music Artists And Performers

The San Francisco Bay Area’s Premiere Japanese Pop Culture Event Announces Advance Tickets and First Musical Guests of Honor; BAND-MAID, Babyraids Japan, Misaki Iwasa And YANAKIKU To Perform J-POP SUMMIT 2017 has...

May.16

Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds (Vita) Review

Game Reviews

Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds (Vita) Review

Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds is the remaster of the first entry of the Hakuoki series which came out 9 years ago in Japan. Since then, the Hakuoki franchise has released numerous...

May.12

Love Live! Sunshine!! Aqours tour goods now available for overseas fans

Music

Love Live! Sunshine!! Aqours tour goods now available for overseas fans

Overseas fans of Love Live! Sunshine!! school idol group Aqours can now get access to official goods from the “Love Live! Sunshine!! Aqours 2nd LoveLive! HAPPY PARTY TRAIN TOUR”, available...

May.11

Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius Celebrates First Anniversary with Global Fan Events

Gaming News

Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius Celebrates First Anniversary with Global Fan Events

  Producers Kei Hirono & Hiroki Fujimoto Invite Players to Asia, Europe, and US Events Today SQUARE ENIX announced a host of FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS Fan Festa events, scheduled to take...

May.03

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal Season 2 (Blu-ray) Review

Anime Reviews

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal Season 2 (Blu-ray) Review

When I was first informed of the re-make of my favorite childhood series, I was ecstatic. I was head over heels for all things Sailor Moon before it was even...

Apr.16

Fate/GO - Director Yosuke Shiokawa Interview @ Sakura-Con 2017

Interview

Fate/GO - Director Yosuke Shiokawa Interview @ Sakura-Con 2017

At their most recent panel at Sakura-Con in Seattle, Aniplex revealed one of their biggest projects for this year. Fate/Grand Order, or Fate/GO is a popular mobile game in Japan...

Apr.16

Sakura-Con 2017 Impression

Convention News

Sakura-Con 2017 Impression

When I first went to see the popular Japanese pop group Berryz Kobo at Sakura-Con in 2011, I have been extremely enamored with Seattle’s premiere convention. There’s a fantastic array...

Apr.15

Fate/Grand Order English Version  to be Launched in Summer 2017

Gaming News

Fate/Grand Order English Version to be Launched in Summer 2017

Aniplex Inc. (Tokyo, Japan) and DELiGHTWORKS Inc. (Tokyo, Japan) announced their plans to launch an English version of Fate/Grand Order in North American territories in Summer 2017 at the Aniplex...

Apr.14

Fate/Go Coming to the US?

Gaming News

Fate/Go Coming to the US?

Attendees this morning in Seattle for Sakura-Con couldn’t help but notice the cut out displays and banner from the mobile game Fate/Grand Order (Fate/GO) at the Aniplex booth.  Aniplex of America is...

Apr.10

Live Report: Asia on Tour Concert Series featuring Miyavi

Music

Live Report: Asia on Tour Concert Series featuring Miyavi

San Francisco's historic The Fillmore auditorium on the edge of Japantown played host to three bands this past Thursday. The concert series, officially designated "Asia on Tour" and headed by...

Apr.05

AOD 2017 Impressions

Convention News

AOD 2017 Impressions

As one of the up-and-coming anime conventions in the Bay Area, AOD has treated incumbent attendees with a wealth of increase in terms of potential over the past few years...

Apr.03

ALI PROJECT releases best album

Music

ALI PROJECT releases best album

The famous Gothic Lolita unit ALI PROJECT (theme song performer for Rozen Maiden and Code Geass) will be releasing a best album this year in June. They will be performing...

Mar.20

Puffy AmiYumi Interview

Interview

Puffy AmiYumi Interview

The legendary Puffy AmiYumi makes their return to the USA starting in April making a 3 city tour stop in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Dallas.  They are probably best...

Mar.14

Hyuna "The Queen's Back" Tour Report (SF & LA) 2017

Music

Hyuna "The Queen's Back" Tour Report (SF & LA) 2017

Hyuna winded down her first North American tour in San Francisco and Los Angeles. did you miss it? If so fear not Wave-K is to the rescue with photos, video...

Mar.08

Sword Art Online The Movie: Ordinal Scale US Premiere

Anime News

Sword Art Online The Movie: Ordinal Scale US Premiere

The US premiere for the Sword Art Online the Movie: Ordinal Scale was held on March 1st, 2017 at the Grauman’s Egyptian theater in Hollywood California. There was a red...

Mar.07

Puffy AmiYumi returns to the U.S. Announces “U.S. Tour 2017 Not Lazy”

Music

Puffy AmiYumi returns to the U.S. Announces “U.S. Tour 2017 Not Lazy”

After a 10 year hiatus in the U.S., Puffy AmiYumi is back in the states for a 3 city tour that includes Los Angeles, San Francisco and Dallas, TX. In...

Mar.07

Live report: Aquors First LoveLive! ~Step! ZERO to ONE!~ Concert Screening

Music

Live report: Aquors First LoveLive! ~Step! ZERO to ONE!~ Concert Screening

So I'm in a movie theater surrounding by a bunch of people with glowsticks and penlights and we're watching a concert of girls who portray a group of anime high...

Feb.28

Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns (3DS) Review

Game Reviews

Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns (3DS) Review

If you were like me, you may have been a little confused by the name of this game. The synopsis and style are very similar, but the name is different...

Feb.26

DJ Kazu Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

Interview

DJ Kazu Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

Debuting in 2008, DJ Kazu is an anisong and J-Pop music DJ who has sold over 1 million mix CDs worldwide. Who better to interview a DJ than our own...

Feb.26

Wednesday Campanella (水曜日のカンパネラ) Interview @ J-POP Summit 2016

Interview

Wednesday Campanella (水曜日のカンパネラ) Interview @ J-POP Summit 2016

Taking the world by storm with their unique blend of electronic music and unorthodox performances, Wednesday Campanella also known as Suiyobi no Campanella (水曜日のカンパネラ) is made up of vocalist KOM_I...

Feb.22

[Max Factory] - Atago: Heavy Armament Ver.

Figure Reviews

[Max Factory] - Atago: Heavy Armament Ver.

In one of our first test video product review, we take a look at the 1/8 scale Atago: Heavy Armament Ver. which is a part of the limited Wonderful Hobby...

Feb.15

Prey Hands-On Preview

Gaming News

Prey Hands-On Preview

We were invited to a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, Prey a first-person sci-fi thriller game developed by Arkane Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. The main premises of...

Jan.31

DYNASTY WARRIORS: Godseekers (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

DYNASTY WARRIORS: Godseekers (PS4) Review

Dynasty Warriors: Godseekers is the most recent release in the Koei Tecmo’s Dynasty Warriors universe, but this entry eschews from the familiar button-mashing chaos many come to expect when hearing...

Jan.30

Corpse Party (3DS) Review

Game Reviews

Corpse Party (3DS) Review

Corpse Party published by XSeed/Marvelous of America is a well-known cult classic for those that are into J-horror adventure games. Originally published in 1990 on the PC, there have been...

Jan.30

World of Final Fantasy (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

World of Final Fantasy (PS4) Review

World of Final Fantasy certainly isn't the only Final Fantasy spin-off around, but it’s perhaps among the more successful one. There's a lot that series veterans will find familiar. New...

Jan.29

PlayStation Experience: Impression

Gaming News

PlayStation Experience: Impression

PlayStation Experience, also known as PSX, is an annual event for the video game industry presented by Sony Interactive Entertainment used to reveal and promote PlayStation games and game-related merchandise...

Jan.27

Happy Lunar New Year Photos and Video from Aza!

Cosplay

Happy Lunar New Year Photos and Video from Aza!

Wishing everyone a Happy Lunar Year, watch popular Korean cosplayer Aza greet her fans for the new year in her original D.Va hanbok cosplay! Don't forget to also check some of...

Jan.27

Dragon Quest Builders (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

Dragon Quest Builders (PS4) Review

Dragon Quest Builders is published by Square Enix and was released in North America October 11, 2016, for Playstation 4, Playstation 3, and Vita. For those who don’t know what...

Jan.20

Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival: Impression

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival: Impression

Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2016 in Las Vegas came and gone and probably will not return until a year after the next expansion. This year at Fan Festival, the...

Jan.15

Hyuna North American Tour 2017

Music

Hyuna North American Tour 2017

One of Korea's hottest solo female artist Hyuna will be making her first appearance in North America touring 8 cities. In addition, there will be 4 different tiers available for...

Jan.08

ONE OK ROCK announces final details for their North American "Ambitions" tour

Music

ONE OK ROCK announces final details for their North American "Ambitions" tour

ONE OK ROCK will begin their North American headline tour in support of new album "Ambitions" in just under two weeks. This marks the fourth US tour in two years...

Dec.26

Code Geass Season 3 Promo Video Leaked

Anime News

Code Geass Season 3 Promo Video Leaked

On November 27, 2016, Sunrise held an event for the highly popular anime series Code Geass detailing their 10th anniversary plans. This includes a three part movie retelling the original...

Dec.24

Attack on Titan Season 2 Trailer and Air Date!

Anime News

Attack on Titan Season 2 Trailer and Air Date!

Announced originally in July 2016, a trailer for the second season of the highly popular anime adaptation of Attack on Titan by WIT Studio has been released!It was revealed earlier...

Dec.21

Yona of the Dawn Volume 2 Review

Book and Manga Reviews

Yona of the Dawn Volume 2 Review

Volume two (chapters 6 - 11) of Yona of the Dawn was released in early October and did not disappoint. In this volume, Yona and Hak arrives in the city...

Dec.21

Gravity Rush 2 Demo Out Tomorrow, Overture animation launches December 26

Gaming News

Gravity Rush 2 Demo Out Tomorrow, Overture animation launches December 26

Try out the January-due Sequel. A demo for Gravity Rush 2 will launch via the PlayStation Store tomorrow, December 22, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced. It features two paths—one for those who...

Dec.20

Steins;Gate 0 (PS4/Vita) Review

Game Reviews

Steins;Gate 0 (PS4/Vita) Review

Obvious: spoilers for the first Steins;Gate game ahead! Having first reviewed JAST USA’s PC release of Steins;Gate in 2014, I had originally thought that this well-told time-travel story was complete and...

Nov.25

FINAL FANTASY XV T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY

Contests

FINAL FANTASY XV T-SHIRT GIVEAWAY

You've seen them at this year's PAX where fans waited in line for HOURS for a chance to get one of the four exclusive Final Fantasy XV t-shirts. Thanks to...

Nov.18

Sharin no Kuni: The Girl Among the Sunflowers Localization Project Relaunching Soon

Gaming News

Sharin no Kuni: The Girl Among the Sunflowers Localization Project Relaunching Soon

Frontwing Inc., in partnership with AKABEiSOFT2 and Tokyo Otaku Mode, are relaunching their crowdfunding project to localize "Sharin no Kuni: The Girl Among the Sunflowers" on Kickstarter, with the new title "Re:...

Nov.18

Fans Worldwide Choose Design for EVANGELION x Full Graphic Kimono Project!

Anime News

Fans Worldwide Choose Design for EVANGELION x Full Graphic Kimono Project!

Fans of Neon Genesis Evangelion who enjoy traditional Japanese fashion now have a chance to enjoy a special treat: a furisode (long-sleeved) kimono featuring the Eva units. These were developed...

Nov.09

Voice Actress, Inori Minase releases 3rd single “Starry Wish”

Music

Voice Actress, Inori Minase releases 3rd single “Starry Wish”

Critically acclaimed singer and voice actress Inori Minase has released her 3rd single "Starry Wish." The lead track is the ending theme song of the October 2016-premiered TV anime "ViVid...

Nov.07

GameStop Expo 2016 Impression

Gaming News

GameStop Expo 2016 Impression

This year GameStop Expo 2016 was held on September 14th at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. I attended this one-day event to check out some of the games that...

Nov.04

The Art of Castle in the Sky Review

Book and Manga Reviews

The Art of Castle in the Sky Review

The year 2016 marks the 30th anniversary of Castle in The Sky by Studio Ghibli and Viz Media, the premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution and global...

Oct.24

Shin Godzilla (Movie) Review

Anime Reviews

Shin Godzilla (Movie) Review

From Hideaki Anno (Neon Genesis Evangelion) and Shinji Higuchi (Attack on Titan) comes Shin Godzilla, also known as Godzilla Resurgence here in the West. This is the 29th Godzilla film...

Oct.23

Silent Siren S World Tour 2016 in San Francisco!

Music

Silent Siren S World Tour 2016 in San Francisco!

Silent Siren, also known as "SaiSai" (taken from the first sound of each of the words) stopped by San Francisco earlier this month, one of their two stops in the...

Oct.08

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Pit People

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Pit People

During PAX west we stopped in with our friends at The Behemoth, the same people who brought us Castle Crashers and got to play their new title, Pit People, an...

Oct.06

PAX West 2016 Impressions: NightCry

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: NightCry

From the creator of the Clock Tower game series, director Hifumi Kono and the director of the Ju-on (The Grudge) Takashi Shimizu comes Project Scissors: NightCry from Japanese video game...

Sep.28

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Through the Woods

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Through the Woods

Through the Woods by Antagonist began as a Kickstarter, and it will soon be coming to Steam as their debut game. During PAX West 2016, I got to play the...

Sep.26

Silent Siren S World Tour 2016

Music

Silent Siren S World Tour 2016

Silent Siren is a 4-piece all-female band formed by Suu (Sumire Yoshida as Vo & Gt.), Hinanchu (Hinako Umemura on Dr.), Ainyan (Aina Yamauchi on Ba.), and Yukarun (Yukako Kurosaka on Key.). They all have backgrounds...

Sep.26

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age

Having never played much of FFXII, I can’t really make a direct comparison. I can, however, talk about the things I saw and the gameplay I experienced at PAX West...

Sep.26

PAX West 2016 Impressions: DRAGON QUEST VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: DRAGON QUEST VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past came out for the PS1 back in 2000 for Japan and in 2001 for US. Square Enix decided to remake it into...

Sep.23

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Final Fantasy XV

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Final Fantasy XV

Recently, Square Enix released a 52-minute gameplay video of the Master Version of Final Fantasy XV showcasing the game’s opening chapters. In all, the 60-minute features Chocobo racing, new monsters...

Sep.19

Hiroki Chiba Interview @ PAX West 2016

Interview

Hiroki Chiba Interview @ PAX West 2016

Hiroki Chiba began his career at Square Enix in 1993, where he assisted in the creation of FINAL FANTASY VI. He was also the Event Planner on the CHRONO TRIGGER...

Sep.15

Lia Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

Interview

Lia Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

With a massive list of special guests and industry guests at this year's Anime Expo, one of the hidden guests that had everyone on their feet during Opening Ceremonies was...

Sep.15

PAX West 2016 Impressions: World of Final Fantasy

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: World of Final Fantasy

We managed to get a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, World of Final Fantasy, with the developers from Square Enix at PAX West this year. World of Final...

Sep.13

Don’t Starve MEGA PACK deal

Gaming News

Don’t Starve MEGA PACK deal

Are you a fan of Don’t Starve! on PS4 then you will be happy to hear that Don’t Starve Together is coming to PS4. The game will be available on...

Sep.12

Wake Up to Emilia and Rem from Re:Zero

Anime News

Wake Up to Emilia and Rem from Re:Zero

Why wake up to a boring alarm clock when you can now wakeup to the voices of (your possible ‘waifu’) Emilia and Rem from the hit series, Re:Zero! The app features...

Sep.07

Style Savvy: Fashion Forward (3DS) Review

Game Reviews

Style Savvy: Fashion Forward (3DS) Review

Like the other Style Savvy games, in Fashion Forward, the player becomes a manager of a boutique through magical means. The aesthetics of this game is very feminine, but at...

Sep.07

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Dragon Quest Builders

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impressions: Dragon Quest Builders

Among the games that I played at PAX West this year, one of the notable ones that I would like to talk about is Dragon Quest Builders from Square Enix...

Sep.06

PAX West 2016 Impression

Gaming News

PAX West 2016 Impression

As the premier gaming convention in the Seattle Washington area, Penny Arcade Expo (or PAX) is split into multiple gaming events held in Seattle (West), Boston (East), Melbourne (Aus), and...

Sep.05

Silent Siren Interview @ J-POP Summit 2016

Interview

Silent Siren Interview @ J-POP Summit 2016

Making their American debut ahead of their tour in the USA, Silent Siren is a Japanese teen girl rock group formed in 2010. The girls' music have topped the Oricon...

Aug.29

Attack on Titan (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

Attack on Titan (PS4) Review

So first came the manga, then the anime, and then the live action movie, now comes the game! So cue the German chant chorus because here comes Attack on Titan...

Aug.23

Cowboy Bebop Jazz Cat Experience @ Anime Expo 2016

Convention News

Cowboy Bebop Jazz Cat Experience @ Anime Expo 2016

Anime Expo may be more than a month ago but the Cowboy Bebop Jazz Cat Experience was something I will remember for years to come. This year, fans of Cowboy...

Aug.22

Yona of the Dawn Volume 1 Review

Book and Manga Reviews

Yona of the Dawn Volume 1 Review

Yona is a typical princess living a carefree life of royalty with her doting father, King Il (pronounced like ill), in the kingdom of Kouka - a historical kingdom that...

Aug.22

The King of Fighters XIV (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

The King of Fighters XIV (PS4) Review

In most respects, PlayStation 4’s The King of Fighters XIV - which is the 14th core King of Fighters game - is simply more King of fighters, but as a...

Aug.16

Silent Siren "S" Album Review

Music Reviews

Silent Siren "S" Album Review

As a whole, the four-female member band Silent Siren is an exemplary piece of the modern Japanese music puzzle. Although the members, Suu (Sumire Yoshida as Vo & Gt.), Hinanchu...

Aug.13

Sekai Project Announces Next Wave of Exciting New Titles for PC and PlayStation Platforms @ Otakon

Gaming News

Sekai Project Announces Next Wave of Exciting New Titles for PC and PlayStation Platforms @ Otakon

Sekai Project, a rising publisher and licenser of Japanese new media and electronic entertainment today announced, during their live panel at Otakon in Baltimore, their plans to publish and localize...

Aug.13

Phantom Brave (PC) Review

Game Reviews

Phantom Brave (PC) Review

The plot to Phantom Brave revolves around the character Marona, a young girl who has the power to communicate with Phantoms, which are essentially the spirits of the dead. In...

Aug.12

Anime Revolution 2016 – A Celebration of Anime & Japanese Pop Culture!

Convention News

Anime Revolution 2016 – A Celebration of Anime & Japanese Pop Culture!

Anime Revolution or AniRevo for short, is a three day celebration of anime and Japanese Pop Culture, hosted yearly in the heart of Vancouver, BC, Canada. This year, AniRevo was...

Aug.12

Uncharted, Visceral Games Creative Director Amy Hennig to Deliver PAX West 2016 Keynote

Gaming News

Uncharted, Visceral Games Creative Director Amy Hennig to Deliver PAX West 2016 Keynote

Amy Hennig, the former creative director of the Uncharted series and current senior creative director of Visceral Games, will deliver the opening keynote at PAX West 2016.  The full schedule...

Aug.11

Tarsier Studios Partnership for new game called LITTLE NIGHTMARES

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Tarsier Studios Partnership for new game called LITTLE NIGHTMARES

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today announced a worldwide publishing agreement with Swedish video game developer, Tarsier Studios, for a brand new game called LITTLE NIGHTMARES. LITTLE NIGHTMARES presents a...

Aug.08

A.W.: Phoenix Festa (Vita) Review

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A.W.: Phoenix Festa (Vita) Review

A.W.: Phoenix Festa comes by the way of Kadokawa Games, a sizeable Japanese developer best known for its connection with many portable RPG games as well as the popular series...

Aug.04

The Sexy, Sultry momoMc @ AX Night Cafe

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The Sexy, Sultry momoMc @ AX Night Cafe

A recent trend that has been popular with most conventions are after dark events; shows and exhibits catering to the older, and more mature con-attendees. These events are for the...

Aug.04

Gather One, Gather All – FFXIV X Yo-Kai Watch Collaboration

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Gather One, Gather All – FFXIV X Yo-Kai Watch Collaboration

Square Enix and Level-5 announced a collaboration between Final Fantasy XIV and Yo-kai Watch during the Final Fantasy XIV Letter from the Producer LIVE Part XXIX stream back in late...

Aug.03

Da-iCE Interview @ FanimeCon 2016

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Da-iCE Interview @ FanimeCon 2016

Da-iCE is a 5 member dance group from Japan with a "facial deviation value of 75!" They are the recipient of The Japan Gold Disc Award for Best 5 New...

Aug.01

Domobics with TPDomo FAN EXPERIENCE @ J-POP SUMMIT 2016

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Domobics with TPDomo FAN EXPERIENCE @ J-POP SUMMIT 2016

Domo-kun has had a long history, as the mascot of the Japanese broadcast company NHK, and behind his large, saw-toothed mouth, there’s something endearing about this brown, open-mouth monster. During...

Jul.29

Grand Kingdom (PS4) Review

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Grand Kingdom (PS4) Review

Grand Kingdom tells the tale of Resonail, a continent which consists of four nations at war over the fallen Empire of Uldein. The story is delivered via voice-acted comic book-esque cutscenes...

Jul.27

The Longest Five Minutes coming to the West

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The Longest Five Minutes coming to the West

North American video game publisher NIS America has announced that they will be bringing The Longest Five Minutes to North America and Europe for the PlayStation Vita and Windows PCs via...

Jul.25

Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness Launch Party @ Anime Expo 2016

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Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness Launch Party @ Anime Expo 2016

On Saturday July 2nd Square Enix had the Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness launch party at Anime Expo 2016. The event took place at lounge 21 and you had to...

Jul.25

Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness - Aligning the Stars Panel @ Anime Expo 2016

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Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness - Aligning the Stars Panel @ Anime Expo 2016

During Square Enix’s Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness – “Aligning the Stars” Panel at Anime Expo, Star Ocean Director Hiroshi Ogawa, producer Shuichi Kobayashi and Japanese illustrator and character designer...

Jul.25

Fairy Fencer F: Advent Dark Force (PS4) Review

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Fairy Fencer F: Advent Dark Force (PS4) Review

Let’s just cut to the chase, shall we? I am happy to report that Idea Factory has brought Fairy Fencer F, a PlayStation 3 game, to PlayStation 4 in the...

Jul.24

World of Final Fantasy Collectors Edition Revealed

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World of Final Fantasy Collectors Edition Revealed

SQUARE ENIX brings WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY to North American retailers this October with many ways for fans to experience the wonderful world of Grymoire. FINAL FANTASY fans ready to...

Jul.22

Maidreamin Impressions @ Anime Expo 2016

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Maidreamin Impressions @ Anime Expo 2016

When someone says Akihabara what comes to mind? Among those answers somewhere would have to be Maid Café. When once upon a time to have a real experience of a...

Jul.20

FLOW Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

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FLOW Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

FLOW debuted in 2003 with their 1st single “Blaster” and is famous for their Naruto opening theme songs such as “GO!!!” and “Remember” as well as Naruto-Shippuden’s opening theme song...

Jul.19

Tetsuya Kakihara Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

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Tetsuya Kakihara Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

Kakihara is best known for portraying young male characters with a fiery personalities; Natsu from the anime Fairy Tail, Simon in Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann, and Toudou Shinpachi in Yowamushi...

Jul.16

Love Live Sunshine at Anime Expo!

Music

Love Live Sunshine at Anime Expo!

Anime Expo 2016 had yet another US first to its name. The super-franchise Love Live has, til now, never graced American shores to a meaningful degree. July 2 would mark...

Jul.16

J-POP SUMMIT 2016 Details Japanese Pop Inspired Fashion Events & Programming

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J-POP SUMMIT 2016 Details Japanese Pop Inspired Fashion Events & Programming

J-POP SUMMIT 2016, one of the world's biggest Japanese pop culture events, announces a dynamic showcase of inspired Japanese fashion at this year's festival. This year, the J-POP SUMMIT gathers...

Jul.16

Anime Expo 2016 - Japan Super Live Report

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Anime Expo 2016 - Japan Super Live Report

This past Anime Expo was a banner year for musical events organized as a joint project between AX and Daisuki/Anime Consortium Japan under the name "Anisong Matsuri." The crown jewel...

Jul.12

Shoji Kawamori Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

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Shoji Kawamori Interview @ Anime Expo 2016

Shoji Kawamori is known for designing Takara’s original, first-generation Transformers toys, creating and directing the bulk of Super Dimensional Fortress MACROSS, and much more. During Anime Expo, we were lucky...

Jul.11

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu and J-POP SUMMIT in San Francisco

Music

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu and J-POP SUMMIT in San Francisco

J-Pop Summit has teamed up with Kyary Pamyu Pamyu to start the 2016 event off with a bang! On Friday, July 22, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu will play at the Regency...

Jul.07

Is VR Taking Over E3

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Is VR Taking Over E3

This year at E3 2016, one of the biggest announcements from Sony Entertainment was their release of the PSVR (Playstation Virtual Reality) headset that will work with not only the...

Jul.06

A.W. Phoenix Festa coming to the West

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A.W. Phoenix Festa coming to the West

 During Anime Expo, Bandai Namco announced a new entry in the Simulation Action genre with A.W. : Phoenix Festa, coming to the Americas on July 26, exclusively for the PlayStation...

Jul.06

Aniplex of America Announces AkibaFest

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Aniplex of America Announces AkibaFest

During Anime Expo, Aniplex of America announced that they will be hosting a new type of anime convention at Little Tokyo in Los Angeles on October 15th & 16th. The...

Jul.06

Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Producer Presentation @ Anime Expo 2016

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Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Producer Presentation @ Anime Expo 2016

During this year’s Anime Expo, Game Producer Yosuke Futami held a presentation for Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization at the Bandai Namco community stage and shared with us the latest...

Jul.05

God Eater: Resurrection (PS4) Review

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God Eater: Resurrection (PS4) Review

God Eater: Resurrection is an action role-playing game, delivered by Director and Producer Hiroshi Yoshimura and Yosuke Tomizawa, it takes inspiration from like minded games in the genre – think...

Jul.05

Anime Expo 2016 Impressions

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Anime Expo 2016 Impressions

I’ll be honest whenever I think of going to Anime conventions, I like to compare it like a weekend at Disneyland. Sure I will try go to all the events...

Jul.05

Megadimension Neptunia VII (PC) Review

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Megadimension Neptunia VII (PC) Review

Megadimension Neptunia VII is the fourth game in the Hyperdimension Neptunia series. New systems and approaches are combined with tried-and-true, traditional Neptunia staples to create a product that complements its...

Jul.04

Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus (PC) Review

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Senran Kagura Shinovi Versus (PC) Review

The first time I heard of the Senran Kagura series and its jiggle physics I said ok, this review will be a hit or miss. For those that are unfamiliar...

Jun.27

Spiral Cats Anime Expo 2016 Schedule

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Spiral Cats Anime Expo 2016 Schedule

Hit sensation Spiral Cats has released their tentative schedule along with some additional details during their appearance at Anime Expo 2016. Limited merchandise and autographs will be available at the Cosplay...

Jun.27

Anime Expo 2016: Games and Events

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Anime Expo 2016: Games and Events

Anime Expo 2016 takes place next week, from July 1st to July 4th at the Los Angeles Convention Center, once again AX will feature a number of video game, visual...

Jun.23

E3 Impressions: Lawbreakers

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E3 Impressions: Lawbreakers

We managed to get a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, Lawbreakers, with the developers from Boss Key Productions. Lawbreakers is a first person arena shooter game that takes...

Jun.23

E3 Impressions: Killing Floor 2

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E3 Impressions: Killing Floor 2

We managed to get a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, Killing Floor 2, with the developers from Tripwire Interactive. Killing floor 2 is a first person horror shooter...

Jun.22

Wagakki Band's 1st US TOUR -DEEP IMPACT-

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Wagakki Band's 1st US TOUR -DEEP IMPACT-

While Anime Expo is coming up fast music fans in California won't be done just yet.  Wagakki Band will be coming soon after for their "DEEP IMPACT" tour.  We last...

Jun.22

E3 2016 Impression

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E3 2016 Impression

E3’s twenty-second year has once again shattered attendance records, and raised the bar for Los Angeles’ premier trade show for the video game industry presented by the Entertainment Software Association...

Jun.22

Spiral Cats Returns to Los Angeles Anime Expo 2016

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Spiral Cats Returns to Los Angeles Anime Expo 2016

Returning to Anime Expo 2016 is the stunningly beautiful professional cosplay duo of Doremi and Tasha from the South Korean cosplay group Spiral Cats. Famous for their amazingly accurate depictions...

Jun.21

E3 2016 Impressions: Gravity Rush 2

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E3 2016 Impressions: Gravity Rush 2

Earlier this year, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced Gravity Rush 2. The game picks up right where Gravity Rush left off. Kat will return alongside her friend Raven. At E3, Sony...

Jun.21

E3 2016 Impressions: ReCore

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E3 2016 Impressions: ReCore

When ReCore was first shown at Microsoft’s E3 2015 briefing the game has since been shrouded in mystery but knowing that Legendary Mega Man creator Keiji Inafune and Metroid Prime...

Jun.21

E3 2016 Impressions: Tales of Berseria

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E3 2016 Impressions: Tales of Berseria

We managed to get a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, Tales of Berseria, with the publishers from Bandai Namco. Players assume the role of Velvet, a young women...

Jun.21

E3 2016 Impressions: Tekken 7

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E3 2016 Impressions: Tekken 7

We managed to get a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, Tekken 7, with the publishers from Bandai Namco. Tekken 7 is a fighting game and is the latest...

Jun.21

E3 2016: Impressions The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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E3 2016: Impressions The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

After watching the E3 2016 demo for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, it’s no surprise that Nintendo’s back-to-basics approach has a great impact to the overall experience...

Jun.21

E3 2016 Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Hands On Impression

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E3 2016 Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Hands On Impression

We managed to get a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization with the publishers at Bandai Namco. Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization is a...

Jun.19

Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book (PS4) Review

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Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book (PS4) Review

Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book is the 17th game in the primary Atelier series, and the start of a new setting after Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the...

Jun.19

Square-Enix E3 2016 Booth Tour

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Square-Enix E3 2016 Booth Tour

This year E3 went all out with their budget with the imminent release of Final Fantasy XV. Check out our walk around their MASSIVE booth! 

Jun.01

FanimeCon 2016 Impressions

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FanimeCon 2016 Impressions

Fanimecon is the premier convention in the San Francisco Bay Area, our expectations have been raised even higher since last years con after what seemed like a perfect year for...

May.30

Future of Mobile Gaming a panel by KICK 9 at Fanime 2016

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Future of Mobile Gaming a panel by KICK 9 at Fanime 2016

With most people owning a smartphone nowadays, it is easy to see how free-to-play games on mobile devices are on the rise and how common they really are. Some might...

May.24

Meet Sekai Project's New Mascot

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Meet Sekai Project's New Mascot

Sekai Project is celebrating their third year as a publisher and licenser this year. So how did they celebrate you ask, well they didn't go to Disneyland or maybe they...

May.24

Nicalis Cinco de Mayo Event 2016

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Nicalis Cinco de Mayo Event 2016

Traditionally, Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican Army's victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. In the United States, it’s more to celebrate Mexican...

May.16

Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius coming to the West this summer

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Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius coming to the West this summer

Square Enix will be bringing Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius to the West this summer. Players may recognize the developer, Gumi, who created the popular and highly addicting mobile game, Brave...

May.16

Phantom Brave coming to PC in July

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Phantom Brave coming to PC in July

We've got some exciting news for all of you PC gamers out there, dood! NIS America is proud to announce that Phantom Brave PC will be arriving on Steam this...

May.16

Anisong World Matsuri makes American Debut at Anime Expo 2016

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Anisong World Matsuri makes American Debut at Anime Expo 2016

AX has been very quiet about guests but there's a good reason why.  A slew of musical guests has just been announced under the name "Anisong World Matsuri."  This is...

May.14

Sekai Project and Vifth Floor Reveal Steam Release Date for Just Deserts

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Sekai Project and Vifth Floor Reveal Steam Release Date for Just Deserts

Lock and load, soldiers, it is time to prepare for battle! Sekai Project, a publisher and licenser of Japanese new media and electronic entertainment, in partnership with Vifth Floor, today...

May.13

J-POP DANCE/VOCAL Group DA-ICE to Make Overseas Debut at Fanime 2016

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J-POP DANCE/VOCAL Group DA-ICE to Make Overseas Debut at Fanime 2016

Japanese dance/vocal group Da-iCE will make their American performance debut at FanimeCon later this month at the San Jose Convention Center, May 27-30. The groundbreaking five-member group has scored multiple...

May.09

MeiQ: Labyrinth of Death heading to the West this Fall

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MeiQ: Labyrinth of Death heading to the West this Fall

Idea Factory International will be releasing MeiQ: Labyrinth of Death (MeiQ no Chika ni Shisu in Japan) in North America and Europe both physically and digitally this Fall for the PlayStation...

May.08

A Look at  Anime Expo’s Youth Protection Program

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A Look at Anime Expo’s Youth Protection Program

As part of their 25th anniversary event Anime Expo and parent organization the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation has announced a new initiative titled the "Youth Protection Program...

May.05

Persona 5 Japanese Release Date Announced

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Persona 5 Japanese Release Date Announced

Persona 5 will launch for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 in Japan on September 15, and while Atlus still has not confirmed a date for the West, the game is...

May.04

MIKU EXPO Satellite Events in Review

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MIKU EXPO Satellite Events in Review

The concerts of MIKU EXPO 2014 were accompanied by what was more or less a Hatsune Miku village full of exhibits, merchandise, music, and lots of fun. Fans in Los...

May.04

MIKU EXPO Concert in San Francisco

Music

MIKU EXPO Concert in San Francisco

Hatsune Miku needs no introduction for most fans of Japanese culture. For those who aren't fans of Japanese culture, or are fans but have somehow been living under a rock...

May.03

Grand Kingdom PS4 Beta begins today

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Grand Kingdom PS4 Beta begins today

Grand Kingdom Beta officially begins TODAY! NIS America will host the Playstation 4 beta from May 3-10th.  May 9th will be the last day to sign up for the beta. You...

Apr.25

MIKU EXPO returns to California

Music

MIKU EXPO returns to California

Hatsune Miku needs no introduction. She's played a few times in the United States as part of MIKU EXPO and Anime Expo's Mikunopolis and now she's back for her biggest...

Apr.22

KYARY PAMYU PAMYU to Perform at J-POP Summit in San Francisco

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KYARY PAMYU PAMYU to Perform at J-POP Summit in San Francisco

J-POP SUMMIT 2016, one of the world's biggest Japanese pop culture events, presents pop princess -- Kyary Pamyu Pamyu -- for a special live concert performance in San Francisco at...

Apr.14

Inori Minase releases 2nd single

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Inori Minase releases 2nd single

Inori Minase’s 2nd single “harmony ribbon” was released yesterday in Japan. Overseas release is scheduled for April 15th, 2016 includes Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Korea, Germany (and other European countries)...

Apr.06

The Witch and the Hundred Knight: Revival Edition (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

The Witch and the Hundred Knight: Revival Edition (PS4) Review

We previously reviewed The Witch and the Hundred Knight for the Playstation 3 and praised it as an interesting game that was new yet familiar with the signature trademarks of...

Mar.31

Official Final Fantasy XV Clothing by Roen Preorder Open

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Official Final Fantasy XV Clothing by Roen Preorder Open

While everyone else was talking about the new Final Fantasy XV trailers, movie, and anime, I was more interested what was revealed during the preshow event last night during Final Fantasy...

Mar.28

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka & Shinichiro Kashiwada Interview @ Sakura-Con 2015

Interview

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka & Shinichiro Kashiwada Interview @ Sakura-Con 2015

While in Seattle for Sakura-Con 2015, we sat down behind closed doors in a round table interview with voice actor Yoshitsugu Matsuoka who is best know for his work as...

Mar.28

Sekai Project Game Announcement Roundup

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Sekai Project Game Announcement Roundup

Sekai Project, A well known publisher and licenser of visual novels and video games announced,  during their live panels at Sakura Con and Anime Boston, revealing five new titles being...

Mar.23

See you at Anime Boston 2016

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See you at Anime Boston 2016

With just a few days until Anime Boston starting, who are you most excited to see this year? If you loved some of the recent favorites and older favorites in...

Mar.21

Yuu Asakawa Interview @ AOD 2016

Interview

Yuu Asakawa Interview @ AOD 2016

Yuu Asakawa is a seasoned veteran who has played in various legendary titles including Love Hina as Motoko Aoyama, Azumanga Daioh as Sakaki, Fate/stay night as Rider, Akame ga Kill...

Mar.16

Inori Minase Wins Seiyu Awards Best Actress

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Inori Minase Wins Seiyu Awards Best Actress

Inori Minase has received the prestigious "Best Actress" award at the 10th annual Seiyu Awards. While best known for her work in the anime series Is It Wrong to Try...

Feb.29

SCANDAL YELLOW Album Review

Music Reviews

SCANDAL YELLOW Album Review

SCANDAL is one of Japan’s and internationally recognized J-Rock band and has been getting more and more international recognition in the past few years with their world tours. Having recently...

Feb.23

Who Would Yuu Asakawa Save in a Zombie Outbreak?

Anime News

Who Would Yuu Asakawa Save in a Zombie Outbreak?

Veteran voice actress Yuu Asakawa is a huge fan of zombies and absolutely loves Resident Evil and The Walking Dead. During our interview with her at Anime on Display, we couldn't...

Feb.23

NIS America 2016 Press Event Roundup Report

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NIS America 2016 Press Event Roundup Report

On Monday February 22nd, NIS America (NISA) held their annual press event at the Minna Art Gallery in San Francisco. The doors opened promptly at 6:00pm. On behalf of the...

Feb.22

LIVE NIS America Press Event 2016 Coverage

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LIVE NIS America Press Event 2016 Coverage

Stay tuned to our twitter and facebook account for LIVE coverage of NIS America's Press Event starteding TONIGHT at 6:30PM PST in the heart of San Francisco! What new video...

Feb.20

Eir Aoi J-POP Summit 2015 Interview

Interview

Eir Aoi J-POP Summit 2015 Interview

Eir Aoi is household name in the world of anisong (anime songs/music). In the past we've talked to Eir Aoi about her early career when she first started and even...

Feb.08

Babymetal 2016 US Tour adds west coast dates

Music

Babymetal 2016 US Tour adds west coast dates

Japanese band Babymetal is a polarizing one for metal fans but they still have a die-hard fanbase. They're a combination metal and Japanese idol act; for those of you not...

Dec.31

Kizumonogatari USA Movie Screening Trailer

Anime News

Kizumonogatari USA Movie Screening Trailer

Fans of the Monogatari series have been clamoring for the much anticipated origin story of Bakemonogatari since it's anime release in 2009. Now after 6 years Aniplex USA plans to...

Dec.21

Take Asuna (SAO) With You As a Personal Voice Assistant Released in English

Anime News

Take Asuna (SAO) With You As a Personal Voice Assistant Released in English

For Android fans who want to make iOS and Windows Phone users jealous (this includes me), Asuna from the hit series Sword Art Online will wake you up in the...

Dec.04

Anthem of the Heart (anime) Review

Anime Reviews

Anthem of the Heart (anime) Review

On November 1, 2015 Aniplex premiered Anthem of the Heart - Beautiful Word, Beautiful World in North America and Los Angeles was the first place to see the film. Coming...

Dec.03

LIVE COVERAGE Idea Factory Press Event 2015 TONIGHT!

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LIVE COVERAGE Idea Factory Press Event 2015 TONIGHT!

Follow us starting at 18:30 PST TONIGHT for our live tweet coverage (https://twitter.com/tononet) of the Idea Factory's Press Event in downtown San Francisco right before Sony's Playstation Experience event this...

Nov.16

EGOIST new single “RELOADED” available now

Music

EGOIST new single “RELOADED” available now

A year since the release of “Fallen”, the ending theme for the popular TV anime series, ‘PSYCHO-PASS 2’. EGOIST’s 6th single has been released worldwide with another major anime tie-in! The newly released...

Nov.09

Concert Impressions: DIR EN GREY “Never Free From the Awakening” TOUR 15

Music

Concert Impressions: DIR EN GREY “Never Free From the Awakening” TOUR 15

Japanese band DIR EN GREY is no stranger to the United States. They've been playing shows across America for a little over a decade and thankfully call San Francisco one...

Oct.29

ONE OK ROCK Concert Impressions

Music

ONE OK ROCK Concert Impressions

ONE OK ROCK, hailing from Japan, has returned to California. They've played as part of the Vans Warped Tour in 2014 as well as Slipknot's KnotFest so California isn't exactly...

Oct.29

DIR EN GREY Returns to America in November

Music

DIR EN GREY Returns to America in November

In just under a week Japanese metal band DIR EN GREY will return to America for scant few shows. One of those shows will thankfully be in San Francisco on...

Oct.19

Disgaea 5: Alliance of Vengeance (PS4) Review

Game Reviews

Disgaea 5: Alliance of Vengeance (PS4) Review

It’s been over a decade since the launch of Disgaea: Hour of Darkness. The SRPG franchise from Nippon Ichi Software began back on Playstation 2, appeared on the Playstation 3...

Oct.16

Backstage Interview with Momoiro Clover Z & KISS @ Anime Expo 2015

Interview

Backstage Interview with Momoiro Clover Z & KISS @ Anime Expo 2015

On July 2, 2015 we attended a backstage interview and photo session with Momoiro Clover Z (Momoclo) and the group KISS. This was right before Momoclo took the stage for...

Oct.15

Hatsune Miku Project Mirai Complete

Press Releases

Hatsune Miku Project Mirai Complete

Limited Edition soundtrack and video collection from the Project Mirai 3DS game. Press release inside.

Oct.09

SUPERBEAT: XONIC Super Limited Editions Online Orders Only

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SUPERBEAT: XONIC Super Limited Editions Online Orders Only

For our long term readers, you may be aware of my love for music rhythm games and the DJMax series probably made the largest impact on me. I've logged countless...

Oct.04

Anime News

Little Witch Academia Kickstarter Rewards Unboxed

Little Witch Academia backers are rejoicing around the world as Studio Trigger in partnership with Goodsmile Company has started shipping out backer rewards. While some of you are waiting for...

Sep.30

Little Glee Monster Interview @ J-Pop Summit 2015

Interview

Little Glee Monster Interview @ J-Pop Summit 2015

Bright, cheerful, and full of energy, Little Glee Monster is a rising young Japanese girl group. Featuring powerfu vocals, their song "Gao Gao All-Star" appears as the fourth ending theme...

Sep.24

Press Releases

Muv-Luv Kickstarter Campaign is now Live!

Earlier today, DEGICA and IXTL announced that the previously revealed Muv-Luv Kickstarter has gone live. Written by Koki Yoshimune in 2003, the campaign is hoping to raise $250,000.00 to by...

Sep.15

Gacharic Spin Interview @ JPOP 2015

Interview

Gacharic Spin Interview @ JPOP 2015

At first sight you might think these girls are your every day idol group. In reality, these girls rock out on stage with their instruments as Gacharic Spin. Their upbeat...

Sep.10

Site

New Website Soft Launch!

Welcome to the soft launch of our new website. If you are reading this then that means the migrations have went better than expected! With our growing content, we realized our...

Sep.07

JAM Project Interview @ J-POP Summit 2015

Interview

JAM Project Interview @ J-POP Summit 2015

JAM Project is well known for their upbeat high energy music most recognizably found in iconic super robot, and mecha anime titles and games. Join us as we kickback and...

Sep.04

Isuna Hasekura Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

Interview

Isuna Hasekura Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

As the creator behind the award-winning light novel series, Spice and Wolf, Isuna Hasekura has quickly penned his way into the minds of anime fans worldwide through writing classic storylines...

Sep.01

Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls (Vita) Review

Game Reviews

Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls (Vita) Review

As the latest entry into its ongoing saga, Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls shelves away all of the trials, relationship building and evidence collecting from the main flagship titles...

Aug.22

Anime News

Rie Tanaka Cosplay on FFXIV 2015 Live Stream Event

Celebrating it's second anniversary, Square-Enix held a 14 hour long stream that was filled with update news for upcoming changes and patches, to answering questions from fans. During one segment...

Aug.21

Events

Gen Con 2015 Impressions

Although Gen Con sounds rather crowded, the convention is spread across various hotels that are connected to the convention center, which helps alleviate congestion.  Badge pickup was surprisingly well coordinated...

Aug.17

Events

J-POP Summit 2015 Impressions

Celebrating the seventh year since their inception, J-POP Summit 2015 in San Francisco was simply a resounding success. Building upon their excellent traction in attendance from last year, this year's...

Jul.27

Events

Anime Expo 2015 Impressions

Anime Expo’s twenty-fourth year has once again shattered attendance records, and raised the bar for Los Angeles’ most popular anime convention. Last year’s convention saw a huge increase in attendance...

Jul.24

Ayako Kawasumi Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

Interview

Ayako Kawasumi Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

At this year's Anime Expo, Aniplex hosted a Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] special event.  A lot of guests from the series were invited and the prolific Ayako Kawasumi who...

Jul.21

Site

Website Relaunch, Upgrades, and Content Delays

Over the past few months, some of our readers may have noticed delays and the decrease in the number of articles and updates. The-O Network’s website has been around for almost...

Jul.20

Itaru Hinoue Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

Interview

Itaru Hinoue Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

During Anime Expo 2015, The-O Network had a chance to interview VisualArts/Key illustrator/character designer Itaru Hinoue whose extensive portfolio includes AIR, Rewrite and more recently her own project Holy Breaker...

Jul.17

Yumiri Hanamori Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

Interview

Yumiri Hanamori Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

Along with Tomoyo Kurosawa, PONY CANYON brought up-and-coming high school voice actress Yumiri Hanamori to Anime Expo 2015. Known particularly for her roles as Sachiko Umemoto in Ace of the Diamond...

Jul.13

Tomoyo Kurosawa Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

Interview

Tomoyo Kurosawa Interview @ Anime Expo 2015

As part of the upcoming tide of talent in Japanese voice acting, Tomoyo Kurosawa has played roles including Natsuki Koyama in Welcome to THE SPACE SHOW as well as Otome...

Jul.13

Events

Wagakki Band Concert Impressions @ Anime Expo 2015

For July 4th Club Nokia plays host to both Wagakki Band and their opening act in the form of the Vocaloid IA.  This happens to be the first stateside show...

Jun.29

Gaming News

Muv-Luv Kickstarter to Launch in 2015

With the success of visual novel games rising in the West, a collaboration between Degica Co., Ltd. and ixtl will be bringing one of the most acclaimed visual novels, Muv-Luv...

Jun.29

Music

Special Momoiro Clover Z Event To Be Held @ Anime Expo 2015 on Day 0!

In preparation for their upcoming concert at Anime Expo 2015, there will be a special Momoiro Clover Z event at the JW Marriott/Platinum Ballroom on Day 0, Wednesday July 1...

Jun.08

Events

FanimeCon 2015 Impressions

As the premiere anime convention in the San Francisco Bay Area, our expectations for FanimeCon 2015 were raised after their numerous improvements from last year over 2013. We were hoping...

Jun.05

SCANDAL USA 2015 Tour Impressions

Music

SCANDAL USA 2015 Tour Impressions

Having just concluded their 2015 Hello World Tour in Hong Kong, Scandal had made three stops in the USA to give their international fans a glimpse into their powerful concerts...

Jun.03

Anime News

Little Witch Academia 2 to Debut at Anime Expo 2015!

Following the success of Little Witch Academia 1, Little Witch Academia was founded successfully through Studio TRIGGER's Kickstarter program; which we're proud to support. Although it was a bit quiet...

May.22

Convention News

Aza and Hori to Attend Anime Expo 2015

For their seventh anniversary, The-O Network is proud to announce that they will be collaborating with the South Korean cosplay design firm 2AO Design to bring the amazing cosplay talents...

May.14

Music

LiSA Concert Impressions @ Anime Boston

As I'm sure that you're already familiar with this artist from seeing all the concert coverage reports we have produced, LiSA is no stranger to being under the spotlight and...

May.11

SCANDAL 2015 Singapore Concert Photos

Music

SCANDAL 2015 Singapore Concert Photos

For those that are into the J-Rock and Anime scene, chances are you probably came across the internationally well-known all girls band Scandal’s music.  The band is currently on their...

May.06

Giveaway - Autographed Under the Dog Posters (ENDED)

Contests

Giveaway - Autographed Under the Dog Posters (ENDED)

While our interview with Under the Dog's original story writer Jiro Ishii and producer Koji Morimoto may not answer all your questions, the production team would love to hear your...

May.05

Under the Dog (UTD) Panel Recording @ Sakura-Con 2015

Events

Under the Dog (UTD) Panel Recording @ Sakura-Con 2015

During their panel at Sakura-Con 2015, Under the Dog (UTD)'s Jiro Ishii and Koji Morimoto sat down in a room full of backers to give their supporters the latest updates...

Apr.28

Under the Dog (UTD) Interview @ Sakura-Con 2015

Interview

Under the Dog (UTD) Interview @ Sakura-Con 2015

Before their panel, Jiro Ishii (writer) and Koji Morimoto (producer) of the Kickstarter funded animation project, Under the Dog sat down with us in a more relaxed setting at Sakura-Con...

Apr.24

Hiromi Kato Interview @ Sakura-Con 2015

Interview

Hiromi Kato Interview @ Sakura-Con 2015

While in attendance at Sakura-Con 2015, we here at The-O Network had the privilege to interview long-time animation director and character designer Hiromi Kato (Digimon: The Movie (U.S.), Death Note...

Apr.22

GARNiDELiA Interview & Gameshow @ Sakura-Con 2015

Interview

GARNiDELiA Interview & Gameshow @ Sakura-Con 2015

Having their music featured in several recent hit anime series including Kill la Kill, The Irregular at Magic High School, and Gundam Reconguista in G, we sat down with GARNiDELiA's...

Apr.17

The GazettE’s first US tour to stop by San Francisco

Music

The GazettE’s first US tour to stop by San Francisco

The GazettE, first founded in 2002, is a visual kei rock band that has toured the globe but for some reason never found their way to the States. 2016 marks...

Apr.17

GARNiDELiA Concert Impressions @ Sakura-Con 2015

Events

GARNiDELiA Concert Impressions @ Sakura-Con 2015

What do you get when you combine a Vocaloid veteran with a model/designer/singer? The answer: GARNiDELiA.  Seattle's Sakura-Con 2015 played host to the duo as part of the event's 18th...

Apr.14

Events

Kanako Itou Concert Impressions @ Sakura-Con 2015

As a longtime fan of Nitro+ visual novels such as Steins;Gate, Demonbane and of course, Saya no Uta, Kanako Itou's second appearance in America was a concert that I knew...

Mar.30

Contests

Prinny Plushie and More Giveaway!

Packed away from the NIS America Press Event, we got you 2 sets to win this time. A round squishy Roly Prinny Plushie ready to serve!An adorable button set of Mion...

Mar.25

Anime News

T-ONO Announces Collaboration with Under the Dog (UTD)

With Sakura-Con soon approaching, we are pleased to announce that The-O Network will be participating in a special collaboration with Kinema Citrus, the creators, of the upcoming Under the Dog...

Mar.05

Sohei Niikawa Interview @ NIS Press Event 2015

Interview

Sohei Niikawa Interview @ NIS Press Event 2015

While in attendance at NIS America's 2015 Press Event in San Francisco, we had a chance to interview NIS America President Sohei Niikawa to follow up on our interview from...

Mar.05

LiSA Launcher (album) Review

Music Reviews

LiSA Launcher (album) Review

Fresh off the success of her 2014 Oricon charting singles, "Rising Hope," "Bright Flight/L.Miranic," and "Shirushi," JPOP artist LiSA is back with her fifth album titled Launcher. Released on March...

Feb.25

P19 Interview @ AOD 2015

Interview

P19 Interview @ AOD 2015

While in attendance at Anime on Display (AOD) 2015 in San Francisco, we had an exclusive opportunity to interview the up-and-coming Japanese illustrator P19. Known for her rich and colorful...

Feb.25

Gaming News

Clannad artist Itaru Hinoue’s Visual Novel, Holy Breaker, Being Released Next Week

Released in limited quantities at Comiket 87, Itaru Hinoue's (Clannad, Rewrite) newest visual novel Holy Breaker will be released in Japan next week by publisher Visual Arts. Involving a plot...

Feb.17

Gaming News

Ask Your Questions: NIS America Press Event 2015

It's almost that time again, NIS America, Inc.​ is hosting their annual Press Event this Thursday and we've got you covered with live tweets from the event, full press releases...

Feb.11

Misc. Conventions

Taiyou Con 2015 Impressions

  To be honest, when we first heard of a small anime convention in Mesa, Arizona would play host to America's first Persona concert, we were stunned in disbelief. It wasn't...

Jan.30

SCANDAL World Tour 2015 Tickets Now on Sale

Music Press Releases

SCANDAL World Tour 2015 Tickets Now on Sale

Featuring stops in Chicago, Los Angeles, Anaheim and Mexico, all-female Japanese band SCANDAL has announced that tickets for their 2015 North American tour are now on sale, along with a...

Jan.29

Gaming News

Dengeki Bunko: Fighting Climax Coming to PS3 and Vita This Summer

Earlier today, SEGA announced that anime/manga fighter Dengeki Bunko: Fighting Climax will be released this summer on the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita. Featuring characters including Asuna from Sword Art...

Jan.14

The Gold Saucer Returns! (Final Fantasy XIV)

Gaming News

The Gold Saucer Returns! (Final Fantasy XIV)

Final Fantasy fans rejoice! In the upcoming update to the MMO Final Fantasy XIV, Square-Enix has released a new patch trailer that features the Gold Saucer's triumph return as the...

Jan.08

Anime News

Attack on Titan Museum Photos and Report

The exhibit for Shingeki no Kyojin, also known as Attack on Titan, opened in Ueno Mori Museum on November 28, 2014. Based on the manga series, the museum displayed many scenes...

Dec.29

Koichi Noguchi (Expelled from Paradise) Interview

Interview

Koichi Noguchi (Expelled from Paradise) Interview

While attending the Los Angeles premiere of Gen Urobuchi's latest film Expelled from Paradise our staffer, Salvador Mateos, had a chance to sit down and talk to the film's producer...

Dec.24

Kouhaku 2014 Report

Event

Kouhaku 2014 Report

While this year's annual Kohaku (Kouhaku) Uta Gassen is just around the corner, we take a step back to look at last year's show when our very own Alysa McWilliams...

Dec.22

Expelled from Paradise (Movie) Review

Anime Reviews

Expelled from Paradise (Movie) Review

On December 13, 2014 Aniplex USA held the Los Angeles (LA) premiere of Expelled from Paradise (Rakuen Tsuiho) directed by Seiji Mizushima, written by Gen Urobuchi, and producer Koichi Noguchi...

Dec.19

Anime News

New Evangelion Video Short: "until You come to me."

With the winter holidays about to begin, Evangelion fans around the world are in for a treat. As part of the Japan Anima(tor)'s Exhibition, Studio Khara released an animated Evangelion...

Dec.16

Gaming News

Steins;Gate Announced PS3/PS Vita Western Release in 2015

Yesterday, UK-based video game publisher PQube announced their plans to release MAGES., 5pb. and Science Adventure Team's critically acclaimed visual novel Steins;Gate to the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita in...

Dec.03

Music

ANISONG WORLD TOUR to Invade Vegas January 16th and 17th

In conjunction with Otakon Vegas 2015, Japanese and anime music label Lantis Records recently announced that they will be bringing seven major artists to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino...

Dec.03

SCANDAL's Newest Album "HELLO WORLD" Now Available on iTunes and Amazon

Press Releases

SCANDAL's Newest Album "HELLO WORLD" Now Available on iTunes and Amazon

Earlier today, Japanese rock band SCANDAL's newest album Hello World, was released on iTunes and Amazon. Featuring their newest single "Image," which features a composition and lyrics by MAMI, Hello...

Dec.02

Perfume WORLD TOUR 3rd Los Angeles Impressions

Music

Perfume WORLD TOUR 3rd Los Angeles Impressions

By now you may have heard of the international hit sensation Perfume. Their music has been featured in Pixar's Cars 2 movie and they recently made a cameo appearance in...

Nov.21

Music

Luna Haruna Builds Gunpla on Display at the Gundam Expo

Luna Haruna is well known for her love of anime and manga culture. As a singer, her music has been featured in Fate/Zero and Sword Art Online. Luna tweeted photos...

Nov.20

SCANDAL "Image" Single Impressions

Music Reviews

SCANDAL "Image" Single Impressions

Internationally recognized Japanese rock band, Scandal, has just released their 20th single titled "Image" on November 19th, just in time to be included for their upcoming album Hello World to...

Nov.14

Anime News

UNIVERSAL COOL JAPAN to feature Evangelion, Attack on Titan, Biohazard and Monster Hunter

If you're a fan of games and anime, then Universal Studios Japan has a special treat for you! Well, that is assuming you're planning on booking a trip to Japan...

Nov.12

Music

New ClariS Member Karen Revealed in Lis Ani! Magazine

Earlier this week, the official Japanese website for the pop duo ClariS was updated with a character visual for the newest member Karen, illustrated by Otohiko Takano. As the replacement...

Nov.11

Gaming News

Sekai Project Reaches Goal for CLANNAD Kickstarter

Fueled by the passion of Key fans worldwide, English localization group, Sekai Project's recently released Kickstarter campaign for the translation of CLANNAD managed to reach its target stretch goal of...

Nov.04

Daigo Ikeno Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

Interview

Daigo Ikeno Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

During Japan Expo 2014, we had a chance to interview incumbent Street Fighter character designer, illustrator and art director Daigo Ikeno who has been working for the video game company...

Oct.26

Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2014 in Las Vegas Report

Events

Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2014 in Las Vegas Report

One of the most popular Japanese MMO held a festival for about 2000 fans in Las Vegas. Filled with jaw dropping cosplays, lots of sneak peeks for upcoming releases, and...

Oct.17

Fairy Fencer F (PS3) Review

Game Reviews

Fairy Fencer F (PS3) Review

Fairy Fencer F is the latest PlayStation 3 exclusive to come from Japanese developer Compile Heart. With franchises like Mugen Souls, Hyperdimension Neptunia, and Record of Agarest War it's no...

Oct.14

Event Reports

Gencon 2014 Impressions

Gencon was held again this year at the Indianapolis Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Known mainly as a tabletop-gaming convention, Gencon celebrated its 47th year of running this year...

Oct.03

Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works LA Screening Impressions

Event Reports

Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works LA Screening Impressions

On Sunday, I was one of the few lucky people in Los Angeles to attend the premier screening of Aniplex's Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works, which was sold out. The...

Sep.30

Shinji Aramaki Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

Interview

Shinji Aramaki Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

Shinji Aramaki is a pioneer in 3D Japanese animation. As a director, he brought cell shading to the movie screen with Appleseed in 2004 and followed up with a new...

Sep.23

Key/Sekai Project Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

Interview

Key/Sekai Project Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

For fans of Japanese visual novel-style games, the name Key evokes a lot of fond memories, magical storylines and endearing characters that often culminate into an cathartic bliss that I...

Sep.22

Gen Urobuchi Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

Interview

Gen Urobuchi Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2014

Also known as "Urobutcher," Gen Urobuchi has penned some of the most notorious anime scripts for series such as Fate/Zero and Puella Magi Madoka Magica. Famous for taking his audience...

Sep.18

Events

(VIDEO) Akira Yamaoka Silent Hill Concert @ Japan Expo USA 2014

Watch our full video of Akira Yamaoka along with The Silent Hill Band including Mary Elizabeth McGlynn rock out at the San Mateo Event Center during Japan Expo USA 2014...

Sep.15

Music

ANISONG World Tour to Feature a Las Vegas Pit Stop in 2015

As part of the Lantis Festival 2014 Tokyo Live, it was announced by Jam project member, Kageyama Hironobu that there will be an Overseas tour tour starting in Las Vegas...

Sep.15

Music

“Persona Concert” to be Held at Taiyou Con Next January

For fans of video game JRPG series Persona, Shoji Meguro's evocative compositions have always played a key role in accentuating the immersive environments found in the Shin Megami Tensei, Catherine...

Aug.31

Music

Yoshiki Concert Impressions @ Otakon 2014

Yoshiki is best known to the world as the founder of the Japan’s most successful and well known rock band that started the whole visual kei genre that many of...

Aug.25

Spiral Cats Full Interview @ Anime Expo 2014

Interview

Spiral Cats Full Interview @ Anime Expo 2014

Did you know Spiral Cat's Tasha and Doremi will be appearing in Korean drama on television? In one of our last feature with their visit to Anime Expo 2014, check out...

Aug.21

Photographer Sinme (Spiral Cats) Interview

Interview

Photographer Sinme (Spiral Cats) Interview

Spiral Cats is arguably one of the most recognizable and popular professional cosplay group. Hailing from Korea, they have made various appearances around the world including ones sponsored by Blizzard...

Aug.20

Music Press Releases

LiSA releases her 6th single, “BRiGHT FLiGHT / L. Miranic”

Earlier this year, J-pop starlet LiSA released her 5th single, "Rising Hope" which became the opening theme song to the hit anime series The Irregular at Magic High School and...

Aug.15

Anime News

Nanoha Returns to TV: Magical Girl Lyrical ViVid

After 6 years missing from TV and with numerous movie and manga adaptations, promotional fans handed out at this week's Comic Market 86 announced an anime adaptation of Magical Girl...

Aug.12

Event Reports

May'n SF Dots and Lines 10th Anniversary Tour Impressions

J-Pop Summit Festival 2014 took place on July 19-20. This was the sixth rendition of the event and by all accounts the biggest. Just a few weeks ago it seemed...

Aug.11

Macross Frontier Sketches Sells for $7.5K Each

Anime News

Macross Frontier Sketches Sells for $7.5K Each

Six years has passed since the original televised airing of Macross Frontier ended, and fans clearly have not forgotten. Over the weekend a pair of hand drawn gorgeous colored sketches...

Aug.06

Convention News

J-POP Summit 2014 Impressions

  Since the J-POP Summit first started 2009, local Bay Area residents have been treated to a special one-of-a-kind event celebrating Japanese fashion, anime, art and of course J-POP. From its...

Aug.01

Eir Aoi Interview at Anime Expo 2014

Interview

Eir Aoi Interview at Anime Expo 2014

Japanese singer Eir Aoi performed at Anime Expo, celebrating the hit original anime series, Kill la Kill. Apart from Kill la Kill, Aoi's music has been featured in other anime...

Jul.31

BABYMETAL at the Fonda Theater in Hollywood Impressions

Music

BABYMETAL at the Fonda Theater in Hollywood Impressions

My Sunday began at the San Diego Comic Con. By nightfall it ended at the feet of Babymetal. These idols turned metal princesses are some of the youngest that you...

Jul.29

Spiral Cats Kill la Kill Cosplay Interview

Interview

Spiral Cats Kill la Kill Cosplay Interview

Professional cosplayers Tasha and Doremi from Spiral Cats made their cosplay debut as Ryuuko Matoi, in navy, and Satsuki Kiryuuin, in white, from the hit anime series, Kill la Kill at Anime Expo...

Jul.29

Spiral Cats Kill la Kill Photoshoot

Featured

Spiral Cats Kill la Kill Photoshoot

Check out our full gallery of Spiral Cat's debut of their Kill la Kill cosplay photos shot by our talented photographers Eddie Lai, Brian Lee, and Roger Lee!

Jul.28

Events

Kill la Kill Concert and Impressions

On July 4, 2014 Anime Expo/Sony Entertainment/Aniplex hosted the Kill la Kill Event during Anime Expo 2014. The doors opened and fans began to enter at 2:00pm into Main Events...

Jul.26

YANAKIKU Interview @ J-POP Summit 2014

Interview

YANAKIKU Interview @ J-POP Summit 2014

Upcoming J-POP duo YANAKIKU recently had a chance to come to San Francisco during the J-POP Summit Festival 2014 as a musical Guest of Honor. Known for their hits, "Pakupaku...

Jul.24

Events

[VIDEO] Tomomi Itano Performances J-Pop Summit Festival 2014

Watch pop star and former AKB48 member Tomomi Itano's full performance in downtown San Francisco at the J-Pop Summit Festival! UPDATE: We've now updated the article with Tomomi Itano's performance from...

Jul.22

Convention News

Izumi Matsumoto to Attend Japan Expo USA 2nd Impact

Fans of old school manga and anime, take heed! Japan Expo USA has decided to kick it old school this year by inviting legendary mangaka Izumi Matsumoto as a Guest...

Jul.21

Man With A Mission Concert Impressions

Music

Man With A Mission Concert Impressions

Although wolves might be extinct in the wilderness of Japan, they continue to live on the stage in the music industry. On July 8, the Japanese band, Man With A...

Jul.21

Events

SmartDoll Release Interview w/ Danny Choo @ Anime Expo 2014

While we previewed the Smart Doll back in January at Mirai Inc., we caught up with the creator, Danny Choo at Anime Expo to talk to him a little about the...

Jul.19

Events

Spiral Cats Press Conference Anime Expo 2014

While press conferences can be serious at times, it can also be a place where guests can unwind a little and talk a little more personally. Watch our full video...

Jul.18

Events

SUSHIO, Kazuki Nakashima and Yousuke Toba Press Conference Anime Expo 2014

As part of Aniplex's Kill la Kill event, Studio Trigger production members SUSHIO (artist), Kazuki Nakashima (screenwriter) and Yousuke Toba (producer) came to Anime Expo 2014 to discuss the success...

Jul.17

Convention News

Reki Kawahara, abec, Kazuma Miki Press Conference Anime Expo 2014

Sword Art Online/Accel World creator Reki Kawahara returns to the United States, this time accompanied by Sword Art Online original character designer and illustrator abec, and editor/producer for Sword Art...

Jul.16

Luna Tsukigami Interview @ AX 2014

Interview

Luna Tsukigami Interview @ AX 2014

As the leader of the doujin group Lunatic Circle, Luna Tsukigami's beautiful moé-style artwork has appeared in numerous books and magazines in Japan. In 2007, the prolific artist released his...

Jul.15

Events

Kill la Kill Ami Koshimizu and Ryoka Yuzuki Press Conference Anime Expo 2014

  Fresh off of their recent appearance in the 2013 hit anime series, Kill la Kill, Japanese voice actresses Ami Koshimizu (Ryuuko) and Ryoka Yuzuki (Satsuki) sliced-and-diced their way into their...

Jul.11

Events

Masakazu Morita Press Conference Anime Expo 2014

  As a longtime and experienced voice actor, famous for powerful 'alpha' roles such as Tidus from Final Fantasy X and Ichigo Kurosaki from Bleach, Masakazu Morita graced his adoring fans...

Jul.11

Events

Keiji Inafune Press Conference Anime Expo 2014

Behind the closed doors of Anime Expo's press conference room, the legendary Keiji Inafune shared a few thoughts ranging from childhood influences to directorial duties for his short film for...

Jul.08

Press Releases

Tomomi Itano to Perform at J-POP Summit Festival 2014

Fresh off the release of her newest album SxWxAxG, former AKB48 pop-star, and current fashion-icon, will be showcasing her talents for the first time in America at the J-POP SUMMIT...

Jul.01

Convention News

Follow T-ONO for All Things Anime Expo 2014

Can't make it the Anime Expo 2014 or just want to enhance your con-going experience at North America's largest anime convention with the click of a button? Then be sure...

Jun.26

Servant x Service (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Servant x Service (DVD) Review

Have you ever thought what happened to your favorite anime characters after they graduated high school? Or just about what type of work they might have applied for if he...

Jun.25

Press Releases

2014 J-POP Summit Festival to Host “KAWAii!!”-themed Fashion and Music Event

Today, it was announced that the "KAWAii!!"-themed fashion shows, concerts and live performances will be returning for the annual San Francisco J-POP festival. Fans will have an opportunity to revel...

Jun.24

Perfume 3rd World Tour Includes USA!

Music

Perfume 3rd World Tour Includes USA!

After being excluded from the first two world tours, fans in America can finally rejoice as the hit electronica idol group Perfume will be performing in the United States on...

Jun.20

Anime News

TRIGGER to Debut Ninja Slayer Trailer at Anime Expo 2014

Studio Trigger, the company who brought us series such as KILL la KILL and Little Witch Academia, will be premiering the trailer for their next anime series, Ninja Slayers on...

Jun.19

Press Releases

Tokyo Girls Style to Crowdsource Documentary at 2014 J-POP Summit Concert in San Francisco

As one of the upcoming Guests of Honor at San Francisco's annual J-POP Summit at Japantown, the 5-member all-girl dance group Tokyo Girls Style will be performing and singing live...

Jun.18

Attack on Titan Part One (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Attack on Titan Part One (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Arguably one of the most popular manga and anime series currently out right now, Attack on Titan seems to have captured the world by storm. Featuring a deep story, engaging...

Jun.11

ELISA Interview Special @ Sakura-Con 2014

Interview

ELISA Interview Special @ Sakura-Con 2014

Making her debut appearance in the US at Sakura-Con 2014, the staffers at T-ONO had the privilege of working alongside the illustrious J-pop artist ELISA (The Irregular at Magic High...

Jun.08

Music

AKB48 Announces Results for 37th Single Senbatsu Election

Over the weekend, Japanese idol group AKB48 announced the vote count results for the AKB48 37th Single Senbatsu General Election at Ajinomoto Stadium. For this election, the top 80 girls...

Jun.03

Events

FanimeCon 2014 Speed Dating Impressions

FanimeCon 2014 is now in the books and while there will be much rejoicing over the most welcome absence of an infamously long registration line, it must also be noted...

Jun.03

FanimeCon

FanimeCon 2014 Impressions

As a convention that prides itself on being for the fans of mixed media forms of entertainment, but particularly anime and manga, FanimeCon is the premier destination for many people...

May.30

The Witch and the Hundred Knight (PS3) Review

Game Reviews

The Witch and the Hundred Knight (PS3) Review

The quirky game studio Nippon Ichi is back again with their latest title The Witch and the Hundred Knight but this time with an action game instead of the usual...

May.27

Anime News

Aniplex Updates: Gurren Lagann, Madoka Magica, Anohana movies, Silver Spoon DVD Release July 15th

Over the weekend, Aniplex of America released a slew of detailed updates for their upcoming releases of the Gurren Lagann, Madoka Magica and Anohana movies on DVD/Blu-ray, along with Silver...

May.22

Anime News

Aniplex of America Announces Streaming Details for Sword Art Online II

Set to debut at Anime Expo 2014, along with an appearance by writer Reki Kawahara and illustrator abec, Aniplex of America has confirmed its global simulcast details for their upcoming...

May.19

Anime News

Anime Central 2014 Industry Announcements

Anime Central 2014 was packed full of anime announcements as usual from companies such as FUNimation and Aniplex. The T-ONO staff has compiled a list of all the new acquisitions...

May.17

Steins;Gate (PC) Visual Novel Review

Visual Novel

Steins;Gate (PC) Visual Novel Review

Let me start off this review by being honest. When the Steins;Gate anime was originally simulcasted back in 2011 I decided to drop the series, despite being thoroughly entertained, as...

May.14

Gaming News

Sekai Project Working on English Localization of Visual Novel Fault Milestone One

Fresh off of their release of the titles Narcissu 1st & 2nd and World End Economica on the Steam distribution platform, English localization group has announced that they are working...

May.13

Event

Impressions: "Yoshiki Classical World Tour" in San Francisco

A night at the opera...er, not really. This night was one where the world famous Japanese composer and songwriter Yoshiki performed at the Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco as...

May.12

Convention News

Anime Expo 2014 to Host Special Kill la Kill Event and Concert

Earlier today, Aniplex of America and Sony Music Entertainment announced that they will be hosting a special Kill la Kill event at Anime Expo 2014 in Los Angeles on Friday...

May.08

Attack on Titan Interview

Interview

Attack on Titan Interview

With its excellent dystopian storyline, Wilt Studio's anime adaptation of Hajime Isayama's Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin) is currently one of the most popular anime series out there. Sakura-Con...

May.07

Music

LiSA’s latest single “Rising Hope” Surfaces on iTunes Worldwide

  After reaching #2 on the Oricon music charts in Japan with "LANDSCAPE," J-pop artist LiSA's newest single "Rising Hope" has finally arrived on iTunes worldwide. Her fifth single, the title...

Apr.30

Anime News

NIS America to Release Cardcaptor Sakura on Blu-ray and DVD this August

Today it was announced that North American video game and anime publisher NIS America will be releasing Clamp's classic anime series Cardcaptor Sakura in a Blu-ray Premium Edition and DVD...

Apr.25

Events

Sakura-Con 2014 Opening Ceremonies Video

As with most conventions, Sakura-Con 2014's Opening Ceremonies was met with tons of fanfare as thousands of fans got to meet and welcome their favorite stars from Japan and America...

Apr.22

Gaming News

Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment Coming to Be Released Digitally in English This Summer

Earlier today at their Global Games Day event, Bandai Namco Games America announced that Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment will be released in North America and Europe this summer in...

Apr.19

Events

Follow T-ONO For the Latest from Sakura-Con 2014

Organized once a year by the Asia Northwest Education Association (ANCEA), Sakura-Con 2014 is currently in full swing this weekend (April 18- 20) at the Washington State Convention and Trade...

Apr.18

Event Reports

Yoshiki's Classical World Tour Coming to Los Angeles and San Francisco this Month

Notorious for his talents as a songwriter, drummer and pianist, Part 1 of Yoshiki's 2014 world tour is starting later this month and will include ten different countries: US, Mexico...

Apr.07

Anime News

Aniplex USA Set to Release Shin Megami Tensei: Persona3 The Movie# 1 Spring of Birth May 20th

Over the weekend Aniplex USA announced that they will be releasing the first film in the Persona3 film trilogy, Spring of Birth, on Blu-ray later this year on May 20th. Based...

Apr.02

Music

ClariS' tenth single "STEP" cover announced!

The new cover jacket for ClariS’ tenth single has been revealed. Their new single STEP will be released on April 16th (JST).

Apr.01

Contests

Ask ELISA Contest

ELISA will make her first Stateside appearance in just a couple of weeks in Seattle at Sakura-Con. ELISA's music has been featured in various anime titles including Toaru Kagaku no...

Mar.31

Gaming News

Google and Nintendo Team-Up for Pokémon-Related April Fools Joke

Whether you've managed to catch all 649 Pokémon to date or are just beginning to walk your very first steps out of Kanto, Google's latest April Fools joke will have...

Mar.30

Music

"Rising Hope" Single Cover Released!

LiSA’s Rising Hope will be released on May 7, 2013 (JST). With five weeks left until her new single release, the cover for the single Rising Hope has been released...

Mar.28

Kore wa Zombie Desu Ka? (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Kore wa Zombie Desu Ka? (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Ever wonder what would happen if you were to give an undead zombie magical girl powers? Then wonder no more. Serving as the whimsical premise behind FUNimation's and Studio Deen's...

Mar.25

Final Fantasy X/X-2 Live Painting and Auction

Gaming News

Final Fantasy X/X-2 Live Painting and Auction

Art Director Yusuke Naora and Producer Yoshinori Kitase were present at the opening of THE ART OF FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 charity exhibition held at Gallery Nucleus in Alhambra, California on...

Mar.24

Gaming News

Taiwanese Version of Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment to Include English Subtitles

Importers take notice! According to a post from Namco Bandai Games Taiwan over the weekend, the upcoming PlayStation Vita title Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment will have Japanese voiceovers and...

Mar.21

Review: Japanese Folktales Series 4 through 6 Now Available on iTunes Stores Worldwide

Book and Manga Reviews

Review: Japanese Folktales Series 4 through 6 Now Available on iTunes Stores Worldwide

Released and translated by acttill, the Japanese Folktales Series 4 through 6: "The Listening Hood," "Princess Hachikazuki," and "the Mouse Wedding" have been released on iTunes for both iPad and...

Mar.18

Music

ELISA's new "Millenario" single to be released first in USA!

Just in time for ELISA's appearance in Seattle at Sakura-Con next month, new information about ELISA’s single Millenario has been released. Millenario is set to be released on April 30, 2014 in...

Mar.17

Anime News

Kanon Scenarioist Hisaya and MM's QP:flapper to Collaborate on Upcoming "Sora no Method" Anime

With an upcoming preview set for Bandai Namco's booth at the upcoming AnimeJapan 2014 trade show, a teaser site for the upcoming original TV anime Sora no Method was revealed...

Mar.16

Anime News

New "Durarara!!" anime announced!

On March 16, an announcement has been made during Dengeki Bunko Spring Festival 2014 that a new anime series of Durarara!! will be in production.

Mar.15

Aza (Miyuko) Interview

Interview

Aza (Miyuko) Interview

The popularity of cosplay has grown to the point of turning everyday folks into cosplay idols and celebrities. On November 29, 2013 during a fan meet in Thailand, we were...

Mar.13

Anime News

Studio Trigger Adapting Kota Nozomi’s Inou-Battle in the Usually Daze as Next Project

With their highly successful animated series Kill la Kill rapidly approaching its inevitable conclusion, it was announced on the wraparound jacket of Kota Nozomi's Inō-Battle wa Nichijō-kei no Naka de...

Mar.10

Gaming News

Aksys Games’s 999: Zero Escape, Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors Escaping to iOS this March

The prequel to the award-winning 2012 mystery adventure title Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward, Aksys Games announced that they will be releasing Chunsoft's 999: Zero Escape, Nine Hours, Nine Persons...

Mar.06

Yoshinori Terasawa Interview (Dangan Ronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc)

Interview

Yoshinori Terasawa Interview (Dangan Ronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc)

Yoshinori Terasawa is the producer for NIS America's recently released critically-acclaimed mystery adventure title Dangan Ronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc. The sequel to the PlayStation Vita exclusive was announced last month...

Mar.05

Gaming News

XSEED Localizing Akiba’s Trip 2 on PlayStation 3 and PS Vita This Summer

North American video game publisher XSEED Games has announced that they will be bringing Acquire's adventure game Akiba's Trip 2 to the PlayStation 3 and PS Vita as Akiba's Trip:...

Feb.25

Gaming News

Atlus USA Announces Four New Persona Games for 2014/2015

In a rather non-surprising move for Persona fans, Atlus USA has announced two new Persona games for release later this year: Persona Q (3DS) and Persona 4 Arena Ultimax (PS3/Xbox...

Feb.20

Gaming News

Watch JASTUSA's Official English Trailer for Upcoming Visual Novel Steins;Gate

Last week, English visual novel novel publisher JASTUSA posted an official trailer for their much-anticipated release of nitroplus' visual novel Steins;Gate. In addition to the trailer, it was announced that...

Feb.19

Gaming News

New Demon Gaze Screenshots Reveals NPC Characters

NIS America has released a new batch of screenshots for their upcoming dungeon-crawling RPG Demon Gaze, which will be released on the PlayStation Vita on April 22 in North America...

Feb.18

Figure News

Smart Doll: Hands On Preview

The ball jointed doll (BJD) community received some rather interesting attention last year with the announcement of the Smart Doll, a robotic doll that would interact with your phone. Originally...

Feb.14

Shining Series Gets Its Fighting Game On

Gaming News

Shining Series Gets Its Fighting Game On

So you have played inserts from Sega's tactical role-playing series Shining. But have you ever considered duking it out in a 2D fighting environment with some of your favorite characters...

Feb.14

Gaming News

NIS America Announces Four New Titles: Battle Princess of Arcadias, Disgaea®4: A Promise Revisited, Danganronpa™ 2: Goodbye Despair and Fairy Fencer F™

Amongst great food and even better company in San Francisco last night, English video game publisher NIS America announced four titles last night: Battle Princess of Arcadias (PS3 – PSN...

Feb.13

Gaming News

(LIVE Updates) NIS America Press Event 2014

Tonight is the night for NIS America to reveal what's in store for the US and European markets. Stay tuned to our twitter page for live update! twitter.com/tononet

Feb.12

Good Smile Company Announces Pre-orders for New Figures Including Hatsune Miku

Figure News

Good Smile Company Announces Pre-orders for New Figures Including Hatsune Miku

Good Smile Company has announced that they are now taking pre-orders at their online shop for new figures including fan-favorite Vocaloid Hatsune Miku, Armin Arlert from Attack on Titan and...

Feb.11

Gaming News

Aksys Games Set to Release XBlaze Code: Embryo in English this Summer

Originally leaked by Amazon.com this morning, video game publisher Aksys Games has confirmed that the company will be releasing the BlazBlue-based visual novel XBlaze Code: Embryo on the PlayStation 3...

Feb.11

Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc (PS Vita) Review

Game Reviews

Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc (PS Vita) Review

Ah high school! A time that seems to incite mixed feelings for those who have gotten past it and for those who are about to enter it. For those about...

Feb.09

Events

Sac Anime Winter 2014

Sac Anime has grown to be a formidable event for convention goers here in the capital city of California. With its gradual transition to the convention center as a mean...

Feb.08

Contests

Contest - Autographed KANAME☆ Photos

Win 1 of 3 autographed photos of one of the world's top male cosplayer from Japan, KANAME☆. Don't forget to check out our awesome interview with KANAME☆ himself! To enter, all you have to...

Feb.05

Misc. Conventions

Anime Los Angeles 2014 (ALA) General Experience

I attended Anime Los Angeles 10 (ALA) Jan 10-12, 2014 for the first time, so I didn't know what to expect. As someone who has attended other anime and science-fiction...

Feb.04

Music Press Releases

Rihwa's New Single "Haru Kaze" Selected as Opening for J-drama Boku no Ita Jikan

Known for her contributions to the anime film Tiger and Bunny: The Beginning and her collaboration with Western singer Michelle Branch for "Good Love," it was announced earlier today that...

Feb.04

Gaming News

Love Live! School Idol Festival App to Get English Smartphone Release

Released on iOS and Android in Japan last year, Bushiroad's and Klab's hit video game app based off of Sunrise's Long Live! School Idol Project anime will be released in...

Feb.03

Gaming News

Aksys Games Releases visual Novel Kamaitachi no Yoru on iOS as “Banshee’s Last Cry”

As part of the company's latest efforts to localize video game maker Chunsoft's (999/Virtue's Last Reward) extensive visual novel library, Aksys games has released the company's mystery-adventure title Kamaitachi no...

Jan.31

Gaming News

More Angel Beats! CGs Released for Upcoming KEY Title

Following up with my last post in regards to the upcoming Angel Beats! visual novel from KEY, Dengeki Online has unveiled a brand-new set of previously never-before-seen CGs for the...

Jan.28

Anime News

Bandai Namco’s Wonder Momo Returns with a new PC Game and Anime

After teasing a possible return of Wonder Momo earlier this month, Bandai Namco has finally revealed their plans for an upcoming PC and Android game by WayForward (Duck Tales: Remastered)...

Jan.27

Anime News

Steins;Gate’s Sato and anohana’s Okada to Work on J.C. Staff’s Series“selector infected WIXOSS” this April

On Monday, a new website for the anime project selector infected WIXOSS was opened to reveal a brand-new project from Takuya Satō (Steins;Gate, Armitage III, Strawberry Marshmallow), who will be...

Jan.27

Anime News

Rupert Sanders recruited for Ghost in the Shell live-action

Rupert Sanders, director of Snow White and the Huntsman, has been chosen to direct the live-action adaptation of Ghost in the Shell. This project drifted around for sometime now since DreamWorks...

Jan.24

Gaming News

Bandai Namco releases free copy of Tales of Phantasia on iOS

Not satisfied with a mere name change, Bandai Namco (formerly known as Namco Bandai) has stealth released the Super Nintendo/PlayStation One classic Tales of Phantasia on the iOS App Store...

Jan.22

Anime News

Studio Mad House to Animate Marvel’s Avengers Confidential: Black Widow and Punisher

After a successful collaboration with Marvel in Iron Man: Rise of Technovore, Marvel and anime production studio Mad House are once again combining forces on an original straight-to-video feature film...

Jan.21

Music

LiSA 2014 Budokan Concert Report

Japanese popstar LiSA held her very first concert at the prestigious Nippon Budokan arena on January 3, 2014. For many artists, performing at Budokan is an honor and a life...

Jan.21

KANAME☆ (Cosplayer) Interview

Interview

KANAME☆ (Cosplayer) Interview

Probably one of the most well known male cosplayer in the world, we caught up with KANAME☆ in Thailand for his fan event on November 23, 2013. Hear Kaname's thoughts on topics...

Jan.20

Gaming News

Monster Monpiece to Land on PS Vita Systems in Spring 2014

According to the media site IGN, Idea Factory International has confirmed that they will be bringing Compile Heart's card battle title Monster Monpiece to North America and Europe in Spring...

Jan.19

Music

Sekai Project’s 2013 Moe Headphones Doujin Book Surpasses Expectations on Kickstarter

Illustrated by Lunatic Joker, a circle (group) name for Tsukigami Luna (pen name), Sekai Project has launched a Kickstarter campaign to translate a 52-page softcover book featuring six designer headphones...

Jan.17

Music

ClariS 1st Live Report

On January 5, 2014, Japanese hit duo sensation ClariS held their first live event titled 2014 New Year's Festival Hajimari no Yokan at Zepp Tokyo. Tickets were sold on a...

Jan.16

Gaming News

English Release of Steins;Gate Delayed Until March 28th

According to an online post from Japanese merchandise retailer RightStuf, the much-anticipated release of Nitro+'s award-winning visual novel Steins;Gate has been delayed by one month without any explanation for the...

Jan.16

Gaming News

Isuna Hasekura’s World End Economica Now on Steam Greenlight

Fresh off a highly successful campaign in which they managed to green light stage-nana’s visual novel Narcissu 1 & 2 on the video game distribution network Steam, Sekai Project has...

Jan.14

Gaming News

Xenogears "Perfect Works" to be Reprinted in Japan

If you're like me and enjoyed the heck out of the Squaresoft's science-fiction masterpiece Xenogears as a kid, then you'll be glad to hear this recent bit of news: Xenogears...

Jan.12

Guilty Crown (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Guilty Crown (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Originally aired on the famed Noitamina timeslot, Guilty Crown was easily considered to be one of the most hyped anime series in the Fall 2011 season. An action/adventure series set...

Jan.03

Music

LiSA attending Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei on April 2014

During LiSA's solo live show at Nippon Budokan, it was announced she will be singing the opening theme song for Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei (魔法科高校の劣等生, The Irregular at Magic High School)...

Jan.02

Music Press Releases

May'n's 10th Anniversary Album "New World" to be Released January 29th

Japanese pop singer May'n has finally revealed the title and cover jacket to her much anticipated fourth album, New World, which will be released later this month on January 29th...

Dec.31

Anime News

Sword Art Online II set to activate in 2014

A new season of Sword Art Online will be aired on 2014! It was announced right after the Sword Art Online: Extra Edition special episode. Its official website reveals the...

Dec.26

Gaming News

CG Preview for Upcoming Angel Beats! Visual Novel Released

As a present to KEY fans worldwide, the company has released its first batch of sample preview CGs for the upcoming Angel Beats! visual novel release on the game's official...

Dec.25

Anime News

Tokyo Adventure Blog!

Our next project, follow Kevin and Theo video adventure from start to finish as they kick off the new year in Tokyo! Whether you are a seasoned traveler, or new to...

Dec.18

Anime News

Sword Art Online: Extra Edition CM released!

Sword Art Online: Extra Edition TV-CM have been released today! This New Years’ special episode will air in Japan on December 31, 2013 at 10PM (JST). There will also be...

Dec.17

Music

ClariS sings "CLICK" for Nisekoi opening theme!

ClariS’s new song“CLICK” will be the opening theme song for Weekly Shonen Jump’s Nisekoi (ニセコイ, tr. “Fake Love”) anime adaptation. Nisekoi is scheduled to be aired starting on January 11, 2014...

Dec.12

Wolf Children (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Wolf Children (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

For fans of the Twilight Saga, Mamoru Hosoda's exploration into the world of lycanthropy in Wolf Children may be the movie to grant your wish of seeing what would have...

Dec.09

Music

Dance Music Project "VIVID" Unveiled for MV "LOVE2MOVE"

Fresh into the Tokyo music scene comes "VIVID," a brand-new female dance group whose members include models Arisa Ueno, Natsumi Saito and Kurumi Nakata. They recently made their worldwide debut...

Dec.05

Gaming News

Watch NIS America's New English Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc Trailer!

NIS America has released the first English trailer for their upcoming PlayStation Vita adventure title, Danganronpa™: Trigger Happy Havoc! The game will be released in North America on February 11...

Dec.02

Eir Aoi's newest singles “sirius-EP” and “Sanbika” now available on iTunes and Amazon

Music Press Releases

Eir Aoi's newest singles “sirius-EP” and “Sanbika” now available on iTunes and Amazon

Fans of the currently airing Studio TRIGGER animation Kill la Kill will be glad to know that the hit opening theme song, "sirius" and soundtrack "Sanbika" were both recently released...

Nov.21

Music

Monogatari Second Season performed by Luna Haruna & Marina Kawano

For Monogatari Second Season's upcoming Koimonogatari arc, the new theme song will be sung not only by one artist, but TWO! Luna Haruna and Marina Kawano will be singing their...

Nov.21

Gaming News

Lightning Returns Offers Original Japanese Audio DLC

After years of fans clamoring for the original Japanese voices to be included in their games, Square-Enix announces Lighting Returns will offer it as a DLC. The DLC will be...

Nov.13

Music

Login into Sword Art Online again with Eir Aoi!

Eir Aoi has been chosen to sing the theme song for the year-end special Sword Art Online Extra Edition, which will air on December 31, 2013. Her new song “Niji...

Nov.11

Press Releases

Little Witch Academia Collector's Edition Now Available

For those of us who haven't forgotten that believing in our hearts is magic, Studio TRIGGER's announcement that the highly coveted Collector's Edition of Little Witch Academia is now available...

Nov.07

Press Releases

May'n new single Kyou ni Koiiro chosen for TV anime Inari, Konkon, Koi Iroha

May'n's latest single "Kyou ni Kojiro" to be released January 29, 2014. The song will be used in the anime adaptation of Morohe Yoshida's  Inari, Konkon, Koi Iroha. Full details and...

Oct.30

Music

LiSA’s Second Album “LANDSCAPE” Paints its Way to iTunes

Currently known for her opening theme "träumerei" from the 2013 anime Day Break Illusion, J-POP singer LiSA's second album, Landscape is now available in over forty countries on iTunes; including...

Oct.25

Press Releases

NIS America Announces Hyperdimension Neptunia PP for the PS Vita

Ever wonder what would happen if you were to dress your favorite video game console in a dress and ask them to sing pop music? Well, then NIS America's newest...

Oct.16

Music

ClariS' upcoming FIRST event!

On January 2014, ClariS will have their first IN PERSON  event "2014 New Year's Festival ~ Feelings of a Beginning…" [2014 New Year's Festival 始まりの予感…]. The event will take place...

Oct.13

Anime News

Theatrical Release of 3rd Madoka Magica Film in U.S. and Canada Announced

Madoka Magica fans in North America, embrace yourself. Aniplex of America recently dropped the word that the third and final Madoka Magica film (Gekijō-ban Mahō Shōjo Madoka Magica Shinpen: Hangyaku...

Oct.09

Gaming News

The Opening Ceremony of Getsuei Academy -kou-!

Arc System Works and voice actor Tomokazu Sugita has released Getsuei Academy -kou- [月英学園 -kou-, Getsuei Gakuen -kou-] on the PlayStation Vita on Octor 10, 2013 (JST). Tomokazu Sugita and Hajike...

Oct.08

Dempagumi.inc Interview @ JX USA 2013

Interview

Dempagumi.inc Interview @ JX USA 2013

Fresh off the release of their latest single, "W.W.D. II" on iTunes, we were privileged to have an opportunity to interview the up-and-coming Japanese pop group Dempagumi.inc while at Japan...

Oct.02

Killer is Dead (PS3/XB360) Review

Game Reviews

Killer is Dead (PS3/XB360) Review

From the creator of such games as the surreal headtrip in Killer7, otaku turned hitman in No More Heroes and the cheerful cheerleader toting a chainsaw in Lollipop Chainsaw, Goichi...

Oct.01

Noizi Ito Interview (The Guided Fate Paradox)

Interview

Noizi Ito Interview (The Guided Fate Paradox)

Noizi Ito is a popular illustrator and character designer. Probably best known for designing the characters in The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya and Shakugan no Shana, we were lucky in 2010 to...

Oct.01

Press Releases

IDEA FACTORY INTERNATIONAL, INC. OPENS US OFFICE

Japanese video game developer Idea Factory Co., Ltd., (Hyperdimension Neptunia, Record of Agarest War and the otome visual novel title Hakuoki) announced today the establishment of its new Western branch...

Sep.26

Technology

The Future is Here! Nissan's Robotic for a field test

Nissan has now received Japan's first license plate for its Nissan Leaf, equipped with its autonomous car technology called the Advanced Driver Assist. The new autonomous vehicle will be driving...

Sep.24

Kazuchika Kise Interview @ AX 2013

Interview

Kazuchika Kise Interview @ AX 2013

At this year's Anime Expo, we got to speak briefly with Kazuchika Kise about his directorial debut with Ghost in the Shell: Arise. Mr. Kise has worked on a number...

Sep.23

Gaming News

Dengeki Bunko Fighting Climax announced!

Dengeki Bunko (the publisher of several well-known light novels such as ToraDora!, Sword Art Online, and Toaru series) and Sega announced their new crossover game, Dengeki Bunko Fighting Climax, during...

Sep.22

Anime News

Space Dandy Trailer, Art, and Stills from Japan Expo USA

While there was clearly an industry presence at Japan Expo USA, we were surprised to find Studio Bones there with a booth as a part of Bandai Visual. Masahiko Minami...

Sep.19

Yoshiyuki Sadamoto (貞本 義行) Interview  @ JX USA 2013

Interview

Yoshiyuki Sadamoto (貞本 義行) Interview @ JX USA 2013

Last month's Japan Expo USA was the organization's first time hosting an anime convention in the United States, and it was a resounding success! With their high-profile list of Guests...

Sep.15

Pandora Hearts (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Pandora Hearts (DVD) Review

Pandora Hearts is an anime set in an alternate European world and is a series that spans nearly a century of history. The anime's premise centers itself around a horrific...

Sep.14

Anime News

Studio TRIGGER's KILL la KILL Promo Video

Studio TRIGGER has released a new awesome trailer for their upcoming anime series, KILL la KILL on Youtube. The new series will compromise primarily by many of the same staff...

Sep.09

Yusuke Kozaki Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2013

Interview

Yusuke Kozaki Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2013

One of the first exciting guest announced for Japan Expo was character designer and mangaka Yusuke Kozaki who also goes under the pen name of KYMG. Like most American fans...

Sep.07

Tatsuro Iwamoto Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2013

Interview

Tatsuro Iwamoto Interview @ Japan Expo USA 2013

Hosting its inaugural anime convention in the United States, Japan Expo USA treated its convention attendees to a number of high-profile Guests of Honor ranging from the video game industry...

Sep.06

Noriyuki Iwadare Interview @ Japan Expo USA

Interview

Noriyuki Iwadare Interview @ Japan Expo USA

Hosting its inaugural anime convention in the United States, Japan Expo USA treated its convention attendees to a number of high-profile Guests of Honor ranging from the video game industry...

Sep.04

Convention News

Noriyuki Iwadare – A Live Performance at Japan Expo USA

Japan Expo, a festival showcasing Japanese culture that annually takes place in Paris, France, recently made its debut in the United States. Known as Japan Expo USA, it was held...

Sep.04

Events

(Video) Phoenix Wright Q&A Panel [Iwadare & Iwamoto] JX USA 2013

We've got the entire Q&A panel for famed video game composer Noriyuki Iawadare and artist Tatsuro Iwamoto's full Q&A panel from Japan Expo 2013! Both men has worked together on the...

Sep.03

Convention News

Japan Expo USA 2013 Coverage Updates!

Sorry folks for the lack of updates, we ran into some issues last week; including some major hardware meltdown! We've got that all sorted out now and all of us...

Aug.30

Makoto Shinkai Interview @ AX 2013

Interview

Makoto Shinkai Interview @ AX 2013

While at Anime Expo 2013, our incumbent editor-in-chief, Theodore Mak, got the privilege of interviewing renown anime director Makoto Shinkai to ask him a few words about his latest film...

Aug.27

Events

Gen Con Indy 2013 Impressions

Despite living in Indiana all my life, I had never really thought about attending Gen Con Indy until about two years ago in 2010. Only then did I realize how...

Aug.22

Starmarie Interview @ AX 2013

Interview

Starmarie Interview @ AX 2013

While at Anime Expo 2013, we got a chance to interview unique J-Pop artists STARMARIE whose group features three members Shino Takamori, Nozomi Kishita and Shiori Aoki. Known mostly for...

Aug.21

Gaming News

PlayStation 4 Launches in November

Some people expected a late December launch. To those, including myself, we were wrong - that is, wrong in the right way. Mark your calendar, folks, because Sony's next gaming...

Aug.21

Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2013 to be Broadcast in Los Angeles and New York on August 31st

Music

Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2013 to be Broadcast in Los Angeles and New York on August 31st

To celebrate the virtual diva's 6th birthday, Live Viewing Japan will be bringing a special theatrical broadcast of Hatsune Miku MAGICAL MIRAI 2013 to Los Angeles and New York City...

Aug.20

Convention News

Japan Expo USA 2013 Autograph Rules Key Points

Japan Expo USA is just around the corner and the organizers have just released an update to their autograph policy. Japan Expo also has an exciting lineup of guests that...

Aug.20

Convention News

Japan Expo USA PreCon Preview

As a longtime established brand amongst the international anime scene, Japan Expo is bringing their history of success to the United States for the first time this upcoming weekend (August...

Aug.13

Porno Graffitti (ポルノグラフィティ) Interview @ Anime Expo 2013

Interview

Porno Graffitti (ポルノグラフィティ) Interview @ Anime Expo 2013

Watch our video as T-ONO's very own AJ sits down and interviews the legendary rock dual sensation, Porno Graffitti at Anime Expo in Los Angeles! Porno Graffitti has composed music...

Aug.12

Press Releases

Aniplex of America Announces Kill la Kill Acquisition at Otakon

Over the weekend, Aniplex of America announced that they have acquired the licensing rights to studio TRIGGER's upcoming original anime series Kill la Kill. The series reunites the creative minds...

Aug.12

Anime News

Studio TRIGGER Responds to Little Witch Academia 2 Kickstarter Success

Over the weekend in response to the overwhelming success of the Little Witch Academia 2 Kickstarter campaign, the president of Animation Studio TRIGGER, Masahiko Otsuka was overjoyed by the support...

Aug.07

Anime News

Pre-Order the Collector's Edition of Little Witch Academia Starting August 13

Studio TRIGGER, fresh on the heels of their uber magical Kickstarter Little Witch Academia 2 campaign, has announced, in collaboration with acttil, they will begin taking pre-orders for the Collector's...

Aug.05

Review: Blik-0 1946 (e-Book)

Book and Manga Reviews

Review: Blik-0 1946 (e-Book)

What makes us human? Is it our emotions or is it something more? These deep-seated ideological questions have been proposed and grappled with time and time again by philosophers since...

Aug.05

Anime News

Live Action Movie Patlabor Mech Spotted!

Earlier this week, various photos on twitter has popped up of a life sized Ingram from the series Patlabor near a harbor in Yokohama, Japan. The original series director Mamoru Oshii...

Aug.01

Events

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu J-Pop Summit Report

Check out our videos and photos the international Harujuku singing sensation, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu as she graces the stage on Union Square in downtown San Francisco!

Jul.25

Music

Monogatari Second Season's 2nd Ending Theme Decided!

Marina Kawano will be sining the the new ending theme song will be for Monogatari Second Season's Otorimonogatari and Onimonogatari story arcs. She has sung for the ending theme song...

Jul.22

Nobuhiro Kikuchi Interview @ Anime Expo 2013

Interview

Nobuhiro Kikuchi Interview @ Anime Expo 2013

As the universal phrase goes, "Rome wasn't built in day." Although the idiom was first coined by the French during the late 1100s, the meaning behind it has made it...

Jul.22

Convention News

Porno Graffitti Press Panel Report @ Anime Expo 2013

Famous for their classic anime hits, including "Melissa" from Fullmetal Alchemist and "Hitori no Yoru" from GTO, Japanese rock band Porno Graffitti shined at Anime Expo 2013 leaving their mark...

Jul.17

Convention News

Megumi Han Press Conference @ Anime Expo 2013 (Video)

As one of the Guests of Honor at Anime Expo 2013, the illustrious voice actress Megumi Han left her adoring fans with what could only be described as a memorable...

Jul.16

Masahiko Otsuka Interview @ Anime Expo 2013

Interview

Masahiko Otsuka Interview @ Anime Expo 2013

The-O Network's Jason Young had a chance to interview the master magician behind the characters of Little Witch Academia, screenwriter Masahiko Otsuka whose directorial credits includes Gurren Laggan, Neon Genesis...

Jul.15

Press Releases

Nobuo Uematsu's e-book Blik-0 1946 to Be Released August 2013

As the second project to be a part of acttil's product portfolio, Little Witch Academia being the first, the company recently announced over the weekend that they will be releasing...

Jul.15

Gaming News

Ultra Street Fighter IV - The New Battleground

Street Fighter IV has come a long way since being released back in 2009. The continuous support from Capcom has enabled the game to evolve, having gone through three major...

Jul.12

Convention News

Relive the Magic of the Little Witch Academia Fan Event @ Anime Expo 2013

For fans of Studio TRIGGER's Little Witch Academia, Anime Expo 2013 was something magical. From the guest appearance of Akko's famed voiced actress, Megumi Han, the announcement of the Little...

Jul.12

Kylee Interview @ Yoshi's in Oakland June 2013

Interview

Kylee Interview @ Yoshi's in Oakland June 2013

Recently, Kylee Saunders had a chance to perform her first U.S. headliner at Yoshi's in Oakland, California on June 21, 2013. She performed a number of her hit songs including...

Jul.11

Events

Alodia Video Press Conference @ Anime Expo 2013

Check out what multitalent, cosplay model and celebrity Alodia Gosiengfiao had to say during her press conference at Anime Expo 2013 filmed by us!

Jul.10

Convention News

Carat Press Panel Report @ Anime Expo 2013

from left to right: Risa, Yume, Mona, Rena, Rina The-O Network's Jason Young and Salvador Mateos had a chance to meet the youthful DJ, dance and vocal all-female music act, Carat...

Jul.10

Convention News

Anime Expo 2013 Opening Ceremonies (Video)

 Watch this year's Opening ceremonies included guest appearances like Alodia Gosiengfiao, Kaname, Megumi Han, Vic Mignogna, Kyle Hebert, Eric Vale, Kaya, Ram Rider, Aya Ikeda, Carat, Kazuhiro Furuhashi, George Wada...

Jul.09

Convention News

Danny Choo Press Conference Anime Expo 2013 (Video)

Hear what anime personality and entrepreneur Danny Choo had to say at North America's largest anime convention. Learn more about his highly anticipated Smartdoll including an estimated release date!

Jul.08

7!! Oops Interview @ FanimeCon 2013 (Video)

Interview

7!! Oops Interview @ FanimeCon 2013 (Video)

While at FanimeCon 2013, our T-ONO senior editor, Jason, had a chance to sit down with up-and-coming Japanese pop band, 7!! Oops who has worked on a number of classic...

Jun.27

Gaming News

Soul Saga to be Released on PC, Wii U, PS Vita and PlayStation 4

Last week, I wrote a report on the development of an independent Western-developed JRPG title called Soul Saga that was looking to reach a lofty goal of $60,000.00 via kickstarter...

Jun.27

Zakuro (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Zakuro (DVD) Review

Based on the series Otome Yōkai Zakuro by mangaka Lily Hoshino, Zakuro is a romance revolving around the struggles of spirits living in a world where they were once revered...

Jun.24

ROOKiEZ is PUNK'D Interview @ FanimeCon 2013

Interview

ROOKiEZ is PUNK'D Interview @ FanimeCon 2013

We sit down with four-piece J-Rock band ROOKiEZ is PUNK'D during last month's FanimeCon 2013. Famous for their smash hits, "Complication" from Durarara!! and "In My World" from the Blue Exorcist...

Jun.24

Music

fripSide to Perform Second Opening to A Certain Scientific Railgun S

A second opening to the anime series A Certain Scientific Railgun S has been confirmed. Performed by no other than fripSide, the musical duo's seventh single entitled "eternal reality" will...

Jun.21

Convention News

Studio SHAFT Director Mitsutoshi Kubota Heads to Anime Expo

New video streaming collaboration group, Daisuki.net will be bringing Company Director Mitsutoshi Kubota from the animation studio Shaft to Anime Expo for a special industry panel on July 4 at...

Jun.21

Gaming News

Help Kickstart Megatokyo the Visual Novel Today!

It's been an interesting week on Kickstarter, as tons of artists and designers have found the inspiration to shoot for their lofty ambitions with a bit of crowdsourcing. Although I...

Jun.20

Gaming News

PlayStation 4 - A Welcoming Standard

Plenty was revealed at Sony's press conference at E3. But without a doubt the most anticipated news revolved around the company's next generation console - the PlayStation 4 (PS4). Promised...

Jun.20

Anime News

acttil to Help Release the Collector's Edition of TRIGGER's Little Witch Academia

Yesterday, acttil announced their first official project yesterday with news of an upcoming collaboration with TRIGGER to release the Collector's Edition release of Little Witch Academia on Blu-ray this summer...

Jun.19

Gaming News

MoeNovel's If My Heart Had Wings Demo Flies to a Computer Near You

If the brief time that I had reading through the short demo of Pulltop's If My Heart Had Wings is any indicator of the type of quality that players can...

Jun.18

Gaming News

Soul Saga: a Promising 90s Style JRPG Kickstarter Project Needs Your Help

I'll admit it, usually I'm wary of participating in any sort of crowdsourcing project on kickstater despite the fact that I spent some time after graduating college doing some indie...

Jun.14

Anime News

1st 8 Minutes of Ghost in the Shell: Arise

Check out the first 8 minutes of Ghost in Shell: Arise subtitled in English! 

Jun.12

Music

supercell's "Hakushu Kassai Utaawase" on iTunes and Amazon

supercell's new single "Hakushu Kassai Utaawase" is avaiable starting today on iTunes and Amazon. "Hakushi Kassai Utaawase" is the opening theme song for the rerun of Katanagatari.

Jun.12

Gaming News

Isuna Hasekura's Sci-Fi/Economic Visual Novel World End Economica Episode 1 Now Available in English

Originally released back in 2011, Isuna Hasekura's (Spice and Wolf) visual novel World End Economica (WEE) tells the tale of a boy named Haru who was raised on the Moon...

Jun.06

FanimeCon 2013

Con Impressions: FanimeCon 2013

Unexpected, unpredictable yet successful are words that I would use to describe this year's FanimeCon. Nearing its twentieth year, Fanime is one of the most popular destinations for anime fans...

Jun.06

FanimeCon 2013

FanimeCon MusicFest 2013 Impressions

As a FanimeCon attendee who's been attending the convention for the past decade, one of my favorite events has always been attending their MusicFest event featuring musical acts from Japan...

Jun.06

SEGA's Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F to Sing Her Way Westward This August

Gaming News

SEGA's Hatsune Miku: Project Diva F to Sing Her Way Westward This August

If NIS America's recent release of Black Rock Shooter: the Game wasn't enough to satisfy the legion of Hatsune Miku video game fans, SEGA has announced that they will be...

Jun.03

Black Rock Shooter: The Game (PSN) Review

Game Reviews

Black Rock Shooter: The Game (PSN) Review

Spawned from the mind of talented artist Ryohei "Huke" Fuke, the popular Black Rock Shooter franchise gets its very own cleverly named video game Black Rock Shooter: The Game. Though...

May.31

Music

ClariS' Second Album SECOND STORY to be Released June 26th

ClariS' 2nd album "SECOND STORY" will be released in June 26th! To help celebrate, a brand-new illustration of the singing duo has also been released as well! The second album will...

May.31

Music

LiSA's fourth single, "träumerei", announced!

LiSA will be releasing her fourth single "träumerei" on August 7, 2013. It has been nearly one year since it was announced that "träumerei" will be used as the opening...

May.30

Gaming News

Uniqlo x Monster Hunter on the Loose!

Prepare yourself for the arrival of Monster Hunter 4 at UNIQLO. UNIQLO Japan has released Monster Hunter 4 Graphic T-shirt starting on May 31st (JST time). There are nineteen t-shirt...

May.30

Gaming News

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy HD Arrives on iOS

Video game developer Capcom announced earlier today that the long-awaited Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy HD is now available in English on Apple's App Store.

May.29

Anime News

Aniplex USA Opens Pre-Orders for Sword Art Online, Blue Exorcist

Fans of the Aniplex series, Sword Art Online and Blue Exorcist, will be happy to know that the two A-1 Pictures animated series are now available for pre-order from Aniplex's...

May.28

Music

Kylee to Perform Her First U.S. Headliner Show in Oakland, CA on June 21

Making her first headliner appearance in the U.S., up-and-coming JPOP star Kylee will be performing on June 21 at "Yoshi's Oakland" in Oakland, California at 10 PM.

May.28

Gaming News

Tecmo Koei Confirms Atelier Meruru Plus, Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate for E3 2013

Tecmo Koei has revealed their plans for E3 2013, confirming localizations for the JRPG title Atelier Meruru Plus: The Apprentice of Arland Plus and strategy title Toukiden for the PlayStation...

May.25

DESTROSE (Music) Review

Music Reviews

DESTROSE (Music) Review

Ready for some mind-melting heavy metal? DESTROSE is an all-girl metal band from Japan who has recently made their album debut in April. Reaching the number seven spot on Japan's...

May.24

Gaming News

Blazblue Anime Adaptation AND Home Console Release!!

Blazblue anime adaptation and home console version of Blazblue Chronophantasm have been announced. 

May.24

Gaming News

JAST USA to Announce Nitroplus' Steins;Gate at Anime Expo 2013?

It's that time again! Every year at this time, it seems as though JAST USA teases its loyal fanbase with the possibility of a localization of Nitroplus' award-winning Steins;Gate visual...

May.23

Gaming News

Guilty Gear Xrd in the Works

  Recently announced by Arc System Works, Guilty Gear Xrd Sign is the next installment of the hard rock, anime-style fighting game series. It will be breaking new grounds in the...

May.23

Anime News

Silver Spoon Trailer Released!! Staff and Cast announced!

Starting this July, Silver Spoon will be aired on Fuji TV's noitaminA block. As some may already know, Silver Spoon is written and illustrated by Hiromu Arakawa, the same mangaka...

May.23

Song of Saya ~ Saya no Uta (PC) Review

Game Reviews

Song of Saya ~ Saya no Uta (PC) Review

What do you get when you mix Silent Hill, Shallow Hal, and Species with a little dab of Hannibal or the Japanese movie the Last Supper? You get something pretty...

May.22

Anime News

Monogatari Second Season Air Date Announced!! ED performed by Luna Haruna!

Starting July 6th, Monogatari Series: Second Season will be aired as a continuation of the anime adaption of Nisio Ishin's popular Monogatari light novel series.

May.22

Featured

Uniqlo American vs Asian T-Shirt Size

A couple months after Uniqlo opened their first store in the United States, I picked up a medium sized One Piece t-shirt from their San Francisco store and no surprise...

May.22

Anime News

Limited Saint Seiya & Fist of the North Star Shirts Promo from Uniqlo

Japanese clothing store Uniqlo has announced they have released new t-shirts from the the highly popular Saint Seiya and Fist of the North Star series for their US store. They...

May.20

Anime News

Attack on Titan's Marketing Blitzkrieg to Include Visual Novels, Mobile Card Game in Japan

One of the hottest anime series this season has been Production I.G,'s Attack on Titan, and for good reason. The tale of humans versus giants is so chalk full of...

May.19

Misc. Conventions

Big WOW! ComicFest 2013 Impressions

Over the weekend, The-O Network got a chance to visit the up-and-coming Northern California comic and collectible tradeshow Big WOW! ComicFest 2013. Located in San Jose, California over the course...

May.14

Music

Kalafina's Fourth Album Consolation Now on U.S. iTunes and Amazon Stores

Fresh off of the success of their last album, After Eden, Kalafina's fourth album Consolation has now been released on the U.S. iTunes and Amazon Stores. Featuring the hit singles...

May.11

Gaming News

XSEED transitions into Marvelous USA, while Father of PlayStation becomes AQL Director

It has been a big week for Marvelous AQL and XSEED.  Recently announced by Marvelous AQL, XSEED Games, the publisher behind the localization of games such as Ys Origin, Ragnarok...

May.08

Sakura-Con 2013

Ayumi Fujimura Press Panel Report @ Sakura-Con 2013

The-O Network's Stanley Fung had a chance to participate in voice actress Ayumi Fujimura's round table press panel at Sakura-Con 2013. Fujimura's numerous roles include Mineva Lao Zabi/Audrey Burne in...

May.07

Gaming News

Former NIS America Employees Announce New Startup Company, acttil

Founded by former NIS America employees, Jack Niida, Hiroko Kanazashi and Nao Miyazawa, acttil is a brand-new independent video game and digital contents publisher based out in Los Angeles whose...

May.06

Figure News

Smart Doll: Robotic Anime Dolls For Sale Soon!

Anime blogger and entrepreneur Danny Choo has announced that he is working on releasing a robotic doll dubbed the Smart Doll based on his character mascot, Mirai Suenaga. Originally posted...

May.01

Eir Aoi & Luna Haruna Video Special @ Sakura-Con 2013

Interview

Eir Aoi & Luna Haruna Video Special @ Sakura-Con 2013

In one of our very first major video production, watch as AJ hosts our super compilation special on Eir Aoi and Luna Haruna's visit to Sakura-Con 2013 in Seattle. Hear...

Apr.30

Music

Eir Aoi's new single dyeing the sky

Eir Aoi is releasing a new single "Cobalt Sky"! It will be released on June 26, 2013. The new single will be a refreshing tune appropriate for the dawn of...

Apr.29

Bunny Drop (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

Anime Reviews

Bunny Drop (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

Taking an interesting look at the ups and downs of parenthood, Bunny Drop (Usagi Drop) was originally a manga series created by Yumi Unita. While the series does not contain...

Apr.26

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge (PS3/360) Review

Game Reviews

Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge (PS3/360) Review

I’ll be honest, when I think of Tecmo Koei’s Ninja Gaiden series, the first three words that comes to my mind are: blood, flying limbs and ninja boobs, aside from...

Apr.26

Press Releases

MangaGamer Releases Navel's Shuffle! Side Story Tick! Tack!

Taking place in an alternative timeline to Navel's Shuffle!, Rin, Nerine, Mayumi, and Itsuki are thrown back in time into the World of the Devils before Forbesii and Sage, Nerine's...

Apr.22

Eir Aoi & Luna Haruna Concert Interview @ Sakura-Con 2013

Interview

Eir Aoi & Luna Haruna Concert Interview @ Sakura-Con 2013

Watch our exclusive video interview with Japanese singers Eir Aoi and Luna Haruna as we catch the duo backstage before their first performance outside of Japan at Sakura-Con. Hear also...

Apr.18

Vic Mignogna Brief Interview @ Sakura-Con 2013

Interview

Vic Mignogna Brief Interview @ Sakura-Con 2013

While at Sakura-Con, our resident reporters Dave and Cristina were able to get a few quick words with popular American voice actor, Vic Mignogna after his autograph marathon. Watch what happens...

Apr.18

Columns

Games that Sold me on a 3DS

I first laid my eyes on a 3DS back in 2013 at E3. While I thought the 3D feature seemed gimmicky, I was definitely going to pick one up later...

Apr.11

Press Releases

First Two Puella Magi Madoka Magica Movies are set for Physical Release this Summer

First Two Puella Magi Madoka Magica Movies are set for Physical Release this Summer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 10, 2013 SANTA MONICA, CA (April 10, 2013) – This July, Madoka Magica fans...

Apr.10

Sakura-Con 2013

Toshihiro Kawamoto Press Conference @ Sakura-Con 2013

With a number of high-profile titles under his belt, including the hit mecha classic Escaflowne and the harem series Golden Boy, find out all about animation director/character designer Toshihiro Kawamoto's...

Apr.09

Music

New information on Luna Haruna's third single!

The cover of Luna Haruna's new single Kimi ga Kureta Sekai has been revealed!  As you can see in the image above, the new single has different style and taste compared...

Apr.08

Sakura-Con 2013

Reki Kawahara Panel @ Sakura-Con 2013

In our fourth feature on Reki Kawahara, the creator of Sword Art Online and Accel World, see what he had to say as he answered fan questions at his general...

Apr.05

Sakura-Con 2013

Reki Kawahara Press Conference @ Sakura-Con 2013

Our staff recently went up to Seattle to bring you the latest news on all things anime and Japan-related from Sakura-Con 2013. We had a chance to participate in Reki...

Apr.05

Press Releases

NIS America's Black Rock Shooter The Game to Arrive on PSN April 23

That one game that you've all been waiting for is finally arriving on a PSN near you....so you can stop with your plans to sacrifice your first-born child to the...

Apr.05

Sakura-Con 2013

Reki Kawahara (川原 礫) Reception Q&A

While our staff was in Seattle covering Sakura-Con 2013, they had the fortunate chance to attend a more informal reception with Reki Kawahara. The collective information from the reception has...

Apr.04

Biographies

Reki Kawahara (川原 礫) Brief Biography

The-O Network's resident staff writer Ken dives into the life, the inspiration and the man behind two of 2012's hit anime sensations Sword Art Online and Accel World, Reki Kawahara...

Apr.03

Atelier Ayesha: the Alchemist of Dusk (PS3) Review

Game Reviews

Atelier Ayesha: the Alchemist of Dusk (PS3) Review

With the recent announcement of Sony's PlayStation 4, in addition to the upcoming announcement of Microsoft's newest system and Nintendo's release of the Wii U, it's been an exciting time...

Apr.02

Convention News

Sakura-Con 2013 Post Con Updates

Sakura-Con was an absolute blast! We got a ton of juicy answers about Sword Art Online and Accel World including some of the most asked fan questions directly from the...

Apr.01

Site

The-O Network Turns 6!

As unusual as it may appear, April 1 is The-O Network's birthday!  We started as a small blog by a group of friends and it wasn't until 2007 that we officially...

Mar.25

Gaming News

Urobuchi Gen's Saya no Uta-The Song of Saya Finally Goes Golden Master

Originally announced for release back in Fall 2011, you know before the world ended twice over, Nitroplus' Cthulu-inspired visual novel Saya no Uta- The Song of Saya has finally gone...

Mar.17

Anime News

A look at OreImo's new Promotional Video

Ore no Imōto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai (OreImo) official website has released their newest promotional video today, March 17, 2013. Be sure to watch the trailer inside.

Mar.16

Music

ClariS' "reunion" single cover & songs have been revealed!

 The cover art of ClariS' new single "reunion" as been revealed!! The second season of Ore no Imōto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai will be aired soon in April, which...

Mar.16

Music

LiSA's 3rd Single "best day, best way" music clip released!

A music clip of LiSA's new song "best day, best way" has been released on her official website. "best day, best way" will be included in her 3rd single that will...

Mar.14

Music

supercell slicing its way to Katanagatari

supercell will be playing the new opening for the re-run of Katanagatari on April 11th! The new opening is titled "Hakushu Kasai Utaawase" [拍手喝采歌合 (はくしゅかっさいうたあわせ)]. The series will be running...

Mar.12

Gaming News

Gero Blaster: Cave Story Developer's Newest Game Revealed at BitSummit (UPDATE)

Fans of 8-bit visual style gaming rejoice.  At the latest BitSummit event in Kyoto, Japan, renowned independent game creator/artist/developer Daisuke "Pixel" Amaya revealed his latest work, Gero Blaster bound for...

Mar.08

Event

Vocaloid 3 Megpoid English Release Party

The Vocaloid phenomenon has taken otaku worldwide by storm, and with the release of an English version of the voice synthesis program, the fanbase can only grow. The-O Network had...

Mar.06

Heaven's Lost Property: the Angeloid of Clockwork (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Heaven's Lost Property: the Angeloid of Clockwork (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Those who know me know that I hold the series Heaven's Lost Property (Sora no Otoshimono) in high regard -- it's one of my favorite series that's come out within...

Mar.06

Music

EGOIST's newest single "All Alone With You" on iTunes

EGOIST's new single "All Alone With You" has been released today, March 6th, world wide! "All Alone With You" is available on iTunes. and their music video on YouTube. Be sure...

Mar.05

Sohei Niikawa Interview @ NIS America Reunion Press Event 2013

Interview

Sohei Niikawa Interview @ NIS America Reunion Press Event 2013

We recently had a chance to attend NIS America's 2013 Reunion Press Event in San Francisco and had a chance to interview NIS America President Sohei Niikawa to ask him...

Mar.05

Press Releases

ATELIER AYESHA: THE ALCHEMIST OF DUSK SHIPS TO RETAILERS NATIONWIDE TODAY!

BURLINGAME, Calif. – March 5, 2013 – Today, TECMO KOEI America is thrilled to announce that the latest installment in the fan-favorite Atelier series, Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk...

Mar.05

Kay Hirono Interview @ NIS America Reunion Press Event 2013

Interview

Kay Hirono Interview @ NIS America Reunion Press Event 2013

We recently had a chance to attend NIS America's 2013 Reunion Press Event in San Francisco and had a chance to interview Namco Bandai video game producer Kay Hirono to...

Mar.04

Press Releases

The Second Season of Oreimo will be streaming just hours after its initial airing in Japan!

SANTA MONICA, CA (March 4, 2013) – Following its recent release of the Oreimo Blu-ray Disc Set last month, Aniplex of America Inc. announced the acquisition of the second season...

Feb.26

Press Releases

NEW PEOPLE PRESENTS ALL-DAY FREE VOCALOID MUSIC EVENT

New VOCALOID3 Megpoid English Launch Event Offers Hot Beats, Live Vocaloid Dancers and Vocaloid Workshops   San Francisco, CA, February 21, 2012 – NEW PEOPLE, Inc, a San Francisco-based entertainment company bringing the...

Feb.23

Event

2013 NIS America Press Reunion Event: "Black Rock Shooter Is Still in Development"

On February 21st, NIS America (NISA) held their annual Press Reunion event in San Francisco. For NIS themselves, 2013 marks two important milestones for the company: NIS will be celebrating...

Feb.21

Press Releases

TIME AND ETERNITY HITS NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE THIS SUMMER!

NIS America to localize Namco Bandai's epic JRPG, Time and Eternity (Toki to Towa) this summer! Santa Ana, Calif. (February 21, 2013) – NIS America is ecstatic to announce that...

Feb.21

Press Releases

The Guided Fate Paradox promises to make you a believer this fall!

From the creative minds of Disgaea: Hour of Darkness comes the spiritual successor to Z.H.P. Unlosing Ranger vs Darkdeath Evilman, the Guided Fate Paradox this fall to both North America...

Feb.21

Press Releases

DISGAEA D2: A BRIGHTER DARKNESS REUNITES THIS FALL!

NIS America to release casual-friendly Disgaea D2: A Brighter Darkness this fall, exclusively on the PlayStation 3! Santa Ana, Calif. (February 21, 2013) – NIS America is thrilled to announce that...

Feb.20

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day Review

Anime Reviews

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day Review

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day, or Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae o Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai, is an anime produced by A-1 Pictures which aired on Noitamina...

Feb.20

Figure News

[Max Factory] Belldandy w/ Holy Bell Priced

Good Smile Company has finally released additional information regarding the highly anticipated Belldandy figure from the popular series Ah! My Goddess. The figure will be release as part of figure maker...

Feb.14

Music

Luna Haruna's third single: "Kimi ga Kureta Sekai"

Luna Haruna's third new single has been announced. This new single is titled Kimi ga Kureta Sekai (君がくれた世界) and will be released May 15, 2013. "Kimi ga Kureta Sekai" can...

Feb.12

Anime News

Ghost in the Shell: Arise Release Info and Trailer

Earlier this morning at a special launch event held by Bandai Visual, Production I.G revealed that Ghost in the Shell: Arise will be a prequel series consisting of four films that...

Feb.11

Figure News

Winter Wonder Festival 2013 Coverage

With a rough total of 195 new figures at the latest Winter Wonder Festival 2013, there is a lot to cover. Fortunately, we've taken the time to look through most...

Feb.11

Review: Ultimate Madoka (Good Smile Company) Figure

Figure Reviews

Review: Ultimate Madoka (Good Smile Company) Figure

Originally scheduled to be released in November 2012, this lovely Good Smile Company 1/8th scaled Ultimate Madoka PVC figure was finally given the green light late into December. If you...

Feb.10

Anime News

Accel World Augmented Reality Shirts

Augmented Reality apps on mobile devices seem to be gaining in popularity.  Just recently COSPA announced that they are releasing a pair of T-shirts that take advantage of virtual augmentation...

Feb.06

Press Releases

Aniplex of America announces The Anime Series Fate/Zero will Premiere on Neon Alley this Spring

The story of the legendary Fourth Holy Grail War will be dubbed in English and Premiere this Spring. SANTA MONICA, CA (February 6, 2013) – This year, Fate/Zero fans will be...

Feb.02

Music

Eir Aoi's new album "BLAU" to dye iTunes

Eir Aoi's new album "BLAU" is available on iTunes and Amazon. Her new album is titled "BLAU", which is blue in German, in hopes for her listeners to perceive the...

Jan.29

Events

Con Impressions: Sac-Anime Winter 2013

The biggest change for Sac-Anime 2013 was graduating to the Sacramento Convention Center after outgrowing their previous longtime location, Woodlake Hotel formally known as the Radisson Hotel. The semi-annual convention...

Jan.29

Toshio Furukawa (古川 登志夫) Interview @ SacAnime 2013

Interview

Toshio Furukawa (古川 登志夫) Interview @ SacAnime 2013

Featuring a number of well-known Guests of Honor, including veteran Japanese voice actor Toshio Furukawa, SacAnime's Winter 2013 convention was a fantastic way to start off the New Year. Famous...

Jan.27

Mai Aizawa (相沢舞) Interview @ SacAnime 2013

Interview

Mai Aizawa (相沢舞) Interview @ SacAnime 2013

SacAnime's Winter 2013 convention marked the beginning of a new era for the organization as they transitioned into the Sacramento Convention Center. Not only did they expand their convention however...

Jan.26

Music

ClariS reunites with OreImo with "reunion"!

ClariS' seventh single "reunion" has been announced! Debuting with "irony" in 2010, the musical duo will be singing for the second season of Ore no Imōto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake...

Jan.25

Gaming News

Ni no Kuni Wizard Edition Pre-Orders Mishandling? (UPDATE 2)

Hundreds of customers who pre-ordered the limited edition of Ni no Kuni have found out that their orders have been cancelled due to “overselling” of limited stock. This may seem...

Jan.16

Mass Effect: Paragon Lost (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Mass Effect: Paragon Lost (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Considering my lukewarm reception of Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker, I worked to keep an open mind for Mass Effect: Paragon Lost. When Jack Wall and Sam Hulick inspired...

Jan.16

Press Releases

TECMO KOEI AMERICA WILL RELEASE ATELIER AYESHA: THE ALCHEMIST OF DUSK THIS SPRING!

BURLINGAME, Calif. – January 15, 2013 – Today, TECMO KOEI America is excited to announce that the latest installment in the fan-favorite Atelier series, Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk...

Jan.15

Music

LiSA’s third single: “best day, best way”!

LiSA's new single, "best day, best way" has been announced!! It will be released on April 3rd 2013. She comments that her new single is like “love letter filled with...

Jan.10

Music

EGOIST's new ballad to calm the PSYCHO-PASS

EGOSIT’s new song was aired today on Noitamina as the second ending theme song for PSYCHO-PASS. The new ending is titled “All Alone With You"

Jan.08

Press Releases

Aniplex of America to Simulcast the Animated series VIVIDRED OPERATION on Hulu, Hulu Plus and Crunchyroll

The Director of "Strike Witches" presents his highly anticipated new anime series of this season. SANTA MONICA, CA (January 8, 2013) –Aniplex of America has just announced the simulcast of one...

Jan.07

Gaming News

Key Wishes Western Gamers a Happy 2013 With Official English Planetarian Release for iOS

Perhaps the Mayans were on to something with this entire 2013 "enlightenment" period after all. In what was a stealthy, but nonetheless awesome, bit of news over the weekend VisualArts...

Jan.03

Fudanjuku “OTOKO” Review

Music Reviews

Fudanjuku “OTOKO” Review

Fudanjuku brings us their latest album "OTOKO." This album contains twelve tracks that range from high beat to smooth songs. In most songs you will notice Fudanjuku features a deeper...

Jan.02

Press Releases

The Animated Series "Oreshura" is set to broadcast on Crunchyroll this Winter

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 2, 2013From the animation studio that brought the hit series "Sword Art Online," is a new anime series for 2013. SANTA MONICA, CA (January 2, 2013) –...

Dec.28

Anime News

Season's Greeting from Tateo Retsu!

Tateo Retsu, best known for her work as the mangaka for Full Metal Panic!, sent us this art piece for her American fans along with a special holiday greeting:   "A lot has happened...

Dec.27

Press Releases

Love Live! School Idol Project Acquired by NIS America for the North American Market!

Santa Ana, CA (December 26, 2012) – NIS America is thrilled to announce its acquisition of Love Live! School idol project for the North American market. Love Live! is a...

Dec.22

FFXIII: Lightning Returns Trailers and Screenshots

Gaming News

FFXIII: Lightning Returns Trailers and Screenshots

Square-Enix has finally officially released 2 trailers as well as additional new screenshots on Friday for the upcoming 3rd game to the Final Fantasy XIII series, Lighting Returns. The trailer was...

Dec.17

Anime News

Nekomonogatari (Black) Trailers

Continuing the release of NisiOisin's Monogatari series, Aniplex released a new trailer for the anime adaptation  of Nekomonogatari (Black). The series will premiere on December 31 from 10PM to 12AM on NicoNico, Tokyo MX, and BS11. All 4 episodes will be...

Dec.07

Review: Deardrops (PC) Visual Novel

Game Reviews

Review: Deardrops (PC) Visual Novel

From the first time I touched a piano when I was eight, I've always found the universal language of music to be filled with layers of depth and intrigue. Although...

Dec.05

Music

ryo's (supercell) Egoist new single on iTunes and Amazon

Fans of the fictional band Egoist may be interested to learn their new single "Namae no Nai Kaibutsu" used as the ending theme for the anime Psycho-Pass has been released today for purchase...

Nov.16

Anime News

First 6.5 Minutes of Evangelion 3.0 (Video)

Making it's way around the internet, approximately the first 6.5 minutes of the new Evangelion 3.0: You Can (Not) Redo was aired after the first 2 Rebuild of Evangelion movies...

Nov.13

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Tick Tack and Shuffle Hard Copies

MangaGamer announces hard copies of Shuffle! and Tick Tack. Pun not intended. November 10th, 2012--We at MangaGamer are proud to report a series of announcements made at our AnimeUSA Panel! We're...

Nov.09

Press Releases

CLAN OF CHAMPIONS IS COMING TO PSN ON NOVEMBER 20TH!

Santa Ana, Calif. (November 8, 2012) NIS America announced today that its new multiplayer action game, Clan of Champions™, is set to release on the North American PlayStation®Network (PlayStation®3) on...

Nov.06

Gaming News

Tired of the P90X? Try the Otaku 90X

As a self-proclaimed otaku, I typically like to think that my personal preferences for eating well, getting a good night of sleep and exercising is a necessary part of living...

Nov.05

Anime News

Want Spike Spiegel to leave you a personalized message?

Veteran American voice actor Steve Blum tweeted on Friday that for anyone who donates $100 or more to the Red Cross Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief effort, he would record a...

Oct.26

Events

Sac-Anime Summer 2012 Convention Report

This year was a very important year for Sac-Anime as it delivered exciting news and, unfortunately, very tragic news. The good news is that Sac-Anime is growing and it will...

Oct.25

Tiger and Bunny Movie 1 Review

Anime Reviews

Tiger and Bunny Movie 1 Review

After a year since the main series ended, the Tiger and Bunny movie makes its way to the US and thankfully was not simply a visual upgrade. While the movie...

Oct.20

Anime News

Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica The Movie US Premiere

Earlier this month, the Madoka Magica movies hit the big screens in Japan. Recognizing the interest overseas, Aniplex and SHAFT worked hard to bring the first two parts of the...

Oct.15

Press Releases

Denpa Onna to Seishun Otoko Coming to USA

GROUND CONTROL TO PSYCHOELECTRIC GIRL OPENS UP YOUR WORLD IN 2013! Santa Ana, CA (October 15, 2012) – NIS America is thrilled to announce that Ground Control to Psychoelectric Girl Complete...

Oct.14

Anime News

Fall 2012 Anime Chart

While there are some great new series airing this season, we also find a ton of continuation of existing series such as Hayate no Gotoku, the second season of Jormungand...

Oct.12

Figure News

[Alter] Kongiku 1/8 (Muramasa)

Shown previously as a prototype earlier this year at several hobby events, Kongiku from the cult hit Wii game, Muramasa: The Demon Blade is up and ready for preorder. Like Alter's...

Oct.10

Mugen Souls (PS3) Review

Game Reviews

Mugen Souls (PS3) Review

Ready to conquer the universe? In NISA's newest import title Mugen Souls, you take on the role of the charismatic (and slightly hot-tempered) ChouChou. This daring self-proclaimed "goddess of the...

Oct.09

Convention News

Comiket 82 Cosplay Photos

A user named “SeeU” at a South Korean community site, Ilbe.com, shared his first day experience at Comiket 82 (C82), the iconic Japanese doujinshi convention that took place early August...

Oct.09

Daisuke Kishio Interview Video

Interview

Daisuke Kishio Interview Video

We got some great interviews during Anime Expo this year but it was completely unexpected that we got to do an impromptu interview with voice actor Daisuke Kishio! He is probably...

Oct.02

Shangri-La (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Shangri-La (DVD) Review

From the creative minds behind Last Exile comes a new animation centered around the struggles of citizens of a futuristic Japan that is slowly being engulfed by an out of...

Oct.02

Press Releases

Aniplex of America announces Blast of Tempest will be streaming on Crunchyroll

The new anime series will be streaming a couple hours after it airs in Japan starting in October SANTA MONICA, CA (October 1, 2012) – Aniplex of America announces the new...

Sep.24

Press Releases

Aniplex of America announces the Garden of Sinners Limited Edition DVD Box Set Details and Release Date

The legendary eight-chapter animated epic that captivated Japan will be available on DVD on November 20th, 2012 SANTA MONICA, CA (September 24, 2012) – Following its Limited Edition Blu-Ray Box Set...

Sep.18

Events

J-Pop Summit Festival 2012 Convention Report

Last year's Jpop Summit was a bittersweet experience for me. On the one hand, it was great to see Jpop enjoying a festival of its own, but on the other...

Sep.13

Press Releases

First Two Puella Magi Madoka Magica Movies are set for Theatrical Release across the US

Fans of the dark mahou shoujo series, Puella Magi Madoka Magica can thank their lucky Kyubey that the first two films Part 1: Beginnings and Part 2: Eternal will be...

Sep.12

Figure News

[Medicom] Kyubey 2.0 Plushie

Medicom Toy will be releasing an updated version of their Kyubey plushie from the popular anime series, Puella Magi Madoka Magica. From the product photos, this new Kyubey appears to have...

Sep.11

Press Releases

GHASTLY PRINCE ENMA BURNING UP RELEASES TODAY IN NORTH AMERICA!

NIS America's newest anime Ghastly Prince Enma Burning Up now shipping nationwide! Santa Ana, CA (September 11, 2012) – NIS America is thrilled to announce that Ghastly Prince Enma Burning...

Sep.10

Press Releases

The Long-awaited Release of Bakemonogatari is set to hit North America this Holiday Season!

The Long-awaited Release of Bakemonogatari is set to hit North America this Holiday Season! The Bakemonogatari Limited Edition Blu-Ray Box Set will be Available on November 20th, 2012   SANTA MONICA, CA...

Sep.10

Event

J-Pop Summit Festival 2012: Real Escape Game X Evangelion

One part scavenger hunt and one part 'choose your own adventure' narrative, Real Escape Game is real-life activity where groups of people are given an objective, follow and decipher clues...

Sep.05

Kylee JPOP Summit Festival Report

Interview

Kylee JPOP Summit Festival Report

We recently had a chance to check out up-and-coming Asian American JPOP sensation Kylee Saunder's (Kylee) show at the JPOP Summit Festival in San Francisco on Sunday, August 26th. Before...

Aug.24

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Trial Version of ef - the first tale and the release date for Sexy Demon Transformation!

Trial version of ef - the first tale now available at MangaGamer.com, Sexy Demon Transformation to be released September 14th.  

Aug.23

Oblivion Island: Haruka and the Magic Mirror (BD/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Oblivion Island: Haruka and the Magic Mirror (BD/DVD) Review

At first glance, Production I.G.'s first 3D production, Oblivion Island: Haruka and the Magic Mirror, is easy to dismiss as a wannabe Studio Ghibli film that tries to be the...

Aug.23

Press Releases

MUGEN SOULS™ RELEASE DATE RESCHEDULED FOR NORTH AMERICA

NIS America's Mugen Souls gets delayed to October 16th.

Aug.21

Press Releases

LEGASISTA™ AVAILABLE TODAY ON PSN!

LEGASISTA™ AVAILABLE TODAY ON PSN! press release below:   Santa Ana, Calif. (August 21, 2012) – NIS America is excited to announce that Legasista is now available for download exclusively on PlayStation®3 via...

Aug.21

Press Releases

SNK PLAYMORE USA Announces Two More Vintage Pre-NEOGEO Era Arcade Classics Available Today as PlayStation Mini Titles

Retro SNK titles Chopper I and The Next Space return from the late 1980s as PlayStation Minis on PSN. Press release below: CHOPPER I and THE NEXT SPACE Return from the late...

Aug.20

Oreimo (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Oreimo (DVD) Review

When I first heard of Oreimo, I thought to myself, "yet another series that I must keep from watching in front of family and friends because it's borderline super ecchi...

Aug.17

Ether Vapor Remaster (PC) Review

Game Reviews

Ether Vapor Remaster (PC) Review

Bullet hell shooters such as the Touhou series are frightening affairs to me, but a lot of people consider them to be fun and hectic games that provide a solid...

Aug.15

Press Releases

VIZ MEDIA EXPANDS VIZ MANGA APP INTEROPERABILITY TO INCLUDE THE RECENTLY RELEASED GOOGLE NEXUS 7

North America’s Premiere Digital Manga Platform Expands Range Of Enabled Devices

Aug.14

Press Releases

CLADUN™ X2 LAUNCHES TODAY ON STEAM!

Starting August 14th, PC gamers can enjoy an enhanced port of NIS America's PSP dungeon crawler ClaDun x2. The sequel to ClaDun: This is an RPG!, the retro-inspired title is...

Aug.13

Press Releases

NEOGEO X GOLD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Announced for Worldwide Distribution

Tommo Inc. sets release date and price for revolutionary gaming "system within a system."

Aug.10

Press Releases

NIS America Posts New Mugen Souls Trailers

Combining free-roaming style battle maps with turn-based battles is always a good thing, mix it with high amounts of customization and growth (along with cute female anime characters) and you...

Aug.10

Press Releases

CAVE WORLD SUMMER SALE From August 11, 2012

To help celebrate the end of the London 2012 Olympics, CAVE introduces their summer shmup sale on Apple's iTunes App Store for a limited time! Titles include Espgaluda II and...

Aug.10

Blazing Star (iOS) Review

Game Reviews

Blazing Star (iOS) Review

Bullet hell fans rejoice, another entry has been made available on both iOS (version 4.0 and higher) and Android for everyone to enjoy. This time, it comes in the form...

Aug.09

ClariS Exclusive 1st English Interview

Interview

ClariS Exclusive 1st English Interview

Japanese pop music idol duo ClariS has caused a huge stir in Japan and has caught the attention of mainstream media for starting their career when they were only in...

Aug.08

Press Releases

ATLUS' Persona 4 Arena Now Available on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3

Starting today, Persona fans will have an entirely new way to enjoy evoking their personas with Arc System Work's Persona 4 Arena on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Featuring...

Aug.08

Press Releases

Bunny Drop Releases Today In North America

NIS America's release of Production I.G.'s of comedy-drama series Bunny Drop to start shipping on DVD/Blu-ray from online retailers today. press release below: Santa Ana, CA (August 7, 2012) – NIS America...

Aug.07

Press Releases

LiSA's Upcoming Single "Crossing Field" to be Released Later This Month

Fresh off of her 2012 Anime Expo debut, Japanese pop singer LiSA's fifth single "crossing field," the opening to Aniplex's Sword Art Online, will be shipping from online retailers starting...

Aug.07

Press Releases

VIZ MANGA DIGITAL SCHEDULE SYNCHRONIZES DAY-AND-DATE WITH CURRENT PRINT RELEASES

All Digital Manga Releases To Debut On Tuesdays; New Volumes Of Current VIZ Manga Series Will Debut Simultaneously In Print And Digitally

Aug.03

Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt - Complete Series (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt - Complete Series (DVD) Review

We all remember the innocent and cute Powerpuff Girls and Puffy Ami Yumi. Ok, now take those two shows and add them to a blender, then add a little Invader...

Aug.02

Press Releases

Aniplex of America announces Durarara!! Limited Edition BD Lunch Box Set on October 30th , 2012

This October, Aniplex will be releasing Durarara!! in Blu-Ray high-definition, complete inside a limited edition lunch box set.  

Aug.02

Press Releases

Sentai Filmworks Licenses Nakaimo ~ My Little Sister is Among Them!

Sentai Filmworks to release Studio Gokumi's sis-con/harem NAKAIMO ~ My Little Sister is Among Them! in 2013.

Aug.01

Anime News

SHAFT Announces Prism Nana Project

After their recent success with lolitastic-Nisemonogatari and Madoka Magica, SHAFT has announced that it is launching a new project called Prism Nana (Prism Nana Project). With the upcoming Comic Market...

Aug.01

Press Releases

Crunchyroll Launches Streaming Anime And Asian Drama App On PS3

Starting today, Crunchyroll owners will be able to start enjoying their anime and Asian dramas on their PlayStation 3s the same day as on their PCs as part of the...

Jul.31

Press Releases

No Japanese Audio on Persona 4 the Animation Blu-ray Release

Earlier today, North American anime distributor Sentai Filmworks informed press outlets that their upcoming release of Persona 4 The Animation on Blu-ray will not include the original Japanese audio dub...

Jul.31

Press Releases

FUNimation Entertainment Announces Multiple Acquisitions at Otakon

Over the weekend, FUNimation announced a huge number of acquisitions including the rights to distribute AICSPIRITS' Tenchi Muyo! War on Geminar, Space Battleship Yamato Resurrection, Fairy Tail Season 2, Fairy...

Jul.31

May'n SF Concert Photos and Video Interview

Music

May'n SF Concert Photos and Video Interview

After a spectacular performance in Los Angeles, Japanese popstar May Nakabayashi also known by her stage name as May'n, headed to her next location, Yoshi's Jazz Club and Japanese Restaurant...

Jul.31

Press Releases

UMINEKO WHEN THEY CRY VOLUME 1 AND VOLUME 2 PREMIUM EDITIONS WILL RELEASE SIMULTANEOUSLY IN DECEMBER!

Over the weekend, NIS America announced their plans to distribute Studio Deen's anime adaptation of 07th Expansion's visual novel Umineko: When They Cry. The third title in the When They...

Jul.30

Anime News

Haganai is Green-lit for a 2nd Season

Finally, after much anticipated waiting, fans are rejoicing for the 2nd season of Haganai (Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai). Confirmed on the official Haganai Twitter account, production on the 2nd...

Jul.30

Anime News

First Official Trailer for Little Busters! Revealed

A preview trailer for the new and upcoming Little Busters! anime has finally been revealed. I for one was personally skeptical when I heard that the production company for the...

Jul.30

Figure News

[Yamato] Elin Elementalist PVC (TERA)

We have seen previously figure maker Yamato picking up highly popular garage kits and turning them into mass produced PVC figures like with sculptor Bubba's Velvet from Odin Sphere. Yamato...

Jul.30

Fairy Tail Part Three (Blu-Ray / DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Fairy Tail Part Three (Blu-Ray / DVD) Review

Packed with magic, destruction, comedy, and epic battles galore, Hiro Mashima’s Fairy Tail has been a series that I personally have followed closely ever since I read the first chapter...

Jul.30

Figure News

[Max Factory] 1/10 PVC Belldandy w/ Holy Bell

Probably my top pick from the Summer Wonder Festival 2012, Good Smile Company will be celebrating their 25th anniversary by releasing a fully painted 1/10 scale version of their iconic...

Jul.27

Tamiyasu Tomoe (民安 ともえ) Interview @ Anime Expo 2012

Interview

Tamiyasu Tomoe (民安 ともえ) Interview @ Anime Expo 2012

This year MangaGamer brought acclaimed eroge voice actress Tamiyasu Tomoe with them to Anime Expo 2012 as an industry guest. Tamiyasu's extensive resume includes her role as Yayoi in OVERDRIVE's...

Jul.27

ANIMETAL USA Interview @ Anime Expo 2012

Interview

ANIMETAL USA Interview @ Anime Expo 2012

Anime heavy metal band ANIMETAL USA shredded their way through the Los Angeles Convention Center during Anime Expo 2012, and we had a chance to sit down with them this...

Jul.27

Press Releases

Learn Japanese on the Go with NIS America's Character Chowdown for iOS Devices

Yesterday, NIS America announced that their brand-new educational title Character Chowdown is now available on iTunes. Featuring cameos from Nippon Ichi Software Inc's Disgaea series, the aim of the collaboration...

Jul.24

Anime Expo 2012

Anime Expo 2012 Guest of Honor: Steve Blum

Spike Spiegel, Roger Smith, Guilmon, Orochimaru, Mugen, Wolverine, Vincent Valentine: these are just a few names that have been voiced by one of the most well-known voice actors in the...

Jul.23

Anime Expo 2012

Anime Expo 2012 Red Carpet Video Interviews

There was an exciting list of guests at this year's Anime Expo and AJ and Theo was live at the red carpet grabbing quick words with them! Hear what guests...

Jul.18

LiSA Interview @ Anime Expo 2012

Interview

LiSA Interview @ Anime Expo 2012

The-O Network’s Jason Young and Theodore Mak had a chance to interview Japanese pop singer LiSA at Anime Expo 2012. LiSA, who is widely known for her work as the...

Jul.16

Tales of Vesperia: The First Strike (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Tales of Vesperia: The First Strike (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

The Tales of series may not be as famous as the Final Fantasy franchise in terms of J-RPG games, regardless, it has managed to spawn nearly as many games as...

Jul.09

Shigeto Koyama Interview @ FanimeCon 2012

Interview

Shigeto Koyama Interview @ FanimeCon 2012

This year's FanimeCon had an exciting line of guests and panels including Japanese designer Shigeto Koyama. He has worked on popular series such as Heroman, Panty & Stocking, Gurren Lagann...

Jul.06

Convention News

AX 2012 - Muv-Luv: Total Eclipse Premiere

One of the highlights of Anime Expo this year was the US premiere of Muv-Luv Alternative: Total Eclipse. Since the first episode already aired in Japan, Anime Expo attendees also...

Jun.19

Occult Academy (Blu-ray/DVD Combo) Review

Anime Reviews

Occult Academy (Blu-ray/DVD Combo) Review

Where can you find tengu, chupacabra and crop circles all in one place? Waldstein Academy of course! NIS America’s recent release, Occult Academy, focuses on the abnormal and unexplainable phenomena...

Jun.15

Anime News

Summer 2012 Anime Chart

Summer is here and what better way for anime fans to spend it than to see what's new airing this season? We got quite a few sequels this season including...

Jun.13

FanimeCon

FanimeCon 2012: First Timer's Perspective

If there is one thing that Fanime 2012 will be remembered for, I am going to bet the general registration line is high on many people’s lists. While I understand...

Jun.12

Kia Asamiya (麻宮 騎亜 ) Interview

Interview

Kia Asamiya (麻宮 騎亜 ) Interview

Kia Asamiya is an unique artist who has worked on American comics such as Batman and X-Men. Back home in Japan, he has work on popular manga titles like Silent...

Jun.09

Gaming News

Electronic Expo 2012 Photos

Missed going to E3 this year? Fear not, check out our gallery as we bring you photos of jaw dropping booths directly straight from the showroom floor! Click here!

Jun.06

FanimeCon

FanimeCon 2012: Aniplex & VIZ Report

For fans of manga and anime, announcements from both Aninplex USA and Viz Media at Fanime 2012 were sure to please, though both definitely cause a bit of hurt on...

Jun.03

FanimeCon

FanimeCon 2012: GAINAX Panel

As a recurring Guest of Honor at FanimeCon since 1997, GAINAX founder Hiroyuki Yamaga has been entertaining and informing attendees for fifteen years. Currently serving as the executive producer and...

Jun.01

News

Vote to Bring L'Arc-en-Ciel to a City Near You!

Are you a big fan of the Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: the Sacred Star of Milos movie and want to hear "Good Luck My Way" live at a location near...

Jun.01

Press Releases

JAST USA Press Release: Adult PC Game "School Days HQ" Goes Golden Master

JAST USA, the leading publisher of Japanese PC games in English, has announced the Golden Master status of School Days HQ, a collaboration between JAST Densetsu, Japanese developer 0verflow, and...

May.29

Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Dragon Age: Origins is one of BioWare's bestselling titles  and continues their rich tradition of creating gritty worlds, complex characters, and mature plots. When I first heard about Dragon Age:...

May.28

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid Kuroyukihime

I am a sucker for cute things. Even worse off I am also a sucker for Accel World goodies, so as soon as Good Smile Company released their version of...

May.24

Atelier Meruru: the Apprentice of Arland (PS3) Review

Game Reviews

Atelier Meruru: the Apprentice of Arland (PS3) Review

As someone who started the Atelier series when I first played Mana Khemia: Alchemists of Al-Revis on the PlayStation 2, the ninth title of Gust's flagship series, I’ve since been...

May.23

Anime News

Toonami Returns

Despite the rise of streaming anime online, Cartoon Network announced last week that the popular Toonami segment would return this week on May 26. FUNimation has announced yesterday that Casshern...

May.21

Yamada’s First Time (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Yamada’s First Time (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

When was your first time? For me it was not very long ago; actually, it was a few months ago and it was kind of confusing and there were a...

May.20

Anime News

Muv-Luv Alternative: Total Eclipse's Minami Kuribiyashi and Ayami to Perform at Anime Expo 2012

On Sunday, the official website for Muv-Luv Alternative: Total Eclipse announced that they will be debuting Satelight's (AKB0048, Macross Frontier) newest series at Anime Expo 2012 on July 1st in...

May.17

The Fox Sister (Book/Comic) Review

Book and Manga Reviews

The Fox Sister (Book/Comic) Review

Created by web comic designers Christina Strain (writer, artist) and Jayd Alt-Kaci (artist), The Fox Sister is a weekly supernatural series that explores the life of its Korean protagonist, Yun...

May.15

Stereopony Interview

Interview

Stereopony Interview

Stereopony's been rocking the faces off of Japan since 2007 and we had the chance to be de-facificed ourselves at this years Sakura-Con. If you've enjoyed Mobile Suit Gundam 00...

May.15

Press Releases

Tamiyasu Tomoe to Attend Anime Expo 2012

Earlier today, MangaGamer announced that OVERDRIVE president Bamboo, Dengeki Stryker artist Katakura Shinji, and voice actress Tamiyasu Tomoe will be joining them for Anime Expo 2012 to be held this...

May.14

Phantom: Requiem For the Phantom (Blu-ray/DVD Combo) Review

Anime Reviews

Phantom: Requiem For the Phantom (Blu-ray/DVD Combo) Review

Nitro+ is back again with an anime adaptation of their visual novel, Phantom -PHANTOM OF INFERNO-, in the form of a twenty-six episode series called Phantom: Requiem for the Phantom...

May.11

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Release Date and Trial Version for Dengeki Stryker!

For anyone tired of visual novels that feature the same stereotypical super emo high school characters, settings and melodrama, MangaGamer's upcoming June release of Overdrive's Dengeki Stryker! should be a...

May.11

Black Butler (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

Anime Reviews

Black Butler (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

Demons, demon wolves, grim reapers, Victorian England, murder, and melancholy: these are what you’ll get in droves with Black Butler. Heir to the Phantomive estate and toy company, Ciel Phantomhive...

May.08

Kimi ni Todoke Season One (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Kimi ni Todoke Season One (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Kimi ni Todoke is an anime adaption of Karuh Shiina's romance shoujo manga serialized in Bessatsu Margaret. The manga won the Best Shoujo award in the 32nd annual Kodonsha Manga...

May.08

Figure News

[SkyTube] Date Wingfield Reiko (Fault!!)

Figure maker SkyTube will be releasing a figure of Date Wingfield Reiko from the ero game Fault!! Tony Taka fans will instantly recognize his trademark style in the figure. Apart from the...

May.04

Press Releases

May'n (Accel World, Macross Frontier) to release new album on USA iTunes

As part of the effort to globalize May Nakabayashi's (May'n) popularity, RESONANCE Media has announced that the J-Pop starlet's latest album releases HEAT and If you... will be released in...

May.04

Dragon Ball Z Kai Part Seven (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

Anime Reviews

Dragon Ball Z Kai Part Seven (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

We will now review Dragon Ball Z KAI Part Seven released by FUNimation. Wait, stop, just keep reading! This set contains episodes 78-88 in two DVDs that cover the ending...

May.02

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood: the Sacred Star of Milos (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood: the Sacred Star of Milos (Blu-ray/DVD) Review

When the final episode of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood aired in Japan in 2010, a teaser showed up once the credits finished rolling. Eagle-eyed viewers spotted that there would be an...

Apr.27

Heaven's Lost Property: Forte (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Heaven's Lost Property: Forte (DVD) Review

A direct sequel to last year’s release of Heaven’s Lost Property, Heaven’s Lost Property: Forte is a great example of a sequel improving on the quality of the original. Much...

Apr.25

Heaven’s Lost Property (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

Anime Reviews

Heaven’s Lost Property (DVD/Blu-ray) Review

If you were given a sexy, busty, female android who would do anything for you, what would you do with her? If you’re anything like me, you would make her...

Apr.20

Little Busters! (PC) Review

Visual Novel

Little Busters! (PC) Review

What's your biggest regret? That's the central theme to Key's 2008 visual novel Little Busters! where a group of friends tries to overcome their dark past by wondering about the...

Apr.17

Retsu Tateo (館尾冽) Interview

Interview

Retsu Tateo (館尾冽) Interview

Retsu Tateo (館尾冽) is a female Japanese mangaka best known for her illustrations in Full Metal Panic!  She has followed the main story of series as closely as possible by...

Apr.14

Site

The-O Network Migrations

I'm sure some of you have noticed we've gotten a new look! We've scaled back on some of the bulk from our previous version and we've also moved on to...

Apr.13

Roundtable Interview with Gen Urobuchi, Atsuhiro Iwakami and Katsushi Ota

Interview

Roundtable Interview with Gen Urobuchi, Atsuhiro Iwakami and Katsushi Ota

Our very own Roger Lee was on the scene in Seattle last weekend at Sakura-Con 2012 for an exclusive roundtable interview with Nitroplus screenwriter Gen Urobuchi, producer Atsuhiro Iwakami and...

Apr.13

.hack//Quantum (DVD/Blu-ray Combo) Review

Anime Reviews

.hack//Quantum (DVD/Blu-ray Combo) Review

As of February 14th the, .hack series has returned to American audiences nationwide in the form of a three episode long OVA series called .hack//Quantum. FUNimation Entertainment announced they had...

Apr.12

Anime News

Akihabara's Good Smile Cafe [Madoka x Type-Moon]

Though a little dated, better late than never. As with every winter, I make a yearly trip back to Asia and I always stop by Japan for a couple of...

Apr.09

Okami-san and Her Seven Companions (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Okami-san and Her Seven Companions (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

Before I start, let me get something straight: I wanted to like Okamisan and Her Seven Companions, I really did. With Yoshiaki Iwasaki, one of the creative directors of Love Hina, at...

Apr.06

Press Releases

AX12 Announces Voice Actor Steve Blum as GoH

LOS ANGELES (April 6, 2012) – Anime Expo, North America's largest anime, manga and Japanese pop culture celebration, today announced popular voice actor Steve Blum as an Official Guest of...

Apr.05

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Voices Added to Koihime Musou

April 6th, 2012--We at MangaGamer are proud to announce the addition of voices to Koihime Musou! Though it was a long, hard road getting to this point, we're proud to make...

Apr.03

lists

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Apr.01

Jack Niida: NIS America Producer Interview

Interview

Jack Niida: NIS America Producer Interview

We at T-ONO recently had a chance to interview NIS America producer Jack Niida at their annual press event in San Francisco. With the upcoming release of Atelier Meruru on the PlayStation...

Mar.31

Press Releases

Fate/Zero Opening Singer LiSA is Coming to America!

SANTA MONICA, CA (March 31, 2012) – Fans of the hit anime series Fate/Zero can really look forward to this summer. At her recent concert at the Anime Contents Expo...

Mar.30

Press Releases

KIMI NI TODOKE -FROM ME TO YOU- VOLUME 3 PREMIUM EDITION RELEASES IN NORTH AMERICA IN JULY!

  Santa Ana, CA (March 29, 2012) – NIS America proudly announced today that the high school romance kimi ni todoke -From Me to You- Volume 3 Premium Edition will be...

Mar.30

Press Releases

ANOHANA: THE FLOWER WE SAW THAT DAY COMPLETE SERIES PREMIUM EDITION RELEASES IN JULY!

  Santa Ana, CA (March 29, 2012) – NIS America is excited to announce the release of anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day Complete Series Premium Edition, the heartwarming story...

Mar.30

Press Releases

DUNGEON CRAWLER-STYLE RPG LEGASISTA™ FOR THE PS3 EXCLUSIVELY ON PSN THIS AUGUST!

  Santa Ana, Calif. (March 29, 2012) – NIS America is excited to announce that Legasista will be available exclusively on PlayStation®3 via PlayStation®Network this August. Legasista is a dungeon crawler-style...

Mar.30

Press Releases

MUGEN SOULS™ RELEASES EXCLUSIVELY ON PS3 THIS FALL IN NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE!

Santa Ana, Calif. (March 29, 2012) – NIS America proudly announced their plan to release Mugen Souls in North America and Europe later this year exclusively for the PlayStation 3...

Mar.30

Press Releases

THE WITCH AND THE HUNDRED KNIGHTS RELEASES EXCLUSIVELY ON PLAYSTATION®3!

Santa Ana, Calif. (March 29, 2012) – NIS America is excited to announce the winter release of The Witch and the Hundred Knights exclusively on PS3 in North America and...

Mar.29

Gaming News

NIS America Press Event 2012 LIVE!!!

Late post but if you are reading this head over to our twitter page for live updates of NIS America's 2012 Press Event!!! twitter.com/tononet

Mar.28

Hyperdimension Neptunia MK2 (PS3) Review

Game Reviews

Hyperdimension Neptunia MK2 (PS3) Review

In the last Hyperdimension Neptunia, we saw intrepid protagonists save the world known as Gamindustri from evil. In Hyperdimension Neptunia MK2, brought to us by NIS America, we find Gamindustri...

Mar.26

Cave Story 3D (3DS) Review

Game Reviews

Cave Story 3D (3DS) Review

In 2004, a man named Daisuke Amaya released a freeware game known as Cave Story for the PC. A labor of love, Amaya spent the better part of more than...

Mar.24

Press Releases

J-Rock screamo band Dazzle Vision in new UTAU software

March 23, 2012 - Japanese hard-rock screamo band Dazzle Vision posted photos on their Twitter account today previewing the release of vocalist Maiko's voice-synthesized alter-ego. Famous for her "Death Voice...

Mar.22

Press Releases

HoriPro Japan announces 37th Annual Talent Scout Caravan

March 21, 2012 - Japanese talent agency HoriPro announced the start of its 37th HoriPro Talent Scout Caravan talent auditions today in Japan. This year's goal is to find a...

Mar.20

May'n Heat (CD/Album) Review

Music Reviews

May'n Heat (CD/Album) Review

Fresh off her 2012 world tour announcement, J-Pop singer May'n's third album "Heat" is a j-rock and j-pop purist's delight. Featuring the songs "Scarlet Ballet" which was used for the...

Mar.17

May'n Rhythm Tank!! BD Review

Music Reviews

May'n Rhythm Tank!! BD Review

The indoor arena, Nippon Budokan, is one of the most famous venues at which a musician can perform in Japan, and pop singer May'n has performed there solo -- twice...

Mar.16

May’n If you (CD/DVD) Review

Music Reviews

May’n If you (CD/DVD) Review

If you are reading this then you probably like May’n, If you are wondering who May’n is, then keep reading. If you are wondering why I am saying If you...

Mar.08

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid Sakura Shinguji & Koubu Set

Anime fans from the 90s rejoice! Good Smile Company has put their best foot forward and made a return to anime from the good old days. Like a blast from...

Mar.05

Press Releases

NIS AMERICA BRINGS ZAKURO COMPLETE SERIES PREMIUM EDITION TO THE NORTH AMERICAN MARKET!

  Santa Ana, CA (March 5, 2012) – NIS America is proud to announce today that the supernatural romantic drama, Zakuro Complete Series Premium Edition, will be released by NIS America...

Mar.05

My Girlfriend is the President (PC) Review

Visual Novel

My Girlfriend is the President (PC) Review

What do you get when you mix aliens, earth, brainwashing, hot girls, comedy and a panda? Well, you get My Girlfriend is The President that’s what! It was animated by...

Mar.01

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Release of DEARDROPS!

  March 2, 2012--We at MangaGamer are proud to announce the release of DEARDROPS! “Music you were destined to encounter, with friends you were destined to meet—”A violinist, entrusted with great...

Feb.27

AKB48: To Be Continued (DVD) Review

Movies

AKB48: To Be Continued (DVD) Review

In Documentary of AKB48: To Be Continued presented by New People Entertainment, we are taken behind the scenes and into the lives of the all-female Japanese idol group, AKB48. As...

Feb.26

Listing

Animation on Display 2012 Report

In honor of our founding fathers, we at T-ONO had the opportunity last President’s Day weekend to do something special that would have made both George Washington and Abraham Lincoln...

Feb.23

Press Releases

VIZ PRODUCTIONS & WARNER BROTHERS TO DEVELOP BLEACH LIVE ACTION MOVIE AFTER BANNER YEAR

VIZ Media’s Mega-Hit Franchise Continues To Expand Across All Entertainment Channels, Win In Ratings, And Top Best Seller Lists   San Francisco, CA, February 23, 2012 – VIZ Media, the largest distributor...

Feb.16

Music

May'n New Album and World Tour Announcement

Earlier this week, the official homepage for Japanese singer May'n announced she will be releasing her third full album titled Heat on March 21, 2012. The album will include the song...

Feb.15

ICE (DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

ICE (DVD) Review

In a post-Apocalyptic setting where all human males have ceased to exist, what else do you have to do than form strong female-female “friendships” while injecting your nether regions with...

Feb.10

Press Releases

VIZ MEDIA RELEASES NEW SHOJO MANGA A DEVIL AND HER LOVE SONG

  An Outspoken Outsider With Amazing Singing Talent Tries To Fit In And Still Maintain Her Hard Edge In The Latest Manga Series From VIZ Media’s Shojo Beat Imprint   San Francisco, CA...

Feb.07

Trigun: Badlands Rumble (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Trigun: Badlands Rumble (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

For many fans, Trigun was a very memorable series due to its lovable protagonist, Vash the Stampede, and its futuristic space western setting. Unlike another popular space western series, Cowboy...

Feb.06

Press Releases

THE OCCULT ACADEMY OPENS ITS DOORS TO NORTH AMERICA THIS MAY!

  Santa Ana, CA (February 3, 2012) – NIS America is excited to announce today that the horror comedy Occult Academy Complete Series Premium Edition will be available in North America...

Feb.03

Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040 (DVD) Classic Review

Anime Reviews

Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040 (DVD) Classic Review

Way back during the Nineties when the VHS was king and not Blu-Ray/DVD, there were tons of classic and beloved anime that were released into the United States.  One particular...

Feb.02

Press Releases

Niconico and Aniplex of America presents "Puella Magi Madoka Magica English Screening Premiere"

Niconico and Aniplex of America presents"Puella Magi Madoka Magica English Screening Premiere"A FREE simultaneous streaming live event Aniplex of America has announced today that they will host an Exclusive Screening of...

Feb.02

Chaos; Head (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

Anime Reviews

Chaos; Head (Blu-Ray/DVD) Review

If you had the power to delude anyone into seeing the world the exact way that you want them to, what would you make them see? Studio Madhouse's (the Girl...

Feb.01

Anime News

VIZ Unveils Shonen Jump Alpha

The event held by VIZ Media on Saturday, January 28th at the West Hollywood Library in Los Angeles was to introduce their brand-new digital manga website, Shonen Jump Alpha, to...

Jan.27

Anime News

[Fashion] Evangelion Parkas

Fashion retailer Mobacolle is collaborating with anime studio Gainax to release cat eared parkas based on the hit Evangelion series. The parkas are based on each of the Evangelion units...

Jan.26

Press Releases

L'ARC~EN~CIEL Make New York City Debut with Headlining Show at Madison Square Garden

  L’ARC-EN-CIEL MAKE NEW YORK CITY DEBUT WITH HEADLINING SHOW AT MADISONSQUARE GARDEN BAND MAKES HISTORY BEING THE FIRST JAPANESE ARTIST TO HEADLINE THE LEGENDARYVENUE "The biggest band you've never heard of." -...

Jan.24

Press Releases

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION to release their first greatest hits album

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION to release their album in the US for the first time! ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION will be releasing their very first greatest hits album consisting 17 songs from their...

Jan.19

Press Releases

HYPERDIMENSION NEPTUNIA MK2 SHIPS OUT ON FEBRUARY 28, 2012!

  Santa Ana, Calif. (January 19, 2012) – NIS America announced today that Hyperdimension Neptunia mk2 for the PlayStation®3 Computer Entertainment System will be shipped out on February 28, 2012 in...

Jan.19

News Blurbs

Hyperdimension Neptunia Mk2 Coming this Feb.

Neptunia fans rejoice, NIS America has just officially announced the game will be shipped out on February 28, 2012 in North America, and February 24, 2012 in Europe.     

Jan.15

Gaming News

Atelier Meruru PS3 NA and EU Announced! (video)

Yes Atelier fans, NIS America has announced on Friday that they will be releasing the third Arland installment, Atelier Meruru: The Apprentice of Arland in North America and Europe this...

Jan.13

Anime News

Spring 2012 Anime Chart

Check out what's upcoming in Spring! A new season of the majhong anime Saki, the second part to Fate/zero, and a sequel to mecha anime Eureka Seven titled Eureka Seven...

Jan.13

Anime News

New Animated Code Geass Projects for 2012

At a press conference held earlier yesterday, new details about upcoming Code Geass projected were announced. Code Geass: Boukoku no Akito (Akito the Exiled) Currently it is unclear if this will be...

Jan.03

Anime News

Bandai Entertainment Halts Releases

Another blow to the anime industry, we have received official word today Bandai Entertainment will "stop releasing new titles on DVD, Blu-ray and Manga formats starting in February of 2012." Although Bandai...

Dec.31

Press Releases

Natsume's Book of Friends Acquired by NIS America for North American Retail Release

Santa Ana, CA (December 30, 2011) – NIS America is excited to announce the acquisition of Natsume's Book of Friends (working title; JPN: Natsume Yūjin-Chō), an extraordinary heartwarming drama about...

Dec.28

Anime News

Good Smile Cafe Taiwan Photos!

Figure maker Good Smile Company opened a branching cafe in Taiwan earlier this month and a couple of our staffers happened to be in the neighborhood. While we wait for...

Dec.27

News Blurbs

Happy Holidays!

From all of us at The-O Network Online, Happy Holidays! Here's to a another great year!

Dec.26

News Blurbs

Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA 2012 Sequel Teaser

Sega has released an awesome teaser trailer! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeRHedFRNfM

Dec.12

Anime News

ONA "Kyousogiga" Streamed on NicoNico and YouTube

The popularity of ONA (Original Net Animation) has been picking up recently, and last week NamcoBandai published Kyousogiga, an episode-length video to its NicoNico and YouTube pages. Kyousogiga was created...

Dec.09

Press Releases

Nyu Media Announces Indie Gaming Publishing Partnership with Capcom

SAN FRANCISCO – Dec. 9, 2011 – Nyu Media, Ltd. is excited to announce the completion of a publishing partnership with Capcom U.S.A., Inc. that will bring their slate of...

Dec.01

Press Releases

Fate/Zero Simultaneous Release

SANTA MONICA, CA (December 1, 2011) – Aniplex of America Inc. announced today that the Fate/Zero - Blu-ray Disc Box I will be imported from Japan and released in North...

Nov.29

Figure News

[Alter] Selvaria Bles Swim Wear Figure

Alter unveiled a full colored prototype of the voluptuous Selvaria Bles from the hit video game and anime series, Valkyria Chronicles earlier last week at the Autumn MegaHobby Expo. The figure was originally...

Nov.27

Press Releases

Rurouni Kenshin Reflection Live Stream

TOKYO, JAPAN (November 25, 2011) --niwango Inc., known for its "Nico Nico Douga (Niconico)" video sharing website (www.nicovideo.jp), and Aniplex Inc. have jointly announced today that they will host a...

Nov.23

Figure News

[Alter] 1/8 PVC Panty Anarchy (Panty & Stocking)

Fans of the popular Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt anime will be thrilled to learn that one of the top figure makers, Alter, has unveiled a stunning colored PVC sample...

Nov.23

Press Releases

FULLMETAL BATTLE FOR iPhone and iPod Touch

Flower Mound, TEXAS - November 21, 2011 - FUNimation Entertainment announced today the launch of the highly anticipated iPhone game based on the acclaimed anime series "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood." Developed...

Nov.16

Convention News

Yaoi-Con 2011 Cosplays

For those of you who haven't checked our gallery in a couple weeks, just click on the image above for some awesome cosplay photos from Yaoi-Con that was held late...

Nov.05

Fate/Extra (PSP) Review

Game Reviews

Fate/Extra (PSP) Review

Fate/Extra is one of the latest chapters in the highly popular Fate/stay night series by visual novel maker, Type-Moon. Fans of the franchise will be pleased to know the game...

Nov.05

Gaming News

Full Version PV of "NEW Love Plus" Streamed

Earlier this week, Konami posted the full-version commercial of NEW Love Plus for the Nintendo 3DS to their YouTube channel. It provides a complete overview of the upgraded feature set...

Oct.27

Anime News

Launch Trailer for "Kokoro Connect" Anime Streamed

Earlier today, Enterbrain posted the launch trailer for a recently-announced anime, Kokoro Connect. Kokoro Connect was originally a light novel written by Anda Sadanatsu with illustrations by Yukiko Horiguchi (character...

Oct.27

Anime News

Black Rock Shooter TV Anime Trailer

The official website for the 8 episode TV animation of Black Rock Shooter has just released a trailer. Visually, the combat scenes are gorgeously animated; however, fans will quickly notice...

Oct.25

Daisuke Amaya: Cave Story Creator Interview

Interview

Daisuke Amaya: Cave Story Creator Interview

Earlier this year, we had interviewed the creator of Cave Story, Daisuke Amaya at a press event hosted by NIS America. Amaya, who is also known as Pixel, had designed, programmed...

Oct.23

Gaming News

Gundam SD Capsule Fighter Coming to US

Gundam fans will be excited to hear that SD Gundam Capsule Fighter, a MMOTPS created by Softmax, was announced to be released in the US by an online game publisher...

Oct.22

yukie

Miku Party at 9 Cities Across USA!

This coming November (11/10), an event called "Miku Party" will be held at 8 different cities across USA! and San Francisco is one of them. This is a world-wide celebration event for...

Oct.21

Sekiranun Graffiti CD Review

Music Reviews

Sekiranun Graffiti CD Review

Sekiranun Graffiti is the second American musical release which featured the virtual idol, Hatsune Miku after the first album, Supercell Feat. Hatsune Miku, topped the iTunes chart back in May...

Oct.20

Anime News

Puella Magi Madoka Magica English Release Details

At New York Comic Con earlier this month, Aniplex of America had announced information regarding the American release of Puella Magi Madoka Magica and the full details has just been...

Oct.19

Press Releases

Madoka Magica casts a spell on TinierMe!

  SAN FRANCISCO, CA - October 18th TinierMe, the virtual world and gaming site that focuses on Japanese animation, released a Puella Magi Madoka Magica collaboration campaign and avatar item set...

Oct.19

Press Releases

L’Arc-en-Ciel announces WORLD TOUR 2012!

  Ranking number 1 on ORICON’s weekly singles chart with their 2nd single release, “X X X” on their 20th anniversary year. L’Arc-en-Ciel announced their 2012 World Tour. While the band is...

Oct.14

Figure News

[GSC] 1/8 Shinobu (Bakemonogatari)

Figure maker Good Smile Company released the complete colored photos of Shinobu Oshino from the hit series Bakemonogatari earlier this week. Based on the cover art for the 6th volume...

Oct.07

Anime News

Latest LAWSON Raffle: Exclusive "Index" Goods

LAWSON, a chain of convenience stores in Japan, just announced their latest campaign which starts next week. It's a number of goods from the series A Certain Magical Index (Toaru...

Oct.06

Press Releases

Star Driver English Site Launched for NYCC

October 6, 2011 (Cypress, CA) – Bandai Entertainment announced the launch of www.stardriver.bandai-ent.com -- an English website dedicated to its upcoming anime release Star Driver. Created by studio BONES (Eureka Seven, Cowboy...

Oct.04

Press Releases

Gundam UC Vol. 4 North American Release!

October 3, 2011 (Cypress, CA) –Bandai Entertainment announced the specs today for Mobile Suit Gundam UC (Unicorn) Vol. 4 "At the Bottom of the Gravity Well" Blu-ray. Mobile Suit GundamUC (Unicorn)...

Sep.27

Gaming News

Trailer for Vocaloid Game “Project Mirai” at TGS 2011

At Tokyo Game Show this year, SEGA announced the latest entry into the series of Vocaloid games for handheld systems with "Project Mirai" on the 3DS. The trailer is now available on...

Sep.27

Katanagatari Review

Anime Reviews

Katanagatari Review

Katanagatari is an anime adaption of the light novel written by Niso Ishin and illustrated by Take. White Fox did the anime adaption which aired on January of 2010 and...

Sep.23

Convention News

J-Pop Summit Festival 2011 Report

Being an anime fan in the Bay Area of California is great for a lot of reasons, but one of the main pulls is the fact that we have so...

Sep.21

Press Releases

Fate/Zero to be Aired Worldwide Simultaneously

TOKYO, JAPAN (September 21, 2010) -- niwango Inc., known for its "Nico Nico Douga" video sharing website (www.nicovideo.jp), and Aniplex Inc. have jointly announced today that they will premiere Aniplex's...

Sep.15

Anime News

Bakemonogatari Prequel and Sequel Websites Launch with New Trailer

The official websites for Kizumonogatari and Nisemonogatari anime -- the prequel and sequel to Bakemonogatari, respectively -- have launched, both featuring an new front-page illustration and trailer. Currently only the...

Sep.14

Figure News

ClariS Set - Irony Ver. Nendoroid Petites

Alice and Clara are definitely special. Being the popular junior high idol unit known as ClariS, they have been made famous by singing the opening songs for popular anime series...

Sep.13

Shigeto Koyama Interview

Interview

Shigeto Koyama Interview

We here at T-ONO pride ourselves on covering unique and rare news items, and during my trip to San Diego Comic-Con 2011, I got the chance to do just that...

Sep.12

Press Releases

Aksys Games announces release date for Fate/EXTRA

TORRANCE, Calif. – September 12, 2011 – Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment software, is proud to announce that Fate/EXTRA, the RPG based on the hit series Fate/stay night...

Sep.09

Figure News

[KOTO] 1/8 Takamachi Nanoha -School Uniform- PVC

Figures from the series Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha seem to never stop releasing, maybe because most of them are either insanely cute and/or well sculptured. In any event, this time...

Sep.03

Anime News

Black Rock Shooter TV Anime in January 2012

Black Rock Shooter will be receiving a TV broadcasted anime in January of 2012. Black Rock Shooter as an animation started off with an OVA that was released in July...

Sep.02

Alpha (有葉) Artist Interview

Interview

Alpha (有葉) Artist Interview

Japanese artist Alpha made her first visit earlier this year to Anime Expo 2011 held in Los Angeles. Alpha is an illustrator for the visual novel company, Akabeisoft2 and has...

Sep.01

Korean Vocaloid3's SeeU!

Music

Korean Vocaloid3's SeeU!

As part of the birthday celebration of the highly popular Vocaloid Hatsune Miku, the Vocaloid 3 Korean Mascot was revealed ealier this week. Banking on the ever popular moe style...

Aug.30

[GSC] Hatsune Miku: Love Is War 1/8 PVC

Figure News

[GSC] Hatsune Miku: Love Is War 1/8 PVC

Good Smile Company has teased us for almost a year now, originally with the unpainted version of the figure appearing at various figure shows in Japan, and finally preview photos...

Aug.30

Press Releases

MangaGamer announces Go Go Nippon

August 30, 2011--We at MangaGamer are proud to announce Go Go Nippon! Have you ever thought of playing a Visual Novel, but didn't know what's best to start with? Or didn't...

Aug.28

Anime News

Fall Anime 2011 Chart

Fall is shaping up to be an amazing season for anime with many titles to keep an eye out on! Supercell fans are probably already aware of Guilty Crown, with...

Aug.25

Gaming News

Black Rock Shooter PSP Game USA/EU Licensed

We had speculated the high likelihood that NIS America would release the game back in November 2010 when the company had announced they had secured the rights publish games by Imageepoch, developer for...

Aug.22

Kalafina (カラフィナ) Interview

Interview

Kalafina (カラフィナ) Interview

Japanese all female group Kalafina, made their second American appearance at Anime Expo from July 1-4, 2011. Consisting of vocalists, Keiko Kubota, Wakana Ōtaki, and Hikaru Masai, the group was...

Aug.19

Anime News

Amagami Season 2 Incoming!

The hit school romance, Amagami SS will be getting a second season. The news was announced earlier this month on August 13 at the TBS Anime Festa 2011 held at...

Aug.18

Press Releases

Gamescom Dota 2 Trailer (video)

August 15, 2011 - In anticipation of The International, the inaugural Dota 2 Championships at Gamescom from August 17-21, Valve has released the first Dota 2 trailer today.  Experience the...

Aug.17

Gashicon Interview @ FanimeCon 2011

Interview

Gashicon Interview @ FanimeCon 2011

Japanese fashion designer, Gashicon was at FanimeCon 2011 which was held earlier this year at the San Jose Convention Center from May 27-30, 2011. Gashicon is also best known for...

Aug.16

Press Releases

K-ON! and Haruhi comes to J-POP SUMMIT FESTIVAL

August 16, 2011 (Cypress, CA) – Bandai Entertainment announced today they would have special events at this year’s J-POP SUMMIT FESTIVAL in San Francisco, August 27 and 28th. The J-POP SUMMIT...

Aug.09

Maon Kurosaki (黒崎 真音) Interview @ Anime Expo 2011

Interview

Maon Kurosaki (黒崎 真音) Interview @ Anime Expo 2011

The new girl on the block, Japanese singer Maon Kurosaki made her first American debut in Los Angeles at Anime Expo 2011. Kurosaki-san started her career relatively recently in 2010...

Aug.08

Press Releases

Brazil Wins World Cosplay Summit

World Cosplay Summit 2011: Brazilian Brother & Sister Pair Take Home 2nd Championship August 7, 2011 (Sun), the eagerly anticipated World Cosplay Championship kicks off with a monstrous audience of 17,000. This year’s...

Aug.04

Anime

Digital Manga: Too Little Too Late?

Since fans have been pushing for digital manga distribution for so long, the last thing I want to do is complain now that it's finally here. On the one hand...

Aug.04

Technology

Jmanga.com: Manga's Brave New World

Fans of anime and manga have been very aware of how powerful digital distribution can be, but that power traditionally stemmed from the hands of thieves. Some of them, like...

Aug.04

Convention News

Anime Expo 2011 Cosplays

One of the largest anime convention in North America is sure to attract some of the best cosplays from all around. Check our gallery now! http://www.t-ono.net/Gallery/Cosplays/Anime-Expo-2011/

Aug.02

Press Releases

Sega reveals The House of the Dead: OVERKILL - Extended Cut, Naked Terror

The House of the Dead: OVERKILL - Extended Cut, Naked Terror Revealed Today we are proud to reveal Naked Terror, the first of two exclusive levels from The House of the...

Aug.02

Press Releases

MangaGamer announces Conquering the Queen!

July 31st, 2011--We at MangaGamer are proud to announce Conquering the Queen! Liked Berserk but thought it had too much blood and not enough sex? Then Conquering the Queen is...

Aug.02

Press Releases

MangaGamer announces Harem Party!

July 31st, 2011--We at MangaGamer are proud to announce Harem Party! Ever wish you could get it on with that hot sorceress in your favorite RPG? Well, now you can!

Aug.02

Press Releases

MangaGamer releases We Love Master

July 31st, 2011 - We at MangaGamer are proud to announce We Love Master is now available for purchase!

Jul.31

Arakawa Under the Bridge Review

Anime Reviews

Arakawa Under the Bridge Review

Arakawa Under the Bridge is an anime adaption of Hikaru Nakamura’s ongoing work in Young Gan Gan. It was produced by studio Shaft and broadcasted in Japan on April 2010. ...

Jul.25

Press Releases

BUNRAKU screening at Otakon 2011

LOS ANGELES, (July 25, 2011) ­ ARC Entertainment and XLrator Media will sneak preview BUNRAKU for East Coast audiences at the 18th annual Otakon in Baltimore, MD on Friday, July...

Jul.23

Figure News

Summer Wonder Festival 2011 Coverage

As it is tradition, we will be posting updates from one of the largest figure conventions, Wonder Festival! We've seen a plethora of figures and Nendoroids from Puella Magi Madoka Magica...

Jul.23

Ryusuke Hamamoto Interview

Interview

Ryusuke Hamamoto Interview

Ryusuke Hamamoto is a Japanese artist who is probably best known for his character design work on the Petit Eva: Evangelion@School series. Hamamoto-san has also adapted characters from popular anime...

Jul.22

Press Releases

Japanese Manga Portal Website ­ JManga.com To Launch August 17, 2011 in North America

Japan¹s Digital Comic Association (*1), comprised of 39 Japanese publishers, is currently testing out its new manga portal website targeting North America ­ JManga.com ­ in a closed beta as...

Jul.15

Itoh & Sasaki Vocaloid Creators Interview

Interview

Itoh & Sasaki Vocaloid Creators Interview

The internet sensation Hatsune Miku is well known around the world. Originally a musical voice synthesizer program named Vocaloid 2, fans have created a whole subculture of music, artworks, and...

Jul.13

Figure News

Madoka Replica Soul Gem Pendants and Rings for Sale

Although not really figure news, fans of the popular Puella Magi Madoka Magica series will be please to learn that COSPLA will be releasing a replica of the Soul Gem...

Jul.13

Artist Kazue Yamamoto Interview

Interview

Artist Kazue Yamamoto Interview

Amongst the various guests that appeared at Anime Expo, illustrator Kazue Yamamoto, who is also President of visual novel company Denbonosu, made a surprise visit at MangaGamer's booth. Yamamoto-san is...

Jul.10

Shinji Katakura Interview @ AX11

Interview

Shinji Katakura Interview @ AX11

People may have seen Shinji Katakura clad in a black ninja outfit sketching at the MangaGamer booth during previous years at Anime Expo.  For those who might not know, Katakura...

Jul.08

Anime Expo 2011

Miyuki Sawashiro Panel @ AX2011

In a completely packed room with fans that waited hours in line, Miyuki Sawashiro held her panel on July 1, 2011 at Anime Expo 2011. Miyuki Sawashiro is a...

Jul.08

Danny Choo Interview @ Anime Expo 2011

Interview

Danny Choo Interview @ Anime Expo 2011

This year was North America's largest anime convention, Anime Expo's 20th anniversary. To celebrate, the convention decided to bring back some of it's more popular guests and otaku blogger Danny...

Jul.08

Anime

Anime Expo 2011 Loot!

Another year of Anime Expo has come and gone.  Time goes by quick when you're busy running around the convention attending events, taking pictures, or buying goodies.  Luckily, I was...

Jul.07

Convention News

Mikunopolis Highlight Video

For those of you who were not able to watch the Hatsune Miku concert, Mikunopolis at Anime Expo, you can check out the 8 minute highlight footage below. Video provided...

Jul.06

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Acquisition of Dengeki Stryker

03 July 2011 - Los Angeles, CA We at MangaGamer are excited to announce our license of Dengeki Stryker, the sixth and newest game from OVERDRIVE. A mad mashup of crazy...

Jun.28

Wagnaria!! (Working!!) Review

Anime Reviews

Wagnaria!! (Working!!) Review

The-O Network Online has been undergoing some staff changes as of late, and we're all very lucky and very glad to have snapped up a new anime reviewer, Ken Ohata...

Jun.27

Podcasts

The O-Cast: Fanime 2011

Another convention-themed podcast! Well, it is convention season after all, so dig in. Fanime is a San Jose based convention that does an excellent job of staying true to the...

Jun.24

Anime News

U.S. Man Arrested in Canada for Possession and Importation of Manga

The title may sound too ridiculous to be true, but it's not. According to the Comic Books Legal Defense Fund, the CBLDF, a U.S. citizen was flying from his home...

Jun.21

Sakura-Con 2011

Exist Trace Concert Photos from Sakura-Con 2011

Japanese visual-kei metal band, Exist Trace made their electrifying American debut in Seattle Washington earlier this year at Sakura-Con 2011. Check out our photos of this all girl band! Don't forget...

Jun.20

Convention News

AM2 Site Hacked

In an interesting twist, a hacker had apparently broke into new comer anime convention, AM2 site over the weekend and fabricated a false message stating the convention had been cancelled...

Jun.17

Anime News

Viz Media Publishing Yaoi?

Viz Media LLC has been a long time rock in the North American anime and manga industry. Titles like Naruto, Bleach, Death Note, and Dragonball have all helped keep the...

Jun.17

Figure News

[GSC] 1/1 Scale Vinyl Kyubey

For those who have not been pleased with the recent plush offerings of Kyubey from the popular series, Puella Magi Madoka Magica, figure maker Good Smile Company is offering a...

Jun.15

FanimeCon 2011

FanimeCon 2011 Special Auction

On the last day of this year's FanimeCon, a special charity auction was held by one of the guests, Mamoru Yokota. Nineteen amazing colored sketch and autographs done by popular artists...

Jun.13

Convention News

(UPDATED) K-ON! Seiyuus @ Anime Expo 2011?

We've been hearing chatter within the industry lines for the past few months that Japanese voice actresses for a popular anime series about a high school girl band may be...

Jun.12

Convention News

FanimeCon 2011 Cosplays!

FanimeCon 2011 has come and gone, but the images of some of the awesome cosplayers live on in photos! Stop on by our gallery and check them out! Enter FanimeCon 2011...

Jun.11

yukie

Vocaloid 3 is Officially Announced!

Just found out about this news~ And it seems it isn't reported on any English websites yet~ On June 8th, YAMAHA hosted a Nico Nico Douga live stream and released news...

Jun.10

Press Releases

Toshiyuki Morikawa and Taliesin Jaffe will appear at Anime Expo 2011

Two more voice actors, Toshiyuki Morikawa and Taliesin Jaffe, was announced that they will appear at Anime Expo 2011 as Guests of Honor.  Morikawa has voiced Griffith from the anime...

Jun.09

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2011

E3 Final Fantasy XIII-2 Hands On Impression

Earlier this year, Square Enix announced the second direct sequel to be ever released for any Final Fantasy game, Final Fantasy XIII-2. And knowing about the Final Fantasy franchise, their...

Jun.09

Yuya Matsushita Interview @ FanimeCon '11

Interview

Yuya Matsushita Interview @ FanimeCon '11

Japanese pop sensation Yuya Matsushita made his first American live performance in San Jose, California at the anime convention, FanimeCon 2011. Matsushita is probably best know for his music featured...

Jun.08

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2011

E3 Dead Island Hands On

We managed to get a sneak peak at the new upcoming game, Dead Island, with the developers from Techland. Dead Island is a first person horror action adventure game that...

Jun.06

Podcasts

The-O Cast: Wondercon 2011

Hello Ocasters! We are back after a short hiatus to bring you the latest and greatest diatribes about none other than Wondercon 2011. We bring you our impressions about the...

Jun.06

Gaming News

iPhone Japanese Games Part 2

The multipart segment of the iPhone Japanese games series is back!  Ever since my first iPhone Games list, more companies have started to release new games based on old classic...

Jun.06

Dynasty Warriors 7 Review

Game Reviews

Dynasty Warriors 7 Review

Already on its seventh edition, Omega Force’s Dynasty Warriors series has been equally hated and loved. Dynasty Warriors 7 comes out one year after the ten year anniversary of Dynasty...

Jun.03

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Three Additional Guest Companies for Anime Expo

June 3rd, 2011--We at MangaGamer are proud to announce three more companies who will be joining us this year at Anime Expo! This time, we're proud to introduce several major game...

Jun.03

Blogs

Jobs, Jobs, and More Jobs

Hail, T-Ono Denizens. I've recently graduated a State college with a degree in English Literature. What does that earn me? A slim chance at landing a career oriented job in...

Jun.02

Music

American Fan Song in Hatsune Miku Arcade

Video game maker Sega had ran a contest for fans to submit their own songs for the popular rhythm arcade game, Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Arcade. One of the songs...

May.31

Press Releases

Miyuki Sawashiro @ Anime Expo 2011

Anime Expo announced today that Japanese voice actress and singer Miyuki Sawashiro will be joining as Guest of Honor this year.  Sawashiro has worked on the anime adaptation of Black★Rock Shooter...

May.20

Site Related

Site Updates / Delays

First of all I want to apologize for the sparse news updates. We're currently gearing up for another busy convention year prepping interviews, making arrangements for film and photography rights...

May.16

Press Releases

NIS America Announces Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland for PS3

Santa Ana, Calif. – NIS America is excited to announce the fall release of Atelier Totori: The Adventurer of Arland in North America and Europe exclusively for the PlayStation®3 (PS3™)...

May.16

Press Releases

Cladun x2 Available on the PSP This Summer

Santa Ana, Calif. –NIS America is proud to announce the release of Cladun x2 for the PlayStation® Portable this summer in North America and Europe! Cladun x2 will be available...

May.16

Press Releases

Bleach Resurrección Coming to North America This Summer

Santa Ana, Calif. (May 13, 2011) – NIS America, Inc. is proud to reveal today the summer 2011 release of Bleach: Soul Resurrección, a heart-pounding action game for the PlayStation®3...

May.16

Figure News

[Freeing] 1/4 PVC Satellizer el Bridget (Freezing)

At a figure show earlier last week, figure Maker FREEing unveiled a whooping 1/4 scale figure of the voluptuous Satelizer el Bridget from the hit series Freezing. She will...

May.12

Convention News

Hatsune Miku 3D Concert @ Anime Expo 2011

Envious Hatsune Miku fans everywhere probably heard about the live 3D projection concert that took place in Japan last year. Just hours ago, the news went out that the next...

May.12

Anime News

(Updated) Summer Anime List 2011

Summer is around the corner and that typically means reruns on TV, but not for anime! Fans of the all female mangaka group CLAMP will be please to learn that...

May.07

Press Releases

AM² Proudly Welcomes the Ladies of SCANDAL as Official Musical Guests of Honor

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (May 6, 2011) – The "most powerful Japanese Girlie Pop Rock" band, SCANDAL, is scheduled to appear and perform at AM2 – this summer's most anticipated anime...

May.07

Anime News

Full Metal Panic! Story Continues

While the final full volumed novel of Full Metal Panic! written by Shoji Gatoh ended on August 2010, the 15th volume of the manga adaptation, Full Metal Panic! Sigma, released...

May.06

Press Releases

Chart Topping JPN Trio Kalafina @ Anime Expo 2011

Anime Expo, North America’s largest anime and manga celebration, had just announced a live concert with the chart-topping, female Japanese pop trio, Kalafina, when it returns to the L.A. Convention...

May.03

Music

Berryz Kobo Girls @ Sakura-Con 2011 Photos

All female Japanese idol group, Berryz Kobo made their first debut appearance in America at Sakura-Con 2011. From holding a panel, to putting on a spectacular performance, fans were screaming...

Apr.29

Convention

Wondercon '11: Breaking into the Industry(s)

This year Wondercon presented a slew of excellent panels about the comic book and video game industries. Some of them served as direct Q&A sessions about breaking in, while others...

Apr.29

yukie

Last 2 Episodes of Madoka Magica Aired in Japan

I know this is not news for those like me that have been following the anime series. I waited and waited for the last 2 episodes, and they finally were...

Apr.29

yukie

Yukie's Live Schedule at Fanime 2011 ;3

  Hi hi~ The new anime convention season is coming up again this year! Are you ready? Cannot wait or wish there can be more time for you to finish costumes, and...

Apr.27

Press Releases

J-Pop Group FLOW to Perform at Anime Central and FanimeCon

Anime Central and FanimeCon announced that the internationally renowned Japanese pop band FLOW will perform live at their annual conventions. FLOW is visiting the United States to promote their new...

Apr.22

Convention News

Wondercon 2011 Recap

Wondercon is a small comic book turned pop media convention which makes its home in San Francisco. The easy way to think about it: Comic Con's little sister. Even though...

Apr.21

yukie

Nico Nico Douga English Beta Site is Up!

Hi Everyone! Some of you might already knew, or saw it on my FB updates. Nico Nico Douga (NND), English site is now up for beta testing! As a NND user...

Apr.19

Press Releases

VOfan and Jo Chen Poster Sale for Charity @ SakuraCon

Our friends at Sakura-Con has informed us that two of their guest of honor, VOfan and Jo Chen have created special posters for the event that will be sold for...

Apr.18

Press Releases

Aniplex of America Announces Free Streaming of Blue Exorcist

SANTA MONICA, CA (April, 08, 2011) – Aniplex of America Inc. announced today that its brand-new anime TV series Blue Exorcist will premiere on the free, ad-supported Hulu.com and the...

Apr.16

Anime News

Katanagatari & Arakawa Under the Bridge Licensed

NIS America has announced that they will be releasing a Blu-Ray and DVD combo premium set complete with hardcover artbook of the popular anime series Arakawa Under the Bridge and...

Apr.15

Press Releases

Japanese R&B duo CHEMISTRY and Dance Group Synergy to Make U.S. Debut at Otakon 2011

Baltimore, MD (April 14, 2011) – CHEMISTRY, with an amazing six #1 albums on the Oricon National Charts, along with 4 person dance group Synergy are making their U.S. debut...

Apr.15

Press Releases

TOEI ANIMATION ANNOUNCE ONLINE STREAMING OF TORIKO

Los Angeles, CA – April 13th, 2011 – Toei Animation Co., Ltd., Toei Animation Inc. and FUNimation Entertainment will stream the official English-subtitled episodes of "Toriko", an action/adventure anime series...

Apr.11

Priest's Hyung Min-Woo Interview (Video)

Interview

Priest's Hyung Min-Woo Interview (Video)

While at Wondercon 2011, we got a chance to talk briefly with Hyung Ming-Woo, the creator of the manwha, Korean comic, Priest about the upcoming Hollywood adaptation of his series...

Apr.10

Podcasts

The-O Cast: Aid Japan

Hello, O-Casters, thank you for checking out the latest edition of our little podcast. Today David Ben and I talk about the Japan earthquake and tsunami, how it affects the...

Apr.08

Figure News

New Hatsune Miku Nendoroid to Support Japan Relief

For those of you who are still looking for ways to help the relief efforts after the recent disaster in Japan, Goodsmile Company just released the preorder details for their...

Apr.05

Anime News

Fan Responses to Funimation Sell Off

FUNimation Entertainment announced today that its previous owner, Navarre Corporation, has sold them to a group of investors for $24 million. The investor group includes Gen Fukunaga, FUNimation's chief executive...

Apr.04

Press Releases

Aniplex Releases Anime on PSN Store

SANTA MONICA, CA (March, 29, 2011) – Aniplex of America Inc. announced today that five of the company's popular and high-profile anime properties – Durarara!! and Gurren Lagann the Movies 1 &...

Apr.01

Music

L'Arc-en-Ciel Performs for Full Metal Alchemist Movie 2

Starting from July 2nd, "FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST the Movie: The Sacred Star of Milos" will have its nationwide release in Japan, announcing that the theme song for the movie...

Mar.26

Anime News

Anime Spring 2011 List

Spring is here which means another season of exciting new series and continuing series. Food hunting series Toriko makes it's debut as an anime this season and is definitely worth...

Mar.25

Figure News

Popura Taneshima Nendoroid-Petit

Fans of the restaurant comedy, Working!! will be pleased to learn that the special edition of the 9th volume manga released on March 23, 2011 includes a small figurine of...

Mar.24

Gods Eater Burst Review

Game Reviews

Gods Eater Burst Review

Gods Eater Burst stands out amongst its monster hunting, Arcana touting brethren with its anime-like visuals and character designs. Instead of monsters, players hunt Aragami beasts in Gods Eater Burst...

Mar.21

Warriors: Legends of Troy Review

Game Reviews

Warriors: Legends of Troy Review

Traditionally revolving around a historical Asian story, such as Dynasty Warriors’ Romance of the Three Kingdoms, the Warriors franchise now branches out to The Iliad with Warriors: Legends of Troy...

Mar.20

Podcasts

The-O Cast: Our (Male) Otaku Lives

If you're on this website, I'm assuming you're an otaku. Okay, maybe you aren't strictly from Japan and don't have encyclopedic knowledge on anything, but we're using this term loosely...

Mar.19

yukie

Be My Valenslime - Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii Meet & Greet

Hello everyone! Yuji Horii, the creator of Dragon Quest was at GameStop in Palo Alto on February 12, 2011. The event started from 1pm-3pm, when I arrived there was already...

Mar.18

NEOGEO Station Review - Relive That Childhood

Game Reviews

NEOGEO Station Review - Relive That Childhood

Bringing back some nostalgia for the 90’s gamer, SNK Playmore has released NEOGEO Station on the Playstation Network, which can be accessed from the PS3. This is largely a celebration...

Mar.16

Site Related

Staff Blogs Returns

After much consideration, I have decided to restart the staff blogs. I thought it might be interesting to share the ups and downs (more downs recently) of trying to run...

Mar.16

yukie

Hosting "Pray for Japan" Japanese Maid Cafe Experience Charity Show in Sunnyvale

The major earthquake disaster that just happened in Japan shocked me deeply. It is hard to imagine a world without anime, manga, J-pop, Japanese cosmetics, lolita fashion, Jrock, RPG and...

Mar.08

Convention News

New Convention AM2 Announces Mascot

New anime convention AM2, set launch later this year on July 1-3 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, has revealed their official mascot, Nyanchala. Creatively, the character is based...

Mar.04

Press Releases

FanimeCon 2011 Announces Yuya Matsushita as a MusicFest Guest of Honor!!

San Jose, CA (March 4th, 2011) - Over Memorial Day weekend, May 27-30, 2011, the multi-talented singer and actor will perform in the San Jose Civic Auditorium, hold an autograph...

Mar.03

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Release of Koihime Musou

February 28, 2011 - We at MangaGamer are proud to announce our release of Koihime Musou and joint promotion with Sentai Filmworks! We at MangaGamer are proud to...

Mar.03

Press Releases

girugamesh USA tour dates!

The hard hitting Japanese rock band Girugamesh is gearing up for their first ever U.S. tour. With the help of Jhouse-Rock Ent. Girugamesh will include a multi-city stop in the...

Mar.01

Gaming News

(GDC '11) New Game by Minecraft Creators

Mojang AB's secret project, known as "not yet announced game" until now, have kept Minecraft fans and other gamers wondering for months. In an interview with The-O Network Online, Jakob...

Mar.01

Podcasts

The-O Cast: Bad Stories Or No Stories?

We are BACK! Or, rather, rescheduled. Due to the overbearing pressures of school life, job life, life in general, we will not be strictly adhering to a weekly schedule...

Feb.27

Anime News

Macross F PS Home Live Concert Details

For Macross Frontier fans with a Playstation 3, there will be a 'live' concert held in Sony's virtual online world, Playstation Home. 3D models of the characters Ranka and Sheryl...

Feb.26

Figure News

Panty & Stocking Nendoroids

Painted photos and full product descriptions have appeared on Goodsmile Company's website for their Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt Nendoroids. The promiscuious blond angel Panty will come with a small...

Feb.23

Contests

Win a Set of Gods Eater Burst Figures!

We have another contest for you here at The-O Network! This time, you can win a full set of nine Gods Eater Burst ceramic figures! To enter, please respond to...

Feb.22

Hard Corps: Uprising Review

Game Reviews

Hard Corps: Uprising Review

Arc System Works is usually known for its BlazBlue series and beautifully animated sprites. This time, they’ve been commissioned by Konami to work on Hard Corps: Uprising, a prequel to...

Feb.21

Press Releases

WORLD COSPLAY SUMMIT Regionals at AM2

ALL THE WORLD IS A STAGE AS THE BEST OF THE BEST COME TO COMPETE AT THE WORLD COSPLAY SUMMIT REGIONALS AT AM2 Winners Winning Trips to Japan to...

Feb.18

yukie

NIS America Press Event

Photo with Dave Story creator, Daisuke Amaya Hi, guys~ This is my first official post here, kinda nervous xD Anyways, I'm planning to talk about a few video game events I've been...

Feb.16

Convention News

Bakemonogatari's Vofan Heads to Sakura-Con 2011

Seattle based anime convention Sakura-Con has announced Vofan, illustrator for the original Bakemonogatari light novel series, as a guest of honor. Interestingly, Vofan is one of the first Taiwanese artist...

Feb.16

yukie

Yukie's Otaku Channel Start!

Hi, Everyone This is Yukie~ For those who do not know me, I'm an anime / Vocaloid performer from the West Coast. I'm also a fan of anime, manga, video games...

Feb.15

Trinity: Souls of Zill O'll Review

Game Reviews

Trinity: Souls of Zill O'll Review

Tecmo Koei is usually known for their hack and slashers, such as the recent Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage. Trinity: Souls of Zill O'll is a slight departure...

Feb.13

Podcasts

The-O Cast: Are Cosplayers Elitists?

You've heard about the drama on certain anonymous image boards, you've seen the expertly crafted costumes and well toned bodies, so the question remains: is cosplaying an inaccessible hobby? To...

Feb.11

Gaming News

NIS America 'Announces' 3 New Titles

On Febuary 10, 2011 at the NIS America press event in San Francisco, tears were shed as NIS announced that the retro cult hit indie game, Cave Story will be...

Feb.10

Gaming News

Live Coverage of NIS America's 2011 Press Event

Check our twitter feed for the latest update!

Feb.10

Podcasts

The-O Cast: Indie Games Edition!

Indie games! Listen to me, Davis, and David weigh in on independent games and how they're affecting the industry. How do these small budget projects explode onto the gaming scene?...

Feb.08

Gaming News

NIS America's New Game?

NIS America will be announcing an exciting new game title later this week. But there are some speculations that the game will be a collaboration between the Prinny from Disgaea...

Feb.05

Figure News

Winter Wonder Festival 2011 Coverage

The flood gates have opened, and The-O Network will be compiling all the reports, photos, and coverage from the Winter Wonder Festival! Some of ...

Feb.05

Podcasts

The-O Cast: Winter 2011 Anime Season Edition!

Winter anime season! Listen to an hour long Ocast where we hype up what's good and tear down what's lame. There are a ton of new titles out there this...

Feb.04

Convention News

Anime Expo AMV and Cosplay Contests!

Latest hot button news: Anime Expo is holding two contests, and one of them has a grand prize of $10,000! You can submit your magnum opus AMV for fame with...

Feb.02

Press Releases

Bandai Entertainment Launches K-ON! English Website

Bandai Entertainment announced this week that their official English website for K-ON! is up and running.  An English dubbed trailer of the series can be viewed at their website.  The...

Feb.02

Lord of Arcana Review

Game Reviews

Lord of Arcana Review

Lord of Arcana is Square Enix’s latest take on the creature hunting genre. Rather than the traditional formula of killing monsters and RPG gaining experience points, Lord of Arcana throws...

Feb.01

Podcasts

Podcast Resurrection!

Oh dear lord in heaven, it's back! We've had to take a short break due to our co-host and overall awesome dude Osman Numair taking a quick four year break...

Feb.01

Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood! Review

Game Reviews

Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood! Review

Disgaea fans, be warned: this game is not worth your time unless you enjoy playing a side scrolling game that is remarkably well at making your thumbs ache while you...

Jan.28

Gaming News

NIS America Press Party 2011

NIS America will be throwing another fun filled press party this year on February 10, 2011. We definitely expect Ar Tonelico Qoga to be playable at the event. Little is...

Jan.27

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XIII Versus Gameplay 7 min Trailer

A new trailer has been released of Final Fantasy Versus XIII containing old and new clips of the game. Gameplay footage is heavily emphasized in the video and Kingdom Hearts...

Jan.26

Figure News

[Hobby Japan] 1/8 Reimu Hakurei PVC (Touhou)

Touhou Project fans rejoice, Hobby Japan has announced they will be releasing a 1/8 scale PVC figure of Reimu Hakurei. The figure will only be available as a Hobby Japan...

Jan.26

Press Releases

PandoraHearts Volume 2 Released in US

NIS America announced earlier this week that PandoraHearts Volume 2 Premium Edition is available at selected retailers: Right Stuf, The Anime Corner Store, Anime Castle, and NIS America's Online Store. ...

Jan.26

Anime News

Funimation Launches First Salvo Against Pirates

Via Anime News Network, Funimation has recently sued 1,337 Bittorrent users for illegally stealing episode 481 of One Piece. Whether this is a reaction to the recent Fractale debacle is...

Jan.26

Anime News

The Garden of Sinners English Release

Aniplex USA will be offering a limited quantity of The Garden of Sinners (Kara no Kyokai) Blu-ray collection on sale at Rightstuf. The set contains all 7 movies originally aired...

Jan.25

Press Releases

Grab a Closed Beta Key For Eternal Destiny

MARINA DEL REY, Calif. (January 21, 2010) ­ The realms collide in the highly anticipated free to play, browser based MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game) ETERNAL DESTINY!  Become a...

Jan.25

Press Releases

Durarara!! English Dub Bloopers

Animeplex USA has released a fun blooper video of the English dubbing of the Durarara!! anime set to be released on January 25, 2011. {youtube}624GZiPMdSs{/youtube}

Jan.22

Contests

Eternal Destiny! Closed Beta Codes Giveaway

Gravity Interactive, the makers of Ragnarok Online, will be conducting a closed beta test for their new browser based fantasy MMORPG, Eternal Destiny! We have 1000 closed beta keys and...

Jan.20

Anime

Seriously, fansubbers?

Via Sankaku Complex today, it's been reported that the anime Fractale has been pulled from legitimate simulcast websites by the Japanese company because, wait for it, fansubbers have been...

Jan.19

Event

(Hopefully) To Infinity And Beyond

In an era when home gaming and online play dominate, the arcade is definitely suffering. Among them is Arcade Infinity, or AI, one of the premiere arcades in Southern California...

Jan.18

Blogs

One Last Hurrah For Marvel VS Capcom 2

Ten years after its initial release, Marvel VS Capcom 2 is about to be retired in favor of its sequel. However, before players hang up the towel, two exceptional players...

Jan.14

Anime News

Hunting For Cheap Anime

Chances are, if you're hardcore into anime, you know where to browse for deals. However, since not all anime fans are as fanatical as the rest of us, it's worth...

Jan.12

Press Releases

Twimon Game App Available For Download

MARINA DEL REY, Calif. (January 11, 2011) – GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. (Headquarter: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President & CEO Kazuki Morishita, from here on “GungHo”) is happy to announce that on...

Jan.04

Podcasts

Comiket 79 Podcast

In this special O-cast episode, we talked with one of our staff member who had just braved day 1 of Comic Market 79!Apologies in advance for any audio issues as...

Jan.01

Gaming News

Super Robot Wars J in English

English speaking mecha fans are rejoicing slowly as we have received word that a fan translation group has released a complete English patch online for the Game Boy Advance game...

Dec.23

Figure News

Senjougahara Plushie

Toy maker Gift has announced they will be releasing a cellphone plush of Hitagi Senjougahara from the popular series, Bakemonogatari. The plush itself will be roughly 5.9 inches tall from...

Dec.23

Music Press Releases

Idol Group AKB48 Opens English Myspace Page

"AKB48 opened official profile page on Myspace to communicate with the world ! In preparation to become active overseas, a popular idol group AKB48 is opening their profile page on Myspace...

Dec.21

Anime News

Fate/stay night Prequel Anime Announced

Earlier this month, the January issue of Newtype Magazine mentioned a new collaboration project between visual novel game maker Type-Moon and animation studio ufotable would be announced in the February...

Dec.20

Convention News

Girl Idols Berryz Kobo @ Sakura-Con 2011

"All girl super group Berryz Kobo originally hails from Hello! Project and consists of Saki Shimizu, Momoko Tsugunaga, Chinami Tokunaga, Maasa Sudo, Miyabi Natsuyaki, Yurina Kumai and Risako Sugaya. With...

Dec.15

Event

Special Clone Wars Screening: Savage Opress Arrives

On December 10th Lucasfilm held a special screening in San Francisco, CA at the Lucasfilm campus in order to introduce a new villain to the Star Wars: Clone Wars TV...

Dec.14

Press Releases

Japanese Gal and Punk Event in LA

Southern California's Akihabara maid inspired cafe, Royale/T, will play host to the Holiday Hot Mess event on Tuesday December 21, 2010. The event will focus on the Japanese girl fashion...

Dec.07

Podcasts

The-O Cast Buyers Guide Edition!

This is a special podcast! So special, we don't even have a number for it. Tune in to hear us chat about good buys and good deals this holiday season. Please...

Dec.03

Site

Website Bug Updates (Fixed)

Noted earlier this week in the blogs, we are currently experiencing some severe network degradations due to conflicts appearing after a substantial upgrade. We have identified and isolated some of...

Nov.30

Gaming News

Black Rock Shooter Game US Release Hinted?

NIS America announced on Tuesday that they have secured the rights to publish games by Imageepoch in the United States and Europe. Haru Akenaga, President of NIS America was quoted, “I...

Nov.29

Site Related

Network Service Degradation (Fixed)

We are currently aware of various bugs that are affect general network operations. Affected sections of the site include but not limited to the Forum, Community, Gallery, Search...

Nov.23

Event

GT5 Party: Exotic Cars and Booze

In celebration of Gran Turismo 5 (GT5) coming out this week a pre-launch party was held at the Roe Night Club in San Francisco. It was a fun...

Nov.23

Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage Review

Game Reviews

Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage Review

Undoubtedly a fan-service centric game, Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage is the new beat em up by Tecmo Koei, famous for the Dynasty Warriors series. When we previewed...

Nov.22

Press Releases

Kotobukiya's New Girl Releases

This month Kotobukiya is expanding their line to include three very cute anime heroines: Fate Testarossa in "everyday wear" from Magical Lyrical Girl Nanoha, Manaka Sage version from To Heart...

Nov.21

Press Releases

Grab a FREE Boom Boom Satellites Track From X'amd!

Fresh off of their US tour and the recent release of their best of album OVER AND OVER, Boom Boom Satellites’ song “Shut Up And Explode” is the title theme...

Nov.14

Press Releases

NIS America Announces Bonus Content for Anime

NIS America announced earlier this week the release dates of PandoraHearts and Our Home’s Fox Deity Volume 2. You can nab PandoraHearts on January 25th and Fox Deity on February...

Nov.14

Podcasts

Podast Episode 3

While we are still hammering out audio issues, we discuss about some of the recent anime series adapted from American intellectual properties such as Iron Man, Batman, and Witchblade. Also...

Nov.13

Anime News

Winter 2010-2011 Anime List

It's that time again, and the denizens of the anime community have put together yet another chart of Winter's anime season. Fans may want to keep an on Beelzebub, a...

Nov.06

Figure News

Saber Lily Dollfie Dream (Updated)

Volks has announced they will be releasing a Dollfie Dream version of Saber Lily from the Playstation 2 fighting game Fate Unlimited Codes. Volks had previously released Fate/hollow ataraxia Saber...

Nov.03

Go Go Zettai Ranger! ZHP Review

Game Reviews

Go Go Zettai Ranger! ZHP Review

A super hero, super baby, and Darkdeath Evilman, sounds like a cast of silly characters brought to you courtesy of Nippon Ichi Software (NIS). Zettai Hero Project: Unlosing Ranger vs...

Oct.28

Gaming News

Hyper Dimension Neptune Heading Stateside

Idea Factory’s strategy RPG Hyper Dimension Neptune has just been greenlit for a North American release. Published by Nippon Ichi Software, this Playstation 3 title is set to land on...

Oct.27

Music

AKB48's Beginner Breaks Half Million on First Day

Japanese super-idol group, AKB48, breaks records by surpassing 560,000 sales of its 18th single on the first day alone. This is the most sales the group has been able to...

Oct.26

Gaming News

Z.H.P Released This Week!

All new strategy RPG Z.H.P: Unlosing Ranger vs Darkdeath Evilman has been released this week. Z.H.P is available on the Playstation Portable and can be purchased on the Playstation Network...

Oct.25

Gaming News

Prinny 2 Trailer Released DooD!

Nippion Ichi Software (NIS) has just released a new trailer for Prinny 2: Operation Panties dood! The lovable peons are back and it looks as if demon penguin fans are...

Oct.22

Gaming News

Join Catherine on a Date This February

Atlus recently announced they will release Catherine for the Playsation 3 and Xbox 360 on February 17. This is the first HD game done by Atlus's Persona team. The game...

Oct.21

Podcasts

The-O Cast Podcast Pilot Episode!

After many bumpy attempts at starting our own podcast, we would like to introduce you to our pilot episode of The-O Cast. In each episode, we discuss briefly some of...

Oct.19

Sengoku BASARA Review: History With a Dash of Femininity

Game Reviews

Sengoku BASARA Review: History With a Dash of Femininity

Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes is Capcom’s followup to Devil Kings, a hack and slasher featuring warlords from Japan’s warring states period, all of whom either look more feminine than their...

Oct.15

Atelier Rorona: Alchemist of Arland Review

Game Reviews

Atelier Rorona: Alchemist of Arland Review

Japanese studio Gust isn't known for heavy hitting, big budget titles. It is a niche company, specialized in RPGs. Gust is known for the Atelier, Mana Khemia, and Ar tonelico...

Oct.13

Prinny 2 Coming Stateside, d00d

Gaming News

Prinny 2 Coming Stateside, d00d

Prinny 2: Dawn of Operation Panties, Dood! will arrive in North America for the Playstation Portable. The game is set to land in the hands of dood lovers this January...

Oct.13

Gaming News

We Finally Hear More About Versus and Agito...Soon

New footage for Final Fantasy Agito XIII and Final Fantasy Versus XIII are now online. The trailer includes actual gameplay footage of Final Fantasy Agito XIII for Playstation Portable and...

Sep.30

Gaming News

Nintendo 3DS Price and Release Date

Nintendo's 3DS has a release date and price point for Japanese Nintendo fans. The system will sell at 25,000 yen, or about $300, and will be released on February 26...

Sep.29

Convention News

New Con Challenges Anime Expo?

Announced on Wednesday, Club 2 the Max, described as an Asian music, animation, and comic convention, will be held on July 1-3, 2011 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Interestingly, the...

Sep.29

Gaming News

Get Even Closer to Love Plus

Popular love simulator Love Plus is coming to the Nintendo 3DS. Aside from the game being shown in 3-D, not much else is known at the moment. From the trailer...

Sep.24

Anime News

Genshiken Manga Sequel!

To the fans across the world who have yet to hear this, Genshiken, a highly popular slice of life manga about a Japanese college otaku club, will be making a...

Sep.24

Cladun: This is an RPG! Review

Game Reviews

Cladun: This is an RPG! Review

Nippion Ichi Software (NIS) continues it's streak of awkward, yet innovated RPGs with the release of Cladun: This is an RPG! Cladun is what gamers may call an 8-bit dungeon...

Sep.23

Gaming News

More Street Fighter 4 Costumes

New costumes will be coming Super Street Fighter 4 fans’ ways this October via downloadable content.  This will be the third set of alternate costumes that fans can download, with...

Sep.23

Gaming News

Zombies and Bikinis Together on PSP

OneChanbara, D3’s  series famous for combining zombies and scantily clad women, is heading to the PSP in Japan later this winter. The new game, OneChanbara Special, will feature missions that...

Sep.21

Gaming

So What If Japan’s Behind?

  Recently, Capcom’s Kenji Inafune stated that Japan’s gaming industry is “five years behind” the west. I look at the games that Japan’s pumping out and can’t help but...

Sep.21

Gaming News

Duodecim Heads West 2011

Dissidia 012[duodecim] Final Fantasy is confirmed for a 2011 US release. No specific date was released beyond that, but it’s good to hear that the game will be released in...

Sep.20

Gaming News

New Details on Disgaea 4

Nippon Ichi Software (NIS) recently held a small press conference where they announced details and gameplay systems in Disgaea 4. NIS CEO Souhei Niikawa mentioned new features included in the...

Sep.20

Press Releases

A Simple Soccer Game For Everyday Fun!

Torrance, CA (September 20, 2010) – Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, announces the sport title Everyday Soccer for the Nintendo DSiWare™ service.

Sep.19

Figure News

Adorable New Moogle Plushie

Final Fantasy XIV is only days away from release, and Square-Enix has unveiled at the Tokyo Game Show an absolutely adorable Moogle plushie from the game! Currently the plushie will...

Sep.19

Anime News

New Animated Ah! My Goddess Release

A new original animation DVD (OAD) of Kosuke Fujishima's Ah! My Goddess will be bundled with the 42nd volume of the manga. Set to release on February 23, 2011, the...

Sep.19

Gaming News

Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Announced

Instead of Tekken 7, Tekken producer Katsuhiro Harada announced Tekken Tag Tournament 2. It will follow in its predecessor, Tekken Tag Tournament’s footsteps and include two-on-two action between popular Tekken...

Sep.17

Gaming News

Disgaea 4 America Bound and HD

Originally hinted at during the NIS press event in July, the newest Disgaea will be heading stateside next summer and will feature a new graphic engine. Reportedly, the game will...

Sep.16

Gaming News

Rumor: Vanillaware Games Going HD

Vanillaware's cult favorite RPGs Muramasa: The Demon Blade and Odin Sphere may be re-released as downloadable ports. The two games are reported to either hit Playstation Network or Xbox Live...

Sep.15

Gaming News

What We Know So Far about Duodeceim

Fans can expect new additions to Dissidia 012 Duodeceim Final Fantasy’s fighting system as well as changes to characters from the original Dissidia. Fans may be glad to hear that...

Sep.15

Gaming News

Reject Some Girls on Xbox 360

Publisher Alchemist has recently announced Gun Gal, an original on-rail shooter for the Xbox 360. Alchemist is teaming up with Studio Inti Creates, best known for the Mega Man Zero...

Sep.15

Gaming News

Devil May Cry Sequel Announced

Capcom has just announced a new entry in the Devil May Cry franchise. While this is the fifth game in the series, the title is simply listed as DmC for...

Sep.15

Gaming News

Japanese Mythology Turns Badass

Capcom’s secret project with CyberConnect2 has just been revealed. Asura’s Wrath is a new action game that follows Asura, a fallen deity. From the looks of the trailer, the game...

Sep.14

Gaming News

Team ICO HD Collection Confirmed

Team ICO's Ico and Shadow of the Colossus are confirmed for an HD re-release on Playstation 3. No word yet on any changes, pricing, or whether the two titles will...

Sep.14

Gaming News

A Chance to Date AKB48

Konami will be releasing a new love simulator for the Playstation Portable that pits players against the girls of AKB48. AKB1/48 Idol to Koishitara, or loosely translated to AKB1/48 If...

Sep.13

Gaming News

Valkyria Chronicles 3 To Be Announced

Due to a technical error, Valkyria Chronicles 3’s appearance at Tokyo Game Show (TGS) was revealed early. By replacing different scheduling images on the TGS website the words "Valkyria Chronicles...

Sep.13

Gaming News

Duodecim Shots Emerge

Screenshots of Dissidia 012 Duodecim Final Fantasy have been posted up. In addition, the game will appear in playable form at Tokyo Game Show this year, so some gameplay details...

Sep.10

Press Releases

MangaGamer Announces Trial Version for Koihime Musou

September 11, 2010 - We at MangaGamer are proud to announce that a Trial Version of Koihime Musou is now available. Hongou Kazuto was just an average, ordinary student at St...

Sep.09

Gaming News

Gundam Musou 3 Coming Winter

The next game in the Gundam Musou or Dynasty Warriors: Gundam series has just been announced and is slated for a winter release. Gundam Musou 3 is the third and...

Sep.09

Gaming News

New Features of Pokémon Black and White

Pokémon Black and Pokemon White are about to be released in Japan and some changes from previous. The game will also have major graphical change with over 600 different pokémon...

Sep.09

Gaming News

Details Revealed for Criminal Girls

Recent details on Nippon Ichi Software’s (NIS) new game, Criminal Girls, have been released. Four girls have been introduced: Ran, Yuko, Sako, and Shin. Each girl has a certain personality...

Sep.09

Gaming News

Edgeworth Continues with More Investigations

Gyakuten Kenji 2, sequel to Gyakuten Kenji or Ace Attorney Investigations, has just been announced. It will feature a new gameplay system, which has yet to be detailed. The only...

Sep.08

Gaming News

Final Fantasy Legends Job System Unveiled

With the release of Final Fantasy Legends in Japan, the unique job system has been revealed. As in many Final Fantasy games, players can switch between various jobs like warrior...

Sep.08

Gaming News

More Dissidia in 2011

A sequel to Square-Enix’s 2009 fighter Dissidia Final Fantasy will be coming in 2011. The sequel’s name will be Dissidia Duodecim Final Fantasy and will feature Lightning from Final Fantasy...

Sep.07

Anime News

Hatsune Miku Concert USA Showing

Viz Cinema will be showing the recently released Miku's Day DVD / Blu-ray as Miku Hatsune LIVE! on September 18, 2010 as part of the J-Pop Summit Festival in Japantown...

Sep.06

Gaming News

Doreamon Turns Evil Bear Principal

Voice actress Nobuyo Oyama, famed for voicing children’s anime character Doreamon, will be voicing Mono Bear in the upcoming Playstation Portable (PSP) game, Dangan-Ronpa. Anyone who’s heard Doreamon’s voice will...

Sep.04

Music

Animelo Summer Live 2010 Videos

One of the world's largest annual anime themed concerts, Animelo Summer Live happened last week. The first day of the concert was broadcasted live on the popular Japanese video site...

Sep.02

Gaming News

Dreamcast Lives Through Shooter

Fast Striker is a new arcade shooter coming out for the Sega Dreamcast this winter. Fast Striker was originally developed for the Neo Geo game system, but now has found...

Sep.02

Gaming News

Missiles Fly on Xbox Live Arcade

Bangai-O HD: Missile Fury is making its way to Xbox LIVE Arcade sometime this fall. Fans can see it in action for the first time later this week at Penny...

Sep.02

Anime News

Cencoroll Sequel Announced

Anime short Cencoroll, originally produced and animated singlehandedly by Atsuya Uki in 2009, has been announced it will be getting a sequel. The story follows Yuki, a high school girl...

Aug.31

Gaming News

Golden Sun: Dark Dawn Dated

American gamers will be able to get their hands on Golden Sun: Dark Dawn November 29. This will be the first Golden Sun game since Golden Sun: The Lost Age...

Aug.31

Gaming News

New Features in Gundam Extreme VS

New features, such as IC Cards, mobile web integration, and new battle systems have been announced for Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme VS. IC Cards have been a part of arcade...

Aug.27

Anime News

Kurohyou in TV and Manga

Sega is planning both a TV drama and manga version of Kurohyou: Ryu ga Gotoku Shinsho to coincide with the game’s release. Both the drama and manga will feature original...

Aug.27

Gaming News

Arcade BlazBlue Catches Up

An update to the arcade version of BlazBlue: Continuum Shift will make an appearance at the Amusement Machine Show. Valkenhayn, the second downloadable character to be announced, will also be...

Aug.26

Gaming News

Update: Vanquish Demo in US

Previously announced for Japan, Vanquish’s demo will be coming stateside August 31. According to Sega community manager Julian Mehlfeld, the demo will include the same level that players were able...

Aug.26

Gaming News

New Phantasy Star Portable Announced

Sega has announced a new entry to the Phantasy Star Portable series, Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity. The new installment looks like it will be bigger and better than its...

Aug.25

Gaming News

How Fights Work in Yakuza PSP

Various fighting modes have been revealed for Kurohyou: Ryu ga Gotoku Shinsho, Sega’s upcoming Yakuza spin-off. There will be three modes: Submission Battle, Tag Match, and Team Battle. In addition...

Aug.25

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XIV Will Limit Play Time

Massively multiplayer online RPG (MMORPG) Final Fantasy XIV will include a fatigue system that will prevent players from gaming into the long hours of the night. This new system will...

Aug.25

Gaming News

Be a Yakuza Ice Cream and Sushi Chef

Upcoming Yakuza Playstation Portable spinoff Kurohyou: Ryu ga Gotoku Shinsho will feature nightlife minigames, which include games like UFO catchers or part time jobs. These were common in the series...

Aug.24

Gaming News

Twinkle Queen Meshes More Than Visual Novels

Twinkle Queen, the new Milestone crossover fighter featuring characters from various visual novels, will incorporate elements from many other established fighting games. The game will be a 2-on-2 fighter, allowing...

Aug.23

Gaming News

A Visual Novel That Moves Naturally

Ore no Imōto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai or My Little Sister Can't be This Cute is making its way from the pages of a light novel to...

Aug.21

Gaming News

New Details on Tales of the World Game

Namco Bandai has just released new details on the fan service-filled experience, Tales of World Radiant Mythology 3 for the Playstation Portable (PSP). Players will have the opportunity to play...

Aug.21

Gaming News

Try Out Vanquish in Two Weeks

Shinji Mikami, director of upcoming fast-paced action title Vanquish, has announced a playable demo of the game to be released online September 2. Apparently, the demo will be different from...

Aug.21

Anime News

Fall Anime List 2010

Another season of new anime titles is almost here, and there is definitely a little something for everyone. Arakawa Under the Bridge, To Love-Ru, Super Robot Taisen, A Certain Magical ...

Aug.20

Gaming News

Final Fantasy Legends Dated for Japan

Prepare for endless grinding on the go with Final Fantasy Legends: Hikari to Yami no Senshi (Warriors of Light and Darkness), set to be released September 6. The game will...

Aug.19

Gaming

WHAT'S the deal with imaginary girls?

So recently, I’ve been playing this game that I know a lot of you have heard of…LovePlus+. I write that with some shame, by the way. And I can’t help...

Aug.19

Gaming News

Sega Introduces MOE to Shining Hearts

Sega has just released details on how players will interact with the girls of Shining Hearts. Sega is adopting a "MOE" system or "Mind Over Emotion." The MOE system  places...

Aug.19

Gaming News

PSP Little Busters! Release Date Announced

Little Busters! Converted Edition for the Playstation Portable (PSP) is set for a November release date in Japan. As of now, the voice recording for the game is about 80%...

Aug.18

Gaming News

Persona Team's New HD Game Announced

Atlus has announced Catherine, a new game from the team that developed both Persona 3 and 4. Sadly, Catherine isn't the new RPG that fans have been hoping for. Instead...

Aug.18

Gaming News

Heroes' Paradise Getting Western-y Release

At Gamescom, the leading game expo in Europe, Konami Europe announced they will be picking up No More Heroes: Heroes’ Paradise for the Playstation 3 and adding Playstation Move controls...

Aug.17

Gaming News

Persona 3 Social Released Today

With three different interations of the game already released, Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3  has landed on Japanese cell phones as Persona 3 Social. The game marks the series' first...

Aug.16

Gaming News

Half-Minute Hero's 2 Edit Mode Revealed

New details on Half-Minute Hero 2’s edit mode, which allows players to create their own half minute adventures and share with the world, have just been announced. Once players complete...

Aug.16

Gaming News

New Square-Enix Shooter Announced

Square-Enix has announced a brand new third-person shooter,Gun Loco for the Xbox 360, featuring an art style and gameplay that rings more western than most titles Square Enix fans may...

Aug.16

Gaming News

Supplement Your Mecha Action with Strategy

While the newest game in the popular mecha series Front Mission will be an action game – Front Mission Evolved – Square Enix just announced that Front Mission 3 from...

Aug.15

Gaming News

Black Rock Shooter RPG?

A mysterious viral website has just popped up that contains a short video of the recognizable blue flame associated with anime Black Rock Shooter. The final written text the video leaves...

Aug.14

Hatsune Miku: Project Diva 2nd Review

Game Reviews

Hatsune Miku: Project Diva 2nd Review

The vocaloid series is a voice synthesizer program by Yamaha that makes use of various virtual idols, who were created using actual voice actors. Miku Hatsune is arguably the most...

Aug.14

Mangaka Inu (犬) Interview

Interview

Mangaka Inu (犬) Interview

While traveling in Japan during mid August 2009, the staff of The-O Network stumbled upon Inu, creator of the popular Hatsu Inu adult manga. His purple haired vixen, Shion Fujimo...

Aug.13

Anime News

Comiket 78 Akiba Shopping Photos

Akiba Blog has posted photos of some of the Comic Market (Comiket) shopping frenzy that's happening in Akihabara. Comiket, one of the largest doujinshi events in the world, is happening...

Aug.13

Music

BOOM BOOM SATELLITES Hits US

Japanese rock band BOOM BOOM SATELLITES just announced the US release of their best-of album, OVER AND OVER, and tour dates for their upcoming US tour. This will be the...

Aug.13

Site

Get Your Vocaloid On

We just got through with the new Hatsune Miku: Project Diva 2nd. Is it worth your precious dollars to import this new music rhythm game and have the idol's virtual...

Aug.11

Gaming News

Dragon Quest for Girls in Shibuya

When gamers think of Dragon Quest, they probably think of adventure, exploration, and combat. But a new collaboration between Square Enix and Parco, a clothing outlet in Japan, begs to...

Aug.11

Gaming News

Loli Devil on PSPs Soon

Macaron is an all new character for the PSP’s Twinkle Crusaders GoGo!, a port of the PC visual novel Twinkle Crusaders that did not include this character. Both previous Twinkle...

Aug.10

Gaming News

7 Trillion Girls at the Supermarket

Barcode Kanojo or Barcode Grilfriend is a new application developed by Cybird that allows iPhone and iPod Touch users to take pictures of barcodes and wind up with randomly generated...

Aug.10

Music

supercell's 3rd Single w/ Type-Moon

It's not a secret that Japanese musical group supercell has grown significantly in fame within the last year. Since our last interview with the group's lead composer ryo, and vocalist...

Aug.09

Gaming News

More iOS Street Fighter IV Freebies

To further support the iOS, or iPhone and iPod Touch version of Street Fighter IV, Capcom will include Crimson Viper as the next free downloadable character. She comes after two...

Aug.08

Gaming News

New One Piece DS Title Details

Based on popular anime and manga One Piece, the upcoming DS title One Piece Gigant Battle’s battle system details just got released.  Unlike the previous One Piece offering, One Piece:Gear...

Aug.08

Gaming News

Time to Drop More Money on BlazBlue

Arc System Works recently confirmed that Valkenhayn R. Hellsing will be the next downloadable character for BlazBlue: Continuum Shift and that BlazBlue will make an appearance at the upcoming Amusement...

Aug.06

Gaming News

NIS Cancels Three Games

Nippon Ichi Software (NIS), famed for strategy RPGs such as Disgaea and Ar tonelico,recently released its company earnings for the first quarter. The company revealed they had suffered a 40%...

Aug.06

Gaming News

More Voices for Yakuza PSP

Upcoming PSP spinoff of Sega’s popular series Yakuza just had three new voice actors announced and their respective characters’ personalities posted. The three new characters are Yurika, voiced by Chiaki...

Aug.06

Gaming News

Virtual On Eases Up

For the upcoming Virtual On Force for Xbox 360, Sega will include an “EX Option” to ease new players into the game or to help continuing players overcome difficult enemies...

Aug.06

Press Releases

XSEED Games Announces Gold Status and Ship Date For Ivy the Kiwi? for Wii and Nintendo DS

Torrance, Calif., (August 6, 2010) – XSEED Games is pleased to announce today that Ivy the Kiwi? has gone gold and will begin shipping to retailers across North America August...

Aug.05

Gaming News

Half-Minute Hero Sequel Announced

Half-Minute Hero for the PSP was a well received game by many critics in the USA when it was released back in October. According to Japanese video game magazine Famitsu...

Aug.05

Gaming News

Sega Announces Shining Hearts

Sega is taking its Shining series to the PSP with its new installment Shining Hearts. According to Japanese video game magazine Famitsu, the game will be released this winter for...

Aug.04

Gaming News

Konami Layton Challenger Emerges

Just days after announcing their new puzzle game, Zack and Ombra: The Phantom Amusement Park, the official website has launched and features basic game, character, and cast information. Despite being...

Aug.04

Gaming News

Mysterious Transfer Student in Your PSP

Azell, who was in the PC version of Twinkle Crusaders, is set to appear in the PSP port, Twinkle Crusaders GoGo!, as well. Dengeki just posted her profile details for...

Aug.04

Gaming News

Korea’s Version of Portal?

JC Entertainment is developing a new online FPS, called GATE, which will make use of the same mechanics as portal where players can warp from one point to another. On...

Aug.03

Site Related

Site Maintenance

Over the next few days, the community and website may experience some minor visual problems while we are in the process of maintenance.

Aug.02

Gaming News

Dream C Club Zero Gameplay Details

The prequel to Xbox 360 and PSP hostess game Dream C Club, Dream C Club Zero had a wealth of information released today. Amongst these were the two new hostesses...

Aug.02

Gaming News

Europe Gets More BlazBlue Love

American BlazBlue fans feel the wrath of time constraints as they can only purchase a standard edition BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, while European fans will get a “Fans edition” that will...

Aug.02

Press Releases

XSEED Games Announces Gold Status and Ship Date For Ys SEVEN for the PSP system

Torrance, Calif., (August 2, 2010) – XSEED Games is pleased to announce today that Ys SEVEN has gone gold and will begin shipping to retailers across North America on ...

Aug.02

Press Releases

Blayzbloo DSi Out Today

Torrance, CA (August 2nd, 2010) – Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, proudly announces the BlayzBloo: Super Melee Brawlers Battle Royale, available for download today on the DSi...

Aug.02

Gaming News

Starlit Brave Mode Details Emerge

Based on the original PC title, Twinkle Crusaders GoGo! is an all age version of Twinkle Crusaders for the PSP.  The title will also include Twinkle Crusaders GoGo! Starlit Brave...

Aug.01

Music

Piko Goes Mainstream from Nico Nico

Former Nico Nico Douga star Piko is branching out into mainstream media with his major debut single, “Story.” He announced during a live broadcast on Nico Nico Douga today that...

Jul.31

Gaming News

Metal Gear Arcade Loktest Details

Despite the dwindling arcade industry, Konami still has its sights set on Metal Gear Arcade, running a couple of location tests this weekend. They’re being held in ROUND1 in Yokohama...

Jul.31

Music

New SID Single and Tokyo Dome Live

Right after his performance at the Saitama Super Arena, SID announced a new single, “cosmetic” to be released on September 29 and his first performance at the Tokyo Dome on...

Jul.31

Gaming News

SoniComi Gameplay System Detailed

SoniComi, a new visual novel game by Nitroplus, is set for a fall 2010 release in Japan and we have the gameplay details for you here! SoniComi is based on...

Jul.30

Music

Rina Aiuchi to Retire in Two Months

Rina Aiuchi, who has performed themes for anime such as Detective Conan and for games like Megaman X7, just announced her retirement after a fan club-only concert. Before her final...

Jul.30

Contests

Reminder: NIS Contest Ending Soon

Just a friendly reminder that the contest is ending soon on August 6! For contest rules and entry, go to the original post here. Remember that each bag contains: (1) Prinny...

Jul.30

Gaming News

Virtual On Force Hits Xbox 360

More mech action heads to the Xbox 360 this winter with arcade port Virtual On Force, the latest iteration of the series featuring four player multiplayer. According to Sega, the...

Jul.29

Gaming News

Dream Club Portable Announced

If you have a pure heart and a PSP, D3 Publisher has the game for you! Dream Club Portable for the PSP is set for an October 28 release. It...

Jul.29

Music

AKB48 Members to do Manga

It’s a shame this wasn’t announced before Anime Expo 2010, but AKB48 members Mayu Watanabe, Yuki Kashiwagi, Rie Kitahara, and Rino Sashihara will take turns drawing manga for Weekly Young...

Jul.29

Press Releases

Gamecaster Joins Epic Games' Unreal Engine 3 Integrated Partners Program

SAN DIEGO, Calif. and CARY, N.C., July 29, 2010 - Gamecaster®, Inc. and Epic Games, Inc. today announced that Gamecaster's GCS3® virtual camera hardware for video game, film and television...

Jul.29

Figure News

[GSC] Katsura Hinagiku Nendoroid

At number 125, Good Smile Company has released the Katsura Hinagiku Nendoroid! From the popular series, Hayate no Gotoku!, Hinagiku quickly stole the spot light from Nagi. Being...

Jul.29

Press Releases

Worms™ Reloaded to launch on 26th August 2010

From humble beginnings, the original Worms™ titles took PC gaming to new levels of popularity and mass appeal. Selling in excess of 25 million copies over its 15 year lifespan...

Jul.29

Gaming News

Worms Reloaded Returns to PC

After a ten year break, Worms returns for the PC with Worms Reloaded. The game looks great so far with its HD cartoony graphics and classic sense of humor. Fans...

Jul.29

Gaming

Why I Said Meh to SFxT

Sure, these two are the biggest franchises in fighting games, next to SNK, which has already collaborated with Capcom. But it still didn’t make me that excited. Sure, I’m happy...

Jul.28

Gaming News

3DS Super Street Fighter IV Site Launches

Originally announced at E3, Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition just launched its Japanese site. At the moment, it doesn’t contain much other than some screenshots. A close look shows...

Jul.28

Gaming News

New Tales Games Announced

Tales of Graces, previously a Wii-exclusive, will be heading to the PlayStation 3 as Tales of Graces F, much like its Xbox 360 cousin, Tales of Vesperia. It will feature...

Jul.28

Press Releases

Tecmo Koei America Announces Pre-Order for Quantum Theory

Tecmo Koei America is pleased to announce the Quantum Theory pre-order event through online retailer GameStop. Quantum Theory evolves the action genre and deploys players onto a living battlefield unlike...

Jul.28

Music

UVERworld Opens Café

UVERworld, famed in the anime world for opening themes for the likes of Bleach and Gundam 00, is announcing their own café in Shibuya, Japan. “UVERcafe” will feature special recipes...

Jul.28

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Review Up!

Game Reviews

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Review Up!

Gothic lolita? Check. Cat girl? Check. Mecha musume? Double check! AkSys Games comes back with the next iteration in the BlazBlue franchise, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift. Anyone who has played an...

Jul.27

Press Releases

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Ships to Stores!

Torrance, CA (July 27th, 2010) – Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, proudly announces BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, shipping out to stores today! The first BlazBlue Playstation 3...

Jul.26

Music

Erika Sawajiri Tops Tokyo Hot List

CNNGo.com, the international portal for CNN.com, just compiled a list of the top 20 people to watch out for in the Japanese entertainment industry. Surprisingly enough, Erika Sawajiri topped the...

Jul.24

Figure News

Summer Wonder Festival 2010 Coverage

The flood gates have opened, and The-O Network will be compiling all the reports, photos, and coverage from the Summer Wonder Festival! Some of the first leaked...

Jul.24

Gaming

Street Fighter X Tekken Screens GET!

Hey guys, I just uploaded a bunch of screens from Street Fighter X Tekken to my profile. Check it out here. GOGOGO. Anyone else hyped up for this game?

Jul.24

Press Releases

THE HEAVYWEIGHTS OF THE FIGHTING WORLD COLLIDE AS CAPCOM ANNOUNCES STREET FIGHTER X TEKKEN

SAN DIEGO, CA — July 24, 2010 — Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games today announced that Street Fighter X Tekken is in development for the...

Jul.24

Gaming News

Street Fighter/Tekken Crossover Confirmed!

At the Comic Con 2010 panel, SSFIV and Beyond, Producer Yoshinori Ono along with Tekken Producer Katsuhiro Harada announced a crossover project between Street Fighter and Tekken, making two games...

Jul.24

Anime News

Moyashimon Live Action on Hulu

I was pleasantly surprised while browsing Hulu to find the Japanese drama adaptation of Moyashimon: Tales of Agriculture, which is currently airing in Japan, on Hulu with the most up...

Jul.23

Anime Expo 2010

May'n Anime Expo '10 Panel

After opening ceremonies on the first day of Anime Expo 2010, pop singer May Nakabayashi, known by her stage name as May'n, took questions from her American fans. May'n is...

Jul.23

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid Petit Angel Beats! Set 02

Goodsmile Company's latest release comes in the form of another Nendoroid Petit set! This time they release the 2nd set of Angel Beats! characters. This time the set...

Jul.23

Figure News

[GSC] New Bakemonogatari Figures!

Goodsmile Company posted teaser photos on their blog of some of the items that will be on display at the upcoming Summer Wonder Festival. Amongst those photos were three...

Jul.22

Site

The-O Network YouTube Channel

Check out the new The-O Network YouTube channel! So far, we have gameplay clips from Capcom's games at Comic Con 2010, like Okamiden, and a special message to her fans...

Jul.22

Gaming News

New Super Street Fighter IV Characters?

During the arcade location tests for Super Street Fighter IV, taking place in Japan right now in Akihabara, the character select screen conspicuously has two blank slots. These indicated new...

Jul.22

Gaming News

CASE ZERO Comes August 31

Dead Rising 2: CASE ZERO will be available exclusively on Xbox Live on August 31, almost a month before the release of Dead Rising 2. The game is a prologue...

Jul.22

May'n Interview @ AX 2010

Interview

May'n Interview @ AX 2010

Japanese pop star May Nakabayashi (May'n) who's probably best known as the vocal for Sheryl Nome from the anime series Macross Frontier, was in attendance at Anime Expo 2010 in...

Jul.22

Gaming News

First Disgaea 4 Artwork?

Dengeki PlayStation Online reported on Wednesday that they had received a mysterious postcard from Nippon Ichi Software. The art resembles Disgaea's character designer, Takehito Harada's style which you can view...

Jul.21

Akio Watanabe: Bakemonogatari Animation Director Interview

Interview

Akio Watanabe: Bakemonogatari Animation Director Interview

Apart from the impressive official guests at this year's Anime Expo, English visual novel publisher MangaGamer brough their own all star line of guests including Akio Watanabe. Watanabe has provided...

Jul.21

Yuki Takano Interview

Interview

Yuki Takano Interview

Amongst some of the all star artists and character designers that MangaGamer brought to Anime Expo 2010 who were available to accept commissions on sketches, there were a few lesser...

Jul.21

Gaming News

Arcana Heart 3 Coming to Consoles

Lolicon rejoice! Arcana Heart 3, the fighting game series known for having loads of underage girls, is coming to both Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 in Japan courtesy of Arc...

Jul.20

Contests

Join The-O Network Staff Contest

We realized there were many readers out there who really wanted to attend the NIS America Press Event. Well now you can! The-O Network covers a broad range of topics...

Jul.20

Gaming News

Microsoft Kinect Priced at $150

Microsoft has just announced that the Kinect will retail for $149.99, as retailers have been speculating for months now. For that price, consumers will get both the Kinect hardware and...

Jul.19

Gaming News

Alien Swarm Available on Steam Now

For those who have a PC and Steam, Alien Swarm, previously a mod on the Unreal Tournament 2004 engine, has just been released for free. Alien Swarm is a top...

Jul.18

Gundemonium Collection Review

Game Reviews

Gundemonium Collection Review

Gundemonium Collection is a collection of three games, Gundemonium Recollection, GundeadliGne, and Hitogata Happa that Rockin’ Android has released recently.  Developed by Platine Depositif, this collection is a classic bullet...

Jul.17

Anime Expo 2010

Yui Horie & Eri Kitamura Press Conference

One of Japan's most proliferic voice actress, Yui Horie was in attendance with her fellow voice actress Eri Kitamura at Anime Expo 2010. Apart from their individual panels and autograph...

Jul.16

Contests

NIS America Goodie Giveaway

We know most of you couldn't be at NIS America's press event, but fear not! We brought back with us gifts! That's right folks, we're giving away free 3 NIS...

Jul.16

Sou Miyata Interview (Muv-Luv)

Interview

Sou Miyata Interview (Muv-Luv)

Many people may not know who Sou Miyata is, but they probably have heard about the Muv-Luv visual novel series which he works on in Japan. Muv-Luv was originally a...

Jul.16

Music

Dir en Grey 2010 North American Tour Dates

Legendary J-Rock band Dir en Grey has just announced a tour of North America starting in Toronto, Canada and ending in Seattle, Washington. In addition, the band will be joined...

Jul.16

Gaming News

NIS America Press Event 2010 Report

Game publisher NIS America threw a press event in San Francisco on Thursday. The event itself was more of a party, with journalists and friends mingling with the staff and...

Jul.16

Gaming News

Capcom Announces Megaman Universe!

Capcom has just announced a new Megaman game, called Megaman Universe. Currently, there are no details except for a stop motion teaser trailer without any gameplay whatsoever. All that we...

Jul.16

Gaming News

Ar tonelico 3 for US Confirmed as Qoga

NIS America announced on Thursday at their press event that Ar tonelico III: The Girl's Song that Pulls the Trigger of World's Demise will be localized in the United States...

Jul.16

Gaming News

NIS America Announces Z.H.P.

For fans who liked Disgaea, they will be happy to know there is going to be a similar game called Zettai Hero Kaizou Keikaku (it will be localized in the...

Jul.16

Gaming News

NIS America Announces Cladun

Cladun: This is an RPG, originally titled Classic Dungeon in Japan, was one of the few games whose release was announced at NIS America press event. However, contrary to the...

Jul.15

Gaming News

Live NIS America 2010 Press Event Coverage

NIS America's press event is kicking off tonight at 6PM PST tonight in San Francisco. Apart from Ar tonelico 3 which will most likely be announced, we're also expecting a...

Jul.14

Gaming News

Last Window Dated in Europe

While it was only a cult favorite, Hotel Dusk: Room 215 has a sequel dated in Europe for September 17. Titled Last Window: The Secret of Cape West, it stars...

Jul.14

Anime Expo 2010

Eri Kitamura Panel

This year at Anime Expo 2010, voice actor Eri Kitamura came over to Los Angeles, California as a Guest of Honor, marking this anime convention her first event overseas. Her...

Jul.14

Gaming News

Sengoku BASARA Comes October 12!

Japanese history lovers can rejoice! Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes will come to North America on October 12. It will be available for both the Wii and Playstation 3 - odd...

Jul.14

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid Petit Racing Miku Set 2010 Version

Good Smile Company really likes teasing us.  Posted on their Facebook page, they recently uploaded pictures of their latest Nendoroid Petit set: Racing Miku Set 2010 Version.  Featuring Miku, Rin...

Jul.14

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid Petite Ichiban Ushiro no Dai Mao Set

Based on a recently completed series in Japan, Good Smile Company released a quick Nendoroid Petit set of Ichiban Ushiro no Daimaou (いちばんうしろの大魔王).  All the unique traits of the heroines...

Jul.14

Figure News

[COSPA] Fate Testarossa Movie Version

So in-line with Alter's recent release of their 1/7 Fate Testarossa Movie Version PVC Figure, COSPA was quick to also put out their own version.  Though less advertised, COSPA's version...

Jul.13

Gaming News

New Arc System Works Game?

A quick visit to Arc System Works' homepage will reveal a countdown timer, which will hit zero on July 23. Most of the time, these countdowns lead to a new...

Jul.13

Press Releases

#1 Music App in 70 Countries: Rhythm Racer 2

Los Angeles – July 13, 2010 – AvatarLabs today announced that Rhythm Racer 2 HD for iPad quickly became the most popular new music application in 70 countries over the...

Jul.12

Anime Expo 2010

May'n & Nakajima Press Conference

In 2008, Macross Frontier shook the anime community with it's action packed mecha action and muscial performances. The show's lead singers, May'n (May Nakabayashi) and Megumi Nakajima rose to stardom...

Jul.12

Yui Horie & Eri Kitamura Exclusive Interview

Interview

Yui Horie & Eri Kitamura Exclusive Interview

Voice actresses Yui Horie and Eri Kitamura were in attendance at Anime Expo 2010 to celebrate the English release of the school romance comedy anime Toradora! in America. Horie is...

Jul.12

Gaming News

EVO2010 Results

This year's Evolution Fighting Game Championships boasted some of the most surprising results to date. These included two pad players, Shizza and Vance “Vangief” Wu, placing top eight in Super...

Jul.11

Figure News

[Alter] 1/7 Fate Testarossa Movie Version

Seen previously as an unpainted prototype, Alter will finally be releasing the theatrical figure version of Fate Testarossa. The figure appears to come with 2 separate weapons and a possibility...

Jul.11

Rei Hiroe Interview

Interview

Rei Hiroe Interview

Rei Hiroe is the creator and author of the popular manga series, Black Lagoon. The manga has received an anime adaptation, with a third season that debuted in North America...

Jul.09

Press Releases

Blazing Souls Accelate For PSP!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mankind Will Be Replaced… Torrance CA (July 1, 2010) Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, announces an epic tale: Blazing Souls Accelate for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system...

Jul.09

Danny Choo Interview @ AX 2010

Interview

Danny Choo Interview @ AX 2010

Internet sensation Danny Choo made his first official American appearance on June 30, 2010 at one of the largest anime conventions in the United States, Anime Expo. Choo runs the...

Jul.09

Press Releases

Aksys Games Presents 999 a Horror Visual Novel!

Time is ticking, the water is rising, the doors won't budge… Torrance, CA (July 1, 2010) - Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment products, announces the horror visual novel, Nine...

Jul.08

BENI Interview

Interview

BENI Interview

BENI, formerly known as Beni Arashiro, is an up and coming Japanese Pop and R&B singer. She's been recognized by anime audiences for her work in Eyeshield 21 for "Goal...

Jul.08

Convention News

Minori Chihara at New York Anime Fest

Famed for her performance as Yuki Nagato in The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, voice actor and singer Minori Chihara will make an appearance at New York Anime Fest. She will...

Jul.08

Anime Expo 2010

Anime Expo 2010 Report

For three years running, Anime Expo has taken place in the Los Angeles Convention Center. It would seem that AX would get in the groove of things and host the...

Jul.07

Gaming News

Japan Reveals New PS3 SKUs

Starting July 29, new white and black 160GB PS3 and black 320GB PS3s will be available in Japan. These will retail for ¥29,980 ($342) and ¥34,980 ($399) respectively. The white...

Jul.05

Anime

Anime Expo 2010 Loot!

Anime Expo 2010 was over before I knew it! And with the conclusion of a convention, I wanted to share my loot to everyone.  Probably not as impressive as some...

Jul.05

Convention News

Anime Expo 2010 Post Con Updates

Anime Expo 2010 has come and gone, and what an amazing year it was! Not only do we have an EXCLUSIVE interview with Yui Horie and Eri Kitamura, we also...

Jul.02

Gaming News

Playable Titles at Quakecon

In addition to being a competitive tournament and free LAN party, Quakecon shows off several notable games from id Software and its associated companies every year. This year is no...

Jul.01

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XIV Release Details

Shown off at E3, Final Fantasy XIV will be released on September 30, 2010. For those who want to get in on the beta, the PC collector's edition will offer...

Jun.25

Press Releases

X JAPAN to Take Over Downtown Los Angeles and Invite Fans to "X"-Perience a One Day Music Video Sho

Mega Super J-Rock Band to Hold Music Video Recording Event the Evening of July 1, 2010 at Club Nokia Immediately Following the Yoshiki Foundation Launch Party Los Angeles, CA and Tokyo, Japan (June...

Jun.23

Press Releases

MAX 2010 Announces Two Shows for "ACO3 Presents Whose Line is It? Anime!"

Two (2) Shows to Only at Fan Focused Event (July 1, 2010 in Los Angeles, CA at Club Nokia)-MAXimize the Experience, MAXimize the FUN and Take it To the MAX! LOS ANGELES, Calif...

Jun.23

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid K-ON! Yui and Tsumugi: Live Stage Set

With Wonder Festival Summer 2010 creeping around the corner, companies could not but help leak some of the goodies that will be available for order or pre-order. Last Wonder Festival we...

Jun.23

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

E3 The Agency Impressions

At the Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) booth, we were able to get some hands-on experience on the game, The Agency. The game is aimed to be a massive multiplayer...

Jun.23

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

E3 Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage Impressions

Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage is a new spinoff of the Warriors series from Tecmo Koei. It combines characters from the Fist of the North Star manga with...

Jun.23

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

E3 The Tales of Bearsworth Manor Impressions

Often known for its RPG flagship titles, Square Enix has released its fair share of experimental games in the past; at E3, they showed off their latest WiiWare titles, The...

Jun.22

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

Portable Gaming Case at E3

Hidden within one of the corners of E3 was GAEMS, or Gaming and Entertainment Mobile Systems. GAEMS is working on a portable case, which will include everything needed for a...

Jun.20

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

E3 Dead Nation Impressions

Brought to us by the same brilliant minds that created Super Stardust HD, Dead Nation brings us more of the same gameplay that enthralled gamers when it first hit PSN...

Jun.20

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

Dance Masters with Naoki Maeda at E3

Dance Masters is probably one of the more interesting game debuting at E3 and is being made by the creators of Dance Dance Revolution. Naoki Maeda, probably best known as...

Jun.20

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

E3 Hard Corps: Uprising Impressions

Prequel to Sega Genesis’ Contra: Hard Corps, Hard Corps: Uprising (working title) was one of the simplest, yet outstanding games on the show floor at E3. It is a side...

Jun.17

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid Petit Angel Beats! Set 01

Angel Beats! has seen it's fair share of Nendoroid Petit figures showing up in various magazines.  The August 2010 issue of Dengeki G's magazine comes with a Nendoroid Petit Tenshi...

Jun.17

Figure News

Preview Nendoroid Saber Full Action

Mika-tan from GSC has taken the liberty to post up preview pictures of the up-and-coming Saber Full Action Nendoroid.  Many of you might remember the Saber Lily -Distant Avalon- figure...

Jun.16

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

E3 Vanquish Impressions

With very little information on it other than its sci-fi roots and the fact that it’s created by Shinji Mikami of Resident Evil fame, Vanquish may not have caught everyone’s...

Jun.15

Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2010

E3 Hunted: The Demon's Forge Impressions

Hunted: The Demon's Forge is a brand new IP from Bethesda Softworks, focusing on two characters, E'lara and Caddoc. During E3, we got a chance to play through the demo and...

Jun.14

Convention News

E3 2010 Coverage

For the rest of this week, The-O Network will be providing you live news and report updates from the show floor of one of the largest video game trade shows...

Jun.13

FanimeCon 2010

Yukie☆AniMelody @ Fanime 2010

Yukie☆AniMelody took place on May 29th on Stage Zero Concourse. Yukie Dong is a local live anime song performer located in the Bay Area. She has performed...

Jun.13

FanimeCon 2010

Swap Meet

FanimeCon's Swap Meet is one of the place to be if you're looking to get rid of some of the old anime stuff lying in your closet. As a buyer...

Jun.12

FanimeCon 2010

Illustrations of Bishoujo Panel

The Illustrations of Bishoujo panel was held on May 29th, in Salon 3 at the Marriott.  This 18+ event was carded and the special guest speaker was Mamoru Yokota. ...

Jun.12

FanimeCon 2010

FLOW Concert Coverage

On the evening of May 28th, FLOW performed at FanimeCon's MusicFest in the San Jose Civic Auditorium. FLOW has scarcely ever come to America to hold a concert; therefore...

Jun.12

FanimeCon 2010

FanimeCon 2010 Report

This year saw a return of many previous guests like Halko Momoi and Hiroyuki Yamaga, with newcomers including Mamoru Yokota and hit musical group FLOW! The swap meet was the...

Jun.11

Figure News

[GSC] Black Rock Shooter -Animation Version-

Nearing the release date of the anime, Good Smile Company has finally put out the highly anticipated animation version of Black Rock Shooter.  This PVC figure features a more dynamic...

Jun.10

Figure News

[Alter] Asuka Langley Plug Suit Test Type PVC Figure

As seen in the Rebuild of Evangelion movies, You Can (Not) Advance, this figure is modeled after Asuka in the special test plug suit as she prepares to pilot the...

Jun.10

Figure News

[GSC] Yui Inaba PVC Figure

Once again, Good Smile Company has proven to us that they have not lost their touch.  This figure is based on an illustration by the popular artist, Noizi Ito, and...

Jun.08

Music

L'Arc-en-Ciel's "I Love Rock'n Roll" US Release

Originally released in Japan on March 31, 2010, Sony Music has announced on Tuesday that L'Arc-en-Ciel's adaptation of the popular American classic "I Love Rock'n Roll" is now available for...

Jun.08

Otaku

4Chan Founder Speaks on TED Talks

Christopher Poole also known as moot, is the founder of the highly successful English image board 4chan based off of the Japanese image board, 2chan. 4chan is probably...

Jun.08

FanimeCon 2010

Charity Auction @ Fanime 2010

The Fanime Charity auction has been around for awhile and every year items are sold off for an important cause. This year’s beneficiary was the Red Cross. The auction was...

Jun.07

Dungeon Strategy Game Review Series Part 1: Dungeon Keeper 2

Game Reviews

Dungeon Strategy Game Review Series Part 1: Dungeon Keeper 2

Most people are used to believing that justice prevails in a struggle. Somehow, it does not feel right if a story ends with the demise of good. At the same...

Jun.07

Convention News

Ask Guests at Anime Expo 2010 Questions!

With less than a month away, we’re gearing up for the impending interviews that we will be conducting at Anime Expo. The only problem is, there are an overwhelming number...

Jun.07

Gaming News

Level-5 Studio in the US?

Level-5, famous for the Professor Layton series, will be opening a development branch in both the United States and Europe. The United States branch should open in Santa Monica later...

Jun.05

Gaming News

A Chance to Attend the NIS America Party!

NIS America announced on Friday in a newsletter that they are offering two lucky groups of fans a chance to attend their annual press event in San Francisco on July...

Jun.05

Anime News

Summer 2010 Anime Season (Updated)

We've been waiting for some time for a more complete version, but a preliminary outline of some the series that will be airing this summer in Japan is available online...

Jun.03

Anime News

Princess Lover! Gets Adult OVA

PC adult game maker Ricotta has announced on Wednesday that the anime series Princess Lover! will be receiving an adult OVA adaptation in the form of two episodes. Character designs...

Jun.02

Last Rebellion Review

Game Reviews

Last Rebellion Review

Last Rebellion is the first console RPG developed by studio Hit Maker and published by RPG giant, Nippon Ichi Software. Hit Maker’s previous entries, Dragoneer's Aria, Blade Dancer, and A...

Jun.02

Gaming News

iPhone Japanese Games Part 1

The iPhone has been successful in application (app) sales since the App Store launched in 2008.  With over 200,000 apps available for purchase or download, more than 30,000 apps are...

Jun.01

FanimeCon 2010

Nujabes: Rest in Beats Panel @ Fanime 2010

Fanime is known for its well informed panels and open forums. Many of these events are light hearted and for entertaining purposes. This year’s Fanime had a special panel that...

May.26

Convention News

Yui Horie and Eri Kitamura @ Anime Expo 2010

Anime Expo announced on Wednesday that Japanese seiyuus, voice actresses, Yui Horie and Eri Kitamura will be joining as Guests of Honor this year to promote the American release of...

May.21

Gaming News

Ar Tonelico 3 US Release Pending?

We received an invitation to NIS America's press event today mentioning announcements for new unnamed titles as well as special industry guest appearances. NIS America also slipped in an extra...

May.21

Convention News

Even More Guests at Anime Expo 2010?

Despite some of the problems Anime Expo has experienced within the last few years that has put the convention's future into question, they have managed to assemble an impressive guest...

May.20

Anime News

Toradora! and Persona English First Look

NIS America may be new to releasing anime, but they are no stranger when it comes to bundling their products with extra goodies. The company released on Wednesday some of...

May.19

Convention News

Black Lagoon and Rei Hiroe @ AX'10

Merely a couple months earlier, Sakura-Con held the world premiere of the Trigun: Badlands Rumble with Director Satoshi Nishimura and Character Designer Takahiro Yoshimatsu present in Seattle, Washington. Not to...

May.19

Convention News

Anime Expo 2010 Hosts Macross Frontier Leads

Megumi Nakajima and May'n, who sing the parts for Ranka Lee and Sheryl Nome respectively in Macross Frontier, have just been announced as official guests of honor for Anime Expo...

May.15

Convention News

FLOW heads to FanimeCon 2010

San Jose based anime convention, FanimeCon announced on Friday that Japanese rock band FLOW will be performing at the event. FLOW's music has been used in anime series such as...

May.14

Convention News

Danny Choo @ Anime Expo 2010

Reliable sources had told us Anime Expo was negotiating with famed otaku blogger Danny Choo a couple months back. On Thursday, Choo has confirmed on his Facebook page that he...

May.12

Sakura-Con 2010

Swimsuit Cosplayers at Sakura-con 2010

Sakura-Con is one of the largest anime conventions in the northwest and like all anime conventions, it has its usual events like the Masquerade and AMV contest. What made Sakura-Con...

May.06

Convention News

Gainax Booth at FanimeCon 2010

Gainax studio is no stranger at the San Jose anime convention, FanimeCon. Gainax's Executive Director and Co-Founder,  Hiroyuki Yamaga has made almost yearly appearances since the convention began. What's interesting...

May.06

Anime News

Panty & Stocking by Gainax

Revealed on Tuesday, Gainax's Tomoyuki Uchikoga announced their newest project titled Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt (Pansuto) on his twitter account. The series will be headed by Hiroyuki Imaishi, Director...

May.04

Press Releases

CRUNCHYROLL SEES UNPRECEDENTED GROWTH IN Q1 2010

Number One Anime Website Crunchyroll.com Sees Great Opportunities in Helping Traditional Media Companies Grow Audiences and Build Businesses Online San Francisco, Calif. (May 3, 2010) ­ Crunchyroll, Inc., reported today an...

May.01

Super Street Fighter IV Review

Game Reviews

Super Street Fighter IV Review

In the tradition of fighting games in the 90s, Capcom has just released Super Street Fighter IV, the update to 2009's highly successful Street Fighter IV. Will this be a...

May.01

Anime News

Haruhi Movie Premiere In San Francisco

Viz Cinema in San Francisco will be premiering The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya movie subtitled in English from May 21 to June 5. The movie was originally released in Japan...

Apr.30

Convention

Wondercon 2010 Impressions

Wondercon is a magical time in which geeks from all over can congregate in one small space. It's a special time of... Well, I'm getting off track a bit. Wondercon is...

Apr.30

Events

Kick-Ass Wondercon Screening Impressions

Kick-Ass, for those of you who don't know, is a film based on a British comic book of the same name. How does this apply to The-O Network Online? Well...

Apr.30

Events

Tron Viral Event

Now, time for some late late late impressions for Disney's viral event promoting TRON: Legacy! Everything took place on April 2nd, the first day of Wondercon. The evening started with a...

Apr.30

Convention News

World Cosplay Summit @ FanimeCon '10

Rumors were floating around online that the World Cosplay Summit (WCS) will be holding a preliminary at this year's FanimeCon in San Jose, California. Staff and organizers have stressed that...

Apr.28

Press Releases

Lost Planet 2's Launch Event, "Kill Big for Charity" Hosted by Olivia Munn

Capcom is happy to announce that Olivia Munn will be hosting the Lost Planet 2 “Kill Big for Charity” launch event and celebrity tournament in Los Angeles on May 6...

Apr.28

Events

Animelo Summer Live 2009 Re:Bridge

I've searched through the Anisama 2009 Blu-ray hoping to find a screen shot of The-O Network Online members.  And guess what!  We're right there in the blurry section and were...

Apr.28

Sakura-Con 2010

Noizi Ito Panel

Sakura-Con 2010 kicked off with autograph sessions by various guests including Noizi Ito, probably best known as the original character designer for the Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya and Shakugan no...

Apr.27

Convention News

Mamoru Yokota @ FanimeCon 2010

FanimeCon announced on Tuesday that artist Mamoru Yokota will be joining the guest list this year. His more prominent roles include working as animation director for the anime adaptation of...

Apr.26

Site

RSS Feeds Online Again

We recently discovered that our RSS Feeds has been down for the last couple of weeks. Users were not able to view any past or latest posts. The problem was...

Apr.25

Noizi Ito (いとうのいぢ) Interview

Interview

Noizi Ito (いとうのいぢ) Interview

One of Japan's most popular novel and gaming artist, Noizi Ito made her first official American appearance on April 2, 2010 at Sakura-Con in Seattle, Washington. Ito-sensei is probably best...

Apr.23

Figure News

Hatsune Miku Append

With roughly a week left, Crypton Future Media, Inc. will be releasing a new version of the popular Vocaloid voice synthesizer program, Hatsune Miku. Titled Miku Append, the program will...

Apr.23

Sakura-Con 2010

Trigun: Badlands Rumble World Premiere

Trigun is one of the most beloved anime series of all time. Unlike most other series, Trigun is a science fiction western, which is strange to see in a medium...

Apr.23

Sakura-Con 2010

Charity Auction

The Charity Auction for Sakura-Con 2010 was held in room 2AB from 11:00am to roughly 2:30pm.  The benefitors of the auction were the Make-A-Wish Foundation®.Sakura-Con had a huge pile of...

Apr.22

Dazzle Vision Interview @ Sakura-Con

Interview

Dazzle Vision Interview @ Sakura-Con

There has been an incredible amount of buzz around Japanese indie group Dazzle Vision especially after their first American performance at Sakura-Con 2010 in Seattle, Washington. Various interviews with the...

Apr.21

Press Releases

Viz Debuts Flower In a Storm

FLOWER IN A STORM BRINGS ON A FRENZIED ROMANTIC CHASE IN FUN NEW SHOJO SERIES FROM VIZ MEDIA When A Boy Just Won’t Take No For An Answer Sometimes All...

Apr.20

Press Releases

Capcom Reveals Titles at Captivate 2010

CAPCOM® REVEALS BLOCKBUSTER TITLES FOR 2011, OTHER NEW DETAILS HOT ON HEELS OF CAPTIVATE 2010 SHOWCASE IN HAWAII Marvel® vs. Capcom® 3: Fate of Two Worlds, OkamidenTM, Dead Rising® 2 and...

Apr.20

Gaming News

Marvel vs Capcom 3 Finally Realized

Rolling with the momentum that fighting games have gained these past two years, Shoryuken has just unveiled a teaser trailer for the fighting game that many thought would never come...

Apr.20

Gaming News

LA Super Street Fighter IV Fight Club

As reported before, Capcom will be hosting an event commemorating the launch of Super Street Fighter IV. The event will run from 8PM to midnight on Friday, April 23rd in...

Apr.18

Sakura-Con 2010

Sakura-Con 2010 Report

Organized annually by the Asia Northwest Cultural Education Association (ANCEA), Sakura-Con 2010 was held from April 2nd 2010 to April 4th 2010 at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center...

Apr.17

Gaming News

Blazblue Creators @ FanimeCon 2010

"FanimeCon, Aksys Games, and Arc System Works are proud to announce video game creators Daisuke Ishiwatari and Toshimichi Mori as Guests of Honor at FanimeCon 2010. Daisuke Ishiwatari is famous for...

Apr.15

Press Releases

Viz Aquires Bakuman

FIND OUT WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE IT TO THE TOP AS A MANGA CREATOR IN THE NEW SHONEN JUMP SERIES BAKUMAN。 Two Students Must Have Perseverance, Innovation And An Uncompromising...

Apr.15

Press Releases

Viz Media Announced Kingyo Used Books

VIZ MEDIA TRANSPORTS READERS TO KINGYO USED BOOKS – A FANTASTIC PLACE WHERE READERS FIND THEIR DREAMS IN MANGA A Charming Bookshop with a Special Inventory Becomes a Place Where Lives Are...

Apr.15

Anime News

ABe Sketches on the iPad

The Apple iPad has received a lot of mixed attention with its recent release, but what happens when one falls into the hands of famed illustrator and character designer Yoshitoshi...

Apr.12

Music

Home Made Kazoku US Debut

Home Made Kazoku will make their U.S. debut at Otakon this year.  The hip-hop group composing of Micro and Kuro, vocalists, and U-Ichi, DJ, are known for their upbeat music...

Apr.10

Anime

Private Email Compromised

My private email address was hacked earlier this morning around 9:40 AM PST leading to all sorts of spam emails sent to friends, business contacts, and affiliates. I have already...

Apr.08

Music

Stereopony to perform at AnimeNEXT 2010

AnimeNEXT announced on Monday that STEREOPONY will be performing as the musical guest of honor this year.  Aimi on vocals and guitar, Nohana on bass, and Shiho on drums formed...

Apr.07

Gaming News

Kojima World Tour

According to Kotaku, coinciding with Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, Hideo Kojima will begin a world wide tour starting in April 29 to July 25. Hideo Kojima, famous for his...

Apr.07

Gaming News

Super Street Fighter IV Launch Event?

Through its twitter, Capcom Unity has announced an event in Los Angeles on April 23. Referring to readers as "Street Fighters," the tweet is likely hinting at a launch event...

Apr.06

Site Related

Gallery Migrations and Maintenance

The main gallery is undergoing maintenance. We are also in the process of migrating the gallery into a new one.

Apr.06

Music

X Japan to Play at Lollapalooza

While X Japan appeared in southern California less than a year ago to film a music video, they will be returning from August 6 - 8 in Chicago for Lollapalooza...

Apr.06

Convention

Sakura-Con 2010 Reports Coming

Our first year at Sakura-Con and what a convention it was! The staff is currently slaving away offloading and editing images, videos, compiling articles, transcribing panels, and working on interviews...

Apr.06

Figure News

[GSC] Nendoroid Petit Nanoha the Movie 1st Box

Better late than never, GSC has released pre-orders for the the popular Nendoroid-Petit Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha set.  Nendoroid-Petits based off of Nanoha the Movie, are sure to be an...

Apr.01

Latest

T-ONO Officially Turns 3!

I can hardly believe it has already been three years since our official public debut. Some of you might be aware that ironically our website's birthday coincides with April Fools...

Mar.29

Anime News

CG Gaiking Remake Movie Trailer

Last week at the Tokyo Anime Fair, Toei Animation made the announcement of a CG movie remake of the 1970s mech anime series Gaiking with a short clip at their...

Mar.28

White Knight Chronicles International Edition Review

Game Reviews

White Knight Chronicles International Edition Review

White Knight Chronicles is the latest RPG from one of the most renowned studio in Japan, Level 5. Level 5 is famous for many hit RPGs such as Dark Cloud...

Mar.27

Figure News

[GSC] Black ★ Rock Shooter Nendoroid and Figma

As popular as ever, Good Smile Company has released the Black ★ Rock Shooter Nendoroid and figma for pre-order at local internet retailers. As we've all seen the pre-production...

Mar.26

Gaming News

Persona 5 Rumors Confirmed!

During an interview with Dengeki PlayStation Magazine, Director Katura Hashino, of Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4 fame, hinted at the next Persona game. Hashino stated that he wants to keep...

Mar.25

Gaming News

Prince of Persia Creator and Casts Heads to WonderCon

Disney's movie adaptation of Ubisoft's Prince of Persia The Sands of Time video game has been confirmed to appear at this year's WonderCon. Tentatively scheduled, Producer Jerry Bruckheimer, Director Mike...

Mar.25

Figure News

[GSC] PVC 1/7 Rin Tosaka and Dark Saber

Akibahobby has uploaded a single photo taken at the Tokyo International Anime Fair, of a 1/7 scale PVC prototype Rin Tosaka from Fate/stay night. The figure is impressively sculpted with...

Mar.24

Figure News

[Max Factory] 1/7 Mio Akiyama / Ritsu Tainaka

Continuing with the updates, Max Factory has on display colored PVC samples of Mio Akiyama in her maid outfit with guitar, and Ritsu Tainaka from the high school girl band...

Mar.24

Figure News

[GSC] Nadeko Sengoku (Bakemonogatari)

Reports are trickling in as the Tokyo International Anime Fair is in full swing. Apparently, a prototype figure of Nadeko Sengoku from Bakemonogatari is on display as well as a...

Mar.23

Gaming News

Nintendo Announces New DS

Less than a year after the launch of the Nintendo DSi, Nintendo announces another addition to the DS line, the tentatively named Nintendo 3DS. As the name suggests, the system...

Mar.23

Gaming News

Trinity Universe Heads to the USA!

NIS America has announced Tuesday that they will be bringing Trinity Universe Stateside for the Playstation 3. The game is a collaboration project among Nippon Ichi Software, Gust, and Idea...

Mar.21

Site Related

Sakura Wars Review Corrections

Thank you to the readers who pointed out that the game does in fact have a fast forward feature which is unlocked after a first play through. A few typos...

Mar.18

Music

Jun Seba "Nujabes" Dies at 36

Hip hop producer Jun Seba, also known as Nujabes died on Thursday, February 26, 2010 due to an automobile accident in Tokyo. Emergency medical technicians in Tokyo rushed him to...

Mar.18

Figure News

[Alter] 1/7 Momohime (Muramasa)

As part of their second announcement, Alter will be releasing a figure of Momohime from the critically acclaimed Wii game, Muramasa: The Demon Blade. Standing on top of a beautiful...

Mar.18

Figure News

[Alter] 1/7 Vivio Takamachi

Figure company Alter has officially released new information on several new figures that were originally seen earlier this year at the Winter Wonder Festival. Continuing their Magical Lyrical Girl Nanoha...

Mar.16

Sakura Wars: So Long My Love Review

Game Reviews

Sakura Wars: So Long My Love Review

Sakura Wars is overwhelmingly popular in Japan. Up until March 2008, the franchise had its own store complete with a Sakura Wars inspired cafe. The series has spawned a plethora...

Mar.15

Music

Enka Singer Jero US Tour

Hip hop fusion enka singer, Jero will be launching his first official American tour at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco on March 28, 2010. Jero, Jerome White...

Mar.13

Otaku

Otaku Marries His Dakimakura

28 year old Lee Jin-gyu from Korea has apparently married his dakimakura, or hug pillow of popular anime character Fate Testarossa. Taking the otaku pride to the next level...

Mar.10

Gaming News

Full Street Fighter IV Roster Revealed

With the Game Developers Conference 2010 in San Francisco, Super Street Fighter IV's full roster has finally been revealed. After months of teasing and introducing several characters at a time...

Mar.05

No More Heroes 2 Review

Game Reviews

No More Heroes 2 Review

Released two years ago, No More Heroes left a large impression with its sexual references, fountains of blood, and the memorable use of toilets as save points – all of...

Mar.04

Convention News

Yuu Asakawa: Guest of Honor at Anime Expo 2010

Anime Expo has just announced Yuu Asakawa as their next guest of honor at Anime Expo 2010. Asakawa has starred in many prolific anime such as Love Hina, Azumanga Daioh...

Mar.03

Gaming News

DJ Max Technika 2 -Crew Race- Website Launched

DJ Max Technika fans rejoice!  The Korean company Neowiz has officially launched the 'DJ Max Technika 2 -Crew Race-' website.  With flashing colors and a bleeding rainbow, this website is...

Mar.03

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XIV Alpha Begins

With the recent excitement of Blizzard Entertainment's Starcraft II closed beta release, apparently Square Enix's Final Fantasy XIV MMORPG alpha testing is going live next week on March 11, 2010...

Mar.02

Anime News

Nuraruhyon no Mago Anime

Manga series Nurarihyon no Mago has been announced for an anime adaptation planned to be aired in July 2010. The series follows 13 year old Rikuo Nura whose grandfather is...

Feb.24

Convention News

Noizi Ito Heads to Sakura-Con 2010

Seattle based anime convention, Sakura-Con has announced famed character designer Noizi Ito as a guest. Noizi is best known for her work as the original character designer for The Melancholy...

Feb.22

supercell Exclusive Interview [1st Ever English Interview!]

Interview

supercell Exclusive Interview [1st Ever English Interview!]

Independent music group, supercell has taken the Japanese otaku community by storm! In March 2009, their popularity had caught the attention of record label Sony Music Japan earning them their...

Feb.21

Music

Animelo Summer Live 2010 Announced

In an interesting twist, DWANGO has announced that the largest anime themed concert, Animelo Summer Live will be going overseas to Shanghai China in late November. The yearly event held...

Feb.21

Gaming News

Next Gundam VS Announced

At the Arcade Operators Union Entertainment Expo, Namco Bandai has just announced a fall 2010 release date for the follow up to Gundam vs Gundam NEXT and Gundam vs Gundam...

Feb.19

Music

Kirsten Dunst's Akihabara Music Video Released

Last year in August, shoppers of Japan's otaku shopping district, Akihabara, reported that actress Kirsten Dunst, probably best recognized for her role as Mary Jane in recent Spiderman films, was...

Feb.18

Figure News

[Wave] Konata and Kagami Beach Queens

Figure maker Wave will be releasing figures of Konata and Kagami from the series Lucky Star as part of their Beach Queens series. Wave has been a mixed bag in...

Feb.18

The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks Review

Game Reviews

The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks Review

Link is out of the water and onto a train in this all new adventure in the land of Hyrule.This time, Link has to team up with a phantom Princess...

Feb.16

Music

LM.C Performing at FanimeCon 2010, California

FanimeCon, California's second largest anime convention, has announced on Sunday that "New Century Electro Rock" LM.C will be performing at MusicFest this year. The duo composing of maya on vocals...

Feb.16

Music

Chiaki Kuriyama's Gundam Unicorn Single

Bringing her international acclaim with Kill Bill Vol. 1, Chiaki Kuriyama is once again making her debut as a singer with her single, Ryusei No Namida. The song was chosen...

Feb.11

Anime News

NIS America Now Licenses Anime: Toradora!

In an odd twist, video game publisher NIS America, has sent us information that they will be now licensing anime to the United States starting with the highly successful high...

Feb.10

Gaming News

E3 2010 Exhibitor List Revealed

With only four months until the event, E3 has finally released a list of exhibitors. The list includes big names, like Capcom and Sega, and smaller companies alike. Sadly, some...

Feb.08

Anime News

Spring Anime 2010 List (Updated)

An impromptu list for the upcoming Spring anime season has been released with brief descriptions by the denezins of popular image board, 4chan. Leading the list, K-ON! returns with a...

Feb.06

Figure News

Winter Wonder Festival 2010 Coverage

It's that time again folks, one the largest figure and hobby show, Wonderfest is in full swing and we'll be providing you up to date photos and links from various...

Feb.04

Anime News

K-ON! Manga Licensed in the US

Yen Press has announced that they have acquired the rights to publish the hit high school girl band manga, K-ON! coming this November, 2010. Interestingly, they have also acquired the...

Feb.04

Figure News

Kampfer Messenger Plushies

Although not exactly figure news, anime good and apparel maker Cospla will be releasing plushies of the Messengers from gender bender series, Kampfer. Interested cosplayers and buyers can simply pick...

Feb.03

Gaming News

Nier Coming April 27, 2010

Square Enix's new action adventure game, Nier, will be coming to American shores on April 27, 2010 - a mere three days after its Japanese release date. Details are sparse...

Feb.02

Anime News

(Updated) High School of the Dead Returns: OVA Announced

Zombie action manga, High School of the Dead has been recently announced to be relaunched in the March issue of Monthly Dragon Age with new chapters as well an animated...

Feb.02

Gaming News

Keychains Feature Imaginary Battles

First shown on the official Japanese Street Fighter IV's Nakky blog a week ago, a keychain that replicates voice clips from Street Fighter II will be available in March. Bandai has also...

Feb.01

Figure News

Azusa Nakano (Azunyan!) Nendoroid

Shown previously at Comic Market 77, Goodsmile's blog has updated a new picture of Azusa Nakano from the series K-ON! The new photo shows her with a pair of cat...

Feb.01

Site Related

Site Reorganization and Upgrades

Productivity on the site has recently declined due to staff structure reorganization as well as the overall website layout. Somethings we are specifically addressing: Implementing a new gallery solution (in progress) Fixing...

Jan.31

Gaming News

Megaman Zero Collection Coming Stateside

Shortly after being announced for release in Japan, Megaman Zero Collection for the DS will also come to North American shores. Fans can look forward to all four Megaman Zero...

Jan.31

Gaming

Super Street Fighter IV Box Art Disappoints

Once again, the North American release for Street Fighter IV gets inferior artwork compared to the rest of the world. While it's not horrifying by any standards, you can clearly...

Jan.30

Gaming News

Disgaea Infinite Announced for the US

Yes the lovable dead penguins are back, as NIS America announces yesterday that they will be localizing the visual novel Disgaea Infinite. Players will take on the role as a...

Jan.24

Anime

Winter Holiday Contest Ending Soon!

Just as a reminder, there's approximately 3 1/2 hours left before our Winter Holiday Giveaway comes to a close! If you haven't entered yet, ENTER NOW!!!

Jan.22

Figure News

Taito's Bakemonogatari Prize Figures

Dug up from the depths of 2chan, apparently Taito will be releasing prize figures of the verbally abusive Hitagi Senjogahara and class president Tsubasa Hanekawa from the series Bakemonogatari. Little...

Jan.22

Technology

Greasy Fingers While Snacking Solved! (Gadget)

Japan is quite famous for creating a slew of odd devices and gadgets, and now we have the Potato Chips' Hand (Potechi no Te)! Toy company, Takara Tomy unveiled this...

Jan.20

Gaming News

Koihime Musou Game Coming in English

MangaGamer announces that they have acquired the rights to release the ero PC game, Koihime Musou in English. The game is roughly based on the the Chinese classic novel, Romance...

Jan.19

Music

m.o.v.e Anisama 2009 Photos

Like the previous post in an effort to promote the coming release of the Animelo Summer Live 2009 DVD and Blu-ray release, here's teaser shots of our main m.o.v.e photo...

Jan.18

Music

Nana Mizuki Anisama 2009 Photos

Since the Blu-ray and DVD version of Animelo Summer Live 2009 is releasing soon, we've decided to hype it up by posting teaser screenshots of our picture folder of the...

Jan.18

Anime News

Gurren Lagann Movie DVD Phone Cards

The DVD of the final chapter of the two part Gurren Lagann movie, Gurren Lagann The Movie 2: The Lights in the Sky are Stars (Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann: Ragan-hen)...

Jan.16

Contests

Holiday Giveaway Ending Soon!

As a reminder, there's approximately a week left before our Winter Holiday Giveaway ends. Prizes include an autographed shikishi board by otaku idol Halko Momoi, an Animelo Summer Live 2009...

Jan.15

Gaming News

Live Action Tekken 2010 Movie Trailer

If you haven't heard about it already, the hit fighting game series Tekken is getting the live action treatment and they recently released a trailer (located inside.) From what can...

Jan.09

Anime News

Fate/stay night Movie Trailer 2

The second trailer for the upcoming Fate/stay night movie adaptation has been posted online. The 2006 anime adaptation followed the original PC game's "Fate" scenario, while the upcoming movie will...

Jan.08

Demon’s Souls Review

Game Reviews

Demon’s Souls Review

Demon’s Souls is probably the most frustrating, yet rewardingly epic, experience on the Playstation 3. There are many moments where players will want to chuck their controllers at the TV...

Jan.02

Gundam vs Gundam NEXT PLUS Review

Game Reviews

Gundam vs Gundam NEXT PLUS Review

Following in its predecessor's path, Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs Gundam NEXT PLUS is the PSP port of the arcade hit Mobile Suit Gundam: Gundam vs Gundam NEXT. While a...

Dec.29

Anime News

Comic Market 76 Adventure

With Comic Market 77 currently in full swing, we present to you our belated report from Comic Market 76. Comic Market (most commonly referred to as Comiket or Comike) is...

Dec.29

Music

X Japan Invites you for Their American Appearance!

While they won't be appearing for a live, members of X Japan will make a public U.S. appearance together on January 9th, 2009 in Hollywood. The band will be filming...

Dec.28

Figure News

Black Rock Shooter Nendoroid First Pics

The first prototype pictures of Goodsmile's recently announced Black Rock Shooter Nendoroid has been leaked online. Though not one of the best, we're expecting more photos to show up within...

Dec.27

Gaming

Jump Fiesta trailer for Pers...I mean Tatsunoko vs Capcom!

[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gC76KSHbcQ 560x340] No lie, I thought I was watching a Persona trailer. Either way, get hype! Tatsunoko vs Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars for the Wii comes in less than a month! American...

Dec.26

Figure News

Code Geass Romantic Variation Banpresto Figures

Some of the first prototype pictures of Banpresto's Ichiban Kuji Premium line's newest Code Geass lottery prize figures of C.C. and Karen wearing wedding dresses has surfaced. The figures appear...

Dec.24

Anime News

1/1 Scale Gundam Returns

Lucky fans and tourists who missed the 1/1 scale commemorative Gundam statue that was taken down from Odaiba earlier in August 2009 will get a second chance. The statue will...

Dec.21

Anime News

Winter 2009 Holiday Wallpapers (Updated)

With the holiday season in full swing, why not change that drabby desktop wallpaper with something more festive? We've collected a few more recent wallpapers that we would like to...

Dec.20

Music

Chatmonchy at SXSW 2010 USA

Musical group Chatmonchy will be performing in the US at the 2010 South by Southwest Conferences and Festivals (SXSW). The group, consisting of Eriko Hashimoto on guitar and vocal, Akiko...

Dec.20

Music

Animelo Summer Live 2009 DVD/BD Release

For those of you who couldn't be in Japan for Animelo Summer Live (Ani-Sama) 2009, DWANGO has announced they will be releasing the DVD and Blu-ray versions on February 24...

Dec.19

Music

BoA at SF Pride Parade Report

In an effort to clear out the backlogging of articles before the new year, here's one of the first. Pop Korean star BoA made a visit on stage at the...

Dec.19

Contests

Winter Holiday 2009 Giveaway

So we've stockpiled a small amount of goodies to giveaway this season including copies of the PC side scrolling shooter, SUGURI, copies of the Animelo Summer Live 2009 Booklet sold...

Dec.16

Music

Kohaku Uta Gassen's 60th Anniversary

This year marks the 60th anniversary of one of Japan's most watched New Year's Eve show, Kohaku Uta Gassen. A musical show hosted by Japanese broadcasting company NHK, the performers...

Dec.13

Anime News

Bakuman Anime Coming Fall 2010

Shonen Jump's Bakuman has been announced that it will be receiving an anime adaptation for Fall 2010. Bakuman is written by Tsugumi Ohoba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata, both who...

Dec.09

Anime News

Decline of Anime in the USA Timeline

We're all quite aware that apart from the economic downturn in the United States, anime has been steadily declining for quite some time. Instead of discussing the causes or laying...

Dec.09

Anime News

Galbraith Holds Otaku Conference in Ottawa

Otaku scholar, Patrick Galbraith will be be holding a conference at Ottawa University on Friday January 8, 2009 1PM to 5:30PM. The lecture will be a discussion on the otaku...

Dec.08

Anime News

Railgun's Misaki to Appear in Shin Megami?

A Japanese magazine scan has appeared online announcing that online RPG Shin Megami Tensei: Imagine will be collaborating with the popular series Toaru Kagaku no Railgun. Story events, characters, and...

Dec.07

Gaming News

Higurashi English Game Release

Manga Gamer announces today that the visual novel PC game Higurashi When They Cry will be released this month on December 15. Only the first four chapters will be released...

Dec.05

Anime News

New Ikki Tousen and Code Geass Projects Announced

Yuki Siozaki's high school fighting series Ikki Tousen is getting a fourth season dubbed Xtreme Xecutor with a new added original character not seen in the manga. A special volume...

Dec.02

Figure News

[Nendoroid] Fate Testarossa

With the pending Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha The Movie 1st, and the previously announced Nanoha Takamachi Nendoroid, it was only a matter of time GoodSmile announced a Fate Testarossa version...

Dec.01

Figure News

[Petit Nendoroid] Bakemonogatari Figures

Goodsmile's blog has revealed that they will be releasing figures from the popular spring anime series Bakemonogatari. Only three characters have been shown so far including the show's male lead...

Dec.01

Gaming News

Blade & Soul MMO New Trailer

A new trailer has been released on the American website for Blade & Soul revealing four playable races. The game is being developed by NCSoft, well known for its previous...

Nov.29

Tekken 6 Review

Game Reviews

Tekken 6 Review

2009 is arguably the year of the fighter, featuring releases for games like Street Fighter IV and BlazBlue. Now it's Tekken's turn with Tekken 6, the newest version of this...

Nov.26

Event

Triple Threat Report

Having ran several tournaments beforehand, Active Gamers LA felt ready to tackle a major tournament and held Triple Threat on November 14 at the Hanger Athletic Xchange (HAX) in Hawthorne...

Nov.23

Site Related

Issues with Loading Site

A recent release of PHP installed on the server is causing load and caching issues. User may get a blank white page while trying to load the website or experience...

Nov.20

Anime News

Gurren Lagann Movie 2 Impressions

It's been roughly 5 months since I sat down with the director for the second Gurren Lagann movie, Hiroyuki Imaishi, and I finally got to see the film a few...

Nov.20

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days Review

Game Reviews

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days Review

Square Enix's beloved franchise is back and has landed on the Nintendo DS. The Kingdom Hearts series is a collaboration of characters from one of the biggest animation studios of...

Nov.20

Figure News

Ikaros PVC (Sora no Otoshimono)

Sora no Otoshimono the etchi anime debuted in Fall 2009 and already a figure of the well endowed Ikaros from the series has surfaced. She will be manufactured by Grands...

Nov.17

Figure News

Dolls Party 22: Mai Shiranui Dollfie and More

The next major Dollfie event, Dolls Party 22, has been announced for December 6, 2009 at the Tokyo Big Site in Odaiba. The more exciting announcement, Volks will be releasing...

Nov.15

Anime News

CG Anime "To" Trailer

Japanese entertainment company Avex Network has released a ten minute trailer of Fumihiko Sori's To on their Youtube channel. The film is an adaption of Yukinobu Hoshino's 2001 Nights science...

Nov.13

Music

Utada Hikaru In The Flesh 2010 Tour

Renown Japanese pop superstar Utada Hikaru has just announced her "In The Flesh 2010" Tour, which will hit eight US cities and London, UK. During the tour, she will visit...

Nov.10

Site Related

Community Restored

There has been some core issues with the backend management of the community profiles. No trouble found with clean installation on a remote site, problem seems to only persists on...

Nov.07

Dir en grey: All Visible Things Tour 2009

Music

Dir en grey: All Visible Things Tour 2009

Renown Japanese rock band Dir en grey is currently on their All Visible Things Tour 2009. The tour will feature two shows in South America, one each in Brazil and...

Nov.04

Gaming News

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift on American Soil!

Are you a BlazBlue fan? Will you be in Southern California on November 14th? Are you tired of v-13 players mashing on and breaking the D button? Then head out...

Nov.04

Gaming

Triple Threat: Attendance Mandatory for Fighting Game Fans!

Hosted by Active Gamers LA at the Hanger Athletic Xchange, the same host and venue for the Tekken 6 Launch Party, Triple Threat will be the largest fighting game tournament...

Oct.31

Anime News

Winter 2009-2010 Anime (Updated)

A preliminary list for the upcoming winter season of anime has been released. Gainax's Hanamaru Kindegarten adaptation announced eariler this year at Anime Expo will be debuting. We'll keep you...

Oct.31

Anime

Hatsune Miku on Google Chrome Commercial

While working on the site and watching my routine television shows on the internet video site Hulu, a commercial featuring the different themes of Google's internet browser Chrome popped up...

Oct.30

Anime News

2nd Gurren Lagann Movie US Debut

The November lineup is out for the San Francisco theater, Viz Cinema, and local fans are rejoicing. The second Gurren Lagann movie, Lights in the Sky are Stars will be...

Oct.30

Figure News

AmiAmi Opens Website to International Customers

Surprise! AmiAmi has officially launched an English website, now allowing international customers to browse, purchase and pre-order all the items they sell on the AmiAmi Japanese website! AmiAmi is pretty well...

Oct.30

Flying Red Barrel Review

Game Reviews

Flying Red Barrel Review

Flying Red Barrel ~Diary of a Little Aviator~, released for download on September 29, 2009, is Rockin' Android's latest foray into the bullet hell genre. With colorful graphics and innovative...

Oct.29

Event

Tekken 6 Launch Party in Hawthorne, CA

To celebrate the newest iteration of the Tekken franchise, Bandai Namco, Active Gamers LA, SD Tekken, and Shoryuken held a launch party on October 24th, 2009 in Hawthorne, California. Eagar...

Oct.28

Anime News

(Video) Gundam 00 Movie Trailer

A new trailer for the Gundam 00 movie has appeared online. The trailer starts with the production staff working together, Seiji Mizushima (Director) and Yosuke Kuroda (Writer) both can be...

Oct.26

QLIONE (Qualia) Review

Game Reviews

QLIONE (Qualia) Review

Hot off the release of Suguri: Perfect Edition, Rockin' Android presents QLIONE (Qualia), a new game that can best be described as a combination of a bullet hell shooter and...

Oct.22

Gaming News

(Video) Assassin's Creed Live Action

Previously announced at E3 2009, Ubisoft will be launching their digital live action shorts titled Assassin's Creed Lineage on YouTube, October 27. The film is made by Ubisoft Digital Art...

Oct.22

Event

Animelo Summer Live 2009 Set List

The full musical listing for the event is listed below:

Oct.22

Event

Animelo Summer Live 2009 Report

August is typically a packed month for otakus in Japan with the largest doujinshi convention, Comic Market and hobby event Wonder Festival held merely weeks apart. What some fans may...

Oct.20

Anime

Day 1: Akihabara Impressions (Japan Trip 2009)

Continuing from my previous post, we headed off to Akihabara main street after stopping by Yodobashi. We visited the Taito Game Station and pleasantly impressed how the arcade business is...

Oct.19

Muramasa: The Demon Blade Review

Game Reviews

Muramasa: The Demon Blade Review

While the Wii may not be the best console for hardcore gamers, it does occasionally have a few surprises here and there. Vanillaware's Muramasa: The Demon Blade is one such surprise...

Oct.19

Gaming News

Muramasa: The Demon Blade Review

While the Wii may not be the best console for hardcore gamers, it does occasionally have a few surprises here and there. Vanillaware's Muramasa: The Demon Blade is one such surprise...

Oct.17

Gaming News

How to get your UMD copy of Badman!

If you wanted to play Holy Invasion of Privacy, Badman! What Did I Do to Deserve This?, but you wanted to own the UMD instead of a digital copy, you...

Oct.17

Figure News

Good Smile Company Marisa Kirisame Nendoroid

3 months after the successful début of the Hakurei Remiu Nendoroid, Good Smile Company has finally released their Marisa Kirisame Nendoroid (ねんどろいど きりさめまりさ)!  With the Touhou fan-base ever steadily growing...

Oct.12

Anime

K-ON! Live Action Ending

An adult adaptation of K-ON! was release recently by TMA titled Keion!, and oddly enough they recreated the ending credit sequence for the series and at least 15 minutes of...

Oct.12

Anime

Day 1: Yodobashi Akiba (Japan Trip 2009)

Continuing our journey in the land of the rising sun, we couldn’t resist heading off the famed holy land, Akihabara. After a brief stop at bank to exchange more money...

Oct.10

Figure News

[Koto] New HoiHoi-san Figures

Kotobukiya recently released their prepainted HoiHoi-san figure kit to retailers and unveiled new ones at the recent Hobby Show 2009. Joining the lineup, Combat-san will be joining HoiHoi-san as well...

Oct.10

Anime News

Live Action Gantz Movie Announced

Announced a couple days ago, fans of the popular sci-fi manga Gantz can either rejoice or cringe in fear as a two part live action adaptation is on the way...

Oct.07

Mana Khemia 2 Impressions

Game Reviews

Mana Khemia 2 Impressions

Mana Khemia 2: Fall of Alchemy takes place 15 years after the first game, Mana Khemia: Alchemists of Al-Revis. Much has changed, including the famed Al-Revis Academy's budget. In a...

Oct.06

Anime News

ItaG Festival 2009

ItaG Festival happened earlier over this weekend in Odaiba, filling up parking lots with itasha, anime themed decaled, vehicles. Some of you may recognize the parking lot as it is...

Oct.04

Gaming News

Metal Gear Solid Philanthropy Released

Metal Gear Solid Philanthropy, a fan made movie based on Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid (MGS) series has final been released online available for download or stream after numerous delays...

Sep.30

Gaming News

NIS Re-Releasing their Games on the PSN

With the PSPgo just released, Nippon Ichi Software (NIS) is releasing some of their PSP games onto the Playstation Network at a discounted price. In celebration of this, NIS America...

Sep.30

Figure News

Tony Taka Maid Cat Girls PVC Figure

Artist Tony Taka has been getting a lot of attention within the last year by figure makers who finally realize the popular demand of his art. Figure maker Native has...

Sep.28

Mamoru Miyano (宮野 真守) Brief Chat

Interview

Mamoru Miyano (宮野 真守) Brief Chat

Mamoru Miyano is probably best known for his voice acting work as Death the Kid from Soul Eater, Setsuna F. Seiei from Gundam 00, Tamaki Suoh from Ouran High School...

Sep.28

May'n (中林 芽依) Backstage Chat @ Animelo 2009

Interview

May'n (中林 芽依) Backstage Chat @ Animelo 2009

May Nakabayashi, best known as May'n on stage, made her major break in 2008 as the singing voice of Sheryl Nome from Macross Frontier. May'n returned to perform at this...

Sep.26

Anime News

Billy Herrington: Whopping Ass in Japan

On Aug. 16, 2009, after the last grueling day at Comic Market 76, we were invited to an event host by Dwango, parent company of the popular video sharing site...

Sep.24

Figure News

[Orchid Seed] Elf (Lineage II)

Fans of Korean MMORPG Lineage II will instantly recognize this figure donning the rank A Majestic Robe Set. The figure will come with a staff and a sword. Her jacket...

Sep.24

Gaming News

Capcom Announces Two New Games for America

Although shown for the first time ever at Tokyo Game Show 2009, both Sengoku BASARA Samurai Heroes and Ghost Trick will be coming to America in 2010. Fans will no...

Sep.16

Music

Nana Mizuki Animelo 2009 Video Clip

[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWiennHYAY0] A short one minute clip of Nana Mizuki performing live at Animelo 2009 popped up online. It looks like some type of promotional video. I'll let you know when I...

Sep.16

Convention News

Comic Market (Comiket) 76 Cosplay Photos

After having returned from Japan, we've finally sorted out all the cosplay photos we took at Comiket 76, day 3. It was pretty hot and humid that day and we...

Sep.14

Dissidia: Final Fantasy Review

Game Reviews

Dissidia: Final Fantasy Review

Dissidia: Final Fantasy is a new PSP fighting game developed by Square Enix, featuring characters from the original Final Fantasy to Final Fantasy XI. Having developed fighting games in the...

Sep.14

Music

Glay Concert Report

As the clock hit nine, the lights began to dim at the House of Blues Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, . Glay members Teru, Takuro, Hisashi, and Jiro walked onto...

Sep.14

Event

Glay Concert Report

As the clock hit nine, the lights began to dim at the House of Blues Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, . Glay members Teru, Takuro, Hisashi, and Jiro walked onto...

Sep.14

Otaku Interviews: Patrick Galbraith

Interview

Otaku Interviews: Patrick Galbraith

Patrick W. Galbraith is the author of the recently published The Otaku Encyclopedia. He is currently a Ph.D. student at the University of Tokyo where he is doing his cultural...

Sep.13

Gaming News

Play Magazine's Muramasa Feature

We've introduced Muramasa The Demonblade briefly in the past when publisher XSEED relinquished the license rights to the game to Ignition Entertainment (I am sure XSEED staff members are kicking...

Sep.09

Katamari Tribute (Forever) Review

Game Reviews

Katamari Tribute (Forever) Review

Na, Na, Na...The nostalgic music plays as this new, yet familiar game starts up. Katamari Tribute is the newest game in the Katamari series for the Playstation 3. The King...

Sep.07

Music

Glay US Performance 2009

For J-rock fans, Glay will be performing in San Francisco on Wednesday September 9 at the Fillmore, and in Los Angeles from Friday September 11 to 12 at the House...

Sep.06

Figure News

[Alter] 1/7 PVC Nanoha (movie)

Seen previously at Wonder Festival Summer 2009, Alter will be releasing a new 1/7 scale Takamachi Nanoha figure based on the upcoming Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha movie. It appears she...

Sep.05

Site

Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions

Web Site Terms and Conditions of Use 1. Terms By accessing this web site, you are agreeing to be bound by these web site Terms and Conditions of Use, all applicable laws...

Sep.04

Event

Billy Herrington: Whopping Ass in Japan

On Aug. 16, 2009, after the last grueling day at Comic Market 76, we were invited to an event host by Dwango, parent company of the popular video sharing site...

Aug.28

Gaming News

NIS Gaming Update

A quick gaming update for the Nippon Ichi fans, Mana Khemia 2: Fall of Alchemy for the Playstation 2, and Phantom Brave: We Meet Again for the Wii have both...

Aug.27

Anime News

Fall Anime 2009 List (Update 2)

Better late than never, here's the preliminary list of anime titles airing Fall 2009 inside. A lot of exciting titles debuting this season including the popular manga title Fairy Tail...

Aug.27

Anime News

20th Century Boys Movie 3 In San Francisco

While on our recent trip to Tokyo last week, we constantly saw commercials for the 3rd and final movie adaptation of Naoki Ursawa's manga, 20th Century Boys. The film is...

Aug.23

Anime

Japan Trip 2009 - Last Day

Wow, it's been quite a while since my last post and will probably be my last here in Tokyo. A lot has happened after August 17. The staff took a...

Aug.22

Anime News

Black Rock Shooter Anime (Video) [Updated]

Just got settled after returning from day 1 of the anime concert Animelo, and during the special Hatsune Miku performance, 2 trailers were played for an anime project of Black...

Aug.21

Event

Joey "Mr. Wizard" Cuellar Interview

After Evolution Championship Series 2009 (EVO), we had a chance to talk with Joey "Mr. Wizard" Cuellar about this year's hugely successful EVO and what the future holds.

Aug.20

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger Review

Game Reviews

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger Review

The first high definition 2D fighting game, BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger is the spiritual successor to Guilty Gear;  it features the same producer, designer, and music composer as its predecessor. Can...

Aug.17

Anime

Comiket Day 3 and Beyond - The War Has Only Begun...

I apologizing for not updating sooner, the staff was completely exhausted after day 3 of Comiket, and then immediately training for over an hour to Chofu in Tokyo for a...

Aug.15

Anime

Comiket Day 2.0 - You Can (Not) Advance

Due to the general poor health of the staff after day 1 ( yes we got owned pretty badly) we decided not to attend day 2 and rest. The trip...

Aug.14

Convention

Comiket 76 Day 1 - Nightmare

As much as I would like to mention briefly about our first step into Akihabara (which we live like 15 minutes away by foot) and Ikebukuro, I don't think either...

Aug.11

Anime

Japan Trip Day 0

Woke up after arriving at Narita airport and met with a colleague from Seattle who flew in 10 minutes earlier. Apart from us, we brought along a staff writer, a...

Aug.10

Latest

Japan August 2009 Trip

With my bags packed and ready to go, this will probably be my last post before boarding a plane and heading off to Japan. Other staff members are also coming...

Aug.05

Contests

(Contest) Win a Copy of Suguri Perfect Edition

Now that some of you have read our review of Suguri Perfect Edition, we would like to announce that we are giving away several copies of the game free with...

Aug.05

The Otaku Encyclopedia Review

Book and Manga Reviews

The Otaku Encyclopedia Review

Who here is sick and tired of reading about Akira, Ghost in the Shell, and Neon Genesis Evangelion in academic or fan literature? I certainly am, there's a world after...

Aug.04

Event

Evolution Championship Series 2009 Report

Crowds of gamers stood outside the Rio's ballroom in Las Vegas, Nevada. The gamers came in all varieties. Some of them were casual gamers, dressed up as characters like Street...

Aug.03

Convention

Japan Trip 2009

With almost exactly a week left before venturing off to Japan for 2 weeks, there is still a lot of preparation work left to do! Currently still mapping out the...

Aug.03

Anime

Unsavable Blog Entries Fixed

Just as an update, there was a slight error with the blog preventing people from saving their posts. That has been corrected.

Aug.02

Anime News

The Pre-Game Show. Academic Conversation on Miyazaki

With Miyazaki Hayao in town to receive the Berkeley Japan Prize from The Center of Japanese Studies at the University of Califoria, Berkeley, the center has been in full swing...

Jul.30

Ishiwatari and Mori Interview (Blazblue)

Interview

Ishiwatari and Mori Interview (Blazblue)

In the world of hardcore fighting games, everyone has heard of Guilty Gear. We got a chance to sit down with Daisuke Ishiwatari, often credited as one of the creators...

Jul.30

Anime Expo 2009

Morning Musume Panel and Concert

While Morning Musume can be considered to be the Japanese Menudo (in the sense that the group is more manufactured than the rest and the producer is generally the only...

Jul.28

Gaming News

Record of Agarest War Coming Stateside

Record of Agarest War, a strategy RPG from Idea Factory, Red Entertainment, and Compile Heart, will be coming stateside soon according to Aksys Games' teaser site here. The site only...

Jul.28

Suguri Perfect Edition Review

Game Reviews

Suguri Perfect Edition Review

Rockin Android, a company based in Los Angeles, specializes in licensing and publishing niche genre games. Recently, they were at Anime Expo 2009, showing off this game at the booth...

Jul.26

Gaming News

[Mad Catz] Limited Edition Tournament FightStick

Hidden within the Rio Ballroom from July 17-19 was the Evolution Championship Series 2009 (EVO). Different game companies were in attendance this year, including Capcom who had a booth showing...

Jul.26

Figure News

Wonder Festival 2009 Summer Coverage

A lot of you have probably been waiting for it, and here is our compilation report on Wonderfest gathered from various blogs and news sites. There are a ton of...

Jul.24

Holy Invasion of Privacy, Badman! Review

Game Reviews

Holy Invasion of Privacy, Badman! Review

Holy Invasion of Privacy, Badman! What Did I Do to Deserve This? is a refreshing new title (literally) published in the United Stated by NIS America. The game forgoes sophisticated...

Jul.24

Figure News

[Max Factory] 1/7 PVC Hatsune Miku

Announced a while ago on Max Factory's blog, amiami has gotten some in hand shots of the 1/7 scale Hatsune Miku. A bit late to the party though, as Volks...

Jul.16

Anime Expo 2009

Ishiwatari & Mori/Blazblue x Guilty Gear Panel

After a quick introduction of Daisuke Ishiwatari, the original creator of Guilty Gear and composer for BlazBlue's music, and Toshimichi Mori, a producer for several of the past Guilty Gears...

Jul.14

Site

Internet Explorer Issues

We are aware of a potential problem with viewing the website by users on Internet Explorer. We are currently investigating the issue and will have updates when we have identified...

Jul.12

Nightow / Nishimura (Trigun) Interview

Interview

Nightow / Nishimura (Trigun) Interview

We were given a brief chance to speak with Yasuhiro Nightow, creator of Trigun, and the Director of the new Trigun movie, Satoshi Nishimura before the start of Anime Expo...

Jul.12

Anime Expo 2009

Nightow / Nishimura (Trigun) Panel

After our previous live blog of Nightow and Nishimura's Trigun Panel, we would like to present to you the full transcription of their panel at Anime Expo 2009. Please note...

Jul.11

Imaishi / Nishigori Interview (Gurren Lagann)

Interview

Imaishi / Nishigori Interview (Gurren Lagann)

Before the official start of Anime Expo 2009, we got a chance to sit down briefly with Director Hiroyuki Imaishi and Character Designer Atsushi Nishigori from the hit series Tengen...

Jul.10

Figure News

Reimu Hakurei Nendoroid (Touhou)

Touhou fans rejoice, apparently Goodsmile Company will be releasing a Reimu Nendoroid. Unfortunately as of now, it will be be a Comiket 76 exclusive. We'll keep you up to date...

Jul.10

Anime Expo 2009

AniMaid Cafe

This year marked the first ever AniMaid Café at Anime Expo (AX) 2009. The café began when a group of cosplayers put together an undisclosed private event back in March...

Jul.09

Anime Expo 2009

Imaishi / Nishigori Panel (Gurren Lagann)

Studio Gainax has made several visits to the United States in the last couple of years promoting their hit series Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann. In 2008, they brought around 30...

Jul.09

Music

VAMPS Autographs in SF and LA?

It was recently announced that VAMPS would be doing 2 promotional meet and greet autograph events, one on July 16 in Baltimore and another in Seattle on July 19. News...

Jul.07

Figure News

[Griffon] PVC Pram

While strolling around the convention hall, we found a pleasent surprise sitting behind the glass display case at the NIS America booth: a sample figure of Pram by Griffon. They...

Jul.07

Convention News

Anime Expo 2009 Day 4 and Wrap Up

Anime Expo has ended, but that doesn't mean our work has! Day 4 was the wind down day with most cosplayers wearing normal clothing doing last minute bargain shopping. The...

Jul.05

Gaming News

Sakura Wars with Original Japanese

A reliable source has informed us that the new Sakura Wars game coming to the United States will be packaged in a 2 disc set, with one disc dubbed, and...

Jul.05

Convention News

Anime Expo Day 3 Update

Probably the businest day of the convention, the halls were packed with with people! Nightow unvieled a short clip of the new Trigun movie at his panel showing off new...

Jul.04

Convention News

Anime Expo 2009 Day 2 Update

Day 2 was a bit on the dry side, apart from the Gundam 00 Panel, and the Morning Musume concert. It's 7:23 AM right now, and staff moral is quite low...

Jul.02

Anime Expo 2009

Anime Expo 2009 Con Reports

Welcome to The-O Network Online's Anime Expo 2009 Con Report! We have many exciting interviews and articles for you this year. This was the second year that Anime Expo was held...

Jul.02

Convention News

Anime Expo 2009 Day 0 Updates

Quick update, yesterday we were able to get a lot of interview: Hiroyuki Imaishi (Director of Gurren Lagann) Atsushi Nishigori ( Character Designer of Gurren Lagann) Daisuke Ishiwatari (Developer for Gulity Gear) Toshimichi Mori...

Jul.02

Convention News

Anime Expo Live Blog

We would like to announce that The-O Network Online will be starting to live blog for all the fans out there unable to make it to Anime Expo 2009. We...

Jun.29

Music

BoA SF Concert Update

Odd way to start my first blog here at t-ono.net, but the BoA concert was awesome! I did feel sorry for a lot of the fans, I believe the event...

Jun.27

VAMPS Band Interview

Interview

VAMPS Band Interview

With only about a month away before L’Arc~en~Ciel's famed singer Hyde and Oblivion Dust's K.A.Z. perform live together in the United States as VAMPS, we got a chance to talk...

Jun.18

Music

BoA Appearing in San Francisco

For those of you in the Bay Area next weekend, Korean pop singer BoA will be on the Main Stage on Sunday, June 28 for the SF Pride Event. BoA...

Jun.18

Anime News

Tekken 6 Costumes by CLAMP (Updated)

The female mangaka powerhouse group, CLAMP announced yesterday that they are contributing costume designs for the console port of the arcade fighting game Tekken 6. So far the only public...

Jun.17

FanimeCon 2009

桃井 はるこ 独占インタビュー

T-ono:まず、忙しい時間を取らせて有難うございます。そして、アメリカでのスケジュールはどうでしたか?けっこう忙しかったでしょうか? Momo-i:そうですね。でもファニメコンが開幕する前からサンノゼに来ていたので開幕してからは忙しかったですが、その前はちょっとゆっくりさせていただきました。 T-ono:いろいろな観光地などを見ましたか? Momo-i:ま ず、何処へ行ったんだっけ?アップルカンパニーのアップルストアにいったり、それと、私ずっとウィンチェスターミステリーハウスにいきたくて、行きたい、 行きたいと思ってたんですけど、やっと念願がかなって行くことができました。十年前ぐらいからサンフランシスコが大好きで、何回か来てたんですよ。で、サ ンノゼとサンフランシスコは比較的近いんで、ウィンチェスターミステリーハウスにずっと行きたいと思っていたんですけど、車を持っていないので行けなく て、今回連れて行ってもらえて、大満足です。 T-ono:良かったですね。 Momo-i:あと、マウンテンビューのコンピューターヒストリーミュージアムに行きました。私がすごく詳しく説明するので私と一緒にいったバンドの皆さんに「このコンピューターミュージアムの人ですか?」と言われました。 T-ono:じゃあ、北カリフォルニアに来るのは初めてじゃないのですね。 Momo-i:そうでうね、サンノゼも前も来たことがあって、HPの創業のガレージとかに行ったことがありますね。普通のガレージでした(笑)。普通の家のガレージで始めたっと。シリコンバレーの発祥の地みたいなモニュメントがあって。 T-ono:それでわ、仕事の方に行きますが、現在どんな計画とかプロジェクトを行っていますか? Momo-i:4月に「AKIHABA LOVE RECORDS」と言うレーベルを作りました。それは何で作ろうかと思ったかと言うと、一昨年ぐらいから、海外のコンベンチョンとかによく呼んでいただい てくれるんですが、世界中に秋葉原にあこがれている人がいるということがわかって、私は子供の頃から秋葉原で遊んでいたのでその名前を付けたレーベルを私 が作ることに意味があるかなと思ったからです。なので、一つの秋葉系、秋葉原ミュージックが一つのジャンルとして世界中に広まるように本場からメッセージ して行きたいです! T-ono:昨夜のコンサートでのファンのリアクションはどうでしたか? Momo-i:と ても盛り上がってくれてうれしかったです!すごく皆さん素敵な笑顔でこっちも嬉しくなりました。そして広い会場だったんですが、後ろの方のかたはグロース ティックを振ってくれていたので、聞いてくれていると分かって、とても立体感があって楽しかったです。ほとんど日本語しか喋らなかったんですが、皆さんな んとなく分かってくれてるみたいで、嬉しかったです。 言葉が違っても歌を歌えば心が通じるんだなと思いました。あと、日本だとオタクは肩身が狭い存在なんですけど、私がオタクだからこうやってアメリカに呼んでもらって、沢山の方と歌で交流できたので、オタクでよかったです!(笑) T-ono:そして、これからの話ですが、オタクの文化として、桃井さんは秋葉原のストリートパフォーマーとして成長したんですよね。 Momo-i:はい。 T-ono:これからはどうだと思います?あなたは秋葉原の町中で演奏してだんだんポピュラーになってきましたが、他に違うトレンドなどを気づきましたか? Momo-i:ああっとですね、秋葉原では今歩行者天国はやってないんですけれども、その代わりにCD屋さんのイベントスペースとかそういうオタ芸が出来るようなお店とかで時間を借りて歌とかダンスとかパフォーマンスしている女の子たちや男の子たちがいっぱいいます。 それと秋葉原以外の場所で、例えば名古屋の大須とか、大阪の日本橋でも、いわゆる秋葉系的なライブをやっているアーティストが沢山いるんですね。そ れから、ライブパフォーマンスもそうですが、クラブイベント、クラブミュージックのイベントもとても盛んで、特に名古屋はすごくクラブミュージックがさか んなので、そういうところがとても面白いなと思ってます。秋葉原だけじゃなくて、日本のいろんな都市で秋葉系の音楽で盛り上がっている人がいる状態なんで すよね。 T-ono:じゃあ、ニコニコ動画とかはどう思いますか? Momo-i:ああ、ニコニコ動画は面白いですね。私が学生の頃はストリートで歌うしか方法がなかったんです ね、メジャーのレコード会社からCDを出さないと沢山の人に聞いてもらう方法が無かったから、私は秋葉原の路上で歌うしかなかったんです。まあ、その頃か らインターネットに動画をアップロードとかをしていたんですが、当時なにぶん電話回線だったので誰も見られなかったんです。インターネットと回線自体が普 通の人に家に無かったので、今はニコニコ動画で何か自分が作った物をどんどん他の人に見てもらえる環境があるということはとっても面白いことだなと思いま す。メジャーのレコード会社から出るっていうだけじゃなくて、いろんな選択肢があることはいいことだと思いますね。 でも一方でネットワークの世界は流れが速いので一週間前のものが一年前みたいに昔に感じられるので、私は「AKIHABA LOVE RECORDS」を作っていい音楽を残していこうと思ったんです。ニコニコ動画とかがある前はCDの役割は、流通させる、広く人に聞いてもらう方法だった んだと思うんですけど、今は「残しておく」というふうに役割が変わったと思うんですね。 なので、ニコニコ動画のアーティストの方とかも、私はどんどんコラボレーションとかをして行きたいと思ってます。実際「AKIHABA LOVE RECORDS」の第一弾シングル「るーじ・ぐーじー」と第三弾シングル「☆自演乙☆ソング」のジャケットデザインはニコニコ動画の初音ミクの曲を作った りしているクリエーターの人にお願いしたりしてます。なので、話が長いけど、とっても面白いんじゃないですか? T-ono:これからはどうするんですか? Momo-i:こ れからはですね、日本へ帰って、月一回ニコニコ動画でニコニコ生放送でですね、モコモコ60分という番組をやってますので、それはアメリカからでも見られ...

Jun.17

Momoi Halko (桃井はるこ) Exclusive Interview

Interview

Momoi Halko (桃井はるこ) Exclusive Interview

We were lucky enough to sit down with Momoi Halko and conduct an exclusive interview with her at FanimeCon 2009. Hear what the 'Queen of Akihabara' had to say about...

Jun.15

Figure News

[Alter] 1/7 PVC Nanoha

Mentioned previously as a prototype at earlier hobby conventions during the year, Alter has unvieled the completed stock photos of thr adult Takamachi Nanoha from Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS...

Jun.15

FanimeCon 2009

FaniMaid Cafe 2009

It was a relatively packed late Sunday afternoon, with a short line forming at the third annual FaniMaid Café at FanimeCon. This year, Network Administrator Yen, Chief Photographer Leong...

Jun.14

FanimeCon 2009

FanimeCon 2009 Con Reports

Welcome to our FanimeCon 2009 Convention Coverage Report! The Queen of Akihabara herself, Momoi Halko made a guest appearance on stage and at various events around the convention. Check out...

Jun.06

Music

J-Rock VAMPS USA Tour

So apparently we've been really out of the loop, and didn't hear about this until our associates asked if we would like to interview the band. Hyde from the hit...

Jun.04

Gaming News

(Video) Final Fantasy XIII E3 Updates

During E3, it was announced that Final Fantasy XIII should be seeing a stateside release in Spring 2010. Square Enix was a little concerned about the number of discs required...

Jun.04

Anime News

Beat Blades Haruka 'Anime'

Some of you may remember a yellow clad ninja figure made by Alter, Kotobukiya, and Volks (pictures also included inside) from the ero game Beat Blades Haruka. Apparently the game...

May.29

Site

Staff Openings

The-O Network has recently gained a boom in popularity and we need your help! The-O Network was formed in early 2001 by a group of fans and couldn't have gotten to...

May.26

Convention News

FanimeCon 2009 Updates

A quick update after FanimeCon 2009, those of us (t-ono.net staff) who went are exhausted and are not looking forward to a return of daily life as well as working...

May.26

Figure News

[Alter] 1/8 PVC Rise (Persona 4)

Looks like Alter pulled a fast one over us, else we've been too out of the figure loop recently. Anyways, Alter will be releasing a 1/8 scale PVC of Rise...

May.25

Anime News

Tsurupettan English Dubbed (Updated)

During the Masquerade at FanimeCon 2009, a group did a skit for the series The Familiar of Zero (Zero no Tsukaima) using an English dub of a popular Touhou related...

May.18

Event

NIS America Badman Press Event 2009

Nippon Ichi Software America (NISA) hosted a press event on May 7 in San Francisco. There was food, booze and of course games. Kiosks and test stations were set up...

May.16

Resident 5 Versus Mode DLC Review

Game Reviews

Resident 5 Versus Mode DLC Review

Finally, I get to play against people in Resident Evil 5 online. Wait, its not on the disk, you mean I have to pay more money? Well this will make...

May.16

Latest

Site Downtime

We experienced some downtime yesterday, and have been informed by our host that they are currently still investigating the matter. There are still a few issues and users may experience...

May.14

Anime News

Summer 2009 Anime List (Updated)

Yes I know we're late but you can find version 1 of the summer anime list inside. Kind of a dry list isn't it?

May.14

Convention News

Anime Expo's First Maid Café

Anime Expo announced its very own Maid Café hosted by the Funky Fresh Cosplay Group. The cafe will be providing many services like food, drinks, and games. They...

May.09

Convention News

SPJA Industry Awards 09 Polls Open

The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA) opened the polls for industry awards to the public earlier last week.  Three finalists were chosen for each category and it...

May.09

Gaming News

NISA Responds to Ar tonelico II Problems

During the press event in San Francisco, Haru Akenaga, President of NIS America apologized sincerely for the technical and translation issues in the localization of Ar Tonelico II. Instead...

May.08

Gaming News

NIS Last Rebellion PS3

So apparently we were completely fooled into believing that Trinity Universe would be the game announced at the NIS America press event; instead, NIS unveiled a new action orientated RPG...

May.08

Gaming News

A Sakura Wars Game Coming Stateside

NIS America announced last night at their press event that they will be publishing Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love (Japanese: Sakura Taisen V: Saraba, Itoshiki Hito yo) for...

May.07

Gaming News

NIS' Next Game: Trinity Universe PS3

Scans from the latest issue of Famitsu is circulating around the internet of a new multi-company collaboration project, Trinity Universe. Apart from Nippon Ichi Software, Gust and Idea Factory are...

May.06

Figure News

[Yamato] PVC Velvet Odin Sphere

Famed garage kit maker Bubba's latest kit Velvet from the Playstation 2 cult hit Odin Sphere is getting the PVC treatment. Figure maker Yamato has a less than stellar record...

Apr.23

Gaming News

New Nippon Ichi Software Game (PS3?)

We've been invited to NIS America's press party for the localization of Holy Invasion of Privacy, Badman! What Did I Do to Deserve This? Joining the guests list include Producer...

Apr.22

Gaming News

Muramasa Gets New USA Publisher (Wii)

Probably one of the most artistically stunning game of the year, we received word from Ignition Entertainment yesterday that have picked up the publishing rights to Muramasa: The Demon Blade...

Apr.15

Figure News

DD Yoko and Nia Preorder Open (Updated)

VOLKS USA has their preorder up for either Dollfie we reported about previously until Sunday April 19 at 11:00 AM PST. Interested buyers can also order from VOLKS' international site...

Apr.13

Gaming News

BlazBlue Director & Guilty Gear Creator @ AX09

Anime Expo announced earlier today that Toshimichi Mori and Daisuke Ishiwatari will be joining as Guests of Honor at this year's Anime Expo. Toshimichi Mori is the Director, Lead Artist...

Apr.09

Anime News

Haruhi Season 1+2 (28 Episodes)

Most fans are well aware already that the rumored season 2 of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya back in February turned out to be a rerun. New information surfaced last...

Apr.07

Anime News

Evangelion Ramen on Sale in Akihabara

Akibablog reports that several stores in Akihabara began selling Evangelion pork flavored garlic instant ramen for 380 yen at BlueLamm, and 500 yen at Lammtarra Epixis. Online retailer Amiami apparently...

Apr.07

Anime News

Evangelion: 2.0 Movie Trailer

The trailer for the Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance was released last week. The movie will be in Japanese theaters on June 27, 2009. For those of you who...

Apr.07

Gaming News

Holy Invasion of Privacy Announced

So apparently our previous prediction was horribly wrong, though you can bet NIS America (NISA) will be bringing Disgaea 2 Portable to the States sometime in the near future. NISA...

Apr.07

Gaming News

Disgaea 2 Portable USA Announcement?

NIS America notified us yesterday that they would be announcing later today about a new Playstation Portable (PSP) game coming over stateside described as unique and fun. Our best guess...

Apr.03

Figure News

[Koto] 1/8 PVC Kotonoha Katsura

Akibahobby reports that figure maker Kotobukiya will be releasing Kotonoha Katsura from School Days. She will also come with the fan favorite duffel bag of death. Sadly, she will not...

Apr.01

Latest

Happy 2nd Birthday T-ono.net!

Ironically today marks the "official" second anniversary of The-O Network and we would like to invite you to take a look back on our history and progress!Within the last 2...

Mar.24

Gaming News

(Press) - Cross Edge Officially Announced

The official website for the localization of Cross Edge in the United States opened last week, and we've received the official press announcement for game last night.The game will be...

Mar.23

Mana Khemia: Student Alliance Review

Game Reviews

Mana Khemia: Student Alliance Review

Mana Khemia: Student Alliance is a port of a Playstation 2 (PS2) game made by Gust updated for the Playstation Portable (PSP). Gust is famous for developing the Atelier Iris...

Mar.23

Gundam vs Gundam Review

Game Reviews

Gundam vs Gundam Review

A straight port of the arcade game, Gundam vs Gundam for the PSP brings over the arcade experience to a handheld. Like any arcade game, this game starts off quickly...

Mar.20

Anime News

Eureka Seven Movie Trailer 1

Announced almost a year ago, the official Eureka Seven website has posted up a trailer of the movie retelling of the series. The movie will be released on April 25...

Mar.20

Gaming News

Blizzard's New Battle.net

Probably the company that makes the most played games in the world, Blizzard Entertainment unveiled today the new Battle.net. Battle.net will allow user to add their existing and future Blizzard...

Mar.18

Figure News

[Max Factory] 1/6 PVC Yoko Litner

Unveiled at the Tokyo International Anime Fair, Max Factory will be releasing a realistic rendition of Yoko Litner from Tengen no Toppa Gurren Lagann. The figure is absolutely stunning though...

Mar.18

Figure News

Tokyo Anime Fair 2009 Toys and Figures

The Tokyo International Anime Fair has begun, and as you can expect a flood of new toys and figures on display! Check back here as we frequently make updates to this...

Mar.15

Anime News

Gurren Lagann 2nd Movie Trailer 2

Gainax released a second trailer for the movie, Ragan-hen a couple days ago featuring a new song by Shoko Nakagawa. The film will be shown in theaters on September 6...

Mar.05

Gaming News

Puchi Puchi Virus Dated/Demo

In celebration of the localization date of Puchi Puchi Virus for the Nintendo DS, NIS America released a PC demo of the game which you can download from us here...

Mar.04

Figure News

[Wave] PVC Kagami and Tsukasa

Figure maker Wave brings us another set of Lucky Star figures (previous Konata and Kanata), this time it's the Hiiragi twins. Measuring at 1/12 scale, these will be pretty small...

Mar.01

WonderCon 2009

Watchmen Panel @ WonderCon 2009

Director Zack Snyder walked out to thunderous applause. After a brief introduction, the first 15 minutes of the movie was shown spanning the death of the Comedian to Rorschach discussing...

Feb.28

WonderCon 2009

Star Trek Panel @ WonderCon 2009

WonderCon's special guest turned out to be famed director and creator J.J. Abrams himself (and members of the cast) taking the podium as he addressed the overfilled room. Abrams noted...

Feb.22

Anime News

Spring 2009 Anime List (Updated)

Here's a more complete list of anime series airing this Spring 2009. The list is a bit more impressive than Winter's, with the new Full Metal Alchemist, and the adaptation...

Feb.22

Figure News

[Griffon] 1/8 Skuld PVC

In continuation with the 20th anniversary celebration of Ah My Goddess!, Griffon will be releasing a 1/8 scale Skuld PVC based on the cover of volume 24 of the manga...

Feb.17

Figure News

Volks Dollfie Dream Yoko and Nia

Volks will be releasing Yoko Littner and Nia Teppelin dolls part of their Dollfie Dream line. Dollfie Dream dolls are more anime orientated and specific characters have limited releases. As...

Feb.14

Figure News

[Max Factory] 1/7 Reko (Mushihime-sama)

Reko (Reco) from the hit arcade shooter series Mushihime-sama developed by Cave, is finally getting a full PVC incantation. Some of you may remember seeing her on various ads and...

Feb.14

Figure News

[Max Factory] 1/6 Morgon

Figure maker Max Factory unveiled Morgon from the Dark Stalkers series at their Won Hobby 9 event. She stans stunningly tall at 1/6 scale. Hopefully they will make Lilith also...

Feb.12

Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero? Review

Game Reviews

Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero? Review

Remember those little dead penguins from the Disgaea series? Apparently they have their own game now. Yes, now you can be a hero and save the world from the forces...

Feb.12

Convention News

(Press) - Morning Musume Coming to Anime Expo 2009

We received an email earlier today that Anime Expo will be bringing famed female group Morning Musume as their first guest of honor. Currently unknown if Anime Expo will have...

Feb.11

Convention News

Game Companies at WonderCon 09

WonderCon, mostly known as a comic book convention held yearly in San Francisco, will have a larger gaming presence this year including panels by Capcom on Resident Evil 5 and...

Feb.10

Figure News

Alter - Mega Hobby Winter Expo 2009

Yoko, Fate, Nanoha, Shamal, Saber, and Sheryl are just a few of the new figures displayed by Alter at the Mega Hobby Winter Expo 2009. This is part one of...

Jan.30

Gaming News

(Video) Final Fantasy VII AC Complete

Fans were eagerly awaiting the Blu-ray edition of Final Fantasy VII Advent Children almost 3 years ago, but was told that Square was doing some touch up work on some...

Jan.21

Figure News

[Max Factory] Mikuru Grown Up

A surprise for the fans, this is the fourth Asahina Mikuru figure from the Melancholy of Haurhi Suzumiya made by Max Factory. The figure will come with 2 different faces...

Jan.21

Figure News

[GSC] 1/8 Saber Lily (Pictures)

We reported previously about a Saber Lily figure from the new Playstation 2 game Fate/Unlimited Code, debuting at Comiket 75, and a splurge of prepainted pictures are up on Goodsmile's...

Jan.12

Anime News

CLAMP's Kobato Get Anime (pictures)

Announced in last month's issue of Newtype Magazine, Kobato will be animated by Madhouse Studios and be aired in Fall (Autumn) 2009 on NHK. CLAMP's own Nanase Ohkawa will be...

Jan.08

Figure News

[GSC] 1/8 PVC Moka Akashiya

First unveiled at Comiket 75 as a no photography figure, a painted picture of Moka's unleashed form from the series Rosario + Vampire surfaced online. She will be released in June...

Jan.07

Figure News

[Alter] 1/8 scale Yukiko Amagi (Persona 4)

I'm pretty sure I saw this figure way back before Persona 4 was released in the United States, but while browsing amiami, I came across something interesting on the front...

Jan.06

Latest

Megurine Luka the Next Vocaloid2

With the hit birth of Hatsune Miku and the twins Kagamine Rin and Len, it was only time before we had a more mature character for the Vocaloid2 series, and...

Jan.06

Gaming News

New Street Fighter 4 Cammy Pictures+Art

Capcom released 2 new artwork of Cammy and 4 new screenshots of her in action. Click read more for the pictures.  

Dec.30

Latest

Volks 1/6 Hatsune Miku PVC (SOLD)

That's right, I got an extra Hatsune Miku 1/6 scale prepainted made by Volks which was sold only through their online shop and shipped to Japanese residences. Only two production...

Dec.29

Figure News

Nendoroid Nagi (Kannagi)

A leaked picture of the Goodsmile Nendoroid figure, Nagi, from the series Kannagi: Crazy Shrine Maidens appeared on 2chan. She will be released in May 2009, full picture inside.    

Dec.29

Anime News

(VIdeo) Hare Hare Yukai Figma Dance

That's right, many have wondered when a Hare Hare Yukai dance of the Figma figures would be released and the answer is now! Apparently it took the creator 5 months...

Dec.29

Figure News

Comiket 75 Figure News

With the Winter Wonder Festival cancelled this year, Comiket 75 became the place for figure and hobby companies to showcase their goods for the new year. Goodsmile Company in the...

Dec.27

Figure News

Mitsurugi Meiya Figma

Max Factory announced on their figma blog that they will be releasing a figure of Mitsurugi Meiya from the Muv-Luv franchise. She will retail for 2,500 yen with no set...

Dec.27

Anime News

More Code Geass? Season 3?

ANN reports that the January issue of Animedia contained a quote from the production staff of Code Geass at Sunrise Studios: "All of you have shown us much appreciation and made...

Dec.26

Anime News

Winter Anime List 2009

What better way to spend the holiday season than to see what's new airing this season in Japan? A bit late we know, but this has been sitting on our...

Dec.24

Site

Site Update 12/23/08

Forums, Network Directory, and Community features have been migrated and restored. Some minor tweeking and setting adjustments still needs to be made.

Dec.23

Anime News

Broccoli International USA Closing

Announced last month, Broccoli emailed their fans last week in regards to their closing. There was much speculation on the survivability of anime in the United States with its decline...

Dec.23

Figure News

3 New Gurren Lagann Revoltechs

In the latest issue of Hobby Japan Magazine, three new revoltechs are revealed: the Arc-Gurren Lagann, Super Galaxy Gurren Lagann, and the Gurren itself from the popular mech anime Tengen...

Dec.16

Figure News

Volks 1/7 PVC Nanoha Figures

Painted pictures of Fate Harlaown, Nanoha Takamachi, and Hayate Yamami from the series Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha have appeared on Volks website. Previously announced the the December issue of Hobby...

Dec.12

Gaming News

Ar tonelico II Localization Answers

Many of you sent us questions and concerns in regards to the localization of Ar tonelico II and we have directed them to NIS America's Marketing Coordinator, Nao Zook at the Prinny...

Dec.12

Gaming News

A Witch's Tale Delayed

Probably the game that piqued my interest the most, A Witch's Tale for the Nintendo DS was announced at NIS America's last press event, and was orginally set to be released in...

Dec.12

Gaming News

NIS Cross Edge Coming to the US?

While at NIS America's Prinny Event, we asked them about the possibility of localizing the joint developed PS3 game Cross Edge by Capcom, Bandai Namco, NIS, Idea Factory, and Gust...

Dec.12

Event

NIS America Prinny Event 08 Report

Taking place in the heart of downtown San Francisco, NIS America held a casual social press event celebrating the future release of Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero? for...

Dec.11

Gaming News

NIS America Prinny Event 08

Been extremely busy the last couple of weeks preparing the site for another migration mostly due to a security issue. Spent the last 5 hours moving, but anyways today is...

Dec.03

Figure News

[HobbyFigures] 1/8 Jin (Samurai Champloo)

Hong Kong based figure maker HobbyFigures has sent us a press release earlier yesterday morning regarding their newest figure, a 1/8 scale cold cast Jin from the series Samurai Champloo. HobbyFigures...

Nov.21

Gaming News

Prinny Game Gift and New Plushies

Apparently the special gift item mentioned previously in a newsletter sent out by NIS America for preorders of Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero? has been revealed. The newsletter...

Nov.20

Figure News

[Bandai] 1/7 C.C. Figure

C.C is the next figure in the Emotion Style figure line by Bandai. A definite improvement over their Kallen, though I must admit their Villetta was sculpted quite nicely. C.C...

Nov.19

Figure News

[Max Factory] New Haruhi Rocker Figures

Yes that's right folks, Max Factory has revealed at the 2008 Miyazawa Mokei Exhibition that they will be releasing Haruhi, Mikuru, and Yuki in their rocker outfits from The Melancholy...

Nov.17

Gaming News

Quick Gaming Press Releases

Currently busy at the moment restructuring the very foundation of the website after a meeting with the other administrators of the website after the PHP injection incident, so expect further...

Nov.12

Gaming News

New Square-Enix Game (Countdown)

Update: Apparently Jump Magazine has revealed that the game indeed will be Blood of Bahamut for the Nintendo DS. Square-Enix has opened up a new website with a countdown timer...

Nov.10

Gaming News

Street Fighter IV Comic to be Released

Comic book studio UDON plans to release a 4-issue comic book series based on Street Fighter IV. UDON plans to release this in February 2009 to coincide with Capcom's Street...

Nov.09

Anime News

2nd Eva Movie: Eva Unit 02 Design

Newtype has released an image of the new Eva unit 02 design. Most notable are the horn like features on top of its head. From the scan, the second movie will...

Nov.06

Gaming News

Prinny: Can I Really Be The Hero Teaser Trailer

{gametrailers}42435{/gametrailers} It's tough being a Prinny sometimes, you know dood? You can get your hands on Prinny's new PSP adventure when it hits our shores in February 2009. For more info, click...

Nov.05

Gaming News

PSP Prinny Game US Dated

NIS America announced earlier this week that this game will be getting a State-side release next year in February 2009. Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero, will be a side...

Nov.01

Latest

Halloween Dancing Storm Troopers

This was taken at the University of California Davis. Our own Network Administrator, Kevin Yen was grabbing a bite to eat when a pair of Stormtroopers entered dancing to a...

Oct.31

Latest

Site Update: Security Risk

I've been working over the last few weeks making tweeks on improving the site load speed with varied success.   The good news is that we've located the source of the slowdowns...

Oct.29

Gaming News

Ys: Books I & II Coming to North American DS in February

According to Kotaku and various other sources, Atlas plans to import yet another Japanese RPG to North American shores. Legacy of Ys: Books I & II for the DS will...

Oct.26

Figure News

[Griffon] 1/8 scale Belldandy Figure

In the December issue of Hobby Japan, the first colored pictures of Griffon's Belldandy figure from Ah My Goddess! Prototypes of the figure appeared at several conventions in the past...

Oct.23

Gaming News

BOING Docomodake DS coming to USA

Received this a few days ago, Ignition Entertainment will be bringing over BOING Docomodake for the DS to the States. More information as well as the full press release after...

Oct.13

Figure News

New Ah My Goddess! Holybell Figure in Afternoon Magazine

Japanese seinen manga magazine Afternoon has included a new Holybell figure from Ah My Goddess! in their November 2008 issue. As to who the four eyes is, I have no...

Oct.12

Figure News

[MegaHouse] Nanako Sakura Colored Photos

Akibahobby has gotten a few shots of a colored prototype of Nanako Sakura by MegaHouse. Judging by the noticable seamline on the figure's shoulder and unpainted prototype photos shown previously...

Oct.08

Gaming News

No More Heroes 2 Announced at TGS 08 (Updated)

Probably the most badass otaku hero to grace gaming console, Travis Touchdown, will be returning in No More Heroes Deperate Struggle. Announced earlier today at the Tokyo Game Show 2008...

Oct.08

Anime News

Domo-kun Invades Targets in USA

I was surprised to find a giant stuffed Domo-kun dangling from the ceiling entrance of my local Target store. Apparently Target is using Domo-kun as their character theme for its Halloween...

Oct.06

Figure News

Nanako Sakura Figure (Sakura Sakura)

While browsing the latest issue of Hobby Japan (#11, November 2008), one of the figures caught my attention, Nanako Sakura. At first glance I thought it was another Shana figure...

Oct.06

Latest

Site Migration Update

Quick site update, forums was migrated successfully though compatibility issues arose. Forum may have to be scrapped and restarted. Currently rebuilding the Network Directory and readding stores manually. Should be done...

Oct.02

Convention News

Otaku Amusement Festival (JTAF is Back)

Previously announced last year that the annual Japantown Anime Faire held in San Francisco would be on indefinite hiatus, the organizers have announced that it's back renamed as the Otaku...

Sep.30

Gaming News

'Wario Land: Shake It' Tears Youtube Apart

  {youtube}VZcrTHFN9ew{/youtube} The video above doesn't do the game justice! Click here to view the full experience! When Nintendo isn't busy sending it's calvalcade of polite Japanese businessmen to your...

Sep.27

Figure News

Alter 1/6 Limited Orange Swimsuit KOS-MOS

Apparently Alter is releasing a limited variation to the now famed 1/6 scale swimsuit KOS-MOS figure from the Playstation 2 trilogy Xenosaga. The new figure called "KOS-MOS swimsuit ver. another...

Sep.25

Anime News

Fall 2008 Anime List

That's right, see what new anime will be airing in Japan this Fall 2008. each title now includes small description of the series.   Which titles are you guys excited about this...

Sep.24

Figure News

Volks Updated PVC Site

Volks has updated their site a few days ago with the 7th figure from the PVC M.O.E. (Model of Entertainment Collection) figure line, Aschen Brodel from the Nintendo DS game...

Sep.24

Anime News

Time of Eve Episode 2 World Premiere on Crunchyroll

Studio Rikka famed for their earlier production, Pale Cocoon originally screened their highly anticipated short series Time of Eve (Eve no Jikan) at the Tokyo International Anime Fair back in...

Sep.19

Figure News

[Koto] 1/8 scale Shigure Asa

The colored stock pictures are popping up on Japanese figure retailer websites everywhere of the 1/8 scale Asa Shigure by Kotobukiya from the emotional romance comedy series Shuffle! Previously seen as...

Sep.17

Gaming News

Tatsunoko vs Capcom Announced for the Wii!

Wii owners can rejoice as another fighting game is (finally) slated to hit the console.  Read more for the full update.  

Sep.16

Gaming News

Blue Dragon Plus Coming to the US for DS

With the game releasing about 2 weeks ago in Japan, Ignition Entertainment has announced today with a press release that they will be bringing Blue Dragon Plus for the DS...

Sep.14

Event

The Event - Evo 2008

The Tournament   This year, online pre-registration was required, so the pools were set up and posted two days before the tournament was even set to begin. In order to make...

Sep.10

Latest

Version 3.0 Progress

Quick update, most of the original URLs have been restored. Videos have been successfully migrated over and is up and running. We are aware of some serious site loading issues...

Sep.09

Disgaea 3 Review

Game Reviews

Disgaea 3 Review

It's back to the Netherworld and class is now in session for our favorite demons. You read that right, demons...in school. Apparently even demonic ne'er-do-wells have to go to school...

Sep.08

Figure News

Two 1/8 Yoko Figures by Alter

Probably one of the more exciting news to come out of the mostly gundam orientated convention CharaFest last week was the showing of two new Yoko Ritona figures from the...

Sep.08

Event

Sunday Top 8

Sunday: Top 8   All the tournaments came to their conclusion on Sunday, when the top 8 players from all games played it out. EVO organizers shot interviews with each of the...

Sep.08

Event

Joey Cueller Interview

Interviewer: Chung Kwan "Davis" Fan Interviewee: Joey Cueller (Senior EVO Director)

Sep.08

Event

Seth Killian Interview (Capcom)

    T-ono: Hello. Can you give a brief intro of yourself and what you do with Capcom Unity? Seth Killian: Well, my name is Seth Killian and I've been organizing the EVO...

Sep.07

Latest

Version 3.0 Pre-Launch

Welcome to The-O Network Online 3.0 Orca Build! We've been working hard over the last months getting this version of the site ready. We are aware of many problems on...

Sep.06

Event

EVO 2008 Report

  Evolution (EVO) is, without a doubt, the premiere fighting game event in America. Once a year in early August, some of the best fighting game players gather in Las Vegas...

Sep.05

Anime News

New Full Metal Alchemist Anime Sequel

Old news by now, but since most of the population seems oblivious, a new season of Full Metal Alchemist has been confirmed in volume 20 of the manga. Supposedly a minor...

Aug.06

Convention News

World Cosplay Summit 2008 Japan

The World Cosplay Summit ended a few days ago in Japan with 13 countries competing. For those unfamiliar with the event, the World Cosplay Summit began...

Aug.05

Gaming News

Ar tonelico 2 US Release Clarifications/Corrections

In an overwhelming short amount of time, we were barraged with comments from readers regarding the validity of the press release made by NIS America. We sent them an...

Aug.04

Figure News

Wonder Festival Summer 2008

That's right folks, it's that time again and the Summer Wonder Festival has stated! We'll be bringing you all the latest information on the newest figures and toys as usual...

Aug.02

Gaming News

Ar tonelico 2 Officially Announced for the US

Received the press release yesterday, NIS America will be bringing the hit sim-RPG Artonelico 2 to the US this December for the Playstation 2. Full press release and pictures inside. (Update...

Aug.02

Anime Expo 2008

Itasha Car Spotted @ AX08

Was digging around our Anime Expo 2008 pictures, and I almost forgot we spotted an Itasha car (a car usually covered with anime related decals) in the garage of the...

Jul.26

Figure News

Daiki Kogyou's Kanu Kit for WF08

With approximately 2 week left before one of the largest figure and hobby show, the Summer Wonder Festival, begins, figure maker Daiki Kogyou announced that they will be selling a...

Jul.25

Latest

More MacBook Touch Evidence

Odd for me to post this, but apparently the rumors that have been floating online recently about a "MacBook Touch" made by Apple is true. Our inside source (which...

Jul.25

Anime Expo 2008

Bandai Panel-AX08

Bandai's panel was a bit lackluster. It was mostly about announcing new release titles in the United States, so this will be brief. The most exciting announcement was Bandai's movement into...

Jul.24

Anime Expo 2008

Anime Expo 2008 Last Comic Standing Panel

One of the events that I decided to go to this year at Anime Expo was Last Comic Standing. The event is held every year and has grown...

Jul.24

Anime Expo 2008

Anime Expo Skit on Robot Chicken

Anime Expo had an array of different panels and events this year. Beside the yearly main events like the Masquerade, AX Idol, or the AMV Contest, they had a different...

Jul.23

Latest

Network/Site Updates

Originally an anime and gaming network, we decided to drop gaming from our site during the final planning of t-ono.net. We would once again like to explore that option.  Alice...

Jul.23

Gaming News

iDOLM@STER SP for PSP

In the latest issue of Fanimitsu Magazine, Namco Bandai announced that they will be releasing not 1, but 3 iDOLM@STER PSP games. Unfortunately only 3 characters will appear in each...

Jul.21

Convention News

AX08 Masquerade Backstage Photoshoot

We're still working hard on Anime Expo reports, and we've just finished picking and editing Masquerade Backstage photos. You can find them at our gallery here .

Jul.15

Anime News

Xam'd Anime on Playstation Network

For any self respecting gamer, they should know that it's E3 week. Interestingly, Sony has announced that BONES studio is offering their new anime Xam'd: Lost Memories that is currently...

Jul.15

Figure News

Figure Briefs

Been hectic since it's convention season. Still recovering and working on articles from FanimeCon and Anime Expo. Onwards to figures.Kotobukiya has announced they will be releasing a 5,800 yen 1/7...

Jul.15

Anime Expo 2008

Special Message From Jyukai

{flvremote}http://www.t-ono.net/seyretfiles/localvideos/Conventions/Anime_Expo_2008/AX_Jyukai_Interview.flv{/flvremote}Manami: Hello everyone Dewa: Hello Manami: Nice to meet you, this is Jukai. I am the vocalist Manami. Dewa: I am the guitarist Dewa Yoshiaki. Manami: This is the second...

Jul.14

Gaming News

Final Fantasy XIII E3 2008 Trailer

The trailer looks great, but that's not much of a surprise. What really knocked us off our collective rockers was Square-Enix's announcement that Final Fantasy XIII is also headed to...

Jul.13

Jyukai Interview

Interview

Jyukai Interview

Band group Jyukai probably most recognized by the anime community for their ending song Anata ga Ita Mori in Fate/Stay Night. Other anime related songs include the openings and endings...

Jul.12

Figure News

1/8 scale Klan Klan Macross Frontier

Figure maker Alpha Omega will be releasing  a 1/8 scale Klan Klan figure from the series Macross Frontier. She will retail for 5,775 yen.More pictures over at Moeyo . 

Jul.08

Anime Expo 2008

Anime Expo 2008 Con Report

Welcome to our Anime Expo 2008 Coverage at LAX Convention Center. One of the biggest unnanounced industry guest (who we mentioned prior to the con) to appear this year at Anime...

Jul.08

Takehito Harada Interview

Interview

Takehito Harada Interview

Takehito Harada is a character designer for Nippon Ichi Software (NIS). He is probably most famous for his work on the hit Disgaea franchise on the Playstation 2. We had the...

Jul.07

Convention News

AX 08 AMV Winner Videos

Best in Show and Best in Comedy {youtube}yHy4n3RWqjk{/youtube} Rest of the videos can be found after the jump. {cptags}

Jul.06

Convention News

Anime Expo 08 Day 4 Briefs- Jyukai/Astro Boy Movie

We interviewed Takehito Harada, full transcription will be available soon. Our newest staff member Alice Yan interviewed AX's musical Guest of Honor, Jyukai. Jyukai also left a special message for all...

Jul.04

Anime Expo 2008

AX08 - ADV Industry Panel

We now find ourselves within the company of Matt Greenfield and John Ledford as they take the panelists table and begin a general Q&A session, which will promptly cede to...

Jul.04

Convention News

Anime Expo 08 Day 2 Briefs-Concerts/Industry Panels

Greetings from Anime Expo 2008! Starting oddly on Thursday this year, Friday had a decent attendee turnout. Definitely tomorrow (Saturday) it will be packed and we hope to bring you...

Jul.03

Convention News

Anime Expo 2008 Coverage

If you haven't already guessed, yes we will be in fact covering Anime Expo 2008! Currently planned, we will be hitting various industry and press panels. We try to provide...

Jul.02

Gaming News

Chrono Trigger DS Confirmed!

Well, that didn't take long. Square-Enix has just decided to make it official: The DS is getting an updated Chrono Trigger port! Coming to North America this holiday season, Chrono...

Jul.01

Gaming News

Chrono Trigger Heading to the DS?/Countdown

There is a rumor floating around that there will be a Chrono Trigger release (in the form of a port, remake, sequel, who knows?) for the DS, and earlier today...

Jun.30

Figure News

[Figure] Kaiyodo Ayase Ena Non-Scale PVC Figure

Kaiyodo is busy keeping little Yotsuba company with the youngest Ayase family sibling, Ena (from the manga Yotsuba&!, of course), making her PVC debut. Ena is a cast-off figure...

Jun.29

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Little Bits & Bobbles - Round-Up Time

 A few things missed or glossed over during the weekend: 2nd Ichigo Mashimaro series announced . Creator of Witchblade and Comics icon Michael Turner passes at 37 . Samurai Champloo 1/6 scale action...

Jun.29

Anime News

Gurren Lagann Parallel Work 3

{youtube}ogEI1KtjtQw{/youtube} Alright folks, here's the third bow in Gainax's on-running series of Gurren Lagann themed music videos and ostensibly this one is a bit jazzier than the previous two, which isn't...

Jun.28

Gaming News

Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Gameplay Demonstration

  The newest episode of Gamespot's weekly show On The Spot had Bandai Namco marketing rep Joon Hwang demonstrating the gameplay mechanics of Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm . Mr. Hwang also...

Jun.27

Convention News

Takehito Harada @ AX08 Update

A quick update, NIS America has released character designer Takehito Harada's schedule at Anime Expo.Autograph sessions (@ NISA booth, #311) Thursday, July 3rd:...

Jun.25

Anime News

First In Hand Nia Artbook Pictures

So apparently the Nia artbook from Gurren Lagann is out, and pictures of the book has surfaced online. Knowing the community, expect larger scans in the next day or two...

Jun.25

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ADV Manga Still Alive and Possibly Kicking

ADV is a bit tired of the internet's constant queries as to the status of their manga publication, inclusive of which is -- but not limited to -- Yotsuba&! volume...

Jun.23

Gaming News

Be the First to Play BlazBlue At Anime Expo

Do you want to play Blaz Blue: Calamity Trigger ? It's a brand new high def fighter from the awesome dudes who brought you the Guilty Gear series -- But...

Jun.22

Anime News

Newest "Gurren Lagann Parallel Works" Video Now Up

{youtube}wxBL6oBXUv8{/youtube} The second video in Gainax's music clip project is now available to be consumed, digested and turned into vital geek nutrients. You can also find the video on the official...

Jun.20

Figure News

[Figure] Medicom Toy Exhibition 2008

Medicom brought out the big guns at their Toy Exhibition this weekend in Japan, and judging by their list of projects, they're dipping their brush in a wide...

Jun.19

Anime News

Lucky Star OVA Delayed Until September

The Lucky Star OVA has been pushed back a month (or so), from August 29th to September 26th, at least that's what retailers have been told.  Well shoot, there goes...

Jun.19

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots Review

Game Reviews

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots Review

(This review is spoiler-free) Snake has come back to us. He's a bit worse for wear, but even then the stealthy curmudgeon more than holds his own in a fight. This...

Jun.18

Figure News

Wave's 1/8 scale Space Yoko

Akibahobby today posted preview shots of figure maker Wave's 1/8 scale space Yoko. The paint job and sculpt looks really clean, a definite plus, but I am not a...

Jun.17

Anime News

Summer 2008 Anime Preview

{multithumb} What better way to spend start your summer vacation than with some new anime airing this season?

Jun.17

Convention News

AX Announcements: Key Notes and "Sneak Peek" Vids

A couple press releases from AX hit the air today: First off, they announced the 3rd annual SPJA Industry Conference with inclusive key notes and panels, at which...

Jun.17

Anime News

Promo Trailer for New Macross Short Film "All That VF" Streamed

A cool little promotional trailer for a new short film titled All That VF has sprung up on the official website for Macross Frontier (Viewable in 1mb or...

Jun.15

Anime News

Gainax's Gurren Lagann Music Clip Project - First Video Available

 {youtube}kdZH3mT82vU{/youtube} Gurren Lagann is back! Well, not in its entirety but in a very cool form nonetheless. The video above is the first part of eight in a series of music...

Jun.11

Anime News

Third Bleach movie listed for December release in Japan

Japanese movie distributor TOHO put out a December listing for the third Bleach flick. Noriyuki Abe, the director of the Bleach television series as well as the previous two films...

Jun.09

Convention News

AX and Interimixi "Getaway to Japan" Sweepstakes

Anime Expo and Intermixi Japan Tours are giving one lucky Jyukai Concert premium ticket holder at Anime Expo 2008 an all-expense paid ultimate trip to Japan.   The...

Jun.09

Anime News

Ghost in the Shell Remastered and Re-released - New Promo Video

The original Ghost in the Shell is getting remastered, and not only that, a limited re-release in five (count 'em, 5) Japanese theaters on July 12. The newly enhanced Mamoru...

Jun.09

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Fish Hentai for the Discerning Hentai Enthusiast

Yes, there is fish hentai swimming around on the internet - Salmon hentai to be exact. I'm not surprised, it was just a matter of time (I'm just glad it's...

Jun.06

Anime News

'Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu new animation' - New Scans

Canned Dogs has a bevy of scans of the new Haruhi project from the latest Newtype. Apparently, Haruhi's return should not be considered a 2nd season in the...

Jun.03

Anime News

Negima! Returns For Another Go; New OVA Preview

{youtube}GoJkxoPncAY{/youtube} I have to be honest, I gave up on the Negima! manga after volume 9 (If my memory serves me right). To that end I never got around to the...

Jun.02

Convention News

Disgaea Artist Takehito Harada @ Anime Expo

In a newsletter sent out by NIS America on Friday May 30, character designer Takehito Harada will be coming to Anime Expo this year held at the L.A. Convention Center...

Jun.02

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U.S. Death Note Remake in the Works

Death Note is coming to Hollywood! Vertigo Entertainment USA (of no relation to Vertigo Comics or Vertigo Films), the production house behind remakes such as The Departed, The Grudge, and...

Jun.02

Anime News

Batman Gotham Knight to be shown at Anime Expo

It looks like Batman is set to take over both anime and the silver screen this summer. AX announced in a press release today that Batman Gotham Knight will...

Jun.02

Anime News

New Mai-Hime Project Announced

Work on a new Mai-Hime project is underway, this time with a new heroine named Mao. Not much in the way of significant info, though. Until then we'll keep our...

May.29

Maika Netsu Exclusive interview

Interview

Maika Netsu Exclusive interview

Despite the harried Sunday where Maika Netsu presented a panel and signing session at Fanime Con 2008, she found some time to talk about her life as a female mangaka...

May.28

Latest

ADV Getting Back Into Gear with Manga Releases After Long Hiatus

I don't know whether to applaud ADV Manga for getting their release schedule back on track or to lambast them for depriving me of my precious Yotsuba&! for so long...

May.28

Figure News

[Eye Up] 1/8 scale Gurren Lagann Figures!!!

Yes I know, we haven't done any figure news in ages, but I couldn't let this slip by. Eye Up, formerly a figure producer and contractor, announced they would be...

May.27

Anime News

'Shikabane Hime' - Gainax's New TV Series

I'm a bit late to the party, I know, but bear with me. ANN confirmed a couple days ago that Gainax's new TV series is Shikabane Hime, a TV...

May.27

FanimeCon 2008

Fanime 08 - Swap Meet

T-ono takes you inside the Fanime Con Swap Meet. Here...

May.27

FanimeCon 2008

Animating and Unlocking Gurren Lagann Panel

Gainax unlocks Gurren Lagann at FanimeCon 2008, bringing most of the production staff. Coming right off the Meet Gainax event, we trekked a couple blocks back to the convention center...

May.27

FanimeCon 2008

Fanime 08 - Meet Gainax Event

It's a nice, clear sky-ed Sunday evening and I'm shuffling over to the Fairmont Hotel - a couple blocks down from the actual convention center - for the Meet Gainax...

May.24

Convention News

FanimeCon 08 Saturday Night

A few updates on how Fanime is going. The Masquerade was amazing this year, with a lot more fun skits than dull ones. Recorded every skit on film, and took...

May.21

Latest

Petition to Ban Erotic Games Featuring Underage Characters

A petition has reached the ears of the Japanese Diet for legislation that would potentially ban the bulk of Eroge (erotic games and adult anime. The petitioning party's primary focus...

May.20

Latest

Fanime 08 - Now with lotsa Gainax

A slew of last minute additions have cropped up on the Panels page of the Fanime website today, and guess what? They're all Gainax related:     Last Minute AdditionsWhat’s a...

May.19

Anime News

Macross Frontier New Songs Leaked

Those remembering Ranka singing "Watashi no Kare wa Pilot" from episode 4, well it seems a full low quality version of the song has been leaked online. "What 'bout my...

May.18

Latest

Bandai Entertainment Countdown is Up - New Announcement Imminent

A countdown timer is now up on Bandai Entertainment's splash page , with an announcement to be given when it hits zero on May 23rd, which is coincidentally the first...

May.18

Figure News

Cute Indiana Jones figures from Kotobukiya

I'm a moderately big Indy fan and I'm quite excited for the release of the 4th flick in the series. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is...

May.17

Latest

Japanese Breast Size Simulator

For the discerning breast oggler or those obsessed with the measurements of the fairer sex, The Oppai (Breast) Maker is the perfect (and very NSFW) little time waster. Simply type in...

May.16

Latest

Racism in Tokyo

{youtube}HNAJWA2gVHE{/youtube}Serious stuff...indeed. Keep watching until the end.Source: Japan Probe  

May.14

Figure News

Capcom asks: Which Street Fighter IV Figures do you want?

The stand-up people at Cacom USA want to give us cool Street Fighter IV figures, but are unable to produce the ENTIRE cast of characters in beautiful pvc form. They...

May.14

Convention News

Gainax @ FanimeCon 2008 Update

We have dug up new confirmed information in regards to Gainax's appearance. Tony, a FanimeCon Forum Administrator and MusicFest Head, said, "Ok, I'm told we have some really interesting guests...

May.12

Anime News

Sheryl Nome Blog (Macross Frontier)

It appears that a blog for Sheryl Nome from the new series Macross Frontier surfaced last week. So far nothing of real importance on the site, but fans might want...

May.11

Latest

First Official Dragonball Movie Promotional Image

Here's a low quality scan (perfect for a low quality flick. I kid, I kid) of the Dragonball promo image featured in Shonen Jump #12. To view the full image...

May.11

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Speed Racer Movie Bombs in Box Office. Lesson to be learned?

Speed Racer, the live-action adaptation of the classic pseudo-anime helmed by the Wachowski bros, closed it's weekend opening at a heartbreaking $20 million. In retrospect, it probably wasn't a great...

May.11

Figure News

Lucky Star Figma by Max Factory

"Oha-Lucky!" The lovely ladies of Lucky Star charm their way into the  Figma line by Max Factory, to the surprise of possibly no one. Let's cross our fingers for Akira-san...

May.10

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Tidbit: Bandai Entertainment's New Website is Preparing For the Next Battle

Bandai Entertainment's brand spanking new website has entered an "alpha" testing phase and they now have a blog . Not too exciting right now, but the idea of Bandai...

May.09

Latest

Milk + Curry + Instant Noodles = Win?

I love instant cup noodles. It's unhealthy, mostly unsatisfying, and let's be honest those seemingly innocuous little styrofoam cups aren't a boon to the environment. But I could care less...

May.09

Anime News

Haruhi Website trickles out new info

The official website for The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi anime has updated its homepage, and now features Yuki instead of Haruhi, who has recently "disappeared". Also updated is the...

May.08

Gaming News

Boogie with Haruhi on Wii

For everyone who never got the chance to spasm out of control to the beat of "Hare Hare Yukai", here's your chance...sort of. The third game of a trio based...

May.08

Anime News

3rd Higurashi Series Confirmed as Rei OVA This Winter

The Official Higurashi website has confirmed that a third season is in development and will be titled Higurashi No Naku Koroni Rei. While no official release date has been...

May.08

Anime News

New Lucky Star OVA story details from Newtype

Hot off the heels of the recent Lucky Star OVA announcement and we're already presented with some delectible tidbits straight from the newest issue of Newtype. Apparently, the OVA will...

May.07

Latest

Gackpoid - Gackt takes over Vocaloid

I thought this was an April Fool's joke rearing its ugly head again, but I guess the jokes on me. Musical sensation Gackt will provide his voice for Gackpoid, a...

May.06

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Street Fighter - The Legend of Chun Li...Nostalgia is a cruel bitch

Do you remember the 1994 live-action Street Fighter movie? Do you remember how shockingly bad it was? Well apparently Hollywood doesn't, that's why we're getting tripe such as Street...

May.06

Anime

Lucky Star OVA Announcement!

Everyone's favorite charmingly lugubrious slice of life anime has been picked up for an OVA release. Japanese video game store distributed From Gamers Cool flyer contained the pre-announcement ad...

May.05

Figure News

[Figure] Medicom Real Action Heroes Code Geass 1/6 Action Figures

I was coerced into watching Code Geass. I went into it prepared to absolutely hate it, but to my dismay I couldn't bring myself to dislike the series. I am...

May.05

Convention News

Gainax @ FanimeCon 2008 Preview

Hiroyuki Yamaga, Co-Founder and President of Studio Gainax has a history of attending FanimeCon every year, but this year his name is absent from the Guests of Honor list...

May.05

FanimeCon 2008

FanimeCon 2008 Preview

With only 18 days left, f ans are anxiously awaiting for Fanime. As usually, most conventions are unsure about what their final schedules and guests list are until the last...

Apr.29

Anime News

Japantown opens doors to Northern California's First Manga Cafe

Manga Cafe Mika opened its doors to the Kintetsu Building in San Francisco's Japan Town in late April of 2008. The establishment follows a business model followed by the popular...

Apr.21

Figure News

[Figure] Revoltech Lazengann

This was simply too awesome to pass over, figure maker Kaiyodo will be releasing Lazengann from the hit series, Tengan no Toppa Gurren Lagann. Come with 2 sets of interchangeable...

Apr.15

FanimeCon 2008

Fanime 2008 Con Report

  Welcome to the homepage of The-O Network Online's FanimeCon 2008 Con Report!Read our article on Studio Gainax's surprise visit to Fanime, bringing over 30 staff members who worked on...

Mar.27

Latest

[Site] Upcoming Features

I apologize for the lack of updates, I am currently away out of the country on business (related to the site ). I'll have a full report on my travels...

Mar.19

Figure Bargains

[Figure Deals] March

We would like to introduce a new feature we are offering now here at t-ono.net. That's right, from now on we will post the best deals available on figures weekly...

Mar.17

Anime News

Guristantine

{youtube}MJOnOnC2Fe4{/youtube}  It's called Guristantine because the village haibane live in is called Guri (or Glie). 

Mar.15

Figure News

Post WHF 2008/Figures to Watch Out For (Part 1)

Ringing in the new year with tons of new figures announcements from Winter Hobby Festival, we've compiled a short list here of figures that you should keep an eye on. Images...

Mar.12

Latest

[Site] Upgrade Version 2.1 Downtime

We are currently experimenting with new components for Version 2.1 of the website so expect some downtime or odd CSS layout issues until we are finished with upgrading the site...

Mar.07

Latest

[Site] Site Slowdowns/Wondercon

We will be migrating all our news over to a new posting system soon, and we apologize for the delay in news. Should be done within the next few days...

Mar.03

Gaming News

Girl Gamer Statistics

The debate for actual girl gamers have raged on in recent years, especially with the rise of portable gaming like the Nintendo DS, and online juggernauts like World of Warcraft...

Feb.20

Anime Expo

Anime Expo

Once a year around the weekend of July 4th, an anime convention called Anime Expo is held, ushering in fans from all over the world to join in the 4...

Feb.20

Figure News

Wonder Festival Winter 2008

That's right folks, it's that time of the year again, and the Wonder Festival Winter 2008 is about to begin on February 24! Just like in the past , we...

Feb.20

Listing

Anime Expo

Once a year around the weekend of July 4th, an anime convention called Anime Expo is held, ushering in fans from all over the world to join in the 4...

Feb.17

Gaming News

Mabinogi released in US

http://mabinogi.nexon.net/From 10am PST February 23rd to 10am PST February 25th, Mabinogi servers will be open to public for stability testing. Characters created during this time will be deleted when open...

Feb.07

Anime News

[Anime] Spring 08 Anime List

A preliminary list for new anime titles coming next season, Spring 2008 is out. Currently there are 34 confirmed titles, with more to come. Click read more for the full image.

Feb.04

Latest

[Site] Network Upgrade

Currently upgrading the database system used for our Network so some features such as reviews, and gallery may be missing.

Jan.29

Anime News

[Anime] 3rd New Code Geass R2 Trailer

After the news of the DVD Magazine trailer released last week, it appears a 3rd trailer for Code Geass has been released. Found while searching for a higher resolution 2nd...

Jan.29

Anime News

[Anime] 3rd New Code Geass R2 Trailer

{youtube}jibpVCNG83E{/youtube} After the news of the DVD Magazine trailer released last week, it appears a 3rd trailer for Code Geass has been released. Found while searching for a higher resolution 2nd...

Jan.23

Anime News

[Anime] More Code Geass Season 2 Trailer Shots

The magazine in question mentioned in the previous post turns out to be DVD Magazine II found while searching on yesasia (product link page can be found here).A brief...

Jan.22

Anime News

[Anime] Code Geass Season 2 Leaked Screens?

A short while ago, as of this posting, a user of 2chan , a Japanese posting board, uploaded several digital camera snapshots of a computer monitor apparently playing Code Geass...

Jan.21

Figure News

[Figure] Goodsmile Lineage II Human Mage

Some may have heard that Goodsmile recently opened preorders for a second batch of the limited to 2,000 pieces 1/7 scale Dark Elf from the Korean Massive Multiplayer Online Role...

Jan.07

Latest

[Site] Site Progress

Some quick updates. the comment system has been revamped. Much cleaner, and you can add a comment without registering. Currently cleaning up the 'add entry' page for the network items...

Jan.02

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Jan.02

Anime News

Time of Eve

 Studio Rikka, the producer of Pale Cocoon , is coming back with a new film on January 8, 2008, titled Time of Eve.Click "read more" for the translations. 

Jan.01

Figure News

Gundam Expo 2007

Can't believed I missed this, else I would've flew over there and covered it, but apparently Bandai held the Gundam over in Hong Kong from December 14 to January 8.It...

Dec.31

Figure News

[Figure] 1/7 Scale PVC Yoko

Fans of Gurren Lagann's Yoko rejoice, as figure maker Wafuudou Ganguten will be releasing her in 1/7 scale. She's estimated to be released at 7,980 yen in March...

Dec.26

FanimeCon 2007

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Dec.26

Latest

[Site] Version 2.0 Live

As a Christmas present we decided to officially launch ver. 2.0 for public viewing. We've worked out most of the kinks, but there are still some issues with formatting. Should...

Dec.24

FanimeCon 2007

Fanime Con Report 2007

Welcome to the homepage of The-O Network Online's FanimeCon 2007 Con Report! This year's Fanime had a lot to offer including the first annual FaniMaid Cafe, the Black and White...

Dec.23

FanimeCon 2007

Masquerade (Cosplay Spectacular)

The Masquerade is a yearly cosplay contest; participants get up on stage and perform a short skit (usually done in groups.) This year's Masquerade had about 43 skits, give...

Dec.21

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Dec.07

Latest

[Site] Version 2.0 Beta

Welcome to the new look for The-O Network Online! Took us a while to migrate everything, but well this is it. We will be running tests andwhat not on the...

Nov.20

Gaming News

[Gaming] Mabinogi: Heroes

Mabinogi: Heroes will be another Korean MMO releasing soon in Spring 2008; however, this will be an action MMO running Value's famed Half-life Source engine! From what we have seen...

Nov.03

Listing

Conventions

Here you can find a listing of conventions that we the staff of t-ono.net attend and cover. Click a link for more information about the convention including essential survival guides...

Oct.13

Figure News

[Figure] 1/8 Scale Shana

Recently there have been a surge of Shana figures, and with the recent airing of season 2 of Shakugan no Shana, Kotobukiya has a promising new 1/8 scale...

Oct.09

Latest

[Site] Update

Front page news are formatted correctly now. We are aware of a layout issue for users running Internet Explorer. It should be fixed soon.

Sep.19

Latest

[Site] Network Directory Online

The retailer directory listing is online and working. Currently formatting, and adding categories. Rating/review system has also been implemented for registered users only.

Jul.20

Anime Expo 2007

Geneon Panel

Panelists: Chip Carter, with Chad Kime, Terry Ho, Yukio Kusonoda, and John “packaging guru,” Bailey. The panel started with new developments about the Geneon Spot. The Geneon Spot started...

Jul.14

Anime Expo 2007

SOS Brigade Panel

My countless days of waiting for this day had come as the SOS Brigade Invasion Tour was about to start. But before the start of the tour, there must be...

Jul.08

Anime Expo 2007

Personal Account

Another convention, another weekend filled with various memories, that’s what I always say. Alright, so I’ve never said that before, but that’s my new motto. However, this wasn’t just any...

Jul.04

Anime Expo 2007

ADV Panel

Long Beach, Calif. – Hot on the heels of the Geneon panel followed ADV’s time slot in Live Programming room 2 at Anime Expo 2007. While the waiting line for...

Jul.03

Anime Expo 2007

SOS Brigade Invasion Tour Concert

Aya Hirano, Yuko Goto, and Minori Chihara known most famously for their work The concert was held on Saturday night initially scheduled at 4:30 PM; however, the concert actually didn't...

Jun.26

Anime Expo 2007

Anime Expo 2007 Con Report

Welcome to the homepage of The-O Network Online's Anime Expo 2007 Con Report! This year's AX surprises us all with the announcement of the SOS Brigade Invasion Tour, bringing the...

Jun.12

FanimeCon 2007

Gurren Lagann Panel

The panel was lead by Hiroyuki Yamaga, Co-Founder and President of Studio Gainax. Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann is a new series by Studio Gainax. The story is roughly about a...