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Crunchyroll announces a Chainsaw Man autograph signing even with Voice Actor Ryan Colt Levy

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Crunchyroll is bringing voice actor Ryan Colt Levy, the English dub voice for the character Denji from the hit animated series Chainsaw Man, for a special autograph signing event in Los Angeles at The Loop, an all-new rotating retail destination featuring immersive activations, exclusive merchandise, and fan experiences inspired by the biggest entertainment brands. 

Ryan will be signing exclusive Chainsaw Man postcards, provided by Crunchyroll, for fans who make a qualifying purchase* of Chainsaw Man products at The Loop before the event only on Thursday, September 10. Autographs will be made during the scheduled event time and limited to first come, first served based on capacity. A standby line will be available if the event has reached capacity.

The Loop will be closed during the signing event, but entry to purchase eligible Chainsaw Man products for the signing may be allowed, subject to event capacity.

Fans can visit The Loop’s free on-site activations inspired by JUJUTSU KAISEN, The Apothecary Diaries, and Chainsaw Man through October 18. The Loop offers an exclusive roster of collectibles and merch from each anime series alongside limited-edition Crunchyroll branded items.

WHEN:
Thursday, September 10
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm PST

WHERE:
Westfield Topanga Mall (Within Topanga Social)
6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd
Canoga Park, CA 91303

*A $35 minimum purchase of Chainsaw Man merchandise must be made before tax and after any eligible discounts on Thursday, September 10, 2026 to be eligible for the autograph session. A wristband for autograph access will be provided upon qualifying purchase. Limit one wristband per person and one autograph per wristband. Eligible Chainsaw Man products and qualifying purchases are determined by Crunchyroll, LLC.

Crunchyroll Manga Adds Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You and more on August 10

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On August 10, the Crunchyroll Manga library will expand its 400+ catalog of unique titles with the arrival of Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You, Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, Bocchi the Rock!, Tougen Anki, and more. Spanning across all genres, from slice-of-life and sports to fantasy and romance, these new entries to Crunchyroll Manga include series with recent and ongoing anime adaptations streaming on Crunchyroll, as well as many other manga additions brought together from multiple publishers available to read all in one place.

See the complete list of new titles coming to Crunchyroll Manga on August 10:

  • At Summer’s End
  • Bocchi the Rock!
  • Demon Lord Exchange!!
  • Don’t Blush, Sekime-san!
  • East, Into The Night
  • From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman
  • KoLD8: King of the Living Dead
  • LAND LOCK
  • Magical Girl Tsubame: I Will (Not) Save The World!
  • Nano Hazard
  • Prison School
  • Raius: Master Swordsman Reborn
  • Rugby Rumble
  • Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You
  • Tougen Anki
  • Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun

Featured new titles on Crunchyroll Manga:

Bocchi the Rock! (created by Aki Hamazi) – Things are finally getting serious for Hitori “Bocchi” Gotoh and the rest of Kessoku Band. Nijika and Ryou are graduating, Bocchi is finding she’s not quite so alone in class anymore, and Stray Beat is planning to celebrate the release of the gang’s first album with their biggest show yet! What’s more, they’ll be joined in concert by Klimt’s Night-a hit musical duo who pack some real star power. In preparation, Kessoku Band is introduced to the group’s reclusive songwriter, who’s…an even bigger introvert than Bocchi? Can they really make a successful indie debut while juggling two black holes of social anxiety?!

From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman (written by Shigeru Sagazaki and illustrated by Tetsuhiro Nabeshima) – Middle-aged Beryl Gardinant has only ever accomplished one thing: running a humble sword-fighting dojo in the quiet countryside. But when he’s paid a visit by his former pupil, Allusia, he discovers that she has become an elite commander—and she’s hardly the only ex-student who’s a renowned warrior! Now forced by Allusia to become a special instructor to the strongest order of knights in the kingdom, can Beryl reach his full potential even though he’s an old man?

Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You (created by Jinushi) – At age forty-five, office worker Sasaki has had enough of the corporate grind. His only solace is smoking-and the friendly smile of supermarket cashier Yamada. When Sasaki can’t find Yamada after a particularly trying day, a striking woman invites him to smoke with her. The despondent man thinks he’s made a new smoking buddy in the cool, teasing Tayama, but Sasaki doesn’t realize he already knows her!

Tougen Anki (created by Yura Urushibara) – Shiki Ichinose would have never guessed his adoptive father used to be an Oni-hunting Momotarou, much less that the old man walked away from that life just to raise him despite Shiki’s dangerous Oni blood. After seeing the only parent he ever knew murdered by a Momotarou assassin, Shiki’s blood awakens. Thrust into an ancient conflict between Oni and Momotarou, Shiki will fight to survive, to take his revenge—and to hold back the calamity coursing through his veins…

Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun (created by Osamu Nishi) – Hopeless pushover Iruma Suzuki has found himself in a devil of a predicament… His trashy parents have sold off his soul, and he now has to live and attend school in the Netherworld. But with his unique survival skills and doting demon grandfather’s support, Iruma will surely make it through this hellish experience. He’ll just need to subjugate rival classmates, summon familiars, and more, all while never revealing that he’s human… Easy as aleph, bet, gimel, right?

Anime Expo 2026: Crunchyroll delivers major announcements spanning theatrical films, highly anticipated new series, and expanded fan experiences

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Crunchyroll took the stage at Anime Expo 2026 with a slate of major announcements spanning theatrical films, highly anticipated new series, and expanded fan experiences. Highlights from the annual Crunchyroll Showcase at the Peacock Theater included the reveal of Solo Leveling: Beyond the System, a character first-look at the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime, and multiple world premiere debuts.

Hosted by Tim Lyu and Lauren Moore, the showcase delivered new trailers, surprise appearances, and first-look reveals for fans in attendance and around the world. 

  • Solo Leveling: Beyond the System – In a moment that drew one of the panel’s biggest reactions, Aleks Le, the English voice of Sung Jinwoo, took the stage to make a special announcement to reveal that the story is far from over. Fans at Anime Expo were the first in the world to learn that Solo Leveling: Beyond the System is now in production. The all-new anime theatrical feature film will be a direct continuation of the series, picking up following the events of Season 2. Fans were also treated to a teaser key visual and a new promotional concept video. Solo Leveling: Beyond the System is animated by acclaimed A-1 Pictures (Sword Art Online). The film is produced by Aniplex, Netmarble, D&C MEDIA, Kakao Piccoma, and Crunchyroll. More details to be announced at a later date.
  • Ghost of Tsushima Legends – Crunchyroll debuted a first-look at the characters for the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime, offering fans another early glimpse at the highly anticipated series. Last year, Crunchyroll, in partnership with Aniplex, Sony Music, and PlayStation Productions, announced the anime adaptation of the beloved action-adventure game. The series follows one of the last remaining samurai as he defends his homeland of Tsushima against the Mongol Empire. Director Takanobu Mizuno will lead the adaptation, with HAYATE Inc. overseeing production, Satoshi Maejima (NITRO PLUS) and Gen Urobuchi (NITRO PLUS) writing the script, with Gen Urobuchi also handling story composition, Takashi Okazaki providing character designs, and KAMIKAZE DOUGA producing the animation. The series aims to translate the game’s signature samurai aesthetic into a visually compelling, cinematic experience. Additional production details and a premiere date will be announced at a later time. 
  • The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn’t a Guy At All – In one of the showcase’s biggest surprises, Crunchyroll aired a special video message to audiences at Anime Expo from Dave Grohl, who revealed that Nirvana’s “Breed” will serve as the opening theme for the upcoming anime adaptation of The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn’t a Guy At All set to launch in early 2027. The series follows fashionable and upbeat high schooler, Aya, who loves listening to rock, but no one else seems to share her interest…until she meets a cool, stylish employee at a CD shop. Dressed in black from head to toe, he has this air of mystery about him, and his taste in music is impeccable. Aya falls hard for him, not knowing her crush is actually her female classmate Mitsuki! Additional details on the series will be announced at a later time. 
  • Kagurabachi – Following the recent announcement that the highly- anticipated anime adaptation, Kagurabachi, is coming to Crunchyroll next year, fans attending the Showcase were treated to an exclusive Q&A with Chihiro Rokuhira’s Japanese voice actor, Taihi Kimura, and Kyle Cardine, Editor-in-Chief of Crunchyroll News. Unveiled exclusively for the panel audience, attendees received a special first look at Chihiro’s provisional character design sheet.

NEW SERIES AND RETURNING FAVORITES

  • Here U Are – The anime adaptation of the beloved manhwa will make its way to Crunchyroll. The series follows Yang Yu, a university upperclassman who’s loved by everyone, and Huan Li, a quiet, antisocial new student. The two of them get off on the wrong foot, but despite clashing and repelling one another at times, they are still drawn to each other.
  • Fate Rewinder – Launching on Crunchyroll April 2027 this new sci-fi mystery thriller follows heroes equipped with the “Retry Eye,” an ocular implanted device granting the power to rewind time. The series centers around new Rewinder, Chrono, who must master his ability to save those who have died tragically.
  • The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 5 – Naofumi’s journey continues into perilous new waves of danger where he and his companions face threats that may implicate the other Cardinal Heroes. The series will make its way to Crunchyroll next year. Get a sneak peek at the upcoming season and catch up on the previous seasons, now streaming on Crunchyroll.
  • Dengeki Daisy – Crunchyroll revealed the world-wide premiere trailer of Dengeki Daisy. This new romantic comedy tells the journey of an orphan whose encounter with a mysterious hacker embroils her in espionage! 
  • Aoashi Season 2 – Ashito’s journey continues October 2026 on Crunchyroll. Following his devastating junior high tournament loss and recruitment of J-League’s top managers, Ashito returns to pursue his dream of becoming one of the greatest soccer players of all time. Get ready for Season 2 by catching up on Season 1, streaming on Crunchyroll. 
  • Gacha Girls Corps – Coming to Crunchyroll January 2027, Gacha Girls Corps follows mobile game addict, Heihachi, who gets dragged into another world after making an unusual in-game pull. Attacked by monsters, he does what he knows best, roll gacha, summoning a powerful knight named Norl who may be his only hope.
  • Magical Buffs – The Support Caster is Stronger Than He Realized! – After being expelled from his guild for overshadowing its leader, skilled support mage, Wim Strauss, gets a second chance when his childhood friend invites him to join her A-rank guild, Nachtibelle. The new fantasy series comes to Crunchyroll January 2027.
  • The Vermilion Mask – Crunchyroll gives fans another look into The Vermilion Mask, coming to the platform October 2026. The series follows Peru, a pupil of the legendary mask maker Gaston Roux, becomes controlled by the “Mask of the Warrior God,” and unintentionally kills his friends, and even his own master. In order to prevent this type of tragedy from reoccurring, Peru swears to destroy all of Gaston’s masks that are spread around the world. Confronting the sins that he has committed, he embarks on his voyage. 
  • Overgeared – Coming this year to Crunchyroll, Overgeared follows Grid, an unlucky low-level player in the popular VR game, “Satisfy,” who can’t seem to catch a break, that is, until he gets an opportunity for the S-Rank Quest that changes his life. finds a powerful item that earns him a rare legendary class title: “Pagma’s Successor” and becomes a skilled blacksmith capable of forging unique weapons and equipping the game’s most powerful gear. He sets his sights on fame and fortune, but as his newfound abilities begin stirring up trouble in Satisfy, Grid learns that life as a legend may be more than he bargained for.

PLATFORM & FAN EXPERIENCES

AKIRA – The landmark 1989 cyberpunk anime classic is returning to theatres on September 4, 2026 in the United States and Canada, now in 4K and IMAX. 

Crunchyroll Manga – Launched in October 2025, Crunchyroll Manga features over 400 titles from Japanese publishers including Shueisha, Square Enix, VIZ Media, Yen Press, and more. Major additions now include Kodansha US Publishing titles such as Attack on Titan, Fire Force, and Fairy Tail. During the showcase, the Black Torch manga was announced that it will be available to read on July 13, giving fans the opportunity to seamlessly switch between the anime with one click on Crunchyroll as it begins streaming new episodes on July 4. 

  • More New Arrivals: Villainess Level 99; Red Cat Ramen; Ron Kamonohashi: Deranged Detective; Forget That Night, Your Majesty; Eko Eko Azarak Reborn; Grendizer U: The Inception; Three Exorcism Siblings; and Unemployed Killers Support Group. 
  • New Chapters This Month: Do Women Need Sex Entertainment?; Farewell, My Odin; Sanda; The Elegant Courtly; Life of the Tea Witch; The Raven Dark Hero; Toxic Super Beasts; Working for God in a Godless World; and Yan.

Anime Expo 2026: The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t A Guy At All gets Animated with Nirvana Theme Song

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Announced at Anime Expo 2026, The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy At All is becoming an anime series launching on Crunchyroll in 2027.

The manga features a story and art by Sumiko Arai, translated by Ajani Oloye, lettered by Brandon Bovia, and published by Yen Press. Masashi Ishihama will direct the anime.

Fashionable and upbeat high schooler Aya loves listening to rock, but no one else seems to share her interest…until she meets a cool, stylish employee at a CD shop. Dressed in black from head to toe, he has this air of mystery about him, and his taste in music is impeccable. Aya falls hard for him—not knowing her crush is actually her female classmate Mitsuki! For her part, Mitsuki generally keeps to herself and avoids standing out at school. But given that she sits right next to Aya, Mitsuki’s all too aware of the other girl’s feelings, and she’s afraid to reveal the truth. So why does she find herself talking with Aya more and more…?

The series will feature Nirvana‘s Breed as its opening theme. The band is referenced often throughout the manga. Dave Grohl has gotten a look at the playlist for the series and seems to approve and thinks Kurt Cobain wouldn’t loved the mange/anime.

Kagurabachi Comes to Crunchyroll in April 2027

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Crunchyroll has announced it will stream the upcoming anime adaptation of Kagurabachi, based on the manga by Takeru Hokazono. The series is slated to premiere in April 2027 and will stream on Crunchyroll worldwide excluding Japan, Mainland China, North Korea and South Korea.

Kagurabachi has quickly emerged as one of the most talked-about new titles in Weekly Shonen Jump, drawing strong fan anticipation for its stylized action and striking visual identity. The previously released teaser trailer and visual offer a first look at protagonist Chihiro Rokuhira and the enchanted blade, Enten, setting the stage for the story’s unfolding conflict.

The anime adaptation is directed by Tetsuya Takeuchi, with character design by Keigo Sasaki, and animation produced by Cypic (Umamusume: Cinderella Gray, The Summer Hikaru Died).

The Japanese voice cast announced thus far includes Taihi Kimura as Chihiro Rokuhira, Tomokazu Seki as Kunishige Rokuhira, and Katsuyuki Konishi as Togo Shiba.

In addition to its broadcast and streaming debut, a global “World Tour” of early episode screenings has been confirmed, bringing Kagurabachi to fans around the world ahead of its premiere. 

The Kagurabachi Anime World Tour Part 1 will kick off at Anime Expo before heading to Japan Expo, AnimagiC, Otakon, and Anime NYC.

Crunchyroll Reveals Massive Anime Expo Lineup; New Series Acquisitions—The Apothecary Diaries Season 3, Gachiakuta Season 2 & More!

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Crunchyroll announced an entertainment-industry-defining Anime Expo lineup—and it’s all for the fans. Crunchyroll is bringing anime fans closer to their favorite series and previewing their next anime obsessions across more than twenty blocks of programming packed with iconic creators, beloved voice actors, exciting announcements and first looks.  

CRUNCHYROLL TAKES OVER PEACOCK THEATER 

On Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, Crunchyroll is set to completely transform the Peacock Theater into a dedicated anime destination featuring the most prominent titles in the medium. Fans that can’t handle the wait can hear from the talent behind the upcoming mysteries in The Apothecary Diaries; and see what’s next in Gachiakuta. Additionally, fans can fall further in love with this season’s standout series by diving into Daemons of the Shadow Realm; and joining a magical chat with the creator and cast of Witch Hat Atelier.

Also, celebrate the world of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle at Anime Expo 2026 on July 3 at the Peacock Theater! Join us for a special event looking back on the theatrical release of Infinity Castle, featuring members of the hit film’s voice cast. Fans of studio ufotable, the studio behind the franchise, won’t want to miss a special video of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle! Plus, there will be a sneak peek of footage from ufotable’s newest film project! 

There’s a moment dedicated to every anime fan across panels that include insights into the direction and creation of Clevatess, a tenth anniversary celebration of Mob Psycho 100, voice cast hijinks for You and I are Polar Opposites, and many more. There will also be early screenings of Mushoku Tensei Season 3, Returner’s Magic Should be Special 2, Reborn As a Space Mercenary and more. 

HUGE INCOMING ANIME NEWS 

Save the date for July 3 at 1:30 PM: the Crunchyroll Showcase at the Peacock Theater will outline what is next for the exciting world of anime fandom. Fans can grab a seat to see newly announced anime, sneak peeks, world premiere trailers and more. 

NEWLY REVEALED TITLES COMING TO CRUNCHROLL 

Crunchyroll revealed a massive slate of titles set to stream on the platform and fans at Anime Expo will get the first look. Attendees can catch these exciting titles across special guest panels, world premieres, advance screenings and exclusive sneak peeks. 

  • The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 
  • Firefly Wedding 
  • Gachiakuta Season 2 
  • I Became a Legend after My 10 Year-Long Last Stand 
  • Overgeared 
  • Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 
  • Sasaki and Peeps Season 2
  • The Oblivious Saint Can’t Contain Her Power 
  • The Ogre’s Bride 
  • The Villager of Level 999 
  • Victoria of Many Faces 

Crunchyroll also revealed Goodbye, Lara and Tomb Raider King are coming to the platform this July. These exciting titles will also be featured at Anime Expo. 

CRUNCHYROLL’S BOOTH: IMMERSION, VOICE ACTING, AND SWAG

Over at Booth #2526, the Crunchyroll is bringing the Dubbing Dojo voicing acting experience to the Anime Expo show floor for the first time! Fans can step behind the mic to experience the art of voice acting with scenes from Attack on Titan, BLUE LOCK, Sentenced to Be a Hero, Solo Leveling, and more. 

Crunchyroll Booth will also have its most immersive anime experiences ever. Dive headfirst into Daemons of the Shadow Realm as well as Witch Hat Atelier—streaming on Crunchyroll now. More info coming soon.

Crunchyroll News and Newtype magazine are collaborating once again this year for a summer 2026 special issue available for free at the Crunchyroll Booth at Anime Expo 2026 while supplies last. The special issue will include exclusive art, interviews and more on the latest series streaming on Crunchyroll. The magazine will feature insight from the cast and staff behind Daemons of the Shadow Realm, Black Clover, and other hit anime series, alongside messages from ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION and TK from Ling tosite sigure. 

Initial D, Cells at Work, Fairy Tail, A Silent Voice, and More Kodansha Titles Join Crunchyroll Manga

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A new wave of Kodansha USA Publishing titles are joining the Crunchyroll Manga library on June 8, including A Silent Voice, Initial D, Cells At Work!, Princess Jellyfish, FAIRY TAIL, Land Of The Lustrous, EDENS ZERO, and more.

This next drop of Kodansha manga continues to build on the premium stories available that connect Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Manga with a seamless experience, allowing members to toggle from the pages of the manga to anime with ease in a unified platform where discovery, storytelling, and fandom connect.

Kodansha builds on Crunchyroll Manga’s growing roster of premier publishing partners, including AlphaPolis, COMPASS, MobileBook.jp, Shueisha, Square Enix, Titan Manga, VIZ Media, and Yen Press. Together, they reinforce Crunchyroll Manga as a single, seamless destination to fall in love with manga.

See the complete list of titles from Kodansha coming to Crunchyroll Manga on June 8:

  • A Silent Voice
  • Ace of the Diamond
  • Air Gear Omnibus
  • Ajin: Demi-Human
  • Alive
  • Battle Angel Alita: Last Order Omnibus
  • Cells at Work!
  • EDENS ZERO
  • FAIRY TAIL
  • Girlfriend, Girlfriend
  • Gleipnir
  • Initial D
  • Inuyashiki
  • Knights of Sidonia
  • Land of the Lustrous
  • My Little Monster
  • Noragami: Stray God
  • Princess Jellyfish
  • Rave Master
  • Shaman King
  • Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie
  • The Drops of God
  • The Wallflower
  • Witchcraft Works

Featured titles from Kodansha:

A Silent Voice (created by Yoshitoki Oima) – Years ago, Shoya Ishida led his peers in tormenting a hearing-impaired classmate, Shoko Nishimiya. When she transfers schools, Shoya finds he has gone from bully to bullied, and is left completely alone. Now Shoya struggles to redeem himself in Shoko’s eyes and to face the classmates who turned on him. 

Initial D (created by Shuichi Shigeno) – Tak Fujiwara spends a lot of time behind the wheel. His tofu delivery job sends him racing down the treacherous roads of Mount Akina, and without even realizing it, Tak has mastered racing techniques that take most drivers a lifetime to learn. Of course, none of his friends realize this. They’re all too busy watching the Akina Speed Stars, the local street racing team. When the legendary Red Suns show up to challenge the Speed Stars, it looks as if the Trueno Eight Six that has been seen racing through the mountain roads. The question remains…who’s the driver of this phantom car?

Cells at Work! (created by Akane Shimizu) – Strep throat! Hay fever! Influenza! The world is a dangerous place for a red blood cell just trying to get her deliveries finished. Fortunately, she’s not alone…she’s got a whole human body’s worth of cells ready to help out! The mysterious white blood cell, the buff and brash killer T cell, the nerdy neuron, even the cute little platelets—everyone’s got to come together if they want to keep you healthy!

Princess Jellyfish (created by Akiko Higashimura) – Tsukimi Kurashita has a strange fascination with jellyfish. She’s loved them from a young age and has carried that love with her to her new life in the big city of Tokyo. There, she resides in Amamizukan, a safe-haven for girl geeks who regularly gush over a range of things from trains to Japanese dolls. However, a chance meeting at a pet shop has Tsukimi crossing paths with one of the things that the residents of Amamizukan have been desperately trying to avoid—a beautiful and fashionable woman! But there’s much more to this woman than her trendy clothes! This odd encounter is only the beginning of a new and unexpected path for Tsukimi and her friends.

The Seven Deadly Sins (created by Nakaba Suzuki) – When they were accused of trying to overthrow the monarchy, the feared warriors the Seven Deadly Sins were sent into exile. Princess Elizabeth discovers the truth—the Sins were framed by the king’s guard, the Holy Knights—too late to prevent them from assassinating her father and seizing the throne! Now the princess is on the run, seeking the Sins to help her reclaim the kingdom. But the first Sin she meets, Meliodas, is a little innkeeper with a talking pig. He doesn’t even have a real sword! Have the legends of the Sins’ strength been exaggerated…? Prepare to get swept away by an epic fantasy story and colorful cast of characters that will rewrite the history of manga as we know it!

FAIRY TAIL (created by Hiro Mashima) – Cute girl wizard Lucy wants to join the Fairy Tail, a club for the most powerful wizards. But instead her ambitions land her in the clutches of a gang of unsavory pirates led by a devious magician. Her only hope is Natsu, a strange boy she happens to meet on her travels. Natsu’s not your typical hero—he gets motion sickness, eats like a pig, and his best friend is a talking cat. With friends like this, is Lucy better off with her enemies?

EDENS ZERO (created by Hiro Mashima) – It’s here! The creator of Fairy Tail, manga superstar Hiro Mashima, is back with a high-flying space adventure! All the steadfast friendship, crazy fighting, and blue cats you’ve come to expect…in space! A young boy gazes up at the sky and sees a streaming bolt of light. The friendly, armor-clad being at his side tells him gently, “That’s a dragon.” The fact that he’s joking isn’t important. What’s important is the look of wonder on the boy’s face…and the galaxy-spanning adventure that’s about to take place! Join Hiro Mashima (Fairy Tail, Rave Master) once more as he takes to the stars for another thrilling saga!

Land of the Lustrous (created by Haruko Ichikawa) – Land of the Lustrous is set in a far future Earth, where humanity’s distant descendants live on in a small group of sexless crystalline beings who must fight off an invasion from the Moon. In a world inhabited by crystalline lifeforms called The Lustrous, every unique gem must fight for their way of life against the threat of lunarians who would turn them into decorations. Phosphophyllite, the most fragile and brittle of gems, longs to join the battle. When Phos is instead assigned to complete a natural history of their world, it sounds like a dull and pointless task. But this new job brings Phos into contact with Cinnabar, a gem forced to live in isolation. Can Phos’s seemingly mundane assignment lead both Phos and Cinnabar to the fulfillment they desire?

Crunchyroll Brings an Immersive Pop-Up to LA This Summer!

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This summer, Crunchyroll is collaborating with Three Ten Merchandising Services, an imprint of Ceremony of Roses, to bring the extraordinary worlds of anime to life at The Loop, an all-new rotating retail destination featuring immersive activations, exclusive merchandise, collectibles, themed environments, and fan experiences inspired by the biggest entertainment brands in anime, entertainment, gaming, music and pop culture. The Loop will make its grand opening in mid-June at Westfield Topanga Mall in Canoga Park, CA, further expanding the center’s growing roster of immersive entertainment and culture-driven experiences in Los Angeles. 

The first wave of featured entertainment brands will be the fan-favorite anime series Solo Leveling, Sentenced to Be a Hero, and Bananya, available to watch now on Crunchyroll, with three additional anime activations debuting later this Summer. Visitors can expect to be transported into each anime series through three unique immersive rooms that will include captivating photo opps, audio/visual installations, iconic replica props, and more. 

  • Solo Leveling: Do you have what it takes to become a hunter? Enter the Hunters Association to test your mana levels to discover your rank, class, and skills. 
  • Sentenced to Be a Hero: Fight alongside Penal Hero Unit 9004 and join the war against the demon blight.
  • Bananya: Peel away from the action to find Bananya and its lively bunch of friends at a summer festival filled with various games and even a photo opp with an adorable plushie wall. Don’t forget to stay for the fireworks!

The retail shop will host a collection of products from each of the featured anime, ranging from apparel and figures to plush and home goods, which will be exclusively available at The Loop. Limited run Crunchyroll branded items will also be available for purchase.

General admission for the immersive experiences in The Loop is free, with a standby line when the space is at capacity. Crunchyroll subscribers will be granted special early access to the experience, with details to come. There will also be a special limited edition 3-pack of pins for $15 that features each anime series that will allow visitors to skip the line with a day-of fast pass access.

Visit DiscoverTheLoop.com for more info, and sign up for email alerts for the exact date when The Loop will officially open. Activations for Solo Leveling, Sentenced to Be a Hero, and Bananya will run until August, after which The Loop will refresh with three new anime series to be announced at a later date.

REI AMI Partners with Crunchyroll to Bring Ani-May to Life

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Crunchyroll’s latest Ani-May campaign features K-pop artist REI AMI, known as the singing voice for Zoey in the Oscar-winning KPop Demon Hunters, as she joins our month-long celebration of all things anime, with a dedicated curation of her own anime-inspired playlist on Spotify.  

REI AMI’s Anime Favorites playlist is an extension of our ongoing partnership with Spotify to place anime content outside of traditional fandom channels, leveraging artists across genres to amplify the celebration to a crowd of diverse audiences. REI AMI’s unique blend of K-pop influence and authentic love for anime allows her to create her own dynamic playlist that sparks interest and conversation to provide a unique entry point for music and pop culture fans.

Additional anime fans joining Crunchyroll throughout the month include:

  • Amber Glenn – The Olympic figure skating gold medalist showed us what anime means to her and gave fans a look into her very own “My Anime Routine.” 
  • Big Sean – The multi Grammy-nominated artist will work with Crunchyroll and step into the recording booth to learn how voice over acting works and getting to dub some of his favorite anime characters.
  • Noah Lyles – The fastest man in the world and Olympic gold medalist will be cosplaying of one of his favorite characters in celebration of Ani-May.
  • Thea Trinidad  – The wrestling superstar will also be dressing up and showing off her cosplay skills of one of her favorite anime characters.

Young Miko, BamBam, TEN, and Ethan Bortnick Join the Crunchyroll Anime Awards

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CrunchyRoll Anime Awards

Crunchyroll has unveiled a new lineup of celebrity presenters who are headed to the tenth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo. Joining the star-studded event are Thai K-pop artist BamBam, contemporary musician Ethan Bortnick, Thai K-pop singer and dancer TEN, and GRAMMY-nominated recording artist from Puerto Rico Young Miko.

These global artists join a growing lineup of celebrity anime-fan presenters shaped by anime’s influence on culture and creativity worldwide, including: Asuka Saito, RZA, Rashmika Mandanna, The Weeknd, Winston Duke, and more.

The newly announced presenters are listed below:

  • BamBam—Thai-born rapper of K-pop’s leading boy idol group GOT7.  Since 2021, BamBam has been actively expanding his career as a solo artist, showcasing various sides of his artistry, including his cheerful vocals that were not fully highlighted during his activities as a rapper in GOT7.
  • Ethan Bortnick—Contemporary musician, pianist and songwriter blending classical roots with a modern sound. His breakout singles “cut my fingers off” and “engravings” have earned over 135 million Spotify streams. Currently, Ethan is honing an artistic vision aimed at bringing classical music to the mainstream in a bold new way.
  • TEN—Thai singer and dancer with one of K-pop’s most distinctive solo careers. A member of NCT and WayV, he debuted solo in 2024 with “Nightwalker,” then topped iTunes Albums in 19 countries with his 2025 EP “Stunner,” which Billboard named one of the year’s best K-pop songs. 
  • Young Miko—GRAMMY-nominated recording artist from Puerto Rico and one of the most influential voices shaping global music today. With over 20 million monthly listeners on Spotify and more than 21 million followers across social media, she has built a massive global fanbase driven by her genre-defying sound and commanding presence.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, with the live ceremony hosted by popular entertainer Jon Kabira and renowned voice actress Sally Amaki. Beginning with the Orange Carpet Pre-Show at 5:00PM JST and main show ceremony  at 6:00PM JST, the livestream will be available for global tune-in on Crunchyroll’s Twitch, TikTok, and YouTube channels as well as the Global and Japanese Sony Group Corp YouTube Channels. The 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards will be available in 9 languages, including English, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Castilian Spanish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, and Latin Spanish. 

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards is the leading yearly awards program honoring the creators, musicians, and performances powering the global love of anime. Sony Music Solutions Inc., part of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., and Dempsey Productions will support Crunchyroll in the execution of the event. The event will be livestreamed for global audiences.

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