On Saturday, October 10, 2026, a number of major announcements involving Naruto are being revealed during New York Comic Con. Japanese voice actors Junko Takeuchi (Naruto Uzumaki) and Noriaki Sugiyama (Sasuke Uchiha) are special guests during the presentation, which will stream on YouTube starting at 5:00 pm EDT (2:00 pm PDT) and running for an hour. Both voice actors appeared in a brief social media video to promote their appearance at NYCC. The event will cover new projects including the long-awaited update on four anime episodes, a movie, the future of the…

Aspiring ninjas, strap on your headbands and Naruto run to Metrotown this month for another exclusive anime pop-up from variety and lifestyle chain MINISO. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MINISO Canada (@miniso.canada) From October 10 to 30, 2026, the Naruto x MINISO pop up will take centre stage in the Grand Atrium inside the Burnaby shopping centre. The opening date also coincides with Naruto Uzumaki's birthday. It follows on the footsteps of a ONE PIECE pop-up which anchored in the same spot this past August which offered a treasure-trove of pirate-themed plushes, accessories and fan goods.

Earlier today, Crunchyroll and Toei Animation announced that the latest Dragon Ball Super series has found a home ahead of its premiere this month. Dragon Ball Super: Beerus premieres on October 11, 2026, with subtitled streaming available in Canada, the United States, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and Europe. It will also broadcast in Japan on Fuji TV. First revealed during a special Dragon Ball 40th anniversary presentation earlier this year, Dragon Ball Super: Beerus revisits the Dragon Ball Super story. The series features redone animation and an updated storyline based on the original work by Akira Toriyama.

Next week, Nintendo will host two Nintendo Direct video events, one of which is dedicated to The Legend of Zelda as it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct is scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 7:00 am PDT (10:00 am EDT) and will run for about 30 minutes. Then, a traditional Nintendo Direct will take place a day later on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, also at 7:00 am PDT (10:00 am EDT), which will contain approximately 45 minutes of content. A Nintendo Treehouse: Live will immediately follow, offering a deeper look at select titles shown in the showcase.

The Japan Anniversary Association, an official organization that certifies and registers commemorative dates for anniversaries and memorials, has added Attack on Titan to its calendar confirming the date as September 9. A special illustration with various titans drawn into nine slash nine was shared on the anime's social media accounts. Commemorative illustration marking September 9 as 'Attack on Titan Day.' Image from @anime_shingeki. September 9 was chosen as this is was the date the manga entered serialization in Kodansha's monthly Bessatsu Shonen Magazine back in 2009. Attack on Titan joins other series, such as…

An iconic anime film is returning to the big screen just in time for its 30th anniversary. Mamoru Oshii's futuristic thriller Ghost in the Shell has undergone a visual overhaul to bring out all the details in a stunning 4K theatrical release. Canadian cinema chains Cineplex and Landmark Cinemas will offer the film in both Japanese with English subtitles and the English dub starting Friday, September 18, 2026. Directed by Oshii, Ghost in the Shell based on the manga by Shirow Masamune and with a screenplay written by Kazunori Ito, music composition by Kenji Kawai, and animation production by Production I.G.

A limited screening of The Last Blossom is coming to theatres this month for two days only, according to North American distributor GKIDS. Cineplex is hosting showings of the film in Japanese with English subtitles only on Sunday, August 30, and Monday, August 31, 2026. Directed by Baku Kinoshita, in his first role as a feature film director, The Last Blossom documents an ordinary man's life as he comes to terms with his reality. Additional project staff include an original story written by Kazuya Konomoto, music by Tokyo-based band cero (members Shohei Takagi, Yu Arauchi and Tsubasa Hashimoto), with sound designer Koji Kasamatsu, animation producers Ryoichiro Matsuo and Kinue Ito, animation production by CLAP, and distribution by Pony Canyon.

Celebrate summer with a traditional Japanese festival at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre in Burnaby, on September 4 through 6, 2026. Nikkei Matsuri brings the best of Japan through food, music, cultural performances, exhibitions and a marketplace. This year, the event has expanded to offer more ways to embrace the rich customs the island nation has to offer. Highlights for 2026 include yukata rentals, an Obon dance, Mikoshi Rakuichi, Pokémon card games, and three marketplaces offering artisan crafts, anime goods, and traditional homewares, plus a Japanese used bookstore. Visitors can also experience an authentic tea ceremony, sample drinks in the Beer and Sake Garden, or grab tasty treats from the outdoor Food Truck Plaza, the Food Zone, or the indoor Nikkei Café.

Naruto fans can look forward to some big announcements this October at New York Comic Con, according to VIZ Media's social media account. A special website featuring a countdown to the presentation date of October 10, 2026, was also revealed. The date coincides with Naruto Uzumaki’s birthday. Japanese voice actors Junko Takeuchi (Naruto Uzumaki) and Noriaki Sugiyama (Sasuke Uchiha) are confirmed as guests. Topics include new Naruto projects, a roadmap for the series’ future, updates on the upcoming trading card game, and special giveaways. The panel takes place at 5:00 pm EDT on the Empire Stage at the Javits Center in New York City.

This year’s ONE PIECE DAY is coming up quickly, and Toei Animation — the studio behind the anime — has shared the full schedule online, which will stream simultaneously on YouTube. July 22 is officially recognized as ONE PIECE DAY, marking the date the manga began serialization in 1997. For 2026, the celebration takes place on Saturday, August 22, with additional events on Friday, August 21, at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. Expect panels with special guests, voice actors and musicians, as well as updates to the second Global ONE PIECE Character Popularity Poll, plus new information on upcoming projects and other goodies.

The Japanese voice cast for Bleach: Thousand‑Year Blood War welcomes a addition with Yuki Kaji voicing the Bankai form of Tenth Division Captain Toshiro Hitsugaya. Romi Park has voiced Hitsugaya since the series began in 2004, including a leading role in the 2007 film Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion. Both actors shared statements on social media. Park — who has also voiced Edward Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist and is known for her fiery humour when teased about her character's height — made playful comments about Hitsugaya’s short stature in her post…

While the Kingdom Hearts panel isn’t until tomorrow afternoon, D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event wasted no time in dropping a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV, offering a look at a new world, story snippets, and a release year. The 2017 Pixar film Coco is confirmed as a world in the game. Scenes show the plaza where Miguel and Héctor perform “Un Poco Loco” before it becomes overrun with Heartless. Sora’s appearance updates to match the Land of the Dead, and he wields a brand‑new Keyblade themed to a guitar and marigolds.

In celebrating the 25th anniversary of Kingdom Hearts, D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is hosting a special panel dedicated to the video game series on Saturday, August 15, 2026, according to social media. The panel, which will stream on the Disney YouTube channel, begins at 4:30 pm PDT (7:30 pm EDT). It’s not known what information will be shared, or whether any new details about Kingdom Hearts IV, currently under development by Square Enix, will appear. Confirmed guests include Nana Gadd, games director for The Walt Disney Company in Japan; Tai Yasue, director of…

Can’t get enough anime on the go? Crunchyroll is partnering with FORVIA to offer its extensive streaming library inside vehicles from BMW and MINI. A conceptual image of how Crunchyroll will look inside your new BMW. Image courtesy of Crunchyroll. FORVIA, through its Appning brand, is a French automotive parts manufacturer specializing in electrical and mechanical components used across nearly all major vehicle brands. This partnership allows anime fans in North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Australia to stream more than 25,000 hours of content through a secure, native connection powered by Appning’s distribution platform.

Back in theatres for its tenth anniversary, Your Name returns to the big screen with a stunning 4K remaster of director Makoto Shinkai’s defining work starting Friday, August 14, 2026. Canadian cinema chains Cineplex and Landmark Cinemas will offer the film in both Japanese with English subtitles and the English dub. Directed and written by Shinkai, Your Name was produced by Genki Kawamura, with Masashi Ando as animation director, Masayoshi Tanaka as character designer, music by RADWIMPS, and animation production by CoMix Wave Films. The Japanese voice cast features Ryunosuke Kamiki as Taki Tachibana, Mone Kamishiraishi as Mitsuha Miyamizu, and Masami Nagasawa as Miki Okudera; while in English, Michael Sinterniklaas voices Taki Tachibana, Stephanie Sheh voices Mitsuha Miyamizu, and Laura Post voices Miki Okudera.

Japanese publishing giant Shueisha has launched a new website offering more accessible manga for global fans, opening a gateway to share the medium worldwide. Manga Million was created in celebration of Shueisha’s 100th anniversary, providing many of its popular titles in over 100 languages with no registration or payment required. The initiative aims to make 1,000,000 pages of manga available, including works that have never been translated outside Japanese before. Widely spoken languages such as English, Spanish, Chinese, and Hindi are included, but so are Catalan, Hawaiian, Amharic, and Zulu, among many others.

It’s been a year since the main cast of The Legend of Zelda film was confirmed. Now, a few more actors have been revealed for the Nintendo and Sony production. Entertainment website Deadline reported that New Zealand actor Sam Neill had recorded scenes in what may be his final role, though representatives for Neill and Sony could not confirm. Neill died on July 13, 2026, at age 78. The report also stated that Australian actor Uli Latukefu was cast as the Gerudo King Ganondorf, and Dichen Lachman as Princess Zelda’s Sheikah handler Impa.

Over the August long weekend, thousands of anime and manga fans descended upon the Vancouver Convention Centre on the shores of Coal Harbour for AniRevo 2026. The three‑day convention was filled with colourful cosplay, dances, unique merchandise, expressive artwork, and standout guests. This time, I tested my AF Zoom‑Nikkor 24‑85mm f/2.8‑4D IF lens to see how it would fare at a convention, as I normally shoot with my AF‑S FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G. Its main flaw is noticeable softness around the edges unless I stop down the aperture to sharpen the frame.

Variety and lifestyle retailer MINISO is holding a ONE PIECE pop‑up at two Canadian malls throughout August and into September. Metropolis at Metrotown in Burnaby will host the pirate‑themed event from Saturday, August 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026, followed by Square One Shopping Centre in Mississauga, Ontario, from Saturday, August 8 to Sunday, September 13, 2026. MINISO will offer a trove of Straw Hat‑themed treasures, including plushes, blankets, mugs, keychains, and even an umbrella with a handle shaped like Zoro’s sword. There are also tote bags, figures, and a photo booth for selfies.

A feature film celebrating the 20th anniversary of Gintama is coming to Netflix on Thursday, August 27, 2026, according to the company’s social media. Key visual for Gintama the Movie 2026: Yoshiwara in Flames. Image from @NetflixAnime. Gintama the Movie 2026: Yoshiwara in Flames is the fourth film in the anime series adapting the Yoshiwara in Flames arc from the manga written and illustrated by Hideaki Sorachi. The movie is directed by Naoya Ando, with supervising director Yoichi Fujita, a screenplay by Taku Kishimoto, character designs by Shinji Takeuchi, and animation production by Bandai Namco Pictures.

Kohei Horikoshi has a new one‑shot manga on the way, set to publish in a special issue of Weekly Shonen Jump next month. Don’t Laugh, Shijima‑san is a full‑colour, 61‑page horror story appearing in the combined Weekly Shonen Jump 37/38 issue on Monday, August 10, 2026 according to Japanese entertainment website Oricon News. Illustration depicting the protagonists of Don't Laugh, Shijima-san by Kohei Horikoshi. Image from Oricon News. Only a single illustration has been revealed so far, showing the two main characters — a blond man and a dark‑haired woman seated on a scooter.

A year after its original premiere, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle I is now streaming on Crunchyroll and available for purchase on Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango in North America. The hit film is the first of three concluding the anime adaptation of Koyoharu Gotoge’s manga series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. North American theatrical poster for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle. Image courtesy of Crunchyroll. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, as it was known at release, opened in Japanese theatres on July 18, 2025, where it debuted at number one.

The Museum of Vancouver has selected the Canadian Video Game Museum as its player two for a special pop‑up exhibit exploring the city’s role in the video‑game industry. Press Start: A Vancouver Game History Pop‑Up highlights local contributions to an ever‑changing medium, from Electronic Arts and Microsoft to indie studios Extremely OK Games and Red Hook Studios, along with other innovators in the market. Visitors can get hands‑on experience with classic arcade systems, retro consoles, interactive demonstrations, and behind‑the‑scenes looks at how games are developed. Unlike the museum’s permanent exhibits, …

Netflix has announced two new dubs for BANANA FISH are coming to Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and France, with the premiere scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Confirmed in a social media post, Brandon McInnis will voice Ash Lynx in English, with Sébastien Baulain voicing him in French. Jonathan Tanigaki is the English voice of Eiji Okumura, with Grégory Laisné providing his voice in French. The announcement follows a controversial AI‑dub released by Amazon late last year, which drew criticism for stilted delivery, poor timing, and other issues.

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Mob Psycho 100 anime, Crunchyroll is bringing a special screening to theatres for one night only this month. On Monday, July 20, 2026, five fan‑favourite episodes, along with a new short by Bones, are being shown in theatres across Canada. Both Cineplex and Landmark Cinemas are offering the compilation in Japanese with English subtitles. Mob Psycho 100 aired 37 episodes across three seasons, from September 2016 to December 2022. It was directed by Yuzuru Tachikawa, with a screenplay by Hiroshi Seko, character designs by Yoshimichi Kameda, music composed by Kenji Kawai, and animation production by Bones.

Casting on the long‑awaited Naruto live‑action movie has begun, with a global search underway for young actors to take on the roles of Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Sakura Haruno. Lionsgate is producing the film, with Destin Daniel Cretton serving as director. Cretton, who is also directing the upcoming Marvel feature Spider‑Man: Brand New Day, said in a statement, “Kishimoto‑sensei’s stories have inspired generations of fans around the world, and it’s an honor to bring his world and characters to the big screen in live action for the very first time.”

Following the intense conclusion of the first season, Crunchyroll has announced that it has acquired streaming rights for the upcoming second season of Witch Hat Atelier. In a press release, Crunchyroll confirmed it will hold exclusive worldwide broadcast rights outside of Asia, though a premiere date not provided. A special illustration by Kamome Shirahama highlighting Agott, Richeh, Tetia, and Coco in the front, with Olruggio and Qifrey in the back. Image courtesy of Crunchyroll. A special illustration of the main cast standing before their atelier, drawn by Kamome Shirahama, was also provided.

In April of this year, it was revealed that Kagurabachi is being adapted into an anime. Now, Crunchyroll has announced that the series will stream on its platform starting in April 2027 with a new teaser showing off some gorgeous animation. It was also confirmed at the time that Katsuyuki Konishi has been cast as Togo Shiba, joining Taihi Kimura as Chihiro Rokuhira and Tomokazu Seki as Kunishige Rokuhira. Character artwork of Togo Shiba, voiced by Katsuyuki Konishi, in Kagurabachi

An English‑translated edition of HORIZON, the manga written and illustrated by Shiten Akiyama, is one step closer to reality thanks to a newcomer in the publishing world. Kodama, founded in 2025, announced on social media that it has acquired the North American publishing rights to the slice‑of‑life series. The manga is scheduled to go on sale this side of the Pacific Ocean in January 2027 in paperback only. Akiyama is active on Twitter/X and regularly engages with fans eager to support his work. He previously attempted to upload an English version to MangaDex but was instructed by his Japanese publisher, Shonen Gahosha, to stop.

WIT STUDIO’s highly anticipated remake of Eiichiro Oda’s ONE PIECE will debut worldwide on Netflix in February 2027. The newly released teaser highlights the studio’s vivid reinterpretation of the East Blue, showcasing lush ocean vistas, expressive character animation, and early confrontations that define Monkey D. Luffy’s first adventures. Season one, titled THE ONE PIECE, adapts the first fifty chapters of the manga across seven episodes, totaling approximately 300 minutes. All episodes will stream at once instead of a weekly format. Mayumi Tanaka confirmed via social media that she will reprise her iconic role as Luffy.

First announced at Jump Festa last December, a second season of SAKAMOTO DAYS is now confirmed to premiere in January 2027. A new teaser was shared on YouTube, showcasing several explosive scenes expected in the upcoming season. Taro Sakamoto, a retired hitman, and his partner Shin Asakura attempt an infiltration of the JCC (Japan Clear Creation) -- the institute where elite assassins train -- to learn more about X (Slur)’s motives. Taro Sakamoto and Shin Asakura appear in a key visual for season two of SAKAMOTO DAYS…

At long last, the premiere of the thrilling finale to Bleach: Thousand‑Year Blood War has been confirmed. Final key visual for Bleach: Thousand‑Year Blood War - The Calamity. Image from @BLEACHanimation. Social media for the series announced that the anime will air on TV Tokyo and its Japanese affiliates at 11:00 pm on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Streaming will begin an hour later at 12:00 am on Sunday, July 26, 2026. In Canada, fans can watch the anime on Disney+. The songs “I‑BULL” by jo0ji and “Rasen” by 9Lana were also revealed as the opening and ending themes, respectively.

On Wednesday, July 1st, 2026, come out and cheer on Canada. As one of the World Cup’s host countries, you can expect plenty of soccer (or football, if you prefer)‑themed celebrations happening throughout our communities. All events are free and family-friendly. Consider taking transit as road restrictions are effect for the festivities alongside the ongoing World Cup at BC Place Stadium. All TransLink services will operate on their Sunday/Holiday schedule. Royal Canadian Navy ships docked at the Shipyards in North Vancouver on July 1, 2025. Vancouver One of the region's largest celebrations is downtown at Canada Place.

Fans looking forward to the upcoming Chainsaw Man: Assassins Arc now have a new teaser video to hype them up. First announced during Jump Festa last December, the latest adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s hit manga series is well into production. However, no new information regarding its release was mentioned. Staff returning to work on the series include director Tatsuya Yoshihara, screenplay writer Hiroshi Seko, music composer Kensuke Ushio, character designer Kazutaka Sugiyama, and editor Masato Yoshitake. Animation production is by MAPPA. The Japanese voice cast was also confirmed, with Kikunosuke Totani as Denji, Shiori Izawa as Pochita, Tomori Kusunoki as Makima, Shogo Sakata as Aki Hayakawa, Fairouz Ai as Power, Karin Takahashi as Kobeni Higashiyama, Kenjiro Tsuda as Kishibe, Maaya Uchida as the Angel Devil, Natsuki Hanae as Beam, Yuya Uchida as the Violence Devil, and Saori Goto as the Spider Devil.

Summer has arrived early as Crunchyroll has unveiled its streaming slate for the season. With hot new and returning shows, the next few months are going to sizzle! Highlights this season include BLACK TORCH, Jaadugar: A Witch In Mongolia, Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3, You And I Are Polar Opposites Season 2, Clevatess Season 2, Smoking Behind The Supermarket With You, and more, alongside a handful of series continuing from their spring line-up. Continuing series from Spring 2026 Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke…

Earlier in April, VIZ Media announced that it had partnered with Fathom Entertainment to bring the first three episodes of Bleach: Thousand‑Year Blood War - The Calamity to the big screen. The catch? Only theatres in the United States were confirmed. At the time, I reached out to VIZ Media to ask whether Canadian theatres would also show these episodes but did not receive a response. It is now confirmed that Cineplex and Landmark Cinemas locations across Canada will screen the episodes in subtitled and dubbed formats starting Thursday, June 25th, 2026.

The My Hero Academia In Concert tour is going global, and the Canadian stops were just announced. Aspiring heroes here will have only two opportunities next year to experience the melodies: Vancouver and Toronto. First announced during Jump Festa last December, the concert celebrates the anime’s tenth anniversary. The tour kicked off in Japan earlier this year, with stops across the U.S. and Europe in the coming months. As with other themed concerts, a live band will perform songs set to scenes from the anime. According to the…

Fans of Yuki Tabata’s Black Clover will need to wait a few more months before the series returns in October 2026. Key visual for season two of Black Clover with note by director Ayataka Tanemura. Image from @bclover_PR. The news was shared on social media in a note from director Ayataka Tanemura, who is returning to helm the newest season. In it, Tanemura confirms he is directing again and that Asta and the others are coming back after a long break. He added that the team is “pushing the limits in production” to deliver an “even more powerful” show.

A remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 this year to mark the franchise’s 40th anniversary. The reveal was made during a Nintendo Direct presentation held on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, confirming rumours circulating on social media that a remake of the 1998 classic was under development. Considered one of the greatest games of all time, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time brought the series into the era of 3D gaming and introduced a number of elements now familiar to the franchise, including targeting and horseback riding.

The epic finale to the Final Fantasy VII Remake series is scheduled to launch in Spring 2027, according to Square Enix. Key visual for Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Image from @finalfantasyvii. Final Fantasy VII Revelation is the last in a trilogy that revisited one of revisiting one of Square Enix’s most influential video games. It is preceded by Final Fantasy VII Remake (2020) and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (2024). In the final installment, fans can look forward to a number of new features and improvements: The hybrid battle system has been further fine‑tuned; Vincent Valentine, previously an NPC, is now fully playable; Players can explore the world aboard the airship…

Storied Swiss chocolatier Läderach is opening a new retail outlet, this time in Vancouver's CF Pacific Centre mall. Hoarding in the underground downtown shopping complex shows the location opening in the Fall of 2026. A delicious selection of FrischShoggi seen at Läderach in CF Richmond Centre. Läderach has another store, their first in Western Canada, in CF Richmond Centre which first welcomed chocoholics in August 2025. The 64-year-old family-run chocolatier is known for its selection of high-end confectionery, including its famous FrischShoggi — slabs of unique creations made with fresh chocolate and a variety of fruits, nuts, and other ingredients.

Summer has already started as Crunchyroll is offering fans an opportunity to watch Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You ahead of its July premiere. A collection of 12 mini-episodes, 10 minutes in length, comprise the first six episodes of the anime. The series is scheduled to air as part of Crunchyroll's summer line-up. Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You is directed by Tadato Suzuki and Aoi Mori, with series composition written by Mio Inoue, music composition by Shin Kono and Sayaka Aoki, and animation production by Asahi Production. The Japanese voice cast features:

Nintendo is celebrating Roy Day with a new edition of Roy in its mobile game Fire Emblem Heroes. For a limited time this month, players can add Roy: Of Binding to their teams. Roy: Of Binding returns as a five‑star hero, joining the existing roster with new attributes and artwork by Susumu Kuroi, based on his appearance in the Nintendo Switch title Fire Emblem Engage. He is available exclusively through in‑game summoning. New illustration of Roy by Susumu Kuroi as he appears in Fire Emblem Heroes

First revealed at the Kaiju No. 8 panel during Jump Festa last December, an anime short detailing the workday of the First Division Captain Gen Narumi is scheduled for a Fall 2026 release. Similar in style to the 2025 short "Hoshina's Day Off", this special episode titled "Narumi's Weekday" will explore how Captain Narumi spends his workday, despite his preference for gaming over any actual work. Illustration of a very lethargic Captain Gen Narumi. Image from @KaijuNo8_O. A key visual depicts Narumi lying on a thin mattress on the floor, surrounded by empty online shopping boxes.

Anime studio MAPPA is celebrating the 10th anniversary of ice-skating series Yuri!!! on ICE not with a film, but a new illustration, commemorative Blu-ray box set and a winter exhibition. The illustration incorporates the main characters of the series with Jean-Jacques Leroy, Otabek Altin, Yuri Plisetsky, Phichit Chulanont, Viktor Nikiforov, Christophe Giacometti, and, Yuri Katsuki in the centre. Key visual showing the main figure skaters in Yuri!!! on ICE for the anime's 10th anniversary. Image from @yurionice_PR. Details on what the exhibition will contain, when and where it will take place, were not provided; further information is expected in the coming months.

Next month, downtown Vancouver is set to buzz with activity, starting with the return of the city’s favourite Japanese marketplace filled with food, artisan goods, and live entertainment. Japan Market sets up shop in the North Plaza of the Vancouver Art Gallery from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm on Saturday, June 6th, and Sunday, June 7th, 2026. Performers for this market include the Vancouver Okinawa Taiko, Kisyuu Japanese calligrapher, Rakuichi Vancouver Mikoshi, Vancouver Shitoryu Karate, Shorinji Kempo BC, GO Taiko, and World Soran!. With the first games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting a few days after the market, a soccer juggling competition is also scheduled.

The winners of the 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards were revealed during a star‑studded gala at Tokyo’s Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa on the evening of May 22nd, 2026. This year, a staggering 73 million votes—a new record—were cast over a 13‑day period in early April. The countries with the highest engagement, listed alphabetically, were Brazil, Germany, India, Mexico, and the United States. My Hero Academia Director Kenji Nagasaki accepts the award for Anime of the Year. Image courtesy of Crunchyroll. No single series swept the awards. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle…

With the tenth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards ceremony around the corner, four new musical artists have been announced ahead of the gala later this month. This year’s newest presenters include Thai K‑pop rapper BamBam from GOT7, American pianist and songwriter Ethan Bortnick, Thai K‑pop singer and dancer TEN, and GRAMMY®‑nominated Puerto Rican musician Young Miko. They join an already star‑studded lineup that includes Asuka Saito, RZA, Rashmika Mandanna, The Weeknd, Winston Duke, among others. Since its inception in 2017, the Crunchyroll Anime Awards has grown significantly from its original 12 categories to 32 as of this year.

In a surprise for Zelda fans, Nintendo has announced that the upcoming Legend of Zelda film will arrive in theatres worldwide earlier than expected. The theatrical release date has been moved up from May 7th, 2027, to April 30th, 2027. The statement was posted—first in Japanese, then in English—by Legend of Zelda creator Shigeru Miyamoto on Nintendo’s official Twitter/X account. Zelda fans are no strangers to delays across Nintendo’s family of systems. Most recently, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was originally scheduled to launch in 2022…

Train like a sorcerer in a new JUJUTSU KAISEN–themed workout programme from Crunchyroll and The Conqueror. Starting at 12:00 pm PDT on Thursday, May 14th, 2026, fans can participate in three unique challenges inspired by Gege Akutami’s hit series: the 79 km (49 mile) Cursed Vessel, the 88 km (55 mile) Unlimited Void, and the 124 km (77 mile) Chimera Shadow Garden. Participants can walk, run, cycle, or even weightlift, and upon completion will receive a special medal based on their chosen challenge. In addition, The Conqueror app features interactive maps inspired by locations from…