Culture

• 04/09/2025

Idols Meet Sibling Drama: 22/7 x The Shiunji Family Children Limited Edition Manga Launches in Bookstores

What happens when one of Japan’s most unique idol groups crosses paths with a quirky, heartfelt anime about a chaotic family of siblings? Kumazawa Shoten’s latest collaboration brings together the rising TV anime The Shiunji Family Children and digital voice-acting idol group 22/7 for a limited bookstore campaign that’s full of character—literally. With exclusive obi strip messages from each 22/7 member and in-store displays that celebrate both franchises, this event offers fans a rare chance to dive deeper into the […]

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• 04/08/2025

Nagano Aniera Festa 2025: An Outdoor Anime Music Festival with a Twist

The Nagano Aniera Festa 2025 brings anime music lovers into the heart of nature this September, offering a rare blend of live performances, Japanese pop culture, and local hospitality. Unlike typical anime conventions, this open-air event celebrates anime culture under the sky — and warmly welcomes international visitors. A Fresh Take on Anime Fandom: Welcome to Aniera Festa If you’re a fan of anime music and you’ve ever dreamed of experiencing Japan beyond the cityscape, Aniera Festa 2025 might be […]

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• 04/08/2025

Konan’s Flower Art Event at Shinobizato Brings Rainy Ninja Memories to Life

Experience the emotional world of Naruto this rainy season with “Konan’s Flower Art,” a hands-on event at Nijigen no Mori’s Shinobizato attraction. Dive into the Akatsuki lore and create your own origami bouquet — just like Konan’s gift in the anime. A Rainy Day with the Akatsuki: Dive into Shinobizato’s Samidare Festival This spring, Nijigen no Mori invites fans into the heart of Naruto’s dramatic universe with “Samidare Festival 2025.” As part of its popular Shinobizato ninja-themed attraction, the festival’s […]

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• 04/08/2025

Prince JAM! 2025: AI x Web3 Anime Contest to Launch New Creators into the Future of Animation

What happens when cutting-edge tech meets creative storytelling? Prince JAM! 2025 is set to answer that with a bold new vision for anime. This Tokyo-based short anime contest combines AI and Web3 to spotlight emerging creators who are ready to shape the future of animation. With legendary industry judges and real opportunities for commercial support, this isn’t just a contest—it’s a launchpad. Redefining Anime Through Innovation Organized by Tokyo-based media company Puri Prince, Prince JAM! 2025 will take place on […]

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• 04/07/2025

HELLO OSAKA Returns: Season 2 of the Futuristic City Anime Starts April 17

If you’ve never heard of HELLO OSAKA, now’s the perfect time to jump in. This unique short anime series, created by Hankyu Hanshin Holdings, is set in a futuristic Osaka and tells surreal, funny, and sometimes magical stories that reflect the heart of Kansai culture. The series first launched on YouTube in February 2023 and quickly gained attention for its quirky characters, sharp Kansai-style humor, and real-life landmarks featured in the background. From shopping streets in Umeda to amusement arcades, […]

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• 04/07/2025

Kochi Anikuri Festival 2025 Attracts 24,300 Fans—Is This Japan’s Next Anime Hub?

Did you ever imagine Kochi—a quiet coastal city in Japan—would become the center of anime buzz in 2025? With over 24,000 visitors flocking to the Kochi Anikuri Festival, this isn’t just another fan gathering. It’s a bold sign of how anime is driving new energy into local communities. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or curious about how Japan’s cultural powerhouses are transforming small towns, this story will surprise you—and maybe inspire your next trip. Kochi Becomes Japan’s New Anime Hotspot […]

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• 04/04/2025

Bungo Stray Dogs x Chugai Grace Cafe Collaboration Comes to Osaka This Spring!

The literary detectives are back — and this time, they’re serving up sweet treats in Osaka.Following a successful run in Shibuya, the beloved Bungo Stray Dogs x Chugai Grace Cafe collaboration is making its way to Kansai with a fresh new setting and exclusive character-inspired menu. 🍨 A Fruity Takeout-Only Cafe Experience in Namba From April 23 to May 18, 2025, fans of Bungo Stray Dogs can visit the Chugai Grace Cafe Osaka (inside Namba Marui) for a limited-time takeout […]

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• 04/04/2025

New Comic Essay on Dissociative Identity Disorder Now Available Digitally — Real Voices, Real Struggles, Real Hope

A heartfelt and eye-opening new comic essay exploring life with dissociative identity disorder (DID) is now available digitally from GODO Publishing. Titled “Comic Report: It’s Dissociative Disorder.”, the book is written by Tokin, an artist living with the condition, with expert commentary provided by psychiatrist Dr. Kenichiro Okano, professor emeritus at Kyoto University. 🧠 Lived Experience on the Page What does it really mean to live with dissociation?This isn’t a textbook — it’s a personal record. Through raw yet tender […]

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• 04/04/2025

Netflix’s Devil May Cry Anime Is Finally Here — And It’s Already Turning Heads

The wait is over. Netflix’s long-anticipated anime adaptation of Devil May Cry — based on Capcom’s iconic hack-and-slash video game series — has officially dropped today. And yes, it’s every bit as stylish, bloody, and brooding as fans had hoped. Here at Anibu, we’ve been keeping a close eye on this one. With Adi Shankar (Castlevania) as executive producer and the ultra-slick Studio Mir (The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf) handling animation, expectations were sky-high. So far, the early signs […]

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