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Demon Slayer Season 4
Anime News

Demon Slayer Season 4 Announced for Spring 2025 with New Director

The highly anticipated fourth season of Demon Slayer has been officially announced for Spring 2025 at the recent Jump Festa 2025 event. The upcoming season will adapt the critically acclaimed Hashira Training Arc from Koyoharu Gotouge's manga, which covers chapters 128-136 and focuses on Tanjiro and the other Demon Slayers undergoing intensive training under the Hashira.

Notable changes include Tomoko Tsuzuki taking over as series director, replacing Haruo Sotozaki who helmed the previous three seasons. Tsuzuki has a long history with the franchise, having served as an episode director on all previous seasons and as assistant director for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Mugen Train.

Studio Ufotable will continue to produce the animation, ensuring the series' signature stunning visuals and fluid action sequences are maintained. The announcement also included a teaser trailer showcasing the training sessions and hints at upcoming confrontations with the Upper Rank demons.

October 15, 2025 By Sarah Johnson 142
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One Piece
Anime

One Piece Final Arc Sets New Viewership Records Worldwide

The long-awaited final saga of Eiichiro Oda's One Piece continues to shatter records, with episode 1089 becoming the most-watched anime episode of 2025 globally, amassing over 35 million views across all streaming platforms within 24 hours of its release.

The episode, which features a pivotal confrontation between Luffy and Kaido's forces in the Wano Country, has received universal acclaim from critics and fans alike for its animation quality and emotional storytelling. Toei Animation's decision to increase production resources for the final arc has clearly paid off, with many praising the fluid action sequences and attention to detail.

This milestone further solidifies One Piece's position as the best-selling manga series of all time, with over 520 million copies sold worldwide. The final arc is expected to conclude in late 2025, marking the end of a 25-year journey for both the characters and fans.

October 14, 2025 By Michael Chen 89
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Studio Ghibli
Studio Ghibli

Studio Ghibli Announces New Film 'How Do You Live?' Coming to Theaters Worldwide

Studio Ghibli has officially announced that Hayao Miyazaki's latest masterpiece, 'How Do You Live?' (Kimitachi wa Dō Ikiru ka), will receive a worldwide theatrical release in Summer 2025. The film has already become the highest-grossing Japanese film of 2024, earning over ¥15 billion at the domestic box office since its July 2024 premiere.

Loosely based on Genzaburo Yoshino's 1937 novel of the same name, the film follows a young boy named Mahito who enters a magical world after the death of his mother. Miyazaki has described the film as a "message to his grandson" about how to live a meaningful life in uncertain times.

In a rare interview, producer Toshio Suzuki revealed that the film took seven years to complete and features over 170,000 hand-drawn frames - making it one of the most labor-intensive animated films ever created. The international release will be distributed by GKIDS in North America and StudioCanal in Europe.

October 13, 2025 By Emily Rodriguez 126
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Jujutsu Kaisen
Manga

Jujutsu Kaisen Manga Takes 1-Week Break After Record-Breaking Chapter

Shueisha has announced that Gege Akutami's Jujutsu Kaisen manga will take a one-week break following the release of chapter 236, which has shattered all previous digital sales records for the series. The chapter sold over 5 million digital copies within 72 hours of its release, making it the fastest-selling manga chapter in history.

Chapter 236 featured a shocking twist that has left fans reeling, with many taking to social media to express their reactions. The official statement from Shueisha mentioned that Akutami needs time to prepare for the upcoming arc, which is expected to be the series' final confrontation between the sorcerers and the Curses.

Jujutsu Kaisen has become one of the most popular manga series of the past decade, with over 80 million copies sold worldwide as of 2024. The anime adaptation by MAPPA has also been a massive success, with the second season currently airing to critical acclaim.

October 12, 2025 By David Kim 214
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Netflix
Streaming

Netflix Announces 10 New Anime Original Series for 2025 Lineup

Netflix has announced its most ambitious anime lineup to date, with 10 new original series set to premiere in 2025. The streaming giant continues to invest heavily in anime content, recognizing its growing global popularity and strong subscriber engagement.

Highlights of the lineup include a new original series from Academy Award-nominated director Mamoru Hosoda (Mirai, Belle), a live-action/animation hybrid adaptation of the popular manga "Pluto" by Naoki Urasawa, and a sequel to the critically acclaimed "Beastars" series. Netflix also announced partnerships with several top Japanese studios, including Production I.G, Wit Studio, and Studio Trigger.

In a statement, John Derderian, Netflix's Head of Anime, emphasized the platform's commitment to diversity in storytelling, noting that the 2025 lineup features a wide range of genres from sci-fi and fantasy to romance and slice-of-life. This announcement comes as Netflix prepares to release its highly anticipated adaptation of "One Piece" Season 2, which is scheduled for Summer 2025.

October 11, 2025 By Jessica Parker 78
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Attack on Titan
Anime

Attack on Titan Final Season Part 4 Confirmed as Series Conclusion

MAPPA has officially confirmed that Attack on Titan Final Season Part 4 will be the series' conclusion, set to air in Winter 2025. The announcement was made during a special Attack on Titan 10th Anniversary event, marking a decade since the anime first premiered in 2013.

Part 4 will adapt the final chapters of Hajime Isayama's manga, which concluded in April 2021. The season is expected to cover the remaining material from the manga's Final Arc, including the epic confrontation between Eren Yeager and the alliance of Paradis and Marley forces.

The production team has promised that the final season will deliver the same high-quality animation and emotional depth that fans have come to expect, despite the challenges of adapting Isayama's complex and controversial ending. MAPPA took over production from Wit Studio starting with Final Season Part 1, and has received widespread praise for its handling of the series.

October 10, 2025 By Thomas Wright 198
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Chainsaw Man
Manga

Chainsaw Man Volume 13 Sells 2 Million Copies in First Week

The latest volume of Tatsuki Fujimoto's Chainsaw Man has set a new record for the series, selling over 2 million copies in its first week of release in Japan. This milestone makes it the fastest-selling volume in the series' history, surpassing the previous record of 1.7 million copies set by Volume 12.

Volume 13 covers the beginning of the highly anticipated Public Safety Saga Part 2, which follows a new protagonist named Asa Mitaka alongside the returning Denji. The volume has received critical acclaim for its unique storytelling, dark humor, and Fujimoto's distinctive art style.

Chainsaw Man has become a global phenomenon since its debut in 2018, with over 25 million copies sold worldwide as of 2024. The anime adaptation by MAPPA, which aired in 2022, further boosted the series' popularity, introducing it to a new audience of international fans. A second season of the anime has been confirmed, with a release date expected to be announced later this year.

October 9, 2025 By Lisa Tanaka 103
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Comic Con
Events

Anime Expo 2025 Dates Announced, Early Registration Opens Next Month

Anime Expo, the largest anime convention in North America, has announced its dates for 2025: July 3-6, 2025, returning to the Los Angeles Convention Center. The event is expected to attract over 200,000 attendees from around the world, making it one of the largest pop culture conventions globally.

Early bird registration for Anime Expo 2025 will open on November 15, 2024, with special discounts available for fans who register before January 31, 2025. The convention will feature a wide range of activities, including industry panels, autograph sessions with voice actors and creators, cosplay contests, and a massive exhibit hall with hundreds of vendors.

Organizers have hinted at several major announcements planned for the event, including new anime series, film premieres, and exclusive merchandise. Previous years have seen major announcements from studios like Crunchyroll, Funimation, and Aniplex, making Anime Expo a must-attend event for anime fans and industry professionals alike.

October 8, 2025 By Alex Johnson 64
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