The 35th annual Anime Expo concluded its four-day run in Los Angeles, drawing over 422,000 turnstile fans from more than 65 countries to the Los Angeles Convention Center and surrounding venues. Held from July 2–5, the event served as a major hub for industry-first announcements, exclusive merchandise, and panels celebrating the international influence of Japanese … Read more
The Digital Breaking Point: Why Creators are Abandoning Social Media In a move that has sent shockwaves through the manga and anime industry, Kei Urana, the visionary artist behind the hit series GACHIAKUTA, recently deleted her X (formerly Twitter) account. This departure—followed by her collaborator Hideyoshi Ando—marks a growing trend: creators are reaching their limit … Read more
The Shifting Landscape of Global Anime Recognition The recent Crunchyroll Anime Awards results have sparked a lively debate, highlighting a fundamental shift in how we categorize and celebrate the medium. When long-running staples like My Hero Academia and Demon Slayer share the stage with experimental titles, it’s clear that the industry is entering a new … Read more