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Tatsuo Satou, Director of 'Kidou Senkan Nadesico' and 'Madan no Ou to Vanadis', Dies at 61

Tatsuo Satou, the acclaimed director and screenwriter behind Kidou Senkan Nadesico (Martian Successor Nadesico) and Madan no Ou to Vanadis (Lord Marksman and Vanadis), died on April 24 due to liver failure. He was 61. Animation studio Nagomi announced the news on Thursday, statin...

May 8, 7:32 PM by Syureria 12 Comments

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Hideaki Hatta, President of Kyoto Animation, Dies at 76

Hideaki Hatta, the longtime president and co-founder of Kyoto Animation, died on February 16, 2026, due to illness. He was 76. The studio announced his passing in an official statement, expressing deep gratitude for the support shown to him during his lifetime. Funeral services w...

Mar 2, 10:45 PM by Vindstot 14 Comments

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Tatsuya Nagamine, 'One Piece' and 'Dragon Ball Super' Series Director, Dies at 53

Tatsuya Nagamine, the acclaimed director behind major installments of One Piece and Dragon Ball Super, has died. The news came to light after composer Kouhei Tanaka revealed that he attended a memorial gathering for the late director at Toei Animation's Ooizumi Studio on Thursday...

Nov 13, 2025 9:44 PM by Vindstot 7 Comments

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Adapting the Pure and Earnest World of 'A Star Brighter Than The Sun'

Bringing youthful romance and emotional depth to the screen this Fall season, Taiyou yori mo Mabushii Hoshi (A Star Brighter Than the Sun)—herein referred to as Tamahoshi—adapts the beloved shoujo manga by renowned author Kazune Kawahara. Directed by Sayaka Kobayashi, animated b...

Oct 23, 2025 8:17 PM by Kineta 4 Comments

Anime Expo Staff Interview

Focus: Paru Itagaki × Science SARU Talk TV Anime 'SANDA'

When Paru Itagaki's manga SANDA came to a close in July 2024, an anime adaptation produced by studio Science SARU was also announced. If the names "Paru Itagaki" and "Science SARU" sound familiar, it's not your imagination. Itagaki's previous work, Beastars, is both highly-rated...

Jul 21, 2025 7:32 PM by Kineta 0 Comment

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Focus: Chainsaw Man's Reze Arc Takes a Leap into Theaters

For MAPPA, adaptation is never about replication, it's about reinvention. With Chainsaw Man Movie: Reze-hen (Chainsaw Man the Movie: Reze Arc), the anime powerhouse behind hits like Jujutsu Kaisen and Shingeki no Kyojin: The Final Season (Attack on Titan: Final Season), ventures...

Jul 20, 2025 10:37 PM by Vindstot 11 Comments

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'One Punch Man', 'Planetes' Art Director Shigemi Ikeda Dies at 69

Shigemi Ikeda, a celebrated art director and the founder of the background art studio Atelier Musa, died on October 13 at the age of 69, his family confirmed. Born in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Ikeda graduated from Tokyo Designer Academy's animation program (now Tokyo Net Wave) before begi...

Nov 3, 2024 9:21 PM by Vindstot 20 Comments

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'Mob Psycho 100' Art Director Ryou Kouno Dies

Ryou Kouno, the distinguished art director known for her contributions to numerous acclaimed projects, including Mob Psycho 100, died on October 23. Kouno died due to suspected gastrointestinal bleeding, according to a post shared by her nephew Akira Kouno on her official X (form...

Oct 31, 2024 10:40 PM by Vindstot 14 Comments

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A Glimpse Into the Wacky World of Dandadan

With its blend of supernatural thrills, extraterrestrial encounters, and quirky humor, Dandadan (Dan Da Dan) has become one of the most anticipated anime of the year since its debut in October 2024. Based on Yukinobu Tatsu's popular manga, the series takes viewers on a wild ride...

Oct 27, 2024 7:58 PM by tingy 5 Comments

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Romance Meets Sports: Shouya Chiba, Akari Kitou Bring Us Inside 'Ao no Hako'

With its down-to-earth yet charming cast, Ao no Hako (Blue Box) has continuously been a fan favorite in Weekly Shounen Jump since the serialization began. Combining romance and sports, a genre pairing not frequently seen in the West, the manga's main characters notably all play...

Oct 25, 2024 9:34 PM by tingy 9 Comments

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In Pursuit of Egoism: The Essence of 'Blue Lock'

Blue Lock has quickly become a standout in the sports anime genre, known for its intense action and psychological depth as it redefines the high-stakes world of soccer. With Season 2 currently airing, the series continues to capture audiences with its bold storytelling and strik...

Oct 24, 2024 10:33 PM by Kineta 6 Comments

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Yukihiro Shibutani, Art Director of 'Natsume Yuujinchou', Dies at 63

Yukihiro Shibutani, the acclaimed art director behind iconic works such as Natsume Yuujinchou (Natsume's Book of Friends) and Meitantei Conan (Case Closed), died on September 15 at the age of 63. Shibutani died in a Tokyo hospital due to complications from a long-term illness, ac...

Oct 16, 2024 9:58 PM by Vindstot 14 Comments

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Delinquents, CloverWorks, Action!! Meet the Staff Behind 'WIND BREAKER'

CloverWorks has quickly established itself as a powerhouse in the anime industry, consistently delivering visually stunning and emotionally resonant series that captivate audiences worldwide. From the psychological thrills of Yakusoku no Neverland to the comedic romance of Horim...

Aug 18, 2024 9:19 PM by Kineta 1 Comment

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Focus: 'Noragami' Team Returns to Produce 2025 Anime 'Gachiakuta'

Ten years ago, three companies came together to create the Noragami anime: publisher Kodansha, studio Bones, and producer Avex. The result was an anime series that was wildly popular both at home and abroad―Noragami is currently ranked as the 21st most popular franchise on MyAni...

Jul 19, 2024 6:03 PM by Kineta 26 Comments

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Setting the Stage: A Deep Dive Into the【OSHI NO KO】Anime

From left to right: Shimpei Yamashita, Daisuke Hiramaki, and Ciao Nekotomi The 【OSHI NO KO】 anime took the MAL community by storm during the Spring 2023 season, kicking off with an unconventional 90-minute-long episode that would launch the anime towards the top of the MAL chart...

Feb 19, 2024 6:00 PM by firefractal 6 Comments

Anime NYC Staff Interview

'The Eminence in Shadow' Interview: The Serious Comedy of Cid's Story

Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute! (The Eminence in Shadow) made its TV anime debut in Fall 2022 and—much to the surprise of its staff—quickly amassed a global fanbase. The isekai fantasy follows Cid, a reincarnated character who aims to become the most powerful figure control...

Jan 18, 2024 10:06 PM by Kineta 5 Comments

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Secrets in the Shadows, Lore in the Light: A Conversation with Kazuaki Terasawa

Kazuaki Terasawa, the director of The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 and a founding member of Studio Kafka, appeared as a guest of honor at Anime Expo 2023. We had the opportunity to sit down with Terasawa-san at the convention and discuss the upcoming continuation of The Ancient...

Sep 20, 2023 7:00 PM by firefractal 0 Comment

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Art Director Nizou Yamamoto Dies at 70

The official website of the Kaieisha art studio announced on Monday that art director Nizou Yamamoto died due to stomach cancer on August 19. He was 70. Yamamoto was born in June 1953 in Fukue-shi, Nagasaki prefecture. After studying architecture, he began his career by joining t...

Aug 21, 2023 9:31 PM by DatRandomDude 13 Comments

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Interview: George Wada Discusses Spy x Family, Wit Studio's Global Aspiration

George Wada and illustrator syo5 Wit Studio has wowed the world with many popular hits such as Shingeki no Kyojin (Attack on Titan), Vinland Saga, and Ousama Ranking (Ranking of Kings). At Anime NYC 2022, we had the opportunity to sit down with George Wada, the president of Wit...

Jan 8, 2023 2:40 AM by Vindstot 18 Comments

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Art Director Shichirou Kobayashi Dies at 89

Art Director Shichirou Kobayashi died due to congestive heart failure on August 25. He was 89 years old. Kobayashi was born in August 1932, in Hokkaido prefecture and joined Toei Animation in 1964 after graduating from Musashino Art University. In 1968, he founded Kobayashi Produ...

Sep 10, 2022 1:20 PM by DatRandomDude 21 Comments

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