Re-Release Confirmed for Gunpla Kit of Gundam Unicorn’s Efreet Schneid
Pre-orders have officially opened for the highly anticipated reissue of a popular Gunpla kit based on Gundam UC.
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PetitCure: Precure Fairies Season 3 Begins Streaming March 26
The official website for PetitCure: Precure Fairies has announced that the spin-off short anime series is set to return for a third season on March 26, 2026.
The Food Diary Of Miss Maid New Trailer Features Ending Theme Song
The official website for the anime adaptation of The Food Diary of Miss Maid has debuted a second trailer featuring the ending theme song Shiawase Flavor performed by ARCANA PROJECT.
Vertex Force Original TV Anime Officially Announced
Aniplex has officially announced a new original television anime project titled Vertex Force, which is slated for release later in 2026.
Bandai Announces Re-Release of Popular Char’s Counterattack MSV Gunpla Kit
Bandai Hobby has opened pre-orders for the highly anticipated reissue of a popular Gunpla kit based on a mobile suit from the 1988 film “Char's Counterattack”.
One Piece’s Mother’s Day Chocolate Collab Returns for 2026 with New Illustrations
Japanese confectionery manufacturer Lotte has announced the return of an annual collaboration between the hit anime franchise One Piece and their popular brand Ghana Chocolate.
Bandai Unveils New Recirculation Color Nu Gundam Gunpla Kit
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Bandai Hobby has opened pre-orders for an exciting new Gunpla kit based on one of the most famous mobile suits in the legendary mecha franchise.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba ‘Valentines & White Day Chocolate’ Themed Cafe 2026
The popular TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba will launch the With me period of its Valentine and White Day event at ufotable Cafe and Machi Asobi Cafe starting March 10, 2026.
Square Enix Unveils New Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Merchandise
Square Enix has officially announced a new line of celebratory merchandise to honor the upcoming 40th anniversary of the legendary Dragon Quest franchise.