The first volume of 'TS Tensei Bishoujo Nekotora Reiko wa Netoraretai' was released on June 11, 2026, and the series continues serialization on Square Enix's Gangan Online.
The manga 'TS Tensei Bishoujo Nekotora Reiko wa Netoraretai' is a niche gender-swap reincarnation story with NTR themes, serialized on Square Enix's Gangan Online platform. Its first collected volume went on sale June 11, 2026, marking the series' first physical release. The volume is available in both print and digital formats, with Melonbooks offering an illustration card as a purchase bonus for the physical edition, while the digital version includes illustration data.
The series follows a gender-swapped reincarnated man who plots to cuckold his childhood friend. The release signals continued demand for taboo-themed reincarnation manga on major platforms. No further volumes, anime adaptations, or other media expansions have been announced in the provided stories.
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A pop-up shop for the smartphone game Mahoyaku will run at select Loft stores from August 1, 2026. The event theme is everyday life, with new full-body illustrations of the magicians eating (Happy Mealtime) and mini-character art (Goku Goku Time!). A collaboration with hairbrush brand Tangle Teezer is also part of the lineup.
The spin-off mini-drama 'Kamen Rider Zetts SERIES OF SISTER'S SUBSTORY Agent Minami' concludes with 'Last Mission' streaming on Toei Tokusatsu Fan Club from July 19. An audio commentary for the TV series episode and a new 'Zetts Anime' episode are available now for members.
On July 12, 2026, at the Esports World Cup in Paris, France, Japanese esports team UNLIMIT won the Apex Legends Global Series Year 6 Split 1 Playoffs. The roster of players Yurariman, Xtsuvi, and Peace defeated fellow Japanese team ZETA DIVISION in the final match of the Match Point Finals, securing the championship in the 10th match. This is the first time a team composed entirely of Japanese players has won an international Apex Legends tournament. Peace was named tournament MVP. UNLIMIT advanced directly from the group stage to the finals, struggled early in the finals, then won three consecutive matches starting with Match 7, where they eliminated Sentinels, who had match point. The tournament gathered 40 teams from regional pro leagues across Americas, EMEA, APAC North, and APAC South. Nine Japanese teams participated, including ZETA DIVISION, REJECT, and ENTER FORCE.36. With this win, UNLIMIT made progress toward qualifying for the ALGS Year 6 Championship in Sapporo in January 2027.
The official Yu-Gi-Oh! OCG account released a short video on July 10 in which Joey Wheeler narrates the next episode preview 'Joey Dies' from episode 128 of Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. Originally narrated by Téa Gardner, the preview is known for its spoiler-heavy content, having shown Téa pleading 'Please, don't die, Joey!' before the title card. In the new video, Wheeler himself delivers the preview, announcing his own crisis with a notably upbeat tone. The video promotes the BEYOND THE BRAVE theme, scheduled for release on July 18, which features cards reminiscent of cards Wheeler has used. Fan reactions in the comments section include 'What is this?', 'What perspective is this?', 'Self-contained', and 'You don't have to say it with such enthusiasm.' The clip is part of the Yu-Gi-Oh! OCG Times short video series and marks an official acknowledgment of the infamous preview as a joke.
Bandai Spirits released five new Plano-saurus model kits from the Gachikoseibutsu-bu line on July 11, 2026. The lineup includes Tyrannosaurus 1915 and Spinosaurus 1915, which recreate outdated scientific reconstructions, plus a Pachyrhinosaurus with optional horn parts. Two Tyrannosaurus variants feature tropical rainforest and snowy region color schemes, the latter using a new Mineral Injection technology to simulate snow. All kits are snap-fit, no-tool, and include a display base.
The Amazon Kindle manga bestseller ranking for July 10, 2026, shows Hunter x Hunter volume 39 holding the top spot for a second consecutive week. New volumes of Yomi no Tsugai, Mahōi Rex no Hentai Karute, and The Fable: The Third Secret chart alongside other popular series. Pre-order and sale titles are also noted.
A pop-up store for the TV anime Osomatsu-san will open on July 24, 2026, featuring new illustrations of the sextuplets in a 'Blooming Flower' theme with flower crowns and bouquets. The store will sell a range of goods including can badges, clear files, acrylic stands, T-shirts, chibi items, and character motif rings. A purchase bonus of a postcard is offered for every 2,000 yen spent.
Bandai Spirits' S.H.MonsterArts line is releasing a figure of Evangelion Unit-01 'G' Awakened Form from the Godzilla vs. Evangelion collaboration. Pre-orders start July 10, 2026, at the Tamashii Web Shop for 17,600 yen, with shipment in December 2026. The figure features new molds, Godzilla-inspired dorsal fins and tail, and a radioactive heat ray effect part.
ABEMA is broadcasting two Pokémon films today, July 12, as part of a free sequential run of all 24 theatrical Pokémon films over four weekends. The 2019 3DCG remake 'Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back-Evolution' and the 2020 'Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle' air starting at 10:15 a.m. on the Anime 'Pokémon' Channel 2.
Hatsune Miku and Hoshimachi Suisei will appear at the ceremonial first pitch of the Chiba Lotte Marines vs. Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks game on July 20, 2026 at ZOZO Marine Stadium. The appearance is tied to a new CM for Lotte's Coolish and Sou brands, released July 3, featuring the song 'Blue's Nest' by Tatsuya Kitani with character design by Kope Nishiki. A collaboration hotel room and train jack are also planned.
Bandai is taking pre-orders for a new gashapon set titled Hatsune Miku Machibouke. The set includes four deformed figures of Hatsune Miku, Kagamine Rin, Kagamine Len, and KAITO, each with a sad expression and sitting pose. The concept is "always waiting for you." Each figure costs 400 yen. Pre-orders close July 23, 2026, with shipping expected in October 2026.
Crunchyroll announced the English dub cast and staff for the television anime of Hekiru Hikawa's Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life. The same-day dub will premiere on July 11, with Kelly Greenshield and Mauricio Ortiz-Segura among the cast. The anime debuts on Japanese TV and streams on Crunchyroll in multiple regions. LIDEN FILMS handles animation production.
BugBlio Studio's co-op roguelike action game LightSup! has begun a playtest on Steam. The top-down game supports up to four players via Remote Play Together, with procedurally generated dungeons, character upgrades, and card choices that bring blessings or nightmares. The full game is planned for release on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The playtest runs until July 26.
The upcoming Kamen Rider Zetts film has released the character visual and a character movie for Kumon Soma, played by M!LK member Sono Shunta. Soma is a cold strategist who transforms into Kamen Rider Mugen, a dark rider aiming to turn reality into a daydream world. The film opens July 24 as a double feature with Ultra Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity.
Sega and Colorful Palette released a full-size 2DMV for the Sekai version of '1000-Nen Ikiteru' (lyrics and composition by Iyowa) on the Project Sekai official YouTube channel. The video features Megurine Luka and Wonderlands×Showtime performing the song. Players can also unlock the track as a playable rhythm game song by exchanging Music Cards at the in-game Music Shop.
The Nintendo eShop and PlayStation Store are running summer sales through July 15, offering deep discounts on several critically acclaimed titles. Sucker Punch's Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT is available for 3,649 yen on PS5 and PS4, a 58% discount, with a standalone PS4 version priced at 2,504 yen. The NieR Bundle, which includes NieR: Automata Game of the YoRHa Edition and NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139..., is 60% off at 4,840 yen, down from 12,100 yen. Triangle Strategy, the HD-2D simulation RPG from Square Enix and Artdink, is discounted to 3,072 yen on both Switch and PS5, also 60% off. The articles also mention 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim in their headlines, though no specific sale details are provided in the body text. The sales are timed to coincide with summer vacation periods in Japan, when players have more time for lengthy single-player experiences.
New merchandise for the theatrical anime Gridman Universe will launch at eeo Store Ikebukuro Main Store from August 22 to September 3, 2026. The Time Slip ver. theme features the heroines in childlike forms, with newly drawn illustrations by character designer Masaru Sakamoto. Products include can badges, acrylic cards, stickers, and stands, with purchase bonuses available.
The butt-battle action game Ketsu Battler will launch its Series 2 major update and DLC character Kiden on July 30. Details will appear in the August issue of CoroCoro Comic on July 15. The franchise also has a manga adaptation that ranked third in the 2026 Manga Ranking We Want to See Animated.
GRYPHLINE will release the Wuling Kessen Chapter Core Version 'Mukouyuki' for Arknights: Endfield on July 16. The update adds the largest-ever new maps, two new ★6 operators Okugi and Rino, and a new boss. A collaboration with crane game brand GiGO begins July 17, and a Fortnite collaboration starts August 15, featuring a Perica costume. The update also includes half-anniversary campaigns.
Ai Tsubura, regular on TV Shinshu's late-night variety show 'MSA no Yattamon Gachi,' held a release event for her second DVD 'Ikenai Juujun' on June 27 at Sofmap AKIBA. The 123-minute DVD, priced at 4,400 yen, arrives two years after her first. She played a super sadistic high school student in the opening scene, with other chapters including a morning wake-up, a bathroom scene, and an OL outfit. Her bust increased from G to I-cup.
The main poster visual, main trailer, and story for V Cinema Next 'Kamen Rider Kabuto: 20th - Heir to the Sky' have been unveiled. The theme song 'NEXT LEVEL Pass the tofu Version' is performed by Yuki Sato, Hidenori Tokuyama, and Kazuki Kato, their first vocal collaboration in 20 years. The film will screen in theaters from November 6, 2026, with a Blu-ray/DVD release on February 10, 2027. An experiential event 'Kamen Rider Kabuto World 20th CAST OFF' will be held starting September 19, 2026.
Publisher Flashlight Games and developer Death Guild have postponed the release of 'The Brave Party Was Annihilated' from July 22, 2026 to the fourth quarter of 2026. The team cited a need for final adjustments to improve overall feel and battle balance. A new demo version is planned to gather user feedback. The game is a roguelite dungeon exploration adventure where players choose one quirky hero to escape a dungeon.
King Records announced a robot anime orchestral concert for October 24-25 at Tokyo's Nippon Seinenkan Hall, marking the 45th anniversary of the Starchild label. Performers include Maya Ayukawa, Hiroko Moriguchi, Chihiro Yonekura, Yumi Matsuzawa, and angela. The program will feature songs from Mobile Suit Gundam, Heavy Metal L-Gaim, Martian Successor Nadesico, and Fafner in the Azure, with a two-day format and ticket pre-sales starting July 11.
The Beppu City Public Enterprise Bureau revealed character details for Kiyama (CV: Sho Nogami) and Kamado (CV: Katsuyuki Konishi) in the 'Jigoku Korin' IP project. Kiyama, known as 'Crocodile Hell,' is whimsical and impulsive, while Kamado is a gentle but fearsome leader. A voice drama premieres July 10.
Hoshimachi Suisei will throw the ceremonial first pitch at the July 20 baseball game between the Chiba Lotte Marines and Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks at ZOZO Marine Stadium. Hatsune Miku will appear on the stadium's video screens to cheer during the ceremony. The appearance is tied to a new commercial for Lotte's Coolish and Sō products, in which both sing the song "Ao no Sumika" by Tatsuya Kitani. The commercial was released on July 3. Additional promotions include a collaboration room at Lotte City Hotel Kinshicho and a train jack on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. Suisei commented, "I'll aim for a blazing fastball!!" The game starts at 17:00, with doors opening at 15:00 and the first pitch scheduled around 16:40. The event is part of Lotte's sponsored game day titled "A cold, blue summer has arrived. Coolish & Sō DAY." Crypton Future Media, the company behind Hatsune Miku, announced the appearance.
Bandai Namco Entertainment America released a new trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, showing the game's modes. The soccer game launches August 28 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Pre-orders include cosmetic bonuses and an Early Unlock Pack. The game features 22 national teams and over 110 characters.
In episodes 13-14 of Ramparts of Ice, Koyuki finally acknowledges her feelings for Minato, while Yota confesses his long-held love to Miki, who panics and avoids him. The cheer squad episode provides a moment of camaraderie, but the love triangle with Momoka continues to complicate matters. Both main couples stand on the verge of change.
The standard edition DVD and Blu-ray for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Arc Chapter 1: Akaza Returns will be released at Lawson stores on July 29, 2026, with a Lawson-exclusive bonus set of three smartphone stickers featuring Tanjiro Kamado, Giyu Tomioka, and Akaza. The film was the only Japanese work nominated for Best Animated Feature Film at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. The animation is produced by ufotable.
The second wave of the Jujutsu Kaisen 5th anniversary pop-up shop will run from July 18 to August 23, 2026, at Shibuya MODI and Kobe Marui. Newly drawn illustrations of Satoru Gojo, Suguru Geto, Yuta Okkotsu, and Toge Inumaki in suits will be featured on a range of goods, including acrylic stands, tapestries, and badges. A purchase bonus illustration card will be given for purchases of 3,000 yen or more.
Independent developer Renka announced the mystery visual novel 'Ren: Kujūshima Warabebuta Serial Murder Memorandum' for Steam on July 28, 2026. The game is set on an isolated island where a crime notice is given via a children's song and seven geniuses gather. It features classic locked room mysteries, astrology, and a puzzle of flesh and blood. Renka has released five games in 2026 so far.
The Chiba Lotte Marines will host a sponsored game day on July 20, 2026, featuring Hoshimachi Suisei and Hatsune Miku. Suisei will throw the ceremonial first pitch before the game against the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, while Miku will appear on the stadium vision. Suisei said she aims for a fastball and will cheer the crowd.
Toei Animation's Eterna Animation brand short film FOXING: Kitsuné-tsuki will screen at three festivals, including a competition slot at Fantasia IFF for the Satoshi Kon Award for Excellence in Animation. The film follows character designer Shinano as she encounters her discarded creations. Takeru Shinozuka makes his commercial directorial debut, writing and designing the characters. The short also screens at Indy Shorts Film Festival and RIFFA. Eterna Animation launched this year for Toei's 70th anniversary, focusing on original works.
The August issue of Shueisha's Ribon magazine announced on July 3 that manga authors Nana Haruta and maki will launch a new manga titled Sugarless Romance in the magazine's September issue on August 3. Haruta is credited for the original story, and maki is drawing the manga. Haruta previously ended her Tsubasa to Hotaru manga in 2017. The love comedy centers on first year high school student Aoi Nanase, who is determined to have a wonderful high school romance.
Kadokawa CEO Takeshi Natsuno retained his positions as CEO and board member after receiving enough votes at the company's 12th annual general meeting on Wednesday. Oasis Management, Kadokawa's largest shareholder with a 15.25% stake, had called for his removal, citing declining profitability since 2021. Kadokawa argued that removing Natsuno without a successor would disrupt reform efforts.
SAT-BOX released 'Tsukutte! Kakigōri' on July 9 for Nintendo Switch and Steam. The cooking action party game has players running a shaved ice shop, shaving ice, adding syrup and fruit, and serving orders. It includes Score Attack, Battle mode with up to 4 local players, and online rankings. The regular price is 700 yen, with launch sales on both platforms.
A review of the indie game "Look Outside" examines its core mechanic-looking out a window leads to death-and draws parallels to the biblical idea that seeing God is fatal. The reviewer connects the game's title to the sun, the most interesting thing humans cannot look at directly, and argues the game functions as a meditation on curiosity and the divine.
ANYCOLOR announced on July 8, 2026, that a new line of merchandise themed around cherries, called Cherry Cherish, will go on sale at the Nijisanji Official Store starting July 9 at 18:00 JST. The lineup features six Nijisanji livers: Mito Tsukino, Kaede Higuchi, Yuka Shiina, Ririmu Makai, Meruto Kuramochi, and Berry Saotome. Eight product types are available, including glitter acrylic stands at 2,000 yen each, random heart-shaped can badges at 600 yen, random Cheki-style cards at 350 yen, sticker sets at 1,200 yen, cherry key holders at 2,000 yen, mini pouches with carabiners at 2,200 yen, sitting plushies from the Nijinui Goods series at 3,500 yen, and twin key holders from the Nijipuppet Customize series at 3,000 yen. Full-body visuals were illustrated by Chie Maeyama, and chibi characters by Tokaretamatama. Shipping is scheduled from mid-July 2026 onward. Purchase limits apply per item.
The Japanese-dubbed version of Steven Seagal's action film 'Shadow of the Stealth' will stream for free on the Cinefil WOWOW Plus YouTube channel for two weeks starting July 10. Akio Otsuka voices Seagal's character John Sands, with a cast including Masaki Aizawa, Hiroshi Ito, and Katsuyuki Konishi. The film is the 13th entry in the 'Silence' series.
Sega announced a livestream for Sakatsuku 2026 on July 14 at 20:00 JST. The broadcast will reveal the Ver2.1 update contents and half-anniversary information. Producer Katsuya Hisai, director Masatsune Funakoshi, and MC Neontetra Seika will appear, along with a video message from PV actress Yuka Kageyama.
SEGA announced a new Pickup Club SCOUT for Sakatsuku RTW on July 8, featuring 11 new ★5 players from North and Central America, including Christian Pulisic, Raul Jimenez, and Jonathan David. The scout runs until July 29. Concurrently, the World Stars Campaign Part 3 offers free daily 10-pulls and ticket scouts, with login bonuses and panel missions. The campaign runs through July 22 for free scouts and July 29 for login bonuses.
Sega and Colorful Palette released the full-size 2DMV for 'Gimme more!' (Sekai ver.) on the official Project Sekai YouTube channel on July 8, 2026. The song, sung by Hatsune Miku and MORE MORE JUMP! with lyrics and composition by Merokuru, is also available in-game from the 'Present' function.
Bandai Namco Filmworks announced a television anime adaptation of Jun Wakatsuki's manga Promise Me the Spotlight, with a teaser visual and a celebratory illustration from Wakatsuki. The story follows a devoted fan who vows to make his favorite idol the center of her group, Melty Strawberry.
Campfire Games will release Update 200 for War of Rights on July 17, 2026. The milestone update introduces a cavalry system developed over four years, adding mounted and dismounted cavalry units, horse gaits, and a stable customization menu. A public test is now live on the official test server.
Tsumi Juubatsu, a performer from KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO's Shoujo Kakumei Keikaku unit, will appear at the DJ event GOLD DISC on July 11 at ZEROTOKYO in Shinjuku Kabukicho. It is their first performance since last November. The lineup also includes HONK THE HORN making their debut at the event.
Anime News Network published a five-part roundup of Tanabata greetings from across the anime, manga, and video game industries on July 7, 2026. The collection includes wishes and illustrations from official accounts for series such as Bungo Stray Dogs, Detective Conan, My Hero Academia, Sakamoto Days, Doraemon, Chibi Maruko-chan, Hell's Paradise, and Dragon Quest. Video game franchises like Final Fantasy, Monster Hunter, and Like a Dragon also participated, alongside creators including Hideo Kojima, Yuki Kaji, and Shoko Nakagawa. Several series tied their posts to new releases: the second season of Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers premiered on July 7, My Happy Marriage released a special Tanabata illustration and announced a three-episode special for 2026, and My Stepmother and Stepsisters Aren't Wicked began airing on July 8. The roundup also features greetings from manga titles like Chiikawa, MARRIAGETOXIN, and Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You, as well as from studios Tatsunoko Production and Square Enix.
Good Smile Company announced Hatsune Miku: Starry Party on July 5, a party action game for up to six players featuring Nendoroid-style virtual singers. It is planned for release in 2027 on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch 2. The trailer shows Hatsune Miku, Kagamine Rin, Kagamine Len, Megurine Luka, MEIKO, and KAITO on a floating island.
Creative Intelligence Arts posted the first update on Project Phoenix in seven years, revealing the game is still in development after raising $1.02 million via Kickstarter in 2013. The developer apologized for the long silence, cited staff departures as the main cause of delays, and now targets a 2031 release.
The Harvey Awards announced nominees for the 2026 ceremony, with five anime and manga-related projects nominated for Best Adaptation from Comic Book/Graphic Novel. The Best Manga category includes seven titles. The winners will be announced at New York Comic Con on October 9.
Designer Shingo Kurono and graphic designer Katsuhiro Uto will hold a talk event on July 11 at the 1-1-6 gallery in Tokyo, coinciding with Kurono's solo exhibition 'POST BRANDING.' The exhibition runs July 4-12 and reconfigures a previous Berlin show, displaying work from Kurono's decade since independence. The talk is free for the first 20 attendees.
TheOASG Podcast Episode 247, released July 7, 2026, covers the late-June license announcements and the flood of acquisitions at Anime Expo 2026. Hosts Justin and Helen run through dozens of new manga and light novel licenses from J-Novel Club, Seven Seas, and Kodansha, plus a GKIDS home media release and a Suehiro Maruo work from Bubbles Zine.