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This week is packed with announcements that are sure to excite fans, ranging from beloved manga making their way to the small screen in short-form adaptations to highly anticipated new seasons and intriguing cross-franchise collaborations.
so let’s start our article.
First on our list is the quirky yuri manga “Does It Count If You Lose Your Virginity to an Android?”
by Yakinikuteishoku (Japanese title: アンドロイドは経験人数に入りますか??, Andoroido wa Keiken Ninzū ni Hairimasu ka??). WWWave Corporation’s Deregula label has revealed that this unique series is set to receive a short television anime adaptation, with a planned premiere in 2026.
Along with the announcement came the release of some enticing key visuals, offering a first glimpse into the anime’s aesthetic. The manga, which began its run in Ichijinsha’s Comic Yuri Hime magazine in July 2021, follows the life of Akane Tsuda, a 28-year-old office lady whose put-together exterior at her robotics manufacturing workplace hides a chaotic home life.
In a moment of drunken impulse, she orders an android named Nadeko to help with the cleaning, but the beautiful android that arrives has more than just domestic assistance in mind! For those interested in reading the original story, Seven Seas Entertainment is currently licensing the manga in English.
©Yakinikuteishoku, ICHIJINSHA/WWWave
Moving on to another short-form anime on the horizon, “See You Tomorrow at the Food Court,”
The anime stars:
- Hiyori Miyazaki as Wada
- Yoshino Aoyama as Yamamoto
- Saori Hayami as Saitō
- Jun Fukuyama as Duke Abel
based on Shinichirō Nariie’s manga, has given us a sneak peek with its first promotional video. Notably, the video unveiled the opening theme song, “Mikansei ni Matataite” (Twinkling Incompletely), performed by Oisicle Melonpan. This charming anime is scheduled to debut in July 2025 and will consist of six episodes. For those in Tokyo, there’s an opportunity to catch the first episode early at an advance screening on June 13 at Animate Ikebukuro’s main store.
The voice cast includes Hiyori Miyazaki as Wada, Yoshino Aoyama as Yamamoto, Saori Hayami as Saitō, and Jun Fukuyama as the intriguing character Duke Abel. The manga itself, which Yen Press is releasing in English, tells the story of an unexpected friendship blossoming between two high school girls, the reserved honor student Wada and the fashionable Yamamoto, during their daily encounters at the local food court.
Author Nariie originally launched the manga on the Comic Newtype Site in March 2020, with a hiatus before its resumption in September 2022.
For fans of the legendary gentleman thief, Lupin III, there’s exciting news
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For fans of the legendary gentleman thief, Lupin III, there’s exciting news of a new 2D anime feature film titled Lupin the IIIrd The Movie: Fujimi no Ketsuzoku (Lupin the IIIrd the Movie: Bloodline of Immortality). The official website for the franchise recently revealed a new trailer, a striking visual, and announced two guest cast members.
The film is slated for a Japanese theatrical release on June 27, 2025. The creative team includes the familiar talents of director Takeshi Koike, scriptwriter Yūya Takahashi, and composer James Shimoji, promising the stylish action the Lupin IIIrd series is known for. Joining the returning cast are Ainosuke Kataoka as Muom and Aoi Morikawa as Salifa.
This “hard action” narrative centers on Lupin’s persistent pursuer, Inspector Zenigata, as the protagonist. The story kicks off with a devastating terrorist attack at an airport in the fictional “Roviet Union,” with Lupin quickly becoming the prime suspect. However, Zenigata’s investigation soon uncovers a plot that suggests the involvement of more than one Lupin.
Sakamoto Days Anime’s 2nd Part Main Trailer Reveals Opening Song, July 14 Premiere
Switching gears to a more contemporary action series, the anime adaptation of Yuuto Suzuki’s Sakamoto Days manga is gearing up for the premiere of its second part on July 14.
A main promotional video for this continuation has been released, giving fans a taste of the new opening theme song, “Method,” by the rock band Kroi. The first part of the anime premiered on TV Tokyo and affiliated channels on January 11 and is also available for streaming on Netflix.
The series has already introduced additional cast members in its 11th episode, including Yūko Kaida as Dump, Chiaki Kobayashi as Apart, Ryōta Takeuchi as Minimalist, and Kōsuke Toriumi as Saw, hinting at more exciting characters and storylines to come in the second part.
Previously announced additional cast that appeared in the anime’s 11th episode include:
- Yūko Kaida as Dump
- Chiaki Kobayashi as Apart
- Ryōta Takeuchi as Minimalist
- Kōsuke Toriumi as Saw
In a surprising and unique crossover, the worlds of anime and live-action
In a surprising and unique crossover, the worlds of anime and live-action sci-fi collide as the Bleach and Star Wars: Andor franchises have unveiled a set of collaborative visuals.
Shared on their respective Japanese X (formerly Twitter) accounts, these images share the powerful themes of “Fighting for a cause” and “Rise up with hope!” The visuals cleverly juxtapose Cassian Andor from Andor with Uryu Ishida from Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War in similar poses, highlighting their shared determination.
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War first premiered in October 2022 in Japan and is available for streaming in the U.S. on Hulu. Fans are eagerly awaiting the fourth and final part of this adaptation, titled Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity, which is expected in 2026.
Finally, for all the sports anime enthusiasts
particularly those who enjoy a good baseball story, there’s news regarding Yūji Terajima’s Ace of Diamond Act II manga. The official website for the television anime has announced that a sequel to the 2019-2020 anime, titled Ace of Diamond Act II Second Season, is set to air in 2026.
This new season will be broadcast on TV Tokyo and other channels, with the main cast expected to return, much to the delight of fans who have followed the Seidou High baseball team’s journey.
The original Ace of Diamond manga inspired a 75-episode anime series that premiered in 2013, followed by a 51-episode second season in 2015, both of which were streamed by Crunchyroll, building a strong fanbase for this passionate high school baseball saga.
That wraps up this week’s dose of anime news! Which of these updates are you most excited about?
