Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Movie Release Date Revealed
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is coming to UK theaters on September 12, 2025. Get the latest details on the epic trilogy here!
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Anime Recommendations for Understanding Japanese Culture
If you want to watch anime for the purpose of educating yourself about all things Japan, it’s helpful to read our anime recommendations.
Solo Leveling Season 2 English Dub Premieres on Crunchyroll
Discover everything about Solo Leveling Season 2, including release date, characters, English dub, and Crunchyroll streaming.
Crunchyroll Debuts Trailer for Attack on Titan Movie: The Last Attack
Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK movie hits UK & Ireland cinemas Feb 26-27, 2024. Epic finale details here!
Top Anime Couples: Love Across Genres and Timelines
Love transcends timelines and genres in anime, delivering unforgettable moments of connection, growth, and sacrifice. From playful banter to profound devotion, these couples captivate hearts with their iconic stories.
Top 10 Mecha Anime To Add To Your Watch List
Discover the ultimate list of Top 10 Mecha Anime! Explore thrilling battles, iconic robots, and gripping stories in this must-read guide.
Cyberpunk Cities in Anime: High Tech, Low Life
Take a trip to iconic cyberpunk cities in anime, from Neo-Tokyo to New Port City, and their influence on the high-tech, low-life aesthetic.
10 Iconic Female Characters in Studio Ghibli Films
Celebrate the iconic female Studio Ghibli characters who bring strength and heart to every film. Discover the inspiring women of Ghibli today!
Tokyo Godfathers – An Animated Delight
With the holiday season quickly approaching, we revisit one of the best movies to ever embrace the festive spirit: Tokyo Godfathers!
Look Back: Movie Review
The long anticipated adaption of Look Back has finally reached theaters, join us as we dive into this complex and fascinating story.
The Colours Within – A Charmingly, Candy-coloured Film
Discover The Colours Within, a charming film about friendship, music, and self-discovery from director Naoko Yamada.
Top 15 Sci-Fi Cyberpunk Anime Movies To Watch
The Cyberpunk genre is a classic, and since its humble beginnings, has evolved into an always compelling inspiration for anime.
10 Epic Tearjerker Anime Moments
We all have favorite moments in Anime! They make us laugh, and they can bring those beautiful Tearjerker Anime moments that we all love…
Facing Conflict and Grief With The Boy and The Heron
Explore The Boy and the Heron, Hayao Miyazaki’s latest animated film, blending magical realism with poignant themes of grief and acceptance.
Best 80s Anime Shows To Watch for Nostalgia
80s anime is often seen as the medium’s golden age, where the shows that emerged revolutionised the modern anime we know now.
The Best Isekai Anime That You Can Watch
Dive into the world of Isekai anime, packed with epic OP characters and mind-blowing tropes. Explore our list of our favourite Isekai anime out there.
The Culinary Magic of Studio Ghibli Food: Bringing Anime Food to Life
Explore the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli food, from iconic scenes to real-life recipes and anime food magic.
The Chainsaw Man Box Set Collector’s Edition
Crunchyroll reveals the limited Chainsaw Man box set, including a Deluxe Blu-ray™ & Vinyl Collector’s Edition, exclusive to MCM Comic Con.
Top 10 Shōnen Anime Tropes: Character Archetypes, Friendship, and Action
Read more at Japan Nakama to discover our 5 favorite anime tropes that we have grown to love (most of the time)!
Best Anime Openings Curated by Crunchyroll
Explore Crunchyroll’s curated best anime opening music playlist on Spotify. Explore songs that capture the essence of your favourite anime.
Anibox: Your Go-To Anime Subscription Box!
Discover why anime fans subscribe to Anibox, the ultimate anime subscription box packed with exclusive anime merch, Japanese snacks & more!
Top 10 Best Romance Anime To Watch
Discover the top 10 romance anime loved by fans worldwide. Dive into the best anime love stories and find your next favorite romance anime.
Sports Anime To Watch for the 2024 Olympics
Discover the top sports anime on Crunchyroll! Stream inspiring, action-packed series and elevate your viewing experience today. Read more!
12 Reasons to Watch My Hero Academia
If you can’t decide on an anime to watch next or to add to your watch list, you might want to consider checking out My Hero Academia!
Unleash the Demon Slayer Swordsmith Village Arc
Get ready for action-packed anime battles as Demon Slayer Swordsmith Village Arc, now available in English dub on Crunchyroll.
Demon Slayer Movie Trilogy Hits Crunchyroll
Discover the epic conclusion of the Demon Slayer with a trilogy of movies coming to Crunchyroll with Demon Slayer Infinity Castle arc.
Crunchyroll Anime Recommendations: Summer 2024
Discover our top 10 anime recommendations to watch this summer on Crunchyroll with our detailed guide. Find out more.
Vinland Saga Anime: Stunning Landscapes and Epic Battles
Uncover the visual appeal of Vinland Saga Anime in Seasons 2 & 3! Experience captivating landscapes, dynamic battles, and symbolic imagery. Read more!
Crunchyroll Ani-May 2024: Merch & More
Discover Crunchyroll’s Ani-May 2024 event with free streaming, exclusive merch, and Anime of the Year JUJUTSU KAISEN goodies!
The Environmental Messages in Miyazaki’s Studio Ghibli
Explore the dreamy world of Studio Ghibli art and uncover the profound environmental messages woven into their iconic movies.
Discover the Strongest Bleach Anime Characters
Dive into the world of Bleach anime characters, including the most powerful ones from the Thousand Year Blood War saga.
Top 10 Anime for the Spring 2024 Season
Discover the top 10 anime for the exciting Spring 2024 season on Crunchyroll, featuring thrilling adventures and heartwarming stories.
Watch the Dragon Ball Series on Crunchyroll
Explore and watch the iconic Dragon Ball series on Crunchyroll with both subbed and dubbed versions available from Februrary 2024.
Blue Eye Samurai Season 2: What to Expect
Experience the resurgence of Blue Eye Samurai Season 2! Dive into the eager anticipation around the release date, and expansions in London.
Project X Paris x Crunchyroll: JUJUTSU KAISEN Drop
Explore the Exclusive JUJUTSU KAISEN Collection by Project X Paris – A Must-Have for Anime Enthusiasts in collaboration with Crunchyroll.
Helen McCarthy Interview: Co-Author of Anime Encyclopedia
Explore Anime’s Evolution and Influence and Related Questions with Helen McCarthy. Join Our Event on September 26 for In-Depth Insights!
The Art History of Anime with Helen McCarthy
Learn more about The Art History of Anime with Helen McCarthy as we delve into the ins and outs of this iconic medium of animation
The Impact of Luffy’s Gear 5 on the Anime Industry
In this article, we will delve into the extraordinary impact of Gear 5 in the anime industry and the reaction of fans following the episode.
Favourite Anime Series Added to Crunchyroll
Discover Crunchyroll’s latest addition of fan-favorite anime series to its free AVOD catalogue. Watch now for free!
The Tragic Tale of Suguru Geto: His Descent into Darkness
Delve into the tragic tale of Suguru Geto, exploring why he became evil. Uncover the factors that led to his transformation.
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2: A Thrilling Dark Fantasy Continuation
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2 is set to kick off on July 6th, captivating anime enthusiasts with its enthralling storyline and stunning visuals.
Death Note Manga and Anime: A Study of Justice and Power
Explore the gripping moral dilemmas of Death Note: where justice clashes with power, and every decision blurs the line between hero and villain.
Crunchyroll & HMV Team up for Animay Celebration
Crunchyroll has announced a partnership with HMV, the iconic music and pop-culture retailer in the United Kingdom for “Animay”.
Anime Prints You Need Right Now
Explore Japan Nakama’s range of unique and trending anime prints in this blog! Choose from Ghibli, Naruto, Demon Slayer and more posters.
Football in Anime: Japan’s Passion for the Game
Japanese anime comes in all shapes and forms. Yet, no one thinks about Japanese football anime as being a popular genre. Read more.
How Demon Slayer’s Cultural Impact Made it the Top Anime?
With its 2019 premiere, Demon Slayer was an overnight sensation. The reason? Demon Slayer’s cultural impact subverts the expectations
Who Wins an Attack on Titan Battle Royale?
We wondered: What if there was a battle royale where Attack on Titan’s titans all had to fight to the death instead?
Top 10 Strongest Shounen Characters of All Time
We’ve prepared the list of the top 10 strongest shounen characters of all time based on the criteria we have come up with above. Read more
Berserk’s Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
After Kentaro Miura, creator of the series Berserk, passed away. Fans were at a loss for words wondered what would happen to its future
The Best Anime to Watch while Studying/Working
When we need to concentrate, it’s nice to have some background noise—try the best anime to watch while studying.
Top 10 Must-Watch Anime Classics for Newcomers
Discover the top 10 anime classics perfect for newcomers, featuring timeless gems from before the 2000s. Start your anime journey now!
The Alignment Chart of Hunter X Hunter Characters
Discover the ultimate Hunter x Hunter character alignment chart, exploring where your favourite characters fit within classic moral archetypes.
10 Life Lessons from SPY X FAMILY
At its core, Spy x Family is a heartwarming show about family and daily life – with a splash of excitement!
Chainsaw Man: An Unapologetic Journey
Chainsaw Man is an unapologetic, in-your-face, adrenaline-filled chef-d’oeuvre that pulls no punches throughout its 11-volume story.
The Impact of Anime on Japan’s Branding
The impact of Anime is one of Japan’s most influential aspects of soft power. Read on to find out how Japan rebranded itself with anime
Stories, Sketches, Comedy: The Evolution of Manga Through the Centuries
Uncover the origins of manga and its rise to cultural icon status. Learn more about its evolution and legacy today
Top 10 Best Sports Anime to Watch
To many, sports and anime might seem worlds apart, yet they unite in dynamic storytelling, blending action, emotion, and determination.
The Best Places to Watch Attack on Titan
You’re probably like, “Where can I watch Attack on Titan?”, not to worry as we have chosen platforms where you can watch the anime
The Significance of Anime and Architecture
The world of anime is a created universe that combines rich details and elaborate plot lines that bring stories and characters to life.
Top 10 Best Naruto Episodes of All Time
With the 20th anniversary of Naruto looming we thought we’d throw down our biased 10 best Naruto episodes of all time! SPOILERS AHEAD.
The Tron Metaverse & Tron Uprising
Inspecting the rise of technology through this lens makes the creation of the Tron universe, as a whole, that much more impressive.
Studio Ghibli: Home of the Beautiful & Unreachable
Visuals of Studio Ghibli films have a touch of the unreal, but they do not veer away from the core of celebrating the simple, everyday life.
Landscape: A Critical Element in Satoshi Kon Films
Nevertheless, it is undeniable that Satoshi Kon portrayed Tokyo in his films creating realistic renderings of his worlds through landscape
Top 10 Best Dressed Anime Characters
Anime isn’t just epic battles—it’s bold fashion too! These characters showcase unique styles that have left a lasting impact on fans.
Summer Ghost – A Sparkling Debut
Illustrator loundraw blends together his lush visual sensibility with a supernatural coming-of-age drama Summer Ghost.
Maquia – A Testament to Female Spirit
Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms is a touching fantasy epic about motherhood, ageing, prejudice and above all love.
Studio Ghibli’s Secret to Great Storytelling? Time Manipulation
A common theme among Studio Ghibli films is the seemingly nonsensical ways in which time operates within its fantastical worlds.
Discovering Japanese Culture Through Oishinbo’s Adventures
Explore Japanese culture through Oishinbo’s culinary adventures. Discover the art, history, and flavors of Japan in this iconic series.
Bubble – A Dystopian Reimagining of The Little Mermaid
In this bubble-filled, post-apocalyptic animated feature produced by Wit Studio a burgeoning love story unfolds between Hibiki and ‘Uta’
The Timeless Appeal of Sailor Moon: A Pop Culture Icon
Sailor Moon remains a pop culture icon, inspiring generations with its empowering themes, timeless characters, and global impact.
Ghost in the Shell and the Sea of Information
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Taking in Makoto Shinkai’s Fantastical Worlds
Makoto Shinkai’s films blend breathtaking visuals with deep emotions, crafting fantastical worlds that captivate audiences worldwide.
Rebranding Japan in Samurai Champloo
Shinichirō Watanabe’s Samurai Champloo (2005). remixes Japanese history, utilising heritage to present stories within alternate histories
Star Wars Visions: In An Anime Far Far Away
Stretching over nine animated short films, Star Wars: Visions is a reimagination of the space adventure that we know and love.
Princess Mononoke & The Human-Nature Relationship
Princess Mononoke explores the delicate balance between nature and human industry and the conflict when in direct opposition of one another.
Batman: Gotham Knight (A Not So Retro Revisit)
With the release of the latest ‘The Batman’ film in theatres, we thought we’d take a look at the anthology series Batman Gotham Knight
Akira: A Masterpiece of Animation & Worldbuilding
Akira is a Japanese animated sci-fi thriller is a wonder to watch. With its visually stunning animations, world-building, & intense action
Belle – A Touching Metaverse Fairy Tail
Belle, Mamoru Hosoda’s inventive take on the Disney classic, Beauty and the Beast, a tale as old as time gets a futuristic retelling
Retro Revisit: Neo-Tokyo (1987)
Before Akira & Ghost in the Shell, there was a sci-fi anthology film that made waves among the anime community: Neo-Tokyo (1987).
Revisiting the Animatrix Anime Movies
It’s time appreciate the true successor: The Animatrix. Without much further ado let’s step into the animated world of The Matrix
The 10 Best Anime to Watch in 2021
We’ve compiled some of the highest-ranking anime from top online critiques to give you this year’s top 10 best anime to watch this 2021!
Awesome Anime Streetwear Brand Collaborations
Anime and streetwear collide in unique collaborations, blending bold designs and iconic characters to create a vibrant fashion movement.
Anime, Aesthetics & Lo-fi Beats: A Chilled Harmony
Have you ever noticed how lo-fi beats on Youtube are always associated with anime backgrounds, loops or clips? Read more to find out why
The Wind Rises: Miyazaki at Plane Sight
Miyazaki’s The Wind Rises is a subtle and beautiful meditation of his triumphs and shortcomings through the life of someone else.
Satoshi Kon: An Introduction To His Timeless Films
It has been over 10 years since the unfortunate passing of Satoshi Kon, in that span of time his movies have gotten only more timeless.
The Power of Anime and Blockchain Combined: AnimeCoin
A crypto currency for Anime artists and fans! We take a look at what is AnimeCoin, how it works and how itbeenfits creators & fans alike
Top 10 Subscription Boxes for Anime Lovers
Anime subscription boxes is a great way for anime fans to express their loyalty as part of the Anime community. Check out our awsome list.
Demon Slayer: Japans Highest Grossing Film of 2020
2020 broke records as Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train became Japans highest grossing film of 2020
17 Best Places To Watch Anime Online
We walk you through the best places to watch anime online, letting you immerse yourself in amazing anime worlds at the click of your fingers.
(Top 30) Best Anime Openings
Experience the ultimate nostalgia and adrenaline rush with our curated list of the 30 best anime openings that captivate and energize.
30 Anime to Watch Before You Die!
Discover the ultimate anime bucket list! With countless series out there, it’s impossible to watch them all—so we’ve curated the must-watch anime you shouldn’t miss before you die.
A Beginner’s Guide to Manga
Read our beginner’s guide to Manga to find out about the Japanese comics at the heart of Japanese culture and creativity.
Top 7 Jaw-Dropping Anime to watch for Lazy Sundays
The rainy Sunday before Monday, how boring! Don’t worry we’ll help you find Anime to watch! See our Top 7 Anime for Lazy Sundays!
Mangasia: Paul Gravett Exclusive Interview
The critically acclaimed Mangasia tour is about to reach the UK, so we sat down with the its creator, Paul Gravett and discussed his exhibition.
Swearing an Oath to the Cult of Hello Kitty
Who is Hello Kitty?An adorably innocent cartoon character? A symbol of female oppression? Or, alternatively, a feminist icon?