The story-immersive AR action experience 'Emergency Directive! Ultra Multiverse: Great Earth Defense Operation in Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse' opens June 5, 2026, with 11 AR photo spots and a link to the new TV series 'Ultraman Teo'.
The event is the first large-scale AR experience tied to the Ultraman franchise's 60th anniversary. A press preview on June 3 revealed mission details and 11 AR photo spots that place Ultraman and monsters against Yokohama landmarks. The new TV series 'Ultraman Teo' will also appear at these photo spots, which will change with the broadcast story.
Free Pigmon photo content is available anywhere, allowing fans to engage with the experience outside the physical location. The event blends real city exploration with narrative missions, offering a direct link to the upcoming series.
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Ai Mikami and Juri Kosaka, the double leads of the continuing TV novel 'Kaze, Kaoru,' appear on the cover of the September 2026 issue of fashion magazine 'SPUR.' The cover shows them in a modern, light blue coordination with jewelry and cool expressions, a contrast to their period drama roles. Fans have commented on the drastic transformation, calling the duo powerful and noting the change in atmosphere. The issue releases July 23.
JINS has released a collaboration eyewear line with the TV anime Ghost in the Shell, including a limited edition of 1,000 electronic light-adjusting sunglasses. The collection also includes two models of optical glasses inspired by goggles from the series. The eyewear launched on July 16, 2026, at select JINS stores and online.
Famitsu's weekly ranking for July 6-12 shows Rhythm Heaven Groove repeating at No. 1 with 126,073 copies sold (519,451 total). New releases include Magical Girl Witch Trials (No. 2), Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced (No. 4), Echoes of Aincrad (No. 5), and Digimon Story: Time Stranger (No. 6 on Switch 2, No. 8 on Switch). Tomodachi Life remains a steady seller at No. 3.
The premiere of The Elusive Samurai's second season follows the Elusive Gang on a risky side-quest to bring Tokiyuki fresh sea-bream. The episode uses CloverWorks' animation to emphasize the team's bond, while also introducing the Kanto Hisashiban, a new group of warriors under Tadayoishi that poses a future threat.
Nijimen published the results of a reader satisfaction poll for the 2026 spring anime season, conducted from July 2 to 16 with 696 votes. Yomi no Tsugai, the latest work by Hiromu Arakawa, ranked first with 75 votes, followed by Nihon Sangoku and Dr.STONE: Science Future 3rd Cour. The top 10 also included Ganbare! Nakamura-kun!!, Akane-banashi, and others.
New Roxy-themed merchandise for Mushoku Tensei III has been announced, including a notebook-style smartphone case, a pass case, and a reel key holder. The items will be available first at the COSPA booth during Wonder Festival 2026 Summer on July 26, followed by a general release in October 2026. The series, based on a light novel with 18 million copies in print, is currently airing its third season.
A new illustration of Edogawa Conan with a soccer ball has been released to commemorate the Detective Conan TV anime's 30th anniversary collaboration with the J.League. A "Conan Day" event will be held on September 6, 2026 at Cerezo Osaka's YANMAR HANASAKA STADIUM, where Conan will appear at the match against Tokyo Verdy. The announcement follows the broadcast of a special collaboration episode earlier today.
Game Spark's latest roundup highlights 16 Steam games that have hit 100 reviews within three days of release. The list includes early access graduates like the 2D farming sim Planet Frontier - Farland and the co-op horror Sketchy's Contract, alongside new releases such as the train action game Densha Attack and the relaxing woodcutting sim A Game About Chopping Trees. Several titles offer Japanese language support.
Sanrio will release new "ECO nui" plush toys made from recycled materials in August 2026, featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, and Kuromi. A portable "ECO nui mascot" line also debuts. The announcement follows the 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking, where Pompompurin took first place with a record vote total, Cinnamoroll second, and Pochacco third.
The first three episodes of Kaiju Girl Caramelise have earned a positive review from Anime News Network, with community scores averaging above 4. The review praises the series for its strong writing, emotional characterization, and its use of a kaiju transformation as a metaphor for insecurity. Screenwriter Yuniko Ayana and mangaka Spica Aoki are credited for the effective storytelling.
Touken Ranbu ONLINE is collaborating with bowling and karaoke chain ROUND1 from July 17 through October 18, 2026. The ROUND Ichimonji Campaign features collaboration menus, packs, bowling events with recorded voice by Shunichi Kojima, and limited goods at select stores nationwide.
The Sanrio Kids Festival began July 17 at Sogo Omiya in Saitama, offering a play school, gift shop, and Sanrio Cafe for families. The article also reports that Pompompurin won the 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking for the second straight year, taking its fifth overall title with over 7 million votes in its 30th anniversary year.
An online lottery for Katekyo Hitman Reborn! featuring newly drawn illustrations of characters in suits and jackets will launch on July 23, 2026, on the kuji-biki-dou service. The lineup includes a BIG acrylic diorama, selectable acrylic stand figures, mini acrylic plates, and pin badges, among others. Each draw costs 770 yen. The sale runs through August 20.
Fryu has announced a limited-time collaboration between its purikura machine Bloomit and INFOLD's mobile game Love and Deepspace, celebrating the game's 2.5th anniversary. The event runs from July 20 to August 31, 2026, at approximately 500 Bloomit machines nationwide. Players can take two-shot style photos with five male leads: Seiya, Rei, Homura, Shin, and Mahiru. Each character has a dedicated photo frame, sticker design, and newly recorded guide voice. The photo session includes in-game music: "Pop Candy" plays during shooting and "Spring to Flowers" during the doodle phase. Printed stickers mimic the characters' own SNS feeds, complete with a personal message. A limited run of 65 machines will feature special character wrapping in five designs. Downloading photo data requires a Pictlink premium membership (550 yen per month). The collaboration mode may not be available at all stores. Love and Deepspace has surpassed 80 million users worldwide since its 2024 Japanese release.
Anime Anime has released the preview for episode 3 of Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance. The episode, titled 'Shina Hisse and Towa Yomi,' airs July 18 and shows Shina, now an EXCEEDS exterminator, saving a girl from jumping off a bridge. The series is a new original TV anime from Masaki Tsuzuki, set in a post-apocalyptic world fighting alien species. The cast includes new and returning voice actors.
A pop-up shop for the TV anime "Fate/strange Fake" will run at Bushiroad Creative Store Akihabara Main Store from July 24 to August 9, 2026. The "Spectacle Style ver." event features newly drawn glasses-themed illustrations of five characters. Goods include B2 tapestries, diorama acrylic stands, and more. A purchase bonus of hologram stickers is offered.
Fashion brand MAYLA has released a ring collection based on the anime Link Click. The five-ring set, called Iconic Story Ring Object, features designs representing characters Cheng Xiaoshi, Lu Guang, and Qiao Ling, as well as key scenes. The set is priced at 15,400 yen and available for pre-order on MAYLA's official EC site until August 17, 2026.
Weekly Shonen Magazine will have a booth at the SPACE SHOWER Sweet Love Shower 2026 music festival, selling limited-edition T-shirts featuring a collage of its series by artist Kosuke Kawamura. The shirts cost 5,500 yen and come in black, sizes L and XL. A special shopper bag is also available with conditions.
Colopl's DREAM!ing, which ended its mobile game service in May 2021, is marking its 8th anniversary. Main story parts 1 through 4, as well as character and event stories, are now available on the Anime Times subscription channel on Prime Video. An exhibition event, "DREAM!ing 8th Anniversary Celebration," will run from July 25 to August 11 at Machida Modi in Tokyo.
The popup shop 'Nikkorino Bakery' for the plush capsule toy brand Nikkorino is now open at gashacoco Ikebukuro in Tokyo. The shop features 21 types of bread-themed plush toys designed to resemble real bread, placed on trays for a bakery-like shopping experience. Die-cut stickers and a purchase bonus plush can badge are also available. The shop runs until July 26, with plans to expand to Nagoya and other locations.
The 'WIND BREAKER' anime collaboration event 'WIND BREAKER -SUMMER WIND VACATION-' runs from July 17 to August 16 at eight leisure facilities across Japan. Entry bonus for ticket holders is a metallic postcard, and a food campaign offers random coasters. Original goods with newly drawn illustrations are also available. The collaboration ticket costs 220 yen plus facility admission.
The TV anime 'I Want to Love You Until You Die' has released a preview and two episode posters for episode 3, titled 'Friends.' A three-volume Blu-ray release will begin October 28. A special fan distribution event at AKIHABARA GAMERS on August 8 and the second web radio episode on July 24 were also announced.
Hypixel Studios has published a development blog detailing the upcoming Chapter 1 content for sandbox RPG Hytale, featuring over 20 videos and 30 images. The blog, which founder Simon Collins-Laflamme says is meant to be transparent after the game's revival from cancellation, covers dungeons, boss fights, a goblin faction update, a rune ability system, UI overhaul, mod browser, and more. The content arrives after months of foundational work following early access launch in January 2026.
The figure set, based on RIKO's artwork of the angel and devil pair, is now available for preorder at Amiami. Priced at 42,900 yen, the 1/6 scale figures are scheduled for release in April 2027. Orders placed at Amiami include an exclusive B4 clear poster. The set includes both figures and bases, sculpted by Chiho with coloring by TAKI.
Composer Sakuzyo, known for rhythm-game tracks such as "Altale" and "Destr0yer," will hold his first solo concert on August 21, 2026, at MUSICASA in Shibuya, Tokyo. The event, titled "Sakuzyo -the PARAGRAPH:ICS-", is described as the world's first concert composed entirely of his works. The program is split into two parts featuring piano and violin, aiming to bridge electronic and classical music. In addition to popular songs like "Altale" and "Destr0yer"-which have accumulated over 3 million views on YouTube-the concert will include all tracks from Sakuzyo's 2021 classical album "PARAGRAPH." Performers are violinist Shono Isomura and pianist Katsutoshi Ishigaki. Ticket prices are 6,500 yen for S seats and 5,000 yen for A seats. A pamphlet with production background and song explanations will be distributed to all attendees, and limited-edition piano and violin scores for "Destr0yer" and one other piece will be sold as goods. Tickets go on sale July 18 via teket.
NBC Universal announced the second season of the Tune in to the Midnight Heart anime will premiere in 2027. New cast members include Ami Koshimizu as Riina Yamabuki and Kaede Hondo as Mito Yamabuki, Arisu's elder and younger sisters. Director Masayuki Takahashi and other key staff return.
Dischan Media and Sekai Project announced that Mahou Arms will receive Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese language support via updates after its official release on July 27. The game also plans to add four new costumes, with a bunny-style Founder's Costume for early buyers arriving in patch 1.1. The stylish action game has been in early access since 2020.
A pop-up shop for the Aikatsu! franchise opened at Tokyo Character Street on July 17, 2026, selling newly drawn merchandise featuring eight popular characters, including Ichigo, Mizuki, and Yurika. The shop runs through July 30 and also offers online sales. The event comes alongside a revival screening of the Aikatsu Stars! movie and the announcement of a new film for early 2027.
Sync-in is a free, open-source file sync server that can be self-hosted. It provides GUI clients for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Features include bidirectional and unidirectional sync, automatic background sync, multi-user support, and detailed permission settings. The article covers the setup process for the server and client.
A Game Spark column argues that the vocal cord parasites in Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain are not a plot contrivance but a deliberate thematic device. Author Hideo Kojima, a close friend of the late novelist Project Itoh, replaces Itoh's concept of internal determinism with an external cause, asserting human dignity against despair.
The new mobile game My Hero Academia UNITED SURVIVAL, a roguelite action title from KLab and gumi, is now accepting pre-registrations on the App Store, Google Play, and the official website. If 500,000 players register, everyone will receive a gacha ticket that lets them choose one of three SR characters: Deku, Bakugo, or Todoroki. The game is scheduled to release within 2026.
San-X will run a limited-time cafe stand at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza from August 1 to 12, 2026. The event, called 'San-X Universe Everyone Sparkle Cafe Stand,' offers five character-themed drinks and exclusive goods featuring Rilakkuma, Tarepanda, and other San-X characters. Random bonuses include coasters, bromide prints, and acrylic charms.
Kokoa Kai, who returned to STU48 this spring after a transfer to KLP48, held a launch event for her second photobook "Okaeri Taiyo" on July 4. She was also named center for the group's 14th single, due September 14. The photobook was shot in Thailand and includes more revealing photos. Kai said she aims to lead the group with her bright and pop style.
FREEing is now accepting pre-orders for a 1/3 scale figure of Nanami Chiaki from Super Danganronpa 2, wearing an original hooded bunny costume. The figure costs 77,000 yen and is set to ship in January 2027. Pre-orders through Good Smile Company run until August 26, 2026.
The expansion DLC 'Revelations' for DOOM: The Dark Ages launched on July 8, 2026, and has received high review scores across platforms, with Metascores of 89 on PC, 90 on PS5, and 91 on Xbox Series X. Critics praise the new Chain Spear weapon, the level design, and the story, calling it the culmination of the recent trilogy. Backtracking drew some criticism.
A browser app built with Claude Fable 5 generates melodies in the style of composer Kyohei Tsutsumi. The app analyzes 10 compositional techniques, divides Tsutsumi's career into five era presets, and offers lyric guides mimicking lyricists Takashi Matsumoto and Yū Aku. It includes singer-specific key presets and exports MIDI, WAV, and video with technique captions.
Offbrand games and Icedrop Games will release 'Ultrapool' on August 25 for PC (Steam), iOS, and Android. The game combines deck-building roguelike elements with billiards, influenced by Balatro and Super Auto Pets. Players score by pocketing balls with base scores and multipliers, and can purchase and fuse special balls between rounds. Demo versions are available now.
Square Enix and Tencent announced that Final Fantasy XIV Mobile will end service in mainland China on September 30, 2026. New user registrations and in-game purchases were suspended immediately. The companies also apologized for canceling the planned global version, citing business adjustments and market changes. The mobile game launched in China in June 2025 and was developed by Lightspeed Studios.
Belong Inc. reported that orders on its used smartphone service Nicosuma surged more than double after Apple revised iPhone prices on July 18. Compared to the previous week, orders rose 208%; compared to the prior day, 227%. A Nicosuma representative said the price revision pushed customers comparing new and used devices to make a purchase. The company expects the used market to continue expanding in the mid-to-long term.
Amazon Web Services is experiencing a global issue with its billing console, causing some users to see charges in the trillions of dollars. The company acknowledged the problem on July 17 and began remediation, expecting full recovery by July 19. AWS responded on X with a half-joking comment about the 'tiny calculation error' and asking what users would buy with trillions. Users are advised to wait without taking action.
A modder released "Everybody Hates Nazeem" for Skyrim Special Edition, adding 50 lines of dialogue and four new scenes where nearby NPCs react to the hated Whiterun resident's snide remarks. The mod aims to stop players hating Nazeem alone.
Developer Leyline released the demo for Guildrun on July 16, and it has already become popular. The PvE roguelike auto-battler draws from Slay the Spire and Teamfight Tactics, with over 100 items, 300 relics, and 25 heroes in the demo. It recorded a peak concurrent player count of 5,640 and a 96% positive review rating. The full game is scheduled for release on PC via Steam in 2027.
ZA/UM Studio has laid off up to 32 employees, citing poor commercial performance of its latest game ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies despite critical acclaim. The studio consulted with the ZA/UM Workers' Union, formed in October 2025 as the first recognized game studio union in the UK. The layoffs test the young union's role less than a year after its formation.
The official P5X Twitter account announced the results of the first character popularity poll on July 18. Kitazato Motoyoshi, voiced by Nobuhiko Okamoto, took first place. As a reward, production of an ASMR titled "Being dissected by Kitazato Motoyoshi!?" has been decided. The top 10 also included the protagonist, Sakai Ayaka, Merope, Kamiyama Reo, Tanemura Riko, Nagao Aika, Kotone Montagne, Arai Sowa, and Dogenzaka Runa. Additional rewards include digital wallpapers for 1st to 15th place and a short movie for the top three phantom thief idols.
Poplar Publishing is running a 'Zukkoke Sanningumi Fair' from July 17 to August 2, 2026, offering 64 ebooks from the Zukkoke Sanningumi series at 50% off. The sale includes the main Zukkoke Sanningumi series, the Middle-aged Trio series, and omnibus editions. The series, created by Nasu Masamori and illustrated by Maekawa Kazuo, has been a staple of children's literature since 1978. The fair is available at multiple ebook stores including Apple Books, Kindle, and more.
GAME Watch's latest roundup lists seven Nintendo eShop titles and three Steam deals whose discounts end this week. Highlights include Trails in the Sky the 1st at 50% off, Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- at 50% off, The House of the Dead: Remake at 90% off, and ARK: Survival Ascended at 75% off. All prices are in yen.
Recurring Dream released Desktop Explorer on Steam, a horror game set in a fictional 90s-era OS. Players investigate corrupted files on a hand-me-down PC to solve a missing persons case. The game avoids jump scares and gore, relying on atmosphere and tension. It is priced at 2,100 yen, with a 10 percent launch discount until July 25. Japanese language support is not included.
Capcom's English X account for Onimusha Way of the Sword posted 'This is Miyamoto,' a phrase used by Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto, linking the game's protagonist Miyamoto Musashi to the Nintendo icon. The post also announced the release date moved up to September 4 from September 25, and that Switch 2 download version pre-orders must be re-placed. The game launches on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC.
Fogpiercer, a deck-building roguelike from Slovak developer Mad Cookies Studio and publisher Hooded Horse, launched on July 17, 2026. It is available on Steam, GOG.com, and Microsoft Store, and is compatible with PC Game Pass. The game is set in a frozen world with lethal fog, where players run a train to rescue survivors. Over 170 cards are available, and a launch sale is underway.
The KUNIYOSHI IMMERSIVE ART exhibition opened July 18 at the Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art, running to September 23. Produced by HITOHATA as a spin-off of the Moving Ukiyo-e Exhibition, it uses 3DCG animation and projection mapping to bring over 50 Utagawa Kuniyoshi works to life, including Miyamoto Musashi and the Giant Whale and Soma no Furudairi. The installation is part of the larger Ukiyo-e Super Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi Exhibition, which displays about 200 works across six genres.