Anime Buzz

As the first season of MARRIAGETOXIN draws to a close, episode 13 serves less like a climactic finale and more like a tidy post-arc epilogue—wrapping up threads, squeezing in a last round of laughs, and nudging character growth forward enough to make the promise of a second season feel worthwhile. The episode leans into the show's romantic-comedy strengths while still nodding toward the action beats that punctuated earlier arcs, even if this installment mostly favors character moments over big fights. © Joumyaku・Mizuki Yoda/SHUEISHA, MARRIAGETOXIN Project Episode 13 — Quick Recap The episode skips a large-scale concluding battle and instead focuses on smaller, quieter scenes: Gero and Kimie’s trip home, a seaside show staged by the Beast masters, and an unplanned detour where Gero temporarily becomes an impromptu love counselor. While fans hoping for a grand romantic payoff or an extended post-battle date might be left wanting, the episode makes ...

Return to the beginning: Science SARU and director Mokochan deliver a startlingly faithful adaptation of Masamune Shirow’s 1989 Ghost in the Shell manga, bringing Major Motoko Kusanagi and Public Security Section 9 back into the spotlight for a 2029 set cyber-thriller. This new take emphasizes the original manga’s chaotic energy, goofy banter, and vivid visuals while expanding key scenes and adding cinematic motion that makes the panels come alive. Science SARU’s adaptation returns Ghost in the Shell to Masamune Shirow’s original tone and style. Faithful Return to the Manga Science SARU’s version is unapologetically manga-first. From the prologue’s opening panels to scene-for-scene recreations, this adaptation prioritizes narrative fidelity. Long-time fans will appreciate how many of Shirow’s dense political discussions, idiosyncratic gags, and even awkwardly delightful asides survive the transition to the screen. Rather than smoothing out or sanitizing the...

Lil Miss Vampire Can't Suck Right attempts to blend school-life charm with supernatural comedy, but its low-energy presentation and awkward tonal choices leave the series feeling thinner than its premise promises. The show centers on Luna Ishikawa, a popular high-school vampire who—embarrassingly—cannot feed properly. Enter Tatsuta Otori, the ever-accommodating classmate who becomes Luna’s willing (and frequently drained) source of sustenance. What could have been a fresh, quirky take on vampire rom-com dynamics often slides into repetitiveness, tonal dissonance, and visual minimalism. Luna Ishikawa struggles with vampiric life and a very unconventional appetite. First impressions: Strong concept, muted execution The central hook—an attractive teenage vampire who can’t properly suck blood—is immediately engaging and ripe for both comedy and character growth. Early episodes show promise, sticking closely to the source material’s tone. However, the anime’s faithful adap...

Hideo Yamamoto, the creator behind influential seinen works like Homunculus and Ichi the Killer, is back with a brand-new manga series titled Suiken Japan (Drunken Fist Japan). Announced in Shogakukan's Big Comic Spirits, the series is set to debut in the magazine's issue on July 6, 2026. With the teaser tagline "This old man is unstoppable when he drinks," Yamamoto promises a fresh — and character-driven — turn in his storied career. Below we break down what we know, what to expect, and why Suiken Japan could be a standout of 2026's manga lineup. Image via Big Comic Spirits © Shogakukan Inc. 2026, Hideo Yamamoto What is Suiken Japan (Drunken Fist Japan)? Suiken Japan — translated as Drunken Fist Japan — is the upcoming manga series by Hideo Yamamoto announced in Big Comic Spirits issue 31. The teaser sets a clear tone: the protagonist is an older man whose capabilities change dramatically when he drinks. The brief tagline, "This ...

Haruhisa Nakata has confirmed that his dark fantasy manga Night Light Hounds will conclude with its next chapter. The announcement — shared on the author's X (formerly Twitter) account — has sent ripples through the manga community, as readers prepare for the final installment of a series praised for its gritty atmosphere, intense action, and Nakata’s signature, detailed artwork.   What the Announcement Means: Final Chapter on April 11 The creator shared that Night Light Hounds will end with the chapter scheduled for release on April 11. For readers following the serialized chapters, this signals the conclusion of the main story arc and a chance to see Nakata wrap up character arcs and outstanding plot threads. While endings can be bittersweet, they also present an opportunity for a satisfying, tightly written finale when handled well — something Nakata has delivered before. Night Light Hounds — Quick Story Overview “Jimmy is a gang member in one of the world's ...

Episode 13 of MAO tries to carry forward the mystery built so far, but it ultimately stumbles on a familiar storytelling misstep: resolving a cliffhanger off-screen and explaining it later via flashback. That choice kills much of the momentum the series had been building and leaves a lot of promising threads feeling flattened rather than advanced. Below I break down what this episode does right, where it falters, and why the pacing decisions matter for the show’s larger mystery. © 高橋留美子/小学館/「MAO」製作委員会 Episode recap: Not-so-satisfying answers in flashback Rather than picking up immediately where last week left off, episode 13 starts well after Nanoka’s encounter with the Byoki and fills the gap through a flashback. In that flashback the Byoki tells Nanoka it doesn't intend to harm her, claims Mao will need him someday, and offers that she can call on him when necessary. The scene is meant to assuage fears and deepen the lore, but by hiding the pivotal moment ...