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ROCK'N ROLL MOUNTAIN — the studio behind ON-GAKU: Our Sound and the rotoscoped feature 100 Meters — is returning to the short-form stage with a new adaptation: Rusuban (House-Sitting), a short anime based on Akiko Okuda’s slice-of-life short manga. Announced alongside a one-week theatrical screening at K’s Cinema in Shinjuku starting August 1, the film promises a more intimate, hand-drawn approach from the studio’s younger animators and marks the directorial debut of Ayumi Yanagisawa. Below we break down what we know about the production, the creative team, and why this tiny, time-locked release is already drawing attention from fans of indie manga adaptations. Image via Comic Natalie ©奥田亜紀子／ロックンロール・マウンテン 2026 What is Rusuban about? Set in August 1987, Rusuban follows Tokko during a single day as she stays alone in a large family house while her relatives are away. The premise is compact, but the setting and mood—summery, domestic...

Episode 10 of The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife leans into domestic warmth and small, human moments as Tounome finally meets more of Yakou’s family. After previous brushes with acceptance from Yakou’s mother, this episode expands the circle and tests how the couple handles the awkward intimacy of staying overnight under the same roof as relatives. The result is a gentle, mostly character-driven installment: cozy, occasionally funny, but quieter than many earlier episodes. © IWATOBINEKO/Futabasha,The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife Production Consortium Episode recap: a family visit that favors warmth over drama Episode 10 mostly focuses on Tounome’s sleepover at Yakou’s family home. The episode splits into two halves: the lead-up where friends check in and catch each other up, and the family visit itself. The first half prioritizes small beats — Daichi helping Kousuke with work, Luna’s tentative romantic hint — and largely functions as connective t...

Kano Kashiwagi is returning to Weekly Shōnen Magazine with a brand-new serialized manga titled Zureta Kaishaku no Bokura (Our Misunderstandings). Announced in the magazine's most recent issue, the series launches in the magazine's next issue on July 8 with a 45-page first chapter that includes a full-color opening page. Described by the editorial staff as a "comedy of misunderstanding" focused on a heroine with low self-esteem, the new title promises a blend of character-driven humor and heartfelt moments that fans of slice-of-life comedy will want to watch closely. Image via Weekly Shonen Magazine website © Kodansha What Zureta Kaishaku no Bokura Promises The announcement teases a comedy built around misunderstandings—situations where intent and perception collide, often leading to awkward but endearing outcomes. Centering the story on a protagonist who struggles with low self-esteem gives Kashiwagi plenty of room to explore inner emotional life al...

Record of Ragnarok Season 3 continues the high-stakes tournament format that has defined the series: a succession of one-on-one arena battles between gods and humanity’s greatest champions. If you already know what to expect—epic, over-the-top attacks, emotional flashbacks, and theatrical showdowns—this season delivers it with the same steady cadence as its predecessors. For viewers who enjoyed Seasons 1 and 2, Season 3 offers more of the same spectacle; for those hoping for major structural surprises, it remains deliberately consistent. Record of Ragnarok Season 3 — the tournament for humanity’s fate intensifies. Season 3 Overview: What This Season Brings Season 3 follows the same tournament blueprint: a series of rounds where mortal champions face off against gods in a winner-takes-all spectacle. This installment spotlights three headline clashes—Qin Shi Huang vs. Hades, Beelzebub vs. Nikolai Tesla, and Apollo vs. Leonidas—each packed with the hyperbolic attacks, dramat...

Welcome to this week’s roundup of North American anime, manga, novel, audiobook, and video game releases (dates listed are month/day). Below you’ll find a clean, easy-to-scan guide to what shipped the last few days of June and the first days of July — perfect for collectors, casual readers, and anyone planning purchases before the summer season picks up. All dates below are presented exactly as released by publishers (e.g., June 29–July 2). Anime Releases (June 30) Dr. Stone: Science Future Part 1 (Blu‑ray) — Crunchyroll — US$79.98 — June 30. I Don't Like You At All, Big Brother!! (Blu‑ray) — Media Blasters — US$24.99 — June 30. Juden Chan (Blu‑ray) — Media Blasters — US$29.99 — June 30. Lupin the 3rd: Specials Collection 2 (Blu‑ray) — Discotek — US$59.95 — June 30. Patlabor OVA (Blu‑ray) — Discotek — US$29.95 — June 30. When They Cry - Rei (Blu‑ray) — Discotek — US$24.95 — June 30. Highlighted Anime Picks Dr. Stone: Science Future Part 1 — A must ...

Yuka Kitagawa's manga Ai ga Nakereba Idol Dekinai (Without Love, I Can't Be an Idol.) is set to conclude in the next issue of Bessatsu Friend, with the magazine announcing the series will end in the issue dated April 13. Launched in April 2024, the series quickly built a dedicated readership and saw collected volumes released through Kodansha — beginning with the first compiled volume in October 2024 and followed by subsequent releases, including the fourth volume on January 13. Image via Amazon © Yuka Kitagawa, Kodansha About Ai ga Nakereba Idol Dekinai Ai ga Nakereba Idol Dekinai is a contemporary shojo manga that explores the emotional landscape behind the glittering façade of idol culture — relationships, personal growth, and the costs of chasing a dream built for the spotlight. Yuka Kitagawa brought the series to Bessatsu Friend in April 2024, quickly establishing a tone that blends romantic drama with industry-focused realism. The work has res...