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McDonalds X JUJUTSU KAISEN | Here’s The Sauce

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Inspired by the iconic Black Garlic Sauce from McDonald’s Japan, this limited release offers a unique blend of garlic and soy sauce, balanced with a tangy sweetness. Marking the first-ever garlic sauce to hit McDonald’s USA menus, this release re-engages anime fans and McDonald’s fans, following the successful WcDonalds campaign earlier this year.

Get ready to harness the immeasurable power of our favorite jujutsu sorcerers as McDonald’s partners with “JUJUTSU KAISEN” to launch the new Special Grade Garlic Sauce, available exclusively on the McDonald’s App starting July 9. Inspired by the iconic Black Garlic Sauce from McDonald’s Japan, the Special Grade Garlic Sauce introduces a new arc in the U.S. sauce lineup, featuring notes of garlic and soy sauce balanced with a slight tangy sweetness.

Collectible Sauce Packaging:

The new sauce packaging features eight unique lid designs starring fan-favorite characters from the hit anime series. Grab the Special Grade Garlic Sauce for free with any order of Chicken McNuggets®, or pair it with your go-to order on the McDonald’s App to make a meal fit for any sorcerer. Collect them all to reach your peak strength.

Yuji Itadori – A rare talent not seen in a thousand years, able to withstand the poison of Sukuna and become his human vessel.
Megumi Fushiguro – A genius who enrolled as a 2nd-grade sorcerer, the only first-year student allowed to carry out solo missions.
Nobara Kugisaki – A strong-willed 3rd-grade jujutsu sorcerer from the countryside.
Satoru Gojo – The strongest special-grade sorcerer and teacher at Tokyo Jujutsu High.
Kento Nanami – A junior of Gojo who became a salaryman but later returned to Tokyo Jujutsu High to become a 1st-grade sorcerer.
Suguru Geto – A villain special-grade sorcerer aiming to create a paradise for sorcerers, free of humans.
Mahito – A curse originating from humans, capable of changing a person’s appearance by touching their soul.
Sukuna – A king from over a thousand years ago, still threatening the world after his death.
A Sorcerer-Worthy Meal and Deal

Use the slideshow below to preview the sauce packaging.

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Each purchase of the sauce also unlocks a 30-day free trial of Crunchyroll! Those who order the Special Grade Garlic Sauce on the McDonald’s App will receive a free 30-day Crunchyroll trial, allowing them to watch full episodes of their favorite anime content. Crunchyroll trial offer terms apply.

Starting July 9, activate your domain expansion and head to the McDonald’s App to order a taste of the Special Grade Garlic Sauce and snag all your favorite “JUJUTSU KAISEN” characters for a limited time while supplies last.

Additionally, NASCAR has also entered the collaboration.

Sukuna x NASCAR Driver Bubba Wallace

This weekend, Bubba Wallace will race in the second annual Chicago Street Race with a Sukuna-themed paint scheme from “JUJUTSU KAISEN.”

McDonald’s Fan Zone at Chicago NASCAR Street Race

Racing fans in Chicago who download the McDonald’s App will gain access to the McDonald’s Fan Zone, including a look at the 23XI Show car, McDonald’s Sampling, and the Golden Access Break Room—a retro-inspired, JUJUTSU KAISEN and NASCAR-themed pop-up featured at this year’s race.

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Gloria Garayua Dives into Her Role in CYBERPUNK EDGERUNNERS on ANIME Journeys Podcast

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In our latest episode of ANIME Journeys, Episode Seven, we discussed Latino characters in anime in honor of Cinco de Mayo and Mexican Mother’s Day on May 12th. We specifically focused on the main characters from the anime series El Cazador De Brujas, Nadie and Ellis, and Ricardo Martínez from Hajime no Ippo.

Of course, no episode on Latino characters in anime would be complete without mentioning David Martinez from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. Although David is officially American, his origins from Santo Domingo, Night City, suggest his nationality is Dominican.

While we didn’t delve deeply into David himself, we celebrated Dominican Mother’s Day by interviewing actress Gloria Garayua, who voiced David’s mother, Gloria Martinez.

The character of Gloria Martinez is pivotal in motivating David throughout the series, especially evident in the first and final episodes. In Episode 1, David’s mother expresses her hope to see David reach the top floor of Arasaka Tower, a sentiment that resonates in David’s memories during the series’ conclusion.

Join us as Gloria Garayua and I discuss her experiences with her anime roles and revisit Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. Please note that this episode contains spoilers, so we highly recommend watching the entire Cyberpunk: Edgerunners series before listening.

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VIDEO INTERVIEW

You can also watch our exclusive video interview with Gloria Garayua, in which she provides further insights into her anime roles, including Quetzalcoatl in Fate/Grand Order—Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia and Maria in the remastered GKids English dub of Tokyo Godfathers.

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Beloved Kawaii Shop JAPANLA Reopens!

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JapanLA Reopens Flagship Store for Daily In-Person Shopping

Earlier this month, JapanLA, the beloved boutique renowned for its collection of Japanese Kawaii brands like Hello Kitty, had its grand reopening of its flagship store on La Brea Avenue. The store is now open daily for in-person shopping, bringing back the vibrant and immersive retail experience that fans have dearly missed.

Founded in 2006 by Jamie Rivadeneira, JapanLA has long been a cornerstone of the Kawaii community in Los Angeles. The store has not only offered a unique selection of adorable merchandise but also hosted numerous pop-up shops, curated events, art shows, and fashion shows. It has even produced licensed Sanrio products, creating a magical space for fans of all ages.

In 2020, JapanLA closed its physical doors due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, the store quickly adapted by pivoting to a digital business model, introducing livestream shopping shows that allowed customers to engage and shop together from the safety of their homes. This innovative approach kept the community spirit alive and thriving, even during the most challenging times of quarantine.

Despite the success of their digital model, JapanLA knew that nothing could replace the joy of in-store shopping. In June 2022, they began to reopen on weekends for in-person shopping and hosted monthly mascot events. Their popular live streams expanded to TikTok Shop, earning them a spot among the top 10 shows on the platform.

Responding to the growing demand for real-life shopping experiences and their viral popularity on TikTok, JapanLA has decided to open its doors every day of the week. This exciting development means that fans can now visit the store whenever they wish, enjoying the whole JapanLA experience once again.

JapanLA remains a vibrant gathering place where fans can celebrate their favorite characters, make new friends, and create lasting memories with their loved ones. The JapanLA team expresses immense gratitude for the unwavering support of their loyal customers and the wider community.

Come and visit JapanLA at:
233 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

  • Mon – Fri: 11am – 5pm
  • Sat: 11am – 7pm
  • Sun: 11am – 6pm

Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the Kawaii world, JapanLA looks forward to welcoming you back to their magical store. Stay tuned for upcoming event coverage from events hosted by JapanLA.

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Harvest Moon Comes to Mobile Devices For The Frist Time – Home Sweet Home | Natsume Inc

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Natsume Inc. Announces Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home for Mobile Devices!

Exciting news for Harvest Moon fans! Natsume Inc., the renowned developer and publisher of beloved family-oriented video games, has officially announced Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home, set to launch on iOS and Android this August 2024.

© 2024 Natsume Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume, shared the company’s enthusiasm,

“We are excited to bring a fresh new Harvest Moon experience back to mobile gamers with Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home. Featuring the traditional Harvest Moon style that fans know and love, along with some familiar faces, we hope this will be a cozy farming adventure favorite for all mobile gamers. We look forward to welcoming you home this summer!”

– Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume via Press Release

In Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home, home is truly where the heart is! After a decade of city living, players are ready to return to their roots. Your childhood friend has convinced you to move back to your quaint hometown with the goal of revitalizing it. However, the town of Alba has seen better days, and not all its residents are thrilled to see a city slicker like you return. Will you be able to win over the skeptical villagers and breathe new life into Alba? With the support of your childhood friend and other villagers, anything is possible!

Stay tuned for more updates and prepare for a heartwarming farming adventure this summer!

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NEOPETS Debuts at LACC 2023 | INTERVIEW

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For over 25 years, Neopets has taught adults to care for virtual pets online. It’s one of the few games played exclusively on the internet, alongside Club Penguin and Gaia Online. Developed by Adam and Donna Powell, Neopets revolves around Neopia, where users care for and play with Neopets.

In comparison to Japan’s Tamagotchi, Neopets was solely online. Adam and Donna Powell created Neopets to entertain college students and generate advertising revenue. By the end of 1999, Neopets had over 600,000 registered users. From 1999 to 2005, Neopets was independently owned until Viacom purchased it for $160 million. Shortly after, Adam and Donna left the company due to creative differences.

In 2014, JumpStart Games bought Neopets. In 2017, JumpStart Games was acquired by the Chinese company NetDragon. Under this new management, new material was produced for the first time since the JumpStart purchase.

Neopest current logo | NEOPETS and all related indicia are trademarks of Neopets, Inc., © 1999-2024

Currently, after a failed attempt to create a 3D version with NFTs called Neopets Meta, Neopets is led by former Neopets Meta CEO Dominic Law. Neopets is now independently owned by World of Neopia, Inc. Since 2023, the new team has been revitalizing Neopets with a new homepage and a mobile game, Neopets: Tales of Dacardia, among other upcoming updates.

At Los Angeles Comic Con 2023, I had the pleasure of speaking with Casey Sinclair, Project Manager and Senior Writer at World of Neopia, Inc. We discussed the newly released Neopets: Tales of Dacardia and reminisced about Neopets. Please note that this interview was conducted on December 3, 2023, so some information may already be outdated.

NEOPETS Interview with Casey Sinclair

Krystal Kitsune interviews Casey Sinclair at Los Comic Con 2023

Krystal: I’m here at LA Comic Con 2023, and I’m here at the NEOPET booth where they’re celebrating their 25th year anniversary. And I’m here with Casey. You are the senior writer and project manager, correct?

Casey Sinclair: Yeah, I work with a marketing team. My TNT (The Neopets Team) handle is TNTOneOfTwelve. You probably haven’t seen me. I’m not super active on the forums, but behind the scenes, work with a marketing team, work with narrative, work in licensing. And we’re really just here to grab the brand and really just engage with the community. We love our fans. We’ve got such an amazing reception here. It’s really great to just see people’s reactions with this amazing IP.

Krystal: -And at LA Comic Con, no less, you’re not only here celebrating the 25th anniversary, it’s also Neopet’s debut at La Comic Con, correct?

Casey Sinclair: This is our first LA Comic Con presence. We did San Diego and New York last year, but we figured, ‘yeah, we should show up at LA and see our fans in the Southern California area’.

Krsytal: We were discussing earlier about the positive reputation of Neopets and the longtime fans who played, such as myself, who played a long time ago, and now fast forward 25 years later, the Neopet brand is still alive, but some fans might be unaware of the, shall we say, rebranding of Neopets. Can you go into detail with that?

Casey Sinclair: Yeah, for sure. So I think it’s interesting in seeing people’s reactions today. We get everything from “Neopets?!”, “Oh, my God, this was so amazing to play in my childhood”, “You guys are still around?” “25 years?! you’re older than I am!” to, “oh my, Neopets! Are they still alive?” And we say, “yeah, they’re starving, but they’re still alive”, and I think that shows that there’s such a positive memory in the cultural consciousness of Neopets. People look at the logo on our booth and they just unlock those kind of core memories of Neopets. I think that’s what we’re about in terms of celebration, 25 years to speak to kind of the revitalization of the brand. So we have new leadership as of July of this year [2023]. And we’re really aiming to make a big push in terms of content, in terms of merch, in terms of engaging with the community and what the community has been asking for, fixing the site, introducing awesome new merchandise, introducing new plots. We have The Void Within plot coming next year [2024] and really trying to, like you said, bring those people back who may not be aware that Neopets is still alive in kicking.

Krystal: Are there any upcoming projects that you’re allowed to speak on? I know that the new CGI sort of game in the works, and I think it’s on the website. Is there something you can talk about that?

Casey Sinclair: Yeah. So, World of Neopets, we announced that back in July. It’s going to be a mobile game, kind of think hybrid, kind of animal Crossing, pet Sim style game. I have to say, with a disclaimer, it’s still tentatively in development. But we’re really trying to kind of have a different style of Neopets game where you can kind of be in the guise of a Neopet and kind of interact with Neopia, go around the world. But we still have a heavy focus on Neopets.com that’s like, mentioned the plot coming out next year.

We had almost every year during the 2000s, a plot come out that was so integral to Neopets, the storytelling. Right? And I work with a narrative team, amazing group of people. The storytelling was really important, and so we kind of wanted to bring it back to that. We’re also excited in that last year, in 2022, we launched Fairy’s Hope, a match three game. We kind of want to have something for everyone. But I was telling you earlier, it’s really important for us to have kind of this unified universe of Neopets games where people that want to play Neopets.com, we’re faithful to that. We support that. We introduce new content for that. We fix things that need to be fixed for that. But then anyone that wants to branch out and experience Neopia in new ways, they can do that as well.

We have Advent calendar going out right now that’s on the site. We have a little fun, little teaser at the end of that for people that played the fairy festival event earlier. We had a little comic at the end. Maybe they could expect something, who knows? And then we’ve already said in our live AMAs that happen every month, UC pets coming. Keep your eye out for that on the site. And then also, the last kind of pillar in our group of games is Island Builders. And Island Builders has been out for a while, but we have a closed beta going on right now where we’re prepping for the relaunch of Island Builders early next year. And we’re really excited about that new build. So revamped again, like, to scratch every itch for everyone that wants to interact with Neopia in different ways.

Krystal Kitsune interviews Casey Sinclair at Los Comic Con 2023

Krystal: To wrap this up, because I know you guys are busy for sure, it’s not only the games that are coming out, right, because at this convention itself, you guys had a panel in where you guys discussed a graphic novel. Can you go into detail with that?

Casey Sinclair: Yeah, so that’s only the games. We are partnered with Andrews McNeil that came out with our amazing cookbook earlier this year. Personally, one of my favorite products that we’ve ever come out with, it’s so faithful to the esthetic, the vibrant kind of pastel colors of early Neopets. So they have graphic novels in the works. We have our calendar here, our 2024 calendar. We designed that in house–

Krystal: –which, let me just add, seeing a Neopet calendar for 2024, it’s….amazing!

Casey Sinclair: Well, we wanted to kind of, like, pay homage to our 25th birthday. So we’re celebrating 25 years of Neopets. Our 25th birthday is in 2024, November 15.

Krystal: WOOO! Congratulations!!

Casey Sinclair: We’ve had 25 years in Neopets. We want to have another 25 years. So in addition to the games, we have the novels coming out, we have new products coming out. We have our neo hoods here today, new plush in the works. Can’t speak too much on that, but we’re listening to the community about all these kinds of things and kind of really want to, again, pay respects to the community and what the community has been asking for.

Krystal: All right, Casey, thank you so much for helping us catch up on Neopets on the 25th anniversary!

Casey Sinclair: Thank you so much and we want to just say a special shout out; Thanks for the interview, and thanks for our community for being here, and we’re happy to be at LA Comic Con!

Krystal Kitsune & Casey Sinclair at Los Comic Con 2023

We’re eagerly anticipating all the incredible updates coming to the world of Neopets! From exciting game updates to brand-new merchandise, the future holds endless possibilities. We can’t wait to see what’s next!

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FIRST LOOK | Netflix’s TERMINATOR Anime

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Netflix has released the first look at its upcoming Terminator anime series!

Terminator: Zero. Cr. COURTESY OF NETFLIX © 2024

The series is produced by Skydace and Japan’s Production I.G. (Ghost in the Shell, B: The Beginning) and written by Mattson Tomlin, who will also act as the showrunner. Mitsuhisa Ishikawa, President and CEO of Production I.G stated the following in 2021 during Netflix’s initial series announcement,

“I asked my long-time friend and colleague Mamoru Oshii what he thought about the idea of turning Terminator into an animated series. His response was “Ishikawa, are you out of your mind?” At that instant, I was confident we should get onboard. As huge fans, our team at Production I.G is putting their heart and souls into creating this series. We hope fans will enjoy it!”

In the same announcement, showrunner and writer Mattson Tomlin added,

“Anyone who knows my writing knows I believe in taking big swings and going for the heart. I’m honored that Netflix and Skydance have given me the opportunity to approach Terminator in a way that breaks conventions, subverts expectations and has real guts.”

According to Stephan Lee, writing for Netflix, Terminator Zero will exist within the Terminator universe but will focus on brand new characters.

Series Synopsis

2022: A future war has raged for decades between the few human survivors and an endless army of machines. 1997: The AI known as Skynet gained self-awareness and began its war against humanity.

Caught between the future and this past is a soldier sent back in time to change the fate of humanity. She arrives in 1997 to protect a scientist named Malcolm Lee who works to launch a new AI system designed to compete with Skynet’s impending attack on humanity. As Malcolm navigates the moral complexities of his creation, he is hunted by an unrelenting assassin from the future which forever alters the fate of his three children.

Terminator: Zero. Cr. COURTESY OF NETFLIX © 2024

WHEN will it take place?

The canon timeline for the anime series has not been officially stated. There is no official confirmation regarding when or where the events of the anime will take place in relation to the films.

When will it be released?

On Judgment Day, August 29th, 2024. Of course, as revealed in the first 1991 film, Judgment Day is on August 29th, 1997.

“There’s no fate but what we make for ourselves.”

The direction of this anime series and its connection with the films remains to be seen. Will it align with each movie in the franchise, or will some or all be excluded? Only time will provide the answer. What we do know is that the series will consist of 8 Episodes written by Mattson Tomlin and directed by Japanese animator Masashi Kudo, best known for his work in the hit anime series BLEACH.

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PIKACHU’S HAS A NAME?! | Who’s that Pokemon? Its ******!

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In a recent discovery that has caught many Pokémon fans off guard, it has been uncovered that Ash Ketchum’s beloved Pikachu had an actual name. Throughout the expansive Pokémon series, the unbreakable bond between Ash and Pikachu has remained a cornerstone, since the first episode of the Pokémon anime. Ash has always addressed his loyal companion simply as “Pikachu,” like any other trainer traditionally would refer to their Pokémon.

However, a interesting discovery to this customary practice came to light in the third volume of the Pokémon manga, The Electric Tale of Pikachu, which non-sequent, mirrors the Pokémon: Indigo League and Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands seasons of the anime. As published by ResetEra user Taco_Human, the manga unveils a scene where Ash reminisces about the names he has bestowed upon his Pokémon, including Pikachu who he affectionately name him “Jean Luc Pikachu,” a playful homage to the esteemed Jean Luc Picard from the revered Star Trek franchise.

Picture panel from The Electric Tale of Pikachu

further emphasis the Star Trek homage, the manga portrays Pikachu adorned with a Star Trek insignia upon its chest. Pokémon fans are debating weather or not the name is canon. The answer? Yes and No.

The Electric Tale of Pikachu is a four-volume Pokémon manga series created and illustrated by Toshihiro Ono. Originally serialized in Bessatsu CoroCoro Comic Special in 1998, its a loose adaptation of the Pokémon anime, incorporating unique elements and alterative storylines. Its character and Pokémon designs are not based on Ken Sugimori’s original artwork, giving fans a brand new look to both characters and the Pokémon from illustrator, Toshihiro Ono.

The Electric Tale Of Pikachu Comic Books by VIZ Media

The four-volume manga is officially part of the Pokémon franchise. However, due to notable differences between the manga and anime series, it is considered more of a “gag” work. In other words, while it’s an official part of the franchise, it’s not to be taken as seriously as canon material. Additionally, the manga includes scenes that may seem out of place in comparison to the anime series.

The Electric Tale of Pikachu V. Anime Series

Here is a list of the differences between the manga and anime series,

Character Portrayals:

  • While the core characters remain consistent with the anime, there are significant variations in their depictions. Notably, Ash often travels solo, with Misty and Brock occasionally popping in throughout the manga.
  • Several characters, including Ash, own Pokémon that differ from their anime counterparts. For instance, Ash’s Fearow.

Plot Differences

  • Some storylines from the anime are adapted for the manga but undergo alterations. For example, in “Play Misty For Me,” Ash’s battle with Misty for the Cascade Badge occurs, but instead of a traditional battle, Misty challenges Ash to retrieve his hat from her rather than a traditional battle.
  • Characters like Sabrina and Damian are portrayed differently in the manga. Sabrina is depicted as kind and caring, contrary to her cold demeanor in anime (maybe towards the end of “Haunter versus Kadabra” ep). Similarly, Damian undergoes a personality shift, becoming a nicer person who retrieves his Charmander after recovering from a coma.

Unique Elements

  • The manga introduces Gary Oak having a sister named May Oak.
  • Notably, Jessie and James are confirmed as a couple in the manga, ultimately marrying by the end of volume four.
  • Captured Pokémon are assigned ranks based on rarity, ranging from Rank D as the most common to Rank A as the rarest.
  • Ash’s attire varies throughout the manga, showcasing different clothing styles over time.
  • Ash’s Pikachu has a name, Jean Luc Pikachu.

There you have it! The name “Jean Luc Pikachu” is officially stated in a ‘gag’, Pokémon work, but its not canon at all. The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga offers a different perspective, if not, unique take on the Pokémon anime series. Adding further intrigue, manga itself was highly controversial due to its sexual content and character designs by Toshihiro Ono in the original Japanese release. It lead to censorship in the English version (Viz Media) and other translations. The changes involved altering characters’ appearances and removing scenes with mature themes, indicating differences in censorship across translations. Below are examples of the questionable artwork.

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Yu-Gi-Oh! X Sanrio McDonald’s Collaboration HEADING TO U.S.!

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In an unique but cute fusion of beloved franchises, the iconic Japanese trading card game franchise Yu-Gi-Oh! has teamed up with Sanrio, the lifestyle brand famous for Hello Kitty, to launch a special Happy Meal promotion with McDonald’s. This collaboration will feature collectible toys and themed packaging, cutely blending characters from both universes.

Each Happy Meal toy will feature a cute mash-up design, with Sanrio characters donning the costumes of famous Yu-Gi-Oh! monsters. The exclusive collectibles include:

  • Hello Kitty x Dark Magician
  • Cinnamoroll x Blue-Eyes White Dragon
  • Badtz-maru x Red-Eyes Black Dragon
  • Pompompurin x Exodia the Forbidden One
  • My Melody x Dark Magician Girl
  • Keroppi x Kuriboh
  • Pochacco x Time Wizard
  • Kuromi x Slifer the Sky Dragon
  • Tuxedosam x Obelisk the Tormentor
  • Chococat x The Winged Dragon of Ra

“Yu-Gi-Oh! and Hello Kitty and Friends are each global cultural phenomena with fans spanning every corner of the globe across generations,”

– Jennifer Coleman, Vice President of Licensing and Marketing at Konami Cross Media NY.

Jill Koch, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Brand Management at Sanrio adds,

“We hope to surprise and delight our fans around the world with these limited-edition collectibles,”

The cute collaboration kicks off this spring in Europe, starting with Belgium, Hungary, Netherlands, Spain, and Greece, and will be available in 55 countries worldwide. It will expand to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Mexico, the Caribbean, and several Asian markets. The nearly year-long promotion will make its way to the United States, including Puerto Rico, this summer.

Stay tuned for more updates on this collaboration and be sure to collect all the exclusive toys from McDonald’s Happy Meals this summer!

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STITCH! En Español | TOKYOPOP Releases Spanish Ver. of STITCH! BEST FRIENDS FOREVER!

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TOKYOPOP Expands DISNEY MANGA Collection with First Spanish Language Edition

TOKYOPOP, the well-known manga publisher, is venturing into new territory by introducing a Spanish language edition to its DISNEY MANGA collection. The latest addition, STITCH! ¡AMIGOS POR SIEMPRE!, is the first of its kind and centers around the beloved character from Disney’s LILO & STITCH franchise. Set to be released digitally and in print on September 3rd.

Publication Date: 3rd September 2024

Following the success of the English edition, which is currently available at various retailers and local libraries, Disney and Manga fans now have the opportunity to enjoy the story en Español. As the demand for bilingual graphic novels continues to grow, TOKYOPOP is committed to catering to its diverse fanbase.

Additionally, plans are in motion to introduce more Spanish editions to the DISNEY MANGA lineup later this year. Stay tuned for further updates as TOKYOPOP embraces the global appeal of manga storytelling.

STITCH! BEST FRIENDS FOREVER! Description (ENG/SPA)

[ENG] He’s blue, he’s fluffy and he’s back for more! After crash landing his spaceship on a Japanese island in Okinawa, Stitch befriends a young girl called Yuna. With fun, mayhem, shenanigans and a little chaos, Stitch begins to learn what it truly means to be a friend. This manga combines the best stories of Stitch! Izayoi Island! and Stitch! Diary for BFFs!

[SPA] Es azul, suave y peludo, ¡y ha regresado con ganas de más! Tras estrellar su nave espacial en la isla japonesa de Okinawa, Stitch se hace amigo de una niña llamada Yuna. Entre diversión, alboroto, travesuras y un poco de caos, Stitch comienza a aprender lo que realmente significa ser un amigo.

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Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled adventure in Sonic Rumble, where players will take control of toy figures for intense 32-player battle royale showdowns. The goal? Outpace rivals, snagging as many rings as possible prove themselves to be the fastest in the toybox. What sets this game apart? Players will be able to customize iconic characters from the Sonic the Hedgehog universe at their hearts content!

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A first in the Sonic franchise, Sonic Rumble introduces multiplayer action for up to 32 players, promising an electrifying gaming experience like never before. SEGA has announced a closed beta test exclusive to the United States, slated to run from May 24th to May 26th, 2024. While this beta is limited to US players, the game is set for a wider release later this winter.

Eager to be among the first to test your skills in Sonic Rumble?

Mark your calendars and sign up by May 19th, 2024, for a chance to secure your spot in this groundbreaking beta. Don’t hesitate; spaces are limited, and this is your chance to dive into the action-packed world of Sonic like never before. Sign up here!

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