Romantic comedy fans, prepare your hearts: The Dangers in My Heart is returning to the spotlight at Anime Expo 2025—this time on the big screen.
HIDIVE, in collaboration with TV Asahi, has announced an exclusive preview panel for The Dangers in My Heart Movie, taking place Friday, July 4 at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE during North America’s largest anime convention, Anime Expo. Fans can expect a first look at the highly anticipated film, which blends key moments from Seasons 1 and 2 of the anime with brand-new animation that continues Kyotaro and Anna’s offbeat love story.
The panel won’t just screen content—it’s set to feature a live Q&A with three special guests from the Japanese production team: Director Hiroaki Akagi, and Producers Yosuke Sakurai and Kazuki Endo. Fans will have the rare opportunity to hear behind-the-scenes insights from the creators themselves.
“We’re thrilled to partner with TV Asahi on this very special The Dangers in My Heart Movie panel at Anime Expo 2025,” said HIDIVE President John Ledford. “The series’ heartfelt story became a fan-favorite since its debut in Spring 2023, earning numerous awards for both its original and sequel seasons.”
Based on the manga by Norio Sakurai, The Dangers in My Heart follows the morbidly imaginative Kyotaro Ichikawa, a loner with a dark obsession with murder… or so he believes. When he starts interacting with Anna Yamada, the bubbly and secretly clumsy school idol, his grim fantasies give way to awkward crushes and unexpected connections. The result? A twistedly sweet rom-com that flips high school romance tropes on their head.
The film, first announced in September 2024 during the “Fan Appreciation Project!!” event in Tokyo, offers a new chapter for Kyotaro and Anna—one fans won’t want to miss. HIDIVE expects the ballroom to be packed, so arrive early!
Anime Expo 2025 – The Dangers in My Heart Movie Panel
Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
When: 8:00 PM – 8:50 PM PT
Where: Diamond Ballroom, JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
Can’t wait until July? Seasons 1 & 2 of The Dangers in My Heart are streaming now on HIDIVE.
For more Anime Expo 2025 coverage, stay tuned to The Kitsune Network!
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In a major move that further signals the growing demand for manga and webtoon content among younger readers, Random House Graphic has announced the launch of Ink Pop, a new imprint dedicated to English-language editions of manga, manhwa, and popular webtoons aimed at kids and teens. The line will debut in July, marking a significant expansion in the publisher’s global comic offerings.
Leading the launch isI WANNA BE YOUR GIRL, a poignant and inclusive coming-of-age story by Umi Takase, originally a hit webtoon that evolved into a successful manga. The English edition will make its print debut on July 1, 2025, with Volume 1 diving into the heartfelt relationship between Hime and her best friend—and longtime crush—Akira, who comes out as a girl just before starting high school. This tender exploration of identity, friendship, and allyship is already drawing comparisons to fan favorites like Heartstopper and Blue Flag.
Image courtesy of Penguin Random House (c) 2025 Umi Takase
“Ink Pop is our love letter to young comic fans who are hungry for diverse stories told through dynamic art,” said Whitney Leopard, Executive Editor at Random House Graphic. “It’s about celebrating global voices and giving younger audiences access to the kinds of stories they see themselves in.”
Following closely behind in the Ink Pop lineup is the YA manhwa MY LIFE AS AN INTERNET NOVEL, launching September 2, 2025. Created by Han Ryeo Yu and A Hyeon, this romantic comedy is set in a surreal world where a student finds herself living out the tropes of a fantasy web novel—complete with new schoolmates and unexpected love triangles.
The Ink Pop initiative is part of a broader strategy to meet the rising demand for manga and visual storytelling among younger readers.
“We hear from parents, teachers, and librarians all the time about wanting more manga for young readers,” said Michelle H. Nagler, SVP & Publisher of Random House Brands & Graphic. “Ink Pop is our answer to that call.”
Both titles will be available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook formats, and additional releases from Ink Pop are expected to span genres from fantasy and romance to slice-of-life and comedy. The imprint’s mission is clear: to be a welcoming gateway for kids and teens into the world of global comics.
Stay tuned to The Kitsune Network for further coverage of Ink Pop and upcoming manga and webtoon releases.
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Step aside, steampunk clichés—Silver Palace is here to dazzle with its gorgeously dark Victorian world, anime-inspired aesthetics, and detective-noir action. The newly announced action-RPG from Elementa has officially opened global pre-registration, giving fans a first look into the mysterious metropolis of Silvernia.
Powered by Unreal Engine 5, Silver Palace was unveiled alongside a cinematic trailer and an extended 10-minute gameplay walkthrough that highlights fast-paced combat, intricate character design, and story-rich exploration. The game is now open for pre-registration via the official website.
*The game is still in development, and the current build does not represent the final quality*
Welcome to Silvernia: A City Fueled by Silverium and Secrets
Set in an industrial-age metropolis glimmering with Victorian elegance, Silver Palace casts players as a “Detective” navigating a city built on the miraculous element known as Silverium. This discovery launched Silvernia into a golden age of invention—but beneath the mechanical marvels lie conspiracies, crimes, and chaos.
As corporate monopolies, underground syndicates, royal houses, and cults all fight to control Silverium’s immense power, players must team up with a cast of diverse anime-style partners to solve mysteries and combat shadowy forces lurking in the city’s underbelly.
Real-Time Combat with Stylish Anime Action
Silver Palace delivers fluid real-time action where players can switch between characters mid-combat, execute flashy QTE (Quick Time Event) combos, and master devastating skill chains. The gameplay focuses on both high-impact battles and rich story-driven investigation sequences.
From elegant ballrooms to neon-lit alleyways, players will:
Explore sprawling urban districts
Investigate crime scenes and collect evidence
Face off against powerful enemies with unique movesets
Uncover the hidden lore of Silvernia through interactive storytelling
All of it is wrapped in a visually polished, anime-style presentation that feels both familiar and refreshingly new for fans of the ARPG genre.
There is no set release date yet, however, global pre-registration is live now at the official website and as of May 23, 2 millions users have preregistered. Fans can also follow Silver Palace for updates, trailers, and behind-the-scenes peeks at:
Stay tuned as Elementa brings Silvernia to life with full throttle action, immersive storytelling, and the kind of aesthetic that turns heads and melts hard drives.
Silver Palace is shaping up to be a must-play for fans of detective drama, anime-style action, and atmospheric worldbuilding. The Kitsune Network will be keeping close tabs on this title as it develops—because in Silvernia, nothing is ever what it seems.
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Get ready, sweet tooth gamers—your summer just got a lot sweetier! Beard Papa’s, the globally loved Japanese cream puff chain, is joining forces with HoYoverse’s action-RPGZenless Zone Zerofor a nationwide collab that’s bringing fresh flavor and fan service to dessert lovers across the U.S.!
From June 8 through July 15, 2025, participating Beard Papa’s locations will offer Zenless Zone Zero-themed cream puffs, limited-edition merch, and even exclusive in-game rewards to celebrate the crossover.
🍩 New Cream Puff Flavors, Inspired by New Eridu
Straight from the streets of New Eridu to your local bakery, this collab introduces two limited-time-only cream puff creations:
Key Lime Crumble Puff – A zesty, tangy crumble topping layered over silky vanilla bean custard.
Royal Raspberry Puff – A rich raspberry glaze with a smooth vanilla custard center—berry bright and perfectly sweet.
Beard Papa’s Original Vanilla Puff Royal Raspberry Puff Key Lime Crumble Puff
🎁 Collectible Puff Sets & Game Codes
Three puff set options offer a combo of flavors, merch, and Zenless Zone Zero in-game goodies:
2-Puff Set: Includes one of each collab flavor, a limited-edition badge, and a unique in-game code card.
4-Puff Set: Adds two original cream puffs and your choice of Anby or Burnice acrylic standee.
6-Puff Set: Double up on all flavors, plus the badge, acrylic standee, and a code card.
Tin Badge (Handed out at random)Anby or Burnice acrylic standee.in-game code card
Each code unlocks exclusive content in Zenless Zone Zero, perfect for fans looking to sweeten their loadout.
🎉 Beard Papa’s @ Anime Expo 2025
Heading to Anime Expo? Stop by Beard Papa’s Little Tokyo location (333 Alameda St Ste 106, Los Angeles) from July 3–6 for an on-site celebration featuring:
Collab puff flavors available for purchase
Special photo ops with life-sized Anby and Burnice standees
A Zenless Zone Zero treasure hunt event
Exclusive collab sets just for AX attendees
“We’re thrilled to partner with HoYoverse and bring the energy of Zenless Zone Zero into our bakeries,” said Beard Papa’s Marketing Director, Mark Nathan. “It’s a fun blend of fandom, food, and gaming culture—and it’s delicious.”
The teaser visual for the new series introduces two new angel brothers, sent from heaven to Daten City. These characters, Polyester (voiced by Junya Enoki) and Polyurethane (voiced by Yuto Uemura), will add a unique dynamic to the story.
I’m ecstatic to be able to take part in this off-the-walls series of refined taste! Since the audition, I was directed to “be cuter!”, so placing my complete trust in Enoki-san as the role of my older brother, I tried my best to portray the cuteness of a new angel during the recordings. I have so many things to learn from my seniors that there’s no time to be embarrassed by the vulgar language. I’m having lots of fun voicing Polyurethane! Thank you for all your support!
I’m a fan of Director Imaishi, so I’m very happy to be able to participate in PANTY & STOCKING’s new series! The story is, as usual, something I’m worried about whether it can actually be aired, but it’s really interesting! To order to see the smiles of all the PANTY & STOCKING fans and Director Imaishi, I’ll give it my all!
– Via Press Release
Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt will return with its signature blend of hyper-crazy battle action and human comedy drama, following the misadventures of the fallen angel sisters, Panty and Stocking. Set in Daten City, a realm between heaven and hell, the show will continue to explore the sisters’ struggle to purify the world from sinister spirits known as “Ghosts.”
The cast for the new series includes:
Panty: Arisa Ogasawara
Stocking: Mariya Ise
Garterbelt: Koji Ishii
Polyester: Junya Enoki
Polyurethane: Yuto Uemura
And more…
Directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi, Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt will feature the return of co-directors Hiromi Wakabayashi and Akira Furukawa, with music by Taku Takahashi, TeddyLoid, and more. Animation production is handled by TRIGGER, known for its unique style and boundary-pushing creativity.
STORY
The bitch angel sisters stir up a hyper-crazy battle action human comedy drama!
In Daten City, a realm between heaven and hell, sinister spirits known as “Ghosts” prowl the streets, feeding on human desires and resentment. Yet, in the darkest moments, two figures emerge to obliterate these vengeful beings with a divine light beyond human understanding. Their names? Panty & Stocking!
These fallen angel sisters have been tasked with purging the darkness engulfing the earth. But who are they, really? Are they truly messengers of God… or agents of the Devil?
Staff:
Created by: GEEKFLEET Director: Hiroyuki Imaishi Co-Directors: Hiromi Wakabayashi / Akira Furukawa Series composition: Hiroyuki Imaishi / Hiromi Wakabayashi Original character designer: Atushi Nishigori Character designer: Shigeto Koyama / SUSHiO / Masaru Sakamoto Art director: Shigeto Koyama Special specialist: Yoh Yoshinari Concept planner: Hiromi Wakabayashi Title logo design: Ai Nonaka Color coordinator: Yukiko Kakita Background Director: Masanobu Nomura Editor: Junichi Uematsu Composite Director: Katsunori Shiradou Recoeding director: Hiroki Urakari Music producer: ☆Taku Takahashi In-between supervisor: Nahoko Kosugi Animation producer: Naoko Tsutsumi Animation studio: TRIGGER
Music: ☆Taku Takahashi / TeddyLoid / m-flo / TAKU INOUE / 80KIDZ / KM / TAAR / MONJOE / Yackle / Mitsunori Ikeda / Junji Chiba / and more
Cast:
Panty: Arisa Ogasawara Stocking: Mariya Ise Garterbelt: Koji Ishii Brief: Hiroyuki Yoshino Chuck: Takashi Nakamura Scanty: Yuka Komatsu Kneesocks: Akeno Watanabe Fastener: Yuko Natsuyoshi
Polyester: Junya Enoki Polyurethane: Yuto Uemura
For more updates and to catch the latest teasers, follow the official Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt accounts:
TRIGGER, the popular unit from Idolish7, is set to release their highly anticipated third original album, Trois, on March 12, 2025. This new album follows the grand concept of “Lueur des Trois” (The Light of Three) and is divided into three distinct movements: Origine, Passion, and Scène. The album’s structure invites listeners to explore the group’s journey, passion, and growth through an immersive symphonic experience.
Trois includes standout tracks such as the emotional and progressive dance piece Triple Down, produced by Ryo Takahashi, with seductive lyrics by multi-artist R･O･N. Another highlight is Sol, an innovative electronic track composed by Taiki Kudo of Da-iCE. The album offers a unique blend of genres and emotions, celebrating TRIGGER’s musical evolution.
For those looking for something extra special, the limited first edition of Trois comes with a bonus CD featuring Suites pour violon seul “Trois”, a violin suite that intertwines themes from the three movements. It also includes a self-remix of Triple Down, titled Triple Down -VC’s ‘Hermetic Art’ UKG Remix-. The limited edition also includes an original acrylic stand featuring artwork by manga artist Arina Tanemura.
The jacket visual for both editions of Trois features newly drawn artwork by Arina Tanemura, adding a personal touch for fans of the Idolish7 franchise.
Fans can check out the teaser trailer for Troishere and find the album available for streaming and download via this link.
The highly anticipated anime Turkey! – Time to Strike- has released its second key visual ahead of its premiere in July 2025. Along with the visual, new details about the series’ plot and staff have also been revealed.
Set against the backdrop of high school bowling, Turkey! – Time to Strike- tells the story of Mai, a “genius who never wins,” and her teammates—Rina, Sayuri, Nozomi, and Nanase—who are all members of the Ikkokukan High School Bowling Club. Despite the team’s struggles and setbacks, they continue to push forward, striving for victory as they battle through the summer’s final chapter. The title, “Turkey,” refers to a bowling term for scoring three consecutive strikes, symbolizing the team’s perseverance and determination.
The series is directed by Susumu Kudo, with a script written by Naomi Hiruta. Character design and chief animation direction are handled by Airi Takekawa, and Yuki Hayashi provides the music. The production is a collaboration between BAKKEN RECORD and PONY CANYON, with animation produced by BAKKEN RECORD.
Fans of the beloved Sound! Euphonium series can rejoice as Sound! Euphonium, The Final Movie has been announced and is set to premiere in 2026. This marks the next chapter for the popular brass band anime, which has captured the hearts of viewers since its debut in April 2015.
The Sound! Euphonium series, produced by Kyoto Animation, has garnered immense praise for its stunning visuals, heartfelt storytelling, and unforgettable music. Over the years, it has spanned three seasons and five films, including theatrical releases, special editions, and spin-offs. This year, the anime is celebrating its 10th anniversary, a milestone that highlights the lasting impact it has had on fans worldwide.
At the Sound! Euphonium 10th Anniversary Event in Yokohama, Japan, a new trailer and teaser visual for the upcoming movie were unveiled. Takes a nostalgic journey through the past decade, reflecting on key moments in the series’ history.
For fans eager to relive the magic, don’t forget to revisit the Sound! Euphonium series ahead of the movie’s release in 2026.
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HIDIVE has announced the addition of Rock is a Lady’s Modesty to its exclusive simulcast lineup for Spring 2025. The coming-of-age drama, which centers around the world of intense rock music, will premiere on April 3, 2025, and will be available exclusively on HIDIVE.
“We’re excited to add Rock is a Lady’s Modesty to our Spring 2025 simulcast line-up,” said John Ledford, President of HIDIVE. “This series combines captivating music with a powerful coming-of-age story, making it a must-watch for anime fans this spring.”
– Via Press Release
Set in an elite all-girls’ academy, the story follows Lilisa Suzunomiya, the daughter of a real estate tycoon, who is forced to give up her guitar and rock music to conform to her new life after her mother’s remarriage. However, Lilisa’s passion for music is reignited when she hears the sounds of a skilled drummer in an old school building. Together, they embrace their inner rockstars, challenging the refined traditions of the academy in this gripping tale of grace, rebellion, and self-discovery.
Based on the seinen manga series by Hiroshi Fukuda, Rock is a Lady’s Modesty began serialization in Hakusensha’s Young Animal magazine in October 2022 and has since been collected in six volumes. The anime adaptation is directed by Shinya Watada, with writing by Shogo Yasukawa, character design by Risa Miyadani, and production by BN Pictures. The series stars Akira Sekine as Lilisa Suzunomiya and Miyuri Shimabukuro as Otoha Kurogane.
Don’t miss Rock is a Lady’s Modesty, premiering on HIDIVE this April!
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HIDIVE has announced the upcoming simulcast of Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho, a thrilling supernatural historical fantasy series based on the popular manga and novel series by Motoo Nakanishi.
The series will kick off HIDIVE’s Spring 2025 line-up with a special 60-minute first episode, debuting on Monday, March 31, 2025, at 8:30 AM Eastern. Following the premiere, new 30-minute episodes will air every Monday at 11:00 AM Eastern.
“We’re thrilled to kick off HIDIVE’s Spring 2025 simulcast season with the exciting new series Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho,” said John Ledford, President of HIDIVE. “This series offers a captivating blend of fantasy, action, adventure, and drama that will take fans on a truly epic journey spanning centuries.”
-Via Press Release
Set during Japan’s Edo period, the story follows Jinta, a wandering orphan who, along with his younger sister Suzune, is raised by a shrine maiden named Itskihime in the mountain village of Kadono. Jinta embarks on a dangerous mission to defeat a mysterious demon who warns him of a looming Demon God threat. This sets the stage for an epic journey through time, spanning from the Edo to the Heisei periods, as Jinta struggles with his role as a demon hunter and the burden of wielding a sword.
Adapted from Motoo Nakanishi’s light novel and manga series, Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho is a captivating supernatural tale. The 14-volume light novel series is published by Futabasha, while the manga, which began in September 2021, is illustrated by Yū Satomi and published under Futabasha’s Action Comics label. Both the manga and light novel are available in English from Seven Seas Entertainment.
The anime adaptation is directed by Kazuya Aiura, with writing by Deko Akao, character design by Taro Ikegami, and production by Yokohama Animation Laboratory. The series stars Taku Yashiro as Jinta, Reina Ueda as Suzune, and Saori Hayami as Shirayuki.
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