Mint's Anime Story

New Cast Members Join "Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table" Anime The anime adaptation of Yuushi Ukai's light novel series, "Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table," has announced additional cast members. The series premiered in Japan on January 7 and is available on various platforms. Cast Additions Shizuka Itou, known for her role in "Yofukashi no Uta," will voice Hakushi. Natsuko Abe, from "Kami no Tou: Ouji no Kikan," will play Moegi. Airi will be voiced by Yume Miyamoto, who starred in "Wonder Egg Priority." Rina Honizumi, from "Ore dake Level Up na Ken," will portray Chara. Ayana Taketatsu, of "Vigilante: Boku no Hero Academia Illegals," will voice Sumiyaka. Production Team Souta Ueno is directing the anime at Studio Deen. Rintarou Ikeda is in charge of series composition. Eri Osada is designing the characters. Junichi Matsumoto is composing the music. Light Novel and Manga Informatio...

Romelia Senki Anime Adaptation Announces Cast, Staff, and Premiere Date The anime adaptation of Ryou Ariyama's light novel series, "Romelia Senki: Maou wo Taoshita Ato mo Jinrui Yabasou dakara Guntai Soshiki shita" (A History of the Romelia), has officially announced its main cast and production staff. Fans can anticipate the premiere of this action fantasy series in 2026. Cast Reveal The main cast members have been revealed, promising a strong voice acting performance for the series. Romelia von Graham: Yuuna Nemoto, known for her role in "Futari Solo Camp," will voice the protagonist, Romelia von Graham. Al: Jin Ogasawara, recognized for his work in "Dark Moon: Tsuki no Saidan," will portray the character Al. Ray: Tomohiro Ono, famous for his role in "Sentai Red Isekai de Boukensha ni Naru," will lend his voice to the character Ray. Production Staff Announcement The production team behind the anime adaptation boasts experienc...

From Manga to Anime: "From Overshadowed to Overpowered" Coming This July Square Enix has announced that Kentarou's manga adaptation of Arata Shiraishi's light novel series, "From Overshadowed to Overpowered" (Rakudai Kenja no Gakuin Musō: Nidome no Tensei, S-Rank Cheat Majutsushi Bōkenroku), will be receiving a television anime adaptation. The anime is set to premiere in July, adapting the manga version of the story with its slightly altered title. Celebratory Illustrations To commemorate the announcement, Kentarou, the artist behind the manga, created a special illustration. Hisashi Ishii, the anime's director, also contributed an illustration to celebrate the occasion. Cast Announcement The anime adaptation has revealed its main cast members. Shūichirō Umeda will be playing the protagonist, Ephtal. Reo Osanai will be taking on the role of the heroine, Anastasia. Haruka Shiraishi will be portraying Marin, the head of the magical academy. Story O...

Square Enix Announces Anime Adaptation of "From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage" Square Enix has launched an official website for the television anime adaptation of Arata Shiraishi's light novel series, "Rakudai Kenja no Gakuin Musou: Nidome no Tensei, S-Rank Cheat Majutsushi Boukenroku," also known as "From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage." The announcement includes the unveiling of the main cast, staff, and a teaser visual. The anime is scheduled to premiere in July 2026. Cast Details The anime adaptation has confirmed the voice actors for its main characters. Shuuichirou Umeda, known for his role in "Vigilante: Boku no Hero Academia Illegals," will voice Ephtal. Anastasia will be voiced by Reo Osanai, who previously worked on "Isekai Nonbiri Nouka." Haruka Shiraishi, recognized for her role in "Clevatess," will voice Merlin. Staff Announ...

Criterion Channel to Stream Gunbuster: The Movie and Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Season 1 The Criterion Channel is set to enrich its anime collection with the addition of two iconic titles this March. Fans can look forward to streaming Gunbuster: The Movie and the first season of Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex . This announcement promises to bring classic and influential anime to a wider audience through the curated streaming service. Gunbuster: The Movie Arrives on Criterion Gunbuster: The Movie is not the standalone film that some might expect. Instead, it is part of the Gunbuster vs Diebuster Aim for the Top! The GATTAI!! Movie double feature, initially released in 2006. This double feature combines the original Gunbuster with its sequel, Gunbuster 2: Diebuster . The Gunbuster portion of this cinematic pairing runs for 95 minutes and boasts a revitalized audio experience. It was remastered with a new 5.1 audio mix and features re-recorded voice lines f...

A-DO Manga Returns From Hiatus Jaku Amano's A-DO manga has resumed serialization in the March issue of Kodansha's Monthly Young Magazine, which was released on Thursday. The series had been on hiatus since October due to the author's health. Fans will be happy to see the series back on track. Series Ending Soon The 11th volume of the manga revealed that the series will conclude with its 12th volume. The final volume is scheduled for release in early 2026. This gives readers a timeframe for the manga's conclusion. Final Series Arc The manga entered its "final series" back in June. Readers can expect the story to be heading towards its climax. English Release Kodansha USA Publishing is releasing the manga in English. This allows English-speaking fans to enjoy the series as well. Story Synopsis The story is set in Japan, which has become a diverse mix of people and cultures following a wave of immigration. The country is experiencing protests from xeno...

In the Clear Moonlit Dusk: A Professor's Predicament This week, instead of a lecture hall, I'm writing from... well, let's just say an undisclosed location. Last week's class cancellation wasn't due to a Super Bowl hangover permeating the very air of Seattle, though that was a factor. The truth is, In the Clear Moonlit Dusk is pushing me to the brink, and the added pressure from the higher-ups regarding "gender ideology" isn't helping. The Prince and the Problem Episode five, with a community score of 3.8, and episode six, scoring a slightly lower 3.6, continue to present challenges. "The Side of Me I Don't Know" opens with Yoi doubling down on her "prince" persona, a clear avoidance tactic after her gyoza date with Ichimura. She's overwhelmed by her feelings and reverts to playing the gallant figure, showering attention on the girls around her. This begs the question: what's the motivation behind Yoi's prince...

I Want Your Mother to be With Me! Volumes 1-2: A Surprisingly Mature Manga Synopsis Ryo Ishizuka is a young man with two ambitions. He studies diligently to become an accountant while working a part-time job. His other goal is to confess his feelings to Yuzuki Tachibana, a widow and coworker at the pawnshop. Despite their good rapport, Yuzuki rejects Ryo's confession, stating her priority as a single mother. The manga explores how their relationship evolves after this awkward turn of events. A Deep Dive into Single Parenthood Being a single parent presents numerous challenges. Raising a child demands considerable time, money, and responsibility, which are often difficult for even two parents to manage. Single parents face the added burden of fulfilling these demands alone, inevitably leading to sacrifices. Social life suffers, work hours increase, and attending to a child's needs becomes difficult. "I Want Your Mother to be With Me!" explores these difficulties ...

Manga "In So Deep It's Love Already" to Conclude with Volume 10 Reida Soragaki's manga series, "In So Deep It's Love Already" (Numa Sugite Mohaya Koi), is set to conclude with its 10th volume in July. This news was revealed in the ninth compiled book volume of the series, which was released on February 13. Series Overview and Plot "In So Deep It's Love Already" debuted in Kodansha's Dessert magazine in May 2022. The story revolves around Kirino, a girl who decided to dedicate her life to her idol after a past heartbreak. However, her life takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of Kametani, a mysterious transfer student who shares a similar aura to her beloved idol. On his very first day, Kametani's aloof demeanor captures Kirino's attention. He warns the girls not to approach him, which only piques Kirino's curiosity. As she delves deeper, she uncovers his secret, leading to unexpected developments in their relation...

Haibara's Teenage New Game+ Anime Set to Premiere in April The television anime adaptation of Kazuki Amamiya's light novel series, "Haibara's Teenage New Game+," is scheduled to debut in April. The official website has revealed additional cast members and details about the upcoming series. New Cast Members Announced Ryota Suzuki will voice Tatsuya Nagiura, a member of the basketball club and Natsuki's classmate. Tomohiro Ono will play Reita Shiratori, a member of the soccer club who has been friends with Uta and Tatsuya since middle school. These new cast additions will enrich the already established character dynamics within the anime. Premiere and Advance Screening The anime will air on TBS and BS11 in April. An advance screening event is planned for March 15 in Tokyo, where the first four episodes will be showcased. This event provides an early opportunity for fans to experience the anime. Main Cast and Staff Yuto Uemura will voice Natsuki Haibara,...

Haibara's Teenage New Game+ Anime Announces Supporting Cast The official website for the television anime adaptation of Kazuki Amamiya's light novel series, "Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game" (Haibara's Teenage New Game+), has revealed two new additions to its voice cast. This announcement promises to further enrich the already anticipated anime adaptation. New Voice Actors Join the Cast Ryouta Suzuki, known for his work in "Nihon e Youkoso Elf-san," will be lending his voice to the character Tatsuya Nagiura. Tomohiro Ono, recognized for his role in "[Oshi no Ko]," will be voicing Reita Shiratori. These additions suggest the anime production is steadily moving forward with a talented cast. Production Details and Staff Misuzu Hoshino, who previously worked on "Saikin Yatotta Maid ga Ayashii," is directing the anime at Studio Comet. Keiichirou Oochi, responsible for the series composition of "5-toubun no Hanayome,...

The Villager of Level 999 Anime Adaptation Reveals Additional Cast and More The television anime adaptation of Koneko Hoshizuki's light novel, "Lv999 no Murabito" (The Villager of Level 999), has unveiled exciting new details, including five additional cast members, a second teaser visual, and a promotional video. Fans can anticipate the anime's premiere on TV Tokyo, BS Fuji, and other stations in July 2026. New Cast Members Announced The anime adaptation has expanded its voice cast with the addition of five talented actors, each bringing a unique character to life. Takako: Voiced by Hiroya Egashira, known for their work in "Kami no Tou: Koubou-sen". Rex: Voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki, recognized for their role in "Sword Art Online: Alicization". Krull: Voiced by Manaka Iwami, celebrated for their performance in "Tensei Oujo to Tensai Reijou no Mahou Kakumei". Tina: Voiced by Aoi Koga, acclaimed for their work in "Mahou ...