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Fruit of the Underworld Volume 1 Review

Aya Kanno returns to the West with a brand new series: Fruit of the Underworld. Here one unlucky protagonist finds himself doing whatever it takes to protect the best friend who's always stood beside him.

Demelza • 15th April 2026

Manga Review

Merit and the Egyptian God Volume 1 Review

Ancient Egypt takes on a new twist when Merit finds herself alive in the Underworld and the only way back is to break Anubis' curse and convince him to return to his job of judging souls!

Noemi10 • 14th April 2026

Manga Review

Otherside Picnic Volumes 10, 11 and 12 Review

Forming up as a climax to what the series has been doing so far, these three volumes see Sorawo, Toriko and Kozakura battle Runa Urumi and her crazy Satsuki Uruma obsessed cult, who will stop at nothing in order to make it over to the Otherside.

Onosume • 13th April 2026

Manga Review

Blue Period Volume 17 Review

As Yatora’s second year draws to an end, he meets up with the members of his old high school art club again – including Mori-senpai!

Sarah • 12th April 2026

Anime Review

Love Live! Superstar!! Season 3 Collector’s Edition Review

Returning for its third and final season, Love Live! Superstar!! throws Liella! into disarray when Kanon is assigned to teach Margerete how to sing. What follows is a journey to the original five’s graduation, wrought with a mixture of rainbows, tears, and an inspirational heart.

Onosume • 11th April 2026

Manga Review

Honey Bee & Lemon Balm Volume 1 Review

Kaoru – young, destitute and just out of prison – has a life-changing encounter with a young florist who runs a nighttime flower shop. Are they destined to change each other’s lives…?

Sarah • 10th April 2026

Manhwa/Manhua Review

Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint Volumes 6 and 7 Review

The oracles and renouncers have made their presence known and it's up to Dokja and his comrades to stop their plans by pretending to be the novel's protagonist, Junghyeok Yu!

Noemi10 • 9th April 2026

Manga Review

How to Deal When Your Intimidating Neighbor is Actually an Omega Volume 2 Review

Alpha Kouta’s neighbour might look scary but he’s an Omega – and now the two are dating! Where exactly is this relationship heading?

Sarah • 8th April 2026

Manga Review

Nezumi’s First Love Volumes 2 and 3 Review

Having completed Nezumi's training to become a hitman, Ao embarks on his first mission. But will he really be able to kill someone to protect his relationship?

Demelza • 7th April 2026

Roundup

Winter 2026 Overview

As the Winter Season fades away, our writers at Anime UK News return to talk about how their Preview choices have turned out (with a few extras!).

AUKN Staff • 4th April 2026

News

Crunchyroll 2026 Anime Awards

VOTE TO FIGHT FOR THE ANIME YOU LOVE!

Crunchyroll Reveals Nominees and Star-Studded Celebrity Presenter Line-up for the 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards

Anime of the Year Nominees Include DAN…

Sarah • 2nd April 2026

Manga Review

In Another World, My Sister Stole My Name Volumes 2 and 3 Review

After an attempt on her life, Ichika has awoken to the powers of the saint, and now she's chosen to work for the kingdom, putting her abilities to good use. But will she ever find a way of getting to the bottom of her sister's actions?

Demelza • 2nd April 2026

News

Crunchyroll Announces More Titles for their Spring 2026 Slate

Including Fan Favourites and 8 New Titles!

The Spring 2026 line-up at Crunchyroll also includes 8 all-new titles such as The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch, Killed again, Mr. Detective,…

Sarah • 1st April 2026

Manga Review

Witch Hat Atelier Volume 14 Review

Coco seeks Lord Beldaruit’s help to use the Counterclock spell to defeat the valance leech attacking the city – but Vice Captain Easthies is determined to stop her!

Sarah • 1st April 2026

Manga Review

Lonely Deaths Lie Thick as Snow Volume 1 Review

Detective Jin Saeki is sent to investigate a burglary case but gets more than he bargained for when the police discover the bodies of children locked away in the basement. Who is behind this horrific crime, and what else will Saeki unearth as he investigates?

Demelza • 31st March 2026

Manga Review

Marrying the Dark Knight (For Her Money) Volume 1 Review

Clarice must marry the Dark Knight to save her family, but the Dark Knight is actually a woman?! This new yuri series is a fun and light-hearted read.

darkstorm • 29th March 2026

Manga Review

My Mate Is a Feline Gentleman: Yokohama Arc Review

What is it like bringing up twins with Nyartigian blood? Toushirou and his husband Alex are about to find out in the latest volume of this omegaverse BL manga.

Sarah • 28th March 2026

Manga Review

Perfectly Fine on My Own, So My Fiancé Can Twist in the Wind Volume 1 Review

Nicole has dedicated herself to being the perfect woman for her fiancé, but he's entirely fixated on another woman and ignores her. When her spirits hit an all-time low, Nicole decides to live for herself! Will she find a happy ending, or is there just a big misunderstanding behind it all?

Demelza • 27th March 2026

Manga Review

Dragon Quest: The Mark of Erdrick – Volume 3

The Mark of Erdrick continues and its connection to Dragon Quest III becomes even stronger with the appearance of a resurrected enemy from the game, followed by the introduction of a rather odd new companion…

Cold Cobra • 26th March 2026

Anime Review

Spy Classroom Complete Collection Review

Studio Feel adapts the popular Spy Classroom light novel series to anime, but does it prove an interesting watch?

Demelza • 25th March 2026