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Opinion

Why The Rising of the Shield Hero’s Anime Is Better Than the Original Light Novel

The Rising of the Shield Hero's introduction into the world of anime has had a rocky start – but how does it compare to the original material?

Demelza • 16th January 2019

Features

Autumn Overview 2018 – Anime UK News writers look back over the season

How was the Autumn Season 2018 for you? Anime UK News writers have been looking back and asking: did the series we were looking forward to live up to their initial promise?

AUKN Staff • 15th January 2019

Features

Anime Adaptations Part 2: From West to East

In Part 2 of this mini-article series, we flip the game over and ask: what Western media would make great anime adaptations?

darkstorm • 27th December 2018

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Anime Adaptations Part 1: From East to West

In Part 1 of this article mini-series, we discuss Japanese series that have been made into Western films so far and have a think about what anime would make for a good live action US adaptation...

darkstorm • 26th December 2018

Roundup

Anime UK News Review of 2018 Part 2: Manga and Light Novels

With more options becoming available to read manga and light novels legally, has 2018 been a good year for print and digital formats? The AUKN writers are here with some recommendations of titles you won't want to miss!

AUKN Staff • 20th December 2018

Roundup

Anime UK News Review of 2018 Part 1: Anime

Has 2018 been a good, bad or indifferent year for UK anime fans? Find out what impressed the writers Anime UK News - and let us know what your favourites are too!

AUKN Staff • 19th December 2018

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Anime UK News Christmas Gift Guide 2018

Need some help with Christmas presents this year? Then gather round for a festive tale of anime gift giving...

darkstorm • 1st December 2018

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Anime UK News – Our Favourite Halloween Specials

The Anime UK News team pick out their favourite anime to watch at this spookiest time of year!

AUKN Staff • 29th October 2018

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Autumn Streaming Preview 2018

Bewildered by the wealth of new titles on offer in the Autumn 2018 Season? The Anime UK News writers are here to share their recommendations!

AUKN Staff • 21st October 2018

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Summer Season 2018 Overview

As the Summer Season 2018 draws to a close, four of the AUKN writers look back at the shows that caught their attention.

AUKN Staff • 16th October 2018

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Interview: Mamoru Hosoda on Mirai, Family and Studio Chizu

Ahead of the release of Mirai next month, we talk to anime director Mamoru Hosoda about the film, his experiences as a new father, and the formation of Studio Chizu!

Josh A. Stevens • 13th October 2018

Features

Garrison Girl: Rachel Aaron Interview

Rachel Aaron, author of Attack on Titan novel Garrison Girl, talks about her work and influences.

Sarah • 6th August 2018

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Summer Season 2018 Preview – First Thoughts from the AUKN Writers

Too many titles to choose from in the Summer 2018 Streaming Season? Need some recommendations? The writers at Anime UK News are here to share their first thoughts on new and returning series.

AUKN Staff • 2nd August 2018

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Looking Back at the Spring Season 2018

The Spring Season 2018 has brought a wealth of anime shows. Join some of the AUKN writers as they share their thoughts on the series that impressed them the most. One thing's for sure: we won't have covered all the titles on offer - so do share some of your favourites with us!

AUKN Staff • 13th July 2018

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Is DVD a Dying Format for UK Anime?

With MVM Entertainment announcing plans to drop DVDs after this year, we ask the country's anime distributors for their thoughts on the format!

Josh A. Stevens • 6th July 2018

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INTERVIEW: How Mari Okada’s Cats Inspired Maquia

Renowned for her screenwriting in anime like The Anthem of the Heart and AnoHana: The Flower We Saw That Day, Mari Okada makes her long-awaited directorial debut with the emotional fantasy…

Josh A. Stevens • 26th June 2018