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Saga of Tanya the Evil: The Complete Series Review

Saga of Tanya the Evil takes its core concepts and utilises them fairly well, making for a violent yet fascinating insight into an alternative world where war reigns supreme and a young child is the unlikely soldier leading on the front line.

HWR • 27th January 2020

Manga Review

Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Volume 3 Review

While I remain unconvinced that the series needed to run for more than the previous two volumes I am enjoying what it offers. Megumin fans will continue to have a blast following her adventures in Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Volume 3.

Demelza • 24th January 2020

Film Review

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion II – Transgression Review

The botched attempt to cram so much material in a small-time frame is not a fun watching experience. This movie is for diehard Code Geass fans only.

darkstorm • 23rd January 2020

Features

Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2020 – Happiness is A State of Mind – Joy and Despair in Japanese Cinema

A preview of the films at the Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2020

genkinahito • 22nd January 2020

Book Review

86: Eighty-Six Volume 3 Review

Overall, 86 Volume 3 offers a satisfying conclusion to the prequel story. With this behind us, I’m excited to find out what awaits Shin and Lena on the battlefield.

Demelza • 22nd January 2020

Anime Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Part 1 Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Part 1 is a solid anime series that adequately adapts its source material but often lacks depth with its expansive cast and sacrifices story elements to fit a 12 episode run. It is arguably the most faithful adaptation the series has seen but at the loss of more stylistic flair, character development and world building.

HWR • 21st January 2020

News

The Japan Foundation Bring Tomihiko Morimi to London for Penguin Highway Screening on February 23rd

Special Penguin Highway screening in London in February... with author Tomihiko Morimi.

genkinahito • 20th January 2020

News

21 Studio Ghibli Anime Films Coming to Netflix (outside Japan, US & Canada)

With North America getting the films on HBO Max, the rest of the world will be able to watch them over on Netflix.

NormanicGrav • 20th January 2020

News

The Garden of Words – the official stage production opens in London in July 2020

Whole Hog Theatre brings World Premiere of stage adaptation of The Garden of Words by Makoto Shinkai to London...

Sarah • 20th January 2020

Anime Review

Cells at Work! Review

With lots of blood and loveable Platelets, welcome to the show that's about someone special... you.

Ian Wolf • 20th January 2020

Anime Review

Devils’ Line Complete Collection Review

Overall, Devils' Line is an enjoyable series if you’re interested in gory supernatural shows. It’s just a shame that its potential is let down by a frustratingly bland love interest who is in constant need of rescue. Fans of the manga will enjoy the adaption but newcomers are likely to bounce off.

Demelza • 18th January 2020

News

Manga Entertainment Schedules UK Release for One Piece Collection 21

The latest collection that covers episodes 493–516 will finally hit the UK soon!

NormanicGrav • 16th January 2020

Manga Review

If I Could Reach You Volume 2 Review

What does it really mean to be in a relationship, or even to be happy in one? In the follow-up to tMnR's stunning debut, we'll learn more about the people around Uta, but will this yuri manga continue to reach us?

Josh A. Stevens • 16th January 2020

News

The List of New Anime Shows & Films Coming to Netflix in 2020 & Beyond

Netflix has a bunch of anime in-store for 2020, from BEASTARS and BNA all the way to Sol Levante, Spriggan and Yasuke.

NormanicGrav • 15th January 2020

News

Funimation Reveals English Simuldub Premiere Dates for Winter 2020 Anime Season

Dates and times are revealed for the 15 Winter 2020 anime titles, plus 5 are returning from previous seasons for the English Simuldub treatment.

NormanicGrav • 14th January 2020

Anime Review

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Set 1 Review

The first season of the anime adaptation of the long-running manga gets its third UK release, to coincide with the release of the second season this week.

Ian Wolf • 14th January 2020

Anime Review

One Punch Man Collection One Review

The first series of One Punch Man gets another release, giving us another chance to go back and witness the animation showcase featuring our favourite bald-headed superhero.

N.E.C • 13th January 2020

Manga Review

My Father Is a Unicorn Review

My Father is a Unicorn is an enjoyable comedy about the difficulties of being a step-father (as well as being a unicorn). While some readers may be disappointed by the lack of continuation, many will still enjoy this heartwarming tale about family.

Demelza • 10th January 2020

Roundup

Autumn Season Overview 2019

As the Autumn Season 2019 draws to its conclusion, the writers at Anime UK News return to assess the series they've been following. Which titles lived up to their initial promise? Which titles jumped the shark? Find out...

AUKN Staff • 9th January 2020

Manga Review

Seven Days: Monday – Sunday Review

Seven Days: Monday-Sunday was a popular BL two-part series a decade ago - and introduced us to Rihito Takarai, a promising new mangaka. Now SuBLime have brought us a timely new 2-in-1 edition - but has the story stood the test of time?

Sarah • 8th January 2020