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Love in Focus Volume 3 Review

Now that we’ve reached the end of Love in Focus, I can look back and say I enjoyed the series quite a lot. The characters were likeable and the romance was intriguing. Anyone looking for a shorter shojo series should definitely give this one a read.

Demelza • 27th July 2019

News

Entries Open for the 50th International Children’s Art Exhibition (ICAE)

Japanese stationary manufacturer PENTEL has opened this year's competition for their International Children's Art Exhibition (ICAE) where winning pictures will be displayed in galleries across Japan. Here are details for the UK.

genkinahito • 26th July 2019

News

Crunchyroll to simulcast SD Gundam World SANGOKU SOKETSUDEN and Try Knights

Two more Summer 2019 anime shows join Crunchyroll's line-up for the simulcast season.

NormanicGrav • 25th July 2019

Book Review

Koyomimonogatari Part 1 Review

Koyomimonogatari is a refreshing change from the adventures we’ve embarked on thus far, although its English release may prove to be its downfall for some.

Demelza • 25th July 2019

News

Miss Caretaker of Sunohara-sou is coming to Funimation Now with an English dub!

Funimation adds a catalog series from Summer 2018 to their streaming platform in dubbed and subbed form.

NormanicGrav • 23rd July 2019

News

Kyoto Animation Fundraiser Raises Over $2 Million

Anime fans from across the world have donated over $2 Million (£1.6M) Sentai Filmworks' GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for Kyoto Animation following last week's tragic arson attack.

Josh A. Stevens • 23rd July 2019

News

MVM Entertainment Reveals Q4 2019 UK Anime Release Slate

Another steelbook release is planned, and we have more Aniplex titles coming to the UK on Blu-ray.

NormanicGrav • 23rd July 2019

Manga Review

Magus of the Library Volume 1 Review

Overall, I loved every second I spent with Magus of the Library. Theo is a likeable main character, with a passion for books as mighty as my own. The story itself is relatable to anyone who loves printed media, and younger readers will be captivated by the fantasy elements.

Demelza • 23rd July 2019

Features

Share Your Stories of Kyoto Animation

In honour of Kyoto Animation, we want to hear YOUR stories about what the beloved anime studio and their work means to you.

Josh A. Stevens • 19th July 2019

News

Afro Samurai, Black Butler II, Blood-C, Deadman Wonderland Scheduled for Funimation Now UK

Four more Manga UK catalog titles joins the Funimation Now UK streaming service.

NormanicGrav • 19th July 2019

News

Kyoto Animation: All Past Materials & Computers Destroyed In Fire

Kyoto Animation President Hideaki Hatta has confirmed that all past animation materials and computers at the company's 1st studio building were destroyed in the tragic fire that killed 33 people.

Josh A. Stevens • 19th July 2019

News

Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac Now Streaming on Netflix

Toei's new adaptation of the classic manga series is now streaming exclusively on Netflix.

NormanicGrav • 19th July 2019

Manga Review

Monster and the Beast Volume 1 Review

Man encounters monster in a dark forest...but which one is the true beast? New mangaka Renji introduces us to a very odd and unlikely couple in the engaging first volume of Monster and the Beast.

Sarah • 19th July 2019

News

Multiple Fatalities Confirmed in Kyoto Animation Fire

At least 33 people have died in a suspected arson attack at the beloved anime studio Kyoto Animation.

Josh A. Stevens • 18th July 2019

News

Anime Limited Announces Re:ZERO Standard Editions, Part 1 Replacement Scheme

Anime Limited have confirmed plans for their previously announced Re: Zero -Starting Life In Another World- Part 1 Blu-ray, while also announcing a Standard Edition release for the popular anime!

Josh A. Stevens • 17th July 2019

News

Live-Action Akira Put On Hold As Taika Waititi Joins Thor 4

Warner Bros. live-action Akira has been put on hold once more, following news that director Taika Waititi has signed on to a sequel of Thor: Ragnarok.

Josh A. Stevens • 16th July 2019

News

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day and Granblue Fantasy the Animation Now Streaming on UK Netflix

Two more Aniplex titles are now streaming on Netflix, one of which is finally made available for the UK again.

NormanicGrav • 15th July 2019

Features

Spring Season 2019 – It’s Over! So what was that all about, then?

There were several big name anime series in Spring Season 2019 - but did they live up to their reputations? Were there any surprise gems to emerge from the shadow of these starry shows? Join some of the writers at Anime UK News as they discuss the titles that impressed them the most...

AUKN Staff • 15th July 2019

Book Review

Woof Woof Story: I Told You to Turn Me Into a Pampered Pooch, Not Fenrir! Volume 2 Review

In the second volume of Woof Woof Story we reunite with a now 2-month-old Routa to find out if he can continue keep his true identity a secret! With a family vacation planned, things seem peaceful for the Pampered Pooch, but trouble is never far away...

Demelza • 14th July 2019

Anime Review

Naruto Shippuden Box Set 37 Review

Naruto Shippuden Box Set 37 is… not the final release of the series, despite the first volume of its sequel series being released after it. What Box 37 IS though is the final few episodes of adapted manga material, and the finale of the long… LONG Fourth Great Shinobi War story arc. How does it hold up? Well…

Cold Cobra • 13th July 2019