Special Must Haves In The News, Vol. 5: Digicams, Stuffed Toys And Origami Sets

hatsune miku It’s another episode of Asgard Anime’s Special Must Haves In the News because we just can’t resist but share these bits of news with everyone. First up we have a stuffed Hatsune Miku (初音ミク) doll in her ultra adorable Maruku Naru (まるくなる) form. The doll, based on the illustration made by Nekomura for Xenon-P’s Maruku Naru song, is brought to you by a Japanese online shop called Hobby Shop. The Maruku Miku stands at 250mm tall and is infused with a grapefruit fragrance. Keep Reading

Nosatsu Junkie Creator Releases New Manga Series

hanatoyumeThe Hana to Yume Magazine by Hakusensha has revealed a new serialization by manga artist and writer Ryoko Fukuyama (Nosatsu Junkie). On Saturday, the magazine has launched Fukumenkei Noise, wherein a 72-page chapter was created to run in Hana to Yume as part of its 10th issue of the year celebration. Fukuyama, known for her works centering on light shoujo romance, have created another young love inspired series set on a musical note. Keep Reading

New Mewtwo-Like Pokemon Confirmed To Have A Link To Original Mewtwo

mewtwo2.0News of a Mewtwo-like Pokemon that was revealed to make an appearance in Pokemon X and Y has spread like wild fire. Make no mistake that Pokemon fans were quick to make speculations on the origins of this mysterious creature. The Pokemon Company, however, has finally put a confirmation that this new Legendary Pokemon does have a link to Generation I’s Mewtwo!

This link is not your ordinary Pokemon relationship. Keep Reading

Cast and Staff of Upcoming Hakuoki Movie Revealed

Animhakuoki-castation production company Geneon has recently revealed the staff and cast for the new Hakuoki movie. This much anticipated film project is divifed into two parts and will relay an all new story from its original plot. On Sunday, it is revealed that the first of these two projects is named as Hakuoki: Daichisho Kyoto Ranbu (Hakuoki Chapter 1: Kyoto Dance). The film will be released in theaters locally on August 24. Keep Reading

Syfy Channel Introduces Cosplay Reality Show

syfylogoWhether its the crazy antics of Big Brother or the intensity of Survivor, reality shows have always captured our interest. What happens if reality shows take on cosplay? That’s what American cable television channel, Syfy, is doing with their brand new series entitled Cosworld.

Cosworld is currently the working title of the cosplay reality series that the Syfy channel will be airing soon. Directed by none other than Joe Rogan from the Fear Factor fame, Cosworld is an unscripted show that follows the life of cosplayers who attend comic book conventions and aim for the top prize. Keep Reading

Say Hello To Ultraman Ginga

ultraman gingaAnother Ultraman (ウルトラマン) is making his way into the henshin scene and he goes by the name of Ultraman Ginga (ウルトラマンギンガ)!

Ultraman Ginga celebrates the 50th anniversary of the longest running Ultraman franchise. He was first revealed at the Ultraman Film Festival which took place between April 12 to April 14. A press conference was held and some announcements.

A 17-year-old Hikaru Raidou, portrayed by Takuya Negishi (根岸拓哉), transforms into Ultraman Ginga who battles giant monsters stemming from dolls. Keep Reading

Crows Explode Trailer Revealed

crowsThe third live action film adaptation of the popular fighting manga by Hiroshi Takahashi has streamed its first trailer. This introduces the new cast at the Suzuran Boys’ High School after the former Crows leaders, Genji Takiya and Tamao Serizawa have graduated. The new film is titled Crows Explode, and will be directed by Toshiaki Toyoda, taking over from the Takashi Miike’s work. The film takes place one month after the end of Crows Zero 2. Keep Reading