On this 19/04/2025, as usual, we bring you the latest and greatest in the world of anime. From fresh episode releases to new announcements, to exciting upcoming series, we’ve got you covered with everything happening in the anime world today. Check out today’s updates below!
“CARDFIGHT!! VANGUARD Divinez” returns in July:
“CARDFIGHT!! VANGUARD Divinez DELUXE Finals Arc” — the 9th season of the D-series anime!
“Anne Shirley” OP & ED released! Naoko Yamada directed & storyboarded the animation for both. The Answer Studio is animating the 24-episode series.
【ＮＥＷ！】OP:
♪ “Hope” by Tota
【ＮＥＷ！】ED:
♪ “heart” by Laura day romance
– Synopsis –
On the beautiful Prince Edward Island in Canada, an orphan named Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to Green Gables, the home of Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert. They choose to adopt her anyway, as Anne finds friendship, love, and happiness in her new home. Come along for the story of a purehearted and imaginative girl growing up, leaving for college, and returning home a changed woman.
“Secrets of the Silent Witch” TV anime new cast member: Neil Clay Maywood (CV: Yuki Sakakihara)! Studio Gokumi is animating the series which begins in July.
– Synopsis –
Monica Everett, the Silent Witch, is the only mage in the world who can use unchanted magecraft, a true hero who singlehandedly defeated a legendary black dragon. However, this young genius is actually…super-duper shy! That’s right: She learned to cast spells silently just to avoid speaking in public, and despite her power, she has zero self-confidence. Now Monica has been tasked with secretly guarding the second prince. Can she keep it together as she faces both the evil forces targeting the prince and the terrors of social interaction?
“Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A lonely dragon wants to be loved” special trailer featuring the opening theme song by fhána! Kyoto Animation animated the movie which releases theatrically in Japan on June 27.
【ＮＥＷ！】Opening Theme Special Trailer:
♪ “Parade of Tears” by fhána
Original TV anime “Food For the Soul” ED released! P.A. Works is animating the 12-episode series.
【ＮＥＷ！】ED:
♪ “Miso Soup and Butter” by Reira Ushio
– Synopsis –
This is an original animation of the daily lives of five new undergrad college girls. They love delicious, want to have lots of fun together, study hard, and enjoy their college life to the fullest! This is a heartwarming comedy in which the characters eat, laugh, and deepen their friendships.
“mono” OP & ED released! Soigne is animating the 12-episode series.
【ＮＥＷ！】OP:
♪ “Many Merry Memories!” sung by Cinema Photo Club
↳ Satsuki Amamiya, An Kiriyama, Sakurako Shikishima
↳ CVs: Haruna Mikawa, Aoi Koga, Hikaru Tono
【ＮＥＷ！】ED:
♪ “Weekend Roll” by halca
– Synopsis –
Satsuki Amamiya, a high school Photography Club member, was feeling down due to the graduation of her beloved club president. However, her best friend and fellow member, An Kiriyama, encourages her, and Satsuki decides to dedicate herself to the club activities once again.
The 360-degree camera that Satsuki eagerly bought at an auction has not arrived. An investigates the seller, and she discovers that the person lives very close to the school.
When Satsuki and An visit the seller’s address, they find a candy store. They meet the manga artist Haruno Akiyama, who asks them to model for her manga. Sakurako Shikishima, a former Cinema Club member, joins the “Cinephoto Club,” which merged with the Photography Club.
They decide to cooperate with Haruno on her interview, but…
“Anne Shirley” English dub episode 1 is now available! The English dub continues weekly for a total of 24 episodes.
– Synopsis –
On the beautiful Prince Edward Island in Canada, an orphan named Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to Green Gables, the home of Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert. They choose to adopt her anyway, as Anne finds friendship, love, and happiness in her new home. Come along for the story of a purehearted and imaginative girl growing up, leaving for college, and returning home a changed woman.
“I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level” Season 2 English dub episode 1 is now available! The English dub continues weekly for a total of 12 episodes.
– Synopsis –
Get ready for more relaxing tales! Azusa Aizawa is a powerful witch who finally reached level 99 and now busies herself with laid-back quests instead. Her family continues to grow as some familiar faces are joined by bright-eyed newcomers. From trips to the beach to a martial arts tournament, you’re invited on Azusa’s carefree and heartwarming adventures of leisure.
The “You and Idol Precure♪” movie has revealed a teaser visual, teaser trailer, and its September 12 Japan theatrical debut!
【ＮＥＷ！】Teaser Trailer:
“KOWLOON GENERIC ROMANCE” English dub episode 1 is now available! The English dub continues weekly for a total of 13 episodes.
– Synopsis –
Real estate agents Reiko Kujirai and Hajime Kudo work in the nostalgic Kowloon Walled City. As they spend more time together, Reiko’s feelings for Hajime grow. But when she finds a photo of him and his former fiancée, she’s shocked to see the woman looks exactly like her. Reiko then realizes a chilling truth: she has no memory of her past.
