Arunava Ghosh 
On this 03/07/2025, 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!
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“KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION” OP (full version on Youtube):
♪ “Utahime” by V.W.P
“DAN DA DAN” season 2 OP:
♪ “On The Way” by AiNA THE END
“DAN DA DAN” season 2 ED:
♪ “Doukashiteru” by WurtS
“DAN DA DAN” episode 13 (S02E01) is out now, both subbed & English dubbed.
In Japan, season 2 is listed with a total of 12 episodes across four Blu-ray & DVD volumes.
“unravel” × “Tokyo Ghoul” TV anime 10th Anniversary collaboration music video:
“KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION” episode 0 is out now.
In Japan, the series is listed with a total of 13 episodes (#0–12) across three Blu-ray & DVD volumes.
“The Water Magician” episode 1 is out now.
iQIYI lists the series with a total of 12 episodes.
Aniplex of America has announced a theatrical release of “Virgin Punk: Clockwork Girl” — date and additional information not revealed.
This is the first installment of Yasuomi Umetsu × SHAFT original anime “Virgin Punk“
In Japan, “Virgin Punk: Clockwork Girl” premiered last week on June 27.
Junjo Ito TV anime volume 3 announced:
“Junji Ito’s Crimson” — adapting a carefully selected collection of horror stories with the concept of “monsters.”
The announcement did not reveal any staff or the release window.
▼ Opening theme: “Karasu Ageha” sung by Yumi Matsutoya
“Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” main trailer:
[Theme song]
“IRIS OUT” by Kenshi Yonezu
The movie releases theatrically in Japan on September 19 / the US on October 29 [Wed].
“Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” new cast members:
Vice Captain (CV: Hidenori Takahashi)
Nomu (CV: Kenji Akabane)
Mysterious Man (CV: Kenji Nomura)
Typhoon Devil (CV: Eri Kitamura)
Announced in celebration of the GATE anime series’ 10th anniversary:
“GATE 2: Tides of Conflict” TV anime production confirmed.
The anime adaptation will focus on the first two volumes of the GATE Season 2 novel series.
・Director: Toru Takahashi
・Series Composition / Script: Tatsuhiko Urahata
・Character Design: Shigeru Fujita
・Animation Production: Studio M2
Main poster visual for director Mamoru Hosoda‘s latest film “Scarlet“
[Japanese cast]
Scarlet (CV: Mana Ashida)
Hijiri (CV: Masaki Okada)
The film releases theatrically in Japan on November 21 / in the US on December 12.
“THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” teaser visual & teaser video updated to use the official title logo designed by Hajime Sorayama:
The new anime series is scheduled for 2026, studio: Science SARU.
[Staff]
・Director: Mokochan
・Series Composition / Script: EnJoe Toh
・Character Design / Chief Animation Supervisor: Shuhei Handa
・Animation Production: Science SARU
“Cultural Exchange with a Game Centre Girl” is listed with a total of 12 episodes between two Blu-ray volumes.
Episode 1 premieres this Sunday, July 6.
Crunchyroll has also confirmed an English dub, launch date and additional info not yet announced.
“Call of the Night” season 2 new cast member & ending theme song announced
[New cast member]
LG (CV: Tomokazu Sugita)
[Ending theme song]
“Nemure” by Creepy Nuts
Episode 1 premieres tomorrow, July 4; streaming platforms will include HIDIVE and Animation Digital Network.
HIDIVE has confirmed that season 2 is receiving an English dub beginning in August.
