Arunava Ghosh 
On this 16/04/2026, 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!
“PANDOROBO” TV anime special visuals and new teaser PV unveiled!
[Cast]
PANDOROBO (CV: Ayaka Asai)
[Ending theme song artist]
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu
Takahiko Kyogoku is directing the anime at Shin-Ei Animation for an October 2026 debut on NHK E-Tele.
Image © Keiko Shibata,KADOKAWA/PANDOROBO Project
“Dandelion” is now streaming, only on Netflix!
Adapting the debut work by Gintama creator Hideaki Sorachi, the seven-episode anime was directed by Daisuke Mataga at NAZ.
Image © Hideaki Sorachi/SHUEISHA
“The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King” OP released!
♪ “BEAUTIFUL” by Mayu Maeshima
© KOTOBA NORIAKI, KODANSHA/”THE WARRIOR PRINCESS AND THE BARBARIC KING” Production Committee.
“Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!?” OP released!
♪ “HIDE AND SEEK” sung by i-dle
© Norishirochan, Sakana Uozumi/Coamix, Otagal Production Committee
“Love Live! Hasunosora Jogakuin School Idol Club: Bloom Garden Party” main trailer revealed!
Gou Kurosaki is directing the film at Sublimation for a May 8 theatrical release in Japan.
As previously reported, a TV anime has been announced for January 2027.
© プロジェクトラブライブ！蓮ノ空女学院スクールアイドルクラブ
“Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE” episode 27 visual unveiled!
Image © Kome Studio, Boichi/SHUEISHA, Dr.STONE Project
