Arunava Ghosh 
On this 30/05/2025, 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!
“The One Within the Villainess” has an anime project in the works!
The announcement included a “prototype visual” but did not revealed any further details.
– Synopsis –
In order to clear the name of “Emi,” who had reincarnated as the villainess, Remilia—the real Remilia who had been watching all along inside—awakens. Now it’s time for the true villainess’ revenge to begin!
“EVANGELION 30th Anniversary Movie Collection” Blu-ray boxes announced for a December 10 release in Japan — no subtitles listed.
For ¥110,000 (~$765 USD), the “Full Complete Blu-ray BOX” version includes ALL of the following on 28 discs (24 BD + four 4K UHD BD):
[4K UHD Blu-ray]
・EVANGELION: 1.11 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE.
・EVANGELION: 2.22 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE.
↳ both are 1080p upscaled
・EVANGELION: 3.333 YOU CAN (NOT) REDO.
・EVANGELION:3.0+1.11 THRICE UPON A TIME
↳ both are IMAX® masters
※ Full specs (Japanese): https://www.evangelion.jp/about_version_numbers.html
[Blu-ray]
・EVANGELION: 1.0 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE.
・EVANGELION: 1.01 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE.
・EVANGELION: 1.11 YOU ARE (NOT) ALONE.
・EVANGELION: 2.0 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE.
・EVANGELION: 2.22 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE.
・EVANGELION: 3.0 YOU CAN (NOT) REDO.
・EVANGELION: 3.33 YOU CAN (NOT) REDO.
・EVANGELION: 3.333 YOU CAN (NOT) REDO.
・EVANGELION:3.0+1.0 THRICE UPON A TIME
・EVANGELION:3.0+1.01 THRICE UPON A TIME
・EVANGELION:3.0+1.11 THRICE UPON A TIME
・NEON GENESIS EVANGELION (all episodes)
・NEON GENESIS EVANGELION:DEATH (TRUE)2
・NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: THE END OF EVANGELION
…in addition to video extras.
“Betrothed to my Sister’s Ex” TV anime additional cast:
Tetsuya Kakihara
Tatsuyuki Kobayashi
Yuka Aisaka
LandQ studios is animating the series which begins on July 4 [Fri].
– Synopsis –
Marie has spent her life living under her sister’s shadow as the two grew up in an impoverished baron’s home. Every nice thing went to Marie’s sister, leaving her without even a proper dress! And right when her sister was being married off to a wealthy Earl–tragedy strikes and Marie’s sister is killed en route. With the dowry already spent, it’s decided that Marie will take her sister’s place and become the Earl’s betrothed. But, when she gets there, she finds there’s been a serious mix-up—the proposal was a total misunderstanding! Can Marie win the heart of the handsome Earl, or is she destined to live a life without a single nice thing?
“Though I Am an Inept Villainess: Tale of the Butterfly-Rat Body Swap in the Maiden Court” TV anime character visuals:
1️⃣ Kou Reirin
&
Shu Keigetsu 2️⃣
Doga Kobo is animating the series; release window not announced.
– Synopsis –
In a kingdom inspired by historical China, five clans put forth their maidens as imperial consorts–but only one will be crowned empress. The frail and beautiful Kou Reirin, the so-called “butterfly” of the imperial court, is a shoo-in to marry the crown prince. But when “court rat” Shu Keigetsu lashes out at her during the glittering Lantern Festival, it’s Reirin who wakes up in the dungeons! Body-swapped by her assailant to steal her position at court, Reirin’s plight seems dire…to everyone else! Now that she’s got a robust new body, not even the looming threat of execution can stop her!
“Hitozuma no Kuchibiru wa Kan Chuuhai no Aji ga Shite” TV anime character PV featuring Miki (broadcast CV: Yuka Nukui) released! raiose is animating the series which begins in July.
【ＮＥＷ！】Character PV – Miki:
“Detectives These Days Are Crazy!” TV anime character PV: Fu-chan (CV: Misaki Watada)! LIDENFILMS is animating the series which begins in July.
【ＮＥＷ！】Character PV – Fu-chan:
– Synopsis –
Behold, a great detective who thrills the world solving impossible cases in no time! His name? Keiichiro Nagumo.
…But all of that was over a decade ago. Now he’s just your typical middle-aged dude. Nagumo is behind the times to the point that he doesn’t even know what a smartphone is. But out of the blue, he is confronted by a high school girl named Mashiro who shows up wanting to be his assistant. Witness the miracles a gender-gap detective duo can make!
“Lazarus” new visual released ahead of episode 9! MAPPA is animating the 13-episode series.
– Synopsis –
The year is 2052 – an era of unprecedented peace and prosperity prevails across the globe. The reason for this: mankind has been freed from sickness and pain. Nobel Prize winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner has developed a miracle cure-all drug with no apparent drawbacks called Hapuna. Hapuna soon becomes ubiquitous… and essential. However, soon after Hapuna is officially introduced, Dr. Skinner vanishes.
Three years later, the world has moved on. But Dr. Skinner has returned – this time, as a harbinger of doom. Skinner announces that Hapuna has a short half-life. Everyone who has taken it will die approximately three years later. Death is coming for this sinful world – and coming soon.
As a response to this threat, a special task force of 5 agents is gathered from across the world to save humanity from Skinner’s plan. This group is called “Lazarus.” Can they find Skinner and develop a vaccine before time runs out?
“JUJUTSU KAISEN 0” returns to theaters in Japan starting October 17!
Along with this news, a trailer and new key visual for the revival screenings have been released.
【ＮＥＷ！】Revival Screening Trailer:
“April Showers Bring May Flowers” TV anime main PV & July 4 [Fri] debut revealed! SILVER LINK. is animating the series.
【ＮＥＷ！】Main PV:
– Synopsis –
Hana Tabata has accepted her role as the unattractive side character in other people’s stories. Though her name is Japanese for “flower,” she sure doesn’t feel like one. That doesn’t mean she can’t enjoy some heart-pounding romance manga—and maybe occasionally, every so often, imagine herself as the heroine. But when the most popular guy in class stumbles upon a daydreaming Hana, she braces herself for the embarrassment and humiliation to come. Unexpectedly, he keeps her secret—and he also won’t stop striking up conversations with her! Ever the pessimist, Hana can’t help feeling suspicious…But could it be that his friendly demeanor is genuine?
“Champignon Witch” TV anime teaser visual, teaser PV, and January debut revealed along with the studios: Typhoon Graphics × Qzil.la!
【ＮＥＷ！】Teaser PV:
[Cast]
Luna (CV: Haruka Shiraishi)
[Staff]
・Director: Yosuke Kubo
・Series Composition: Yuko Kakihara
・Character Design: Miki Matsumoto
– Synopsis –
The story follows the dark forest-dwelling Luna, who people fear is a black witch because poisonous mushrooms grow wherever she goes. As such, the townspeople call her the “Mushroom Witch.” However, despite never feeling any warmth from them, Luna begins to feel affection for them…? It’s a magical fantasy of love, adventure and emotions!
“Rent-a-Girlfriend” Season 4 cour 1 begins broadcasting on July 4 [Fri]! TMS Entertainment is animating the season.
Along with this news a date visual featuring Sumi has been released.
[Theme songs]
OP: “Umitsuki” by ClariS
ED: “Boku no Vega” by Regallily
“Cute High Earth Defense Haikara!” is listed with 12 episodes!
Studio DEEN is animating the series which begins on July 7 [Mon].
Crunchyroll has announced a slate of upcoming anime that will stream on the platform this year!
▼ Starting in July
・A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2
・Clevatess
・My Dress-Up Darling Season 2
・Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4
・Scooped Up by an S-Rank Adventurer!
・Watari-kun’s ****** Is about to Collapse
▼ Starting in October
・Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill Season 2
・Sentenced to Be a Hero
