The weekend has arrived! As anime grows bigger by the day, the anime industry is bringing together its biggest stars in Japan this weekend for one of its top events. Anime Japan 2025 is now underway, and as usual, the event is packed to the brim. The convention, which spans just two days, is slated to unleash dozens of panels pertaining to the industry’s top shows including Chainsaw Man, My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen, and more.
Here at ScreenRant, we are breaking down all the biggest news from the big event including any sneaky announcements you may have missed. So if you want to see what the anime industry is up to this spring, well – you can find our complete guide to Anime Japan 2025 below:
Kaiju No. 8 Is Ready For A Comeback
It has been a long wait, but finally! Kaiju No. 8 is ready to give fans a peek at its upcoming season, and A-1 Pictures did not hold back. The first trailer for Kaiju No. 8 season two is live, and it puts Kafka in the hot seat. Complete with a special peek at its upcoming OVA, Kaiju No. 8 focused on season two during Anime Japan 2025 and for good reason. The anime is about to bring Captain Gen Narumi to life, and Kafka isn’t ready for the kind of adventure the soldier will bring.
Ready For A Slice-Of-Life Reunion?
It has been too long since we have reconnected with the heroines of Lycoris Recoil, but that will all change soon enough. In April 2025, the hit anime will return with a special slice-of-life miniseries. Lycoris Recoil: Friends Are the Thieves of Time dropped a new trailer at Anime Japan 2025, giving fans a peek at its six shorts all featuring different artists and directors.
Meet Netflix’s Next Big Anime Hit
If you are itching for a dark thrill, look no further than The Summer Hikaru Died. The upcoming anime is based on a best-selling manga which tells the story of two boys: Hikaru and Yoshiki. As you can see in the trailer above, Netflix’s new trailer for The Summer Hikaru Died is heavy on the creeps as Yoshiki slowly discovers something is off with his friend. Hikaru returns to their hometown changed after a mysterious disappearance, and not even Yoshiki’s worst nightmares could have conjured up the truth of what happened to his friend. Set to debut in 2025, The Summer Hikaru Died will stream exclusively on Netflix.
Tokyo Revengers Is Ready To Explore A Major Battle
Tokyo Revengers may have finished its manga some time ago, but the same cannot be said for its anime. The hit series is gearing up for a sequel titled Tokyo Revengers: The Battle of the Three Deities. The anime, which takes its story straight from the manga, promises to explore the mysterious battle between the Kanto Manji Gang, Rokuhara Tanda, and Brahman. You can expect plenty of action when Tokyo Revengers returns, and the anime’s new key visual proves as much.
One Of Anime’s Cult Classics Is Returning
The world is not ready for the return of Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt, but the anime is making a comeback either way. Some years ago, Studio Trigger announced plans to revive the cult classic series, and we are now counting down the days to its release. Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt is slated to debut in July 2025, and Anime Japan 2025 posted a new look at the continuation thanks to a trailer. The footage puts Trigger’s unmistakable art center stage, so fans will be eating good with this big comeback.
Netflix Is Going All Out With Anime Creators
Netflix is going all in on anime, and one of its upcoming hits is bringing in the big guns courtesy of Fullmetal Alchemist. With artist Hiromu Arakawa overseeing the character designs, Moonrise is set to become an original hit for Netflix in April. A new trailer for the sci-fi anime was released at Anime Japan 2025, giving fans a taste of what Arakawa has been put to. So if you want to know more about the ambitious new series, you can read the synopsis of Moonrise below:
“In a not-too-distant future, humanity has established a loosely organized world government with everything managed by an international AI network called Sapientia. People live peaceful lives by loyally obeying its rational decisions. However, Sapientia’s lunar development project, which sends criminals and pollutants to the Moon to maintain Earth’s peace, creates disparity and poverty on the Moon, sparking a catalyst for war. Jacob “Jack” Shadow gets caught up in this conflict after losing his family to a terrorist bombing by the Moon’s rebel army. Vowing revenge, Jack joins the Earth army as a scout on the Moon, only to discover an unexpected leader among the resistance forces.”
Our Favorite Magical Girls Are Coming Back
It has been so long since the world was turned upside down by Puella Magi Madoka Magica, but at last – the anime is ready to make its return. This winter, all eyes will return to our favorite traumatized magical girls as Puella Magi Madoka Magic: Walpurgisnacht: Rising will go live. Anime Japan 2025 brought a brand-new poster to life ahead of the movie’s debut. So if you have not seen the film’s first part, we suggest you check out Walpurgisnacht: Rebellion ASAP.
Aqua Stars In New Oshi No Ko Season 3 Teaser Trailer
When you mix idols and murder, you most often get tragedy, but sometimes you are left with compelling hits like Oshi no Ko. Sentai Filmworks brought Asa Akasaka’s hit idol manga to television some years ago, and Oshi no Ko is now gearing up for season three. To celebrate the anime’s 2026 comeback, Oshi no Ko took to Anime Japan 2025 with a special teaser trailer starring Aqua. In the wake of season two, Aqua’s future is more unclear than ever as he and his sister search for justice in the wake of their mother’s murder. But as the twins have learned, the seedy underbelly of Japan’s idol industry leaves much in the shadows.
The Final Season Of My Hero Academia Drops A Special Teaser
My Hero Academia is a staple in the anime industry, and it has earned quite a reputation. Known as one of Shōnen Jump‘s greatest series, the My Hero Academia helped usher in the ongoing anime renaissance. This year, the show will bring Deku’s story to a close, and Anime Japan 2025 hyped the final season with a special teaser trailer. My Hero Academia season eight will debut in October 2025, so fans will not want to miss out.
One Piece’s Egghead Island Arc Is Planning An Extended Premiere
On April 5, the world will reunite with One Piece, and the moment will be sweet for fans. It has been months since the show went on break, leaving fans to wonder how the Egghead Island arc will make its return. Next month, the show will bring the Straw Hat crew back to the small screen, and it will do so with a two-part premiere. On April 5, One Piece episode 1123 will go live before April 6 ushers in episode 1124. And of course, fans will be able to watch the comeback on Crunchyroll as well as Netflix.
The Rurouni Kenshin Remake Will Get A Third Season
Despite its controversial creator, Rurouni Kenshin remains one of anime’s most iconic titles. Fuji TV and Liden Films have been hard at work reviving the IP for a new generation, and the remake of Rurouni Kenshin has found itself a cozy niche. Anime Japan 2025 confirmed the anime remake is working on a third season following the recent release of the Kyoto Disturbance arc. At this time, no official release date for the new season of Rurouni Kenshin has been shared.
Netflix Posts A Special Peek At Sakamoto Days New Cour
In January 2025, Sakamoto Days made its debut on Netflix, and the TMS Entertainment anime is far from done. The show’s first cour is finished, and Anime Japan 2025 gave us a peek at what’s to come in July 2025. A key visual for Sakamoto Days season one was posted highlighting its second half, and it puts everyone’s favorite convenience store assassin center stage, as you can see above.
Twisted Wonderland Drops A New Trailer With All Our Favorite Disney Villains
When October 2025 rolls around, Disney will make its stake in anime clearer than ever. Twisted Wonderland is on the horizon as the popular 2020 mobile game is getting its own anime adaptation. As you can see above, Anime Japan 2025 shared a first look at the much-anticipated anime which features character designs by Yana Toboso, the creator of Black Butler. The teaser expands Disney’s iconic villains in a clever way as several are reimagined for anime, so you can bet Twisted Wonderland will be a hit upon its debut.
Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 4 Drops A New Trailer For Fans
If you have missed Rent-a-Girlfriend, well – your wait is almost over. In July 2025, the romantic comedy will make a triumphant return with season four. The show, which marks one of TMS Entertainment’s biggest hits, will be spread across two cours per usual. As you can see above, a trailer for Rent-a-Girlfriend season four was shared to whet our appetites, so don’t forget to tune into the harem anime this summer!
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity Drops Its First Trailer
There is no denying the recent rise of romantic comedies in anime. The genre is growing, and Anime Japan 2025 spotlighted the industry’s next big hit: The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity. The upcoming series will debut in July 2025, and CloverWorks gave us a first look at the anime rom-com. Not only did we get a poster, but the first trailer for The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity can be viewed above.
A New Trailer Is Live For Jujutsu Kaisen’s Second Movie
Jujutsu Kaisen is no stranger to the big screen, and the anime will make its return to theaters later this year. For those who didn’t realize, Studio MAPPA is working on a special compilation movie dedicated to the first half of Jujutsu Kaisen season two. The movie, Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death, will bring Gojo’s years in high school to theaters. Anime Japan 2025 posted a new trailer for the movie ahead of its May 2025 launch as you can see above.
The Season 4 Trailer For Classroom Of The Elite Is Live
It took some time for Classroom of the Elite to bring its third season to life, but the anime isn’t letting anything slow it down these days. Studio Lerche is ready to bring the thriller back to the air, after all. Classroom of the Elite season four is officially a go, and Anime Japan 2025 dropped our first look at the comeback with a special trailer. At this time, no release date has been set for the anime’s comeback, but Classroom of the Elite fans are pretty good at waiting by now.
- Movie(s)
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My Hero Academia: Two Heroes (2018), My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2019), My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission (2021)
- First Film
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My Hero Academia: Two Heroes (2018)
- Cast
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Daiki Yamashita, Kenta Miyake, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Ayane Sakura, Yûki Kaji, Aoi Yuki, Kaito Ishikawa, Toshiki Masuda, Marina Inoue, Yoshimasa Hosoya
- TV Show(s)
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My Hero Academia
