Your 90 Second Anime News Update | December 29th 2025

Another stacked week in anime and I am once again your humble messenger 🫡We’ve got Yona of the Dawn finally returning with a long-awaited anime sequel, Gachiakuta officially locking in Season 2 (and going full multimedia chaos), and Chainsaw Man revving back up with Season 2: Assassins Arc.Monster-girl fans are winning with Kaiju Girl Caramelise confirmed for an anime adaptation, while DAN DA DAN has Season 3 set for 2027, promising even bigger paranormal mayhem.And to close things out, a very belated happy birthday to Megumi Fushiguro — best of luck surviving the Culling Game, king.Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

Power Has Never Been This Terrifying — or This InfluentialWhat happens when unchecked psychic power collides with political unrest, teenage rage, and a city already on the brink of collapse? Akira is a landmark of anime and global cinema — a cyberpunk epic that reshaped animation forever. Set in Neo-Tokyo, the film follows Kaneda and Tetsuo as friendship fractures under the weight of power, trauma, and forces far beyond human control.With groundbreaking animation, dense symbolism, and themes of authority, identity, and destruction, Akira isn’t just a movie — it’s a cultural detonation. Decades later, its imagery, sound, and ambition still echo through modern storytelling.At Sakura Society, we’re here to help you decide if this towering sci-fi masterpiece deserves a place on your watchlist — and your all-time greats list.Listen on as your salt and pepper senpai, Brendan White, is joined for the second time in the Sugoi Studio, by upcoming comic, Mr. Sam Bellwood.In this episode, we’re diving into the entiriety of the film Akira, with conversation based around:hook &amp; expectationsstory &amp; world-buildingcharacters &amp; chemistryanimation &amp; stylesoundtrack &amp; voice actingimpact &amp; watchabilityplus lots more anime related banter!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling water<a href="https://japancrate.com/"...

Rage Has Never Been This Raw, or This JustifiedWhat happens when a boy discarded by a cruel society is thrown into a world built entirely from its trash — and forced to survive among monsters made from human neglect? Gachiakuta is a furious, visually striking story about class divide, abandonment, and reclaiming worth in a world that decided you were disposable.Rudo’s descent into the Pit — and his rise as someone who refuses to stay broken — blends brutal action with sharp social commentary. With bold art direction, inventive worldbuilding, and a protagonist driven by anger and purpose, Gachiakuta hits hard and doesn’t apologize for it.At Sakura Society, we’re here to help you decide if this grim, rebellious standout deserves a spot on your watchlist — and your brain space.Listen on as your senpai is joined for the fourth time in the Sugoi Studio, Mr. Benny McJannett.In this episode, we’re diving into the first 3 episodes of Gachiakuta, with conversation based around:hook &amp; expectationsstory &amp; world-buildingcharacters &amp; chemistryanimation &amp; stylesoundtrack &amp; voice actingimpact &amp; watchabilityplus lots more anime related banter!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik...

The anime world is absolutely unhinged this week and I’m here to deliver you all the big news you need to know about 🫡We’ve got Kaguya-sama: Love Is War returning to emotionally ruin us, Code Geass entering full anniversary rebellion mode, and Medalist skating back into the spotlight with Season 2.On the awards front, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Akaza Returns and KPop Demon Hunters are both making serious waves at the Golden Globes.Romance fans are eating good with In the Clear Moonlit Dusk on the horizon, and to top it all off, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc has officially hit digital so the pain can be replayed on demand.Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

What happens when the aftermath of Shibuya bleeds into a new crisis, forcing Yuji, Megumi, Nobara, and the remaining sorcerers to confront what they’ve lost and what still must be done? Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution delivers a visually stunning bridge between eras — a film where grief, responsibility, and power collide in explosive fashion.As alliances shift and new threats rise, the movie repositions the entire series, sharpening character arcs and setting the stage for the next brutal chapter. Crisp animation, high-impact choreography, and emotional stakes make this film a brutal, beautiful punch straight to the gut.Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

Short on time but still need the latest anime news updates? Here’s your rapid-fire In Bloom update 🫡• Kaiju Chaos Reborn — GAEA-TIMA the Gigantis is smashing into an anime because if a monster wrecks your town twice, science is the only sane response.• Dead Again Detective — Killed Again, Mr. Detective? gets an April anime from Liden Films… proving dying repeatedly is now a full-time genre.• Steins;Gate Rebooted (Again) — Steins;Gate Re:Boot delayed to 2026 as MAGES cooks new huke redesigns, souped-up 2010 Akiba, and fresh timeline tweaks.• Demon Slayer Billion-Yen Flex — Infinity Castle becomes the first Japanese film to slice past 100 BILLION yen worldwide.• Manga Bloodbath at 1 — Chainsaw Man Vol. 19 claims Circana’s top spot after JJK Vol. 27 last month.• Elite Brains Return — Classroom of the Elite S4 drops a new trailer and locks April 2026.• Kojima Goes Full Anime Dad — DEATH STRANDING ISOLATIONS lands on Disney+ in 2027, hand-drawn by E &amp; H Production.Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

Need the latest anime news and headlines but are short on time? In Bloom has you covered 👍🏼• Spy x Family S3 drops the Red Circus arc trailer — chaos, charm &amp; a new mission kicking off Nov 8• You and I Are Polar Opposites premieres Jan 11, teasing a wholesome high-school rom-com• Dark Gathering S2 returns soon (date TBA) with more creepy-cute chaos• Chained Soldier powers up again Jan 8 — magical fruit, wild battles, and waifu-powered mayhem• One Piece: Heroines reveals first designs for Nami &amp; Robin, spotlighting the queens of the sea ahead of the main anime’s Elbaph Arc• Always a Catch gets a Spring 2026 anime — dukes, martial arts, and one flustered prince• The global anime industry hits a record ¥3.84 trillion ($25B USD), overseas growth up 26%!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

Love anime but short on time? In Bloom is your 80-second anime news recap, fast, comfy, and packed with the week’s biggest headlines!• Frieren goes on indefinite hiatus for creators’ health• Bleach: Soul Resonance — new 3D action game drops later this year• Sakurai manga incoming — from Kirby to Smash supremacy• SHY ends in 3 chapters, a timid hero’s final bow• Super Psychic Policeman Chojo anime powers up for 2026• Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle hits $648M, breaking global recordsPlease be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

Denji’s heart wasn’t ready—and neither were we. Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc is part romance, part bloodbath, and full Fujimoto chaos. Grab your coffee, your sanity, and let’s dive into this cinematic fever dream.Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

Sewing Dreams Together Has Never Looked This AwkwardWhat happens when a shy dollmaker accidentally becomes the personal tailor for his school’s most confident and cosplay-obsessed girl? My Dress-Up Darling stitches together heart, humor, and a little bit of heat as Wakana Gojou and Marin Kitagawa blur the lines between friendship, fandom, and first love—one perfectly crafted outfit at a time. From awkward fittings to emotional growth, this series proves that sometimes the best glow-ups come from the inside (and maybe a few yards of lace).At Sakura Society, we’re here to help you decide if the anime everyone’s talking about is actually worth your time—and your watchlist.Joining Brendan in the Sugoi Studio is Hooblie, making his podcast debut!In this episode, we’re diving into:hook &amp; expectationsstory &amp; world-buildingcharacters &amp; chemistryanimation &amp; stylesoundtrack &amp; voice actingimpact &amp; watchabilityplus lots more anime related banter!Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)