An action-packed new trailer has been published for HUMAN LOST, a science fiction theatrical anime film inspired by Ningen Shikkaku, Osamu Dazai's classic modern literature novel about extreme social alienation. Hit the jump to check it out.
The Japanese broadcast schedule for the 2nd cour of science fiction mecha TV anime Fafner Exodus has been announced. Hit the jump to learn more.
Metropolitan Police Department's Shibuya Station has arrested 38-year-old writer Tow Ubukata on suspicion of domestic violence against his wife. Ubukata, recently well known for his works for Ghost in the Shell Arise and Fafner Exodus, has denied the charge. Hit the jump for more details.
In anticipation of the premiere of the new Ghost in the Shell theatrical film in June, a special all night talk event will be held featuring talented artists - such as Mamoru Oshii and Kenji Kamiyama -who have worked on Ghost in the Shell. Hit the jump to learn more.
It looks like Psycho-Pass has conceded to the Ghost in the Shell comparisons. Along with announcing his appearance on a July 10th staff talk show, Tow Ubukata has been introduced as the series composition writer for fall's Psycho-Pass 2. More after the jump.
Kadokawa Shoten's Ace family of manga anthologies is being joined by new period dedicated magazine Samurai Ace. Some big names in the field are on board, including Lone Wolf and Cub writer Kazuo Koike and Yoshikazu Yasuhiko, animator and manga artist especially known for his character design work on Mobile Suit Gundam. More after the jump.