AX 2026: Opanchu Usagi Makes North American Debut at Anime Expo with Meet-and-Greets and Merch
Japanese Gen-Z sensation Opanchu Usagi arrives in North America at Anime Expo 2026.
Author: redbeanjelly
Why “redbeanjelly”? Because it’s my favorite red bean treat! Yōkan is a yummy little wagashi that’s sweet (but not too sweet), earthy, and perfectly jiggly—made from red bean paste, agar, and sugar. Basically, it’s happiness in jelly form. 🍡
AX 2026: CODE27 Brings AI Anime Companions to Anime Expo
AI companion hardware CODE27 exhibits at Anime Expo 2026.
Luna Goami and Ginger Root Drop Theme Songs for KyoAni’s “Sparks of Tomorrow”
Kyoto Animation’s new series “Sparks of Tomorrow” features opening and ending themes from Luna Goami and Ginger Root!
AX 2026: MangaPlaza Brings BL/GL Romance Panel, Photo Ops, and Giveaways to Anime Expo
Fudanshi and fujoshi unite! MangaPlaza heads to Anime Expo with a BL/GL romance panel!
I’m Dating a Dark Summoner Short-Form Anime Debuts on HIDIVE This October
HIDIVE announces October premiere for I’m Dating a Dark Summoner.
AX 2026: Beyblade X Brings Tournaments, Japan Battles, and Funko Pop! Debut to Anime Expo
Beyblade X returns to Anime Expo with an onsite tournament, live battles featuring expert Bladers from Japan, and the first-ever Funko Pop! figures.
AX 2026: Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Heads to Anime Expo for First Look at New Night City Story
CD PROJEKT RED and Studio TRIGGER bring “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2” to Anime Expo 2026.
First Official Studio Ghibli Store in the U.S. Opens in Los Angeles This Month
Donguri Republic, the official Studio Ghibli store, opens its first U.S. location at Del Amo Fashion Center on June 23, featuring over 400 products!
LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE Drop Surprise Collab ICONIC BY MISTAKE
Three of HYBE’s biggest girl groups unite for ICONIC BY MISTAKE, an alternative pop track celebrating unfiltered charisma and individuality. Watch the music video now.