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Kyoto Animation Arsonist Faces Death Penalty as Court Delivers Justice

The arson at the “Kyoto Animation Studio” was one of the most catastrophic tragedies worldwide, occurring on July 18, 2019. Over the past ten years, Japan has rarely seen an instance of “suicidal terrorism” on such a large scale. The Kyoto Animation Studio 1 building was set on fire by a man[…]

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Kyoto Animation to Revive ‘Tamako Market’ for its 10th Anniversary 

Kyoto Animation has given us a lot of great stuff over the years, but Tamako Market is one that still stands out. The studio’s popular yet underrated original series might have ended over ten years ago, but it still has a fanbase that looks forward to getting new media on it. Lucky for us, this[…]

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Sound! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest Teaser Video Reveals Summer 2023 Debut

On December 27, Kyoto Animation released a teaser video for a theatrical OVA of the “Ensemble Concert” arc of its Sound! Euphonium anime, which will open in Japan in summer 2023. The anime is titled Tokubetsuhen Hibike! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest.
The anime will have both theatrical screenings and a Blu-ray disc release.
Tatsuya Ishihara

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KyoAni Promises an Aesthetic Fest as Tsurune Receives Anime Movie

Tsurune, KyoAni’s love letter to archery, will be back to satiate your aesthetic needs once again. This time, not with a new season but an anime movie. KyoAni knows how to treat their anime right. Minato finally got over his target panic in the first season but is yet to confront the issue with Sho.

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KyoAni to Hold Memorial Service Online on the Anniversary of Arson Attack

18th July marks the second anniversary of the Kyoto Animation arson, one of the deadliest massacres in Japan. The devastating fire in the Kyoto Animation 1 studio killed 36 people and wounded 33 others. Since then, the studio has organized various memorial events to commemorate the people that[..]

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Kyoto Animation Announces Winter Music Festival After Four Years’ Wait

Kyoto Animation is known for its quality anime movies and fantastic stories. Credited for works such as Violet Evergarden and A Silent Voice, it has established itself as a significant player in the slice of life and seinen genre. Moreover, the studio is beloved by the fans, who show support[…]

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New Trailer and Visual Reveal Free!’s 2-Part Sequel Movie as Final Addition!

After the third season of Free! aired in 2018, fans have been left craving for more swimming competitions with ripped guys. The upcoming sequel film’s announcement is here just in time to give you a serotonin boost! Kyoto Animation has outdone itself with the Free! franchise. The series has[…]

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KyoAni Fire Case Suspect is Deemed Mentally Fit To Be Indicted

The Kyoto Animation Arson case had left many of us speechless. It is very rare for such a case to happen in Japan, and it is even worse that it claimed a significant number of lives. More than a year has passed since the incident happened in July 2019, and the suspect is finally being indicted[…]

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A Deep Dive into Salaries Of Japan’s Animators In Popular Studios

Behind the rosy pictures of anime hides the dark conditions of the animators. For a country that is well known for its animation culture, it is a shock that the ones responsible for the bulk work are so frequently mistreated. Let’s take a detailed look at the salary system, working conditions[…]

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KyoAni Arson Suspect will be Arrested Tomorrow, More Details Here

No one can forget the “Kyoto Animation Studio” arson incident, which occurred in July last year. Such a huge case of “suicidal terrorism” had rarely occurred in Japan over the past decade. And now it seems that justice will finally be served to the studio and the victims. The arson occurred in the Kyoto Animation […]

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Kyoto Animation’s Bank Account Raises 620 Million Yen By Donation

Recently, NHK reported, Kyoto Animation’s bank account opened on Wednesday to accept donations after the deadly fire at the Kyoto’s studio building on the 18th of July this year. Surprisingly, the company has raised 620 million yen (about US$5.6 million) since they began accepting donations. The company will give the funds to the families of the victims of the […]