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Puniru Is A Cute Slime
is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Maeda-kun. Preceded by a one-shot published in Shogakukan's children's manga magazine ''Bessatsu CoroCoro Comic'' in February 2019, the manga started its serialization in ''Weekly CoroCoro Comic'' online service in March 2022. Shogakukan has collected its chapters in seven volumes as of February 2025. The series focuses on the titular character Puniru, a slime girl created by a boy named Kotaro Kawaii during his childhood and wants him to notice her for her cuteness despite him being in love with his junior high school senior. An anime television series adaptation produced by Toho Animation Studio aired from October to December 2024. A second season has been announced. ''Puniru Is a Cute Slime'' won the 70th Shogakukan Manga Award in 2025. Plot A young boy named Kotaro Kawaii made a slime as part of a science experiment which came to life. The slime named Puniru resembled a penguin, and her creator thought that was c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tankōbon
is the Japanese term for a book that is not part of an anthology or corpus. In modern Japanese, the term is most often used in reference to individual volumes of a manga series: most series first appear as individual chapters in a weekly or monthly manga anthology with other works before being published as volumes containing several chapters each. Major publishing imprints for include Jump Comics (for serials in Shueisha's '' Weekly Shōnen Jump'' and other ''Jump'' magazines), Kodansha's Shōnen Magazine Comics, and Shogakukan's Shōnen Sunday Comics. Japanese comics (manga) manga came to be published in thick, phone-book-sized weekly or monthly anthology manga magazines (such as '' Weekly Shōnen Magazine'' or '' Weekly Shōnen Jump''). These anthologies often have hundreds of pages and dozens of individual series by multiple authors. They are printed on cheap newsprint and are considered disposable. Since the 1930s, though, comic strips had been compiled int ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anime
is hand-drawn and computer-generated animation originating from Japan. Outside of Japan and in English, ''anime'' refers specifically to animation produced in Japan. However, in Japan and in Japanese, (a term derived from a shortening of the English word ''animation'') describes all animated works, regardless of style or origin. Animation produced outside of Japan with similar style to Japanese animation is commonly referred to as anime-influenced animation. The earliest commercial Japanese animations date to 1917. A characteristic art style emerged in the 1960s with the works of cartoonist Osamu Tezuka and spread in following decades, developing a large domestic audience. Anime is distributed theatrically, through television broadcasts, directly to home media, and over the Internet. In addition to original works, anime are often adaptations of Japanese comics (manga), light novels, or video games. It is classified into numerous genres targeting various broad and nic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shinichi Watanabe
is a Japanese anime director and voice actor. He is best known for his over-the-top adaptation of Rikdo Koshi's ''Excel Saga'', in which he appears as the character Nabeshin. Watanabe stated that the nickname Nabeshin (a name blending of "nabe" in Watanabe and "shin" in Shinichi) came to him from God. About his unique appearance (dressing similar to the character Arsène Lupin III) Watanabe said he grew out his afro and started wearing bright clothing in order to stand out and get attention. Works Anime Expo Hosts Excel Saga Director Shinichi Watanabe ''Anime News Network'', February 18, 2010 Directorial Works *''[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Show (song)
is a song recorded by Japanese singer Ado, released on September 6, 2023, by Virgin Music. Written by Tophamhat-Kyo with additional writing credits from producers Giga and TeddyLoid, the song was used by Universal Studios Japan to promote their Halloween event, ''Halloween Horror Nights''. Background Ado has previously recorded songs written by Tophamhat-Kyo, notably "Fleeting Lullaby" from the soundtrack album '' Uta's Songs: One Piece Film Red''. Producer Giga and TeddyLoid also have produced songs from her debut studio album, '' Kyōgen''. On August 29, 2023, "Show" was announced to be a collaboration song with Universal Studios Japan as the theme song for the dance show ''Zombie de Dance''. The song was further used in ride attractions at Universal Studios Japan during the month of October. Composition "Show" has been described as an EDM song with "exotic Bollywood beats". Commercial performance "Show" debuted at number 8 on the ''Billboard Japan'' Hot 100 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ado (singer)
Ado (born October 24, 2002) is a Japanese singer and YouTuber. In 2020, at the age of 17, she made her debut with the digital single titled " Usseewa", which peaked at number 1 on ''Billboard Japan'' Hot 100, Oricon Digital Singles Chart, and the Oricon Streaming Chart. The song reached 100 million plays on ''Billboard Japan'' after 17 weeks from charting-in, which was the sixth fastest in history and the youngest for a solo singer. In 2022, her song, " New Genesis", was used as the theme song for the anime film '' One Piece Film: Red'', and topped Apple Music's Global Top 100 charts. She currently belongs to the artist management company Cloud Nine. Life and music career Early life and musical beginnings: 2014–2020 Ado was born on October 24, 2002, in Tokyo, Japan. In 2014, Ado took an interest in music after the video-sharing website Niconico was released on Nintendo 3DS. She began watching videos on the small screen of Nintendo 3DS, and was impressed by the cover si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anime News Network
Anime News Network (ANN) is a news website that reports on the status of anime, manga, video games, Japanese popular music and other related cultures within North America, Australia, Southeast Asia and Japan. The website offers reviews and other editorial content, forums where readers can discuss current issues and events, and an encyclopedia that contains many anime and manga with information on the staff, cast, theme music, plot summaries, and user ratings. The website was founded in July 1998 by Justin Sevakis, and operated the magazine '' Protoculture Addicts'' from 2005 to 2008. Based in Canada, it has separate versions of its news content aimed toward audiences in four separate regions: the United States and Canada, Australia and New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. History The website was founded by Justin Sevakis in July 1998. In May 2000, CEO Christopher Macdonald joined the website editorial staff, replacing editor-in-chief Isaac Alexander. On June 30, 2002, Anime N ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kazuya Nakai
is a Japanese voice actor and narrator who was born in Kobe, Japan. He is affiliated with Aoni Production. His most notable role is Roronoa Zoro from ''One Piece''. Other major voice roles include Toshiro Hijikata from ''Gintama'', Date Masamune from '' Sengoku Basara'', Xiahou Dun and Dian Wei from '' Dynasty Warriors'' and '' Warriors Orochi'' series, Shinjiro Aragaki from the ''Persona'' series, Mugen from ''Samurai Champloo'', Mondo Owada from the ''Danganronpa'' series, Ultraman Max in '' Ultraman Max'' and Jin Sakai in the Japanese dub of the video game '' Ghost of Tsushima''. He won a Best Supporting Actor award at the 5th Seiyu Awards in 2011 for his roles in ''One Piece'' and ''Gin Tama''. Filmography Anime Films Video games Drama CDs Tokusatsu Dubbing References Notes External links Official agency profile * * * Kazuya Nakaiat Oricon , established in 1999, is the holding company at the head of a Japanese corporate group that supplies st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yumiri Hanamori
is a Japanese voice actress. Hanamori used the alias Rimiyu in her debut, "The Second Audition". Career Hanamori became interested in acting during her second year in high school. In 2015, Hanamori served as the 62nd personality of Radio Flush. In 2016, Hanamori made her anime film debut in '' Garakowa: Restore the World,'' where she voiced as Remo, the female protagonist. On October 22, 2015, Hanamori walked through the red carpet with producer Masashi Ishihama and Ryoichi Ishihara as a part of the '' Garakowa'' voice cast at the Tokyo International Film Festival. Hanamori was affiliated to Pony Canyon Artists / Swallow. In 2017, Hanamori switched her affiliation to m&i. On November 1, 2019, it was announced that Hanamori would be "graduating" from ''Re:Stage!'' due to a knee injury. On July 10, 2022, Hanamori tested positive for COVID-19. Filmography Anime series *'' Aiura'' (2013), Sōta Amaya *'' Ace of Diamond'' (2013–2015), Sachiko Umemoto *'' Sakura Trick'' (2014), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Junya Enoki
is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Atomic Monkey. Biography Enoki was born in Tokyo. He became interested in acting while in college. After watching ''Gurren Lagann'', he became a voice actor. He was a member of the Atomic Monkey Voice Actor & Acting Laboratory's third graduating class. His cousin is Chika Anzai. He is the Japanese dubbing voice actor of Tom Holland, who is known for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Spider-Man. Filmography Anime series Original video animation Original net animation Anime films Video games ;2011 * '' Starry ☆ Sky ~ After Autumn ~'', Satochin ;2013 * '' Ozmafia!!'', Hansel * ''Majolica Familia'', Knight Angel Satsuel, Devil Staff Aja * '' Muv-Luv Alternative Chronicles 04'' ;2014 * '' Hakuoki SSL: Sweet School Life '' ;2015 * ''I-Chu'', Li Chaoyang * '' The Idolmaster SideM'', Rui Maita * '' OZMAFIA !! -vivace-'', Hansel * ''Granblue Fantasy'', Tomoi * ''Touken Ranbu'', Horikawa Kunihiro * ''Walpurgis no ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Risa Shimizu (actress)
is a Japanese actress, voice actress and narrator. She was born and raised in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Filmography Television animation Original net animation Original video animation Theatrical animation Video Games Dubbing roles Live-action Animation References External links * Official agency profile * * 1988 births Living people Japanese child actresses Japanese musical theatre actresses Japanese video game actresses Japanese voice actresses Kunitachi College of Music alumni Voice actresses from Kanagawa Prefecture {{Japan-voice-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shūichirō Umeda
is a Japanese voice actor affiliated with Ken Production. Some of his notable roles include Saybil in '' The Dawn of the Witch'', Yuuki Izumi in '' Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie'', and Akira Tendo in '' Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead''. In 2023, he was a recipient of the Best New Actor Award at the 17th Seiyu Awards. Filmography Television animation ;2018 * ''Banana Fish'' as Fellow ;2019 * '' Chihayafuru 3'' as Attendant ;2021 * ''Mazica Party'' as Student, wizard * '' The World Ends with You: The Animation'' as Makoto * ''Tropical-Rouge! Pretty Cure'' as Horticulture club member * ''The Aquatope on White Sand'' as Guest ;2022 * '' The Dawn of the Witch'' as Saybil * '' Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie'' as Yuuki Izumi * '' Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth'' as Ravie * '' Megaton Musashi 2nd Season'' as Zaskar Dyne ;2023 * ''My Life as Inukai-san's Dog'' as Pochita * ''Yu-Gi-Oh! Go Rush!!'' as Schubach * ''Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke's Mansion'' as Adam Taylor * ''Mashle'' as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
