Global K-pop groups aespa and RIIZE have been revealed as the opening and ending theme artists for the upcoming anime adaptation of KILL BLUE, based on the manga by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. The opening theme “ATTITUDE” by aespa is now available for streaming and download, while RIIZE performs the ending theme “KILL SHOT,” marking the group’s first TV anime theme song.
Read more: aespa and RIIZE Perform Theme Songs for KILL BLUE Anime
In a surprise announcement coinciding with the opening of the "Ghost and the Shell" exhibition at NODE Tokyo, the brand-new Ghost in the Shell TV anime series has been announced for a July 2026 premiere.
An all-star musical team to handle the series’ iconic soundscape. Leading the charge as musical director is Taisei Iwasaki (Belle, Blood Blockade Battlefront), who expressed his deep connection to Masamune Shirow’s original work. Joining him are multi-instrumentalist Ryo Konishi (Millennium Parade) and Boston-based composer Yuki Kanesaka (Dr. Stone).
Iwasaki described his vision for the project as "Sound Public Security Sector 9," suggesting we can expect a score as intricate and high-tech as the series itself. Kanesaka also teased an international production process, with recordings taking place everywhere from Nashville to Shanghai.
Fans can catch the first promotional video below and check out the new key visual currently on display at the Tokyo exhibition.
Watch the first PV:
For more updates, keep an eye on the official website at theghostintheshell-anime.jp.
The Patlabor franchise is officially returning with a brand-new anime project titled Patlabor EZY, and a new trailer has been released ahead of its 2026 debut.
Read more: Patlabor Returns with New Theatrical Anime “Patlabor EZY,” Trailer Revealed
One of the things I've been looking forward to after seeing it at the Masamune Shirow exhibition in Setagaya has been the newest installment of Ghost in the Shell anime. This time, Science SARU (who also happen to be working on Sanda, and you can check out our coverage here), will be the studio that takes charge. Unfortunately, this article is going to be a lot of text and not a lot of photos, but I wish I could share more.
Read more: Ghost in the Shell New Animation Series x Science SARU at Anime Expo 2025
BEYBLADE X is going to San Diego, offering fans an opportunity to battle at Petco Park during two San Diego Padres home games. The event will take place on August 19 at 6:40 PM PT and August 25 at 1:10 PM PT in Gallagher Square.
Attendees can experience the latest BEYBLADE X toys from Hasbro, participate in fan tournaments, and demo BLADE CITY - BEYBLADE X on Roblox. The event also marks the recent premiere of the BEYBLADE X series on Disney XD, with streaming available soon on Hulu and Disney+.
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