Black Clover 2nd Season episode 173 airs with Asta's demon transformation
·Episode 173 of the TV anime Black Clover 2nd Season was distributed, depicting Asta undergoing demon transformation during a critical moment. The episode used a past opening theme in its presentation.
Chitose-kun wa Ramune Bin no Naka Part 2 releases collaboration visual and ending video
·The fourth anime-and-live-action collaboration visual for Chitose-kun wa Ramune Bin no Naka Part 2 was released, featuring a character at a train station platform.
·The Part 2 ending video was published and became a topic of discussion among fans alongside the collaboration campaign.
·An online lottery offering original merchandise featuring new swimwear illustration was announced.
·Episode 2 of Dragon Ball Super: Beerus featured a battle between Goku and Beerus, with the Super Saiyan 3 transformation scene receiving praise from viewers as a "powerful remake" and "godly animation".
Girls & Panzer: Motto Love Love Sakusen desu! LINE themes launch in four waves
·Four LINE theme packs featuring characters from the spinoff anime began distribution to coincide with the series' broadcast, creating a coordinated promotional campaign across both platforms.
Hotaru no Yomeiri episode 3 synopsis released; Okitsu Kazuyoshi cast
·The synopsis and preview images for Hotaru no Yomeiri episode 3 were released, describing a secret held by a character who visits as a guest.
·Voice actor Okitsu Kazuyoshi was announced for the role of Niitobe Eishin, a character described as the son of a police commissioner who becomes important to the protagonist.
HUNTER×HUNTER stage production features former Nogizaka46 member Wakatsuki Yumi
·Wakatsuki Yumi, a former member of Nogizaka46, appeared in a HUNTER×HUNTER stage production dressed as a character from the series, with images of her costume released.
Hyouken no Majutsushi ga Sekai wo Suberu II episode 3 airs with large-scale magic battle
·Episode 3 of the anime series aired on 23 October. The episode features a large-scale magic battle that begins after the characters complete intense training, according to an announcement by At-S that also included a viewer's guide for those starting from season two.
JUJUTSU KAISEN character's birthday revealed; manhole covers installed in Ikebukuro
·The birthday of Takahiro Takaou, a character in JUJUTSU KAISEN, was announced, with reports noting the date's coincidence with the character's associated number and birth flower.
·Two manhole covers featuring JUJUTSU KAISEN characters were installed in Ikebukuro.
·ABEMA made episodes 1–24 of JUJUTSU KAISEN available for free viewing for one week.
·An exhibition titled "Gege Akutami's JUJUTSU KAISEN" began character introductions, starting with Yuji Itadori.
Magic Knight Rayearth Shin Anime figure and official video draw attention
·A figure of Shidou Hikaru, a main character, was announced at approximately 29 centimetres tall, depicting her wielding a sword surrounded by flame effects, with Mokona included as an accessory.
·An official "Magic Knight Rayearth in 1 minute" video was released; fan reactions to Mokona's dialogue prompted the creators to release a subtitled version.
Pokémon HOME and two other titles enter emergency maintenance
·Pokémon HOME and two other titles entered emergency maintenance during a PHP incident, while Pokémon GO reported no impact to its official site or services.
Psyren episode 4 synopsis and new cast members announced
·Episode 4, "再招集", had its synopsis and preview images released, showing PSI training beginning; voice actors Suzuki Reiko and Murase Ayumu were cast as Amakijiin Elmore and Amakijiin Van respectively.
·Episode 4 will feature "the Siren Drift members receiving a fateful phone call", marking a new phase in the story.
·Voice actors Yasuda Rikuya and Kazama Mayuko shared memories from their auditions and notable moments from recording sessions.
Ranma ½ (2024) 3rd Season episode 28 features combat tea ceremony
·Episode 28 of Ranma ½ (2024) 3rd Season, titled "格闘茶道どす", had its synopsis and preview images released. The episode centres on Ranma being abducted by a man named Sentaro riding a wild horse, with a battle over an engagement arrangement.
Shin Tennis no Oujisama: U-17 World Cup Kesshou Member Ketteisen episode 5 airs 28 October
·Episode 5, "ダブルスという名の決断", will air on TV Tokyo on 28 October 2026 at 24:00. Two doubles matches occur simultaneously, with the strong feelings of Shiraishi, Tono and Kimijima depicted.
Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru. Season2 episode 3 airs with VTuber guest appearance
·Episode 3 of Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru. Season2, titled "アイドルをプロデュースするだけの簡単な推し事", aired with a guest appearance by Kazama Iroha, a VTuber affiliated with Hololive, playing herself. Advance cuts of her scenes were released.
Tempal: Item no Chikara episode 4 preview materials released
·Preview materials for Tempal: Item no Chikara episode 4, "アイテム製作対決", were released, including synopsis, advance stills and a web trailer. The episode depicts a forging competition between two characters to determine the fate of a smithy.
Tensei Shitara Ken Deshita 2nd Season episode 2 synopsis and preview images released
·The synopsis and preview images for Tensei Shitara Ken Deshita 2nd Season episode 2, titled "死霊魔獣が渦巻く浮遊島の迷宮へ", were released. The episode depicts Fran and her master embarking on a new adventure in a floating island's labyrinth.
The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 episode 52 airs; film news announced
·The Apothecary Diaries film's latest information was released, including a completion preview screening with cast attendance and seven announcements such as a special booklet by the original author as a theatre giveaway.
·Kinema Citron's Friday Road Show will broadcast a special edition of the film with approximately four minutes of new footage connecting to the Season 2 finale.
·Season 3 airs every Friday at 23:00, with episode 52's synopsis and advance stills released; the episode shows the protagonist noticing a clue left by "a certain person".
·Voice actors Aoi Yuuki and Takao Osawa gave an interview discussing the romantic relationship between the two leads.
Tokyo Revengers: Santen Sensou-hen opening and ending visuals released
·The opening and ending visuals for Tokyo Revengers: Santen Sensou-hen anime were released, depicting Mikey consumed by dark impulses.
·go!go!vanillas member Maki Tatsuya, who created the ending theme song "Trickster", discussed production details in further comments, describing the songwriting process as enjoyable.
·Episode 52 will reportedly reveal Mikey's dark impulses and the true reason for Tokyo Manji Gang's dissolution, with details emerging from a videotape.
Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon no Taki-hen episode 4 synopsis released
·The synopsis and preview images for episode 4 of Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon no Taki-hen, titled "鬼神の子『等々力颯』", were released. The episode follows Toutouriki Hayate, captain of the Kikushtai team, as he visits Rasatsu Academy to scout Shiki, a child of the demon god.
Luov releases music video for Tsuihou sareta Cheat Fuyo Majutsushi ending theme
·Luov, an artist, released a music video for the new song "ロールプレイングライフ", which serves as the ending theme for the anime Tsuihou sareta Cheat Fuyo Majutsushi wa Kimama na Second Life wo Ouka suru. Ore wa Buki dake ja Naku, Arayuru Mono ni "Kyouka Point" wo Fuyo Dekiru shi, Ore no Ishi de Itsudemo Kouka wo Kaijo Dekiru kedo, Nokotta Hitotachi Daijoubu?
Yozakura-san Chi no Daisakusen 2nd Season Part 2 ending theme music video to premiere
·The ending theme "I'm still breathing" for Yozakura-san Chi no Daisakusen 2nd Season Part 2, performed by KID PHENOMENON, will have its music video premiere. The video will express complex inner human emotions.
AZKi releases Holo Dream project finale and dance cover video
·AZKi published "あずいろの釣り物語～完結編～", a Holo Dreams project finale, on 22 October as part of a morning stream, with thumbnail art by Gentaro.
·On the same day, AZKi posted a dance cover of Ayaeri Ejima's song "Let's Sing!" to YouTube Shorts, while running a parallel Yahoo! Navi car navigation app campaign called "AZKi Navi".
Houshou Marine posts short video of hotel afternoon tea dress code rejection
·Houshou Marine published a YouTube Shorts video depicting herself being denied entry to a hotel's afternoon tea service due to a dress code violation, arriving in a t-shirt and shorts.
Inugami Korone retweets Viví post, drawing attention to possible message
·Inugami Korone retweeted a post by Viví, prompting speculation about whether the retweet carried a deliberate message. The retweet became a topic in a Hololive clip video, with interest focusing on Inugami Korone's intent.
Oozora Subaru streams Ghost in the Shell episode and creature-breeding game
·Oozora Subaru held a simultaneous viewing stream of episode 2 of the anime "Koukaaku Kidoutai STAND ALONE COMPLEX" on 22 October, with comment restrictions noted in the waiting room to manage viewer participation.
·On the same day, Oozora Subaru streamed gameplay of the creature-breeding game Strange Seed, playing the Steam version with a theme of creating the strongest organism.
Sakura Miko streams Minecraft exploration, 2nd Live set for 29 October
·Sakura Miko published a Minecraft gameplay video on YouTube on 22 October, featuring an in-game search for "あそびまわりたい", and announced her 2nd Live "Blooming Parade!!" will take place on 29 October at K Arena Yokohama.
·Sakura Miko will perform at hololive RECORDS' first real live event, "hololive RECORDS MUSIC STAGE 2027", on DAY1, alongside ReGLOSS and others.
Shirakami Fubuki streams unannounced holo REPO with three co-stars
·Shirakami Fubuki appeared in an unannounced broadcast titled "突発ホロREPO" on YouTube alongside Shiranui Flare, Tsunomaki Watame, and Omaru Polka, a virtual streamer group. The program was planned without advance notice.
Usada Pekora streams watch-along of Mushoku Tensei anime episodes
·Usada Pekora held a watch-along stream on 22 October of the anime "Mushoku Tensei ~Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu~", planning to view episodes 19 through the end of season one.