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    The Hotel Gracery Shinjuku's second diorama of 2025 depicts a major battle from GODZILLA: FINAL WARS. Photo courtesy of Fujita Kanko, Inc. TM & © TOHO CO. Godzilla, the King of the Monsters, Faces Off With His Former Allies!? Source: Fujita Kanko, Inc. press release Official Site: https://gracery.com/shinjuku/ Special Thanks to Honda-san (Shinjuku Washington Hotel) The Hotel Gracery Shinjuku, a landmark of Tokyo, popular with domestic fans as well as foreign visitors to Japan for its Godzilla-themed rooms and the almost life-size Godzilla head (approx. 12m) on its 8th floor terrace, has updated the special Godzilla diorama installed on the building's 8th floor lobby. Photo courtesy of Fujita Kanko, Inc. TM & © TOHO CO. The diorama debuted in early 2023 with a Godzilla design based on the Heisei "VS" Series of the 1990s. Later that year, it was replaced with a GODZILLA VS MEGAGUIRUS  (ゴジラ×メガギラス G消滅作戦

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman GODZILLA #1 SDCC exclusive cover by Attack Petera. Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. From celebrating the launch of GODZILLA #1 to a giant selection of exclusives, signing events, and panels, IDW Publishing has kaiju-sized plans for San Diego Comic-Con 2025.  Featuring a brand-new booth design (#2729 on the show floor), IDW is proud to celebrate its comics and creators with more than 20 signings, panels packed with reveals, and cool convention collectibles. Check out the full list below.   SDCC 2025: IDW EXCLUSIVES (booth #2729) EXCLUSIVE COVERS GODZILLA #1 SDCC exclusive cover by Attack Peter  BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #1 SDCC exclusive cover by Jared Cullum MONSTER HIGH: PRIDE 2025 SDCC exclusive cover by Tsuukiyomo  STAR

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    Photo courtesy of Bay Area Film Events. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Bay Area Film Events Official Site: https://www.godzillafest.com/Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SFGodzillafest Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfgodzillafest   UPDATE: Bay Area Film Events had licensed the Toho movies ATRAGON and FRANKENSTEIN CONQUERS THE WORLD from their US distributor, Janus Films. Unfortunately, Janus does not yet have DCPs (Digital Cinema Packages used for theatrical screenings) for these two movies, so they had to be pulled from the Godzillafest schedule.  BAFE apologizes for any issues this may cause for attendees. On a postive note, two great films - MOTHRA VS. GODZILLA and GHIDORAH, THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER - have been added as replacements.  Godzillafest will now be screening 15 different Godzilla movies... exactly half of the live action Godzilla series produced to date by Toho! The updated screening schedule and ticket links are listed below... Bay Area Film Events

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    Photo courtesy of Abrams. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Abrams Official Website: https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/godzilla-the-first-70-years_9781419762116/Special Thanks to Stephanie Keane and Steve Ryfle   Cover art. Photo courtesy of Abrams. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Publisher Abrams is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win a copy of their new book Godzilla: The First 70 Years. Written by Steve Ryfle and Ed Godziszewski (authors of Ishiro Honda: A Life in Film, from Godzilla to Kurosawa), the large Toho-authorized hardcover is packed with information on all the Japanese films up to GODZILLA MINUS ONE, as well as photos from the Toho archives, including previously unpublished pics.   Synopsis:        Godzilla: The First 70 Years is a narrative and visual history of Japan’s King of the Monsters, chronicling the triumphs, challenges, and meaning of seven decades of city-trashing, kaiju-smashing mayhem. It is also a tribute to Godzilla’s creators and

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable Source: CrunchyrollSpecial Thanks to Nicholas Kouvaris  As the anticipation for the final battle ignites, get ready to fall into DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE (劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編, Gekijō-ban `Kimetsu no Yaiba' Mugen-jō Hen), coming to Hall H at San Diego Comic Con for a special presentation featuring film guests, special surprises, and a sneak-peek at exclusive footage from the film, the first time international audiences will be seeing it outside of Japan.    Hall H Programming Description:  DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA has won the admiration of millions of fans around the globe since its debut in 2019. In celebration of the highly anticipated first feature film of the epic trilogy coming exclusively to theaters on September 12, 2025, Crunchyroll is proud to present DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE coming to Hall H!

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    Logo courtesy of Toei Animation. ©Eiichiro Oda/Shueisha, TOEI ANIMATION Follow IGN and Toei Animation’s social media to learn how to win tickets to the party on July 25Source: Toei Animation Inc. press release Special Thanks to Scott Barretto IGN is teaming up with Toei Animation for an epic ONE PIECE-themed After Party at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, and fans will have the chance to win tickets! Taking place on Friday, July 25 at the iconic San Diego Hard Rock Hotel, the “IGN San Diego Comic-Con 2025 After Party Presented by ONE PIECE” will include a trading card giveaway, photo ops, mascots, live DJ, and a special appearance by Colleen Clinkenbeard, voice of Monkey D. Luffy from the series’ popular English dub. This is an exclusive event for invited industry guests as well as a select number of ticket holders. These tickets are not available for

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    The Ultraman Series 60th Anniversary Project Main Visual (Japanese version). Photo courtesy of Tsuburaya Productions. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS First Plans Include Global Release of Smartphone App Game and Distribution of Past Works on YouTubeSource: Tsuburaya Productions Official Site: https://60th.m-78.jp/ Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shibuya ward, Tokyo; President and CEO: Masayuki Nagatake) is pleased to announce the launch of the "Ultraman Series 60th Anniversary Project" (ウルトラマンシリーズ60周年プロジェクト, Urutoraman Shirīzu 60-Shūnen Purojekuto). The announcement was made today, July 10th JST, which is "Ultraman Day" (ウルトラマンの日, Urutoraman no Hi), as registered with the Japan Anniversary Association. This Project will run for approximately two and a half years from July 2025 and will convey the enduring appeal of Ultraman by exploring the profound stories and universal themes within each series.   About the "Ultraman Series 60th Anniversary Project" On July 10, 1966, Ultraman made his first appearance on television. Since

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    Source: Titan Books Special Thanks to Caitlin Storer Photo courtesy of Titan Books. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS Titan Books is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win ULTRASEVEN: The Official Novel of the Series. Adapting the classic and genre-defining series ULTRASEVEN iby Tsuburaya Productions, Hugo and Scribe award-winning author Pat Cadigan brings a fresh take to the iconic and action-packed adventures of Earth's monster-battling savior.   Synopsis:        In the not-too-distant future, Earth is besieged by aliens. However, the mysterious Dan Moroboshi comes to the defense of humanity, transforming into his true form—the towering Ultraseven—when the planet is endangered. Alongside his allies, the six elite members of the Terrestrial Defense Force, Ultraseven will give everything he has to stop the myriad of foes who are prepared to bring ruin and destruction to the people of Earth.   ULTRASEVEN: The Official Novel of

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    New key visual for the GODZILLA THE RIDE: GREAT CLASH film attraction. Photo courtesy of Toho. © 2025 TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Toho Co., Ltd., Seibuen Amusement Park   On May 8th, Toho Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Hiroyasu Matsuoka) announced the production and distribution of a new Godzilla ride attraction film for the i-Ride system, manufactured by Taiwan's Brogent Technologies, Inc., which would be installed in multiple countries around the world. Takashi Yamazaki. Photo courtesy of Toho. Developed under the temp title "New Godzilla: The Ride" (新・ゴジラ・ザ・ライド, Shin Gojira za Raido), the new attraction film is directed, written, and VFX produced by Takashi Yamazaki, winner of the 96th Academy Award for Best Visual Effects for the international hit GODZILLA MINUS ONE (ゴジラ-1.0/ゴジラマイナスワン, Gojira Mainasu Wan, 2023). Yamazaki also directed “Godzilla the Ride: Giant Monsters Ultimate Battle” (ゴジラ・ザ・ライド大怪獣頂上決戦, Gojira za Raido Daikaijū Chōjō Kessen) for Seibuen Amusement

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    Photo courtesy of Bushiroad. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. ©Bushiroad Source:  Bushiroad Co., Ltd.Official Site: https://godzilla-cardgame.com/ Toho Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Hiroyasu Matsuoka) and Bushiroad Co., Ltd. (Head office: Nakano-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Takaaki Kidani) are pleased to announce that the first three products from the new GODZILLA CARD GAME (ゴジラ カードゲーム, Gojira Kādo Gēmu) - two Starter Decks and one Booster Pack - were released on Saturday, July 5th.  In the GODZILLA CARD GAME, the Godzilla series moves the stage from the movie screen to the game board, and a major battle over the series' 70-year history. As a card game of attack and defense, it will offer a new playing experience that evokes the Godzilla movies and images. Bushiroad is a partner with Toho for this game, providing sales support at TCG (trading card games) specialty stores and mass

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Sui Ishida/Shueisha, Tokyo Ghoul Production Committee Source: Crunchyroll Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Sui Ishida/Shueisha, Tokyo Ghoul Production Committee. Crunchyroll is set to unleash SINK YOUR TEETH: A TOKYO GHOUL CELEBRATION a special Tokyo Ghoul celebration showcasing select episodes from season one for one-day-only on July 21 in the United States. Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment will release the compilation film in select theatres, consisting of episodes 1, 5, 8, 10, 11, and 12 from season one. The film will be available dubbed in English. Watch the Official Trailer HERE. TOKYO GHOUL follows the story of Ken Kaneki, a quiet college student who becomes a ghoul after a freak accident with his date, Rize Kamishiro, goes wrong. All three seasons of TOKYO GHOUL, as well as TOKYO GHOUL √A and TOKYO GHOUL:re, are available to stream on Crunchyroll.

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    Photo courtesy of Bay Area Film Events. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Bay Area Film Events Official Site: https://www.godzillafest.com/Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SFGodzillafest Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfgodzillafest   Bay Area Film Events is back with two great Godzilla in San Francisco for 2025! Photo courtesy of Bay Area Film Events. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. The annual Godzillafest Film Festival returns July 18-20 at the Balboa Theater, with a weekend of 20 different kaiju and tokusatsu films rotating on two movie screens. 2025 is an anniversary year for many classic kaiju movies, so Godzillafest is pleased to present anniversary screenings of GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN, INVASION OF ASTRO-MONSTER, FRANKENSTEIN CONQUERS THE WORLD, GAMERA: THE GIANT MONSTER GAMERA, TERROR OF MECHAGODZILLA, GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH, and GAMERA: GUARDIAN OF THE UNIVERSE. The festival also includes two screenings of the Oscar-winning GODZILLA MINUS ONE, plus such classics as the

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    Additional Acquisition Announcements Included Re:ZERO -STARTING LIFE IN ANOTHER WORLD- Season 4, CLASSROOM OF THE ELITE 2nd Year, MUSHOKU TENSEI: JOBLESS REINCARNATION Season 3, and MoreSource: Crunchyroll press release   Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll, the ultimate destination for fans to enjoy anime globally, held its annual Industry Panel at Anime Expo 2025 on Saturday, July 5, in the Los Angeles Convention Center.  During the panel, the premier anime brand announced several series acquisitions coming to its streaming service, which included some exclusive first looks for anticipated titles as well as official production confirmations revealed to the world for the first time: BLACK CLOVER will be officially returning for an all-new season only on Crunchyroll. Studio Pierrot (NARUTO; BLEACH; TOKYO GHOUL) will be back to produce the series. Fans eagerly awaiting more episodes since the series last aired in 2021 were treated

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    Photo courtesy of Edward L. Holland. ©TOHO CO., LTD Author and Photographer: Edward L. Holland Exhibition Official Site: https://godzillatheart.com/exhibition   Godzilla THE Art Exhibition at Roppongi Hills Mori Tower accented what Godzilla signifies to artists from around the world during its stomp through Tokyo until June 29! From the pop art stylings of Tadanori Yokoo to sculptures, short films, digital art and so much more this showcase for modern art enthusiasts and the legendary, Japanese monster celebrating its 70th anniversary did not disappoint. With no emphasis, thankfully, on the Hollywood Godzilla, patrons were inspired by the significant pieces on display in the heart of chic Tokyo atop the 52nd floor of Mori Tower Roppongi at the Mori Art Center Gallery. Locals and international tourists re-explored 70 Years of Godzilla’s Evolution and how the kaiju has transformed across the decades in Japan. The King of

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    Photo courtesy of Toei Animation. ©Eiichiro Oda/Shueisha, TOEI ANIMATION ONE PIECE Franchise Celebration Sponsored by Toei Animation Included Branded Straw Hats and Concession Items, Collectible Card Giveaway, Photo Activations, Mascots, Celebrity First Pitch and Post-Game Drone ShowSource: Toei Animation Inc. press release Special Thanks to Scott Barretto Yesterday, ONE PIECE Night, a one-day stadium promotion of the global hit franchise ONE PIECE, took place at Dodger Stadium for the 7:10 p.m. match-up between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox. Sponsored by legendary studio Toei Animation in partnership with the Los Angeles Dodgers, ONE PIECE Night provided a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience to ticketholders at the sold-out game. Upon entering the turnstile for tonight’s game, the first 40,000 fans received both an L.A. Dodgers ONE PIECE co-branded straw hat and a limited-edition card from the ONE PIECE CARD GAME featuring one-time special occasion collaboration art drawn

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    Source: Janus Films, Film Forum Special Thanks to Courtney Ott Photo courtesy of Janus Films. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Starting July 19th, Janus Films and the Film Forum in New York present KUROSAWA IN 4K, a  nine-film festival featuring some of the most influential titles by the legendary director, spanning genres from samurai epic to gritty Noir. All spectacular 4K restorations were undertaken by Toho Co., Ltd. in Japan, with many being shown in the U.S. for the first time, including THRONE OF BLOOD, STRAY DOG, HIGH AND LOW, THE HIDDEN FORTRESS, IKIRU, YOJIMBO, and SANJURO and RASHOMON*. Watch the Trailer HERE Full Screening Schedule HERE   KUROSAWA IN 4K Friday, July 18 – Thursday, July 31 Film Forum 209 West Houston St. west of 6th Ave. Map and Directions Box Office: 212-727-8110   FILMS

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    Source: TOKYOPOP press release Special Thanks to Erik Jansen (MediaLab) Photo courtesy of MediaLab. Publisher TOKYOPOP has announced that its acclaimed manga, A Smart and Courageous Child, has been nominated for a 2025 American Manga Award in the category of Best One-Shot.  Created by Miki Yamamoto, the manga poignantly examines how a first-time mother works through her fears of bringing a child into a dangerous and uncertain world and learns to evaluate her worries, process her fears, and ultimately choose positivity over uncertainty and paranoia.  The winners of the American Manga Awards will be determined by votes from professionals working in an editorial capacity with North American manga publishers. Voter registration for the American Manga Awards is open through July 21 and is voting open until July 24. The awards will take place on August 21, 2025, at the Japan Society in New York City and

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    Source: Pony Canyon press releaseOfficial Site: https://wata-tabe.com/ (Japan)Official X: @wttb_tb https://twitter.com/wttb_tbSpecial Thanks to Wenbo Jiang and Andrew Nguyen    Image courtesy of Pony Canyon. ©2024 Sai Naekawa/KADOKAWA/Project Watatabe Pony Canyon has revealed the “Global Visual” and a special trailer for the upcoming anime series, THIS MONSTER WANTS TO EAT ME (私を喰べたい、ひとでなし, Watashi o Tabetai, Hito de Nashi). A beautiful yet heart-wrenching tale of a girl and a monster, the anime is based on the manga of the same name, which was selected in the Unique Story/Art category of “You Should Read This Manga 2025” powered by MyAnimeList. THIS MONSTER WANTS TO EAT MEhas also been drawing worldwide attention, with a panel exhibition confirmed for PONY CANYON MATSURI 2025 at Japan Expo in Paris, France and two convention appearances in the United States. View the new English subtitled trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceqiPZVWbD4   ■ Story "I've come to eat

    THE RETURN OF GODZILLA comes to London Barbican Centre for a special outdoor screening in August. Photo courtesy of Barbican. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD.

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    THE RETURN OF GODZILLA comes to London Barbican Centre for a special outdoor screening in August. Photo courtesy of Barbican. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: The Barbican CentreSpecial Thanks to Steven Sloss Ahead of their All Kaiju Attack: Earth SOS season beginning in September, the Barbican Centre in London is hosting an outdoor showing of Koji Hashimoto’s THE RETURN OF GODZILLA (ゴジラ, Gojira, 1984). The screening represents the UK theatrical debut of Toho’s unedited Japanese cut. Tickets are now on sale here. Read on for details...   THE RETURN OF GODZILLA + Recorded Intro by Kaiju Expert Steven Sloss (PG) Outdoor Cinema 2025 Sat 23 Aug 2025 Barbican Centre< Silk St, Barbican, London EC2Y 8DS, United Kingdom Tickets and more information are available at: https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2025/event/the-return-of-godzilla   Thirty years after the original GODZILLA, the King of the Monsters was

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    Photo courtesy of Japan Society. Ⓒ Japan Society Source: Japan Society press release Official Site: https://japansociety.org/film/japancuts/ Special Thanks to Melissa Olster and Alexander Fee   JAPAN SOCIETY PRESENTS THE 18TH ANNUAL JAPAN CUTS: FESTIVAL OF NEW JAPANESE FILM July 10–20, 2025 · Japan Society · New York, NY North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese film returns for its 18th year this summer at Japan Society! Join us July 10-20 for 30 curated films from across Japan featuring major award-winners, indie darlings, up-and-coming filmmakers, restorations, documentaries, experimental and short films and anime. JAPAN CUTS Powered by GU is a showcase of the latest in Japanese cinema, featuring both today’s most popular actors and directors as well as tomorrow’s pioneering talent. Become part of our passionate filmgoer community for premieres, parties and

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