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    THE WORLD OF KANAKO is now available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD in North America. Images courtesy of Cinedigm. © 2014

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    Source: Cinedigm Official Website: kawaki.gaga.ne.jp (Japan), drafthousefilms.com/the-world-of-kanako (US) THE WORLD OF KANAKO (???, Kawaki., 2014) is now available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD from Drafthouse Films. An uncompromising revenge thriller of operatic scope, THE WORLD OF KANAKO is a non-stop visual and emotional assault to the senses as it follows troubled ex-detective Akikazu (Koji Yakusho, 13 ASSASSINS, BABEL) on the hunt for his missing teenage daughter, Kanako. What he discovers in his search is an unsettling and harrowing web of depravity –– surrounding both Kanako and himself. As Akizaku stumbles along a shocking trail of drugs, sex and violence, he finds himself woefully unprepared for the revelations that affect all he holds dear. Directed by Tetsuya Nakashima (CONFESSIONS, Japan’s submission for the Academy’s best foreign language film in 2011), The World of Kanako is an astonishing tour de force of mystery, beauty and boundary-pushing violence. A

    Cover art for POWER RANGERS TIME FORCE: The Complete Series. Photo courtesy of Shout! Factory. © Power Rangers LLC.

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    Complete 2001 Series Now Available in Stores Nationwide from Shout! Factory Source: Shout! Factory, Cinedigm press release Special Thanks to Shannon Meehan Join the Power Rangers as they battle the evil Ransik in Shout! Factory`s release POWER RANGERS TIME FORCE: The Complete Series, a 5-DVD box set that contains all 40 episodes of the iconic show’s ninth season. In the distant future, a team of Power Rangers known as the Power Rangers Time Force act as a time-traveling police force capturing and freezing criminal mutants. When the notorious criminal mastermind Ransik stages a daring escape, he fells the Red Time Force Ranger Alex and takes the entire cryogenic prison full of dangerous, incarcerated mutants back in time with him to the year 2001. There he seeks to unleash a new wave of crime against our modern world, helpless against his vastly superior technology. In pursuit of

    Front and back cover art for the BLEACH MOVIES: THE UNFORGIVEN DOUBLE FEATURE DVD set. Images courtesy of VIZ Media. © Tite Kubo/Shueisha, TV TOKYO, dentsu, Pierrot © BMP 2008/2010

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    BLEACH THE MOVIE: FADE TO BLACK And BLEACH THE MOVIE: HELL VERSE Special New Double DVD Set Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor, publisher and licensor of anime and manga in North America, offers a special treat to anime aficionados and BLEACH fans as it announces the release of the BLEACH MOVIES: THE UNFORGIVEN DOUBLE FEATURE, a special home media edition. Set for retail release on February 16th, this new DVD set contain BLEACH THE MOVIE: FADE TO BLACK as well as BLEACH THE MOVIE: HELL VERSE. The 2-disc set will carry an MSRP of $14.98 U.S. / $21.99 CAN and will feature dubbed English as well as subtitled audio tracks for both movies. Bonus features will include a production art gallery and movie trailers. In BLEACH THE MOVIE: FADE TO BLACK (BLEACH

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    HANNA-BI, KIKUJIRO and DOLLS from Third Window Films Source: Third Window Films Special Thanks to Claire Marty British label Third Window Films is pleased to announce the Blu-Ray releases of three films from Takeshi Kitano. All feature new 2K remasters from Office Kitano. The first 1000 copies of each feature cardboard slipcases with new illustrated artwork by Marie Bergeron supported by Filmdoo`s Film Creativity Competition. HANNA-BI (???) Former Police officer Nishi feels responsible for the shattered lives of his loved ones. His partner Horibe has been crippled in a disastrous stakeout, a colleague is shot dead by the same villain, and his own wife has a terminal illness. In debt to a yakuza loan shark, Nishi conceives a bank robbery to provide for his partner, help the dead cop’s widow, and take one last holiday throughout Japan with his wife and share a

    ©2015 Ishimori Productions and Dynamic Productions.

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    CYBORG 009 VS. DEVILMAN Review Part 1 Author: Paul Haberman ©2015 Ishimori Productions and Dynamic Productions I remember a time long, long ago when Japanese animation was really, really cool. Back in the 80s, trading VHS tapes of sometimes poor quality Japanese TV recordings was a favorite past time of mine. The fact that any of these shows were recorded in the first place was always amazing to me. Even more amazing that the recordings made it into the hands of collectors in the U.S. It wasn’t until the 90s that Japanese animation gained some momentum in the U.S. and began becoming mainstream. Now, forget about it. Words like “anime” and “manga” are firmly established in the mental lexicons of nerds everywhere. Back in the 80s, getting tapes of Japanese cartoons was a hard won victory, each tape a closer step to unlocking new stories and

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    MONTHLY GIRLS` NOZAKI-KUN Available March 29th Source: Section23 Films press release Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff Home video distributor Section23 Films has announced its March slate of releases; including Sentai Filmworks’ latest acquisition, the romantic comedy series MONTHLY GIRLS` NOZAKI-KUN. Available on DVD, Blu-ray and Limited Edition Premium Box Set. Product details follow, in order of release... WIZARD BARRISTERS COMPLETE COLLECTION Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 300 min. Street Date: 3/1/2016 Format: DVD, BD Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $59.98, $69.98 When the laws of magic are broken, it`s the duty of the Police Department`s deadly Section 1 to enforce them. But, since even craven maven mages and nefarious necromancers have the right to a fair trial, the job of defending them belongs to the Benmashi, the Wizard Barristers! It`s a tricky profession, requiring both arcane ability and

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Sentai Filmworks is proud to announce its latest acquisition, UTAWARERUMONO (OVA) (???????, 2009-2010). This comedic fantasy anime consists of a group of side-stories to supplement the UTAWARERUMONO universe. Fans of the series will recognize many characters from the series as they run into more adventures and mischief. Kenichiro Katsura took the helm as director of the episodes, with scripting done by Takamitsu Kouno. Original character designs were provided by Tatsuki Amazuyu, with sound direction by Takatoshi Hamano. Animation production was handled by AQUAPLUS and Chaos Project. UTAWARERUMONO (OVA) will be available domestically through select digital outlets with a home video release to follow. For Sentai Filmworks’ latest announcements regarding this title and other great programming, be sure to like them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter. About Sentai Filmworks, LLC Sentai

    Box art for the Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set II. Image courtesy of Aniplex of America. © TYPE-MOON, ufotable, FSNPC

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    The Holy Grail War Continues in the Epic Second Season! Source: AniplexUSA press release Official Site: fate-sn.com (Japan), FateStayNightUSA.com (US) Special Thanks to Joanna Metoki Fans who have been waiting for the final chapter of the Fifth Holy Grail War can rejoice as Aniplex of America Inc. announces the release details for both the FATE/STAY NIGHT [UNLIMITED BLADE WORKS] Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set II and Complete 2nd Season DVD. Pre-orders have begun for both of these SKUs which will be available on February 16th 2016 through the official U.S. FATE/STAY NIGHT [UNLIMITED BLADE WORKS] website and also through official Aniplex of America retailers. This is the second and final domestic set to be released for FATE/STAY NIGHT [UNLIMITED BLADE WORKS] that launched its highly-anticipated streaming campaign last October. Both releases will include the entire uncut second season episodes 13 to 25 featured in both the

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: j-haikyu.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez The hit sports anime HAIKYUU!! continues as Sentai Filmworks proudly announces the acquisition of HAIKYUU!! Season 2 (?????!! ????????, Haikyuu!! Sekandoshiizun, 2015) as part of the Fall 2015 anime season lineup. Based on the manga sensation by Haruichi Furudate, this high speed slice of life series is directed by Susumu Mitsunaka (CUTICLE DETECTIVE INABA, BUNNY DROP) with series composition by Taku Kishimoto (SILVER SPOON, TALES FROM EARTHSEA), character designs by Takahiro Kishida (BTOOOM!, PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA) and animation production by Production I.G (GHOST HOUND, KUROKO`S BASKETBALL). The new season picks up the drama, both on and off the volleyball court, as the relationship/rivalry between teammates Shoyo Hinata and Tobio Kageyama heats up. Throwing even more gasoline on the fire is the introduction of a new female character, Hitoka Yachi, who joins

    Cover art for SUPER SENTAI: GOSEI SENTAI DAIRANGER: The Complete Series. Photo courtesy of Shout! Factory. © Toei Company, Ltd.

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    Available November 10th Source: Shout! Factory press release Special Thanks to Sarah J. De Bruin Following their DVD collection of ZYURANGER in early 2015, on November 10th Shout! Factory will release SUPER SENTAI: GOSEI SENTAI DAIRANGER: The Complete Series, the second installment of the original Japanese series that inspired the worldwide phenomenon POWER RANGERS franchise! Available for the first time on DVD, the ten disc set contains all 50 episodes of DAIRANGER (???????????, Gosei Sentai Dairenjaa, 1993-1994), presented in Japanese with English subtitles. Fans can pre-order their copy now by visiting ShoutFactory.com. The three Tribes of the Daos Empire -- Shura, Dai and Gorma -- were peaceful until the Gorma set out to conquer the planet, launching a magical war between the Gorma and Dai Tribes that lasted for 5,000 years. In the end, both civilizations were lost... until now. The evil Gorma have returned. Now,

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: gochiusa.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Sentai Filmworks is proud to announce its latest acquisition, IS THE ORDER A RABBIT?? Season 2 (????????????, Gochuumon wa Usagi Desu Ka??, 2015), as part of the Fall 2015 anime season lineup. Based on the manga from original creator Koi, this comedic slice of life continues the lighthearted fun established in the first season. Join Cocoa and all of her friends at Rabbit House for another round of feel-good teatime goodness! Hiroyuki Hashimoto (ANGEL BEATS!, DEVIL SURVIVOR 2) reprises his role as director, as does Kazuyuki Fudeyasu (KAMPFER, PRINCESS RESURRECTION) with series composition. Also returning are the character designs of Yousuke Okude (KUROKO`S BASKETBALL, TARI TARI) and musical compositions by Ruka Kawada. White Fox, the studio behind AKAME GA KILL! and STEINS;GATE, will again be providing animation production. IS THE ORDER A

    © 2015 Shiori Ota EVERYSTAR/Published by KADOKAWA/ Sakurako Partners

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: sakurakosan.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Sentai Filmworks is proud to announce its latest acquisition, BEAUTIFUL BONES -SAKURAKO’S INVESTIGATION- (??????????????????, Sakurako-san no ashimoto ni wa shitai ga umatte iru, 2015) as part of the Fall 2015 anime season lineup. Based on the Japanese mystery light novel series by Shiori Ota, the story follows a series of incidents surrounding a normal high school student named Shotaro Tatewaki, his older girlfriend, Sakurako Kujo, and her infatuation for “beautiful bones.” Animation production will be handled by TROYCA (ALDNOAH.ZERO) with Makoto Kato making his series director debut. Michio Sato (TENCHI MUYO! GXP, VIPER`S CREED, EYESHIELD 21) acts as the chief animation director and character designer. Takayo Ikami (PENGUINDRUM, YURIKUMA ARASHI) is in charge of series composition with music production by TECHNOBOYS PULCRAFT GREEN-FUND (AKIKAN!, TRINITY SEVEN, WITCH CRAFT WORKS). BEAUTIFUL BONES -SAKURAKO’S

    Win the Universal Studios Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack of WHEN MARNIE WAS THERE, the newest feature from Japan’s famed Studio Ghibli. Image courtesy of GKIDS Inc. © 2014 GNDHDDTK

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    Source: Source: Universal Studios Home Entertainment, Click Communications Official Movie Site: marnie.jp (Japan), gkidsfilms.com/marnie (US) Special Thanks to Brigid D`Arcy Universal Studios Home Entertainment is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win the new Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack of Studio Ghibli’s WHEN MARNIE WAS THERE (????????, Omoide no Maanii, 2014) from GKids. Based on the beloved young adult novel by Joan G. Robinson and directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi (THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY), WHEN MARNIE WAS THERE is a haunting tale gorgeously rendered with its moonlit seascapes, glowing orchestral score, and powerful portrayals of friendship and belonging. When shy, artistic Anna moves to the seaside to live with her aunt and uncle, she stumbles upon an old mansion surrounded by marshes, and the mysterious young girl, Marnie, who lives there. The two girls instantly form a unique connection and friendship that

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: tbs.co.jp/anime/ybj (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Sentai Filmworks is proud to announce its latest acquisition, YOUNG BLACK JACK (??? ?????????, Yangu Burakku Jakku), as part of the Fall 2015 anime season lineup. Based on the manga written by Yoshiaki Tabata and illustrated by Y?go ?kuma, this anime focuses on Osamu Tezuka’s beloved character, Black Jack, in his years as a medical student. YOUNG BLACK JACK will explore the formative years of one of manga’s most mysterious and iconic characters as he strives to become a master surgeon! The series will be directed by Atsuko Kase, while Ryosuke Takahashi and Yoshiaki Tabata will handle series composition and scripting respectively. Daisuke Ikeda is composing the music, and renowned studio Tezuka Productions (ASTRO BOY, THE FANTASTIC ADVENTURES OF UNICO, THE NEW ADVENTURES OF KIMBA THE WHITE LION) is animating the series.

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: comet-lucifer.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Sentai Filmworks is proud to announce its latest acquisition, COMET LUCIFER (??????????, Kometto Rushifaa, 2015), as part of the Fall 2015 anime season lineup. This science fiction anime series takes place on Gift, a planet that hides a wealth of glittering blue ore deep beneath its surface. The story focuses on Sogo, a young man from a prosperous mining town, a mysterious blue-haired girl, and the adventures that result from their meeting. Atsushi Nakayama and Yasuhito Kikuchi will act as series director and director, respectively. Yuichi Nomura, who developed the original concept for the show, will also be providing both the script and series composition. Tatsuya Kato is composing the music, Yuichi Takahashi is handling character designs, and the studio 8 Bit (THE EDEN OF GRISAIA, INFINITE STRATOS, ABSOLUTE DUO) will produce

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: ittoshura.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Sentai Filmworks is proud to announce its latest acquisition, CHIVALRY OF A FAILED KNIGHT (????????, Rakudai Kishi no Eiyuutan, 2015), as part of the Fall 2015 anime season lineup. This action fantasy series is adapted from the light novels of original creator Riku Misora and tells the tale of Ikki Kurogane, a failing student at a prestigious school for Magic Knights. Ikki’s status as the “worst one” comes from the fact that he has no magical skills, but that doesn’t stop the number one student in the school, Stella, from challenging him to a duel where the loser becomes the other’s obedient servant for life! Shin Oonuma (FATE/KALEID PRISMA ILLYA, WATAMOTE) and Jin Tamamura (INVADERS OF THE ROKUJYOMA!?) are serving as director and series director, respectively, and the studios SILVER LINK (WATAMOTE,

    Artwork not final – mock-up. Photo courtesy of Section23 Films

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    HANAYAMATA COMPLETE COLLECTION Available January 19th Source: Section23 Films press release Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff Home video distributor Section23 Films today announced its January slate of releases; including Sentai Filmworks’ latest acquisition, the bittersweet coming-of-age story HANAYAMATA, available on both DVD and Blu-ray. Product details follow, in order of release... DAI SHOGUN COMPLETE COLLECTION Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 300 min. Street Date: 1/5/2016 Format: DVD, BD Language: Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $49.98, $59.98 In a world where history took a different path, Japan has been isolated from the outside world by steam-powered robots that repel all invaders. Inside Japan, however, the people are divided into feuding and fighting feudal factions. Feisty Keiichiro Tokugawa dreams of changing this and unifying Japan, and he just may be the one man who can use the legendary giant robot Susanoo. Unfortunately, just

    © Tite Kubo/Shueisha, TV TOKYO, dentsu, Pierrot

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    Catch the Exciting Climax of the Hit Supernatural Action Series this Month Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest publisher, distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, brings one of Japan’s most celebrated anime series to an exhilarating conclusion as it announces the home media release of the final BLEACH DVD Box Set Edition on September 29th. BLEACH Set 26 contains 2-discs with the climactic final 12 episodes (355-366) of the series about the adventures of a clairvoyant teenager. Content is available with dialogue selections for dubbed English as well as subtitled, Japanese 2.0 audio, with episodes presented in 16x9 video. The set will carry an MSRP of $44.82 U.S. / $51.99 CAN. In the final episodes, Ichigo begins training under Ginjo in order to develop his Fullbring powers, while Orihime

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: hamatorapj.com Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Sentai Filmworks is proud to announce its latest acquisition, RE:?HAMATORA (Re?? ????????? ?????, Re: ? Hamatora (Ripurai Hamatora), 2014). The first season was enveloped in mystery and came to a shocking end -- but that was only the beginning. It`s been three months since the Yokohama Riots, and the Hamatora detectives believe things are back to normal. But these troubled characters, still reeling from the events of last season, will have to reply when a mystery that was cloaked in darkness comes to light. Seiji Kishi (PERSONA4 THE ANIMATION, ANGEL BEATS!) reprised his role as director for this second season of the HAMATORA series, based on an original concept by Yuki Kodama and Natsu Matsumai. Jun Kumagi (series composition: PERSONA4 THE GOLDEN ANIMATION; script: AQUARION LOGOS) handled series composition. Sound direction was handled

    Photo courtesy of Tsuburaya Productions. © Tsuburaya Productions

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    Source: Bandai Visual Co., Ltd. Bandai Visual will begin releasing the ULTRAMAN X (???????, Urutoraman Ekkusu, 2015) series on Blu-ray and DVD in Japan December 24th. The limited edition DVD BOX I and Blu-ray BOX I will each include the first 11 episodes plus a disc of bonus features (combined running time 330 minutes) packaged in a slipcase. DVD BOX II and Blu-ray BOX II will contain the second half of the series, and are scheduled for March 25, 2016. ULTRAMAN X will also be released as a rental-only, standard edition DVD. The first of 6 volumes, featuring Episodes 1-4, will be available December 24th. ? ULTRAMAN X Blu-ray BOX ?/ ??????X?Blu-ray BOX ? Label: EMOTION Publisher: Bandai Visual Cat#: BCXS-1026 Format: Blu-Ray Region: A Number of Discs: 3 Release Date: December 24, 2015 Price (Excluding Tax): ?19,800 (Approximately $165.06 US) Disc Configuration:

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