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Hello, otakus! 👋 This week we continue with more anime and manga announcements that are going to be very talked about. Here you have everything that has been confirmed. 🎬🔥

📅 February 24 – Ninja vs. Gokudo will have an anime 🥷⚔️
Kodansha has announced the anime adaptation of Shinsuke Kondō ’s Ninja vs. Gokudo manga. To celebrate the news, the author has shared a special illustration. The manga follows the adventures of a ninja in a war between clans, so fans of battles and action won’t want to miss this adaptation!

📅 February 24 – Touring After the Apocalypse becomes an anime 🏍️🌍
Aniplex has confirmed the anime adaptation of Sakae Saitō 's Touring After the Apocalypse (Shūmatsu Touring) manga. The anime will be produced by Nexus and will premiere this year. The series, which shows two girls traveling by motorcycle through a post-apocalyptic world, promises action-packed adventures and reflections on life and humanity.

📅 February 25 – The Rising of the Shield Hero confirms fourth season 🛡️🔥
Kadokawa has revealed that the fourth season of The Rising of the Shield Hero will premiere in July . Additionally, a new promotional image has been shown, giving us a glimpse of what Naofumi Iwatani will face on his new journey. A special event called "Shield Fes" will be held on June 15 in Tokyo , with cast members in attendance.

📅 February 26 – Hikuidori , the historical novel about firefighters, will have an anime 🔥🚒
Shōgo Imamura has announced that his historical novel Hikuidori (Fire Eater) will be getting an anime adaptation. The manga will begin publishing this spring, while the anime will premiere in winter 2026. Synergy SP will be in charge of the animation. This series will tell the story of brave firefighters during World War II, as they fight against fire and adversity.

📅 February 26 – Fire Force final season has a date and trailer 🔥🔥
The Fire Force anime has released a trailer for its third and final season, confirming an April 4 premiere. The video also reveals the opening theme song titled “ High Flame ” by Queen Bee . This season will be the last and it promises to be an explosive one, with the first part of the season premiering on MBS, TBS, and BS-TBS , and the second part arriving in January 2026 .

📅 * February 27 – KonoSuba 3 -Bonus Stage- OVA reveals trailer and guest characters 🎉
Kadokawa has revealed the trailer for KonoSuba 3 -Bonus Stage- OVA , the new original OVA for the third season of KonoSuba – God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! . This OVA will be composed of two previously unreleased episodes that will screen in theaters in Japan starting March 14 and will be available on Blu-ray and DVD starting April 25. The episodes will feature a completely original story written by Natsume Akatsuki , the author of the novels.

📅 February 28 – Hotel Inhumans anime reveals teaser, cast, and more details 🏨👹
The Hotel Inhumans anime, based on the manga by Ao Tajima , has released a teaser revealing its cast and more details. The anime is set to premiere in July , and promises to be a mix of mystery and comedy with fascinating characters!

📅 February 28 – Summer Pockets anime coming on April 7 🌸
The anime based on Visual Arts/Key ’s visual novel Summer Pockets will premiere on April 7 on Tokyo MX and BS11 . This deep story about youth, loss, and memories is sure to captivate fans of emotional anime.

📅 February 28 – Mumei no Jinsei (Nameless Life) by Ryūya Suzuki premieres on May 16 🎬✨
Director Ryūya Suzuki has announced that his debut anime film Mumei no Jinsei (Nameless Life) will open in Japan on May 16. The film will be about the internal struggles and life experiences of a nameless young man, filled with emotion and reflection.

📅 February 28 – Hinahima Twins anime with AI will premiere on March 29 🤖
Hinahima Twins , the anime created using artificial intelligence by KaKa Creation and Frontier Works , is set to premiere on March 29. The anime promises a unique experience by combining advanced technology with innovative narratives.

📅 March 1 – Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle first film premieres on July 18 🗡️💥
The first film in the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle trilogy is set to open in Japan on July 18 . The film will adapt the Infinity Castle arc from the series and will be screened in IMAX . Additionally, Aniplex plans to screen it in over 150 countries and regions . This is an event you can’t miss if you’re a fan of Tanjiro and his friends!

📅 March 2 – Haikyū!! movie sequel confirmed 🏐🔥
Haikyū!! has a new film confirmed! Gekijōban Haikyū!! VS Chiisana Kyojin (Haikyū!! VS The Little Giant) will continue the story of Haikyū!! The Dumpster Battle and will be directed by Susumu Mitsunaka . The excitement continues for fans of the sports series!

📅 March 2 – I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day anime confirmed 💔🌙
Kadokawa has announced the anime adaptation of Nachi Aono 's I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day manga. This romantic drama promises to touch fans' hearts with a story full of love and deep emotions.

Summary of the week:

✅ Feb 24 – Ninja vs. Gokudo → Anime announced.
✅ Feb 24 – Touring After the Apocalypse → Anime announced.
✅ Feb 25 – The Rising of the Shield Hero → Season 4 confirmed for July.
✅ Feb 26 – Hikuidori → Anime and manga announced.
✅ Feb 26 – Fire Force → Final season premieres April 4.
✅ Feb 27 – KonoSuba 3 -Bonus Stage- → In theaters March 14.
✅ Feb 28 – Hotel Inhumans → Premiering in July.
✅ Feb 28 – Summer Pockets → Premiering April 7.
✅ Feb 28 – Mumei no Jinsei → Premieres on May 16.
✅ Feb 28 – Hinahima Twins → Premiering March 29.
✅ Mar 1 – Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba → Infinity Castle premieres on July 18.
✅ Mar 2 – Haikyū!! → New movie confirmed.
✅ March 2 – I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day → Confirmed anime.