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    Photo courtesy of Toho. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: The Criterion Collection Photo courtesy of the Criterion Collection. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. The Criterion Collection is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win their new 4K UHD + Blu-ray edition of GODZILLA VS. BIOLLANTE (ゴジラvsビオランテ, Gojira vs. Biorante, 1989)! The second film in Toho's Heisei Godzilla VS series (1985-95), GODZILLA VS. BIOLLANTE stands as a high point in the ever-evolving mythology of the King of the Monsters. This time, Godzilla’s foe is one of the series’ most wondrously strange kaiju creations: Biollante — a mutant plant genetically engineered from the cells of a rose, a renegade scientist’s dead daughter, and Godzilla himself. Criterion's GODZILLA VS. BIOLLANTE 4K UHD + Blu-ray features a new 4K digital restoration of the film, with 5.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio Japanese soundtrack and a new English subtitle translation. Special

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    GODZILLA MINUS ONE is just one of the many movie models feature in KAIJU DAISHINGEKI 2025.Photo courtesy of Hobby Japan Co., Ltd. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Hobby Japan Co., Ltd. press release Cover for KAIJU DAISHINGEKI 2025. Photo courtesy of Hobby Japan Co., Ltd. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Hobby Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Daisuke Matsushita) has released the model kit mook Kaiju Daishingeki 2025 (怪獣大進撃2025) - meaning "Giant Monster Attack 2025" - in bookstores and hobby shops across Japan. This the first new issue of Kaiju Daishingeki in nine years. Fans and collectors outside of Japan can find Kaiju Daishingeki 2025 in Japanese bookstores, collectors shops, and from online retailers. Kaiju Daishingeki 2025 presents 116 pages of kaiju models from the Godzilla and Gamera series. From the popular GODZILLA MINUS ONE to the Heisei Godzilla VS series, the Monsterverse GODZILLA

    GKIDS will premiere the first the episodes of the new anime WITCH WATCH in theaters March 16-18. Photo courtesy of GKIDS. ©Kenta Shinohara/SHUEISHA, WITCH WATCH Production Committee, MBS

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    GKIDS will premiere the first the episodes of the new anime WITCH WATCH in theaters March 16-18. Photo courtesy of GKIDS. ©Kenta Shinohara/SHUEISHA, WITCH WATCH Production Committee, MBS Source: GKIDS Official Site: https://witchwatch-anime.com/ (Japan)   Photo courtesy of GKIDS. ©Kenta Shinohara/SHUEISHA, WITCH WATCH Production Committee, MBS Puppy love meets magical mischief and danger in WITCH WATCH (ウィッチウォッチ, Witchi Wotchi, 2025), the endlessly charming and riotously funny new anime series. GKIDS presents WITCH WATCH: WATCH PARTY, the North American premiere of the first three episodes of the show, only in theaters on March 16-18. Purchase tickets now from https://gkids.com/series/witch-watch/tickets/.   Based on the popular manga by Kenta Shinohara (SKET Dance), WITCH WATCH is a hilariously magical rom-com following teenage witch Nico and her Ogre familiar Morihito, who is tasked with her protection after a dire prophecy is cast

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Kei Urana, Hideyoshi Andou and KODANSHA/GACHIAKUTA Production Committee A Highly Anticipated Series from Studio Bones Film and Screenwriter Hiroshi Seko Will “Overthrow the Status Quo and Change the World!” Source: Crunchyroll press releaseOfficial Site: https://gachiakuta-anime.com/ (Japan) Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Kei Urana, Hideyoshi Andou and KODANSHA/GACHIAKUTA Production Committee Crunchyroll, the global anime brand, is taking “trash television” quite literally. The ultimate anime streaming service has announced that GACHIAKUTA (ガチアクタ, 2025), the next big hit in shonen anime based on the manga currently serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine, will stream exclusively on its platform in Summer 2025. Produced by the renowned studio Bones Film (MY HERO ACADEMIA; FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST: BROTHERHOOD), GACHIAKUTA is set to captivate audiences with its electrifying action, unique graffiti-inspired art style, and intense revenge-driven storyline – all set in the dystopian world set in a floating city known

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    Source: Radiance Films, MVD Entertainment Special Thanks to Derek Stubinski Photo courtesy of Radiance Films. ©Toei THE TALE OF OIWA'S GHOST (怪談 お岩の亡霊, Kaidan Oiwa no Bōrei, 1961) will be released for the first time on Blu-ray in a special edition from Radiance Films with newly created extras. Crime film specialist Tai Kato (I, THE EXECUTIONER) brings the famous Ghost Story of Yotsuya to the screen as a gritty tale of murder and greed, with an intense lead performance by Tomisaburo Wakayama (LONE WOLF AND CUB, THE BOUNTY HUNTER Trilogy, BIG TIME GAMBLING BOSS). For fans of DAIEI GOTHIC, KWAIDAN, DEMON POND, and YOKAI MONSTERS COLLECTION When the daughter of an elite family takes a shine to poor samurai Iemon (Tomisaburo Wakayama), he sees an opportunity to climb the social ladder. He just needs to rid himself of his only obstacle: his loving wife Oiwa. He poisons

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    Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Super7 Special Thanks to Brian Flynn and Ashley Anderson The kaiju have risen again, but this time there is no need to fear their return—they’re only 5” tall and dangerously adorable! Inspired by the vintage Japanese toys of the past and following the cute, minimal aesthetic of Super7’s Mascot Vinyl figures, Super7 is excited to introduce the newest additions to the FUN! FUN! lineup: 2-part soft vinyl figures of Godzilla Minus One, Godzilla ‘89, and Mechagodzilla ‘93. Packed in delightfully-colorful, collector-friendly window box packaging, these FUN! FUN! figures are a must-have for any kaiju collector. Collect them all today! Approximately 5 inches tall Articulated at the neck Made of premium soft vinyl   Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD.

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    Source: HIDIVE press release Official Site: https://rocklady.rocks/ (Japan)Special Thanks to Scott Barretto (AMCN Entertainment Group) Photo courtesy of HIDIVE. ©︎Hiroshi Fukuda, Hakusensha/ROCK IS A LADY’S MODESTY Production Committee Music will fill the air this spring for anime fans following today’s news that AMC Network’s HIDIVE has added the new series ROCK IS A LADY’S MODESTY (ロックは淑女の嗜みでして, Rokku wa Redi no Tashinami Deshite, 2025) to its simulcast slate for the Spring 2025 season. This coming-of-age drama featuring intense rock music is based on the manga series written and illustrated by Hiroshi Fukuda and will stream exclusively on HIDIVE. As part of today’s announcement, HIDIVE debuted the official English subtitled trailer for the upcoming show. ROCK IS A LADY’S MODESTY will premiere on April 3. “We’re excited to add ROCK IS A LADY’S MODESTY to our exclusive simulcast line-up for Spring 2025,” said John Ledford, President of HIDIVE. “This new

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    Photo courtesy of Hagoromo. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Hagoromo press release Japanese publisher Hagoromo Co., Ltd. is now taking preorders for Godzilla Art Panel Movie Posters (ゴジラアートパネル映画ポスター, Gojira Ato Paneru Eiga Posutā). There are 10 different designs, each printed on durable canvas that will retain the vivid color and detail of the poster artwork.   Photo courtesy of Hagoromo. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Hagoromo. ©TOHO CO., LTD. ■ The History Of Godzilla Movies On Canvas The classic Godzilla posters that have made their mark in film history, with powerful visuals that adorned movie theater lobbies and streetscapes, are now available as canvas art. This current selection of art panel features 10 carefully selected Godzilla movie posters from the past, printed on canvas fabric.  From MOTHRA VS. GODZILLA (モスラ対ゴジラ, Mosura Tai Gojira) released

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    Photo courtesy of Film Movement. © 1974 NIKKATSU. Source: Film Movement press releaseSpecial Thanks to Michael Krause A masterpiece by Roman Porno master director Noboru Tanaka, THE OLDEST PROFESSION, (aka CONFIDENTIAL REPORT: SEX MARKET or SECRET CHRONICLE: SHE BEAST MARKET), restored in 4K from the original 35MM master negative distinguishes itself within the genre with its bold use of form, gut-wrenching performances and uncompromising depiction of the realities of sex work in 1970s Japan, creating one of “the most distinctive titles of the category” (Asian Movie Pulse). THE OLDEST PROFESSION will be available on VOD, Digital, and Film Movement+ on April 4th.   Photo courtesy of Film Movement. © 1974 NIKKATSU THE OLDEST PROFESSION ((秘)色情めす市場, Maruhi: Shikijo Mesu Ichiba, 1974) 20 years have passed since the Prostitution Prevention Law was enacted, and the red-light district is now gone. Nonetheless, sex work

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    Photo courtesy of Bandai Namco Toys &Collectibles America Inc. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc., Bandai Godzilla (1991) from the hit GODZILLA VS. KING GHIDORAH (ゴジラvsキングギドラ, Gojira Tai Kingu Gidora) is now available in the 6" Godzilla Action Figure series. It can be ordered from Amazon and toy retailers, comic shops and specialty stores in both the United States and Japan.   Photo courtesy of Bandai Namco Toys &Collectibles America Inc. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Bandai Namco Toys &Collectibles America Inc. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. 6" Godzilla Action Figure Set Series: Godzilla (1991) (ゴジラアクションフィギュア ゴジラ (1991)) Bandai’s 6” tall Godzilla 1991 action figure is highly detailed with a true likeness to the monster

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    Source: Godzilla The Art Exhibition Public Relations Office press releaseOfficial Site: https://cekai-ok.com/20250314_godzillatheartGODZILLA THE ART Project Official Site: https://godzillatheart.com/Official X: https://twitter.com/godzillatheartInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/godzillatheart   Photo courtesy of Godzilla The Art Exhibition Public Relations Office. © TOHO CO., LTD. From Friday, March 14 to Monday, April 7, 2025, "GODZILLA THE ART by CEKAI" will be held at CEKAI O!K STORE & SPACE in Meguro-ku, Tokyo. It is part of the project "GODZILLA THE ART," a series of events that kicked off in April 2023 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Godzilla. A global icon since his first theatrical release in 1954, Godzilla has shown the world various, ever-changing expressions over the past 7 decades with a total of 38 films  produced and released, including 30 domestic films, 3 animated films, and 5 Hollywood versions. "GODZILLA THE ART" is a large-scale exhibition of Godzilla and contemporary art, bringing together

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    All-New Spinoff Series Based on Hit Franchise MY HERO ACADEMIA Will Stream Exclusively on Crunchyroll Worldwide, Excluding Asia, With New Episodes Weekly, Same-Day as JapanSource: Crunchyroll press releaseOfficial Site: https://vigilante-anime.com/ (Japan) Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©H. Furuhashi, BETTEN, C.K. Horikoshi/SHUEISHA, Vigilante Project Toho Co., Ltd. has unveiled a new trailer, key art, and opening theme artist for MY HERO ACADEMIA: VIGILANTES (ヴィジランテ -僕のヒーローアカデミアILLEGALS- , Vijirante: Boku no Hīrō Akademia Irīgarusu), a brand new animated spinoff series that takes place before the events of the main MY HERO ACADEMIA anime, based on the original manga created by Kohei Horikoshi. Debuting Monday, April 7, MY HERO ACADEMIA: VIGILANTES will stream exclusively on Crunchyroll worldwide excluding Asia, with new episodes premiering weekly, same-day as Japan. The new trailer reveals the opening theme song “Kekka Orai,” performed by Kocchi no Kento, best known for his viral song ”Hai Yorokonde”.

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    Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Super7 Special Thanks to Brian Flynn and Ashley Anderson Since the 1950s, Godzilla has reigned as the ultimate force of destruction, and Super7 continues to celebrate its legacy with three epic 3.75” scale Toho ReAction Figures—Godzilla ‘89 brings the raw power of GODZILLA VS. BIOLLANTE, Mechagodzilla ‘93 captures the mechanical menace from GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA II, and the first-ever Godzilla Minus One ReAction Figure! Each figure is intricately detailed, articulated, and packaged on a full-color blistered cardback that’s perfect for display. Whether you’re building your kaiju army or just starting out, these figures are an absolute must-have for any fan of the Monsterverse! 3 Figure Set Order Link: https://super7.com/products/toho-reaction-figures-godzilla-minus-one-godzilla-89-mechagodzilla-93 Price: $60.00

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    Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. © Benesse Corporation 1988-2025 / Shimajiro © Shanghai Hengyuan Culture Media Co., Ltd. Source: Toho Co., Ltd Official Site: https://kocha.benesse.ne.jp/kodomo/open/movie/2025/ (Japan) Photo courtesy of Toho Co., Ltd. © Benesse Corporation 1988-2025 / Shimajiro © Shanghai Hengyuan Culture Media Co., Ltd. Toho Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with information and images from SHIMAJIRO THE MOVIE: SHIMAJIRO AND THE SONG OF COURAGE (映画しまじろう『しまじろうと  ゆうきのうた, Eiga Shimajirō Shimajirō to Yūki nō Uta). The 11th entry in the popular Shimajiro film series is once again directed by Tomohiro Kawamura (SHIMAJIRO THE MOVIE: MIRACLE ISLAND'S RAINBOW CARNATION). The computer animation is produced by Shanghai Hanyuan Culture Media Co., Ltd. and Shirogumi, with Benesse Corporation overseeing production as a co-producer. SHIMAJIRO THE MOVIE: SHIMAJIRO AND THE SONG OF COURAGE will be released in Japanese theaters on March 14, 2025. SYNOPSIS Everyone's

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    Egghead Arc Resumes on April 6 Preceded by Drop of New Dubbed Episodes and Specials on March 18Source: Crunchyroll press release Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Eiichiro Oda/Shueisha, TOEI ANIMATION Toei Animation and Crunchyroll released details on the upcoming return of ONE PIECE in North America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Latin America.  The wait will soon be over for fans of the global hit episodic series, which went on a brief hiatus last October. Beginning April 6, 2025, fans can dive back into the thrilling adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates when the Egghead Arc resumes streaming with new simulcast episodes on Crunchyroll in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Latin America. In advance of the simulcast’s return, Toei Animation will release Specials 14, 15, 16, and a new block of Egghead Arc episodes from the series’ popular English dub. English dub

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    Photo courtesy of CCP JAPAN. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS Source: CCP JAPAN The Japanese figure manufacturer CCPJAPAN is releasing several monsters from the Ultraman franchise as part of their 1/6 scale Tokusatsu Series, which offers larger, more detailed figures that accurately reproduce the kaiju designs seen in the classic television shows. Some of these figures are brand-new while others are reissues with upgraded painting and/or sculpts. Photo courtesy of CCP JAPAN. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS Photo courtesy of CCP JAPAN. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS ■ 1/6 Tokusatsu Series Ancient Monster Kingsaurus III High Grade Ver. (1/6特撮シリーズ 古代怪獣 キングザウルス三世 ハイグレード Ver., 1/6 Tokusatsu Shirīzu Kodai Kaijū Kinguzaurusu Sansei Hai Gurēdo Ver.)   Photo courtesy of CCP JAPAN. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS The Ancient Monster Kingsaurus III, which appeared in RETURN OF ULTRAMAN Episode 4: SUPER ATTACK! METEOR KICK (必殺！流星キック, Hissatsu! Ryuusei Kikku), is now back

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    Photo courtesy of Amazon Prime. ©SOTSU・SUNRISE Source: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Japan LLC press releasesOfficial Site: https://www.gundam.info/feature/gquuuuuux/ (Japan), https://gkids.com/films/mobile-suit-gundam-gquuuuuux/ (North America)   Amazon Prime has provided SciFi Japan with English and Japanese language press releases for the highly-anticipated new anime series, MOBILE SUIT Gundam GQuuuuuuX (機動戦士Gundam GQuuuuuuX, Kidō Senshi Gundam GQuuuuuuX). The show will be exclusively distributed worldwide in over 240 countries and regions on Prime. For MUCH more on MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM GQuuuuuuX, please see the Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Press Notes and Images From Bandai Namco Filmworks here on SciFi Japan.   Photo courtesy of Amazon Prime. ©SOTSU・SUNRISE Prime Video Announces Global Premiere of Groundbreaking Anime Series, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Prime Video has announced the exclusive global premiere of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, the latest installment in the legendary mecha sci-fi Gundam series. The series will stream

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    Photo courtesy of Third Window Films. Source: Third Window Films, Terracotta Special Thanks to Adam Torel Third Window Films is pleased to announce the release of TOKYO POP (1988) on Blu-ray and digital May 5th. An underseen gem of ‘80s American independent cinema by Fran Rubel Kuzui (BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER), TOKYO POP takes us on a breezy tour through bubble era Tokyo, replete with knowing nods to the city’s vibrant pop culture. Bleach-blonde wannabe rocker Wendy (Carrie Hamilton, daughter of comedy legend Carol Burnett and producer Joe Hamilton) is disillusioned with her life in New York City. After receiving a postcard from Japan saying “wish you were here,” she spontaneously hops on a plane to Tokyo with dreams of making it big as a singer. Quickly finding herself broke and a fish out of water, she moves into a youth hostel for gaijin (foreigners)

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    Photo courtesy of Well Go USA.  Source: Well Go USA, LBHpr  Special Thanks to Leif Helland Photo courtesy of Well Go USA. Tony Jaa (ONG-BAK, TRIPLE THREAT, THE PROTECTOR, FURIOUS 7, THE EXPENDBLES 4, ​MASTER Z: THE IP MAN LEGACY) is back in top form as Bai An, a Muay Thai expert seeking revenge against the men who brutally murdered his wife and child in the two-fisted thriller STRIKING RESCUE, debuting on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD April 15 from Well Go USA Entertainment. Directed by Cheng Si-Yu (DESPERADO aka THUG IN A SUIT, THE PAPER MAN RETURNS)​, STRIKING RESCUE also stars Hong Junjia (THE GREY MEN), Shi Yanneng, Philip Keung (SHOCK WAVE), and Chen Duoyi (STORY MACHINE).  Synopsis:       Bai An’s (Tony Jaa) wife and daughter were brutally murdered in front of him, now he’s out for revenge and the path will

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    Photo courtesy of Toho. © 2025 TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Toho Co., Ltd.Official Site: https://chibigodzilla.jp/Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chibigodzi_official   The TV anime CHIBI GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN (ちびゴジラの逆襲, Chibi Gojira no Gyakushū) launched a new YouTube channel, "Chibi Godzilla Official Channel", on Thursday, March 6th at 5:00pm JST.  The Chibi Godzilla official website has also changed its URL. Chibi Godzilla was introduced in 2018 as part of the lead-in for Godzilla's 65th anniversary the following year. He was designed by Chiharu Sakazaki, a popular illustrator known for Suica Penguin (Suicaのペンギン, Suika no Pengin), a character appearing on East Japan Railway Company’s prepaid IC cards, and Chiba Prefecture's mascot Chi-ba+kun (チーバくん).  Chibi Godzilla  is intended to be an "introductory Godzilla" that younger children can relate to and hopefully become the first step in creating future generations of Godzilla fans. The cute monster has been featured in a

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