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Anime Release Guide: October 20–31, 2026 — Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, Bleach Finale & More

The final stretch of October 2026 brings the explosive Netflix premiere of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, the historic series finale of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, three brand-new My Happy Marriage special episodes, and weekly drops from The Apothecary Diaries Season 3, Black Clover, Tokyo Revengers, and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run. Here is OtakuNaija's complete guide to every release from October 20–31, 2026 — with direct links to watch on OtakuNaija.

OtakuNaija Oct 19, 2026 24 min

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i☆Ris Sets Its Final Curtain for 2027

After 15 years of music, anime roles and live performances, voice-actor idol group i☆Ris will conclude its activities at the end of 2027. The members say the decision was made together, with one final year left to create memories with fans.

OtakuNaija Oct 12, 2026 4 min

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The Apothecary Diaries Episode 50 Teases a Strange Mystery

The Apothecary Diaries has revealed new preview scenes for Episode 50, putting Maomao on the trail of a mysterious white cloth while Jinshi appears in disguise.

OtakuNaija Oct 8, 2026 3 min

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Why anime characters become dramatically stronger after suffering major losses

True power demands a tax paid only in the currency of absolute ruin. A catastrophic defeat doesn't just break an anime character—it forces a total rewrite. Stripped of complacency and raw talent, absolute desperation transforms their grief into a razor-sharp focus. They don't just heal; they rebuild from the marrow out.

Wisdom Sep 24, 2026 6 min

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Umayuru Gets a New Anime This September

Unlike the more dramatic storytelling of Umamusume: Cinderella Gray, Umayuru Full Gate! will take a much more playful approach.

OtakuNaija Aug 24, 2026 5 min

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LV999 no Murabito Leads ABEMA's Summer 2026 Anime Ranking

ABEMA has revealed its mid-season Summer 2026 anime rankings, and LV999 no Murabito currently leads the playback chart while Mushoku Tensei III dominates the comments ranking.

OtakuNaija Aug 24, 2026 5 min

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5 Anime Worth Watching Today, August 24

Monday's anime lineup has several strong choices, from the latest Skeleton Knight and Grand Blue Dreaming to a new romance and fantasy releases. Here are five worth checking out.

Wisdom Aug 24, 2026 4 min

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Fate/strange Fake Gets New Anime Series With Explosive Teaser and a Major Mystery Ahead

Fate/strange Fake is officially returning with a new anime series. A brand-new promotional video and teaser visual have been unveiled at Anime NYC, putting Ayaka Sajyou, Saber and Sigma at the center of the next chapter while promising the continuation of the chaotic False Holy Grail War.

Wisdom Aug 22, 2026 8 min

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Pop Pap Polters Reveals New Trailer and October Premiere for Its Tiny Ghosts

Pop Pap Polters has received a brand-new trailer and key visual, giving fans a closer look at the unusual miniature anime from creator Mozu. The stop-motion series will premiere in Japan on October 4, 2026, bringing three tiny ghosts and their strange household adventures to TV.

Wisdom Aug 20, 2026 7 min

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Overgeared Anime Finally Sets Its October Premiere With New Trailer and Major Cast Reveal

The Overgeared anime has received a major new update. A second full trailer, new key visual, six additional cast members and the opening theme have been revealed, while the series is now officially scheduled to premiere on October 2, 2026.

OtakuNaija Aug 19, 2026 8 min

Aug 24, 2026

Umayuru Gets a New Anime This September

By OtakuNaija

Aug 24, 2026

LV999 no Murabito Leads ABEMA's Summer 2026 Anime Ranking

By OtakuNaija

Aug 24, 2026

5 Anime Worth Watching Today, August 24

By Wisdom

Aug 22, 2026

Fate/strange Fake Gets New Anime Series With Explosive Teaser and a Major Mystery Ahead

By Wisdom

Aug 20, 2026

Pop Pap Polters Reveals New Trailer and October Premiere for Its Tiny Ghosts

By Wisdom

Aug 19, 2026

Overgeared Anime Finally Sets Its October Premiere With New Trailer and Major Cast Reveal

By OtakuNaija

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