Rising Sun Dispatch Edition: 18 Aug 2025

Get ready to dive into the exciting world of anime with the latest updates! There's always something new happening in our beloved anime sphere, from bestselling manga to fresh episodes of fan-favorite series. Whether you’re a manga connoisseur or a die-hard anime enthusiast, these stories will surely spark your interest!

Here are the latest anime news articles that you should know about published in the last day:

• Jujutsu Kaisen Manga Ranks #4 on NYT August Bestseller List
  The 26th volume of Gege Akutami's Jujutsu Kaisen manga has claimed the #4 spot on The New York Times' monthly Graphic Books and Manga bestseller list.
  Source: Anime News Network

• Jump TOON Reveals 5 New Manga Series
  New entries in the manga lineup include works from Ko Hiratori, Nora Kohigashi, and Manimani Ononata, alongside a full-color, vertical-scrolling version of Kaiju No. 8 launching on September 1.
  Source: Anime News Network

• Final My Hero Academia Season's English-Subtitled Trailer Released
  The final season of My Hero Academia is set to premiere on October 4, featuring the opening song "THE REVO" by rock band Porno Graffitti.
  Source: Anime News Network

• Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Anime Visual Prepares for New Story Arc
  The adaptation based on the popular light novel series is getting ready to dive into a new story arc, now streaming on Crunchyroll.
  Source: Crunchyroll

• Tappytoon Returns to Anime NYC 2025 with Exclusive Merchandise
  Creators of King's Maker are set to make their first-ever U.S. appearance at Anime NYC 2025, bringing along exclusive Club JEM merchandise.
  Source: Anime News Network

Stay tuned for more updates and happy watching!