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Netflix’s ‘The Ribbon Hero’ Anime Looks Wildly Different From Osamu Tezuka’s Classic Manga

Studio OUTLINE’s upcoming 'Princess Knight' reimagining has sparked the usual anime adaptation anxiety, even though Tezuka’s legacy proves modern reinvention is something to celebrate.
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ComicBook.com
· Jun 27, 2026
6 New Anime Coming to Hulu in July 2026, Including One of Crunchyroll’s Biggest Hits
Courtesy of Hulu 2026 is off to an exciting start as the winter season lineup includes some of the greatest anime ever. Some of the season’s biggest series include the sequel seasons of Jujutsu Kaisen, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, and more. Not only that, but many unique new shows, such as Sentenced to be a Hero and You and I Are Polar Opposites, captured fans’ hearts right []
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· Jul 1, 2026
Japan's $13 Billion Global Anime Merchandise Goal
Anime has become a global entertainment powerhouse, attracting billions of dollars in investment and fans worldwide. Now, companies including Marubeni are targeting the fast-growing 13 billion merchandise market. (Source: Bloomberg)
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· Jul 8, 2026
AX ’26: TOKYOPOP announces LOVE AT FIRST HOWL and more
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· Jul 2, 2026
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Capcom is trying to get Onimusha: Way of the Sword out the door before the fall release calendar gets really crowded.
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The 6 Biggest Announcements At Anime Expo 2026
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Related coverage for "Netflix’s ‘The Ribbon Hero’ Anime Looks Wildly Different From Osamu Tezuka’s Classic Manga": ComicBook.com — 6 New Anime Coming to Hulu in July 2026, Including One of Crunchyroll’s Biggest Hits. Bloomberg — Japan's $13 Billion Global Anime Merchandise Goal. The Beat — AX ’26: TOKYOPOP announces LOVE AT FIRST HOWL and more. Engadget — Onimusha: Way of the Sword's release date has been pushed up to avoid the pre-GTA 6 scramble. Kotaku — The 6 Biggest Announcements At Anime Expo 2026. Polygon — Baki-dou The Invincible Samurai part 2 review: The series's most interesting character and the most disappointing fights