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Are you looking for something to watch that might not have been recommended to you? We’ve put a list together compiling 5 anime that we consider hidden gems, and ones you should make time to watch! Better yet, you can find all of these, and more, in the Microsoft...

You might consider yourself a romance connoisseur, but there’s always room to add more shows to your list! Come with us as we put on our rose-tinted glasses and check out 5 romance anime that you might not have seen in the Microsoft Anime Month sale! citrus   citrus...

Clannad fans have been asking for a UK Blu-ray release for a very long time, and we're extremely happy to finally be bringing it to you. Not only will you be able to enjoy Clannad & After Story in HD, but you'll also have a chance to grab a stunning Limited...

Looking for your next favourite series? Microsoft Anime Month has you covered! From January 29 until March 1 get ready to build up your digital collection of some of the biggest anime titles around, all at an incredible price thanks to Microsoft's Anime Month. From...

To celebrate the release of our Dragon Ball Z Season 3, we've teamed up once again with ABYstyle! Find out below how you can be in with a chance of winning DBZ Season 3, a Kame House cookie jar, a Frieza keychain, and a Frieza mug. You can enter the competition...

Venture into a new frontier with these top 5 Sci-Fi shows that you might not have seen! All of these are part of Zavvi's ongoing Manga Anime Month sale, where you can save 40% on these titles and more using code ANIME. DARLING in the FRANXX If you haven’t seen Darling...

NNESAGA's Stephanie Ijoma takes a look at her favourite moments from Attack on Titan Seasons 1-3! We couldn't start the year by not discussing the most anticipated anime of the year! Attack on Titan Final Season. Yes… the finale! Although we are sad to see one of the...

From today until February 4, you can enjoy 40% off of fan-favourite anime at Zavvi! So head over there and use the code ANIME to save tons on selected titles. Titles include:A Certain Magical Index: The Movie – The Miracle of EndymionAkame Ga...

Looking for the perfect gift for the anime/video game fan in your life? Then look no further, below we have some of the latest and greatest stories and experiences from Japan! AKIRA - 4K UHD + Blu-ray AKIRA is a classic anime movie that every fan of the medium should...

Calling all Dragon Ball Super fans!To celebrate our release of The Dragon Ball Super Complete Collection, we asked MasakoX to put together a quiz that tests the knowledge of Super fans! But be warned, because as MasakoX himself says "If you think this quiz is super...

With the Dragon Ball Z Blu-ray releases on the way, we take a look at our favourite battles from Dragon Ball Z. Here's what some of the Manga team and writers have to say: Darcy GilesGoku vs. FriezaFor me, this is one of the biggest and best battles in Dragon Ball Z!...

Written by Tundun Folami When it comes to horror anime and manga there is probably no name as prolific as Junji Ito. With a career spanning over 30 years, and with classics such as Tomie and Uzumaki under his belt, my recommendation for the horror anime you should...

Written by Timi Ofarn I like to think back to the anime shows I used to watch when I didn’t know what anime was, and how they affected me growing up. Pokémon, Digimon, Shaman King, Dragon Ball Z, and Sailor Moon ruled my Saturday mornings! Whether it was watching Ash...

Head over to Zavvi right now to get some incredible anime deals, on shows such as Code Geass, Digimon, Goblin Slayer, & much, much more! Experience something new from £7.49! Here are the titles you can find over the next month! WEEK 1 (From 30th October)A Certain...

Written by Tundun FolamiAs a black girl who grew up on anime and who continues to be obsessed with the medium, I don’t particularly consider black anime fans a rare phenomenon. As I got older, and with the advent of microblogging sites such as Tumblr I quickly...

Akira comes home in 4K this November! Neo-Tokyo is about to explode - this time in 4K! Hot off the heels of its cinema run, AKIRA 4K will soon be yours to own when it releases in a Limited Edition set complete with 4K Bluray, standard Blu-ray, and a third Blu-ray disc...

Written by Leanne Lion S. She is NOT just a stereotype It is no secret that the portrayal of black women in mainstream media and entertainment has a history of using stereotypical tropes that poorly represent who black women truly are. Amongst black women, the feeling...

As Akira is being shown in 4K across UK cinemas, we thought we'd take a look at some of the best Akira references in Film, TV, and Anime! Akira is one of the world’s most referenced anime, thanks to how it inspired countless creatives and became a classic. Akira has...

Written by Timi Ofarn In today’s climate, authentic representation is everything. Being able to see portrayals of yourself in various forms of media is one of the most gratifying things in this world we live in. Having said that, as a huge anime fan, I don’t look to...

Calling all anime fans! To celebrate our AKIRA 4K remaster hitting cinemas from October 7, we've prepared the ultimate AKIRA quiz for you. There are 5 rounds of multiple-choice questions, all about AKIRA and other anime films, and we challenge you to answer them all!...

Akira not only helped propel anime to the West, but it also influenced pop culture in ways you might not ever have imagined! Your favourite musicians may have been inspired by Kaneda’s horrific adventure through Neo-Tokyo, or even your favourite TV shows and movies...

Something wicked this way comes!We are excited to announce that the 1987 two-part OVA classic WICKED CITY AND DEMON CITY SHINJUKU will be coming to you later this year on Blu-ray and DVD… with a couple of extra limited editions worth summoning a demon for! WICKED CITY...

EXPLODING THIS OCTOBER IN CINEMAS & IMAX It's official - BOOKING IS NOW OPEN! The 4K remaster of cyberpunk classic AKIRA will play in select UK cinemas and IMAX from October 7th. It will screen in over 200 locations, only in Japanese language with English...

Dragon Ball Winter has finally been unleashed! We are Super excited to announce the upcoming release of not only our very own Dragon Ball Super: Complete Series Collector's Edition, but also two versions of Dragon Ball Z seasons to choose from... on Blu-ray! Ready to...

If last week’s announcements weren’t enough, we have even more great anime titles coming out this Winter! The final quarter of 2020 never looked so good! Hunter x Hunter is finally coming to Blu-ray! Set 1 of the much-loved anime series will be hitting shelves on...

It may not feel like it right now, but Winter. Is. Coming! We're super excited to share our upcoming new shows, coming to UK audiences from October to December this year. Streaming smash-hit Dr Stone is top of our wish list this winter, with Parts 1 & 2 coming on...

By Stephanie Ijoma Who doesn’t love a good ol’ samurai-inspired anime? From the traditional standoffs to the emotional family feuds and the journey the protagonist takes you on to avenge his people, you cannot deny how greatly important these shows are for the anime...

Welcome to July 2020's Manga UK Creative. We’ve been asking the Manga UK community to share with us their fanart, cosplay, and other creations. Sadly we can’t share them all, but here are some of our favourites. Please keep your entries coming and you might be...

FunimationCon 2020 is coming very soon and you won’t want to miss it! This FREE virtual convention, running on Friday July 3rd and Saturday July 4th will have Industry panels, voice actor live-reads, Q&A’s, and more! The best news of all? It’ll be available in the...

Zavvi's Movie Mayhem is here!   Zavvi's Movie Mayhem sale is now on until June 30th! You can grab fan-favourites such as Akira, Redline and Cowboy Bebop The Movie from only £6.99. Take a look at the full list of titles available:Steamboy - Blu-rayTokyo Godfathers...

The MVM anime sale is now on! You can grab fan-favourite series such as Death Note, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Steins;Gate and much, much, more. But hurry, these great deals end on June 29th. Here's the full list of titles you can find in the sale: A Certain...

Black Clover: Season Two Part TwoBroken but not defeated. Now even broken arms can stop Asta! But when his injuries are beyond healing magic, this could mean the end of his journey. Except his magic is never giving up! Together, with his friends, they head to the...

A brand-new trailer has just landed for the Final Season of Attack on Titan! MAPPA, the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Season 2, Zombie Land Saga, and more recently, Listeners, will be taking the helm for this final epic season. Check out the trailer:   About...

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Season One Part Two Champion of monsters Rimuru Tempest ends the orc war and earns the esteemed title as Slime Chancellor. As his blobbiness presides over a newfound nation, he’s got more work to do than give names and kick...

Wise Mans Grandchild: The Complete Series A young man dies in a car accident and is reborn in a magical new world. The old, yet wise Merlin finds the boy, names him Shin, raises him from infancy and teaches him combat and powerful magic along the way. 15 years later,...

To celebrate HMV's Anime Essentials Sale, we're giving away an Attack on Titan Colossus Titan & Attack Playset! The competition begins on May 4th and ends at 11.59pm on May 24th.UK & IE only Manga UK Anime Essentials with hmv Grab all these titles from just...

We're incredibly happy to announce that we've partnered up with Anime Limited to be involved in their upcoming free anime convention, Cloud Matsuri! WHAT IS CLOUD MATSURI?Cloud Matsuri is an online event that will be streamed in its entirety via YouTube on Saturday...

Fire Force: Season One Part One (Episodes 1-12) Tokyo is burning, and citizens are mysteriously suffering from spontaneous human combustion throughout the city! Responsible for snuffing out this inferno is the Fire Force, and Shinra is ready to join their fight. Now,...

We're happy to announce that we'll be running our very first Manga UK Anime Pub Quiz this Thursday. This is your chance to show off your anime knowledge and possibly win some prizes too! When?5pm BST - Thursday 30th April Where?On myQuiz – sign up and join the quiz...

The popular action-comedy series, One Punch Man, is receiving a live-action adaptation from Sony Pictures and the writing duo behind the recent Jumanji and Venom films. The news, which was originally reported by Variety, also states that Arad Productions (Ghost in the...

Attack on Titan: Season Three Part TwoThe long-awaited return to Shiganshina has come. Once again, Eren, Mikasa, and Armin face the Titans in their hometown where the secrets of the Jaeger family cellar lie in wait. On this do-or-die mission to take back Wall Maria,...

One Piece: Collection 21 (Uncut)The story of Luffy and Ace’s past is revealed! Years later, after the tragedy at Marineford, Luffy questions his ability to become the King of the Pirates and must choose between reuniting with his crew or joining “Dark King” Rayleigh...

To celebrate the release of My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising, which is still in select cinemas now, we teamed up with Loot Crate to give fans the chance to win a Plus Ultra Crate! We asked fans to tell us why they loved My Hero Academia, we received an overwhelming...

Fruits Basket (2019): Season One Part Two Every day with the Somas brings new surprises, and Tohru’s resilience shines through it all! Her mother’s beautiful lessons slowly reach everyone, from Yuki’s self-absorbed sibling to a tiny, timid tiger. Even Tohru’s...

With the final Dragon Ball Super part upon us, we thought it’s the perfect time to ask… Which Super arc was your favourite? Which is your favourite Dragon Ball super arc? God of Destruction Beerus Golden Frieza Universe 6 "Future" Trunks Universe Survival            ...

My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising hits cinemas this week!The number one hero anime is back in cinemas for a battle beyond anything fans have ever seen! Class 1-A visits Nabu Island where they finally get to do some real hero work. The place is so peaceful that it’s more...

The Quintessential Quintuplets is one of the many titles available on Microsoft's Anime Month, but it's not one to be missed! When The Quintessential Quintuplets aired in 2019, it took the world by storm with its mix of humour, likeable characters, and five sisters...

Hello, heroes! To celebrate the release of My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising in UK & Irish cinemas on February 26 & 27, we’ve teamed up with Loot Crate for a PLUS ULTRA GIVEAWAY!  We have FIVE My Hero Academia Plus Ultra Crates to give away to the lucky winners,...

How NOT To Summon A Demon LordTakuma Sakamoto is famously known as Diablo throughout the MMORPG Cross Reverie. And although hes a magical prodigy in-game, in reality, hes a total social outcast. One day, in his video game body, Takuma is summoned to another world by...

That’s right – it’s that time of year again! Valentine’s Day is just round the corner and whether you’re spending it alone or with that special someone, we’ve got a selection of titles perfect for the occasion.My Love Story (Oremonogatari)This feel good show follows...

ZOMBIE LAND SAGA: The Complete SeriesSakura Minamoto dreams of becoming an idol. Unfortunately, reality hits her like a truck, and she dies in a sudden traffic accident. Ten years later, she wakes up in Saga Prefecture, only to find herself a zombie with no memory of...

With Phantom Blood, Battle Tendency and the first part of Stardust Crusaders out now, we want to know who your favourite protagonist is so far? We have Phantom Blood's kind hearted gentleman, Jonathan Joestar. “My heart resonates! The heat's enough to burn! The beat...

SSSS.GRIDMAN: The Complete SeriesYou're not alone. Whenever, forever. Yuuta Hibiki is a first-year student in high school living in Tsutsujidai. One day, he wakes up without his memories. Yuuta later meets Hyper Agent GRIDMAN who is inside an old computer. GRIDMAN...

This week we're bringing the long-awaited One Piece Stampede to cinemas across the UK. We also have the complete series of Saga of Tanya The Evil coming to DVD and Blu-ray!Saga of Tanya The Evil: The Complete SeriesA little girl with blonde hair, blue eyes, and...

Get ready to set sail on a brand new epic adventure with your favourite pirate crew!To celebrate One Piece: Stampede coming to cinemas across the UK on February 2nd, we're hosting a special screening of the movie giving a selection of lucky fans an exclusive first...

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Set OnePhantom Blood / Battle TendencyIn the eternal struggle against evil, the saga of the Joestar family is legend! Based on Hirohiko Araki’s groundbreaking manga, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure follows the Joestars in a multi-generational battle...

It's that time of the year when you start thinking about gifts for the anime fan in your life, or maybe you're looking for something slightly different to add to your own list? Well, worry not! Below are some of our picks to put a smile on someone's face this...

Ask any fan to list their top anime and more often than not Dragon Ball will get a mention somewhere. Whether it’s the beloved Z series, the epic Super saga, or even 1984’s original Dragon Ball, the stories of the Saiyans and their planet shattering battles have...

This week we have Ninja mayhem in our Naruto and Boruto releases and the Tournament of Power rages on in Dragon Ball Super part 9. Find them on our BRAND NEW Manga UK Amazon shop!Naruto Shippuden Complete Season 10 Set Naruto's story comes to an in the 10th and final...

Soul Eater Complete Series Box Set (Episodes 1-51)Maka is a Meister and Soul is her Weapon. As students at the Grim Reaper’s Death Weapon Meister Academy, their study habits couldn’t be more different. But in battle against the supernatural forces of evil, they’re a...

The final week of our November film season is here.It's the final week of Manga UK's November film season, all month we've showcased the most beloved films in our catalogue and given you the chance to pick up exciting titles at a great price. This week we highlight...

Dragon Ball Z comes to Blu-ray for the very first time in the UK this week! This week is filled with super powered battles, crazy adventures and a family that turn into animals from the Chinese Zodiac!  Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition Blu-ray Box SetCELEBRATE THE...

Uniqlo are well-known for their fantastic UT collections - whether it's Weekly Shonen Jump, Disney or Marvel. But this November, they will be releasing an entire collection dedicated to fan-favourite series... Dragon Ball! Uniqlo's Dragon Ball collection is available...

The Manga UK November film season, which highlights the most beloved films from our catalogue, continues with more fantastic offers available right now at HMV and on iTunes. See below!AkiraKaneda and Tetsuo, two high school drop-outs, are members of a joy-riding...

Manga UK's November film season continues with fan-favourite titles such as Redline and Ninja Scroll.This month's film season showcases the most essential films in the Manga UK catalogue and gives fans old and new an opportunity to pick them up at a great price....