Demelza Ward

Demelza has been writing about Japanese media for over a decade and can generally be found reading, watching or playing something from Japan. Unfussy when it comes to genres so consumes a lot of stuff

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#news • #anime

Daemons of the Shadow Realm Anime Reveals Cast, 2026 Debut

The Daemons of the Shadow Realm anime adaptation revealed its cast at Aniplex Online Fest 2025. The anime will premiere in 2026. The cast includes Kensho Ono as Yuru, Yume Miyamoto as Dera, Yuichi Nakamura as Asa, and Misaki Kuno as Gabu-chan.

Demelza Ward • September 13

#review • #anime • #movie

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Review

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba makes its return with the first in a trilogy of films that are set to conclude the story once and for all.

Demelza Ward • September 12

#interview • #manga • #sidebar

Interview: Hidemi Shiraki, Editor-in-Chief of Young Magazine USA

Anime Atelier interviewed Hidemi Shiraki, Editor-in-Chief of Young Magazine USA, to discuss the upcoming special edition of the publication, serialization efforts, differences between Japanese and overseas audiences, and more.

Tamara Lazic • August 14

#column • #review • #manga

Manga Debuts: Hanakaze Killer Tune

From a team of rookies comes Hanakaze Killer Tune, a new shonen series following two classmates aiming to take the world by storm with their music in just three years.

Demelza Ward • August 12

#column • #live-action • #review

J-Drama Spotlight: Sleepeeer Hit!

Sleepeeer Hit! sees a rookie editor navigate the complexities of publishing a weekly manga series.

Demelza Ward • July 15

#column • #review • #manga • #sidebar

Manga Debuts: Deriwo no Oshigoto

This new debut from Kodansha's Morning Two imprint offers a simple romance story for otaku everywhere.

Demelza Ward • June 13

#news • #gaming

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian Release Date Confirmed

The latest entry in the Atelier game franchise, Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian, is set to be released worldwide in September 2025.

Demelza Ward • June 13

#review • #gaming

Fantasy Life I: The Girl Who Steals Time Switch 2 Review

Fantasy Life returns in the long awaited sequel to the popular 3DS game.

Demelza Ward • June 06

#news • #live-action

10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 TV Drama Announced

TV Tokyo has announced that 10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 (40 made ni Shitai 10 no Koto) will be adapted into a live-action drama premiering on July 4, 2025.

Demelza Ward • May 28

#column • #live-action • #review

J-Drama Spotlight: Beyond Goodbye

Beyond Goodbye is a heartfelt Netflix Original series, sure to capture your attention as it takes us through a story wrapped up in fate.

Demelza Ward • May 14

#column • #review • #manga

Manga Debuts: Host to Shachiku

This edition of Manga Debuts takes a look at Mitsuru Kawajili's Host to Shachiku. Kawajili is a relative newcomer, whose manga has been serialized in Futabasha’s Manga Action since early 2023.

Demelza Ward • April 28