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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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

#news • #Voice actor • #feature

Seiyu to Yoasobi 2025 Reveals Hosts, Broadcast Details

The 2025 season of Abema's Seiyu to Yoasobi variety show begins with voice actor announcements.

Demelza Ward • April 21

#news • #anime

Blue Box Season 2 Announced

Following the release of the final episode of first season, Blue Box Season 2 has been confirmed.

Demelza Ward • March 27

#news • #anime

Hokago Kitaku Biyori Anime Adaptation Announced

Mai Matsuda's popular manga series is being adapted to anime.

Demelza Ward • March 27

#column • #review • #manga

Manga Debuts: Hon nara Uru hodo

Ao Kojima's debut series Hon nara Uru hodo is a love letter to bookworms everywhere.

Demelza Ward • March 24

#news • #anime

My Hero Academia Final Season Begins in October 2025

The final season of the My Hero Academia anime revealed a teaser visual and October 2025 premiere date during today's AnimeJapan stage. Studio BONES is animating the sequel with Kenji Nagasaki as the director and Naomi Nakayama as the director.

Demelza Ward • March 22

#news • #anime

Oshi no Ko Season 3 Reveals New Teaser Visual

Oshi no Ko Season 3 revealed an updated version of the teaser visual, featuring Aqua's point of view. The anime premieres in 2026.

Demelza Ward • March 22

#news • #anime

The Summer Hikaru Died Anime Reveals Key Visual

The Summer Hikaru Died anime revealed a key visual and confirmed the summer 2025 premiere date on Netflix. The anime is slated to have a stage at the upcoming AnimeJapan 2025. The Summer Hikaru Died anime is based on the manga series by mangaka Mokumokuren. The manga has been serialised

Demelza Ward • March 20