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The opening theme song of MAO has been announced as 「HEARTLOUD」by Kis-My-Ft2. More information on the anime will be released on March 2nd in a special stream to Youtube, where Otoya's actor will also be revealed.
February 12, 2026 at 3:23 PM
The opening theme song of MAO has been announced as 「HEARTLOUD」by Kis-My-Ft2. More information on the anime will be released on March 2nd in a special stream to Youtube, where Otoya's actor will also be revealed.
Rumiko Takahashi's comment, Shonen Sunday 2026 Volume 11.
February 11, 2026 at 2:12 AM
Rumiko Takahashi's comment, Shonen Sunday 2026 Volume 11.
In MAO chapter 308 "The Murder of the Master", Mao and Nanoka stumble upon Byoki who wishes to know who killed the Goko Clan Master. As he whittles down the suspects, the only believable candidate is the last person Mao ever suspected.
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
February 10, 2026 at 11:54 PM
In MAO chapter 308 "The Murder of the Master", Mao and Nanoka stumble upon Byoki who wishes to know who killed the Goko Clan Master. As he whittles down the suspects, the only believable candidate is the last person Mao ever suspected.
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
Look who arrived in the mail today!
February 9, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Look who arrived in the mail today!
Lum enjoying some Olympic figure skating. Art by Akemi Takada.
February 8, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Lum enjoying some Olympic figure skating. Art by Akemi Takada.
It's always time for Kyoko and Maison Ikkoku.
February 6, 2026 at 4:57 PM
It's always time for Kyoko and Maison Ikkoku.
One of the most recognizable voices in all of Rumic World, happy birthday to Shigeru Chiba the voice of Megane (Urusei Yatsura), Yotsuya (Maison Ikkoku), Sasuke (Ranma 1/2) and Mr. Fujinami (Reiwa Urusei Yatsura). Happy birthday!
February 5, 2026 at 5:55 AM
One of the most recognizable voices in all of Rumic World, happy birthday to Shigeru Chiba the voice of Megane (Urusei Yatsura), Yotsuya (Maison Ikkoku), Sasuke (Ranma 1/2) and Mr. Fujinami (Reiwa Urusei Yatsura). Happy birthday!
Satsuki Yukino, who plays Kagome Higurashi says... "I'd love to sit next to Inuyasha and eat shaved ice while watching the sparkler battle between Sango and Kagome." We're getting some 2000s Inuyasha articles translated with lovely original art.
www.furinkan.com/features/art...
www.furinkan.com/features/art...
Rumic World - Sparks Fly After a Hot Battle
The reveal of Inuyasha's human side in the anime.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:07 AM
Satsuki Yukino, who plays Kagome Higurashi says... "I'd love to sit next to Inuyasha and eat shaved ice while watching the sparkler battle between Sango and Kagome." We're getting some 2000s Inuyasha articles translated with lovely original art.
www.furinkan.com/features/art...
www.furinkan.com/features/art...
Urusei Yatsura/Detective Conan crossover. Lum as "Rum" leading the Black Organization, with Ten as Conan. Art by Gosho Aoyama.
February 4, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Urusei Yatsura/Detective Conan crossover. Lum as "Rum" leading the Black Organization, with Ten as Conan. Art by Gosho Aoyama.
No MAO chapter today, but looking at the spooky room of Hikaru Gosunkugi and the settei design for it might be an interesting aside.
February 3, 2026 at 8:01 PM
No MAO chapter today, but looking at the spooky room of Hikaru Gosunkugi and the settei design for it might be an interesting aside.
In this month's YouTube feature, we're looking through the new fanbook which features a number of interviews with Rumiko Takahashi, her comments on the characters and interviews with Kappei Yamaguchi, Megumi Hayashibara and Noriko Hidaka linked below.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcMy...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcMy...
Ranma 1/2 Fanbook: Great Joy
YouTube video by Rumic World
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February 1, 2026 at 8:07 PM
In this month's YouTube feature, we're looking through the new fanbook which features a number of interviews with Rumiko Takahashi, her comments on the characters and interviews with Kappei Yamaguchi, Megumi Hayashibara and Noriko Hidaka linked below.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcMy...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcMy...
Kyoko Otonashi shitajiki board artwork.
February 1, 2026 at 5:55 AM
Kyoko Otonashi shitajiki board artwork.
From Urusei Yatsura episode 162, as settei of Lum as Nausicaa.
January 30, 2026 at 2:24 AM
From Urusei Yatsura episode 162, as settei of Lum as Nausicaa.
Gosho Aoyama, Rumiko Takahashi and Mitsuru Adachi's tribute to Shonen Sunday in 1983 (the year the magazine broke circulation records).
January 28, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Gosho Aoyama, Rumiko Takahashi and Mitsuru Adachi's tribute to Shonen Sunday in 1983 (the year the magazine broke circulation records).
Rumiko Takahashi's comment, Shonen Sunday 2026 Volume 9.
January 28, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Rumiko Takahashi's comment, Shonen Sunday 2026 Volume 9.
In MAO chapter 307 "The Shadow Within the Soul", Mao reunites with Hyakka and Kamon to share his thoughts on Daigo's behavior and they untangle the riddle of Daigo's rebirth and its connection to Natsuno and the Goko Clan Master.
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
January 27, 2026 at 11:46 PM
In MAO chapter 307 "The Shadow Within the Soul", Mao reunites with Hyakka and Kamon to share his thoughts on Daigo's behavior and they untangle the riddle of Daigo's rebirth and its connection to Natsuno and the Goko Clan Master.
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
Takahashi-san said, "AI learns from the past and creates data, but manga doesn't repeat what has been drawn in the past, but rather is a process of constantly thinking up new ideas. It may be that the directions are different."
January 25, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Takahashi-san said, "AI learns from the past and creates data, but manga doesn't repeat what has been drawn in the past, but rather is a process of constantly thinking up new ideas. It may be that the directions are different."
On January 21, 1987 the final chapter of Urusei Yatsura was published 39 years ago today.
January 21, 2026 at 7:43 AM
On January 21, 1987 the final chapter of Urusei Yatsura was published 39 years ago today.
Rumiko Takahashi's comment, Shonen Sunday 2026 Volume 8.
January 21, 2026 at 3:03 AM
Rumiko Takahashi's comment, Shonen Sunday 2026 Volume 8.
In MAO chapter 306 "Same Words", Mao and Nanoka battle against two earth ayakashi to protect Aki and her brother, however when they see Daigo passively watching they are shocked at his indifference to the plight of those killed by the creatures.
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
January 21, 2026 at 12:42 AM
In MAO chapter 306 "Same Words", Mao and Nanoka battle against two earth ayakashi to protect Aki and her brother, however when they see Daigo passively watching they are shocked at his indifference to the plight of those killed by the creatures.
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
www.furinkan.com/mao/manga/31...
Looks like Takahashi-sensei made an unannounced visit to the United States for the Art of Manga exhibit in San Francisco this weekend!
January 20, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Looks like Takahashi-sensei made an unannounced visit to the United States for the Art of Manga exhibit in San Francisco this weekend!
Aragaki: The hair-cutting scene is very important for Akane, and I believe that Akane's post-haircut appearance is her fully realized self, so I felt it was absolutely necessary for me to portray her.
January 18, 2026 at 7:49 AM
Aragaki: The hair-cutting scene is very important for Akane, and I believe that Akane's post-haircut appearance is her fully realized self, so I felt it was absolutely necessary for me to portray her.
AnimeJapan 2026
Rumiko Takahashi's Latest Work! TV Anime 'MAO' Pre-Broadcast Opening Ceremony
🔷Date and Time
March 28th (Saturday) 15:05 - 15:35
🔷Cast
Mao: #YukiKaji
Nanaka Koba: #NatsumiKawaida
Hyakka: #HiroShimono
Kamon: #ToshiyukiToyonaga
Tickets here 🔗https://anime-japan.jp/tickets/
Rumiko Takahashi's Latest Work! TV Anime 'MAO' Pre-Broadcast Opening Ceremony
🔷Date and Time
March 28th (Saturday) 15:05 - 15:35
🔷Cast
Mao: #YukiKaji
Nanaka Koba: #NatsumiKawaida
Hyakka: #HiroShimono
Kamon: #ToshiyukiToyonaga
Tickets here 🔗https://anime-japan.jp/tickets/
January 16, 2026 at 8:56 PM
AnimeJapan 2026
Rumiko Takahashi's Latest Work! TV Anime 'MAO' Pre-Broadcast Opening Ceremony
🔷Date and Time
March 28th (Saturday) 15:05 - 15:35
🔷Cast
Mao: #YukiKaji
Nanaka Koba: #NatsumiKawaida
Hyakka: #HiroShimono
Kamon: #ToshiyukiToyonaga
Tickets here 🔗https://anime-japan.jp/tickets/
Rumiko Takahashi's Latest Work! TV Anime 'MAO' Pre-Broadcast Opening Ceremony
🔷Date and Time
March 28th (Saturday) 15:05 - 15:35
🔷Cast
Mao: #YukiKaji
Nanaka Koba: #NatsumiKawaida
Hyakka: #HiroShimono
Kamon: #ToshiyukiToyonaga
Tickets here 🔗https://anime-japan.jp/tickets/
The cover for MAO vol. 27 which will go on sell February 18th.
January 16, 2026 at 4:37 AM
The cover for MAO vol. 27 which will go on sell February 18th.
Rumiko Takahashi is cooking in 2026!
January 16, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Rumiko Takahashi is cooking in 2026!