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March 16th
Rumic World in New Books
We're very humbled and pleased to announce that Rumic World has been mentioned in two new books. The Rough Guide to Manga by Jason S. Yadao and The Rough Guide to Anime by Simon Richmond. We're very humbled to be chosen as a feature within both books and will continue to dedicate ourselves to being the best resource for Rumiko Takahashi in the world.
Source: Rumic World
Creators Fight Back Against Ban
Manga creators are fighting back against the proposal to ban sexually provocative visual depictions of characters who sound or appear to be 18 years old or younger. A wave of mangaka have signed a petition voicing their desent against the proposed ban, including Mitsuru Adachi, Gosho Aoyama, Fujiko Fujio A, and our very own Rumiko Takahashi. For more on this important story, please visit ANN at the link below.
Source: Anime News Network
Inuyasha Kanketsuhen Episodes 23 & 24
Getting all caught up on the episode summaries and DVD releases as the series draws very close to its final episode on March 27th!
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
March 7th
Rinne Chapter 40 Online
Ageha and Rinne journey deeper down the Spirit Way in search of the Damashigami Company, and Rinne makes a stunning realization about Ageha's financial situation. Click the links below for the full summaries.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
March 6th
Inuyasha The Final Act Episode 22
Sesshomaru battles against Magatsuhi who has possessed Inuyasha in another pulse-pounding episode!
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
4th Annual Seiyuu Awards
Among the voice actors who won awards this year, Kikuko Inoue (Kasumi, Yukie) won best Supporting Actress for her roles in Clannad and Macross Frontier and Special Merit Awards for Tessho Genda (Rei) and Kazuko Sugiyama (Ten) and Tohru Furuya (Shingo) won one half of the Synergy Award for his work as Amuro in Mobile Suit Gundam.
Source: Anime News Network
Kenji Kawai Interviewed
Frequent composer for Takahashi anime, Kenji Kawai has been interviewed about his new work The Sky Crawlers and his career as a whole.
Source: GameSetWatch
March 3rd
Rinne Chapter 39 Online
Ageha makes a surprising discovery about the identity of Sabato's secretary and Rinne's connection to the Damashigami Company. Click the links below to see how it all turns out.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
February 28th
Inuyasha The Final Act Episodes 21
The final battle against Naraku began this week as the group heads inside his very body to do attack.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
February 24th
Rinne Chapter 38 Online
After a bit of a hiatus, we're back with Kyokai no Rinne chapter 38 which wraps up volume 4.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
February 21st
Newtype Character Poll
Newtype ran one of their frequent character polls in their March 2010 issue. This poll looked at popular male and female characters from the 80s, 90s and 00s. Ranma Saotome was voted the 3rd most popular male character of the 80s, Ataru Moroboshi came in 10th, and Yusaku Godai placed 15th. Lum was voted the 2nd most popular female character of the 80s, Kyoko Otonashi came in 4th, and Akane Tendo placed 7th. Kagome Higurashi was voted the 20th most popular female character of the 00s. Thanks to Arnold Kim for the news, and for the complete list visit this link.
Source: Newtype
Inuyasha The Final Act Episodes 20
The Shikon Jewel is finally completed in episode 20 this week! We're moving closer to the final battle!
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
February 13th
First Editions
If you're suffering from a lack of all things Takahashi this week, visit the link below to check out some of the newest additions to our collection of Takahashi goodies, the complete set of first edition chapters for all five of Takahashi's major works as well as her professional debut from 1978. Enjoy!
Source: Rumic World
February 12th
Inuyasha The Final Act Episodes 19
More great action in Episode 19 as Magatsuhi takes control of Kohaku and the final shard of the Shikon Jewel!
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
February 6th
Toshigaimonaku Debuts
Its that time of year again. Rumiko Takahashi's newest short story is set to be published in the next issue of Big Comic Original. The story, entitled "Toshigaimonaku" (Wrong for Ones Age) will hit stores in Japan on February 20th.
Source: Big Comic Original
Inuyasha The Final Act Episodes 18
Kagome's back at home to take her final exams, with the debut of the final ending theme "Toi michi no saki de" by Ai Takekawa.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
February 3rd
Rinne Chapter 37 Online
We're learning more about Ageha in the new chapter. Also please remember that there will be no new Kyokai no Rinne chapters for the next two weeks. In the meantime check out our newly added Oddities section for Kyokai no Rinne by following the link.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
January 30th
Inuyasha The Final Act Episodes 17
One of the best fights in the series so far, check out Magatsuhi versus Sesshomaru!
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
January 29th
Takahashi Downtime Again
As was the case a few weeks ago, Rumiko Takahashi will be missing two weeks of publication following the publication of chapter 37 on Feb. 3rd. Takahashi rarely (never) takes time off, so the cause of her absense is rather mysterious. No word on why she'll be out, but she will return on Feb. 24th.
Source: The Rumic World
Third IY Ending Theme
After finding the track listing for the new CD, it has been revealed that there will be a third ending theme for Kanketsuhen entitled "Toi michi no saki de" by Ai Takekawa. The new CD will have all of the opening and ending themes from the previous series, as well as the Kanketsuhen themes. Thanks to Omer Unger for the news.
Source: YTV.com
January 27th
Rinne Chapter 36 Online
A new character, Ageha, is introduced this week, and we've gotten her and a new minor character added to the site and encyclopedia as well, so be sure to check out those updates. You can read the new chapter by clicking the links below.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
January 23rd
New Inuyasha Products
A slew of new Inuyasha products will be coming out in the next few months. On March 24th we have a new CD entitled "Inuyasha: Best Song History". No word on a track listing yet, but the first pressing will include a set of stickers. It will be a double CD set, and the special edition will also include a DVD. The full edition will be 4,410 yen, while the regular edition will be 3, 675 yen. Also the release of the Do As Infinity single for "Kimi ga inai mirai" is being released with four images (Inuyasha, Kagome, Sesshomaru and Kikyo) that when placed together make an image of the Shikon Jewel. The Sesshomaru and Kagome CDs contain a DVD as well. 1,890 yen for the DVD + CD combo, and 1,300 yen for the standard single. February 2nd will also see a similar release for alan's Inuyasha ending theme "Diamond" also with a DVD + CD combo.
Source: Websunday.net
New Inuyasha Figures
A set of small chibi figures of Inuyasha Kanketsuhen will be released in February. The figures will include Inuyasha, Kagome, Miroku, Koga, Kagura, Naraku, Byakuya, Jaken, Rin and a mystery figure who appears to be Totosai. They are listing these as "Set One" so it seems likely further figures will follow. They will retail for 315 yen.
Source: Charazo
Inuyasha The Final Act Episodes 16
We've got the summary of the newest episode up, which sees the introduction of Hitomiko and Kagome learning quite a bit about her past.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
January 20th
Rinne Chapter 35 Online
Sabato's battle against his son wraps up this week, and Rinne and Sakura's relationship has a telling moment as well. Click the links below to check out the newest chapters.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
January 18th
Seiyuu Deaths
In some very sad news, Daisuke Gori the actor who portrayed Kyokotsu in Inuyasha and Big Eyes in Mermaid Forest, died on January 17th. He was found face down on a Nakano street, his wrist slashed with a knife and last will nearby. Additionally, actor Isamu Tanonaka the voice of Niku-man in Ranma 1/2 also passed away on January 13th. Rumic World extends our sympathies to the families of these two great talents. Thanks to Toshiaki Yamada for the news.
Source: Sankei.jp & Mainichi Shimbun
Inuyasha The Final Act Episodes 15
Maybe two for one today trying to get caught up. Here's the newest episode of Inuyasha Kanketsuhen.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
January 13th
Rinne Chapter 34 Online
After a week off coupled with the New Year's holiday Kyokai no Rinne returns after a bit of a break. In chapter 34 Rinne continues his battle against his greedy father Sabato.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
January 10th
Inuyasha The Final Act Episode 14
Yeah late again, I know. But its the time of year, busy busy. Here's another great episode of the series that you can check out in all the usual places.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
January 5th
Urusei Yatsura Hagoita
A new Urusei Yatsura hagoita (paddle) is being produced in Japan and will sell for a rather pricey 84,000 yen. The paddles are handmade in Kusukabe and are in celebration of the new year (the year of the tiger). The hagoita will be available from February to April. Thanks to Kirara for the info!
Source: Comic Natalie
January 2nd
Rumic World Quiz 2010 Winner
Congratulations to Tuan-Anh Tran, the winner of this year's quiz. Tuan-Ahn won the quiz last year as well and will retain her title as Rumic World Quiz Champion. Thanks to everyone who entered, it was our biggest quiz ever, and a large number of people did very well. Thanks again for participating everyone! The correct answers at available at the link below.
Source: Rumic World
Anime Business News
Animeanime.jp listed the top 10 anime and manga related business news of 2009, in first place was the launching of worldwide simultaneous releases of anime (such as Inuyasha: Kanketsuhen) and manga (Kyokai no Rinne).
Source: Anime News Network
Inuyasha The Final Act Episode 13
Yes, we're a week late getting it up, but Christmas, New Years, travelling and the imminent arrival of the return to work has slowed us down a bit. Anyway, its up now.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
January 1st
Quiz Update
Happy 2010 everyone!Well we've had a four-way tie on this year's quiz, the tie breaking question will be sent out tomorrow and we'll announce our winner as soon as we know. Thanks to everyone who entered!
Source: Rumic World
December 22nd
Rinne Chapter 33 Online and News
The rivalry between Rinne and his father continues in Kyokai no Rinne chapter 33. Remember, no new chapter next week due to the New Year, additionally, Takahashi will be taking a rare break and there will not be a new chapter in Shonen Sunday #6, so it looks like this chapter will have to tide us all over until January 13th. Enjoy!
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
Inuyasha The Final Act Episode 12
A day late, but its the holiday season and everything's a bit busy around here. Enjoy episode 12!
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
December 15th
Inuyasha The Final Act Episode 11
We've got the summary for episode 11 of Inuyasha The Final Act up on the website, check it out at the link below. Remember, episodes will debut in the US on Mondays rather than Saturdays from here on out.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
December 12th
Inuyasha Stream Date Changes
Viz has announced that the streaming date for Inuyasha Kanketsuhen will be changing from Saturdays to Mondays. No word was given on the cause of the time change. The anime can be viewed on Hulu.com and ShonenSunday.com each week.
Source: Anime News Network
December 9th
Rinne Chapter 32 Online
Sabato and Rinne throw down the gauntlet and things heat up between them! Click the links below to check out the chapter and the summary as well.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
December 6th
Inuyasha The Final Act DVD Releases
The first two Inuyasha Kanketsuhen DVDs will be hitting stores on December 23rd and January 20th respectively in Japan. There are four episodes per disk, and will go on sale for roughly $65 dollars each.
Source: Websunday
Inuyasha The Final Act Episode 10
We've got the summary for episode 10 of Inuyasha The Final Act up on the website, check it out at the link below.
Source: The Inuyasha Companion & Shonen Sunday.com
December 3rd
New Inuyasha Ending Theme
Rumor has it that Inuyasha Kanketsuhen episode 10 will feature a new ending theme by Alan entitled "Diamond". Thanks to Patches and Starks for the news.
Source: Freelance Manga
Inuyasha Store Opens in Tokyo
An Inuyasha Shop will open in the Kichjoji Parco Department Store in Tokyo. The store will remain opened from Dec. 16 - Jan. 4, and will sell limited edition Inuyasha items. Kappei Yamaguchi will also be on hand to sign autographs on Dec. 23.
Source: Anime News Network
December 2nd
Rinne Chapter 31 Online
We learn more about Rinne's absentee father, Sabato in the newest chapter of Kyokai no Rinne. Click the links below to learn more.
Source: The Rumic World & Kyokai no Rinne Complete
December 1st
2010 Rumic World Quiz
Our annual tradition enters its eighth year! Try your best to answer some tricky questions for great prizes and see if you can become the King of Rumic World Trivia!
Source: Rumic World
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