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Animax Kicks Off 2016 with Express-from-Japan and Blockbuster Series!

Philippines,7 January 2016 —The festive season may just be over, but fans in Asia can continue to rejoice at the spectacular line-up on Animax! The first 24-hour anime channel in Asia is serving up a fresh crop of anime including express-from-Japan series GRIMGAR, ASHES AND ILLUSIONS, and blockbuster series Assassination Classroom and The File of Young Kindaichi R.

That is not all – fans of the hit Durarara franchise will also get to catch the final chapter of the new season on the same day as Japan, on Animax.

Unleashing the chaos, one final time

Adapted from the light novel of the same name, Durarara is popular among anime lovers for its engaging storytelling – each event is retold in different perspectives, making for more episodes to look forward to! Back to stir up trouble in the dangerous Ikebukuro underground are the franchise’s distinct and eccentric characters – the headless rider Celty Sturluson, Mikado Ryugamine, leader of the notorious colour gang Dollars, and his childhood friend Masaomi Kida, who incidentally is the head honcho of another gang, the Yellow Scarves. With some new characters and the return of original director Takahiro Omori, the stage is set for what’s been described as “an ending that no one will see coming”.

Durarara x2 3rd Arc premieres on the same day as Japan, on 10 January 2016 at 10pm, Sunday, Same Day as Japan.

GRIMGAR, ASHES AND ILLUSIONS premiere on 2 February 2016, every Tuesday at 8pm.

Crisis in the classroom – all 8 tentacles of them

Also coming to Animax is the absolute hit of a manga turned anime series Assassination Classroom, which is about an endearing homeroom teacher who is also an octopus-like alien plotting to ruin Earth. With a plot like that, it is no wonder that the series is already expecting another season PLUS its second film!

Assassination Classroom premieres on 4 January 2016, with two back-to-back episodes every Monday and Tuesday at 10pm.

Everyone’s favourite detective Kindaichi is back!

Fans of renowned mystery manga Kindaichi Case Files will soon get to go on more adventures with their favourite detective. In the latest anime adaptation Files of Young Kindaichi R, the high school student has to solve the mystery of his missing friend Miyuki Nanase, who has been kidnapped while pursuing stardom as a movie body double in Hong Kong.

The File of Young Kindaichi R starts 21 March 2016, every Monday and Tuesday at 8pm.

Animax is seen on SKYCable Channel 46, Cignal Digital TV Channel 34 and Dream Channel 07.

Animax Asia to air Charlotte on the same day as Japan

Philippines, 30 June 2015 — An original anime production by prolific writer Jun Maeda is premiering first and exclusively on Animax – Asia’s first 24-hour Japanese anime channel.

Reunion of the visual novel maestros

Renowned Japanese visual studio Key has come together with Progressive Animation (P.A.) Works for Charlotte, which will air on the same day as its Japan telecast on Animax Asia, in July. Boasting local subtitles including English, Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin and Thai, the anime was written by Key’s co-founder Jun Maeda, who is also contributing to the musical score. The anime will also feature character designs by fellow Key colleague Na-Ge. The two had worked with the same producers on popular 2010 anime Angel Beats! and together, the dream team promises to conjure up the same magic in Charlotte.

Charlotte, rumoured to have been based on Maeda’s own early life, is set in an alternate world where a few children come into unusual superpowers upon puberty. One of the colouful characters is Jōjirō Takajyō, who can move so fast he appears to be teleporting. There’s also student singer Yusa Nishimori, who can communicate with the dead. The children are enrolled into Houshinomi Academy, which has its own student council for guiding those who encounter problems with their newfound abilities.

The protagonist? Yū Otosaka, an ill-mannered first-year transfer who uses his ability to possess another person’s body for five seconds in order to cheat in his exams. When Yū meets school council president Nao Tomori, the fate of these extraordinary children begins to unravel. Will the youthful duo be strong enough to fight their destiny?

Charlotte premieres on 4 July 2015, airing every Saturday night at 12.30am with an encore the next day at 8pm, first and exclusively on Animax Asia.

Animax is seen on SKYCable Channel 46, Cignal Digital TV Channel 34 and Dream Channel 07.

Animax Carnival Philippines 2015 #acph

I couldn’t imagine, the number of Filipinos who are into “cosplay” or “anime”. Well you’ve seen them a lot actually (They are everywhere – most of the time). Well I’m not exactly a fan but then I feel that Japanese culture is very rich and colorful.

Animax Carnival Philippines 2015, is the most awaited event for all cosplay and anime lovers. All of my friends who are into this thing are stoked to participate. For an affordable ticket price, you get to enjoy an all-day Animax fun filled activities. Inclusive of the ticket you get to play Japanese games or activities(Kendama, Daruma Otoshi, Wanage and Shateki) , then you can gain and earned prizes. There were also booths and stalls that sold anime and japanese merchandise. And also not to forget to mention the sponsors of the event who had prepared fun and entertaining activities as well.

My sisters were mostly excited to attend because they find anime interesting, since they are on vacation, I would like them to see how ate does her thing as a blogger. They adored Animax’ mascot “Oo-kun”, a cute blue huggable creature, we couldn’t figure it out what kind of animal is it. Oh well, he is damn right cute. Our favorite is the oo-kun merchandise area.

The event was hosted by Rhianna Floresca and Eric Neeman. Then special guests Gondo, Triqstar and the Queen of cosplay here in the Philippines Ms. Alodia Gosiengfiao.

Filipino Fans indulged in Japanese Culture at Animax Carnival 2015

Treated to two days (May 30-31, 2015) of fun-filled anime-themed activities, Anime Filipino Fans flocked in Animax Carnival Philippines 2015 to celebrate Japanese tradition and J-Pop.

Hosted by renowed cosplayer Rhianna Floresca and Actor Eri Neeman, the event kicked off staging various Animax Stage Games brought by event sponsors Yoshinoya, Brother and Royal Thru Orange.

Fans were given the chance to watch Animax hit anime Failry Tail as it has a special screening of its episode 1 and 2 and Phoenix Priestess. Attendees were also lucky as Hunter X Hunter: Phantom Rouge had a special screening as well.

Meanwhile, Oo-ukun performed on stage and lucky fans had the chance to have photo opportunity with him in Oo-kun merchandise booth.

Animax treated fans in exciting activities and anime merchandise

Kids and Kids at heart enjoyed the world of anime and the Japanese culture through various games and activities.

Fans were really game playing Shateki, Wanage,Kendama, Daruma Otoshi and many traditional japanese games.

Attendees were also lucky preview all of the anime posters and character artworks that have been featured on Animax. They experienced iconic Japan by learning how to write their names in Japanese and folding Origami for display. Purchasable Japanese fashion pieces and Japanese food were also exhibited from a variety of designer booths and food stalls. Furthermore, were able to immerse themselves in products and gaming activities sponsored by Sony.

Some event goers were fortunate to bring home various merchandise and premiums from Animax such as drawstring bags, sticky notes, folders, fans and much more.

Cosplayers stage Animax characters

Animax, Asia’s first channel specializing in Japanese animation made the Carnival bigger than before .

Anime lovers outshone each other in Animax Cosplay Competition, Solo and group categories.

Cosplayers once again showcased their costume-making talents and emulation of their favorite anime characters with a range of realistic costumes and gravity-defying anime hairstyles that thrilled visitors.

Mary Meneses gave justice to Ezra Scarlet of Fairy Tail as she took the grand prize in the solo category.

Meanwhile, the group Fairy Tail Berserkers won the coplay group category.

The contest was judged by Alodia Gosiengfiao, Filipino Actress Glaiza de Castro and Jia Hwa Chua, Senior Marketing Manager of Animax Singapore.

The winners received cash, exciting prizes and goodie bags, with attractive prizes worth over Php10, 000.

Alodia Meets and Greets her fans

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The Queen of Philippine Cosplay, Alodia Gosiengfiao electrified the stage by her portrayal of her best costumes and pegs. Fans has also been deligted as they were able to meet and greet the cosplay royalty in Fairy Tail booth for two days.

Gonzo, Triqstar stage Japanese talents

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Animax Carnival Philippines also celebrated Japanese culture with the performances of special guests.

Fans were very excited as “Triqstar” electrified the stage through mixing traditional Japanese Kabuki elements with new-age dance while Tambourine Master “Gonzo” did extremely funny tambourine exhibitions.

Filipino Group Junior New System moved and grooved the audience through their Jpop dance routine.

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Animax is available in the Philippines on Skycable Channel 46 and Cignal Channel 34.