Animage March 2026 (Japanese Anime Magazine)

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The March 2026 issue of Animage features Gintama: Yoshiwara in Flames on the cover, spotlighting one of the most intense and iconic arcs of the beloved series in its new theatrical edition. This issue includes an in-depth feature with cast discussions and staff interviews, alongside a wide range of coverage across current anime, manga, and special industry tributes.

Featured series and bonus items

Gintama: Yoshiwara in Flames – The cover feature brings together Tomokazu Sugita (Gintoki), Daisuke Sakaguchi (Shinpachi), and Rie Kugimiya (Kagura) for a special roundtable discussion, along with interviews with director Naoya Ando, producer Takafumi Maekawa, and art director Chiho Wada. A deep dive into the production and legacy of this fan-favorite arc.

Precure Special Feature – A dual spotlight on You and Idol Precure♪ and Star Detective Precure, highlighting the charm and evolution of the long-running magical girl franchise.

Memorial Feature: Tatsuya Nagamine – A tribute to the renowned Toei Animation director, including a full filmography, messages from colleagues, coverage of the memorial event, and a special contribution from Takashi Otsuka.

Special Pin-Ups – This issue includes two double-sided pin-ups featuring Gintama: Yoshiwara in Flames and Oshi no Ko, as well as Ronin Warriors and No.1 Sentai Gozyuger.

Additional highlights

Coverage, interviews, and features from across anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture including:

• Jujutsu Kaisen – Culling Game arc
• The Darwin Incident
• Oshi no Ko
• Ronin Warriors
• You and I Are Polar Opposites
• Medalist
• Hell’s Paradise
• Dead Account
• The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter
• The Dangers in My Heart (Movie)
• A New Dawn
• Girls und Panzer: Motto Love Love Sakusen Desu!
• Himitsu no Aipri
• Samurai Pizza Cats
• No.1 Sentai Gozyuger
• Ultraman Omega

This issue also includes coverage of the Aichi–Nagoya International Animation Film Festival, an interview with director Goro Taniguchi, and behind-the-scenes insights into GeGeGe no Kitaro. Regular columns, reader sections, and merchandise news round out another packed edition.

Whether you're following major theatrical releases, exploring new series, or collecting exclusive pin-ups and posters, Animage continues to be an essential magazine for anime fans worldwide.

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