Massive Wave of Anime News Released Over the Holiday Break

While most spent the winter holidays unwinding—trading news alerts for gift exchanges and seasonal feasts—the anime industry showed no signs of slowing down. Significant announcements surfaced during the break, ensuring that 2025 and beyond will be packed with major releases. For those who were too busy celebrating to keep up with the headlines, here is a definitive breakdown of the most significant news bits from the holiday season.

One-Punch Man Season 3 to Continue in 2027

【第3期第2クール2027年放送決定】
「ワンパンマン」第3期第2クールが2027年に放送決定いたしました！
サイタマとガロウの激突を予感させるティザービジュアルと特報映像を公開！
特報映像はこちらからhttps://t.co/NArVmih0H9
第2クールの放送をお楽しみに！#onepunchman pic.twitter.com/zPJ3r9HIbN

— TVアニメ「ワンパンマン」公式 (@opm_anime) December 28, 2025

In perhaps the most polarizing update of the week, it was confirmed that the third installment of One-Punch Man will return for its second cour in 2027. Despite the lengthy production timeline—which could easily have classified this as a fourth season—animation studio J.C. Staff remains in control of the project. On a more optimistic note, Shinpei Nagai is officially attached as the director from the outset, potentially offering more stability than previous efforts. However, some fans noted that the new key visual is simply a mirrored version of earlier promotional art, leading to playful speculation that the production team might be baiting the audience.

Ruri Dragon Marks Kyoto Animation’s Shonen Jump Debut

Kyoto Animation has long been regarded as a premier institution in the industry, celebrated for its staggering visual quality and its commitment to ethical labor practices. Historically, the studio has avoided adapting titles from Weekly Shonen Jump, the industry’s most influential magazine—until now. Ruri Dragon is set to break that streak. Masaoki Shindo’s manga became an overnight sensation in 2022 before enduring a two-year hiatus due to the author’s health. Since its return on a more sustainable schedule, the series has retained its massive popularity, and news of a KyoAni adaptation has sent the fandom into a frenzy.

Kingdom Season 6 Sequel Officially Greenlit

Kingdom stands as one of Shueisha’s most successful, long-running properties, rivaling the longevity of giants like One Piece. While its English localization arrived relatively late, the series has built a formidable reputation through its high-stakes historical drama. Following the conclusion of Season 6, it has been revealed that the “sequel”—effectively the next arc of the production—is already in development. Fans can expect the warring states epic to return to screens, likely in 2026.

🔥⚔️𝄇𝄇…🎬
TVアニメ「#キングダム 」
　第６シリーズ続編制作決定
　　　　　　　　🎬…𝄇𝄇⚔️🔥
「次は、我らが…」
🎁特報映像：https://t.co/8cj1DFB6XQ pic.twitter.com/Ef6jMRrWih

— TVアニメ「キングダム」第6シリーズ (@kingdom_animePR) December 27, 2025

Science Saru Reveals Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia

Science Saru, the avant-garde studio behind Devilman Crybaby and Dandadan, has unveiled its next ambitious project. The studio is adapting Tomato Soup’s acclaimed manga, A Witch’s Life in Mongol, under the title Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia. The story centers on Fatima, a real historical figure and scholar who navigated the complexities of the 13th-century Mongol Empire. The initial teaser reveals a striking, storybook-inspired art style that evokes the charm of Ranking of Kings. The series is scheduled to debut in July 2026.

Tougen Anki Renewed for Second Season

Immediately following its first-season finale, Tougen Anki was confirmed for a sequel. Based on Yura Urushibara’s modern reimagining of the Momotaro legend, the series has found a steady audience. The upcoming second season will focus on the “Nikko Kegon Falls Arc.” While production is officially underway, the studio has yet to announce a specific release window for the next chapter of the Oni-focused action series.

Source: Polygon