Demon Slayer Breaks Big Records as One Piece Moves to L.A. | NEWS

The Anime Effect has a lot to discuss this week! We’re unpacking another record-breaking week for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the upcoming Akane-banashi anime adaptation, One Piece's new cafe in L.A., and so much more!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Reaches 10th Highest-Grossing Film in Japan in Just 17 Days

Akane-banashi Anime Adaptation Officially Announced for 2026

One Piece Cafe Los Angeles Opens on August 2 with Exclusive Merch and Menu Items

Persona 3, Monster Hunter and Hyrule Warriors Spotlighted in Nintendo Switch Partner Showcase

Shonen Jump and Pokémon Share More Collab Illustrations from Sakamoto Days, Kagurabachi and More

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