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The April 2026 issue of Animage features Medalist on the cover, highlighting the rising figure skating drama with an in-depth special including staff interviews, cast discussions, and behind-the-scenes insights into its animation production. The back cover showcases Himitsu no Aipri, also featured prominently in this issue.

Featured series and bonus items

Medalist – A major feature exploring the series’ emotional journey and production, including an interview with director Yasutaka Yamamoto, cast discussions with Natsumi Haruse and Kana Ichinose, as well as Takeo Otsuka and Yuma Uchida, plus a special roundtable with the 3DCG production team and staff talks on the opening and ending sequences.

Himitsu no Aipri – A heartfelt feature celebrating the series, including a cast roundtable with Minori Fujidera, Sae Hiratsuka, and Yurika Kubo, along with a special discussion between directors Junichi Fujisaku and Kentaro Yamaguchi.

Princess Kaguya – A featured spotlight with cast discussion including Yuko Natsuyoshi, Anna Nagase, and Saori Hayami, alongside an interview with director Seigo Yamashita.

Special Pin-Ups – This issue includes a double-sided pin-up featuring Ronin Warriors and Oshi no Ko.

Additional highlights

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

• Oshi no Ko
• Ronin Warriors
• Jujutsu Kaisen – Culling Game arc
• Hell’s Paradise
• The Darwin Incident
• The Daily Life of a Part-time Torturer
• Diary of a Strange Land
• ’Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess
• Tune In to the Midnight Heart
• Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun
• Detective Conan
• That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
• Girls und Panzer: Motto Love Love Sakusen Desu!
• L'étoile de Paris en fleur
• Space Sheriff Gavan
• No.1 Sentai Gozyuger

This issue also includes coverage of major anime projects, creator interviews, and regular columns from industry professionals, along with fan-favorite reader sections and merchandise news.

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

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