News

Step into the shoes of Haruka Sakura and the rest of Bofurin in Wind Breaker: Rebel Heroes ! The upcoming mobile game turns the CloverWorks anime into a gacha fighting game, letting players relive key fights from the series. Today, a new trailer shows us more of the gameplay and graphics, as well as previewing the anime's voice actors returning to their roles: Wind Breaker: Rebel Heroes Trailer Related: Wind Breaker Season 2 Anime Premieres in April 2025 Pre-registration is now open for the mobile game , which will go live in Japan on March 12, 2025. At present, there is no word on whether the game will receive a global release. Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) directs the Wind Breaker anime, based on the manga by Satoru Nii, at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK...

It's December 7 in Japan, which means it's Toma Hiragi's birthday! His sharp teeth are happily digging into a sweet treat in the latest birthday illustration from the Wind Breaker anime, provided today by Violet Evergarden character designer Akiko Takase. Additional character birthday illustrations are also planned. The second season of Wind Breaker is set to begin airing in April 2025 . Wind Breaker Toma Hiragi Birthday Illustration Related: Wind Breaker Anime Reveals Tasuku Tsubakino Birthday Illustration Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) directs the Wind Breaker anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). Crunchyroll streams the first season in a range of subs and dubs, describing the story like so: Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny brutes...

Anime fans are known to compare their favorite anime series and their characters to find out the superior among them. A similar competition was recently held on Instagram where male characters from many prominent anime series were nominated to figure out who was the most handsome anime face of 2024. The winner was selected by the fans’ vote, and the results were startling.

Sasuke Uchiha | Credit: Studio Pierrot

In a shocking turn of events, this competition was won by none other than Sasuke Uchiha from Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto. Sasuke is one of the most important characters in the series, and even though he was an anti-hero, he had a cult following that is ever-growing to this day. Not only that, some fans even consider that he would have been a better protagonist than Naruto.

These Sasuke fans supported the character and helped him secure the title of the most handsome...

It's November 12 in Japan, which means it's Tasuku Tsubakino's birthday! We'll get to know them better in the upcoming second season of the Wind Breaker anime, but in the meantime, we get to see them enjoy a strawberry parfait in a brand-new illustration provided by Violet Evergarden character designer Akiko Takase. The second season of Wind Breaker is set to begin airing in April 2025 . Wind Breaker Tasuku Tsubakino Birthday Illustration Related: Wind Breaker Anime Reveals Ren Kaji Birthday Illustration Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) directs the Wind Breaker anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). Crunchyroll streams the first season in a range of subs and dubs, describing the story like so: Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for...

Spy x Family is one of the biggest anime TV shows.

The Japanese TV series, based on the manga series of the same name by Tatsuya Endo, has aired two seasons thus far, as well as a 2023 feature film Spy x Family Code: White.

Here’s a plot summary, via Crunchyroll: “World peace is at stake and secret agent Twilight must undergo his most difficult mission yet—pretend to be a family man. Posing as a loving husband and father, he’ll infiltrate an elite school to get close to a high-profile politician. He has the perfect cover, except his wife’s a deadly assassin and neither knows each other’s identity. But someone does, his adopted daughter who’s a telepath!”

Now, fans are eager to know if a third season is coming.

Keep reading to find out more…

Spy X Family Season 3 is officially in the works.

J-pop band Be:first has had a whirlwind of a 2024. They've completed both an arena tour And a dome tour plus opened for K-pop supergroup, Ateez, at their two-night Los Angeles stadium kickoff of their "Towards the Light World Tour." Not only that, the seven-member group hailing from all over Japan recently announced they would be performing the ending theme to One Piece Log: Fish-Man Island Saga (streaming first on Crunchyroll this weekend)! Related: One Piece Anime Reveals Be:first as New Ending Song Performer We caught up with Sota, Shunto, Manato, Ryuhei, Junon, Ryoki and Leo for a quick chat about what One Piece and Besty (their fandom) mean to them. Thank you so much for taking the time to talk to us! Could you please introduce yourself to our Crunchyroll News readers? Sota: Hi, Crunchyroll. We’re Be:first, and I’m Sota. My favorite anime is One Piece ! Shunto: I’m Shunto.

It's October 27 in Japan, which means it's Ren Kaji's birthday! Although he doesn't exhibit a sweet exterior in the Wind Breaker anime, his sweet tooth usually occupied by a lollipop is instead sated by cake in a brand-new illustration provided by Violet Evergarden character designer Akiko Takase. The second season of Wind Breaker is set to begin airing in April 2025 . Wind Breaker Ren Kaji Birthday Illustration Related: Wind Breaker Anime Reveals Mitsuki Kiryu Birthday Illustration Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) directs the Wind Breaker anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). Crunchyroll streams the first season in a range of subs and dubs, describing the story like so: Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny...

Tensions are high with Kagurabachi and the race between four major studios that want the rights to animate the masterpiece. Takeru Hokazono has truly made it when studios can’t even decide who should take this incredible dark fantasy anime. Kagurabachi, however, doesn’t need a major studio to animate it to have the best adaptation possible. It requires a studio that can match its vibe accurately and not ruin it with unnecessary changes that would make Kagurabachi lose its essence.

Chihiro Rokuhira from Kagurabachi. [Credit: Shueisha]

The case with several popular anime that major studios animate is that they are treated as cash grabs or their employees are overworked and exploited. Mappa is notorious for this with its million of projects. Toei Animation, while they do a brilliant job of animating One Piece, drag out the scenes to milk the anime. However, if a small studio like Ufotable or CloverWorks picks up Kagurabachi,...

Kodansha has announced that its manga platform K Manga has expanded to four new countries, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore on Oct 22, 2024, on both iOS and Android platforms.

To celebrate the app’s launch in these regions, Kodansha is offering a limited-time promotion, discounting five popular titles by 50%. The titles are Attack on Titan, Fairy Tail, Wistoria: Wand And Sword, Wind Breaker, and Rent-a-Girlfriend.

The campaign will run from 12:00 a.m. on Oct 22, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. on Nov 4, 2024 (Jst).

Kodansha’s expansion reflects the rising demand for Japanese manga among English-speaking audiences. The company’s overseas manga sales have surged in recent years, driven by the global success of titles like Attack on Titan and Tokyo Revengers.

The company has also revealed plans to continue expanding K Manga into additional regions in the future.

K Manga was first launched in the U.S. in May 2024.

The...

This week on The Anime Effect: To celebrate 10 years of The Book of Life , filmmaker Jorge R. Gutierrez joins the show to talk about his love for anime, including how Spirited Away inspired his celebrated film and the surprising place he first watched Akira . Plus, the latest news on One Piece , SK8 the Infinity and much, much more, including recommendations from our resident anime experts! Episode 36 of The Anime Effect is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else you listen to your podcasts! If you're waiting to watch the video episode, it'll be live on Crunchyroll and YouTube at 7 p.m. Et. Listen or Watch on: Episode 36 Summary In this week's episode, LeAlec, Nick, and returning guest host Josellie Rios chat about their Fall 2024 anime watchlist so far, a new Goku balloon gets ready to debut in New York City, and we chat about My Hero Academia announcing its final season.

CloverWorks is an animation studio, better known for its romantic comedies with gorgeous animation and amazing storylines. From Horimiya and the quirky Spy x Family, they never fail to deliver a great story and memorable characters. While the studio is very much used to catering towards a female audience, they went beyond their comfort zone and decided to take on Wind Breaker. This anime involves a lot more fight scenes and a predominantly male cast than CloverWorks is used to animating but they were up for the challenge.

Haruka Sakura, the protagonist of Wind Breaker. [Credit: CloverWorks]

The studio seems determined to get rid of the perception that it’s an animation studio primarily catering for either gender too. By taking on Wind Breaker, CloverWorks is ready to tackle animating action and male characters but also to not box the anime into something catered to one gender. They want Wind Breaker to shine to any audience,...

Based on the hit manga by Satoru Nii, Wind Breaker has stormed the anime world, surpassing all the expectations surrounding it. CloverWorks proved itself a masterful team, as they weaved action, drama, and suspense to unparalleled heights in this adaptation. However, in a surprising revelation, the producers of this anime disclosed a surprising influence behind its adaptation.

Haruka Sakura from Wind Breaker | Credits: Studio CloverWorks

In a recent interview, they mentioned that works like Sailor Moon and Your Lie in April have heavily influenced the adaptation and direction of Wind Breaker. But how can shows like these, completely different from the targetted genre in Wind Breaker, help in this particular adaptation?

Anime Like Akebi’s Sailor Uniform & Your Lie In April Helped in The Creative Process of Wind Breaker Kaori from Your Lie In April | Credits: A-1 Pictures

The creative brains behind the anime series Wind Breaker, including Yuichi Fukushima,...

Owing to Solo Leveling‘s immense success, the Korean manhwa series has generated significant buzz online, captivating several new readers to the lesser-known world of Korean Webtoons. Despite generating an enormous fanbase, many fans aren’t aware of the anime’s roots and rise as a popular Korean webtoon (manhwa) series.

In recent years, manhwa and webtoons have seen a surge in popularity. Naturally, anime fans are eager to discover other popular Korean manhwa titles that can dominate the internet with their rich storytelling.

Sung Jin-woo in Solo Leveling | Credit: A-1 Pictures

From The Beginning after the End to Omniscient Reader Viewpoints, there is plenty of manhwa series that fans consider true gems. However, there are only a few manhwa titles in the sports genre that have managed to gain a massive following and remain a standout among all. One such iconic title is Wind Breaker, which despite having a loyal fanbase,...

Wind Breaker sets itself apart in the world of anime by focusing on the emotional depth and relationships between its characters, instead of being just another action-packed spectacle. Produced by CloverWorks, Wind Breaker resonates with viewers on a much deeper level due to the characters’ journey, personal growth, and bonds that often take center stage.

Haruka Sakura from Wind Breaker season 2 Teaser | Credit: CloverWorks

However, it seems like it’s not only the viewers who can relate to this; even the production team — including Yuichi Fukushima, executive officer and animation producer; Taishi Kawakami, character designer and animator; and Toshikazu Tsuji, general manager, and animation producer have shared their insights about what makes Wind Breaker stand out; more than its flashy battles.

The Most Striking Element of Wind Breaker, According to the Animation Producer

During an interview with Anime Trending during Anime Expo 2024, Toshikazu Tsuji, general manager of CloverWorks and animation producer,...

Coming off the hit manga by Satoru Nii, Wind Breaker has stormed the anime world, surpassing all the expectations surrounding it. CloverWorks proved itself a masterful team, as they weaved action, drama, and suspense to unparalleled heights in this adaptation. With this adaptation, CloverWorks cemented itself as a top-tier studio, challenging Ufotable’s dominance over the anime industry.

Haruka Sakura from the Wind Breaker anime | Credits: Studio CloverWorks

Arguably one of the top contenders for anime of the year, Wind Breaker gathered much industry fame for the studio itself. In a recent interview with the masterminds behind Wind Breaker, we got to know how the series went from a popular manga to a sensational anime force, changing the general perception of CloverWorks studio.

Wind Breaker Defied Conventional CloverWorks Adaptation Norms A still from the Wind Breaker anime | Credits: Studio CloverWorks

Usually known for their gentle romantic and slice-of-life anime productions,...

The impending showdown between Bofurin and Keel now has an official date! A brand-new teaser trailer released for delinquent action anime Wind Breaker today announced that Season 2 will begin airing in April 2025 , while also confirming the casting of Ryota Osaka (Satan in The Devil is a Part-Timer! ) as Tasuku Tsubakino. A teaser visual was also unveiled, featuring the tagline, "The heroes of the town face a new battle." Wind Breaker Season 2 Teaser Trailer Wind Breaker Season 2 Teaser Visual Wind Breaker Season 2 Teaser Visual Related: Wind Breaker Stage Play Adaptation Announced Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) directs the Wind Breaker anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). Crunchyroll streams the first season in a range of subs and dubs, describing the story...

The anime and manga industry going mainstream has helped countless manga artists gain worldwide fame. Previously, Western countries were only treated to popular anime like Dragon Ball, One Piece, Naruto, etc., but now they can explore their favorite genre. With tons of anime and manga available online, people can have their preferences instead of depending on others.

There are several popular anime in the modern generation that have made a massive name for themselves. Wind Breaker is one of the recent anime that aired in 2024. Even though the anime has received positive reviews, fans want to know more about the anime and have been constantly asking whether it will be worth their while. Everyone prefers an honest opinion before commitment.

Wind Breaker Ignores The Concept Of Superpowers Wind Breaker (Credit: CloverWorks)

Most of the Shonen anime revolves around a powerful protagonist who is yet to reach their full potential. By...

Amidst all the competition and hustle, praise and acknowledgment is truly refreshing. CloverWorks is an animation studio known for its notable works such as Bocchi the Rock! and Spy x Family. Their adaptation of Jump’s The Elusive Samurai has garnered popularity. However, the praise extends beyond that.

Bocchi in a still from the anime | Credit: Studio CloverWorks

Takeru Hokazono, the author of Kagurabachi, acknowledged the studio for its anime adaptation. With several fans sharing the author’s comment, a collaboration might likely be in the works. To say the least, praise from a budding and promising mangaka is nothing short of iconic.

Fans respond to Takeru Hokazono acknowledging Studio CloverWorks

CloverWorks has animated some of the most popular anime. These include Black Butler, Spy x Family, and Horimiya. Their animation of Satoru Nii’s manga Wind Breaker is more than promising. The series bagged the award for Best New...

An official website and X (formerly Twitter) account opened today announced that a stage play adaptation of Satoru Nii's Wind Breaker delinquent action manga is in the works. Go Ueki ( Attack on Titan musical) directs the production, Kaori Miura pens the script and Mush Tanaka provides the music. Performances will run at Cool Japan Park Osaka on January 3-5, 2025 and at Tokyo's Theater H on January 10-19. Main Visual The stage play's cast is as follows: Haruka Sakura played by Ryoga Ishikawa Hajime Umemiya played by Hiroki Sana Toma Hiragi played by Shunichi Takahashi Hayato Suo played by Yuto Ando Kyotaro Sugishita played by Taiga Nakamoto Akihiko Nirei played by Kazan Yokoyama Choji Tomiyama played by Hikaru Imamaki Jo Togame played by Masamichi Satonaka Kota Sako played by Yuki Yukinari Arima played by Ryota Kawano Minoru Kanuma played by Yuta Chatani Kotoha Tachibana played by Karin Takahashi Haruka Sakura...

Ken Wakui’s Tokyo Revengers was a series that picked up fame rather quickly, becoming an underrated gem with an anime too that gathered a lovely fan following. However, as the story progressed, there seemed to be a decline in a way that had everyone revolting against the series. By the end of it, the manga became just another addition to good projects with bad endings.

Mikey in Tokyo Revengers | Credit: Liden Studios

When the mangaka announced a fresh series to be in the works, it, unfortunately, got a lot of backlash because of the way things had turned out for his previous series. It wasn’t as if Wakui had stepped into uncharted territory knowingly. In fact, with his idea in mind, he wanted to do the exact opposite of that, finding a plot he knew much about.

Ken Wakui Didn’t Know Much About Delinquents

During an interview...

With the first season all wrapped up in a nice little bow and a second season on the way , the Wind Breaker anime today celebrated Mitsuki Kiryu's birthday on August 19 with a trendy illustration posted to the series' official X (formerly Twitter) account. Mitsuki Kiryu birthday illustration Related: Wind Breaker Anime Reveals Haruka Sakura Birthday Illustration Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) directs the Wind Breaker anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). Crunchyroll streams the first season in a range of subs and dubs, describing the story like so: Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny brutes who solve every conflict with a show of strength. Some of the students even formed a group, Bofurin,...

Let's talk shop. Ahead of a January 2025 premiere, the official website and accounts for the much-anticipated Sakamoto Days comedy anime today revealed six cast additions to accompany Tomokazu Sugita's performance as Taro Sakamoto, as follows: Shin Asakura voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki (Hayato in Wind Breaker ) Lu Shaotang voiced by Ayane Sakura (Uraraka in My Hero Academia ) Aoi Sakamoto voiced by Nao Toyama (Rin in Laid-Back Camp ) Hana Sakamoto voiced by Hina Kino (Akira in Train to the End of the World ) Heisuke Mashimo voiced by Ryota Suzuki (Toma in Wind Breaker ) Piisuke voiced by Miyari Nemoto (Sazanka in In the Heart of Kunoichi Tsubaki ) Short character introduction videos were also released. Related: Sakamoto Days Comedy Manga Gets TV Anime in January 2025 Based on the manga by Yuto Suzuki, Masaki Watanabe ( Bartender ) directs Sakamoto Days at studio Tms Entertainment, with series composition by Taku Kishimoto ( Blue Lock ) and character designs...

This week on The Anime Effect: A Santa Claus manga is slated for an anime adaptation, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and Solo Leveling land Astra TV Awards nominations and more. Episode 23 of Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else you listen to your podcasts! If you're waiting to watch the video episode, it'll be live on Crunchyroll and YouTube at 7 p.m. Et. Listen or Watch on: Episode 23 Summary Nick, LeAlec and Leah talk Sdcc concerts, animation award nominations and the return of a fan-favorite anime before Man With A Mission's Jean-Ken Johnny joins Haley and Leah for an exclusive interview about their latest tour and his anime and manga recommendations. All that and more, only on The Anime Effect . Topics Discussed in Episode 23 Fall Out Boy Evo 2024 Anime Expo LiSA San Diego Comic-Con One Piece Sanda Beastars Astra Television Awards Scott...

This week on The Anime Effect: A Grammy-winning rapper drops huge anime references on her latest album, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba plans a return to the silver screen and more of your favorite anime are continuing! Episode 21 of Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else you listen to your podcasts! If you're waiting to watch the video episode, it'll be live on Crunchyroll and YouTube at 7 p.m. Et. Listen or Watch on: Episode 21 Summary Nick, LeAlec and Leah talk news of the week and share more recommendations. All that and more, only on The Anime Effect . Topics Discussed in Episode 21 Anime Expo Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Kaiju No. 8 Wind Breaker Go! Go! Loser Ranger Fuuto Pi Megan Thee Stallion Jujutsu Kaisen Suicide Squad Isekai Twilight Black Bird Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night Laid-Back Camp Season 3 Aew Forbidden...

With so many new series premiering in the Spring 2024 season, anime fans had much to look forward to. One of the more anticipated series, “Wind Breaker”, came in with significant hype surrounding it. Many fans proclaimed it was sure to be the next big gang-related series, much like the 2021 science fiction thriller “Tokyo Revengers”, but simply being similar to a popular series doesn't always guarantee a new show will be a hit once it debuts. While “Wind Breaker” more than delivered on things like its well-choreographed fight scenes and character designs, many other aspects left a lot to be desired, creating a show that, while exciting to watch, doesn't give the viewers much in terms of depth or significant character development until it starts becoming too late.

on Crunchyroll

by clicking on the image below

Clover Works' “Wind Breaker” tells the story of Sakura Haruka, a recent transfer to Furin High School.

It’s official, the Season 2 of anime series “Wind Breaker” will land on Crunchyroll in 2025.

The anime streamer announced the news on Thursday, the same day “Wind Breaker’s” Season 1 finale aired in Japan. The English dub for the first season will arrive exclusively on Crunchyroll on July 11.

|◤━━━━━━━━━━━

TVアニメ

「Wind Breaker Season 2」

2025年放送決定！

━━━━━━━━━━━━◢|

続報をお待ちください！

➤https://t.co/QIGXc2KLaU#ウィンブレ pic.twitter.com/IJLr8uLIqJ

— 公式『Wind Breaker(ウィンドブレイカー)』 (@winbre_sakura) June 27, 2024

The series is based on the original manga created by Satoru Nii, and the animated television show is produced by CloverWorks (“Spy x Family”). “Wind Breaker” was directed by Toshifumi Akai (“Fate/Grand Order -Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia-“) with series composition and screenplay written by Hiroshi Seko (“Attack on Titan Final Season,” “Chainsaw Man,” Jujutsu Kaisen”).

Here’s Crunchyroll’s synopsis of the series below:

Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny...

Renewal

Hit Japanese anime series “Wind Breaker” has been confirmed for a second season, distributor Crunchyroll said on Thursday. The announcement came the same day as the finale of Season 1.

“Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny brutes who solve every conflict with a show of strength. Some of the students even formed a group, Bofurin, which protects the town. Haruka Sakura, a first-year student who moved in from out of town, is only interested in one thing: fighting his way to the top,” reads an official synopsis.

“Wind Breaker” is based on an original manga created by Satoru Nii, and is published in Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket. The animated television series is produced by CloverWorks (“Spy x Family” “Black Butler: Public School Arc”). It is directed by Akai Toshifumi (“Fate/Grand Order -Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia”) with series composition and screenplay written by...

Where to Start Reading the Wind Breaker Manga after the Anime - Main Image

After the anime's 13-episode run, fans can start reading the Wind Breaker manga to find out what happens next to Sakura and his classmates as they head over to Keel’s headquarters to settle the score.

As the release date for Wind Breaker season 2 has yet to be confirmed, it’s best to turn to the manga to keep up with Sakura and his journey to become the top dog in Bofurin.

How Much of Wind Breaker Did the Anime Cover?

The first season of Wind Breaker featured 13 episodes that covered 41 chapters of Satoru Nii's action-packed delinquent manga series.

The anime began with the introduction of the main character, Haruka Sakura, who had recently arrived in the town of Makochi to become the top dog at Furin High.

After meeting Kotoha Tachibana and the rest of the supporting characters,...

Who Is Keel in Wind Breaker? Meet the New Gang's Members and Top Dog - Main Image

After Bofurin’s clash with Shishitoren, they’re about to face a new gang called Keel in Wind Breaker. They are more dangerous than Shishitoren, as their ideals and history are shrouded in mystery, at least for outsiders.

The final episode of the Wind Breaker anime featured some of the members of Keel, who are up to no good. They were harassing Anzai, not to mention Nagato, so Sakura had to intervene and join the battle.

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker manga, so proceed with caution.

Who Is Keel in Wind Breaker?

Keel is a rising gang with a large number of members, despite claims that they are a small-scale team.

All of the members are ruled by fear and violence, making it difficult to quit the gang.

The official accounts for the Wind Breaker anime announced today that Wind Breaker Season 2 is officially in production, scheduled to premiere in 2025. Crunchyroll is also confirming today it will stream the new season when it returns. Wind Breaker Season 2 Announcement Trailer Related: Wind Breaker is an Ode to How Much We Love Delinquents Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) directs the Wind Breaker anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). Make sure to check out the whole first season now available here on Crunchyroll, who describes the series: Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny brutes who solve every conflict with a show of strength. Some of the students even formed a group, Bofurin, which protects the town.

As the Wind Breaker anime winds down this week, the previously announced exhibition dedicated to the delinquent action series is winding up to deliver a punchy event at Tokyo's Matsuya Ginza Event Square from August 16 to September 4 with a brand-new illustration provided by anime studio CloverWorks, depicting Hajime, Hayato, Haruka and Akihiko at Café Pothos. Related merchandise will be available to purchase at the exhibition. Exhibition Illustration Related: Wind Breaker Series Gangs Up on Tokyo for Exhibition Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, the Wind Breaker anime is directed by Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). If you're a fan of school delinquent anime, don't miss new episodes of the series every Thursday, right here on Crunchyroll ! Welcome to Furin High School,...

(Welcome to I Didn't Know What Seasonal Anime to Watch, So I Asked /Film for Help and They Gave Me a List, a regular column dedicated to helping our readers choose what anime shows to watch each season.)

We are halfway through the year, which means halfway through the approximately trillion anime airing in 2024. After the year started with some stellar premieres as well as returning champions, the spring anime season arrived with some stunning adaptations. There were anticipated high-profile shows that met expectations, as well as hidden gems that stood out from the crowd with creativity, great scripts, and distinct animation. Whether you're a fan of kaiju, court dramas, or you're just looking for a show to relax with over a cocktail as you ponder the craft of bartending, there's something for you on this list.

Before the summer fully kicks in, let's look back at the best the...

Top 6 Fascinating Facts about Wind Breaker's Tasuku Tsubakino: Unveiling One of Bofurin's Heavenly Kings - Main Image

There are a lot of fascinating facts about Tasuku Tsubakino of Wind Breaker that fans should know about to understand them better.

From their interests and hobbies to their relationship with the other characters, Tasuku Tsubakino is one of the most interesting heavenly kings in Bofurin High.

Follow us on Facebook for all the latest anime news and explainer articles.

Will Akihiko Nirei Get Stronger in Wind Breaker? His Current Strength Explained - Main Image

The Wind Breaker anime is ending, but Akihiko Nirei is just starting to get stronger in his own way. Nirei has always been a punching bag in the series, but many are rooting for him to become stronger so that he may fight alongside Sakura and the others someday.

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker manga, so proceed with caution.

How Strong Is Akihiko Nirei in Wind Breaker? Strength Explained

Akihiko Nirei, unlike the other students in Bofurin, such as Sakura Haruka, Kyotaro Sugishita, and Hayato Suo, lacks the strength to join them in a one-on-one brawl, despite his desire to stand beside them.

Some even compare Nirei to Takemichi of Tokyo Revengers because of how easily he gets beat up by his opponents whenever he gets into trouble.

He couldn...

Anime producer Studio Bones announced their new Gachiakuta anime series project on June 13, 2024, based on the unique and captivating Kodansha manga.

With a target release set for 2025, the studio has unveiled a teaser visual and promotional video that hints at how they plan to bring the bold art styles of manga artist Kei Urana and graffiti artist Hideyoshi Andou to life.

Both Studio Bones and Kodansha will be at the Anime Expo in July to talk more about the upcoming series.

Check the Pv here:

About Gachiakuta:

A battle against conformity, authority and discrimination! Rudo lives in the slums of a floating town, where the poor scrape by under the shadow of the rich who live a sumptuous life, simply casting their garbage off the side, into the abyss.

Then one day, he’s falsely accused of murder, and his wrongful conviction leads to an unimaginable punishment—exile off the...

Having left the Shishitoren den victorious, the boys of the Wind Breaker anime have a brand-new cast addition to look forward to in Episode 11: Nobuhiko Okamoto (Bakugo in My Hero Academia ) as Ren Kaji, which was revealed with a stylish trailer today. Related: Wind Breaker Series Gangs Up on Tokyo for Exhibition Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, the Wind Breaker anime is directed by Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). If you're a fan of school delinquent anime, don't miss new episodes of the series every Thursday, right here on Crunchyroll ! Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny brutes who solve every conflict with a show of strength. Some of the students even formed a group,...

Wind Breaker: Why This Surprising Character Is the Real Top Dog, Not Umemiya - Main Image

Haruka Sakura has doubts about Hajime Umemiya, so it’s not surprising that he thinks Kotoha Tachibana is Bofurin’s real top dog in the post-credits scene of Wind Breaker episode 10.

Despite Umemiya’s efforts in the one-on-one match with Shishitoren, Sakura is still struggling with his feelings toward Umemiya, particularly his perspective on strength and power.

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker manga series, so proceed with caution.

Haruka Sakura Thinks Bofurin’s Real Top Dog Is Not Umemiya

In Wind Breaker episode 10's post-credits sequence, Haruka Sakura talks to Akihiko Nirei about Hajime Umemiya's soft spot for Kotoha Tachibana.

Haruka couldn't help but conclude that Bofurin's real top dog is not Umemiya after witnessing his change in attitude and behavior in front of Kotoha as he stumbles upon her restaurant.

More music videos are dropping on Crunchyroll today following the releases last month , with this month’s uploads including theme songs from Black Butler -Public School Arc- , Golden Kamuy Season 4 , Wind Breaker and more! Read on for the full list of the June music video releases. Ali Ali feat. Dos Monos Ali feat. J-rexxx, Rueed Ali feat. Mfs Ali feat. Mummy-d (including the Golden Kamuy Season 4 opening theme song ) Ali feat. R-Shitei Ali feat. Namichie, Alonzo, 6B Ali feat. Umedacypher Creepy Nuts Durdn Hitsujibungaku Kairi Yagi Momo Asakura natori (including the Wind Breaker opening theme song ) otoha (including the Black Butler -Public School Arc- opening theme ) Reol Sangatsu No Phantasia (including The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 second ending theme song ) SennaRin SennaRin feat. suis (from Yorushika) Sid (including the Black Butler -Public School Arc- ending theme ) Tomori Kusunoki (including The Misfit of Demon King Academy II (cour...

The boys of Furin High School are heading downtown for a Wind Breaker exhibition being held at Tokyo's Matsuya Ginza Event Square from August 16 to September 4 later this year, before the event goes on tour to Kyoto and Fukuoka. Elements from the original manga and currently airing anime adaptation will be featured, along with merchandise such as the photo-style card set pictured below. Photo-style Card Set Related: Wind Breaker is an Ode to How Much We Love Delinquents Based on the manga by Satoru Nii, the Wind Breaker anime is directed by Toshifumi Akai ( Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia ) at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroshi Seko ( Chainsaw Man ), character designs by Taishi Kawakami and music by Ryo Takahashi ( SK8 the Infinity ). If you're a fan of school delinquent anime, don't miss new episodes of the series every Thursday, right here on Crunchyroll ! Welcome to Furin High School,...

All Wind Breaker Ships Explored: Who Do Fans Want to Get Together the Most? - Main Image

Among fans, speculation and excitement about potential romantic pairings or ships are always a hot topic in anime. Satoru Nii’s action and delinquent manga series is no exception, as fans have Wind Breaker ships they want to get together the most.

Wind Breaker's rich character interactions and dynamic relationships leave plenty of room for fans to make assumptions and fantasize about potential romantic ships.

From Umemiya x Toma to Sakura x Nirei, fans hope to see their favorite Wind Breaker ships sail into the sunset.

What’s your favorite pairing in Wind Breaker? Let us know in the comments below and follow us on Facebook for all the latest anime news and explainer articles.

Wistoria Wand and Sword Release Date: When Will the New Fantasy Anime Premiere? - Main Image

We already got a lot of announcements over the past weeks, and now, another summer 2024 anime got new details. Today, Wistoria: Wand and Sword got a release date window announcement along with new cast info.

This upcoming adventure fantasy anime was initially announced in February, so it’s a bit surprising that it will premiere this soon. After all, most new anime are announced a year or even more before they get released.

Wistoria: Wand and Sword Release Date Predictions

As with most new shows, Wistoria: Wand and Sword is based on an ongoing manga by Fujino Omori and Toshi Aoi that’s serialized in Bessatsu Shonen Magazine, the same magazine as Attack on Titan.

When the anime was announced in February, its main cast members were revealed, including Kohei Amasaki (Otto Suwen in...

Wind Breaker: The Secret Meaning Behind Every Character's Name - Main Image

Beyond the adrenaline-pumping fight scenes that keep fans hooked to their screens, Wind Breaker's deeper layers often come to light in the smallest details, such as the names of its characters. From Sakura Haruka to Hajime Umemiya, here's the hidden meaning behind each Wind Breaker character's name.

Each name in Wind Breaker has an important meaning that contributes to the story's depth.

It's as if Wind Breaker's creator, Satoru Nii, meticulously selected these names to match the personalities, backgrounds, and roles of the characters in the story.

Let us look into the hidden meanings behind the names of some of Wind Breaker's prominent characters below.

Wind Breaker’s Possible Inspirations

It's no secret that Satoru Nii, the creator of Wind Breaker, is a big admirer of Ken Wakui's Tokyo Revengers.

In fact, fans can...

Wind Breaker: The Secret Meaning Behind Every Character's Name - Main Image

Beyond the adrenaline-pumping fight scenes that keep fans hooked to their screens, Wind Breaker's deeper layers often come to light in the smallest details, such as the names of its characters. From Sakura Haruka to Hajime Umemiya, here's the hidden meaning behind each Wind Breaker character's name.

Each name in Wind Breaker has an important meaning that contributes to the story's depth.

It's as if Wind Breaker's creator, Satoru Nii, meticulously selected these names to match the personalities, backgrounds, and roles of the characters in the story.

Let us look into the hidden meanings behind the names of some of Wind Breaker's prominent characters below.

Wind Breaker’s Possible Inspirations

It's no secret that Satoru Nii, the creator of Wind Breaker, is a big admirer of Ken Wakui's Tokyo Revengers.

In fact, fans can...

Will There Be a Wind Breaker Season 2? Here's What We Think - Main Image

The first season of Wind Breaker is listed with 13 episodes, chronicling Sakura Haruka’s early endeavors in Bofurin High after his bold move to the town of Makochi, where he meets new friends and foes. Following the first season, many are looking forward to Wind Breaker season 2.

Satoru Nii’s action-packed, delinquent manga-turned-anime by CloverWorks is unlike any other typical shonen series. It challenges stereotypes and even deconstructs its genre, making it a standout series for the spring season.

Will There Be a Wind Breaker Season 2? Our Predictions

As of writing, Wind Breaker season 2 is not yet announced, which means fans will have to wait for additional news and announcements in the coming weeks.

Most anime series announce their second season after the final episode of the first season, so Wind Breaker fans may only need...

Wind Breaker Is Missing This Character Trope, and It's Refreshing - Main Image

Among the character tropes featured in Wind Breaker, fans observe that one specific trope found in most shonen anime is absent from the series. Rather than complaining, many find it refreshing that Wind Breaker does not feature this character trope.

TV Tropes had a list of the character tropes in Wind Breaker, from the non-action guy trope that is Nirei Akihiko to the tsundere character that is Haruka Sakura.

If one scans through it, they'll see that Wind Breaker is unlike any other shonen or delinquent anime because of this missing character trope.

Wind Breaker Has No Perverted Character Trope

Unlike other shonen or delinquent anime, Wind Breaker does not have any perverted main characters that constantly want to go on dates with girls, peep into girls' locker rooms, or incessantly chase girls they encounter on the street.

Top 8 Hottest Wind Breaker Characters, from Suo to Umemiya - Main Image

Whether you're drawn to Sakura's determination, Umemiya's leadership, Sugishita's loyalty, or Togame's strength, these characters have an undeniable charm. While the anime is full of fierce fights and dramatic events, let's look at the hottest Wind Breaker characters in this article.

Wind Breaker thrives not only on its action-packed fight scenes but also on the strength of its characters. Each of them contributes something unique to the series, making it more interesting to watch and read.

Who’s your favorite character in Wind Breaker? Let us know in the comments below and follow us on Facebook for all the latest anime news and explainer articles!

Will Sakura Ever Become Top Dog in Wind Breaker? Here's What Fans Think - Main Image

Wind Breaker continues to impress viewers with its intense fight scenes and psychological themes, which make it a standout anime of the spring season. As the plot unfolds, will Sakura ever become the top dog like he originally planned to in Wind Breaker?

Most Wind Breaker fans are optimistic about Haruka Sakura's future in the series.

They believe Sakura has the potential to become the top dog in Bofurin or even reach greater heights, thanks to his character development in the Wind Breaker manga.

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker manga series, so proceed with caution.

Wind Breaker Fans Think Sakura Will Become Top Dog

It is not uncommon for fans to have high expectations for the main characters, especially if they have the potential to achieve so much more in their anime series.

Wind Breaker: 5 Reasons Umemiya Would Always Win Against Choji - Main Image

The one-on-one brawl between Shishitoren and Bofurin is coming to an end as the top dogs finally confront each other. While the audience bet on who would come out stronger, here are the reasons Hajime Umemiya would always win against Choji Tomiyama in Wind Breaker.

The fight between Umemiya and Tomiyama will determine the overall winner of the clash between the two gangs.

The current standings have no bearing on the outcome, which means there is a lot at stake in the final match.

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker series, so proceed with caution.

So, do you think Umemiya would always win against Choji in Wind Breaker?

Let us know in the comments below, and follow us on Facebook for all the latest anime news, lists, articles, features, and more!

Top 10 Hyped Wind Breaker Scenes Manga Fans Want to See in the Anime - Main Image

The first season of Wind Breaker will only have 13 episodes, which means there will be a lot of moments in the manga that will not be adapted. From Bofurin's assembly to Sakura getting a cold after fighting with a street gang, here are 10 Wind Breaker manga scenes fans want to see in the anime.

The Wind Breaker manga is far ahead of the anime, but the following scenes on our list will surely hype you up and perhaps encourage you to pick up the delinquent manga series.

Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker manga, so proceed with caution.

What are you looking forward to the most in Wind Breaker? Let us know in the comments below and follow us on Facebook for all the latest anime news, lists, articles, features,...

Wind Breaker Isn't Like Your Typical Shonen Anime: 3 Reasons the Hit Delinquent Anime Stands Out - Main Image

There are a lot of shonen anime with incredible fights, amazing protagonists, and unexpected plot twists, and then there's Wind Breaker. From its unexpected themes to its complex protagonist, Wind Breaker isn't like your typical shonen anime for various reasons.

So far, CloverWorks' Wind Breaker anime has received good reviews from fans, having a 7.90/10 rating on MyAnimeList, thanks to its genre deconstruction, likable characters, and amazing fighting sequences that continue to impress fans.

So, do you think Wind Breaker is a standout shonen and delinquent anime? Let us know in the comments below, and follow us on Facebook for all the latest anime news, lists, articles, features, and more.