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If you’re building your anime library or just diving into a new story, here’s a breakdown of the key releases arriving between May 11 and 17 across major publishers and distributors.
This week brings a rich variety of titles across genres, platforms, and publishers. Anime fans can look forward to notable home video releases like Berserk of Gluttony, I’m in Love with the Villainess, and the Kamen Rider Geats movie. These are available via outlets such as Crunchyroll, Sentai Filmworks, and Shout! Studios.
Meanwhile, manga readers have much to be excited about too. Viz Media, Seven Seas, Kodansha, and Yen Press headline this week’s drop with anticipated volumes including The Apothecary Diaries, Dandadan, Skip and Loafer, and Berserk Volume 42. Digital-only manga such as Yakuza Fiancé and Kubo Won’t Let Me Be Invisible also continue to see traction among online readers.
As the spring release schedule ramps up, May is shaping up to be a rewarding month for anyone looking to expand their anime shelves or get lost in a new manga world.
Maomao (The Apothecary Diaries)
A sharp-minded servant with a background in herbal medicine, Maomao is unexpectedly pulled into palace intrigue after saving a royal child. Her wit and knowledge earn her a reputation, making her a central figure in unraveling the court’s mysteries. A fan-favorite for her brains-over-brawn approach.
Kubo (Kubo Won’t Let Me Be Invisible)
A sweet yet mischievous classmate, Kubo makes it her mission to bring attention to the quiet and often unnoticed protagonist, Junta Shiraishi. Her playful persistence turns an awkward school life into a charming, heartwarming story about being seen, appreciated, and loved.
With new formats and fresh volumes hitting shelves weekly, North America remains a hotbed for anime and manga accessibility. Whether you’re catching up on last season’s anime hits or keeping pace with ongoing manga sagas, the May 11–17 lineup delivers something worth checking out.