Get ready for some thrilling news in the world of anime and illustration! The beloved series “Oshiri Tantei” is celebrating its 8th anniversary with exciting new adventures, while the Hatsune Miku x Good Smile Company Illustration Contest has just concluded, showcasing incredible talent from fans around the globe. Dive into the details of these events and discover what’s in store for fans!

Oshiri Tantei’s New Adventures and Hatsune Miku’s Illustration Contest

The beloved anime “Oshiri Tantei” has been captivating audiences since its debut in 2018, and this year marks its 8th anniversary! The new season is set to premiere on April 5th, featuring a fresh visual and a new promotional video for the “Oshiri Tantei 2025 Spring Story.” The newly released visual showcases Oshiri Tantei and his friends enjoying tea time at a forest-themed café, which is a setting from the upcoming story based on the 11th volume of the series, “Oshiri Tantei: Aratanaru Kaitou.” This café is run by SUANA, a company known for creating adorable character goods.

New Visual and Storyline

• The visual features Oshiri Tantei and his assistant, Brown, enjoying a pudding inspired by SUANA’s character, Donguris.
• Other characters, including the Maltese chief of the Wankoro Police and his team, are also depicted enjoying desserts.
• The scene is filled with hidden details, such as the mysterious thief Kaitou U peeking in from outside and a turtle napping in a hammock.

The promotional video reveals various investigations led by Oshiri Tantei, including encounters with the Kaitou Academy’s boss, Kaitou G, who ominously welcomes Oshiri Tantei to his hideout. The new season promises thrilling storylines, including adventures in the desert and a quest to rescue a character trapped in a dream world.

Upcoming Events

• The “Oshiri Tantei Family Stage: Nanbu Iseki no Daimajin” will take place on April 5, 2025, at the Nerima Cultural Center.
• This family-friendly stage show features an original story where audiences can join Oshiri Tantei and his friends on an exciting adventure.

For more details and ticket information, check the official website.

Hatsune Miku x Good Smile Company Illustration Contest

In other news, the “Hatsune Miku x Good Smile Company Illustration Contest! 2nd” has officially closed its submissions as of 5 PM today. Thank you to everyone who participated! The contest received a plethora of stunning entries, making the selection process quite challenging. The results will be announced on the official Hatsune Miku blog and the Piapro official collaboration page, with each of the three categories being revealed separately. Stay tuned for the exciting results!

For more information about the contest, visit the official contest page.