Crunchyroll has a massive lineup in store for Anime Expo! This convention takes place at the Los Angeles Convention Center and is one of the largest celebrations of anime. From July 3-6, Crunchyroll is taking fans behind the scenes of beloved series, hosting premieres for highly anticipated shows, and giving fans the first look at newly announced titles coming to the platform.

Crunchyroll Anime Expo 2025 Panel Summary

On Thursday, July 3rd, the Crunchyroll Stage takes over the Platinum Ballroom at the JW Marriott. It’s game on with the world premiere of “Let’s Play.” Creator Leeanne M. Krecic and Director Daiki Tomiyasu chat about the bleeps and bloops behind the gaming-inspired series. Be on guard for the premiere of “The Rising of the Shield Hero” Season 4. Join the Japanese voice of Naofumi (Kaito Ishikawa) and Producer Ten Kimura to go behind the scenes of the new season. Then, it’s also solo camping for everyone! Pitch a tent for the special premiere of “Solo Camping for Two” with voice actors Daiki Hamano and Mizuki Niizaki.

Furthermore, on Friday, July 4th, go deeper with two 2025 Crunchyroll Anime of the Year nominees. Go beyond the journey with a special panel for the 2025 Anime Award-winning “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” and find out what’s next for the series. Then, if you ever wonder what makes “The Apothecary Diaries” so great, solve the mystery with voice actors Yuki Aoi and Seto Asami.

On Saturday, July 5th, “Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE” premieres the first episode in its second cour. Join the Japanese voices of Senku Ishigami (Yusuke Kobayashi) and Dr. Xeno (Kenji Nojima) to celebrate the next chapter in the series. Additionally, go behind the romance of “My Dress-Up Darling” Season 2 together with the Japanese voices of Marin Kitagawa (Hina Suguta) and Wakana Gojo (Shoya Ishige).

Finally, on Sunday, July 6th, in the most literal fashion, Crunchyroll saves the biggest for last! Don’t miss the monster-sized “Kaiju No. 8” panel. Also, peer beyond the veil of “Toilet-bound Hanako-kun” with one of the most legendary talents in anime, Megumi Ogata (Hanako-kun). Producers Yuki Katayama and Shota Komatsu join as they explore bringing an urban legend to life. Plus, catch a sneak peek at an upcoming episode!

Full Crunchyroll Panel Schedule at Anime Expo

Thursday, July 3rd on the Crunchyroll Stage

• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT  
• Crunchyroll Morning Premieres: Start your Anime Expo with the latest and greatest anime from Japan! Be among the first to catch new episodes and series premieres from exciting titles such as “Let This Grieving Soul Retire,” “Dekin no Mogura: The Earthbound Mole,” “A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2,” and the world premiere of “May I Ask for One Final Thing?”

• 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
• “Onmyo Kaiten Re:Birth Verse” – Special 2 Episode Premiere: From david production comes an exciting new adventure! Takeru Naruhira is a delinquent who meets the girl of his dreams, Tsukimiya, and gets another shot at fighting for her life in another world.

• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT
• “Clevatess“ – Special 1 Hour Premiere: “Clevatess” follows the titular Demon King, who is being hunted by 13 heroes, including Alicia, who has dreamt of being a hero since she was a kid. After trying to slay the Demon King, the heroes cause more issues for the human races, finding only one way to save humanity. They entrust a single baby to Clevatess.

• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM PT
• “The Rising of the Shield Hero” Season 4 Guest Panel ft. Kaito Ishikawa and Ten Kimura: Join the voice of Naofumi (Kaito Ishikawa) and producer Ten Kimura from “The Rising of the Shield Hero” Season 4. Experience exclusive content alongside episode 1 with the talent behind the anime!
  • Panelists: Kaito Ishikawa and Ten Kimura
  • Host: Tim Lyu

• 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
• “Solo Camping for Two” Special Premiere ft. Daiki Hamano and Mizuki Niizaki: Do you like cooking and eating in the great outdoors with your friends? If so, then don’t miss the special premiere of “Solo Camping for Two,” along with special guests Daiki Hamano and Mizuki Niizaki, who star in this comfy-cozy outdoor anime.
  • Panelists: Daiki Hamano and Mizuki Niizaki
  • Host: Tim Lyu

• 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM PT
• “Let’s Play“ Special Premiere with the Creators: Join creator Leeanne M. Krecic aka “Mongie” and staff as she walks through turning her hit web comic into an anime! Don’t miss the world premiere of the first episode, where game developer Sam discovered that the gaming influencer who criticized her game is now her new neighbor!
  • Panelists: Leeanne M. Krecic, Daiki Tomiyasu, Minaka Sakamoto, Hana Sugiwara, and Heather Horn 
  • Host: Lauren Moore

• 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT
• Crunchyroll Evening Premieres: Wrap up your evening by being among the first to catch the newest simulcasts coming soon to Crunchyroll: “Rent-a-Girlfriend” Season 4, “To Your Eternity” Season 3, “Nyaight of the Living Cat,” and more!

Friday, July 4th

• 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM PT
• “Frieren: Beyond the Journey:” Get ready for a conversation with some of the cast and staff behind one of the most-talked-about anime in recent history! Join the voice of Stark (Chiaki Kobayashi), Producer Yuichiro Fukushi, and Composer Evan Call as they talk about their experiences working in the show, and what’s next for Frieren!
  • Panelists: Chiaki Kobayashi, Yuichiro Fukushi, Evan Call
  • Host: Tim Lyu
  • Main Events (Peacock Theater)

• 5:45 PM – 6:35 PM PT
• “The Apothecary Diaries“ S2 Guest Panel ft. Yuki Aoi and Seto Asami: Join Crunchyroll in welcoming special guests from Japan, Yuki Aoi and Seto Asami for an exciting panel on “The Apothecary Diaries” Season 2! The Japanese talent will share their thoughts from the recent season and participate in a live dub exclusively for our Anime Expo audience.
  • Panelists: Yuki Aoi and Seto Asami
  • Host: Lauren Moore
  • Diamond Ballroom

Saturday, July 5th

• 2:00 PM – 2:50 PM PT
• “Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE“ Cour 2 Premiere Panel: Join Crunchyroll and special guests Yusuke Kobayashi (voice of Senku Ishigami) and Kenji Nojima (voice of Dr. Xeno) for the premiere of the first episode of “Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE” Cour 2! Be among the first to witness the Kingdom of Science’s quest to solve the mystery of petrification and save all 7 billion people on earth… all while under Stanley’s fierce pursuit!
  • Panelists: Yusuke Kobayashi and Kenji Nojima
  • Host: Tim Lyu
  • Main Events (Peacock Theater)

• 4:15 PM – 5:05 PM PT
• My Dress-Up Darling With the Cast: Join the Japanese voices of Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo from the hit manga-turned anime, My Dress-Up Darling! Hear how they got involved with the anime, and get ready for an exciting live-dubbing performance from Hina Suguta and Shoya Ishige!
  • Panelists: Hina Suguta, Shoya Ishige
  • Host: Monique Kuwahara
  • Platinum Ballroom

• 5:00 PM – 6:20 PM PT
• Crunchyroll Industry Panel: It’s the ultimate anime destination for all the insights, news, trailers and guests at Anime Expo! Join the Crunchyroll Industry Panel at Petree Hall to hear about all the latest and greatest coming in 2025 and beyond.
  • Hosts: Tim Lyu and Lauren Moore
  • Petree Hall

Sunday, July 6th

• 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM PT
• “Kaiju No. 8“ Panel Powered by Crunchyroll: Join Crunchyroll and some special guests from the hit series “Kaiju No. 8” for a conversation and special surprise as excitement builds for Season 2!
  • Host: Tim Lyu
  • Main Events (Peacock Theater)

• 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM PT
• “Toilet-bound Hanako-kun:“ Special Premiere With Cast and Staff: Don’t miss your chance to hear from legendary voice actress Megumi Ogata, voice of the titular Hanako-kun, as she is joined by producers Yuki Katayama and Shota Komatsu as they talk about their experiences working on the anime “Toilet-bound Hanako-kun!” There might even be a special sneak peek at an upcoming episode for those lucky enough to attend!
  • Panelists: Megumi Ogata, Yuki Katayama, Shota Komatsu
  • Petree Hall

Find Crunchyroll at Anime Expo 2025 on the Exhibit Floor

Crunchyroll will have its most immersive anime experiences ever. Over at booth #2526, step into “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” ahead of its debut in theaters in September. Find yourself in the world of “Gachiakuta,” which is streaming on Crunchyroll this July. More info coming soon!

Also, the Crunchyroll Store is setting up shop at booth #2135. There will be over 30 exclusive items! Don’t miss the new Kaiju No. 8 Youtooz Vinyl Figure (Glow in the Dark Ver.). Also, represent the “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” “Shangri-La Frontier,” and “JUJUTSU KAISEN” fandoms with exclusive apparel. 

If you cannot attend the event, Crunchyroll will have their Anime Expo 2025 highlights available on their social media platforms.