Are you a fan of Oreimo (Originally released on DVD) or Nisemonogatari (A sequel to Bakemonogatari)? You may be glad to know what Aniplex of America have confirmed they will be releasing both series on Blu-ray in late February. More information on both of these titles, including their above average (Compared to normal English localized anime) prices can be read below:
At the moment you can pick up the DVD Complete Set of Oreimo for $44.98, which includes the entire 16 episode series (12 TV / 4OVA) as well as textless OP/ED sequences, an O-Sleeve and double sided DVD packaging for $44.98 (SRP: $54.98). The Blu-ray edition, being a Japanese import edition will set you back $278.98 (SRP: $329.98) but will fortunately come with English subtitles. Bonus goodies in this set will including a 4-panel digipak newly illustrated by Hiro Kanzaki, a PET clear sleeve case, Super Picture Label and character commentary video for all 16 episodes.
Pre-orders for this set will be available through RightStuf and Official Retailers of Aniplex of America titles.
About Oreimo
Oreimo is an adaptation of Tsukasa Fushimi’s light novel series Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai. The popular comedic novel series-turned hit anime originally aired in 2010 in Japan. The story follows the daily life of an ordinary high school boy named Kyousuke Kousaka. Kyousuke’s younger sister Kirino is a pretty fashion model, but also hides a dark secret of being an otaku of adult games. Kyousuke is the only person to whom Kirino reveals her hidden obsession and other issues.
STORY
For the past seven years, Kyousuke’s relationship with his younger sister Kirino has been nothing but cold. It has come to a point where the siblings only exchange greetings with each other. But one day, Kyousuke finds a moe anime DVD lying in the entrance hall of his house. As his interest piqued, Kyousuke looks for the owner, only to discover it belongs to his very own sister Kirino. Shocked as Kyousuke was, this was just the beginning to the surprises that lie ahead…
Living in the shadow of his prodigious younger sister, Kyousuke Kousaka had a normal lifestyle until he accidentally finds out that Kirino hides a dark and embarrassing secret. In addition to being smart, pretty, and popular; Kirino Kousaka is also an obsessive consumer of anime and eroge (adult computer games). After being assured that Kyousuke is committed to not mock her and keep this concealed from their parents, she starts to share a bit of her world with him. Kirino faces several problems as she tries to keep appearances and balance her exemplary school life with her hobbies. Her brother then becomes a crucial ally while dealing with all the difficulties that lie ahead.
Fans of Aniplex of America’s release of Bakemonogatari may also be interested in picking up their Blu-ray exclusive release of Nisemonogatari, which is set for release on the 26th February 2013. This collection will feature all 11 episodes over five Blu-ray discs and over three cases, all of which can be stored in the included Rigid artbox with key artwork. In addition, this release will feature Double-side Blu-ray case wraps, a 36-page Deluxe booklet and the usual assortment of textless openings and endings as well as trailers.
About Nisemonogatari
In Bakemonogatari, the story centers on Koyomi Araragi, a third year high school student who has recently survived a vampire attack, and finds himself mixed up with all kinds of apparitions: gods, ghosts, myths, and spirits. However, in Nisemonogatari, we pick up right where we left off and follow Koyomi as the psychological twists delve deeper and deeper…
