Winter 2025 Anime
TV
Solo Leveling 2nd Season: Arise from the Shadow
The second season of Solo Leveling.
Sung Jin-Woo, dubbed the weakest hunter of all mankind, grows stronger by the day with the supernatural powers he has gained. However, keeping his skills hidden becomes more difficult as dungeon-related incidents pile up around him.
When Jin-Woo and a few other low-ranked hunters are the only survivors of a dungeon that turns out to be a bigger challenge than initially expected, he draws attention once again, and hunter guilds take an increased interest in him. Meanwhile, a strange hunter who has been lost for ten years returns with a dire warning about an upcoming catastrophic event. As the calamity looms closer, Jin-Woo must continue leveling up to make sure nothing stops him from reaching his ultimate goal—saving the life of his mother.
(Source: MAL Rewrite)
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto 2nd Season
The second season of Kusuriya no Hitorigoto.
Maomao and Jinshi face palace intrigue as a pregnant concubine's safety and a looming conspiracy collide.
(Source: Crunchyroll News)
SAKAMOTO DAYS
When Sakamoto meets Aoi, the convenience store clerk, it’s love at first sight — and just like that, he retires.
Sakamoto gets married, has a daughter, opens a mom-and-pop store in a quiet town, and completely transforms … into a plus-size man. To ensure a peaceful life with his beloved family, the legendary ex–hit man bands together with comrades to face off against the looming threat of assassins.
(Source: Netflix TUDUM)
Izure Saikyou no Renkinjutsushi?
Not even a hero, Takumi Iruma gets accidentally mixed in with a group of heroes chosen to be summoned to another world. As compensation for the mix-up, a goddess offers him the right to choose any skill he wishes for! Hoping for a peaceful and quiet life that has nothing to do with fighting or going into battle, he chooses a seemingly boring creation skill. However, it turns out "alchemy" is the most powerful skill that allows him to create everything from a holy sword to flying ships! This cheat skill he unexpectedly acquired turns him into a wealthy merchant and makes him undefeatable in battles! A heartwarming adventure story about (possibly) the most powerful alchemist in another world!
(Source: AlphaPolis)
Guild no Uketsukejou desu ga, Zangyou wa Iya nanode Boss wo Solo Toubatsu Shiyou to Omoimasu
Alina thought she had found the perfect job as a guild receptionist. It’s stable, safe, and has a super cute uniform. But this dream gig turns into an overtime nightmare whenever adventurers get stuck clearing a dungeon. Tired of the long nights, Alina starts taking down the bosses herself! She even earns the name Executioner for her impressive skills. Can she keep her identity a secret?
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Fuguushoku "Kanteishi" ga Jitsu wa Saikyou Datta
Ein has been saddled with the job of "Appraiser," the weakest and least fortunate of all the jobs one can be born with, as the only power it grants is the ability to appraise things. Treated cruelly by all and reduced to a litter collector by his peers, Ein has grown to hate himself and lives his days in spineless self-abasement. But when he meets Yuuri, the spirit of the World Tree, and her protector, Ursula the sage, Ein's fate takes a drastic turn.
With the gift of a Spirit Eye from Yuuri and the help of Ursula in learning how to use it, Ein grows stronger and stronger, until he's ready to take Yuuri on her long-desired journey to meet her World Tree's sisters. He goes on to overcome all sorts of challenges, armed with his natural kindness and his new-found courage.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
A-Rank Party wo Ridatsu shita Ore wa, Moto Oshiego-tachi to Meikyuu Shinbu wo Mezasu.
Yuke, a red mage, angrily declares that he's leaving Thunder Pike, the A-rank party he's been with for five years, because he's fed up with being insulted and ridiculed by the other members.
While searching for a new party, he runs into his former students Marina, Silk, and Rain, and decides to join their party, Clover. Encouraged by their admiration of him as their teacher, Yuke leads them in completing several quests that show off his own extraordinary magic and skills while bringing out the girls' abilities to their fullest.
Then, through an "adventure broadcast" by an artifact known as Camelot, Clover becomes well-known throughout society. The party's dream is to conquer Achromatic Darkness, the most challenging dungeon of all, but as they take on other dungeons in hopes of eventually achieving that goal, they gradually become entangled in chaos that threatens the whole world...
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Salaryman ga Isekai ni Ittara Shitennou ni Natta Hanashi
In an alternate fantasy world, the Demon King reigns with a formidable army led by his Four Heavenly Kings. One happens to be Uchimura Denosuke, a normal salaryman unexpectedly plucked from his mundane life by the Demon King himself. But even in this new realm, Uchimura is bestowed no particular powers. Can he survive treacherous missions with only the knowledge of an office worker?
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Hazure Skill "Kinomi Master": Skill no Mi (Tabetara Shinu) wo Mugen ni Taberareru You ni Natta Ken ni Tsuite
In a world where eating “Skill Fruits” grants special powers, Light, a boy who seeks to become the world’s greatest adventurer, obtains the <> skill, a bogus skill specializing in fruit cultivation that is completely useless in combat.
Eating a second “Skill Fruit” results in death, so there are no do-overs. Meanwhile, his childhood friend Rena, who promised to become an adventurer with him, achieves S Rank in record time, and the gap between them widens.
Light spends his days farming and training with a sword, but one day, he accidentally eats a second “Skill Fruit.”
“Why am I not dying?!”
Light avoids certain death and learns the incredible true power of the <> skill: he can eat as many “Skill Fruits” as he wants! His overpowered ability allows him to gain an ability every time he eats one, for an unlimited number of times!! The worst skill ever is actually the best skill ever!!!
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Arafou Otoko no Isekai Tsuuhan Seikatsu
Kenichi Hamada is just a regular, middle-aged man working as an illustrator in Japan. One day, he is transported to another world and wakes to find himself in the middle of a dangerous forest filled with ravenous monsters. He quickly discovers a massive online shopping site that can deliver him exactly what he needs. Join Kenichi on his search for relaxation in a new world!
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Botsuraku Yotei no Kizoku dakedo, Hima Datta kara Mahou wo Kiwamete mita
While innocently enjoying himself after work, one man’s life changes forever. He wakes in the body of Liam Hamilton, the youngest son of a noble house on the brink of collapse. Amid the chaos, Liam realizes he finally has time to learn and practice magic. Once he begins, it takes his life for an even bigger turn. Can Liam master magic and save his noble family? The aristocratic fantasy begins!
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Magic Maker: Isekai Mahou no Tsukurikata
On the night of his 30th birthday, one man’s dreams of wielding magic come true after he unexpectedly passes away. He wakes as Sion, a young child in another world. He and his elder sister, Marie, are the children of a lower-class noble family who govern their region. After receiving conflicting messages from their father, Sion and Marie set out on an adventure to uncover the magic.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Class no Daikirai na Joshi to Kekkon suru Koto ni Natta.
High school student Saito Houjou is set to inherit his grandfather’s major corporation. First, he must marry Akane Sakuramori, the girl he despises the most, and who hates him just as much. The two are determined to keep their unexpected marriage a secret from their classmates. But as they begin their newlywed life, the distance between them starts to close.
(Source: Crunchyroll, edited)
S-Rank Monster no "Behemoth" Dakedo, Neko to Machigawarete Elf Musume no Pet to Shite Kurashitemasu
Nobody asked to be a cat!
After dying in a fight against the forces of evil, a knight is shocked to discover that instead of being reborn as a hero of humanity, he starts his new life as a behemoth-one of the most powerful monsters in the world! The only problem is that a baby behemoth looks an awful lot like...an adorable house cat?! Things grow even more confusing when a beautiful elf adventurer rescues him from the brink of death rather than finishing him off. This house-cat-slash-knight's baffling journey is just getting started...
(Source: Yen Press)
Zenshuu.
After graduating from high school, Natsuko Hirose starts her career as an animator. Her talent quickly flourishes, and she makes her debut as a director in no time. Her first anime becomes a massive hit, sparking a social phenomenon and earning her recognition as an up-and-coming genius director. Her next project is set to be a romantic comedy movie themed around first love! However, having never been in love herself, Natsuko struggles to understand the concept of first love, and as a result, she’s unable to create the storyboard, causing the movie production to come to a standstill.
(Source: MAPPA)
Akuyaku Reijou Tensei Ojisan
In his previous life in modern-day Japan, he was Kenzaburou Tondabayashi, a 52-year-old civil servant—and now he's the villainess! Reborn as Grace Auvergne, the drill-haired villainess of an otome game his daughter used to play, Kenzaburou is quite confused.
From the little information he possesses, Kenzaburou knows he should be a haughty noble girl, but the disciplined older man is simply unable to act in such a manner. His calm and kind aura leads him to befriend the heroine and further endear him to the student body as the pinnacle of elegance. As he tries to keep the story on track, Kenzaburou will have to draw on his years of experience in the workforce, his perfect Japanese manners, and his family-oriented morals to fit in with the fellow kids.
(Source: MAL Rewrite)
Nihon e Youkoso Elf-san.
Ms. Elf is intrigued by Japanese culture?!
Working adult Kitase Kazuhiro’s hobby is sleeping. Ever since he was a child, he’s had exciting adventures in the mysterious other world he dreams about. One day, while exploring ancient ruins with an elf girl he befriended, he is unfortunately burned by the breath of a magic dragon he encounters.
When he awakens from his dream, an elf girl who shouldn’t be in his room is sleeping next to him…
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon 2nd Season
The second season of Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon
Miyo and Kiyoka's love will be put to the test as trouble looms over them. Will they achieve the future they dream of?
(Source: Netflix Anime)
Kuroiwa Medaka ni Watashi no Kawaii ga Tsuujinai
Gorgeous from head to toe! The perfect figure! To Kawai Mona, winning hearts comes as naturally as breathing... but the arrival of Kuroiwa Medaka, a new transfer student who won't even give her a second look, turns her school life upside-down! She's lived her whole life being fawned over, so why is he any different? Mona tries everything she can think of to win Medaka over, even getting a bit extreme at times! This new rom-com starring a queen bee and a celibate boy is about to burst onto the scene!
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Kono Kaisha ni Suki na Hito ga Imasu
Yui Mitsuya and Masugu Tateishi aren't just any coworkers—they totally have the hots for each other. His helpful yet humble attitude makes her giddy, and her cuteness leaves him grinning like a fool. Problem is, they're trying to keep their new relationship under wraps to avoid making things awkward at work. But seeing how they can't keep their hands off each other, they run the risk of spilling their little secret with each passing day at the office.
(Source: Kodansha USA)
Übel Blatt
Rumors stir throughout the land: when the wielder of the black sword draws his dark blade, all who stand in its path are torn asunder…!
Köinzell, the mysterious young boy who carries the black sword, undeniably wields it with exceptional skill, but can he truly be responsible for the bloody rumors? Pursued by the Traitorous Lances, four powerful warriors who were thought to have been defeated by the Seven Heroes, the strength of the young swordsman will be tested to its limit. At battle’s end, only the shocking truth of Köinzell’s quest will stand above the corpses of his enemies…
An epic fantasy on the grandest of scales!
(Source: Yen Press)
Ameku Takao no Suiri Karte
Ten’ikai General Hospital’s Supervisory Department of Diagnostic Pathology handles cases other physicians deem too difficult to treat. It’s also where bizarre mysteries surface, from unexplained illnesses to strange murders even the police can’t solve. At the center of it all is Takao Ameku, a brilliant doctor determined to reveal the shocking truth behind these anomalies.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Sentai Red Isekai de Boukensha ni Naru
Togo Asagaki was the Red Ranger in a heroic Ranger squad. During their final battle against an evil organization, he gave his life to guarantee their triumph. But fate had other plans, and he found himself reborn in an entirely different world. Embracing his new role as an adventurer, he transforms into Kizuna Red and continues his pursuit of justice, helping those in need.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Unnamed Memory Act.2
The second season of Unnamed Memory
Seeking to end a curse thwarting his lineage, Prince Oscar sets out on a quest that leads him to a powerful and beautiful witch, Tinasha, and he demands a unique bargain: marriage. Though unenthused by the proposal, she agrees to stay in his castle for a year while researching the spell cast upon him. But beneath her beauty lies a lifetime of dark secrets that soon come to light.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Honey Lemon Soda
In middle school, Uka Ishimori was nicknamed “Stone.”
In order to change herself, she enrolled in Hachimitsu High School, known for its culture of student liberty. Seated in at the desk next to her in the same class is Kai Miura, a coolly freewheeling boy with lemon-colored hair. In truth, Uka met Kai once in middle school, and decided to attend Hachimitsu based on a single word he said to her.To Uka, the popular Kai is a distant presence.
Yet somehow, Kai starts to look after Uka. With Kai encouraging her, Uka gradually begins to fit in with her classmates…
But...Uka’s world is gradually changing with Kai’s presence. —
Now, I am in the center of the endlessly spreading light.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Ao no Exorcist: Yosuga-hen
Sequel to Ao no Exorcist: Yuki no Hate-hen
Yukio parts ways with Rin and makes his way to the Illuminati. In order to face Yukio, who is seeking strength and the truth, Rin decides that he must learn the secret of their birth. With Mephisto’s guidance, he embarks on a journey to the past.
Rin traces the footsteps of their adoptive father, Shirou Fujimoto, and birth mother, Yuri Egin. But the path they took in life was harsher than Rin could have ever imagined….
Why were children born between the Demon God Satan and a human? What was the Blue Night? And when Rin learns everything, what will be his answer?
(Source: Official Site)
Okinawa de Suki ni Natta Ko ga Hougen Sugite Tsura Sugiru
When Teruaki Nakamura transfers to laid-back Okinawa, he falls for the lively Kyan-san—but her dialect is a complete mystery to him. With Higa-san translating, Teru’s misunderstanding-filled island life takes off...and subtle hints suggest Higa-san might want his heart too. On this serene island, love flows as freely as the ocean breeze!
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Ishura 2nd Season
Medalist
Becoming an ice dancer was not what Tsukasa Akeuraji had aimed for when he decided to take on the figure skating world. However, it is where he ended up as he "started too late" to follow his true solo-skating dreams.
For years, he was content with being a shell of his former ambitions—that is, until he met a little girl in whom he saw himself. Inori Yuitsuka, a fifth-grader so desperate to skate that she practiced in secret, had visited Tsukasa's rink with her mother to ask for lessons. She was branded as useless by everyone around her, told it was "too late" for her to begin, and that catching up to other skaters was impossible.
With a newfound conviction and unwillingness to let another passionate skater go down the same road as him, Tsukasa takes on the responsibility of coaching her and promises to make Inori a medalist.
(Source: MAL Rewrite)
Mahoutsukai no Yakusoku
On a moonlit night, Akira Masaki finds herself in a magical world where wizards and humans coexist. Every year, they must face an enormous, deadly moon that attacks the planet. Their only hope lies with the Wizards of the Sage, appointed to fight the supernatural threat. But Akira soon discovers she wasn’t summoned by chance—she was chosen to lead them in battle.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun 2nd Season
The second season of Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun
Hanako, Nene, and Kou race against time to uncover the traitor among the Seven Wonders.
(Source: Crunchyroll News)
Hana wa Saku, Shura no Gotoku
On the picturesque island of Tonakijima with a population of only 600, Hana’s favorite pastime is reading literature to the island’s children. Her narration skills are second to none, and Mizuki, the president of the school’s broadcasting club immediately recognizes Hana’s ability to engage with others and draw them into her recitations. Invited by Mizuki to join the club, Hana embarks on a journey to discover her true love of reading — and maybe even change the course of her life along the way.
(Source: HIDIVE)
Kisaki Kyouiku kara Nigetai Watashi
Leticia Dorman, daughter of a duke, is less than thrilled to be engaged to a crown prince. Betrothed since childhood and trained to be queen, she always hoped Prince Clarke would fall for someone else one day. So when he shows up at a ball with another woman, Lettie excitedly retreats to the countryside to start her new life—only for Clarke to appear, determined to win her heart.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Tasokare Hotel
The "Tasokare Hotel" never sees afternoon, nor does it see night, but rather exists in a state of endless twilight.
This hotel exists in a limbo state, as a place that allows souls who have not yet decided if they are meant to pass on to the afterlife, or remain in the world of the living, to rest their wings. The protagonist, Neko Tsukahara, comes across this "Tasokare Hotel" with no memory of who she is or how she came to be there.
An employee leads the way and shows Neko to her room, explaining, "In these rooms, there should be items that are related to our guests' memories. These items can also serve as clues to help our guests remember who they were before they arrived here." As Neko searches for a way to return to this world and remember who she was, a certain incident confronts her...
(Source: "It’s Anime" YouTube Channel)
Grisaia: Phantom Trigger THE ANIMATION (TV)
Several years after The Fruit of Grisaia...
What was once "Mihama Academy," a sanctuary for young girls, has now been transformed into a SORD (Special Organization for Research & Development) training school dedicated to fostering talent for national defense. Rena and Maki specialize in firearms, Tohka and Gumi excel at sniping, Chris handles explosives and data processing, and Murasaki is a skilled ninja for intelligence operations. Together, they take on cases too complex for the police or Self-Defense Forces, repeatedly facing dangerous missions. This is the story of these young girls, painted in blood and gunpowder.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Momentary Lily
Robotic invaders wiped out all life, but Renge fights to survive using her powers. With no memories, she roams the city until she meets five other young women, each with unique abilities. Together, they make the most of their lives, cooking delicious meals between battles with mechanical monstrosities. As they uncover the secrets of their powers and pasts, they find strength in their friendship.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
FARMAGIA
In Felicidad, farmers known as the Farmagia raise monsters under the peaceful rule of the Magus Diluculum. After the Magus passes, a power struggle erupts among forces using monsters to seize control. In the town of Centvelt, Farmagia Ten and his friends band together against the despotic new ruler, Glaza. Ten, his friends, and their home-grown monsters must stay strong to defend their freedom.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Douse, Koishite Shimaunda.
It's July 1, 2020. Mizuha, a high school second-year, is having the worst seventeenth birthday ever. She's missing her chance to get close to the older student she admires, and her parents didn't even remember that it's her birthday. Worst of all, there's a new and unknown infectious disease making the rounds, so all her club tournaments and school trips have been canceled.
She's convinced that she'll never have the dazzling youth that she's always dreamed of... but then her childhood friend, Mizuki, suddenly declares himself a candidate to be her boyfriend.
This is a school youth story about four childhood friends who grew up like family, one being the heroine, Nishino Mizuha, and the four boys she grew up with whom she sees as family.
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Sorairo Utility (TV)
"At this rate, I'll just graduate as a plain background character A!"
Minami Aoba was troubled. She had no particular strengths or things she wanted to do. Is it okay for her high school life to end as such an ordinary supporting character!?
Leaving school behind, Minami searches for her own "special uniqueness." She stumbles upon the nearby golf practice range by chance. Approached by part-time worker Haruka Akane, Minami grasps the golf club—the "utility."
And thus, it was the encounter between Minami and golf.
Winning is not the only thing in golf! Everything related to golf is enjoyable!
Together with the genius golfer Haruka and Ayaka Hoshimi, who aspires to be an influencer, they seek the moment when they can become the "protagonist"! As a super beginner, Minami swings her club once again today.
(Source: AniList.co)
Baban Baban Ban Vampire
When 15-year-old Rihito falls in love, an ancient vampire who craves 18-year-old virgin blood must protect the teen's virginity at all costs.
(Source: Netflix)
BanG Dream! Ave Mujica
"Will you give me the rest of your life?"
After losing everything in a single night, Sakiko Togawa reaches out toward an even deeper abyss, one that will drag everyone around her down as well. Gathering the lives of girls burdened with their own troubles and desires, Sakiko raises the curtain on a perfect masquerade.
"Welcome to the world of Ave Mujica."
On a stage where sorrow, death, fear, love—even the solace of forgetting—are stripped away, will their masks be torn off and shatter into oblivion, or will they….
(Source: Bushiroad)
Sousei no Aquarion: Myth of Emotions
The Aquarion, a giant mechanized fighting suit, is humanity’s best weapon against interstellar threats. Human pilots trained and worked together to defeat Shadow Angels, invading Abductors, and kinetic energy monsters over thousands of years. Once again, humanity must turn to the Aquarion. With the fate of the Earth hanging in the balance, will the suit be enough to save mankind?
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Kimi to Idol Precure♪
The main character, Sakura Uta, is a second-year middle school student who loves to sing. One day, she meets the fairy Purirun that has come to search for the Legendary Protectors, Idol Precure! Purirun's hometown, KirakiLand has been plunged into total darkness by Darkine, the boss of the Chokkiri Gang.
Meanwhile, the sparkles of the townspeople are being stolen by the Chokkiri Gang... it's a huge pinch!
"I want to make it sparkle sparkly! Here is my song!" - With this determination, Uta transforms into the Legendary Protector, Cure Idol! She sings, dances, and gives fan service, making it sparkle no matter how pitch-black it is!
(Source: AniList.co)
UniteUp!: Uni:Birth
The second season of UniteUp!
PROTOSTAR’s journey continues as they face rivals and challenges, striving to shine in the competitive idol world.
(Source: Crunchyroll News)
Mahoutsukai Precure!! MIRAI DAYS
Mirai Asahina, a very curious 13-year-old girl with a love for mysterious things, met a young witch named Liko during spring break. Led by miracles and magic, Mirai and Liko both transformed into the Legendary Witch "Precures"! Working together with Mirai's treasured teddy bear Mofurun and Ha-chan, a fairy born from the "Linkle Smartbook", they tried to repel the chaos that was encroaching upon the "Magic World" and "Magicless World (Human World)". However, that involved the separation of everyone.
After being miraculously reunited a few years later, Mirai and the others begin to take steps towards their futures in their respective worlds. Mirai is a college student in the Magicless World. Liko, who returned to the Magic World, is a teacher at the Magic School. Mofurun, as always, is at Mirai's side. Ha-chan exists far away, watching over the world.
However, a new disaster threatening the Magic and Magicless worlds has appeared...
Due to signs of the coming disaster, Mirai and Liko reunite for the first time in months. While attempting to resist this mysterious enemy, they both come face to face with not only their past, but their future. With the magical words "Cure Up RaPaPa!", their exciting tale is once again set into motion!
(Source: Anime News Network, Crunchyroll, edited)
Kinnikuman: Kanpeki Chоujin Shiso-hen Season 2
Cardfight!! Vanguard: Divinez Deluxe-hen
The eight season of Cardfight!! Vanguard: will+Dress.
After the conclusion of the Destined Showdown, Akina and the other Vanguard fighters are enjoying their peaceful days when a missive arrives. It is an invitation to "DELUXE", the tournament to determine the strongest Vanguard fighter!
The third iteration of the tournament is packed with must-see matchups produced by AI Gui, featuring the miraculous return of Michiru Hazama, and the legendary strongest fighter of Mythisch, Kagetsu Yakumo.
And in the midst of this tournament, Akina is faced with a question posed to him by Nao's mentor Kagetsu: "What is your reason for playing Vanguard?"
What is the meaning behind this question? And how will Akina respond?
The quest for the pinnacle of DELUXE begins now!
(Source: cf-vanguard.com)
Mashin Souzouden Wataru
A new entry in the Mashin Eiyuuden Wataru series, in which the main character, fourth grader Wataru Hoshibe, appears as a RyuTuber aiming to become a superstar, and battles with his partner Ryuujinmaru in an alternate world of floating blocks to defeat the last boss “Enjoda”.
(Source: Oricon, translated)
TV Short
NEET Kunoichi to Nazeka Dousei Hajimemashita
In order to protect an ordinary businessman, Tsukasa Atsumi, from demons, a genius kunoichi, Shizuri Ideura, signs a master-servant contract with him on the condition that she stays with him. Despite her cool appearance of defeating demons, Shizuri is an otaku NEET who spends all her time playing video games. While Shizuri is spoiled by Tsukasa and leads a lazy cohabitation life, the quirky Kunoichi gather together... A romantic comedy about living together with a genius Kunoichi who is an otaku and a NEET!
(Source: HIDIVE)
0-saiji Start Dash Monogatari 2nd Season
Kankin Kuiki Level X 2nd Season
Minimini minini
The anime centers on the LINE FRIENDS "minini" non-verbal palm-sized characters surviving in the human world.
Choeganggongnyong Mini Teukgongdae
Haai! Myakumyaku desu
Myakumyaku is a mysterious creature born 3.5 billion years ago who wants to talk to someone about life and the future. And that's when he meets a lazy old man! Does the old man and Myakumyaku seem to get along? Or maybe not? A heartwarming comedy with conversations that will make you chuckle.
(Source: NHK, translated)
Movie
Project Sekai: Kowareta SEKAI to Utaenai MIKU
Set in modern day Shibuya, Ichika Hoshino, a high school girl and street musician, encounters an unknown version of Hatsune Miku after hearing a Miku song that she'd never heard before in a CD store. Ichika learns that this version of Miku is having trouble reaching people with her songs, so together they team up to try to touch the hearts of their audience through music.
(Source: Crunchyroll News, edited)
Senpai wa Otokonoko: Ame Nochi Hare
Versailles no Bara (Movie)
Hoping to unite their countries with an alliance, The Empress of Austria arranges her daughter, the delightful yet spoiled Marie Antoinette, to marry the crown prince of France, Louis XVI. Upon arriving in Versailles, the Austrian princess meets Oscar Francois de Jarjayes, Captain of the Royal Guards—a seemingly dashing young man—but to Antoinette's astonishment, he is in fact a woman!
The youngest daughter of a noble family with a prominent lack of a male heir, Oscar was raised as a boy to continue the family's military legacy. Suffocated by the rigid rules associated with her new position and longing for companionship, Antoinette immediately takes a liking to this intriguing young woman, and wastes no time befriending her. However, as the childish new queen foolishly abuses her power, Oscar is conflicted between maintaining her loyalty to the royal family and addressing the growing concern of poverty among the common people.
Recalling the events of the French Revolution, Versailles no Bara depicts the struggles of two women unjustly burdened by family expectations. Yet, despite being forced to deny their identities at the expense of personal happiness, they march on to become key players in the annals of history.
(Source: MAL Rewrite)
Mononoke: Hinezumi
The second movie in the Mononoke movie trilogy.
The Medicine Seller returns as the Edo harem faces a new crisis, with family feuds, inner turmoil and fiery envy igniting the birth of a raging spirit.
(Source: Netflix)
Nintama Rantarou: Dokutake Ninja Tai Saikyou no Gunshi
Rantaro, Kirimaru, and Shinbei are far from being excellent ninjas. Training at an elite ninjutsu academy in historical Japan, they are accompanied by their tongue-in-cheek friends, ninja masters, and idol senior ninja trainees. Rantaro and his ninja-in-training pals are called "nintama" — a combination of "ninja" and "tamago" ("egg"). The story of the film begins when Doi-sensei disappears after being challenged to a duel by Moroizumi Sonnamon, a tasogaredoki ninja. While Yamada-sensei and the 6th graders of the Ninjutsu Academy search for Doi-sensei, a man dressed in white suddenly appears at the Academy!
(Source: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre)
Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle Movie
"In a world where words mean power, they risk all that they stand for".
The final Division Rap Battle begins. 48 different patterns, 16 new songs and 7 possible endings.
This film will be Japan's first-ever interactive movie, where the audience's choices will change the development and outcome of each screening. The story unfolds differently based on the audience’s decisions, offering an entirely new participatory cinematic experience.
(Source: Hypnosis Mic Youtube Channel, edited)
Doraemon: Nobita no E Sekai Monogatari
Doraemon, Nobita, and friends enter a painting into a medieval European world. In the painting, they meet Claire and Milo, children from the country of Artoria. They also encounter a small demon with wings named Chai. Together, they face a powerful enemy for a legendary jewel.
(Source: Anime News Network)
Inazuma Eleven: Aratanaru Eiyuutachi no Joshou
Adaptation of the prologue of "Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road" video game.
The protagonist, Sasanami Unmei, transfers to Nagumohara Junior High School in Nagasaki in search of a soccer-free environment, wishing that soccer would disappear. Meanwhile, Endou Haru, who has demonstrated his natural talent and reigns at the top of his generation, also has complicated feelings about soccer. The unexpected encounter between these two opens the door to new heroes.
(Source: Official Website)
Inazuma Eleven: Soushuuhen - Densetsu no Kickoff
Compilation film of Inazuma Eleven; a recap of the original video game and the first 26 episodes of the series which focuses on the matches.
The Raimon Junior High soccer team, led by the protagonist Endou Mamoru, aims to win the national tournament, Football Frontier.
Thanks to the efforts of legendary striker Gouenji Shuya, who joins the team, they beat strong schools and make it through the regional qualifiers despite fierce battles. With their former rival, Teikoku Gakuen's genius game maker Kidou Arihito, now on board, Raimon Junior High School advances to the finals, but they are faced with the overwhelming strength of Zeus Junior High!
(Source: Official Website)
Gwangjang
Tall, blonde and blue-eyed, it is impossible not to notice Isak Borg, First Secretary to the Swedish Embassy in Pyongyang. As a diplomat, he is under constant surveillance and strongly discouraged from interacting with the locals. Despite this, he secretly dates Bok-joo, a local traffic officer, but when one last effort to extend his stay is rejected, Isak begs her to come back to Stockholm with him. Bok-joo turns this idea down and abruptly disappears. Oblivious to the danger he is putting the woman he loves in, Isak asks Myeong-jun, his assigned interpreter, for help. When Myeong-jun refuses, a desperate Isak becomes increasingly suspicious of everyone.
(Source: Tribeca Film)
REST
When immersed in the contours swelling and waning in the forest of needles, the mundane world drifts away, and we only live to breathe.
(Source: Yamamura Animation)
Futsuu no Seikatsu
Ordinary life repeats itself every day. The succession of moments that we repeat over and over again is never the same, and everything changes and wavers. The moment we touch something, our consciousness can go to a place that does not exist anywhere in the past, nor in the future. In an uncertain and fluctuating world, only the feeling of the body touching something, which exists only in this present reality, can be recognized as “now”. That moment is lovely.
(Source: YouTube description)
OVA
Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! 3 OVA
Announced during the Konosuba Radio public recording special: OVA episodes for the third season of Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo!
Episodes:
1) Redstream Explosion!
While Kazuma and his mates are having dinner at the guild, Luna, a receptionist, brings them a request. They need Megumin's explosion spell to face a typhoon approaching the city of Axel. Yunyun and Wiz also decide to participate, and the morale of the adventurers soars! On the day of the decisive battle, Kazuma sees the adventurers preparing for battle, and is surprised to find that they were all...
2) Nisemono Chuui! (Beware of imposters!)
One winter day. While Kazuma was enjoying a grilled skewer at a food stall in the town of Axel, an adventurer approached him. The man said he was looking for an adventurer named “Kazuma Satou." In exchange for dinner, Kazuma told them the legend of “Kazuma Satou,” which moved the man and his party of three female adventurers to tears...
(Source: Crunchyroll News, edited)
SK∞ OVA: Extra Part
Original video animation for SK∞ (Sk8 the Infinity)
Four slice-of-life omnibus stories.
- The Rain and a Cat, Soda Ice Cream from the Convenience Store One Sunday, Reki, Langa, and Miya head out to the skatepark as usual when a squall suddenly hits them. They head back to Reki’s place and start playing Karuta, a Japanese card game they find!?
- Becoming Really Serious About Things In the past, Sakurayashiki and Nanjo had spent their high school days in relative obscurity. These two always had butt heads and competed, but what lies ahead for them from all this competition?
- Morning Routine This story unravels the mystery surrounding Ainosuke and Kikuchi’s everyday life. It closes in on their secret moments, crossovers, and a moment beyond that draws closer.
- Hiromi, Do Your Best! Shadow is an anti-hero at night, but this is his three-part slice-of-life flash story highlighting his noble and kind personality as he works hard at a flower shop during the day.
(Source: Aniplex USA)
Boku no Hero Academia THE MOVIE: YOU'RE NEXT - A Piece of Cake
Animation included with the PLUS ULTRA version of the Boku no Hero Academia THE MOVIE: YOU'RE NEXT Blu-ray/DVD release. The OVA is an adaptation of the "A Piece of Cake" one-shot from the Vol. Next booklet that was given out during the movie's theatrical run.
ONA
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto Mini Anime 2nd Season
Chibi shorts to Kusuriya no Hitorigoto 2nd Season released on the TOHO animation YouTube channel.
Kairyuu to Yuubinyasan
Kimetsu no Yaiba x MLB Tokyo Series presented by Guggenheim
Major League Baseball enters the world of Demon Slayer for the Tokyo Series.
As MLB celebrates games in Japan, baseball has partnered to release a Demon Slayer short film that depicts the evolution of Japanese baseball through the continuous passing of the torch across generations.
(Source: MLB Official Facebook)
Sorairo Utility × BIRDIE WING: Golf Girls' Story Mini Anime
Ruri Dragon PV
A collaboration between Zutomayo and coalowl in commemoration of the publication of the manga's third volume.
Monpoké
Pikachu arrives on Monpoké Island. There, the iconic 'mon will meet Dedenne, Ludicolo and many others.
(Source: Crunchyroll, edited)
Let's Roll, Cinnamoroll!
A new stop motion animation featuring Cinnamoroll and his friends' daily lives in Shukuru Town.
Itsuka no Watashi yori
A short directed by loundraw. Made as a collaboration between Z-Kai Group, loundraw, and FLAT STUDIO.
Dokodemo Makibao
A spin-off of Midori no Makibao to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the series. It depicts "everyday races" such as "who can pick up the most trash at the beach" and "who can get to the basement of the department store first to get the food that is limited to just one person."
(Source: Anime News Network)
Nee Nee Anone
Chick tells Mouse, "I love you." Mouse tells Duck, "I love you." Duck tells Rabbit... What happens when Rabbit can't quite get the words out? Animals share their joy and affection with full-body expression in this picture book perfect for reading aloud and with plenty of opportunities for hugs.
(Source: Kodansha)
Akai Kitsune Midori no Tanuki Web CM: Hitori no Yoru to Akamidori
Web advertisements for Maruchan's Akai Kitsune & Midori no Tanuki brand instant noodles.
Episode 1: Ouchi Drama-hen (おうちドラマ編)
I feel relieved when the “dashi” tastes good.
A cold winter night. Alone at home, the drama reaches its climax.
Episode 2: Houkago Sensei-hen (放課後先生編)
I feel relieved when the “dashi” tastes good.
It is snowing in midwinter, after school at a certain school.
(Source: YouTube, translated)
Gavvtto Anime! Sweety Days: Okashi na Nichijou
Anime shorts based on the live-action series Kamen Rider Gavv released through Toei Tokusatsu Fanclub (TTFC).
Special
Neko ni Naritai Tamagawa-kun
For Tamagawa, volunteering at a cat café is the only relief from his stressful job. The manager tells him to, "relax and learn to be spoiled", but he doesn't know what that means until a new customer, Shindo Rai, comes to the café and tells Tamagawa he wants to keep him as a cat! Enter their strange, but fateful relationship. A pure-hearted and soothing romantic comedy.
(Kodansha, translated)
(Source: AniList.co)
ONE PIECE Original Episode/Luffy, Law
It is the Great Age of Pirates. This is an unknown event that took place after the battle of Wano Country.
(Source: YouTube, translated)
SFBC "Fake" Commercial Film
Series of short animations featuring Fate characters as protagonists of "Fake" Commercials.
1) Grand Life Agent (Miota Studio)
2) NFF Beauty (Folium/A-1 Pictures)
3) Doman TV Shop (Rouseact)
4) Kung Fu To Fu (Miota Studio)
5) Oh! e-yama Ghost I♥ Scream (A-1 Pictures)
(Source: AniList.co)
YouTuNya: Christmas Tokubetsu-hen
Nya and their owner are going to spend a fun Christmas together again this year. But Nya has forgotten something. Something that will leave Santa speechless and even the reindeer stunned...
Gorogura Gorogoro Gu ga Dekkai-hen
A TV commercial animated by coalowl for Nissin Cisco's Gorugura granola.
Music
Imprisoned XII
Music video directed by Mimei Aoume for the song Imprisoned XII by Ave Mujica.
Hikkyou
Sayonara End Roll
Music video animated by Marie Yasui for the song Sayonara End Roll by Eve.
Tententengoku Jigokugoku
Music video directed by Odyk for the song Tententengoku Jigokugoku by Aiobahn featuring Nanahira and Pmaru-sama.
HAVEN
Music video directed by Bakui for the song HAVEN by NILFRUITS, the song was originally created for the unit Vivid BAD SQUAD.for the game Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE!
Glow Embrace
Music video directed by Tokito Satou for the song Glow Embrace by Shirakami Fubuki.
Queens
Music video directed by Yuuki Ogawa for the original song Queens by the VTuber cast of the Virtual eSports Project (VSPO!).
Shade no Hokori wa Enchou
Music video for the song Shade no Hokori wa Enchou by ZUTOMAYO. The song was used as a theme song for the mystery drama Eye See.
Stargazer
Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle- FINAL
A final version of Hypnosis Mic -Division Rap Battle-, a commemorative song and MV featuring all seven divisions, celebrating the recent announcement of the movie and the franchise's seven year history.
ONA (Chinese)
Shiguang Dailiren: Yingdu Pian
To save the deceased Cheng Xiaoshi, Lu Guang returns to the beginning, retracing the path of destiny. However, a photo containing clues about Cheng Xiaoshi's parents appears in the "Time Photo Studio." To uncover the truth, Lu Guang nervously travels to Bridon with Cheng Xiaoshi. Friendly top model Xia Fei, the eccentric leader of Chinatown, Vein, and the mysteriously appearing Liu Xiao... Faced with people harboring different motives, can Lu Guang break the fated deadlock?
(Source: Crunchyroll)
Quanqiu Gao Wu
The 28-year-old Fang Ping was accidentally reborn in a parallel world in 2008, returning to his 18-year-old high school self. This is a world composed of a warrior system, where warriors have extremely high social status and rights. Due to the coincidence of fate with Emperor Zhan Tian in his previous life, a martial arts system was generated in Fang Ping's body after his rebirth.
He can convert rare props of any value into martial arts value by touching them, and improve a series of abilities such as bones, tendons, flesh, blood, and mental strength at a speed beyond ordinary people. Through the system's golden finger and his own mind, Fang Ping successfully entered Modu Wuke University for further studies, and in the years to come, he continued to complete his self-growth. Faced with unknown difficulties, he gradually realized the responsibilities that warriors need to bear and the mission of protecting family, friendship, and love.
(Source: Tencent, Google translated)
Yuanshen - Huanghun
Time flies straight like an arrow, winding like a road with no end.
No one could have known the profound solitude of journeying through the passage of time,
Or how time itself could wash away the meaning of their long odyssey.
Yet, if their will has never been broken and their steps have never once faltered...
At the journey's end, they will rediscover the very purpose that first set them on their way.
(Source: AniList.co)
Zui Qiang Shengji
Zhao Fang brought the game system to another world and found himself a useless young master with no martial arts skills, and only a maid by his side. Faced with difficulties, Zhao Fang felt that it was time to show himself. Zhao Fang, who has extensive game experience, successfully found the system BUG, worked hard to level up, went through hardships, entered countless secret realms, and completed various tasks arranged by the system.
(Source: Tencent, Google translated)
Yongheng Jian Zu
A generation of Sword Emperor, entered the cycle of reincarnation and was reborn, practiced the ancient methods, forged the flesh and earth, broke the shackles of the gods, and smashed the conspiracy to deceive the world.
Tianming Da Zhuzai
Since ancient times, Dahe Shenzhou has been a land where virtue and evil have been at odds. Numerous justice-related sects have banded together to combat the evil's twelve irresponsible sects. The justice Jinyi Sect's low-level supernatural power is Li Wannian, who possesses ordinary cultivation. He wants to live a life of peace and quiet, lying flat in the Jinyi Sect and receiving a salary.
He unexpectedly learned, however, that he possessed the eternal capacity to instantly resurrect at the point of life-or-death crisis while completing a task to deal with the transfer. More significantly, he can improve his cultivation after each resurrection by receiving incentives in the form of points based on his overall performance at the time of his beheading. To put it another way, Li Wannian has to make a valiant sacrifice, and in a way that inspires and motivates others if he hopes to advance his cultivation.
(Source: bilibili)
Douzhan Tianxia
The mysterious young man Dafeng rescued Li Huamei, who was seriously ill after being plotted against. Dafeng wanted to go to Kyoto to find his senior sister and happened to be on the same road with Li Huamei. On the way, Li Huamei was shocked to find that her senior sister was the Queen Qin Zhao, and the Queen repeatedly sent assassins to kill her. In order to find out the reason, Dafeng and Li Huamei entrusted their lives to each other and fought against the enemy together. Disputes arose in the rivers and lakes, and the court struggles became more intense. The two were unknowingly involved in a treacherous conspiracy, and Dafeng was the key to solving all the mysteries...
Junzi Wu Ji
The down-and-out fairy Yao Ji who traveled through time and space! The young Liu Ling who needed to see himself found the magic stone. The two reached a cooperation and found the concubines with special skills to teach them. Liu Ling successfully started his journey to the East Palace. As they spent time together day and night, he suddenly found that he had different feelings for Yao Ji...
Chang Ge Xing
Shortly after astrology predicts destruction to befall the Tang Dynasty, a coup d'état led by the crown prince Li's very own brother kills him and his wife and sons. Li's daughter, princess Yongning, manages to escape, but is soon declared dead alongside her family. Full of wrath, the princess swears to avenge them as she takes on the identity of a young man, Li Chang Ge, and moves to the Shou province to advance her goals.
Li Chang Ge uses her wits to gain the trust of the Shou emperor and swiftly climbs the military ranks as a brilliant strategist. Captivatingly drawn, Song of the Long March portrays the feisty girl's adolescent journey toward countless unknown adventures, faithful comradeship, as well as formidable enmity awaiting her along the way.
(Source: MAL Rewrite)
Fengwu Yao Chu
The Foodie Universe based on the Classic of Mountains and Seas will lead you into the world of the demon chef on a fantasy journey.
(Source: iqiyi, translated)
AOTU Shijie Reborn
The Creator of Aotu World is a reckless God who created a universe full of inequality, but also gave the people a chance to change their destiny- Just participate in the "Aotu Tournament" and utilize the "Special Abilities" granted by the system. Pass rounds of cruel tests and strive for the ultimate victory! Now, the tournament, which has been suspended for 100 years, has been reopened.
Our protagonist, King, decides to enter the tournament in order to change the fate of his planet, Dengru, and find his sister...
(Source: MAL)
Benghuai: Xingqiong Tiedao - The Her Ta De Mo Fa Chu Fang
At the edge of the universe beyond the limits for most to reach, a genius began to think...
"If 42 types of magic cannot make a piece of cake that makes one explode with joy from the smell alone and suffer a most unwilling smile..."
"Then, that proves that this is a scientific theory that has yet to be studied fully."
(Source: YouTube description)
Mao Xing Dongfang
The story unfolds through the eyes of cats, offering glimpses of intense battlefields, fleeting moments in history, heartfelt family bonds, and imaginative visions of the future. Rendered in a variety of styles, including ink painting, 2D animation, 3D visuals, and stop motion, it captures the essence of Eastern aesthetics. Ten surreal and enigmatic scrolls about cats are revealed, one by one, drawing the audience into their mysterious world.
Shi Wangzhe A?: Mudan Xiang You Dali Si
Xing Qia Meng Shao Nu 3: Xing Jie Chuanshuo
The third season of Xing Qia Meng Shao Nu.
Movie (Chinese)
Nezha: Zhi Mo Tong Nao Hai
After the heavenly lightning, although Ne Zha and Ao Bing survived by becoming Spirits, they would soon dissipate completely. Taiyi plans to rebuild Ne Zha and Ao Bing's mortal bodies with the Seven-colored Precious Lotus. However, during the process of reconstruction, numerous obstacles arise. What will become of the fate of Ne Zha and Ao Bing?
(Source: AMC)
Ran Bi Wa
This film is based on an ancient legend of the Qiang, an ethnic minority living in the mountainous regions of southwest China. It tells the story of a monkey who grows up among humans and follows the footsteps of his mother, Awubaji, to the Holy Mountain to uncover the secret of warmth. After undergoing many hardships and dangers, the monkey manages to get hold of a fire stone.
His fur burns off and he finally turns into a human being. The film is rendered in the style of traditional Chinese ink painting and poetically envisions life in a prehistoric society. The story of the fire thief addresses timeless themes, such as growth and companionship, which are still important today. With Ran Bi Wa, the legendary Shanghai Animation Film Studio, birthplace of many iconic Chinese animations, is celebrating a triumphant return.
(Source: Berlinale)
