[2026] Recommended Anime! A list of the latest hits and all-time classics

Introducing recommended anime works by genre! We’ve compiled a list of notable works to be broadcast in 2025, as well as classic works, along with highlights and plot summaries. Be sure to check out the works that interest you!

High School! Kimengumi(High School! Kimengummi)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	From January 2026
cast	一堂 零：関 智一 冷越 豪：武内駿輔 出瀬 潔：松岡禎丞 大間 仁：小林千晃 物星 大：戸谷菊之介 河川 唯：白石晴香 宇留千絵：長谷川育美 etc

‘High School! Kimengumi’ is a school gag manga by Motoki Shinzawa that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump.

The legendary gag manga, which gained popularity in the 1980s, is making a comeback as a new anime after about 40 years.

“High School! Kimengumi” is a school comedy manga by Shinzawa Motoei that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump.

This legendary comedy manga, which gained popularity in the 1980s, is being revived as a new anime after nearly 40 years.

Kawakawa Yui is a transfer student who encounters the Kimengumi, a group of five people: Ichidou Rei, Reikoshi Go, Idese Kiyoshi, Oma Jin, and Monohoshi Dai.

Set in a high school, the outrageous daily lives of the Kimengumi and other unique characters begin.

・A gag work representative of Jump in the 1980s
・A classic gag manga re-animated after nearly 40 years

Medalist (2nd term)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1: 13 episodes 2nd period: TBA
cast	結束いのり：春瀬なつみ 明浦路 司： 大塚剛央 etc

“Medalist” tells the story of a former ice dancer who has experienced setbacks and a girl with hidden skating talent who team up to reach the pinnacle of the figure skating world.

The series is popular for its realistic portrayal of the sport and moving drama centered on the bond between master and student.

The anime series began airing in January 2025.

The second season began airing in 2026.

Akeuraji Tsukasa, a former ice dancer who retired before he could achieve his dream, meets Yuizuka Inori, a talented girl, at a local skating rink.

Though Tsukasa has no coaching experience, he is moved by Inori’s passion and becomes her coach, and the two of them embark on a journey into the world of figure skating.

As they overcome the rigorous training and pressure of competitions, the two support each other and grow together.

・serious drama about figure skating

・The bond between a coach recovering from setbacks and a girl pursuing her dreams

・The animation and direction of the competition scenes are stunning

Vigilante -My Hero Academia ILLEGALS (Season 2)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:From April 2025 Season 2:From January 2026
cast	灰廻航一：梅田修一朗 ポップ☆ステップ：長谷川育美 ナックルダスター：間宮康弘 キャプテン・セレブリティ：森川智之 etc

“Vigilante – My Hero Academia ILLEGALS” is an official spin-off set in the world of the main “My Hero Academia” series, depicting the exploits of a group of unlicensed vigilantes (vigilantes).

Its appeal lies in its realistic exploration of urban incidents that regular heroes are unable to save, as well as the contradictions and darkness of hero society!

It also depicts the pasts and unknown sides of characters from the main series, making it recommended for not only My Hero Academia fans, but also those who like dark hero stories and human dramas.

The story is set in a superhuman society where approximately 80% of the world’s population possess supernatural abilities known as “Quirks.”

“Heroes” are state-sanctioned professionals who protect people from accidents, disasters, and the threat of “villains” who abuse their Quirks.

However, there are also “illegal heroes” (vigilantes), who have no official qualifications or position and live outside the law, but act according to their own beliefs.

This story depicts an alternative hero society from the perspective of those who are not official heroes.

・An official My Hero Academia spinoff
・A story depicting the daily lives and activities of illegal heroes

Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku (2nd season)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:April 2023 – July 2023 Season 2:From January 2026
cast	画眉丸：小林千晃 山田浅ェ門佐切：花守ゆみり 亜左弔兵衛：木村良平 山田浅ェ門桐馬：小野賢章 杠：高橋李依 etc

“Hell’s Paradise” is a dark fantasy set in the late Edo period.

The series gained popularity on “Shonen Jump+” and has since become so popular that the series has sold over 6.4 million copies in total.

Following the first season which aired in 2023, the second season aired three years later in 2026.

Gamimaru, formerly Ishigakure’s strongest ninja, is now a deserter and sentenced to death.

He is told that he will be acquitted if he brings back an elixir of immortality from an island rumored to be paradise.

In order to be reunited with his beloved wife, Gamimaru heads to the island where the elixir is said to be found, accompanied by executioner Yamada Asaemon Sagiri.

There he finds other death row prisoners with the same goal, as well as unknown creatures, eerie stone statues, and immortals who rule the island.

On the island shrouded in mysteries, will Gamimaru be able to find the elixir and return alive?

・dark fantasy set in the late Edo period.
・full-scale battle between humans and celestial immortals over an elixir.

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:September 2023 – March 2024 Season 2:From January 2026
cast	フリーレン：種﨑敦美 ヒンメル：岡本信彦 ハイター：東地宏樹 アイゼン：上田燿司 フェルン：市ノ瀬加那 シュタルク：小林千晃 etc

This unique fantasy depicts the aftermath of a group of heroes defeating the Demon King.

The story, which sets it apart from traditional adventure tales, has generated a great deal of buzz.

The story follows the long-lived elf magician Freiren as she begins a new journey while coming to terms with the time difference between her and her human companions and coming to terms with the days gone by.

Not only did it feature intense battles and adventures, but its deep themes, focusing on life, death, and the bonds between companions, have touched the hearts of many viewers.

The first season is so well-made that it is being described among anime fans as “one of the greatest masterpieces of the 2020s.”

The hero Himmel and his companions defeat the Demon King, and peace returns to the world.

But for the long-lived elf Freiren, this journey is merely a moment in her life…

After learning about the finite nature of human time through the deaths of her companions, Freiren sets out on a journey with the magician Fern and the warrior Stark to once again understand the human heart.

・A new fantasy set after the defeat of the Demon King
・A heartbreaking contrast between the long-lived elves and humans
・Deep themes that touch on views of life and death

Jujutsu Kaisen (Season 3)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1: October 2020 – March 2021 Season 2: July – December 2023 Season 3 (Part 1): January 2026 onwards
cast	虎杖悠仁 – 榎木淳弥 伏黒恵 – 内田雄馬 釘崎野薔薇 – 瀬戸麻沙美 五条悟 – 中村悠一 etc

This dark fantasy depicts the supernatural phenomena born from negative emotions and the battle between sorcerers who stand up to them.

Its powerful battle scenes, detailed settings, and dramatic interpersonal relationships between characters have made it immensely popular, especially among younger generations.

The first season of the anime aired in 2020, and the film “Jujutsu Kaisen 0 the Movie” (released in 2021) was also a huge hit.

The second season, “Kaitama/Tamaori/Shibuya Incident” (broadcast in 2023), further expanded the series’ popularity.

The third season, “Death Return” (broadcast), is generating even more excitement.

The protagonist is Itadori Yuji, a high school student with extraordinary physical abilities.

One day, he accidentally picks up a “special grade cursed object” at school, and becomes embroiled in a fierce battle with cursed spirits.

・A unique worldview themed around curses
・Fast-paced battle action
・Charming characters including Itadori, Gojo, and Sukuna

Oshi no Ko（3rd period）

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:April to June 2023 Season 2:July to October 2024 Season 3:From 2026
cast	アクア（アクアマリン・星野）：大塚剛央 ルビー（瑠美衣・星野）：伊駒ゆりえ 星野アイ：高橋李依 etc

“Oshi no Ko” attracted attention for its innovative storyline that combines idols, reincarnation, and suspense in the world of showbiz.

When the first season of the anime aired in 2023, the theme song “Idol” by YOASOBI became a social phenomenon, instantly raising the series’ popularity.

The second season aired in 2024, and the third season aired in 2026.

One day, Amemiya Goro, a rural obstetrician-gynecologist, is reincarnated as the child of Hoshino Ai, the idol he once supported.

Reborn as twin siblings Aqua and Ruby, the two are tossed about by the light and darkness of the entertainment world, each with their own dreams and desire for revenge, and embark on their own journey.

The story unfolds with suspense as the truth behind Ai’s death unravels, and an ensemble drama depicts the reality of the entertainment industry.

・A realistic portrayal of the behind-the-scenes entertainment world, featuring idols,
　actors, and more

・A fusion of reincarnation, suspense, and coming-of-age drama

・The first season’s theme song, “Idol,” was a global hit

Record of Ragnarok (Season 3)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:From October 2021 Season 2:From January 2023 Season 3:From December 2025
cast	始皇帝：石川界人 ハデス：置鮎龍太郎 ニコラ・テスラ：古川慎 ベルゼブブ：浪川大輔 レオニダス王：白熊寛嗣 etc

“Record of Ragnarok” is a popular manga that has been serialized in “Monthly Comic Zenon” since November 2017.

It is a hugely popular manga with a total circulation of over 18 million copies.

A number of warriors and great figures representing gods and humanity face off in a one-on-one battle.

The story depicts a crucial battle that will determine the fate of humanity.

The anime is available exclusively on Netflix.

At the Humanity Survival Conference, held once every millennium, a unanimous decision is made to declare the end of humanity due to the foolish actions committed by mankind. Just before this, a proposal is made for Ragnarok, the final battle between gods and humanity.

A one-on-one battle between a representative of the world’s gods and a representative of humanity takes place, with the first to win seven games out of 13 victories the competition.

Can humanity really defeat the gods and avert the end of the world?!

・A one-on-one battle between gods and humans
・Historical figures and mythological gods face off

Golden Kamuy (3rd season)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:From April 2018 Season 2:From October 2018 Season 3:From October 2020 Season 4:From April 2023 Season 5:From January 2026(final chapter)
cast	杉元佐一：小林親弘 アシリパ：白石晴香 白石由竹：伊藤健太郎 鶴見中尉：大塚芳忠 土方歳三：中田譲治 etc

Set in Hokkaido and Sakhalin at the end of the Meiji period, “Golden Kamuy” depicts the fierce struggle for survival surrounding the Ainu gold nuggets.

Sugimoto Saichi, also known as “Immortal Sugimoto,” pursues clues to the vast amount of buried treasure stolen from the Ainu.

The anime adaptation, which began airing in 2018, reached its final chapter with the fifth season airing in 2026.

This is a highly anticipated series that is building up to its climax.

Sugimoto Saichi was a hero of the Russo-Japanese War who was known as “Invincible Sugimoto.”

After being discharged from the military, he spent his days panning for gold in Hokkaido in hopes of making a fortune, when he heard a tale of buried treasure that had been stolen from the Ainu people.

Together with an Ainu girl named Asirpa, he sets out on a journey to find the treasure.

A survival story about a vast amount of buried Ainu gold.

Set in Hokkaido at the end of the Meiji era, you face off against various forces.

Dandadan (2nd season)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:From October 2024 Season 2:From July 2025
cast	モモ（綾瀬 桃）：若山詩音 オカルン（高倉 健）：花江夏樹 星子：水樹奈々 アイラ（白鳥愛羅）：佐倉綾音 etc

“Dandadan” is a hugely popular manga by Tatsu Yukinobu, which has been serialized in “Shonen Jump+” since 2021.

As “paranormal entertainment” that combines battle, romantic comedy, and the occult, it has attracted attention for its innovative setting and stunning artwork quality, becoming a huge hit with a total circulation of over 10 million copies.

An anime adaptation will begin airing in 2024, with a second season scheduled to begin airing in 2025.

It is a work that is expected to become even more popular in the future.

The story begins when Ayase Momo (Momo), a high school girl who believes in ghosts, and Takakura Ken (nicknamed Okarun), a boy obsessed with the occult and who believes in aliens, visit a haunted spot and a UFO spot.

The two are faced with the shocking truth that ghosts and aliens really exist.

Then, an unpredictable battle and coming-of-age drama unfolds, involving monsters and psychic powers.

・The original manga has sold over 10 million copies.
・A battle, romantic comedy, and occult paranormal entertainment experience.
・Attracting attention for its innovative setting and stunning artwork quality.

HUNTER×HUNTER

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	1999 Edition: October 1999 – March 2001 OVA (Season 1-3): Released 2002-2004 2011 Edition: October 2011 – September 2014
cast	1999年版／OVA ゴン＝フリークス：竹内順子 キルア＝ゾルディック：三橋加奈子 レオリオ：郷田ほづみ クラピカ：甲斐田ゆき ほか 2011年版 ゴン＝フリークス：潘めぐみ キルア＝ゾルディック：伊瀬茉莉也 レオリオ：藤原啓治 クラピカ：沢城みゆき etc

“HUNTER×HUNTER” has enjoyed long-standing popularity thanks to its epic worldview, detailed Nen system, and unpredictable storyline.

The anime has been produced twice: in 1999 (62 episodes + 30 OVA) and 2011 (148 episodes), each expressing the original work with a different atmosphere and direction.

The 1999 version + OVA covers up to the “Greed Island Arc,” and is characterized by a dark, eerie atmosphere throughout.

The 2011 version covers almost all of the original work’s feature-length episodes, and also includes the “Chimera Ant Arc” and “Election Arc,” which were not covered in the 1999 version + OVA.

Gon Freecss is a young boy who aspires to become a Hunter in search of his father.

Together with his friends he meets during the Hunter Exam – the calm and collected Kurapika, the bold Leorio, and Killua, a boy his age who comes from an assassin family – Gon Freecss faces harsh challenges and battles numerous foes.

The story follows the characters as they deepen their friendships and bonds during their journey, and grow as they pursue their own goals.

・A unique power called “Nen”

・A grand, detailed worldview with unpredictable plot developments

・The fascinating psychological battles, tactics, and portrayal of emotions are also
　appealing

Demon slayer

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Tanjiro Kamado’s Determination Arc: April–September 2019 Infinity Train Arc: October–November 2021 Entertainment District Arc: December 2021–February 2022 Swordsmith Village Arc: April–June 2023 Hashira Training Arc: May–June 2024
cast	竈門炭治郎：花江夏樹 竈門禰豆子：鬼頭明里 etc

Set in the Taisho era, “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” tells the story of a boy whose family is killed by demons, who becomes a demon slayer and fights to turn his demon-transformed sister back into a human.

The unique premise, powerful action, and heart-wrenching human drama have captivated many viewers, making the series a social phenomenon.

The first season of the anime aired in 2019, with the “Hashira Training Arc” airing by 2024.

The “Infinity Castle Arc,” a sequel to the “Hashira Training Arc,” was released in three parts in 2025 and has become a huge hit.

Tanjiro Kamado, a young charcoal burner, loses his family to demons and his only surviving sister, Nezuko, is also turned into a demon.

In search of a way to turn his sister back into a human, Tanjiro joins the Demon Slayer Corps and, together with his friends, engages in deadly battles against various demons.

・The bond between siblings and the friendship between friends
・Pay attention to the demons’ sad pasts and backgrounds
・Both the film and TV anime series are global hits

Attack on Titan

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:April–September 2013 Season 2:April–June 2017 Season 3 Part 1: July–October 2018 Season 4 Part 2: April–July 2019 Season 5 Part 1: December 2020–March 2021 Season 6 Part 2: January–April 2022 Season 7 Final Chapter (Part 1): March 2023 Season 8 Final Chapter (Part 2): November 2023
cast	エレン・イェーガー：梶裕貴 ミカサ・アッカーマン：石川由依 アルミン・アルレルト：井上麻里奈 etc

“Attack on Titan” is a popular manga that has become a social hit.

A dark fantasy depicting the relationship between Titans and humans, the work generated much buzz from its serialization beginning in 2009 until its conclusion in 2021.

The series has sold over 100 million copies worldwide, and has received high praise both in Japan and overseas.

The remarkable story is filled with numerous plot twists and a profound human drama.

One of the highlights is the action scenes using the “3D Maneuver Gear” that allows the characters to fly through the sky using wires and face off against Titans.

Set in a world where humanity lives within giant “walls” to escape the threat of Titans, this story depicts the struggle of a young boy named Eren Yeager in his quest for freedom and the truth of the world.

When the “Colossal Titan” suddenly appears and destroys the walls, Eren’s daily life is upended, and he decides to join the Scout Corps in order to exterminate the Titans.

・Meticulously laid out plot twists
・Superbly animated action using the 3D Maneuver Gear
・A profound human drama

My Hero Academia

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:April to June 2016 Season 2:April to September 2017 Season 3:April to September 2018 Season 4:October 2019 to April 2020 Season 5:March to September 2021 Season 6:October 2022 to March 2023 Season 7:April to October 2024 Season 8:October to December 2025
cast	緑谷出久（デク）：山下大輝 オールマイト：三宅健太 爆豪勝己：岡本信彦 麗日お茶子：佐倉綾音 etc

This is a classic hero story about a Quirkless boy who grows up to become a hero in a world where 80% of the population possess special abilities known as “Quirks.”

In addition to intense battle action, the series depicts friendship, hard work, and the clash between good and evil.

The first season of the anime aired in 2016, and the series has since grown into a long-running hit.

Several theatrical adaptations have been released, and the series has received high praise overseas.

The eighth season aired in 2025.

Born without a quirk, Izuku Midoriya (Deku) is a boy who meets his idol, the hero All Might, and ends up inheriting his powers.

After enrolling in U.A. High School, a prestigious school that trains heroes, Deku and his friends grow through rigorous training and deadly battles with villains.

・Diverse and intense battle action
・A classic story depicting the friendship and growth of Deku and his friends
・A clash of justice and ideology

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Parts 1 and 2 of the original manga JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: October 2012 – April 2013 Part 3 of the original manga Stardust Crusaders: April – September 2014, January – June 2015 Part 4 of the original manga Diamond is Unbreakable: April – December 2016 Part 5 of the original manga Golden Wind: October 2018 – July 2019 Part 6 of the original manga Stone Ocean: January – March 2022, October – December 2022, January – April 2023
cast	ジョナサン・ジョースター：興津和幸 ディオ・ブランドー：子安武人 ジョセフ・ジョースター：杉田智和 空条承太郎：小野大輔 ジョルノ・ジョバァーナ：小野賢章 空条徐倫：ファイルーズあい etc

“JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” tells the story of epic battles and destiny as generations of “JoJos” – descendants of the Joestar family – become embroiled in the strange supernatural powers known as “Stands.”

The series has been adapted into a film since 2012, and has been highly praised for its animation and direction, continuing to captivate many fans.

In 2025, it was announced that an anime adaptation of “Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” (Part 7 of the original manga) would be produced.

The series is an anthology format, with each part featuring a different protagonist and historical setting.

In Part 1, Jonathan Joestar confronts the fate guided by the Stone Mask, while in Part 2, his grandson Joseph fights using his Ripple abilities.

From Part 3 onwards, the focus shifts to battles using psychic powers known as “Stands,” and each part depicts the drama of new enemies and allies.

・The epic story of the Joestar family, with a different protagonist in each installment
・Fight scenes featuring Stand abilities
・High-quality visuals throughout the series

One Punch Man

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1: October to December 2015 Season 2: April to July 2019 Season 3: From October 2025
cast	サイタマ：古川慎 ジェノス：石川界人 音速のソニック：梶裕貴 戦慄のタツマキ：悠木碧 シルバーファング：山路和弘 ガロウ：緑川光 etc

One-Punch Man is a series that combines comedy and battle in a unique style, depicting the exploits of the overwhelmingly powerful protagonist Saitama, who can defeat any foe with a single punch.

The first season of the anime was produced by Madhouse in 2015, and quickly became a global hit due to the high quality of its animation.

Season 2 aired in 2019, with season 3 scheduled for October 2025.

The exhilarating feeling of defeating any foe, no matter how powerful, with a single punch.

The strongest hero will wipe out the powerful enemies that assail Earth.

Saitama, a young man who took up being a hero as a hobby, gains unparalleled powers that allow him to defeat any foe with a single blow.

But his powers don’t give him a sense of accomplishment, and he spends his days feeling bored.

Then he meets his apprentice, Genos, and his fellow members of the Hero Association, and as they battle monsters and powerful foes, he becomes embroiled in a war that will shake the world.

・An “overpowered” protagonist
・The exhilarating feeling of a one-hit kill
・The stunning artistic talent of illustrator Yusuke Murata

WIND BREAKER(2nd season)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1: April to June 2024 Season 2:April to June 2025
cast	桜 遥：内田雄馬 楡井秋彦：千葉翔也 杉下京太郎：内山昂輝 蘇枋隼飛：島﨑信長 etc

“WIND BREAKER” is an anime based on the popular manga by Nii Satoru, which has been serialized in Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket since 2021.

The story revolves around battles between delinquents, depicting a group of delinquents who are driven by the belief that they must “protect their town.” Its appeal lies in its blend of passion and humanity.

The series has garnered attention for its powerful action scenes and classic plot that depicts the bonds and growth of friends.

The first season of the anime aired in April 2024, with the second season following in 2025.

The anime has been well-received by fans of the original manga for its high quality in both animation and direction, and its popularity is growing, especially among younger generations.

Sakura Haruka transfers to Furin High School, a school with the lowest average student scores but famous for its fighting prowess.

Boasting incredible physical strength, he initially only travels to test his own abilities, but when he learns of the existence of Boufurin, a group of delinquents fighting to protect the city, he becomes a member and takes on numerous conflicts alongside his friends.

・Thrilling action-packed battles between delinquents
・A passionate human drama depicting the bonds and growth of friends
・A new type of delinquent with a strong desire to “protect the city”

Sakamoto Days (1st and 2nd seasons)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:January to March 2025 Season 2:July to September 2025
cast	坂本太郎：杉田智和 蘇枋隼飛：島﨑信長 陸 少糖：佐倉綾音 etc

This captivating story is a perfect blend of battle and comedy, as it tells the story of a legendary assassin, once feared as the strongest, who retires to live a peaceful life with his family before once again becoming embroiled in a crime.

With its detailed action scenes and well-paced comedy, the series is rapidly gaining fans both in Japan and abroad.

The anime series began airing in January 2025, with the second season airing in July of the same year.

The series faithfully and powerfully depicts popular episodes from the original work, and has been garnering attention since its broadcast began.

Taro Sakamoto is a former hitman with legendary skills.

He’s retired from the assassin world and now lives a peaceful life with his family at a local shop.

However, a reunion with old friends and former enemies leads him back into a dangerous world.

In order to protect his family and maintain his peaceful daily life, Sakamoto uses his natural fighting ability and quick wits to face numerous foes.

・A thrilling action comedy starring a powerful former assassin
・Over 15 million copies sold worldwide
・Charming portrayal of unique characters and interpersonal relationships

Kaiju No. 8 (2nd season)

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:April to June 2024 Season 2:July to September 2025
cast	日比野カフカ：福西勝也 市川レノ：加藤 渉 亜白ミナ：瀬戸麻沙美 etc

Set in Japan, where monsters appear on a daily basis, “Kaiju No. 8” attracted attention for its innovative premise and powerful battle scenes, in which the protagonist, who once aspires to become a monster extermination squad member, ends up gaining the powers of a monster.

It combines classic passion, heroic developments, and human drama, attracting many fans.

The anime began airing in April 2024, beautifully recreating the dynamic battle scenes and profound worldview.

It received high praise both domestically and internationally, and a second season was broadcast in 2025.

The original manga came to an end in July 2025.

Hibino Kafka aspired to become a member of the defense force, but gave up on his dream and started working in a monster cleaning business.

One day, after coming into contact with a mysterious small monster, he gains the ability to transform into a giant monster.

Even though he is targeted for extermination as “Monster No. 8,” he joins the defense force and takes on the battle between humanity, monsters, and himself.

・A monster film that can be enjoyed from an adult perspective
・Fantastic battles and a profound worldview
・A passionate human drama depicting the bonds between friends and rekindling dreams

Toradora!

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	October 2008 – March 2009
cast	高須竜児：間島淳司 逢坂大河：釘宮理恵 櫛枝実乃梨：堀江由衣 川嶋亜美：喜多村英梨 北村祐作：野島裕史 etc

“Toradora!” is a romantic comedy set in a school, and is a coming-of-age story about a boy with a mean face but a kind heart and a girl who is petite and cute but has a fierce temper.

The two, each with their own troubles, open up to each other in a clumsy way, in a love story that depicts the youthful innocence and purity that only teenagers can have.

Takasu Ryuji, a high school student who is often misunderstood because of his evil eyes, one day meets Aisaka Taiga, a classmate feared as the “palm-sized tiger.”

What began as a cooperative relationship supporting each other’s love soon develops into an irreplaceable bond…

This is a romantic comedy that realistically depicts friendship, love, and the struggles of youth.

・school romantic comedy that mixes slapstick and heartbreak
・A classic tsundere heroine
・detailed portrayal of the awkwardness and frustration of youth

Your Lie in April

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	October 2014 – March 2015
cast	有馬公生：花江夏樹 宮園かをり：種田梨沙 澤部椿：佐倉綾音 渡亮太：逢坂良太 etc

“Your Lie in April” is a coming-of-age story with a music theme.

It is a moving story that combines romantic elements with human drama, and continues to be loved by fans today.

A live-action film was also released in 2016.

Kousei Arima was once hailed as a genius pianist, but after his mother’s death he lost his ability to hear music.

When he meets Miyazono Kaori, a free-spirited violinist, his stopped time begins to move again.

This is a poignant yet beautiful story about music, love, and the fleeting nature of youth.

・Authentic musical depictions
・A heartbreaking coming-of-age love story
・A masterpiece that always ranks among the most tear-jerking anime

The Quintessential Quintuplets

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:January to March 2019 Season 2:January to March 2021
cast	上杉風太郎：松岡禎丞 中野一花：花澤香菜 中野二乃：竹達彩奈 中野三玖：伊藤美来 中野四葉：佐倉綾音 中野五月：水瀬いのり etc

“The Quintessential Quintuplets” gained popularity with a story that made the most of the charms of each of its five heroines, and both the anime and movie were huge hits.

A high school boy living a poor life becomes a tutor to quintuplets, the most beautiful girls in his grade, and he develops bonds with each of them.

Who will he end up with in the end?…

The anime aired in two seasons, and concluded with a movie sequel to the TV series.

Uesugi Fuutarou, a high school boy boasting top grades in his grade, takes on a high-paying job as a private tutor to pay off his debts.

However, his students are his classmates, a beautiful set of quintuplet sisters: Ichika, Nino, Miku, Yotsuba, and Itsuki.

As Fuutarou struggles to deal with these girls, who all hate studying and have very different personalities, the story eventually unfolds, and the relationship between him and his “future bride” is revealed.

・Each of the quintuplets is a heroine.
・A thrilling story where you don’t know who the bride will be until the very end.
・Well-rounded story that concludes with a movie.

Deliver to You

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:October 2009 to March 2010 Season 2:January to March 2011 Season 3:August 2024
cast	黒沼爽子：能登麻美子 風早翔太：浪川大輔 矢野あやね：沢城みゆき 吉田千鶴：三瓶由布子 真田龍：中村悠一 胡桃沢梅：平野綾 etc

“Kimi ni Todoke” is a coming-of-age love story that depicts friendship and growth in high school life, centering around the romance between an innocent and shy heroine and a refreshingly popular male student.

With its vivid portrayal of emotions and heartwarming plot, it has been loved by many viewers and has become one of the most representative anime adaptations of shojo manga.

Along with the anime adaptation, a live-action film was made in 2010.

Furthermore, the long-awaited third season was released exclusively on Netflix in 2024, generating a lot of buzz.

Kuronuma Sawako, nicknamed “Sadako” because of her gloomy appearance, is misunderstood by those around her and leads an isolated high school life.

However, after being approached by Kazehaya Shota, a popular boy in her class, she gradually makes friends and her world begins to change for the brighter.

This is a delicate portrayal of Sawako’s youth, torn between friendship and love.

・Coming-of-age story about the growth and romance of a shy girl
・pure and straightforward love story between Sawako and Kazehaya
・An engaging story of friendship between friends

The dangerous guy in my heart

Work name	Summary
The start of the anime	Season 1:April 2023 – June 2023 Season 2:January 2024 – March 2024
cast	市川京太郎：堀江瞬 山田杏奈：羊宮妃那 小林ちひろ：朝井彩加 関根萌子：豊崎愛生 足立翔：岡本信彦 南条ハルヤ：島埼信長 etc

“My Dangerous Wife” is a teen romantic comedy that depicts the awkwardness and purity of adolescence, and has become popular for its exquisite combination of comedic elements and heart-wrenching emotional developments.

It’s a bittersweet coming-of-age love story where awkward yet honest feelings intersect.

Ichikawa Kyotaro, a second-year junior high school student, is a boy with low self-esteem and a tendency to be delusional.

While he admires Yamada Anna, a beautiful girl who is the center of his class, he keeps his distance from her.

However, a chance encounter brings him into contact with Anna, and little by little, their relationship begins to change…

・The inner conflicts and sparkle of love that are unique to adolescence
・The awkward yet pure relationship between Kyotaro and Anna
・The perfect balance of comedy and heart-pounding elements

Kaguya-sama: Love is War – The Geniuses’ War of Love and Brains（Second Season）

Work name	Summary
Number of anime episodes	Season 1:January to March 2019 Season 2:April to June 2020 Season 3:April to June 2022 Season 4:December 2025
cast	四宮かぐや：古賀葵 白銀御行：古川慎 藤原千花：小原好美 石上優：鈴木崚汰 伊井野ミコ：富田美憂 etc

Based on the concept that “whoever falls in love loses,” this is a new type of intellectual romantic comedy starring the student council’s smartest members.

The two are proud and unable to be honest with each other, so instead of confessing themselves, they only think about how to get the other person to confess…

Since the first season aired in 2019, the series has grown in popularity with each new installment, leading to the production of a live-action movie.

Kaguya Shinomiya, vice president of the student council, and Miyuki Shirogane, president of the student council, are at the prestigious Shuchiin Academy.

While they have feelings for each other, they believe that confessing first would be a defeat, and so they engage in a battle of wits with their pride and stubbornness on the line.

With the addition of unique friends such as the devilish Chika Fujiwara and the shady Yu Ishigami, a tumultuous yet bittersweet story unfolds that blends everyday life and romance.

・Psychological love battle in which the one who falls in love loses.
・A battle of wits that keeps falling apart.
・Charming supporting characters.