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Shigeo Kageyama, an eighth-grader known as Mob, discovered his immense psychic abilities early in life. Recognizing the inherent dangers of such power, he chose to suppress it, using his talents solely to woo Tsubomi, a girl he has long admired, though her interest quickly fades. Seeking guidance, Mob joins the agency of Arataka Reigen, a fraudulent psychic who manipulates Mob’s powers for small profits. This arrangement turns the exorcism of spirits into a routine part of his dull existence. Yet, the energy Mob releases is merely the surface; if his overwhelming emotions and latent potential go unchecked, they will trigger a catastrophic explosion that will transform him beyond recognition. The countdown to this explosion continues relentlessly, and halting it seems impossible.

Kazuma Satou, a high school student and shut-in, meets a ridiculous end on his way home from purchasing a new video game. He awakens before Aqua, a stunning yet incredibly annoying goddess, who offers him a choice: move on to the afterlife or be reincarnated into the ultimate fantasy realm. Opting for a fresh start, Kazuma is immediately assigned the mission to defeat the menacing Demon King. Before departing, he may select one item to accompany him, and he foolishly chooses Aqua herself. However, this proves to be a catastrophic error, as she is utterly incompetent. The pair soon discovers that reality in this world is nothing like the video games they know. Rather than embarking on an epic journey, they are forced to scrape together enough money to survive, marking the beginning of their endless string of misfortunes.

After their summer break, the students of Kunugigaoka Middle School's Class 3-E return to find themselves confronting overwhelming challenges. With the threat of global destruction looming, they must devise increasingly intricate and creative methods to assassinate their teacher, the shrewd yet upbeat and supportive Koro-sensei. Yet, eliminating Koro-sensei isn't their sole concern. Gakuhou Asano, the school's ruthless and cruel principal, is determined to thwart Class 3-E's progress by conditioning his other diligent students into fiercely competitive study machines. Tension mounts as traitors and assassins alike compete to claim the bounty on Koro-sensei's head. Nagisa Shiota, one of Class 3-E's most proficient assassins, finds himself caught in the crossfire. As he strives to keep up his academic performance and avert the apocalypse, personal issues threaten his continued membership in Class 3-E. Along with his devoted classmates, he must confront these dangers directly.

For most people, having psychic powers would be a gift, but for Kusuo Saiki, it is anything but. Blessed with a vast range of supernatural abilities like telepathy and x-ray vision, he sees this so-called gift as a curse. As the constant trouble caused by his powers piles up, all Kusuo wants is a normal, peaceful life—one where ignorance is bliss. However, the existence of a psychic is anything but calm. Although Kusuo tries to stay unnoticed by hiding his abilities from his classmates, he unintentionally draws the attention of many peculiar individuals, including the empty-headed Riki Nendou and the delusional Shun Kaidou. Forced to deal with the craziness of those around him, Kusuo comes to realize that the ordinary life he seeks is much harder to achieve than he thought.

The terms sophisticated, suave, and sublime all describe the exceptionally handsome and utterly flawless Sakamoto. Even though it's only his first day of high school, his good looks, intellect, and charisma immediately have the girls swooning and the boys seething with envy. No one can seem to throw him off balance, as every attempt to trip him up is effortlessly thwarted. His calm demeanor is unshakable, and his wit is second to none. Will any of Sakamoto's classmates—or even his teachers—ever achieve his level of perfection? Probably not, but they might pick up a valuable lesson or two in the process...

During the 1600 Battle of Sekigahara, Toyohisa Shimazu serves as the rearguard for his retreating forces. He suffers a critical wound only to awaken in a stark, modern white corridor. There, he encounters a stoic man named Murasaki and is drawn through one of many doors into a realm vastly different from his own. This strange land is inhabited by fantastical beings and warriors from Toyohisa’s history who were presumed dead. After quickly forming an alliance with the notorious warlord Nobunaga Oda and the legendary archer Yoichi Suketaka Nasu, Toyohisa discovers that political chaos is ravaging the continent. He learns that they have been summoned as Drifters to combat the Ends, a group responsible for forging the Orte Empire and seeking to destroy the Drifters. As the Ends grow stronger, the Empire’s oppression of elves and other demihumans intensifies. Toyohisa and his ragtag band of heroes must engage in a new global conflict to aid the Empire’s oppressed subjects, while confronting the Ends who seek to claim the land for themselves.

After being dumped by a woman he married in an online game, only to discover she was actually an older man, gullible otaku Hideki "Rusian" Nishimura decides he will never trust a female player again. Years later, Rusian joins a guild with three others, including a player with a female avatar named Ako. Although Ako confesses her love and proposes to him, Rusian is wary that she might be a guy, yet he accepts because she is cute in-game. Things take a turn when the guild decides to meet offline, revealing that Ako is not only a real girl but also his school classmate.

Phantoms—supernatural entities such as ghosts or yokai—were long dismissed as mere superstition. Yet a virus that infects the brain has swept through society, altering human perception and revealing that these mythical beings have actually coexisted with humanity all along. This virus has also granted the next generation special abilities, enabling them to combat dangerous phantoms. Haruhiko Ichijou and Mai Kawakami are among those empowered; Haruhiko can summon and seal phantoms through drawings, while Mai channels elemental forces into martial arts. Together with the friendly phantom Ruru, they form Team E at Hosea Academy—an organization dedicated to handling these often mischievous beings. In a world where reality and the surreal merge, the team manages the everyday troubles caused by phantoms.

Kae Serinuma is a gentle second-year high school student and a dedicated otaku with a private obsession for BL, or Boy's Love. She often fantasizes about her male classmates developing romantic feelings for each other. However, Serinuma is also widely recognized for being noticeably overweight. One day, while watching her favorite anime, she sees the death of her beloved character. Sinking into depression, she loses her appetite and locks herself in her room for a week. When she finally comes out, she has shed a great deal of weight and turned into a remarkably attractive girl. Suddenly, she catches the attention of four boys from her school who are now competing for her affection. Despite their advances, Serinuma would rather see them fall for one another. The story follows how she handles the situation with these four suitors who are chasing her BL-obsessed self.

Set in the rural countryside, Shikada Dagashi is a traditional Japanese candy shop run by the Shikada family for nine generations. Kokonotsu Shikada dreams of becoming a manga artist and stubbornly refuses to take over the family business, despite his father's persistent requests. This situation changes with the arrival of the eccentric Hotaru Shidare, who seeks out Kokonotsu's father to recruit him for Shidare Corporation, a world-famous sweets manufacturer. The elder Shikada initially turns her down but proposes a deal: he will reconsider if Hotaru can convince Kokonotsu to take charge of the family shop. Thus, Hotaru sets out to show the reluctant boy the true enjoyment and nostalgia of traditional dagashi.

The second season of The Asterisk War continues after Ayato Amagiri and Julis-Alexia von Riessfeld have advanced to the next round of the Phoenix Festa, following a brutal battle against Irene and Priscilla Urzaiz. However, their progress is hindered when it is revealed that Ayato's powers remain sealed, a secret no longer concealed from their opponents. At a clear disadvantage, the duo must develop a new approach to stay in the competition. As the stakes increase, it becomes apparent that the obstacles ahead will only become more demanding.

Since childhood, Aoba Suzukaze has loved the Fairies Story game series, especially its character designs. So after finishing high school, she enthusiastically applies to Eagle Jump, the company that makes her favorite games. On her first day, she is delighted to learn she will be working on Fairies Story 3, directly under the lead character designer Kou Yagami. Her new department is full of coworkers who share her love for games: Yun Iijima, a monster design specialist; Hifumi Takimoto, who is quiet and likes to communicate via instant messaging; Hajime Shinoda, an animator with a large collection of figurines; Rin Tooyama, the meticulous art director; Shizuku Hazuki, the game director who brings her cat to work; and Umiko Ahagon, the short-tempered lead programmer. New Game! follows Aoba and her colleagues as they handle the ups and downs of game development, from refining character designs to fixing the bugs that inevitably pop up during production.

Nanba is known as the most secure prison in existence, built to contain convicts who have proven impossible to hold in ordinary facilities. Within Cell 13 are four inmates with a flawless track record of escaping every other jail they've been in. Juugo, a lock expert, has spent nearly his entire life behind bars; Uno, a gambler, relies on sharp instincts; Nico is an otaku whose body reacts in strange ways to drugs; and Rock is a fighter with a huge appetite for food. Their daily mischief constantly frustrates building supervisor Hajime Sugoroku, who works hard to prevent them from escaping. The story follows the comedic, glitter-filled adventures of these prisoners and their guards. With three meals a day and events like sports festivals, life in Nanba isn't so bad, making it feel like the closest thing to home for the four.

Convinced that everyone despises him, Sei Handa spends his high school days as a social outcast—or so he thinks. In truth, Handa is the most beloved student at school, admired for his exceptional calligraphy, handsome appearance, and cool demeanor. But a relentless chain of misunderstandings makes him interpret the adoration from his countless fans as harassment, causing the school's idol to isolate himself from his classmates. However, keeping his distance does nothing to diminish their devotion; in fact, his efforts to avoid attention often backfire, winning over even the most doubtful students. Fashion models, reclusive delinquents, obsessive fangirls, and others—none can resist the brilliance of Sei Handa.

Mizuki Usami is a devoted member of her school's art club, but there's one major issue—she's the only one who takes it seriously. The club president is always asleep during meetings, and Collette hasn't attended club activities in a long while. Subaru Uchimaki, despite having the skill to win awards if he applied himself, is solely focused on drawing the perfect 2D wife. As Usami tries to carry out typical art club activities, she's constantly thwarted by her useless clubmates and her own distracting crush on Subaru.

Hida Kizuna has the Heart Hybrid Gear (HHG) ability, but it is not strong enough to make him particularly significant. His older sister calls him to transfer to a strategic defense school, where many of the students—most of whom are large-breasted girls—use their HHG powers to fight invaders from another world while wearing extremely skimpy pilot outfits. Kizuna's own combat ability falls short, but his sister has a different plan: it turns out that having erotic experiences with Kizuna allows the girls to recharge their energy or increase their power. Clearly, his new school life is bound to be filled with embarrassment.

Nijiiro Days focuses on the daily lives and romantic entanglements of four high school boys: Natsuki Hashiba, a starry-eyed dreamer with illusions of love; Tomoya Matsunaga, a conceited playboy balancing multiple girlfriends; Keiichi Katakura, a deviant sadist who always carries a whip; and Tsuyoshi Naoe, an otaku whose girlfriend enjoys cosplay. When his girlfriend abruptly breaks up with him on Christmas Eve, Natsuki collapses in tears on the street and receives tissues from a girl wearing a Santa suit. He instantly develops a crush on this girl, Anna Kobayakawa, who happens to attend the same school. Natsuki's quest to win Anna over should have been simple, but his interfering friends constantly disrupt his relationship as they pursue their own romantic goals.

In the modern, well-developed city of Kazamatsuri—famous for its growing greenery and deep-rooted Japanese traditions—lives Kotarou Tennouji, a high school student who doesn't quite share the city's common values. This proud and nosy boy spends his days seeking amusement, bothering his self-proclaimed delinquent friend Haruhiko, and nurturing his romantic feelings for the eccentric Kotori. Kotarou possesses a superhuman ability to permanently rewrite any part of his body, enhancing his strength or speed, which draws him naturally toward the supernatural. A special encounter with Akane Senri—the lone member and president of the Occult Research Club, known as the "Witch"—leads Kotarou to revive the Occult Club. He recruits Kotori and three other members: Chihaya, a clumsy transfer student; Lucia, a strict class representative; and the unassuming Shizuru. As Kotarou uncovers the hidden secrets of each Occult Club member through their shared adventures, he will inevitably face a fate that only he might be able to rewrite.

Cocona is a typical middle schooler who lives with her grandmother. Still uncertain about what she wants to pursue in life, she suddenly encounters a peculiar girl named Papika, who invites her to join an organization called Flip Flap. Pulled along by this energetic newcomer, Cocona ends up in Pure Illusion—a strange alternate dimension—where she helps Papika search for crystal shards. After completing their task, the two are transported to another realm within Pure Illusion. A dangerous creature appears, and the girls use their crystals to transform into magical girls: Cocona becomes Pure Blade, while Papika becomes Pure Barrier. As they attempt to defeat the monster, three individuals from a rival organization intervene, slay the creature, and take a fragment left behind from its remains. In the aftermath, Cocona and Papika realize that to stand a chance against both their competitors and the threats within Pure Illusion, they must cooperate and align their emotions to transform more effectively.

At first sight, Galko, Otako, and Ojou appear to be three high school girls who have little in common. Galko is a sociable person often seen as a party girl, but in reality she is innocent and kind-hearted beneath her exterior. Otako has a simple appearance and a sharp tongue, with a deep passion for manga. Ojou comes from a rich family and has refined manners, although she can be somewhat forgetful. In spite of their differences, they are close friends and enjoy talking about various legends and asking open questions about the female body. Oshiete! Galko-chan is a funny and easygoing series following three distinct girls and their honest conversations about themselves and daily life. No subject is too trivial or delicate for them to joke about—though occasionally Galko feels a bit shy about their talks.

After some time has passed since student council president Ui Wakana and vice president Hayato Izumi became husband and wife through their parents' arrangement, the two continue to keep their unconventional relationship hidden from the public to avoid unwanted attention. Yet, they often misinterpret each other's intentions. As Ui and Hayato carry on with their duties in the school's student council and share moments at home, this unusual pair slowly begins to grow closer.

Daisuke Higashida, a serious first-year student at Higashizaka High School, lives a peaceful everyday life despite feeling dissatisfied with his family, who never laugh and leave him exhausted. But when his father's company goes bankrupt, he can no longer afford his allowance, cellphone bills, or commuter pass. Ordered by his father to take a part-time job, Daisuke decides to work at a nearby family restaurant so he won't have to bicycle 15 kilometers to school.

In Ogikubo, the sole Space Immigration Zone on Earth where humans and aliens coexist in an abnormal melting pot, Luluco is a cheerful middle school girl who only wishes to live a normal life. But one morning, her father—a worker at the Space Patrol—accidentally eats a volatile sleep capsule and becomes frozen solid. To make matters worse, Luluco breaks him by mistake, so she rushes to his office for assistance. There, the Space Patrol chief, Over Justice, hires Luluco as a temporary space worker for undercover investigations, aiming to crack down on crime within her school. Forced into the Space Patrol suit and sent off to dispense justice, Luluco tries to maintain the facade of a normal girl who doesn't stand out. However, she soon realizes that with the automatic systems and inherently zealous judiciousness of the Space Patrol suit, staying normal will be far more challenging than she anticipated.

Haru Kaidou, the eldest son of his family, goes to Canada after hearing that his mother is on the brink of death. As soon as he arrives, he finds out not only that his mother tricked him, but also that he has to take care of his adoptive brother, Ren Kaidou—a withdrawn child who is more at ease around dogs than people. Because Ren is so mistrustful, Haru struggles at first to connect with him, but their relationship gradually develops. Haru makes a vow to Ren: they will live together in Japan once Haru finishes high school. However, a bad accident causes Haru to lose all memory of the summer they shared, including that promise. Five years later, Ren shows up in Tokyo expecting Haru to keep his word; but to Haru, Ren is just a random boy claiming to be his brother.

From childhood, Ryuuichi Naruhodou aspired to become a defense attorney who would protect the innocent when no one else would. But when the rookie lawyer finally takes on his first case under the guidance of his mentor Chihiro Ayasato, he discovers that the courtroom is a battlefield. In these fast-paced trials, Ryuuichi must think creatively to uncover the truth behind the crimes committed and prove his clients' innocence. Gyakuten Saiban: Sono "Shinjitsu", Igi Ari! follows Ryuuichi as he takes on cases to clear the falsely accused of the charges they face. It won't be easy—standing in his way is the ruthless prosecutor Reiji Mitsurugi, who will stop at nothing to secure guilty verdicts. With his back against the wall, the defense attorney must scrutinize both evidence and witness testimony, sifting through lies to solve the mystery behind each case. With a cry of "objection!" the courtroom battle begins!

The beginning of Hanae Ashiya's high school life hasn't gone smoothly; he has spent the entire first week in the school infirmary, and his mysterious condition keeps worsening. The source of his suffering is a strange fuzzy creature that latched onto him after he accidentally encountered it the day before classes started. As his health deteriorates and the creature grows larger, Hanae notices a flyer advertising an exorcist who deals with youkai. Out of options and growing desperate, he phones the number and is directed to the Mononokean, a tea room that materializes next to the infirmary. A gloomy-sounding man named Haruitsuki Abeno reluctantly assists Hanae but insists on payment afterward. To Hanae's dismay, he can't afford the fee and is forced to work as an employee at the Mononokean to pay off his debt. To make matters worse, his new boss turns out to be one of his classmates. If Hanae ever wants to clear his debt, he must collaborate with Abeno to guide a host of dangerous, bizarre, and fascinating youkai back to the Underworld.

Illyasviel "Illya" von Einzbern wakes up in a parallel version of Fuyuki City, lost and completely alone. She discovers her house has been reduced to rubble, with a giant crater gaping in the middle of her hometown. Snow falls during the middle of summer, leaving the young elementary schooler bewildered—she has no clue where her friends or her wand Ruby might be. Arriving at the remains of her home, Illya is suddenly tackled by a girl suffering from amnesia. Clad in a gym uniform despite the bitter cold, this enigmatic girl has no memory of where she is or why she appeared. Yet this stranger, called Tanaka, seemingly knows the whereabouts of Rin Toosaka, Miyu Edelfelt, and Illya's other missing friends. As they flee from agents of the Ainsworth family—the rulers of this parallel world—where will these two end up, and how can Illya restore the present back to the world she once knew?

Freshman Kaho Nikaidou comes from a powerful family, so nobody has ever spoken a harsh word to her, afraid of angering her household. Wanting to be around people who won't treat her differently because of her background, she moves into a dormitory for the new school year. Shortly after arriving, Kaho accidentally steps into traffic and is saved by a tall, handsome stranger. When she asks his name, he calls her weird and walks away. Having finally met someone who would say something unkind, Kaho instantly falls in love with her rescuer. Meeting him again, she learns his name is Kanade Takahashi and confesses her feelings. Kanade says he'd like them to be a couple, but warns Kaho she might not want to date him once she learns his secret. To her shock, Kaho discovers the startling truth: Kanade is a fifth grader! Deciding she cannot date a fifth grader, Kaho intends to break up. But as she spends more time with Kanade, she grows to care for him even more and continues the relationship. Hatsukoi Monster follows Kaho's first steps into love with Kanade, her immature yet kind fifth grade boyfriend.

For 25-year-old red panda Retsuko, stress is simply part of the daily grind, whether she's dealing with sexist remarks from her boss or pressure from condescending coworkers. Despite being one of the hardest workers in her office, her small stature and meek nature often leave her taken advantage of by those around her. But when her frustration reaches its breaking point, Retsuko unleashes her own special way of blowing off steam: aggressive death metal karaoke that rails against the stupidity and hypocrisy of her coworkers' actions and office life. Though this release only happens in her imagination, it provides her an escape to cope with her anger in a world where hierarchy and appearances matter most.

In the nine provinces of Kyushu, ancient prophecy foretold that falling comets would drain the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, plunging the world into chaos. However, the comets passed without incident. Shortly after, a boy named Ouriku was born in a remote Sokei region village, seemingly linked to the phenomenon. Twelve years later, as the event fades from memory, the Reikenzan clan, one of the five supreme sects, holds an exam to recruit disciples for sagehood. Ouriku and his servant Ouchou travel to the venue, unaware that the organizer Oubu, despite her elegant demeanor, is notoriously irresponsible and carefree, rendering the trials unpredictable. The story follows Ouriku as he navigates these challenges to achieve the power of a sage.

The red-light district of Yoshiwara falls under the control of "Aizen Kou," a potent incense that causes anyone who inhales it to fall in love with the first person they see. Banned for its powerful effects, the love drug was believed to have vanished from the district long ago, but it has somehow resurfaced within Yoshiwara's walls, now plunging the entire area into its thrall. Among those affected is Tsukuyo, the cold-hearted captain of the Hyakka, and the first person she lays eyes on after breathing in the smoke is none other than the audacious leader of the Yorozuya, Gintoki Sakata. Unknown to others, she already harbored feelings for Gintoki. With those hidden emotions now amplified, Tsukuyo must struggle against her own affliction and cooperate with the Yorozuya to restore everyone to normal.

In the year 2205, a wise sage called Saniwa possesses the power to give life to objects that are not alive. Meanwhile, sinister forces set a plan in motion to journey into the past and alter the flow of history. The only ones who can prevent this are the Saniwa and their most powerful creations: ancient Japanese swords, which take the form of attractive young men. Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru begins by following the life of Yamatonokami Yasusada, the cherished uchigatana of Souji Okita, as he starts his first day at the Saniwa's fortress. He quickly meets up with his old companion, Kashuu Kiyomitsu, and the two become involved in the everyday adventures of their fellow sword warriors. They always seize the chance to enjoy themselves, whether through lively snowball fights or showing new members around the citadel. However, when the government calls upon them, the swords are always prepared to carry out their duty of safeguarding history.

A bear teaching someone about city living? For Machi Amayadori's benefit, let's hope it's enough! This young shrine maiden has lived her entire existence in the remote mountains alongside Natsu, her bear companion who can speak. Now that she's fourteen, she's determined to venture out and enroll in a high school located in a bustling urban area. Is Natsu truly capable of readying her for the challenges of city life? Or will his eccentric training exercises prove too overwhelming for even Machi to handle?

Ryou Sakaguchi is an ordinary high school student, except for one peculiar hobby. He is a fudanshi—a man who enjoys reading boys' love manga and daydreaming about the romantic potential between guys he encounters. His sole dying wish is to find friends who share his secret passion. That wish comes true as Sakaguchi gradually discovers a variety of interested individuals. There is Rumi Nishihara, a closeted fujoshi eager to talk about the joys of boys' love with him; Yuujirou Shiratori, the flamboyantly gay leader of the school's cooking club, who makes no attempt to hide his sexuality; Akira Ueda, Shiratori's devoted admirer, willing to do anything for the love of his life; and even the mischievous Daigo, a fellow fudanshi and popular author of boys' love doujinshi. Standing by through all the otaku chaos is Sakaguchi's best friend, Toshiaki Nakamura, who simply wishes his classmates would start behaving more like normal people.

In a world where academic success determines one's entire future, the examination hall becomes a ruthless battlefield. Passing the exams ensures a prosperous future, while failing condemns you to a life of hardship, suffering, and despair. Only the most intelligent—or cunning—students manage to survive. There are two combat strategies: dedicating your entire life to studying, or perfecting your cheating techniques. Students who focus on studying are known as "Learning Type" students, and they are forced to partner with a "Cheating Type" student to compete against rivals for top grades. Cheater Zhuge Mu Ming and studious academic Qiao Yi Huang decide to join forces against the exams. However, the allies soon become divided, turning into bitter rivals. Will they be able to succeed on their own? And if so, who will survive the challenge and emerge victorious?

Habahiro Hige is a simple-minded office worker with a deep passion for Tabekko Marshmallows. His daily routine is frequently interrupted by his twenty-four-year-old colleague, Iori Wakabayashi, who delights in teasing him and exploiting his weakness. She taunts him by eating the sweets in his presence, purchasing his preferred brands at convenience stores, and causing him embarrassment before their boss. While her friends struggle to understand her attraction to him, Iori is captivated by his soft, marshmallow-like physique and will do whatever it takes to capture his attention. Unbeknownst to Habahiro, Iori is attempting to seduce him into a romantic relationship, operating under the belief that winning a man’s heart is achieved through his stomach. Carrying a bag of treats, she continues to play chase with him, hoping he will eventually see past her tactics. The question remains whether he will realize that their bond has the potential to become s'more.

Every morning, Hane Sakura struggles through her commute to school, pedaling her bicycle up a steep hill. One day, she crosses paths with motorcycle enthusiast Onsa Amano, who introduces her to the school's motorcycle club, headed by the quiet and stoic Raimu Kawasaki. As a complete novice to motorcycles, Sakura confronts the challenge of learning to ride from scratch. Through this journey, she aims to recapture the thrill and terror of her very first biking experience. Alongside Baita, a talking motorcycle; Rin Suzunoki, a devoted Suzuki fan; Hijiri Minowa, a wealthy girl with dreams of becoming a delinquent; and professional racer Chisame Nakano, Sakura works toward earning her motorcycle license while discovering the joys and struggles that come with riding.

After her father’s business fails, Youko Nishikawa goes from a life of luxury to poverty, forcing her to abandon her royal demeanor and attempt to fit in at her all-girls high school. While eating lunch alone in a nearby wood, she meets Futaba Odagiri, a bubbly transfer student, and Teru Hayama, a seemingly innocent girl who is surprisingly blunt and occasionally harsh. Despite their contrasting temperaments, the trio, all sharing the kanji for leaf in their names, form an unexpected bond as they embark on the spontaneous and humorous journey of high school. Sansha Sanyou is a bright and adorable story focusing on three distinct friends navigating the daily trials of adolescence and school life.

Miki Ishimoto lands her first job at Holbein Entertainment Co., only to discover she is in charge of managing an idol group made entirely of statues. Despite being a recent graduate eager to launch her career, she soon realizes her department’s unusual responsibility involves handling the Sekkou Boys, also known as "The Rockies." This boy band consists of four Greco-Roman sculptures: St. George, Mars, Hermes, and Medici. As these busts make their debut in the entertainment industry, Miki must guide them toward success. The question remains whether the group will achieve a stone-cold triumph or if Miki’s management will result in a rocky beginning to their stardom.

Nene Nanakorobi, a cheerful full-body cyborg who yearns for global harmony, crosses paths with inventor Uzal Delilah aboard a cruise ship bound for the picturesque Cenancle Island. They quickly bond, along with Clarion, a feline combat android serving as Uzal’s pet. However, their budding friendship is tested when terrorists strike the island. To protect Uzal, Nene is gifted the Pandora Device extracted from Clarion, granting her the power to instantly master advanced abilities, though Uzal appears to perish in the process. Now, the duo embarks on missions ranging from rescuing children from mall fires to apprehending criminals, all in pursuit of world peace. Their journey is complicated by B.U.E.R, a sentient laser disguised as a distorted teddy bear whose lewd behavior and volatile power endanger their safety. Compounding the trouble, the brilliant inventor Takumi Korobase, who serves as Nene’s guardian, is obsessed with acquiring B.U.E.R. As Nene and Clarion struggle to safeguard the device from malicious forces while pursuing their utopian ideals, the immense pressure threatens to tear their newfound bond apart.

Yoshiki Maeda begins his freshman year at the all-male Baraman High School. On the first day, he reunites with his childhood friend Takuya Saotome and encounters his eccentric, dramatic homeroom teacher, Teruhiko Saionji. Meanwhile, Yoshiki’s younger sister, Yuu, knows all about these attractive students and delights in teasing her brother regarding them. Yoshiki quickly finds himself surrounded by stereotypical romance archetypes, leaving him no choice but to endure their absurd and illogical boys’ love behavior.

The narrative picks up right after the events of the third season, focusing on the contest to determine who will perform at the opening of the Triple S international sporting event. The HE★VENS idol group from Raging Entertainment disrupts the rivalry between QUARTET NIGHT and ST☆RISH, creating widespread chaos. Following a proposal from QUARTET NIGHT, the three groups move forward to a new phase, while HE★VENS vows to take revenge on the other two.

When Tamaki Honda starts high school, she joins the SNS Club, a group dedicated to creating doujin games. Alongside programmer Shiina, writer Ayame, and composer Kayo, Tamaki takes on the role of illustrator for the club's next project.

High school student Sakura Mamiya and destitute death god Rinne Rokudou keep dealing with the supernatural. Drawn into the troubles of their eccentric acquaintances, the pair once again end up in hot water. Ageha's black cat Oboro seeks revenge for claimed mistreatment and demands that Ageha void their contract. When she refuses, a fierce argument erupts between them. Meanwhile, the underhanded Damashigami Company shows no sign of stopping its misdeeds, and the bat-like demon Masato continues carrying out sneaky acts to achieve his long-awaited vengeance against Rinne. For Sakura and Rinne, these paranormal issues never seem to end. As their story continues to develop, they must handle these unusual situations as they come up, all while dealing with their own personal problems.

The cute members of Ousui Academy's student council enjoy spending time with the boy they like, Kouki Narumi. However, when he's away, what do they do? The student council comprises otaku president Kaoruko Rokuonji, strong-willed Ashe Rufflette Sakuragi, reserved programmer Toa Narumi, and Toa's mischievous best friend Mihiro Miyase. That means they have to find ways to amuse themselves. Wagamama High Spec provides a peek into the girls' daily lives as they engage in funny—and occasionally risqué—adventures at school and in town.

For the scatterbrained Minami Tani, nothing brings her more joy than having tasty bread for breakfast. Through their shared appreciation of this food, Minami encounters the composed Yuu Aizawa and the lively Fuyumi Fukagawa. They are later joined by Noa Sakura, a petite girl who regards bread as the ultimate tool for protecting herself. As a group, the four girls deepen their friendship while endeavoring to taste every variety of bread available in the world.

In the musical metropolis of MIDICITY, a gothic lolita kitty girl named Cyan is discovered by Maple Arisugawa, president of a music agency. There, she meets Chuchu, an honor student rabbit girl whose name is a pun on rabbit sounds; Retoree, a net-geek dog girl (named after "Retriever"); and Moa, an alien sheep (?) girl. Together, they form the band "Plasmagica" and set their sights on reaching the top of the world. But the road is long and tough, and staying upbeat is crucial. Through battles against other strange bands, Plasmagica gradually grows toward becoming a top-grade band. In the end, maybe they'll be the band that drives MIDICITY's music industry forward...? Gonna be a music millionaire!

In ancient Japan, the land is besieged by malevolent entities known as Kamikui. It falls to the Oni, along with his troupe of eight stunning female warriors, to repel this threat. Each of these women possesses distinct abilities, talents, and personalities. They align themselves with the Oni, Jin, to combat the encroaching darkness consuming the nation. The series chronicles the adventures of Jin and his cheerful allies as they deepen their connections and defend against the demonic onslaught.

This work serves as a visual record of Kiitarou’s encounters with youkai. Possessing a powerful spiritual sensitivity, he was expelled from his home after entering a restricted storage area. He eventually settled in a new residence where he encountered Suzu, a zashiki warashi. Together, they began drawing in various supernatural entities, including a nurikabe, which manifests as an impassable wall, and a mokumokuren, appearing as eyes within a damaged paper screen. Which folkloric entity will cross their path next?

The space reality TV show "Can I Destroy the Earth? 2" has been shut down, and the Defense Club and Conquest Club are back to their normal high school routine. Since their intense battle, time has moved on, and autumn has arrived. The five members of the Defense Club are no longer acting as the Battle Lovers, and they're relaxing in the Kurotama Bath as usual when the Conquest Club brings up a topic that will significantly alter what happens next.

University freshman Ami Kurata falls head over heels for a folding bicycle she sees outside the station, and without a second thought, drains her savings to buy it. She now spends her weekends cycling with her childhood friend Aoi and Hinako, a senior from her university. Prompted by the comment that owning a road bike might completely change your perspective on the world, Ami purchases a road bicycle and is utterly impressed by its performance. The moment she puts her feet on the pedals and pushes down, the lightness, speed, and acceleration of the ride are unlike anything she has ever experienced. Ami's cycling life takes off with her new road bike as her partner!

Rescued from drowning in a river as a child, Chidori longs to repay the kindness of the man who saved her. Despite her cute and innocent appearance, she is in truth a highly skilled ninja. Years later, Chidori and her friend Sukezou come to serve under that same man—the ambitious warlord Nobunaga Oda. As Nobunaga fights off invading forces and sets his sights on neighboring territories, Chidori is entrusted with crucial tasks to secure victory, such as gathering intelligence and eliminating key targets. Between carrying out these important missions and interacting with the lively members of Nobunaga's household and staff, the young ninja always gives her best to lead her master toward glory.

Yuzuka Hanami is a carefree young girl leading a perfectly ordinary life. Despite her father working nonstop and her mother rarely being home, she stays cheerful and works hard to be an excellent student. Miton, on the other hand, is an alien life-form with the ability to turn his master into a magical girl—a warrior who fights evil wherever it appears. However, enemies are not as plentiful as they once were, so Miton has been out of work for a while. Starving and homeless, he has taken up residence in a garbage pile. One day, as Yuzuka walks past him, Miton seizes the chance to offer his services to the girl. She reluctantly agrees, but when she transforms into a magical girl and discovers her outfit is a swimsuit, she starts to have second thoughts about what she has gotten herself into.

Kanae Otowa has been living in her family's ancestral mansion, Otowakan, ever since her father drained the last of the family savings and ran away. With no means to settle his debts, the mansion is being seized, forcing Kanae to evict the current residents—her friend Sousuke Kagura, along with two peculiar individuals who claim to be her father's acquaintances: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. Having somehow returned from the dead, Mozart and Beethoven now go by "Motes" and "Beethes," respectively, and have taken to wasting their time on absurd, non-musical activities. Despite stubbornly refusing to leave Otowakan, Beethes unleashes the concealed power of Musik, saving the mansion from destruction and postponing his removal. This revelation draws other Musik users to Otowakan, among them Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt, and Franz Schubert. But not all wielders of Musik harbor innocent intentions. Across the city, the enigmatic Johann Sebastian Bach sits atop a towering building, scheming how to employ his own Musik.

Sawako Machida, who goes by the name "Miss Bernard," is a regular presence in the school library, always holding a book. Whether she has actually read it, though, is another story. She admits she finds reading too much effort and would rather simply create the illusion of being well-read. In the same library where she spends her time, other students who genuinely love books grow frustrated with her dismissive attitude toward their favorite works. As she goes through the motions of reading and discussing great literature amid a circle of eccentric book enthusiasts, Sawako ends up picking up a few things after all—and making some new friends along the way.

In many typical high schools, urban legends circulate, ranging from scandalous to joyful, and occasionally macabre. One such rumor speaks of monsters residing in an abandoned mansion on the outskirts of town. The story proves too alluring for Hiroshi, Mika, Takeshi, and Takurou to ignore. They resolve to face the alleged threats to explore the manor and prove their bravery. Each friend feels intense fear as they approach the house. Upon entering, they encounter a blue monster called Ao Oni, which immediately attacks them. As Hiroshi and his companions attempt to solve puzzles scattered throughout the mansion and flee from their blue adversary, they repeatedly meet gruesome ends due to their failures.

The anime will feature an original story from the game on which it is based.

Seventh season of the Teekyuu series.

Smartphone apps are used by people all around the world. However, hidden within them are mysterious AI lifeforms known as "Appli Monsters," or "Appmon." These beings can think and act on their own, existing at the boundary between the human realm and cyberspace. In the vast expanse of the internet, the ultimate boss AI called Leviathan infects the Appmon with a virus and begins hacking into every system, thereby seizing control of the human world from the digital world. Haru Shinkai is guided to obtain the Appli Drive, which allows him to bring to life Gatchmon, a search-type Appmon.

Eighth season of the Teekyuu anime series.