Best Comedy Anime of 2017

After his death, Kazuma Satou had two options: move on to heaven or be resurrected in a fantasy world. Choosing the latter, the goddess Aqua gave him the mission of defeating the Demon King and allowed him to select any weapon for assistance. Unfortunately, Kazuma decided to bring Aqua herself along, a decision he has regretted ever since. Not only is he stuck with a useless deity now serving as their party's archpriest, but the pair also needs to earn enough money for living expenses. Compounding their troubles, their group keeps expanding as more problematic adventurers join their ranks. Their token spellcaster, Megumin, is an explosion magic specialist capable of casting only one spell per day and refuses to learn anything else. There is also their stalwart crusader, Lalatina Ford "Darkness" Dustiness, a helpless masochist who makes Kazuma look pure by comparison. Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! 2 continues to follow Kazuma and the rest of his party through countless further adventures as they struggle to earn money and deal with one another's problematic personalities. However, things rarely go as planned, and they are often sidetracked by their own idiotic tendencies.

As a child, Masamune Makabe was cruelly turned down by the wealthy and beautiful Aki Adagaki, who dubbed him "Piggy" because of his weight. Heartbroken, Masamune dedicated himself to intense training and transformed his physique. Now a handsome but conceited high schooler, he is set on revenge: he will make Aki fall deeply in love with him, only to crush her heart when they cross paths again. To his shock, Masamune finds that he has transferred into Aki's school. He puts his plan into action by slowly building a connection with the "Brutal Princess," yet his early attempts end in failure. Just as he begins to see progress in his scheme, a mysterious letter arrives, one that uses his old nickname. If Masamune cannot uncover who sent it, his entire plot will collapse before it can truly begin.

Young romance appears in countless distinct and intriguing ways as children start growing into adults. From struggling to express feelings to not understanding what genuine affection truly is, many hurdles can emerge when experiencing romantic attraction for the first time. Yet beneath it all, youthful love is something genuinely wonderful to witness, offering fresh adventures for those who are young and smitten. Tsurezure Children portrays a variety of situations where young love blossoms, along with the challenges and joys that accompany it.

It has been one year since Sagiri Izumi and Masamune Izumi became step-siblings, but the loss of their parents shattered their new family dynamic. As a result, Sagiri withdrew into herself, becoming a shut-in who isolated herself from both her brother and the world beyond. Trying to keep his life together, Masamune supports himself by writing light novels, though he faces a peculiar problem: he has never met his famous illustrator, Eromanga-sensei, known for producing highly erotic artwork. Through a series of awkward incidents, Masamune discovers that his reclusive younger sister is actually the artist behind his success. As new characters and challenges arise, the siblings must navigate the light novel industry together. The story follows their evolving bond and their struggle for recognition, while also examining how long Sagiri can maintain her hidden identity as she gradually begins to open up to the world.

"Your believing heart is your magic!"—those words were spoken by Atsuko "Akko" Kagari's idol, the famous witch Shiny Chariot, during a magic show years ago. Since then, Akko has lived by that phrase and dreamed of becoming a witch like Shiny Chariot, one who brings smiles to people's faces. So even her lack of magical heritage doesn't stop her from enrolling at Luna Nova Magical Academy. But when an eager Akko finally heads off to her new school, the journey is anything but easy. After a dangerous trip, she befriends the shy Lotte Yansson and the sarcastic Sucy Manbavaran. To her great joy, she also finds Chariot's wand, the Shiny Rod, and claims it as her own. Unfortunately, life at Luna Nova turns out to be far harder than Akko ever imagined. She absolutely refuses to stay behind her classmates, especially her self-proclaimed rival, the beautiful and talented Diana Cavendish, so she relies on sheer determination to make up for her recklessness and lack of magical skill. In an era when witchcraft is fading, Little Witch Academia follows the magical adventures of Akko and her friends as they discover what it truly means to be a witch.

Sixteen-year-old Maika Sakuranomiya wants to save up for studying abroad, but she keeps getting turned down for part-time jobs. Though she’s naturally cheerful, her smile unintentionally comes across as frightening, scaring off potential employers. After yet another failed interview, she stumbles upon Café Stile, a themed café where employees adopt specific character roles. The Italian manager, Dino, is immediately charmed by Maika’s cuteness and hires her to play a sadistic waitress. Despite her inherent clumsiness, she finds that playing the cruel persona works perfectly on the café’s masochistic clientele. Alongside Kaho Hinata, who acts as the tsundere, and Mafuyu Hoshikawa, cast as the younger sister type, Maika embraces her unique trait and cements her place at the café by being mercilessly mean.

Keita Amano lives an ordinary life as a high school student who is also a dedicated gamer. His quiet routine is disrupted when he meets Karen Tendou, the school's most beautiful and popular idol, who surprisingly reveals her own gaming obsession. Wanting to recruit him, she pulls him into the game club, where he experiences a chaotic and eccentric approach to hobbies that clashes heavily with his own. Tendou's unusual interest in Keita upends his peaceful days, replacing them with awkwardness, impulsiveness, and pure chaos. As a result, Keita finds himself in a daily comedic struggle to keep his sanity amid these unpredictable and wild changes to his once-ordinary life.

After being struck down by a stray lightning bolt from an inattentive deity, Touya Mochizuki is granted a second life in a fantasy world as compensation. He is permitted to bring a single item from Earth, choosing to keep his smartphone as he begins his new journey. Naturally gifted in magic within this mana-rich environment, Touya quickly finds himself the object of affection for several beautiful women. His circle includes the Silhoueska twins, Linze and Elze, along with Yumina Urnea Belfast, Leen, and Yae Kokonoe. Although their romantic pursuits create various complications in his life, their presence also offers him valuable companionship as he explores the secrets of this new realm.

After his lecherous friends play a prank on him, Junichi Hashiba asks out a gal to prove he is not a hopeless virgin. Yukana Yame is initially repulsed by Junichi’s desperate begging, but through some teasing, she begins to bond with him and eventually accepts his confession, surprising him greatly. The story follows Junichi as he battles his low self-esteem and controls his sexual impulses while navigating a new school life filled with vibrant girls and chaotic situations.

Yoshiko Hanabatake is an utter moron who consistently scores zero on tests and possesses a strange obsession with bananas. Her behavior is so erratic that even her mother has surrendered to the situation. The sole person equipped to handle her mayhem is Akuru "A-kun" Akutsu, her childhood friend. Though he loathes the ridiculousness he is forced to endure, the diligent yet fearsome A-kun is always ready to halt Yoshiko’s foolishness, frequently resorting to physical violence without a second thought. Despite his constant attempts to force her to behave normally, she invariably reverts to her usual antics, often dragging other eccentrics into the chaos. No matter how hard he strives to rein in her nonsense, living with Yoshiko and her profound lack of common sense remains completely unpredictable.

After graduating high school, Moriko Morioka, a thirty-year-old woman, finds herself unemployed for the first time in her life, a situation she welcomes with immense joy. Having resigned from a position she held for over eleven years, she fills her newfound abundance of free time with online gaming, creating a charismatic male avatar named Hayashi within the MMO Fruits de Mer. Freed from the burdens of real-world social duties, Moriko immerses herself completely in the game, where she quickly befriends Lily, a gentle and cute healer. The two form a close bond almost immediately, becoming inseparable as Moriko grows increasingly absorbed in her virtual identity as Hayashi. She ultimately embraces a reclusive existence, leaving her apartment only when strictly required. Unbeknownst to Moriko, Yuuta Sakurai, a shy twenty-eight-year-old office worker, is also playing Fruits de Mer from across the city. When they coincidentally meet at a convenience store one evening, both dismiss the encounter as merely another awkward interaction with a stranger, unaware that fate has plans to bring them closer together.

Heaven requires its young angels to live among humans and study to earn their full-fledged status. Gabriel White Tenma, top of her class, initially believes her mission is to bring happiness to humanity as a great angel. Once on Earth, however, she becomes addicted to video games and turns into a hikikomori, declaring herself a "Fallen Angel" and growing apathetic toward everything else—much to the frustration of Vignette April Tsukinose, a demon who became her friend during Gabriel's early angelic days on Earth. Vignette's efforts to restore Gabriel to her former self prove futile, as Gabriel dismisses any attempt to alter her cherished lifestyle. While living on Earth, the two encounter two eccentric personalities: Raphiel Ainsworth Shiraha, an angel from Gabriel's class with a fondness for sadism, and Satanichia McDowell Kurumizawa, a clumsy demon who proclaims herself the future ruler of the Underworld. Gabriel DropOut follows these four friends in their comedic daily lives, as they consistently fail to grasp what it truly means to be a demon or an angel.

High school biology teacher Tetsuo Takahashi may appear to be a typical educator, but behind his kind demeanor lies an unusual passion: his curiosity about "Ajin," more commonly referred to as "Demi." Although these half-human, half-monster beings have become part of human society, Takahashi believes that much about them will stay unknown unless he engages with them directly. Demi-chan wa Kataritai follows Takahashi's everyday life at Shibasaki High School alongside his three Demi students—Hikari Takanashi, an energetic vampire; Kyouko Machi, a gentle dullahan; and Yuki Kusakabe, the shy snow woman. Along the way, Takahashi also meets fellow teacher Sakie Satou, a succubus who is uncomfortable around men. To achieve his aim of understanding more about the Demi, Takahashi decides to hold informal interviews with the girls to learn about their abilities, psychology, and integration into human society. As Takahashi builds stronger connections with his students, he soon realizes that the Demi are not as extraordinary as he first thought.

After meeting with oddity specialist Izuko Gaen, high school senior Koyomi Araragi finds himself waking up in a strange, empty void, where a joyfully familiar face greets him in a disturbingly unfamiliar setting. With support from his girlfriend Hitagi Senjougahara, Araragi navigates the tangled threads of his past and the puzzles of the present in his quest for answers. But fate once again leads him to the eccentric transfer student Ougi Oshino, who makes an unexpected offer that could shake the very foundation Araragi stands on. As he uncovers the layers of mystery surrounding an apparition, Araragi stumbles upon a truth that was never meant to be uncovered.

After being expelled from his previous school, Fudou Nomura transfers to Aichi Coexistence Private Academy, an unusual institution where all female students are armed. Ruled by the Supreme Five Swords, the girls enforce a system that forces male students to crossdress and conform, with expulsion as the alternative. On his first day, Fudou encounters Rin Onigawara, one of the Swords, who orders him to follow the dress code or leave. He refuses, sparking a violent confrontation. His fighting skills catch the attention of the other Swords, forcing Fudou to stay vigilant and endure the chaotic events unfolding at his new school.

After wrapping up the first route of his visual novel, Tomoya Aki, the producer of Blessing Software, feels optimistic about his team's future and their shared ambition to craft the finest game of the season. But there's still plenty of ground to cover. For starters, Megumi Katou remains incredibly bland in personality and still doesn't measure up to Tomoya's vision of an ideal heroine. The other members of Blessing Software—Eriri Spencer Sawamura, Utaha Kasumigaoka, and Michiru Hyoudou—often overlook her existence entirely because she lacks presence and character. As they continue developing their game, Blessing Software comes to understand the challenges of working in an industry where deadlines are strict and revisions are constant, as well as the difficulties of collaborating within a group.

Seiji Aino's mundane existence gets turned upside down when a strange girl named Guri shows up at his front door, demanding a kiss within twenty-four hours or else he'll die. Mistaking her frantic plea for a romantic confession, Seiji kisses the stranger who barged into his home. But Guri is actually a cosplaying Cupid armed with a Kiss Note—a tool that forces any pair of names written in it to become a couple. She confesses she accidentally wrote Seiji's name while indulging in yaoi fantasies, making their kiss meaningless. Matters escalate when Guri reveals that if Seiji isn't paired with someone soon, she'll die and he'll remain a virgin forever. To save himself, Seiji targets popular Akane Hiyama, but she reacts with psychotic obsession upon learning about his kiss with Guri, attacking them both. In the chaos, Guri uses the Kiss Note to pair Seiji with Akane, stopping the assault. Yet, driven by her own budding feelings, Guri also pairs herself with the duo. This bizarre coupling turns Seiji and Akane into temporary angels, forcing them to help Guri matchmake humans or face eternal damnation in hell. Stripped of all normalcy, Seiji must now assist these eccentric girls in their matchmaking duties.

Itsuki Hashima, a light novelist, has an intense fixation on little sisters, a theme he deliberately weaves into his stories. Despite his peculiar obsession, he enjoys the support of a tight circle of friends: Nayuta Kani, a brilliant yet lecherous novelist who harbors romantic feelings for Itsuki; Haruto Fuwa, a fellow male writer who has found considerable acclaim; Miyako Shirakawa, a friend from college; and Chihiro, his perfect younger stepbrother who manages the cooking and housework. The group passes the time by engaging in bizarre games, taking spontaneous trips, exchanging jokes, and commemorating their successes. Yet they also confront personal struggles, from racing against tight deadlines to grappling with painful memories from their past.

After joining the anti-bakufu resistance, Gintoki and his crew go into hiding alongside Katsura and his Joui rebels. The Yorozuya are soon contacted by Nobume Imai and two members of the Kiheitai, who inform them that the Harusame pirates have turned against 7th Division Captain Kamui and their former ally Takasugi. The Kiheitai hire Gintoki to locate Takasugi, who has been missing since his ship was ambushed during a Harusame attack. Nobume also reveals a shocking truth about the Tendoushuu, a secret organization manipulating many factions, and their leader Utsuro, a mysterious figure who bears a striking resemblance to Gintoki’s former teacher. Boarding Sakamoto’s spaceship, the Yorozuya and Katsura head to Rakuyou, Kagura’s home planet, where various factions have gathered and tensions are rising. Long-standing grudges, political conflicts, and the Tendoushuu’s sinister overarching plan all converge into a massive, decisive battle on Rakuyou.

Haruka Shinozaki has had a crush on class representative Akiho Kousaka ever since his first year of high school. She's attractive, excels at sports, and is a model student in every way. Now that they're in the same class this year, Shinozaki decides to confess his feelings—and to his surprise, Kousaka accepts and becomes his girlfriend. However, he soon realizes that Kousaka is more unusual than he initially thought: this seemingly perfect girl has never been in a relationship before. Despite her inexperience, she is determined to satisfy Shinozaki in every possible way—by studying various sexual positions and his personal fetishes. Shinozaki tries to tell her that such research isn't necessary, but Kousaka is fully committed to making him happy in every way she can.

Umaru Doma is a top student with a secret side: once she returns home each day, she slips into her hamster hoodie and becomes a lazy otaku who loves junk food. As Umaru keeps up these everyday shenanigans, her bonds with classmates Nana Ebina, Kirie Motoba, and Sylphinford Tachibana grow stronger, and more and more amusing situations start to unfold. Naturally, these events raise plenty of questions. What request did Nana make to Umaru's brother Taihei? Who is that mysterious girl with the diamond hairpin? And most importantly—why does she seem to know Umaru? The answers to these riddles and more are revealed in Himouto! Umaru-chan R!

A year has passed since Aoba Suzukaze joined Eagle Jump. Alongside her quirky colleagues in the character design department, she helped complete the company's latest release, Fairies Story 3. With that project finished, a new endeavor begins, starting with a competition to determine the character designs for the next game. Through hard work, dedication, and guidance from former lead designer Kou Yagami, Aoba wins the contest and steps into her new role as lead character designer. But the position proves challenging. Faced with extra tasks and longer hours, Aoba doubts whether she is suited for the responsibility. With support from her friends and coworkers, she overcomes her inexperience and prepares to tackle any obstacle in bringing Eagle Jump's latest project—a charming game called Peco—to life.

Chisato Mizusawa works as a composed and composed assistant office manager who claims to have no fondness for alcohol. In reality, she enjoys drinking, but a different, cuter side of her appears only when she’s intoxicated—a secret she shares solely with her husband, Sora, who is a bartender. When Chisato returns home each evening, Sora looks after his beloved wife, preparing a nice meal and a fresh cocktail for her. These drinks range from Plum Splet and Irish Coffee to Orange Breeze and other tasty mixtures that she happily downs. However, while she adores alcohol, she holds an even deeper love for her gentle husband. Together, they enjoy a life full of joy—and the not-so-rare cocktail.

After the harsh events of Iga, Kokujou Island, Rakuyou, and numerous failed clashes with the Tenshouin Naraku and Tendoshuu, Gintama. Porori-hen takes viewers back to the days when the Yorozuya mostly handled their usual odd jobs. Renowned space hunter Umibouzu returns to Edo and becomes furious upon learning that his daughter Kagura has a boyfriend. He holds Gintoki responsible for failing as a guardian, but could this finally be the moment for him to release his hold on her? Returning to shameless parodies, risque comedy, and lively bonds, Gintoki, Kagura, and Shinpachi face unforeseen situations that manage to be equally hilarious and emotionally touching.

In Japanese folklore, a "tsukumogami" is an object that has gained a soul, becoming alive and self-aware. There are two types of tsukumogami: the mature "tsugumomo," who have developed through long years of harmony with their owners, and the aberrant "amasogi," premature spirits that are only born to grant the destructive wishes of certain people. Kazuya Kagami has never gone without his mother's obi after her death. Be it at home or school, he keeps it safe with him at all times. One day, he nearly loses his life when a wig amasogi attacks him. When all seems to be over, his treasured obi defends him, transforming into a beautiful girl. She introduces herself as Kiriha, a tsugumomo owned by Kazuya's mother. With Kiriha's arrival, Kazuya enters a reality he has never seen before, a world with gods and tsukumogami.

Charming, cool, athletic, and a skilled cook—but above all, he has an obsession with cleanliness. Aoyama is adored and respected by everyone, yet his mysophobia keeps people at a distance. Still, he plays soccer, a sport that is anything but clean! As Fujimi High School's soccer club playmaker, Aoyama avoids any physical contact at all costs, dribbling his way cleanly toward victory. But the road to Nationals is tough for Fujimi's underdog squad. Alongside striker Kaoru Zaizen, Aoyama aims to prove that even a clean freak has things he's willing to get dirty for.

Otaku siblings Tamotsu and Niwaka Denkigai are browsing in Akihabara when the district is swarmed by cosplaying vampire-like monsters. These creatures, called "Bugged Ones," take control of anyone they bite and quickly spread chaos throughout the city. When Tamotsu finds himself attacked by one, he is saved by the mysterious Matome Mayonaka, who wields a baseball bat. They face multiple subsequent clashes with Bugged Ones, but soon Tamotsu is mortally injured while defending Matome. With no alternative, she turns him into a high-level Bugged One—just like herself. Tamotsu and Matome, together with Arisa Ahokainen, an excitable otaku cosplayer, form the group "The Electric Mayonnaise" and begin defeating the Bugged Ones using the only method they know: tearing off their victims' garments and exposing them to sunlight!

Heine Wittgenstein, a brilliant man who commands respect despite his small, childlike stature, is both charming and stern. The king of Grannzreich has summoned Heine to take on a difficult task that has caused many before him to give up: becoming the new royal tutor for four princes in line for the throne. The four heirs each have very distinct and troublesome personalities: Licht, the flirtatious youngest prince; his immature older brother, Leonhard; Bruno, the studious third prince; and Kai, the oldest of the four and the most reserved. Hilarity unfolds as Heine works to connect with each prince and prepare them for the throne. However, Heine's mysterious past and dark undercurrents in the present may threaten the peace within the kingdom.

On a seemingly endless night that stretches across an entire year, an ordinary university student relentlessly pursues a black-haired underclassman who is the girl of his dreams. His strategy so far has been simple: he deliberately engineers daily encounters with her, making each one appear as a meaningful coincidence. Despite his efforts, their relationship remains stagnant and shows no signs of progress. In contrast, the black-haired girl believes everything is guided by fate and seeks to immerse herself in as many novel experiences as possible, leaving outcomes to destiny. While wandering through Kyoto's bustling streets, she learns that a childhood book—the very starting point of her fated journey—is now available at a second-hand bookstore. Upon hearing this, the college student sees another chance for a "coincidental" meeting: he aims to acquire the book before her, hoping to finally seize the thread of fate that might link their hearts.

Labyrinth Town is a legendary city made up of ten districts, where witches and diviners live. In the outermost part of this maze-like city, many young girls begin their training to become "Urara"—women renowned for their ability to divine answers to the world's toughest questions. Chiya, a wild girl raised among animals in the mountains, is invited to take her rightful place as a first-rank Urara. Through this path, she hopes to discover the whereabouts of her long-lost mother. Chiya quickly befriends three girls: studious Kon Tatsumi, aspiring witch Koume Yukimi, and reserved Nono Natsume. Armed with only their own resourcefulness and a faint connection to the gods, they set out on their journey in the way of the Urara.

The second season of the Rewrite series which adapts Moon and Terra routes.

Shi Miao has no patience for her older brother Shi Fen, who is lazy, dumb, and completely unreliable—despite being just one grade above her at the same high school. Even though the two siblings have no one else to rely on but each other, Shi Miao's explosive temper and Shi Fen's talent for stirring up trouble mean they are always at each other's throats. All Shi Miao wants is for someone to take her brother off her hands—yet, when it really counts, Shi Fen always does his best to look out for his adorable little sister.

Second season of Super Lovers.

Japari Park is a vast natural sanctuary where human-like animal beings called "Friends" go about their daily lives across the park's diverse environments. One quiet afternoon in the savanna zone, the lively Serval comes across an unusual new Friend. Driven by curiosity, she quickly tackles the Friend, named Kaban, to figure out what species she belongs to. To Serval's dismay, even Kaban herself has no idea. The two become companions and embark on a grand journey through the various habitats, landmarks, and attractions of Japari Park. Their goal is the park's library, where they hope to find clues about Kaban's true identity. Along the way, they encounter numerous other Friends, observing their lives and lending a hand when needed. However, they soon start to uncover the dark truth behind the park and their own existence.

Minoa Asagaya finds herself unable to shake a vivid scene from an anime she watched in her childhood, but she can't recall the title no matter how hard she tries. Seeking help, she asks her classmates at Sakaneko High School, and her plea catches the attention of Arisu Kamiigusa, the most popular and affluent girl in class—and a passionate otaku. Even Arisu's extensive knowledge fails to identify the show. Realizing their school has no anime club, Minoa and Arisu decide to establish the Anime Research Club, hoping that by bringing together fellow enthusiasts, they might solve Minoa's mystery. Through this, Minoa is introduced to the strange and fascinating realm of anime.

Second season of Osomatsu-san.

Similar to the living world, the afterlife requires a composed problem-solver to handle the bureaucratic difficulties of maintaining order. That is where Hozuki comes in: a cool-headed demon who is desperately overdue for a vacation.

Following two years of training under the Reiken clan, Ouriku and his fellow novice disciples are tasked with traveling to the temporal world for additional education, prompting Ouriku to begin his return journey to the place of his birth.

Nora Handa is a boy living with Shachi Yuuri, who was taken in by Nora's mother. With support from those around them, the two grew up well even after losing their parents. Shachi, who adores Nora more than anyone, wakes him up each morning. Nora enjoys a cheerful student life alongside Michi Kuroki, a disciplinary committee member and honor student who is his childhood friend, Yuuki Asuhara, a bright gal he can confide in, and other friends at school. One day on his way to school, Nora meets a girl named Patricia in the park. Patricia is a queen from hell and claims she has come to destroy life on the surface. However, she is badly hurt after touching life for the first time—its energy was too strong for her—so Nora has to take care of her. She asks him to teach her about life's mysteries, and he even ends up explaining an erotic book he found in the park...?!

The Sanzou Party has finally reached India, entering a foreign land where the anomaly's influence is widespread and their battles grow increasingly fierce. They also face the tragic destiny that awaits them from five hundred years ago. What awaits them at the conclusion of their long and perilous journey?

The Pingu family relocates from their quiet village to a bustling metropolis filled with residents working in various professions. Driven by curiosity, Pingu attempts to participate in their jobs, but his mischievous nature takes over, leading him to cause chaos and disrupt their work.

Rito Sudou, Kotoko Watatsumugi, and Mari Shirako share a common goal: they want their creations to be cherished worldwide. Combining their unique talents, the trio operates a small boutique named Park in Harajuku. As their popularity begins to grow, their fortunes seem to be heading in a promising direction. However, their livelihood is threatened when aliens called Scoopers arrive on Earth. Lacking any creative spark, the Scoopers travel the cosmos harvesting innovations from other civilizations. As these creatures descend upon Harajuku, a young girl named Misa Maruno appears. Claiming to have fled from the aliens, she hands each of the girls a strange device known as Amatsumara, which enables its user to bring anything they imagine to life. With the future of global artistry hanging in the balance, Rito, Kotoko, and Mari must now confront the Scoopers using the full force of their imaginative powers.

Nike, an ordinary boy from Boering Village, never had any desire to become a hero. However, after the king of Ainshent Castle Town posts a call for heroes to defeat the Demon Lord Giri, Nike's father forcefully sends him off on the quest. Accompanied by Kukuri, a member of the Migu Migu Clan, Nike embarks on an adventure to become the legendary hero the world requires. Traveling across various continents, Nike and Kukuri strive to master the secrets of Guru Guru Magic—a peculiar yet potent form of magic essential for sealing Demon Lord Giri's power. Though they reluctantly take on their assigned mission, the duo never fails to make new friends and enjoy themselves along the journey.

On a spring day, Liones Yelistratova, a pure princess from a small nation, arrives at a specialized school in Hokkaido operated by ALCA to train Logicalists in maintaining world peace. She joins class S, where she encounters numerous classmates with distinct personalities, such as Nina, marking the start of a lively and cute daily life.

The third season of Kyoukai no Rinne.

Since his childhood, Kurogu has been deeply influenced by kabuki theater, a passion fostered by his grandfather. Now a high schooler, he sets out to establish a kabuki club to introduce the art form to a broader audience. However, he quickly discovers that the heavy burden of centuries of rigid tradition makes it difficult to capture the interest of his peers. Undeterred by these initial challenges, Kurogu strives to ignite the same fervent enthusiasm in others that drives him, working tirelessly toward the goal of staging his own kabuki performance.

The idols from 346 Productions return for a glimpse into their daily lives. The Cinderella Project members step away from their busy schedules to enjoy vacations, dine at restaurants, and engage in other joyful pastimes. Whether accompanied by their dedicated producer or spending time with fellow idols, they all know how to make the most of their free time. Breaking from its usual structure, Cinderella Girls Gekijou features short three-minute episodes containing multiple skits that focus on individual characters or small groups.

Each installment centers on Fukuzou Moguro, a traveling salesman, and the client he is currently serving. Moguro provides items that fulfill his clients' deepest wishes, but once their unhealthy cravings are satisfied, the aftermath is often disastrous. Customers who fail to adhere to the strict terms of Moguro's agreements frequently face severe and dire consequences.

The newly debuted idol group Marginal#4 dreams of sending their kisses to the far reaches of the galaxy. Made up of Atom Kirihara, Rui Aiba, and the twins L and R Nomura, they aim to reach the top of the idol world by following the path of Pythagoras Productions' earlier idol group, Lagrange Point. But when they're not on stage, the members of Marginal#4 are just ordinary high school students. Their days are full of all kinds of antics—from securing a club room and chasing down missing underwear to shooting commercials. As they navigate a whirlwind of events, they strive to become shooting-star sensations and win the hearts of their fans, who are called the Starclusters.

Ninth season of the Teekyuu anime series.

A deadly and skilled ninja while on duty, but an adorable and naive girl when off the clock, Chidori continues to clear the path for her master, Nobunaga Oda, as he pushes forward with his conquest of the Land of the Rising Sun. Although Nobunaga has achieved significant strides in his quest, uniting a country has not grown any simpler. Between vengeful former enemies and formidable new rivals, his stubborn opponents have taken up weapons to crush the warlord's ambitions. Yet standing beside the ambitious general are many close allies and supporters, including one loyal and capable shinobi. Ready to assist in any way she can, Chidori recruits key allies, sneaks into enemy fortresses, and battles skilled warriors all in the name of realizing her lord's dream: forging a unified Japan.

This series anthropomorphizes rice (kome in Japanese) into schoolboys. At the Kokuritsu Inaho Academy ("Rice Ear Academy," a wordplay on national schools), five new rice-inspired students attempt to replace bread as the favored grain at the school. These new students form the "Love Rice" unit and take on the challenge of performing at the "Harvest Show" to demonstrate the delicious appeal of rice grains. The "heartwarming 'kome'dy with laughs and passion" aims to let audiences rediscover the virtues of rice ("Japan's soul food").

Ai, Mai, Mii, and Ponoka keep making the most of their high school years by producing manga, competing amiably among themselves, and clashing with tough rivals. As they keep running into a series of strange and funny situations, the girls rarely have a dull moment.

The second season of Cinderella Girls Gekijou.

Powerful, fierce, and adorable! The most easygoing Shinsengumi of all time has arrived! This official spin-off manga by artist Hashimoto Eiji and writer Umemura Shinya, from their series Chiruran Shinsengumi Requiem, showcases the relaxed daily lives of the Shinsengumi fighters.

Second season of ClassicaLoid.

Set in a far-off future, the story begins when a boy encounters a certain girl. The Pan Galaxy Republic has fallen into decline, along with many other empires, scattering the galaxy's inhabitants. Living peacefully on his side of the world, Banjou—who collects trash at the spherical wall—finds a girl frozen inside a broken spaceship. Villains are pursuing her, and suddenly the quiet galaxy stirs with activity. Unbeknownst to him, the frozen girl is Goza 168th, the key that will decide the fate of the entire universe. Overcoming hardships, the two embark on a journey to revive the Galaxy Republic. It may be a tough challenge, but that's fine—let's take it slow! A comedy of an irresponsible galaxy voyage begins!

In each three-minute installment, Piko-tarou improvises the narrative based on illustrations created by director Takashi Taniguchi. He narrates the stories in a fairy-tale style and provides the voices for all characters, including himself.

Second season of Love Kome: We Love Rice.

The ancient and prosperous nation of Japan has evolved into the Anime Kingdom, a realm where anime entities truly exist alongside humans. Beyond the Fairy Ring lies the domain of fairies, home to anime-chans. Fairy Rings are scattered throughout your town, appearing here and there, even within Harajuku and the Ashigara mountains. Through sheer chance, we may open this portal to encounter these anime-chans, entering a world dedicated to meeting them.