1998 Anime

In the year 2071, humanity has colonized the galaxy, yet Earth-like problems such as murder, drug abuse, and theft persist. Consequently, a rising number of tough bounty hunters chase intergalactic outlaws. Spike Spiegel and Jet Black travel through space, hunting criminals to earn a modest living. Under Spike’s goofy and detached exterior lies the burden of a violent history. Jet copes with his own painful memories while caring for Spike and their ship, the Bebop. They are later joined by the attractive con artist Faye Valentine, the eccentric child Edward Wong Hau Pepelu Tivrusky IV, and Ein, a bioengineered Welsh corgi. As the Bebop crew forms bonds and captures a diverse array of criminals, their lives are shaken by a threat from Spike’s past. With a rival’s insane scheme unfolding, Spike faces a choice between his life with his new family or vengeance for his old grievances.

Fourteen-year-old Lain Iwakura, a shy and socially awkward student, receives a peculiar email from Chisa Yomoda, a classmate who has recently taken her own life. Despite having no interest or experience with technology, Lain opens the message, which transports her into the Wired, a digital communication network akin to the real-world internet. Her existence is upended as she faces a series of enigmatic puzzles. Individuals known as the Men in Black start appearing in her vicinity, interrogating her with knowledge of her life that surpasses her own self-awareness. As the line between physical reality and cyberspace grows increasingly indistinct, Lain is drawn into increasingly surreal situations that challenge traditional notions of identity, consciousness, and perception. Created by Chiaki J. Konaka, the creator of Texhnolyze, Serial Experiments Lain is a psychological, avant-garde mystery that tracks Lain’s pivotal decisions, which resonate across both the tangible world and the Wired. Only Lain can grasp the true weight of these dual existences as one realm closes and another opens.

Vash the Stampede carries a 60 billion double-dollar bounty on his head. The reason: he is supposedly a heartless outlaw who destroys anyone who stands in his way and levels entire cities for amusement, earning him the nickname "The Humanoid Typhoon." Wherever he goes, death and ruin follow, and rumor says that even making eye contact with him means certain doom—or so the stories claim. In truth, Vash is an enormous softie who insists he has never killed anyone and does everything he can to avoid violence. With his absurd doughnut obsession and clownish demeanor in tow, Vash travels across the desert planet Gunsmoke, constantly tailed by two insurance agents, Meryl Stryfe and Milly Thompson, who try to keep his collateral damage under control. Before long, their chaotic adventures turn into life-or-death struggles when a group of legendary assassins is called in to bring suffering upon the trio. Vash's painful past comes to light, and his beliefs and moral code are pushed to their absolute limits.

J-pop idol group CHAM! has been entertaining its fans for the past two years. However, all good things must eventually come to an end, and one of its members, Mima Kirigoe, decides to leave the group to pursue acting. Although her decision receives mixed reactions, Mima hopes her fans will continue to support her. But after leaving the group, Mima's life starts to change dramatically. Determined to shake off her pop-idol image, she accepts a role in a crime drama series, and her acting career becomes increasingly demanding and stressful for both her and her manager, Rumi Hidaka. Adding to Mima's growing anxiety, an obsessed fan who cannot accept that she has quit being an innocent idol begins stalking her, a mysterious new website starts impersonating her life with precise details, and CHAM! seems to be doing better without her. Each disturbing development pushes Mima further toward instability, making it harder for her to tell reality from fantasy.

Ten-year-old Sakura Kinomoto is an ordinary fourth grader living in Tomoeda until she accidentally discovers a mysterious book of cards called "The Clow." While examining her find, she inadvertently unleashes a magical gust of wind that scatters the cards across the town. This incident awakens the Beast of the Seal—Keroberos, nicknamed "Kero"—who informs Sakura that she has released the mystical Clow Cards, created by the sorcerer Clow Reed. Because each card can act independently and possesses immense power, Clow had sealed them away. Now that they are free, the cards pose a serious threat to the world, and it falls upon Sakura to stop them. Appointing Sakura as the "Cardcaptor" and giving her the Sealed Key, Kero charges her with finding and recapturing all the Clow Cards. With her best friend Tomoyo Daidouji at her side and Kero's guidance, Sakura must balance her new secret responsibility with everyday life as she embarks on magical adventures as Cardcaptor Sakura.

Unlike his peers, Takumi Fujiwara has no real enthusiasm for automobiles and knows almost nothing about the underground world of car enthusiasts and street racers. As the son of a tofu shop owner, he is obligated to make daily tofu deliveries without fail, driving along Mount Akina’s winding roads. For Takumi, any talk about cars or driving only brings to mind the monotonous chore forced upon him each morning. One night, the Akagi Red Suns—a notorious street racing team—arrive in Akina to challenge its local mountain pass. Led by their star drivers, Ryousuke and Keisuke Takahashi, the Red Suns aim to conquer every racing circuit in Kanto and prove themselves the fastest team in the region. However, they are stunned when one of their aces is overtaken by an old Toyota AE86 during a return drive from Akina. After that incident, the Takahashi brothers become wary of a mysterious driver who possesses remarkable skill and intimate knowledge of the local roads—the AE86 of Mount Akina.

Bullies frequently pick on those who are frail and weak—someone exactly like Yuugi Mutou. His childhood friend, the beautiful Anzu Mazaki, often defends him, but he cannot rely on her forever. Katsuya Jonouchi, usually accompanied by his verbal sparring partner Hiroto Honda, does not seem like a bad person either, even though he always brings Yuugi trouble. Above all, Yuugi longs for a true friend who understands him and would never betray him. Yuugi treasures his Millennium Puzzle, an ancient Egyptian artifact that ended up in his grandfather's game shop. Believing that solving the puzzle will grant his wish, he completes it, unleashing a new personality within him—the soul of the "King of Games." Dark, twisted, strong, and dependable, this new personality, named Yami Yuugi, is the complete opposite of Yuugi. Whenever an injustice is done to him, Yami Yuugi takes over Yuugi's body and forces the opponent into a "Shadow Game." The stakes are high, as the loser must taste the darkness that resides within their own heart.

Yukino Miyazawa serves as the female class representative and is the most admired freshman girl at her high school. Excelling in both academics and athletics while maintaining an elegant and sociable demeanor, she has been the subject of admiration throughout her life. However, beneath this facade, she is extremely vain and works tirelessly to uphold her high grades, athletic prowess, and polished image. Her greatest desire is to be the focus of attention and praise—which is why she despises Souichirou Arima, the male class representative and the only person more accomplished than her. From the first day of high school, she has tried in vain to steal the spotlight from her new rival. Finally, on the midterm exams, Yukino achieves the top score, surpassing Souichirou. To her surprise, he congratulates her on her success, making her question her own deceptive ways. When Souichirou confesses his feelings for her, Yukino rejects him and boasts about it at home with only a slight twinge of regret. Yet the next day, Souichirou arrives at Yukino's house to deliver a CD and witnesses her true, unrestrained self; armed with this secret, he blackmails her into helping him finish his student council duties. Forced to spend time with Souichirou, Yukino discovers that she is not the only one hiding secrets.

Gene Starwind has always dreamed of flying his own starship into the vast reaches of space. However, that dream remains out of reach as he spends his days taking odd jobs alongside his partner James Hawking on the small planet Sentinel III. Everything changes when the pair accepts a job from Rachel Sweet, a treasure-hunting outlaw in disguise. Tasked with protecting a mysterious girl named Melfina, this encounter irreversibly alters their lives and sends them hurtling into the unknown aboard the highly advanced vessel Outlaw Star. Seihou Bukyou Outlaw Star follows Gene and his motley crew as they brave the final frontier, traveling among the stars to uncover the secrets surrounding Melfina. Along the way, they clash with dangerous bounty hunters, space pirates, Taoist mages, and even catgirls—ensuring a thrilling adventure lies around every corner.

Six years prior, a catastrophic incident occurred at the Tower of Fang magic school concerning the magical sword Baltanders and the sorcerer Azalie. Because Azalie could not master the blade’s power, they were transformed into a massive dragon known as Bloody August. Krilancelo, a young magician at the Tower who held deep affection for Azalie, was disgusted by the elders’ refusal to save Azalie and their desire to erase the accident from history. Enraged by their indifference, Krilancelo vowed to restore Azalie to their original form. He abandoned the name Krilancelo, adopting the name Orphen instead, and left the Tower and his magical studies behind to roam the world.

Following a catastrophic earthquake, Tokyo was rapidly reconstructed thanks to humanoid robots called boomers, which now serve as inexpensive labor. Genom Corporation, the creator of these machines, has amassed immense wealth and expanded its influence into space. However, neural malfunctions are causing some boomers to go berserk, leading to violent rampages that destroy property and kill humans. In response, Tokyo established the Advanced Police to handle boomer-related incidents, while rumors persist of a shadowy vigilante group known as the Knight Sabers. Eager to investigate this unit, the adventurous Linna Yamazaki travels to Tokyo to meet her idols. There, she encounters the mysterious singer Priscilla Asagiri, the sleek entrepreneur Sylia Stingray, and the energetic Nene Romanova, who have united for their own reasons. As the conflict escalates, the girls discover that the boomer crisis runs far deeper than they ever imagined.

Five years have passed since the Emperor of Marmo perished during the War of Heroes, leaving Parn as the Free Knight of Lodoss alongside his renowned former allies. Yet, Ashram, the late emperor’s right-hand man, pursues the scepter of domination to reunify Lodoss under his former leader’s banner. Concurrently, a darker power stirs behind these conquest attempts, preparing the way for the resurrection of the goddess of death and destruction.

Taichi Keaton tackles cases across the world, each one leading to fresh adventure. Drawing on his wide-ranging skills in investigation, archaeology, and survival, along with his time as a professor, a Falklands War veteran, and an SAS agent, he solves the perilous and thrilling challenges that come his way in every episode.

Fudo Jun is a famous supermodel adored by many, but she harbors a hidden truth she herself is initially unaware of: flowing through her veins are the genes representing humanity's next evolutionary stage—the same blood as the beastly superhumans terrorizing the city. Unlike the others, however, Jun has managed to cling to her humanity. She is recruited by the enigmatic Asuka Ran, a member of a covert government organization dedicated to controlling—if not eradicating—these berserk destroyers of mankind. As Devilman Lady, Jun must now hunt down and eliminate her own kind, yet the question remains: how much longer can she hold onto her sanity in a situation she never chose?

As the 21st century begins, Japan finds itself in a period of financial and political decline. Seeking to rejuvenate the country, the military develops a new generation of battlefield weapons—mechanical suits called Tactical Armor (TA). While these suits offer greatly enhanced mobility, they impose severe strain on their operators, and only a select few can manage them effectively. Yuushirou Gouwa is one such gifted pilot, possessing a rare natural skill for controlling these machines. As the fourth son of the influential Gouwa family, he is well acquainted with the reach of powerful authority. His prowess and understanding of the TAs are soon put to the test when other nations and factions race to create their own combat-ready versions of the technology. Matters take a grim turn when Yuushirou encounters a mysterious girl, who warns him about the future that could unfold if he awakens a "terror." Though he attempts to follow her advice, his own family may be more deeply entwined in the escalating conflict than they reveal.

Shido Tatsuhiko works as a private detective, but he is also a vampire who cannot recall much of his history. He is accompanied by Yayoi Matsunaga, a female government agent; Riho Yamazaki, an orphaned teenage girl who serves as his assistant; and Guni, a tiny green imp. Together, they confront monstrous demonic entities called Nightbreed. At the same time, Cain, the vampire who turned Shido into what he is, is searching for him.

This is a large collection of short episodes featuring the Goddesses from the Ah My Goddess anime and manga. The series is filled with parodies of other works and a wide array of jokes, as the Goddesses spend their time both tormenting and relaxing with their rat friend Gan.

Four young men—Aya, Youji, Ken, and Omi—compose Weiss Kreuz (WK), an assassin group tasked with eliminating certain threats to society. Each member employs a unique fighting style: Aya is skilled with a katana, Youji has perfected strangulation using strings, Ken wields deadly metal claws, and Omi specializes in a variety of projectiles. Under the direction of a mysterious man called only "Persia," the WK is sent to handle drug rings, terrorist groups, and similar dangers. As their missions proceed, they come to realize that most—if not all—of the criminals they have faced are tied to the Takatori family, a wealthy, powerful, and influential clan. To cut the problem off at its source, the WK must bring an end to one of Japan's most prominent families.

An ancient deity named Ranga stirs from its slumber on a remote South Pacific island, long abandoned by humanity. Minami, Ushio, and Yuuhi Shimabara, three sisters residing in Tokyo, learn that they have inherited this island kingdom and its colossal guardian. When Ranga arrives in Tokyo, it becomes a focal point of awe and strife among the sisters who control the entity, those seeking its destruction, and those hoping to exploit its power.

Millie Nocturne's single greatest ambition is to become the best in the universe at absolutely everything. Yet when she tries her hand at being the "best detective," she finds herself reluctantly partnered with two people who will change her life forever: Kane Blueriver, the psi-blade-wielding master of the starship Swordbreaker, and Canal, the sharp-tongued holographic form of the ship's computer. Follow this mismatched trio as they race through space, taking on intergalactic crime lords, rogue starships, and hijackers dressed as chickens—and that's just the start of the chaos.

In the year 2023, extraterrestrial entities called Lucifer Hawks launch an invasion of Earth from a parallel dimension. The sole barrier against their subjugation of humanity is the Attacked Mystification Police Department, an elite Tokyo Police unit composed of female officers possessing extraordinary supernatural powers.

In the realm of Kuruda, warriors who possess magical abilities and exceptional combat skills compete for the greatest honor: the rank of Sevaar, the most powerful fighter in the land. Elle Ragu, who goes by the alias Shadow Skill, has recently become the latest Sevaar, but that does not make her existence any simpler. Instructing her "little brother," Gau, in the art of warfare, defending against killers dispatched from other nations, and repelling foreign attacks is already challenging, yet her most difficult struggle is covering the cost of her alcohol debts.

Set a few months after the events of the Saber Marionette J OVA, this new chapter in the Saber Marionette saga follows Otaru and his devoted, possessive marionette girls as they face fresh challenges. The villainous Faust has returned, once again meddling with forbidden Marionette technology. The Saber Dolls reappear, caught between their budding affection for Otaru and their unshakable allegiance to Faust. Can Otaru, Lime, Cherry, and Bloodberry thwart Faust a second time, or will they all end up on the scrap heap?

In a small village, twins are born: a boy named Tatara and a girl named Sarasa. The prophet Nagi proclaims that Tatara is the destined one to liberate Japan from the oppressive reign of the King and his four sons. However, after the merciless Red King kills Tatara, Sarasa must assume her brother's identity and responsibilities, setting out on a journey to free Japan and seek vengeance against the Red King.

Team Warrior operates as a specialized anti-terror unit within the Neo-Tokyo Police force. Its members include Rio, who is perpetually broke; Maya, who has an obsession with guns; computer expert Lillica; technology specialist Nanvel; Yuji, a pilot with voyeuristic tendencies; and their enigmatic leader, Maki. The team handles various assignments such as bodyguard details, dismantling robbery and arms trafficking operations, and guarding a highly formidable tank. Rio and the others consistently foil the schemes of Ruby, an agent working for a mysterious coalition of influential figures. In the lead-up to the final confrontation, the story uncovers how Team Warrior was originally assembled, how the clever Rio came to be part of it, and the painful history that Maki carries.

The chairman of Kisuragi School, Keiko Himuro, assembles an all-girl baseball team under the leadership of Ryo Hayakawa, the daughter of a renowned pitcher, with the intention of showing that girls can compete on equal footing with boys. Their objective: Koshien Stadium, a destination granted only to the most elite teams.

Okometsubu Fujiyama has just transferred to Wakame High School, where his goal is to make 100 friends—until he crosses paths with the bizarre Masaru Hananakajima. Masaru is a martial artist specializing in the "Sexy Commando" fighting style. He establishes a club around this art, bringing in Fujiyama, whom he dubs Fuumin. The club soon fills with odd, offbeat characters. Along the way, the group encounters aliens, mustaches, and cute fuzzy animals as the club gains popularity.

Miho Shinohara is a carefree third-grader who dreams of becoming a manga artist. One day, she meets Mogu and Pigu—two lost fairies disguised as stuffed animals. In exchange for letting them stay at her home until they can return to their own world, the fairies give Miho a special sketch pad and pencil that let her turn anything she draws into real objects. With the pencil, Miho can also transform into Lala, a beautiful teenage girl based on her manga art. As Lala, she is discovered by a talent agency, and her adventures begin as she goes from an ordinary schoolgirl to a model and then an idol singer.

Miz plans to step down from her role as the Great Priestess of Water to marry her beloved Fujisawa, and as her replacement, the young Qawoor Towles arrives in Floristica. Seeing Qawoor's initiation ceremony as an opportunity to sneak into Makoto's laboratory, Jinnai accidentally activates a mysterious device that transports all of them across dimensions to a gray industrial city protected by a massive castle in an alternate world.

In the near future, much of Earth has been flooded or shattered by earthquakes. At the heart of the chaos lies the enigmatic Orphan, who may or may not be the original cause of these disasters. Orphan aims to raise a ship buried deep beneath the ocean to the surface—an act that would wipe out all humans except for the small number loyal to Orphan. Orphan's agents pilot mysterious mecha called Grand Cheres, scouring the world for enormous, mysterious disks that sporadically appear, tearing through the countryside or cities at high speed when they crash. When one such dying disk nearly kills Hime, a Brain Powerd is born from it. Brain Powerds are another type of mecha, similar to but distinct from Grand Cheres. Hime becomes the Brain Powerd's pilot, forming a symbiotic bond with the living machine, and joins an international organization dedicated to stopping Orphan—or at least saving humanity if Orphan succeeds.

Ryo, Gawl, and Koji are three youths who journey to the past with a single goal: to alter the course of history. In their own era, they discover that their nation, Kubere, employs genetically enhanced individuals known as generators as military weapons. These generators trigger the Third War, which wipes out most of humanity. So Koji, Ryo, and Gawl have arrived to prevent those events from happening.

In the 25th century, a dark lord has contaminated history with time-devices that could cause irreversible damage. Genshi and his father once lived in prehistoric times before being fossilized. After their discovery, Genshi is restored to his original state. With assistance from his father, a boy named Tony, and a girl named Sara, he must journey through time to return the time-devices to the land of time and save history.

Tasuke Shichiri's friends are jealous of him—since his parents are always traveling, he gets to do whatever he likes. To keep him from feeling lonely, his father sends him a surprising present: a strange ring called the shitenrin. From it emerges a moon goddess named Shaorin, who is devoted to protecting her "master"—no matter how big a mess she makes in the process.

Based on a four-panel comic, this anime keeps the same fast pace by tracking its regular cast of vivid characters through separate but interconnected story lines in each episode. From Ms. Shitara's persistent yet always futile sexual pursuit of young Takagi to the exploits of the heroicly foolish but endearing Sushi Cat, you will be baffled by the sheer silliness but end up laughing for that very reason.

Each episode follows Nuku Nuku's high school adventures and mishaps, along with her interactions with fellow students. The overarching plot involves the villainous Mishima Industries trying to dominate the globe with their products. Opposing them are the eccentric Kyuusaku Natsume and Nuku Nuku, an android who serves as a companion to his young son. Nuku Nuku's classmates are all peculiar: class president Futaba is a domineering control freak who can't stand losing authority at school. Chieko Shirakaba is a wealthy snob accompanied by two sycophants who always back her up. There is also a bookworm, a mystic, a scientist, and a pop singer. Each lives up to their label: the mystic constantly predicts doom using tarot cards, spirits, or other occult methods; the pop singer communicates only through song; the bookworm always has her nose buried in a book. These quirks contribute to the show's humor.

Miura Kyoji, a devoted kendo practitioner, learns that his master Tate Masanari is the reincarnation of the Incan warrior Yawaru, who intends to destroy the world as a means of purification. Kyoji himself is the reincarnation of Bilka, the warrior who thwarted Yawaru's plans in their past lives. Yawaru gathers other awakened souls to unleash the forces of nature. Kyoji is forced to grapple with his own identity, questioning whether he is merely a vessel for the reincarnated soul or truly Miura Kyoji—and which of these selves holds the best chance to save the world and the future he knows.

A "patapi" is an adorable mechanical creature similar to a cyber pet, capable of eating, sleeping, playing, and even assisting its owners with various tasks. When Hibari Hanakoganei receives a patapi from a prince she encounters in her dreams, she is overjoyed and names it Densuke. However, when shady forces attempt to steal Densuke, Hibari learns that it is no ordinary patapi—Densuke possesses magical abilities that let it transform into a powerful cyber-fighter bearing Hibari's appearance. Hibari's friends also obtain similar patapis, and together they unite as the Cyber Team in Akihabara.

Fuguno Matsuo has spent all 24 years of his life without a girlfriend, and a fortune teller's prediction that he never will only adds to his misery. Everything changes when he catches sight of Nagisa-sensei and falls head over heels, immediately beginning to court her earnestly. Into this situation steps Hamaoka, a coworker who has developed a crush on Fuguno, leading to the formation of a love triangle.

After a great and terrible war, Haruka is the last surviving human on Earth. Even though humanity is gone, she is not alone—advanced robots survived the apocalypse, and five of them live with and care for her: Spike, a boyish android deeply attached to her; Trigger, hot-tempered and fond of firearms; Cleric, the intelligent problem solver; Reeves, whose thoughtfulness masks his intimidating appearance; and Angela, a sword-wielding recluse who avoids humans. They reside in a high-rise building at the city center, where Haruka leads a fairly peaceful life with her mechanical family. But her life is far from stable. Resources are scarce, and violent remnant robots from the war roam free, ready to destroy anyone they meet. Kurogane Communication follows Haruka as she tries to survive in an apocalyptic world, facing many dangers that challenge her daily life.

Bolt Crank, the World's Greatest Mercenary, continues his exploits. His unique ability lets him consume any object, particularly metal and weapons, and later materialize those items from his right hand when needed.

Despite possessing natural talent in multiple athletic disciplines, Shunichi Domoto lacks genuine enthusiasm for any of them—until he stumbles into the realm of competitive yo-yo play. The turning point arrives when Shunichi's companion, Beso Kimura, forfeits his yo-yo in a match against schoolyard bully Benkei Musashimaru. Though he has no experience, Shunichi finally agrees to help Beso recover his property. After three days of training, Shunichi faces Benkei and, against expectations, defeats the fairly skilled opponent. Victory convinces Shunichi that yo-yo is simple to conquer and that he can effortlessly dominate anything he decides to tackle. However, a crushing defeat at the hands of prodigious yo-yo master Seito Hojoin demolishes his pride. That humbling loss stirs a fire within Shunichi, and he resolves to overcome Seito at Japan's national Yo-yo Championship.

Esumi Fuuka is an elementary school student who stands 163 cm tall with a slender physique. Although her adult-like figure suggests she is a university undergraduate, she actually possesses the mindset of a young child. This stark contrast between her physical appearance and her mental maturity leads to numerous misunderstandings surrounding her.

The story takes place in Steam City, a metropolis reminiscent of London where coal and steam power drive all of civilization. The city is often shrouded in a mist generated by the steam, which villains exploit to conceal themselves and carry out their nefarious schemes. Only a brave few dare to venture into the depths of this steamy fog. These individuals are known as the Steam Detectives: Narutaki, armed with his convertible all-purpose pistol; his nurse-assistant Lingling; and his Megamaton robot, Gohliki.

Milk-chan is a girl living in a house that is stuck on the side of a building, accompanied by her two sidekicks: Tetsu-ko, a paranoid robot shaped like a bottle, and Hanage, a green blob with a mustache. Milk is too poor to pay the rent, especially after her failed attempt to extort a local ant family. However, she is saved when the president himself offers her a job—some kind of secret mission. Milk-chan answers the phone to receive these missions from the president by saying something like, "Hello, Bank of Hokkaido. Just kidding!" After receiving her mission, Milk-chan and her sidekicks take off in the "Milk-6" helicopter to carry it out. Did I mention this is a spoof of 1970s spy thrillers or some sort of Bond movie?

Licca Kayama considers herself an ordinary ten-year-old girl residing in a tranquil Japanese neighborhood with her mother and grandmother, spending her days at school and hanging out with friends. However, her guardians have concealed a crucial truth: she is actually a princess of the secret Doll Kingdom. During a school trip to a local museum, Licca and her classmates are ambushed by the menacing Scarecrow and his subordinates. Hired by the villainous new leaders of the Doll Kingdom, these evil followers will use every magical trick available to capture the young princess. Licca’s sole salvation arrives in the form of the Doll Knights, former powerful protectors of the royal family who now stand as the only force capable of combating the darkness that has overtaken her ancestral home.

Sentimental Journey consists of twelve distinct short narratives, each focusing on a different girl. While the episodes are not directly connected, they share a unifying theme: the bittersweet nature of each girl's initial romantic experience.

By the year 2010, radio broadcasting in Japan is experiencing a downturn. In an effort to boost their falling listener numbers, a radio station run by a group of chronic underachievers decides on a bold strategy: bringing on the very first android announcer. Maico may be adorable, but simply being a novelty isn't enough to capture the unpredictable audience's attention—especially when her colleagues are so incompetent.

The narrative revolves around brothers Retsuya and Gouki, who pursue the same ambition as Go and Retsu—racing and striving to win championships. The two new brothers confront a series of traps laid by a nefarious organization. Together with other friends, they endeavor to fully enjoy their races, flaunting their competitive spirit and combating any evil that might endanger the sport they hold dear.

A young woman named Popuri, who has recently relocated to the city center, stumbles upon a modest apothecary known as Fun Fun Pharmacy. There she encounters Miss Fukiko, who is secretly a witch. Fukiko presents Popuri with an enigmatic flask capable of summoning magical spirits.

The story unfolds after Prince Pietro, the half-human, half-dragon ruler of Popolocrois, fends off another failed invasion attempt by the villainous GamiGami. A mysterious girl named Hyuu emerges in the woods surrounding Popolocrois Castle, setting off a new adventure for Pietro, his sorceress companion Narcia, and their entire group of friends. This narrative takes place in the timeline following the events of the original Popolocrois game.

Kaihei is an ordinary high school boy who learns that his late grandfather has bequeathed him the role of chairman at St. Luminous Mission High School, an all-girls institution. As the sole male student on campus, he finds himself responsible for enforcing school regulations, overseeing daily activities, and meting out discipline. Shortly after his arrival, however, it becomes apparent that a student has vanished. Kaihei, together with his closest companions, resolves to uncover the truth behind the disappearance—without involving the local authorities—before graduation arrives.

In ages past, the Dark B-Da, or dark beings, assaulted B-Da City in an attempt to seize control of the entire Blue Solar System. Utilizing their legendary might and clever technology, the valiant B-Daman managed to defeat the Nol Arc Empire and bring tranquility back to the cosmos. A millennium later, the Dark B-Da have resurfaced to subjugate the Blue Solar System and expand their rule. Shirobon, a young B-Daman driven by a fierce sense of justice, steps up to protect B-Da City. Teaming up with his companions, they engage in combat against the Dark B-Da, who have arrived to obliterate their homeland.

Momoko is a high school student striving to live up to her older sister Sakura. Sakura works in an office alongside numerous colleagues. Together with their friends, the two sisters navigate the daily challenges and situations encountered by women.

Beast Wars Second introduces a new group of characters taking place far in the future, who journey to a devastated Earth that has been renamed the planet Gaia. The Cybertrons, under the command of Lio Convoy, are dispatched to examine a strange alteration in the planet’s behavior and to stop the Destrons, led by Galvatron, who aim to consume Gaia’s abundant energy source known as Angolmois.

Sequel to the series Grander Musashi. A youthful yet experienced fisherman named Musashi Kazama, together with his two friends, travels around the globe in pursuit of seven mysterious objects known as "Legenders," each taking the form of a fish and possessing fantastic power. It is said that anyone who catches a Legender can gain the ability to change the world. Unfortunately, Musashi ends up competing against several other fishermen who also aspire to capture a Legender.

Shu comes from Datania, a nation where young children are forced into labor. While trying to flee with his friends, they encounter the Returners, a group of rebels opposing Datania. Shu joins the Returners in their fight against Zero, Nines, and his followers, who are pursuing DT—a unique substance found within humans.

Follow the wild antics of the Osawagi household. Young Kotetsu, likely the liveliest kid in Urayasu, constantly causes trouble alongside his eccentric group of friends. The series showcases distinct, finely crafted characters combined with rapid-fire action and comedy.

Futarigurashi follows Kenji Aoyama, an aspiring erotic mangaka. To help with rent, his friend's younger brother, Hikari Satou, offers to become his roommate—but it turns out that Hikari is, in almost every way, a girl. The series revolves around Kenji and Hikari getting involved with various women.

Takashi has a passion for reading, with a particular fondness for "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland". While purchasing some used books, he discovers one that was unexpectedly included. Upon opening it, the "God of Math," M-1, appears and informs Takashi that Alice has been abducted, requesting his help to rescue her. Takashi then embarks on an adventure in Wonderland to save Alice.

In the Heian period, roughly one thousand years ago, a young noble boy named Ojarumaru grows weary of his sheltered, luxurious life. Meanwhile, three demons steal the power-stick belonging to Enma, the demon king, only to later misplace it. Ojarumaru discovers the stick and uses it to travel to the present day. There, he becomes friends with a boy named Kazuma and is taken in by Kazuma's family. As time passes, Ojarumaru forms many new friendships while evading the comedic attempts of the three demons—Akane, Kisuke, and Aobee—to reclaim the stick.