Best Adventure Anime of 1991

Goku Son and his companions are enjoying a camping trip when three mysterious foes suddenly ambush them. After a brief skirmish, Cooler, the fourth villain, emerges. Driven by a thirst for revenge over his brother Frieza's downfall, Cooler sets his sights on Goku. Goku barely manages to escape with Gohan Son and goes into hiding. Frustrated by this setback, Cooler and his minions launch an unyielding hunt for Goku, determined to track him down and exact their vengeance.

Gohan Son and Piccolo are enjoying a quiet moment when they detect a powerful energy approaching Earth. News quickly spreads that this energy is a small planet heading straight for the planet. Gokuu Son and Kuririn try to redirect the tiny planet with a Kamehameha, but their efforts fail, and both are thrown back. Just as the object nears Earth's surface, it suddenly changes course and eventually explodes. The small planet reveals itself to be a carrier for what looks like a castle. A large army emerges and announces that the planet now belongs to Slug, the king of the universe. While protecting the city from the invasion, Gohan accidentally loses their Dragon Ball, which Slug promptly takes. By reading Bulma's thoughts and confiscating her Dragon Radar, Slug commands his forces to gather the wish-granting spheres. Once he has the Dragon Balls, Slug uses them to regain his youth, becoming youthful, intelligent, and immensely powerful. With these new abilities, Slug begins his plan to conquer the world.

After the demon lord Hadlar was defeated, every monster was freed from his evil influence and relocated to the island of Delmurin to coexist peacefully. The only human residing on the island is a boy named Dai, who was raised by the kind monster Brass. Dai's ambition is to become a hero when he grows up. That dream starts to become reality when Hadlar is revived and the former hero Avan arrives to train Dai for the upcoming battle. However, Hadlar, revealing that he now serves an even more powerful demon lord, comes to kill Avan. In an attempt to save his students, Avan uses a self-sacrifice spell to attack, but he cannot defeat Hadlar. Just when it appears that Dai and Avan's other student, Pop, are doomed, a mark appears on Dai's forehead, granting him sudden superpowers that allow him to fend off Hadlar. The two students then set out on a journey to avenge Avan and restore peace to the world.

A typical day at the Tendo Anything-Goes Martial Arts Training Hall takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious girl named Lychee, along with her giant elephant Jasmine, arrives to settle an old grudge with the lecherous martial arts master Happosai. Long ago, Happosai gave Lychee's great-grandmother one half of a legendary scroll that was said to bring happiness to whoever possessed it. The women of Lychee's family have waited three generations for the promised prince—yet he never appeared. But the moment Lychee lets the scroll out of her hands, the prince finally shows up. Unfortunately, at that very moment, Ranma's reluctant fiancée Akane Tendo is holding the scroll, and the long-awaited prince is eager to sweep his lucky bride away. With no other choice, Ranma and his friends follow Prince Kirin's majestic flying barge all the way to Nekonron, China, where they find themselves facing off against the Seven Lucky Gods of martial arts.

In the medieval kingdom of Pars, young Prince Arslan struggles with the coldness of his father and the distance of his mother, longing to understand the world beyond the castle walls. Though he witnesses widespread suffering and slavery among his people, he holds onto a vision of a fairer society. Everything crumbles when Lusitania invades Pars, forcing Arslan to mature rapidly. "Arslan Senki" chronicles the prince's wartime journey as he fights to recover his homeland and protect those he loves, aided by a loyal group of advisors. Along the way, Arslan uncovers hidden truths and confronts enemies who despise him for his royal birth, yet he also discovers unexpected allies. While portraying the brutal realities of war, "Arslan Senki" is also the tale of a young man's struggle to uphold his ideals amid overwhelming odds.

The Knight Sabers' story continues as the team investigates the cause behind a series of robberies, murders, and Boomer malfunctions, all linked to the development of an advanced artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, tensions rise within the group, hinting that the Knight Sabers may be on the verge of disbanding.

Doraemon and Nobita used a pair of special shoes that let them jump into the worlds of whichever books they desired. Nobita let Shizuka borrow the shoes so she could enter the world of a book she wanted to explore. Shizuka became lost in Nobita's copy of Sinbad Legend of the Seven Seas. After Nobita's mother burned all of his books, Doraemon and the others had to find another way to rescue Shizuka.

At age 14, Kazami Hayato serves as the youngest competitor in Cyber Formula, a Grand Prix where all vehicles are fitted with computers for racing assistance. Supported by Asurada—the most sophisticated cybernavigation system—along with team Sugo, Hayato aims to claim victory in the 10th Cyber Formula Grand Prix. Throughout this journey, Hayato must discover the true essence of being a racer and understand that winning requires more than just piloting the fastest machine. Additionally, Kazami needs to earn the respect of experienced racers, stop those trying to steal Asurada, and take part in races beyond Cyber Formula.

Lupica, yet another space princess from the endless stream of them who apparently discovered Earth through some travel brochure, shows up and kidnaps Ataru! However, Lupica isn't interested in Ataru for his good looks or winning personality—since he lacks both. Her true aim is the galaxy's most potent love potion, which she plans to use to make her beloved agree to marriage. To obtain it, she requires the being with the strongest lust in the entire cosmos...

Three centuries ago, the mighty warrior Taishaku-ten rose against the world's divine rulers, seized power, and established a tyrannical reign that went unchallenged for years. Yet the sightless prophet Kuyou foretold that the Six Stars, joined by a member of the extinct Ashura race, would eventually bring down Taishaku-ten. The Ashura—marked by pointed ears and golden eyes—unite with the formidable fighter Yasha-ou and four other Stars to oppose Taishaku-ten. Their quest takes them through devastated lands and into clashes with terrifying demons that haunt the realm. As destiny unfolds, Ashura and Yasha-ou must locate the final Star before time runs out.

A full three years have passed since Gargoyle and Neo-Atlantis were defeated, but now a fresh threat emerges in the form of Geiger. This new foe wields advanced robotic technology and plans to spark a global war, then take control amid the resulting turmoil. Once again, Nadia and Jean are thrust into action, striving to keep the world from bringing about its own destruction.

Lupin takes part in a dangerous car race stretching from Madrid to Paris. The ultimate reward is Napoleon's dictionary, which contains the key to the Treasure of the Empire—an object desired by numerous parties. Accompanied by his companions, Lupin vies for the prize while being chased nonstop by Inspector Zenigata and various international secret agents. Vintage cars and modern weaponry amplify the thrill and peril of the competition.

A direct follow-up to Tanoshii Moomin Ikka. The gentle and peaceful Moomin trolls inhabit the remote, mysterious Moomin Valley. Young Moomin and his household encounter a variety of strange adventures, ranging from magical to everyday. This series is based on Tove Jansson's children's stories. Note: In some countries, these episodes are regarded as part of the first season.

Approximately 1,800 years ago in China, the Han dynasty's authority declined, and conflict erupted across the land. Liu Bei, a young and impoverished seller of straw mats from the countryside of Hebai Hsing, formed an oath of eternal brotherhood with the heroes Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. Together, Liu Bei began constructing his vision of a righteous kingdom that would aid citizens suffering from persecution.

In a futuristic Tokyo, a group of policewomen are battling a monster. One of them, Katsumi Liqueur, recalls encountering it before... Katsumi Liqueur, an American of Japanese heritage, travels to Tokyo to visit her ailing mother, Fuyuka, in the hospital. After her taxi is delayed by traffic, she takes a shortcut through an alley, where she stumbles upon a monster and two policewomen fighting it. Later, she meets their leader, Rally Cheyenne, who appears to have been anticipating her arrival, even though Katsumi has never met her. The policewomen seek Katsumi's assistance in confronting the monster, but she, reluctant to accept the existence of magic, refuses.

Inheriting from the classic Wizardry game, The Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, the story follows a group of adventurers who enter a dungeon to stop a powerful wizard's quest for absolute power. Along the way, they encounter new companions, each burdened by personal conflicts that become linked with the main objective.

In an instant, high schooler Taku Shimamura is whisked away to the strange realm of Slaffleaze, a world ruled by intelligent beings whose cruel leader, Zolba, has set his sights on conquering the planet they call Capricorn—Earth. Teaming up with the downtrodden peasants of Slaffleaze, Taku must thwart Zolba's dark forces before they open a path to the unsuspecting world he calls home. To succeed, he must win the affection and confidence of the final surviving Yappie, the ancient protectors of Slaffleaze. But this is no simple task—the last Yappie is not merely a charming young girl, but a dragon as well, and earning her trust will demand every bit of courage and boldness Taku can muster.

A centuries-old manuscript has been unearthed, detailing the exploits of the legendary Samurai Troopers—events that occur centuries after the text was penned. Does this imply that the Troopers are nothing more than players trapped in a scripted destiny, forced to walk a preordained course? And what part does Suzunagi play in this enigma? This mysterious young woman presents each warrior with their deepest longing—atonement, formidable armor, or release from a warrior's existence. But what is her true intention behind these alluring offers to the Troopers and their armors?

A new Getter robot is piloted by three youth as they combat the evil terrors that plague the world.

Though born into a famous bloodline, Madara was raised in obscurity as a blacksmith's apprentice. His life takes a sudden turn when he encounters the demon Mouki, an event that reveals his destined path and launches him on a magical journey. Driven by vengeance, Madara joins forces with rebels, enchanted swords, and Kirin—the ruler of the Majin—to challenge his brother and ultimately overthrow his oppressive father, Miroku.

The ruler of the Tower of Wind aims to acquire the fabled power of the Dragon's Head. To accomplish this, they recruit fighter Moka, thief Buruman, and magic user Kiriman to retrieve it. However, the Dragon's Head is locked away inside the Temple of Fire, forcing Moka to confront the sect that has guarded it for generations in order to claim it.

The Dunbas Empire sets its sights on conquering the peaceful kingdom of Rimbell. The three princesses are determined to stand against the invaders, especially the middle sister, the tomboyish and sword-wielding Luna. Following a magical mishap in the castle's cellars, she becomes stuck waist-deep in the head of a massive green reptile, the legendary Varga, and now serves as its "brain." Even in her human form, she retains a reptilian tail. She must fend off a persistent giant invader and rescue her sister, who has been kidnapped by a pterodactyl.

An evil empire called Jaaku suddenly launches a raid on Earth. In response, a light emerges from the planet and fights back—this is the Raijin-Oh, piloted by Eldran. Eldran has protected the Earth since ancient times, but during the battle he is injured, causing Raijin-Oh to crash to the ground. Meanwhile, Jaaku scatters their weapons, known as Aku Darmer, across the world. At Yosho Elementary School, the third class of the fifth grade is holding extra lessons. Eldran entrusts them with the Raijin Medal and asks them to save the Earth in his place, then vanishes. Thus, the Earth Defense Agency, composed of elementary school students, is formed.

Ramune arrives back on Earth without any recollection of his past exploits in Hara-Hara World and Doki-Doki Space. The remnants of Gobuhriki have pursued him and managed to rouse the spirit of Don Harumage. At the same time, Cocoa constructs a battle vehicle using objects found in Tokyo. Milk and Leska set out on a quest to locate Ramune and Da Cider in order to prevent the revival of the new Gobuhriki and rescue Earth from annihilation.

Set in mythical third-century Japan, this historical fantasy follows Izumo, the young prince of Nakatsukuni. While his scholarly cousin Dekiru remains at home, Izumo longs to venture beyond his domain. A secret meeting with Sanae—who claims to be from Yamataikoku but is actually a Naga mage—changes everything. Captured by Takeru, a warrior from the hostile kingdom of Akusa, Sanae falls into the hands of the evil sorceress Yomihime. Accompanied by Navi, a resourceful glider pilot raised without parents, Izumo sets out to retrieve his realm’s sacred sword and learn to wield its mystical powers. Their mission to rescue Sanae requires defeating the legendary eight-headed serpent, Yamata-no-Orochi, which has risen once again.

The 1991 date is somewhat deceptive. The Symphonic Poem actually originates from the music Isao Tomita composed for Jungle Emperor in 1965. He later reworked his score into an extended piece that conveys a narrative on its own. (Composers from the late Romantic era called this musical form a "symphonic poem" or "tone poem.") Thus, music originally meant to support visual storytelling became the storyteller itself. Tomita's symphonic poem was recorded in the mid-1960s and released as an LP in Japan, with multiple reissues over time. It has also appeared on CD on more than one occasion. In 1991, Tezuka Productions reversed the process by producing new animation to accompany the symphonic poem. The plot largely follows the first episode of Kimba. It depicts the peaceful animal kingdom under Panja, the arrival of hunters, Eliza's capture, and Panja's death. Kimba is born and manages to escape back to Africa. All of this unfolds without a single spoken word. The animation style of the Symphonic Poem is distinctive, heavily inspired by the 1989 TV series, though Kimba appears different from any other production.

Dr. Matsugorou, a malevolent scientist, plans to take over the world using an army of robots. The last chance to stop him lies with three brothers who band together as the Emergency Departure Rescue Kids.

Kubota, a naive and sheltered person, and Hachisuka, a charismatic and good-looking individual, form an unlikely partnership after encountering each other in a Middle Eastern desert. Once back in Japan, they tackle life's obstacles together, first finding work at dubious television firms where their job is to produce staged documentaries.

In the peaceful village of Janken Town, the hero Jankenman keeps everyone safe by defeating foes in contests of rock-paper-scissors. On the other side, the villain Osodashi Mask constantly plots to trick and outsmart others.

A continuation of adventures of the Little Polar Bear.

After Shijin grows worried about his missing girlfriend Nagisa, Gamba, Bobo, Gakusha, Ikasama, Shijin, and Yoisho journey to the South Island in search of her. There, they discover a family of Japanese otters being threatened by a wild dog named Black. Meanwhile, a badly injured mouse named Chuta stumbles off a ship in Tokyo Harbor and runs into Gamba and Bobo, who are attending a party hosted by Yoisho, the sailor-mouse. Chuta tells the local mice that he has escaped from Devil's Island, where the evil ermine Norio has been terrorizing the mice with his oppressive rule.

Movie version of the TV series Huckleberry no Bouken.

A young man named Takeru Aoyama presses on with his quest to locate the Three Sacred Treasures, hoping to rescue humankind as he courageously battles the Chimimouryou—malevolent spirits from Japan's mythical folklore that dwell in mountains and rivers.

Based on the RPG game series "Jungle Wars", released on Game Boy and Super Famicom.

In "Ryuujin Kappei," Kappei is pulled into a strange picture book and transported to the Edo period, four hundred years in the past. The King of Evil seeks to eradicate all sound and melody, endangering the enchanting music of Princess Shizu. To stop this threat, Kappei rides the Dragon Lord and wields a courageous sword, setting out to foil the King of Evil's sinister plans.