Best Supernatural Anime of 2025

During the exorcism at Jin "Jiji" Enjouji's home, the situation spirals into danger. Momo Ayase narrowly avoids abduction, while Ken "Okarun" Takakura and Jiji face an assault from the sinister Kitou family, the owners of the haunted property. Their meddling threatens the delicate balance of a legendary, mysterious town. As Momo, Okarun, and Jiji delve into a labyrinth of folklore and supernatural entities, they must leverage their unique powers to survive the dangers and reveal the secrets hidden within this strange settlement.

This is the first installment in a theatrical trilogy covering the Infinity Castle Arc. Tanjiro Kamado is a young man who entered the Demon Slayer Corps, an organization devoted to hunting demons, after his sister Nezuko was transformed into one. Through countless battles alongside his comrades Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira, Tanjiro has grown stronger and forged deeper friendships. His path has also brought him into combat with the Corps' elite swordsmen, the Hashira: Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku aboard the Mugen Train, Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui in the Entertainment District, and Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji at the Swordsmith Village. While the Demon Slayer Corps and the Hashira undergo a joint strength-building regimen known as the Hashira Training, preparing for the coming clash with the demons, Muzan Kibutsuji suddenly appears at the Ubuyashiki Mansion. With the Demon Slayer Corps' leader in peril, Tanjiro and the Hashira race to the compound, only to be dragged down into a deep, unknown space by Muzan Kibutsuji. The place where they fall is the demons' fortress, the Infinity Castle. There, the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps and the demons begins.

In the six months since Yoshiki Tsujinaka's closest friend, Hikaru Indou, vanished into the mountains and returned a week later with no memory of that time, Yoshiki has observed changes in Hikaru. When he confronts his friend, Yoshiki discovers that the returned Hikaru is actually a monstrous entity, which begs for secrecy to avoid harming him. Despite its supernatural nature, this impostor shows a naive curiosity and joy for simple human experiences, such as the warmth of summer and village life. Driven by sorrow and a desperate desire to hold onto Hikaru, Yoshiki accepts this new version of his friend, cherishing their time together regardless of the truth. As their bond strengthens, it becomes clear that a dangerous supernatural presence has moved from the mountains into their village.

A human can only become a vampire by falling in love with one, and 14-year-old Kou Yamori desires nothing more than to achieve this. His goal is to win the heart of Nazuna Nanakusa within the next ten months, during their nightly encounters. As Kou pursues his dream, his friends Mahiru Seki and Akira Asai slowly come to terms with the existence of vampires and Kou's aspiration to join their ranks. Kou's discovery that someone close to Mahiru is also a vampire leaves him torn over how to handle this revelation. In the meantime, Anko Uguisu, a human detective dedicated to eradicating vampires, draws closer to Nazuna and her companions. Following a violent clash that severely injures one of the vampires, they recognize the danger posed by their retained human memories. To protect Nazuna, Kou must delve into the mysteries of her past.

After acing his university entrance exams, Sakuta Azusagawa meets up with Mai Sakurajima, his girlfriend, at their new campus. He starts easing into college life through campus activities and forging new friendships. But this calm routine gets shaken when Uzuki Hirokawa, Sakuta’s friend and fellow Sweet Bullet idol, starts acting strangely. When another Sweet Bullet member, Nodoka Toyohama, asks for help, Sakuta spots the telltale signs of the elusive Puberty Syndrome. Uzuki is buckling under the weight of a sudden surge in popularity and whispers of going solo. As Sakuta hunts for a way to help Uzuki, yet another case of Puberty Syndrome begins to creep out from the sidelines.

Centuries after the devastating war against the Nokkers in Renril, the world has changed beyond recognition. Thanks to Fushi's long efforts during his extended slumber, a modern civilization has emerged where he and all living beings can coexist in harmony. Upon waking from his rest, Fushi is eager to explore this new era and reunite with his lost companions. During his travels, Fushi encounters Yuuki Aoki, an enthusiastic middle school student, who warmly welcomes him and his friends into his home. As the group settles into their new surroundings and learns the intricacies of contemporary life, Fushi meets Mizuha, one of Yuuki's friends, whose appearance reminds him of someone from his past. Mizuha is revealed to be a descendant of the Guardians, a dedicated lineage entrusted with protecting Fushi. Like those before her, she forms a deep connection with Fushi, finding purpose in her bond with him. However, as Mizuha grows closer to Fushi, strange events begin occurring around her, signaling that beneath the surface of this seemingly perfect world lie hidden problems.

At Kamome Academy, a rumor circulates about a clock that can manipulate time, watched over by three guardians who represent the past, the present, and the future. When students begin to age rapidly and the school itself starts to fall apart, Nene Yashiro and Kou Minamoto seek out Hanako-kun for assistance. As they probe the source of these bizarre occurrences, they discover hidden layers of secrets that point to something far deeper than simple fault. With fresh promises made and long-hidden truths brought to light, the students and spirits of the academy become tangled in an inescapable weave of fate, struggling to break free from its hold.

A compilation series adapting 8 short stories created by manga artist Tatsuki Fujimoto during the ages of 17 to 26. 1) A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kickin' in the Schoolyard (Dir. Seishirou Nagaya, ZEXCS) 2) Sasaki Stopped a Bullet (Dir. Nobukage Kimura, Lapin Track) 3) Love is Blind (Dir. Nobuyuki Takeuchi, Lapin Track) 4) Shikaku (Dir. Naoya Ando, GRAPH77) 5) Mermaid Rhapsody (Dir. Tetsuaki Watanabe, 100Studio) 6) Woke-Up-as-a-Girl Syndrome (Dir. Kazuaki Terasawa, Studio Kafka) 7) Nayuta of the Prophecy (Dir. Tetsuaki Watanabe, 100Studio) 8) Sisters (Dir. Osamu Honma, P.A.WORKS) This anime held a worldwide premiere ahead of its release at the "Global Stage Hollywood 2025" film festival on October 5, 2025. A general two-week theatrical run in Japan, split into two parts, launched on the same day, October 17, 2025. The series later began streaming globally on Amazon Prime Video on November 8, 2025.

In "Blue Exorcist: The Blue Night Saga," Rin Okumura has consistently avoided learning about his parentage and origins, in stark contrast to his twin, Yukio. Mephisto Pheles, the master of time, presents Rin with a key that sends him forty years into the past, to when his deceased mother, Yuri Frederick Egin, was still a young girl. Under Mephisto's guidance, Rin follows Yuri throughout her childhood and adolescence as she becomes a trained exorcist. During his journey through the past, Rin comes across Shirou Fujimoto, the man who will eventually adopt both him and Yukio. By observing Yuri and Shirou's lives, Rin sees the first manifestations of Satan, his biological father, and the disturbing events taking place inside the elite Section 13 of the True Cross Order. Yuri's deep emotional and spiritual link to Satan drives Rin to uncover the secrets behind the most catastrophic event in exorcist history and the critical day of his and Yukio's birth—the Blue Night.

Hinako Yaotose still grieves the loss of her family in a maritime disaster and often thinks of drowning herself in the ocean. Miko Yashiro, her sole companion, helps Hinako hold on to life, but Hinako falls back into despair once Miko leaves. During one summer, Hinako’s existence is transformed when she encounters Shiori Oumi, whose eyes possess the same depth and clarity as the sea, drawing Hinako in deeply. Distraught after finding Shiori again, Hinako is suddenly dragged underwater by a massive sea monster. When she awakens after the incident, she finds Shiori, who reveals her own monstrous form and annihilates the creature. Despite this apparent rescue, Shiori’s real goal is to devour Hinako. The next day, Shiori transfers into Hinako’s class as a new student, bringing a smile to Hinako’s face—she sees in Shiori the means to fulfill her quiet longing for death.

In *Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc*, Queen Victoria tasks 13-year-old Earl Ciel Phantomhive with investigating a string of strange deaths in southern Germany. The victims, all of whom entered the Werewolves' Forest, suffered bizarre physical mutations and died. Local belief attributes these incidents to a "witch's curse," rooted in old folklore. Skeptical of any real supernatural cause, Ciel, along with his demon butler Sebastian Michaelis and the rest of the Phantomhive household staff, discovers a secluded village deep in the forest. The community consists only of women, hostile to outsiders, who worship a young girl named Sieglinde "Green Witch" Sullivan, known for her emerald eyes and bound feet. As Ciel and Sebastian dig deeper for the truth, they fall under the same curse, suggesting the village's legends may be more real than they initially thought.

The strongest duo—a youth they can never return to. This film is a recompilation of the "Kaigyoku・Gyokusetsu" (Hidden Inventory / Premature Death) arc from Jujutsu Kaisen 2nd Season (episodes 1-5 re-edited), featuring new footage that offers glimpses of school memories accompanied by an acoustic version of "Ao no Sumika" (Where Our Blue Is) by Tatsuya Kitani. Before they became enemies, Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto were classmates and friends in high school. As the two most powerful sorcerers, they are assigned to protect Riko Amanai, a student chosen to be sacrificed as the Star Plasma Vessel, until she completes her duty. With a religious cult and other curse users in pursuit, they are the only sorcerers capable of handling such a difficult mission—but this task will seal their fates and test both sorcerers in ways they never expected.

The theatrical continuation following the second season of *Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid* and the *Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to be Loved* OVA. "I don’t want to let go of her hand. Because, we are a family." Miss Kobayashi, Tohru, Kanna, and Iruru find their peaceful lives disrupted when Kanna’s father, Kamun Kamui, the leader of the Chaos Forces, appears and forces her to return to the Dragon World to rectify a past mistake. As tensions escalate into a conflict between Chaos and Harmony, Kanna is caught between her loyalty to her friends and her father's demands, striving to unite the two worlds. Miss Kobayashi refuses to let Kanna go and attempts to repair the broken bond between Kanna and Kamui. Amid the clashes between dragons, Iruru uncovers a hidden force manipulating the war. Can they stop the war before it consumes both worlds?

Amid ongoing supernatural incidents and the hectic school routine at Kamome Academy, Nene Yashiro finds a moment of peace only during the annual overnight event, where she looks forward to relaxing with her close friend Aoi Akane and their classmates. Unbeknownst to her, this sleepover coincides with Urabon, a time when the boundary between the living and the dead grows thin, allowing dangerous spirits to emerge. A malevolent spirit targets Nene, but she is saved by Shinigami, known as the Sixth Wonder, who possesses the ability to trap souls with his flute. Upon seeing Aoi, Shinigami decides to kidnap her for a ritual meant to reinforce the barrier between worlds. With the assistance of Hanako-kun and Aoi Akane, Nene sets out on a perilous journey through the underworld to rescue her friend before it is too late.

In "I'm Living with an Otaku NEET Kunoichi!?", Tsukasa Atsumi enjoys a quiet, solitary life as a salaryman until one night he is suddenly saved from a demon attack by Shizuri Ideura, a ninja who appears after rescuing him. Shizuri explains that Tsukasa is a target because of his Samurai Blood, a trait her clan has protected for generations. Expecting more frequent attacks, Tsukasa agrees to let Shizuri stay at his home to guard him. However, he soon discovers that Shizuri is more interested in playing video games than carrying out her ninja duties, as she is actually a NEET otaku. Over time, their cohabitation leads to a growing mutual appreciation, hinting at developing feelings between them.

Hinata Sunohara, a high school student, gets summoned to a different world to take down the Demon Lord. As his reward, he agrees to wed the stunning dark elf Mariabelle. Once he finishes his task, Hinata gets sent back to Earth, leaving Mariabelle heartbroken. A month after returning to Japan, things go back to normal for Hinata. But that calm shatters when Mariabelle pops up in his bedroom out of nowhere, insisting she’ll stay by his side forever and moving in. Her clinginess ramps up daily, and Mariabelle grows obsessed with shielding Hinata from any danger and making sure his attention stays on her alone.

This film compiles the Shibuya Incident Arc from Jujutsu Kaisen's second season along with the opening two episodes of the third season's Culling Game Arc. During the lively Halloween festivities, a barrier suddenly falls over the crowded Shibuya district, trapping a large number of ordinary people inside. Satoru Gojo, the most powerful jujutsu sorcerer, enters the turmoil. However, curse users and spirits are hiding, plotting to seal him away. Yuji Itadori, alongside his fellow students and other elite jujutsu sorcerers, joins the battle in an extraordinary conflict of curses—the Shibuya Incident. Afterward, ten colonies throughout Japan become havens for curses as part of a scheme devised by Noritoshi Kamo, the most evil sorcerer in history. When the lethal Culling Game begins, Special Grade sorcerer Yuta Okkotsu is tasked with executing Yuji for his alleged wrongdoings.

Is it possible for zombie idols to rescue Saga—and the entire planet? In the year 2025, Earth is buzzing with excitement over the Saga Expo. Franchouchou gets named as the event’s ambassador and starts getting ready for the main attraction: a huge live show at the SAGA Arena. But out of nowhere, a colossal spaceship appears in the skies above Saga and launches a full-scale assault across the prefecture. The members of Franchouchou are thrown into a panic. Is there really nothing ordinary idols can do when faced with such a crisis…? Just then, the legendary Tae Yamada—the only one who had not regained her self-awareness as a zombie—finally wakes up. Declaring she is leaving Franchouchou, she heads off alone into enemy territory to put a stop to the invasion. Can the now-divided Franchouchou reunite, rebuild their bond, and save Saga!?

In the town of Doumori, where spiritual energies are unbalanced and put the community in danger, the students of Doumori Elementary School find comfort in their new teacher and exorcist, Meisuke "Nube" Nueno. His goal is clear: to stop the malicious plans of the youkai that haunt the town. His attention is first caught by transfer student Hiroshi Tateno, who shows sudden and uncontrollable bursts of aggression towards his classmates. After discovering that a youkai has possessed Hiroshi, Nube uses the sealed demonic power in his left hand to free his student. However, the situation worsens when a youkai disguised as Dr. Kyousuke Tamano appears and kidnaps Hiroshi. Working with his student Kyouko Inaba and using his knowledge of the supernatural, Nube uncovers Kyousuke’s evil scheme. Determined to save Hiroshi, Nube shows his strong commitment to protecting his students from any paranormal threats.

In "Dekin no Mogura: The Earthbound Mole," university students Kuriaki Magi and Yaeko Kirihara witness a strange event where a man is struck on the head but remains unharmed. When they catch up to him, they learn he is Momoyuki Mogura, a man blessed with immortality. Initially doubtful, Magi and Yaeko start to reconsider as they encounter various apparitions. Mogura explains these are the spirits of the dead that produce demon fire, a luminous phenomenon that guides souls after death. Denied access to this fire, Mogura has spent years collecting spiritual remnants, hoping to eventually join the afterlife. With Magi and Yaeko helping him search for more spirits, Mogura may finally achieve his unusual goal.

A month after the Karakasa incident, the Inner Chambers begins to return to a semblance of normalcy. Yet for the ruling noble families, this normalcy means relentless scheming to preserve their influence and eliminate any danger to their authority. Their present target is Fuki Tokita, a high-ranking concubine and daughter of a merchant, who appears to be winning Lord Tenshi's favor—despite her unsuitable background to bear his heir. At the same time, supernatural phenomena continue to plague the Inner Chambers. Following several unexplained deaths within its walls, the residents reluctantly allow the enigmatic Medicine Seller to enter once more. He is the only one who can uncover the cause of these events and clarify Fuki's role in them.

A decade ago, the 450-year-old vampire Ranmaru Mori was rescued from certain death by a naive young boy named Rihito Tatsuno. Following that, Ranmaru began working at the Tatsuno family's bathhouse, secretly planning to drink Rihito's virgin blood once he reached adulthood. However, this plan is jeopardized when Rihito develops feelings for a girl on his first day of high school. Worried that Rihito might lose his purity, the envious Ranmaru starts covertly watching over him, protecting him while keeping his vampire identity hidden.

In the world of the learned scholar Akihiko Chuzenji, any riddle can be resolved through pure logic. When he starts teaching Japanese at Tokyo Metropolitan Mitogawa High School, he meets Kanna Kusakabe, a energetic student known for her eagerness to assist others—a trait that frequently gets her into trouble. After learning that a classmate is supposedly haunted by a ghost, Kanna decides to check the school after hours, but instead stumbles upon Akihiko in a hidden room packed with forbidden books. To keep this room secret, Akihiko starts a rumor that Kanna successfully banished the ghost. Much to Kanna's annoyance, her peers now consider her a paranormal expert and push her to resolve a series of apparent supernatural incidents. Still, she can count on her teacher, Akihiko, who—despite his prickly attitude—is determined to prove that reason always triumphs over superstition.

During the Edo period, Ichitarou, the sickly heir of a well-known pharmacy, spends most of his time confined to his room because of his fragile health. Unfavorable gossip surrounds his condition, leading his grandfather to pray for protective spirits. In response, two guardians named Sasuke and Nikichi are assigned to watch over Ichitarou throughout his life, ensuring his safety and well-being. As Ichitarou grows older, he increasingly wishes to do something beyond his room, despite being advised by others to rest. One evening, he sneaks out alone without his guardians and remains outside after sunset. On his way back, he meets a bleeding person who pursues him. Using quick thinking, Ichitarou escapes and ends up at the scene of a brutal murder. The next day, news of the killing spreads, but the reported description of the victim's wound does not match what Ichitarou witnessed. With the culprit still at large, Ichitarou decides to investigate further, gathering information from both human and supernatural sources, hoping to solve the mystery.

Miko Kurono, a low-key streamer known as "Necronomico," builds a small audience through her gaming streams while raising funds to cover medical expenses for her comatose friend, Mayu Mayusaka. Several other popular streamers have also fallen into comas under similar circumstances. Strapped for cash, Miko accepts an invitation to a secret beta test of a cutting-edge VR game. After clearing the first stage, she and six other streamers encounter the Old Ones—ancient, malevolent deities trapped within the virtual realm, plotting to conquer Earth. When Miko discovers that Cthulhu, one of these gods, has taken Mayu's form and is the cause of her condition, she becomes enraged and vows to confront this threat. The group becomes ensnared in the Cosmic Horror Show, a sinister contest where humanity faces annihilation if all participants are defeated. Despite the peril, Miko remains determined to win the game and claim a wish that could save Mayu.

Thirteenth episode of Natsume Yuujinchou Shichi released on the 5th Blu-ray volume.

This brief horror series employs the traditional "paper drama" storytelling method to showcase some of Japan's strangest urban legends within a modern anime framework.

In these special episodes from NEET Kunoichi to Nazeka Dousei Hajimemashita, originally released online before being added to the series' Blu-ray sets, the protagonist finds himself flustered at the beach and gradually developing a deeper bond with an Advanced-Level Yoma.

Every week, this short-form anime airs exclusively on AT-X, running alongside each episode of the television series Chotto dake Ai ga Omoi Dark Elf ga Isekai kara Oikaketekita.

The series is a short horror anime that employs the traditional paper drama method of storytelling to bring some of the strangest urban legends from Japan into a contemporary anime style.

Myakumyaku is an unfathomable being who has lived for 3.5 billion years. He sets out on a journey to find a partner with whom he can contemplate the meaning of life and what lies ahead. Destiny leads him to an idle old man. Whether the two will bond or clash remains to be seen. This heartwarming comedy offers lighthearted exchanges that are guaranteed to bring a smile.

Sazan Gakyuu This collection contains original short stories, with every episode lasting just fifteen seconds. Lonely Ramen A ramen fairy drifts on a bamboo raft across an immense soup sea, looking for the missing ingredient of the day or a fresh friend. Waku Moiselle A gigantic being shows up in the cloudless sky, disrupting ordinary life. An intelligent but oblivious moiselle sheds light on Japan amid this upheaval. Blood Monsters Based on blood types, these beings daily try to scare one another using sneak attacks, sudden appearances, and similar methods. Watch the playful antics of these childish creatures as they go through their daily lives.