2010 Anime

In a mysterious afterlife resembling a high school, 17-year-old Yuzuru Otonashi awakens with no recollection of his past. This realm houses souls who met unjust ends and still harbor resentment toward God. These bitter spirits have established the Afterlife Battlefront, commanded by Yuri Nakamura, to wage war against their deity-like student council president, Kanade "Angel" Tachibana. Yuri recruits Otonashi for their rebellion, aiming to reclaim control over their destinies. However, doubting the righteousness of their cause, Otonashi chooses to align with the opposing side to better understand what unites them all.

The sudden reanimation of the dead plunges Japan into widespread chaos. When zombies breach a high school, Takashi Kimuro is compelled to put down his closest friend after the infection turns them into the undead. Vowing to protect Rei Miyamoto, the girlfriend of the person he was forced to kill, the two escape the hazardous school and find themselves in a world already crumbling. Joining forces with other survivors, Takashi and Rei embark on a journey to locate their loved ones and uncover the origin of the zombie outbreak. Their group consists of Saeko Busujima, the elegant captain of the Kendo Club; Kouta Hirano, an otaku with a deep fascination for firearms; Saya Takagi, the daughter of a prominent politician; and Shizuka Marikawa, the attractive school nurse. Despite their combined efforts, they must still wonder if their skills are sufficient to endure the relentless zombie apocalypse.

In the lively Ikebukuro district of Tokyo, whispers abound regarding enigmatic gangs and perilous individuals, with the most notorious tale centering on the "Black Rider," a headless specter speeding through the streets on a black motorcycle. Mikado Ryuugamine yearns for the thrill of urban living and relocates to Tokyo after an invitation from a childhood friend. Upon his arrival, he catches a glimpse of the Black Rider, suggesting his desire for adventure may finally come to pass. However, as bizarre incidents begin to surface, Mikado and other ordinary citizens find themselves entangled in the turmoil sweeping Ikebukuro, sharing the stage with the area's most eccentric inhabitants.

Serving as the first female student council president comes with its challenges, especially at a school that recently switched from an all-boys institution to a co-educational one. Earning the nickname "Demon President" from the male students due to her strict disciplinary style, Misaki Ayuzawa readily uses her Aikido skills to discipline unruly boys and protect the female students at Seika High School. However, even the seemingly perfect Ayuzawa has an embarrassing secret: she works part-time as a maid at a maid café to help her struggling family pay the bills. She has managed to keep this job hidden from her classmates and maintain her flawless image as an outstanding student—until the day Takumi Usui, the most popular boy in school, walks into the maid café. He could destroy her reputation by revealing her secret... or he could twist the student council president around his little finger and use her secret as an opportunity to get closer to her.

As the new school year commences, the senior members of the Light Music Club have entered their third year, leaving Azusa Nakano as the sole second-year student. Concerned about the club's future after graduation, the seniors attempt to recruit new underclassmen. Their strategies range from distributing flyers and inviting prospects to the clubroom to performing at the orientation event, yet no one shows any interest. While heading to the clubroom, Azusa overhears Yui Hirasawa expressing contentment with the current five-member lineup, remarking that they can still enjoy themselves regardless of their numbers. Inspired by Yui's words, Azusa stops fixating on immediate recruitment. K-On!! continues to chronicle the daily lives of the Light Music Club members as they navigate their final year of high school. Whether preparing for performances or simply spending time together, the group strives to make this year unforgettable.

In OreImo, Kirino Kousaka presents herself as a flawless, high-achieving beauty who excels in school and works as a professional model, often seen with her best friend Ayase Aragaki, a girl who despises lies and otaku culture. What Ayase does not know is that Kirino secretly loves anime and eroge. When Kirino's brother, Kyousuke, stumbles upon one of her erotic games, she compels him to maintain silence to safeguard her public image. To preserve this deception, Kirino drags Kyousuke into the world of anime and eroge. Along this journey, Kyousuke encounters Ruri Gokou, a gothic lolita, and Saori Makishima, a bespectacled otaku, slowly embracing a new lifestyle. As Kyousuke becomes increasingly entangled in Kirino's double life, the challenge of concealing her hidden passion intensifies.

At Fumizuki Academy, students are assigned to classes based on their first-year exam results, with top scorers in A class and the lowest in F class, an area notorious for its dilapidated facilities and lack of supplies. Akihisa Yoshii, who is actually quite capable academically, ends up in F class alongside his friend Yuuji Sakamoto and the unexpectedly low-scoring genius Mizuki Himeji. Unwilling to accept their low status, the F class students, spearheaded by Yuuji, challenge the higher-ranked classes using the school's unique Examination Summon Battle system. This system allows students to summon creatures whose strength depends directly on their test scores. Can F class defy expectations and climb to the top, or will they remain at the bottom as everyone predicts?

In The World God Only Knows, Keima Katsuragi, hailed as the "God of Conquest" within the sphere of dating sim games, thrives in a virtual landscape where charming any girl is merely another challenge to overcome. In the real world, however, Keima remains a dedicated otaku who prefers the predictable, controlled atmosphere of galge games. His excessive confidence prompts him to accept a mysterious wager designed to prove his mastery of dating simulations, only to discover that this agreement binds him to Elucia "Elsie" de Lute Ima, a mischievous demon dispatched from hell to capture rogue spirits that have slipped into the human realm. Keima soon learns that the sole method for capturing these spirits is to win the unpredictable hearts of real, living women. Compelled by a lethal collar enforced by Elsie, Keima must confront his greatest fear—actual relationships—and apply his formidable skills to woo various girls, subjecting his legendary reputation to its ultimate trial.

As a child, Moritaka Mashiro aspired to become a mangaká like his uncle Tarou Kawaguchi, a creator of famous gag manga. However, a tragedy forced Moritaka to abandon this dream, leading him to focus on his studies in middle school with the goal of securing a stable career as a salaryman. During high school, his classmate Akito Takagi, a top student aspiring to be a writer, discovers the intricate drawings in Moritaka's notebook. Recognizing his potential, Akito convinces him to form a partnership and create manga together. Motivated by the possibility that his crush, Miho Azuki, might one day voice a character in their creation, Moritaka agrees. The duo embarks on their journey as mangaká under the pen name Muto Ashirogi, striving to reach the pinnacle of the Japanese manga industry.

On a chilly December morning, Kyon arrives at school anticipating another adventure with his SOS Brigade companions. Instead, he is shocked to discover a drastically altered reality: Haruhi Suzumiya and Itsuki Koizumi have vanished; Mikuru Asahina has no recollection of him; Yuki Nagato seems to be an ordinary human; and Ryouko Asakura has inexplicably returned. Although accustomed to the extraordinary, Kyon is deeply unsettled by these shifts and resolves to investigate independently. Recognizing that he is the sole individual retaining memories of the former reality, Kyon faces a critical choice: accept the mundane existence he once desired or attempt to reverse time to restore his chaotic yet familiar world.

In the secluded village of Sotoba, where every resident is familiar with one another, tranquility is shattered by an inexplicable tragedy: the death of Megumi Shimizu, a spirited young girl. As the oppressive summer heat intensifies and further mysterious fatalities occur, Dr. Toshio Ozaki grows convinced that a sinister force lies behind the incidents. Toshio teams up with the introverted teenager Natsuno Yuuki and the Tanaka siblings, Kaori and Akira, who were close friends of Megumi, to probe the bizarre deaths afflicting the town. Their joint investigation eventually reveals a terrifying secret tied to the family that has recently moved into the Kanemasa mansion.

After the death of their mother, Keita Suminoe's father remarries, introducing twin sisters Ako and Riko into the family. The twins swiftly form an intense, yet forbidden, bond with their new brother, igniting a rivalry to capture Keita's heart. As middle school draws to a close, Keita dedicates himself to his studies with the goal of attending high school alongside Ako and Riko. However, he grapples with his own conflicted emotions, torn between resisting or yielding to their romantic overtures. To make things more complicated, Keita finds himself entangled in other unwanted attractions, putting him at risk amidst these various temptations.

In Kuroshitsuji II, the story focuses on Alois Trancy, the young master of the Trancy household. While Alois now lives in luxury, his history is marked by tragedy: he was once kidnapped and held prisoner before being rescued and returned home, only to witness the death of his beloved father soon after. His legitimacy as heir and the conditions of his return face suspicion from those who believe the Trancy estate conceals dark secrets. Central to these doubts is Claude Faustus, Alois's mysterious black-clad butler. As deception spreads throughout the mansion, the true nature of the bond between Claude and Alois emerges, and their alliance is tested to its limits when demonic forces endanger their world.

Amidst the flourishing martial arts of Japan's Edo period, Shichika Yasuri masters the unique Kyotouryuu style, a discipline that transforms the practitioner's own body into a weapon. He resides in seclusion with his sister, Nanami, enjoying a peaceful life until Togame, a resolute strategist, arrives to recruit him. Her mission is to collect the twelve legendary Deviant Blades for the shogunate. Motivated more by fascination with Togame than by political ambition, Shichika agrees to join her quest. Their journey leads them against powerful swordsmen guarding the blades and various adversaries intent on halting their progress. To overcome these formidable challenges, Shichika and Togame must work together as they traverse a perilous and unpredictable path.

Akuto Sai joins Constant Magic Academy hoping to improve the world and forms a bond with Junko Hattori, who comes from a prestigious ninja lineage. While they strive to create a better tomorrow, Akuto's presence activates a prophecy branding him as the Demon King. As rumors circulate, the school's atmosphere becomes hostile, causing Junko's trust in him to waver. Although Akuto tries to deny this cursed fate, his efforts only reinforce his reputation as a villain. Complicating matters further is a harem of fascinating girls with conflicting agendas, some seeking to punish him while others display true affection. Leveraging his expanding abilities, Akuto battles his misfortune to demonstrate that his predetermined destiny can be altered.

On his very first day at Ousai Private Academy, a school that has only recently transitioned to coeducation, Takatoshi Tsuda is scolded by Student Council President Shino Amakusa for his messy uniform. To penalize him for missing his first class and under the guise of requiring a male viewpoint, Shino instantly appoints Takatoshi as vice president before he has even stepped onto campus. Reluctantly, Takatoshi accepts the position, only to discover that every council member possesses unique eccentricities. While Shino projects a serious and scholarly image, she secretly harbors a love for erotic material and vulgar jokes. Aria Shichijou, the secretary who resembles a typical sheltered rich girl, shares Shino's risqué sense of humor. Meanwhile, the treasurer, Suzu Hagimura, appears ordinary but possesses the physique of an elementary school student and battles feelings of inadequacy. Surrounded by these bizarre individuals, the newly appointed vice president finds himself enduring a relentless barrage of sexual innuendo and chaos.

Beside Shimogamo Shrine during an autumn twilight, a third-year university student meets a deity with an eggplant-shaped head at a secluded ramen shop. This divine figure, rumored to oversee marriages, triggers the student to recall his first two years of college, which were marked by pointless efforts to interfere with campus romances, largely driven by the influence of his strange companion, Ozu, whose behavior appears designed to torment him. Determined to maximize his final year, the student attempts to court Akashi, a shy but gentle junior, only to be consumed by deep regret over his past choices. After this realization, he is sent back to the start of his university life, granted a fresh opportunity to mold his destiny. Featuring stunning visuals and profound psychological layers, The Tatami Galaxy follows a young man's bizarre journey in search of friendship, love, and the vibrant college experience he had always dreamed of.

In A Certain Magical Index II, the escalating tension between the magical world and Academy City compels Touma Kamijou to depend on his negation ability to protect those he holds dear, battling both espers and magicians. He is supported by trusted allies and faced with new enemies, some of whom forge alliances while others lurk in the shadows, all contributing to the increasingly complex struggle. As a sequel to the action and comedy series, the story follows Touma and his companions as they face a conflict of greater magnitude. The looming threat of war becomes more pronounced, laying the groundwork for another major clash between magic and science in the battles to come.

Due to his fondness for cute and small things, Souta Takanashi cannot resist Popura Taneshima's invitation to join her at Wagnaria, a family restaurant in Hokkaido. He especially enjoys caring for the mature but youthful-looking Popura, which only heightens her anxiety about looking so young. As he gets to know his coworkers, Takanashi learns to stay alert. The group includes the sword-carrying floor chief Yachiyo Todoroki, the formidable head chef Jun Satou, the cunning and slightly sadistic sous chef Hiroomi Souma, the stubbornly idle manager Kyouko Shirafuji, and the waitress Mahiru Inami, who has a severe fear of men. With its unique cast, Working!! is a notable workplace comedy that depicts the lively events at Wagnaria. Through the interactions of Takanashi and his colorful colleagues, the show is filled with endless jokes, pranks, and laughter.

Panty and Stocking—the Anarchy Sisters—are a pair of foul-mouthed angels who got kicked out of Heaven for being total bitches. Now they spend their nights blowing up ghosts in the grimy void between Heaven and Earth. Panty’s obsessed with sex, Stocking’s hooked on sweets, and their afro-sporting buddy Garter Belt has a fetish we can’t talk about. Together, they’re turning the dangerous streets of Daten City into a mess of bodily fluids. Ghosts don’t stand a chance against their lingerie of mass destruction, and if this depraved duo can collect enough Heaven Coins, they might just get their halos back. It’s a long shot in hell, but anything can happen when you’re going commando, especially with Panty and Stocking!

In 1955 Japan, Mario Minakami is sent to Shounan Special Reform School alongside five other teenagers convicted of serious crimes. When they arrive, they are placed in the same cell and meet Rokurouta Sakuragi, a long-term inmate and former boxer. A strong connection develops among them, strengthened by a promise to reunite after completing their sentences. Under Rokurouta's guidance, the seven inmates begin to see their brutal circumstances with renewed optimism. Yet they face relentless abuse from Ishihara, a vengeful guard holding a personal grudge against Rokurouta, and Dr. Gisuke Sasaki, who mistreats the boys. The group must endure these harrowing trials to survive until their release. But beyond their imprisonment, what awaits them in the world outside?

Yamada, whose first name is not given, is a fifteen-year-old girl who has just started attending Takizawa High School. She is widely considered to be exceptionally beautiful, but she has one issue with her own body: she thinks her vagina looks strange and feels very self-conscious about it. When she entered high school, her goal was to have casual sex with one hundred men. However, the problem is that she believes an experienced partner will mock her either for the appearance of her vagina or simply because she is a virgin. She finds a solution in Kosuda Takashi, a fellow virgin, whom she thinks will help her ease into the process of moving on to more experienced partners. There is only one small problem: Yamada knows nothing about sex or the ancient art of seduction, meaning her quest to win over Kosuda will be a difficult one.

Two years after being stood up on Christmas Eve, Junichi Tachibana remains haunted by the experience but finds himself presented with a chance to pursue romance again. He meets several intriguing girls: Haruka Morishima, a popular senior who loves cute items; Kaoru Tanamachi, his childhood friend who hides her true feelings for him; Sae Nakata, a shy newcomer who is uncomfortable around boys; Ai Nanasaki, a swimmer who initially seems unapproachable; Rihoko Sakurai, another childhood friend with a fondness for sweets; and Tsukasa Ayatsuji, the perfect student council president who has a hidden side. As Christmas Eve approaches, Junichi aims to spend the special day with the girl he truly cares for.

During his summer stay at his aunt's house, the fragile young boy Shou makes a remarkable discovery: while chasing the family cat through the bushes, he spots a tiny girl, no larger than his finger! She introduces herself as Arrietty and explains that her kind, known as "Borrowers," survive by taking small items from humans. Arrietty reveals that she lives in the house's basement with her parents, Pod and Homily. Shou is thrilled to have such extraordinary neighbors, but he doesn't fully grasp the difficulties they face. In addition to keeping their existence hidden, they must make dangerous trips around the house and garden to gather what they need. Despite her parents' caution, Arrietty forms a connection with Shou, setting off a chain of events that may deeply impact both of their lives. This enchanting and heartwarming story explores the budding friendship between two distinct worlds, bridging the gap between humans and Borrowers.

Kou Ichinomiya, the wealthy son of a successful businessman, lives by a strict rule: he never wants to be indebted to anyone. His life changes abruptly when a group of mischievous kids knocks him off Arakawa Bridge into the river. A mysterious stranger pulls him out, leaving him in the stranger’s debt. Determined to repay the favor, Kou tries to fulfill his obligation but ends up in an even worse situation. The rescuer is Nino, a stoic girl in a tracksuit who is homeless and lives in a makeshift shelter beneath the bridge. She has one desire: to experience what love feels like. When she asks Kou to become her boyfriend, he reluctantly agrees, abandoning his luxurious life to start over with Nino under the bridge.

In Rito Yuuki’s world, calm is hard to come by, as he repeatedly finds himself in awkward situations with the girls around him. Though he remains devoted to his childhood friend Haruna, his feelings for Lala—an alien princess who came to Earth to marry him—grow more complicated. Things escalate when Lala’s younger twin sisters, Momo and Nana, arrive on Earth to meet their future brother-in-law and soon move in with Rito. Adding to the chaos, Yami, a living weapon, also begins pursuing him relentlessly. Caught between mixed emotions, the fallout from his reputation as a pervert, and the threats posed by an assassin, Rito’s daily life stays anything but peaceful.

After Tomo Yamanobe's father, the former headmaster of Saint Mikhailov Academy, vanished without a trace, he left behind only a piece of artwork known as the "icon." Soon after, rumors spread about a serial killer targeting female students at the academy. One day, Tomo and her sister Mafuyu Oribe were walking home from school after enduring bullying when they encountered an injured silver-haired boy. Tomo tried to help him, but he disappeared before their eyes. Mafuyu went to search for the boy and discovered the church housing the icon engulfed in flames. As she attempted to retrieve the painting, she was attacked by the suspected serial killer, who possessed the ability to manipulate magnesium. At that moment, the silver-haired boy reappeared, now revealed as Sasha Alexander Nikolaevich Hell, who could control iron and saved Mafuyu from harm. Learning that Sasha is a "qwaser," a being with the power to manipulate elements through "soma," a strength derived from breastfeeding, Mafuyu struggles to make sense of these strange events. Her confusion deepens when Sasha enrolls in her class the next day. How will Tomo and Mafuyu's everyday school life continue with other menacing qwasers nearby?

In the chaotic city of Roanapur, crime runs rampant, and Roberta, a devoted maid and proficient guerrilla fighter for the Venezuelan Lovelace family, finds herself entangled in the violence. After her master is assassinated by the U.S. Secret Service, she heads back to Roanapur, driven by a thirst for vengeance and determined to track down her master's killer. At the same time, Fernando Garcia Lovelace, the young successor to his father's estate, travels to Thailand with his bodyguard, Fabiola Iglesias, in pursuit of Roberta. He enlists the aid of the Lagoon Company to put an end to Roberta's violent quest and bring her back to the Lovelace family. However, as the conflict intensifies and tensions rise among Roanapur's criminal underworld and the U.S. military, thwarting Roberta's vengeful mission becomes a complex and perilous endeavor.

The Legend of the Legendary Heroes centers on the Alpha Stigma, a magical power that enables its user to comprehend all forms of magic, yet is notorious for the destruction and death it brings to those near the wielder. Ryner Lute, a skilled mage possessing an Alpha Stigma, was once a student at the Roland Empire's prestigious Magician Academy, which trains mages for military service. After many of his classmates perished in battle, Ryner made a vow with his best friend and fellow survivor, Sion Astal, to transform their nation into a more stable and peaceful land. With Sion now reigning as the king of Roland, he orders Ryner to locate important relics that could benefit the kingdom. Accompanied by Ferris Eris, a beautiful and formidable swordswoman, Ryner embarks on a quest to recover artifacts tied to legendary heroes of old, while simultaneously unraveling the mystery of his own cursed eyes.

Sakurai Tomoki has grown accustomed to his daily life alongside the two angeloids, Ikaros and Nymph, and is having a great time. Still, he keeps experiencing strange dreams and asks all his friends to help him figure out what is causing them. Nymph creates a device that allows humans—but not angeloids—to enter other people's dreams. The gadget initially malfunctions, but eventually they manage to reach what should have been Tomoki's dream, only to find that something is seriously off about it. Later, a meteor crashes down from the sky at the spot beneath the large cherry blossom tree where Tomoki first discovered Ikaros. A blonde angeloid with a very large figure and a massive sword steps out of the meteor and begins looking for Tomoki!

In "Okami-San and Her Seven Companions," Ryouko Ookami, a tough and tomboyish boxer, serves as the enforcer for the Otogi Bank, a unique high school club that functions like a real financial institution where students can request favors with the promise of future repayment. Sixteen-year-old Ryoushi Morino, who is notably different from the typical Otogi Bank members due to his timid nature, unexpectedly joins the club after a failed confession to Ryouko. The series follows the everyday adventures of the Otogi Bank members as they take on various tasks, ranging from mundane to dangerous. Despite their diverse missions, Ryoushi's sole goal remains winning Ryouko's affection, which she questions given his inability to stand up to others, let alone participate in a fight.

Rikuo Nura is a half-human, half-youkai youth destined to become the next head of the Nura Clan, a gathering of diverse youkai. While he considers the clan his family, most of his peers view youkai as terrifying monsters from folklore who prey on children and revel in violence. Determined to live a normal human life, Rikuo struggles against this identity. His aspirations are challenged by his youkai companion Tsurara Oikawa, who attends school with him; the young onmyouji Yura Keikain; and his devoted friend Kiyotsugu, who seeks to prove the existence of youkai. These relationships are further tested by rival youkai and other dangers threatening those Rikuo cares about. To protect his loved ones, Rikuo must embrace his true heritage as the grandson of the legendary Nurarihyon and learn to transform into a youkai each night, preparing to lead the Nura Clan as its successor.

In their ongoing battle against God, the Shinda Sekai Sensen (SSS), led by Commander Yuri Nakamura, devises a clever plan to break free from the afterlife. The operation, called "Operation High Tension Syndrome," aims to convince Kanade Tachibana, the mysterious student council president and suspected supporter of God, that they are prepared to move forward. Using a week's supply of food as a bargaining chip and the promise of Heaven as motivation, the SSS members must outsmart the unreadable Kanade to succeed.

In "Naruto Shippuden the Movie 4: The Lost Tower," Team 7—Naruto Uzumaki, Sakura Haruno, and Sai—led by commander Yamato, is sent to capture the rogue ninja Mukade, who seeks to release the Ryuumyaku chakra hidden within the Rouran ruins. Although the Fourth Hokage placed a seal on the Ryuumyaku, the team cannot stop Mukade from activating its power, which swallows Naruto and Yamato as they try to escape. When Naruto awakens in a grand but dangerous land, he meets the young queen, Saara, and three Konoha ninja on a covert mission. They explain that Naruto has been sent twenty years into the past to ancient Rouran. Making matters worse, Mukade has already slipped into the palace disguised as Anrokuzan, earning the queen's complete confidence. Joining forces with the three ninja, Naruto must protect Queen Saara to foil Mukade's evil scheme and discover a way to return to his own era.

After fleeing the consequences of his choice at Hell's Gate, the Contractor Hei and his companion Yin take refuge in a quiet inn, posing as a married couple to avoid detection. As they try to move past their recent hardships, Hei starts to develop connections with the inn's other guests. He soon learns that one of them is a Contractor sent to kill him. The resulting clash endangers both Hei and Yin, compelling them to battle for survival and confront the emotional scars left by their past.

After her mother took her to an aquarium as a child, Tsukimi Kurashita became fascinated with jellyfish, seeing their flowing tentacles as resembling a princess's elegant dress. Now 19, she lives with five other jobless otaku women and spends her time as a social recluse, aspiring to become an illustrator. Her life changes when a stunning woman helps her save a jellyfish from a nearby pet shop. After this encounter, the glamorous and self-assured stranger begins frequent visits to their building, becoming a regular presence. Though seeming superficial at first, this chic individual hides deeper layers, including the revelation that "she" is actually a wealthy male college student named Kuranosuke Koibuchi.

The second stage of the Sekirei Plan has begun, with Shintou Teito sealed off to trap all Sekirei and their Ashikabi inside. Minato Sahashi and his Sekirei companions must get ready for new obstacles as the competition's rules change. Not every team will take part, as some Ashikabi decide to pull out rather than endanger their beloved Sekirei. In the middle of this chaos, Minato may uncover a deeper bond with someone close to him, while dangers lurk everywhere. Rumors circulate that even the "Single Numbers," the most powerful Sekirei, have joined the battle. For the "Game Master" Minaka Hiroto, events are unfolding just as he intended.

Amano Yukiteru, a second-year middle school student, struggles to make friends and sees himself as nothing more than a bystander, recording everything he encounters in his cell phone diary. Tormented by solitude, he begins imagining a companion named Deus Ex Machina, who claims to be the Lord of Time and Space. Seeing Yukiteru's miserable state, Deus grants him a new ability: his diary now records events that will occur in the near future. Yukiteru is then forced to participate in a game where the winner becomes Deus's successor. This short OVA was bundled with the limited edition of the eleventh volume of the manga.

In the city where Yuuto Amakawa lives, his life is fairly ordinary aside from his cat allergies and attending school with his neighbor, Rinko. However, everything takes a dramatic turn on his 16th birthday when an Ayakashi, a supernatural creature, attacks him due to his ancestors' misdeeds. Himari, a secretive swordswoman with cat ears, saves him and reveals that Yuuto is destined to carry on his family's legacy as a demon hunter. With the protective charm that shielded him from the supernatural now failing, Himari must become his guardian. "Omamori Himari" chronicles Yuuto's journey as he faces numerous supernatural threats and deals with a growing group of women who come into his life, each with their own sinister motives. Will Yuuto embrace this new and exciting existence, or will the sins of his ancestors haunt him?

Included as a bonus epilogue with the seventh volume of the DVD and Blu-ray releases, this story introduces a new student who has lost faith in the afterlife. During a classroom exam, this individual creates a disturbance to voice skepticism about whether achieving high grades truly leads to leaving the school and ascending to Heaven. Soon after, the new student council president steps forward to confront them. This president is a familiar figure whose past grants deep insight into the school's true nature and provides direct knowledge of the futility of rebellion.

Taro Sado is a high school student who secretly has masochistic tendencies, and he finds support from his best friend Tatsukichi Hayama, who enjoys cross-dressing. Tatsukichi encourages Taro to join the Second Voluntary Club, claiming it can help with his problem. Each member of the club faces their own personal struggles. The club leader, Mio Isurugi, believes she is a deity but is terrified of cats. Another member, Arashiko Yuuno, has an extreme fear of men. The club advisor, Michiru Onigawara, is a sadist who gets pleasure from forcing others to cosplay. Along with other quirky members like Yumi Mamiya, a skilled masseuse and close friend of Yuuno, and Noa Hiiragi, the president of the invention club, they come to understand the importance of acceptance and kindness.

In Fuyuki City, the Fifth Holy Grail War is about to begin, setting the stage for a brutal conflict marked by bloodshed, death, and suffering. Rin Toosaka, a high school student, has dedicated herself entirely to becoming a skilled magus capable of participating as a Master in the war. After summoning her Servant, Archer, Rin begins her journey into the conflict. Rin discovers that her friend Shirou Emiya is also involved in the war and proposes a temporary alliance. As their bond deepens, Rin starts to understand more about Shirou's destiny and ideals. However, her ultimate objective remains unchanged: to claim the Holy Grail, a powerful artifact that grants the wishes of the war's victor.

In "Dance in the Vampire Bund," Mina Tepes, the ruler of the vampires, publicly announces the existence of vampires on live television and proposes establishing a sanctuary in Japan called the Vampire Bund. Using her family's immense wealth, she settles the country's debts and secures the rights to build a haven for vampires. However, her declaration sparks opposition from humans who doubt her intentions for peace. Akira Kaburagi, a skeptic of vampires, feels uneasy when discussions about them arise, though he cannot explain why. Living a carefree life since suffering a head injury a year prior, Akira's world changes when he meets Mina, who awakens his buried memories and compels him to protect her without knowing the reasons. Unbeknownst to Akira, he holds an extraordinary secret: he is a werewolf, destined from birth to safeguard the vampire queen at the cost of his own existence. As Mina and Akira navigate the dangerous environment of the Vampire Bund, they uncover the deep nature of their bond.

Hino Akiharu lost his parents as a child and was taken in by his uncle's household. Wanting to avoid being a burden on that family, he chose to enroll in Hakureiryou high school, a tuition-free boarding school, working as a butler. But his rough, delinquent-like appearance scares off the female students, who form the majority of the campus. Struggling to fit in with his classmates, Akiharu crosses paths with Saikyou Tomomi, the girl he had a crush on during childhood.

In the film "Bleach the Movie: Hell Verse," souls who have committed terrible sins are erased from the Soul Society's cycle of rebirth and cast into Hell for all eternity. Three of these condemned beings, referred to as the Sinners of Hell, manage to escape their eternal punishment and appear in Karakura Town, sparking an intense battle with substitute Shinigami Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends. After the clash, the Sinners' leader, Shuren, kidnaps Ichigo's sisters in an attempt to draw Ichigo in and break free from Hell's control. With assistance from one of the Sinners, Kokutou, Ichigo ventures into Hell on a dangerous mission to save his sisters. However, the Soul Society forbids this rescue, fearing it could disrupt the fragile equilibrium between the human world and the afterlife. As loyalties grow uncertain, Ichigo faces his greatest trial yet—a choice that could plunge all three realms into chaos.

After dying, "I" is cast out of the cycle of reincarnation because of the sin "I" committed. An angel announces that "I" has won a lottery, and the prize is a chance to recall that sin. The soul of "I" enters the body of Makoto, a 14-year-old boy who committed suicide, and "I" tries to retrace those lost memories. Oppressed by Makoto's terrible circumstances and by the guilt of borrowing his body, "I" slowly comes to a realization: people hurt each other because the world is so colorful that no one can tell their own true color from the colors of others. Based on the award-winning first-person narrative novel by Mori Eto, the movie won several awards in Japan.

In a world where human pollution has devastated the oceans and harmed marine life, a single squid decides to take revenge on humanity. Armed with tentacle-like hair, ink expulsion, and bioluminescence, Ika Musume rises from the sea to confront people. She targets the Lemon Beach House, a restaurant run by sisters Eiko and Chizuru Aizawa, believing it to be an easy starting point for global conquest. However, Ika Musume quickly learns that life on land is far different from what she expected, especially after accidentally damaging part of the beach house and being forced to work there as compensation. Defeated by the Aizawa sisters, Ika Musume must temporarily set aside her world domination plans and adapt to her new role as a waitress. Despite the challenges, she gradually finds joy in her surroundings and forms meaningful bonds with those around her. Through her experiences and the support of her growing circle of friends, Ika Musume discovers the value of community and friendship, all while serving squid ink spaghetti and more at the Lemon Beach House. The whimsical and humorous adventures of Shinryaku! Ika Musume chronicle her journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

In Okinawa, high schooler Kio Kakazu is living a normal life until he faints at his grandfather's memorial when he encounters Eris, a strange girl sporting cat ears. After waking up, Kio finds Eris mostly undressed next to him. She explains that she is an envoy from the planet Catia, sent to collect data on Earth and help build ties between their civilizations. Having been treated so warmly, Eris decides to move in with Kio's family. Their peaceful days are disrupted when agents from several secret organizations, among them Kio's childhood friend Manami Kinjou, try to capture Eris. Determined that Eris will leave Earth with a favorable opinion of humans, Kio promises to protect her and prove to everyone that she poses no danger.

In the beautiful and prosperous land of Great Japan, a grave danger threatens the nation. Protecting it are the mysterious guardians called Master Samurai. Young samurai Muneakira Yagyuu is summoned by the student council to attend Buou Academic School, an institution run by the Tokugawa Shogunate that trains the children of warriors to govern the country. The school is led by student council president Yoshihiko Tokugawa and his sister Sen, Muneakira's childhood friend. When Muneakira arrives at the academy, a violent fight erupts. In the midst of the chaos, a strange white light fills the sky, and an unusual girl named Juubei Yagyuu appears. She unexpectedly kisses Muneakira, awakening a hidden power that protects them both. The mystery of Juubei's true identity and origins remains unknown. As Muneakira becomes entangled in the fate of the nation and a looming catastrophe that could devastate Great Japan, he must uncover the secrets of the Master Samurai and the power unleashed by Juubei's kiss to defend his homeland.

On her first day of junior high, Mato Kuroi quickly bonds with Yomi Takanashi. Though Yomi is taken aback by Mato's direct manner, they swiftly become close friends, spending nearly every day together. To mark their friendship, Mato gives Yomi a phone charm shaped like a blue star, matching the one she carries herself. As the two move into their second year, their relationship begins to shift. Placed in separate homerooms, Mato grows closer to Yuu Koutari, whom she meets through the basketball team. This new friendship drives a wedge between Mato and Yomi, eventually leading to Yomi's sudden disappearance. Meanwhile, Black★Rock Shooter is locked in combat with the Dead Master. Despite being enemies, the two share a connection that mirrors the bond between Mato and Yomi. As their fates intersect, it becomes apparent that Yomi's vanishing may be tied to the blue star charm—and to Black★Rock Shooter herself.

In the futuristic, alien-populated city of Edo, Gintoki leads the Yorozuya team—comprised mainly of Shinpachi and Kagura, who often feel like overworked employees—taking on various odd jobs to make ends meet while avoiding overly dangerous situations. Their routine is disrupted when Katsura, the Joui rebel leader and an old friend of Gintoki, disappears after a brutal attack by an unidentified assailant. Shinpachi and Kagura begin looking into Katsura’s disappearance and the attacker’s identity. Meanwhile, Gintoki takes on what appears to be an unrelated task: retrieving the Benizakura, a powerful and enigmatic sword that was recently stolen, for the blacksmith Tetsuya. As both investigations progress, they intersect, drawing the Yorozuya into a complex conspiracy involving the malevolent origins of the Benizakura. Determined to face the threat directly, Gintoki plans an assault on the enemy’s stronghold with the aid of some surprising allies, setting off on one of his most perilous missions.

Set in 1864 Japan, Hakuoki ~Demon of the Fleeting Blossom~ centers on Chizuru Yukimura, a young woman searching for her missing father, Koudou, a doctor who is seldom at home. After months without any word from him, Chizuru disguises herself as a man and travels to Kyoto hoping for clues. While evading suspicious ronin, she accidentally happens upon a brutal scene where those ronin are viciously killed by crazed white-haired beings. The Shinsengumi step in, eliminate the attackers, and then capture Chizuru, debating whether to kill her or let her live. When Chizuru reveals her father’s name, the Shinsengumi decide to protect her, since they too have been looking for Koudou. It emerges that Koudou shares a deep link with the Shinsengumi, drawing Chizuru into the group’s struggles against their enemies and the political turmoil gripping Kyoto.

In "Durarara!! Specials," Celty Sturluson accepts a delivery job for a mysterious red handbag, which quickly draws the attention of various shadowy factions. As she navigates through Ikebukuro, she is pursued by enigmatic strangers speaking an unfamiliar language, and her package becomes a source of chaos among the city's inhabitants. Elsewhere, renowned actor Yuuhei Hanejima visits Ikebukuro for a unique TV segment designed to find the ideal couple to feature in one of his upcoming films. It is later disclosed that Yuuhei Hanejima is actually the alias of Kasuka Heiwajima, Shizuo's younger brother. When an anonymous online figure threatens to eliminate the famous actor, they come to understand the extent of their family ties. Moreover, Shizuo discovers that the person behind the assassination attempt is someone he deeply despises.

In the peaceful town of Seize, located on the edge of Helvetia, daily existence flows quietly along cobblestone streets, mostly untouched by the rising conflict between Helvetia and the neighboring Roman Empire. Into this setting comes Kanata Sorami, a lively young woman who enlists in the Helvetian army's 1121st platoon, stationed at the Clocktower Fortress in Seize, because of her love for playing the bugle. With mentorship from Sergeant Major Rio Kazumiya, a talented trumpeter, she begins her musical training. The platoon also includes Noël Kannagi, a reserved engineer; Kureha Suminoya, an enthusiastic artillery operator; and Captain Felicia Heideman, known for her kind nature. Through their time together, they discover the beauty of life in Seize and the lasting joy found in a community that continues to thrive even as the world around them deteriorates.

Along the scenic banks of the Arakawa River, life continues to be as chaotic as ever. Kou Ichinomiya, also called "Recruit," has grown accustomed to managing the daily antics of his eccentric neighbors. But this already strange setting is about to become even more unpredictable with the arrival of two peculiar newcomers: Amazoness, a tall and muscular woman accompanied by her Tengu followers, and Captain, who declares himself the commander of Earth's defense against invaders from Venus. Amidst the growing turmoil, Recruit slowly uncovers more about Nino and the experiences that shaped her past.

Vash the Stampede is a walking contradiction. Across the barren world of Gunsmoke, he is both feared and admired as "The Humanoid Typhoon" for the destruction he is blamed for, yet Vash is actually a gentle soul who avoids conflict and follows a strict code of non-violence. Two decades ago, during a failed bank robbery, the cunning Gasback Gallon Getaway was stopped by Vash and left behind by his former partners. Now, those same betrayers have become wealthy businessmen and politicians. Driven by his lasting hatred, Gasback has started a mission to take revenge on each of them, using ruthless methods to achieve his ends. When he arrives in Macca City, Vash accidentally interferes with Gasback's schemes. He joins forces with the mysterious Amelia Ann McFly and the insurance agents Milly Thompson and Meryl Stryfe, creating a team ready to face Gasback and stop any more violence.

In "Eden of the East the Movie II: Paradise Lost," Akira Takizawa, a member of the twelve Seleção tasked with saving the country to win the game, chooses to become the "King of Japan." After returning from the United States, the other Seleção members pursue their own goals, competing for dominance. Though viewed as possible terrorists, Saki Morimi and the rest of the "Eden of the East" team keep aiding Takizawa in achieving his aim and uncovering the mysteries of his past, as the final confrontation among the Seleção draws near.

Takumi Tsuzuki attends Umenomori Private Academy on a scholarship, maintaining a close bond with his childhood friend Fumino Serizawa, who is known for her contradictory behavior. He often evades Chise Umenomori, the chairman's spoiled granddaughter, who drags him into her bizarre activities. After school, Takumi helps out at the "Stray Cats" pastry shop run by his adoptive older sister Otome Tsuzuki until bedtime. That describes his usual routine. The story opens on another ordinary day for Takumi, but things take a turn when Otome leaves the shop to help someone. Fumino, worried about being late, wakes him up for their customary walk to school, accidentally exposing her blue-and-white striped underwear in the process—an odd way to start the morning. When Otome returns, she brings Nozomi Kiriya, a girl with catlike features and mannerisms. Nozomi is a runaway whom Otome has decided to take in. As Takumi tries to figure out Nozomi's identity and why she fled, his formerly uneventful life becomes a chaotic series of surprises.

Haruka Ozawa's second year of high school is taking a terrifying turn. One of her friends has become possessed, another has died by suicide, and Haruka herself may be next to fail the test of staying alive. Her only escape from this potentially deadly dead end is Yakumo Saito, a mysterious student born with a strange red eye that lets him see and communicate with the dead. But the deceased don't always stay quiet, and some killers are more than ready to kill again to prevent the dead from revealing any more secrets. This doesn't stop Haruka's talent for unearthing buried secrets, and there are even more signs of bodies being exposed through both Yakumo's police contact and an investigative journalist who has a newly made corpse hidden away. Can this pair of anything but ordinary paranormal detectives solve the ultimate cold case files, or will they end up in permanent storage themselves?

The official Kuroshitsuji website provides details for six OVAs that are included across various DVD releases. DVD 2: Ciel in Wonderland (Part 1) The characters from Kuroshitsuji II are reimagined as figures from Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. DVD 3: Welcome to the Phantomhive Mansion This segment is structured like a simulation game where Elizabeth invites a lady (possibly the viewer) to attend a ball held at the Phantomhive residence. DVD 5: The Making of Kuroshitsuji II An insider documentary styled after Hollywood features behind-the-scenes conversations with Sebastian, Ciel, Claude, Alois, and other members of the cast. DVD 6: Ciel in Wonderland (Part 2) Continuing the theme, the Kuroshitsuji II cast is once again portrayed as characters from Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. DVD 8: The Tale of William the Shinigami William and Grell take on the role of trainers for new shinigami recruits, reminiscing about their own time as training partners. DVD 9: The Spider's Intention This OVA focuses on life within the Trancy household and the dedication of those who serve under Alois.