Fall 2009 Anime

In the magical kingdom of Fiore, Lucy Heartfilia harbors a dream of joining the renowned wizard guild Fairy Tail. Her aspiration is realized upon meeting Natsu Dragneel, the fire mage known as "Salamander," who invites her to become a member. Within the guild, friction often erupts between Natsu and the ice mage Gray Fullbuster, even as the formidable Erza Scarlet maintains a commanding presence. Despite frequently causing chaos, these skilled mages and their eccentric comrades are united by a bond of absolute trust that surpasses family ties. As Lucy integrates with Natsu, Gray, Erza, and the rest of the guild, she finds herself repeatedly entangled in perilous scenarios. While undertaking lucrative jobs and missions to safeguard the world, a sinister shadow hangs over their journey: Zeref, the dreaded master of dark magic.

In Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You, Sawako Kuronuma is unfairly feared and avoided by her classmates because her resemblance to a famous horror character earns her the nickname Sadako; they mistake her kind and introverted nature for something menacing. Longing for ordinary friendships, she becomes drawn to Shouta Kazehaya, the school's most popular student, whose bright and outgoing personality she deeply admires. When Kazehaya invites her to join a bravery challenge, Sawako sees it as a chance to connect with others, including Ayane Yano and Chizuru Yoshida. As she navigates these new social experiences, she believes Kazehaya is improving her life, unaware of the profound effect she has on him.

Academy City stands as a technological metropolis, surpassing the rest of the world by approximately two to three decades. Among its 2.3 million inhabitants, 80% are students whose education focuses on cultivating esper abilities. Misaka Mikoto, one of the city's most potent espers, shares a dormitory with Kuroko Shirai, a high-level esper who serves in Judgement, a student-led law enforcement agency. Both girls are enrolled at Tokiwadai, an exclusive private school for the wealthy and gifted. Kuroko's partner in Judgement is Kazari Uiharu, a low-level esper attending Sakugawa Middle School, where her best friend and classmate is Ruiko Saten, a Level Zero possessing no esper powers. Together, these four become embroiled in various adventures throughout the dynamic scientific city.

Since childhood, Tomoki Sakurai has been haunted by recurring nightmares of an angel. Concerned for him, his friend Sohara Mitsuki seeks the advice of Eishirou Sugata, an eccentric sky enthusiast. Eishirou suspects Tomoki's visions are connected to the New World, a baffling aerial phenomenon that has left researchers stumped. To investigate, the trio establishes the New World Discovery Club, and Eishirou organizes a special event to observe the skies. However, Tomoki's mundane existence is upended when a mysterious girl descends from the heavens and proclaims him her master. The narrative follows the daily exploits of the New World Discovery Club as they gradually piece together the truth regarding the Angeloids that have begun appearing on Earth.

In the follow-up season, Hei and Yin are fugitives after betraying the Syndicate in the prior installment. After departing Japan, Hei meets Suou Pavlichenko, a 13-year-old Eurasian girl who gets pulled into the conflicts and political maneuvers of various factions and Contractors competing for dominance. Meanwhile, Hell's Gate remains intact in Tokyo, following Hei's actions to prevent the Saturn Ring anti-Gate particle weapon from activating. While Contractors are no longer at risk of having their existences erased, that doesn't stop new and existing Contractors from misusing their powers. As Misaki Kirihara and her team at the Public Security Bureau handle the rising number of Contractor incidents, she also must hold off the Syndicate, which holds significant influence in the Japanese police and intelligence agencies around the globe. The story's setting primarily unfolds in both Japan and Russia.

Following yet another defeat at Naraku's hands, Inuyasha, Kagome Higurashi, and their allies continue their pursuit of the scattered Shikon Jewel shards, determined to prevent the evil Naraku from reassembling them. Naraku, however, remains resolute in securing the shards for himself, eliminating anyone who obstructs him, even his own underlings. This escalating threat forces Sango and Miroku to weigh their romantic feelings against their duties as warriors. Meanwhile, Inuyasha must confront his own emotions, torn between Kikyou and Kagome. As the race to gather the shards intensifies, Inuyasha and his rival brother Sesshoumaru are compelled to set aside their differences and unite for a decisive battle against Naraku, a confrontation essential to ending his tyranny once and for all.

Natsuru suddenly transforms into a beautiful girl, an experience that should be exciting but becomes grim when a toy tiger reveals they are now a Kampfer—a mystical warrior forced to battle other Kampfers in their female form, turning their reality into a nightmare. Alongside the physical challenges, their childhood best friend confesses feelings for Natsuru's new female appearance, complicating matters further. The separation of boys' and girls' sections at school forces them to attend both, fueling speculation that they are dating themselves. Additionally, rival Kampfers at school pose a serious threat, leaving Natsuru unsure whether their motives are romantic or hostile. As battles with weapons like swords and guns rage alongside hormonal chaos, this unwilling gender-bending fighter must struggle to stay alive and maintain their sanity.

In Nyan Koi!, Junpei Kousaka is a second-year high school student who suffers from a severe cat allergy, which has led to his strong dislike of felines. His life becomes complicated because his family, his longtime friend, and the girl he has a crush on, Kaede Mizuno, are all devoted cat lovers. One day, while walking home, Junpei tries to kick an empty can into a dumpster but misses, accidentally knocking the head off a statue of a cat deity. As a result, he gains the strange ability to understand what cats are saying. To protect himself and others from the dangerous consequences of this curse, Junpei must keep his new power a secret. With guidance from his own cat, Nyamsus, Junpei sets out to complete one hundred good deeds for cats in order to break the curse. If he fails, he risks turning into a cat himself—a fate that would be deadly due to his allergy.

Upon discovering that islands in East Blue are being destroyed, Monkey D. Luffy and his crew set out to investigate. During their journey, they encounter a strange pirate ship descending from the sky, commanded by the infamous pirate Shiki "the Golden Lion," who ate the Float-Float Fruit and became the only prisoner to ever escape Impel Down. Driven by a desire to challenge the World Government, Shiki kidnaps Nami to serve as his navigator and leaves the rest of the Straw Hat Pirates stranded on his floating islands as hostages, placing Nami in a dangerous situation. Trapped within Shiki’s territory, Luffy and his crew must navigate the treacherous landscape to rescue their navigator and friend.

Under a crimson sky with a blackened moon, monsters begin appearing on the streets, leaving Satsuki Kakeru confused. With his best friend Yuka, he tries to figure out why they are trapped in this strange world, seemingly empty except for them. When the "Red Night" ends, Kakeru and Yuka think it was just a hallucination—until it happens again, putting them in danger. They soon meet four others in the same situation: Misuzu Kusakabe, a skilled swordsman; Kukuri Tachibana, a quiet girl who resembles Kakeru's late sister; Yukiko Hirohara, a lively woman who becomes a ruthless assassin without her glasses; and Takahisa Tajima, a youth with fire-controlling powers. Together, the six struggle to survive and uncover the mystery of this puzzling dimension, only to face greater challenges when six sinister figures confront them.

This series consists of six anime adaptations of modern Japanese literary classics: Osamu Dazai’s No Longer Human (Ningen Shikkaku) and Run Melos! (Hashire Melos!), Natsume Soseki’s Kokoro, Ryunosuke Akutagawa’s Hell Screen (Jigoku Hen) and The Spider's Thread (Kumo no Ito), plus Ango Sakaguchi's In the Forest, Under Cherries in Full Bloom. No Longer Human (Ningen Shikkaku) follows a student whose life takes on a complete loss of direction. Over the course of three different chapters, this young man slides into despair, addiction, and darkness, gradually wasting his years. The final chapter finds him alone as a burnt-out, haggard shadow of the person he once was. In the Forest, Under Cherries in Full Bloom (Sakura no Mori no Mankai no Shita) is a tale of love involving a woman from the 12th century and a mountain bandit who takes her by force. Kokoro is a 1914 story of a young man's path through the Meiji era, focusing on his growing friendship with an older mentor he calls "Sensei". The story is about the transition from Meiji period to modern time, building on themes of isolation from Soseki's prior work, this time through inherited strands of egoism and guilt. Run Melos! (Hashire Melos!) adapts the classic Greek account of Damon and Pythias. At its core is a friendship that never falters. Melos, the hero, stands by his promise to save his friend's life despite overwhelming obstacles, and at last his courage has earned its reward. The Spider’s Thread (Kumo no Moto) follows the Buddha Shakyamuni, who discovers an unsympathetic culprit undergoing agony in Hell. The prisoner once did mercy in the form of a single small act, failing to kill a spider he saw deep in battle. Taken by this selfless act, Shakyamuni sends down in a silken thread from Paradise to Hell, but the decision the fate of the condemned one has to act on his own—the thread waits for him to take it, if only he can. Hell Screen (Jigoku Hen) delves into a gifted artist who receives a commission from a great noble lord to paint scenes of the Buddhist Hell. Unable to create what he cannot witness personally, he foolishly attacks through the lord's servants and characters, crafting his twisted vision of hell as his bloodlust finally plunges the entire house into madness and catastrophe.

As the vice president of Hekiyou Academy's student council, Ken Sugisaki dreams of nothing more than lounging around with a harem of cute girls, snacking on treats, and playing games. Usually, student council seats are decided by elections, but the highest-scoring student also gets a spot—and Ken earned his place through intense studying after previously having poor grades. His ultimate desire is to be surrounded by adoring female admirers. But Ken's fantasies don't match reality. The council's female members constantly shut down his attempts to get closer, focusing instead on what he considers boring duties like planning school events and overseeing other clubs. Even so, Ken refuses to give up on his whimsical goals.

In the aftermath of the Valbanil War, which ended forty-four years ago, the surviving nations agreed to a peace treaty that outlawed the dangerous demon contracts that had previously caused widespread devastation. Cecily Cambell, a young knight, is determined to uphold her family’s legacy by protecting the people with her father’s treasured sword. Cecily encounters her first challenge when a crazed swordsman attacks the marketplace. She rushes to defend the civilians, but her weapon shatters during the confrontation. A cloaked figure wielding an unusual blade steps in and neutralizes the assailant. After the chaos, Cecily visits a nearby blacksmith to repair her damaged heirloom. She soon realizes that her rescuer, Luke Ainsworth, who is also the blacksmith, may possess the specialized skills required for such intricate repairs. Determined to restore her beloved sword, Cecily pursues the man who saved her life. Later, a band of brigands ambushes a caravan heading to the city, revealing monstrous forms and an ice demon among them. Luke uses a holy power to defeat these enemies, who are suspected to be operating under a forbidden demon contract. Meanwhile, a hooded figure watches from a distance. Who is this mysterious adversary, and how will their presence affect Cecily and Luke?

Following the prevention of Japan's annihilation, Akira Takizawa wished to become the "King of Japan" before erasing his memories again and disappearing. He entrusted his cellphone to Saki Morimi, leaving behind only the clue, "I'll be waiting where our journey began." Six months later, whispers about Akira's whereabouts spread, and Saki embarks on a journey to New York City to find him. However, she is not alone in her search; the remaining Seleção, fueled by vast resources and a goal to "save Japan," are also hot on his trail. While some Seleção members seek to aid Akira in his aspirations, others plot to eliminate him to fulfill their own visions for a reformed Japan. As the stakes rise and new truths emerge, the pursuit continues.

Kobato Hanato, a kind and earnest young girl, is on a journey toward a particular destination. To achieve this, she must assist people who are suffering. Whenever she successfully heals someone's emotional wounds, a bead resembling a piece of candy is created and stored in a special container. Once that container is full, her desire will come true. Alongside her stuffed animal companion, Ioryogi, Kobato meets many individuals dealing with different hardships—including a child struggling with family troubles and a high school girl dealing with the intricacies of romance. Using her naturally bright personality and friendly attitude, Kobato strives to bring happiness into their lives.

Gauche Suede is highly respected among the Letter Bees, a government-run organization tasked with delivering written messages to isolated regions. Yet, the Amberground that Gauche must cross is shrouded in eternal twilight and plagued by vicious creatures called Gaichuu. During a dangerous delivery assignment, Gauche encounters Lag Seeing, a terrified child who was sent as a letter. Five years later, Lag has become a Letter Bee in his own right, motivated by his experience with Gauche. As Lag works to follow in the footsteps of his hero, he starts to unravel the struggles and intricacies embedded in his world.

In the eccentric setting of Irabu General Hospital, the unorthodox psychiatrist Dr. Ichirou Irabu and his captivating nurse Mayumi help patients struggling with mental disorders that disrupt their daily routines. Mayumi's striking look and her notably short pink nurse outfit draw careful attention. Dr. Irabu himself exhibits three distinct personas: a child wearing an oversized lab coat, an articulate young adult with graceful mannerisms, and a self-centered, lively green bear. He uses questionable treatment methods, often pursuing personal gains outside his medical duties and frequently disregarding his professional responsibilities. Each patient confronts the heart of their condition, linked together by an invisible thread that connects their narratives.

In Yume-iro Pâtissière, Ichigo Amano is a clumsy girl with an overwhelming passion for cakes. Her life changes when she meets Henri Lucas, a famous patissier who discovers her hidden but remarkable talent for tasting desserts. Recognizing her potential, Henri enrolls her at St. Marie Academy, an elite school specializing in pastry arts. Despite Ichigo's lack of experience and skill, she is placed in the top-tier class due to Henri's recommendation, joining the "Sweets Princes." These princes are renowned throughout the academy for their magical confections, and include Sennosuke Andou, skilled in traditional Japanese sweets; Satsuki Hanabusa, adept at candied flowers; and Makoto Kashino, a master chocolatier. As Ichigo navigates this competitive environment, she and the Sweets Princes, each guided by their own "Sweets Spirit" fairies, work toward their individual goals in the world of desserts.

A four-episode OVA series where each installment tells a different side story from the original material. Episode 1 – Reshuffle: Because of the effect of Friagne's treasure device, Shana and Yuji end up swapping bodies. They try to handle the situation without anyone finding out, but... Episode 2 – Domicile: Lately, Shana has been acting strangely. Concerned for her, Yuji and Wilhelmina decide to secretly follow her after school one day. What secret could Shana be hiding? Episode 3 – Overture (Part 1): While hunting a particular tomogara, Shana consumes the existence of a torch named Oogami Junko to make her investigation across the city easier—while also dealing with the family problems Junko left behind after being devoured. Episode 4 – Overture (Part 2): Continuation of episode 3.

In "King of Thorn," a lethal virus called Medousa spreads worldwide, turning people to stone with no known cure, pushing humanity to the brink of extinction. The only hope lies in Venus Gate Corporation's bold initiative: placing 160 individuals into deep cryogenic stasis for up to a century, awaiting a potential remedy. Among those chosen is Kasumi Ishiki, who is deeply distressed by the thought of being separated from her twin sister, Shizuku. Despite her anxiety, they cling to the hope of eventual reunion. When Kasumi awakens, reality is nothing like she expected. The cryo-facility is overrun with thorny vines, and monstrous creatures threaten the few survivors. Most of the awakened are lost to the chaos, but Kasumi endures alongside a handful of others. Together, they navigate the labyrinthine facility, determined to uncover the truth behind the Medousa virus and expose Venus Gate Corporation's hidden motives.

In "Whispered Words," Murasame Sumika is a standout at her high school due to her outstanding academic and athletic skills. She conceals her feelings for her classmate, Kazama Ushio, who is fascinated by girl-girl relationships but remains unaware of Sumika's crush, having been rejected before by other girls with similar interests.

Following their victory over the Easter Corporation, Amu Hinamori and her fellow Guardians at Seiyo Academy continue to handle any X Eggs that come their way. With four out of the five current team members set to graduate soon, the future of the Guardians Council looks uncertain. To ensure its continuity, the team decides to recruit two "Guardian Apprentices," with the hope that these new members will one day develop their own Heart's Eggs. Among the new recruits is Rikka Hiiragi, a lively and optimistic girl who possesses the rare skill of communicating with X Eggs—a feat previously unattainable by the Guardians. While the team is intrigued by Rikka's talent, she fears that once they learn the real method behind her ability, she may not be fully embraced as a Guardian.

Aniplex has announced that a 10-minute Gintama short anime titled "Shiroyasha Koutan" will be released on September 30th. This special was originally screened at the Jump Super Anime Tour 2008 and had not been made available on DVD before. The release serves as a trailer for a hypothetical Gintama movie. Additionally, the DVD includes the Gintama OVA that was first shown at the Jump Anime Tour '05.

In "Haruka Nogizaka's Secret Purezza," Haruka keeps her passion for manga and anime concealed with the assistance of her close friend Yuuto. Tensions emerge when another girl who is friends with Yuuto begins to develop romantic feelings for him, creating an emotional conflict within their group. Meanwhile, Yuuto supports Haruka by encouraging her to pursue her greatest interests: drawing manga, watching anime, and attending special anime events.

In a world where deceased souls become books stored in the Bantorra Library, allowing people to read about their past lives, Armed Librarians possessing psychic powers protect the library. They battle Sindeki Kyoudan, a religious organization that serves as their primary enemy.

Extra short anime featuring Holo from BD volumes 1 and 2.

Following the first season, Tomoharu is now faced with a dilemma: if he doesn't form a contract with an "akuma", he risks losing his dear friend Takatsuki. However, doing so would compromise his own existence as it would result in him and his ghost friend Misao becoming an Asura Cryin'—mankind's biggest threat, according to their school's presidents. To make the decision even harder, Tomoharu and Misao have recovered some of their past memories—memories of a world that they didn't even know existed.

Following her difficult journey and many challenges, Reina has developed into a powerful warrior. She aims to enter the prestigious Queen's Blade tournament, which brings her to the capital city of Gainos, ruled by Queen Aldora. Numerous stunning fighters have gathered in Gainos with the same goal as Reina: to participate in the Queen's Blade competition. Among these competitors is Reina's sister, Claudette, who seeks to restore the Vance family's honor. Other participants include Tomoe and Shizuka, defending their homeland of Hinomoto; Nanael, who is forced to compete by the Archangel; and the followers of the Marshland Witch. Each of these elegant warriors has assembled in Gainos with one shared purpose: to win the Queen's Blade, a contest meant to choose the strongest and most beautiful queen. Who will claim that esteemed throne can only be determined through battle.

Naruto: The Cross Roads While on a mission to locate a missing person, Kakashi Hatake becomes separated from his team—Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Sakura Haruno—after they fall into a mysterious trap. The situation escalates when the three are attacked by unknown ninjas, who kidnap Sakura. Naruto and Sasuke are motivated to save her, fighting fiercely. Even though Sasuke reveals disturbing details about the mission, they stay committed to bringing the group back together and completing their task.

The second season of White Album, also known as episodes 14-26.

A decade after the Great War against the demon-beasts came to an end, the empire holds dominion over the world, and its prosperity depends heavily on the widespread use of aer. Yuri Lowell and Flynn Scifo are two young men who have just joined the ranks of the prestigious Imperial Knights. One day, they are dispatched to the town of Ceazontania, where reports indicate that abnormal aer activity has led to the emergence of horribly mutated beasts, posing a serious danger to the entire region. At the same time, the Knights Supreme Commander Alexei Denoia and the naive Princess Estellise become entangled in a behind-the-scenes power struggle in the capital. The situation in Ceazontania grows worse as the garrison of Imperial Knights realizes they can expect no immediate reinforcements from the capital. Then, Niren Fedrok, the commander of the Imperial Knights stationed in Ceazontania, makes an unexpected decision that will alter Yuri and Flynn’s fate forever. What are the hidden truths behind the extraordinary events unfolding around Yuri and Flynn? Will they manage to protect the innocent people of Ceazontania while remaining true to their own convictions?

As summer arrives and the school year comes to a close, Chizuru, Kota, and their circle of friends savor the warm weather. Chizuru playfully teases Kota, causing him to blush, while Nozomu attempts to interfere. Meanwhile, Tayura holds feelings for Akane, but she rejects his advances, leading to some dramatic moments. Despite the shifts that have occurred since the fox finally caught its target, the classic romantic storyline continues to unfold.

Halo Legends presents seven distinct stories set in the Halo universe, each created by a different production studio. "The Babysitter" follows the Helljumpers, elite Orbital Drop Shock Troopers on a secret assassination mission behind enemy lines. "The Duel" tells the story of an ancient Arbiter who abandoned the Covenant faith and now faces the consequences of being labeled a heretic. "The Package" focuses on a Spartan unit, including the Master Chief, as they undertake a covert operation to board a Covenant flagship and retrieve a vital item. In "Origins," the Master Chief and Cortana are stranded after Halo 3, and Cortana recounts the Forerunners' fall, the Flood's destruction, humanity's rise, and the subsequent war between humans and the Covenant. "Homecoming" explores Spartan Daisy's reflections on her SPARTAN-II background as she helps evacuate UNSC troops caught in a Covenant ambush. "Prototype" follows Marine Sergeant Ghost as he fights fiercely to atone for his past mistakes. Finally, "Odd One Out" is a non-canonical parody featuring Spartan 1337, who endures a series of unfortunate events.

The cast of Baka to Test all get together and tell us what Christmas means to them. Joy!

Despairing situations pursue Nozomu through a zombie-like onslaught of misguided concepts, the manner in which individuals chuckle at what they fail to comprehend, passively following the crowd, and other themes in this follow-up to Zan Sayonara Zetsubou-sensei. It additionally carries on the employment of countless wordplay, internal jokes, and debates via background texts and signage.

Humanity teeters on the edge of annihilation as the "Aragami"—monsters that devour everything in their path—stage an unending assault. The remaining survivors huddle in scattered fortresses. Ordinary weapons prove useless against these creatures, but "Oracle Cell" technology, sourced from the Aragami's own essence, provides a method to destroy them. Yet the Aragami evolve at a godlike speed, steadily building up resistance, and conventional approaches grow futile. As a final gamble to neutralize the threat in Eurasia, the surviving human governments prepare to trigger a nuclear reactor meltdown. This desperate mission receives support from three "God Eaters" sent by Fenrir's Far East Branch, the organization that oversees what remains of Japan. Equipped with sophisticated weapons known as God Arcs—designed to breach Aragami armor and pull out their cores—these elite soldiers may represent humanity's last stand against the Aragami and the looming specter of total extinction.

A re-editing of the 11 television episodes of Higashi no Eden.

After their triumph at Touka Village and the bandits' expulsion, Unchou Kan'u, Chouhi Yokutoku, and Shokatsuryou Koumei get ready for their next journey. They meet an unforeseen figure: a young woman who declares herself to be Gentoku Ryuubi. Falsely blamed for numerous offenses, Ryuubi is set on recovering her family's precious blade, the Chuuzan Seiou, and vindicating her name. To protect Ryuubi, the group bands together and trails the sword as it passes through different hands, yet they perpetually remain one step behind its current holder. During their travels, Kan'u and her companions run into many familiar faces who offer their aid without hesitation. Concurrently, Kan'u and Chouhi come to realize that the bonds of family reach beyond just blood ties.

This movie combines a recap of the original Frontier story with new plot elements. Sheryl Nome arrives at the colony fleet to perform a concert, but soon faces suspicion as hidden schemes within the Frontier administration emerge, hinting that she may be a Galaxy spy. At the same time, childhood friends Alto Saotome and Ranka Lee pursue their own dreams while the conflict between Frontier and the Vajra escalates. As the first part of the Frontier reimagining, the story is continued in its sequel, The Wings of Goodbye.

Professor Layton is contacted by the celebrated opera diva Jenis Quatlane, who invites him, Luke, and Remi to attend her latest performance. In her letter, she also asks for their help with a strange puzzle: her friend Melina passed away a year ago, yet has since come back as a seven-year-old girl, claiming to have uncovered the secret of eternal life and knowing things that only the real Melina could have known. Intrigued, Layton and his young apprentice set out for the Crown Petone opera house, while Remi remains in London to investigate the disappearances of several girls in the city. The opera they witness tells the story of a vanished realm called the Kingdom of Immortals. Long ago, a beautiful queen who adored music ruled there, cherished by all her subjects. When she fell gravely ill, her people labored desperately to find a cure, but no medicine could save her. The queen died, and only then was the remedy completed: a potion granting eternal life. Heartbroken by their loss, the kingdom's inhabitants chose to drink the newly made elixir and become immortal, hoping to one day meet their queen reborn. It is said that Abrosia's Kingdom still exists somewhere in the world, awaiting its queen's return so she may sing forever. Once the performance ends, a masked man steps forward and makes the audience an offer: "Let's play a game. The winner will receive eternal life; the losers will face death." Now Layton and Luke must take part in this deadly contest and uncover the true secret behind eternal life. The story takes place between the events of Professor Layton and the Last Specter and Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask.

A schoolgirl named Fumiko confesses her love, only to be rejected because the boy wants to focus on baseball training. As she cries and runs downhill through the town, her speed steadily increases. This independent animation received the Award of Excellence given to students at the Tokyo International Anime Award in 2010.

A collection of OADs adapting chapters 184 through 188 of Ken Akamatsu's Magic World manga arc. In contrast to the first two anime seasons, the character designs in this release are highly faithful to the original source.

The story follows a normal high school boy, Kakeru Daichi, and the melon juice soda can he gets from a vending machine. That can suddenly morphs into a beautiful but standoffish girl, whom Kakeru dubs "Melon," and then additional "Akikan" (empty can) girls start appearing. These Akikan girls, however, must be infused with carbon dioxide in order to transform into human form.

Adapted from the Korean drama series of the same name, Yoo Jin develops feelings for Joon Sang when she is a young girl. After she loses him in an accident, she chooses to marry her childhood friend. But Yoo Jin later encounters someone who looks exactly like the boy she lost, which places her in a difficult situation. The program had 23 members from the original Korean cast providing voices for the characters and was aired with Japanese subtitles. Note: Includes episode 0.

The summer of a man’s boyhood memories continues. Still straddling the line between childhood and adulthood, he has formed a bond with the ghost of a young woman from the World War II era. She and the ghosts of other young women from that time carry on adventures with their linked partners, learning more about each other and traveling through time via their supernatural connection. As he struggles to make his romantic feelings for her a reality, his friend—a girl his own age who is pretending to be a boy—also vies for his attention.

On Tellus, a partially charted world settled by immigrant pioneers and regularly rocked by quakes caused by terraforming machines—dubbed the "Stampedes"—a gifted young racer named Shiro ends up with critical injuries while pursuing the infamous "Loser King" alongside his longtime rival Goodspeed. As he lies dying, a mysterious woman who calls herself Tomoe appears at his bedside, offering him a second chance at life in exchange for taking part in the Planet Re-Development Race, an annual competition that draws fearless thrill-seekers from across the world, lured not only by the massive prize money but also by the opportunity to venture into the planet's uncharted regions. Note: An unfinished pilot edition was shown at the 2009 Sapporo International Film Festival, and a preview of the completed pilot was screened on November 27, 2010. It was released on Blu-Ray and DVD on January 28, 2011.

Another version of Miracle Train: Chuo-sen e Youkoso. The first version of the Miracle Train project focused on the stations of the central Chuo line, while the new anime and related stories deal with the Oedo subway line. As a result, the anime will feature a newer cast of characters — specifically, Fumi Roppongi, Rintarou Shinjuku, Izayoi Tsukishima, Iku Shiodome, Saki Tochou, and Itsumi Ryougoku.

Twenty-five years after Éclair and Lumière saved the galaxy from imminent destruction in the original Kiddy Grade series, the GTO (Galactic Trade Organization)—established following the downfall of the GOTT (Galactic Organization of Trade and Tariffs)—operates to maintain universal peace by fighting criminal activity. Their specialized ES division, modeled after the GOTT's ES (Encounter of Shadow-work) force, now includes publicly recognized ES member candidates. The story centers on two such trainees, Ascoeur and Q-feuille, as they strive to achieve ES membership.

TV Asahi has revealed a new children's anime titled Kaidan Restaurant (Thriller Restaurant), adapted from a series of picture books. Each episode is split into three sections called "dishes": the starter, the main course, and dessert. The initial two segments focus on Ako Ozara, a regular sixth-grader, and the strange events happening to her classmates. The final segment features a brief, self-contained ghost story narrated by Ako and her friends.

DVD and BD specials of Umineko no Naku Koro ni containing the parody dubbing by the original cast.

Saint Lily Gakuen no Himitsu episodes bundled with the Blu-ray editions.

Short picture episodes of Reo and Mai during their daily life as a couple.

After the Demon World Tournament's conclusion, Yusuke, Kuwabara, and Kurama assemble before a crowd to deliver their morning and evening greetings, as requested by the tournament champion. The true difficulty comes in convincing Hiei to take part in this same task.

A theatrical film version of Madhouse's Aoi Bungaku Series anime. The film will re-edit the four episodes based on Osamu Dazai's No Longer Human (Ningen Shikkaku) novel, which have character designs inspired by manga artist and novel illustrator Takeshi Obata. This "director's cut" will include new "navigation" footage which is being created specifically for the film with narrator Masato Sakai.

Promo-like shorts, featuring Maria as a magical knight.

While searching for a lost cat, twin sisters Riko and Rimu Mikogami discover a strange device that allows them to become "Kirumin" and transform into different animals. Their elder sister Nagisa later joins them. Together, the three set off on a variety of charming, humorous, and occasionally dangerous adventures.

This OVA accompanied the limited edition release of the Kyou no Go no Ni manga tankobon as a bonus feature. The production staff and voice actors are identical to those from the television anime adaptation of Kyou no Go no Ni.

The second season of Tentai Senshi Sunred.

Seventeen-year-old Sayako Amanokawa dreams of becoming a journalist, inspired by Kanemoto, a celebrated newspaper reporter. However, after being falsely accused of publishing an inaccurate story about a corruption scandal, Kanemoto tragically ends his life by stepping in front of a train. In the wake of his death, Sayako unexpectedly gains the ability to see spirits and barely survives a fatal accident of her own. This brush with death bestows upon her a remarkable power. Driven by her passion for journalism, she sets out to uncover the truth behind the incident. Yet the obstacles she faces are far from easy.

Elliptical Orbit: Fifteen years have passed since communication with Earth was lost, and the space freighter Flying Dutchman is now requesting clearance to dock at a remote lunar station. The vessel carries liquid protons, a vital energy source for Earth's survival, but faces sudden danger when galactic terrorists attack the station, seeking to destroy this new power supply and seal humanity's fate. Symbiotic Planet: In a cosmos defined by interplanetary expansion and strange alien ecosystems, Aon and Elena—a couple from opposing nations competing over resources—attempt to build a shared existence despite resistance from their leaders. Their path grows more difficult due to an alien fungal outbreak and the schemes of a militant fanatic. To endure, they must cling to their bond and discover how to coexist with the remarkable creatures populating this breathtaking yet hazardous world.