Spring 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

In a futuristic Japan, androids are widely used for various tasks, but treating them as equals to humans is considered unacceptable. There is a lingering fear that these machines might rebel against their human creators, resulting in criticism and the labeling of those who show too much trust in androids as "dori-kei" or "android-holics." Rikuo Sakisaka, a high school student, notices strange behavior from his family's android, Sammy—she goes out without being told. After checking her activity logs, Rikuo finds a puzzling message: "Are you enjoying the time of EVE?" With help from his friend Masakazu Masaki, Rikuo follows Sammy's trips to a café called Time of Eve, where discrimination between customers is not allowed. At this place, Rikuo sees both humans and androids existing together without any visible differences. The café has a varied group of customers, each with their own stories and problems, including the lively Akiko and a malfunctioning robot. As Rikuo works to understand Sammy's motives, he begins to question the widespread fear that makes humans see androids only as tools.

The third and fourth seasons of the Hetalia Axis Powers anime. A continuation of the first two seasons under a new title, still adapting the online webcomics drawn by Himaruya Hidekaz. Based on a popular web-released manga series by Hidekazu Himaruya, this has been described as a "cynical gag" story set in Europe in the years between WW1 and WW2 (1915-1939), using exaggerated caricatures of the different nationalities as portrayed by a gaggle of bishōnen. For example, the Italia Veneziano character is into pasta and women. The Deutsche (German) bishi loves potatoes and sausages, and Nippon is an otaku boy. Installments of the manga have jumped back and forth in setting from the ancient times to modern-day geopolitics. The manga's title comes from the Japanese words for "useless" (hetare) and Italy (Italia).

Yuki Sakurai, an orphan raised without knowledge of his family, struggles with a sense of purpose and a peculiar ability to sense others' painful memories through touch. Anonymous letters urging him to end his own life deepen his inner turmoil. Unbeknownst to Yuki, his life is watched by both those who wish to harm him and those who seek to protect him. One misty evening, Yuki's life is unexpectedly saved by a striking man with silver eyes and raven-black hair—someone Yuki recognizes despite never having met. The appearance of this enigmatic figure stirs Yuki's dormant memories and reveals the true meaning of his existence. "Uragiri wa Boku no Namae wo Shitteiru" follows Yuki as a teenager uncovering his identity and origins, all while navigating friendships, encountering betrayal, and gradually unraveling the mysteries of his past.

In the tranquil Edo period, Masanosuke Akitsu, known as Masa, is a wandering ronin without direction, celebrated for his skill with a blade yet hindered by a timid nature that marks him as untrustworthy. Frequent dismissals lead him to doubt his commitment to the samurai path. At his lowest point, Masa meets Yaichi, a cheerful figure in pink, who unexpectedly hires him as a bodyguard. Unaware of the job's true intent, Masa becomes entangled in the shady dealings orchestrated by Yaichi and their crew. As he ventures deeper into the Five Leaves organization, Masa wrestles with his own moral code, but his curiosity drives him to uncover the motives and history of this enigmatic criminal band.

Set over 20 years before the main One Piece storyline, this limited-release OVA depicts the clash between Gold Lion Shiki and Gold Roger, along with various events unfolding across the world around the time of the Pirate King's execution.

In the land of Cruzon, Rygart Arrow is unique because he lacks the ability to manipulate quartz, marking him as an "un-sorcerer." Nonetheless, Rygart forges bonds with Hodr and Sigyn, destined to become Krisna's king and queen, and Zess, the Secretary of War of Athens Commonwealth's younger sibling. Years pass, and Rygart finds out that tensions are escalating between Krisna and Athens. During a visit to Binonten, Krisna's capital, Rygart realizes his inability to use quartz grants him the exceptional capability to control an ancient Golem—a task beyond those skilled in quartz manipulation. When Zess commands one of Athens' attacks on the capital, Rygart steps into the fray with his new power, aiming to mend the growing divide between the two nations.

Ten years following the events of xxxHOLiC Shunmuki, a melancholic Kimihiro Watanuki has assumed control of the shop once managed by the mysterious Yuuko, honoring a promise he made to her. He resides there in relative contentment alongside his companions Maru, Moro, and Mokona, while familiar faces occasionally drop by: Shizuka Doumeki, a former rival who has become a steadfast friend, and the former psychic prodigy Kohane Tsuyuri. As Kohane studies folklore under Doumeki's guidance at university, the pair stumbles upon a case perfectly suited for the shop's master. Eventually, Doumeki's grandfather, Haruka, visits Watanuki with a request to investigate his grandson's dreams. Venturing into the dream world, Watanuki witnesses how their past adventures unfolded from Doumeki's perspective. This journey reveals truths from a decade ago and uncovers secrets regarding the bonds that define their friendship.

In a world where magic is seen as mere entertainment, Kaito Kuroba, the son of famed magician Touichi Kuroba, excels at trickery and illusions. Known for his flashy stunts and mischief, Kaito's life changes when he finds a hidden room in his house, revealing the white dove outfit of the legendary Phantom Thief Kid. This discovery rekindles his quest to solve the mystery of his father's sudden death eight years earlier. Seeking the Pandora Gem, a jewel said to grant immortality, Kaito takes on the Kid persona. But the same group responsible for his father's death also pursues the gem. Magic Kaito follows Kaito as he brings back the identity of Kaitou Kid, the elusive night thief. Using decoys, disguises, and his signature card gun, Kaito sets out to reclaim the world's most valuable jewels while uncovering the truth behind his father's fate and the legendary Pandora Gem.

In Japan's top soccer league, East Tokyo United has been struggling for years, barely avoiding relegation. A recent five-game losing streak has further dampened morale, leading to declining fan support and rumors that the local government may withdraw funding for their home stadium. The club has also gone through a series of dismissed coaches and poor player acquisitions, pushing them into a downward spiral. Under pressure from general manager Kousei Gotou, the board takes a bold step and hires Takeshi Tatsumi as the new head coach. Although Tatsumi left ETU during his playing career and is seen as a traitor, he has since found success with a lower-division amateur team in England. Faced with skepticism from fans and tough opponents, Tatsumi is determined to lead the underdog team to victory, proving himself as a master of defeating stronger foes.

In the film "Bungaku Shoujo," Konoha Inoue seems to be an ordinary high school sophomore, his life unremarkable except for a mysterious incident two years prior that concealed his past as a well-known female romance novelist. Following that event, he vowed never to write again. However, his commitment is put to the test when he is forced to join the literary club by its president, the enigmatic third-year student Amano Tookyomi, who is known for her peculiar habit of devouring literature. As part of his club responsibilities, Konoha must write a daily snack for her.

After the Baseball World Cup, Gorou Honda's passion for the sport is reignited, and he sets his sights on reclaiming his former glory by joining the Hornets and heading to America to prepare for his Major League pitching debut. Despite this renewed drive, Gorou faces unexpected hardships and painful incidents that threaten his resolve and put his hard-won baseball career at risk. As the final season of Major unfolds, Gorou must once again confront seemingly impossible obstacles to save his career. This time, however, the solution is not straightforward, as the root of his struggle lies deep within his own mind.

In Beyblade: Metal Masters, Ginga Hagane and his fellow bladers prepare for new challenges as the World Championship approaches. Armed with his latest Beyblade, the Galaxy Pegasus W105R2F, Ginga gets ready to compete alongside his new American tag partner, Masamune Kadoya. Despite their alliance, Masamune aims to win the championship and plans to surpass Ginga. However, Masamune is not the only obstacle in Ginga's path to victory. Although Kyoya was chosen to represent Japan alongside Ginga, Masamune, Tsubasa, and Yu, he instead decides to join the African team. Partnering with Benkei, Kyoya intends to defeat Ginga and the rest of the Japanese contingent. This setup leads to one of the most intense confrontations in Metal Fight Beyblade: Baku.

In "Detective Conan Movie 14: The Lost Ship in the Sky," a terrorist group known as the Red Siamese Cats orchestrates an explosion at the Tokyo National Institute of Microorganisms, targeting a high-security facility that houses a lethal virus with an 80% fatality rate and no known cure. This attack occurs during the unveiling of the world's largest airship, designed by Jirokichi Suzuki, which includes a challenge for the famous thief Kaito Kuroba, also known as Kaitou Kid, to steal the displayed gem, the Lady Sky. Conan Edogawa boards the airship with Kogorou Mouri, Ran Mouri, Sonoko Suzuki, Professor Agasa, and the Detective Boys. Their journey is interrupted when an anonymous caller informs Jirokichi that a virus has been released in the smoking area. As passengers begin showing symptoms, panic spreads. Taking advantage of the situation, the Red Siamese Cats seize control of the airship. Conan and Kaitou Kid, alongside their allies, work together to solve the clues and uncover the true intentions behind the Red Siamese Cats' actions.

In "Hetalia Axis Powers: Paint it, White!", beings from the planet Pict launch a catastrophic attack on Earth, with the goal of transforming all humans into Noppera—faceless creatures with smooth white skin and glowing antennae. The world's nations try to fend off the invaders, but their isolated efforts result in complete failure. As a result, the Allied and Axis nations from Hetalia Axis Powers Movie: Paint it, White must unite and pool their abilities to stop the alien invasion and safeguard their home planet.

In Bakugan Interspace, a virtual arena originally built to sharpen Bakugan battle skills, players compete in intense matches and tournaments. The platform has evolved into a lively hub for Bakugan fans. During one fight, Danma Kuusou suffers a glitch that knocks him out, and in that state he sees Bakugan caught up in a war. The massive energy released from Danma's clash sets off a disturbance in space, which draws the attention of the Twelve Orders, a group from Gundalia. Looking for strong fighters to use in an upcoming war against the Neathian race, they break into Bakugan Interspace to find possible candidates. When Danma wakes up, he and his friends Shun Kazami and Chouji Marukura get pulled into this conflict between stars. Though it seems far away, the war threatens Earth's freedom and the future of the Bakugan species.

In "Ikkitousen: Xtreme Xecutor," Hakufu's life descends into turmoil after she is matched with a student whose behavior reflects her own. A tournament among school leaders begins, but due to Hakufu's carelessness, her student ends up taking her spot in the contest. As the participants realize the competition's concealed sinister purpose, they become entangled in a scheme aimed at seizing control of the various clans.

The candid shots of Muttsurini's female and male classmates that fund his surveillance habits.

It is 1931, and the setting is Shanghai. A full decade before America enters World War II, the seeds sown by the first great global conflict are starting to take root. Like spiders emerging from their eggs, they weave an intricate web of schemes and conspiracies fated to drag entire nations toward the edge of ruin. Caught at the center of this tangled web, desperately trying to separate falsehood from reality, is the Sakurai Kikan—an ultra-secret intelligence agency staffed by exceptionally gifted individuals whose abilities far exceed those of ordinary humans. Their mission: to halt the most sinister plots and eliminate the most dangerous threats. But in a city built on deception, can even a team of clairvoyants, telepaths, and espers stand against the ultimate forces of destiny?

The story resumes directly from the events of the first season. Ren Mihashi, the ace pitcher for the newly formed Nishiura High School baseball team, and his teammates take on Sakitama High School in the following round of the High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, striving to reach the finals at the legendary Hanshin Koushien Stadium.

Violinist Kiyora Miki travels with pianist Shinichi Chiaki, Megumi "Nodame" Noda, and their companions to meet the celebrated conductor Franz von Stresemann in Vienna. Upon arriving, they find that von Stresemann has already returned to Japan. Despite this, the group enjoys exploring the historic city. During their visit, Kiyora mentions she hasn't seen her boyfriend, Ryuutarou Mine, in a year due to her intense preparation for a competition in Paris. Chiaki and Nodame promise to support her at the finals, but their plans to travel to Paris are suddenly disrupted by an unexpected visitor.

Joey is an orphan living with his grandmother in Center City on the West Coast of the United States of America. Like any other boy his age, Joey is interested in robots and gadgets and dreams about owning a particular toy robot called a Heybo. Heybos have very advanced mechanisms and controls, but with great mechanisms comes a great price; the robot is too expensive for Joey, whose only source of income is a part-time job at a restaurant, and he needs that money to help support himself and his grandmother. One day, when Joey is on his way home from school, he comes across a couple of bullies who are playing around with a Heybo. Long story short, the bullies manage to get the robot run over by a car, and Joey retrieves the wreckage from a trash can. Once home, Joey fixes the robot and names it Heroman. Later that night, a thunderstorm results in Heroman getting wet and, improbably, struck by lightning. The result is amazing: Heroman grows massive in size, becomes emblazoned with the colors of the American flag, and responds to Joey's commands! At the same time in space, an alien race called the Skrugg is preparing an invasion of Earth. Now it's up to Joey and Heroman to save Earth!

A group of characters assemble in this special animated feature to look back on their "regrets" following four seasons of the Gintama series. Their conversation quickly turns into a dispute over who received more screen time. This special was presented at the Gintama Haru Matsuri 2010 live event.

The DVD and BD specials focus on pairs of female characters from Ladies versus Butlers! as they participate in Lady Battles, competing to surpass one another by means of erotic displays and undressing.

On a lively December afternoon at Ashford Academy, students enthusiastically prepare for the annual school festival. Their excitement is interrupted when the academy comes under attack by remnants of the Neo-Chinese Federation, causing a lockdown with students taken hostage. Unbeknownst to the assailants, among the captives are two extraordinary individuals: Lelouch Lamperouge, who possesses the Geass ability, and Britannian soldier Suzaku Kururugi. To protect their school and bring about peace, Lelouch and the other student council members must once again unite to create a miracle.

This OVA explores the second story arc of the Tales of Symphonia narrative, set in the lively world of Tethe'alla. It follows the plot through roughly two-thirds of the original game's sequence of events, concluding just before the Derris-Kharlan arc begins.

These Flash-animated shorts are adapted from the light novel series "Haiyore! Nyaruko-san." In them, Nyarlko—a female anthropomorphized incarnation of Nyarlathotep from the Cthulhu Mythos—frequently gets scolded by Mahiro, an ordinary human boy, for her many absurd or reckless antics. One short shows Nyarlko sketching a cover design for a body pillow. The pillow's subject turns out to be a half-clothed Mahiro locked in what looks like a steamy, intimate pose with Nyarlko. Unsurprisingly, Mahiro responds by stabbing Nyarlko's hand with a fork and threatening to kill her if she ever publishes that design. Other shorts focus on various comedic gags and sometimes include Cthuko, a female anthropomorphized version of Cthugha, who is hopelessly infatuated with Nyarlko.

In the OVA "Nodame Cantabile Finale," the exact nature of Shinichi Chiaki's bond with the impulsive pianist Megumi "Nodame" Noda stays ambiguous, although many—including Nodame herself—consider it romantic. Nodame has often voiced her love for Chiaki. But after a small quarrel over soy sauce, she abruptly consents to a date with the talented French piano prodigy Lucas Beaudry, provoking the first genuine pangs of jealousy in the celebrated conductor Chiaki.

This standalone special of Katekyou Hitman Reborn!, available exclusively through the Shounen Jump website, follows the main characters as they visit various Japanese landmarks. The special, scheduled for a DVD release in July 2010, will include additional scenes.

In the third season of Koihime Musou, Han's high court general, Kashin, is forced by Chou Jou to take a cursed pill that slowly turns her into a cat, a transformation she despises. Chou Jou also misuses the emperor's authority to brand Kashin as a traitor and exiles her from the Han court. While fleeing, Kashin encounters Kada, who brings her to Touka village in the hope that the villagers will aid her.

Exclusive to the DVD release, this original story features Conan leading a team of youthful detectives to confront the enigmatic thief Kaitou Kid, who is aiming to steal a valuable gem from a hotel on a secluded island.

BD specials.

The three DVD specials of Katekyou Hitman Reborn!: Mr. Rebokku no Ciao Ciao Interview present Reborn as the interviewer, using a spinning wheel to randomly select characters for conversation. In the first episode, Reborn hosts the interview with Tsunayoshi, Gokudera, and Xanxus as his guests. The second episode continues with Reborn interviewing Hibari, Belphegor, and Dino. The third episode features Reborn as host once more, this time with a slight change: four guests—Byakuran, Mukuro, Squalo, and Yamamoto.

In Jewel Land, Jewelpets—creatures with the innate ability to use magic—lived alongside Witches, attending the School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to learn how to harness magic through their Jewel Eyes. However, Ruby, a white Japanese hare whose magic sometimes fails, is chosen to go to the Human World to find her partner. But when she uses the card given by the magicians, she ends up in the Human World by accident. There, a girl named Akari Sakura meets her on the beach while on her way to school. At first, Akari cannot understand Ruby because she speaks the Jewel Land Language, until Ruby takes a special candy that allows her to speak and understand human language. As the day goes on, Ruby learns about Akari's problems and later apologizes. A Jewel Charm appears on Akari's hand, and she realizes that Ruby has chosen her as a partner. After that, she decides to enter the Jewel Star Grand Prix, where the prize is that any wish they desire will be granted. Will she become the next Jewel Star and have her wish granted in the end? Or will it all end in one big disaster...

This Fan Disc brings together two of the most popular episodes, re-editing them into a single narrative. The episodes featured are "Chibitaria" and "America's Storehouse Cleaning". Also included is the unaired episode "Ore-sama Nikki".

Special music clip released on DVD.

This special was produced to coincide with the release of the fourteenth feature film, The Lost Ship in the Sky. It includes a selection of earlier episodes, and the original episode featured here takes place following the events of the movie.

This special flash episode is part of the Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion - Kiseki no Birthday DVD/Blu-ray release. It is separate from the nine Omake Flash extras that appear in the Code Geass R2 DVD/Blu-ray set.

In the Fairytale World, a serious problem emerges as the princesses and their stories begin vanishing, throwing the human world into disarray since those tales hold deep importance. The Queen sends three magical beings—Sei, Dai, and Ryoku—into the human realm with magic gems. Their objective is to locate three girls capable of becoming the "Super Miracle Idols," specifically the princesses Snow White, Cinderella, and Kaguya-hime. The chosen ones turn out to be three ordinary young girls: Yukimori Ringo, Takashiro Layla, and Sasahara Natsuki. When they receive the magic gems, they transform into adult singing sensations and accidentally make their debut at a concert by the singer Wish, quickly gaining fame as "Little Princesses," or "LilPri." Their mission now is to collect Happiness Tones from people in order to restore the Fairytale World.

This humorous action-adventure movie brings a dystopian sci-fi setting to life. Shinnosuke’s future wife, Tamiko Kaneari, arrives from the future in a time machine. She reveals that her father, Masuzo Kaneari, has imprisoned the adult Shinnosuke, and they need young Shinnosuke’s special abilities to free him. Along with the Kasukabe Defense Forces, they travel to Neotokio, a futuristic city ruled by Masuzo Kaneari, who also heads the power corporation Kaneari Electric.

Juri, a taekwondo practitioner, possesses a mysterious implant known as the Feng Shui Engine in place of her missing left eye. This device, developed by the dubious S.I.N. organization, grants her extraordinary abilities. Chun Li, Guile, and Cammy attempt to investigate Juri and her activities.

An OVA for "Chi's Sweet Home" was announced by Natalie to be released on April 23rd. This new episode, lasting 10 minutes, will be included with the seventh volume of the manga.

Shin Koihime†Musou characters sing theme songs on stage at a live event.

Taking place in the chaotic final years of the shogunate during Edo-period Tokyo, "Shoka" centers on Shirou Sumiya, the leader of the "Way of the Paper Drawing" clan. Sumiya employs rapid brushstrokes to document the unrest surrounding the declining shogunate. Called to Edo, Sumiya's disciples—each granted unique abilities through their secret drawing techniques—battle monstrous beings that are summoned into existence via artistic means.

The military, sometimes referred to as the armed forces, consists of groups that are given official permission and legal authority to employ lethal force in order to protect the interests of the state and its citizens. The primary role of the military is generally understood to be safeguarding the state and its people and waging war against hostile foreign nations. In addition, the military may have other duties within a society, such as construction work, emergency response, ceremonial roles, and protecting key locations.

The 11eyes Picture Drama is a set of bonus short episodes bundled with the seventh Blu-ray release of the 11eyes series. These comedic segments revolve around the Black Knights.