Summer 2007 Anime

In the early 1930s, the transcontinental train Flying Pussyfoot sets out from Chicago on a journey fated to leave a trail of blood across the country. Around the same time, the ambitious scientist Szilard and his reluctant assistant Ennis are searching for missing bottles of the immortality elixir in New York. Meanwhile, conflict among the mafia factions is escalating into open war. And aboard the Advena Avis in 1711, alchemists are about to discover the true price of eternal life. Adapted from the award-winning light novels of the same name, this anime presents several events that first appear unrelated in both time and place, yet all connect to a much larger tale—one of alchemy, survival, and immortality. Tying these threads together are the good-hearted would-be thieves Isaac and Miria, whose actions bring various people into contact, each individual carrying hidden ambitions and schemes, and in doing so create lifelong bonds and far-reaching consequences for everyone involved.

Makoto Ito is a high school boy in Japan who spends his days commuting to and from Sakakino Academy, the fictional school where he has just started his second term. On those train rides, he finds himself increasingly drawn to Kotonoha Katsura, another student who takes the same route. His classmate, Sekai Saionji, learns about his quiet interest and eventually steps in to bring the two together. With her help, Makoto and Kotonoha get to know each other, grow closer, and eventually start dating. Unexpectedly, Sekai finds herself growing jealous of the couple's success, having developed her own hidden feelings for Makoto. Later one afternoon while heading home from the station near Sakakino Academy, she spots Makoto already there, waiting for Kotonoha to meet him for their planned outing. He sits down beside her and once again thanks her for all she has done, repeating how the assistance means so much to him. He tells her to do anything to make it up to her. Sekai insists he is being overly grateful for him, but proceeds with the way she intends to cover her: as the train rolls in, she leans in and gives him a quick kiss, then jumps into an open passenger car and cheerfully passes into the departing train, leaving a speechless Makoto behind with her wish of luck for getting his possible heavenly kilin.

Following the Second Impact, what remains of Japan is Tokyo-3, a city under assault by giant creatures called Angels that are determined to wipe out humanity. Having not seen his father in over eight years, Shinji Ikari receives an urgent phone call telling him to report to NERV Headquarters, the organization responsible for fighting the Angels using giant mechs known as Evas. Shinji's task is to pilot Eva Unit 01 and cooperate with Ayanami Rei, the pilot of Eva Unit 00. Note: The film exists in several versions, distinguished by version number: • 1.0: Sep 1, 2007 - Original theatrical release • 1.01: Apr 25, 2008 - DVD release with minor adjustments and fine-tuning of picture, editing, and sound quality. • Explanation of Evangelion 1.01 - Bundled with the special edition DVD release of 1.01, this feature overlays large captions that provide the "official designations" for people, locations, weapons, technology, and the like. • 1.11: May 27, 2009 - Blu-ray/DVD re-release adding 3 minutes of new animation to the first 15 minutes and correcting video issues present in the previous release.

After heroically defending Tristain, Louise Françoise and her familiar Saito Hiraga face increasing pressure to protect the kingdom. Across the sea, Albion holds a fragile peace as its newly crowned Queen Henrietta struggles with internal unrest and a mysterious foe plotting against her reign. Faced with these escalating dangers, Louise and Saito must join forces once more. Louise has shed her old moniker "Louise the Zero," now commanding Void magic potent enough to level an entire village, though controlling such power proves difficult. As tensions rise, the concept of selfless loyalty is put to the test, yet Louise and Saito remain steadfast in their commitment to their duties until the very end.

Continuing from the first season, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai begins to untangle the dark mysteries that overshadowed the previous episodes. The circle of young people in Hinamizawa village remains trapped in a perpetual summer of 1983, repeatedly descending into horrific conflicts that often end with the violent death of one among them. Furude Rika, supported by her spiritual companion Hanyuu, faces these recurring trials again and again, fighting desperately to stop their fates from turning tragic. As the relentless suffering shows no sign of easing, Rika must lean on the trust and camaraderie binding her friends together to expose the true mastermind orchestrating this endless June.

In feudal Japan, a mysterious and lethal occultist known as the "Medicine Seller" travels the land hunting malevolent spirits called "mononoke." When he finds one, he cannot simply destroy it; he must first uncover its Form, its Truth, and its Reason to properly wield the powerful Exorcism Sword. This requires careful psychological analysis and meticulous investigation—dangerous steps that force him to confront and understand the mononoke before he can eliminate it. On his journey, the Medicine Seller arrives at an old inn where a pregnant woman named Shino has booked a room to rest. The innkeeper reluctantly gives her the last available space. But Shino soon realizes her new quarters are haunted by a deadly group of mononoke known as the Zashiki Warashi. Guided by his hunter's instincts, the Medicine Seller begins an investigation to uncover the Form, the Truth, and the Reason behind these spirits before they take more lives.

In the contemporary setting of "Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei," Nozomu Itoshiki, a high school teacher, experiences profound despair over minor setbacks, sometimes leading to suicide attempts. This satirical and comedic series explores different aspects of Japanese life and culture through Nozomu's interactions with his students. Among them are Kiri Komori, a reclusive student who never leaves the school grounds; Abiru Kobushi, a mysterious figure often seen with inexplicable injuries; and the overly optimistic Kafuuka Fuura, a stark contrast to Nozomu. The show also features several other eccentric young women, each as unique as their teacher.

Patty Lowell, the missing heiress of a noble family, is found living in an orphanage and is placed under the guardianship of Dante, who runs the "Devil May Cry" business. At J.D. Morrison's request, Dante reluctantly takes on the job of accompanying Patty to her relatives. Even though he sees the mission as simple child care, he sets out on the journey. Hidden beneath his easygoing manner is a highly capable demon hunter, a skill that becomes essential when supernatural beings begin targeting Patty. Using his special abilities, Dante protects her while revealing deeper secrets about the case, showing that the situation is far more complicated than it first appeared.

Demons that nearly annihilated the world are resurrected by an unknown force. To avert global destruction, these entities must be sealed, a feat only achievable by Shion, a shrine maiden from the Country of Demons. She possesses two distinct abilities: the power to seal demons and the foresight to predict human deaths. Naruto is assigned to protect Shion, yet she foresees his own demise. The sole method to evade this fate is to distance himself from her, but doing so leaves her vulnerable, allowing the demon, whose singular objective is to slay Shion, to succeed and trigger the end of the world. Naruto chooses to defy this "prediction of death," but fails to disprove Shion's vision, ultimately appearing to die in vain.

In Death Note: Relight, a curious Shinigami listens as Ryuk recounts the story of Light Yagami, an exceptionally intelligent teenager who left a lasting impression on him during his time in the human realm. One day at school, Light comes across Ryuk's discarded Death Note and soon learns its deadly power: anyone whose name is written in the notebook dies, provided the writer knows their face. Disgusted by the corruption in society, Light sees the notebook as a tool to eliminate criminals and build a perfect world. As a series of unexplained criminal deaths unfolds, law enforcement begins investigating these suspicious fatalities. They turn to L, a renowned detective, to identify the person responsible. As each day passes and the death toll rises, Light and L engage in a tense battle of wits and strategy, a confrontation that could determine the fate of humanity.

Tomoya Okazaki, a jaded high schooler whose father’s alcoholism and neglect stem from a childhood tragedy, drifts through life with an indifferent attitude. His outlook starts to change when he encounters Nagisa Furukawa, an unusual and enigmatic girl who offers him a simple gesture of kindness—one he at first brushes off. Yet repeated meetings gradually erode his walls, forging a sincere friendship between them. Learning of Nagisa’s ambition to revive the school’s Drama Club, Tomoya decides to abandon his apathetic habits and throws his full support behind her dream. What begins as a mere bond of friendship holds the possibility of blossoming into a deep, transformative relationship. Together they face numerous trials and hurdles, each experience drawing them closer to grasping life’s complexities and their own roles within it.

Ever wonder when you'll die? Michiru Kita doesn't have to wonder—she can see the ring of death around people's necks, and the darker the ring, the closer death looms. When she notices two boys in her class, Chika Akatsuki and Shito Tachibana, bearing completely black rings, she moves to warn them of their approaching end. Instead, she stumbles upon their secret: they are already dead, kept alive through a contract with Zombie-Loan. But nothing comes without a price—the boys must hunt and destroy zombies, and they want Michiru's "Shinigami Eyes" to help them in their mission.

In the peaceful early years of the Edo period, Lord Tokugawa Tadanaga starts a martial arts tournament where competitors fight with real weapons instead of the usual wooden ones. The contest pits one-armed Fujiki Gennosuke against blind Irako Seigen. Both are students of Iwamoto Kogan, hailed as Japan's greatest swordsman, and each seeks to inherit his legacy. Only one can win, setting up a story of connected fates, struggle, and strange destinies.

In the charming town of Alamos, the Space-Time Towers—century-old structures designed by architect Godey to play orchestral music—are home to the Alamos Town Contest Hall, where Hikari, Satoshi, and Takeshi are headed during their journey through Sinnoh. Local Alice and her Chimchar enthusiastically guide Satoshi and company around the town and its attractions. Their tour is interrupted when Alice's companion, Tonio, detects unusual dimensional anomalies sweeping through Alamos, all attributed to the sinister Pokémon, Darkrai. As these disturbances intensify, Dialga, the Temporal Pokémon, and Palkia, the Spatial Pokémon, engage in a conflict that traps the entire town in a separate dimension. Satoshi finds out that this catastrophe was foretold long ago, while Tonio uncovers a legacy left by his great-grandfather that may stop the battling legends. Will Satoshi and his team be able to use this last chance to save Alamos Town from disappearing between dimensions?

In "Bludgeoning Angel Dokuro-chan 2," Sakura Kusakabe persists in enduring a bizarre and tumultuous existence alongside angelic roommates Dokuro and Zakuro Mitsukai. Fresh angelic figures such as the polite Sabato Mihashigo and the peculiar Zansu contribute to the disorder. Sakura regularly becomes the target of their outlandish antics, with Dokuro repeatedly employing her trademark weapon, the Excalibolg, to reduce him to a gory mess.

In response to losing a poker game, Keiichi Maebara, Rena Ryuuguu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and Rika Furude are made to parade through town in costumes. To prevent further embarrassment, Keiichi talks the group into heading to Yagouchi, a nearby abandoned village. Their plans shift when Mion brings up a deserted quarry in the area. Rena and Keiichi find this intriguing, but as Mion explains the strange events linked to the location, the group starts to doubt whether going there is a good idea.

In "The Piano Forest," Shuuhei Amamiya, a newly transferred student, and Kai Ichinose, a rough kid from a tough neighborhood, meet. After arriving at Moriwaki Elementary, Shuuhei brags about his piano skills, which angers the school bully, Daigaku Kanehira. Daigaku challenges Shuuhei to find and play a supposedly haunted piano hidden deep in the nearby forest. Taking on this challenge, Shuuhei comes across Kai, who claims the piano belongs to him and says only he can play it. Mesmerized by Kai's performance of a stunning medley on the hidden instrument, Shuuhei earns not only his own respect but also that of their music teacher, Sousuke Ajino. As a result, Kai is invited to start formal piano lessons.

There exist two worlds, each unaware of the other's presence. For one world to thrive, the other must be doomed to destruction. In the world that is fated to perish, a Chosen One is dispatched on a quest to replenish that world's mana by awakening the Spirits and transforming into an angel. Colette Brunel, the Chosen of Sylvarant, begins her journey alongside her closest friends, Lloyd Irving and Genis Sage. As they travel further, they encounter new allies and increasing numbers of foes, all while discovering more and more about the hidden reality behind the World Regeneration.

Adapted from Kusunoki Michiharu's seinen manga serialized in Young Magazine, this story draws inspiration from real street racing on Tokyo's Shuto Expressway. A specific section known as the "Wangan," literally translating to "bay side" but commonly used to refer to the freeway itself, stands as the longest and straightest road in the nation. Racing here is inherently dangerous due to heavy traffic, including numerous trucks, leading to frequent wrecks and engine failures, particularly with extreme high-power machines. One day, Akio Asakura, a third-year high school student driving his Fairlady Z (Z31), faces a challenge from Tatsuya Shima, a doctor piloting his black Porsche 964 Turbo, nicknamed the "BlackBird." Accompanied by a friend in the passenger seat and two girls in the back, Akio makes a pitiful attempt to win but is ultimately defeated. Driven to become faster, he visits a junkyard for parts and discovers a pristine, unscratched midnight blue Fairlady Z (S30). Curious why such a machine is destined for the scrap heap, he purchases it. He soon learns the car possesses unnatural speed thanks to a tuned L28 engine, bored and stroked to 3.1 liters and equipped with twin turbos, generating 620bhp. However, he also uncovers a dark history where every previous owner suffered unfortunate accidents, beginning with the first owner's death. The narrative follows Akio's various encounters, with the central plot revolving around his relentless battle against the BlackBird for supremacy.

A collection of seven animated short films produced by Studio 4°C: 1.) Genius Party (directed by Atsuko Fukushima) A strange, bird-like creature dashes across a lifeless desert and stumbles upon what appears to be a smiling egg resting on the ground. 2.) Shanghai Dragon (directed by Shouji Kawamori) A creative young boy from China discovers a futuristic gadget that brings his own drawings to life. After he finds the device, the town he lives in faces an invasion by spaceships and colossal war machines that are hundreds of years ahead of Earth's technology. 3.) Deathtic 4 (directed by Shinji Kimura) A story set in a world overrun by zombies who live their own ordinary zombie lives. A living frog falls from the darkened sky of this zombie realm, and a small zombie boy, together with his friends, attempts to return the creature to its own world. 4.) Doorbell (directed by Youji Fukuyama) The protagonist is a ghost inhabiting his own dimension. He must flee from alternate versions of himself, or else they will seize control of his existence. 5.) Limit Cycle (directed by Hideki Futamura) An existential exploration of reality as experienced by a man who appears to be caught in an unending loop of labor. 6.) Happy Machine (directed by Masaaki Yuasa) A baby, safely content in their own nursery, suddenly realizes that everything around them is artificial. The infant is soon cast out of the nursery into the outside world, where adventure awaits and many alien-like creatures are encountered. 7.) Baby Blue (directed by Shinichirou Watanabe) A small-scale adventure involving two young students who decide to travel anywhere they can for just one day, living that day without concern for anything else, simply to be together.

Kaname Okiura enters Prefectoral Umineko Shougyou High, commonly called "Umishou," and joins the school's swimming club hoping to learn how to swim. However, he quickly discovers that the club members are eccentric and provide little useful instruction. Soon after, a spirited and carefree girl named Amuro Ninagawa transfers from Okinawa and joins the club. Her astonishing speed underwater and unorthodox swimming technique—along with her habit of swimming without clothes, which draws the attention of the male students—stuns everyone. For Okiura, Amuro's presence brings back memories of a creature resembling a mermaid he glimpsed as a child.

Following their victory over Tendou Kodzunu, the Magami Five look forward to their final year of high school and planning their futures. But peace does not last in Tokyo, as the martial arts assassination group known as the Twelve Heavenly Generals of the Martial Fist shifts its focus to those who protect the city from demonic threats. Traditionally targeting criminals who cannot be convicted by law, the Martial Fist now sets its sights on Tatsuma Hiyuu, Kyouichi Houraiji, Aoi Misato, Komaki Sakurai, Yuuya Daigo, and Hisui Kisaragi. What has caused this brutal change in strategy, and who gave the order? New dangers arise as others empowered by the Ryumyaku's abilities seek out the Magami children, and former allies become enemies. As the Stars of Fate align and Yin meets Yang, the one pulling the strings will eventually reveal themselves, aiming to destroy Tokyo and awaken the Vessel of the Golden Dragon.

The prologue for ef - a tale of memories, released on a separate DVD two months before the premiere of the TV series.

Ink Nijihara is a high school student with a crush on Nao Tezuka, but her feelings remain unreciprocated. Compounding her struggles is her petite stature. One day, after encountering a duck, Ink acquires the power to transform into a mahou shoujo and begins covertly tutoring Nao in English.

The story of Doujin Work revolves around a young girl named Najimi Osana and her entry into the doujin world. She is initially drawn to becoming a doujin artist after witnessing how much profit one of her friends makes at a convention. Najimi has a passion for drawing, but she soon realizes that this new realm is far from easy, contrary to her expectations. As she attends more conventions and encounters various people, she eventually assembles a group of fascinating friends. These friends already possess some expertise in the field and assist her along the way, so that she can one day earn a reputation by creating her own doujinshi.

In a future where humanity fights against alien creatures called Worms, Earth endures severe losses, particularly among young men. Although the invasion is repelled, the Worms are poised to come back. To counter this persistent threat, a specialized mecha unit known as the Sonic Divers is created, composed of three young female pilots who are assigned to fight the ongoing danger.

Special episodes bundled with Ikkitousen: Dragon Destiny's DVD and Blu-ray releases.

Tsuwabuki, a quiet and average student, sees his everyday life shift upon encountering Sumomo Akihime, a transfer student who is one of only two members of the gardening club. When a teacher forces Tsuwabuki to join the club, he soon stumbles into a bizarre event. He collides with a strange person who has dog-like ears and accidentally exchanges drinks with them. After drinking the liquid, Tsuwabuki turns into a plush toy. A teacher explains that the only way to change back is to find Sumomo, the chosen girl, and help her collect seven stardrops. Sumomo agrees to help him, but she must never learn that he is actually the stuffed animal.

Similar to peering through a pane of glass, Iblard Jikan takes the viewer on a journey across the wondrous and lovely realm of Iblard through a slow pan over artworks by Naohisa Inoue. Iblard reveals itself as truly extraordinary, bringing a sense of calm to the mind.

Sunao Moriyama discovers a peculiar, cute creature that he dubs Potemayo. The little being soon starts trailing him everywhere, often riding atop his head. This find quickly becomes the talk of his classmates at school. Not long after, another similar creature shows up and is named Guchuko by one of Sunao's classmates. But Guchuko seems to have a much less amiable disposition than Potemayo.

Kouichi Uehara, a fourth-grader living in a Tokyo suburb, discovers a large stone that is actually a fossil of a three-hundred-year-old infant Kappa. He names the Kappa Coo, and the two quickly form a close bond, with Coo moving in with Kouichi's family. But Coo struggles to adapt to human society and deeply longs for others of his own kind.

Chinami Ebihara possesses a special ability that causes her to emit electromagnetic waves whenever her emotions become intense, frequently interfering with nearby electronics. Because of this power, classified as "TYPE-E," she has been forced to change schools many times during her childhood. At age 18, while moving to another new school, Chinami accidentally triggers further disruptions in technology. This time, a classmate named Kotaro Kannagi notices her powers and becomes determined to discover the truth about her unique ability.

In an alternate 21st century, robotics technology surges forward at an unprecedented pace around the globe. By 2050, Japan has cemented its position as the dominant force in the field, spearheaded by Daiwa Heavy Industries. As innovation advances to include cybernetic enhancements grafted onto the human body, the growing ambiguity between humanity and machinery provokes a dramatic reversal in global sentiment. Reacting to this unease, the United Nations imposes a sweeping prohibition on all further robotics research and development in 2067. Japan raises fierce objections to the measure, yet finds itself powerless to halt its ratification. In defiance, the nation severs itself from international affairs, adopting a policy of total technological seclusion. With the exception of minimal trade relations, Japan effectively vanishes from the global stage. A decade later, a string of strange occurrences convinces SWORD, the American technological enforcement agency, that Japan has been secretly pursuing extensive forbidden research through the RACE network. In response, SWORD deploys a specialized squad of agents to breach the country's borders and collect intelligence on its activities. Among them is Vexille, a seasoned operative, who stumbles upon the terrifying reality concealed behind the ten years of Japan's self-imposed isolation.

The narrative of Mushi-uta unfolds in the not-so-distant future. A decade prior to the events, mysterious insect-like beings dubbed "Mushi" started to emerge. These Mushi have the ability to devour people's dreams and thoughts in exchange for granting them supernatural abilities. By the conclusion of the first episode, the main character, Daisuke "Kakkou" Kusuriya, meets a young girl named Shiika Anmoto. Over time, the two grow very close. Yet, Kakkou is unaware that Shiika is a fugitive from a clandestine facility called GARDEN, where individuals infected by the Mushi—known as Mushitsuki—are confined. The military division of GARDEN, the Special Environmental Conservation Executive Office, dispatches their most skilled assassin to capture Shiika. However, they encounter opposition from the Mushibane resistance group, led by the mysterious figure known as "Ladybird."

Uchikomatic Days is a five-minute short that recounts the origin of the Uchikomas, the 'ugly duckling' second-generation think-tanks built as substandard replacements for the Tachikomas. The short features a musical performance by the A.I. Tough Guy Uchikomas, a rising act that will provide entertainment at the Harima City for Academic Research New Year's Eve Party. This special is included on the Ghost in the Shell: S.A.C. Solid State Society DVD.

In the second season, after joining Earth Team—a basketball squad made up entirely of humans—Hideyoshi, a former street punk who is now a professional player, becomes overly confident. The team keeps competing against the Gorons, an alien species that has dominated the sport for ages due to their physical advantages. Fresh challenges and setbacks emerge in their path. Hideyoshi grows frustrated with his teammates, while the Gorons devise new strategies of their own.

After the conclusion of the TV series, the immortal group of Kate, Rose, Rachel, and Claire juggle their schoolwork alongside their responsibilities as vigilantes. Their previous involvement with the mysterious red garden on Roosevelt Island comes back to the forefront when two enigmatic transfer students, Louise and Edgar, start forming bonds with them.

Appearing as an extra feature on the first DVD volume of Tales of Symphonia, this short shows Lloyd and Colette discussing the special DVD releases. Afterwards, Professor Kratos shares insights into the ancient history of the world in Tales of Symphonia.

A single-episode recap that covers the entire Digimon Savers TV series, accompanied by commentary from Agumon, Gaomon, and Lalamon. This special feature was included in the final DVD volume release.

Haruhiko, Riko, Yukari, Chisa, and Rinka team up to aid Kirino in saving her family's inn from going under, thanks to the stiff competition brought on by their new rival, Hotel Moonstone. Their solution is to craft exquisite, high-end cuisine to lure more guests to the Konosaka Inn. But while they're busy perfecting these dishes, Yukari, Chisa, and Rinka suddenly and inexplicably develop intense romantic feelings for Haruhiko, sparking a fierce three-way rivalry for his affection. For Haruhiko, this harem turns out to be equal parts paradise and nightmare.

In "Elusiveness of the Fog," Lupin sets out to retrieve a sunken treasure, hoping to win Fujiko's admiration. Meanwhile, Zenigata doggedly trails the gang across land and sea. As a mysterious fog rolls in, strange disappearances begin to occur. Then, Mamo Kyosuke appears in a blinding flash, claiming to be a time traveler seeking vengeance for what Lupin XIII did to him. He hurls Lupin, Jigen, Goemon, and Zenigata five hundred years into the past. In this era, two rival factions are locked in conflict over a shrine that holds secrets of time manipulation. Lupin must navigate the perils of history to safeguard his own future. This movie is a reimagining of the thirteenth episode of the original Lupin III series.

In a town where a celestial whale oversees the surreal transformation of ordinary occurrences into extraordinary events—such as snow in midsummer and cicadas lamenting winter—Kuonji discovers a world filled with wonder and unease, unlike anything his classmates experience. Surrounded by a unique ensemble of friends including Nina, known for her striped panties; Sacchan, a cat lover; Allen, an otherworldly being; and various provocatively dressed girls, Kuonji frequently finds himself in risqué situations. Set against the backdrop of the sky whale’s vigilant presence, "Final Examination Kujira" adapts Circus’s game into a narrative of unexpected adventures and sensual encounters.

This Movie is a recap of the original anime's second quarter.

A trio of classic tales by H.P. Lovecraft—"The Picture in the House," "The Dunwich Horror," and "The Festival"—are brought to life through the use of animated clay puppets and miniature sets.

Specials set six months after the end of Tenpou Ibun Ayakashi Ayashi.

Based on a seinen manga by Kikuchi Naoe and Yokomi Hirohiko that originally ran in IKKI, this work follows a premise where a female manga artist is ordered by her boss to accompany him and a travel writer on multiple train journeys across Japan, then produce a manga about the experience. The twist is that everything is completely real—the creator genuinely went on every trip described, and the manga simply documents what happened without any fictional additions. A brief disclaimer at the beginning states, "This is non-fiction, so I apologize for the lack of drama," and true to that, most of the content just shows them riding trains from station to station, waiting on platforms, and so on. The travel writer turns out to be an extreme train otaku with encyclopedic knowledge of the railway system, but he also micromanages every excursion, scheduling each moment to the second. His focus is entirely on sticking to the timetable and completing his planned objectives (for example, visiting every station on a line in a deliberately strange order to match infrequent train schedules). The mangaka has no real interest in trains; she is cynical, sarcastic, and somewhat lazy (her main anticipation is for the next eki-ben). He becomes fully enthusiastic only when the schedule holds, and the resulting clashes are quite amusing. Throughout, the story feels authentic—if you have ever traveled by train in Japan, the scenery, atmosphere, and overall vibe will be instantly recognizable—and the artist does an excellent job of pacing and applying small touches to keep it consistently engaging. In a recursive twist, some characters who appear in the manga (who are of course real people who actually showed up) do so because they read earlier chapters of the manga in real life. Additionally, you can learn about various obscure and interesting Japanese train lines and stations; some genuinely look impressive. Yet there is always a slightly surreal quality: all the trips are arranged by the train guy (whose goal is to visit all 9,843 stations in Japan), and he seems to treat everything as a checklist rather than something to enjoy. You also pick up some insight into train otaku culture; only this one guy is central to the story, but that culture remains a constant background presence.

Keita and the other Marginal Prince leave St. Alphonso Academy and meet up with each other in the city, where they run into Keita's sister. This extra episode was released with the 7th DVD volume.

The anthology from Images Forum consists of 16 separate short films, such as: Tokyo Strut (directed by Sato Masahiko and Ueta Mio) Tokyo Trip (by Tanaami Keiichi) Fishing Vine (created by Seike Mika) Yuki-chan (from Oyama Kei) Dog & Bone (by Shiriagari Kotobuki) Public Convenience (a work by Tabaimo) TOKYO (directed by Uda Atsuko) Black Fish (from Aihara Nobuhiro) Unbalance (by Ito Takashi) Tokyo Girl (a Shimao Maho production) Manipulated Man (directed by Wada Atsushi) Nuance (a film by Murata Tomoyasu) Hashimoto (by Furukawa Taku) Funkorogashi (directed by Kuri Yoji) Fig (a work by Yamamura Koji) 12 O’Clock (by Iwai Toshio)

Happy Happy Clover recounts the everyday life of a bunny named Chima and the other animals in the Crescent Moon Forest.

After a five-year break, the team behind the critically acclaimed "TAMALA2010: A Punk Cat in Space"—which took home both the Jury and Audience Awards for Best Animated Feature at Canada's FanTasia in 2003—returns with the series, featuring charming visuals and delightful music. The release comprises three short films directed by Studio 4C's Hidekazu Ohara. Get ready to dive into this captivating animated world that you'll find yourself returning to again and again.

SEKISHOKU Elegy, a legendary masterpiece of love comics, moved baby-boomers to tears with its portrayal of the heartbreaking sorrow of cohabitation, symbolizing young Japanese couples in the 1970s. Renowned painter Seiichi Hayashi, famous for his work on Koume Chan candies and Sendai's celebrated confectionery Hagi No Tsuki, serves as the original writer, director, and animation artist. Hayashi reunites with folk singer Morio Agata for the first time in over three decades; Agata previously achieved massive success with a song based on the comic. Through these new renditions, SEKISHOKU Elegy is revitalized as a Ganime production.

2 original unaired episodes included in DVD volumes 3 and 5, titled EX1 and EX2 respectively.

Futatsu no Kurumi is a short story that follows 12-year-old Ayaka as she is transported back in time to the firebombing of Tokyo in 1945, depicting her experiences in this starkly different and unfamiliar setting.

In the 21st century, the Galaxy Express 999 is preparing to depart from Earth on its journey to the Great Andromeda. While visiting a museum, Maetel and Tetsuro encounter a mysterious girl named Jula, who appears suddenly. She foretells the downfall of humanity before vanishing into outer space. Determined to follow her, Maetel and Tetsuro board the 999. Tetsuro locates Jula on the asteroid Itokawa, a site previously explored by the Hayabusa probe. Once again, Jula disappears into space, but her spacecraft crashes into an asteroid and plummets toward Jupiter. Can Tetsuro save Jula? And what does she truly mean by the "fall of the human race"? This epic tale transcends time and space, following the 999 as it travels through the stars of our solar system.

These are special episodes of Kochira Katsushikaku Kameari Kouenmae Hashutsujo that aired following the television series. Originally broadcast as two separate installments, streaming services occasionally combine them into a single 46-minute episode.

In this episode of Anpanman, his friends enjoy a bubble show put on by Shabondama-hime and the Shabondama Girls, who make stunning bubbles with their flutes. One of the performers, Purun, struggles to create large bubbles despite her efforts, making her feel less capable than the others. When she goes to find her misplaced flute, Creampanda discovers it and aims to return it to her. At the same time, Baikinman invades Shabondama-hime's castle, stealing the flutes and using them to conjure up harmful bubbles. With Anpanman's help, Purun learns to appreciate her unique abilities and plays a crucial role in saving the day.

Drawing from the Treasure Gaust toy line and a Corocoro manga series, the anime introduces a protagonist not featured in the original comic.

Step into the delightful realm of the Sylvanians, a group of small anthropomorphic animals who encounter everyday challenges similar to those of humans. Through their determination, they usually overcome these problems, offering valuable moral lessons for the young viewers who follow their adventures.

The film's protagonist, Mai, has an older brother named Dai-Chan who is completely deaf. Although Dai-Chan is older, he behaves like Mai's younger sibling, always asking her to pick him up with a big smile on his face. One day, the elementary school Mai attends and the special-needs school Dai-Chan goes to begin interacting with each other. Then Mai's classmates start teasing her and draw a caricature of Dai-Chan on the classroom blackboard. Mai is shocked and deeply hurt by their prank. Around the same time, their mother falls ill, and as a result Dai-Chan is to be placed in an orphanage for disabled children. However, Mai desperately wants to care for him herself and tries to stop it. This story is about family love, strong bonds, and the connections between people. We all possess a shared warmth in our hearts, and there are moments when we must use it sincerely. This film reminds us of important things about life that we should never forget.