Winter 1998 Anime

Two years after the J-pop idol group CHAM! first won over audiences, member Mima Kirigoe chooses to leave the band to pursue an acting career, a decision that draws mixed reactions from her fanbase. Despite the uncertainty surrounding this move, Mima clings to the hope that her supporters will stay loyal. As she steps away from the group, her life takes an unexpected turn. Eager to shed her idol image, she secures a role in a crime drama, a project that quickly becomes demanding and stressful for both her and her manager, Rumi Hidaka. At the same time, Mima's mental state begins to deteriorate under pressure from a persistent stalker who refuses to accept her exit from the idol world, a mysterious new website that uncannily mirrors her experiences, and CHAM!'s continued success without her. These disturbing events slowly erode Mima's grasp on reality, blurring the line between what is real and what is not.

Gene Starwind has long dreamed of commanding his own starship and traveling through space. Working odd jobs on the planet Sentinel III alongside his partner James Hawking, he manages to get by. Their lives change drastically when they accept a job from Rachel Sweet, a treasure hunter operating under a disguise. Their assignment is to protect a mysterious young woman named Melfina, leading them to an unforeseen journey aboard the cutting-edge spacecraft called Outlaw Star. The story follows Gene and his eclectic crew as they navigate the cosmos, attempting to uncover the secrets behind Melfina. Along the way, they confront a variety of threats, including merciless bounty hunters, marauding space pirates, practitioners of Tao magic, and even catgirls, making for a thrilling and perilous adventure.

After being cast off a cliff during his childhood, Kazuya Mishima enters the King of Iron Fist Tournament to exact revenge upon his father, the multi-billionaire Heihachi Mishima. Simultaneously, WWWC operative Jun Kazama and Hong Kong detective Lei Wulong join the competition to probe Heihachi's illicit operations concerning cloning and genetic engineering. Several other accomplished fighters also participate solely to claim the $1 billion grand prize, unaware of the tournament's true objective and the destiny that lies ahead for them.

Burn Up Excess centers on Team Warrior, an elite counter-terrorism squad within the Neo-Tokyo Police. The team includes Rio, who is perpetually short on cash; Maya, a firearms enthusiast; Lillica, a computer specialist; Nanvel, a tech expert; Yuji, a pilot with a habit of spying; and their enigmatic leader, Maki. They handle various tasks such as providing security, stopping robberies and arms smuggling, and protecting a powerful tank. Rio and her companions repeatedly foil the schemes of Ruby, an agent working for a secret coalition of influential figures. As the story approaches its conclusion, it uncovers the formation of Team Warrior, the deliberate reason for Rio's recruitment, and Maki's tragic history.

A timeless war has been waged between the monstrous Demons and the noble Guardians over control of Earth, the cherished creation of the great Mother who gave life to all. Their deep-seated animosity stems from the Guardians having stopped the Demons' attempts to wipe out humanity and the world. In the present day, within the bustling Neo-Shinjuku City, only a handful of Demons and Guardians continue this ancient conflict. Humanity has long since taken dominion over Earth, with no real memory of either Demons or Guardians. Yet, in the hidden depths of the city’s underworld, one powerful Demon plots to dominate humankind. Standing against this threat is a sole Guardian, whose actions will determine the future of the human race.

After transferring to Wakame High School, Okometsubu Fujiyama sets out to make one hundred friends. His goal takes an unexpected detour when he crosses paths with the eccentric Masaru Hananakajima, a martial artist who practices the "Sexy Commando" technique. Masaru establishes a club dedicated to this unique fighting style and brings Fujiyama—now nicknamed Fuumin—into the fold. As the club expands, it draws in a colorful cast of oddball characters. Together, they encounter strange adventures involving aliens, mustaches, and cute little creatures, all while their club's popularity gradually grows.

A new Priestess of Water has arrived in El Hazard. Her name is Qawool Towles, and although she is only 17 years old, everyone except Shayla-Shayla gives her a warm welcome. However, during her initiation ceremony, a mysterious being named Arjah appears and carries them all away to an alternate world. Now Makoto and the rest find themselves stranded once again in a strange new kingdom known as Creteria. This grim, industrial land is controlled by a dictator named Dall. If they ever hope to return to El-Hazard, they must uncover the mystery behind an ancient relic called the Spring of Life—and they have to do it quickly, because the spring appears to be fading away.

In the TV series All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku, each episode follows Nuku Nuku’s comedic exploits and mishaps at high school, along with her dealings with a peculiar set of classmates. The larger narrative pits Mishima Industries against the rest of the world, as the corporation pursues global domination through its products. Opposing them are Kyuusaku Natsume and Nuku Nuku, an android who serves as a caretaker for Kyuusaku’s child. Nuku Nuku’s classmates are each defined by strong traits: Futaba, the class president, is a rigid control freak who cannot tolerate any challenge to her authority; Chieko Shirakaba, a wealthy socialite, is always accompanied by two fawning hangers-on. Other students include a diligent bookworm, a mystic who predicts doom with tarot cards and other supernatural methods, a scientist, and a pop singer who communicates only through song. These distinctive personalities generate much of the show’s humor.

Embark on a harrowing descent into faith and treachery as the notorious Jubei Yagyu unleashes his lethal swords against both righteous and wicked forces. Amid an eruption of unimaginable brutality, the Shogun's armies show no mercy, cutting down their foes without hesitation. On the rocky peninsula of Amakusa, the devout await divine intervention while a demon stirs among them. Driven by a thirst for revenge, a Child of Heaven becomes Hell's messenger. Haunted by visions of Amakusa's final moments, the legendary swordsman Jubei Yagyu returns to his family estate, seeking relief from the bloody obligations of a feudal vassal. Life in Yagyu village carries a peace ill-suited to an era of armed insurrection and unholy pacts. For Jubei, this tranquility feels far too thin, and soon disturbing rumors reach him. Four deceased heroes reclaim their existence, thriving on the fear and turmoil of the age. Compelled to draw his sword once more, Jubei resumes his journey toward vengeance and damnation in Ninja Resurrection! Note: The series was originally planned for four episodes, but because a scene in the first episode closely resembled an actual event occurring in Japan at the time, external pressure forced it to conclude after two episodes, leaving the story unresolved on a cliffhanger.

The OVA Gekiganger 3 follows three high school students—Ken, Joe, and Akira—as they combine their personal mechas into Gekiganger III to fight the villainous Prince Akara and Emperor Hyperion. Compiled from footage taken from Nadesico and edited into a self-contained movie, this release parodies numerous mecha anime from the 1980s.

The tale centers on Retsuya and Gouki, a pair of brothers who share the very same dream as Go and Retsu: to hit the track and claim championship victories! These two new siblings must navigate a gauntlet of schemes orchestrated by a sinister organization... but alongside their fellow racers, they strive to savor every race to the fullest, unleashing their fierce competitive drive and crushing any menace that dares to endanger the beloved sport they hold dear!

In a small town, a quaint little pharmacy known as Fun Fun Pharmacy exists. Popuri, a girl who has recently relocated to the downtown area, stumbles upon this pharmacy and encounters Miss Fukiko, who is in truth a witch. Miss Fukiko presents Popuri with a mysterious bottle capable of summoning magic spirits.

Long ago, the evil Dark B-Da assaulted B-Da City with the goal of ruling the entire Blue Solar System. The courageous B-Daman used their legendary powers and advanced technology to overcome the Nol Arc Empire and bring peace back to the galaxy. A millennium later, the Dark B-Da have resurfaced, intent on conquering the Blue Solar System once more and expanding their dominion. Shirobon, a righteous young B-Daman, rises to defend B-Da City. With his allies, he battles the Dark B-Da who have returned to destroy their home.

A strange creature hatches from a mysterious egg and becomes friends with various animals, eventually taking up residence in Osajii's den. Through these experiences, he learns about the fascinating details of everyday life. By 2008, over 37 short television episodes featuring Domo-kun had been produced. These episodes were later released on DVD in Japan in July 2009.

Nobita flees from an irate Gian, but Gian stumbles and Nobita escapes easily. He then asks Doraemon for a gadget to get back at Gian, only to be scolded by Doraemon. Doraemon tells Nobita that he must go back to the 22nd century and will not be returning.

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The planet Cyress enjoys a peaceful existence. People go about their daily routines: lovers in an embrace, a family hosting a child's birthday party, a group celebrating at a local restaurant. However, this tranquility is shattered when their surroundings erupt into smoke and flame. A terrorist group has bypassed the planetary defenses and begun an assault. With no means of defense, the residents of Cyress are left vulnerable. As the military hurriedly tries to determine what happened, the terrorists successfully hijack seven PDP missiles—weapons capable of destroying entire planets. These terrorists, known as Solomon, now have the power to hold multiple planets hostage. They must be stopped.

After arriving on Earth from another planet, Yamazaki sets out to conquer humanity, but quickly discovers that taking over the world starts with taking over his classroom. He devises various schemes to force his classmates into submission, frequently singling out the class representative, Tatsuya. With his strange dog Watanabe by his side and the support of his grandparents, Yamazaki constantly gets involved in bizarre adventures with his peers. As time passes, he grows more and more fixated on being acknowledged as the "King of the Class," slowly losing sight of his original goal of world domination.

The planet Terra, once regarded as a morning star in the galactic system, was exceptionally beautiful. However, Terra now faces a crisis—it may vanish in a massive explosion across the universe due to pollution and warfare. Dr. Chaco is the only person who knows the key to saving Terra. The sole method to rescue the planet is to activate the rainbow system using seven mysterious crystals. To locate these seven crystals, Dr. Chaco organizes a race in order to carry out his plan of building his own universal dynasty with the crystals' power. Rick, riding Hamos, joins the race unaware of Dr. Chaco's scheme. During the race, Rick learns the secret of the crystals and attempts to restore the planet Terra. This leads to a conflict between Dr. Chaco and Rick over control of the seven crystals and the rainbow system.

In the Haruba household, a loving family of three siblings makes their home. The youngest among them is the protagonist, who secretly exists as a spirit. Against the backdrop of a nostalgic Japan, the narrative follows the extraordinary daily life of this family.

An anime adaptation of the children's book series Doctor Dolittle.

On a southern island known as "Whale Island," a peculiar being suddenly plummeted from the sky. It slammed into a school, flattening the frog teacher completely. This odd creature was called Puchan. He somehow restored the frog teacher to his original shape, though his classmates eyed the newcomer with suspicion. Before long, however, everyone found Puchan delightful company, and he became a student at the school. Puchan faces numerous incidents on campus, yet each time, he finds a way to get through them with his peculiar methods.

The Yamada household is made up of Miiko, her brother Mamoru, and their parents. Both parents work, so they are normally busy during the day and away from the house for much of it. The problems that occur in the Yamada family usually come from Miiko's lazy personality and her clumsiness.

Ten frogs venture through their swamp on a boat made from a discarded running shoe in "10-piki no Kaeru." This story, adapted from the children's book by Hisako Madokoro and Michiko Nakagawa, leads into a later episode where the frogs take part in a summer festival. Each episode contains two separate stories.

This special episode of Kochira Katsushikaku Kameari Kouenmae Hashutsujo, titled "Vacance wa Hageshii no ga Osuki!?", originally aired between episodes 66 and 67 of the television series.