Spring 2023 Anime

Adaptation of the Swordsmith Village Arc. Tanjiro’s journey leads him to the Swordsmith Village, where he reunites with two Hashira, members of the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking swordsmen - Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji. With the shadows of demons lurking near, a new battle begins for Tanjiro and his comrades. Notes: • The first episode has a runtime of ~49 minutes, and received an early premiere in cinemas worldwide as part of a special screening alongside the final two episodes of Kimetsu no Yaiba: Yuukaku-hen. • The final episode has a runtime of ~52 minutes.

The Edo period is nearing its end. Gabimaru, a shinobi formerly known as the strongest in Iwagakure who is now a death row convict, is told that he will be acquitted and set free if he can bring back the Elixir of Life from an island that is rumored to be the Buddhist pure land Sukhavati. In hopes of reuniting with his beloved wife, Gabimaru heads to the island along with the executioner Yamada Asaemon Sagiri. Upon arriving there, they encounter other death row convicts in search of the Elixir of Life... as well as a host of unknown creatures, eerie manmade statues, and the hermits who rule the island. Can Gabimaru find the Elixir of Life on this mysterious island and make it back home alive? (Source: Crunchyroll)

When a pregnant young starlet appears in Gorou Amemiya’s countryside medical clinic, the doctor takes it upon himself to safely (and secretly) deliver Ai Hoshino’s child so she can make a scandal-free return to the stage. But no good deed goes unpunished, and on the eve of her delivery, he finds himself slain at the hands of Ai’s deluded stalker — and subsequently reborn as Ai’s child, Aquamarine Hoshino! The glitz and glamor of showbiz hide the dark underbelly of the entertainment industry, threatening to dull the shine of his favorite star. Can he help his new mother rise to the top of the charts? And what will he do when unthinkable disaster strikes? (Source: HIDIVE) Note: Episode 1【推しの子】Mother and Children was pre-screened in advance in Japanese theaters on March 17, 2023. The regular TV broadcast began on April 12, 2023. The first episode has an extended runtime of ~82 minutes.

This is a world of magic. This is a world in which magic is casually used by everyone. In a deep, dark forest in this world of magic, there is a boy who is singlemindedly working out. His name is Mash Burnedead, and he has a secret. He can’t use magic. All he wanted was to live a quiet life with his family, but people suddenly start trying to kill him one day and he somehow finds himself enrolled in Magic School. There, he sets his sights on becoming a “Divine Visionary,” the elite of the elite. Will his ripped muscles work against the best and brightest of the wizarding world? The curtain rises on this off-kilter magical fantasy in which the power of being jacked crushes any spell! (Source: Crunchyroll)

In the year 2024, the world has collapsed. Grotesque monsters lurk amongst the ruins of Japan, while remaining people scrape together what they can to survive. Kiruko, an odd-job girl in Nakano, accepts a mysterious woman's dying wish to take a boy named Maru to a place called Heaven. (Source: Disney+, edited)

The third season of Dr. STONE. Senkuu and the Kingdom of Science sail to new lands to uncover more scientific secrets! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Akane Kinoshita, a female college student, faces the absolute worst situation when she ends up breaking up with her boyfriend after he has an affair with a woman he met playing an online game. While relieving her stress by rampaging through the open hunting grounds of an online game, Akane spills everything about her heartbreak to “Yamada”, a player she met by chance who happens to be in the same guild. “I don't care,” is his curt reply. But when Akane gets a makeover and joins an offline event to get back at her ex-boyfriend, she hears those dreadful words again. And that was Akane's fateful encounter with “Yamada”─！ (Source: Crunchyroll)

Shuchiin Academy’s student council room: the place where Student Council Vice President Kaguya Shinomiya and President Miyuki Shirogane met. After a long battle in love, these two geniuses communicated their feelings and, at the Hoshin Festival, had their very first kiss. However, there was no clear confession of love. The relationship between these two, who assumed they would be a couple, remains ambiguous. Now, overly conscious of their feelings, they must face the biggest challenge yet: Christmas. It’s Shirogane who wants it to be perfect versus Kaguya who pursues the imperfect situation. This is the very “normal” love story of two geniuses and the first kiss that never ends. (Source: Aniplex of America) Note: The anime first premiered in theaters across Japan on December 17, 2022. It was later split into 2 parts on TV, and 4 episodes on streaming, and Blu-Ray/DVD.

All his life, Yuuya has been bullied at school and neglected by his parents. After moving into his late grandfather’s home, he discovers a strange door that seems to be calling out to him. Yuuya opens the door, steps inside, and is suddenly transported to a magical world! This new world holds rare treasures and grants him powerful skills, which he takes back to Earth for a new lease on life. (Source: Crunchyroll)

This country girl is ready for the big city! Well, at least she thought she was. Mitsumi’s dream is to attend a prestigious school and make the world a better place. But when she finally gets to Tokyo, it turns out she isn’t exactly prepared for city life. Luckily, she runs into Shima, a sweet and handsome classmate who becomes her first friend! Can she make it in Tokyo with Shima by her side? (Source: Crunchyroll)

This feisty young wizard will stop at nothing to master the spell that saved her life: Explosion! Megumin, the “Greatest Genius of the Crimson Magic Clan,” has chosen to devote her studies to the powerful offensive magic used by her mysterious savior. Then one day, her little sister finds a black kitten in the woods. But this cat isn’t just a new furry friend—she’s the key to awakening a Dark God! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Ganta Nakami is a high school student who suffers from insomnia. One day, he meets Isaki Magari, a girl with the same condition. A strange, but special relationship forms as they share a secret and catch up on their sleep in their school’s abandoned observatory… (Source: HIDIVE)

As a legendary hero nears victory against a necromancer known as The Corpse God, things take an unexpected turn with the dark sorcerer’s final gambit—reincarnation magic. This last-ditch effort catches the brave fighter off guard, and now he’s a boy named Polka Shinoyama in a whole new world! The showdown between good and evil just got epic. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The sweet story of Nasa and Tsukasa continues! After surviving some awkward first nights together, dealing with doubters, and recovering from their apartment fire, it's clear the fate of these lovers was written in the stars. Now, they're ready to settle back into domestic bliss and finally plan their wedding ceremony! But with plenty of new friends on the way, what will their big day look like?! (Source: Crunchyroll)

As heir to a cult leader, Yukito centers his life around the mysterious goddess Mitama. But everything changes after he’s killed during a ritual gone wrong. To his surprise, Yukito is reborn into a world with no concept of god! And in this world, life and death are decided by the Imperial State. As Yukito fights to protect his new village, someone from his past life lends a helping hand. (Source: Crunchyroll)

WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO MAKE HER WISH COME TRUE? After a draining December, Sakuta is quickly nearing the end of his second year of high school. Since Mai is a third-year student, they don’t have much time left together before graduation rolls around. Meanwhile, his sister, Kaede, is slowly but steadily venturing outdoors again. Just as she begins to find her footing, she announces her most ambitious goal yet—attending her brother’s high school! Sakuta knows better than anyone how difficult this will be for Kaede, and he’s ready to support her however he can. He’s just not sure if that’s what’s best for her…or what she really wants… (Source: Yen Press)

Shiina Kazuya is killed protecting a young girl at a convenience store where he just happened to be at the wrong time. The next thing he knows, he's in the kind of world he has only dreamed about--a world of magic and swords! He has been reincarnated as Cain von Silford, the third son of an aristocratic family, and he quickly grows interested in many things he sees. Then, on his fifth birthday, he's baptized at a church according to tradition... and the gods grant him several divine blessings, along with stats that could only be described as unusual and extraordinary! In his reincarnated life, when it comes to things like battles, romance, and studying, apparently a little overkill is just right?! When he puts in the usual effort to do things punctually and properly, it only gets him in trouble... Thus Cain's chaotic life in another world begins! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Living inside a fairy tale may sound like a dream, but for this heroine, it’s more of a nightmare. After her mysterious death, Rinko is reborn as Raeliana—a loved and wealthy character in a novel. But she knows the ending: her murder at the hands of her fiancé. So, she hatches a plan to stay alive, one that involves a devilish duke and a phony engagement. Can she rewrite her story? (Source: Crunchyroll)

Ever since their father died, Ichirou Kuga has struggled to support his two younger siblings on nothing but a small inheritance and his passion for drawing manga. But it’s becoming harder to keep up with his growing responsibilities and deadlines, especially after his last two assistants quit to follow their dreams. Just as he’s nearing his breaking point, the beautiful and scarily competent Shiori Goshiki applies to become his new assistant. But there’s something almost otherworldly about Goshiki, and soon Kuga finds his reality turned upside down when she suddenly declares them engaged to marry! (Source: Crunchyroll)

There was once a hero who was summoned to another world, and he saved that world. However, the man was caught in a "trap" and was forcibly returned to his original world. On top of that, he had to start over as a baby… This is the story of a crazy journey in another world where a former hero who was reincarnated into a slightly gloomy high school student is "resummoned" back to that same world! There's a lot of room to work with when it's the second time, huh♪ (Source: Coolmic)

The second season of Mahoutsukai no Yome. Chise was able to accept Elias and herself, if not necessarily everything about her situation. After Cartaphilus fell back into a slumber that would not last forever, Chise was able to go back to her regular life. Then she receives an invitation from a mutual aid organization for mages called the College. Under the British Library exists a secret society of mages. Encounters and interactions with people are about to open some new doors. This is a story about saving yourself to save another. (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: Episode 1 of season two premiered in a preview screening event together with "Fuyu no Okorimono" at Tachikawa Cinema City's Cinema Two in Tokyo on March 11, 2023.  

The second season of Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni. Touya Mochizuki grows accustomed to his new life in another world. Armed with his trusty smartphone, the teenager accepts small quests at his leisure while spending time with his new fiancées: Yumina Urnea Belfast, Yae Kokonoe, and twin sisters Linse and Elze Shileska. But even in a relaxing environment, Touya is only beginning to understand the responsibilities that come with these engagements. In addition to his romantic woes, the elder fairy Lean wishes to locate the remaining pieces of Babylon, the floating island that the mysterious Professor Regina Babylon created five thousand years ago. Touya reluctantly accepts her request and seeks out the teleportation circles that will lead to the islands. However, strange monsters have emerged—possibly powerful enough to destroy the world. In order to save the second life he was given, Touya must weaponize ancient technologies to fight these monsters—all while balancing his overwhelming number of relationships. (Source: MAL Rewrite)

In a world of monsters and magic, Sion, the local hero, is on his way to save the world from demons. Well, that was the plan until he fell into a pit dug by a sleazy villager, Touka, and died! After hiding the accident, Touka goes to bed as usual but wakes up feeling…different. Somehow he’s in Sion’s body! Now, the fate of the world is in his hands. What could go wrong? (Source: Crunchyroll)

After inheriting his late grandmother’s failing café, Hayato sees it as a bother and plans to sell it for a quick buck. Until he discovers five beautiful girls staying there! When they beg him to keep the café open, Hayato reluctantly gives in. Can he manage the seaside shop while learning to live with these unruly women? (Source: Crunchyroll)

Get ready for a new collection of stories from Ranking of Kings! (Source: Crunchyroll)

After killing his daughter’s abusive yakuza boyfriend to save her, ordinary salaryman Tetsuo Tosu becomes embroiled in the dark criminal underworld. The wish for a simple life he and his wife Kasen had for their daughter has been reduced to a wish for survival. Though middle-aged and weak, he’ll put his life on the line using only his wits in order to protect his family. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of Mobile Suit Gundam: the Witch from Mercury. A.S.122... An era when a multitude of corporations have entered space and built a huge economic system. After transferring to the Asticassia School of Technology from the planet Mercury, Suletta Mercury has experienced a school life filled with encounters and excitement, as both Miorine Rembran's bridegroom and a member of GUND-ARM, Inc. It has been two weeks since the incident at Plant Quetta. Suletta passes her days at the school, anticipating her reunion with Miorine. Miorine, meanwhile, has stationed herself at the head office of the Benerit Group, monitoring her father's condition. The two are about to face new hardships and pressing decisions. Each with her own feelings in her heart, the girls will confront the mighty curse the Gundam brings. (Source: GUNDAM.INFO, edited)

Unaired episode bundled with the limited edition version of the Yahari Game demo Ore no Seishun Love Come wa Machigatteiru. Kan Nintendo Switch/PS4 game from MAGES.

Asahi loves the idea of magical fantasy worlds. And somehow, he’s transported to one! He’s eager to explore and use his new abilities, except he learns he doesn’t have any. But his older sister Maya is in this world too, and she ends up having the strongest cheat skills imaginable! Now, Asahi starts his new life with a doting sister who can kill any beast with one hit. (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: Each episode streamed 24 hours early on ABEMA.

Freedom of expression is threatened when a mysterious group, the SSC, destroy Japan’s otaku culture. However, a young revolutionary, Otaku Hero—who loves the culture more than anything—rises up. With the help of three rambunctious magical girls—Anarchy, Blue, and Pink—they’ll team up to create a world free of this oppressive rule. Be part of the rebellion to bring back fandom! (Source: Crunchyroll)

The King of the Beasts and Demons regularly receives female human sacrifices to eat in order to assert the dominance of his people over the human race. However, for the 99th sacrifice, the human girl brought to the capital, Sariphi, intrigues the Beast King. In fact she isn't afraid of him or any other beast and even accepts her death without begging or crying as she has neither home nor family to return to if she were released. The King finds her intriguing and let her stay at his side as his consort despite being human. This is the story of how Sariphi will become the queen of the demons and beasts. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear. Yuna finds new friends and adventures in the world of her favorite MMO! (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of EDENS ZERO.

Fifth grader Nishimura isn’t too proud of her “Grim Reaper” moniker given by her bullying schoolmates, but the new kid loves it. The once lonely target of everyone’s ridicule starts to get out of her shell with the help of her new cheerful yet airheaded friend, Takada. Together they’ll embark on a sweet and touching journey of summer fun and friendship! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Takamimi Shrine has an unusual resident – Elda, an ancient elf who’s obsessed with video games! The shrine’s teenage attendant, Koito Koganei, keeps this reclusive otaku well supplied with energy drinks and junk food. Even though she loves 100%-ing her games, Elda has duties to attend to, and Koganei is bound and determined to make this otaku elf fulfill them! It’ll just take an offering or two to bribe—um, we mean convince Elda to put down her new game… (Source: HIDIVE)

Worried about her reputation, Hime covers shifts for a cafe manager she accidentally injures to maintain her picture-perfect princess image. But this cafe has a peculiar theme—private school. To put on her best barista schoolgirl act, she’ll be trained by the most graceful girl there, Mitsuki. Under her guidance, Hime’s feelings start to brew, but there’s just one problem—Mitsuki can’t stand her! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Prodigy violinist Aono rekindles his passion for violin after meeting Ritsuko Akine, and they enroll in Umimaku High School’s orchestra club. (Source: ANIPLUS Asia)

A new dream and adventure set throughout the entire Pokémon world unfolds in a brand new Pokémon-series following a girl named Liko and a boy named Roy.

The new anime will depict T.M. Opera O, Admire Vega, Narita Top Road, and other Uma Musume (Horse Girls) going head-to-head to win Classic competitions. (Source: Anime News Network)

January 2118. Chief Inspector of the Criminal Investigation Department, Akane Tsunemori, receives a report of an incident on a foreign vessel – the body of Professor Milicia Stronskaya has been discovered. Behind the incident is a group known as the Peacebreakers, a foreign paramilitary organization and a new outside threat who are targeting the professor's research documents known as the “Stronskaya Papers.” Reunited with Shinya Kogami, a former fugitive from the Criminal Investigation Department, Akane grapples with a case that quickly escalates beyond their expectations. The Stronskaya Papers could reveal a truth that would shake Japan's government, and even the Sibyl System, to the core. It is in this untold story that the missing link is revealed. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Rokudou’s miserable days of being picked on have taken a major turn with a new ability that’s made him the target of every delinquent girl’s affection. The source? A mysterious scroll from his late grandfather, an unusual inheritance to say the least. Now he’s in a romantic panic full of nonstop madness with every bad girl he comes in contact with. Will he ever catch a break? (Source: Crunchyroll)

Invading alien Liza Luna wants nothing more than to destroy planet Earth... after she gets in a little sightseeing, first. But her travels soon take her into a cat café, where the furry felines inside invade her heart just as surely as Liza invaded Earth! Destroying the world won’t be so easy now that she’s discovered the joys of kitty cats... (Source: HIDIVE)

The second season of BIRDIE WING: Golf Girls' Story.

In Edo period Japan (1603 to 1868), a strange new disease called the Redface Pox has begun to prey on the country's men. Within eighty years of the first outbreak, the male population has fallen to a quarter of the total female population. Women have taken on all the roles traditionally granted to men, even that of the Shogun. The men, precious providers of life, are carefully protected and the most beautiful of the men are sent to serve in the Shogun's Inner Chambers. (Source: VIZ Media) Note: The first episode has a runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes.

Unaired episodes included in the Blu-ray box volumes.

The U149 in the title refers to the aspiring idols at the center of it all: These small girls are ready to make it big! All under 149 centimeters tall, this group of aspiring pop idols dream of performing for thousands of people. But with zero experience, they’ve got a lot of work to do. Not to mention there’s a distractingly cute prince in town! With the help of their rookie producer, who’s just as short, can they stay focused and make it to the top? (Source: Crunchyroll, edited) Note: Announced during DAY 2 of "THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS 10th ANNIVERSARY M@GICAL WONDERLAND!!!" final tour concert, a TV anime adaptation of the spin-off manga THE iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls: U149.

After being fired from his detective job, Brian receives a strange letter. He heads to the address written on the envelope and finds himself among THE MARGINAL SERVICE! This motley crew of fearless men and a woman (and a squirrel) are tasked with hunting down aliens. And Brian just became their newest member. (Source: Crunchyroll, edited)

Episode 18.5 of VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2. Additional clip of Ketil commanding the farm's warriors that leads in to episode 19. (Source: Official Vinland Saga Twitter account, edited)

Theater has taken the entire world by storm in the 20th century, and teenager Kokona Ohtori aims to take the big stage. Performers who shine the brightest are called Dai Stars, and for Kokona, her first step into stardom is auditioning for the prominent theater troupe—Sirius. As she cultivates her unique sense for the stage, a story of passion and aspiration unfolds in this super-theater age. (Source: Crunchyroll)

In the virtual world, you can be anyone. And for Miracle, her dream is to be a famous virtual artist! Miracle attends ADEN Academy, where she learns new talents to prepare her for her big debut. Although she’s a bit of a klutz, she’s determined to follow in the footsteps of her idol: the legendary VTuber, Kizuna AI. With dedication and the help of her friends, her dream just might come true! (Source: Crunchyroll)

The third out of six movie sequels to the Princess Principal TV series. While the funeral of the assassinated Prince Edward, who was the first in line to succeed the throne, is being held, the nobles of the Kingdom of Albion discuss topics such as whether the second-in-line Princess Mary or the third-in-line Duke of Arkham, Prince Richard, will succeed the throne, and how the Duke of Normandy will act. The Duke of Arkham asks Princess if she will side with him or the Duke of Normandy. While wishing to change the world so that all people are equal, Princess is shaken by the Duke of Arkham, who is the mastermind behind Edward's assassination. Meanwhile, Ange and Dorothy are given a mission to infiltrate as Mary's maids and investigate the state of the royal family by the Commonwealth's control. Mary is crushed and exhausted due to the pressure of becoming first in line to the throne. As chaos surrounds the succession to the throne, the Duke of Arkham's plot finally begins to unfold. The darkness writhing in the Kingdom of Albion begins to swallow up Team White Pigeon. (Source: Official site, translated)

Usagi Tsukino and her friends are living peaceful lives as ordinary high school students. Mamoru Chiba, Usagi's boyfriend, is headed to America to study abroad. At the airport, after Mamoru proposes to Usagi, he is then mysteriously extinguished by someone's hand. Unable to accept Mamoru's disppearance, Usagi hides her memory of that event. Meanwhile, Shadow Galactica, led by Sailor Galaxia, as well as Sailor Starlights appear in front of Usagi. Without knowing whether Sailor Starlights are allies or enemies, the Sailor Guardians are robbed of their Sailor Crystals, the source of their power, by almighty Sailor Galaxia, and are killed by one after another. In a hopeless situation, Usagi, as Eternal Sailor Moon, challenges Sailor Galaxia for the final battle.

A new Love Live! Nijigasaki Gakuen School Idol Doukoukai original video animation released in Summer 2023.

The second season of Tokyo Mew Mew New~♡. The scientists of the μ(Mew) Project use DNA of endangered species to create a team of heroines imbued with amazing abilities. Armed with the skills of an Iriomote cat, Ichigo must band together with other Mew Mew girls to repel an alien incursion. (Source: HIDIVE)

A dangerous shadow organization launches a campaign of fear and violence in the city of Shinjuku, pushing society to the brink of chaos. As a young police officer tasked with restoring order, you become the target of an attack, and have a poisonous collar attached to your neck. With the situation spiraling out of control and time running out, five mysterious strangers appear to aid you in your quest for the truth. Who can you trust? Will you be able to save yourself and the soul of Shinjuku from the clutches of oblivion? (Source: Aksys Games)

Centuries ago, mankind abandoned planet Earth after the Vice, a race of mechanical aliens, drove them from their home into a life adrift in space. Now resigned to starships forged of pieces of Earth’s shattered moon, the final hope for humanity lies in the hands of Actresses, young women born with the ability to wield the only weapons that can harm the Vice: Alice Gears, mechanical suits that can finally turn the tide against the alien incursion. (Source: HIDIVE)

On their way home from high school, Tamahi and some classmates are shocked as they witness someone fall from the rooftop of nearby apartment. Panicked and confused, they rush to the building only to find it deserted. As Tamahi wonders about this, she has the uneasy feeling they are being watched. What is the strange presence around her…(Source: HIDIVE)

The fourth season of Majutsushi Orphen Hagure Tabi.

--What color is your world? It has been about 10 years since "Perception Art" was born in the art world. Nowadays, it has completely permeated the world and is a colorful part of people's lives. Kazuya Yamanashi, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Yamanashi, the creators of Perception Art and also famous "artists," has just entered Eisen High School, a prestigious art school, with his childhood friend Jun Tsuzuki, with the dream of becoming a Perception Artist himself. Kazuya had another goal in mind. It is to regain friendship with "another childhood friend" who started avoiding him after "an incident" that occurred 10 years ago... Kyou Takise, whose father is also the creator of Perception Art and a well-known "grader," is a junior grader majoring in Perception Art at Eisei High School. He is a childhood friend of Kazuya and Jun, but has been avoiding them for years. Kyou's heart had scars that could never be revealed. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of MIX.

Fuuka is a loveable but clumsy apprentice witch and princess of the Silver Castle who, unlike her classmates, still needs some practice with her beginner spells. Despite her lack of natural majesty, she aspires to be just like her mother, the Silver Queen, the legendary master of all things magic. When she accidentally breaks the seal of darkness and is transported to a spooky amusement park, nervous Fuuka must complete a series of tests to defeat an evil witch. Luckily for Fuuka, childhood friends Karin, gentle princess of the Green Castle, and cheeky Chitose, prince of the Blue Castle, are there to help. But in the face of danger, hot-headed Chitose and stubborn Fuuka can't seem to keep it together. It's up to patient Karin to find a path to harmony so the trio can go from clumsy to clever. (Source: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, edited)

The time is a future where humans have moved their residence to the moon.... In the lunar colony, a game has become very popular. The name of the game is "Run for the Money." It is an entertainment survival game in which fugitives are released into a limited area, and if they can escape from the pursuing android "hunters" until the time limit counts down to zero, they can win a large prize. Some dream of getting rich, while others challenge themselves to test their strength in "Run for the Money." (Source: Crunchyroll)

A crossover between Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken and Genjitsu no Yohane: SUNSHINE in the MIRROR. Suddenly, Rimuru's Tensura Team and Yohane's Maboroshi Yoha Team clash. How will they end up in this battle where the Tensura Team seems to have an overwhelming advantage...!?

The second season of Yoru wa Neko to Issho.

The third and final season of ULTRAMAN. Shinjirou (Ultraman) who saw a nightmare begins to realize he can no longer keep his abilities under control and struggles to contain them. His power is unleashed beyond his control, the city is destroyed, and people are hurt. Society begins to call Ultraman a "disaster of mankind" and the hero becomes a target for condemnation. Shinjirou, alone and having lost everything, finds himself in the middle of a maelstrom of fate! In the shadows of the confusion, an ominous alien force moves in secret! (Source: Official Site)

The third and final installment of the Neptune OVA Series Trilogy. Magiquone, with her secret plan against the goddesses, Level Trick, appear to challenge the battle. While their guard are down, Level Trick's "Level-Down" attack hit the four goddesses. But Magiquone is also caught up in the aftermath. Worried about their sisters' disappearance, Nepgear and the others go out to search for them, and found Noir and the other sisters, who had been transformed into young children as a result of the Level Down attack..., and only Neptune is still missing. Meanwhile, Magiquone and Neptune are running a vast eggplant farm. They, too, have been transformed into their younger form and lost their memories due to the effects of Level-Down. What will become of their strange shared life with their eternal nemesis...? (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: The OVA had an advance release on various streaming platforms in Japan, July 2022.

Unaired episodes 13-15, included in the NIJIYON ANIMATION Blu-ray box. Kasumi, Shizuku, Karin, Ai, Kanata, Emma, Setsuna, Rina, Shioriko, Mia, Lanzhu, and Ayumu all tell Yu how much they love her. (Source: Crunchyroll, edited)

An Ensemble Stars! anime project about the Five Eccentrics and (Past) fine units in the war era of the Ensemble Stars! mobile game. The anime is based on the "Element" story during the "Reminiscence＊Gathering of the Three Magicians" event from the game. (Source: Anime News Network, edited) Note: The entire anime received an advanced screening on April 2 at the Tokyo Garden Theater.

Set in a future where the solar system is dominated by trade federations who are in constant conflict. In order to escape his restrictive homeland of Japan, and under the recommendation of his military cook friend Pupkin, Akira enlists in a trade federation orbital drop infantry unit. Such infantry are notorious for their 70% casualty rate, and are nicknamed "Yakitori" for their expendability. (Source: Anime News Network, edited)

A new beginning with you, on this stage! A dream live performance by the top runners of the male idol world who competed for "BLACK or WHITE LIVE SHOWDOWN" will be held in May! IDOLiSH7, TRIGGER, Re:vale, and ŹOOĻ, 4 groups with various charms, will meet in one place, and the magnificent live entertainment will begin! Music will connect the times and people's feelings.Thus, I hope that this stage will be loved beyond time. (Source: Official IDOLiSH7 LIVE 4bit - BEYOND THE PERiOD site, translated)

Akari and Nagi come to Kyoto during their first summer holidays after entering high school for a certain purpose. While Akari wants to get there as quickly as possible, Nagi does as much sightseeing as possible to make many memories of their trip. Akari urges Nagi to hurry up to their destination but Nagi does otherwise and continues sightseeing leaving Akari no choice but to follow along. While enjoying the sights of Kyoto for the first time, Akari gradually realizes the joys of traveling. And then the two finally reach their destination… (Source: Official Website, translated) Tabi Hani is a crowdfunded project with the theme of traveling through Japan. The first episode "Kyoto-hen" (京都編) was shown to the project's backers at UPLINK Kyoto on April 8th 2023. A second and a third episode were originally planned.

Sequel shorts to Bear Bear Bear Kuma! Posted on the KADOKAWA anime YouTube channel.

The OVA will be based on the Narumi Seo character map story event that was featured in the smartphone game in April 2018. Seo, who has a unique memory disorder, will appear alongside other heroes of the Seo Research Laboratory in the OVA. (Source: MAL News) Note: The OVA had an early screening event on January 28, 2023.

2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the original Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki OVA series and to celebrate, a brand new Tenchi Muyo! GXP anime series was announced. The new series, titled Tenchi Muyo! GXP Paradise Beginnings Arc, connects the 4th and 5th seasons of the series and will serve as an introduction to the Paradise War through the eyes of Seina Yamada. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Day 2 of IDOLiSH's Concert Film - BEYOND THE PERIOD. Aspiring idols come to Takanashi Productions to form musical groups, in hopes of finding international fame. Four groups decide to put on a live performance. IDOLiSH7, TRIGGER, Re:vale, and ŹOOĻ each have their own distinct dances, style, and presence. Together, they’ll put on a concert for the ages. Discover a performance unlike any other from the groups you’ve come to love! (Source: Crunchyroll)

The stage is set for a masquerade tournament, but the Dark Prince isn’t the only belle at this ball! Enter: the masked Blader known as ‘Quadra’. Wielding her elemental Bey, Lightning Pandora, Quadra has defeated every foe to come her way. Meanwhile, Quadra’s brother, Pax, is busy studying the elemental powers radiating from a series of mysterious ruins nearby. Bel might be the Dark Prince, but this adventure is full of even darker secrets! (Source: BEYBLADE BURST Official on YouTube)

Theatrical follow-up to Eikyuu Shounen: Eternal Boys.

Sequel to the Shuumatsu no Valkyrie Mini Anime. Posted mainly on the Warner Bros. Japan Anime YouTube channel and on the Record of Ragnarok official Twitter.

A short anime series based on the game Pokémon Quest. Note: Episode 1 had an early release in China on February 28th, 2023.

Welcome back, Chibi Godzilla! Everyone’s favorite little monster has made its return with the new anime series Chibi Godzilla Raids Again! On a mysterious island hidden from the world... A little robotic monster washes up upon the shore and is given an extra warm greeting by a very special local. Who, or what, awaits him in this strange new land...? (Source: GODZILLA OFFICIAL by TOHO, edited)

Bakugan: Legends is the fifth season of the Bakugan: Battle Planet series and the ninth season overall.

Bosanimal follows the daily adventures of a group of animals that live at their own pace in the human world even if it can be a bit messy and lazy at times. (Source: Crunchyroll, edited)

The story of YouTuNya follows the daily misadventures of cute cartoon kitties such as: Nya, a cat who runs an unpopular channel; Tomoneko, a cat who runs an extremely successful channel; and Tsuyoneko, a cat who runs a martial arts themed channel. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Special animation shown during a rescreening of the movie. Later included in the limited BD/DVD edition.

The second season of GUNMACHAN.

Fifth season of Fudanshi Shoukan: Isekai de Shinjuu ni Hameraremashita.

This series is about the cryptid hunter, Panpy. He goes out searching for a legendary yeti in the snowy mountains. There he meets the yeti, Moffun, who takes him to the Mofu Village. The story revolves around Panpy's adventures with Moffun in the village. A spin-off to the Ousama Sentai King-Ohger TV series, this series portrays the TV show "Moffun to Issho", a popular anime within the world of the King-Ohger TV series. These shorts were originally released on the Toei Tokusatsu Fanclub (TTFC) app.

In the 19th century, a rice merchant encounters a mother who tries to buy rice in exchange for her own child's clothes. The merchant becomes Monk Seishin and relieves the islanders of Miyajima from poverty by digging wells and starting the wooden ladle industry.

A 3D short anime featuring active VTubers/VSingers.

An anime based on Takara-Tomy's TOMICA, Plarail, and ANIA toylines.

Two loose and cute cats, Riri and Popo, go on short animated adventures based on “enriching everyday life with everyone’s geek activities and promotions.” Riri is a "menhera" (mentally unstable) cat not blessed by the idol she supports while Popo is an airheaded cat who is cute in a devilish way. Otakuchanzu is the first anime to be originally created for TikTok. (Source: Anime News Network & Official YouTube Channel)

An anime based on Takara-Tomy's ANIA toyline.

The second season of Mamekichi Mameko NEET no Nichijou.

In front of main character Pushu Pushu, who lives in planet Pushu Pushu, a cute fairy appears when Pushu Pushu cleans his mouth with a napkin. As he appears, "Nyuu" has lost a cheek, and Pushu Pushu, encouraged by Nyuu, boards a rocket and goes searching for it. The two go meeting friends in the various stars they find in their trek.

What is Mendako? A member of the octopus family that lives in the deep sea. Some people are healed by the sight of them spending their time peacefully at the bottom of the sea...

Part of the Young Animator Training Project. One of the shorts exhibited in Anime no Tane 2023.

Seventh season of Oshiri Tantei.

It is a story of Untaro the poop. One day, he ventures out into the outside world. He experiences various things and grows up to be a fertilizer.

Kamen Rider Revice shorts released on the Toei Tokusatsu Fanclub (TTFC) app.