Summer 2026 Anime

The third season of Mushoku Tensei: Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu.

At age forty-five, office worker Sasaki has had enough of the corporate grind. His only solace is smoking-and the friendly smile of supermarket cashier Yamada. When Sasaki can't find Yamada after a particularly trying day, a striking woman invites him to smoke with her. The despondent man thinks he's made a new smoking buddy in the cool, teasing Tayama, but Sasaki doesn't realize he already knows her! (Source: Square Enix) Note: Episodes 1-6 had an early release by ABEMA and Crunchyroll on June 3rd, 2026 in a mini-episode batch format that splits 6 episodes into 12, ahead of the TV broadcast which started on July 9th, 2026.

The second season of Youjo Senki.

The fourth and final part of BLEACH: Sennen Kessen-hen. Destruction looms at the end of the Thousand-Year Blood War between the Soul Reapers and Quincies… as the death of the Soul King mirrors the collapse of the Three Worlds, distortions and omens of destruction start to appear in all realms. Fierce battles erupt throughout the Wahr Welt between the Thirteen Court Guard Squads and the Royal Guard. Ichigo learns about Uryuu's true intentions and renews his determination to protect the world together, as friends who trust each other. Yhwach has surpassed even his own ability, The Almighty... The fierce battle for the survival of the Three Worlds approaches its end. Beyond the chaos of calamity, what lies in wait—despair or hope? (Source: VIZ Media, edited)

The 10th anniversary online event for the Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica anime revealed that the franchise is getting a new anime film titled Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica: Walpurgis no Kaiten. The film will be an official sequel to the Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica: Hangyaku no Monogatari film that opened in October 2013. The tagline on the new film's visual reads, "Now, let's continue the story." (Source: Anime News Network, edited)

Yani is a catgirl with a seriously bad smoking habit. She smokes so much that her apartment smells like ash and is littered with cigarette butts—and plenty of other trash! Every time she tries to quit, she becomes weak to the cravings and gives in almost instantly. Will she ever get her life together, or is she doomed to live as a chainsmoking slob forever? (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

Jirou Azuma is no average high schooler. A descendant of ninjas and trained in the ancient warrior art of the shinobi, Jirou is also able to talk with animals. After a mysterious encounter with an injured cat named Ragou, Jirou discovers the feline is actually the legendary Black Star of Doom! Joined by the Bureau of Espionage, they fight off swarms of mononoke lying in wait to exploit Ragou’s powers. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of Seihantai na Kimi to Boku.

At the mysterious orphanage where Sheena lives, death is nothing new to its residents—girls who no longer have families of their own, who are raised as weapons of war, taught to kill and take the lives of others without batting an eye. Everyone, that is, except Sheena, who wishes for nothing more than the growing conflict around her to end. On the night of her roommate's death, Sheena meets a strange girl covered in blood, who smiles despite the turmoil surrounding them. The next day, the girl appears as a new student in Sheena's class and introduces herself as Mimi. Initially thought to be a school myth, there are now whispers in the orphanage's halls that Mimi is their secret weapon—an immortal who cannot die. When Mimi is later assigned as Sheena's new roommate, Sheena's world grows even more complicated when she begins living with someone who loves and welcomes death, when all Sheena wants to do is stop it… (Source: Kodansha USA)

The novel takes place in the summer of 1907, the 40th year of the Meiji era. 15-year-old Inako Momokawa lives in the Fushimi area of Kyoto, and is the second daughter of a sake brewer. Nothing she does ever comes out right, and she receives a scolding from her father every day. Her only relief is the trust she places in her prayers to the gods. One day while at Fushimi Inari shrine, she meets a freewheeling young man named Kihachi Sakamoto. He rejects the gods, and boasts of the incoming age of electricity. The topic of marriage suddenly comes up in Inako's household. Her father is one-sidedly making all the decisions for her, and Inako is about to give up hope. It is then that Kihachi draws out Inako's true feelings of wanting to run away from her family. The only way to stop her marriage is to find an unusual book called the "Electricity Catalog." The book is a prediction book about electricity that Kihachi wrote when he was a child, but his older brother Seiroku took the book, and its current whereabouts are unknown. Inako and Kihachi together go in search of the book across Kyoto and Shiga prefectures. (Source: Anime News Network)

The second season of Otomege Sekai wa Mob ni Kibishii Sekai desu.

Born into a prestigious family of master swordsmen, Elymas Edvaughn’s future shatters when he awakens the so-called “defective” Heavy Knight class. Disowned and cast out, he regains memories of another life—and realizes this world mirrors a VR game he once mastered. Armed with knowledge no one else possesses, he sets out to rewrite his fate and prove the strength of the “weakest” class. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The year is 2029. In near-future Japan, where the world has become highly information-intensive, with a vast corporate network covering the planet, electrons and light pulsing through it. But the nation-state and ethnic groups still survive. Motoko Kusanagi, a full-body cyborg, leads an elite combat unit, including Batou. While commanding her team, Kusanagi envisions the creation of a specialized task force to preemptively strike against emerging threats. Meanwhile, Daisuke Aramaki of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, who had been planning to establish a similar unit, recruited Kusanagi and her team. Together, they begin operations as Public Security Section 9—an offensive tactical unit known as “Shell Squad.” As they confront complex cybercrimes and international conspiracies, the existence of a mysterious, unidentified hacker known as The “Puppet Master” emerges on the horizon of their investigation. What fate awaits Kusanagi? And what is the Puppet Master’s true objective? A new era of cyberpunk action begins. (Source:攻殻機動隊 THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Site)

The second season of Gaikotsu Kishi-sama, Tadaima Isekai e Odekakechuu.

The second season of Clevatess: Majuu no Ou to Akago to Kabane no Yuusha.

The third season of Grand Blue.

Ephtal is reincarnated as a human, coming from modern Earth. In this new world where magic is real, he decides to devote the entirety of his life in the pursuit of magic. Despite his efforts, though, he discovers that he is absolutely talentless in magic, and breathed his last in anguish....But it isn't the end for him just yet! He reincarnates once again bearing the same name, Ephtal, 400 years later. Having retained his knowledge and power, he steals his resolve and once again sets his sights for the peak of magic! (Source: Comikey) Note: Rakudai Kenja no Gakuin Musou: Nidome no Tensei, S-Rank Cheat Majutsushi Bouken-roku is streaming a week in advance of the TV broadcast on dAnimeStore, ABEMA, U-NEXT, and Anime Hodai beginning June 26th, 2026. Regular broadcasting began on July 2nd, 2026.

The second season of Katainaka no Ossan, Kensei ni Naru.

The third season of Kimi no Koto ga Dai Dai Dai Dai Daisuki na 100-nin no Kanojo.

After losing her mother and her homeland, Sitara’s despair transforms into determination with the power of knowledge. New possibilities unfold when a family of scholars takes her in, deepening her education. Meanwhile, Genghis Khan’s Mongol Empire conquers nation after nation, nearing Sitara’s new home. After the Fourth Prince of the empire takes her captive, a flame of revenge is ignited. (Source: Crunchyroll)

In Earthclear, everyone is born into a fixed role, and villagers are the weakest of all. Most never rise above Level 5—except Kouji Kagami, who is Level…999?! On a monster hunt, he meets Alice, the Demon King’s daughter, and discovers they share an impossible dream: coexistence between humans and demons. In a world destined for conflict, they charge into battle to defy fate and shatter the rules. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Luck, an S-rank mage in the hero’s party, makes a last stand against the Demon King to save his companions. When he finally returns victorious, ten years have passed, and the world praises him as a legendary hero who died in battle. Unable to reclaim his former life, Luck conceals his identity and begins again as “Lock,” an F-rank adventurer forging a future in a world that moved on without him. (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: Koko wa Ore ni Makasete Saki ni Ike to Ittekara 10-nen ga Tattara Densetsu ni Natteita is streaming 3 days in advance of the TV broadcast on Prime Video beginning July 3rd, 2026. Regular broadcasting began on July 6th, 2026.

Hinako Konohana is the perfect young lady—graceful, elegant, and flawless… or so everyone thinks. Behind closed doors, she’s a total disaster who can’t handle basic chores! When ordinary student Itsuki Tomonari becomes her caretaker, he’s thrown into 24/7 damage control, maintaining her “perfect” image. It’s awkward, nonstop chaos—but it starts softening into something that feels like love… (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of Hell Mode.

Kuroe Akaishi just wants a normal high school life—but that’s impossible with a rare condition that turns her into a giant kaiju whenever her emotions spike! Things get even worse when she falls for Arata Minami, the most popular boy in class. Now every blush, heartbeat, and crush could trigger a monster transformation. Can Kuroe survive high school love before it destroys everything around her?! (Source: Crunchyroll)

On an April night in Tokyo, still too early for fireworks, university student Kakeru Sorano meets a woman named Koharu Fuyutsuki. She is a beautiful girl who stands out from the crowd, laughs a lot, and exudes a warmth that contrasts sharply with Kakeru's own introversion. But there was something Kakeru didn't know at first—she can't see. Unlike Kakeru, Koharu hasn't given up on anything, even with her blindness. She attends university daily, shows interest in clubs, makes friends—and dreams of launching fireworks one day. Kakeru wonders why, when she can't see them...but maybe it doesn't matter. And maybe he can start moving forward, too, for the girl who's always been by his side (Source: Yen Press)

Seven years after making a childhood promise to always be friends, Hayato is reunited with his formerly tomboyish pal Haruki at a city high school–only now, Haruki has transformed into the girl every guy dreams about! While Haruki’s looks may have changed, with Hayato, she’s still the same pal he remembers. Despite years apart, their promise and feelings remain and deepen into something stronger. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Dias finally returns home after decades of war. He's hailed as a hero and promptly rewarded with his own domain...which turns out to be little more than empty plains. Population: zero. Dias, who has only ever known battle, finds himself at a loss. How is he supposed to survive, let alone cultivate his territory into a thriving, prosperous dominion when there's nothing but grass as far as can see? Fortunately for Dias, a horned girl by the name of Alna is about to show him there's more to the plains than meets the eye! (Source: J-Novel Club) Note: Ryoumin 0-Nin Start no Henkyou Ryoushu-sama is streaming a week advance of the TV broadcast on Prime Video beginning July 3rd, 2026. Regular broadcasting began on July 10th, 2026.

Mitsuki Aya has one goal at the elite Kuromi Girls’ Academy: to become a refined young lady like the school’s flawless “White Lily,” Yorue Mio. But her image of Mio shatters when Aya accidentally catches her...playing fighting games?! Turns out, the elegant Mio is actually a hardcore gamer—and she wants to duel Aya! The battle (and their friendship) begins. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi.

Once upon a time, a mermaid princess named Lara fell in love with a human prince. To be with him, she used a witch’s potion to become human—but the magic came at a cost: If she failed to find true love, she would vanish into sea foam forever. Now, 200 years later, Lara awakens in Lake Biwa with one final chance at life and love. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Born into a life of acting and dance with a traveling theater troupe in 14th-century Japan, 12-year old Oniyasha has one problem—he doesn't know what the point of any of it is. "Why must I step with the left foot here instead of the right? Why is one performance good and another, bad? Why do people dance at all?" It all seems perfectly arbitrary, until a chance encounter in a run-down shack sets him down a path to revolutionizing the art form and influencing much of Japanese culture to come. A fictionalized account of the early life of Zeami Motokiyo (Oniyasha), the founder of modern Noh theater—the world's oldest surviving theater art—this coming-of-age artist's journey vividly brings to life a man far ahead of his time during one of Japan's most culturally and socially vibrant eras. (Source: Kodansha Comics) Note: World Is Dancing is streaming 3 days in advance of the TV broadcast on Prime Video and HIDIVE beginning June 29th, 2026. Regular broadcasting began on July 2nd, 2026.

After a fatal accident, overworked office worker Arihito Atobe is reborn in the Labyrinth Country as a Seeker with the rare Rearguard class—an all-purpose support role that excels in attack, defense, and healing. Joined by a fierce demi-human mercenary and his former boss, Arihito dives into deadly dungeons and rises through the ranks. The adventure of the strongest support class begins! (Source: Crunchyroll)

The story follows a fire-breathing, human-hating dragon raised by a mother cat in a forest. The dragon, known affectionately as "Uncle Wing," watches over the many curious cats — such as one that goes on an adventure with a human prince, and another that lives in the city and people-watches as a hobby — and gradually warms up to humans along the way. (Source: Crunchyroll News) Note: Each episode streamed 1 week early on ABEMA and dAnimeStore. The original TV broadcast started on July 4, 2026.

As maidens from the Five Clans battle for the Crown Prince’s heart, jealous Keigetsu uses forbidden magic to swap bodies with the beloved Reirin. Switching places does not guarantee happiness for Keigetsu with her new body's ill health leaving her hanging on the verge of death. Meanwhile, Reirin, now wearing the face of a scorned outcast, must answer for Keigetsu’s crimes in a dangerous trial. The unlikely pair become increasingly entangled in each other’s lives and they will need to work together to survive after discovering the dark conspiracies brewing beneath the palace's genial surface. To confront the deadly threats lurking in the shadows, Reirin must embrace her new identity and defy their expectations of the court's inept villainess. (Source: Crunchyroll)

“I will become the world’s most wonderful maid!” With her skirt fluttering in black and white, the girl shouted. Her name is Melody. A reincarnated former Japanese girl, she now pursues her dream in her new life, working as an all-purpose maid for a poor count’s family in the kingdom of Théolas. When she makes it, even cheap tea turns into a luxury brew, and a dilapidated mansion is quickly restored to new! Cleaning, serving, hunting, DIY—leave it all to her and her powerful magic. Unbeknownst to Melody, this world is actually an otome game, and she is the most powerful and invincible heroine, the saint! Yet, she remains oblivious to this fact. Romance with handsome men? Attacks by the Demon Lord? Work comes first! A fantasy of misunderstood work that unknowingly shatters destiny! (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment) Note: Heroine? Seijo? Iie, All Works Maid desu (Ko)! is streaming a week in advance of the TV broadcast on dAnimeStore and ABEMA beginning June 24th, 2026. Regular broadcasting began on July 1st, 2026.

To the empire, Prince Arnold is one big joke, a completely inept prince outshone by his more talented twin, Leonard. But in secret, Arnold operates as Silver, one of only five magic-wielding SS-rank adventurers on the continent. As the bloody battle for the throne intensifies after the crown prince’s death, Arnold pulls the strings from the shadows to crown his twin emperor to his own advantage. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Lady Carolina, the overlooked daughter of a powerful duke, has always believed herself to be the black sheep amid her illustrious kin. Her father is the distinguished prime minister; her elder sister, a prodigious mage destined to become their nation’s next Saint. In comparison, Carolina resigns herself to a quiet existence in their shadows until a sudden and unexpected royal decree alters her destiny, thrusting her into a political marriage with the formidable “Bloodthirsty Prince” of the neighboring Empire of Malcosias. Determined to prove her worth, Carolina takes a bold step into a world fraught with both political and mortal peril. As royal obligations intertwine with hints of true love and the stirrings of her own latent power, Carolina moves ever closer to understanding what it truly means to be exceptional. (Source: J-Novel Club)

Based on the novel series ONE PIECE novel HEROINES, one chapter, “episode : NAMI” is getting an anime adaptation. After buying a pair of shoes that end up hurting her feet, Nami returns to the shop feeling dissatisfied. There, she meets Lebno, the designer, who tells her, “I’ll make you a brand-new pair from scratch—but only if you’ll be my model.” The shoes are crafted by the artisan Miucha, leading to an unexpected and stylish encounter. (Source: Toei Animation)

Elizabeth Leiston, daughter of the influential prime minister, is a picture-perfect lady on the path to becoming the future queen of the Kingdom of Haldoria. But her life takes a sudden turn for the worst when her fiancé makes a show of publicly calling off their engagement. Soon after, he throws her in jail and starts spreading nasty rumors about her. The encouragement Elizabeth receives from her loyal waiting maid, Mireille, and her inner fury are all she needs to reconsider her goals. Why should she continue devoting herself to a country that doesn’t respect her when she can trample over it instead? She will get even with those who wronged her and bring down the damned kingdom, even if it’s the last thing she does! Luckily, Elizabeth is no damsel in distress and has seven powerful magic grimoires she won’t hesitate to use. Get ready because this ruthless lady is out for blood! (Source: J-Novel Club)

This exorcism is OMFFFFFFFFF!!!! Shizuka is a self-proclaimed ordinary high school girl who "only" sees ghosts. Using her unique ability to attract spirits, she works as an assistant to the famous psychic, Kamui. Though Kamui boasts overwhelming spiritual power, his exorcism methods are unprecedented...?! Will Shizuka, tossed about by supernatural disturbances, ever find peace? The curtain rises on "supreme" exorcism!! OMFFFFFFFFFG ALMIGHTY!! (Source: OceanVeil)

A Japanese-style ayakashi Cinderella story! "You're the bride I've been searching for all this time." The ayakashi and humans coexist in harmony. The ayakashi, having superior abilities and beautiful appearances, sometimes find their partner among human women, making them their "bride". The bride, in exchange for bringing prosperity, receives absolute love from the ayakashi. Yuzu is constantly compared to her sister, a bride of a demon fox, and is resented by her family every day. One day, when Yuzu just couldn't take things anymore, a man appears before her on a bridge. This man is the most beautiful man Yuzu has ever seen... and he's calling her his wife?! "Just be quiet and let me hold you." The most powerful, "cold-hearted" ayakashi is pouring his heart out for Yuzu?! (Source: MangaPlaza)

Princess Sapphire of the lost kingdom. Stripped of everything in her homeland, Silverland, by the calamity known as "Nergal," she arrived in Goldland at the very depths of despair. While carrying the weight of her past, she began to find a glimmer of hope through the kindness of the people. Yet, as if mocking her peaceful daily life, the calamity "Nergal" appears once more. The same despair that reduced her homeland to ashes is now threatening to steal the light from this land as well. "No more loss for me. No more loss for anyone.” Wiping way her fears of sorrow, the young girl takes up her sword. This is the story of a hero who ties her ribbon and resolves to defy fate. (Source: THE RIBBON HERO Official Site) Note: This anime is inspired by Osamu Tezuka's manga "Princess Knight”.

Following the broadcast of My Hero Academia Episode 170+1, the series' official website and accounts revealed that a new short anime adapting the "I Am a Hero Too" bonus chapter will tell the story of Eri as a high-schooler when it releases this summer. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Once the Demon King, now a shut-in NEET—Ryuusei Narukami’s second life is anything but peaceful! When Meteor Hanaori, the Hero who once defeated him, suddenly returns as a normal high school girl, his world is thrown into chaos. Determined to change, Ryuusei reenters society as a teacher and ends up teaching at her school! Their explosive reunion reignites the past—and sparks an unexpected love! (Source: Crunchyroll)

In an age when spies act behind the scenes in every land, Chloe spends her days successfully carrying out even the most difficult missions due to her unparalleled disguise skills and martial arts abilities. After the betrayal of her boss, she suddenly disappears—as Chloe plans to redo her life as the ordinary citizen Victoria in the neighboring kingdom of Ashberry, striving for a “normal” life. However, Victoria's peaceful life is abruptly cut short as she begins to get involved with many people. In this new land, her experiences and abilities from her days as a spy come in far more useful than she ever expected! On the other hand, the second prince--and others--take an interest in Victoria's strength, and the shadows close in on the woman with many faces… (Source: Yen Press)

Clouds blacken the sky and sheets of rain turn the mountain forest into a treacherous maze... A landslide crushes a razor wire fence, and buries a "NO TRESPASSING" sign... Two young siblings wander into a dark world where they do not belong, and a long, horrid shadow rears up to meet them- Anyway, so that's how we met Dara-san! She might look kinda scary, but just wait until you get to know her! "Look, I'm a god of misfortune, okay!? Aren't you kids gonna freak out about my grotesque visage!?" (Source: Yen Press)

Theatrical follow-up to Shibou Yuugi de Meshi wo Kuu. This is the story of a certain insane world. Player name: Yuuki. Occupation: Professional in deadly games. Overcoming the jinx known as the "Thirty Game Wall," which drastically reduces the survival rate of players, Yuuki continues her journey. A game where death is always close at hand. Next, she takes on a remote island in the middle of the ocean. Eight players have gathered there. Among them are seasoned veterans whom Yuuki knows. The game is "Cloudy Beach." Beyond the wall, only those who have crossed the wall remain. Today, once again, she makes a living playing deadly games. (Source: Official Site, translated)

Rin Takanashi, a caregiver in her thirties, was unceremoniously discarded as "trash" despite being summoned as a saint. However, as a lover of the great outdoors and all things camping, she was blessed with a special skill, "Survival," as well as another unique skill! Thus, a riveting tale begins: one of sweat, tears, and insatiable hunger as Rin, together with companions she picked up along the way, leisurely explores this parallel world and savours gourmet cuisine to her heart's content... Or so the story should have gone, but it looks like their road is going in an unexpected direction...?

Elsa, the daughter of a fallen aristocrat, receives news. It was a marriage proposal from Julius, a very elite nobleman. Elsa is wondering," Why would such a distinguished man marry me"? But after the wedding, Julius, who had been kind and gentle up to that point, changed completely! In a cold voice, he tells her," I have no intention of loving you". (Source: MangaPlaza)

After a mysterious hand drags her beneath a puddle, modern Japanese teenager Yuri awakens in the Hittite Empire of the 14th century BCE. Thrust into a deadly struggle for the throne, she joins Prince Kail to battle assassins, outwit royal conspiracies, and survive a world at war. As her exploits earn her renown as the goddess Ishtar, Yuri must choose between her old life and an uncertain future. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Miya is the illegitimate child of a prominent family. When her mother dies and her father’s estate agrees to take her in, she’s convinced she knows what awaits her in her new home: a life of servitude and misery at the hands of her wicked stepmother and stepsisters. Yet when she finally meets the women she expects to treat her like dirt, they actually end up being…sweet?! A hilarious and heartfelt comedy that’s sure to put a smile on your face! (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

Thirty years ago, the world was nearly destroyed by the sudden appearance of unknown "invasive alien species." Humans and these “invasive species” continue to vie for living space, and while humanity’s safety is currently barely secured, the world could be destroyed at any moment. Living in fear of death and destruction, people go about their daily lives as if trying to avert their eyes from danger and disaster. In this world, the United Nations Hazardous Species Investigation Agency, "EXCEEDS," has begun operations to ward off crises and disasters caused by invasive species. The story begins on the island nation of "Mizuho" in the Far East. Shina Hisase is a young invasive species extermination hunter living on a remote island. What incident will befall Shina, who wishes only to live quietly with her younger sister Setsuna, her sole remaining family member? Note: The first episode aired with a runtime of ~48 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.

The world’s first full-dive VRMMO, Sword Art Online—known as SAO. What was meant to be a dream come true has instead transformed into a deadly game where dying in the virtual world means dying in reality. Emirun and Rex, who once knew each other in the real world, reunite by chance within SAO. They join a scouting party to learn how to survive in this unforgiving world. One day, however, they encounter a mysterious PK (Player Killer) known only as the Black Swordsman. When Emirun rushes to the scene, she finds Rex collapsed in despair, and the Black Swordsman standing over him. The one who wiped out their entire scouting party—was the Black Swordsman. Determined to avenge their fallen comrades, Emirun and Rex seek out the legendary prodigy swordswoman Asuna, and begin intense training under her guidance. In a death game where even players turn against one another, what new beginning will these two reach at the end of their struggle…?(Source: Official Site, translated) Note: Released as part of the Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online's game limited edition.

On February 29, 2000, a group of Möbius meteorites fell down to earth. These meteorites brought new material called Möbius Dust, which dissolves in air and can cause miracles. The day the Möbius meteorites fell was dubbed 2.29, and the economic disparity in Japan increased dramatically after that day. A group of people fed up with the wealth inequality fought back with acts of terrorism. The police established a special group to fight against the terrorists and a school to train members for that group. (Sources: Comic Natalie, Live Chart)

First-year high school student Ai Yasumi lives on the island of Izu Oshima and loves reading manga. But after a certain turning point, she sets her sights on creating stories of her own! As she dives into the world of manga-making, Ai faces challenges, growth, and the excitement of chasing her creative dreams. Where will her creative journey take her? (Source: Crunchyroll)

The manga centers on high school student Ito Hazui. During her spring break at the end of her first year of high school, Ito's mother remarries, and Ito moves to live with her new family, becoming Ito Narita. Upon arriving at her new house, Ito is shocked to learn she now has four younger step-brothers. Ito tries her hardest to get along with all of the new members of her family, but the eldest brother Gen is a bit cold to her. However, under his aloof facade, he occasionally shows his kindness. (Source: Anime News Network)

The anime's story is set in the late 1950s and early 1960s, during the height of Japan's economic boom, when the circus is a major form of entertainment. Different circus troupes travel throughout Japan to perform and compete for a chance to participate in the world-renowned festival called "Circus Collection." One troupe called the "Sunflower Circus," led by its ringmaster Maria, travels around Japan to perform, despite struggling with financial difficulties. However, they meet a circus prodigy named Mizuka Tsurumaki. This is the story of a one-of-a-kind circus show of young girls with big dreams. (Source: Anime News Network)

Jan Akiyama, a cocky arrogant teenager wants to fulfill his grandfathers wish of defeating his arch nemesis Mutsuju Gobancho. When he arrives at the Gobancho restaurant he meets his granddaughter Kiriko Gobancho. Their rivalry is easily compared to Jan's and Kiriko's grandfathers, for Jan believes cooking is about competition and Kiriko believes cooking is about heart.

The second season of Kabushiki Gaisha Magi Lumiere.

Suddenly thrown together, a group of girls are now debuting as the virtual band, Mugendai Mewtype. They’ve got talent and personality, but no clue how to perform as one. Can they survive, let alone make it to the top in this unforgiving music world? (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of Hanazakari no Kimitachi e. Note: Hanazakari no Kimitachi e 2nd Season is streaming 1 week in advance of the TV broadcast on Prime Video and Crunchyroll beginning with episode 2 on July 2nd.

The year 1910. Iwamoto Kodou is a young boy who has successfully carried out many curious missions under the military's directive. His destinations lead to encounters with the strange, weaving tales of history that have yet to be told.

The story centers on two Tokyo high schoolers who connect over a painting of fireworks. They trace the painting to the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival in Niigata, one of Japan's three major fireworks festivals, and to a mysterious promise that connects the two to the past. (Source: Crunchyroll News, edited)

The horror comedy manga begins one fateful day when the cowardly (unnamed) protagonist meets Mechako, the leader of the "Kaikigumi" organization which is in charge of the ghosts and supernatural creatures scaring humans. The protagonist somehow takes part in the revival of the Kaikigumi, after which one bizarre (yet not scary) phenomenon after another crops up around him. (Source: ANN)

The second season of Bungou Stray Dogs Wan!

The second season of Azur Lane: Bisoku Zenshin!

One summer in the third grade, a quiet boy named Tsubasa meets Kyotaro, a boy everyone in the class looked up to, and the two become close friends. Within their small world, they share irreplaceable moments—until a small incident suddenly tears them apart. Spanning more than thirty years, this gentle, contemplative story invites the audience to reflect on the meaning of life through the paths their lives take. (Source: NOTHING NEW)

The 8-episode limited anime series is part of an all-new Star Wars: Visions Presents banner, which allows filmmakers to tell longer-form Star Wars: Visions stories. Picking up not long after the events of the Visions shorts, in the new series, Lah Kara continues to train in the ways of the Jedi under Margrave Juro amid an epic journey of self-discovery as she and Juro’s small fellowship of Jedi-in-training embark on a quest to save her father.

Based on a series of Chiikawa comics posted on X by Nagano from March to November 2023, known as the "Siren Arc". One day, while Chiikawa and Hachiware were relaxing in the square, Usagi suddenly appeared with a flyer stuck to its face. When Hachiware checked the flyer, it was an invitation reading “Special Invitation to a Special Island.” Lured by promises like “Get 100x rewards for simple island quests!” and “Limited-edition island ramen, exclusive sweets—sweet and spicy treats all practically free!”, Chiikawa and the others decided to go on the island retreat. Boarding the ship alongside Rakko, who was suspicious of the flyer's contents, the group landed on the island... only to find something waiting for them there...!? (Source: Official Site, translated)

The short is set in a coastal town in Kumamoto at the tail end of summer 1996. The 10-year-old boy Minato lives a precarious life with his drunkard father. Minato's only source of strength is Ben-chan, a goddess in the form of a young girl that appeared in Benten Island. The time he spends with her are the only times where he feels like himself. But when he is about to be separated from Ben-chan due to being sent to a children's home, Minato prays to a Shiranuhi, a mysterious light floating above the sea, to grant him one wish. His wish, filled with hatred towards his father, eventually becomes a curse. (Source: Anime News Network) Note: Initially teased at AnimeJapan 2024 in the CoMix Wave Films booth, a visual of this project was shown off with a description being a new animation project by a "rookie director".

Three ordinary schoolboys come into possession of a DVD that supposedly opens a gateway to a parallel universe, but when their backs are turned Pyontaro's little sister Futaba passes through and gets kidnapped by the aliens that have overrun that version of Earth! Discovering that their cartoonish bodies make them supermen in the hyper-realistic parallel universe, the boys set out to rescue Futaba. (Source: Kodansha USA)

The sequel to the legendary dodgeball manga Honou no Toukyuuji Dodge Danpei! In this modern version of the hot-blooded dodgeball story, Danpei's daughter, Danko, follows in his footsteps, struggling to build a dodgeball team with the strongest fighting spirit in the modern age of 2025! Can Danko overcome the apathetic attitude of today's world? (Source: Corocoro, translated)

As the illegitimate daughter of a count and his maid, Katrina was born into miserable circumstances. And now that she's lost her mother, the treatment from her stepsister and stepmother the countess has only grown worse. One day, her stepsister receives a royal order to move to the northern outskirts due to her unseemly behavior at a recent party. There, she is to learn proper conduct under the tutelage of the resident prince, rumored to be a cruel man. Not wanting to subject her daughter to such punishment, the countess decides to send Katrina instead. Katrina arrives in the north shaking in fear. But contrary to the stories, the "merciless and cold-hearted" prince is kinder than she believed. Might the pure-hearted Katrina find love in the wintry countryside? (Source: MangaPlaza)

Akihito is a college student obsessed with looks and sex, but he can't stand the handsome-yet-aloof Sae. Things come to a head when Akihito is shot down at a singles mixer by a girl who's set her romantic sights on Sae. Furious, he follows Sae to the hotel district where he learns Sae's secret: he's gay, and a bottom. Sae confesses he's been having trouble feeling pleasure from sex. Breaking through Sae's mental barriers is exactly the lovemaking challenge Akihito needed. It awakens something in them both. Will they ever be able to control themselves again? (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

The second part of Yoroi Shinden Samurai Troopers.

To commemorate the 61st anniversary of the original manga's debut: a new anime based on Shoutarou Ishinomori's Cyborg 009.

A short film only screened at the Cinema Orion at Ghibli Park in Nagakute. The film is set in Ghibli Park's "Valley of the Witches" and is the first original animated short film created by Studio Ghibli for Ghibli Park.

A weekly mini anime shown with each episode of Ushiro no Shoumen Kamui-san.

The second part of Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY. Note: Initially releases on Aug 14, 2026 as a limited theatrical pre-screening.

The second season of Youjo Shenki. Chibi parody of Youjo Senki.

The Nohara family go to Hiroshi's hometown of Akita to attend a famous fireworks festival during the summer. However, an incident causes youkai to escape from their land and will wreak havoc in Akita and in other areas throughout Japan. The Nohara family then go to the land of youkai and find themselves in a mysterious yet nostalgic world, where they go on an unpredictable adventure. (Source: Anime News Network)

Special short commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Bananya series. When I woke up, I was in an unfamiliar world. In front of me was a cat peeking out of a banana, a "Bananya." I couldn't believe my eyes. For some reason, my body was also made of a banana... (Source: TMS Anime Official YouTube Channel, translated)

Seventeenth season of Yami Shibai.

Set in August 1987, the story follows one day in the life of Tokko as she stays at home in a large house while her family is away. (Source: Anime News Network)

Pantan is a red panda who seeks to find the treasure thought to be in a rainbow star in the night sky, in order to keep a promise made to an adventurer long ago. When Pantan and Anpanman encounter each other, Anpanman lends his abilities to help out Pantan. (Source: Anime News Network)

Second season of Let's Roll, Cinnamoroll!.

Lotte's snack brand Pie no Mi animated series which will be released on Lotte's official YouTube channel, with one episode released each month.

Second season of TOMICA & TOM.

The anime centers on Kikkun, an extraterrestrial life form who came from a distant planet to invade Earth. But the invasion team members assigned in Japan finds the country comfortable, and now wants to protect Japan and Earth, forgetting their original motive. (Source: Anime News Network)

A short animation for Mob Psycho 100 to commemorate the anime series’ tenth milestone that debut at the “Mob Psycho 100 10th Anniversary Reunion Event" in Fukagawa Mirai Hall.