Winter 2022 Anime

After visiting the Rengoku residence, Tanjirou and his comrades volunteer for a mission within the Entertainment District, a place where desires are sold and demons dwell. They journey alongside the flashy Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, in search of a monstrous foe terrorizing the town. Sworn to slay creatures of the night, the hunt continues. (Source: Funimation) Note: - The first episode aired with a runtime of ~47 minutes. - The last episode aired with a runtime of ~33 minutes.

The war for Paradis zeroes in on Shiganshina just as Jaegerists have seized control. After taking a huge blow from a surprise attack led by Eren, Marley swiftly acts to return the favor. With Zeke’s true plan revealed and a military forced under new rule, this battle might be fought on two fronts. Does Eren intend on fulfilling his half-brother’s wishes or does he have a plan of his own? (Source: Funimation)

High schooler Wakana Gojou cares about one thing: making Hina dolls. With nobody to share his obsession, he has trouble finding friends—or even holding conversation. But after the school’s most popular girl, Marin Kitagawa, reveals a secret of her own, he discovers a new purpose for his sewing skills. Together, they’ll make her cosplay dreams come true! (Source: Funimation)

The second season of Arifureta Shokugyou de Sekai Saikyou. Transported to another world and left behind by his former friends, Hajime had to make his rise from literal rock bottom. It was in the labyrinth where he strengthened his weak magic and found several beautiful allies. Now after saving his classmates, he ventures for Erisen to escort Myuu and her mother. He'll fight and defeat anyone he has to in order to find a way home—including a god! (Source: Funimation)

Once upon a time in a far away land there lived a prince, a genius prince. The genius prince fought alongside his people and led them to a great many triumphs. However, truth be told, he just wants to let everything go and live in tranquility. (Source: Funimation)

His strength limited by the magical crest with which he was born, Matthias, the world’s most powerful sage, decides reincarnation is necessary to become the strongest of all. Upon his rebirth as a young boy, Matthias is thrilled to discover he’s been born with the optimal crest for magical combat on his first try! Unfortunately, the world he’s been born into has abysmally poor standards when it comes to magic, and everyone thinks he’s still marked for failure! Now it’s up to Matthias to prove everyone wrong…world’s strongest sage-style! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Japan’s post-apocalyptic wasteland replete with dust can only be saved by one thing—fungus. Bisco Akaboshi, a wanted criminal and skilled archer, searches for a legendary mushroom, known as Sabikui, said to devour any and all rust. Joining him on this epic saga to save the country is a giant crab and a young doctor. Can this unlikely trio find the fabled fungi and save the land? (Source: Funimation)

The second part of Genjitsu Shugi Yuusha no Oukoku Saikenki. Summoned to a fantasy world, Kazuya Souma is ruling a kingdom with a nontraditional (and very human) route of administrative reform. He’s tackling food shortages, mastering dark magic, and dazzling a few ladies along the way. Despite his latest good intentions, Kazuya breaks the ban on war to defeat a military dictatorship. Now, he must answer to the Gran Chaos Empire’s idealistic leader…uh oh. (Source: Funimation)

While Rudeus reunites with his father in Millishion, Eris sets out to fulfill her dream of slaying goblins. While at the Adventures' Guild, however, she encounters Cliff, a conceited young mage who threatens to spoil her adventure. (Source: Funimation) Note: An unaired special episode included in the 4th Blu-ray volume.

Miyano spends his days reading Boys’ Love manga and worrying about the soft features of his face. His world of fiction becomes reality when a chance encounter leads him to high school senior Sasaki in the middle of a fight. Now, Sasaki wants to spend every opportunity he can to get to know Miyano. And what was once admiration quickly turns into affection. (Source: Funimation)

It’s Komichi Akebi’s first year of junior high and she has her heart set on one thing: Robai Private Academy’s sailor uniform. As the next chapter of her life gets closer, she dreams of all the exciting new experiences she’ll get to have—school lunches, classes, club activities, and of course, making lots of friends! With her favorite outfit on, Komichi feels ready for anything. (Source: Funimation)

Two assassins face off. The cool bounty hunter Chateau and the mysterious and powerful Ryang-ha. Chateau and Ryang-ha become enemies after this fight—at least, they should have, but for some reason Ryang-ha takes a liking to Chateau and begins following her around. Little by little, Chateau develops a cooperative partnership with Ryang-ha, which gets her caught up in the struggle against the organizations hunting him down. Furthermore, that battle is related to her past as well. Two mismatched assassins weave together a twisted "Assassin X Assassin" thriller. The strange gears of fate begin to move. (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: The first episode had an early premiere at AnimeNYC 2021.

Childhood friends Tachibana Hinata and Jinguuji Tsukasa were living the everyday life of office workers. Then, on the way home from a mixer, they were sent flying into another world by a mysterious being. Once there, Jinguuji sees his best friend has been turned into a beautiful blonde-haired, blue-eyed girl...?! The adorableness of Tachibana’s female form completely flummoxes Tachibana. But these two are each others’ best friends. To keep their relationship from being destroyed, they must defeat the Demon Lord as quickly as possible and return to their original forms. (Source: Crunchyroll)

After being put on life support after a tragic accident, Keina Kagami's only freedom comes from the VRMMO RPG Leadale. One day her life support system shuts off and Keina passes away. When she wakes up, she finds herself in Leadale two hundred years in the future. As the high elf Cayna, with lost skills but incredible stats, she must forge relationships with the residents of this new world... which, shockingly, include the ""children"" characters she designed herself! A leisurely adventure tale is about to begin, featuring a girl transported to a game world and the smiles and tears she shares with her quirky companions! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Before there was Tooru and Kyou – there was Katsuya and Kyouko. Discover the turbulent beginning of Tooru’s mom’s dark past, and the man who breathed new hope into her. Watch the evolution of their love story and the birth of the Honda family, as this chapter completes the full adaptation of the heartwarming Fruits Basket story. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The second season of Princess Connect! Re:Dive.

At age 10, best friends Musashi and Kojirou sat in excited silence as Kojirou's father spun tales of evil demons who preyed on the innocent, and the warriors who defeated them. Practicing swordplay, the two swear an oath to become the strongest in the world, but as they grow up, Kojirou turns cynical, and Musashi comes to the realization that he can't overturn 150 years of demon rule on his own. He's being called a prodigy with a pickaxe, and he's almost ready to settle into a life of labor. Yet he can't shake the feeling that he is still has a responsibility to act... and soon, the injustices of his world will force his hand... (Source: Kodansha USA)

Kagami Sakimori plays as the great mage Danblf in his favorite MMO. He falls asleep after a night of testing new character appearances, but instead of waking up to a suspended game, he’s inside of Arch Earth Online—as a girl! Now named Mira, he must convince the game’s people that Mira is a pupil of Danblf, who vanished without a trace 30 years ago…and figure out how he got here. (Source: Funimation)

April 2095. A century has passed since magic was established as actual technology. The two siblings enroll at a prestigious school for magicians called the National Magic University Affiliated First High School, better known as “Magic High School.” Tatsuya, the older brother, is an “irregular” with a fatal flaw to his magic powers. The younger sister, Miyuki, is a star student with unmatched magical talent. Though they are now close enough to be mistaken as a couple, just a few years ago, the two had a dysfunctional relationship, where they were nothing more than a master and servant. One incident, however, alters their relationship forever. Three years ago in Okinawa, an unforgettable experience turns their souls and destinies on their heads. (Source: Funimation)

Note: An unaired episode included with the Vol. S Blu-ray/DVD.

Once upon a time, in a far, faraway place, there were two lands. The world was divided into an inner land and an outer land. People feared the outer land, inhabited by eerie beings, the carriers of curse. One day, on the border to the inner land inhabited by humans, one such being finds a girl on heaps of abandoned dead bodies. The girl says her name is Shiva and shows affection to the "being" who found her, calling him "Teacher." This is a story of two people—one human, one inhuman—who linger in the hazy twilight that separates night from day. (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: Originally released as a movie-length OVA. As streaming on Crunchyroll, it is split into 3 'normal' length episodes.

Nervous to meet her new stepdad, Hiyori heads to the place she always feels at home—the ocean. When a curious girl named Koharu shows up, Hiyori decides to teach her how to fish, just like her father did before he died. But after Koharu reveals she’s also meeting her new family that night, the girls come to a startling realization. Their friendship is about to reach a whole new level! (Source: Funimation)

The story centers on Mikoto Shiratori, a childhood prodigy at badminton, but who never recovered from a major loss during a high school competition. Now, he works in the sales department of the Sunlight Beverage company, playing badminton on the side. (Source: Anime News Network)

Enter the 24th Ward, a man-made island inside Tokyo Bay. Three of its inhabitants: Shuuta, Ran, and Kouki, have been best friends since childhood, but after a deadly incident, everything changed. A year later, reunited for the first time, they receive a mysterious phone call. On the other line is a familiar voice—from a friend who’s supposed to be dead. Together, they’ll have to save their home. (Source: Funimation) Note: The first episode was a 1-hour special.

The Wars of the Roses grip medieval England as the houses of York and Lancaster vie for the throne. Richard is the third son of the Duke of York, who plans to take the crown. Richard wants nothing more than for this to happen, but this innocent wish will plunge England further into the chaos of war. Meanwhile, Richard is struggling with a battle far more personal. (Source: Funimation)

Kuroitsu is an assistant researcher in the superhuman research & development department of Agastya, a villainous secret organization that battles with heroes who try to save the world. Kuroitsu lives a busy life in Agastya, caught between the absurd requests of her bosses; making presentations; implementing new features into superhumans; and getting results within the allotted time, budget, and spec requests; all without vacation. (Source: Anime News Network)

Note: Unaired episode included in the first Blu-ray volume. It's a special episode of Season Two and listed as the 13th episode of it, it was part of the Blu-ray boxset for Season Two. During a break in their journey, Shia asks Yue, who is skilled at magic, to teach her the tricks of magic. Tio and Myu wanted to join as well, but Hajime tries to stop them for some reason. Then Yue’s magic class begins. After that, Hajime and his friends decide to take a detour. they arrived to a town lined with many clothing stores, and they decide to buy some clothes that Myu likes. But what starts there is not shopping, but a clothing exchange between each other.

The anime is set in 2045, where the Internet and AI are commonplace even in space, and centers on a group of children stranded in space after a large-scale accident occurs in a space station. By using narrowband, social networking, and a drone that they can manipulate through smartphones and low-intelligence AI, they overcome many crises. (Source: Anime News Network) Note: Also released in Japan as a 2-part film series with the same content, the first part showing in theaters simultaneously with the worldwide Netflix release.

In the fallout of nuclear war, the last of humanity survives with the help of life-like androids known as Dolls. Built to serve, some fight in wars as Tactical Dolls or T-Dolls. Some of them and their newly assigned human commander are sent on missions to face a new rogue threat, Sangvis Ferri. (Source: Funimation)

Officer Mai Kawai has had enough! She’s sick of being a police officer—but just when she’s about to hand in her resignation, the arrival of a brilliant (and beautiful) ace detective named Seiko Fuji changes her mind. Will Fuji reignite Mai’s passion for policing? And will Mai uncover the mystery of why Fuji was transferred to this ordinary police box? (Source: Funimation)

In Neo Tokyo, disillusioned youth form tribes that battle each other in an intense game called Extreme Baseball. One night, two kids – Haru Shirogane and Taiga – meet the strongest XB Player Shun Kamiya. Haru and Taiga join Shun's group, the Minato Tribe, to play this cutthroat game against a mysterious man who has begun taking control of all the tribes. Can they defeat him before it’s too late? (Source: Funimation)

In the aftermath of a brutal war, former soldier Van toils in a mine controlled by the ruling empire. One day, his solitary existence is upended when a pack of wild dogs carrying a deadly and incurable disease attack, leaving only Van and a young girl named Yuna as survivors. Finally free, the pair seek out a simple existence in the countryside but are pursued by nefarious forces. Intent on protecting Yuna at all costs, Van must uncover the true cause of the plague ravaging the kingdom—and its possible cure. (Source: GKIDS) Note: The film received an early premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on June 14, 2021.

Animation included with the PLUS ULTRA version of the Boku no Hero Academia THE MOVIE: World Heroes' Mission Blu-ray/DVD release. The OVA is an adaptation of the "Hawks: SOOTHE" one-shot from the Vol. World Heroes booklet that was given out during the movie's theatrical run. Note: This animation received an advance limited screening run alongside the World Heroes' Mission movie in theaters from January 22 to 27th in Japan.

Teen misfits Roma, Toto, and Drop call themselves the “Don Glees”, an informal name for their backyard adventures. One day, when the trio gets blamed for a nearby forest fire, they set off into the woods to prove their innocence. As disaster strikes their expedition, tensions flare between the friends as they realize that growing up has taken them on wildly different paths in life. (Source: GKIDS, edited)

For the past 10-odd years, futsal has been booming across the world. After watching Tokinari Tennoji represent Japan in the U-18 World Cup, Haru Yamato aspires to be a player like him. He joins the Koyo Gakuen Futsal Club where he meets teammates Seiichiro Sakaki, a loner who refuses to pass the ball to anyone, and Toi Tsukioka, who is burdened by a past that nearly made him quit futsal for good. (Source: Funimation)

Based on an idol-training mobile game produced by Liber Entertainment and Pony Canyon.The brand-new voice actor office "AiRBLUE" has no track record or experience. Aspiring voice actors with rich individuality are signed on to the office. They do their best to achieve their dreams, but it's a tough world out there. No matter how much they practice, not everyone will pass the audition.(Source: Anime News Network)

Initially unveiled on the Pakatube! Channel's "Paka Live TV Vol.14 1st Anniversary Special!" stream, a special animation was shown commemorating the 1st anniversary of the Uma Musume: Pretty Derby mobile game starring Kitasan Black and Satono Diamond. The story begins at the entrance ceremony of the Tracen Academy in spring. Kitasan Black, still unaware of her dream, begins to pursue her aspirations with a clean slate, while Satono Diamond attempts to win the GI to fulfill her family's long-cherished wish. No one knows what the outcome of the race will be for both of them as they set off with their hearts full of hope. (Source: Crunchyroll News, edited)

1985, Yokosuka. Ryo Hazuki has trained to master the Hazuki Style Jujitsu under his strict father in the Hazuki Dojo from his childhood. However, one day a mysterious man named Lan Di murders his father and takes the “mirror” his father was protecting. Ryo is determined to find the truth behind his father’s murder, but soon finds himself getting stuck in a war between the underground organizations…. Traveling from Yokosuka to Hong Kong, Ryo’s long journey begins! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Shorts animations released for a limited time on Bandai Spirits YouTube channel.

"I want to experience a love that sparkles!" Arriving from Nagasaki with her wishful mantra is Tamaki Tsuru, who in high school could think only about volleyball. Things don’t begin well, however, when she looks for an extracurricular club to join and proceeds to immediately ding a glider at aviation club tryouts ending up having to work it off. She is initially disillusioned with campus life. Then Kuramochi, the club leader and glider pilot, takes Tamaki under his wing, and from the moment he takes her up for a flight in a glider, Tamaki becomes a captive of the vast beauty of the skies. (Source: Eleven Arts)

When the Three Kingdoms are ravaged by demons and monsters, four heroes with little in common must unite to fight the realm’s most vicious enemies. Together the heroes unveil an insidious conspiracy while sharing the joys and sorrows of battling a mysterious organization intent on tearing them and the kingdoms apart. (Source: Funimation)

After performing at the Budokan Live, the stage of their dreams, a mysterious woman appears before Kasumi and the others. Poppin'Party's next stage will be... overseas?!

The mysterious, delicious world of CooKingdom, which rules over all the cuisine in this world. CooKingdom has closely guarded the Recipe-Bon, in which it's written how to prepare any dish. But, oh no! One day, it gets stolen by the Bundoru Gang! The Bundoru Gang plans to monopolize everything for themselves, and their next target is the Cuisine Fairy Recipeppi... The Energy Fairies have come to Oishi-Na Town in the human world in search of the Recipe-Bon. With their help, an unexpected turn of events leads to three ordinary girls transforming into Pretty Cures! (Source: Crunchyroll)

A girl who fell from the skies and lost her past Deemo who plays the piano all alone in the world of the treehouse an accidental encounter between the two. The music flows as the fingers hit the piano keys. The start of a fairytale journey has begun... 'Before turning to leave, don't forget to say one last goodbye.' (Source: Anime News Network)

Special episodes of the Pocket Monsters anime distributed initially on Amazon Prime to promote the release of Pokémon LEGENDS: Arceus. When Satoshi, Pikachu, and friends receive a mysterious message from the phantom Pokémon Arceus, they meet up with their old friend Takeshi and head to Mount Tengan to investigate. There, they find a rampaging Heatran and the group responsible—Team Galactic, previously thought to be dismantled. The team’s commanders are determined to find their missing leader by opening a gate between dimensions. With a trio of Legendary Pokémon and Sinnoh Champion Shirona on their side, our heroes have a lot of help, but they’ll need all they can get to save Sinnoh! (Source: Pokemon.com)

Maigahara Music College Affiliate School Maigahara Senior High (abbreviated MaiMai). At this academy where the most talented musicians from around the country gather, a rumor starts to circulate: Put on a great performance at the school festival and you can earn an extra credit. Believing the rumor to be true, Serina, a student who is in danger of flunking, decides to start a band! Together with Aliciana, Nazuna, Nagi, and Naru, the girls’ world brightens up as they perform, enjoy sleepovers, and even cosplay! But will they be able to perform well enough to earn the rumored credit? The story of a laid-back, everyday girls’ band begins! (Source: Tokyo Otaku Mode)

The "Project Sekai Anniversary Festa 2021" event announced on Sunday that production on a mini anime adaptation of Sega's Project Sekai: Colorful Stage! feat. Hatsune Miku smartphone rhythm game has been green-lit. The 10 planned episodes of Petit Seka (Puchi Seka) will stream for free on YouTube. (Source: Anime News Network)

The story depicts the lazy, unhealthy daily life of Kawashiri, who loves alcohol and anything greasy, salty, or sweet.

When the monstrous Gyumaoh was defeated by the war god Nataku Taishi and imprisoned in Houtou Castle, an era of peace began in the land of Togenkyo. Now, hundreds of years later, those seeking to resurrect Gyumaoh have unleashed a plague upon the world. The wave of negative power generated by his attempted resurrection has driven youkai to the brink of insanity. To save humanity from violent slaughter, Kanzeon Bosatsu sends Son Goku, Genjou Sanzou, Sha Gojyo, and Cho Hakkai to the west in order to prevent Gyumaoh from rising once again. (Source: Sentai Filmworks)

In the present day, the world is in turmoil due to an "unprecedented disaster". A young man living in Tokyo, Suzushiro, has a secret he cannot tell anyone. That secret is that he can stop the time around him despite his thoughts. One day, he meets a girl named Nazuna who has the same "power". When he learns that she is being used in a crime, he impulsively reaches out to help her. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The tenth season of Yami Shibai.

Ensemble Square - a brand new building in the middle of the city where countless people come and go. It’s home to four offices belonging to idols who spend their days singing and dancing. Films starring the Ensemble Square idols have been nominated for the Idol Film Festival (IFF), an annual festival held in New York City, and representative idols are selected to attend. The boys jet off to NYC to attend the festival and reception party, and afterward, head out on the town to see the sights and sounds. But a suspicious shadow is creeping up on them… (Source: Tokyo Otaku Mode)

In the galaxy far far far away, there is an interplanetary road called Milky☆Highway. To kill time during a weekend, Makina the cyborg and Chiharu the super human decide to go for a drive. Wherever those troublesome friends drive, there is always a danger! Not smart, not tear-jerking, not touching. The only two words that can describe this discount cyberpunk story is Speedy and Unprecedented!! (Source: YouTube)

Features the battle scenes from the Initial D Legends films with a new soundtrack, in a similar fashion to the Battle Stages. While the original films featured a J-Rock soundtrack, this film features a Eurobeat soundtrack.

To celebrate the fifth anniversary of Bushiroad's mobile rhythm game BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!, a two-episode special anime will be aired and streamed simultaneously. The story of the special anime centers on "CiRCLE THANKS PARTY!", an event to thank the fans who have supported the bands since the days of the live house CiRCLE. The 35 girls scramble to prepare for the event, which will include food stands and live performances. And then, Kasumi and the others decide to perform a new song together at the live... (Source: Crunchyroll, edited)

Long ago, this land was home to beasts the size of mountains that have now become petrified. Mana overflowed from their remains, drawing people who sought its power, and civilizations sprang up. People came to revere these mana-producing creatures, which they named 'Primordial Beasts'. They built their lives around them. Thus began the worship of the Primordial Beasts. Time flowed ever onward, to the present day... War erupts between the Jerle Federation, an alliance of countries who worship the Primordial Beasts, and the Gildllan Empire, which has enjoyed explosive development thanks to advanced technology. The fires of war burn ever brighter. The special animated feature will tell an important juncture in the story of Luminaria, congealing and bringing to life the game's theme of "confronting antagonistic ideas of justice"! (Source: Official website)

Hisoka was an orphan who was raised by Yukitaka, the present head of the worldwide Jinsei Corporation, with the help of his right-hand man Daisuke. He was adopted for the sole purpose of working both publicly and secretly for his daughter Orihime, who was next in line to inherit the business. That’s why he did not hesitate when he was asked by Yukitaka to attend the same school as her and serve as her bodyguard in secret. The only problem was that her school was the refined Saint Ceral Girls’ Academy, which was closed to boys. He didn’t know it at the time, but it would be a major turning point in his life.

The anime adaptation of Rusted Armors, a multimedia project that first started with a stage play and a manga adaptation. The project focuses on the relationship between the gun-toting Magoichi — who is the leader of the Saika Ikki mercenary group — and the Sengoku era warlord Oda Nobunaga. (Source: Anime News Network)

Aogami High School collapsed due to undetermined circumstances. Several details of the accident remain mysterious, including reported involvement by numerous students and staff members, a reported large earthquake occurring but not registered in the records of the Japan Meteorological Agency, and the number of missing persons not matching the student list. Your first day at a new school. You have just finished greeting your classmates and are seated in front of them, taking a curious look. Class is almost over and recess is about to begin. At first glance, it looks like an ordinary high school. But... Aogami High School has had its share of so-called school ghost stories. One of them is that "if you don't treat the new student well, bad luck will happen". And then... (Source: Official Site, Translated)

Daniel Arsham × Pokémon collabrative animation. This animated short is directed by Kunihiko Yuyama (chief director of the original Pocket Monsters anime) and was initially shown off at Daniel Arsham's "A Ripple in Time" art exhibition in Tokyo. Note: A minute-long preview was previously released on January 27, 2022 in Pokemon's official YouTube channel.

One day during summer vacation, a palm-sized alien named Papi appears from a small rocket that Nobita picks up. He is the president of Pirika, a small planet in outer space, and has come to Earth to escape the rebels. Doraemon and his friends are puzzled by Papi's small size, but as they play together using the secret tool "Small Light", they gradually become friends. However, a whale-shaped space battleship comes to earth and attacks Doraemon, Nobita and the others in order to capture Papi. Feeling responsible for getting everyone involved, Papi tries to stand up to the rebels. Doraemon and his friends leave for the planet Pirica to protect their dear friend and his home. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The year is 20XX. The ninja, who once forged the history of Japan, were scattered across the country during the Meiji Restoration. As these ninja mingled with the other clans, their bloodline thinned, and they gradually faded from sight. The descendants of these ninja clans, seeking to preserve their heritage, formed the WNA (World Ninja Association) in the hope of carrying on their legacy. And so it was that the WNA succeeded in developing Ninja-Gum, an art which could summon forth the strength of the Shinobi. And yet creating the most powerful Ninja-Gum requires the strongest of ninja DNA. So it was that the Ninjala Tournament was held, that the mightiest of all ninjas could be found... (Source: Official Game website)

A series of comedic YouTube shorts airing every Friday on Watame's YouTube channel. Notes: - Episodes 1-21 (Series 1) were originally released in a vertical format, later rereleased widescreen in 8 compilation videos. - Contains special episode "Best Girl？！スペシャル回！！！"

Chibi short dramas featuring the characters of Kumicho Musume to Sewagakari in the lead up to the 2022 premiere of the TV anime. Posted on the Kumicho Musume to Sewagakari Official YouTube channel and Twitter.

Picture drama included with the ODDTAXI Blu-ray release.

A new 3D anime featuring VTubers from hololive production's HOLOSTARS branch! Note: episode count includes the announcement animation released before episode 1.

The anime depicts the "smart city" envisioned by Kyocera, where everyone can comfortably and safely live with the use of advanced technology, and it also depicts the worries of job seekers. The anime's title and theme reflect both the vexing issue of how to describe Kyocera's extensive business in just one word, and the mood of job seekers vexed by the interview question, "If you had to describe yourself in one word, what would it be?" (Source: Anime News Network)

The second season of mini animations featuring characters from Kyokou Suiri, posted on the official Twitter account.

The Ishinomori Manga Museum released an animated short directed by Takuya Inaba based on Shotaro Ishinomori's semi-autobiographical and wordless manga Jun: Shotaro no Fantasy World. The short was inspired by Ishinomori's hometown of Ishinomaki wishing to pay tribute to the work while also paying tribute to the ongoing rebuilding and recovery of Ishinomaki from the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami of March 2011. (Source: Crunchyroll, edited)

A second series of shorts featuring chibi versions of the Machikado Mazoku characters released on the anime's Twitter.

The story takes place in 2014 and follows Mafuneko, a new hire at the "Tokyo Hajikko Television" company. The anime follows the hard struggles behind the scenes at making television content. (Source: Anime News Network)

Anime special to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Okayama International Circuit.

World-renown animator Masami Oobari directs a special KOF XV animated short using his unique and iconic style. Check out your favorite KOF XV characters kicking butt in this awesome animated video! (Source: YouTube video description, edited)

In Bakugan: Evolutions, fan-favourite Bakugan heroes – including Drago, Trox, Pegatrix, Hydorous, Howlkor and Pharol – return stronger, faster and better than ever! Strange occurrences begin to happen in the new action-packed season; elemental energy from Vestroia is seeping into Earth, creating strange phenomena and causing Bakugan to rage out with excess energy! It’s not all bad though, as our heroes realize the Vestroian elemental energy is also causing elemental evolutions among our Bakugan! Along with these new evolutions comes a new breed of elemental brawlers, propelling the Awesome Brawlers to adapt and in effect, take Bakugan brawling to a whole new level, unlocking even more awesome powers and evolutions! Once again, the fate of two worlds, Earth and Vestroia, rests in the hands of the Awesome Brawlers and their Bakugan partners.

Mini animations featuring the characters from Heroine Tarumono!: Kiraware Heroine to Naisho no Oshigoto posted on the official HoneyWorks Anime Twitter account.

A series of animated commercials directed by Naoko Yamada. Includes: 1) きっかけは、キットカットで。(Feb 21, 2022) 2) きっかけは、キットカットで。娘と母の心をつなぐきっかけ (Oct 3, 2022)

The most beautiful! A coming-of-age litter-picking tale! In the near future, litter-picking has become a competitive sport as popular as soccer. Akari stands out the least in her class, but one day she meets Tokio—a charismatic SpoGomi competitor blessed with an overwhelming amount of talent and popularity. Thus starts a coming-of-age story that involves young people from around the world, united via SpoGomi and the aim to create towns, rivers and oceans free of garbage. (Source: SpoGomi Official Website) Note: Premiered on MAL's Official YouTube channel before the Japanese release on various streaming platforms set for April 2022.

A historical fantasy that unfolds a mysterious story between a high-school girls – Akari, Sarah and Tsubasa – and Satto, the king of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

The third season of Onmyouji: Heian Monogatari.

The story centers on a 10-year-old girl named Shirushi Nishizumi who lives in the city, and the alien she meets after it crash lands in Inzai. The alien needs "Aruaru Energy" to be able to power back up its spaceship.

A special animated short that released alongside the 20th tankoubon volume celebrating the manga reaching 100 chapters.

Short collaboration anime between Ore, Tsushima and Na Mo Naki Nezumi, released on the Asmik Ace and Na mo Naki Nezumi YouTube channels.

The story centers on Pearl, the prince of the Glitter Kingdom, who is preparing to become king. After he leaves the kingdom to go to Challenge Island, a situation causes the kingdom to lose its precious glitter. Shimajirou and friends set out with Pearl, who lacks self-confidence, on an adventure to find three keys to save the kingdom. (Source: Anime News Network)

The anime presents topics from the list of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) such as global warming, food waste, and gender equality, in an easy-to-understand manner. (Source: Anime News Network)

Unveiling NoriPro's VTuber 3D animation NoriPro Anime! Animation, voice acting, and scenario are all completely created from scratch! (Source: Tsukudani Norio via Twitter, translated)

Centers on a penguin who works in an abusive company and gripes about the difficulties of workplace life. The title is a play on the "koutei penguin," the Japanese name for the emperor penguin. (Source: Anime News Network) Note: Part of TV Tokyo's Kinder TV program.

An anime adaptation of the Ensembukubu Stars! manga. These shorts will screen with the Ensemble Stars!!: Road to Show!! film and the short will change each week during its theatrical run.

A promotional anime made for Gifu Prefecture.

Supplementary lesson by Mickey and Oliver released exclusively on the Tesla Note Blu-Ray box.

Short animation depicting the day before the events of the Miko Note mobile game (which is now defunct).

The anime is related to the #BeyondGender project, which aims to foster a society where people can live as they are, without being bound by social and cultural gender differences such as "masculinity" and "femininity." The anime follows Mii, who has daydreams and thoughts triggered by questions about mind, body, and life. Professors of developmental psychology, gender theory, sex education, and other related subjects are supervising the program.

Short anime that aired as part of Niigata Sogo Television's variety program GataTube (潟ちゅーぶ).

The sequel to Cosmo Samurai. A part of Toonami's Total Immersion Event (T.I.E.) for 2022.

Anime centering on the everyday struggles of the lackeys of Shocker, the villain organization in the original Kamen Rider series. (Source: Anime News Network)

Based on book 66. Zorori, Ishishi and Noshishi become agents and producers of a promising but troubled singer named Hippopo and help her on her way to stardom.

Prologue episode of Inou no AICis, aired as a TV special.

The live-action Tokyo MER: Hashiru Kinkyuukyuumeishitsu medical drama series got a short anime to commemorate the series' movie announcement. It portrays the characters as animals. (Source: Anime News Network)

A special to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Ojarumaru.