Winter 2022 Anime

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 part of Shingeki no Kyojin: The Final Season.

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)

The second season of Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest.

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)

His strength limited by the magical crest with which he was born, Mathias, the world’s most powerful sage, decides reincarnation is necessary to become the strongest of all. Upon his rebirth as a young boy, Mathias 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 Mathias to prove everyone wrong…world’s strongest sage-style!

(Source: Crunchyroll)

After being put on life after a tragic accident, Keina Kagami's only freedom comes from the VRMMO RPG Leadale. One day her life system shuts off and Keina es 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)

The King of Natra has fallen ill, leaving the only hope for his kingdom to his son, Prince Wein Salema Arbalest. Known to be capable and wise, he is the perfect candidate to become the prince regent. However, if the prince has anything to say about the matter, he would rather sell off the Kingdom of Natra to the highest bidder!

Since he wields the authority of the throne, no one can stop Wein from auctioning off the country and using the profits to retire in comfort. All he needs to do is raise the value of the small kingdom to maximize his gains. But whether Wein's grand plan will succeed remains to be seen, as his wit often sures even his own expectations—much to the benefit of the oblivious citizens of Natra.

(Source: MAL Rewrite)

The time is near future-Tokyo, Japan in 2040. Reito, a young man suffering from an intractable disease, vows to reunite with his childhood friend Erisa and decides to "cold sleep" to cure her illness. When he wakes up five years later, the world was undergoing a major transformation. The MK (Male Killer) virus kills 99.9% of men on the planet. The ground was a super harem with 5 billion women for every 5 men.

(Source: Crunchyroll)

Note: The series was originally scheduled to release in the Fall 2021. Delayed last minute, episode 1 aired as scheduled on October 8, 2021 as a "special advanced broadcast" with the rest pushed back to Winter 2022.

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)

Note: The first episode received an advance release on Kadokawa's YouTube channel on December 19, 2021 and on Funimation's YouTube channel on January 7, 2022. The regular TV broadcast started on January 12, 2022.

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)

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. ing 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)

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.

The second cour of Vanitas no Carte.

It’s 19th-century Paris, and young vampire Noé hunts for the Book of Vanitas. Attacked by a vampire driven insane, a human doctor called Vanitas tempts Noé with a mad crusade to “cure” the entire vampire race. While allying with him may be dangerous, news reaches Vanitas that the Beast of Gévaudan has returned, and Noé is being brought along to investigate this phantom from the past.

(Source: Funimation)

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)

The second season of Princess Connect! Re:Dive.

The of the Gourmet Guild—Yuuki, Kokkoro, Pecorine, and Karyl—continue to scour the world in pursuit of their goal to seek out all delicious food in existence. However, as their adventures progress, the mysteries behind Yuuki's memories, Karyl's allegiance, and Pecorine's heritage begin to come together—seemingly forming the truth that makes up the world's very foundation.

(Source: MAL Rewrite)

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)

The third season of Karakai Jouzu no Takagi-san.

Nishikata hasn’t endured years of pranks for nothing. Every battle of wits with Takagi brings him one step closer to turning the tables and making her blush, and now Nishikata waits for the perfect opportunity to win adorable, glorious revenge.

(Source: HIDIVE)

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)

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 iration quickly turns into affection.

(Source: Funimation)

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)

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. Now, an elite team comprised of T-Dolls are sent to face a new rogue threat, Sangvis Ferri. Leading them into battle is their new human commander, M4A1.

(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 ion for policing? And will Mai uncover the mystery of why Fuji was transferred to this ordinary police box?

(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 istrative 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)

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)

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.

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)

The story centers on Mikoto Shiratori, a childhood prodigy at bton, 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 bton on the side.

(Source: Anime News Network)

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)

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 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)

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 s the Koyo Gakuen Futsal Club where he meets teammates Seiichiro Sakaki, a loner who refuses to 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 acting talent agency AiRBLUE has neither seasoned pros nor famous stars. What it does have is a group of trainee voice actresses whose individualism and personality shines through their inexperience. Each one is looking for a way to harness her talents and make her dreams come true!

However, sooner or later, all these dreams will run up against the harshness of reality. No matter how devotedly they practice, not all the candidates can every audition.
Can they endure through anguish, setbacks, and discord? If the hurdles all trainees must face trip them up, can they recover and rise again?

The story of these fledgling voice actresses is now ready for the director to call “action!”

(Source: Pony Canyon USA)

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)

Sequel to Saiyuuki Reload Blast.

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)

Cookingdom is a delicious happy world run by cooking. One day, the Recipebbons, the treasured power with which they cook with, are taken by the phantom thief Capture Gang! Next, they're after the cooking fairies, Recipeppis...!!

The Energy Fairies arrive at Oishiina Town in search of the Recipebbons and by chance, three ordinary girls become Pretty Cure! They'll get back the recipebbons, protect everyone's smiles, and defeat the Capture Gang!

(Source: Pretty Cure Wiki)

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)

Sequel to Bakugan: Geogan Rising.

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.

(Source: Corus Entertainment)

At Maigahara Music College School Maigahara Senior High (abbreviated as MaiMai) that gathers the most promising musical talents, there's a rumor circulating among students. "If you give an amazing performance at the school festival, you get special extra credit (or so they say)." Serina's grades are not very good, so she immediately believes the rumor and decides to form a band.

(Source: Anime News Network)

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

(Source: Anime News Network)

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.

The tenth season of Yami Shibai.

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 centering on the everyday struggles of the lackeys of Shocker, the villain organization in the original Kamen Rider series.

(Source: Anime News Network)

After a few years after Girls2 legendary live "Tsunagu Tsunagu" at the Girls Arena, the challenge of girls aiming for the top begins again. To enter St. Girls Square Academy, there is a training studio called "GaruSt" where many girls go. At one of the GaruSt's, 6 girls gather at the Harajuku Takeshita Street studio. Their name is "Lucky2". It's a story of growth, brilliance and appeal as they unite. They aim to the audition to get into St. Girls Square Academy. 6 small lights create a new miracle!

(Source: GL² Family Wiki)

Note: It was broadcast in parts from Monday to Friday every week on the TV Tokyo network program "Oha Suta", with a total of 50 parts. The parts were put together at the end of the week to create a full episode. The first part of the first episode aired on January 10.

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)

The second season of Akachan Honbuchou.

The third season of Titipo Titipo.

Yuta Okkotsu is a nervous high school student who is suffering from a serious problem—his childhood friend Rika has turned into a curse and won't leave him alone. Since Rika is no ordinary curse, his plight is noticed by Satoru Gojo, a teacher at Jujutsu High, a school where fledgling exorcists learn how to combat curses. Gojo convinces Yuta to enroll, but can he learn enough in time to confront the curse that haunts him?

(Source: Viz Media)

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)

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.

The story centers on the two boys named Rouma and Toto. The boys meet when Rouma moves from Tokyo to the countryside, which he cannot grow accustomed to. But when he meets Toto, they become a duo, naming themselves "DonGlees." Eventually, Toto was supposed to move out to Tokyo for school, but on the summer of their first year of high school, they meet Drop, a new addition to DonGlees, who invites them to "view the world from above." When Rouma and Toto follow Drop, they become involved in a forest fire that gets blamed on them, and go off in search of a missing drone that has evidence of their innocence. A small incident becomes an important, life-changing journey that culminates in Iceland.

(Source: Anime News Network, edited)

The story centers on Tamaki Tsuru, who was on sports teams throughout her entire school life until high school, but is instead seeking an active romantic life once she enters college. However, a turn of events puts her on the path to ing her university's glider club at college.

(Source: Anime News Network)

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)

The final episode of the third season of the BanG Dream! anime revealed on Thursday that the franchise is getting three theatrical films in the next two years. BanG Dream! Poppin' Dream! is slated to open in 2022.

(Source: Anime News Network)

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 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 official Twitter for Nagabe's The Girl from the Other Side: Siúil, a Rún manga revealed on Friday that the manga will get a "longform anime" project. The anime will ship as an original anime DVD (OAD) bundled with a bonus volume of the manga that will ship on March 10, 2022.

(Source: Anime News Network)

Note: Originally released as a movie-length OVA. As streaming on Crunchyroll, it is split into 3 'normal' length episodes.

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, 2022 in Japan.

Sequel to Otome wa Boku ni Koishiteru: Futari no Elder.

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.

(Source: VNDB, edited)

OVA included in the Blu-ray/DVD release of the third "Girls und Panzer das Finale" film.

One day at Oarai Girls High School, the five of the Anglerfish Team are looking for a student named Jane, who belongs to the Agriculture Department, to deliver some documents of the Student Council. After unfamiliar horse riding, they finally arrive at the Agriculture Department building, where they meet Jane, who seems to be ready for battle with a gun in her hand. According to her, she is in the middle of chasing the "Arch Villain of the Century"...!

(Source: Crunchyroll)

New Initial D Movie: Battle Digest is a compilation film in the New Initial D Movie series. It features the battle scenes from the Initial D Legends films with a new soundtrack, in a similar fashion to the Battle Stages.

(Source: Initial D Wiki)

One day, manga author Shin Karino is greeted by four-year-old Kotarou Satou, his new next-door neighbor, who gifts him a box of tissues. In Karino's eyes, Kotarou is an odd kid: he speaks in an extremely formal manner, and he lives alone in his apartment—no parents or relatives in sight. But Kotarou neither seems to mind, nor wants to rely on people.

Feeling sympathetic toward Kotarou's circumstances, Karino decides to follow Kotarou to a bathhouse in case something might happen to him and there he comes to understand the little boy is not so different from him. Little by little, Karino—along with the other residents of the apartment complex—grows fond of Kotarou and his antics. At the same time, Kotarou himself might have found something akin to a family in his unique neighbors.

(Source: MAL Rewrite)

The sequel to Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These Second.

As Yang is ordered to appear before the Free Planet Alliance, he’s shaken by the corruption he discovers. Meanwhile, Marshal Reinhardt uncovers disloyalty under his command as an upstart iral launches a vicious offensive to retake the Iserlohn Fortress. Struggling to make strides in this never-ending bloody war, these two finally see their true enemy lies not from without—but from within!

(Source: Crunchyroll)

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.

Weekly animated comedy shorts featuring Holostars' VTubers.

The fourth season of Aggressive Retsuko.

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)

A series of comedic YouTube shorts airing every Friday on Watame's YouTube channel.

Notes:
- Episodes 1-21 were originally released in a vertical format, later rereleased in widescreen in 8 compilation videos.
- Contains special episode "Best Girl？！スペシャル回！！！"

The third season of Onmyouji: Heian Monogatari.

Special episodes of the Pokémon 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)

Chibi animations posted on the official Aharen-san wa Hakarenai Twitter .

A devastated world ──Androids and robots live there."Poppy" is an android that looks like a human.Android "Punkun" who is not interested in human.One night, a star fell in front of them looking up at the sky ...

FUZI's original work "The Missing 8" born from the Music video is made into a web animation.

(Source: YouTube description)

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

Introductory Picture Drama episodes released online prior to the TV anime debut.

Short specials ed to the official Twitter of the anime Machikado Mazoku: 2-choume.

Includes an extra collaboration episode with Mahoutsukai Reimeiki, as well as four episodes that promote Blu-ray volumes.

The story centers on a human girl named Mashiro, who was saved by the demon chieftain, Shuten Douji. To become his food, she marries him at the age of 17 when she is ready to be eaten. But on the other hand, Shuten Douji loves her deeply and has no intention of using her as food. They misunderstand each other because they love each other too much.

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)

Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty, the latest expansion set for the Magic: The Gathering collectible card game by Wizards of the Coast, releases in Japan on February 18, 2022, and to celebrate the new set an AMV-style trailer has been released that features animation production by WIT Studio and maxilla, and music by TK from Ling Tosite Sigure.

The song featured in the the trailer is entitled "Scratch (with Koshi Inaba)", and it features Koshi Inaba as a guest vocalist.

(Source: Crunchyroll, edited)

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)

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.

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.

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People who just died first visit the death office. There, the final destinations of the deceased, who died for various reasons including suicide, murder, and disease, are decided. Shimura works at the death office.

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

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.

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A promotional anime made for Gifu Prefecture.

The anime short depicts the feelings of two warlords, Takenaka Shigekado and Tamehiro Hiratsuka, who were both comrades in the service of the Toyotomi family but became enemies during the Battle of Sekigahara. The anime focuses on the relationship the two men had with the famous military strategist Takenaka Shigeharu, who served as the advisor for Toyotomi Hideyoshi.

(Source: Anime News Network)

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

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)

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)

April 2095. A century has ed since magic was established as actual technology. The two siblings enroll at a prestigious school for magicians called the National Magic University d 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)

Special episode bundled with the fifth Blu-ray and DVD volume.

Unaired episode 13 included with the Blu-ray release of Ganbare Douki-chan.

Unaired episode 13 included with the Blu-ray release of Getsuyoubi no Tawawa 2.

An original anime that's centered around golf.

A letter is delivered to Lord El-Melloi II informing him of a Clock Tower reunion. One morning, as the reunion's date draws near, Lord El-Melloi II takes a look in the mirror and reels in shock. He is suddenly a full decade younger! Lord El-Melloi II has become Waver Velvet, his former self! Believing himself to be in the grip of a powerful, magically induced delusion, Lord El-Melloi II immediately begins investigating how this could have happened. On the day of the reunion, he makes his way to the gathering of his contemporaries, planning to confront whoever transformed his body and hoping to reveal their intentions. However, when Touko Aozaki arrives, things take a sudden turn...

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Note: The special edition was broadcasted in the Fate Project New Year's Eve TV Special 2021.

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)

A promotional video coinciding with the release of the sixteenth Bakemonogatari manga volume.

Note: Initially shown off at the Ito Oogure's "Oh! Great Exhibition" in 2021.

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

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 ed 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...

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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.

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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.

Music video animated by Riri Yamashita for the song I Wanna by Minato Aqua.

Animated music video directed by Zemyata for the song Senkou by Roselia. This song is a collaboration with Eve who composed and wrote the lyrics for the track.

Witness stunning animation featuring Cygames all-stars locked in a blood-pumping action sequence. The characters come from both games and anime produced by the company, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in May 2021. This video is a collaboration between CygamesPictures, Inc. and SCOOP Music. Together, they bring us a vivid crystallization of Cygames magic. Keep your eyes peeled for more exciting content from Cygames as it pursues its corporate vision of being "the best in entertainment."

(Source: Official Youtube Channel)

A music video from Project Pochama for the song Piplup Step by Serph featuring Zun, animated by coalowl.

Animated music video for RAISE A SUILEN's CORUSCATE -DNA-.

Music video directed by Sou Miyazaki for the song Aisai by Eve.

Music video animated by Wannyanpu for the song Tenshi no agape performed by Amane Kanata.

Music video directed by Takashi Ishida for the track My Song by Tsunomaki Watame.

Note: The song featured in this music video is also used as the theme song to the TV Asahi program "music-ru TV".

Music video animated by Hideki Inaba for Infinite Blue by Billain.

A special animation MV It'll be fine! featuring Piplup has been released! It's a special medley that connects the ending theme of the anime Pokemon Diamond & Pearl.

(Source: YouTube)

Music video animated by Amebiyori for the original song Omoikou by Uruha Rushia.

Animated music video directed by JINO for the song Repaint by RAISE A SUILEN. This song is a collaboration with Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas who composed, arranged, and wrote the lyrics for the track.

Music video animated by Marie Yasui for the song Sugar Loss by Wanuka. The track and music video is apart of Morinaga & Co.'s "DARS CHOCOLATE MUSIC LABEL" collaboration campaign.

Music video directed by OSRIN for the song Chameleon by King Gnu.

Music video directed by Yuma Saito for the song Dilemma by DECO*27 featuring vocals by Hatsune Miku.

Music video for the song Datte Kyou made Koiwazurai by BMK.

Note: The song featured in this music video also serves as the second ending theme of the anime Digimon Ghost Game.

Music video directed and animated by Masanobu Hiraoka for the song Darkroom by Dios.

Music video for the song Sincereality by DADA GAUGUIN.

Music video for the song Ki no Uta by Dannie May.

Music video animated by Azarasi for the song Parasite Piano by Yuu Miyashita.

Music video directed by 1024 for the song Parasite by DECO*27 featuring vocals by Hatsune Miku.

Music video for the song Ain't Seen Nothing Like This by Rad Cat. The song was made for Arknights to commemorate the release of Dossoles Holiday in the global server.

Music video animated by Gko for the song Sode no Quilt by ZUTOMAYO.

A music video for the song “Talk with God” by moeki, directed by Mirai Mizue.

Music video animated by Sora Tsushima for the song MERMAID by Jin.

Note: There exists two versions of this song; one a self-cover by Jin on his official YouTube channel, and the other version with vocals by KAFU, which released on February 25, 2022.

The ideal Valentine's Day gift is inarguably chocolate, neatly packaged in a box tied with a red ribbon.

In the morning, a schoolgirl carries boxed chocolate in her bag, nervous yet determined to deliver it to its intended recipient. By night, however, she has not followed through with her goal. There is still hope, as all she needed was a day's worth of time to muster up some courage. Overcoming her hesitation, the girl sends a decisive text message.

(Source: MAL Rewrite)

Music video for the song Mayday by Tsukuyomi.

Music video directed by NNNuventus for the song NEUROMANCE by RIM.

A music video for the song Omoide ni Hanashikakete Mita by Kazuo Zaitsu that was featured on NHK's Minna no Uta Program.

Music video for the song Kruel Kreator by TOPHAMHAT-KYO.

Music video animated by Kouhei Kadowaki for the song Parallel World by Amatsuki.

Music video directed by banishment for the song konomachi ni hare wa konai by Minami.

Music video directed by Maho Tomono for the song Kimi to Soda by Airi Miyakawa. The video is a mix of live-action and animation.

Music video for the song Inochi wa Dare no Mono by Kami-sama, Boku wa Kizuite Shimatta.

Music video for the song Hotaru wa Inakatta, directed, animated, and musically written by Harumaki Gohan, featuring vocals by Hatsune Miku.

Music video for the song Futsuu to wa by Tokyo Jihen that was featured on NHK's Minna no Uta program.

Music video directed by Asuka Dokai for the song Shiori by Mafumafu.

Note: The song featured in this music video was also used as theme song for the live-action film Kimi ga Otoshita Aozora.

Snailchan helps a ghost get his treat!

Music video for the song Christmas of a Wandering Ghost by Snail's House.

Music video animated by Taise Uchida for the song Battou by Maigo Hanyuu, featuring vocals by KAF.

Music video for the song Ame yo Ame yo Fure by 100kaiOuto.

Music video animated by Ai Niina for the song Suki Datta (Hazu Datta) by Macaroni Enpitsu.

Music video animated by Riri Yamashita for the original song Amagami by Kuzuha.

Music video directed by Densuke28 for the original song ALGO by NITRO MICROPHONE UNDERGROUND.

Music video for the song The Grown Dinosaur by Shannon.

Music video for the song Tooboe featuring Hatsune Miku, produced by KAMURA.

Music video for the song Tricologe by NILFRUITS.

Note: There exist two versions, one sung by Hatsune Miku and the other by flower

Music video directed by Shouhei Koga for the song My Last Day by the band Yourness.

Music video for the song Zurui Maboroshi by Meychan.