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Anime of the Year 2023-II Spring - Tengoku Daimakyou


Nightmare came true as in the absence of masterpieces need to choose among above average works that I watched to the end. And I'd rather nominate serious Tengoku Daimakyou than ecchi harem.
 
1. Kimetsu no Yaiba: Katanakaji no Sato-hen Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc 鬼滅の刃 刀鍛冶の里編  [ufotable] (Finished 1/11)
Tags: Shounen Historical Action, Fantasy
For centuries, the Demon Slayer Corps has sacredly kept the location of Swordsmith Village a secret. As the village of the greatest forgers, it provides Demon Slayers with the finest weapons, which allow them to fight night-crawling fiends and ensure the safety of humans. After his sword was chipped and deemed useless, Tanjirou Kamado, along with his precious little sister Nezuko, is escorted to the village to receive a new one.
Meanwhile, the death of an Upper Rank Demon disturbs the idle order in the demon world. As Tanjirou becomes acquainted with Mist Hashira Muichirou Tokitou and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, ferocious powers creep from the shadows and threaten to shatter the Demon Slayers' greatest line of defense.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
2. "Oshi no Ko" [Oshi No Ko] 【推しの子】 [Doga Kobo] (Finished 3/11)
Tags: Seinen Reincarnation, Showbiz Award Winning, Drama, Supernatural
In the entertainment world, celebrities often show exaggerated versions of themselves to the public, concealing their true thoughts and struggles beneath elaborate lies. Fans buy into these fabrications, showering their idols with undying love and support, until something breaks the illusion. Sixteen-year-old rising star Ai Hoshino of pop idol group B Komachi has the world captivated; however, when she announces a hiatus due to health concerns, the news causes many to become worried.
As a huge fan of Ai, gynecologist Gorou Amemiya cheers her on from his countryside medical practice, wishing he could meet her in person one day. His wish comes true when Ai shows up at his hospital—not sick, but pregnant with twins! While the doctor promises Ai to safely deliver her children, he wonders if this encounter with the idol will forever change the nature of his relationship with her.
For me first 82-minute episode is a fetish work no better than My Life as Inukai-san's Dog. From second episode it becomes detective investigation with some idol and acting and school SOL. But I'm not interested in story or characters or interactions or anything here, really, so I better drop it.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
3. Jigokuraku Hell's Paradise 地獄楽 [MAPPA] (Finished 3/13)
Tags: Shounen Gore, Historical, Samurai Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Sentenced to death, ninja Gabimaru the Hollow finds himself apathetic. After leading a blood-soaked life, Gabimaru believes he deserves to die. However, every attempt to execute him inexplicably fails. Finally, Sagiri Yamada Asaemon, a fledgling member of a famed executioner clan, is asked to take Gabimaru's life; yet Sagiri makes no move to kill him as requested.
Insisting that Gabimaru will not die because of his love for his wife, Sagiri instead offers him the chance to obtain a full pardon for his crimes. If he can travel to the island of Shinsekyo and obtain the Elixir of Life—which supposedly grants immortality—and bring it back for the shogun, then his freedom will be assured.
But of the many who have traveled to Shinsekyo in search of the mythical Elixir, not a single person has returned sound of mind, if at all. Though unaware of the numerous dangers ahead, Gabimaru decides to accept the offer—alongside ten other death row convicts—in hope that he and his wife may finally live in peace.
Just battle royale with useless supernatural elements.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
4. Mashle Mashle: Magic and Muscles マッシュル-MASHLE- [A-1 Pictures] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Shounen Gag Humor, Parody, School Action, Comedy, Fantasy
In this magical world, one is easily identified as having magical abilities by a distinctive mark on their face. Those unable to practice magic are swiftly exterminated to maintain the magical integrity of society. However, deep within a forest lies an anomaly in Mash Burnedead, who can be found pumping iron with one arm and lifting a cream puff with the other. This aloof boy with superhuman strength—but no magical abilities—leads a quiet life with his father, far removed from society.
Mash's peace is soon disturbed when the authorities discover his lack of magical powers. They issue him an ultimatum: compete to become a "Divine Visionary," which would force everyone to accept him, or be persecuted forever. To protect his family, he enrolls in the prestigious Easton Magic Academy, which only the most elite and gifted students are allowed to attend. Now, Mash must overcome his shortcomings as a magicless being and surpass the other students—relying solely on his muscles.
Don't even know where to start. It's such a ridiculous parody mashup with OP protagonist that every second cries wrong to me.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
5. Tengoku Daimakyou Heavenly Delusion 天国大魔境 [Production I.G] (Finished 13/13)
Tags: Seinen Adventure, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Fifteen years ago, disaster struck human civilization, and now dangerous man-eating monsters roam the ravaged lands, posing an existential threat to the remaining survivors. Amid this turmoil, an isolated facility shelters children and nurtures them in peace. However, as a few among them find out about the world beyond the narrow periphery of their nursery's walls, their curiosity about it slowly grows.
Meanwhile, in the outside world, young survivors Maru and Kiruko band together to search for a special place called Heaven, each for their own reasons. Carrying past burdens and tragic secrets, the two hope to find answers to the cruelty they have experienced in their lives and in the world, which still remains in tatters.
I kinda like post-apocalypse, so endured through it. But not sure why for as it's aimless wandering for the most part and just being lucky eventually. There are some post-apocalyptic stories scattered and some main plotline of genesis and supernatural monsters. It lacks story integrity for a masterpiece, but I'm also not fond of protagonists, weird supernatural elements and even unneeded body transfer.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
6. Dr. Stone: New World  [TMS Entertainment] (Finished 1/11)
Tags: Shounen Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi 
With the ambitious Ryuusui Nanami on board, Senkuu Ishigami and his team are almost ready to sail the seas and reach the other side of the world—where the bizarre green light that petrified humanity originated. Thanks to the revival of a skillful chef, enough food is being prepared for the entire crew, and the incredible reinvention of the GPS promises to ensure safety on the open sea.
Preparations for the upcoming journey progress swimmingly until Senkuu receives an eerie message from a mysterious source. More driven than ever, the scientist sets out to explore the new world and discover what it can offer for his scientific cause. Though the uncharted territories may hide unkind surprises, Senkuu, with a little help from science, is ready to take on any challenge.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
7. Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999 山田くんとLv999の恋をする [Madhouse] (Finished 7/13)
Tags: Video Game Romance 
After her boyfriend breaks up with her for another girl, college student Akane Kinoshita wrestles with a broken heart and the memories he left behind. Loading up Forest of Savior, the MMO they used to play together, she forms a plan to get back at her ex-boyfriend through an in-person event for the game. In the process, she runs into someone unexpected: Akito Yamada, a gaming legend who just happens to be her guildmate.
Desperate for support, Akane ropes the asocial Yamada into helping with her scheme and lending her a shoulder to cry on. The differences between Akane and Yamada soon become apparent as they spend time together, yet they cannot help but notice each other's inner qualities. As the two gain more experience with one another in and out of the game, their tentative acquaintance may level up in a way neither expects.
I could not miss mature romance with otaku tilt, but this otaku tilt was not as significant as desired. Romance also was not that great as a largo portion of it is from rather ordinary girl point of view, and cool male lead kinda melts soon. It felt good and I wanted to watch it to the end initially, but got bored. Romance itself is rather bland here, and male lead is not that good to pull everything while can't say I like any side characters or female lead.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
8. Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Bakuen wo! KonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World! この素晴らしい世界に爆焔を! [Drive] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Comedy, Fantasy 
Megumin is a young and passionate wizard from the Crimson Demon Village, a remote community of mages with red eyes and a flair for the dramatic. She has devoted her life to mastering explosion magic, a powerful but impractical spell that leaves her drained of mana and unable to move for the rest of the day. Regardless, she refuses to learn any other skills.
Along with her childhood friend and self-proclaimed rival, Yunyun, Megumin enrolls in the Red Prison: a prestigious academy for Crimson Demon magic users. There, she learns more about the secrets and history of her clan, as well as the threats and challenges they must face. As she polishes her power at the Red Prison with the help of her loyal familiar Chomusuke and her adorable little sister Komekko, Megumin aims to become the greatest explosion wizard of all time!
Sidequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
9. Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu The Dangers in My Heart 僕の心のヤバイやつ [Shin-Ei Animation] (Finished 3/12)
Tags: Shounen School Comedy, Romance
Kyoutarou Ichikawa may look like a shy and reserved middle school student, but deep within his heart is a bloodthirsty killer. His ultimate desire is to see his classmate Anna Yamada's beautiful face writhing in pain before he ends her life. But this fantasy may never come to fruition, as Ichikawa starts to see an entirely different side to Yamada.
Often seeking refuge in the library, Ichikawa frequently runs into Yamada. It is during these encounters that Ichikawa realizes his model classmate is actually an airhead who can never read the room. As they spend more time together, the boy cannot help but feel not only a sense of endearment toward the very girl he wishes to murder but also a desire to protect her at all costs. Is it possible that this sudden change in Ichikawa's perspective could lead to something more?
Bastard son of Aku no Hana and Tonari no Seki-kun, at least for beginning episodes. And I don't really see what to like here. I definitely don't like airheaded heroine and psycho male lead or any side characters. Story is moving slowly to some kind of romance, but I don't see why I should care in the least. Tonari no Seki-kun style commentaries were ok, but I'd rather watch Seki-kun or any other teasing anime, really 
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
10. Isekai de Cheat Skill wo Te ni Shita Ore wa, Genjitsu Sekai wo mo Musou Suru: Level Up wa Jinsei wo Kaeta I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too 異世界でチート能力を手にした俺は、現実世界をも無双する ~レベルアップは人生を変えた~ [Millepensee] (Finished 1/13)
Tags: Isekai, School Action, Adventure, Fantasy
All his life, Yuuya Tenjou has been the subject of resentment and contempt from everyone around him, even from his parents. To make matters worse, his grandfather—the only person who ever showed him affection—suddenly dies, leaving Yuuya truly alone.
Despite facing many adversities, Yuuya does what he can to offer kindness to those who need it—but even the most good-natured people can only tolerate so much abuse. Just when he reaches his breaking point, a flicker of hope appears in the form of a hidden door in his bathroom.
This door provides two-way access to an abandoned house in another world, where he instantly gains game-like stats and skills. Moreover, the house once belonged to a sage, which gives Yuuya access to remarkable weapons, equipment, and crops with extraordinary effects. With these newfound blessings, the once-undesirable Yuuya may just reach his true potential and become unstoppable.
OP MC with cheat skills forming his harem is deadly boring, and MC getting OP in real life is even more dull. I'm not supporting this tasteless stuff.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
11. Skip to Loafer Skip and Loafer スキップとローファー [P.A. Works] (Finished 3/12)
Tags: Seinen School Drama
In order to pursue her dream of bringing positive changes to Japan, Mitsumi Iwakura leaves her countryside town to attend a prestigious high school in the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. As she has already mapped a clear life plan, she has absolute confidence that there will be zero mishaps from then onwards.
Despite her ambitious promise, the country girl ends up running late on the first day when she gets lost on her way to school. Fortunately, she meets a fellow first-year student, Sousuke Shima, who is in the same situation and offers to go with her. They eventually make it to school, but the misfortunes do not end there, as Mitsumi leaves an unfavorable first impression in front of her classmates.
Nevertheless, the class soon takes notice of her friendship with Sousuke despite their opposing personalities. Only time will tell whether Mitsumi will be able to forge fruitful relationships with her classmates, and she will certainly not be alone.
I need to like characters or story, sadly, but I don't. There is one nice side-character, that's why it's above average score, but that one can't pull it all alone.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
12. Tonikaku Kawaii 2nd Season Tonikawa: Over The Moon For You Season 2 トニカクカワイイ [Seven Arcs] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Shounen Comedy, Romance
In the wake of their first home burning down, Nasa and Tsukasa Yuzaki are seeking temporary shelter at the Arisugawas' bathhouse. Though they have only been married for a short time, their relationship has only become sweeter by the day. Nasa is determined to spend as much time with his wife as possible, basking in the happiness of their marriage.
The newlyweds find new ways to explore their relationship. From adopting a cat, going to an amusement park, and even watching an impromptu romantic comedy featuring Nasa's former teacher, every day is a new experience. But while Tsukasa continues to meet the people in Nasa's life, Nasa has yet to meet more of Tsukasa's family. Though they appear to be the picture-perfect couple to everyone around them, Nasa begins to wonder if he will ever learn more about his wife's mysterious past.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
13. Dead Mount Death Play デッドマウント・デスプレイ [Geek Toys] (Finished 3/12)
Tags: Seinen Reincarnation Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
A powerful necromancer known as the Corpse God dies during a legendary battle, only to be reborn as Polka Shinoyama, a young boy in modern-day Tokyo. In the process of trying to adapt to his new physical body, he gets targeted by various groups that deal with the supernatural. Among them is Misaki Sakimiya, a high school girl who can see spirits and is out for his blood from the very moment they meet.
Attempting to make sense of this situation where unknown parties want him dead, Polka eventually meets Takumi Kuruya, a contractor skilled in surveillance and hacking, and Lisa Kuraki, a crime boss operating out of Shinjuku. Alongside these—and other unexpected—allies, Polka braves danger to reveal the truth of his reincarnation and the fate awaiting the world he now lives in.
OP MC, survival, running away or supernatural occult elements... don't even know what dislike more. And after three episodes no strong concept showed up, so this aimless mess just is not worth my time.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
14. Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia Insomniacs After School 君は放課後インソムニア [LIDENFILMS] (Finished 1/13)
Tags: Seinen School Romance
High schooler Ganta Nakami has trouble falling asleep most nights. As a result, he is irritable at school, always searching for an opportunity to find a secluded place to doze off. On the other hand, Isaki Magari is a free spirit who is well liked by her friends, but no one is aware of her sleep disorder. She makes use of the school's abandoned astronomy club observatory as her secret sleeping bunker when she needs to get some shut-eye.
As fate would have it, Nakami finds Magari napping in the observatory. When Magari discovers that she and Nakami have something in common, she offers to share her secret sleeping spot with her fellow insomniac. As the two find warmth in each other's company, the struggles they face start to become easier to confront.
When I hear astronomy club, I start to feel drowsy as it never worked out for me. And this one is no better, totally useless for me.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
15. Kaminaki Sekai no Kamisama Katsudou Kamikatsu: Working for God in a Godless World 神無き世界のカミサマ活動 [Studio Palette] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Seinen Isekai, Parody Action, Comedy, Fantasy
Under the belief that the omnipotent god Mitama will come to save him, Yukito Urabe participates in a ritual to become the new leader of his father's cult. But when the boy drowns during the ritual, he wishes to be reborn in a world without gods or religion.
Reawakening in a completely different world devoid of spirituality. He meets a deviant girl named Aruaru, who introduces him to her village. However, his idyllic image of this world's society is short-lived when he witnesses a public group suicide and learns of the country's end-of-life system: at any moment, the government may order any citizen to die.
Aruaru and her sister are forcibly taken for execution soon after, prompting Yukito to rush to their rescue—but to no avail. In a moment of desperation, Yukito recalls his father's teachings and utters a prayer for Mitama to save them. Seemingly answering his call, a little girl descends from the sky and annihilates everyone who harmed Yukito and his friends. To Yukito's surprise, the girl introduces herself as Mitama.
Lots of fooling around, fanservice and our beloved cheating with modern appliances in fantasy environment.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
16. Mahoutsukai no Yome Season 2 The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 魔法使いの嫁 SEASON2 [Studio Kafka] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Shounen Mythology, School Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Apprentice mage Chise Hatori is invited to enroll at the College, a prestigious learning institution for sorcerers, to examine and look for a way to remove the curses she bears. Despite the reluctance of her groom, Elias Ainsworth, Chise accepts the proposal, as she believes attending the school might help her minimize her self-sacrificing tendencies.
From the get-go, Chise grabs the attention of her classmates and professors alike, who have never seen a mage in action before. However, there is a sinister plot brewing behind the College's back, and the young mage will have to determine who is friend or foe in order to put a stop to it.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
17. Tensei Kizoku no Isekai Boukenroku: Jichou wo Shiranai Kamigami no Shito The Aristocrat's Otherworldly Adventure: Serving Gods Who Go Too Far 転生貴族の異世界冒険録~自重を知らない神々の使徒~ [Magic Bus, EMT Squared] (Finished 3/12)
Tags: Harem, Isekai, Reincarnation Action, Fantasy, Romance
On his way to a convenience store, Kazuya Shiina tries to defend two young girls from an armed assailant, only to end up getting stabbed himself and dying on the spot. This good deed allows him to be reborn with all his memories in another world as Cain von Silford, the third son of a margrave.
When Cain turns five, a baptismal ceremony in the church grants him an audience to the seven gods who preside over the world. Not only do the gods fill him in on the circumstances of his reincarnation, but they also give Cain their respective divine protections—allowing him to use cheat-like abilities in swordsmanship, magic, and many other aspects.
With these blessings, Cain sets out to live a fulfilling life that he deems a dream come true. However, it soon becomes clear that the gods have more plans for him than just a haphazard bestowal of overwhelming power.
Your average OP cheat skill MC gathering harem, now since five year old... one of the worst of the kind.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
18. Isekai Shoukan wa Nidome desu Summoned to Another World for a Second Time 異世界召喚は二度目です [Studio Elle] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Harem, Isekai Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
There was once a man who was summoned to another world, and saved it. Of course, he became too popular there, and turned into an isekai-normie. However, that man fell into a "trap" and was forcibly returned to his original world. Moreover, he had to start over as a baby!
This is the story of the way-too-fantastic ex-hero who lived as a gloomy high-schooler, as he gets summoned once again to that same other world in a very unexpected development!
Harem is a serious red flag that makes everything worse, but it takes only one episode to realize that this is trash level with fetishes and OP protagonist.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
19. Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu Why Raeliana Ended up at the Duke's Mansion 彼女が公爵邸に行った理由 [Typhoon Graphics] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Fantasy, Romance
When, after her sudden death, Rinko Hanasaki is reborn as Raeliana McMillan, she is not sure whether to curse her luck. Raeliana was a minor character in a novel Rinko read, and as the eldest daughter of a nouveau-riche baron, she led a carefree life until her unfortunate demise at the hands of her fiancé, Lord Francis Brooks. To avoid her destined fate, Raeliana is determined to end her engagement with Francis.
However, when Francis refuses to break things off, Raeliana decides to seek help from someone of higher standing and approaches Duke Noah Wynknight—the novel's male protagonist. Using her knowledge of the plot, Raeliana captures the duke's interest by proposing a deal: she will not expose his secrets if Noah agrees to act as her fiancé. Little does she know that getting involved with a duke who only shows his true colors around her may lead to more than she bargained for.
Another reverse harem not marked properly 
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
20. Otonari ni Ginga A Galaxy Next Door おとなりに銀河  [Asahi Production] (Finished 2/12)
Tags: Seinen Childcare, Otaku Culture Romance, Supernatural
Ichirou Kuga has suddenly found himself taking on the responsibility of caring for his two younger siblings after their father's untimely death. To make ends meet, Ichirou rents out rooms in the apartment complex he inherited and works full-time as a shoujo manga artist. However, his manga sales are low, his assistants have recently left, and deadlines are fast approaching.
As stress threatens to overtake Ichirou, salvation comes in the form of an extremely competent novice artist, Shiori Goshiki, who becomes his new assistant. With her skills, they are able to tide over the difficult situation, and things begin looking up. But in a bizarre accident, a supernatural experience unfolds between Ichirou and Shirou, which leads her to declare them engaged.
With this seemingly innocuous action upending his life, Ichirou now has to manage his new and peculiar relationship with the mysterious girl, all the while following his own passion and fulfilling the duties that rest on his shoulders.
There was already chilcare anime with grown-up manga artist Kakushigoto let alone works with similar jobs like Barakamon. Only meanioning this, because Galaxy Next Door has strong competitors and needs to be really exceptional to stand out. Moreover, childcare works rely on child cuteness the most. Supernatural elements don't add credibiity. No matter how I look at it, Glaxy Next Door struggles to compete even with similar works that never got a masterpiece from me, so it can't be evaluate highly.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
21. Ousama Ranking: Yuuki no Takarabako Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage 王様ランキング 勇気の宝箱 [Wit Studio] (Finished 1/10)
Tags: Adventure, Fantasy 
"A treasure chest of unspoken courage is opened."
The special is described as a collection of shorts, showing past instances of courage and personal growth by the cast of Ousama Ranking.
Side story.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
22. Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni. 2 In Another World With My Smartphone 2 異世界はスマートフォンとともに。 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Harem, Isekai Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Touya Mochizuki grows accustomed to his new life in another world. Armed with his trusty smartphone, the teenager accepts small quests at his leisure while spending time with his new fiancées: Yumina Urnea Belfast, Yae Kokonoe, and twin sisters Linse and Elze Shileska. But even in a relaxing environment, Touya is only beginning to understand the responsibilities that come with these engagements.
In addition to his romantic woes, the elder fairy Lean wishes to locate the remaining pieces of Babylon, the floating island that the mysterious Professor Regina Babylon created five thousand years ago. Touya reluctantly accepts her request and seeks out the teleportation circles that will lead to the islands. However, strange monsters have emerged—possibly powerful enough to destroy the world. In order to save the second life he was given, Touya must weaponize ancient technologies to fight these monsters—all while balancing his overwhelming number of relationships.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
23. My Home Hero マイホームヒーロー [Tezuka Productions] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Seinen Adult Cast, Organized Crime Drama, Suspense
Tetsuo Tosu never expected his daughter, Reika, to be a victim of domestic violence. Suspecting that her yakuza boyfriend, Nobuto Matori, is the perpetrator, Tetsuo decides to investigate him and his associates. But as he searches for evidence at Reika's apartment, the father learns that his daughter is not the first victim and that a worse fate awaits her.
When he is discovered by Nobuto, Tetsuo ends up killing him in the ensuing fight. Assisted by his wife, Tetsuo hides the body in fear of retaliation from the yakuza. To add to the misfortune of the Tosu family, Nobuto happens to be the son of the mafia's head. Considered to be prime suspects behind Nobuto's disappearance, Tetsuo and his wife will have to deploy all their ingenuity to protect their daughter from the yakuza and their ruthless investigation.
Detective suspense mystery where yakuza fight and abuse civilians at broad daylight with countless eye-witnesses... Well, it's not the genre I can enjoy, so won't even try to go on as it totally lacks any appeal or credibility for me.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
24. Megami no Café Terrace The Café Terrace and Its Goddesses 女神のカフェテラス [Tezuka Productions] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Shounen Adult Cast, Harem Comedy, Romance, Ecchi
After his grandmother Sachiko passes away, Hayato Kasukabe returns from Tokyo and inherits her cafe—Familia Café Terrace. He aims to demolish the cafe and convert it into a parking lot, only to discover that his grandmother had taken in five girls prior to her death.
The girls—Ouka Makuzawa, Akane Hououji, Riho Tsukishima, Shiragiku Ono, and Ami Tsuruga—evidently shared a deep bond with Sachiko, and they naturally refuse to give up the place they call home. They convince Hayato to change his mind, albeit reluctantly. Through this encounter, Hayato eventually remembers his past with his grandmother as well as his love for the cafe.
Now resolved to carry on his grandmother's legacy, Hayato enlists the girls to act as the "goddesses" that will ensure the preservation of this precious abode.
I'll be blunt - I doubt I can rate any ecchi harem highly. And since utter trash is average level of such genre representatives, this one can be regarded above average.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
25. Yuusha ga Shinda! The Legendary Hero Is Dead! 勇者が死んだ!  [LIDENFILMS] (Finished 12/12)
Tags: Harem, Parody Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Ecchi
The Gates of Hell reopen, throwing the world into chaos and setting demons free to terrorize the land once again. These troubles seem irrelevant to quirky villager Touka Scott—until a demon attacks Yuna Eunice, his childhood friend. Luckily, the legendary hero Sion Blandan arrives in the nick of time to strike down the vile creature. Unfortunately, Sion soon dies after accidentally falling into a trap Touka set to defend his radish farm.
Anri Haysworth, Sion's necromancer companion, resurrects the hero by transferring Touka's soul into Sion's corpse. Now possessing the body of the legendary hero, Touka is tasked with resealing the Gates of Hell and defeating the demons that threaten peace. Together with Yuna and Anri, Touka copes with both his new reality and Sion's heroic legacy as he embarks to save the world.
Two ecchi harems in a row, but this one does not feel that bad due to strong parody side. But with lecher MC and random development story it's far from masterpiece either.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
26. Isekai One Turn Kill Neesan: Ane Douhan no Isekai Seikatsu Hajimemashita My One-Hit Kill Sister 異世界ワンターンキル姉さん ~姉同伴の異世界生活はじめました~ [Gekkou] (Finished 4/12)
Tags: Seinen Isekai Comedy, Fantasy
While saving a child from harm, otaku Asahi Ikusaba is transported to another world and believes he has reincarnated with cheat skills similar to those of the characters from his favorite games and novels. Unfortunately, reality strikes when an encounter with a powerful monster shows that he is still nothing more than an average person.
In this moment of extreme danger, Asahi instinctively calls out to his overly doting sister, Maya, who appears out of nowhere, possessing the overpowered abilities he thought he had. Maya is ecstatic to see her brother again and resolves to use her newfound powers to protect Asahi no matter what.
Together, the close-knit siblings attempt to find a way back home while enjoying their new lives. However, it soon becomes clear that their arrival in this world may have had a purpose. With the Demon King's overwhelmingly powerful army approaching, no one but Maya seems to be able to stand in its way.
Will do as something thematic to kill time. But it's nowhere near noteworthy.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
27. Kidou Senshi Gundam: Suisei no Majo Season 2 Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Season 2 機動戦士ガンダム 水星の魔女 [Sunrise] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Mecha, School, Space Action, Sci-Fi
After surviving a brutal terrorist attack on Plant Quetta, Suletta Mercury returns to dueling at the Asticassia School of Technology, while Miorine Rembran sits at her injured father's side, waiting to see if he will recover. As the residents of Earth House are preoccupied with their respective troubles, two members of Dawn of Fold—the perpetrators of the attack—secretly infiltrate the school, putting Suletta and her friends at risk.
At the same time, Prospera, Suletta's mother, approaches Miorine to propose the continuation of "Quiet Zero"—a project headed by Miorine's father that can allegedly end all war. Prospera seems to be another political figure with hidden, opposing motives, and whether she truly has Suletta's well-being at heart remains to be seen.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
28. Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Punch! くまクマ熊ベアーぱーんち! [EMT Squared] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Isekai Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Ever since moving to an in-game world after countless hours of VRMMO grinding, Yuna now calls Crimonia—the city where she started—home. While maintaining her reputation as a renowned adventurer, she continues to manage her businesses; but most importantly, Yuna spends time with the people she has grown to love. Nevertheless, this world has a lot more to offer the carefree adventurer. It is up to Yuna to discover these wonders, and perhaps help more people in need as she encounters their various plights.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
29. Niehime to Kemono no Ou Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts 贄姫と獣の王 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/24)
Tags: Shoujo Anthropomorphic Fantasy, Romance
Located at the end of the world, the Kingdom of Ozmargo is inhabited by beasts of all shapes and forms, ruled by a fearsome nameless king. After a hundred-year war between Ozmargo and the neighboring human kingdom ended, a peace treaty was signed: every year, a sacrifice must be sent to be devoured by the king on the night of revelation.
Sariphi is the 99th and latest human sacrifice. Although frail-looking, she neither fears the king nor has a family or home to return to should she manage to escape from her impending demise. Intrigued by the audacious girl, the king lets Sariphi roam around the palace despite the disapproval of his advisor, Anubis.
Little by little, the king and Sariphi begin to warm up to each other, but the night of revelation is fast approaching. Unbeknownst to them, the fateful day unleashes a series of events that will change the course of destiny of not only Sariphi and the king but also of their respective worlds.
Powerless female and allmighty male is a frequent concept in shoujo/josei like Mahoutsukai no Yome. I'm definitely not target audience and it only sickens me as I'm not interested in characters or the world, and there's definitely zero in the story department.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
30. Mahou Shoujo Magical Destroyers Magical Destroyers 魔法少女マジカルデストロイヤーズ [Bibury Animation Studios] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Mahou Shoujo, Otaku Culture, Psychological Action, Fantasy, Suspense
In 2008, the Japanese government began hunting people who identify as otaku in an effort to protect the country's culture. In just one week, the enforcement agency known as the SSC captured almost every otaku by force and confiscated their memorabilia. One passionate man calling himself Otaku Hero refuses to allow this agency to do as they please: he raises a resistance army made up of other displaced geeks who band together to help defend their culture.
Three years later, the fires of rebellion wane as all hope seems lost for otakus. Spurred on by his ally—the magical girl Anarchy—Otaku Hero commands the resistance in an effort to reunite Anarchy with the other two other magical girls: Blue and Pink. By combining the power of this trio, the resistance may be able to defeat the SSC and save otaku culture for everyone.
Parody requires care to work, but this one is just nonsense that I got no tolerance towards.    
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
31. Edens Zero 2nd Season Edens Zero Season 2 エデンズ ゼロ [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/25)
Tags: Shounen Space Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
Now in possession of the Edens Zero, Shiki Granbell has gathered the Four Shining Stars. With the help of his new friends, Shiki will be able to breach Dragonfall—the border of the Sakura Cosmos swarming with mechanical dragons. Once that is achieved, he can continue his quest to find the goddess Mother.
Before the Edens Zero crew can advance their journey, they notice a mysterious warship following them. Upon learning that the ship—the Belial Gore—belongs to Drakken Joe, Shiki and his crew attempt to infiltrate it, intent on figuring out why the Dark Alchemist is after them. In the process, the Edens Zero is taken hostage by Drakken's subordinates.
Though they are in a tight situation, Shiki refuses to back down. Working together with his friends, Shiki will have to take down the Dark Alchemist if he hopes to make it out of the Belial Gore alive.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
32. Jijou wo Shiranai Tenkousei ga Guigui Kuru. My Clueless First Friend 事情を知らない転校生がグイグイくる。 [Studio Signpost] (Finished 1/13)
Tags: Shounen Romantic Subtext, School Comedy
Akane Nishimura's quiet nature makes her classmates perceive her as a gloomy and unlikeable person. Combined with her intimidating gaze, it earns Akane the ominous nickname "Grim Reaper," condemning her to endless bullying for her supposed cursed powers that bring misfortune to everyone around her.
However, none of these rumors deter transfer student Taiyou Takada from trying to befriend Akane. As someone who finds the supernatural fascinating, Taiyou approaches the Grim Reaper without hesitation, blissfully unaware of the complicated situation within the class. His bright personality and optimistic worldview may just bring about the change that Akane desperately needs.
So simpleton clings to a bullied girl, and I just don't understand what to enjoy here. Every episode is divided into two stories, and these get repetitive super fast. So we're supposed to enjoy cute innocent reactions in the absence of likable characters or story... and I'm not into reaction vids.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
33. Edomae Elf Otaku Elf 江戸前エルフ [C2C] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Shounen Otaku Culture Comedy, Supernatural
For more than four hundred years, the Takamimi Shrine has stood in Tokyo, enshrining the local goddess: Elda, a magical elf summoned from another world. The immortal elf has been served for 15 generations by the family who summoned her in the Edo period. Now, after Koito Koganei turns 16 years old, this responsibility falls onto her.
Serving as Elda's shrine maiden, Koito must balance her responsibilities with her daily school life. This proves to be difficult because Elda is a total social recluse who loves video games, collecting toys, and eating snacks. In an effort to get the lazy shut-in to experience more of the outside world, Koito juggles her time between indulging Elda's various hobbies and getting her to interact with the rest of humanity. Along the way, Koito learns more about the history of the area and what makes the goddess so loved and spoiled by the locals.
Setting is bad, but I hoped stories from past times might improve things like in Isekai Ojisan, but of course it was wishful thinking.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
34. Ao no Orchestra Blue Orchestra 青のオーケストラ [Nippon Animation] (Finished 1/24)
Tags: Music, Performing Arts, School Drama 
Once a prize-winning violin prodigy, Hajime gave up on music after his father, professional violinist Ryuuji Aono, was involved in a scandal that led the media to harass his family. Now living alone with his mother and entering his final year of middle school, Hajime struggles to find a new career path. However, the sound of his classmate Ritsuko Akine playing the violin inspires Hajime to dream of a musical career once more.
With the help of Ritsuko, Hajime prepares to take the entrance exam for the prestigious Umimaku High School. But if he wishes to join Umimaku's orchestra, Hajime must overcome his past trauma and open himself up to new musical horizons.
Classic music shows have been in abundance in the past, so new ones have a severe competition, especially when compared to the best of them, Nodame Cantabile. This one seems to follow common tropes. It's on high enough level like the most of them, but pales in comparison and is not particularly captivating as brings nothing new to the table.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
35. Watashi no Yuri wa Oshigoto desu! Yuri is My Job! 私の百合はお仕事です! [Passione, Studio Lings] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Workplace Comedy, Girls Love 
Hime Shiraki appears to have it all: an angelic voice, an innocent personality, and an adorable face that enamors all onlookers. However, her cuteness is all a lie—it is purely an act to achieve her self-centered goal of marrying a rich suitor. Though she often plays up her innocence to gain favor from those around her, Hime's facade does not absolve her of responsibility when an accident leaves Mai Koshiba injured.
Learning that Mai is the manager of Café Liebe—a cafe themed as an all-girls academy—Hime is coerced into taking up a part-time position until Mai recovers. However, Hime's facade cannot cover up her shortcomings at being a waitress, earning her the ire of one of her coworkers, Mitsuki Yano, the elegant "onee-sama" who often berates Hime over her mistakes. As Hime struggles to adjust to her new job in addition to Mitsuki's unrelenting hostility, her real personality begins seeping through the cracks.
For me it's nothing but cringe.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
36. Rokudou no Onna-tachi Rokudo's Bad Girls 六道の悪女〈おんな〉たち [Satelight] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Shounen Delinquents, Harem, School Comedy, Romance
Tousuke Rokudou is a first-year attending Aomori High, a school full of delinquents. He is often bullied by his classmates due to his incompatibility with their behavior, the only exceptions being his two good friends who are also social outcasts. Frustrated at the way they are treated, the three wish they could stand up and claim the fun, peaceful school life of their dreams.
However, Tousuke's life takes a drastic turn when he receives a package from his late grandfather containing their family heirloom, a scroll said to possess the power to save him from impending danger. Upon holding the scroll, a sudden glow emanates, leaving a strange mark on Tousuke's forehead.
Thinking that he's received the means to free himself and his friends from their daily treatment, Tousuke is shocked to find out that its effects are far different than what he had imagined. Although his bullying continues, he realizes that the mark from the scroll acts as a charm, capturing the hearts of delinquent girls—in particular, Ranna Himawari, the strongest of them all.
Wow, everything is so terrible here that I don't even want to search for something that's actually not.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
37. Kawaisugi Crisis Too Cute Crisis カワイスギクライシス [SynergySP] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Shounen Pets Comedy, Sci-Fi
Upon first seeing Earth from the Azatos Empire's survey ship, Chief Investigator Liza Luna plans to eradicate every lifeform on it immediately, leaving behind only useful resources. While surveying the planet, Liza discovers that human civilization has evolved at a pathetic rate compared to other lifeforms.
Liza makes her way to the surface of the planet to properly inspect and understand its inhabitants. Still convinced that there is nothing beneficial to be found, the investigator makes her way into a cafe to gauge the planet's food culture. Liza walks into a cat cafe, where she meets creatures far cuter than anything else in the galaxy. Motivated by this new discovery, Liza decides to investigate Earth's numerous adorable inhabitants.
Seems to be an above average pet centered work for those who can appreciate the genre, so not for me.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
38. Birdie Wing: Golf Girls' Story Season 2  [Bandai Namco Pictures] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Sports 
Arriving in Japan, underground golfer Eve wants nothing more than to play a match against Aoi Amawashi, the "Innocent Tyrant" prodigy that caught her eye. However, the girls, wishing to finally settle the score on who is the better golfer, will have to wait until the conclusion of the All-Japan Girls' High School Gold Doubles Championship. Now competing together for the Raiou Girls' Academy's golf team, Eve and Aoi decide to work together to claim a win for their institution.
For a chance at defeating their more challenging opponents, both girls must find a way to further develop their golfing styles. However, dangerous figureheads pull strings in the background, making this high school golf tournament much more serious than it appears. In addition, Eve's illusive past resurfaces, making matters between her and Aoi even more complicated than they already were.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
39. The Marginal Service  [Studio 3Hz] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Adult Cast Action, Sci-Fi
Foolhardy police officer Brian Nightraider is dismissed from the force for a history of reckless behavior that ultimately resulted in his partner's death. While wallowing in self-pity, the disgraced officer receives a curious invitation from the United Nations Immigration Bureau Special Investigation Unit. He has been recruited to join the Marginal Service, a secret underground branch of the UN tasked with handling Borderlanders.
Indistinguishable from humans, Borderlanders are aliens that peacefully coexist in society. But now, a Borderlander terrorist organization has emerged, manufacturing and distributing a potent drug called Confu. With the Borderlanders' ability to regenerate and blend in as humans, uncovering the drug-trafficking ring will be no easy undertaking. However, the ragtag group at the Marginal Service are not one to back down from a challenge—even as their work exposes some unexpected figures as Borderlanders.
Feels like some silly ghostbusters parody which lacks any interest for exploration.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
40. Kizuna no Allele 絆のアリル [Wit Studio, Signal.MD] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Music, School 
It has been five years since AI Kizuna disappeared from the virtual world. Despite being an AI, she has captured the hearts of her fans, including Miracle, an aspiring virtual artist, with her performances. As Miracle attends ADEN Academy, a school for virtual artists, she makes new friends while learning more about singing, performing, and streaming.
Miracle's ultimate goal is to win the prestigious Lapin d'Or at the Virtual Grid Awards, an achievement Kizuna has earned five consecutive times. To do this, she works to improve her channel ranking through streams and performances, trying to stand out among other students at the academy. Determined to fulfill her dream of inspiring others the same way Kizuna inspired her, the budding star will not give up.
Vtuber crap.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
41. The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls: U149 アイドルマスター シンデレラガールズ U149 [CygamesPictures] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Idols (Female), Music 
Mature grade school student Arisu Tachibana is an aspiring idol who receives an invitation from her company president to participate in the Third Entertainment Section—a new idol project. Arisu and eight other young girls soon meet their producer before beginning idol-related activities.
To the girls' surprise, their producer appears to be a childlike adult and nothing like what they had imagined. The producer, who is taking on the position for the first time, also had no idea that he would be meeting a group of short, young idols. The awkward situation leaves Arisu disappointed, and she wishes for a producer change.
However, the producer, with his genuine love for idols and his desire to see them shine, will not let this opportunity pass and expresses that he is serious about working with the girls. Thankfully, the young idols accept the producer after seeing his unwavering passion for idols, serving as the start of their journey to the stage of dreams.
Remake or smth.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
42. Tokyo Mew Mew New ♡ 2nd Season 東京ミュウミュウ にゅ~♡ [Yumeta Company, Graphinica] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Mahou Shoujo Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi
After a successful showdown at Tokyo Tower, the Mew Mew girls enjoy a temporary respite. Now that Ichigo Momomiya and Masaya Aoyama have confessed their feelings to each other, Ichigo is overjoyed to spend time with her new boyfriend. However, their quick break gets interrupted, and soon the girls must battle against the Chimera Anima yet again. When things go awry in the ensuing fight, Ichigo is placed in grave danger.
 
Just when things look most bleak, the mysterious Blue Knight arrives and saves Ichigo, proclaiming that he was born to protect her, before disappearing into thin air. With the fate of the world on their shoulders and the identity of the Blue Knight in question, the Mew Mew girls must strive to create balance between alien-fighting and their personal lives.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
43. World Dai Star Stella of the Theater: World Dai Star ワールドダイスター [Lerche] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Performing Arts 
In the 20th century, the world is experiencing a musical theater boom. Top performers known as Dai Stars enthrall the audience with their marvelous acting and singing. Among them, the greatest performers are given the title World Dai Star.
Young and inexperienced Kokona Ootori dreams of being recognized as a World Dai Star. After multiple failures, she finally gets another chance to audition for the world-renowned theater troupe Sirius. Inspired by her best friend Shizuka, Kokona takes the first steps toward her goal and works hard to improve her acting. However, the world of theater is fiercely competitive, as many other girls seek the spotlight—including Kathrina Griebel, a talented performer from Germany. In order to fulfill her dream, Kokona needs to earn the right to stand on stage above all else.
Theater mixed media CGDCT are so alike that I don't even bother to distinguish them - just recycled over and over material 
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
44. Majutsushi Orphen Hagure Tabi: Seiiki-hen Sorcerous Stabber Orphen -Doom of Dragon's Sanctuary- 魔術士オーフェンはぐれ旅 聖域編 [Studio Deen] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Martial Arts Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
With no other choice left, Orphen is led by Winona to meet the lord of the Imminent Domain, Almagest. What secrets does he hold?
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
45. Alice Gear Aegis Expansion アリス・ギア・アイギス Expansion [Nomad] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: Action, Sci-Fi
Centuries ago, mankind abandoned planet Earth after the Vice, a race of mechanical aliens, drove them from their home into a life adrift in space. Now resigned to starships forged of pieces of Earth’s shattered moon, the final hope for humanity lies in the hands of Actresses, young women born with the ability to wield the only weapons that can harm the Vice: Alice Gears, mechanical suits that can finally turn the tide against the alien incursion.
Action game is fine without strong plot, but anime gets neither action game vibes nor plot, so is just pathetic.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
46. Opus.COLORs Opus.COLORs (オーパスカラーズ) [C-Station] (Finished 1/12)
Tags: School, Visual Arts Sci-Fi
Once shunned by the art world, Perception Art has taken the world by storm. The medium has evolved to incorporate all five senses, allowing viewers to completely immerse themselves in pieces of art. As the son of the creators of this movement, Kazuya Yamanashi has inherited his late parents' talent and creativity for Perception Art. Now enrolled at Eisen High School, the first-year has his sights set on becoming the best Perception Artist.
Kazuya has a reason besides ambition to attend this prestigious institution, as he hopes to make amends with his estranged childhood friend, third-year student Kyou Takise. But the rift between them may be difficult to repair since Kyou and Kazuya belong to different streams of study at the school.
As luck would have it, the two are partnered for the exclusive Staircaser competition, in which the winners will represent Eisen for the year. In order to stand a chance against their competitors, Kazuya and Kyou will have to learn to set aside their differences first.
It has BL looks, environment and even constant skinship. Even if it's not BL, I don't care.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
47. Mix: Meisei Story 2nd Season - Nidome no Natsu, Sora no Mukou e MIX Season 2 MIX MEISEI STORY 2ND SEASON 〜二度目の夏、空の向こうへ〜 [OLM] (Finished 1/24)
Tags: Shounen School, Team Sports Drama, Romance
Second season of Mix: Meisei Story.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
48. Tousouchuu: Great Mission Run For Money: The Great Mission 逃走中 グレートミッション [Toei Animation] (Finished 1/?)
Tags: High Stakes Game Sci-Fi, Suspense 
Due to Earth's increasing climate crisis, humanity has developed futuristic technology to migrate to the Moon. Tomura Sawyer works as a courier in the higher areas, saving money for his little brother, Haru, who suffers from Smoky Moon Disease - a sickness produced by the smoke and polution from the lower areas. The two siblings dream of moving to the higher, cleaner areas to treat this disease.
Tomura takes a gamble to do the impossible: to participate in the TV program "Run for Money" and to win against all the other contestants even if he doesn't have the Chrono Bracelet required for it. A producer of said program by the name of Harvest seems to take an interest in Tomura's determination to participate, so she gifts him the Bracelet and allows him to participate. In this glorified game of Tag, Tomura Sawyer must last longer than anyone else without being touched by the enemies in this game — the Hunters.
Show for kids.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
49. Biao Ren: Blades of the Guardians Blades of the Guardians 鏢人 [Colored Pencil Animation] (Finished 3/15)
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Tags: Historical Action 
An extraordinary guard walks in the desert of the western regions escaping the slaughter by the government. He took a surveillance assignment bound for the Chang capital. The task was thought of as something simple, but in reality it is a path full of crises and dangers. Here begins a journey that will affect the fate of the world.
Setting looks like dark fantasy thanks to style and colorization. Action scenes are nice, protagonist is free-spirited and cynical and story should lead to something more significant after a spree of smaller adventures. But I still don't like it. For me it's adventure about travelling warrior which starts like Berserk with a small kid instead of fairie, but of course it does not live up to Berserk in scale, characters or story. It's of high quality, but just does not feel interesting to watch another mission with another swift resolution based on strong sense of justice. It's more of par with Golden Kamuy, but even that presented a more appealing case, so here just don't want to go on.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
50. Aishang Ta de Liyou The Girl Downstairs 爱上她的理由 [Red Dog Culture House] (Finished 2/22)
Tags: Adult Cast, Love Polygon Drama, Romance
The day Lee Joon joins Minsong University to reunite with Kim Margo, his high school crush, he is attacked by his new neighbor Lee Duna, a gorgeous former idol. Violent and impulsive, Duna turns Joon's world upside down. Later, to Joon's confusion, Margo seems incapable of making time to meet with him. To add to his dismay, Joon meets fellow student Choi Ira at a party. She becomes enamored with him after the pair partake in a risqué game. As Joon progressively discovers the truth about Duna's troubled past and Margo's harsh family conditions, he tries to sort out his tangled feelings.
Love triangles lack surprises. This is a rather good representative if you still not fed up with generic characters without any real interests and thus personalities. In the end it depends on whether characters resonate with you. Did not for me.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
51. Oooku Ōoku: The Inner Chambers 大奥 [Studio Deen] (Finished 2/10)
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Tags: Shoujo Historical, Samurai Drama
Edo-period Japan stands strong and proud, decades after its imminent doom was prophesied. The new shogun, Yoshimune "Nobu" Tokugawa, encounters an array of traditions that, to her modern judgment, make little sense. An epidemic exclusively rages among men, resulting in men making up only one-fifth of the population. Still, three thousand young, agile, and beautiful men serve in the Oooku—the shogun's Inner Chambers.
To unearth the origins of the existing hierarchy where women head their families and govern the nation, Nobu reviews the chronicles of the odd disease. Customs and traditions have changed to accommodate for the plague; these new laws dictate the current culture and reflect the cruel story of the first female shogun, Iemitsu Tokugawa. Most notably, these customs seem to lead back to the moment a young monk, Arikoto Madenokoji, must abandon his way of life and devote his remaining days to the shogun and her Oooku.
Alternative feminist samurai history presented by Netflix... that's already pretty irritating. And the gist is reverse harem with reverse rapes, so fits me very poorly.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
52. Aiyou de Mishi X&Y 爱幽的密室 [Lingsanwu Animation] (Finished 1/16)
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Tags: Mystery, Suspense 
After going out for late-night drinks, Yan Yuechu and his colleague Hu Zhi find refuge from the rain in a rather unusual place: the building harboring Xu Aiyou's escape game, XY. Despite the game's infamy and its mysterious owner, the duo decides to give it a try. With one hour to solve riddles and find their way out of a maze of eerie rooms, Yan Yuechu and Hu Zhi manage to clear the game in time. However, glimpses of what appears to be Xu Aiyou's troubled past scattered throughout the game leave a deep impression on the men—an impression so lasting that vivid scenes from new escape games creep into their dreams.
The following day, Yan Yuechu receives a letter advising him to stay away from escape games. Although he does not receive conclusive answers from Xu Aiyou, he dreams once more that he must solve a puzzle to escape from his own bedroom. But was it truly a dream? Unsure where reality ends and illusions begin, Yan Yuechu will have to uncover the truth behind XY if he wishes to preserve his sanity.
Need to like suspense mysteries.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
53. Uma Musume: Pretty Derby - Road to the Top ウマ娘 プリティーダービー Road to the Top [CygamesPictures] (Finished 1/4)
Tags: Anthropomorphic, Racing Sports
The anime will stream online and focus on T.M. Opera O, Admire Vega, Narita Top Road, and other Uma Musume aiming to win the Classic competitions.
Sequel.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
54. Ququ Bucai, Zaixia Yeguai Monster But Wild 区区不才,在下野怪 [Kung Fu Frog Animation] (Finished 3/12)
Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy 
The player Dongdong accidentally entered the Azure World and became the weakest wild monster. After signing a contract with the heroine Bubble to become the strongest pet, he led Bubble and his companions to embark on funny and exciting adventures in the Azure world. Dongdong also discovered the phenomenon that game NPCs and wild monsters gradually awakened and yearned for the human world. To find out the truth and return to real life. The protagonist group led by Dongdong, awakened NPCs, ordinary game players, and other forces began to wrestle around the connection between the two worlds.
As it usually goes with reincarnations into monsters, only very beginning entertains, then MC usually gets OP, and this is true for this CGI anime too.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
55. Yakitori Yakitori: Soldiers of Misfortune  [ARECT] (Finished 1/6)
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Tags: Military, Space Action, Sci-Fi
With Earth colonized by a superior alien civilization, Akira's only chance at a better future is to enlist as an expendable Yakitori foot soldier.
Netflix action means unusual concept and sour execution, no exceptions so far.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
56. Xiling Jiyuan Xyrin Empire 希灵纪元 [Wawayu Animation] (Finished 3/16)
Tags: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi 
Chen Jun, an aimless wannabe otaku, suddenly became the Emperor of a multiverse-spanning kingdom. The Empress Sandora, the Empire's 1.2-meter-tall female general Pandora, and the Supernatural Bureau's Big Sis Lin Xue have all said they're not up to the task. Even Chen Jun's childhood sweetheart, the energetic Xu Qianqian, also said he must become the Emperor. Chen Jun did not have a choice and started his busy life by saving the world from Monday to Friday and playing games during the weekends.
It takes three episodes just to lay the setting. It's more about harem than meaningful story, and it's full of Chinese antics that they call comedy for some reason.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
57. Ta Bu Dang Nuzhu Hen Duo Nian Since I Wasn't the Heroine 她不当女主很多年 [Liyu Culture] (Finished 3/16)
Tags: Historical Action, Adventure
Beiyi used a strategy to attack Baicheng, an important town in the northern border of Daqi Kingdom. Tang Yao, the guard of Baicheng, led his people to resist desperately, but they were outnumbered, and all sacrificed. Only the second daughter, Tang Ying, survived.
What makes Tang Ying even more indignant is that his father sacrificed his life for the country, but in return he was charged with collaborating with the enemy. In order to take the place of her father, Tang Yingyi went to the capital, but found that things were not as simple as imagined.
Is Yuan Lang, the second prince of the Daqi Kingdom who has been hostage for decades, related to Beiyi?
Why is the woman pretending to be herself so strangely similar?
What happened to the otherworldly person that Yao Niang from the movie department was talking about?
There are also those strange and familiar memories that appeared nervously... There are too many mysteries waiting for Tang Ying to answer.
High quality pseudo-historical action series, but stage is China-like environment fantasy with some inventions from modern life and with stupid time travel which breaks immersion and causes loss of interest for me.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
58. Shu Tian Fu Mo Lu The Guardian Legend 戍天伏魔录 [Big Firebird Culture] (Finished 1/16)
Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy 
Guided by fate, the demon-slaying brothers embark on an adventure to find the soul of the fighting god. How can the five-member team solve the numerous crises they face? Ignite the power of the fighting god and shake the demons of the world!
Shounen imitating fullmetal alchemist or smth like that.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
59. Bu Mie Shen Wang The Rich God 不灭神王  [Djinn Power] (Finished 1/19)
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Tags: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy 
The financial talent Wang Ke was accidentally brought to the Shenzhou Star by the ancestral sword. With the help of his family's blazing sun, he drove low and walked high, and worshiped the fairy gate. He thought he would make a fortune, but he didn't want to be involved in the two turbulent undercurrents of righteousness and evil. Relying on his talent and wit, Wang Ke made every step of the way, won the hearts of beauties, built a business empire, stepped on the road of defending the way and eliminating demons step by step, and eventually became the immortal king.
Usual CGI cultivation trash.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
60. Shanhai Jihui Mountain and Sea Organization 山海际会  [Xuni Ying Ye] (Finished 4/25)
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Tags: Action, Sci-Fi 
In the future, with the increasing number of natural disasters and disasters from the universe, a mysterious organization called "Shanhai Jihui" appeared, intending to destroy and replace contemporary human beings. The protagonist, Lei Qi, joins the "Titanium" exoskeleton armored combat team, and has a multi-faceted confrontation with this mysterious technological organization. Through step-by-step decryption, he discovered that the human dream is actually a window to fully access the entire universe, so he revolved around the reality and the quadrant. The exploration of the world and the confrontation between civilizations of different ages began...
It does not look bad, but elite team in exoskeletons hunting ghost looks rather boring. And from episode three it moves so slowly if at all that I don't care anymore.  
Overall Rating: 6/10
 
61. Ni Tian Zhan Ji The Rise of the Weak 逆天战纪 [Fengyun Animation] (Finished 1/20)
Tags: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy 
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Cultivation trash.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
62. Pi Zhe Lang Pi De Yang A Sheep In Wolf's Clothing 披着狼皮的羊 [bilibili] (Finished 1/16)
Tags: Isekai Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Web-writer Lai Xiaoguang accidentally entered a virtual world called "The Hand of God." In this fantasy world, she turned into a werewolf named Da Niu and was involved in a national treasure theft case. In order to investigate the truth, she had to embark on a journey with Wang Cai the Goat King.
Reverse harem.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
63. Nushen You Dian Ling Oh! My goddess! 女神有点灵 [Xanthus Media] (Finished 1/18)
Tags: Romance, Supernatural 
Yao Ling and Hu Xiaozhen, who parted ways due to a misunderstanding in childhood, reunited in the academy after they grew up. The infatuated female protagonist hopes to continue writing a sweet journey with the male protagonist, but due to the appearance of the mysterious administrator, Ma Shen, "accidents" occur frequently. Under the lure of Ma Shen's plan, the two became acting administrators and they help spirits to realize their long-cherished dreams, in order to continue their progress in love. Through the experience of missions again and again, the relationship between Hu and Yao becomes deeper and deeper, and they are moving towards the road of righteousness. But the true purpose of Ma Shen gradually implicates the operating laws behind the world, and more mysteries, and dangers lie between the hero and heroine.
A poor excuse of a romance show.  
Overall Rating: 5/10
 
64. Ban Shen Zhi Jing The Realm of Demigod 半神之境 [iQIYI] (Finished 1/20)
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Tags: Action, Fantasy 
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Not sure even what genre it is apart that everyone is constantly fighting and using magic, but it's a huge ugly mess.  
Overall Rating: 5/10

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Clephas

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Jigokuraku- Excellent animation, pretty guro, action scenes are good.  Story will split opinions though, as it is pretty horrifying at times.

Iseleve- This one actually turned out pretty good, which I didn't expect, since the original material was kinda meh.  I probably should have expected it though, since good light novels rarely make good anime.

Dead Mount Death Play- Pretty good reverse isekai.  I recommend binging it with the second season rather than watching them separately, as the first scene gets cut off a bit abruptly.  

Tensei Kizoku no Isekai Boukenroku- Pretty standard 'blessed by the gods reincarnation' isekai.  The series isn't awful, but it doesn't develop anything new either.

Isekai Shoukan wa Nidome Desu- Former hero gets re-summoned to the same world a short (relatively so) time later, only to find that the humans have gone out of their way to ruin the peace he created between the races.  Protagonist is the aggressive type and has all the powers from his previous summoning, but those who summon him don't recognize him for certain reasons.

littleshogun

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Oshi no Ko - This anime is definitely the best of Doga Kobo work in which it make them become a very well known studio. For the story, well the premise above has enough for the first half of the full premise, and for the rest of the premise is we have the doctor reincarnate as the idol's (Ai) son, Aqua, after the doctor was getting killed. Several years later, Ai was getting killed by a stalker, and as Aqua mind is too adult for his own good (Well he has still the memories from his past life as full fledged adult) he decided to avenge his mother by killing his father who he (Rightly) suspect behind Ai's death. Honestly I didn't follow the manga much, especially with I read it immediately after I woke up in the morning just because Ai in the cover, but obviously Ai's death will attract many readers as much as possible. As for whether Aqua manage to getting the revenge, let's just say he manage to get it and he won't have any time to feeling the emptiness after the deed was done. Obviously with this being very successful, it has second season with the third season is upcoming. Just in case you want to read the manga, well you can read it now seeing it's already finished, although whether you'll feel disappointed with the ending like most of the people or not is up to you.

Idolmaster U149 - Unlike Oshi no Ko which has deal darker story courtesy of Kaguya-sama writer, Idolmaster here is definitely far more lighter when it came to idol anime, moreso since this time we have children idol with all of them are still in grade school and U149 here mean the heights of the idols are under 149 centimeters. Also the producer here is quite short to reinforce the child-friendly atmosphere of this iteration of Idolmaster, who naturally had hard time to be trusted by the idols before he prove himself to be very serious on his job. By the way I did read the manga of this first, so in a way this is the adaptation of the manga.

Iseleve - Well, at least the author didn't hide what he wrote was wish fulfillment with the plot was screaming that (The MC was being fat and bullied before he was slimmed down (And become handsome) while getting superpower and has new ability to be able go back and forth of the another world), so good for the author to share his youthful imagination. Apparently it has bad animation in the fight, although I think it'll be hardly noticeable unless someone obsessively paused it just so they can make the video in order to nitpicking this anime more than already is. While we can say whatever harsh critics which this anime deserves, in the end it prove to be quite successful so much it get the second season.

The Hero is Dead - The anime is about Touka who live in a world where the hero dealing with the result from the sudden appearance of Gates of Hell, namely the spawning demon. One day, the hero came to Touka's house only to have one demon slipped up near him. Touka tried to fight the demon using his pitfall, although the hero quickly defeat the hero before he was dead because he was fall into the pitfall. Seeing no choice, the hero's companion who happen to be a necromancer transferred Touka's soul into the hero's body in order for Touka to take the responsibility, and so began Touka's journey to finished the hero's job which he begrudgingly do. While the premise sounds serious, it has many jokes to break the seriousness, and I still remember on how Touka like to see female thighs in stocking. By the way this is another finished manga adaptation like Oshi no Ko, and you can read the manga if you're somehow interested to see the continuation of the anime.

Kaginado - It's one of the work from KEY, although it's just four minutes anime so I understand you didn't want to cover it. What I understand from the anime is that while KEY can make several touching scenes they surely won't hesitate to make a parody of those scenes, as shown in the very first episode which inevitable spoil the major twist for all of KEY VNs. Well to be honest I didn't watch it, and I just write about it here just to mention the first episode.

That's all for what I can comment in regard of Spring 2023 anime here.

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