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There is zero normal visual novels released at the proper time of last Friday of the month. Viva consoles! 1. Kamitsubaki Shi Kensetsu Chuu. REGENERATE 神椿市建設中。REGENERATE [KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO & orange inc.] 1 In a world parallel to our own resides the city of Kamitsubaki. One day, the player, an "Observer," is summoned to this ill-fated world. There, they meet a girl named Kafu, and set out on a quest with her to save the world from its impending doom. Answer the summons to the parallel world of "Kamitsubaki City" and meet a cast of colorful characters as you set out on a quest to save this city from the brink of destruction in this dark-fantasy sci-fi visual novel! Game is localized and has English reviews 2. Kindaichi Kousuke Series: Honjin Satsujin Jiken 金田一耕助シリーズ 本陣殺人事件 [ENTERGRAM] A murder brought about by the twisted oppression of the Showa era... A mystery puzzle novel game full of the emotion, fear, and macabre from the Showa era has arrived in the modern Reiwa era. The Koto Murder Case... A horrifying locked room murder that beset the Ichiyanagi family. Together with a detective novelist from Okayama, your goal is to piece together testimonies collected from villagers and those involved in the incident and uncover the truth. Then, you must complete the detective novel based on this incident. What kind of ending awaits you? Console detective 3. Gensou Rougoku no Kaleidoscope 2 幻想牢獄のカレイドスコープ 2 [07th Expansion & ENTERGRAM] “Let’s have a little reunion, just the four of us.” Lemon, Cyan, Murasaki, and Kurone—a group of four close friends who were considered “oddballs” back in middle school. Over time, they drifted apart, each leading their own high school lives. In the summer of their third year in high school, Korone—the lively mood maker who brought the oddballs together—reaches out after a long time. Looking forward to their reunion, they all arrive at the meeting place… or so they thought. When they regain consciousness, they find themselves in a small room with no exit. The room is decorated as if themed after Alice in Wonderland. In each corner of the square room, there is a chair and a table for each girl, as well as a lovely tea set. And also, long chains that extend from each chair, connected to the collars around the girls’ necks… The “reunion” has become a death game—a battle of life and death to settle the past…! Console sequel. 4. SAIKA 君と過ごした日々 [Hautecouture Inc.] Saika High School, founded in 1624, is the oldest high school in western Japan and will celebrate its 400th anniversary in 2024. Kaname Aokari, a library committee member, is reluctantly tasked with creating a website documenting the school’s history. While organizing materials, he discovers a mysterious book titled The Bizarre Crimes of Saika High, detailing past tragedies at the school. The book reveals that three female students had been murdered, and as Aokari reads further, he finds his own name under “2024 - Kaname Aokari - Death.” Suddenly, a pale-faced boy named Saika appears, claiming, “I’m here to save you.” Aokari collapses and wakes up in the past, where he meets Chiyoko Shirakami, the first victim listed in the crime history. Saika tells him, “Saving her will save you too.” This marks the beginning of Kaname Aokari’s journey to rewrite his fate and uncover the mysteries of Saika High School. Only including because company is proper and there's windows release, but of course it's just a minor mystery mobile game.

I rate both Kono yo no Hate (1994) and Kimi to Ita Natsu (1994) as small masterpieces, but the former definitely has more impact and plot development. 1. Han Myung Hoe (1994) [한명회] (Finished 1/105) Tags: Historical This biographical drama deals with the palace politics in the time of Han Myung Hoe, a tactician who was instrumental in Sejo's usurpation of young King Danjong's throne. The events detailed here are similar to those already presented in The Ume Tree in the Midst of the Snow, written by the same writer a decade earlier. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 2. Moshimo Negai ga Kanau Nara (1994) [もしも願いが叶うなら] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Crime, Drama FL got to orphanage after her mother died. Just when she was going to marry heir to a major trading company, her older brothers showed up to stay with her. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 3. Sweet Home (1994) [スウィート・ホーム] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Drama, Family When the Inoue family just moves into their new residence, they are shocked to see everyone there so anxious about getting their children into good schools. In order not to be the one left out, they also join in the crowd and train their child hard to score well in the primary school entrance exam. Interestingly, their next door neighbor has a kid same age as theirs and always likes to compete with them. This makes the whole exam process more exciting and stressful, of course. Wow, no plot at all... just some family affairs in exaggerated manner. No good characters spotted, too. Overall Rating: 5/10 4. Kono yo no Hate (1994) [この世の果て] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Romance, Drama, Melodrama Maria, struggling financially, juggles a low-paying day job with nighttime shifts at a cabaret to fund her sister Nana's eye operation. Tragedy struck their family when a young Maria accidentally caused a fire, resulting in Nana's blindness and their father's death. Shiro, a discontented concert pianist, crosses paths with Maria in a traffic accident, leading to his hospitalization. Adopting a false identity and amnesia, Shiro seeks refuge at Maria's home, eventually becoming a cabaret pianist. Unbeknownst to them, fate weaves a complex web, revealing that their lives were never meant to intersect. I would not want to promote destructive behavior, but this piece is full of genuine sincere misery and - again - classic literature vibes, plus appearance of Sakurai Sachiko makes everything better. There are a lot of silly non-reasonable moves, so it's far from perfect or even great and thus does not deserve a higher score, especially with this much pain by the end. Overall Rating: 7/10 5. Hito no Fukou wa Mitsu no Aji (1994) [ひとの不幸は蜜の味] (Finished 3/11) Tags: Romance Satoko is an ordinary bank teller with aspirations to someday become a manga-ka, or graphic novel artist. In her spare time, she draws and inks her own stories and submits them to publishers, who one after another reject her work because it's... missing something. (It's implied that she lacks credentials as an apprentice to an established manga-ka to pay her dues.) But quite by chance, Satoko stumbles onto a sudden vacancy to apprentice for her idol, Kurebayashi Mayuko. What is her idol-like? Satoko imagines her new boss must be like one of the angelic heroines in her own comics, but the reality is something different. Light comedy around extravagant mangaka. Sadly, rather foolish and aimless. Overall Rating: 6/10 6. Natsuko no Sake (1994) [夏子の酒] (Finished 3/11) Tags: Food, Life, Drama Natsuko lives her dream as a copy writer for an advertising company in Tokyo. But when she hits a slump in her career, she returns to her family's sake brewery in the countryside. There she discovers her older brother has been hunting down a phantom rice called tatsunishiki, believing it to be ideal for creating a new sake. He finds the rice seeds he needs to begin his new sake, but right after Natsuko returns to Tokyo with her spirits renewed, he passes away suddenly. Despite new success at her job, she decides to quit and return home to continue her brother's dream. What begins is a several years long journey, first to cultivate the notoriously difficult to grow tatsunishiki, and then to perfect the brewing process of her new sake. Rural farming for brewery is super boring for me, and nothing here strikes anything outside of banal. Overall Rating: 5/10 7. Romance of the Three Kingdoms (1994) [三国演义] (Finished 3/84) Tags: Historical, Drama In an age of turmoil, heroes will rise... It is the end of the 2nd Century, and China is in a state of turmoil. The land is divided by warlords, and the country is facing famine, droughts, and invasion from bordering tribes. On top of the problems the country is facing, Zhang Jiao and his brothers begin to rebel against the Han while advocating the arrival of a new era, the era of the "Yellow Dragon," implying that if people followed him, they would lead prosperous lives. Thousands of desperate villagers flocked to follow Zhang Jiao as they raided government offices and plundered towns and villages alike in protest of heavy taxation, wearing only a "yellow turban" on their heads. As their strengths and numbers grew, the "Yellow Turbans" overthrew some of the Imperial Court's best generals and strongest forces. Concerned for their capital in Luo Yang and for the Han empire, the Imperial Court immediately constructed an "alliance" by requesting volunteers across the country to settle the rebellion. Three distinct generals were recruited - Liu Bei, Cao Cao, and Sun Jian. Together with their own officers, the Yellow Turban rebellion was quickly laid to rest, and each of the men involved immediately gained popularity and power with the people. As their powers grew, however, each continued to seek more control of their territories and unite all of China under one rule. One fought for hegemony. One fought for ambition. One fought for righteousness. Veteran officers and generals who shared the same visions swarmed under each leader. These stalwart souls waged war across the vast expanse of the land and, like bloodthirsty demons, cut down any and all that stood in their way. Thus, the romance of the Three Kingdoms begins. I'm rather disappointed as it looses in everything compared to anime - actors choice, tempo, action scenes. There are also some silly antics and many events and talks with little meaning. Overall Rating: 6/10 8. Hana no Ran (1994) [花の乱] (Finished 1/37) Tags: Historical, Drama, War The story takes place during the Muromachi period of Ancient Japan, in the midst of the Onin War. The main character in the series is Tomiko Hino, a historical figure with a bad reputation because of her actions to rebuild Kyoto after the Onin War. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 9. Scent of Love (1994) [사랑의 향기] (Finished 1/52) Tags: Drama Aromatic love that overcomes the hardships of youth. True love is learned through each couple of three generations and the love of a family that has lost the father in a car accident. Yong Jin works at an animation production company and Jae Jin is a university student. The two sisters are bright and cheerful despite not having a father. Yong Jin meets a guy and regardless of her mom's disapproval, continue with her love for him. Not only love but the waiting, hatred, and disappointments are well projected. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 10. Fate of the Last Empire (1994) [清宮氣數錄] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Historical, Romance, Drama - Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 11. Kono Ai ni Ikite (1994) [この愛に生きて] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Thriller, Romance, Drama This story focuses on a married couple and their search for happiness as a family. Akemi becomes pregnant, Seiichi eventually divorces his wife and marries her. Despite their passionate romance before marriage, now Seiichi does not look at or think of Akemi as "a woman". Part of Seiichi's reason has to do with the fact that he again goes out with his former wife Ritsuko, cheating on Akemi. When Akemi notices what Seiichi is thinking, she meets Yusaku Shirube, a police detective. Akemi and Yusaku eventually have a love affair that night, comforting their wounded hearts. This one-night love affair is to be a start for perfect love. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 12. Ie Naki Ko (1994) [家なき子] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Life, Drama "Don't pity me, just give me money." A smart little girl, Suzu, for the sake of her beloved sick mother, has no choice but to attempt all ways to fork up the money required for the operation. It includes stealing, cheating and almost anything that could yield cash. However, deep within her is a sadness unseen by many. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 13. General Hospital (1994) [종합병원] (Finished 1/92) Tags: Drama, Medical This drama depicts the sorrows, hardships, relationships and ambitions of doctors at a General Hospital, particularly the senior resident 'Venomous Snake' Park Jin Won, playboy Park Hyun Joon and nurse Kim So Yi. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 14. 17-sai - At Seventeen - (1994) [17才-at seventeen-] (Finished 1/14) Tags: Comedy, Youth The peaceful everyday lives of a group of classmates are disrupted by the sudden return of their childhood friend, Takumi. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 15. Kimi to Ita Natsu (1994) [君といた夏] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Romance, Drama Three young people, Irie, Sugiya and Asami, decide to share a room together one summer. All three of them experience sadness, love and friendship as they fall in and out of love. They all become a vital part of each other's life, but at the end of summer vacation, they go their separate ways. Sugiya returns home, Asami leaves Tokyo and returns to the country, and Irie remains in the room they had shared as if nothing had happened over the last 40 days of summer. Story is simple and kinda of melodramatic, but actors are great as well as non-repulsive. Plus, ending is surprising, so it's well worth a masterpice status even though after first several episodes it was kind of empty till the very end. Overall Rating: 7/10 16. Okane ga nai! (1994) [お金がない！] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Business, Comedy, Drama Kentaro lives in the suburbs with his two little brothers. They are poor, but they are happy. The factory Kentaro works for, though, goes bankrupt on pay day and Kentaro finds himself out of a job and with even less money. The brothers are thrown out of their apartment and Kentaro, a born optimistic until then, decides that he must aggressively pursue "money". This drama depicts the success story of Kentaro in his search for money and a better life. Managed to finish it even though I feel uneasy with money and luck/unluck focus. MC role is basically antics. What saves the day a bit is some side characters, some unexpected situations solutions, some comedy... and that's probably it. There's nothing to recommend it for, especially because it's mostly just a streak of lucky turns of events. Overall Rating: 6/10 17. Kindan no Kajitsu (1994) [禁断の果実] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Romance, Life The intense love affair of a man and a woman who later discover that they are actually brother and sister. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 18. Ningen Shikkaku (1994) [人間・失格〜たとえばぼくが死んだら] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Thriller, Psychological, Youth, Drama Three tales raise unsettling questions about the central qualities of being human. In one, a father is torn between love for his son and the desire for revenge, while a second examines the twisted love of a teacher for his female colleague. The third story delves into the complex affections hidden within a bully. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 19. Good Mourning (1994) [グッドモーニング] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Business, Comedy, Family A comedy-touch drama set in a funeral business. The English spelling of "morning" is "mourning" , so title translation, went that way. Minori Amano becomes a widow on her honeymoon. Still, she becomes part of the Amano family's funeral home business. From now on, the woman not only has to fight with eccentric clients, but the rest of the Amano family who have a lot to say about running the business. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 20. Eternity (1994) [千歲情人] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Romance, Fantasy The play tells the story of Bu Jinghong and Ying Zhan, who were searching for the elixir of immortality during the Qin Dynasty. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 21. Feelings (1994) [느낌] (Finished 3/16) Tags: Romance, Drama Three brothers Bin, Hyun and Joon become drawn to the very pretty and sweet Yuri, a family friend. Yuri arrives from France to live with them for the summer while attending classes at their university, causing each brother to be attracted to her in a different way. As the first subbed Korean dorama it does provide a curious look at the glamourless Korea of 1990s, but overall it's pretty terrible in every element . Overall Rating: 5/10 22. Heroic Legend of the Yang's Family (1994) [碧血青天楊家將] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Historical In a fierce battle against the invading army of its neighboring country Liao, Song's main force, the famous Yeung's Troop, suffers a complete defeat due to failure of prompt backup from its General in Chief Pong Loong, who is jealous of the Yeung's military honors. Later, in the investigation over the defeat, the Justice Bao finds solid evidence against Loong of his fraternization with Liao, which leads to the execution of Loong, and thus arouses hatred between the Yeung family and Loong's father, the Grand Tutor Pong. Realizing his identity as a Yeung's offspring after being out of contact with the Yeung family for ages, Liao General Yollig Jung-Yuan returns to the land of Song for a reunion with his own birth parents. Seeing it as a chance to maliciously revenge on the Yeungs, Pong strives for the execution of Jung-Yuan. After his evil plan is destroyed by Justice Bao, Pong decides to vent his hatred on another Yeung's member Jung-Bo by framing him as a rebel, aiming to have the whole Yeung family executed as traitors. As the war between Song and Liao becomes more intense, the female warriors of the Yeung family put aside their personal hatred and set out for safeguard against the invaders. Unknowing that the Grand Tutor Pong has fraternized with Liao, the Yeung's Army gets trapped and surrounded by the enemy and is facing a life-and-death situation.... Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 23. Princess Xinyue (1994) [新月格格] (Finished 1/26) Tags: Historical, Romance ~ Adapted from the novel "Princess Xinyue" (新月格格) by Chiung Yao (瓊瑤) Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 24. Wakamono no Subete (1994) [若者のすべて] (Finished 2/10) Tags: Youth, Drama This series depicts a group of young people searching for their own directions in life. 22 year-old Tetsuo repairs cars and looks after his little sister after the death of their parents. Around him is a circle of close childhood friends, all with different dreams and different realities. Takeshi used to be Tetsuo's closest friend but they fell out after an accident. One day, Tetsuo and the others come across Takeshi again... Partially translated. It's pretty hard to follow or get interested in lives of six friends that don't intersect much. Guess it's realistic enough and maybe going somewhere more meaningful later, but without full subs shikata ga nai. Overall Rating: 6/10 25. Yoru ni Dakarete (1994) [夜に抱かれて] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Romance, Drama A woman living in the night city and a host trying to shake off the dark past. And another man who loves him while rivalry him. While peeping at the backside of the Mizu shoubai (the night entertainment (nightlife) business) draw a human-like pattern of the primary colors that breathe in there. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 26. Shizukanaru Don (1994) [静かなるドン] (Finished 1/19) Tags: Crime - Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 27. Class of Distinction (1994) [阿Sir早晨] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Drama A drama about a man who worked in the advertising industry that is forced into becoming a substitute teacher. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 28. Instinct (1994) [笑看風雲] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Business, Crime, Drama Wong Tin is an all-powerful tycoon in town. While he is the one who stirs things up, he is also the only one who can settle them. Bao Man Lung sees Tin as his mentor as well as his friend. He is truthful with and loyal to Tin, yet he is bruised all over in the end! Poon Long Ching worships Tin. His is determined to get rich and famous, by fair means or foul. Nevertheless, he ends up being used by Tin's enemy to fight against Tin. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 29. Yan Suo Chong Lou (1994) [煙鎖重樓] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Historical, Drama, Family Set in the early Republican Era (the 1920s) in a small town in Anhui Province called White Sand, which was famed for its Chastity Archway of Widowhood. The Chastity Archway of Widowhood honored women who remained staunchly faithful to their dead husbands and devoted their remaining life to serving the family. The spoiled son of the Zeng clan, a prominent family in White Sand Town, is married to Xia Meng Han, a young woman from a distinguished family. Unfortunately, their marriage proves to be unhappy as the son wastes away his time in entertainment, drinking, and womanizing. One day he gets himself in a brawl and gets killed. The adopted son, Yu Hang, sees these tragedies unfold before his eyes and sympathizes greatly with Meng Han. His sympathy eventually grows into love. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 30. Filthy Rich (1994) [豪門插班生] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Comedy, Romance - Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 31. 29-sai no Christmas (1994) [29歳のクリスマス] (Finished 2/10) Tags: Romance, Drama Noriko is approaching 30 and is still unmarried. She is a fashion designer, dreaming of success and a Paris Collection. On her 29th birthday her world falls apart. Her boss transfers her from design to managing a bar. Her boyfriend betrays her for another woman. Shocked, Noriko decides to leave home and to move in with her best friend, Aya. The story of one woman's struggle to find happiness and love. Don't see it going anywhere as it contains mostly random events and not trying to evolve. Overall Rating: 5/10 32. A Cruel Lover (1994) [郎心如鐵] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Drama, Romance MC ruthlessly throws the women who love him one after another into the abyss of eternal destruction for the sake of fame and fortune... Not translated Overall Rating: 6/10 33. The Chevaliers (1994) [侠义见青天] (Finished 1/38) Tags: Drama The drama is adapted from the Qing Dynasty classic "Three Heroes and Five Gallants" Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 34. Emperor of Taizong, Li Shi Min (1994) [唐太宗李世民] (Finished 1/54) Tags: Historical, Romance The play spans from the end of the Sui Dynasty to the 23rd year of the Zhenguan Period, telling the story of Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, who met and accompanied his friends and lovers from his youth as a prince, and gradually grew into a qualified emperor in the process, showing Li Shimin's life's great achievements and emotional entanglements one by one. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10

A-Rank Party wo Ridatsu shita Ore wa, Moto Oshiego-tachi to Meikyuu Shinbu wo Mezasu. and Übel Blatt are the only minor masterpieces that I spotted with the latter being of higher quality. 1. Ore dake Level Up na Ken Season 2: Arise from the Shadow Solo Leveling Season 2: Arise from the Shadow [A-1 Pictures] (Finished 7/13) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Adult Cast, Urban Fantasy Sung Jin-Woo, dubbed the weakest hunter of all mankind, grows stronger by the day with the supernatural powers he has gained. However, keeping his skills hidden becomes more difficult as dungeon-related incidents pile up around him. When Jin-Woo and a few other low-ranked hunters are the only survivors of a dungeon that turns out to be a bigger challenge than initially expected, he draws attention once again, and hunter guilds take an increased interest in him. Meanwhile, a strange hunter who has been lost for ten years returns with a dire warning about an upcoming catastrophic event. As the calamity looms closer, Jin-Woo must continue leveling up to make sure nothing stops him from reaching his ultimate goal—saving the life of his mother. Sequel. As expected, all the flaws are intact and only aggravated. What only remains is mediocre action shounen. Overall Rating: 5/10 2. Sakamoto Days [TV Tokyo, Shueisha] (Finished 3/11) Tags: Shounen Adult Cast, Organized Crime Action, Comedy The name Tarou Sakamoto once instilled fear in every villain. No other professional hitman matched his prowess, and fellow assassins revered him. However, Sakamoto fell in love. In five short years, he married, became a father, put on some weight, and traded his weapons for an apron as he became the owner of a humble convenience store. Although Sakamoto is decidedly retired, he finds his old life of crime hard to shake off. His former partner, Shin Asakura, reappears and resolves to stay with Sakamoto's family under their strict no-kill rule. To make matters worse, a large bounty is placed on Sakamoto's head. Numerous assassins now pursue him—but they are in for a surprise. Sakamoto has not lost his edge, and no matter what tricks his enemies pull, he will fight off every last one to protect his dear family. Mixing Spy x Faminly with reactive action is hardly a smart idea. Another mediocre shounen to the trash bin. Overall Rating: 5/10 3. Kusuriya no Hitorigoto 2nd Season The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 薬屋のひとりごと 第2期 [OLM, TOHO animation STUDIO] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Historical, Medical Drama, Mystery Using her wit and vast knowledge of medicines and poisons alike, Maomao played a pivotal role in solving a series of mysteries and conspiracies that plagued the imperial court. Having recently come to terms with the secrets of her parents, she returns to fulfill her normal duties on behalf of the emperor's highest-ranking consorts. Maomao also works alongside the eunuch Jinshi to better the consorts' many ladies-in-waiting, including helping them learn to read. However, with the arrival of a merchant caravan comes a new wave of intrigue. A pattern of strange coincidences involving the visitors and their wares unsettles Maomao, driving her to investigate the puzzling circumstances behind the convoy. As dangers from both outside and within threaten the balance between the imperial concubines, Maomao continues to utilize her cunning and medical expertise to keep the women safe from harm. Sequel. Overall Rating: 6/10 4. Dr. Stone: Science Future [TMS Entertainment] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi Having resolved the crisis in the Petrification Kingdom, Senkuu and his companions gear up to deal directly with the mastermind behind the petrification phenomenon—who supposedly resides on the moon. The ambitious spaceship project, however, requires immense manpower and critical resources scattered across the world. Thus, the Kingdom of Science exploration team kick-starts its transcontinental journey on the ship Perseus to gather them all. Equipped with modern technology and bolstered by the new, capable members in their ranks, the exploration team feels confident about setting sail to their first destination: America. They soon realize that the region now hosts adversaries controlling the resources they need, doing so with scientific technology which rivals and even exceeds their own. In a battle of science versus science, Senkuu and his team must outsmart their rivals if they are to have any chance of ensuring the continued survival and rejuvenation of humanity. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 5. Kimi no Koto ga Daidaidaidaidaisuki na 100-nin no Kanojo 2nd Season The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 2 [Bibury Animation Studios] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Seinen Harem, Parody, School Comedy, Romance Second season of Kimi no Koto ga Daidaidaidaidaisuki na 100-nin no Kanojo. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 6. Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon 2nd Season My Happy Marriage Season 2 わたしの幸せな結婚 [Kinema Citrus] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Adult Cast, Historical Drama, Fantasy, Romance The second season of Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 7. Class no Daikirai na Joshi to Kekkon suru Koto ni Natta. I'm Getting Married to a Girl I Hate in My Class クラスの大嫌いな女子と結婚することになった。 [Studio Gokumi, AXsiZ] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Romance There is only one person that high school student Saito Houjou truly cannot stand—and that is his temperamental classmate, Akane Sakuramori. The two have always been on bad terms; their contrasting views and personalities only lead to endless fighting. However, everything changes when Saito's grandfather and Akane's grandmother arrange a sudden meeting and insist that the two get married! Walking down the aisle is the last thing Saito and Akane want, but they are quickly coerced into accepting the ridiculous plan and soon move into a shared house as husband and wife. Although Saito and Akane despise each other, navigating life together under the same roof may just turn their bitter hatred into everlasting love. Forced marriage is SO old and bad that can't find words for this mess. Overall Rating: 5/10 8. Zenshuu. Zenshu 全修。 [MAPPA] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Isekai Action, Fantasy After graduating from high school, Natsuko Hirose starts her career as an animator. Her talent quickly flourishes, and she makes her debut as a director in no time. Her first anime becomes a massive hit, sparking a social phenomenon and earning her recognition as an up-and-coming genius director. Her next project is set to be a romantic comedy movie themed around first love! However, having never been in love herself, Natsuko struggles to understand the concept of first love, and as a result, she's unable to create the storyboard, causing the movie production to come to a standstill. One day, she passes out while working on her storyboard and wakes up in the world of her favorite childhood anime movie "A Tale of Perishing." Isekai into fairy-tale and with cheat skill of anything drawn materializing... sigh. Overall Rating: 5/10 9. Guild no Uketsukejou desu ga, Zangyou wa Iya nanode Boss wo Solo Toubatsu Shiyou to Omoimasu I May Be a Guild Receptionist, but I'll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time ギルドの受付嬢ですが、残業は嫌なのでボスをソロ討伐しようと思います [CloverWorks] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Alina Clover becomes an adventurers' guild receptionist, believing that—unlike the adventurers who risk their lives every day to conquer dungeons—she will enjoy a safe and comfortable career with plenty of benefits. She hates overtime work more than anything, longing for the day when she can finally clock out on time. Sadly, that day has yet to come, as she must constantly trudge through piles upon piles of paperwork. To make matters worse, when adventurers take too long to subjugate a dungeon boss, the backlog only grows, forcing Alina into even more overtime. Whenever her patience runs thin, she dons a disguise and takes care of the boss herself, soon gaining infamy as the enigmatic "Executioner." Alina has managed to keep this secret for two years—until she finishes off a boss assigned to the high-ranking party Silver Sword. Unfortunately for her, the party's eagle-eyed leader, Jade Scrade, deduces her identity, jeopardizing the receptionist's dream of a carefree life. Pretty cool overall, but does not feel like a masterpiece and only dungeon part excites while SOL/romance not so much. Overall Rating: 6/10 10. Honey Lemon Soda ハニーレモンソーダ [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shoujo School Romance First-year high school student Uka Ishimori wants a fresh start. In middle school, Uka was given the nickname "Rocky" by her peers, being misunderstood as having no emotions when she was actually shy and introverted. As a result, Uka was relentlessly bullied and experienced a lonely, isolated school life. Now, Uka is determined to change. During the first week of school, Uka accidentally gets drenched in lemon soda by her classmate Kai Miura—whose cool personality is the complete opposite of hers. After the incident, Uka is surprised when Kai performs small acts of kindness for her, encouraging her to gradually break out of her shell. Like a lemon soda, bubbly and exciting feelings are beginning to stir. Bullied introvert shoujo is deadly boring, serious torture. Overall Rating: 5/10 11. Kono Kaisha ni Suki na Hito ga Imasu I Have a Crush at Work この会社に好きな人がいます [Blade] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Seinen Adult Cast, Workplace Comedy, Romance Coworkers Yui Mitsuya and Masugu Tateishi are the last people anyone would expect to get along—especially with their constant office quarrels. However, looks can be deceiving: they are actually dating! Afraid to lose the peace of their professional lives, Yui and Masugu play up their discord even more to ensure nobody discovers their secret. As awkward situations and close calls pile up, the risk of Yui and Masugu's coworkers catching on increases. Keeping up the pretense is not easy, but with each new day, their relationship only grows stronger. It's trying to hide cohabitation at work rather some romance crush. Ugh, so banal that it's even repulsive. Overall Rating: 5/10 12. Kuroiwa Medaka ni Watashi no Kawaii ga Tsuujinai Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms 黒岩メダカに私の可愛いが通じない [SynergySP] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Shounen Love Status Quo, School Comedy, Romance There is not a single room that Mona Kawai enters where she does not become the center of attention—dealing with this everlasting spotlight is but a fact of her daily life. Mona's absolute confidence in her own charms, however, is shaken when she meets Medaka Kuroiwa, a recent transfer student to her highschool. Unlike all other classmates who constantly fawn over her, Medaka frowns every time they interact. Seeing his disinterest as something to be rectified, Mona pulls out all the stops in the hopes of winning Medaka over, only to be met with one stern face after another. Turns out, Medaka's indifference to Mona stems from his wish to one day become a monk, and hence must leave all worldly desires behind. As the unknowing Mona ramps up her attacks on Medaka, all her antics might lead her into falling for him instead. Teasing anime, but without anything really special. Overall Rating: 5/10 13. Salaryman ga Isekai ni Ittara Shitennou ni Natta Hanashi Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four! サラリーマンが異世界に行ったら四天王になった話 [Geek Toys, CompTown] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Isekai Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Dennosuke Uchimura is your normal, everyday salaryman trying to climb the corporate ladder. But then he’s summoned to a terrifying fantasy world by the Demon Overlord, who offers him a new job—as one of the Heavenly Kings in his army, with full benefits! Uchimura may not have muscles or magic, but he does have an office worker’s skills and savvy. Will they be enough to keep him alive? We've already seen anime about newly appointed demon king general managing logistics and raising overall effectiveness. And I still did not rate it higly even despite the twist. This time it's more logical approach of some five increasing in complexity tasks, but also no twist and no really good characters, and some tasks are done in detective manner. Decent, but there's nothing here for masterpiece status. Overall Rating: 6/10 14. Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun 2 Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 地縛少年花子くん2 [Lerche] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen School Supernatural Second season of Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 15. Ameku Takao no Suiri Karte Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective 天久鷹央の推理カルテ [Project No.9] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adult Cast, Medical Mystery Nestled away on the rooftop of Tenikai General Hospital is the unconventional Department of Investigative Pathology headed by the eccentric Dr. Takao Ameku. The tiny department, consisting of Takao and her sole resident Yuu "Kotori" Takanashi, treats complex cases that most other departments within the hospital cannot resolve on their own. The mystery-obsessed Takao always tries to insert herself into cases that capture her fancy—much to the dismay of her colleagues and the police. Even if her meddling creates more problems for the hospital and those around her, none can deny the brilliance that the young department head exhibits as she weaves a diagnosis together. No matter the specialty, no case is impossible for Takao and a somewhat reluctant Takanashi to solve. Medical detective. Overall Rating: 5/10 16. Fuguushoku "Kanteishi" ga Jitsu wa Saikyou Datta Even Given the Worthless "Appraiser" Class, I’m Actually the Strongest 不遇職【鑑定士】が実は最強だった [Okuruto Noboru] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy In a fantasy world where "jobs" are god-given from birth, heroes are born, not made—and Ein's job of "Appraiser" has put him about as far from the "hero" pedestal as possible. Used, abused, and eventually abandoned by his fellow adventurers, Ein decides it just isn't worth going on. Lucky for Ein, though, the end may just be the beginning, as well as a new lease on life. Turns out, his "worthless" job may just be the key to becoming a hero after all. Another cheat skill flick about learning any skills and gaining all kinds of immunities out of nowhere... that's all I needed to know. Overall Rating: 5/10 17. Izure Saikyou no Renkinjutsushi? Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time いずれ最強の錬金術師? [Studio Comet] (Finished 4/12) Tags: Isekai Adventure, Fantasy Not even a hero, Takumi Iruma gets accidentally mixed in with a group of heroes chosen to be summoned to another world. As compensation for the mix-up, a goddess offers him the right to choose any skill he wishes for! Hoping for a peaceful and quiet life that has nothing to do with fighting or going into battle, he chooses a seemingly boring creation skill. However, it turns out "alchemy" is the most powerful skill that allows him to create everything from a holy sword to flying ships! This cheat skill he unexpectedly acquired turns him into a wealthy merchant and makes him undefeatable in battles! A heartwarming adventure story about (possibly) the most powerful alchemist in another world! The level of cheesiness increased gradually and by the end of 4th episode nausea got unbearable. Overall Rating: 5/10 18. Hazure Skill "Kinomi Master": Skill no Mi (Tabetara Shinu) wo Mugen ni Taberareru You ni Natta Ken ni Tsuite Bogus Skill <<Fruitmaster>>: About That Time I Became Able to Eat Unlimited Numbers of Skill Fruits (That Kill You) [Asahi Production] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Light has obtained a bogus skill known as "Fruitmaster", a skill that specializes in the cultivation of fruits. Weighed down by the vast difference between him and his childhood friend who became an S-Rank adventurer, he spends his days working the farm and practicing his swordsmanship. However, one day, he accidentally eats a second skill fruit, which normally results in death...but not only does he miraculously survive, he discovers that his bogus skill actually contains a secret ability! Freaking cheat skill AGAIN. Overall Rating: 5/10 19. Akuyaku Reijou Tensei Ojisan From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad's Been Reincarnated! [Ajia-do] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Seinen Isekai, School, Villainess Comedy, Fantasy Although Kenzaburou Tondabayashi is a 52-year-old bureaucrat, he is well versed in reincarnation stories where a protagonist suddenly awakens in a fantasy world. After being hit by a truck, Kenzaburou lands in that exact situation. However, what baffles him is the fact he wound up in the world of an otome game—as the young villainess and the daughter of a duke, Grace Auvergne. Fortunately for Kenzaburou, he is somewhat familiar with his new world, as it is based on the game called Magical Academy: Love & Beast. He was a proud father in his previous life, and he often listened to his daughter rave about the game's setting and characters. Armed with background knowledge and a lifetime's worth of dad skills, Kenzaburou strives to make the most of his new life, though his kind-hearted nature makes it difficult to fully embrace the role of a villainess. Villainess. Overall Rating: 5/10 20. Nihon e Youkoso Elf-san. Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! 日本へようこそエルフさん。 [Zero-G] (Finished 4/12) Tags: Isekai Comedy, Fantasy Since childhood, Kazuhiro Kitase has been able to dream of a different world. He can return to reality by falling asleep or dying, and he can pick up where he left off by sleeping again. For years, he has had many adventures alongside Mariabelle, a beautiful elf who works for the Sorcery Guild. On one of their escapades, they come across the lair of a dragon taking care of its eggs. They inadvertently wake the slumbering beast, who promptly reduces them to ashes. For Kazuhiro, it is merely a temporary setback, as he can simply go back. However, he is shocked to find Mariabelle herself safe and sound asleep next to him. Kazuhiro realizes that his dream world is an alternate reality altogether. In the meantime, he makes the most of this bizarre circumstance, introducing Mariabelle to the sights and wonders of Japan. Now, with their time together spanning two worlds, their real adventures have just begun! Basically, it's fantasy SOL or something close to it - definitely without any story. Overall Rating: 5/10 21. S-Rank Monster no "Behemoth" dakedo, Neko to Machigawarete Elf Musume no Pet toshite Kurashitemasu Beheneko: The Elf-Girl's Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster! Sランクモンスターの《ベヒーモス》だけど、猫と間違われてエルフ娘の騎士（ペット）として暮らしてます [Zero-G, Saber Works] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Seinen Reincarnation Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Ecchi Nobody asked to be a cat! After dying in a fight against the forces of evil, a knight is shocked to discover that instead of being reborn as a hero of humanity, he starts his new life as a behemoth-one of the most powerful monsters in the world! The only problem is that a baby behemoth looks an awful lot like...an adorable house cat?! Things grow even more confusing when a beautiful elf adventurer rescues him from the brink of death rather than finishing him off. This house-cat-slash-knight's baffling journey is just getting started... Cheat skill.... Overall Rating: 5/10 22. A-Rank Party wo Ridatsu shita Ore wa, Moto Oshiego-tachi to Meikyuu Shinbu wo Mezasu. I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths! Aランクパーティを離脱した俺は、元教え子たちと迷宮深部を目指す。 [Bandai Namco Pictures] (Finished 10+/24) Tags: Harem Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Romance "I can't do this anymore!" Yuke Feldio, a red mage, just left his adventurer A-Rank party. After being mistreated as a handyman and ridiculed for five years, he finally snapped! And so began his desolate, unemployed life... or so he thought! Through a stroke of luck, Yuke is welcomed into an all-female adventurer party comprised of his former students!! As they defeat dungeons one after another, Yuke's true strength is gradually revealed! As it turns out, this red mage wields extraordinary magic and skills?! Concept is actually quite close to "The Healer Who Was Banished From His Party, Is, in Fact, the Strongest" that received masterpiece from me already. But this one goes much further and manages to continue narration in a different field. So can't deny it masterpiece status, but can't rate too high either as character designs are rather simple, and apart of MC characters aren't fleshed out much. Overall Rating: 7/10 23. Ao no Exorcist: Yosuga-hen Blue Exorcist: The Blue Night Saga 青の祓魔師 終夜篇 [Studio VOLN] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Mythology, School Action, Supernatural Unlike his twin brother, Yukio, Rin Okumura never wished to know about their parents and the circumstances surrounding his own birth. Yet the master of time, Mephisto Pheles, gives Rin a key that transports him 40 years into the past when his late mother, Yuri Frederick Egin, was merely a child. With Mephisto's guidance, Rin leaps through the years of Yuri's childhood and her adolescence as an exorcist-in-training. Early on, Yuri meets Shirou Fujimoto, Rin and Yukio's adoptive father. As Rin follows Yuri and Shirou's lives, he witnesses firsthand the initial appearances of Satan, his true father, and the horrors unfolding at the True Cross Order's special Section 13. Yuri's unique connection to Satan eventually leads Rin to the truth behind the most horrific event in exorcist history and the day he and Yukio were born—the Blue Night. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 24. Around 40 Otoko no Isekai Tsuuhan The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World アラフォー男の異世界通販 [East Fish Studio] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen Harem, Isekai Fantasy The story of a middle aged man doing whatever he wants with the power of 1-click online shopping! Kenichi, a single man in his 40s, is transported into another world for no apparent reason. As he tries to escape a dangerous forest teaming with monsters, he realizes he has the power to access to a huge online store. By using this power to exchange goods he found in this new world for cash, and then buying modern ones off the internet, he was able to quickly create a very popular business. However, his goal is to have a slow and leisurely life. Instead of growing his business even more, he decides to settle down and live off of the power of Jeff Bezos. The mail order life of a middle aged man in other world begins now! Online shopping to fantasy world is such a lousy concept that I feel nothing but cringe. Overall Rating: 5/10 25. Botsuraku Yotei no Kizoku dakedo, Hima Datta kara Mahou wo Kiwametemita I'm a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic 没落予定の貴族だけど、暇だったから魔法を極めてみた [Studio Deen, Marvy Jack] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Adventure, Fantasy What's a guy to do when his life suddenly changes while innocently enjoying a nice, cold drink after work? And I mean really changes. This middle-aged commoner now finds himself in the body of Liam Hamilton, the young son of a noble house teetering on the brink of collapse. Between his fervidly desperate father and his utterly apathetic brothers, the only bright side to his new situation is that Liam can finally try learning magic like he's always wanted. Little does he know his hobby of choice may be about to turn his life upside-down yet again! Will Liam be able to master the craft of magic? And will it be enough to save him from the shadow looming over his family...? So banal, super convenient and pompous magician advancement that I want to puke. Overall Rating: 5/10 26. Übel Blatt Ubel Blatt Übel Blatt～ユーベルブラット～ [Satelight, Staple Entertainment] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Seinen Action, Adventure, Fantasy Rumors stir throughout the land: when the wielder of the black sword draws his dark blade, all who stand in its path are torn asunder...! Köinzell, the mysterious young boy who carries the black sword, undeniably wields it with exceptional skill, but can he truly be responsible for the bloody rumors? Pursued by the Traitorous Lances, four powerful warriors who were thought to have been defeated by the Seven Heroes, the strength of the young swordsman will be tested to its limit. At battle's end, only the shocking truth of Köinzell's quest will stand above the corpses of his enemies... An epic fantasy on the grandest of scales! Dark fantasy with only grades of grey don't come often, so can't just ignore its coolness. At the same time, it's just a big revenge story full of action, and can't say I'm all that invested for a firm masterpiece. Overall Rating: 7/10 27. Okinawa de Suki ni Natta Ko ga Hougen Sugite Tsurasugiru Okitsura: Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl, but I Just Wish I Know What She's Saying 沖縄で好きになった子が方言すぎてツラすぎる [Millepensee] (Finished 4/12) Tags: Love Polygon, School Comedy, Romance When Teruaki Nakamura transfers to laid-back Okinawa, he falls for the lively Kyan-san—but her dialect is a complete mystery to him. With Higa-san translating, Teru's misunderstanding-filled island life takes off...and subtle hints suggest Higa-san might want his heart too. On this serene island, love flows as freely as the ocean breeze! Normal tourist attraction series, but brave enough to be blunt about it instead of being about some Kyoto traditional dancers and boring stuff like that. Bright, easygoing, informative, but not outstanding. Overall Rating: 6/10 28. Medalist メダリスト [ENGI] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Seinen Performing Arts Drama, Sports Tsukasa Akeuraji always dreamed of becoming a competitive solo figure skater, but starting too late in life meant his ambitions never got off the ground. Now barely scraping by, he takes on an assistant coach job, resigned to a future far from the one he once imagined. Before his first day, Tsukasa meets Inori Yuitsuka, a shy fifth grader sneaking into the rink to practice. Captivated by figure skating, but held back by her mother's overprotectiveness and her own self-doubt, Inori has never been encouraged to pursue her passion until she encounters Tsukasa. Beneath her personality lies great potential, waiting to be unlocked with the right guidance. Moved by Inori's determination to change and reminded of his own struggles, Tsukasa offers to coach and help her chase the dream she has been too afraid to voice. While the road ahead is long and filled with unfamiliar challenges and rival skaters, Inori dedicates herself to the art and strives to one day reach the Olympics and become a medalist. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 29. Unnamed Memory Act.2 Unnamed Memory Season 2 [ENGI] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance Second season of Unnamed Memory. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 30. NEET Kunoichi to Nazeka Dousei Hajimemashita I'm Living with an Otaku NEET Kunoichi!? ニートくノ一となぜか同棲はじめました [Quad] (Finished 3/24) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Supernatural Tsukasa Atsumi is a salaryman who leads an ordinary, solitary life. On his way back from work one evening, he is saved from a demon attack by a mysterious woman in a ninja outfit. Introducing herself as Shizuri Ideura, she claims that demons target people like Tsukasa, who have Samurai Blood in their veins, and that her kind have been protecting them from the shadows. Told by Shizuri that the attacks are going to become more frequent, Tsukasa makes a deal to provide her with housing in exchange for his safety. To his surprise, he quickly finds out that Shizuri is a shut-in who loves to play video games whenever she is not busy with her ninja duties. As the two spend more time together, Tsukasa grows to appreciate Shizuri's company—and his feelings just might be mutual. Pretty useless and effortless. Comedy is weak. Overall Rating: 5/10 31. Magic Maker: Isekai Mahou no Tsukurikata Magic Maker: How to Make Magic in Another World マジック・メイカー －異世界魔法の作り方－ [Studio Deen] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Fantasy A 30-year-old man who dreams of becoming a wizard suddenly loses his life. Reincarnated in another world as a young child named Shion, he grows up alongside Marie, his dependable older sister who adores him. Shion eagerly anticipates using magical powers, but he discovers that the new world seemingly does not have any magic. He spends the ensuing years as a gloomy and dejected child until a mystical phenomenon at a nearby lake catches the siblings' attention and breathes life back into his magical dream. While experimenting on the peculiar light emanating from the water, Shion finally confirms that magical energy really exists. It may not be convenient for anything just yet, but Shion devotes his time to studying the anomaly, determined to uncover all the existing wonders in his quest to make magic. Slow, banal and with poor story so far, so can't even rate it averagely due to recycled material. Overall Rating: 5/10 32. Sentai Red Isekai de Boukensha ni Naru The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World 戦隊レッド 異世界で冒険者になる [Satelight] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Shounen Isekai Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy The Red Ranger, Tougo Asagaki, finds himself transported to another world in the middle of a fierce battle against forces of evil. Upon arriving, he quickly makes a name for himself as an adventurer and takes on a job from a young mage named Yihdra Arvoln. With his eccentric powers and frenzied personality, Tougo blazes through the mission with her. After the quest, Tougo and Yihdra begin adventuring together with their respective goals. Tougo strives to help as many as possible in the new world and find a way back home, while Yihdra desires to redeem her family lineage of mages and make magic accessible to everyone. Along their journey, the duo discover the limitations yet endless potential of the bonds they forge as they overcome adversities to achieve their aspirations. Cringy and hardly benefitting in any way anime from such extravagant concept. Overall Rating: 5/10 33. Hana wa Saku, Shura no Gotoku Flower and Asura 花は咲く、修羅の如く [Studio Bind] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Seinen School Drama Hana lives on the small island of Tonakijima, with a population of 600, and loves reading to the island's children. Mizuki, the president of the school's broadcasting club, notices Hana's talent for engaging others through her storytelling and invites her to join the club. As Hana embarks on this new journey, she experiences many "firsts" with the broadcasting club members, deepening her love for reading even more. Wow, spokon-like competition on something as boring as poetic reading. Not a pleasant surprise. Overall Rating: 5/10 34. Ishura 2nd Season 異修羅 第2期 [Passione] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Gore, Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy Second season of Ishura. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 35. Grisaia: Phantom Trigger グリザイア:ファントムトリガー [Bibury Animation Studios] (Finished 1/13) Tags: School Action Several years after The Fruit of Grisaia... What was once "Mihama Academy," a sanctuary for young girls, has now been transformed into a SORD (Special Organization for Research & Development) training school dedicated to fostering talent for national defense. Rena and Maki specialize in firearms, Tohka and Gumi excel at sniping, Chris handles explosives and data processing, and Murasaki is a skilled ninja for intelligence operations. Together, they take on cases too complex for the police or Self-Defense Forces, repeatedly facing dangerous missions. This is the story of these young girls, painted in blood and gunpowder. Sequel. Overall Rating: 6/10 36. Kisaki Kyouiku kara Nigetai Watashi I Want to Escape from Princess Lessons 妃教育から逃げたい私 [EMT Squared] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Romance Duchess Leticia Dorman has been betrothed to Crown Prince Clarke since age seven. She was once a rambunctious and free-spirited child, but the strict education she’s receiving to make her a fit future princess has really put a cramp in her lifestyle. Her only hope is that the prince might someday take an interest in someone else—so when Clarke shows up to a royal ball with an unknown woman at his side, Lettie is overcome with delight, presuming her dream has come true and her engagement has been broken off! She wastes no time retreating to an easygoing countryside life, but her newfound peace is cut short when the prince shows up and claims she’s still his fiancée! Clarke is determined to win Lettie over and marry her, while Lettie is determined to resist his charms and escape! Who will emerge victorious in this heart-pounding battle of wills? Forced marriage and abusive relations don't look fun to me. Overall Rating: 5/10 37. Tasokare Hotel 誰ソ彼ホテル [PRA] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Fantasy, Mystery Situated within an endless twilight, the Tasogare Hotel welcomes anyone stuck between life and death. Unaware of their fate, guests must regain lost memories through mementos hidden in their designated hotel room. Most guests pass on or return to the world of living within days, while few others find themselves staying at the hotel for much longer than usual. Neko Tsukahara, a young woman with an expressionless face, finds herself at this hotel. As she is guided along by the staff, Neko regains enough of her memories to become invested in the plights of the other guests. Solving the guests' affairs and the mystery behind the hotel turns out to be too interesting of a situation to pass up; Neko decides that simply being a guest is not enough to satisfy her curiosity. Supernatural amnesia horror mystery is absolutely outside my sphere of interests. Overall Rating: 5/10 38. BanG Dream! Ave Mujica Ave Mujica: The Die is Cast [SANZIGEN] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Music Drama The day Sakiko Togawa's privileged life crumbled, she painfully broke her vow to CRYCHIC and left the band behind—an act that tore her heart in two. As days fade into nights, she struggles to make ends meet until a certain cherished memory is tainted, pushing her to the edge. Driven by a fractured sense of purpose and the need to reclaim what she lost, Sakiko forms Ave Mujica, a masked symphonic metal band. Its members are bound not by a shared goal but by the fragile threads of their divergent desires. Together, they weave a haunting masquerade of loss and rebirth, captivating audiences with a gothic musical stage play. But as the girls' ideals collide, the scars of their pasts rear their ugly heads. The brittle facade the girls have built threatens to collapse beneath them, bringing Sakiko to the verge of falling apart. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 39. Mahoutsukai no Yakusoku Promise of Wizard 魔法使いの約束 [LIDENFILMS] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai Fantasy On a moonlit night, Akira Masaki finds herself in a magical world where wizards and humans coexist. Every year, they must face an enormous, deadly moon that attacks the planet. Their only hope lies with the Wizards of the Sage, appointed to fight the supernatural threat. But Akira soon discovers she wasn't summoned by chance—she was chosen to lead them in battle. Ugh, reverse harem. Overall Rating: 5/10 40. Momentary Lily もめんたりー・リリィ [GoHands] (Finished 3/13) Tags: Action Robotic invaders wiped out all life, but Renge fights to survive using her powers. With no memories, she roams the city until she meets five other young women, each with unique abilities. Together, they make the most of their lives, cooking delicious meals between battles with mechanical monstrosities. As they uncover the secrets of their powers and pasts, they find strength in their friendship. Feels like a typical apocalyptic game setting with some action, some SOL, cheap emotions and all those irritating gourmet extracts. Overall Rating: 5/10 41. Sorairo Utility (TV) Sorairo Utility 空色ユーティリティ [Yostar Pictures] (Finished 1/12) Tags: CGDCT Sports Avid gacha player Minami Aoba finds herself at an impasse when her favorite game announces the end of its live service. Left adrift without her beloved characters, she realizes she has been wasting her first year of high school and sets out to try different clubs to find a new, more productive hobby. However, the harsh truth sets in that she is completely unfit for pretty much every sport her school's clubs have to offer. One fateful afternoon, Minami stumbles upon a golf driving range after helping an old man carry his equipment there. Inside, she meets Haruka Akane, who promptly introduces her to the sport. Much like her previous attempts at athletics, Minami has no natural talent for golf, but something about the rhythm of swinging the club captivates her. Finally, Minami feels the spark of genuine excitement that she has been looking for—a new obsession within her reach. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 42. Farmagia FARMAGIA（ファーマギア） [Bridge] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy After the death of Felicidad's ruler, the despotic overlord Glaza seizes power and imposes an oppressive regime on the world's inhabitants. As for Ten and his fellow Farmagia friends, they command an army of monsters as they explore and battle across the treacherous lands of the Underworld, collecting resources to take back to their farm. There they'll upgrade their skills as a Farmagia, growing more monsters to nurture, and developing their new traits to aid in their battle against Glaza and the Oración Seis. Looks like childish silly pet battle shounen. Overall Rating: 5/10 43. Mahoutsukai Precure!! Mirai Days Witchy Pretty Cure!! Mirai Days 魔法つかいプリキュア！！～MIRAI DAYS～ [Toei Animation, Studio Deen] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Mahou Shoujo Action Second season of Mahoutsukai Precure!. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 44. Sousei no Aquarion: Myth of Emotions Aquarion: Myth of Emotions 想星のアクエリオン Myth of Emotions [Satelight] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Mecha Action, Sci-Fi "Remember, when you had wings." In response to a wish from 12,000 years ago, a broken heart connects. When the sun, moon, and Mars meet, a new melody of fusion flows! Enoshima is a small island floating in the Shonan Sea. On its beautiful and tranquil beach, there is the "Private Enoshima Academy." The school gathers talented children from all over the country, and provides them with a gifted education using the latest equipment. Sakko, Rimiya, and Toshi, who have been selected as students in the special reinforcement class "Elements," are ordered to pilot the "Vector Machine," a fighter plane powered by the power of emotion, and are forced to fight against the mysterious invasion weapon "Mythical Beasts." In the middle of the battle, guided by a mysterious vision, Sakko shouts out... "Planetary Fusion! Go, Aquarion!" At the end of repeated reincarnation, the mechanical heavenly wing Aquarion appears. The boys and girls, burdened with their destinies, will come face to face with the truth of the universe as the mysterious organization Space Egg Society and the intentions of adults intersect... This is a grand myth of love spun with one's own feelings and the survival of the universe at stake. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 45. Kimi to Idol Precure♪ You and Idol Precure♪ キミとアイドルプリキュア♪ [Toei Animation] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Mahou Shoujo Action Uta Sakura is a lively and energetic middle school student who loves singing. One day, while walking her dog, she encounters a cute, peach-like fairy named Purirun, who is searching for the Legendary Protectors "Idol Precure." Purirun's hometown, KirakiLand, was a peaceful, sparkly place but has been forced into darkness by the villainous Darkine, leader of the Chokkiri Gang. Uta decides to help Purirun search for cheerful and happy people to become the Precure so KirakiLand can become bright again. Suddenly, the Chokkiri gang arrive in Hanamichi Town, Uta's hometown, and steal the sparkles from the townspeople. Uta decides to illuminate the darkness with sparkles from her song and is granted the power to transform into the Legendary Protector, Cure Idol. Precure. Overall Rating: 5/10 46. UniteUp! Uni:Birth UniteUp! -Uni:Birth- [CloverWorks] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Idols (Male), Music Slice of Life Second season of UniteUp! Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 47. Kinnikuman: Kanpeki Chоujin Shiso-hen Season 2 Kinnikuman: Perfect Origin Arc Season 2 キン肉マン 完璧超人始祖編 Season2 [Production I.G] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Shounen Comedy, Sports Second season of Kinnikuman: Kanpeki Chоujin Shiso-hen. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 48. Cardfight!! Vanguard: Divinez Deluxe-hen カードファイト!! ヴァンガード Divinez デラックス編 [Kinema Citrus, GIFTanimation, Studio Jemi] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Strategy Game Action A tournament to decide the strongest Vanguard cardfighter "Deluxe," Akina and the other fighters have received an invitation to the tournament. This time, many legendary fighters will also be participating! Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 49. Kankin Kuiki Level X 2nd Season Lockdown Zone: Lv. X Season 2 監禁区域レベルX 第2期 [Imagica Infos, Imageworks Studio] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Horror, Mystery Second season of Kankin Kuiki Level X. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 50. Mashin Souzouden Wataru 魔神創造伝ワタル [Bandai Namco Pictures] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Mecha Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi New Wataru project. Remake. Overall Rating: 5/10 51. Chao Neng Lifang The Super Cube [Big Firebird Culture] (Finished 3/?) Tags: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi In an accident, Wang Xiaoxiu, an ordinary teenager, obtains a space system "Super Cube" from a high-latitude cosmic civilization, thus possessing extraordinary abilities. After being confessed to by Shen Yao, the schoolgirl whom he has long been in love with, Wang Xiaoxiu annoys Sun Jun, an undesirable young man who is also Shen Yao's suitor. Wang Xiaoxiu relies on his resourcefulness and extraordinary ability to defuse the crisis, but it also leads to more trouble. Shen Yao is taken by a mysterious man to the world of extraordinary people, and Wang Xiaoxiu embarks on a journey to save Shen Yao. Together with Xiao Xiu, he fights in the world of light and strange, interpreting fairness and justice on his way to becoming a supremely powerful man! Rather typical of Chinese anime action with system of power growth and scaling. Lacks anything original or surprising to go on. Overall Rating: 6/10 52. Shiye Mowang 失业魔王 [-] (Finished 5/26) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance He was the king of the demon world that had been laid off because of complaints. She was the hero that had lost her position because she failed in her crusade. Fate bound these two together, and they began a journey filled with mysteries and to pay off their debts. For Chinese parody it's actually decent. But it does not mean I really like it or want to finish watching it. Overall Rating: 6/10 53. Chang Ge Xing The Legend of Princess Chang-Ge 长歌行 [-] (Finished 3/?) Tags: Historical Action, Adventure, Drama Shortly after astrology predicts destruction to befall the Tang Dynasty, a coup d'état led by the crown prince Li's very own brother kills him and his wife and sons. Li's daughter, princess Yongning, manages to escape, but is soon declared dead alongside her family. Full of wrath, the princess swears to avenge them as she takes on the identity of a young man, Li Chang Ge, and moves to the Shou province to advance her goals. Li Chang Ge uses her wits to gain the trust of the Shou emperor and swiftly climbs the military ranks as a brilliant strategist. Captivatingly drawn, Song of the Long March portrays the feisty girl's adolescent journey toward countless unknown adventures, faithful comradeship, as well as formidable enmity awaiting her along the way. Definitely watchable and well done story about revenge of betrayed princess. But is it really interesting? For me not so much, especially since Chinese elements are presented in excess. Overall Rating: 6/10 54. Junzi Wu Ji Everything is Fine with the Emperor 君子无疾 [-] (Finished 2/?) Tags: Historical Fantasy, Romance The down-and-out fairy Yao Ji who traveled through time and space! The young Liu Ling who needed to see himself found the magic stone. The two reached a cooperation and found the concubines with special skills to teach them. Liu Ling successfully started his journey to the East Palace. As they spent time together day and night, he suddenly found that he had different feelings for Yao Ji... Wuxia isekai... for me it's a waste of time. Overall Rating: 6/10 55. Nizhan Zhilu 逆战之路 [-] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Fantasy, Sci-Fi The series tells the story of how Gray, a visitor from another world, and Lu Lin, a human warrior, unite to fight against the tyrant of Xuanwu and the dark demons in the divine world of the Origin Continent. Not translated. Overall Rating: 0/10 56. AOTU Shijie Reborn AOTU World Reborn 凹凸世界 Reborn [-] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Shounen Space, Survival Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Suspense The Creator of Aotu World is a reckless God who created a universe full of inequality, but also gave the people a chance to change their destiny- Just participate in the "Aotu Tournament" and utilize the "Special Abilities" granted by the system. Pass rounds of cruel tests and strive for the ultimate victory! Now, the tournament, which has been suspended for 100 years, has been reopened. Our protagonist, King, decides to enter the tournament in order to change the fate of his planet, Dengru, and find his sister... Crude primitive childish shounen competition. Overall Rating: 5/10 57. Project Sekai Movie: Kowareta Sekai to Utaenai Miku Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't Sing 劇場版プロジェクトセカイ 壊れたセカイと歌えないミク [P.A. Works] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Music At a CD store, Ichika Hoshino hears a song by Miku that she has never heard before. On the monitor, she sees a "Hatsune Miku" in a form she has never seen before, and couldn't help say it out loud, "Miku!?" Miku was surprised at the voice, her eyes meet Ichika's, but she disappears shortly after. Later, after a live performance on the street, the Miku that Ichika saw before appears on her smartphone. Miku looks sad and downcast, and when Ichika quietly asks Miku about her story, she tells Ichika that there are people to whom she wants to deliver her songs, but no matter how much she sings, her songs are not reaching them. Miku, who saw Ichika singing to the hearts of many people at her live performances, thought that if she learns more about Ichika, she can do the same, and came to Ichika. Ichika smiles at Miku and says, "If it's all right with me." And a new story of Hatsune Miku and the boys and girls begins—. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 58. Make a Girl [Yasuda Genshou Studio by Xenotoon] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Romance, Sci-Fi Taking place in the near future, Akira Mizutame, a brilliant young scientist who developed Salt, a robot that assists people in their daily lives, finds himself at a dead end after a series of failed inventions. When a friend suggests he could "power up" his personal life by creating a girlfriend. He develops an artificial partner, "No. 0," who quite literally becomes his girlfriend. Torn between her programmed emotions and her own evolving feelings, No. 0 faces an emotional conflict. Will love blossom between her and Akira, who is unused to connecting with others, or...? Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 59. Shinran: Jinsei no Mokuteki 親鸞 人生の目的 [Aurochs] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Historical A historical entertainment film that depicts the life of Saint Shinran, focusing on his youth. The story is set about 850 years ago, in the turbulent times from the end of the Heian period to the Kamakura period. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 60. Toemarok Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning 퇴마록 [Locus Corporation] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Mythology Action, Horror, Supernatural A doctor-turned-priest, Father Park was excommunicated for performing exorcisms by a church that refused to believe in the supernatural beings preying on the innocent. When his long-time friend, a monk from a secretive and magic-wielding temple, calls upon him to protect a naïve yet powerful child from his corrupt master. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 61. Ranbi Wa A Story About Fire 燃比娃 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Fantasy Movie tells the story of a monkey who grew up in a human tribe in ancient times. He followed his mother Awubaji's footsteps to the sacred mountain to find the secret of "warmth". After going through many dangers, he took the fire from the mouth of the "beast of fear", his whole body caught fire and his hair fell off, and he finally achieved nirvana and became an adult. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 62. Zao Wang Chuan 灶王传 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy The old Kitchen God resigned due to diabetes, and the new Kitchen God Shen took over. Shen's harshness caused the people to resent him. Without the support of the people, Shen lost all his magical powers, causing the sealed ancient beast to harm the world. Shen came down to earth and defeated the beast with the help of the young man Ba Jin and others. He also understood how to become a qualified god who cares about the people. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10

After all, only Kou Kou Kyoushi (1993) really stood out for me, but lots of nice yet not outstanding titles as well. 1. Ghost Husband (1993) [鬼丈夫] (Finished 1/22) Tags: Historical, Romance, Drama Chi Hsuan meets Yuan Le Mei at a masked dance and falls in love with her. However, the mother of Yuan Le Mei doesn't approve of them being together. After Chi Hsuan saves Yuan Le Mei, they are allowed to marry, but on the eve of their marriage, Chi Hsuan is injured by a fire and left with scars on his face. He hides his identity with a mask and is afraid to face Yuan Le Mei again while Yuan Le Mei mourns the loss of her lover. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 2. Onegai Demon! (1993) [お願いデーモン！] (Finished 1/5) Tags: Mystery, Comedy, Romance, Supernatural Demon Ichiro is a demon who lives with his demonic sisters undercover in the human world. Once in a thousand years, demons are supposed to marry a human woman and have a child, and this Christmas is the deadline. But Ichiro doesn't care about it. He is just working at school as a teacher. The new female colleague appears, but before that, they met accidentally... Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 3. The Edge of Righteousness (1993) [龍兄鼠弟] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Crime, Drama, Medical Fashion drama describes the story of a paranoid doctor fighting a murderer. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 4. Tokugawa Bugei Cho Yagyu Sandai No Ken (1993) [徳川武芸帳 柳生三代の剣] (Finished 2/13) Tags: Historical, Drama, Political A 12 hours long drama depicting the three generations of Yagyu swordsmen, in connection with the political events of the early Edo period. Yagyu Sekishusai is a consummate swordsman teaching the Yagyu Shinkage style of fencing from his family dojo. His ambition has always been to achieve fame for the Yagyu clan. His son Munenori hangs around with the local ninja children and frequently avoids practice to do so. As a result, the father considers the son to be weak and is harsh and disparaging both in training and in personal life. After Munenori's older brother is injured during the Battle of Sekigahara, Sekishusai decides to name his grandson Hyogonosuke as his successor as head of the Yagyu Shinkage school, considering Munenori to be unworthy of the position. Munenori witnesses his 'mutodori' technique of unarmed combat against a weapon-bearing opponent and then sets out to develop his own style based not on the desire to kill but to defend one's self. He becomes a master in his own right while forming a strong alliance with the Tokugawa who ascend to take power in the land. Munenori becomes a highly-placed key vassal for the Tokugawa, initially as sword instructor and then as Minister of Justice. He also helps to institute the draconian policies of suppression designed to quell any opposition to Tokugawa rule thereby bringing peace to the nation. This viewpoint is not appreciated by his son Yagyu Jubei Mitsuyoshi who is opposed to what he sees as underhanded tactics, regardless of their eventual results "for the greater good". Father and son must put aside their differences in order to confront a plot that could de-stabilise the country. Banal concept as samurai reveals conspiracies and curruption and fights those. Overall Rating: 5/10 5. Kou Kou Kyoushi (1993) [高校教師] (Finished 11/11) Tags: Psychological, Romance, Drama, Melodrama The life of the lead character has been a series of embarrassing events beyond his control. Yet his fate is sealed when he falls in love with one of his students, with a passion that seems to intensify in the face of social mores. This drama explores the complex emotions that lead to forbidden paths of infatuation. Pretty sure it's classic as even I managed to have watched it before and since it's got a remake. Today it looks strange with all the harassment and abusive relations, but it has old time magic and really has scent of 1990s as well as classic literature vibes. Overall Rating: 7/10 6. The Third Republic (1993) [제3공화국] (Finished 1/26) Tags: Military, Historical, Drama, Political It depicts the third republic of 1960s-1970s from the viewpoint of brewing mutiny inside it. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 7. The Vampire Returns (1993) [大頭綠衣鬥殭屍] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Mystery, Horror, Romance, Supernatural In the behinning of 20th century China emperror was too weak to rule, wars broke out everywhere in the world while demons and monsters went rampant. Taoist master and his apprentices start fighting zombies and befriending ghosts in Hong Kong. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 8. Hitotsu Yane no Shita (1993) [ひとつ屋根の下] (Finished 4/12) Tags: Life, Drama, Family A car accident killed a couple, orphaning their six children. At that time, the eldest child, Tatsuya, was only 18 and had to attend marathon training. Lacking the confidence to take good care of his siblings, he separately relocated them to the homes of their relatives and adopters. However, after seven years and a career-ending injury, Tatsuya decides to reunite his brothers and sisters to live together under one roof. To his disappointment, he is met with resentment and discord. Nice drama about family values, but mostly about fooling around. And that's what averts me. Since everyone has to fool around most of the time, it feels unnatural and forced while exaggerated reactions and antics only irritate. Two characters are purely like this, and they are given way too much time to test my patience. Other more serious lines are simplified, sometimes to ridiculous amounts. Alas, it's not something that I enjoy. Overall Rating: 6/10 10. Oka no Ue no Himawari (1993) [丘の上の向日葵] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Life Film company engineer Kohei is on his way home one night when he sees a woman taken ill at a train station. He ensures that she gets home safely, at which point the woman, Fumi, tells him, she has conceived, birthed, and raised his child. Actors are actually nice, and mood is serious. But after slightly playful and mysterious setup in first episode the next two are completely empty not moving anything and just consisting of empty interactions with only minor details. So it's definitely above average, just not finding it exciting enough for a masterpiece. Overall Rating: 6/10 11. Chance (1993) [チャンス!] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Music, Comedy, Drama Yuji was once a top rock star. He comes back to Japan after the two years of US life. Nobody pays attention to him any more. Aoi who becomes his manager tries very hard to get work for him. He still has pride. Finally by Aoi's effort he can hold a concert. Arrogant unpopular musician and diligent manager play repeats over and over with rather unsatisfying comedy. And since even actors lack apeal for me here, I'd rate it as ordinary. Overall Rating: 5/10 12. Double Kitchen (1993) [ダブル・キッチン] (Finished 2/11) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Family A heartwarming situation comedy about a newlywed couple sharing a house with the husband's parents in a suburb of Tokyo. Ordinary situations become hilarious cross-generational battlegrounds, as the wife and her mother-in-law pursue vastly different images of the ideal family. Typical conflicts of two families cohabitation. Banal, repetitive, sour. Overall Rating: 5/10 13. Watashitte Busu Dattano? (1993) [わたしってブスだったの?] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Romance, Drama Determined never to be defeated, the heroine of this story is economically independent. Yet with each passing year, she experiences greater isolation and uneasiness. Her quest to live with integrity, despite the scars of previous battles, raises deep questions of how anyone can find their own way through these times. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 14. Subarashiki Kana Jinsei (1993) [素晴らしきかな人生] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Romance, Drama Yume (Asano) is a single mother raising a now teenage daughter, Haruka, by herself. She has trouble trusting men, as Haruka's real father Kunio left before Haruka was born, and her first marriage ended when her husband cheated on her. It is then though that she meets Kunio's younger brother, Mitsugu (played by Oda). He falls for her immediately, and sets out to win her heart despite her disbelief. Absolutely can't stand Asano Atsuko and her same weird role of chased fatal woman repeating over and over again. Overall Rating: 5/10 15. Kacho-san no Yakudoshi (1993) [課長サンの厄年] (Finished 2/13) Tags: Comedy Assigned to Tokyo, a mid-level manager in the prime of his career receives a mysterious warning and suddenly finds himself ambushed by one misfortune after another. His family is also affected; even they had never known such a run of bad luck, and subordinates as well are left bewildered at the wicked turns their lives take. Totally normal workspace cheerful drama, but I just can't call it comedy. The fact that it's all about luck and unluck does not help either. Overall Rating: 5/10 16. Homura Tatsu (1993) [炎立つ] (Finished 2/35) Tags: Historical, Drama This Taiga Drama based on the novel (written for TV) by Katsuhiko Takahashi. Homura Tatsu (roughly means On Fire) tells the story of the Oushu Fujiwara clan spanning generations, 140 years in the late Heian era. They established their domain in Touhoku area (North-east area of Japan), independent from the rule of Minamoto clan. Heian is the most boring period of Japanese history for me, and Fujiwara rule the most boring part of the period, so I'm higly prejudiced against this piece from the start. And first episodes only confirmed my worst expectations. Overall Rating: 5/10 17. Akuma no Kiss (1993) [悪魔のＫＩＳＳ] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Life, Youth, Drama Misao is studying to be a manga artist, Mariko is a university student but getting money by various dangerous ways and Sachiko is working diligently but spends money on the dangerous religion. This drama shows many problems in which young people these days are involved. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 18. Dare Ni Mo Ienai (1993) [ 誰にも言えない] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Mystery, Drama A happily married woman is suddenly confronted with a painful past when her old boyfriend moves next door. Blinded by the pursuit of power and status, he had abandoned her to marry the daughter of a company president. Now, she must once again journey through a minefield of love and hate to guard her marriage and her own integrity. Abuse stalker mystery with unappealing actors playing dumb roles is one of the worst things I sampled. Overall Rating: 5/10 19. Asunaro Hakusho (1993) [あすなろ白書] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Romance, Youth, Drama On the day of entrance exam someone helps Narumi by giving her a pencil. She wants to thank him but he's soon gone. She couldn't forget her hero so she hopes to see him again. While looking around the campus she hears the sound of the piano and enters a room where other four freshmen are present. Here she'll meet Seika, Tamotsu, Osamu and Junichiro. Together they decide to form the Asunaro Club. It's super melodramatic and primitive to the point of irritation, at least for me. Overall Rating: 5/10 20. Dousoukai (1993) [同窓会] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Romance, Drama This is the story of Onihara Natsuki, who is married to Ando Fuuma. During his high school days, Ando Fuuma was once in love with a schoolmate, Atari Kousuke. However, as Kousuke is straight, Fuuma tried his best to forget about him, by hanging out at Shinjuku 2-chome. Together with Kousuke's girlfriend's brother, Tanno Arashi, Fuuma has sexual orgies with partners of both sexes. Now, Ando Fuuma is married to Onihara Natsuki, who doesn't know that Ando is gay. One day, Natsuki accidentally found out that Ando is gay. In her despair, she sets out to Shinjuku 2-chome, wandering around aimlessly deep in the night. There, she bumps into Arashi, and had a one-night stand with him, after which Arashi demanded money from her. Soon after, Natsuki realises she is pregnant with Arashi's child. She abhors the thought of having a child from paid sex and is adamant to have an abortion. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 21. Dinosaur Teacher (1993) [공룡선생] (Finished 1/70) Tags: Drama Drama depicts youth issues from the perspective and mind of youth in school. Not translated. Overall Rating: 0/10 22. Da Tai Jian Yu Xiao Mu Jiang (1993) [大太監與小木匠] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Drama, Historical The play tells the story of Ba Jia, a young carpenter during the Xizong period of the Ming Dynasty, who was involved in the power struggle in the palace because he was too close to the emperor. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 23. Ying Xiong Shao Nian (1993) [英雄少年] (Finished 1/70) Tags: Drama It tells the story of Jiang Fugui, the richest man in Ping County, who was told by Ma Banxian that "where there is water, there will be a son". He picked up Yu Wensheng by the water and named him Jiang Shuisheng. Ma Banxian warned Fugui that if he left home before Shuisheng got married, his whole family would suffer a disaster. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10

Sono Toki, Heart wa Nusumareta (1992) jumped out of the blue and totally nailed it this year. 1. Nobunaga (1992) [信長] (Finished 49/49) Tags: Historical, Drama The 30th NHK Taiga Drama is Nobunaga: King of Zipangu. On March 23, 1585, Japanese Christian envoys visited Pope Gregory XIII at the Papal Court in Rome, Italy. The drama begins 45 years earlier - in 1540 outside Lisbon, Portugal. Well, it's a shame. The most unusual historical actor of Japan is shown as just very lucky and stubborn. There are also so many minuses. First of all, main actors look very much alike which never happened in all the previous taiga I watched. Narration is done by European missionary, so there's a huge long storyline of Christianity issues. Protagonist looks a bit juvenile, but most importantly emotionless with the same stone face all the time. Even really exciting events are show in habitual way. Ending is ruined. Compared to other taiga, can't call it even decent. Overall Rating: 5/10 2. Ai to Iu Na no Moto ni (1992) [愛という名のもとに] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Romance, Life, Drama Seven good buddies left school and stepped into society. Each then finds life out there not as carefree as it used to be. Their courage, optimism and confidence are also worn off slowly by the cunning reality. After a series of hurdles, they get a deeper understanding of their friendship and treasure it even more. As you see on the poster, love triangle is in the center here while other former club members have own separate love/family/work problems. It's too naive and too schematic in personalities for me to enjoy now with all my luggage as consumer, but in 90s I'd totally love it. Oh, and scene of fooling around in the fountain in 2nd episode looks very similar to that in American "Friends" running from 1994. So for me it's again the problem of comparison as I know much better drama coming from the 1990s. Overall Rating: 6/10 3. Tokyo Elevator Girl (1992) [東京エレベーターガール] (Finished 3/11) Tags: Romance, Life Tsukasa leaves her hometown to work in Tokyo. While there, she is on her own facing the fascination and challenges of the working world. Her experiences gained, together with what she sees in others, gradually lead her to grow up. She is no longer in the midst of illusions and misconceptions. Typical old workplace drama with slow pace, some naive romance and lots of beating around the bush. Felt boring, to be honest. Overall Rating: 5/10 4. Anata Dake Mienai (1992) [あなただけ見えない] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Thriller, Psychological, Supernatural One day, university student Kawashima Megumi is mistaken for her older sister, Maiko. She is given a key to a coin locker, and finds inside the diary of Maiko's real father, a zaibatsu leader. Using her sister's name, Megumi gets close to the widow of the zaibatsu leader. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 5. Green Grass by the River (1992) [青青河邊草] (Finished 1/42) Tags: Historical, Romance, Drama Hsiao Tsao is a young orphan living with her cruel aunt and uncle. She has a sisterly bond with her neighbour, Ching Ching, who is being forced into a marriage with a much older man by her older brother. Desperate to escape their unfortunate circumstances, the two girls manage to run away together on the day of Ching Ching's wedding. During their escape, they coincidentally meet Ho Shih Wei, a young university student who is also running away from his family due to an arranged marriage. After a few initial misunderstandings, the three decide to travel together. However, things become complicated when they encounter the Fu family, and the family matriarch mistakes He Shiwei for her son, Fu Yuan Kai, who died 10 years ago. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 6. Sugao no Mama de (1992) [素顔のままで] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Romance, Life, Drama The story is about an unlikely friendship between two women. This intimate look at two lives chronicles their struggle with love, loyalty, and fulfillment. Two women with seemingly different outlooks on life come together against all odds in a fragile attempt to seek out the best of what they have to offer each other and themselves. Can their unexpected friendship survive affairs of the heart? An honest tale of two women unfolds with an end as uncertain as the friendship which drew them together. Sadly, everything feels super artificial - concept, actors play, circumstances, motivation... you name it. Overall Rating: 5/10 7. Tokugawa Buraicho (1992) [徳川無頼帳] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Action, Historical, Drama Set in Edo and Yoshiwara, the two Furaibo confront a huge conspiracy! An unusual historical drama where you can enjoy flashy sword fighting and action. Historical detective samurai action is the most banal and repulsive drama concept for me. Overall Rating: 5/10 8. Waru (1992) [悪女] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Business, Comedy, Romance, Life After graduating third-rate university, Marilyn manages to get a job at an established trading company through a family connection. But she is assigned to a trivial department where her colleagues have already been dropped out of promotional competition. Despite the circumstances, she cheerfully devotes herself to even less rewarding duties. One day, Marilyn falls in love with a man at first sight when he passes by her in the office. In such a big company she doesn't know who he is, but she resolves to get promoted to such a high position so she can identify her prince. Encouraged by her boss Sawa but opposed by her rivals, the beautiful and intelligent Misako, and corporate elite Tadashi, she survives the fierce competition in a male-dominated world. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 9. Shinai Naru Mono e (1992) [親愛なる者へ] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Romance Even after marriage, Nagiko and Nozomu still spend time dating each other. They seem to be a happy couple, but right behind their backs, each has his/her own secret meetings with his/her ex-lover. Such secrets don't hold long, and get exposed soon. But, it's only then that they realise they in fact love each other very much and are real partners. Well... theme is pretty weird and it just does not ring any bells or look particularly interesting. At the same time, actors feel quite natural and it all is watchable which is already notworthy in comparison with some rivals. The same pattern repeats over and over even within first three episodes, so not sure I want to go on. Overall Rating: 6/10 10. Zutto Anata ga Sukidatta (1992) [ずっとあなたが好きだった] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Romance, Drama Ten years back, Miwa's friend committed suicide because she couldn't stand that Yosuke, the one she loved, got along so well with Miwa instead of her. The suicide caused the entire town to put the blame on the couple, thus forcing them to break off. Ten years later, Miwa and Yosuke happen to meet again. Though the love between them still exists, the reality makes their being together impossible. Miwa is getting married soon, and Yosuke has then established a new relationship with another girl, Ritsuko. Unfortunately, Miwa's marriage is a failure, and yet she couldn't turn back till one day ... but it ends up hurting somebody again. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 11. Kimi no Tame ni Dekiru Koto (1992) [君のためにできること] (Finished 2/13) Tags: Romance, Life, Drama, Fantasy Tatsuya was killed in a car accident and his spirit lives in Hikata - the one who killed him in the accident. Since then, he had a hard time trying to change his girlfriend's perception of "him" or "Hikata" while still trying to protect her. I'm afraid I'm greately prejudiced against it just because of this supernatural theme that makes everything unbearable for me in the end. Overall Rating: 5/10 12. Ai wa Doda (1992) [愛はどうだ] (Finished 2/11) Tags: Romance, Drama, Family Although Shuichi has lost his wife, there is no lack of female influence in his life. He has three daughters who are eligible for marriage, and an assortment of women friends and lovers that has earned him the reputation of being a playboy. But the real love interest in his life is his female boss. How he and his daughters work out their romantic adventures provides both entertainment and enlightenment in the challenges of finding true love. Father is rather repulsive, daughters are nothing special. Just lots of people doing awkwards steps in relations and talking about that all the time. Lacks interest and feels like a chore to watch further. Overall Rating: 5/10 13. Mokuyoubi no Shokutaku (1992) [木曜日の食卓] (Finished 3/11) Tags: Drama, Historical, War The tight housing situation in major cities has caused a dramatic increase in the number of duplex houses. What happens to family life when several generations share this kind of environment? This engaging drama shows one glimpse into a new style of family. The husband and wife have built a duplex to accommodate their eldest daughter and her husband-to-be. But this peaceful arrangement is thrown into chaos when the eldest son, a university student, "rescues" his girlfriend from another man in the midst of their wedding ceremony, just as in the movie "The Graduate." What does the future hold? Can a new and more lasting balance be attained in the lives of the family members? Each episode is filled with the tears and laughter of the changing family in this unsettling time. It's quite cringy as it means cohabitation of typical conservative stubborn parents and impulsive youth who don't know what they really want. So there are lots of such interactions between generations, and none of that is particularly interesting. As time goes, the cringe finally ends and it becomes more cozy, but there aren't outstanding personalities or anything exciting to linger for. And since there's not much going on, we instead have to follow an unusually huge number of characters and lines in their relationships. Overall Rating: 6/10 14. The Key Man (1992) [巨人] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Crime, Drama When Lok Yin furthers his study in U.S.A., he is jailed for 7 years because of manslaughter. His girlfriend, Ching Jan then get married with his best friend, Ling Fung. After going back to Hong Kong, Yin determined to modernize hi family's department store business. But the luck is not at his side, first, his elder brother Lok Man and sister-in-law are killed in a traffic accident. Then his father is died because of heart attack. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 15. The Peak of Passion (1992) [沖天小子] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Romance, Life, Youth The drama tells the story of Gao Wenjian, who, after being released from prison, reforms himself with the help of a welfare officer. He actively prepares to conquer Mount Everest with his teammates. Despite unexpectedly discovering that he has leukemia, he does not give in, but actively pursues his dream. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 16. The Greed of Man (1992) [大時代] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Business, Crime, Drama Ting Hai accidentally killed his long-time friend Fong Tsun Sun and left Sun's four children to Sun's fiancee Law Wai Ling. Fong Chin Pok, the eldest son of Sun, vowed revenge for his father. Years later, Ting Hao Hai and Ting Lei Hai managed to grow powerful in triads. Stifled by feuds, the three sisters, Fong Fong, Fong Ting and Fong Man, were forced to pay the high price in the battle. Meanwhile, Hai became wealthier and wealthier. He was busy grabbing money in the stock market. On the other hand, Pok, by working with veteran drug dealer Chow Chai Sun and retired inspector Lung Bon, his intimate Yuen Mui, Bon's daughter Lung Kei Man and Ting's best friend Chan To To, intended to turn the arena into the killing field... Hong Kong used to specialize in martial arts and criminal drama, and I happen to dislike both. At least it's not on a high enough level. Overall Rating: 5/10 17. Hatachi no Yakusoku (1992) [二十歳の約束] (Finished 3/11) Tags: Romance, Drama, Family On approaching her 20th birthday, Yuki happily returns to Japan to see her penpal, Junpei. However, Junpei doesn't want to see her as he is the one who had caused her brother's death three years ago. Though the truth reveals one day, Yuki still loves him. The couple finally decides to get married despite the strong objection from Yuki's father and aunt. And just two days before their wedding bells ring, Junpei gets stabbed by his ex-accomplice. To keep his promise, Junpei bears the pain and completes the wedding ceremony with Yuki. As for me, this is a too naive melodrama with a delingquent male and clingy female. Overall Rating: 5/10 18. Houkago (1992) [放課後] (Finished 1/5) Tags: Youth, Supernatural The story begins with a girl, Azusa, talking about old photos she has on her wall. She talks about a moment in her life when she and a boy, Kouhei, exchanged their personality and body. And so the story begins. Personality swap is such a banal worthless setting that I don't even remember good examples of it, and this one is pretty ordinary, too. Overall Rating: 5/10 19. Homework (1992) ホームワーク [ホームワーク] (Finished 2/11) Tags: Romance A drama about two young couples, both of them having problem keeping their relationship together. First couple is typical shy one, another one with a psychopatic male, so far from intersting again. Overall Rating: 5/10 20. Sono Toki, Heart wa Nusumareta (1992) [その時、ハートは盗まれた] (Finished 5/5) Tags: Romance, Youth, Drama It's a drama about a high school girl's growing pains. The heroine is painfully aware of her own childishness and finds it difficult to approach the boy she has a crush on, who is two years her senior at school. One of her classmates is a girl who seems far more grown-up and experienced. The heroine first resents her, then gradually falls in love with her, but then she finds out that the boy she has fancied had always been in love with this girl, too. As the more mature girl's antics get wilder, a strange kind of pax develops between the heroine and the boy through a shared concern for the other girl. It has plenty of good qualities - memorable main characters, unusual setup, reasonable attitude, logical shoujo narration, lots of unexpected or surprising turns, overall cuteness. Initially it looked like only a decent drama, but after so much praise should really consider it a masterpiece, especially because can't spot real negatives apart of somewhat simplistic approach, some filler scenes and focus on emotions. Never thought I'd call shoujo ai masterpiece, but here we are. Overall Rating: 7/10 21. New Legend of White Snake (1992) [新白娘子傳奇] (Finished 1/50) Tags: Music, Historical, Romance, Fantasy Aa forbidden love between a scholar and a white snake. ~~ Based on the Legend of White Snake. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 22. Mo Dai Huang Sun (1992) [末代皇孙] (Finished 1/55) Tags: Music, Historical, Romance, Fantasy The play tells the story of a Manchu bannerman struggling to survive during the turbulent times of the fall of the Qing Dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 23. Chronicle of the Three Kingdoms (1992) [三國記] (Finished 1/50) Tags: Drama, Historical, War The story of the Three Kingdoms of Korea (Silla, Goguryeo, Baekje) and their eventual unification. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10

Jewelry Nights Arcadia -The ends of the world- is the only title this month that at least tries to provide some story. 1. Boku to Kanojo-tachi no Jisshuu Nisshi ボクと彼女たちの実習日誌 [ENTERGRAM & iMel Inc.] How long has it been since I started my residency at Amagi University Hospital? After completing three months of training in the orthopedics department, where I was first assigned, I spent six months in the internal medicine department, where I was next assigned. I also successfully completed three months in emergency medicine and anesthesiology, and was able to get through the first year of my initial training. Perhaps I, Takuya Shirasawa, am blessed. My childhood friend Mio Akagi was working as a nurse in the orthopedic surgery department. Although I was unfamiliar with the life of a resident, thanks to Mio, I think I got off to a good start. Furthermore, Ryo Amagi, who was my senior at university in internal medicine. She was my senior in internal medicine at the university, Ryo Amagi, a.k.a. Oryo-senpai, served as my supervisor. Thanks to her guidance, I was able to get through my training in internal medicine without much trouble. Well, was it a reaction to the fact that the orthopedics and internal medicine were going well? I was unimaginably busy in the emergency and anesthesiology departments. ...... Shirasawa's next internship was in obstetrics and gynecology. In pursuit of his dream of becoming a pediatrician, What awaits him in the next step of his training? While being bewildered by the new environment, a new training program is about to begin. Alternative version. 2. Okayu Nyumu! おかゆにゅ～～む！ [ENTERGRAM] One day protagonist meets a mysterious hungry cat. He shares onigiri with the cat. Next morning he wakes up with a cat eared girl in his futon. She calls herself Nekomata Okayu. The two of them start living together and deepen their bond as come through experiences. Vtuber trash. 3. Jewelry Nights Arcadia -The ends of the world- ジュエリー・ナイツ・アルカディア -The ends of the world- [Cabbage Soft] A year has passed since the “Stone Eater” threatened the entire continent. `Class Pegasus` has advanced to its final year and is about to go on a school trip to the Western Delta Empire. And at the same year a huge tourmaline vein was found which caused the second tourmaline rush to begin. What awaits miners at the bottom? Sequel. 4. Ren'ai, Hajimemashite 恋愛、はじめまして [ASa Project] I always thought my student life would pass by without much to remember. Getting to class early for no real reason, half-listening to the teacher with my mind elsewhere, longing for the bell to ring so I could go home without saying a word to anyone. Sometimes, I’d wish for something—anything—to break up the monotony, but deep down, I figured my youth had already slipped away. "I am sparky happy Tenshi-chan! An angel on a mission to make the world overflow with happiness!" And as if in answer to my silent prayers, an unbelievably suspicious angel appeared before me, cherry blossoms swirling around her. "If you're really an angel, then make me happy." "Do I take that as a proposal? Not even an angel can help someone who won’t reach for happiness themselves." "Happiness... But where am I supposed to find mine?" "That's easy! The answer is love, of course." "Love, huh..." I've never been in love, nor has anyone loved me. But maybe, just maybe, if I could fall in love, I might still have a chance to live my youth to the fullest. "Very well, this Tenshi-chan will bless you until the day you become the true protagonist of your story." And so begins the story of how I become a "Protagonist"—whatever that means. Banality squared.

Taiheiki (1991) was very informative and surprising by the end for me, but other translated doramas of the year weren't good enough. 1. Taiheiki (1991) [太平記] (Finished 49/49) Tags: Historical, Drama, War, Political The life story of Ashikaga Takauji, the founder and the first Sei-I-Tai-Shogun of Ashikaga Shogunate. He was born in the late Kamakura Period, during the time of discontentment with the Hojo clan's monopoly in the Shogunate administration. Emperor Go-Daigo took this opportunity to restore back Emperor's power. After some failed earlier attempts, he succeeded eventually with the help of a few independent Samurai Lords and Takauji's betrayal of the Hojo clan. However, it was not long before the Samurai class revolted due to unfair treatment and discontentment with the Nobles' domination in the new government. As the head of Minamoto descendants, Takauji took responsibility to confront Go-Daigo and establish Ashikaga Shogunate. I'm in mixed feelings. I was definitely enlightened to learn of how Kamakura bakufu became Ashikaga bakufu, and if there is no better dorama on the topic, I would still call this a minor masterpiece. But at the same time there is enough of disappointment, too. First of all, the lack of contents was felt, and simple peasant-actor family storyline felts unnecessary or at least overextended. The main intrigue for me was the circumstances that made Takauji betray twice the people he was loyal to, and the answer was not satisfactory for me as each time it was just the same - circumstances people around him influenced his decision, all I can say without spoilers. But what surprised me a lot was the last third. When it's usually old man's worry of legacy and some family drama, here we have a full scale infighting with Shakespeare-like drama. The final part seems a bit rushed, but feels really great. Still, for the main runtime it did not feel like a firm masterpiece to me. Overall Rating: 7/10 2. Tokyo Love Story (1991) [東京ラブストーリー] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Romance, Life, Drama When Kanchi first came to Tokyo to work, he is full of uncertainties. He is 'lost' in his work and his love relationship is in a mess. During those times, Rika, his colleague, always encourages and helps him. Though they fall for each other once, all this comes quick and ends fast. Rika is simply too 'energetic' and her love is simply too 'heavy' for Kanchi. As banal dosoukai romance as it can get. Simple and with random behavior, so just generic and can be watched only due to naivety of happening events. Overall Rating: 5/10 3. Mamatte Kirei!? (1991) [ママって、きれい!?] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Drama Just after the New Year Hinata Yoko filed for divorce and became single. Deciding to live single modestly with her daughter Mizuki, she moves into an apartment and starts a new life. However, across the street from her apartment lives Asahi Susumu, next door to her is Kageyama Hajime and on the other side Hoshino Hikaru ; all single men with their own problems live there, and for some reason they interfere in Yoko's life. Yoko initially rebels against the men, but when she learns their shortcomings, she begins to become interested in them . Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 4. The Breaking Point (1991) [今生無悔] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Thriller, Romance, Life, Drama Ching Long is a rebellious young man who moved from Hong Kong to Taiwan against his father's wishes, while his best friend Ko Tin Chun is a successful young architect. Ching Long returns to Hong Kong working manual labour jobs and also as a stunt double. The story revolves around Long and the misunderstanding with his father as well as his romantic relationships with a Vietnamnese refugee Chin Kiu and his sister's best friend, Sum Mun Yee. Ko Tin Chun is in love with Sum Mun Yee but he finds out that her heart is with Ching Long. Other events causes Ko Tin Chun to see Ching Long as an obstacle in his life. Their friendship was slowly approaching its breaking point. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 5. 101st Marriage Proposal (101回目のプロポーズ) [Romance] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Romance 101st Marriage Proposal is a "Beauty and the Beast" story starring Takeda Tetsuya (Virgin Road, 3-nen B-gumi Kinpachi Sensei) as a down-on-his-luck man who has gone through 99 omiai (arranged dates with the intention of marriage if the date goes well). Not particularly smart, nor handsome, nor rich, he is a man who cannot lie and of course, has a heart of pure gold. On the 100th omiai, he meets Kaoru (Asano Atsuko), an extremely beautiful and talented cellist who can't forget her dead fiancee. This actress ruins everything again. Overall Rating: 5/10 6. Who is the Winner (1991) [勝者為王] (Finished 1/22) Tags: Action, Romance, Drama, Supernatural Shek Chi Hong is an honest and kind person. To earn a living, Chi Hong aspires to be a chef in Man Long’s casino but he ends up becoming a dealer instead. After witnessing his teacher's death, he is more determined not to take up gambling. But somehow, he has no choice but to learn the gambling skills as it is part of the nature of his work. He goes through many turbulence in his life, losing many friends and comrades as well as love. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 7. On the Edge (1991) [灰網] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Business, Romance, Crime, Life, Drama It tells the story of how a kind-hearted young man who under the oppression of the social environment went astray and became a drug lord. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 8. Aitai Toki ni Anata wa Inai (1991) [逢いたい時にあなたはいない・・・] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Romance, Drama Miyoko and Yusuke love each other. But Yusuke is told to work in Hokkaido where is far from Tokyo for a year. They cannot meet often. There appear another woman and man in front of each of them. They almost lose confidence to keep their relationship but finally they make sure of their love. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 9. Shabon Dama (1991) [しゃぼん玉] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Business, Drama, Medical, Political Yajima Teppei known also as "Dr.Po", creates a small clinic in Nishi-Shinjuku.Soon, however, the land on which the clinic is built, becomes the subject of a political dispute. Redevelopment from a political origin, practically prevents the functioning of the facility. "Dr.Po", decides to fight for this small piece of land, at all costs. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 10. Ashita ga Aru Kara (1991) [あしたがあるから] (Finished 10/10) Tags: Drama Reiko, a 28 year-old office girl, wants to marry her boyfriend, 35 year-old Kenta who works in the same office. However, the situation becomes quite complicated when the young woman is promoted to manage a major project. Reiko is left feeling lost and helpless before this unexpected move by the company president. Did her father have a secret agreement with the president? Will the future hold any happiness for her? Male lead is pretty cool and female lead is not repulsive, that's already a lot. It's pretty mundane and unexciting, but can call it solid enough compared to contemporaries. Overall Rating: 6/10 11. A.D Boogie (1991) [AD ブギ] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Romance, Life Without assistant directors (A.D.s), there would be no television programs, yet this demanding job pays little and allows almost no private time. and having a girlfriend is next to impossible. Nevertheless, the dream of one day becoming a director drives the young men of this series to take on more hardship, and risk more at love, than most other people their age. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 12. One Step Beyond (1991) [老友鬼鬼] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Comedy, Drama, Supernatural Newlyweds Lam Kim Long and Lai Bo Chu were on their honeymoon when their plane was hijacked, killing them and everyone else on board. Heaven took pity on the young couple and promised them another chance to be together in the next life. He was reincarnated as Chai Leung Seng, while she became a poor orphan named Lam Kam Mui. As fate would have it, the hijackers were also reborn to be traffic cop Seung Tin Tong and doctor Cheuk Yeuk Nan. They continued to be obstacles for Leung Seng and Kam Mui. Tin Tong was so obsessed with Kam Mui that not even death could prevent him from pursuing the girl he loved. Ghostly happenings and chaos ensued as he tried to keep Kam Mui from reuniting with the man she was destined to be with. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 13. Ocean With Love (1991) [碧海情天] (Finished 1/53) Tags: Drama The play tells a story about people in the underworld. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10

As expected, nothing could come close to Shangri-La Frontier: Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su 2nd Season . But for minor masterpieces, there are plenty - Dandadan , Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka V: Houjou no Megami-hen , Tensei Kizoku, Kantei Skill de Nariagaru 2nd Season , Party kara Tsuihou sareta Sono Chiyushi, Jitsu wa Saikyou ni Tsuki and even Kabushikigaisha Magi-Lumière . 1. Dandadan ダンダダン [Science SARU] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Shounen Action, Comedy, Supernatural Reeling from her recent breakup, Momo Ayase, a popular high schooler, shows kindness to her socially awkward schoolmate, Ken Takakura, by standing up to his bullies. Ken misunderstands her intentions, believing he has made a new friend who shares his obsession with aliens and UFOs. However, Momo's own eccentric occult beliefs lie in the supernatural realm; she thinks aliens do not exist. A rivalry quickly brews as each becomes determined to prove the other wrong. Despite their initial clash over their opposing beliefs, Momo and Ken form an unexpected but intimate friendship, a bond forged in a series of supernatural battles and bizarre encounters with urban legends and paranormal entities. As both develop unique superhuman abilities, they learn to supplement each other's weaknesses, leading them to wonder if their newfound partnership may be about more than just survival. Getting so many flashbacks from Caged character - even deformed style and decolorization are so similar. For me Caged character definitely has better humor, but Dandadan better overall quality and also some memorable moments. Only enjoying bits of it, so borderline masterpiece is the only suitable score here. Overall Rating: 7/10 2. Re:Zero kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu 3rd Season Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 3 Re:ゼロから始める異世界生活 [White Fox] (Finished 1/16) Tags: Isekai, Psychological, Time Travel Drama, Fantasy, Suspense One year after the events at the Sanctuary, Subaru Natsuki trains hard to better face future challenges. The peaceful days come to an end when Emilia receives an invitation to a meeting in the Watergate City of Priestella from none other than Anastasia Hoshin, one of her rivals in the royal selection. Considering the meeting's significance and the potential dangers Emilia could face, Subaru and his friends accompany her. However, as Subaru reconnects with old associates and companions in Priestella, new formidable foes emerge. Driven by fanatical motivations and engaging in ruthless methods to achieve their ambitions, the new enemy targets Emilia and threaten the very existence of the city. Rallying his allies, Subaru must give his all once more to stop their and nefarious goals from becoming a concrete reality. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 3. Uzumaki Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror うずまき [Production I.G] (Finished 1/4) Tags: Seinen Psychological Avant Garde, Drama, Horror, Suspense In the town of Kurouzu-cho, Kirie Goshima lives a fairly normal life with her family. As she walks to the train station one day to meet her boyfriend, Shuuichi Saito, she sees his father staring at a snail shell in an alley. Thinking nothing of it, she mentions the incident to Shuuichi, who says that his father has been acting weird lately. Shuuichi reveals his rising desire to leave the town with Kirie, saying that the town is infected with spirals. But his father's obsession with the shape soon proves deadly, beginning a chain of horrific and unexplainable events that causes the residents of Kurouzu-cho to spiral into madness. Not fan of Japanese abstract horrors, and this one has even more downsides than usual. Overall Rating: 5/10 4. Blue Lock vs. U-20 Japan Blue Lock Season 2 ブルーロック VS. U-20 JAPAN [8bit] (Finished 1/14) Tags: Shounen Team Sports The next phase of the controversial Blue Lock project is underway with the candidate pool being dwindled down to just 35. Out of the remaining strikers, only a select few will be chosen to play in an upcoming exhibition game against the current U-20 Japanese soccer team. Playing in this match comes with a caveat: winning will grant the players the right to represent the nation as the new U-20 team, but losing will bring an end to Blue Lock in its entirety. Among the ones left in the running is Yoichi Isagi, who is coming to terms with his own abilities. To further complicate matters, the six best players in the pool have already been named to the starting lineup and the remaining 29 will have to duke it out to claim a coveted spot. Each candidate must select a top six pairing to team up with for the selection to prove their competence. But if this mishmash of strikers wants to overthrow the current U-20 team, they will need to find a way to combine their playstyles effectively. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 5. Bleach: Sennen Kessen-hen - Soukoku-tan Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Conflict BLEACH 千年血戦篇-相剋譚- [Pierrot Films] (Finished 1/14) Tags: Shounen Action, Adventure, Supernatural After an awe-inspiring battle with Ichibei Hyousube—leader of the Soul Society's Royal Guard—the powerful Yhwach moves into the final stage of his master plan. He aims to slay the Soul King, the being whose very existence maintains the status quo of three worlds: Hueco Mundo, the Soul Society, and the realm of humans that Ichigo Kurosaki and his closest friends hail from. Conquering his own bout with the remainder of the Royal Guard, Uryuu Ishida joins Yhwach in his efforts to create a new world in his image. With a flood of resolution and newfound power, Ichigo rushes to stop Yhwach from accomplishing his ultimate goal and save the countless lives within the three existing realms. But Ichigo has a complicated lineage, one that leaves him susceptible to Yhwach's sinister influence. Meanwhile, in a final desperate gambit, Jirou Sakuranosuke Shunsui Kyouraku, the newly promoted head captain of the Soul Society's combat corps, enlists the help of an old enemy whose immense power may turn the tide of battle. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 6. Ao no Hako Blue Box アオのハコ [Telecom Animation Film] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Shounen School, Team Sports Romance Every morning, incoming first-year Taiki Inomata hurries to his high school gym in order to further refine his badminton skills. However, his true motivation stems from sharing the otherwise empty gym with second-year Chinatsu Kano, Taiki's crush and the star player of the girls' basketball team. Although Chinatsu seems unapproachable, Taiki gradually finds opportunities to get to know her little by little. Unbeknownst to Taiki, his tireless work ethic and admiration motivate Chinatsu to work harder and strive to achieve her greatest ambitions. When her family must suddenly move overseas for work, Chinatsu decides to remain in Japan and shoot for victory at the national level. With nowhere to stay, she is taken in by Taiki's mother, who is longtime friends with Chinatsu's own. Overwhelmed with the new reality of living alongside the girl he loves, Taiki resolves to join Chinatsu at the national level in his own sport—and grow closer to her in the process. Still, despite being good enough to catch his coach's eye, Taiki must fight an uphill battle to qualify for a spot on the starting team. Cheered on by both Chinatsu and gymnast Hina Chouno, his childhood friend, Taiki aims to make a name for himself among his powerful upperclassmen. Spokon. Overall Rating: 6/10 7. Seirei Gensouki 2 Seirei Gensouki: Spirit Chronicles Season 2 精霊幻想記2 [TMS Entertainment] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Harem, Isekai, Reincarnation Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Romance After Rio escapes the capital of the Beltrum Kingdom with his former teacher Celia Claire and his bond spirit, Aishia, he finds himself in a dire situation once again. As it turns out, multiple people from his past life in Japan are suddenly scattered around the new world. Rio rushes to their help, saving a small group and taking them under his wing. To his surprise, one of the rescuees is his old self's childhood friend Miharu Ayase. The newcomers were not the only ones summoned. With old friends and new allies by his side, Rio sets out to locate the other abductees while searching for a way to send them back to Japan. However, Rio never loses sight of his main goal: avenging his mother's death. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 8. Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka V: Houjou no Megami-hen Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? V ダンジョンに出会いを求めるのは間違っているだろうかV 豊穣の女神篇 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 11+/15) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Goddess Festival—A fruit festival that brings the labyrinth city of Orario to life. Goddesses symbolizing fertility are enshrined on the altar, and among them is the Goddess of Beauty. Bell Cranel, who has survived and returned to his daily life from the dead depths of the dungeon, is here and ready to enjoy the bustle of the Goddess Festival until he receives a letter from a girl at a small bar in a corner of Orario—"To Mr. Bell, please go on a date with just the two of us at the upcoming Goddess Festival. From Syr." Syr's single-minded determination will drive both Bell and the labyrinth city crazy. Meanwhile, the Einherjar, the warriors who claim to be the "strongest," are now suddenly on the move... Sequel. Overall Rating: 7/10 9. Arifureta Shokugyou de Sekai Saikyou Season 3 Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest Season 3 ありふれた職業で世界最強 season 3 [asread.] (Finished 1/16) Tags: Harem, Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy En route to conquer a Great Labyrinth with his allies and former classmates, Hajime Nagumo is sidetracked by a tragedy that befalls his party member Shea Haulia. After encountering a group of rabbitmen caught in an ambush, Nagumo learns that members of Shea's Haulia Tribe have been abducted by soldiers of the Hoelscher Empire. To alleviate the anxiety of Shea, whose father may be in mortal danger, Nagumo decides to head toward the empire and rescue the missing Haulias. After arriving at his destination, Hajime is caught up in political turmoil between the empire and the Heiligh Kingdom. As princess Liliana S. B. Heiligh tries to formalize an alliance with the empire to protect her weakened kingdom against demon attacks, the Haulia Tribe plans to assassinate Emperor Gahard D. Hoelscher to free all rabbitmen from the empire's threat. Determined to protect his allies at any cost, Hajime will need to ignore all political considerations and unleash his unstoppable power on anyone who may stand in his way. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 10. Shangri-La Frontier: Kusoge Hunter, Kamige ni Idoman to su 2nd Season Shangri-La Frontier Season 2 シャングリラ・フロンティア～クソゲーハンター、神ゲーに挑まんとす～ 2nd season [C2C] (Finished 16/16) Tags: Shounen Video Game Action, Adventure, Fantasy Ever since Rakurou "Sunraku" Hizutome started to play the extremely popular virtual reality game Shangri-La Frontier, he has truly fallen in love with it. Sunraku has quickly made a big name for himself by fighting two of the seven unique, nearly unbeatable monsters, which is unthinkable for most players. To progress the game's story, he sets out on an adventure with his leporine guide, Emul, to acquire a magic operation unit from an ancient workshop. Though Sunraku breezes through this quest alongside his clanmates Towa "Arthur Pencilgon" Amane and Kei "OiKatzo" Uomi, there seems to be an ulterior motive as to why the two of them decided to help Sunraku in the first place. Nevertheless, Sunraku gains valuable knowledge and allies, critical for his advancement in the game. By seeking out powerful enemies and unraveling the inner workings of the game's world, Sunraku may just change Shangri-La Frontier forever. Sequel. Overall Rating: 9/10 11. Chi. Chikyuu no Undou ni Tsuite Orb: On the Movements of the Earth チ。―地球の運動について― [Madhouse] (Finished 3/25) Tags: Seinen Historical Drama Twelve-year-old prodigy Rafal believes in living rationally, so as to earn praise and respect from society while not being led astray by his emotions. To this end, he publicly states his intention to study theology—the academic field held in highest regard in early 15th century Poland. However, an encounter with a mysterious man upends Rafal's life, sparking an illogical desire to instead pursue his passion for astronomy. Rafal is determined to prove the beauty and rationality of heliocentrism—the theory that the Earth revolves around the Sun. This belief is considered heretical by the powerful Church, which promotes geocentrism—the Sun revolving around the Earth—as the sole truth of the universe. Those whose beliefs do not align with the will of the Church suffer unfathomably gruesome consequences. In pursuit of evidence for a heliocentric model of the universe, Rafal grapples with obtaining precise calculations and building empirical theories. His greatest challenge, however, lies in conducting this research discreetly—lest he wish to meet the same fate as other heretics. My resentment of astronomy is strong. After reading synopsis I could not understand how it could be made interesting. After watching three episodes I still can't. Boring pretentious waste of time. Overall Rating: 5/10 12. Ranma ½ (2024) Ranma ½ らんま1/2 [MAPPA] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Magical Sex Shift, Martial Arts, School Action, Comedy, Romance, Ecchi During their martial arts training expedition in China, Ranma Saotome and his father Genma suffered an accident, which in turn, afflicted them with a curse—whenever they are doused with cold water, Ranma transforms into a girl, while his father turns into a panda! Only hot water can reverse these changes, but any further contact with cold water opens the can of worms once more. Unfortunately, the trouble does not end there, as Ranma finds out about his betrothal to one of the daughters of Soun Tendou, his father's closest friend. During the families' first meeting, it is decided that Ranma is to be married to Akane, the youngest daughter, a decision that is met with vehement protests from both sides. The two are simply not compatible, yet they are forced to live under one roof. Ranma's status quo further adds to the chaos, leading him to a series of comedic situations and misunderstandings that, in the grand scheme of things, may just be what he needs to work with Akane. Remake. Overall Rating: 5/10 13. Kimi wa Meido-sama. You are Ms. Servant. 君は冥土様。 [Felix Film] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Comedy, Romance One day, Hitoyoshi Yokoya wakes up to a mysterious nameless girl dressed as a maid ringing his doorbell, asking to be his servant. With her former master referring her to the Yokoya household, she offers her expertise as an assassin. Intimidated by her background, Hitoyoshi tries to send her away; but when she leaves something behind, he rushes to return it to her and is nearly hit by a truck in the process. With her fast reflexes, the girl saves him just in time, and Hitoyoshi ends up taking her in. Ironically, the maid lacks any skills apart from the art of killing she has perfected since childhood. Nevertheless, Hitoyoshi welcomes the girl with open arms, encouraging her to leave her monochromatic past behind and experience a normal life. To seal the deal, Hitoyoshi names her Yuki, marking the beginning of her path to redemption and happiness. In romance there's usually no decent plot, so I need to like at least some character to go on. There's none. Overall Rating: 5/10 14. Raise wa Tanin ga Ii Yakuza Fiancé: Raise wa Tanin ga Ii 来世は他人がいい [Studio Deen] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Seinen Organized Crime Romance After years of animosity, the leaders of Osaka's Somei and Tokyo's Miyama yakuza groups have called a truce—by arranging an engagement between their respective grandchildren, Yoshino Somei and Kirishima Miyama. To this end, 17-year-old Yoshino moves to Tokyo to live with the Miyama family and attend school with her new fiancé. Although Kirishima is all smiles and perfectly polite, there is something unsettling about his demeanor that Yoshino cannot put her finger on. Yoshino's suspicions are soon confirmed: despite his manners, Kirishima is a masochistic maniac. He hurts people without batting an eye and also revels in being punished verbally and physically himself. What he wants most is a spoiled and arrogant fiancée who will ruin his life. When Yoshino does not quite meet his expectations, he reveals his true colors and openly insults her. However, instead of running away in fear, Yoshino decides to take revenge by making Kirishima fall in love with her and then ruthlessly breaking his heart. There were times when seinen used to mean something cool. Now it can be used to described toxic SM relations of yakuza offsprings. Overall Rating: 5/10 15. Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II ソードアート・オンライン オルタナティブ ガンゲイル・オンラインⅡ [A-1 Pictures] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Military, Video Game Action A new tournament, Squad Jam 3, has been announced in the popular VR game Gun Gale Online. This time, Pitohui, one of the best performers in the previous competition, offers to team up with Karen Kohiruimaki, better known in-game as LLENN, the "Pink Devil." Despite her initial reluctance, Karen agrees to join Pitohui's team, LPFM, since she looks forward to facing SHINC, her rivals from the previous Squad Jam. The newly formed LPFM enrolls in the tournament and is quickly recognized as the favorite to win due to the caliber of its players. As they strive to come out on top and win Squad Jam 3, LLENN, Pitohui, and the other members of LPFM battle against other competitors and tackle unexpected challenges. Sequel. Overall Rating: 6/10 16. Nageki no Bourei wa Intai shitai Let This Grieving Soul Retire 嘆きの亡霊は引退したい [Zero-G] (Finished 6/13) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy As dungeon-like treasure vaults started appearing throughout the land, more and more people began signing up as treasure hunters—risking their lives to obtain the vast riches and ancient relics inside. In the imperial capital of Zebrudia, the top hunter party is the Grieving Souls—a group of six childhood friends led by Krai Andrey, who is thought to be the strongest of them due to having a reputed wide array of skills. However, Krai actually has no special talent. His accomplishments are actually the result of his friends being overpowered. Krai has repeatedly attempted to leave the party out of fear his lack of aptitudes would one day cause his companions' downfall. Nevertheless, everyone around Krai thinks differently, making him feel obligated to remain the group's leader. There are some good elements, but it's too unserious, and watching everyone guessing the meaning of ordinary acts of protagonist is so repetitive and repulsive. Focus on luck, and it's not a solid basis. For me shortcommings eventually outweighted benefits. Overall Rating: 6/10 17. Hitoribocchi no Isekai Kouryaku Loner Life in Another World ひとりぼっちの異世界攻略 [Passione, Hayabusa Film] (Finished 6/12) Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy High school student Haruka has always been a content loner. One day, he and his class are abruptly transported to another world and given skill points to use when choosing from an assortment of abilities and magical powers. Unfortunately, Haruka arrives last, and he can only use his points on the seemingly impractical abilities the others had no interest in. Although he is on his own again and must adjust to his new life by himself, he much prefers it that way. However, Haruka's peaceful solitude is short-lived, as he runs into some of his classmates. Weak to their pleas for help, he ends up sheltering and helping them reunite with the others. But the different cliques struggle to see eye to eye, forcing Haruka to find a way to end the infighting and restore harmony between them to survive the unfamiliar world. What can be worse that OP MC with cheat skills? Only two OP characters with cheat skills... But my main issue is that everything is so schematic here that no personalities are seen behind tropes. Still, good execution of skill fantasy and el hazard concept. Overall Rating: 6/10 18. Dragon Ball Daima ドラゴンボール ダイマ [Toei Animation] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Shounen Martial Arts Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy After saving the world from the destructive might of Majin Buu, Gokuu Son and his allies look forward to a well-earned rest. However, unbeknownst to them, their battle was recorded and observed by Gomah, an evil being who assumes the title of King in the Demon Realm, filling the void left behind with the death of former ruler Dabura. At Gomah's side is Degesu, the younger brother of Higashi no Kaioshin, a being who lords over the universe. Jealous of his brother's power, Degesu works alongside Gomah to steal Earth's Dragon Balls and preemptively subdue any potential future enemies. Calling upon the power of the legendary dragon Shenron, Gomah wishes for Gokuu and his friends to be reverted into children, intending to rob them of the limitless power that defeated Buu. With Earth's greatest warriors shrunken down, Gomah abducts Dende, the planet's acting god. But Gokuu refuses to be set back by his new body, working to master his younger form to fight as proficiently as he could as an adult. Joined by Kaioshin and Glorio—a mysterious but seemingly rebellious demon—Gokuu pursues Gomah to the Demon Realm in order to rescue Dende and restore his friends to their natural ages. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 19. Saikyou no Shienshoku "Wajutsushi" de Aru Ore wa Sekai Saikyou Clan wo Shitagaeru The Most Notorious "Talker" Runs the World's Greatest Clan 最凶の支援職【話術士】である俺は世界最強クランを従える [Felix Film, Ga-Crew] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Noel longs to be a Seeker like his heroic grandfather, slaying the beasts that emerge from Abysses and exploring far-off lands. Unfortunately, it turns out he's nothing but a measly Talker–a job with no combat skills whatsoever. Undaunted, Noel sets out to establish the strongest clan in all the land, using his silver-tongued Talker skills to unite assassins and heroes under his leadership. It's quite good and maybe it would even deserve masterpiece if it was not that morally bad. Shame, really, as it started just as shades of grey with enough reasoning. Also there's quite too much convenience in here. Overall Rating: 6/10 20. Kami no Tou: Koubou-sen Tower of God Season 2: Workshop Battle 神之塔 -Tower of God- 工房戦 [The Answer Studio] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery Second part of Tower of God Season 2. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 21. Kekkon suru tte, Hontou desu ka 365 Days to the Wedding 結婚するって、本当ですか 365 Days To The Wedding [Ashi Productions] (Finished 4/12) Tags: Seinen Adult Cast, Workplace Romance As introverted colleagues at a travel agency in Tokyo, Takuya Oohara and Rika Honjouji both cherish their happily single lives. After work, home is where they feel most at ease: Takuya unwinds with his cat, while Rika studies various maps. However, an uncertain future looms over their treasured tranquility when their company plans to open a branch office in Alaska within one year and transfer an unmarried employee there. During a day off, Takuya and Rika accidentally meet and, despite never having spoken before, open up to each other about their relocation fears. Feeling encouraged by Takuya facing the same predicament, Rika suddenly proposes a daring solution—to pretend to be engaged for 365 days. Takuya accepts, but little do the two know that the path to marriage may, in many ways, change forever the very lifestyles they struggle to preserve. Totally expected, without admirable characters and with constant repeats. Overall Rating: 6/10 22. Maou 2099 Demon Lord 2099 魔王2099 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 8/12) Tags: Urban Fantasy Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi Five hundred years ago, the fantasy world of Alneath was torn apart by a war between magically gifted immortals and mortals armed with magical artifacts. The conflict came to an end when mortals' hero, Gram, slayed the Demon Lord Veltol Velvet Velsvolt. In 2099, the world looks a bit different. Alneath and technologically advanced Earth have fused in an event known as Fantasion. Immortals have been hunted down to near extinction, and technological implants called Familia allow mortals to use magic. As the new world slowly recovers, Veltol's vassal Machina Solege resurrects him in Shinjuku, a techno-magical city constructed in the middle of devastated lands. However, Veltol's magic is severely weakened, and his former ally Marcus has betrayed him. To regain his fame and magical abilities, Veltol follows the advice of Takahashi—Machina's friend and a professional hacker—to start an unusual career: live streaming. His sharp tongue and comically poor gaming skills quickly secure him followers, but to dominate the world once again, Veltol must first uncover Shinjuku's secrets and thwart Marcus' vile plans. It has serious problems with direction and story , and by the 8th episode when Demon King and his generals enroll in a magical school that's too much even for me. Overall Rating: 6/10 23. Rekishi ni Nokoru Akujo ni Naru zo I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History 歴史に残る悪女になるぞ [Maho Film] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shoujo Isekai, Villainess Comedy, Fantasy, Romance The kind and compassionate heroine of an otome game may be as flawless as she is admirable, but a certain young woman from Japan much prefers the villainess, Alicia Williams. She sees sense in Alicia's ruthless verbal abuse and values her discipline and fortitude. On the other hand, aside from always toying with Prince Duke Seeker's emotions, the commoner heroine seems to only spout lip service. Given the choice, the young woman would love to be reincarnated as Alicia—and her wish suddenly comes true! Seven-year-old Alicia awakens with the memories of her past life, now aware of all the future events, outcomes, and the world's secrets. She has no fear; to outsmart the heroine and avoid a bad ending, all Alicia needs is hard work, mastery of her noble family's dark magic, and the determination to become the greatest villainess in history. Villainess. Overall Rating: 5/10 24. Tensei Kizoku, Kantei Skill de Nariagaru 2nd Season As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Season 2 転生貴族、鑑定スキルで成り上がる 第2期 [studio MOTHER] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Adventure, Fantasy Second season of Tensei Kizoku, Kantei Skill de Nariagaru. Sequel. Now, when it has essence after introduction in first season, can finally raise the score. Overall Rating: 7/10 25. Ao no Exorcist: Yuki no Hate-hen Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga 青の祓魔師 雪ノ果篇 [Studio VOLN] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Mythology, School Action, Supernatural Demonic activity worldwide has significantly increased due to the involvement and corrupt practices of the Illuminati. To combat the unnatural influx of demons, the Vatican Headquarters decides to hold the annual Exorcist Certification Exam early and allow for as many exorcists as possible to take up the mantle. Straight from the Vatican, one of the most powerful exorcists, Lewin "Lightning" Light, arrives at True Cross Academy to help prepare the students for the exam. The ease and mastery with which Lewin performs exorcisms quickly impresses Ryuuji "Bon" Suguro, who has lost his ambition to continue his studies, and Lewin surprisingly accepts him as his apprentice. Amid the worsening situation, twin brothers Rin and Yukio Okumura are sent to locate the recently missing exorcist Shura Kirigakure, who seems to be chained to a decades-long contract with a powerful, immortal demon hiding in Aomori Prefecture's dangerous, snowy mountains. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 26. Yarinaoshi Reijou wa Ryuutei Heika wo Kouryakuchuu The Do-Over Damsel Conquers The Dragon Emperor やり直し令嬢は竜帝陛下を攻略中 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shoujo Time Travel Comedy, Fantasy, Romance Jill Savelle—fiancée of the crown prince Gerald der Kratos and known as the "Lady Goddess of War"—is being hunted down by the same country she swore to protect. Betrayed by her betrothed, she is framed as a traitor and imprisoned. In her last moments, Jill is filled with regret, but just as death approaches, she awakens six years in the past. This time, she will not be a mere pawn. Now as a 10-year-old girl, Jill resolves to escape her imminent engagement to the prince. To this end, she jokingly professes her love to the 19-year-old dragon emperor Hadis Teos Rave, who will one day stain the land in blood due to madness. But against all expectations, he accepts! In contrast to the tyrant from Jill's memories, the Hadis of this time is a kind albeit unfortunate emperor. Can Jill prevent Hadis from descending down the same dark, villainous road, or is he bound to an inevitable future? Otome with the same concept that was aired just recently. And just as then not finding comedy here. Overall Rating: 5/10 27. Amagami-san Chi no Enmusubi Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister 甘神さんちの縁結び [Drive] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Shounen Harem Comedy, Romance After witnessing his mother's death at a young age, Uryuu Kamihate grew up disillusioned with the gods, dismissing faith in them as utter nonsense. Due to his beliefs, he aims to become a doctor, spending most of his time studying to enter the prestigious Kyoto University. To further his studies, Uryuu searches for a new place to take him in and get away from the noisy environment of the orphanage where he grew up. Chidori Amagami, head priest of the Amagami Shrine, allows him to stay at the Amagami residence. However, Uryuu has to live there with Chidori's three granddaughters—Yae, Yuna, and Asahi—who serve as shrine maidens. Moreover, Chidori has another condition for Uryuu: he has to marry one of the sisters to ensure the shrine's future and one day inherit it. But with Uryuu's goals and outlook naturally clashing against the sisters' beliefs, this already daunting ordeal seems outright impossible. Cohabitation harem... probably among the better ones, but can hardly care. Overall Rating: 5/10 28. Sayounara Ryuusei, Konnichiwa Jinsei Good Bye, Dragon Life さようなら竜生、こんにちは人生 [SynergySP, Vega Entertainment] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Reincarnation Action, Adventure, Fantasy Long ago, a human managed to defeat the oldest, most powerful dragon of them all. This dragon was so strong that even the gods feared it, but it accepted its end all alone. Then, suddenly, the dragon woke up in a new life as a guy named Dolan, living in a faraway village. Living as a regular person now, Dolan works hard in the fields and hunts for food. Even though life in the village is simple, it's also cozy and makes him happy in ways he never felt as a dragon. But one day, while exploring a swamp, Dolan meets Celina, a creature who's part human and part snake called a lamia. She's looking for a partner but admits she's not great at getting humans to like her because she's part snake. Despite their differences, Dolan and Cerina start to become friends. However, they face lots of challenges from outside forces. Join them on a magical adventure as a once-mighty dragon begins a new life in a quiet corner of the world! Reincanration from dragon into human and monster girls don't pull it out... Overall Rating: 5/10 29. Party kara Tsuihou sareta Sono Chiyushi, Jitsu wa Saikyou ni Tsuki The Healer Who Was Banished From His Party, Is, in Fact, the Strongest パーティーから追放されたその治癒師、実は最強につき [Studio Elle] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Throughout his youth, unskilled healer Laust was taken advantage of by unscrupulous adventurers. Despite intensive efforts to improve himself, Laust is swindled by the members of Blades of Lightning—the first party that he joins after completing his training—and is eventually banished by its leader Margulus. As the subject of public ridicule, Laust is not hopeful about his future prospects. However, novice adventurer Narsena unexpectedly offers to form a party with him, and he happily accepts. The duo quickly gain fame by conquering uncharted parts of the labyrinth. While there seems to be a reason behind Narsena's hasty proposal, Laust is oblivious to what it could be. Meanwhile, Margulus fails for the second time to slay a poisonous hydra, even after enlisting the help of elite healer Lyra for the quest. Laust soon finds himself being asked to rejoin Blades of Lightning, but it is not as easy as he imagined to move on from his former comrades-in-arms despite his new path and current companion. It's quite solid though direction is not seen till roughly the middle. But by the end of it it managed to win me over. Overall Rating: 7/10 30. Tsuma, Shougakusei ni Naru. TsumaSho 妻、小学生になる。 [Studio Signpost] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Seinen Reincarnation Comedy, Romance The moments Keisuke Niijima shared with his wife, Takae, were the happiest in his life. After their first meeting as coworkers, the bond between them gradually became stronger. They eventually married and were blessed with a daughter named Mai soon after. However, following Takae's death, time seems to have stopped for Keisuke, resulting in his inability to build a proper relationship with his daughter. Ten years later, the gloomy Niijima household is bound for change when a little girl knocks at the door—claiming to be Takae's reincarnation. After confirming her identity, Keisuke's world brightens once more as he revels at the thought of making new memories with his beloved family. Unfortunately, this fortuitous miracle comes with its obvious drawbacks, and one mistake will spell more tragic consequences for Keisuke and everyone else involved. Not really appealing concept, but repeating nature of behavior only fatigues. Overall Rating: 5/10 31. NegaPosi Angler Negative Positive Angler ネガポジアングラー [Nut] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adult Cast For blasé college dropout Tsunehiro Sasaki, life has become hopeless. After failing to enter a top university, he has lost all his money trading on financial markets and is now critically indebted. To add to his misery, he learns that he only has at most two years left to live due to an incurable disease. The trajectory of Tsunehiro's life suddenly changes after a group of amateur fishermen saves him from drowning as he was trying to escape from a trio of creditors. While Takaaki Tsutsujimori pushes Tsunehiro to work at the group's workplace—a convenience store that doubles as a fishing shop—Hana Ayukawa tries to share her love for fishing. Although the attempts of the joyful group of anglers initially prove unsuccessful, Takaaki urges Tsunehiro to take a fresh start in life, and the young man eventually accepts the fishing enthusiast's assistance to pay off his debts. As work, friendships, and an unfamiliar hobby all suddenly find their way into his life, Tsunehiro must find the strength to change his ways if he wants to make the best of his remaining time. Fishing. Overall Rating: 5/10 32. Kamonohashi Ron no Kindan Suiri 2nd Season Ron Kamonohashi's Forbidden Deductions Season 2 鴨乃橋ロンの禁断推理 2nd Season [Diomedéa] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen Adult Cast, Detective Comedy, Mystery Not long after forming their partnership, detectives Ron Kamonohashi and Totomaru Isshiki have proven adept at solving various cases together. However, the two are further motivated to continue their work when they discover that the House of M—an infamous crime syndicate—orchestrated Ron's expulsion from the prestigious Detective Training Academy BLUE five years prior. It appears that this group is also linked to Ron's mysterious ability that causes those around him to lose their lives, a phenomenon which Ron is desperate to stop. A member of the House of M soon starts to commit boastful serial murders around Shibuya as an act of provocation toward Ron. Consequently, the investigative pair must do their best to apprehend the culprit for the sake of justice as well as learning more about Ron's dark past and present condition. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 33. Mecha-ude (TV) Mecha-Ude: Mechanical Arms メカウデ [TriF Studio] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Action, Sci-Fi Hikaru Amatsuga's days of tranquility come to a sudden end when he rescues Alma, a mechanical arm crying for help. Alma fuses with his jacket, introducing Hikaru to the world of mechanical arms: mysterious, sentient weapons that normally become a part of their users' bodies. Forced to flee for his life, Hikaru is eventually captured by Aki Murasame, a twin mechanical arms user working for ARMS, an organization that protects the machines against unethical treatment. The Kagami Group, a nefarious organization that treats mechanical arms as mere tools, seeks to recover Alma. Hikaru is deemed a failure by ARMS for his lack of natural predisposition to be an mechanical arm wielder, so Aki is assigned to be his bodyguard. But Aki is defeated by Jun Kagami, who cruelly tears out her two mechanical limbs, condemning the girl to a slow death. Unwilling to abandon Aki to her grim fate, Hikaru miraculously awakens his power and neutralizes Kagami. Now a full member of ARMS, Hikaru is determined to unravel the truth about mechanical arms and protect his newfound friends and allies. A normal shounen. Overall Rating: 5/10 34. Goukon ni Ittara Onna ga Inakatta Hanashi How I Attended an All-Guy's Mixer 合コンに行ったら女がいなかった話 [Ashi Productions] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adult Cast, Crossdressing Comedy, Romance College student Tokiwa gets invited to a mixer by his female classmate Suo. But when he arrives with his friends, they're greeted by three dazzlingly handsome men?! Crossdressing cringe. Overall Rating: 5/10 35. Hoshifuru Oukoku no Nina Nina the Starry Bride 星降る王国のニナ [Signal.MD] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Josei Romance On the dusty streets of the castle town Dayah in the Fortna Kingdom, a young orphan named Nina steals for survival. Experiencing one tragedy after another, she has little to hope for in her life. Believing it best for Nina, her closest friend, Saji, hands her over to Second Prince Azure Seth Fortna, who has been searching for someone with unique and intense deep-blue eyes—just like Nina's. The kingdom's princess, the revered Astral Priestess Alisha, has recently died on her way to the Galgada Kingdom, where she was to marry the tyrant First Prince Sett. However, her death is concealed for political reasons, and that is where Nina needs to step in. With nowhere else to go and no one to turn to, Nina assumes Alisha's identity and future duties. But with each moment spent with Azure, Nina feels herself drawn to his warmth, fearing that once she is wed to another, nobody will remain to remember her true self. Otome. Overall Rating: 5/10 36. Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan - Kyoto Douran Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Disturbance るろうに剣心 -明治剣客浪漫譚- 京都動乱 [LIDENFILMS] (Finished 1/23) Tags: Shounen Historical, Samurai Action After living peaceful days at the Kamiya dojo, Kenshin Himura finds himself at a crucial crossroads, as his vow to never end a life is put to the ultimate test. Following the murder of his former commander, he now has to retread the road of violence and blood to take down Makoto Shishio—the assassin prodigy who calls himself the notorious Battousai's successor. With ambitions to overthrow the Meiji government and establish his dominion in Kyoto, Shishio has meticulously schemed for a decade, building a formidable anti-government military force. Now, Shishio has turned his sights toward recruiting Aoshi Shinomori, a cold-blooded killer and the former leader of the legendary Oniwaban Group warriors. As Kenshin travels through a village abandoned by the government and currently under the iron fist of Shishio's henchmen, he is determined to prevent the country from spiraling back into civil war. He allies with his former rival, Hajime Saitou, forging a fragile partnership in a battle against Shishio's empire that will determine the fate of Japan. Sequel. Overall Rating: 6/10 37. Natsume Yuujinchou Shichi Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 夏目友人帳 漆 [Shuka] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shoujo Iyashikei, Mythology Slice of Life, Supernatural As a young child, Takashi Natsume believed his ability to see youkai to be nothing but a curse. Now a high school student, Natsume has managed to heal from his old wounds and form unbreakable bonds with humans and youkai alike. Natsume's newfound friendships—including the one with his spirit bodyguard Madara, nicknamed "Nyanko-sensei"—are often interlaced with his duty to return the names of the spirits written inside the Book of Friends, his late grandmother Reiko's keepsake. While more remarkable youkai reach out to him, Natsume discovers that he still has much to learn about the world that surrounds him. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 38. Maou-sama, Retry! R Demon Lord, Retry! R 魔王様、リトライ! R [Gekkou] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy With Rabbi Village greatly expanding under the management of his subordinates Isami Tahara and Yuu Kirino, Hakuto Kunai can now resume his adventures while looking for items to counteract magic. He begins his search at the Prison Labyrinth in Rookie Town, where a secret laboratory deep within the dungeon gives him insight into technology that is far more advanced and dangerous than anything in the rest of the world. Meanwhile, Rabbi Village has gained unwanted international attention from the newly formed Queendom of Xenobia, which wishes to drive a wedge between the Holy Kingdom of Light and the State of Right. But with Kunai's newly summoned aide, Akane Fujisaki, at his disposal, things may not go as the Queendom plans. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 39. MF Ghost 2nd Season MF Ghost Season 2 MFゴースト 2nd Season [Felix Film] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Seinen Racing The second race in the MFG tournament at the notoriously difficult Lake Ashinoko track is underway. Though his car is severely disadvantaged in terms of horsepower, tune-ups to Kanata Katagiri's Toyota 86 GT allow him to quickly soar into a qualifying position. However, torrential downpour on the final day of racing brings tire traction woes and causes all drivers to struggle. Thanks to the environment he grew up in and his extensive training, Kanata surprises everyone when he is able to pull ahead of the pack—albeit with some very risky maneuvers. However, there are still two formidable competitors ahead of Kanata: last race's winner Michael Beckenbauer and Lake Ashinoko record holder Kouki Sawatari. But even if Kanata can close the gap, he still needs to watch out for the drivers in his rearview preying on even a single mistake that they can take advantage of. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 40. One Piece: Gyojin Tou-hen One Piece Log: Fish-Man Island Saga SPECIAL EDITED VERSION『ONE PIECE』魚人島編 [Toei Animation] (Finished 1/21) Tags: Shounen Action, Adventure, Fantasy Two years after the Summit War, Monkey D. Luffy plans to reunite with the Straw Hat Pirates in the Sabaody Archipelago. However, the Marines obstruct Luffy's path with overwhelming force. Meanwhile, the Straw Hats must also foil the schemes of a group of impersonators acting in their likenesses. With two years of intensive training with allies old and new, Luffy regroups with his friends aboard the Thousand Sunny to set sail for the New World. As the Straw Hat Crew departs for Fish-Man Island, new threats creep up from the abyss. But more determined than ever to become the King of the Pirates, Luffy is prepared to defeat any enemy that may stand between him and his dream. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 41. Youkai Gakkou no Sensei Hajimemashita! A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! 妖怪学校の先生はじめました！ [Satelight] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Shounen Gag Humor, Mythology, School, Workplace Comedy, Fantasy Following a bad experience teaching at a public high school that resulted in a break from working, Haruaki Abe eagerly takes up a new job at Hyakki Academy. Despite his cowardice, the novice teacher is motivated to do better this time around. However, his mind quickly changes when he finds out that everyone at the school is actually a supernatural being known as a youkai, leaving him glaringly out of place as the only human around. Facing his class as its new homeroom teacher, Abe immediately becomes a target for the students' antics due to his quick-to-scare nature. Though as the man starts to learn more about the creatures, as well as himself, getting along with the unruly group might not be as hard as he originally thought as their school lives begin to get more vibrant. Youkai are too irritating for me. Overall Rating: 5/10 42. Nanatsu no Taizai: Mokushiroku no Yonkishi 2nd Season The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse Season 2 七つの大罪 黙示録の四騎士 第2期 [Telecom Animation Film] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Action, Adventure, Fantasy Second season of Nanatsu no Taizai: Mokushiroku no Yonkishi. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 43. Kabushikigaisha Magi-Lumière Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. 株式会社マジルミエ [J.C.Staff, Studio Moe] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Shounen Adult Cast, Mahou Shoujo, Workplace Action In recent years, creatures known as Kaii have frequently attacked cities and wrought destruction. Exterminating these monsters quickly became a popular and well-respected profession, carried out by magical girls. More than five hundred magical girl companies, ranging from small ventures to large corporations, offer their aid to those who need it. Kana Sakuragi is a studious college graduate struggling to land a job despite attending numerous interviews. But when a Kaii attacks during her latest interview, she finds herself assisting the magical girl responding to the crisis. Although she lacks battle experience, Kana relies on her exceptional memory and knowledge to help subdue the monster. Hitomi Koshigaya, the headstrong magical girl who faced the Kaii, recognizes Kana's potential and invites her to join Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc.—the startup where Hitomi works. Wishing to make a difference, Kana accepts the offer to become a magical girl herself. While Kana may not be suited for the corporate world, it soon becomes clear that her true calling is to rise as one of the most talented magical girls in existence. A pinnacle of serious mahou shoujo. It had some memorable moments, and I made it to the end, so can spare a minor masterpiece score for it, although there's no real story, so won't be there for second season if it comes. Overall Rating: 7/10 44. Ao no Miburo Blue Miburo 青のミブロ [Maho Film] (Finished 15/24) Tags: Shounen Historical, Samurai Action Though he grew up as an orphan, Nio Chirinu finds a place to belong: being a waiter at his adoptive grandmother's restaurant. But this peace does not last long; Nio and his sister Iroha are used as bait to arrest child abductors by Toshizou Hijikata and Souji Okita—two members of an infamous ronin group called Miburo. After the ordeal, Toshizou proposes that Nio join the ranks of Miburo and protect the people of Kyoto. Frustrated by his own weakness, Nio trains to match the swordsmanship of his new comrades. Even so, he struggles to be accepted by Tarou Tanaka and Hajime Saitou, the other Miburo members of his age. Determined to befriend them, Nio must discover his own sense of justice and become strong enough to prevail against all his enemies. It starts as action, continues as detective and then falls into some kind of comedy when samurai need to learn how to earn money to buy some same style kimono... It's not great, though solid enough. Overall Rating: 6/10 45. Trillion Game トリリオンゲーム [Madhouse] (Finished 5/26) Tags: Seinen Adult Cast Drama After socially awkward technology specialist Manabu "Gaku" Taira is saved from thugs by the outgoing Haru Tennouji, the two men find that they get along with each other well. Years later, Gaku, who is having a tough time getting a job due to his timidness, is convinced by Haru to apply for a position alongside him at Dragon Bank, one of Japan's largest IT companies. During their interviews, the company's board director, Kirika Kokuryuu, takes an interest in Haru and Gaku's contrasting personalities. However, Gaku does not get hired by the company, leading Haru to quit the job on his first day in protest. Nevertheless, they decide to embark on an ambitious plan of making a trillion dollars. In order for their scheme to come to fruition, Haru and Gaku start looking for potential investors, but everyone rejects their extravagant idea. In spite of that, the two soon find themselves getting an offer from Kirika—and with her investment, they might just be able to reach their goal. Every character is really irritating and it's quite cheezy, so I just dont care where it can be going. Overall Rating: 5/10 46. Acro Trip アクロトリップ [Voil] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Shoujo Mahou Shoujo, Parody Comedy Due to her mother's work, Chizuko Date has never remained in one place for long or grown attached to anything in particular. However, while temporarily staying with her grandfather Suikyou, she witnesses something extraordinary: a magical girl named Berry Blossom fighting against Chroma, member of the evil organization Fossa Magna. Seeing Berry Blossom save the day ignites a passion in Chizuko, and she swears to be a fan of the new magical girl in town thereafter. As time passes, Berry Blossom's popularity dwindles due to the incompetence of her opponent. When Chizuko randomly encounters Chroma himself, she does not hold back her complaints against him. For his part, Chroma does not enjoy being defeated again and again; moreover, Fossa Magna will force him to resign if he continues losing. In desperation, Chroma begs Chizuko to become his second-in-command and help him with his evildoings. For the sake of Berry Blossom regaining the spotlight, Chizuko must question whether it is right to join forces with the magical girl's sworn enemy. Cute mahou shoujo comedy. But I can't fall for cuteness alone, and comedy is of repeating nature and with simpleton characters, so can't rate higher. Overall Rating: 6/10 47. Love Live! Superstar!! 3rd Season Love Live! Superstar!! Season 3 ラブライブ！スーパースター!! [Sunrise] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Idols (Female), Music, School Slice of Life As the Love Live! Competition draws to a close, Kanon Shibuya takes an offer to study abroad and bids farewell to her friends and fellow members of the school idol group Liella!. Although they will live on opposite sides of the world, both Kanon and the group remain motivated to continue their idol activities. Unbeknownst to Kanon, however, her plans are cut short by Wien Margarete's parents, who request that Kanon remain in Japan for another year so that their daughter can learn from her. While Kanon finds herself in awkward limbo, Wien cannot bring herself to join her once fierce rival Liella! and decides to start a group of her own. Not wanting Wien's determination to go to waste, Kanon joins the new group, recruiting her former group member's sister Tomari Onitsuka in the process. As the newfound unit strives to wash off Wien's controversial past, the new Liella! is also wrestling with the struggles of losing their irreplaceable center. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 48. Touhai: Ura Rate Mahjong Touhairoku 凍牌〜裏レート麻雀闘牌録〜 [East Fish Studio] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Seinen Organized Crime, Psychological, Strategy Game Drama, Suspense Ever since moving into his own apartment, quiet high school student Kei has been looking for a new thrill. He soon finds himself playing mahjong, but his whole life takes a dramatic turn when he is forced to play the game with a criminal group. Even though the odds seem against him, Kei is able to outmatch the others. Instead of claiming his reward in cash, however, he decides to take an abducted girl named Amina under his wing. Due to Kei's skills and cold playstyle, the mysterious Hideharu Seki takes an interest in him, introducing him to mahjong parlors and new potential opponents. But when matched up against an experienced player named Doujima, Kei is severely outskilled and only narrowly escapes going into serious debt. If he wants to protect his new life with Amina, Kei must find a way to outwit these shady characters and come out on top in every game he plays. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 49. Mahoutsukai ni Narenakatta Onnanoko no Hanashi The Stories of Girls Who Couldn't Be Magicians 魔法使いになれなかった女の子の話 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 2/12) Tags: School Fantasy From a young age, Kurumi Mirai has aspired to become a magician. Driven by her ambition, she has spent her childhood preparing to join the prestigious Rettoran Academy of Magic. Although Kurumi excels in the selection exam, her dream is crushed when she is not chosen for the elite magic class. Admitted to the standard class at the academy instead, Kurumi soon befriends Maki Kumiiru, her new roommate; and Yuzu Edel, another girl unhappy with her placement. However, to everyone's surprise, their homeroom teacher, Minami Suzuki, promises to teach the class magic anyway. Although skeptical at first, the girls start to believe that this may be their second chance at realizing their dreams and becoming wonderful magicians. Magical academy is something I've grown tired of. Overall Rating: 5/10 50. Haigakura ハイガクラ [Typhoon Graphics] (Finished 3/13) Tags: Josei Adventure, Fantasy The balance of the world is deeply shaken when malevolent gods known as the Four Perils break their seals and disappear together with eight million minor deities. In the absence of gods, lands become barren and famine looms in the country of the Eight Immortals. In order to restore the fragile harmony, kashi—gifted dancers and singers—must hunt the missing gods in other realms, use their performance skills to charm the deities, and seal them using the power of their rosaries. Although a master dancer, Ichiyou is ridiculed by his peers for his lack of singing talent. Nonetheless, the young kashi is tasked by the Eight Immortals to bring back the Four Perils before the world plunges into complete chaos. Helped by his familiars Tenkou and Kaka, Ichiyou embarks on the perilous mission given to him, with his search leading him to modern-day Japan. If he hopes to save the world, Ichiyou must also uncover the truth behind the Four Perils' disappearance—but this event seems to be disturbingly intertwined with his own past. Concept could play out, it it turned out to be very boring. Overall Rating: 5/10 51. Puniru wa Kawaii Slime Puniru is a Kawaii Slime ぷにるはかわいいスライム [TOHO animation STUDIO] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Gag Humor, School Comedy This is the story of Puniru the slime and Kotarou, a middle school student, until they cease being friends... Kotarou Kawaii is a second-year middle school boy. When he was in elementary school, a slime he created came to life, and for the past seven years, he has been spending time with the slime named Puniru as his "friend." However, there is one problem for Kotarou... Over the seven years, both have grown significantly, and Puniru has transformed into an incredibly beautiful girl! Besides her beautiful appearance, Puniru freely transforms into various cute forms as a slime, causing Kotarou to be both excited and bewildered by her carefree behavior every time. Will Puniru and Kotarou be able to continue spending time together as "friends" despite these challenging days ahead? Strange immature romcom with constant repeat of slime melting and characters just past elementary school. Overall Rating: 5/10 52. Kinoko Inu Kinokoinu Mushroom Pup きのこいぬ [C-Station] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Seinen Adult Cast, Iyashikei, Pets Slice of Life, Supernatural Grief-stricken over the death of his last family member, his dog Hanako, picture book writer Hotaru Yuuyami suffers from writer's block for nearly two months. Despite his childhood friend and editor Tsubaki Uehara's best efforts, nothing seems to alleviate his pain. But all of this changes one day with the sudden apparition of Kinoko Inu, a mysterious mushroom from his garden that turns into a dog-shaped animal. Much to the great dismay of Tsubaki, Hotaru hastily invites the creature into his abode. Days after Hotaru and Kinoko Inu start living together, the strange mushroom-dog decides to burn the last of Hanako's personal belongings in order to alleviate Hotaru's depression. However, the cohabitation between the overworked writer and his mischievous guest proves more difficult than expected, and Hotaru must let go of his grief if he wants to properly take care of Kinoko Inu. Iyashikei pet is even worse than normal pets or iyashikei. Overall Rating: 5/10 53. Kamierabi 2nd Season KamiErabi GOD.app Season 2 カミエラビ GOD.app [Unend] (Finished 1/12) Tags: High Stakes Game Action, Suspense After the mysterious disappearance of one of its participants, the battle meant to name a successor to God is brutally interrupted, leaving behind a trail of destruction and shaking the world. Twelve years later, while the former contestants in the divine competition struggle to fit in society after they were turned into semi-permanents—beings unable to age—Lall refuses to let go of her brother, who has been forgotten by everyone. Determined to resurrect her brother—the only one she sees fit to sit on the heavenly throne—Lall steals her his cellphone from a cult run by a past competitor, which accidentally restarts the competition. Helped by her classmate Eko Sasaki, Lall will show no mercy to prevail against her enemies in her efforts to finally see her brother again. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 54. Shin Tennis no Oujisama: U-17 World Cup Semifinal The Prince of Tennis II U-17 World Cup Semifinal 新テニスの王子様 U-17 WORLD CUP SEMIFINAL [M.S.C] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen School Sports After the intense quarterfinals, the U-17 World Cup competition has been whittled down to four formidable teams. Standing between Team Japan's quest for international glory is the nine-time tournament champion, Germany, and their star-studded team, pro player Jurgen Borisovich Volk at its helm. With both the momentum and the crowd's favor on the side of their opponents, Japan faces an uphill battle. Determined to avenge an earlier loss, Japan sends seven of their best—including team captain Houou Byoudouin—to challenge the German national team. But trying to reach the finals for the first time in Japan's tennis history may cause even these fearless players to crumble under mounting waves of pressure as they venture into uncharted territories. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 55. Kankin Kuiki Level X Lockdown Zone: Lv. X 監禁区域レベルX [Imagica Infos, Imageworks Studio] (Finished 1/6) Tags: Horror, Mystery After waking up in her room on Christmas Eve, high school student Ryouka Tsurumi makes a series of chilling discoveries. Her mother informs her that her mansion has been evacuated and the area placed on lockdown due to the presence of an unknown and dangerous entity named X. The only other person left in the building is Shuuhei Murosaka, Ryouka's childhood friend. To add to the horror, Ryouka learns that X can brainwash people for its gruesome goal: feeding itself of human blood to reproduce. However, Shuuhei comes to Ryouka's rescue and manages to save her from one of X's brutal attacks. As the two friends try to escape from the lockdown area, they are captured by hypnotized humans and subsequently devoured by the giant beast. But for Ryouka, the nightmare has just started: she wakes up for the second time in her room, only to find out that a different X is now threatening her life. Realizing that she is stuck in a time loop, Ryouka decides to team up with Shuuhei to find a safe future away from the threat of X. Not fond of horrors. Overall Rating: 5/10 56. Murder Mystery of the Dead マーダーミステリー・オブ・ザ・デッド [ABC Animation, Balus] (Finished 1/6) Tags: Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense In a world devastated by a zombie pandemic, the protagonist, Mikoto Amano, wakes up in an unfamiliar place with no memory. She is taken in by six girls: Ranna, Lili, Yuu, Fumika, Murumuru, and Rumina. However, their peaceful days are suddenly shattered when a shocking event occurs—the man who was rescued alongside Mikoto is brutally murdered. The killer is among them, and the next target could be anyone... Set in the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, the story unfolds in this now sealed-off high-rise, where mysteries and secrets attack one after another. As bonds of friendship start to form among the girls, will they be able to uncover the truth behind the incident? Suspense detective mystery. Overall Rating: 5/10 57. Ooi! Tonbo 2nd Season Tonbo! Season 2 オーイ！とんぼ 第2期 [OLM] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Drama, Sports After graduating middle school, Tonbo Ooi sets sail from the isolated island of Tokara to Kumamoto in hopes of advancing her golf career. Using his connections, Tonbo's mentor Kazuyoshi Igarashi is able to convince coach Hajime Udou to train her. While Tonbo initially has trouble showing off her abilities with her peculiar playstyle and inexperience with using a variety of golf clubs, she quickly proves her worth at her course debut by making use of her unique skills. Leaving an impression on Hajime and the people around her, Tonbo is sent to compete in the Kyushu Women's Championship. Met with familiar faces and new rivals, she is determined to dive deeper into the professional world of golf. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 58. The iDOLM@STER Shiny Colors 2nd Season The iDOLM@STER Shiny Colors Season 2 アイドルマスター シャイニーカラーズ 2nd season [Polygon Pictures] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Idols (Female), Music Slice of Life Following the success of Shiny Colors' first concert, Mano Sakuragi and her friends continue to face new challenges. After Straylight, a new unit of 283 Production, makes its debut concert, the members of the units are temporarily shuffled into new groups to prepare for a Halloween event to help them grow individually as idols. While Mano struggles to express her ideas, her fellow unit member Hiori Kazano feels left out by her new comrades' talent. At the same time, Fuyuko Mayuzumi, who has bitterly failed to become Straylight's center, proves completely unable to show her real personality, jeopardizing the entire project in the process. Shiny Colors' producer will have to find a way for Fuyuko to break out of her shell if he wants to see his idol units illuminate the world once more. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 59. Kagaku x Bouken Survival! 科学×冒険サバイバル！ [Gallop] (Finished 0/21) Tags: Shounen Educational Action, Comedy No matter what difficulties they face, "survival experts" never give up! They overcome difficulties with "courage" and "science" together with their friends! Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 60. 1 Cho 1 Second 1초 [Durufix] (Finished 0/13) Tags: Action, Supernatural Every second counts when you're a first responder. But what if you could see a glimpse into the future? Hosu is a firefighter with the supernatural ability to do just that. There’s just one catch. It only works when he feels extreme stress under pressure. Will knowing what will happen ahead of time help Hosu extinguish fires before they completely destroy homes and lives? And will he learn to wield his ability when he needs it most? Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 61. Kidou Senshi Gundam: Fukushuu no Requiem Mobile Suit Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance 機動戦士ガンダム 復讐のレクイエム [Sunrise, SAFEHOUSE Inc.] (Finished 1/6) Tags: Adult Cast, Mecha, Military Action, Sci-Fi It is November of the Universal Century 0079, the One year war is still raging across the world. In Romania, Zeon forces have managed to capture the Cluj-Napoca base with the help of the Red Wolf Squadron, led by Captain Iria Solari. Their victory is short-lived however, due to the surprise attack of the Earth Federation's new advanced mobile suit. Now on forced on their back foot, Iria's squadron is forced to go on the run while trying to fulfill their duties as soldiers of the principality against the overwhelming force of the Federation's new suit, the Gundam EX. I just wondered whether Gundam could fall even lower with the help of Netflix. Well, can't say it's less dumb now, but at least CGI is impressive. Overall Rating: 5/10 62. Ya She 哑舍 [Colored Pencil Animation] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Adult Cast, Mythology, Workplace Mystery, Supernatural In a busy and bustling city, history is soundlessly scattered throughout. Those legends that speak of rare treasures, lost in the flowing river of time. At this place, in this time, they are here--in an antique shop named "Ya She". Josei to the bones, bleh. Overall Rating: 5/10 63. Jian Lai Sword of Coming 剑来 [Cloud Art] (Finished 1/26) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy There are all kinds of things in the world. A poor boy in Lizhu Cave Heaven who should have great luck was unable to seize the opportunity because his natal porcelain was broken. Based on this, many bigwigs focused on the boy and made arrangements, so that the boy's friends got great opportunities, but the boy was at the center of the storm... Sadly, just a wuxia. Overall Rating: 5/10 64. Mushen Ji Tales of Herding Gods 牧神记 [Sparkly Key Animation Studio] (Finished 1/26) Tags: Historical Action, Adventure, Fantasy In the Disabled Elderly Village, there live nine elderly people with unpredictable origins and the young man Qin Mu they raised. One day, the cows that Qin Mu was responsible for grazing began to speak human words. From then on, Qin Mu became more aware of the dangers and beauty of Daxu, a land abandoned by gods: demons descended with darkness, divine bones danced in the ruins, and dragon bones protected their young, a giant ship that drags the sun... No matter what kind of danger he faces, Qin Mu is fearless. He has integrated the skills passed down by the Nine Elders and vowed to carve out a world with his unparalleled hegemony. Cultivation wuxia. Overall Rating: 5/10 65. Hu He Yao Shi Lu Tiger Crane 虎鹤妖师录 [Motion Magic] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy In a world where humans and demons coexist and compete, people who practice magic and kill demons as their own mission are called demon masters. Qi Xiaoxuan, the captain of the national demon master, met the prodigal Huzi by accident, and the two embarked on a journey to slay demons and protect the Tao together. Now, the world has experienced five hundred years of peace, and the demons are already ready to move, casting a haze on their future... Martial arts Wuxia. Overall Rating: 5/10 66. He Zhong Zhi Hai Sea in a Box 盒中之海 [bilibili] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Video Game Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Suspense Four participants playtest a virtual reality game that is still under development. The game uses AI simulated NPCs and system dynamics to generate a world with features not created by the developers, and perhaps beyond human understanding. Not translated, so don't want to sit through it in such state. Overall Rating: 0/10 67. Biaozhun Guige Zhanshi Ordinary Warrior 标准规格战士 [] (Finished 0/16) Tags: Action, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 68. Qia Tongxue Shaonian 恰同学少年 [-] (Finished 0/10) Tags: Historical - Not translated, so not really watchable for me in this state. Overall Rating: 0/10 69. Fureru. ふれる。 [CloverWorks] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Drama Aki, Ryo, and Yuta, childhood friends who grew up on the same island, are 20 years old and start living together in Takadanobaba, Tokyo. Even though their living environments are different: they work part-time at a bar, work as salespeople at a real estate company, and are students at a vocational school for clothing designers, the three are always connected in their hearts. The reason is, the mysterious creatures brought from the island, Touch, have mysterious powers similar to telepathy that connect them with different hobbies and personalities. The friendship between the three should continue, but they discover another hidden power of touch... Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 70. Ganbatte Ikimasshoi Give It All がんばっていきまっしょい [Studio Moe, Reirs] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Team Sports Set in Matsuyama City, Ehime, the movie depicts the growth and life-sized fluctuations of the hearts of high school girls who devoted their youth to the rowing club. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 72. Meirenyu de Xiatian Mermaid Summer 美人鱼的夏天 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Drama, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10

January is basically half-month. With the nukige excluded not much is left. 1. Seifuku Kanojo 2 制服カノジョ２ [ENTERGRAM] Sequel Sequel 2. Jiraikei Mahou Shoujo Sakura 地雷系魔法少女サクラ [iMel Inc.] Soushi Akiba, an orphaned young man living a solitary life, encounters a girl wearing 'Jirai-kei' -The goth-like fashion- in the bustling nightlife district. In such a place with the day nearing its end, Soushi, feeling sorry for the hungry girl, bought her some food. But just as he tries to leave, a monstrous 'non-human' being, camouflaged as a human, attacks him. With no hope in sight, a pink-haired girl in a sleek, cyberpunk-styled combat suit suddenly steps in. "...Magical Gear Activation. Transform." A transformation battle romance where love and duty collide to protect peace and everyday life! Surprisingly, a proper magical girl story with normal characters and romance. 3. Haou Senki Raimu 覇王戦姫 来夢 [LiLiM] One day, a spaceship came flying by. The owner of the spaceship calls himself Professor Kirazaki and declares that he will conquer Earth. The protagonist infiltrates the interior of the spaceship, but is discovered by Professor Kirazaki. Just as he is about to be captured, a girl falls from the sky and saves him. Only including this as it looks like it might be a normal game. But it has all the elements to be called a nukige.

In the absence of serious titles to my taste, there's a whole bunch of great comedies - Make Heroine ga Oosugiru! , Isekai Shikkaku , Murai no Koi and Long Zhong Ren. 1. "Oshi no Ko" 2nd Season [Oshi No Ko] Season 2 【推しの子】第2期 [Doga Kobo] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Seinen Reincarnation, Showbiz Drama With the help of producer Masaya Kaburagi, Aquamarine "Aqua" Hoshino and Kana Arima have landed the roles of Touki and Tsurugi in Lala Lai Theatrical Company's stage adaptation of the popular manga series Tokyo Blade. Co-starring with them is Aqua's girlfriend, Akane Kurokawa, who plays Touki's fiancée, Princess Saya. Due to the fanbase preferring Tsurugi as Touki's love interest, Saya has made fewer and fewer appearances in the manga, making it difficult for Akane to fully immerse herself in the role. Her struggles are compounded by differences between the play's script and the original work—differences that also frustrate Tokyo Blade's author, Abiko Samejima. Aqua, however, is more concerned with his personal goals than he is with the play. He has only one objective in mind: to grow closer to director Toshirou Kindaichi and find out what he knows about Aqua's mother, Ai. Sequel. Overall Rating: 6/10 2. Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian 時々ボソッとロシア語でデレる隣のアーリャさん [Doga Kobo] (Finished 3/12) Tags: School Comedy, Romance Seirei Academy is a prestigious school attended by the very best students in Japan. Alisa Mikhailovna "Alya" Kujou, the half-Russian and half-Japanese treasurer of the school's student council, is known for her intelligence, stunning looks, and rigid personality. Contrasting her near-flawless persona, Alya's unmotivated classmate Masachika Kuze slacks off during lessons and seems to show no interest in her. Initially irritated, Alya gradually becomes more intrigued by Masachika and starts expressing her affection for him in Russian. However, she is oblivious to his secret—he understands the language fluently! Due to a childhood friend who was temporarily staying in Japan, Masachika has been studying Russian in hopes of reuniting with her. As the two spend more time together, the playful and eccentric relationship between them quickly deepens. In the meantime, both must learn to navigate their new growing feelings for one another. Teasing genre has so strong predecessors that this one does not stand close to the best ones. Overall Rating: 6/10 3. Tsue to Tsurugi no Wistoria Wistoria: Wand and Sword 杖と剣のウィストリア [Actas, Bandai Namco Pictures] (Finished 6/12) Tags: Shounen School Action, Adventure, Fantasy When humanity was oppressed by mysterious foes, five exceptional mages known as the Heavenly Invaders joined forces to defeat them. In fear that these formidable enemies would return, the five most powerful mages, known as the Magia Vander, built a magical dome and a tower to contain them. Since then, the five strongest mages of every generation are tasked with monitoring the dome from the top of the Wizard's Tower. Inspired by this story, childhood friends Will Sefort and Elfaria Albis Serfort promised each other that they would climb to the top of the Wizard's Tower. However, now a sixth-year student at Regarden Magic Academy, Will's future looks bleak. Although Elfaria managed to join the ranks of the Magia Vander five years prior thanks to her unparalleled magical power, Will has no magical abilities whatsoever, attracting the ire of teachers and students alike. However, blessed with an exceptional physique, Will is able to slay monsters in the labyrinth and prevail against skilled magicians with the only aid of his sword and a few magical items. Determined to climb the Wizard's Tower at all cost, Will is determined to not let anyone or anything prevent him from keeping the promise he made to Elfaria. For me academy life can't be an interesting story. Half season in, it's still academy and I'm not enjoying this. Overall Rating: 6/10 4. Kami no Tou: Ouji no Kikan Tower of God Season 2: Return of the Prince 神之塔 -Tower of God- 王子の帰還 [The Answer Studio] (Finished 3/13) Tags: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery On the 20th floor of the Tower, the "Regulars" who have been permitted to enter have to undertake arduous and extremely expensive tests to rank up. Most abandon hope and choose to stay where they are—but not Ja Wangnan. Wangnan is determined to reach the top and become the king of the Tower. However, he is weak and has repeatedly failed the exam, with debt collectors tailing him. In desperation, he attempts the exam one more time, only to encounter a mysterious and powerful individual: Jyu Viole Grace, a member of the crime syndicate FUG. Cursing his rotten luck, Wangnan has no choice but to form alliances with strong people, including Viole—who still refuses to be part of any team. Amid a dire situation, Wangnan must find a way to change Viole's mind to finally advance past the 20th floor, or he will never get a chance to build his legacy. First season was memorable, but now it's just another high stakes game... Overall Rating: 5/10 5. Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan My Deer Friend Nokotan しかのこのこのここしたんたん [Wit Studio] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Gag Humor, School Comedy Torako Koshi is the epitome of perfection. With her peerless beauty, top-notch grades, and position as student council president, her popularity in school is unrivaled. However, she harbors a dark secret—she was a delinquent back in middle school—and this is something she conceals to the best of her abilities. Unfortunately, when she meets the mysterious deer girl Noko Shikanoko, Torako's hidden shame is constantly on the precipice of being exposed due to Shikanoko's rather weird antics. To maintain the reputation she worked so hard for, Torako must go along with Shikanoko's whims, even going so far as to become president of the newly established Deer Club. All her efforts will be rewarded if she can prevent the menacing doe from accidentally blurting out damaging details about her personal history that will undoubtedly unleash Torako's greatest nightmare. Pure cringy absurd. Overall Rating: 5/10 6. Make Heroine ga Oosugiru! Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! 負けヒロインが多すぎる！ [A-1 Pictures] (Finished 12/12) Tags: School Comedy, Romance Despite not understanding much about fleeting teen romance, first-year high school student Kazuhiko Nukumizu still wonders how he would react if his life were to be turned into a love story. Regardless, as a self-proclaimed "background character," Nukumizu is satisfied continuing his life as an introvert with a negligible social life. However, he suddenly finds himself too close to the spotlight when he witnesses his popular classmate Anna Yanami be rejected by her childhood friend in the middle of a family restaurant. While Nukumizu wishes he could just forget what he saw and move on, Anna ends up forcefully confiding herself in Nukumizu, lamenting her status as a childhood friend fated to have her beloved stolen. As he becomes dragged into Anna's situation, Nukumizu soon gets caught up in the relationship drama of two more girls: Lemon Yakishio, an outgoing member of the track and field club; and Chika Komari, a shy member of the literature club. Now thrust out of his comfort zone, Nukumizu finds himself a major character in the lives of too many losing heroines. Quite a cute cozy bright romcom with first high school year characters which limits seriousness of problems to an extent. It's nice that narration is complex and contains overarching arcs not necessarily touching romance and even not necessarily with MC as participant. It's a bit too light to my taste, especially, compared to Bottom-tier Character Tomozaki (although both have some common vibes), so borderline masterpiece is the highest score I can spare for it. Overall Rating: 7/10 7. Isekai Shikkaku No Longer Allowed in Another World 異世界失格 [AtelierPontdarc] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Isekai, Parody Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Just as the famous writer Sensei is about to accomplish his life ambition and commit double suicide with his lover Sacchan, he is hit by a truck and transported to another world. Deemed an adventurer by the local priestess Annette, Sensei is given the daunting mission of slaying the demon king. Refusing to play into his new role, Sensei decides his efforts are better served looking for Sacchan in the hope that she is somewhere in this new world. Early on in his journey, Sensei crosses paths with the martial artist Tama and unexpectedly saves her from mortal peril. Grateful for his actions, Tama decides to escort him. The pair are soon joined by Annette who, seduced by the writer's strong personality, has sworn to protect Sensei's life. As the unlikely trio wander the dangerous, monster-infested lands, they soon realize that human beings might be the true threats to the peace of the world—and Sensei might be the only one with the power to stop them. This is as high score as I can give a parody, but it's pretty hilarious even without serious plot. The situations are very different and unexpected, so surprise a lot. MC has destructive tendencies, but overall plays out well and crafty. Of course there are some cheesed situations done with just bluff, but overall this is an outstanding and memorable performance. Overall Rating: 7/10 8. Gimai Seikatsu Days with My Stepsister 義妹生活 [Studio Deen] (Finished 6/12) Tags: Romance Yuuta Asamura gets a new stepsister after his father remarries, Saki Ayase, who happens to be the number one beauty of the school year. They promise each other not to be too close, not to be too opposing, and to simply keep a vague and comfortable distance, having learned important values about men and women relationships from their parents' previous ones. Saki, who has worked alone for the sake of her family, doesn't know how to properly rely on others, whereas Yuuta is unsure of how to truly treat her. Standing on fairly equal ground, these two gradually learn the comfort of living together. Their relationship progresses from strangers to friends as the days pass. This is a story that may one day lead to love. An attempt to recreate situation as realistically as possible. The problem is that we know how it goes in life. Everyone is polite and understanding, and by the end protagonists may hold hands as a family. Dialogues are rather typical and stupid. Female lead motivation to earn money fast just in order ... to be independed ... is also stupid without real details. All this is seriously boring, so can't find a logical reason to watch it further. Overall Rating: 6/10 9. Hazurewaku no "Joutai Ijou Skill" de Saikyou ni Natta Ore ga Subete wo Juurin suru made Failure Frame: I Became the Strongest and Annihilated Everything With Low-Level Spells ハズレ枠の【状態異常スキル】で最強になった俺がすべてを蹂躙するまで [Seven Arcs] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy When loner Touka Mimori is summoned to another world alongside his classmates, he obtains the power to inflict status ailments, such as paralysis or poison, on his enemies. Unfortunately for him, skills of this nature are considered useless due to their low success rate, and Touka is thus assigned the title of E-rank hero. Things take a further turn for the worse when Vicius, the goddess who summoned the class, reveals that the lowest-ranked hero will be disposed of so that they do not hinder those with greater talent. Banished to a notoriously dangerous area, Touka comes face-to-face with death after being cornered by a minotaur-like creature. In a desperate attempt to survive, he uses his supposedly worthless skill—only to quickly realize that it works almost every time. Armed with the ability to render the monsters standing in his way completely helpless, Touka resolves to track down the goddess that tossed him aside and exact his revenge. Main problems for me are OP MC and revenge concept. But I thought it might still surprise me with something. But, alas. Overall Rating: 6/10 10. Giji Harem Pseudo Harem 疑似ハーレム [Nomad] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Shounen Love Status Quo, School Comedy, Romance Eiji Kitahama has a dream shared by many high school guys: to be popular and have a harem of girls fawning over him. Luckily for him, his new junior in the drama club, Rin Nanakura, has decided to help him realize this wish. Using her impressive acting abilities, she takes on many personalities, from teasing to calm and collected, to play characters in Eiji's simulated harem. As her connection with Eiji deepens, Rin expands her repertoire, quickly swapping between characters while enjoying high school life together in the club. Through her acting, the real Rin Nanakura tries her best to win Eiji's heart. I don't care for impersonating tropes and see only antics instead of comedy here. The result is corresponding. Overall Rating: 5/10 11. Isekai Suicide Squad Suicide Squad Isekai 異世界スーサイド・スクワッド [Wit Studio] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Adult Cast, Isekai Action, Fantasy The Joker and his best girl, Harley Quinn, are tearing through the streets of Gotham with sacks full of cash and the law in hot pursuit. Unfortunately for them, though the jester manages to escape, the night ends with Harley being captured by a mysterious, katana-wielding woman. Meanwhile, Amanda Waller, the head of the government security organization A.R.G.U.S., has commandeered a team of supervillains for a ruthless mission into another world. After losing contact with the first suicide squad sent through the portal, Amanda sends Deadshot, Peacemaker, Clayface, King Shark, and Harley as replacements. However, shortly after entering the portal, their helicopter crashes in the middle of a battle between horse-mounted troops and vicious orcs. With all of the accompanying A.R.G.U.S. members dead on impact, the villains break free of their shackles and rampage through the army of orcs, unwittingly aiding the human soldiers—only to be rewarded with imprisonment. Now bound by magic-infused shackles, Harley and company must hurry back to the portal they came from, or else the bombs A.R.G.U.S. implanted in their necks will detonate. Superhero franchises are horrible, seeing this cancer in isekai is even worse. Overall Rating: 5/10 12. Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi The Elusive Samurai 逃げ上手の若君 [CloverWorks] (Finished 10/12) Tags: Shounen Historical, Samurai Adventure, Comedy Tokiyuki Houjou, a carefree eight-year-old noble, is content with the serene life in Kamakura and shows little regard for the serious responsibilities that come with his eventually succeeding his father as the next shogun. Instead of dedicating himself to rigorous training in swordsmanship or archery, Tokiyuki excels in the art of evasion, skillfully dodging his advisors and discovering perfect hiding spots. However, his peaceful existence is shattered when a sudden coup brutally wipes out his clan. Overwhelmed with guilt for being the sole survivor, Tokiyuki contemplates joining his family in death. However, his fate takes an abrupt turn when the enigmatic priest Yorishige Suwa suddenly shoves him onto a battlefield. Yorishige, who prophesies that Tokiyuki will one day become a great hero, leaves the boy with no choice but to navigate his way free of enemy soldiers. As Tokiyuki struggles to survive against these foes, he finds a new thrill in raising the stakes of his usual hide-and-seek games. With a renewed sense of purpose and the promise of powerful allies from Yorishige, Tokiyuki vows to avenge his family—not through his capability to fight, but through his extraordinary talent for running away. It starts as story-centered anime, but soon falls into normal shounen stuff. Overall Rating: 6/10 13. Fairy Tail: 100-nen Quest Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest FAIRY TAIL 100年クエスト [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Shounen Action, Adventure, Fantasy For over one hundred years, a special quest has been waiting for a wizard skilled enough to complete it. On the northern continent of Guiltina, there are five immensely powerful Dragon Gods who possess great destructive force that can only be quelled by sealing them away. Natsu Dragneel and his friends from the Fairy Tail guild—Lucy Heartfilia, Gray Fullbuster, Erza Scarlet, Wendy Marvell, and the exceeds Happy and Charlés—consider this the perfect challenge to take on. The Fairy Tail mages are not the only ones searching for the Dragon Gods. Diabolos, a guild exclusive for "Dragon Eaters," seeks to enhance their Dragon Slayer magic by devouring the dragons. Meanwhile, Fairy Tail's newest addition, Touka, appears to be hiding something sinister from her new companions—and her secrets may bring disaster to the guild while its strongest wizards are away. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 14. Ore wa Subete wo "Parry" suru: Gyaku Kanchigai no Sekai Saikyou wa Boukensha ni Naritai I Parry Everything 俺は全てを【パリイ】する ～逆勘違いの世界最強は冒険者になりたい～ [OLM] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy The Kingdom of Clays faces a dire crisis: an assassination attempt has just been made on its own Princess Lynneburg, and its neighboring countries eye the aftermath like starving vultures, plotting the Kingdom's downfall. The ensuing conflict will shape the face of the continent for centuries to come...but Noor doesn't have a clue about any of that! Having freshly arrived at the royal capital after over a decade of rigorous, isolated training at his mountain home, he's dead set on achieving his childhood dream of becoming an adventurer, even if the only skills he possesses are useless ones. Sure, he can "Parry" thousands of swords in the span of a single breath, but everybody knows you need more than that if you want to be an adventurer! Our hero's road to making his dream come true will be long(?) and arduous(?)—but if there's one thing Noor's not afraid of, it's some good ol' fashioned hard work! Characters and interactions are super irritating for me here. Like in a lot of tough situations there is just cheesy flashback of MC specially training for such occasion for months, and such situations are numerous. Overall Rating: 5/10 15. Shinmai Ossan Boukensha, Saikyou Party ni Shinu hodo Kitaerarete Muteki ni Naru. The Ossan Newbie Adventurer, Trained to Death by the Most Powerful Party, Became Invincible 新米オッサン冒険者、最強パーティに死ぬほど鍛えられて無敵になる。 [Yumeta Company] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Determined to pursue his glorious childhood dreams, 30-year-old Rick Gladiatol, a modest clerk in the adventurers' guild, is offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity after he fatefully encounters the dark elf Reanette Elfelt. Reanette happens to be an elite adventurer of the legendary party Orichalcum Fist, whose members welcome Rick under the condition that he follow a Spartan training. Two years later, Rick is finally ready to take the E-Rank exam officially qualifying him as an adventurer. However, raw magical power can only be developed until one turns 20. As such, Rick faces the general hostility of fellow participants and examiners alike, leaving him no choice but to show the world that his hellish training has turned him into an invincible warrior. Wow, even worse than I parry everything, also with OP MC who is also super self-belittling. Irritating to the core. Overall Rating: 5/10 16. Maougun Saikyou no Majutsushi wa Ningen datta The Strongest Magician in the Demon Lord's Army Was a Human 魔王軍最強の魔術師は人間だった [Studio A-CAT] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Action, Adventure, Fantasy Under the tutelage of the great demon warlock Romberg, Ike grew up with knowledge regarding an ancient advanced civilization that once ruled the land. Coupled with his innate talent in magical arts, this upbringing allows Ike to quickly rise in the Demon Lord's army ranks, leading his brigade to consecutive victories against humans. However, Ike has a secret—he is a human himself. Despite knowing all too well the consequences if this information is ever to leak, Ike is willing to face such immense danger to achieve his goal: find a way for humans and demons to coexist and stop the war that has been carried on for far too long. Nothing out of the ordinary, but with many recurring elements, so feels like a chore to watch it. Overall Rating: 5/10 17. 2.5-jigen no Ririsa 2.5 Dimensional Seduction 2.5次元の誘惑 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 19/24) Tags: Shounen Harem, Otaku Culture, School Comedy, Ecchi After a disastrous romantic confession, Masamune Okumura finds solace in the fictional world of anime and manga. Now a second-year high school student and the president of the Manga Research Club, Masamune spends a peaceful existence watching the adventures of the angel Liliel, his favorite character. In the beginning of the academic year, Masamune’s life is turned upside down when he meets first-year student Ririsa Amano, a passionate cosplay practitioner. Despite Masamune's initial reluctance, the determined young woman manages to convince him to become her personal photographer for the production of a collection dedicated to their common favorite character: Liliel. As Masamune enthusiastically discovers the world of cosplay and photo editing, he is unexpectedly reunited with his childhood friend Mikari Tachibana, who has become a model in the hope of impressing her beloved upperclassman. Realizing that modeling is not enough to intrigue the hopeless otaku, Mikari decides to join the club and become a cosplayer herself, all to finally have a chance at winning Masamune's heart. However, Masamune's love for fictional characters may not be capable of extending to those who impersonate them. Feels artificial, mechanical and oh so convenient, plus with focus on seduction. Trash in comparison with My Dress-Up Darling. Overall Rating: 5/10 18. Why Does Nobody Remember Me in This World? なぜ僕の世界を誰も覚えていないのか？ [Project No.9] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi In a war against four overpowered races—angels, demons, undeads, and humanoid beasts—humanity could only prevail thanks to its champion Sid, who defeated the other races' champions and sealed away their armies in four pyramids. In an age where Sid's existence has become but a legend of the past, Kai Sakura Vento is one of the many conscripts tasked with monitoring the pyramids in fear that these old foes would escape. On a peaceful day while spending time with his friend Jeanne E. Anise, the world is suddenly "overwritten," transporting Kai to an alternate reality where humanity has nearly been annihilated by the demons and forced into hiding. To make matters worse, his very existence has been erased from this world; all of his friends, including Jeanne, who leads the local resistance efforts in this world, have forgotten about him. Trying to investigate the remains of his former world, Kai encounters Rinne, an enigmatic young woman trapped in a pyramid. Mysteriously inheriting Sid's legendary sword Codeholder, Kai manages to free Rinne from her imprisonment. Determined to fix this reality, Kai joins forces with Rinne and Jeanne to free humanity from demonic rule. But if the valiant soldier wants to have a chance at returning to his original world, he will first have to uncover the cause behind the mysterious alteration of reality. Wow, it's so bad on so many levels. Basically, banal harem in pretentious and silly future world. Overall Rating: 5/10 19. Shoushimin Series Shoshimin: How to Become Ordinary 小市民シリーズ [Lapin Track] (Finished 2/10) Tags: School Mystery Jougorou Kobato has a habit of inserting himself into other people's problems. After realizing his detective skills are neither wanted nor appreciated, he makes an agreement with his shy friend Yuki Osanai to become ordinary together. Now entering high school, they aim to be perceived as regular people, yet Kobato cannot help but fall back into his deductive ways when faced with everyday mysteries. Unfortunately, mundane occurrences are not all the duo stumbles across. As they go through their school days trying to avoid drawing attention to themselves, Kobato and Osanai at times get caught up in incidents that put their plan of a peaceful, average life at risk. Detective. Overall Rating: 6/10 20. Kimi to Boku no Saigo no Senjou, Aruiwa Sekai ga Hajimaru Seisen Season II Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 キミと僕の最後の戦場、あるいは世界が始まる聖戦 Season Ⅱ [SILVER LINK., Studio Palette] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Military Action, Fantasy, Romance Over a century ago, astral mages under persecution from the Empire banded together and established the Nebulis Sovereignty under three founding families: Lou, Hydra, and Zoa. With the leadership of Millavair Lou Nebulis VIII, the Sovereignty aims to minimize casualties in their conflict with the Empire—a stance the extremist Zoas disagree with. Tensions rise between the families as the upcoming election to decide the next leader approaches. The Zoas are willing to do anything to achieve success; however, a world-ending war may ensue should they be victorious. Princess Aliceliese "Alice" Lou Nebulis XI has no choice but to cooperate with any potential allies in order to advance towards her ultimate goal of ending the conflict that has long tormented everyone involved. This includes Iska—one of the Empire's greatest warriors and her greatest rival. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 21. NieR:Automata Ver1.1a Part 2 NieR:Automata Ver1.1a (Cour 2) NieR:Automata Ver1.1a 第2 [A-1 Pictures] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi As the machine war progresses, YoRHa Command and the Resistance prepare for a final decisive assault against the "Machine Lifeforms," the militarized robots who roam the earth's surface. While preparations are underway, YoRHa 9-gou S-gata "9S" and YoRHa 2-gou B-gata "2B" continue their advanced scouting mission. However, 9S and 2B struggle with their respective roles, their loyalty to each other, and their loyalty toward Command. Although the nefarious Adam and Eve have been defeated, it appears the machines are not down for the count. An ominous presence in the form of the "Red Girl" continues to observe the androids from afar, waiting for the perfect opportunity to attack them. Sequel. Somehow, after first part that relied on the game, this new storyline feels super repetitive and not particularly engaging. Overall Rating: 6/10 22. Katsute Mahou Shoujo to Aku wa Tekitai shiteita. The Magical Girl and the Evil Lieutenant Used to Be Archenemies かつて魔法少女と悪は敵対していた。 [Bones] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Shounen Mahou Shoujo Comedy, Romance An evil army is leading a ground invasion against Earth, and their Lieutenant Shun Miller is determined to wreak havoc upon the populace. Miller's ruthless reputation strikes fear even into the hearts of his own subordinates, making him the perfect leader of a charge against a city protected by a powerful magical girl, Byakuya Mimori. However, his attack comes to a halt on the day of their first encounter—because he unexpectedly falls in love with Byakuya at first sight! Overcome by Byakuya's adorably delicate innocence, Miller begins to shower her with gifts and kindness. But Miller soon learns that Byakuya's Angel—the cat-like familiar who turned her into a magical girl—has been exploiting and manipulating her all along. This discovery solidifies Miller's resolve to ensure Byakuya goes on to lead a happier life, but as the war continues, they wonder if their blossoming affection can overcome the reality of their differences. Typical half-length episodic yonkoma-like stuff about cuteness winning over evil. Overall Rating: 5/10 23. Senpai wa Otokonoko Senpai is an Otokonoko 先輩はおとこのこ [Project No.9] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Crossdressing, Love Polygon, School Drama, Romance Much like the other students at her school, first-year student Saki Aoi finds herself captivated by the beauty of her senior on the school board, Makoto Hanaoka. While she worries that Hanaoka would be uncomfortable receiving a confession from another girl, Aoi musters up the courage to tell her anyway. However, Hanaoka's response surprises Aoi for a completely different reason—Hanaoka is actually a cross-dressing boy! Fully expecting Aoi to be abhorred by this revelation, Hanaoka is shocked to find that she has no issues with it. Though Hanaoka rejects Aoi's request to go out with her—citing his identity and the fact that he has never fallen in love before—Aoi insists that she will become his first love. Taken aback by Aoi's determination, Hanaoka wonders if he can really fall in love with her if he cannot find it in him to truly love himself first. Just everything around trap, nothing really unexpected. Overall Rating: 5/10 24. Atri: My Dear Moments Atri -My Dear Moments- [TROYCA] (Finished 3/13) Tags: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi In the near future, a sudden and unexplained sea rise has left much of human civilization underwater. Ikaruga Natsuki, a boy who lost his mother and his leg in an accident some years earlier, returns disillusioned from a harsh life in the big city to find his old countryside home half-swallowed by the sea. Left without a family, all he has to his name is the ship and submarine left to him by his oceanologist grandmother, and her debts. His only hope to restore the dreams for the future that he has lost is to take up an opportunity presented to him by the suspicious debt collector Catherine. They set sail to search the sunken ruins of his grandmother's laboratory in order to find a treasure rumor says she left there. But what they find is not riches or jewels; it is a strange girl lying asleep in a coffin at the bottom of the sea. Atri. Atri is a robot, but her appearance and her wealth of emotions would fool anyone into thinking she's a living, breathing human being. In gratitude for being salvaged, she makes a declaration to Natsuki: "I want to fulfill my master's final order. Until I do, I'll be your leg!" In a little town slowly being enveloped by the ocean, an unforgettable summer is about to begin for this boy and this mysterious robot girl... Feels like a boring visual novel that for the billionth time tries to ride just on cuteness alone... Overall Rating: 5/10 25. Isekai Yururi Kikou: Kosodateshinagara Boukensha Shimasu A Journey Through Another World: Raising Kids While Adventuring 異世界ゆるり紀行 ～子育てしながら冒険者します～ [EMT Squared] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Childcare, Isekai Adventure, Fantasy, Slice of Life Due to a careless mistake, god of wind Silphyleel unintentionally kills a 28-year-old man named Takumi Kayano. Unfortunately, Silphyleel cannot return Takumi to Earth. Instead, the deity reincarnates Takumi into the fantasy world of Etelldia. Equipped with an assortment of magical powers and bottomless inventory, Takumi spawns in the Forest of Gaia, where high-level monsters roam free. There, he meets five-year-old twins who, despite the dangerous environment, are still alive thanks in part to their extraordinary physical strength. Takumi decides to take them under his wing, naming them Allen and Elena. As the trio embarks on their grand adventure in Etelldia, their very existence may impact the world's destiny. Fantasy SOL is horrible. Overall Rating: 5/10 26. Mob kara Hajimaru Tansaku Eiyuutan A Nobody's Way Up to an Exploration Hero モブから始まる探索英雄譚 [Gekkou] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Meet Kaito Takagi, your typical high schooler with a low profile. He spends his days exploring dungeons in Japan, hunting slimes for some extra cash. On the side, he quietly admires his childhood friend, the popular girl in class. One day, a rare golden slime shows up, and after Kaito defeats it, he finds a super valuable item—a card that can summon mythical beings! He decides to use it and summons a stunning warrior maiden. Now, Kaito has a chance to rise above his ordinary explorer life. Get ready for a modern fantasy story filled with battles! Can't stand everything with card games, and this is basically also a gacha where MC forms loli harem. Overall Rating: 5/10 27. Megami no Café Terrace 2nd Season The Café Terrace and Its Goddesses Season 2 女神のカフェテラス 第2期 [Tezuka Productions] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Adult Cast, Harem Comedy, Romance, Ecchi It has been months since Hayato Kasukabe decided to save his late grandmother's cafe, Familia Café Terrace, from permanently closing its doors. He and the five "goddesses" who serve as the cafe's mascots—Ouka Makuzawa, Akane Hououji, Riho Tsukishima, Shiragiku Ono, and Ami Tsuruga—persevere through all the hardships of maintaining a business to stay afloat for as long as possible. Rougher times await them when a new competitor cafe, Family, appears with the sole intent of bringing Familia down. To come out on top of this business competition, Hayato must use his wits, fortify his trust in the girls, and figure out how to entice customers to continue supporting Familia. To further complicate matters, the girls slowly begin to develop feelings for Hayato, causing tensions within the group. As this can potentially pose an even greater threat to Familia's survival, the five goddesses need to find a way to compromise and unite at all costs. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 28. Madougushi Dahliya wa Utsumukanai Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start with Magical Tools 魔導具師ダリヤはうつむかない [Typhoon Graphics, Imagica Infos] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Fantasy, Slice of Life Tragically perishing from overwork, a young Japanese woman is reborn as Dahliya Rossetti, daughter of a newly entitled baron. Her father, Carlo, is a beloved magic artificer, a maker of magical tools. Inspired by him, Dahliya uses her memories from her previous life to create practical inventions and become a magic artificer like Carlo. A few years later, the now adult Dahliya has made a name for herself and has gotten engaged to her father's apprentice. However, her life takes a turn for the worse when Carlo suddenly passes away and her fiancé leaves her for another woman not long after. Although having to fend for herself, Dahliya is not quite ready to give up on her dream of becoming a master artificer yet. She may be a single woman but, with the help from old and new allies, she is prepared to overcome any obstacle in her way. Fantasy SOL again... Overall Rating: 5/10 29. VTuber Nandaga Haishin Kiri Wasuretara Densetsu ni Natteta VTuber Legend: How I Went Viral after Forgetting to Turn Off My Stream VTuberなんだが配信切り忘れたら伝説になってた [TNK] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adult Cast, Otaku Culture Comedy Third-generation VTuber Awayuki Kokorone's fans know her as a prim, proper, and graceful idol. Though she has considerably less fans compared to other VTubers in the Live-On agency, Awayuki's loyal following supports her every step of the way. One night, Awayuki forgets to turn her livestream off—a blunder that changes the trajectory of her online career forever. Contrary to her usual angelic persona, her genuine brutish personality is exposed to more than ten thousand people who tuned in. Awayuki reveals that she is nothing more than a severe alcoholic who spouts profanities nonstop, constantly viewing her fellow VTubers with lustful admiration. However, instead of being reprimanded by her agency, Awayuki receives praise: her unhinged, disorderly conduct was Live-On's actual expectation of her. Now having her big break and permission to stream without holding anything back, the once-unpopular VTuber begins her rise to stardom. Vtubers are trash, no exceptions. Overall Rating: 5/10 30. Koi wa Futago de Warikirenai Love Is Indivisible by Twins 恋は双子で割り切れない [ROLL2] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Love Polygon, School Comedy, Romance Jun Shirasaki and the Jinguuji sisters are childhood friends and neighbors. When Jun's first girlfriend, the older sister Rumi, breaks up with him, she says something that complicates the three people's relationship, their first loves, and their romance—? Naori makes it obnoxious as she is surface scratching and just cites pseudo-nerd stuff randomly and unfittingly all the time and for that people even call her clever... Also, love triangle is such a common and easy concept that need to stand out among prominent rivals, but, alas. Overall Rating: 5/10 31. Bye Bye, Earth ばいばい、アース [LIDENFILMS] (Finished 2/10) Tags: Anthropomorphic Action, Adventure, Fantasy In a world of anthropomorphic animals, Belle Lablac was born as the only human being. Having no fangs, fur, or scales, she was called "Faceless," and she lived a lonely life with no one else she could identify with. "I want to be part of the world..." With such longing in her heart, she decides to set out on a journey to find her roots, carrying the Runding, a great sword as tall as she is. She doesn't know how many adversities await her along the way... Wohoo... anesia journey in mystery anthropomorphic world... Overall Rating: 5/10 32. Boku no Tsuma wa Kanjou ga Nai My Wife Has No Emotion 僕の妻は感情がない [Tezuka Productions] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Seinen Comedy, Romance, Sci-Fi Takuma Kosugi is an office worker who does not have enough time to take care of everything at home. To make his daily life easier, he purchases a secondhand housekeeping robot named Mina, who quickly proves her worth. One day, after returning from work and having one too many beers, Takuma somewhat jokingly blurts out that she should become his wife! Much to his surprise, Mina takes his words seriously, and the two gradually begin living as if they are married. As the days go by, Takuma and Mina grow closer and start doing more activities together, like going on a picnic and spending a day at the beach. However, much of society still considers human-robot relationships unusual. The couple must figure out if their arrangement can succeed and how to convince the people around them of their sincerity. Love with android cringe. Normal comedy non-existant. Overall Rating: 5/10 33. Mayonaka Punch 真夜中ぱんチ [P.A. Works] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Vampire Comedy, Supernatural Masaki's career on NewTube ends abruptly when the Harikiri Sisters decide to kick her out of their group during a livestream. With her bad reputation, Masaki has a slim chance of returning to popularity with a solo channel and she is plagued by comments of hate. Masaki soon meets Live, a vampire who just woke up from her slumber in which she dreamed of Masaki and developed an obsession with her. Believing this discovery will be the next internet sensation, Masaki forms a pact with Live: in exchange for Masaki's blood, Live will help her reach the milestone of a million subscribers. Now, with the other vampires in Live's house on board with Masaki's ambitious plan, she and Live work together to film videos and restore her to career glory. Vampires and lighthearted silly approach to youtube. What could possibly go wrong? Overall Rating: 5/10 34. Kono Sekai wa Fukanzen Sugiru Quality Assurance in Another World この世界は不完全すぎる [Studio Palette, 100studio] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Video Game Adventure, Fantasy Nikola is just a village girl working at the inn...until the day dragons invade, and she meets Haga, a scholar of everything around him. He's a part of an elite society called "Seeker," created to address a series of maladies plaguing their usually peaceful world. But both Nikola and Haga have secrets they hide...ones that will change each other's very existence... Too much nonsense, e.g. using bugs all the time. It lacks inner logic for me, like MC debugger is trapped in VR game, but what he does is describes bugs and sends reports to game creators... even though he gets no feedback and does not benefit from it in any way. Overall Rating: 5/10 35. Delico's Nursery デリコズ・ナーサリー [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Childcare, Vampire Fantasy, Mystery A scourge has descended upon vampire society in the form of serial murders. The killings appear unrelated at first glance, but every crime scene has one thing in common: a card left behind, bearing the words "True of Vamp"—the name given to the legendary progenitor of all vampires. The Vlad Agency, a secret intelligence operation, summons the renowned aristocrat Dali Delico to lead the task force investigating the murders. However, Dali refuses, choosing to focus on raising his children. His old colleagues—Gerhard Fra, Henrique Lorca, and Dino Classico—plead with him to balance his duty to the agency with child-rearing. He agrees on one condition: the other three men must also care for their children during the investigation. Dali's estate therefore becomes a nursery and the base of operations for the four noble vampires. Meanwhile, a criminal organization Dali knows all too well lurks in the shadows with evil intentions that threaten to cause the collapse of the entire vampire society. Vampire mystery is ten times worse than normal mystery. Overall Rating: 5/10 36. Elf-san wa Yaserarenai. Plus-Sized Elf エルフさんは痩せられない。 [Elias] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy, Ecchi Tomoatsu Naoe leads an ordinary life working as a massage therapist, but this changes when he encounters a peculiar client named Erufuda. During her visit, Naoe discovers her secret: she is actually an elf! After leaving her world, Erufuda fell in love with junk food and now cannot return home because of her weight gain. Naoe decides to help the elf with dieting so that she can eventually go back to her world. Although Erufuda puts in the work and reaches her goal, it does not take long for Naoe to stumble upon her again—and she has regained the lost pounds. As Naoe continues to give her advice, the two begin encountering other people from another world, all with the same desire to lose weight. Rather disgusting ecchi. Overall Rating: 5/10 37. Dungeon no Naka no Hito Dungeon People ダンジョンの中のひと [OLM] (Finished 6/12) Tags: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy For the last three years, Clay has undergone rigorous training in order to find her father, who was last seen exploring a dungeon. While dungeon exploring is difficult for any regular adventurer, Clay knows her father, a thief who doesn't purely rely on raw power or magic, managed to progress farther than anyone else. Clay sets off after him, following in his footsteps until she encounters a furnished room behind a dungeon wall. Clay is shocked to find the room is filled with monsters that can talk and a girl who claims to be the dungeons administrator. However, the room is meant to be kept hidden from explorers. Now that she knows the secret behind the dungeon, Clay is hired to be part of their staff. While she never expected to find a job in her adventure, doing so may just help Clay unravel the mystery behind her father's disappearance. Dungeon administration is another variation of fantasy SOL, so not particularly appealing. At the very least humor is substantial and contextual, not just antics. Overall Rating: 6/10 38. Na Nare Hana Nare Narenare -Cheer for You!- 菜なれ花なれ [P.A. Works] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Drama In any competitive cheerleading contest, it is almost certain that Kanata Misora is going to be the star of the show. As a member of the winning squad in Japan's middle school cheerleading nationals, she joins Takanozaki Prefectural High School with her friend Megumi Kaionji intending to seek glory once more. However, following an incident at a competition, she loses touch with her talents and never returns to the club for practice. While despondent, Kanata ends up spotting internet sensation Suzuha Obunai parkouring with an impressive level of athleticism and ends up befriending her in the process. Through Suzuha, Kanata meets Anna Aveiro and Nodoka Ootani, as well as Suzuha's classmate Tanizaki Shion—each carrying their own talents that apply to competitive cheerleading. Gathering through sheer coincidence, the six girls now work together and cheer each other on to chase their unique dreams. Spokon with some CGDCT in the core. Overall Rating: 5/10 39. Shy 2nd Season Shy Season 2 シャイ 東京奪還編 [8bit] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Super Power Action, Drama After her battle against the mysterious organization Amarariruku, Teru Momijiyama returns to her regular life in Tokyo—all while secretly continuing to save people as Japan's hero Shy. As a result of her experiences with others, Teru is able to slowly gain confidence in herself. While she still has a long way to go, Teru continues to make progress towards learning what being a hero truly means. While walking around the city after school, Teru runs into Ai Tennouji, whom she quickly befriends and begins to open up toward. Teru quickly learns more about her new friend’s past—she has run away from her village in search of something directly related to Teru's work as Shy. While the threat of Amarariruku continues to loom over her,Teru must decide how closely she is willing to work with the mysterious Ai. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 40. Tasuuketsu Tasuketsu: Fate of the Majority 多数欠 [Satelight] (Finished 1/?) Tags: High Stakes Game, Psychological Action, Drama, Suspense During his school computer class, Saneatsu Narita is presented with a strange screen posing a yes-or-no question that quickly disappears. The next day, Saneatsu wakes up to a world where everyone, save for himself and a few others, is dead. An announcement from a mysterious figure known only as the Emperor begins to shed light on the situation. The question that Saneatsu saw on the screen is part of a game called Tasuuketsu. Every day, the survivors will see a question appear on a screen, and answering it will determine who lives to see the next day. Responding the same as the majority will guarantee death, and the last player standing will earn the right to meet the Emperor. Saneatsu resolves to beat the Emperor at their own game, making use of the hidden envelopes containing powers that can aid the players. With the help of his small group of friends, Saneatsu must avoid falling into the machinations of the other players and win this wicked game. Rather mediocre high stakes game with overcomplex rules. Overall Rating: 5/10 41. Sengoku Youko: Senma Konton-hen Sengoku Youko 2nd Season 戦国妖狐 千魔混沌編 [White Fox] (Finished 1/22) Tags: Shounen Historical, Mythology Action, Adventure, Fantasy Second part of Sengoku Youko. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 42. Tensui no Sakuna-hime Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin 天穂のサクナヒメ [P.A. Works] (Finished 3/13) Tags: Mythology Action, Fantasy Spoiled harvest goddess Sakuna finds herself banished from her opulent celestial home to an island overrun with demons. In the untamed wilderness, she must rediscover her birthright as the daughter of a warrior god and harvest goddess by weathering the elements, fighting monsters, and cultivating rice, the source of her power. By her side in this forbidding place is her guardian Tama and a group of outcast humans. Together, these unlikely companions must join hands to tame both the soil and the demons of Hinoe Island. Super boring farming with youkai. Overall Rating: 5/10 43. Ramen Akaneko ラーメン赤猫 [E&H Production] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Anthropomorphic, Workplace Comedy Meet Tamako, who's found her way into an interview at a ramen shop run solely by cats. When the feline manager asks if she likes cats, Tamako admits that she's actually more of a dog person...only to be hired on the spot! But her job description isn't quite what she expects — rather than serving ramen, she's now a dedicated cat caretaker...?! Cuddling cute cats gourmet. Overall Rating: 5/10 44. Grendizer U グレンダイザーU [Gaina] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Mecha Action, Sci-Fi Duke Fleed is a survivor of the Fleed Planet who has escaped to Earth. Onboard a mysterious "spaceship," he is raised by Dr. Umon as his adoptive son, and becomes known as Daisuke Umon. Years after his arrival, he's faced with the threat of King Vega and his army, who want to conquer the Earth. With his friends Koji and Hikaru and later his younger sister Maria Grace, Duke decides to fight back using his best weapon - the almighty Grendizer. Remake. Overall Rating: 5/10 45. Kinnikuman: Kanpeki Chоujin Shiso-hen Kinnikuman: Perfect Origin Arc キン肉マン 完璧超人始祖編 [Production I.G] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Shounen Comedy, Sports Following an epic series of fierce fights between various factions of Choujin—beings blessed with supernatural physical abilities that hail from all corners of the galaxy—the former enemies of Seigi Choujin, the victorious group, negotiate a fragile ceasefire. However, peace is short-lived, and a group of seven Perfect Choujin—led by Strong the Budo and called the Perfect Large Numbers—invade Japan, defeating several Seigi Choujin and burning the peace treaty. Determined to protect peace at all costs, Terryman, the current leader of the Seigi Choujin, challenges the seven Perfect Large Numbers in a tournament for supremacy. Although the odds are not in his favor, Terryman knows that he can count on the top Seigi Choujin, Suguru Kinnikuman, to see justice prevail. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 46. Cardfight!! Vanguard: Divinez Season 2 Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Season 2 カードファイト!! ヴァンガード Divinez Season2 [Kinema Citrus, GIFTanimation, Studio Jemi] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Strategy Game Action Through his victory with Vanguard at the Fated Clash, Akina has his wish for the health of his sister Hikari fulfilled. Gabwelius, who assembled the owners of the Fated One cards, reveals the truth behind the Fated Clash. Another plush toy Sybilt has appeared as well, gathering the 6 owners of Destined One cards, and announcing the start of the “Destined Showdown” where the winner can have their wish fulfilled. Thus begins the fierce bout where motives and intentions cross, of Fate vs Destiny! Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 47. Maarui Kanojo to Zannen na Kareshi まぁるい彼女と残念な彼氏 [Imageworks Studio] (Finished 0/6) Tags: Adult Cast Comedy, Romance The romantic comedy follows Mariko, a plus-sized nurse who loves to eat. Having no love experience, she thinks her life is devoid of love, until she meets a handsome man named Nagi at a group date that she is invited to. Nagi then asks her out on a date. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 48. Mirai no Kuromaku-kei Akuyaku Reijou Moriarty no Isekai Kanzen Hanzai Hakusho 未来の黒幕系悪役令嬢モリアーティーの異世界完全犯罪白書 [Imageworks Studio] (Finished 0/6) Tags: Detective, Reincarnation Mystery After a showdown with a great detective, the most feared criminal, James Moriarty, met his end. He suddenly found himself reincarnated in another world, possessing the body of Sherry Moriarty, a beautiful young lady being bullied by the daughters of noble families! Using the power of his brilliant mind, he creates the perfect crime for the sake of this single girl. In a world without a great detective, the curtain rises on a cold-hearted, intellectual revenge drama between the two Moriartys. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 49. Yongisanda The Dragon Next Door 용이산다 [-] (Finished 0/?) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy - Not found Overall Rating: 0/10 50. Gendai Goyaku Modern Mistranslation 現代誤訳 [-] (Finished 0/12) Tags: Comedy The series focuses on teaching students famous quotations from historical figures from all over the world by presenting the quotations incorrectly at first as "mistranslations" in the "modern day," encouraging the students to learn the correct quotes in the process. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 51. Terminator 0 Terminator Zero ターミネーター 0 [Production I.G] (Finished 3/8) Tags: Time Travel Action, Sci-Fi 2022: A future war has raged for decades between the few human survivors and an endless army of machines. 1997: The AI known as Skynet gained self-awareness and began its war against humanity. Caught between the future and this past is a soldier sent back in time to change the fate of humanity. She arrives in 1997 to protect a scientist named Malcolm Lee who works to launch a new AI system designed to compete with Skynet's impending attack on humanity. As Malcolm navigates the moral complexities of his creation, he's hunted by an unrelenting assassin from the future, which forever alters the fate of his three children. Very excepted, slow and boring. Overall Rating: 5/10 52. Yeosin Gangnim True Beauty 여신강림 [Studio N, Cocktail Media] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Comedy, Drama, Romance Tired of being looked down upon for her unattractive appearance, middle schooler Lim Jugyeong turns to the transformative powers of makeup. First, she experiments with BB cream, lip tint, and eyeliner; then she begins using mascara, double eyelid glue, and colored contacts. Before she knows it, Jugyeong goes from being a girl who is bullied for her ugliness to being praised as a high-class beauty. Constantly surrounded by those who adore her goddess-like appearance, Jugyeong can now live a more than comfortable life at school—she simply has to keep her bare face a secret. However, everything changes when the new transfer student, Lee Suho, enters her life. Not only does the handsome Suho become immediately popular among their peers, but in a chance encounter, he also becomes the only classmate of Jugyeong's to see her face beneath the makeup. With her reputation on the line, Jugyeong must do whatever it takes to hide the truth about her appearance from the rest of her classmates. But the more time she spends with Suho, the more Jugyeong finds herself questioning whether one's true beauty lies solely in their looks. It's Korean, so ofc it has to be about ugly ordinary person and either about beauty or some trashy activity. Again, nothing unexpected or memorable or distinguished. Just the primitive instagram bait. Overall Rating: 5/10 53. Murai no Koi Murai in Love 村井の恋 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Gag Humor, Otaku Culture, School Comedy, Romance Murai is a second-year student at Takebe Gakuen High School enrolled in the college preparatory course. His homeroom teacher, Tanaka, summons him to her office after he declares that his post-high school plans are to marry her. Tanaka rejects Murai, telling him that she would never be interested in a boy with long, black hair. Secretly an otaku, she has eyes only for Hitotose, a character from an otome video game. The next day, Murai appears before Tanaka a changed man. Having cut his hair short and dyed it blond, Murai looks exactly like her beloved Hitotose. Tanaka is unable to hide her shock at this sudden development and tries to distance herself from Murai, while Murai presses on in his attempts to romance his teacher. Wow, it's basically otome AND reverse harem, but feels totally adult and complex, on par with Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun. Overall Rating: 7/10 54. Wuliao Jiu Wanjie Don't Give Up! 无聊就完结 [Shengying Animation] (Finished 9/24) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Sci-Fi Men Ke, a social animal working as an office worker, was so bored in the first half of her life that she doubted her life, but in the second half of her life, she will die of boredom. How can the Earth heroine, who faces the threat of death every day but continues to go to work, and the alien hero, who is enthusiastic and wants to save her but is not very good at it, overcome boredom and live with a smile! Repetitive silly and goofy weird romance. Overall Rating: 5/10 55. Zhan Shen: Fanchen Shenyu Slay The God 斩神之凡尘神域 [Shenman Entertainment] (Finished 10/15) Tags: Psychological Action, Fantasy, Suspense "If the dark night comes to an end, I will stand in front of tens of thousands of people, slashing my sword into the abyss, staining the sky with blood!" Have you ever thought that monsters from ancient myths lurk under the bright neon cities? Have you ever thought that above the moon hanging high above the heads of the world, there are gods watching over the world? Have you ever thought that in the crowded modern cities, there are extraordinary people who walk the world in place of gods? I don't understand surprisingly warm welcome of this superpower action, probably because I'm not fan of action in general. Absense of typical Chinese silly humor or cultivation already makes it above average - the plank is that low for Chinese anime. CGI quality is high, but it's nothing exceptional compared to other contemporary CGI titles, and overall does not compare even with the first Biohazard movies. Plot is all over the place and with constant influx of new characters, so can't call it integral. By the middle of it becomes another battle royale. Overall Rating: 6/10 56. Guai Xiang Shou Whimsical Wish 怪想售 [bilibili] (Finished 8/8) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy Wei Ran, a college graduate, was accidentally led into a world he never thought existed by a cat. When he was trying to find a way to return home, he learned that the only train that could take him back to the human world would only arrive in half a year. He could only temporarily live in the shop run by Mao Mao Yaya - Guaixiang Sale. Just when life seemed to be settling down, Wei Ran unexpectedly discovered that no matter where he went, dragon scales would appear. And every time the dragon scales appear, it causes completely different strange effects... Episodes are only half-lenght, so it's best watched as a normal movie. Visuals and animation are ascetic, but with the low expectations from Chinese anime it's above average just due to absence of irritating features. So it's weird isekai with antropomorphic youkai and about mystery of dragon scales showing up - nothing that I could enjoy. Overall Rating: 6/10 57. Bai Fa Shen La Bureau of Paranormal Investigation 白发沈辣 [B.CMAY PICTURES] (Finished 3/8) Tags: Action, Fantasy Shen La, a special investigator of the "Poll Bureau" of the mysterious incident management agency, was seriously injured in the execution of his mission. When he was about to die, he accepted the inheritance of Wu Rendi, the director of the Sixth Office - a "seed" containing mysterious power. After regaining consciousness, Wu Rendi's senior brother Guangren accepted him as his disciple. In order to find the fragments of the Tianli Diagram, Shen La, after going through the Tianshan Wolf Tomb, energy backlash, foundation conspiracy and other incidents, was finally recognized by Wu Rendi and received the ancient artifact-the Twin Swords of Crime and Punishment given by him. At the same time, the problem of the insider in the polling bureau became more complicated and confusing, and Shen La and her partner Sun Desheng went into battle again. Superpower detective mystery. Overall Rating: 5/10 58 Jian Lai Sword of Coming 剑来 [Cloud Art] (Finished 1/26) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy There are all kinds of things in the world. A poor boy in Lizhu Cave Heaven who should have great luck was unable to seize the opportunity because his natal porcelain was broken. Based on this, many bigwigs focused on the boy and made arrangements, so that the boy's friends got great opportunities, but the boy was at the center of the storm... Disguised cultivators. Overall Rating: 5/10 59. Xi Jing Sushe Roommates 戏精宿舍 [bilibili] (Finished 3/12) Tags: School Slice of Life Bai Junyan, a neighbor's white lotus with the fragrance of tea; Luo Ben, a flower of wealth in the world with eyes higher than the top. The two drama queens were assigned to the same dormitory and joined the same drama club. In front of them, there appeared the sophomore drama club senior and iceberg male god Gao Shu, and his mysterious roommate Ouyang who is highly socially afraid... At this point, the actors on the stage have gathered. Will they take off their masks and be honest? treat each other; or will they each show their special powers and create a campus drama of intrigue? Competition of pretentious freaks not far off from Yeosin Gangnim. Overall Rating: 5/10 60. Long Zhong Ren Caged Character 笼中人 [Paper Animation] (Finished 1/16) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Suspense Fei Xingkong and Sirui suddenly found themselves living in a comic cage, and they wanted to escape back to the real world. However, facing the absolute control of the "author", the two were forced to flee in the unpredictable world of the story... Chinese primitive drawing comedy with virtually non-existent plot was not supposed to be any good, but it was! Humor is surprisingly inventive and satisfying while situations transform drastically and don't get tiresome. I acknowledge that it's nothing but cheap entertainment, but I have nothing against such entertainment. The last serious quarter is so-so, but it can't dim . Overall Rating: 7/10 61. Horangi Deureowayo Tiger Coming In 호랑이 들어와요 [-] (Finished 0/8) Tags: Childcare Comedy, Supernatural The fun and mysterious daily life of a young couple in a forest and strange children who come to them one day. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 62. Taisu Xilie Taisu Project Taisu系列 [-] (Finished 0/4) Tags: Drama, Fantasy An animation anthology film project telling four interlinked tales of animated sci-fi and fantasy by directors from Japan, China and the USA that talks about war, life, love and what we are as human. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 63. Overlord Movie 3: Sei Oukoku-hen Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom 劇場版「オーバーロード」聖王国編 [Madhouse] (Finished 1/1) Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy The Sacred Kingdom has enjoyed a great many years without war thanks to a colossal wall constructed after a historic tragedy. They understand best how fragile peace can be. When the terrible demon Jaldabaoth takes to the field at the head of a united army of monstrous tribes, the Sacred Kingdom's leaders know their defenses are not enough. With the very existence of the country at stake, the pious have no choice but to seek help wherever they can get it, even if it means breaking taboo and parlaying with the undead king of the Nation of Darkness! Sequel. OPness without challenge, arrogance and sucking up get old. Overall Rating: 6/10 64. Mononoke Movie: Karakasa 劇場版モノノ怪 唐傘 [EOTA] (Finished 1/1) Tags: Adult Cast, Historical, Mythology, Psychological Horror, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense Asa and Kame strike up an immediate friendship when they arrive at the same time for their first day of duty at the Ooku, the splendid pleasure palace housing the harem of Lord Tenshi. The two young women are there to join the many hundreds of other maidservants—men are barred from entering, with immediate beheading the price of trespassing. It soon becomes clear that behind the luxurious lifestyle and ritualized routines of the Ooku lie sinister schemes and cynical rivalries. Meanwhile, a mysterious wandering potion-peddler known only as the Medicine Seller subtly insinuates himself into the Ooku, just as an uncanny, otherworldly menace begins to reveal itself. Colorful abstract mess. Not finding it meaningful. Overall Rating: 6/10 65. Kimi no Iro The Colors Within みの色 [Science SARU] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Music Drama Totsuko is a high school student with the ability to see the "colors" of others. Colors of bliss, excitement, and serenity, plus a color she treasures as her favorite. Kimi, a classmate at her school, gives off the most beautiful color of all. Although she does not play an instrument, Totsuko forms a band with Kimi and Rui, a quiet music enthusiast they meet at a used bookstore in a far corner of town. As they practice at an old church on a remote island, music brings them together, forming friendships and stirring affections. Will they discover their true "colors"? Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 66. Bakeneko Anzu-chan Ghost Cat Anzu 化け猫あんずちゃん [hin-Ei Animation, Miyu Productions] (Finished 1/1) Tags: Shounen Fantasy Karin, 11 years old, is abandoned by her father at her grandfather’s house, the monk of a small town in the Japanese countryside. Her grandfather asks Anzu, his jovial and helpful although rather capricious ghost cat, to look after her. The meeting of their strong characters causes sparks, at least at the beginning… First half is normal rural SOL with youkai and a freaky girl, second half is basically bizzare adventure. It does not bear any interest for me to like it. On the contrary, it has such a huge number of despecable irrationalities that it stops being harmless waste of time and becomes harmful. Overall Rating: 5/10 67. Crayon Shin-chan Movie 32: Ora-tachi no Kyouyuu Nikki 映画クレヨンしんちゃん オラたちの恐竜日記 [Shin-Ei Animation] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Seinen Adventure, Comedy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 68. San Shaonu The Umbrella Fairy 伞少女 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Historical Adventure, Fantasy Qingdai, a royal umbrella's fairy, embarks on a journey with a young craftsman to prevent war after failing to guard a vengeful sword's fairy who escapes the royal pavilion. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 69. Jinling Yu Mao The Royal Cat 金陵御猫 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Historical Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10

90s start slowly, but accelerate rapidly in releases, so can't observe decade as a whole. The winner by default is the only partially translated title Sekai de Ichiban Kimi ga Suki (1990). 1. Tobuga Gotoku (1990) [翔ぶが如く] (Finished 1/48) Tags: Historical, Drama The 28th NHK Taiga Drama is Tobuga Gotoku. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 2. Sekai de Ichiban Kimi ga Suki (1990) [世界で一番君が好き! You are my favorite in the world] (Finished 2/11) Tags: Comedy, Romance Koji and Mankichi loves Hana. But those men are very close friends. Hana wonders who she really loves. Partially translated. Main female lead is worse than usual as she's aggressive, rude and just a pain. This, plus one male lead silliness, plus some female friend artificial antics make it repulsive forme. Overall Rating: 5/10 3. Yobiko Boogie (1990) [予備校ブギ] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Youth This entertaining drama follows the fun-filled adventures of three prep-school students. Struggling with studies has become a thing of the past for these three young men, and they are ready to make the best of their free time in a world where they are no longer looked down on as fools. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 4. Blood of Good and Evil (1990) [我本善良] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Mystery, Romance, Drama - Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 5. Heaven's Retribution (1990) [还看今朝] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Historical, Romance, Drama, Political - Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 6. Wataru Seken wa Oni Bakari (1990) [渡る世間は鬼ばかり] (Finished 1/49) Tags: Drama, Family The drama is based on the life of Okakura Daikichi, a father of five daughters. Daikichi owns Okakura, a 5-star Japanese restaurant most people can only dream of dining. The storylines are based on each of the five daughters' lives, ranging from bitchy mother-in-laws, the kids, their husbands, and so forth. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 7. The Challenge of Life (1990) [人在邊緣] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Romance, Crime, Drama, Family - Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 8. A Pi Po Tan Qin (1990) [阿匹婆探亲] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Drama Apipo is nickname of actress who devoted 70 years to entertainment industry first in theater, then in cinema. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 9. Are You Still Dreaming (1990) [그대 아직도 꿈꾸고 있는가] (Finished 1/8) Tags: Drama Play tells the story of a woman who suddenly becomes penniless and divorced because her husband has an affair in the United States. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10

Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai was the only flash in the darkness this time. 1. Kimetsu no Yaiba: Hashira Geiko-hen Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc 鬼滅の刃 柱稽古編 [ufotable] (Finished 1/8) Tags: Shounen Historical Action, Fantasy After a series of mighty clashes with Upper Rank Demons, the Ubuyashiki clan prepares for one last battle with the hellish forces of Muzan Kibutsuji. In order to finally defeat the Demon leader once and for all, the clan devises a training camp for the Demon Slayer Corps, one led by the remaining Hashira—the most elite warriors in the organization. Each Hashira forms a specialized exercise that will hone both their own abilities and the skills of the ordinary soldiers. Tanjirou Kamado, a boy at the heart of the brewing conflict, recovers from wounds received in a recent fight. While his half-Demon sister Nezuko is studied by researchers like Shinobu Kochou, Tanjirou embarks to train with the Hashira, seeking mastery in each of their assigned areas of expertise to be best prepared for the coming war—skills vital to Tanjirou, as he has vowed to be the very warrior who will eliminate Muzan for good. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 2. Kaijuu 8-gou Kaiju No. 8 怪獣8号 [Production I.G] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Shounen Adult Cast, Military Action, Sci-Fi After the destruction of their hometown, childhood friends Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro make a pact to become officers in the Defense Force—a militarized organization tasked with protecting Japan from colossal monsters known as "kaijuu." Decades later, the 32-year-old Kafka has all but given up on his dreams of heroism. Instead, he cleans up the remains of the slaughtered kaijuu after they are defeated by valiant soldiers—including Mina, who has successfully achieved their shared goal. Upon meeting his new coworker, Reno Ichikawa, Kafka faces a mirror of his past self: an ambitious young man whose one desire is to fight as a member of the Defense Force. Unfortunately, the two are soon involved in a freak encounter with a rogue kaijuu. Though Kafka demonstrates his innate heroic nature and rescues Reno from certain doom, he is left gravely injured. While both men recover in a hospital, Kafka is seemingly attacked by another one of the beasts. As a result, he gains the ability to transform into a humanoid kaijuu with the strength and powers of the massive monsters menacing Japan. Dubbed "Kaijuu No. 8" by the military, Kafka resolves to use his newfound gifts for the greater good. Tied together by mutual respect, Kafka and Reno set out to join warriors like Mina at the forefront of the Defense Force. Plot is too simple for me. Fights are great, but action means nothing to me, so it's just not a factor to consider. Characters are ok, but nothing to be really excited about. Good series. Did not enjoy it. Overall Rating: 6/10 3. Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! 3 KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3 この素晴らしい世界に祝福を！3 [Drive] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Isekai, Parody Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Kazuma Satou, former NEET and current reincarnated adventurer, finally returns home after the incident at the Crimson Demon village. He is joined by his ever-reliable companions: self-absorbed goddess Aqua, one-trick pony arch-wizard Megumin, and masochistic crusader Lalatina Ford "Darkness" Dustiness. Following their recent exploits, the party is one step closer to vanquishing the Demon King and his armies—a terrifying task that Kazuma is eager to ignore for as long as possible. Things, however, are not going as smoothly as the group would like; they are constantly racking up debt, getting sidetracked during missions, and falling into traps due to their recklessness and eccentricities. As the party struggles with their perennial issues, they receive an invitation from a princess interested in hearing tales of the group's "heroic" deeds. Darkness' pleas to refuse the invitation only fire the others up to accept it, marking the start of yet another uncanny adventure with unforeseen consequences. Sequel. Even second season was not to my liking already. Seriously tired of it, its goofy jokes and characters as well as non compelling story. Overall Rating: 6/10 4. Mushoku Tensei II: Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu Part 2 Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 2 Part 2 無職転生 II ～異世界行ったら本気だす～ (第2クール) [Studio Bind] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Ecchi Following the faceless god Hitogami's advice seems to have worked wonders for Rudeus Greyrat. After enrolling into the University of Magic as he was told, Rudeus reunites with his childhood friend Sylphiette, who put a valiant effort into curing his condition. The two grow ever closer together and decide to host a wedding party, inviting the friends they have made over the years to announce and formalize their relationship. For all his recent blessings, however, Rudeus' troubles are far from over. The research he is helping Shizuka Nanahoshi conduct hits a bottleneck, sending her into a deep slump much like he experienced in his previous life. Furthermore, a letter from his father, Paul, brings complications to Rudeus' relationships, and Sylphiette still knows next to nothing about his real background. In the face of these issues, Rudeus will have to apply the lessons he has learned in this new world to navigate through the challenges that come with living a life to its fullest. Sequel. First season had memorable features. But after that it only fascinates as ecchi in spirit with solid narration which is a great rarity, probably even one of a kind. There's no real direction in the story most of the time, so can't take it seriously. Overall Rating: 6/10 5. Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken 3rd Season That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 転生したらスライムだった件 第3期 [8bit] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Shounen Isekai, Reincarnation Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Rimuru Tempest is victorious following his climactic showdown with Demon Lord Clayman. With Diablo's aid, the war with the Falmuth Kingdom ends decisively in Rimuru's favor. Fueled by increased migration and the integration of Jura Forest, the nation of Tempest undergoes rapid growth. Rimuru's victory shifts the balance of power, giving rise to a renewed period of peace—but whether that peace will last is another matter. Yuuki Kagurazaka and Kazalim are conspiring with the Harlequin Alliance to bring about Rimuru's downfall. Furthermore, the Western Holy Church continues its intolerant crusade against Rimuru and his non-human subordinates. Both allies and enemies engage in a battle of wits, carefully advancing their agendas without shattering the delicate status quo. But once the first domino inevitably falls, the race to supremacy begins. Sequel. Overall Rating: 6/10 6. Boku no Hero Academia 7th Season My Hero Academia Season 7 僕のヒーローアカデミア 第7期 [Bones] (Finished 1/21) Tags: Shounen School, Super Power Action Following an all-out battle with the Paranormal Liberation Front, it is difficult for the people of Japan to continue placing faith in their heroes. To combat the combined power of Tomura Shigaraki and All For One, All Might calls for his ally from the West—the strongest woman on the planet, Star and Stripe. However, All For One decides to intercept Star and her fleet to get his hands on her overpowered quirk before she can enter Japanese airspace. Although Endeavor, Hawks, and Best Jeanist are headed to the rendezvous point, Star makes a gamble in the present to save her comrades. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 7. Wind Breaker [CloverWorks] (Finished 3/13) Tags: Delinquents, School Action From an early age, Haruka Sakura was made an outcast due to his unconventional appearance and lack of social skills. However, the rough treatment turned him into a proficient fighter, which is now the only thing he prides himself on. Starting at Furin High School, where it is rumored that strength is valued over academics, Sakura has only one goal—taking the top spot. Involved in a street brawl the day before his enrollment, Sakura happens to meet a group of his future schoolmates. Instead of the usual rejection, they fight alongside him, demonstrating that what the school actually cares about is protecting the town of Makochi from any harm—hence why the students call themselves "Bofurin." Surprised by the support and appreciation of the townspeople, Sakura has a hard time accepting their goodwill. Though unfamiliar with kindness being shown to him, Sakura must learn to push past his discomfort when Bofurin is pitted against formidable enemies. After experiencing the feeling of acceptance, he finds himself fighting for the sake of others for the first time. Delinquents with rather repulsive MC and no good comedy aren't really appealing to me. Overall Rating: 6/10 8. Ookami to Koushinryou: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf 狼と香辛料 MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF [Passione] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Adult Cast Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance With a cartload of fur pelts in tow, traveling merchant Kraft Lawrence stops by the village of Pasloe. According to local folklore, centuries ago, one of the villagers made a promise with the wolf deity Holo, who swore to bless Pasloe with bountiful harvests of wheat. Yet, as time passed, such stories became little more than relics of the past. After quickly finishing his business in the village, Lawrence sets out to his next destination. His journey, however, takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a nude, animal-eared girl sleeping among his pelts. Even more surprisingly, the youthful-looking woman claims to be Holo—the wolf of legend. Holo wishes to return to her hometown in the north, and though their first encounter is rocky, she convinces Lawrence to accompany her on her travels. In return, she vows to earn her keep, using her quick wits and lifetime of experience to help her newfound companion in his dealings. As they continue their journey, Lawrence and Holo take advantage of whatever economic opportunities they come across, often landing in situations that put both their business skills and their relationship to the test. Remake. Original was totally fine, like that better. Overall Rating: 6/10 9. Tensei shitara Dainana Ouji Datta node, Kimama ni Majutsu wo Kiwamemasu I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability 転生したら第七王子だったので、気ままに魔術を極めます [Tsumugi Akita Animation Lab] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Reincarnation Adventure, Fantasy In his past life, Prince Lloyd de Saloum was a commoner who could not become adept at magic, no matter how knowledgeable or obsessed he was about it. Now reincarnated into his current royal lineage, he receives a body with seemingly endless mana, making his desire to master all things arcane attainable. Moreover, as the seventh prince of the kingdom, Lloyd has no claim to the throne, allowing him to nurture his abilities as freely as he wants. Unfortunately for Lloyd, ancient seals that imprison powerful demons begin to break down and release the horrors within, endangering the peace. With these monstrosities roaming around, Lloyd's overwhelming magical prowess is the ultimate weapon that can neutralize these threats before all things descend to chaos. Silly humor, rather overpowered MC and no direction in story make it unsuitable for me. Overall Rating: 5/10 10. Maou Gakuin no Futekigousha II: Shijou Saikyou no Maou no Shiso, Tensei shite Shison-tachi no Gakkou e Kayou Part 2 The Misfit of Demon King Academy II Part 2 魔王学院の不適合者 II ～史上最強の魔王の始祖、転生して子孫たちの学校へ通う～ 第2クール [SILVER LINK.] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Reincarnation, School Action, Fantasy Part two of Maou Gakuin no Futekigousha: Shijou Saikyou no Maou no Shiso, Tensei shite Shison-tachi no Gakkou e Kayou II. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 11. Lv2 kara Cheat datta Motoyuusha Kouho no Mattari Isekai Life Chillin' in Another World with Level 2 Super Cheat Powers Lv2からチートだった元勇者候補のまったり異世界ライフ [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai Adventure, Fantasy, Romance The Magical Kingdom of Klyrode summons hundreds of heroes from other worlds every year to fight in their war against the Dark One and his army of powerful demons. Banaza is one of those heroes, summoned from the Royal Capital Paluma, but something's not right—Banaza is only an average merchant. He has no magic, no fighting ability, and his stats are abysmal. Worse, a mishap leaves him unable to return home! Rejected as a hero and stranded in another world, abandoned to the far reaches of the kingdom by a cruel king who just wants him gone, Banaza's fate looks pretty bleak. But what will happen once the failed hero candidate finds himself with super cheat powers once he hits level two? If you can stand cheat powers. Overall Rating: 5/10 12. Maou no Ore ga Dorei Elf wo Yome ni Shitanda ga, Dou Medereba Ii? An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride 魔王の俺が奴隷エルフを嫁にしたんだが、どう愛でればいい？ [Brain's Base] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Action, Fantasy, Romance The young but feared sorcerer Zagan is a candidate to become a member of the 13 Archdemons—a group of the strongest sorcerers in the world—following the death of their eldest member, Marchosias. When attending the deceased Archdemon's estate auction, Zagan finds something he did not expect: love at first sight. The sorcerer impulsively spends all his money to take Nephelia, a rare elf slave, back to his castle. Given the girl's mysterious and troubling past, there is a lot for Zagan to uncover about his new companion. However, Zagan's lack of experience with the unfamiliar feeling of love leads to many awkward moments between him and Nephelia, whom he calls by the nickname "Nephy." As the two grow closer and get more comfortable around each other, it becomes increasingly evident that Nephy's feelings might not be so different from Zagan's. Usual cringe romance in new fantasy cover. Overall Rating: 5/10 13. Sentai Daishikkaku Go! Go! Loser Ranger! 戦隊大失格 [Yostar Pictures] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Shounen Action, Sci-Fi For the past 13 years, the Nefarious Monster Army have appeared beneath their floating fortress every Sunday to advance their goal of conquering Earth. Luckily, the Dragon Keepers are here to save the day! Having defeated the majority of the monsters during their initial invasion, the heroes now routinely show up to clear away any remnants of resistance. Unbeknownst to the public, however, every fight beyond the first has been a deliberate show put on by both sides: the Dragon Keepers reap the fame and prestige from fighting imaginary enemies, while the surviving weakest monsters, altogether called Dusters, are allowed to live for another day. Sentouin D, a Duster tired of living this life of shame, leaves the fortress in an attempt to overturn his fate. With the unexpected help of the mysterious ranger Yumeko Suzukiri, he discovers the key to defeating the Dragon Keepers lies in their Divine Artifacts—ultimate weapons crucial to the rangers' transformation and unique powers. Teaming up with Suzukiri to infiltrate the garrison of Red Keeper Sousei Akabane, Sentouin D must defy all expectations to save his species from the cruel hands of humans. Fancy concept does not guarantee anything interesting. Actually, it's usually the other way around - if watcher can't imagine a decent development, there's very little chance author can manage the nearly impossible as well. Overall Rating: 5/10 14. Re:Monster [Studio Deen] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Action, Adventure, Fantasy Tomokui Kanata has been re-incarnated in the weakest goblin, named Goburou, after having undergone an unfortunate death. However Goburou has retained his previous life's memories, an unusual evolution, as well as becoming strong enough to gain status boosts from eating. In this alternate world of survival of the fittest, events unfold with competent subordinates and comrades, delightful case of the tail-wagging dog... Eating monsters meat allows to gain new skills. Everything that uses this OP concept is instant trash for me. Overall Rating: 5/10 15. Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei 3rd Season The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 魔法科高校の劣等生 第3シーズン [8bit] (Finished 1/13) Tags: School Action, Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi Driven by conflicting interest groups, the anti-magic movement is gaining dangerous momentum. Warned by the Yotsuba family, Tatsuya Shiba takes countermeasures to foil the plans of crooked politicians and corrupt journalists. He repels the first attack, which framed First High School as an unofficial venue for military education, but his most formidable enemies have yet to act. If Tatsuya wants to preserve his peaceful life with his sister, Miyuki, he must demonstrate once more that no one in the world can outsmart him. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 16. Jiisan Baasan Wakagaeru Grandpa and Grandma Turn Young Again じいさんばあさん若返る [Gekkou] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Supernatural Shouzou Saitou and his wife, Ine, have been married for nearly sixty years. Though they have not become wealthy or been able to go on a honeymoon in all that time, their love has remained steadfast. The couple spend their days peacefully tending to an orchard of apple trees and receiving visits from their loving family. While tending to the apple tree they planted on their wedding day, which had snapped in half during a typhoon, the couple notices a golden apple hanging from one of the branches. They decide to eat the apple back at home, and the next morning, the couple awakens to find that they have become young again! In their new but familiar bodies, Shouzou and Ine are able to live life as they never had before: they engage in more modern activities together, such as participating in a sports festival and playing video games. As they revisit the memories of their young love, the romance between them is rekindled, inspiring similar feelings in the younger members of their family. So normal SOL heavily deteriorated by supernatural elements. Overall Rating: 5/10 17. Tensei Kizoku, Kantei Skill de Nariagaru As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World 転生貴族、鑑定スキルで成り上がる [studio MOTHER] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Adventure, Fantasy After passing away, a Japanese office worker finds himself reincarnated in another world as Ars, the newborn son of the noble Louvent family. The Summerforth Empire, where the Louvents rule over a small territory of a few thousand people, is a medieval-like land plagued by social inequality and political instability. As Ars grows older and learns more and more about his new environment, he becomes convinced that war will soon erupt. Fortunately, though Ars was not blessed with unrivaled strength or extraordinary magical aptitude, he does possess Appraisal: a seemingly unique skill that allows him to instantly grasp someone's current abilities and latent talents merely by looking at them. In an effort to prepare his domain for the imminent strife, Ars resolves to enlist the most exceptional people he can find, paying no attention to superficial qualities like race or social status. There was already isekai about appraisal skill "My Unique Skill Makes Me OP Even at Level 1", and it was no good for me. But appraisal of human talents is indeed a lot better than appraisal of items. What we get is recruiting a lot of talented companions, plus a mock battle. I don't see it as masterpiece at this point, but it's fine enough to look forward to second season as it should get better ... Overall Rating: 6/10 18. Unnamed Memory [ENGI] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance As a young boy, Prince Oscar Lyeth Increatos Loz Farsas was cursed by the Witch of Silence, rendering it all but impossible for any woman to bear him a child. After 15 years of fruitlessly seeking a way to lift the spell, Oscar resorts to enlisting the help of a different witch. To this end, he heads to the Azure Tower, home of the Witch of the Azure Moon. Ascending the tower is no easy task; for decades, no one has overcome the array of traps, puzzles, and enemies designed to repulse any challengers. Oscar, however, easily climbs to the top, where he meets the fabled witch, Tinasha. To the prince's surprise, despite being hundreds of years old, Tinasha looks like a beautiful young woman in her late teens. Oscar explains his circumstances to the witch, who quickly perceives the true nature of his affliction. Though she claims that undoing the spell would be tremendously difficult, Tinasha proposes a workaround—to find Oscar a partner capable of withstanding the curse's effects. Realizing that such a woman is right in front of his eyes, Oscar boldly tells the witch to marry him. Though he is promptly rejected, the young prince refuses to back down, and the two eventually reach an agreement: Tinasha will leave the tower and live with Oscar for the next year. As the two continue searching for a way to lift Oscar's curse, word of Tinasha's emergence from isolation spreads, catching the attention of all sorts of old acquaintances. Fantasy romance as core is really unexpected, but not particularly thrilling sounding. Since there's no strong story component I don't really know what to watch it for. It's not realistic and not appealing. Pretty sure it has different target audience. Overall Rating: 5/10 19. Date A Live V デート・ア・ライブⅤ [Geek Toys] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Harem, School Action, Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi Shidou Itsuka faces greater peril than ever due to his continued involvement with Ratatoskr. He has already sealed 10 Spirits, and Isaac Westcott, leader of Deus Ex Machina Industries, has finally decided to kill Shidou and plunder the Spirits' powers for himself. To achieve his goal, Isaac declares an all-out war against Ratatoskr, forcing the organization to exhaust its resources to ensure Shidou's survival. Despite being severely outnumbered and outmatched, a glimmer of hope exists in the form of the Spirit of Time, Kurumi Tokisaki. Shidou must seal and acquire Kurumi's power to travel to the past and confront the Spirit of Origin—the catalyst that started it all. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 20. Yoru no Kurage wa Oyogenai Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night 夜のクラゲは泳げない [Doga Kobo] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Music Drama Mahiru Kouzuki, a skilled artist, gives up on her passion after her elementary school classmates ridicule her colorful jellyfish mural. Several years later, upon encountering an unexpected admirer in Kano Yamanouchi—a former idol with a troubled past—Mahiru decides to pursue her childhood dreams once more. Tasked with designing the mascot for Kano's new music project, JELEE, Mahiru enlists the help of her childhood friend and professional streamer Kiui Watase to make JELEE's first music video. Together with Kim Anouk Mei Takanashi, a pianist and fan of Kano's work as an idol, the girls aim to turn JELEE into a global hit. However, if they want to succeed in this ambitious endeavor, they will first have to free themselves from the shackles of their pasts. Musical anime needs to either excel in music as well as remaining sane like Fukumenkei Noise or K-On. The less preferred way is to just a make decent character-centered story like Wake Up, Girls or Zombieland Saga. This one is in the second category as there's zero memorable music. But I don't realy like characters or their stories. Girls are rather simple and drama is pointless. It's ok, but not grasping in any way. Overall Rating: 6/10 21. Bartender: Kami no Glass Bartender Glass of God バーテンダー 神のグラス [Liber] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Seinen Adult Cast, Workplace Drama, Gourmet Miwa Kurushima and her colleague Yukari Higuchi hunt for a skilled individual to run the counter bar at the famous Hotel Cardinal. The chairman of the hotel demands only one thing of the potential hire: the bartender must be able to craft the ultimate drink known as the "Glass of God." Because Miwa does not fully understand the requirement, her search runs dry after everyone she has scouted cannot get past the chairman's scrutiny. Nestled in a quiet and secluded place among the bustling alleys of Ginza is Eden Hall. This cozy bar is maintained by Ryuu Sasakura, a prodigy mixologist who knows exactly what drink will ease his customers' worries at any given time. Every glass that he serves is garnished with humility, providing much-needed solace to people from all walks of life in their time of need. In a chance encounter, the chairman is left speechless by Ryuu's astute bartending skills and is determined to have him join Hotel Cardinal. He becomes one of Ryuu's regulars, attempting daily to convince Ryuu to leave Eden Hall. But even with the assistance of Miwa, it is more difficult than expected to recruit this particular bartender. Not understanding barternder stuff. Overall Rating: 5/10 22. Hananoi-kun to Koi no Yamai A Condition Called Love 花野井くんと恋の病 [East Fish Studio] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Shoujo School Romance Hotaru Hinase has lived nearly sixteen years without romance. She is satisfied alone as long as she can enjoy the little things in life with her beloved friends and family. In her mind, she is not meant to fall in love, nor does she understand the concept. While out with a friend, Hotaru witnesses the severe breakup of her schoolmate Hananoi, to whom she has never spoken. Afterward, she sees him sitting in the snow and holds her umbrella over him. To her surprise, this gesture results in him confessing his feelings for her at school the next day. Though Hotaru rejects him, Hananoi insists on letting her get to know him. He does whatever he can to woo her, from changing his hairstyle to finding her lost hairpin in the snow. Although she has no romantic feelings towards him, Hotaru believes that by spending more time with him, she will learn how to love. She agrees to date him and slowly begins to navigate what being a girlfriend entails, including how to reciprocate the kind gestures that Hananoi continues to perform for her. Not a captivating romance. Overall Rating: 5/10 23. The New Gate [Yokohama Animation Laboratory, Cloud Hearts] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy "The New Gate" is an online life-or-death game with tens of thousands of players. Thanks to Shin, the most skilled veteran player, the other players will finally be released from the game. Shin has killed the last boss and believes he is finally able to escape when he is blinded by a flash of mysterious light. He awakes to find himself in the game's world 500 years later! So begins a new chapter in the life of an unsurpassed legendary player! To sum up shortly - everyone is constantly admiring and praising OP MC who excels pretty much at everything. Overall Rating: 5/10 24. Yozakura-san Chi no Daisakusen Mission: Yozakura Family 夜桜さんちの大作戦 [SILVER LINK.] (Finished 1/27) Tags: Shounen Action, Comedy After losing his entire family in a car crash, Taiyou Asano tries to pull away from his childhood friend, Mutsumi Yozakura, but she assures him she is not going anywhere. Nevertheless, Taiyou becomes socially awkward, struggling to make friends at school despite the efforts of his persistent classmates. One day, the vice principal calls Taiyou to his office, only to begin threatening the boy's life. Taiyou is swept away by a stranger and eventually awakens to Mutsumi, who introduces him to her siblings—a family of spies who harbor superhuman abilities. Every generation produces one ordinary human who becomes the family head. Mutsumi is one of these, and the family's mission is to protect her with their lives. The vice principal's real name is Kyoichiro Yozakura, and he is the eldest son of the family. As Kyouichiro believes that Taiyou is a threat to Mutsumi's life, the only way to keep both Taiyou and Mutsumi safe is for them to get married; the family has a rule that prevents them from killing within the Yozakura household. Though at first reluctant, Taiyou agrees in order to protect Mutsumi. Now he must train as a Yozakura spy to ward off the constant threats on the lives of both Mutsumi and himself. Typical forced engagement with daughter of yakuza family with the only difference that it's spy family now. Overall Rating: 5/10 25. Yuru Camp△ Season 3 Laid-Back Camp Season 3 ゆるキャン△ SEASON3 [8bit] (Finished 1/12) Tags: CGDCT, Iyashikei Slice of Life Within the narrow walls of the Outdoor Activities Club room, the few but lively members carry on the camping spirit as they have fun with DIY club experiments. Exciting experiences such as these have brought Nadeshiko Kagamihara deep into the world of camping, making her want to once again go on a solo trip. However, other plans come first, as Ayano Toki and Rin Shima invite Nadeshiko to camp near Ooi River. Eager to go on their first journey together, the girls set off to forge precious memories that will stick with their hearts for years to come. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 26. Kaii to Otome to Kamikakushi Mysterious Disappearances 怪異と乙女と神隠し [Zero-G] (Finished 5/12) Tags: Mystery, Supernatural, Ecchi Adult life has brought its share of disillusions to 28-year-old writer Sumireko Ogawa, who was once considered a child prodigy in literature. Facing hostility from editors, she struggles to publish her work and progress in writing her new novel. As Sumireko starts to resign herself to the uneventful life of a book clerk, she is brutally plunged into the realm of mysteries after she reads poetry from a strange book, as she unexpectedly becomes a child again. Sumireko is thrilled to have regained her inspiration and youthful enthusiasm. However, her work colleague Ren Adashino, who happens to be an expert in the occult, warns her that this transformation will eventually kill her unless she reads other verses from the book. Reluctantly agreeing to regain her adult form, Sumireko decides to help Ren and his sister, Oto, in their paranormal investigations. Although Ren's goals are still unclear to Sumireko, the young woman is determined to turn her new exciting life experiences into a lasting literary success. It's weird and random, without real direction. First episode is actually decent, but it only goes downfall. Overall Rating: 5/10 27. Sasayaku You ni Koi wo Utau Whisper Me a Love Song ささやくように恋を唄う [Yokohama Animation Laboratory, Cloud Hearts] (Finished 1/12) Tags: School Drama, Girls Love Himari Kino is a cheerful and outgoing girl who is able to make friends with anyone she wants. When she enrolls in high school and attends the freshman opening ceremony, Himari falls in love with Yori Asanagi, a reserved upperclassman, during Yori's band performance. After the show, Himari blurts out her love, but Yori is inexperienced when it comes to romance. Yori, who did not expect this outcome at all, looks for answers from her friends and music. She decides to respond to Himari's confession, and to her surprise, Yori discovers that Himari fell in love with her music and performance rather than Yori as a person. Despite the shock, Yori desires to make Himari truly fall in love with her. The duo spend time together after school on the rooftop, where Yori usually plays her guitar with hopes to change Himari's feelings for her. Serious girls love. Not for me. Overall Rating: 5/10 28. Kuroshitsuji: Kishuku Gakkou-hen Black Butler: Public School Arc 黒執事 -寄宿学校編- [CloverWorks] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Shounen Historical, Mythology, School Action, Fantasy, Mystery At the request of Queen Victoria, Earl Ciel Phantomhive goes to Weston College—a prestigious public academy for boys, known for its traditions and outstanding curriculum—to search for a relative of hers who has not returned home in months. Thanks to his noble status, the 13-year-old Ciel is swiftly able to enroll as a student, while his devilish butler Sebastian Michaelis assumes a teaching position at the school. Ciel does not anticipate being unable to locate the Queen's relative on campus. To make matters worse, he cannot request a meeting with the headmaster of the college, who may be the only person that knows anything pertaining to the disappearance. The only ones in frequent contact with the headmaster are the heads of the college dormitories, known as the Prefect 4 (P4): Edgar Redmond, Lawrence Bluewer, Herman Greenhill, and Gregory Violet. Ciel must concoct a plan to get in the P4's good graces if he wants to use their connections to succeed in his mission. But the distinguished college and its students hide much that is unseen, making this task more improbable than he could imagine. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 29. Girls Band Cry ガールズバンドクライ [Toei Animation] (Finished 5/13) Tags: Music Drama Everyone yearns to find their true purpose in life. This is also true for Nina Iseri, a 17-year-old girl looking to enroll in a good university, but the world always seems to work against her. On her very first day in Tokyo, she gets lost, ignored, and locked out of her new apartment. However, an unexpected opportunity arises when Nina meets Momoka Kawaragi, one of her favorite guitarists. After Nina joins Momoka for a street performance, Momoka decides they should start a band together. While Nina initially hesitates, her determination grows as they start acquiring more bandmates—the beautiful drummer Subaru Awa, the aloof keyboardist Tomo Ebizuka, and the intelligent bassist Rupa. The five girls face challenges both in the music industry and within themselves, but their shared passion for music never lets them give up on their dreams. Music is fine, but characters have rather childish problems, and MC is straight annoying. And there's nothing really here besides characters, so if can't like them the case is closed. Overall Rating: 6/10 30. Kami wa Game ni Ueteiru. Gods' Game We Play 神は遊戯に飢えている。 [LIDENFILMS] (Finished 3/13) Tags: High Stakes Game, Strategy Game Fantasy, Suspense, Ecchi When Leoleshea, a dragon god, is accidentally awoken from her sleep within a glacier, she demands this era's very best game player be brought before her. After a year of waiting, she meets Fay Theo Philus, an apostle—a human granted a supernatural ability called an Arise and thus given permission to challenge the gods in games. Fay and Leoleshea realize they share a passion for games, whether it be with cards or a battle of wits with a god. Declaring that she likes this human, Leoleshea allows Fay to call her "Leshea" and team up with her to play in the gods' games. Ever since the gods gave humans the ability to challenge them, they have promised to grant any wish after ten victories. Leshea desires to become an official god again, as she previously descended to the human world and lost her status as a divine being. Fay has only one goal: to find the woman who long ago taught him how to play games. Though Leshea and Fay quickly prove themselves to be a capable team, the gods will not allow them ten victories so easily: every game has its own unique conditions and hidden rules. Together, the duo will have to act as a perfect team to finally achieve their goals. I'm not fond of high stakes games, but this one tries to look like No game no life, so can spare it sample episodes. Characters don't fascinate. What I especially did not like is suspence for the viewer in expence of logic like in 2nd episode scene that was like "-Are you thinking what I'm thinking? -Yes! -So let's act according to this plan!" bs. Since neither such games with no clear rules nor outside interactions excite, watching further would be a waste of time. Overall Rating: 5/10 31. Hibike! Euphonium 3 Sound! Euphonium 3 響け！ユーフォニアム3 [Kyoto Animation] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Music, Performing Arts, School Drama With the ensemble contest behind them, the members of the Kitauji High School concert band now aim to win a gold medal at the national competition. For third-year club president Kumiko Oumae and her friends, it is their last chance before graduation. Filled with anticipation and anxiety, Kumiko worries if she can successfully lead the band. Amid her struggles, Kumiko encounters transfer student Mayu Kuroe. From her gentle demeanor to her talented euphonium skills, Mayu was a member of the Seira Girls' School concert band—a regular at nationals. While Mayu is friendly, Kumiko cannot help but have an indescribable feeling from their meeting. As new members arrive and plans are set in motion, the club, with an insatiable hunger for a gold medal, learns what it truly takes to propel themselves to reach the national level. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 32. Dekisokonai to Yobareta Motoeiyuu wa Jikka kara Tsuihou sareta node Sukikatte ni Ikiru Koto ni Shita The Banished Former Hero Lives as He Pleases 出来損ないと呼ばれた元英雄は、実家から追放されたので好き勝手に生きることにした [Studio Deen, Marvy Jack] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Deemed a "good-for-nothing" for his low level and lack of a god-given Gift, Allen is stripped of his noble status and banished from the Duchy of Westfeldt. But Allen has a secret: he was a great hero in a previous life, and he's thrilled for the chance to finally live the way he pleases! His drama-free existence, however, is soon interrupted by a desperate encounter with his ex-fiancée. As a former hero who still possesses the incredible powers from his past life, Allen can't ignore someone in need—no matter how much he might like to! And so begins the new heroic saga our former hero never wanted! Generic OP MC and also typical other characters make first three episodes unsatisfactory. Overall Rating: 5/10 33. Kenka Dokugaku Viral Hit 喧嘩独学 [Okuruto Noboru] (Finished 6/12) Tags: School Action Bullied by his classmate and popular Newtube streamer Pakgo, Yoo Hobin spends his high school days suffering from humiliation and abuse. His troubles do not end there, though; outside of school, Hobin slaves away at a part-time job to pay for his mother's hospital bills. One day, Hobin accidentally spills ramen on Pakgo's cameraman Woo "Jiksae" Jihyeok, tripping over a cord and disconnecting the other boy from his gaming stream. Finally fed up with his miserable lifestyle, Hobin fights back and ends up in a pathetic brawl with Jiksae. The next morning, it is revealed that the camera from Jiksae's stream had been recording the two boys' entire embarrassing fight. Moreover, the footage was accidentally uploaded to Newtube and had gone viral overnight, earning Hobin a whopping ten million won from viewership. Drawn to the money Newtube streaming can offer him and his mother, Hobin works together with unlikely ally Jiksae to produce more videos of him fighting and see how far Newtube streaming can take them. Taking on bullies like Pakgo and other seemingly unsurpassable opponents, Hobin will either rise to the top of the streaming world or finally meet a foe he cannot outsmart. There's definite Korean feel as it's about generic MC undergoing misery state and trying to get a comeback. Seriously dislike such concepts, can't be justified by anything. Overall Rating: 5/10 34. Shuumatsu Train Doko e Iku? Train to the End of the World 終末トレインどこへいく？ [EMT Squared] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adventure The introduction of 7G Network technology promised miraculous technological advancements; however, the aftermath of its launch plunged Japan into chaos. From drastic changes to the terrain to bizarre mutations among people, the way of life is overwritten with new rules. The town of Agano is one of the few remaining settlements, and its citizens aged 21 and above have transformed into animals. Shizuru Chikura, a high school student from Agano, is desperately searching for her friend, Youka Nakatomi. Coming across a picture in a newspaper placing Youka in Ikebukuro, Shizuru starts packing for a trip. But with public transportation effectively shut down, her options are limited. Fortunately, Tairo Zenjirou, a senile old conductor and the only human adult in town, comes to the rescue when he teaches her how to operate an abandoned train. With her destination set, Shizuru ventures off on a journey to find her missing friend. On the day of departure, however, her other classmates—Nadeshiko Hoshi, Reimi Kuga, and Akira Shinonome—decide to tag along at the last minute as they embark on this one-track adventure that might expose them to dangers far surpassing anything they have encountered in Agano. Surreal adventure is an instant red flag to me. Actual first episode was even worse than expected. Overall Rating: 5/10 35. One Room, Hiatari Futsuu, Tenshi-tsuki. Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included ワンルーム、日当たり普通、天使つき。 [Okuruto Noboru] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Harem, Mythology, School Comedy, Romance, Supernatural Shintarou Tokumitsu leads an ordinary high school life while living in a studio apartment just for himself. This changes drastically one morning after he finds something strange on his balcony—an angel from Heaven. The innocent and kind girl named Towa was sent to Earth by God to learn more about humans and their way of interacting. It does not take long for her to get attached to Shintarou, who eventually allows her to live with him. However, the small apartment provides little personal space and privacy, and hiding Towa's real identity from the public proves difficult. As he learns to navigate his new life with Towa, Shintarou's encounters with other girls may only complicate the circumstances. Artificial feeling harem. Overall Rating: 5/10 36. Blue Archive the Animation ブルーアーカイブ The Animation [Yostar Pictures, Studio CANDY BOX] (Finished 1/12) Tags: School Action, Fantasy Kivotos is a federal megalopolis comprising thousands of schools and is led by the General Student Council (GSC), which acts as its governing body. Ironically, despite being an academy city, Kivotos is rife with gun violence, and all students wield firearms as part of their everyday lives. As if the crisis in Kivotos was not enough, the GSC president is nowhere to be found. Fortunately, before her sudden disappearance, the GSC president enlisted the help of Sensei—a teacher who is most likely the only one in Kivotos—to support students in their time of need. Sensei's first course of action is to assist Abydos High School, a once prestigious academy now with merely five students in attendance. These remaining students are doing everything they can to pay their academy's crippling debt of almost one billion yen. It's only for game fans, seriously. As a standalone product from outsider point of view that's trash. Overall Rating: 5/10 37. Henjin no Salad Bowl A Salad Bowl of Eccentrics 変人のサラダボウル [SynergySP, Studio Comet] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy Private detective Sousuke Kaburaya is simply trying to make ends meet when Sara da Odin, an imperial princess from another world, falls through a portal right on top of him. Unaware that she is an anomaly in a magicless world, Sara uses powerful spells in public, causing a commotion and forcing Sousuke to take her back home with him. With the help of the internet, manga, and modern Japanese conveniences, Sara grows accustomed to living in Japan and becomes Sousuke's assistant in the process. Meanwhile, Livia de Udis, Sara's personal knight, also comes through the portal but lands at a different location. There, she meets a homeless man who readily accepts her unique background and odd tendencies. Despite her situation, Livia quickly adapts and settles into the homeless lifestyle, a far cry from the noble position she used to hold. While Sara and Livia may be living different lives, their positive and ambitious attitudes leave a lasting impact on the people around them as they experience both the good and bad of Japan. Did not understand the reason to watch it beforehand, and still can't now. Totally pointless three episodes. Overall Rating: 5/10 38. The Fable ザ・ファブル [Tezuka Productions] (Finished 3/25) Tags: Seinen Adult Cast, Organized Crime Comedy, Suspense Fable, an assassin who works in organized crime, has been raised to the legendary status of a ruthless killer capable of murdering any man within six seconds. Six years after his debut, his boss fears that Fable has started to attract too much attention from the legal authorities, and he orders him to hide in Osaka for a year. Accompanied by his driver who assumes the identity of his sister, Fable is bound by a special condition: he must act as a civilian and not murder anyone lest he and his partner lose their lives. However, the seemingly well-deserved holiday soon takes a grim turn. Takeshi Ebihara, the second-in-command of the Osaka mafia that officially protects the assassin, sees Fable's presence as a threat and wants to remove him. Constantly monitored by the yakuza and regularly put in life-or-death situations, Fable has no other choice but to outwit Takeshi's schemes if he wants to stay alive. We've seen quite a few examples of badass persons trying to live a normal life. This one is the more realistic than of them, but still feels like and OP MC anime of other genres. There's some comedy , but not finding it funny. Just not seeing reasons to watch it further . Overall Rating: 6/10 39. Shinigami Bocchan to Kuro Maid 3rd Season The Duke of Death and His Maid Season 3 死神坊ちゃんと黒メイド 第3期 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Romantic Subtext Comedy, Supernatural Although everything the young duke touches perishes, his existence is far from lonely. His spirited siblings Viola and Walter, loyal butler Rob, and the eccentric witches Cuff and Zain are regularly livening up his secluded mansion. But it is the duke's flirty maid, Alice Lendrott, who fills him with the promise of a beautiful tomorrow and the determination to break this hellish spell cast upon him. The identity of the witch who cursed the duke has been uncovered thanks to Zain's unique magic and the help of Daleth, the leader of the underworld. However, the villain is a notoriously fearsome and powerful witch, who, enraged by the duke and his companions' trip back in time, torments them even from the afterlife. Moreover, an unexpected loved one reappears, strengthening the duke and Alice's hope to break the curse and finally close the distance between them. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 40. Seiyuu Radio no Uraomote The Many Sides of Voice Actor Radio 声優ラジオのウラオモテ [Connect] (Finished 1/12) Tags: School, Showbiz Comedy, Drama Experienced voice actor Yasumi Utatane works hard to maintain her image as a pure and innocent idol to please her fans, even as she struggles to find more jobs in the industry. But Yasumi has a secret—she is actually Yumiko Satou, a high school girl who prefers loose clothes and flashy jewelry, a complete contradiction to her false professional persona. As Yasumi, Yumiko is finally offered an exciting opportunity to do a radio program alongside another up-and-coming voice actor she admires: Yuuhi Yuugure. In Yumiko’s eyes, Yuuhi’s cute looks and talented acting embody what a voice actor should be. As soon as they are introduced at the recording studio, however, Yumiko realizes that Yuuhi is actually her gloomy classmate, Chika Watanabe. Together, the pair commit to their radio program and slowly begin to open up. In supporting each other, Yumikoi and Chika gradually learn to be true to themselves. Two different girls become friends by interacting at work, maybe even with slight yuri subtext. Not finding it interesting. Overall Rating: 5/10 41. Vampire Dormitory ヴァンパイア男子寮 [Studio Blanc.] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shoujo Crossdressing, Love Polygon, Vampire Romance, Supernatural Homeless and fresh out of employment, Mito Yamamoto faces familiar loneliness and despair. Luck is simply not on Mito's side; when he stumbles upon a cafe and cuts his hand, a strange server named Ruka Saotome licks the blood from his wound and even dramatically retches at its apparent disgusting taste. Offended and dispirited, Mito runs off to a bridge, hoping to put an end to his misery. But when Mito accidentally slips, he is miraculously saved by Ruka, who reveals he is a vampire. Unable to drink blood from just any woman for mysterious reasons, Ruka proposes that Mito become his thrall—a vampire's human servant and primary source of food. In this deal, Ruka will shower Mito with love to sweeten his blood, and Mito will gain a warm place to call home. However, there is an issue: Mito is a girl! Concealing her long, flowing hair and feminine body, Mito readily takes this chance and enrolls in the Hijirigaoka Boys' High School while working part-time at the cafe with Ruka. But the more Mito's bond with Ruka deepens, the more she struggles to hide her secret. Definitely otome and probably even reverse harem, so not my thing. Overall Rating: 5/10 42. Boukyaku Battery (TV) Oblivion Battery 忘却バッテリー [MAPPA] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen School, Team Sports Haruka Kiyomine and Kei Kaname were once recognized as the most formidable pitcher-catcher duo in middle school baseball. Known as the "General," Kaname paired his expert strategies with Kiyomine's explosive pitches, crushing the dreams of many starry-eyed players who hoped to one day make it to the big leagues. High school freshman Tarou Yamada is one such former player. Having given up on competing, he enrolls in Kotesashi High School—a completely average public school with no baseball team to speak of—where he discovers that his new classmates are the legendary pair who once destroyed his dreams. Adding to this shocking revelation, he learns that amnesia has reduced the once level-headed General to a vulgar class clown. Having lost all interest in baseball, Kaname dragged a disappointed Kiyomine to Kotesashi simply because the school was close to where they live. As Kotesashi forms a fledgling baseball club, Yamada meets other players he once admired who also left baseball behind. While they might be unwilling now, Yamada believes that if he can convince such talented athletes to start playing again, it might be possible to achieve their dreams and win the national championship—as long as they can put up with Kaname's incessant joking. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 43. Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai Yatagarasu: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Master烏は主を選ばない [Pierrot] (Finished 20/20) Tags: Historical, Mythology Drama, Fantasy In the Kingdom of Yamauchi, people have the ability to transform into three-legged crows known as yatagarasu. While the men plot over daily governance, women compete for the hand of Wakamiya, the crown prince who was selected as the Kinu, the servant to the Mountain God. Four young women arrive at the court to join the competition, including one named Asebi. While the kind and innocent Asebi sticks out like a sore thumb compared to the other women, the crown prince has to fight for his place in the clan. Despite being born both to a concubine and as a second son, the royal priests still chose Wakamiya to be the Kinu over his older brother. This decision created a rift between the siblings while enraging Wakamiya's stepmother in the process. When Yukiya, one of the teenage sons of the village chief, is sent to the palace to become Wakamiya's new attendant, the prince is not pleased in the slightest. However, Yukiya's presence at the imperial courts is no mere coincidence. That's what I call a captivating narration! The lines of boy, prince and four brides develop simultaneously and with increasing complexity. I'm not fond of mythology element, but all this turning into crows can be easily ommitted without any damage. Whenever firm masterpiece is witty, I'm inclined to raise the score to 9. Overall Rating: 9/10 44. Astro Note アストロノオト [Telecom Animation Film] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Sci-Fi Takumi, a gifted chef, was just let go from his job. He lands a gig at an old boarding house called Astro-sou but hesitates to accept after learning he must also live there full-time. That is until he meets the beautiful and charming caretaker, Mira, and he is sold. The two begin to work together, and their connection deepens. But Mira has a secret: she is not from this world! Maison Ikkoku concept is easy to imitate, but hard to master as need to be at least on par with original. After first promising episode it does not live up to expectations. Overall Rating: 6/10 45. Tonari no Youkai-san Tonari no Yokai-san となりの妖怪さん [LIDENFILMS] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Mythology Drama, Fantasy In the town of Engamori, supernatural beings known as yokai, gods, and humans have been living amongst each other for centuries, each striving to lead ordinary, peaceful lives. One day Buchio, a 20-year-old cat, mysteriously evolves into a nekomata, a feline yokai, near the end of his life. Although this allows him to stay with his human family longer, it also makes him question the reason behind his evolution, along with the special abilities that have recently manifested in himl. Meanwhile, an elementary school girl named Mutsumi "Muu-chan" Sugimoto begins to feel more attached to Jirou, a tengu—a crow-like yokai—and Jirou begins to fill the void left by her late father. While both are unable to properly communicate their intentions at first, they gradually form a companionship where they protect each other. Youkai living equally among humans alongside all these reincarnations feels very irritating to me. Overall Rating: 5/10 46. Highspeed Etoile HIGHSPEED Étoile（ハイスピードエトワール） [Studio A-CAT] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Racing With the introduction of Hybrid Performance Exceed Reactor (HyPER)—a technology that injects new life into racing—race cars can now reach incredible speeds of up to five hundred kilometers per hour. Five years after the inception of the NEX Race, a competition where the cars are enhanced by HyPER and even AI, one man stands as the undisputed champion. Having won every title since the inaugural NEX Race season, Lorenzo M. Salvatore is the king of the racing world. Unexpectedly entering the tournament is a former ballet dancer, Rin Rindou, who has been given a chance to become a real racer after setting a world record in a racing video game. Forced to give up dancing, Rin shifts her focus to chasing a new goal, despite her lack of experience. Making the most of her peculiar skill set and the NEX Race innovations, the young newcomer may just be the one to dethrone the absolute king. Racing. Overall Rating: 5/10 47. Touken Ranbu Kai: Kyoden Moyuru Honnouji Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden 刀剣乱舞 廻 -虚伝 燃ゆる本能寺- [domerica] (Finished 1/8) Tags: Anthropomorphic, Historical, Samurai Action, Fantasy Anime adaptation of the stage play Touken Ranbu: Kyoden Moyuru Honnouji. Otome. Overall Rating: 5/10 48. Ooi! Tonbo Tonbo! オーイ！とんぼ [OLM] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Drama, Sports Trying to move on in his life, former professional golfer Kazuyoshi Igarashi arrives at Hinoshima Island for a job at its development center. Expecting the island to be a very rural area with nothing much to offer, Kazuyoshi cannot hide his amazement when he discovers a complete golf course made by the island's inhabitants. Using the seaside terrain to their advantage, the people there have adopted golfing as their hobby. To add to his surprise, Kazuyoshi meets a young girl named Tonbo Ooi, who has been playing golf using only a 3-iron—a notoriously difficult-to-use club. As the former pro gets more involved with Tonbo and witnesses her seemingly impossible shots, he begins to see golf in a whole new light, rediscovering how fun the sport can actually be. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 49. The iDOLM@STER Shiny Colors アイドルマスター シャイニーカラーズ [Polygon Pictures] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Idols (Female), Music An ambitious producer who works for 283 Production aims to guide his idol units to fame and victory at the Wonder Idol Nova Grand Prix (WING)—a prestigious competition for rookie idols. Although he is already in charge of multiple units, a fateful encounter with the skilled songstress Mano Sakuragi leads him to create a new promising group: illumination STARS. Now an aspiring idol, Mano pursues her dream with the support of her fellow members Hiori Kazano and Meguru Hachimiya. At the same time, the producer seeks to increase the visibility of his other units, aligning with his true goal of helping them grow as professionals and understand what makes them shine the most. Indeed, only those who know themselves have a chance to become the new rising stars of the industry. Remake or smth. Overall Rating: 5/10 50. Rinkai! リンカイ! [TMS Entertainment] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adult Cast, Racing Sports Women's bicycle racing was born during the post-war period of turmoil. It has been several decades since its short competitive history came to an end after only 15 years. Women's bicycle racing has been revived as the Rinkai League. With the birth of a major star who is active all over the world, many feel unprecedented excitement. Invincible Queen, Ibushi Silver Veteran, an athlete who has reached the pinnacle in other sports. The challengers came with only big dreams in their hearts even though they had no experience in sports. Racing. Overall Rating: 5/10 51. Himitsu no AiPri ひみつのアイプリ [OLM, Dongwoo A&E] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Idols (Female), Music Ever since she was a child, Himari Aozora has adored the world of the idol princesses known as AiPri. Long ago, Himari made a promise with her best friend, Mitsuki Hoshikawa, that they would debut as AiPris together. However, Himari has grown to be incredibly shy, and she has all but given up on her dream. Both girls enroll as first years at Paradise Private Academy. On the first day of school, Himari gets lost on her way back to the dormitory and stumbles upon a room radiating a pink light. She falls into the room, and a bracelet clasps onto her wrist, transporting her to the AiPriVerse—the world where AiPris perform. Himari accidentally enters the newcomer auditions for the AiPriVerse, and her performance impresses Paradise Academy's Student Council. They offer to become her producers, with the condition that she will conceal her status as an AiPri. Little does Himari know that Mitsuki herself is also an AiPri and has been hiding it from her! Their childhood dream of performing together gradually comes to fruition—even as the academy's principal threatens to ban AiPri from school grounds entirely. Franchise continuation. Overall Rating: 5/10 52. Shadowverse Flame: Arc-hen シャドウバースFLAME アーク編 [Zexcs] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Strategy Game Fantasy Third part of Shadowverse Flame. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 53. Code Geass: Dakkan no Rozé Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture コードギアス 奪還のロゼ [Sunrise] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Mecha, Military, Super Power Action, Drama, Sci-Fi After the supposed death of its 99th emperor, the Holy Britannian Empire broke up, and the areas it controlled finally regained their independence. While most joined the United Federation of Nations, a group aiming to create everlasting peace, remnants of the oppressive empire continue to exist. One such faction, Neo-Britannia, has taken over Japan's Hokkaido island after killing its governor, Juugo Sumeragi. The Seven Shining Stars, a resistance group in Hokkaido, finds itself at an impasse as it struggles to find a way to defeat the Neo-Britannian Empire. As a last resort, it enlists the aid of the Nameless Mercenaries: brothers Rozé, a genius strategist; and Ash, an exceptional Knightmare pilot. Though Rozé and Ash are Britannian, they have made a name for themselves by protecting the Japanese and killing the empire's officials. With their help, the resistance may finally be able to recapture its territory and prevent another reign of terror. Remake. Overall Rating: 5/10 54. Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction (ONA) Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction デッドデッドデーモンズデデデデデストラクション [Production +h.] (Finished 18/18) Tags: Seinen School Drama, Sci-Fi When you look up at the sky, what do you see? A blue sky? Freedom? A hopeful future? The people of Tokyo see none of these. Instead, an ominous alien mothership looms overhead, engulfing the city skyscape. Three years ago, they came. The arrival of the "Invaders" sparked the greatest war humanity had ever faced—one that threatened to end the world. The Japanese government scrambled to fight the Invaders. Weapons were mass-produced, sparking controversy and pacifist movements. That day, everything changed. And yet, nothing has changed. Kadode Koyama and Ouran Nakagawa live their final days like they always have: going to school, playing with friends, and doing what any carefree high school girl would do. As they grow up, they come to learn what it truly means to be an adult, in a world where adults seem to be demons who only deceive and destroy. They come to learn the real threat to humanity is not the Invaders, but humanity itself. It's quite picturesque and entertaining just through interactions, but there's nothing going on here, and same filler events rule the floor after showing episode 0 where they say that a lot is bound to happen from flashforward. I decided to watch it in full just because this mindscrew might rival that of Lane experiments by the end of it. And I'm super amazed by shamelessness of authors - there's zero story movement till the end of 8th episode, that's sooo outrageous. And if you think that pace should be getting up due having just half of screen time left... nope, the only difference to usual procrastination is showing same mess from the viewpoint of similarly depressed invaders. And of course it all does not lead to a satisfactory conclusion. A huge waste of time, as for me, with only visuals and style praiseworthy . Overall Rating: 5/10 55. Grimm Kumikyoku The Grimm Variations グリム組曲 [Wit Studio] (Finished 1/6) Tags: Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Suspense Six stories will be developed as an anthology with a new interpretation of Grimm's fairy tales, incorporating dark elements. Netflix is doing usual bs that no one asked for. Overall Rating: 5/10 56. Sand Land: The Series [Sunrise, Anima, Kamikaze Douga] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen Action, Adventure, Fantasy In the far future, war has destroyed the entire Earth, leaving only a barren wasteland where the supply of water is controlled by the greedy king. In search of a long-lost lake, Sheriff Rao asked the king of the demons for help...and got the king's son, Beelzebub, and his assistant, Thief. Together the unlikely trio sets off across the desert, facing dragons, bandits and the deadliest foe of all... the King's army itself! Remake. Overall Rating: 5/10 57. Rising Impact ライジングインパクト [Lay-duce] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Sports A young boy, Gawain, lives in a mountainous, rural area with an incredible love for baseball and making the ball really fly. One day he runs into a visitor to the small area and she introduces him to a sport that can really make a ball take to flight: golf! It just takes one shot and Gawain is hooked. With his grandpa's approval he sets off to Tokyo with this mysterious woman to learn all he can about golf, encountering many colorful characters and obstacles along the way. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 58. Garouden: The Way of the Lone Wolf 餓狼伝: The Way of the Lone Wolf [NAZ] (Finished 1/8) Tags: Martial Arts Action On the run from his troubled past, Juuzou is forced into competing in a deadly underground fighting tournament. Skilled in the respected martial art Takemiya-ryuu, Juuzou must navigate a path filled with formidable foes and his personal demons — all while dealing with a bounty of three million yen on his head and a detective on his trail. Netflix martial arts action was doomed from the start. Overall Rating: 5/10 59. T.P BON T・Pぼん [Bones] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Historical, Time Travel Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi An ordinary high school student named Bon becomes part of a team of time-traveling agents tasked with saving people's lives during historical events that happen across different eras and locations around the globe. Morally old remake of ancient stuff. Overall Rating: 5/10 60. Xiehou Ta de Shaonu Shidai Mom, I'm Sorry 邂逅她的少女时代 [Red Dog Culture House, Studio Goindol] (Finished 4/18) Tags: Drama, Supernatural "Mom, I'm sorry. Please don't die." When Henry realizes death is at his mother's doorstep, he strikes a deal with a lifespan dealer to give years of his own life to his ailing mother. Now, his mother is a 20-year-old college student with a full life ahead of her, and Henry devotes his remaining days to helping her live life to the fullest. But things turn complicated when his friend falls in love with her! I can't care less about this situation and characters, and comedy is too weak. Overall Rating: 6/10 61. Cheng He Titong How Dare You!? 成何体统 [Shengying Animation] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Historical, Isekai Comedy, Romance Yu Wanyin is teleported into a novel about palace struggles. The female protagonist of the novel is also teleported into it. To reverse her fate as a villain, Yu Wanyin chooses to join forces with a tyrant, who also turns out to be a modern man teleported in. Yu Wanyin hopes for the three modern people to put aside the palace struggles and just play cards and eat hotpot together peacefully. However, the female protagonist believes she is the chosen one, and still chooses to go against Yu Wanyin and the male protagonist King Duan's team. Thus, Yu Wanyin has to carry out a series of actions in order to survive and help Xia dynasty prevent the drought crisis... Otome/vilainess or similar stuff. Overall Rating: 5/10 62. Xuwu Bianjing Shadows of the Void 虚无边境 [bilibili] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi Nihility is the world's greatest catastrophe. Humans can only unite their allies against "blessers", monsters from the world of nihility. Shazhou, the continental border, becomes an important line of defense against invaders. A dark force called "Shadow of Blessing" is looking for the power that has been sealed. Dark Island, the leading state of the human alliance, sends White Wolf Yujia to destroy the dark force. But a mysterious girl called Coral from the world of nihility causes a storm in Shazhou. The red thread of fate connects everyone holding the belief of uncovering the historical truth hidden in nihility. The girl is fighting against her fate beyond her belief, and a romantic legend officially begins. CGI action of mecha vs void monsters in void backgrounds. No desire to go on with such a sad state of things. Overall Rating: 5/10 63. Fanpai Chushihua Villain Initialization 反派初始化 [bilibili] (Finished 1/16) Tags: School, Super Power Action, Sci-Fi The super villain Ling Chen (alias Penrose) accidentally traveled back to 2030 during a fierce battle with his arch-enemy superhero Ye Mu. At this time, he was not the feared Penrose, but an ordinary high school student Ling Chen. Before unfortunate events could happen again, Ling Chen decided to do his best to protect the people around him and prevent the tragedy from happening again! I don't understand unrealistic heroic superheroes appeal. Overall Rating: 5/10 64. Shen Zhiyi Jiao Super Xiang 神之一脚 [-] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Team Sports This is a story about Pin Xiang, a senior high school student born with potential and good at insignificant skills, and how he strives to become a super soccer hero. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 65. Hui Ming: Fenghuo San Yue Back to the Great Ming 回铭之烽火三月 [Wonder Cat Animation] (Finished 2/16) Tags: Historical, Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy Zheng Shaopeng, a high school student, dozed off during a history lesson. When he awoke, he discovered that he had changed into the impoverished scholar Yang Lin and had traveled to the Danzhu Dynasty in the history textbook. Initially, Yang Lin struggled to adjust to life in the past, but when he applied contemporary ideas to create a few modest innovations, he won the villagers' affection and eventually discovered a feeling of identity of his own. Yang Lin lived through a time of both internal and exterior unrest, experiencing battles and seeing the agony of the populace. By relying on his knowledge and abilities to acquire access to the court, he eventually oversaw the Danzhu Dynasty's efforts to combat internal corruption and repel formidable adversaries. Isekai into wuxia like world with aim of improving life around instead having normal storry does not sound enticing to me. Only slightly better than fantasy SOL. Overall Rating: 6/10 66. Fengyun Bian Nirvana of Storm Rider 风云变 [BlueArc Animation Studios] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Fantasy It tells the story of the top warriors Bu Jingyun and Nie Feng. In order to cope with a catastrophe that was about to sweep the entire world, they transformed into quantum states with the help of unknown seniors and mysterious extraterrestrial visitors, and their whereabouts are unknown. Three thousand years later, an asteroid hit the earth, turning the surface into a barbaric wasteland. Human beings trapped underground gradually discovered that there is a super power known as "pulse energy" in the human body. Bu Tianyun, an orphan from Dungeon 32, accidentally awakened Bu Jingyun who was sleeping in the meteorite. From then on, he discovered the "pulse energy" potential in his body, and together with Nie Feng's successor Nie Zifeng, embarked on the journey to become " The journey of training as a "pulse warrior" and fighting to protect the world. Only one episode translated. Gene superpowers sci-fi action journey is not what I deem worthy. Overall Rating: 5/10 67. Jintian de Wancan Jiushi Ni Mythical Creatures Are My Dinners 今天的晚餐就是你 [-] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy, Gourmet Food is the best thing in the world. It can let someone feel indescribably wonderful. The genius Mo Bai once thought that he stood at the peak of the culinary world. However, since his encounter with that person... it opened up a door to a whole new world for him! Gourmet. Overall Rating: 5/10 68. Xiaobing Chuanqi Legend of Soldier 小兵传奇 [Motion Magic] (Finished 1/26) Tags: Action, Sci-Fi He has always been ambitious, hoping to become the Army Marshal that united the universe. In his mind, in order to become the Army Marshal, he first need to become General, and way before that, a soldier. A journey of hero, an average looking young man, recently graduated from his high school accidentally enlisted in a division that, technically no longer exists. His journey began with torture, but a good torture by his instructors. He always had a dream of becoming an Army Marshal that united the humanity in the universe, and his instructors laid the foundation for him, using an unorthodox teaching methods. The first step, or the first hurdle for him was to survive his basic training in a boot camp, withstanding the good-willed tortured of his instructor. He did survive, he graduated successfully, and the sky's limit for him. Just sci-fi fighting action in rather rbeautiful CGI for those who can settle with just that. Overall Rating: 5/10 69. Tianting Ban Zhuan Xia 天庭板砖侠 [-] (Finished 1/18) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Li Ji, a cold and arrogant genius student in the Department of Architecture, was kidnapped by a creature from another world, Dark Qilin, and taken to a secret realm called Po Nian Space. The secret realm contained the ruins of an ancient heaven. Dark Qilin told him that he had to pass through if he wanted to go back. The test of heaven, and this test is to rebuild heaven... Parody on isekai wuxia. Overall Rating: 5/10 70. Jin Can Wangshi The Golden Wug 金蚕往事 [-] (Finished 2/24) Tags: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense Adapted from the phenomenal suspense and strange story novel "Miaojiang Gu Shi" by Namo Jiasha. Lu Zuo, an ordinary young man who originally worked in a shop in Dongguan, accidentally obtained the powerful power of the golden silkworm from his grandmother when he returned to his hometown to visit his relatives. However, conspiracies and struggles surrounding the golden silkworm came one after another. How should Lu Zuo, who was involved in the disputes, deal with it? Most Chinese concepts still come to fighting with super abilities in wuxia-like world... Overall Rating: 5/10 71. Sanguo Sha: Taiping Tianshu 三国杀：太平天书 [Foch Film] (Finished 4/12) Tags: Video Game Action The Grand Prize Challenge was born, and the talented player Guo Xiaoye, who had been suspended for two years due to a frame-up, once again challenged the top. In order to prove that he has regained his original intention, he and his natural general Guo Jia passed the test, but discovered a shocking conspiracy during the game - the damage in the game can actually be transmitted to real players! It indeed feels a lot like King's Avatar later pvp seasons, but I seriously dislike card roguelites and random luck mechanics. And if first battle seemed to have some strategy, second felt a lot worse and luck-dependent. Overall Rating: 6/10 72. Look Back ルックバック [Studio DURIAN] (Finished 1/1) Tags: Shounen Drama Fourth-grader Ayumu Fujino regularly draws four-panel manga for her school newspaper and is lauded as having the best artwork in her class. One day, she is asked by her teacher to turn over one of her manga slots in the school newspaper to a truant student named Kyomoto. When Kyomoto's manga pops up alongside Fujino's, it receives high praises for its detailed artwork, making Fujino furiously jealous. Refusing to be beaten by someone who barely attends school, Fujino devotes herself to learning to create manga. As time goes on though, her goal of outshining Kyomoto seems to only get further and further away, and Fujino, now in sixth grade, eventually gives up and quits making manga. Graduation day arrives, and Fujino is asked to deliver Kyomoto's graduation certificate to her. Through chance, the two end up coming face to face, and their unexpected meeting will end up having consequences far beyond what either of them could ever predict. My view is not clouded as I've no intention to learn who this Fujmoto is. I'm rating the work, and it's what if parallel universe trash variation. Overall Rating: 5/10 73. Suki demo Kirai na Amanojaku My Oni Girl 好きでも嫌いなあまのじゃく [Studio Colorido] (Finished 1/1) Tags: Supernatural Suki demo Kirai na Amanojaku tells the story of Hiiragi Yatsuse, a first-year high school student who struggles to make friends despite his efforts to please others. His life takes an unexpected turn when one summer day, he meets Tsumugi, an oni (demon) girl on a quest to find her mother in the human world. Snow mysteriously begins to fall... and their adventure begins. Another empty work that only wants to make some kind of "emotional impact" whatever that could be with just characters and unusual concept. Overall Rating: 5/10 74. Trapezium トラペジウム [CloverWorks] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Idols (Female) The novel depicts the 10 years of a girl who aims to be an idol. Yuu Azuma, a high school girl, aims to be an idol. To achieve her dream, she sets four rules for herself: she will not be active on social media, she will not have a boyfriend, she will not stand out in school, and she will make friends with beautiful girls from the north, south, east, and west. Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 75. Suu-funkan no Yell wo 数分間のエールを [Hurray!, 100studio] (Finished 1/1) Tags: Music Kanata Asaya, a high school boy who is immersed in making music videos, is deeply moved by a street performance one day. He strongly wishes to create a music video for the song. However, the person singing was Yuu Orie, a female teacher who had given up on pursuing a career in music. So movie is about making a clip... and that's it. The leftover hour is just water around it, so evaluation depends on whether you are eager to endure all those talks and hesitations for some kind of emotional impact. Overall Rating: 6/10 76. Yumiui Sepodeul Yumi's Cells The Movie 유미의 세포들 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Comedy, Drama, Romance - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 77. Gujeyeogeseo Sala Dolaon Dwaeji Pig That Survived Foot-and-Mouth Disease 구제역에서 살아 돌아온 돼지 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Anthropomorphic Drama - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 78. Huanying Lai Dao Duo Li Zhi Jia Madame: Welcome to Dolly's House 歡迎來到朵莉之家 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Adventure, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 79. Gangtie Zhi Cheng 钢铁之城 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Sci-Fi - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10

Takeda Shingen (1988) made a great impression on me while Tokugawa Ieyasu (1983) felt like a firm masterpiece that filled quite some blanks for me. I think I'll just rate everything not translated as 6 for convenience purposes and inability to evaluate, won't comment on those for the same reason except first few when I tried to squeeze smth. 1. Fujin no Mon (1980) [風神の門] (Finished 23/23) Tags: Jidaigeki renzoku It has been twelve years since the Battle of Sekigahara. The Toyotomi family was sealed in Osaka Castle with a huge amount of gold by Tokugawa Ieyasu. The calm before the storm, there were behind-the-scenes secret spying activities between the Tokugawa and Toyotomi. At that time, Iga Ninja leader, Kirigakure Saizo, was attacked by someone by mistake. The vortex of the times captures those that began to seek the truth. A group of Koga led by Sarutobi Sasuke pledges loyalty to Sanada Yukimura. Saizo puts his life on the line in a ninjutsu battle with the legendary Fuma (Kotaro) Clan who freely use mysterious techniques. Eventually, these actions lead to the demise of the Warring States period. Taiga about... some ninja spies? I got caught into my own trap to watch translated NHK jidaigeki fully, but at least it's a short one. So it's increadibly boring and melancholic story about last days of ninja. Don't see any value in it tbh as even characters are simple and rather bland. Overall Rating: 5/10 2. Hattori Hanzo: Kage no Gundan (1980) [服部半蔵 影の軍団 （はっとりはんぞう かげのぐんだん）] (Finished 1/119) Tags: Action, Historical In the year 1651, 11 year-old Tokugawa Ietsuna is installed as the fourth Shogun of the Tokugawa Era, sparking the enmity of various clans and officials who continually plot to gain more power. Fearing the potential for civil war and instability in the land, the Hattori Family of ninja is called upon to resume their traditional role as protectors of the Shogun. Hailing from the powerful Iga Clan of Ninja, and led by the skilled Hattori Hanzo, they masquerade as ordinary citizens during the day. But at night, they emerge as Kage no Gundan, the secret Shadow Army of the Shogun. Another episodic drama of justice warriors, and even worse, with ninja. Overall Rating: 5/10 3. Shishi no Jidai (1980) [獅子の時代 （ししのじだい）] (Finished 1/51) Tags: Taiga drama, renzoku drama The story follows Hiranuma Senji, a low-ranking samurai of the Aizu clan , and Kariya Yoshiaki, a local samurai of the Satsuma clan , as they live out their lives from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji era, with Yoshiaki on the winner's side of the Meiji Restoration and Senji on the loser's side . Not translated. Not that I find lives of lowly samurai during Meiji restoration interesting, anyway. Still, good to know there is a Taiga literally about ordinary people during totally peaceful time. Overall Rating: 6/10 4. The Bund (1980) [上海滩] (Finished 1/65) Tags: Period, drama "Shanghai Beach Fighting" is a drama that reflects the intrigues among Shanghai tycoons to consolidate their power. They plunder and even take each other's lives. In this struggle, many innocent people are sacrificed. After graduating from university MC is not accepted into one tycoon, so he joins another one and grows in power there facing constant competition. Not translated unless can count machine translated subs that aren't really great. Solid gangster series with the breath of time, just not my preferred genre and no good translation to go on. Overall Rating: 6/10 5. The Brothers (1980) [親情] (Finished 1/70) Tags: Romance, Drama The play tells the story of Shi Qitai and his wife Su Ruifang who were separated due to the war. Shi Qitai, who thought his wife had died because of the war, married Rong Guobi who gave birth to a son, Shi Yongxi. However, by chance, Shi Qitai and Su Ruifang met again, and their old relationship rekindled, and they gave birth to a son, Shi Hui. This is a story about the intersection of the fates of two half-brothers Not translated. This melodrama from Hong Kong is of rather low quality and for domestic audience, so it's rather useless to try to discuss it. Overall Rating: 6/10 6. Dance of Breaking Sky (1980) [파천무] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Historical Drama about Sejo's ousting and murder of King Danjong. ~~ Was canceled early as the story too closely resembled contemporary politics at the time Not translated, so hard to discuss content, but I'm surprised that quality is quite good, maybe only slightly worse that Japanese dorama of same ancient times like Heian and earlier. Overall Rating: 6/10 7. Young's Female Warrior (1981) [杨门女将] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Historical, action "The Heroines of the Yang Family" tells the story of how Mu Guiying leads the female generals of the Yang Clan to fight the enemy. The King of Western Xia sends the eldest prince and five princesses to invade the Chinese border. They develop a complicated relationship with the members of the Yang Clan. How will the Yang Clan resist the invasion of Western Xia and maintain the peace of the country? Not translated. Basically, Taiwanese ancient history wuxia with characters only loosely referenced in some scripture. And it's done with rather low budget and at least partially in parody mood, so really hard to appreciate. Overall Rating: 6/10 8. Onna Taikoki (1981) [おんな太閤記] (Finished 2/50) Tags: Jidaigeki Series depicts the period from the Sengoku period to the early Edo period ( the Battle of Osaka ) from the perspective of Hideyoshi Toyotomi 's wife, Nene ( Kita no Mandokoro ). Not translated. Wife's perspective is unusual, though not particularly interesting. From what I see the beginning has a lot of chores, gossipping and receiving guests, but it should bet more exciting the further it goes. Overall Rating: 6/10 9. The Lonely Hunter (1981) [過客] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Action, Thriller, Crime Lee Tong (Felix Wong) grew up with only one intent in mind: revenge. After his gangster father died in the hands of friends Fang and Fong, Tong was raised by his father's henchman, trained to be a lone assassin. Coming of age, he finally sets his plan into action and kills an underworld boss. Timid driver Au-yeung Gong (Michael Miu) unwittingly witnesses the crime but is too scared to rat out Lee, leading to an unexpected friendship. Gong ends up helping Tong enter the organization, laying the path for Tong's revenge. As time passes, Tong's cold and lonely front begins to fade as he experiences life, love, and friendship for the time, but Gong is slowly transformed from a naive youth to a cold-blooded killer. Not translated. A lot better quality compared to the Bund, but I would not want to watch revenge gangster story even if it was translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 10. In Love and War (1981) [烽火飛花] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Action, Thriller, Crime The background of the story is a love story that took place in a normal school in China that had just fallen to the Japanese during the eight-year Anti-Japanese War . The play is intertwined with the national mission and personal love of young people in the great era. Not translated. It's quite bold to tackle this delicate period and even depic bombings, but it does not feel all that interesting. Overall Rating: 6/10 11. Sorekara no Musashi (1981) [それからの武蔵] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Action, Thriller, Crime Based on the novel " Musashi from Then " by Katsuyoshi Koyama , the story depicts Miyamoto Musashi from the duel on Ganryu Island until his death . Not translated, which is sad, but it's far from the last time when life of this most famous Japanese swordsman is show, so maybe better luck next time. Overall Rating: 6/10 12. Kita no Kuni Kara (1981) [北の国から] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Life, Drama, Melodrama Set in the town of Furano in Hokkaido, Kita no Kuni Kara centers around the story of the Kuroita family. Narrated by the son, Jun, the tale follows the lives of two children torn between their parents and their parents' divorce. Jun, and his sister Hotaru, grow and mature in the harsh climates of Hokkaido, and learn the ways of life through their interaction with the folk of Furano. Good slow meditative rural SOL with totally believable characters, but I'm alien to such rural romance. Should be good for tough life situations as characters have it really tough, but start to enjoy their life even in these circumstances eventually. It's also pretty cool that narration is done not from the viewpoint of open-minded sister, but as brother who criticizes everything, so it's easy to empathize with him. Overall Rating: 6/10 13. Bandits From Canton (1981) [珠海梟雄 珠海枭雄] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Drama The story is based on the Pearl River area, the two great heroes -- Yang Qiuping and Pu Si with the hexagonal love affair between them. In the 1930s, the Pearl River Delta, the local tyrants and bullies ruled the roost. Among the many forces, the force of Dali Pu Si is the most powerful and dominates one side. However, although this hero is a rough man, he has the pride and deep emotion of righteousness. Because he possessed this characteristic, coupled with the circumstances of the era at that time, Pu Sisui had various frictions with the courageous college student Yang Qiuping in many ways, and even confronted him directly. Not translated. Just action series with northing really special except time period. Overall Rating: 6/10 14. No One Is Innocent (1981) [Jok gor juk/逐個捉] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Comedy, Mystery Zhuangzhi Ren (Shi Jian) is a handsome Hong Kong film industry tycoon, who has just returned from traveling abroad, after he personally supervised the production of a new movie. Sexy actress Ha Lamlam (Carol 'Do Do' Cheng), new martial arts film actor Muscle (Ka Wah Lam), entertainment reporter Monatan (Shui-Fan Fung), female director Ni Jinhua (Dengbi Yun) and Red White Hibiscus (Louise Lee) learned and of this, and hoping to find a benefit in Zhuangzhi Ren, they have requested to meet. On Zhuangzhi's attorney's arrangements, everyone is invited to the villa resort located on the outlying islands. The private detective's investigation into the landlady for payment of wages to Zhuangzhi Ren, also comes up. Monatan suspects Zhuangzhi Ren of seducing his wife, so he brings along a variety of special instruments of death, ready to kill Zhuangzhi Ren in the villa, to clear off his wife's hate. Unexpectedly, after everyone reaches the villa, they find a large house which from time to time is heard bursts of strange sounds, but even more bizarre is the sudden disappearance of the village, which with everyone on the island already divided into factions, grow more suspicious, and panic. Not translated. Despite my disfavor of closed space competition among a dozen of persons, this one looks pretty funny and cringy. But without understanding a single word it's useless to go on. Overall Rating: 6/10 15. The Legend Continues (1981) [好小子] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Drama In the early years of the Republic of China, the great powers ran rampant. In order to save the country and fight against Japan, the patriots Chen Gongzhe, Lu Yuting and Yao Zhanbai found Huo Dongge to revitalize the Jingwumen and carry forward Huo Yuanjia's patriotic chivalry spirit. Not translated. Weird fighting action. Overall Rating: 6/10 16. Hiatari Ryoko! (1982) 陽あたり良好! [NTV] (Finished 1/19) Tags: Comedy, Romance Characters aim to play in Koshien as a baseball team. Not translated. Never knew it was about baseball when played visual novel. Got warm innocent feeling about it. Overall Rating: 6/10 17. Sailor Fuku to Kikanju (1982) [セーラー服と機関銃] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Crime, Youth The drama depicts an ordinary high school student growing up by becoming a yakuza head. It tries to attract by concept of contrast alone alongside great actor play, as usual, but that's a common thing for Jdorama. What shocked me indeed was that high school got drunk after drinking real alcohol knowing it was alcohol - never saw such rules transgression in Japanese media before. Overall Rating: 5/10 18. Love and Passion (1982) [万水千山总是情] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Period, romance The play is set in China’s 1930s period of national salvation and tells the story of the love between the wealthy Ruan Tingshen and Zhuang Mengdie. Not translated. Typical early Hong Kong historical romance drama with all the same actors and even similar decorations. Nothing I'd want to watch even with subs. Overall Rating: 6/10 19. In Love and Fire (1982) [烽火情仇] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Drama The play tells the story of Qi Tiansheng, an orphan who was bullied by his fellow villagers. He left his hometown to make a living in Shanghai in the early Republic of China. He started from the bottom, endured hardships and became part of the underworld tycoon generation. Not translated. Another typical representative of Hong Kong drama, but this time of criminal action drama, pretty low quality one. Overall Rating: 6/10 20. The Radio Tycoon (1983) [播音人] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Comedy Wai Yip-coeng (Chow Yun-fat) returned from the United Kingdom to Hong Kong as a lawyer. Instead of pursuing the law profession like his family wants, he got a job as a radio DJ at a local HK radio station. Lui Hei (Michael Miu), the young and inexperienced young friend of Wai tries to get a job at the station. He soon falls in love with Au Joek-zi (Angie Chiu) who seems to be only paying attention to Wai. He now wants a job more than ever at the station, but many guys were also interested in her. The story revolves around the rather gossipy late-1970s radio station life and work. The story also feature a few sub plots. Not translated. Workplace environment SOL is always welcome, but compared to Jdrama this is too mundane and commonplace. Overall Rating: 6/10 21. Tokugawa Ieyasu (1983) [徳川家康] (Finished 50/50) Tags: Historical, Drama The 21st NHK Taiga Drama is Tokugawa Ieyasu. Takeda Shingen was probably my first Taiga and had a great impression on me, so I'm regarding it as a genius and have to compare other works with it for now even though Takeda comes a bit later. Tokugawa uses similar structure as first episodes are devoted to father, but squabbles over one castle over and over can't really compare to Shingen's father legacy of decades of conquering. And Tokugawa life lacks battles and is full of moderation, patience and concessions. So a lot of time is devoted to actual rulers, rumors, family matters, intrigues. Moreover, last ten episodes after Sekigahara battle are rather sour. And it lacks really witty strategies or inventiveness to acquire a score of nine from me. So firm masterpiece it is, but don't get me wrong - I enjoyed it a lot as it covered a lot of blank spots in Ieyasu biography that I was missing. Overall Rating: 8/10 22. Tsumiki Kuzushi (1983) [積木くずし] (Finished 1/7) Tags: Life, Family ~~Adapted from a Takanobu Hozumi's (穂積隆信) memoirs. It is a story about the 200 days of conflict with his own daughter, Yukari Hozumi, who suddenly became a delinquent one day. Not translated. Tough times, many hardships, delinquent daughter Watching this conflict to unfold is not particularly interesting. Overall Rating: 6/10 23. Fuzoroi no Ringotachi (1983) [ふぞろいの林檎たち] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Comedy, Drama Set in a fictional fourth-rate university, the story follows young people trying to overcome the dark shadow their academic background casts on their love lives and career paths. At the time of its broadcast, there was a growing concern that university students were turning away from television , so the idea was to make the reality of university life the theme of the show. It was created against the backdrop of discrimination based on academic background, which had become a social issue as universities became more popular in the 1980s . From Part II onwards, the focus has shifted to the development of individual characters. Not translated. It's based on a weak concept to present lively romantic college life instead of something serious, so hectic result is obvious. Overall Rating: 6/10 24. Stewardess Monogatari (1983) [スチュワーデス物語] (Finished 1/22) Tags: Drama Training center for the cabin attendant of JAL is the stage for this drama. The heroine of this drama, Matsumoto Chiaki (Chiemi Hori) is one of the trainees in 478th class. She lives in the company dormitory by the name of [KURENAI-RYOU] with her classmates and aims to be a flight attendant and struggles with training with her friends and rivals. Not translated. Just female college SOL with some additional phisical or thematic excercises and very expected development. Overall Rating: 6/10 25. Ao ga Chiru (1983) [青が散る] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Romance, Life, Youth Follows the lives of members of a tennis club at a college near Tokyo. Based on the popular novel of the same name by Miyamoto Teru, this drama marked the debut of Ishiguro Ken. Not translated. Only couple episodes in poor VHS quality found. It's exactly tennis, curriculum activities and romance. Overall Rating: 6/10 26. Sandwiches (1983) [夾心人] (Finished 1/20) Tags: Romance, Drama The play tells the story of Jiang Junzheng who is emotionally close to Dong Peiwen, but discovers that she leaked company secrets. Peiwen is in trouble because her boyfriend abandoned her. Junzheng sympathizes with her and supports her, and they start their relationship again. Not translated. Old Hong Kong series feel especially boring and melodramatic in bad sense. Overall Rating: 6/10 27. Young Dowager (1983) [少女慈禧] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Historical, Romance, Drama Story of how Yehenala Yulan became the legendary Empress Ci Xi. Not translated. Old Hong Kong history series are put more effort to, but can't compare even with the weakest Japanese counterparts. And constant silly comedy martial art fights actually make it wuxia that's not marked properly. Will take out such disguised wuxia further on. Overall Rating: 6/10 28. Stars In My Mind (1983) [星星知我心] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Drama, Family The play tells the story of Gu Qiuxia's husband who died unexpectedly, leaving behind five young children. When life was in trouble, Gu Qiuxia was diagnosed with a terminal illness. So she reluctantly gave her five children up for adoption. Although her heart was broken, she remained strong and calm. The five children were sent to families of different social classes, and many touching stories happened during their time. For a time, the growth and fate of Gu Qiuxia and her five children became the focus of attention of the entire society. Not translated. Taiwanese tearjerket with kids. Hardly anything special about it. Overall Rating: 6/10 29. Fukei-san wa Majo (1983) [婦警さんは魔女] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Crime Tatsumi Sumire is a policewoman with the gift of magic. She is half-human, half-witch. She helps her detective brother who is in a pinch by putting spells on the criminals. But disaster hits Sumire every time she uses magic spells on human beings... Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 30. Oregon Kara Ai (1984) [オレゴンから愛] (Finished 2/13) Tags: Drama, Family This drama was filmed on location in the beautiful surroundings of the state of Oregon, US. It poignantly deals with the difficulties faced by Akira, a nine-year-old Japanese boy who is sent to live in America with his aunt and her family after his parents die in a traffic accident in Tokyo. Making the adjustment is not easy at first, but as the story unfolds, Akira courageously learns to face the challenges of his new life, strongly supported by the love of his new family and the kindness of their neighbors. The series is sure to warm the hearts of viewers of all ages. It uses a very familiar concept of Kita no Kuni Kara as narration is done by a boy who hates this countryside with lots of manual labor after life in Tokyo, so he seeks refuge with animals and gradually gets accustomed. Good slow stuff if feeling sentimental since atmosphere is cozy, but I generally need a more substantial concept to enjoy. Overall Rating: 6/10 31. Once Upon an Ordinary Girl (1984) [儂本多情] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Historical, Romance Mok Siu Nong is a student from mainland China who studies in Hong Kong. Having lost her parents during the war, she relies financially on her aunt Tong Ying. She soon meets James, and between the two, a love-hate relationship starts developing. Not translated. Quality slowly improves for drama from Hong Kong, but it's still same actors every time let alone simplistic concept. Overall Rating: 6/10 32. Eleven Women (1984) [十一个女人] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Drama The eleven unit dramas of "Eleven Women" are: Ke Yizheng's "Happy Single Girl" and "Last Summer", Yang Dechang's "Floating Duckweed", Zhang Aijia's "My Own Sky", Li Long's "Releasing Emotions" and "Little Leaves", Song Cunshou's "Dongxian Ge", Liu Lili's "Agui", Zhang Yichen's "Idle Dream", Fu Wei De's "Go with the Flow" and Dong Jinhu's "Painted Face". Not translated. Not into omnibus collections. Just stories with some woman in the center, really. Overall Rating: 6/10 33. Sanga Moyu (1984) [山河燃ゆ] (Finished 1/51) Tags: Historical, Drama The three Amaba brothers are second-generation Japanese Americans, whose allegiances are torn by the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Determined to show his loyalty to his adopted country, Isamu volunteers for the U.S. Army and is shipped off to fight in Europe. A second brother, studying in Japan at the outbreak of hostilities, is conscripted to fight against the Americans as a Japanese soldier. The third brother Kenji avoids conflict by enlisting as a military interpreter, in which capacity he witnesses the war crimes trials that followed Japan's defeat. He is led to question the nature of homeland and patriotism and was inspired to do something to help Japan regain its lost honor. In a departure for NHK's taiga period drama series, Sanga Moyu turned away from Japan's distant past to tackle controversially recent events. Adapting Toyoko Yamazaki's novel "Futatsu no Sokoku" (Two Homelands), the show led to significant embarrassment for its commissioning channel, as Americans of Japanese descent resented the implication that their loyalties were divided between the U.S. and a country many of them had never seen, while the older generation of Japanese viewers reacted unfavorably to a chronicle of Japan's wartime activities. Though the TV adaptation was something of a ratings disaster, Yamazaki's novel was inspired by the true story of Akira Itami, the chief language monitor at the war crimes trial, himself a second-generation Japanese American, who eventually committed suicide in 1950. Not translated even though there is enough of English speech. A very surprising choice of period, so no wonder it's recepted coldly. There's almost no action, so without translation of dialogues hardly watchable. Overall Rating: 6/10 34. Ten Brothers (1985) [十兄弟] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Supernatural The story is based on a couple who gave birth to the ten brothers. The brothers later would discover they have supernatural abilities. Not translated. Stage is early years of the Republic of China or beginning of XXth century, when warlords were fighting for power and people were living in poverty. It's not particularly interesting how brothers use their powers to help villagers. Overall Rating: 6/10 35. Sanada Taiheiki (1985) [真田太平記] (Finished 45/45) Tags: Historical, Drama The drama tells the story of the Sanada family. Originally serving the Takeda Clan they ruled the northern district of Shinano. The story begins right after the death of Takeda Shingen, continues through the rise of Tokugawa Ieyasu who founded the Tokugawa shogunate and covers roughly the period 1580-1610. ~~ Adapted from the novel "Sanada Taiheiki" (真田太平記) by Ikenami Shotaro. Happened to have watched much newer Sanada Maru which impressed me a lot (though not for a Perfect masterpiece), so my evaluation can be clouded by it. This version is rather dim and without really starry memorable cast apart from Genji. Sanada Maru is better in everything if interested in Sanada story, and even other events are shown worse in comparison to other works. Time devoted to ninja seems to be wasted to me, and narration feels rather sparse in comparison to Sanada Maru. Plus, available quality is worse than usual and last episode is suddenly without subs. Don't want to recommend it, so can't rate high. Overall Rating: 6/10 36. Star Tanjou (1985) [スタア誕生] (Finished 1/28) Tags: Romance, Youth Kawada Junko is a second-year high school student and a member of her school's drama club. Her dream is to become an actress. Her setback? She has suffered from a congenital heart defect since birth. Then one day, a suspicious man claiming to be Junko's father shows up at the Kawada home in Kiso, Nagano. How will this affect Junko and her dream? Not translated. Feels like normal family and youth drama with vibes similar to Sailor Fuku to Kikanju as similarly young girl has to face countless challenges. Totally within expectation range. Overall Rating: 6/10 37. Four Generations Living Together (1985) [四世同堂] (Finished 1/28) Tags: Historical, Drama The life of Chinese people during the Japanese Occupation. ~~ Adapted from the novel "Four Generations Under One Roof" (四世同堂) by Lao She Not translated. Feels pretty boring, but it's one of the earlies series from mainland China, so probably has historical value. Overall Rating: 6/10 38. Natsu, Taiken Monogatari (1985) [夏・体験物語] (Finished 3/6) Tags: Comedy, Life, Youth Four high school girls from troubled homes are living in a high school dormitory and decide to go on a summer vacation trip with some of their teachers. In part, the girls want to meet boys and possibly have their first "personal experience". Early example of ecchi, and even partially translated. It's a bit unexpected to see lecherous teacher and girls unanimously willing to have first personal experience, but otherwise it's not that far from American Pie in mood. Overall Rating: 5/10 39. Kinjirareta Mariko (1985) 禁じられたマリコ [禁じられたマリコ] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Drama, Sci-Fi Mariko, a girl possessing psychic and psychokinesis powers, is struggling against various personal challenges and setbacks while attempting to deal with her birth father's criminal past. Not translated. In poor quality. And being centered on esper stuff hardly interesting. Overall Rating: 6/10 40. Yanusu no Kagami (1985) [ヤヌスの鏡] (Finished 12/18) Tags: Comedy, Youth, Drama The series is about a girl suffering from multiple personality disorder. Girl can be either shy or bully-like, so it's mostly about delinquents as a result, similar to 3-nen gumi. Not particularly interesting for me even compared to 3-nen gumi. Overall Rating: 5/10 41. Maido Osawagase Shimasu 2 (1985) [毎度おさわがせします] (Finished 2/16) Tags: Comedy, Life, Drama A sex education drama that depicts the interaction with the adults who are holding their heads in a slightly naughty by a trio of junior high school students who are curious about "sex". In the housing apartments in Tama New Town, Tokyo, Osawa Shuichi and his wife Asako, Mori Shunsaku and his wife Maki, and Sanokura Kazuhiko and his wife, Masayo and others live there. One day, when Shuichi and Asako returned, there was a noise from the room of his son Toru, and when they opened the door, Toru and Nodoka, the eldest daughter of the Osawa family, were hugging each other in the bed. In front of her parents, Nodoka says she showed her naked body in gratitude for the teaching of his homework. This caused the Osawa and Mori families to make a fuss. A few days later, Osawa Toru, Mori Yusuke, and Sanokura Ryota, a group of three junior high school friends, hearing the annoying voice of a woman from a car parked on the road. Looking into the car, they saw Ryota's father, Kazuhiko! Adults who are worried about the naughty caused one after another by a group of three junior high school students who are curious about sexuality in their first year of junior high school. Not translated. Another ecchi, and this time less lighthearted than Natsu, Taiken Monogatari - more about problems of youth than of adventures and with more serious dialogues. Overall Rating: 5/10 42. The Fourth Generation (1985) [第四代] (Finished 1/60) Tags: Drama The fourth generation is a new generation in Hong Kong. They grew up in a competitive environment and experienced the turmoils of the times. Therefore, they have become more practical and more enthusiastic about pursuing fame, wealth and love. No matter whether they succeed or fail in the end, they will never complain or regret anything. Not translated and done with a pretty low quality. Also eclectic rather than story focused, so can't say I care about it. Overall Rating: 6/10 43. Rise of the Great Wall (1986) [秦始皇] (Finished 1/63) Tags: Historical The series follows the life of Ying Zheng, the ruler of the Qin state in the Warring States period, who eventually unified China, established the Qin dynasty, and became the First Emperor of a unified China. The series also includes a subplot about Jing Ke, an assassin who attempted to take the emperor's life. Not translated. Can't take Hong Kong historical series seriously if it becomes funny caricatoorish swinging firsts very soon. I'll be blocking such titles with silly martial fights as wuxia. Surprisingly, there's no such thing in here. Still can't say I'm interested in all these constant palace talks and occasional intrigues. Overall Rating: 6/10 44. Inochi (1986) [いのち] (Finished 1/50) Tags: Historical, Drama, Medical The drama begins in August 1945, three days after the end of the Pacific war. A freight train completely jam-packed with passengers heads for Aomori from devastated Tokyo. On the train is Takahara Miki and her sister Sachi. Miki and Sachi are the daughters of a wealthy landlord living in a village in the Tsugaru area in Aomori prefecture, but they have been living in Tokyo since before the war to attend school. After seeing her village does not have a doctor, Miki is determined to become a rural doctor. Not translated, probably because life of orinary people just after WWII is hardly something interesting. Overall Rating: 6/10 45. Yang Kui Fei Chuan Chi (1986) [楊貴妃傳奇] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Historical, Romance, Drama During the Kaiyuan period of the Tang Dynasty , Yang Yuhuan, the daughter of Yang Xuanyan , a scholar from Henan Prefecture, who joined the army , was elected to the palace and became the concubine of the longevity king Li Hao . Yang Xuanyan was also promoted by the imperial court to be a doctor of eunuchs in the Imperial Academy . Later, Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty Li Longji took a fancy to Yang Yuhuan and ordered Yang Yuhuan to enter Yuzhen Taoist Temple as a female Taoist priest , which was actually a cover-up. Soon, Yang Yuhuan officially entered the palace and was canonized as a noble concubine, becoming one of Li Longji's favorite concubines. Yang Yuhuan was born a woman without scheming, and she also had talents in singing and dancing. She was very different from other concubines in the palace who were vying for power, which restored the vitality of youth to the elderly Li Longji. Not translated. Suprised by the absence of martial arts. Not really interested in ancient legendary periods where only 1% is known and the rest is imagined. Overall Rating: 6/10 46. Musashibo Benkei (1986) [武蔵坊弁慶] (Finished 32/32) Tags: Historical The play depicts the life of Musashibo Benkei, from his exile from Mount Hiei in his late teens and his entrance into Shoshazan Engyo - ji Temple, to his final moments at Kinugawa . Benkei is and important symbol of Yoshitsune story. And, again, my vision is already clouded by watching later masterpiece dorama about Yoshitsune beforehand. There's not much to tell about Benkei, so there are only 32 episodes, a lot of it is pretty boring and just time wasting. Overall Rating: 5/10 47. The Feud of Two Brothers (1986) [流氓大亨] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Romance, Drama The play tells the story of Fang Jinchang, who was born in a poor family and became an inspector through his hard work. He is about to marry. However, he has a despicable and vicious biological brother, Zhong Weishun. Zhong Weishun was separated from Fang Jinchang when he was a child and was adopted by his wealthy stepfather. For his own benefit, he murdered his biological father and used the power of his family to cause his brother to be dismissed and get engaged. Later, with the help of Song Chuqiao, Fang Jinchang took revenge on his biological brother. Not translated. Normal Hong Kong criminal low quality melodrama. Overall Rating: 6/10 48. Oyako Game (1986) [親子ゲーム] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Drama, Family The story is about a timid boy who is abandoned by his parents. He is taken in by a ramen shop owners, former members of a motorcycle gang. The elderly police officer who acts as a guardian for this pseudo-family does not get along with the family. The story depicts the process by which boys, young men and elderly people who have been "outcasts" by their families and society at large live together, despite not being related by blood, and form a close family-like relationship, opening up to each other despite their quarrels. Not translated and of poor quality available. So it's a difficult youth in a difficult family, thus it's full of conflicts and hardly enticing as a result. Overall Rating: 6/10 49. Tokugawa Fuunroku (1986) [Tokugawa Chronicles Ambition of the Three Branch/徳川風雲録] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Action, Drama, Jidai Geki Tokugawa Chronicles-Ambition of the 3 Branches" tells of the battles between the 3 related families Kishu, Mito, and Owari, as each vies for the shogun’s seat in the line of succession. Highlighting the series are many fights between the young lord’s Negoro ninja helpers and their mortal enemies, the Koga ninja. History comes alive with the bloody blades of the three families at war within the highest levels of government as the search for a new shogun continues! It's done by TV Tokyo, so I don't feel obliged to watch to the end, especially because it's pretty boring period and super boring ninja squabbles concept that I can't stand. Overall Rating: 5/10 50. Journey to the West (1986) [西游记] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Wuxia, Fantasy The story follows the adventures of Sun Wu Kong, an immortal rhesus macaque demon who gains extraordinary power from long years of spiritual cultivation and rebels against the primacy of heaven. I thought I could endure one most traditional wuxia, but eyes hurt after one episode with this quality, so enough is enough. One episode already lets to learn so many things as MC is an ape who wants to reach immortality through cultivation and thus wants to learn only practical skills from wise master that accepts him as pupil. Another nice detail is that ape did not set off on his own , but was attacked in his cave by invincible demon of chaos. Did not know conteporary wuxia still depends on just some prejudices from an old fairy tale. Overall Rating: 5/10 51. Danjo Shichinin Aki Monogatari (1986) [男女7人秋物語] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Comedy, Romance Travel tour conductor Imai Ryosuke wakes up one morning to find a woman he doesn't recognize sleeping in his bed. Imai has absolutely no memory of how she got there, only that he had passed out drunk the night before. Quietly, Imai climbs out to his veranda, and calls his friend Nogami for help, which is the starting point of the story. Not translated. Pretty sure I watched some old dorama in the past that started exactly like that, but in a different location and with only two protagonists. Light international romance story is always nice. Overall Rating: 6/10 52. Dokuganryu Masamune (1987) [独眼竜政宗] (Finished 50/50) Tags: Historical, Drama Toyotomi Hideyoshi unified Japan in 1590, but Date Masamune did not abandon his desire to control the nation. ~~ Adapted from the novel "Date Masamune" by Yamaoka Sohachi. History determines contents, and it's not really great. First lots of local in-fighting for decades, then a lot of sucking up to demands of the powerful, all that with a lot of family matters. Since there's serious lack of content, almost before every episode there is some side-story from modernity linked to Date. All good, but not at the level that I could recommend. Overall Rating: 6/10 53. Papa wa Newscaster (1987) [パパはニュースキャスター] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Drama He didn't even like children, yet without warning, the handsome, single newscaster finds himself playing the role of a father to three impertinent daughters. His entire image of the roles of the sexes gets turned upside down as he makes the transition from a swinger into a caring parent. Not translated. Basically, reverse of mama wa idol as parent suddenly has to take care of three kids. Overall Rating: 6/10 54. Terms Of Endearment (1987) [ 애정의 조건] (Finished 1/54) Tags: Drama A drama about a poor woman who reaches the pinnacle of life only to realize the futility of her desires. Not translated, so little use to evaluate human drama without. Looks rather ordinary. Overall Rating: 6/10 55. Aries no Otometachi (1987) [アリエスの乙女たち] (Finished 2/23) Tags: Romance, Life, Drama After living abroad in Paris, France, Mizuho Kaoru returns to Japan to attend an elite private high school. Together with her beloved horse Electra, she joins the school's equestrian club where she proceeds to distinguish herself as an Olympic level rider much to the jealousy of her teammates and some of the teachers at the school. Her only friend at the school is fellow classmate, Kubo Emiko who is part of the school's Drama Club and an equally distinguished performer. Although only a year separates the two friends, they were born under the same Horoscope sign of Aries and have an uncanny kindred spirit with each other. It is not until later that we discover that the two high school friends not only share the same father but also share a dark family secret that will soon shatter their individual worlds apart. Wow, girls love in college with some delinquents. I find zero things interesting here, not impressed with actor work, either. Overall Rating: 5/10 56. Mama wa Idol (1987) [Romance, Life] (Finished 2/10) Tags: Romance, Life A high school teacher marries a popular idol despite the disapproval of his three children and the idol's management. Normal goofy comedy of three children reacting differently to their new mother after father's incoming remarriage. Cool and tough daughter is the only unexpected element here, but it can't overshadow pretty typical roles of other characters. Overall Rating: 6/10 57. A Dream of Red Mansions (1987) [红楼梦] (Finished 1/36) Tags: Historical, Romance, Drama, Family One is an immortal flower of Fairyland, the other fair flawless jade. And were it not predestined, why should they meet again in this lifetime? Yet, if predestined, why does their love amount to nothing?" This classic story follows the everyday events and declining fortunes of the Jia family, a wealthy feudal clan. At its heart is the tragic love triangle between cousins Jia Bao Yu, Lin Dai Yu and Xue Bao Chai, and a fate long decided before this existence. ~~ Adapted from the novel "Dream of the Red Chamber" (红楼梦) by Cao Xue Qin (曹雪芹). Not translated. First episode looks rather boring, but there will be at least one remake. Overall Rating: 6/10 58. Atsuku Naru Made Matte (1987) [熱くなるまで待って!] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Romance, Drama The story depicts the life of manga artist Saeki Yusuke , who lost his wife and lives alone in an apartment in Tokyo . At the invitation of his cousin Akutagawa Kisaburo , who is separated from his wife , he moves in with him in his luxurious mansion in Denenchofu where he is being looked after by his wife. The story follows the various turmoil that ensues from this point onwards, as well as a love story between him and Yashima Yuki, the daughter of a wealthy family who comes to live with him as a maid . Not translated. There's some comedy, too, but can't say it made a strong impression. Overall Rating: 6/10 59. Stand by Me: Kimagure Hakusho (1987) [スタンドバイミー 〜気まぐれ白書〜] (Finished 1/5) Tags: Comedy, Drama Kurata Toshiko runs a child protection facility called "Domestic Homestay Child House" where the cook Momoyama Otoji and the tutor Tajima Goro live together. When Ueda Nobue, a selfish middle school student who distrusts people, arrives and causes trouble with Toshiko and the others, she gradually opens up after meeting Shirai Toru and eventually returns home of her own accord. Not translated. It tries to present orphanage and its drama in comedy manner, but it's not the concept I'd enjoy. Overall Rating: 6/10 60. Ohima nara Kite yo ne! (1987) [おヒマなら来てよネ!] (Finished 1/9) Tags: Life, Family The main character, Nozomi, grew up as the eldest daughter of the Satake clan, but became shy after being told that she was adopted in junior high school . The real father is Yamamoto in Itamae. One day, at a Japanese restaurant's comfort travel destination, she meets Yoko, a woman with a child who looks just like her. Nozomi and Yoko feel that they meet by chance because their birthplaces and dates of birth are different. However, when Yoko rolls in without Misuzu, the story about the two begins. Not translated. Otherwise looks lively. Overall Rating: 6/10 61. Takeda Shingen (1988) [武田信玄] (Finished 50/50) Tags: Historical, Drama "Steady as a mountain, attack like fire, still as a wood, swift as the wind". NHK Taiga Drama for 1988 is the life story of the famous warlord Takeda Shingen (1521-1573), aka "The Tiger of Kai". There was a very turbulent time in the warring period in history, and Takeda Shingen is considered one of the great warlords among many others, Uesugi Kenshin and Oda Nobunaga were present. There were many wars fought back then for power and prestige. But ordinary people just wanted their crops planted and harvested to feed their families, but that got harder and harder as the healthy young men in the families were sent off to war and the fields went to ruin. Takeda Shingen fought for peace and to expand his home province but apparently, he should have paid more attention to his household because his home life had no peace behind the smiles and greetings. Perfect power-leveling beast with most impressive battles, outfits and epic feel. If I rewatch it nowadays, I may find things to nitpick, but my initial impression is super high. Overall Rating: 10/10 62. Papa wa Nenjuu Kurou Suru (1988) [パパは年中苦労する] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Life, Drama, Family This is the second series following "Daddy is a Newscaster". A playboy composer is faced with an abrupt change in lifestyle when his former wife takes off for overseas adventures, leaving him to care for their four children. The days of carefree living are over, and it becomes nearly impossible to get together with his girlfriend. Both he and his children learn to rediscover their life as a family. Not translated. Wow, third work with a similar concept in such a short time. But it's difficult to fail such concept completely. Overall Rating: 6/10 63. Netsuppoi no! (1988) [熱っぽいの!] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Medical Madoka comes to Tokyo and starts to work in a hospital as a nurse. She has been brought up too carefully and knows nothing of the world. She learns things and love. It's a drama of her experience and also a drama in the hospital. Not translated. Doubt I can like medical drama unless it's also comedy. Overall Rating: 6/10 64. Dakishimetai! (1988) [抱きしめたい！] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Romance Asako and Natsuko have been close friends for more than 25 years. Natsuko's husband Keisuke had affairs, so she asks Asako to let her stay at hers. Keisuke was once Asako's boyfriend. They are going to be 30 years old soon. There are other nice guys around Asako. It's a drama about their love and friendship. Not translated, so can be pretty much anything. Overall Rating: 6/10 65. Waka okusama wa udemakuri! (1988) [若奥さまは腕まくり!] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Comedy, Family Tomoko and Satoshi got married after the great love affair. So a sweet newly-married life of only two people started. At that time, Satoshi's older brorher Haruo suddenly got an order to relocate to USA?so his three daughters Mari, Hanabi, Chieko , and mother-in-law Suddenly suddenly started living with the newlyweds. Wow, forth work with the same concept in a row. Overall Rating: 6/10 66. Love Story in New York (1988) [ニューヨーク恋物語] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Romance, Life Chino Akiko comes to New York, where she falls in love with handsome lawyer Tajima Masayuki . Not translated. Guess From Oregon with Love was memorable enough to linger with exotic locations. Overall Rating: 6/10 67. Kimi ga Uso wo Tsuita (1988) 君が嘘をついた [君が嘘をついた] (Finished 1/9) Tags: Romance Girls like rich and sophisticated boys and boys like the same. The two boys and the two girls go to a party pretending rich and sophisticated. They fall in love and get to know that the most important thing for love is not how much they have money or positions in society. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 68. Oikaketai no! (1988) [追いかけたいの!] (Finished 1/9) Tags: Business, Romance The drama depicts the battle between the new reporter of a sports newspaper and a new cameraman. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 69. Hana no Asuka-gumi! (1988) [花のあすか組!] (Finished 1/23) Tags: Action, Adventure, Drama The story of Kuraku Asuka, a junior high student who has to fight a big delinquent organisation and their underlings. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 70. Kasuga no Tsubone (1989) [春日局] (Finished 0/50) Tags: Historical, Drama This is the story about the a very powerful Lady Kasuga who established Ooku the inner palace. Not found, but included because it's NHK taiga. Overall Rating: 0/10 71. High School Rakugaki (1989) [はいすくーる落書] (Finished 1/11) Tags: Life, Youth Suwa Izumi is a 23-year-old who was brought up by her father in an overprotective manner at a pharmacy in Kamata , Tokyo . She aspires to become a teacher for carefree reasons, such as "long summer vacations" and "being able to work surrounded by young boys", and is assigned to the local Keihin Jitsugyo High School industrial department as an English teacher. She is put in charge of the second-year mechanical engineering class. However, that class is filled with notorious bad boys even within the industrial department. Izumi is angry at the students who tease her and cause trouble, and seriously considers quitting her job, but is persuaded by Ban, an industrial department lab assistant, and is given love letters by the students, which makes her reconsider. Tadashi, who wants her to quit high school as soon as possible, spends every day anxiously waiting. As she goes about her school life, Izumi awkwardly but sincerely deals with the problems the students cause, and the students gradually begin to trust her. Ban, Vice Principal Tasaki, and the other teachers also begin to acknowledge Izumi. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 72. Kimi no Hitomi ni Koishiteru (1989) [君の瞳に恋してる！] (Finished 10/10) Tags: Comedy, Romance, Life, Youth The three girls start to live together. The two boys in the next room are interested in them. They are all 20 years old. What do love, sexuality and marriage mean to them? This drama shows what ordinary 20 years old people usually experience. I almost feel obliged to finish some SOL work since there are so few subbed ones of these. There's a lot of fooling around and imitating liveliness here. Feels really artificial as they can do better. Overall Rating: 6/10 73. Looking Back in Anger (1989) [義不容情] (Finished 1/50) Tags: Thriller, Mystery, Romance, Family The series starts off with a business tycoon, Alex Ting Yau Kin, waiting for a telephone call. It then moves into a flashback to Kin's childhood years. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 74. Fuun! Sanada Yukimura (1989) [風雲！真田幸村] (Finished 1/25) Tags: Historical The story follows Tokugawa Ieyasu, who plots to destroy the Toyotomi clan and the lords who sided with the former Western Army after the Battle of Sekigahara , following the death of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Sanada Yukimura 's group who try to thwart him . Yukimura escapes from his exile in Kudoyama and appears all over Japan, fighting against the Tokugawa. The story ends before the Battle of Osaka , and the final episode is a compilation. I'll make an excuse that it's not NHK and skip this ninja farce after first episode as it starts after Sekigahara and focuses on Yukimura who is supposedly the best ninja ever or something as silly as that. Overall Rating: 5/10 75. Storm in Shanghai (1989) [上海風雲] (Finished 1/30) Tags: Historical, Drama The play tells the story of Ma Xiaotian, who went from being a rich kid to a commoner, and eventually became a prominent figure in Shanghai after going through many hardships. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 76. Mama Haha Boogie (1989) [ママハハブギ] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Family A 29-year old model meets a photographer during a photo shoot in Los Angeles and the two get hitched on the spur of the moment. While he continues to work on various assignments, Ranko returns to Japan where she meets her new husband's children from a previous marriage. Long neglected by their absent father, the teens are fiercely independent and don't welcome Ranko's friendly entreaties. The oldest, nineteen-year old Makoto, is a former academic whiz who choked twice on the entrance exam to Tokyo University. He spends much of the series brooding about his room or secretly masquerading as a Todai undergrad. The middle child constantly gets into fights at school and is currently suspended. The youngest of the clan, a sixteen year old girl is a compulsive liar. The tv drama then proceeds to capture how the four evolve into an odd family of sorts, sans papa. Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10 77. Chun Qu Chun You Hui (1989) [春去春又回] (Finished 1/40) Tags: Republican Drama The story takes place in Shanghai, where people are crowded and traffic is heavy. MC is a dandy boy. One day he actually kills his love rival with a gun with the only eyewitness present. . Not translated. Overall Rating: 6/10

Fantastic end of the year, as expected. 1. Mystery no Arukikata ミステリーの歩き方 [Toybox Inc.] The Sanmeisou Incident, also known as the “Narumizawa Landscape Painter Murder Case.” 30 years ago, on the grounds of a manor called Sanmeisou in Narumizawa, the famous painter Suiryu Uchida was murdered. The body, found by the pond, was in a bizarre state. While the police investigated, the case ultimately closed with the death of the suspect. Now, 30 years later, a group of unique individuals from the seminar of Ayame Minato, a young expert in criminal psychology, travel to Sanmeisou to investigate the case as part of their research. As they dig deeper into the truth of this unsolved mystery, new facts gradually emerge, suspects come into focus, and the hidden emotions behind their positive attitudes are revealed… Console exclusive detective 2. Tanetsumi no Uta たねつみの歌 [iMel Inc.] Misuzu lost her mother at a young age. On her sixteenth birthday, in the spring of 2023, she is visited by a lone girl. The girl turns out to be her mother, Yoko, also aged sixteen. Yoko explains that she has been chosen as a Maiden to conduct the Seedsow Ceremony in the dwelling place of the gods, the Eternal Realm, and has traveled from 1996 to invite Misuzu along on her journey. The Seedsow Ceremony is a funeral for the gods, and is necessary for a new generation of immortal deities to usher in a new age. Seedsow Maidens must travel the Eternal Realm and have the ancient god elders accept their deaths before True Winter comes and defiles the land. Accompanying her mother Yoko, Misuzu travels to the year 2050, where her own sixteen-year-old daughter, Tsumugi, joins them as they make for the Eternal Realm. With the addition of Hiruko, who claims to be Misuzu's younger brother and acts as the group's guide, the foursome journey through lush landscapes made no less resplendent by True Winter's looming approach. The young group has been brought together as though by a miracle, but what awaits them at the end of their journey? Time travel post-apocalyptic travel is not what I'm anxious for. But for visual novel medium such work with proper scenario is really a fresh gust of wind. 3. LingerieS ランジェリーズ [Ramune Games] The main character, Aoi Miyamae, is a male university student. Aoi's twin sister, Riko Miyamae, has a different gender from Aoi, but they are identical in appearance and facial features. Riko works as a clerk at 'LingerieS', a high-end women's lingerie specialty store. However, she wants to take two months off from her job to catch up with her favorite band on their national tour. However, she can't afford to miss work. So, Riko asks Aoi, who looks exactly like her, to dress up as a woman and work at 'LingerieS' instead of her. Of course, Aoi firmly refuses. However, Aoi reluctantly agrees to Riko's request. Aoi enters a high-class women's lingerie specialty store for the first time in his life. He dresses as a woman and works as a clerk at the store. While working as a clerk at 'LingerieS', Aoi discovers the depth of women's lingerie, interacts with the women who visit the store, and deepens his bond with them... Rather typical cross-dressing charage. 4. Holy Undead ~Himote de Bocchi no Shirei Jutsushi ga, Seijo ni Tensei Shite Otomodachi o Fuyashimasu~ ホーリーアンデッド～非モテでぼっちの死霊術士が、聖女に転生してお友達を増やします～ [Kinetic Novels] Frankel was hated as a wicked necromancer and an abhorred man. But he was not evil, he was just an unpopular, socially awkward loser who liked the undead. However, society thought poorly of him as a necromancer, and he was shunned, hated, and finally defeated by the heroes Cain and Flora. Just before death, Frankel invoked a forbidden curse that would make him the King of the Dead. However, the magic failed, and he thought he would simply die...but for some reason, he is reborn as Yuricia, daughter of Cain and Flora, with the memories of his previous life! A love for the undead! All women—be they malicious bullies or not—are goddesses! Inside this dainty, pretty girl lies abnormal principles. And Yuricia—ironically—receives the blessings of the Holy Mother and acquired an unprecedented five Gifts, including incredible healing power! However, Yuricia uses her power for her own personal gain. Her goal is to be reborn as a necromancer! But the healing interferes with her dream. Various trials and errors are on repeat. From an outsider's perspective, could it just be eccentric behavior?　 However, those around her always react favorably to the various uproars Yuricia kicks up, and despite her own intentions, she ends up helping many people. She accomplishes many great feats and eventually becomes known as the Healing Saint... Though many handsome men adore Yuricia, she is indifferent. This includes the handsome Anthro swordmaster Wolferos, her brave brother with a sister complex Alexei, the cursed and highly sought after prince, and the seriously injured future hero. She heals them from top to bottom, and doesn't care if they call her a street healer. All she wants is super rare undead materials! And...? She looks prim and proper, but inside she is actually a he—a necromancer loser. This is the story of healing and salvation woven by a beautiful girl with an unhinged moral center! Reincarnation has become such common concept in anime that I'm glad it's piercing visual novels as well. 5. Mugen no Tír na nÓg 夢幻のティル・ナ・ノーグ [Azarashi Soft+1 & CUFFS] The story is set in the otherworldly realm of Tir na nÓg. This mysterious island, inhabited by a diverse array of fairies and monsters, is explored together with a group of unique and charming heroines. You'll face off against monsters using each heroine's special magic, or sometimes befriend them to gain an advantage in your journey. By applying various pieces of knowledge and ingenuity, you'll explore forests, ruins, and a wide range of other locations. At times, you'll relax and have fun by setting up camp or diving into marine sports, making the most of an adventure-filled summer. This is a story brimming with adventure, dreams, and love, painting the picture of an unforgettable summer. And as the adventure reaches its climax, a great mystery and numerous truths are revealed. Together with irreplaceable companions, the protagonist challenges the secrets hidden within Tir na nÓg. Exploration of unknown fantasy world is always nice. There's enough comedy and variety in individual routes. 6. Tasogare ni Hisomu Fukurou to, Akegata no Subaru 黄昏に潜む梟と、明け方の昴 [ENTERGRAM] The story is set in winter, at Seibunka Private Academy in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. The protagonist, Subaru Sakaki, and his childhood friend, Honoka Takamura, are excited as the final Christmas party of their school life approaches. However, their joyful days are shattered by the sudden news that their classmate Miyabi Yashiro and homeroom teacher Asuka Yuri have been murdered. And their close friend Kazuha Shinozaki has been arrested as the murder suspect. Believing in their friend’s innocence, Subaru and Honoka begin their investigation to uncover the truth behind the incident, but behind the scenes, someone deeply connected to a “certain secret” of theirs is pulling the strings. Detective

One of the best seasons of Kingdom 5th Season is the definite winner followed by more sequels Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun 2nd Stage and Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e 3rd Season . Ore dake Level Up na Ken is a honorary mention as it was mildly amusing despite multiple evident flaws. Chiyu Mahou no Machigatta Tsukaikata is an inspiring start with much potential. 1. Ore dake Level Up na Ken Solo Leveling 俺だけレベルアップな件 [A-1 Pictures] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Adult Cast Action, Adventure, Fantasy Humanity was caught at a precipice a decade ago when the first gates—portals linked with other dimensions that harbor monsters immune to conventional weaponry—emerged around the world. Alongside the appearance of the gates, various humans were transformed into hunters and bestowed superhuman abilities. Responsible for entering the gates and clearing the dungeons within, many hunters chose to form guilds to secure their livelihoods. Sung Jin-Woo is an E-rank hunter dubbed as the weakest hunter of all mankind. While exploring a supposedly safe dungeon, he and his party encounter an unusual tunnel leading to a deeper area. Enticed by the prospect of treasure, the group presses forward, only to be confronted with horrors beyond their imagination. Miraculously, Jin-Woo survives the incident and soon finds that he now has access to an interface visible only to him. This mysterious system promises him the power he has long dreamed of—but everything comes at a price. Visuals are totally Japanese, but contents on Korean source is closer to Chinese counterparts, not far from Melee mage this way. It lacks strong narration and tries to substitute it with just self-improvement. Moreover, concept utilizes cheat skill, sadly, as MC is the only character that has the gift of learning while everyone else is set in stone. But that alone would not really bother me as it does not differ that much from Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka. The real problem is that there's this "system" that gives daily quests and rewards with rare events and loot boxes. And the whole "solo" part basically eliminates party importance. There's also this super irritating thing as we have to hear all MC stream of thoughts and his constant comments - this actually wastes a lot of time and is super irritating. The result is a weird frankenstein that's of little interest to me, but at the same time can't call it worse than melee mage that got the same score. Overall Rating: 7/10 2. Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e 3rd Season Classroom of the Elite III ようこそ実力至上主義の教室へ 3rd Season [Lerche] (Finished 13/13) Tags: Psychological, School Drama, Suspense Third season of Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e. Sequel. Overall Rating: 8/10 3. Mashle: Shinkakusha Kouho Senbatsu Shiken-hen Mashle: Magic and Muscles The Divine Visionary Candidate Exam Arc マッシュル-MASHLE- 神覚者候補選抜試験編 [A-1 Pictures] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Gag Humor, Parody, School Action, Comedy, Fantasy After Mash Burnedead's clash with Magia Lupus, the secret about his powers is now out in the open. The short-lived celebration ends when the Bureau of Magic summons Mash before an audience of Divine Visionaries, who collectively decree Mash should reap the consequences and die. However, an evil shadow organization called Innocent Zero hijacks the inquiry to demand that Mash be kept alive. Mash proves that he is capable of dealing with Innocent Zero, but the Divine Visionaries' verdict remains unchanged. Luckily, Mash finds unexpected allies in Divine Visionary Rayne Ames and Headmaster Wahlberg Baigan, and they successfully defer his execution until Innocent Zero is defeated. Mash is now allowed to live under one condition: he must be selected as the Divine Visionary candidate by the year's end. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 4. Dungeon Meshi Delicious in Dungeon ダンジョン飯 [Trigger] (Finished 1/24) Tags: Seinen Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Gourmet Adventuring knight Laios Touden leads a small party through a seemingly endless dungeon, a subterranean maze full of dangerous monsters and precarious traps. Through the use of advanced magic, an explorer can sometimes be resurrected, allowing them to learn from past mistakes and give traversing the dungeon another go. However, when a powerful dragon eats Falin, Laios' spellcasting sister, she sends her brother and his companions back to the beginning to save them from permanent ends. Though strapped for cash and equipment, Laios resolves to fight his way through the dungeon and rescue Falin before she can be digested by the dragon. Despite some of Laios' allies abandoning him, two remain by his side: elven mage Marcille Donato and halfling locksmith Chilchuck Tims. Due to their lack of funds, the party faces the daunting prospect of starving before being able to complete their quest. However, they find salvation in Senshi, a dwarven warrior with a penchant for cooking and safely eating defeated monsters. With Senshi's culinary expertise, Laios and his companions struggle through the dungeon while learning about gourmet dining—and each other—along the way. Gourmet is always terrible for me, and this one is particularly disgusting. Overall Rating: 5/10 5. Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu 2nd Season Tsukimichi -Moonlit Fantasy- Season 2 月が導く異世界道中 第二幕 [J.C.Staff] (Finished 2/25) Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Despite a rough start, Makoto Misumi's life in another world takes a positive turn when he meets more demihumans who recognize his presence. Now as the leader of a fast-growing demihuman community, Makoto wishes to make human society more accepting of them and thus builds a business showcasing the demihumans' abilities. To extend his reach further, Makoto enrolls at the Rotsgard Academy to learn magic and expand his business venture there. Meanwhile, the goddess who summoned and forsaken Makoto had brought two other people to her world shortly after sending him away, making them heroes of their respective nations. Given enough time, Makoto's path will intertwine with both of these heroes, which may cause the world to take a drastic direction. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 6. Yubisaki to Renren A Sign of Affection ゆびさきと恋々 [Ajia-do] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shoujo Adult Cast Romance For hearing-impaired university student Yuki Itose, silence has been a natural part of life since birth. Her world is small and isolated; she commutes to campus, interacts with her best friend Rin Fujishiro, and communicates through writing and text messages—a lifestyle that offers little to no change. One day, during her commute, Yuki meets fellow student Itsuomi Nagi, a multilingual travel enthusiast and friend of Rin. When Itsuomi learns of Yuki's condition, he takes it in stride, moving Yuki's heart. From this one simple gesture, Yuki and Itsuomi's lives start changing day by day as they let each other into their own worlds. Typical romance shoujo further impeded by the fact of not speaking and using gesture language. Overall Rating: 5/10 7. Chiyu Mahou no Machigatta Tsukaikata The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic 治癒魔法の間違った使い方 [Shin-Ei Animation, Studio Add] (Finished 13/13) Tags: Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy Ken Usato, an ordinary high schooler, wishes for something fantastical to occur in his unremarkable life. Such an opportunity arrives when he is transported to another world alongside Kazuki Ryuusen and Suzune Inukami, two prodigious members of his school's student council. Arriving in Llinger Kingdom, the three are deemed to be the heroes tasked with stopping the impending invasion by the Demon Lord's army. However, this is a misunderstanding—Usato was summoned by accident and, unlike his two friends, is not one of the heroes. Despite this disheartening revelation, Usato learns that he has an aptitude for the extremely rare healing magic. This catches the attention of Rose, the intimidating captain of the kingdom's Rescue Team, who forcibly takes custody of Usato to mold him into a full-fledged healer. As he undergoes grueling training under Rose's supervision, Usato resolves to become capable enough to protect his friends from the dangers of this world. For me it bears resemblance to Great Cleric as dangers are specifically such that healing magic can handle. But majority of season is just training and personal circumstances with only one battle and one memory flash battle. So it's slow and only moderately interesting, but at least it means second season can go pretty much in any direction. Overall Rating: 7/10 8. Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu 2nd Season The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 僕の心のヤバイやつ 第2期 [Shin-Ei Animation] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen School Comedy, Romance After an eventful winter break, Kyoutarou Ichikawa and Anna Yamada reunite with a stronger bond. They continue to grow in their own ways, with Yamada taking on more challenging photoshoots and Ichikawa maturing both physically and emotionally as he tackles his affections for Yamada. However, spending time together outside of school allows for their relationship to deepen, and it becomes increasingly difficult to deny their budding romantic feelings. Grappling with these unexpected and new emotions, Ichikawa and Yamada realize that, with the passage of time, their relationship is bound to change—and they must ultimately decide whether they wish to remain close friends or finally become a couple. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 9. Mato Seihei no Slave Chained Soldier 魔都精兵のスレイブ [Seven Arcs] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Harem Action, Fantasy, Ecchi As his school days draw to an end, Yuuki Wakura worries about his future. While lamenting the prospect of living an ordinary life, he is suddenly drawn into the world of Mato: an alternate dimension filled with dangerous monsters called Shuuki. Over the years since the existence of Mato was first confirmed, incidents of people accidentally wandering into the other world have become commonplace. To combat the threat of the Shuuki and rescue victims like Yuuki, the all-female Demon Defense Force was established. Its members have been blessed with the power of "Peaches"—Mato fruits that grant supernatural abilities only to women. Though Yuuki's situation is dire, he is saved in the nick of time by Kyouka Uzen, the chief of the Demon Defense Force's seventh unit. Despite Kyouka's impeccable skills in battle, she has long been held back by her Peach-granted ability, Slave. Slave allows Kyouka to put a living being under her control and draw out its strength, but the Shuuki that she had enslaved until now had all proven to be exceedingly weak. When Yuuki and Kyouka become surrounded by a horde of Shuuki, Kyouka resorts to something she has never tried before: using her ability on a man. To her surprise, Yuuki's slave form is much more powerful than she could have imagined. Believing the young man to be the key to unlocking her true potential, Kyouka invites Yuuki to join the Demon Defense Force—but not as a regular member. Banal ecchi harem. Overall Rating: 5/10 10. Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable! 道産子ギャルはなまらめんこい [SILVER LINK., Blade] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Shounen Romantic Subtext, School Comedy Having just moved from Tokyo to Hokkaido, high school student Tsubasa Shiki decides to explore the picturesque winter landscape he could never experience in the nation's capital. It only takes a moment for Tsubasa's idealized view of Japan's northernmost prefecture to crumble, as the sheer cold and frigid air quickly overwhelm him. While trying to find the way to his new home, Tsubasa runs into Minami Fuyuki—a talkative and friendly Hokkaido native who, despite the cold, is wearing a short skirt. The girl wastes no time in striking up a conversation, and Tsubasa comes to realize that the winter weather is not all that is too much for him to handle. The next day, Tsubasa is shocked to learn that not only is Fuyuki in his class, but her seat is also right next to his. Swept along by Fuyuki's persistent advances, the young man soon becomes captivated by both life in Hokkaido and the beautiful girl determined to get closer to him. As he deepens his relationship with Fuyuki and meets other fashionable girls from his school, Tsubasa finds out that Hokkaido gals truly are adorable. Feels seriously nauseating to me. Zero comedy. Even teasing does not work with these characters. Overall Rating: 5/10 11. Ninja Kamui [E&H Production] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi Seemingly an average man, Joe Logan leads a peaceful life in the countryside with his wife and child. However, the Logan family have actually assumed false identities to escape from Joe's past as a fearsome ninja assassin. Despite a string of high-profile murders of his former peers, Joe is sure that his new life is secure—but his tranquil bliss is soon shattered when his family is slaughtered by members of his former clan. Left for dead, Joe wakes up in a hospital, unsure of how he survived the wounds that should have killed him. Police detectives Emma Samanda and Mike Moriss, assigned to investigate the Logan family's deaths, witness another attempt on Joe's life. However, this time Joe is prepared. Unleashing secret techniques, he easily dispatches his enemies, shedding his new identity in the process. Embracing his old ways, Joe shrouds himself in his former persona, cutting through the organization he once served in the name of cold-blooded revenge. Assisted in his hunt by the detective duo, Joe will stop at nothing to kill his past and the demons hailing from it. Detective ninja action is nothing I could ever appreciate. Overall Rating: 5/10 12. Loop 7-kaime no Akuyaku Reijou wa, Moto Tekikoku de Jiyuu Kimama na Hanayome Seikatsu wo Mankitsu suru 7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy! ループ7回目の悪役令嬢は、元敵国で自由気ままな花嫁生活を満喫する [Studio Kai, HORNETS] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Time Travel Fantasy, Romance Rishe Irmgard Weitzner finds herself in a familiar situation: her fiancé is publicly breaking off their engagement, and her ducal family is about to disown her in shame. However, Rishe is not distraught; she has already had six chances to rebuild her life and chase a different passion each time. But she would always get swept up in a war and die, so now she wishes for her seventh reincarnation to be easygoing and uneventful. What Rishe does not take into account is the presence of Arnold Hein, the crown prince of the Galkhein Kingdom. He is destined to usurp the throne and become a tyrant who starts a large-scale invasion of neighboring countries. To make their encounter worse, Arnold is the one who killed Rishe in her previous life. That is why it is all the more shocking when he proposes to Rishe on the spot. In pursuit of her desired life, Rishe must consider accepting Arnold's proposal and discover the reasons behind his brutal actions to stop the war from ever happening. Can't stand vilainess genre. Overall Rating: 5/10 13. Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete Gushing over Magical Girls 魔法少女にあこがれて [Asahi Production] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Mahou Shoujo Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Girls Love, Ecchi A team of three magical girls known as Tres Magia protects the town where Utena Hiiragi lives. Like many others, Utena loves these magical girls who valiantly fight in the name of justice. One day, a mysterious black mascot character appears before Utena and grants her the opportunity of a lifetime: a chance to transform into a magical girl. However, the offer is not what it seems, as Utena has been recruited for an evil organization to fight the magical girls she has always admired. Utena is then forced to confront Tres Magia in battle; but instead of feeling remorse, she unexpectedly finds pleasure in inflicting pain on the magical girls. Completely giving in to her desires, Utena embraces her role as a villain, slowly transforming her adoration for magical girls into a new sadistic obsession. This ecchi has serious fetish problems, not in a good way. Overall Rating: 5/10 14. Akuyaku Reijou Level 99: Watashi wa Ura-Boss desu ga Maou dewa Arimasen Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I'm Not the Demon Lord 悪役令嬢レベル99 ～私は裏ボスですが魔王ではありません～ [Jumondo] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation, School Fantasy The beginning of Light Magic and the Hero, an otome RPG, unfolds fairly normally: the heroine, Alicia Ehnleit, meets her three love interests one after another and then inevitably comes face-to-face with the villainess. Yumiella Dolkness may be of noble descent, but her dark hair and rare dark-type magic—both associated with the Demon Lord—spark fear in anyone who sees her. When she is five years old, Yumiella regains memories of her previous life in modern Japan, also realizing that her fate is to become the hidden boss that appears after Alicia and her suitors defeat the Demon Lord. Yumiella refuses to live as the game dictates and, as she prefers the game's fantasy elements over its romance, she decides to cultivate her magical skills and level up in secret. However, everything falls apart on the day of the Royal Academy's entrance ceremony. Yumiella's powers are measured at level 99—something thought impossible even for the royal knights, let alone a 15-year-old girl. With the royal family requesting her help, and everyone else insisting that she prove her strength, Yumiella realizes that her dream of a quiet life is no longer an option. Too much of villainess lately. Overall Rating: 5/10 15. Nozomanu Fushi no Boukensha The Unwanted Undead Adventurer 望まぬ不死の冒険者 [Connect] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy While exploring a labyrinth, Rentt Faina, an adventurer with lots of experience but little to show for it, is killed by a dragon upon discovering its lair. Shockingly, he wakes up to find himself turned into a skeleton, the lowest class of undead monsters. As Rentt fights against the other monsters of the labyrinth, he discovers that slaying them gains him experience towards higher stages of undead evolution—even ones with flesh! With this revelation in hand, Rentt obtains a new objective in his undeath: keep evolving in the hope of eventually becoming a vampire, the highest form of undead that is nearly indistinguishable from human beings. Despite being forced to hide his past identity and monstrous nature under an unremovable mask, Rentt manages to return to a semblance of his former life. Granted shelter by Lorraine Vivier, an elite researcher and retired adventurer, Rentt assumes her surname and starts over from scratch as a rookie. Determined to pursue his childhood dream and become a mithril-class adventurer, Rentt must be cautious not to disclose his new bodily circumstances, lest the adventurers’ guild seek to exterminate the monster he has become. Very slow start with only meaningless petty fights and quests. There's the potential as all the worst stuff is over, but I can't really rate all that I've seen by now as masterpiece. Overall Rating: 6/10 16. Majo to Yajuu The Witch and the Beast 魔女と野獣 [Yokohama Animation Laboratory] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Seinen Action, Fantasy Cursed by a witch, the feral and tempestuous Guideau tenaciously searches for the culprit so she can exact revenge. To this end, she joins the Order of Magical Resonance, an organization that deals with everything connected to magic. The Order agrees to work with Guideau in return for her help solving the myriad of magic-related cases occurring across the world. The Order's suave and mysterious mage Ashaf accompanies Guideau for the sake of successfully completing missions. As the pair traverses the land in search of that unknown witch, their experience with the fantastical world of magic grows ever more peculiar the further they advance in their journey. Occult detective, and since it's seinen, it's wasting even more time than usual on pretentious meaningless talks and fake layers. Overall Rating: 5/10 17. Ao no Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati-hen Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga 青の祓魔師 島根啓明結社篇 [Studio VOLN] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Mythology, School Action, Fantasy At True Cross Academy, Rin Okumura unknowingly comes across the first signs that something is amiss; ordinary people have been gaining the ability to perceive the invisible creatures that roam the human realm, Assiah. While Rin sees this as an opportunity to make a new friend, his twin brother, Yukio, is more burdened than ever. Swamped with his education, exorcist duties, and teaching position, Yukio has remained silent about his awakened powers, unable to understand their scale or significance. While Rin and his friends prepare for the annual Exorcist Certification Exam, the True Cross Order has uncovered the first artificial gate to the demonic realm of Gehenna. Witnessing its size and the advanced technology that made it possible, the exorcists realize they are now dealing with the Illuminati, an extremely wealthy and powerful organization. Moreover, the inscrutable Illuminati have planted three spies in the True Cross Order—and one may be hiding among the aspiring exorcists sworn to protect mankind from the demonic threat. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 18. Sokushi Cheat ga Saikyou sugite, Isekai no Yatsura ga Marude Aite ni Naranai n desu ga. My Instant Death Ability is So Overpowered, No One in This Other World Stands a Chance Against Me! 即死チートが最強すぎて、異世界のやつらがまるで相手にならないんですが。 [Okuruto Noboru] (Finished 4/12) Tags: Isekai, Parody Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy During a school trip, a bus full of students is suddenly transported to another world by a sage named Sion. She bestows most of the students with powers called Gifts, seeking to recruit them to become sages as well. However, a few are excluded from receiving a Gift, resulting in the others leaving them behind. Yogiri Takatou, one of the students who did not receive a Gift, wakes up to find a dragon attacking the bus. Amidst the chaos, he executes the dragon using his innate ability to instantly put anything to death. Alongside fellow survivor Tomochika Dannoura, Takatou sets out to find a way back to Earth, all while eliminating anyone who dares to underestimate him—including his former classmates. Of course it's trash. But there was a tiny possiblity that not only concept was taken from One Punch Man, but also irony, parody and characters were on par with that. And apart of some grotesque could not find anything really noteworthy - just random absurd loosely packed in concept logic. Overall Rating: 5/10 19. Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun 2nd Stage Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki 2nd Stage 弱キャラ友崎くん 2nd STAGE [Project No.9] (Finished 13/13) Tags: School Drama, Romance Fumiya Tomozaki is now cruising through the game of life—all thanks to the guidance of Aoi Hinami, his popular classmate and rival in the online game Attack Families, widely known as "Tackfam." As the summer holiday draws to a close and a new term commences, Tomozaki reunites with Aoi, who reminds him of his ultimate goals: to become well-liked among his peers and find himself a girlfriend. However, Tomozaki puts his ambitions on hold when his innocent friend, Hanabi Natsubayashi, starts being bullied. To make matters worse, Aoi is characteristically out of touch with the situation. But Tomozaki is not alone in resolving this issue—he now has a group of loyal friends who are all determined to help Hanabi and ensure they enjoy their youths together to the fullest. It's still absolutely great, and characters are superb, so I tried to just divide it into parts and see how many I like or don't. Can roughly divide it in three parts. The first bullying story is rather unpleasand. Then I got slightly disappointed when it came to love polygon route while it managed to be more complex than that. Final novel/play part restored the balance, but my sum of factors 2 to 1 I decided to lower the score. Overall Rating: 8/10 20. Shin no Nakama ja Nai to Yuusha no Party wo Oidasareta node, Henkyou de Slow Life suru Koto ni Shimashita 2nd Banished From The Hero's Party, I Decided To Live A Quiet Life In The Countryside Season 2 真の仲間じゃないと勇者のパーティーを追い出されたので、辺境でスローライフすることにしました 2nd [Studio Flad] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance Second Season of Shin no Nakama ja Nai to Yuusha no Party wo Oidasareta node, Henkyou de Slow Life suru Koto ni Shimashita. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 21. Oroka na Tenshi wa Akuma to Odoru The Foolish Angel Dances with the Devil 愚かな天使は悪魔と踊る [Children's Playground Entertainment] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Seinen Mythology, Romantic Subtext, School Comedy, Supernatural Losing their war against Heaven's angel army, the demons of Hell are on the cusp of collapse. As a last ditch attempt to turn the tides of the war, the demons send Akutsu Masatora to the mortal plane on Earth to save their homeland from the angels. Disguising himself as a high school student, Akutsu seeks to recruit someone with the capability to lead the demons to victory. Akutsu does not have to look far: among his classmates is the magnificent Lily Amane, a transfer student who seems like the perfect candidate for Akutsu's plans. But as luck would have it, Lily is one of the very angels that Akutsu is meant to be fighting against, and his attempt to recruit her might end up being the biggest blunder in the failing war. Worse yet, Akutsu may fall in love with his own worst enemy. Trash imitating Love is war trash. Overall Rating: 5/10 22. Kekkon Yubiwa Monogatari Tales of Wedding Rings 結婚指輪物語 [Staple Entertainment] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Seinen Harem, Isekai Action, Fantasy, Romance, Ecchi A decade ago, princess Krystal Novaty “Hime” Nokanatika traveled from another world to escape assassination attempts by an evil force. When she arrives in modern-day Japan, she encounters Haruto Satou. With him she shares a promise: he must forget what he has just witnessed, and the two will become friends. Now heading back to the Nokanatika Kingdom to fulfill her royal duties, Hime bids farewell to Haruto. However, when the young man suddenly remembers his first meeting with Hime, he rushes to the location where she first appeared and crosses the dimensional portal to be reunited with her. His arrival disrupts the marriage ceremony between Krystal and prince Marmarugias Gisaras. The wedding is brutally interrupted by the attack of an abyss monster who threatens the princess' life. Acting impulsively, Hime decides to exchange rings with Haruto, which grants her new husband light powers that permit him to slay the monster. Now dubbed as the Ring King, Haruto must marry four other princesses to acquire new magical powers and have a chance to prevail in his fight against the enemy of the world: the Abyss King. No, this ecchi harem is also not special. Overall Rating: 5/10 23. Saijaku Tamer wa Gomi Hiroi no Tabi wo Hajimemashita. The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash 最弱テイマーはゴミ拾いの旅を始めました。 [Studio Massket] (Finished 3/12) Tags: Crossdressing, Isekai, Reincarnation Adventure, Fantasy Born into a loving family, Femicia appears to have a bright future ahead of her. When she finally turns five, the time comes to go to the church to have her skills appraised. However, while she does receive a monster tamer skill, it turns out that Femicia has zero stars for that ability. To make matters worse, society considers those who have zero stars to be harbingers of misfortune; as a result, Femicia is shunned by everyone—including her family. Soon enough, Femicia is chased out of her village and is constantly on the run. Fearing for her life, she decides to masquerade as a boy and change her name to Ivy. With a goal given to her by a fortune teller to reach the royal capital, Ivy meets and successfully tames a slime, starting an unlikely friendship that may provide a means to get the destiny she deserves. It's basically survival journey in a rather strange unpleasant world. It may eventually evolve into something more interesting, but it's moving so slowly that I'm not willing to suffer till the end of the season to find out. Overall Rating: 5/10 24. Metallic Rouge メタリックルージュ [Bones] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Action, Sci-Fi After emerging victorious against an alien species known as Usurpers using combat androids called Neans, mankind colonized Mars and enjoyed post-war peace. Having fulfilled their purpose as soldiers, Neans became subservient workers and second-class citizens to humans. Requiring a daily dose of Nectar to sustain themselves, the androids depend on their masters for its supply of the drug. However, among this societal hierarchy lie Proto-Neans, independent specialized androids that can summon metallic exoskeletons with superhuman capabilities. Rouge Redstar is one such Proto-Nean working undercover for Aletheia, the government organization overseeing the regulation of Neans, alongside her human partner, Naomi Orthmann. Rouge and Naomi's mission is to eliminate the Immortal Nine—Proto-Neans who threaten humanity for cryptic reasons. At the same time, an investigator is making his way to Mars to follow a series of murders where Rouge is considered the prime suspect. As the pair delve deeper into their search for the Immortal Nine, they uncover groundbreaking information about the rogue androids and the organization they work for. Bones exels in action and visuals, but this genre is not for me while concept is very dubious. Overall Rating: 6/10 25. Sasaki to Pii-chan Sasaki and Peeps 佐々木とピーちゃん [SILVER LINK.] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Sasaki, a 39-year-old corporate employee, has resigned himself to live a modest life without dreams and dangers. To his great surprise, his fate takes a brutal turn after he decides to adopt a Java sparrow that he names Pii-chan. The talking bird not only happens to be a reincarnation of a famous magician from another world, but it decides to grant some of its powers to Sasaki—along with the ability to traverse between worlds. Sasaki begins a lucrative business of selling technological items from his world to the less advanced civilization of the other. However, Sasaki's life becomes more chaotic when he stops an attempt on a woman's life with his new powers. Unfortunately, the woman Sasaki saved also happens to be a government agent named Hoshizaki, who is tasked with tracking down gifted individuals like him. Forced to join Hoshizaki's secret agency, Sasaki partakes in dangerous missions to find other gifted criminals. He does not even have the luxury of hiding in the other world, where a war is about to break out. If he wants to protect peace in both worlds, Sasaki will have to become the hero that no one expects him to be. Both selling high tech to tribals and tracking some people does not cut it for me. What about comedy then? It's almost inexistant. Overall Rating: 5/10 26. Ishura 異修羅 [Passione] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Gore, Isekai Action, Adventure, Fantasy After the demise of the demon king, the resulting power vacuum has broken the balance of the world. Eager to claim this power for themselves, self-proclaimed demon kings from various worlds assemble in the New Principality of Lithia to fight for it. Among them, master swordsman Soujirou Yagyuu seeks to take this coveted position for himself. Joined by Tooi Kagizume no Yuno, a young girl he saved from an army of golems that destroyed her city, Soujirou enters Lithia to battle his way to the title. At the same time, the leaders of the Aureatia Kingdom seek to destabilize Lithia by launching bandits after the convoys of merchandise transiting through the principality. Enraged, Imashime of Taren, the founder of Lithia and defector from Aureatia, sends vicious thief Kasasagi no Dakai to investigate the origin of these attacks. With war on the brink of eruption, no one can predict what influence the contenders for the demon king's throne will have on the coming conflict. Battle royale withiout single main character. Overall Rating: 5/10 27. Bucchigiri?! ぶっちぎり?! [MAPPA] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Delinquents, School Comedy, Fantasy Minato Kai and Siguma Squad, two rival gangs at Ichizu High School, are embroiled in a bitter power struggle. As a transfer student, Arajin Tomoshibi has no interest in getting involved; instead, his priority is finding a girlfriend. Fortunately for him, he is placed next to Mahoro Jin, the prettiest girl in the class who also seems to like him. However, she has an overprotective older brother, Marito—none other than the combative leader of Siguma Squad. Moreover, Arajin's reunion with his childhood friend, Matakara Asamine, spells trouble since Matakara is a member of Minato Kai. With his rotten luck, Arajin also accidentally awakens the genie Senya, known as a Honki Person from ancient legends. Senya takes a shine to him because of the young man's fervent aspiration—despite it only being the loss of his virginity. While Arajin would be the first to flee from a fight, Senya lending him his powers helps the lovesick boy to hold his own against the likes of Marito, although this only raises the interest of both gangs in recruiting him. As the turf wars heat up when a third gang joins the fray, Arajin's involvement may be unavoidable. Delinquent class in 2024 looks alien, but if that's not enough there's a djinni to help in the constant power struggle between gangs. And it actually does not help. Overall Rating: 5/10 28. Gekai Elise Doctor Elise: The Royal Lady with the Lamp 外科医エリーゼ [Maho Film] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Medical, Reincarnation Fantasy, Romance In her first life, the renowned and genius surgeon Dr. Aoi Takamoto was Elise de Clorance, a villainess of noble descent. Elise's selfishness, insolence, and obsessive love for her fiancé—Prince Linden de Romanoff—led to the deaths of her family members and, eventually, herself. Only after being reborn did Elise realize the error of her ways and decide that, instead of ruining lives, she would devote herself to saving them. But a tragic airplane crash robs her of her dreams too soon. By a miracle, Elise wakes up in her original body before her official engagement to Linden. Recognizing the chance to cherish her loving family and free Linden from an unwanted marriage, Elise wishes to use her advanced medical knowledge to continue down the path of saving lives. In a deal with the emperor, Elise is given only six months to prove that her true place is not on the throne, but rather with the wounded and ailing who desperately need her help. Medical variation of isekai SOL. Boring. Overall Rating: 5/10 29. Kyuujitsu no Warumono-san Mr. Villain's Day Off 休日のわるものさん [SynergySP, Shin-Ei Animation] (Finished 2/12) Tags: Iyashikei Fantasy, Slice of Life As a member of a malevolent organization, the General is tasked with invading Earth and wiping out humanity. Even an extraterrestrial being like him, however, needs a chance to rest. Not even the Rangers—a team solely dedicated to defeating the General and his colleagues—will stand in the way of him visiting pandas at the zoo, buying ice cream at the convenience store, and enjoying his well-deserved day off from committing evil deeds. Feels like fusion of Astro Fighter Sunred and Too Cute Crisis. It's relaxing all right, but calling it a masterpiece would be an overkill as it lacks humor tempo and intensity compared to Sunred. Overall Rating: 6/10 30. Saikyou Tank no Meikyuu Kouryaku: Tairyoku 9999 no Rare Skill-mochi Tank, Yuusha Party wo Tsuihou sareru The Strongest Tank's Labyrinth Raids -A Tank with a Rare 9999 Resistance Skill Got Kicked from the Hero's Party- 最強タンクの迷宮攻略 ～体力9999のレアスキル持ちタンク、勇者パーティーを追放される～ [Studio Polon] (Finished 12/12) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Rud is a tank of the Hero's Party and is said to have the highest defense ever in history. The party often does labyrinth raids, but to Rud, it means more than just a raid. To cure his beloved sister's illness, he is in search for the wish-granting treasure that might be hidden in those labyrinths. But one day, the arrogant hero kicks him from the party after an unsuccessful raid attempt, blaming it on his skills whose effects he is still unaware of. With nowhere else to go and nothing to do, he decides to return to his hometown, where his sister is waiting. On his way there, he saves a girl who was being attacked by a monster. Unexpectedly, this girl has an extremely rare skill called "Appraisal." Thanks to her skill, Rud is able to discover the truth behind his unknown skills, which turn out to be very powerful skills. With a defense of 9999 and powerful skills, thus begins the adventure of the strongest tank, Rud! Nice slow growth story in dungeon is always welcome! But why first three episodes are basically useless chitchat of siscon MC with his sister and some other girls... the most important episodes for catching attention are totally wasted. I still lingered, but despite couple ok fights it never got really great. It's even more disappointing due to some cheezing. It's half-baked through and through. Overall Rating: 6/10 31. Isekai de Mofumofu Nadenade suru Tame ni Ganbattemasu. Fluffy Paradise 異世界でもふもふなでなでするためにがんばってます。 [EMT Squared] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Isekai, Reincarnation Adventure, Fantasy Twenty-seven-year-old salarywoman Midori Akitsu suddenly dies in her apartment due to overwork. As her spirit leaves her body, God appears before her, offering Midori a second chance at life in another world called Asdyllon. There, she must observe how badly humans persecute other species and judge if they should continue existing. To help her get started, God grants Midori a special ability: to be liked by all kinds of non-humans—whether it be animals or holy beasts—enabling her to embrace and cuddle them as much as she wants. Now reborn as Nefertima Osfe, a duke's daughter, she enjoys her new life to the fullest alongside her adorable companions. However, it will not be long before she discovers what her task truly entails and that her time in this world will not always be fluffy. Cute child petting cute animals. And I'm not struggling till some middle of it to figure out if it has significant plot at all. Overall Rating: 6/10 32. Himesama "Goumon" no Jikan desu 'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess 姫様“拷問”の時間です [PINE JAM] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shounen Comedy, Fantasy, Gourmet As the commander of the Imperial Army's Third Legion, the Royal Empire's princess has led humanity to countless victories against the demonic Hellhorde. However, she has now been captured by the enemy and confined to the dungeons, with her sentient sword, Ex, as her only company. Due to her royal status, the princess knows invaluable secrets that would help the Hellhorde achieve dominance. To have her reveal all the information they need, the demons do not hesitate to subject the princess to the most vile forms of torture—that is, tempting her with delicious food, lasting friendships, adorable animals, and the most enjoyable experiences imaginable. It does not hide its repeating nature and lack of story, so if you choose to watch it on free will, it should not be disappointing. I would not choose it, though. Overall Rating: 5/10 33. Sengoku Youko: Yonaoshi Kyoudai-hen Sengoku Youko 戦国妖狐 世直し姉弟編 [White Fox] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen Historical, Mythology Action, Adventure, Fantasy Aspiring samurai Shinsuke Hyoudou's world is turned upside down when he witnesses hermit Jinka Yamato and fox girl Tama Youko slay a brigands' lair in the blink of an eye. Tama happens to be katawara, a magically gifted species, who can share her powers with Jinka through a special ritual. Together, they travel the world as vigilantes to stop evil beings, be they katawara or human. As Shinsuke learns more about this new world, he discovers that monks perform inhumane research on spiritually gifted civilians, in the hope of creating human-katawara hybrids that can fight against monsters. Soon joined by Shakuyaku—a girl they manage to save from the monks’ experiments—and other allies, the group embarks on a quest to achieve their respective dreams. Youkai and occultism with setting similar to Utawarerumono are seriously disenchanting for me, so pretty much everything irritates me here, but it's just a matter of taste. Overall Rating: 5/10 34. Momochi-san Chi no Ayakashi Ouji The Demon Prince of Momochi House 百千さん家のあやかし王子 [Drive] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Shoujo Mythology Fantasy, Romance Orphan Himari Momochi's only link to her late parents is the house they secretly bequeathed her, which she does not learn of until her 16th birthday. Thrilled by the opportunity to know more about her family, Himari arrives at the rumored haunted house and is bewildered to find three young men already living there: Aoi Nanamori, who identifies himself as the guardian of the place, and his two familiars, Yukari and Ise. Although they allow her to stay overnight, they warn her to leave the next day so she can avoid harm from ayakashi—wandering spirits that sometimes attack human beings. Surprisingly, Himari is unaffected by her spectral encounters and determined to move in to the residence. After she discovers that Aoi had become guardian unwittingly and is now confined to the property, forgotten by the outside world, her resolve only grows stronger. Touched by his story, Himari decides to find a way to free Aoi from his dim fate, and she convinces the three Momochi House protectors to accept her as their landlady. However, the mysterious Kasha who keeps sending hostile ayakashi to Himari's new home seems to have darker plans for Aoi's future. Reverse harem with youkai. Overall Rating: 5/10 35. Urusei Yatsura (2022) 2nd Season うる星やつら第2期 [David Production] (Finished 1/23) Tags: Shounen Comedy, Romance, Sci-Fi Second season of Urusei Yatsura (2022). Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 36. High Card Season 2 [Studio Hibari] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adult Cast, Organized Crime, Super Power Action, Fantasy Second season of High Card. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 37. Kingdom 5th Season Kingdom: Season 5 キングダム 第5シリーズ [Pierrot, Studio Signpost] (Finished 13/13) Tags: Seinen Historical, Military Action Fifth season of Kingdom. Sequel. Just wow. Change to 13-episode format provided even more intensive density. Overall Rating: 9/10 38. Shaman King: Flowers [Bridge] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen Super Power Action, Adventure, Supernatural The story will center on You and Anna's son, Hana. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 39. Pon no Michi The Way of Pon ぽんのみち [OLM] (Finished 1/12) Tags: CGDCT, Strategy Game Slice of Life, Supernatural When Nashiko Jippensha's mother kicks her out of the house for being too loud, the high school girl needs to find a new place to hang out with her friends. Luckily, Nashiko's father owns a closed-down mahjong parlor that is perfect for her needs. While cleaning out the place, Nashiko discovers a talking bird who introduces himself as a mahjong spirit, encouraging her to try playing the game with her friends. Realizing that they enjoy the game immensely, Nashiko and her friends decide to continue playing and enjoy the new space they have to hang out. Spokon. Overall Rating: 5/10 40. Yuuki Bakuhatsu Bang Bravern Brave Bang Bravern! 勇気爆発バーンブレイバーン [CygamesPictures] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Adult Cast, Mecha, Military, Parody Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi In a world where humanoid armored weapons known as "Titatonostrider" ("TS" for short) are used in warfare, troops from various countries converge on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, including Ao Isami of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and Lewis Smith of the United States Marine Corps. Isami and Smith cross paths during battle, but suddenly, their teams are attacked by an unknown enemy, scattering soldiers and sending their forces into disarray. In order to save their friends and survive on the deadly battlefield, they must fight with every ounce of courage and pride that they can muster. It's full of absurd and parody, so rather trashy. Overall Rating: 5/10 41. Synduality: Noir Part 2 SYNDUALITY Noir 第2クール [8bit] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Mecha Action, Sci-Fi Despite returning victorious from a dangerous struggle, Kanata and his friends have, in a sense, lost a key ally, the amnesiac magus Noir. Having partially recovered her memory, Noir reverted back to her former personality: that of Mystere, who acts in a patronizing manner toward her master Kanata. However, Mystere remembers detecting a signal from Histoire, a mystical city, during her former life as an artificially intelligent magus. Meanwhile, Tokio disappears from Rock Town while hunting down the ghosts of his past; however, shocking revelations await the deeper his search goes. As Kanata, his childhood friend Ellie, and the magus diva Ciel set out for Histoire, a hostile organization named Ideal sends assassins after them. If Kanata wants to stand a chance at accomplishing his dream, he must uncover the unpleasant truth about Ideal—and some of his closest allies. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 42. Meiji Gekken: 1874 明治撃剣－1874－ [Tsumugi Akita Animation Lab] (Finished 6/10) Tags: Historical, Samurai Action Shizuma Origasa, once a renowned samurai in the Aizu Domain, has fallen on hard times following his home region's crushing defeat against the new imperial government. To make ends meet, Shizuma now works as a rickshaw puller in Tokyo. Meanwhile, he tirelessly searches for his missing fiancée, Sumie Kanomata, the younger sister of his close friend Gennosuke, who had entrusted Shizuma with her safety in his final moments. After foiling an assassination plot, Shizuma is hired by the police force, and he uses this opportunity to further his pursuit of Sumie. However, he soon lands in a whirlpool of political conspiracies involving government loyalists, persistent rebels, cunning courtesans, meddlesome foreigners, and even a mysterious yakuza member, Kyoushirou Shuragami. Sort of historical action detective, but mystery is very soon gone, and it becomes pursuit with hunters often exchanging places with preys. For me it's rather tasteless. Overall Rating: 6/10 43. Hikari no Ou 2nd Season The Fire Hunter Season 2 火狩りの王 第2シーズン [Signal.MD] (Finished 1/10) Tags: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy After escaping a violent encounter, Touko finds herself lost in the chaos of a city under invasion by Spiders, a tribe of people with dangerous supernatural abilities. Touko has traveled to the city intending to return the possessions of Haijuu, a fire hunter who died protecting her. She is aided by Haijuu's dog, Kanata, and Akira, a fire hunter who has protected her on her journey so far. When Akira is drawn away by an important task, Touko is swept into the battle's confusion to begin a new journey of her own. Meanwhile, Haijuu's son Koushi fights to defend the city. Though physically unremarkable, Koushi's ingenuity has aided in the development of a few useful weapons. These include a powerful cannon capable of casting down ungodly lightning to smite the invading forces. With such destructive force seen as an offense to the gods, the deity Hibari seeks to stop him. As they are both drawn into the unraveling plans of scheming gods and humans alike, Touko and Koushi struggle to survive. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 44. Gekkan Mousou Kagaku Delusional Monthly Magazine 月刊モー想科学 [OLM] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Workplace Comedy, Fantasy, Mystery Gekkan Mousou Kagaku is set in Most City in an unknown country in a small publishing house that prints a monthly magazine about the most outlandish of things. Everything changes when the staff of the magazine, editor-in-chief Tarou, his assistant Jirou and dog Saburou, meet with scientist Gorou Satou... Senseless mystery with poor comedy. Overall Rating: 5/10 45. Snack Basue スナックバス江 [Studio PuYUKAI] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Seinen Adult Cast, Workplace Comedy Located five stations away from Hokkaido's largest downtown area Susukino. A fun shop called "Snack Bus" can be found run by mama Basue and mama Akemi. Filled with the laughter of the girls and their unusual regulars, you'll be smiling along with them before you know it. Seinen means super tedious yet pretentious chatter. This time with sorry state animation, too. It's best described with its own saying "it was so silly that we did not know how to react". Overall Rating: 5/10 46. Wonderful Precure! わんだふるぷりきゅあ! [Toei Animation] (Finished 1/?) Tags: Mahou Shoujo Action, Fantasy The Wonderful Precure! anime is set in Animal Town, a town where animals and people live together in harmony. Second-year junior high school student Iroha Inukai is best friends with her dog named Komugi. Out for a walk one day, Iroha and Komugi encounter a mysterious creature named Garugaru, who goes on a rampage in the city. Komugi suddenly transforms into a Pretty Cure named Cure Wonderful, to protect Iroha. Precure. Overall Rating: 5/10 47. Cardfight!! Vanguard: Divinez Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez カードファイト!! ヴァンガード DivineZ [Kinema Citrus, GIFTanimation, Studio Jemi] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Strategy Game Action One day, six cards known as the “Six Desires” were born with the power to change fate. Six fighters were chosen, and would come to possess those six cards. What awaited them was the “Fated Clash“, where they would fight each other until the end, and the last one standing would have any wish granted. A youth named Akina Myodo, who wants to help his frail sister, participates in the Fated Clash to have his wish granted. And thus, he throws himself into battles with powerful fighters. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 48. Great Pretender: Razbliuto [Wit Studio] (Finished 1/4) Tags: Adult Cast, Organized Crime Action, Adventure, Mystery Presumed dead, master con artist and recovering amnesiac Dorothy is discovered by Shanghai Longu-bang, a mob who wants payback for her conning them. With no memories and nowhere to go, she must rely on a local crime underboss to elude Taipei’s criminal underworld all while tracking down leads to her mysterious past. Sequel. Overall Rating: 5/10 49. Sand Land: The Series [Sunrise, Anima, Kamikaze Douga] (Finished 1/13) Tags: Shounen Action, Adventure, Fantasy In the far future, war has destroyed the entire Earth, leaving only a barren wasteland where the supply of water is controlled by the greedy king. In search of a long-lost lake, Sheriff Rao asked the king of the demons for help...and got the king's son, Beelzebub, and his assistant, Thief. Together the unlikely trio sets off across the desert, facing dragons, bandits and the deadliest foe of all... the King's army itself! Remake of the movie. Overall Rating: 5/10 50. Kui Cheng Shoufu Cong Youxi Kaishi Losing Money to Be a Tycoon 亏成首富从游戏开始 [Foch Film] (Finished 2/16) Tags: Comedy, Fantasy Pei Qian, an ordinary migrant worker, was accidentally bound to the wealth conversion system, which gave him a good opportunity to spend money in business and start his life over again. However, the system stipulates that you can only earn one yuan if you make a profit of 100 yuan, but all the money you lose can go into your own pocket. In order to lose money, Pei Qian chose the high-risk, money-burning game industry, and deliberately produced "alternative" games that went against the rules of the market. However, he unexpectedly became popular time and time again, earning a lot of money, and painfully became Pei Qian is the "business wizard" admired by everyone, but only Pei Qian understands that I really just want to lose money... Gamified setting about luck, not particularly interesting for me due to absent plot. Overall Rating: 5/10 51. Da Yuzhou Shidai The Age of Cosmos Exploration 大宇宙时代 [Foch Film] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Action, Sci-Fi Humanity is on the brink of extinction due to a cataclysmic natural disaster impacting Earth. The Elite class of humanity began early development on a project called Ark I which is an intergalactic vessel that will support the most important humans on Earth. The inhabitants of this vessel are those of the top 1% of society and were handpicked in secret. The status of whether the take off and search of a habitable planet were successful is still unknown days counting up to Earth's doom. MC Zhang Heng is hired as part of a bandit squad who hacks systems in return for a favor from the boss. All goes well until they come under fire from a mysterious crew of powerful black cloaked soldiers. Zhang Heng is faced with a choice to follow these soldiers and discover the mystery of Ark I or face his demise with Earth. Some terribly boring sci-fi survival. Overall Rating: 5/10 52. Yi Ren Jun Moye Otherworldly Evil Monarch 异人君莫邪 [DC Impression Vision] (Finished 1/12) Tags: Reincarnation Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy The story of how the ace agent Jun Xie is accidentally reborn as Jun Moye, a good-for-nothing son of the Tianxiang Kingdom in the Xuanxuan Continent. While saving his family from crisis, he also wields the sword to eliminate evil in the world, and eventually writes a legendary story. Isekai into typical wuxia world with silly Chinese antics. Overall Rating: 5/10 53. Shenlong Xing Zhu 神龙星主 [Ruo Hong Culture] (Finished 1/48) Tags: Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi Gu Zhengfeng was originally a dragon guarding the Dragon Star. He was seriously injured in an ancient battle with alien enemies and fell into a long sleep. Time flies. Gu Zhengfeng, who wakes up again, finds that the Dragon Star has changed a lot. The once revered dragon has become an evil dragon. In order to investigate the truth and retrieve the treasure hidden in the Dragon King Academy, Gu Zhengfeng transforms into a human and enters the Dragon King Academy as a mentor. However, he accidentally becomes a teacher of the Dragon Slayer Department. For this reason, Gu Zhengfeng teaches students carefully while trying to find the treasure. Yet another typical wuxia-like substance recycled in same proportions as usual. Overall Rating: 5/10 54. Bai Jia Jue Zhi: Jianghu Gui Shi Lu 百家诀之江湖诡事录 [iQIYI] (Finished 16/16) Tags: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi In the future city, science and robots have become necessities in people's lives. The research, development and use of technology maintain a delicate balance between the scientific ethics committee, the technology chaebol, and the third-party security system company Mosh. Wang Xiaoyun, the only son of the Wang Group, was assassinated by an illegal robot while he was out hunting. Everyone in his entourage was spared. The balance of power has been broken, and the undercurrent is surging. Bai Wuxie, captain of the 24th Operation Team in charge of public security, found Zhang Bingyi and Shang Weiyang, consultants who are good at mechanical networks, to assist in the investigation. After several on-site investigations, it was discovered that the murderer turned out to be a product of the "robot oligarchy" Aibozer Company. At the same time, Mosh also encountered a security crisis, and everything seemed to be driven by someone behind the scenes. Zhang Bingyi, Bai Wuxie and Mo Shangshuang from Mosh Company were forced to form a special operations team to find out the truth behind the scenes. Mystery investigation action with concept resembling that from GiTS, but execution and characters are super boring, so it becomes just travelling through dark buildings and picking constant martial art fights. Overall Rating: 5/10 55. Huo Shen: Tianqi Zhizi Huo Shen: The Burning Man 火神之天启之子 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 56. Bloody Escape: Jigoku no Tousou Geki BLOODY ESCAPE -地獄の逃走劇- [Polygon Pictures] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Organized Crime, Vampire Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Supernatural After human experimentation turns Kisaragi into a cyborg, he finds himself pressured by multiple organizations: An undying convent of vampires bent on the conquest of Tokyo, and an immortal order of knights, and a group of Yakuza, sword to avenge the killing of their leader. "I might not have any reason to live, but that's no reason to let them kill me." Kisaragi will have to use his cyborg-body and his unique "blood," as well as anything else he can to make his big escape!!! Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 57. Jiangtun: Feng Shi Wu Dance With the Finless Promise 江豚·风时舞 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 58. Dayu The Storm 大雨 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Adventure, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 59. Wu Chuang Yinxing Dao 误闯隐形岛 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 60. Ba Bi Na Zha Cheng de Chuanshuo 八臂哪吒城的传说 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Historical Action, Adventure, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10 61. Huang Pi: Tian Jiang Caishen Mao Huang Pi: God of Money 黄貔：天降财神猫 [-] (Finished 0/1) Tags: Anthropomorphic Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy - Not found. Overall Rating: 0/10