Archive Season
Explore the archived Spring 2004 anime lineup and open the deeper guide pages for any title in the season.
Spring 2004Manglobe
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In an alternate Edo period Japan, a determined young woman sets out to find a mysterious samurai and unexpectedly winds up traveling with two very different swordsmen. One is a fierce, unpredictable fighter whose movements recall street dance, while the other is a disciplined, classical ronin with a refined technique,…
Spring 2004Madhouse
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Monster follows Dr. Kenzou Tenma, a gifted neurosurgeon whose single ethical decision upends his career and forces him to reconsider what it means to do the right thing. The choice he makes has far reaching consequences that strip away his social standing and drag him into a growing web of mystery. Years later, the ec…
Spring 2004Gonzo
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After a shocking event, Kei Kurono awakens in an unfamiliar room alongside several other bewildered people and a large, enigmatic black sphere. The device supplies weapons and suits, then sends them into hostile, shifting environments where survival hinges on quick thinking and cooperation. Kei pairs with his childhoo…
Spring 2004A.C.G.T.
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Initial D Fourth Stage follows Takumi Fujiwara as he joins forces with Ryousuke and Keisuke Takahashi to form Project D, a dedicated team focused on mastering high speed street racing. The series tracks their efforts to refine driving technique, test racing theories, and take on formidable opponents across challenging…
Spring 2004Madhouse
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For Souichiro Nagi and Bob Makihara, high school is less about classes and more about proving themselves as the best fighters at an academy devoted to martial arts. Toudou Academy’s student body is filled with formidable combatants, and clashes with established upperclassmen like Masataka Takayanagi and Maya Natsume q…
Spring 2004Studio Pierrot
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Seiji Sawamura is a feared high school tough whose reputation and unruly right hand make approaching girls nearly impossible. One morning he wakes to find that hand transformed into a pint sized girl named Midori Kasugano, who quietly confesses she’s liked him for years. With both of them uncomfortable with the odd ar…
Spring 2004Studio Deen
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A typical Japanese teenager is suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a parallel, medieval like realm where he is unexpectedly declared the next Demon King. Struggling with the weight of a title he never wanted, he encounters skepticism from those who doubt his worth and must prove himself beyond first impre…
Spring 2004TMS Entertainment
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Aishiteruze Baby★★ follows a carefree high schooler who is suddenly tasked with caring for his five year old cousin, upending his bachelor lifestyle. Unprepared for parenting duties, he must juggle school, friendships, and the practical realities of looking after a child. The little girl is withdrawn after a family se…
Spring 2004A.C.G.T.
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Koi Kaze follows Saeki Koushirou, a wedding planner whose personal life has been marked by emotional distance and failed relationships. A chance meeting with a much younger woman stirs feelings he thought long buried, forcing him to confront desires that unsettle his orderly existence. When an unexpected family connec…
Spring 2004Sunrise
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When a small, frog like alien squadron's scout becomes stranded on Earth, he takes refuge in the household of the Hinata family, upending their quiet lives with absurd schemes and slapstick mishaps. Tasked with a grand plan of conquest, the well meaning but lazy sergeant finds his ambitions repeatedly derailed by dome…
Spring 2004Gonzo
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In a near future Tokyo where public safety has fractured and weapons have become commonplace, a special police force and a shadowy underworld vie for control of the streets. Kyohei Tachibana is a talented pastry student saving for a future in France when an offer from four young mercenaries forces him to reconsider hi…
Spring 2004Gainax, Shaft
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Takeru Takemoto is a hard‑working high school student whose routine life as a bike courier is upended by an uncanny encounter in the woods. A radiant figure calling herself Hikari appears under mysterious circumstances, and their meeting quickly draws violent attention from a bizarre creature. In the chaos both reveal…
Spring 2004G&G Entertainment
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Ragnarök The Animation follows young swordsman Roan and his devoted companion Yufa as they set out to confront a spreading darkness threatening their world. Their quest carries them across varied landscapes and into perilous encounters with monsters and magic, drawing other skilled allies into their circle. Along the…
Spring 2004Actas, Synergy Japan
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Mermaid Melody Pichi Pichi Pitch Pure follows a group of mermaid princesses whose bonds are tested as the human world pulls people away and life begins to change. Lucia, Hanon, and Rina must navigate shifting relationships and uncertain futures while leaning on their shared music and friendship. When a mysterious figu…
Spring 2004Bee Train
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Madlax follows two women whose lives run on very different tracks: a highly skilled mercenary operating amid a brutal civil conflict, and a reserved woman leading a calm, sheltered existence in a distant nation. Their separate paths become entwined by a mysterious book and the machinations of a secretive group known a…
Spring 2004Studio 4°C
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Arusu is a spirited girl convinced that magic is real, until she is abruptly swept into a strange realm governed by an elite of witches. In this new world, native sprite creatures are being captured and exploited, and the local power structure is far from benevolent. Resolute and curious, Arusu sets out to change thin…
Spring 2004Studio Comet
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Mutsu Enmei Ryuu Gaiden: Shura no Toki follows the legacy of a feared and revered unarmed martial tradition passed down through three generations of the Mutsu family. Each heir faces a series of increasingly formidable opponents, testing skill, discipline, and resolve in brutal one on one confrontations. The series fo…
Spring 2004Daume
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Hanaukyou Maid tai: La Verite follows Taro Hanaukyo as he arrives at his grandfather’s vast island estate and unexpectedly becomes its new master. Among the countless attendants is the composed and elegant Mariel, whose presence challenges Taro’s inexperience and composure. The series mixes broad comedy and romantic a…
Spring 2004Studio Pierrot
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Saiyuuki Reload Gunlock follows a rugged quartet Genjo Sanzo, Cho Hakkai, Sha Gojyo, and Son Goku as they press onward across a dangerous landscape to halt a looming demonic threat. Their trek toward the west tests not only their combat skills but also fragile bonds that fray under pressure. Along the way they clash w…
Spring 2004Bones
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On a waterlogged Mars where cities drift like islands, survival is a daily struggle amid scarce jobs and scarce food. The planet’s social order frays as privateers and state forces clash over resources and authority, using specialized mecha to pursue their aims. When an opportunistic young mechanic crosses paths with…
Spring 2004Imagin, Studio Live
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Naoto Ooizumi is a shy scriptwriter for a popular tokusatsu style series who tries to keep his off screen role under wraps while navigating his feelings for one of the show's lead actresses, Natsumi Yagami. Mitsuki Ikuta, the pragmatic producer, is one of the few who knows Naoto's double life and often finds herself m…
Spring 2004J.C.Staff
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Boukyaku no Senritsu follows Bokka, a curious youth in a world shaped by a past war between humans and monsters, who becomes entwined with Kurofune and the secretive force known as the Meros. When Bokka unexpectedly senses the same mysterious song that only warriors once perceived, he is pulled into a journey across a…
Spring 2004Tezuka Productions
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Hi no Tori follows a recurring, enigmatic phoenix across standalone stories that range from prehistoric pasts to distant futures, linking disparate eras through its presence. Each episode explores human conflicts and aspirations ambition, compassion, and the search for meaning through dramatic, adventure driven narrat…
Spring 2004OLM, AIC ASTA
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Shinkon Gattai Godannar!! 2nd Season continues the action packed, romantic mecha comedy as relationships and giant robot battles take center stage. The series balances lighthearted moments and fanservice with moments of high stakes sci fi conflict, keeping the tone energetic and often playful. Returning characters mus…
Spring 2004J.C.Staff
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Sensei no Ojikan: Dokidoki School Hours follows Suzuki Mika, a 27 year old high school teacher whose diminutive stature and youthful looks lead to constant misunderstandings in the classroom. Despite her competence and good intentions, students and colleagues frequently misjudge her authority, setting the stage for li…
Spring 2004Toei Animation
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Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle follows young Mantaro, known as Kid Muscle, as he is drawn into a high stakes wrestling tournament that mixes outlandish sci fi elements with broad comedy and athletic spectacle. Reluctant yet determined, Mantaro must face a series of increasingly bizarre and dangerous challenges des…
Spring 2004Imagin, Studio Live
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Mitsuki Ikuta is a young film staffer whose youthful style and bubbly manner often lead others to underestimate her. When she's unexpectedly named lead producer on a glossy hero movie a genre many regard as lowbrow she resolves to deliver a standout project despite the doubts around her. The series follows her efforts…
Spring 2004Palm Studio
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Set in postwar Japan, Tetsujin 28 gou follows a young boy who becomes entwined with a powerful robot created amid rapid technological change. As he navigates the responsibilities and dangers that come with controlling such a machine, hidden ties to the recent conflict surface around the institute behind its developmen…
Spring 2004Creators Dot Com
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Pugyuru follows a normal high school girl whose quiet life is upended after she encounters Cheko, a peculiar maid from a village where maids possess bizarre talents. Together they navigate a parade of oddball visitors from a snow fairy with an aversion to cold to a talking giant squid each encounter more absurd than t…
Spring 2004Studio Hibari
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Shobu returns after three years of training to rejoin his friends in the Battle Arena, ready to put his new skills to the test. A powerful new duelist and his followers arrive, raising the stakes and pushing the group into intense kaijudo confrontations. As friendships and rivalries are challenged, Shobu must rely on…
Spring 2004Tokyo Kids
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Dan Doh!! follows a spirited young athlete who, after a chance encounter, discovers a talent for golf that pulls him far beyond casual play. Guided by a seasoned former pro, he trains hard and learns the skills, discipline, and strategies that the sport demands. Alongside friends and rivals, he faces increasingly chal…
Spring 2004Gallop
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In a world where a toy company turns mysterious crystals containing traces of monster DNA into a hit battle game, young Shu is given one such "soul figure" by his father after a baseball match. He soon discovers his particular figure can do more than just display images it has the power to bring the creatures known as…
Spring 2004Yumeta Company
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A gentle slice of life series that follows Mametarou as he navigates everyday life alongside his girlfriend, Hanako. Mametarou’s unusual background shapes some of his experiences, but the story stays focused on small moments and personal connections rather than grand events. Each episode highlights casual interactions…
Spring 2004Studio Deen
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In a near future where humanity faces relentless assaults from mysterious creatures known as the Bug chine, specially equipped pilots called AMDrivers are humanity’s frontline defense. Using cutting edge AM technology, these pilots link with powerful armored vehicles to confront threats conventional weapons cannot tou…
Spring 2004Bee Media, Synergy Japan
TV / Spring 2004
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Panda Z: The Robonimation follows the playful exploits of young Pan Taron and his pint sized but powerful robot, Panda Z, as they navigate a colorful world of quirky encounters and high energy gadgetry. The series blends slapstick comedy with light science fiction, featuring imaginative machines, exaggerated battles,…
Spring 2004Studio Comet
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A cheerful slice of life series about a close knit group of seven kids and their fluffy, sheep like companion as they explore everyday adventures together. Bonded by curiosity and creativity, the friends form a little reporting crew, documenting happenings around their neighborhood in imaginative ways. The show highli…
Spring 2004
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Jagainu kun follows the gentle, whimsical days of a small creature who is part dog and part potato, navigating a cheerful world filled with similarly oddball friends. Each episode presents short, self contained adventures and everyday moments that highlight curiosity, play, and the comforts of companionship. The serie…
Spring 2004Studio Hibari
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Zettai Zetsumei Dangerous Jiisan follows an over the top grandfather whose chaotic attempts to protect his world lead to nonstop slapstick adventures. His unconventional methods and penchant for messy, gross out gags drive a steady stream of absurd situations that keep the tone light and playful. A long suffering gran…
Spring 2004Nippon Animation
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Sore Ike! Zukkoke Sannin gumi follows three sixth grade boys Hachibei, Hakase, and Mo chan as they navigate everyday life with boundless curiosity and a knack for getting into humorous scrapes. Each episode tracks their small scale adventures around town and school, where quick thinking and friendship are often the ke…
Spring 2004CinePix
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When rising seas force humanity to live on a single island, a group of children set out beneath the waves to chart a changed world. With a trusty submarine and helpful robot companions, they explore vibrant marine realms and uncover signs of a long buried underwater civilization. Their discoveries offer a chance for a…
Spring 2004Polygon Pictures
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Genki Genki Non tan (2004) is a bright, energetic series built around short, playful episodes that follow the everyday adventures of a cheerful young protagonist and their friends. Each installment focuses on simple, child friendly themes like friendship, curiosity, and imaginative play, presented with lively visuals…
Spring 2004
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Pants Pankurou is a short form comedy series made for young children that follows the everyday misadventures of a cheerful little character learning new routines. Each brief episode uses gentle humor and bright visuals to explore the small victories and occasional setbacks of growing up. The show emphasizes simple les…
Spring 2004
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Morizo to Kikkoro follows two forest fairies who live in the peaceful Kasho Forest and share its small wonders with visitors. Morizo is a centuries old, gentle guardian whose quiet wisdom balances Kikkoro’s boundless curiosity and playful energy. Together they explore the woods, discovering plants, animals, and the si…
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