Archive Season
Explore the archived Spring 2014 anime lineup and open the deeper guide pages for any title in the season.
Spring 2014Madhouse
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No Game No Life follows brilliant shut in gamers Sora and Shiro, a step sibling duo famed online for their unbeaten teamwork, after they are whisked away to a strange realm where conflicts and power are settled by games rather than war. Ruled by a capricious deity who enforces these rules, the world forces newcomers t…
Spring 2014Production I.G
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After seeing a legendary player in action, determined underdog Shouyou Hinata becomes obsessed with volleyball and refuses to let his short stature stop him. He joins Karasuno High School's team only to find Tobio Kageyama the talented rival who once dominated him sitting on the same side of the net. The pair must ove…
Spring 2014David Production
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After a young man locks himself away, convinced an otherworldly force has taken hold of him, his family rallies to uncover the truth behind his strange power. They soon learn these manifestations called Stands grant terrifying abilities and draw their bearers into deadly confrontations. When a loved one falls ill from…
Spring 2014Madhouse
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In a near future world where spellcraft has been formalized into a technology and taught like any other discipline, young magicians train at specialized schools. First High School divides its pupils by exam results, creating a visible gap between the elite and the reserves. The story centers on siblings Tatsuya and Mi…
Spring 2014A-1 Pictures, Bridge
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After the crescendo of the Grand Magic Games, Fairy Tail picks up with the guild riding a hard won momentum. Key figures like Natsu and Gajeel find themselves bolstered by recent successes, but new dangers quickly emerge. A cloaked stranger and the enigmatic Eclipse Gate introduce unsettling mysteries that push the gr…
Spring 2014Kinema Citrus, Orange
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Black Bullet is a sci‑fi action series set in a near future where humanity is forced to shelter behind massive Varanium walls to hold back a deadly parasitic threat called the Gastrea. Society relies on paired teams of young girls with virus derived abilities, called Initiators, and their adult partners, Promoters, to…
Spring 2014Production IMS
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Date A Live II follows Shidou Itsuka as he carries on an unusual mission: disarming powerful, otherworldly beings known as Spirits by winning their trust and forming romantic bonds to suppress their destructive abilities. Working with the organization Ratatoskr, he seeks out new Spirits while navigating delicate inter…
Spring 2014Shaft
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Mekakucity Actors follows shut in teenager Shintarou Kisaragi and the lively digital presence Ene who inhabits his computer, whose lives are upended when a mundane mishap forces them outside. A chance encounter during a public incident brings them into contact with the Mekakushi Dan, a group of adolescents who possess…
Spring 2014Tatsunoko Production
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Makoto "Smile" Tsukimoto and Yutaka "Peco" Hoshino are lifelong friends and talented ping pong players whose contrasting personalities drive both their bond and their rivalry. Peco plays with flashy confidence but often shirks discipline, while Smile hides exceptional ability behind a quiet reluctance to unleash it. A…
Spring 2014Brain's Base
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Kazunari Usa moves out on his own for the first time and takes a room in the eccentric Kawai Complex, expecting a quiet start to independence. He quickly finds that the building’s residents are a colorful mix of oddballs, each with their own quirky habits and interpersonal dramas. Amid the chaos, Kazunari becomes intr…
Spring 2014Bones
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In a land still healing from a long, brutal conflict, former saboteur Tooru Acura struggles to find his place in peacetime until he encounters a mysterious white haired wizard named Chaika carrying a coffin. Chaika hires Tooru and his adoptive sister Akari to help her travel the continent and recover scattered remains…
Spring 2014Arms
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Gokukoku no Brynhildr follows Ryouta Murakami, a high school student haunted by a childhood tragedy and determined to uncover the truth behind it. His routine life is upended when a mysterious transfer student named Neko Kuroha appears, bearing an uncanny resemblance to his lost friend and displaying strange abilities…
Spring 2014Studio Pierrot
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Two neighboring realms live by opposite skies: the Sun Kingdom basks in endless daylight while the Rain Dukedom’s people can call down rain with their voices. Livius, a young and powerful ruler whose campaigns have reshaped the continent, arranges a marriage with Nike, a rain princess sent to his court. Rumors paint h…
Spring 2014Brain's Base
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Sixteen year old Yuuki Hase musters the courage to approach the quiet, distant Kaori Fujimiya and invite her to be his friend. Though she rebuffs him at first, he keeps seeking her out and the two begin to share small moments on the school rooftop. Their bond grows steadily, yet Kaori repeatedly retreats for reasons s…
Spring 2014Artland
TV / Spring 2014
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Mushishi Zoku Shou follows Ginko, a wandering specialist who studies and mediates between humans and mysterious lifeforms called Mushi. Each episode presents a self contained story about people whose lives are altered by encounters with these elusive entities, blending quiet observation with subtle supernatural elemen…
Spring 2014Zexcs
TV / Spring 2014
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Mangaka san to Assistant san to The Animation follows Aito Yuuki, an outspoken manga artist whose work leans heavily on risqué humor and visual fanservice, and the group of women who help him bring his comics to life. Much of the series centers on the everyday interactions in the studio, where professional collaborati…
Spring 2014Diomedéa
TV / Spring 2014
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Akuma no Riddle is set at an elite girls' boarding school where a secret competition turns a single class into a circle of would be assassins. One student, Haru Ichinose, becomes the reluctant target, and newcomer Tokaku Azuma sent to eliminate her unexpectedly chooses to defend the girl instead. As rival classmates c…
Spring 2014Sunrise
TV / Spring 2014
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In the second season, the school idol group μ's returns to pursue a bigger, more competitive Love Live! while facing the pressures of an approaching graduation. As the girls prepare new performances and refine their teamwork, they must also confront difficult decisions about the group's future and their individual pat…
Spring 2014A-1 Pictures
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Ryuugajou Nanana no Maizoukin is set on a purpose built island founded by famed adventurers as a place where young people can pursue their ambitions. After being cast out by his family, high schooler Juugo Yama relocates there and unexpectedly encounters the ghost of Nanana Ryuugajou, who remains tied to the island fo…
Spring 2014White Fox
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Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka? follows an upbeat girl who moves away from home and becomes involved with a cozy café and its eclectic staff. She quickly forms bonds with a quiet girl who keeps a mysterious companion, a disciplined former military type, a laid back rival café worker, and a proud young woman with hidden st…
Spring 2014Polygon Pictures
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Sidonia no Kishi is a science fiction series set aboard a massive generation ship carrying the last remnants of humanity as they flee a relentless alien threat. The story follows Nagate Tanikaze, a young man raised in isolation who emerges into a complex society and is soon pulled into its military defenses. Alongside…
Spring 2014C-Station
TV / Spring 2014
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At a prestigious academy where students form bonds with dragons, first year Ash Blake arrives eager but finds himself unable to summon his partner. When his dragon finally manifests, it takes an unexpected humanlike form a confident young woman who immediately upends the usual master servant dynamic. Their uneasy alli…
Spring 2014Bones
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At the Death Weapon Meister Academy, students who can transform into weapons and those who wield them train to master both power and control. Rather than the elite combat track, this story follows pupils learning to manage their abilities and fit into school life without endangering themselves or others. Tsugumi Harud…
Spring 2014Toei Animation
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Dragon Ball Kai (2014) presents a streamlined, updated take on the franchise's later storyline, with refreshed visuals and tighter pacing. The series blends high energy battles, lighthearted comedy, and fantastical set pieces as familiar characters face escalating challenges. It emphasizes teamwork, personal growth, a…
Spring 2014Hoods Entertainment
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Souta Hatate can see colored “flags” above people that mark pivotal moments in their lives, and he can remove those flags to change what will happen. Haunted by a past accident that left him isolated, he keeps others at arm’s length until a transfer to a new school shifts his routine. When classmate Nanami notices his…
Spring 2014Studio Pierrot
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Eiichirou Maruo is a disciplined honor student who joins his high school's tennis club to add some physical activity to his routine. There he encounters Natsu Takasaki, an earnest first year aiming for a professional career, whose passion for the sport contrasts with Eiichirou's pragmatic approach. Applying the same m…
Spring 2014SynergySP
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Initial D Final Stage follows the climactic showdown between Takumi Fujiwara and a new young rival, Shinji Inui, on a notorious mountain pass. Both drivers pilot the same model of car, and Shinji’s local knowledge and unbeaten record on the Tsubaki Line make him a daunting opponent. The race unfolds with tense, techni…
Spring 2014J.C.Staff
TV / Spring 2014
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When shy schoolgirl Ruuko Kominato acquires a mysterious WIXOSS card deck, she finds more than a game inside: her LRIG card contains a living, companion like girl. Drawn into a secret variant of the card battles, Ruuko and other players called Selectors compete for the chance to have their deepest wishes granted. The…
Spring 2014Brain's Base
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When a high school senior is whisked away from her ordinary life by a mysterious blade, she finds herself in a realm where gods walk among mortals. Charged with an unlikely task, she must teach a group of aloof young deities what it means to be human. As she navigates their immortal personalities and growing connectio…
Spring 2014Gonzo
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Blade & Soul follows Alka, a skilled assassin whose life is upended when the woman responsible for her master's death reappears. Driven by a need for answers and haunted by her training, Alka sets out across a world of clashing blades and hidden powers. Along the way she crosses paths with three formidable women, each…
Spring 2014Production I.G, Xebec
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In the continent of Cruzon, tensions between neighboring nations escalate toward open conflict as armies prepare for war. Most people channel a versatile power drawn from quartz, a skill that shapes society and warfare alike except for Rygart Arrow, who cannot access that ability. When Rygart becomes linked to a dorma…
Spring 2014Seven
TV / Spring 2014
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Inugami san to Nekoyama san follows the spirited interactions between Yachiyo Inugami, an outgoing cat enthusiast, and Suzu Nekoyama, a shy dog devotee, as their contrasting personalities spark an unusual but charming connection. Their everyday encounters quickly escalate into over the top, comedic situations that hig…
Spring 2014TNK
TV / Spring 2014
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When enigmatic invaders known as the Penguin Empire threaten humanity, a clandestine defense group unveils Daimidaler, a powerful experimental mecha built to turn the tide. The team selects Koichi Madanbashi, a hot blooded high schooler whose unusual energy signature makes him a perfect if unconventional pilot. A mix…
Spring 2014Gallop
TV / Spring 2014
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Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Arc V follows Yuuya Sakaki, a spirited duelist who dreams of bringing joy to others through flashy, crowd pleasing matches known as Entertainment Dueling. In a world where Action Duels let players literally soar alongside their Duel Monsters thanks to advanced Solid Vision technology, Yuuya’s life is shaped…
Spring 2014Bones
TV / Spring 2014
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Captain Earth follows high schooler Manatsu Daichi as he investigates a strange celestial phenomenon that draws him to a remote island just before summer vacation. Haunted by memories surrounding his father's unexplained death, Daichi's quiet life is upended when he crosses paths with enigmatic youths and a facility c…
Spring 2014Studio Gokumi
TV / Spring 2014
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In a world slowly dimming under a creeping twilight, two young alchemists find themselves paired in a remote town's struggling Development Department. Escha brings warm practicality and provincial know how, while Logy arrives with formal training and a quiet determination to apply his research in the field. Together t…
Spring 2014Satelight, C2C
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M3: Sono Kuroki Hagane follows a group of young people who once shared a traumatic encounter in a shadowed dimension and are later reunited to pilot armored machines against encroaching otherworldly threats. As they confront monstrous manifestations emerging from that void, the team grapples with the limits of their t…
Spring 2014J.C.Staff, A.C.G.T.
TV / Spring 2014
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Fuuun Ishin Dai☆Shougun reimagines late Edo Japan in an alternate timeline where foreign incursions were driven off by a long dormant, colossal machine, and the social order that followed never gave way to the Meiji reforms. The series blends historical motifs with larger than life mecha action and heightened theatric…
Spring 2014TYO Animations
TV / Spring 2014
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Kanade transfers to Seisou Gakuin and becomes involved with the school's orchestra club, where rehearsals and deadlines shape everyday life. As the ensemble prepares for a major competition, she works alongside classmates whose personalities and talents challenge and inspire her. Through shared practice and performanc…
Spring 2014Toei Animation
TV / Spring 2014
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Kindaichi Shounen no Jikenbo Returns follows high school student Hajime Kindaichi, a young detective with a knack for unraveling puzzles, as he confronts a string of baffling crimes. When a routine trip to Hong Kong for a fashion event turns dangerous after his girlfriend Miyuki is abducted, Kindaichi must race to fin…
Spring 2014TMS Entertainment
TV / Spring 2014
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When Toshiki Kai finds that everyone has forgotten Aichi Sendou, he is drawn into a puzzling mystery that upends his expectations of a peaceful aftermath. A strange vision and the sudden appearance of Aichi’s Royal Paladin deck set Kai on a path of challenges that force friends to confront their lost memories. Through…
Spring 2014Gainax
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Mahou Shoujo Taisen follows a group of magical girls who each embody the spirit of different towns across Japan as they face escalating conflicts that threaten their communities. Blending dynamic action with character focused moments, the series explores how responsibility and local identity shape their abilities and…
Spring 2014Gathering
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Gudetama is an unenthusiastic egg whose defining trait is chronic lethargy and a fondness for staying put. Episodes are built from short, food centered vignettes in which cooks and friends attempt to prepare or motivate it, leading to deadpan, playful humor. The series leans on everyday frustrations and kitchen antics…
Spring 2014Studio Comet, Zexcs
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Lady Jewel follows Momona, a junior high girl unexpectedly swept into Jewel Land and enrolled as a candidate to become the next Lady Jewel. Paired with Ruby, a white rabbit who serves as her mentor and companion, Momona must complete a series of tasks that test her courage and heart. Along the way she encounters rival…
Spring 2014Sunrise
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Keroro follows the misadventures of a pint sized alien sergeant and his eccentric platoon as they try and repeatedly fail to carry out their mission on Earth. Balancing slapstick humor with imaginative sci fi concepts, the series mixes domestic situations and outlandish gadgets to create a lighthearted, fast paced ton…
Spring 2014Toei Animation
TV / Spring 2014
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Majin Bone follows high schooler Shougo Ryuujin, an otherwise ordinary teen who suddenly gains the power to transform into the Bone Fighter Dragonbone using a mysterious Bone Card. As creatures from the Dark Bone emerge to threaten Earth, Shougo joins other White Bone warriors to defend humanity. The series balances a…
Spring 2014Toei Animation
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Abarenbou Rikishi!! Matsutarou follows the life of Matsutarou Sakaguchi, a towering, rough hewn man whose raw power sets him apart from those around him. Rather than being driven by lofty ambitions or inspirational speeches, he navigates challenges with a blunt, easygoing attitude that often complicates his path. Draw…
Spring 2014Toei Animation
TV / Spring 2014
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Marvel Disk Wars: The Avengers follows a team of iconic heroes Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, the Hulk, and Spider Man who must cooperate with a group of resourceful teenagers to confront a growing supernatural threat. The series blends fast paced action with moments of teamwork and problem solving as the heroes and…
Spring 2014DLE
TV / Spring 2014
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Kantoku Fuyuki Todoki is a gentle, observational comedy that chronicles the small, often absurd moments of married life between a manga artist and her equally passionate partner. The series leans into everyday routines, fandom quirks, and creative tensions, finding humor in the ordinary rather than in dramatic plot tu…
Spring 2014Bones
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Four ordinary teens Guren, Ceylan, Toxsa, and Chooki are drawn into a cube shaped world of living bricks where they are chosen to become the new Tenkai Knights. Balancing school life with high energy missions, they unlock powerful armor and vehicles to confront a rising threat that endangers both worlds. The series bl…
Spring 2014OLM
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When a regular elementary schoolboy is pulled into the vivid realm of Dragon Earth, he must quickly adapt to a world where gods, humans, and monsters coexist. Armed with a mystical grimoire and a deck of summoning cards, he joins the ranks of Dracolle Battlers who seek out dragon imbued treasures and powerful companio…
Spring 2014Tatsunoko Production, Dongwoo A&E
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Pretty Rhythm: All Star Selection follows Laala Manaka as she works toward her dream of becoming a professional idol, learning the skills and discipline the role requires. To help her progress, three experienced performers Aira, Mia, and Naru take on mentorship roles, sharing techniques and stagecraft. The series weav…
Spring 2014OLM Digital, Sprite Animation Studios
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Pac World follows the everyday adventures of Pac, a spirited young hero who balances the ups and downs of adolescence with the responsibility of defending his home. Alongside friends Cyli and Spiral, he confronts mischievous specters and the looming threat of Betrayus while learning what it means to grow up under pres…
Spring 2014TMS Entertainment
TV / Spring 2014
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In Big Money City, public competitions called Hero Battles let players don rented hero suits through a handheld device and face off for prizes and prestige. Kaito Goushou, a kindhearted elementary schooler, impulsively accepts a contract for a powerful, unlisted suit called "Enter the Gold" from a shady priest. He soo…
Spring 2014Studio Deen, Studio Hibari
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Meshimase Lodoss tou Senki: Sorette Oishii no? follows two ardent fans determined to stage a Lodoss inspired drama for their school festival. Their enthusiasm collides with the realities of casting, rehearsal, and persuading classmates with very different interests. As preparations unfold, a string of humorous mishaps…
Spring 2014Xebec, OLM
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Faiya Orega is a spirited boy obsessed with competitive Oreca duels whose life changes when a mysterious treasure chest, Pandora, awakens the ability to call Oreca creatures into reality. Thrust into a larger conflict, he must learn to trust his instincts, master his summons, and grow as both a strategist and a friend…
Spring 2014CoMix Wave Films
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Ichitarou Takahashi reluctantly takes a job anchoring World Fool News, a struggling late night broadcast known more for its oddball crew than its viewer numbers. Tasked with presenting the show's eccentric segments, he must navigate a workplace where quirky personalities and unexpected incidents are part of the daily…
Spring 2014Ascension
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Duel Masters VS follows Katta Kirifuda, a once dominant duelist who has drifted away from the game and now spends his days dreaming of curry bread. His routine is upended when he crosses paths with Hokaben, a talented baseball player with a mysterious edge, and reunites with childhood friend Lulu Takigawa. Their encou…
Spring 2014Doga Kobo
TV / Spring 2014
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The second season returns to the gentle, everyday world of a lovable pet and the people around them, expanding on the quiet warmth and low key humor that defined the series. Episodes focus on small, relatable moments playful mishaps, tender domestic scenes, and the steady comforts of friendship. The tone remains light…
Spring 2014OLM
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GO GO Tamagotchi! follows a lively group of digital creatures as they explore a colorful, whimsical world full of surprises and play. Each episode centers on small adventures, humorous mishaps, and the everyday challenges of growing up together. Lighthearted fantasy elements and imaginative settings provide plenty of…
Spring 2014Egg
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KutsuDaru follows Nekota Kaoru, a middle school girl in a quiet Tokyo suburb who navigates everyday life while quietly seeing Imadoki youkai modern spirits that linger around town. As she balances school, family, and the small mysteries that crop up, Kaoru learns to understand the strange creatures and the ways they a…
Spring 2014Kachidoki Studio
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Neko no Dayan follows the curious cat Dayan, who travels from Earth to the enchanted Wachi Field by way of snow magic. Wachi Field is a quaint, separate realm where time moves differently and a gentle cast of animals and fairies fill the days with playful adventures. As Dayan explores this slow paced world, everyday d…
Spring 2014
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Neko Pitcher follows Mi Tarou, a cheerful cat who takes the mound with boundless enthusiasm and a flair for the unexpected. Each game and practice brings a new gag or oddball challenge, blending lighthearted comedy with the rhythms of youth sports. The series highlights teamwork, determination, and the everyday trials…
Spring 2014Fanworks
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Choubakuretsu Ijigen Menko Battle: Gigant Shooter Tsukasa follows young Tsukasa as he trains to rise through the ranks of Gigant Shooter, a fast paced card battling game inspired by classic menko. At his side is King Menger, a treasured menko left to him by his father that becomes both partner and catalyst for growth.…
Spring 2014DLE
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Himitsukessha Taka no Tsume EX returns with brisk, gag driven episodes that lean into slapstick and absurd situations. The cast of eccentric operatives tackle everyday problems with exaggerated tactics and deadpan reactions, keeping the humor fast and light. Each installment favors quick beats and visual comedy over l…
Spring 2014Robot Communications
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Carino Coni follows a timid rabbit boy who has just begun living on his own in a peaceful forest. Though he enjoys playful days with his nearby siblings, unexpected waves of loneliness often catch him off guard. The series gently explores the small, comforting encounters and friendships that help him navigate those fe…
Spring 2014Kate Arrow
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Ohayou Hakushon Daimaou is a lighthearted comedy series centered on the mischievous antics of a legendary sneezing genie whose surprises keep the people around him on their toes. Each short episode delivers quick, self contained gags and playful visual humor that lean into parody and affectionate send ups of classic a…
Spring 2014Tatsunoko Production
TV / Spring 2014
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Konchuu Monogatari Tentoumu Chu! to Mitsubachi Hatsu Chu! is a lighthearted animated series that blends musical performances with whimsical, insect themed adventures. The story follows a lively ensemble of characters as they navigate everyday challenges, forge friendships, and discover small wonders in a vibrant, natu…
Spring 2014Kachidoki Studio
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Norasco is a lighthearted comedy centered on the offbeat antics behind a small music focused television program. Each episode follows a rotating cast of quirky staff and performers as they bumble through rehearsals, on air mishaps, and behind the scenes schemes. The series is largely episodic, with short, self contain…
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
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ColoColo Animal 2 follows a cheerful group of animal friends as they explore everyday learning through playful adventures. Each episode introduces fundamental concepts like shapes, simple math, and color recognition using songs, games, and hands on activities suited for young viewers. The show balances gentle humor wi…
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Spring 2014Studio Gale