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Explore the archived Summer 2006 anime lineup and open the deeper guide pages for any title in the season.
Summer 2006J.C.Staff
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In a kingdom where magic is part of everyday life, a young mage in training struggles with a reputation for being hopeless at spellwork. During a class ritual she unexpectedly summons a student from another world, binding him to her as a familiar and upending both of their lives. The series follows their uneasy partne…
Summer 2006Gonzo
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NHK ni Youkoso! follows Tatsuhiro Satou, a young man who has withdrawn from society and built a private world of anxieties and eccentric theories about the forces keeping him isolated. A blend of dark humor and heartfelt drama, the story tracks his uneven attempts to reconnect with life outside his apartment while con…
Summer 2006Artland
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Nanami Takahashi starts high school hoping to make new friends and quickly crosses paths with the shy Yuri and the charismatic but guarded Yano Motoharu. Although she’s initially put off by his attitude, Nanami and Yano gradually grow closer and begin a tentative romance. Their relationship is tested by Yano’s complic…
Summer 2006J.C.Staff
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Hachimitsu to Clover II follows a close knit group of young adults as they contend with the unsettled feelings and practical pressures that come with leaving college behind. Yuuta Takemoto, having grown quieter and more determined, tries to take steps forward in both life and love while Hagumi Hanamoto wrestles with h…
Summer 2006Madhouse
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Kemonozume follows a clandestine struggle between humans and hidden, beastlike creatures that can suddenly transform and threaten those around them. At the center is Toshihiko Momota, heir to a traditional clan of fighters tasked with stopping these predators, who becomes entangled with a mysterious woman named Yuka.…
Summer 2006Production I.G
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In 18th century Paris, a noblewoman's body is discovered drifting down the Seine, and her newly knighted younger brother is drawn into the mystery surrounding her death. As a string of unexplained disappearances grips the city, he enlists with the secret police to follow scant clues and question the powerful. Their in…
Summer 2006Daume
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When childhood neighbors move back after a decade, Kazuki's long held feelings for Yuuji are suddenly thrust back into her life along with a lot more awkwardness than she expected. Yuuji's return brings out a cheeky, boundary pushing side that constantly collides with Kazuki's romantic hopes. With both families sharin…
Summer 2006Toei Animation
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In this upbeat action series, three ordinary schoolgirls are swept into heroism when a scientific mishap bathes Tokyo in mysterious energies. The phenomenon grants them the power to transform into superpowered defenders, forcing them to juggle school life with sudden responsibilities. Bizarre creatures start appearing…
Summer 2006Bee Media
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After years spent isolated in a research facility, brothers Naoto and Naoya Kirihara reenter society hoping for an ordinary life despite their unnatural talents. Their psychic abilities bring pain as well as power: Naoya is haunted by intrusive telepathy, while Naoto's erratic psychokinetic gifts have harmed those clo…
Summer 2006Brain's Base
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In a ravaged, post cataclysm world where a hardened elite governs fortified zones and the displaced struggle to survive beyond their borders, human society has been reshaped by scarcity and force. Katsuragi Jo and Tsurasawa Jin break away from an oppressive enforcement unit known as Phantom, fleeing with a cryptic you…
Summer 2006Studio Comet
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Nina Yamada is an ordinary schoolgirl whose quiet life is upended when she inadvertently swallows a mysterious jewel that draws would be sorcerers to her doorstep. Two young examinees, Zero and Ichii, volunteer to shield her until the contest for the gem concludes, thrusting the trio into a chaotic mix of magical chal…
Summer 2006Toei Animation
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Binbou Shimai Monogatari follows two young sisters doing their best to manage life on their own after losing parental support. The older sister takes on several part time jobs to keep a roof over their heads and to make sure both can continue their schooling. Their days are shaped by small struggles and quiet kindness…
Summer 2006Nomad
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Haruma Kawagoe leads a quiet, solitary life until an unexpected event brings a small, cheerful girl into his home, upending his routines and forcing him to confront emotions he had long put aside. The series balances lighthearted comedy with tender, sometimes poignant moments as Haruma and the newcomer navigate everyd…
Summer 2006ufotable
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Coyote Ragtime Show follows Mister, a seasoned space outlaw who escapes custody with the help of longtime allies and sets out to protect a young woman named Franka after her father's death. Their quest across the galaxy for a fabled inheritance draws them into a series of heists, narrow escapes, and uneasy alliances.…
Summer 2006Telecom Animation Film
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Muteki Kanban Musume follows Miki Onimaru, a boisterous young woman who helps run her mother's Chinese style ramen shop while constantly getting into physical scraps. Her fierce pride and short temper turn everyday errands and interactions into over the top confrontations, blending fast paced action with broad comedy.…
Summer 2006Trinet Entertainment, Studio Hibari
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Tsuyokiss follows Sunao Konoe as she arrives at a new school and sets out to establish a drama club where none exists. Her plan quickly encounters obstacles: a persistent student council president, the antics of the wider student body, and the reappearance of a childhood friend who complicates things. The series balan…
Summer 2006Satelight
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When a young woman named Ange is called to a mysterious Sacred Land, she is chosen as the Etoile charged with a weighty responsibility. A newly born Cosmos connected to the Holy Beast is faltering, and Ange must work to restore its balance before the threat deepens. Alongside nine Guardians, each linked to a different…
Summer 2006Madhouse, Group TAC
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Otogi Juushi Akazukin follows a divided world where a realm of science, Elde, and a realm of magic, Fandavale, exist apart from one another. When a powerful sorceress is revived and begins searching for a mysterious force that could change both realms, a young Elde resident named Sōta finds himself drawn into the conf…
Summer 2006RAMS
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When alien beings invade the world of Tokinea, the military responds with a controversial program that fuses human and extraterrestrial traits to create powerful soldiers. One of those creations, an isolated young woman designated No. 7, is thrust into combat despite her uncertainty about violence and her place in the…
Summer 2006A.C.G.T.
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Project BLUE Chikyuu SOS is a sci fi adventure with a sharp comedic edge that follows a sudden crisis when a groundbreaking propulsion technology vanishes under mysterious circumstances. Teen prodigies Penny Carter and Billy Kimura find themselves pulled into a covert effort to uncover what’s behind the strange extrat…
Summer 2006Artland
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Masuda Kousuke Gekijou: Gag Manga Biyori 2 is a fast paced sketch comedy that strings together a parade of offbeat scenarios and eccentric characters. Each episode delivers a succession of short, self contained gags that lean into absurdity and unexpected punchlines. The show favors surreal humor and rapid shifts in t…
Summer 2006Trans Arts
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Naikaku Kenryoku Hanzai Kyousei Torishimarikan Zaizen Joutarou follows a seasoned investigator who targets the corrupt networks linking politicians and corporate power. Tasked with exposing crimes that thrive in the shadows of authority, he often walks ethical gray lines to pursue the truth. The series blends tense ac…
Summer 2006Group TAC, Robot Communications
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After moving into a sprawling tree called the Happiness House, young Michi discovers a mysterious nut like object in her new room that soon reveals a tiny, curious creature named Nanami chan. The pair quickly form a warm friendship and spend their days exploring the nooks and crannies of their unusual home. Each episo…
Summer 2006
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The Arari Show follows energetic host Mr. Arari as he guides three foreign visitors Michael, Jenny, and Lala through unexpected cultural encounters and everyday moments. Blending comedy and drama, the series pairs lighthearted sketches with quieter, reflective scenes that explore language, customs, and social norms. A…
Summer 2006
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Patta Potta Monta follows three lively monkey brothers as they trade city life for a quiet rural village and learn to make the most of their new surroundings. With no arcades or convenience stores, their days fill up with simple games, small misadventures, and the occasional lesson in cooperation. Each episode gently…
Summer 2006
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Wa Wa Wa Wappi chan follows the adventures of a cheerful little catgirl named Wappi chan as she explores the curious corners of Watt Warp Town. In this whimsical community, she meets a variety of friendly spirits and oddball residents who each introduce her to different aspects of local traditions and everyday life. G…
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