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Winter 2002Gonzo
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A covert military organization assigns a small team to protect Kaname Chidori, a high school student whose unexplained knowledge has put her in grave danger. Sousuke Sagara, a battle hardened operative, goes undercover as one of her classmates to keep watch, but his rigid military habits clash with everyday school lif…
Winter 2002Daume
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Kei Kusanagi's quiet school life is upended when he discovers that his new homeroom teacher, Mizuho Kazami, is not quite human. As their tentative friendship deepens into something more, the two must navigate the awkwardness and complications of an unconventional romance. Complicating matters further are outside press…
Winter 2002Bones
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High schooler Ayato Kamina finds his ordinary life upended when Tokyo is suddenly cut off from the world and invaded by mysterious forces. He is pulled into a struggle between a government group called TERRA and the enigmatic Mulians after meeting Haruka Shitow and his classmate Reika Mishima, whose actions awaken a s…
Winter 2002Nippon Animation
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Bakuten Shoot Beyblade 2002 follows the Bladebreakers as they regroup after a crushing defeat and prepare to face a new wave of challenges. A shadowy organization wielding cyber enhanced BitBeasts raises the stakes, forcing the team to adapt their techniques and strengthen their bonds. Expect fast paced stadium battle…
Winter 2002Toei Animation
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Kanon follows Yuuichi Aizawa, who returns to a quiet northern town after several years away to live with his aunt, only to find that much of his childhood has slipped from his memory. As he settles in, small discoveries a lone red headband among his boxes, odd recollections triggered by the snowy streets begin to pull…
Winter 2002Madhouse
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Takaya Ougi is an ordinary student whose life is upended when Nobutsuna Naoe reveals that Takaya is the reincarnation of a powerful feudal lord. Naoe, a seasoned possessor, helps awaken Takaya’s latent ability to confront restless spirits tied to the Fuedal Underworld. Though most reincarnated possessors recover memor…
Winter 2002Toei Animation
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When Hana unexpectedly becomes part of the Ojamajo circle, the group faces a new challenge as disturbances ripple through the Witch World. A restless spirit connected to Majo Tourbillion is stirring trouble, forcing Doremi and her friends to confront growing unrest and mysterious magic. With the aid of an unusual ally…
Winter 2002Toei Animation
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Kinnikuman II Sei follows Mantarou Kinniku, a carefree and reluctant heir whose laid back habits clash with the expectations tied to his legendary wrestling lineage. When a mysterious organization threatens Earth, those in power look to Mantarou to step into a role he never wanted. Guided by the determined trainer Mea…
Winter 2002Madhouse
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In a world where secret supernatural factions vie for influence, ordinary student Kyouta begins experiencing strange visions of otherworldly battles. As those glimpses bleed into reality, he and his girlfriend Yoriko find themselves pulled into a hidden conflict that reshapes their understanding of fate and power. The…
Winter 2002Madhouse
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In a future where a cataclysm reset civilization, humanity rebuilds around an imperial center that treats remnants of the old world as sacred relics. On the galactic frontier, the all female Angel Corps operate an ancient vessel called the Angel Frame, tasked with recovering and managing lost technology. The squad’s m…
Winter 2002Telecom Animation Film
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Patapata Hikousen no Bouken follows Jane, a determined young woman who sets out for the East after receiving a handful of pale blue sand that seems to defy gravity and hints that her missing brother may still be alive. Raised around ambitious plans to build a flying machine, Jane is drawn into a world where experiment…
Winter 2002A.C.G.T.
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Shichinin no Nana follows Nana Suzuki, a determined girl whose plans to confess to her longtime crush are upended when an experimental device creates six distinct duplicates of her, each with a unique personality and a mysterious crystal. Faced with the challenge of passing competitive entrance exams to follow the boy…
Winter 2002Madhouse
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Panyo Panyo Di Gi Charat is a lighthearted comedy following Deijiko, a young princess who decides to experience everyday life on Earth. Adopting an ordinary persona, she takes on a variety of odd jobs around town in an earnest effort to spread cheer. Her well meaning antics lead to a parade of quirky encounters, new f…
Winter 2002Group TAC
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Kakutou Ryouri Densetsu Bistro Recipe follows young Zen as he embarks on a lively quest alongside his spirited sister Karen and the ever hungry Pitan. Together they summon and command whimsical creatures born from food, turning cooking and combat into a single playful art. The series blends fast paced adventure with l…
Winter 2002E&G Films
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In a grim future where mutated beings and savage clans roam the land, a desperate bargain sets the stage for a tale of survival and fractured loyalties. A woman sacrifices her safety to protect her village and gives birth to twin sons whose fates are pulled in different directions, one remaining with their mother and…
Winter 2002Tatsunoko Production
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Koron Nemuta is a bashful girl whose yawns have a surprising consequence: each one can summon a tiny, mischievous spirit named Akubi from a mysterious vase. The pair form an unlikely friendship as Akubi’s playful antics and Koron’s shy reactions lead to whimsical, everyday adventures. Episodes mix lighthearted comedy…
Winter 2002
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Kick Off 2002 follows the journey of a talented Japanese playmaker and a determined Korean striker as they navigate the challenges of competitive soccer in the lead up to a major tournament. The series focuses on their evolving partnership, the bonds they form with teammates, and the personal obstacles each must overc…
Winter 2002