Seasonal Anime
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Spring 2001Toei Animation
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A young fan of a popular Digimon card game unexpectedly brings one of his own character designs to life after a strange device activates, producing a living Digimon companion. What begins as an exciting adventure quickly becomes a test of responsibility as the newly hatched creature proves lively and unpredictable, fo…
Spring 2001Bee Train
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Noir follows a pair of female assassins who form an uneasy partnership while chasing the mysteries that bind them. Mireille Bouquet is a seasoned, professional killer based in France, while the younger Kirika Yuumura arrives with remarkable fighting ability but fragmented memories and an emotional distance that troubl…
Spring 2001HAL Film Maker
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Sixteen year old Himeno Awayuki's life shifts when she moves into her father's new, sprawling home after his remarriage, only to find herself on the outskirts of a chilly stepfamily. Tension with her stepsisters and feelings of isolation force her to adapt to an unfamiliar domestic life. Her situation takes an unexpec…
Spring 2001Bones
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Kidou Tenshi Angelic Layer follows 12 year old Misaki Suzuhara as she enters the competitive world of Angelic Layer, where players control highly advanced electronic dolls called angels. Though new to the game, Misaki quickly demonstrates a knack for strategy and control that draws attention from other competitors. As…
Spring 2001Shin-Ei Animation
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In a lively jungle village, carefree teenager Haré's routine is upended when an enigmatic girl named Guu moves in with him and his mother. Her bizarre behavior and odd abilities spark a string of surreal, often absurd mishaps that continually test Haré's patience. Each episode blends slapstick and deadpan humor as the…
Spring 2001Daume
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After the death of his mother, middle schooler Tarou Hanaukyou is sent to Tokyo to live with his grandfather. He quickly discovers that his grandfather's residence is a sprawling mansion maintained by an astonishing number of maids. The head maid, Mariel, presents a recorded message from the absent elder framing Tarou…
Spring 2001Madhouse
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The Angel Brigade is a quirky squadron within the Transbaal Empire tasked with locating mysterious relics from a bygone era known as Lost Technology. Under the leadership of a commander approaching retirement, the team travels between planets in custom Emblem Frame ships to retrieve these enigmatic artifacts. Their mi…
Spring 2001Tatsunoko Production
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The SoulTaker: Tamashii gari follows Kyousuke Date, whose life is upended after a violent night at home leaves his mother fatally wounded and him bearing a mysterious chest wound. As he seeks answers, he becomes entangled in a brutal struggle between two shadowy factions that want information about a sister he never k…
Spring 2001Zexcs
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Sister Princess follows Wataru, a young man sent to a remote school on Promised Island who finds himself surrounded by a dozen charming girls, each introducing herself as his little sister. Daily life on the island mixes lighthearted comedy and gentle romance as Wataru navigates the unusual family that quickly forms a…
Spring 2001Studio Pierrot
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Super GALS! Kotobuki Ran follows Ran Kotobuki, a stylish young woman navigating life in bustling Shibuya while balancing a knack for street justice with a love of fashion and fun. Though she enjoys shopping sprees, karaoke nights, and avoiding homework, Ran’s upbringing in a family of police officers means she won’t s…
Spring 2001J.C.Staff
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Louie is a muscular young magic user who finds himself teamed with three skilled women Merrill the thief, Genie the fighter, and Melissa the priestess on a series of adventures. Together they delve into ancient ruins, clash with dangerous monsters, and navigate the everyday challenges of travel and teamwork. The group…
Spring 2001OLM
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Taishi, an obsessive fan and aspiring creator, pulls his more ordinary friend Kazuki into the frenetic world of fan made comics and conventions. Thrust into crowded halls of sellers, buyers, and cosplayers, Kazuki must navigate a new scene that challenges his habits and priorities. Their friendship is tested and deepe…
Spring 2001TMS Entertainment
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After surviving a childhood accident that left his arm grievously injured, a young man discovers years later that the limb harbors unexpected power. As strange phenomena begin to center on him, he must come to terms with a body that may not be entirely his own. Pursued by a shadowy organization eager to seize that abi…
Spring 2001Satelight, Studio Gazelle
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Geneshaft is a sci‑fi adventure set in a future where humanity has been reshaped by genetic engineering, producing a highly ordered society with pronounced gender imbalances and specialized roles. When a mysterious orbital construct appears and a new external threat emerges, a crew of five female officers is assembled…
Spring 2001OLM
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Tsubasa Shiina is a withdrawn ten year old who moves to Hokkaido and struggles to fit in at her new school. After encountering an injured extraterrestrial and a hostile alien creature, a mysterious lifeform bonds with her and manifests as Hikaru an identical twin who can merge with Tsubasa to become the armored entity…
Spring 2001Studio Deen
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When spaceship crewmember Claude C. Kenni finds himself stranded on Expel, a world of swords and sorcery, he must adapt quickly to a culture far removed from his own. Teaming up with local Rena Lanford and a varied band of companions, he becomes entangled in a mystery surrounding a strange meteorite known as the Sorce…
Spring 2001Sunrise
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A former UN mech pilot turned interplanetary courier has resigned himself to a lonely life after a personal tragedy severed his family ties. When he unexpectedly receives a mysterious orbital frame named Dolores with ties to his missing wife, it pulls him back into a chaotic journey across Earth and Mars. As he pilots…
Spring 2001OLM
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Koutetsu Tenshi Kurumi 2 follows a new generation of Steel Angels seventy five years after the original events, centering on high schooler Nako Kagura whose accidental encounter with Kurumi Mk. II changes her quiet life. The series balances lighthearted comedy with sci fi elements as mechanical guardians, heartfelt at…
Spring 2001Studio Deen
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Taiho Shichau zo: Second Season follows two officers at Bokuto Police Station’s traffic division: the calm, methodical Miyuki and the impulsive, energetic Natsumi, whose contrasting styles make for both effective policing and frequent comic friction. Their daily beat mixes high speed chases and routine traffic duty wi…
Spring 2001Nippon Animation
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Shin Chou Kyou Ryo: Condor Hero follows a young boy who leaves a strict home to find his own path in the world of martial arts. When he encounters a mysterious woman guarding an ancient tomb, she becomes both his teacher and the catalyst for his growth. Together they set out on a journey that tests their skills, belie…
Spring 2001Madhouse
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When a strange vessel appears over Tokyo and a peculiar transfer student named Muryou arrives at school, Hajime Murata finds his everyday life upended. Students begin to manifest unusual psychic abilities while enormous alien creatures and a recurring guardian figure bring the city into conflict. As threats and shadow…
Spring 2001Madhouse
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Chance Triangle Session follows three young women from very different walks of life whose paths converge around a single pop star's concert. Akari, raised with strict religious values, brings an upbeat optimism; Yuki, who left home in Hakodate, works behind the scenes at the venue; and Nozomi, the sheltered daughter o…
Spring 2001Nippon Animation
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Comet is a young princess from a distant star kingdom who comes to Earth in search of a mysterious prince, guided by a glittering starlight in his eyes. She quickly warms to life on the planet and makes friends while accompanied by her energetic puppy companion, Rubba Ball. Another star born princess also arrives, set…
Spring 2001J.C.Staff, Production I.G
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Parappa the Rapper follows a cheerful, rapping dog as he navigates life’s little challenges with a band of eccentric friends. Bright, stylized visuals and a playful sense of humor set the tone for whimsical episodes that blend everyday moments with imaginative, surreal gags. Along the way Parappa learns about friendsh…
Spring 2001Studio Comet
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Meirin Kanzaki is a junior high student who secretly uses her feng shui and fortune telling abilities to ward off troublesome spirits, adopting the persona of "Dr. Rin" when she works. She quietly harbors feelings for her close friend Yuuki Asuka, a soccer enthusiast who is skeptical of superstitions and anything myst…
Spring 2001Ashi Productions
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After missing admission to a prestigious school's football program, Goro Kumagaya finds himself at a struggling local high school where the team is determined to improve. He joins forces with a group of talented teammates Shingo, Hideki, and Kazuhito Oda and together they push their limits in matches against stronger…
Spring 2001AIC
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When a sudden explosion rocks Futagami Island, it sets off a chain of events that draws the world into conflict. The ruthless Professor Katou organizes a force known as the Tartarus Knights and uses a remote research outpost as the center of their campaign. Standing against them is a concealed fortress that launches t…
Spring 2001Radix
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In the year 2100, a worldwide digital network lets children project their minds into cyberspace, where they gather and play in a virtual amusement zone called Magical Gate. When a mysterious virus begins to unravel that world, the guardian programs known as Web Knights are compromised and turn hostile toward the park'…
Spring 2001Idea Factory, Digital Dream Studios
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Run=Dim is a near future sci fi drama set against a partially submerged Japan in 2050, where political desperation has led to the rise of a powerful organization called JESAS and its advanced robot weaponry. Pilots interface with A.I. guided systems that blur the line between human judgment and machine precision, rais…
Spring 2001Daume
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Daisuki! BuBu ChaCha is a gentle slice of life series centered on young Randy and his cheerful canine companion, Chacha. In an unusual twist, Chacha now zips around as a lively toy car, turning ordinary days into playful little adventures. Each episode unfolds like a short story, with Randy and Chacha meeting neighbor…
Spring 2001A-Line
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Ginya Otonashi is a young man juggling part time work and literary ambitions when an encounter with a clandestine group thrusts him into the intense world of competitive pachislot. Recruited into the Slotseum, he must navigate a tournament known as "Pachi Battle" where skill, nerve, and strategy determine who rises to…
Spring 2001Dongwoo A&E
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In 2097, the city of Xenon is rocked when a cutting edge cyber battleground begins to produce real world consequences, blurring the line between virtual combat and physical destruction. Strange sensory phenomena a piercing scream, a pale visage, and an uncanny scent of lemon herald an escalating mystery tied to the ga…
Spring 2001Magic Bus
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Go! Go! Itsutsugo Land follows five lively quintuplet siblings as they navigate everyday life together, each bringing a distinct skill and temperament to the group. Their interactions blend playful competition, creative problem solving, and small personal growth moments that strengthen their bond. Episodes range from…
Spring 2001
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Gyouten Ningen Batsealer follows Captain Fatz and his diverse crew as they travel through shifting eras to confront mounting dangers while searching for eight elemental stones. Each shard linked to forces such as light, darkness, fire, and water holds the potential to heal a world fractured by a destructive ruler. Alo…
Spring 2001
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Bip to Bap follows the lively escapades of Bip, a young detective, and his clever companion Bap, a gifted frog with a knack for surprises. Together they travel from bustling streets to curious corners of their world, following clues and solving playful mysteries. Most episodes center on their pursuit of a mischievous…
Spring 2001Studio Hibari
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Tantei Shounen Kageman follows a young boy named Kageman who aspires to rise through the ranks of amateur sleuths. Each episode serves as a self contained case that invites viewers to piece together clues alongside the cast. The series balances lighthearted comedy with clever puzzle solving, often turning detective wo…
Spring 2001
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Taeng gu & Ulasyong centers on Tangoo, an imaginative boy, and Ullashong, his earnest robot companion, as they navigate a series of everyday misadventures. Their unlikely partnership sparks a steady stream of gentle humor and unexpected solutions to small scale problems. Episodes balance lighthearted gags with quiet m…