Seasonal Anime
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Spring 2002Madhouse
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In a near future world where many personal computers are indistinguishable from humans, a struggling young student named Hideki discovers an abandoned humanoid unit and brings her home. When he activates her she can only utter a single name, "Chii," and lacks many of the usual built in functions, so Hideki sets about…
Spring 2002J.C.Staff
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A comical slice of life series about an unusually young, academically gifted girl who joins a rowdy high school homeroom and quickly becomes part of an eccentric ensemble. Their teacher, a flighty and impulsive woman, only adds to the classroom chaos, while classmates range from hyperactive pranksters to quiet, gentle…
Spring 2002Bee Train
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.hack//Sign follows Tsukasa, a young wavemaster who awakens inside the MMORPG called The World with little memory of his past and no way to log out. His presence draws the attention and mistrust of the Crimson Knights, who suspect something unusual about him. As he wanders the game's sprawling environments he encounte…
Spring 2002Studio Pierrot
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Juuni Kokuki follows an earnest but overlooked high school girl whose quiet life is upended when a mysterious man from another land appears and declares her to be of great importance. Swept into an unfamiliar, perilous realm, she and several classmates must confront strange creatures and the harsh realities of surviva…
Spring 2002Studio Pierrot
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When high schooler Ichigo Momomiya begins experiencing strange feline symptoms after a mysterious encounter, her everyday life quickly shifts into something extraordinary. She soon gains the ability to transform and is thrust into a conflict involving monstrous attackers and an urgent scientific explanation: she carri…
Spring 2002Toei Animation
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Digimon Frontier follows a new group of children who are drawn into the Digital World and must navigate its dangers and wonders. Along the way they form bonds with digital partners and learn to rely on each other as challenges escalate. When a guardian angel of the realm falls into darkness, the balance of the Digital…
Spring 2002Studio Deen
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Mitsuki Kouyama is a young girl with a fragile throat and a big dream: to sing well enough for the person she loves, despite the medical risks that threaten her voice. When two shinigami arrive with news that her time is limited, Mitsuki chooses to chase a singing career rather than accept a surgery that might silence…
Spring 2002J.C.Staff
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Kaoru Hanabishi's quiet life as a college student is upended when a gentle young woman in traditional dress appears unexpectedly at his doorstep. She holds a link to his past and claims to be the childhood companion he once knew, arriving with the intention of honoring a promise between their families. As they navigat…
Spring 2002Madhouse
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Abenobashi Mahou☆Shoutengai follows Satoshi "Sasshi" Imamiya and his childhood friend Arumi Asahina after they are swept into a string of wildly different, surreal worlds. Each new realm riffs on familiar elements of their hometown, sending the pair through parodies of genres ranging from sci fi to fantasy while they…
Spring 2002Xebec
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Rockman.EXE follows young Netto Hikari after he receives a personalized net navi named Rockman, sparking a close partnership between boy and program. Set in a near future where Personal Terminals (PETs) and virtual assistants are part of everyday life, the series mixes action packed battle sequences with lighthearted…
Spring 2002Studio Deen
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A seemingly youthful vagabond, Jing moves through a vibrant world as a thief whose skill and audacity make him notorious across the land. He’s rarely alone Kir, a mysterious feathered companion, fights alongside him and can merge with Jing’s arm to unleash a devastating technique in moments of crisis. The pair drift f…
Spring 2002AIC
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Seina Yamada's remarkable streak of bad luck seems to follow him wherever he goes. His life takes an unexpected turn when he is drafted into the Galaxy Police, setting off a chain of chaotic and often humorous events. Despite his clumsiness, Seina develops an unlikely reputation for capturing space pirates and finds s…
Spring 2002Studio Pierrot
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Beneath the streets of Tokyo lies a vast, secret realm where people manipulate elemental forces and hidden factions vie for power. Rumina Asagi and his friend Ginnosuke Isuzu are ordinary high schoolers whose chance encounter with residents of this underground world pulls them into a series of dangerous and exhilarati…
Spring 2002Studio Hibari
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A withdrawn teenage boy's quiet life is upended when five of his teachers move into his family home and declare themselves his surrogate mothers. Their unconventional household routines force him to confront his fears, learn to trust others, and navigate the day to day chaos of living with such a lively group. With th…
Spring 2002TMS Entertainment
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Tenshi na Konamaiki follows Megumi, who hides a past life after a wish made through a mysterious magical book unexpectedly changed the course of her identity. Now presenting as female, she starts high school and promptly clashes with the local bully, whose antagonism soon turns into an awkward infatuation. While juggl…
Spring 2002Madhouse, Imagin
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Iwaki Tomonori is a seemingly ordinary teenager whose quiet life takes an abrupt turn when a spirited young girl named Rizel appears claiming an unexpected connection to him. Rizel isn’t quite what she seems engineered in a lab and full of unpredictable energy and her presence upends Iwaki’s home and daily routine. As…
Spring 2002Madhouse
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Kotarou is an ordinary schoolboy juggling classes and everyday worries when an unexpected visitor upends his routine. Misha, a relentlessly cheerful apprentice angel, arrives and insists on becoming his friend, bringing well meaning chaos in place of the help she intends. Alongside classmates Takashi and Koboshi and t…
Spring 2002Studio Hibari
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When shy middle schooler Kaede stumbles upon a mysterious mug, a playful wish summons Mirumo, a tiny blue fairy whose priorities lie more in chocolate and mischief than matchmaking. Mirumo’s presence draws a stream of eccentric muglox some friendly, some troublesome and soon Kaede’s ordinary schooldays are turned upsi…
Spring 2002Studio Comet
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Shou Kazamatsuri is a determined young soccer enthusiast who struggles to stand out despite his passion for the sport. After transferring to a new school where he finally gets regular playing time, he must prove himself through relentless practice and learning on the field. The series follows his steady improvement, t…
Spring 2002E&G Films
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Ai Shiomi reluctantly enrolls at a prestigious academy for students with psychic abilities, hoping to find his place under the shadow of a celebrated older sibling. The series blends lighthearted comedy and romantic tension with occasional ecchi moments as Ai copes with awkward social situations and rigorous training.…
Spring 2002Vega Entertainment
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Gun Frontier follows Captain Harlock and the roving samurai Tochiro as they ride into a brutal, lawless Western frontier. Joined by a mysterious woman they encounter en route, the trio confronts ruthless bandits, corrupt authorities, and other dangers that prey on the weak. As they pursue a trail leading to a missing…
Spring 2002Shin-Ei Animation
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Atashin'chi follows the everyday ups and downs of a laid back household where a resourceful mother, her good natured husband, and their two children, Yuzuhiko and Mikan, navigate small domestic crises with a sense of humor. Each episode mines ordinary situations for comic detail, turning routine errands, school moment…
Spring 2002Brain's Base
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Akira Akebono is a determined youngster taking part in a high stakes robot tournament where competitors pilot machines that can shift into animal forms. His squad of machines can merge into a single, powerful robot named Daigunder, a prototype built by his father, Professor Hajime Akebono. Alongside his teammate Haruk…
Spring 2002E&G Films
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When a luxury transatlantic liner carrying influential figures is seized in the tense waters of the Nicaragua Canal, a lone operative known as Japa is recruited for a daring recovery mission. With no official support, he assembles a handpicked band of specialists whose skills and personalities clash as often as they c…
Spring 2002
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Amika is an elementary school girl with big dreams of becoming an idol, balancing school life with her ambitions. Her grandmother was a strict, wealthy woman who lived on a secluded island and loomed large over the family. After the grandmother’s death, Amika’s world shifts further when her newborn sister unexpectedly…
Spring 2002
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Denkou Chou Tokkyuu Hikarian follows a team of heroic, sentient trains who protect the world from threats while racing across cityscapes and countryside. Each episode balances fast paced action with lessons about teamwork, courage, and problem solving that suit a younger audience. Bright, energetic visuals and dynamic…
Spring 2002
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Letchu, Getchu, Saru Getchu follows a band of mischievous monkeys who insist they're on the side of good, even as their antics sow playful chaos. Their routines range from amateur magic acts and ninja inspired duplication tricks to filling arcade claw machines with themselves, each gag escalating in silliness. Alongsi…
Spring 2002Gallop
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Forza! Hidemaru follows the energetic fox Hidemaru as he and his colorful team of animal teammates dive into the world of soccer. The series blends slapstick humor with earnest sports action, focusing on practice, matches, and the small victories that build skill and confidence. Each episode highlights teamwork, frien…