Seasonal Anime
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Spring 2013Wit Studio
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Shingeki no Kyojin is set in a world where humanity survives behind massive concentric walls to keep giant, humanoid predators at bay. That fragile security is shattered when an enormous Titan breaches the outer barrier, throwing the sheltered populace into chaos. Young Eren Yeager, along with his adoptive sister Mika…
Spring 2013White Fox
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Hataraku Maou sama! follows a once formidable demon lord who is abruptly transported to modern Tokyo and forced to adopt a human identity, Sadao Maou. Stripped of most of his powers and accompanied by his loyal general, he takes a part time job at a fast food restaurant to survive while searching for a way home. The s…
Spring 2013Brain's Base
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Hachiman Hikigaya is a cynical high school student who distrusts the sincerity of teenage friendships and prefers to keep to himself. As punishment for a pessimistic essay, he’s made to join the Volunteer Service Club, where the lone other member is the composed and sharp witted Yukino Yukinoshita. Tasked with helping…
Spring 2013AIC PLUS+
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After bizarre dimensional disturbances begin to threaten cities, high schooler Shidou Itsuka finds himself face to face with a strange girl whose arrival is tied to the incidents. Caught between a militarized unit determined to eliminate these beings and a covert organization that favors an unorthodox alternative, Shi…
Spring 2013J.C.Staff
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Hentai Ouji to Warawanai Neko. follows Youto Yokodera, a young man frustrated that his lewd thoughts are constantly misread as polite intentions. When he finds a legendary cat statue that can strip away an unwanted character trait, he takes the risk and discovers those traits don't disappear but instead move to someon…
Spring 2013A-1 Pictures
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Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai follows the tense but affectionate dynamic between Kirino Kousaka, a secretive otaku, and her older brother Kyousuke as they navigate everyday life after her return to Japan. The series balances lighthearted comedy with moments of romantic tension as Kyousuke tries to reconn…
Spring 2013J.C.Staff
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In Academy City, electromaster Mikoto Misaka and her friends find themselves drawn into a series of alarming incidents that threaten the fragile balance of power in the city. As she digs deeper, Mikoto confronts cruel human experimentation and the tragic cost borne by many espers. The investigation forces her to face…
Spring 2013Production I.G
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After a brutal space engagement, young Galactic Alliance pilot Ledo and his sentient combat unit, Chamber, become stranded on an Earth almost entirely covered by ocean. Rescued by Gargantia, a sprawling flotilla of scavenger vessels, Ledo must navigate a society built around the sea and reassess what he thought he kne…
Spring 2013Zexcs
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Takao Kasuga is a quiet high schooler with a private love of poetry whose routine life is upended after a moment of weakness involving a popular classmate. His secret threatens to surface when Sawa Nakamura, a withdrawn and unpredictable peer, discovers what happened and begins to exert unsettling control over him. As…
Spring 2013Manglobe
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When Nai, a wide eyed boy searching for a lost companion, becomes entangled with a cunning young thief named Gareki, their chance encounter pulls them into a world of danger and mystery. Rescued by Circus, a specialized defense organization, they are thrust into missions confronting grotesque creatures called varuga a…
Spring 2013Xebec
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Haiyore! Nyaruko san W follows the chaotic daily life of Mahiro, an ordinary young man whose peaceful existence is repeatedly disrupted by a trio of exuberant extraterrestrials. Nyaruko, Hasuta, and Kūko each bring their own over the top personalities and alien quirks as they compete for his attention, while Yoriko tr…
Spring 2013Sunrise
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In a future where humanity has spread across space, a sudden assault on a neutral colony drags 17 year old Haruto Tokishima into a conflict far beyond his school. Hidden within Sakimori Academy lies a mysterious, powerful mecha called Valvrave, and Haruto's desperate choice to pilot it comes with a grave personal cost…
Spring 2013Bridge
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When strange, powerful invaders descend on Japan, ordinary students find themselves thrust into an extraordinary fight for survival. Hibiki Kuze and his classmates gain the ability to call forth demons and must learn to wield their newfound powers while grappling with the moral and practical costs of battle. Recruited…
Spring 2013Madhouse
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Photokano follows Kazuya Maeda, a high school student whose routine feels flat until he inherits an old camera and takes up photography. As he tentatively explores his new hobby, he encounters a number of classmates who agree to model for him, each bringing a different personality and perspective. Through taking pictu…
Spring 2013P.A. Works
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RDG: Red Data Girl follows Izumiko Suzuhara, a sheltered teenager raised at a remote Shinto shrine who struggles with intense shyness and an unusual ability that causes electronics to fail around her. Determined to change her life, Izumiko takes small but meaningful steps toward independence, which unsettle those arou…
Spring 2013A-1 Pictures
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Uta no☆Prince sama♪ Maji Love 2000% follows Nanami Haruka as she progresses into the Master's program at an elite performing arts academy, where her work continues to intertwine with the rise of the idol group Starish. The series balances lighthearted comedy and romantic moments as the six young idols confront new res…
Spring 2013Studio Gokumi
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Kiri Haimura is a quiet young man with an unusual obsession for cutting beautiful hair, which leads him to investigate a rumored long haired girl living alone on a hill. There he meets Iwai Mushanokouji, a striking young woman whose extraordinary hair is tied to a dangerous family curse and a grisly contest in which c…
Spring 2013Kinema Citrus
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Yuyushiki follows three high school friends Yui, Yuzuko, and Yukari whose contrasting personalities blend into a steady stream of playful banter and oddball curiosity. When they enroll in the nearly deserted Data Processing Club, their antics turn routine school days into low key adventures centered on jokes, wordplay…
Spring 2013Arms
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In a vibrant, alternate feudal Japan where hot headed warriors and unlikely alliances collide, a young protagonist becomes tangled in a string of duels, political tensions, and comedic misadventures. The series blends fast paced sword fights and action set pieces with lighthearted humor and frequent fanservice moments…
Spring 2013Seven Arcs Pictures
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Mushibugyou follows a young swordsman who travels to Edo to join an elite corps tasked with hunting enormous, supernatural insects that threaten the city. Replacing his famous father, he seeks to prove himself and overcome a past mistake by learning the group's diverse combat techniques. The series blends fast paced a…
Spring 2013LIDENFILMS
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Aiura follows the easygoing rhythms of three high school girls whose chance meetings turn into an unlikely friendship. Ayuko, Kanaka, and Saki each bring a distinct personality calm, carefree, and tomboyish that plays off one another in lighthearted ways. The series focuses on small, everyday moments at school and aro…
Spring 2013Satelight
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Arata Kangatari follows two young men whose lives are upended when fate pulls them into a conflict between divine weapons and political intrigue. One Arata is thrust into the rigid expectations of a matriarchal realm where succession and assassination loom, while the other is an ordinary teen abruptly transported into…
Spring 2013Doga Kobo, Orange
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Ginga Kikoutai Majestic Prince follows Izuru Hitachi, one of several genetically enhanced adolescents trained to pilot powerful AHSMB mechs as humanity expands into space. Stationed at the orbital academy city of Grandzehle, Izuru and his peers must balance intense training, teamwork, and the personal pressures that c…
Spring 2013OLM
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Inazuma Eleven Go: Galaxy follows Tenma Matsukaze and his Raimon comrades as they join the national squad for a high profile international soccer tournament. Unexpectedly, the roster includes several athletes without prior soccer experience, forcing the team to forge coordination and tactics on the fly. As they face i…
Spring 2013OLM
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Satoshi, Iris, and Dent arrive in the vibrant Decolora Islands, where each isle offers its own environment, customs, and Pokémon to discover. As they explore, they take on local challenges, meet new companions, and deepen their bonds with their Pokémon through unexpected trials and friendly contests. The journey empha…
Spring 2013Manglobe
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Hayate no Gotoku! Cuties follows the everyday misadventures of Hayate, Nagi, Maria, and their friends as they navigate the quirks of mansion life and the odd situations that seem to find them. The series presents a collection of mostly self contained episodes that balance slapstick comedy with light romantic moments a…
Spring 2013Tatsunoko Production
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When ordinary fishing trips turn extraordinary, high schooler Takurou Mukoujima finds his quiet routine interrupted after catching a lively mermaid named Muromi. Bright, outspoken, and fond of mischief, Muromi drags Takurou into a parade of whimsical encounters along the pier. As other sea dwelling and mythical visito…
Spring 2013Production I.G
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This season continues the misadventures of a small, chaotic team that deals with summoned demons and the odd jobs they create for their human employer. New and returning supernatural beings bring absurd complications that test patience, professionalism, and common sense in equal measure. Episodes mix sharp, often risq…
Spring 2013Gonzo
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In Zettai Bouei Leviathan, a verdant world of waterways and magical creatures faces a mysterious threat that forces its inhabitants to take up arms. A spirited fairy named Syrup forms a defense group and enlists three young dragons Leviathan, Bahamut, and Jörmungandr to protect their homeland. The series follows their…
Spring 2013Tatsunoko Production, Dongwoo A&E
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Pretty Rhythm: Rainbow Live follows Naru Ayase, a creative eighth grader who perceives music as shimmering colors and dreams of running her own boutique. When she tries out for a new shop's Prism Dance team, her performance reveals an unusual, radiant aura that sets her apart. The audition also brings her face to face…
Spring 2013feel., Assez Finaud Fabric
TV / Spring 2013
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Ketsuekigata kun! is a lighthearted comedy that riffs on the playful personality traits traditionally linked to different blood types. Short episodes put various characters into everyday social and romantic situations, letting their quirks and misunderstandings drive the humor. The series gently contrasts Japanese and…
Spring 2013Hotline
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Sparrow's Hotel follows Sayuri Satou, a new front desk attendant at a quirky business hotel known for its calm, pleasant atmosphere. Beneath her unassuming role she has a surprising, highly capable past and quietly deals with troublemakers to keep the place running smoothly. She frequently becomes flustered and tongue…
Spring 2013OLM
TV / Spring 2013
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In a near future world where customizable LBX battle dolls have become a global pastime and professional sport, young pilots train to turn their hobby into a career. Fourteen year old Arata arrives as a transfer student at Kamui Daimon Integrated Academy on Kamui Island, a prestigious school dedicated to honing both c…
Spring 2013Studio Comet
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Jewelpet Happiness follows cheerful girl Chiari Tsukikage and Ruby, a magical Jewel Box, as they try to run the new Jewelpet Cafe while attending school at Jewel Academy. Their efforts are frequently thwarted by comical mishaps and unexpected challenges that test their patience and resolve. As Chiari and her classmate…
Spring 2013Ajia-do
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DD Hokuto no Ken reimagines a familiar cast of tough, larger than life figures in a lighthearted, everyday setting. The series plays their exaggerated personalities for comedy as they navigate modern day Japan, tackling mundane problems with absurd bravado. Episodes blend physical humor, workplace situations, and char…
Spring 2013Passione
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Nanafa 2nd Season follows the lighthearted daily adventures of a spirited young girl and her circle of friends as they navigate school, family, and the occasional supernatural disturbance in their island town. Playful humor blends with gentle supernatural elements, creating short, self contained episodes that focus on…
Spring 2013Sunrise
Spring 2013
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High energy battles and high tech creatures collide in this action focused shounen, where competitors test skill, strategy, and resolve in fast paced duels. New gadgets and evolving tactics force participants to adapt on the fly, turning each match into a tactical puzzle as much as a showcase of power. Rivalries and a…
Spring 2013DLE
TV / Spring 2013
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Mini Van is a lighthearted comedy that follows the everyday antics of a small, energetic cast as they navigate strange situations and playful misunderstandings. Short, fast paced episodes lean on visual gags and character driven humor to deliver quick, satisfying laughs. The series was presented as part of the second…
Spring 2013DLE
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Glass no Kamen desu ga follows Maya Kitajima and Ayumi Himekawa as two stubborn delinquents who clash over leadership of the Crimson Goddess gang. Their rivalry sparks a string of comic confrontations, schemes, and one upmanship that reveal different sides of each girl. Between brawls and unexpected alliances, the ser…
Spring 2013Toei Animation
TV / Spring 2013
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A century old mystery looms over a land where skilled hunters have been trapped inside enchanted cards. Young Hagan discovers the means to release them and sets off on a journey with a small band of companions to recover those sealed relics. Along the way they explore varied landscapes, face dangerous opponents, and l…
Spring 2013Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment
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Duel Masters Victory V3 follows Katta Kirifuda as he returns to the spotlight and dives into fresh challenges on and off the battlefield. With new civilizations of creatures emerging, Katta and his friends must learn new strategies and form unexpected partnerships to keep up with evolving duels. Rivalries intensify as…
Spring 2013Alpha Animation
TV / Spring 2013
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In Balala Xiao Mo Xian: Qiji Wubu, a lighthearted comedy follows a group of magical fairies who arrive on Earth to retrieve a stolen relic that has disrupted life across nearby worlds. Led by Prince You Le and the earnest fairy Sally, they enlist the help of local girls Maggie and Michelle, whose everyday routines are…
Spring 2013Kate Arrow
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Mazinger ZIP! is a short form comedic anime that reimagines the classic Mazinger Z cast in quick, self contained sketches. Each episode delivers rapid fire humor and sight gags that play off the characters' established personalities and the series' mech centric backdrop. The pacing is brisk and designed for bite sized…
Spring 2013Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment
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Danchi Tomoo is a lighthearted comedy following elementary schooler Tomoo Kinoshita as he navigates everyday life with wide eyed curiosity and a knack for getting into small misadventures. Episodes center on his interactions with family, friends, and neighbors, turning ordinary moments into playful and often absurd sc…
Spring 2013Ascension
TV / Spring 2013
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Line Town follows the everyday adventures of a cheerful cast of characters Moon, Brown, Connie, James, Jessica, and Sally who share a colorful neighborhood filled with whimsy and surprises. Each episode centers on lighthearted mishaps, playful misunderstandings, and the kinds of small moments that turn into memorable…
Spring 2013DLE
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Glass no Kamen desu ga to Z arrives as a fresh chapter that keeps the series' heart while shifting its creative tone. Familiar faces face new obstacles and everyday absurdities, with comedy arising from character interactions and unexpected situations. The show balances light humor with quieter moments of growth, lett…
Spring 2013
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Shima Kousaku no Asia Risshi den follows a fictional host as he journeys through the dynamic world of Asian business, pairing live documentary material with stylized CG animation. Each episode profiles influential entrepreneurs, examining the choices, setbacks, and strategic thinking that helped them rise to prominenc…
Spring 2013
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A gentle, character driven slice of life series that observes the small rhythms of feathered friends sharing a quiet corner of the world. Each episode centers on a warm hearted duck whose routines are gently offset by the dry humor of an elderly great grey owl and the appetite driven antics of a lively Caique parrot.…
Spring 2013DLE
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Himitsukessha Taka no Tsume MAX follows the quirky misadventures of a secret agent team as they juggle eccentric missions and everyday chaos. Each episode blends fast paced slapstick with character driven humor, showcasing the group's contrasting personalities and creative problem solving. The series balances silly ga…
Spring 2013Production Reed
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Bakujuu Gasshin Ziguru Hazeru follows a colorful cast of mech pilots who use snap apart, reconfigurable robots inspired by classic Journey to the West figures. Each episode highlights inventive customization and on the fly combinations as the characters swap parts to adapt to new challenges. The series balances imagin…
Spring 2013Eiken, TYO Animations
TV / Spring 2013
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Tetsujin 28 gou Gao! follows young Shoutarou Kaneda through charming, short vignettes that spotlight his daily routines and small adventures. Each episode is compact and breezy, built around character moments rather than extended action. The series pairs its gentle slice of life storytelling with bold, pop art visuals…
Spring 2013
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Train Heroes is set in a near future world transformed by revolutionary high speed rail technology. Specialized trains equipped with artificial intelligences and humanoid bodies train together at a central facility to master new modes of travel. Their routine drills are occasionally interrupted when they are dispatche…
Spring 2013
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Ikemen Kyuugo tai Nurse Angels follows a lively team of five nurses who juggle everyday hospital duties with covert assignments at an international medical center. Their contrasting personalities and quick witted banter turn high pressure moments into comedic set pieces, while close friendships keep the group grounded…
Spring 2013Graphinica
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Boku wa Ousama follows the lighthearted antics of a small kingdom’s endearingly lazy monarch whose biggest passions are food, mischief, and a comfortable nap. Each episode centers on his eccentric schemes like the hunt for enormous eggs to make oversized omelets, playful tricks on his three ever patient advisors, or u…
Spring 2013
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Set in a near future city, children compete using high tech finger skateboards that let players pilot avatars in fast paced simulated matches. A young protagonist stumbles into a neighborhood shop and, together with three friends, forms a close knit team. They travel through tournaments and local challenges that mix a…
Spring 2013TYO Animations
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Odoriko Clinoppe follows the odd couple antics of a whimsical creature named Clinoppe and the unflappable office worker Onei san as they navigate a string of bizarre, everyday encounters. Each episode pairs deadpan reactions with absurd visual humor, turning mundane tasks into unpredictable comedy. The show balances g…
Spring 2013Spooky graphic
Spring 2013
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In Mask Masters, one of two siblings is unexpectedly granted a mysterious animal linked ability that propels him into a hidden, dangerous world. As he ventures outward, he gathers a small group of allies whose skills and personalities complement his own. Together they track down looming threats that endanger ordinary…
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