Seasonal Anime
Browse the Summer 1997 anime list, see what is airing this season, and jump straight into overview, episode guide, and watch-order pages.
Summer 1997Studio Pierrot
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Rekka no Honoo follows Rekka Hanabishi, a hotheaded teen from a fireworks making family who insists on living like a modern day ninja and frequently picks fights after making a reckless challenge. His life takes a turn when he crosses paths with Yanagi Sakoshita, a soft spoken girl who can heal injuries, and the two f…
Summer 1997Studio Deen
TV / Summer 1997
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When a young schoolgirl returns to a supposedly empty house to fetch a lost hat, she instead encounters a mysterious inhabitant who wields uncanny technology. Their unexpected meeting sets the stage for an uneasy, often absurd relationship that blends romantic tension with offbeat comedic moments. As the two navigate…
Summer 1997Group TAC
TV / Summer 1997
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Hare Tokidoki Buta follows a young boy and his mischievous, magical pet pig as they navigate an unpredictable life in the city. Each episode presents a new, offbeat situation that tests their patience, creativity, and bond. The series leans into physical comedy and surreal happenings rather than long form drama, makin…
Summer 1997
Summer 1997Shin-Ei Animation
TV / Summer 1997
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Ninpen Manmaru follows a young fox enrolled at a quirky ninja academy where animal students train under a stern bear mentor. The series blends slapstick and lighthearted adventure as Manmaru navigates school life, training exercises, and the everyday challenges of growing into his role. Rivalries with neighboring scho…
Summer 1997Toei Animation
TV / Summer 1997
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Azumi Mamma★Mia follows a small, quirky group whose everyday misadventures turn the mundane into chaotic fun. An aspiring young witch, a kindergartener with unexpectedly mature mannerisms, a well meaning but bumbling little devil, and a clever dog who seems to understand human speech form an unlikely team. Their contr…