Seasonal Anime
Browse the Winter 2020 anime list, see what is airing this season, and jump straight into overview, episode guide, and watch-order pages.
Winter 2020Production I.G
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Karasuno High's volleyball squad heads into a crucial season as members sharpen their skills and face higher level competition in the lead up to nationals. Tobio Kageyama finds himself training with top prospects at a national camp, while Shouyou Hinata and Kei Tsukishima confront their own challenges at a regional ro…
Winter 2020Lerche
TV / Winter 2020
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At Kamome Academy, a set of whispered school legends draws curious students into the building’s hidden corners. When Nene Yashiro attempts to call on one such spirit for a personal wish, she instead encounters the enigmatic Hanako kun a boy bound to the school’s mysteries. Their uneasy partnership pulls Nene into a wo…
Winter 2020MAPPA
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Dorohedoro plunges into the grimy, lawless district known simply as Hole, where oddball violence and surreal magic collide. Caiman, a man with a reptilian face and immunity to sorcery, prowls the streets hunting magic users who might hold the key to his lost memories. At his side is Nikaidou, a tough, food loving frie…
Winter 2020Nexus
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When a quiet high school student accepts a mysterious invitation to a new mobile game, what begins as casual curiosity quickly turns unnerving. After a bizarre incident linked to the app, he tries it again expecting a harmless pastime only to be confronted in the real world by a rival determined to kill. Forced into l…
Winter 2020SILVER LINK.
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Reluctantly trying a popular VRMMO at a friend's urging, Kaede Honjou creates the cautious avatar Maple and invests every stat point into survivability. What begins as a timid experiment turns into an unexpected playstyle: an almost immovable tank whose defenses unlock strange abilities and powerful gear. As Maple exp…
Winter 2020Brain's Base
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Kyokou Suiri follows Kotoko Iwanaga, a clever mediator who negotiates between humans and the hidden spirits that coexist with them. After recruiting Kurou Sakuragawa, a seemingly ordinary university student, the two form an uneasy partnership to investigate and resolve strange supernatural incidents. Their work draws…
Winter 2020Passione
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In a lighthearted fantasy setting, a tight knit group of adventurers travels the realm to evaluate and rank the many non human companions who run its establishments. Their outings mix investigative curiosity with bawdy humor as they compare tastes, customs, and charms across a wide range of species. The series balance…
Winter 2020Geek Toys
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In a world where glowing numbers called Counts are etched into people's bodies and dictate their standing and fate, lives are measured as much by digits as by deeds. Hina, driven by the loss of her mother to the ominous Abyss, wanders the realm with a Count tied to the distance she travels, searching for the legendary…
Winter 2020NAZ
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A cutting edge system lets investigators step directly into the fractured interior of a criminal's mind, turning traces left at crime scenes into immersive, surreal landscapes called id wells. Only certain operatives those who have taken a life can enter these realms, and a once prominent detective now confined for hi…
Winter 2020Zero-G
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Two pragmatic researchers at Saitama University attempt to treat romance like any other scientific problem, designing experiments to measure the elusive phenomenon of love. When outspoken Ayame Himuro confesses her feelings to the composed Shinya Yukimura, both find themselves inexperienced in matters of the heart and…
Winter 2020Science SARU
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Midori Asakusa experiences the world through constant sketching, turning everyday sights into elaborate background designs born of a vivid imagination. Her pragmatic best friend Sayaka Kanamori balances that dreaminess with a businesslike sense of purpose, keeping their plans grounded. After meeting Tsubame Misuzaki,…
Winter 2020Satelight, HORNETS
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In a realm ruled by supernatural beings, humans have become scarce and are treated with fear and hostility by the dominant races. A solitary, stoic golem tasked with safeguarding the wilds stumbles upon a spirited human girl named Somali and, moved by her curiosity, reluctantly agrees to accompany her. The two form an…
Winter 2020J.C.Staff
TV / Winter 2020
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The Daihasei Festival brings excitement and rivalry to Academy City, where the elite Tokiwadai Middle School and its standout student, Mikoto Misaka draw both admiration and intense competition. As friends enjoy the festivities, the open gates of the city attract opportunistic groups and hidden dangers, turning celebr…
Winter 2020Studio PuYUKAI
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Isekai Quartet 2 brings together familiar faces from different fantasy worlds who find themselves stuck in a strange classroom setting with no clear way home. As they adapt to their new routines, the group’s clashing personalities lead to nonstop comedic situations and oddball problem solving. New transfer students sh…
Winter 2020Studio Gokumi
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At a high school populated mostly by animal human hybrids, a lone human student struggles with a deep dislike for his classmates. When an energetic wolf girl determined to make him part of her "pack" keeps showing up, his uneasy days take a chaotic turn. He then forms a cooking club with another human, and the group g…
Winter 2020NAZ
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When a groundbreaking full dive virtual reality MMO opens up an expansive, highly realistic world, soon to be college student Reiji Mukudori finally gets his chance to log in. Guided by his experienced older brother Shuu and accompanied by his enigmatic partner Embryo, Reiji sets out to learn the game’s systems and te…
Winter 2020Felix Film
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Nekopara follows the warm, everyday life of the Minazuki household, where humanoid catgirls live alongside their human caretakers. The story focuses on the lighthearted rhythms of running a patisserie and the small domestic moments shared between the residents. When a shy green haired kitten is taken in by the family,…
Winter 2020Shaft
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When young girls can gain wish granting powers by making a pact with a mysterious creature, they also take on the deadly responsibility of battling malevolent witches. Iroha Tamaki is a compassionate middle schooler who wields a magical crossbow and the unusual ability to mend wounds, yet she has no recollection of th…
Winter 2020Ezόla
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Runway de Waratte follows Chiyuki Fujito, a determined teen with a dream to walk prestigious international runways, who faces an uphill battle because she doesn’t meet the industry’s height standards. Ikuto Tsumura is a talented young designer whose creativity outpaces his financial means and opportunities for formal…
Winter 2020C-Station
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Heya Camp△ follows members of a school outdoor club who set out to complete a local stamp rally across Yamanashi after one of them becomes eager to join for a tempting prize. The group’s simple road trips become occasions to visit well known spots, try regional treats, and test their camping skills. Episodes emphasize…
Winter 2020Geno Studio
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Pet follows a clandestine group of operatives who possess the uncanny ability to enter and alter other people's memories. Hiroki, Tsukasa, and Satoru carry out delicate psychological missions under the direction of their enigmatic leader, Katsuragi. As they navigate the treacherous inner landscapes of their targets, b…
Winter 2020Doga Kobo
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As children, Mira Kinohata once shared a brief, stargazing moment with Ao Manaka that left her determined to discover and name an asteroid for her friend. Years later at Hoshizaki Academy she still loves astronomy, but the school’s Astronomy Club has been combined with the Geology Club into a single Earth Sciences gro…
Winter 2020Studio Deen
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In a world shaped by arcane lore and roaming beasts, Majutsushi Orphen Hagure Tabi follows the sorcerer Krylancelo Finrandi who now goes by Orphen and his foster sister Azalie Cait Sith. A magical accident leaves Azalie transformed into a dragon, and the authorities who trained them choose secrecy over responsibility,…
Winter 2020Shuka
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Housekishou Richard shi no Nazo Kantei follows Richard Ranasinghe de Vulpian, a brilliant and elegant gemologist who runs a modest appraisal shop in Japan, and Seigi Nakata, a principled college student who becomes involved after a chance encounter. When Seigi asks Richard to evaluate a sentimental pink sapphire left…
Winter 2020PRA
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Natsuza Yuzuki was a rising rugby talent until a serious accident forced him off the field and into the role of team manager at his university. Surrounded by a mix of personalities his reserved best friend Seiichirou Jingyouji, the hot headed first year Yasunari Tsuru who now occupies Natsuza’s former spot, and Yuu Ma…
Winter 2020EMT Squared
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Kabuto Hanadori is a classmate with a vivid imagination who insists on playing out grand, otherworldly roles, and Seri Koyuki is the unwilling center of his theatrics. Their dynamic is complicated further by Utsugi Tsukimiya, whose unnervingly accurate knack for reading people turns everyday moments into awkward misad…
Winter 2020A-1 Pictures
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Miu Takigawa is a quiet young woman who prefers to stay out of the spotlight, quietly working to support her family. Her life shifts when she and several other girls are unexpectedly recruited for an unconventional idol project and taken to a secluded facility. There they learn they must obey the inscrutable instructi…
Winter 2020Polygon Pictures
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Kuutei Dragons follows a world where people take to the skies in specialized airships to pursue dragons, whose parts are prized and perilous to obtain. The series portrays the rough, isolated existence of dragon hunters called drakers balancing lethal hunts with the day to day toil of keeping a ship aloft. The story c…
Winter 20208bit
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Eripiyo is an ardent fan who becomes utterly captivated by Maina, a quietly talented member of an up and coming idol group. The series follows Eripiyo’s single minded devotion as she attends concerts, gatherings, and anything that might bring her closer to Maina’s performances. Along the way it blends heartfelt fan mo…
Winter 2020Children's Playground Entertainment
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When mysterious magical Artifacts from the past begin surfacing and bringing trouble to those who misuse them, the Hoshisato family of magicians takes on the task of recovering them. Kana "Hatena" Hoshisato, still finding her footing as an apprentice, is determined to help her parents Mamoru and Maeve in their work. H…
Winter 2020SANZIGEN
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When an inspiring poster sparks a new ambition, young Kasumi Toyama and her band Poppin’Party set their sights on performing at the storied Nippon Budokan, pushing themselves to grow as musicians and performers. Across the scene, the ambitious RAISE A SUILEN grapples with a crucial vacancy and searches for a guitarist…
Winter 2020P.A. Works, Studio 3Hz
TV / Winter 2020
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A3! Season Spring & Summer follows Izumi Tachibana as she returns to the theatrical space once led by her father and finds the company on the brink of closure. To save the troupe, Izumi reluctantly takes on the role of director and must pull together a novice cast to restore its reputation. The series focuses on the c…
Winter 2020MAPPA, Lapin Track
TV / Winter 2020
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In a bright neighborhood where pets behave more like people than animals, Tama an inquisitive cat with a knack for wandering spends his days exploring and socializing. When he slips away from home, he reconnects with a quirky circle of companions, including loyal Pochi and the independent stray Nora. Together they tra…
Winter 2020IMAGICA Lab.
TV / Winter 2020
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After a series of earthquakes disrupt communication, Natsuna Keyaki leaves Tokyo to search for her online friend in Kumamoto. Stranded in the countryside, she is taken in by an energetic middle schooler, Izumi, and her welcoming family. As Natsuna travels through the prefecture, she discovers the warmth of local commu…
Winter 2020Studio Signpost
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When the famed warlord Oda Nobunaga finds himself reborn in present day Japan as a small dog named Shinamon, his grand ambitions collide with the realities of domestic life. Surrounded by other legendary commanders who have undergone the same strange fate, he navigates the mundane and absurd challenges of modern socie…
Winter 2020Saetta
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Yatogame chan Kansatsu Nikki Nisatsume continues the lighthearted, character driven comedy centered on a group of schoolmates and the small everyday moments that bring them together. Each episode highlights playful misunderstandings, regional quirks, and the personalities that clash and complement one another. The ser…
Winter 2020Kinema Citrus
TV / Winter 2020
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Show By Rock!! Mashumairesh!! follows a spirited new band as they navigate the ups and downs of performing, friendship, and creative ambition in a vibrant, music filled world. The series blends lighthearted comedy with whimsical fantasy elements, offering bright visuals and catchy performances. Episodes focus on the g…
Winter 2020Toei Animation
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Healin' Good♡Precure follows Nodoka Hanadera, a hopeful middle schooler who starts a new life in the wholesome Sukoyaka City and refuses to stand by when she finds an injured puppy in need of help. Three small, talking animal spirits grant Nodoka and her new classmates the ability to transform into magical heroines ta…
Winter 2020Albacrow, l-a-unch・BOX
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Breakers follows a group of para athletes whose lives intersect with Ren Narita, an outsider sports scientist with unconventional methods. Each episode arc focuses on a different discipline wheelchair basketball, track and high jump, goalball, and Paralympic swimming offering a close look at training, competition, and…
Winter 2020Dynamo Pictures
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ARP Backstage Pass follows a four member performance unit born from cutting edge augmented reality technology as they rise through the pop scene. Their shows blend tight choreography and vocal work with a live feedback mechanic that shifts the concert depending on audience engagement. The series takes viewers behind t…
Winter 2020Yaoyorozu
TV / Winter 2020
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Hentatsu follows two schoolgirls who set out to investigate a strange, deserted version of a well known Tokyo shopping complex famed for otaku culture. As they move through deserted storefronts and shadowed corridors, subtle oddities and cryptic clues gradually reveal that the place is not what it seems. Their journey…
Winter 2020LIDENFILMS
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Rebirth follows an energetic ensemble of twelve high school students united by their enthusiasm for the trading card game Rebirth For You. Between club meetings, local tournaments, and everyday school life, their differing personalities spark humorous clashes and unexpected friendships. The series balances playful com…
Winter 2020OLM
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Winter 2020Fukushima Gaina
Winter 2020Kachidoki Studio
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Marumaru Manul is a lighthearted comedy that follows the everyday antics of a laid back Pallas's cat, Manul kun, and his companions. Alongside the energetic orange tabby Chatora kun and the quietly quirky Sukofu kun, the group navigates small misadventures and ordinary moments that turn unexpectedly amusing. The serie…
Winter 2020
Winter 2020Fanworks
Winter 2020
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Onigiri ni Naritai Cogimyun follows a gentle, magical tale about a small flour creature attending a whimsical school where she learns about baking, friendship, and responsibility. The series centers on her everyday adventures, classroom mishaps, and the warm bonds that help shape her character. Episodes were originall…
Winter 2020Alpha Animation
Winter 2020Studio Comet
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Lalalacoco follows a cheerful young girl whose days are spent seeking out charming, whimsical treasures in her neighborhood and beyond. Each episode presents a gentle, everyday adventure as she encounters playful characters, cozy locales, and tiny surprises that brighten her routine. The series focuses on simple joys,…
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