Best Anime to Watch This Spring 2024
Apr. 13, 2024“Kaiju No. 8” is set in a world where Japan is frequently attacked by massive monsters known as kaiju. Kafka Hibino, the protagonist, works in a cleanup crew, dealing with the aftermath of these monster attacks. Despite his mundane job, Kafka harbours a childhood dream of joining the Defense Corps to fight the kaiju alongside his friend Mina Ashiro. His life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters a kaiju parasite that grants him the power to transform into a humanoid kaiju himself. Armed with his new abilities, Kafka sees a renewed chance to achieve his dreams of heroism and joins the fight against the kaiju as an unlikely hero
Set in the Ginza district of Tokyo, Bartender: Glass of God follows Ryuu Sasakura, the prodigy bartender of the Eden Hall bar known for his miraculous ability to mix the perfect cocktail to address the specific troubles of his customers. Each episode goes into the stories of different patrons who stumble upon Eden Hall by chance, bringing their emotional burdens with them. Through his cocktails, Ryuu not only appeases their palates but also their spirits, leaving them transformed by the experience.
Wind Breaker follows the teenager Haruka Sakura in his new school, Furin High School, a school notorious for its degenerate students who pick a fight against anyone endangering the town. Haruka seeks to prove his strength by challenging the strongest at the school, uninterested in weaklings and the normal school life. Unlike others, Haruka is not interested in heroics or teamwork; his goal is solely to dominate and become the top fighter, bashing any delinquents who stand in his way.
Four young women, each estranged in her own way from the conventional paths of society wander throughout Shibuya. Mahiru Kouzuki was a once-aspiring artist who abandoned her dreams after her traumatic childhood incident, when one day she managed to stumble into forming an anonymous artist group called “JELEE” with three other women: a former idol seeking redemption, Kano Yamanouchi; the hotheaded V-tuber Kiwi Watase; and Mei Kim Anouk Takanashi, a mysteriously talented composer. Together in JELEE, they navigate their insecurities and aspirations in the anonymity of the city’s nightlife, trying to find their own personal meanings in life while supporting one another.
Nina Iseri dropped out of high school during her second year with aspirations of entering university while working independently in the city. Another girl is betrayed by her friends, and another is abandoned by her parents and forced to live off part-time jobs. They’ve been beaten down by life, and nothing has gone according to their plans, yet they still seek a place to belong. They come together through their shared love for music, finding solace and expression in forming a band, and facing their problems headfirst.
Prince Oscar is a man possessing a curse that kills any woman he takes as his wife. In desperation, he seeks the Witch of the Azure Moon, Tinasha, who grants wishes to any climbers who reach the top of her deadly tower. However, when he reaches the top, he is stunned by her beauty, and instead of breaking the curse proposes marriage, believing that her powers will keep her alive. The witch agrees to stay with Oscar for a year to research the curse, unravelling the dark secrets of her history along the way.
Thirteen years after the Nefarious Monster Army invaded Earth, the Dragon Keepers emerged as the last hope for humanity, defeating them in just a single year! Every Sunday since their victory, the monsters are forced to humiliatingly reenact their defeats for public entertainment. Tired of this endless routine, monster D, infiltrates the Ranger Force to overthrow the Dragon Keepers with the help of Yumeko Suzukiri, a mysterious ranger. D wishes to seize a divine artifact, capable of ending the monsters’ immortal lives, and thus ending their eternal humiliation forever.
After the disastrous installation of 7G cellular, reality itself is distorted, creating mysterious phenomena throughout the world. In a not-so-ordinary rural town, the residents transform into intelligent animals once they reach the age of 21. Amidst this strangeness, Shizuru Chikura is worried about her friend who went missing 2 years ago. Shizuru, along with three other girls, ventures out on an abandoned train to traverse the reality-distorted world, determined to reunite with her friend amidst the world of chaos.
Shouzou and Ine Saitou are an old couple who have been married for decades, living through the ups and downs of life together. One day, they magically wake up back in their youth, without back pains or aches. Despite regaining their young and vibrant forms, they still share a deep love, and the essence of their long-shared life remains unchanged. As they go about their daily lives, they interact with family and community and occasionally bewilder the younger generations with their antics and wisdom.
In this reboot to the 2-decade-old anime, Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf once again explores the adventures of Kraft Lawrence, a seasoned travelling merchant, and Holo, the wise wolf deity of harvest. The narrative begins with Holo, feeling diminished and forgotten as the town of Pasloe grows more self-reliant, proposing a deal to Lawrence to take her to her northern homeland, Yoitsu. Recognizing her sharp wit and economic genius, Lawrence agrees, hoping that her supernatural insight into human nature will serve to boost his trading endeavours. Throughout their travels, the duo faces the complexity of trade, economics, and most of all human relationships, while gradually unravelling more about each other’s pasts and future desires.
For the third season of Konosuba, Kazuma continues his journies with the dysfunctional, defective and incompetent group of adventurers, this time finding themselves in the comfort of royalty. This season immediately kicks off with Kazuma being done with the life of an adventurer, contemplating becoming a monk, which his party highly doubts. However, their regular antics are interrupted when they receive a royal summons from Princess Iris, who has become fascinated by their tales of adventure spread far and wide and wishes to hear their stories firsthand. The team travels to the royal capital, where they find themselves finally living the life of royalty they have always wished for.
The seventh season of My Hero Academia will follow the continuation of the extreme cliffhanger from Season 6, covering significant arcs such as “Star and Stripe,” “U.A. Traitor,” and the initial segments of the “Final War” arc. This season kicks off where the last left off, with the late arrival of America’s number one Pro Hero, Star and Stripe, who has come to defeat Tomura Shigaraki at the behest of All Might. Meanwhile, as U.A. High students and the remaining Pro Heroes gear up for the ultimate final battle against the Paranormal Liberation Front, things get even more complicated with the revelation of a traitor within the group of Izuku Midoriya’s classmates.
In this season, the anime will cover the Hashira Training Arc, which focuses on the Demon Slayer Corps preparation for the final battle against the Demon King, Muzan Kibutsuji. The discovery that Nezuko Kamado is immune to sunlight prompts Muzan Kibutsuji to target her in his quest for immortality. With tensions high, the members of the Demon Slayer Corps, including the highest-ranking swordsmen known as the Hashira, undergo rigorous training to hone their skills and abilities one last time. Tanjiro Kamado, and his friends Zenitsu and Inosuke also get involved in the intense preparation, pushing their limits to harness their full potential for the final fight.
In the second part of Season 2 of the Mushoku Tensei series, Rudeus Greyrat and his party travel to the Demon Continent, facing new challenges and powerful magic. This season further develops Rudeus’s relationships, particularly with Sylphiette, With Rudeus and Sylphiette now officially a couple with a wedding planned. The tensions get high as they navigate the world to find Rudeus’ mother lost in the teleportation incident, with this storyline being one of the more action-heavy arcs of the series.
In Season 3 of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Rimuru and the Jura Tempest Federation face new diplomatic and military enemies, namely the Holy Empire of Lubelius whose “Ten Great Saints” are in direct opposition to Rimuru’s expansionist policies for his monster country. This season focuses on the further escalating tensions and conflicts over the controversial monster country in the Central Axis World, further developing the dynamic world and character relations established in earlier seasons. Expect even more of a deep dive into political drama and the power struggles of newly introduced characters along with some intense action sequences.
For the second part of The Misfit of Demon King Academy II, the narrative has now entered its 5th arc, the Selection Judgment Arc. Following Anos Voldigoad’s victories over Nosgalia, Zeke Ozma, and Avos Dilhevia, Anos has officially reclaimed the title of the Demon King of Tyranny. This part dives deeper into the lore of the demon realm, revealing more about the true history of the Demon Kings, while yet again showcasing Anos’ unmatched powers as he fights against new Dragons and other enemies.
In the third season of Yuru Camp (Laid-Back Camp), the tranquil, nature-filled adventures continue with Rin, Nadeshiko, and the rest of the Outdoor Activities Club. As expected, this season will be continuing the theme of camping, as the group explores new scenic spots across Yamanashi and Shizuoka with a new character Ayano Toki, engaging in the cozy, laid-back camping experiences that define the series. With its soothing atmosphere and the perfect blend of calming visuals and light-hearted interactions among the characters, fans can expect even more delightful moments as the club members yet again embark on relaxing, adventurous camping journeys.
For Sound! Euphonium’s Season 3, Kumiko Oumae now enters her third year at Kitauji High School, taking on the stressful role of band club president with high ambitions. As she strives to lead the band to a gold medal at the national competition, she encounters new characters and rivalries, especially with the arrival of Mayu Kuroe, a talented euphonium transfer student from a prestigious school. This season further explores the personal and musical growth of its characters, going deep into themes of Kumiko’s leadership, competition, and the impact of the new talent on the already established group. The series continues to give viewers exactly what they want with detailed character development and high-quality animation that fans have come to expect from Kyoto Animation.
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