Manga List

  

1. The Summer Hikaru Died

Release Date: July 18

Author: Mokumokuren

Genres: Horror, Mystery, Supernatural, Boys' Love

Yoshiki and Hikaru have been friends since early childhood, but something has changed. Hikaru has the same memories and personalities that he used to, but Yoshiki can tell that something's off.

When he confronts his friend about this change, he's proven right in the most horrifying way possible - Hikaru transforms into a supernatural being whose been wearing Hikaru's skin. If he doesn't accept the change, the being will end Yoshiki - and what's more, it loves him just as much as Hikaru did.

Acceptance is, of course, a major struggle. Especially since this is far from the only supernatural occurrence that Yoshiki has to deal with.

2. Goodbye, Eri

Release Date: June 27

Author: Tatsuki Fujimoto

Genres: Shonen, Drama

Do you love Chainsaw Man and wish you could read something else by the creator? Then read Goodbye, Eri. 

This single-volume manga tells the story of a young man who creates a film out of his terminally ill mother's life - with a fantastical twist. After he shows his movie at school, he's condemned for what others perceive as a grotesquely insensitive approach to his mother's demise. 

He's so upset by his classmates' reaction that he's ready to take his own life. But just before he does, he encounters a girl named Eri who loved his movie. What's more, she wants to help him make something twice as spectacular.

3. Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun

Release Date: May 2

Author: Osamu Nishi

Genres: Fantasy, Comedy

Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun has been airing in anime form for a long time now, but now English-speaking fans can finally read the manga. 

The story revolves around Iruma, a human boy whose parents sell him to the demon realm. This seems like it's going to be a total disaster, but it turns out that his new demon guardian is a doting old grandpa who just wants to spoil him rotten. Also, the demon classmates at Babyls that he's initially afraid of turn out to be some of the greatest friends he's ever had.

4. Akane-banashi

Release Date: August 8

Author: Yuki Suenaga & Takamasa Moue

Genres: Shonen, Drama, Coming-of-age

One of the greatest joys in Akane Osaki's life is watching her father Tooru perform rakugo - a traditional form of Japanese storytelling. His goal is to become a shinuchi - that is, one of the highest-ranking rakugo masters. But after his promotion exam, he is inexplicably expelled from his rakugo school. 

Akane refuses to accept this outcome, and resolves to get revenge on the rakugo community by becoming a master herself. She asks her father's former master, Shiguma Arakawa, to take her on. He's reluctant after Tooru's failure, but he decides to test her to see if she has what it takes.

5. Origin

Release Date: November 21

Author: Boichi

Genres: Seinen, Action, Sci-fi

If you only know Boichi from his art in Dr. Stone, Origin is a great way to get to know him as both a writer and an artist.

 In the year 2048, Japan has been connected to the entire Northern Hemisphere via the Eurasian Railroad. This causes some unexpected problems in the form of drastically increased crime rates. Worse, high-level robots who have no qualms about ending human life are among them. Humanity's only hope seems to be the prototype of all the other AI: ORIGIN.

The best anime of 2023 so far

 

DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA - SWORDSMITH VILLAGE ARC

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba returns for an all-new season, picking up from the momentum of Entertainment District Arc’s intense finale to deliver a story that, while beautifully animated and an entertaining watch moment-to-moment, nonetheless feels overlong and minor in the grand scheme of the series’ ongoing plot.

The third season of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, titled Swordsmith Village Arc, follows series protagonist Tanjiro Kamado and his sister Nezuko as they journey to a secret village in order to repair his sword following his battle against the Upper Rank demons Gyutaro and Daki. Upon arriving, Tanjiro finds himself once again ensnared in a battle with two more Upper Rank demons, fighting alongside the Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito, the Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, and his taciturn ally Genya Shinazugawa in order to protect the village’s inhabitants.

HELL’S PARADISE

Set in Edo-period Japan, Hell’s Paradise centers on the story of Gabimaru the Hollow, an infamous ninja assassin with the ability to withstand immense amounts of pain and physical damage. After being betrayed by his clan and sentenced to be executed, Gabimaru is given an offer to be pardoned for all his crimes and return home to his loving wife in exchange for finding a magical elixir of eternal life located somewhere on a dangerous exotic island known as Shinsenkyo. Alongside a group of other death row criminals, Gabimaru and his assigned executioner Sagiri must brave the dangers of this hostile island and its inhabitants to return home safely.

While a bit slow to start, Hell’s Paradise proves itself to be a thoroughly entertaining dark fantasy anime with outlandish characters wielding strange and unique powers, all with occasional moments of fantastical body horror sprinkled about. The premise is fairly basic, and it takes a while for the story to ramp up into full gear, but the action sequences and backstories of the main characters are more than enough to stick it out and see where the series leads. —TE

    

SKIP AND LOAFER

The best part of Skip and Loafer is that the romantic lead is just an incredibly nice guy. Yeah, he’s cool and popular and handsome — but he’s also just a good dude!

The show follows Mitsumi Iwakura, an ambitious girl who moves from her small town to attend a prestigious high school in Tokyo. Though she’s a hardworking overachiever, she’s a little unprepared for the hustle and bustle of city life — and attending a school where the class size is more than six people. Confused by public transit on her first day, she runs into Sōsuke Shima, a very go-with-the-flow sort of dude, who is also running late. He’s remarkably more calm about it, and takes her under his wing.

The two spark up an unlikely friendship: Shima quickly becomes the hearthrob that all the girls have crushes on, while Mitsumi’s spunky go-getter attitude and unfamiliarity with social norms often lands her in awkward situations. But Shima is just big-hearted and patient, and he clearly likes to spend time with Mitsumi. It’s not a one-sided relationship, however. Mitsumi’s passion and dedication rekindle something in Shima, whose mysterious past is only beginning to be revealed in the show.

TENGOKU DAIMAKYO (HEAVENLY DELUSION)

While watching Production I.G’s Tengoku Daimakyo, the new sci-fi mystery anime based on Masakazu Ishiguro’s manga series (which is known as Heavenly Delusion in English), I couldn’t help but think of Katsuhiro Otomo and his 1988 magnum opus Akira. Both center on a generation of children who, brought up in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster, must fend for themselves in a world that has all but given up on the future while finding their own purpose in life. Tengoku Daimakyo does enough to distinguish itself from Otomo’s work by focusing on a relationship between two characters that touches deeply on the themes of friendship, gender, and adolescence.

Set 15 years after the fall of civilization, Tengoku Daimakyo alternates between two stories: that of Maru and Kiruko, two children who journey through the ruins of Tokyo in search of a mysterious place referred to only as “Heaven,” and that of a group of schoolchildren with strange powers living in a high-tech underground research facility, one of whom bears a striking resemblance to Maru. While searching for Heaven, Maru and Kiruko are attacked by vicious otherworldly creatures that only Maru seems to possess the ability to destroy. How are these two stories connected? What is the origin of Maru’s strange power, and how are these strange creatures related to the end of the world? Half of the fun of watching Tengoku Daimakyo is figuring that out! The other half is immediately rewatching the series to catch all of the clues hiding in plain sight you missed watching it the first time

SUMMER TIME RENDERING

If you’re looking for a binge-worthy mystery that will leave your head spinning, Summer Time Rendering is a top-tier choice to go with. To be even more specific with the genre, it’s actually a supernatural mystery thriller with a dash of romance and slice-of-life. So there’s probably a little something for everyone!

The story starts with protagonist Shinpei returning to his hometown for a close childhood friend’s funeral. He initially hears that his childhood friend, Ushio, died by drowning, but Shinpei eventually starts to suspect that Ushio’s death was not as simple as it seems.

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Top 10 Upcoming Anime to Watch in 2023

For anime enthusiasts all around the world, the year 2023 promises to be an exciting one, with an array of highly anticipated anime releases. As we bid farewell to the remarkable anime shows and films of 2022, it's time to gear up for a fantastic lineup of captivating stories, breathtaking animation, and unforgettable characters. If you are eager to know which anime series should be on your must-watch list for 2023, look no further! We have curated a list of the Top 10 Upcoming Anime to Watch in 2023 that will undoubtedly leave you enthralled.

1. Tokyo Revengers (Season 2):

   - Genre: Action, Drama, Supernatural

   - Studio: LIDENFILMS

   - Release Date: January 2023

Synopsis: The second season of the Yanki-themed sci-fi series, Tokyo Revengers, returns with the "Christmas Showdown Arc." Brace yourself for a critical struggle on Christmas day as Takemichi faces the Tokyo Manji Gang. With 24 episodes in the first season, we can't wait to see what Season 2 has in store for us.

2. Classroom of the Elite (Season 3):

   - Genre: Drama, Suspense

   - Studio: Studio Lerche

   - Release Date: Within 2023

Synopsis: Get ready to dive back into the enigmatic world of Classroom of the Elite as Season 3 continues the story from where it left off. Based on the 8th volume of the light novel series, this season will revolve around the intriguing third semester at the Tokyo Metropolitan High School for Advanced Education.

3. Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Season 2):

   - Genre: Adventure, Fantasy

   - Studio: Studio Bind

   - Release Date: Within 2023

Synopsis: Embark on another thrilling journey with Rudueus Greyrat, the reincarnated 34-year-old man in an isekai world. Season 2 promises more exciting characters and developments that will keep fans captivated.

4. The Rising of the Shield Hero (Season 3):

   - Genre: Adventure, Fantasy

   - Studio: Kinema Citrus

   - Release Date: TBA

Synopsis: Naofumi Iwatani's journey as the World Cardinal Hero continues in Season 3. With expectations high for its release, fans can't wait to witness the unfolding events in this beloved isekai tale.

5. Demon Slayer Swordsmith Village Arc (Season 3):

   - Genre: Action, Adventure

   - Studio: Ufotable

   - Release Date: Within 2023

Synopsis: The much-anticipated Swordsmith Village Arc follows the thrilling Entertainment District Arc. Fans eagerly await the return of Demon Slayer, and this season promises to deliver intense battles and captivating storytelling.

6. Vinland Saga (Season 2):

   - Genre: Action, Adventure

   - Studio: MAPPA

   - Release Date: January 2023

Synopsis: Embark on an epic adventure with Thorfinn as he searches for the legendary nation of Vinland. Vinland Saga's first season earned critical acclaim, and Season 2, helmed by MAPPA, is expected to be even more exceptional.

7. Jujutsu Kaisen (Season 2):

   - Genre: Action, Supernatural

   - Studio: MAPPA

   - Release Date: Within 2023

Synopsis: Return to the dark fantasy world of Jujutsu Kaisen as the anime continues with the Shibuya Incident Arc. With intense battles and a clever plot, Season 2 is set to be a must-watch anime of 2023.

8. Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 3:

   - Genre: Action, Mystery, Supernatural

   - Studio: MAPPA

   - Release Date: January 2023

Synopsis: The epic conclusion to Attack on Titan, one of the most famous anime series, will leave fans on the edge of their seats. As we uncover the mysteries of the Titans, be prepared for an unforgettable finale.

9. One Punch Man (Season 3):

   - Genre: Action, Comedy

   - Studio: TBA

   - Release Date: TBA

Synopsis: Saitama returns with more comedic yet action-packed adventures in Season 3 of One Punch Man. Fans of the overpowered hero won't want to miss this highly anticipated continuation.

10. Solo Leveling:

    - Genre: Action, Adventure

    - Studio: A-1 Pictures

    - Release Date: Within 2023

Synopsis: Adapted from the immensely popular South Korean web novel, Solo Leveling follows the journey of a hunter who starts as the weakest but becomes the strongest. Fans can look forward to an epic tale of action and adventure.

Conclusion:

With these top 10 anime series lined up for 2023, anime enthusiasts are in for an absolute treat. Whether you're a fan of action, fantasy, or drama, there's something for everyone. Mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in these captivating worlds of anime magic. The year 2023 is undoubtedly going to be an extraordinary one for anime lovers!