Year 2021

Fairy Ranmaru

This world is all about do or die. There ain't no paradise. You go down once and you're out. This world is filled with people who suffer believing that. Hey, you there. Are you really going to pretend not to notice? We, however, cannot do that. Let us wipe away your tears. We'll put that smile back on your face. But it's not going to be for free. Please come by Bar F. Have no fear. We don't need any money. There's only one thing that we want... "We'll take your heart!!" (Source: Crunchyroll)

LUPIN THE 3rd PART 6

Gentleman thief Lupin III is back and ready for his next caper-- unless legendary sleuth, Sherlock Holmes, has anything to say about it! When Holmes' longtime partner, Dr. Watson, is murdered, none other than Lupin tops the suspects list. With Holmes fast closing in, Lupin must prove his innocence and bring a shadowy organization called The Raven to heel if he wants to live to steal another day. (Source: Sentai Filmworks) Note: Episode 0 -The Times- is included in this entry.

Knights of Sidonia: Love Woven in the Stars

After the Earth was destroyed by mysterious alien lifeforms known as the Gauna, surviving remnants of the human race escaped to space in the enormous generation ship Sidonia. Having drifted through space for millennia, the Sidonia found itself once more under attack from Gauna for the first time in a century. Once again facing the threat of extinction, a temporary victory against the Gauna was eked out thanks to the human-Gauna hybrid Tsumugi Shiraui and ace Guardian mech pilot Nagate Tanikaze. 10 years later... The people of Sidonia enjoy a brief respite. Peaceful days pass, during which Tsumugi begins to realize her feelings for Nagate, who is now celebrated as a hero of Sidonia. However, as Captain Kobayashi has always known, as long as the Gauna remain, peace cannot last. The decision is made: a final battle, upon which rests the fate of humanity's last survivors. As the end approaches, will the crew be able to protect those they love? (Source: Polygon Pictures)

Fucked by My Best Friend

Shion and Rui are the dream team when it comes to hitting on women. Tonight was going to be another night of hooking up with girls for Shion, but he ended up taking a strange drug. When he woke up... he'd turned into a girl?! Rui came looking for Shion, but didn't recognize him, and started hitting on him... (Source: Suiseisha, translated) Note: Episode 1 of the standard TV version of the anime was streamed on February 11, 2021 via the ComicFesta Anime Zone website. Regular broadcast began on April 5 at 1:00 a.m. on Toyko MX, while the complete, uncensored version was streamed on the ComicFesta Anime Zone website at midnight.

Digimon Ghost Game

Sightings of mysterious creatures known as "Hologram Ghosts" have been a popular topic on social networks for the past few years. According to the rumors, several people have fallen victim to these specters. Those fortunate to survive their encounters with the paranormal beings claim that they resembled glitched holograms. Hazakura Academy middle school student Hiro Amanokawa believes these sightings are merely an urban legend. However, as the incidents start to increase in frequency, he is reminded of the day his father suddenly vanished, with strange digital watches serving as the only relics of his disappearance. Much like the other sightings, what happened to Hiro's father cannot be explained by conventional logic. One day, when a fellow student in the academy is attacked by a Hologram Ghost, Hiro and his friend Kiyoshirou Higashimitarai decide to look into the matter. Little does Hiro know that this investigation will be their first step toward discovering a dangerous world previously unknown to mankind. (Source: MAL Rewrite)

Princess Principal: ~Crown Handler~ 2

The second out of six movie sequels to the Princess Principal TV series. After an attempt on King Richard's life, assassins target Princess Mary, the next in line to the throne. Team White Pigeon must protect her while locating deadly Cavorite bombs -- a tough feat when Ange is Princess Mary's sister in disguise. (Source: HIDIVE)

RUMBLE GARANNDOLL

Conquered by alternate-world invaders, Japan has become a shadow of what it once was. Manga, anime, idols, and more are censored by these parallel universe overlords...or so it seems. In the less-than-legal stores of Akihabara, Hosomichi joins a group of female freedom fighters made up of pilots and otakus. (Source: Funimation)

Simple yet Sexy

The story follows the relationship between two co-workers, office worker Rena Yukuhashi and businessman Ryouhei Hachiya. Yukuhashi seems like the plainest woman at her company, but she transforms into a stunning beauty when she dresses up outside the office. Flustered upon seeing Yukuhashi transformed, Hachiya inadvertently utters what sounds like an invitation to get to know each other better -- without realizing they are standing in front of a love hotel. (Source: Anime News Network) Note: The complete edition with explicit scenes was distributed web via Comic Festa Anime Zone. The censored version was broadcasted on Tokyo MX.

Sorcerous Stabber Orphen: Battle of Kimluck

The second season of Majutsushi Orphen Hagure Tabi. Orphen now knows Azalie's true motive and heads to the holy city of Kimluck. However, a fierce battle with the "Death Teacher" awaits him. (Source: Funimation)

Tokyo Revengers: Chibi Reve

Chib Reve depicts the daily lives of the five Mizo middle schoolers and the Tokyo Manji gang members, which are not depicted in the main anime. (Source: Tokyo Revengers official website, translated)

D_CIDE TRAUMEREI THE ANIMATION

The story takes place in Shibuya. Ryuuhei had always looked up to his older brother as a child. Even after witnessing his mysterious death, Ryuuhei grows up to be a cheerful high school student. One day after his daily kickboxing practice, he is bitten by a strange creature calling itself Tris. That night, an unusual dream bothers his sleep. As the rumored "Drops" circulate around the city, Ryuuhei is confronted with a force of twisted desire. What is it that awaits him beyond that? (Source: Crunchyroll)

Case Closed: The Scarlet Bullet

Japan is celebrating the upcoming World Sports Games (WSG), the world's largest sporting event, in Tokyo. The "Japanese Bullet," the world's first vacuum-tube super-conducting linear train, is built with the latest Japanese technology and timed to coincide with the WSG opening ceremonies. The train is set to run from Shin Nagoya Station to Tokyo Station at up to 1,000 kilometers per hour (about 600 miles per hour). However, a bizarre incident occurs during a party held by famous major sponsors, leading to a string of kidnappings of top executives. Conan deduces a possible link to serial abductions in the WSG 15 years earlier in Boston. (Source: Anime News Network)

Sorairo Utility

Three high schoolers, Minami, Ayaka, and Haruka, head out for a sunny day of relaxation at the golf course. Beginner Minami slowly gains confidence on the grass as she learns and laughs with the help and encouragement of her more experienced senpai. (Source: Funimation)

IDOLiSH7 Third BEAT!

The third season of IDOLiSH7. Note: The first three episodes received an early web premiere on June 13, 2021. The regular TV broadcast started on July 4, 2021.

Ijirare: Fukushuu Saimin

Tasaki is caught peeking by a group of gals who use the evidence to blackmail him into becoming their slave. One day Tasaki manages to hypnotize his masters. And so his revenge begins. (Source: fourberie)

ARIA The CREPUSCOLO

The season is fall and the city of Neo-Venezia is covered in fallen leaves. Something is bothering Anya, who works at Orange Planet. Her senior colleagues Alice and Athena haven't seen each other due to their busy schedules, which is making Athena feel sad. But for some reason, Alice seems to be avoiding her altogether. With her friends Ai and Azusa's help, Anya tries to find a definitive way for Alice and Athena to get together. But during this time, Anya learns of a situation that only she can see because of where she stands. (Source: Shochiku Films)

Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House

Kiyo and Sumire came to Kyoto from Aomori Prefecture, dreaming of becoming maiko. But after an unexpected turn of events, Kiyo starts working as the live-in cook at the Maiko House. Their story unfolds in Kagai, the Geiko and maiko district in Kyoto, alongside their housemate maikos. Kiyo nourishes them daily with her homecooked meals, and Sumire strives toward her promising future as the once-in-a-century maiko. (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: Each episode was released on the fourth Thursday of each month. One episode usually features three chapters.

Tropical-Rouge! Precure

Manatsu Natsuumi is a first-year junior high school student born and raised on a small island. On the day she moves from the island, She meets Laura, a mermaid girl who has come to the earth alone in search of the legendary warrior, PreCure. Laura's hometown, Grand Ocean, is attacked by a witch who lives in the dark depths of the ocean, and all of their motivational power is taken away. It is said that if the motivational power of humans is also taken away, the world will be in deep trouble. Laura is captured by the witch's servant, and Manatsu transforms into Cure Summer to save her. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Gekidol

Five years after a mystifying disaster decimates cities across the globe, Seria Morino receives an invitation from a mysterious woman to join Alice in Theater, a small stage troupe that takes it upon themselves to brighten the world through their performances using 3D hologram technology. As Seria settles in, she begins to uncover unexpected truths about herself and the world around her... (Source: Funimation) Note: The BD box with all episodes was released on Mar 3, 2021. The regular broadcast ended on Mar 23, 2021 on AT-X.

Alice in Deadly School

Yuu and Nobu are practicing manzai (a two-person comedy act) act on the roof of the school. At the same time, the school building is overflowing with the presence of non-human "something else." It is said that if a person dies after being bitten by one of them, it will turn into the same "something else" and attack people. In the chaos of the school, Will Yuu, Nobu, and the other surviving students be able to escape from its evil hands? (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: A short special edit of the OVA, titled Alice in Deadly School Tokubetsu-ban: Ima, Stage no Maku ga Agaru (Alice in Deadly School Special Edit -The Stage Begins-), was broadcasted on Jan 4, 2021 as part of the New Year's special.

Night World

An animation project directed by Ryouchimo (Ryo-timo), made as a companion piece to Aimer's album "Walpurgis". The list of released videos included in this entry are as follows: Night 1: The 22 O'clock Guide (第1夜 -22時の案内人-), Apr 16, 2021. Night 2: The 26 O'clock Search (第2夜 -26時の探し物-), Jun 4, 2021. Night 3: The 4 O'clock Letter (第3夜 -4時の手紙-), Sept 12, 2021.

Let's Make a Mug Too 2

The second season of Yakunara Mug Cup Mo.

Hetalia: World Stars

There are strange people in this world. If it is short, it will disappear for several days, and if it is long, it will disappear for hundreds of years. The name and personality changed, and suddenly appeared by someone's unexpected idea. Even though he is the most weird, he is loosely accepted and used by his boss. This is the story of such strange people. (Source: MAL News)

I, Tsushima

The story centers on a woman who is getting on in years, but all her cats think she's a man so they call her Ojii-chan. One day a brazen cat named Tsushima appears in Ojii-chan's yard.

ARIA The BENEDIZIONE

The final part of the "Ao no Curtain Call" trilogy.

The Journey

The story of Aus, a young Arabian man with a mysterious past, who sets out with his peers to defend their city and families against a ruthless army general that threatens to enslave their people and destroy the Kaaba, a sacred sanctuary. As fear threatens to break their resolve, Aus' strength of faith compels him to stand and fight. Aus battles his own doubts and fears as he tries to unite his friends and compatriots on the eve of battle. Will the people of Mecca defeat the colossal army with nothing but their simple defenses and their love for their city? Toei Animation and Saudi Arabian media company Manga Productions revealed at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday the title, visual, and more staff for one of its upcoming collaboration projects. The film collaboration is titled The Journey. (Source: Anime News Network)

Cardfight!! Vanguard overDress

Yu-yu is a boy living in Kanazawa, Kaga Province. He is 15 years old and in his third year of junior high school. He has the ability to sense the feeling of others, but he is troubled by the fact that he cannot say no when asked. One day, Yu-yu could no longer stand going along with his sister's hobby, so he ran away from home. The one who saves him is Megumi Okura. Megumi invites Yu-yu to a nighttime amusement park called "Wonder Hill" where her friends hang out. At the amusement park, Yu-yu meets Megumi, Zakusa Ishikame, and Tomari Seto, members of "Team Blackout," a group that meets to play Vanguard every night. Tonight, a serious fight for the team's flag will take place. Blackout's leader, Danji Momoyama, and the mysterious and powerful fighter, Tohya Ebata. As Yu-yu stares at them, the card fight is soon eroded into a world of images. This is how Yu-yu encounters Vanguard, a world he has never seen before, and is drawn by its powerful allure - making new friends along the way. (Source: Bushiroad) Note: The first episode was pre-screened on March 24, 2021 on the official japanese Cardfight Vanguard youtube channel.

The House of the Lost on the Cape

17-year-old run-away Yui and 8-year-old Hiyori, who lost her family and her voice, have no place to go when they run into Kiwa, a strange old lady. She offers them a place to stay, in a slightly banged-up old house overlooking the sea, a Mayoiga. Despite joining Kiwa on a whim, the two girls find comfort in Mayoiga, a legendary house, said to look after lost travelers, and the warm hospitality of Kiwa. Both girls' damaged hearts begin to heal little by little. Until one day, a variety of strange beings which Kiwa calls "Fushigitto" begin popping up around the house. (Source: Eleven Arts)

KINMOZA The Movie: Thank you!!

Time flies when you're having fun, and it seems like only yesterday that Shinobu Omiya was nervously waiting for her friend Alice Cartelet to arrive from England to study at Shinobu's school in Japan. Now, in their third and final year, Alice, Shinobu, Aya, and Yoko have truly become the best of friends and even Karen, Honoka, and Kana are part of the gang as well. But since it's their last year, that means their time will be split between preparing for the big senior trip to Nara and Kyoto, and trying to make plans for whatever is to come next in their lives... and in Shinobu's case, that may mean something so amazing that she'd never even dared to dream it! (Source: Sentai Filmworks) Note: Announced in the May issue of Houbunsha's Manga Time Kirara Max magazine.

Ganbare, Douki-chan Special

An unaired episode included with the Ganbare, Douki-chan Blu-ray.