Year 2023

Big Sister Humiliation

Detarame na Sekai no Melodrama

A short anime directed by China in collaboration with music by CreepHyp. Note: A part of the "TOHO animation: Music Films" project, in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of TOHO Animation.

Shin Jigen! Crayon Shin-chan THE MOVIE: Chounouryoku Daikessen - Tobe Tobe Temakizushi

The 31st Crayon Shin-chan film.

Osomatsu-san: Tamashii no Takoyaki Party to Densetsu no Otomari-kai

In Osomatsu-san: Tamashii no Takoyaki Party to Densetsu no Otomari-kai, the story begins with the sextuplets prepping for a takoyaki-cooking party at their home, before everything goes haywire when Totoko implies a sleepover. (Source: Anime News Network, edited) Note: To commemorate the 6th anniversary of Osomatsu-san anime, two new animation projects that will have a theatrical release were announced at the "Fes Matsu-san '21" event, with one in 2022, and the other the following year.

Himitsu no Hana no Niwa

A short anime directed by Namiko Ishidate in collaboration with music by Ryokuoushoku Shakai. Note: A part of the "TOHO animation: Music Films" project, in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of TOHO Animation.

Ensemble Stars!!: Tsuioku Selection - Crossroad

An Ensemble Stars! anime project based on the "Crossroad" event from the mobile rhythm game.

Bikkurimen

A new anime featuring characters from LOTTE's Bikkuriman chocolate wafer snacks.

Tenchi Muyo! GXP Paradise Starting

2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the original Tenchi Muyo! Ryo-Ohki OVA series and to celebrate, a brand new Tenchi Muyo! GXP anime series was announced. The new series, titled Tenchi Muyo! GXP Paradise Beginnings Arc, connects the 4th and 5th seasons of the series and will serve as an introduction to the Paradise War through the eyes of Seina Yamada. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Ambivalent Love

Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei Mini Anime: Onsen

Exclusive mini anime episodes of Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei included with the first and second volumes of the anime's Blu-ray/DVD.

Stand My Heroes: Warmth of Memories

The OVA will be based on the Narumi Seo character map story event that was featured in the smartphone game in April 2018. Seo, who has a unique memory disorder, will appear alongside other heroes of the Seo Research Laboratory in the OVA. (Source: MAL News) Note: The OVA had an early screening event on January 28, 2023.

Neko to Wakai se na

A short anime directed by Mizuki Itou in collaboration with music by HENTAI SHINSHI CLUB. Note: A part of the "TOHO animation: Music Films" project, in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of TOHO Animation.

Kanojo, Okarishimasu 3rd Season Petit

Continuation of the petit series for the second season.

Night Tail

Based on the erotic doujin game by Circle Kurasuke Souko (さーくるくらすけ倉庫). The creature that feasts on human memories and spirit, dream demons. The protagonist Night uses her power to battle these demons, and free people from their nightmares. However, the one controlling the dream demons appears, and takes all of Night's friends, and everyone in her village away to her domain. In order to bring everyone back, Night must battle those that control the dream demons, the "Wardens of Paradise" (Source: DLsite English)

HIDARI (Pilot Film)

Stories have been told of a legendary craftsman during the Edo-era, by the name of Jingoro Hidari. Today, sculptures accredited to Jingoro can be found throughout Japan, but his very existence is yet to be confirmed. Having lost his foster parent and right arm to the betrayal of his senior apprentices, Jingoro is on a journey of revenge with a mechanical prosthetic arm and his sidekick, "Sleeping Cat." People soon came to call him Jingoro "Hidari" because of his ability to artfully use his carpentry tools with only his left arm ("hidari" means "left" in Japanese). Finally, Jingoro faces one of his adversaries "Inumaru" and the curtains rise on a fight to the death. (Source: Niigata International Animation Film Festival) Note: Public release on 8th March 2023.

Junjou Decamelon

Fate/Grand Order: Fujimaru Ritsuka wa Wakaranai - Dai Bounen Otanoshimikai 2023

A new special of Fate/Grand Order: Fujimaru Ritsuka wa Wakaranai featuring an original story which aired on the "Fate Project New Year's Eve TV Special 2023".

Watashi no Oshi wa Akuyaku Reijou.: Rae to Claire ni Ichimon Ittou

Mini anime of Watashi no Oshi wa Akuyaku Reijou. posted on the KING AMUSEMENT CREATIVE YouTube channel and the anime's official Twitter.

Shin Shinka no Mi Gekijou: Tokubetsu-hen

GAMERA -Rebirth- x Nights with a Cat

Special episode of Yoru wa Neko to Issho promoting GAMERA: Rebirth.

Nightmare x Deathscythe: Resonance of Rebellion

Based on the erotic game by Guilty Nightmare Project. Rinne Natsume is a very ordinary schoolgirl, she lived her life thinking that... until she found out her secret. A few months ago, she was attacked by a devil cult and lost her father. At that time, she awakens the power of the "god of death" that she had been harboring inside her, and defeats the cultists. Her momentary peace does not last long, and she is taken prisoner. Akuto, the head of the cult's branch, turns the brunt of his resentment toward Rinne for the wounds inflicted on him by Rinne's father. Now, the sacred mating ritual between the devil and the god of death is about to begin. Then, wandering exorcists Setsuna Shindou and Yuuka appear! However, despite their best efforts, they are surrounded by a large number of believers... What is waiting for them at the end of this desperate situation!?

Tsuma Netori Kan: Bijutsu Kyoushi no Baai

Beyblade Burst QuadStrike

The stage is set for a masquerade tournament, but the Dark Prince isn't the only belle at this ball! Enter: the masked Blader known as 'Quadra'. Wielding her elemental Bey, Lightning Pandora, Quadra has defeated every foe to come her way. Meanwhile, Quadra's brother, Pax, is busy studying the elemental powers radiating from a series of mysterious ruins nearby. Bel might be the Dark Prince, but this adventure is full of even darker secrets! (Source: BEYBLADE BURST Official on YouTube)

Saikyou Onmyouji Mini

Mini anime of Saikyou Onmyouji no Isekai Tenseiki shorts posted on the official Twitter.

Kaiko sareta Ankoku Heishi (30-dai) no Slow na Second Life SD Mini Anime

Mini anime of Kaiko sareta Ankoku Heishi (30-dai) no Slow na Second Life posted on the official YouTube and Twitter accounts. Note: Includes Episode #0.

Detective Pikachu & the Mystery of the Missing Flan

A mouthwatering mystery's afoot, and Detective Pikachu is on the case. Tim's flan has gone missing, and there aren't many obvious suspects, but that's not going to stop the world's greatest Pokémon detective from taking the case. Can Detective Pikachu's electrifying logic save the day--and Tim's flan? (Source: Pokémon News, edited)

Shunka Shuutou

IDOLiSH7 the Movie LIVE 4bit BEYOND THE PERIOD Day 2

Day 2 of IDOLiSH's Concert Film - BEYOND THE PERIOD. Aspiring idols come to Takanashi Productions to form musical groups, in hopes of finding international fame. Four groups decide to put on a live performance. IDOLiSH7, TRIGGER, Re:vale, and ŹOOĻ each have their own distinct dances, style, and presence. Together, they'll put on a concert for the ages. Discover a performance unlike any other from the groups you've come to love! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Slimetachi no Idobata Kaigi 2

More short animations posted on the Kamihiro Twitter account.

Shuumatsu no Valkyrie II Mini Anime

Sequel to the Shuumatsu no Valkyrie Mini Anime. Posted mainly on the Warner Bros. Japan Anime YouTube channel and on the Record of Ragnarok official Twitter.