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On This Day in Anime

Premieres, finales and forgotten gems tied to today — plus what fans are watching right now.

Premiered on this day

Hell Teacher NubePremiered on this day30 years ago

Hell Teacher Nube

★7.61996
Senjou no Valkyria 3: Tagatame no JuusouPremiered on this day15 years ago

Senjou no Valkyria 3: Tagatame no Juusou

★7.32011
Hanaukyou Maid-taiPremiered on this day25 years ago

Hanaukyou Maid-tai

★6.62001
Food for the SoulPremiered on this day1 year ago

Food for the Soul

★7.82025
monoPremiered on this day1 year ago

mono

★7.72025
Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2Premiered on this day1 year ago

Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2

★7.12025
Kaiju No. 8Premiered on this day2 years ago

Kaiju No. 8

★8.22024
Wotakoi: Love is Hard for OtakuPremiered on this day8 years ago

Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku

★7.92018

Season rewind

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is UnbreakableMy Hero AcademiaBungo Stray DogsMagi: Adventure of SinbadHaven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto
spring 2016
10 years ago
78
shows
2,706
episodes
22
days of anime
Studio Deen
Studio of the season
Franchise2 years ago
Kaiju No. 8OriginKaiju No. 8Next chapterKaiju No. 8 Season 2
Shin Chan
Watching now
4,305
Shin Chan
34 years later
Gantz
Gantz
♥ 62% Love it38% Hate it ✕

Forgotten gem

Case Closed Movie 22: Zero the EnforcerForgotten gem8 years ago

Case Closed Movie 22: Zero the Enforcer

★7.92018

Ended on this day

Monster Musume: Everyday Life with Monster Girls OVAEnded on this day9 years ago

Monster Musume: Everyday Life with Monster Girls OVA

★7.12017
Hey, Your Cat Ears Are Showing! 2Ended on this day7 years ago

Hey, Your Cat Ears Are Showing! 2

★7.32019
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Hell Teacher Nube
初放映 PREMIERE
Hell Teacher Nube
1996 · 30 years ago
Thirty years ago, Nube's journey began, bringing a unique blend of supernatural horror and school comedy to screens. The series quickly became a staple for fans of shonen with a darker, more mythological edge.
7.6 Score
Senjou no Valkyria 3: Tagatame no Juusou
初放映 PREMIERE
Senjou no Valkyria 3: Tagatame no Juusou
2011 · 15 years ago
Fifteen years ago, the OVA adaptation of Senjou no Valkyria 3 arrived, expanding the world of the popular strategy game. These two episodes delve deeper into the military drama and fantasy elements that defined the series.
7.3 Score
Hanaukyou Maid-tai
初放映 PREMIERE
Hanaukyou Maid-tai
2001 · 25 years ago
Twenty-five years ago, the ecchi comedy Hanaukyou Maid-tai first aired, presenting a unique harem scenario. The series follows a young man who inherits a mansion and finds himself surrounded by a legion of devoted maids.
6.6 Score
Food for the Soul
初放映 PREMIERE
Food for the Soul
2025 · 1 year ago
Just one year ago, Food for the Soul served up a delightful slice of life centered on its adult cast and gourmet themes. The series follows a group of characters who find joy and connection through their shared love of food.
7.8 Score
mono
初放映 PREMIERE
mono
2025 · 1 year ago
One year ago, the slice-of-life comedy mono premiered, showcasing the everyday lives of its CGDCT cast. The series blends humor with visual arts, creating a unique and charming atmosphere.
7.7 Score
Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2
初放映 PREMIERE
Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2
2025 · 1 year ago
A year ago, Go! Go! Loser Ranger! returned for its second season, continuing its blend of action and urban fantasy. This installment dives deeper into the conflict between heroes and villains in a world where the 'bad guys' have already won.
7.1 Score
Kaiju No. 8
初放映 PREMIERE
Kaiju No. 8
2024 · 2 years ago
Two years ago, the highly anticipated Kaiju No. 8 burst onto the scene, quickly becoming a massive hit. This action-packed series, set in a world battling giant monsters, captivated audiences with its dynamic animation and compelling story.
8.2 Score
Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku
初放映 PREMIERE
Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku
2018 · 8 years ago
Eight years ago, Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku began its charming exploration of adult otaku relationships. This workplace comedy captured the hearts of viewers with its relatable portrayal of geeks navigating romance and their passions.
7.9 Score
Kaiju No. 8
主題歌 THEME SONG
Kaiju No. 8
2024 · 2 years ago
♪ Abyss · YUNGBLUD
spring 2016
季回顧 REWIND
spring 2016
2016 · 10 years ago
Ten years ago, Spring 2016 delivered a powerhouse season of anime, highlighted by the premieres of Re:ZERO, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable, and My Hero Academia. It was a season that defined many modern anime trends.
Shin Chan
視聴中 WATCHING NOW
Shin Chan
1992 · 34 years ago
Thirty-four years after its debut, Shin Chan continues to entertain audiences with its unique brand of comedy. The long-running series, known for its adult themes and school-life antics, maintains a steady viewership.
4,305 Watching now
Gantz
賛否 DIVISIVE
Gantz
2004 · 22 years ago
Twenty-two years ago, the intense sci-fi series Gantz premiered, a show that quickly became known for its graphic violence and morally complex premise. It pits a group of deceased individuals against alien hunters in a deadly game.
62/38 Love it · Hate it
Kaiju No. 8
系譜 FRANCHISE
Kaiju No. 8
2024 · 2 years ago
Next chapter: Kaiju No. 8 Season 2
+5 6 entries
Case Closed Movie 22: Zero the Enforcer
隠玉 HIDDEN GEM
Case Closed Movie 22: Zero the Enforcer
2018 · 8 years ago
Eight years ago, Detective Conan's 22nd film, Zero the Enforcer, hit theaters, delivering a high-stakes mystery. The movie focused on the enigmatic Tooru Amuro and a large-scale bombing plot in Tokyo.
7.9 Score
Monster Musume: Everyday Life with Monster Girls OVA
最終回 FINALE
Monster Musume: Everyday Life with Monster Girls OVA
2017 · 9 years ago
Nine years ago, the Monster Musume OVA concluded its run with its second episode. This ecchi comedy continued the story of Kimihito Kurusu and his unconventional household of non-human companions.
7.1 Score
Hey, Your Cat Ears Are Showing! 2
最終回 FINALE
Hey, Your Cat Ears Are Showing! 2
2019 · 7 years ago
Seven years ago, the boys' love comedy Hey, Your Cat Ears Are Showing! 2 finished its twelve-episode run as an ONA. The series followed the sweet and comedic interactions between its anthropomorphic characters.
7.3 Score
Today's Edition April 13, 2026 · 14 stories ·
15-year milestone · Lead Story

Senjou no Valkyria 3 OVA Lands 15 Years Ago

Premiered on this day Senjou no Valkyria 3: Tagatame no Juusou 2011
Senjou no Valkyria 3: Tagatame no Juusou
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ActionFantasyMilitary
15
years ago
2011
aired
★7.3
Score

Fifteen years ago, fans of the Valkyria Chronicles series got a dose of military fantasy with the premiere of the Senjou no Valkyria 3 OVA. These two episodes offered a self-contained story that fleshed out the game's world, focusing on action and dramatic conflict.

The OVA's appeal lies in its faithful adaptation of the game's aesthetic and its character-driven narrative, offering a satisfying glimpse into its war-torn world for both seasoned players and newcomers alike.

Hell Teacher Nube Premiered on this day

Hell Teacher Nube

30 years ago ★ 7.6

Thirty years ago, Nube's journey began, bringing a unique blend of supernatural horror and school comedy to screens. The series quickly became a staple for fans of shonen with a darker, more mythological edge.

Season rewind — spring 2016
Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable
My Hero Academia My Hero Academia
Bungo Stray Dogs Bungo Stray Dogs
Magi: Adventure of Sinbad Magi: Adventure of Sinbad
Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto
78
shows
2,706
episodes
22
days of anime
Studio Deen
Studio of the season
Comedy
Top genre
spring 2016 Read the story 10 years ago
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