Anime On This Day — Saturday, July 4, 2026

Premiered on this day

Premiered on this day10 years ago

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.

★8.42016

Premiered on this day10 years ago

Orange

★7.62016

Premiered on this day25 years ago

Shaman King

★7.72001

Premiered on this day10 years ago

New Game!

★7.52016

Premiered on this day5 years ago

How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom

★7.32021

Premiered on this day5 years ago

The Duke of Death and His Maid

★7.62021

Premiered on this day20 years ago

We Were There

★7.22006

Premiered on this day5 years ago

Kageki Shojo!!

★7.72021

Season rewind

summer 2016

10 years ago

69: shows
1,473: episodes
14: days of anime
J.C.Staff: Studio of the season

Franchise10 years ago

OriginThe Disastrous Life of Saiki K.Next chapterThe Disastrous Life of Saiki K. Season 2

♥ 37% Love it63% Hate it ✕

Forgotten gem

Forgotten gem18 years ago

Hidamari Sketch x 365

★7.82008

Ended on this day

Ended on this day5 years ago

Shadows House

★7.82021

Ended on this day1 year ago

The Apothecary Diaries Season 2

★8.92025

Ended on this day10 years ago

Food Wars! OVA

★7.32016

Ended on this day16 years ago

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

★9.12010

Ended on this day25 years ago

SoulTaker

★6.42001

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初放映 PREMIERE

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.

2016 · 10 years ago

This beloved supernatural comedy about a psychic teen's mundane struggles debuted 10 years ago. Its unique blend of gag humor and relatable character dynamics quickly made it a fan favorite.

8.4 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Orange

2016 · 10 years ago

The poignant shoujo drama Orange, exploring themes of regret and friendship through time travel, premiered 10 years ago. It captured hearts with its emotional depth and relatable struggles.

7.6 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Shaman King

2001 · 25 years ago

The action-packed supernatural shonen Shaman King first aired 25 years ago, following Yoh Asakura's quest to become the all-powerful Shaman King. Its unique premise and compelling cast captivated audiences worldwide.

7.7 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

New Game!

2016 · 10 years ago

The charming CGDCT comedy New Game!, centered on a group of aspiring game developers, debuted 10 years ago. Its heartwarming portrayal of workplace friendships and passion for creation became an instant hit.

7.5 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom

2021 · 5 years ago

This isekai fantasy, How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom, began its run 5 years ago, following a pragmatic hero tasked with saving a kingdom through administration and strategy. It offered a unique take on the genre's power fantasies.

7.3 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

The Duke of Death and His Maid

2021 · 5 years ago

This unique romantic comedy, The Duke of Death and His Maid, premiered 5 years ago, telling the story of a cursed duke who cannot touch anyone without killing them. Its blend of melancholy and sweetness charmed viewers.

7.6 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

We Were There

2006 · 20 years ago

The emotional shoujo drama We Were There, exploring the complexities of young love and loss, began airing 20 years ago. Its realistic portrayal of relationships and heartbreak resonated deeply with audiences.

7.2 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Kageki Shojo!!

2021 · 5 years ago

This inspiring drama about aspiring actresses at a prestigious performing arts school, Kageki Shojo!!, debuted 5 years ago. It captivated audiences with its focus on dedication, rivalry, and the pursuit of dreams.

7.7 Score

主題歌 THEME SONG

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.

2016 · 10 years ago

♪ Seishun wa Zankoku ja nai (青春は残酷じゃない) · Natsuki Hanae

季回顧 REWIND

summer 2016

2016 · 10 years ago

Ten years ago, the Summer 2016 anime season delivered a powerful lineup, including the acclaimed Mob Psycho 100 and The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. This season offered a diverse range of hits from top studios.

視聴中 WATCHING NOW

Tokyo Ghoul

2014 · 12 years ago

Twelve years after its debut, Tokyo Ghoul continues to draw in viewers with its dark fantasy and psychological thrills. The series' exploration of identity and survival in a world divided by humans and ghouls remains compelling.

27,917 Watching now

賛否 DIVISIVE

School Days

2007 · 19 years ago

Nineteen years ago, the romance drama School Days began, a series that would become infamous for its shocking twists. While polarizing, its exploration of relationship dynamics and consequences remains a talking point.

37/63 Love it · Hate it

系譜 FRANCHISE

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.

2016 · 10 years ago

Next chapter: The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. Season 2

+4 5 entries

隠玉 HIDDEN GEM

Hidamari Sketch x 365

2008 · 18 years ago

This heartwarming slice-of-life series, Hidamari Sketch x 365, premiered 18 years ago, continuing the gentle daily lives of four art students. Its iyashikei charm and focus on everyday beauty have made it a beloved cult gem.

7.8 Score

最終回 FINALE

Shadows House

2021 · 5 years ago

The mysterious fantasy series Shadows House concluded its first season 5 years ago, enthralling viewers with its unique premise of shadow-like beings and their living "dolls." Its atmospheric world-building left a lasting impression.

7.8 Score

最終回 FINALE

The Apothecary Diaries Season 2

2025 · 1 year ago

The acclaimed historical medical mystery, The Apothecary Diaries Season 2, concluded its run 1 year ago. Its intricate plots and compelling protagonist Maomao continued to enthrall fans.

8.9 Score

最終回 FINALE

Food Wars! OVA

2016 · 10 years ago

The culinary-themed OVA for Food Wars! concluded its two-episode run 10 years ago, offering fans more of the gourmet action and delicious-looking dishes they loved. These OVAs provided extra adventures for Soma Yukihira and his friends.

7.3 Score

最終回 FINALE

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

2010 · 16 years ago

The epic fantasy adventure Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood concluded its monumental run 16 years ago. Widely regarded as a masterpiece, its faithful adaptation and profound themes left an indelible mark on anime.

9.1 Score

最終回 FINALE

SoulTaker

2001 · 25 years ago

The dark supernatural series SoulTaker concluded its run 25 years ago, offering a gritty tale of a young man seeking revenge with newfound powers. Its unique horror elements and intense action made it a memorable watch.

6.4 Score

5-year milestone · Lead Story

Shadows House Season 1 Concluded 5 Years Ago

Ended on this day Shadows House 2021

FantasyMysterySeinen

5: years ago
2021: aired
★7.8: Score

Five years ago, the first season of Shadows House wrapped up, leaving audiences captivated by its enigmatic world and compelling characters. The story unfolds in a mysterious mansion inhabited by the faceless nobility known as "Shadows," who are attended by "Dolls" that absorb soot from their masters' séances.

The series' distinctive art style, haunting atmosphere, and slow-burn mystery surrounding the true nature of the Shadows and their Dolls made it a standout. Fans were drawn into its unique blend of gothic horror and intriguing supernatural elements, eagerly anticipating the secrets that lay hidden within the mansion's walls.

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.

10 years ago ★ 8.4

This beloved supernatural comedy about a psychic teen's mundane struggles debuted 10 years ago. Its unique blend of gag humor and relatable character dynamics quickly made it a fan favorite.

In Brief

Premiered on this day 10 years ago

Orange

7.6 Score

The poignant shoujo drama Orange, exploring themes of regret and friendship through time travel, premiered 10 years ago. It captured hearts with its emotional depth and relatable struggles.

Premiered on this day 25 years ago

Shaman King

7.7 Score

The action-packed supernatural shonen Shaman King first aired 25 years ago, following Yoh Asakura's quest to become the all-powerful Shaman King. Its unique premise and compelling cast captivated audiences worldwide.

Premiered on this day 10 years ago

New Game!

7.5 Score

The charming CGDCT comedy New Game!, centered on a group of aspiring game developers, debuted 10 years ago. Its heartwarming portrayal of workplace friendships and passion for creation became an instant hit.

Premiered on this day 5 years ago

How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom

7.3 Score

This isekai fantasy, How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom, began its run 5 years ago, following a pragmatic hero tasked with saving a kingdom through administration and strategy. It offered a unique take on the genre's power fantasies.

Premiered on this day 5 years ago

The Duke of Death and His Maid

7.6 Score

This unique romantic comedy, The Duke of Death and His Maid, premiered 5 years ago, telling the story of a cursed duke who cannot touch anyone without killing them. Its blend of melancholy and sweetness charmed viewers.

Premiered on this day 20 years ago

We Were There

7.2 Score

The emotional shoujo drama We Were There, exploring the complexities of young love and loss, began airing 20 years ago. Its realistic portrayal of relationships and heartbreak resonated deeply with audiences.

Opinion · The Divisive Desk

School Days

Nineteen years ago, the romance drama School Days began, a series that would become infamous for its shocking twists. While polarizing, its exploration of relationship dynamics and consequences remains a talking point.

37% 63%

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Opening · Theme song

Seishun wa Zankoku ja nai (青春は残酷じゃない)

by Natsuki Hanae

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. · 10 years ago

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