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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

Pokémon: Diamond and PearlPremiered on this day20 years ago

Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl

★7.32006
Ninja Hattori-kunPremiered on this day45 years ago

Ninja Hattori-kun

★7.01981
Mob Psycho MiniPremiered on this day10 years ago

Mob Psycho Mini

★6.52016
The Fated Magical Princess: Who Made Me a PrincessPremiered on this day1 year ago

The Fated Magical Princess: Who Made Me a Princess

★7.82025
The Garden of Sinners: Future GospelPremiered on this day13 years ago

The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel

★8.02013
The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel - Extra ChorusPremiered on this day13 years ago

The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel - Extra Chorus

★7.42013
My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank AdventurerPremiered on this day3 years ago

My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer

★6.82023
FLCL ProgressivePremiered on this day8 years ago

FLCL Progressive

★6.32018

Season rewind

Mob Psycho 100The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.Food Wars! The Second PlateReLIFE91 DaysOrange
summer 2016
10 years ago
69
shows
1,473
episodes
14
days of anime
J.C.Staff
Studio of the season
Franchise13 years ago
The Garden of Sinners: Future GospelOriginThe Garden of Sinners: Future GospelGrew into a 5-entry franchise
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
Watching now
1,127
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
20 years later

Ended on this day

Kaiji: Against All RulesEnded on this day15 years ago

Kaiji: Against All Rules

★8.32011
Life Lessons with Uramichi-OniisanEnded on this day5 years ago

Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan

★7.72021
The Idaten Deities Know Only PeaceEnded on this day5 years ago

The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace

★7.62021
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with DignityEnded on this day1 year ago

The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity

★8.52025
Battle Game in 5 SecondsEnded on this day5 years ago

Battle Game in 5 Seconds

★6.72021
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Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
初放映 PREMIERE
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
2006 · 20 years ago
The beloved action-adventure anime Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl premiered 20 years ago, continuing Ash Ketchum's journey. It brought the Sinnoh region to life with new Pokémon and challenges.
7.3 Score
Ninja Hattori-kun
初放映 PREMIERE
Ninja Hattori-kun
1981 · 45 years ago
The classic comedy anime Ninja Hattori-kun debuted 45 years ago, introducing audiences to the mischievous ninja apprentice. Its blend of slapstick humor and ninja antics made it a household name.
7.0 Score
Mob Psycho Mini
初放映 PREMIERE
Mob Psycho Mini
2016 · 10 years ago
The comedy special Mob Psycho Mini, a spin-off of the acclaimed series, premiered 10 years ago. These shorts offer a lighthearted glimpse into the lives of its characters.
6.5 Score
The Fated Magical Princess: Who Made Me a Princess
初放映 PREMIERE
The Fated Magical Princess: Who Made Me a Princess
2025 · 1 year ago
The drama and fantasy original net animation The Fated Magical Princess: Who Made Me a Princess premiered just 1 year ago. This reincarnation story has captured viewers' hearts.
7.8 Score
The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel
初放映 PREMIERE
The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel
2013 · 13 years ago
Thirteen years ago, the supernatural drama film The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel was released. This installment expands the intricate narrative of the series.
8.0 Score
The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel - Extra Chorus
初放映 PREMIERE
The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel - Extra Chorus
2013 · 13 years ago
Released alongside its film counterpart 13 years ago, The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel - Extra Chorus is a special that complements the main story. It offers additional insights into the supernatural world.
7.4 Score
My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer
初放映 PREMIERE
My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer
2023 · 3 years ago
The action-adventure fantasy series My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer premiered three years ago. It follows an adventurer's quest to find his daughter.
6.8 Score
FLCL Progressive
初放映 PREMIERE
FLCL Progressive
2018 · 8 years ago
The avant-garde sci-fi movie FLCL Progressive debuted eight years ago, continuing the legacy of the iconic original series. It offers a new chapter in the surreal world of FLCL.
6.3 Score
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
主題歌 THEME SONG
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
2006 · 20 years ago
♪ Together · Fumie Akiyoshi
summer 2016
季回顧 REWIND
summer 2016
2016 · 10 years ago
Ten years ago, the Summer 2016 anime season delivered a diverse lineup, dominated by comedies and featuring standout hits like Mob Psycho 100. It was a season packed with memorable shows.
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
視聴中 WATCHING NOW
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
2006 · 20 years ago
Twenty years after its premiere, Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl remains a popular watch, with a significant number of fans actively engaging with the series. Its blend of adventure and familiar characters keeps viewers hooked.
1,127 Watching now
The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel
系譜 FRANCHISE
The Garden of Sinners: Future Gospel
2013 · 13 years ago
Grew into a 5-entry franchise
+4 5 entries
Kaiji: Against All Rules
最終回 FINALE
Kaiji: Against All Rules
2011 · 15 years ago
The high-stakes psychological thriller Kaiji: Against All Rules concluded its run 15 years ago. This intense series challenged its characters with deadly games.
8.3 Score
Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan
最終回 FINALE
Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan
2021 · 5 years ago
The workplace comedy Life Lessons with Uramichi-Oniisan wrapped up its first season 5 years ago. The series offered a darkly comedic look at children's television.
7.7 Score
The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace
最終回 FINALE
The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace
2021 · 5 years ago
The action-adventure fantasy series The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace ended its run 5 years ago. The show featured a dark and violent world.
7.6 Score
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity
最終回 FINALE
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity
2025 · 1 year ago
The romance school drama The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity concluded its first season 1 year ago. It has garnered significant critical acclaim.
8.5 Score
Battle Game in 5 Seconds
最終回 FINALE
Battle Game in 5 Seconds
2021 · 5 years ago
The action-packed survival series Battle Game in 5 Seconds concluded 5 years ago. The show featured high-stakes battles with unique rules.
6.7 Score
Today's Edition September 28, 2026 · 15 stories ·
15-year milestone · Lead Story

Kaiji: Against All Rules Finale Aired 15 Years Ago

Ended on this day Kaiji: Against All Rules 2011
Kaiji: Against All Rules
Read the story
Adult CastHigh Stakes GamePsychologicalSeinen
15
years ago
2011
aired
★8.3
Score

Fifteen years ago, fans said goodbye to the gripping seinen series Kaiji: Against All Rules. This intense anime pushed its protagonist, Kaiji Itou, through a gauntlet of high-stakes, life-or-death gambling matches designed to test his wit and will to survive.

The series remains a benchmark for psychological thrillers, celebrated for its masterful depiction of desperation, strategy, and the human psyche under extreme pressure. Its enduring legacy lies in its ability to keep viewers on the edge of their seats, contemplating the very nature of risk and consequence.

Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Premiered on this day

Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl

20 years ago ★ 7.3

The beloved action-adventure anime Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl premiered 20 years ago, continuing Ash Ketchum's journey. It brought the Sinnoh region to life with new Pokémon and challenges.

Season rewind — summer 2016
Mob Psycho 100 Mob Psycho 100
The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.
Food Wars! The Second Plate Food Wars! The Second Plate
ReLIFE ReLIFE
91 Days 91 Days
Orange Orange
69
shows
1,473
episodes
14
days of anime
J.C.Staff
Studio of the season
Comedy
Top genre
summer 2016 Read the story 10 years ago
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