All days The Almanac · Wednesday, November 25, 2026

On This Day in Anime

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

Premiered on this day

Premiered on this day20 years ago

Paprika

★8.12006

Premiered on this day5 years ago

Super Crooks

★7.22021

Premiered on this day4 years ago

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie - Scarlet Bond

★7.62022

Premiered on this day23 years ago

Chrono Crusade

★7.62003

Premiered on this day9 years ago

Our love has always been 10 centimeters apart.

★7.52017

Premiered on this day11 years ago

Strike the Blood: Kingdom of the Valkyria

★7.22015

Premiered on this day9 years ago

Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter

★7.72017

Premiered on this day9 years ago

Armed Girl's Machiavellism OVA

★6.82017

Season rewind

fall 2016

10 years ago

83: shows
1,840: episodes
20: days of anime
TMS Entertainment: Studio of the season

Franchise4 years ago

OriginThat Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie - Scarlet BondGrew into a 4-entry franchise

Watching now

2,092

Our love has always been 10 centimeters apart.

9 years later

Paprika

♥ 50% Love it50% Hate it ✕

Forgotten gem

Forgotten gem9 years ago

Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter

★7.72017

Ended on this day

Ended on this day3 years ago

Arknights: Perish in Frost

★7.62023

Ended on this day4 years ago

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These - Intrigue

★8.32022

Ended on this day4 years ago

Dragon Raja -The Blazing Dawn-

★7.32022

Ended on this day31 years ago

You're Under Arrest

★7.51995

Ended on this day16 years ago

Demon King Daimao Specials

★6.72010

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初放映 PREMIERE

Paprika

2006 · 20 years ago

Satoshi Kon's dreamlike psychodrama Paprika arrived 20 years ago, a visually stunning journey into the subconscious. This award-winning sci-fi mystery captivated audiences with its unique blend of avant-garde visuals and psychological depth.

8.1 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Super Crooks

2021 · 5 years ago

The action-packed superhero series Super Crooks arrived 5 years ago, bringing a unique blend of super-powered heists and dramatic suspense. This adaptation of Mark Millar's comic series offered a fresh take on the genre with its adult cast and thrilling narrative.

7.2 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie - Scarlet Bond

2022 · 4 years ago

The fantasy adventure That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie - Scarlet Bond premiered 4 years ago, expanding the beloved isekai world. This shounen film offered fans a new story filled with action, comedy, and the series' signature reincarnation themes.

7.6 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Chrono Crusade

2003 · 23 years ago

The supernatural action series Chrono Crusade began its run 23 years ago, weaving a tale of demons, angels, and a desperate race against time. This shounen series combined historical and mythological elements with a compelling romance and supernatural battles.

7.6 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Our love has always been 10 centimeters apart.

2017 · 9 years ago

The poignant romance series Our love has always been 10 centimeters apart. debuted 9 years ago, exploring the complexities of young love and artistic ambition. This school drama, focusing on visual arts, captivated audiences with its heartfelt story and relatable characters.

7.5 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Strike the Blood: Kingdom of the Valkyria

2015 · 11 years ago

The action-packed OVA Strike the Blood: Kingdom of the Valkyria launched 11 years ago, continuing the supernatural adventures of its protagonists. This installment added more fantasy, ecchi, and harem elements to the popular urban fantasy series.

7.2 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter

2017 · 9 years ago

The mahou shoujo drama Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter began 9 years ago, offering a compelling continuation of its story. This series delivered intense drama and magical girl action, delving deeper into the struggles of its heroines.

7.7 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Armed Girl's Machiavellism OVA

2017 · 9 years ago

The action-comedy OVA Armed Girl's Machiavellism OVA arrived 9 years ago, bringing more of its unique brand of school-based combat. This shounen title delivered action, ecchi elements, and a comedic touch.

6.8 Score

主題歌 THEME SONG

Paprika

2006 · 20 years ago

♪ Mediational Field · Susumu Hirasawa

季回顧 REWIND

fall 2016

2016 · 10 years ago

Fall 2016 delivered a robust season with 83 shows, including titans like Haikyu!! 3rd Season and Yuri!!! On Ice. Comedy reigned supreme as the top genre, with TMS Entertainment leading production.

視聴中 WATCHING NOW

Our love has always been 10 centimeters apart.

2017 · 9 years ago

The romantic drama Our love has always been 10 centimeters apart. premiered 9 years ago, and it continues to capture the hearts of viewers today. This school romance is cherished for its heartfelt story and exploration of young love.

2,092 Watching now

賛否 DIVISIVE

Paprika

2006 · 20 years ago

Satoshi Kon's psychedelic masterpiece Paprika, released 20 years ago, continues to spark debate among viewers, with a notable 50% of its audience scoring it highly. This avant-garde sci-fi film is celebrated for its stunning visuals and complex psychological themes.

50/50 Love it · Hate it

系譜 FRANCHISE

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie - Scarlet Bond

2022 · 4 years ago

Grew into a 4-entry franchise

+3 4 entries

隠玉 HIDDEN GEM

Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter

2017 · 9 years ago

The mahou shoujo drama Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter premiered 9 years ago, a series that resonated deeply despite a relatively small audience. It delivered intense drama and magical girl action, exploring profound themes.

7.7 Score

最終回 FINALE

Arknights: Perish in Frost

2023 · 3 years ago

The action-fantasy series Arknights: Perish in Frost wrapped up its run 3 years ago, concluding a tense arc for its operators. The series explored themes of conflict and survival in a harsh world.

7.6 Score

最終回 FINALE

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These - Intrigue

2022 · 4 years ago

The epic space opera Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These - Intrigue concluded its run 4 years ago, bringing a dramatic chapter to a close. This installment of the acclaimed sci-fi series delivered intense military drama and political maneuvering.

8.3 Score

最終回 FINALE

Dragon Raja -The Blazing Dawn-

2022 · 4 years ago

The fantasy adventure series Dragon Raja -The Blazing Dawn- concluded its run 4 years ago, bringing its extensive story to a close. This ONA adaptation explored a world of magic and adventure.

7.3 Score

最終回 FINALE

You're Under Arrest

1995 · 31 years ago

The beloved police comedy You're Under Arrest wrapped up its inaugural OVA series 31 years ago, showcasing the daily lives of two determined female officers. This action-comedy blended workplace humor with thrilling pursuits.

7.5 Score

最終回 FINALE

Demon King Daimao Specials

2010 · 16 years ago

The comedy specials for Demon King Daimao concluded 16 years ago, offering fans extra doses of ecchi humor and fantasy antics. These side stories expanded on the series' comedic elements.

6.7 Score

20-year milestone · Lead Story

Paprika debuted 20 years ago

Premiered on this day Paprika 2006

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20: years ago
2006: aired
★8.1: Score

Satoshi Kon's mesmerizing animated feature Paprika premiered 20 years ago, an avant-garde masterpiece that plunged viewers into the surreal landscape of dreams. This psychological sci-fi film, celebrated for its stunning visuals and intricate narrative, explores themes of identity, reality, and the subconscious through the story of a revolutionary psychotherapy device.

Paprika remains a touchstone for its groundbreaking animation and profound exploration of the human psyche. Fans continue to revisit this film for its innovative storytelling and its ability to challenge perceptions of reality, solidifying its place as a beloved cult classic in the annals of anime cinema.