Anime On This Day — Friday, December 18, 2026

Premiered on this day

Premiered on this day33 years ago

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

★8.11993

Premiered on this day21 years ago

One Piece: The Detective Memoirs of Chief Straw Hat Luffy

★7.22005

Premiered on this day24 years ago

Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou: Quiet Country Cafe

★7.22002

Premiered on this day29 years ago

Macross Dynamite 7

★6.81997

Premiered on this day31 years ago

Macross 7 Encore

★7.01995

Premiered on this day11 years ago

Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid Specials

★6.22015

Premiered on this day6 years ago

Vlad Love

★5.92020

Premiered on this day16 years ago

Yuri Seijin Naoko-san

★5.82010

Season rewind

fall 2016

10 years ago

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

Franchise33 years ago

OriginLegend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New WarNext chapterGinga Eiyuu Densetsu

Watching now

278

Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid Specials

11 years later

Forgotten gem

Forgotten gem33 years ago

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

★8.11993

Ended on this day

Ended on this day20 years ago

Welcome to the N.H.K.

★8.32006

Ended on this day5 years ago

Blue Period

★7.82021

Ended on this day15 years ago

Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan - Demon Capital

★7.92011

Ended on this day5 years ago

Restaurant to Another World 2

★7.72021

Ended on this day10 years ago

Days

★7.22016

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初放映 PREMIERE

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

1993 · 33 years ago

This film expanded upon the opening chapters of the epic space opera. It offers a visually stunning and dramatically charged introduction to the conflict between the Galactic Empire and the Free Planets Alliance.

8.1 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

One Piece: The Detective Memoirs of Chief Straw Hat Luffy

2005 · 21 years ago

This standalone TV special from 21 years ago puts Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates on the case. It's a fun, self-contained mystery that showcases the crew's unique investigative (and often chaotic) methods.

7.2 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou: Quiet Country Cafe

2002 · 24 years ago

This OVA pair, released 24 years ago, continues the serene slice-of-life narrative set in a post-apocalyptic yet peaceful world. It follows the android Alpha Hatsusaki as she navigates her quiet existence.

7.2 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Macross Dynamite 7

1997 · 29 years ago

This OVA series from 29 years ago continues the musical space opera adventures of Fire Bomber. It follows Basara Nekki's journey to the planetanmar, seeking new songs and facing new threats.

6.8 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Macross 7 Encore

1995 · 31 years ago

This OVA set from 31 years ago provides additional stories and character development within the Macross 7 universe. It delves deeper into the lives of Fire Bomber and the crew of the Frontier Ship.

7.0 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid Specials

2015 · 11 years ago

These six special episodes, released 11 years ago, offer additional content and side stories for the Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid series. They explore the characters and world established in the main show.

6.2 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Vlad Love

2020 · 6 years ago

This comedy series from 6 years ago follows a high school girl who unexpectedly becomes involved with a vampire. It's a quirky take on supernatural and school life genres.

5.9 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Yuri Seijin Naoko-san

2010 · 16 years ago

This single-episode OVA from 16 years ago offers a comedic take on alien encounters and yuri themes. It follows a regular high school girl whose life changes when she meets an alien with a peculiar interest.

5.8 Score

主題歌 THEME SONG

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

1993 · 33 years ago

♪ Der Fliegende Höllander · Richard Wagner

季回顧 REWIND

fall 2016

2016 · 10 years ago

Ten years ago, the Fall 2016 anime season delivered a diverse lineup, featuring 83 shows including acclaimed hits like Haikyu!! 3rd Season and Yuri!!! On Ice. Comedy dominated the season's output.

視聴中 WATCHING NOW

Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid Specials

2015 · 11 years ago

Despite premiering 11 years ago, this collection of six action-packed specials continues to draw in viewers. Its unique blend of fantasy and high-octane combat keeps fans engaged.

278 Watching now

系譜 FRANCHISE

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

1993 · 33 years ago

Next chapter: Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu

+2 3 entries

隠玉 HIDDEN GEM

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

1993 · 33 years ago

Released 33 years ago, this sci-fi epic movie boasts a high score of 8.07, yet has been rated by fewer than 20,000 users. It's a must-watch for fans of grand space opera.

8.1 Score

最終回 FINALE

Welcome to the N.H.K.

2006 · 20 years ago

The acclaimed drama Welcome to the N.H.K. wrapped up its 24-episode run 20 years ago. This series offered a raw and unflinching look at social isolation and the hikikomori phenomenon.

8.3 Score

最終回 FINALE

Blue Period

2021 · 5 years ago

Blue Period aired its finale in 2021.

7.8 Score

最終回 FINALE

Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan - Demon Capital

2011 · 15 years ago

The second season of Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan, Demon Capital, finished its 24-episode run 15 years ago. This arc saw Rikuo Nura confronting major threats to his yokai clan.

7.9 Score

最終回 FINALE

Restaurant to Another World 2

2021 · 5 years ago

The second season of Restaurant to Another World finished its 12-episode run 5 years ago. This beloved gourmet fantasy series continued to serve up delicious tales from its magical eatery.

7.7 Score

最終回 FINALE

Days

2016 · 10 years ago

The intense sports drama Days concluded its 24-episode run 10 years ago. This series followed the journey of underdog high school soccer players striving for victory.

7.2 Score

20-year milestone · Lead Story

Welcome to the N.H.K. concluded 20 years ago

Ended on this day Welcome to the N.H.K. 2006

ComedyDramaOtaku CulturePsychological

20: years ago
2006: aired
★8.3: Score

, a 24-episode television series that resonated deeply with its unflinching portrayal of social anxiety and isolation. ' is responsible for his NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) status. The series masterfully explores themes of depression, self-doubt, and the struggle for connection in modern society.

K. remains a powerful and relevant series for its honest depiction of mental health struggles and the challenges faced by those on the fringes of society. Its blend of dark humor, psychological depth, and moments of genuine hope continues to strike a chord with viewers, cementing its status as a significant and thought-provoking work in anime.

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

33 years ago ★ 8.1

This film expanded upon the opening chapters of the epic space opera. It offers a visually stunning and dramatically charged introduction to the conflict between the Galactic Empire and the Free Planets Alliance.

In Brief

Premiered on this day 21 years ago

One Piece: The Detective Memoirs of Chief Straw Hat Luffy

7.2 Score

This standalone TV special from 21 years ago puts Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates on the case. It's a fun, self-contained mystery that showcases the crew's unique investigative (and often chaotic) methods.

Premiered on this day 24 years ago

Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou: Quiet Country Cafe

7.2 Score

This OVA pair, released 24 years ago, continues the serene slice-of-life narrative set in a post-apocalyptic yet peaceful world. It follows the android Alpha Hatsusaki as she navigates her quiet existence.

Premiered on this day 29 years ago

Macross Dynamite 7

6.8 Score

This OVA series from 29 years ago continues the musical space opera adventures of Fire Bomber. It follows Basara Nekki's journey to the planetanmar, seeking new songs and facing new threats.

Premiered on this day 31 years ago

Macross 7 Encore

7.0 Score

This OVA set from 31 years ago provides additional stories and character development within the Macross 7 universe. It delves deeper into the lives of Fire Bomber and the crew of the Frontier Ship.

Premiered on this day 11 years ago

Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid Specials

6.2 Score

These six special episodes, released 11 years ago, offer additional content and side stories for the Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid series. They explore the characters and world established in the main show.

Premiered on this day 6 years ago

Vlad Love

5.9 Score

This comedy series from 6 years ago follows a high school girl who unexpectedly becomes involved with a vampire. It's a quirky take on supernatural and school life genres.

Opening · Theme song

Der Fliegende Höllander

by Richard Wagner

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War · 33 years ago

Franchise

+23 entries

Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Overture to a New War

Next chapterGinga Eiyuu Densetsu