Most Popular Anime in Japan Right Now (Winter 2022)
Although a lot of the anime that is popular in the west is also popular in Japan, there are still many animes that become very popular in Japan but are not known to the people of other countries. Even though these animes are not popular in other countries, they definitely should be as most of them are super fun to watch! Today we’re going to share with you the most popular animes in Japan right now (winter 2022) so you can watch them and maybe find a new favorite! (This list is in no particular order). Most of these anime have gained popularity through being released on Japanese Netflix, so if you are currently residing in Japan you can watch most of these on Netflix! So if you’re looking for some new, interesting anime to watch…make sure to keep on reading!!
What is Anime?
Anime is a type of animation or cartoon series that has been created in Japan. Anime usually originates from manga which are hand drawn comics and graphic novels. These get turned into anime by animation studios and are shared on various platform. Anime is written as ‘アニメ’ in Japanese and originated from the word ‘アニメーション’ meaning animation. Anime has been around in Japan since the early 20th century and has slowly grown in popularity since then. Nowadays, anime is popular all around the world with many anime fans labeling themselves as ‘otaku’.
What Type of Anime is Popular in Japan?
Just like in other countries, there are many different types and genres of anime that are popular in Japan! The anime that people like in Japan is often different depending on their age, gender and other factors. There are many different categories and genres of anime in Japan, each having their own popularity rankings within the category. Due to this, it is hard to say what kind of anime is most popular in Japan as anime is so diverse. Another factor that may affect the kind of anime that is popular in Japan is the animation studio of manga magazine that it is a part of. For example, anime that has been created from manga published in Shonen Jump’s weekly manga magazine almost always becomes popular across the country!
Top 100 Anime in Japan 2021 Ranking
The Akiba Souken is a popular website in Japan for anime rankings. They give up-to-date, accurate information on what anime is currently popular in Japan. One of their most helpful anime ranking lists is their yearly ‘top 100’ anime lists, that ranks all anime in Japan and compiles a list of the most popular 100. The top 5 on their top 100 anime 2021 list are:
- Akudama Drive (アクダマドライブ)
- Jujutsu Kaisen (呪術廻戦)
- Vivy -Fluorite Eye’s Song-
- Eden of the East the Movie II: Paradise Lost (東のエデン 劇場版 II Paradise Lost)
- Overflow (おーばーふろぉ～)
Most Popular Anime in Japan (winter 2022)
1. Chainsaw Man (チェンソーマン)
‘Chainsaw Man’ is an extremely popular manga series that has recently been animated. The anime is currently being released weekly and it is very popular in Japan. The anime follows main character Denji who has made a contract to fuse his body with a dog-like devil named Pochita. This gives him the power to transform parts of his body into chainsaws. He goes on to join the devil hunter police force and helps them take down the devils of the world. The anime is funny but also extremely serious at times; it really is captivating to watch! No wonder it is the most popular anime in Japan right now!
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2. SPYXFAMILY (スパイファミリー)
‘SPYXFAMILY’, like Chainsaw Man, also started as a very popular manga series. It has recently been released as an anime and the second half of the first series is currently coming out weekly. This story is definitely a ‘feel-good’ anime and will have you laughing the whole way through! The story follows professional spy, ‘Twighlight’, who is given an undercover mission in which he must get married and adopt a child. His wife turns out to be a professional assassin and his daughter can read minds. The family must go along with daily life without having their secrets come to light. The anime is currently very popular in Japan with everyone loving the daughter ‘Anya’.
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3. Attack on Titan (進撃の巨人)
Attack on Titan, or Shingeki No Kyojin, has always been a popular anime in both Japan and other countries. However the reason that it has become popular again recently is due to the release of the final season of the anime! The story follows the story of people trapped inside large walls away from the roaming titans outside. The plot tells Eren Jaeger’s story and has many twists and turns throughout the story! After this final season, the anime and manga will sadly be over and so this season has cause much hype and anticipation. If you have watched the other seasons, you will know that this final season will answer a lot of questions. If you haven’t watched the other seasons, you HAVE to watch as this anime really is unique and super interesting.
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4. Jujutsu Kaisen (呪術廻戦)
‘Jujutsu Kaisen’, literally meaning ‘sorcery fight’ is a popular manga that has recently been turned into an anime! The anime tried from the end of 2020 to the beginning of 2021 and is currently ongoing. the story follows a group of high school students in Japan who must club together to fight a dangerous curse. This curse has sadly entered the body of the main character and so the characters must work out how they can kill it. The characters and story are both amazing and the action of the anime is super fun to watch! The second season has recently been announced which has caused it to regain its popularity in Japan!
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5. Demon Slayer (鬼滅の刃)
I’m sure you have ALL atleast heard of Demon slayer, or Kimetsu No Yaiba in Japanese. It has been one of the biggest animes to come out in a long while with everyone loving it! Although I’m sure most of you have seen it, I wouldn’t be able to make an article like this without at least mentioning it. Just like in many other countries, Demon Slayer is one of the most popular animes in Japan right now! If you haven’t seen it yet, here’s a quick synopsis of the story. The anime follows main character ‘Tanjiro’ in a world where demons exist and target humans. Sadly, Tanjiro’s sister becomes a demon and so Tanjiro goes on a journey to try to make her a human again. The story and it’s characters are both amazing, this is a MUST WATCH anime!
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6. My Hero Academia (僕のヒーローアカデミア)
Although My Hero Academia, Boku No Hiiro Akademia in Japanese, has been around a while, it has recently re-gained popularity after coming out with a new movie and season of the anime! My Hero Academia is a story about a world where most humans posses super powers. The story follows the main character Izuki Midoriya on his quest to becoming a superhero. The story and characters are both very touching and the anime is very fun to watch.
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7. The Seven Deadly Sins (七つの大罪)
The Seven Deadly Sins is an anime that follows the story of a group of seven members that are made up of the strongest criminals. The story is extremely fun to watch and the characters are also very interesting. This anime has always been popular in both Japan and overseas but it recently regained popularity due to season 5 of the anime being released this year (2021) on Netflix. The season is still on going so if you haven’t caught up yet, make sure you catch up soon!
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8. Tokyo Revengers (東京リベンジャーズ)
Tokyo Revengers is an anime that follows main character Takemichi Hanagaki as he finds himself traveling back in time to when he was in middle school. Takemichi attempts to change where his life is headed and create a better one for himself which involves many adventures and plot twists. The story of this anime is extremely interesting and whilst the beginning is a little hard to stick with, it develops into an amazing and gripping story. If you’re looking for an anime to really get invested in, this is the one for you!
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9. Blue Lock (ブルーロック)
Blue Lock is a new anime in Japan that has gained popularity since first being aired. It is a sports anime that follows main character Ego Jinpachi in trying to get Japan’s national football team to win the next world cup. The anime has everything a great sports anime has and more! I would highly recommend watching this anime if you love sports anime, especially since the world cup is currently being held. If you are currently in Japan you can watch the series on Netflix.
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10. Battle in 5 Seconds After Meeting (出会って5秒でバトル)
Battle in 5 Seconds After Meeting follows main character Akira Shiroyanagi who gets dragged into battle by a mysterious girl he has just met. The people on the battlefield find themselves with new powers to battle with which leads Akira feeling determined to win. The anime was a popular manga before it was turned into an anime. It is now available on Netflix Japan and has gained even more popularity since being turned into an anime. The story seems simple but once you start watching, you won’t be able to stop!
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11. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (転生したらスライムだった件)
‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime’ is a fantasy anime that follows the story of the main characters who is murdered and reborn as a slime with special powers and fighting skills. The story is extremely unique, funny and light-hearted whilst at the same time having amazing action scenes. The anime is very fun to watch and it’s interesting to see the story unravel. Although the manga has ended, the anime is currently ongoing.
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Where Can I Watch Anime Online?
You can watch anime online on various websites that offer an anime streaming service. Rather than using services that allow you to rent anime or pay to watch each one, we would recommend using a monthly subscription service that allows you to watch unlimited anime! Some of the best legal anime streaming service websites include:
There are many websites that stream anime illegally so be careful when you are searching for websites to watch anime legally on. These illegal streaming websites negatively effect animation studios and manga artists so make sure that you are supporting your favourite anime properly by consuming them legally!
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