With July upon us, anime premieres in Japan are looking promising. Since there are plenty of anime, films, and OVAs also coming out, we decided to compile a list of the series that caught our attention the most to highlight them.
The July seasons aren't as prominent as others throughout the year, given the financial pressure in Japan and, of course, the investment factor. This year, we'll have several interesting titles with plenty of promise to be standout anime, making this summer season one of the best. Some of the news highlights on our website include Sword Art Online, Tokyo Ghoul, and the nostalgic Sailor Moon. Below, you can check out our short list of what we'll actually be watching. If you can, leave a comment on the post telling us which anime you'll be watching this new season.
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GLASSLIP
Title :
Glasslip
Alternative: “グラスリップ”
Episodes: 13
Genre: Slice of Life
Release Year: 2014-07-03
Production Company: PA Works
Director: Jyunji Nishimura (True Tears)
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SYNOPSIS:
“On the other side of the glass, you can see tomorrow.” The story follows six young high school students who reunite during the summer. The protagonist is Tōko Fukami, a 17-year-old girl from Fukui Prefecture. Her dream is to become a glassmaker. ———————————————————————
COMMENT: The beloved PA Works has been bringing more of its genre following the success of Hanasaku Iroha , Tari Tari and of course recently, Nagi no Asukara . As always, the studio always brings great plots and a very beautiful romance in the point of view of anime critics. The quality of the animation presented in the trailers makes us convinced that they will do an excellent job.
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TOKYO GHOUL
Title :
Tokyo Ghoul
Alternative:東京喰種[トウキョウグール]
Episodes: —
Genre: Action, Drama, Psychological
Release Year: 04/07/2014
Producer: Studio Pierrot
Director: Morita Shuuhei
Official Site: Click here ——————————————————————
SYNOPSIS:
In the suspense/horror story, the city of Tokyo is haunted by mysterious “ghouls” that are devouring humans. People become terrified of these mysterious beings. An ordinary college student named Kaneki meets Rize, a girl who is an avid reader like him, at the coffee shop they frequent. Little does he know that his fate will change overnight.. ———————————————————————
COMMENT: For those who are fans of the Horror and suspense style, Tokyo Ghoul has an excellent Plot. With an excellent opening from the Weekly Young Jump manga (the same as Terra Formars). Tokyo Ghoul promises a lot, in addition to the studio Pierrot (Bleach) that is in charge.
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AKAME GA KILL!
Title :
Akame ga Kill!
Alternative:アカメが斬る！
Episodes: —
Genre: Action, Drama, Fantasy
Release Year: 2014-07-04
Producer: White Fox (Steins;Gate)
Director: Kobayashi Tomoki (Tears to Tiara)
Official Site: Click here ——————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: In the story of the original dark fantasy manga shows the protagonist of the series, the young Akame, a girl who was bought and raised as an assassin by the Empire itself. After meeting Akame, a boy named Tatsuya vows to face the evil of the corrupt Empire together with Night Raid, a secret assassin group with special weapons known as Teigu.
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COMMENT: One of the most anticipated action anime by the otaku audience on the internet in the Dark shounen style, Akame ga Kill! reminds me a lot of the Heroine of the anime Shakugan no Shana, due to the fact that it has well-made fights from the trailers presented.
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SWORD ART ONLINE II
Title :
Sword Art Online II
Alternative:ソードアート・オンライン II
Episodes: —
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Release Year: 05/07/2014
Producer: A-1 Pictures (AnoHana)
Director: Tomohiko Itou
Official Site: Click here ——————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: The story takes place one year after the end of SAO. Kirito receives a call from detective Seijirou Kikuoka to talk about a strange case involving the game Gun Gale Online. A mysterious player known as Death Gun can kill characters in the game, and on top of that those who control them in the real world. Kirito enters the game to investigate and find out how this is possible. There he meets Sinon, who will guide him in this new world.
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COMMENT: Finally the long-awaited continuation of Sword Art Online has arrived. The finale was one of the best anime of 2012 and deserved its continuation. The Phantom Bullet arc, which is known for being a much more interesting phase than the first saga told.
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SENGOKU BASARA: JUDGE END
Title :
Sengoku Basara: Judge End
Alternative:戦国BASARA Judge End
Episodes: 12
Genre: Action, Martial Arts, Historical
Release Year: 2014-07-06
Producer: Telecom Animation
Director: Makoto Yamamoto
Official Site: Click here ———————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: Based on the 2010 Capcom game Sengoku Basara 3 (Sengoku Basara: Samurai Heroes), Sengoku Basara: Judge End will portray in detail the epic battle of Sekigahara.
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COMMENT: What can I say about Sengoku Basara, a rich and detailed animation and of course, sensational fights. Telecom Animation Film, which was already involved in the second season of the series, returns. And of course, the voice cast remains the same as in previous seasons. Remembering that the battle of Sekigahara was previously used in a film in the franchise, titled Sengoku Basara: Last Party.
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PERSONA 4 THE GOLDEN ANIMATION
Title :
Persona 4 The Golden Animation
Alternative:ペルソナ４ ザ・ゴールデン
Episodes: —
Genre: Adventure, School, Mystery
Release Year: 2014-07-11
Production Company: A-1 Pictures
Director: Seiji Kishi (Angel Beats!)
Official Site: Click here ———————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: The official site describes the story: Spring. A rural town far from the capital, where people spend their time peacefully. A boy arrives at Inaba Yaso Station, where cherry blossoms and petals are falling. His name is Yū Narukami. Due to his family's situation, he goes to Inaba to live with his uncle. According to the staff, the new anime will retell the events of the first series, but will include a new character named Marie.
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COMMENT: For Persona fans, this is a good tip to continue experiencing a new story.
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RE: HAMATORA
Title :
Re: Hamatora
Alternative: Re：␣ ハマトラ
Episodes: —
Genre: Game, Mystery, Shounen
Release Year: 2014-07-08
Producer: Lerche
Director: Kishi Seiji (Angel Beats!)
Official Site: Click here ——————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: The story revolves around the “Minimum” or the special hereditary power “minimum miracle” discovered only in a very limited number of humans. Those who possess such power are known as “Minimum Holders”.
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COMMENT: Is it worth trying a second season of this anime? With its sales being completely weak, Re: Hamatora returns to Japanese screens. Let's hope the anime returns in full form, captivates more fans, and of course has good sales.
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SAILOR MOON: CRYSTAL
Title :
Sailor Moon: Crystal
Alternative: Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon: Crystal
Episodes: 26
Genre: Mahou Shoujo, Romance
Release Year: 05/07/2014
Producer: Toei Animation
Director: Kobayashi Yuuji (Saint Seiya Omega)
Official Site: Click here ———————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: Usagi Tsukino is a crybaby and clumsy eighth grade student, but despite this she is very cheerful. One day she meets a cat named Luna, who has a crescent moon sign on her forehead and transforms into the warrior of love and justice Sailor Moon! As a chosen warrior, Usagi has a mission, to find her companions, the Mysterious Silver Crystal and protect the Princess.
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COMMENT: Nostalgia or not, many grown men will want to see at least the first episode of this series. Sailor Moon was part of the 80s generation shown on Rede Manchete, so it’s worth checking out.
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FREE!: ETERNAL SUMMER
Title :
Free!: Eternal Summer
Alternative: Free! – Iwatobi Swim Club
Episodes: —
Genre: Comedy, School, Sports, Slice of Life
Release Year: 2014-07-03
Producer: Kyoto Animation
Director: Hiroko Utsumi
Official Site: Click here ———————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: The story will follow a new
character named Sōsuke Yamazaki , he is one Rin's best friends from elementary school , whom he understands well . Yoshimasa Hosoya plays Sōsuke . This season marks the arrival of a new character named Sosuke Yamazaki Rin 's best friend and understands him very well. He has a strong temper and is extremely strict with everything related to swimming. ————————————————————————
COMMENT: Second season of the anime free!, which by the way was very successful among the girls.
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RAIL WARS!
Title :
Rail Wars!
Alternative:レールウォーズ
Episodes: —
Genre: Action
Release Year: 06/07/2014
Producer: Passione (Haitai Nanafa)
Director: Yoshifumi Sueda
Official Site: Click here ———————————————————————
SYNOPSIS: The story takes place in a parallel world, where Japan has not privatized the national railways. Takayama Naohito is a normal high school student who dreams of a comfortable future working for the best Japanese National Railways. He is assigned as a trainee in the Railway Security Force full of strange characters like Sakurai, a troublemaker who hates men; On top of that, an extremist group called “RJ” conspires to privatize the Japanese national railways.
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COMMENT: With a different plot we believe that this bet can surprise many otakus.
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