We've arrived in 2023, and with it, the certainty of several new anime premiering in Japan this year. As we know, only a few of these series have a greater chance of success, either because they are famous works or adaptations of famous games. This list will highlight exactly that.
The list aims to bring you the CONTINUATIONS AND NEW anime that fans are eagerly awaiting in 2023, so here's the list.
Vinland Saga (Second season)
The story goes: A new millennium begins in the southern region of the Jutland peninsula in Denmark. After the death of Askeladd, his long-time enemy, Thorfinn has lost his purpose in life. He is bought as a slave by Ketil, a landowner, and begins to work on his estate. There, Thorfinn meets Einar, a young man who was also a slave. The encounter with Einar forces Thorfinn to confront the sins he has committed and to seek meaning in his life. This is the saga of a true warrior – a saga of redemption and salvation that follows the prologue.
The animation is by studio MAPPA , directed by Shuuhei Yabuta (Inuyashiki Last Hero).
Ayakashi Triangle
Japan may be teeming with mysterious monsters known as "ayakashi," but there's also a ninja force of exorcists to contain the threat! The young ninja exorcist Matsuri spends her days battling ayakashi to protect her childhood friend, Suzu.
The animation is from studio CONNECT (Strike the Blood franchise), directed by Noriaki Akitaya (Bakuman).
NieR:Automata Ver1.1a
This is one that promises to be a highlight this year, adapted from the PlayStation 4 game franchise.
In the future, humanity is defeated by the moon in the face of a powerful force of mechanical life forms dispatched by aliens. 2B, belonging to the newly organized YoRHa android unit, will battle to reclaim Earth.
The film is directed by Ryouji Masuyama (Blend S, Hello WeGo!) at A-1 Pictures
Oshi no Ko
It promises to be one of the most surreal anime of the year.
The story follows a doctor named Gorou , a fan of a 16-year-old idol Ai Hoshin . One day, Hoshino appears at his office, saying she's pregnant with twins, and her manager tells her to abort the babies. But the idol doesn't want an abortion; she wants to have both children. Gorou promises her a safe delivery. Little does he know that an encounter with a mysterious figure will result in his premature death, or so he thought. Opening his eyes in the arms of his beloved idol, Gorou discovers he has been reborn as Aquamarine Hoshino, 's newborn son ! With his world turned upside down, Gorou soon discovers that the world of showbiz is full of controversies, where talent doesn't always bring success.
Studio Doga Kobo ( Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie ) is handling the animation.
Undead Unluck
How about a different story with two characters who are complete opposites in every way?.
Undead Unluck follows the story of Fuko Izumo, also known as the cursed woman of "bad luck." Fuko brings bad luck to anyone who touches her. The curse is so strong that it causes permanent damage to anyone who comes into contact with her for too long. One day, she is saved by Andy, a man who cannot die and is considered a true "zombie." He hopes to find a way to use Fuko's bad luck to finally die. The pair team up to complete the missions given to them by the Book of Revelations. However, if they fail, the book could exterminate all of humanity.
The animation is by David Production (Jojo's Bizarre Adventure).
Mashle: Magic and Muscles
Another anime that promises to deliver everything is Mashle.
Deep in the forest lives a young man who spends his time training and gaining weight. He can't use magic, but enjoys a peaceful life with his father. But one day, his life is put in danger! Will his muscular body protect him from the magic users who are trying to capture him?
Record of Ragnarok
Many fans are eagerly awaiting the second season of Record of Ragnarok, which will be divided into two parts.
Deities from various mythologies discuss the fate of humanity – and vote to annihilate it. Before that, however, a Valkyrie suggests giving humans one last chance, as stipulated in the Constitution of Valhalla. Thus, a tournament with 13 battles will decide the fate of all humans.
Ijiranaide, Nagatoro-san (Season two)
The eccentric newcomer Nogatoro, who loves to tease and torment her shy senpai, returns in this second season.
"A girl younger than me made me cry!" One day, while visiting the school library, Senpai becomes the target of a super-sadistic newcomer! The girl who provokes, torments, and bullies Senpai is named Nagatoro! She's annoying, but adorable. Being around her is agonizing, but irresistible. This is the story of an extremely sadistic and temperamental girl who will awaken something within you.
Trigun Stampede
This remake is highly anticipated by longtime anime fans.
The story revolves around Vash the Stampede, a nomadic gunslinger who travels from town to town and has a dubious past. Every town he passes through is completely devastated, causing immense damage, which is the reason for his nickname, Humanoid Typhoon.
Tokyo Revengers 2 (Second Season)
With an altered timeline, Tokyo Revengers is an anime full of time travel and youth gangs. In the Japanese animation, a 26-year-old virgin young adult named Takemichi has a near-death experience when he is pushed towards a train track. Takemichi survives, but returns 12 years into the past and takes on the mission of saving Tachibana Hinata – his former high school girlfriend, murdered by the Yakuza gang when he was actually alive.
The anime, produced by LIDEN FILMS , is based on the manga series by Ken Wakui .
Finally, leave a comment telling us which anime you're most excited to watch from this list.
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