With so many new anime series coming out each season, it can be tough to know where to start. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just looking for your next binge-worthy show, we’ve got you covered. This top 20 list brings together a wide mix of genres:action, romance, fantasy, comedy, drama, and more, so there’s something for every kind of viewer. And the best part? It’s all fresh. No sequels, no prequels, no spin-offs, just brand-new stories waiting to be discovered.
We didn’t just pick the loudest or most hyped titles either. This list highlights series that stand out for their creativity, storytelling, animation, and emotional impact. Some might be gaining buzz online, while others are quietly winning over fans one episode at a time. By focusing on originality and variety, this selection gives you a solid look at the most exciting anime the season has to offer, shows that could become your next obsession.
So if you’re on the hunt for the best new anime right now, look no further. Whether you’re craving something heartwarming, hilarious, intense, or totally unexpected, there’s a title here that’s ready to pull you in. Dive in and discover your next favorite series, you might just find a new reason to fall in love with anime all over again.
Takopii no Genzai (Takopi’s Original Sin)
Date: June 28, 2025
Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi
Synopsis: Takopi journeys from his cheerful home on Happy Planet to bring joy to Earth, but is met by the solemn Shizuka upon arrival. Sensing that her sadness stems from troubles at school and home, the kind-hearted Takopi becomes determined to brighten her world and make a difference.
Clevatess: Majuu no Ou to Akago to Shikabane no Yuusha
Date: July 02, 2025
Genres: Action, Fantasy
Synopsis: Ever since she was a child, Alicia dreamed of becoming a hero. That dream becomes reality when the king selects her as one of the thirteen chosen warriors. Armed with a legendary sword, the group embarks on a mission to vanquish the Demon King Clevatess. But their overconfidence unleashes a catastrophe that threatens to erase all life from the continent of Edsea. In a twist of fate, the last hope for the world now rests with a baby placed under the care of the very Demon King they sought to destroy.
Mizu Zokusei no Mahoutsukai (The Water Magician)
Date: July 03, 2025
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy
Synopsis: Ryo is thrilled to be reincarnated into the fantastical world of Phi, where he hopes to enjoy a peaceful life while mastering his new water magic. But going with the flow in this world turns out to be something else entirely. He quickly finds himself up against the harsh wilderness and the many deadly monsters that inhabit the remote subcontinent. You might expect him to give up on the idea of a quiet life while constantly fighting to survive, but Ryo’s natural optimism, quick thinking, and the hidden “Eternal Youth” trait help him press on. Twenty years pass almost instantly, and every challenge brings him closer to becoming one of the most powerful magic users alive. Yet he has no idea that this is only the beginning. A destined encounter soon places Ryo at the center of a world-changing event, setting him on a path that will alter his life forever.
Arknights: Rise from Ember
Date: July 04, 2025
Genres: Action, Fantasy
Synopsis: Once hailed as a symbol of hope, “she” now finds herself in a world teetering on the edge of chaos. As anger, hatred, and war begin to consume the people, only Rhodes Island—a neutral force—stands between order and the destructive rampage of the Reunion Movement. To confront the rising threat and uncover the conspiracy behind it, Amiya and her allies set out for the heart of Chernobog, near the city of Ryumon.
Silent Witch: Chinmoku no Majo no Kakushigoto (Secrets of the Silent Witch)
Date: July 04, 2025
Genre: Fantasy
Synopsis: Monica Everett, known as the Silent Witch, is the world’s sole wielder of Voiceless Magic—a magical prodigy revered for single-handedly defeating the legendary Black Dragon. But beneath the fame lies a secret: Monica is painfully shy, and she mastered Voiceless Magic just to avoid speaking in public. Unaware of her true nature, the Seven Sages assign her a top-secret mission—to protect the kingdom’s Second Prince.
Seishun Buta Yarou wa Santa Claus no Yume wo Minai (Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus)
Date: July 05, 2025
Genres: Drama, Romance, Supernatural
Synopsis: As Sakuta enters university, he meets Touko Kirishima—a mysterious woman who calls herself “Miniskirt Santa Claus” and seems connected to his precognitive dreams. With Adolescence Syndrome once again disrupting reality, Sakuta and Mai must uncover the truth behind Touko’s past and the emotional scars that resurface during the holiday season.
Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku (The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity)
Date: July 05, 2025
Genres: Drama, Romance
Synopsis: Chidori High is an all-boys school known for taking in society’s so-called delinquents—students with the worst grades and roughest reputations. Right next door is Kikyo Girls’ High, an elite school for refined young ladies from wealthy families. Rintaro, a second-year at Chidori with an intimidating face but a kind heart, spends his time helping at his family’s patisserie. One day, he meets a sweet girl named Kaoruko, and the two quickly connect. But Rintaro’s peaceful days take a sharp turn when he learns the truth—Kaoruko is actually a student at Kikyo.
Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu (The Summer Hikaru Died)
Date: July 05, 2025
Genres: Horror, Mystery, Supernatural
Synopsis: Yoshiki and Hikaru have been inseparable since childhood, but after one summer, Hikaru begins to change—he looks the same, remembers everything, yet feels like a different person. When Yoshiki confronts him, Hikaru reveals he’s no longer human, threatening to kill Yoshiki if he can’t accept it, while also confessing his love. Struggling with grief and unable to let go, Yoshiki stays close to the new Hikaru as unsettling events begin to haunt their once-quiet village.
Ame to Kimi to (With You and the Rain)
Date: July 05, 2025
Genre: Slice of Life
Synopsis: One rainy evening, a woman discovers an animal in a box claiming—through words written on the box—that he wants to be adopted. Believing he’s a dog, she takes him home and they settle into a quiet life together, though she begins to suspect her new pet may not be a dog after all.
CITY The Animation
Date: July 06, 2025
Genre: Comedy
Synopsis: Broke college student Midori Nagumo lives in a city full of odd people—and she’s one of them. With debt piling up, a landlady demanding rent, and a best friend who’s stopped bailing her out, Midori scrambles for quick fixes like petty theft and light bullying. But those don’t last, and getting a job would cut into her time for mischief and adventure in the city she keeps stirring up.
Gachiakuta
Date: July 06, 2025
Genres: Action, Fantasy
Synopsis: Teenager Rudo, a despised “Tribesfolk,” lives in the slums of The Sphere—a floating city divided by class and obsessed with purity. Already shunned as the son of a killer, his life takes a darker turn when he’s framed for his foster father’s murder. As punishment, he’s cast into The Pit, a vast trash dump beneath the city, where no one has ever made it out alive.
Ruri no Houseki (Ruri Rocks)
Date: July 06, 2025
Genre: Slice of Life
Synopsis: High schooler Ruri, a girl passionate about minerals and jewelry, has her world changed when she meets Nagi, a graduate student in mineralogy who introduces her to the deeper wonders of the field.
Food Court de, Mata Ashita. (See You Tomorrow at the Food Court)
Date: July 07, 2025
Genre: Slice of Life
Synopsis: To their classmates, Wada is a quiet rich girl and Yamamoto an intimidating loner—but behind the scenes, Wada is obsessed with a mobile game and locked in a love-hate spiral with her favorite 2D character, while Yamamoto is hooked on urban legends and fangirls over her favorite YouTuber. Their biggest not-so-secret secret? They meet up at the food court every day after school to rant, laugh, and slowly unravel each other’s quirks.
Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (There’s No Freaking Way I’ll be Your Lover! Unless…)
Date: July 07, 2025
Genres: Comedy, Girls Love
Synopsis: Renako Amaori is ready to leave her lonely, awkward junior high days behind and start fresh in high school—with a normal life and normal friends. Enter Mai Ouzuka: stylish, confident, and everything Renako isn’t. She’s rich, popular, and even a professional model. Despite their differences, the two girls hit it off instantly, and Renako begins to believe she’s finally found her ideal best friend. But everything changes when Mai drops a bombshell—she’s in love with Renako. Now, Renako’s dream friendship is spiraling into chaos, as she tries to prove that best friends are better than girlfriends… while Mai is determined to win her heart. The battle between friendship and love has begun!
Turkey! (Turkey! Time to Strike)
Date: July 08, 2025
Genres: Sports, Drama
Synopsis: At Ikkokukan High School’s bowling club in Nagano, easygoing club captain Mai believes having fun is more important than winning. But her fiery junior, Rina, has a different mindset: “I want to win.” Frustrated, Rina threatens to quit unless Mai can beat her in a one-on-one match. Determined to keep the team together, Mai accepts the challenge. But just as their game begins, the bowling ball begins to glow—and in a flash of light, the entire club is whisked away to an unfamiliar world. When they come to, they’re no longer in modern-day Japan… they’ve been transported to the Warring States period!
Mikadono Sanshimai wa Angai, Choroi. (Dealing with Mikadono Sisters Is a Breeze)
Date: July 09, 2025
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Synopsis: Yuu Ayase is the son of the stunningly beautiful, athletic, and brilliant Subaru Ayase—but aside from her looks, he doesn’t seem to have inherited any of her talents. After enrolling in an elite academy, Yuu is placed under the care of his mother’s close friend and moves into their home. There, he finds himself living with the three Mikadono sisters—each gifted in her own unique way, yet hiding unexpected vulnerabilities. As Yuu navigates life in this extraordinary household, he discovers that everyone, no matter how perfect they seem, has a hidden side.
Leviathan
Date: July 10, 2025
Genres: Adventure, Sci-Fi
Synopsis: In an alternate 1914 on the brink of war, Leviathan tells the story of Alek, a runaway prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Deryn Sharp, a bold young girl masquerading as a boy to join the British Air Service. Their worlds collide aboard the HMS Leviathan—a colossal, living airship crafted from genetically engineered beasts. Thrust into the heart of a global conflict, Alek and Deryn must navigate shifting alliances, dangerous secrets, and their own identities in a sweeping adventure that could change the course of history.
Bullet/Bullet
Date: July 16, 2025
Genre: Sci-Fi
Synopsis: In a future where civilization has crumbled and the world lies in ruins, survivors scrape by using the remnants of a lost era. Gear, a scavenger working at a junk shop, moonlights as a retrieval specialist—tracking down stolen goods with his eccentric partners: Qu-0213, a robot with four unpredictable personalities, and White Bear, a cunning gambler. When Gear takes on a rare high-stakes job to steal a mysterious item, the trio is thrown into a whirlwind of deadly assassins, high-speed chases, and explosive battles. But what they’ve stolen is more than just valuable—it holds a secret powerful enough to upend what’s left of their broken world.
Karaoke Iko! (Let’s Go Karaoke!)
Date: July 24, 2025
Genre: Comedy
Synopsis: Nothing worries Satomi Oka more than the upcoming final choir competition of his middle school life—until a mysterious man suddenly pulls him aside and says, “Let’s go karaoke!” That man turns out to be Kyouji Narita, a yakuza who’s usually unfazed by danger. But now he’s desperate: his gang is holding a karaoke contest, and the loser has to get a painful tattoo from the boss himself. To avoid that fate, Kyouji enlists Satomi for private vocal training. Oka’s used to choir rehearsals—but he’s never had to coach a gangster in one-on-one karaoke before!
Muchuu sa, Kimi ni. (Captivated, By You)
Date: August 21, 2025
Genre: Slice of Life
Synopsis: Hayashi’s honest and quirky nature quietly turns heads—whether he’s counting every stair at school, snapping photos of street signs, or drying sweet potatoes on the classroom balcony. In a world obsessed with fitting in, Hayashi stands out by simply being himself. On the other hand, Nikaidou has carefully built a gloomy, intimidating image to keep everyone at a distance. Feared by many and rumored to bring bad luck or harbor supernatural powers, he’s seen as an omen to avoid. But when one curious student looks past the whispers and begins to unravel the walls Nikaidou has built, a quiet connection starts to form—challenging both of them in unexpected ways.
