Yeah, yeah, Solo Leveling is popular and pretty, but like any person of culture, we gotta look past pretty visuals, surface-level action scenes, and the easy allure of power fantasy. And there’s plenty of reason to do so, as this anime season offers a range of engaging stories, unique characters, and exciting adventures! Fans of romance, comedy, or action will find something worth exploring. Here are the four best anime shows that we think will stand out this season.
1. The Apothecary Diaries Season 2
The Apothecary Diaries continues with more mystery and intrigue as Maomao, a sharp-witted herbalist, navigates the complex world of palace politics. The historical Chinese-inspired setting provides a rich backdrop for her investigations and growing reputation as a problem-solver.
Season 2 expands on the first season’s layered storytelling, introducing new characters and challenges. With its lush animation and strong narrative focus, this series is an excellent choice for fans of historical drama with a twist of mystery. Also, Maomao is just simply adorable and in the running for best girl in modern anime.
2. Sakamoto Days
Sakamoto Days follows Taro Sakamoto, a former assassin who now runs a convenience store with his family. Despite his peaceful intentions, his past life keeps pulling him back into chaotic and action-packed situations.
The series blends humor with creative action scenes as Sakamoto uses unconventional methods to handle conflicts while maintaining his pacifist resolve. With its vibrant cast of characters and energetic storytelling, Sakamoto Days is a refreshing take on the action-comedy genre.
We’ve hyped both Frieren and Dan Da Dan before as the best anime of their respective seasons when they were previewed – for this season, it’ll surely be Sakamoto Days.
3. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 2
Rentarou Aijou’s life takes an unexpected turn when he is destined to meet 100 soulmates. This quirky romantic comedy explores the chaos of balancing relationships with 100 unique girls (otherwise, they’ll fall into grave misfortune and die), each bringing their own personality and charm to the story.
While the premise leans into absurdity, the show’s humor and occasional heartfelt moments keep it engaging. It’s an entertaining pick for those who enjoy unconventional and over-the-top romantic comedies. As a big plus, Rentarou is probably one of the most loveable harem protagonists to ever be written, so this won’t be a pain to watch like most entries to the genre are.
4. Dr. Stone: Science Future (Season 4)
In Dr. Stone: Science Future, Senku and his team continue their mission to rebuild civilization with science. This season focuses on their efforts to push the boundaries of technology and explore new scientific frontiers.
The series remains a blend of creative problem-solving and teamwork, highlighting how ingenuity can overcome challenges. The visually striking depiction of science experiments and the evolving narrative make this a compelling continuation of the Dr. Stone saga. As the last season of the series, we recommend watching the previous ones first, but one thing is for sure – this show brings back the hype in science unlike any other!
These anime highlight the variety of genres and storytelling styles available this season. From the intrigue of The Apothecary Diaries to the humor of The 100 Girlfriends and the ingenuity of Dr. Stone, there’s plenty to discover. Did we miss out on a potential best anime this season? Let us know!
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