The 2025 Winter Anime Season is set to kick off with the premiere of several new and returning series, starting from January 11, 2025. Fans can expect thrilling narratives and vibrant animation as this season rolls out exciting content across various platforms.
Among the newly released titles is "カードファイト!! ヴァンガード Divinezデラックス編," which airs weekly on TV Aichi from January 11 at 8:00 AM, followed by broadcasts on BS Nittere at 11:00 PM. This series continues to expand the beloved franchise's universe.
Another notable addition is "SAKAMOTO DAYS," premiering on the same date on the TV Tokyo network at 11:00 PM, and it promises action packed storylines sure to capture viewer interest. Further, viewers can catch up with the whimsical tales from "ババンババンバンバンパイア," which begins airing on TV朝日 and chosen networks on the same day at 11:30 PM.
From January 11 as well, several regional channels will broadcast "UniteUp! -Uni:Birth-" at 11:30 PM, showcasing talented voice actors and engaging storylines, setting the stage high for upcoming series.
The winter season does not just include newly premiered titles; returning favorites such as "魔法つかいプリキュア！！～MIRAI DAYS～" mark the continuation of beloved episodes with fans eagerly waiting for updates on their favorite characters.
If that's not enough, January 14 will see the return of "甘神さんちの縁結び," with its much-anticipated 14th episode, "願いをのせた天秤 ～廻～," showcasing the aftereffects of the 七夕祭り and the subsequent buildup for the characters involved.
Not to be overlooked is the dark fantasy series "Übel Blatt～ユーベルブラット～," which will feature additional nine voice actors announced, including notable talents like 佐藤元 and 浜田賢二, enhancing the series depth with diverse character voices.
Following the premiere on January 10, "Übel Blatt" will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video, giving global access to the elaborate storytelling and animation.
Leading voice actors like 佐藤元 have expressed excitement about the rich emotional stories portrayed through their characters. "ユーベルブラットは登場人物一人一人の心の有り様や感情の揺れ動きが非常にリアルで、善悪とは何か、正義の真の意味は、命の価値とは、といった答えのないものに真っ直ぐ向き合う作品であり、そんな重厚な世界に関われて非常に光栄です。" he stated thoughtfully about his role.
浜田賢二, also part of the cast commented, "こんな骨太のダークファンタジーに参加できるのは嬉しい限りです！" showcasing the thrill and evolution anticipated by both the cast and the audience.
For fans eager to get back to the nostalgic flavors of their beloved genres or those wanting to discover new stories within the animation industry, the 2025 Winter Anime Season brings the perfect mix of excitement and nostalgia.
With vibrant characters, enchanting storylines, and various themes from fantasy to heartfelt romances, this season promises to captivate audiences week after week. Mark your calendars for each premiere as anime lovers gear up for another engaging winter of creativity and storytelling.