Aside from the fresh new offerings of every season of anime, if we’re lucky, our favourite anime series from months and, quite often, years past get the second or third or however many more (moreth?) season we’d been hankering for. As with the the last list, 12 New Anime to Give A Chance This Fall, quite a few of these entries have already begun airing. But like I said in that list, it’s never too late for one of these.
1. Gintama – October 1st
Genre: Action, Chanbara, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
Studio: Bandia Namco Pictures
Based on: Manga by Hideaki Sorachi
Synopsis: Twenty years ago, Edo-period Japan suffered a great cultural shock—the aliens called Amanto invaded the Earth, overpowered the nation’s government, and outlawed the carrying of swords by the once proud samurai. Moreover, the aliens took the people’s jobs and are currently running Japan as a sweatshop using the natives as laborers. In this strange new era are Gintoki Sakata, an eccentric samurai whose personal trademarks are his naturally permed silver hair, his love of anything sweet, and his addiction to Shonen Jump; Shinpachi Shimura, the teenaged heir of the Kakido-Ryu style; and Kagura, an incredibly strong alien girl from the powerful Yato clan. The trio are self-employed in an odd jobs shop called Yoruzuya Gin-chan, which offers to do almost anything for a price, from finding lost kittens to saving the world. Unfortunately, the jobs rarely go as planned, or pay enough to cover the pain and suffering the employees encounter—never mind their rent. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Crunchyroll
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srhyrEVDa88
2. Osomatsu-san 2/Mr. Osomatsu 2 – October 2nd
Genre: Comedy
Studio: Studio Perriot
Based On: Manga by Fuijio Akatsuka
Synopsis: Matsuno household has six naughty and mischievous sons (who are sextuplets), led by the eldest Osomatsu. They were grade schoolers back in the Shōwa period, but despite of still living in the same old household, the street view as well as the life style of modern day society have changed drastically. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Crunchyroll
3. Shokugeki no Souma!: San no Sara/Food Wars!: The Third Plate – October 3rd
Genre: Cooking, School, Slice of Life
Studio: J.C. Staff
Based On: Manga by Yūto Tsukuda
Synopsis: Soma Yukihira is a son of a restaurant owner. He’s talented at cooking and can make new dishes, mostly weird and epic combinations (squid and peanut butter) but this wide imagination of his also led him to create wonderful and unique foods. However, two to three years from now, the restaurant is on the verge of closing since his father will be working together with his friend. Before the time comes, Soma began studying in Engetsu Teahouse Culinary Academy, Japan’s top culinary academy. For him to continue their restaurant business, he must learn and improve his cooking skills in this prestigious academy. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Crunchyroll
4. Kino no Tabi: The Beautiful World – The Animated Series/Kino’s Journey: The Beautiful World – The Animated Series – October 6th
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy
Studio: Lerche
Based On: Light Novel bby Keiichi Sigsawa
Synopsis: The story follows the travels of Kino, a young adventurer who rides a talking motorcycle named Hermes. They explore the people and cultures of different places throughout their adventures, spending only three days at each location. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Crunchyroll and Funimation
5. Kekkai Sensen and Beyond/Blood Blockade Battlefront and Beyond – October 7th
Genre: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi
Studio: Bones
Based On: Manga by Yasuhiro Nightow
Synopsis: One day, New York City as we know it vanished overnight into a mysterious fog. Now known as Hellsalem’s Lot, it has become a place where another world beyond imagining is connected to our reality. The balance within this new world is protected by a secret society known as Libra. Leo, a journalist and photographer who arrives in the city, is unexpectedly recruited to join their ranks. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Crunchyroll and Funimation
6. Love Love! Sunshine!! 2 – October 7th
Genre: Idol, Music, School
Studio: Sunrise
Synopsis: The girls of Uranohoshi Girls’ High School are swept into idol fever, wanting nothing more than to become the next-best School Idol group. And they plan to do just that. Chika Takami brings together eight of her classmates to form Aqours, their own idol group. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Crunchyroll and Funimation
7. Himouto! Umaru-chan R – October 8th
Genre: Comedy, School, Slice of Life
Studio: Doga Kobo
Based On: Manga by Sankaku Head
Synopsis: Umaru is Taihei’s little sister who boasts beautiful looks as well as prowess in both school and sports. However, this “Himōto” (beautiful little sister) has a certain secret. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Anime Strike
8. Hoozuki no Reitetsu/Hozuki’s Coolheadedness – October 8th
Genre: Comedy, Supernatural
Studio: Studio Deen
Based On: Manga by Natsumi Eguchi
Synopsis: Hōzuki is the aide to the great king of Hell, Kng Enma. Calm and super-sadistic, Hōzuki tries to resolve the various problems in Hell, including a rampaging Momotarō and his companions. However, he also likes spending his free time on his hobbies, such as fawning over cute animals and raising “Goldfish Flowers.” – Anime News Network.
Stream On: HIDIVE
9. 3-gatsu no Lion/March Comes in Like A Lion – October 14th
Genre: Slice of Life
Studio: Shaft
Based On: Manga by Chica Umino
Synopsis: The protagonist Rei is a 17-year old professional shōgi player, who lives by himself, not having a real family, and has scarcely any friends. Among his acquaintances is a family, which consists of a young woman, Akari, and two young girls, Hinata and Momo, and who also keep a numerous number of cats. – Anime News Network.
Stream On: Crunchyroll
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oemxtt6sWg8
