00:00Hi guys, I'm back with another video, and can you believe it?
00:04Half the year has already flown by and anime has been delivering non-stop, from fresh new
00:09titles to epic returning seasons.
00:11Honestly, this year has been nothing short of amazing for us, so buckle up, cause today
00:16we're counting down the top 10 best anime of the year so far.
00:19No matter what you're into, action, romance, or pure chaos, there's something in here
00:24for everyone.
00:25So let's begin the video.
00:26On number 10, Sakamoto Days is about a legendary hitman who retires, gets married, and opens
00:34a convenience store.
00:35But surprise, surprise, being an ex-assassin isn't something you can just clock out of,
00:40so between selling snacks and dealing with his dad bod, Sakamoto ends up back in the game,
00:45and I'm gonna be honest here, it's hilarious.
00:47The action is amazing, fast, creative, and so different from your usual flashy anime fights.
00:53Not every show has to be the next solo leveling, and Sakamoto Days proves it by carving out
00:58its own identity.
00:59The art style is slick, the comedy lands perfectly, and I swear this might be the most bingeable
01:04anime you'll get this year.
01:05And I think we as a community should try to keep an open mind about new things studios
01:10want to try, rather than keep criticizing everything.
01:12So if you like action comedy and you want something to binge, this is your jam right here.
01:17On number 8, Secrets of the Silent Witch follows Monica, the most powerful mage around, who
01:23also happens to be shy, awkward, and basically allergic to social interaction.
01:28Instead of flexing her insane magic, she's just trying to survive academy life and protect
01:32the prince without dying of embarrassment.
01:35And somehow, that's what makes it so fun to watch.
01:37This fantasy keeps itself surprisingly grounded.
01:40It's not all explosions and dragon slaying.
01:43It's about a girl figuring herself out while also carrying this ridiculous magical talent.
01:47It's kinda addictive.
01:49The characters are adorable.
01:50The production quality is straight up cinema with beautiful animation and a killer soundtrack.
01:55And yet somehow this anime is still criminally underrated.
01:59If you're sleeping on this one, you're seriously missing out on one of the hidden gems of the
02:03year.
02:03On number 7, To Be Hero X is an anthology series all about superheroes.
02:08But with a twist, you've got this wristband that literally measures popularity.
02:13And the more popular a hero is, the stronger they become.
02:16So yeah, saving the world kinda depends on your clout score.
02:19Now here's where it gets crazy impressive.
02:21The action is god tier.
02:23Every hero's story feels unique and interesting.
02:26And it never drops the ball on consistency.
02:28And because it's an anthology, you're never stuck with one character too long.
02:32It always keeps things moving and fresh.
02:34But the real flex is this anime switches art styles mid-fight like it's nothing.
02:39And some heroes even come with their own completely different art style.
02:42Which makes it even better.
02:44At the end of the day, it's just a super fun watch that feels fresh, creative and way
02:49different from your usual superhero anime.
02:51On number 6, Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity starts off looking like your typical high
02:56school romance.
02:57You know, tall boy meets quiet library girl.
03:00But here's the twist.
03:01The quiet girl, Waguri, isn't just any love interest.
03:05She's the kind of character that instantly makes you go, oh, she's special.
03:09She's kind, grounded, and easily one of the best written female characters romance anime
03:14has given us in a while.
03:15Like, Blue Box did a great job too, but Waguri just feels different.
03:19She carries the show with how genuine and refreshing she is.
03:22It might look like just another school romance at first.
03:25And honestly, yeah, in the beginning, it does feel like your typical love story.
03:29But give it a little time and it completely wins you over.
03:33The romance is actually really good, grounded, smooth, and feels way more real than most
03:38anime out there.
03:39This is the kind of romance anime that reminds you why you fell in love with the genre in
03:43the first place.
03:44On number 5, Solo leveling is basically the new popular kid in the action genre.
03:49It's a power fantasy where our guy Jinwoo starts off weak as hell, then gets a power-up,
03:54and from there it's just non-stop glow-ups, aura farming, and boss fights.
03:59The anime doesn't pretend to be deep, it knows exactly what it is.
04:03Pure action, and it does that really well.
04:05The fights are slick, the music is catchy, and the visuals look great.
04:09Honestly, it's the kind that's perfect for someone new to anime.
04:12Like my friend, who never watched anime in his life.
04:15Then he binged Solo leveling, and now he's hyped to watch the new Demon Slayer movie with
04:20me next month.
04:20Well, both seasons handle the manhwa adaptation really well, and while it doesn't add much
04:25depth to Jinwoo's character, it makes up for it with spectacle.
04:29At the end of the day, it doesn't try to be anything it isn't.
04:32It's straight up action, and that's why it works.
04:34If you're here for the story, look elsewhere.
04:36But if you just want to see walls break, monsters explode, Jinwoo flex his powers, and non-stop
04:43aura farming, this is your jam.
04:45On number 4, Dandadan is one of those anime that makes you go, wait, what did I just
04:50watch?
04:51But in the best way possible.
04:53It throws aliens, ghosts, and curses into a blender, adds some high-speed action and
04:58off-the-wall comedy, and somehow makes it all work perfectly.
05:01It's weird, it's funny, and it does both so ridiculously well.
05:05The characters are instantly memorable.
05:07Each of them feels larger than life, but still grounded enough to care about.
05:11Production is absolute fire.
05:13The animation is smooth and explosive.
05:15The OSTs hit at just the right moments, and it all comes together to make this anime feel
05:20completely unique.
05:21Dandadan isn't just another seasonal release, it's one of those unforgettable experiences
05:26that reminds you why anime is so fun in the first place.
05:29If you want something wild, stylish, and unlike anything else this year, this is the ride
05:34you don't want to miss.
05:36On number 3, The Apothecary Diaries takes you into the Imperial Court where poison, secrets,
05:42and shady politics are everywhere.
05:44Our main girl, Mau Mau, is just trying to mind her own business.
05:47But her crazy sharp mind and sarcastic attitude keep dragging her into mystery after mystery.
05:53I'm gonna be totally honest with you, watching her solve cases while roasting people along
05:57the way is half the fun.
05:59The story is mysterious and smart.
06:01It keeps you guessing without ever feeling overcomplicated.
06:04The art is gorgeous, the world feels rich, and the chemistry between Mau Mau and Jinxi absolute
06:09gold.
06:10It's got this perfect mix of historical drama with a sprinkle of mystery that makes
06:14it addictively watchable.
06:16This isn't just another period drama, it's beautiful, clever, and one of the most satisfying
06:21anime to binge this year.
06:23If you want a show that makes your brain work and keeps you hooked, this is the one you can't
06:27skip.
06:28On number 2, Lord of Mysteries is the kind of anime that grabs you from the first episode
06:33and drags you straight into its dark, mysterious world.
06:36You don't want to leave.
06:37The story is mysterious and smart.
06:40It keeps you guessing at every turn.
06:42And just when you think you figured something out, it flips the table on you.
06:45It's kinda confusing, but it's only gonna get better from here.
06:49The animation is god tier.
06:51It's cinematic, detailed, and nails that eerie gothic vibe perfectly.
06:56And let me tell you, the anime studio already announced 6 seasons and a movie.
07:00Yeah, it's that good.
07:02Every frame feels like it was crafted to pull you deeper into the mystery.
07:06It's rich, it's dark, and it's the kind of anime that makes you pay attention to every
07:10little clue.
07:11If you're looking for a story that's smart, stylish, and unforgettable, this is peak dark
07:16fantasy done right.
07:17Before we jump into number 1, here are some honorable mentions that were just too good not
07:22to include.
07:39On number 1, Takopi's original sin is one of those anime that tricks you right from the
07:45start.
07:45You see this cute, pink, Kirby-looking alien octopus and think, oh, this is gonna be wholesome.
07:51Nope.
07:52It's a trap.
07:52What you actually get is a twisted parody of Dorymon.
07:55You've got the helpless kid, Shizuka, and the magical buddy from the future, Takopi, with
08:00his pouch of happy gadgets.
08:02But instead of fixing homework problems or scaring off bullies, everything spirals into
08:07a world of neglect, abuse, and pain that feels so suffocatingly real.
08:11Takopi, with his simple, happy brain, means well, but every attempt to help just makes
08:17things worse.
08:18And that's where the chaos comes in.
08:19The story cuts deep, like a surgeon's scalpel, dissecting trauma and brokenness in a way
08:24most anime wouldn't dare.
08:26These six episodes are nothing short of a masterpiece of anime art.
08:30Short, sharp, and unforgettable.
08:32It's not just good, it's the kind of once in years anime that people remember because
08:36it's so unique and brutally honest.
08:38If you think anime can't hit you in the gut while smiling at you with a goofy octopus
08:42face, this one will prove you wrong.
08:45And that's a wrap.
08:46This year has been packed with heat, amazing stories, insane action, gorgeous visuals, and
08:52some real good stuff.
08:53But hey, this is just my list.
08:55Now I want to hear from you guys.
08:57Which anime was your favorite this year?
08:59Did I miss one you think should have made the cut?
09:01Drop it in the comments, I'll be checking them out.
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09:08already.
09:09I'll see you in the next one.
09:10Peace out.
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