The 10 Best New Anime to Watch in Spring 2025

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Springtime has arrived, marking another exciting season for anime! If you’re similar to me, the blooming flowers might give you a feeling reminiscent of having “your sinuses” written in the Death Note. To avoid sneezing excessively, take some time to unwind and enjoy the indoors with this handpicked guide to the top anime shows you should watch in spring 2025!

Note from the Editor: This edition of TopMob News is generously supported by the upcoming game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, set to launch on March 20th.

Lazarus Is Shinichiro Watanabe’s Latest Offering, and John Wick’s Chad Stahelski Worked on the Anime

Release Date: April 5
Where to Watch: Adult Swim / Max

You really don’t need any further persuasion when you know that “Shinichiro Watanabe,” the genius behind “Cowboy Bebop,” is returning with an exciting new sci-fi anime series in spring 2025. The story unfolds in a future where a miraculous drug has eradicated all pain, but there’s a catch: those who take it will die three years later. Unaware of this side effect, people are continuing to use the drug, creating a dire situation that requires a secretive team of agents from around the world, known as Lazarus, to step in and save humanity before time runs out. In an unexpected turn, Chad Stahelski, director of “John Wick,” has also joined the project as action supervisor. So if you’re a dog, you might want to hide, but if you’re an anime fan, get ready for a thrilling ride!

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Takes Us Outside the Law

Release Date: April 7
Where to Watch: Crunchyroll

Prepare for a journey back in time, five years before the incidents in “My Hero Academia”. In contrast to the strictly controlled and regulated superheroes of the original series, this spinoff focuses on vigilantes. These individuals utilize their extraordinary quirks to combat crime beyond legal limitations.

Titled “My Hero Academia: Vigilantes“, this upcoming anime series focuses on the character Koichi Haimawari, a college student possessing the unique ability known as “Slide and Glide”. This formidable power enables him to slide smoothly across surfaces at a modest speed. The question is whether he can leverage this skill for an exciting career in vigilantism or if his arch-nemesis, Red Tape, will prove to be an insurmountable obstacle. Catch the series when it airs in spring of 2025!

Kowloon Generic Romance Goes From Romance to Mystery

Release Date: April 7
Where to Watch: TBA

Initially, “Kowloon Generic Romance” appears to be a charming tale of contrasting affections, featuring Reiko, an estate agent craving novel adventures, and her colleague Hajime, a man longing for a bygone era that is now history.

However, one fateful day, Reiko realizes her past is no longer accessible to her, as she can’t recall it anymore. In the confined alleys of Kowloon Walled City, this revelation sets off a chilling and gradual mystery that bears resemblance to both ‘Memento’ and ‘Chungking Express’. We eagerly await this intriguing anime set for release on April 7, 2025.

Your Forma Takes On a Deadly Technovirus (And Has a Sassy Android)

Release Date: April 2
Where to Watch: TBA

Picture a universe where detectives dive into individuals’ memories using a mind-implant that captures every sight, sound, and emotion they encounter. These investigators re-experience these moments to crack various types of crimes. However, overloading on information too rapidly might result in damage to your own brain.

In a sense that could’ve been straight out of an unofficial Deus Ex sequel,

Anne Shirley Is an Anime Adaptation of Anne of Green Gables

Release Date: April 5
Where to Watch: TBA

As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, let me tell you, this “Anne Shirley” or as I fondly refer to it, the “Green Gables Anime”, is an absolute blast from the past that takes me back to my middle school English class days! This spring 2025 season, this captivating anime adaptation of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s timeless novels promises a heartwarming show for everyone in the family.

As a movie aficionado, I must share my excitement about revisiting the beloved tale of “Anne of Green Gables” in an anime format. In fact, this isn’t the first time the story has been animated; back in 1979, the legendary Isao Takahata from Studio Ghibli penned and directed a captivating 50-episode series. Here’s hoping that this new adaptation meets and even surpasses those esteemed standards!

For those unaware, Anne Shirley recounts the tale of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan girl who was mistakenly placed with the Cuthbert family instead of a boy they had requested. This story is brimming with emotion, wit, traditional desserts like plum pudding, and a medicine called ipecac – something more akin to the Four Tempers in Severance than I initially anticipated when writing this sentence.

Apocalypse Hotel Tells the Story of Lost Robots

Release Date: April 8
Where to Watch: TBA

Fantastic news for those who’ve been hoarding their vacation days! However, it’s important to note that this isn’t your typical travel scenario. As the title hints, the story unfolds in a hotel located within Tokyo’s former luxury district of Ginza, following an apocalyptic event that erased humanity from existence. The only inhabitants left are Yachiyo, a robot hotel manager, and other service robots keeping the establishment running, anticipating guests who will sadly never arrive.

If you’re looking for a blend of the afterlife setting from the Tasokare Hotel and the android service narrative of Yokohama Shopping Log, then I highly recommend booking a stay at Apocalypse Hotel this spring, right after wrapping up your visit to The White Lotus.

Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX Brings Us Everything We Love From Gundam

Release Date: April 8
Where to Watch: TBA

If you’re passionate about mecha and can’t get enough of ‘Gundam’ following ‘The Witch from Mercury’, you’re in for a treat with the latest ‘Gundam’ series, titled “Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX”. Although the katakana in the title seems like “Ji-kyu-aku-su“, feel free to call it “G-quox”, “G-quacks”, or whatever nickname suits you. The exact pronunciation isn’t crucial. What truly matters is the plot about high school student Amate Yuzuhira who finds himself entangled in the clandestine world of unauthorized mobile suit dueling known as “Clan Battle”.

What unfolds is a classic Gundam story, where the protagonist gets entangled in vast conspiracies involving the government and the police that have the potential to alter the destiny of the universe. To make matters more intriguing, this series is also co-written by Hideaki Anno, the mastermind behind Neon Genesis Evangelion. So buckle up for an emotional rollercoaster if you decide to watch this 2025 spring anime. The complexities and introspective crises it presents might just be a G-Quuuux-ian journey.

The Beginning After the End Brings Us a Cold-Blooded Baby

Release Date: April 2
Where to Watch: Crunchyroll

Picture an extraordinary realm where an ancient wisdom of a powerful monarch resides in the tender form of a newborn. In this fresh take on TurtleMe’s renowned series, we find ourselves following King Grey, who undergoes a dramatic transformation into a baby named Arthur while still retaining all his memories from his previous life.

In his second go-round, he tries to correct all of his mistakes. Chief among them: dying under mysterious circumstances. Now, this might be the most controversial entry on this list because of the studio behind it, A-Cat, but fingers crossed they’ve learned from their past mistakes, and this will be as peak as fans want it to be. The Beginning After the End will be born this spring—the anime will release on April 2, 2025.

Witch Watch Brings Us Human Familiar Shenanigans

Release Date: April 6
Where to Watch: Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix

In the story of “Witch Watch”, most witches select magical creatures like cats or toads as their companions while they stir up potions and cause mischief. However, Nico Wakatsuki, a novice witch in this tale, does things differently. Instead of opting for a mystical creature, she chooses her long-time human friend Morihito Otogi and decides to live with him in an ordinary world devoid of magic. The result is a humorous tale filled with hidden references, playful wit, and surprising jokes. If you’re a fan of “Demon Slayer”, you’ll find this story particularly amusing.

One Piece‘s Egghead Arc Will Return in Spring of 2025

Release Date: April 6
Where to Watch: Crunchyroll

To put it straightforwardly, I’ll tell you the truth: I’m not fully up-to-date with “One Piece”. I recently finished reading the “Thriller Bark” arc in the manga, but when I discuss the upcoming anime season with my friends and coworkers, they all seem to be eagerly awaiting it, and their expressions suggest that “One Piece” is a must-watch for them. When I mention that I’m reading or watching it myself, they often react as if they’re surprised or puzzled.

Following a six-month break, the Straw Hats will once again embark on the continuing “Egghead” storyline. Therefore, if you’re a fan of One Piece, get ready for an exciting ride as things seem to be heading towards the unexpected. For those eager to delve deeper, I recommend watching Alison Mattingly’s video that discusses all the surprises that Oda and his team have planned for this year and beyond.

The answer is, as always, weird fruit.

Here it is! These are the top-notch anime premiering during the spring season of 2025. Just a heads up – if my list omitted something like ‘Fire Force’ or ‘Wind Breaker,’ I assure you it wasn’t an attack, Kyle. You know we’ve all got our moments.

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2025-03-13 18:34