20 Best Upcoming Anime in January 2024: January has a packed lineup of anime that has the potential to be the best of 2024. It not only features action-packed shounens but also heart-thumping shoujos, for fans of every kind.
2024 is really off to a great start, so we would ask you to bookmark these shows right away. Now, without further ado, let us look at our list of 20 best upcoming anime releases in January 2024.
20 Best Upcoming Anime in January 2024
Classroom of the Elite III
Release Date – Jan 3, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
This is the 3rd season of the famed psychological anime about a bunch of kids from Class D trying to rise to the top of the class. The catch? To escape harsh treatment and gain advantages just like other students from different classes.
Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki 2nd Stage
Release Date – Jan 3, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
Get ready for another season of this romance drama anime about self-discovery and friendship. The new season will continue the story of Fumiya’s personal growth and his relationships with the people around him.
Chained Soldier
Release Date – Jan 4, 2024
Where To Watch – Hidive
This harem fantasy anime is here for the Echhi fans out there. After his sister’s disappearance in a Mato disaster, Yuuki Wakura finds himself in the demonic dimension. Thankfully, Chief Kyouka Uzen saves him only to make him her slave.
Delicious in Dungeon
Release Date – Jan 4, 2024
Where To Watch – Netflix
After the Golden Kingdom sinks, guilds seek treasures promised by the king to those who defeat the perpetrator. Laios, leading a guild, embarks on a food-filled quest to get the job done.
My Instant Death Ability is So Overpowered
Release Date – Jan 4, 2024
Where To Watch – Hidive
Yogiri Takatou wakes up in a chaotic new world where his classmates have gained powers, but he missed out due to sleeping through the school trip journey. Now, he must protect himself and a classmate with his other secret power of instant death.
A Sign of Affection
Release Date – Jan 6, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
Get ready to be blown away by the cutest romance ever between very likeable characters. Here, we see Yuki Itose, a hearing-impaired university student, falling for the multilingual Itsuomi Nagi.
Mashle 2nd Season
Release Date – Jan 6, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
This is the second instalment of the much-awaited Mashle series. Here, again, we will roll on the floor laughing watching Mashle’s antics.
Banished From The Hero’s Party, I Decided To Live A Quiet Life In The Countryside Season 2
Release Date – Jan 7, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
If you enjoyed the first season, be sure to mark your calendars for the premiere of Season 2, and get ready for more heartwarming and wholesome moments with Red, Rit, and their friends!
Solo Leveling
Release Date – Jan 7, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
The series follows the story of Jinwoo/Shun Mizushino, a hunter who gains the ability to “level up” and become the strongest hunter in the world. The anime is highly anticipated by fans of the original webtoon, as well as those who are new to the series.
The Dangers in My Heart Season 2
Release Date – Jan 7, 2024
Where To Watch – Prime Video
Season 2 will continue to follow Atsuhiro as he navigates his feelings for Niki and tries to overcome his social anxiety. We will also have plenty of cute and funny moments along the way.
Kingdom Season 5
Release Date – Jan 7, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
Kingdom is back with nail-biting suspense and great action sequences. Season 5 will depict the intense battle between the Qin and Zhao armies over Koku You Hill.
Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga
Release Date – Jan 7, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
It will be a continuation of the original Blue Exorcist anime, focusing on the Shimane Illuminati arc from the manga. A trailer for the series has been released, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come.
Tsukimichi -Moonlit Fantasy- Season 2
Release Date – Jan 8, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
If you’re a fan of isekai stories with a twist, then this one is definitely worth checking out. We will again witness Makoto’s escapades and his desire for human companionship.
Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable!
Release Date – Jan 9, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
Tsubasa, a high school lad, relocates to Kitami City in Hokkaido, and his journey takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vibrant “gal” at a bus stop and falls in love with her.
The Foolish Angel Dances with the Devil
Release Date – Jan 9, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
Meet Akutsu Masatora, a sneaky demon hanging out in a human high school. He is here on a mission to find friends who can help Hell fight against those goody-two-shoes angels from Heaven.
Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I’m Not the Demon Lord
Release Date – Jan 9, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
This anime is a bit of a twist on the typical “reborn as a villainess in an otome game” genre because in this one the main character is actually a powerful boss character rather than a typical villainess. This should turn out to be an interesting watch.
Metallic Rouge
Release Date – Jan 11, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
Rouge, an android girl, teams up with her buddy Naomi for a mission on Mars. They’re out to stop nine artificial humans who are causing trouble for the government.
The Witch and the Beast
Release Date – Jan 12, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
The series will follow the adventures of the witch Guideau and her companion Ashaf as they hunt down beasts in a dark and dangerous world. I have high expectations from this one.
Urusei Yatsura (2022) 2nd Season
Release Date – Jan 12, 2024
Where To Watch – Hidive
This is the second season of the hilarious first season of Urusei Yatsura. This time again we will see Ataru trying his best to get away from Lum, failing miserably in the process.
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Bucchigiri?!
Release Date – Jan 13, 2024
Where To Watch – Crunchyroll
This is a brand new anime from the celebrated Mappa studios. Here, we will see Arajin Tomobishi find himself in some big fights when he meets his old friend Matakara Asamine again.
Did you decide which one you will watch? Let us know in the comments.
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