Twelve-year-olds Sasshi and Arumi face upheaval when their rundown shopping arcade faces redevelopment. After a mysterious incident, they’re thrust into surreal parallel worlds blending RPG, sci-fi, and fantasy tropes—each reflecting their hometown’s essence. As they navigate bizarre realms, they uncover generational secrets tied to Mune-mune and Eutus, questioning their desire to return home. This 2002 Gainax/Madhouse collaboration balances slapstick humor, ecchi gags, and poignant themes of urban decay and childhood nostalgia.
After being publicly kicked from her streaming group, Sonoue Masaki's career seems doomed until she meets Live, a vampire with an unusual obsession with her. They strike a deal: Live's help for Masaki's blood. Together with other vampires, they embark on a journey to reach a million subscribers, transforming what begins as a comedic streaming adventure into a touching story of growth and friendship.
The Tatami Galaxy is a mind-bending anime that follows a nameless protagonist's repeated attempts to find fulfillment in college life through parallel universes. Each timeline offers new choices and clubs, but similar misadventures with his troublemaking friend Ozu always seem to occur. Through surreal animation and rapid-fire dialogue, this psychological comedy explores youth, identity, and the endless pursuit of the perfect life.
In medieval Japan, eight-year-old Tokiyuki Houjou's peaceful life shatters when a coup destroys his noble clan. Rather than excelling in traditional samurai arts, Tokiyuki masters the art of evasion. Guided by the mysterious priest Yorishige Suwa, he must use his unique talent for running away to survive, gather allies, and eventually reclaim his birthright. His unconventional journey proves that even unusual skills can forge a hero.