Japanese Animation has a rich history, from its early start with Astro Boy to advanced CGI anime such as Bang Dream!, there are ample choices when deciding what to watch. Popular series such as Fullmetal Alchemist are timeless classics that fans love, while nostalgic anime such as Pokémon are great for a rewatch.
When looking into new anime, it can be hard to decide which one to choose. Some are fantastic, while others are not always as well-received. Several websites such as MyAnimeList rank ongoing anime to help the viewer decide, and according to them, there are many currently-airing anime that are definitely worth a watch.
Updated on March 17th, 2022 by Sarah Martin: It seems like new anime are always airing! MyAnimeList statistics update as the seasons change and as more new shows air. With long running fan-favorite series making recurrences alongside new anime that pique the interests of fans, there's always a new anime to choose from.
10 Karakai Jouzu No Takagi-San 3 Scored 8.45
Karakai Jouzu No Takagi-San 3 started airing during the 2022 winter season. The anime follows Nishikata on his quest to finally outdo his classmates once and for all when it comes to pranking others. He's been failing for quite some time, but he started observing the best prankster in the whole class: Takagi. By observing Takagi, Nishikata slowly understood how her mind works. The two get closer throughout the anime in a heartwarming friendship that provides the audience with excellent comedy.
9 My Dress-Up Darling Scored 8.34
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My Dress-Up Darling is among the latest rom-com anime hits. It started airing in January 2022, and fans have been excited for each new episode each week since it began airing. The anime follows Wakana Gojo, a high school student who is passionate about making hina dolls.
One day, he meets the very popular Marin Kitagawa, who introduces him to the world of cosplay. By meeting Marin, he learns the art of creating cosplay outfits, as well as makeup and photography tips. Of course, the two start to develop feelings for each other, even though they're vastly different.
8 Kingdom's Third Season Scored 8.4
Based on the cultural award-winning manga of the same name, Kingdom's anime adaptation remains a huge hit with fans as it enters its third season. This historical anime focuses on wartime and follows Li Xin as he works with his rival-turned-friend and current king to unite China. This anime is a great balance of strategy and action and has been praised for its storytelling.
As Li Xin and his army analyze the ever-changing war situation, they must act quickly or risk losing the Qin army and territory to the enemy. Fans eagerly tune in to see if Li Xin can hold off the other armies, or if he will lose everything he has worked so hard for.
7 Smooth Sailing Continues For One Piece [MAL Score 8.51]
One Piece is one of the longest-running manga-turned-anime series ever. Originally airing in 1999, One Piece is still a fan-favorite over two decades later. This action-based series is known for its terrific comedy, likable characters, often random occurrences, and interesting plots.
Following the Straw Hat Pirates, this series focuses on characters who are interested in adventure rather than plundering. Luffy and his crew seek the ultimate treasure: One Piece, but are never opposed to a good adventure along the way. This series, created by legendary mangaka Eiichiro Oda, is a hit with fans across the globe, and while the pirates have yet to find their treasure, there is never a boring moment in their journey.
6 Vanitas No Karte Part 2 Scored 8.20
Vanitas No Karte's second part started airing in January 2022. The anime follows Vanitas and Noe as they head out on their search for a colossal beast who has murdered several people. They suspect that the beast is a curse-bearing vampire, so Vanitas proposes to heal it with the powers enclosed in his magical book.
This anime has gained tons of popularity since its' second part started airing at the beginning of 2022, so fans shouldn't miss out on this hype train! Fans of anime such as Black Butler are sure to enjoy this one.
5 Holo Graffiti Has Fans Rolling With Laughter [MAL Score 8.58]
Holo Graffiti features the VTubers of Holo Live as they engage in all sorts of shenanigans. With the eccentric cast of characters, daily life is never easy, and there is always something going on that will have fans rolling in the aisles. From trying to fly to selling ramen on a deserted island, Holo Graffiti is sure to put a smile on every fan's face.
This series features short skit-like episodes, similar to other short series such as BanG Dream! Girls Band Party! Pico. However, time may still prove to be an issue as the series can be quite addicting! Fans may find themselves binge-watching the whole thing in one go if they're not careful.
4 Sasaki To Miyano Scored 8.03
Sasaki To Miyano is a slice-of-life romance anime about Yoshikazu Miyano and Shuumei Sasaki. Sasaki defended one of Miyano's classmates from a mob of bullies, and the rest was history. Afterwards, Miyano found himself fascinated by Sasaki's straightforward demeanor, but also annoyed because he just wouldn't leave him alone.
Their attraction for each other grows, and Miyano eventually reveals that he's an enthusiast of BL manga. Sasaki, after reading one for the first time, finds that he actually enjoys it. After they find that they have something in common to enjoy, their feelings grow as they become more complicated.
3 Ousama Ranking Scored 8.81
Ousama follows the story of the young prince named Bojji. He's both deaf and mute, and he faces plenty of ableism from his constituents. They claim that he's the "useless prince" and they deem him a fool. However, despite his disabilities, Bojji is certainly not weak.
Things really started to look up for Bojji when he met a shadow creature and befriended him. Kage, the shadow, eventually warmed up to the innocent Bojji and helps him learn to overcome his fears. Bojji's main goal in this anime is to become the best possible king- not only for self-fulfillment, but to prove his constituents wrong.
2 Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean Scored 8.55
The sixth installment of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure began hitting Netflix in December 2021, and fans have been excitedly waiting for the next 12 episodes to drop ever since. Stone Ocean follows the first ever female Jojo's protagonist, Jolyne Cujoh, as she is wrongly thrown in prison for a crime she didn't commit.
Jotaro Kujo sends something to her in prison, which causes Jolyne to awaken her stand ability, and she uses this newfound power to escape this ocean of stone that now imprisons her. Unfortunately, she discovers that her imprisonment was all part of someone else's grander plan.
1 Attack On Titan: The Final Season Part Two Scored 9.10
Attack on Titan became a huge hit when the manga began publication in 2009 and gained an even larger fanbase when the anime began airing in 2013. Featuring a bleak world where humanity is at the mercy of creatures called Titans, fans cheered on underdog Eren and his Survey Corps comrades as they battled the Titans to free humanity.
With such a unique premise, it's no wonder this anime became such a huge hit! AoT seems to know what it's doing, as it currently holds the top spot for ongoing anime. Fans may need to wait a bit longer to see how humanity fares in the end, but with high-quality, intense episodes still being delivered, it will be worth the wait.