Top Spring Anime 2019
There were some good anime that dropped in Spring 2019. We got to see a classic remake with Fruits Basket 1st Season, a great adaptation by ufotable with Demon Slayer, and more.
Here are the best anime of spring 2019:
5. Sarazanmai
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Studio: MAPPA, Lapin Track
Season: Spring 2019
Episodes: 11
Introduction
After the noble Kappa Kingdom falls to the Otter Empire, the Kappa prince Keppi loses much of his power and becomes helpless against the unseen Kapa-zombies. These zombies plague the world, and are the creations of the Otters and manifestations of people’s deepest desires. With no other choice, Keppi must rely on three young boys: Kazuki Yasaka, who must carry a box with him wherever he goes; Enta Jinnai, Kazuki’s childhood friend; and Tooi Kuji, a delinquent and a school truant.
By having the mythical organ called a shirikodama removed from them, the boys are able to become Kappa themselves and fight the Kapa-zombies. However, to defeat them, the boys must connect with each other via their minds, bodies, and—most importantly—secrets. As the Kappa Kingdom relies on these boys, they must reveal themselves as they have never done before, all the while learning that connections are fragile and truly precious things.
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Thoughts
Sarazanmai was the most underrated anime of Spring 2019. What makes Sarazanmai good is how expressive the visual imagery is and how well the story slowly unfolds.
The director is Kunihiko Ikuhara, who also directed Mawaru Penguindrum (2011). Ikuhara tackles the truthfulness of bonds in a modern hyperconnected society and consumerism with Sarazanmai. He frames his exploration of society through a mythological lens with interesting production values.
Sarazanmai is a great watch if your looking for something different with an ambitious director.
4. Fruits Basket 1st Season
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Shoujo, Slice of Life, Supernatural
Studio: TMS Entertainment
Season: Spring 2019
Episodes: 25
Introduction
Tooru Honda has always been fascinated by the story of the Chinese Zodiac that her beloved mother told her as a child. However, a sudden family tragedy changes her life, and subsequent circumstances leave her all alone. Tooru is now forced to live in a tent, but little does she know that her temporary home resides on the private property of the esteemed Souma family. Stumbling upon their home one day, she encounters Shigure, an older Souma cousin, and Yuki, the “prince” of her school. Tooru explains that she lives nearby, but the Soumas eventually discover her well-kept secret of being homeless when they see her walking back to her tent one night.
Things start to look up for Tooru as they kindly offer to take her in after hearing about her situation. But soon after, she is caught up in a fight between Yuki and his hot-tempered cousin, Kyou. While trying to stop them, she learns that the Souma family has a well-kept secret of their own: whenever they are hugged by a member of the opposite sex, they transform into the animals of the Chinese Zodiac.
With this new revelation, Tooru will find that living with the Soumas is an unexpected adventure filled with laughter and romance.
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Thoughts
Fruits Basket gets a reboot in 2019 and this time it follows the manga more closely.
How does Fruits Basket (2019) compare to Fruits Basket (2001) ?
One of the appealing parts of Fruits Basket (2001) was the comedy. The comedic aspect helped balance out the dramatic scenes. However, in Fruits Basket (2019), the comedy falls flat and alot of the comedic scenes from Fruits Basket (2001) are removed.
Furthermore, Fruits Basket (2001) had a serious, dark tone in many of the scenes while Fruits Basket (2019) tones this down.
Where Fruits Basket (2019) shines is the characters. The backstory of many of the characters in Fruits Basket (2019) are more fleshed out. Furthermore, the tone is more upbeat and uplifting.
Overall, Fruits Basket (2019) is a good adaptation. The elements that made it great in the 2001 version are still present. Even if you haven’t seen the 2001 version, Fruits Basket (2019) is a very enjoyable shoujo anime.
3. Bungou Stray Dogs 3rd Season
Genre: Action, Mystery, Seinen, Super Power, Supernatural
Studio: Bones
Season: Spring 2019
Episodes: 12
Introduction
Following the conclusion of the three-way organizational war, government bureaucrat Ango Sakaguchi recalls an event that transpired years ago, after the death of the former Port Mafia boss. Osamu Dazai, still a new recruit at the time, was tasked with investigating rumors related to a mysterious explosion that decimated part of the city years ago—and its connection to the alleged reappearance of the former boss.
Due to circumstances out of his control, he is partnered with Chuuya Nakahara, the gifted yet impulsive leader of a rival clan known as the ”Sheep,” to uncover the truth behind the case and shine a light on the myth of Arahabaki—the god of fire who might just lead Dazai to the case’s solution.
Meanwhile, in the present day, it is business as usual once again for the Armed Detective Agency. Their peaceful break will not last for long, however, as enemies old and new gather their strength and prepare for another face-off.
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Thoughts
Bungou Stray Dogs 3rd Season is the best season of Bungou Stray Dogs so far.
The season starts off with a flashback of how Dazai and Nakahara met. There’s a cinematic feel to this arc with great shots from director Takuya Igarashi.
The second arc is also great and filled with action and tension. There is a epic battle between Port Mafia, Armed Detective Agency and a new foe.
Bungou Stray Dogs 3rd Season builds on its solid foundation of characters and continue to weave its finest action.
2. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Genre: Action, Demons, Historical, Shounen, Supernatural
Studio: ufotable
Season: Spring 2019
Episodes: 26
Introduction
Ever since the death of his father, the burden of supporting the family has fallen upon Tanjirou Kamado’s shoulders. Though living impoverished on a remote mountain, the Kamado family are able to enjoy a relatively peaceful and happy life. One day, Tanjirou decides to go down to the local village to make a little money selling charcoal. On his way back, night falls, forcing Tanjirou to take shelter in the house of a strange man, who warns him of the existence of flesh-eating demons that lurk in the woods at night.
When he finally arrives back home the next day, he is met with a horrifying sight—his whole family has been slaughtered. Worse still, the sole survivor is his sister Nezuko, who has been turned into a bloodthirsty demon. Consumed by rage and hatred, Tanjirou swears to avenge his family and stay by his only remaining sibling. Alongside the mysterious group calling themselves the Demon Slayer Corps, Tanjirou will do whatever it takes to slay the demons and protect the remnants of his beloved sister’s humanity.
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Thoughts
Demon Slayer was one of the most anticipated anime of Spring 2019. Ufotable was the perfect studio to adapt this anime.
Demon Slayer is a well executed shounen that has moments where it provides outstanding animation. Ufotable is able to enhance the anime by providing amazing cinematography and great 3D angles.
One of the most best anime moments of the year so far has to be episode 19 that had the anime community buzzing. It was the epic battle between Tanjiro and Rui. The battle had everything you would want. It has a tear jerking soundtrack, an emotional buildup, and outstanding animation.
Demon Slayer is already a contender for anime of the year.
1. Shingeki no Kyojin (Attack on Titan) Season 3 Part 2
Genre: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Military, Mystery, Shounen, Super Power
Studio: Wit Studio
Season: Spring 2019
Episodes: 10
Introduction
Seeking to restore humanity’s diminishing hope, the Survey Corps embark on a mission to retake Wall Maria, where the battle against the merciless “Titans” takes the stage once again.
Returning to the tattered Shiganshina District that was once his home, Eren Yeager and the Corps find the town oddly unoccupied by Titans. Even after the outer gate is plugged, they strangely encounter no opposition. The mission progresses smoothly until Armin Arlert, highly suspicious of the enemy’s absence, discovers distressing signs of a potential scheme against them.
Shingeki no Kyojin Season 3 Part 2 follows Eren as he vows to take back everything that was once his. Alongside him, the Survey Corps strive—through countless sacrifices—to carve a path towards victory and uncover the secrets locked away in the Yeager family’s basement.
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Thoughts
Attack on Titan Season 3 Part 2 was the best anime of Spring 2019.
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