🇯🇵【SHOCKING!】Top 10 Most Popular Anime in Japan Right Now (Summer 2025)

If you think Naruto or One Piece still dominate the anime world in Japan… think again!　Here’s a fresh and surprising list of what Japanese fans are　actually watching right now in 2025.　　　Get ready — some of these may shock you!

🏆 1. 

Jujutsu Kaisen（呪術廻戦）

This dark fantasy continues to top the charts with its thrilling battles and emotional depth.

🎯 Surprising Point: Based on real Japanese concepts like curses and exorcism!

🥈 2. 

The Apothecary Diaries（薬屋のひとりごと）

A palace maid solves mysteries using her knowledge of herbs and poisons.

🧪 Surprising Point: It’s set in an ancient Chinese-inspired court, but hugely popular in Japan!

🥉 3. 

Spy x Family（スパイファミリー）

A spy, an assassin, and a telepath pretend to be a normal family… chaos (and love) ensues.

😂 Surprising Point: It’s like “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” meets Japanese parenting comedy.

4. 

Dandadan（ダンダダン）

Ghosts vs. aliens!? This fast-paced story mixes the paranormal with teenage craziness.

👵 Surprising Point: The coolest fighter is a grandma with psychic powers.

5. 

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End（葬送のフリーレン）

What happens after the hero’s journey is over? This anime quietly explores life, death, and time.

🕊️ Surprising Point: It’s about what comes after the happy ending — very Japanese in theme.

6. 

Kaiju No. 8（怪獣8号）

In a world of monsters, a regular middle-aged man becomes… a monster-fighting monster!

👔 Surprising Point: It breaks anime norms — the hero is a 30+ office worker.

7. 

Jobless Reincarnation（無職転生）

The story of a hopeless man reborn in a magical world — with all his memories.

🌍 Surprising Point: A raw, honest look at regret, growth, and second chances.

8. 

My Dress-Up Darling（その着せ替え人形は恋をする）

A shy craftsman teams up with a lively girl to create cosplay costumes.

🎭 Surprising Point: Deep dive into Japan’s cosplay culture and unexpected romance.

9. 

My Hero Academia（僕のヒーローアカデミア）

A boy with no powers becomes the world’s greatest hero.

🔥 Surprising Point: American-style superheroes + Japanese-style hard work and emotion.

10. 

Sound! Euphonium（響け！ユーフォニアム）

A high school band’s journey through competition and personal growth.

🎷 Surprising Point: Real locations in Kyoto are beautifully animated — including rivers, shrines, and classrooms.

💬 What do you think?

Have you seen any of these anime?

Which one surprised you the most?

Let us know in the comments or share your personal Top 3 on Instagram!