An anime popular among upper elementary school students! A show that will get conversations with friends buzzing just by watching it.

Chainsaw Man

Chainsaw Man – Main Trailer / “Chainsaw Man” Official Trailer

Chainsaw Man is an anime based on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga, a dark-hero story that’s great even for elementary schoolers.

It aired as 12 episodes from October 12 to December 28, 2022.

The series features the protagonist’s growth, friendship, and shocking battle scenes, making it a must-watch.

The much-talked-about opening theme is Kenshi Yonezu’s “KICK BACK,” whose captivating melody enhances the anime’s world.

The ending themes also change every episode, each matching its respective story.

Dandadan

TV anime “Dandadan” Season 2 opening video | Aina The End “Revolutionary Journey”

A work that’s popular among elementary school kids who are into yokai and the supernatural is Dandadan.

Momo Ayase, born into a family of spirit mediums, teams up with occult fanatic Ken Takakura to take on strange phenomena like aliens and yokai.

While it has rom-com elements, the snappy dialogue and plentiful homages make it a lot of fun, and you’ll find yourself laughing non-stop.

It’s an anime that kids can enjoy, but it does include some crude language and expressions.

Please be careful not to imitate them or say them to your friends.

The Apothecary Diaries

The Apothecary Diaries Episode 48: “The Beginning” Preview [Airing Fri, 7/4 at 11:00 PM]

The popular anime series The Apothecary Diaries is a story that shines with its mystery-solving appeal.

Maomao, the protagonist who lived as an apothecary in the red-light district, is kidnapped and sold, ending up working in the imperial harem.

There, she meets various people—chief among them the eunuch Jinshi, who manages the harem—and solves incidents that occur within the palace.

It’s fun to learn about medicinal knowledge while using Maomao’s deductions to figure out who the culprit is.

Another highlight is the romance between the quirky Maomao and Jinshi, the epitome of beauty!

Blue Lock

TV anime “BLUELOCK” Season 2, 1st teaser PV | Broadcasting starts Saturday, October 5!

This work, which depicts a project to cultivate egoists that overturns conventional soccer wisdom, is an anime that sets your heart ablaze as the protagonist grows while searching for his own style.

With high-speed match scenes, mind games with teammates, and psychological battles, it captivates viewers and has garnered overwhelming support from sports-loving elementary school students.

The characters’ distinctive play styles and evolving relationships will strongly grab children’s attention.

The exhilarating story drives forward while asking what it means to have strength that’s uniquely your own, making it a passionate work that inspires you to pursue your dreams in earnest.

Dr.STONE

Season 4, Episode 15: “Breakthrough of the Encirclement” Web Teaser | Anime ‘Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE’ Final Season, Cour 2 — airing every Thursday from 10:00 PM!

Dr.

STONE is an adventure story set in a world where humanity has been petrified by a mysterious light, following the efforts of the protagonist, Senku Ishigami, as he uses the power of science to restore civilization.

Scientific experiments and inventions are key to the plot, and the developments spark interest in science and technology.

Watching the characters apply familiar scientific knowledge—like fire, electricity, and chemicals—to overcome challenges is thrilling.

With teamwork and battles of wits, the series is not only an adventure anime but also offers learning, which is a big part of its appeal.

It’s easy for upper elementary school students to understand and naturally nurtures a love of science.

Just watching it makes you think, “How do you make that?”—a work that stimulates intellectual curiosity and sparks conversations with friends.

Witch Watch

TV anime “WITCH WATCH” Cour 2 PV | Opening theme: HimeRo “Tokihanate!”

A slapstick comedy depicting the whimsical cohabitation of a young witch, Nico Wakatuki, and Morihito, a boy with ogre blood who protects her.

With a unique premise where magic and psychic powers blend into everyday life and snappy, well-timed gags, it charms kids with laughter while warming their hearts.

The chaotic scenes where Nico’s magic runs amok and the contrast with Morihito’s cool-headed responses are especially engaging.

Magic, friendship, battles, and more are well balanced, making each episode unpredictably fun.

A lively, heart-lifting story where the ordinary and the extraordinary intertwine.

Laid-Back Camp

TV Anime “Laid-Back Camp SEASON 3” Opening Video | On Air 04.04

Laid-Back Camp is a story that portrays the friendship and growth of high school students through camping.

Its charm lies especially in the realistic depictions of camping that even beginners can relate to, and the fun way it teaches tips about gear and cooking.

Centered on the main characters Nadeshiko Kagamihara and Rin Shima, watching the group spend leisurely time in nature is soothing in itself.

The gentle everyday scenes and the direction that showcases beautiful landscapes are part of what makes it so popular.

The camp meals and campfire scenes are so appealing that you’ll want to try them yourself, and they can even spark children’s interest in the outdoors.

Talking with friends about your favorite scenes and characters is sure to be a blast, and the series radiates a relaxed, warm atmosphere.