The winter 2026 anime season will be the best in decades

We are only a few weeks away from the start of the 2026 winter anime season, and it’s clear that this is going to be a memorable one. When it comes to new anime releases, the winter seasons tend to offer a strong lineup, bringing a good balance of sequels and brand-new shows. Just take a look at winter 2025, which had The Apothecary Diaries season 2, Solo Leveling season 2, and Sakamoto Days, and you will have an idea. But winter 2026 is surpassing that.