Summer 2026 anime: The 10 most anticipated anime coming this season
The summer anime season of 2026 is set to feature a variety of new and returning titles. Fans can look forward to anticipated series like Bungo Stray Dogs Wan! and Sparks of Tomorrow. This season promises to cater to diverse tastes, including isekai stories and niche genres like historical fiction.
- ▪Bungo Stray Dogs Wan! is returning for its second season, offering a lighthearted take on the original series.
- ▪The summer lineup includes isekai titles such as From Overshadowed to Overpowered and Hell Mode.
- ▪Science Saru's Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia will also debut this season, appealing to fans of historical fiction.
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