The popular anime channel Animate Times from Japan has surprised everyone by announcing the most anticipated anime for the Winter 2024 season. The voting for this ranking concluded on December 25 and brought forth some unexpected results compared to earlier predictions.
Notably, the second season of the anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles topped the list, replacing some previously favored titles. Described as a blend of fantasy and action, Mashle follows the story of Mash Burnedead, a young man who possesses incredible strength but does not use magic. However, Mash is unable to utilize magical powers.

Below are the top 15 most anticipated anime for 2023
- Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 2
- Classroom of the Elite Season 3
- Solo Leveling
- Delicious in Dungeon
- The Dangers in My Heart Season 2
- Blue Exorcist Season 3
- Tsukimichi – Moonlit Fantasy Season 2
- Villainess Level 99
- Surgeon Elise
- ‘Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess
- 7th Time Loop
- Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside Season 2
- Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!
- A Sign of Affection
- The Weakest Tamer

Animate Times has released a list of the 15 most anticipated anime. Besides Mashle, titles like Classroom of the Elite Season 3, Solo Leveling, and Blue Exorcist Season 3 are noteworthy mentions. Each of these anime promises to deliver unique storylines and captivating twists that will engage viewers.
It’s worth noting that Kingdom Season 5 was excluded from the ranking despite its established reputation. Additionally, other significant titles like Tomozaki and Ishura were also absent from the list. The online popularity of Chained Soldier did not translate into votes, nor did the prestige of the studio MAPPA seem to boost interest in Bucchigiri.