While anime experienced significant growth in 2025, this is nothing compared to what’s coming in the next few months, with the Winter 2026 season already promising the best premieres, so fans can start the year off right. The Winter 2026 lineup not only has anticipated anime sequels but also innovative stories with high-quality animation that could become unexpected hits.

There are tons of exciting anime premiering in January that could easily become some of the biggest hits of the year. For fans looking for the best series to follow during the winter of 2026, these anime should be on anyone’s watchlist.

The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife

The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife is the ideal anime for viewers tired of repetitive rom-coms. In a town with many non-human races, Tounome is an invisible man who runs a detective agency. He meets Yakou, a blind office worker, and they become the perfect match, as Tounome is touched by the natural way she treats him and can sense his presence.

Although the premise may seem strange, it’s an anime where love transcends appearance, and viewers will quickly find themselves rooting for their romance. Not only are Tounome’s manners and kindness toward Yakou endearing, but The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife also offers many heart-fluttering moments as they gradually grow closer, sharing their feelings straightforwardly, which isn’t as frequent in anime.

You and I Are Polar Opposites

Following the success of Blue Box, You and I Are Polar Opposites is the next Shōnen Jump romance poised to win over fans. Featuring a flashy gal who develops feelings for a serious boy with glasses, the story isn’t overly dramatic but rather filled with a heartwarming atmosphere and a cast of lovable characters.

Although it’s not a groundbreaking romance, You and I Are Polar Opposites is hilarious, and similar to anime like Horimiya or Skip and Loafer, it skillfully portrays the fluctuating feelings and conflicts of adolescence, giving viewers a refreshing and fizzy feeling that will make them think that’s what rom-coms are all about.

The Darwin Incident

The Darwin Incident is a story based on an award-winning manga with a reflection on humanity in the purest Planet of the Apes style. The protagonist of The Darwin Incident is a brilliant humanzee named Charlie, with physical abilities superior to those of a chimpanzee and intelligence and rationality superior to those of an average person.

Despite being a sci-fi anime, it’s an action-packed thriller, as Charlie attracts the attention of various animal rights organizations. However, its greatest appeal lies in its narrative depth, which will challenge the viewer’s own values, as The Darwin Incident is filled with social commentary on human rights, ideologies, progressive versus conservative perspectives, and an exploration of prejudice and extremist views.

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