As the temperatures start to drop and winter takes its place, there is one thing for sure that will keep all the anime lovers warm: an amazing new season of shows on Crunchyroll! Winter 2024- & 2025 is here with a lineup full of highly anticipated sequels, fresh adaptations, and a few surprises that promise to kick off the year with excitement, drama, and unforgettable stories.
Whether you’re an anime veteran or a wide-eyed rookie, there’s something for everyone this season. Let’s dive on into what’s coming this winter and find out which shows are primed to make the season their own in this Crunchyroll winter 2025 cozy anime lineup!
Cozy Anime Lineup on Crunchyroll this Winter
I’m Getting Married to a Girl I Hate in My Class – January 3
High schooler Saito Hojo is the heir to his grandfather’s powerful corporation, but there’s a catch—he must marry Akane Sakuramori, the one person he can’t stand, and who despises him just as much. Both are adamant about keeping their unexpected marriage a secret from their classmates. However, as they navigate life as newlyweds, the animosity between them begins to fade.
OKITSURA: Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl, but I Just Wish I Know What She’s Saying – January 4
When Teruaki Nakamura moves to the easygoing shores of Okinawa, he’s immediately smitten with the spirited Kyan-san—but her unique dialect leaves him utterly baffled. Thankfully, Higa-san steps in as his translator, but as Teru’s misunderstanding-filled island adventures unfold, subtle signs hint that Higa-san might have feelings for him too. On this tranquil island, love drifts as effortlessly as the ocean breeze!
I Want to Escape from Princess Lessons – January 5
Leticia Dorman, the duke’s daughter, has never been excited about her engagement to Crown Prince Clarke. Groomed to be queen since childhood, she secretly wished he’d find someone else to love. When Clarke arrives at a ball with another woman, Lettie eagerly seizes the chance to escape to the countryside and begin a new life. But her plans are upended when Clarke follows her, determined to win her heart.
Medaka Kuroiwa Is Impervious to My Charms – January 6
Mona Kawai is used to being the center of attention, effortlessly charming everyone around her. But her world is flipped upside down when Medaka Kuroiwa, a transfer student, arrives—and doesn’t spare her a second glance. Determined to win him over, Mona pulls out all the stops, even resorting to outrageous tactics. Dive into this hilarious rom-com about a queen bee and the one boy at school who refuses to be dazzled!
Promise of Wizard – January 6
One fateful moonlit night, Akira Masaki is transported to a mystical realm where wizards and humans live side by side. This world faces a terrifying annual threat: a massive, deadly moon that descends to attack the planet. The only line of defense is the Wizards of the Sage, an elite group tasked with combating the supernatural menace. Akira quickly learns her arrival is no accident—she has been chosen to lead them in the fight for survival.
Honey Lemon Soda – January 8
After enduring bullying and unwanted nicknames in middle school, Uka Ishimori is eager for a fresh start at Hachimitsu High School. In her new class, she finds herself sitting next to Kai Miura, a laid-back and popular boy. Uka recalls meeting Kai in middle school, where a single word from him inspired her to attend Hachimitsu. Despite his social status, Kai becomes a steady source of support as Uka navigates fitting in with her new peers.
Anyway, I’m Falling in Love with You. January 9
In 2020, Mizuha’s 17th birthday couldn’t feel worse. Her parents forgot the day entirely, she’s struggling to get closer to the senior she admires, and the pandemic has canceled all her school trips and tournaments. Convinced her dream of a perfect youth is slipping away, Mizuha is ready to give up—until her childhood friend, Mizuki, surprises her by asking her out.
Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! January 10
Ms. Elf has a fascination with Japanese culture?! Kitase Kazuhiro, a working adult with a unique hobby—sleeping—has been dreaming of adventures in a mysterious other world since childhood. During one of these dreams, he explores ancient ruins alongside an elf girl he’s befriended, only to be scorched by a magic dragon’s fiery breath. But when he wakes up, the elf girl from his dream is inexplicably asleep right beside him in his room…
UniteUp! – January 11
The journey for PROTOSTAR continues after an electrifying performance that strengthens their bond. Now, Akira, Banri, and Chihiro are more determined than ever to build on their momentum as they tackle the tough challenges of the competitive entertainment industry. As they work to hone their skills and grow as aspiring idols, they face off against rival groups that push them to their absolute limits.
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Season 2 – January 12
Rentaro Aijo was rejected 100 times in middle school, leaving him desperate for a change in high school. He visits a shrine and prays for better luck in love. To his surprise, the God of Love appears and makes a promise: he will soon meet 100 people he’s destined to date. However, there’s a catch—once fate introduces them, Rentaro and his partner must fall in love and live happily together, or they will die. What will happen to Rentaro and his 100 girlfriends as they navigate this life-or-death challenge in high school?
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Valerie Anne is a Type 1 diabetic, mother, tree-hugger, self-proclaimed granola who loves a good horror story through literature, video games, and movies. She also streams art over at twitch.tv/8bitval.
