Popular anime such as Date A Live and The Rising of the Shield Hero are among the franchises that sent New Year’s greetings to fans in this first week of January 2026, also revealing important news for the coming months. Meanwhile, the premiere schedule for the year that is just beginning is starting to take shape, with the confirmation of new seasons and original projects. The messages, released mainly on the studios’ and creators’ social media, serve as a barometer of what Brazilian fans can expect from the otaku universe in 2026. Thus, the greetings go beyond simple courtesy, serving as official announcements that warm up the community still in the first month of the year.
The phenomenon repeats annually, but in 2026 it gained special contours with concrete revelations. For example, the Date A Live franchise confirmed the start of a new project, generating great expectation. Furthermore, The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch, or simply Black Cat and Witch, had its premiere on Japanese TV confirmed for April, in the “Agaru Anime” block. Not only that, but The Rising of the Shield Hero thanked for the success of the fourth season and has already alerted fans to the fifth, currently in production, along with a global game project. Therefore, the scenario looks extremely promising for otaku who follow the sagas.
Details of the News and Premiere Schedule
In addition to the big names, other productions also made their presence known. The comedy Dream☆Jumbo☆Girl asked for the continued support of fans, as did The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten, which confirmed the long-awaited second season for this year. Several creators and artists, such as illustrator Tsubaka, also shared their personal wishes, mentioning exciting projects and challenges for 2026. Thus, the post-holiday period in Japan consolidates as a true window for unofficial announcements, where the excitement of those involved themselves leaks precious information to the fanbase around the world, including in Brazil.
With the confirmation of several premieres for the first months of 2026, the expectation is that the flow of news will remain intense. The strategy of using New Year’s greetings to generate hype has proven effective once again, keeping online communities warm. Thus, Brazilian fans can already start building their anime lists to follow, with the promise of a year full of successful continuations and some premieres seeking to conquer their space. The feeling is one of renewal, with studios demonstrating confidence in the audience’s support for another cycle of animated stories and adventures.
