Anime fans in Brazil start 2026 with one of the strongest seasons in recent years. January arrives dominated by “heavyweights” of the industry, delivering the most anticipated sequels of the decade, along with promising new adaptations. Diversity is the highlight: from the return of the supernatural chaos of Jujutsu Kaisen to the melancholic poetry of Frieren, streaming platforms (Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Disney+) will be packed with content simultaneous to Japan.
Below, the corrected calendar with the main releases of the month.
The Major Highlights (Must-Watch)
These are the titles that will dominate conversations on social media:
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Jujutsu Kaisen: Culling Game (Season 3)
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Premiere: January 8
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The Hype: The long-awaited adaptation of the “Culling Game” arc. After the Shibuya Incident, the jujutsu world is in collapse, and Yuji Itadori enters a deadly tournament orchestrated by Kenjaku. Expect brutal battles and top-tier animation from MAPPA.
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Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Season 2)
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Premiere: January 16
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The Hype: Acclaimed as one of the best modern-era anime, Frieren returns to continue her journey towards Ende in the north. The new season promises to deepen the lore about magic and introduce new challenges for the elf and her companions, Fern and Stark.
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Fate/strange Fake (TV Series)
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Premiere: January (Date to be confirmed)
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The Hype: What was meant to be a special is now a full series. The “False” Holy Grail War takes place in the United States (Snowfield), featuring servants that break all the conventional rules of the Fate franchise, including a more serious Gilgamesh and the mysterious Watcher class.
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Successful Continuations
In addition to the three giants above, January brings the return of established franchises:
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Oshi no Ko (Season 3): The showbiz drama continues, now focusing on denser arcs about Aqua’s revenge and the rise of B-Komachi.
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Hell’s Paradise (Jigokuraku) – Season 2: Gabimaru and Sagiri continue exploring the deadly island in search of the Elixir of Life, now facing the Tensen (the immortal rulers of the island).
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Fire Force (Enen no Shouboutai) – Season 3: The final season promises to adapt the explosive climax of the manga, revealing the final secrets about Spontaneous Human Combustion.
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‘Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess (Season 2): The light comedy about the princess who “gives in” to gastronomic tortures returns for more episodes.
Promising New Premieres
For those seeking fresh stories, these are the best bets of the month:
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Tune In to the Midnight Heart (Mayonaka Heart Tune): A school romantic comedy focused on a protagonist trying to figure out which of the four girls in the broadcasting club is his childhood friend.
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The Demon King’s Daughter is Too Kind!: A light and cute (iyashikei) series about the Demon King’s daughter who, ironically, is too kind for the role, leading to comedic situations in the underworld.
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The Holy Grail of Eris: A fantasy and mystery title where a young noblewoman makes a pact with the ghost of an executed villainess to survive court intrigues.
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A Gentle Noble’s Vacation Recommendation: A relaxing isekai focused on a noble who decides to enjoy life in another world as if it were an eternal vacation.
