[Top 5 Must-Watch Anime of July 2025 Chosen by an Active Producer — Available Worldwide]

The summer 2025 anime season is packed with highly anticipated titles.
Among them, I’ve handpicked the Top 5 must-watch series for the July cour — titles that, as an active anime producer, I’m confident will make a big impact.

Each of these shows stands out for its strong storytelling, compelling characters, and global appeal — truly works that deserve to be shared with the world.
All of them are available for international streaming, so anime fans outside Japan should definitely keep an eye on these releases.

1. Arknights: RISE FROM EMBER (焔燼曙明)

Genre: Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Strategic Battle
Premiere Date: July 4, 2025 (Friday)
Broadcast: TOKYO MX, KBS Kyoto, Sun TV, BS11, Animax
Cast: Yuki Kaida (Doctor), Tomoyo Kurosawa (Amiya), Maaya Sakamoto (Talulah), and more
Theme Songs:

• Opening: “End of Days” by ReoNa
• Ending: “Truth” by Ito Kashitaro
  Studio: Yostar Pictures
  Official Website: arknights-anime.jp

The third season of the hit game-based anime Arknights continues to expand its richly layered world and strategic battle sequences. With its distinctive storytelling and emotional depth, RISE FROM EMBER appeals not only to long-time fans of the series but also to newcomers eager to experience its intense, beautifully crafted universe.

2. Dandadan Season 2

Genre: Sci-Fi / Occult / Coming-of-Age
Premiere Date: July 3, 2025 (Thursday)
Broadcast: Nationwide simulcast across 28 MBS/TBS network stations in the “Super Animeism TURBO” block, every Thursday at 12:26 a.m.
Cast: To be announced
Studio: To be announced
Official Website: anime-dandadan.com

The second season of Dandadan continues the wildly imaginative blend of occult mystery and science fiction that captured fans’ attention in its debut. Following the cliffhanger of Season 1, this long-awaited sequel promises even more high-energy action, eccentric humor, and heartfelt moments that define the series’ unique appeal.

3. Kaiju No. 8 Season 2

Genre: Action / Sci-Fi
Premiere Date: Scheduled for July 2025
Broadcast: TV Tokyo Network and others
Cast: To be announced
Studio: To be announced
Official Website: kaiju-no8.net

The second season of the hit series Kaiju No. 8 continues the story of the elite defense force battling monstrous threats that endanger humanity. Renowned for its dynamic battle sequences and meticulously crafted storytelling, the series deepens its exploration of human resilience and heroism amid chaos. Whether you’re a returning fan or a new viewer, this sequel promises an intense and cinematic anime experience.

4. Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 4 (彼女、お借りします 第4期)

Genre: Romantic Comedy / Coming-of-Age
Premiere Date: Scheduled for July 2025 (Split two-cour)
Broadcast: To be announced
Cast: Shun Horie (Kazuya Kinoshita), Sora Amamiya (Chizuru Mizuhara), Aoi Yūki (Ruka Sarashina), and more
Studio: To be announced
Official Website: kanokari-official.com

The romantic comedy Rent-A-Girlfriend returns for its fourth season, continuing the emotional rollercoaster between Kazuya and the rental girlfriends. Fans can look forward to deeper relationship developments and emotional payoffs following the twists of the previous season. With its mix of humor, drama, and heartfelt moments, Season 4 promises to deliver another wave of excitement for both returning viewers and new fans alike.

5. Call of the Night Season 2 (よふかしのうた Season 2)

Genre: Coming-of-Age / Fantasy / Romance
Premiere Date: July 4, 2025 (Friday)
Broadcast: Fuji TV nationwide network — Noitamina programming block, every Friday at 11:30 p.m.
Cast: Gen Satō (Kou Yamori), Sora Amamiya (Nazuna Nanakusa), Yumiri Hanamori (Akira Asai), and more
Studio: LIDENFILMS
Official Website: yofukashi-no-uta.com

The second season of Call of the Night returns with its signature dreamy atmosphere and nocturnal charm, following the mysterious relationship between Kou and the vampire Nazuna. Blending elements of youth, longing, and fantasy, the series once again explores what it means to find freedom in the night. Fans can look forward to more mesmerizing visuals, emotional storytelling, and the same cool, melancholic tone that made Season 1 a standout.

✍️ Final Thoughts

The July 2025 anime season is packed with titles that both fans and industry professionals can wholeheartedly stand behind.
With global streaming platforms now making simultaneous releases possible, there’s never been a better time to join the conversation in real time and experience these stories together as they unfold.

Written and Curated by: Anime Storm Editorial Team (Active Anime Producer)