by October 8th is “Eternal Day.” The anniversary is derived from the wordplay “to (10) WA (8),” which is pronounced “towa” as “eternity.”
Humans cannot live forever, but there are many titles in anime in which characters freed from time constraints play an active role. There are various ways of depicting characters, such as freely traveling between the past and future, looping the same time multiple times, and having characters who use time-related abilities. So Anime! Anime! Conducted a reader survey titled “What is “time leap” anime?” following last year. During the survey period from September 26th to September 29th, we received responses from 561 people.
The gender ratio was about 35 percent male, about 55 percent female, and about 10 percent did not answer, with more women. The age group was mainly young people, with about 55 percent under 19 years old and about 15 percent in their 20s. Titles from various genres gathered! No.1: Tokyo Revengers. With a support rate of about 30 percent, it was the top for the fourth consecutive year.
“The story is about repeating time leaps to reach a happy future where no one dies. At first, it was just the protagonist Takemichi’s fight, but I love how it changes into a story where he fights with his partner and friends by restarting his life many times. I also liked Takemichi, who grows as he time leaps.” “It’s so exciting that he has the goal of saving the only girl he’s ever known, who he dated in middle school!” You can’t help but cheer on the protagonist, who never gives up. “I was surprised by the condition that he would go back to the past if he held hands with a specific person.
The combination of fighting and time leaps was also a good surprise, so I was surprised again.” The battle elements also liven up the story. No.2: STEINS; GATE. With a support rate of about 14 percent, it ranked up from last year’s third place. “It’s a classic story of time travel to protect loved ones, but it has a unique worldview that combines science and the occult.
The persuasive depiction makes you think that time travel is possible! ” and “The first episode left me wondering, but after that, I was drawn into the story. The plot was brilliantly resolved, and the first and second playthroughs were completely different,” said a fan who has watched it many times. “Since it’s the 15th anniversary of the original game’s release this year, I voted for Steins; Gate! The thrilling storyline, the despair you experience repeatedly, and the courage to crawl out of it. It’ll make you cry,” said a popular series scheduled for a live concert to commemorate the anniversary year. 3rd place: Summertime Render.
It dropped from second place last year, but the difference was slight. Many readers commented that they were fascinated by the thrilling tactics, saying, “It’s so much fun to fight the unknown enemy, the shadow, while time-leaping! As your allies gradually increase, the shadow’s secrets are revealed, and you’re constantly on the edge of your seat!!” and “The loop has a limited number of times, and the enemy side also loops, which is a novel setting.
The battle of wits in which they skillfully use time leaps was awe-inspiring.” Some readers also commented that they couldn’t help but watch the whole thing in one go, saying, “The tension that comes from not knowing who the enemy is, and the power of time-leaping is not omnipotent, is irresistible! The sense of relief when you escape a crisis, the exhilaration when the mystery is revealed, and the emotions are constantly stirred.” Here are some other comments! “16bit Sensation ANOTHER LAYER” is a rare work that combines anime about the beautiful girl game industry with time-leap anime.
The games and Akihabara scenery of the time were realistic.” For “The Villainess of the 7th Loop Enjoys a Free and Easy Life as a Bride in a Former Enemy Country,” “It was interesting that the protagonist’s occupation changes with each loop, and the people she meets are different.” For “Re: ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-,” ”The ability to time leap by dying and return by death is painful. I was shocked at how the protagonist Subaru’s mind is gradually eroded.
I’m looking forward to the third season starting in the fall!” For “Zegapain,” “It’s been 18 years since it began airing in 2006. I think it’s amazing that August 31st, when the world of the work loops, has become a day when fans gather online every year.”
The latest work, “Zegapain STA,” released this year, was also voted for. In the 2024 edition, the top three faces remained unchanged. The results reaffirm that time leaps are depicted in various genres, including science fiction, action, fantasy, sports, and mystery.
Top 10 rankings [What comes to mind about “time leap” anime? 2024 Edition] 1st place: “Tokyo Revengers” 2nd place: “STEINS; GATE” 3rd place: “Summertime Render” 4th place: “Doraemon” 5th place: “Re: Zero -Starting Life in Another World-” 6th place: “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time” 7th place: “Puella Magi Madoka Magica” 8th place: “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya” 9th place: “Higurashi When They Cry” 10th place: “Inuyasha” (Response period: September 26th-29th, 2024)
Top 20 Rankings [What comes to mind when you think of “time leap” anime? [2024 Edition] 1st place: “Tokyo Revengers” 2nd place: “STEINS; GATE” 3rd place: “Summertime Render” 4th place: “Doraemon” 5th place: “Re: Zero – Starting Life in Another World” 6th place: “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time” 7th place: “Puella Magi Madoka Magica” 8th place: “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya” 9th place: “Higurashi When They Cry” 10th place: “Inuyasha” 11th place: “ERASED” 12th place: “Charlotte” 13th place: “Time Light Agent -LINK CLICK-” 13th place: “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable” 13th place: “Mekakucity Actors” 16th place: “Kagerou Days -in a day’s-” 16th place: “16bit Sensation ANOTHER LAYER” 18th place: “Undead Unluck” 18th place: “Inazuma Eleven GO: Chrono Stone” 18th place “Katekyo Hitman REBORN!” 18th “Your Name.” 18th “Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai” 18th “Lewis, and the Future Thief” 18th “The Villainess of the Seventh Loop Enjoys a Free and Easy Life as a Bride in a Former Enemy Country” (Response period: September 26th to September 29th, 2024)
This survey is part of a survey of readers’ “interest and attention in current anime works and characters.” The results are not intended to determine the superiority or inferiority of any character or work. We hope this article will help you learn about new works and characters and deepen your understanding and interest.
