Hello everyone, how are you? Here we go with another list of anime recommendations, this time with the best from the 4 seasons of 2017. Although there are many, we won’t be able to include and comment on all of them in this list, so I will only include those with the highest ratings in each season.
We will separate by seasons, and for those who don’t know what that means, I will explain. Animes are generally divided into 12 or 24 episodes, which means they are aired for an average of three or six months. The seasons are these three months of duration.
This leaves us with 4 seasons a year, and all animes must fit within this period. The seasons are Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn. Exactly in that order, just like the seasons of the year. I will explain better shortly.
And I am passing to alert that I did not classify the animes solely by my own judgment. The following list is based on the ratings from MAL (My Anime List) users, a specific site for anime content and the industry in general. In addition to being the largest site for this content and a news portal in the West.
To avoid confusion with this list, I must explain that it is ranked by score and not by popularity. To me, it would be unfair to include popular animes with low scores instead of those with high ratings but are less popular. Therefore, here are only those with the highest scores of the season.
In the complete list of the season’s animes, Kevin will highlight in bold the ones he watched and liked to serve as his recommendations.
Table of Contents
Winter Season Animes – January 2017
Also known as the January season. This is the season that starts the year, lasting three months, it extends from January until the end of March and the beginning of April.
If you don’t know why it’s the Winter season, just know that it’s based in Japan and not in Brazil. And as we know, the northern hemisphere and southern hemisphere have opposite seasons.
For some, I will share my opinion; however, I will not do so for others because I haven’t watched them and therefore am not qualified to judge and comment. Thus, I will avoid the tactic of throwing green to harvest ripe. In my opinion, this was one of the weaker seasons with few attractive animes, but with good continuations.
Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon
When Kobayashi heads out for another day at work, she opens the apartment door to be greeted by an extraordinarily terrifying sight – the head of a dragon, looking at her from the other side of the balcony. The dragon immediately transforms into a beautiful, busty, energetic young girl dressed in a maid outfit, introducing herself as Tooru.
Although she is extremely efficient at her job, the maid’s unorthodox cleaning methods often end up terrifying Kobayashi and sometimes bring more problems than help. To top it off, Tooru’s presence ends up attracting several other mythical beings to her new home, bringing a series of eccentric personalities.
My Opinion
To conclude, this anime was a huge success in 2017. With the design and personality of the characters, and also some aspects that focus mainly on ecchi. It captivated the audience and rose as one of the best and most popular animes of the year.
I personally haven’t watched it yet, and don’t even ask me why because I don’t know myself. But I can affirm that a good story and charismatic characters are not lacking in the anime. I’m saying this because I’ve watched a few episodes of it, but I haven’t completed it.
Youjo Senki
Tanya Degurechaff is a young soldier famous for her predatory cruelty and unusual tactical aptitude, which earned her the nickname “Devil of the Rhine.” However, within her resides the soul of a man who challenged Being X, a type of god, to an intelligence battle – which resulted in his reincarnation as a little girl in a world of magical warfare.
Encouraged to challenge, Tanya decides to rise through the ranks of her country’s armed forces while slowly plunging into world war, with only Being X proving to be the strongest obstacle in recreating the peaceful life she once knew.
But her perceptive actions and combat initiative have an unwanted side effect: propelling the powerful Empire to become one of the most powerful nations in human history.
My Opinion
Just by its premise, this is already a unique anime. An atheist man believes that everything depends solely on one’s own will and effort and is killed in an unconventional way, soon finding an existence that, to teach him a lesson, makes him reincarnate in another world that is in the midst of a great war.
Thus, this man who reincarnated in a FEMALE body joins the army in an attempt to achieve a peaceful life. With a plot like this and exemplary execution, this is undoubtedly the best of this season in my opinion.
List of January Season Animes – Spring 2017
- Fuuka
- Little Witch Academia (TV)
- Yowamushi Pedal: New Generation
- Demi-chan wa Kataritai
- ACCA: 13-ku Kansatsu-ka
- Kemono Friends
- Super Lovers 2
- Ao no Exorcist: Kyoto Fujouou-hen
- Gabriel DropOut
- Kuzu no Honkai
- Rewrite 2nd Season
- Tales of Zestiria the X 2nd Season
- Onihei
- Urara Meirochou
- Reikenzan: Eichi e no Shikaku
- Masamune-kun no Revenge
- BanG Dream!
- Kirakira☆Precure A La Mode
- Chain Chronicle: Haecceitas no Hikari
- Marginal#4: Kiss kara Tsukuru Big Bang
- Akiba’s Trip The Animation
- Nyanko Days
- ChäoS;Child
- Seiren
- Inazma Delivery
- ēlDLIVE
- Minami Kamakura Koukou Joshi Jitenshabu
- Choboraunyopomi Gekijou Dai San Maku Ai Mai Mii: Surgical Friends
- Piace: Watashi no Italian
- Sengoku Choujuu Giga: Otsu
- Schoolgirl Strikers: Animation Channel
- Chiruran: Nibun no Ichi
- Idol Jihen
- Hand Shakers
- One Room
- Yami Shibai 4
- High & Low: G-Sword
- Chou Shounen Tanteidan Neo
- KochinPa! Dainiki
- Forest Fairy Five
- Nananin no Ayakashi: Chimi Chimi Mouryou!! Gendai Monogatari
- Sentai Hero Sukiyaki Force: Gunma no Heiwa wo Negau Season
- Tokyo Futago Athletic
Spring Season Animes – April 2017
Also known as the April season. It starts at the beginning of April and extends until the end of June and the beginning of July. Another three months of duration, and here in Brazil, it is the period of the Autumn season.
I prefer the alternative name since it is very easy to confuse between spring and autumn when we talk in this context, that’s my opinion. But we must agree that it is much easier to identify when we say April season.
In this season, we had few highlights; basically, I will leave only one anime on this list, but I recommend checking out Alice to Zouroku and EroManga-Sensei as well.
Tsuki Ga kirei
With a new school year comes a new crowd of classmates, and for the last year of high school, aspiring writer Kotarou Azumi and track team member Akane Mizuno end up in the same class.
Although initially complete strangers, some casual encounters awaken an innocent desire in their hearts. An anxious glance, a vibrant heart – the marks of young love infiltrate their lives as fate leads their paths to cross.
However, although love is patient and love is kind, Kotarou and Akane discover that it is not always easy. Despite the comfort they find in each other’s company, hurt and anxiety come hand in hand with the search for feelings in their hearts.
With the uncertainty of how the other truly feels, as well as the competing affections of those around them, the way forward is not clear. Even so, under the bright light of a beautiful full moon, Kotarou gathers his courage to ask Akane a single question that forever changes their silent relationship.
List of April Season Animes – Spring 2017
- Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata
- Shuumatsu Nani Shitemasu ka?
- Re:Creators
- Oushitsu Kyoushi Heine
- Shingeki no Bahamut: Virgin Soul
- Starmyu 2nd Season
- Sakura Quest
- Sakurada Reset
- Ani ni Tsukeru Kusuri wa Nai!
- Rokudenashi Majutsu Koushi to Akashic Records
- Idol Time PriPara
- Zero kara Hajimeru Mahou no Sho
- Alice to Zouroku
- Fukumenkei Noise
- Nobunaga no Shinobi: Ise Kanegasaki-hen
- Busou Shoujo Machiavellianism
- Tsugumomo
- Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka Gaiden: Sword Oratoria
- Kyoukai no Rinne 3rd Season
- Berserk 2nd Season
- Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
- Seikaisuru Kado
- Atom: The Beginning
- Renai Boukun
- Eromanga-sensei
- Granblue Fantasy The Animation
- Hinako Note
- ID-0
- Yu☆Gi☆Oh! VRAINS
- Kabuki-bu!
- Beyblade Burst God
- Kenka Banchou Otome: Girl Beats Boys
- Cinderella Girls Gekijou
- Clockwork Planet
- Frame Arms Girl
- Dappys
- Gin no Guardian
- Future Card Buddyfight Battsu
- Rilu Rilu Fairilu: Mahou no Kagami
- Warau Salesman New
- PriPri Chii-chan!!
- Twin Angel Break
- Shounen Ashibe: Go! Go! Goma-chan 2
- Sin: Nanatsu no Taizai
- 100% Pascal-sensei (TV)
- World Fool News (TV) Part II
- Makeruna!! Aku no Gundan!
- Room Mate
- Love Kome: We Love Rice
- Sekai no Yami Zukan
- Souryo to Majiwaru Shikiyoku no Yoru ni..;
- Yousei Land Mukashibanashi
- “Eikou Naki Tensai-tachi” Kara no Monogatari
- Akindo Sei no Little Peso
- Akita Kenritsu Iburi Gakkou Chuutou-bu
- Ba La La Xiao Mo Xian Zhi: Feiyue Cai Ling Bao 2nd Season
- Buppu na Mainichi
- Caribadix
- Duel Masters (2017)
- Neko no Robu
- Neko to Mata
- Otona no Ikkyuu-san 2nd Season
- Tomica Hyper Rescue Drive Head: Kidou Kyuukyuu Keisatsu (TV)
Summer Season Animes – July 2017
Also known as the July season. It starts in July and extends to the end of September and the beginning of October. And as you can already see, it encompasses the Winter season period here in Brazil.
It is interesting and frustrating to think that the mid-year vacation we have here in Brazil occurs during the rainy season, while in the northern hemisphere it is the season that best enjoys the beaches and vacations in general. I have to move to the northern hemisphere.
Made in Abyss
Abyss The Abyss – an open abyss that extends to the depths of the earth, full of mysterious creatures and relics from a long time ago. Countless brave individuals, known as Divers, have tried to solve the mysteries of the Abyss, descending fearlessly into its darkest realms.
The best and bravest of the divers, the white whistles, are hailed as legends by those who remain on the surface. Riko, the daughter of a white whistle, aspires to be like her mother and explore the farthest reaches of the Abyss. However, as only a novice Red Whistle, she is only allowed to traverse her highest layer.
Even so, Riko has a casual encounter with a mysterious robot that looks like an ordinary boy. Certain that the technology to create Reg must come from within the Abyss, the two decide to venture into the abyss to recover their memories and see the bottom of the pit with their own eyes.
My Opinion
Despite its characters being drawn with a rather childish style, the anime does not fit that age group, and even some older people still have their stomachs turned by various tense parts that this anime provokes.
It’s tension from the start, but I recommend using the rule of 3 episodes for this anime due to some parts introducing secondary characters and other important preparations that every anime needs. But after that, it’s just tension and overwhelming psychological pressure. Another anime I do not recommend for those with weak stomachs.
Balroom youkuso
A professional dancer named Sengoku rescues Tatara, a shy third-year high school student who is being harassed by delinquents. Tatara ends up in Sengoku’s dance studio, where he meets Shizuku Hanaoka, a schoolmate he secretly idolizes.
From this pivotal moment, Tatara enters the world of dance. Sengoku is a dynamic and free-spirited international dancer who recognizes Tatara’s potential and begins to train him. Through dance, Tatara meets another schoolmate, a dance prodigy named Kiyoharu.
Through these new friendships, Tatara develops a passionate desire to improve as a dancer and be accepted by his peers and rivals, who nurture his own native talent. And through interaction with Tatara, other dance members are encouraged to take steps to overcome their own challenges and problems.
My Opinion
If dancing relieves the stress of the soul, I will become a dancing fool. And it is through dance that the protagonist tries to resolve his personal dramas. Luckily, he has a knack for it; otherwise, he would be in big trouble with his beloved.
Romance and drama are woven into the plot as he tries to achieve his goal and win over the girl of his dreams, he must continuously improve. The question remains whether he can achieve his goal before becoming the best in the world. The doubt lingers.
Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu
On the surface, Koudo Ikusei High School is a utopia. Students enjoy unparalleled freedom and are highly ranked in Japan. However, the reality is less than ideal. Four classes, from A to D, are ranked by merit, and only the best classes receive favorable treatment.
Kiyotaka Ayanokouji is a student in Class D, where the school dumps its worst. There he meets the unsociable Suzune Horikita, who believes she was placed in Class D by mistake and wishes to rise to Class A, and the seemingly friendly class idol Kikyou Kushida, whose goal is to make as many friends as possible.
Although class affiliation is permanent, class rankings are not; students from lower classes can rise in the rankings if they achieve better results than those from the top. Furthermore, in Class D, there are no restrictions on what methods can be used to advance.
My Opinion
The only thing I am sure of is that nothing is as it seems. The only one who seems to have no second personality or anything to hide is just the tsundere Horikita. But all the other characters are not ordinary in any aspect. Especially the kind girl, and I won’t say why because it would be a huge spoiler.
But he is a badass protagonist; besides being intelligent and calculating, he also has a natural ability to use others for his own benefit, and that without anyone noticing what he is doing or what he is hiding. In addition to having something very dark in his past. All the clichés that I love.
New game
It has been a year since Aoba Suzukaze started working at Eagle Jump. At that time, she and her eccentric coworkers in the character design department worked hard to launch the company’s latest game: Fairies Story 3.
With their latest title complete, a new project must begin – starting with a contest to decide the character designs for the next game. Through hard work, dedication, and some guidance from the previous character designer, Kou Yagami, Aoba wins the contest and begins her new role as a character designer.
However, her new job is not easy. Besides having extra work and more hours, Aoba questions whether she is the right person for the job. The story continues as Aoba overcomes her inexperience with the help of her friends and coworkers, willing to face any challenge to create Eagle Jump’s latest creation.
List of July Season Animes – Summer 2017
- Mahoujin Guruguru
- Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu
- Tsurezure Children
- Princess Principal
- Senki Zesshou Symphogear AXZ
- Hitorijime My Hero
- Kakegurui
- Shoukoku no Altair
- Isekai Shokudou
- Saiyuuki Reload Blast
- Knight’s & Magic
- Aho Girl
- Gamers!
- Fate/Apocrypha
- Youkai Apartment no Yuuga na Nichijou
- Keppeki Danshi! Aoyama-kun
- Katsugeki/Touken Ranbu
- Koi to Uso
- Nana Maru San Batsu
- Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni;
- Tenshi no 3P!
- Hina Logi: From Luck & Logic
- Teekyuu 9
- Jigoku Shoujo: Yoi no Togi
- Action Heroine Cheer Fruits
- Centaur no Nayami
- Hajimete no Gal
- Vatican Kiseki Chousakan
- Jikan no Shihaisha
- Konbini Kareshi
- 18if
- Ikemen Sengoku: Toki wo Kakeru ga Koi wa Hajimaranai
- Yami Shibai 5
- Dive!!
- Battle Girl High School
- Pikotarou no Lullaby Lullaby (TV)
- Netsuzou TRap
- Nora to Oujo to Noraneko Heart
- Clione no Akari
- Skirt no Naka wa Kedamono Deshita;
- The Reflection
- Kaito x Ansa
- Musekinin Galaxy☆Tylor
- Catchy-kun no Nice Catch!
- Hinomaru!
- PJ Berri no Mogumogu Munyamunya Season 2
- Quiz Tokiko-san
- Yura Yura Suizokukan
Autumn Season Animes – October 2017
And the season that closes the year and also connects with the first season of the next year, also known as the October season. The good news is that it spans from the beginning of October until the end of December and the beginning of January, which means it is the best season for binge-watching.
Or rather, it is the second best for doing so, since the first is the January season that takes the summer vacation here in Brazil. I usually save the animes to binge-watch everything at the end of the season, so I enjoy it better. Now let’s continue.
This season was basically the best of all time, with great premieres like Inuyashiki and Net-juu no Susume, which unfortunately were not described in the article, but which I personally recommend and consider the favorites of this season. (by Kevin)
Houseki no kuni
In a mysterious future, crystalline organisms called Gems inhabit a world that has been destroyed by six meteors. Each Gem receives a role to fight against the Lunarians, a species that attacks them to destroy their bodies and use them as ornaments.
Fosfophyllite, also known as Phos, is a young and fragile gem who dreams of helping her friends in the war effort.
Instead, they are instructed to compile an encyclopedia due to their delicate condition. After reluctantly embarking on this task, Phos meets Cinnabar, an intelligent gem who has been relegated to patrolling the isolated island at night due to the corrosive poison that her body creates. After seeing how unhappy Cinnabar is, Phos decides to find a role that both rejected gems can enjoy. Houseki no Kuni follows Phos’s efforts to be useful and protect her gem companions.
Mahoutsukai no yome
Chise Hatori, a 15-year-old Japanese girl, was sold for five million pounds at an auction to a tall masked gentleman. Abandoned at a young age and ridiculed by her peers for her unconventional behavior, she was ready to surrender to any buyer if it meant having a place to call home.
In chains and on her way to an unknown destiny, she hears whispers of men dressed along her path, gossiping and complaining that such a buyer has laid hands on a rare “Sleigh Beggy.” Ignoring the murmurs, the mysterious man takes the girl to an office, where he reveals himself to be Elias Ainsworth – a magician.
After a brief confrontation and a bit of teleportation magic, the two open their eyes to Elias’s picturesque cabin in rural England. These events mark the beginning of Chise’s story as the apprentice and supposed bride of the ancient magician.
My Opinion
One of the most popular and acclaimed of the year, and the best anime of the season in my opinion. And I believe it’s not just me, as its fame has already spread worldwide and garnered a large number of fans. But unfortunately, I couldn’t help but curse the fact that the protagonist continued to have a goat’s head.
Well, maybe that’s the reason it became so successful; after all, it’s not every day we get to see such a different protagonist. But it’s not just that; its animation and stories are extraordinary compared to other animes, I was particularly impressed with how beautiful the graphics turned out.
Shoujo shuumatsu ryokou
Amidst the desolate remnants of a once-prosperous city, only the roar of a motorcycle breaks the cold silence of winter. Its riders, Chito and Yuuri, are the last survivors of the war-torn city.
While rummaging through old military sites for food and parts, the two girls explore the devastated lands and speculate about the old world to pass the time.
Each occasionally struggles against the impending loneliness, but when they have each other, sharing the weight of being two of the last humans becomes a little more bearable. Their dark days become a bit brighter with target practice, new books, and snowball fights in the frozen battlefield.
List of October Season Animes – Autumn 2017
- Gintama.: Porori-hen
- Kekkai Sensen & Beyond
- Hoozuki no Reitetsu 2nd Season
- Inuyashiki
- Net-juu no Susume
- Love Live! Sunshine!! 2nd Season
- Yuuki Yuuna wa Yuusha de Aru: Yuusha no Shou
- Konohana Kitan
- Itsudatte Bokura no Koi wa 10 cm Datta;
- Osomatsu-san 2nd Season
- Yuuki Yuuna wa Yuusha de Aru: Washio Sumi no Shou
- Kino no Tabi: The Beautiful World – The Animated Series
- Blend S
- Imouto sae Ireba Ii;
- Himouto! Umaru-chan R
- Just Because!
- The iDOLM@STER SideM
- Kujira no Kora wa Sajou ni Utau
- Garo: Vanishing Line
- UQ Holder!: Mahou Sensei Negima! 2
- Osake wa Fuufu ni Natte kara
- Tsukipro The Animation
- Cardfight!! Vanguard G: Z
- Cinderella Girls Gekijou 2nd Season
- Juuni Taisen
- Code:Realize – Sousei no Himegimi
- Black Clover
- Infini-T Force
- Animegataris
- RoboMasters the Animated Series
- Wake Up, Girls! Shin Shou
- ClassicaLoid 2nd Season
- Boku no Kanojo ga Majimesugiru Sho-bitch na Ken
- Sengoku Night Blood
- Evil or Live
- Ku Pao Ying Xiong
- Urahara
- Time Bokan: Gyakushuu no San Akunin
- Two Car
- Omiai Aite wa Oshiego, Tsuyoki na, Mondaiji;
- Fireball Humorous
- Dies Irae
- Yodel no Onna
- Ousama Game The Animation
- Glamorous Heroes
- Ame-iro Cocoa Series: Ame-con!!
- Love Kome: We Love Rice 2nd Season
- Dia Horizon (Kabu)
- Taishou Mebiusline: Chicchai-san
- Dynamic Chord
- Aiseki Mogol Girl
- Oretacha Youkai Ningen
Opinions on Continuations of Animes from 2017
Gintama
The famous Gintama, I have only watched a few episodes of its first season, so I am very biased to talk about it. However, it seems to be very good, as it always appears in prominent positions on the lists that MAL has.
What I can affirm is that this is not a common anime. Comedy, action, parody, and several other genres meet in this anime. The comedy in particular seems to be the main point in the plot as it is intensely used in various moments of the story, or at least that’s what I noticed.
Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! 2
The crucial tip in this anime is to never try to guess anything about its plot. Don’t expect the protagonist to save the girls, don’t expect the girls to always support the protagonist, don’t expect them to become powerful, don’t expect them to act normally, don’t expect the protagonist to be a gentleman.
The only thing you can expect is the worst of all scenarios; that you can always expect. But the worst of all is how they manage to get into trouble without even trying. And after the great success, nothing is more fair than a second season.
Boku no hero – Second season
One of the most awaited of the season. Perhaps because of the success of the first season, which in my opinion was the best of the season, a fact that was repeated in this season again. And once again, Deku has the world’s attention focused on his story.
In this phase, the sports festival is specially designed to evaluate and rank the best students of UA. Besides several unbelievable fights, fluid and well-made animation, and captivating characters, there is also the fact of its great drama. It’s a complete anime.
Natsume yuujinchou – 6th season
Speaking of good but not so popular animes. This is that typical anime that is good enough to get 6 seasons without being highly popular. I am biased to talk about this anime because I am a die-hard fan of it, and I believe I am not the only one.
A boy has the power to see Youkais, and for this reason, he had a terrible childhood. But everything worsens because his deceased grandmother was a girl who had the same power; however, she did the opposite of what he does now. It’s not easy to explain this part, but the fact is that she left a notebook for her grandson. And this notebook is the cause of all the torment.
Shingeki no kyojin 2
This has reached the point of not needing comments. Its fame precedes it, and because it is so popular, everyone already knows its plot and characters. But seriously, the protagonist is useless and has no other importance besides having the Titan power.
I prefer, like thousands of people, Levi. There’s no shortage of appeal when this character is fighting, and his abilities stand out due to his own capacity, which is beyond normal. The tip I can give you is not to try to get attached to the protagonist because, in my opinion, you will only be disappointed.
Uchouten kazoku – Second season
I would describe this anime as relaxing. Its first season had several twists, but this season far surpassed the previous one. With a fun and laid-back theme, this anime does not disappoint when it comes to tension and fun.
In addition to its various moments of reflection and life lessons. I recommend it to people who are in some dilemma in life. It helped me a lot when I went through a troubled phase, and it’s very good to pay attention to the opening and ending songs of your seasons.
Shokugeki no souma: San no sara
Its third season has finally been released. Although the waiting time was relatively short compared to other animes like Overlord, it still made a big difference, and this made the waiting time feel as long as decades, at least it was like that for me.
And for those who have never watched Shokugeki, I say only “then you have never lived, my child.” For those who think cooking is only for women, this is the anime that will change your mind and even make you try to pilot a stove at least to fry an egg.
Conclusion
That’s all for this article. I believe something will always be missing, but I cannot put all the content in just one post. OVAs, ONAs, movies, and other things were not listed here, so I recommend visiting the MAL site for more information and details.
Remembering that the article was based on information from the MAL site. And any doubts, suggestions, criticisms, or anything of the sort, just leave your comment. Otherwise, thank you, my dear reader, for reading this article up to here, and see you next time.
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