Despite the pandemic, there has been a considerable increase in the number of anime shows produced. As the curtains fall on 2021, it is time to look back on some of the shows that were released on Netflix this year.

To Your Eternity

Based on the award winning manga series written by Yoshitoki Oima, To Your Eternity begins with the story of an orb.

The nameless orb, for uncertain reasons, is cast to the Earth to be observed from afar. It is capable of changing its form based on the stimulation it receives from those around it.

This is the story of an immortal being experiencing humanity through meeting new people across decades. One of the highlights of spring 2021, To Your Eternity can be enjoyed by both teens and adults. 

Blue Period

Blue Period

Based on the award -winning manga series by Tsubasa Yamaguchi, Blue Period delivers a raw depiction of the struggles of aspiring artists, navigating through societal expectations and expressing oneself.

Yatora Yaguchi is a popular high school student who excels in both academics and delinquency. However, he feels unmotivated for he is yet to find a true calling in life. The story follows his trajectory, as he sets on a journey to become an artist.

Komi Can't Communicate

Komi can't communicate is the adaptation of the manga series by Tomohito Oda.

Tadano is an ordinary boy who prefers to stay out of trouble and blend in with others.

However, things change drastically when he takes his seat beside Shouko Komi. With excellent grades and beautiful appearance, this student is popular for her "mysterious" personality. However, unbeknownst to everyone, she has crippling anxiety and a communication disorder which prevents her from connecting with her classmates.

Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Oceans

Super Crooks

Small-time crook Johny Bolt gathers a ragtag group of supervillains for one last heist. Their target: world's most notorious supervillain. What can possibly go wrong?

Based on the comic by Mark Millar and Leinil Francis Yu, this Japanese-American anime show premiered on Netflix in November.

Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Oceans 

To long-time anime enthusiasts, Jojo's Bizarre Adventure series is a legend in its own right. Since its debut in 1987, the manga series by Hirohiko Araki is going strong till this day. With each generation's protagonist sharing the same nickname, "Jojo", this is the story of the Joestar family.

The sixth season and latest anime adaptation of this saga, Stone Ocean, revolves around Jolyne Cujo, who finds herself sitting in a prison in Florida after being framed for murder. After a gift from her father Joutaro, awakens her latent abilities, Jolyne sets upon a path to discover more about her life.

This seriesis famous for its art style and its cross generational overarching plot. Each season tells the tale of a different protagonist and yet, they are all connected.