ABEMA, a prominent streaming platform, has unveiled its list of the top 5 new anime for the winter season of 2024, with “Apothecary’s Monologue” clinching the number one spot. The rankings, calculated from January 29 to February 4, reflect the popularity of new and continuing anime series based on their real-time broadcasts and on-demand viewership on ABEMA’s Anime Channel.
The Winter 2024 Anime Weekly Play Ranking for the first week of February is as follows:
- “The Apothecary Diaries”
- “Classroom of the Elite 3rd Season”
- “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End”
- “Fluffy Paradise”
- “Only I leveled up”
These series have captivated audiences with their unique storylines and characters, contributing to the vibrant anime community on ABEMA. “The Apothecary Diaries” has notably remained at the top for five consecutive weeks, underlining its widespread appeal.
ABEMA’s anime channel broadcasts these popular works weekly, with “Apothecary’s Monologue” airing every Saturday and “Classroom of the Elite 3rd Season” available every Wednesday. Both series offer the latest episodes free for one week post-broadcast, ensuring fans don’t miss out on the latest developments.
Moreover, ABEMA provides special programming and free all-at-once broadcasts for selected series, enhancing viewer engagement and accessibility. For example, “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” episodes 1 to 21 were broadcasted for free all at once, while “Fluffy Paradise” featured a unique collaboration special with Safari Park.
“Only I Level Up” airs every Tuesday, with ABEMA Premium subscribers enjoying early access to the latest episodes.
ABEMA’s initiative to rank and promote winter anime not only highlights the platform’s role in expanding the anime fan base but also reflects the growing global interest in anime and manga culture. Through strategic content curation and community-building efforts, ABEMA continues to be a key player in the international anime distribution landscape.
