The largest anime awards in Japan, “Nihon Anime Trend Taishou 2025” (Japan Anime Trend Awards 2025), hosted by the “new future TV” ABEMA, will be held on December 26, 2025, starting at 19:00 JST. The ceremony will be broadcast live and for free on the “Anime SPECIAL Channel.” It has just been announced that Akase Akari, Inukai Atsuhiro, Myakumyaku, and Mizuno Nami will be appearing as guests at these awards, and comments from Akase, Inukai, and Mizuno have also arrived.
About the Nihon Anime Trend Taishou 2025
The “Nihon Anime Trend Taishou 2025” is ABEMA’s premier anime awards, dedicated to spotlighting the anime that generated the most buzz across the internet and the anime industry throughout 2025. Now in its third year, the awards thoroughly analyze anime works from 2025 from various perspectives. This includes leveraging data from X (formerly Twitter), the anime news site “Anime!Anime!”, and ABEMA’s extensive library, which features everything from popular new releases and isekai titles to classic anime. The ultimate “Grand Prize” winners for each category will be selected through a combination of this comprehensive analysis and user voting.
Furthermore, on the day of the broadcast, a special linked stream will be available not only on ABEMA but also on X, allowing viewers to watch the live event directly from the “X Trend” section. The main hosts for the event will be Iwai Yuuki from Haraichi and voice actor Hikasa Youko.
Exciting Guest Lineup Revealed!
For this highly anticipated awards ceremony, a stellar guest lineup has been confirmed. This includes Akase Akari, a multi-talented individual known for her impressive cosplay accuracy, who is also active as an actress, artist, and TikToker. Joining her is Inukai Atsuhiro, an actor celebrated as one of the entertainment industry’s most prominent anime enthusiasts. The official character of the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025, Myakumyaku, who garnered significant attention this year, will also be making an appearance, accompanied by Mizuno Nami, the voice actress who brings Myakumyaku to life.
Anticipation Builds: Guest Comments
Regarding her appearance, Akase shared, “I think this program will be enjoyable for both avid anime fans and those looking for a casual good time, especially since it gives us a sneak peek at next year’s trends.” Inukai expressed his excitement, saying, “It’s an honor to be involved in an anime special with Iwai, who I greatly admire. I’m already looking forward to discovering what unique insights these diverse works will offer.”
Mizuno commented, “Through my activities as Myakumyaku, more and more people have become interested in ‘voices.’ At the ‘Nihon Anime Trend Taishou,’ I feel it’s wonderful that we’ll get to hear many voices from those involved in this year’s most talked-about works.” Beyond the awards themselves, the star-studded lineup set to energize the venue is certainly something to look forward to.
The “Nihon Anime Trend Taishou 2025,” which will comprehensively review the 2025 anime scene and offer a glimpse into next year’s trends, will be broadcast live and free on ABEMA from 19:00 JST on December 26. Don’t miss this exciting event!
Full Guest Comments
Akase Akari
“With my appearance confirmed for the ‘Nihon Anime Trend Taishou 2025,’ I’m personally looking forward to revisiting this year’s anime! I’m also excited about the opportunity to discover new works I haven’t seen yet, not just those I’m familiar with. Considering it will also give us a head start on next year’s trends, I believe it’s a program that anime lovers and casual viewers alike can enjoy. I’ll do my best to make sure everyone watching feels it was a truly worthwhile way to spend their year-end.”
Inukai Atsuhiro
“It’s an honor to be involved in an anime special with Iwai, who I greatly admire. I’ll do my best to look back on the amazing works of this year alongside the viewers and my fellow performers. I’m already excited to discover what unique insights these diverse works will offer.”
Mizuno Nami
“Through my activities as Myakumyaku, more and more people have become interested in ‘voices.’ I’m truly grateful to be receiving more messages and hearing people say they love my voice. At ABEMA’s ‘Nihon Anime Trend Taishou,’ I feel it’s wonderful that we’ll get to hear many voices from those involved in this year’s most talked-about works. I hope I’ll have the opportunity to greet everyone and express my gratitude directly on the day of the event.”
Event Details: ABEMA’s “Nihon Anime Trend Taishou 2025” Live Broadcast Overview
- Broadcast Date and Time: December 26, 2025 (Friday) 19:00 JST
- Broadcast Channel: Anime SPECIAL Channel
Main MCs
| Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| Iwai Yuuki | Haraichi |
| Hikasa Youko | Voice Actor |
Artists
| Artist | Performing Anime |
|---|---|
| Ave Mujica | BanG Dream! Ave Mujica |
| Maebashi Witches | Maebashi Witches |
| Mega Shinnosuke | Nohara Hiroshi Hirumeshi no Ryuugi |
| Spira Spica | Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru Season 2 |
| ClariS | Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica |
Guests
| Name |
|---|
| Akase Akari |
| Inukai Atsuhiro |
| Amatsukaze Tairo |
| Myakumyaku |
| Mizuno Nami |
Narrators
| Name |
|---|
| Sugita Tomokazu |
| Kugimiya Rie |
Nihon Anime Trend Taishou 2025 Award Categories
- Nihon Anime Trend Taishou (Japan Anime Trend Grand Prize)
- Anime Song Award
- Anime News Award
- Anime Buzz Award – TV Anime Category
- Anime Buzz Award – Theatrical Film Category
- Opening Animation Award
- Ending Animation Award
- Short Anime Award
- ABEMA Special Award
©BanG Dream! Project ©Magica Quartet/Aniplex, Madoka Project ©Fukuda Shinichi／SQUARE ENIX・Anime “Kisekoi” Production Committee ©Usui Yoshito・Tsukahara Youichi／”Nohara Hiroshi Hirumeshi no Ryuugi” Production Committee ©PROJECT MBW ©Expo 2025
Written by Nakase Koutarou
_
![Top ‘Swimsuit’ Characters: 3rd Place Kitahara Iori from Granburu, 2nd Place Kaipan Deka from Kochikame, 1st Place is… [Male Characters Edition] <2025 Edition>](https://animeworld.info/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/788340.jpg.jpg)
