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The 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards have officially wrapped up, spotlighting the biggest and most influential anime titles of the year in a star-studded ceremony held in Tokyo, Japan.

This year’s results showed a strong showing from returning fan-favorites and blockbuster franchises, with major wins going to My Hero Academia and Demon Slayer, which led the pack across several categories. Other standout titles such as Dan Da Dan, The Apothecary Diaries, Gachiakuta, and Chainsaw Man also secured key awards, reflecting a highly competitive year for anime across genres.

Among the most talked-about moments of the night was the dominance of My Hero Academia: Final Season, which earned recognition in major performance and production categories. Meanwhile, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle continued its reputation for visual excellence, further strengthening its legacy as one of the most consistently awarded modern anime franchises.

Rising hits also made their mark. Dan Da Dan Season 2 stood out with multiple wins and nominations, highlighting its growing popularity among global fans. Similarly, The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 and Gachiakuta gained significant recognition, showing how newer series are increasingly competing with long-running giants.

The Anime of the Year category—one of the most anticipated awards—once again reflected the diversity of modern anime storytelling, with nominees spanning action, drama, and experimental storytelling styles.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards continue to be one of the most important global celebrations of Japanese animation, driven by millions of fan votes worldwide and reflecting the evolving tastes of the anime community.

As the dust settles on this year’s ceremony, the results reinforce a clear trend: established franchises still dominate major categories, but newer series are rapidly closing the gap, signaling an increasingly competitive future for anime awards.