Top 10 Anime of the Week (May 2–May 9, 2025)

The latest Anime Corner weekly rankings are in, showcasing the most popular anime series as voted by fans worldwide for the fifth week of Spring 2025. With over 5,070 fans participating, this week's results come with exciting shake-ups, surprising drops, and massive climbs that reflect the changing tastes of anime viewers.

Let’s dive into the Top 10 Anime of the Week, based on the latest poll results.

1. Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho

• Vote Percentage: 5.38%
• Change: Climbed 14 spots (from Rank 15)

Why it’s trending: This dark fantasy series stunned viewers with its recent plot developments, earning it a major leap to the top of the list. Its momentum is unmatched this week, gaining over 3% in votes.

2. The Apothecary Diaries Season 2

• Vote Percentage: 4.72%
• Change: Up 1 position

Why it’s trending: The charming blend of mystery, historical intrigue, and strong character work continues to win hearts, pushing it to second place.

 3. Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Season 2

• Vote Percentage: 4.59%
• Change: Up 6 ranks

Why it’s trending: Fans are loving the action-packed story arcs this season, helping this underdog jump into the top three.

The Shiunji Family Children

• Vote Percentage: 3.93%
• Change: Maintains position

Staying steady: This quirky family drama continues to hold its own, maintaining strong viewer engagement.

To Be Hero X

• Vote Percentage: 3.88%
• Change: Dropped 4 spots

What happened: Despite being last week’s #1, it took a noticeable hit in support, possibly due to pacing or plot shifts.

Witch Watch

• Vote Percentage: 3.27%
• Change: Down 4 ranks

What happened: A slight dip in story momentum may explain the drop, but its loyal fanbase keeps it in the top half of the chart.

Fire Force Season 3

• Vote Percentage: 3.19%
• Change: No change

Consistency counts: With stable storytelling and sizzling animation, this long-running hit remains a fan favorite.

Kowloon Generic Romance

• Vote Percentage: 2.85%
• Change: Up 3 positions

Why it’s trending: The show’s unique aesthetic and emotionally resonant narrative have quietly been winning over more viewers.

Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc

• Vote Percentage: 2.48%
• Change: Down 3 places

What happened: Despite strong animation and fan nostalgia, recent episodes may not be living up to expectations.

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes

• Vote Percentage: 2.46%
• Change: Holds position

Still standing: While not leading the pack, this spinoff maintains solid support, especially among MHA loyalists.

Fan Participation & Weekly Voting

These rankings are compiled based on fan votes collected by Anime Corner, with over 5,000 anime enthusiasts weighing in for this week's results. Want to make your voice heard? You can cast your vote for next week’s ranking at polls.animecorner.me.

Final Thoughts

This week’s anime chart highlights the unpredictable anime fandom. With “Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho” making a jaw-dropping climb to the top, and “To Be Hero X” sliding down the ranks, it’s clear that fan opinions can shift quickly based on weekly episode quality and storytelling twists.

Sword of the Demon Hunter is, without a doubt, one of the most unexpectedly outstanding anime of the season—it's been a long time since a show surprised me this much.

Stay tuned to see which shows rise or fall in the coming weeks, and don’t forget to support your favorites in the polls!