The 90s were the heyday of animation. cowboy bebop, Neon Genesis EvangelionAnd there are others who leave their mark on the animation community. It wasn't a bad decade for shonen animation either. Classic titles like: dragon ball and Ranma ½ Premiering in the 80s and airing in the 90s, there were a ton of great anime released between 1990 and 1999.
But not all of these animations have captured the public eye for years. As we look back at some of the biggest titles of the past decade, we're revisiting some incredible series that might otherwise go unnoticed.
1990: The Three-Eyed Man
Osamu Tezuka is often referred to as the “Godfather of Manga”, having written numerous series and influenced countless manga artists who followed in his footsteps. Although series like Astro Boy and Black Jack are among his best-known series, Tezuka has put out many great series over the years for fans to enjoy. One thing that is often overlooked is one with three eyes.
The series tells the story of Hosuke Sharaku, a young boy who is transformed into an evil wizard who wields incredible power and plans to conquer the world when he opens his third eye. Sharaku wears a bandage over his eyes to avoid this, and is unaware of his evil alter ego or their plans. This is actually the second adaptation of the series as a TV movie. Demon Touno Prince: Mitsumega TooruIt was released in 1985.
1991: City Hunter '91
City Hunter was one of the biggest series of the '80s, and like many other popular titles from that era, its success continued into the '90s with the release of various films and several follow-up series. City Hunter '91 is the only series to actually premiere in the '90s, airing a year after its final episode. City Hunter 3 and next City Hunter: Bay City Wars and City Hunter: Million Dollar Conspiracy.
As a series, City Hunter '91 is virtually identical to its predecessor. It has the same style, but sometimes adds a more comedic element, which may or may not be to the taste of some fans. The final episode is quite controversial among fans, but overall it's a great final entry in the animated series.
1992: Yuyu Hakusho
One of the best animations of its time Yuyu Hakusho This is a typical 90s animation. You can't discuss the best series of the '90s without mentioning the incredible adaptation of Yoshihiro Togashi's groundbreaking manga. The series certainly has a devoted fan base, but it always feels overlooked when discussing the best shonen of all time.
The series mixes martial arts and supernatural elements. It's a great fight with some amazing combat throughout, and the world and lore do a great job of drawing you in. It's an almost perfect series from start to finish, and a must-see for any anime fan.
1993: Slam Dunk
The first Slam Dunk release in 2023 may have served as an introduction to the series for many people. It's a stunning film with excellent visuals and a powerful, condensed narrative. But that doesn't mean the original 1993 series isn't worth watching.
slam dunk Probably one of the best sports anime of all time. It's a classic underdog story with amazing characters who develop throughout the series and get a chance to shine. If you're looking for something exciting other than the usual Battle Boy hits, slam dunk This is a special series you won't regret.
1994: DNA²
There were a lot of creative series in the 90s, but probably not many that were as weird and interesting. DNA². The series follows Junta Momonari, who vomits whenever he gets aroused by the opposite sex due to his “allergy” to women. Things take an unexpected turn when a girl named Karin claims to have come from the future to stop the Junta, who has become a huge playboy, from having 100 children and overpopulating the world. But when Karin turns him into a playboy thanks to a DNA-modifying bullet, she struggles to set things right before it's too late.
DNA² is a wild series that serves as a great time capsule of its era. Although romance anime can sometimes be very simple. DNA² Here are some interesting elements that will help you stand out from your peers. The OVA sequel was released in 1995, and while the series itself is great, the OVA is also a great watch.
1995: H2
Although the title is as follows Slam Dunk, Hajime no Ippo, and captain tsubasa Although they get a lot of love and recognition, there are many other great sports series that don't always get the attention they deserve. H2 It's one of them.
Due to an elbow injury, Hiro Kunimi decides to give up baseball upon entering high school, despite being one of the best players in middle school along with his close friend Hideo Tachibana. Hideo attends a different high school with his childhood friend Hikari, while Hiro enters Senkawa High School and joins the soccer team. However, Hiro decides to take up baseball again after meeting Haruka Koga, the coach of the school's unofficial baseball team.
1996: Case closed
Case closed is one of the longest-running animes, with 1,174 episodes airing since its premiere in January 1996. In the nearly 30 years since the series came out, it has become one of the most well-known anime and manga.
The series follows the story of Shinichi Kudo, a famous high school detective who has been working with the police to solve a variety of difficult cases. However, Shinichi is attacked by a criminal organization called the Black Organization and takes a strange drug that turns him into a 7-year-old boy. Still keen, Shinichi takes on the pseudonym Edogawa Conan and sets out to learn more about the mysterious Black Organization in hopes of reversing the drug's effects.
1997: Young Kindaichi's File
Case closed This may be one of the most well-known mystery anime, but there are many other great mystery series that are often overlooked. One of them happened in 1997. Young Kindaichi's file. The series follows the story of high school student Hajime Kindaichi, an incredibly talented young detective whose grandfather is considered Japan's greatest detective. Hajime wanders around solving all kinds of cases, from gruesome criminals to brain-busting secret room mysteries.
Mystery novel fans may have a little better hearing when they hear the name ‘Kindaichi’. Hajime's grandfather is presumed to be none other than Kindaichi Kousuke, the famous detective created by legendary mystery novelist Seishi Yokomizo. Hajime is certainly living up to his family name. Young Kindaichi's file There are many memorable examples that both fans of Yokomizo's novels and mystery series in general will enjoy.
1998: Trigun
trigun It's definitely up there in any discussion of the best anime of the 90s. The series was recently adapted for 2023. trigun stampedesubsequent season, Trigun Stargazeis scheduled to be released in 2026. But for many people, the original name is still the most important.
The series follows Vash the Stampede, an outlaw with a $60,000,000,000 bounty and a bad reputation. The only problem is that Vash isn't the crazy guy his reputation would suggest. Vash follows insurance agents Milly Thompson and Meryl Stryfe to the planet Gunsmoke, but the three find themselves in a difficult situation when a group of legendary assassins target them.
1999: One Piece
that one piece Anime started in the late 90s and has been going strong ever since. The story of Monkey D. Luffy's journey to become the Pirate King and find One Piece has resonated with millions of people over the years, and One Piece is now one of the biggest anime in the world. While the manga's success is a big reason, don't overlook the impact of Toei's long-running anime adaptation.
that one piece The animation has some moments where there are some mistakes, and pacing is definitely an issue. The series will be seasoned, and the end of the Egghead Arc marks the end of its original format. Recent episodes have already been some of the best the series has put out, but it looks like this new approach will allow the One Piece anime to remain strong for years to come.
one piece
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October 20, 1999
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Fuji TV
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Hiroaki Miyamoto, Konosuke Uda, Junji Shimizu, Satoshi Ito, Munehisa Sakai, Katsumi Tokoro, Yutaka Nakajima, Yoshihiro Ueda, Kenichi Takeshita, Yoko Ikeda, Ryota Nakamura, Hiroyuki Kakudo, Takahiro Imamura, Toshihiro Maeya, Yuji Endo, Nozomu Shishido, Hidehiko Kadota, Sumio Watanabe, Harume Kosaka, Yasuhiro Tanabe, Yukihiko Nakao, Keisuke Onishi, Junichi Fujise, Hiroyuki Sato
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Jin Tanaka, Akiko Inoue, Junki Takegami, Shinzo Fujita, Shoji Yonemura, Yoshiyuki Suga, Atsuhiro Tomioka, Hirohiko Uesaka, Michiru Shimada, Isao Murayama, Takuya Masumoto, Yoichi Takahashi, Momoka Toyoda.
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Mayumi Tanaka
Monkey D. Luffy (voice)
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Kazuya Nakai
Roronoa Zoro (voice)
