By: Ace Dispo, Web Editor
Tis the season to be jolly, so grab a drink, cozy up by a fireplace, and settle in with these winter anime, or listen to their merry music. Whether you like modern or classics, Christmas themed episodes and movies are found across the decades.
If you’re looking for an emotional anime to binge, give the classic “Toradora” a try. The story follows two high schoolers, Taiga and Ryuji, who agree to help each other confess to their crushes, only to realize their feelings may lie with each other. The Christmas theming plays a major role in the emotional turning point of the story, spanning across several episodes taking place during the school’s Christmas Festival. All in all, “Toradora” is the perfect show to cozy up and binge on a cold winter night.
“Toradora” not only uses Christmas as a plot point, but also features a song to add straight to your holiday playlist. On stage, Taiga and her romantic rival Ami perform the song “Holy Night,” a soft Christmas song with bells and bright lyrics. The scene is paired with a wholesome montage of Christmas celebrations across Japan. As a result, “Holy Night” makes for a perfect addition to any winter playlist.
But, for a quick, lighthearted Christmas watch, these standalone episodes have you covered.
“Komi Can’t Communicate” follows a high school girl with extreme social anxiety who dreams of making 100 friends. The series has a Christmas episode where a diverse cast of characters are thrown into a party full of chaotic games and scheming over Komi’s attention. The episode is humorous and energetic, perfect for those looking for a short lively Christmas watch.
From the legendary Kyoto Animation, “K-On!” is a comedic slice of life about high school friends in a music club. The series features a more wholesome Christmas episode with smaller shenanigans, which encapsulates the spirit of the season. The cute conflicts and friendship combined make “K-On!” a cozy watch for the holidays.
Looking for a movie to binge? Then turn to “Kaguya-Sama: Love is War – The First Kiss That Never Ends.” The series follows two elite student council members, Miyuki and Kaguya, as they hilariously and chaotically try to get the other to confess first. The movie revolves around the council’s Christmas party, making it a lighthearted movie full of over-the-top antics and festive humor.
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