More Fun to Watch in Your Free Time, Here are 5 Recommendations for Anime Movies in 2023 You Shouldn't Miss!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Nurulia Januaristy Putri

For anime fans, the arrival of anime movies is a highly anticipated moment. Whether it's an anime movie that tells an original story or a movie version of an existing anime series, it has its own appeal. Moreover, in 2023, there are many interesting anime movies that invite fans to immerse themselves in their exciting adventures.

A variety of stories ranging from exciting battle action to fantasy world exploration are here to accompany anime lovers. Get ready to be swept away in the captivating adventure of the unique characters in the anime world.

Let's check out the complete list of anime movies airing in 2023 below!

1. ‘DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA – TO THE SWORDSMITH VILLAGE’

DEMON SLAYER tells the story of Tanjiro Kamado who lost his family to demons. Tanjiro joins the Demon Slayer Corps to restore his sister, Nezuko, back to being human after she became a demon.

The film will feature episodes 10 and 11 from the Entertainment District Arc. In addition, there will be an intense battle between Tanjiro, Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, and their comrades against Upper Six, Daki, and Gyutaro.

2. ‘BLUE GIANT’

Dai Miyamoto is a high school student in Sendai who starts playing the tenor saxophone because of his interest in jazz music. After graduating and moving to Tokyo, Dai settles in Tamada Shunji's flat. Dai, who is focused on playing jazz, meets Yukinori Sawabe, a talented pianist.

Together with the skilled Yukinori and the amateur Tamada, they form a band called JASS. This trio with interesting differences aims to perform at So Blue and change the jazz scene in Japan.

3. ‘DORAEMON: NOBITA'S SKY UTOPIA’

Nobita discovers a mysterious crescent-shaped island in the sky. Finding the utopia he has been searching for, Nobita and his friends, along with Doraemon, set out to find the island using the Time Zeppelin.

After searching in various times and places, they finally arrive at the island named Paradapia, which is like a dream paradise where everyone can be perfect. There, they meet Sonya, a perfect cat robot, and Doraemon becomes good friends with her. However, little do they know that there is a big secret hidden in this place.

4. ‘BLACK CLOVER: SWORD OF THE WIZARD KING’

Asta, who dreams of becoming the wizard king, faces the greatest wizard king of all time. In a world where magic is everything, Asta is born as a boy who cannot use magic. To prove his strength and overcome his difficulties, Asta aspires to become the wizard king with his rival, Yuno.

On his journey, Asta must fight against the most feared Conrad and three other wizard kings. Asta's ultimate goal is to destroy the Crowper Kingdom. Can Asta fight against these emperors in a fierce battle between the Magic Knights and claim the throne of the wizard king?

5. ‘PRETTY GUARDIAN SAILOR MOON COSMOS THE MOVIE’

The latest film from the SAILOR MOON anime is divided into two parts. The first part premiered on June 9, 2023, and the second part will premiere on June 30, 2023. After successfully defeating the Dead Moon Circus, Usagi and her friends live peacefully as normal high school girls.

Usagi's boyfriend, Mamoru Chiba, decides to study in America. Before they part, Mamoru gives Usagi an engagement ring. However, Mamoru disappears right in front of Usagi, causing her to bury her memories deep because she cannot accept the reality.

Shadow Galactica, led by Sailor Galaxia and the Sailor Star Lights, suddenly appears before the Sailor Guardians. Without knowing whether the Sailor Star Lights are friends or foes, the Sailor Soldiers are eliminated by Sailor Galaxia, who takes their Sailor Crystals. On the brink of despair, Usagi challenges Sailor Galaxia to a fight.

Those are the five latest anime movie recommendations that can be enjoyed in your free time. What anime are you KLovers eagerly waiting for?

(kpl/njp)