Weekly Anime Release Schedule (August 8–14, 2026): Bleach, One Piece, Grand Blue, Clevatess & More

Full weekly anime release schedule for August 8–14, 2026. Get release times for Bleach, One Piece, Mushoku Tensei Season 3, Grand Blue Dreaming, Ghost in the Sh...

The second week of August is packed with blockbuster action, supernatural mysteries, and fan-favorite comedies across the Summer 2026 lineup.

With 102 total release slots across seven active broadcast days, Saturday, August 8 stands out as the single busiest day of the week, followed closely by stacked Sunday and Monday slates. Whether you are following long-running shonen epics, deep fantasy sequels, or slow-burn romances, every day of the week brings fresh episodes.

To make navigating the season effortless, here is OtakuNaija's complete weekly anime release guide for Saturday, August 8 through Friday, August 14, 2026.

Quick Picks for the Week

If you are short on time, these are the top releases to prioritize this week:

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity — Episode 3
One Piece — Episode 1173
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3 — Episode 7
Grand Blue Dreaming Season 3 — Episode 6
Black Torch — Episode 6
The Ghost in the Shell — Episode 6
Clevatess Season 2 — Episode 6
Saga of Tanya the Evil II — Episode 6
Victoria of Many Faces — Episode 6
Link Click Season 3 — Premieres
Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4: The Recapture Arc — Premieres

Weekly Schedule Overview

Day	Major Highlights
Saturday, August 8	Bleach: TYBW, Black Torch, Ascendance of a Bookworm, Daemons of the Shadow Realm, Grow Up Show, The Ogre's Bride, Rich Girl Caretaker, The Ribbon Hero (Netflix Film), Great Tang Demon Detective (Film), Dandadan S1 Marathon, Kaiju No. 8 S2 Marathon, Punishment Prisoners Marathon, Hell Teacher Nūbē Marathon
Sunday, August 9	One Piece, Mushoku Tensei S3, The 100 Girlfriends S3, Sparks of Tomorrow, Goodbye Lara, Iron Wok Jan!, The World's Strongest Rearguard, Kaiju No. 8 Marathon
Monday, August 10	Grand Blue Dreaming S3, Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky, The World Is Dancing, Oh Boy Was I Wrong About Her, Liar Game, A Livid Lady's Guide, Baki-Dō, Kaoru Hana Marathon, The 100 Girlfriends S2 Blu-ray
Tuesday, August 11	The Ghost in the Shell, Victoria of Many Faces, The Oblivious Saint Can't Contain Her Power, Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games, Dragon Maid Blu-ray, Dragon Ball DAIMA Blu-ray, Rent-A-Girlfriend S4 Blu-ray, Night on the Galactic Railroad, May I Ask You One Last Thing? Marathon
Wednesday, August 12	Clevatess S2, Saga of Tanya the Evil II, Hana-Kimi S2, Tomb Raider King, Re:ZERO S4 Part 2 (Premiere), Banana Fish (English Dub), SAO Alternative GGO II Marathon
Thursday, August 13	Mebius Dust, Chainsmoker Cat, Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You, BanG Dream! YUME∞MITA, The Exiled Heavy Knight, Danganronpa 3, Summer Wars, 13 Cards S2, Hell Teacher Nūbē Marathon (Eps 1-13)
Friday, August 14	The Elusive Samurai Season 2, Link Click S3 (Premiere), Kaiju Girl Caramelise, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (Theatrical), Patlabor EZY File 2, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Hell Teacher Nūbē Marathon (Eps 14-26), Weekly Catch-Up Day

Saturday — August 8, 2026

Saturday is the busiest day of the week, anchored by explosive shonen battles, high-fantasy returns, and several special broadcasts.

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity — Episode 3

Time: 3:00 PM WAT Following the massive fallout of the initial clashes, Episode 3 pushes the final battle between the Soul Reapers and Quincy forces into high gear. With Pierrot Films delivering top-tier cinematic visual effects, this is a must-watch release for the week.

Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke — Episode 17

Time: 9:30 AM WAT (raw), 10:30 AM WAT (sub) Myne's journey as Rozemyne continues as the story moves deeper into noble society, libraries, and political responsibility.

Recommendation from Mr. Iwamoto — Episode 6

Time: 2:30 PM WAT (raw), 3:00 PM WAT (sub) This supernatural mystery stays quietly compelling as Kodo Iwamoto keeps drawing the strange and gifted into his orbit.

Black Torch — Episode 6

Time: 2:00 PM WAT (raw/sub) Jiro and Rago's tactical synchronization faces its toughest test yet as covert rogue ninja squads step up their pursuit.

The Cat and the Dragon — Episode 7

Time: 1:30 PM WAT (raw), 2:30 PM WAT (sub) The dragon raised by a mother cat keeps softening his view of the world as his forest life expands into human territory.

Daemons of the Shadow Realm — Episode 18

Time: 3:30 PM WAT (raw), 5:00 PM WAT (sub) Yuru and Asa's search for answers deepens as new supernatural factions enter the fray.

Mao — Episode 19

Time: 3:45 PM WAT (raw), 4:45 PM WAT (sub) Rumiko Takahashi's long-running supernatural tale keeps moving with another weekly episode.

Grow Up Show: Sunflower Circus — Episode 6

Time: 4:00 PM WAT (raw), 5:00 PM WAT (sub) The circus drama ramps up performance tensions as the troupe prepares for a pivotal show.

The Ogre's Bride — Episode 6

Time: 4:30 PM WAT (raw), 6:00 PM WAT (sub) The yokai romance continues on Crunchyroll with another emotional fantasy episode exploring the evolving emotional connection between the lead characters.

Rich Girl Caretaker: I'm Secretly the Caregiver of the Most Popular Girl in This Rich Kid School — Episode 6

Time: 6:38 PM WAT (raw), 7:10 PM WAT (sub) Itsuki and Hinako's relationship keeps quietly growing through everyday school-life tension and romance.

Shou 3 Ashibe QQ Goma-chan — Episode 18

Time: 11:00 PM WAT (raw only) This comedy short continues its light, playful weekly run.

Saturday Special Events & Additions

The Ribbon Hero (Anime Film)

Time: Streaming worldwide on Netflix Netflix original animated film, available globally starting August 8.

Great Tang Demon Detective (Anime Film)

Time: In theaters Animated film release.

Dandadan Season 1 — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Starts at 6:00 PM (JST) on Niconico All episodes of Season 1 available for free streaming.

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Starts at 6:00 PM (JST) on Niconico Free marathon broadcast of all available episodes.

Yūsha-kei ni Shosu (Punishment Prisoners) — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Starts at 6:00 PM (JST) on Niconico All 12 episodes available for free streaming.

Hell Teacher Nūbē — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Starts at 6:00 PM (JST) on Niconico Free marathon broadcast of the classic series.

Sunday — August 9, 2026

Sunday delivers massive world-building, high-stakes fantasy, and fan-favorite ongoing epics.

Iron Wok Jan! — Episode 6

Time: 9:30 AM WAT (raw), 10:00 AM WAT (sub) The cooking battle anime keeps serving up rivalries and culinary chaos.

The World's Strongest Rearguard — Episode 6

Time: 2:00 PM WAT (raw/sub) Arihito's party continues its fantasy adventure with another support-class strategy episode, deploying tactical support-class strategies against formidable dungeon threats.

Sparks of Tomorrow — Episode 6

Time: 3:00 PM WAT Kyoto Animation's alternate-history drama reaches a new emotional peak as societal resistance to technological innovation intensifies.

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 3 — Episode 6

Time: 2:30 PM WAT (raw), 3:00 PM WAT (sub) The chaos only gets louder as Rentarou's ever-expanding romance family tackles a brand-new, hilariously absurd challenge.

One Piece — Episode 1173

Time: 3:15 PM WAT (raw), 5:00 PM WAT (sub) The Elbaf Arc marches forward as the Straw Hat Pirates uncover ancient giant-scale secrets, deep Void Century lore, and shifting power dynamics across the island.

Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3 — Episode 7

Time: 4:00 PM WAT (raw/sub) Rudeus balances complex familial duties, political maneuvering, and magical research as the floating fortress storyline advances.

Goodbye, Lara — Episode 6

Time: 4:30 PM WAT (raw/sub) Lara's mermaid-to-human reincarnation story continues with another emotionally charged Sunday chapter.

You and I Are Polar Opposites — Season 2 Episode 6

Time: 9:30 AM WAT (1:30 AM PDT) on Crunchyroll The energetic and outgoing Suzuki and the quiet, introverted Tani continue navigating the awkward, heartwarming hurdles of their relationship. This week's episode brings fresh romantic comedy dynamics as the contrast between their personalities causes a new misunderstanding..

Though I Am an Inept Villainess — New Episode

Time: Check local listings (Crunchyroll / Disney+ / Hulu) Reincarnated into her favorite fantasy game, our protagonist continues to struggle with her role as the "villainess." In this episode, her attempts to avoid her doomed fate lead to unexpected encounters with the game's main love interests, further derailing the original plot..

Sunday Special Events & Additions

Kaiju No. 8 Special Episode "Hoshina's Holiday" + Season 2 — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Starts at 6:00 PM (JST) on Niconico Includes the special episode followed by a marathon of all 11 episodes of Season 2.

Monday — August 10, 2026

Monday brings one of the most interesting mixes of outrageous comedy, psychological mind games, and heartfelt romance in the week.

Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky — Episode 6

Time: 1:00 PM WAT (raw), 1:30 PM WAT (sub) Kakeru and Koharu's quiet, reflective romance continues to bloom under the summer night sky.

The World Is Dancing — Episode 7

Time: 2:00 PM WAT (raw), 2:30 PM WAT (sub) Set in 14th-century Japan, the series keeps following Oniyasha's path toward becoming Zeami, the legendary founder of Noh theatre.

A Livid Lady's Guide to Getting Even — Episode 6

Time: 2:30 PM WAT (raw), 3:00 PM WAT (sub) Elizabeth's calculated revenge plan systematically dismantles corrupt noble factions through political and economic pressure.

Oh Boy, Was I Wrong About Her — Episode 6

Time: 3:30 PM WAT (raw), 4:00 PM WAT (sub) Hayato and Haruki's childhood-friends-to-romance story keeps moving with another soft Monday episode.

Liar Game — Episode 19

Time: 4:00 PM WAT (raw), 5:00 PM WAT (sub) The psychological tension surges as players maneuver through a high-stakes, deceit-filled strategy round.

Grand Blue Dreaming Season 3 — Episode 6

Time: 4:00 PM WAT (raw), 4:30 PM WAT (sub) Iori and the Diving Club continue their overseas Palau chaos, with the comedy getting just as outrageous as ever, bringing non-stop physical comedy and unexpected diving action.

The Insipid Prince's Furtive Grab for The Throne — Episode 6

Time: 5:57 PM WAT (raw), 7:00 PM WAT (sub) The prince's quiet political maneuvering continues to mix action, fantasy, comedy, and romance.

Monday Special Events & Additions

Baki-Dō (Baki Season 4)

Time: Broadcast on Hokkaido Television Following its complete 13-episode worldwide drop on Netflix earlier in February, the brutal Musashi Arc is now making its weekly run on Japanese television. Japan’s greatest swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi, has been revived into the modern world, and he is eager to test his legendary blade against the modern underground fighters.

Mushoku Tensei Season 3 — Episode 7

Time: 12:00 AM (JST) Airs at midnight JST on this date (which may be considered Sunday night in some regions).

The 100 Girlfriends Who Really... Love You (Season 2) — Blu-ray Release

Time: Available for purchase Official Blu-ray release of Season 2.

Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku (The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity) — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Niconico All 13 episodes available for free streaming.

Tuesday — August 11, 2026

Tuesday centers on sleek cyberpunk action, court intrigue, and specialized drama.

Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games — Episode 5

Time: 12:30 PM WAT Prestigious boarding school students clash in brutal, frame-perfect fighting game tournament matches.

The Oblivious Saint Can't Contain Her Power — Episode 7

Time: 2:00 PM WAT (raw), 2:30 PM WAT (sub) Carolina's court-intrigue fantasy keeps its weekly rhythm going on Crunchyroll as her overwhelming magical capabilities cause diplomatic waves across the royal court.

The Ghost in the Shell — Episode 6

Time: 3:00 PM WAT Science SARU's stylish cyber-noir reboot investigates complex cyberbrain alterations and high-concept techno-thriller mysteries.

Victoria of Many Faces — Episode 6

Time: 4:00 PM WAT (raw/sub) Chloe's new life as Victoria continues to pull her back into a world of spies, nobles, and secrets.

Tuesday Special Events & Additions

Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved — Blu-ray Release

Time: Available for purchase Official Blu-ray release of the Dragon Maid film.

Dragon Ball DAIMA (Complete Season) — Blu-ray Release

Time: Available for purchase Complete Season Blu-ray set now available.

Rent-A-Girlfriend (Season 4) — Blu-ray Release

Time: Available for purchase Official Blu-ray release of Season 4.

Night on the Galactic Railroad (Anime Film) — Re-broadcast

Time: 9:00 AM on NHK E-TV Special re-broadcast of the classic anime film.

Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai shite mo Yoroshii Deshou ka (May I Ask You One Last Thing?) — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Niconico All 13 episodes available for free streaming.

Wednesday — August 12, 2026

Wednesday brings a strong set of fantasy and action returns, featuring dark fantasy battles and relentless tactical warfare.

Clevatess Season 2 — Episode 6

Time: 1:00 PM WAT (raw/sub) Clevatess, Alicia, and their companions move into a new land while the mystery around the Hero legend keeps expanding, uncovering dark truths.

Saga of Tanya the Evil II — Episode 6

Time: 1:30 PM WAT (raw), 2:30 PM WAT (sub) Tanya von Degurechaff executes high-altitude aerial maneuvers on the battlefront in another intense tactical installment.

Hana-Kimi Season 2 — Episode 8

Time: 4:30 PM WAT (raw), 5:00 PM WAT (sub) Mizuki's disguised academy life faces fresh obstacles and classic rom-com confusion.

Tomb Raider King — Episode 6

Time: 5:15 PM WAT (raw), 6:00 PM WAT (sub) Seo Joo-Heon utilizes future knowledge and cunning tactics to seize high-grade ancient relics from rival organizations.

Wednesday Special Events & Additions

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4: The Recapture Arc — Premieres

Time: Check local listings (Crunchyroll) Following the deadly battle at Watergate City, Subaru and his allies embark on a perilous journey to the uncharted Auguria Dunes. Seeking the all-knowing "wise man" Shaula at the Pleiades Watchtower, the group must face unknown mabeasts and unimaginable dangers to restore Rem and Crusch.

Banana Fish (English Dub) — Added to Netflix

Time: Streaming on Netflix The English dub version of the classic series is now available.

Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II — Free Marathon Broadcast

Time: Niconico All 12 episodes available for free streaming.

Thursday — August 13, 2026

Thursday provides atmospheric sci-fi mysteries and quiet slice-of-life comedy.

Mebius Dust — Episode 6

Time: 3:30 PM WAT (raw), 4:00 PM WAT (sub) The mysterious substance at the center of the city keeps unraveling everyday life in this original sci-fi series, as investigative teams uncover shocking secrets behind the phenomenon.

Chainsmoker Cat — Episode 7

Time: 4:30 PM WAT (raw), 5:00 PM WAT (sub) Yani's smoking addiction and chaotic daily life continue to make this one of the most oddly specific comedies in the lineup, delivering uniquely hilarious comedy shorts.

Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You — Episode 6

Time: 3:56 PM WAT (raw), 7:00 PM WAT (sub) Sasaki, Yamada, and Tayama's unusual after-work triangle keeps its slow-burn romance moving forward with quiet, heartwarming moments in this acclaimed slow-burn romance.

Thursday Special Events & Additions

BanG Dream! YUME∞MITA — Episode 9

Time: 3:00 PM WAT (7:00 AM PDT) on Crunchyroll The virtual girl band Mugendai Mewtype takes the spotlight. As the group faces the pressure of the music industry and social media expectations, hidden feelings and creative differences begin to surface in this emotional new chapter.

The Exiled Heavy Knight Knows How to Game the System — Episode 7

Time: 5:00 PM WAT (9:00 AM PDT) on Crunchyroll Elimas—a reincarnator trapped in a fantasy game world—continues to weaponize his meta-knowledge. Disowned by his noble family for pulling the supposedly "useless" Heavy Knight class, he uses broken game mechanics to out-level his enemies and survive deadly dungeon traps.

Danganronpa 3 -The End of Hope's Peak High School-

Time: Streaming Includes both "Future Arc" and "Despair Arc" episodes.

Summer Wars — Released

Time: Streaming The acclaimed anime film is now available.

13 Cards Season 2 — Premiere

Time: On Okko streaming platform The highly anticipated Russian animated web series returns. Originally planned to end with Season 1, the massive fan support brings the clones back for a brand-new season filled with more surreal humor, intense faction clashes, and unpredictable chaos.

Hell Teacher Nūbē — Free Marathon Broadcast (Episodes 1-13)

Time: Niconico First half of the classic series available for free streaming.

Friday — August 14, 2026

Friday caps off the week with top-tier historical action alongside a dedicated seasonal catch-up window.

The Elusive Samurai Season 2 — Episode 5

Time: 3:30 PM WAT Hojo Tokiyuki showcases extraordinary evasion tactics and agile warfare maneuvers in high-octane, beautifully stylized sequences.

Friday Special Events & Additions

Link Click Season 3 (Part One) — Premieres

Time: Check local listings (Crunchyroll / Bilibili) Xiaoshi and Lu Guang return as the mind-bending time-travel donghua kicks off its third season. Following the devastating cliffhangers of Season 2, the duo is dragged into a brand new web of conspiracies, supernatural photography, and deadly consequences that threaten to rewrite their reality entirely.

Kaiju Girl Caramelise — Episode 7

Time: 1:28 AM (JST) New episode airs at the late-night timeslot.

PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie — Theatrical Release

Time: In theaters The animated film releases in theaters.

Mobile Police Patlabor EZY File 2 — Released

Time: Available The latest installment in the Patlabor franchise.

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind — Broadcast

Time: On NTV's "Friday Road Show" The classic Studio Ghibli film airs on television.

Hell Teacher Nūbē — Free Marathon Broadcast (Episodes 14-26)

Time: Niconico Second half of the classic series available for free streaming.

Weekly Catch-Up Day

Use Friday to finish any missed episodes from Bleach, One Piece, Mushoku Tensei, or Grand Blue Dreaming before the next weekend release wave begins. If a late addition appears before publication, it is worth adding here.

Biggest Anime to Watch This Week

If you only have time for a few titles, make these your priorities:

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity
One Piece
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3
Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4: The Recapture Arc
Grand Blue Dreaming Season 3
The Ghost in the Shell
Black Torch
Clevatess Season 2
Saga of Tanya the Evil II
Link Click Season 3
Victoria of Many Faces

These are the releases most likely to dominate anime conversations across the week.

Why This Week Matters

This is one of those weeks that shows how broad anime has become.

You have:

long-running shonen giants,
blockbuster sequels like Bleach and Re:ZERO,
fantasy epics,
romance series,
cyberpunk-adjacent drama,
comedy,
classic film re-broadcasts,
Netflix original films,
and Niconico marathon events all happening in the same window.

That mix is exactly why the summer season stays exciting. There is always something new to watch, something old to keep up with, and something unexpected that can become a fan favorite.

Final Thoughts

The second week of August brings a huge mix of anime releases across every major streaming platform.

Whether you are following Bleach, One Piece, Mushoku Tensei, Re:ZERO, Grand Blue Dreaming Season 3, Clevatess Season 2, Saga of Tanya the Evil II, Black Torch, Link Click, or any of the romance and fantasy titles on the schedule, there is plenty to keep you busy all week long.

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