Tokyo, Japan – The latest television ratings for Japanese animated programs for the week of October 20-26 reveal familiar favorites continuing to draw significant viewership in the Kanto region. Detective Conan once again secured the top spot, demonstrating its enduring popularity among Japanese audiences.
The ranking, based on average household ratings and provided by Video Research, highlights strong performances across various time slots and networks. While established series dominated the top positions, newer titles like My Hero Academia Final Season and Tougen Anki also garnered notable viewership.
Top Japanese Anime TV Programs (October 20-26)
The following table details the top-performing Japanese animated television programs for the specified week, including their broadcast information and average household ratings in the Kanto region:
| Title | Station | Date | Time | Length | Average Household Rating |
| :————————– | :——– | :———— | :——- | :—— | :———————– |
| Detective Conan | NTV | October 25 (Sat) | 18:00 | 30 min. | 6.0% |
| Chibi Maruko-chan | Fuji TV | October 26 (Sun) | 18:00 | 30 min. | 5.7% |
| Doraemon | TV Asahi | October 25 (Sat) | 17:00 | 30 min. | 3.4% |
| My Hero Academia final season | NTV | October 25 (Sat) | 17:30 | 30 min. | 3.3% |
| One Piece | Fuji TV | October 26 (Sun) | 23:15 | 30 min. | 3.1% |
| Crayon Shin-chan | TV Asahi | October 25 (Sat) | 16:30 | 30 min. | 2.9% |
| You and Idol Precure♪ | TV Asahi | October 26 (Sun) | 08:30 | 30 min. | 2.8% |
| Tougen Anki | NTV | October 24 (Fri) | 23:35 | 30 min. | 2.2% |
| Oshiri Tantei | NHK-E | October 25 (Sat) | 09:00 | 20 min. | 1.8% |
| Animated O-saru no George (Curious George) | NHK-E | October 25 (Sat) | 08:35 | 25 min. | 1.7% |
Source: Video Research (Kanto region). These ratings are estimates of the percentage of the population watching a given program and do not include recorded viewings.
Veteran Detectives and Childhood Friends Maintain Stronghold
Detective Conan led the rankings with a 6.0% average household rating for its Saturday, October 25 broadcast on NTV. This consistent performance underscores the long-running mystery series’ unwavering appeal. Following closely was Chibi Maruko-chan on Fuji TV, achieving a 5.7% rating for its Sunday, October 26 episode. The beloved slice-of-life anime continues to be a weekend staple for many families.
Shonen Action Continues to Captivate
The highly anticipated My Hero Academia final season on NTV secured a strong 3.3% rating for its Saturday, October 25 broadcast. The series, which is nearing its conclusion, continues to engage a dedicated fanbase as the final battle unfolds. Another shonen giant, One Piece, airing late on Sunday, October 26, on Fuji TV, pulled in a 3.1% rating.
Newer entry Tougen Anki, broadcast on NTV on Friday, October 24, at 11:35 p.m., earned a 2.2% rating. This demonstrates its ability to capture a late-night audience amidst established programming.
Special Broadcasts and Early Morning Favorites
Makoto Shinkai’s acclaimed anime film, 5 Centimeters Per Second, also had a television airing on Fuji TV on Friday, October 24, at 12:45 a.m., achieving a 1.2% rating. While not a regular series, its broadcast shows the continued interest in popular anime films on linear television. Early morning programming saw Oshiri Tantei and Animated O-saru no George (Curious George) on NHK-E drawing 1.8% and 1.7% respectively on Saturday, October 25.
These weekly rankings offer a snapshot of broadcast television viewership in Japan’s Kanto region, providing insights into which animated programs are currently resonating most with audiences.
