Tokyo’s television landscape between June 16 and June 22, 2025, saw enduring classics continue to dominate viewership, alongside newer entries making their mark. The weekly rankings, based on Video Research data from the Kanto region, offer a snapshot of the animated programs resonating most strongly with Japanese audiences. These ratings reflect the percentage of the population watching a given program and do not include recordings viewed later.
Top-Ranked Animated Programs
Leading the charge once again was the timeless animated series Sazae-san, which aired on Fuji TV on Sunday, June 22, at 6:30 p.m., securing a formidable 6.4% average household rating. This consistent performance underscores its deeply ingrained cultural significance and family appeal.
Following Sazae-san, Detective Conan on NTV maintained a strong presence, earning a 4.8% rating for its Saturday, June 21, 6:00 p.m. broadcast. The popular mystery series continues to engage viewers with its intricate plots and deductive reasoning.
Another long-standing favorite, Chibi Maruko-chan, broadcast on Fuji TV on Sunday, June 22, at 6:00 p.m., secured a 4.4% rating. Its heartwarming portrayal of everyday life continues to resonate with audiences across generations.
Noteworthy Performances and Emerging Trends
Beyond the top three, several other animated and variety programs garnered significant viewership, highlighting the diverse tastes of Japanese television audiences.
The combined broadcast of the variety show Ueda to Onna ga DEEP ni Hoeru Yoru and Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX on NTV on Tuesday, June 17, at 11:59 p.m. achieved a 3.2% rating. This pairing of varied genres demonstrates an appeal to a broad demographic.
Yaiba: Samurai Legend on NTV, airing Saturday, June 21, at 5:30 p.m., recorded a 2.9% rating. The historical samurai narrative continues to attract viewers with its blend of action and cultural exploration.
The magical girl series You and Idol Precure♪ on TV Asahi, broadcast on Sunday, June 22, at 8:30 a.m., secured a 2.7% rating. Notably, the finale of The Dinner Table Detective on Fuji TV, airing Friday, June 20, at 11:30 p.m., also achieved a 2.7% rating.
Perennial children’s favorites, Doraemon (TV Asahi, Saturday, June 21, 5:00 p.m.) and Crayon Shin-chan (TV Asahi, Saturday, June 21, 4:30 p.m.), each garnered a 2.5% rating, affirming their iconic status among younger viewers.
Rounding out the top animated programs for the week were Your Forma on TV Asahi, airing Wednesday, June 18, at 11:45 p.m., with a 2.4% rating, and One Piece on Fuji TV, broadcast on Sunday, June 22, at 11:15 p.m., also with a 2.4% rating. One Piece, a global phenomenon, continues to draw fans with its adventurous spirit. Oshiri Tantei on NHK-E, airing Thursday, June 19, at 7:00 p.m., secured a 1.5% rating.
It is worth noting that a new live-action weekday morning series, Anpan, inspired by the life of Anpanman manga creator Takashi Yanase, also saw significant viewership during this period. An episode aired on Friday, June 20, at 8:00 a.m., earning a 16.8% rating, with another episode on Tuesday, June 17, at 12:45 p.m., achieving an 11.9% rating. While not an animated program, its high ratings provide broader context to the week’s television viewership.
