Winter 2026 features a variety of genres anime to enjoy. If you're looking for a lighthearted watch to warm you up, here's a list of comedy anime that should be on your viewing radar, ranging from tales of school misadventures to unusual work lives.
4. High School! Kimengumi
High School! Kimengumi (High School! Kimengumi) comes as a refresher for fans of classic comedies. This anime is reboot from the manga series gag comedy A legendary story centered on five eccentric students nicknamed Kimengumi.
The story highlights their hilarious attempts at befriending the cutest girl in school and her best friend. A notable difference from the original version lies in the time setting used.
If the first manga and anime versions were set in the 1980s, this latest adaptation moves their story to the modern Reiwa era with a new lineup of voice actors. It's an interesting watch to see how the humor slapstick old school adapts to today's sensibilities.
3. The Demon King's Daughter is too Kind!!!
The Demon King's Daughter is too Kind! (Maou no Musume wa Yasashisugiru!!) offers a heartwarming premise in the midst of a cruel demon world. The main character, Dou, has infinite kindness despite being born a demon.
This trait can even melt the hearts of various creatures, ranging from ferocious monsters, human slaves, to angels who should be mortal enemies. This situation makes the Demon King busy taking care of his daughter instead of leading the attack.
On the other hand, the Demon King's assistant Jahi tries to train Dou through various trials to become a worthy demon. However, the tests only deepen Dou's goodness and create small changes in their harsh world.
2. ‘Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess Season 2
‘Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess Season 2 (Hime-sama “Goumon” no Jikan desu 2nd Season) continues the unique story amidst the war between the Imperial Army and Hellhorde. The Princess and her talking sword, Ex, are still prisoners of war.
However, their fate is far from miserable as the “torture” they receive is anything but painful. Grand Inquisitor Tortura and his team return to brutal interrogations in the form of temptations of fluffy toast, hot ramen, cute animals, and recreational activities.
The big question remains: can the Princess keep the royal secret? Most likely not, as she will again succumb to those delicious and fun temptations.
1. The Daily Life of a Part-Time Torturer
The Daily Life of a Part-Time Torturer (Goumon Baito-kun no Nichijou) tops the list with its genre of dark workplace comedy. The anime is set in a world where murder and torture are legal, giving rise to many contract torture companies.
The story focuses on Cero and Shiu who work part-time at the company “Spirytus”. This company is known to treat its employees very well and only targets bad people.
Together with two new employees, Mikke and Hugh, the four of them enjoy this unusual work life. This anime presents a satirical comedy about a healthy work culture, but done in a horrible profession.
