From August 15 to 22, 2025, we conducted a “Summer 2025 Anime Popularity Poll” among overseas Buyee users.
Based on the results, here are the Top 3 anime that aired in Summer 2025, along with featured merchandise for each title.
Both Gachiakuta and The Summer Hikaru Died—highly anticipated even before broadcast—made the list. And Dandadan, whose Season 1 remains fresh in fans’ minds, also made the Top 3.
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Summer 2025 Anime Ranking
#1 Gachiakuta(ガチアクタ)
Synopsis
Born in a slum where descendants of criminals live, the orphan Rudo is falsely accused and cast down into the Nether. There, he awakens to a power that lets him animate objects and begins a battle-driven journey for revenge and the truth about the world.
#2 The Summer Hikaru Died (光が死んだ夏)
Synopsis
Set in a mountain village in Mie Prefecture, this coming-of-age horror follows Yoshiki, who senses something “off” about his best friend Hikaru after Hikaru’s disappearance and return. As strange incidents spread through the village, Yoshiki confronts the entity’s identity and the origin behind local legends.
#3 Dandadan (ダンダダン)
Synopsis
High-schooler Momo believes in aliens, while her classmate Okarun believes in ghosts. As they search the hotspots of their respective beliefs, both encounter the supernatural, unlock hidden powers and cursed abilities, and fight back together in an occult action & youth story.
Featured Merchandise from the Top 3 Titles
Featured Goods: Streetwear Collaboration
Street brand MEARI (メクリ) is rolling out collab pieces that fuse graffiti aesthetics with Gachiakuta’s gritty worldview—standout tees and apparel that look great on the street. International shipping available via Buyee.
Although the merch lineup for this title is still limited and many items are currently sold out, it’s a store to watch—second and even third waves of collaboration items are likely on the way.
Featured Goods: Limited-Run Anime Items on Pre-Order
Major anime shop Toranoana is taking pre-orders for official goods (as of Sept 5, 2025). Because the product lineup is still limited for this title, many items may be hard to get after the pre-order window—check early. Buyee supports overseas orders.
Featured Goods: Figures, Blu-ray & More
At Sofmap, you’ll find Blu-ray releases, acrylic stands, figures, and more—and the lineup keeps growing with the show’s rising popularity. All purchasable from overseas through Buyee.
Shop Official Anime Goods from Japan (Overseas Friendly)
With Buyee, international fans can buy official Japanese anime merchandise safely and easily—from collab apparel and figures to limited pre-orders.
Official shop list for anime & hobby (overseas-friendly):
https://media.buyee.jp/content/ja/bcsite-list-ja/#shopList_5_1
