Anime Ratings Revealed: 'Sazae-san' Dominates as 'My Hero Academia' and 'The Boy and The Beast' Draw Massive Audiences

Japan’s television landscape continues to be dominated by a powerful blend of classic staples and high-octane modern hits, according to the latest Animation TV Rankings spanning November 10-16. The data reveals the unshakeable dominance of long-running family favorites, while highly anticipated shonen entries and cinematic broadcasts underscore the diverse viewing habits of the nation.

Unwavering Strength of Family Classics

Unsurprisingly, the venerable family comedy Sazae-san remains the undisputed champion, claiming the top spot with a robust 7.6% household rating during its traditional Sunday evening slot on Fuji TV. Following closely, another Fuji TV perennial, Chibi Maruko-chan, secured a strong 5.7%. Demonstrating its timeless appeal, the iconic detective franchise Detective Conan on NTV matched Chibi Maruko-chan's impressive 5.7% rating, confirming its status as a consistently high performer in the mystery genre.

Shonen Hits and Established Franchises

The rankings also highlight the ongoing enthusiasm for serialized action. My Hero Academia (Boku no Hero Academia) is maintaining its momentum, with the final season drawing a significant 3.3% household rating during its Saturday evening broadcast on NTV. Meanwhile, the globally renowned adventure saga One Piece garnered 2.8% during its late Sunday airing on Fuji TV.

Further down the list, other established titles proved their lasting resonance: Doraemon claimed 2.7%, and the magical girl phenom You and Idol Precure♪ secured 2.4%. The highly anticipated third season of Spy×Family also entered the charts, pulling in a respectable 2.2% late Saturday night on TV Tokyo.

Success of New Content and Cinematic Broadcasts

A notable success story this week is the original dance-focused anime, Wandance. This fresh title achieved a solid 2.4% on TV Asahi Wednesday night, signaling a growing appetite among viewers for new, non-franchise animated content. Furthermore, the rankings were significantly bolstered by a special cinematic presentation: Mamoru Hosoda’s critically acclaimed anime film, The Boy and The Beast, which aired on NTV on November 14, captivated a massive audience, achieving an impressive 6.1% rating. This outstanding performance reiterates the powerful cross-platform impact of high-quality anime features within the regular television schedule.

Overall, the November 10-16 data paints a clear picture: Japan’s anime programming thrives on a mix of multi-generational favorites and potent, trending franchises, ensuring a vibrant and competitive broadcast environment.