We are saying goodbye to the winter anime season of 2024, which was filled with so many amazing stories. From Sung Jin-woo’s adventure to Mash’s battle for acceptance, there was something for everyone this season. However, the season didn’t just leave us with engaging stories, but it also left us with some banger openings. The power of a good anime opening cannot be overstated, as it helps supercharge fans before the start of a story. With all that said, here are some of the best anime openings of winter 2024.
One Piece, Uuuuus! by Hiroshi Kitadani
Hiroshi Kitadani’s hit song embodied the same energy fans have come to expect from this hit series. The animation blended perfectly with Hiroshi Kitadani’s lyrics, making it one of the biggest openings of winter 2024. The opening perfectly represents what One Piece is about – a fun adventure with intense action.
Sengoku Youko, “HIBANA” by MindaRyn
Although Sengoku Youko isn’t one of the season’s most popular anime, MindaRyn’s Hibana is a beautiful song that pairs nicely with the visuals. The clever transitions and immaculate animation helped bring Mindaryn’s song to life. The vibrant color design and animation fit the mood of the opening at every point.
Sasaki and Peeps, Fly by MadKid
Although Sasaki and Peeps generally flew under the radar this season, the opening certainly was one to remember. Popular band MadKid lent their voice to the unique series, and the fantastic visuals highlighted their relationship.
Frieren Beyond Journey’s End, Haru by Yorushika
Yorushika’s lyrics helped spark emotions with the stunning visuals in the opening. The opening was the perfect combination of calm and beautiful words you could use to describe the protagonist, too.
Solo Leveling, “LEvel” by Sawano Hiroyuki and TOMORROW X TOGETHER
Many consider Solo Leveling the anime of the season, so it should come as no surprise that the opening is that good. Famous composer Sawano Hiroyuki teamed up with the iconic boy band Tomorrow x Together to produce this masterpiece. The amazing song pairs nicely with the amazing visuals, getting fans hyped for each episode. Like the name “LEVEL,” the opening was a message to get up and do it. The amazing transitions and visuals help capture the series’ unpredictability.
Dangers in My Heart, Boku wa…” by Atarayo
The Dangers in My Heart season 2 was a massive success compared to its season one. The stunning visuals paired with Atarayo’s amazing song helped highlight Anna and Ichikawa’s evolving relationship. The opening was well received by fans, leading to many debates about it compared to season one.
Mashle, Bling-Bang-Bang-Born by Creepy Nuts
Bling-Bang-Bang-Born was by far the most popular anime opening of the winter season. In less than a week, the opening had hit 10 million views. The song and the visuals won fans over, with numerous fans heading to TikTok to replicate the fantastic choreography and even start their own challenge. Creepy Nuts’ hit song peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Global 200 for several weeks. It attained first place on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 for nine weeks.
