The global anime community has spoken—and they’ve done so in unprecedented numbers. The 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards has shattered all previous voting records with an astounding 51 million votes cast worldwide, representing a nearly 50% increase from last year’s 34 million. As the anticipation builds for what promises to be the biggest celebration of anime yet, Crunchyroll has unveiled an impressive lineup of musical performances and celebrity presenters that will take the event to new heights.
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Star-Studded Musical Performances Set to Electrify Tokyo
This year’s ceremony will feature performances by some of Japan’s most influential musical artists, each with deep connections to the anime world:
Creepy Nuts: From Viral Hits to Global Recognition
The 2025 Anime Award-nominated hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts has taken the anime world by storm with their infectious opening themes. Their tracks “Otonoke” from Dan Da Dan and “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” from Mashle: Magic and Muscles have become viral sensations, cementing their place in anime music history. Their energetic performance is sure to be a highlight of the evening.
FLOW: Celebrating 20 Years of Anime Legacy
Legendary rock band FLOW, whose music has defined iconic series like Naruto and Code Geass, will perform “DAYS” in a special tribute celebrating the 20th anniversary of Eureka Seven. For longtime anime fans, this performance represents a nostalgic journey through two decades of anime evolution.
LiSA: The Voice Behind Demon Slayer’s Iconic Theme
Completing the musical lineup is LiSA, Spotify’s most streamed Japanese artist overseas in 2020 and the powerful voice behind Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba‘s opening theme “Gurenge.” Her emotional performances have become synonymous with anime’s growing global influence, making her appearance at the Awards a must-see moment.
Global Celebrities Join the Celebration
The presenter lineup reflects anime’s expanding cultural impact, bringing together stars from music, film, and entertainment:
- J Balvin: The GRAMMY-nominated global music superstar and anime collaborator will bring his international appeal to the ceremony
- Kacey Musgraves: The GRAMMY award-winning singer-songwriter adds her artistic prestige to the event
- Zak Penn: The acclaimed screenwriter brings Hollywood credibility to the celebration
How to Watch the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards
Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 25, 2025. The ceremony will be hosted by renowned voice actress Sally Amaki and popular entertainer Jon Kabira, with the pre-show beginning at 5:00 PM JST and the main event at 6:00 PM JST.
Fans worldwide can tune in through multiple platforms:
- Crunchyroll’s Twitch channel
- Crunchyroll’s YouTube channel
- SONY PICTURES CORE
- Sony Group Corp Global YouTube Channel
In a testament to anime’s global reach, the livestream will be available in nine languages: English, Arabic, Brazilian-Portuguese, Castillian-Spanish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, and Latin-Spanish.
The Growing Global Impact of Anime
The record-breaking vote count demonstrates anime’s explosive growth on the world stage. With a nearly 50% increase in participation compared to last year, the Anime Awards have become a true global phenomenon, uniting fans across continents in celebration of their favourite medium.
The ninth annual Anime Awards will take place at the Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa in Tokyo, with support from Sony Music Solutions Inc. and Dempsey Productions. As the leading yearly awards program honoring creators, musicians, and performances in anime, this year’s ceremony promises to be the most spectacular yet.
For anime fans, May 25th can’t come soon enough. Whether you’re rooting for your favorite series, excited to see the musical performances, or simply want to be part of anime history, the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards is shaping up to be an unmissable event that celebrates the medium’s past, present, and bright future.
For more information and updates, visit the Crunchyroll Anime Awards Official Website or follow the event on social media platforms including X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
