Masaomi Ando
Director
SHY (2023)
Season 1
On the brink of a third World War, superheroes appeared on Earth. Gifted with powers, their appearance brings peace to the world. The heroes each selected a country in which they would reside, serve, and protect its citizens. Shy is Japan’s hero, endowed with super strength. Her most daunting enemy yet? Crippling shyness. Join Shy and her super friends as she defends Earth and gains confidence!
Released Oct. 3, 2023
Episode 24 min
14+
Genres: Action, Animation, Anime, Anime: Shounen, Science Fiction, Superhero
Keywords: imdb.based-on-manga, imdb.anime-animation, imdb.female-protagonist, imdb.superhero, imdb.hero, imdb.supervillain, imdb.villain + 115 more, imdb.good-versus-evil, imdb.world-war-three, imdb.masked-hero, imdb.costumed-hero, imdb.fight, imdb.power, imdb.superhero-team, imdb.superhero-action, imdb.superhero-fantasy, imdb.superhero-sci-fi, imdb.country, imdb.high-school, imdb.school, imdb.student, imdb.classroom, imdb.evil, imdb.friend, imdb.transform, imdb.transformation, imdb.shounen, imdb.mentor, imdb.friendship, imdb.best-friend, imdb.battle, imdb.magic, imdb.robot, imdb.partner, imdb.combat, imdb.bodysuit, imdb.boy, imdb.girl, imdb.teenager, imdb.young, imdb.teenage-girl, imdb.young-girl, imdb.teenage-boy, imdb.young-boy, imdb.group, imdb.team, imdb.leader, imdb.civilian, imdb.mature-animation, mdblist.has-trailer, tmdb.shyness, tmdb.superhero, tmdb.paranormal-phenomena, tmdb.paranormal, tmdb.paranormal-investigation, tmdb.self-doubt, tmdb.superhero-team, tmdb.paranormal-activity, tmdb.masked-superhero, tmdb.shounen, tmdb.anime, tmdb.teen-superhero, tmdb.japanese-girl-hero, tmdb.superhero-teamup, tmdb.special-ability, tmdb.paranormal-events, imdb.superheroine, tmdb.based-on-comic, imdb.class, imdb.mother, imdb.father, imdb.city, imdb.attack, imdb.ability, imdb.skill, imdb.member, imdb.brother, imdb.henshin, imdb.bracelet, imdb.masked, imdb.world-war, imdb.superpower, imdb.one-word-title, imdb.shy, imdb.japanese-comics-literature-on-screen, imdb.asian-comics-literature-on-screen, imdb.shonen-anime-animation, imdb.shy-girl, imdb.shy-protagonist, imdb.weapon, imdb.sword, imdb.ice-powers, imdb.katana, imdb.classmate, imdb.vodka, imdb.fire, imdb.fire-power, imdb.countries, imdb.russian-woman, imdb.character-name-as-title, imdb.chinese-boy, imdb.secret-identity, imdb.japanese-girl, imdb.organization, imdb.tokyo-japan, imdb.tokyo, imdb.21st-century, imdb.superhuman, imdb.japan, imdb.urban-adventure, imdb.shyness, imdb.gaining-self-confidence, imdb.super-strength, imdb.protecting-another, imdb.femboy, imdb.character-name-in-title, imdb.title-spoken-by-character, imdb.twins, imdb.mole-on-face, imdb.twin-sister, mdblist.anime-dub, imdb.hand-drawn-animation
Watch Providers: Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
Production Companies: 8bit, Bandai Namco Filmworks, Bandai Namco Music Live, Bandai, TV Tokyo + 3 more, Yostar, ADK Marketing Solutions, Akita Publishing
Network: TV Tokyo
5.2
S1E1 - I'm Shy
The world is at peace, but there are still everyday dangers. So, a new breed of protectors, known simply as "Heroes" have arrived on Earth. Shy is Japan's new Hero, but is she ready to be a Hero? What does it MEAN to be a Hero anyway?
Oct. 3, 2023, midnight
5.8
S1E2 - With All of My Heart
Shy returns to school only to find herself faced with Iko Koishikawa, a girl whose injuries she blames herself for. As if that wasn't stressful enough, a mysterious young boy sows discord and forces the girls to face the darkness in their hearts.
Oct. 10, 2023, midnight
4.5
S1E3 - Conversation at the Dinner Table
Koishikawa takes Momijiyama out on the town in an attempt to thank her for everything she's done for her. However, Momijiyama's introverted nature and shut-in lifestyle make this difficult. The two of them are then unexpectedly summoned by Unilord.
Oct. 17, 2023, midnight
6.0
S1E4 - A Heartless Person
Shy faces off against Stardust for the right to remain a hero. To stand a chance, Shy has to discover what drives her as a hero and fuels the power of her Heart-shift bracelets. Heroes from the Black Cross help manage the aftermath.
Oct. 24, 2023, midnight
7.0
S1E5 - Shine the Light
As Shy searches for ways to strengthen the power of her heart, she finds support and inspiration in unlikely places. Help and begrudging assistance from Lady Black helps her understand struggle more as they help someone together.
Oct. 31, 2023, midnight
S1E6 - Ice White
Unilord sends Shy and Spirit on an urgent mission to the North Pole. There, they rendezvous with China's hero and work together to investigate the fate of researchers who had lost contact with the Arctic Base.
Nov. 7, 2023, midnight
S1E7 - Unchain
Iko and Pepesha share their experiences fighting Amarariruku, and new information about Stigma and his rings comes to light. Afterward, Shy faces an important aspect of being a hero: building up her image.
Nov. 14, 2023, midnight
S1E8 - Surprise
Teru travels to Russia to assist Pepesha's investigation into the mysterious girl they encountered at the North Pole. Not only are details about Pepesha's past brought to light, but new information leads to some disturbing implications about Tzveta.
Nov. 21, 2023, midnight
S1E9 - Melee, Trembling Fingertips
The battle with Kufufu and Tzveta heats up as Shy and Spirit desperately try to get the civilians out of harm's way. Kufufu's unpredictable actions make her difficult to fight, and Tzveta's ice powers and inescapable heart make her a formidable foe.
Nov. 28, 2023, midnight
S1E10 - The Lonely Ice and Small Flame
As Tzveta regains her memories, Shy and Spirit witness the tragedy of Letana's adult life firsthand and learn how her ideals formed. The strength of her dark, frozen heart clashes against Shy's warm light.
Dec. 5, 2023, midnight
S1E11 - What Is Conveyed and That Which Remains
Stigma's twisted endeavors have provided Pepesha and Letana the opportunity to finally say all the things they never could in the past. As their battle comes to a climax and close, much is revealed about their relationship and Stigma.
Dec. 12, 2023, midnight
S1E12 - When I Cough, It's the Two of Us
Reinforcements sent by Unilord arrive and assist in cleaning up the aftermath of the battle with Tzveta and Kufufu. Afterward, Teru ends up with an intense cold that leads Iko to look after her and realize just how normal heroes are.
Dec. 19, 2023, midnight
S1E13 - Hero's High
We revisit our heroes and see them going about their daily lives after the incidents with Amarariruku. A young reporter, Tojiko Asuka, crosses paths with Shy and is suddenly inspired to write an article interviewing her.
July 2, 2024, midnight
S1E14 - Wind Coming from the West
A sudden thunderstorm and a forgotten umbrella trap Momijiyama at school, where she joins the hunt for one of the Seven Wonders of Tanpopo First Middle School. A young woman with a Kansai accent proves to be more capable than expected.
July 9, 2024, midnight
S1E15 - Heartblade
Ai showcases her skills by swiftly defeating her busybody pursuer. She then decides that Momijiyama will help her out by giving her a place to stay while she pursues her goals outside of her village.
July 16, 2024, midnight
S1E16 - Cloud in the Dark
When an impenetrable black orb completely engulfs the heart of Tokyo, heroes from all over the world are summoned to discuss how to handle it. Shy finds herself thrust into a leadership role and is tasked with organizing a team to infiltrate the orb.
July 23, 2024, midnight
S1E17 - Storming In
Shy and the team she's put together infiltrate the black orb and begin their rescue mission. They're beset by a member of Amarariku who squares up against Mianlong, man-to-man.
July 30, 2024, midnight
S1E18 - Nothing Is Permanent
The infiltration team is forced to deal with the trolly problem presented by Kufufu. In the aftermath, Ai reflects on her perception of Amarariruku and shares the details of her relationship with one of its members.
Aug. 13, 2024, midnight
S1E19 - Because of Love
Shy, Piltz, and Ai are beset by another member of Amarariruku. She captures Ai, intent on delivering her to her sister, and wields the power of love against Shy and Piltz. Atop the tower, Mai waits for the long-awaited confrontation.
Aug. 20, 2024, midnight
S1E20 - A Nice Guy
Stardust confronts Stigma and Quabala alone, while Ai and Shy's confrontation with Mai takes a turn for the worst. Ai struggles to accept her sister's fall from grace, and Stardust receives a bone-chilling revelation from Stigma.
Aug. 27, 2024, midnight
S1E21 - Vague
With the fusion of Ai and Mai into an entirely new being, Shy is left alone atop the tower to face a formidable foe alone. Hearts clash on battlefields both physical and emotional.
Sept. 3, 2024, midnight
S1E22 - Hand Reached Out
Now a separate being once again, Mai returns to her internal struggles as Ai and Tokimaru desperately try to reach out to her. Members of Amarariruku ascend to the top of the tower to finish destroying the black sphere from the inside.
Sept. 10, 2024, midnight
S1E23 - With the Moon...
Members of Amarariruku combine their powers to shatter the top of the black sphere, releasing the city's fear into the outside world. Mai attempts to sacrifice herself to shield the outside world, but she finds she's not alone.
Sept. 17, 2024, midnight
S1E24 - Fare Thee Well
With their plans thwarted, members of Amarariruku retreat. In the aftermath of the black ball's collapse, the heroes face the weight of unforeseen consequences to their victory.
Sept. 24, 2024, midnight
Watch Trailer
TV Tokyo
24 min/ep
576 min
Oct. 3, 2023
Sept. 24, 2024, midnight
Ended
TV-14 / 14+
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