Looking for a binge-worthy anime this Golden Week? 📺 The Shoshimin Series, a standout mystery anime based on Honobu Yonezawa’s bestselling novels, is getting a full free stream on ABEMA this May 3rd! From Season 1 to the latest episodes of Season 2, you can catch up on all the drama, deduction, and subtle character moments in one go. Plus, a special watch party with cast and producers makes this an event fans won’t want to miss.
Why You Should Watch the Shoshimin Series This Golden Week
Based on the beloved mystery novels by Honobu Yonezawa—known for his Classics Club (Hyōka) series—the Shoshimin Series offers a refreshing take on high school life and quiet deduction. The anime follows Jōgorō Kobato and Yuki Osanai, two students who agree to live as “model citizens” while trying to avoid drawing attention. But no matter how they try, mysteries keep finding them. If you enjoy smart characters, subtle romance, and low-key suspense, this series delivers.
What Makes This Mystery Anime Stand Out
Unlike typical detective anime with flashy twists, the Shoshimin Series thrives on calm logic and emotional nuance. It’s less about who did it, and more about why—and what it means for the people involved. Season 2 ups the ante with plots based on The Case of the Autumn Chestnut Sweets and The Case of the Winter Bonbon Chocolates, adding deeper character relationships and higher personal stakes.
Full Episode Schedule: When and Where to Watch on ABEMA
ABEMA will air a free full marathon of the anime on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Here’s the schedule:
- Season 1 (Episodes 1–10): 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM JST
📺 Watch here - Season 2 (Episodes 11–14): 8:00 PM JST – onward
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All episodes will be free for one week after airing. No account required.
Join the Live Watch Party with Voice Actor Teppei Uenishi
To celebrate the stream, a special live watch party will take place on X (formerly Twitter), hosted on the official @shoshimin_pr account via Spaces.
Voice actor Teppei Uenishi (Takihiko Urano) and TV Asahi producer Kazuki Endō will join the session to share insights and reactions.
- 🗓️ Date: May 3, 2025 (Saturday)
- 🎧 Platform: X Spaces / @shoshimin_pr
Start Streaming: Your Free Entry into the World of Shoshimin
The latest episode, Episode 15, will air immediately after the marathon on May 3 at 25:30 JST (1:30 AM May 4) on ABEMA.
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It will also be free to watch for one week after broadcast.
Call to Action
🎉 Don’t miss this chance to dive into one of Japan’s most acclaimed modern mystery anime!
Stream the entire Shoshimin Series for free this Golden Week only on ABEMA and follow the official site for more.
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