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112 free anime trivia questions with answers. From the iconic battles of Dragon Ball Z to the haunting worlds of Studio Ghibli, anime has captivated audiences around the globe for decades. This quiz covers the full spectrum — classic shonen series, legendary studios, beloved voice actors, and anime history. Whether you grew up watching Toonami or discovered anime through streaming, these 184 questions will put your knowledge to the test.
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Q 01What is the name of the protagonist in Dragon Ball Z who is known as a Saiyan warrior?
Goku
Goku was born Kakarot on Planet Vegeta and sent to Earth as an infant shortly before his homeworld was destroyed. He was raised by Grandpa Gohan.
Q 02In Naruto, Naruto Uzumaki's home village is hidden in the what?
Leaves
Naruto belongs to Konohagakure, the Village Hidden in the Leaves (also known as the Leaf Village), which is one of the five great shinobi nations.
Q 03What is the name of the pirate crew led by Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece?
Straw Hat Pirates
The Straw Hat Pirates are named after Luffy's signature straw hat, which was given to him by the legendary pirate Red-Haired Shanks.
Q 04Which Studio Ghibli film follows a young girl named Chihiro who enters a spirit world?
Spirited Away
Spirited Away (2001), directed by Hayao Miyazaki, won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2003 and remains one of the highest-grossing anime films ever.
Q 05In Death Note, what must you know to kill someone using the Death Note?
Their face and name
To use the Death Note, you must know the person's face and write their real name in the notebook. This rule is central to the cat-and-mouse game between Light and L.
Q 06What is the name of the Titan that Eren Yeager transforms into in Attack on Titan?
Attack Titan
Eren possesses the Attack Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin), which is also the Japanese title of the series. The Attack Titan has the unique ability to see the memories of its future inheritors.
Q 07Who is the creator of the Dragon Ball manga series?
Akira Toriyama
Akira Toriyama created Dragon Ball, which was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1984 to 1995. He is considered one of the most influential manga artists of all time.
Q 08In My Hero Academia, what is the name of the quirk that All Might passes on to Izuku Midoriya?
One For All
One For All is a transferable quirk that stockpiles power across generations. All Might chose Midoriya as its ninth holder after seeing his heroic spirit.
Q 09Which breathing style does Tanjiro Kamado first learn in Demon Slayer, under his trainer Sakonji Urokodaki?
Water
Water Breathing takes Tanjiro two years of training to master; he later discovers Sun Breathing, passed down through his family.
Q 10In Fullmetal Alchemist, what do Edward and Alphonse Elric attempt to bring back using alchemy?
Their mother
The Elric brothers attempt to resurrect their mother Trisha through human transmutation, a forbidden alchemical practice. The failed attempt costs Edward his arm and leg, and Alphonse his entire body.
Q 11Which Pokemon is known as Ash Ketchum's first and most iconic partner?
Pikachu
Pikachu was Ash's starter Pokemon, received from Professor Oak. Unlike the games where players choose from three starters, Ash arrived late and Pikachu was the only one left.
Q 12What year did the first episode of the original Dragon Ball anime air in Japan?
1986
The original Dragon Ball anime premiered on February 26, 1986, on Fuji Television. The manga had begun serialization in 1984.
Q 13Which anime studio is responsible for producing Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Gainax
Gainax produced the original Neon Genesis Evangelion series in 1995. The studio was founded by a group of university students including Hideaki Anno, who directed the series.
Q 21In Pokemon, what type is super effective against Water-type Pokemon?
Electric
Electric-type moves are super effective against Water-type Pokemon. Grass-type moves are also super effective against Water types.
Q 22Which movie became the highest-grossing Japanese film ever after its 2025 release?
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, released in Japan in July 2025, passed Mugen Train's roughly $500 million worldwide gross to become the highest-grossing Japanese film and the highest-grossing anime film on record.
Q 23Who directed the acclaimed anime film 'Your Name' (Kimi no Na wa)?
Makoto Shinkai
Q 14Which 1989 Miyazaki film follows a 13-year-old witch and her black cat, Jiji?
Kiki's Delivery Service
Kiki's Delivery Service (1989) follows a young witch who uses her flying ability to start a delivery business. It was based on the 1985 novel by Eiko Kadono.
Q 15What is the real name of the character known as 'L' in Death Note?
L Lawliet
L's full name is given only in the guidebook Death Note 13: How to Read. He guards it because anyone whose true name is known can be killed with the notebook.
Q 16Which Survey Corps squad leader is known as 'Humanity's Strongest Soldier' in Attack on Titan?
Levi Ackerman
Levi heads an elite squad within the Survey Corps and is famed for his unmatched skill against Titans. His Ackerman bloodline grants him extraordinary physical abilities.
Q 17Which anime studio produced Cowboy Bebop?
Sunrise
Sunrise produced Cowboy Bebop, which aired in 1998. The series was directed by Shinichiro Watanabe and is widely regarded as one of the greatest anime series ever made.
Q 18In Naruto, what is the name of the nine-tailed fox sealed inside Naruto?
Kurama
Kurama, the Nine-Tails, was sealed inside Naruto by his father, the Fourth Hokage Minato Namikaze, to protect the village from its destructive power.
Q 19What is the name of the power system in the anime Hunter x Hunter?
Nen
Nen is the power system in Hunter x Hunter, allowing users to control their life energy (aura). It is divided into six categories: Enhancement, Transmutation, Emission, Conjuration, Manipulation, and Specialization.
Q 20In Sailor Moon, what is the name of the heroine's talking black cat?
Luna
Luna, the black cat with a crescent-moon mark on her forehead, hands Sailor Moon her transformation brooch and guides her; Artemis is Sailor Venus's white cat.
Makoto Shinkai directed Your Name (2016), a body-swap romance that grossed over $350 million worldwide and was the highest-grossing anime film until Mugen Train overtook it in 2020.
Q 24In Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, what is the first law of alchemy known as?
Equivalent Exchange
Equivalent Exchange states that to obtain something, something of equal value must be given. This principle drives the entire narrative of Fullmetal Alchemist.
Q 25Which sport is played in the anime Haikyu!!?
Volleyball
Haikyuu!! follows high school volleyball teams, primarily Karasuno High. The series is credited with significantly boosting volleyball's popularity in Japan.
Q 26Which voice actress is known for voicing Sailor Moon in the original Japanese anime?
Kotono Mitsuishi
Kotono Mitsuishi voiced Usagi Tsukino/Sailor Moon in both the original 1992 series and the Sailor Moon Crystal reboot. She is one of the most recognizable voice actresses in anime.
Q 27What manga magazine has serialized Dragon Ball, Naruto, and One Piece?
Weekly Shonen Jump
Weekly Shonen Jump, published by Shueisha, is the most popular manga magazine in Japan and has been home to most major shonen series since 1968.
Q 28In My Hero Academia, what is the name of the main villain who leads the League of Villains?
Tomura Shigaraki
Tomura Shigaraki, whose real name is Tenko Shimura, leads the League of Villains. He was raised by All For One to become his successor and destroy hero society.
Q 29Which anime studio is known for producing Attack on Titan's final season?
MAPPA
MAPPA took over production of Attack on Titan from WIT Studio starting with the Final Season (Season 4). MAPPA is also known for Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man.
Q 30What is the name of Goku's signature energy attack in Dragon Ball Z?
Kamehameha
The Kamehameha wave was originally developed by Master Roshi (who took 50 years to perfect it). Goku learned it instantly by watching Roshi perform it once.