Fairy Tail director returns after 4 years with new isekai hit ‘Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy’

Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy, the hit isekai anime directed by Fairy Tail’s Shinji Ishihira, has finally arrived on Hulu. The anime first aired in 2021 and quickly became a fan favorite thanks to its fun mix of fantasy, action, and comedy. Now, after four years, a whole new audience in the U.S. can enjoy the series on Hulu, alongside Crunchyroll.
The anime tells the story of Makoto Misumi, a high school boy who is suddenly transported to another world. At first, it seems like a dream—but things take a strange turn. The goddess of that world rejects him for being too “ugly” and throws him into the far edge of her world. Abandoned and alone, Makoto must now survive on his own.
But Makoto is no ordinary human. He gains amazing magic powers, meets powerful beings like dragons and orcs, and starts building his own community. As he learns how this world works, he slowly becomes a leader strong, kind, and very different from the heroes in normal isekai stories.
Season 1 of Tsukimichi aired in July 2021 and had 12 episodes. It introduced fans to Makoto’s strange journey, where he fights monsters, makes alliances, and grows stronger both in power and personality. The anime was praised for its fresh story and smart main character. Fans especially liked his friendships with Tomoe (a dragon who becomes his ally) and Mio (a powerful spider spirit).
Now in 2024, Tsukimichi Season 2 is airing new episodes every week. This new season goes even deeper. Makoto faces new enemies, secret magic, and the dark truth behind the goddess who sent him there. The animation has also improved, with better fight scenes and more emotional moments.
Makoto’s journey is no longer just about survival it’s about changing the world. Season 2 also teases a bigger war, hidden gods, and the mystery of Makoto’s true power.
Hulu is the newest platform to stream Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy, giving U.S. fans another easy way to watch both Season 1 and Season 2. It’s also still streaming on Crunchyroll, where international anime viewers have followed it since 2021.
Thanks to the new Hulu release, Tsukimichi is now being discovered by people who love shows like:
Its mix of fun, adventure, magic, and character growth makes it one of the best beginner-friendly isekai anime. Even if you're new to anime, Tsukimichi is easy to follow, with exciting action and lots of humor. The world-building is deep, the characters are lovable, and Makoto’s growth is fun to watch.
The anime is based on a light novel and web novel by Kei Azumi and also has a manga version. So there’s plenty of content for fans who want to go beyond the anime.
With Season 2 airing now and Hulu bringing it to more screens, Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy is rising again. Directed by the creator of Fairy Tail, this anime mixes heart, power, and laughs in a world full of surprises. If you’re looking for your next fantasy adventure, this is one anime you don’t want to miss.