The first season of Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! (KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World!) is available to stream without restrictions on nine services in Japan: DMM TV, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video, Lemino, d Anime Store, Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, and FOD. DVD rental by mail is also available through TSUTAYA DISCAS.

Why Watch Now?

To mark the anime’s 10th anniversary, the exhibition 「この素晴らしい世界に祝福を！」展 ～Cheerful～ will be held at AKIBA_SQUARE (2F, Akihabara UDX) from October 12 to 31, 2026. It’s a perfect occasion to revisit all 10 episodes of Season 1 before attending.

Streaming Services Carrying KonoSuba Season 1

DMM TV — Best Value Pick

DMM TV offers unlimited streaming of KonoSuba Season 1 for just ¥550/month (tax included), making it the most affordable option on the list. New subscribers receive a 14-day free trial plus 550 bonus points. It’s ideal for binge-watching all 10 episodes over a weekend.

U-NEXT

U-NEXT carries KonoSuba Season 1 as part of its broad catalogue of anime, films, dramas, and magazines at ¥2,189/month. New members get a 31-day free trial and ¥500 worth of points (valid for 30 days after issue).

Amazon Prime Video

Prime members can stream KonoSuba Season 1 at no extra cost within the ¥600/month Prime membership. New subscribers receive a 30-day free trial and also benefit from Prime’s shopping and delivery perks.

d Anime Store

An anime-dedicated platform at ¥660/month, with the first month free (free period runs to the end of the calendar month of sign-up). A solid choice for fans tracking multiple isekai titles simultaneously.

Hulu

Operated by Nippon TV, Hulu offers KonoSuba Season 1 alongside Japanese dramas, variety shows, and international series for ¥1,320/month. There is no free trial period.

Netflix

Netflix carries KonoSuba Season 1 on plans starting from ¥890/month, alongside its extensive library of originals. No free trial is available.

Disney+

Disney+ includes KonoSuba Season 1 alongside Disney, Pixar, and Marvel content on plans starting from ¥1,250/month. No free trial is available.

Lemino and FOD

Lemino charges ¥1,540/month (first month free), while FOD starts at ¥976/month (no free trial). Both offer unlimited streaming of KonoSuba Season 1.

TSUTAYA DISCAS — DVD Rental by Mail

For those without a reliable internet connection, TSUTAYA DISCAS offers KonoSuba Season 1 on DVD via its mail-rental service. The “定額レンタル8ダブル” plan costs ¥2,200/month and allows up to 8 discs per month.

Story and Highlights

KonoSuba is an isekai comedy adapted from the light novel series by Natsume Akatsuki, illustrated by Kurone Mishima (Kadokawa Sneaker Bunko). Directed by Takaomi Kanasaki and produced by Studio DEEN, the anime aired on TOKYO MX and other stations from January to March 2016, running for 10 episodes.

The story follows Kazuma Sato, a shut-in gamer who dies an embarrassing death and is sent to a fantasy world by the goddess Aqua — whom he promptly drags along as his one “cheat item.” Their party eventually grows to include Megumin, an arch-wizard obsessed with Explosion Magic, and Darkness, a crusader with a peculiar fondness for taking hits. Together, the dysfunctional quartet stumbles through daily life while drawing the attention of the Demon King’s army.

The series’ appeal lies in its sharp comedic timing and the chemistry between its flawed leads. Even amid the chaos, the group gradually coalesces into a genuine team — delivering moments of surprising heart alongside the laughs.

Cast and Staff

• Kazuma — Jun Fukushima
• Aqua — Sora Amamiya
• Megumin — Rie Takahashi
• Darkness — Ai Kayano
• Wiz — Yui Horie
• Luna — Sayuri Hara
• Chris — Ayaka Suwa
• Mitsurugi — Takuya Eguchi
• Dullahan — Hiroki Yasumoto

• Director: Takaomi Kanasaki
• Series Composition: Makoto Uezu
• Character Design: Koichi Kikuta
• Music: Masato Koda
• Opening Theme: “fantastic dreamer” — Machico
• Ending Theme: “ちいさな冒険者” — Aqua (Sora Amamiya), Megumin (Rie Takahashi), Darkness (Ai Kayano)

In addition to the 10 televised episodes, an OVA titled 「この素晴らしいチョーカーに祝福を！」 was produced and bundled with the Blu-ray edition of the ninth volume of the original novel.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does KonoSuba Season 1 have?

KonoSuba Season 1 consists of 10 episodes, which aired from January to March 2016. A second season was announced in March of the same year.

Is KonoSuba available for free?

KonoSuba Season 1 is not currently available on TVer (Japan’s free catch-up TV service). However, new subscribers can use DMM TV’s 14-day free trial or d Anime Store’s first-month-free offer to watch at no initial cost.

Where can I watch Season 2, the film, and Season 3?

This article covers Season 1 only. Season 2, the theatrical film KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! Legend of Crimson, and Season 3 are separate titles. It has also been announced that Season 4 will air in 2027.

When and where is the 10th anniversary exhibition?

The 「この素晴らしい世界に祝福を！」展 ～Cheerful～ runs from October 12 to 31, 2026 at AKIBA_SQUARE (2F, Akihabara UDX), Tokyo.