What Do #Nitiasa and #Precure Really Mean? Japanese Twitter Trends Explained

#Nitiasa Trending on X Japan

Every Sunday, the hashtags #Nitiasa and #Precure regularly appear in the trending topics on X/Twitter Japan. However, many users still don’t know what they actually mean and are often confused by them

In Japan, "Nitiasa" (ニチアサ) is short for "Nichiyou Asa" (日曜朝), which literally means "Sunday Morning." 

But when people talk about “Nitiasa,” they’re usually referring to the block of children’s TV shows that air on Sunday mornings on TV Asahi — often a mix of tokusatsu (live-action superhero) and anime.

This block has become kind of a cultural staple in Japan, especially for fans of tokusatsu and shounen anime. It’s where long-running franchises like:

• Super Sentai (which inspired Power Rangers overseas)

• Kamen Rider

• Pretty Cure (Precure) - Yes, #Precure is an Anime name.

• And sometimes Digimon or other Toei anime

...are aired. The exact lineup can change depending on the year and season.

#Precure Hashtag Trending on X Japan

So when someone says “Nitiasa kids” (ニチアサキッズ), they’re usually referring to those of us who grew up watching this lineup religiously every Sunday morning — often while still half-asleep, cereal in hand.

Alright! Here's a breakdown of the Nitiasa lineup — both the current (as of 2025) and a bit of nostalgia from previous years:

Current Nitiasa Lineup (as of 2025, on TV Asahi):

1. 7:00–7:30 AM – Bakuage Sentai Boonboomger
The latest entry in the long-running Super Sentai franchise. Sentai is the colourful, team-based superhero show — think big explosions, giant robots, and group poses. Each year introduces a new team with a new theme (cars, animals, ninjas, etc.).

2. 7:30–8:00 AM – Kamen Rider Gavv
The current Kamen Rider series. These are solo heroes (with occasional allies) fighting monsters using high-tech belts and transformations. It’s got more drama than Sentai, and older fans love it too.

3. 8:00–8:30 AM – Wonderful Precure
The newest season of Pretty Cure (Precure), a magical girl anime that’s action-packed, stylish, and surprisingly emotional. Each year brings a new set of girls with their own powers and themes (like sweets, animals, dreams, etc.).

4. 8:30–9:00 AM – Butai ni Aisareta Shounen
This slot has changed a lot over time. In past years it featured shows like Digimon, Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai, or World Trigger. As of 2025, it sometimes rotates in less action-focused, family-friendly or dramatic anime. 

Notable Past Shows in Nitiasa:

• Kamen Rider Series:

  • Kamen Rider Den-O (2007) – A fan favourite with time-travel and a super quirky tone.

  • Kamen Rider Build (2017) – Darker tone, brilliant story.

  • Kamen Rider Geats (2022) – Battle royale vibes with stylish heroes.

• Super Sentai Series:

  • Samurai Sentai Shinkenger (2009) – Classic Japanese theme.

  • Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger (2013) – Dinosaur-themed and super energetic.

  • Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger (2021) – Wacky and experimental, with robot characters.

• Precure:

  • Futari wa Pretty Cure (2004) – The very first Precure.

  • HeartCatch Precure! (2010) – Beloved for its art style and emotional weight.

  • Hugtto! Precure (2018) – Surprisingly mature with time-travel and social commentary.

• Others:

  • Digimon Savers, Xros Wars, Ghost Game

  • World Trigger (briefly part of the block)

  • Dragon Quest: Dai no Daibouken (remake aired during Nitiasa)

 So...

• “Nitiasa” fandom is strong online, especially on Sunday mornings. The term “ニチアサ実況” (Nitiasa jikkyou) trends as fans live-tweet reactions.

• The transition music between each show is nostalgic for longtime fans.

• It's become a Sunday ritual — not just for kids, but also for teens and adults who grew up with it.