Important Romance Subplot
Anime
Anime with romance as a main or relevant part of the plot, but also a "bigger plot" going on.
I'm talking actual romance, more than just "two characters happen to like each other". Something that is relevant, and ideally progresses through the show (note: also includes some incomplete adaptations with more romance past anime content).
As for the bigger plot, it can be anything from fantasy, adventure, mystery, sci-fi, etc. Check my notes for details.
Harem are mostly ignored as they are usually lacking in actual romantic progress, unless there is a clear main love interest.
I'm talking actual romance, more than just "two characters happen to like each other". Something that is relevant, and ideally progresses through the show (note: also includes some incomplete adaptations with more romance past anime content).
As for the bigger plot, it can be anything from fantasy, adventure, mystery, sci-fi, etc. Check my notes for details.
Harem are mostly ignored as they are usually lacking in actual romantic progress, unless there is a clear main love interest.
Re:Zero kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu
Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-
TV, 2016,
25 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Fantasy/Action with romance subplot
Nanatsu no Taizai
The Seven Deadly Sins
TV, 2014,
24 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Fantasy/Action with multiple romance subplots
Seishun Buta Yarou wa Bunny Girl Senpai no Yume wo Minai
Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai
TV, 2018,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Romance + Supernatural
Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann
Gurren Lagann
TV, 2007,
27 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Mecha/Action with romance subplot
Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works
Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works]
TV, 2014,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Fantasy/Action with romance subplot
Rakudai Kishi no Cavalry
Chivalry of a Failed Knight
TV, 2015,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Action/Magic school + Romance
Zetsuen no Tempest
Blast of Tempest
TV, 2012,
24 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Mystery/Supernatural, some Action with romance subplot
Shakugan no Shana
Shakugan no Shana: Season I
TV, 2005,
24 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Action/Fantasy + Romance
Sousei no Onmyouji
Twin Star Exorcists
TV, 2016,
50 eps
Me:-
Author:-
Action/Fantasy + Romance
-Worth checking out the manga, since the story is very different
-Worth checking out the manga, since the story is very different
Tasogare Otome x Amnesia
Dusk Maiden of Amnesia
TV, 2012,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Mystery/Supernatural + Romance
Shuumatsu Nani Shitemasu ka? Isogashii desu ka? Sukutte Moratte Ii desu ka?
WorldEnd: What do you do at the end of the world? Are you busy? Will you save us?
TV, 2017,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Action/Fantasy + Romance
Kishuku Gakkou no Juliet
Boarding School Juliet
TV, 2018,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:-
Action/School + Romance
(Manga is finished)
(Manga is finished)
Kanata no Astra
Astra Lost in Space
TV, 2019,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Sci-Fi/Mystery with romance subplot
Shin no Nakama ja Nai to Yuusha no Party wo Oidasareta node, Henkyou de Slow Life suru Koto ni Shimashita
Banished From The Hero's Party, I Decided To Live A Quiet Life In The Countryside
TV, 2021,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Chill Action/Fantasy + Romance
Kimi to Boku no Saigo no Senjou, Aruiwa Sekai ga Hajimaru Seisen
Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World
TV, 2020,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Action/Fantasy + Romance
TV, 2022,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Action/Fantasy + Romance
(Ecchi, but wholesome)
(Ecchi, but wholesome)
Tensei Oujo to Tensai Reijou no Mahou Kakumei
The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady
TV, 2023,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Fantasy/Action with romance subplot (Girls love)
Oroka na Tenshi wa Akuma to Odoru
The Foolish Angel Dances with the Devil
TV, 2024,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Supernatural/Comedy/Action/Romance
