Slice of Life Anime Worth your Time
Anime
My favorite slice of life shows. There's an overlap with romance/romcom anime but I chose shows that don't have romance as their main focus. See also my recommended romance anime list: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/23722
![Gabriel DropOut](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/9/82590.jpg)
TV, 2017,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
One of my all time favorite slice of life comedies. Criminally underrated. Incredibly funny and quirky. Find another anime with such great and unique ensemble of characters.
![Sewayaki Kitsune no Senko-san](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1814/99677.jpg)
TV, 2019,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Just a beautiful anime to relax. Comforting and sad at the same time.
![Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/5/85434.jpg)
TV, 2017,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Great characters, incredibly entertaining. What slice of life is all about.
![Jahy-sama wa Kujikenai!](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1130/114947.jpg)
TV, 2021,
20 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Jahy is one of the funniest and most adorable characters in all anime.
![Hinamatsuri](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1580/93526.jpg)
TV, 2018,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
It begins with a bizarre comic premise but then goes on to explore some serious themes such as homelesness. Worth watching both for the funny and the feels.
![Sousou no Frieren](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1015/138006.jpg)
TV, 2023,
28 eps
Me:-
Author:10
The perfect fantasy slice of life. The characters, the story, the animation - everything is perfection. No doubt it will become a classic.
![Slime Taoshite 300-nen, Shiranai Uchi ni Level Max ni Nattemashita](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1888/133089.jpg)
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Pure silly fun, quite underrated.
![Seijo no Maryoku wa Bannou desu](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1232/111099.jpg)
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Sweet slice of life isekai with a very charming female protagonist. No drama just sweetness.
![Honzuki no Gekokujou: Shisho ni Naru Tame ni wa Shudan wo Erandeiraremasen](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1582/101697.jpg)
TV, 2019,
14 eps
Me:-
Author:8
An isekai about a nerd, it's exactly what you would expect. Just let her have books.
![Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1094/143324.jpg)
TV, 2024,
? eps
Me:-
Author:-
It's brainrot but entertaining all the same.
![Joshikousei no Mudazukai](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1004/95968.jpg)
TV, 2019,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Just good comedy. Great ensemble of characters.
![4-nin wa Sorezore Uso wo Tsuku](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1474/127822.jpg)
TV, 2022,
11 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Random comedy that is genuinely funny.
![Non Non Biyori](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/2/51581.jpg)
TV, 2013,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Simply cute and funny, watch all the seasons + movie. Just love the vibe and humor.
![Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/12/88321.jpg)
TV, 2017,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Post-apocalyptic slice of life moe. Very underrated and deserving more recognition. The characters, the setting, the vibe, everything is so beautiful. The themes it explores are actually much deeper than what appears on the surface, particularly if you read the manga's ending, which unfortunately was not adopted (see vols. 5-6)
![Bocchi the Rock!](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1294/125289.jpg)
TV, 2022,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
A perfect slice of life anime. Great characters, great animation, superb voice acting. Very relatable portrayal of social anxiety.
![Watashi ga Motenai no wa Dou Kangaetemo Omaera ga Warui!](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/13/59523.jpg)
TV, 2013,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Not for the faint hearted. Dark comedy about social anxiety. Forget about Komi.
![Hibike! Euphonium](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1517/142072.jpg)
TV, 2015,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Cute girls playing tubas, what's not to like? (and the animation is GORGEOUS)
![Kokoro Connect](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/2/39665.jpg)
TV, 2012,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:8
One of the better highschool clubs animes out there with intriguing supernatural driven plot. Decent romance too.
![Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae wo Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai.](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/5/79697.jpg)
TV, 2011,
11 eps
Me:-
Author:10
A touching story about loss.
![Irozuku Sekai no Ashita kara](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1109/93902.jpg)
TV, 2018,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Just a pretty looking anime about friendship or something.
![Mieruko-chan](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1289/117121.jpg)
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Great blend of comedy and horror, very compelling characters. Also Sora Amamiya.
![Hige wo Soru. Soshite Joshikousei wo Hirou.](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1131/109565.jpg)
TV, 2021,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Very moving story that explores serious themes. A real slice of life masterpiece.
![Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1179/119897.jpg)
TV, 2022,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
The perfect romcom. Marin is a literal goddess. Never seen more beautiful animation.
Hard to believe how good a show about making clothes can be.
Hard to believe how good a show about making clothes can be.
![Seishun Buta Yarou wa Bunny Girl Senpai no Yume wo Minai](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1301/93586.jpg)
TV, 2018,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:9
One of the more clever romance animes out there with very witty dialogues. A must watch.
![Yofukashi no Uta](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1045/123711.jpg)
TV, 2022,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Worth watching just for the characters and the atmosphere (and the tasteful ecchi).
![Ookami to Koushinryou](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/5/59401.jpg)
TV, 2008,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:9
The plot can get a little over-complicated but the show is very well written and the main girl is incredibly sexy and charming. Intelligently written dialogues for a change. A masterpiece not to be missed.
![Taishou Otome Otogibanashi](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1520/110816.jpg)
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Great romance despite the creepy undertones. Cool historical setting.
![High Score Girl](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1668/91345.jpg)
TV, 2018,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Don't let the awful 3d animation put you off, this is a very good romance with interesting chemistry between the two protagonists (and you thought Komi couldn't communicate - wait till you see this).
Make sure you watch the 3 OVAs before you start the 2nd season.
Make sure you watch the 3 OVAs before you start the 2nd season.
![Tomo-chan wa Onnanoko!](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1444/131828.jpg)
TV, 2023,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:7
It's so good that the side characters eclipse the main characters.
![Tsuki to Laika to Nosferatu](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1985/116669.jpg)
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Despite what the bizarre premise might lead you to think this is actually a pretty good and touching romance story. Unbelievably cute main girl.
![Urasekai Picnic](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1655/106320.jpg)
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Stalker the girl-love anime. Hard to classify, just give it a shot.
![Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1508/129576.jpg)
TV, 2010,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Ignoring the terrible ending, this is actually a great show.
![NHK ni Youkoso!](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/3/52675.jpg)
TV, 2006,
24 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Very dark and serious (about mental illness and suicide) but very high quality show.