Romance Anime Worth your Time
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Hard to find good romance anime which isn't filled with stupid and boring cliches, so here's my attempt to list the best shows, or at least the ones I found entertaining enough to bother watching.
My slice of life anime list https://myanimelist.net/stacks/23190
My slice of life anime list https://myanimelist.net/stacks/23190
Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru
My Dress-Up Darling
TV, 2022,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
The perfect romcom. Marin is a literal goddess. Amazing 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.
Hige wo Soru. Soshite Joshikousei wo Hirou.
Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway
TV, 2021,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Very moving story that explores serious themes. One of those impossible sad romance stories.
Adachi to Shimamura
Adachi and Shimamura
TV, 2020,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:9
The sweetest romance in all anime.
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
One of the more clever romance animes out there with very witty dialogues. A must watch.
Ijiranaide, Nagatoro-san
Don't Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:9
Best romcom, hands down.
Tonikaku Kawaii
Tonikawa: Over The Moon For You
TV, 2020,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
The perfect fantasy for lonely sad virgins.
Yofukashi no Uta
Call of the Night
TV, 2022,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:10
Worth watching just for the characters and the atmosphere (and the tasteful ecchi).
Kaguya-sama wa Kokurasetai: Tensai-tachi no Renai Zunousen
Kaguya-sama: Love is War
TV, 2019,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
This just has to be on any list, doesn't it?
TV, 2010,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Ignoring the terrible ending, this is actually a great show.
Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai!
Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions!
TV, 2012,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Dekomori best girl.
Tomo-chan wa Onnanoko!
Tomo-chan Is a Girl!
TV, 2023,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:7
It's so good that the side characters eclipse the main characters.
ONA, 2022,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
This is more like an anti-romance, but good humor and some serious scenes.
Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru
My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999
TV, 2023,
13 eps
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Author:8
Similar premise to the above, pretty good show so far.
Suki na Ko ga Megane wo Wasureta
The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses
TV, 2023,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:8
The main premise is really stupid but the girl is cute.
Mamahaha no Tsurego ga Motokano datta
My Stepmom's Daughter Is My Ex
TV, 2022,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:6
Not terribly special, but has a few amusing scenes and dialogues.
Isshuukan Friends.
One Week Friends
TV, 2014,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Cute vanilla school romance with an unusual premise.
Net-juu no Susume
Recovery of an MMO Junkie
TV, 2017,
10 eps
Me:-
Author:7
A saccharine fairy tale for gamers.
High Score Girl
Hi Score Girl
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.
Kekkon suru tte, Hontou desu ka
365 Days to the Wedding
TV, 2024,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:6
This is quite fun.
5-toubun no Hanayome
The Quintessential Quintuplets
TV, 2019,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
The king of all harems (just pretend the film never happened).
Bokutachi wa Benkyou ga Dekinai
We Never Learn: BOKUBEN
TV, 2019,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:6
Poor man's Quintessential Quintuplets. Not terrible but not that great either. Can be entertaining tho.
Kanojo, Okarishimasu
Rent-a-Girlfriend
TV, 2020,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
It's not great but also doesn't deserve the hate. Just solid romcom if you don't overthink it. Also Sora Amamiya.
OVA, 2008,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:10
If you love ecchi this is S-tier. One of the horniest non-hentai shows that I know. No holding back. A more tame TV series exists too alongside the OVA.
Midara na Ao-chan wa Benkyou ga Dekinai
Ao-chan Can't Study!
TV, 2019,
12 eps
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Author:6
Just a dumb ecchi comedy.
Dakara Boku wa, H ga Dekinai.
So, I Can't Play H!
TV, 2012,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Another ecchi, and one of the better ones. Watch for the hot tsundere (with a satisfying ending). Be prepared for a lot of cultu ... I mean fanservice.
Oroka na Tenshi wa Akuma to Odoru
The Foolish Angel Dances with the Devil
TV, 2024,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Gabriel Dropout vibes but romance. Pretty entertaining though not terribly original.
TV, 2022,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:6
Very generic magic academy setting. Nothing is distinctive about this save the very sexy and adorable main girl. Ok fanservice.
Zero no Tsukaima
The Familiar of Zero
TV, 2006,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:8
It's mainly an isekai but the romance is at the center stage so it's on the list. also worth watching just for the good story and plot.
Ookami to Koushinryou
Spice and Wolf
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.
Kamisama Hajimemashita
Kamisama Kiss
TV, 2012,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Great characters, good humor, nice story. Just a good shoujo romance comedy.
Taishou Otome Otogibanashi
Taisho Otome Fairy Tale
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Great romance despite the creepy undertones. Cool historical setting.
TV, 2023,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:6
Worth watching for the cool male tsundere character.
Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon
My Happy Marriage
TV, 2023,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Another shoujo. The characters are a bit like caricatures, but still a pretty enjoyable show.
Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu
Why Raeliana Ended up at the Duke's Mansion
TV, 2023,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:6
Another OK shoujo.
Koe no Katachi
A Silent Voice
Movie, 2016,
1 ep
Me:-
Author:8
Solid drama. Interesting character development.
Natsu e no Tunnel, Sayonara no Deguchi
The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes
Movie, 2022,
1 ep
Me:-
Author:9
I think it's better than Kimi no Na wa.
Tsuki to Laika to Nosferatu
Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Despite what the bizarre premise might lead you to think this is actually an enjoyable and touching romance story. Unbelievably cute main girl. Very similar to Darling in the FranXX but less heavy.
Urasekai Picnic
Otherside Picnic
TV, 2021,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
Stalker the girls love anime. Hard to classify, just give it a shot.
TV, 2004,
13 eps
Me:-
Author:8
If you don't like the topic of incest you can skip, but hear me out. This is one of the most realistic and serious romance animes out there, together with Higehiro. Makes you think and feel all sorts of things. Deserves much higher score.
Yesterday wo Utatte
Sing "Yesterday" for Me
TV, 2020,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
Somewhat cliche but still worth watching.
Koi to Uso
Love and Lies
TV, 2017,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:8
The wild premise makes for a good plot (and best kiss scenes.)
TV, 2018,
12 eps
Me:-
Author:7
It is offensive, creepy, and the ending is terrible, but still great romance because the two main girls have interesting and striking personalities.
Kuzu no Honkai
Scum's Wish
TV, 2017,
12 eps
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Author:7
The whole thing is pretty bizarre, but if you are into drama and psychology this is for you.
Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso
Your Lie in April
TV, 2014,
22 eps
Me:-
Author:7
It can get tedious in term of pacing but it has its moments. Not an easy watch.
Kimi no Suizou wo Tabetai
I Want To Eat Your Pancreas
Movie, 2018,
1 ep
Me:-
Author:8
Similar to "your lie in April", it's predictable but well done nonetheless.
Kotonoha no Niwa
The Garden of Words
Movie, 2013,
1 ep
Me:-
Author:6
Worth watching for the gorgeous animation and scenery although the story feels rushed. Guess it has its moments. Oh yeah, and it's about feet.
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