Isekai except the show ISN'T about the MC fighting people
Anime
A lot of "isekai" shows can be split into two major groups. One is the "wow I can become a vagrant and kill people!" shows, and the other is the "wow I can participate in society/retire!" shows. This list compiles the latter. Obviously there can be a lot of overlap; if the show has a bit of both, I've included them as well. Also, this isn't to say that one is better than the other; there are a lot of great shows that don't belong on this list. I've also added some tensei shows and regular fantasy shows that fit the theme. However, I haven't included shows I've dropped or haven't seen enough to say with certainty, so this is not a complete list. if you know of any I should add, or if you think I've made an error, please let me know (through profile comments or DM or whatever).
Examples of shows which do not belong on this list:
Mushoku Tensei
"I got a USELESS skill that's actually super OP in combat!"
Re:Zero
GATE
Sword Art
Examples of shows which do:
Slime
Food shows
Every single otome-game one
"haha wow guys I became a merchant instead of an adventurer isn't that wacky?"
Log Horizon
Examples of shows which do not belong on this list:
Mushoku Tensei
"I got a USELESS skill that's actually super OP in combat!"
Re:Zero
GATE
Sword Art
Examples of shows which do:
Slime
Food shows
Every single otome-game one
"haha wow guys I became a merchant instead of an adventurer isn't that wacky?"
Log Horizon
Akuyaku Reijou Tensei Ojisan
From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad's Been Reincarnated!
TV, 2025,
12 eps
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I expected it to get stale and repetitive, but it held up surprisingly well. Simple and well-made. I'd consider it a must-watch in this stack.
Around 40 Otoko no Isekai Tsuuhan
The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World
TV, 2025,
13 eps
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Another "man with no ambition gets superpowers" show. If you can get past that hurdle and the annoying pornography, it's alright.
Botsuraku Yotei no Kizoku dakedo, Hima Datta kara Mahou wo Kiwametemita
I'm a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic
TV, 2025,
12 eps
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Author:2
It's about as terrible as you'd expect it to be. Don't waste your time.
Izure Saikyou no Renkinjutsushi?
Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time
TV, 2025,
12 eps
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It's the usual "slop that insults your intelligence" show but worse because there's a pointless B-plot. It's barely watchable
Salaryman ga Isekai ni Ittara Shitennou ni Natta Hanashi
Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four!
TV, 2025,
12 eps
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Unexceptional cushy office worker goes to a fantasy world and gets treated like a god
Maou 2099
Demon Lord 2099
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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"Reverse" isekai in spirit. A bit underrated imo. I enjoyed it.
Hitoribocchi no Isekai Kouryaku
Loner Life in Another World
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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Pretty fun and has a neat premise. Surprisingly good characters despite the large cast due to their simplicity (in a good way, i.e. well-defined).
Rekishi ni Nokoru Akujo ni Naru zo
I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History
TV, 2024,
13 eps
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This show was completely forgettable, but I do remember that I enjoyed it. It's kinda like Hametsu Flag.
Isekai Shikkaku
No Longer Allowed in Another World
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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It probably shouldn't make the list because it's a "hero travels around the world to find (x) or fight a villain or something" show, but I've included it because it's more like the Monogatari Series instead of Mushoku Tensei where he goes around solving people's problems with his special ability.
Dungeon no Naka no Hito
Dungeon People
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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Author:10
It's a good one. Read my review.
Madougushi Dahliya wa Utsumukanai
Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start with Magical Tools
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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I recall that the story doesn't really go anywhere, but it's still pretty alright despite it.
Tensei Kizoku, Kantei Skill de Nariagaru
As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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It starts off sort of promising and has a great premise but you see the problems with the writing a mile away. I still can't believe they made 3 seasons of this. Don't bother
Saijaku Tamer wa Gomi Hiroi no Tabi wo Hajimemashita.
The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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Wholesome loli-MC befriends simple-minded harem of father figures and onii-sans. Like most child-MC isekai, it'll rot your brain, but at least this one doesn't try to stretch it too far.
Gekai Elise
Doctor Elise: The Royal Lady with the Lamp
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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It's another "I teach disgusting peasants that washing your hands reduces infection" show, except this time it feels more earned. All other characters are male.
Akuyaku Reijou Level 99: Watashi wa Ura-Boss desu ga Maou dewa Arimasen
Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I'm Not the Demon Lord
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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You'll like it if you liked the other ones.
Loop 7-kaime no Akuyaku Reijou wa, Moto Tekikoku de Jiyuu Kimama na Hanayome Seikatsu wo Mankitsu suru
7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy!
TV, 2024,
12 eps
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This one was pretty good. The premise is interesting and they execute it well.
TV, 2023,
12 eps
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It's a good one.
![[Oshi no Ko]](https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1812/134736.jpg)
TV, 2023,
11 eps
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Blah blah blah
Honestly it's a bit mediocre; the show loses its focus. Probably doesn't truly belong on this list but it is still technically a tensei show with isekai characteristics.
Honestly it's a bit mediocre; the show loses its focus. Probably doesn't truly belong on this list but it is still technically a tensei show with isekai characteristics.
Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu
Why Raeliana Ended up at the Duke's Mansion
TV, 2023,
12 eps
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It's watchable.
I don't remember much from it.
I don't remember much from it.
Tondemo Skill de Isekai Hourou Meshi
Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill
TV, 2023,
12 eps
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Simple, wholesome, and won't rot your brain.
Benriya Saitou-san, Isekai ni Iku
Handyman Saitou in Another World
TV, 2023,
12 eps
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I have not seen this one. I do know that it probably belongs on this stack though.
Rougo ni Sonaete Isekai de 8-manmai no Kinka wo Tamemasu
Saving 80,000 Gold in Another World for My Retirement
TV, 2023,
12 eps
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In retrospect, this show was quite forgettable, but I do remember that it was pretty good for forgettable isekai trash. I recommend it.
Isekai Ojisan
Uncle from Another World
TV, 2022,
13 eps
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It's an abnormal premise, so I've put it here. I thought it was pretty enjoyable.
Fantasy Bishoujo Juniku Ojisan to
Life with an Ordinary Guy who Reincarnated into a Total Fantasy Knockout
TV, 2022,
12 eps
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Exactly as described
Leadale no Daichi nite
In the Land of Leadale
TV, 2022,
12 eps
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It's a "wow I'm so OP" MMORPG tensei show but it's slice-of-life with literally no action/adventure to speak of, sort of like "Slime 300 Years"
TV, 2021,
12 eps
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Give it a watch if you haven't already. Mainly included on a technicality, sort of like Urasekai Picnic.
Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu
Tsukimichi -Moonlit Fantasy-
TV, 2021,
12 eps
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Reincarnated as a Slime but different
Slime Taoshite 300-nen, Shiranai Uchi ni Level Max ni Nattemashita
I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level
TV, 2021,
12 eps
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Eh, it was ok
I'm looking forward to the newest season
I'm looking forward to the newest season
Urasekai Picnic
Otherside Picnic
TV, 2021,
12 eps
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Not really typical fantasy/isekai, but I guess they technically "go to another world" so I've added it. Not much fighting, mostly just spooky.
TV, 2020,
12 eps
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I remember this one was pretty extreme fantasy MMORPG isekai slop, but I also remember it was pretty good despite it, so I've included it in this list.
Otome Game no Hametsu Flag shika Nai Akuyaku Reijou ni Tensei shiteshimatta...
My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!
TV, 2020,
12 eps
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You've probably already seen this one.
Mairimashita! Iruma-kun
Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun
TV, 2019,
23 eps
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Kid goes to isekai school
It's pretty good
It's pretty good
Honzuki no Gekokujou: Shisho ni Naru Tame ni wa Shudan wo Erandeiraremasen
Ascendance of a Bookworm
TV, 2019,
14 eps
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This show is a waste of your time. Only included because it fits the stack description.
Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
TV, 2018,
24 eps
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You've probably already seen this one.
At first it was very promising but it really stalled in later seasons.
At first it was very promising but it really stalled in later seasons.
Isekai Shokudou
Restaurant to Another World
TV, 2017,
12 eps
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Episodic show where you meet wacky characters
Youjo Senki
Saga of Tanya the Evil
TV, 2017,
12 eps
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Lots of fighting, but it's well done instead of it being filler trash. Also lots of the show ISN'T fighting.
Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo!
KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!
TV, 2016,
10 eps
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Author:10
You've probably already seen this one.
No Game No Life
No Game, No Life
TV, 2014,
12 eps
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By definition, it does not belong on this list. However, the way they fight people is unique enough that I'll include it here. Also just a great show in general.
Slime Taoshite 300-nen, Shiranai Uchi ni Level Max ni Nattemashita: Sono Ni
I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Season 2
TV, 2025,
12 eps
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Sequel to another entry. Added for visibility.
For the record, I haven't seen it yet, but I assume it's more of the same.
For the record, I haven't seen it yet, but I assume it's more of the same.
Ore wa Seikan Kokka no Akutoku Ryoushu!
I'm the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire!
TV, 2025,
12 eps
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Another show from Spring 2025 I've preemptively added.
The premise sounds iffy, but I'll give it a shot once it's fully released.
The premise sounds iffy, but I'll give it a shot once it's fully released.
