Top 25 Must Watch Romance Anime

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Today we decided to embark on a journey to rank the Top 25 best Romance Anime for you to watch. So here it is. 

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25. The Ancient Magus’ Bride 

Chise Hitori was the child nobody wanted. Told by her mother that she should never be born and passed from one neglected caregiver to another. The young girl grew up feeling lost, hopeless, and emotionally numb. At fifteen, he sells himself into slavery, desperately looking for a home where someone. Whoever wants to be there, is bought by a mysterious creature with a skull instead of ahead. He takes Chise to his home in England and introduces her to the world of talking animals, dragons, and fairies. Declaring that she will become his student of magic … as well as his fiancée! 

24. Maid-Sama! 

The head of the Student Council of nearly all Seika High School boys. Misaki Ayuzawa works every day to make life easier for the small student population that enrolls there. Though he is a godless fear to all-male beings during school hours, to ensure the livelihood of his impoverished family. He secretly works after school at the maid’s cafe in Akihabara. However, when Usui Takumi’s handsome campus wanders into a restaurant. During his shift, he suddenly finds his reputation in the school at his mercy. 

23. Katanagatari 

In the aftermath of the revolt that shook Japan twenty years earlier, Togame Hida, chief executive, and military strategist is looking for 12 “deviant blades” created by the swordfish master. Shikizaki Kiki to help increase the stability and security of the Bakufu government. To help in this endeavor. He seeks the help of Yasuri Mutsune, the headmaster of the Kyoto-Ryu school and the protagonist of the rebellion. But when he arrives on the island where he lives in exile, he finds him dead and is succeeded by his gifted but somewhat stupid son, Shichik. Undaunted, the two set off from the island in search of swords, armed only with Togami’s sharp strategic mind and the powerful swordless Kyoto-Ryu Shichiki. 

22. Yona of the Dawn 

In the kingdom of Kouka, Princess Yona lives a quiet but safe life with her pacifist father, King II. Surrounded by caring servants and protected by her bodyguard Hook, the only difficulties in Yona’s life are her unruly red hair and trying to convince her father to let her marry her cousin, Soo-wan. However, on the night of her sixteenth birthday, Yona suddenly loses everything that is dear to her and is forced to leave the castle. With no one but Hook to protect her, Yona realizes that she must become strong if she is to survive. She sets out in search of allies, and the ancient legend of the Crimson Dragon King and his four Dragon Warriors may be her key to reclaiming her kingdom. 

21. Toradora! 

Ryuuji Takasu has a rich life: his classmates think he is a criminal because of his killer eyes; his fascination with Minori always seems to be out of reach; unfortunately, he just encountered the “hand-sized taiga”- a pugnacious and delicate girl in her class. With different habits and temperaments related to cleaning, both elements clash like night and day; that is, except for the fact that Taiga and Ryuuji have a crush on the other’s good friend! With the school rumors full, the duo must now work together to play matchmaker for each other. Who will end up with their true love? 

20. The Tatami Galaxy 

Man is unhappy. Despite all his dreams of a “Rose-Colored Campus Life” filled with raven-haired girls who adore him, his social life goes nowhere. There is no girlfriend, his only good friend keeps getting him in trouble, and the circle he has joined does not make him happy. So he tries again and again, living his first two years of college life ad nauseam, making different decisions each time, not remembering having done it before. Will a man ever be pleased with how his life will turn out? 

19. Nodame Cantabile: Finale 

Chiaki and Nodame are still in Paris, ready to take their music to the next level. Nodame in particular begins to show an unprecedented motivation to play the piano but learns that new obstacles emerge with his newfound advances. Continuing the taste of frustration and triumph, he slowly realizes that the path to piano fame now seems more arduous and distant than ever before. Things are gaining momentum – will her maturing relationship with Chiaki help or hurt her? It is one of the top romance anime.

18. Nodame Cantabile 

Hardworking and tense Chiaki is well known as the best pianist in his school and dreams of becoming a world-class conductor like his idol, Viera; but his fear of flying (which prevents him from studying abroad) coupled with a recent break-up and dismissal from a piano instructor make the future both bleak and improbable. After falling outside his apartment, drunk, Chiaki accidentally meets a young woman named Nodame who, while quite gifted at the piano, is dirty, clumsy, and random. Though they are nearly opposites, they begin to get closer and work together to overcome obstacles in their careers. It is one of the top romance anime.

17. The Girl Who Leapt Through Time 

Makoto Konno is a somewhat stupid and tomboy high school student who spends most of her time with two friends. Things change one day when he suddenly gains the ability to leap back in time! At first, she uses her newfound skill to prevent her sister from stealing the dessert, cheating on a test, and singing karaoke for 10 hours. However, the small changes she makes to the timeline turned out to have unforeseen consequences that turn into dramatic and deadly situations for her and her surroundings … It is one of the top romance anime.

16. Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai 

Puberty syndrome It is reported that abnormal experiences on the Internet are caused by the sensitivity and instability of adolescence. This year, Sakuta Azusakawa, a sophomore and high school student near Enoshima, met several people who are experiencing this kind of “maturation syndrome”. For example, he meets a wild bunny in the library that turns out to be an actress on recess, Mai Sakurajima, who also has a high school diploma. For a reason, no one can see this pleasant girl. Become invisible? It is one of the top romance anime.

15. Snow White with the Red Hair 2nd Season 

After Zen confessed his feelings to her, the young herbalist continued her studies, and the prince redoubled his efforts to keep up with her pace. But just as everything seemed to fall into place, Shirayuki is happily suspended. An old enemy has arrived with serious news that the mysterious boy is looking for a girl with red hair – but his intentions are unknown. With the kingdom of Clarines on high alert, Tanbarun receives an invitation that Shirayuki to be the guest of honor at Prince Raja’s upcoming ball. Preparing for the prince’s simpleton was one thing, but nothing could have prepared Shirayuki for the greater adventure ahead. When the mystery boy finally catches up with her, the beautiful girl is pulled into a harrowing journey of confronting her past as she decides what the future holds for her. It is one of the top romance anime.

14. The Stranger by the Shore 

On an island off the coast of Okinawa, two young men meet at the beach. Shun Hashimoto is Homosexual and craves to be a novelist. She takes an interest in Mio Chibana, a gloomy high school student, and starts flirting with him. Day after day, the two get closer to each other, but suddenly Mio decides to leave the island. Three years later, Mio returns and says to Shun, “I’ve been thinking about this for the last three years. I like you Shun, even if you are a guy. ” However, faced with the prospect of becoming lovers with Mio, Shun cannot take the first step towards commitment. It is one of the top romance anime. 

13. Kids on the Slope 

Lonely Kaoru Nishimi has lost count of the number of times he has moved schools thanks to his father’s career in the Navy. He has recently landed in Kyushu, but most of his classmates are immediately hostile to him and suspicious of his elite past. Only two other students don’t mind who he is – the infamously rough Sentarou and gentle Ritsuko. Unbeknownst to Kaoru, they have a passion for jazz and intend to pull him out of his rigid, joyless world into their loose, rocking self-expression. Through frustration, love, and despair, Kaoru will realize that life has a lot to do for him! It is one of the top romance anime.

12. Ouran High School Host Club 

Ouran High School is a school for extremely rich people, and for Haruhi, it is a school for extremely talented people. But no talent will help when Haruhi accidentally drops an eight million yen vase in the music room. The vase was owned by Ouran High School Host Club, a group of attractive young men who, for a fee, devote their time and affection to their loving clientele: college students. Fascinated by this strange new specimen, the poor and clumsy mob, forces Haruhi to work for them until the debt is paid; but they get much more than they expected. It is one of the top romance anime.

11. Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day 

Long ago, young Meiko Honma tragically died, and her close-knit group of friends, shocked by the event, dispersed. Now, ten years later, Meiko has reappeared as a ghost that only Jinta can see, a former gang leader and a staunch introverted spirit. All she wants is for Jinta to grant her last wish so that she can move on to the afterlife, but without remembering what it was, the teenager must gather her old friends and discover what will allow his beloved friend to rest in peace. With so many unspeakable feelings, can this group resolve their conflict and help the spirit of the girl they once adored? It is one of the top romance anime.

10. Kamisama Kiss 2nd Season 

Nanami, the God of the Country, returns with the handsome fox, Tomoe’s friend by his side! He got off to a difficult start as a newly ordained god and finally found his footing in the world of spirits, demons, and gods. However, not everything is magically going well. Nanami’s feelings for Tomoe grow stronger, but Tomoe turns from hot to cold faster than the weather god! And he’s not the only capricious demon. The flowers in Kurama’s mountain home are dying, and the person behind the withering wildlife is none other than his brother Jirou! It is one of the top romance anime.

9. Fate/stay night: Heaven’s Feel II. lost butterfly 

Shirou Emiya made a choice: to continue the fight and protect Sakura Matou. Due to Zoukena Matou’s participation in the Holy Grail War and the summons of the Servant of the True Killer, the situation begins to distort, constantly getting worse day by day. Determined to protect Sakura and not betray her, Shirou refuses to leave the battle. While Sakura is worried about Shirou, she is also caught up in her fate as a mage. However, their ardent desires will be crushed by the mysterious black shadow that covers the city, killing the Masters and Servants one by one. It is one of the top romance anime.

8. Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu 

When the petty crook is released from prison, he is determined to change his life by studying with Grand Rakugo Master Yakumo VIII, inspired by his performance of “Shinigami” during his imprisonment. Unexpectedly, the old man agreed to train him and brought the new student back to his home. He named him ” Yotaro”, which is a classic rakugo word meaning “fool.” Yakumo has a lot to learn about the art of rakugo, but both he and his ward Konatsu – a hot-tempered young woman whose father was also a famous storyteller – are difficult people with a shared dark past. Yakumo refuses to train her, claiming that Rakugo World is not a place for women, Konatsu vowed to kill him, claiming Yakumo murdered her father! It is one of the top romance anime.

6. Heaven Official’s Blessing 

Xie Lian, the heir to the throne of the Xian Le Kingdom, successfully ascended to Heaven on his third attempt, despite subsequent demotion. However, he accidentally breaks the Golden Palace of heavenly officials. Without human worship, Xie Lian must descend into the secular world to exorcise the spirits that can help him sustain his divinity. During his adventure, Xie Lian meets two heavenly officials and a mysterious young man in red. The Four, as a team, experience many strange events and gradually learn about the dark past of the seemingly dazzling Heaven. It is one of the top romance anime.

5. Hotarubi no Mori e 

During a summer visit to her uncle, six-year-old Hotaru gets lost in the woods outside the village. The afraid crying girl was finally rescued by a gentle youkai named Gin. He was carrying a curse. If someone touched him, he would disappear. Although they have no physical contact, they become close friends. But after a few short years, it becomes clear that Gin is aging more slowly than humans, so while Hotaru grows up and changes, Gin remains stagnant. How will Hotaru adapt to the complex emotions she develops as she and Gina ages gradually converge? It is one of the top romance anime.

4. I Want to Eat Your Pancreas 

One day, an unnamed protagonist finds a diary in the hospital. The diary belongs to his classmate, a girl named Sakura Yamauchi, who suffers from a terminal pancreatic disease and only has a few months to live. Sakura explains that the protagonist is the only person other than her family who knows about her condition. The protagonist promises to keep Sakura’s secret. Despite completely different personalities, the protagonist decides to be together with Sakura for the last few months. It is one of the top romance anime.

3. Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl 

In Fujisawa City, where the sky is clear and beautiful, Sakuta Azusagawa is in the second grade of high school. His happy days with his girlfriend and senior student Mai Sakurajima were interrupted by the appearance of Shoko Makinohara of his first love. For unknown reasons, he met two Shoko: one was a junior high school student, and the other was a grown-up. As Sakuta lives helplessly with Shoko-ami, the adult Shoko leads him by the nose, causing a huge rift in his relationship with Mai. In all of this, he discovers that Shoko’s junior high is suffering from a severe disease and his scar begins to pulsate. It is one of the top romance anime.

2. Howl’s Moving Castle 

Responsible Sophie has led a relatively normal life, safe within the walls of the hat shop where she works; because outside, rumor has it, the evil wizard Howl is roaming the ground in his movable black castle. After a random and mystical encounter, poor Sophie is transformed by a witch’s spell that makes her look like an old woman, and thus sets out on an adventure to find Howl’s Castle and end her curse. A mysterious world of talking flames, sentient scarecrows, and a lot of magic awaits. It is one of the top romance anime.

1. Clannad After Story 

The summer break is over; the second semester started for Tomoya, Nagisa, and others and not much has changed. With Tomoya’s relationship with his father still uncertain, he continues to live with Nagisa and her family, even if it means having to organize a baseball team for the family bakery. School life is normal and Sunohara is as carefree as ever; however, as his sister, Mei expresses her concerns for him, a series of events that ensue strains Sunohara and Tomoya’s friendship. Whether it’s to save a person from himself or to convey messages from the past, one thing is for sure: no matter how difficult things are, good friends will always be there to help. 

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