The 15 Best Romance Anime of All Time
From heart-fluttering rom-coms to tear-jerking dramas, here are the best romance anime of all time — the must-watch love stories for every mood.
Romance anime spans giddy rom-coms and devastating dramas. Here are the best love stories the medium has to offer — a list for every mood.
Quick answer For the best starting points, watch Kaguya-sama: Love is War (rom-com), Horimiya (sweet and low-drama), and Violet Evergarden (emotional).
The best romance anime
| Anime | Best for |
|---|---|
| Kaguya-sama: Love is War | Hilarious rom-com mind-games |
| Horimiya | A sweet, refreshingly drama-free romance |
| Violet Evergarden | Gorgeous, tear-jerking emotion |
| Spy x Family | Heartwarming fake-family comedy |
| Oshi no Ko | Romance tangled with showbusiness drama |
Other essentials include Your Name, A Silent Voice, Clannad, Toradora, Fruits Basket, Your Lie in April, Maid Sama, My Dress-Up Darling, Wotakoi and Nana — each a classic in its own corner of the genre.
How to pick
Want to laugh? Go rom-com with Kaguya-sama or Spy x Family. Want to cry? Violet Evergarden and the great films deliver. Want a warm, easy watch? Horimiya is hard to beat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best romance anime?
Kaguya-sama: Love is War and Violet Evergarden top many lists, for comedy and emotion respectively.
What is a good romance anime for beginners?
Horimiya and Spy x Family are very accessible, with warm, easy-to-love romances.
What is the saddest romance anime?
Violet Evergarden, Clannad and the film A Silent Voice are among the most emotional, tear-jerking romances.
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