Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and whether you’re celebrating with a significant other, your best friends, or with just a very comfy blanket, it is the perfect excuse to binge-watch some romance anime. You know the kind: the ones that make your heart race, your stomach do flips, and maybe even bring a tear to your eye (we’re not judging).
From sweet high school crushes to adult dating struggles, this list has something for everyone—no couple’s dinner reservation required.
10Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku
Adult relationships can be messy, but if you’re an otaku, they can be even messier. Enter Wotakoi, where Narumi, a secret yaoi fangirl, and her childhood friend Hirotaka, a serious gamer, try to navigate romance in the workplace. It’s awkward, nerdy, and totally relatable, especially if you’ve ever tried balancing your love life with your hobbies. Bonus: the anime is ridiculously funny, which makes those “ugh, I’ve been there” moments even more enjoyable.
9Kimi ni Todoke
Sawako might look like she’s about to haunt your dreams (thanks to her long black hair and reserved nature), but her heart? Pure sweetness. Kazehaya, the most popular guy in school, sees past her ghostly appearance and finds a kindred spirit in her. Their slow-burn romance is like the warm hug you didn’t know you needed. If you’re in the mood for something soft and sincere, this one’s a winner.
8My Love Story
Forget the shy, mysterious guy and the quiet girl—the real romance stars here are Takeo and Rinko. Takeo is a giant teddy bear with a scary face, while Rinko is the cheerful girl who sees past that. Their love story is as sweet as it gets, with a refreshing mix of innocence and sincerity. You’ll be rooting for them from the start, and you’ll probably end up grinning like a fool by the end.
7Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun
Chiyo confesses her feelings to her crush, Nozaki… and he hands her an autograph. Turns out, Nozaki is actually a famous shojo manga artist, and instead of realizing he’s just been confessed to, he ropes her into helping him with his manga. What follows is a whirlwind of hilarious misunderstandings, parodies, and a cast of lovable dorks.
6Sasaki and Miyano
Miyano, a self-proclaimed BL fan, suddenly finds himself starring in his own love story when the cool but kind Sasaki starts taking an interest in him. What follows is a gentle, heartwarming romance that’ll have you smiling like an idiot. If you’re in the mood for an endearing romance, this one’s a go-to.
5Horimiya
This is the kind of romance that just feels real. Horimiya centers around Hori, the popular, responsible girl who’s secretly a domestic nerd, and Miyamura, the quiet, loner guy hiding tattoos and piercings. Their relationship develops slowly, but it’s never overly dramatic. Instead, it’s just two people learning to trust each other, communicating, and growing together. If you’re looking for a love story that feels warm and genuine, this one’s for you.
4Kamisama Kiss
When Nanami is suddenly turned into a land god, she’s thrown into a world of supernatural creatures and deities, including her aloof fox familiar, Tomoe. Their relationship starts rocky but eventually blossoms into something magical. If you’re into romances with a side of fantasy (and a hot fox spirit), Kamisama Kiss will make your heart race and leave you swooning.
3Ouran High School Host Club
What happens when a no-nonsense scholarship student accidentally walks into a fancy host club and ends up breaking something more than their own worth? Chaos, of course. In the middle of pretending to be a boy, all the over-the-top antics and hilariously self-aware shoujo tropes, Ouran High School Host Club has a subtle and sweet love story.
2Yuri on Ice
At first glance, Yuri on Ice is about figure skating—the grueling training, high-stakes competitions, and the immense pressure that comes with being an athlete. But at its heart, it’s a beautiful love story. When Yuri Katsuki gets a second chance at the Olympics with his idol Viktor Nikiforov as his coach, their professional relationship slowly transforms into something deeper. It’s all about trust, support, and emotional growth—plus, it has some of the most beautiful skating choreography you’ll ever see.
1Fruits Basket
Fruits Basket isn’t just another high school romance—it’s about healing, family, and learning to love yourself (People with family issues, this one’s for you). Tohru Honda’s life changes when she moves in with the enigmatic Sohma family, who are cursed to turn into animals from the Chinese Zodiac when hugged by someone of the opposite sex. What starts as a weird (but endearing) premise becomes a journey of emotional growth, deep love, and self-acceptance. It’s a tear-jerker (keep the tissues near you, trust me) with just the right amount of romance to make you swoon.
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