Today is a special day for lovers: Valentine's Day 2025 has arrived in Japan! And, as it could not be different, however animenew is here to dive on this dear date, that goes far beyond chocolates and hearts. Let's explore the best romance anime to celebrate Valentine's Day .
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In Japan, Valentine's Day has a unique touch. While in many countries the date is marked by mutual gift exchanges there, it is women who traditionally present men with chocolates .
1. Kimi ni Todoke
- Japanese title:君に届け
- Launch date: October 6, 2009
- Studio: Production IG
Sawako, a shy girl, tries to approach her crush, Kazehaya, while overcoming misunderstandings and discovers true love.
2. Toradora!
- Japanese title:とらドラ！
- Launch date: October 2, 2008
- Studio: JCStaff
Ryuuji and Taiga form an unlikely pair to conquer the hearts of their respective crushes, but love can come where they least expect it.
3. Clannad
- Japanese title:クラナド
- Launch date: October 4, 2007
- Studio: Kyoto Animation
Tomoya helps several girls with her personal problems, but it is with Nagisa that he discovers the meaning of family and true love.
4. Your Lie in April
- Japanese title:四月は君の嘘
- Launch date: October 9, 2014
- Studio: A-1 Pictures
Kōsei, a prodigy pianist, rediscovers music and love through Kaori, a free and captivating violinist.
5. To Haru Ride
- Japanese title:アオハライド
- Launch date: July 8, 2014
- Studio: Production IG
Futaba meets his first love, Kou, but he is no longer the same. So together, they try to rebuild their connection.
6. Golden Time
- Japanese title:ゴ ゴ ルデンタイム
- Launch date: October 4, 2013
- Studio: JCStaff
Tada Banri, a university student with Amnesia, falls in love with Kōko, but his past returns to challenge his new love.
7. Nana
- Japanese title:ナナ
- Launch date: April 5, 2006
- Studio: Madhouse
Two girls with the same name, Nana, form a strong bond as they sail for complicated loves and musical dreams.
Lovely★Complex
- Japanese title:ラブ ★ コン
- Launch date: April 7, 2007
- Studio: Toei Animation
Risa and ōtani, a couple of opposite heights, begin as friends, but love can come from constant jokes and fights.
9. Sukitte II at Yo
- Japanese title:好きっていいなよ。
- Launch date: October 6, 2012
- Studio: Zexcs
Mei, a lone girl, gets involved with Yamato, the popular boy, in a romance that challenges her insecurities.
10. Kaichou Wa Maid-sama!
- Japanese title:会長はメイド様！
- Launch date: April 2, 2010
- Studio: JCStaff
Misaki, the Student Council chairman, hides her work in a Maid Café, until Takumi, the most popular boy, discovers her secret.
11. Kaguya-sama: Love is War
- Japanese title:かぐや様は告らせたい～天才たちの恋愛頭脳戦～
- Launch date: January 12, 2019
- Studio: A-1 Pictures
Kaguya and Miyuki, two proud geniuses, try to make the other confessing their feelings in a battle of hilarious strategies.
12. Fruits Basket
- Japanese title:フル フル ツバスケット
- Launch date: April 5, 2019
- Studio: TMS Entertainment
Tohru discovers that the Sohma family is cursed, but his love for Kyo and Yuki can break magical and emotional barriers.
13. Horimiya
- Japanese title:ホリミヤ
- Launch date: January 10, 2021
- Studio: CloverWorks
Hori and Miyamura, two schoolmates with opposite personalities, approach and discover a sweet and genuine love.
14. Tsuki ga Kirei
- Japanese title:月がきれい
- Launch date: April 7, 2017
- Studio: Feel.
Akane and Kotarō, two shy teenagers, discover their first love as they deal with youth insecurities.
15. Ore monogatari !!
- Japanese title:俺物語 !!
- Launch date: April 9, 2015
- Studio: Madhouse
To complete the romance anime list, we met Takeo, a big and kind boy, falls in love with Rinko, but thinks she likes her best friend. A novel full of surprises!
What to expect from romance anime?
However, which of these romance anime will enter your Valentine's Day list? Each of these titles brings engaging stories, memorable characters and moments that will make your heart speed up. Share your choice and celebrate love with these classics! 💖
Finally, much of the list we took on the MyanimeList
