The best romance anime of all time

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 .

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