Anime and romance have always gone hand in hand, but we usually see the characters at school or getting to know each other with that drama of “ Am I in love with so-and-so? I have never felt this before ”. The anime on this list are about couples who are determined and who know what they are feeling . So if you like romance anime without the initial drama, here are some couples trying to live married life in the best way possible.
5 – Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon (My Happy Marriage)
Miyo Saimori, a young woman who has suffered a life of misery due to family neglect after her mother's death, receives an unexpected turn of events when her father forces her to marry Kiyoka Kudou, a man known for being callous. Despite expectations, Kiyoka shows kindness and love to Miyo, offering her a chance to escape her abusive family and embrace happiness in her new life.
- Release year: 2020
- Number of episodes: 12
- Where to watch: Crunchyroll
4 – Taishou Otome Otogibanashi (Taisho Otome Fairy Tale)
Tamahiko Shima, a pessimist who lives alone in the mountains of Chiba after a car accident left him with his right hand useless, receives a visit from Yuzuki Tachibana, a 14-year-old girl who was sent to be his future wife. Although she was sold as a bride to pay off family debts, Yuzuki is caring and devoted to Tamahiko. The story explores how this unexpected relationship can affect Tamahiko's monotonous life.
- Release year: 2021
- Number of episodes: 12
- Where to watch: Crunchyroll
3 – Tonikaku Kawaii (Tonikawa)
Nasa Yuzaki, a student determined to succeed, has an unexpected encounter with a beautiful girl named Tsukasa. After an accident, he asks her out, and she agrees, as long as they get married. The story follows the development of this super cute relationship while revealing some mysteries about Tsukasa.
- Release year: 2020
- Number of episodes: 12
- Where to watch: Crunchyroll and Funimation
2 – Soredemo Sekai wa Utsukushii (Still World is Beautiful)
In the Kingdom of the Sun, where sunlight is common and rain is unknown, Livius Ifrikia, a conquering king, decides to marry Nike Remercier, a princess from the distant Duchy of Rain, where people can create rain with their voices. Despite rumors about Livius' cruelty, when Nike meets him, she discovers that he is very different from what she imagined.
- Release year: 2014
- Number of episodes: 12
- Where to watch: Crunchyroll
1 – Spy x Family
The “Twilight” spy assumes the identity of “Loid Forger,” a respected psychiatrist, as he seeks information about politician Donovan Desmond. To do this, he forms a fake family with the help of Yor, an assassin known as “Princess Thorn”, and Anya, a girl with telepathic abilities. Despite deceptive appearances, the Forger family discovers the value of the love they share as they keep their secrets and face challenges together.
- Release year: 2022
- Number of episodes: Ongoing
- Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Bonus: Gokushufudou (The Way Of The Househusband)
Legendary gangster “Immortal Dragon” Tatsu, known for his battles with rival gangs, abandoned the criminal life and became a dedicated housewife. He strives to be an efficient homemaker, mastering cooking, shopping and performing household chores. Despite his controversial past, Tatsu is determined to lead a peaceful life with his wife, Miku, promising to be a better person for her, but some old habits get in the way.
- Release year: 2021
- Number of episodes: 5 episodes (Part 1)
- Where to watch: Netflix
Romance anime explore not only first love, but also stories of married couples, offering a rich mix of romance, humor and deep themes. Although they all involve couples, each one has a unique dynamic, ranging from intense dramas to light comedies, making each experience unique.
Finally, which couples were missing from the list (?!)
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