Media targeting girls roughly 8-18
Top 18 Shoujo Anime to watch
- 1. Akujiki Reijou to Kyouketsu Koushaku: Sono Mamono, Watashi ga Oishiku Itadakimasu!
- 2. Silent Witch: Chinmoku no Majo no Kakushigoto
- 3. Tensei Akujo no Kuro Rekishi
- 4. Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru
- 5. Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru
- 6. Yubisaki to Renren
- 7. Nana
- 8. Anne Shirley
- 9. Fruits Basket (2019)
- 10. Kanpeki Sugite Kawai-ge ga Nai to Konyaku Haki Sareta Seijo wa Ringoku ni Ura Reru
- 11. Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon
- 12. Akuyaku Reijou Level 99: Watashi wa Ura Boss desu ga Maou de wa Arimasen
- 13. Loop 7-kaime no Akuyaku Reijou wa, Moto Tekikoku de Jiyuu Kimamana Hanayome Seikatsu wo Mankitsu Suru
- 14. Akuyaku Reijou nanode Last Boss wo Kattemimashita
- 15. Honey Lemon Soda
- 16. Yarinaoshi Reijou wa Ryuutei Heika wo Kouryaku-chuu
- 17. Gorilla no Kami kara Kago sareta Reijou wa Ouritsu Kishidan de Kawaigarareru
- 18. Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu
1. Akujiki Reijou to Kyouketsu Koushaku: Sono Mamono, Watashi ga Oishiku Itadakimasu!
Like any proper noble lady, one must have certain acquired tastes. For Melphiera Marchalrayd, she just happens to crave a rather exotic protein—monsters! But do not judge! Despite its bad reputation, monster meat can be used in exquisite cuisine and Melphiera is determined to change the kingdom’s opinion of it! Unfortunately, since debuting in society, Melphiera has been struggling to find her perfect match…until she meets the fearless “Blood-Mad Duke” of Galbraith!
Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! is currently airing . It is also Known as: 悪食令嬢と狂血公爵 ~その魔物、私が美味しくいただきます!~, Akujiki Reijou to Kyouketsu Koushaku: Sono Mamono, Watashi ga Oishiku Itadakimasu!
2. Silent Witch: Chinmoku no Majo no Kakushigoto
Humans couldn’t handle magic without chanting until Monica Everett, the Silent Witch and one of the Seven Sages, made unspoken magecraft possible. Painfully shy, she enjoys seclusion. One day, Louis Miller, the Barrier Mage, delivers the king’s order: Go undercover at a prestigious school for nobles to guard the second prince. Get ready for her silent mission to begin!
Secrets of the Silent Witch is finished and has 13 Episodes. It is also Known as: サイレント・ウィッチ 沈黙の魔女の隠しごと, Sekrety Cichej Wiedźmy
3. Tensei Akujo no Kuro Rekishi
Konoha Satou has a dark history, written throughout middle school—a fantasy adventure of love and magic about the Count’s daughter Konoha Magnolia and the knights who love her! But when it looks like that dark history is going to be uncovered by her mother, Konoha panics and dies in a traffic accident! Opening her eyes, she finds that she’s been reincarnated into the world of her own dark history as Iana Magnolia, the worst villainess of her own creation!
The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess is currently airing . It is also Known as: 転生悪女の黒歴史, Tensei Akujo no Kuro Rekishi
4. Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru
When high schooler Mari bumps into a fellow tardy student, she's surprised to find out he's a beastfolk who's to attend her school! After all, it's not rare for beastfolk to coexist alongside humans, but it's still uncommon, with the prejudice and all. Nervous to meet one at first, Mari soon learns there's more to him than his furry exterior. In fact, the more she gets to know him, the more she finds herself drawn to him, his steadfastness, his kindheartedness, and…his body…
With You, Our Love Will Make It Through is currently airing and it will have 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: キミと越えて恋になる, Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru
5. Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru
Recently dumped, Akane is just about to quit the game she used to play with her boyfriend, when she meets Yamada in the same RPG. Yamada in real life turns out to be somewhat of a legend. The only problem is - he is ONLY interested in the game. As Akane's feelings grow, will Yamada's focus stay on the game?
Loving Yamada at LV999! is finished and has 13 Episodes. It is also Known as: 山田くんとLv999の恋をする, My Lv999 Love for Yamada-kun, My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999
6. Yubisaki to Renren
Yuki Itose is just a typical student dealing with the pressures of college. She is struggling one day on the train when an upperclassman named Itsuomi Nagi helps her out. As he gradually opens a new world to her, Yuki develops feelings for Itsuomi. A pure love story begins to grow.
A Sign of Affection is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: ゆびさきと恋々, Yubisaki to Renren
7. Nana
Nana Komatsu is a helpless, naïve 20-year-old who easily falls in love and becomes dependent and clingy to those around her. Even though she nurses ambitious dreams of removing herself from her provincial roots and finding her true calling, she ends up traveling to Tokyo with the humble reason of chasing her current boyfriend Shouji Endo.
Nana Osaki, on the other hand, is a proud, enigmatic punk rock vocalist from a similarly rural background, who nurtures the desire to become a professional singer. Putting her career with a fairly popular band firmly behind her, she boards the same train to Tokyo as Nana Komatsu.
Through a fateful encounter in their journey toward the metropolis, the young women with the same given name are brought together, sparking a chain of events which eventually result in them sharing an apartment. As their friendship deepens, the two attempt to support each other through thick and thin, their deeply intertwined lives filled with romance, music, challenges, and heartbreaks that will ultimately test their seemingly unbreakable bond.
Nana is finished and has 47 Episodes. It is also Known as: NANA [ナナ], Nana
8. Anne Shirley
On the beautiful Prince Edward Island in Canada, an orphan named Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to Green Gables, the home of Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert. They choose to adopt her anyway, as Anne finds friendship, love, and happiness in her new home. Come along for the story of a pure-hearted and imaginative girl growing up, leaving for college, and returning home a changed woman.
Anne Shirley is finished and has 24 Episodes. It is also Known as: アン・シャーリ, 赤毛のアン (2025), Akage no Anne (2025)
9. Fruits Basket (2019)
High school student Tohru Honda begins living alone in a tent after she loses her mother, who was her only remaining family member.
However, it turns out that the land she pitches her tent on is part of the distinguished Sohma family estate!
When Shigure Sohma sees the value of her housekeeping skills, Tohru ends up living with Yuki Sohma, who is essentially the prince of her school, and Kyo Sohma, who regards Yuki as the enemy.
Still, there’s something Tohru doesn’t know yet: the Sohma family has been bound for centuries by a horrible curse…
Fruits Basket (2019) is finished and has 25 Episodes. It is also Known as: フルーツバスケット, Furuba, Fruits Basket (Zenpen)
10. Kanpeki Sugite Kawai-ge ga Nai to Konyaku Haki Sareta Seijo wa Ringoku ni Ura Reru
Philia’s family has produced saints for generations. It’s no surprise that she’s known as the greatest saint of all time—and set to marry the second prince, Julius. What no one expects is for Julius to call off the engagement, claiming that Philia’s perfection makes her charmless and unlikable. To add insult to injury, Philia is packed off to a neighboring country in exchange for gold and resources, forcing her to leave her homeland! Despite bracing herself for mistreatment, Philia finds a warm welcome in her new town, where she puts her saintly abilities to good use erecting barriers against monsters and curing epidemics. But even as she flourishes in her new life, her homeland is under threat of destruction!
The Too-Perfect Saint: Tossed Aside by My Fiancé and Sold To Another Kingdom is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 完璧すぎて可愛げがないと婚約破棄された聖女は隣国に売られる, Kanpeki Sugite Kawai-ge ga Nai to Konyaku Haki Sareta Seijo wa Ringoku ni Ura Reru
11. Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon
Despite being born into a noble family, Miyo lost her birth mother at a young age and grew up being abused by her stepmother, stepsister, and father.
When she finally receives news that she's to be married off, she finds out that her husband-to-be is Kiyoka, a soldier with a reputation for being cruel and heartless. In fact, he's had numerous previous fiancées who have all fled his household; none lasting even a mere three days.
Resigned to the fact that her family had abandoned her, Miyo knocks on the gate of the Kudou household to find herself greeted by a beautiful man with pale skin. Despite the poor treatment she receives from her husband-to-be during their first meeting, Miyo is unable to return to her old home and spends her time cooking and doing chores. However, as the days pass, Miyo and Kiyoka being to slowly open their hearts to each other...
My Happy Marriage is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: わたしの幸せな結婚, Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon
12. Akuyaku Reijou Level 99: Watashi wa Ura Boss desu ga Maou de wa Arimasen
Yumiella Dolkness is your run-of-the-mill villainess in an otome RPG—except for the fact that she’s also secretly the overpowered hidden boss. But Yumiella wasn’t always Yumiella, you see. In her past life, she was nothing more than an introverted college student and devout gamer. So when she realizes that she’s been reincarnated as a hidden boss, she’s determined to steer clear of the protagonists and avoid her demise at their hands. All she wants is a nice, quiet life. Too bad when her gamer instincts kick in, Yumiella can’t just ignore her awesome stats... A girl’s gotta grind! So, with plenty of time on her hands before starting life at the academy, she gets a little carried away and maxes out her level at 99. And when everyone else finds out, they get the wrong idea about her power—now they think she’s the Demon Lord! Is this OP villainess strong enough to win back the peaceful life she always wanted?!
Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I'm Not the Demon Lord is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 悪役令嬢レベル99 ~私は裏ボスですが魔王ではありません~, Akuyaku Reijou Level 99: Watashi wa Ura Boss desu ga Maou de wa Arimasen
13. Loop 7-kaime no Akuyaku Reijou wa, Moto Tekikoku de Jiyuu Kimamana Hanayome Seikatsu wo Mankitsu Suru
If you think being reincarnated once is a big deal, try seven times. From lowly pharmacist to embattled knight, Rishe has lived many lives. This time around, she’s determined to live in the lap of luxury–but there’s just one catch. To make her extravagant dreams come true, she has to marry the prince who killed her in one of her previous lives! It’s going to take every one of the skills she’s honed over multiple lifetimes to accomplish this goal!
7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy! is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: ループ7回目の悪役令嬢は、元敵国で自由気ままな花嫁生活を満喫する, Loop 7-kaime no Akuyaku Reijou wa, Moto Tekikoku de Jiyuu Kimamana Hanayome Seikatsu wo Mankitsu Suru
14. Akuyaku Reijou nanode Last Boss wo Kattemimashita
When Aileen, the Duke’s daughter, regains her memories of her past life, she realizes she’s barreling toward ruin at full speed. Searching for any way out of her hopeless situation, the method she chooses is to capture the heart of the last boss--the Demon Lord Claude!
I'm the Villainess, So I'm Taming the Final Boss is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 悪役令嬢なのでラスボスを飼ってみました, Akuyaku Reijou nanode Last Boss wo Kattemimashita
15. Honey Lemon Soda
After middle school, with its bullying and nicknames, Uka Ishimori is excited for a fresh start at Hachimitsu High School. Kai Miura, a cool and uninhibited boy, sits next to her in class. Uka remembers she met Kai in middle school and with a single word, he had convinced her to attend Hachimitsu. Though he’s popular, Kai supports Uka in her efforts to fit in with her new classmates.
Honey Lemon Soda is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: ハニーレモンソーダ, Honey Lemon Soda
16. Yarinaoshi Reijou wa Ryuutei Heika wo Kouryaku-chuu
Jill is sentenced to death by the crown prince, her fiancé. But just before she dies, she’s sent back in time six years to the party where their engagement had been decided. To avoid this route of ruin, Jill immediately proposes to the person standing behind her…but it’s the man who was her greatest enemy, Emperor Hadis?! Jill knows all about his future descent into evil. She quickly retracts the proposal, but the delighted Hadis takes her back to his castle and makes her a meal. Completely won over by the food, Jill makes a life-changing decision…
The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: やり直し令嬢は竜帝陛下を攻略中, Yarinaoshi Reijou wa Ryuutei Heika wo Kouryaku-chuu
17. Gorilla no Kami kara Kago sareta Reijou wa Ouritsu Kishidan de Kawaigarareru
Sophia, a timid daughter of a count, just wanted a peaceful life, but the Gorilla God had other plans. Blessed with unmatched strength, she’s thrust into the Royal Knight Order, turning her quiet days into chaos. Now, she must juggle school, the knight life, and her overwhelming power. Who knew gorilla strength could be so complicated?
The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: ゴリラの神から加護された令嬢は王立騎士団で可愛がられる, Gorilla Lady, The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl, ゴリラブコメ
18. Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu
Eunha Park was just a regular girl desperate to get into college, but when she finally does, her elation is cut short as she's pushed off a roof—only to wake up as Raeliana McMillan, a character from a novel whose death serves as the catalyst for the story's events. But Raeliana refuses to die a second time and is determined to change her fate, no matter what!
Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke's Mansion is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 彼女が公爵邸に行った理由, Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu