1. Sesshomaru's Embrace - InuYasha 2000
Sesshomaru's Embrace recounts the journey to collect the shards of the Shikon Jewel by the half-demon Inu Yasha and high school student Kagome Higurashi.
Inu Yasha, Kagome Higurashi's predecessor, was sealed to a tree. Centuries later, Kagome accidentally time-travels and releases Inu Yasha from the seal. A battle for the Shikon Jewel ensues between the high school girl, demons, and half-demons, shattering the jewel into numerous pieces.
With the guidance of the village's oldest priestess, Kagome successfully tames Inu Yasha. The adventure to retrieve the jewel fragments and combat supernatural creatures plotting humanity's demise begins. The series paints a magical world cohabited by humans and mystical beings with extraordinary powers, ensuring an enthralling experience for the audience.
- Genre: Romance, Magic, Supernatural
- Release Date: 10/16/2000
- Duration: 193 episodes, 24 minutes/episode
- Author: Rumiko Takahashi
- Directors: Masashi Ikeda, Yasunao Aoki
- IMDb Rating: 7.9/10


2. The Marvelous Encounter - Amagami SS 2010
The Wonders of Love revolves around high school student Junichi Tachibana and his romantic relationships with beautiful schoolgirls. On a Christmas night two years ago, Junichi suffered heartbreak from a harsh breakup. As a result, he despises Christmas nights.
However, he later receives affection from Kaoru Tanamachi - his childhood friend secretly in love with him, or Tsukasa Ayatsuji - a talented, beautiful class president. Will happiness come on the Christmas night two years later? Watch the series to find out!
- Genre: Romance
- Release Date: 07/02/2010
- Duration: 26 episodes + 2 specials, 24 minutes/episode
- Author: Enterbrain
- Director: Yoshimasa Hiraike
- IMDb Rating: 6.9/10


3. Our Youth - Tsuki ga Kirei 2017
Our Youth - Tsuki ga Kirei tells the story of classmates Akane Mizuno and Kotarō Azumi – both third-year junior high students. The narrative captures the characters' coming-of-age experiences, their relationships with peers, clubmates, teachers, and parents. It delves into the love story of these young students in an age of change and unpredictable emotions.
Initially close friends, they progress to become a couple. Throughout this journey, misunderstandings, disagreements, and fleeting anger become catalysts strengthening their bond. The series reminds us of the beautiful, emotionally rich aspects of youth.
- Genre: Romance, School
- Release Date: 04/06/2017
- Duration: 10 episodes, 24 minutes/episode
- Author: Yuko Kakihara
- Director: Seiji Kishi
- IMDb Rating: 7.8/10


4. The Ghost Girl - Dusk Maiden of Amnesia 2012
The Ghost Girl unveils the mystery behind the death of high school girl Yuuko. With the help of student Teiichi Niiya - who can see ghosts - and other members of the Occult Research Club, Yuuko gradually unravels the truth behind her demise. The love between the living and the dead begins to blossom...
The series keeps viewers on the edge with suspenseful and eerie scenes, yet provides intrigue as the detective work slowly untangles the plot.
- Genre: Romance, Horror
- Release Date: 04/08/2012
- Duration: 12 episodes + 1 special, 24 minutes/episode
- Author: Maybe
- Director: Shin Oonuma
- IMDb Rating: 7.4/10


5. Eternal Oath - Record of Grancrest War 2018
The story unfolds in a chaotic continent. This chaos harbors a great peril. Fortunately, the lords of the land possess Crests (Holy Marks) that can stabilize order and protect the people. However, an unforeseen event occurs.
The lords forsake the ideal of purifying this chaos; instead, they turn against each other, killing to seize the Crests of others for dominion. The plot follows Siluca - a mage with a deep disdain for the lords, and Theo - a knight on a quest to liberate his homeland from ruthless rule. Siluca and Theo forge an eternal oath with each other. As master and servant, they journey together to redeem this war-torn and unstable land...
- Genre: Romance, Action
- Release Date: 01/06/2018
- Duration: 24 episodes, 24 minutes/episode
- Author: Ryo Mizuno
- Director: Shinichi Omata
- IMDb Rating: 7.2/10


6. Red-Haired Snow White - Akagami no Shirayuki Hime 2015 Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Red-Haired Snow White narrates the challenging journey of the herbalist Shirayuki to escape forced marriage and fulfill her dream of traveling to heal the poor.
One day, Shirayuki accidentally stumbles into the kingdom ruled by Prince Zen Wisteria. Through misunderstandings and suspicions, they gradually become close friends. From then on, she embarks on adventures with his group. The love between a prince of one land and the red-haired girl from another kingdom slowly blossoms...
- Genre: Fantasy, Romance
- Release Date: 07/06/2015
- Duration: 24 episodes + 1 special, 24 minutes/episode
- Author: Akizuki Sorata
- Director: Masahiro Andou
- IMDb Rating: 7.8/10


7. Sincerely Yours - Seiren 2007
Sincerely Yours is the tale of the charismatic Shouichi Kamita and the beauties in his high school. To alleviate the stress of academic pressure, Shouichi Kamita seeks to meet and court various charming girls like Hikari Tsuneki, vibrant and adorable, and Kyouko Touno, studious and composed. As the girls discover each other's existence, complications follow Shouichi Kamita...
The series serves as a reminder to those juggling multiple romantic interests: in matters of the heart, treat others sincerely rather than viewing love as a game.
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
- Release Date: 01/05/2017
- Duration: 12 episodes, 24 minutes/episode
- Author: Kisai Takayama
- Director: Tomoki Kobayashi
- IMDb Rating: 5.8/10

