Best shoujo anime
399 anime about shoujo, ranked by community score. Tags come from AniList voters; the percentage on each title page says how strongly the tag applies.
Highest rated
3.7Ashita no Nadja
TV · 2003 · 50 ep
Ashita no NadjaTV · 2003 · 50 ep3.7This story takes place about one hundred years ago. Nadja is a bright, cheerful girl who was raised in an orphanage near London, England. Nadja was entrusted to the orphanage when she was a baby. So she thought her father and mother were…
3.7Baby and Me
TV · 1996 · 35 ep
Baby and MeAkachan to BokuTV · 1996 · 35 ep3.7Two months ago, Takuya Enoki's mother passed away in an accident leaving him to take care of his baby brother, Minoru, while their father works the long hours of a Japanese "salaryman". Takuya must sacrifice playtime and childhood to take…
3.7Aim for the Ace!: Another Match
OVA · 1988 · 13 ep
Aim for the Ace!: Another MatchAce wo Nerae! 2OVA · 1988 · 13 ep3.7Three years has passed since the events of the first series. Hiromi continued training with her coach and became Japan's junior champion. Their common profits have also contributed to the coach being chosen as the first trainer of the…
3.6No.6
TV · 2011 · 11 ep
No.6TV · 2011 · 11 ep3.6In a near future world, after the last great war, most of mankind lives in a handful of city states. There, for the privileged elite, life should be perfect. But for young Shion, the only thing perfect has been the nightmare his life has…
3.6May I Ask for One Final Thing?
TV · 2025 · 13 ep
May I Ask for One Final Thing?Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai shitemo Yoroshii deshou kaTV · 2025 · 13 ep3.6Scarlet has put up with her fiancé’s bullying long enough. Not only is Second Prince Kyle arrogant and crude, but he suddenly called off their engagement during a ball. And if things couldn’t get any worse, he then accuses her of a crime…
3.6Sugar Apple Fairy Tale
TV · 2023 · 12 ep
Sugar Apple Fairy TaleTV · 2023 · 12 ep3.6In a world where fairies are bought and sold to the highest bidder, humans aren’t exactly on friendly terms with the fae folk. But friendship is exactly what Anne Halford seeks with Challe, her new fairy bodyguard, though he’s not so keen…
3.6Kakuriyo -Bed & Breakfast for Spirits-
TV · 2018 · 26 ep
Kakuriyo -Bed & Breakfast for Spirits-Kakuriyo no YadomeshiTV · 2018 · 26 ep3.6The series centers on a female college student named Aoi, who inherited the ability to see spirits from her late grandfather. Aoi prides herself on her cooking, and one day she's feeding some agricultural spirits when suddenly a god and…
Mature
3.6Raven of the Inner Palace
TV · 2022 · 13 ep
Raven of the Inner PalaceKoukyuu no KarasuTV · 2022 · 13 ep3.6Deep within the inner palace lives a special consort who does not serve the emperor despite her position as a consort. She is known as the Raven Consort. People who have seen her say she looks like an old woman, while others say she looks…
3.6Orange: Future
Movie · 2016 · 1 ep
Orange: FutureOrange: MiraiMovie · 2016 · 1 ep3.6This film retells the main story from the viewpoint of Hiroto Suwa, as he continues to support Kakeru and Naho's relationship. The film also features an original story which takes place after the events in the manga and anime series.
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3.6Ghost Hunt
TV · 2006 · 25 ep
Ghost HuntTV · 2006 · 25 ep3.6While at school, Taniyama Mai and her friends like to exchange ghost stories. Apparently, there is an abandoned school building on their campus that is the center of many ghost stories. During the story, they are interrupted by a…
3.6How I Attended an All-Guy's Mixer
TV · 2024 · 12 ep
How I Attended an All-Guy's MixerGoukon ni Ittara Onna ga Inakatta HanashiTV · 2024 · 12 ep3.6College student Tokiwa gets invited to a mixer by his female classmate Suo. But when he arrives with his friends, they're greeted by three dazzlingly handsome men?! But as the two groups get to know each other, they find themselves getting…
3.6The Wallflower
TV · 2006 · 25 ep
The WallflowerYamato Nadeshiko Shichihenge♥TV · 2006 · 25 ep3.6Takano Kyohei, Oda Takenaga, Toyama Yukinojo, and Morii Ranmaru are going to rent a house to go to school for free on the condition that they make the girl of the house a "lady". However, Nakahara Sunako, the girl living there, is gloomy…
3.6Gakuen Alice
TV · 2004 · 26 ep
Gakuen AliceTV · 2004 · 26 ep3.6Sakura Mikan and Imai Hotaru are best friends, and Mikan is shocked to find that Hotaru is transferring to a school in Tokyo for gifted students like her - Alice Academy. Mikan hears rumors that the students are like prisoners there, and…
3.6The Story of Saiunkoku
TV · 2006 · 39 ep
The Story of SaiunkokuSaiunkoku MonogatariTV · 2006 · 39 ep3.6Saiunkoku is a world of eight provinces or houses, each named after a different colour. The new Emperor, Shi Ryuuki, has gained a reputation for being uninterested in courtly matters and for flaunting his love for men. Shuurei, although…
3.6Ōoku: The Inner Chambers
ONA · 2023 · 10 ep
Ōoku: The Inner ChambersOookuONA · 2023 · 10 ep3.6In Edo period Japan (1603 to 1868), a strange new disease called the Redface Pox has begun to prey on the country's men. Within eighty years of the first outbreak, the male population has fallen to a quarter of the total female population…
3.6Sailor Moon S Movie: Hearts in Ice
Movie · 1994 · 1 ep
Sailor Moon S Movie: Hearts in IceBishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon S: Kaguya-hime no KoibitoMovie · 1994 · 1 ep3.6An unusual snow storm hits Tokyo and the Sailor Senshi discover that an evil snow queen Kaguya, wants to freeze the entire earth. It's up to the Inner Sailor Senshi along with the Outers, to defeat the Queen. Meanwhile, Luna falls in love…
3.6Haikara-san: Here Comes Miss Modern – Part 1
Movie · 2017 · 1 ep
Haikara-san: Here Comes Miss Modern – Part 1Haikara-san ga Tooru Movie 1: Benio, Hana no 17-saiMovie · 2017 · 1 ep3.6During the Taisho era of 1918, 17-year-old Benio Hanamura thrives on bucking tradition. As a boisterous and quarrelsome tomboy, Miss Hanamura leads a life of kendo and tree-climbing adventure with her best friends Tamaki and Ranmaru. Benio…
Mature
3.6Candy Candy
TV · 1976 · 115 ep
Candy CandyTV · 1976 · 115 ep3.6This story is about a girl, Candy, who is a orphan. She is a nice and optimistic girl and she has a warm heart. When she was a child, she lived in an orphanage called Pony's Home. She had a good friend called Ann. And she met the "handsome…
3.6Mysterious Thief Saint Tail
TV · 1995 · 43 ep
Mysterious Thief Saint TailKaitou Saint TailTV · 1995 · 43 ep3.6Meimi Haneoka, 14, is a normal girl during the daytime, but during the night, she assumes the "position" of Saint Tail, a modern-day Robin Hood who steals from thieves and gives items back to their original owners. She is aided by her…
3.6Maria Watches Over Us: Printemps
TV · 2004 · 13 ep
Maria Watches Over Us: PrintempsMaria-sama ga Miteru: HaruTV · 2004 · 13 ep3.6The spring term is beginning for the students at Lillian Girls' Academy. Friends are reunited, but for the Yamayuri Council, it's a bittersweet time. Yoko, Eriko, and Sei are busy preparing to depart Lillian while Sachiko, Rei, and Shimako…
3.6Kyo Kara Maoh! Season 3
TV · 2008 · 39 ep
Kyo Kara Maoh! Season 3Kyou kara Maou! 3rd SeriesTV · 2008 · 39 ep3.6At the end of season 2. Yuuri defeats Shinou, but since Shinou had been defeated, Yuuri and Murata could no longer go to the Shin Makoku. However, because Yuuri had fought and defeated him, his powers had surpassed that of Shinou's…
3.6My Little Monster
TV · 2012 · 13 ep
My Little MonsterTonari no Kaibutsu-kunTV · 2012 · 13 ep3.6Standoffish, reclusive Shizuku Mizutani cares far more about earning stellar grades than cultivating friendships. But her opinions on friendship and relationships begin to change when she meets habitual truant Haru Yoshida, who happens to…
3.6The World is Still Beautiful
TV · 2014 · 12 ep
The World is Still BeautifulSoredemo Sekai wa UtsukushiiTV · 2014 · 12 ep3.6Nike, the fourth princess of the Rain Dukedom and one who holds the power to call forth the rain, travels to the Sun Kingdom to marry Sun King Livius for her country, despite her own reluctance. She soon discovers that the King, who…
3.6The Too-Perfect Saint: Tossed Aside by My Fiancé and Sold to Another Kingdom
TV · 2025 · 12 ep
The Too-Perfect Saint: Tossed Aside by My Fiancé and Sold to Another KingdomKanpekisugite Kawaige ga Nai to Konyaku Haki sareta Seijo wa Ringoku ni UrareruTV · 2025 · 12 ep3.6Philia’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…
3.6Blue Spring Ride: Unwritten
OVA · 2014 · 1 ep
Blue Spring Ride: UnwrittenOVA · 2014 · 1 ep3.6Bundled with the 11th volume of the Ao Haru Ride manga. Episode about Futaba and Kou in middle school. Based on the chapter called "Unwritten." also known as chapter 0 or Prologue.
3.6Maid-Sama! It's an extra!
Special · 2011 · 1 ep
Maid-Sama! It's an extra!Kaichou wa Maid-sama!: Omake da yo!Special · 2011 · 1 ep3.6Extra episode included in Blu-ray and DVD volume 10, entitled "Omake dayo (It's an extra!)".
3.6My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! Movie
Movie · 2023 · 1 ep
My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! MovieOtome Game no Hametsu Flag shika Nai Akuyaku Reijou ni Tensei shiteshimatta... MovieMovie · 2023 · 1 ep3.6After Katarina avoids her own death flag, she and her friends run into a mysterious young man traveling with a caravan. Who is this young man and what does he want?
3.6A Star Brighter Than the Sun
TV · 2025 · 12 ep
A Star Brighter Than the SunTaiyou yori mo Mabushii HoshiTV · 2025 · 12 ep3.6Sae Iwata, a slightly tougher-than-average girl, falls for the gentle smile of Kouki Kamishiro, a delicate boy, back in elementary school. By the time they enter junior high school, Kuoki has grown into a charming and popular teen who now…
3.6Shugo Chara!! Doki
TV · 2008 · 51 ep
Shugo Chara!! DokiTV · 2008 · 51 ep3.6With things having quieted down a bit for the Guardians, they can now focus on things besides fending off the peril of the evil Easter Corporation. Amu is having some troubles deciding which guy she likes the most, and hiding Ikuto in her…
3.6Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne
TV · 1999 · 44 ep
Kamikaze Kaitou JeanneTV · 1999 · 44 ep3.6A normal looking high school girl on the outside, Kusakabe Maron is actually the reincarnation of Jeanne d' Arc. With the help of the angel, Fin Fish, Maron works as the thief Jeanne at night to seal the demons that reside in pieces of…
3.6Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East Season 2
TV · 2013 · 13 ep
Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East Season 2Hakkenden: Touhou Hakken Ibun 2nd SeasonTV · 2013 · 13 ep3.6The journey to find all eight sacred gems continues, as Sousuke and Shino travel in search of the remaining gem holders. From the shadows the Imperial Church continues to scheme, and a mysterious woman seeks to fulfill a sinister plot with…
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3.6Mermaid Melody Pichi Pichi Pitch Pure
TV · 2004 · 39 ep
Mermaid Melody Pichi Pichi Pitch PureTV · 2004 · 39 ep3.6After the final battle against Gaito, Sara had given her life to remain with him. The sea world is now at peace, but only with six mermaid princesses. While Caren, Noel, and Coco have returned to their kingdoms, it should be time for…
3.6Sailor Moon SuperS the Movie: Black Dream Hole
Movie · 1995 · 1 ep
Sailor Moon SuperS the Movie: Black Dream HoleBishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS: Sailor 9 Senshi Shuuketsu! Black Dream Hole no KisekiMovie · 1995 · 1 ep3.6Everywhere around the world, the children sleep. Unaware of danger lurking in the shadows. But tonight, a strange darkness floats in the wind. And the children, one by one, begin to disappear. It seems to be a supernatural force that feeds…
3.6Yumeiro Patissiere SP Professional
TV · 2010 · 13 ep
Yumeiro Patissiere SP ProfessionalYume-iro Pâtissière SP ProfessionalTV · 2010 · 13 ep3.6Done with the Contest in Paris, Ichigo and her friends find themselves heading back to Japan to sharpen their skills. However this time around they will have to do this separated. Some new team members will be added to Team Ichigo and they…
3.6Hana-Kimi Season 2
TV · 2026 · 13 ep
Hana-Kimi Season 2Hanazakari no Kimitachi e 2nd SeasonTV · 2026 · 13 ep3.6Mizuki Ashiya is back for another year of posing as a boy at a male boarding school for one noble reason: to meet her idol, Sano. Only now, Sano’s in on her secret–and keeping it to himself–which makes matters more complicated when Nakatsu…
3.6Daa! Daa! Daa!
TV · 2000 · 78 ep
Daa! Daa! Daa!TV · 2000 · 78 ep3.6Miyu is an 8th grade girl, whose parents have been hired by NASA. They take off to America leaving Miyu with Mr. Saionji. Later, Mr. Saionji decides to go on a 1 year long trip to India leaving Miyu alone with his son, Kanata. More…