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🎬 Girlfriend-Approved Anime: Watchlist You’ll Both Love

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Kaylyn Bankston

Let’s be honest—getting your girlfriend into anime can go one of two ways: she’s hooked… or she’s horrified 😅 So I put together this curated list of anime that are actually girlfriend-approved—meaning they’re emotionally deep, beautifully animated, ...

Sections

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A-D

The Letters A-D

Tackles bullying, redemption, and connection. Grounded and moving—more serious, but very powerful.

A Silent Voice

I was surprised I really liked this. You don’t even have to like video games to be obsessed. It’s visually insane, emotionally deep, and gives total “watch it again immediately” energy.

Arcane

I didn’t think I’d be into giant monsters and intense plot twists… but Attack on Titan had me emotionally wrecked and binge-watching at 2am. It’s dark, smart, and totally addictive—just trust me and don’t get attached to anyone.

Attack on Titan

A burned-out calligrapher and a tiny chaos child form an unlikely friendship. Wholesome, cozy, and full of low-key life lessons.

Barakamon

Whimsical, weird, and wonderfully emotional. A cozy sci-fi fantasy with magical jobs, gorgeous animation, and major comfort-show vibes. 💫🐶🐱

Bee and PuppyCat

Stunning animation, fierce female lead, and a revenge story that pulls you in from the first episode. Blue Eye Samurai is raw, cinematic, and totally binge-worthy.

BLUE EYE SAMURAI

This one’s a total vibe. Cowboy Bebop is moody, jazzy, and effortlessly cool—like if your favorite 2000s indie film became an anime. It’s nostalgic in the best way and lowkey heartbreaking. Watch it when you want to feel something and be impressed.

Cowboy Bebop

Binged watched the whole series. This one is dark, clever, and wildly addictive. It’s like True Crime meets supernatural chess match—you’ll be screaming at the screen in the best way.

Death Note

😈Okay, Demon Slayer is the one that surprised me. The animation? Gorgeous. The story? Heart-wrenching in the best way. It’s intense, but you actually care—especially about the brother-sister duo. You’ll be hooked before you know it😈

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

I rewatch this because I loved it so much, maybe not technically “anime” but still love it. From the creators of The Simpsons, this offbeat fantasy comedy follows a rebellious princess, her demon, and a drunk elf. It’s weird, witty, and surprisingly ...

Disenchantment

E-H

The Letters E-H

This one is part thriller, part tearjerker — and 100% bingeable. Erased mixes mystery, time travel, and real emotional stakes in a way that actually hits. If you love shows that keep you guessing but also make you feel something… this one’s for you

ERASED

Soft yet deep emotional storytelling, lovable characters. Perfect if she loves character growth + cozy vibes.

Fruits Basket

High school romance with grown-up emotional intelligence. It’s sweet, funny, and surprisingly deep. The kind of show that just makes you smile.

Horimiya

I-L

The Letters I-L

A hilarious rom-com with actual brains. Two emotionally constipated geniuses trying to make each other confess first. Ridiculous and relatable.

Kaguya-sama: Love Is War

M-P

The Letters M-P

This is Bridgerton meets fantasy Japan. An arranged marriage turns unexpectedly tender, and it’s all about healing, trust, and slow love. Quietly powerful and romantic with major “protect this woman at all costs” vibes.

My Happy Marriage

Surprisingly emotional with just the right mix of action and heart. My Hero Academia is full of lovable characters and moments that’ll keep you invested (even if you didn’t think you were an anime girl).

My Hero Academia

A slow, soft, spiritual vibe. Think cozy ghost stories with a gentle boy who sees spirits and learns to love himself. Soul-soothing.

Natsume's Book of Friends

A common girl is mistaken for royalty and thrown into palace life with a cold, mysterious prince… and yes, the slow-burn tension is so worth it. Beautiful, magical, and emotional in all the right ways.

Nina the Starry Bride

I actually enjoyed this one. It’s giving deadpan humor, ridiculous action, and low-key life lessons. Silly but smart—perfect when you want to laugh but still feel cool watching anime.

One-Punch Man

Q-T

The Letters Q-T

An ALL time favorite. Classic magical girl energy with a glow-up. Nostalgic but sleeker, this one’s perfect for your inner dreamy, moonlit warrior princess. ✨

Sailor Moon Crystal

A strong-willed herbalist falls for a prince, but she’s not here to be saved. It’s elegant, empowering, and a soft girl fave.

Snow White with the Red Hair

Studio Ghibli classic with whimsical adventure. Intro-level anime that still holds magic for seasoned fans.

Spirited Away

One girl’s sweet and sparkly—her best friend is all black lace and sarcasm. This anime gives “opposites attract friendship,” fae drama, and romantic tension with fantasy flavor. Super charming and full of feels.

Sugar Apple Fairy Tale

A fairytale for grown-ups. Mysterious, magical, and a little haunting—like Beauty and the Beast if it were written by Studio Ghibli.

The Ancient Magus' Bride

Satan gets a fast-food job and somehow it works. It’s weird, hilarious, and sneakily wholesome. Watch when you want something light and clever.

The Devil is a Part-Timer!

Wish there were more episodes. A strong female lead with real struggles and growth? Say less. It’s bold, spiritual, and beautifully animated—a must if you loved Avatar.

The Legend of Korra

All time FAV. Don’t let the cute kids and soft animation fool you—this one is intense. It’s smart, emotional, and full of twists that keep you guessing. If you like stories with heart, high stakes, and characters you’ll root for hard, this is a must-...

THE PROMISED NEVERLAND

LITERALLY OBSESSED. The rom-com energy is chaotic, sweet, and painfully real. If you’ve ever loved the wrong person at the wrong time—this one gets you.

Toradora!

U-X

The Letters U-X

Stunning art, emotional depth, and slow-burn beauty. Prepare for tissues—so elegant and poetic.

Violet Evergarden

Y-Z

The Letters Y-Z

Highly Recommend. A soft girl becomes a sword-wielding queen and it’s everything. If you love romance, growth, and stunning storytelling—this one’s a hidden gem.

Yona of the Dawn

Breathtaking visuals, time-bending love story, tear-worthy Perfect for a romantic movie night

Your Name.

Music, love, loss... this one grabs your heart and doesn’t let go. If you’ve ever loved someone messy and beautiful, this hits hard.

Your lie in April