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What are the best shoujo anime?
In case you didn’t know, “shoujo” or “shōjo” is the Japanese term for a girl or a young woman. This certain type of manga or anime is intended for girls particularly those between the ages of 8 and 18. However, just because it is aimed towards teenage girls, doesn’t mean the old demographic can’t enjoy it. Shoujo is for everyone who is interested in light-hearted anime. Although popularly known for having romantic content, shoujo can also cover other styles beyond romance. For instance, shoujo does not necessarily have to focus on romance and heroines since shoujo indicates a target audience. Other shoujo anime also feature other genres like action, comedy, science-fiction, and adventure.
If you’re already bored reading the top seinen manga or other seinen manga recommendations and you want to try something different, then you've come to the right place! You may want to check out these best shoujo anime we’ve listed below. These anime may consist of non-offensive content and romance which are both ideal if you’re looking for light-hearted shows. If you're having second thoughts because it is intended mainly for the younger female audience, then worry no more! After all, shoujo also features other important characteristics which male audience can relate to. For instance, there are shoujo anime that focus on boy's feelings as well. Start seeing a shoujo anime now and vote up for the best one!
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- #1January 20, 2020"Why looking for seinen manga list, I came upon this site for the best shoujo to watch I thought I should get out of my comfort zone and give shoujo anime a try. This is the first anime I watched and I didn't regret it coz the plot is not cliche."
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Say "I Love You" - #2January 20, 2020"I got bored of reading the best seinen manga so I thought of looking for shoujo anime to watch becoz my friend always suggests that I try watching Vampire. Knight. I watched the first 2 episodes a while ago, and I can say I got hooked"
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Vampire Knight - #3January 20, 2020"I;m into seinen manga recommendations but thought of giving the top shoujo anime a chance so the first series I tried watching is Kamisama Kiss, so far, I didn't get upset though the series is really just for young girls I believe"
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Kamisama Kiss - #4January 21, 2019"Akatsuki no Yona is yet another generic shoujo story masked by a deceptive exterior. Potential interesting plot development and political discussion are replaced by a pointless journey to find hot boys. I am beyond disappointed"
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Yona of the Dawn - #5January 20, 2020"My Love Story!!! has always been a good series even before it was adapted to an anime. If you guys are into shoujo anime, this is a must-try because the whole series is entirely great!!!!"
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My Love Story!! - #6January 21, 2019"All of the other reviews that I've read about this are all lies, imo of course. I personally thought that this anime is too cliched. The guy doesn't even care for her at first!!!"
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Ao Haru Ride (Blue Spring Ride) - #7January 20, 2020"Got to finish the entire 24-episodes in one sitting, it's really soemthing to try when you're into the best shouju anime. It actually should have been included in the best 3!!!"
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Lovely Complex - #8January 21, 2019"This anime has no plot. The characters don't focus on a single problem. Honda is just too perfect too, i dont think there is no human that can possibly possess 0 bad traits."
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Fruits Basket - #9January 21, 2019"I have no idea why this is ranked last but this is the best shoujo anime in my opinion. The story is good and it did not bore me while i was watching it."
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Cardcaptor Sakura - #10January 21, 2019"Ouran High School is one of the best shoujo/ reverse harem anime series I have watched. It was really fun to watch and I enjoyed every episode."
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Ouran High School Host Club - #11January 21, 2019"I like the color and the way this shoujo was created. however the story is cliche to me, it was just another shy girl meets popular boy"
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From Me to You - #12January 21, 2019"I was bothered by its slow pacing at first but I must say that this shoujo anime is one of the best that i have watched."
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My Little Monster - #13January 20, 2020"Am planning to start with Special A series since this is what i'm familiar with. Does anyone know if it's good??"
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Special A - #14January 21, 2019"This honestly is a boring series for me but I think its art is what keeps the others drawn into it."
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Natsume's Book of Friends - #15January 21, 2019"This show is really easy to enjoy, the story flow is really good too."
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Maid Sama!
| Rank | Answers | Type | Votes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maid Sama! | TV Shows | 29 | Paid |
| 2 | Ouran High School Host Club | TV Shows | 22 | Paid |
| 3 | My Little Monster | TV Shows | 19 | Free |
| 4 | Yona of the Dawn | TV Shows | 14 | Paid |
| 5 | Fruits Basket | TV Shows | 13 | Paid |
| 6 | Cardcaptor Sakura | TV Shows | 12 | Paid |
| 7 | From Me to You | TV Shows | 12 | Paid |
| 8 | Ao Haru Ride (Blue Spring Ride) | TV Shows | 12 | Free |
| 9 | Vampire Knight | TV Shows | 12 | Paid |
| 10 | Natsume's Book of Friends | TV Shows | 11 | Free |