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There are a lot of reasons why people watch anime. For some, it’s the usual getaway from the world to wind down and relax. For others, it’s part of the culture or a way to differentiate between something unusual and more mainstream. Whatever the reason, there’s an anime movie or show for every taste. Today, we are talking about the saddest anime in particular. So, get some tissues ready, as some entries on this list are real tearjerkers!

Sad anime quotes often make their way into regular, non-anime-watching people’s lives, proving that the power of writing these creations is on a level that might surpass Hollywood. So, to find the saddest anime of all time, you’d have to spend hours and hours researching, watching every minute of each episode, and even then, you wouldn’t be close. It might be a more straightforward case with anime movies, but we believe you’d still struggle to document everything. Dubbing something “the saddest” is highly subjective since there are many different approaches, and what’s sad for one might not be for another.

However, much like sadness is a universal emotion, some things naturally evoke negative emotions. Often, sad anime movies and series are inspired by tragic real-life events. For example, Grave of the Fireflies is based on the author’s experience during WWII, which, as you can imagine, wasn’t a pleasant time for anyone. It’s no secret that harsh life experiences often inspire the most remarkable works. While it’s sad to think that anyone had to suffer through something like this, emotional anime shows like the ones on this list can surely build you up a different worldview.

If you’re not afraid to take risks, dig into this list of the saddest anime series and see if you can recognize some of them. If not, well, now you have another great show to watch! Also, don’t forget to share this article with your fellow anime lovers and vote for your favorites.

#1

Grave Of The Fireflies

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1988 | 1h 29m | Directed by Isao Takahata | IMDB: 8.5/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

Towards the end of WWII, the American army is terrorizing the local population of Kobe. 14-year-old Seita sees his mother dying in front of his eyes, in agony from the extensive burns on her body. With no parents to take care of him, he’ll have to survive through the end of the war while also becoming a parental figure for his 4-year-old sister. Grave Of The Fireflies is based on the author’s personal experience during the Kobe firebombing in 1945. It was written as a personal apology to Keiko, his little sister, who he failed to save from starvation.

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I had no idea about the last part, but it really makes sense thinking back, the scenes with his sister were overly intense with the right mix of emotions.

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    Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day

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    2011 | 11 episodes | Directed by Tatsuyuki Nagai | IMDB: 8.2/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 72%
     

    A group of six childhood friends drifts apart after one of them dies in an accident. Ten years later, the group leader, Jinta Yadomi, gathers the group back after seeing the ghost of their late friend. Anohana is widely known for being one of the saddest anime series ever, and that’s the reason why it took me so long before watching it. This emotional anime crushes your heart like few other things out there, and I honestly wept for days just thinking about it.

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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Im gonna be honest, I cried for hours after watching this

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    #3

    Your Lie In April

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    2014 | 22 episodes | IMDB: 8.6/10
     

    No surprise this one is so high on the ranking. Your Lie In April falls under the sad romance anime category. It follows the story of a young pianist, Kоsei Arima, who loses the ability to hear the piano after his mother’s death. However, upon meeting violinist Kaori Miyazono, he slowly regains his footing. The series director, Kyohei Ishiguro, wanted his adaptation to be appealing to those people who usually do not watch anime. In our eyes, he succeeded at this task with flying colors!

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    #4

    A Silent Voice

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    2016 | 2h 10m | Directed by Naoko Yamada | IMDB: 8.1/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 95%

    A Silent Voice follows a former bully turned outcast who decides to reconnect and befriend the deaf girl he had tormented when he was a kid. The movie covers some heavy themes like suicide, disability, bullying, social alienation, and the pursuit of redemption. A Silent Voice is a little gem that deserves all its recognition.

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    Hannah kearney
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gorgeously crafted and meaningful with a beautiful overall atmosphere and a story of redemption and self love that will leave you thankful for the experience .

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    #5

    Assassination Classroom

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    2015 | 49 episodes | IMDB: 8.0/10

    The story here is quite an unusual one. It follows the daily life of a powerful octopus-like alien working as a junior high teacher. The creature’s students are tasked to assassinate him, as asked by their government, thus trying to prevent the planet’s obliteration. And who’s gonna teach them how to use weapons and strategy to kill him? The professor himself! This popular anime series can sound like it oversteps the “weirdness line”, but trust me here: there’s no way to stop binge-watching Assassination Classroom.

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    Margrete Sonnenberg
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A couple things about this anime. 1.The students are at the bottom of the school and everyone in the school treats them like s**t. 2. They show different forms of abuse. 3. The students get close to teacher and eac othet

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    “Why would I watch anime? It’s for kids!”

    How many times have you heard this? Probably plenty, but we can assure you that kid-friendly anime is a totally different breed than anime picks on this list. Sadness is complicated; you’d think we would do anything to avoid it. Yet, here we are, looking for the saddest anime out there. Animated shows and films for adults are just more realistic. Disguised under a harmless “childish” getaway, anime lets us return to childhood without alienating us from the current world.

    #6

    Your Name

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    2016 | 1h 47m | Directed by Makoto Shinkai | IMDB: 8.4/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 96%
     

    If you’re an active member of the anime community, there’s a 100% chance that you’ve heard about this movie. It depicts a high school student in Tokyo and a high school girl in the Japanese countryside who suddenly and inexplicably begin to swap bodies and live each others’ lives. This one has everything you can look for: outstanding graphics, a catchy soundtrack, a breathtaking plot, and of course, the tears.

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one was so interesting on many aspects, but since we're talking about the sadness, this film depicts a majestically beautiful tragedy, and that's so... amazing and effective.

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    #7

    Clannad After Story

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    2008 | 25 episodes | IMDB: 8.6/10

    Personally, I think Clannad After Story has some of the saddest anime episodes ever. As Clannad’s sequel, it follows the story of Tomoya and Nagisa right where it was left with the first season. After the end of their school years, they enter adulthood with all its challenges. But their future seems to be darker than they ever expected it to be. A lot of angst and little comfort, still, it deserves so much!

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    #8

    I Want To Eat Your Pancreas

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    2018 | 1h 48m | Directed by Shin'ichirô Ushijima | IMDB: 8.0/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
     

    I’ll be honest with you. The first time I read the title of this animated movie, I thought it was one of those zany comic movies full of stupid jokes. Like, c’mon, who came up with that name? Clearly, I didn’t know what I was getting myself into. The movie follows a student who discovers that a popular classmate suffers from a fatal pancreatic illness. This secret between them will get them to spend a lot of time together, both aware it won’t be for long.

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    kjorn
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    for my part i read the manga. i too found the title so weird but i try it since i heard so many good thing about it

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    #9

    Plastic Memories

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    2015 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10
     

    In a near future, humans live alongside androids with human-like emotions and memory. SAI Corporation, the leading android production company, designs androids to live no more than about 9 years and to be dismissed before their “expiration date”. Otherwise, it could cause violent outbursts. Prepare your tissues; this anime series will make you cry so hard.

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    #10

    Violet Evergarden

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    2018 | 14 episodes | IMDB: 8.4/10
     

    The story follows Violet Evergarden’s journey of reintegration back into society after the war is over. Now that she’s no longer a soldier, she’s looking for a new life purpose. A brilliant storyline and an excellent presentation of human emotions that will not disappoint you.

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    What anime shows could make you cry?

    Almost any anime can make you cry. Like any movie or TV series, anime can have some sad and melancholic moments, too. Then, there are personal attachments to specific anime characters. When something mentioned or shown resonates with you on a deeper level, you might just sit there all gloomy and relate to a character in a way no one else does. That’s when the sadness hits you!

    #11

    Angel Beats!

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    2010 | 15 episodes | IMDB: 7.6/10
     

    Angel Beats follows Yuzuru Otonashi, a teenager who wakes up in the afterlife with no memory of his life or how he died. Here, he gets to attend a unique school, a sort of limbo for people whose lives were filled with tragedy and hardships. The students here must overcome these traumas before passing on and getting reincarnated. This preview has all the elements to make this one of the saddest anime you could watch!

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    #12

    Banana Fish

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    2018 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 8.2/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
     

    Here we are with a personal favorite. Banana Fish is one of those masterpieces that steal your heart and change it forever. The series follows the relationship between Ash Lynx, a young gang leader in New York City, and Eiji Okumura, a Japanese photographer’s assistant documenting the daily life of American gangs. Their meeting will change everything for both of them as they feel like they found the person they needed the most. Be aware of the heavy topics depicted throughout the series, including pedophilia, prostitution, mafia, rape, war, and graphic violence.

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    #13

    Wolf Children

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    2012 | 1h 57m | Directed by Mamoru Hosoda | IMDB: 8.1/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
     

    Best Animation Film at the Japanese Academy Awards of 2013. After her werewolf lover dies in an accident while hunting for food, a young woman is left alone to raise their werewolf children while keeping their real nature hidden from society. A heart-wrenching movie that shows how strong a parent can become for the sake of their own children.

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very touching. Also, an interesting and metaphoric insight on the growth and development of both children and parents.

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    #14

    Clannad

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    2007 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.8/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 76%
     

    The rebel student Tomoya Okazaki and the shy girl Nagisa Furukawa couldn’t be more different. Feeling like there’s nothing better to do, he aids Nagisa in her quest, and Tomoya himself begins to open up, enjoying and appreciating life a lot more. Clannad is still considered one of the best anime series of the 2000s.

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    #15

    Erased

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    2016 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 8.5/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%
     

    An anime treasure from the last few years. 29-year-old Satoru Fujinuma is sent back 18 years in the past to prevent the events leading to his mother’s death. Satoru realizes that what happened to his mother is related to a series of kidnappings and homicides in which the victims are all children from his old school. The series’ graphics look amazing, beautifully capturing the downbeat nature of the story.

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    Daria B
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    Oh my, this one was such an emotional ride. I've also read the manga. A psychological thriller with a pinch of paranatural phenomena and a very intriguing story telling. I warmly recommend this one.

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    What are some of the saddest anime movies?

    As mentioned, this title can vary based on a person’s preferences. Grave of the Fireflies might be the strongest option, but as you can see on this list, the number of candidates is quite vast. 

    Some of the saddest anime movies include:

    • The Wind Rises
    • 5 Centimeters Per Second
    • Into The Forest Of Fireflies’ Light
    • I Want To Eat Your Pancreas
    • Your Name

    These are only the tip of the iceberg, but they are enough to make you crave more. After checking these out, we’re sure you’ll seek out more. And no one would blame you! Anime sure can be addicting.

    #16

    Charlotte

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    2015 | 14 episodes | IMDB: 7.5/10 |

    In an alternate reality where a small percentage of children manifest superhuman abilities, Yuu Otosaka acquires the ability to temporarily possess others. This brings him to the attention of a school founded as a haven for children with such skills. Charlotte will surprise you with its unpredictability, evocative moments, and intriguing characters.

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    Joe
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not very sad, I only felt down at one part halfway through the series

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    #17

    Orange

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    2016 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.6/10
     

    You just found an anime you’ll want to rewatch over and over again. Naho Takamiya’s life gets turned upside down when she starts receiving letters from herself in the future. At first, she thinks this is just a bad joke, but when the events told in the letters start happening for real, she has to change her mind. The future Naho ends her letters asking her to take care of a new student who will die soon.

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    Marcelo Sa da Silva
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Didnt like one bit this vague title cuz it misleads you to OC, new Black and Hockey girls team anime on google.

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    #18

    Akame Ga Kill!

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    2014 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.8/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 86%

    Akame Ga Kill centers around Tatsumi, a young country boy who moves to the Capital to raise money for his home. Upon arriving, he discovers that the system is rotten and corrupt beyond repair. Out of exasperation, Tatsumi becomes a recruit for an assassin group called Night Raid battling against the Empire. Plenty of chilling moments, near-death experiences, and thrilling adventures! But, besides that, this anime series is also a brutal commentary on corruption and various social issues.

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    Marcelo Sa da Silva
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not near, total brutal deaths non stop. Torture, mutilation of childhood friends from a pretty blonde pampered jealous noble teen. Mutilation and decapitation of female team mate. Need i go on? Worst part of it its unlike somber designs such as in Seinen Berserk this show has pretty and shiny designs like that other disgrace: Puella Magica Madoka. Steer clear of it like if it were Devilman himself.

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    #19

    Into The Forest Of Fireflies’ Light

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    2011 | 45 minutes | IMDB: 7.8/10
     

    Young Hotaru is rescued by a human-like spirit when she gets lost in a forest. The two immediately bond, despite the spirit revealing that, because of a curse, he will disappear forever if he’s ever touched by a human. If you’re in for an emotional journey, this short movie will let you in on an unforgettable love story.

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    Marcelo Sa da Silva
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Higurashi or Fireflies. Whenever you see those in the title you know tragedy is about to ensue and maybe gore is bound to happen. Word to the wise: Read the reviews not just trailers or synopsis.

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    Elfen Lied

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    2004 | 14 episodes | IMDB: 7.9/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%
     

    Two university students come across a seemingly harmless girl named Lucy, unaware that she’s actually a Diclonius, a murderous creature developed by the government to be the ultimate mass murder weapon. Be aware this disturbing anime falls in the horror genre and is not for everyone. The brutal and gruesome scenes could be too much for some people.

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    Marcelo Sa da Silva
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its even more brutal cuz MC looks like a teen in high school not Varsity. Like all that brutality wasnt harsh enough.

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    What are some of the most underrated sad anime movies and shows?

    Everyone has their taste and preferences, so it might be hard to distinguish what’s underrated and what’s not. For many reasons, an anime show can be the greatest but still hide in the shadows. But it doesn’t matter which are the most popular; this list will help you discover numerous recommendations that we suggest you check out. 

    Here are some of the more underrated emotional anime shows and movies that could be worth checking out:

    • Berserk
    • Children Who Chase Lost Voices
    • Made In Abyss
    • Mirai
    • Puella Magi Madoka Magica

    There are many to choose from, so we’ll leave it up to you to pick the best ones. Use this list as an inspiration to find the perfect anime for your next viewing, and we hope it’ll be a good one!

    #21

    5 Centimeters Per Second

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    2007 | 1h 30m | Directed by Makoto Shinkai | IMDB: 7.5/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 88%

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another beautiful one. A bit slow and melancholic. Not for everyone, many people found it boring.

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    #22

    To Your Eternity

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    2021 | 41 episodes | IMDB: 8.4/10

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    Marcelo Sa da Silva
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hated that the poster makes it look like isekai harem anime when its more like mermaid scar.

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    Steins;Gate

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    2011 | 26 episodes | IMDB: 8.8/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

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    #25

    Death Parade

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    2015 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 7.9/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 78%

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    Terror In Resonance

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    2014 | 11 episodes | IMDB: 7.8/10

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    Joe
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    6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I didn't find this sad until the ending, but it was expected

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    #28

    Given

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    2019 | 11 episodes | IMDB: 8.3/10

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    No. 6

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    2011 | 11 episodes | IMDB: 7.4/10

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    E K
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Number 6 is so cute and honestly one anime I can't forget no longer how long it's been since it watched it

    #30

    Rascal Does Not Dream Of Bunny Girl Senpai

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    2018 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 8.1/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 88%

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    #31

    The Girl Who Leapt Through Time

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    2006 | 1h 38m | Directed by Mamoru Hosoda | IMDB: 7.7/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 84%

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one wasn't that sad. Surely it had its moments, but I wouldn't consider it a sad film.

    #32

    Wolf's Rain

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    2003 | 30 episodes | IMDB: 7.9/10

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love Wolf's Rain! Heavily atmospheric, somewhat cryptic. It's gorgeous and maintains a sense of impending dread throughout the series. Prepare some tissues for the end though cause damn.

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    #35

    Neon Genesis Evangelion

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    1995 | 26 episodes | Directed by Hideaki Anno | IMDB: 8.5/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also read the manga. The original anime and the manga start out the same, then the stories diverge. There's things in the anime that don't happen in the manga and vice versa. Very beautiful drawings and an easy read. The anime is more experimental.

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    #37

    In This Corner Of The World

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    2016 | 2h 9m | Directed by Sunao Katabuchi | IMDB: 7.8/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 97%

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    Tokyo Magnitude 8.0

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    2009 | 11 episodes | IMDB: 7.8/10

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, dear, the plot twist of this one is totally something that tears yours heart apart.

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    #40

    When Marnie Was There

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    2014 | 1h 43m | Directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi | IMDB: 7.7/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 92%

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    #41

    Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

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    2009 | 68 episodes | IMDB: 9.1/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

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    Fullmetal Alchemist

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    2003 | 51 episodes | IMDB: 8.5/10

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    Another

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    2012 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.5/10

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    The Seven Deadly Sins

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    2014 | 101 episodes | IMDB: 7.8/10

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    The Wind Rises

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    2013 | 2h 6m | Directed by Hayao Miyazaki | IMDB: 7.7/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 88%

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, yes. The sadness of this one goes beyond characters. The profanisation of something so beautiful that gets used for something so ugly....

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    #47

    Attack On Titan

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    2013 | 98 episodes | IMDB: 9.1/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 95%

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    Hannah kearney
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Behind all of the fantastic action is a story of war,desperation and freedom - there are many heartbreaking scenes with profound meaning if you look at the intricate details .For me it was nothing short of a stunningly written tearjerker .

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    Puella Magi Madoka Magica

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    2011 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 8.2/10

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've cried my eyes out over this one. I can confirm it's not a normal magical girl anime.

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    #49

    Toradora!

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    2008 | 25 episodes| IMDB: 8.0/10

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    Children Who Chase Lost Voices

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    2011 | 1h 56m | Directed by Makoto Shinkai | IMDB: 7.1/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 68%

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    #51

    Ride Your Wave

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    2019 | 1h 35m | Directed by Masaaki Yuasa | IMDB: 6.8/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 93%

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    #53

    Chobits

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    2002 | 27 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10

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    Fireworks

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    2017 | 1h 30m | Directed by Akiyuki Shinbô and Nobuyuki Takeuchi | IMDB: 5.5/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 43%

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    Perfect Blue

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    1997 | 1h 21m | Directed by Satoshi Kon | IMDB: 8.0/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 83%

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another one I wouldn't really consider sad. But really REALLY a great psychological film. Satoshi Kon always nailed it.

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    The Garden Of Words

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    2013 | 46m | Directed by Makoto Shinkai | IMDB: 7.4/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 84%

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    #58

    Mirai

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    2018 | 1h 38m | Directed by Mamoru Hosoda | IMDB: 7.0/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 87%

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    Made In Abyss

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    2017 | 26 episodes | IMDB: 8.4/10

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't dare watching this one. I'm reading the manga and it's horror enough. I don't dare seeing the effect with the addition of sound and motion.

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    Tokyo Ghoul

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    2014 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 7.7/10

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    Darling In The Franxx

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    2018 | 26 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10

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    Weathering With You

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    2019 | 1h 52m | Directed by Makoto Shinkai | IMDB: 7.5/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 92%

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    Noragami

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    2014 | 29 episodes | IMDB: 7.9/10

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    Beyond The Boundary

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    2013 | 18 episodes | IMDB: 7.2/10

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    Nana

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    2006 | 50 episodes | IMDB: 8.5/10

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'M GOING MY WAY! BABY, MY WAY! I'm beeeeeter than you guuuuuys - liiiving for my sake, noooot for the sake of yoooou-uuuuu ♬

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    Lost Song

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    2018 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 7.0/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

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    Sa Ruuu
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This had a lot of potential but I hated the last few episodes. It really left me unsatisfied with the ending

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    Berserk

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    1997 | 25 episodes | IMDB: 8.7/10

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I recommend the manga as well. So much detail, amazing pictures.

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    Hell Girl

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    2005 | 27 episodes | IMDB: 7.4/10

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    Sa Ruuu
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is one of my favorite series! Personally I find season 3 to have most overall tragic story, but there are plenty of insane and sad stories throughout all of the seasons

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    Rurouni Kenshin

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    1996 | 95 episodes | IMDB: 8.5/10

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    kjorn
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i learn so many thing about japan with that series! it makes me read so many thing about the japan of that period!

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    Colorful

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    2010 | 2h 6m | Directed by Keiichi Hara | IMDB: 7.4/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 79%

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    Millennium Actress

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    2001 | 1h 27m | Directed by Satoshi Kon | IMDB: 7.8/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And, again. Not what I'd percieve as sad, but, again, another one of Kon's masterpieces.

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    The Anthem Of The Heart

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    2015 | 1h 59m | Directed by Tatsuyuki Nagai | IMDB: 7.3/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 63%

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    Air

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    2005 | 15 episodes | IMDB: 7.0/10

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    Devilman Crybaby

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    2018 | 10 episodes | IMDB: 7.6/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 89%

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    Alyssa Dlouhy
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would 10/10 reccomend, it's a little odd and not for everyone but if you're looking for something that will break your heart this is def it

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    Guilty Crown

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    2011 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.0/10

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    91 Days

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    2016 | 14 episodes | IMDB: 7.7/10

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    Daria B
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. That was sad, and, while we're on topic, I'd suggest also Gungrave.

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    Re:zero

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    2016 | 78 episodes | IMDB: 8.1/10

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    Golden Time

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    2013 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.6/10

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    Kokoro Connect

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    2012 | 17 episodes | IMDB: 7.4/10

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    Anika
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kokoro Connect means so much to me. I highly recommend it but the anime leaves off in the middle of the season and it has never picked back up

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    Fate/Zero

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    2011 | 31 episodes | IMDB: 8.2/10

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    Kanon

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    2006 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.5/10

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    Little Busters

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    2012 | 27 episodes | IMDB: 6.7/10

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    White Album 2

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    2013 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10

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    Pandora Hearts

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    2009 | 25 episodes | IMDB: 7.1/10

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the saddest thing about Pandora Hearts is that its first season was so good, and over a decade has passed with no news of a new season.

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    Brynhildr In The Darkness

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    2014 | 14 episodes | IMDB: 6.7/10

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    Deadman Wonderland

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    2011 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.1/10

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    The Troubled Life Of Miss Kotoura

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    2013 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 6.8/10

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    D.gray-Man

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    2006 | 104 episodes | IMDB: 7.7/10

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    The Place Promised In Our Early Days

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    2004 | 1h 30m | Directed by Makoto Shinkai and Yoshio Suzuki | IMDB: 6.9/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 71%

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    The Fruit Of Grisaia

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    2014 | 19 episodes | IMDB: 7.0/10

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    We Were There

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    2006 | 26 episodes | IMDB: 6.9/10

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    Whisper Of The Heart

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    1995 | 1h 51m | Directed by Yoshifumi Kondô | IMDB: 7.8/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 94%

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    Dou Kyu Sei: Classmates

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    2016 | 1h | Directed by Shôko Nakamura | IMDB: 7.7/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 87%

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    True Tears

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    2008 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.0/10

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    Code Geass: Lelouch Of The Rebellion

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    2017 | 2h 15min | Directed by Gorô Taniguchi | IMDB: 7.3/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 67%

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    March Comes In Like A Lion

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    2016 | 45 episodes | IMDB: 8.3/10

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    One Week Friends

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    2014 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.0/10

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    Blue Spring Ride

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    2014 | 14 episodes | IMDB: 7.5/10

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    A Lull In The Sea

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    2013 | 26 episodes | IMDB: 7.4/10

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    The Pet Girl Of Sakurasou

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    2012 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.7/10

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    The Future Diary

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    2011 | 27 episodes | IMDB: 7.5/10

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    Parasyte

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    2014 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 8.3/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 90%

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    Shuhul Mujoo
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was really emotional for me. Great story and characters, highly recommended!

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    Darker Than Black

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    2007 | 42 episodes | IMDB: 7.7/10

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    Dusk Maiden Of Amnesia

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    2012 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10

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    Demon Slayer

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    2019 | 55 episodes | IMDB: 8.7/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 88%

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMGGGGGGGGG YESSSS (i’ve been thinking And waiting to see if this would come up) Best anime ever I highly recommend! 🥰

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    Natsume's Book Of Friends

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    2008 | 74 episodes | IMDB: 8.1/10

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    Hybrid Child

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    2014 | 4 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10

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    Phantom: Requiem For The Phantom

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    2009 | 26 episodes | IMDB: 7.6/10

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    Black Bullet

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    2014 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 6.9/10

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    Welcome To The N.H.K.

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    2006 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 8.3/10

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    Sunday Without God

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    2013 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 6.4/10

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    Chrono Crusade

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    2003 | 27 episodes | IMDB: 7.1/10

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    Waiting In The Summer

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    2012 | 13 episodes | IMDB: 7.0/10

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    Shuffle!

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    2005 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 6.8/10

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    Fate/Stay Night

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    2006 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10

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    Blood-C

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    2011 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 6.2/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 58%

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    Gosick

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    2011 | 24 episodes | IMDB: 7.3/10

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    XVitaru
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    4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gosick is a great anime highly recommend, 24 episodes (if I remember correctly) it's about this girl who's bored and a genius detective and about a boy who always gets into murder cases and then she solves them... Eventually the story turns kinda sad and wholesome I gave it a 9/10 rating on myanimelist but the average rating there is 8.04/10

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    Poco's Udon World

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    2016 | 12 episodes | IMDB: 7.5/10

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    Hunter X Hunter

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    2011 | 148 episodes | IMDB: 9.0/10 | Rotten Tomatoes: 90%

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