A Renowned Japanese Twitter User Shares Their Annual Top Anime Rankings from 2005 to 2023
This anime list quickly spread across social media and gained prominence for its diversity, featuring both classic and modern works.
– Pre-2005: Digimon Adventure
This iconic anime blends adventure and emotion through the experiences of children and digital monsters.
– 2006: Code Geass
This grand tale of strategy and rebellion led by Lelouch captivates with its intricate plot and unexpected twists.
– 2007: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai
This anime is the sequel to a psychological horror and mystery series, revealing the secrets of Hinamizawa town.
– 2008: Code Geass: R2
The sequel to Lelouch’s story reaches its climax, and many consider Code Geass: R2 a masterpiece.
– 2009: Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
This faithful anime adaptation has been praised for its dynamic action and perfectly structured story, based on Hiromu Arakawa’s manga.
– 2010: Angel Beats!
A blend of comedy, action, and drama, this anime revolves around a group of young friends in a world between life and death.
– 2011: Steins;Gate
Steins;Gate offers a masterful time-travel story filled with memorable characters.
– 2012: Sakurasou no Pet na Kanojo
A romantic comedy with dramatic elements, this anime explores the creative and emotional challenges faced by a group of students.
– 2013: Shingeki no Kyojin/Attack on Titan
This globally popular series revolutionized the anime industry with its brutal survival story and shocking revelations.
– 2014: Akame ga Kill!
This anime combines action and tragedy with grand battles and high emotional stakes.
– 2015: Hibike! Euphonium
A standout anime thanks to its stunning animation and emotional story about a school band.
– 2016: Koutetsujou no Kabaneri
This anime merges action and horror in a world caught in an industrial revolution overrun by zombies, as terrifying creatures emerge from a mysterious virus.
– 2017: Yuki Yuna is a Hero
A magical girl series that combines action with a dark, emotional storyline.
– 2018: Violet Evergarden
This visually stunning work addresses themes of loss and the connections between people.
– 2019: Yakusoku no Neverland
A psychological horror anime about a group of children trying to escape from an orphanage with dark secrets.
– 2020: Kaguya-sama: Love is War (Season 2)
A delightful and engaging battle of wits set within a romantic comedy.
– 2021: 86 (Eighty-Six)
This powerful story about war and discrimination features perfect animation.
– 2022: Summertime Render
A supernatural horror anime filled with unexpected twists and a captivating atmosphere.
– 2023: Attack on Titan: Kanketsu-hen
This anime serves as the conclusion to the epic story that began in 2013, featuring an ending that sparked controversy among fans.
