- "Ao Haru Ride" (2014) - A
coming-of-age story about a high school girl named Futaba who falls in
love with a boy named Kou. However, their relationship takes a complicated
turn and she must navigate her feelings for him, as well as her own insecurities
and personal growth.
- "Barakamon" (2014) - A
comedy-drama about a young calligrapher named Seishuu who is sent to the
countryside after he punches a critic who insults his work. In this new
environment, Seishuu learns about himself, forms new relationships, and
grows as an artist.
- "The Eccentric Family" (2013) -
A surreal comedy-drama about a family of tanukis (raccoon dogs) who can
transform into humans. The show explores themes of family, tradition, and
identity as the family members deal with their own personal issues and the
eccentricities of their community.
- "Kokoro Connect" (2012) - A
psychological drama about five high school students who are part of a
cultural club. After strange events occur, the students find that they can
swap bodies with each other, and must confront their own innermost
thoughts and feelings, as well as their relationships with each other.
- "K-On!" (2009-2010) - A
slice-of-life comedy about a group of high school girls who join the light
music club to save it from being disbanded. The show follows their daily
lives as they form bonds, practice music, and have fun together.
- "March Comes in like a Lion"
(2016-2017) - A coming-of-age drama about a shogi (Japanese chess) player
named Rei who must come to terms with his traumatic past and challenging
present. The show explores themes of family, belonging, and self-discovery
as Rei grows as a person and as a shogi player.
- "Natsume's Book of Friends"
(2008-2017) - A supernatural drama about a young boy named Natsume who can
see spirits and has the ability to return their names to them, which they
have forgotten. The show follows Natsume as he grows to understand the
spirits and helps them, while also navigating his own relationships with
other humans and spirits.
- "Your Lie in April" (2014) - A
romantic drama about a talented but emotionally closed-off pianist named
Kosei who meets a free-spirited violinist named Kaori. As they perform
music together, Kosei begins to open up emotionally and learns about love,
loss, and what it means to be alive.
- "Toradora!" (2008) - A romantic
comedy about two unlikely friends, the aggressive Ryuji and the diminutive
Taiga, who team up to help each other win the hearts of their respective
crushes. The show explores themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery
as the two main characters grow and change.
- "Genshiken" (2004-2013) - A
comedy about a group of college students who are fans of anime and manga.
The show provides a humorous look at otaku culture and fandom, while also
exploring deeper themes of identity, relationships, and self-discovery.
