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7 romance anime shows you can watch on Netflix


There’s plenty of anime shows across all genres available on Netflix, from sports to isekai to childhood classics.

Good old romance is of course included in its catalogue, so if you’re looking to spice up your days and nights with different dash of kilig, why don’t you take a break from K-dramas and check out these shoujo anime instead?

We could all use some love in these trying times, so without further ado, here’s a list of anime titles you can watch on Netflix guaranteed to give you butterflies in your stomach.

1. Teasing Master Takagi-san

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What’s it about? A middle school student wants to get revenge on his seatmate for teasing him all the time. She always sees through his plans but he keeps going at it anyway, all while trying to ignore the possibility that they both have a crush on each other.

Why watch it? Flipping the usual “boy teases girl” into “girl teases boy” dynamic made for a really interesting watch. Even though only the second season is available on Netflix so far, viewers won’t have trouble enjoying the ride thanks to the episodic format and simple plot.

2. Kaguya-sama: Love is War

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What’s it about? The president and the vice-president of the student council like each other, but neither is willing to confess their feelings. Hilarity ensues as both of them try to get the other person to make the first move.

Why watch it? Watching two smart people overthink something as abstract as love is too funny, all the more if you relate to the analysis paralysis they frequently find themselves in. It’s a parody of romance anime but somehow still echoed truths of real life dating.

3. Tsurezure Children

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What’s it about? This cute anthology follows the romantic adventures of several couples attending the same school. Each pair is in a different stage of their relationship, but all of them struggle with communicating their feelings.

Why watch it? Young love is always adorable and will instantly activate your love hormones for that kilig fix we all crave. You’re guaranteed to have a favorite couple or two.

4. Kiss Him, Not Me!

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What’s it about? When a BL (Boys’ Love) fan and hardcore otaku loses weight, she suddenly attracts the attention of four handsome boys in her high school. She gets overwhelmed when they start competing for her feelings, as she’d much rather have them all be interested in each other!

Why watch it? It’s like a dating sim trying to choose among the kind senpai, the cute kouhai, and two bishounen classmates, but you’re in for another surprise if you think those are the only choices. The premise may sound nerdy and absurd, but the show also packs some serious and thoughtful moments.

5. Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun

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What’s it about? A high school girl tries to confess to her crush, but he misunderstands her intentions and instead gives her an autograph. Turns out, he is a shoujo manga author! She ends up as one of his assistants and discovers that he uses real-life scenarios as the basis for his characters and plot.

Why watch it? It sounds like a typical rom-com, but it’s actually a show about the creative process. Anime tropes are given a breath of fresh air and the side characters are arguably even more interesting than the main leads. You’re sure to relate if you’re an aspiring writer or artist.

6. Toradora

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What’s it about? A gangster-looking high school boy meets a short girl with a mean temper. When they both find out that they have a crush on the other’s best friend, they make a deal to become each other’s wingman.

Why watch it? It’s a rom-com classic for a reason, but the drama is also a huge part of why this is a must-see series. The force of personality of the main leads will hook you right away as they navigate a friendship they both need in a world which often misunderstands them.

7. Fruits Basket

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What’s it about? A homeless orphan finds herself entangled in the affairs of the Soma clan, whose members have been cursed to turn into animals of the Zodiac when hugged by the opposite sex.

Why watch it? It’s another twist to the Cinderella story, except this time it’s Cinderella doing most of the helping towards her animal friends. The great ensemble cast will take you for a sometimes funny, oftentimes dramatic ride as their complex backstories slowly unfold. —JCB, GMA News

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