List of Best Yuri Anime:
30. Mawaru Penguindrum
Psychological drama with elements of mystery and fantasy.
Follows the Takakura siblings: Kanba, Shoma, and Himari.
They encounter a mysterious penguin hat that grants them powers.
The siblings must find the “Penguindrum” to save Himari’s life.
Explores themes of fate, destiny, family bonds, and the consequences of actions.
Features surreal and symbolic storytelling.
Complex characters with hidden motivations and pasts.
Thought-provoking narrative that raises philosophical questions.
29. Akuma no Riddle (Riddle Story of Devil)
Action thriller anime set in a prestigious all-girls high school.
Features a class of assassins, with one student targeting the others.
Tokaku Azuma, a skilled assassin, is sent to protect the target, Haru Ichinose.
Each episode presents a new assassin with unique skills and motivations.
Tokaku and Haru form a bond as they navigate the deadly game.
Themes of trust, friendship, and redemption.
Intense action sequences and psychological battles.
Twists and turns keep the audience guessing until the end.
28. Flip Flappers
Adventure and fantasy anime with elements of magical girl genre.
Follows Cocona and Papika as they explore alternate dimensions called “Pure Illusion.”
Each Pure Illusion world presents unique challenges and themes.
Cocona’s reserved nature contrasts with Papika’s energetic personality.
Themes of self-discovery, identity, and the power of friendship.
Vibrant and imaginative animation style.
Blends action, comedy, and drama.
Metaphorical storytelling with deeper meanings beneath the surface.
27. Strawberry Panic!
Takes place in an all-girls Catholic boarding school called St. Miator’s Academy.
Focuses on the relationships and romantic interactions between the students.
Centers around the main protagonist, Nagisa Aoi, who transfers to the school and becomes involved in the intricate web of love triangles.
Explores themes of self-discovery, identity, and coming to terms with one’s feelings.
Features dramatic moments, emotional conflicts, and heartfelt moments of love and friendship.
26. Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid
Action and ecchi anime set in a world where girls infected with the “Virus” can transform into weapons when sexually aroused.
Follows the story of Mamori Tokonome, who is sent to Mermaid Island and becomes involved in battles and alliances with other infected girls.
Explores themes of friendship, trust, and the power dynamics between the characters.
Contains explicit and sexual content, including fan service and suggestive scenes.
Features intense action sequences and supernatural elements.
25. Sasameki Koto (Whispered Words)
Romantic comedy and slice-of-life anime based on a manga.
Focuses on the relationship between Sumika Murasame, a tall and athletic girl who is in love with her best friend Ushio Kazama, who only has eyes for cute girls.
Explores themes of unrequited love, self-acceptance, and the complexities of relationships.
Balances comedic moments with more heartfelt and emotional scenes.
Highlights the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and their journey towards self-acceptance.
24. Kanamemo
Slice-of-life and comedy anime centered around Kana Nakamachi, a young girl who becomes a newspaper delivery girl after her grandmother passes away.
Follows Kana’s daily life and interactions with her eccentric coworkers at the newspaper delivery office.
Features light-hearted and comedic moments, as well as touching moments of friendship and support.
Explores themes of resilience, personal growth, and the importance of finding a sense of belonging.
23. Sakura Trick
Romantic comedy and slice-of-life anime centered around Haruka Takayama and Yuu Sonoda, two high school girls who become a couple after sharing their first kiss.
Follows their relationship and the challenges they face, including coming out to friends and dealing with the reactions of those around them.
Emphasizes the sweetness and innocence of their love story.
Contains light-hearted humor, cute and heartwarming moments, and a focus on the bond between the main characters.
22. Tachibanakan Triangle
Romantic comedy and ecchi anime based on a manga.
Follows the story of Hanabi Natsuno, who moves into the Tachibanakan boarding house, only to find out that her childhood friend, Konomi Fujiwara, is one of the residents.
Hanabi’s feelings for Konomi are rekindled, and she becomes involved in a love triangle with her and another resident named Iori.
Features comedic and fan service moments, with a focus on romantic and comedic misunderstandings.
Explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery.
21. Inugami-san to Nekoyama-san (Inugami-san and Nekoyama-san)
Comedy and romance anime based on a yuri manga.
Centers around the interactions and relationships between two high school girls, Nekoyama Suzu and Inugami Yachiyo.
Nekoyama is a quiet and reserved girl who is drawn to Inugami’s dog-like personality.
Features comedic moments, misunderstandings, and the development of their romantic relationship.
Highlights the dynamics of different personalities and the discovery of one’s true self.
20. Yuri Kuma Arashi (Yuri Bear Storm)
Psychological and surreal anime series directed by Kunihiko Ikuhara.
Set in a world where bears have gained human-like appearances and hunger for human flesh.
Focuses on the relationship between two girls, Kureha Tsubaki and Sumika Izumino, as they navigate a society with bears and a mysterious organization called “The Wall of Severance.”
Explores themes of love, discrimination, and societal norms through symbolic storytelling.
Features complex characters, intense symbolism, and a narrative that combines fantasy and social commentary.
19. Yagate Kimi ni Naru (Bloom Into You)
Romance and drama anime based on a yuri manga.
Follows the story of Yuu Koito, a high school student who has never experienced romantic feelings and believes that love is not real.
Yuu encounters Touko Nanami, the student council president, who confesses her feelings to her.
Explores Yuu’s journey of self-discovery and her evolving relationship with Touko.
Addresses themes of self-acceptance, identity, and the complexity of emotions.
Offers a realistic portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships and the challenges they face.
18. Netsuzou Trap -NTR-
Drama and romance anime based on a yuri manga.
Follows the complicated relationship between Yuma and Hotaru, two childhood friends who start dating their respective boyfriends but also become involved in a secret physical relationship with each other.
Explores themes of love, betrayal, and sexual awakening.
Contains mature and explicit content, including scenes of infidelity and emotional turmoil.
Addresses the complexities and consequences of hidden desires and forbidden relationships.
17. Candy Boy
Slice-of-life and romance anime series.
Focuses on the relationship between twin sisters, Yukino and Kanade Sakurai.
Follows their daily lives and interactions with friends and classmates.
Features a gentle and heartwarming depiction of their sibling bond and the development of romantic feelings between Yukino and her classmate, Sakuya.
Emphasizes themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery.
Contains light-hearted humor and moments of emotional connection.
16. Asagao to Kase-san (Kase-san and Morning Glories)
Romantic and slice-of-life anime based on a yuri manga.
Centers around the relationship between Yamada, a shy and clumsy girl, and Kase, a popular and athletic girl.
Follows their journey as they navigate their blossoming romance and overcome challenges together.
Emphasizes themes of self-acceptance, growth, and the power of love and support.
Portrays a healthy and positive LGBTQ+ relationship.
Features beautiful animation and heartfelt moments.
15. Strawberry Panic!
Romance and drama anime set in an all-girls Catholic school, St. Miator’s Academy.
Revolves around the relationships and romantic entanglements among the students.
Main character Nagisa Aoi transfers to the school and becomes involved in love triangles and complex emotional dynamics.
Explores themes of self-discovery, identity, and the nature of love.
Features dramatic moments, emotional conflicts, and tender moments of love and friendship.
Contains elements of melodrama and intense emotional scenes.
14. Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid
Action and ecchi anime set in a world where girls infected with the “Virus” can transform into weapons when sexually aroused.
Follows the story of Mamori Tokonome, who is sent to Mermaid Island and becomes involved in battles and alliances with other infected girls.
Explores themes of friendship, trust, and the power dynamics between the characters.
Contains explicit and sexual content, including fan service and suggestive scenes.
Features intense action sequences and supernatural elements.
13. Shoujo Kakumei Utena (Revolutionary Girl Utena)
Psychological drama and fantasy anime series.
Follows Utena Tenjou, a tomboyish girl who is drawn into a series of duels at Ohtori Academy after encountering a prince from her childhood.
Explores themes of gender, identity, power, and the complexities of relationships.
Features surreal and symbolic storytelling, with a mix of drama, comedy, and romance.
Addresses social and societal expectations through its unique narrative and character arcs.
12. Kashimashi: Girl Meets Girl
Romance and drama anime series based on a manga.
Centers around Hazumu Osaragi, a high school boy who is accidentally killed but is resurrected as a girl by an alien.
Explores Hazumu’s struggles with her newfound gender identity and the impact it has on her relationships.
Focuses on themes of love, friendship, and self-acceptance.
Balances emotional moments with light-hearted humor.
Portrays LGBTQ+ themes and experiences.
11. Simoun
Science fiction and fantasy anime set in a world where girls can pilot the Simoun, flying vehicles with powerful abilities.
Follows a group of priestesses called the Chor Tempest who are tasked with defending their country.
Explores themes of identity, gender, religion, and the consequences of war.
Features complex character relationships and emotional conflicts.
Addresses societal norms and expectations through its unique world-building and character development.
10. Kannazuki no Miko (Destiny of the Shrine Maiden)
Supernatural and mecha anime series with yuri elements.
Centers around the relationship between Himeko Kurusugawa and Chikane Himemiya, who are chosen as the lunar and solar priestesses respectively.
Follows their struggle to fulfill their destinies while dealing with conflicting emotions and the appearance of mecha-like creatures.
Explores themes of fate, love, and sacrifice.
Features action-packed battles, supernatural elements, and dramatic plot twists.
9. Yuru Yuri
Comedy and slice-of-life anime series.
Focuses on the daily lives and humorous interactions of four middle school girls: Akari, Kyoko, Yui, and Chinatsu.
Features light-hearted and comedic moments, often with exaggerated and silly situations.
Contains elements of yuri, with humorous and playful romantic subtext among the characters.
Emphasizes themes of friendship, fun, and the joy of youth.
8. Whispered Words (Sasameki Koto)
Romance and slice-of-life anime based on a yuri manga.
Follows the story of Sumika Murasame, who is in love with her best friend, Ushio Kazama, who only has eyes for cute girls.
Explores themes of unrequited love, self-acceptance, and the complexities of relationships.
Balances comedic moments with heartfelt and emotional scenes.
Portrays the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and their journey towards self-acceptance.
7. Sakura Trick
Romantic comedy and slice-of-life anime series.
Focuses on the relationship between Haruka Takayama and Yuu Sonoda, who share their first kiss and decide to start dating.
Follows their high school life, their growing relationship, and the challenges they face, including coming out to friends.
Features light-hearted humor, cute and heartwarming moments, and a focus on the bond between the main characters.
Emphasizes the sweetness and innocence of their love story.
6. Maria-sama ga Miteru (Maria Watches Over Us)
Drama and slice-of-life anime based on a light novel series.
Takes place at Lillian Girls’ Academy, an all-girls Catholic school.
Centers around the relationships and interactions between the students, particularly the Yamayuri Council, a group of upperclassmen who act as mentors.
Explores themes of friendship, loyalty, tradition, and the complexities of teenage emotions.
Portrays the relationships between the characters with a focus on subtlety and emotional depth.
Emphasizes the importance of social etiquette and the traditions of the school.
5. Citrus
Drama and romance anime based on a yuri manga.
Follows the story of Yuzu Aihara, a fashionable and outgoing girl who transfers to a strict all-girls school and develops feelings for her stern student council president, Mei Aihara, who also happens to be her stepsister.
Explores themes of forbidden love, self-discovery, and the challenges of societal expectations.
Contains mature and explicit content, including scenes of romance and intimacy.
Addresses the complexities of navigating a taboo relationship and dealing with conflicting emotions.
4. Aoi Hana (Sweet Blue Flowers)
Drama and romance anime based on a yuri manga.
Centers around Fumi Manjoume and Akira Okudaira, childhood friends who reunite in high school and explore their growing feelings for each other.
Explores themes of love, friendship, self-acceptance, and coming of age.
Portrays a realistic and nuanced portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships and the challenges faced by the characters.
Features a gentle and introspective storytelling style, emphasizing the emotions and personal growth of the characters.
3. Bloom Into You
Romance and drama anime based on a yuri manga.
Follows the story of Yuu Koito, a high school student who has never experienced romantic feelings and believes that love is not real.
Yuu encounters Touko Nanami, the student council president, who confesses her feelings to her.
Explores Yuu’s journey of self-discovery and her evolving relationship with Touko.
Addresses themes of self-acceptance, identity, and the complexity of emotions.
Offers a realistic portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships and the challenges they face.
2. Revolutionary Girl Utena
Psychological drama and fantasy anime series.
Follows Utena Tenjou, a tomboyish girl who is drawn into a series of duels at Ohtori Academy after encountering a prince from her childhood.
Explores themes of gender, identity, power, and the complexities of relationships.
Features surreal and symbolic storytelling, with a mix of drama, comedy, and romance.
Addresses social and societal expectations through its unique narrative and character arcs.
1. Strawberry Panic!
Romance and drama anime set in an all-girls Catholic school, St. Miator’s Academy.
Revolves around the relationships and romantic entanglements among the students.
Main character Nagisa Aoi transfers to the school and becomes involved in love triangles and complex emotional dynamics.
Explores themes of self-discovery, identity, and the nature of love.
Features dramatic moments, emotional conflicts, and tender moments of love and friendship.
Contains elements of melodrama and intense emotional scenes.
