Hello readers! Today, we are going to talk about the best romance anime movies there are to watch. In this list, we will discuss 12 romance anime that every anime fan or romance anime lover should watch. This list is also a must-watch for romance anime movies. And please be aware that not all the movies on this list have happy endings, so if you are watching romance anime movies from this list, please do so at your own risk. Don’t blame us after watching them for including those anime in this list.
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12. From Up on Poppy Hill
It wouldn’t be a complete list of anime films without including a Studio Ghibli masterpiece. From Up on Poppy Hill” is a heartwarming and nostalgic story set in 1963 Yokohama, Japan. It follows Umi Matsuzaki, a high school girl managing her family’s boarding house while her father is away at sea. She becomes involved with Shun Kazama, a boy from the school’s newspaper club, as they work together to save their beloved clubhouse from demolition. Their feelings for each other grew.
Released in 2011.
11. Voices of a Distant Star
A poignant science fiction romance centered on Mikako Nagamine and Noboru Terao, two close friends separated by vast distances when Mikako is chosen to join a space expedition fighting alien Tarsians. As Mikako journeys further into space, the time it takes for their emails to reach each other grows exponentially, testing the limits of their connection and the enduring power of their feelings
Released in 2002.
10. The Garden of Words
A visually stunning and emotionally resonant short film that explores the unlikely connection between Takao Akizuki, an aspiring shoemaker who skips morning classes to sketch in a rainy garden, and Yukari Yukino, a mysterious older woman he repeatedly encounters there. As they continue to meet during rainy mornings, an unspoken bond forms between them, hinting at their hidden struggles and desires.
Released in 2013. One Of The Best Makoto Shinkai’s Movie.
09. To the Forest of Firefly Lights (Hotarubi no Mori e)
A bittersweet and ethereal tale about Hotaru Takegawa, a young girl who gets lost in a forest inhabited by a spirit named Gin. Gin cannot be touched by humans, or he will disappear. Despite this restriction, Hotaru returns to the forest every summer to spend time with him, and their unique bond deepens over the years, navigating the delicate balance between closeness and separation.
Released in 2011. One Of My Favourite Anime Movie.
08. Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop
A vibrant and charming story about Yui “Cherry” Sakura, a boy who struggles with communication and expresses himself through haiku, and Yuki “Smile” Hoshino, a girl who hides her insecurities behind a large mask due to her prominent teeth. Their paths cross during a summer in a seaside town, and they gradually help each other break out of their shells as they search for a lost vinyl record.
Released in 2020. Story Of This Movie Is Very Good.
07. Patema Inverted
A visually inventive and thrilling science fiction adventure set in a world with two opposing gravitational fields. Patema is a princess from an underground civilization where people live hanging upside down. When she accidentally falls into the surface world, she encounters Eiji, a boy who clings to the ground. Together, they must overcome their fears and the prejudices of their societies to uncover the secrets of their inverted worlds.
Released in 2013.
06. The Place Promised in Our Early Days
A melancholic and atmospheric science fiction drama set in an alternate post-war Japan divided by a mysterious tower. Three junior high students, Hiroki Fujisawa, Takuya Shirakawa, and Sayuri Sawatari, make a promise to one day fly an aircraft to the enigmatic tower. When Sayuri suddenly falls into a coma, their promise becomes intertwined with a larger, more complex reality.
Released in 2004.
05. Summer Wars
A fast-paced and exciting science fiction adventure that blends virtual reality with real-world family drama. Kenji Koiso, a math whiz, gets roped into posing as the fiancé of his crush’s great-aunt for a family gathering. Simultaneously, a powerful rogue AI attacks the massive online virtual world OZ, threatening to spill over into the real world, and Kenji and the eccentric Jinnouchi family must band together to stop it.
Released in 2009.
04. Hello World
A mind-bending and visually striking science fiction romance set in a digitally reconstructed Kyoto. A high school student named Naomi Katagaki encounters a mysterious figure claiming to be his future self. Future Naomi tasks his younger self with saving his classmate Ruri Ichigyo, leading to a series of paradoxical events and a fight against the very fabric of their simulated reality.
Released in 2019. Anime Movie With Best Story Line.
03. The Anthem of the Heart
A poignant and emotional coming-of-age story about Jun Naruse, a girl who was cursed as a child and lost her ability to speak. Years later, in high school, she is unexpectedly chosen to be part of the school’s musical production. Through the process of preparing for the musical, Jun begins to find her voice again and connect with her classmates, confronting her past trauma.
Released in 2015.
02. I’ve Always Liked You (Zutto Mae Kara Suki Deshita)
A sweet and relatable ensemble romance that follows the intertwined feelings of a group of high school students who are finally ready to confess their long-held crushes. The story explores the anxieties, hopes, and awkwardness of first love as each character navigates their romantic pursuits within their circle of friends.
Released in 2016.
01. Fireworks
A visually captivating and enigmatic story centered on a group of teenagers debating whether fireworks are round or flat when viewed from different angles. During a summer festival, Norimichi Shimada and Yusuke Azumi both have feelings for their classmate Nazuna Oikawa. Through a mysterious marble, Norimichi gets the chance to repeatedly relive the day, trying to change the outcome and potentially escape with Nazuna.
Released in 2017. Anime Movie With Some Of The Best Animation.
Conclusion
“That’s it, guys! All of these are what we consider the best romance anime movies out there to watch. In this post, we haven’t selected romance anime movies that are related to romance anime series; all these anime movies have no sequels or series. If you liked our post, please leave a comment and like it.
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