35 Best Laid-Back Slice-Of-Life Anime To Relax You

While action may be a spectacle and drama can be intriguing, sometimes the best anime are laid-back slice-of-life series. Slice-of-life is an absolutely pivotal genre in anime, as it can show the small intricacies of day-to-day life that be affirming. Sometimes, after a difficult day, nothing beats unwinding with a great slice-of-life anime.

While slice-of-life is its own genre, it is certainly a diverse one. Slice-of-life anime can be about school life, city life, rural life, and can even have a slightly mystical twist. More than just simple though, all these series can almost be healing as their more peaceful nature shines through. The best laid-back slice-of-life anime are peaceful enough to make fans forget the world and their problems for a little while, and sometimes, that's exactly what's needed.

35 Gakuen Babysitters

Anime series by Brain's Base, Based on the Manga By Hari Tokeino

Gakuen Babysitters is as heartwarming as it gets, effortlessly delivering emotional depth. The anime is packed with poignant moments, humor, and lovable child characters, highlighting the joys and challenges of caring for others. Gakuen Babysitters stands out with its soothing tone, focusing on themes of family, love, and personal development, making it a wonderful choice for those who enjoy uplifting, feel-good narratives.

Gakuen Babysitters centers around Ryuuichi and his younger sibling Kotarou, who are welcomed by a strict chairwoman after the death of their parents. In return, Ryuuichi assists in managing the school's daycare, looking after charming young children.

34 Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day

Original Anime Series By A-1 Pictures

Your Rating close 10 stars 9 stars 8 stars 7 stars 6 star 5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star 0/10 Leave a Review Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! 10/10 Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day is an anime series that follows a group of childhood friends who drifted apart after the death of one of their members, Menma. Years later, the friends are brought back together when Menma's spirit appears to Jinta, the group's former leader, seeking to fulfill her unfulfilled wish so she can pass on to the afterlife. The series explores themes of friendship, loss, and healing. Cast Brina Palencia , Jarrod Greene , Amanda Lee , Tabitha Ray , Mallorie Rodak , Ariel Graham , Bill Jenkins , Tyler Walker , Kyle Phillips Release Date April 6, 2018 Seasons 1 Streaming Service(s) Crunchyroll Franchise(s) Hinamatsuri Writers Keiichirō Ōchi Directors Kei Oikawa Main Genre Comedy Expand

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day is a 2011 anime series by A-1 Pictures about a former friend group fractured by the death of a young girl named Menma. Deeply affected by the passing of his friend, group leader Jinta has become a shut-in who is unsure of where to go with his life. That all changes though when the ghost of Menma appears to not only get Jinta out of his shell, but to also push their former friend group back together.

All of that may seem like a lot for a series that's supposed to be laid-back, and while it can occasionally be, Anohana's focus is far more on healing through the lingering effects of tragedy. This healing makes Anohana an incredibly relaxing watch even when the series delves into deeper topics. Anohana is one of the best anime series of all time, so it's no wonder it would rank among the best slice-of-life series too.

33 Fruits Basket (2019)

Anime series by TMS Entertainment, Based on the Manga By Natsuki Takaya

Your Rating close 10 stars 9 stars 8 stars 7 stars 6 star 5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star 0/10 Leave a Review Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! 10/10 Fruits Basket Fruits Basket (2019) is an anime adaptation following Tohru Honda, a high school girl who ends up living with the mysterious Sohma family. She discovers that twelve members of the Sohma clan are cursed to transform into animals of the Chinese zodiac when embraced by the opposite sex. The series delves into the lives and challenges faced by the cursed members while exploring themes of acceptance, friendship, and personal growth. Where to Watch Season All Season 1 Season 2 Season 3 stream

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The Fruits Basket manga is one of the most beloved Shojo romance series of all time, and its 2019 adaptation more than lives up to that pedigree. The series follows a girl named Tohru whose world is turned upside down after the death of her mother. After living in a tent in a forest near her school, Tohru is eventually taken in by the eccentric Sohma family. Though the Sohmas have many problems, their biggest is that they are all cursed to turn into one animal of the Chinese Zodiac whenever they experience extreme emotions.

Though character conflict is naturally at the heart of the series, Fruits Basket's pastoral setting and lovable cast still make it quite a relaxing watch. Any fan of Shojo owes it to themselves to watch Fruits Basket, making it a perfect slice-of-life series.

32 Tanaka-kun is Always Listless

Anime By Silver Link, Based on the Manga By Nozomi Uda

Tanaka-kun Is Always Listless captures the essence of relaxation and functions as a comfort anime, with the protagonist's attitude encouraging viewers to relax alongside him. The series offers a calming, feel-good journey, highlighting relatable themes about finding joy in simple moments and friendships. Its light-hearted vibe, combined with endearing characters and a laid-back sense of humor, makes it a perfect slice-of-life anime for those seeking a soothing, uplifting viewing experience.

The narrative focuses on Tanaka, a high school student who is constantly fatigued and unmotivated, frequently gliding through life with little initiative. His closest friend, Ohta, assumes the responsibility of looking after Tanaka, making sure he stays healthy and helping him avoid difficulties.

31 Polar Bear Café

Anime By Studio Pierrot, Based on the Manga By Aloha Higa

Polar Bear Cafe Cast Takahiro Sakurai , Jun Fukuyama , Hiroshi Kamiya Release Date April 4, 2012 Seasons 1 Streaming Service(s) Crunchyroll Directors Mitsuyuki Masuhara Main Genre Comedy Creator(s) Aloha Higa Expand

Polar Bear Café is exactly what it says in the title, a series about a polar bear who runs a café frequented by animals and humans alike. Two of the cafe's regulars are a well-meaning but not terribly smart panda who enjoys ordering bamboo and a penguin who is good friends with Polar Bear.

Polar Bear Café's studio, Pierrot, is also the studio responsible for anime such as Naruto and Bleach.

What immediately stands out about the series is the striking designs of its three lead animals. Contrasted with far more anime-esque character designs for the human characters, the three main animals' realistic designs always make them seem hilariously out of place in the anime. There is something inherently comical about Polar bear, with his real polar bear proportions, wearing his apron and serving coffee. All of this means that Polar Bear Café is a consistently hilarious low-stakes show that's always an easy watch.

30 Hyouka

Anime Series By Kyoto Animation, Based on the Classic Literature Club series by Writer Honobu Yonezawa

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Hyouka Hyouka is a Japanese anime series based on the novel by Honobu Yonezawa. It follows high school student Houtarou Oreki, who reluctantly joins the Classic Literature Club at the behest of his sister. Together with club members Eru Chitanda, Satoshi Fukube, and Mayaka Ibara, Oreki solves various mysteries, both mundane and intricate, using keen observation and logical reasoning. The series is known for its intricate storytelling and character development. Where to Watch Season All Season 1 stream

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One of Kyoto Animation's best anime series, Hyouka is a slice-of-life mystery series centered around a young man named Houtarou. Houtarou lives by the philosophy of energy conservatism, the idea of drifting through life with the least amount of effort as possible put into all tasks. Unfortunately for Houtarou, his life is changed after he's forced to join the school's literature club and is repeatedly asked to solve the problems of fellow club member Chitanda. This eventually spirals into the whole literature club investigating the mystery of Chitanda's uncle, who disappeared.

Mystery and slice-of-life might not seem like they go together, but Hyouka is an absolutely cozy series that's easy to get lost in. The characters are all incredibly well-fleshed out, making the cast easy to care about. Overall, Hyouka is one of the few mystery anime that will leave fans less tense after watching an episode.

29 Silver Spoon

Anime series by A-1 Pictures; Based on the manga by Hiromu Arakawa

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Silver Spoon Silver Spoon is a Russian crime drama series following Igor Sokolovsky, a wealthy and spoiled young man who is forced to work as a police officer after a run-in with the law. Based in modern-day Moscow, Igor navigates the intricacies of his new role, encountering various challenges and personal growth, while uncovering deeper issues within his family. Cast Ryōhei Kimura , Marie Miyake , Ayahi Takagaki , Tôru Sakurai , Nobunaga Shimazaki , Masayuki Shoji , Shiori Izawa , Nobuyuki Kobushi , Kengo Takanashi , Yoshihisa Kawahara , Yuki Ono , Yasunori Masutani Release Date July 13, 2013 Main Genre Animation Character(s) Yuugo Hachiken , Aki Mikage , Tamako Inada , Ichirou Komaba , Shinnosuke Aikawa , Keiji Tokiwa , Mayumi Yoshino , Tarou Beppu , Hajime Nishikawa , Mr. Sakuragi , Shin'ichirou Inada , Mr. Nakajima

A-1 Pictures' Silver Spoon is centered around Yuugo Hachiken, a studious young boy who enrolls in an agricultural school after failing to get accepted into his high school of choice. While Hachiken goes into his new school expecting an easy workload, he ends up having to work even harder than he thought, and he and his friends all end up richer for the experience from it.

Silver Spoon was created by Hiromu Arakawa of Fullmetal Alchemist fame, and the shift to slice-of-life did nothing to diminish her abilities as a writer. Far from the action and intrigue of Fullmetal Alchemist, Arakawa pulled from her own background growing up on a farm for Silver Spoon, thus giving it a definite air of authenticity, and just like Fullmetal Alchemist, Silver Spoon has Hiromu Arakwa's keen eye for character writing to create a cast that's nothing but endlessly entertaining.

28 Blue Period

Anime series by Seven Arcs, Based on the manga by Tsubasa Yamaguchi

Very few anime and manga are as motivational as Blue Period, and this series is bound to reignite a fire inside of a viewer despite how relatively normal it is. It focuses on a young boy venturing into a completely new world and working hard to become great at it. Forming new friendships, and rivalry, and making new great memories, Blue Period shows the beauty and struggles of highschool life in an expert way.

The narrative centers around Yatora Yaguchi, a diligent high school student who, despite excelling academically, experiences a sense of emptiness. His encounter with painting stirs an intense and unforeseen enthusiasm for art, motivating him to aim for a future at the esteemed Tokyo University of the Arts, even though he lacks prior experience and faces societal pressures.

27 Natsume's Book Of Friends

Anime series by Shuka; Based on the manga by Yuki Midorikawa

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Natsume's Book of Friends Natsume's Book of Friends follows the story of Takashi Natsume, a boy who can see spirits and inherits a book containing the names of spirits bound by his late grandmother. Assisted by a spirit named Madara, Natsume seeks to release the spirits' names while navigating the challenges of his unique ability. The series explores themes of friendship and the supernatural. Cast Matthew Elkins , Marisa Duran , Hiroshi Kamiya , Kazuhiko Inoue , Christopher Wehkamp , Miki Itō , Ryōhei Kimura , Hisayoshi Suganuma , Miyuki Sawashiro , Kristian Eros , Hiroshi Shimozaki , Akira Ishida , Kazuma Horie Release Date July 7, 2008 Streaming Service(s) Crunchyroll Main Genre Animation Character(s) Satoru Nishimura (English) , Jun Sasada (English) , Natsume Takashi , Madara , Madara (English) Toko Fujiwara , Satoru Nishimura , Atsushi Kitamoto , Jun Sasada , Additional Voices , Ushigao no Chukyu Yokai , Shuichi Natori , Kaname Tanuma Expand

Shuka's Natsume's Book of Friends is about the titular Natsume, a young man who can talk to spirits called yokai. After the death of his grandmother, Natsume is given an incredibly valuable book containing the names of more than a hundred yokai who were previously in the service of Natsume's grandmother. Natsume makes it his mission to nullify the contracts of each spirit in the book so that they can move on to the afterlife.

While it does feature more than a few evil yokai that require a bit more effort to confront, Natsume's Book of Friends is quite calming with its focus on nature and healing, and it ends up being a relaxing series to watch more often than not. As strange as it sounds, an anime about ghosts and spirits can still be one of the best laid-back slice-of-life-anime.

26 Komi Can't Communicate

Anime series by OLM, Inc.; Based on the manga by Tomohito Oda

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Komi Can't Communicate Komi Can't Communicate is an animated series focusing on Shoko Komi, a high school student with severe communication anxiety. Despite her social challenges, she becomes the school's most admired figure. Aided by a classmate, Hitohito Tadano, Komi embarks on a journey to overcome her fears and make 100 friends. The series blends humor and heartfelt moments while addressing themes of social anxiety and friendship. Cast Amber Lee Connors , Kyle McCarley , Skyler Davenport , Sarah Williams , Cristina Vee , Cherami Leigh Release Date October 7, 2021 Seasons 2 Streaming Service(s) Netflix Franchise(s) Komi Can't Communicate Writers Deko Akao Directors Kazuki Kawagoe , Ayumu Watanabe Main Genre Comedy Creator(s) Tomohito Oda Expand

OLM, Inc.'s Komi Can't Communicate focuses on a girl named Komi who becomes popular in high school due to her seemingly stoic beauty. Despite the attention she gets though, Komi's apparent stoicism is actually due to difficulties in communicating with others. Together with an average-appearing boy named Hitohito Tadano, Komi makes it her goal to break out of the shell of anxiety and make 100 friends.

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What makes Komi Can't Communicate so great is how effortlessly it balances its differing tones. Komi Can't Communicate always knows how to complement its comedic moments with its more serious character-driven ones, so Komi's growth and management of her social anxiety never feels too heavy-handed or too much like a joke. It ends up as one of the best explorations into social anxiety because of it, and with the great character interactions surrounding it, it's a great slice-of-life series from start to finish.

25 Nichijou

Anime series by Kyoto Animation; Based on the manga by Keiichi Arawi

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Nichijou - My Ordinary Life Nichijou - My Ordinary Life is an anime series that explores the daily lives of three high school girls—Mio, Yuuko, and Mai—as well as a child scientist and her robot companion. The show highlights absurd and surreal events that contrast with the characters’ otherwise mundane routines. Through its unique humor and quirky narrative, the series provides a whimsical portrayal of everyday life. Cast Morgan Garrett , Leah Clark , Brittany Lauda , Monica Rial , Jad Saxton , Anthony Bowling Release Date April 3, 2011 Seasons 1 Streaming Service(s) Crunchyroll Franchise(s) Nichijou Writers Jukki Hanada Directors Tatsuya Ishihara Main Genre Comedy Creator(s) Keiichi Arawi Expand

More on the silly end of slice-of-life, Kyoto Animation's Nichijou is a hilarious series where the stakes are small and the jokes are big. This slice-of-life classic follows a group of girls as they navigate life in a small town, with the antics they and the other people in town get into often delving into the surreal in terms of concept and how they react to them.

What makes Nichijou so remarkable is how well it uses animation to tell its jokes. Instead of just relying on funny dialogue or situations, Nichijou truly gets the most out of being an anime by including plenty of visual gags and over-the-top animation that sell the comedy to an incredible degree and make every gag an absolute riot. At the end of the day, when looking for slice-of-life comedies, anime fans really can't go wrong with Nichijou.

24 Do It Yourself!!

Anime series by Studio Pine Jam; Directed by Kazuhiro Yoneda

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Do It Yourself!! Set in a high school, this animated series follows a group of girls in a DIY club as they learn the art of crafting furniture and forge friendships. Together, they tackle challenges and build their future, emphasizing collaboration, creativity, and the value of hands-on experiences. Where to Watch stream

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buy Not available Not available Not available *Availability in US Release Date October 6, 2022 Main Genre Animation Cast Konomi Inagaki , Kana Ichinose , Ayane Sakura , Azumi Waki , Karin Takahashi , Nichika Omori , Yumi Kakazu , Kikuko Inoue , Hozumi Goda , Hana Shimano , Hajime Minoshima , Airu Yazaki , Seira Ryu , Wakana Kowaka , Risa Mizuno , Satsuki Kokubu , Satomi Akesaka , Tomoyuki Shimura , Chihiro Takaoka Character(s) Serufu Yua , Miku Purin Suride , Rei Kurei Yasaku , Takumi Hikage , Kokoro Shii Kouki , Juliet Jobko Queen Elizabeth VIII , Haruko Hoketsu , Serufu's Mother , Jellyfish-san , Female Student A , Female Student C , Female Student B , Kidoma-sensei , Kurei's Mother , Purin's Mother , Shii's Mother , Kurei's Father , Principal Seasons 1 Expand

Studio Pine Jam's Do It Yourself!! is set in near-future Japan and follows Serufu Yua, a clumsy teenager who's never given much thought to anything before stumbling upon her school's DIY club. Amazed by the concept, Serufu becomes the only member of the club aside from the club president, Rei, so she needs to help draw in new members to save the club while learning the ins and outs of DIY, herself.

Do It Yourself!! has a distinct and striking visual style and an ensemble cast of memorable characters. The show highlights the budding relationships the club members form, as well as Serufu's dynamic with both old and new friends alike. The educational element of Do It Yourself!! also plays into its charm for always making such a mundane concept seem interesting, and overall, it always manages to perfectly combine coziness and humor in every episode.

23 Kiyo In Kyoto

Anime series by J.C. Staff; Based on the manga by Aiko Koyama

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House is an anime series that centers on Kiyo, a young girl who supports her childhood friend Sumire's aspiration to become a maiko, or apprentice geisha, in Kyoto. While Sumire trains rigorously, Kiyo finds her own calling as a cook in the maiko house, nurturing the residents with her culinary skills. The series offers a gentle exploration of friendship, dedication, and daily life within the geisha community. Where to Watch Season All Season 1 stream

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J.C. Staff's Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House stars Kiyo and Sumire, two friends who moved to Kyoto before the show's start to become maiko, or trainee geisha. Things didn't go quite to plan for the pair though, as while Sumire prospered in training, Kiyo struggled, and was eventually dismissed. All was not lost for Kiyo though, as she quickly proved herself in another way, becoming the maiko house's new cook.

Kiyo in Kyoto sees the two friends flourish in their roles and provides insight into both the maiko lifestyle and Japanese cooking. Both fields are areas Western viewers are bound to be unfamiliar with, especially maiko, so Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House serves as a great educational experience for Japanese culture, and for anyone interested in that, it should not be passed up.

22 Deaimon

Anime series by Encourage Films; Based on the manga by Rin Asano

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Deaimon: Recipe for Happiness Cast Nobunaga Shimazaki , Kozue Yuuki , Sayaka Ohara , Rikiya Koyama , Hiroshi Iwasaki , Takuma Nagatsuka , Minori Suzuki , Minami Takahashi[ Release Date April 6, 2022 Seasons 1 Main Genre Anime

Deaimon sees the main character Nagomu Irino return home to his family's traditional sweet shop after years away, only to find that in his absence a young girl, Itsuka, has been taken in by his family and is expected to inherit the shop in his stead. What follows is a competition, with both Nagomu and Itsuka trying to prove that they are capable of running the store, and the pair develop a charming sibling-like bond along the way.

In addition to its great character writing and animation, Deaimon excellently shows the skill that goes into making wagashi, traditional Japanese confectioneries, and also does a great job of showing how making new and unlikely connections can help people to evolve. All in all, it's an anime that's great for slice-of-life fans and one that should not be passed up.

21 Super Cub

Anime series by Studio Kai; Based on the light novel by Tone Koken

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Super Cub Super Cub is an anime series centered on Koguma, a solitary high school girl in Yamanashi. Her life transforms after acquiring a used Honda Super Cub motorcycle, prompting new adventures and starting a friendship with classmate Reiko, as they both explore the freedom and discovery brought by their motorcycles. Where to Watch Season All Season 1 stream

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When Studio Kai's Super Cub begins, its protagonist, Koguma, is very lonely. She has no family, no friends, no real hobbies, and lives a quiet and isolated life. This all changes when Koguma buys herself a motorbike, the titular Honda Super Cub, which leads her to meet two other girls at her school who also ride motorbikes and gradually learning to open up.

Super Cub is a quiet anime that shows what a big impact a beloved hobby can have on a person's life, and Koguma's gradual progression over the course of the series is heartwarming to watch unfold. The series also details the care that goes into maintaining a motorbike down to the smallest detail, so even people who don't care much about that can still walk away feeling more knowledgeable about something so unique.

20 A Place Further Than The Universe

Anime series by Studio Madhouse; Directed by Atsuko Ishizuka

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! A Place Further Than the Universe A Place Further Than the Universe is an anime series that follows high school girls Mari Tamaki and Shirase Kobuchizawa, who embark on an expedition to Antarctica. Alongside two friends, they chase their dreams and face various challenges on their journey to the unknown continent, aiming to discover personal growth and the bonds of friendship. Cast Inori Minase , Kana Hanazawa , Yuka Iguchi , Saori Hayami , Mamiko Noto , Yoko Hikasa , Lynn , Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Release Date January 2, 2018 Seasons 1 Main Genre Anime Creator(s) Atsuko Ishizuka Expand

Studio Madhouse's A Place Further than the Universe stars Mari Tamaki, a young girl who always seeks to live her life to the fullest by going on an adventure. One day, Mari gets her wish when she has a chance to join in on an expedition to Antarctica, and it ends up being a much bigger adventure than she could have ever dreamed of.

Despite the harsh climate that Mari and her friends find themselves in, A Place Further than the Universe is a relentlessly positive series that wears its heart on its sleeve. The great art and animation that are common with Studio Madhouse are on full display, and more than that, there's just something so genuine and comfortable about the relationship between Mari, Shirase, Hinata, and Yuzuki that makes this series an instant classic slice-of-life anime.

19 A Silent Voice

Anime series by Kyoto Animation & Based on the manga by Ooima Yoshitoki

Your Rating close 10 stars 9 stars 8 stars 7 stars 6 star 5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star 0/10 Leave a Review Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite Movies My Watchlist Success! 8/10 A Silent Voice A Silent Voice is a Japanese animated film directed by Naoko Yamada. It follows Shoya Ishida, a former bully who seeks redemption by reconnecting with Shoko Nishimiya, a deaf girl he once tormented. The film explores themes of bullying, empathy, and forgiveness, offering a poignant look at the complexities of human relationships and the impact of one's actions on others. Release Date September 17, 2016

One of the most popular and best anime movies of all time, A Silent Voice might not be the first thing one thinks of when they hear "slice of life", but it fits the bill perfectly. The story stands out for its honest portrayal of difficult themes such as bullying, mental health, and social alienation. Shoya’s journey to redeem himself is layered and emotional, showing the lasting effects of cruelty on both the victim and the perpetrator. What makes this story even more beautiful is the masterful adaptation that makes every second aesthetically pleasing.

The movie follows the depressed boy, Shoya, who is about to commit suicide because of the guilt from his days as a bully. Fortunately, he survives, and one day meets Shoko, the deaf girl he relentlessly bullied in elementary school. The two reconnect and Shoya does his best to atone for his sins, but this doesn't come easy, and he has to work for it.

18 Flying Witch

Anime series by J.C. Staff; Based on the manga by Chihiro Ishizuka

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Flying Witch Flying Witch (2016) is a Japanese anime series following the life of Makoto Kowata, a young witch who moves to the countryside to live with her cousins while training to become a fully-fledged witch. The series blends elements of magic with the everyday joys and challenges of rural life, offering a serene and whimsical narrative focused on character development and subtle, heartfelt moments. Cast Minami Shinoda , Eri Suzuki , Shinsuke Sugawara , Adam Gibbs , Stephanie Wittels , Juliet Simmons , Kana Aoi , Kikuko Inoue Release Date April 9, 2016 Seasons 1 Main Genre Anime

J.C. Staff's Flying Witch is an iyashikei anime, an anime focused primarily on people living out peaceful lives, that follows Makoto Kowata, a young witch who moves to live with her relatives in the Aomori prefecture as part of her training, all the while teaching friends and family alike about the various oddities of the magical world.

A perfect choice for fans of Kiki's Delivery Service, Flying Witch showcases the small quirks of Makoto's witchcraft and how it evolves as she spends time with her family and friends, all while striking a perfect balance between comedic and heartwarming moments. Focusing on life's small pleasures among the beautiful scenery, Flying Witch perfectly embodies the core tenants of the iyashikei genre of anime, and as such, every episode of Flying Witch is full of comfort from start to finish and great to watch.

17 Restaurant To Another World

Anime series by OLM, Inc.; Based on the light novel by Junpei Inuzuka

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Restaurant to Another World Restaurant to Another World is a Japanese anime series that centers on a Western-style restaurant called “Yōshoku no Nekoya,” which opens its doors once a week to fantastical creatures from a parallel world. Patrons range from dragons to elves, each coming to savor the unique culinary creations offered by the establishment. The series explores themes of hospitality, culture, and the universal love for food through episodic storytelling. Cast Christopher Sabat , Jill Harris , Charles C. Campbell , Monica Rial , Caitlin Glass , Tyson Rinehart , Jeremy Inman , John Swasey Release Date July 3, 2017 Seasons 2 Main Genre Anime

In OLM, Inc.'s Restaurant to Another World, Nekoya is, on the surface, a normal restaurant that specializes in Japanese and Western fusion cuisine, but that changes on Saturdays. On Saturdays, Nekoya is connected to a fantasy world, and in addition to being customers, the strange inhabitants of the world frequently use it as a place of business and general merriment.

One of the best food-related anime to be released in recent years, Restaurant to Another World is a slice-of-life anime that truly stands out from its contemporaries. While this series does make use of many fantasy and isekai genre traditions, Restaurant to Another World's ultimate focus is on the personal stories of the restaurant's staff and customers, rather than their heroic exploits. With its mouthwatering dishes and sense of escapism, Restaurant To Another World is a fantastic blend of genres.

16 Spy x Family

Anime series by Wit Studio & CloverWorks, Based on the Manga By Tatsuya Endo

Your changes have been saved My List My Favorite TV Shows My Watchlist Success! Spy x Family Created by Tatsuya Endo, Spy X Family is an action-adventure comedy anime that follows the misadventures of a found family with unique quirks. The story follows spy Twilight (known as Loid Forger), who, while on assignment, builds a fake family to get closer to his target. Unbeknownst to him, his new family carries their quirks. His wife, Yor, is a kind but deadly assassin, while his daughter, Anya, has telepathic powers - and is the only one who knows their secrets. Where to Watch Season All Season 1 stream

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buy Not available Not available Not available *Availability in US Cast Takuya Eguchi , Atsumi Tanezaki , Saori Hayami , Alex Organ , Megan Shipman , Natalie Van Sistine Release Date April 9, 2022 Seasons 1 Streaming Service(s) Crunchyroll Franchise(s) Spy X Family Writers Kazuhiro Furuhashi , Ichirō Ōkouchi Directors Kazuhiro Furuhashi , Takahiro Harada Creator(s) Tatsuya Endo Expand

Few anime have taken the world be storm in recent memory like Spy x Family has. The series follows a spy named Twilight who is sent on a mission to keep an eye on the leader of a prominent political party. To help, Twilight creates the fake identity of Loid Forger and adopts a young girl named Anya, who unbeknownst to him, is psychic. Completing the family is Loid's fake wife, Yor, who is actually an assassin working for Loid's enemies.

Despite the promises of high-octane spy action, Spy x Family is mostly a lighthearted comedy series that uses its fun premise in funny and creative ways that are never draining on the viewer. Though all the characters are great, Anya and her many meme-worthy faces are the series' true highlight. With its fun characters and its great animation, fans can trust that Spy x Family is one of the best slice-of-life anime.