Best Romance Anime of the 1990s

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 63 romance titles spanning 1990–1999.

1
Gallop · 1998 · 247,619 ratings
Rurouni Kenshin is a highly regarded samurai anime, praised for its engaging story, well-developed characters, and...
8.3
2
Toei Animation · 1994 · 83,451 ratings
Sailor Moon S is a season praised for its introduction of complex characters and darker themes, marking a high point...
7.9
3
Toei Animation · 1996 · 60,869 ratings
Sailor Moon Sailor Stars is viewed as a strong, albeit flawed, conclusion to the original anime series. Fans appreciate...
7.9
4
Gallop · 1996 · 29,696 ratings
Kodocha is a beloved anime praised for its engaging characters, emotional depth, and comedic moments. While some find...
7.9
5
Studio Deen · 1990 · 131,300 ratings
Ranma ½ is a beloved classic anime with a unique blend of comedy, action, and romance. While the show is praised for...
7.8
6
Toei Animation · 1992 · 201,453 ratings
Sailor Moon is fondly remembered as a classic magical girl anime with strong characters and themes, though its age...
7.7
7
Toei Animation · 1993 · 92,944 ratings
Sailor Moon R receives mixed reactions, with praise for its darker themes, character development, and the Black Moon...
7.7
8
Studio Pierrot · 1995 · 54,409 ratings
Fushigi Yuugi is a divisive anime, particularly regarding the main character Miaka, with fans either loving or hating...
7.6
9
Gainax · 1998 · 86,376 ratings
Audience opinions on Kareshi Kanojo no Jijou are divided. Many appreciate the unique characters, engaging romance, and...
7.6
10
Sunrise · 1996 · 70,033 ratings
Tenkuu no Escaflowne is a visually and musically impressive anime with a unique blend of fantasy, mecha, and romance...
7.6
11
Toei Animation · 1995 · 65,733 ratings
The SuperS season is considered the weakest of the Sailor Moon series by many viewers due to its heavy focus on...
7.6
12
Sunrise · 1994 · 40,198 ratings
G Gundam is a divisive entry in the Gundam franchise, praised for its unique blend of martial arts and mecha action, as...
7.5
13
Toei Animation · 1996 · 27,115 ratings
Audience reception is strongly divided. Some viewers found the series captivating, praising the strong female lead,...
7.5
14
Sunrise · 1999 · 19,662 ratings
Seikai no Monshou is a highly regarded space opera anime praised for its complex story, well-developed characters, and...
7.5
15
E&G Films · 1994 · 5,936 ratings
Overall, Ginga Sengoku Gunyuuden Rai is viewed as a solid and underrated space opera anime. Viewers appreciate its...
7.5
16
Toei Animation · 1999 · 30,031 ratings
Audience sentiment is mixed, with many viewers appreciating the characters and romance elements, but finding the anime...
7.4
17
Xebec · 1996 · 21,518 ratings
Martian Successor Nadesico is generally well-received as a smart and funny parody of the mecha genre, with a strong...
7.4
18
Toei Animation · 1994 · 23,591 ratings
Marmalade Boy is a classic shoujo anime that evokes strong feelings of nostalgia and attachment in many viewers, with...
7.4
19
AIC · 1995 · 36,708 ratings
Tenchi Muyou! is regarded as a classic harem anime with a good balance of sci-fi and comedy. However, some viewers find...
7.4
20
Toei Animation · 1995 · 6,668 ratings
Gokinjo Monogatari is appreciated for its realistic portrayal of teenage life, relatable characters, and unique art...
7.4