Best Romance Anime of the 2000s

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 380 romance titles spanning 2000–2009.

1
Kyoto Animation · 2008 · 696,020 ratings
Clannad: After Story is a highly emotional anime that profoundly impacts many viewers, eliciting strong feelings of...
8.9
2
Studio Ghibli · 2004 · 1,016,877 ratings
Audience opinions are divided on Howl's Moving Castle. While praised for its stunning visuals, animation, and music,...
8.7
3
Madhouse · 2007 · 298,538 ratings
The audience largely appreciates Nana for its realistic portrayal of love, friendship, and the struggles of adulthood,...
8.5
4
ufotable · 2008 · 138,995 ratings
Audience reviews are largely positive, praising the film's complex narrative and high production values. Some find the...
8.4
5
Gonzo · 2006 · 368,568 ratings
Audience opinions on NHK ni Youkoso! are mixed, with some praising its realistic portrayal of social issues,...
8.3
6
Brain's Base · 2009 · 288,683 ratings
Audience sentiment is divided. While many appreciate the focus on character relationships and accurate adaptation,...
8.3
7
Madhouse · 2000 · 233,006 ratings
Cardcaptor Sakura is a beloved classic magical girl anime praised for its heartwarming story, excellent character...
8.2
8
Sunrise · 2003 · 82,657 ratings
Planetes is largely praised for its realistic portrayal of space exploration, strong character development, and...
8.2
9
Bones · 2006 · 724,403 ratings
The audience generally loves Ouran High School Host Club for its humor, characters, and self-aware take on the shoujo...
8.2
10
Madhouse · 2002 · 94,341 ratings
Audience sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, praising the film's artistic merit and innovative storytelling. Some...
8.2
11
J.C.Staff · 2007 · 134,097 ratings
Overall, Nodame Cantabile is well-received for its beautiful classical music, charming characters, and heartwarming...
8.2
12
HAL Film Maker · 2002 · 70,381 ratings
Princess Tutu is overwhelmingly praised as a unique and engaging anime that transcends typical magical girl tropes. The...
8.1
13
J.C.Staff · 2006 · 56,390 ratings
Audience reception is mostly positive, praising the series for its art, music, and character development. Some viewers...
8.1
14
Production I.G · 2007 · 46,681 ratings
The Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations OVA is generally well-received as a significant improvement over the original anime...
8.1
15
Bones · 2005 · 188,206 ratings
Eureka Seven receives high praise for its animation, music, and character development, making it an emotionally...
8
16
Toei Animation · 2007 · 315,156 ratings
Overall, "Lovely★Complex" is a well-received romantic comedy appreciated for its relatable characters and humor. While...
8
17
Madhouse · 2008 · 48,524 ratings
Kaiba is praised for its unique artistic style, imaginative world-building, and thought-provoking themes. However, the...
8
18
J.C.Staff · 2008 · 1,462,095 ratings
Toradora! is a polarizing romantic comedy. Many viewers praise its character development, emotional depth, and...
8
19
HAL Film Maker · 2008 · 146,819 ratings
Overall, Skip Beat! is well-received, particularly for its strong female lead and engaging storyline that blends comedy...
8
20
Studio Comet · 2004 · 154,377 ratings
The audience generally enjoys School Rumble for its humor and characters. However, some find the lack of plot and...
7.9