Top 10 Must Watch Anime Of All Time

 Introduction

Selecting only 10 titles for our list of the best anime was quite challenging, but our team of experts managed to pick the top ones. We thought about a few important things while choosing our 10 favorites: Did the anime have a significant impact on the culture? Did they shape the industry and the genre of anime? And, of course, did we simply enjoy watching them?!

A lot of anime fans probably started watching shows like Dragon Ball Z without even realizing it. That show was super popular in the 1990s. But not everyone who watched it became a big fan of anime in general. I was almost like that too. 

It took me more than ten years to get back into anime, and it happened because of some events that occurred. Once I got back into it, I became totally hooked and obsessed with the anime world.

After watching many of the best anime series ever and rewatching some of my favorites, I feel pretty sure about my personal top picks. But I know that not everyone will agree with me because every fan has their own favorites.

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Here are some of the reasons why anime is so popular:

The art style: Anime is known for its distinctive art style, which features colorful characters, vibrant backgrounds, and detailed animation.

• The stories: Anime stories are often full of adventure, action, and humor. They can also be very emotional and thought-provoking.
• The characters: Anime characters are often well-developed and relatable. They can be funny, heroic, or even tragic.
• The themes: Anime often explores themes such as friendship, courage, and self-discovery. These themes can be universal and relatable to people of all ages.
• The variety: There is a wide variety of anime genres, so there is something for everyone. Whether you like action, adventure, comedy, drama, or something else, there is sure to be an anime that you will enjoy.

If you are interested in learning more about anime, there are many resources available online and in libraries. You can also watch anime series and films on streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, and Crunchyroll.

This List Is Made On My Opinion

10. Made in Abyss (2017)

• Title: Made in Abyss
• Genre: Adventure, drama, fantasy, mystery
• Studio: Kinema Citrus
• Aired: July 7, 2017 to September 22, 2017
• Episodes: 13

Plot:

Made in Abyss is an anime series based on the manga series of the same name by Akihito Tsukushi. The story follows the adventures of Riko, a young orphan who lives in the Belchero Orphanage in the town of Orth. The town surrounds a strange, giant hole descending deep into the earth, which is known as the Abyss. The Abyss harbors artifacts and remnants of civilizations long gone, and is, therefore, a popular hunting spot for so-called Cave Raiders, who undertake arduous and dangerous descents into the mist-filled pit to recover whatever relics they can find. Returning from the Abyss can be dangerous as "the Curse of the Abyss," a mysterious and potentially fatal malady, manifests upon ascension.

Riko's dream is to become a Cave Raider like her mother, Lyza, who disappeared in the Abyss four years ago. One day, Riko starts exploring the caves and discovers a robot who resembles a human boy. The robot, who Riko names Reg, has no memory of his past or how he came to be in the Abyss. Together, Riko and Reg set out on a journey to find Lyza and solve the mysteries of the Abyss.

Themes:

Made in Abyss explores a variety of themes, including friendship, courage, and self-discovery. The series also deals with more complex themes such as the nature of good and evil, the limits of human knowledge, and the power of hope.

Critical reception:

Made in Abyss was a critical and commercial success. The series was praised for its beautiful animation, its dark and suspenseful story, and its well-developed characters. Made in Abyss won several awards, including the Grand Prize at the 2017 Japan Media Arts Festival.

9. My Hero Academia (2016)

My Hero Academia is a Japanese superhero manga series written and illustrated by Kōhei Horikoshi. It has been serialized in Shueisha's shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump since July 2014, with its chapters additionally collected into 38 tankōbon volumes as of June 2023.

PLOT: 

The story follows Izuku Midoriya, a boy born without a Quirk (a superpower) in a world where they have become commonplace, but who still dreams of becoming a hero. After being inspired by his idol All Might, the world's greatest hero, Midoriya is scouted by All Might and given his Quirk: One For All.

Now, Midoriya attends U.A. High School, a school that cultivates the next generation of superheroes. Along the way, he makes new friends, learns to control his Quirk, and faces off against villains who threaten the peace of society.

My Hero Academia is a shonen anime that is full of action, humor, and heart. It is a story about the power of dreams and the importance of never giving up on your goals.

Here are some of the key plot points of the anime:

• Midoriya is accepted to U.A. High School, where he meets his new classmates, including Bakugo, Ochaco Uraraka, and Shoto Todoroki.
• Midoriya trains hard to control his Quirk and become a hero.
• He faces off against villains, including the League of Villains, led by Tomura Shigaraki.
• Midoriya learns more about the history of Quirks and the One For All Quirk.
• He makes new friends and allies, including All Might, Endeavor, and Mirio Togata.
• He grows as a hero and a person, and learns the true meaning of being a hero.

If you are looking for a shonen anime that is full of action, humor, and heart, then I highly recommend My Hero Academia.

8. Dragon Ball Z (1989)

Dragon Ball Z is a Japanese anime television series produced by Toei Animation. Part of the Dragon Ball media franchise, it is the sequel to the 1986 Dragon Ball anime series and adapts the latter 325 chapters of the original Dragon Ball manga series created by Akira Toriyama. The series aired in Japan on Fuji TV from April 26, 1989, to January 31, 1996, and was later dubbed for broadcast in at least 81 countries worldwide.

Dragon Ball Z is one of the most popular anime series of all time, and has been praised for its action, humor, and character development. The series also featured heavy sci-fi overtones, and a greater emphasis on fighting - making it extremely popular among adolescent boys who had grown up alongside the original series.

Here are some of the key plot points of the anime:

• The Saiyan Saga: The series begins with the arrival of Goku's long-lost brother Raditz, who reveals that Goku is a Saiyan, an alien warrior race. Raditz forces Goku to team up with his rival Vegeta to defeat him, but Goku ultimately sacrifices himself to save the Earth.
  
  
• The Namek Saga: Goku is revived by the Dragon Balls and travels to the planet Namek to find the Dragon Balls and revive his friends. He is joined by Vegeta, Gohan, Krillin, and Piccolo, and they face off against the evil Frieza, who is trying to collect the Dragon Balls for himself.
• The Frieza Saga: Frieza is defeated by Goku, but he is not truly dead. He returns in the form of Mecha Frieza, but he is ultimately defeated by Goku and Vegeta.
• The Cell Saga: Cell is a bio-engineered android created by Dr. Gero, a scientist who was obsessed with destroying Goku. Cell absorbs several other androids, becoming even more powerful, and he challenges Goku and his friends to a tournament.
• The Majin Buu Saga: Majin Buu is a powerful magical creature who is released by Babidi, a wizard who seeks to conquer the world. Goku and his friends face off against Majin Buu, and they eventually manage to defeat him.

Dragon Ball Z is a classic anime series that has stood the test of time. It is a must-watch for any fan of action, humor, and adventure.

7.Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)

• Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is a Japanese anime television series based on the shōnen manga series of the same name by Hiromu Arakawa. The story follows the Elric brothers, Edward and Alphonse, who try to restore their bodies after a failed attempt to bring their mother back to life using alchemy.
• Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is a well-written, action-packed, and thought-provoking anime series. It is a series that will stay with you long after you finish watching it.

Here are some of the reasons why Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is so popular:

• The characters are well-developed and relatable. Edward and Alphonseare both complex characters who are easy to root for. They are flawed but alwaysstrive to do the right thing. The supporting cast is also well-developed, and they provide the Elric brothers with support and guidance throughout their journey.
• The story is exciting and action-packed. There are plenty of fights, battles, and other exciting events to keep viewers entertained. However, the series is also thoughtful and introspective, and it explores some difficult themes in a mature way.
• The anime is full of humor. There are plenty of jokes and gags throughout the series, which help to lighten the mood and make the series more enjoyable to watch.
• The anime has a strong message of hope and determination. Edward and Alphonse never give up on their goals, no matter how difficult things get. This message is inspiring to many viewers.

If you are looking for a well-written, action-packed, and thought-provoking anime, then I highly recommend Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. It is a series that will stay with you long after you finish watching it.

6. Demon Slayer (2019)

Plot: 

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is a Japanese anime television series based on the shōnen manga series of the same name by Koyoharu Gotōge. The story follows Tanjiro Kamado, a young boy who becomes a demon slayer after his family is slaughtered and his younger sister Nezuko is turned into a demon.

• The series is set in Taisho-era Japan, where a secret society, known as the Demon Slayer Corps, has been waging a secret war against demons for centuries. The demons are former humans who were turned into demons by Muzan Kibutsuji injecting them with his own blood, and they feed on humans and possess supernatural abilities such as super strength, powers that demons can obtain called "Blood Demon Art", and regeneration. 
• Demons can only be killed if they are decapitated with weapons crafted from an alloy known as Nichirin, injected with poison extracted from wisteria flowers, or exposed to sunlight.
• Tanjiro is a kind-hearted and intelligent boy who lives with his family in the mountains. He became his family's breadwinner after his father's death, traveling to the nearby village to sell charcoal. Everything changed when he came home one day to discover his family was attacked and slaughtered by a demon. His sister Nezuko was the only survivor, but she had been turned into a demon herself.
• Tanjiro vows to find a way to turn Nezuko back into a human and to kill the demon that killed his family. He joins the Demon Slayer Corps and begins his training to become a demon slayer. Along the way, he meets other demon slayers, including Zenitsu Agatsuma, Inosuke Hashibira, and Giyu Tomioka. Together, they face many challenges, including the Twelve Kizuki, the twelve most powerful demons under Muzan Kibutsuji.
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is a popular anime series that has been praised for its animation, action, and story. It has won numerous awards, including the Kodansha Manga Award and the Shogakukan Manga Award.

If you are looking for a well-written, action-packed, and beautiful anime series, then I highly recommend Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. It is a series that will stay with you long after you finish watching it.

5. Jujutsu Kaisen (2018)

• Jujutsu Kaisen is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Gege Akutami.
• It has been serialized in Shueisha's shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump since March 2018, with its chapters collected and published in 23 tankōbon volumes as of July 2023.
• The story follows high school student Yuji Itadori as he joins a secret organization of Jujutsu Sorcerers to eliminate a powerful Curse named Ryomen Sukuna, of whom Yuji becomes the host.
• Jujutsu Kaisen has been praised for its action sequences, character development, and dark humor.
• The series has also been a commercial success, with over 60 million copies in circulation as of January 2023.
• Jujutsu Kaisen has been adapted into an anime television series by MAPPA, which aired from October 2020 to March 2021. A second season is scheduled to premiere in 2023.

PLOT: 

swallows the finger, becoming the host of Sukuna's curse. To his surprise, he retains control over his body, but his existence becomes intertwined with the world of Jujutsu, a secret society of sorcerers who exorcise curses and maintain the balance between the human world and the supernatural.

Yuji is enlisted as a student at the Tokyo Metropolitan Jujutsu Technical High School, where he trains alongside other Jujutsu sorcerers. His mentor, Satoru Gojo, a skilled and eccentric sorcerer, guides him through his training, teaching him about cursed energy, techniques, and the dangers posed by curses.

As Yuji learns more about curses and the dark supernatural world, he encounters powerful enemies, including other cursed spirits and sorcerers with their own agendas. He forms strong bonds with his classmates, including the talented but troubled Megumi Fushiguro and the energetic Nobara Kugisaki, as they work together to protect innocent lives from curses.

Throughout the series, Yuji grapples with his dual existence as both a human and a vessel for Sukuna's curse. He faces moral dilemmas and struggles to maintain his humanity while battling dangerous curses and forces that threaten the world. Along the way, he unravels the mysteries surrounding Sukuna, his own powers, and the true nature of Jujutsu society.

If you are looking for a well-written, action-packed, and visually stunning anime series, then I highly recommend Jujutsu Kaisen. It is a series that will stay with you long after you finish watching it.

4. Attack On Titan

Attack on Titan is a Japanese dark fantasy anime television series adapted from the manga series of the same name by Hajime Isayama. It is set in a post-apocalyptic world where the last remnants of humanity live behind walls protecting them from giant humanoid Titans. The story follows protagonist Eren Yeager, along with friends Mikasa Ackerman and Armin Arlert. 

When a Colossal Titan breaches the wall of their hometown, Titans destroy the city and eat Eren's mother. Eren vows to avenge her death and join the Scout Regiment, an elite group of soldiers who fight Titans outside the walls.

The series explores themes of existentialism, conflict, and the nature of humanity. It is known for its dark and violent tone, as well as its complex characters and plot twists. Attack on Titan has been praised for its animation, action sequences, and story. It has also been criticized for its violence and dark themes.

The series has been a commercial success, both in Japan and internationally. It has won numerous awards, including the Kodansha Manga Award and the Harvey Award. It has also been adapted into a live-action film, a video game, and a stage play.

Here are some of the reasons why Attack on Titan is rated 18+:

• The series contains graphic violence, including scenes of people being eaten alive by Titans.
• The series also contains some sexual content, such as brief nudity and implied sexual relationships.
• The series deals with mature themes, such as death, war, and genocide.

Overall, Attack on Titan is a dark and violent anime series that is not suitable for children. However, it is a well-made series with a complex story and interesting characters. If you are looking for an anime with a lot of action and suspense, then Attack on Titan is a good choice.

3. Death Note

Light Yagami is a brilliant high school student who is bored with his mundane life. One day, he finds a mysterious notebook called the Death Note, which grants him the power to kill anyone whose name he writes in it. Light decides to use the Death Note to rid the world of criminals, and he soon becomes known as Kira, a god-like vigilante.

The Japanese police are baffled by Kira's killings, and they eventually form a task force to investigate. The task force is led by L, a mysterious detective who is rumored to be the only one who can stop Kira.

Light and L engage in a cat-and-mouse game, each trying to outsmart the other. As the battle between good and evil intensifies, Light's sanity begins to unravel, and he becomes increasingly obsessed with his goal of creating a perfect world.

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Death Note is a psychological thriller that explores the themes

of morality, justice, and the power of the human mind. The series is known for its complex characters, its suspenseful plot, and its dark humor. Death Note has been praised by critics and fans alike, and it has been adapted into a live-action film, a television series, and a video game.

Here are some of the reasons why Death Note is so popular:

The characters are complex and well-developed. Light Yagami is a sympathetic protagonist who is slowly corrupted by his power. L is a brilliant detective who is both a challenge and an inspiration to Light. The plot is suspenseful and exciting. The battle between Light and L is a constant game of cat-and-mouse, and the reader is never sure who will win.The themes are thought-provoking. Death Note explores the nature of good and evil, the power of the human mind, and the dangers of absolute power.

If you are looking for a thrilling and thought-provoking anime, then Death Note is definitely worth checking out.

2. Naruto (2002)

"Naruto" is a popular Japanese manga and anime series created by Masashi Kishimoto. It follows the story of Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja who dreams of becoming the strongest ninja in his village, Konohagakure. However, Naruto carries a powerful and dangerous nine-tailed fox demon sealed within him, making him an outcast in his community.

As Naruto navigates his way through various missions and challenges, he forms friendships and alliances with his fellow ninja classmates, including Sakura Haruno and Sasuke Uchiha. The trio becomes a part of Team 7, led by the skilled Jonin instructor, Kakashi Hatake.

The central conflict of the series revolves around Naruto's pursuit of Sasuke, who leaves the village in search of power. Naruto's unwavering loyalty to his friend and his determination to bring him back drives the narrative forward. Along the way, they encounter powerful adversaries, such as Orochimaru, a rogue ninja seeking immortality, and the Akatsuki organization, a group of dangerous criminals with their own nefarious plans.

As the story progresses, Naruto discovers the truth about his past and his connection to the nine-tailed fox. He learns to harness the fox's power and trains diligently to become a skilled ninja. Naruto's journey also explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the pursuit of dreams.

Throughout the series, Naruto faces numerous trials, both physical and emotional, and gradually matures into a respected and influential figure in his village. With the help of his friends and mentors, Naruto becomes instrumental in protecting the village and ultimately bringing about peace in the ninja world.

"Naruto" has captivated audiences with its action-packed battles, intricate plotlines, and compelling characters. It has spawned a sequel series titled "Boruto: Naruto Next Generations," which focuses on the adventures of Naruto's son, Boruto Uzumaki, and his own journey as a ninja.

1. One Piece(1998)

• One Piece (ワンピース) is a Japanese shōnen manga series written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda. It has been serialized in Shueisha's shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump since July 1997, with its individual chapters compiled and published in 105 tankōbon volumes as of March 2023.

The story follows the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy, a young man who gains the power of rubber after unintentionally eating a Devil Fruit. With his crew of pirates, named the Straw Hat Pirates, Luffy explores the Grand Line in search of the world's ultimate treasure known as "One Piece" in order to become the next Pirate King.

The world of One Piece is a vast and dangerous place, full of pirates, sea monsters, and other dangers. Luffy and his crew must use their strength, courage, and teamwork to survive and achieve their goals.

Along the way, they meet many interesting characters, including

Roronoa Zoro, Nami, Usopp, Sanji, Chopper, Nico Robin, Franky, and Brook. Together, they form a close-knit family and fight for what they believe in.

One Piece is a long-running series, but it has never lost its popularity. It is one of the most popular manga and anime series in the world, and it has won numerous awards.

Here are some of the reasons why One Piece is so popular:

• The characters are well-developed and relatable. Luffy is a complex character who is easy to root for. He is flawed but always strives to do the right thing. His friends are also well-developed and provide him with support and guidance throughout their journey.
• The story is exciting and action-packed. There are plenty of fights, battles, and other exciting events to keep viewers entertained.
  
  
  However, the series is also thoughtful and introspective, and it explores some difficult themes in a mature way.
• The world-building is incredible. The world of One Piece is vast and detailed, and it feels real and lived-in.
• The humor is top-notch. One Piece is a funny series, and there are plenty of jokes and gags to keep viewers laughing.
• The art is amazing. Eiichiro Oda is a gifted artist, and the manga and anime are both visually stunning.

If you are looking for a long-running, action-packed, and funny anime series, then I highly recommend One Piece. It is a series that will stay with you long after you finish watching it.

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