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Alongside fantasy and action, romance is arguably the most popular genre in anime. Every season comes packed with love stories, be it ones that prioritize drama or humor. Going by the shows announced so far and the ones currently airing, 2025 has not been an exception, with plenty ofnew romance animepenciling their names into the calendar for the rest of the year.
While most of the biggest releases are sequels, fans of the genre would miss out on a lot of great content if they ignore all thenew 2025 romance animethat will be airing each season. Let’s highlight all the TV series announced for the year so far.
Completely new anime are the focus; however, sequels are highlighted in a separate section. Movies are not included. Also, no donghua, OVAs, or ONAs; just series that are airing as part of each quarter’s lineup. Finally, this article will be updated every month to reflect changes in the seasonal lineups.
Updated on July 10, 2025 by Mark Sammut:As theSpring 2025 anime seasonis done, now is the time to focus on Summer 2025. The lineup’s shows have started to debut, with most series releasing their first episodes. At this point, all of the season’s romance anime have been added to this discussion.
Blending supernatural elements with comedy and some romance,I’m Living with an Otaku NEET Kunoichi!?follows a very ordinary guy as he is dragged into theworld of ninjasby Shizuri. While talented and deadly, the latter is also 100% a NEET, meaning she tends to spend her “off” time playing games and generally refusing to go out.
Prioritizing fanservice, this series is a lighthearted romp that never takes itself seriously. Romance is part of the equation, but it is not the selling point. The anime is way more driven by silly hijinks and ecchi content.
One of the better2025 romance anime,I’m Getting Married to a Girl I Hate in My Classis notorious for having polarizing characters, particularly its female protagonist. That said, the source material is funny, and that has rubbed off on the anime. If anything, the adaptation’s fantastic voice acting elevates the material, adding a touch of cuteness to Akane’s tsundere antics.
I’m Getting Married to a Girl I Hate in My Classis a better pick for comedy than romance fans, but the show should not leave the latter starving either. While they cannot seem to decide if they hate or love each other, Akane and Saito have great chemistry and banter, working well as both a comedy duo and a fledgling couple.
A more fantasy-laden romance,I Want to Escape from Princess Lessonsis all about a duchess who has been tied to a prince, despite her lack of enthusiasm at the prospect of becoming a princess. Despite making her disinterest clear, Leticia finds herself constantly having to go through lessons to learn how to become a princess, with Prince Clarke refusing to let her go.
The female lead is likable enough, but the content can be rather uncomfortable. Clarke forces Leticia to remain his fiancé, and she is very clearly against the thought of the relationship. However, her opinion slowly starts to change, but it is hard to shake the feeling that Stockholm Syndrome might have set in.
Okitsura: Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl, but I Just Wish I Know What She’s Saying
Aslice of life romance,Okitsurais all about Okinawa culture, presented through young love. Teruaki moves to the city but struggles with the dialect, even when talking to the girl that he genuinely likes (Hina). To allow them to communicate, they turn to a mutual friend (Kana) for assistance.
Okitsurais more slice of life than romance, although Teruaki does not hide his interest in Hina. They are not currently a couple, and they could very well remain that way for the entire season. Kana also has a crush on Teruaki, and she is a far more interesting character than Hina. Kana is essentially the main protagonist, with quite a few episodes being told from her perspective. Consequently, she feels like the end goal rather than Hina, especially since the latter is not that interesting.
Also known asI Have a Crush at Work,Can You Keep a Secret?offers a refreshing change of pace by focusing on adults rather than high school students. Yui and Masugu are deeply in love and cannot resist their natural pull, which proves to be an issue since they work at a place where romance between colleagues is forbidden.
The manga has a pretty positive reputation, and this2025 romance animeis a great adaptation, blending humor and wholesome moments well. Yui and Masugu are essentially leading two lives, and their attempts to make them work are entertaining and cute. Frustratingly, the anime is not available on a Western streaming platform, limiting its reach significantly.
Now, here is a2025 romance animethat could be divisive.Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charmsrevolves around Mona, a girl who can make any guy fall in love with her. She is extremely popular at school, being treated as something of an idol. However, while she pretends to be chipper and bubbly, she is far more cynical than she lets on. When a new transfer student arrives who seems unmoved by her presence, Mona makes it her mission to force Medaka to fall in love with her.
Mona falls for Medaka pretty much instantly, and her interest strengthens the more he rejects her. On his part, the boy’s reaction is solely based on the fact that he is set to become a monk, so he has to resist earthly desires. Mona does not make that easy, often going well beyond reason to try and get Medaka to blush and fall for her.Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charmscan be a bit one-note since so many segments follow a similar structure and end with essentially the same punchline.
One of the biggestromance anime of 2025,Honey Lemon Sodashares a few similarities withKimi ni Todoke. Both shows revolve around romances involving bullied/isolated girls and popular guys, with their relationships helping the former to come out of her shell.
Honey Lemon Soda, the manga, has been around for roughly a decade, becoming a minor staple of theshojo romance scene. As J.C.Staff handled the adaptation, the anime has high production value, delivering warm animation that amplifies the central love story. Otherwise, the series is fairly typical for its genre and demographic.
Anyway, I’m Falling in Love with Youfalls under a rather polarizing romance subgenre:Reverse harem. As always, the story follows a girl who ends up right in the middle of a group of guys; this time around, the latter are connected via their school’s swimming club. The anime throws out a few interesting twists and focuses a bit more than usual on character development, so the anime could strike a chord with romance and harem fans.
One of threeSpring 2025 romance animethat leaned heavily into ecchi content,Please Put Them On, Takamine-sanis an acquired taste, to say the least. Koushi learns that his “perfect” classmate, Takane, has the power to reverse time by removing her underwear. Yes, that is the plot. After catching her in the act, Koushi is blackmailed by Takane and is forced to do whatever she wants.
Romance eventually develope between the two, althoughPlease Put Them On, Takamine-san’s priority is fanservice. Surprisingly, Crunchyroll has mostly uncensored episodes (well, at first, anyway), which is pretty unusual for the streaming service. Koushi and especially Takane do not leave particularly great first impressions, but they improve slightly as the story progresses.
Himari and Yuu have been close friends for a long time, and they do not have much desire to take things to the next level. However, they make a promise to marry each other if they remain single. When Yuu reconnects with a former crush, Himari has to suddenly examine her feelings for her friend.
Based on a light novel,Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Surviveis aromance anime with a love triangle angle. Surprisingly, this was probably the genre’s most polarizing series of Spring 2025, largely due to Himari. She has shown herself to be quite manipulative and self-centered, which makes her interesting but not particularly endearing. The anime also introduces a few other very unlikable characters, most of whom seem to exist specifically to make Himari seem better in comparison.
Arguably the most excitingnew romance animeof Spring 2025,Kowloon Generic Romanceenvisions a sci-fi world that has mostly left the past behind. However, there is an exception: Kowloon, a city designed around old Hong Kong. This slice of nostalgia happens to be home to Reiko and Hajime, who work in the same place.
While they generally get along, an incident causes their relationship to take an unexpected turn, setting the stage for not only a romance but also a touch of mystery.Kowloon Generic Romancehas two charming protagonists, a strong sense of mystery, and a unique setting. While fairly slow by most standards, this 2025 romance anime is atmospheric and fascinating, all the while featuring some great world-building.
A Spring2025 romance animethat caters to fantasy, harem, andcomedy fans,The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girlfollows Sophia, a girl who is super strong due to being blessed by the Gorilla God. Despite not having any interest in a life of combat or attention, her strength makes her impossible to ignore, especially by the royal knights. This anime is technically Kachigarasu’s debut show as the studio formed toward the end of 2023; however, the company previously operated as Encourage Films.
OK,Witch Watchis kind of a weird one. Despite having all the ingredients to qualify as a romance, the series prioritizes comedy above everything else, to the point that it can only be recommended to people craving shows in that genre.
Still, romcom fans might get a kick out of Nico and Mori’s dynamic, with the former’s good-natured silliness juxtaposing well with the latter’s exasperated maturity. After completing her witch training, Nico returns home and takes on her childhood friend, Mori, as her familiar.Witch Watchis a blast.
Although technically “romance,“Yandere Dark Elfis 100% only for people craving a fanservice-heavy series that caters to adult audiences. Despite the archetype mentioned in the title, this series is relatively “tame,” in the sense that Mariabelle, the dark elf, will not spend a lot of time trying to kill other girls or the target of her affection.
After completing his isekai adventure, Hinata reawakens on Earth and, consequently, returns to his normal life. (Un)fortunately, his peace does not last long as a friend from his past life teleports right into his living room. Hinata now has to live with Mariabelle.
Spring 2025’s final ecchi romance anime,Hide! Makina-san!!throws in a sci-fi twist by featuring a robot girl. Not only does Makina live up to her name, but her programming specializes in promiscuous behavior. She ends up moving in with Eita, a guy who is not equipped to deal with Makina’s forward behavior. However, he knows a thing or twoabout mecha.
By the same author responsible forRent-a-Girlfriend,The Shiunji Family Childrenmight be an easier recommendation for harem rather than romance fans, but the story certainly fits within the genre as well. After living together for years, Shiunji and his sisters are told that they are only step-siblings, which (apparently) opens the door for romance. While not as popular asRent-a-Girlfriend,The Shiunji Family Childrenhas a more positive reputation, even if its slightly incestuous angle might put off some people. The anime has been OK so far, but it is solely for harem fans.
The Too-Perfect Saintasks whether there is such a thing as, well, too perfect. As the eponymous saint, Philia is trained to fix everyone’s problems. However, her perfection turns off her fiancé, Prince Julius, who decides to sell her off to another kingdom.
Once there, Philia gradually learns that she can live for herself and not just everyone else, all the while forming a bond with Prince Oswald. This anime is pretty good, with the story splitting its time between Philia and her even more interesting sister. While part of the equation, romance is not the anime’s only reason for existing.
Naoto has a reputation for being a siscon, but his dedication to his sister is threatened when an old “friend” named Satsuki comes back into his life, bringing buried secrets into the spotlight. While the premise paints a thriller-esque picture,Watari-kun’s ****** Is about to Collapseis not that dark of a manga. This adaptation is one of the more surprising of 2025, as the source material ended in 2023 after releasing chapters for nearly a decade.
The first episode was mostly just fine, but it does seemingly present an accurate picture of what the rest of the show will be like. Expect love triangles, misunderstandings, light yandere elements, and slightly trashy elements. Satsuki does not come across as particularly likable, which is fine for an antagonistic personality.
Hana has a low opinion of herself, at least when it comes to her physical appearance. However, that perception is challenged when a popular classmate, Yosuke, shows interest in her. Based on aseinen mangathat produced more than 70 volumes before ending in 2022,April Showers Bring May Flowershas a unique female protagonist, at least going by the romance genre’s typical output. The source material is relatively highly regarded, and Silver Link is not a bad choice for the adaptation.
A baron’s down-on-her-luck daughter is sent to marry a noble in place of her sister, setting the stage for an unexpected romance between two strangers.Betrothed to My Sister’s Exdebuted as a novel before receiving a light novel version, the latter of which has produced eight volumes so far. Ajosei mangaadaptation is also ongoing, so this story has enjoyed a fair amount of success already.
Getting started with a pretty decent episode,Betrothed to My Sister’s Exshould be a fine fantasy romance, even if it might struggle to stand out from the crowd due to this subgenre being a bit overexposed by this point.
A crane game employee helps an English-speaking foreign girl win a prize, starting a misunderstanding that could lead to romance. Hirokazu Yasuhara’sshonen mangais simple, enjoyable fluff, with cute and slightly awkward chemistry between the two leads. Both romance and comedy should be prioritized too, and going by the trailer, the anime will include a few more lines of English than is typical for a series.
One of the most highly anticipated2025 romance anime,The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignityis based on a beloved and popular manga that has been going strong since 2021. The story revolves around two gender-specific high schools that exist next to each other and have a less-than-great relationship, largely due to Chidori being known for delinquent boys and Kikyo for wealthy elite girls. However, Rintarou and Kaoruko might try to break through the social barrier separating the schools.
WhileThe Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignitydebuted on June 19, 2025, in Japan, the North American version has been delayed.
Girls love animeare so infrequent that any new show needs to be celebrated, even if the genre does not have a particularly great track record. Putting aside subtext that rarely amounts to anything, anime that actively explore a same-sex romance have been almost non-existent during 2025. Fortunately, the second half of the year should be an improvement, andThere’s No Freaking Way I’ll be Your Lover! Unless…looks set to be pretty good.
Renako struggles to make friends, so she is pretty excited when she connects with Mai. However, when the latter confesses that she wants to be more than just best friends, Renako has to reconsider their relationship.
This one might hit the mark more with peoplecraving a haremor comedy, but romance fans should still enjoyDealing with Mikadono Sisters Is a Breeze. After his mother’s passing, Yuu moves in with the Mikadono family, and he has to learn to get along with three very talented girls who excel in different areas. While not naturally gifted, Yuu plans to ensure that his new family life is a positive experience. While fairly notorious for moving at a glacial pace, the source material does a great job with all four main characters, allowing them to blossom as individuals and potential love interests.
Slightly reminiscent ofThe Too-Perfect Saint: Tossed Aside by My Fiancé and Sold to Another Kingdom,With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintessis a fantasy-based romance that has a fairly dark premise. Lua is a healer, but her ability comes with the caveat that she has to take on any wounds that she fixes. This shortcoming is not only dangerous, but has also turned her into something of a laughingstock who gets constantly bullied. Fortunately, Lua can rely on her close friend, Arianne, for support; unfortunately, the latter is not as wholesome as she seems.
Lua’s main romantic partner is Prince Sven, although romance should not be the story’s only focus. The premise is quite fascinating and has the potential to result in a pretty intense character-driven drama.
After receiving a live-action TV series earlier in 2025, Yudai Debata’s manga has been adapted into an anime, with SynergySP handling the adaptation. The studio has been around for decades, but its most recent outings have been relatively divisive. Hopefully,Solo Camping for Twowill be a success story.
Now, the concept of following two characters while they go camping has plenty of potential, and it might conjure up memories ofLaid-Back Camp.Solo Camping for Twoisprimarily slice of life, although there is a romance aspect since the story revolves almost entirely around Gen and Shizuku’s relationship. That said, the story gets things going with a pretty controversial moment that sets Gen and Shizuku’s dynamic on the wrong foot.
Fall 2025 Romance Anime
With You, Our Love Will Make It Through & More
Fall 2025 is coming along nicely, even if quite a few anime still need to be announced for the season. Still, a couple of shows have already declared their interest in bringing the year to a close on a high note. So far, severalupcoming romance animeare announced for Fall 2025, and they are fairly different from the norm. For example, one of them focuses on teasing, while the other features aninterspecies couple.
TBA
Manga by Kazune Kawahara
Sae and Koki have been friends since they were children, but as they enter high school, the former realizes that she might have feelings for the latter.
Jumondo
Manga by Noriaki Kotoba
Serafina, a female knight, is defeated and captured by her barbarian enemies. To her surprise, she is offered a strange proposal: Marry Veor, the barbarian king.
feel.
Light Novel by Hiromu
Saku Chitose has an unfair negative reputation at school, and he is actually a very sociable and confident guy.
Studio Deen
Manga by Akiharu Tōka
Another villainess isekai series, this anime shakes things up by having the female MC reincarnate in a world based on her own fantasy romance stories. However, things that she didn’t write begin to happen.
Inexpressive Kashiwada and Expressive Oota
Studio Polon
Manga by Fuyu Azuma
A guy who cannot control his emotions becomes interested in a girl who never shows hers.
OLM
Webtoon by Mongie
A fledgling video game developer has her big break ruined by a terrible review. The critic also becomes her neighbor.
Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai shitemo Yoroshii deshou ka
Lidenfilms
Light Novel by Nana Ōtori
This seems like it could be more of a harem than a traditional romance, albeit with a villainess twist. Scarlet looks to get revenge on her fiancé.
Zero-G, Liber
Manga by Aki Akimoto
Unable to find the perfect robot maid, Arthur has to settle for a former martial artist who is known to keep a straight face.
Tomodachi no Imouto ga Ore ni dake Uzai
Blade
Manga by Ghost Mikawa
Akiteru seems to draw the ire of every girl he meets, particularly his friend’s sister, Iroha. She loves teasing him.
Light Novel by Kanata Hoshi
The noble Melphiera loves eating monster meat, and she finds someone who might be able to satisfy that craving.
P.A. Works
Original
A sci-fi anime set in a distant, seemingly post-apocalyptic universe,Towa no Yuugurefollows Akira, a guy who walks up and is instantly proposed to by a girl named Yuugure. The latter resembles his girlfriend.
Millepensee
Manga by Chihiro Yuzuki
While relatively common in this world, beastfolks are still being integrated into human culture. Consequently, Mari is taken aback when she meets Tsunagu at high school. As they spend more time together, she starts to see him differently.
Ajia-do
Manga by Yui Tamura
Due to Yano being incredibly clumsy, Kiyoko cannot help but worry about him.
2025 Romance Anime With No Season
My Awkward Senpai & More
As the year is still developing, some2025 romance animehave yet to commit to a specific season. The following series should be released at some point in 2025, provided they are not delayed. At this point, Fall 2025 is the only option.
The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife
Just for a Meowment
2025 Romance Anime Sequels
My Happy Marriage, My Dress-Up Darling, & More
Every 2025 season will be packed with new romance stories, some of which might go down as all-time greats when everything is said and done. However, they will have to compete with returning anime that have firmly established audiences thanks to successful first seasons. While they may need no introduction for fans of the genre, here are 2025’s confirmed romance anime sequels.
Based On
Season
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 2
Kimi no Koto ga Daidaidaidaidaisuki na 100-nin no Kanojo 2nd Season
Call of the Night Season 2
Kakuriyo: Bed and Breakfast for Spirits Season 2
Other 2025 Anime That Might Incorporate Some Romance
May I Ask for One Final Thing? & More
Romance anime and anime with romance are not necessarily the same thing, as plenty of stories incorporate romantic subtext without being 100% part of the genre. There are more than enough genuine2025 romance animeto keep everyone busy; however, if someone has exhausted everything, they might wish to check out the following series. They are romance-adjacent.
Studio VOLN
Manga by Kazue Kato
The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World
