Summary
2024 has been solid for anime fans of different demographics, including Shojo anime. Targeted at young girls and women, these shows often contain tropes such as romance that entice this demographic.
From the regular love stories that tug at the heartstrings of its viewers to the unique blending of tropes that are a wonder to peruse while being a feast for the eyes, there are a few that have held the attention of Shojo anime fans standing out from the others, and these shows are all based on Shojo manga.
The Demon Prince of Momochi House
This anime follows the story of Himari Momochi, an orphan who finally has a chance to learn more about family when she discovers that a rural house was left to her by her late parents. However, this house marks the beginning of her journey into the supernatural, as she refuses to leave despite warnings from the guardian of the house, Aoi Nanamori, the person she begins to develop feelings for.
Overall, this anime series uniquelyblends the supernatural with mystery, romance, and slice-of-life tropes, giving the series the feel of a classic Shojo anime. For fans ofKamisama KissorFruits Basket, this is definitely worth the watch.
The Noble Farmer
Back with its short yet comedic 4-minute episodes,The Noble Farmer 2nd Seasongoes deeper into the biography of Hiromu Arakawa, creator ofFull Metal Alchemist, and her childhood life growing up on a dairy farm. It details her experiences and her struggles in this rural abode in a very simple manner, balancing theslice-of-life trope with a comedic twist.
Arakawa had always wanted to be a manga artist, and this series gives insights into how her experiences influenced some of her works, such asSilver Spoon. For those who want to just have a good time while discovering more about one of their favorite creators, this anime is the way to go.
Vampire Dormitory
Abandoned as a child and living on the streets, Mito, a beautiful girl with awful luck, struggled to make ends meet, disguising herself as a man for her protection. Luckily for her, a Vampire named Ruka with an aversion to feeding on women decided to take her in and make her his Thrall while believing she was a man, a secret Mito would have a hard time keeping.
As a very dynamic and entertaining series to watch,Vampire Dormitoryportrays the characters in a way that is exciting and pleasant. Moreover, itgoes deep into the Vampire themeand doesn’t use it simply as a cover for a romantic setting.
Chizuko is a big fan of Berry Blossom, a magical girl whose main enemy is Chroma, a member of Fossa Magna, the evil organization. Sadly, Chroma does not appear to be much of a challenge for Berry, and it affects both of them as Chroma is on the verge of losing his place and Berry, her popularity, and the key to solving their problems lies in Chizuko’s hands.
This series stands out as a comedic representation of losing the battle but winning the war. With its perfectly timed innocent humor and unusual pacing, it allows the viewers to kick back, relax, and enjoy what it has to offer, which is comedy, of course.
A Condition Called Love
This classic Shojo anime series portrays the story of Hotaru Hinase, a girl with no experience in love, and Hananoi, a lover boy who falls in love easily and deeply, as their relationship begins with a single act of kindness.
A Condition Called Lovefocuses onhow to recognize one’s toxicityand how to deal with it, highlighting that not all relationships are perfect from the start due to human flaws and that it requires effort to change for the sake of love. Both Hananoi and Hotaru had their shortcomings, and they found a way to identify and overcome them, one step at a time.
The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor
An epic time-travel anime, this series follows the story of Jill Savelle, who was betrayed by the kingdom she swore to protect. She gets a chance to redo her life, and this time she takes it, marrying her worst enemy. However, he was not the wicked person she remembered him to be, so she set out to save him from his impending change.
As the anime is currently airing, the plot ofThe Do-Over Damsel Conquers The Dragon Emperorbecomes more than just an easy watch. The anime fluidly combines comedy with action while maintaining its plot, climbing up the ranks of favorite anime of the season.
Interestingly, a protagonist who seeks to be a villain is portrayed. A Japanese woman admires an otome game’s villainess, Alicia Williams, loving what she stands for and wishing to be like her, and her wish came true. Now reincarnated in the body of Alicia while retaining the memories of her previous life, including knowledge of the game, sheseeks to become the greatest villainessever.
I’ll Become A Villainess Who Goes Down In Historyis one of those anime that you can tell where it is heading, but you can not stop watching. It captures the heart and attention of its viewers with its simplicity, making it an exciting watch.
After 13 years,Kimi No Todokeshocked its fans with another season, and it did not fail to deliver. Most Shojo anime often end when the characters finally get together, butKimi no Todokedoes not stop there. This story continues with the newly formed couple Sawako and Kazehaya and details how they get used to one another, the dates they went on, and all the cute stuff.
It also branches into the relationship lives of Sawako’s friends, Chizuru and Ayane, as they forge their bonds and grow with the people they love. Despite being so long since the previous season, the anime kept its art style and animation,giving nostalgia to its long-time fans.
Takashi Natsume has been able to see spirits since he was a child, deeming this ability a curse. However, as time goes on, he begins to form bonds with them, even having one as a guardian. Now he takes it upon himself to restore the names of the spirits his late grandmother Reiko sealed in a book called the Book of Friends, as he discovers more about his world.
With simple yet stunning visuals,Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 7takes a new perspective on the supernatural. The anime has this unique atmosphere and feel that changes the vibe of initially simple-looking stories, passing across different life messages with plots that warm the heart.
This anime follows the story of two people of different characters, Yuki Itose, an individual with impaired hearing who manages to communicate with her few friends via different methods, and Itsuomi Nagi, a polyglot who often travels around the world, and how fate brings them together.
The central theme of this anime is the soft romance that is uniquely blendedwith the protagonist’s disability, using beautiful animation, aesthetics, and attention to detail to deliver a masterpiece. Yuki’s hearing deficiency was portrayed in a mild manner, focusing less on the negative side of it, with cute gestures such as Itsuomi’s genuine effort to learn sign language just to communicate with her.
