Top 80 Best Sad Anime To Watch

"Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End" follows the story of Frieren, an elven mage who was a key member of the legendary group that defeated the Demon King.

After their victory, while her companions find new paths in life, Frieren chooses to travel the continent in search of rare and ancient spells, seeking purpose beyond her heroic past.

As decades slip by, Frieren is confronted by the loneliness and regret that stem from outliving her friends. This realization drives her to begin a heartfelt journey, determined to connect with others and discover what it truly means to live and cherish fleeting moments.

"Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" stands out as one of the most emotionally wrenching anime series. It follows the journey of two brothers, Edward and Alphonse, who attempt to bring their deceased mother back using the forbidden art of alchemy. This practice is governed by the strict Law of Equivalent Exchange, which dictates that to obtain something, one must sacrifice something of equal value.

During their desperate attempt, Edward loses his left leg while Alphonse loses his entire body. Overcome by grief, Edward sacrifices his left arm to attach his brother’s soul to a suit of armor using alchemy, keeping him from being completely lost.

The brothers then embark on a relentless quest to restore their bodies to their original forms. Edward, in particular, dedicates himself to finding a way to return Alphonse's soul to his body, demonstrating the depths of their bond and determination.

Their heartbreaking sacrifice reveals how far love can drive people—sometimes at great personal cost. Instead of regaining their mother, they lose vital pieces of themselves.

Steins;Gate is an emotional rollercoaster that offers moments of laughter, sadness, and suspense. The story follows Okabe, a brilliant yet eccentric protagonist who discovers a method to alter the past. Driven by heartache, he desperately tries to save his childhood friend from a tragic fate.

However, changing the past proves to be more complicated than it seems. Okabe is forced to witness his friend's death repeatedly, unable to protect her despite his efforts. These heart-wrenching moments are among the anime's most powerful, sure to bring tears to viewers' eyes.

A Silent Voice stands out as one of the most poignant and emotionally charged anime of all time, centering on themes of redemption and guilt. The story follows Shouya, a rebellious youth who bullies Shouko, a deaf transfer student in his class.

Shouya and his friends make Shouko's life unbearable, but when their actions are discovered by the principal, Shouya is singled out and punished. Wracked with guilt over his past mistakes, he is haunted by his actions and longs to see Shouko again to atone for his behavior.

Despite being tormented by the shadows of his past, Shouya is determined to make amends and grows closer to Shouko. Their journey sparks a touching romance and a story of healing for both of them.

Shouko helps Shouya confront his guilt and shows him that he is not alone—that his friends still care for him. While the anime ultimately ends on a hopeful note, its deeply moving story earns it a top place among the saddest anime experiences.

In the end, the narrative takes a positive turn, offering viewers a powerful message about forgiveness and personal growth.

If you enjoy intense battles and masterful combat, then Rurouni Kenshin: Tsuiokuhen is a must-watch. This anime stands out as one of the finest fight-focused stories ever made, blending action with deep emotional resonance.

What truly sets it apart are the powerful emotions and bittersweet themes interwoven throughout the story. The solemn atmosphere makes the narrative not only sad but also unforgettable for those who experience it.

The fate of an entire nation rests on Kenshin, an extraordinary warrior known for his unparalleled skills. Despite carrying such immense responsibility, Kenshin is constantly torn between pursuing justice and falling into the shadows of corruption.

Though he was born to be a swordsman, Kenshin’s gentle heart makes him ill-suited for a life of violence. He is a compassionate soul, reluctant to harm others even when circumstances demand it.

However, destiny charts a different course for him—one that will alter his life permanently and usher in a dramatic new era. This transformation stands as a pivotal moment in both his life and the nation's history.

What awaits Kenshin in the end? Rurouni Kenshin: Tsuiokuhen is a gripping blend of action, drama, and tragedy, sure to leave a lasting impression.

After the Great War ends, Violet Evergarden is left scarred, both physically and emotionally. Trained solely for battle, she struggles to adapt to a world at peace as she heals from the wounds of war and begins a new chapter in her life with a fresh career.

Violet embarks on a journey of self-discovery through her work at the Auto Memory Doll postal service. By writing letters for others, she seeks to unravel the complexities of human emotions, especially the meanings of love and loss.

Haunted by Major Gilbert's final words, Violet is uncertain what the future holds—hope, heartbreak, or something unforeseen. Amidst all this uncertainty, her story is a poignant exploration of healing and understanding.

Riko, a young orphan, forms a close bond with Reg, a mysterious humanoid robot. Together, they embark on a perilous journey into the depths of the legendary "Abyss," an enormous chasm beneath the Earth, in hopes of finding Riko's missing mother.

The Abyss draws adventurers called Cave Raiders, who seek artifacts and remnants from a lost civilization. However, returning to the surface is treacherous due to a deadly affliction known as the "Curse of the Abyss."

This curse becomes more severe the deeper one goes, and only a handful of explorers have ever made it back from the mysterious lower layers to tell their stories.

One such explorer is Lyza, Riko's mother, whose legend inspires Riko to brave the dangers of the Abyss. Determined to find her mother waiting below, Riko and Reg set out together on this unforgettable quest.

Gorou Amemiya is a dedicated gynecologist whose life takes a dramatic turn when his patient, Sarina Tendoji, is reincarnated as a twin in an extraordinary new family.

She becomes the daughter of renowned pop idol Ai Hoshino. Together, the twins navigate the dazzling yet challenging world of entertainment, uncovering both its allure and its dark secrets, which captivates viewers throughout their journey.

After the sudden loss of Ai, the twins set out to discover the truth behind her murder. Their search leads them deep into the complexities of life, fame, and the shadows that linger in the entertainment industry.

Friendship and companionship are central themes in many anime, but Nana explores them with remarkable depth and emotion. The story follows two young women with the same name, Nana, whose lives are vastly different but who develop an extraordinary bond.

With its mix of humor, heartfelt moments, and deep sadness, this anime captivates viewers and leaves them longing for more.

Following the death of his mother, Kousei's once vibrant world turns dull and melancholic. Once passionate about music and an exceptional pianist, he now struggles to hear the sound of his own playing.

Consumed by grief and heartbreak, Kousei withdraws from both music and his adoring fans. His life remains unchanged until a talented violinist enters his life, reigniting his emotions and inspiring him to reconnect with music.

Gradually, Kousei discovers that music is not just about perfect technique—it is about expressing feelings and finding hope again.

The title might be intriguing, but “I Want To Eat Your Pancreas” is far from a zombie story—it's a deeply moving love tale. The story centers on Sakura, a high school girl whose days are numbered due to a terminal pancreatic illness.

When one of her classmates accidentally discovers her secret by reading her journal, an emotional journey between the two begins. With limited time, they share new experiences and cherish each moment, forging a beautiful but bittersweet bond.

The boy dedicates himself to making Sakura’s remaining days as joyful and fulfilling as possible, helping her achieve every wish. The film is profoundly touching, reminding us to value our time and treasure every moment with our loved ones.

"Attack on Titan" transports viewers into a post-apocalyptic world where humanity's last cities are guarded by enormous walls, built to protect people from terrifying giants known as Titans.

Titans are colossal, human-like monsters that prey on humans, bringing horrific and agonizing deaths to their victims. The constant threat they pose fuels an atmosphere of despair and relentless fear among the survivors.

The story follows Eren and Mikasa, whose peaceful lives are shattered when a Colossal Titan breaches the wall and destroys their hometown. Driven by a burning desire for revenge, they dedicate themselves to battling the Titans and reclaiming what was lost.

Along their journey, Eren, Mikasa, and their friends endure unimaginable physical and emotional suffering, exploring some of the darkest aspects of the human condition in this emotionally charged and gripping series.

"Wolf Children" tells the moving story of a courageous single mother who must raise her two young children alone after the loss of her werewolf husband. Seeking a better life, she leaves the unforgiving city behind and settles in a tranquil, rural village.

As her children grow, they begin to discover and struggle with their unique supernatural heritage. This beautifully animated film delivers a powerful blend of heartfelt emotion and profound themes, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.

"Grave of the Fireflies" is an emotionally devastating anime set in the aftermath of war, exploring the harsh realities of human indifference in pursuit of power and wealth. The story paints a haunting picture of a world ravaged by suffering, starvation, poverty, and death.

Amid this turmoil, siblings Seita and Setsuko fight desperately to survive in a society that has lost its compassion. Their immense struggle highlights the question: is life merely about survival, or is it about truly living and experiencing joy?

They are deprived of every comfort—hope, laughter, and happiness fade away. Ultimately, death becomes an escape from torment. Setsuko’s spirit, symbolized by the contents of a tin box, finds peace only after Seita’s passing, allowing the siblings to reunite.

Together again, Seita and Setsuko ascend a hill overlooking Kobe, remembering the happier days they once shared with their family. "Grave of the Fireflies" stands as a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit amidst unimaginable tragedy.

Imagine a farm where humans are bred instead of livestock. This is Grace Field, one of several such farms. What becomes of those raised there? Like produce harvested from a field, these children have a very grim fate.

The orphans are cherished by their caretaker, Isabella, whom they affectionately call "Mama." She nurtures and educates them, ensuring they grow up intelligent and healthy.

Yet, in this twisted world, intelligence is a curse. The smarter the child, the more desirable they become—as food. Every three months, "Mama" sends a child to be adopted by what appears to be a new family.

But this new family is not human. They are demons who purchase children from the farm to consume. The oldest siblings at Grace Field sense something sinister behind the adoptions.

Determined to uncover the dreadful truth, they start seeking answers, even though facing demons seems impossible to them.

Banana Fish weaves together thriller and drama elements to deliver a deeply emotional story. It follows Aslan, a runaway boy adopted by a mafia boss, as he struggles to survive amidst the harsh realities of New York's underworld.

The narrative takes a gripping turn when Aslan sets out to uncover the truth behind the mysterious 'banana fish,' a cryptic clue passed to him by his elder brother, who has just returned from war. This haunting journey is certain to stir profound emotions and leave viewers deeply invested in the fate of its unforgettable characters.

This particular episode holds a special place in the hearts of all Violet Evergarden fans for its deeply emotional and heartfelt storytelling. The story follows Violet, who is hired as a private tutor for Isabella, a member of the esteemed York noble family. The emotional impact sets this episode apart, drawing viewers into its poignant narrative.

Although Violet excels at everything she does, Isabella initially resents her perfection. As time passes, Isabella reveals her own burdens, slowly opening up and forming a bond with Violet. When Violet learns that Isabella longs to reunite with her long-lost sister, she decides to help bridge the distance between them through heartfelt letters.

Violet understands the profound impact that words can have, but questions remain—can letters truly convey Isabella's deep love for her sister? Will the two sisters be reunited? This moving episode demonstrates the enduring strength of written words and is sure to bring tears to your eyes.

The idea of becoming a magical girl sounds enchanting, doesn't it? But have you ever considered the real challenges hidden behind such a fantastical role? When Madoka and Sayaka encounter a mysterious magical creature offering to grant them one wish each in exchange for becoming magical girls, they can't help but feel excited and hopeful.

However, the experienced magical girl Homura offers a stark warning. She urges them to reconsider, cautioning that the life of a magical girl is far more difficult and dangerous than it initially appears.

This anime masterfully explores the complex journey of Madoka and her friends—a tale filled with friendship, hope, despair, and so much more, making for an emotionally powerful viewing experience.

"March Comes in Like a Lion" follows the journey of Rei Kiriyama, a young professional Shogi player, as he battles to secure his place in the competitive world of the game. The higher Rei climbs in his career, the more intense and demanding the challenges become.

Many professionals can relate to Rei's struggle to balance work with personal relationships. As responsibility grows, time for loved ones becomes scarce, making it hard to maintain strong connections outside work.

While Rei seems capable of balancing both areas of his life, he faces underlying struggles. He often feels overwhelmed, uncertain about his ambitions, and questions why he continues playing Shogi in the first place.

Rei's search for purpose leads him into complex emotional territory, exploring deep psychological challenges and personal growth along the way.

At just 14 years old, Shinji Ikari is thrust into an unimaginable role—the responsibility of saving all of humanity. How would anyone handle such pressure? Overwhelmed and fearful, Shinji finds himself drawn into the enigmatic organization known as NERV, operating under the United Nations.

NERV's members are unique: they are Evangelion pilots, the only people capable of battling the mysterious creatures called Angels who threaten Earth's survival. Shinji is chosen to pilot Evangelion Unit 01, placing the fate of the human race squarely on his young shoulders.

As he struggles to accept and fulfill these daunting responsibilities, the story delves deeper into the secrets surrounding the ongoing war. Mysteries emerge alongside imminent danger, leaving the fate of humanity hanging in the balance. What will become of mankind?

Can humanity survive this harrowing battle?

The anime follows the lives of seven teenagers, living in the same cell, waiting for their sentences to be over. In the meantime, there are people who are interested in torturing them as much as they can.

The doctor in the cell likes to violate boys, and the sadistic guard takes pleasure in torturing Rokurouta and Giseke especially. While suffering physically and emotionally, the seven teenagers try to survive the difficult times.

The hope that keeps them alive is the life outside the cell. The life that awaits them after they get released. But will that be a very pleasant one? What awaits these teens outside of the cell, is unknown.

The world might not welcome them as they are expected to. Meanwhile, they stick to each other, helping and motivating the others to stay strong. No one knows whether they will ever be able to return to normal life or not.

They might just succumb to the torcher and give up on their dreams, in the cell itself!

Satoru Fujinuma finds himself wrongly accused of murdering someone very close to him. He was sent back 18 years in the past when he was a child. Somehow he finds out, that the mysterious abduction of one of his classmates was connected to the murder he was accused of.

While trying to unravel the mystery and find out the truth, he also has to protect his loved ones. Will he be able to recover the lost truths and prove himself to be innocent?

Satoru tries his best to use the method that he calls 'revival' and save the lives of many people.

As if three devastating Holy Grail wars were not enough for mankind to suffer, that the wealthy Eizbern Family is all set to trigger another one. For such reasons, the family gets their only daughter married to the most hated killer Emiya, in order to have a lifelong pact with him.

Oh, what an idea! Daughters have always been a good "commodity" to trade with, isn't it? Want peace? Get them married to the enemy. Want money? Sell her to a wealthy merchant.

Want a killer? Get her married to him. Wonderful isn't it? The way the world gets back to us daughters when in need, is absolutely amazing and ironic. (To those who didn't get it.

Sarcasm was intended). What will happen by the end? Will the Einzbern Family succeed? Whatever the results are, we can rest assured that people will die on the battlefield for no fault of theirs, fighting battles for someone else.

A once-thriving city has now turned into debris. Nothing remains of it, except two girls, Chiro and Yuuri, the last survivors and the only survivors in the desolate city. Can you imagine yourself in their place?

You and a friend of yours, being the only survivors of a whole city? No other faces to see, no new voices to hear. Amidst all this dreariness, the only thing that helps them to survive is the fact that they have each other's shoulders at least.

The burden of being the only one is shared by both and they lead their life fantasizing about the good old days. This anime has a good rating and if you plan to watch it, you will not regret it once.

The importance of a close friend is often underrated in our lives. People think friends are nothing but the ones with whom we hang out. And that's very far from the truth.

Instead, they are the ones who help us overcome a lot of difficult situations, which sometimes cannot be shared with our parents. The death of a close friend can cut you into pieces, and sometimes you never really recover from the loss.

Jinta and his group of friends grow apart from each other, following the death of Meiko. Meiko was very close to all of them, and this incident haunts them forever.

Whenever they see one other, it's Meiko whom they miss. One hot summer, Meika pesters Jinta to keep one of his promises made years ago. The fact that she is dead, convinces Jinta that he is hallucinating.

When he discovers that in reality, it was Meika's ghost, the group of friends reunites to put her soul to rest. While trying to help her, will they be able to reignite the lost friendship?

Will they be able to overcome the guilt that still remains, deep inside their hearts?

How would you feel if you fall in love with a person who tends to vanish in thin air, the moment you touch him? I've said it before, and I'll continue doing that again and again, that human touch is very important to any relationship.

Nothing much, just holding hands can do wonders. But Hotaru does not realize this when she is falling in love with Gin. Although Gin warned her to never return to the forest, she does not pay heed to it and continues visiting him every summer.

With time, romantic feelings start arising and conflict with the one the only rule of not touching the boy. How will they deal with this? A little boy and a little girl, together, and yet away from each other.

Isn't that painful? How would you react, if something similar happened between you and your lover?

Naruto is one of the most heartwarming and touching anime out there. It is a story of a lovable child named Naruto, who just wants to be recognized and cherished in his village.

And to him, the only way to do so is by becoming the Hokage of his village. But the beast inside him makes everyone hate him, but that doesn't stop him.

He becomes a Ninja alongside his friends and now they are on a journey to protect their village and each other from upcoming dangers. This story does a great job of showcasing the importance and power of friendship and close bonds.

Although not primarily focused to be a sad anime, Naruto is filled with various emotions throughout the entire series. It is a rollercoaster of mixed feelings and is highly suggested by all Naruto fans worldwide.

Nobody's Boy? So in the title itself, one can get an idea of the plot right? In the world, there are so many kids being adopted every day. They live happily with their parents.

So what if they aren't biologically related? Nothing matters more than love to a kid. Remi lives with his mother in a French village. When his father goes through difficulties and becomes hard-hearted, he decides to sell that little boy.

From having parents to becoming an orphan and then somebody's property, Remi goes through a lot. When he discovers that his real parents are still alive, he sets out on a journey full of difficulties and hardships towards London to find them.

Let's hope he gets reunited with them. At least, they won't sell him to somebody because of a change in their financial or emotional condition. Or, will they? Who knows?

What is destiny? Who decides it? Is there any way we could change our destiny according to our wishes? Suppose the answer to the third question is a yes, wouldn't the whole world be running behind it?

That's pretty obvious. The Takakura family has had its own share of joy, as well as sorrow. Having lost their parents, the twin brothers, and their beloved sister Himari, live together happily.

But Himari's health cannot be worse, and therefore most of the time she is seen in the hospital. The day she collapsed and was almost dead, a miracle happened. She was revived using a penguin hat.

After this incident, Himari's brothers saw a ray of hope to save her life and went on a quest to find the PenguinDrum which, apparently, can save her from dying.

The journey for sure, won't be an easy one. They will have their own share of thorns. On their way to the PenguinDrum, they will meet others who have set out from their homes with the same goal to change their rates.

What will happen till the end? Will Himari die even before her brothers return?

Anne is an orphan girl whom nobody has adopted yet and her life is full of misery. But something magical happens one day. Supernatural? Nah! Something natural but magical. A mistake!

Yes, a mistake by the people of the orphanage, who sent Anne (a girl) to Mr & Mrs Cuthbert, who instead "ordered a boy". Didn't they return her back to the orphanage?

Anne's luck favoured her this time, after 11 long years, and she was accepted as a member of the Cuthbert family. Her lively nature made her new parents fall in love with her and within a few days, they couldn't imagine life without Anne.

Tragedies, loneliness, and all possible feelings of a depressed heart were already experienced by Anne. Now, it was time for her to experience happiness with her parents. Imagine how difficult life is for those who have nobody to rely upon, no home to return to, no shoulder to cry on!

Otonashi wakes up from a deep sleep and realizes that he isn't alive anymore. He is dead! How would we react in such a condition? Can you even imagine waking up in such a situation?

It seems horrifying. Otonashi is said to be a part of the Afterlife Battlefront led by Yuri, who wages war against one girl Tenshi. He was told that she is evil, but something draws Otonashi toward her, desperately.

Is she someone he knew when he was alive? Maybe the love of his life! Unfortunately, he does not remember anything except her name. He needs to discover who she is and find out a way to save her.

One girl against an army, won't stand for a longer time, will she? If she is someone close to him, imagine how he'll feel fighting against her!

Time consumes everything, and with time we forget everything. In the midst of a flooded town, an old man constantly battles for his survival. The water is ever-rising, and he continues building floors to stay above the level.

His favourite smoking pipe falls into the abyss of water, and he sets out to get it back. While searching for it in the depths of his house, he gets drowned in memories of the past.

The years lived in the floors and how time consumes it all. Will we ever get back, what is lost? Our lives are almost never in our control, and it is time that plays the main role.

The pipe symbolizes so many things. His life, his youth, togetherness, and a list of never-ending memories. What is dead, never returns. What is lost, remains lost. What is alive, suffers it all!

We all know how helpless we are when it comes to natural phenomena. Mother Nature, though rarely, does remind us that we are ants in front of her power. Mirai and Yuuki, were in the robot exhibition when an earthquake of 8.0 magnitude hit the city and everything turned into ruins within minutes.

Trying to find their way back to their family, Mirai and Yuuki meet a single mother, who decides to help them out. Who knows what destiny will bring to them?

In this World, nothing seems certain. Let us hope that they, and the others who are lost in the ruins, are able to reunite with their families.

No matter how badly we love something or someone, nothing lasts forever and we need to keep that in mind. After failing his entrance exams, Tsukasa gets himself a job in an Artificial Intelligence company.

He is responsible to collect 'Giftias', advanced human Android's, who are near their expiry date. Should I call it fortunate, or unfortunate, that he gets paired up with a beautiful Giftia Isla?

He falls in love and now, it's time for him to say goodbye to her. Things will take a different turn from here. The anime is centred on the theme that nothing is permanent.

No matter what you do, things will change soon and you need to adapt to the changes, in order to survive.

Tomoya, a hopeless high school boy, lost his mother long ago, and his father didn't treat him well. Life had been very hard on him. He was mostly alone and didn't seem to like anything until he met Nagisa.

Tomoya falls for her and tries to help her achieve her dream of reviving the high school's drama club. They support each other in every situation and soon we see both of them deeply in love with each other.

Nagisa's health deteriorated again during the years they started living together. Her condition was such that she could have died in childbirth. Knowing the risk she insisted on having one.

Ushio was born and Nagisa was dead. Losing Nagisa was too much for Tomoya to withstand and he goes into acute depression. Their daughter stayed with Nagisa's parents. His father and his friends try their best to get him out of the situation.

Although they fail, a smile from Ushio does the job. Nagisa won't return, but Ushio does not deserve to suffer due to this. Tomoya's life won't be the same again, but with time we all need to move on with life.

A large part of him has gone with his wife, yet it's important to cherish the life of his little daughter. After all, a mother won't like her child to be abandoned, will she?

Kenshin was leading a happy life with his wife Kouro and son Kenji. But as they say, happiness doesn't last for long. Kenshin starts feeling guilty of being happy, even after having had such a destructive past.

This leads him to leave his family and become a wanderer. Although his wife supported him and said she would be waiting for his return, but they felt abandoned and started hating him.

We see how Kenshin, guilt-stricken, and afflicted by a deadly disease, returns back to Kouro, only to die in her arms. Can you imagine the situation of Kouro? She got her husband back after several years, only to lose him forever.

Life isn't easy. Love isn't easy. And we all have our own tragedies to deal with. Sometimes, we overcome them, and sometimes they consume us.

Takaro meets Yukari, a beautiful yet mysterious woman, while he was sketching some new designs. He offers to make new shoes for her, and they continue to meet throughout the rainy season, in the garden.

With each passing day, they get closer to one another, and unsurprisingly love, happens. But things won't remain the same for long. When the rainy season ends, their life will change, and their love will be put to test.

Will they overcome the difficulties and stick to each other? Or, will fate, flick its wand and separate them forever?

We dream, but oftentimes unexpected and unwanted incidents snatch away those beloved dreams from us. Leaving us hopeless in this world. Something happens with the protagonist of the anime. A little boy based out of a village in Belgium loses his grandfather.

As if this loss was not enough to torment him, he realizes that after this he will never be able to become a painter. This was his lifelong dream which got crushed due to a sudden change in his financial circumstances.

After this, he is left alone in the world, with nobody to support or help him, except his dog. The anime is not a happy one, and yet it'll make one smile when one sees the bonding between the two.

The title may seem very motivating and enlightening at first. However, one will soon dive deep and get to know the unsaid truth. This story of a hero is nothing but emotional.

Mimori Touga, a very precious member of the Hero Club goes missing. Unable to get any information about their friend, the girls start searching for her desperately. Throughout the anime, one can see how all trades of Touga are erased except in the memories of the girls.

While searching for Touga, they experience some very shocking things which change their lives forever. Will the changes be for good reasons? Will they ever get Touga again? But by far the most question is, where and who took her away?

And boys, this search is going to be a one-of-a-kind that would deal with human relations and sentiments.

Kino ran away from her home country to avoid the grim life that would have been her future there. Helped by a man, who died while saving her, Kino gets inspired to live her life away from her home country, using her saviour's identity.

Accompanied by her talking motorcycle, she roams around and does not stay more than 3 days and 2 nights in one place. Mainly because, if she stays for a longer period of time, she might settle down, which might lead to a plethora of problems.

This shows how much she is willing to settle, but the situation is not allowing her to do so. We see her carrying no less than 5 weapons for protection.

Wherever she goes, whatever she does, the guilt of her saviour's death haunts her always. She feels guilty of it and also, for using somebody else's identity. This made her as if she does not exist, she does not have an identity, and she has been leading a parallel life.

Will this guilt destroy her future once again? Will it lead her back to her home country, from where her saviour helped her out and in the process died?

It's the story of Emilia, a half-born elf, with features similar to the evil Witch who destroyed the World. She was one of the frozen elves of Elior Forest, awakened by Pack.

Due to her physical features, she becomes an outcast and her rights to survive in the world are questioned. The guilt of a crime that she doesn't remember committing, disturbs her a lot.

What will her fate be? Will she suffer due to the sins committed by someone she does not even know? Or worse, is she anyhow related to the Witch? If yes, it will put her in a very difficult and complex position.

It has been three years since the war between the USA and Japan began. In the midst of these, Gen's family has been struggling hard to make their ends meet and survive these difficult times.

All the other cities have already been bombed but Hiroshima has been spared, but for how long? Unaware of what the USA had in mind, Gen, along with his little brother and parents struggles to keep themselves alive.

The 6th of August, 1945, would probably be the end of it all. All the hard work, memories, and life will leave their bodies.  6th of August, 1945, will be the date for the death of Hiroshima in the hands of the USA.

Sarah Crewe, the daughter of a wealthy British Ralph Crewe. While studying in London boarding school, a tragedy shook hands with fate and she lost her father. Her family became bankrupt.

And of course, there were so-called "human beings" who were ready to take advantage of her helplessness. Miss Minchin, tries every possible way to make her life miserable. Sarah was doing the job of a maid.

Why do people tend to be so cruel to weakness? This little girl lost her father. What happens then? Does she remain a maid? A friend of her father found out about her and decided to adopt her. That's how she escaped from a miserable life.

The struggles of a human to survive in this face-paced world is underrated. In the anime, we see Kanojo and her cat Daru staying together in an apartment. When Kanojo's roommate leaves the apartment, the burden of paying the rent alone falls upon her.

She struggles hard to make ends meet and sees this all through the perspective of her cat Daru. Going out, coming in, working, earning, things might seem strange to the cat.

And alas, when Kanojo returns back from work, there's nobody else in the house apart from the both of them, 'She and her cat'.

Yuki Takeya is in love with her school, which apparently is a lively and cheerful place. But the truth seems to be very different from what they perceive. The world is in the midst of a Zombie apocalypse, and Yuki and the other girls in the school are the only survivors.

They have been barricaded in the school for protection. What will happen when the Zombies will come for them? Is the protection strong enough to fight them? Yuki and the girls lived in a fantasy bubble till the day they discovered the truth.

It's useless to hide to be safe and therefore they should prepare themselves for a battle. A battle between the last survivors and Zombies.

On the first day of her sophomore year of high school, Naho Takamiya receives a strange letter from her own 26-year-old self. It sights some events that would be taking place in the course of her life until she turns 26.

The letter says that her life will be full of regrets and also tells her to keep a close eye on one of her classmates, Kakeru. But why particularly him?

Because he isn't there in the future. Something bad might happen to him, and now as she is aware of all this, will she be able to protect him? If not, I can't imagine how guilty she will be for knowing all this beforehand and failing to do her job.

More so, of losing a friend. Things will definitely take a turn from the moment she will finish reading the letter. Will it help her in any way?

The World is divided into two: in one part lives the Insiders and in the other the Outsiders. This has somehow become a characteristic feature of a living World. It is all about a human, and a beast.

When Shiva, a little human girl, meets 'Teacher' a beastly Outsider, they somehow connect and share a quiet coexistence on the same side of the forest. Being on the same side is forbidden because the Outsiders are said to have the power to curse those whom he touches.

And yet, here we are, looking at two beings - one human, and one inhuman, existing together without any conflict.

Bokurano starts as a very simple series. However, as the show goes on, tragedy summons over and over. Soon enough, we are left with nothing but sadness and horror left for us.

Even in a fictitious World, signing a contract without considering the consequences, proves to be a dangerous move. Out of the 15 children, 14 of them agree to help Kolkopelli in testing his game which would apparently protect the Earth from multiple alien invasions.

But things take a darker turn as soon as the treaty is signed. What will happen to the fate of the children? Will they be able to find out the source of energy of the robot Zearth and win the game?

Or will they die trying? Seeing a bunch of kids coming close to death every now and then will send terror to the viewers.

Sufferings do not inform before hitting us hard. That's what happened with Shuu. Trying to save his new friend Lala-Ru, Shuu gets himself into danger. Little did he know what was awaiting him on the smokestack before actually facing it.

He gets transferred to a different world, a kind which he has never seen before. Suspected of stealing Lala-Ru's pendant which has superpowers, he gets tortured and goes without food for several days.

What will his fate be? Will it be possible for Shuu to return to normal life? Maybe he will, or maybe, he won't. There are people who lose their lives while trying to save others.

His name will be added to the list of those legends, maybe.

This anime also follows somewhat of the same route as Who's Left Behind. However, it explores some different places using that route. The world has already been destroyed and devastated as a result of biological and nuclear warfare.

There is nothing more remaining in the abandoned city, except a service robot faithfully waiting for customers. When a young scavenger, exploring the debris of the city, meets the robot, he helps it by repairing a projector.

Unaware of how this incident will change their fate forever. But for good or bad? An interesting concept isn't it?

The anime showcases how difficult it can be to get some real friends or someone to love, especially when you cannot form long-lasting memories with them. The main character named Kaori is dealing with amnesia and cannot form proper memories of their loved ones.

This shows how difficult life can be sometimes and even though you have people to love, how lonely it can get and create distance between people. One Week Friends will make the viewers sad as one can easily relate to the difficulties faced during making new friends.

Now THIS, this is some Dr. Stone type anime here, ladies and gentlemen. Cells At Work is a very fun anime to watch and enjoy. However, the Code Black version is a bit more on the sad side of things.

Let's see more about it. It isn't about us, and yet, it is about us! The story portrays the difficulties our body cells go through in order to protect us.

Wrong lifestyle choices and a bad diet make their job increasingly difficult. It's about their plight, whose sole reason or cause is our carelessness towards our bodies. They try hard to fulfil their responsibilities even after seeing their fellow cells lose their lives.

With the lives of human beings, the lives of many other organisms are connected. Of course, we tend to ignore everything but ourselves. This anime makes us realize how wrong that is.

This anime gained popularity very quickly and you can understand why it happened. Shows like these add emotions and sentiments to science and make them such incredible pieces.

The worst punishment in the world is that of a crime that you never committed or were forced to commit. Yuzuki Mikage, a normal schoolgirl is dragged to a similar crime of sending people to hell to torture them.

Ai, the Hell Girl possesses Yuzuki's body and makes her perform all the duties of Ai. Later, when the Hell Girl and her team resume their work, Yuzuki has dragged towards Hell herself.

Although this is fictional, oftentimes similar things happen in our lives. The powerful commits a crime and the innocent people are made to suffer instead.

You might have come across people saying "we aren't meant to be together" a lot of times. Probably, it is true sometimes. Takaki and Akari are childhood friends turned lovers.

They find themselves unable to be with each other. As time grows, the distance between them increases and keeps them apart. Unable to make any new memories with each other, they take refuge in the past and the time they've spent together.

Craving for the touch of their lover and dying to see each other's faces, they wake up each morning, hoping. Will this hope ever yield them anything? This half-heartedness affects their behaviour and the people around them and the two continue to suffer.

The World War was a horrible event. However, this anime gives us a perspective to follow that will teach us how messed up, the world war was. Who' left behind is an anime based on the real-life experiences of people during the bleak and desolate years of World War II.

The story follows the life of a young girl named Kayoko, who gave her favourite doll to help create explosives for the War. Through her perspective, we will see the world change and take a horrifying look instead.

It isn't a happy and cheerful world anymore. All one can see around is fear of death and smiling becomes a dream.

In the 1920s America was attacked by demons and monsters. To fight these demonic powers, a holy organization known as the Order of Magdalene was established, which was home to Sister Christopher Rosette and her partner Chrno.

They are young and reckless. Despite causing extreme collateral damage, they are very skilled at combating demons. They are praised for their job, but no one knows what they have been looking for constantly while performing their duties.

Rosette continues to search for her brother Joshua, who was taken by the demon Aion. On the other hand, Chrno has a bloody history. The reason behind Joshua's disappearance is not yet known, and Rosette is trying every possible way to hunt for it.

It's not always a great idea to get involved in mysterious incidents. That might cost you the ultimate price. Something similar happened with Kouichi, a boy from Yomiyama and a student of Yomiyama North Middle School.

He tries to unravel the mystery surrounding Misaki's death. What happens is, he gets involved in the horrifying mysteries of the place, which might cost him and the others their life.

The gloomy past of Yomiyama seems to hang over all the people who live there. Will Kouichi ever discover why and how Misaki died? And why on Earth do the students ignore Mei Misaki, a classmate of Kouichi, as if she does not exist?

What can be the most challenging incident to face in our love life? Falling in love, and losing our love to a deadly disease. We feel defeated, and heartbroken. So many feelings rush through our veins.

We probably don't have any idea of what to do, where to go, or how to go on living without the other half. Ezaki and Rika are two young lovers, who met at the hospital.

Ezaki was suffering from Hepatitis A and Rika from a disease that won't let her love for long. But the heart doesn't listen to facts while falling in love. Ezaki, unaware of Rika's situation, grows a very close bond, and eventually, they both fall in love.

We all know what awaits Ezaki in the near future. The pain of lost love can take you very far from the world. Let's hope Ezaki gains enough strength to cope up with this.

Kun Oota, a privileged four-year-old, finds his life turned upside down when his baby sister Mirai arrives, stealing the spotlight from him. Adjusting to this drastic change becomes a challenge as Kun struggles with feelings of jealousy and the loss of his parent's undivided attention.

However, his journey takes an extraordinary turn as he is transported through time, encountering different versions of his family from the past, present, and future. These encounters provide Kun with valuable insights into the true essence of family and help him embrace his newfound role as an older brother.

Mirai explores the themes of self-discovery, sibling relationships, and the transformative power of familial love.

When Kurumi's love Hal died in a plane crash, it traumatized Kurumi to the extent that she isolated herself from the world. She couldn't bear the loss of his life.

This present state of Kurumi was disturbing her grandfather and he sent a robot Q01, in the form of Hal, to help her get out of the depression. What we see is the formation of an unimaginable relationship between a human and an Android.

But how far will this go? Will a robot satisfy the love of a human being? Or will it end up in a disaster? How will Kurumi feel when she will realize that it's not the same?

Things are uncertain and difficult for her, as well as the robot.

Oftentimes, the truth is not what it seems and the roots of a problem are far deeper than we can perceive. When a high school student named Shuu gets dragged into the war between Funeral Parlor, the guerilla group, and the military resistance force GHQ, he gets devastated.

This is not what he wanted, but unknowingly he gets a power that can help him to know the secrets of both groups. As a teenage boy, will he be mature enough to use those powers wisely?

Things can take a different and very ugly turn in an otherwise scenario. Shuu will also realize that the truth is far from what it seems to be. In order to solve the problem, the consequences can be very dangerous.

It's about a girl named Flower, who is a service android, and Keiichiro a normal boy. Keiichiro has suffered immensely in his life. His whole family died in a car crash on the way to his live show.

Yes, he is a very good guitarist. This incident traumatized Keiichiro and left him all alone in the world. He gave up playing guitar because that reminded him of his parents.

One can understand if someone gives up his passion, means he had lost all his hope. When Keiichiro meets Flower, his life starts changing. She is the one who triggers feelings in his heart, which was long dead.

Although he doesn't open up about his past with people, he does share things indirectly with Flower. Will there be a happy ending to the tragic life of Keiichiro? Let's hope for the best.

Although the anime is full of deaths and despair, the title of the anime manages to sound like a holiday to most of the fans. God has decided to abandon the world.

If that happens, there will be no deaths or birth anymore. Things will come to a standstill. The world is full of the "Dead" walking restlessly amongst the living humans.

The duty of giving a proper burial to the Dead, so that they do not return to haunt us, is given to a group of people, known as "grave keepers".

Ai, a sweet and cheerful girl is one of them. Her life takes a turn when Hampnie Hambart, Ai's father returns from nowhere and kills all the people in her village.

All alone, without any plans, she decides to accompany the killer. Will the journey be a good one? Is it a good decision to accompany a killer? Without thinking about these she went ahead, continuing to do her duties, and learning more about the world that God left.

Chirin is a lamb who loses his mother when the Wolf King raids the farm. How would a child feel if he sees his mother being torn apart in front of him?

The fire of revenge forces Chirin to leave the comfort of his old life and go to the forest. If he wants revenge, he must change himself. In his present state, he cannot fight the Wolf King and he knows that.

He knows what it feels like to lose a loved one. It's about a lamb fighting a Wolf. There are certain laws of nature that can hardly be changed. What will Chirin's fate be?

Will he end up becoming an easy supper for the invader King?

It is a story of a young man named Shinichirou Nakagami, who gets a chance to live in the same building as his crush. But there is something strange, the girl he loves acts differently at home and different in other places.

It is a lovely story of these two individuals trying to figure out life and help each other. It is a must-watch and people with an interest in romance and drama genres are in for a treat.

Shikioriori presents three intertwined narratives set in different cities of China, depicting the fast-paced and unforgiving urban lifestyle. Each story explores the universal theme of transitioning from youth to adulthood and the realization that accompanies this process.

While the present world seems tumultuous and ever-changing, the tales emphasize the fleeting moments of childhood that remain eternally preserved. From a simple yet satisfying bowl of noodles to the significance of family bonds and the complexities of first love, the characters navigate the profound connections and nostalgic memories that shape their lives.

Amidst the chaos and disorder of their surroundings, these endearing stories in Shikioriori serve as a reminder of the solace and revival that can be found in embracing the cherished flavours of one's youth.

Memories - do they ever get old? No one knows what is the strange connection between things long lost and things being born in this new world, but both feel nostalgic.

Rain Town is an anime short film depicting a forgotten town in Japan where the rain doesn't stop. Almost symbolizing the sorrow of being forgotten. How would one feel if their reared children don't even remember them as their parents?

In the anime, a little girl meets a robot in the long-forgotten Rain Town. Strangers right? Apparently not. The reunion reminded them of memories dug deep within our minds (hearts maybe).

The robot, he never really forgot her, the girl might have. Things are so temporary, and this 10-minute short story expressed it all so well.

One hundred takes by Yamaoka. That's where it all began. Tired of writing stories and riddles for children, Yamaoka decided to try his hands on ghost stories. While researching materials for his book, he comes across a trio called Ongyou.

What is the role of the trio in the anime? They are a group of detectives who have been hunting out for legends and myths and fact-checking them, to know the truths.

They are the ones who hunted out whether a story is real or a falsification of the original one. But the question is, were these truths made for Yamaoka's eyes?

Was it not dangerous for him to experience this? This anime is not "sad" in the sense we take the word "sad" as. Rather, it deserves a position here because of its darkness and gloominess.

For three long years, Haruka has been in a coma. Takayuki, her boyfriend, was disheartened to hear the news. The accident affected his life far too much. While trying to calm him down and support him in these difficult times, Mitsuki, a mutual friend of both, develops feelings for Takayuki.

As times pass by, her feelings are reciprocated and it develops into a relationship. Then, complexities arise when Haruka wakes up and is willing to see Takayuki. Due to her mental condition, she isn't aware of the 3 years gap.

Things are still the same for her, but not for the others. What will happen now? Will Takayuki leave Mitsuki and return to Haruka? That would be unfair. Will Mitsuki give up on him for her friend?

Life isn't easy, and the moment you think all's well, something unexpected happens. The bonds of friendship and love will be tested. Relationships will become sour and things will take a turn for everyone involved.

Isn't the title weird? She sounds like a living being, and therefore how can "she" be the ultimate weapon? Chise is the "she" here who gets chosen involuntarily to save Japan.

But why? No one knows that. Who knows what we don't know? Chise an ordinary schoolgirl, in love with her childhood friend Shuuji, is given a huge responsibility. While trying to fulfill it she starts doubting whether she is a human anymore.

With metal wings and superpowers, she fights for the country, but her heart knows she never wanted this to happen. All she wanted was a normal life with her love Shuuji.

Throughout the anime, one can see both of them growing apart. Chise's new position affects their lives and relationships. They struggle to find themselves. Where will they end up? Will they ever live happily together?

No crimes committed and yet accused of conspiracy? That's what happens if the King becomes a Mad King. Obsessed by the idea of getting assassinated, the King of Syracuse sentences Melos to death for conspiracy.

Out of all the men in the town why him? Well, that's all because he was walking in the Castle's garden with a sword in hand, which was bought for his sister's marriage ritual.

He gets the King to leave him for three days to at least attend his sister's wedding and give her the sword. That's how much he loves her. His request is granted.

But will he die just because the King wants to satisfy his obsession? Won't there be justice in the world? The man who gives justice is the one who sentenced him to death. So, there's no way out of it rather than dying.

It follows two orphan siblings, Gami and Gilson. Due to a fire accident at home, they lose their mother and Gami loses her sight. Gilson is a hyperactive boy who doesn't know about the death of his mother.

Gami has hidden this truth from him, knowing he would be devastated and she didn't want that. She didn't want to lose her brother. Some people are targeted by fate and are made to suffer insanely.

Gami and Gilson are one of those. Gilson, trying to get his sister's sight back, ends up sacrificing his own life. Imagine Gami's situation. He was the only one she had and now he is gone.

What's the use of such sight which will never allow her to see the faces of her loved ones? This anime will surely make the viewer feel the devastation if one has to lose his entire family.

It's not a competition anymore, it's a desperate survival battle! Yes, that's the case in Magical Girl Raising Project. Although the name of the anime sounds too good to be a tragic story, the reality is different.

In N-City, the Magical Girl was a popular game. 1 in 10,000 girls was given the powers of a magical girl and each time they helped somebody, they were given a magical candy.

So far so good, but people don't like good things it seems. The girls are notified that 16 magical girls are a bit too much in one city and therefore they need to win a competition to keep their powers.

Little did they know how frightening the results of losing the competition would be. When they did, the competition wasn't a competition anymore. It turned into a life-or-death battle. Who will live?

And, who will die? Is it necessary to take things to the extreme level even in a game? What is this fascination with death and war?

This is about relationships, long-distance relationships to be exact! And the "Relatability" factor in this anime is amazing, to say the least. No matter how strong a relationship is, sometimes distance succeeds in killing or destroying it.

Noboru and Mikako are very close friends. They get separated from each other when Mikako gets selected for a military space expedition. As the distance increases, their communication decreases. They try hard to maintain a connection but it gets more and more difficult with every passing day.

Will they be able to beat the distance and maintain their bond? If they do, it will probably be an inspiration for us and hope for all the friends and couples out there, missing their beloved ones.

Even though our list is filled with Sadness, we have a lot of great methods to explore that emotion. And Vampire just so happens to be one of them. So let's see what this anime has to offer!

A daughter of a human and a Shinma, Miyu is stuck between the two. Even after yearning to return to the Dark (the land of origin of Shinmas), she can't really go there.

Not now at least. But why? From the moment she was awakened, a huge responsibility was given to her. Miyu is the one who has to send all the stray and murderous Shinmas back to the Dark.

She can't leave her responsibilities unfulfilled and go live in her own land. Miyu is also a vampire who sucks blood from human beings.

This is real life. This isn't fantasy. What happens in this anime is the life story of millions and millions of people all around the world. Kyo and Asu are sisters who live together all alone.

That doesn't sound scary, does it? They lost their mother, the year Asu was born. And their father? Oh, he was a gambler. He was faced with a large gambling debt.

Unable to pay them back, he ran away, abandoning his two young children. Children suffer at the hands of their parents, and so did You and Asu. He abandoned them and never looked back.

Both sisters work for their living and try hard to get educated. That's the only way they can change lives, right? It gets difficult you know, two little girls all alone out there, facing the challenges without any helping hand.

How far can you go for revenge? I have no idea about you all, but in this anime, people cross all the limits of taking revenge. It isn't humane anymore.

The whole notion of going to "hell" is fictional and therefore we might not be able to imagine how painful it can be. But think for a second, what if all the rumours regarding "hell" are actually true?

What if people are truly tormented intensely there? If it's all true, would you ever like to send somebody there to take revenge? One who sends a living person to hell is the one who agrees to go to hell after death.

What now? It affects your decision, right? Yet, there are people who don't mind suffering after death, if that can fetch them the opportunity to torment others. In this anime, we have Ai Enma, the Hell Girl who helps others do the same.

But something strange happens. A mysterious girl has been following them lately. Who might this be? A saviour of mankind? What is her fate?

A cheerful schoolgirl in the morning, and a monster slayer at night, Saya Kisaragi leads a split life. She has the power to vanquish every monster who threatens her village.

Suddenly, things started changing in her life. She had unexplainable visions. Saya's whole existence, as well as her identity, was questioned. She struggles to find what is the truth and what isn't because apparently, whatever we see is proven to be false.

It is a story of a countryside girl who always wanted to be a boy in Tokyo and a city boy and the magical connection between them. Due to some miracle, they swap bodies and now have to live like this for a while.

As the story goes by, things start getting more and more interesting. And things take a drastic turn when the two decide to meet in person. The story is full of emotions and heartwarming feelings.

It is a must for people who want to enjoy a magical love story but with such intense emotions that it brings tears.