Watching some lighthearted anime romance is one way to get some relaxation and unwind. Some people prefer watching anime that don’t have too much of a complex plot or characters, yet they still hold a fascination for them in a simple and comedic way. Low-stake anime romances have some silliness involved, keeping you hooked on their drama.
If you are one of those who are looking to watch some light-hearted anime, we have compiled a list of 5 you can watch! Just make sure you have a reliable internet connection to stream them on Crunchyroll, Netflix, Hulu, etc. If you don’t have one, we recommend getting Xfinity internet for super-fast speed and seamless connectivity while watching anime.
Moving on, here are the 5 anime that are low-stakes and include a little romance as well:
5. Maid-Sama (2010-2011)
This light comedy follows the adventures of three high-school girls and their romantic endeavors. Maid-Sama is a good show for fans who like romantic soap operas.
There are several themes in this anime series: tsundere, maids, high-school romance, and love triangles! As the series progresses, the stories of more and more characters overlap. The drama and silliness involved will keep you hooked. What romance doesn’t have a little silliness involved? Eventually, two of the girls manage to win their lovers’ hearts.
Maid-Sama is one of the most popular low-stake anime romances, mostly among female audiences. It has only 26 episodes and a special episode. Despite its popularity, the show didn’t get a second season. Anyhow, with its story, Maid-Sama is sure to please anyone who is looking for something lighthearted to watch.
4. Horimiya (2021)
If you are looking for an anime with a strong female protagonist, then Horimiya is the one you should watch. It’s about a popular high-school honor student named Kyoko Hori, who goes through a major character development throughout the entire series.
Hori forms a friendship with a boy, which eventually turns into an unexpected romance when they start spending more and more time together. Horimiya shows awkward lovey-dovey moments between the two which is sure to make anyone swoon.
Horimiya has up to 13 episodes and the second season has yet to be released. This wholesome and low-stake anime series encourages audiences to open themselves up to others, through the romance of Hori and a young boy.
3. Komi Can’t Communicate (2021)
As you can already tell from the name, this popular anime series is about a girl with social anxiety.
A shy high-school student, Komi suffers from severe social anxiety where she cannot speak to anyone confidently. Though Komi is known for her beauty and grace around the school.
Komi meets a boy while she spends her summer at her grandmother’s. The boy, Tadano, becomes friends with Komi and they start spending all their time together i.e. playing video games, eating out, etc. Spending time with Tadano helps Komi to overcome her shyness and social anxiety.
Sadly, this doesn’t last because the summer ends and Komi has to go back to her home. Most of us grew up experiencing summer flings, and Komi Can’t Communicate is also the same one with a bittersweet ending. This series has only 24 episodes and the second season has yet to be released.
2. Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku (2018)
Being a die-hard anime fan, I’m sure you are aware that otaku is referred to anyone who is obsessed with anime and manga. This Japanese anime series has a unique premise with a little bit of humor as well.
This series shows what it is like for two adult otakus to maintain a relationship; they struggle to find a balance between their careers and romantic lives. These two adults include a 26-year-old yaoi fangirl, Narumi, and a gamer otaku, Hirotaka.
Wotakoi series has only 11 series but it’s full of a lot of adult humor, which is rare for a rom-com anime. Watch this low-stake rom-com anime to find out how the two adults maintain their relationship, having met years after middle school.
1. TONIKAWA: Over the Moon for You (2020-Present)
This is as low-key as it gets.
Nasa, a young boy, comes across a beautiful girl after finishing his practical exam. While following her, he gets hit by a truck because he isn’t focusing. The girl is able to save his life. However, Nasa, in his state, still follows her to the bus stop and confesses his love for her.
The girl accepts, however, she has a condition that they get married first. Nasa naturally agrees and the show leads to drama and tons of sweet romantic moments.
This series has two seasons, with 16 episodes each. For romance enthusiasts, Tonikawa is a wholesome treat that will leave you with a smile.
Wrapping Up
There you have it; the above-mentioned romantic anime series mentioned are low-stakes and don’t include complex plots or characters. This makes it easy to watch for those who just want to relax.
