Updated May 12, 2024 by testing

Ghostings had bee–Oops! Wrong kind of “ghost”! Hi, folks. Have you ever felt someone watching you and then you turn around only to see there’s no one there? You could be dealing with the supernatural at this point! Well, you are in luck! Did you know there are female characters who have dealt with and felt the same? 

The supernatural can be a very interesting yet nasty place to be in. Without a doubt, it is an adventure full of mysteries to solve from left to right, but the thrill of knowing what others don’t hits the spot differently when compared to other genres.

Also spoiler alert for everyone.This blog has a lot of them.

If you are scared, do not worry, you are not alone in this one. Grab your snack and leave the lights on! Spooky, here we come! Here are 14 anime where girls see ghosts!

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ANIME WHERE GIRLS CAN SEE GHOST!

 

14. Kishin Douji Zenki Series

Title	Kishin Douji Zenki Series
Author	Kikuhide Tani
Genre	Drama, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	September 1995
Episode Count	51 episodes

Let us start with a classic that not many people of this generation are quite familiar with. Kishin Doujin Zenki follows a newbie miko, a Japanese shrine maiden, named Chiaki Enno and her struggles in her daily life. Being the descendant of a famous exorcist, our main character is your typical student who didn’t know much about her abilities or lineage, yet. Along with her ability to control a powerful protector demon named Zenki. 

As a miko, of course, we know things can get in a crossfire with the yokais (ghosts) so what else could go wrong when our protagonist has awakened a sealed demon? It’s a classic that is quite darker than those in the same genre, but it is enjoyable and light-hearted. 

 

13.Ginban Kaleidoscope 

Title	Ginban Kaleidoscope
Author	Rei Kaibara
Genre	Drama, Romantic Comedy, Sports
Type	Series
Studio	Karaku
Premiered	October 7, 2005
Episode Count	12 episodes

Forget about one million dollars; our female lead here is literally called “ten billion dollar beauty”! Starting off with a bang, Tazusa Sakurano, is a well-known young figure skater who strives to be the Japanese representative at the Olympics. There is this small problem; she has lost the ability to smile. 

So what did God do? He literally sent a ghost to her with the name of Peter Pumps, a former airplane pilot, to help her out. How does that even work? 

Considering that this is released in late 2005, the animation may not be on par with other animes in the same genre, but yes, there is a ghost and she cannot just see him-she is possessed by him. 

This anime did set a nice balance between sports and romance. We see Peter Pumps’ actual connection to our female protagonist with a twist of comedic banter and heartwarming encouragement.

 

12. Fuse: Memoirs of a Huntress

Title	Fuse: Memoirs of a Huntress
Author	Kazuki Sakuraba
Genre	Fantasy, Drama, Action
Type	Animated film
Studio	TMS Entertainment
Premiered	October 20, 2012
Running time	110 Minutes

Say it with me now, “Foo-say”. This animated film elegantly puts together feudal fantasy during Japan’s Edo period like never before. Our female lead, Hamaji, is not a damsel in distress in this one. She is out to hunt down Shino, a fuse that is a half-human and half-dog entity that devours human souls. What if she falls in love with the one she is supposed to kill? 

Again, it’s “foo-say” and not fyus. We have to nail this pronunciation down.

But going down, perhaps one of the film’s advantages to many was the way the mood shifted from one scene to another, and though its focus wasn’t entirely romance, the film made it as natural as it can be. It’s easy to watch, and the animation style is light and vibrant.

 

11. Gegege no Kitaro 

Title	Gegege no Kitaro
Author	Shigeru Mizuki
Genre	Comedy, Horror, Supernatural, Dark Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Toei Company
Premiered	April 1, 2018
Episode Count	97

A whopping 50 years, folks. No, you’re not mistaken, the original anime series was released way back in 1967! Talk about half a century later. 

This remake was released to honor the 50th anniversary of the Gegege no Kitaro, which is well loved because of its moral messages and details in showing how the yokai live through their lives during the modern age. 

One of the main protagonists is named Mana Inuyama. At first, she did not really have the ability to see yokai, but eventually, after her encounter with them, she developed a sense of supernatural awareness of the unknown around her. This made her all the more a perfect vessel for malice, but later on, after being saved, she helps Kitaro along with his friends in missions to strive for a world where yokai and humans live in harmony. 

Known for the quote, “Yōkai and humans can be friends after all!” (Episode 47)- One cannot really argue that Mana is a girl who rose from challenges and definitely was able to hold her ground well. 

 

10. Noragami 

Title	Noragami
Author	Adachitoka
Genre	Comedy, Supernatural, Slice of life
Type	Series, Manga
Studio	Bones
Premiered	January 5, 2014
Episode Count	25

Entering the Top 10, “There is no such thing as a free wish.” This is the walking premise of this anime, as it follows the extraordinary life of a “stray god” named Yato. But it does not just revolve around him. Oh, no. 

In the series, we encounter Hiyori Iki, a girl who tried to save Yato. She became half-ayakashi after this, prompting Yato to take responsibility by granting her wish to become fully human one day.  Now, she helps him attain his goal of being a God of Fortune. 

This anime is a juicy mix of comedy and the supernatural and with how the story and characters are so very well developed, one can easily relate to their struggles. 

 

9. Kamisama Kiss 

Title	Kamisama Kiss
Author	Julietta Suzuki
Genre	Shojo manga, Supernatural, Comedy, Romance, Fantasy
Type	Series, Manga
Studio	TMS Entertainment
Premiered	August 20, 2015
Episode Count	25 episodes,  2 OVAs

What if you suddenly become God? 

No, I’m not kidding.

Nanami Momozono certainly had her fair share of unfortunate events in her life, from losing her mother to losing her house from her father’s gambling addiction. After stumbling into a nearly abandoned shrine, she becomes a God overnight. Talk about divine intervention right there and then. 

With her familiars, a snake shikigami (servant spirits) named Mizuki and a fox yokai named Tomoe, we follow her adventures through the world of not only yokai but also the gods. You’ll find yourself laughing and grow fond of how Tomoe and Nanami’s relationship would blossom throughout the series as their pasts are slowly uncovered. 

Perhaps, even God has her unexpected moments.

 

8. Ghost Hounds 

Title	Ghost Hounds
Author	Masamune Shirow
Genre	Supernatural, Suspense, Mystery, Psychological
Type	Series
Studio	Production I.G.
Premiered	October 18, 2007
Episode Count	22 episodes

Prepare yourselves, we’re in this for a dive.

Viewed for its enjoyable and mysterious plot, this anime is for those who fancy the psychological side of the genre.

The famously known author of the Ghost in the Shell Series comes back with a 22-episode anime exploring three male leads’ traumatic life experiences and their abilities to transfer their souls through a parallel world.  A girl named Miyako Komagusu ‘s ability to see ghosts come into play as they help each other sustain the balance between the parallel world and their own.

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7. InuYasha

Title	Inuyasha
Author	Rumiko Takahashi
Genre	Adventure, Fiction, Fantasy, Romance
Type	Series, Manga
Studio	Sunrise
Premiered	October 16, 2000
Episode Count	193 episodes

Who could forget our favorite dog demon, Inuyasha and his gang? 

We venture to modern Japan, where Kagome Higurashi stumbles upon an old well and is brought back to the feudal era. At first, it was all good until she was targeted by monsters because a certain Shikon no Tama (Sacred jewel) was in her possession, and along with them is a half-demon, half-human, she accidentally released from his slumber named Inuyasha. 

This sought-after Shikon no Tama was once under the protection of a miko named Kikyo who met a tragic end, and now our protagonist inherits this job. Never mind, it shattered and now spread out throughout the whole land, and since she’s the only one who can see it, it’s now her task to assemble them back together. As fate would have it, InuYasha is dragged into this whole mess along with a child fox demon, Shippo,  demon slayer Sango and her pet Kirara, and a perverted monk with a cursed hand, Miroku. 

Balancing this with her academics in the Modern Era and her responsibility in the feudal era–how do you think this will all balance out? What if she was more connected to InuYasha in more than one way? 

It’s a long and arduous journey but a much-beloved classic nonetheless.

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6. Kyoukai no Rinne

Title	Kyoukai no Rinne
Author	Rumiko Takahashi
Genre	Romantic Comedy, Slice of Life, Supernatural
Type	Series, Manga
Studio	Brain’s Base
Premiered	April 4, 2015
Episode Count	75 episodes

What if your classmate one day just came to school and you’re the only one who can see him? Creepy, right? That’s what Sakura Mamiya felt when she was face-to -face with Rinne Rokudou.

From the author of Inuyasha, we now follow the life of Sakura Mamiya and her extraordinary adventure to the unknown world. Is it wrong to fall in love with a ghost and feel sad when he’s asked to leave her? What do you mean, she has to manage her student life while exploring other spirits? 

Like any of its genres, comedy takes a principal stage but jokes aside, it’s a slice of life because of how Rinne, even as a ghost, is in constant worry about money of all things!

 

5. Mokke 

Title	Mokke
Author	Takotoshi Kamukura
Genre	Slice of Life, Supernatural, Mystery
Type	Series
Studio	Madhouse
Premiered	October 7, 2007
Episode Count	26 episodes

Two sisters and Ghosts. This anime explores the daily struggles of two sisters with their spiritual abilities enough for their parents to move to the countryside. Shizuru sees the spirits, and Mizuki is possessed by them. Both sisters do their best to maintain the normal life they wanted, but much to their dismay, it just isn’t meant to be. 

Overall, the anime’s mood is quiet, calm, and unusual. You’ll explore their fears and hobbies. Their wants and their needs. And of course, the fact that they just want to deal with their abilities and how to co-exist with the unknown. 

 

4. Toilet Bound Hanako-kun

Title	Toilet Bound Hanako-kun
Author	Aidalro
Genre	Comedy, Supernatural fiction
Type	Series
Studio	Lerche
Premiered	January 9, 2020
Episode Count	12 episodes

Coming directly from one of the famous tales in Japan, Toilet bound Hanako-kun is relatively different to its counterpart, where it says a girl would haunt a bathroom stall. 

Hanako-kun in this anime turns out to be a guy!

Taking this into consideration, our protagonist, Nene Yashiro finds herself wishing for a boyfriend. To fulfill this, she helps Hanako-kun in solving mysteries of the unknown. She finds this endearing, however, as she adores the occult, but what gives this comedy anime its bittersweet taste is the possibility of Nene wanting to be with Hanako-kun. 

What would be Hanako-kun’s resolve by then? No one knows.

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3. Kyokou Suiri (In/Spectre)

Title	Kyokou Suiri (In/Spectre)
Author	Kyo Shirodaira
Genre	Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, Thriller
Type	Series, Manga, Light Novel
Studio	Brain’s Base
Premiered	January 11, 2020
Episode Count	12 episodes

Using evidence and logic, Kotoko Iwanaga became a mediator between the spirit and human, even going as far as becoming the “God of Wisdom” at the cost of none other than her right eye. 

The anime explores the intellect and wits of the main protagonist and her companion, Kurou Sakuragawa, not to mention that Kotoko shows romantic interest in him being her husband one day. It clearly deviates away from the usual shy female protagonist to new territorial waters in this genre. Talk about an unforeseen fate that began in front of a local hospital. Who would have thought huh?

 

2. Meiruko-chan

Title	Meiruko-chan
Author	Izumi Tomoki
Genre	Horror, Comedy
Type	Series
Studio	Passione
Premiered	October 3, 2021
Episode Count	12 episodes

A golden rule of the thumb passed down from one generation to another is to “Never let them know you can see them”. This anime goes about the literal struggle of a girl who does her best to be indifferent toward the hideous and skin-crawling yokais she sees lurking around her. 

Miko is just your typical high school student who, just like us, struggles with her social life, academics, and… yokais, big and small, hideous and just downright horrific.  It isn’t necessarily scary, but the anime blends it quite harmoniously with its comedic tones and  immersive environment. 

They’re still there though… they’re still looking at Miko. Could they be wanting something from Miko?

 

1.  Spirited Away

Title	Spirited Away
Author	Hayao Miyazaki
Genre	Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery
Type	Animated film
Studio	Studio Ghobli
Premiered	July 20, 2001
Running time	2 hours and 5 minutes

And thus we are here at the top one. 

From storytelling, excellent animation, and character design, perhaps, it’s no exaggeration that this anime has taken the number one spot on this list. 

Chihiro Ogino is a mortal girl who finds herself in the great world of the unknown. Things are different. Food is different. The ‘people’ are not people, and worst of all, her parents were turned into pigs. Did I mention a creature called “No-face” becomes obsessed with her? If it wasn’t for the mysterious boy named Haku who helped her here and there, she wouldn’t be anywhere near survival in this weird world. 

She finds herself working in an inn, all the while figuring out a way to get back home. “Don’t look back!” that’s what Haku said, and soon enough, after every hurdle, she finally exits and returns to her own world. Reunited with her parents, she now has newly found confidence that not only is she ready for a change in her life but also to find the friend who helped her escape the spirit world… after all, she managed to survive an entirely different WORLD. 

Conclusion

Now that wasn’t so scary, was it? At the end of this article, we find ourselves still wondering if the spirit world is truly what they write and what people envision it to be. Are Yokais real? How about Ayakashi? And the Yurei?

 No one really knows, but one comforting thing is, you’re here with us… and you finished the list all well and about! That’s it for this one. Thank you for reading and hopefully, this helped you all out. Stay safe!

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