Updated May 13, 2024 by testing

Demons! Once we hear the word “demon” all we think of are bad guys, antagonists, creatures that wreak havoc to destroy the world. They may also come in different forms like yokais, spirits or maybe cursed weapons and items but not all of them could be bad, you know. There are demons that are portrayed in different stories as good ones, too. Heck, some of them are even involved in romance or slice of life genres. Without further ado, here are the top 102 various demon anime you could watch!

 

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102. Garo: Vanishing Line

INFORMATION
Title	Garo: Vanishing Line
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	MAPPA
Premiered	2017
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

Over the wealthy Russell City, lies manifestations of unpleasant creatures known as Horrors that wreak mayhem and destruction as corruption increases!

The last line of defense against these terrible creatures is the Makai Order. They send out strong Makai Knights along with the Makai Alchemists and battle the Horror threat, using a number of tiny companies as fronts.

A big, strong individual named Sword has been granted the top rank called Golden Knight inside this hidden order, enabling him to wield the powerful Garo armor and weapon. During a battle against a Horror, he meets Sophia “Sophie” Hennis, a teenager who had a brother that disappeared years ago. Sophie and Sword decided to team up to unfold the secrets of “El Dorado” and its connection to the disappearance of her brother.

101. Gegege No Kitarou (2018)

INFORMATION
Title	Gegege no Kitarou (2018)
Genre	Comedy, Horror, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Toei Animation
Premiered	2018
Episodes	97
Duration	23 min. per ep

 People have forgotten about youkai nearly twenty years. Mana, a 13-year-old sends a message to the Youkai Post needing for explanations after a series of strange occurrences cause commotion among citizens in the human realm. Thus, having her fateful meeting with none other than Kitarou.

Kitarou is known to be a yokai and is the only member of the Ghost Tribe. He lives his life trying to protect the humans from youkai and maintain the peace between the two races.

 

100. Makai Senki Disgaea

 

INFORMATION
Title	Makai Senki Disgaea
Genre	Action, Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	OLM
Premiered	2006
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Flonne, an angel in training, is on a mission to eliminate the demonic Overlord. The snarky Flonne unknowingly awakens Laharl from his two-year sleep. He is the demon lord and heir to the throne. The two now have to rebuild the decaying Netherworld alongside Laharl’s unfaithful servant Etna and her group of destructive spirits dressed as penguins.

In Makai Senki Disgaea, Laharl sets out to put an end to the demon uprising. His goal is to retake the kingdom and annihilate anybody who is in his way… or may be just let them tag along with him on his journey if they want to.

 

99. Shounen Onmyoji

 

INFORMATION
Title	Shounen Onmyoji
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2006
Episodes	26
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Masahiro is the renowned onmyouji’s grandchild, Abe no Seimei. He did, however, lose his sixth sense, which is crucial for an onmyouji because it allows him to view otherworldly beings. He is therefore forced to try to choose another career. But after defeating a monster, a peculiar mononoke named Mokkun emerges and reveals to him his real potential. His journey to becoming the finest onmyouji starts with Mokkun’s help.

 

98. Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne

 

INFORMATION
Title	Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne
Genre	Action, Drama, Mystery, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Toei Animation
Premiered	1999
Episodes	44
Duration	24 min. per ep

Kaitou Jeanne has just instantly made herself famous as the news about her spread of her robbing paintings around the city! Maron Kusakabe is the other name she goes by, and she is a gymnastics enthusiast. Maron also attends Momokuri Academy with Miyako Toudaiji. But unknown to her, Miyako is the one who leads the police searching for Kaitou Jeanne.

The twist here is that she doesn’t steal paintings just for fun. The paintings she stole have demons hiding inside them and their goal is to reduce the power of God! The difficult task of juggling this responsibility with her lonely high school life only becomes more difficult when a strange new phantom thief—Kaitou Sinbad—arrives.

 

97. Kizumonogatari I – Tekketsu Hen

 

INFORMATION
Title	Kizumonogatari I – Tekketsu Hen
Genre	Action, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Movie
Studio	Shaft
Premiered	2016
Episodes	1
Duration	1 hr. 4 min

 Koyomi Araragi meets Tsubasa Hanekawa, the best honor student in his class by coincidence during his second year at Naoetsu Private High School. Hanekawa brings up a startling tale when they start talking about a vampire with stunning blonde hair and icy eyes has been spotted prowling around town.

Araragi ignores the spreading rumor and continues enjoying the rest of his hours. But as he tries to get home, he trips across bloody splatters that lead to the subway stairs. He pursues the horrific puddles into the station’s depths as his curiosity drives him to know more.

He is horrified to discover the reputed blonde vampire herself is entirely mutilated! As he gets to the blood’s source, Araragi is forced to make a choice after she asks for his assistance, a one that could ultimately alter the course of his entire life.

 

96. Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon

 

INFORMATION
Title	Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon
Genre	Romance
Type	Series
Studio	Toei Animation
Premiered	1992
Episodes	46
Duration	24 min. per ep

A mediocre student and a whiny klutz who consistently receives poor grades in her exams. Her name is Usagi Tsukino and her everyday life has instantly changed when she rescues a mysterious cat from harm. Usagi learns that it is her destiny to become Sailor Moon, a celestial protector with the ability to defend the Earth. The cat, Luna, later explains that their encounter was not by chance. Usagi is given a magical brooch that gives her the ability to shift into a magical girl, and she must utilize her newfound abilities to defend the city against demons that steal energy sent by the evil Queen Beryl.

Additionally, she is given a new mission to find the Moon Kingdom’s missing princess and her fellow Sailor Guardians to prevent the world from meeting its end!

 

95. The Morose Mononokean

 

INFORMATION
Title	The Morose Mononokean
Genre	Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Pierrot Plus
Premiered	2016
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

Hanae Ashiya’s student life has not had a smooth beginning; he has spent the entire first week in the hospital, and his mysterious ailment is only getting worse. The mysterious fluffy monster that has become entwined with him ever since he came across it the day before he goes to school is the source of his suffering.

Fortunately, Hanae discovers a poster promoting an exorcist who banishes youkai while his health gets worse, and the demon increases in size. Calling the number out of desperation as he has nothing to lose, he is directed to a place called Mononokean, an establishment that unexpectedly arises adjacent to the hospital. He eventually meets Abeno and they work together to bring strange youkais in the Underworld!

 

94. Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro

INFORMATION
Title	Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro
Genre	Comedy, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Madhouse
Premiered	2007
Episodes	25
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Yako Katsuragi is a well-known detective who, in spite of being a high school student, has successfully solved a number of crimes. In fact, it appears that she can solve any case and bring any criminal to justice. But the fact is, Neuro Nougami is the one who actually solves the cases, and it is kept as a secret as a part of her detective business!

Neuro is no ordinary man. He is actually a demon who, after unraveling every secret in the demon universe, decides to venture the human realm in search of the greatest secret. He feeds on the bad energy emitted by people who commit crimes while using Yako as his proxy. He thus pledges to assist Yako in discovering the truth.

 

93. Slayers Next

 

INFORMATION
Title	Slayers Next
Genre	Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	E&G Films
Premiered	1996
Episodes	26
Duration	24 min. per ep

Lina Inverse and Gourry Gabriev suddenly run upon Zelgadis Graywords along with Princess Ameilia in the realm of Xoana, two of their former friends. After they reunite, the companions successfully defeat the King of Xoana including the daughter who plans to conquer the world.

Afterwards, Zelgadis stated that he is looking for the Claire Bible which is the most precious magical book in the world, believing that the Claire Bible will give him ways to return his human body. The remainder of the gang chooses to embark on the journey after learning of his quest. In the middle of their journey, they encounter Xellos, an unknown priest who offers his help to find the legendary Claire Bible.

 

92. Amatsuki

 

INFORMATION
Title	Amatsuki
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2008
Episodes	13
Duration	23 min. per ep

A student who always fails the Japanese history subject because he hates history, his name is Tokidoki Rikugou. He is made to attend a special museum event by his school in order to make up for his failing grade. With an elaborate replica of the Tokugawa Shogunate, its centerpiece display, the Edo Bakumatsu Walking Tour and Exhibition promises to improve the irresponsible student’s terrible scores.

As he enters the simulation, he then realizes that he is trapped inside it with no escapable routes! When he meets Kon Shinonome, a swordsman, he learns that he was also imprisoned in the simulation. As he adapts to the new environment, Tokidoki now has the duty to defend the village from the invasive demons while unfolding the secrets of the company that produced the simulation of the Edo Period.

 

91. Concrete Revolution: Choujin Gensou

 

INFORMATION
Title	Concrete Revolution: Choujin Gensou
Genre	Action, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Bones
Premiered	2015
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

Concrete Revolutio tells the story of Jirou Hitoyoshi who was ordered to eavesdrop on the conversation between a spy and a top scientist. Unfortunately, he was found, and the spy is actually an alien that transformed into a human!

He seeks help to a certain waitress named Kikko Hoshino. She is a magical girl that hides among humans and defends the world from supernatural threats. Jirou then recruited her as a new member of an organization called Super Population Research Laboratory.

After a 5-year time skip and an unbelievable plot twist, Jirou betrayed the organization and is now being chased by the ones he recruited before! What kind of story does this anime entails?

Fun Fact: According to Shou Aikawa, the scriptwriter, Concrete Revolutio: Choujin Gensou is a story that is set similarly to the superhero comic Watchmen!

 

90. Gensoumaden Saiyuuki

INFORMATION
Title	Gensoumaden Saiyuuki
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Pierrot
Premiered	2000
Episodes	50
Duration	23 min. per ep

 The two races of humans and demons once lived in peace until one day everything starts to crumble as the demons begin to attack the humans. Their goal is to release Gyumao who is a demon that is locked away for millennia.

The anime introduces us to Genjo Sanzo who is a priest and takes on the responsibility to take on the army of demons before Gyumao is awakened. To do all this, he creates a team along with the demons Son Goku, Sha Gojyo, and Cho Hakkai and together, they begin their adventure towards west and reclaim the peace the demon race and the humans.

Dangerous locations and fearsome enemies await as you witness their journey in Gensoumaden Saiyuuki!

 

89. As Miss Beelzebub Likes

 

INFORMATION
Title	As Miss Beelzebub Likes
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Type	Series
Studio	LIDENFILMS
Premiered	2018
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 One of the 7 demon rulers of Hell, Beelzebub, is said to have betrayed God and has been exiled from the kingdom of Heaven forever. All banished angels now reside in the kingdom of Pandemonium which is ruled by Beelzebub and suffer there every day of their eternal existence. People would get shivers just thinking about a fiend like him. Except for one thing in which the Beelzebub in this world is actually a girl!

Myurin eventually learns this when he was hired as the new assistant to work for Beelzebub. Although she knows what her job entails to maintain Pandemonium’s state while operating smoothly, the girl requires some help in order to act like a typical devil after she leaves her work.

Dive into a story of comedy and fantasy as Myurin spends his day’s as the demon princess Beelzebub’s assistant!

 

88. Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon

 

INFORMATION
Title	Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Sunrise
Premiered	2020
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

The next-generation sequel to the well-known anime Inuyasha is titled Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon. This show tells the tale of Sesshoumaru’s twin daughters, Towa and Setsuna! And together along with Moroha, daughter of Kagome and Inuyasha, goes on a journey to learn the secret of their destinies!

After encountering a certain predicament, Towa realizes that Setsuna suffered the loss of her memory, and she doesn’t remember anything at all! Towa now knows her mission and that is to retrieve the lost memory of her beloved twin sister, Setsuna.

Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon also includes recurring characters from the original series of Inuyasha! This features Inuyasha himself, of course, including Kagome, Sesshoumaru, Kagome, and many other known characters from the series!

 

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87. Hakkenden -Eight Dogs of the East-

 

INFORMATION
Title	Hakkenden -Eight Dogs of the East-
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2013
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Shino Inuzuka along with his friends Sousuke Inukawa and Hamaji, their town of Ootsuka was set ablaze since it was believed that a virus had been spreading to destroy lives. Surprisingly, a weird man carrying a sword approached the three, who were now engulfed in flames and on the edge of death. He advises them to make a choice if they wish to survive. For these kids, that evening was a significant moment.

After a couple of years, the three friends live peacefully while being watched on by the Imperial Church. The Imperial Church plans to steal the Murasame, a demon sword which Shino wields. To do this, the Imperial kidnaps Hamaji and use her as bait for Shino to come to them. With Shino’s demonic weapon and Sousuke’s dog-transforming abilities, they both team up for a rescue mission to go and save Hamaji from the Imperial Capital’s grasp

 

86. Slayers Try

 

INFORMATION
Title	Slayers Try
Genre	Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	E&G Films
Premiered	Spring 1997
Episodes	26
Duration	23 min. per ep.

Slayers Try continues the story of the original series, Slayers. Lina Inverse returns once again as she receives a letter from Filia ul Copt, an unknown woman whom she has never met. Upon their meeting, Filia attempts to recruit Lina along with her companions because of the achievements they have accomplished in the past. This recruitment will give them a mission where they will venture to a different realm.

But before that, Filia needs confirmation that they really are strong enough to take on the mission and that is why she confronts them with a dragon that they have to defeat in public! They eventually defeat the dragon and finally Lina and her allies sets out on a new adventure for unknown lands!

 

85. Konjiki No Gash Bell!!

 

INFORMATION
Title	Konjiki No Gash Bell!!
Genre	Adventure, Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Toei Animation
Premiered	2003
Episodes	150
Duration	23 min. per ep

If you want a long-running series with lots of episodes, then this might be the one for you!

Konjiki no Gash Bell!! tells the story of Takamine Kiyomaro, a depressed individual and a person who doesn’t really care much about everything around him. He was given a demon familiar named, Gash Bell and Kiyomaro is to become this demon’s master!

But what does a master really do? Well let’s just say that as a master, Kiyomaro has to team up with Gash Bell and go on fights with demons in a battle royale! The winner of this epic fight gets to be the demon world’s king!

 

84. Heion Sedai No Idaten-Tachi

 

INFORMATION
Title	Heion Sedai No Idaten-Tachi
Genre	Adventure, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	MAPPA
Premiered	2021
Episodes	11
Duration	22 min. per ep

The existence of mankind was under danger from terrible demons eight hundred years ago. Humans begged their gods to rescue them as they were on the verge of annihilation. These fervent cries for redemption gave rise to the “Idaten,” or war deities. The Idaten overcame the demons thanks to their extraordinary fortitude and bravery, ushering in an era of peace like never before.

Ever since peace has spread out around the world, the current Idaten generation has never seen any demons nor experienced their ferocity. Until one day, the Zoble Empire reawakens a demon that will cause havoc on humanity once again. Ysley, an Idaten who knows nothing about demons, undergoes training with Rin along with his friends. Rin is an Idaten who lives for 800 years, and she will train the new generation and defeat the Zoble Empire.

         

83. Kyou Kara Maou!

 

INFORMATION
Title	Kyou Kara Maou!
Genre	Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2004
Episodes	78
Duration	25 min. per ep

Kyou kara Maou! focuses on the character Yuri Shibuya, a typical Japanese youth. There came a time when Yuri witnesses bullies assaulting his classmate. His intervention allows his buddy to escape, but unfortunately for Yuri, the bullies’ attention has now turned to him and has his head pushed into a toilet.

The toilet, however, is actually a spinning gateway that transports the user to a different realm that actually resembles Europe during its medieval times! He is informed there that he will succeed the current Demon King because of his hair and eye color, which are sole characteristics of the demon’s family. Yuri now strives to be worthy of a Demon King while maintaining the coexistence of humans and demons!

 

82. Kakuriyo No Yadomeshi

 

INFORMATION
Title	Kakuriyo No Yadomeshi
Genre	Drama, Gourmet, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Gonzo
Premiered	2018
Episodes	26
Duration	23 min. per ep

Aoi Tsubaki has a special ability to perceive spirits from the Hidden Realm. These spirits are called ayakashi. Her grandfather taught her of this ability in order to coexist with the ayakashi but as the grandfather is old, he soon meets his end.

One day, she gives a certain ayakashi some lunch but instead, he instantly teleports her to the Hidden Realm! It is only then she knew that the ayakashi is an innkeeper named Oodama and that her grandfather owes him of over 100 million yen! Now that is one big comedic twist!

Now she has no choice but to pay the debt that her grandfather owes him by running an eatery in Oodama’s inn. Watch Aoi as she makes a big change in the inn with her impressive cooking skills!

 

81. Midnight Occult Civil Servants

 

INFORMATION
Title	Midnight Occult Civil Servants
Genre	Fantasy, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	LIDENFILMS
Premiered	2019
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

 A group of investigators called The Nocturnal Community Relations Division focus on crimes involving frightening supernatural monsters of the night that are invisible to regular people. Arata Miyako, a young and innocent member of the division, is tasked with working in the division’s Shinjuku Ward Office where he meets Theo and Kyouichi.

Once Arata discovers a certain connection between himself and the exorcist, Abe no Seimei, he develops a curiosity about his past and devotes more of his time to investigating cases involving the supernatural demons he confronts. Arata soon realizes that dealing with supernatural beings is not as easy as he had initially believed as danger starts to play a crucial role in his day-to-day discoveries. Witness Arata and his fellow members solve supernatural cases in Midnight Occult Civil Servants!

 

80. Astarotte No Omocha!

INFORMATION
Title	Astarotte No Omocha!
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Ecchi
Type	Series
Studio	Diomedea
Premiered	2011
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

The succubi princess Astarotte “Lotte” Ygvar needs men’s life seeds in order to stay alive and carry on the magical realm’s royal bloodline. This implies that succubi must always have a harem of males nearby. Oddly, Lotte hates men and will endanger her life once she reaches adulthood. One of her attendants, Judith Snorrevik, travels to the human realm in search of a male who Lotte can accept in an effort to persuade her to carry out her responsibilities.

NAoya Touhara was chosen as one of Astarotte’s harem, but their relationship didn’t really go well at the beginning. As Naoya spends more time in the magical realm, their bond grew stronger as Naoya realizes that him being chosen was not merely a coincidence.

 

79. Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon R

INFORMATION
Title	Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon R
Genre	Romance
Type	Series
Studio	Toei Animation
Premiered	1993
Episodes	43
Duration	24 min. per ep

Summoned once again to continue their duty as Sailor Guardians, planetary warriors battling for the peace of the cosmos, Usagi Tsukino and her pals have returned for another series! 

When the two remaining surviving creatures of an unknown race, An and Ail, emerge as a new threat from beyond the stars, Usagi, popularly known as Sailor Moon commands her troop into combat. An and Ail start taking energy from people in order to protect the Makai Tree, which is the source of their life force. If the Sailor Guardians don’t stop their scheme, Earth will be destroyed.

The Black Moon Clan is another gang that wants to take the power and use it for evil. Sailor Moon and the other Sailor Guardians must struggle to thwart these entities in order to safeguard their destinies and maintain the balance of the cosmos!

 

78. D. Gray-Man Hallow

 

INFORMATION
Title	D. Gray-Man Hallow
Genre	Action, Adventure
Type	Series
Studio	TMS Entertainment
Premiered	2016
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Gray-Man Hallow is the 2nd season of the anime of the same title, D. Gray-Man that aired last 2006 and here we see Allen Walker’s story continues!

The Black Order members are optimistic as they begin their move to a new headquarters regardless of the recent Akuma invasion. Allen Walker, unfortunately, is abruptly summoned by the Central Agency and the Order instantly placed a seal on his arm as soon as he arrives. The mysterious 14th Noah is then introduced to him which leads to an unexpected encounter with his master, General Cross Marian and reveals astounding revelations.

More mysterious events are happening such as the appearance of an unknown band of exorcists, the death of a crucial ally, and the continuing war between the Order and the Noah Family. The strange series of events will all soon be connected in D. Gray-Man Hallow!

 

77. Kuroshitsuji: Book of Murder

 

INFORMATION
Title	Kuroshitsuji: Book of Murder
Genre	Action, Comedy, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	A-1 Pictures
Premiered	2015
Episodes	2
Duration	58 min. per ep

An extravagant banquet is hosted by Earl Ciel Phantomhive at the Queen’s request and several of the most exclusive members of society join in including Arthur, an author facing difficulties. But just as the celebration peaks, a dreadful killing occurs and as the host, Ciel Phantomhive is the one accused of committing the crime.

The number of deaths continue to rise and before they too become victims of the unknown murderer, the Phantomhive group and their distinguished guests realize that they must work together to finish this problem. Sebastian Michaelis, the black butler is no exception to solving this case.

Kuroshitsuji: Book of Murder is an OVA with only 2 episodes that aired last 2015. However, it is still connected to the 3rd season of Kuroshitsuji so don’t miss this one out!

 

76. Omamori Himari

 

INFORMATION
Title	Omamori Himari
Genre	Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Supernatural, Ecchi
Type	Series
Studio	Zexcs
Premiered	2010
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

Yuuto Amakawa has a fairly typical life within the city despite the passing of his parents. His cat allergy issues are the only thing keeping him from attending school with his neighbor Rinko. His life turns upside down when an Ayakashi, a supernatural being, strikes him upon his birthday to make retribution for his ancestors’ crimes.

He is fortunately rescued by Himari, a strange cat-woman wielding a sword, who says that Yuuto is the descendant of a clan of demon-slayers and that she is there to guard him now that the magic that kept him concealed from the world’s supernatural forces has lost its effectiveness.

As Yuuto encounters different supernatural forces, the number of girls to protect him increases!

 

75. Shinmai Maou No Testament Burst

 

INFORMATION
Title	Shinmai Maou No Testament Burst
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Romance, Ecchi
Type	Series
Studio	Production IMS
Premiered	2015
Episodes	10
Duration	23 min. per ep

Shinmai Maou No Testament Burst is the 2nd season of the anime of the same title. This show continues the story of Toujou Basara, a fomer member of the Hero clan!

Basara Toujou lives a difficult life as he protects Mio and Maria Naruse, his two demonic stepsisters from greedy demons who want to take Mio’s strength for themselves. Additionally, the demon realm’s increasing political chaos only makes his task harder.

Mio and her trusted companions go to the demon world when a messenger tells her that she is being summoned despite the potential danger. Basara will need to gain strength through strange ways while in the enemy’s territory in order to accomplish the unthinkable and defend his sisters.

 

74. Gabriel Dropout

 

INFORMATION
Title	Gabriel Dropout
Genre	Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Doga Kobo
Premiered	2017
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

This slice of life anime may be the most unexpected in this list but it still has demons in it so it still counts! And so here comes Gabriel Dropout!

In this story, Heaven has its own rules that Angels will have to go down to Earth and blend in with humans. Gabriel is an angel who aims to be a great angel which led her to be the smartest in her class. However, due to the various entertainment mediums that the human world has, Gabriel slowly turns into a hikikomori and has developed an addiction towards video games!

There is also the demon Vigne who is the friend of Gabriel. Despite being friends and different races, they are complete polar opposites! What comedic schemes will they tell in this show, Gabriel Dropout!

 

73. Persona 4: The Animation

 

INFORMATION
Title	Persona 4: The Animation
Genre	Action, Adventure, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	AIC ASTA
Premiered	2011
Episodes	25
Duration	25 min. per ep

Persona 4: The Animation is the anime adaptation of the famous game that was released back in 2008, Persona 4. It is one of my favorite video games even now so you might want to try it if you’re curious enough! The story of the anime and the game doesn’t differ that much so you can enjoy both if you want to gear up for some Persona series!

Narukami Yu is the new transfer student in the town of Inaba. There, he lives with his uncle and his little cousin, Nanako. His uncle is a police officer that investigates the mysterious murders occurring in the town. Yu enters Yasogami High and there he encounters new friends—Yousuke, Chie, and Yukiko!

One night, Yu turns on the TV when suddenly a person appears on the screen who is to become the next victim! Yu accidentally enters the tv and is dragged into a different realm. He eventually unlocks a new power called Persona. Persona are demonic entities which can be used to defeat Shadows. Yu and his friends form a team as they investigate the murders happening in Inaba with the power of their Personas.

 

72. Highschool DxD Hero

 

INFORMATION
Title	Highschool DxD Hero
Genre	Action, Comedy, Romance, Ecchi
Type	Series
Studio	Passione
Premiered	2018
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

Highschool DxD Hero is the 4th season of the anime of the same title, Highschool DxD. Which means Rias Gremory and Issei Hyoudou along with the Occult Research Club returns once again for another series!

This time Issei and his allies will have to fight a band of youkais that wreaked havoc at a certain temple. Apart from that they have also got into set-up for abducting the nine-tailed fox who protects the city from harm! What could this possibly mean for the Occult Research Club and the danger that awaits them as they try to protect the city?

 

71. The Misfit of Demon King Academy

 

INFORMATION
Title	The Misfit of Demon King Academy
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	SILVER LINK.
Premiered	2020
Episodes	13
Duration	23 min. per ep

 The Demon King Academy was established by the demon race as a means of identifying Anos when he reawakens in anticipation of their king’s homecoming. When he resurrects thousands of years later, he is shocked to discover that the amount of magic within the planet has significantly decreased.

Additionally, he discovers that the demon race has a different memory of him when he enrolls for the Demon King Academy in order to reclaim his rank. His character, his actions, are all hoaxes that are hidden under a false identity. Thus, he is now considered  a misfit in the academy.

Join Anos as he tries to unfold the ones changing his important past in The Misfit of Demon King Academy!

 

70. Cardfight Vanguard!

 

INFORMATION
Title	Cardfight Vanguard!
Genre	Action, Adventure
Type	Series
Studio	TMS Entertainment
Premiered	2011
Episodes	65
Duration	24 min. per ep

Now this seems unusual for you because how could a card game anime be in this list? Well, that’s because the ones being summoned in this card game are not just humanoid beings but also demons, dragons, and many more!

The players of this card game are called cardfighters and they can do battle with other players too at their local card shops. The story focuses on Sendou Aichi, a newbie cardfighter, he doesn’t really have a strong personality which is why there was a time where he got bullied and got his card stolen from him. Toshiki Kai, the strongest cardfighter, manages to retrieve Aichi’s card but refuses to return it to him unless he defeats Kai in a cardfight.

Aichi’s journey to becoming the finest cardfighter begins as he battles stronger opponents and joins championships in Cardfight Vanguard!

 

69. Outbreak Company

 

INFORMATION
Title	Outbreak Company
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Feel.
Premiered	2013
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

   A secretive otaku with a strong understanding of entertainment mediums like anime, and manga is named Shinichi Kanou. He strives to leave his lonely life by looking for a job which also resulted in him getting abducted and teleported to what is called the Eldant Empire, a magical place with dragons, elves, and dwarfs.

Shinichi, who is trapped in this strange nation, is given an odd assignment by the Japanese government- to become an “Otaku Missionary” and promote otaku culture throughout the kingdom. Eventually, Shinichi meets Myucel and the Princess Petralka to support him on his mission!

 

68. GATE

 

INFORMATION
Title	GATE
Genre	Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	A-1 Pictures
Premiered	2015
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

Another otaku enters the scene as Youjo Itami, a JSDF officer, attends a convention somewhere in Tokyo. Well, that’s the one that is supposed to happen until a portal the size of a gate instantly appears. The gate opens and unleashes monsters and warriors throughout the city! As Youjo has no time for confusion, he does his job as a soldier and saves a lot of people as possible.

Months have passed and Youjo was ordered to be part of a task force to venture out into the unknown world across the gate. They call this place the Special Region. In hopes of creating peace with the other world, they go out without knowing the possible dangers they may encounter.

 

67. Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga

 

INFORMATION
Title	Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	A-1 Pictures
Premiered	2017
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga is the 2nd season of the anime of the same title. Here we see Rin Okumura continues to stray from the path that his father, Satan, wants him to be. However, another problem arises as two of the Impure King’s eyes was stolen from the Deep Keep while the other eye was from Kyoto.

As they are about to face stronger forces, Rin attempts to train harder and finally control his demonic powers to help his friends.

 

66. Noragami

 

INFORMATION
Title	Noragami
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Bones
Premiered	2014
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

The “Delivery God” Yato is a deity who longs to be worshipped by millions of people. However, he has a long way from achieving his dreams as he does not even have a single shrine holding his name. He works on odd jobs with a price of 5 yen each every day until his partner gets tired of his worthless master and decides to leave him.

His life is turned around as he encounters Hiyori Iki, a girl who saves Yato from being hit by a random car. As Hiyori’s soul leaves her body from being hit, she makes a deal with Yato to help him find a new partner so she can return to normal again.

 

65. Bakemonogatari

 

INFORMATION
Title	Bakemonogatari
Genre	Mystery, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Shaft
Premiered	2009
Episodes	15
Duration	25 min. per ep

Bakemonogatari is the first installment of the Monogatari series. To be honest the Monogatari series has one of the most confusing timelines because of how the stories are getting released take place in different years. But rest assured that if you want to get invested in this series, Bakemonogatari is the best place to start!

Koyomi Araragi is a third-year student who was rescued by Meme Oshino, a weird man living in a deserted building from a vampire attack. Despite being freed from becoming a vampire and being a normal human once more, some side effects such superior healing power and improved vision persists. With the aid of his friend, Tsubasa Hanekawa, Araragi makes an effort to maintain his normal school life.

 

64. Darling in the FranXX

 

INFORMATION
Title	Darling in the FranXX
Genre	Action, Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi
Type	Series
Studio	A-1 Pictures, Trigger, CloverWorks
Premiered	2018
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Gigantic creatures known as Klaxosaurs have forced mankind to the brink of extinction, forcing the survivors to seek safety in enormous defensive cities called Plantations. The Klaxosaurs are formidable creatures and the only things that can them on are the enormous mechas called FranXX. FranXX are taught to young people, and they are partnered as boy-girl couples.  These young people were created just to operate these machines and they have no knowledge of the rest of the world and can only affirm their presence through becoming lethal protectors.

This tells the story of Hiro as he encounters a girl named  Zero Two. They partner up as pilots of a FranXX and join their friends to protect the world from Klaxosaurs!

 

63. Shakugan no Shana

 

INFORMATION
Title	Shakugan no Shana
Genre	Action, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	J.C. Staff
Premiered	2005
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

Yuuji Sakai’s student life instantly halts when he becomes stuck in a gap in time and is unexpectedly assaulted by a monster called Denizen. An unknown warrior who appears to be just like any youthful girl with flaming eyes and blazing scarlet hair comes to his aid just in time.

Before Yuuji can think about what is happening, he learns that he just turned into a Torch, a sliver of memory that is soon to be snuffed out. Who is the mysterious girl, and could he still get back to his normal life after all that? Watch everything unfold in Shakugan no Shana!

 

62. Nisemonogatari

 

INFORMATION
Title	Nisemonogatari
Genre	Comedy, Mystery, Supernatural, Ecchi
Type	Series
Studio	Shaft
Premiered	2012
Episodes	11
Duration	25 min. per ep

Koyomi Araragi spends his days by dealing with things like surviving vampire assaults, meeting various women tormented by paranormal beings, and simply trying to make it through life. Other than that, he also has his girlfriend Hitagi Senjougahara hold him captive and tied up. She explains that she took responsibility to confine Araragi in order to protect him from Deishuu Kaiki, a con artist who scammed Senjougahara’s family. But soon after, Araragi discovers that the imposter has his sights set on Karen, his sister, when he receives a panicked message from her.

Nisemonogatari is the 2nd installment of the Monogatari series right after Bakemonogatari.

 

61. Blood Blockade Battlefront

 

INFORMATION
Title	Blood Blockade Battlefront
Genre	Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Bones
Premiered	2015
Episodes	12
Duration	26 min. per ep

 Hellsalem’s Lot, was once called New York City, has been home to a wide variety of strange supernatural monsters coexisting alongside humanity. Three years ago, a portal between Earth and the Beyond emerged that trapped both residents of New York City and beings from an alternate dimension known as the Beyond in an indestructible bubble and caused them to coexist. The mission of Libra, a covert group of superhumans, is to maintain order in the city and prevent disorder from getting worse.

Leonardo Watch is a photographer whose life turns upside down when he finds the “All-Seeing Eyes of the Gods” in exchange for his sister’s vision. He seeks help from  Hellsalem’s Lot hoping they might be able to cure his sister. Leo joins the band of superhumans and his new adventures with his new comrades begin.

           

60. Twin Star Exorcists

 

INFORMATION
Title	Twin Star Exorcists
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Pierrot
Premiered	2016
Episodes	50
Duration	24 min. per ep

 A parallel world called Magano is home to the “Kegare,” a race of monsters and all these monsters are dealt with by exorcists in Magano. The Exorcist Union has invited a child prodigy in exorcism and is known for her extraordinary abilities, her name is Benio Adashino. As she goes to the location, she unexpectedly encounters Rokuro Enmadou.

 When a Kegare is about to kidnap two kids, Benio hurries into Magano to save the kids while pulling Rokuro behind her. As she is about to lose in the battle, Rokuro intervenes to save Benio, proving that he has the skills that are on the same level as her.

 

59. Persona 5: The Animation

 

INFORMATION
Title	Persona 5: The Animation
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	CloverWorks
Premiered	2018
Episodes	26
Duration	24 min. per ep

Shujin Academy receives a new student who recently transferred to Tokyo, his name is Amamiya Ren. On his first day to school, Ren discovers a weird software on his phone that transports him to the Metaverse, a place where people’s “shadows“—alternate appearances of their identities—are stored.

While in this world, he manages to summon his Persona and uses this newfound power to defeat shadows. As he encounters new friends in his new school, they soon form a team called the Phantom Thieves and together, they help people by defeating these so-called shadows.

Persona 5: The Animation is a sequel to Persona 4: The Animation. However, it may be a sequel, but their stories are not entirely connected. It’s just that the timeline of Persona 5 takes place several years later after the events in Persona 4. Which means you can still enjoy it despite having no background in the Persona series!

 

58. Strike the Blood

 

INFORMATION
Title	Strike the Blood
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural, Ecchi
Type	Series
Studio	SILVER LINK., Connect
Premiered	2013
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

   After a sudden encounter gives him astounding vampire powers, Kojou Akatsuki’s high school life in the place called Demon District has met its end. Soon after, he became the talk of the town after they learned that Akatsuki Kojou is the 4th primogenitor.

The 4th primogenitor is known to be a very strong vampire and is considered as a legend.  Due to this, Kojou is seen as the strongest vampire in the world and the Lion King Organization dispatches a shaman named Yukina Himeragi to keep an eye on him and kill him if he poses a problem. The two are pushed to work together as they strive to defend the city as Kojou learns to accept his powers and forge an odd alliance.

 

57. Tokyo Ghoul

 

INFORMATION
Title	Tokyo Ghoul
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Horror
Type	Series
Studio	Pierrot
Premiered	2014
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

Sinister monsters known as ghouls lurk in Tokyo looking for prey while blending in with society and if you ask me, you wouldn’t want to go on a trip around Tokyo especially at nighttime.

Kaneki Ken’s college life has turned upside down when he encounters Rize, a woman who instantly asked him on a date. As they finish the date, Rize shows his true colors and intentions revealing that she is actually a ghoul!

As Kaneki wakes up, he notices major changes in his body and has realized that he has become a half-ghoul. One wrong decision has made Kaneki into something he never thought would be. Just what tragic fate awaits Kaneki’s life?

 

You might like: 31+ Strongest Tokyo Ghoul Characters

 

56. Owarimonogatari

 

INFORMATION
Title	Owarimonogatari
Genre	Comedy, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Shaft
Premiered	2015
Episodes	12
Duration	26 min. per ep

The story of Koyomi Araragi continues as he encounters the new character Ougi Oshino, a strange transfer student who has recently begun attending Naoetsu Private High School.  Ougi examines the layout of the school and discovers a classroom that shouldn’t be there in the first place.

Together, Araragi and Ougi try to solve this mystery as they are not sure if an apparition has caused this. However, Araragi quickly learns that the room has the memories of a long-forgotten incident after finding himself trapped in there with Ougi.

 

55. Musaigen no Phantom World

 

INFORMATION
Title	Musaigen no Phantom World
Genre	Action, Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Kyoto Animation
Premiered	2016
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

  In the past, Phantoms like youkai, demons, or ghosts were assumed to be superstitious beliefs until they revealed themselves that they coexist with humans the whole time.   There came a time when a virus that affects the mind has infected humanity. The future generation has also been significantly impacted by this virus, giving them unique skills that they can utilize to defend themselves from harmful phantoms.

The story focuses on high school students Haruhiko and Mai as they have also developed this supernatural power as part of the future generation. Haruhiko has the ability to create phantoms by the use of his drawings and Mai can channel elemental powers with her martial arts skills. They team up and encounter new friends as they take care of supernatural creatures for good.

 

54. Beyond the Boundary

 

INFORMATION
Title	Beyond the Boundary
Genre	Fantasy, Slice of Life, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Kyoto Animation
Premiered	2013
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 The only surviving member of a group of warriors from the Spirit World is Mirai Kuriyama. She has the ability to convert her blood into weapons. As a Spirit World warrior she is  given the responsibility of locating and eliminating “youmu“. Youmu are creatures that are said to represent the expression of bad human emotions.

Akihito Kanbara is one such youmu except that he is a half-breed which makes him quite different. He encounters Mirai while she is in the middle of meditation on the school roof. As she attacks him with her sword made out of blood, she doesdid not realize that he is an immortal half-breed.  The two go on to develop an unexpected friendship due to Mirai’s continuous attempts to kill Akihito.

 

53. Rising of the Shield Hero

      

 

INFORMATION
Title	Rising of the Shield Hero
Genre	Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Kinema Citrus
Premiered	2019
Episodes	25
Duration	24 min. per ep

  A bunch of common Japanese men were sent to the Melromarc kingdom to save their country and they were deemed as The Four Cardinal Heroes. Melromarc is a nation repeatedly getting invaded by the Waves of Catastrophe and have caused disaster to its people for ages. To defeat these Waves, the four heroes are assigned with their weapons– a shield, bow, sword, and spear. Naofumi Iwatani was given the shield making him the Shield Hero and because of his small weapon and weak character, he is mocked by the other cardinal heroes and the residents of the kingdom.

Follow Naofumi and Raphtalia;s adventures as they build their reputation and prove their worth in the kingdom of Melromarc in Rising of the Shield Hero!

 

52. Summertime Rendering

 

INFORMATION
Title	Summertime Rendering
Genre	Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense
Type	Series
Studio	OLM
Premiered	2022
Episodes	25
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Shinpei Ajiro resided with Mio and Ushio Kofune when his parents passed away, but he now lives alone in Tokyo. However, Shinpei goes back to his old residence to grieve Ushio’s passing when he receives news that she drowned while attempting to rescue Shiori Kobayakawa. Ushio’s cause of death, however, turns into a mystery because of the wounds on her neck.

He realizes that there could be another reason why she had the bruise but on the island, dangerous monsters actually stalk the residents, and a vision of Ushio appears to make the final request that Shinpei should rescue Mio. Unsure of what is happening, Ushio’s passing only adds to the mystery. Just what could Shinpei’s next move be?

 

51. DanMachi: Is it Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?

 

INFORMATION
Title	DanMachi: Is it Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Type	Series
Studio	J.C. Staff
Premiered	2015
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

Bell Cranel is a young adventurer who lives in Orario, a city that is full of adventures and gods. His path to becoming a great adventurer enlightens when he encounters the goddess, Hestia. Bell’s story focuses on his adventurers by taking quests that involve fighting monsters and demons in the catacombs called the Dungeon. The deeper you go in the dark dungeon, the stronger enemies you will face. Will he be able to go outside the dungeon alive or meet a girl that will change his life?

This anime is known to many anime fans and has been adapted into several series. It has remained up till now to be a compelling story and will definitely not waste your time!

 

50. Kemonozume

 

INFORMATION
Title	Kemonozume
Genre	Action, Horror, Romance Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Madhouse
Premiered	13
Episodes	2006
Duration	23 min. per ep

Shokujinki are creatures that have blended with  human society for centuries. They have the appearance of basically just any other human being and have the capability to turn into horrid beasts. Fortunately, we have the Kifuuken, a dojo that is tasked to kill Shokujinkis with the best possible way which is slicing their arms.

The story introduces us to Toshihiko Momota, a member of the Kifuuken dojo who fell in love in an instant with a woman named Kamitsuki Yuka. Yuka is a blonde-haired woman who also fell in love with Toshihiko and eventually, they became a couple without telling him that she is a Shokujinki. Since Yuka is a Shokujinki and Toshihiko is part of the Kifuuken, Toshihiko is conflicted once he discovers the truth as he is bound to kill Shokujinkis. On the other hand, Kifuuken has another major problem and that is Kazuma, the brother of Toshihiko. Kazuma has the urge to modernize Kifuuken and let it stray from its traditions. In a world with conflicted love and secrets, will they be able to achieve what they desire?        

 

49. Kekkaishi

 

INFORMATION
Title	Kekkaishi
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Sunrise
Premiered	2006
Episodes	52
Duration	24 min. per ep

Kekkaishi are Japanese sorcerers that are known for their supernatural powers to vanquish demons and evil creatures known as Ayakashi. There are times that Ayakashi appears in the human world to absorb the power that emanates in Karasumori and the Kekkaishi then takes action to deal with them.

Yoshimura Sumimura is one of these Kekkaishi sorcerers and also lives in Karasumori. He is the 22nd Kekkaishi of his family and he is known to have a lazy and stubborn personality but still does his best to protect his loved ones. Since the school he is attending is part of Karasumori, he has the responsibility to fight and protect not just his school but the whole town from the Ayakashi.

But don’t worry because he’s not alone in this one as he’s not the only sorcerer who does this! His childhood friend and neighbor, Yukimura Tokine, is also the 22nd Kekkaishi of her family. She is known to be weaker that Yoshimura, but she is also acknowledged for her impressive precision and accurate attacks. Yoshimura and Tokine both team up to fight their battles against the Ayakashi and the mysterious organization that lurks in their town.

 

48. Manaria Friends

 

INFORMATION
Title	Manaria Friends
Genre	Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Cygames Pictures
Premiered	2019
Episodes	10
Duration	15 min. per ep

 In a world of magic lies a school that teaches students about magic with no discrimination towards the three races which are men, gods, and demons. This is called the Mysteria Academy and is considered as a very respected magical school by  many.

We are introduced to the character Anne who is known as the Princess of Mysteria and is a very impressive student that excels in controlling spirits at a young age. She got her charismatic aura from her father which is why everyone is so drawn to her and add to that her cheerful personality. Anne also cares about her best friend, Grea.

Just like Anne, Grea is also a princess, but she is of the dragon faction. Born from parents of different races, she is a half-dragon and half-human. Her personality is the complete opposite of Anne because of her self-conscious personality which causes her to lose confidence. Anne and Grea support each other as they live their days as students of the Mysteria Academy.

Fun Fact: Manaria Friends is originally an event that was held in the Rage of Bahamut card game. But no need to worry because the series is not connected to one another so you can still enjoy it as it is!

 

47. Slayers

 

INFORMATION
Title	Slayers
Genre	Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	E&G Films
Premiered	1995
Episodes	26
Duration	22 min. per ep

 Lina Inverse is a powerful and greedy sorceress who roams the globe and robs any criminal she encounters of their precious loot. A group of robbers who are her most recent victims, waits to ambush her in a wilderness to get their retribution. The swordsman Gourry Gabriev abruptly announces his arrival as Lina is preparing to mercilessly beat up the assailants who are about to attack her. The naive but generous man confronts the robbers while believing Lina to be in need of rescuing and attempts to save her. Gourry decides to accompany Lina to Atlas City after swiftly defeating the robbers. She ultimately decides to accept his offer despite having mixed feelings about it.

Unaware of it, Lina has discovered a powerful magical item among her most recent loot. Now she is on the run as two unidentified men look for the young magician to retrieve this item. Gourry and Lina’s adventure begins where the world’s fate lies on the line.

 

46. Garo: The Animation

 

INFORMATION
Title	Garo: The Animation
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	MAPPA
Premiered	2014
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

 The Valiante Kingdom organized hunts to eliminate witchcraft practitioners in the king’s name. After 17 years, their quest is continually expanding and becoming more violent. The targets of these witch hunts are actually the covert guardians of humanity, unknown to the populace. They have a great desire to defend humans against Horrors, demons who inhabit souls wracked with misery and pain. They are known as the Makai Knights and Alchemists.

Leon Luis, a 17-year-old Makai Knight who inherits the fabled Golden Knight Garo armor from his very own mother. Despite his enormous strength, he finds it difficult to get past the resentment he has toward the kingdom for killing his mother.

Leon is still being trained by his father German, who is famous for the title of Zoro, The Shadow Cutting Knight. When German is asked to look into the increase of Horrors in the capital of the kingdom, he chooses to bring Leon along to further pursue his training despite the fact that he is aware of Leon’s waning resolve.

The king’s son Alfonso San Valiante strives to find an end to the escalating number of Horrors as German and Leon travel to the capital. However, he was betrayed and exiled from his own realm before he could do that. Alfonso finds a way to obtain the support and resources he needs to retake the crown in order to return home. As Leon and Alfonso meet, their lives will change forever.

 

45. The Eccentric Family

 

INFORMATION
Title	The Eccentric Family
Genre	Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Slice of Life
Type	Series
Studio	P.A. Works
Premiered	2013
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

Tanuki and Tengu tribes have been living in Kyoto for many years, coexisting with people who are unaware of their presence. Yasaburou Shimogamo, the third child of a powerful tanuki family, lives his simple days caring for an elderly tengu, studying people with his shape-shifting skills, and interacting with the enigmatic Benten.

Yasaburou’s other brothers include Yajirou, Yaichirou, and Yashirou. Yaichirou is the eldest among the brothers and has a sense of responsibility just like any older brother would have. Yajirou is the second eldest and always lacks motivation. As he transforms himself into a frog, he gets stuck with the form because he forgot how to turn back into a tanuki. Yashirou is the youngest among the 4 and he works in an electric factory with his fellow friends. Other than that, he also had a special ability to produce electricity from his body!

Despite the peaceful days, the tanukis’ head, Yasaburou’s father, was slain and devoured by a group of people known as the Friday Fellows. Follow the Shimogamo brothers’ struggles to prevent their own horrible deaths while getting closer to discovering the truth about their father’s death in The Eccentric Family!

 

44. Devil Survivor 2: The Animation

 

INFORMATION
Title	Devil Survivor 2: The Animation
Genre	Action, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Bridge
Premiered	2013
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

  The Septentriones are extraterrestrial invaders intent on wiping off humanity and will arrive on Sunday, starting the race to extinction. While stuck in the middle of a war, Hibiki Kuze and his friends sign contracts with demons to become “Devil Summoners,” joining the fight for humanity’s survival.

Hibiki Kuze is nothing but a typical high school junior in his third year. He goes towards the subway to return from a practice exam with the intention of going home, but instead he becomes involved in a conflict with demons. After the battle, Hibiki, Io, and Daichi are given the ability to manipulate demons.

Soon, their powers have drawn notice from JP’s. JP’s is an underground organization run by Yamato Houtsuin. Hibiki and his companions fight and bond with other common folk who also became Devil Summoners after being accepted into JP’s.

But it seems like a new Septentrione is wreaking havoc on Japan as every day passes. The youthful summoners must battle the intruders no matter what before the night is up, even if it costs the lives of many people.

 

43. Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun

 

INFORMATION
Title	Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Bandai Namco Pictures
Premiered	2019
Episodes	23
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Iruma Suzuki is a 14-year-old who has had a difficult life because he needs to work while still a minor in order to support his negligent parents. He eventually learns that his parents had actually disowned him to Sullivan, a demon. Iruma’s concerns about what will happen to him, however, are quickly eased because Sullivan just wants a grandson, spoiling him and forcing him to enroll in Babyls which is known as a demon school.

Iruma first chooses to maintain being lowkey out of concern because his classmates may learn that he is a human. Sadly, it turns out to be more challenging than he anticipated. It was later revealed that Sullivan is the school’s current chairman, and everyone believes that Iruma will succeed the current Demon King as the next! Iruma is forced into an extreme situation as soon as he is required to recite a magic spell in public with everyone in the school. Iruma gains an unfavorable reputation in an instant because of this. More yet, he will inevitably find himself in even stranger situations!

 

42. 07-Ghost

 

INFORMATION
Title	07-Ghost
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2009
Episodes	25
Duration	23 min. per ep

 The Military Academy of the Barsburg Empire is renowned for producing champions. Academy students are allowed to battle using a skill called “Zaiphon“, though the kinds of Zaiphon that can be used depend on the kind of soldier who is wielding it.

One of the academy’s most talented students is Teito Klein, a soldier. He is befriended by a classmate named Mikage despite being humiliated by his fellow classmates because of him being a sklave which means “slave” in German. With no memory of his past, he learns a horrible truth about his past life while he studies for the final exam. Afterwards, Teito is imprisoned while waiting to be punished after his failed attempt to kill Ayanami, a top-ranking officer who murdered his father.

Teito is helped by Mikage and makes their escape, who only wants what’s best for him. Teito eventually finds himself in the 7th District Church, where the bishops took him in. In order to retrieve his memories and understand why he is the one who can alter the course of the world, Teito makes an effort to escape from Ayanami’s grasp and his Military.

 

41. Ushio and Tora

 

INFORMATION
Title	Ushio and Tora
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	MAPPA, Studio VOLN
Premiered	2015
Episodes	26
Duration	24 min. per ep

The son of a quirky temple priest, Ushio Aotsuki is an obstinate middle schooler who disregards his father’s beliefs about mythical creatures called youkai as part of his daily life. But when he takes care of the temple alone and his father goes to his work, he makes a startling discovery while doing his chores: he finds a frightening youkai impaled by the legendary Beast Spear in the basement!

Tora, known for his destructive abilities, is the beast in question and he seeks to force Ushio to break his 500-year seal on him. Indifferent to his claims, Ushio declines to free him. But suddenly, an invasion occurs that is caused by youkais and threatens his friends and family. He is now forced to rely on Tora, with the legendary spear serving as his only backup plan in case things go wrong.

The unexpected duo’s trip into the spiritual realm begins only after Ushio and Tora first encounter. Ushio will discover how real and dangerous the supernatural realm can be while wielding the mythical Beast Spear!

 

40. Rage of Bahamut: Genesis

 

INFORMATION
Title	Rage of Bahamut: Genesis
Genre	Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	MAPPA
Premiered	2014
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 In a world where gods and demons coexist with humans, the legendary dragon Bahamut wreaked disaster on Mistarcia many millennia ago. The competing deities united to seal Bahamut in order to save the world, and they decided to divide the key amongst themselves in order to keep the dragon imprisoned forever.

To bounty hunters such as Favaro Leone, it is time to go back in business now that the world has been spared from Bahamut’s devastation. The unethical Favaro pursues his business while leading a carefree, self-centered lifestyle while hiding from Kaisar Lidfard, another bounty hunter who vows revenge on Favaro. But when Favaro encounters Amira, a strange person who possesses one-half of the seal to the nation’s unstable peace, his easy going lifestyle is shattered.

In Rage of Bahamut: Genesis, a group of unexpected heroes are forced to choose their own destiny in the wake of an impending storm after being embroiled in an epic battle between gods and demons.

 

39. Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan

 

INFORMATION
Title	Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan
Genre	Action, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2010
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Nura Rikuo is considered as the Nura Clan’s young master. He is born as a half-human and half-yokai. Despite yokais being  believed to be bloodthirsty spirits or demons, Nura accepted them just like a family. But even though as a part-youkai, he still strives to live as a normal person.

 However, a normal life is not possible for him as there are many yokai enemies that lurk out there that may attack his human friends. Rikuo will have to accept his destiny as a master of the Nura Clan and lead his army of yokais to battle one day.

 Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan was an anime that aired last 2010 and had 24 episodes. It was adapted from a manga of the same title.

 

38. Chrono Crusade

 

INFORMATION
Title	Chrono Crusade
Genre	Action, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Gonzo
Premiered	2003
Episodes	24
Duration	23 min. per ep

 The organization called the Order of Magdalene was created to defeat the increasing number of demons emerging in the country of America during the 1920s. One of the members is Chrono and Rosette Christopher and although they are known to be impressive in finishing their jobs, they quite leave one heck of a mess in the city.

Chrno Crusade tells the story of Rosette who decided to join the Order of Magdalene in order to search for her long-lost brother who was abducted by demons. The two team up as they share a common goal: to defeat the great demon, Aion and to finally reunite Rosette with her brother.

 

37. Natsume Yuujinchou

 

INFORMATION
Title	Natsume Yuujinchou
Genre	Drama, Slice of Life, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Brain’s Base
Premiered	2008
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

Takashi Natsume was born with the ability to see mysterious beings called youkai. Due to this, he  moved from one foster family to another until there was no one left to adopt him. He has gradually distanced himself from his current caregivers and classmates since he has come to terms with the fact that no one will ever believe him.

There was a time that Natsume unexpectedly releases Madara, a powerful spirit that takes the appearance of a lucky cat, when he mistakenly destroys an invisible barrier. Madara gives him the Book of Friends, it is a book written by his grandmother when she was alive that contains yokais that her grandmother sealed. With no interest in the book’s capabilities, he simply keeps the book while Madara acts as Natsume’s bodyguard.

 

36. Fairy Gone

 

INFORMATION
Title	Fairy Gone
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	P.A. Works
Premiered	2019
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

 In this world, fairies are used as weapons to be used for war and battle. Originally, fairies used to live by possessing animals until humanity discovered that removing these animal organs and implanting them inside the body of a human can give humanity a fighting chance in their wars. This implant will give humans supernatural abilities to summon fairies and wield it as their weapon, making them Fairy Soldiers.

The story takes place after the war and focuses on the main character, Mariya. She is a member of the organization, Dorothea, and she is tasked to solve crimes that include the use of fairies. Despite the war being finished, terrorists and criminals are still on the rise, and it is up to her bring justice to these people.

 

35. Maoujou de Oyasumi

 

INFORMATION
Title	Maoujou de Oyasumi
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Doga Kobo
Premiered	2020
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

The castle of the demon lord Tasogare is known to be a scary place that is full of frightening demons and anyone who is imprisoned here is bound to live in fear with creatures that lurk within… or so it is believed and that doesn’t seem to be the case for Princess Syalis. Syalis was a princess who was kidnapped from the kingdom but after the incident she doesn’t worry about  anything but one thing and that is sleep.

She never cares about the demons nor their frightening castle, if she sees a place where she can sleep, she sleeps. Just what kind of comedic plot awaits us in this anime?

 

34. Hozuki No Reitetsu

 

INFORMATION
Title	Hozuki No Reitetsu
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Wit Studio
Premiered	2014
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

  It is business as usual and operations are running smoothly for the Demon King, Enma. He considers Hell as a place to do business by fixing problems of others that reside within it. This story also includes the many faces of demons in the famous Japanese folklore and one of these demons may become one of his clients. Follow the Demon King’s everyday life here in Hoozuki No Reitetsu!

Houzuki no Reitetsu is an anime with 13 episodes long and eventually had a 2nd season with 2 cours. It was aired last 2014 and was adapted from a manga of the same title.

 

33. Dance with the Devils

 

INFORMATION
Title	Dance with the Devils
Genre	Fantasy, Romance
Type	Series
Studio	Brain’s Base
Premiered	2015
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

Dance with the Devils tells the story of Ritsuka Tachibana as she is called in by her school’s Student Council for breaking the school regulations. The student council members Rem, Urie, Shike, Mage interrogated her altogether with bad intentions. Her life gets more ruined as her mother got kidnapped and got involved in a battle between demons and vampires!

Ritsuka eventually learns of her connection to a relic called the Grimoire and obtaining this relic will give whoever obtains it the power to be the world’s ruler. At this point, can Ritsuka even trust anyone even with the return of her brother? Watch her destiny unfolds in Dance with the Devils!

 

32. Makai Ouji: Devils and Realist

 

INFORMATION
Title	Makai Ouji: Devils and Realist
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Doga Kobo
Premiered	2013
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 William Twining is a teenager known for his love for the subject, Modern Science but unfortunately his family has reached the point of bankruptcy whilst unable to support his tuition. As he begins to search for sellable items in their mansion, he stumbles upon a secret room. Somehow, he mistakenly summoned Dantalion, a demon and the Grand Duke of Hell.

William was informed that he is actually a descendant of  King Solomon and has the right to be its successor of the underworld! Realizing that this is too much to take in, William does not believe any of it and with this ignorance he never realized that he is about to be involved in a war that involves Hell and Heaven.

 

31. Somali and the Forest Spirit

INFORMATION
Title	Somali and the Forest Spirit
Genre	Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Slice of Life
Type	Series
Studio	Satelight, HORNETS
Premiered	2020
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

In this world, humans are treated as outsiders while demons, and other extraordinary creatures are the ones living the normal life. One day, the humans started a war against these creatures but ended up being defeated  Now the remaining humans are now getting hunted to be devoured by the demons and monsters.

Somali and the Forest Spirit tells the story of a lone child, Somali who was adopted by a forest spirit named Golem. Together, they go on an adventure to bring Somali back to her parents assuming that they were still alive.

This anime last aired in 2020 with 12 episodes long and it was also adapted from a web manga series of the same title.

30. D. Gray-Man

INFORMATION
Title	D. Gray-Man
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy
Type	Series
Studio	TMS Entertainment
Premiered	2006
Episodes	103
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Gray-Man tells the story of Allen Walker, an exorcist who deals with demons known as Akuma. After he was trained by his mentor, Cross Marian, he decided to join the organization called Black Order. The Black Order is an agency where exorcists take on missions to help other people on akuma-related mysteries.

Allen Walker proves his worth as an exorcist and a sworn member of the Black Order as he and his friends—Kanda, Lenalee, and his fellow exorcists get involved with the organization’s sworn enemy, The Millennium Earl. Tragedies and revelations start to unfold as Allen Walker discovers his origins and true powers in D. Gray-Man!

Gray-Man is a long-running series with over 100 episodes! It also had a 2nd season several years later titled, D. Gray-Man Hallow.

 

29. Devil May Cry: The Animated

INFORMATION
Title	Devil May Cry: The Animated
Genre	Action, Horror, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Madhouse
Premiered	2007
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Devil May Cry: The Animated is an anime adaptation from the hit video game of the same title, Devil May Cry and was produced by Studio Madhouse last 2007.

Just like from the original video game, it follows the story of Dante, a demon hunter in the middle of a financial crisis. Dante is also a mercenary and only takes jobs that only involve supernatural demons. Apart from that, a new character was also added in the anime named Morrison, he is Dante’s agent and always keeps him updated when he finds new work for Dante

 

28. Kemono Jihen

INFORMATION
Title	Kemono Jihen
Genre	Action, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Ajia-Do
Premiered	2021
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Kohachi Inugami is a detective who is tasked to investigate weird occurrences and this time he encounters a dead animal not far from the village. Apart from that, he also encounters a young boy called “Doratobo”, and together they uncover supernatural murders that will eventually lead them to something more than what they expect!

 

27. Mononoke

INFORMATION
Title	Mononoke
Genre	Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Toei Animation
Premiered	2007
Episodes	12
Duration	22 min. per ep

Not to confuse you guys but this is not the Studio Ghibli film, Princess Mononoke that we’re talking about. This one right here is a completely different one and it focuses on ghosts, mysteries, and psychological horror.

A strange occult master is known as the “Medicine Seller” who roams feudal Japan in quest of evil demons known as “Mononoke” to slaughter them. He cannot just simply kill these spirits when he finds it but instead, he must first understand its Form, Truth, and Reason to be able to use his powerful Exorcism Sword to finish it for good.

The Medicine Seller will encounter more supernatural beings and investigate these creatures to defeat them so if you want more of these types of stories, then this should be the one for you!

26. Kamisama Hajimemashita

INFORMATION
Title	Kamisama Hajimemashita
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	TMS Entertainment
Premiered	2012
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

Nanami Momozono who lives with a family suffering in immense debt. Eventually she encounters a dog in need and decides to help the poor animal. To show the dog’s gratitude, he offers a shrine for her to live in, but refuses. Later on, two spirits appear named, Tomoe and Mikage and upon realizing that she was sent to the shrine to become a temporary god, Tomoe instantly leaves in refusal to Nanami being treated as a god despite being human.

Even though the two have bad chemistry together, they have to help each other as a god and as a familiar in order to maintain their shrine. What kind of trouble awaits these two as they encounter more youkais and monsters in the future!?

 

25. Hellsing

INFORMATION
Title	Hellsing
Genre	Action, Horror, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Gonzo
Premiered	2001
Episodes	13
Duration	23 min. per ep

Hellsing is an organization with an expertise on dealing with threats that are considered as supernatural. Wingate Hellsing’s top assassin, Alucard, is his best asset when it comes to dealing with demons. Alucard is a vampire who uses guns as weapons to extinguish his enemies.

In the middle of a fight in Cheddar, Alucard stumbles upon an injured police woman named Seras. As her wound slowly drags her to death, Alucard offers her two options: to die or live as a vampire. Seras took the latter and became a vampire and got accepted as one of Hellsing’s members in his organization. Together, they fight against humans and vampires that cause havoc in the world.

 

24. Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan – Demon Capital

INFORMATION
Title	Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan – Demon Capital
Genre	Action, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2011
Episodes	24
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan – Demon Capital is the 2nd season of the series with the same title. It follows the path of Nura Rikuo to becoming a great leader of the Nura Clan and this time he faces more formidable yokai enemies than before!

In this season, Nura will be more challenged  than ever as he faces the return of Hagoromo Gitsune, a demon fox and is the leader of the Kyoto Yokai. Upon realizing that his strength is nowhere near to defeating Hagoromo, he will need to undergo immense training and unleash his true power as the grandson of the great youkai, Nurarihyon. The fate of the world lies on the outcome of the upcoming war between the Kyoto Yokai and the Nura Clan.

 

23. Kamisama Hajimemashita Season 2

INFORMATION
Title	Kamisama Hajimemashita Season 2
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	TMS Entertainment
Premiered	2015
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Kamisama Hajimemashita continues the daily life of Nanami Momozono as the temporary god of her shrine. It is the 2nd season of the series of the same title.

This time, Nanami is invited to the Divine Assembly of Izumo, a place where the gods reside, and is accompanied by Mizuki while Tomoe, her familiar, disguises as Nanami to attend school in her place. She only has one thing in mind as she sets out to Izumo and that is to search for Lord Mikage, the missing god of her shrine. She will also face more problems as she deals with the tengu race due to a tyrant on the rise in their clan. 

 

 22. Shinmai Maou No Testament

INFORMATION
Title	Shinmai Maou No Testament
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Romance, Ecchi
Type	Series
Studio	Production IMS
Premiered	2015
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

Basara Toujou just earned himself two new step siblings in his family namely, Mio and Maria and it turns out that they didn’t really have a good chemistry together which would seem pretty bad.

It is later revealed that his sisters are actually demons in which Mio is the daughter of a Demon Lord while Maria is a succubus. This becomes a much more complicated matter when Basara also reveals that he was a member of the Heroes clan, a clan who fights against demons. But even so, despite being different races, Basara decided to protect his sisters from unknown forces such as dangerous demons!

Shinmai Maou No Testament also had a second season of the same title, Shinmai Maou No Testament Burst which was released in 2015.

         

21. Highschool DxD

INFORMATION
Title	Highschool DxD
Genre	Anime, Ecchi, Comedy, Adventure, Action
Type	Series
Studio	TNK
Premiered	2012
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Issei Hyoudou is a student who meets his unfortunate early death but is also reincarnated by a devil named Rias Gremory. Rias is the president of the Occult Research Club and recruits Issei as one of its new members.

Now that Issei is now reincarnated as a devil, he now has a goal of becoming the top-ranked Devil and achieving his dream of becoming a… harem king. Well, you read that right and I mean he is a perverted high schooler after all. He later manages to wield a relic called the Sacred Gear which he can use to face supernatural threats!

 

20. Inuyasha

INFORMATION
Title	Inuyasha
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Sunrise
Premiered	2000
Episodes	167
Duration	24 min. per ep

Kagome Higurashi’s life has completely changed when she suddenly fell in a well while getting pulled in by a random demon. She is now brought into a different world swarmed with demons and other vicious creatures.

Soon, she meets a half-demon who goes by the name, Inuyasha and mistakens her for the shrine maiden, Kikyou. Eventually, the Shikon Jewel that Kagome carries gets destroyed and its pieces got scattered around the world. Now Kagome and Inuyasha has a mission to retrieve the missing pieces before anyone does and if anyone manages to get its hands on it, dire consequences await. Together, they go on an epic adventure as they meet new friends along the way in Inuyasha!

 

19. Devilman: Crybaby

INFORMATION
Title	Devilman: Crybaby
Genre	Action, Avant Garde, Horror, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Science SARU
Premiered	2018
Episodes	10
Duration	25 min. per ep

Devilman: Crybaby is one hell of a movie that you definitely shouldn’t miss out on! It shows to be a very gory and serious anime while the characters beat up all sorts of demons!

Devilman tells the story of Akira Fudou who goes to a party with his friend, Ryou Asuka. The party they went to is one of the most indecent ones you’ll ever see and eventually demons attacked them and took over the party people! It turns out that Ryou is not an exception to this danger and Akira stumbles upon a devil named Amon who he combines with in order to save his friend.

Now that Akira has the power of a Devilman, he now has the capability to either destroy the world or save the humans from demons!

18. Blood Lad

INFORMATION
Title	Blood Lad
Genre	Action, Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Brain’s Base
Premiered	2013
Episodes	10
Duration	24 min. per ep

 He is known to be ruthless, a monster who yearns for blood, and the big boss of the Demon World’s Eastern District but except for one thing… he is an otaku. His name is Staz Charlie Blood, and he is a lowkey otaku who’s not actually interested in blood at all! Part of his everyday life is simply reading manga, watching anime, and playing games.

When a girl accidentally falls through a portal that leads to the demon world, she eventually meets Staz. The girl’s name is Fuyumi Yanagi and she meets an early death when the demon world gets attacked. But that’s not the end yet for Fuyumi as she turns into a wandering ghost and together, they go on an unexpected adventure to search for a way to resurrect Fuyumi!      

 

17. In Spectre

INFORMATION
Title	In Spectre
Genre	Mystery, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Brain’s Base
Premiered	2020
Episodes	12
Duration	24 min. per ep

Kotoko Iwanaga is a mediator called the “God of Wisdom”. Her role is to keep the peace between youkai and humans and solve any supernatural threats that she encounters. One day, Kotoko went to the hospital to visit Kurou Sakuragawa, Kotoko has special feelings for Kurou but she also senses something supernatural emanating from him. With this, Kotoko asks him to team up with her in dealing with youkais.

Together as a team, they solve supernatural threats that go against them as they encounter a creature so strong and sinister that they never expected at all.

Kyokou Suiri aired last 2020 with 12 episodes and its 2nd season was announced to be released in 2023! So, it’s not too late to catch up on it if you want to get started with this anime!

16. Maoyu

INFORMATION
Title	Maoyu
Genre	Adventure, Fantasy, Romance
Type	Series
Studio	Arms
Premiered	2013
Episodes	12
Duration	23 min. per ep

Mayou is a romance story between the Hero and the Demon Queen, and it started off with a war of humans fighting against the demons. As the Hero infiltrates the castle where the Demon Queen awaits, he is struck by her beauty. Unexpectedly, she also asked the Hero for help but since they are in the middle of war, the Hero refuses because of the various nations getting destroyed.

Instead, she presents the Hero with a plan and puts an end to the war while giving the Southern Nations another hope, although she will require the Hero’s help to make this happen. The Hero agrees to her plan and now former enemies are now partners in a conquest to bring peace to the world!

 

15. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

 

INFORMATION
Title	That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
Genre	Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	8bit
Premiered	2018
Episodes	24
Duration	23 min. per ep

Satoru Mikami is a salaryman living an ordinary life in Tokyo. He meets an unfortunate end where he got stabbed by some random thugs and suffered a fatal injury. As he slowly dies, he hears a voice echoing random words he couldn’t understand.

He wakes up eventually and finds himself in a different world. He also noticed that he took the form of a slime! He discovers new abilities with his new form such as being able to swallow just about anything and disguise their looks. He also meets the creature called Storm Dragon who wreaked havoc 300 years ago and has been sealed away for ages. The dragon goes by the name of Veldora and grants the slime his new name, Rimuru Tempest. With his new form and identity, he goes on an adventure into the unknown world.

 

14. Dororo

INFORMATION
Title	Dororo
Genre	Action, Adventure, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Tezuka Productions, MAPPA
Premiered	2019
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

The story of with Daigo Kagemitsu, a samurai with a land that is about to die. He prays to the buddhas and demons hoping that they might be able to save his land. Miraculously, it happened, and he was able to fulfill all of his desires after they were answered by the 12 demons. But every action has its own consequences, in his case, it cost him his son of his limbs, and other body parts. The son is still alive; however, he was tossed away into the river like nothing.

The son was rescued by a doctor and installed him prosthetics to be able to survive. As he grows up, he kills the demons who offered  him as a sacrificial lamb. Every demon he kills, a part of his body is returned to him. He soon encounters a kid who goes by the name, Dororo, and together they struggle to survive in a world so cruel and infested by demons.

 

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13. Soul Eater

 

INFORMATION
Title	Soul Eater
Genre	Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Bones
Premiered	2008
Episodes	51
Duration	23 min. per ep

Soul Eater introduces you to a place called Death City and its well-known academy, Death Weapon Meister Academy. In this school, they train Death Scythes who will be used to fight against the unknown forces in their world. These Death Scythes can also have the capability to change into Demon Weapons once they have devoured 99 demonic creatures and a soul of a witch.

The story focuses on the duo, Evans and Maka. Evans is a demon scythe who dreams of becoming a Death Scythe with his wielder, Maka. Together with their fellow friends from the academy, they go on missions of collecting souls while becoming protectors of their city from unknown forces.

 

12. Beelzebub

INFORMATION
Title	Beelzebub
Genre	Action, Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Pierrot Plus
Premiered	2011
Episodes	60
Duration	24 min. per ep

Tatsumi Oga is one of the delinquents from Ishiyama High and he is known to be a fierce fighter despite being just a freshman in high school.

His life turns into a crazy one until he encounters a floating man by the river. The floating man’s body splits open and reveals a baby called Beelzebub IV or Baby Beel for short and is the next heir after the Demon Lord!

Soon, Oga encounters the Demon Lord’s demon maid, Hildegard. They raise the future Demon Lord together despite ironically, being a delinquent. To add to that, Oga is also given newfound powers and these powers are so demonic that he can use this to protect the young master from delinquents and possible supernatural threats!

 

11. Demon Slayer

INFORMATION
Title	Demon Slayer
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	Ufotable
Premiered	2019
Episodes	26
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Kamado Tanjirou spends his normal day going into a nearby town to sell charcoal and help his family to make some money. As night arrives, he is forced to stay at a stranger’s house due to demons hunting for human flesh at night. The following day, he goes back home only to find the corpses of the rest of his family. His mother and sibling are ally brutally murdered by the demons except for his one little sister, Nezuko.

Nezuko has turned into a demon but is still able to control her demonic urges somehow. He swore to take revenge on the murderer of his family and protect his demon sister from harm. As he goes on a journey, he encounters Giyuu, a demon slayer, who persuaded him to join the Demon Slayer Corps, and this is where Tanjirou’s destiny as a demon slayer begins.

 

10. Demon Slayer Movie: Mugen Train

INFORMATION
Title	Demon Slayer Movie: Mugen Train
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Movie
Studio	Ufotable
Premiered	2020
Episodes	1
Duration	1 hr. 56 min

Mugen Train is the next arc and a direct sequel to the 1st season of Demon Slayer. Tanjirou, Zenitsu, and Inosuke ride atrain with a possible threat that is unknown to them. They also encounter the Flame Pillar, Kyojurou Rengoku, in the train while taking his meal. As disappearances of people started in the train, their suspicions grew that a demonic threat is the one that could be behind this.

Watch the arc unfolds as formidable new enemies start to appear and sacrifices are made to save their allies in this movie!

Fun Fact: This movie has earned over $500 million and is the highest grossing film in 2020 making it the biggest Japanese movie in history. This just goes to show that anime can make such a big impact on the world and especially to the film industry.

9. Hell Girl

INFORMATION
Title	Hell Girl
Genre	Horror, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Studio Deen
Premiered	2005
Episodes	26
Duration	25 min. per ep

  Dark rumors have been spreading around Japan about a website that is only accessible at midnight. This website will allow you to input a name of the person who you want to seek revenge on and if you do a spirit named, Enma Ai will appear before you to forge a contract with.

Jigoku Shoujo is a spooky series with disturbing scenes that will get you really weirded out. Unlike any other anime, this show focuses on different characters every episode. The only consistent one here is Enma Ai who appears every episode to do the job for her clients who are seeking revenge.

 

8. Black Butler

INFORMATION
Title	Black Butler
Genre	Action, Comedy, Mystery, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	A-1 Pictures
Premiered	2008
Episodes	24
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Ciel Phantomhive is a teenage boy who became the head of the Phantomhive family after his parents, Vincent and Rachel passed away. He also has a loyal assistant butler Sebastian Michaelis who is capable of just about anything. Sebastian has the prowess that not any normal human could attain to have and that is because he is actually a demon.

In the past, Ciel formed a contract with him to be his butler and I’d say it’s pretty worth it! He got a lot of skills which makes him almost a perfect butler. As you follow along their story, you will get to see them solve mysteries along with the new people they encounter!

 

7. The Devil is a Part-Timer

INFORMATION
Title	The Devil is a Part-Timer
Genre	Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	White Fox
Premiered	2013
Episodes	13
Duration	24 min. per ep

As Satan executes his plan to claim the land of Ente Isla with his army of demons, they are brought into a war against Emilia. With Emilia’s strength, Satan and his armies are forced to retreat while accidentally landing in a portal that leads to the human realm. Now the demon lord and his subordinate, Alsiel are now stuck in a different world with no possibility of going back to their home realm.

Satan also realizes that this is an opportunity to conquer Earth by climbing through the society’s ranks. He chose to stay on Earth and began working a part-time job at a fast-food restaurant! Unexpected move for a demon lord but this anime will focus on the everyday life of Satan who now goes by the name of Sadao Maou as a part-time worker!

 

6. Fate/Grand Order: Absolute Demonic Front – Babylonia

INFORMATION
Title	Fate/Grand Order: Absolute Demonic Front – Babylonia
Genre	Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	CloverWorks
Premiered	2019
Episodes	21
Duration	23 min. per ep

Fujimaru Ritsuka and Shielder class, Mash Kyrielight continues their journey in fixing the 7 singularities before Earth meets its extinction. This time, they go to Mesopotamia during the Age of the Gods, and this is also their 7th singularity. In order to fix this singularity, they will need to have to obtain the Holy Grail which is the main cause of the destruction of their timeline.

Here, they encounter demonic beasts that are thirsty to kill humans and destroy their lands. This led the people to live in Uruk, a formidable fortress that is led by none other than King Gilgamesh. Unlike other Gilgamesh versions from other Fate series, the one we have right here is a much wiser and more dependable version of him. Ritsuka and Mash seek Gilgamesh’s help to fix the singularity along with the other surviving Heroic Spirits.

Follow the Chaldea members on their mission to defeat goddesses and a primordial god that is soon to awaken in Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front – Babylonia!

 

5. Blue Exorcist

INFORMATION
Title	Blue Exorcist
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	A-1 Pictures
Premiered	2011
Episodes	25
Duration	24 min. per ep

Okumura Rin is a high schooler who got attacked by demons one day. He later discovers that he is a son of Demon Lord, Satan who plans to use him as a vessel to conquer the world of Assiah. Rin did not like his father’s motives and so he trained to become an exorcist in order to stray from the path that his father wants him to be.

Instead of wreaking havoc in Assiah, he teams up with his brother, Yukio, to defend their world from demons instead. As you follow them along the way, they will encounter new friends, rivals, and strong enemies that stand in their way!

 

4. Claymore

INFORMATION
Title	Claymore
Genre	Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Madhouse
Premiered	2007
Episodes	26
Duration	23 min. per ep

  Being a Claymore means that an individual is a half-breed of human and youma. Youma are demons who can change their appearance and stalk humans as their prey. The anime tells the story of Clare, a Claymore, who rescues a village from being destroyed by a rampaging youma. She eventually meets Raki, and having nowhere else to go, Clare allowed Raki to accompany her in her travels.

They visit different towns and taking down youma until they reach the point where almost all youma are destroyed. The only youma she is going to deal with is the one whom she is harboring her vengeful feelings for.

 

3. Yu Yu Hakusho

INFORMATION
Title	Yu Yu Hakusho
Genre	Action, Comedy, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	Pierrot
Premiered	1992
Episodes	112
Duration	24 min. per ep

 Yuusuke Urameshi is a teenage boy with no goal in life. One day, he saves the life of a kid who is about to get run down by a car. His sacrifice made the spirit realm decided that it is too early for him to die and so they gave him a chance to live again by giving him various tasks to finish. He now becomes a Spirit Detective and with the aid of Botan, a death god, they face evil beings together!

He also recruited Kuwabara along with demons, Kurama and Hiei to accompany him in his trainings and fights against the forces of evil!

 

2. Berserk

INFORMATION
Title	Berserk
Genre	Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Supernatural
Type	Series
Studio	OLM
Premiered	1997
Episodes	25
Duration	25 min. per ep

Berserk tells the story of Guts and the famous, Black Swordsman. He takes on quests that give him the highest bounty to get the most money he needs to survive in this cruel world. Eventually, he meets Griffith and becomes Guts’s new rival. They soon became trusted subordinates as they join the Band of the Falcons. Combined with Guts’s immense strength and Griffith’s intellect nothing can stand in their way until they encounter something far more sinister that will turn Guts’s life upside down.

 

1.  Jujutsu Kaisen

INFORMATION
Title	Jujutsu Kaisen
Genre	Action, Fantasy
Type	Series
Studio	MAPPA
Premiered	2020
Episodes	24
Duration	23 min. per ep

 Yuuji Itadori is nothing but an ordinary high school until encounter a cursed finger that he knows nothing of. Soon after, he and his friends from the Occult Research Club got attacked by a demon known as Curses. They are materialized beings formed from human negativity. They are later saved by Megumi, a Jujutsu sorcerer, and faces off with the demon. As Megumi’s skills are not strong enough to defeat the demon, Yuuji swallows the cursed finger and summons Sukuna Ryoumen as his split-personality. Ryuuji gains newfound power and is able to use it to defeat the Curse.

Later on, he is introduced to a special academy known as Tokyo Metropolitan Jujutsu Technical High School. It is a school for aspiring Jujutsu Sorcerers, and this is where Yuuji will get to take control of his new powers as a sorcerer.

 

CONCLUSION

Whew! That was a looong ride we had back there, and you definitely should have found at least one or two that you might want to watch after reading this article! If you ask me, I’d say this is really packed with a lot of good ones. And so, that’s all for now for the most recommended demon animes!

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