Being an anime and BL fan, what could be better than having the best of both worlds? This is why when BL animes began to hit the screen, nothing could stop their overwhelming popularity with fans. Bringing characters from the pages of our beloved mangas, or creating a plot that has us mesmerised, these animes bring beautiful animations while conveying the love between the characters in an enchanting way.
But if you are a BL fan and haven’t really checked out these animes, then worry not for we bring to you recommendations that will guide you on this journey. Let’s begin!
10 BL Animes You Need to Watch!
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Bringing a gripping story of loss, pain, heartbreak, and coming to terms with the truth, this is a story filled with everything you could ask for along with undeniably beautiful music. This anime brings a plot that serves as an experience for BL fans as well as for anyone looking to watch a good anime. A must-watch on this list!
The plot revolves around a band and its new singer who deals with a loss but begins his journey to freedom from this pain with their help. The band’s guitarist is hell-bent on having him in their band and guides the singer out of his pain.
Sasaki to Miyano
When a fan of boy love mange sees his reality becoming the plot of one, we get a wholesome journey that is sure to leave us wanting more. This is an anime that holds these elements while keeping the speed of the plot just right to let us enjoy every bit of the show. A quick watch that you cannot ignore because sometimes we just need things to be beautiful this way.
The plot follows a young man who reads boy-love manga while worrying about his soft face. However, his life soon changes when he comes across the school delinquent who brings his manga love stories to life.
Dakaichi oko 1-i ni Odosarete Imasu
Bringing an entertaining plot that is sure to not leave a moment’s boredom, this is a show that will put a smile on your face. But beware that this anime can get addictive for some viewers because that’s just how entertaining the plot of this anime is. Bringing light competition along with ups and downs, this is an anime you need to watch.
The plot follows a veteran actor whose place as the number one in the industry is disrupted by a newcomer. If this wasn’t enough, he soon finds himself in the middle of a scandal with the said actor.
Tadaima Okaieri
A heartwarming anime is what we all need once in a while and this one will bring what we need in the little home of gay parents and their everyday life. This show is like a warm hug to every BL fan, or even a romance lover while bringing a wholesome plot of the couple’s struggle against prejudice.
The plot follows the everyday life of gay parents as they raise their young son. As the two navigate through societal prejudice each day, this plot brings a positive setting with a calm and heartwarming theme.
Yuri on Ice
While the focus of this anime is on figure skating, this is one of the most well-known shows that cannot be left out of this list. Bringing an enticing plot with beautiful performances by the characters, this is a show that broke many hearts when the studio animating it cancelled the show. But that doesn’t leave behind the fact that this is a must-watch even today.
The plot follows a figure skater on the brink of retirement when two newcomers reignite the fire in his heart. As training begins for the two, feelings emerge and soon turn the story into a romance that sparks you up like fireworks.
Heaven Official’s Blessing
While this is a Chinese anime, this is a show that cannot be missed! From absolute faith and loyalty to pain like no other, this show brings a fulfilling plot that goes beyond just being a BL anime. This is a show that is simply beautiful to watch as it brings various genres together to give you an experience like no other.
The plot follows a disgraced crown prince, a deity who has been sent to the mortal realm to exorcise ghosts. There he meets a mysterious demon king and there begins their journey to uncovering the dark secrets of the heavenly gods.
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation
Another Chinese anime is on this list which once again deserves its place. Written by the same writer as Heaven Official’s Blessing, this is another wholesome anime that brings fantasy and thrill into a BL anime. The plot may not highlight the BL aspect of the show, but the chemistry between the characters is undeniable and makes you want to run to read the original work (it’s worth it).
The plot follows a young genius who becomes the founder of demonic cultivation. However, when the world’s hate ends his life, he returns 16 years later to solve mysteries from the time of his previous life. Joining him on this journey is another prominent cultivator who has waited for him all this time.
Stranger on the Beach
BL animes have some of the best plots and this anime is just another one of them. This anime in particular comes with an age gap that might not settle well with some viewers (so beware). However, that doesn’t deny its smoothly put-together plot that comes with some beautiful animation.
The plot follows a young boy who finds himself falling for a stranger he often sees sitting on a bench on the beach. However, an abrupt goodbye leaves him behind with these feelings until three years later the two meet once again. There begins a story of love that smoothly progresses.
Hitorijime My Hero
Forbidden love and a school romance troupe is sure to give you all the plot twists that you need and this anime is the perfect place to go. This anime is well-plotted and brings some interesting character development that keeps you hooked until the end. The show is worth the watch if you are ready to go through some depressive elements as well.
The plot follows a young boy whose belief in heroes is reignited when a young man saves him from neighbourhood bullies. But the change has just begun as he soon finds out that his saviour is his math teacher in school. As feelings begin to develop between the two, an old friend of his teacher brings another change to the story.
Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard
Finally, we bring to you another entertainer who is sure to bring a smile to your face. Bringing a journey of self-love and acceptance, this is a plot that is sure to leave you happy for a long time. This is the very reason why this anime also has a Japanese and Thai drama version because that’s how much fans have loved the plot.
The plot follows a young office worker who develops the ability to read minds upon touch on his 30th birthday. This magic soon leads him to find out that the ace of their office has a crush on him and there begins a journey of love that is everything you’d want to see this year.
Which of these animes are you watching next? Let us know in the comments below!
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