Kyoto Animation Anime: List of Best Series & Movies

What are some of the best anime series and movies from Kyoto Animation? This studio was founded in 1985 and has brought us a lot of iconic and beloved anime to watch. Here is a guide on a list of some of the best series and movies from Kyoto Animation.

List of the best Kyoto Animation anime shows and movies

Kyoto Animation is known for bringing us a lot of series and movies that make viewers feel very deeply. With both wholesomely comedic and heartwarming series, KyoAni shows that anime doesn’t always need a lot of action to tell a wonderful story.

  • Clannad
    • Clannad is probably one of the most popular anime from Kyoto Animation. The drama and romance will surely hit you with the feels.
  • K-On!
    • K-On is a must-watch for any fan who enjoys watching slice of life. It’s a wonderful and wholesome tale of friendship, music, and girlhood.
  • Nichijou
    • Nichijou is another slice-of-life series, although it’s leaning more toward an absurd comedy type of show. This will surely make you laugh multiple times because of how ridiculous it is.
  • Free!
    • Free is perfect for someone who enjoys sports anime. While the series was never confirmed to be a BL (boys’ love), a lot of BL enthusiasts say that this show is heavily BL-coded.
  • Sound! Euphonium
    • Sound Euphonium is a series that will take you to the magical world of music. Anyone who watches this will definitely fall in love with the characters.
  • Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid
    • This is an adorable show that uses the found family trope. It has some undertones of GL (girls’ love) and the relationships that develop here are cute to watch.
  • Hyouka
    • If you want to follow a series where the characters solve various mysteries, then Hyouka is for you. Many fans say it’s a masterpiece of a series.
  • A Silent Voice
    • Prepare to tear up when you watch A Silent Voice. It tackles a lot of emotional topics, so be sure to check trigger warnings.
  • Liz and the Blue Bird
    • If you love Sound Euphonium, you’ll love this spin-off movie that will take you through a whirlwind of emotions. It will be a touching experience.

For more anime lists aside from Kyoto Animation, check out our guide on new romance anime coming in 2024.

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