The best animation studios that specialize in romance

An age-old genre that has endured throughout time, spanning every medium known to man, romance is not something to be taken lightly. Romance has always been important in the world of anime, from classics like Toradora and You Lie in April to modern pictures like Suzume and Insomniacs After School, there are plenty of choices for the hungry.

The studios behind these creations also deserve praise. Whether it's CoMix Wave featuring another Makoto Shinkai classic, or Kyoto Animation bringing another heartwarming story to the screen, there are plenty of big names in the industry that any romance anime fan should know about.

8 Silver link

Good prank for the fans

• Established: 2007
• Featured titles: Kokoro Connect, Masamune's Revenge, Otome Game
• MAL:Silver link

Not all romances consumed by audiences are attractive. Complicated storylines with great romantic undertones, intense chemistry between the two leads, and twists on the tried and tested formula are the ingredients of a truly great romance. However, there is something that is even more important: drama!

Spice is the key to having a great time, and the spicier the conditions, the better! This is the philosophy adopted by most of the romance anime in the SILVER LINK catalog. SILVER LINK is a relatively new company, founded in 2007, and its titles are a mix of life, drama, and compelling romance.

7 Studio feeling

Lots of romantic comedies

• Established: 2002
• Featured titles: Orgairo, tsuki ga kiri, restore our lives
• MAL:Studio feeling

Romance can be dramatic and intense, or it can be lighthearted and heartwarming. The second is the kind that is felt in the works of the studio, the 2002 studio that still exists. They're not as established as some of the other romance-oriented studios, but they have a lot of solid titles that allow them to pull their weight in the industry.

Their best show is undoubtedly Oregairu. Their animation quality isn't necessarily the most stunning or amazing, but it's not bad by any means. Tsuki ga Kirei, a studio-only anime, is hailed as one of the most realistic depictions of high school romance.

6 JC staff

Producer of classic works

• Established: 1986
• Featured titles: Golden Time, Sakurasu's pet daughter, Sama's servant, Toradora
• MAL: JC staff

One of the giants of the anime industry, JC Staff is a household name that has been around for as long as any fan can remember. They are timeless studio classics like Toradora, Kaicho and Mid-Sama! and Sakurasu's pet daughter.

Most of the romance anime that this studio creates are humorous. They don't just focus on romance, there are also many comedies and fantasy anime in their lineup, such as KonoSuba, Shokugeki no Souma, and Saiku Kusuo. Long story short, they initially have a humorous approach to their shows.

5 TMS Entertainment

May the best girl win

• Established: 1946
• Featured titles: Fruit basket, ReLIFE, Girlfriend rental
• MAL: TMS Entertainment

TMS Entertainment is a longtime player in the anime industry and is the animation arm of the Sega Group. Founded in 1946, the studio is best known for classics like Lupine the Third and Detective Conan, which have romantic subplots, but more often than not romance.

However, TMS has one of the best romance shows in all of anime, Fruit Basket. More surprisingly, Rent-a-Girlfriend was also one of the most entertaining harem shows in recent memory.

4 Kyoto animation

Beautiful animation with heart-warming stories

• Established: 1985
• Featured titles: Hyouka, Clannad, Silent Voice, Violet Evergarden, Love, Chunbyo and other illusions
• MAL:Kyoto animation

Kyoto Animation, one of the more recognized names in the world of animation production, prefers quality over quantity. During their nearly 40-year tenure in the industry, they've produced only about 30 seasons and 30 movies, but every single project they've worked on has been a treat for the senses.

Whether it's the hauntingly beautiful tale of Violet Evergarden, the fluffy and warm tale of A Silent Voice, or even the classic charm of Love, Chunibyo and Other Delusions, there's something for everyone.

3 LIDENFILMS

just fell in love

• Established: 2012
• Featured titles: Yamada-kun and the seven witches, Insomnias after school, Night call
• MAL:LIDENFILMS

LIDENFILMS is a lesser-known name in the industry that has risen to prominence in recent years. Founded in early 2012, the studio has produced some of the most recognizable names in the romance community, such as Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches, Love and Lies, and Insomniacs After School.

The studio isn't just content with romance, but also has its roots in the action fanbase, with titles like Tokyo Revengers, Arslan Senki, and Goblin Slayer. With such prestigious titles already under their belt, fans are eager to see future projects under the studio's leadership.

2 The wave of comics

Chosen by Makoto Shinkai

• Established: 2007
• Featured titles: Your name, 5 cm per second, Suzum, Garden of Words
• MAL: The wave of comics

There is no doubt that Makoto Shinkai is one of the most talented contemporary directors and filmmakers. All his feature films are successful without exception. His stories often contain elements of nostalgia, pure love, and sadness that combine them all. Additionally, he has exacting standards of art and animation that make his work one of the best in the entire industry.

And a studio that meets the demands of this demanding storyteller? Moj Comics This studio split from its parent company in 2007 and has been independent ever since. It doesn't just publish works by the revered Makoto Shinkai, these are definitely its claim to fame.

1 CloverWorks

Rabbit girl suit to solve your problems

• Established: 2018
• Featured titles: Bunny Girl Senpai, Horimiya, My Baby Dress-Up
• MAL:CloverWorks

Why worry when there's a bunny girl (studio) to take care of your problems? The company that spun off from A1 Pictures in 2018, CloverWorks, has been releasing a lot of titles in a short amount of time. Bunny Girl Senpai, Horimiya, and My Dress-Up Darling are some of its most prominent projects.

These shows alone make CloverWorks a studio to keep an eye on, but they don't stop there. Some of the best shows of the past few years have come from this studio, such as Bocchi the Rock! and Spy x Family.