10 Best Romance Anime That Aren't Shojo
Shojo anime series are known for their strong friendships, sweeping romances, and heart-throb love interests. Shojo is merely a marketing demographic, though, not a genre. So while it's easy to select a shojo anime when looking for a straightforward romance, there are plenty of other highly romantic anime that aren't shojo.
Seinen and josei anime have romances, as well, they just tend to be geared toward an older audience. Shonen anime are marketed toward a young male demographic, and they tend to prioritize action, adventure, and the hero's journey. But more and more shonen anime have excellent love story plots that are beautifully written.
Read Our Review 10 Shonen Anime Series Perfect For Shojo Fans Shojo fans might be surprised to find Shonen shows like Inuyasha and Pandora Hearts have plenty of romance, fun, and heart. Jinshi Pines for Talented Maomao in The Apothecary Diaries
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Seinen and josei anime have romances, as well, they just tend to be geared toward an older audience. Shonen anime are marketed toward a young male demographic, and they tend to prioritize action, adventure, and the hero's journey. But more and more shonen anime have excellent love story plots that are beautifully written.
Read Our Review 10 Shonen Anime Series Perfect For Shojo Fans Shojo fans might be surprised to find Shonen shows like Inuyasha and Pandora Hearts have plenty of romance, fun, and heart. Jinshi Pines for Talented Maomao in The Apothecary Diaries
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