Fans of ecchi and fanservice, this is your list. We’ve delved into numerous genres and sub-genres of romance, and now it’s time to explore your interests.
Romance anime is also loved for its incredible versatility, and under the guise of a love affair, you can tell virtually any kind of story, and ecchi is no exception.
So, get ready to expand your watchlist, because today we’re spotlighting the best ecchi romance anime you can find.
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15. Rosario + Vampire
Rosario to Vampire is a lighthearted anime that follows the story of Tsukune Aono, a boy who has been rejected from every high school he applied to due to his poor grades.
However, he is accepted into a mysterious school called Youkai Academy, which is actually a school for vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural creatures.
Tsukune must navigate the new and dangerous world of Youkai Academy while also trying to fit in with the students.
But, he soon discovers that the girls are not as scary as he first thought, especially the beautiful vampire Moka Ashina, a popular girl who seems to have taken a keen interest in him.
This series is a fun mixture of romance, ecchi, harem, slice-of-life, and comedy and a cool and different vampire anime.
If you’re looking for an enjoyable supernatural creatures-themed romance focused on harem, then Rosario to Vampire is a solid and enjoyable choice.
You also get to enjoy the usual romance where the popular girl falls for the protagonist, if you are into this common trope.
14. Trinity Seven
Fans of fantasy series set in schools with magical settings, this is the series for you.
Trinity Seven debuted in 2014, and if you’re a fan of the mentioned elements combined with romance and ecchi, you should add it to your watchlist as soon as possible.
Kasuga Arata’s life is ordinary and unfolds without any drama or so he believes, until the arrival of a sorceress in his town reveals that everything he thought was true is, in fact, a lie.
In pursuit of the truth, Arata enrolls in the magical academy Biblia, where the reigning figures are the seven powerful sorceresses known as the Trinity Seven.
13. Video Girl Ai
If you’re a fan of vintage romance anime and ecchi, you’ve stumbled upon exactly what you need with Video Girl AI.
This series is an OAV released in 1992 with only 6 episodes that’s perfect if you’re seeking a straightforward, enjoyable, and nostalgic romance series that starts from amusing and non-trivial premises.
Youta Moteuchi is a boy who has just experienced what we all fear: a heart-wrenching rejection.
On his way home, he notices a video store, and inside, he discovers and purchases a tape titled Video Girl, designed specifically to help cope with love disappointments.
Imagine his surprise when he arrives home, inserts the tape, and a beautiful girl comes out from his TV…
12. Heaven’s Lost Property
Heaven’s Lost Property is a supernatural ecchi/romance anime based on a manga from the 2000s that enjoyed quite considerable popularity during its time. The anime adaptation extends to multiple releases, including 2 seasons and 2 animated movies.
This series is quite enjoyable if you’re seeking a blend of romance, a lot of ecchi, supernatural and esoteric themes involving angels and devils, and comedy.
All of this is presented with the characteristic anime animation and character design typical of the late 2000s.
The main character Tomoki Sakurai often dreams of an angel and his wish will be granted once a mysterious being falls from the sky. It’s no one else than a female angel, called Ikaros, who will treat Tomoki as her master.
The New World Discovery Club, formed by the protagonist and his friends, will investigate the mysteries of this New World infested with Angeloids.
11. A Sister’s All You Need
A Sister’s All You Need is an anime that might prompt some to skip after reading its title, but before making that decision hold on, as the name is quite misleading.
Contrary to what the title implies, this 2017 romance anime actually hides an intriguing and enjoyable slice-of-life story, with even some psychological insights.
So look beyond the surface, and let us know what you think!
Itsuki Hashima, the main character, is a young light novel author who harbors a strong sister complex, incorporating this fixation into each of his works, which leads to various complications for his team.
You’ll witness Itsuki’s life intertwined with Nayuta Kani, a light novel author who is in love with him, Haruto Fuwa, another male author, his friend Miyako Shirakawa, and Chihiro, his step-brother, who is actually a girl.
10. Sankarea: Undying Love
Sankarea is an intriguing romance anime with comedic elements, a touch of lighthearted horror, and a well-balanced dose of ecchi.
Released in 2012, we recommend it if you’re seeking something with an intriguing premise and a fresh story, while its distinctive animation style adds to its appeal.
The protagonist is Chiharu Furuya, a 16-year-old boy with a deep obsession with horror and zombies, so much that his dream is to go on a date with a girl who is, in fact, a zombie.
One day, his path crosses with the beautiful Rea Sanka, a girl equally captivated by the occult and from there, things take a strange and unexpected turn…
9. The Familiar of Zero
The Familiar of Zero is an isekai anime from 2006 that skillfully blends adventure-filled comedy and romance throughout its story.
The protagonist, Saito, is an ordinary Japanese boy who suddenly finds himself summoned to an unfamiliar fantasy world, retaining all of his memories and modern knowledge.
To his surprise, Saito realizes that he was summoned by mistake by Louise, a sorceress with limited magical abilities who intended to summon her own familiar.
Despite his initial desire to return home, Saito becomes bound by the world’s contracts, prohibiting his departure. That’s how the adventure begins for the two protagonists, who initially struggle to get along.
The Familiar of Zero intertwines its isekai genre with a captivating enemies-to-lovers romance subplot that also incorporates elements of harem romance.
So, if you’re seeking an engaging blend of isekai and romance, accompanied by a lighthearted comedic plot and a lot of ecchi, this series is not to be missed.
8. To Love Ru
To LOVE-Ru is one of the icons of harem romance from the 2010s, which has now unfortunately lost popularity.
The story revolves around Rito Yuki, a high school student like any other who is unable to confess his love to Haruna Sairenji.
One day, however, while taking a bath, Lala, a naked alien girl, appears in front of him.
Lala has escaped from her planet because of the arranged marriage her father wants to subject her to, and finding herself in front of Rito, she decides she wants to take him as her groom.
The father decides that the ceremony can take place only if the boy proves himself worthy of protecting his daughter, or else the planet will be destroyed.
To LOVE-Ru is almost a must if you like romances with harem and ecchi themes, period.
Its story is fun, and that touch of the supernatural makes it even better.
7. Haganai: I don’t have many friends
Haganai is a classic ecchi-harem romance released in 2011, adapted from a light novel and spanning 12 episodes.
We recommend it if you are a fan of the harem genre, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking. Instead, you can expect a fun and entertaining series featuring socially awkward protagonists who deviate from the typical characters found in this genre.
The story revolves around Kodaka Hasegawa, a boy who transfers to a new school and struggles to make a good impression due to his intimidating appearance.
His life takes a turn when he encounters Yozora Mikazuki, a peculiar girl who talks to her imaginary friend in an empty classroom.
They bond over their shared experiences of loneliness in high school and decide to become friends, ultimately forming the Neighbor’s Club, a group for individuals who lack companionship.
6. Chobits
Chobits was released in 2002 with 12 episodes adapted from a seinen manga, so expect ecchi but also some deep themes.
The series is set in a future where persocons, female androids who can perform various tasks, exist.
Hideki would also like to own one, but he is totally broke. But when he returns home one day and finds an abandoned persocon and decides to take it home, what will happen?
Chobits is a romance anime with a mainly comic atmosphere that nevertheless hides some thought-provoking focuses and themes, such as the meaning of love and life itself.
And these will happen mainly when Hideki makes a disconcerting surprise: persocons seem to have the ability to feel emotions while being machines.
5. High School DxD
High School DxD is a well-known anime for its fanservice and is considered the king of it by many, so no wonder it’s that high in the list.
The main character, Issei Hyoudou, is a perverted student brought back to life by the demon Rias Gremory after being killed on a date.
He becomes her slave and gains demon powers, leading him on an adventure filled with battles between Angels and Demons and a growing harem of beautiful girls.
High School DxD is a must-watch for fans of ecchi and harem romance anime with a lot of fanservice, and there’s no doubt.
The show strikes a balance between humor and seriousness, with a lot of action and well-placed, contextualized ecchi romance moments.
4. Chivalry of a Failed Knight
Chivalry of a Failed Knight is a school anime featuring elements of combat, harem-romance, and ecchi.
We recommend it to those who are also seeking some wholesome action along with romance and ecchi, adding a touch of spice to the experience.
The story revolves around Ikki Kurogane, who attends the prestigious Hagun Knights Academy. But despite his determination, Ikki is assigned a grade F and is considered the weakest student in the institute.
Hope is reignited when a new principal, Kurono Shinguji, arrives and offers Ikki a chance to graduate. If he can emerge victorious in the Seven Star Sword Festival, he will be allowed to graduate regardless of his previous failures.
3. Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend
Saekano is a 2015 harem romance with a school setting and ecchi elements, released in 12 episodes.
This is a good romance anime with an otaku and nerdy leitmotif, making it a great pick if you like the genre. We are not talking about a masterpiece of course, but certainly a good, enjoyable romance.
The protagonist Tomoya, encounters a beautiful girl named Megumi during his spring break, only to discover that she is his classmate.
Captivated by her, he decides to make her the main character of the video game he is developing, with Eriri Sawamura as the illustrator and Utaha Kasumigaoka as the scriptwriter.
This leads to the formation of Blessing Software, a team dedicated to completing the game as quickly as possible.
2. Mahoromatic: Automatic Maiden
Mahoromatic is a 2001 12-episode romance anime that hides heavy themes under its seemingly light and ecchi air.
In the 1980s, an alien invasion put the human race in incredible danger, and to counter them, the female-looking android V1046-R Mahoro was created.
However the prolonged use of energy weapons reduced Mahoro’s life to only 40 days, with no way to save her.
So Mahoro will be left free to enjoy her last moments of life, which is how she will meet Suguru, a middle school boy with whom she will form a bond.
Mahoromatic tells an intense story with death and its inevitability as its main theme in a light comic atmosphere.
And although it seems clear from the plot we tell you anyway: get some tissues ready for the ending.
1. Love Hina
Love Hina is a quite underrated romance anime from the 2000s, with a ecchi-harem narrative that you’ll surely enjoy.
Wile this series isn’t perfect, with its generic and occasionally annoying characters, and filler episodes that don’t add much to the plot, it still has a lot going for it.
The art and music are solid, and the overall story is enjoyable so give it a chance.
Keitaro Urashima is a 19-year-old boy desperately trying to get admitted to the prestigious Tokyo College. But not being an ace in his studies, he’s been rejected several times.
To continue pursuing his dream, Keitaro is forced to get a part-time job: he ends up as a janitor in a women’s college dormitory whose female tenants will give him a hard time, especially the beautiful Nasuregawa.
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