Takaki Toono

Unlike full TV shows, romance films get right down to business, with all of the gushy love scenes, adorable interactions and heart-wrenching drama you crave right from the start.

Just like you, anime characters often have school and work to worry about. The slice of life genre understands that our mundane world is every bit as interesting as a fantasy setting. The following anime are the 20 most popular shows that take place right here in our corner of the universe!