Best New Animes of 2006
The Top Ten
1 Ouran High Host Club
Debuting in 2006, this anime series is adapted from a manga by Bisco Hatori. Set in an elite academy, it focuses on a scholarship student who is mistaken for a boy and joins a host club to repay a debt. The series is well-known for its romantic comedy elements and gender-bending characters.
Debuting in 2006, this anime series is adapted from a manga by Bisco Hatori. Set in an elite academy, it focuses on a scholarship student who is mistaken for a boy and joins a host club to repay a debt. The series is well-known for its romantic comedy elements and gender-bending characters.
2 Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
Lelouch of the Rebellion: Premiering in 2006, this anime series is directed by Gorō Taniguchi and written by Ichirō Ōkouchi. The plot centers on Lelouch, a prince who gains the power to control others and seeks to overthrow a totalitarian regime. The show has been highly praised for its complex characters and ethical dilemmas.
Lelouch of the Rebellion: Premiering in 2006, this anime series is directed by Gorō Taniguchi and written by Ichirō Ōkouchi. The plot centers on Lelouch, a prince who gains the power to control others and seeks to overthrow a totalitarian regime. The show has been highly praised for its complex characters and ethical dilemmas.
3 Death Note
Death Note is a Japanese television drama anime series based on the manga series of the same name by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata.
The show is centered around Light Yagami - a promising highschooler and aspiring detective with a strong sense of "justice".
Death Note is a Japanese television drama anime series based on the manga series of the same name by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata.
The show is centered around Light Yagami - a promising highschooler and aspiring detective with a strong sense of "justice".
4 Gintama
Gin Tama, also styled as Gintama, is a Japanese manga written and illustrated by Hideaki Sorachi and serialized, beginning on December 8, 2003, in Shueisha's Weekly Shōnen Jump.
Gin Tama, also styled as Gintama, is a Japanese manga written and illustrated by Hideaki Sorachi and serialized, beginning on December 8, 2003, in Shueisha's Weekly Shōnen Jump.
5 D. Gray-Man
D.Gray-man (Japanese: ディー・グレイマン Hepburn: Dī Gureiman?) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Katsura Hoshino. Set in the 19th century, the series tells the story of a boy named Allen Walker, a member of an organization of exorcists who make use of an ancient substance ...read more.
D.Gray-man (Japanese: ディー・グレイマン Hepburn: Dī Gureiman?) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Katsura Hoshino. Set in the 19th century, the series tells the story of a boy named Allen Walker, a member of an organization of exorcists who make use of an ancient substance ...read more.
6 Black Lagoon
Black Lagoon (stylized in all caps) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Rei Hiroe. It has been published in Shogakukan's seinen manga magazine Monthly Sunday Gene-X since April 2002, with its chapters collected in twelve tankōbon volumes as of August 2021. In North America, the manga ...read more.
Black Lagoon (stylized in all caps) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Rei Hiroe. It has been published in Shogakukan's seinen manga magazine Monthly Sunday Gene-X since April 2002, with its chapters collected in twelve tankōbon volumes as of August 2021. In North America, the manga ...read more.
7 The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya
Haruhi Suzumiya (Japanese: 涼宮ハルヒ, Hepburn: Suzumiya Haruhi) is a Japanese light novel series written by Nagaru Tanigawa and illustrated by Noizi Ito. It was first published in 2003 by Kadokawa Shoten in Japan with the novel The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, and has since been followed by ...read more.
Haruhi Suzumiya (Japanese: 涼宮ハルヒ, Hepburn: Suzumiya Haruhi) is a Japanese light novel series written by Nagaru Tanigawa and illustrated by Noizi Ito. It was first published in 2003 by Kadokawa Shoten in Japan with the novel The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, and has since been followed by ...read more.
8 Welcome to the N.H.K.
9 Katekyo Hitman Reborn
Reborn!, known in Japan as Katekyō Hitman Reborn! (Japanese: 家庭教師ヒットマンREBORN!, Hepburn: Katekyō Hittoman Ribōn!), and also known as Hitman Reborn!, is an action-packed Japanese anime series. It is based on the manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Akira Amano.
The story follows the life of Tsunayoshi "Tsuna" Sawada, a hapless teenager who discovers he's the... read more
Reborn!, known in Japan as Katekyō Hitman Reborn! (Japanese: 家庭教師ヒットマンREBORN!, Hepburn: Katekyō Hittoman Ribōn!), and also known as Hitman Reborn!, is an action-packed Japanese anime series. It is based on the manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Akira Amano.The story follows the life of Tsunayoshi "Tsuna" Sawada, a hapless teenager who discovers he's the... read more
10 Ergo proxy
Ergo Proxy is a science fiction suspense anime television series, produced by Manglobe, directed by Shukō Murase and written by Dai Satō.
Ergo Proxy is a science fiction suspense anime television series, produced by Manglobe, directed by Shukō Murase and written by Dai Satō.The Contenders
11 Papillon Rose
12 Boku No Pico
Boku no Pico is an anime series of three OVA episodes created by Katsuhiko Takayama. It was released to DVD on September 17, 2006.
Boku no Pico is an anime series of three OVA episodes created by Katsuhiko Takayama. It was released to DVD on September 17, 2006.
13 Higurashi no Naku Koro ni
Higurashi No Naku Koro Ni, also known as "When They Cry," is a Japanese horror anime and visual novel series. Originally created by Ryukishi07, the series is set in the fictional village of Hinamizawa and follows a group of friends who become involved in mysterious, often violent events. Known for its nonlinear storytelling and psychological horror elements, the series has garnered a cult following. The show is noted for its intricate plot and deep character development, which play crucial roles in the unfolding mysteries.
Higurashi No Naku Koro Ni, also known as "When They Cry," is a Japanese horror anime and visual novel series. Originally created by Ryukishi07, the series is set in the fictional village of Hinamizawa and follows a group of friends who become involved in mysterious, often violent events. Known for its nonlinear storytelling and psychological horror elements, the series has garnered a cult following. The show is noted for its intricate plot and deep character development, which play crucial roles in the unfolding mysteries.
14 Fate/Stay Night
Fate/stay night is a Japanese visual novel and anime series by Type-Moon. There are three story lines in the visual novel: Fate, Unlimited Blade Works, and Heaven's Feel. A 24-episode anime series based on the Fate route and a film based on the Unlimited Blade Works route were made by Studio Deen. A ...read more.
Fate/stay night is a Japanese visual novel and anime series by Type-Moon. There are three story lines in the visual novel: Fate, Unlimited Blade Works, and Heaven's Feel. A 24-episode anime series based on the Fate route and a film based on the Unlimited Blade Works route were made by Studio Deen. A ...read more.
15 Hellsing Ultimate
Hellsing is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kouta Hirano. It chronicles the efforts of the mysterious and secret Hellsing Organization, as it combats vampires, ghouls, and other supernatural foes who threaten England.
Hellsing is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kouta Hirano. It chronicles the efforts of the mysterious and secret Hellsing Organization, as it combats vampires, ghouls, and other supernatural foes who threaten England.
16 Nana
17 xxxHolic
18 Saiunkoku Monogatari
19 Air Gear
20 The Familiar of Zero
The Familiar of Zero is a Japanese light novel series written by Noboru Yamaguchi and illustrated by Eiji Usatsuka. It was adapted into various forms of media, including anime, manga, and visual novels. The story revolves around a young magician named Louise and her human familiar, Saito, exploring themes of romance, adventure, and magic. The series has garnered a dedicated fan base and has been influential within the "isekai" genre, where characters are transported to another world.
The Familiar of Zero is a Japanese light novel series written by Noboru Yamaguchi and illustrated by Eiji Usatsuka. It was adapted into various forms of media, including anime, manga, and visual novels. The story revolves around a young magician named Louise and her human familiar, Saito, exploring themes of romance, adventure, and magic. The series has garnered a dedicated fan base and has been influential within the "isekai" genre, where characters are transported to another world.
21 Bokura Ga Ita
22 The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
23 Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple
24 Kanon (2006)
25 Ghost Hunt
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