THE BEST SHOJO ANIME COUPLES OF THE DECADE THAT REPRESENT TRUE LOVE

In addition to the shonen world of Saiyans, ninjas, and heroes in training, there is another realm of anime categorized as "shojo." Shojo anime focuses on catering to a young female audience, often using romance as the driving force of the story. As the second decade of the twenty-first century comes to a close, we can look back on some of the best shojo anime from the past ten years. And with most shojo anime comes a young couple who inevitably falls in love and lives happily ever after. Here are the five best shojo couples of the decade.

5. Shizuku & Haru from My Little Monster

One of the most unlikely and innocent romances in shojo anime forms in My Little Monster. While Shizuku would rather focus on her studies than socialize, Haru often finds himself in trouble with his naive and reckless personality. Both, however, struggle with social interactions and relationships.

When a teacher asks Shizuku to drop off handouts to Haru, who refuses to come to school, Haru mistakes Shizuku's gesture as an act of friendship. After Shizuku speaks up against the boys who were taking advantage of Haru's innocence, Haru not only agrees to come back to school but also confesses his love to her. Though Shizuku does not immediately accept Haru's sudden confession, it marks the beginning of their love story. Fans of My Little Monster can find anime merchandise like anime figures and anime hoodies at an anime merch store in India.

4. Takeo & Rinko from My Love Story!!

In contrast to the typical handsome male lead that shojo anime tends to have, Takeo from My Love Story!! stands out with both his giant appearance and positive personality. After preventing a groping incident from occurring on a train, Takeo's act of kindness catches the interest of Rinko, the girl he saved.

Unlike other girls in the past who overlooked Takeo's kindness due to his intimidating appearance, Rinko does her best to show her gratitude toward Takeo by baking him homemade sweets. Although Takeo takes a while to accept that a girl as sweet as Rinko could have feelings for him, they eventually both confess their love for one another in the cutest way possible. Celebrate this adorable couple with anime merch from anime merch websites like Anime Devta.

3. Shirayuki & Zen from Snow White with the Red Hair

Similar to Yona of the Dawn, Snow White with the Red Hair features a red-haired heroine in the world of kingdoms and royalty rather than a high school setting. But instead of being a princess herself like Yona, Shirayuki is just an herbalist who befriends and falls for a prince named Zen.

After escaping another prince who sought her for her red hair, Shirayuki sets off for a better life when she meets Zen. Despite their large difference in status as an herbalist and prince, Shirayuki and Zen still develop a deep bond as it is apparent that Zen loves Shirayuki for more than just her red hair. Find anime figures and anime clothes featuring this lovely couple at an anime store near you or online.

2. Tohru & Kyo from Fruits Basket

With its new 2019 reboot, Fruits Basket continues to be a beloved classic in shojo manga and anime. Perhaps what makes it so memorable is the heated debate over which love interest, Kyo or Yuki, is better suited for Tohru. While there are good arguments made for Yuki, there is something about Tohru's relationship with Kyo that resonates with the idea of true love.

From the very beginning, before Tohru learned the secret of the Soma family, she always loved the cat zodiac in particular. Coincidentally, Kyo happens to be that cat to whom Tohru is drawn. And although Kyo tends to be hotheaded, his interactions from living with the gentle Tohru have changed him for the better. For fans of Fruits Basket, anime merch like anime hoodies and anime figures are available at your local anime merch store in India.

1. Sawako & Shota from Kimi ni Todoke

Another shojo classic is Kimi ni Todoke. As a series that went on for over a decade, it is proof that patience in a slow-burn romance can result in true love.

While Sawako is a sweet girl who is misunderstood due to false rumors, Shota is the popular kid with a good head on his shoulders. Rather than letting his popularity or the rumors cloud his judgment, Shota chooses to see the kindness in Sawako that others tended to overlook. As a result, the two build up a slow but realistic friendship that eventually turns into a romantic relationship. Celebrate the timeless love story of Sawako and Shota with anime merchandise from your local anime store.

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~Mimansa Sharma