Top 10 Funniest Anime

Posted by Neko Kyou in Thoughts on July 5th, 2007

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Here’s a top 10 list of what I think are the funniest anime I’ve ever watched. Please note that these are limited to what I’ve watched before, and does not necessary mean that they are the funniest of all anime, although I would say they would be quite close to any others

No.10 - Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge

Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge

Sure the character design for the guys suks beyond a doubt, and there are plenty of irksome moments, but this anime is definitely one of the funniest around. Somehow, the best parts are always when Sunako goes berserk or whenever there’s a showdown between Sunako and Kyouhei.

No.9 - Honey and Clover

Honey and Clover

While the series began to focus on its more serious side towards the end of season 1 and season 2, the many laughters brought by Honey and Clover can never be forgotten. Each character from the main cast (or even the side cast) has at least made me laugh once. But the King is without a doubt, Morita Shinobu, the best of it all being episode 18 when he finally re-appeared, on TV no less. I actually started watching the series mainly due to Morita, and has never regretted it. Morita along with Honey and Clover is at number 9 on my list

No.8 - Fruits Basket

Fruits Basket

Ahh… Fruits Basket is full of funny moments both in the anime and manga version. And in both, Ayame takes the cake for never failing to make me laugh whenever he makes an appearance. His mannerism, speech and just about everything else makes him a role model of comedic anime characters.

No.7 - Chobits

Chobits

CLAMP’s Chobits takes the number 7 spot. Innocent adorable Chi and pervert-minded (yet also innocent) Hideki makes a great combination when it comes to hilarious moments in the series and generally pokes fun with perverted jokes.

No.6 - Azumanga Daioh

Azumanga Daioh

Azumanga Daioh can easily be summarized with only one word - Pure Absurdity. Okay, fine that was two words, but it still summarizes the series in general. Azumanga Daioh has plenty of slapstick jokes. There are quite a few jokes related to the Japanese themselves, therefore it could be kinda hard to catch them and sometimes there are just too many pauses and “blankness” but overall its still very funny.

No.5 - Akazukin Cha Cha

Akazukin Cha Cha

A classic anime. While I don’t really care for the manga, the anime is definitely a series that is worth watching. This is one of the very few cases where the anime came out a LOT better than the manga IMO. The clumsy apprentice witch Cha Cha, the wolfman Riiya and the apprentice magician Shiine along with their friends, teachers and even occasionally villains makes this a very memorable anime to watch. Oh yes, it’s very, very funny as well

No.4 - Ouran High School Host Club

Ouran High Host Club

Not only is Ouran Host Club full of comedic moments, it also has great character design and storyline. In fact, I would say it has one of the best ending for an anime, something which is very rare nowadays. Sitting at number 4, this is currently my most watched anime, probably been through the entire series at least 5-6 (actually, I lost count after 5…) times since last year.

No.3 - History’s Strongest Disciple Kenichi

History's Strongest Disciple Kenichi

Kenichi, Miu and the 6 masters of Ryouzanpaku (and especially the Apachai-Shigure combo) are always up to something and their differences in personality makes Kenichi one of the best anime around right now. A martial arts comedy series has been rare lately, especially for anime. The flashing eyes, sarcasm and naiveties in Kenichi are just too hilarious to handle sometimes. The last time I really enjoyed a martial arts comedy was Ranma 1/2, and Kenichi definitely makes the upper ranks of this list. Speaking of which…

No. 2 - Ranma 1/2

Ranma 1/2

Ranma… A topic that I could go on and on and on and… you get the idea. Possibly my favourite anime of all times (though Cardcaptor Sakura would come close as well), this martial arts comedy is full of wacky characters that keeps popping out of thin air. The first episode already left me laughing in stitches and for the rest of the series and movies as well. A classic that is still very popular until today, I won’t be surprised if Ranma 1/2 continues to be remembered and watched by future generations, just as Dragonball did and still does.

And the No. 1 spot goes to….

No.1! Full Metal Panic Fumoffu!

Full Metal Panic Fumoffu

Full Metal Panic in general is a great anime with its own funny moments. But Fumoffu is just too much! Every single episode have me laughing out so hard, I get a stomachache from too much laughing when I watched a few of them in a row. Sousuke is always doing something out of the ordinary and always wonders why his actions sets Chidori into a frenzy. Fumoffu also introduced a few other side characters that adds to the hilarity of the show, such as the student body president, who, amazingly, never finds anything wrong with Sousuke’s actions even when he blew up the school lockers. This is #1 in my books when it comes to funny anime, and I highly recommend it. Not just Fumoffu, but the Full Metal Panic series itself. It’s a great anime and every anime fan should at least give it a try.

Bonta-kun Fumoffu fumoffu fumo! Fu fumoffu!

(Is it just me or does anyone else finds it weird that anyone in a Bonta-kun suit can’t say anything else other than “fumoffu” and what makes it even weirder is that the other Bonta-kuns would actually understand. Hmm.. but they could be using radio, though)

Honorable Mention:

Shaman King - A really cool and funny anime that is just below the reach of the top 10. This would probably be at number 11 but it is a pity that the anime was never completed, and from what I know, the manga was never properly completed as well.

One Piece - This without a doubt belongs somewhere in the top 10. But unfortunately, I do not really watch the series, therefore I am unable to properly rank it.

The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi - Another great anime with some funny moments. However, it is the storyline that makes it interesting rather than the funny moments scattered around the series.

This list would probably change in the future, and I might either update this or create a new list to show how different it is between what I think is the top 10 funniest anime now, and what I would think to be the top 10 funniest anime in time to come.

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51 Comments to “Top 10 Funniest Anime”

Chuck | July 8th, 2007 at 1:46 am

You forgot Cromartie High School and Genshiken.
Neko Kyou | July 8th, 2007 at 3:11 pm

I haven’t watched those before, will have to give them a try Thanks for bringing them up.
kat | July 11th, 2007 at 12:25 am

You should watch Yakitate Japan. It will blow the rest out of the water.
Neko Kyou | July 11th, 2007 at 12:54 am

Oh yes, I actually forgot about Yakitate Japan, silly me. Can’t believe I actually missed it while I was going through my list.

I really enjoyed Yakitate, it’s very funny especially the afro jokes, but I would rank it around #7 or #8 if I were to re-do this list now.
Ismit | July 13th, 2007 at 8:06 pm

Dude.. what about Jungle wa Itsumo Hare Nochi Guu?
Neko Kyou | July 13th, 2007 at 8:10 pm

I did mention that the list is limited to what I’ve watched before, but I will be looking up the others that have been suggested and will be doing an update for this list in the near future

So now I have 3 new anime in my “To Watch” list:

* Cromartie High School
* Genshiken
* Jungle wa Itsumo Hare Nochi Guu

Thanks for the suggestion!
ayla | July 14th, 2007 at 9:17 pm

thank god finally someone puts akazukincha cha in their comedy list. it’s so underrated people just go azumanga daioh is DA FUNNIEST ANIME EVER!!! ~~ not true.
Gh0stlyHer0 | July 15th, 2007 at 6:56 am

Kenichi Rocks… Glad you had it in yr top 3 list.. pure comedy.. APA…
Neko Kyou | July 19th, 2007 at 12:36 am

Yeah Apachai rocks lol
Tsukiyumi | September 9th, 2007 at 9:40 am

I love full metal panic fumoffu it’s the best anime out there and diserves to be in the top spot
Neko Kyou | September 9th, 2007 at 9:44 am

I’m glad you agree FMP is a great series and hopefully there would be a fourth season coming soon.
yabil | September 27th, 2007 at 2:00 am

try 2×2shinobuden….
Anayancy | November 4th, 2007 at 2:59 pm

Excel Saga!!!
deb | November 8th, 2007 at 12:27 am

gakuen alice is funny too! and it has the cool side.
Neko Kyou | November 9th, 2007 at 2:45 pm

I’ve never watched Excel Saga or Gakuen Alice before. I’ll make sure to give them a try before I update the list
flame boy | December 7th, 2007 at 8:45 am

i think Slam Dunk should be in the list as well
Neko Kyou | December 7th, 2007 at 1:04 pm

Funny you should mention Slam Dunk the day after I finished doing a marathon on rewatching Slam Dunk lol.
Doray | January 6th, 2008 at 6:00 pm

I think Nodame Cantabile should be there. But since it’s new maybe you haven’t watched it yet. I suggest you watch this one since i think it’s funnier than kenichi.
highanime | January 15th, 2008 at 4:55 am

hye
Fumofu is No 1. funniest anime?? yeah, no doubt about it…can exchange link? thx
Cara | January 19th, 2008 at 11:42 am

If you haven’t watched Goldenboy, you haven’t truly lived. I recommend you watch it and then rethink your list.
kniteowl | January 29th, 2008 at 8:28 pm

OMG… you don’t have “School Rumble” on that List… what have you been neglecting… it’s down right hilarious it’d probably be in the top ten, I’d personally rank it my most Fav Funny Anime.

The cloest anime that it’s similar to, I can think of is Ranma 1/2 without the harem and the transformations.
Truax | February 4th, 2008 at 3:47 am

If you are looking for an amazingly funny anime I have got to suggest Pani Poni Dash! It’s recent, but fabulous. The artwork is beautiful, the characters unbelieveable, and try watching it in both English and Japanese. I find the English version much funnier, but some might be offended by the bad dubbing, I just think it adds that special kick. WHO-HA!!!
Neko Kyou | February 4th, 2008 at 12:13 pm

Thanks for the recommendation. I’ll take a look at it

I’ve heard of the name before, but it sounded too much like “My Little Pony” so I’ve never bothered lol
wormy | February 13th, 2008 at 9:51 am

I owe u one big time, i just finished Ouran High School Host Club and I loved it thanks for the recomendation.
Neko Kyou | February 13th, 2008 at 3:41 pm

Glad you enjoyed it
that guy | February 18th, 2008 at 3:02 pm

Try Gintama most random and funny show u’ll ever see…Hitman Reborn is pretty funny too…
Neko Kyou | February 18th, 2008 at 8:53 pm

Thanks for the recommendation. Will definitely check it out
stesma | February 19th, 2008 at 11:45 pm

vote for Full Metal Panic anime !!
joe didulo | February 23rd, 2008 at 8:49 pm

1.his and her circumstances
i want 2 include this anime series in the most funniest anime pls. vote 4 his and her circumstances
kniteowl | February 26th, 2008 at 1:34 pm

Another Reccomendation, “Lovely Complex” (2007).

It may remind you of Ouran High but without the harem, it’s REALLY FUNNY…. I thought it was so funny that even the sad scenes were hilarious because I felt they were over exaggerated, or maybe I’m a guy who’s just insensitive to the main heroine.
Neko Kyou | February 28th, 2008 at 12:38 am

lol that sounds like something I might really like, actually. Now that I’ve gotten a new laptop, I could probably start hunting around for them.
lol | March 10th, 2008 at 8:28 pm

but… what about gintama????
jaycee925 | March 16th, 2008 at 6:05 pm

i agree with joe didulo.. his and her cicumstances is definitely the best!!! by the way… i started watching some of the animes you placed on your list and i was hooked!!! especially shugo chara!! kawaii anime!! thank you!!!
Koizumi | March 24th, 2008 at 5:49 am

I love azumanga daioh and ouran ~! >__< Also try ‘Lovely Complex’, its hilarious~~
rasmundo | April 5th, 2008 at 4:22 pm

I agree Fumoffu being the funniest. Did anybody mentioned ‘School Rumble’ ,’Midori no Hibi’and ‘Mahoraba’? It’s top ten in my list.
Zouie | April 26th, 2008 at 2:13 am

GTO Great teacher Onizuka should be on there somewhere, hilarious anime.
clooverchan | April 26th, 2008 at 12:47 pm

i will watch the anime taht u have mention…
uh~ feel happy!!
clooverchan | April 26th, 2008 at 12:51 pm

i think u should put katekyoushi hitman reborn too…
that anime is superb!!
freezeman | April 28th, 2008 at 10:29 pm

I’m glad you agree FMP is a great series and hopefully there would be a fourth season coming soon.

Damn I don’t know about this…
Do you make mistake? I just know there are two sessions
FMP, and FMP second raid
the fumoffu one is another story. It’s not included

So maybe what you mean is the 3rd raid (third session)
freezeman | April 28th, 2008 at 10:44 pm

my fav one is School Rumble!! of course. I found it really funny, even after many times watching(actually sometimes it has weird scenes).

I and my friend were laughing really hard all the times.
U should try it. U waste your time not watching this!!!
Neko Kyou | April 29th, 2008 at 9:24 pm

Fumoffu can be considered the 2nd season of FMP since it came out in between FMP and TSR.
kaike | May 30th, 2008 at 7:57 am

you havent seen bokusatsu tenshi dokuro-chan obviously… lol that sh!t is so random…
pinkfart | June 15th, 2008 at 8:30 pm

Have you ever tried Minami-ke?

It’s a short anime (containing 13 or so episodes), but hilarious. Not to mention, great graphics. The drawing portrays their character well. Some of the characters are just so…dang overrated. I mean that in a good way.
Neko Kyou | June 15th, 2008 at 9:29 pm

I’m a HUGE fan of Minami-ke. If you check out my post Best of Anime 2007, you will find that it’s at the top spot.

I did this about almost a year ago and it hasn’t been updated with the newer shows since then. Must remember to update this soon.
Nanahachi | July 17th, 2008 at 8:27 am

Ranma really deserve it….in fact it should be the top one.. but of course everyone have their tastes …Ranma is a very classic anime
people that don’t like old anime should watch the first episode and u will get hooked ^_^…but ranma ends really badly in the anime
but good in manga
Itzamar | July 18th, 2008 at 8:56 am

Quote “OMG… you don’t have “School Rumble” on that List… what have you been neglecting… it’s down right hilarious it’d probably be in the top ten, I’d personally rank it my most Fav Funny Anime.”

I agree where is School Rumble and School Rumble 2????

I will also add seto-no-hanayome!!! Trust me Is very funny!!!!