The comedic genius, quirks, and memorable catchphrases of these funny anime characters have left us in fits of laughter, reminding us of the enduring power of humor in storytelling. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the funniest anime characters that have kept us on the edge of our seats over the years. So without further ado, let’s get started.

10. Aratha Reigen – Mob Psycho 100

Reigen's role in Mob Psycho 100 is that of a con artist who tricks people into believing that he can get rid of supernatural entities, but the truth is that he clearly can't! Reigen is by no means capable of doing anything extraordinary, but every time he's on screen, people tend to be amused by his unusual antics.

While he's certainly not one of the best psychics in anime, Reigen is good at roasting his enemies and giving them a proper lecture whenever he gets the chance to do so. Reigen may not be the toughest opponent, but his methods are scary enough to fool even the strongest.

9. Riki Nendou – Disastrous Life of Saiki K

Frankly speaking, none of the characters in Saiki Kusuo's already troubled world seem to be in their right mind. But Riki Nendou, one of his classmates, stands out from the rest with his distinctive double chin and dim-witted personality that makes him one of the funniest anime characters.

Nendou's most striking characteristic is his apparent lack of intelligence, as he doesn't think at all and usually needs things explained to him countless times. Ultimately, Nendou has a heart of gold and a brain of mush whose presence adds absurd humor to the show and takes it to the extreme.

8. Tatsu – Gokushufudou

Tatsu, the man of the house, looks intimidating and threatening in his own way, but surprisingly he is a funny guy who enjoys doing housework with absolute passion. Being a former yakuza, his past is somewhat enigmatic, but he is still a dedicated househusband.

From his daily antics to socially awkward neighborhood conversations, Tatsu’s way of doing things can make anyone burst out laughing. Although he is notoriously called the “Immortal Dragon,” his failed attempts at interacting with strangers make him quite likeable.

7. Koro-sensei – Assassination Classroom

Koro-sensei is too unusual to be called a normal teacher due to his many tentacles and octopus-like appearance. However, he eventually sets a great example of being one of the best anime mentors, showcasing his engaging teaching skills and the mischievous yet hysterical side of his personality.

Initially, Koro-sensei has only one thing in mind – to destroy human civilization, but in the end, he grows up to play with his students and parody characters from other series. Throughout the series, Koro-sensei plays a significant role as both a teacher and a friend, which is what makes him so special.

6. Kankichi Ryotsu – Kochikame

Kankichi Ryotsu of Kochikame is a household name in Japan, and his character design is significantly popular throughout the country. Despite being a police officer, Ryotsu's personality is closer to that of a 12-year-old boy, as he tends to adopt a rather lazy disinterested state while on duty.

He is often seen playing with toys and video games, for which he is always scolded by his elder. No matter what the circumstances are or how unlucky he is, Ryotsu never stops doing what he does and continues to bring a smile to the viewer's face, which is why he is among the funniest anime characters.

5. Jiraiya – Naruto

One of the funniest anime characters and greatest ninjas, Master Jiraiya trained some of the most powerful shinobi, including Minato and Naruto. While teaching young kids how to become good ninjas was his passion, Jiraiya prided himself on his extensive research on women, which earned him the title of “perverted sage.”

For the most part, Jiraiya would often stay out of his legendary Sannin persona, making jokes at his own expense and then having a lighthearted laugh about it. His eccentricities and super-perverted acts were enough to make people laugh, and the legacy that Jiraiya left behind will never be forgotten.

4. Monkey D. Luffy – One Piece

The future Pirate King, Monkey D. Luffy's overall charisma expresses his carefree and childish personality. He is easily the most likable character and is often extremely simple-minded, going so far as to ask "non-humans" such as the mermaid and Brook if they can poop.

Forgetting his opponents’ faces and giving them weird names, getting excited over cool things, or pushing a zombie back into the grave – Luffy has a tendency to entertain the audience with his little jokes. He always has a charming smile that is what makes him the funniest and one of the kindest protagonists in the anime.

3. Kazuma Sato – Konosuba

Konosuba as a whole offers a comedic isekai setting and having a stupidly funny protagonist makes it a worthwhile series. Before his reincarnation, Kazuma Sato was originally a shut-in student who always skipped school to play video games.

Aside from his good luck, Kazuma has almost no powers to speak of. In fact, he is an ordinary adventurer who believes in living a normal life. His dim-witted personality and ability to steal panties give him a comedic touch, but otherwise, he is nothing more than one of the weakest main characters in the anime.

2. Saitama – One Punch Man

Saitama's story of being a superhero in the first place is hilarious in itself, as he joined the Hero Association out of boredom, only to be let down by enemies being knocked out with a single punch. He's arguably one of the best seinen protagonists in anime, but Saitama is too good for himself.

He doesn't appear to be strong and he's not technically immortal, but nothing Saitama has encountered so far has come close to bothering him. There simply isn't another character or hero like Saitama who is both extremely powerful and emotionless, yet funny at the same time.

1. Gintoki Sakata – Gintama

Sakata Gintoki is the embodiment of what white-haired anime characters look like in real life. Being the complete opposite of Shonen heroes, he is extremely lazy and is often seen reading Jump magazines while giving wise and sage advice to his younger employees.

Along with his subordinates, Kagura and Shinpachi, Gintoki is often caught in bizarre situations that are often over the top and hysterical. Whether it's facing unpredictable jokes from strangers or making unlimited parodies, Gintoki always proves why he is the "king of shonen-era comedy."

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