In the busy world of Redditknown for being a hotbed of passionate debate and detailed discussions, a topic has emerged that has caught the attention of many anime fans: “Anime fans' interest in anime has been growing and has been a great success.What are the animes that aren't talked about much, but that you think should be better known?“This question provoked an avalanche of responses, revealing hidden gems and forgotten treasures that many consider worthy of greater recognition.

The discussion showed that, despite the great popularity of some traditional anime, there are many series that do not receive the attention they deserve. Forum members shared their opinions on several titles that, despite their quality and originality, remain in the shadows. This phenomenon is not uncommon in a sector as vast and prolific as anime, in which each season brings with it an avalanche of new productions.

The debate on Reddit highlighted the importance of recommendations within the anime community. Fans often discover new series through word of mouth and discussions on forums and social media. These interactions allow lesser-known titles to reach a wider audience, highlighting the influence of personal opinions and shared experiences.

One of the most valuable aspects of such discussions is the diversity of opinions and the appreciation for a wide range of styles and narratives. Participants demonstrated a wide range of tastes and preferences, from complex science fiction stories to emotional dramas and light comedies. This exchange of ideas enriches the community and allows more people to discover and appreciate the diversity of the anime world.

• “I’ve always been surprised by how little SSSS.Gridman/SSSSSS.Dynazenon/Gridman Universe is known for in the West. Sure, it’s a nostalgic series for Japanese audiences (reminiscent of other mecha series and the original tokusatsu that many Japanese viewers grew up with), but the disparity between its Japanese and Western reception is unfathomable. In Japan, Gridman sold out theaters and continues to receive many, many merchandise deals even years after its broadcast. Even if you don’t have the cultural background, the anime was made by Trigger, of all studios. Many of their sakuga talents are on board. Directed by Akira Amemiya. Score by Shiro Sagisu“.
• “Kageki Shoujo, I liked the plot that revolved around the actors and their sacrifices to become better than others. Even when it was on air, it wasn't talked about much, but it deserves a lot of appreciation for what it tries to achieve.“.
• “Kamisama Kiss is another very good anime with a supernatural concept and a great mix of romance between the main characters.“.
• ““Kono Bijutsu-bu ni wa Mondai ga Aru!”, this series is a great romantic comedy anime, but more focused on comedy. The characters are interesting and the female lead is adorable to watch.“.
• “Sleepy Princess in the Demon's Castle. My absolute favorite, but no one talks about it.“.
• “Shadows House. This series is literally a masterpiece, the story, the characters, the character design, the soundtracks, the world building, everything is amazing and unique.“.
• “Isekai Ojisan. Very underrated, and I think it didn't get much attention simply because the studio kept postponing it and postponing it almost every week. It was a great adventure and a lot of fun with the fourth wall breaks and stuff. Not only that, but it featured a protagonist who was around 40 years old.“.
• “Aho Girl, that's extremely funny“.
• “Drifters. The blame lies with the incredibly slow pace at which the manga is being published. A second season was promised years ago, but when nothing is released, it's hard to talk about anything. It's definitely a great series.“.
• “Princess Tutu. She has a cult following, but deserves the same recognition as Madoka, in my opinion.“.
• “Vanitas no Karte was great, I wonder why it's so unpopular too.“.
• “Genius Prince (restoring the kingdom, I don't remember the full name). There was another one like that too that I don't remember the name, those 2 were very good and the genre is great.“.
• “The Genius Prince's Guide to Raising a Nation Out of Debt was really good. I'm looking forward to another season.“.
• “I also used to read the manga How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom, but I stopped when it turned into a harem. Sometimes it's good, but here it felt like the guy was getting married or engaged to every woman around him, so it felt forced just for fanservice.“.
• “I would say Baccano, it's a little sad to see it forgotten, especially since it has some of the best voice acting of all time, if not the best, as well as a Pulp Fiction style of storytelling that is almost never seen in anime.“.
• “Saihate no Paladin, come on, it’s a love letter to Lord of the Rings! The guy is a classic example of a D&D paladin and lives by the motto “all problems can be solved with money, prayer or violence”. And instead of getting an Isekai harem, the guy collects brothers left and right! The manga is amazing, but unfortunately, the anime fell short of its budget. If it had gotten the Mushoku Tensei treatment, we would have had a classic fantasy masterpiece!“.
• “Golden Kamuy. Although it could be me, because I'm obsessed with the history of 1890-1920.“.
• “Wave, Listen To Me! – Radio love represented by a woman with the worst luck with boys and the worst habit with alcohol, who ends up on the radio because she can't keep quiet.“.
• “Heaven Design Team – Have you ever wondered why animals are the way they are, … and other animals don’t exist? What kind of animal is born if God wants a bird that doesn’t lay eggs? Is it really a bird?“.
• “Uramichi Oniisan – What happens when a 31-year-old former professional gymnast, exhausted and traumatized, gives up on his dream and ends up working as a co-host on a… children’s show? A few years later, how does he maintain his optimistic image in front of children and avoid saying things that might shatter their hopes for the future?“.
• “Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun! – Apparently it’s popular enough in Japan to have ongoing products, lots of spinoffs, and it’s ongoing… but outside of the subreddits, I don’t see anyone talking about it.“.
• “For me, World Trigger has everything the shonen genre needs to stop being mediocre: intelligent and well-developed characters, a detailed setting with a clear explanation of everything, no fanservice or harem, fights that rely on strategic thinking and/or skill rather than the power of friendship. It's true that the beginning is slow and that Toei did a mediocre job with the first season, but I still prefer this anime to most battle shonen. If people expected the same standard from other series, we would all benefit.“.
• “I just finished watching the first 13 episodes of Hyouge Mono in one sitting. It's very engaging. It's an anime about tea ceremonies and political intrigue in late Sengoku period Japan. If you like war generals who lose their minds over tea sets, this is the anime for you.“.
• “Kobato. Everyone I’ve mentioned this to has never even heard of it. It’s never been recommended anywhere. Which is puzzling, because the series is really good. A complete story in 24 episodes. It’s a very funny and touching series about a socially awkward girl who fumbles through social interactions to get her “wish.” There are some twists and turns, as well as some fantasy elements mixed in. If you liked Clannad, I highly recommend it.“.
• “D. Gray-man. It's a grimdark shounen, and I love it. The characters are cool, no one screams "I'm going to be the pirate wizard, believe me!". Unfortunately, the author suffers from severe arthritis and can't work on the manga more than a chapter every three months or so.“.
• “Wolf's Rain – It's older and has a vague/melancholic ending, so it makes sense that it doesn't get as much attention as other classic series. That said, it deserves to be remembered as a classic. The story, characters, music, etc. are all great and really exciting.“.
• “Girl's Last Tour – I'm going to say that the anime didn't adapt the entire story. It got about 2/3 of the way through, and honestly, I think if it included the manga's ending, it would be more loved and discussed. It may not be as popular, but at least it would have the same prestige as Made in Abyss. The ending is really beautiful and perfect for the themes of the story, which makes it unique.“.
• “Many anime titles aimed primarily at a general female audience. Such as: Idolish7, Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts, Children of the Whales, The Yuzuki Family's Four Sons, The Story of Saiunkoku, Sugar Apple Fairy Tale, Magic Knight Rayearth, Mermaid Melody, Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne, Banana Fish, Aishiteruze Baby, The World is Still Beautiful, Kuragehime, A Sign of Affection, 7th Time Loop, Sakamichi no Apollon, Hakkenden, Free, My New Boss is Goofy, Akagami no Shirayuki-hime, etc.“.
• “I also mentioned this about Beastars and people here said I was crazy and that it gets talked about all the time, which is not true. My pick for lack of hype would be Healer Girl and World Dai Star.“.

Source: Reddit