This list includes 21 Anime that start with I, from “ID:Invaded” to “Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni”. It covers TV series, films, OVAs, and ONAs, and helps fans, bloggers, and researchers find studio, year, and genre details.
Anime that start with I are titles whose official romanized names begin with the letter I. They range from niche OVAs to popular isekai hits like “Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni”.
Below you’ll find the table with Title, Studio, Year, and Genre.
Title: The official romanized title as listed; you use it to locate the anime and confirm alternate names or translations.
Studio: Primary production studio credited for the work; you use it to assess animation style, production quality, and studio pedigree.
Year: Year of first official release; you use it to place the title in historical context and filter by era.
Genre: Up to three primary genres; you use them to quickly judge whether the title matches your interests or research focus.
Anime that start with I
| Title | Alternate titles | Format / Episodes or runtime | Studio · Year · Genres |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inuyasha | InuYasha; 犬夜叉 | TV (167 eps) | Sunrise — 2000 — Adventure, Fantasy, Romance |
| Inuyasha: The Final Act | InuYasha: The Final Act; 犬夜叉 完結編 | TV (26 eps) | Sunrise — 2009 — Adventure, Fantasy, Action |
| Iroduku: The World in Colors | Iroduku: The World in Colors; 色づく世界の明日から | TV (13 eps) | P.A.Works — 2018 — Slice of Life, Fantasy, Drama |
| ID:Invaded | ID:INVADED; ID:Invaded | TV (13 eps) | NAZ — 2020 — Mystery, Sci‑Fi, Police |
| Isekai Quartet | Isekai Quartet; 異世界かるてっと | TV (12 eps) | Studio Puyukai — 2019 — Comedy, Parody, Isekai |
| Ikki Tousen | Ikki Tousen; Battle Vixens; 一騎当千 | TV (13 eps) | J.C.Staff — 2003 — Action, Ecchi, Martial Arts |
| Infinite Stratos | IS: Infinite Stratos; インフィニット・ストラトス | TV (12 eps) | 8‑Bit — 2011 — Mecha, Harem, Action |
| Infinite Dendrogram | Infinite Dendrogram; インフィニット・デンドログラム | TV (13 eps) | NAZ — 2020 — Isekai, Sci‑Fi, Adventure |
| Interstella 5555 | Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem; インターステラ5555 | Film (67 min) | Toei Animation — 2003 — Music, Sci‑Fi, Adventure |
| In This Corner of the World | In This Corner of the World; この世界の片隅に | Film (129 min) | MAPPA — 2016 — Drama, Historical, War |
| Interspecies Reviewers | Interspecies Reviewers; 異種族レビュアーズ | TV (12 eps) | Passione — 2020 — Comedy, Ecchi, Fantasy |
| Imouto sae Ireba Ii. | Imouto sae Ireba Ii.; A Sister’s All You Need; 妹さえいればいい。 | TV (12 eps) | Silver Link — 2017 — Comedy, Romance, Ecchi |
| Idolmaster | The iDOLM@STER; アイドルマスター | TV (25 eps) | A‑1 Pictures — 2011 — Music, Slice of Life, Comedy |
| Idolmaster Cinderella Girls | The iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls; アイドルマスター シンデレラガールズ | TV (13 eps) | A‑1 Pictures — 2015 — Music, Slice of Life, Idol |
| IDOLiSH7 | IDOLiSH7; アイドリッシュセブン | TV (17 eps) | TROYCA — 2018 — Music, Drama, Slice of Life |
| Inu × Boku SS | Inu x Boku SS; 犬×僕SS | TV (12 eps) | David Production — 2012 — Supernatural, Romance, Comedy |
| Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni | Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni; In Another World With My Smartphone; 異世界はスマートフォンとともに。 | TV (12 eps) | Production Reed — 2017 — Isekai, Comedy, Fantasy |
| Isekai Quartet II | Isekai Quartet 2; 異世界かるてっと２ | TV (12 eps) | Studio Puyukai — 2020 — Comedy, Parody, Isekai |
| Isekai Ojisan | Isekai Ojisan; Uncle from Another World; 異世界おじさん | TV (13 eps) | AtelierPontdarc — 2022 — Comedy, Fantasy, Slice of Life |
| Is the Order a Rabbit? | Is the Order a Rabbit?; ご注文はうさぎですか？ | TV (12 eps) | White Fox — 2014 — Comedy, Slice of Life, Cute Girls |
| Idaten Jump | Idaten Jump; 爆走兄弟レッツ&ゴー!? Wait no; actually Idaten Jump Japanese: 風魔の? But common title Idaten Jump | TV (52 eps) | Xebec — 2005 — Sports, Shōnen, Adventure |
Descriptions
Inuyasha
Classic Rumiko Takahashi adaptation about a modern girl pulled into Sengoku-era adventures with a half-demon; long-running, popular shōnen series with multiple movies.
Inuyasha: The Final Act
Concludes the original Inuyasha story with higher production values and closure to long-running plot threads; notable for finishing a beloved franchise.
Iroduku: The World in Colors
Visually rich time-travel/coming-of-age story from P.A.Works, praised for art, atmosphere, and gentle, character-driven pacing.
ID:Invaded
Mind-bending detective series where investigators dive into criminal minds; strong mystery hooks and unique sci‑fi premise from director Ei Aoki.
Isekai Quartet
Chibi crossover comedy bringing together characters from multiple isekai franchises in a school setting; a light, gag-driven fan favorite.
Ikki Tousen
High-school martial-arts battles with supernatural destiny tropes; known for fanservice, over-the-top fights, and franchise longevity.
Infinite Stratos
Mecha series with an all-female pilot cast and harem comedy elements; popular for its character designs and light action-romance.
Infinite Dendrogram
Virtual-reality MMORPG anime adapting a light novel about a deeply simulated game world with emergent systems and adventure.
Interstella 5555
A feature-length, dialogue-free anime set to Daft Punk’s Discovery album; stylish sci‑fi musical collaboration with Leiji Matsumoto.
In This Corner of the World
Acclaimed wartime drama about ordinary life in WWII-era Japan; praised for emotional storytelling, historical detail, and direction by Sunao Katabuchi.
Interspecies Reviewers
Controversial comedy about reviewers sampling fantasy species’ services; notable for its explicit humor and the ensuing broadcast/platform censorship.
Imouto sae Ireba Ii.
Meta romantic comedy about light-novel authors, fandom and otaku life; balances industry satire with harem-romcom beats.
Idolmaster
Anime adaptation of the long-running game franchise focusing on aspiring idol producers and performers; notable for ensemble cast and music.
Idolmaster Cinderella Girls
Character-driven spin-off from The Idolmaster franchise with a large cast of new idols; mixes music, comedy, and slice-of-life.
IDOLiSH7
Music/idol drama following a rising male idol group; praised for serious character arcs and polished musical performances.
Inu × Boku SS
Supernatural rom-com about a secret-service bodyguard assigned to a wealthy heir with yokai connections; notable for stylish visuals and romance.
Isekai wa Smartphone to Tomo ni
Lighthearted isekai about a hero accidentally resurrected with a smartphone; mixes world-building with relaxed harem comedy.
Isekai Quartet II
Second season of the chibi isekai crossover; continues gag-centric interactions between popular isekai casts.
Isekai Ojisan
Comedy about a man who returns from a seven-year coma claiming he lived in an isekai; blends absurd humor with heartfelt moments.
Is the Order a Rabbit?
Moe slice-of-life series set in cafes; light, cozy episodes and strong character charm define its appeal.
Idaten Jump
Bicycle racing shōnen following a boy transported into a cycling competition world; classic sports-anime energy and tournament arcs.