This list includes 20 Anime that start with W, from “W’z” to “Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku”. These entries mix TV series, films, and OVAs and help with discovery, blogging, and cataloging.
Anime that start with W are animated titles whose standard English or romaji title begins with W. They range from cult OVAs like “W’z” to mainstream hits like “Wotakoi”, showing varied themes and audiences.
Below you’ll find the table with Title, Studio, Year, and Genre.
Title: The official or most-used English/romaji name of the anime, so you can identify each entry quickly.
Studio: The primary animation studio responsible for production, helping you find works by the same creators.
Year: The first release year (TV, film, OVA), which helps you sort by era and track trends.
Genre: Up to three main genres describing tone and subject, so you can pick titles that match your interests.
Anime that start with W
| Title | Year | Type | Studio · Genres | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf’s Rain | 2003 | TV | Bones · Action, Adventure, Drama | Post-apocalyptic fantasy series famous for its soundtrack and melancholy tone; a cult favorite often referenced for its unique ending. |
| Wolf Children | 2012 | Film | Studio Chizu · Fantasy, Slice of Life, Drama | Mamoru Hosoda’s tender film about a mother raising half-wolf children; acclaimed internationally and known as Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki. |
| Weathering With You | 2019 | Film | CoMix Wave Films · Drama, Fantasy, Romance | Makoto Shinkai’s box-office hit about a rain-bringing girl; visually striking and internationally released under the English title. |
| Welcome to the NHK | 2006 | TV | Gonzo · Drama, Psychological, Comedy | Darkly comedic drama about social withdrawal and conspiracy paranoia; based on a popular novel, often cited in discussions of hikikomori culture. |
| Witch Hunter Robin | 2002 | TV | Sunrise · Action, Supernatural, Mystery | Stylish early-2000s supernatural series about a witch-hunting agency; noted for mature themes and atmospheric direction. |
| Witchblade | 2006 | TV | Gonzo · Action, Supernatural, Sci-Fi | Anime adaptation of the American comic; blends urban supernatural action with sci-fi elements and a female lead wielding the Witchblade. |
| Witch Craft Works | 2014 | TV | J.C.Staff · Action, Supernatural, Romance | High-school romance with magical duels; known for reversing typical tsundere dynamics and flashy art. |
| Wake Up, Girls! | 2014 | TV | Ordet · Music, Slice of Life, Drama | Idol-themed series that spawned real-life idol units and movies; mixes industry satire with heartfelt character drama. |
| World Trigger | 2014 | TV | Toei Animation · Action, Sci-Fi, Shounen | Tactical sci-fi shounen with team-based battles; popular for strategic fights and multiple anime seasons. |
| Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku | 2018 | TV | A-1 Pictures · Romance, Comedy, Slice of Life | Workplace rom-com about two otaku adults; praised for relatable humor and mature depiction of nerd relationships. |
| WorldEnd: What do you do at the end of the world? Are you busy? Will you save us? | 2017 | TV | A.C.G.T · Fantasy, Drama, Romance | Often shortened to WorldEnd or SukaSuka; melancholic fantasy about humans and demi-humans after apocalypse. |
| Wandering Son | 2011 | TV | AIC · Drama, Slice of Life, School | Sensitive, low-key drama adapting Hourou Musuko; noted for its thoughtful portrayal of gender identity and adolescence. |
| White Album | 2009 | TV | Seven Arcs · Drama, Romance, Music | Mature romantic drama centered around the music industry; known for love-triangle tension and adult themes. |
| White Album 2 | 2013 | TV | Satelight · Drama, Romance, Music | Separate story from the original White Album franchise; lauded for emotional songwriting and bittersweet romantic drama. |
| Whisper of the Heart | 1995 | Film | Studio Ghibli · Drama, Romance, Coming-of-age | Coming-of-age film from Studio Ghibli; a warm, intimate story about a young girl’s creative awakening. |
| When Marnie Was There | 2014 | Film | Studio Ghibli · Drama, Mystery, Slice of Life | Ghibli’s emotionally resonant film about friendship and memory; internationally released and award-nominated. |
| We Never Learn | 2019 | TV | Silver Link · Romance, Comedy, School | Adaptation of the rom-com manga Bokutachi wa Benkyou ga Dekinai; light, fanservice-leaning harem comedy with heart. |
| Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun | 2019 | TV | Bandai Namco Pictures · Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural | Family-friendly fantasy comedy about a human boy attending demon school; popular with younger audiences. |
| Working!! | 2010 | TV | A-1 Pictures · Comedy, Slice of Life, Romance | Workplace comedy set in a family-style restaurant, known for eccentric cast and long-running popularity (also titled Wagnaria!! in some releases). |
| W‘z | 2019 | TV | GoHands · Music, Supernatural, Action | Stylized series from GoHands tied to the Hand Shakers universe; notable for bold visuals and music-centered plot. |
Descriptions
Wolf’s Rain
Wolf Children
Weathering With You
Welcome to the NHK
Witch Hunter Robin
Witchblade
Witch Craft Works
Wake Up, Girls!
World Trigger
Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku
WorldEnd: What do you do at the end of the world? Are you busy? Will you save us?
Wandering Son
White Album
White Album 2
Whisper of the Heart
When Marnie Was There
We Never Learn
Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun
Working!!
W‘z