Here you’ll find 29 Anime that start with N, organized from “NANA” to “Nyan Koi!”. The selection mixes TV series, films, OVAs, and notable cult hits useful for fans, bloggers, and catalogers.

Anime that start with N are titles whose official English or romanized names begin with the letter N. Some entries like “NANA” became international touchstones for josei storytelling and music-driven drama.

Below you’ll find the table with Title, Studio, Year, Genres, and Notes.

Title: The official display name used for sorting and lookup, so you can quickly find the exact anime entry.

Studio: Shows the primary studio credited for production, so you can assess animation style and production pedigree.

Year: Indicates the anime’s first release year, helping you place it in a historical timeline or era.

Genres: Lists up to three primary genres so you can judge tone and find similar titles quickly.

Notes: Brief context like adaptations, notable releases, or alternative titles to clarify identification and research.

Anime that start with N

TitleAlternate titlesFormatStudio · Year · Genres
NANANana; NANATV (47 eps)Madhouse · 2006 · Drama, Romance, Music
Nabari no OuNabari no Ou; NabariTV (26 eps)J.C.Staff · 2008 · Action, Supernatural
Nadia: The Secret of Blue WaterNadia; Fushigi no Umi no NadiaTV (39 eps)Gainax · 1990 · Adventure, Sci‑Fi
Nagi-Asu: A Lull in the SeaNagi no Asukara; Nagi‑AsuTV (26 eps)P.A.Works · 2013 · Drama, Romance, Fantasy
Natsume’s Book of FriendsNatsume Yuujinchou; Natsume’s Book of FriendsTV (13 eps, season 1)Brain’s Base · 2008 · Supernatural, Drama, Slice of Life
Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindKaze no Tani no Naushika; NausicaäFilmStudio Ghibli · 1984 · Fantasy, Adventure
Nazo no Kanojo XNazo no Kanojo X; Mysterious Girlfriend XTV (13 eps)Telecom Animation Film · 2012 · Romance, Supernatural, Comedy
Neko no OngaeshiThe Cat Returns; Neko no OngaeshiFilmStudio Ghibli · 2002 · Fantasy, Adventure
NekoparaNEKOPARA; Nekopara: Catboys and GirlsOVA (1 ep)Felix Film · 2017 · Comedy, Romance, Slice of Life
Neon Genesis EvangelionEvangelion; Shin Seiki EvangelionTV (26 eps)Gainax · 1995 · Mecha, Sci‑Fi, Drama
Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & RebirthEvangelion Death & RebirthFilmGainax · 1997 · Mecha, Sci‑Fi, Drama
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of EvangelionEnd of EvangelionFilmGainax · 1997 · Mecha, Sci‑Fi, Drama
Netsuzou Trap -NTR-Netsuzou Trap; NTRTV (12 eps)Creators in Pack · 2017 · Romance, Drama
New Game!NEW GAME!; New GameTV (12 eps)Doga Kobo · 2016 · Slice of Life, Comedy
Night on the Galactic RailroadGinga Tetsudou no Yoru; Night on the Galactic RailroadFilmGroup TAC · 1985 · Fantasy, Drama
Night Raid 1931Senkou no Night Raid; Night Raid 1931TV (12 eps)A-1 Pictures · 2010 · Action, Historical, Drama
Nightwalker: The Midnight DetectiveNightwalkerTV (13 eps)AIC · 1998 · Supernatural, Mystery
Ninja ScrollJūbei Ninpūchō; Ninja ScrollFilmMadhouse · 1993 · Action, Adventure
NisekoiNisekoi; False LoveTV (20 eps)Shaft · 2014 · Romance, Comedy
NisemonogatariNisemonogatari; Fake StoryTV (11 eps)Shaft · 2012 · Supernatural, Mystery
No Game No LifeNGNL; No Game, No LifeTV (12 eps)Madhouse · 2014 · Fantasy, Comedy
No.6No.6; Number SixTV (11 eps)Bones · 2011 · Sci‑Fi, Drama, Mystery
NOBUNAGA THE FOOLNobunaga the FoolTV (24 eps)Sunrise · 2014 · Action, Mecha, Historical
Nodame CantabileNodame; Nodame CantabileTV (23 eps)J.C.Staff · 2007 · Music, Comedy, Romance
Noein: To Your Other SelfNoein; Noein: Mou Hitori no Kimi eTV (24 eps)Satelight · 2005 · Sci‑Fi, Action, Drama
Norn9: Norn + NonetNorn9; Norn+NonetTV (12 eps)Kinema Citrus · 2016 · Sci‑Fi, Romance, Fantasy
Now and Then, Here and ThereIma, Soko ni Iru Boku; Now and Then, Here and ThereTV (13 eps)AIC · 1999 · Adventure, Drama
Nura: Rise of the Yokai ClanNurarihyon no Mago; NuraTV (24 eps)Studio Deen · 2010 · Supernatural, Action, Fantasy
Nyan Koi!Nyan Koi; NyanKoi!TV (12 eps)AIC · 2009 · Comedy, Romance, Supernatural

Descriptions

NANA
Josei drama about two women named Nana pursuing love and music; character-driven and popular for its realistic relationships.
Nabari no Ou
Modern-ninja series mixing secret arts and school life; adaptation of a manga with espionage and character conflict.
Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water
Classic Gainax adventure inspired by Jules Verne, noted for strong visuals and globe-trotting story.
Nagi-Asu: A Lull in the Sea
Beautifully animated coming‑of‑age fantasy about sea-dwelling and surface teens, praised for art and bittersweet storytelling.
Natsume’s Book of Friends
Gentle supernatural series about a boy who can see spirits; loved for warmth, quiet moments, and episodic charm.
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
Miyazaki’s early epic environmental fantasy film; influential, emotionally resonant, and a landmark in animation.
Nazo no Kanojo X
Offbeat romance about a peculiar bond formed through a mysterious exchange; memorable for oddball intimacy and quiet tone.
Neko no Ongaeshi
Whimsical Ghibli spin-off from Whisper of the Heart; lighthearted, family-friendly, and imaginative.
Nekopara
Cute catgirl slice-of-life adapted from visual novels; popular in moe and otaku communities.
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Landmark mecha drama that reshaped anime, famous for psychological depth, symbolism, and cultural impact.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth
Theatrical compilation with new footage, released as a bridge to The End of Evangelion.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion
Controversial, acclaimed film offering a bold alternate ending to the TV series; intense and symbolic.
Netsuzou Trap -NTR-
Yuri romance about complicated, secretive relationships; adapted from manga and notable for mature emotional conflict.
New Game!
Workplace slice-of-life about a game studio; cozy, character-focused, and popular in moe circles.
Night on the Galactic Railroad
Surreal, philosophical film adapted from classic literature; a cult favorite for its allegorical tone.
Night Raid 1931
Spy-action series set in 1930s Shanghai blending historical politics with supernatural elements.
Nightwalker: The Midnight Detective
’90s vampire-detective series mixing noir, supernatural cases, and episodic mystery.
Ninja Scroll
Violent, stylish samurai-ninja film that helped popularize mature anime internationally.
Nisekoi
Rom‑com about a fake relationship and a key/locket mystery; lighthearted and popular with shonen audiences.
Nisemonogatari
Part of the Monogatari series known for rapid-fire dialogue, surreal visuals, and narrative experimentation.
No Game No Life
Brightly animated isekai about genius gamer siblings who gamble for entire worlds; popular for style and clever games.
No.6
Dystopian sci‑fi following a boy from a gated city and a fugitive; blends mystery, politics, and character bonds.
NOBUNAGA THE FOOL
Ambitious alternate-history mecha epic mixing famous historical figures with fantasy and large-scale battles.
Nodame Cantabile
Charming music-school romantic comedy notable for classical performances, humor, and memorable characters.
Noein: To Your Other Self
Time-travel and alternate-dimension anime with distinctive visuals and a complex, cerebral plot.
Norn9: Norn + Nonet
Visual-novel adaptation blending time travel, romance, and an ensemble cast aboard a mysterious ship.
Now and Then, Here and There
Grim, acclaimed ’90s series known for bleak tone and strong anti-war themes; emotionally heavy and memorable.
Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan
Yokai-themed action series about the heir to a yokai clan, mixing comedy with supernatural battles.
Nyan Koi!
Romantic comedy about a boy cursed to understand cats; light, gag-driven, and easygoing.
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