Japanese pop culture has been successful in Brazil for a long time, especially when it comes to anime. Several productions are considered classics and are loved by a legion of fans, making them almost mandatory for anyone who loves these animations.
Given their great popularity, some of these anime can be found on streaming platforms, making them increasingly accessible to fans. This makes it easier to find popular titles like Naruto and Death Note to watch easily.
Check out, below, a list of beloved and highly recommended classic anime that everyone should watch at least once.
10 classic anime to watch
1. FullMetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)
The anime is inspired by the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Hiromu Arakawa, and has 64 episodes in a single season. The story is set in a world where alchemy is an advanced force of science and where brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric live.
The two search for the Philosopher’s Stone to restore their bodies, as Edward was left without an arm and a leg and Alphonse became a soul trapped in the armor, shortly after an attempt to resurrect his mother, which ended in disaster .
It is available on Crunchyroll.
2. Naruto (2002) + Naruto Shippuden (2007)
The production tells the journey of Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja who dreams of becoming the leader of his village, called Hokage. The character carries within him a powerful creature, which was sealed when he was still a child.
Over the course of the series, Naruto faces various challenges and befriends Sakura and Sasuke Uchiha, with a story that addresses themes of friendship, courage and overcoming, with exciting battles and many twists and turns.
Two main series are part of the saga: Naruto and Naruto Shippuden, for a total of 21 seasons and 720 episodes combined. Both titles are available on Netflix.
3. Hunter x Hunter (2011)
Gon Freecss is a young man determined to become a Hunter, an elite group that performs dangerous tasks such as capturing criminals, searching for rare treasures, and exploring unknown lands. He discovers that his father, a renowned hunter, may still be alive and sets off on a journey to find him.
Throughout the story, Freecss befriends other aspirants, such as Killua Zoldyck, Leorio Paradinight Kurapika. The anime is known for its complex narrative and well-developed characters, as well as being created by Yoshihiro Togashi, of Yu Yu Hakusho.
It is available on Crunchyroll.
4. Death Note (2006)
Originally made from 2003 to 2006, the anime follows the story of Light Yagami, a highly talented high school student, who finds a mysterious notebook called the Death Note. He ends up discovering that writing a person’s name in a notebook can cause their death.
With that, he begins using the notebook under the name Kira, following a personal desire to create a utopian world free from criminals. However, Detective L. is summoned to capture Kira and put him on trial, starting an intense duel between the two.
It is available on Netflix, Max and Crunchyroll.
5. Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995)
The story is set in a futuristic world after a catastrophic event, called Second Impact, which caused great global devastation, and follows teenager Shinji Ikari. The teenager is recruited by his father to pilot a giant robot called Evangelion, defending the city of Tokyo from dangerous creatures called Angels.
However, the series still explores deeper issues related to identity, human relationships, loneliness and the effects of trauma, with a darker and more philosophical approach.
It is available to watch on Netflix.
6.InuYasha (2000)
Inuyasha mixes fantasy, action and romance and was released in Japan in the 2000s. In the plot, Kagome Higurashi is a student who falls into a well in her ancestral temple and is transported to feudal Japan. With that, she finds Inuyasha, a half-demonic being who has been imprisoned for 50 years, through a sacred arrow.
Thanks to its compelling narrative, charismatic characters and mix of genres, the series won thousands of fans around the world and left a legacy that endures to this day.
It is available on Netflix.
7. Attack on Titan (2013)
The anime mixes suspense and fantasy, being set in a world where people live within walls, as a way to protect themselves from the threat of the Titans, gigantic, cannibalistic creatures that feed on humans. In this context live Eren Yeager, his adoptive sister Mikasa Ackerman and her friend Armin Arlert, in the center of the city of Shiganshina.
Eren witnesses his mother’s death at the hands of a Titan and vows revenge by joining the Survey Corps, a military organization dedicated to investigating the Titans and retaking their lands. The animation has become a global phenomenon, winning the 2023 Anime Awards.
It is available on Crunchyroll.
8. Bleach (2004)
The work follows Ichigo Korosaki, a teenager with the ability to see spirits whose life changes drastically when he meets a Shinigami named Rukia Kuchiki, who is on a mission to defeat the Hollows, corrupted spirits that threaten the safety of the living and the dead . .
As the story progresses, some secrets about the spiritual world are revealed, as Ichigo discovers his true nature and destiny. The anime has 16 seasons and is known worldwide for its incredible battles, as well as a spiritual world rich in mythology and history.
It is available on Crunchyroll and Star+.
9.One Piece (1999)
One of the most popular anime in the world, One Piece mixes the adventure and fantasy genres, following Monkey D. Luffu, a young man who dreams of becoming the pirate king. As a child, Luffy ate a Devil Fruit, which gave him the power to stretch his body like rubber, which improved his fighting abilities.
Your journey is across the Great Sea, known as the Great Line, in search of the legendary One Piece treasure, left behind by the late Pirate King, Gol D. Roger. The plot has more than a thousand episodes and deals with themes such as friendship, courage, justice and the realization of dreams.
It is available on Netflix and Max.
10. Berserk (1997)
Berserk is a dark anime about revenge and magic, with only one season, and follows the trajectory of Guts, a mercenary with a dark destiny seeking revenge. The story begins with the boy who is recruited by a band of mercenaries led by Griffith and, soon, becomes essential for the leader and his companions.
The production is known for its dark and intense plot, as well as numerous visceral battles. The anime features follow the dark and melancholic atmosphere that the manga brings with it, providing an incredible viewing experience.
It is available on Crunchyroll.
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