Romance anime is heating up the Summer with so many new releases! While this is not an exhaustive list of shows releasing during Summer, these series all seem to be a must-watch.
Here are four new anime that will heat up your summer romance. Check out the THF full release calendar here!
1. Betrothed to my Sister’s Ex
Series Details
- Premieres: July 4
- Genre: Comedy, Romance
- Demographic: Josei
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll
A poor baron daughter has lived under her sister’s shadow, where she always had nothing. Her sister receives the attention of a high rich noble, but she dies on the way to her marriage. Marie is sent as a substitute bride for her sister because the baron cannot repay the already sold dowry to the earl. A beautiful and happy story of love about a fallen baron’s daughter and an eloquent earl.
(Source: MAL, edited)
Fangirl Feelings: Dark-skinned male lead courting the female lead in a historical rom-com? Inject this content straight into my veins, please! While the “estranged princess family” troupe certainly isn’t original, the art and animation of this anime looks so great! I’m looking forward to seeing how comedy is incorporated into Betrothed to my Sister’s Ex since the trailer seems to show a mostly cute narrative.
2. The Fragrant Flowers Blooms with Dignity
Series Details
- Premieres: July 5
- Genre: Romance, Drama
- Demographic: Shonen with Shojo elements
- Where to Watch: Netflix
An unlikely pair of high school students meet at his family’s cake shop. Will they be able to overcome their societal differences and form a friendship?
Fangirl Feelings: I’m sooo hyped for this one. This might be wild to say, but The Fragrant Flowers Blooms with Dignity might be the first Shonen romance story that really hits all the feels in the best way. CloverWorks delivers a visually stunning series where worlds collide in the comfort of a cake shop.
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3. My Dress Up Darling, Season 2
Series Details
- Premieres: July 4
- Genre: Romance, School
- Demographic: Seinen
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll
Marin and Gojou continue their cosplay creation journey in Season 2 of My Dress Up Darling.
Fangirl Feelings: Another season of perfectly crafted cosplays and slightly awkward interactions, My Dress Up Darling is one of the most anticipated romance series to return this summer. Personally, there was a bit too much fan service in the first season for my taste, so I never finished the series. However, fans that want to see the perfect Waifu will be in for a treat with this one.
4. Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus
Series Details
- Premieres: July 5
- Genre: Romance, Drama
- Demographic: Shonen with Shojo elements
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Puberty syndrome continues as Sakuta Azusagawa enters university. However, he is the only one that can see this cute Santa. How will he save the unknowing students from Puberty Syndrome?
Fangirl Feelings: Are you ready for Santa Claus in Summer? Nearly 7 years, 3 movies and 1 anime later, Rascal Does Not Dream returns!
Which romance anime will heat up your summer?? Let me know in the comments!!
- xoxo Jourdy 💕
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