Anime like Magic Knight Rayearth (2026)

Tenkuu no Escaflowne

Also known as Vision of Escaflowne.

Studio: Sunrise , Funimation , Selecta Visión
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Fantasy , Mecha , Romance

High school student Hitomi is transported from Earth to the magical world of Gaea, where she meets boy prince Van Fanel, and is caught up in his quest to unite the countries of Gaea against the ominous Zaibach empire. On the way, she discovers an hidden ability and strives to unravel layers of mystery surrounding Van, his past, and the giant machine known as Escaflowne.



Tags: Isekai , Lost Civilization , Love Triangle , Dragons , Travel , Swordplay , Politics , War , Proxy Battle , Fugitive , Orphan , Prophecy , Exiled , Female Protagonist , Super Robot , Mythology , Royal Affairs , Kemonomimi , Estranged Family , Body Horror , Unrequited Love , Cyborg , Memory Manipulation , Nekomimi , Robots , Athletics , Heterosexual , Tragedy , Gender Bending , Twins , Arranged Marriage , Gore , Shapeshifting , Philosophy , Dissociative Identities , Primarily Teen Cast , Anthropomorphism

Cardcaptor Sakura

Also known as Cardcaptor Sakura.

Studio: MADHOUSE , NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan , NHK , Kodansha , Sogo Vision , YTV , NHK Enterprises , NIS America Inc.
Status: Finished
Genres: Comedy , Drama , Fantasy , Mahou Shoujo , Romance

One day, Kinomoto Sakura, a 4th grader stumbles upon the mysterious book of Clow. Upon opening it and reading the name of The Windy aloud, Sakura scatters the cards to the winds. Sakura is elected and appointed by Keroberos, Guardian of the Cards to capture the remaining cards. With her friend Tomoyo and rival Syaoran, Sakura begins an adventure that will forever change her.

Tags: Magic , Shoujo , Female Protagonist , Urban Fantasy , Coming of Age , Primarily Child Cast , Episodic , Family Life , School , Henshin , Dissociative Identities , Reincarnation , Tsundere , Love Triangle , Unrequited Love , LGBTQ+ Themes , Fashion , Bisexual , Age Gap , Heterosexual , Iyashikei , Boys' Love , Fairy , Agender , Martial Arts , Time Manipulation , Kaiju , Amnesia , Time Skip , Transgender , Archery

Kanata Kara

Also known as From Far Away.

Studio: Studio DEEN , Rakuten , NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan , Hakusensha , TOKYO MX , ABC Animation , Studio DEEN , Movic , WOWOW , KLOCKWORX
Status: Releasing
Genres: Adventure , Fantasy , Romance

On her way home from school one day, Noriko is unexpectedly plunged into a strange and extraordinary fantasy world. Her troubles compound exponentially when she is rescued and befriended by a handsome young man by the name of Izark. He may be brave and courageous, but inside Izark lurks the darkest evil imaginable. And according to an ancient prophecy, Noriko possesses the power to unleash that evil. Now, inexorably bound together, these two unlikely allies must navigate a world both wondrous and hostile.



Tags: Isekai , Heterosexual , Shoujo , Female Protagonist , Language Barrier

Juuni Kokuki

Also known as The Twelve Kingdoms.

Studio: Studio Pierrot , Sogo Vision , Discotek
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Supernatural

Nakajima Youko is your average somewhat timid high school student. One day, a strange man named Keiki appears before her, swearing allegiance. Before she could properly register what was happening, demon-like creatures attack Youko and her friends, after which they are pulled into a different world. A world unlike what she has ever known. Separated from Keiki, Youko and her friends must do whatever they can if they wish to survive in this new world.

Tags: Isekai , Female Protagonist , Coming of Age , Politics , Language Barrier , War , Conspiracy , Tragedy , Kingdom Management , Youkai , Swordplay , Bullying , Anthropomorphism , Shapeshifting , Magic , Military , Shrine Maiden , Royal Affairs , Shoujo , Tanned Skin , Alternate Universe , Chimera , Travel , Fugitive , Survival , Crossdressing

Princess-Session Orchestra

Studio: King Records , SILVER LINK.
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Mahou Shoujo , Music

The anime takes place in Alicepia, which is a mysterious country that has existed since ancient times. The inhabitants of Alicepia, the Alicepians, are a fun-loving people, but one day mysterious monsters called Jamaock appeared to threaten the peace of Alicepia. The story follows a trio of "princesses" who never forget the song in their hearts, even when facing such danger and step up to save the day with the power of music.



Tags: Henshin , Idol , Kids , Super Power , Female Protagonist , Dancing , Urban Fantasy , Primarily Female Cast , Magic , Superhero , Fairy , Urban , Aromantic , Tokusatsu , Acting , Kaiju , Tomboy , Cute Girls Doing Cute Things , Martial Arts , Cosplay , Cosmic Horror , Isekai , Episodic , Swordplay , Tragedy , Amnesia , School , LGBTQ+ Themes , Yuri , Food , Crossdressing

Fushigi Yuugi

Also known as Fushigi Yugi: The Mysterious Play.

Studio: Studio Pierrot , TV Tokyo , NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan , Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions , Yomiko Advertising , Media Blasters , Apollon
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Comedy , Drama , Fantasy , Romance

While visiting the National Library, junior-high students Miaka Yuuki and Yui Hongo are transported into the world of a mysterious book set in ancient China, “The Universe of The Four Gods.” Miaka suddenly finds herself with the responsibility of being the priestess of Suzaku, and must find all of her celestial warriors for the purpose of summoning Suzaku for three wishes. However, the enemy nation of the god Seiryuu has manipulated Yui into becoming the priestess of Seiryuu. As enemies, the former best friends begin their long struggle to summon their respective gods and obtain their wishes…

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Tags: Female Protagonist , Shoujo , Isekai , Magic , Historical , Heterosexual , Foreign , Mythology , Coming of Age , Travel , Gods , War , Super Power , Male Harem , Tragedy , Ancient China , Love Triangle , Crime , Martial Arts , Revenge , Nudity , Dragons , Reincarnation , Crossdressing , Twins , Suicide , Demons

Tokyo Mew Mew New~♡

Also known as TOKYO MEW MEW NEW.

Studio: Yumeta Company , Graphinica , Pony Canyon , Kodansha , TV Tokyo , Dentsu , Sentai Filmworks
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Comedy , Fantasy , Mahou Shoujo , Romance , Sci-Fi

The scientists of the μ(Mew) Project use DNA of endangered species to create a team of heroines imbued with amazing super-human abilities. One of them, Ichigo Momomiya, awakens to discover she is armed with all the skills of a Iriomote cat. Ichigo must band together with other Mew Mew girls to repel an alien incursion, all the while hiding their thrilling double lives from friends and family.



Tags: Shoujo , Female Protagonist , Urban Fantasy , Aliens , Kemonomimi , Magic , Love Triangle , Primarily Female Cast , Superhero , Urban , Henshin , Primarily Teen Cast , Heterosexual , School , Maids , Animals , Environmental , Archery , Super Power , Cute Girls Doing Cute Things , Restaurant , Primarily Child Cast , Kuudere , Shapeshifting

Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card-hen

Also known as Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card.

Studio: MADHOUSE , NHK , NHK Enterprises , Kodansha
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Comedy , Fantasy , Mahou Shoujo , Romance

The power of the Clow is back! As Sakura settles into a normal routine, she prepares to face her newest challenge - junior high! While her classes are challenging, things start looking up when Xiaolang Li reappears and says he'll be staying for good. But when she has a strange dream about a mysterious figure and wakes to find her Clow Cards completely clear, she must return to her duty as Cardcaptor.



Tags: Female Protagonist , Urban Fantasy , Shoujo , Magic , School , Primarily Teen Cast , Henshin , Coming of Age , Food , Bisexual , Time Manipulation , Heterosexual , LGBTQ+ Themes , Primarily Female Cast , Dissociative Identities , Cheerleading , Kemonomimi

Lodoss-tou Senki

Also known as Record of Lodoss War.

Studio: MADHOUSE , Kadokawa Shoten , TBS , Marubeni , Central Park Media
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Supernatural

Created from the aftermath of the last great battle of the gods, Lodoss and its kingdoms have been plagued by war for thousands of years. As a quiet peace and unity finally become foreseeable over the land, an unknown evil begins to stir. An ancient witch has awakened, bent on preserving the island of Lodoss by creating political unbalance throughout the many kingdoms and keeping any one from maintaining central control. Only a mixed-race party of six young champions, led by the young warrior Parn, stand between this new threat and Lodoss' descent back into the darkness of war and destruction.



Tags: Magic , Elf , Dragons , Witch , Goblin , Gods , War , Dungeon , Medieval , Ensemble Cast , Primarily Adult Cast , Curses , Swordplay , Tomboy , Royal Affairs , Tanned Skin

Shoujo☆Kageki Revue Starlight

Also known as Revue Starlight.

Studio: Kinema Citrus , Pony Canyon , OVERLAP , APDREAM , TBS , Sound Team Don Juan , Nelke Planning , Bushiroad , Sentai Filmworks
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Drama , Music , Psychological

The franchise centers on "Starlight" — the song and dance revue troupe loved throughout the world. Karen and Hikari make a promise with each other when they're young that one day they'll stand on that stage together. Time passes, and now the girls are 16 years old. Karen is very enthusiastic about the lessons she takes every day, holding her promise close to her heart. Hikari has transferred schools and is now away from Karen. But the cogs of fate turn, and the two are destined to meet again. The girls and other "Stage Girls" will compete in a mysterious audition process to gain acceptance into the revue.



Tags: Musical Theater , Primarily Female Cast , Ensemble Cast , Acting , Primarily Teen Cast , Female Protagonist , Meta , Boarding School , Yuri , Battle Royale , Fairy Tale , Animals , Time Loop , School , Coming of Age , Henshin , Swordplay , Philosophy , Dancing , LGBTQ+ Themes , Unrequited Love , Love Triangle , Tomboy , Archery , Spearplay , Amnesia , Motorcycles , Urban