Dhruv Sharma
Mirza Aaqib Beg
Whenever adult anime is mentioned, you’re probably thinking of Hentai, but there is a difference between the two. Hentai, to put it simply, is just porn and nothing more than that, whereas adult or mature anime is more of an anime with bold sexual themes, although its main plot may not precisely be about sex. So here we’ve made a list of such adult anime that you can find on Crunchyroll.
26. Revolutionary Girl Utena (1997)
This fantasy series is created by anime director Kunihiko Ikuhara’s production group Be-Papas. ‘Revolutionary Girl Utena’ follows Utena Tenjou, who wins the hand of Anthy Himemiya, aka Rose Bride, after defeating the Student Council in a sword duel at the prestigious Ohtori Academy. However, she has to defend her position of power from those who want it, thanks to the Rose Bride, who possesses mystical abilities to revolutionize the world. You can watch ‘Revolutionary Girl Utena’ here to join Utena on her journey.
25. Food Wars: Shokugeki no Soma (2015)
This food-oriented anime has been adapted from the Japanese manga of the same name written by Yūto Tsukuda. We follow middle school student Yukihira Soma, whose father enrolls him in the Totsuki Academy, a prestigious culinary school, before leaving for Europe. The most important aspect of the academy is Shokugeki, the food wars, wherein chefs battle by cooking exquisite dishes for a 3-judge panel. What makes this series an addition to this list is the expression of those who taste the food. The tastier the food, the more ludicrously the clothes of the judges explode, showing a dreamland that results from the delightful flavors. To have a better idea, you can watch ‘Food Wars: Shokugeki no Soma’ here.
24. Solo Leveling (2024- )
Based on the South Korean web novel by Chugong, ‘Solo Leveling’ is a gory action-adventure anime series that follows hunter Sung Jinwoo with supernatural powers. He is the weakest hunter fighting alongside other strong hunters against horrors from another dimension, which can gain access to our world via mysterious pathways. After being almost killed by a monster inside a dungeon, he wakes up being subjected to a program called System that allows his sole self to power up/level up, thereby giving him the immense strength to fight monsters. How he uses his newfound abilities to fight his enemies and discover the source of his powers is what we find out in this drama. Directed by Shunsuke Nakashige, ‘Solo Leveling’ can be streamed here.
23. Why the Hell are You Here, Teacher!? (2019)
‘Why the Hell are You Here, Teacher!?’ is a rom-com anime that is inspired by Soborou’s Japanese eponymous Japanese manga series. The show follows Ichiro Satou, a high schooler who is quite average at everything that he does. Kana Kojima is a popular teacher at the school who is well-known for being very strict with the students. But for some strange reason, she always gets into awkward situations with Satou. Initially, she hates their strange interactions, but slowly, a strange bond forms between the duo that leads to complicated sexual encounters. The series revolves around the duo and, as you may have guessed from the show’s title, features many sexually explicit moments that should only be watched by an 18+ audience. You can watch the show here.
22. Chainsaw Man (2022)
‘Chainsaw Man‘ is an action-packed anime that features gory scenes in almost every other episode and offers great entertainment value for viewers who prefer dark fantasy shows. The anime revolves around a broke young adult struggling to make ends meet as he is in a huge debt owed by his late father. While he somehow manages to have some aspirations in life despite his terrible condition, everything comes crashing down when he is killed after being ambushed. His pet chainsaw devil, Pochita, gives him another chance at life by fusing with his body and making a contract with him. The dark fantasy anime then takes an interesting turn as the protagonist uses his newfound powers to explore the dark and eerie world of devils and their twisted contracts. The exciting series revolves around mature themes and is definitely made for an adult audience. But the themes alone are not the only reason for it to be included on the list, as the series features several steamy scenes that contain nudity and sexually charged moments. All the action-packed episodes are available here.
21. Harem in the Labyrinth of Another World (2022 -)
‘Harem in the Labyrinth of Another World’ or ‘Isekai Meikyuu de Harem wo’ follows high school student Michio Kaga, who strangely gets transported to a village in the game world while playing one evening. Bestowed with an overpowered sword, he sets out to conquer one dungeon after another, which makes him richer than his wildest imagination. He then sets out to build a harem to fulfill his carnal desires and live a hedonistic life pursuing pleasure. ‘Harem in the Labyrinth of Another World’ is one of the few anime that not only has countless explicit nude scenes but also features an intense sex scene in almost every other episode. The show is undoubtedly made for a mature audience and should only be watched by viewers who don’t mind frequent 18+ scenes. You can watch the show here.
20. World’s End Harem (2022 -)
When Reito Mizuhara wakes up from his cryogenic sleep after five long years, he is shocked to learn that the pandemic caused by the novel Male Killer has killed all men on the planet except him and four other men. Now that these men have finally woken up, they are entrusted with the responsibility of repopulating the earth. As the premise might suggest, ‘World’s End Harem’ deals with a subject that leads to several sex and nude scenes throughout the show’s eleven-episode run. The anime features several voluptuous and sexually deprived female characters who are desperate for sexual intimacy, which makes every single episode a wild ride. The series is available here.
19. Hell’s Paradise (2023 -)
Now, what is ‘Hell’s Paradise’ also known as ‘Jigokuraku,’ an anime that deals with the pursuit of the mythical Elixir of Life by a group of hardened criminals mentioned on this list, you might wonder? While it’s true that the show’s theme has nothing to do with anything of a sexual nature, nor does the anime come under the category of an ecchi series, ‘Hell’s Paradise’ does feature a few sexually charged moments, one of which also includes two Tensen making love with each other completely naked. The show is accessible for streaming here.
18. We Never Learn: BOKUBEN (2019)
Nariyuki Yuiga is ecstatic when he wins the prestigious VIP scholarship that covers all his college tuition fees, allowing the impoverished young adult to fulfill his dreams. But there is a condition. To get the scholarship, Yuiga must help the best students in the school with their weakest subjects. ‘We Never Learn: BOKUBEN’ follows Nariyuki as he helps three eccentric tutees from the school and learn some valuable life lessons. The hilarious drama that unfolds is fun to watch, but it must be mentioned that the series is meant to be watched only by a mature audience. The series depicts several scenes with full nudity, and there are other very intense moments. All those moments go well with the overall narrative and are hardly irrelevant, which is a problem with a lot of different shows. But ‘We Never Learn: BOKUBEN’ is a complete package that entertains viewers with its interesting storytelling that does not fail to incorporate 18+ scenes if it needs to. You can check out the show here.
17. High School DxD (2012-)
The words “high school” in the title itself are enough for you to assume that ‘High School DxD‘ is again just another one of those typical teenage dilemma anime shows. While that may hold true to a certain extent, the reason why it is so damn popular is because of how it can make the whole experience quite relatable. Fan service moments can often be annoying and unnecessary in most shows, but ‘High School DxD‘ uses these to its advantage by perfectly pacing them throughout its runtime. There are a whole lot of adult anime shows that you can watch on Crunchyroll if you solely expect them to have a sexy appeal. But if you want something more out of these anime, then ‘High School DxD’ should be your go-to show. The series is available here.
16. Peter Grill and the Philosopher’s Time (2020)
As long as Peter Grill can remember, he has been in love with Luvelia Sanctos and has always wanted to ask for her hand. So, when he finally becomes the strongest warrior in the world, it appears that his dream is finally coming true. But when the news of his success finally spreads, Peter draws the attention of womenfolk of all other races who wish to bear his offspring. ‘Peter Grill and the Philosopher’s Time’ follows the fantastical adventures of its titular protagonist and offers viewers an intimate view of his sex life. There is no dearth of nude and 18+ scenes in the series, and it is undoubtedly one of the hottest shows available on Crunchyroll. You can watch the show here.
15. Domestic Girlfriend (2019)
Natsuo Fujii is in love with Hina, a teacher at his school who appears to have no feelings for him. Frustrated by the experience of unrequited love, he ends up hooking up with a girl named Rui, whom he meets at a mixer. While this is not a strange experience for a young adult, it takes a shocking turn when Natsuo informs him that he is getting married to Hina and Rui’s mother, Tsukiko Tachibana. In its exploration of taboo subjects, ‘Domestic Girlfriend’ features several mild nude scenes along with a sex scene that is mentioned earlier. Ecchi fans who are looking for a show with a unique premise and lots of fanservice would enjoy ‘Domestic Girlfriend.’ You can find all the episodes here.
14. Demon King Daimao (2010)
Akuto Sai wants to make the world a better place, and he joins the Constant Magic Academy with that burning desire. Unfortunately, when he is prophesized to become the next Demon King, everyone starts to doubt his intentions. As if this was not bad enough, every decision he takes eventually makes it seem as though the prophecy is true about him. Akuto’s hilarious misadventures are entertaining to watch. Aside from being really funny, the show also portrays a mature depiction of human interaction by not shying away from nudity or other sexual experiences of the characters. The anime is accessible for streaming here.
13. The Testament of Sister New Devil (2015 – 2016)
‘The Testament of Sister New Devil’ or ‘Shinmai Maou no Testament’ is well known for exploring taboo subjects that are often deemed too sensitive to discuss. In its exploration of intimate relationships between people related in some way, the show goes too far on many occasions. The 18+ scenes are often quite shocking for this reason, but there is rarely any hesitation shown by the show’s creators. Probably the most impactful is the one between Basara and Mio, where they start making out in the room, which is followed by some intense moments of hot foreplay. If you feel that the show sounds interesting, then you can head here to watch it.
12. Golden Boy (1995 – 1996)
Kintarou Ooe is an autodidact who believes in learning things through experiences instead of memorizing unnecessary subjects in school. He travels to different places in Japan and takes odd jobs to survive. His random adventures bring him a plethora of experiences, and quite a few of them are with women. ‘Golden Boy’ does not shy away from its depiction of semi-nude/nude sex scenes, something only a mature 18+ should watch. All the episodes are available here.
11. Citrus (2018)
‘Citrus’ is one of the rare girls-love anime that has a ton of fanservice moments. While there are no explicit sex scenes, the characters often engage in steamy bath scenes along with other nude moments that make the show a sexually charged spectacle. If you wish to watch a romance series focusing on a same-sex affair that also includes romantic lovemaking scenes, then look no further than ‘Citrus.’ The anime is available here.
10. Tsugumomo (2017 – 2020)
When a restless spirit attacks Kazuya Kagami, a mature soul owned by his mother comes to his aid and saves him from the worst possible outcomes. After she transforms into a beautiful girl, Kazuya learns that her name is Kiriha. His acquaintance with her leads the protagonist into the world of god and spirits. You can watch how the story unfolds here.
9. Maken-ki! (2011)
A perverted teenager named Takeru Ohyama joins a new co-ed high school where he gets admission without an entrance exam. But he soon finds out that the students there carry a special item that allows them to use magical abilities in duels. As he struggles to fit in, can Takeru adjust to his new surroundings while also working with all kinds of girl problems? ‘Maken-ki!’ may not have a sex scene like some shows on this list, but the anime features several semi-nude or nude moments that are pretty hot. There is no dearth of fanservice scenes, so fans of ecchi anime will definitely enjoy the show. You can watch the series here.
8. Koihime†Musou (2008 – 2010)
Unchou’s life changes forever when her family is killed mercilessly by bandits. Instead of dwelling on the past, she decides to fight back and take on every other bandit group that tries to harass innocent people. In one of her adventures, she meets Kan’u, a girl with a similar past as her, and the two embark on an epic journey. The show recounts an action-packed story of vengeance that you should watch. It also has a few 18+ scenes, and you can stream ‘Koihime†Musou’ here.
7. Ladies Versus Butlers (2010)
After he loses his parents at a young age, Hino Akiharu starts living with his uncle. But he feels that he is being burdened, so he decides to join Hakureiryou High School as a butler. This marks the beginning of his new journey as he tries to become independent. Interestingly, Hino ends up crossing paths with his crush at the free boarding school, which opens him up to a world of entirely new experiences and feelings. Since ‘Ladies Versus Butlers’ is an ecchi series, there is fan service throughout its twelve-episode run. Nudity and other sexual moments are also quite frequent, along with perverted humor and plenty of innuendo. The anime is accessible for streaming here.
6. Berserk (2016)
‘Berserk‘ recounts an intense and exciting story of revenge and redemption. The show follows Guts, a man consistently hunted by demons and branded for death. Despite the world turning against him, he remains determined to find the man whom he once considered a friend and take revenge for the unforgivable betrayal. The gruesome story recounted by the anime is undoubtedly regarded as one of the most painful that would be likely to come across. The series is very realistic in its portrayal of violence as well as human desires. Therefore, there are a number of scenes that should only be seen by 18+ viewers. The show is available here to watch.
5. My Wife is the Student Council President (2015 – 2016)
Hayato’s desire to become the student council president comes crashing down when he loses the election race to Ui Wakana, who promises students comprehensive sex education along with other policy changes. Distraught, Hayato half-heartedly accepts the vice president position, but he is shocked to find out that his parents betrayed him to Wakana many years ago. In light of that decision, Ui starts living with Hayato while keeping their relationship a secret from others. ‘My Wife is the Student Council President’ features intense and sexually charged moments in nearly every episode. The anime is a must-watch for fans of the ecchi genre. All episodes are accessible for streaming here.
4. Charger Girl Ju-den Chan (2009)
In a parallel world, females known as Jūden-chan help people with mental issues deal with their sorrows with the help of electricity. Although they are usually not visible to the naked eye, for some reason, one man can see one of them called Plug Cryostat. As they get to know each other, the duo embarks on a journey to help each other become a better version of themselves. Naturally, their growing bond also leads to some romantic moments that are pretty intimate and hot. You can stream the anime here.
3. School Days (2007-)
‘School Days‘ is known for exploring dark themes that revolve around a high-school love triangle. What starts as a gripping psychological anime later turns into a series of random events that have nothing enjoyable about them except for the fan service. But since we’re talking about the sexiest anime shows, this one deserves a place in this list because, as innocuous as it may seem in the beginning, it has some insane Ecchi scenes that will even make you wonder what you’re watching. The series is available for streaming here.
2. Kanokon (2008)
This is the closest you can ever get to Hentai. If you’ve got plans to watch the sexiest Ecchi show out there, then this is the one for you. But then don’t expect it to be Hentai, as it still is quite far from being porn. ‘Kanokon’ actually sets an example of how an anime can reach the extreme ends of sexiness and still not come off as something that would be considered 18+. It also has a pretty decent storyline that complements its adult themes. You can watch the show here.
1. Prison School (2015)
Hachimitsu Private Academy is a famous all-girls boarding school that changed its policy to allow the enrollment of five boys in one year. Despite being honored with a chance to attend one of the premiere academic institutes, these boys end up getting into trouble and ruining their chance of a great education by peeping into the girl’s bath. After they are caught in the act, they are thrown in the school’s prison for a month as punishment. ‘Prison School’ revolves around the experiences of these boys following their imprisonment. The ecchi series is well-known for its hot scenes that include nudity and other intense moments. For these reasons, ‘Prison School’ is undoubtedly one of the most sexually intense and hot shows on Crunchyroll at the moment. You can watch the anime here.
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