The world of shojo anime is ever-evolving, and the new generation of series continues to enchant romance lovers with their intricate plots, relatable characters, and heartfelt love stories. Here are 10 of the best new-gen shojo anime that will sweep you off your feet:

1.”Fruits Basket” (2019) – This beautiful remake of the classic 2001 series tells the story of Tohru Honda and the Sohma family, whose members turn into animals of the Chinese Zodiac when hugged by the opposite sex.

2.”Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You” – Sweet and timid Sawako has a hard time making friends until she meets the friendly Shota Kazehaya. This series beautifully illustrates how kindness can turn into love.

3.”My Little Monster” – Shizuku Mizutani, who has her life mapped out academically, encounters Haru Yoshida, an unpredictable boy who professes his love for her instantly; this tale explores their unconventional romance.

4.”Ao Haru Ride” – It’s a story about Futaba Yoshioka, a girl who wants to change her image and life in high school. She re-encounters Kou Mabuchi, her first love, who has changed just as much as she has.

5.”Yona of the Dawn” – Princess Yona must flee her kingdom after tragedy strikes. With her bodyguard Son Hak, Yona begins a quest to regain her kingdom discovering friendship and love along the way.

6.”Nana” – This mature take on shojo follows two girls with the same name but different ambitions as they navigate love, music, and heartache in Tokyo.

7.”Orange” – Naho Takamiya receives letters from herself ten years in the future warning about regrets surrounding her high school crush Kakeru Naruse and strives to make better choices to save him.

8.”Lovely★Complex” – A comedy-drama which follows Risa Koizumi and Atsushi Otani – a girl who’s taller than average and a boy shorter than average – as they stumble through their feelings for each other.

9.”Your Lie in April” – A former child prodigy pianist Kousei Arima is taken aback by a free-spirited violinist Kaori Miyazono who helps him embrace music again while growing closer together.

10.”Snow White with the Red Hair” – Shirayuki, an herbalist with rare apple-red hair, meets Prince Zen after fleeing her kingdom to escape her unfair fate—a classic fairy tale with a strong-willed heroine finding love and adventure.

These anime series explore various themes of love and relationships that are sure to resonate with romance enthusiasts looking for modern tales of affection.