After an exhausting day at work or school, I find that nothing eases the mind and body better than a good, hearty laugh. The best comedy anime are the ultimate medicine that helps make life's challenges a bit more manageable, and they tend to be pretty timeless. While plenty of popular anime incorporate humor to an extent, battle shonen series usually sprinkle in chuckles rather than prioritizing them. Fortunately, hundreds of anime exist solely to spark giggles in viewers.
Comedy is a staple of fiction and, especially, anime, and every new season features a bunch of shows that represent the genre. Along with highlighting a couple of currently airing series, let us also go through the funniest anime ever, just to make sure we all have something to turn to when we need a good laugh.
Updated January 1, 2026 by Mark Sammut: A new year has started, and let's hope 2026 is packed with hilarious comedy anime. Will Winter 2026 get things started on the right note? Well, these upcoming shows could do the trick.
Best Comedy Anime To Watch In Winter 2026
Winter 2026 is just about to start, and the lineup does not lack comedies or, at least, shows that should feature humor to an extent. The season's biggest anime are not comedic in nature, even if Frieren and Golden Kamuy love to incorporate lighthearted moments; consequently, you will need to look beyond Winter 2026's heavyweights to find sources of comedy.
While it is way too early to know which shows will be the best, the following anime should be comedies. Hopefully, they end up being funny too.
- High School! Kimengumi – Based on a manga that received an adaptation in the '80s, High School! Kimengumi is a traditional school comedy about 5 teenage boys. The original series has its charm, although it certainly could use a modern interpretation.
- Tamon's B-Side – An adaptation of a relatively well-liked shojo romcom, Tamon's B-Side is all about a girl who ends up working as her favorite idol's house cleaner. Compared to his energetic public persona, Tamon is actually quite downbeat and prone to bouts of depression. Utage loves her idol unconditionally, and she plans to do everything she can to keep his persona a secret.
- 'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess Season 2 – Honestly, I did not particularly enjoy the opening season, but I am including the sequel just in case you had fun with its predecessor. 'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess is all about wholesome torture, as the eponymous Princess gets to eat all sorts of delicious-looking food.
- The Daily Life of a Part-time Torturer – I don't believe I am actually going to write this, but let's stick with torture comedies for the time being. The Daily Life of a Part-time Torturer follows a group of guys who work as, well, torturers, which is a legal profession in this universe. If executed well, this could be a fun dark comedy.
- You and I Are Polar Opposites – Set to be Winter 2026's big new romcom, You and I Are Polar Opposites follows Miyu and Yuusuke, who have wildly different personalities. They start dating, so this show should not be just a tease.
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Quick Picks: Best Comedy Anime To Watch Right Now
Just to simplify the recommendation process, the following table highlights a few recommendations for different requirements and subgenres. We will go into the full rankings of the best comedy anime after this point.
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Category |
Comedy Anime |
Alternative Comedy Anime |
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Funniest Comedy Anime |
Gintama |
Grand Blue Dreaming |
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Best Comedy Anime For Beginners |
Grand Blue Dreaming |
The Disastrous Life Of Saiki K. |
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Best Comedy Anime For Adults |
Detroit Metal City: The Animated Series |
Great Teacher Onizuka |
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Best Comedy Romance Anime |
Kaguya-sama: Love Is War |
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You |
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Best Skit Comedy Anime |
Nichijou: My Ordinary Life |
Full Metal Panic? Fumoffu |
39 City The Animation
A Relaxing Comedy Anime That Will Produce Plenty Of Smiles And Some Laughter
City the Animation
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- 2025 - 2025-00-00
- Network
- Tokyo MX
- Writers
- Ayano Sato
- Studio
- Kyoto Animation
- Based On
- Manga
- Creator(s)
- Keiichi Arawi
- Streaming Service(s)
- Amazon Prime Video
Based on a manga by the same author responsible for Nichijou, one of the most beloved comedy anime ever, City the Animation needed to meet some rather high expectations, especially since these types of skit-based shows are not particularly common. While not quite on the same level as its spiritual predecessor, this series is nevertheless a comedic tour de force that blends a slice-of-life tone with gag humor and even a hint of surreal antics.
As suggested by its title, City the Animation is all about a city named City, and the people who populate its streets. A full-blown ensemble comedy, the anime constantly shifts between groups of characters, following storylines that build upon each other in clever ways. While the jokes do not always land, the anime regularly shakes things up, so you usually only have a few minutes to wait before something new takes center stage.
38 Hozuki's Coolheadedness
A Hellishly Funny Anime
Hozuki's Coolheadedness
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- 2014 - 2018
- Network
- MBS, Tokyo MX, Sun TV, BS11
- Directors
- Hiro Kaburagi
- Japanese Title
- Hoozuki no Reitetsu
- Studio
- Wit Studio, Studio Deen
- Based On
- Manga
- Creator
- Natsumi Eguchi
- Number of Episodes
- 39
- Streaming Service(s)
- HIDIVE
Hell does not run itself. That's Hozuki's Coolheadedness' entire premise, as the anime turns the afterlife into a workplace comedy. Although second on the totem pole, the eponymous demon effectively keeps hell ticking, a job that is not only very important but also rather difficult. Calm, collected, and armed with a massive club, Hozuki takes himself very seriously, and he expects the same from his subordinates. If they do not meet his expectations, the demon will not hesitate to set them straight, and their education will be painful.
Although not packed with laugh-out-loud moments, Hozuki's Coolheadedness combines a likable roster of characters with a fresh setting to craft an easy-to-watch series. Along with producing its share of laughs, the anime provides an accessible and charming look into Japanese mythology, managing to be both funny and educational.
37 Mr. Osomatsu
The Worst Siblings In Anime
Mr. Osomatsu
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- October 6, 2015
- Japanese Title
- Osomatsu-san
- Studio
- Studio Pierrot
- Based On
- Manga, Osomatsu-kun
- Creator
- Fujio Akatsuka
- Number of Episodes
- 75
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll, YouTube
Mr. Osomatsu is very Japanese, and that goes beyond just the setting. Osomatsu-kun is a classic about the six Matsuno brothers. While the original manga and its anime adaptations have their share of silliness, they are mostly wholesome comedies designed for children. The 2015 continuation takes things in a wildly different direction, opting for irreverent humor as it depicts the sextuplets as NEETs who have amounted to nothing and also spend all their time doing nothing. To be fair, they are also surrounded by mostly self-absorbed people.
Although familiarity with the older shows elevates the experience, Mr. Osomatsu can be enjoyed in isolation, as the characters are more than hilarious enough to work outside that context. Just to be clear, the siblings are genuinely awful people, and the anime is fully aware of that fact, as they are often punished for their behavior. Filled with references, parodies, and absurdity, Mr. Osomatsu is delightfully unhinged.
Season 1 is great, but the anime gets progressively worse after that. Seasons 2 and 3, along with Mr. Osomatsu the Movie, are solid enough, but season 4 is, to be honest, quite bad.
36 Romantic Killer
A Hilarious Twist On The Reverse Harem Formula
Romantic Killer
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- 2022 - 2022
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- Studio
- DOMERICA
- Based On
- Manga
- Creator
- Wataru Momose
- Number of Episodes
- 12
- Streaming Service(s)
- Netflix
Starting as a reverse harem parody that slowly morphs into a pretty good romance in its own right, Romantic Killer is hilarious during its first six or so episodes, when its focus is nearly solely on comedy. While not disappearing completely after that point, humor takes somewhat of a backseat during the second half of the story, although the anime remains good throughout its entire run.
Anzu has no interest in boys, so a strange mascot shows up to transform her life into a shojo romcom harem. Naturally, Anzu is not thrilled by this development, and she generally tries to resist the three romantic partners who seem to develop an interest in her. While the other characters are likable, Anzu carries Romantic Killer's humor almost entirely by herself, with her over-the-top facial reactions being the main source of humor.
35 One-Punch Man
Saitama Is Maybe The Funniest Protagonist In Any Shonen Anime
One Punch Man
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The perfect blend of awesome superhero action and gut-busting comedy series, One-Punch Man is one of the coolest anime shows ever. Saitama is the titular hero of the show, an unlikely hero with the ability to destroy any opponent with a single punch.
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The comedic moments round out the show's intense fighting sequences nicely, especially when supervillains and superheroes gawk at the improbable power of the unsuspecting Saitama. A clever parody of superhero culture and over-the-top action anime, One-Punch Man continues to be ranked among the best anime series of all time, even if its sequel season is nowhere near as good as the first. Saitama is one of the funniest anime characters ever, but his presence declines somewhat as the story progresses.
Mob Psycho 100 can also be pretty hilarious.
34 From Today, It's My Turn!!
A Forgotten Comedy Classic That Needs To Be Made Readily Available
Kyou kara Ore wa!!
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- April 1, 1993
- Studio
- Pierrot
- Based On
- Manga
- Creator
- Hiroyuki Nishimori
- Number of Episodes
- 10
Does anybody remember this anime? I cannot be the only one who loves this show. An obscure OVA series from the '90s, From Today, It's My Turn!! Is a pain to find in this day and age, but the anime is good enough to warrant the effort. Takashi and Shinji are two high schoolers who want to get a fresh start, so they decide to revamp their looks and embrace the delinquent lifestyle. Unsurprisingly, they initially butt heads over their similar goals, especially since Shinji's straight-laced and stoic demeanor clashes with Takashi's Looney Tunes-style energy. However, after they realize they cannot seem to escape each other, they reluctantly become allies.
From Today, It's My Turn!! Is an absolute blast. Even if laughs are not always its primary drive, each (long) episode is stuffed with humor, and most of the jokes land. The final episode is particularly hilarious since it introduces the two wannabe tough guys to the Yakuza, a clash of legitimacy that most delinquent anime try to avoid.
33 Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto
The Perfect Comedy Anime
Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto
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- 2016 - 2016-00-00
- Network
- TBS
- Japanese Title
- Sakamoto desu ga?
- Studio
- Studio Deen
- Based On
- Manga
- Creator
- Nami Sano
- Number of Episodes
- 12
The “perfect” character trope can be tedious at times, as it can start to become annoying after a certain point. However, that’s not the case with Sakamoto: he literally is perfect. The show follows the titular character, the coolest kid in school, who is liked by everyone, and for good reason: everything he does, no matter how mundane, is awesome. The characters are a lot of fun, as are the subplots.
While short, this funny anime is very rewatchable and silly in the best possible way, all the while including just enough heart to balance out this laughter. Now, admittedly, the punchline is pretty much the same in every sketch, but it is a good joke.
32 YuruYuri
A Cute Girls Doing Cute Things Anime That Gets Progressively More Unhinged
YuruYuri
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- July 5, 2011
- Japanese Title
- Yuru Yuri
- Studio
- Doga Kobo, TYO Animations
- Based On
- Manga
- Creator
- Namori
- Number of Episodes
- 42
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll
As its name suggests, YuruYuri is almost exclusively about yuri love, although that does not mean romance is in the air. Doga Kobo's anime revolves around a Middle School Amusement Club, which is just an excuse for a few friends to spend some time together. Akari, Kyoko, Yui, and Chinatsu serve as the show's heart, but they are accompanied and occasionally eclipsed by a slew of fantastic secondary characters.
YuruYuri plays out like a conventional slice of life comedy, albeit one filled with characters who all seem to have crushes on their schoolmates. On the surface, this might sound repetitive, but the show does a great job of differentiating the girls' relationships, infatuations, and personalities. YuruYuri leans into the, well, girls love subtext way more than most of these types of shows, and it has fun with the concept.
31 Silver Spoon
A Down-To-Earth And Funny Look At Agriculture
Silver Spoon
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- 2013 - 2014
- Japanese Title
- Gin no Saji
- Studio
- A-1 Pictures
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- Manga
- Creator
- Hiromu Arakawa
- Number of Episodes
- 22
Following years of pressure to live up to his family's expectations, the exhausted Yugo Hachiken decides to enroll at an agricultural school. As a city kid with no experience working on a farm nor much interest in the field, he is entirely ill-prepared for the challenge and quickly finds himself struggling to complete even the most basic of tasks. Fortunately, he is surrounded by generally helpful teachers and classmates.
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Silver Spoon's premise might be unusual, but the anime takes a fairly grounded approach to its characters and situations. Rather than an idiot who cannot do anything right, Hachiken is simply out of his depth, and the laughs come from watching him earnestly try to adapt to his new circumstances. The rest of the characters are awesome too. While often hilarious, Silver Spoon gets very real at times, and the show handles these dramatic moments well.
30 Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt
An Anime Comedy Inspired By Western Animated Series
Panty & Stocking With Garterbelt
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- 2010 - 2025-00-00
- Directors
- Hiroyuki Imaishi
- Writers
- TAGRO, Hiroyuki Imaishi, Jamie Marchi
- Studio
- Gainax
- Creator
- Gainax
- Number of Episodes
- 13
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll
While you might not necessarily love it, Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt is at least a one-of-a-kind experience, at least for anime. Clearly inspired by 2000s Western cartoons, Gainax's 2010 series and Trigger's 2025 sequel are loud, profane, and relentlessly in poor taste. To be clear, all of those are positive things, and the show never hides what it is trying to be. So, if you do not enjoy the first two episodes, you might as well move on as the anime will never change its colors.
Panty and Stocking are angels who were thrown out of Heaven due to their behavior, and they are sent to Earth to repent. Instead, they end up embracing humanity's vices, showing absolutely no desire to reflect. They are also monitored by a priest who has his own vices, and they have to frequently fight demons. Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt is a fever dream in anime form, one fueled by adolescent humor and gorgeous animation.