Also known as 'Attack on Titan', this is a dark fantasy series set in a world where humanity resides within enormous walled cities to protect themselves from the Titans, gigantic humanoid creatures who devour humans seemingly without reason. The story follows Eren Yeager, his adopted sister Mikasa Ackerman, and their friend Armin Arlert, as they join the military to fight the Titans. The series is notable for its complex narrative, deep character development, and exploration of themes such as freedom, sacrifice, and the human condition. It has received international acclaim, significantly influenced anime culture, and has been adapted into movies, games, and a live-action series.

One Piece is an enduring adventure anime series that follows Monkey D. Luffy, a young pirate with the supernatural ability to stretch his body like rubber after eating a Devil Fruit. He and his diverse crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, explore the Grand Line in search of the world's ultimate treasure, the 'One Piece', to become the next Pirate King. The series is renowned for its rich world-building, memorable characters, and exploration of themes like friendship, dreams, and justice. With its huge cultural impact, One Piece is often considered one of the greatest anime series of all time.

Known internationally as 'Howl's Moving Castle', this is a fantasy animated film from Studio Ghibli directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It's about a young hatter named Sophie who is turned into an old woman by a witch's curse. She encounters a wizard named Howl, and gets caught up in his resistance against a warmongering kingdom. The film is celebrated for its breathtaking animation, compelling characters, and themes of love, aging, and war. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

Death Note is a psychological thriller series that follows high school student Light Yagami, who discovers a mysterious notebook: the 'Death Note'. This notebook can kill anyone whose name is written in it, launching Light onto a crusade to eliminate all criminals and create a utopian world without crime. The series is acclaimed for its complex moral dilemmas, intense cat-and-mouse games, and exploration of justice and power. Death Note has a significant cultural impact, with a huge international fanbase, and various adaptations including films and a musical.

Also known as 'Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood', this anime series follows the journey of two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, who use alchemy in their quest to search for the Philosopher's Stone to restore their bodies after a failed attempt to bring their mother back to life. The series is renowned for its rich narrative, well-developed characters, and exploration of themes like family, sacrifice, and the consequences of war. It has received numerous awards and is often considered one of the best anime series of all time.

Known internationally as 'Neon Genesis Evangelion', this mecha anime series is set in a post-apocalyptic world where teenagers pilot giant mechs known as 'Evangelions' to combat alien beings called 'Angels'. It follows the story of Shinji Ikari, a teenager who is recruited by his estranged father into the shadowy organization NERV. The series is praised for its complex characters, psychological depth, and exploration of philosophy and religion. It has had a significant impact on anime culture and has been influential in the mecha genre.

Doraemon is a beloved children's anime series that follows the story of a robotic cat named Doraemon, who travels back in time from the 22nd century to help a young boy named Nobita Nobi. The series is known for its humor, imaginative storylines, and the futuristic gadgets that Doraemon pulls out from his '4th Dimensional Pocket'. Doraemon is an iconic figure in Japanese pop culture and has been influential in shaping the childhoods of several generations in Japan and beyond.