Anime Genres Explained: From Shonen to Slice of Life

What is Isekai? What is Tsundere? A glossary of anime terms and genres.

Anime isn't a genre; it's a medium. Inside that medium, there are dozens of sub-genres.

Demographics

• Shonen: Young boys (Action, Adventure). Example: Naruto.
• Shojo: Young girls (Romance, Drama). Example: Fruits Basket.
• Seinen: Adult men (Darker, Psychological). Example: Berserk.
• Josei: Adult women (Realistic Romance). Example: Nana.

Genres

• Isekai: "Another World." Protagonist gets transported to a fantasy world.
• Slice of Life: Mundane, everyday life. Relaxing and wholesome.
• Mecha: Giant robots.

Conclusion

Knowing these terms helps you find exactly what you're looking for.