whatanimeshouldiwatchnext · Fantasy · Slice of Life

The best slice of life fantasy anime you can start from the beginning

36 anime that are both fantasy and slice of life, ranked by MyAnimeList, with none of the sequels, side stories or recap editions you cannot start cold. Top of the list: Tanoshii Muumin Ikka, Mujin Wakusei Survive, Hakumei to Mikochi.

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1. 1 Tanoshii Muumin Ikka Moomin TV · 1990 · 78 episodes · Telescreen · #344 on MyAnimeList 87% would recommend
2. 2 Mujin Wakusei Survive TV · 2003 · 52 episodes · Madhouse · #1284 on MyAnimeList 82% would recommend
3. 3 Hakumei to Mikochi Hakumei and Mikochi TV · 2018 · 12 episodes · Lerche · #1391 on MyAnimeList 81% would recommend
4. 4 Muumindani no Suisei Comet in Moominland Film · 1992 · Visual 80 · #1495 on MyAnimeList 81% would recommend
5. 5 Hokkyoku Hyakkaten no Concierge-san The Concierge Film · 2023 · Production I.G · #2060 on MyAnimeList 84% would recommend
6. 6 Isekai Nonbiri Nouka Farming Life in Another World TV · 2023 · 12 episodes · Zero-G · #2106 on MyAnimeList 80% would recommend
7. 7 Flying Witch TV · 2016 · 12 episodes · J.C.Staff · #2185 on MyAnimeList 80% would recommend
8. 8 Konohana Kitan TV · 2017 · 12 episodes · Lerche · #2320 on MyAnimeList 76% would recommend
9. 9 Isekai Shokudou Restaurant to Another World TV · 2017 · 12 episodes · SILVER LINK. · #2552 on MyAnimeList 78% would recommend
10. 10 Yoru no Kuni ONA · 2021 · 3 episodes · Studio Daisy · #2620 on MyAnimeList 78% would recommend
11. 11 Healer Girl TV · 2022 · 12 episodes · Studio 3Hz · #3138 on MyAnimeList 71% would recommend
12. 12 Kyuujitsu no Warumono-san Mr. Villain's Day Off TV · 2024 · 12 episodes · SynergySP · #3510 on MyAnimeList 71% would recommend
13. 13 Fushigi Mahou Fun Fun Pharmacy TV · 1998 · 48 episodes · Toei Animation · #3617 on MyAnimeList 71% would recommend
14. 14 Mikan Enikki TV · 1992 · 30 episodes · Nippon Animation · #4008 on MyAnimeList 73% would recommend
15. 15 Muumin TV · 1969 · 65 episodes · Mushi Production · #4009 on MyAnimeList 68% would recommend
16. 16 Maple Town Monogatari Maple Town TV · 1986 · 52 episodes · Toei Animation · #4524 on MyAnimeList 65% would recommend
17. 17 Uchi no Ko no Tame naraba, Ore wa Moshikashitara Maou mo Taoseru kamo Shirenai. If It's for My Daughter, I'd Even Defeat a Demon Lord TV · 2019 · 12 episodes · Maho Film · #4535 on MyAnimeList 68% would recommend
18. 18 Kami-tachi ni Hirowareta Otoko By the Grace of the Gods TV · 2020 · 12 episodes · Maho Film · #5114 on MyAnimeList 64% would recommend
19. 19 Endro~! ENDRO! TV · 2019 · 12 episodes · Studio Gokumi · #5305 on MyAnimeList 62% would recommend
20. 20 Rilu Rilu Fairilu: Yousei no Door TV · 2016 · 59 episodes · Studio Deen · #5820 on MyAnimeList 63% would recommend
21. 21 Odayaka Kizoku no Kyuuka no Susume. A Gentle Noble's Vacation Recommendation TV · 2026 · 12 episodes · SynergySP · #5953 on MyAnimeList 58% would recommend
22. 22 Madougushi Dahliya wa Utsumukanai Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start with Magical Tools TV · 2024 · 12 episodes · Typhoon Graphics · #6057 on MyAnimeList 60% would recommend
23. 23 Out of Sight Film · 2010 · #6382 on MyAnimeList 63% would recommend
24. 24 Shirobuta Kizoku desu ga Zense no Kioku ga Haeta node Hiyoko na Otouto Sodatemasu Shirohiyo - Reincarnated as a Neglected Noble: Raising My Baby Brother With Memories From My Past Life TV · 2025 · 12 episodes · Studio Comet · #6462 on MyAnimeList 57% would recommend
25. 25 Mahoutsukai ni Taisetsu na Koto Someday's Dreamers TV · 2003 · 12 episodes · J.C.Staff · #6602 on MyAnimeList 59% would recommend

Why this is not a MyAnimeList search. Every entry here is one you can start from the beginning. Anything with a prequel or a parent story is left out, as are recaps and compilation editions — about half of what MyAnimeList ranks. Ordered by MyAnimeList position. The percentage is the share of MyAnimeList scorers who rated a title 7 or higher.