Animes with the most satisfying endings according to otakus

Recently, members of a prominent anime comment forum have been engaged in a passionate debate over which anime have the most satisfying endings . This topic has generated a great deal of divergent opinion, highlighting the subjective nature of what constitutes a truly satisfying ending in the world of anime.

When analyzing what conditions an ending must meet to be considered satisfactory, forum participants have highlighted several key aspects. First, many agree that a satisfying ending must provide adequate closure to the main plot and character arcs. This involves resolving the story's major conflicts satisfactorily and providing a sense of closure and completion.

Furthermore, an ending that leaves a lasting impression on viewers is usually one that is consistent with the tone and style of the anime as a whole. It is important that the outcome feels organic and well integrated into the narrative, avoiding unexpected turns or forced developments that could undermine the cohesion of the story.

Another crucial aspect is the emotional satisfaction that the ending provides to the viewer. This can manifest itself in a variety of ways, whether through touching moments that resolve relationships between characters, shocking revelations that redefine understanding of the story, or simply offering a sense of hope and optimism for the protagonists' future.

It is important to note that the perception of an ending as satisfying is inherently subjective and can vary significantly from viewer to viewer. What may be considered a perfect ending for one person may not be for another. Therefore, it is essential to recognize and respect different individual opinions and experiences when discussing this topic.

« I just re-watched Buddy Daddies and I had completely forgotten how beautiful the ending is. It has the advantage of being an original anime and having only one season, but it was great to see how everything ended and where each one ended .
«Mob Psycho 100, Parasyte y Assassination Classroom».
«Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion, sin ninguna duda».
" I would mention Fruits Basket, Mob Psycho 100, Fullmetal Alchemist ."
« Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood, had the perfect ending and managed to tie up all the loose ends without wasting anyone's potential. And Code Geass, which needs no explanation ».
« I really agree with Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood, I've heard many times that people think it's too much of a Disney Happy Ending, but in some ways that's the point the series makes at the end. They really deserved it. It's also the only anime that didn't leave me wanting more when it ended. Usually my obsessions with an anime last longer than the anime itself and then I turn to fanfic, but that was never the case with FMAB .
" STEINS;GATE, I am convinced ."
«JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean, sin duda».
" Samurai Champloo, to mention a few ."
« The end of Odd Taxi is still alive in my mind. Gurren Lagann also has an ending so beautiful that it can make a grown man cry (I'm the grown man) ».
« I wish Odd Taxi had been a little more dramatic with the reveal of the artistic change. A minor detail, but I would have liked the last 15 minutes to be drawn more realistically or painted with a different palette, for a bit more contrast. Great series, if that's the worst I can say about it . »
«Cowboy Bebop».
«Mob Psycho 100».
«Cyberpunk: Edgerunners».
" Shinsekai Yori has a spectacular ending ."
« I'm glad to see that Shinsekai Yori has not been forgotten. One of the most unforgettable experiences I have had is watching this anime for the first time .
« Moriarty the Patriot. Of course the ending is quite wildly different from the manga (which is better and continues to be published), but I think it's still very fun .
« Mob Psycho 100 had 3 incredible seasons without any drop in quality, completely telling its story .»
« Legend of the Galactic Heroes is highly appreciated for its ending. It is absurdly satisfying to remember everything that happened at the end of the series .
« K-ON! – It made me bawl like a baby at the graduation of some high school girls .
« Fruits Basket – The last season wrapped everything up very well thematically ».
« Revolutionary Girl Utena – I can't say much without spoiling, but the last few episodes were amazing .»
« Haibane Renmei – Same as Utena, I just finished it and I loved it. Highly recommended . »
« Violet Evergarden. The anime is insane and beautiful, the ending with the movie is heartbreakingly beautiful .
« Not mentioned yet: Astra Lost in Space ».
« Toradora!, I really feel very bad for those who missed the post-credits scene ».
« “Your Lie in April” offers a strong, emotionally impactful ending that brings resolution to the series' themes and character arcs, despite its melancholic ending .»
" Helsing Ultimate: a good conclusion that suggests that the characters continue doing their thing ."
« For a lesser known anime, Kyousougiga ».
« Migi to Dali. I don't see many people mention this anime, but it had me on the edge of my seat every episode wondering where the story is going and it wraps the story up nicely within a 13 episode season. I definitely recommend it if you are interested in a mystery/thriller vibe . »
« Yes, it's Ashita not Joe. The most iconic/influential/referenced ending of any manga/anime in the history of Japanese pop culture. There is nothing that comes close to it .
« The Love Live movie! Sunshine!! sums it all up perfectly. Let's hope that any future Sunshine spinoff (as Yohane did very well) will give us more opportunities to see the gang in action. You or Kanan as the protagonist in the next spinoff? ».
« The ending of Evangelion is controversial in the West, but it concludes very well and there is EoE for a different ending. The Rebuilds also had a cathartic ending in exchange for 3.33 and parts of 3+1 being a mess .
« Mushishi. The ending is very beautiful and poetic and closes the series well, emphasizing its main themes .
«A Place Further Than the Universe y la serie original de Aria the Animation».
« Tearmoon Empire. Very satisfying for a new 1 season anime. I really loved it, but I can't get my brain to even imagine a series 2. I wouldn't mind an almost series 2 that took place in the same world but ended up as a perfect book. It's not just a "the world has many stories" it's "this story is resolved as far as the driving force of the plot is concerned." And we tell you that that means that the lives of your favorite characters are wide open to live all kinds of adventures and joys they want. Like…their lives have just begun. I love stories like that, and anime does a lot of that .
«Terror in Resonance, Pluto, Monster, Mob Psycho 100, Kaguya-sama: Love is War».
«CLANNAD, G Gundam, School Babysitters, School Rumble, Trigun, Slayers, Teasing Master Takagi-san, Sweetness and Lighting».