Do you ever feel that watching anime at night holds a unique charm? If you're an anime enthusiast, you probably know the joy of staying up late to catch the latest episode or simply to immerse yourself in the captivating world of anime under the stars.
Whether you're into heartwarming rom-coms, spine-tingling horror, or mind-bending sci-fi, there's something enchanting about setting the stage for anime that truly resonates after dark.
In this post, we'll delve into the captivating realm of anime that comes to life in the hush of the night. Here are 10 anime that just hit different at night.
Note while I did say anime that hit different at night I have to tell you not to stay up all night just to watch anime because it has a huge impact on your health. That being said, let's get right to it.
10. Erased
Genre: mystery, science fiction, thriller, and supernatural
This anime story follows Satoru Fujinuma, a 29-year-old aspiring manga artist who has the ability to travel back in time to prevent terrible things from happening
After being falsely accused of his mother's murder, Satoru is sent back 18 years in the past to his elementary school period, where he must prevent a series of kidnappings that lead to his mother's death
Along the way, he befriends Kayo Hinazuki, a girl who is one of the kidnapping victims, and tries to change her fate
The anime has 12 episodes and is based on the manga series Boku Dake ga Inai Machi by Kei Sanbe
The story is emotionally engaging, with deep and lovable characters, and touches on the subject of time travel, which is done well in this anime
The villain's identity is narratively easy to figure out, but the show is still worth watching
9. Call of the night
Genres: supernatural, romance, and comedy
This anime is about Kou Yamori, a boy who suffers from insomnia and wanders the streets at night in search of something he cannot name
One night, he meets Nazuna Nanakusa, a vampire girl who believes that people stay awake at night because they are dissatisfied with how they live their lives
Kou becomes fascinated with Nazuna and wants to become a vampire like her, but he soon realizes that it is not as easy as he thought.
The anime has 13 episodes and is based on the manga series "Yofukashi no Uta" by Kotoyama. The story is simple and straightforward, but it is well-written and the characters are well-developed
If you are a fan of a unique art style that combines bright colors with a dark atmosphere, which makes it visually appealing. this anime will be great for you. The anime is a story about self-discovery and second-guessing the things you want out of life.
So if you're that kind of person that always thinks there's something better for you out there in the universe then you'll love this anime.
8. From the New World
Genre: speculative fiction, science fiction, drama, action, romance, shoujo ai, shounen ai, and supernatural
Imagine a post-apocalyptic world, where humans have developed telekinetic powers and live in a seemingly peaceful society
However, dark secrets of the past are soon discovered by a small group of five friends, including Saki Watanabe, Satoru Asahina, Maria Akizuki, Shun Aonuma, and Mamoru Itou
The anime has 25 episodes and is based on the novel From the New World by Yusuke Kishi
The story is complex and thought-provoking, with a well-developed world and characters
The anime explores themes of power, ethics, and the consequences of human actions. The animation is not the best, but the atmosphere and colors are gorgeous. The anime is a must-watch for fans of science fiction and dystopian stories.
7. The promised Neverland
Genre: of science fiction, thriller, horror, and shonen
The story follows a group of orphans, who live in an isolated orphanage that they later discover is a farm where they are bred to become food for demons
The anime has 12 episodes in the first season and 11 episodes in the second season, and is based on the manga series Yakusoku no Neverland by Kaiu Shirai and illustrated by Posuka Demizu. The story is well-written and suspenseful, with engaging plot twists and a unique premise
The animation is top-notch, with beautiful visuals and a haunting atmosphere. The anime explores themes of survival, trust, and the lengths people will go to protect the ones they love. The characters are well-developed and relatable, with Emma being a standout protagonist
This anime is a must-watch for fans who love horror and thriller genres, and for those who enjoy a well-crafted story with a unique premise
6. Mushishi
Mushishi is a Japanese anime series that falls under the genres of adventure, supernatural, mystery, slice of life, and
This anime story follows Ginko, a , who travels around the world studying , which are creatures that can be found anywhere and have all sorts of different abilities that cause all sorts of things to happen. The anime has 26 episodes and is based on the manga series "Mushishi" by Yuki UrushibaraThe story is episodic, with each episode having its own beginning, middle, problem, solution, and conclusion
The anime is known for its beautiful visuals, pastoral surroundings, and a gentle soundtrack by Toshio Masuda. The anime explores themes of coexistence, nature, and the essence of human existence
The anime is a must-watch for fans of and slice of life genres, and for those who enjoy a well-crafted story with a unique premise.
5. 91 Days
Genres of action, drama, thriller, crime, historical, mafia, revenge, and tragedy.
This anime story is set during the Prohibition era in the Lawless district, where the law has no power and the mafia rules
The story follows Angelo Lagusa, who changes his name to Avilio Bruno, as he seeks revenge against the Vanetti family for killing his family. The anime has 12 episodes and is produced by studio Shuka
The story is well-written and suspenseful, with engaging plot twists and a unique premise. The animation is top-notch, with beautiful visuals and a fitting OST. The anime explores themes of family, loyalty, and the consequences of revenge.
The characters are well-developed, with Avilio being a standout protagonist. The anime is a must-watch for fans of mafia and revenge stories, and for those who enjoy a well-crafted story with a unique premise.
4. Psycho-Pass
Genres of cyberpunk, psychological thriller, crime, and science fiction
The story is set in a dystopian future where a computer system called the Sibyl System is used to determine the mental state of individuals and their likelihood of committing crimes. The story follows Akane Tsunemori, a new inspector in the Public Safety Bureau's Criminal Investigation Division, and her team as they investigate crimes and try to maintain order in a society where people's mental states are constantly monitored
With 22 episodes in the first season and 11 episodes in the second season, it is produced by Production I.G. The story is well-written and suspenseful, with engaging plot twists and a unique premise. The animation is top-notch, with beautiful visuals and a fitting OST
What I like most is that the anime explores themes of justice, morality, and the nature of humanity. The characters are well-developed, with Akane being a standout protagonist
This anime is definitely a must-watch for fans of cyberpunk and psychological thriller genres, and for those who enjoy a well-crafted story with a unique premise.
3. Darker than Black
Darker than black is a Japanese anime television series created and directed by Tensai Okamura and animated by studio Bones. The anime has 25 episodes and is set in a post-apocalyptic Tokyo where humans and AutoReiv androids coexist peacefully until a virus gives the androids self-awareness, causing them to commit a series of murders.
The anime falls under the genre of dark philosophical science fiction, and it explores themes of philosophy, psychology, and the nature of humanity. The story is complex and thought-provoking, with a well-developed world and characters.
The animation is top-notch, with beautiful visuals and a fitting original soundtrack. The anime is a must-watch for fans of cyberpunk and science fiction genres, and for those who enjoy a well-crafted story with a unique premise.
Also read: Top 10 picks for anime thrill-Seeker.
2.Ergo Proxy
Ergo Proxy is a Japanese cyberpunk anime television series produced by Manglobe, directed by Shūkō Murase, and written by Dai Satō
Currently aired with 23 episodes from February to August 2006 on the Wowow satellite network
The anime is set in a post-apocalyptic future where humans and AutoReiv androids coexist peacefully until a virus gives the androids self-awareness, causing them to commit a series of murders. The anime falls under the genre of dark philosophical science fiction
The story is complex and thought-provoking, with a well-developed world and characters.
The anime explores themes of philosophy, psychology, and the nature of humanity. The animation is top-notch, with beautiful visuals and a fitting OST. The anime is known for its love of Mind Screw and its elements of Post-Cyberpunk, steampunk, and Film Noir
If you love cyberpunk and science fiction genres, and for those who enjoy a well-crafted story with a unique premise this anime is definitely a must watch.
1. Dororo
Genre: action, adventure, historical, and supernatural
The anime is a re-adaptation of the previous 1969 series and is produced by MAPPA and Tezuka Productions based on the manga of the same name by Osamu Tezuka
The story follows a young ronin named Hyakkimaru, who, along with a young child named Dororo, must face multiple demons in Sengoku-era Japan who have stolen his various body parts in order to get them back. The anime has 24 episodes and is known for its beautiful animation, action-packed scenes, and well-developed characters
The anime explores themes of revenge, morality, and the consequences of one's actions. The anime is a must-watch for fans of action and adventure genres, and for those who enjoy a well-crafted story with a unique premise.
Conclusion
Note these anime are not listed in any kind of ranking like best to worst or top ten; they are just listed in terms of the ones that hit harder. If you're a fun of staying up late to catch the latest episode of anime or you just like to watch anime late at night then I hope you found something new to watch this night.
Where to watch?
As you already know I always seek to please so if you wanna watch any of this animes here are site you can check them out yourself.
1.Netflix
2.Hulu
3.Crunchyroll
4.Funimation
If you're looking for free websites to watch anime then check out Animepahe