Looking for the sweetest love stories on Netflix? Here’s what romance anime fans are watching in July 2025 — new releases, fan favorites & hidden gems.
If your idea of a perfect evening involves soft lighting, a cozy blanket, and anime characters falling helplessly in love, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re into shy school crushes, fantasy-drenched love triangles, or emotional gut-punches that leave you quietly devastated (in the best way), Netflix’s July 2025 romance anime lineup is stacked.
I’ve been binging like it’s my full-time job (okay, maybe it kinda is), and these are the romance anime you need to check out right now. From buzzy new arrivals to timeless gems that never left the “Continue Watching” tab — here’s your romance fix, Netflix-style.
What’s Actually Trending Right Now (July 2025)
Blue Box (2024–2025) – The Romance/Sports Blend That’s Taking Over Feeds
Let’s be real: Blue Box is everywhere this month — and for good reason.
Originally airing late 2024 but now officially streaming on Netflix globally since July 5, this anime feels like Haikyuu!! met Kimi ni Todoke and decided to emotionally ruin us (gently). Taiki and Chinatsu’s story is the kind of slow-burn that makes every look and hallway encounter feel loaded. It’s sweet, it’s frustrating, it’s real.
Why it’s trending:
- Viral TikTok edits of the “shared umbrella” scene
- Beautifully animated sports sequences + emotional weight
- Fans are calling it “the new gold standard for high school romance”
“I didn’t expect to cry over badminton and love confessions but here we are.” — Literally every fan, July 2025.
Leviathan
- Not your classic shoujo, but the burgeoning romance between Alek and Deryn is riding high on Netflix’s steampunk waves
- Set in an alt-WWI world with airships and mechanical creatures, its tentative “opposites-attract” vibe has romance fans tracking every look and shared mission.
- Reviewers call it “watchable‑plus” the perfect mix of adventure and emotional chemistry
Lost in Starlight
- A South Korean animated film that quietly built a fanbase this summer
- Astronaut Nan‑young and musician Jay collide in a cosmic journey that’s as much about love as it is about healing and hope.
- High praise: 8.5 on Naver, 88% on Rotten Tomatoes—it’s a beautiful, emotionally rich entry on Netflix’s romance shelf
Best watched when you’re emotionally stable… or craving chaos.
Evergreen Favorites Still Streaming (And Still Worth It)
Your Lie in April – Because Pain Can Be Beautiful
Yes, it’s been around forever. No, you’re still not over it.
Your Lie in April is Netflix’s comfort-cry classic — the one we return to when we want to remember that love can be fleeting but transformative. Kousei and Kaori’s story blends music, memory, and meaning in a way that still hits like a truck full of cherry blossoms.
Warning: you will cry. Especially episode 22. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
Kaguya-sama: Love is War – The Smartest Dumb Romance Ever
Still streaming strong on Netflix in 2025, Kaguya-sama has aged like fine wine. If you’ve somehow never watched it: two genius students refuse to confess their love and instead wage psychological war over who will crack first. Romance, but with 4D chess and nosebleeds.
Why it holds up:
- Elite-level voice acting
- Never stops being funny (or oddly relatable)
- Perfect mix of tension, payoff, and character glow-ups
Horimiya – Domestic Bliss With a Side of Tattoos
If Blue Box is about tension, Horimiya is about resolution. Still on Netflix and still comforting as hell. Watching Hori and Miyamura go from awkward classmates to the softest couple in anime history is like getting a forehead kiss in 12 episodes.
“This show is like drinking hot chocolate after a long day.” — Me, every time I rewatch it.
Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai – Existential Love Done Right
Don’t let the title fool you — this one’s got layers.
It’s part supernatural mystery, part social commentary, part romance, and all-around unforgettable. Sakuta and Mai’s dynamic is both snarky and sincere, and the way it tackles emotional trauma through “adolescent syndrome” is low-key genius.
Still a fan-favorite in 2025. Still underrated.
Hidden Gem Corner: Romance You Might Have Missed
Romantic Killer – The Satirical Romcom That’s Way Too Real
Ever been annoyed at romance tropes? This anime turns that into a full-blown plot. When Anzu, a game-obsessed anti-romance girl, is forced into dating sim scenarios by a chaotic wizard — chaos, comedy, and (unexpectedly sweet) moments follow.
Why it deserves more love:
Breaks clichés while secretly embracing them
Female lead has zero chill and it’s amazing
Easy binge (12 episodes)
Final Thoughts :
Netflix’s romance anime on Netflix July 2025 lineup is showing real breadth—from high-school feels and poetic fantasy to cross-space love. The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity is the gentle crush story you never knew you needed. Leviathan might surprise you with its heart beneath the airship drama. And Lost in Starlight feels like a love letter to anyone who’s looked up at the stars.
Tried any of these? Think one of the classics needs a rewatch? Drop your faves or hidden finds below—I’m always scouting for what to feature next!
