Gentle Spirits Takashi Natsume can see Yokai (spirits). He inherits a "Book of Friends" from his grandmother, which contains the true names of spirits, binding them to his will. Instead of using it for power, he spends his time returning the names.

Power Fantasy Done Right A salaryman is stabbed and wakes up as a slime monster in a fantasy world. He gains the power to absorb any creature and their abilities, eventually building a monster nation.

The Geniuses' War of Hearts Two elite student council presidents are madly in love with each other, but neither wants to confess first, believing that the one who confesses "loses." They engage in daily psychological warfare to force the other to admit their feelings.

The New Critical Darling An elf mage, Frieren, outlives her adventuring party. Decades after defeating the Demon King, she takes on a new apprentice to understand the fleeting lives of her former human friends.

If you ask any anime fan for popular recommendations, they will likely point you toward "Shonen." Targeted at young males but enjoyed by everyone, these series focus on friendship, perseverance, and epic fights.