Dhruv Sharma
Ecchi is quite a popular genre because it very well defines the weird side, or the perverted side, of the world of anime. So it is no surprise that even though many anime may not be purely Ecchi, many of them include elements of it in the form of a secondary genre to lure a specific audience. Netflix has been on a roll for a while now, and they’ve added more anime to its giant catalog. Apart from including old anime shows that feature very little Ecchi, the streaming platform also produces shows with graphical representations of sex and nudity.
10. High-Rise Invasion (2021)
While the basic plot of ‘High-Rise Invasion’ has nothing to do with echi, the series has quite a lot of it. Based on the manga written by Tsuina Miura and illustrated by Takahiro Oba, the series is directed by Masahiro Takata. It follows 16-year-old Yuri Honjou, who is stuck in a world of skyscrapers and suspension bridges. While searching for a way to escape the rooftops, she also has to protect herself from the ruthless masked assailants bent on killing her and others like her.
To make things more urgent, it is revealed that Yuri’s brother is also somewhere out there, and she has to find him. ‘High-Rise Invasion’ offers more fanservice than expected and constantly tries to hit the balance between ecchi and action. To find out just how successful it is in doing that, you can stream the show here.
9. Overlord (2015-2022)
Based on the light novel series by Kugane Maruyama and so-bin, ‘Overlord’ centers on an online multiplayer role-playing game called YGGDRASIL. Set in the 22nd century, it follows veteran player Momonga, the sole player who gets stuck in the game after it shuts down permanently. He realizes that the game has not been deleted but has shifted to another world, and he cannot log out. Thus, he sets off to explore the new place and find out if there are other players, leading to a series of RPG-fueled adventures. There are graphic ecchi elements in ‘Overlord,’ including female characters who want to sleep with Momonga. You can stream the series here.
8. Great Pretender (2020)
Makoto “Edamame” Edamura is a con artist who has resorted to the world of fraud and crime for a long time. So when he tricks a tourist, he feels that it’s just another ordinary day only to realize that he was the one who is conned and the man he met is none other than Japan’s Greatest Swindler, Laurent Thierry. As his ego is hurt, Makoto challenges Laurent to prove that he is better than him. Interestingly, Thierry has no hesitation in testing himself against someone like Edamura. This marks the beginning of their adventurous rivalry that soon introduces Makoto to the world of international high-stakes fraud. ‘Great Pretender’ is not a typical ecchi show but includes Ecchi elements to tell an exciting story. There are several moments throughout its multiple episodes that are full of sexual innuendoes and semi-nude scenes. You can watch the series here.
7. Japan Sinks: 2020 (2020)
Like millions of others across Japan, the ordinary life of the Mutou family comes to a devastating halt when an earthquake hits the entire archipelago. With the country slowly getting submerged underwater, a struggle for survival ensues, and in the absence of any law enforcement authorities, matters escalate into fatal encounters within seconds. With both natural and human disasters surrounding millions of desperate people, only those willing to go to any lengths for their survival get to see another day. While the captivating story of survival typically revolves around the emotional struggle of innocent citizens of Japan, the film does touch upon erotic subjects and features nudity, which ecchi fans may find interesting. You can stream ‘Japan Sinks: 2020’ here.
6. Kakegurui (2017)
The Hyakkaou Private Academy is known for adopting some of the most unorthodox methods to prepare its students for the real world. That’s one big reason it is extremely popular, and only kids coming from the most royal families can join it. During the day, it is pretty much like every other school in the country, but at night, the dark corridors of the academy turn into grim dens where the kids learn the subtle art of gambling. Most kids try to excel at these games only to level up their overall grades, but the new beautiful transfer student, Yumeko Jabami, enjoys the adrenaline rush that she gets from these games. And it’s only a matter of time before her insane passion for gambling might even bring light on the corrupt forces that are controlling these games.
In most anime, fanservice is nothing but a central selling point, but ‘Kakegurui‘ is slightly different. It uses fanservice to portray the protagonist’s obsession with gambling. She is so passionate about it that she gets aroused by it. While fan service moments are forced in most other anime, the Ecchi elements in this one perfectly fit the tone. You can stream all the episodes here.
5. Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy (2022–2023)
Based on the eponymous manga series by Kazushi Hagiwara, ‘Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy’ is directed by Takaharu Ozaki. Set in a dark dystopian world run by magic, the series centers on Dark Schneider, an ancient dark wizard who was sealed away but is brought back after the dark forces of the Dark Rebel Army threaten to take over humanity by unleashing the wrath of Anthrasax, the God of Destruction. The Great Priest’s daughter, Tia Noto Yoko, resurrects Schneider, who was lying dormant within the body of her friend, 15-year-old Lucien Renlen. The catch is that Dark Schneider is the guy who founded the Dark Rebel Army, and one cannot tell if he will help humanity or team up with the army to claim Earth, or maybe he has his plan. The risk has to be taken because a lot is at stake, and only Schneider can defeat the Dark Rebel Army and even Anthrasax. But does it come to that? To find out, you can watch this gripping anime right here.
4. Devilman Crybaby (2018)
‘Devilman Crybaby‘. The show revolves around the adventures of a young boy who becomes an insatiable mix of humans and the devil known as the Devilman. And though this allows him to be much stronger than he ever was as an average human teen, he still has the heart of a child, making him the “Devilman Crybaby.” Just like its storyline, even the Ecchi elements of the anime just keep getting more intense with time. The show does not hesitate to delve into adult subjects and is quite famous. The series is accessible for streaming here.
3. The Seven Deadly Sins (2014-)
What makes ‘The Seven Deadly Sins‘ a great anime is its grasp on balancing its humor with its action. While its soul mainly weighs on its characters and fight scenes, even its plot is quite interesting. The fight scenes of the anime fit in with the stereotypes, where almost each lasts for several episodes. But it’s surprising to see that these fights always have a context to them and are not sporadically placed just to fill gaps in the plot.
Many fans appreciate the anime for everything it offers but its extreme use of fanservice has always been criticized. Some people have even claimed that some of its scenes are a clear portrayal of sexual harassment. While all of this does hold significance in the overarching plot, it has proven to be a letdown for many fans out there. But if that’s what you want in anime, you can watch the series here.
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2. Castlevania (2017 – 2021)
‘Castlevania’ is a dark fantasy anime that is inspired by a gothic horror game of the same name developed by Konami. The anime introduces viewers to a violent world of vampires, religious fundamentalists, and monsters where the interaction between the three leads to catastrophic consequences. Although the series is generally dark and filled with devious symbolism, the playful romantic interactions and implied sex scenes between Sipha and Trevor offer viewers moments of light-hearted fun. As if their chemistry was not hot enough, the show also has a sexually provocative nude scene between Lenore and Hector in which the former seduces the latter. So, ‘Castlevania‘ is not only a gold mine for fans who love shows with meaningful premises, but it also offers ecchi fans more than enough chances to enjoy the series. You can watch all the episodes here.
1. Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995-)
Neon Genesis Evangelion‘ is an original anime of the late 90s that was recently revived by Netflix. Following this, the series went viral and is now more popular and acclaimed than ever. While it’s still debatable whether it deserves to be so overly hyped or not, one cannot deny that it features some of the most memorable action scenes of all time. Even its opening and closing themes are still among the most played tunes in the history of anime. But apart from everything else, considering the fact that it is so old, ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ has quite a bit of fanservice as well. The Ecchi in this one comes off as downright creepy a lot of times, and the sole reason behind it is that the director of the show actually despises the whole idea of otaku stereotypes. But there are still more than enough ecchi moments in the anime that the fans of the genre would enjoy. You can head here to stream the show.
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