Dhruv Sharma
Netflix is one of the most popular streaming services, offering the best series and movies to viewers across the world. The streaming giant has now even ventured into producing anime, acknowledging its immense popularity. That said, here we will look at the best anime for adults available on the streaming service. Please keep in mind that we have restricted ourselves to only mature anime. These are not Hentai. Let’s also be clear that just because these movies on this list have sexual content and sometimes graphic nudity doesn’t necessarily mean they are not good.
19. Ôoku: The Inner Chambers (2023- )
Based on the manga by Fumi Yoshinaga and directed by Noriyuki Abe, ‘Ôoku: The Inner Chambers’ is set in a fictional Edo period of Japan. When a plague that claims the lives of men takes over the country, the women take control of society, including the shogunate. In such a setting, we have Yoshimune, the shogun, who keeps a harem of three thousand beautiful men in the Ōoku, quarters within the Edo Castle traditionally made for women. With themes of gender roles and abuse of power taking center stage, ‘Ôoku: The Inner Chambers’ crafts a visually stunning and captivating character-driven political drama that, as the plot suggests, incorporates mature elements, including sex. It can be streamed here.
18. Komi Can’t Communicate (2021-2022)
Based on the manga series by Tomohito Oda, ‘Komi Can’t Communicate’ centers on high school girl Shoko Komi, who has social anxiety and a lot of trouble interacting with her batchmates. One of them, Hitohito Tadano, takes it upon himself to help Shoko gain 100 friends by improving her communication skills. Sexually suggestive and with a lot of sexual innuendos, ‘Komi Can’t Communicate’ offers a pretty bold representation of a high school where students are slowly getting to know and explore their sexual side and urges. You can stream the series here.
17. The Quintessential Quintuplets (2019-2021)
Based on the Japanese manga series by Negi Haruba, ‘The Quintessential Quintuplets’ follows high school student Fuutarou Uesugi, who is forced to tutor quintuplet sisters- Itsuki, Miku, Yotsuba, Nino, and Ichika, all of whom have no interest in studying whatsoever and no fear of failing either. What adds to Uesugi’s struggle is that before he said yes to the high-paying tutoring job, which would help take care of his family’s finances, he got into a confrontation with one of the girls, Itsuki, who has since developed a dislike for him. It is up to him to get them to graduate by whatever means he can afford. The manga series won the Shōnen Manga award at the 2019 Kodansha Manga Awards. You can watch ‘The Quintessential Quintuplets’ here.
16. Blue Eye Samurai (2023)
Created and written by the talented couple Michael Green and Amber Noizumi, ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ is an action anime based on the themes of revenge, identity, and redemption. The show is set in Japan’s Edo Period and primarily revolves around a young woman named Onna-musha Mizu, who is burning with the desire for revenge. Born in circumstances that filled her with hate, she sets out on a path of vengeance while surreptitiously challenging all the social challenges of the time. The action-packed series has a memorable story to tell. It does not shy away from addressing mature subjects, which means it should only be watched by an 18+ audience. The anime features several sexually provocative moments, and there is a nude scene in almost every episode. Feel free to stream the anime here.
15. One Piece (1999 -)
‘One Piece’ is definitely not the name that comes to mind when there is a discussion about sexually explicit anime. It is one of the longest-running anime of all time and is widely regarded as one of the greatest shows ever made. The series revolves around the carefree pirate Monkey D. Luffy and his one-of-a-kind companions, who set out on a mission to find the coveted One Piece treasure. While the anime is a fun show with many breathtaking fight scenes, there are also instances where it features sensual scenes. Although there are no sexually explicit sex scenes, there are a ton of mild or semi-nude moments that should only be watched by a mature audience. Probably the most popular ones among these are scenes that include Boa Hancock and Nami, both of whom have been involved in sexually charged moments on multiple occasions. You can stream the series here.
14. The Seven Deadly Sins (2014 – 2021)
Based on Nakaba Suzuki’s popular manga series of the same name, ‘The Seven Deadly Sins’ or ‘Nanatsu no Taizai’ is an action-adventure anime that recounts the story of the titular warriors who turned against the Kingdom of Brittania, hoping to overthrow the ruler of Liones. The revered Holy Knights of Britannia, who defeated them, eventually ended up doing the coup d’état themselves and became the new tyrannical rulers. But it turns out that the legendary knights who were once defeated are still alive and are not going to allow the depressing status quo to be accepted.
The Shounen series needs a little introduction, and it’s not a surprise that it continues to be one of the most popular anime programs to watch. However, it is seldom mentioned that the show also does not shy away from its fair share of fanservice moments. With some of the most voluptuous female anime characters in its cast, ‘The Seven Deadly Sins’ or ‘Nanatsu no Taizai’ is a must-watch for people who wish to stream a sexy anime that also has a deep and intriguing premise to keep them hooked. The show is accessible for streaming here.
13. Kengan Ashura (2019 -)
Yabako Sandrovich’s ‘Kengan Ashura’ introduces viewers to a brutish and dystopian world where disputes among the wealthy are settled through deadly gladiator battles. Every episode of the action-packed series gives viewers an adrenaline rush and leaves them wishing for more. The martial arts anime naturally has countless gladiator fights where shirtless men compete against one another. As if this is not already tempting enough, ‘Kengan Ashura’ has implied sex and semi-nude scenes that have often gone viral with fans over the years. Anime fans who feel that the show sounds exciting and plan to watch it can head here.
12. Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995)
When monstrous celestial beings called Angels attack Tokyo-3, the only ray of hope that remains for its people is the NERV, a mysterious organization. The group employs humanoid robots dubbed Evangelion to fight against existential threats with the help of a revolutionary protective barrier and state-of-the-art advanced weaponry. ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ follows a 14-year-old skilled pilot named Shinji Ikari, who also happens to be the son of Gendou Ikari, the leader of NERV. Often called the greatest science-fiction series ever made, the show has had a significant influence on the evolution of anime in the past few decades. While the focus of the show is generally around a conflict between Angels and humans, the anime delves deeper into far more complicated philosophical and psychological subjects. Interestingly, it also features a number of mature scenes that are pretty hot. You can watch all the episodes here.
11. Kakegurui (2017 – 2019)
Hyakkaou Private Academy is unlike other schools as its pupils include children of some of the wealthiest people in the world. In order to educate the potential future leaders of the world, the academy has a unique curriculum that emphasizes mastering the art of manipulation and dealing with money through its culture of gambling. This creates a cut-throat competition at the school, so when an exchange student named Yumeko Jabami challenges the status quo with her unique gambling style, tensions rise. ‘Kakegurui‘ is a well-known name in the mystery genre, but it’s also quite famous for its hot fanservice moments, which are quite frequent throughout the show. Viewers who are eager to watch it can head here.
10. Baki (2018)
‘Baki‘ is a typical shounen manga about a teenager by the name of Baki Hanma who wants to be the best fighter in the entire world, but to get that title, he needs to work extra hard since the one who currently holds the title is his dad Yujiro Hanma. There are a total of 26 episodes in this Original Net Animation (yes, it does not follow the manga), with each episode being 24 minutes in length. In this series, we also see Baki training tirelessly to become a better version of himself and become the strongest fighter in the world. But his fame brings in some unwanted visitors who want to test his skills. These are five of the most dangerous criminals in the world who find their lives boring because no one can defeat them. So, they come to fight Baki. If you wish to watch an action-filled anime where Baki and his friends fight against the most dangerous criminals on Earth, then you can head here.
9. Japan Sinks: 2020 (2020)
After an earthquake rocks the entire Japanese archipelago, the whole of the Southeast Asian nation is on its knees within a few hours. With the country literally sinking slowly, people run for cover, and the large crowds of survivors include the peaceful Mutou family. Unfortunately, the odds are stacked heavily against their survival as one tragedy strikes the desperate family after another. As people die around them because of hunger, exhaustion, and accidents, can the Mutou family survive the worst of faces of natural calamity? The series addresses the question in a very compelling and innovative way, as the anime is highly engaging to watch. However, in all the chaos, there are several episodes where the characters get to experience a sense of normalcy. One of them includes an intense lovemaking scene that should only be watched by a mature audience. If you wish to watch the science-fiction drama show, all the episodes are accessible here.
8. Lookism (2022-)
Based on the eponymous South Korean webtoon by Taejun Pak, ‘Lookism’ follows Park Hyeong-seok (voiced by Garrett Gallego), a high school student. Bullied and harassed due to his looks, Hyeong-seok almost gives up on life. He has no hopes regarding the situation as there is no way out, or so he thinks. One day, he wakes up and looks in the mirror but cannot recognize himself. What he sees is a tall and handsome fellow. How is this possible? No one knows, but now, he won’t be bullied anymore, at least. Hyeong-seok thus decides to live two lives. The one condition is that he wakes up in the other body once he falls asleep. How hard can managing two bodies be? You can ‘Lookism’ here to find out.
7. Great Pretender (2020– )
The sexiness of ‘Great Pretender’ relies on how sleek the main bunch of criminals are. The ONA is an original anime that follows a team of con artists who travel across the world conning questionable people, following the codes established by the group’s leader, Laurent Thierry. A French native, Laurent is charming, persuasive, and a top-class thief. It’s a good thing that Laurent has decided to use his talents for relatively positive things. Otherwise, he could have undone human society as we know it. The protagonist of the story is Makoto Edamura, a Japanese con man recruited into the group by Laurent. It is while being part of Laurent’s team that Makoto meets Abigail Jones, who lost her parents during the Baghdad bombing. In the course of the series, a complex relationship begins to take shape between Abigail and Makoto. You can watch the show here.
6. Beastars (2019-)
Developed from a manga series written and illustrated by Paru Itagaki, ‘Beastars’ takes place in a world inhabited by civilized, anthropomorphic animals. A distinctive cultural difference exists between carnivores and herbivores. Because meat can only come from herbivores, its consumption is illegal. That doesn’t mean that one can’t obtain it through unlawful methods. The plot revolves around Legoshi, a large gray wolf, and his complex relationships with two herbivores: Haru, a dwarf rabbit, and Louis, a red deer. Legoshi develops romantic feelings for Haru, who was previously dating Louis. In such a fragmented society, Legoshi and Haru must face numerous obstacles to be together. ‘Beastars’ unfolds like an adult morality play as social issues are depicted through anthropomorphic animals. There are also a few sexual-themed scenes in the ‘Beastars,’ rounding up its layered narrative. The anime is accessible for streaming here.
5. Dragon’s Dogma (2020 -)
After his brutal death, a man is resurrected as Arisen and seeks revenge on the dragon who stole his heart. But as he confronts one demon after another on his long road of vengeance, he runs the risk of losing his humanity in the process. The dark fantasy anime captures his journey as he rises from the dead and decides to take back his honor, but can he achieve his seemingly impossible goals? While the drama that unfolds is undoubtedly worth watching, there are a number of implied lovemaking scenes, along with other fanservice moments, that you may find interesting. If you wish to learn how the story of revenge unfolds, you can stream the anime here.
4. Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy (2022-)
A Netflix original net animation, ‘Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy’ or ‘Bastard!! Ankoku no Hakaishin’ is based on the Japanese manga series of the same name written and illustrated by Kazushi Hagiwara. The story follows Dark Schneider, the most powerful wizard in the world. After his defeat 15 years earlier, Dark Schneider was sealed away within the body of Lucien Renlen, who happens to be Schneider’s reincarnation. When his former underlings begin their own march of conquests, humans realize that their only path of salvation requires Schneider’s release. So, they free him from his cage in the hopes that he will defeat his subordinates. However, how destiny unfolds rarely follows any person’s desire. ‘Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy’ is a raunchy, sexy anime with numerous suggestive scenes in it. You can watch the show here.
3. Devilman: Crybaby (2018)
‘Devilman: Crybaby‘ is a Netflix original anime. Though there is an old version of this same franchise, the new one is much better. It has better animation and character design. This anime is filled with violence, gore, and sex to the brim. There are a total of 10 episodes in it, each of which is 25 minutes in length. Devilman is a person who has a strong will and can control the devil that possesses them. Thus, the devil’s power is their own.
Akira Fudou is kind and is always willing to help anyone in need. So, he doesn’t hesitate when his friend asks him to accompany him to a party where he plans to get evidence about devils. But soon, things take a wrong turn as devils start possessing and butchering people. To save his friend, Akira lets the devil Amon possess him and then uses his power to defeat the other devils. Akira then transforms into a devil man, and along with his friend, he decides to neutralize the supernatural threats to humanity. Watch it here.
2. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (2022)
Developed from the video game ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ by CD Projekt Red, ‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ is set in the futuristic Night City, California, known for violent crime and widespread corruption. The protagonist of the story is David Martinez, a seemingly ordinary teenager who finds military speedware. After his mother’s death, which could have been avoided if David had access to better resources, David gets the speedware implanted in himself, which garners him the interest of the mercenaries. David encounters a mysterious girl named Lucy, who guides him into the world of edgerunners. There are plenty of nudity and sex scenes littered across the narrative of the series. The sexual themes also add layers to the main plot thread in ‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’: the developing relationship between David and Lucy. If you wish to stream it, then all the episodes are accessible here.
1. Castlevania (2017-2021)
Although ‘Castlevania’ is, technically, the result of a collaborative effort between American and South Korean animation studios, Japanese animation and Ayami Kojima’s artwork has served as significant sources of inspiration for the animation and the art style in the series. Based on the Konami video game of the same name, ‘Castlevania’ revolves around three people: Trevor Belmont, the scion of the monster-hunting Belmont family; Adrian “Alucard” Țepeș, a dhampir or a child born from the union between a human and a vampire, and Sypha Belnades, a witch hailing from the nomadic group known as Speakers. They band together when they discover that Vlad Dracula Țepeș, who happens to be Alucard’s father, intends to destroy humanity to take revenge for the killing of his wife. The series is littered with passionate, sensual sequences, but they reach their zenith in season 3 when a lonely Alucard lets a pair of twins from a land far away stay at his home. You can watch the show here.
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