Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is an older anime and therefore still includes a lot of the older, more annoying Yaoi tropes. Overall, it is a nice and interesting story, you will just have to get over some of those rather uncomfortable moments. | © Studio Deen
If you're looking for something completely different, then Antidote is the thing for you. It's a Chinese animation with a unique and fun story and while it is far from explicit it is still considered Yaoi. Definitely worth a watch. | © Seven Stone Entertainment
This is a movie, and it's quite good. Featuring an openly gay character is not something you often see in Yaoi, so it's refreshing to have this included. Definitely worth watching. | © Studio Hibari
If you are looking for a cute series with fun moments and great characters, then Sasaki and Miyano is the one for you. It's one of those "feel good" shows and is a step away from the usual overused and annoying Yaoi tropes. Green flags only. | © Studio Deen
While this isn't necessarily a BL anime, it has a lot of BL moments and just great chemistry between the two leads. Honestly, it's a great show that has some unique LGBTQIA+ inclusion. | © Bones
One of the newest Yaoi anime from 2024. This one had me quite worried with how people would react to the whole "ABO" thing — if you know, you know — but it's a very cute and carefree anime about building a family and gaining acceptance. | © Studio Deen
Yuri on Ice is another anime I wouldn't classify as BL outright. But it is one of the most impactful LGBTQIA+ works in anime in recent years, so we had to put it on the list. A truly iconic show. | © MAPPA
Cherry Magic is another great Yaoi where there are only green flags around. The new Yaoi trend is more laid back and slice-of-life shows, something the community can appreciate, especially with how depraved the early days of Yaoi were. | © Satelight
Banana Fish is amazing. If you're looking for crime drama, then this is the show for you. The BL aspects of the show aren't too important, honestly, because the overall story will just suck you in. | © MAPPA
Of course, Given had to be the number one on our list. Given has spawned multiple movies and seasons and has become truly one of the best shows out there. The story of loss and growth is amazing, and the music is top-notch. There is no other option for first place, is there? | © Lerche
There are multiple anime genres out there. Some are about love, others about fighting, and others about being transported to another world after dying. One genre that has become more and more popular in recent years is Yaoi, or rather "boys love". Each anime season, at least one BL anime seems release these days, but which ones are the must-watch Yaoi? Let's check them out!
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