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1. Erased (Boku dake ga Inai Machi) Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Supernatural Why You Missed It: Released alongside bigger 2016 titles, it didn’t get the attention it deserved. Why You Should Watch: A suspenseful story of a man sent back to his childhood to prevent a tragedy. It blends mystery, time travel, and emotional storytelling perfectly. Perfect For Fans Of: Steins;Gate, Tokyo Revengers 2. The Great Pretender Genre: Crime, Drama, Comedy Why You Missed It: A Netflix release with little promotion compared to big shonen titles. Why You Should Watch: Stylish, colorful, and fun — it follows a con artist dragged into international heists. Wit Studio’s animation makes it visually stunning. Perfect For Fans Of: Lupin III, Cowboy Bebop 3. Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day Genre: Drama, Slice of Life, Supernatural Why You Missed It: Many fans overlook non-action anime. Why You Should Watch: A heartbreaking story about childhood friends reunited by the ghost of a girl they lost. Emotional, touching, and unforgettable. Perfect For Fans Of: Your Lie in April, Clannad 4. Barakamon Genre: Slice of Life, Comedy Why You Missed It: It’s quiet and wholesome, without flashy battles. Why You Should Watch: A calligrapher moves to a rural island and learns about life, creativity, and happiness from quirky villagers — especially one cheeky little girl. Perfect For Fans Of: Usagi Drop, Non Non Biyori 5. Zankyou no Terror (Terror in Resonance) Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Drama Why You Missed It: A 2014 gem overshadowed by mainstream hits. Why You Should Watch: Two teenage terrorists challenge Tokyo with riddles while hiding a tragic past. Tense, stylish, and thought-provoking. Perfect For Fans Of: Death Note, Psycho-Pass

“Underrated” anime are often hidden gems—shows that have a strong story, unique art style, and a loyal following, but never quite broke into the mainstream. They’re perfect for the viewer who feels like they’ve already seen all the big hits. Here are 10 of the best underrated anime that are absolutely worth your time: “Underrated” anime are often hidden gems—shows that have a strong story, unique art style, and a loyal following, but never quite broke into the mainstream. They’re perfect for the viewer who feels like they’ve already seen all the big hits. Here are 10 of the best underrated anime that are absolutely worth your time, along with where you can watch them: 1. Odd Taxi 2. Land of the Lustrous 3. Heavenly Delusion 4. Summertime Rendering 5. Mushishi 6. Golden Kamuy 7. Welcome to the N.H.K. 8. Vivy: Fluorite Eye’s Song 9. Asobi Asobase 10. Ergo Proxy