Since its establishment in 1956, Toei Animation has remained a powerhouse in the world of anime production. With its ability to create captivating and influential works, the anime by Toei Animation have stood the test of time eventually adding up to studio’s timeless legacy.

From the most celebrated classic shonen “Dragon Ball” to the epic tale of “One Piece”, the studio’s diverse range of anime creations has left an indelible mark on the global anime community. In today’s article, we’ll take a look at some of the most iconic anime by Toei Animation. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

10. The Kindaichi Case Files

Kindaichi Case Files is a classic detective and mystery-themed anime from the late 90s. The anime ran for a total of 148 episodes featuring the titular character Hajime Kindaichi in his quest to solve some of the most difficult and twisted mysteries as a private investigator.

Throughout the series, Kindaichi works with police to get into the mindset of the killers and solve respective murders while trying to live a teenager’s life. Kindaichi Case Files offers a series of whodunit stories that is sure to please the fans of detective fiction.

9. Lovely Complex

High school romance anime by Toei Animation is a rare occurrence and Lovely Complex makes up for most of it! The series tells the story of Risa Koizumi and Atsushi Ootani, two high school students who are constantly mistaken for a couple because of their height difference.

However, they’re both striving to find an ideal partner while cheering each other in finding love. The anime sees the vastness of teenage emotion through the eyes of these two protagonists as they navigate the challenges of adolescence in a fun high school setting.

8. World Trigger

World Trigger brings forward sci-fi elements in a futuristic setting. Taking place in modern-day Japan, the series highlights an alien invasion on Mikado City by strange creatures known as “Neighbors”.To combat them, an organization called the Border Defense Agency is formed.

One day, C-rank Border trainee Osamu Mikumo comes across a humanoid Neighbor named Yūma Kuga who is posing as a transfer student. Hiding this fact from the Border, he teams up with Kuga and together they fight to protect the city from the invasive beings.

7. Digimon

Digimon is one of the most popular media franchises sitting next to its predecessor “Pokemon”. The first anime series in the Digimon franchise, Digimon Adventure, was released in 1999 and since then Toei Animation has been involved in multiple projects over the years.

Based on a digital monster-collecting toy/game, the anime follows the adventures of a group of children who are transported to the Digital World. Led by Taichi Yagami and his hungry Digimon partner Agumon, they set off to find their way home and learn the reason why they were brought here.

6. Sailor Moon

Sailor Moon is the foremost anime by Toei Animation that features a full-fledged female cast. Revered as the pioneer of the modern magical girl genre, the story focuses on teenager Usagi Tsukino who fights evil by moonlight and wins love by daylight.

She’s teamed up with other Sailor Scouts as they protect the Earth from wicked forces.
From cautious nerds to hot-tempered goddesses, Sailor Moon introduces us to a colorful cast of self-reliant and strong female characters.

5. Fist Of The North Star

Martial arts stories often deal with fist fights and intense duels in an arena or open space in a modern-day setting however, Fist of the North Star is oddly unique for its post-apocalyptic theme. The anime takes place in a world that has been decimated by nuclear war with only a handful of survivors left.

Enter Kenshiro, the successor to the deadly martial art “Hokuto Shinken”. He dedicates his life to fighting against the various gangs, bandits, and warlords who threaten the lives of the defenseless and innocent, as well as rival martial artists.

4. Slam Dunk

Slam Dunk is a classic hit sports anime by Toei Animation. The series began airing in 1993 and gained a massive cult following among basketball and sports enthusiasts. For many, it became a source of inspiration to shape their lives as full-fledged athletes.

Penned by prolific mangaka Takehiko Inoue, Slam Dunk follows Hanamichi Sakuragi, a delinquent who joins his high school basketball team to impress his crush. He is joined by other basketball hopefuls and soon finds out there’s more to the game.

3. Mononoke

Mononoke is a critically acclaimed historical fiction series lauded for its meticulous art style which blends traditional Japanese painting with modern animation techniques. The story chronicles a sword-wielding medicine seller during a time in Japan when samurai were the only class legally allowed to carry weapons.

Simply known as the “medicine seller,” the protagonist wanders through Japan, exorcising evil spirits that attach themselves to negative feelings and settings. Mononoke is made up of individual chapters in which the medicine seller faces a myriad of supernatural perils.

2. One Piece

Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is a household name in Japan and certainly Toei Animation’s longest-running anime series. For the past 24 years, the dynamic adventurous world of One Piece is delivering seamless action, comedy, and drama to keep the fandom entertained.

The story stars Monkey D. Luffy, a young boy who aims to be the King of the Pirates. To accomplish his dream, he sets sail in search of strong and competent members for his crew. Together, they travel across the Grand Line to find the mysterious treasure “One Piece” left by the former pirate king, Gol D. Roger.

1. Dragon Ball

Dragon Ball is the most influential animanga series to be ever made. Toei’s first global success came through the production of Dragon Ball anime and since then the studio just kept growing. Eventually, the series spanned hundreds of episodes and directly contributed to several sequels.

The Dragon Ball anime series follows the adventures of Goku, a young Saiyan who trains in martial arts and searches for the seven Dragon Balls, which can grant any wish. Along the way, Goku meets many other allies and together they prevent the Earth from being conquered.

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