MAL Yearbook 2023

Anime Section

Most Meme-able
Anime that has the most meme potential

Lost in Another World
Anime with world-building that captivated you

Weekly Retreat
Anime that made you feel better after a stressful day

Distinctive Designs
Anime with character designs you won't soon forget

OP/ED Section

Comfy Beats
OP/ED to listen to when you just want to chill

Character Section

Most Over-the-Top Reaction
Character with the most exaggerated and comical responses

Who's Your Hairdresser
Character with a remarkable hairstyle

Dynamic Duo
Character pair with the most engaging screen time

Comments

  • Can't Escape From Crossing Fate

    ReLite_The_Hero

  • It's so interesting to see so many different anime that brought different people together and share feelings and thoughts with one another. The winners of the votes are obviously the ones that have resonated a lot with peoples' hearts.

    Verriere

  • Beyond this place of wrath and tears Looms but the horror of the shade, And yet the menace of the years Finds and shall find me unafraid.

    Shatterstar13

  • I've fallen back in love with anime this year, and what a year 2023 with its line ups. Here's to a great 4 seasons in 2024!!

    lobotomylover

  • MAL is the best anime list website ✨️

    CherrieX

  • Solo Leveling Will Give Us Chills Through Our Spine... REMEMBER THE NAME, SUNG JIN-WOO, y'all be hearing whole year this name..

    HeroMonarch

  • Just because yesterday Was a Bad Day Doesn't mean Tommorow will be the Same Day as Well.

    MrCubby

  • 素晴らしい一年でした

    hydrahysa22

  • You are my special...

    ronnymoravec

  • If you see this, just know that we had a great anime season.

    Takayaka

  • "Thick Thighs Save Lives" - Holy Thighble

    Masterbos175

  • Let's hope to a new year of exciting anime!!

    Izaisdumm

  • You have no enemies

    _X1_

  • I am Ayanokoji

    VaporyCoder

  • Oshi no ko is the best anime in 2023

    Yolo_man5

  • Life is like a bunch of recommended anime you never know what you are gonna get.

    Dalek_Sec

  • YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

    Merkyy

  • Slice of Zah

    DaddyLafe

  • great year

    C_Lab

  • First few months of watching anime

    DangerouSam007

  • " the one who wears a human shell of flesh...." - Oberon ( The ancient magus bride)

    LADAN-S

  • didnt watch most of these lol.

    BeaTheKidd

  • watch one piece.

    ritarinaaaa

  • It's so hard for me for choose one for one nominate >< I love them so much!! but it's fun, so I participate on this!! gokigenyo ♡

    mi-chandesu

  • "Nothing Happened" -Everyone's favorite green head

    9Shawarma

  • I’m just filling this box.

    Sasquatch0

  • A whole lot of peak this year but I 2024 is gonna have even more peak.

    Naman_2039

  • Viva el anime!

    Davi_92

  • Wake up to reality! Nothing ever goes as planned in this accursed world. The longer you live, the more you realize that the only things that truly exists in this reality are merely Pain. Suffering and Futility.

    brash10

  • Iden Teitei Meltdown (Onimai OP) should have been nominated for the "wake up the neighbors" or "infinite loop" category.

    NekoJash

  • The world is a small place.

    Stuntdrath

  • I have eyes, therefore I see

    MissisMuu

  • The year 2023 been one of the best years for Anime.

    Sei_Shinohara484

  • Phew! 2023 really gave us a lot of simp-worthy man, huh?😂

    silverwhip21

  • HOPE FOR A GOOD YEAR FOR ANIME!

    Futsushio

  • Nah, I’d win

    AsianBoiKoi

  • Cookies and Rimuru got me going crazyyyyyyy

    CookieBeast555

  • Enjoy your life with some anime

    Nanashi21

  • This was a year in anime in which I found myself watching more and more genres than I had ever previously!

    ivydaemons

  • Most of the past hurt as all but it can help to recover and face the present and the future. Have a goal and stand for it.

    kumashi_perona

  • who are these people

    featherycrimes

  • Skip to loafer best anime

    missnescau

  • moga 2024 steel ball run dianimasikan dengan baik

    jizt

  • 2023 is gone but the anime of 2023 will always be in our thank you to their anime studios for enlightening us with these wonderful anime. These anime should be protected at any cost

    DLEGEND_EDITS

  • good year

    Minitep

  • Waku waku

    DarkHikaru

  • Don't believe in the you that believes in me and don't believe in the me that believes in you. Believe in the you that believes in yourself! - Kamina, Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann

    aFriendlySoap

  • Monogatari solo... araragi solo.... kizumonogatari solo all of them

    Ayham2007

  • Zom 100 pulled me back into seasonal anime only to not actually finish during the summer. At least it stuck the landing on Christmas!

    Cayusashi

  • tbh i havent watched most of these options but slayyyy!

    KawaBear

  • didn't like the OP/ED nomination, there's so much more better OP/ED in my opinion but that's ok though.

    qorirugore

  • SET YOUR HEART ABLAZE~•

    pumpkin_CAT0_0

  • It was a fun year for anime. I hope it continues like this.

    Jethro098

  • What a hell year!

    MoonelizaMC56

  • I'm let y'all finish but Tomo-chan was anime of the year 2023!!!!!

    Sasukeyeah

  • my favorite anime is Arcane

    DanaeSees

  • And then, I expel these three items from the barrier!.. I look forward to your next use!

    philosolog

  • Thanks for all of the memories!

    Maximilion

  • I wish blue lock and ron kamonohashi seaon 2 would come soon

    thatoneidiot3

  • 2023 HAD THE CUTEST ANIME PETS(AND FAMILIARS ofc). MY FAVS WERE SUI(campfire cooking), YUKICHI( masterful cat), HAKUTOU (my boss is goofy), SATONOSUKE(skip to loafer)etc...

    helloevery-nyan

  • I guessed on like half of these honestly…

    Nicky_Boi

  • Know your place fool!

    _Nightlight_

  • In 2023 I started my anime journey and since then I’m fan of anime and I’m never gonna stop watch it.

    MrPanda_

  • I am robot.

    Caiux

  • Still no one piece

    KiwiBoy88

  • Anime girls are cute, like femboys irl.

    Nevelin

  • Bring back Hyouka

    SorryNT

  • WE GONNA MAKE A LOT OF CREAM PUFFS!!!

    KhoaMegumin

  • Among us ඩ

    Kinurii

  • 2023 was an absolutely amazing year for anime. So many great anime spanning a wide variety of genres. My favorite of the year was Dangers in My Heart so I totally recommend that. Although whichever you pick would probably be a good watch. Thanks MAL for yet another great year.

    Unitz_DAL

  • 2023 was a remarkable year for anime and I hope that the following years are just as memorable

    LieutenantPanda8

  • when amogus anime?

    mrmolester

  • Lots of interesting stories, and also some scenes in some anime that are quite satisfying, cute heroine and strong MC, anyway, it's very exciting in this yearbook, waiting for the next yearbook.

    rafikri

  • Some selections were a bit off...but it works

    herbalmint

  • Frieren best girl!

    leonn69

  • Have seen many great title in 2033 but I won't forget Ragna Crimson, Fieren The Slayer, Mashale, Death Mount Parody, and many other titles which I can't write in this small box.

    AnemoByte

  • Nah, I'd win Wheres Bungo Stray Dogs

    Stormy1234

  • happy bday

    upo_

  • The third sibling of my friend mother friends that his acquaintance said that my comment would never be published.

    Jabilty

  • Go watch Trigun Stampede and Undead Murder Farce

    ehimmel

  • This year was quite the year! But I enjoyed it wholeheartedly. Every anime that aired in 2023 made a new impact, to I'm pretty sure everyone in some way. I look forward to experiencing new adventures with my 2D buddies! Gambare! ☆

    AveryRika

  • BLEACH TYBW and Horymiya>Everything

    Sirbaconbread

  • gurren lagann #1 worldwide

    kamigb

  • Slice of Life is the best genre of Anime.

    MrRian

  • Epic otaku living for anime's magic! 🌟 Immersed in captivating worlds, I'm a weeb at heart. I Relish the Magic ANIME Unveils.💫✨

    SubhoDas2004

  • the west is saved :3

    Konnichiwa_Init

  • “I am always putting on the smile that will please people the most. I am… made of lies, after all.”

    Krih

  • A truly wonderful year, full of entertaining anime and unforgettable moments.

    Framix2oo41

  • Nah I'd Win

    Darkshine07

  • “Frieren-sama has woken up early! We must be sure to praise her.” -Fern

    DarttheLegend

  • University equals depression

    F41NZ

  • Watch Fire Force and read Gachiakuta!

    Sandyawns

  • If mahito doesn’t get the timeout y’all need help

    Ltucker77

  • Happy to be an anime fan

    IndianWeeb

  • A good year for anime

    brendanalex

  • 2023 is a good year for Anime

    Xayahnatix1

  • I like anime and to me watching anime is the most fun thing do 😊

    ANIKETT55

  • Long live Year of Yuri!

    Molmoran

  • It was a crazy anime year I still have so much to catch up tho 😀

    Phanfap8

  • Every anime is amazing... It just needs to have a good story, which is hard to find...

    Senpaika

What is the MAL Yearbook?

MAL Yearbook is an annual project where MyAnimeList members can reflect on the past year of anime. Using categories selected from the community and winners decided by you, together we will create a special digital MAL Yearbook that we can enjoy in years to come.

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