MAL Yearbook 2023

Anime Section

Most Meme-able
Anime that has the most meme potential

Charming Romance
Anime romance that made you feel lonely

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

Wake Up the Neighbors
OP/ED to blast on full volume and be a menace to society

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

Infinite Loop
OP/ED that you can't stop replaying

Character Section

Must Protect
Character who must be protected at all costs

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

Cutest Couple
Character pair that could not possibly be any cuter

Who's Your Hairdresser
Character with a remarkable hairstyle

Needs a Time Out
Character whose existence is synonymous with chaos

Dynamic Duo
Character pair with the most engaging screen time

Pats Please
Character that you just want to cuddle

Comments

  • it was all the same nothing changed its just. same me same world same this not a single thing is changed.

    emirw

  • Watch what you want to watch!!! Don't let some random on the Internet tell you otherwise.

    MegaEliteMES

  • Dark Gathering was so good, I completely forgot everything else from this year aside from Rokkudo's Bad Girls and Mashle

    TheProAntagonist

  • What a hell year!

    MoonelizaMC56

  • 2023 was easily one of the best year for anime

    SirComInPeace

  • 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

  • I still love to watch anime... Nice

    Mkgking

  • I don't need that 2024 be a Year Like JJK. I need a romance like Boku no Kokoro

    KuroD2804

  • you can't do it if you aren't taught then you can't do it, even if you are taught

    romzanalimohon

  • i am atomic

    kiritoislegit1

  • Tengoku Daimakyo FOR LIFE

    OvileeDay

  • Make it great again

    Globetrottermaxd

  • Great year overall, especially spring 2023. Waiting for jjk s3 in pain.

    PepeFrogTHe

  • *my quote turned into a cream puff and Mash ate it*

    GotSpinz

  • NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE NIGHTMARE

    MercMike

  • +371 anime shows completed +0 women

    Potatosnipez

  • If it s bad , it’s bad

    imVampsy

  • Yuuji 007, 0 power ups, 0 help from the script, 7 traumatic events ~Feli

    Feliponcio_

  • Awsome Anime year

    AbiUchia

  • It was Fun year

    Gorenko

  • I´m a Pie.

    connectedwizzard

  • So many hidden gems but you there still using that gold

    EveAR_HAN

  • It was a rollercoaster, an enjoyable one and worth the time.

    BlackSwordsman55

  • Crazy how much you can watch in a year. Some of these shows I feel I haven't seen in forever!

    IheartAnime77

  • Lady, look up the word "fair" in the dictionary and circle it!

    Sztalug

  • 2023 was a great time to be an anime enjoyer! Lets hope for an even greater 2024 full of anime! :)

    Jaynautovic

  • He who desires, but acts not, breeds pestilence.

    MidnightBomber8

  • as someone who loves anime i can say that i love anime - applecrabXD 2024

    applecrabXD

  • I enjoyed quite a lot of anime this Season and it was so fun!! Anime's from every genre had their own vibes and likeable stories haha I hope in upcoming years we all enjoy all kinds of different anime's like this ✨

    SuryaBlues

  • I hope next year will be alot of amazing anime

    Rzk-

  • romance da best

    CuteTokki

  • All anime are anime of the year!!!

    aimanalif

  • Mushoku Tensei

    DeNiro_

  • I regret nothing I watched this year

    LunarRaptor

  • I don't know why I am here. A weird circle appeared around my feet and then I was asked to vote on a bunch of things. Who would have thought my life would come to this.

    Hovlane

  • “Nah, I’d win”

    infinitywarlord

  • Where is Spy X Family 🤔 Anya is my must protect

    TheCros

  • Lets hope 2024 is just as good with anime as 2023!

    blacklotush

  • Jjk and pluto carried

    NotGoldxn

  • only luck free!!

    em_day257

  • Best year for manga readers

    Goldfish_202

  • 2023 was a good year for anime.

    SharkLord777

  • Sometimes when I'm home alone I like to fill my bathtub up, hop in, and flop around pretending I'm a beached whale

    AdLibTact

  • This year has been banger!!

    TuduTumru

  • Though I'm a cat person, Gege is the only cat I wanna kick hard

    Naganohara

  • "Live your life to the fullest and start making lemonades."

    AndreTheDisastah

  • Vai Corinthians!!!

    LucasGod

  • I hope next year gonna be more fun

    AprilEkstrakia

  • Best anime year

    Character0001

  • Malevolent Kitchen

    Kielbaska

  • Not me.

    Jewsefin

  • 2023 was a blast! I watched so many awesome anime and movies and had fun chatting with fellow fans. Writing comment for the anime Yearbook is such an unforgettable memory. I can't wait for more anime excitement in 2024!

    harkquieln

  • I really enjoy all the anime coming out in 2023, there are many choices of unique and interesting stories that make me not bored watching anime in just one genre, it's very entertaining

    RNerro

  • This year's demon slayer was mid. Anyone who likes this season should brothel & cross-dress themselves like our 3 MC's did last season.

    jaxjax2234

  • Thanks for all 2023 🙏

    yamikilluaa

  • That definitely was an anime of all time.

    TheRarestJeb

  • Accelerate to infinity

    Canabyk342

  • Anime makes us feel better so watch anime , stay healthy and do something good

    BlissCrow

  • Well year 2023 has so many good anime and OP/ED. I hope nest year better than this. 😅😅

    anime_list_id

  • New Stories, New Memories and New Feelings!

    Imortally

  • this voting introduced more animes to me

    halfpastnein

  • <3

    Jackspedicy26

  • And with that the 2023 season of anime comes to a close! ✨

    Jawdano

  • I all alone beweep my outcast state

    ibxbi

  • 2023 - a year of firsts and lasts

    LunaeLoon

  • Oshi no ko is the best anime in 2023

    Yolo_man5

  • RENTAROOOOO-CHANNNN

    romanthekalisto

  • This years was amazing. I hope 2024 onward also goes the same direction.

    Hunter_Sylar

  • The world is cruel without anime.

    anhtrann

  • I havent watched some stuff but I have seen a lot mentioned and seen bits and pieces of stuff to vote!

    Canaan

  • "Pobody's nerfect"

    TheVastBlobfish

  • These nominees are kinda mid ngl

    CaviarSandwiches

  • I need a bunny girl senpai.

    Ewai

  • didnt watch most of these lol.

    BeaTheKidd

  • 2023 was the best year for any anime fans. We got tramautized by anime like jujutsu kaisen and at the same time felt wholesome watching ‘The girl I like forgot her glasses.'

    Validusername_12

  • owo what's this, an actually great year for shoujo anime??? it's the end of my drought as i know it (ゝω・´★)

    LetheDiana

  • This has been a great year for anime and all of us

    superbusters654

  • I love Jujutsu Kaisen

    Existx

  • It’s not just anime it’s exponential inspiration

    AC5SHOT

  • Anime is always expanding to new horizons

    SEGA2004

  • Raise your words not your voice.It is the rain that grows the flower not the thunder.

    Saphhh

  • This year, anime enthusiasts enjoyed a diverse season with a shower of isekai, a sprinkle of romance, and an adventurous storm. A perfect blend of imaginative realms, heartwarming tales, and thrilling journeys.

    sawamura02

  • I… Am… Atomic

    Wert_

  • I watched less anime this year as I was busy but overall it was a good year. Not as good as 2022 though. But still enjoyed It.

    rafi369

  • Whenever life gets you down, just hold out for that one adaptation or second season you've been waiting to see forever. One good story can be worth living for.

    sweetprettygeek

  • Bocchi the rock is winning crunchyroll 2023 anime of the year.

    Gyutoe0918

  • This year was probably the highest peak for One Piece, but I believe, without a shadow of a doubt, when it ends it will somehow break the internet even harder.

    Friiiz

  • the song of bura in pluto

    Hafez_Sensei

  • "Idol" was missing from the Openings section.

    Leirbagtsu

  • I haven't watched 90% of these.

    Mnarko

  • a lot of best anime release in 2023!

    Alevenn

  • Pog Year with bangers

    KaiserAZR

  • anime is cool, I think.

    OrpheusGZ

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

    ANIKETT55

  • There are some potholes in life that you cannot avoid You just have to embrace for them -GOAT0010

    GOAT0010

  • Stand proud

    Super_shenron7

  • Had a good year 😌

    Hikki_2307

  • jjk peak

    Animathew

  • mahito was literally the only character i recognized in all of this i do not watch anime

    Crooze

  • If you be a nice kid, one day you can see the anime adaptation!

    FeeFeez

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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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