Anime with the Most Satisfying Endings According to Otakus

Recently, members of a prominent anime commentary forum have engaged in a passionate debate about which anime possess the most satisfying endings. This topic has generated a lot of divergent opinions, highlighting the subjective nature of what constitutes a truly satisfying ending in the world of anime.

In analysing what conditions an ending must meet in order to be considered satisfactory, the participants of the forum have highlighted several key aspects. First of all, many agree that a satisfying ending should provide proper closure to the main plot and character arcs. This involves resolving the story's major conflicts satisfactorily and offering a sense of conclusion and completion.

Additionally, an ending that leaves a lasting impression on viewers is usually one that is consistent with the tone and style of the anime as a whole. It's important that the denouement feels organic and well-integrated into the narrative, avoiding unexpected twists or forced developments that can undermine the cohesion of the story.

Another crucial aspect is the emotional satisfaction that the ending provides to the viewer. This can manifest in a variety of ways, whether it's through poignant moments that resolve relationships between characters, shocking revelations that redefine the understanding of the story, or simply offering a sense of hope and optimism for the protagonists' future.

It's important to note that the perception of an ending as satisfying is inherently subjective and can vary significantly from viewer to viewer. What may be considered a perfect ending by one person may not be so for another. Therefore, it is critical to recognize and respect different individual opinions and experiences when discussing this topic.

"I just rewatched Buddy Daddies and I had completely forgotten how beautiful the ending is. It has the advantage of being an original anime and having only one season, but it was great to see how it all ended and where each one ended."
"Mob Psycho 100, Parasyte, and Assassination Classroom."
"Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion, Without a Doubt."
"I would mention Fruits Basket, Mob Psycho 100, Fullmetal Alchemist."
"Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood had the perfect ending and managed to tie up all the loose ends without wasting anyone's potential. And Code Geass, which needs no explanation."
"I very much agree with Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood, I've heard many times that people think it's too much of a Disney Happy Ending, but somehow that's the point the series makes at the end. They really deserved it. It's also the only anime that didn't leave me wanting more when it ended. Usually my obsessions with an anime last longer than the anime itself and then I turn to fanfic, but that was never the case with FMAB."
"STEINS; GATE, I'm convinced."
"JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean, without a doubt."
"Samurai Champloo, to name a few."
"The ending of Odd Taxi is still alive in my mind. Gurren Lagann also has such a beautiful ending that it can make a grown man cry (I'm the grown man)."
"I wish Odd Taxi had been a little more dramatic with the reveal of the artistic change. A minor detail, but I would have liked the last 15 minutes to be drawn more realistically or painted with a different palette, to get a little more contrast. Great series, if that's the worst I can say about it."
"Cowboy Bebop".
"Mob Psycho 100".
"Cyberpunk: Edgerunners".
"Shinsekai Yori has a spectacular ending."
"I'm glad to see that Shinsekai Yori hasn't been forgotten. One of the most unforgettable experiences I've ever had is watching this anime for the first time."
"Moriarty the Patriot. Sure, the ending is quite wildly different from the manga (which is better and still gets published), but I think it's still a lot of fun."
"Mob Psycho 100 had 3 amazing seasons without any drop in quality, fully telling its story."
"Legend of the Galactic Heroes is highly regarded for its ending. It's absurdly satisfying to remember everything that happened at the end of the series."
"K-ON! "It made me scream like a baby for the graduation of some girls from high school."
"Fruits Basket – The last season wrapped it all up very well thematically."
"Revolutionary Girl Utena – I can't say much without spoiling, but the last few episodes were amazing."
"Haibane Renmei – Like Utena, I just finished it and I loved it. Highly recommended."
"Violet Evergarden. The anime is insane and beautiful, the ending with the movie is heartbreakingly beautiful."
"Not mentioned yet: Astra Lost in Space."
"Toradora!, I really feel really bad for those who missed the post-credits scene."
"'Your Lie in April' delivers a strong and emotionally impactful finale that brings resolution to the show's themes and character arcs, despite its melancholy ending."
"Helsing Ultimate: a good conclusion that implies that the characters are still doing their thing."
"For a lesser-known anime, Kyousougiga."
"Migi to Dalí. I don't see many people mention this anime, but it had me on the edge of my seat every episode wondering where the story goes and wraps the story nicely within a 13-episode season. I definitely recommend it if you're interested in a mystery/thriller vibe."
"Yes, it's Ashita not Joe. The most iconic/influential/referenced ending of any manga/anime in the history of Japanese pop culture. There's nothing that comes close."
"The Love Live! Sunshine!! It sums it all up perfectly. Hopefully any future Sunshine spinoff (as Yohane did so well) will give us more opportunities to see the gang in action. You or Kanan as the protagonist in the next spinoff?"
"The ending of Evangelion is controversial in the West, but it concludes very well and there is EoE for a different ending. The Rebuilds also had a cathartic ending in exchange for 3.33 and parts of 3+1 being a mess."
"Mushishi. The ending is very beautiful and poetic and closes the series well, emphasizing its main themes."
"A Place Further Than the Universe and the Aria the Animation Original Series".
"Tearmoon Empire. Very satisfying for a new 1-season anime. I really loved it, but I can't get my brain to even imagine a series 2. I wouldn't mind an almost series 2 that takes place in the same world but ends up as a perfect book. It's not just a "the world has many stories" it's "this story resolves itself as far as the driving force of the plot is concerned. And we tell you, that means the lives of your favorite characters are wide open for all kinds of adventures and joys they want." How... Their lives have just begun. I love stories like that, and anime does a lot of that."
"Terror in Resonance, Pluto, Monster, Mob Psycho 100, Kaguya-sama: Love is War."
"CLANNAD, G Gundam, School Babysitters, School Rumble, Trigun, Slayers, Teasing Master Takagi-san, Sweetness and Lighting".