My love for anime and the mop on my head have prepared me for the ultimate task. No, it’s not trying to understand the Evangelion finale, but something equally monumental—ranking the best anime hairstyles. Bright colors, unique styles, all-around epicness—I’ve got my top 15 ready. Let’s get into it!
1. Yugi Muto from Yu-Gi-Oh!
Yugi Muto rocks the wildest hair. Black, blond, and mangenta spikes are sticking out like he’s permanently shocked, but make it fashion. How does it even work? Magic? Hair gel? The sheer willpower of the Pharaoh within? Who knows, but I’m here for it.
2. Goku from Dragon Ball
When this Saiyan warrior’s hair goes from black to blond, you just know someone’s ass is about to get kicked. Goku’s hair is like a barometer for his power level. And let’s be real—if that thing could talk, it would probably scream all the time.
3. Sailor Moon from Sailor Moon
Usagi Tsukino, the princess of moonlight justice and the ultimate space bun icon! I mean, tripping over her own feet, falling in love, and fighting evil without a single hair out of place? Sailor Moon, you’re doing it right.
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4. Giorno Giovanna from JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
The audacity to strut around with a hairstyle that could house a small family of squirrels—honestly, it’s a flex. Who says you can’t run the mob and serve looks? If this JoJo’s swirly locks don’t get their own spin-off, I’m writing a strongly worded letter.
5. Jessie from Pokémon
This girl is part of a trio that sucks at everything, but when it comes to the wildest ‘do in the entire Poké-world, Jessie wins. It’s like she wakes up every day thinking, “How can I make sure everyone knows I’m the villain?” and that gravity-defying swoosh happens.
6. Sunny from Toriko
Good thing Sunny’s feelers stretch over 700 meters, because he’s not sneaking up to anyone with those rainbow spaghetti noodles. His hair is so OTT that even the word ‘extra’ feels inadequate. It senses, attacks, and probably does his taxes, too?
7. Inuyasha from Inuyasha
This half-demon’s hairdo is the envy of every creature from the feudal era! Silver as the moon and full of drama, Inuyasha’s mane is a character in its own right—always there, always fabulous, no matter how many times he gets thrown into a tree.
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8. Mitsuri Kanroji from Demon Slayer
The Love Hashira who can slay demons and still look ready for a Coachella selfie! Mitsuri Kanroji’s locks are a mix of bubblegum pink and green—because why settle for just one outrageous anime hair color—and she nails both.
9. Senku Ishigami from Dr. Stone
Can you imagine Senku’s haircare routine? Step one: Apply genius, step two: Achieve world salvation, step three: Never, ever flatten. And what kind of hair gel is this boy using in the Stone World, because I need that level of hold in my life?
10. Saitama from One Punch Man
In a world full of OTT hairdos, Saitama’s smooth dome is the real standout. It’s a) aerodynamic, b) zero bad hair days, and c) saves on shampoo and haircuts. Anyone not on board with Saitama on this list—I can see your split ends from here.
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11. Kenshin Himura from Rurouni Kenshin
This wandering swordsman kas a vow not to kill, but no one said anything about his hair slaying 24/7. You could spot that red ponytail anywhere, making enemies think twice before messing with him. “Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Kenshin with the hair!”
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12. Nana Osaki from Nana
For someone who looks like she uses cigarette ash for dry shampoo, Nana’s choppy bob is surprisingly on point—stick-straight, jet-black, and glossy as a diamond. Bet you it’s the tears of her exes adding that extra shine. Rock on, queen.
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13. Ichigo Kurosaki from Bleach
Despite being the punchline of every hair dye joke in the Soul Society, Ichigo’s hair has its own badass charm. Gotta respect the audacity of that aggressively orange, spiky perfection. It’s almost like it’s constantly on high alert, ready for the next battle.
14. Edward Elric from Fullmetal Alchemist
Who says you can’t tackle homunculi without a hair out of whack? Every time Fullmetal Fabio claps his hands for alchemy, I half expect a hair straightener to pop out. The little fella (muahaha) must be working some serious magic on that golden braid!
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15. Dandy from Space Dandy
“To boldly go where no pompadour has gone before,” am I right? Dandy is out here proving that intergalactic travel is no excuse for a bad hair day. His ‘do is loud, proud, and so extra that you can’t help but love it.
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