What are some of the best Christmas anime series and movies to watch in 2023? The holiday season is perfect for watching wholesome and feel good shows and films. Here is a guide on some of the best Christmas anime to watch in 2023.
Best Christmas anime series and movies to watch in 2023
Tokyo Godfathers
Tokyo Godfathers is the best movie to watch every Christmas season. It follows three homeless people on Christmas Eve after they find an abandoned baby in the trash. The story revolves around the trio’s endeavors as they try to find the abandoned baby’s parents. The plot is a wonderful addition to the Christmas vibe with a touch of comedy. It’s also a nice story that follows the “found family” trope.
Tokyo Godfathers is streaming on Tubi, The Roku Channel, and PlutoTV.
Yuri on Ice
After a series of losses, professional figure skater Yuri Katsuki pauses his career after feeling doubts about his skating skills. He idolizes Russian figure skating champion Viktor Nikiforov, and a video of Yuri skating to Viktor’s routine goes viral on the internet. Viktor then goes to Yuri and offers to be his coach. Viktor and Yuri’s relationship eventually develops and the latter part of the series is set in the Christmas season. By the end of the series, you’ll definitely be shipping Viktor and Yuri.
Yuri on Ice is streaming on Crunchyroll.
K-On
K-On follows the light music club as high school students form a band called Ho-kago Tea Time. It’s a wholesome and heartwarming slice of life series that wonderfully shows the friendship between a young group of girls. The soundtrack is fun to listen to and is a must-add to your daily anime playlist. The series has a cute Christmas episode where the main characters get together and bond.
K-On is streaming on Crunchyroll and HIDIVE.
For more anime content, check out our guide on the best new anime for December 2023.