Ramadanʼs a holy month for Muslims all around the world, where they fast from dawn until dusk. Itʼs a time for spiritual reflection, self-improvement, and reconnecting with oneʼs faith. As people observe the month of Ramadan, they often look for ways to spend their leisure time without compromising their religious obligations. For anime fans, this might mean finding entertainment options that are both enjoyable and safe to watch during the holy month.
In this article, Iʼve compiled a list of anime movies that are suitable for Ramadan and wonʼt break your fast, so you can enjoy your favorite shows while staying true to your religious duties.
Not necessarily halal, but at least anime on the following list are exciting shows that donʼt feature many unpleasant scenes. I hope that we always guard our views and thoughts in order to avoid temptations that can disturb our concentration and devotion in worship.
Healer Girl (ヒーラー・ガール)
Healers are people who can heal illnesses and wounds through singing. They are responsible, like doctors, for improving the quality of human life.
Kana Fujii, Reimi Itsushiro, and Hibiki Morishima are high school students who are training to become Healers at the Karasuma Sound Medical Center. With the help of Class C Healer Sonia Yanagi, they learn how to treat others and achieve their dreams.
Aharen-san wa Hakarenai (阿波連さんははかれない)
Reina Aharen is a girl who doesnʼt understand the meaning of personal space. This soft-spoken girl often appears too far or too close to her friends. The only person who seems to understand Reinaʼs intention is Raido Matsuboshi. For example, on one day, Raido picks up a dropped eraser for Reina. However, Reina thinks Raidoʼs gesture indicates that they are close friends.
Aoashi (アオアシ)
Ashito Aoi comes from a village and wants to attend a high school with the best soccer club. However, his dream is shattered when his middle school team Nevertheless, Ashitoʼs playing caught the attention of Tokyo City Esperion, a J1 League soccer team, and their manager Tatsuya Fukuda. He offered Ashito the opportunity to participate in a tryout held by the team in Tokyo loses due to a blunder made by Ashito.
Ya Boy Kongming! (パリピ孔明)
After losing the Battle of Wuzhang Plains, the Shu strategist Zhuge Liang, also known as Kongming, prayed for reincarnation into a more peaceful life in his final moments. He then finds himself young again and stranded in modern-day Tokyo.
Zhuge Liang then meets Eiko Tsukimi, an amateur musician. Through Eiko, he realizes the potential of their second life in this modern world.
Deaimon (であいもん)
After graduating from college, Nagomu Irino runs away from his familyʼs wagashi (traditional Japanese confectionery) business, Ryokusho, to pursue his dream of becoming a musician in Tokyo. Upon hearing the news that his father left the shop in a sick state, Nagomu returns to his hometown in Kyoto.
Upon his return, Nagomu is surprised to find a girl named Itsuka Yukihira taking care of his familyʼs shop. Itsuka was raised by Nagomuʼs mother while he was in Tokyo. Now, Nagomu and Itsuka must compete to determine the successor of Ryokusho.
Love All Play (ラブオールプレー)
In middle school, Ryo Mizushima joins a badminton club filled with motivated players but no coach. Nevertheless, Ryo manages to lead his school to the prefectural tournament. Now, Ryo has entered Yokohama-Minato High School and joined its prestigious badminton club. With guidance from the legendary coach Hitoshi Ebihara and talented teammates, Ryo is motivated to take his school to the national tournament.
Hitoribocchi no Marumaru Seikatsu (ひとりぼっちの○○生活)
The next anime that is safe to watch during the fasting month is a series called Hitoribocchi no Marumaru Seikatsu. In the story, you will see the adorable and innocent story of the main character, a teenage girl named Nako Sunao.
Isekai Quartet (異世界かるてっと)
Isekai Quartet is a light-hearted anime recommendation. The short series is a collaboration of the best Isekai anime and is presented in a comedic parody format.
Hi Score Girl (ハイスコアガール)
High Score Girl is a great anime for fans of video games. Itʼs a perfect choice to accompany you during the fasting period or while waiting for the break of fasting (iftar). There are also many kawaii girls in this anime!
BanG Dream! (バンドリ)
An anime with a theme about cute and adorable girls is Bang Dream. There are no scenes that could challenge oneʼs desires or temptations, but it can make you an idol enthusiast.
- Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims, focusing on fasting from dawn until dusk and enhancing spiritual reflection and faith.
- Anime fans seek engaging entertainment during Ramadan that aligns with their religious commitments.
- The article lists anime movies suitable for Ramadan, promoting enjoyable viewing that respects religious obligations.
- While not necessarily halal, the suggested anime contain minimal unpleasant scenes.
- Follows high school students Kana, Reimi, and Hibiki, training to become Healers who heal through singing at Karasuma Sound Medical Center.
- Centers on Reina Aharen, a girl with poor understanding of personal space, and her relationship with Raido Matsuboshi, who interprets her actions as friendship.
- Features Ashito Aoi, a village boy aspiring to join a prestigious soccer club, whose dreams are tested after a blunder during his middle school team’s match but catches the attention of a J1 League team’s manager.
- Relates the story of Zhuge Liang, a strategist who wishes for a peaceful life and is reincarnated in modern Tokyo after losing a historical battle.
- Zhuge Liang discovers the potential of their second life in the modern world through his encounter with amateur musician Eiko Tsukimi.
- Nagomu Irino leaves his family’s wagashi business to pursue music in Tokyo. Upon learning his father is ill, he returns to Kyoto, finding Itsuka Yukihira managing the shop. The two must compete for the role of successor.
- Ryo Mizushima leads his middle school badminton team to a prefectural tournament. Now at Yokohama-Minato High School, he aspires to reach the national tournament with the help of legendary coach Hitoshi Ebihara and skilled teammates.
- Features the sweet and innocent tale of teenage Nako Sunao, making it a safe and heartwarming option during fasting.
- A light-hearted collaboration of popular Isekai anime presented in a comedic parody format.
- Ideal for video game fans, this anime offers a nostalgic experience with engaging characters during fasting.
- Focuses on cute girls and music, with a wholesome theme that promotes idol enthusiasm without provocative scenes.
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Anime Content Considerations
Healer Girl (ヒーラー・ガール)
Aharen-san wa Hakarenai (阿波連さんははかれない)
Aoashi (アオアシ)
Ya Boy Kongming! (パリピ孔明)
Deaimon (であいもん)
Love All Play (ラブオールプレー)
Hitoribocchi no Marumaru Seikatsu (ひとりぼっちの○○生活)
Isekai Quartet (異世界かるてっと)
Hi Score Girl (ハイスコアガール)
BanG Dream! (バンドリ)
