Despite anime’s ability to capture the attention of its audience in various ways, it is often the humorous moments that attract new viewers to a series. While some may believe this to be limited to comedy anime, it is not always the case.
The use of humorous anime moments is a common technique across various genres to make their series more enjoyable and playful. These scenes can be incorporated into the plot or presented as short gags, and are a prevalent aspect in most anime, with the exception of seinen. Therefore, in this article, we will explore eight funny anime moments that continue to amuse fans to this day.
Please note: The views expressed are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect those of others.
8 Hilarious Anime Moments That Will Have Fans in Stitches
Miu Matsuoka’s Backflip of Death from Ichigo Mashimaro Encore
Although many deaths in anime are portrayed as sudden and heartbreaking, not all of them follow the same pattern. This was exemplified by the death of Miu Matsuoka in Ichigo Mashimaro Encore, as she had intended to showcase her backflipping abilities but unfortunately ended up landing on her head during the demonstration.
Although it may seem like a tragic situation, the anime managed to portray it in a humorous way, particularly with its timing. Just as Miu appeared to have landed on her head, the scene quickly transitioned to her final rites, creating a comical moment in the anime.
Noriaki Kakyouin’s lero lero from JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders
Although JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure anime has provided fans with numerous comedic moments, one in particular has remained ingrained in their memories – Noriaki Kakyouin’s “lero lero”stunt with a cherry.
Once Jotarou and Noriaki had finished their meal, Noriaki requested the cherry that remained on Jotarou’s plate. Jotarou happily obliged and allowed Noriaki to take the cherry. However, instead of eating it, Noriaki continuously licked it and made a “lero lero”sound.
Gintoki Sings Doraemon Theme Song in Gintama
Gintama is renowned for its comedic and satirical take on anime, often making references to other popular series. These references have included nods to One Piece, Dragon Ball, Assassination Classroom, and more.
Despite being left alone in the washing closet, Gintoki Sakata was determined to lift his mood. He began singing the Doraemon theme song and continued to do so even after returning to his room, still feeling scared.
Tadakuni’s experience with cross-dressing in Daily Lives of High School Boys
Viewers of Daily Lives of High School Boys are well aware of the anime’s frequent comedic moments in each episode. Yet, among these, the scene that garnered the most laughter from fans was when Tadakuni’s sister caught him wearing her uniform while spending time with Hidenori and Yoshitake.
The anticipation leading up to the scene was incredible, with all three boys expected to try on the uniform. However, Hidenori and Yoshitake cunningly convinced Tadakuni to put on the uniform alone. Just moments later, Tadakuni’s sister unexpectedly entered the room, causing all three boys to be terrified.
Jousuke Higashikata’s Paper Shot in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable
Despite the intense nature of the scene, as Jousuke Higashikata was caught off guard and shot in the head, the anime portrayed it in a humorous manner, making it one of the most entertaining moments in the series.
Jousuke was examining a blank piece of paper when he suddenly came face to face with a gun while flipping through the pages. He was shot immediately after exclaiming “NANI?!”(what). This moment became widely popular, resulting in fans creating memes of his shocked expression.
Nichijou Reveals Mio Naganohara’s Doujinshi
As any Nichijou fan would attest, the anime is known for its comedic portrayal of women. Its many scenes never fail to make fans burst out laughing, but the most memorable one has to be when Mio Naganohara’s doujinshi about her crush accidentally gets leaked.
Upon being questioned by a police officer in search of a criminal, Mio made a startling realization that she matched the description of the wanted individual. This caused her to become anxious about the contents of her bag, which were filled with her hand-drawn doujinshi pages. In an attempt to avoid any further scrutiny, Mio attempted to bribe the officer. However, her plan backfired when her doujinshi accidentally fell out, catching the attention of both Yuuko and the police officer.
7) Armored Gorilla: Unveiling his True Voice in One Punch Man
“As many One Punch Man fans may recall, the first season of the anime was packed with comedic moments. Despite having a central plot, it was these humorous scenes that captured the attention and loyalty of viewers.”
During the interrogation of Armored Gorilla by Genos, a comical moment occurred. The creature initially attempted to intimidate them by speaking like a robot, but as soon as he felt threatened, he dropped the act and willingly divulged any information Saitama and Genos desired.
Ishigami’s Discovery in Kaguya-sama: Love is War: Fujiwara’s New Conditioner
While the anime has been consistently following its romantic plot since its inception, Kaguya-sama: Love is War has gained immense popularity as one of the most beloved romantic comedies in recent years. Initially, the focus of the anime was primarily on comedic storylines.
During the first season of the anime, there was a scene where Ishigami noticed Fujiwara’s new conditioner. Although Ishigami intended it as a compliment, his demeanor made Fujiwara feel uncomfortable. This caused Ishigami to feel devastated and he left for home.
These were a few of the humorous anime moments that we selected. If we have overlooked any major ones, please share them in the comments.
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