India, Feb. 22 -- Old-school love or modern-day dating, there is something about the romance genre that captivates audiences of all ages. The same stands true for anime fans as well. Looking back, the first quarter of the 21st century has seen some of the top romantic anime shows that have made our hearts flutter. From tear-jerking titles to friends-turned-lovers romances, the spectrum is brimming with a wide variety of titles.

While anime fans might go ga ga over mainstream shonen series like Dragon Ball Z, Spy X Family and Naruto or binge-watch horror shows like Death Note and Monster, the list of the best romance anime shows of the 21st century is equally enriching. All the heart-warming titles in the list have been released in or af...