100 best anime quotes of all time (2023)

Everyone loves watching anime for its fun and exciting storylines. People also love anime because sometimes it is like thatwise and insightful quotesalong with the characters they said.

They come across as relatable and easy to take with us into the real world and what we experience in our daily lives.

Of thettrue meaning of friendship,Love, justice, hope, respect, peace and other good values, these anime quotes are sure to bring some hope and inspiration.

Here are 100 of the best anime quotes of all time:

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1. "People's lives don't end when they die, it ends when they lose faith." - Itachi Uchiha (Naruto)

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2. If you don't take risks, you can't create a future!" - Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece)

3. "If you don't like your fate, don't accept it." - Naruto Uzumaki (Naruto)

4. "If you win, you live. If you lose, you die. If you don't fight, you can't win." - Eren Yaeger (Attack on Titan)

5. "If you resign, it's game over." - Mitsuyoshi Anzai (slam dunk)

6. "Whatever you lose, you will find it again. But what you throw away, you never get back.” – Kenshin Himura (Rurouni Kenshin)

7. "To think that you are no good and worthless is the worst thing you can do" - Nobito (Doraemon)

8. "If you don't share someone's pain, you can never understand them." - Nagato (Naruto)

9. “All we can do is live until the day we die. Control what we can... and fly free." - Deneil Young (Uchuu Kyoudai)

10. "Forgetting is like a wound. The wound may heal, but it has already left a scar.” - Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece)

11. "We don't need to know what tomorrow is! That's why today we can live for all we're worth!" - Natsu Dragneel (Fairy Tail)

12. "There's no shame in falling! Real shame is not getting up again!” — Shintarō Midorima (Kuroko's basketball)

13. "Why should I apologize for being a monster? Has anyone ever apologized for turning me into one?” – Juuzou Suzuya (Tokyo Ghoul)

14. "People get stronger because they have memories they can't forget." - Tsunade (Naruto)

15. "If you want to make people dream, you have toStart believing in this dream yourself!“ – Seiya Kanie (Amagi Brilliant Park)

16. "Simplicity is the easiest path to true beauty." - Seishuu Handa (Barakamon)

17. “The world isn't perfect, but it's there for us to do our best. That's what makes it so damn beautiful.” —Roy Mustang (Fullmetal-Alchemist)

18. "If you can't do something, don't do it. Concentrate on what you can do.” – Shiroe (Block Horizon)

19. "There's no use pretending you can't see what's going on." - Yuuya Mochizuki (another)

20. "It's just pathetic to give up on something before you've even tried." - Reiko Mikami (another)

21. "Whatever you lose, you will find it again. But what you throw away, you never get back.” – Himura Kenshin (Rurouni Kenshin)

22. "We don't need to know what tomorrow is! That's why today we can live for all we're worth!" - Natsu Dragneel (Fairy Tail)

23. "Giving up kills people. When humans refuse to give up...they finally win the right to transcend humanity." - Alucard (Hellsing)

24. "You can die at any time, but it takes real courage to live." - Kenshin Himura (Rurouni Kenshin)

25. “Every journey begins with a single step. We just have to be patient.” – Milly Thompson (Trigun)

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Best anime quotes about power

26. “Power is not the only connection one can have. This world is full of warmer things.” – Minerva Orland (fairy tale)

27. "Stop acting like a spoiled child. What is important, the memories? The keys? The guilt? no It is the power to save your friends. Such is the power of a celestial sorcerer.” – Aquarius (fairy tale)

28. "Is this really... the limit of your power? Do you really think you won't get stronger for the rest of your life? Instead of sitting around in frustration, it's better to keep moving forward." - Saitama (One-Punch-Man)

29. "You might be able to get stronger with the right attitude. In other words, train your mind before worrying about strength through power and technology.” — Saitama (One-Punch-Man)

30. “Those bestowed great power lose all self-control when they are of the weak. Oranges don't start out lazy. It's the container that makes them rot." - Onodera (Brynhildr in the dark)

31. “The purpose of practice is to improve your strength. The purpose of real racing is to win.” – Shindo Iroha (Utsuro no Hako to Zero no Maria)

32. "Love is not necessary, power is the only true necessity." - Madara Uchiha (Naruto)

33. "He who has power is unaware of his responsibility, and he who is aware of responsibility has no power at all." - Arslan (The Heroic Legend of Arslan)

34. "Souls that are connected... will never lose power that rests only in control!" - Yuzu Hiiragi (Yugioh)

35. "Everyone dies eventually, whether they have power or not. Therefore you must think about what you will achieve in your lifetime.” – Mary Macbeth (Kekkai Sensen)

36. "People like you will never understand... Although it's true that many people are stupid, immature and high school dropouts... But! Humans possess the power of possibility!” — Inferno Cop (Inferno Cop)

37. "You have the power, but not using that power is a sin." - Nyx (Neo Angelique Abyss)

38. "Even if you're trying to protect someone, you must never use your power to hurt others." - Jurai Andou (When supernatural battles became commonplace)

39. “Music speaks to the hearts of people around the world. I believe it is a powerful language.” – Kawashima Saphir (Hibike Euphonium)

40. “No matter how strong you are, no matter how strong your opponent is, lose once and it's over. That's the kind of world that's out there waiting for us. And once you lose, there is no replay.” – Nagakura Imari (Absolute Duo)

41. "Living your life by sympathizing with others in everyday life is more powerful than living your life based on a religious belief or story." - Akuto Sai (Demon King Diamao)

42. "I cannot promise you that good things will come into your life, but I know that no one but you has the power to give meaning to your life in this world." - Rin Asogi (Mnemosyne)

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43. “You need three kinds of power to control the world. One is influence. One is wealth. The third is…power.” – Ushiromiya George (Umineko when they cry)

44. "Is it like you get the power and then you choose to protect someone else? No! We want to protect someone first, so our first priority is to try to get stronger.” – Kamijou Touma (A Certain Magical Index)

45. "Accept that life will be painful, bite back your sadness and find the strength to rise again." - Nakiami (Bounen No Zamned)

46. ​​"Remember this... no matter where you go, the strength of your mind and spirit is the mightiest magic of all." - Princess Emeraude (Magic Knight Rayearth)

47. “There is strength in words… Sometimes they become words of power. I thought if I said I was fine, I would be really fine. But it's no use... It doesn't work.” – Ik-Su (Yona of the Dawn)

48. "Each power can be a poison or a medicine, depending on the intention of the user." - Narumi Anjou (Gakuen Alice)

49. "But its power goes beyond what is necessary...Does one really need the power to destroy everything?" - Fei Fong Wong (Xenogears)

50. "When you believe in nothing, it no longer has the power to hurt." - Eureka (Eureka Seven)

51. “Because he gained so much power, he could only be controlled by her. And in the end, maybe his only option was to destroy himself." — Ichigo Kurosaki (Bleach)

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52. "No, it can't be seven! Say eight, dammit! Eight is better." – Death the Kid (Soul Eater)

53. “If I kill you, that means I'll be the one closest to you when you're on your deathbed. Isn't that romantic.” – Senjougahara Hitagi (Bakemonogatari)

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54. "If I'm reincarnated... I want to be a clam." - Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece)

55. "An angel? So what is an angel? But he doesn't have wings and his butt doesn't hang out." - Goku (Dragon Ball)

56. "Excuse me, but are you the oddball in your family?" - Ash Ketchum (Pokémon)

57. "Do you have any idea how stupid we are? Don't underestimate us." – Kondou Isao (gorilla)

58. "When you're in high school, you should be doing things you could never tell your parents about!" – Isshin Kurosaki (Bleach)

59. "The name is Amanda. Considering we're both rebels, I think we'll be friends." - Amanda O'Neill (Little Witch Academia)

60. “Now all that remains is the destruction of the earth, but I think it would be a waste to destroy it. The food of this planet is very delicious.” - Beerus (Dragon Ball Z: Battle of the Gods)
61. "An apple a day will keep anyone away if you throw it hard enough!" - Marie Mjolnir (Soul Eater)

62. "I don't want to brag or anything, but when it comes to being the worst - I'm at the top." - Rider Astolfo (Destiny/Apocrypha)

63. "So tell me, what's it like living in a constant fog of stupidity?" – Hiei (YuYu Hakusho)

64. "If you die, I'll kill you!" – Roronoa Zoro (One Piece)

65. “I dreamed that you were a dog. And the dog was my husband. Anyway, it was the worst dream ever!" - Taiga Aisaka (Toradora!)

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66. “The world is not perfect. But it's there for us, doing its best...that's what makes it so damn beautiful." - Roy Mustang (Full Metal Alchemist)

67. “Those at the top determine what is wrong and what is right! This very place is neutral ground! Do you say justice will prevail? But of course she will! Whoever wins this war will have justice!” – Don Quixote Doflamingo (one piece)

68. “Fear is not evil. She tells you what weakness is. And once you know your weakness, you can become both stronger and kinder." - Gildarts Clive (Fairy Tail)

69. Knowing grief is not frightening. What's terrifying is knowing that you can't go back to the happiness you could have had.” — Matsumoto Rangiku (Bleach)

70. Knowing that you are different is just the beginning. If you accept these differences, you can overcome them and grow even closer.” – Miss Kobayashi (Dragon Maiden)

71. Don't throw your life away so easily. No matter how shameful or embarrassing it may be, you must fight to the end to find your way out." - Klara (Claymore)

72. “We are all like fireworks: we climb, we shine and keep going our separate ways and getting farther and farther away. But even when that time comes, let's not disappear like fireworks and keep shining. Forever.” — Hitsugaya Toshiro (Bleach)

73. "If nobody wants to accept you and want you in this world, accept yourself and you will see that you don't need them and their selfish ideas." - Alibaba Saluja (Magi)

74. "When you reach the point of no return, that's when it really becomes a journey. If you can still turn back, it's not really a journey." - Hinata Miyake (A Place Farther Than the Universe)

75. “A person grows up when they arebe able to overcome difficulties.Protection is important, but there are some things a human must learn on their own." - Jiraiya (Naruto)

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76. “Who decides borders? And based on what? You said you work hard? Well, maybe you need to work a little harder. Is that really the limit of your powers? Could you from tomorrow beat yourself today? Instead of giving in, move forward.” – Saitama (One-Punch-Man)

77. “Fear is freedom! Submission is liberation! Contradiction is truth! These are the facts of this world! – Satsuki Kiryuuin (Kill la Kill)

78. “Failures are not shackles that keep you from moving forward. Rather, they are what sustains and grows the heart.” – Mavis Vermillion (Fairy Tail)

79. “Hate and suffering are power. You are your control. All you have to do is turn them into strength and use that strength to advance.” – Sebastian Michaelis (Black Butler / Kuroshitsuji)

80. "It's not always possible to do what we want to do, but it's important to believe in something before actually doing it." - Power Guy (Naruto)

81. “Life and death are like light and shadow. Both are always there. But people don't like to think about death, so subconsciously they always look the other way." - Yato (Noragami)

82. "It's more important to control the cards you're holding than to complain about the ones your opponent's been dealt." - Grimsley (Pokemon)

83. "If you insist on playing and then complain when you lose, you better work on your game." - Hatsu Kominato (Selector Infected Wixoss)

84. "Moving on doesn't mean you forget things. It just means you have to accept what happened and move on." - Erza Scarlet (Fairy Tail)

85. "If no one cares to accept you and want you in this world, accept yourself and you will see that you don't need them and their selfish ideas." - Alibaba Saluja (Universal Warriors)

86. "If you keep hiding your true feelings, who will be happy?" If you're sad, you should say it out loud!” – Haruhi Fujioka (Ouran High School Host Club)

87. “Religion, ideology, resources, land, wickedness, love, or just because… No matter how pathetic the reason, it is enough to start a war. War will never cease to exist...reasons may be devised after the fact...Human nature craves strife." - Paine (Naruto Shippuden)

88. "Don't be upset about what you can't do. Do what you do best, live as carefree and optimistically as possible, because some people can't." - Keshma Katsuragi (The world knows only God)

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89. “If you start to regret, you will cloud your future choices and let others make your choices for you. Then only death remains for you. Nobody can predict the outcome. Every choice you make matters only by influencing your next choice." - Erwin Smith (Attack on Titan)

90. “Everything has a beginning and an end. Life is just a cycle of starts and stops. There are goals that we do not want, but they are inevitable, we must face them. That's what being human is about.” — Jet Black (cowboy bebop)

91. “Anything can happen. No one ever believes it will happen until it happens. What will happen, happens. That's the way the world is. The most important thing is not to let tragedy defeat you. To believe you can get through this.” —Kyousuke Natsume (Little Busters!)

92. “You will only realize that you truly love someone when they have already caused you tremendous pain. Your enemies can never hurt you like your loved ones can. It's the people you care about that can inflict the worst wounds on you. Love is a double-edged sword, it can heal the wound faster or sink the blade even deeper.” – Himura Kenshin (Rurouni Kenshin)

93. “I want you to be happy. I want you to laugh a lot. I don't know what I can do for you exactly, but I will always be by your side." - Kagome (InuYasha)

94. “A lesson without pain is meaningless. That's because nobody can win without sacrificing something. But in enduring and overcoming that pain, he will attain a mighty heart unmatched.” —Edward Elric (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)

95. “I, too, will get whatever I desire. Not because anyone asked me to, but because I know in my heart that I have something worth fighting for.” — Julis Alexia Van Riessfeld (Asterisk War)

96. "You can't win a game by doing nothing. And if someone else wins it for you, you haven't accomplished anything. Life is the same.” – Junichirou Kagami (Denpa Kyoushi)

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97. "Don't think about other things, there is only one thing you can do. So master this one thing. Do not forget. What you must always imagine is that you are the strongest. You don't need external enemies. To you, whoever you must fight is nothing but your own image.” — Archer (Fate Stay Night)

98. “Life is like a tube of toothpaste. If you've used all the toothpaste to the last squeeze, then you've really lived. Live with all your might and fight while you have life.” – Mion Sonozaki (Higurashi)

99. "Just like games, no matter how well you've organized things in your life, there's always something that keeps you on your toes." — Junichirou Kagami (Denpa Kyoushi)

100. "Do exactly what you want. This is the true meaning of pleasure. Joy leads to joy and joy leads to happiness.” — Gilgamesh (Destiny Zero)

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