“Pride is not the opposite of shame, it is the reason for it”
Sounds familiar?
It’s one of my favorite anime phrases from a series I used to watch when I was little – Avatar The Last Airbender.
I just remembered this quote 7.22 seconds ago.
Although Avatar is not an anime series, it got the gears in my brain spinning… What are the BEST anime girl lines in the history of… well, anime?
Fasten your seatbelt – I have been spending countless hours browsing through CrunchyRoll comments, anime communities, anime apps and online forums with anime fans.
Here are the deepest, most impactful japanese anime phrases of all time.

1. Erza Scarlet (Fairy Tale)

“A strong person is not the one who doesn’t cry. A strong person is the one who cries and sheds tears for a moment, then gets up and fights again.”
Erza is saying it’s okay to cry and feel down sometimes. What really makes you strong is being able to get back up and keep going after you’ve had a good cry.

2. Asuna Yuuki (Sword Art Online)

“I’d rather trust and regret than doubt and regret.”
Asuna believes it’s better to take a chance on trusting someone and maybe getting hurt than to always wonder what might have happened if you had.
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3. Mikasa Ackerman (Attack on Titan)

“If I can’t, then I’ll just die. But if I win, I live. Unless I fight I cannot win.”
Mikasa’s world is tough, and she’s saying that she has to fight to survive. It’s about not giving up, even when things seem impossible.

4. Winry Rockbell (Fullmetal Alchemist)

“There are some things in life that will only be understood through words.”
Winry knows that sometimes you need to talk things out to really understand them.
Words can be really powerful in sharing our feelings and thoughts.

5. Celestia Ludenberg (Danganronpa)

“I’m rather proud of my ability to tell lies. I can trick not only others, but even my own heart.”
Celestia admits she’s good at lying and sometimes even fools herself.
Celestia has a really dark persona , but it shows how she’s trying to cope with the crazy world she’s in.

6. Nagisa Furukawa (clannad)

“Of course, I’ll stay with you… No matter what happens. Forever and ever.”
Nagisa’s promise is all about being there for someone you care about, no matter what. It’s a sweet reminder of the power of sticking by someone through thick and thin.

7. Erza Scarlet (Fairy Tail)

“Hurt me with the truth. But never comfort me with a lie.”
Erza values honesty above all else. She’d rather face a painful truth than find comfort in a lie, showing her strength and integrity.

8. Kagome (InuYasha)

“I want you to be happy. I want you to laugh a lot. I don’t know what exactly I’ll be able to do for you, but I’ll always be by your side.”
Kagome’s words are about unconditional support and wanting the best for someone you care about. It’s about being there, even when you’re not sure how to help.

9. Hitagi Senjougahara (Bakemonogatari)

“In our society, letting others find out that you’re a nice person is a very risky move. It’s extremely likely that someone would take advantage of that.”
Hitagi’s quote is about being careful with kindness. She thinks if people know you’re nice, they might use it against you. It’s a tough view, but it shows she’s cautious and smart about her world.

10. Reiko Mikami (Another)

“Not giving up on yourself is what’s truly important. That way you don’t end up pathetic.”
Hitagi is pointing out the sad truth that sometimes people take kindness for weakness. It’s a cautious reminder to protect yourself.

11. Emilia (Re:Zero)

“You don’t get it, A million sorry’s is not equal to 1 thank you.”
Emilia believes that gratitude is far more powerful than constantly apologizing.
It’s about recognizing and appreciating what you have rather than always focusing on mistakes.

12. kame (Akame ga Kill!)

“If you can’t find a reason to fight, then you shouldn’t be fighting.”
Akame is emphasizing the importance of having a cause or belief behind your actions. Without a reason, fighting is meaningless.

13. Rias Gremory (High School DxD)

“We haven’t lost yet! You lose when you’ve given up!”
Rias is one of my favorite waifu’s from the popular Ecchi High School DXD.
She believes that as long as you keep trying and don’t give up, you haven’t truly lost.

14. Rem (Re:Zero)

“No matter what happens, even when it looks like you’re gonna lose, when no one else believes in you, when you don’t believe in yourself, I will believe!”
Rem’s quote is about unwavering support and faith. She’s saying she’ll believe in you even when you’ve lost faith in yourself, which is a powerful form of love and encouragement.

15. Taiga Aisaka (Toradora!)

“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”
Taiga talks about the power of being in love. Being loved makes you feel strong, and loving someone else deeply gives you the bravery to face anything.

16. Felt (Re:Zero)

“I’m not like the people here in the slums. I have no intention of living out my life in these black alleys. I’m gonna live out my dreams!”
Felt is determined to rise above her difficult circumstances. She refuses to let her surroundings define her future and is set on chasing her dreams.

17. Raphtalia (The Rising of the Shield hero)

“I am your sword, I’ll follow you through fire and brimstone. I’ll remain by your side until the very end.”
Raphtalia’s quote is about loyalty and commitment. She’s promising to stand by her companion no matter how tough things get, symbolizing true dedication.

18. Akeno Himejima (High School DxD)

“Even the phoenix that rises from the ashes can’t recover instantly from mental damage.”
Akeno acknowledges that healing, especially emotional or mental, takes time. Even the strongest beings can’t rush recovery.

19. Mai Sakurajima (Rascal does not dream of Bunny Girl Senpai)

“You’re having lewd thoughts, aren’t you?”
Mai’s teasing comment is a light-hearted jab, showing her playful and perceptive nature.
It’s a moment of humor and connection between her and Sakuta.

20. Asuna Yuuki (Sword Art Online)

“Life isn’t just doing things for yourself. It’s possible to live in such a way that other people’s happiness, makes you happy too.”
Asuna believes in the joy of shared happiness. She’s saying that life is richer when you care about others’ happiness as much as your own.

My Final Words On Anime Waifu Quotes
These anime waifu captions might need a rewind or two to fully sink in, but trust me, they pack a punch once they do!
I really like the one from Ezra Scarlett
“Hurt me with the truth. But never comfort me with a lie.”
She’s one of my top-tier waifus and it’s a good reminder of the importance of honesty.
If you have any more anime waifu quotes feel free to contact me at hermanjcarter@gmail.com and I’ll include them in the list.
Help me beef up this list with your top picks! 🙂
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