Ask yourself. When’s the last time you’ve watched an anime or read a manga chapter with some goofy characters sporting a unique hairdo? It’s probably not too long ago. After all, you can almost find one, regardless of whether the title is a global hit or otherwise.
This list compiles 18 characters from different anime titles. While a few in this list have unconventional hairstyles, we don’t mean to tease them (although some are pretty funny). Still, let it sink in if, for instance, you’ve met their real-life counterparts.
Warning: Anime and Manga spoilers ahead.
18. Usagi Tsukino (Sailor Moon)
Sailor Moon is one of the best 90s anime created by Naoko Takeuchi. In this fictional world are countless Sailors with their quirks, which makes them loveable. But one particular person – the Sailor Moon herself – caught the eyes of many because of her aesthetics.
Usagi Tsukino, throughout the series, has sported several forms. But her Eternal Form takes the cake. Her unforgettable blonde odango with long pigtails and two circlets makes the character as charming as ever. Plus, don’t get us started with the cute wing barrettes in her hair!
17. Giorno Giovanna (Jojo’s Bizarre Adventures: Golden Wind)
This “GioGio” is in competition with Josuke Higashikata’s pompadour hairstyle, but nothing beats his long blonde hair with three mini-donuts present. We could easily have put Diavolo and Abbacchio, but they definitely deserve the top x hot anime characters list.
But seriously, Giorno Giovanna’s hairstyle is one of the most iconic from Hirohiko Araki’s masterpiece. It’s noteworthy that Giorno’s hair color was originally black and changed after a Stand awakening. If there’s anyone to blame for this unique anime hairstyle, go directly to Gold Experience.
16. Kars (Jojo’s Bizarre Adventures: Battle Tendency)
In the middle of JJBA season two, besides having a good build, Kars’ appearance keeps his wrapped hair. This iconic anime hairstyle kept many viewers like us wondering what was hiding beneath the cloth. When Joseph Joestar and Lisa Lisa persuaded Kars and Wamuu to fight for the Stone of Aja, the latter unveiled his long, dark, wavy hair.
It’s a pretty unconventional hairstyle but one that gave us a mix of awe and fear. Reasons being: 1) Sign of honor; and 2) Sign of aggression. Regardless, even a millennium-old pillar man can pull off a remarkable fashion in the near-ending world of Jojo is something worth looking at.
15. Ken Kaneki (Tokyo Ghoul)
Tokyo Ghoul’s first-ever episode shows a black-haired Ken Kaneki before the events of Rize Kamishiro. The young male protagonist undergoes several changes, but one of the most iconic involves his hairstyle. Before the first season wrapping up, we’ve witnessed an extremely traumatized Kaneki turning his hair white. Even crazier – the process is almost instantaneous.
Now, story aside, it’s one of the most fascinating anime hairstyles we’ve ever encountered. The overall character design is genuinely good. But if anything about that hair color transformation, we’ll attribute it to the Marie Antoinette Syndrome.
14. Himiko Toga (My Hero Academia)
If you’ve been watching My Hero Academia season two, Himiko Toga most likely captivated your eyes. This character easily has one of the best anime hairstyles yet, having pale, ash-blonde colored buns. And note: it isn’t as organized as Sailor Moon’s, but it’s the main reason why she’s one of the best girls in MHA.
Horikoshi’s overall design of Toga-chan compliments her unpredictable nature. One can describe her as being ruthless to heroes while showing care to the League of Villains members, especially Twice. Design-wise, and the fact that she shows a Yandere-like tendency, makes her even more remarkable.
13. Shoto Todoroki (My Hero Academia)
The current no. 1 Hero – Endeavor – is a father to the young prodigy, Shoto. Shoto Todoroki is the result of a quirk marriage between his father and Rei, thus making his hair similar to his quirk. Although there’s a dark backstory behind Shoto’s hairstyle in My Hero Academia, it’s definitely unique.
If you’re trying Shoto’s hair color for yourself, you need to apply the following colors:
- Crimson Red (left, from your view)
- White (right, from your view)
12. Zaraki Kenpachi (Bleach)
Zaraki Kenpachi is one of many characters in Bleach that hones strength to the next level. One of the latest proofs is his battle against Retsu Unohana in the Thousand-Year Blood War arc.
Another reason why Kenny is such a remarkable character is because of his spiky hair. Call him a Zanpakuto-wielding sea-urchin, but it gets even weirder. Before the time skip, his hairstyle is spikier, with bells protruding at the end.
11. Ichigo Kurosaki (Bleach)
Bleach fans have a fair share of opinions regarding the anime, and one can argue most of them aren’t good to hear. Despite its reputation, Ichigo Kurosaki has one of the best anime hairstyles in the series, featuring unforgettable orange-dyed strands.
10. Jessie (Pokemon)
Remember Pikachu and Ash from your childhood? What a time to be alive, isn’t it? Then there’s Jessica, James, and Meowth. Throughout the Pokemon anime, they’ve been portrayed as antagonists tasked to steal powerful Pokemons. Among the hit list is Pikachu, which they keep failing to capture.
Jessica is one of the more iconic in the trio because of her hairstyle. Visually, it appears as a lengthy magenta-colored hair she curls into a comet-shaped thing. Talk about being bizarre. She probably spends more time being crafty with her hair than preparing for raids.
9. Yugi Moto (Yu-Gi-Oh!)
Yugi’s anime hairstyle may single-handedly be the weirdest and most unforgettable on this list. His hair is by far the only one with three different colors styled in an even more interesting manner.
Yugi’s overall character design is even more complemented by a shifted personality, gambling all the way to impressive win streaks.
8. Kyojuro Rengoku (Demon Slayer)
Rengoku being the Flame Hashira in Demon Slayer shouldn’t come as a surprise as to why his hairstyle is one of the most unique. By appearance, he sports bright yellow hair that ends in red flakes, resembling flames. While it may seem unique, if you’ve watched until the Mugen Train arc or beyond, his family has the same hairdo!
His last words are the Flame Hashira’s everlasting legacy to Tanjiro and the rest of the crew. It’s not even coincidental to correlate it to his breathing technique. But one thing’s for certain: those words powered throughout the series thanks to the beloved Pillar.
7. Daki (Demon Slayer)
Daki is the former Upper Moon Six in the events of the Entertainment District, and what a ride we have there. Her beautiful appearance might have toppled our girl Mitsuri, but she ruined it with veins popping up whenever things didn’t go her way.
In her complete demon form, Daki has long silver hair that ends in lime green highlights. Note that her silver hair has a ponytail with three kanzashi hairpins on each side, signifying her Upper Moon rank. This anime hairstyle certainly fits her personality, which covers deceit in the guise of being too attractive.
6. Saitama (One Punch Man)
Now, hold on. Despite the absence of a single strand, Saitama’s bald head is technically still a hairstyle. So, before you say we’re dissing Caped Baldy, we’d like to offer an explanation. Regardless, even if you see him with black hair, Saitama undeniably rocked it with confidence.
As to why Saitama lost his hair, it’s the result of rigorous training to become a hero. Imagine having to consistently work your muscles hard for three years at the expense of your hair. That’s something we deeply respect!
5. Asta (Black Clover)
There’s no shortage of finding an unforgettable character in shonen animes. But recently, Black Clover has been catching up to the hype. The series showcases all things magic – with Asta as the protagonist – trying to become the next Wizard King.
By default, Asta’s hairstyle consists of a messy ash blond with a single strand sticking out upwards from his head. He also has stylish bangs in front of his forehead, which is one of the most iconic in Black Clover.
4. Celestia Ludenberg (Danganronpa)
We know what you’re thinking. She has the most attractive dress on this list and a spicy hairstyle. That’s Lady Celestia Ludenberg for you – or Yasuhiro Taeko if you want to catch her attention!
Celestia Ludenberg is a character from the Danganronpa anime based on the visual novel Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc. Her hairstyle is stylized into two large twin-drill pigtails without noticeable dyeing. At the head’s base is a big white lace bonnet accompanied by a white ribbon. Pair that with a European-style outfit, and you have the perfect waifu!
3. Mikasa Ackerman (Attack on Titan)
Others might argue there’s nothing special with Mikasa’s anime hairstyle. But we know it’s her, even if it’s just the silhouette – and there’s a good reason why.
Mikasa Ackerman is the deuteragonist of Attack on Titan, alongside Eren Yeager and Armin Arlert. Not only she’s extremely attractive throughout the series, but she also showcases impressive skills since the trio joined the 104th Survey Corps. She has a varying hairstyle, from neck-long cuts to using a ponytail after not cutting it for three years.
Regardless of the style, Mikasa Ackerman takes the cake here, surpassing Annie or Sasha. But if you beg to differ, that’s alright.
2. Kakashi Hatake (Naruto)
If you haven’t watched Naruto even once, we’ll still argue that Kakashi is one of the most popular characters in the series. His iconic Sharingan and Raikiri – be it on the anime itself or memes – have probably reached your news feed.
Kakashi’s hairstyle strikes a strong resemblance to his father – a spiky white hair that’s usually oriented on the left side. Add to that aesthetic is a forehead protector made of a metal plate and some cloth. Don’t get Kakashi wrong. It’s not just a fashion choice. Once he removes the forehead protector, things usually become more interesting.
1. Goku (Dragon Ball)
As one of the big four in the anime world, excluding Goku from this list would be a crime. His character design consists of spiked black hair, three bangs to the right, and two bangs on the left. While this hairstyle starts to become generic – given the rise of other titles – Goku is arguably the most iconic.
Note that Goku’s anime hairstyle changes depending on his Super Saiyan forms. Regardless, he manages to pull it off well.
