5 Best Anime from Legendary Mangaka CLAMP, From Card Captor Sakura to Chobits

Kapanlagi.com - Who doesn't know CLAMP? This group of female manga artists from Japan has been active in the entertainment world since the 1980s. They have created many iconic works loved by fans around the world.

CLAMP is a group of female manga artists that originally consisted of twelve members, but now has four core members: Nanase Ohkawa, Mokona, Tsubaki Nekoi, and Satsuki Igarashi. They made their debut in 1989 with a manga titled "RG Veda" and since then, their works have been adapted into anime, films, and video games.

CLAMP's works are known for their distinctive art style, complex storylines, and deep characters. Themes such as fate, choices, and human relationships often become the focus of their stories.

Let's take a look at the 5 best anime adapted from their manga! Let's see, do you have a favorite anime from the list below?

1. Cardcaptor Sakura

Who doesn't know this little girl with magical powers? Cardcaptor Sakura is one of CLAMP's most iconic works and loved by many! This story centers around Sakura Kinomoto, a cheerful and energetic elementary school student. One day, she accidentally opens a mysterious book and releases magical cards known as "Clow Cards".

With the help of Keroberos, the guardian of the book, Sakura is tasked with collecting all the scattered Clow Cards. This anime series first aired in 1998.

2. Chobits

Anime Poster Chobits (Credit: IMDB)

Who says robots can't have hearts? Chobits will make you rethink the definition of love and humanity! This story is set in the future where "Persocoms," advanced humanoid robots, have become part of everyday life. Hideki Motosuwa, a young man from the countryside, discovers a beautiful discarded Persocom and names her Chii.

Chii is not an ordinary Persocom; she may be a Chobits, who has her own consciousness and emotions. The Chobits anime first aired in 2002.

3. Magic Knight Rayearth

Anime Poster Magic Knight Rayearth (Credit: IMDB)

Fantasy isekai adventure before isekai became a trend? Magic Knight Rayearth is the answer! Three middle school girls from Tokyo are suddenly summoned to a magical world called Cephiro. They are called by Princess Emeraude to become "Magic Knights" and save the world from destruction.

To save the princess, they must awaken magical powers and control the Rune-Gods. This anime series first aired in 1994.

4. xxxHolic

Anime xxxHolic Poster (Credit: IMDB)

Do you like mystery stories with a supernatural twist? xxxHolic will take you to a strange but lesson-filled shop! Watanuki Kimihiro, a high school student, has the ability to see spirits. One day, he is drawn to a mysterious shop owned by Yuuko Ichihara, a powerful witch.

Yuuko offers to remove Watanuki's ability, but he must work part-time in her shop. This anime first aired in 2006.

5. Tsubasa Chronicle

Tsubasa Chronicle Anime Poster (Credit: IMDB)

Want to see your favorite CLAMP characters come together in one epic adventure? Tsubasa Chronicle is the answer! This story follows the adventures of Syaoran and Sakura, who must collect Sakura's memories scattered across various dimensions.

To travel between dimensions, they seek help from Yuuko Ichihara. This anime is known for its complex plot and first aired in 2005.

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