Jun Maeda is a household name in the anime industry. Aside from the amazing soundtracks, Jun Maeda has always come up with the most emotional works. His works have become instant classics that most anime enthusiasts would recommend. Jun Maeda is arguably an expert in playing with fans’ emotions.

Jun Maeda creates layers for his characters in addition to poignant plots. His early works were so influential at the time, and as he grew as a writer and composer, his works also grew along with him.

On this occasion, Dunia Games would like to give you a list of the most heartbreaking anime series created by Jun Maeda that would definitely make you cry. Without further ado, let’s get into it.

1. Kami-sama ni Natta Hi

Compared to his other works, Kami-sama ni Natta Hi is probably his least successful. When it comes to the concept, this anime does sound promising — a god descends and informs a boy she meets that the world will end in 30 days.

However, the timing was off in this anime, the comedic moments were often dragged off for far too long, with some emotional reveals that fell short.

As a result, the characters lacked depth, and numerous emotional reveals fell flat. It’s an outlier on Maeda’s long list of successful works, yet perhaps it will open a path for something bigger.

2. Air

Air is one of Jun Maeda’s earliest works, yet it’s considered one of his best and definitely one of his most crucial ones. This anime tells the story of a boy, Yukito, who meets a girl named Misuzu.

Yukito meets Misuzu, who suffers from a curse, and the series quickly takes a dramatic turn from that premise. Air boasts a lot of amazing things that work really well, from the art style to its music, all of them complement the storyline perfectly.

3. Little Busters!

Little Busters! is an anime series full of comedic moments. However, all those waves of laughter quickly turn into something else once the truth begins to unfold. The truth is an artificial world that is meant to help prepare Rin and Riki for reality in the real world — they are the sole survivors of a bus crash that killed all of their friends.

This anime has some heartbreaking scenes, yet still provides some hope that leads to a lighter, more cheerful ending.

4. Kanon

Kanon is an earlier work of Maeda that is based on a popular visual novel. This series follows Yuuichi, who returns to his hometown after seven years, and the girls with whom he shares his past that he’s not aware of. 

Kanon boasts some heavy themes, such as depression, self-harm, and even suicide. Viewers will learn their emotions being played by the series as they find out about Mai’s secret, her farewell to Makoto, and Shiori’s struggles. 

Kanon is a beautiful yet poignant story. If you want to watch it for the first time, you may end up crying watching the ending of this anime. So, be sure to have some tissues next to you!

5. Charlotte

Charlotte is an emotional anime about the users of supernatural abilities from the perspective of Yuu Otosaka. This series is full of tragic moments, such as Yuu’s real power and its purpose, and the reveal of Shunsuke, who jumps back in time with his ability to save them all.

6. Angel Beats

Angel Beats is one of Maeda’s most popular works, which is certainly with reasons. The first part of Angel Beats is lighthearted, with numerous comedic moments, featuring a war between Yurippe and Tenshi.

However, the second part hits differently with so many emotional moments involving certain characters that will definitely leave viewers heartbroken. 

7. Clannad

Clannad is another of Jun Maeda’s works based on a visual novel. This anime is well-made, emotional, and boasts numerous aspects of growing up.

Viewers often find themselves crying although they've watched the series several times. One of the saddest arcs is Fuuko’s, an odd, mysterious girl who gives strange gifts to those she meets.

Fuuko is actually a young girl in the hospital who has a slim chance of recovering. As she disappears, every character begins to forget about her, and Fuuko eventually becomes unseen.

Fuuko’s story is guaranteed to make viewers cry as they learn she gradually fades away from everyone’s mind.

8. Clannad After Story

It’s a sequel to Clannad that follows Nagisa and Tomoya as they graduate and grow up. The couple is full of happiness when they expect their first child. However, Nagisa’s health deteriorates, before she eventually dies during giving birth to their daughter, Ushio. 

Tomoya becomes desperate, he struggles to be a father to his daughter and cannot move on from Nagisa. Ushio ends up getting sick with the same disease that afflicted Nagisa and dies. You will probably need lots of tissues next to you if you want to follow the story for the first time. 

So, those were the saddest anime series created by Jun Maeda that will leave you heartbroken. Stick around for more anime and gaming info, and make sure to follow Dunia Games on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.

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