The Top 10 Ridiculous Anime Hairstyles, as Voted by Japanese Netizens

The anime industry in Japan is booming, boasting a plethora of well-known characters. Recently, a Japanese polling website conducted a survey for netizens to vote on the top ten anime characters with hairstyles most worthy of criticism. It's a true reflection of fans' sentiments! Let's dive into the results and see if they align with your expectations.

Top10 Wakame Isono (Sazae-san)

Wakame Isono (Sazae-san) one of Japan's longest-running cartoons, holds the record for the TV anime series with the longest broadcast span. The characters from this show have become ingrained in the hearts of viewers. Among them is the innocent and naive first-grade sister, "Kinoko Takenoko." Her unique hairstyle, with curls at the ends barely extending three centimeters from her ears, has earned her the playful nickname of "too short to even curl" among internet users. How did they come up with such an amusing hairstyle?

Top9 Kazuhiko Hanawa (Chibi Maruko-chan)

The ever-dashing young master, "Hanawa," always makes a grand entrance. His elegant bangs have been a frequently imitated style for many years. But before you chuckle, remember that this slicked-back hair with a hint of sophistication was once a trendsetter back in the 90s. Many male celebrities sported this classy hairstyle!

Top8 Yugi Muto (Yu-Gi-Oh)

The main protagonist of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Series, Yugi Muto's star-fish-like hair mixing gold, red and black color may feel embarrassing when we turned into adults, but it was considered really cool in our teenage time. Many fans argued that the hairstyle can be tricky for cosplayers as the layers of different color and strange shape is hard to copy.

Top7 Suneo Honekawa (Doraemon)

Suneo is often seen with Gian, bullying Nobita. His haircut resembles a sawblade, standing out prominently. Such an absurd hairstyle, too challenging even for a superstar like Tomohisa Yamashita, seems to belong solely in the realm of anime, doesn't it?

Top6 Mother (Atashin'chi)

Not quite sure what to poke fun at when it comes to Mother from the comedic series "Atashin’chi" – should it be her overall appearance or just her hairstyle? She's such a gentle soul, but her melon-shaped bun extends all the way to the back of her neck, without a single bounce back. That's definitely not something you'd see in real life, right?

Top5 Kimio Nagasawa (Chibi Maruko-chan)

Not only does Yasuo have a sharp tongue, but his signature spiky hairstyle and distinctive head shape also make him easily recognizable. This style isn't just a memorable classic for many children's childhoods, but it's also led to official merchandise, including hats, being released for him. With his round head shape, any audience member can cosplay as this oversized onion!  

Top4 Sazae Fuguta (Sazae-san)

When it comes to the ultimate evolution of curly hair, we can't forget about the female protagonist, Kaibutsu Tako, from "Sazae Fuguta"! Not only does she have distinct partings on the top of her head, but the ends of her hair are also styled into two curly ponytails on either side. Just looking at her from the front, you can't help but wonder what's going on!

Top3 Ran Mouri (Detective Conan)

"Mouri Ran," famous for her killer hairstyle, actually didn't have such a prominent large triangle in the early stages. It wasn't until later in the manga series that it gradually became exaggerated, evolving into the iconic look that fans love to use as meme material today! Interestingly, the official statement revealed that Ran's hairstyle was inspired by the popular "hanshin-yama" hairstyle trend in Japan's past. Even well-known actress Shizuka Kudo once sported a similar style!

Top2 Grevil de Blois (Gosick)

"Guillemain de Blois," resembling a European noble unicorn, is one of the characters from a mystery novel adaptation. Although his hairstyle is extremely peculiar, it serves as a heartfelt declaration of love to his childhood sweetheart, Jacqueline. It's quite touching, isn't it?

Top1 Beatrice (Re: Zero − Starting Life in Another World)

Beatrice who is acerbic but actually kind-hearted, sports a magnificent and flamboyant head of light cream-colored curls, making her a character that one cannot forget at first glance! Although her hairstyle is quite extravagant and beyond imagination, surprisingly, it also fits well with the worldview of "Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World"!

Among these hairstyles, who do you think stands out the most? Personally, I'd definitely give all ten votes to Yugi Mutou!