Here is everything you need to know about the best child protagonists in anime.

Conan Edogawa (Detective Conan)

After a mysterious group slips Detective Conan’s protagonist Shinichi Kudo a poison that turns him into a young child, he takes on the alias of Conan Edogawa. He begins a neverending search for the antidote — as well as those responsible for his predicament.

Though he appears to be no older than six or seven, Conan still has the same brilliant mind. He uses it to solve various cases while tracking his assailants. Conan Edogawa is easily one of the most famous kid protagonists. Over the years, he’s become a well-known face within the anime community.

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Ciel Phantomive (Black Butler)

Black Butler’s Ciel Phantomhive is the Earl of the Phantomhive Manor and the official head of the family. After a horrific incident left him orphaned, Ciel’s life changed completely. He forms a contract with a fearsome demon, and with his power on his side. Ciel begins to plot his revenge against those who wronged him.

Despite his young age, Ciel works for the Queen herself. He’s a unique and very interesting child protagonist, differing greatly from the usual kid heroes seen throughout anime.

Anya Forger (Spy X Family)

Anya Forger is one of the most recent child protagonists to hit the anime scene. But she’s already become one of the most popular. One of the protagonists in Spy x Family, Anya is adopted by Loid Forger, an undercover spy looking to start up a fake family for his current mission.

Though she’s just meant to be a fake daughter, it doesn’t take long for Anya to win the hearts of her new parents. With her adorable appearance, unique mind-reading abilities, and charming quirks, it’s not hard at all to see why. Anya’s charm is impossible to ignore.

Dororo (Dororo)

It follows the adventures of the young titular protagonist and a mysterious young man named Hyakkimaru. Together, they journey to the land and battle demons as Hyakkimaru searches for his missing body parts. Because Hyakkimaru has lost the ability to see and hear, Dororo acts as his eyes and ears, guiding him along the way.

Dororo is only a small child but has already seen the harsh and cruel realities of war. Before Hyakkimaru came along, Dororo was all alone, fending for themself by stealing what they could to survive.

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Chihiro (Spirited Away)

Without a doubt, Chihiro is one of the most famous and well-loved child protagonists in anime history. Spirited Away follows Chihiro as she journies through the spirit realm and works to pay back the wicked Yubaba to save her parents. As she navigates her situation, Chihiro meets many new people.

Each teaches her a valuable life lesson that helps her grow as a person. Her adventure has been a favorite among Ghibli fans for years, and it’s hailed as one of the studio’s greatest coming-of-age stories.