Kage Kara Mamoru- -

In the mid-2000s, the anime landscape was dominated by high-concept shonen battles and the rising tide of "Isekai" (another world) fantasies. Yet, nestled comfortably in the realm of romantic comedy with a ninja twist was Kage kara Mamoru! (translated as Mamoru the Shadow Protector or Shadow Guardian Mamoru! ).

Yuna herself is a delightful disaster. She isn't a damsel in distress because of weakness, but because she is oblivious to the point of invincibility. She wanders into yakuza hideouts with the same sunny disposition she has when walking to school. Kage kara Mamoru-