The 20 Greatest Big Sister Anime Characters
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The 20 Greatest Big Sister Anime Characters

Anna Lindwasser
Updated April 1, 2025 66.7K views 20 items
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Vote on the best anime big sisters, based on their sisterly actions and personalities.

In the world of anime, little sisters and big brothers are probably the most common sibling configuration - but that doesn't mean it's the only one out there. Actually, there are plenty of anime characters who are older sisters who are worth paying attention to. Some of the best big sisters in anime have the caring, maternal personalities that people associate with sisterly behavior, and some anime sisters show their love through their actions. 

Akari Kawamoto of March Comes In Like A Lion loves her sisters fiercely and has even taken on the responsibility of raising them after their mother passed away. Some sisters are more subtle with their love, like Rascal Does Not Dream Of Bunny Girl Senpai's Mai Sakurajima who secretly treasures every letter her sister writes her. Others, like Olivier Armstrong of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood believe in tough love by giving their younger siblings the smackdown.

Whatever their relationships with their respective siblings, these older sisters all add something meaningful to their siblings' lives. So, which one of these girls is the ideal anime older sister? Show them some love and vote up your favorites!


  • Saki Hanajima - 'Fruits Basket'

    Older Sister Of: Megumi Hanajima

    Why She's A Great Sister: Aside from looking after her little brother and being a comforting, accepting figure when he discovers his psyhic powers, Saki also extends her "motherly" personality to Tohru. She is patient, caring, and protective over both of them without being overbearing in her actions.

    654 votes
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  • Mirajane Strauss - 'Fairy Tail'

    Older Sister Of: Elfman and Lisanna Strauss

    Why She's A Great Sister: Following their parents's tragic passing, Mirajane quickly and selfless stepped up as a motherly figure for her younger siblings. Don't let her "demon persona" fool you - she is a kind and caring person to those around her.

    718 votes
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  • Tsuyu Asui - 'My Hero Academia'

    Older Sister Of: Samidare and Satsuki Asui

    Why She's A Great Sister: Although Tsuyu's siblings aren't seen too often in the anime, you can tell she loves and cares for them just by how she speaks of them. She fondly tells her classmates about them and even takes the time to visit and care for them between school terms. In the sixth volume of the MHA light novels Tsuyu even has a short chapter where she visits home for the holidays, and instead of thinking of presents, her only concern is what she can to help her parents take care of her siblings.

    936 votes
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  • Temari - 'Naruto'

    Older Sister Of: Kankuro and Gaara

    Why She's A Great Sister: Temari played a crucial part in helping Gaara move on from his tragic past. She acts as an important and comforting figure for both him and Kankuro. Her first priority is to always protect them, as shown when she tries to injure Tenten during their fight to avoid harming her own siblings.

    615 votes
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    Toka Takanashi - 'Love, Chuunibyo & Other Delusions'

    Toka Takanashi - 'Love, Chuunibyo & Other Delusions'

    Older Sister Of: Rikka Takanashi

    Why She's A Great Sister: Toka's serious personality makes it so that she's stern when it comes to Rikka's delusional beliefs, but it comes from a good place. Toka just wants what's best for her sister and tries her best to provide a safe and comfortable environment for her as they grieve the loss of their father. 

    297 votes
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  • Olivier Mira Armstrong - 'Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood'

    Older Sister Of: Alex Armstrong

    Why She's A Great Sister: As the eldest member of the Armstrong family and its primary heir, Olivier isn't the doting older sister type. Her hard exterior comes from a place of tough love, and she believes thatshe's doing whats best when harshly pushing her brother to be better for himself.

    536 votes
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