Top 20 Anime Quote Makers: Sakata Gintoki, Gojo Satoru Lead 2025 Rankings
ANIHK 編輯部In the world of anime, some characters only need to appear for the audience to sense that a "golden quote" is about to be born. Whether it's a passionate battle declaration or a lazy philosophy that sees through worldly affairs, these words often pierce through the screen to become life mottos in the hearts of fans.
As of December 2025, with classic masterpieces concluding one after another, we cherish even more the words that remain in our hearts. The Japanese voting site Spacomic has released the "Characters Who Generate Famous Quotes Just By Appearing" ranking, featuring powerhouse works like Gintama and Jujutsu Kaisen, and also reflecting the strong rise of web animation characters.
Timeless Classics: Top 3 in the Anime Quote Ranking
The top three spots were fiercely contested, each with a completely different style.
No. 1: Sakata Gintoki —— Gintama
The undisputed champion. Gintoki's contrast—lazy in daily life yet adhering to the samurai code more than anyone at critical moments—is unmatched. His famous quotes are wrapped in lowbrow jokes but precisely strike the softest spot in readers' hearts. "Even in a dirty town, live like a proper human being"—this is the charm of Sakata Gintoki.
No. 2: Gojo Satoru —— Jujutsu Kaisen
"Throughout Heaven and Earth, I alone am the honored one." As the strongest jujutsu sorcerer, every word from Gojo Satoru is filled with absolute confidence backed by immense power. His quotes represent the ultimate attitude of breaking old conventions and pursuing strength; even as the story concludes, his presence remains intense.
No. 3: Dazai Osamu —— Bungo Stray Dogs
A core member of the Armed Detective Agency, Dazai Osamu's nihilism that treads the line between life and death, paired with a tone that is sometimes frivolous and sometimes profound, makes him a representative of literary-style quotes. "People live to save themselves"—his words always carry a poignant and profound philosophical meaning.
The Rise of the YouTube Anime Generation: The Plott Universe's Counterattack
The most notable trend in this ranking is the inclusion of a large number of YouTube-original anime characters. For example, Kurokami Yuma at No. 7 and Yamikawa Riko at No. 8.
This shows that audience viewing habits have deeply shifted towards short videos and online original content. Mobuo (No. 13) from Do Everything to Avoid the Flag-Chan!, although set as a supporting character, resonates with the younger generation through his吐槽 and survival philosophy. These types of works have a fast pace and many memes, producing quotes that are closer to modern online life situations.
