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Uncover the beauty of wholesome anime fathers who guide and inspire their children throughout their journey of fatherhood.
There’s a famous saying: A father is not just the man who shares your blood, but the one who stands by you, guides you, and takes responsibility for you. In other words, being a dad isn’t just about being biologically connected —it’s about love, care, and dedication. This concept is wonderfully illustrated by wholesome anime fathers.
Anime has given us plenty of father figures, some amazing and some… well, not so great. But today, we’re focusing on the wholesome dads, the ones who go above and beyond for their kids, whether they’re related by blood or not. These are the fathers who made us smile, cry, and appreciate the warmth of a true parental bond.
1) Kouhei Inuzuka (Sweetness and Lightning)
Kouhei Inuzuka is the main character of this anime. A single father whose wife passed away from an unknown illness and is now devoted to making sure he takes care of his daughter’s well-being.
He is shown to be very hardworking and diligent. Kouhei does not like shouting at his daughter. He also admits that there is not a single moment that he does not stop thinking about her.
When he came back from work and saw his daughter staring at the TV and looking at food commercials, Kouhei did not waste time and took his daughter out so she could have a proper meal. And seeing her enjoy eating food, got him teary-eyed.
2) Ryouji “Ranka” Fujioka (Ouran Highschool Hostclub)
Ryouji “Ranka” Fujioka is the father of Haruhi Fujioka. His daughter, being a brilliant child, was selected to join a prestigious school for rich kids due to her merit. He is a professional cross-dresser and entertainer at an Okama bar.
When it comes to caring for his daughter, he is an overprotective father. When the host club had come to meet Haruhi for the first time. Tamaki accidentally fell on her, and Ryouji walked in and thought Tamaki was flirting with Haruhi. Without missing a beat, he throws Tamaki to the other side to check on her.
Another instance is during the same episode is when Haruhi goes to shop for groceries. He follows her secretly to make sure she is safe. And he has been doing it since she was a child. As his daughter is very stubborn, he tends to worry about her. Honestly a very wholesome anime father.
3) Byakuya Ishigami (Dr. Stone)
Byakuya Ishigami is the adoptive father of Senku Ishigami. He was an astronaut and is shown to be very smart. Also, let us not forget that he is a devoted father. Just so Senku could have fun while learning, he sold his car. And while the earth’s civilization was petrified, Byakuya Ishigami had faith in his son that Senku would be responsible for bringing it back.
Throughout the rest of his life, he sought resources that he felt Senku would need to help him out. Till his last breath, he did his best for his son. He dedicated his whole life to a gamble of not knowing really if it was going to happen. Rather, it was because of the confidence and a father’s love towards his son.
4) Maes Hughes (Full Metal Alchemist)
Maes Hughes is the first name that comes to mind when people think about wholesome anime fathers. He is always cheerful and is seen showing pictures of his wife and daughter to everyone. If there is a list of wholesome husbands, his name would come in it too.
When he greets his daughter, he hugs her and calls her Princess. Even while talking on a call, he is seen grinning and talking about his daughter while holding her picture.
He is too protective of his daughter, especially in the scene when she is playing with boys her age. He gets angry and pulls her out. And finally, we have the instance when he shows a 12ft banner with his daughter’s photo, which baffled everyone because it was uncalled for.
5) Thors Snorresson (Vinland Saga)
Thors is the father of Thorfinn Karlsefni and has a daughter. He was a fierce warrior called the “Troll of Jom.” Thors quit being a warrior, wanting to lead a life of peace, and preached that to his kids too. He has been a responsible father and made sure he provided for his family.
When his son Thorfinn was kept hostage. He chooses to sacrifice himself to save his son. Even years after his death, Thors’ teaching became a very important point for Thorfinn’s life. He was able to change and become stronger and kinder, just like his dad. A lesson that is taught by him is “You have no enemies.” Such level-headedness and not wanting to hurt people made him a gentle person and a wise, wholesome father.
6) Kyosuke Hori (Horimiya)
Kyosuke Hori is the father of two children, Kyouko Hori and Souta Hori, who is often absent from home due to work. According to Kyouko, she has a very informal relationship with her father.
When Kyouko started dating Izumi Miyamura, he approved of the relationship and had a very wholesome bond with him. In one instance he even claimed that Izumi is his heir. He was always happy to hang out with Izumi Miyamura and even took him for a bath to show approval, which backfired as it ended up scaring him.
7) Kakushi Goto (Kakushigoto: My Dad’s Secret Ambition)
Kakushi Goto is a single father who used to draw ecchi comedy manga. He did his best to hide this fact from his daughter as he felt embarrassed. In addition, he is a very loving and caring father, even when his daughter does not feel like being friends with him.
Even after his daughter got to know the truth, it turned out he had lost his memories of her in the present and thinks she is still 10 years old. Due to his naive nature, he ended up having a harem around him because they thought he was flirting, whereas he was just stating the fact that his daughter could use a mother in her life. He also attended his daughter’s sports meet and cheered for her.
8) Loid Forger (Spy Family)
Loid Forger is the adoptive father of Anya. He picked her from an orphanage to make sure he could get close to Desmond. His intentions were not very parent-like. But after adopting Anya, he has learned to be patient with her, listen to her whims and make peace with the fact that sometimes kids are going to be kids. He is gentle towards her and makes sure he pushes her to study, and when she produces results, rewards her.
When he saw Anya had fallen asleep while studying, he smiled, picked her up, and tucked her in, showing his caring nature. And he recorded her favorite show so she could watch it when she was awake.
9) Kazuki Kurusu and Rei Suwa (Buddy Daddies)
Both the characters were fathers to Miri from the time they decided to take care of her. Kazuki took the role of being a cheerful guardian; meanwhile, Rei took some time to come around. Both of them kept her safety and her needs as a priority. Kazuki is seen spying on his daughter when she is walking holding hands with a boy he thought of the worst and instantly became protective of her.
When Rei saw Miri being taken by police, thinking she was lost, she called him to save her by saying, “Save me, Papa.” Then we are taken to a flashback when she tells him that a dad is someone who saves us when we are in trouble. He runs towards her and declares that indeed he is her father, hugs her, and walks away.
10) Tatsuo Kusakab (My Neighbour Totoro)
Tatsuo Kusakab is one of the most wholesome anime fathers from Ghibli movies. He is a good father who makes sure to take care of his daughter as his wife is hospitalized. He is supportive when his daughters tell him about his adventure with Totoro. Tatsuo Kusakab is kind and patient; when his daughters narrate everything that happened he listens attentively.
One evening as it was raining, his daughters cared about him so much that they carried an umbrella so he did not get drenched. He is responsible for taking care of them too, he gave them baths and made sure they were safe and happy.
Conclusion
One thing all these fathers have in common is their deep love and care for their children. No matter how they express it—through quiet sacrifices, tough love, or constant support—they always put their kids’ well-being first. They work hard to provide, often hiding their struggles to ensure their children grow up happy and safe.
These characters are always a joy to watch, reminding us of the importance of kindness, responsibility, and selflessness. They set an inspiring example, not just in anime but also in real-life parenting. To all the wholesome anime dads out there, we salute you—because we need more of you!
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Uncover the beauty of wholesome anime fathers who guide and inspire their children throughout their journey of fatherhood.
There’s a famous saying: A father is not just the man who shares your blood, but the one who stands by you, guides you, and takes responsibility for you. In other words, being a dad isn’t just about being biologically connected —it’s about love, care, and dedication. This concept is wonderfully illustrated by wholesome anime fathers.
Anime has given us plenty of father figures, some amazing and some… well, not so great. But today, we’re focusing on the wholesome dads, the ones who go above and beyond for their kids, whether they’re related by blood or not. These are the fathers who made us smile, cry, and appreciate the warmth of a true parental bond.
1) Kouhei Inuzuka (Sweetness and Lightning)
Kouhei Inuzuka is the main character of this anime. A single father whose wife passed away from an unknown illness and is now devoted to making sure he takes care of his daughter’s well-being.
He is shown to be very hardworking and diligent. Kouhei does not like shouting at his daughter. He also admits that there is not a single moment that he does not stop thinking about her.
When he came back from work and saw his daughter staring at the TV and looking at food commercials, Kouhei did not waste time and took his daughter out so she could have a proper meal. And seeing her enjoy eating food, got him teary-eyed.
2) Ryouji “Ranka” Fujioka (Ouran Highschool Hostclub)
Ryouji “Ranka” Fujioka is the father of Haruhi Fujioka. His daughter, being a brilliant child, was selected to join a prestigious school for rich kids due to her merit. He is a professional cross-dresser and entertainer at an Okama bar.
When it comes to caring for his daughter, he is an overprotective father. When the host club had come to meet Haruhi for the first time, Tamaki accidentally fell on her, and Ryouji walked in and thought Tamaki was flirting with Haruhi. Without missing a beat, he throws Tamaki to the other side to check on her.
Another instance is during the same episode is when Haruhi goes to shop for groceries. He follows her secretly to make sure she is safe. And he has been doing it since she was a child. As his daughter is very stubborn, he tends to worry about her. Honestly a very wholesome anime father.
3) Byakuya Ishigami (Dr. Stone)
Byakuya Ishigami is the adoptive father of Senku Ishigami. He was an astronaut and is shown to be very smart. Also, let us not forget that he is a devoted father. Just so Senku could have fun while learning, he sold his car. And while the earth’s civilization was petrified, Byakuya Ishigami had faith in his son that Senku would be responsible for bringing it back.
Throughout the rest of his life, he sought resources that he felt Senku would need to help him out. Till his last breath, he did his best for his son. He dedicated his whole life to a gamble of not knowing really if it was going to happen. Rather, it was because of the confidence and a father’s love towards his son.
4) Maes Hughes (Full Metal Alchemist)
Maes Hughes is the first name that comes to mind when people think about wholesome anime fathers. He is always cheerful and is seen showing pictures of his wife and daughter to everyone. If there is a list of wholesome husbands, his name would come in it too.
When he greets his daughter, he hugs her and calls her Princess. Even while talking on a call, he is seen grinning and talking about his daughter while holding her picture.
He is too protective of his daughter, especially in the scene when she is playing with boys her age. He gets angry and pulls her out. And finally, we have the instance when he shows a 12ft banner with his daughter’s photo, which baffled everyone because it was uncalled for.
5) Thors Snorresson (Vinland Saga)
Thors is the father of Thorfinn Karlsefni and has a daughter. He was a fierce warrior called the “Troll of Jom.” Thors quit being a warrior, wanting to lead a life of peace, and preached that to his kids too. He has been a responsible father and made sure he provided for his family.
When his son Thorfinn was kept hostage. He chooses to sacrifice himself to save his son. Even years after his death, Thors’ teaching became a very important point for Thorfinn’s life. He was able to change and become stronger and kinder, just like his dad. A lesson that is taught by him is “You have no enemies.” Such level-headedness and not wanting to hurt people made him a gentle person and a wise, wholesome father.
6) Kyosuke Hori (Horimiya)
Kyosuke Hori is the father of two children, Kyouko Hori and Souta Hori, who is often absent from home due to work. According to Kyouko, she has a very informal relationship with her father.
When Kyouko started dating Izumi Miyamura, he approved of the relationship and had a very wholesome bond with him. In one instance he even claimed that Izumi is his heir. He was always happy to hang out with Izumi Miyamura and even took him for a bath to show approval, which backfired as it ended up scaring him.
7) Kakushi Goto (Kakushigoto: My Dad’s Secret Ambition)
Kakushi Goto is a single father who used to draw ecchi comedy manga. He did his best to hide this fact from his daughter as he felt embarrassed. In addition, he is a very loving and caring father, even when his daughter does not feel like being friends with him.
Even after his daughter got to know the truth, it turned out he had lost his memories of her in the present and thinks she is still 10 years old. Due to his naive nature, he ended up having a harem around him because they thought he was flirting, whereas he was just stating the fact that his daughter could use a mother in her life. He also attended his daughter’s sports meet and cheered for her.
8) Loid Forger (Spy Family)
Loid Forger is the adoptive father of Anya. He picked her from an orphanage to make sure he could get close to Desmond. His intentions were not very parent-like. But after adopting Anya, he has learned to be patient with her, listen to her whims and make peace with the fact that sometimes kids are going to be kids. He is gentle towards her and makes sure he pushes her to study, and when she produces results, rewards her.
When he saw Anya had fallen asleep while studying, he smiled, picked her up, and tucked her in, showing his caring nature. And he recorded her favorite show so she could watch it when she was awake.
9) Kazuki Kurusu and Rei Suwa (Buddy Daddies)
Both the characters were fathers to Miri from the time they decided to take care of her. Kazuki took the role of being a cheerful guardian; meanwhile, Rei took some time to come around. Both of them kept her safety and her needs as a priority. Kazuki is seen spying on his daughter when she is walking holding hands with a boy he thought of the worst and instantly became protective of her.
When Rei saw Miri being taken by police, thinking she was lost, she called him to save her by saying, “Save me, Papa.” Then we are taken to a flashback when she tells him that a dad is someone who saves us when we are in trouble. He runs towards her and declares that indeed he is her father, hugs her, and walks away.
10) Tatsuo Kusakab (My Neighbour Totoro)
Tatsuo Kusakab is one of the most wholesome anime fathers from Ghibli movies. He is a good father who makes sure to take care of his daughter as his wife is hospitalized. He is supportive when his daughters tell him about his adventure with Totoro. Tatsuo Kusakab is kind and patient; when his daughters narrate everything that happened he listens attentively.
One evening as it was raining, his daughters cared about him so much that they carried an umbrella so he did not get drenched. He is responsible for taking care of them too, he gave them baths and made sure they were safe and happy.
Conclusion
One thing all these fathers have in common is their deep love and care for their children. No matter how they express it—through quiet sacrifices, tough love, or constant support—they always put their kids’ well-being first. They work hard to provide, often hiding their struggles to ensure their children grow up happy and safe.
These characters are always a joy to watch, reminding us of the importance of kindness, responsibility, and selflessness. They set an inspiring example, not just in anime but also in real-life parenting. To all the wholesome anime dads out there, we salute you—because we need more of you!
Looking For More?
Thank you for reading the article. We provide the latest news and create guides for Baldur’s Gate 3, Starfield, ARK Survival Ascended, and more. Also, watch Deltia play games on Twitch or visit his YouTube channel!
