n the vibrant world of anime, characters are known for their epic battles, emotional arcs, stylish looks, and…their unforgettable laughs. Yes, you heard that right. Some anime characters leave such a mark on fans that their laugh becomes part of their iconic identity. Whether it’s a villain’s sinister cackle or a hero’s hearty chuckle, anime laughs are often exaggerated, expressive, and downright hilarious.
This blog is for true anime lovers. We’ve gathered 22 anime characters with the quirkiest, most recognizable laughs in the anime universe. But there’s a twist — you have to guess them first. We’ll give you a hint based on their laugh style and personality, and then reveal who it is. Let’s see how well you know your anime!
How to Play
Each entry below gives you a clue describing the laugh and the character’s personality. Try to guess before scrolling down to the answer! No cheating — that’s no fun. Share your score at the end and tag your anime buddies to take the challenge too.
Let’s get giggling!
1. “Fufufufufu…” — Who Is This Fashionable Pirate With a God Complex?
Clue: This character walks like he owns the sea and laughs like he’s the only one who gets the joke. He wears sunglasses 24/7, struts in a flamingo coat, and has zero patience for weakness.
🧩 Answer: Donquixote Doflamingo (One Piece)
With his trademark “Fufufufu,” Doflamingo’s laugh is both classy and creepy. This former Warlord of the Sea laughs in moments of chaos, showing just how twisted and confident he is. His laugh is so distinct, fans can spot it in a crowd.
📌 Trivia: His laugh is intentionally flamboyant to match his over-the-top personality and luxurious lifestyle.
2. “Oro Oro Oro Oro…” — This Guy Isn’t Crying. He’s Laughing.
Clue: He’s overprotective, gentle, and massive. Often chasing after a certain chain-smoking friend, his soft laugh reflects his kind nature despite his intimidating size.
🧩 Answer: Jean Pierre Polnareff (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders)
“Oro oro” is the Japanese equivalent of “Oh no oh no,” but in Polnareff’s case, it comes off as a loving chuckle. His laughter reflects his warmth and concern, especially when things go south.
📌 Trivia: “Oro oro” became a meme thanks to JoJo’s over-the-top dramatics.
3. “Kukukukuku…” — Mysterious, Manipulative, and Way Too Calm
Clue: A puppet master in the shadows, this guy rarely gets angry but always has that creepy, controlled laugh that says, “I planned this all along.”
🧩 Answer: Sosuke Aizen (Bleach)
Aizen’s laugh oozes elegance and menace. “Kukukuku…” is reserved for moments when he’s revealed his master plan, usually to the horror of everyone else around him.
📌 Trivia: His laugh is designed to be calculated, just like his every move.
4. “Hohohohoho!” — Regal, Rich, and Ridiculously Dramatic
Clue: This isn’t your average villain. Her laugh is high-pitched, ladylike, and comes with a raised pinky. Bonus: She’s obsessed with roses and rivals.
🧩 Answer: Asuka’s Mother (and several upper-class female anime characters)
But most notably: Kyoko Otanashi (Maison Ikkoku) and Ami Mizuno’s mother (Sailor Moon). This laugh trope is commonly used for upper-class women characters, portrayed as elegant and a bit snobbish.
📌 Trivia: This “ojou-sama laugh” is a trope in anime — an exaggerated sign of noble femininity and arrogance.
5. “Wahaha!” — Brash, Loud, and Always Hungry
Clue: He laughs as loudly as he eats. He’s simple, strong, and loves a good fight — and a good feast. His laugh is hearty and unstoppable.
🧩 Answer: Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece)
Luffy’s laugh reflects his carefree and joyful spirit. When he finds something hilarious, he lets the world know.
📌 Trivia: His VA, Mayumi Tanaka, made Luffy’s laugh intentionally childlike to match his innocence.
6. “Heeheeheehee…” — A Little Too Obsessed With Justice
Clue: He’s a genius with a god complex. Writes names in a notebook and watches people die with a quiet, satisfied giggle.
🧩 Answer: Light Yagami (Death Note)
Light’s quiet laugh turns manic over time. As he transforms from a student to the self-proclaimed god Kira, his laugh evolves — from “Heh…” to full-blown “MUHAHAHAHAHA!”
📌 Trivia: His final laugh scene is one of the most iconic villainous laughs in anime.
7. “Zehehehehe!” — Crooked Nose, Even Crookeder Laugh
Clue: Another pirate, but not quite as elegant. This one’s laugh is raspy, devilish, and contagious.
🧩 Answer: Marshall D. Teach (Blackbeard – One Piece)
Blackbeard’s “Zehehehe!” is one of the most recognizable evil laughs. It showcases his chaotic nature and love for power.
📌 Trivia: All One Piece characters have unique laugh styles based on personality — Oda does this on purpose.
8. “Ueehehehehehe!” — Creepy, Clownish, and Carnivorous
Clue: He’s flamboyant, magical, and dangerously obsessed with a certain young Hunter.
🧩 Answer: Hisoka Morow (Hunter x Hunter)
Hisoka’s unsettling laugh is soft yet terrifying, perfectly matching his ambiguous, seductive, and psychotic aura.
📌 Trivia: His VA said they intentionally layered tones to make his laugh both funny and frightening.
9. “Nyahahahaha!” — Mischievous Cat-Girl Energy
Clue: This character has cat ears, lightning powers, and a playful side. She’s quick-witted and often teases others.
🧩 Answer: Yoruichi Shihouin (Bleach)
Yoruichi’s giggle comes with a smirk. It’s not menacing, just mischievous — perfect for someone who hides secrets and enjoys surprises.
📌 Trivia: Her laugh even got its own remix in meme culture.
10. “Heh… Heh heh heh…” — That Laugh That Spells Trouble
Clue: He’s a serial manipulator, a planner, and has a smile you should never trust. Plays chess while others play checkers.
🧩 Answer: Lelouch Lamperouge (Code Geass)
Lelouch’s reserved chuckle often comes just before or after a brilliant, dramatic move. His genius mind always has something brewing.
📌 Trivia: His laugh becomes louder and more unhinged as the show progresses.
11. “Yahaha!” — A Laugh With a Punchline
Clue: This character is all about jokes, pranks, and unexpected turns. Often gets beaten up right after he laughs.
🧩 Answer: Gintoki Sakata (Gintama)
Gintoki’s laugh is chaotic but lovable. It breaks tension and sets the tone for his goofy antics.
📌 Trivia: Gintama as a whole breaks the 4th wall, and his laugh is often self-aware.
12. “Hahaha… HAAAHAHA!” — Intense, Explosive, And Terrifying
Clue: This hot-headed hero trainee has anger issues and volume problems. His laugh is more like a scream.
🧩 Answer: Katsuki Bakugo (My Hero Academia)
Bakugo’s aggressive laugh fits his explosive quirk and equally volatile temper.
📌 Trivia: Despite his anger, Bakugo’s laugh in battle often reveals how much fun he’s actually having.
13. “Ufufufufu…” — That Elegant But Sinister Lady
Clue: Beautiful, calm, and deadly. This mature lady smiles sweetly while plotting your end.
🧩 Answer: Lust (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)
Her soft, seductive laugh is haunting. It matches her manipulative and sensual nature.
📌 Trivia: The “ufufu” laugh is often used by femme fatale characters.
14. “Keh keh keh…” — Old Man With a Trick or Two
Clue: A perverted old ninja who’s more clever than he looks. His laugh is dry and wheezy.
🧩 Answer: Jiraiya (Naruto)
Jiraiya’s chuckle is warm but mischievous. Whether peeping or teaching, he always has a grin.
📌 Trivia: His laugh reflects his duality — both a perv and a sage.
15. “Ahahahahaha!” — The Definition of Unhinged
Clue: She’s a little too obsessed with someone named “Senpai.” Her laugh breaks all the rules of sanity.
🧩 Answer: Yuno Gasai (Future Diary)
Yuno’s laugh is the ultimate yandere sound. Sweet one second, murderous the next.
📌 Trivia: Her VA intentionally made her laugh high-pitched and erratic to match her mental state.
16. “Yohohohoho!” — Skull Joke Incoming
Clue: He’s a talking skeleton who loves jokes and music. Laughs even when no one else does.
🧩 Answer: Brook (One Piece)
Brook’s “Yohohoho!” is iconic. He even laughs at his own skeleton jokes — “Skull joke!”
📌 Trivia: His laugh is musically inspired — he’s a musician, after all.
17. “Wryyyyyy!” — The Ultimate War Cry-Laugh
Clue: A vampire, a megalomaniac, and overdramatic in the best way.
🧩 Answer: Dio Brando (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure)
Dio’s laugh is practically a battle cry. It’s unforgettable, loud, and theatrical.
📌 Trivia: “Wryyyy!” became a sound meme across the internet.
18. “Ehehehehe…” — Soft and Slightly Unhinged
Clue: She’s cheerful but also hides something darker underneath. Her laugh comes off sweet but not innocent.
🧩 Answer: Toga Himiko (My Hero Academia)
Toga’s giggle is deceptively bubbly. It reflects her obsession with love — and blood.
📌 Trivia: Her laugh is inspired by a schoolgirl trope turned twisted.
19. “Muhahaha!” — Straight Up Evil
Clue: He’s the poster child for over-the-top evil laughter. Dark robes, darker plans.
🧩 Answer: Naraku (Inuyasha)
Naraku’s laugh is theatrical and arrogant — perfect for a villain who always comes back.
📌 Trivia: His laugh even echoes in the background during fights.
20. “Hehehehe…” — Quietly Plotting Chaos
Clue: This jester-like figure loves riddles and making things weird.
🧩 Answer: Excalibur (Soul Eater)
Excalibur’s laugh is as strange as he is. He’s annoying, but you can’t forget him.
📌 Trivia: His laugh is meant to irritate — mission accomplished.
21. “Kyahahaha!” — Energetic and Chaotic Girl Power
Clue: Loves sweets, chaos, and her own wild schemes. Often dragging others into trouble.
🧩 Answer: Haruko Haruhara (FLCL)
Her laugh reflects the series itself — random, loud, and unpredictable.
📌 Trivia: One of the most chaotic characters in anime, her laugh is part of the ride.
22. “Hehehe~” — Innocent? Or Not?
Clue: Seems cute, but can turn dark fast. Loves playing tricks and looking innocent.
🧩 Answer: Beatrice (Re:Zero)
Her giggle can sound cute or condescending depending on her mood.
📌 Trivia: Beatrice is known for flipping between sweet and serious quickly.
So, How Many Did You Guess Right?
Share your score in the comments and challenge your friends! Did your favorite quirky laugh make the list? If not, let us know who deserves a spot in Part 2!
Final Thoughts
Anime laughter is more than a sound — it’s a character signature. From maniacal villains to goofy heroes, these laugh styles bring life to the anime world. Some are funny, some creepy, but all are unforgettable.