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The music is a big influence for both anime. Hip-hop and jazz. Same director, but completely different settings. Even so, they match up very well. You can't watch one without the other. 

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Animes from the same directors. What Cowboy Bebop is to Jazz music is the same as Samurai Champloo to Hip Hop. Beautiful animation in both and very episodic. 

report Recommended by xaynie

Same Director, pretty much the spiritual successor to Cowboy Bebop,completely different world/story, their main similarity is...the awesomeness of the music, other than that, it's totally different. 

report Recommended by yukumushio

Although set in opposing eras, both have a strong musical theme weaving through the engaging journey of a group of accidentally travellers (for Champloo) / bounty hunters (for Bebop). Both series may seem episodic but every one is highly enjoyable. Plus all the characters have fascinating deep/dark backstories.  

report Recommended by Stripey

The same director is enough to put these series together, because Watanabe's way to create is somehow the same with Miyazaki, who share many ideas in his works. The crew contingent is almost the same, a woman and two men (with some exceptions). The story contingent is also almost the same, one episode - one story, with a great story line which has resolution in the end. You'll find moments to laugh yourself to death and to burst into tears. Besides all the above listed you'll enjoy an awesome work with music in these series. It isn't just a background for the main performance, but a very integral part of the creation. read more 

report Recommended by Iahel

Samurai Champloo is like Bebop taking place in the 'Edo-Era'. Both are made with the same style of animeation, and both have their own music themes, Bebop(Jazz/Blues), Champloo(DJ-Mixing/Rap.) Both are highly entertaining filled with action, drama, comedy, ect.. all in the right parts at the righ time. You can't like one without the other. 

report Recommended by Little-Curty

How many Anime series do you know of where there is a character of color? Samurai Champloo and Cowboy Bebop are some of the first series to feature a character from a demographic of Japan from within Japan that's often under represented within the entertainment industry, but this character is also a main character. The two series also have a similar feel overall, but are both action packed and highly character driven. 

report Recommended by Yemi_Hikari

Both anime include a group of odd characters, who eventually develope a relationship.  The have the same writer and basically the same style.  Samurai  Champloo : Cowboy Bebop :: Hip-Hop : Jazz. 

report Recommended by btj88

same guy behind the direction and story (shinichiro watanabe) with the same idea of fusing a music culture with a genre ( retro hip-hop and rap + historical samurai setting = samuraichamploo,                                                                                                                         Jazz, blues and old rock + sci-fi space cowboys and bounty hunters = cowboy bebop ) read more 

report Recommended by eyerok

Samurai Champloo is pretty much an inverted Cowboy Bebop. One's a futuristic show about the past, the other's a historical one about the future. They definitely seem like two parts of a whole to me. 

report Recommended by Nyuu3

They're both made by Shinichiro Watanabe, and they both share his unique flare. Instead of Jazz in Space meets Western, though, Samurai Champloo is Feudal Japan (Edo Period, I believe) with hip-hop stylings. It makes for a very unique anime, and the characters are awesome. 

report Recommended by Wybock

Champloo offers the same kind of artistically edgy depth as the masterpiece that is Bebop. While the two do not share similar story types nor art styles, i believe that there is a certain unspoken class of anime these two are filed under. We all i know how diverse anime can be in terms of art style as well as theme. Though i like to believe there was a resurgence in the popularity of anime in the West with animes in this class im talking about. In my opinion, this is where it truely got started folks. These animes turned a lot of us into the Otakus (geeks) we are today. Do not miss this amazing Series! You will not be disappointed friends. read more 

report Recommended by extti

Same director~

Basically a group of people that travel around place to place. There's a similar feel in atmosphere in both of these animes. Of course, Fighting Scenes are awesome! Although one has to do with samurais and the other is more futuristic. A bit of comedy as well :] 

report Recommended by LenDrizzle

They're by the same director and one incorporates hip-hop music and culture with samurai, while the other incorporates jazz with cowboys (well, space cowboys). Both are episodic with an overarching plot, and the main characters are somewhat similar. 

report Recommended by supersloth

The two are mostly an episodic series with an interesting main story to tie it all together. Although different in atmosphere both have a good balance of humour and action. There are definite differences between the two but if you have watched Cowboy Bebop (or vice versa) you might notice the style reflects that of the director Shinichirō Watanabe. 

report Recommended by aesthesises

Both series are made from the same creators so if you liked the style and "coolness" of Bebop, you'll probably like the edgy and cool style of Champloo just as much. Plus the voice of Mugen is the same voice actor who did Spike, Steve Blum! 

report Recommended by GoThIcGeek111888

Champloo is another gem from Shinichiro Watanabe, director of Bebop.  On the surface that's about the only thing that could be listed as similar.  Shinichiro Watanabe has a knack for juxtaposing two well tread ideas to create something completely new and interesting.  Bebop can be described as a futuristic, retro 70's, wild west, space cowboy story with a bit of noir sprinkled in for good measure;  Champloo can be described as a hip-hop samurai journey.  Even though they aren't similar they do compliment each other perfectly. 

report Recommended by davemanspiff

Same director, same vision...  different setting.  Cowboy bebop is on some futuristic cowboy era bounty hunters with a jazz/blues undertone. Samurai Champloo is on some edo period samauri sword swingin drifters with that real hip hop finish. 

The character development progresses in the same "bits and peices" style. Spike from cowboy bebop has the same badass smooth tough guy tip as Mugen in Samurai Champloo. I give them both 9's in my animelist... check em out  

report Recommended by metaldoom

I'm not going to beat this into the ground. Both go hand in hand perfectly. Each similar in their own unique ways, musically and character wise. If you loved one your going to love the other. 

report Recommended by TheJis

-Each episode has its own small story.
-Major plot end ties up everything and wraps up the series.
-Interesting cast of main characters, all having a generally vague backstory.
-Side characters are very interesting as well.
-Stylistic action with subtle humor mixed in (not mostly slapstick)
-The characters act very similarly (Spike-Mugen, Jet-Jin, Faye-Fuu)
-Both directed by Shinichiro Watanabe, which explains the similarities. 

report Recommended by TheJengaJam

The main characters, Spike and Mugen are very similar if not related. What I mean by similar might come out strange for some but I believe it'll present itself after more study. The voice actor is the same and the same people worked on both. Both fun to watch and I suggest watching both. 

report Recommended by charmischarming

Aside from the fact that they were both directed by Shinichiro Watanabe, the two are chaotically fun cultural mishmashes with amazing art, music, and fight scenes. (Of course, Bebop has a lot more substance...)  

report Recommended by imbecilic

Both are great cultural mashups that involve completely different music styles from the era presented and yet work wonders.

Cowboy Bebop takes western culture, space travel and jazz and blends them perfectly creating quite the energising experience.
Samurai Champloo takes the Edo period and hip-hop and surprisingly it works, especially due to the amazing soundtrack.

A key features that is seen in both is the pacing. Both are episodical but not to an extremei. They take different routes and breaks but still you feel like they're getting closer to the main path thanks to the way above average character development. 
The soundtrack is amazing for both series, mainly due to the fact that even if they're utilizing one style they can freely add elements from the time periods they're refering to.

Both are must watch shows and leave quite the impression. read more 

report Recommended by AdventDeath

They have different themes, but both are animes very attached to their soundtracks. Love themes are present, but it is ambiguous, leaving a lot of interpretations to the audience. 

report Recommended by fiilisboa

They are both directed by Shinchiro Watanabe. They are built on a similar premise: Cowboy Bebop is space bounty hunters set to a mostly jazz soundtrack while Samurai Champloo is samurai set to a hip-hop soundtrack.  

report Recommended by DrGorillaPrince

Samurai Champloo's main character is as skilled as Spike and both have afros. The same director created both shows. Cowboy Bebop is a show that mixed the future with past whereas Samurai Champloo mixes the past with the future. 

report Recommended by Cornercircle

Both groups are in search of something, and in the process, they live day by day trying to find food and money to get by.
Excluding Ed (regretfully), the characters are pretty similar. Spike=Mugen, Jet=Jin, Fey=Fuu, and (kind of, in the sense that they are both supporting animals) Ein=Momo.
Both groups don't start out being great friends and all, but as time and adventures go by, they end up warming up to each other which makes it hard for them to go their own ways.  

report Recommended by b4

There are other great recommendations on these anime, so i just want to talk about their great use of music.

Although they have different styles of music, both are very music centric, using it to mould the scenes and give a great sense atmosphere. Both are rightly praised on their music and they are used in similar ways which are accompanied by familiar settings. You will own both soundtracks before you know it.

report Recommended by Mem521

- same Director, Shinichiro Watanabe
- episodic format. The characters set on an adventure and encounter lots of side characters that take part on each main character's development and back story.
- badass male MC.
- both have anachronistic setting. 
- both have nice music. Cowboy Bebop is jazz, while Samurai Champloo is hip-hop. Both OPs are also great!

 

report Recommended by raviel_ken

Both are directed by Shinichiro Watanabe, follow the misadventures of a small group in an episodic format, have superb music which creates a unique style, and often deal with philosophical issues in their conflicts. Both brilliant! 

report Recommended by SheepishNate

Both have similar characters, good music, one episode - one story (at most two episodes), a good plot, and describe life situations and problems in different worlds. They have similar humor and don't hide violence and blood. 

report Recommended by Croat

Both done by same people and have similar art styles . Main characters are very similar in a certain way; both of them also very Era/Culture-influenced . 

report Recommended by Silent_Vizard

Mugen and Spike. Two of the most badass, laid-back and expressions of cool for any character in anime. Whilst both stories surrounding the characters are not similar, the struggles and fights of both these said characters offer entertainment and the same vibe to interest you, if these characters are to your liking. 

report Recommended by Saul_L

Music influences both series in different ways and the characters are unique and really make the anime amazing 

report Recommended by roshnixp

Same director. Where Bebop combines a sci-fi setting with a jazzy, western vibe, Champloo combines a Japanese samurai setting with a hip-hop vibe. Both animes are also relatively episodic rather than serial.  

report Recommended by Losha

One trait that sets Shinichiro Watanabe’s work apart is his refusal to accept this Japanese conformity. In his anime, all of the characters define themselves by their individuality, fighting for themselves and ONLY themselves in a vast and lonely world. In Cowboy Bebop, the characters were thrown together by chance and stayed together only as long as convenience allowed. Although the anime was for the most part an action comedy, even the hilarious moments were subdued by this profoundly forlorn undercurrent of internal solitude.

Samurai Champloo has a very similar feel; in the series, three misfits who would otherwise have nothing to do with each other are thrown together by coincidental events. The characters then proceed to engage in a variety of episodic escapades, finally culminating in a suitably climactic and suspenseful conclusion. This basic plot structure, combined with Watanabe’s trademark freeform style, makes it easy to draw comparisons between the two works, despite the radically different settings.

In any case, if you liked one, watching the other is practically a matter of course. read more 

report Recommended by vivafruit1

Both series have the same director, focus on a small cast of characters, and episodic adventures with enjoyable action. 

While Bebop has more experimentation with film noir and exploring the characters themselves, Champloo is more about the adventures the characters partake in.

I will say that it's not on the same level of quality as Bebop and suffers from things Bebop never did, but it does have it share of pros like the animation and action (which is obviously based on sword fighting, giving the anime its own sense of identity).   

report Recommended by Aenglaan

Both Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo are written by the same author and feature the same episodic nature. Additionally, the three main protagonists of each respective series are of the same archetypes. If you enjoyed Bebop, you'll likely enjoy Champloo. 

report Recommended by SuperVegetarott

The focus of both series is the mix of different styles especially music: Cowboy Bebop is a mix of cowboy western, film noir, Jazz and Blues setting in space. Samurai Champloo is a mix of samurais, modern-day Japan and hip hop setting in Edo-era Japan. Also both series have an episodic storytelling with an overall story. Another important and common aspect is the journey into the main character's past. 

report Recommended by Dan-Te

These two anime have an extremely similar vibe. They share many of the same production crew so it is no surprise that stylistically and aesthetically are in many ways comparable. There is a similar character dynamic in Samurai Champloo as in Bebop, but what makes me think you will enjoy this anime is actually how the two shows are different. Many of the plot choice in Samurai Champloo seem to be parallel to the choices in Bebop; however, in Samurai Champloo, many of the subtle issues that were passed over lightly in Bebop are explored in greater depth. These two shows are in no way related to one another, but they are both stylistic masterpieces IMHO. 

TL;DR: If you like Bebop you will find more of what you love in Samurai Champloo read more 

report Recommended by mader527

Two absolutely brilliant anime with incredible characters.
No significant plot in either anime because the characters take the spotlight and the interactions between characters are amazing.
Wicked, smooth fight scenes, great dialogue and absolutely awesome characters.
Both anime are memorable for, did i mention, the characters?
On a serious note, amazing, character-driven anime. Period. 

report Recommended by XOkabeCitykeyX

Made by the same guy. Both have a group of protagnists who travel for a single goal while encountering random misadventures along the way. Both have amazing art, action, characters, soundtrack and unique during its time.  

report Recommended by EmNeM

The principal idea of my recommendation is based on different factors. First of all we got an awesome opening, the kind of stuff you can download an put on your mp3 to listening on daily routine. Second, even if the story happens in different timelines (Space, 2071 for Cowboy Bebop and Japan, Edo Period for Samurai Champloo), we can see a presente of a "road trip" in both, with all the crew together and helping each other. Different plots, where you have a new adventure in each episode. Same kind of comedy and some resemblance between main characters. 

report Recommended by STEREOo

Same style , Same Genres , Same Pattern of events , and both Depends on the course of events more than story , and both have their own music themes , same type of characters 

report Recommended by semmarabd14

This recommendation is based on the English dub. Same director, same main character voice actor (Mugen and Spike). Both of these characters are interesting and badass to say the least. 

Group dynamic is even the same within the main cast; two guys who are skilled at their roles then an annoying female character who brings more trouble than fortune. The 2 male main characters make up for this however.

Both anime are episodic; although Cowboy Bebop has the better overarching plot from the get-go. Both are enjoyable nonetheless. 

report Recommended by SgtSpringRoll

While Cowboy Bebop often accrues more glory, both of these shows are made by the same directors, and, personally, I enjoyed Champloo more. The main characters are all very similar, and both series maintain an episodic style up until the last few dramatic episodes, which are both fantastic in their own ways. 

report Recommended by catullus_d_rus

Samurai Champloo and Cowboy Bebop. They present us to the trio, who join, for the same purpose. Mini-histories appear before them, where they must contribute a grain of sand to get money and food, although things always get complicated. We have the boy who only thinks of struggling to get what he wants, sometimes without caring about anyone else's life. The type who prefers not to get involved, if not necessary. The girl can sometimes be a nuisance, subject to looks, but she can be cunning. Two series full of action and comedy along with different events, where they talk about different topics of interest, where they always end up involved. read more 

report Recommended by OtakuNote87

Both are made by the same director.
Both have a big influence with music ( OST are awesome !) and are really similar in many points 

report Recommended by _Pingu_

Both are long action packed adventures that end with an expected and ideal ending.  Both have similar art style and both have a heavy influence on the music that is present in the anime. 

report Recommended by Smelly-Jelly

These two anime share the same episodic narrative (they're both directed by Watanabe Shinichiro), have very unique and iconic characters and are highly influenced by a specific music genre in their epic soundtracks and overall style, although Samurai Champloo feels more "wacky" in a -indeed- positive way. The two series have some epic fight directing/coreographing, and as much as the settings are very different, both of these two great must-watch shows will feel very similar inspite of their unique characteristics, which will just add value to their overall quality. 

report Recommended by p1va

Just finished watching Samurai Champloo after having no prior knowledge of its existence, and wow. If you like great character and world development with an interesting story and great beats, then boy have i got the anime recommendation for you. 

Now i recommend both to anyone reading this. but if you have seen one of the anime and enjoyed it, i guarantee you will find something in the other worth your time.

"I hope that the rain will never stop. If it continues, then I can stay here forever." 

report Recommended by UgokuUgoku

Same director, and the style of story telling is the same. They both have an overarching story, but most episodes don't really matter in terms of the whole plot itself. 

report Recommended by princesjelyfish

Two offerings from Watanabe, and both are definitely worth watching. The stories  and characters are similar - the spirited and determined female character, the rebellious young man that doesn't obey society's rules, and that man's quieter and more reserved counterpart, each journeying together across space/Japan, searching for something. Whereas Cowboy Bebop has a jazz + space combination, Samurai Champloo has a hip-hop + ancient Japan combination, one that might sound strange, but the two work together to create an interesting world, with plenty of humorous moments.  

report Recommended by SionnachD

-Action, adventure and comedy packed anime with great plots 
-Similarities between characters and their relationships (i.e. Spike/Mugen, Faye/Fuu)
-Badass characters
-Phenomenal fighting scenes and martial arts 
-Both anime have different but unique settings and timelines (futuristic but retro space western style for one and alternate japanese edo style for another)
-Music and OST have a big influence in both anime and are what make them stand out (jazz and blues for cowboy bebop and J hip-hop for samurai champloo)
-Both anime share the same director, Shinichirou Watanabe
-As much as cowboy bebop is known to be a classic and a must watch anime, I'd say so is samurai champloo despite being on the underrated side (so I highly recommend watching it!!)
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report Recommended by SeeU-SpaceCowboy

Both series have the same director and have an episodic formula. Furthermore, the relationship between the characters is kinda similar 

report Recommended by Bagira20

* In both series they travel as a team
* The MC's start off immediately strong, you don't have the bullsh*t process of 50 episodes of becoming stronger
* The timeline of the episodes doesn't matter, so you don't have to worry about remembering how the story went. You can still catch up after a few months without you having the feeling that you don't understand.
* The music is really good by both shows.
* And both shows are really enjoyable, go watch it :) 

report Recommended by BelloBel2000

Set in the Edo period of Japan, Champloo transforms Japanese history by including themes from the world of Hip-Hop culture and modern America. This anime features lots of great action, dialogues between lead characters and music that will have you hooked from the first action packed episode. Champloo is a great example of what I like to call a "Journey" anime. The plot revolves less around the ending and the place the characters are going, and more around the events and interactions that take place as they attempt to reach that destination  

report Recommended by Bagelman102

Same director, different context with different music, but both series are amazing on its own. If you watch cowboy bebop, you should watch samurai champloo and viceversa. 
 

report Recommended by DivisibleH

Both have an episodic style to it. Both use a certain style of music and era and create an interesting setting. The main characters have similar characteristics, and keep you interested with the action packed episodes. 

report Recommended by Denaos

In both anime, you have really original and badass main characters. The story doesn't take place in the same universe, but if you are looking for a great anime with a lot of fights and action, here you are! And, the most important : EPIC MUSIC !!!!!!!! 

report Recommended by Mugensamurai

The main character of Samurai Champloo has a very similar personality as Spike Spiegel. Both of them have that carefree badass type of mindset. So if you liked Spike, you'll definitely like Mugen. Plus, I'm pretty sure that both shows were made by the same studio. 

report Recommended by Pink_Chan1113

Same Director , Both are episodic , similar characters and vibes but in different eras both of them use unique music , I Recommend both of them highly 👍🏼 

report Recommended by Naruzx

Same director, very different, both extremely enjoyable. Music plays a central role in both of these, with Cowboy Bebop having mostly jazz, blues and rock and roll influences while Samurai Champloo being more hip-hop and chillhop. While they both have quite different settings there is definitely a similar feel about them. Bebop is more deep and complex than Champloo, and thus is something of a step-up or even upgrade from Champloo.  

report Recommended by Heremus

The music is the key factor here, both have excellent songs, Jazz, Blues, Hip-Hop. Memorable moments, fights, and characters.  

report Recommended by Nyanzinho

Though both shows may be set in vastly different universes, there's no denying the unique Shinichiro Watanabe touch to them. Most prominently, this can be noticed in the superior combination of good freaking music and great freaking action scenes. While one dabbles in classic blues and jazz, the other rides a wave of feel-good hiphop, all the while poignant in their themes of past, present and future.

You can't watch one and dislike the other, trust me! 

report Recommended by rebirthx

Although they have a different setting, both Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo are directed by legendary Shinichiro Watanabe. These two shows are episodic, but with a good storyline that will tell more about the characters as the story unfolds. They also have an amazing soundtrack (jazz in Cowboy Bebop, hip-hop in Samurai champloo), comedy, drama and well animated action scenes. 

report Recommended by ViniShiroyasha

Both are works directed by Shinichiro Watanabe, run 26 episodes and feature a strong balance of action, comedy and drama.  Both are episodic in structure, have strong original soundtracks and have small central casts of vitriolic companions who serve as foils to each other.  Also, both works have the main character voiced by Steven Blum in the English Dub, and both dubs are great. 

report Recommended by InkSpider

A cast of flawed yet lovable characters. Episodic structure filled with random hijinks and situations. A simple premise allows for a focus on slow yet satisfying character insight and development. A mixing of genre conventions and settings.  

report Recommended by kinjoleef

Music based themes, characters with a well definite personality and deep back story. 

report Recommended by ForwardsTheFlame

Music is similar between these two. Same director but different settings. Funny, enjoyable from start to finish.  

report Recommended by Half-MagePrince

Similar art style, created by the same director, both have great musical scores. 

report Recommended by Glog

Both are directed by Shinichiro Watanabe and are amazing absolute masterpieces of Anime. Both are shows that focus on a small group of characters and how their interactions affect each and every one of them. Both also have amazing art and action sequences that are unrivaled. These are two of the greatest Anime of all time and are a MUST-WATCH. 

report Recommended by jojo_____1234

Another epic show by Shinichiro Watanabe who creates his own world and style with strong main characters and the battle to obtain that sweet, sweet crunkle. (Money) 

report Recommended by CrystalGemFox

Both being from Shinchiro Wantabe, as well as alot of focus on friendship,action and a particular choice of music that sounds really good too and also really nice art and charcter designs and some focus on philosophy as well too. 

report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost

Very similar vibe, heavy reliance on music, similar graphics.
although champloo can be a bit boring 

report Recommended by Johnny386

Besides having the same director, both shows have direct parallels and contrasts in terms of characters, themes, story, tone, music and visuals.  While Cowboy Bebop offers a more philosophical approach in its overall theme, Champloo takes a more laid back, nostalgic mood that actually made it more enjoyable for me than the former.  Both shows are in my top 6 favorite anime of all time, and I'd highly suggest giving them a shot.  There are other shows that capture a similar sense of what Bebop great, but Champloo managed to do it perfectly.  See ya space samurai... 

report Recommended by TheFlyingOrange

Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo both follow the same episodic story structure using a small castt of distinct main characters. While they may differ drastically in genre (one is a Western-style Sci-Fi Drama, the other an Eastern Historic Action/Comedy), the way the characters and story are presented at a slow rate is shared well between the two. 

report Recommended by YeOldeGamer1

As Bebop, Champloo is presented as a character-based anime where with each episode you get to know more about the characters. On top of that, both are style-driven where that style is created through music, Cowboy Bebop is Jazz and in Samurai Champloo is Hip-Hop. Both are directed by Shinichiro Watanabe. 

report Recommended by Cuesta27

The stories may seem very different from each other, but both give a similar vibe. Sunrise worked really hard to make these two wonderful, classic anime and it is very likely that if you liked Cowboy Beepob, you will also like Samurai Champloo. It has been said by others as well. 

report Recommended by xx_ibrahimd_xx

The whole vibe of Cowboy Bebop I believe is present in Samurai Champloo. While Cowboy Bebop has a jazz vibe, Samurai Champloo has a hip hop vibe. They both have interesting characters that you want to learn more about as well. So just do yourself a favor a watch it, you won't regret it. 

P.S. I was recommend Samurai Champloo off of Cowboy Bebop and enjoyed it a lot. 

report Recommended by CottonCandyRuvo

The series is also a tribute and a reinterpretation of genres of yesteryear, such as western and noir, and which are re-translated to explore human emotions and which we are often afraid to face. Loneliness and really wondering what existence is are so abstract within the narrative that you don't immediately feel when they are touched and it makes you think “If people already dominate space travel, why are the quality of human values ​​so poor? "

The characters have their nuances. They are neither white nor black, they are all gray that change depending on what needs to be resolved and are so well executed and defined at first that you can notice their evolution and understand the paths of their life, creating a sympathy with them.
Cowboy Bebop is like a great book. You can take the series at any time and it will tell you something different or you will be able to identify with another aspect of the characters. read more 

report Recommended by Gunnnslinnnger

A great adventure anime that explores history of the rural Japan period and the other being about space. Eventhough being two different environments both take the job seriously well highlighting the history of space but also rural Japan era with having great comedy in between which works really well. Characters are similar and are very well remembered characters with good written stories and personality traits. Also both animes exploring the meaning of enemy's and friendship and teamwork. Both are good and worth the watch!  

report Recommended by golden_piggies

-both have strong MCs
-both MCs have dark past
-both have a great ending
-both have big rivalries
-both have good fights 

report Recommended by azy19201

it has the same kind of writing as samurai champloo in the sense that the characters feel very human like and that they all have different goals while working together 

report Recommended by SpaceOpal

Both include heavy themes as well as leaning far into a music style for inspiration, hip-hop for Samurai Champloo, and Jazz/Bebop for Cowboy Bebop. Each follows a cast of cool but also dysfunctional characters that are similar to each other. Both series involve the characters messing around for the most part in random events that can be both heartfelt and silly. 

report Recommended by Salty_Boi

Same director; Similar: level of great combination of styles (especially, music: rap + samurai and jazz/blues + space), adventure type of anime (exploring their respective worlds), episodes which are not connected strongly,  

report Recommended by Ashiru_Zarin

Both are not only from the same director, but both also feature a very similar episodic style.

Also, if you’re looking for another anime with a stellar OST, then... this one’s right up your alley. 

report Recommended by Bizaster

The other recommendation that comes as no surprise to anybody: Coywboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo. While the setting and stories are very different, they star the same male lead voice actor and have a very similar energy about them. They are serious action stories that know when not to take themselves too seriously and have fun. The shows have fantastic characters and are extremely addictive. I would have put Trigun together with these to form a trio, but that's not a possibility unfortunately. 

report Recommended by DiscipleOfKreia

Made by the same creator
aesthetics  

report Recommended by bbyfno

There are plenty of aspect that these 2 shows has. Even though one is set in as futuristic atmosphere, and the other is in an old era of Japan, the concept of these 2 are just feels somehow both different and similar at the same time 

report Recommended by Stonygolf

Both anime are episodic. They have great stylistic music, charismatic characters and a lot of ideas which anime use in every episode.  

report Recommended by karlorenn

-If you like a goalless ordinary team who just lead a life without any specific aim trying to ignore their miserable past , then you must watch them.
-You will find some undefeatable characters who barely cares about anything.
-There is almost no specific difference between spike and mugen.
-And absolutely no lack comedy and background music.
 

report Recommended by Ratul4444

Both have an AMAZING soundtrack and even better character design. Also both in the action drama, but have some tearjerker episodes. I give both a 10/10. 

report Recommended by sl33pythekid

Both are episodic and slowly develop a good plot 

report Recommended by Euphorian_

It's like same anime but set in different times  

report Recommended by HaBloodHawk

character-based anime where with each episode you get to know more about the characters.

 On top of that, both are style-drive where that style is created through music – Cowboy Bebop is Jazz and in Samurai Champloo is Hip-Hop. 

report Recommended by SANSUIsan

Both are about characters from different backgrounds forming a team together and then having to face everyone's different pasts together.
Both have very similar character types and really good fight scenes. 
They also bing the same vibe and entertainment and both have really good music.  

report Recommended by DBishTheFish

both of them are Original anime, it has Western vibes but different, like Cowboy Bebop using Western theme but japanese vibes, or Samurai Champloo using Japanese theme but Western vibes, both of them are good 

report Recommended by Trifs

Samurai Champloo is also a character-driven story, with each episode revealing more about each of the main characters.  both shows share is the sound-track driven action, and style which is carried through the music, also the characters in both shows are driven by one thing, their constant need for money to eat.

 

report Recommended by the_not3

Writers in both of them had some ideas to explore which are presented episodically. 

report Recommended by Mezzin_Anur

same show, but SAMURAI  

report Recommended by jujusinferno

If you love the adventure of following a main cast and seeing them develop from episode to episode, Samurai Champloo is the one for you. Both follow very similar formats, both being episodic and following a main cast of 3-4 unique individuals that are all lovable. Samurai Champloo also has a unique art style and music that distinguishes itself similar to Cowboy Bebop too. Overall, if you liked Bebop, you are likely to enjoy Champloo as well. 

report Recommended by JLoiXP

Both heavy character-driven shows produced under same director. Soundtrack is heavy part of what makes each respective show great. 

report Recommended by Daniel_Farson

Both animes are directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, and share alot of similar qualities as a result. That includes not sticking too closely to the plot, a cool protagonist, and a BANGER soundtrack that works closely to represent what is shown in the series. 

report Recommended by StupidApeBrain

Both anime have heavy implementation of original music; in order to forward both action scenes, and important narrative themes. 

report Recommended by Jettskii

Short charming stories with each episode which contribute to a nice overarching storyline.
Both have some of the best soundtracks in Films/TV. 

report Recommended by OscLamb

Besides sharing a director and a voice actor, Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo have a few interesting similarities. For starters, the main cast of characters would like to think they don't have conventional friendly love for each other, but in reality, they do, and they don't like seeing each other in trouble. The dynamics between the characters in both shows really make them special. Also, there are occasional diversions into each of the main characters' past life events in both shows. Finally, both series take genres that don't normally mix and combine them uniquely - Cowboy Bebop does it with sci-fi and noir, while Samurai Champloo does it with samurai and hip-hop. read more 

report Recommended by MeanMrMusician

They both have amazing music with the an exciting adventure where you slowly learn more about the well written and charismatic characters.  

report Recommended by Chambers0918

Made by the same dude that did Cowboy Bebop. Absolute legend. You will not be dissapointed. 10/10 would watch again. 

report Recommended by Gaerrot

its a no-brainer really, first reccomendation.  

report Recommended by thatkid0o0

Both are a gritty setting, have a nonchalant protag, and genuinely good story beats. One follows a series of bounty hunters, one follows samurai (i guess ronin is better description?), and both are very much worth the watch.
If you'll like one, the other is well worth the watch. Both ways.  

report Recommended by OfficialGothBF

Consists of chapters with different stories and goes to the past of each characters 

report Recommended by fikomastik

Both animes have the same type of vibe and both shows have a similar ending which is one of the best parts of each show. I watched cowboy bebop first and I absolutely loved it. I was recommended to watch Samurai Champloo and it also blew my expectations out of the park. They're both equally as good but if I had to say, Samurai Champloo is probably my favorite of the two even though i love cowboy bebop and just sci-fi stories in general. I also love Nujabes' music.. 

report Recommended by BooleanCube

Two entirely different but uniquely similiar in that they both have themes:  90's + space and samurais from the edo peroid + hip hop.  Both have 1 episode stories as in a storyline rarely spans more than one episode.  Being one of the 5 or so anime I enjoyed better with the english dub (and so made me realize that the main characters also share the same voice actor) 

report Recommended by tniroffhluclain

It may have different storyline and story takes place in different century, but somehow they have a same vibe. I don't know, if it's because of the music perfectly fit for both of them or if it's that old, but very beutiful animation. Over-all, all I can say is that you will love this anime as much as cowboy bebop. 

report Recommended by Ezzy__

Basically Cowboy Bebop but samurai lol 

report Recommended by Jarvz

Both of these shows have a similar episode structure. A bit like a Saturday morning cartoon where each episode is a different small story. Both of them slowly lead up to a super satisfying conclusion. 

report Recommended by devilishclover

Also directed by Shinichiro Watanabe, if you're looking for something with that mishmash of excellently animated action sequences and scenarios ranging from sincere and serious to absolutely hilarious, than Samurai Champloo should be next in your radar.

Though Champloo isn't perfect. If Bebop's episodes were like 70% good, 20% okay, and 10% bad, Champloo's episodes are like 50% good, 30% okay, and 20% bad. The first half, in particular, is where most of the okay/bad episodes reside.

Champloo has great animation on par with Bebop, but it can be very inconsistent: one episode could have amazing action sequences and other episodes seem to be constrained by budget. This is to the same degree with characters: the main cast isn't necessarily as charismatic or meaningfully developed as the Bebop cast, though they are pretty funny. Music is good (for reasons entirely different than Bebop), though some episodes don't give it an opportunity to shine. 

If you were interested in the world of Bebop (science fiction, spaceships and all), then it'd be best to look for another recommendation. But if you were interested in the spirit of Bebop (episodic, funny/serious hybrid, unconventionality), then Champloo should be enjoyable to some degree. read more

report Recommended by SCA_CriticalEye

Samurai Champloo has the same director as Bebop, as well the episodic nature that Cowboy Bebop is known for. Samurai Champloo has striking similarities to Cowboy Bebop that fans will love. 

report Recommended by FryGuy599

Afro Samurai addpermalink

Very stylized action sequences.  Both are samurai themed.  Each has a very serious samurai as well as a more laid back, energetic samurai. 

report Recommended by Phill-z

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Both of these have high level samurais shed alot of blood, also the animes contain blood, violence and a sex scene.   

report Recommended by y0l3itches

Afro samurai is more like a mixture of samurai champloo and samurai Jack, with a darker tone.They both offer a completely different take on the samurai genre as well as the action. Afro's action is a lot more exaggerated while samurai champloo's goes for more realistic sword fights. They're  Recommended to anyone looking for some great samurai action  

report Recommended by eyerok

They both have a unique hip-hop flair that, somehow, coincides with the samurai theme. They also both contain amalgamation of the past and present (like monks with rocket launchers, beat-boxing peasants). It's a weird little niche that both of these titles somehow fell into, and we haven't really seen anything like them before or after. 

report Recommended by MFGreth

Nice music, nice fight scenes, similar atmosphere, but AS is obviously more EPIC 

report Recommended by helensan

Both the shows are about samurai! But the most common and rare thing the shows have in common is their Hip-Hop inspired theme! 

report Recommended by 50-Yen

Both are Samurai action series. Both have a Hip Hop theme. Both have badass action scenes.

Afro Samurai has Samuel L. Jackson.
Samurai Champloo has Mugen. 

report Recommended by donte_gg

surreal fighting; samurais with the unexpectable devices 

report Recommended by anyideas

Both are samurai shows that have a hip hop theme. The action scenes are good in both, but I think Samurai Champloo had a lot more comedy.  

report Recommended by T_LOWE

Afro Samurai and Samurai Champloo are both about rogue samurai warriors and the way they overcome any appearing problem, always with a based-on-the-tip-of-their-sword attitude. They both have a nice blend of bumpin' hip-hop tracks and samurai action that leads to a unique experience. The fight sequences are stylish and entertaining and the characters in both series are well developed and you won't forget about them the minute you start watching a new anime. If you enjoyed watching one of them then you should definitely check out the other. 

report Recommended by FireHeart

If you like style, Samurai Champloo and Afro Samurai are definitely two series worth mentioning when taking its action and characters. Among other factors, both series takes place in a samurai-like age where there are feuds and conflicts. From these conflicts, characters usually solves them through power and dominance.

The action in both series are solid and the main character is a skilled samurai capable of combat. They're also quite brash and often speaks out what's on their mind towards their peers.

Both series are also noticeable for their catchy soundtrack as well. 

report Recommended by Stark700

They each have the elements of hip-hop music fused in samurai themes mixed within the context of each other. 

report Recommended by HybridMedia

Wandering nearly unbeatable samurais looking for one man. Going through a great number of people to get to him. They both give the same feel due to the hip-hop music and the fight scenes. 

report Recommended by Lohvo

both of the animes have this "American" styl, some times same animation 

report Recommended by UMB

Both series have some really good fighting scenes in them, which make up for the weaker story aspect. With Mugen from Samurai Champloo being the badass, rough gem of a fighter in contrast to Jin, the uniform, well practiced rounen, and from Afro Samurai you have Afro, who is the "number two" of the fighting world, who's so focused on his past that nothing else matters to him at all. 

report Recommended by Rizzles

Chanbara and Hip-Hop. Two styles that sound like they wouldn't work together. But these two anime both prove that the two styles blend perfectly. Both shows have amazing fight choreography, similar but still unique soundtracks, and urban inspired design. Samurai Champloo takes it to a more adventure oriented zone, while Afro Samurai takes it to a more cruel place. Either way if you like one, you will like the other. 

report Recommended by bennitori

Samaurai era, sword, blood, and interesting plot 

report Recommended by SpookiDjinn

Very tailored for Western audiences with a spectacular dub. Both sport hip-hop tracks that are rarely seen in anime and feature traveling swordsmen that no one wants to mess with.  

report Recommended by Protaku

Both main character(s) are BADASSES. Although Afro samurai is alot shorter than samurai champloo but is a pack a punch of action. if you like samurai animes or badass characters then this is a try out. 

report Recommended by AdunToridas11

Nice and well done action scenes, and both are samurai themed.  The series are based on travel for some quest, and there we can see diferent types of personality present in the groups and change the mood based on them. 

report Recommended by STEREOo

Both hip hop based Samurai shows 

report Recommended by Greaseboy

Good Samurai anime which share a similar style 

report Recommended by AnimeTide

Hip-hop themed samurai anime, Afro Samurai is a tad less eccentric than Champloo, but has a score produced by the legendary RZA. 

report Recommended by Tinybox

Both incorporate rap/hip-hop elements and some modern day American aspects. Both feature samurai and similar level of maturity and brutality.  

report Recommended by NightTimeRadio

They both have Hip-Hop, they both got Samurais, and they appeal to westerners like us.  

report Recommended by Kyougi

If you are looking for interesting Characters, a unique Artstyle and something that is also samurai themed, I highly recommend giving Afro Samurai a chance. It has a darker note to it, but is definitely just as intriguing as Samurai Champloo. 

report Recommended by CaptainDazai

Both are hip hop oriented storylines,musical scores and also over the top action and characters. 

report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost

- both shows are centred around samurai 
- both shows combine popular culture from different era
- both shows are heavily influenced by western music 

report Recommended by Nikiforova

this is similar to Afro samurai because they both take place in the Edo period of japan when everyone was a samurai. they are both are on a quest full of action and heartbreak. 

report Recommended by ripjako

While a lot shorter than Samurai Champloo,  Afro Samurai has many hip-hop influences in more ways than one--I mean, the music is made by RZA, of all people. Afro Samurai also has that traditional samurai feel and tells an incredible story in a short period. 

report Recommended by The_Weekly_Jay

Both Samurai Champloo and Afro Samurai combine the art of samurai with Western (namely hip-hop) elements in their own ways. They also pair interesting stories of their main characters' pasts with unadulterated, violent fun. 

report Recommended by MeanMrMusician

Great fighting scenes 

Both are samurais

good english voice acting

Hav similarities to the main characters

report Recommended by m43strx

both of these are about samurai and are set in extremely interesting worlds 

report Recommended by black_trigger101

it just is, watch it youll see just 5 chapters long 

report Recommended by kavz2002

Michiko to Hatchin addpermalink

Have a similar sharp visual style plus a modern edginess. 

report Recommended by EStaples8504

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Although the plot is not similar at all, both Michiko and Samurai are influenced by differnt cultures, when concerned with the music and style throughout the animes. Michiko being having a Latin vibe while Samurai had a more Hip Hop thing going on. Both of them were drawn wonderfully in my opinion and involve the main characters setting out on a journey to find someone. Both a just full of action and all have moments of humour as well.  

report Recommended by Krio

The animation and plot remind me a lot of Samurai Champloo. I'd recommend this as a similar story, with gangsters instead of samurai.  

report Recommended by RyanBebop

they are both from the same studio, the same crazy weird funny characters. 
a journey filled with actions, fun and strong moment 
if you liked one, you like the other
 

report Recommended by Old_Dream

I've you've read my recommendations for Bebop then you've probably already seen this recommendation coming.   I'll try to not retread old ground; but the feelings, themes and character interactions of all these anime are very similar.  Both Champloo and Michiko are buddy stories are about a journey to find a particular person.  The characters in Michiko can be paralleled to ones in Champloo but I'll leave it at that.  Watch Michiko and decide for yourself if I'm full of $h!t.  But I'm sure you'll enjoy it. 

report Recommended by davemanspiff

- both shows involve a long journey.
- both groups of MC's in each are looking for a person.
- many interesting characters are met during said journey.
- the soundtracks for each of the shows are magnificent.
- animation is about the same quality.
- lots of action, though Champloo has more.
- each episode provides an interesting side story.
 

report Recommended by TheJengaJam

Both anime are exemplary of themes such as "how the journey is more important then the destination".  Both animes essentially possess characters that follow each other to accomplish a single goal.   

report Recommended by reluctantbeeswax

Both series are short, beautifully animated, and have a wide variety of characters while still only focusing on the development of two. It also takes place in more diverse worlds that you don't find in most anime; making you interested in the worlds the characters live in. Both series also include strong women who don't fall easily into many negative tropes.  

report Recommended by bakaburg

If you are looking for a little diversity Michiko to Hatchin is definitely the way to go. Both stories have many sorts of stories that lead up to the bigger picture but in both shoes, the little stories are enjoyable, funny, and even serious.  

report Recommended by Ren211

In this series, we see how both female protagonists long to meet their father who abandoned them at an early age due to unknown reasons. However, due to their lack of strength they will be forced to depend on their travel companions that have a highly distinct personality and traits to their own. It is the coalition between their personalities and their constantly evolving relationship, which makes both journey’s highly engaging. 

Both of this series have AMAZING soundtrack, which is highly differentiable from the other animations. The soundtrack fits neatly with the ambience the show creating even more compelling action scenes.

report Recommended by boub

after i finished Samurai Champloo i craved for another anime like this, then i clicked on Michiko E Hatchin, needless to say, it was more then i could ask for. If you finished Samurai Champloo this is a good anime to cope with. 

report Recommended by _Salsa

It has the same premise and from the same studio, but it arguably has better characters,better plot, and better music.(fite me) 

report Recommended by VivavideoUser2x

Both animes shows the two main characters looking for a missing person. The influence of culture is remarkable in both: Hip Hop in Samurai Champloo, and the South American way in Michiko to Hatchin. They are two excellent adventure animations, produced in the same studio (Manglobe), with a lively and fluid animation, are also episodic and with many action scenes. If you liked one, you'll sure like the other. 

report Recommended by Orlando_Artur

If you like good fights, history and scenario 

report Recommended by Gabriel_SmK

Both are Manglobe road movie action comedies. Both feature big-hearted, good natured criminals protecting a girl on a journey in search of a McGuffin. Both have great animation, badassery, fights, meandering side arcs, and are episodic with the overarching quest plot. The endings are bittersweet and similar as well, won't spoil. Differences are that Samurai takes place in historic Japan, M&H in modern Brazil. M&H also has a much larger cast with recurring supporting characters, where Samurai focuses on the mains. 

report Recommended by inim

Stranger: Mukou Hadan addpermalink

both samurai and have awesome art and fighting scenes 

report Recommended by amade0

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Easily two of the best swordfighting series out there. Both are set in a fictional historical setting of Japan, where the samurai way of life is strong. When it comes to fight scenes, we see amazing choreography that does't require supernatural abilities. Fight scenes are realistic, fluid, without having to resort to superpower moves, repetitive movements, long in-between conversations, and so forth. Samurai Champloo is episodic in nature and more light-hearted, but Sword of the Stranger is a film with a straightforward and serious plot.  

report Recommended by Tachii

 Both are recommended to to anyone looking for some impressive sword fights and strong characters.

If you loved the action in one of the two, you should definitely check the other out. Champloo's action focuses more on the details and fluidity while sword of the stranger's has a more emotion driven and cinematic 'feel' to it. 

report Recommended by eyerok

Both facing a similar plot: traveling samurai.
Both anime placed in similar ages, and both having pretty good strong samurai as main characters.
Sword of the Stranger is a pearl (sadly a single movie) of animation and i can say that both anime are masterpieces in their own way. 

report Recommended by EtnaEraclea

Both have beautiful art and thoughtful stories. Also both have action that is executed well and without being gratuitous or over done. 

report Recommended by eklie

It has the same type of fighting style, in my opinion - it's wild, anything goes! 

report Recommended by Tavia-chan

They're both samurai themed with verry stylized fighting sequences, and both Mugen and Nanashi have a thing for saving the helpless (then of course getting so attached to the ones they saved that they risk their lives for them em' everytime they get in trouble... -.-) 

report Recommended by P0llUT3R

Both series has great and crazy fights, a lot of humour and also main characters are similar.

I think when you liked Sword of the stranger, you will definitely like also this one. 

report Recommended by Karin21

Both Sword of the Stranger and Samurai Champloo were well done, and had intense sword fighting scenes.

However Sword of the Stranger was more serious that Samurai Champloo. That being said, Sword of the Stranger had more realistic fighting scenes. You could actually see the swords being swung instead of white lines where they were swung. 

If you can, get Sword of the Stranger in 1080p because the animation was really well done, and you don't want to loose any quality. 

report Recommended by Hakenkruez

Awesome fight in both anime. They both take place in a feudal Japan. They both don't lack of blood. 

report Recommended by minouneetzoe

One of the few shows that can truly rival the animation and pure intensity of the sword fights in Samurai Champloo. 

report Recommended by JoshuaDavid

The fight scenes in both anime are beautifully executed. Both feature a travelling samurai who considers himself to be a lone wolf until meeting another lone wolf.
Set in similar periods of time. 
A main character from both anime happen to have an animal companion.
THE SOUNDTRACK! 

report Recommended by Liza

Both are set in a similar era and follow Samurai traveling. The movie and the series contain many great swordfights and have sympathetic characters. 

report Recommended by xShinigami3125

Badass sword fights and strong characters.
Both of story are set in feudal Japan.
Especially, soundtracks was awesome in both anime. 

report Recommended by geovannyboss

Katanagatari addpermalink

Similar feeling, in both main characters have some secrets from their past,unique style of fighting and reason to travel a lot .Both take place in the past. 

report Recommended by helensan

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Both Katanagatari and Samurai Champloo feature historical elements, while at the same time incorporate modern culture. The main characters have semi-unique methods of fighting and aid a girl on her journey to find something. They also hint on romance, Katanagatari more so than Samurai Champloo. 
If you liked one, I highly suggest giving the other a try. 

report Recommended by malanth

Similar animation style.  Slightly similar in story of a girl in need of someone to accompany her on a journey.  Both have comic relief, as well as tear-jerking episodes. 

report Recommended by kbearrr

Both series employs the theme of historical genre in the older era mixed in with modern pop culture. The stories of both of these anime(s) focuses on the journey that the main protagonist take while meeting with others. In other words, each episode reflects the different setting and circumstance the characters must endure.

Of course, both series also contain swordsplay so expect action mixed in with some epic soundtracks. Both series are quite entertaining and moves away from the traditional "save the world" sort of theme. Finally, the setting, characters, and style of both series are similar.  

report Recommended by Stark700

A journey between strangers. (Which grew deeper as the shows progress.)

Samurai, ninja and blades.  

report Recommended by RedvelvetDaisuki

Both portray a reveange journey with a well-defined objective, but in my opinion everything is about the journey itself. A lot of cool samurai figths. 

report Recommended by kokuso

Both anime are set in a historical Japan, and in both anime, skilled swordsmen are given a quest by a woman. 

report Recommended by 8eleth

Similarities between the two series:

Take place in or around Edo era Japan
Similar genres: historical adventures with a touch of comedy
Include characters who travel Japan in search of "something"
Have an episodic feel while also having a climatic plot
Have unique soundtracks that are unorthodox to their genres
Characters from each series have a unique fighting style
Include an overpowered or very skillful female character 
Lots of swords
Characters develop during journey
Side characters that feel fleshed out even if only given one or two episodes
Have characters that grew up on islands (Mugen and Shichika) (Not a spoiler this is revealed in each series first episode) 

report Recommended by corinthians98

They are similar in terms of:
-Deals with great sword style techniques
-Characters are both looking for something
-Gives you good sword battle scenes
-Unique art styles 

report Recommended by atKatlin

I mean these 2 animes are really similar to each other, because the in both series they travel together with a girl whom they protect both animes are about swords and swordsmanship  

report Recommended by Cambeezee

Both are action oriented series about travelling Japan in a groupin orderto find stuff. Same concept, though with different enough premises and stories that they don't exactly feellike copies of one another. Though personally I like both, I think Katanagatari is the stronger show overall. 

report Recommended by isra_q

Equally episodic with a focus on adventure in a search
Similar time period, swordplay, female protagonist which often gets in trouble/danger
Both entertaining 

report Recommended by CognitiveFactor

Both shows have a simple story but a meaningful journey where the characters learn about themself and each other. The art and the music is similar. Sword fights are the main focus of both animes although Samurai Champloo has more fights and has better fight animation. 

 

report Recommended by Puhapoci

Both feature the journey of swordsman with a person with unclear goals. 
The fighting styles in each are both very dynamic and well-animated.
Although different styles, both have amazing soundtracks that match and enhance the atmosphere in these serialized stories. 

report Recommended by toon_raider

Dororo addpermalink

If you want an anime with Samurai and a good story, also a great theme song, this is a great one.  

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Both are set in the history of Japan, wherein Samurai Champloo is set in modern-Edo Japan and Dororo is set just before that timeline, where samurai were more prominent.

They both also include:
- a pair/trio that travel in order to find something/someone
- an abundance of fighting
- conflict between the characters themselves #angst
- self-discovery and great character development
- learn a lot about the characters’ origins
- touches on the topics of family and friendship
- both have 20+ episodes
- perhaps a budding romance ??

What sets Samurai Champloo apart from Dororo is that it includes a a few filler episodes but it also successfully incorporates hip hop and modern rap elements into its story, as portrayed through the samurai, Mugen read more 

report Recommended by ajasmines

Both animes are set in the medieval Japan. MCs travel through the land. Lots of action, katana (sword) fights and adventure. 

report Recommended by ShikiSajiTomoya

They actually aren't so similar apart from the setting, samurai theme and lots of action. Dororo have supernatural elements and is much serious, while Samurai Champloo has more comedy and is kinda more realistic.

But still, if you liked one you will also like the other.  

report Recommended by Bernex7

Aside from the very similar setting of a group of wandering people going on a journey to find something in the Samurai era, another thing that is very similar in the two shows is the suspense and emotion in the finales.

Both series' finales had me on the edge of my seat and on the verge of crying. 

report Recommended by KingJanjua

1) Both are anime about Samurai
2) The Characters are phenomenal 
3) They both travel on a long journey 
4) Amazing fights scenes and beautiful music 

report Recommended by Wiszwa

Both have a young girl travelling with an older boy/s
Both are historical with sword fighting. 
Dororo, unlike Samurai Champloo, has a supernatural element(Demons).
 

report Recommended by Teeshya23

The two "short run" animes, with almost identical adventure stories between both. Set in feudal Japan era, are definitely two animes with a strong historical theme. 

report Recommended by apinzunime_

Samurai sword fighting. One girl and 1/2 boys. Hints of romance. Great plot... 

report Recommended by AnimeHero0121

Samurais with a twist. Samurai Champloo is about samurais mixed with hiphop and Dororo is about samurais mixed with ghouls/demons. 

report Recommended by ricochett

both set in ancient japan, lots of sword fighting, engaging storyline, great animation, and just the general feel of both shows are the same. both worth watching
 

report Recommended by Cleptomanic

Gintama addpermalink

Both are similar in the way that they are both samurai anime with some anachronisms and silly humor with the protagonist being very strong. 
Even the main girl character of both series eats  a lot.  

report Recommended by SatokoChan

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Both comedic, but with serious moments.  Both main characters appear apathetic, but in reality feel things very strongly and have a strong sense of duty.  Both main characters are strong samurai with a chaotic style that throws opponents off and are unable to express themselves normally, but seem to do so adequately through their actions.  Etc.  Gintama is a bit more lighthearted and has a lot more pointless comedy, but that is to be expected since it is so much longer.  

report Recommended by indi135

Same samurai living concept. Humor in both (more prevalent in Gintama). Both have hungry characters and quite of an episodic storyline. Fights are badass and people chill out when bored.

Differences

Samurai Champloo isn't sci-fi.
Gintama is more longer and doesn't focus more on it's soundtrack values. 

report Recommended by parallelle_slip

If you're a fan of insane action, then look no further! Sorry, that was pretty cliche. But really, the action scenes for both animes are intense. Gintoki and Mugen are both unruly samurais wielding katanas that have only seen blood, albeit for survival reasons. You'll feel the warmth of blood on your hands and the sweat on your brows from all exciting fights. There's a dash of comedy and amazing music flowing from your speakers.  

report Recommended by Vusili

1. One episode = one story
2. Goes through various themes (because of 1.)
3. Samurai
4. Powerful characters eventhough they can be in great danger
5. Some serious stuff sometimes

Main differences Samurai Champloo / Gintama :
- number of episodes
- main story developing slowly, ending fast (3 or 4 episodes) / no real main story
- more for grown-up / can be watched by everyone
- Samurai / Samurai
 

report Recommended by Amstramgram

They both are old school anime that have the main protagonist welding a sword with a boy and girl side character and have chilled laid back personalities which makes for good comedy 

report Recommended by NahnatRibrit

An exciting relationship between the characters, all taking place during the Edo period, and with epic samurai fights. That's what theses animes have in common.
In their own way they both share Sci-fi, Samourai Champloo with hip/hop and Gintama with aliens invading.
Even though the story of Gintama is much longer and divided in a lot of parts, it is very enjoyable to watch and moments of fun awaits you. 

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hot protagonists 

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Samurai Champloo resembles Gintama in being a more action oriented version. Like Gintama, the main trio meet by chance and wander together, with each member  having a different aim. 

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si te quedaste con ganas de una segunda temporada de samurai champloo la cual sabes que nunca va a salir, mirate gintama, al igual que samurai champloo tiene personajes con el mismo carisma, tramas episodiales, samurais y mas largo 

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Anime: Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan

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The Anime are a go to for anybody looking for a place to start with Anime involving Samurai. The main protagonist in either series aren't your average samurai and tend to do their own thing, yet crossing paths with a certain individual ends up causing a change of direction in their lives they never expected to find themselves on. 

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Both samurai, sword cutting Anime with enough comedy to keep you entertained 

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Both are samurai stories set in a similar historical context and period. 
They also portray the persecution of Japanese Christians in the past centuries (Samurai Champloo - canon material; Rurouni Kenshin - fillers). 

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They're both about Samurai in the not-so-ancient past, but RK is less realistic and has some romance elements as well. 

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Not only two of the best Samurai themed anime series getting around, but two of the best Anime series period.
Both are very rich in historical content aswell. 

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samurai traveling, sort of champloo has more traveling, but stories along the way to the final finish, characters similar (not really) but same Japanese style, relaxing entertaining stuff 

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If you enjoy a Shounen which involves sword fighting, crazy awesome samurai skills and a tremendously realistic back story - I would definitely recommend Kenshin. The art styles are quite different however, you need to understand that Kenshin came out back in the 90s and Samurai Champloo is one of the new age ones.
It sticks to the theme of Edo and Tokyo, the revolution around that time and how it not only affected samurais and nobility but common folks.

Personally, these two animes made me research more about Japanese history than any other anime. 

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both are samurai shows that are comedies, though they have different kinds of comedy. Both shows excel in characters and comedy coming from the differences between the characters. 

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Both shows are pretty much about dudes with swords & a lot of fighting scenes too. 

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Saraiya Goyou addpermalink

Samurai Story. In genre these anime are totally different as far as action, comedy, adventure, etc. They are however historical and involve samurai, so if you are search of those, you might like to watch Saraiya, but don't expect to see a lot of fighting in it.  

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Same animation director and team worked on both and they both happen in Samurai era with Ronins as their protagonists.  

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Saraiya Goyou or House of Five Leaves has a very similar atmosphere and setting to Samurai Champloo. Both are about life in the Edo period of Japan and have a unique art style. Saraiya Goyou reminds me of the dramatic storylines of Samurai Champloo. While Champloo has more comedic moments and modern music, Saraiya Goyou is much more muted and simplistic. If you enjoyed some of the quieter moments of Champloo, then you will enjoy Saraiya Goyou as well.  

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Very similar settings, though Samurai Champloo is obviously a bit more far-fetched. These are two samurai shows that have vastly different goals but surprisingly similar stories, just told in different ways. They both do an excellent job fleshing out the world and time period. The art is very captivating in both, and the character designs are memorable. I feel as though House of Five leaves is often forgotten when people think of samurai series, perhaps because of it's slower pace and more slice of life elements. But I can't help but be reminded of one of these when I watch the other. 

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Samurai samurai samuraaii :D They're both historical and about samurai, a must watch for both. :D 

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Same genre (historical/adventure) and content (life of samurai).  Saraiya Goyou is similarly dreamy, and emotive.  Samurai Champloo is noted for style, irreverence, and blunt surrealism (beatboxing in historical Japan?).  On the other hand, House of Five Leaves as a historical samurai series is more true to form.  Also, it is inarguably more sophisticated.  In my opinion, House of Five Leaves is better, but both are great series.   

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Both of the anime gives off the same vibes.
Similarities:
-Includes a soft-hearted but strong samurai as a protagonist.
-Takes place on Edo Period & gives a proper demonstration of that time's lifestyle.
-Story gets unfolded in a dark tone while taking place in a crime ridden atmosphere.
-Rich storyline with good pace which progresses through well narrated events.
-The stories tend to be realistic and grounded rather than going over the top and yelling about justice or greatness.
-The characters carry the same kind of mysterious aura around themselves and almost all of the main cast are pretty well written characters who are trying to maintain the balance between their past and present life in their own way. read more 

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First, both were made by manglobe, a very good studio (that will never create masterpieces again ;-;). Both are set in Edo period. They both depict characters that are complicated to understand, and that struggle understanding each other as well. Those characters all have interesting backgrounds to discover. 

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Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis addpermalink

If Bahamut is similar to anything, what it's similar to isn't anime. The wheel scene in ep1, in particular, rammed home the dark-yet-funny tone that's reminiscent of Pirates of the Caribbean, which has the same two male (Mr. Uptight Honest & Mr. Laid-back Criminal) and one BEAUTIFUL female lead trio as Bahamut.

...but, yes: if there's an anime Bahamut IS similar to, Samurai Champloo is it. Bahamut is an anime that will be enjoyed and appreciated more by Western audiences than the Japanese, and that's Watanabe's claim to fame as a director: WESTERN STYLE. Champloo has the same male lead duo dynamic where both want to fight each other (one uptight; one an idiot) yet end up unable to and, instead, protect a weird girl on a quest as they travel together. And the girls in each series are the driving forces for both plots. 

Honestly, Bahamut's popularity is down to there being no other anime quite like it. Champloo is similar, yes, but it's a samurai-Japan period piece mixed with hip-hop stylin'. Bahamut is a dark medieval fantasy with angels, demons, Jeanne d'Arc and all the rest. They mostly just FEEL similar due to a lack of Westernish anime and share similar character dynamics.  read more 

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The two shows have a very similar dynamic between the three main characters. A goofy, loveable idiot with exceptional combat skills. A far more serious and down-to-earth character with a grudge against the idiot, whose seriousness is often played up for laughs. And a mysterious girl trying to find a member of her family. 

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While Shingeki no Bahamut takes place in a fantasy setting both have strong points on combat involving the main characters. The dynamic of goofy but kickass male lead coupled with a second serious with silliness male lead who wants to kick his butt is very much present. Toss in a girl that will send them on a journey and much fun will be had. 

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Also similar in some ways to Cowboy Bebop & Space Dandy, the group dynamic and the inclusion of an unusual musical/aesthetic theme make it hard to believe that Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis isn't directed by Shinichiro Watanabe. In Samurai Champloo, two male samurai who are constantly at each others' throats work together to escort a female. In Bahamut, it seems as though a similar formula of two rival males escorting a female will be used. It's early, but the use of Old West-style music and visuals in a fantasy anime reminded me immediately of Watanabe's similar hip-hop & samurai love-child. Also, bounty hunters. INCREDIBLE! 

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Both feature a uptight straight arrow and a fan favorite criminal helping a beautiful Lady. Great and fluid action scenes and amazing graphics!    

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They aren't exactly familiar with eachother, they both have different distinct atmospheres but they do share similarities in that we have two contrasting male protagonists who travel together because of a heroine.

One thing is for sure though, both of these shows have some of the best art/animation I've ever seen, seriously.  Quality stuff here, at least in terms of art & animation. 

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Both main characters have afros. The art style is very reminiscent of Samurai Champloo with realistic and abstract drawn characters, while maintaining a high level of detail. The animation is as fluid as Champloo. They are both rule of cool shows, but Rage of Bahamut feels more exciting due its extraordinary fantasy setting and having very exciting characters. 

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Megalo Box addpermalink

Both shows have a similar style in terms of direction and music. It feels like something that Watanabe would direct by having the soundtrack have influence on the overall vibe of the culture in the story. Megalobox depicts a city and suburban life whereas Champloo wants you to think city and suburban with it's soundtrack. Both shows seem to want to fuse elements of hip hop in their soundtrack or have their characters subtly indicate to you a hip hop scene. 

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Samurai 7 addpermalink

In case you didnt know, the only difference is mecha. Look out for the baseball special in Champloo, genius! Also the GIGA arrow in samurai 7 is one to look out for too. Classic. 

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Black Lagoon addpermalink

For me this is one of the best recommendations I can give you.The characters are really similar for example Mugen and Revy -they both have urban language.Of course the great action,also taking care of their personal issues while doing their job.I am ABSOLUTELY sure if you liked one of them you would like the other. 

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Oh? So you've got a gun/sword and are in my way? Well, wouldn't it be best just to shoot/cut your head of your shoudlers and move on as usual? 

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Two series, where the protagonist tired of the same routine and the injustice that he saw before his eyes. He/Her sees his opportunity to escape, when he engages with certain people, and seeks what he has always wanted to find, although problems may arise in the attempt, due to his lack of experience in the outside world, but little by little he will demonstrate his true strength . He will have to work in a dark world, where he has practically lost his old identity, together with people who are in that fight, trying to do what they do best: fight. 

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Both feature an ordinary person who winds up following people who live on the outskirts of society. The protagonists are only the lesser of two evils in most cases and nobody is really "good."

Both Revy and Mugen have a "shoot first, ask questions never" attitude to them.

If you like one, you should give the other a try. 

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Black Lagoon is a modern crime anime with a similar setup to Champloo, in that the lead charter is a normal person taken under the wing of dangerous killers after he is cut off from his previous life, joining the mercenaries who had once held him hostage.

While it lacks the genre-bending style or overarching story of Champloo, BL stars equally charismatic, almost tongue-in-cheek killers while also containing much stronger action than Champloo. 

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There both chill anime but with lots of action if that even makes sense. 

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Mugen no Juunin addpermalink

these two shows are similar in that they both deal with a woman, in the old days of the samurai, hiring 1 or 2 strong guys to help them pursue their goals. they both have comedy and a LOT of action 

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Gangsta. addpermalink

Both shows emphasize on their style and have similar music, sharing a mutual music composer, Tsutchie. Gangsta and Samurai Champloo both have 2 main male characters who are skilled in combat and 1 female character in its central cast. They both encompass slow paced action and are produced by the same animation studio Manglobe. The main contrast is that Gangsta's setting is more modern while Samurai Champloo is set during the Edo Period. 

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Trigun addpermalink

This action comedy has some similar characters. Although instead of a steampunk western this is a historical samurai series.

Expect the same kind of humor and epic plots. This is the only anime i can think of that even holds a candle to the epic masterpiece that was trigun. Same great production quality and similarly deep plots with a little less humor. 

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Mushishi addpermalink

If you like "slow" anime, easy ones. I think you will love it. 

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Brave 10 addpermalink

They're both similar in terms of coincidental meetings between male and female in the samurai era where the male has to protect the female even though he doesn't really want to, except Samurai Champloo has 2 males and 1 female and is more realistic to the era where as Brave 10 has a mix of several powers and more colour. 

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Devilman: Crybaby addpermalink

Very similar main characters. They are similar in their personalities and appearance. Even their movements are similar. 
If you like the main character of this one, you should watch that anime.

Other characters have similarities too.

Similar  animation style and art in general.

Sudden rap in episodes. 

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Samurai Deeper Kyou addpermalink

they both involve samurai meeting a young female and agreeing to travel together in search of another samurai. i think both are really good and if you liked samurai champloo you will also like samurai deeper kyo! 

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Seirei no Moribito addpermalink

Samurai Champloo and Seirei no Moribito are very unique anime that stand apart from the rest. Taking place in feudal Japan, both have to offer high production values that shine in the highly detailed landscapes and very fluid animation. The fighting scenes are pieces of careful choreography that blend with the soundtrack. While Samurai Champloo is zany and filled with pop culture references that make it deliberately anachronical, Seirei no Moribito reproduces the period rather accurately and is a sober anime about human emotions; both defy a too strict categorization in a particular genre.
 

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Drifters addpermalink

They both include samurai doing either really cool or goofy things. I'd argue that Samurai Champloo is better, due to the excellent music, as well as drama within the story. 

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Shigurui addpermalink

Both are about Samurai. While Champloo is comical and Shigurui serious, they are both very good anime. 

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Afro Samurai Movie addpermalink

Both are about awesome Samurais. Both involve fusion of medieval japan with hip hop culture. 

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Hakuouki addpermalink

Two serious samurai who protect and travel with a young naive girl looking for her father.  

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Yasuke addpermalink

- both anime have protagonists that are samurai in feudal japan
- both anime have protagonists that would be considered eccentric given their time periods
- both anime have a soundtrack that is very reminiscent of the other, almost as if flying lotus is paying homage to nujabes' by using similar hip-hop/ lofi elements throughout the soundtrack even though a lot of yasuke features synth-inspired beats, whereas samurai champloo is more of hip hop, lofi, and jazz beats
- the fights have similar choreography and fluidity that are evocative of one another and that work very well with their respective soundtracks 

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Kazemakase Tsukikage Ran addpermalink

Kazemakase Tsukikage Ran is closer to Samurai Champloo.

It is not easy to compare to the famous anime, but Kazemakase has similar world and adventure, with being more realistic also music is good.

Shows how the medieval Japan was and excellent fight scenes when compared to its time.

This has better episodic stories than Samurai Champloo.

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Ixion Saga DT addpermalink

The way the story is told is similar. There is an over all goal which they are headed towards but the focus of the anime is not on that goal but more on the journey and comedy.

They also share the whole 'happen-to-run-into-each-other-and-travel-together' plot like classic adventure animes. 

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Anime: Mutsu Enmei Ryuu Gaiden: Shura no Toki

Mutsu Enmei Ryuu Gaiden: Shura no Toki addpermalink

both involve samurai but the stories are different. Samurai Champloo involves comedy and Shura no Toki has historical events. 

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Gun x Sword addpermalink

Similar concept: a group of people traveling around searching for a certain person. The comedy is similar as well as the art style. 

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Kurozuka addpermalink

The atmosphere Kurozuka gives off reminds me of a darker Samurai Champloo. Both have samurai sword fights and the like. 

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Great Pretender addpermalink

• Both the anime have similar vibe.

• In both the anime bunch of individuals starts working together without knowing each on of their dark or tragic past.

• Both the anime use jazz music as their BGM. 

• Both the anime have perfect balance of comidic

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Ookami to Koushinryou addpermalink

The journey of life to achive dreams - that's the main motive of both anime. Pair from "Spice and Wolf" had to fight with many difficulties when they were traveling, just like three "Samurai Champloo" heroes... but in quite different way. 

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Sengoku Basara addpermalink

Similar but Different ♥ A perfect combination to describe them differing from any other samurai story.
- Both series evolve around an awesome and epic samurai period.
- Of course, battles with swords wont miss in either of them.
- Main characters have the same badass side in both series, obviously.
- Now, it may be not be important for someone but i think is another good point to mention: the main characters (Mugen and Masamune) have been both played by the same voice actor (Nakai Kazuya) which makes high up the level of their charism even more.

Okay, all the above stuff maybe can be found in little doses also in some few other anime samurai themed but, here the part where Sengoku Basara and Samurai Champloo will surely differ by any other serie:
- They both have "something" that is definitely not common for their epoch or else not common at all. 
Samurai Champloo is litterally hip-hop themed (from the opening, to some dress or some scenes) and even features modern other stuff (like the baseball or graffiti episodes) -- while Sengoku Basara is definitely over the limit of the reality, fight scenes in there are not the "typical-anime-fight-scenes" at all, plus it also features pretty modern stuff like can be "Gundam"-robots like.

So, even if the main plots are different (we have a girl that needs to find a person and due to this starts to travel with two samurais in Samurai Champloo // and on the other side we have Sengoku era with obvious big and incredible battles in Sengoku Basara), 
for all the above said things they do share a lot of similar stuff and style, so i do advice do watch both :3 read more 

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Cannon Busters addpermalink

Cannon Busters is an Anime based on a Western Source material of which I believe the creator was majorly influenced by Samurai Champloo along with other parts of Japanese culture. Despite this, Cannon Busters takes it's own spin on the tropes utilized in Samurai Champloo, yet isn't just influenced by that one source of influence. However, Cannon Busters helped remind me of how Samurai Champloo - even though Mugen is actually dark skinned Asian - has upon the African American community simply by showing a character whose skin isn't light. 

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Anime: Tokyo Majin Gakuen Kenpuchou: Tou

Tokyo Majin Gakuen Kenpuchou: Tou addpermalink

Both have astounishing, stylish, well choregraphied fights. And to support that fact, Samurai Champloo's animation director Jun Nakai has worked on Tokyo Majin as chief animation director. 

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Hatenkou Yuugi addpermalink

It's kind of similar in the concept of two guys traveling with a girl.  Although both animes are quite different, where in Hatenkou Yuugi, in my opinion, there is much more comedy and romance,  I think you might like this anime a lot. 

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Mugen no Juunin: Immortal addpermalink

Both happen during the Edo Period of Japan. Both are about the journey of the characters and how they encounter different enemies. Samurai Champloo is funny, while Mugen no Juunin has a more serious theme, but I think that if you enjoy one of these you woul enjoy the other. 

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Anime: Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan - Tsuioku-hen

Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan - Tsuioku-hen addpermalink

Champloo and Kenshin are both samurai stories. Cruel and impressively realistic, these series show us fields of honour for every character. They meet their destiny with blade in their arms and love in their hearts. You'll also enjoy great love stories without verbiage and superfluous expressions. 

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Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann addpermalink

The plot and setting in these series are nothing alike but they both give you the same feeling. Both series start off with a bang and are super addicting. Both have moments that make you laugh until you can't breath, moments that make you go WTF? and moments that bring you to the brink of tears. Both shows make it look like they'll be ridiculous at first, but in reality they have deep meanings hidden away.
If I had to describe these shows in one word it would be: FUN 

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Baccano! addpermalink

Why these anime, they  are so original, have a lot of action and comedy, if you watch both you will love them. 

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Anime: Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023)

Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) addpermalink

In both animes, we are presented with Japan during the samurai era and both have jokes and humor here and there 

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Noragami addpermalink

Both revolve around a charismatic trio fighting nameless baddies, with fighting as the main appeal. 

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Juubee Ninpuuchou addpermalink

Both anime series are about samurais. I recommend Juubee Ninpuuchou Movie just because the series really sucks comparing to the original movie. 

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Lupin III (2015) addpermalink

Music carries the show be it Samurai Champloo with hip hop. Lupin with jazz. They both have great art styles and nonstop action and instances of comedy and character development. Each episode has its own little story of exploration or new things. 

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Samurai Gun addpermalink

~Both shows have great soundtracks.

~Both shows have colorful animation and character designs.

~Both shows have interesting battle sequences.

~Both shows have a historical back drop but not very accurate.

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Tsubasa Chronicle addpermalink

I know, main plots are TOTALLY DIFFERENT. But somewhere they give me the same feeling. It has action, adventure and comedy. Both fun to watch and will make you cry rivers on some part! Well, Samurai Champloo reminded me of Tsubasa Chronicles when talking about travelling. Both have samurais and awesome fights! Some parts will make you laugh your ass off. 

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Shinsekai yori addpermalink

If you watched this show and liked the plot, this gem could be your next favorite anime 

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Gibiate addpermalink

- 1 main female lead, 2 male leads 
- 1 male lead is very orthodox, realistic, and disciplined while the other is more unorthodox in his methods, more into popular culture (even when he was in edo Japan) 
- While Gibiate is a time travel story, they both have the concept of the old with the new. Old samurais vs new samurais in Samurai Champloo (along with pop culture). In Gibiate, Sensui is a part of the old Japanese culture while, Senroku is the new Japanese culture (guns, gun powder, explosives, and now the new Japanese culture) 

 

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Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei addpermalink

Both start of as comedies but hide a deeper meaning both are really voilent and make us feel like we are watching a comic series but practically they drop real dark hints. 

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Kekkai Sensen addpermalink

The storytelling aspect in both shows is handled similarly, it's a mixture of action scenes filled with alot of subtle character specific tidbits, the fight choreographies and the slick style kind of feels close.Musically both shows feels very distinct, in their own way. 

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Oh! Edo Rocket addpermalink

Both are not-so-historical anime set in feudal Japan, that employ elements of comedy, action, and western music to give themselves a unique flavor. Samurai Champloo tends to be more serious and has a hip-hop soundtrack, while Edo Rocket is more lighthearted with a jazz soundtrack. Both also follow a relatively episodic plot in which the characters attempt to get closer to a set goal. 

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Peace Maker Kurogane addpermalink

Its about samurai's and has a similar vibe 

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Anime: Biao Ren: Blades of the Guardians

Biao Ren: Blades of the Guardians addpermalink

Adult cast, samurai/mercenay figure who travels with a troupe. A Seinen with more mature feeling. 

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Yume no Crayon Oukoku addpermalink

the initiatory journey is the main link that can be linked with Samurai Champloo.
The 3 main characters all have strong personalities, without falling for caricature.
The heoines of the 2 animes have 2 bodyguards who accompany him in his adventure against their will.
The heroine is younger than the 2 other bodyguards so the heroine has the role of "pupil".
The heroine will gain in maturity as the story progresses and become more resourceful.
the characters of the 2 animated will encounter problems during their trip such as finding a place to sleep? How to eat? How to earn money if you want to continue the trip? and they will encounter obstacles.
A wide variety of landscapes such as cities, the sea, the forests, the mines, the villages, a lost cabin, the rivers
All this in a realistic and humorous tone at the same time, they will meet colorful characters.
The 2 anime will show different part of Japanese culture. read more 

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Heike Monogatari addpermalink

Similar art, vibes but set in edo period (I think?) 

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Gintama. addpermalink

In general, some of the main characters are lazy idiots and straight-guys, which makes for good comedy. 

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Vinland Saga addpermalink

Lots of action, fighting, gore, language, sword fights, Thorfinn and Magen similar in attitude 

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FLCL addpermalink

They ooze style and are best watched at night 

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Samurai Noodles: The Originator addpermalink

- Hip-hop and rap music
- Strong lines and shadows
- Samurai era anachronisms
- Reference to real historical events

Samurai Noodles is only a minute long CM, but the production values are high (being Nissin and all) and you get a nice snippet of the history of instant noodles. 

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Onimusha addpermalink

Both are samurai anime with stellar fight scenes, and really likable characters who are all very well casted and designed.  

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Onihei addpermalink

Onihei plays in the same era as Samurai Champloo and invloves some neat sword fighting. It is, however portrayed from the perspective of a police chief (essentially) and although there is no greater over all story, more and more characters are introduced with each episode, which all have their role to play. I think it has less fighting than Samurai Champloo and isn't quite as charming but the characters are sympathetic and feel human. Overall a pretty underrated anime but very worth it. 

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One Piece addpermalink

If like me, you're a fan of Roronoa Zoro and the epic sword battles that take place in 'One Piece' then I would definitely recommend that you watch 'Samurai Champloo'. In addition to one of the characters (Mugan) being voiced by the same actor as Zoro, the swordplay and personalities in Samurai Champloo make it a great watch from start to finish. 

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Jigokuraku addpermalink

just similar vibes  

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Casshern Sins addpermalink

Similar format. The show is largely episodic but has a main story that develops over time. In addition, they both have top-notch animation, sound design, editing etc. Doesn't have the "feel" of most conventional, commercial anime. 

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Nanatsu no Taizai addpermalink

They are both pretty similar. Both relax and long-term animes with philosophy behind them. 

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Hunter x Hunter (2011) addpermalink

Both are great Action/Adventure shows with interesting characters and a good story  

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Space☆Dandy addpermalink

Looking past the visual change in time and location, both these series share a nearly identical style of comedy thanks to the involvement of Shinichiro Wantanabe, the man behind both of these titles.

Both series follow a mismatched trio through a wildly varying world as they dip their feet into the stories of the people they pass. Both series have small plots taking place over 1/2 episodes, but Champloo manages to deliver something of an overarching plot to go with this.

Many people want to recommend Wantanabe's most famous work, fellow space anime Cowboy Bebop. However, you'll soon notice that Champloo actually has much more similar tones to Dandy, despite the location change! read more 

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Golden Kamuy addpermalink

The heroine of Samurai Champloo and Golden Kamuy are nothing alike in terms of personality, but they share the same determination in finding their roots. Wandering through Japan, both girls find companions to aid in solving the mystery of their parent's circumstances while searching for food, shelter, meeting rivals and old acquaintances. Both shows feature moments of extreme brutality and gore, slapstick comedy and drama. Both are history-rich anime showcasing the Ainu, Japanese and Western culture. If you liked the adventure and converging story-lines of Samurai Champloo you'll probably enjoy Golden Kamuy.  

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Afro Samurai: Resurrection addpermalink

swords and hip hop 

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InuYasha addpermalink

Both of these animes contain characters which possess differnt attributes and qualities, and in both animes they are wound up together to start an epic journey getting to know more about each other on the way.

Both animes being set in the Feudal era Japan and both containing battles and  intense sword fights, But these are only obstacles that that need to overcome to reach there goal at the end of the road.

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Basilisk: Kouga Ninpou Chou addpermalink

Both series are short and sweet, include a slightly more mature mind-set than many other anime, and include a nice display of fight scenes. 

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Zombie-Loan addpermalink

Again Two boys and one girl  (Akatsuke remainds  me of Mugen,Shito of Jin and Michiru of Fuu)
They both work together to survive.
Both action and shounen animes,so if you like the one you will like the other..^^ 

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Anime: Fuse: Teppou Musume no Torimonochou

Fuse: Teppou Musume no Torimonochou addpermalink

Both anime's plots are from the same time period.  Both have to do with Samurai and strong female leads.  Similar humor and overall great character driven stories. 

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Hunter x Hunter addpermalink

Samurai in Champloo are like the Hunters in HxH. Fuu is like Gon: they wish to travel, in order to find their own missing father. Then Fuu and Gon start their long journey together with strong companions. Many dangerous tasks and adventures await them, and they will be often in troubles. 

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Ergo Proxy addpermalink

What's unfortunately rare in anime is: both these anime treat the viewers with respect. They don't need to repeat the plot/point or make things blatantly obvious, they assume that we're all intelligent people with our own personal opinions that can come to our own conclusions. And that's what really made these 2 distinct series shine. 

Both are made by Manglobe, but that's not why you'd enjoy one if you enjoyed the other. As far as setting goes, it's the complete opposite: feudal Japan vs post apocalyptic. Characters are also quiet different, but any good anime has character's so unique that only in a sequel would their personalities be reproduced. Though superficially the plot my look different but both are quiet similar: main character out on a journey to find out who they are [internally/as a person]. Samurai champloo takes a more comical approach to issues presented, but still has an appealing serious undertone. While ergo proxy puts all the philosophy out in the open Samurai Champloo leaves it up to the viewers to determine what it is.  read more 

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Blood+ addpermalink

Both have dark atmospheres at times. Mostly sword fights with lots of action. Also a bit of drama in both anime's. 

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Anime: Darker than Black: Kuro no Keiyakusha

Darker than Black: Kuro no Keiyakusha addpermalink

Darker than Black has a similar episodic style to Samurai Champloo.  Also similar to Samurai Champloo, Darker than Black has a core group of characters whose histories and motives are gradually revealed as the plot progresses, along a bevy of interesting minor characters. 

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Durarara!! addpermalink

Although these series’ respective settings and genres are disparate, their similarities lie in mutual employment of innovative cinematography, circumstantially driven storylines, and intertwining character interactions, all of which combine to spin seemingly ordinary tales in unconventional media. 

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Senkou no Night Raid addpermalink

Both shows feature a female who is searching for something and two other male features who seem to argue a lot and are complete opposites, when in reality they balance each other out. Overall the two shows give off a similar vibe – they contain action, humor, and drama while still being fresh. If you loved one of them, try the other out! 

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Air Gear addpermalink

The first episode of each series has a character cursing, with a character of a smaller role telling them to watch their mouth. The series has a theme song done by the guy who does the music (Skankfunk and Nujabes). And if Air Gear was on [as], the profanity would be handled by edits that relate to the theme (Record scratch is to SC as rollerblade scratch is to AG). My suggestion: if you need something to get your mind off of Ringo and her sisters getting all mad on Ikki, watch SC afterwards. 

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Tokyo Tribe 2 addpermalink

Despite the very different story lines, the sound tracks are both of a hip hop genre where if you enjoyed one, you'll enjoy the other.  

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Hyakka Ryouran: Samurai Girls addpermalink

Like the sengoku/edo period? Lots of awesome action in historical japan? This is the less tits equivalent with higher production values funnier jokes and all the semi-historical locales and characters you love. 

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s.CRY.ed addpermalink

Both are action-packed stories that focus on two warriors with a contrasting philosophies towards combat and life: one is a free-spirited, boisterous soul who relies on instinct and determination (Mugen and Kazuma) whereas the other is a taciturn, disciplined soul who beats his opponent through skill honed through training (Jin and Ryuhou).

Both series spend a large part of their running time exploring the contrast between the two outlooks and even have the protagonists adopt elements of his opponent's outlook as part of his character developement.

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Pokemon addpermalink

Both anime are about a group of friends that met on their road and that are travelling through the world or their country together. 
Also both anime are episodic and most of the episodes focus a lot on the costum, tradition, beliefs... of the country they're visiting.

And friendship is one of the main theme in both anime.  

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Seihou Bukyou Outlaw Star addpermalink

Basically people just going around trying to get cash. 

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Anime: Tales of Symphonia The Animation: Sylvarant-hen

Tales of Symphonia The Animation: Sylvarant-hen addpermalink

I think both of these anime have pretty much the same feel. Guy main characters, girl antagonist, and both have action/comedy/adventure and some drama. I think some of the parts might thrill you and give you goosebumps but I think Samurai Champloo takes place in another century. This anime definitely shows fantasy than Samurai Champloo does. 

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Sakamichi no Apollon addpermalink

Watanabe Shinichiro is the director of each of these series.

Music is a huge focal point in both series, Hip-Hop being Samurai Champloo, and Jazz being Kids on the Slope.

There is strong bond between a group of three friends that grows stronger as the series goes on. 

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Anime: Lupin the Third: Mine Fujiko to Iu Onna

Lupin the Third: Mine Fujiko to Iu Onna addpermalink

A series of short stories and adventures. Both animes also have similar style and setup. 

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Akatsuki no Yona addpermalink

Both are set in a "historic" setting. Friendship and betrayal are also themes existent in both shows.

Both casts set out on a journey which encompass the visiting of various places in different scenarios and situations, at times also aiding those who need help. Both set of characters are extremely similar, including the comedy incorporated and the colloquial yet hilarious interactions between them. 

These characters also undergo a series of trials and adversity, as well as ecstasies and triumphant moments, and most importantly, the character development in both series is constantly emphasised and done amazingly.

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Blood Lad addpermalink

Both are action-packed anime that take a seemingly overdone genre (vampires/samurai) and put it in a refreshingly humorous and contemporary perspective. The protagonists are distinctly strong and violent, but one way or another end up on a quest to help a ditzy girl.
If you liked one, then you'll likely enjoy the other too. 

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Drifters: Special Edition addpermalink

both have epic fights 
both have great plot
both have samurai theme
 

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Bleach addpermalink

If you enjoy sword fights and the different take on the era of swords approach then check this out. 

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Black Cat (TV) addpermalink

In both Clamploo and Black Cat, individuals capable of holding their own groups together and travel together. Sometimes their styles can coexist other times they seem to bump heads. 

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Oda Nobuna no Yabou addpermalink

Both set in Edo period with lots of action and mini journeys. 

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Toaru Majutsu no Index II addpermalink

Leader of Amakusa (In the first arc) is exactly like Mugen. 

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Inukami! addpermalink

sick characters with two main guys/ girl 

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Kill la Kill addpermalink

Both anime series are sort of episodic - the main story is thrown in the back as each new episode unfolds is packed with infinite randomness. The action-packed, slapstick fighting scenes are prevalent in both. Matoi (Kill la Kill) and Mugen (Samurai Champloo) are both hot-headed and impulsive. 

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Scrapped Princess addpermalink

I know alot of people will be scratching their heads at this... But I found them similar in two ways. First off they both have very defined and clear cut fight scenes, which I absolutely love in anime. All though Scrapped Princess isn't as action packed as Samurai Champloo they both have very enjoyable fight scenes.
Another similarity is the long trip where one helpless female is protected (more so in Scrapped Princess for obvious reasons -.-) by two strong fighters.
Anyway, hope it helped! :) 

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Anime: Bakumatsu Kikansetsu Irohanihoheto

Bakumatsu Kikansetsu Irohanihoheto addpermalink

Guy protecting a girl,while she's searching for someone.samurai in both anime and lots of other similar things. 

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Bakumatsu Gijinden Roman addpermalink

Wildest adventures
Funny characters+more background information about them
Has that samurai athmosphere to it. 

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Sarusuberi: Miss Hokusai addpermalink

- Quirky, cool, and anachronistic music. 
- Great action sequences; fights in the case of Samurai Champloo and the magical realism elements in Miss Hokusai.
- Setting in both series are very similar (Edo-era Japan/alternate universe Edo Japan).
- Miss Hokusai is closely based on real events and people, whereas Samurai Champloo only references certain real events and people in a fictionalised context.

The big difference between the two is that Samurai Champloo is an action-based anime with a major plotline, and Miss Hokusai is a collection of stories from the lives of the featured artists jigsawed together into a biopic. 

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