Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso

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Both animes display some similarities:
- Male protagonist is a quiet calm composed person who excels at piano. In NC we have an adult while in Shigatsu we have a teenager. They have similar personalities and yet even though NC is targeted to an older audience it is Shigatsu which displays the protagonist with a much more dramatic past and more dramatic plot. 
- Female protagonist is rather unique and loves to play joyfully her piano/violin. Personally I find NC's heroine a refreshing heroine because she is very centered in comedy and it is very crazy while Shigatsu's heroine delivers more tragic moments.
- Heroine ends up inspiring the hero with her bright personality and that in both animes is crucial to the plot.
- Hero and heroine end up making a wonderful duet in music and that is essential to the character's development.
You'll find slice of life, drama, comedy and romance, so if you liked one you'll probably enjoy the other! read more 

report Recommended by Orulyon

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Both focus on music, and prodigal music performers. They also share some genres in common, like some romance, some comedy, some drama, some concurs (music contests) and great classical music. 

report Recommended by arashi-chan12

I am gonna make this short and simple.  To me Nodame gets the edge because I enjoy comedy more.  But main difference is Nodame has a more lighthearted fun feeling while Shigatsu pulls at the heart.   

report Recommended by lovehina850

Both are touching stories about a love of music, and how life advances.  Both focused heavily on the piano and entering the music world, where you might have been left wanting more, Nodame goes that much further.  Overcoming obstacles, living life, and finding love - truly both are great animes.  Nodame, however - will leave you with less tears. 

report Recommended by XXAA

- Both are about classical music.
- Both involve MCs with polar-opposite personalities.
- The male characters are precise musicians while the female characters have a aggressive yet uniquely beautiful playing style.
- The girl changes the guy's life.
- Both have some nice and entertaining drama.
- Both are slow yet great slice of life romance anime.

If you loved Nodame Cantabile and felt sad when it ended, then Shigatsu is here to soothe your pain. Absolutely recommended! 

report Recommended by TragicRomance

The protagonist has a fellow musician classmate that admires one another.  One is a gifted pianist the other violinist.  They both explore what it means to create great music together and their bond only strengthens as a result.  Both anime have their moments of light humor despite being touching anime. 

report Recommended by Makise

Despite the age differences, Nodame Cantabile and Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso shares many similarities. The main male protagonist from both series have a talent in music playing (the piano). Their talents are noticed especially by others including the main female protagonist. 

Throughout the course of both series, we see character interactions between the two main protagonists who expresses their interests and emotions. There's a decent degree of realism present by the way their characters are fleshed out including their past.

Both series has a great deal with focus on music as a prominent theme. Inspiring to fulfill a dream, the plot centers on their goal and what to make of it by their efforts while dealing with their internal struggles.  read more 

report Recommended by Stark700

both have almost the same sequence of events and the same atmosphere 

report Recommended by shsmd

- classical music
- competition on classical music
- good character development
- two main leads who excel on their ability (Piano only)
- two main leads with "dark" past (might as well be called "internal conflict")
- both have good comedic moments 

report Recommended by raviel_ken

> Both have classical music
> MCs have a romantic feel for one another.
> Protagonists are struggling to succeed with music after the trauma.
 

report Recommended by Miauu

What color? dark and gloomy or green; green hope not envy, the green of nature, spring, youth and the blue of sky and seas. Go and look for your violin; piano.  

report Recommended by disincanto

The music and art when the music is playing. Both shows have art that show the setting that the musicians/conductor create through their performance. I would say Shigatsu~ is a bit more psychological/drama and a bit less rom-com, although it certainly has rom-com in it. 

If you were to combine Clannad and Nodame Cantabile, I think you'd have a pretty close approximation to Shigatsu~. 

report Recommended by No1shero3

Both shows about classical music. 

report Recommended by Winatrix

Both anime are music anime with a touch of drama, romance and comedy. Nodame Cantabile has more comedy than Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, while Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso has more drama than Nodame.

Both are also based off of their respective manga. They both also have a male lead who plays the piano as their major instrument. Altough both protagonist's situations are quite different.

Nodame Cantabile shows the male protagonist dealing with a very quirky woman, who plays the piano beautifully, living next to his apartment.

Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso shows the male protagonist dealing with his trauma, and fear of playing piano, due to a breakdown he had during a concert. He meets a woman who plays the violin beautifully, and she helps him get over his traumatic experience. read more

report Recommended by LPGeneratorx

Great dramatic romantic love stories which has a great share of romance and music. Both music genres are classical music and loveable characters in general. 

report Recommended by -Alians-

Nodame Cantabile is thae DATABASE for Romance,Music,Comedy and Most of all FEELSSSS!!!!! it is an amazing anime and a must watch before or after this new anime.  

report Recommended by OtakuWatcher

Shigatsu and Nodame are very much alike, here are my reasoning.
Both anime have a male protagonist who excels at playing the piano. In the case of Nodame the protagonist can also play the violin at a high level.
Nodame is more centered around comedy than shigatsu. Which gives it in my opinion a more light hearted feel. Shigatsu focuses more on the psychological and dark side of being a prodigy where the romantic relationship is introduced and becomes important later on. Nodame on the other hand introduces the romantic side much earlier on and focuses more on the romantic comedy style.
Both anime are very much based around the theme of classical music with a focus on piano and piano & violin duo. 
In both anime the female part takes a big place in the development of both the protagonist and the story. 
Romance is a theme which both anime are centered around. 
They both handle this romance theme very well and it is very well intertwined in the story. There is a nice balance of romance / music in both anime.

In my opinion, Nodame can be watched casually without focusing too much, while Shigatsu requires more attention from the viewer to completely understand the feeling of the characters and follow the story.

I think these two anime will appeal to both romance and music lovers. Either one is worth watching. read more 

report Recommended by FataKlut

Both anime are about classical music and how the main characters have a romantic feel for one another.  

report Recommended by qdsqjmsdnakdnp

Everyone has to fight their own fights. Everyone struggles for one or other reason. These shows are about struggling musicians with different life circumstances. They play for different reasons and yet they all share an imense passion for music. They have a need to express themselves through music. Shigatsu wa is about letting go of your past and finding joy in your present through music and the people you love.  

report Recommended by miyazawa_rin

Nodame Cantabile and Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso (Your Lie in April)  are music oriented. What's more remarkable is that the anime focuses more in classical music. Both MC also know how to play the piano and violin.

 Both revolve through music but they are both different in many aspects. If you want to go with an anime that is more humorous and light, go with Nodame. But if you want an anime that can make you cry, or somewhat dramatic, then pick Shigatsu. Nevertheless, Noda and Shigatsu are a masterpiece. Try watching both. You'll not be disappointed. 

report Recommended by Ochiibi

Both are primarily about genius music performers and their struggles as musicians. Both are a mix of romance, comedy, general school life, and in general have bright atmospheres throughout the story. Both have piano/violin performances. 

report Recommended by doublegambler

Both are inspirational, touching stories revolving around a couple of classical music performers. They deal with music contests, romance and drama as the characters struggle to overcome their obstacles and find a direction in life. Shigatsu is more dramatic and intense and has dream-like characters that will inspire you, but Nodame is more light-hearted and funny, having characters that are less stereotypical and more realistic.  

report Recommended by Alfaceira

*It's about music
*It is very funny but it gets a bit dramatic later on 

report Recommended by Kaoru_Shizuka

- Both anime start out with a calm and pretty happy premise, but as the series progresses, they it develops into a deeper story.

- Both anime are about music. 

report Recommended by -PassingBy-

They both revolve around classical music. Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso has a more intense drama than Nodame Cantabile, while Nodame Cantabile is more relaxing.  The characters in both series are well developed and the relation between them is a main topic in each of the series. If you enjoy one of them is highly probable that you will enjoy the other one. 

report Recommended by Duo02

If you liked shigatsu wa kimi no uso you should watch Nodame cantabile. Nodame cantabile is not so dramatic but it has the same sense , classical music and great characters .  

report Recommended by Nijigaharaa

If you love classical music and romance, you would like both of these shows. 

They are both about how the power of music and talent brings two almost completely different people (who probably wouldn't have clicked otherwise) together. Nodame is a little more light-hearted and comedic than Your Lie in April, but you'll probably enjoy it as well.  

report Recommended by sars0928

Both animes deal with music, as well as romance. Although Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso i s a drama tearjerker focused as Nodame Cantabile is more comedy and light-hearted. Both of them also send a message to the viewer and really change your way of seeing things. If you liked Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, you will most likely also enjoy Nodame Cantabile 

report Recommended by Rhapsodisity

Both anime are focused on protagonists struggling to succeed with music and both anime make excellent use of classical music scores. Both anime follow a blossoming love story between two musicians although they have two very different endings. The strength in both anime lies in their ability to make you care about their characters and fall in love with their music. Both anime have the ability to make you cry although for two very different reasons.

 

report Recommended by Kyantoweru

Piano / Classical Music Drama 

report Recommended by PaprikaSpiceGirl

Both anime have a strong musical center. 
Just like Noda, Kaori gets to know the person she loves through classical music. And for this two girls, their main desire is to play side by side with the man they admire.
While Nodame Cantabile is mainly a comedy that will have you laughing all the way through, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is a strong drama that will make you, perhaps, cry a little. Still, both anime are a must watch, specially for those who like music. 

report Recommended by Phyrah

They are similar in terms of:
-Deals with classical music genre
-Gives you a heart or warm feels
-Characters are lovable and struggle in improving their music skills
-Nice art styles 

report Recommended by atKatlin

A romantic story about the first pure teenage love and music. 

report Recommended by Dzemp

Both anime are focused on:
- classical music as a medium of expressing emotions
- a female lead that plays music with feeling, whose musicianship affects male lead
- a male lead with a disorder that prevents his progress in music, but is able to overcome with the help of female lead
 

report Recommended by taisou72

If you are looking for another anime about music, I recommend Nodame Cantabile. While not as serious all the time, like Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, it still has that slice-of-life and a little bit of drama.
It does add more comedy, which I think is great and really adds to the story, plus it's a good contrast with the more serious main character. 
The soundtrack and classical music selections are great and are played very well. If you liked Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, I definitely think you'll like Nodame Cantabile. 

report Recommended by PrincessCorgi

If you like music anime and you like romance's then look no further then Nodame cantabile. If you are aiming for the very specific genre of accompanist music romance anime, then this is for you.  

report Recommended by legacy33

Both speak of music as the true protagonist of the story. The motivations and relationships between the characters have a direct connection to it. Shigatsu deals with this in a deeper and more emotional way while Nodame has a lighter tone even though it is more realistic about a musician's life and his difficulties. Two great works (I like both, but Shigatsu is awesome) for those who are interested in music, or simply for who enjoy a good story.  

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3-gatsu no Lion addpermalink

Very similar main characters, facing similar complex and personal problems, in a similar isolated setting, similar messages... I could go on. Enjoy! 

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Both of these anime delve into a deep psychological trauma. Both MCs are known as child prodigies and it is due to a need to avert their eyes to reality. They are both complex stories that touch upon the heart strings with topics of depression and self-acceptance. 

report Recommended by Kami_no_Tomo

Story of a boy who climbs to the top of his profession. Through with that, he is bounded by a wall created from dark past.
 

report Recommended by chiyo-german

I can't help but to think about Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso when watching 3-gatsu no Lion.

Similar titles aside, both feature the same premise; a prodigy young man's struggles to cope with the depression of losing a loved one. Both series feature a prodigy MC (Rei and Kousei) who are similar in looks and personalities and female figures (Kaori and the Kawamoto siblings) who came inside the MC's life and help them overcome their depression. The MCs also gains many rivals and friends throughout their journey in their career.

Even though I found 3-gatsu's tone more consistent and its comedy less forced than Shigatsu, I enjoyed both works and guarantee if you enjoy one of them you'll enjoy the other due to their similarities. read more 

report Recommended by PrincessZero

Main character who has a painful past, who excels in a field (Arima on the piano and Rei at the shogi). He also has many uncertainties about his future and lack of self-confidence.
Warm characters around the main character; (Hina, Momo, Akari in 3-Gatsu no Lion and Kaori, Tsubaki in Shigatsu)
A wonderful animation with a visual identity for both. (The two animes look slightly alike)
 

report Recommended by TuyNOM

Both animes are quite , about feels and talents and independence 
both animes have the main character who is shy , wearing glasses 
both heroines are blonde , and they look like each other
both main characters have suffered their parent's death and trying to live independently 
 

report Recommended by Nou-Tan

Both shows have a lot in common. They both tell stories of a main character who is a child prodigy and struggling to maintain their title. Their struggles are represented in a similar style and narrative, and yet the overall story is different, so it doesn't feel like you're watching the same show twice. In fact I would go so far as to say March Comes in Like a Lion surpasses Your Lie in April in many ways.

TL;DR: If you enjoyed watching Kousei overcoming his past and learning to love life, this show is for you. 

report Recommended by TCBeat21

If you're watching this because title similliarity, than you're not watching the wrong show.
Both MC has similliar problems, and each anime has their own style of art. 

report Recommended by yoshukid12

Similar Art styles 

report Recommended by Otaku_Joe

Both protagonists share a dark past and a remarkable skill. The monologues in each of them often have deep metaphors for life. Introspection, retrospection, and dealing with losses/mourning all are resonating themes in these two.  

report Recommended by Nikuvik

Both protagonists struggle living their lives due to their treacherous pasts. 
They both have people help them develop into becoming better people.
Both of the protagonists are proficient in what they play, Rei to Shogi as Arima is to piano.
Similar artstyle.
Both protagonists have glasses (I ran out of comparisons lol)
 

report Recommended by IzaEpsil

Both feature a protagonist who is struggling with depression because of the death of his loved ones and both main characters have a complicated relationship with their passions (Shigatsu has music, 3-gatsu has shogi), but these passions are not the main focus of the shows. Also, both protagonists meet people who change their lives for the better. They have similar color pallets and realistic characters.

March Comes in Like a Lion has more unique visuals and better direction than Your Lie in April due to the very different animation studios and directors. Also YLIA has way more romance (3-gatsu being more of a slice-of-life series), but anyone can feel the similarities while watching one after having seen the other. Both are touching dramas that serves as a memorable experience for fans of the genre. read more 

report Recommended by CoquiEnthusiast

Both of these series feel similar in their directing and animation styles.
While Your Lie in April focuses more on romantic relations, March Comes in Like a Lion focuses more on familial/platonic relations. 

Both are sure to hit ya right in the kokoro. 

report Recommended by FloralMangoes

Not only the titles look-a-like, but the feeling you get when watching is fairly similar. Main characters have only one thing they are good and his friends (and other side-characters) will help him get back on his feet. The scenes vary from funny to death serious which makes it very appealing to keep on watching. So If you liked "Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso", "Sangatsu no Lion" will not disappoint you. 

report Recommended by Y_TZ

The main characters are both struggling with depression, they're both genius and can't give up on it. 
They are both drama/slice of life anime with beautiful unique soundtrack and animations. 
The plot of the stories revolve around the main character struggle and them learning things from their mistakes and experiences.  

report Recommended by Moriyami

The Art Style is Similar. Both Protagonist are talented, they also look alike with glasses, Both Lacks Confidence and depressed. It also gives you The Your Lie In April Vibes 

report Recommended by KotoriMinami

A talented prodigy who feels as though they've got nothing else (and also happen to look kinda similar) the stories are pretty different, but they give off a similar vibe - and anyone who loves the first, will definitely love the other - at least, I certainly did! They're emotionally deep, are astonishingly beautiful to watch and will leave a whole in your heart you won't be able to forget. 

About dealing with past trauma, and the journey to self discovery and finding a way to wake up from that half-life depression. Honestly, they are instant gems, masterpieces, unbelievably refreshing and unique but with unbelievable parallels.

Truly, you're missing out if you pass either one up after seeing the first! read more 

report Recommended by troublesomeone

Both of the main characters have only 1 thing that they do exceptionally well and want but can't separate it from their lives. 

report Recommended by PogLover

I find these shows both similar not in the aspect of plot but in character. Both mains, Kousei from Your Lie in April, and Rei from March Comes in Like A Lion both share similar character as they have both had traumatic past life events. This prompts them to be somewhat timid and silent but have thoughts encircling their minds at all times. On top of that, they are both young prodigies in a competitive field (Piano and Shogi respectively). Finally, they share a somewhat similar appearance with glasses, messy black hair, and an always  wavering mouth.
Another thing noted is the animation. I find a large resemblance in the styles, especially on the character designs. read more 

report Recommended by spartan1232

Beautiful stories; both about a prodigy student trying to overcome his past/loneliness 

report Recommended by vhellmer

Both of these series focus on characters who are dealing with depression and the loss of loved ones. Both also follow their character's chosen profession and how they handle these careers at young ages. I recommend this to those who are interested in stories about depression, loss, and perseverance.  

report Recommended by Lugengeschichte

I do think the MCs are very similar and overall they have the same tone to them. 

report Recommended by titleist5

Both main characters have a special talent (Kousei piano and rei shogi)they both walk through life with the past constantly biting them and both are quite emotional.
 

report Recommended by Megumin106

The vibe of the two anime are very similar. 

report Recommended by ananimeweirdo

Both anime have Mc who are trapped by a dark past and they are influenced by someone who help the Mc get back on track. 

report Recommended by RAI_KE1

Both of these anime are both similiar and different in a lor of their aspects. Both of these series have a talented teenager as a main character that are good at what they do( shogi and Piano). Both these characters deal with tragic events that had happened in the past. Both these characters seek outside help from people they hardly know for support and both these shows get you right in the feels. They have a competitve aspect too.
They're a lot different too! 

report Recommended by Amruth_Vs

Both series' deal with a MC who struggles with personal problems as a result of a loss of family, to which it is through the relationship with the center female (3 in 3-gatsu) that the main character starts to break from his shell 

report Recommended by Short_Circut

the main character Arima, kousei is so much like Rei  in how they both see the half empty part of the glass .. how they both feel lonely without  piano - in case of arima - and shogi -in case of Rei -, and how the few people around them make the the biggest effect with the least action the make towards them.

both are one of my favorite slice of life animes
and if you happen to like one of them, you got to watch the other 
cause surely you'll like it,too 

enjoy it :D 

report Recommended by EslamMohmed_

Both series feature protagonists who are young prodigies, who are struggling to overcome depression and a traumatic upbringing. 

report Recommended by Tavero

Beautiful stories, impeccable animation and that represent in an artistic way what the character feels, both characters have past traumatic and are surpassing throughout the series. 

report Recommended by J_Jackson

Clannad: After Story addpermalink

Same feels and void. Both have really good character developments for main male MC. Similar kind of lesson too. As a character, i think female MC in Shigatsu is better than Nagisa. And I think that the story progression in Shigatsu is a tad better. I would say Shigatsu is kind of slow but if you enjoyed the pacing of Clannad, then it won't be considered slow. Beautiful soundtracks in Shigatsu also. Another difference is the seriousness in Clannad usually progresses. In Shigatsu it sometimes gets cut off by some gag humour. But when Shigatsu has to be serious, it does it really well.  

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It will wreck you emotionally after making you laugh for most of the series. The cast of characters in both series are not groundbreaking, but how they interact to shape the story (and make you laugh) is what  make each anime shine. 

If you were to combine Clannad and Nodame Cantabile, I think you'd have a pretty close approximation to Shigatsu~. 

report Recommended by No1shero3

Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso and Clannad: After Story are similar in several ways.
Both of these series all build up to a point where the events are dramatic and emotional, as this is seen in the transition from the first half to the second half of the series, along with some comedies time to time. As the story progresses, you start to feel strong emotions within both of these series. With the steady pacing, the main characters develop a lot together. 

report Recommended by SteveTF2gamer620

Stories about love and hardships, both are filled with emotion evoking drama and tragedy. Main characters try to overcome their past as they face many barriers, hurdles, and hardships. With the help of their main love interest, they try their best to open up a new life in their lives.

May require some boxes of tissue. *sniff *sniff 

report Recommended by Dakmury

It's easy to draw parallels between Clannad and Shigatsu. In both, there's a protagonist who doesn't really have a direction in life anymore, with a dead mother and a father who neglects him; while the female lead has a terminal illness and parents who run a bakery.
When the two meet each other, their view of life changes, similar to Okazaki and Nagisa. However, you could say that Kaori's personality is the polar opposite of Nagisa. Both are great anime with beautiful soundtracks. 

report Recommended by nekobob

For me, the first episode was lame, although needed for the fast introduction of the characters. Once you are drawn into the story it becames a masterpiece. Your lie in April is a Slow paced anime that has a character development similar to clannad, hosting a MC which is very traumatized about his past, making it difficult for him to move on. For those who didnt reach the message in the beggining, it all becames very clear in the end. This was quite a ride.  

report Recommended by zecagold

Watching both of them I had similar feeling. They have got funny and very touchy moments 

report Recommended by natty83

Both of them are about girls with a strong personalities.
Similar Soundtrack which is in harmony with the emotions.
 

report Recommended by Yooz

Both series are emotional rollercoasters that beautifully execute their dramatic narratives and character arcs without going way over the top and becoming a cringe-worthy melodrama (looking at you Anohana) 

report Recommended by nykentaro

- both male MC are greatly developed as the series goes on
- both female MC had a strong character supporting both male MC
- both female MC had frail body or some kind of illnesses
- both series serves kind of Feels Trip
- both OST are top notch and match the situations, totally worth to have them in your playlist

somehow Clannad AS often gets more into seriousness, while shigatsu gives a mediocore dose of humour 

report Recommended by einzburg

Ok, right off the bat, both are beautiful series with sad moments and tear jerking endings. Both series hold a lot of meaning in them and depending on what kind of person you are, these series can really touch your heart. There are really good life lessons that can actually be learned from both of these series. Both anime contain beautiful soundtracks and really good development for its characters, especially its main male characters. While Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso contains more humor than Clannad, it still does the job well of hitting you with feels. I must warn you that if you are one that hates slow pacing, then I highly suggest that you avoid both of these anime as both of them are rather slow paced. However in my opinion, that's the beauty of these two series and if you like the pacing of Clannad, then most likely you'll enjoy the pacing of Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso. Overall, both series deserve a chance and who knows, it could be life-changing for you. But then again, that's just my opinion. (Note: I almost forgot to mention that be sure to watch Clannad before you watch Clannad: After Story as Clannad is a very important prequel before the emotional After Story.) read more 

report Recommended by Janster24

-Both have the school-theme
-Both have lovely characters that u start liking really quickly
-Both have a cute love story that unravels the potential of the main character
and...
Feels...damm dem feels  

report Recommended by Rastaz

Both anime's pretty much some of the saddest anime's out there.  Your Lie in April is just 25 episode so it is quicker leader up compare to Clannad which is 2 season 40 plus episodes that build up to some of the tear jerky plot.  Both should be watch in dark room with no one around.  

report Recommended by Ace19

they arent similar at all not even in tags: Clannad :Slice of Life but (your lie in april): is about music both are sweet and good to follow , in my opinion Clannad is a little bit boring Shigatsu is way better its about Music but they both share a sad ending after all its up you guys . Dudera (ClannadS1&S2) 

report Recommended by Dudera

-Both deal with the main character having to go through losses of people he cares about
-In both, the main character is kind of reformed (Tomoya from a delinquent and Kousei from his trauma of playing the piano) by the main heroine
-In both, despite being able to predict depressing events, they still are extremely saddening to watch 

report Recommended by thelectricow

Both shows has amazing character development for their male protagonist's.
Both shows has amazing soundtrack's.
Both shows leaves you with a sad/void feeling.
Both shows has pretty slow story progression. 

report Recommended by FilippaTooth

Clannad After Story and Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso both hit you with the feels hard and often. They both have a lot of comedic moments as well. Both stories are about overcoming barriers in life. Both male MC's develop a lot through the anime with the help of the female MC. Both female MCs are "out of this world," although through different ways, and both help their respect male MCs to see the world differently. Also, both female MCs are fragile and have illness and also have bakery shop owning parents. 

report Recommended by Yuni

Both are dramas, romance, and sad. Both have compelling stories and great character development. Your Lie In April is far better, the only big difference is that Your Lie in April is very music oriented, but that's about it. 

report Recommended by STROKEMEFASTR

Really similar in terms of plot and characters, female MC a bit more developed compared to Nagisa, but eh. 

report Recommended by mitho880

This anime has a very different plot, but gives you the same feelings as Clannad After Story. I loved them both. There are events in each that are very similar too. I think anyone who loved this anime would also love Your Lie in April! 

report Recommended by Oval

Both series are masterfully executed, one demonstrating the value of family and the other demonstrating the value of friendship. Out of all the heartbreaking anime I have watched, these two stand as the definitive tearjerkers amongst all the rest. They both contain remarkably strong soundtracks, perhaps the greatest I've ever heard, and outstanding character development of the protagonist. A common theme established in both works of art is the devastation and despair that is accompanied with loneliness, and the conviction that one individual is capable of changing another's ideologies and lifestyle for the better.  

report Recommended by JohnnyxJoestar

The feels!! Just the huge impact on emotions. I seriously cried a bunch from both xD 

report Recommended by Kagetane_Hiruko

Very similar, both were tear jerking af! 
Both these shows are master piece belonging to the same genre and their rating justifies that 

report Recommended by Vatsal_Jiraiya

Your Lie in April:If you like sad animes then you must watch this one.Genre-Shounen,Romance,Music.
 

report Recommended by Murunique

Both series involve comedy, drama, romance and a story that will tear your heart in two. The characters are relatable and 3D. Whenever there is an upsetting moment in either, I was left distraught mainly because of how the other characters felt and how easy it was to empathise with them. 

In terms of soundtrack, both are astounding. Both of the openings fit perfectly with the shows and good in their own rights. The OSTs for both are spectacular in their own, unique ways. Clannad involves music that will make the scenes even more of a tear-jerker. Whereas Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso has a many genres of music within the OST, which fits the show.

I chose After Story, rather than the original Clannad series, because of the way it makes you cry or at least want to. Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is very similar in that way.   read more 

report Recommended by Betsyspaniel

In addition to making you cry, this anime brings incredible songs and beautiful drama with a touch of romance. 

report Recommended by Luh_meneses

I couldn't stop my tear drops after completing this series ... Really , it's a masterpiece. It's pretty similar to " Your Lie in April " too based on story processing , love , romance, emotions, school life etc. But remember, if you want to get the complete feelings and emotions of this series , then you have to watch " Clannad " first and it's a must to all of you. At last I want  to tell you that , don't even dare to die before watching this series. If you do that, then you will regret for it later and I can give 100% assurance of that to all of you for that. Really, man....I'm in love to this series...!!!!

   Best of the luck....Arigato read more 

report Recommended by FBA

Anime: Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae wo Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai.

Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae wo Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai. addpermalink

Utilizing similar romance tropes, viewers can expect to find themselves emotionally drawn in by the ups and downs, but a touch of mystery added in. 

report Recommended by Yemi_Hikari

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The story is set were the characters needs to confront their pasts to face reality and move forward into the future. They are both very emotional and strong stories.
and they both are about lose, so its pretty easy to put your self in the Main character's Position and get hit directly by the feel train and even shed a tear ~  

report Recommended by -HeXy-

In both anime the cast must confront their pasts to face reality and move forward into the future. 

report Recommended by Riftguardian

Both are touching stories about growing up and having to deal with real issues. Both will also rip you apart emotionally. Wonderful soundtracks too. 

report Recommended by highlander1199

This anime is about music and romance. The main character, Arima Kosei, struggles with his life as a middle age student. He was consent with his life, until one day, one girl, Miyazono Kaori, changed everything. I recommend watching this anime if you watched Ano Hana, because the main characters are similar to one another and how they both have someone supporting them. Especially the ending for both animes.   

report Recommended by markanthonyaf

Your Lie in April is basically Anohana's second coming, having both done by A-1 Pictures and both having the intention of ripping your heart out in pieces. One thing that both shows share is that there is a good portion of the story being about the childhood of the characters, and even the conflict on both shows started in their childhood. But what separates them from each other is Your Lie in April is more on music while Anohana is more on childhood nostalgia.

My personal preferences: If you're a person who've watched Your Lie in April first and is going to watch Anohana, I prefer you watch in a minimum of 1 episode per day. Because Anohana is a show that will do everything in it's power to make you cry in every episode it has. Granted, it's shorter (11 episodes) so it's kinda understandable. Some of you might be fine with that but in my own experience, I didn't cry as much as other people did because I watched it in one sitting and when a dramatic scene does come in an episode, I just feel numb because I'm still not over about the dramatic scene in an episode prior. read more 

report Recommended by Cludensyo

Friends who develop their friendship.  Some romance involved (slight triangle or square).  A girl who helps a boy to get back into the world.  The boy stopped doing something that used be a part of their daily life.   The girl is very enthusiastic and inspiring.   

report Recommended by helloisabelle

The animes are similar in the part of the (SPOILER! DON'T READ) death ambiance that are present in the episodes. You can tell that there's someting that it doens't feel right in the middle of the happiness of the characters
They are both very emotional and it beat right in the feeling.
After all the conflits are settled, you can't understand if there is an happy or a bad ending. You stay happy, but you want to cry. 

report Recommended by STEREOo

- Both made by A-1 Pictures
- Both have the same sort of art style and character designs
- Jin Aketagawa is the sound director for both anime
- Both have Drama aspects in them
- Both have likable characters 

report Recommended by Menzo-

Like, you feel the drama right? You wanna feel that your heart need to pump harder because of friendship and some cry, happiness and more. Just chill, you will feel everything so similar from this two animes. Try it out, you will not be regret. 

report Recommended by mytisch

If u liked Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae wo Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai you will like Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso too.The story is emotional and the Main Characters are very similar. 

report Recommended by lojzaHD

Both animes will make you end up on tears. You'll fall in love with the characters and their story. 

report Recommended by aryax98

- Both have beautiful music
- Both will make you cry like little babies
- Both revolve around loss of a loved one
- Both revolve around finding closure
- Both are really good (=ﾟωﾟ)ﾉ 

report Recommended by kkoa

Both will guide you on people trying to overcome a problem that has affected them for a long time. The feels train also takes a stop in both of these anime.  

report Recommended by GreyGaming

both have a dramatic and emotional ending . 

report Recommended by mjas20

Hop aboard the feels train...
I swear you will cry buckets at the end of both...
Tugs, no...jerks at your heart strings
All in all, similar themes of living for the present. 

report Recommended by canyouread

Both are touching, and moves you to appreciate the things you have in life more.  

report Recommended by SyntaxMishe

Did you cry while watching "The Flower We Saw That Day"? Do you enjoy anime that make you cry? Are you a masochist? So am I. Your Lie in April, just like The Flower We Saw That Day, will make you cry (unless you're a cold heartless bastard). Your Lie in April is the journey a boy makes, with the help of a pretty classmate, to overcome his depression and continue to play piano after his mother/piano teacher passed away from an illness. Similarities between the two anime are: Great Animations/Graphics, music that can make a grown man cry, and a stellar voice acting cast. Even though being short, one season anime (Your Lie in April being longer), they had surprisingly satisfying (and depressing) endings. 
TL;DR: Watch Your Lie in April. read more 

report Recommended by TheMcRib

These two shows are really touching and sad, and main themes include friendship and romance, as well as coming of age.

Both of them also have an interesting cast of characters and beautiful art and music. 

report Recommended by hyunjins

- Both anime revolve around an MC who has trouble letting go of the past.
- Both anime attempt to communicate powerful messages with their story.
- There is more depth in many characters than what initially meets the eye within both of the shows.
 

report Recommended by StudentOfTheGame

*Spoiler*
Ano Hana is yet another one similar to Shigatsu as in the male protagonist meets someone who's known them from the past and is their first love. 

report Recommended by Vatsal_Jiraiya

Love triangle - check.
Death of significant someone changing MC's life - check.
Plot to rehabilitate one's self - check.
Feels - definitely check.
Bonus: Both are from the same studio. 

report Recommended by jogerj

The vibe of the anime is similar, and so is the overall theme of the anime. 

report Recommended by ananimeweirdo

THEY BOTH RIPPED MY HEART INTO MILLION PIECES.
REWATCH IT ALMOST DOZEN OF TIME YET I AM STILL CRYING. 

report Recommended by QilayKirai

While their main story is different from each other, their similarity lies in that both have main characters who are burdened with their past as they try to face forward to a better future. Another thing is that you'll be bombarded by a variety of feels as you learn more about the characters and story. There are also the love triangle aspect that brings out drama. 

report Recommended by OVERPOWERED99

TE HACE LLORAR........... 

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Sakamichi no Apollon addpermalink

"A famous violinist once said that by exchanging (musical) notes, you get to know one another; to understand one another. As if your souls were connected, and hearts overlapping. It's a conversation through instruments. A miracle that creates harmony. In that moment, music transcends words."

Kids on the Slope has its two MALE leads connect via music. There's every suggestion that the thugish drummer would like to pound more than his drums as they compete and connect by playing jazz together. The glasses-wearing, scrawny lead finds liberation by escaping from the restrictions of classical piano playing and happiness by bonding with his 'friend'. The show does try to mask the homosexual undercurrent with heterosexual romance subplots for both characters, but since music is the main focus, both subplots remain on a road to nowhere. And, fittingly, the male leads end together... in a spiritual sense, at least. It's all too obvious the series was created by a female, both in terms of top/bottom character designs and the actual content.

Shigatsu is a far more male-orientated, shounen experience. The piano playing lead in Shigatsu is still very much four-eyed and scrawny, just like the lead in Slope, but his musical performance partner is a beautiful long-haired blonde violinist. The same way jazz liberated the lead in Slope, the heroine in Shigatsu injects life into its male lead by inspiring him with her rock-star style violin playing and energy; prompting him to be her partner. Like Slope, there's also romantic subplots with other characters, but it's crystal clear the musical pairing will later pair up in other, just as passionate ways. Maybe.

Also, although it's just a matter of preference, I prefer Shigatsu's shouenish FREAK OUT humour over Slope's more subdued, realistic tone. That's a key difference between the two. Shigatsu presents an inexplicably anime mental block issue over piano playing, yet it's never as depressing as Slope because of the injection of humour. Childish but fun. Also-also: THE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES. A lot of attention was put into them; especially in Slope where an actual person did the drumming motions. And the violin playing in Shigatsu was equally captivating. read more

report Recommended by AironicallyHuman

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Despite the music genre difference (Classical and Jazz), both are set during their high school years and have the recurring theme of the musical arts, romance and drama. Each have a pair of musicians whom they end up meeting in a life changing fate and are quite unorthodox but are able to perfom spectacular music! 

Love polygons exists in both shows and each character has their own set of life-changing problems and trauma. It's a must watch for those who enjoy the musical arts and drama! 

report Recommended by IchiroEX

Both anime display some similarities:
- Both are about music: Sakamichi relies on classical and jazz whereas the ost can be wonderfully adapted to the characters feelings and humour. Shigatsu's ost is very calming and more classical but also fits the drama.
- Main guy is a megane who is a genius pianist but is uninspired and traumatized until he meets someone who makes him regain his love for music and life. Both are likeable protagonists that were forced to learn music and because of that lost the ability to enjoy it, but actually they love music.
- The person who inspires the hero to play again also plays an instrument. In Sakamichi is another boy and in Shigatsu it is a girl. 
- Friendship is also a main theme where a group of friends tags along and has fun being that crucial to the plot.
- Hints of romance: While in Sakamichi the romance seems to be a love triangle and not much important to the plot, in Shigatsu the heroine might play a bigger part in the hero's development. 
Personally I believe Sakamichi is targeted to an older audience and better developed than Shigatsu but both are very enjoyable and have wonderful instrumental music, as well as unique artwork. read more 

report Recommended by Orulyon

Both are music orientated with the male protagonist who is a quiet, calm composed  pianist. They both have romantic acquaintances as well as other family issues 

report Recommended by S1nn3r

Both are series that focus on teenage piano-playing glasses-wearing protagonists who encounter romance in their lives. The only difference is that the main character of Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso plays music with a girl, unlike in Sakamichi no Apollon where the main character plays music with other guys. 

report Recommended by SilverChariotx

Both revolve around the idea of finding yourself and expressing your most inner emotions through music, though with shigatsu this is the focal point, whilst with sakamichi it's supplementary. Both bring out the best in their genre of music with unforgettable soundtracks. Pitch perfect performances from both protagonists. 

report Recommended by vasili101

Both shows use music as a medium for character development and growth, as well as to connect the characters together. Both have great soundtracks and fluid animation, especially in Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, art plays a fundamental role in the music scenes to forge appropriate symbolism and motifs, as well as to aid and compliment the experience delivered to the audience. They both constantly emphasise the epiphany felt by the characters because of music.

Shigatsu is based on classical music whereas Kids on the Slope (Sakamichi no Apollon) is based on jazz music and both are set in very distinct times and settings. Shigatsu is more modern, while the latter is set around the 1960s.   read more 

report Recommended by LeFlower-kun

Both involve a main character of classical piano training, and another that plays an instrument more....unconventionally, freely. Both series made me view music differently in terms of how people play music, as well as motivations behind each, and character devolopment. 

report Recommended by redtiger505

★Both revolve around a group of teenagers, which share a powerful bond and have fun as their youths fly by.

★Both contain wonderful music, each one tackling a different genre.

★Both have beautiful animation.

★Both have a unique mood/atmosphere and feel very realistic + they portray their respective 
surroundings very well. 

report Recommended by alpha_shadow

both of them was a Romance-Music themed anime, where between Romance Story and the Musical Scene have a balanced strength on it
While Shigatsu have a Junior High School student for main Character, Sakamichi's main character was a Senior High School student
Shigatsu plays a Classical Music, Sakamichi plays a Jazz Music 

report Recommended by Wildan_ns

Kids on the Slope arguably has better musical performances and a more complex love web to boot. It's not as MC focused or melodramatic as Your Lie in April, so it's a nice choice for people who are looking for another music orientated anime that is similar enough for those fans longing for that sense of nostalgia but different enough so that it doesn't feel like you're rewatching Your Lie in April. For those who like good music and awkward teenage angst.  

report Recommended by TheNoobAtThis

Both animes are similar in the sense that they focus on character development over plot. This is done by using music to convey emotion and strengthen bonds. Also, both animes have an underlying romance theme. 

report Recommended by Soire

Both have beautiful music, Kids on the Slope is a mixture of Jazz with Classical piano while Your Lie in April is all classical piano/violin. The stories to both involve themes of romance and friendship shown through music. I would give the edge to Your Lie in April but if you liked one then you are sure to like the other. 

report Recommended by Lord_Blumpkin

While it hasn't fully completed airing, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso shares the same themes of music and friendship that are prevalent in Sakamichi no Apollon. Although Sakamichi no Apollon did it fairly better. 

report Recommended by swordsaver4346

Your Lie in April is to classical as Kids on the Slope is to jazz. Both shows have superb soundtracks that work perfectly with the show to capture the best attributes of each musical genre. On top of this, both shows involve a love web between lovable characters trying to find themselves through their music. If you watch either of these, expect to be left in emotional shambles.

Coincidently, these are my brother's two favorite shows. Lol, nerd. 

report Recommended by abhutrash

Shigatsu and Sakamichi. Both series:
- They are about a pianist, who has a demotivation, the root of his family, which has turned him into an indecisive, which is achieved with a person who will encourage him to pursue his dreams, and to leave behind those pressures of the past. In addition this person plays an instrument, which together they will make the music that will give meaning to their lives.
- These series deal with loyalty, friends, who will always be there to support you despite the entanglements that life brings. A romantic story, where love will flavor the facts that support the characters to move forward. read more 

report Recommended by OtakuNote87

The two are school life dramas that integrate music into the plot. These shows will give you a roller coaster of emotions through their awesome visuals, well-crafted characters and masterful story telling. Your ears are also in for a treat as you listen to excellently performed classical music in Shigatsu was Kimi no Uso and jazz in Sakamichi no Apollon.  

report Recommended by ALLONA

Both has a glasses wearing, pianist guy as protagonist. 
Both also mainly telling about friendship, romance, and drama between each of the character, accompanied (no pun intended) by music as the theme of both anime.
The difference is Shigatsu using classical piece as the theme while Sakamichi using jazz as the theme. 

report Recommended by rian95

Both musical
Main character is pianist
The characters & highschool romance are similar somehow
But Shigatsu for classic music & sakamichi is concerned with jazz

 

report Recommended by Aya_Mugiwara

Both involve music and sadness, but in varying degrees. 

report Recommended by reindeerplug

Both series are fantastic stories about friendship, music and love. 

report Recommended by Jureon

You could say that Sakamichi is the 'mature' version of Shigatsu. Here are my reason to watch Sakamichi no Apollon if you loved Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso:
- Both focus around music as the main play of each story
- Both have emotional parts in the anime
- Both have a beautiful soundtrack
- Both have lovable characters that the viewer can totally relate to

The only thing that may put you off is that Sakamichi is a lot more mature than Shigatsu. Enjoy! 

report Recommended by Abzi

On the outside looking in you could say they are similar because both shows focus on music throughout the series but I recommend this show because they have the same undertone and feel to them. If you have seen one of these shows and liked it, I highly recommend you watch the other.    

report Recommended by BadAssPanda98

- They both are really good animes.
- The music takes a big relevance in both stories, Sakamichi in jazz and Shigatsu in classical. 
- The art is pretty good and they have romance there too. 
- And both of the MC are piano players with glasses and a little geeks xD 

report Recommended by Mike_Wazowski

Angel Beats! addpermalink

Fates entwining, paths crossing perhaps only for a brief moment. Romance, sadness, packed together with a nice little bow of a well written plot, but prepare as well for a good cry. 

report Recommended by Yemi_Hikari

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One thing is for certain; at the end of these two anime, you will need a new box of tissues. They both focus around the lives of two people, brought together by similar situations. They learn from each other and ultimately bring the stories to life, through their trials and tribulations. 

report Recommended by PeterJWei1993

Both anime(s) are heart-warming, they exhibit the hardships of life, and friendship.Both are life-changing and they excel in their genre. Truly A MUST WATCH 

report Recommended by Z-X-E

If you want to cry and feel satisfied about it then this one's for you. Don't get deceived by the genre and welcome to the feel ride. The story is satisfying and has much more depth associated. You'll love it.     

report Recommended by Spock96

both have a beautiful and captivating design. We easily fall in love with the main characters. the story takes us to cheer for ther romance and makes us feel so happy ... so sad ... so excited. 

report Recommended by shizukoo2

Both are tragic and heart-breaking shows that will hit you where it hurts. Both are funny while being tragic, and both have incredibly meaningful messages underlying their tragedy. 

report Recommended by Suzu-kun22

Both are sad, with parts that will make all decent human beings cry... Angel beats isn't as focused on music, where only in the OP and with GDM, but still. Heartwarming and sad parts. Watch it, just watch both 

report Recommended by Silver-King

Both have a sad ending 
Both show highlights for friend ship and developing strengths with help of others 

report Recommended by jana_jandal

They both will make you cry 

report Recommended by minori_oni

Both animes are very beautiful and emotional. They have pretty animation & an amazing opening. They're both packed with feels and endings that will make you cry. If you want another heartbreaking anime, Angel Beats! is for you. 

report Recommended by -blank_

These shows are both a sad romance and they both have one of the main characters playing the piano. 

report Recommended by SmileychanEmily

This series has a similar ending as Angel Beats. I should say Angel Beats was the saddest and one of the most touching anime when I watched it but Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso overtook it once I watched the last episode of it! It is really awesome and has very few or maybe no plotholes. If you are looking for an emotional anime with a good story and a strong musical connectivity, wait no more just watch Your Lie in April. And I can say for sure the suspense of "what is the lie" of the series is >= the suspense of the suspense of Angel and Yuzuru. read more 

report Recommended by barin_97

Similarities:

-Both anime are in the genre of drama.
-Both anime envisions scenes that involve music and concert.
-Both anime offers some comedy.
-Both anime represents a "Life and Death" plot.
-Both anime very much likely could make the viewer cry. *


Differences:

-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso focuses on one thing: Music while Angel Beats is one the point of climax within fighting using guns and weapons.
-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso does not have action as Angel Beats does.
-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is in a genre of Shounen while Angel Beats is not.
-Artwork of the two anime are very much different from each other. 
-Music themes of Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is emotionally beautiful to hear and is involving greatest composers' works while in Angel Beats, it involves rock music.
-The comedic scene durations of the anime are different. Angel Beats had the scenes in which comedy parts are lasting long rather than Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso shifting from a comedy scene to a somewhat flashback, backstory or a scene in which something sad/depressing would happen. read more 

report Recommended by Dorajiru-kun

White Album 2 addpermalink

In both of these anime music plays a large role in the development of characters and romance. There is also plenty of drama and feels. Differences include White Album 2 being more on the serious side, while Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso tends to be a little less serious through its addition of comedy. 

report Recommended by Xenovius

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Both shows use music as the main plot device to drive character development and romance. Being shows about music, both also feature fantastic soundtracks.

Differences:
-White Album 2 focuses solely on romance, but Shigatsu focuses more on the endeavors of each character and their underlying reasons.
-Unlike Shigatsu, White Album 2 continously maintains a serious mood as comedy is virtually non-existent in that show. 

report Recommended by hyperfire

Both involve heavily on OST being a music genre which are highly regarded, drama and romance also plays at certain points in the storylines which develops character, and the piano prodigies play godly respectively.

Differences are that WA2 is more (undecisiveness) drama and (love triangle) romance oriented so a more serious approach. 

report Recommended by OppaiSugoi

If you really are into music anime you should definitely watch Shigatsu wa kimi no Uso after White ablum two. Both the anime's have piano in them but Shigatsu wa kimi no Uso goes deeper into the piano part and white album 2 also does many other instruments ( Shigatsu wa kimi no Uso also has violin). The romance in this anime is similar to  Shigatsu wa kimi no Uso which u can see when you watch it yourself ;)  

report Recommended by Layme

The pure unrelentless dedication of playing music shines deep within both series, as the characters struggle to find their inner music purposes within both life and the musical world. 

report Recommended by Demonstzer

Both musical anime with characters that feel alone and eventual depressing themes 

report Recommended by Bolt1984

Both have a girl with great musical talents, where the protagonist marvels at her.
 

report Recommended by OtakuNote87

- Both anime have drama as their genre
- Both have music, but it is the main genre for YLIA
- Both have romance, but it is the main genre for WA2
 

report Recommended by 14knguyen2

I'd recommend watching this after Your Lie in April, for two reasons. Firstly with WA2 compared to YLIA are similar but totally different. White Album 2 handles a similar theme, but for a more mature audience. It's the older teenage version in my opinion. Secondly, the two anime are so similar in a lot of aspects. Musically charged themes, to forward character development and relationships. I'd highly recommend watching both a seeing for yourself. 

report Recommended by Kittokatsu

it's definitely relevant in terms of music but it might not be similarly intense when it comes to cry out loud 

report Recommended by KabeerRajoria

Both of them have a connection with music and at some point something unpredictable happens. 

report Recommended by Lexii-chan

Whenever I think of Your Lie in April, this is the second show that comes to mind as they both are great romances, and have a lot of feels. This comment probably doesn't do it much justice but if you liked shigatsu you will most likely like White Album 2 as well. 

report Recommended by giroliro3

Plastic Memories addpermalink

Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is like even more heartbreaking version of Plastic Memories. They're both cute but tragic love stories. 

report Recommended by aifukola

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If you strip Plastic Memories of its *cough,pointless,cough* sci-fi setting, it basically tells a lighter, shorter version of Your Lie in April's story. How a very delicate relationship affects hopes and dreams, and the path you end up choosing for your life. Huge feels for both, and themes explored are similar.
99% chance of crying. 

report Recommended by JoePanichelli

Well, both are feels anime that aired at consecutive airing season about up-and-down emotional relationship between a boy and a girl. If you like "feels" anime, you'll maybe like both of them, though Shigatsu contains more drama compared with Plastic Memories which contains more comedy. Though the main premise is very different, in the end, both of them has a few similarities.

**SPOILER ALERT**

- both protagonist girls were crying when they met the protagonist boys for the first time in the series.
- both girls are secretly reciprocate the boys feeling.
- both girls are tragically separated from the boys in the end, either by terminal illness in Shigatsu's case or technical lifespan in PlaMemo's case.
- both girls wrote a farewell letter before their eventual demise which contains their gratitude and messages for people close to them. read more 

report Recommended by rian95

Both of these series are about the main protagonist getting to know whats a true romance like, but also how it feels to be truly sad. 

report Recommended by ChainZ_GER

Both are gems to watch. They have wonderful characters, great romance, and very very good ending to both of them. Both also bring out the feels train. 

report Recommended by GreyGaming

Trying to not spoil any of the shows, both main characters future are basically pre-described and both stories build to it. With Plastic Memories giving it out a bit later. 

report Recommended by BotQwoto

Similar relationship between the lead characters. The two shows will likely leave a similar mark on the viewer. 

report Recommended by Ghost-2501

- Lovable romance between two characters
- Dramatic Irony
- Two characters work together to overcome personal boundaries
- EMOTIONAL FEELINGS ARE STRONG IN THIS ONE
- Compelling and very interesting universe, but doesn't bring away from the relationship  

report Recommended by YatoriMei

This recommendation contains spoilers. The female MC is being goodbyed. In Shigatsu, the female MC dies while Plastic Memories the female MC lost her memories and later meets the male MC. Emotional anime with tearjerker moments and ending. Good storyline and romance. 

report Recommended by Half-MagePrince

Both series that I loved, I honestly think that these are two of the many animes that you should watch, as they are both staples in the industry.

If you liked Shigatsu, you'll like Plastic Memories.
They both have that unique rom-com feel that is hard to find, for good animes. 

report Recommended by Abominable

If you like this, then you have to, have to, have to love the other series I recommended you ...! 

report Recommended by FBA

Yuri!!! on Ice addpermalink

A protagonist who wants to quit what he loves doing because of bad mental state, but gets motivated by his lov..I mean, friend, who supports him and helps him climb back on top. Both have artists who create stories with their performance, and there is a lot of inner monologues. Yuri on Ice has less drama than Shigatsu. 

report Recommended by fuyuki

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Young Prodigy that stopped playing what they loved very much caused of traumatic events (Piano in 4gatsu, Ice Skating in Yuri), but in their heart they still loved it no matter how long they're stopped.
Both main character has rising up to the top once more because they meet an important ones who admired and support them for coming back once again ..
Although both series have a different focused (Shigatsu focus on Classic Music, and Yuri focus on Ice Skating Sport), but they share similar atmosphere .. 
Both are worth to watch 

report Recommended by ExTz_Thomazz

Both shows feature a talented protagonist and follows them as they work their way up through competitions. A lot of time is spent on the performances in each, featuring excellent camerawork, and monlogues to make these moments highlights of the shows. The emotions and tension surrounding these events are closely explored too.

The atmoshpere in each show is lighthearted, with comedy and heartwarming moments along with periods where the show is more serious. There are also romantic undertones in each - this forms a large part of each show's appeal. Art style in both is crisp and features a vivid palette.

report Recommended by Brachy

The whole vibe and art of both shows is pleasing, both feature great soundtracks, and can appeal to people besides those with an interest in what the anime involves (competitive piano or competitive figure skating). 

Both shows are unlike other competition anime because one does not need to know a whole lot about the competition before watching. They also feature unique characters and are all around a great experience. 

report Recommended by trainerblack

○ Both star a troubled, but talented MC who learns to reignite their passion through the idol that they admire and those that support them
○ Both MCs struggle with disorders related to depression and performance anxiety
○ Lovely piano music
○ Beautiful artwork and animation
○ Enjoyable even if the viewer knows nothing about the subject, which in this case is ice skating and classical music 

report Recommended by Sawp

Both Yuri!!! on Ice and Your Lie in April have a central theme and talent that the main characters are involved in and the plot revolves around. With Yuri!!! on Ice, it's ice skating, and in Your Lie in April, it's music.  Both seriesdeal with the emotions and thoughts of the competitors during competitions and the problems they deal with in their everyday life, also.  I personally enjoyed Your Lie in April more, since it handles the story besides music really well, while Yuri!!! on Ice doesn't have too much of a plot besides skating so far.  The latter is not done yet, though, so it still has time to get more complex and detailed. read more 

report Recommended by ZTW

In Your Lie in April, Kaori is a fan of Kousei, and they gets to play together.
In Yuri on Ice, Yuuri 'worships' Victor when he was young, and Victor came to be his coach.
So Yuri on Ice is Your Lie in April minus the sadness and drama. 

report Recommended by AnekiHayashiSan

The main characters grow with each other as the series progresses, and have amazing, inspiring performances and a great soundtrack. Both are serious for performances, but also have a lighter side, like pork cutlet bowls. 

report Recommended by HireASamurai

Both Yuri on Ice and Your Lie in April are quite similar in the fact that both of our main protagonists are trying to achieve a goal, or are close to giving up on their dreams. Someone talented and free-spirited comes along and decides to help the protagonist do something amazing that they didn't believe they were capable of before. This person that comes along teaches the protagonist how to be confident and try new things. Both animes have a romance aspect, but Yuri on Ice is more prominent towards the storyline (and it is between two male characters). Either way, both of these animes will not fail to disappoint.  read more 

report Recommended by phandvan

Both love stories and finding strength from the influence of others. Yuri on Ice is a little more upbeat 

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Hibike! Euphonium addpermalink

These anime revolves around music, in which develops the traits of each character in the story. In Shigatsu, they use piano and/or violin and play classical music. In Hibike, they joined a wind ensemble and also play classical music. The characters strive for their best and overcome the difficulties they meet in order to play with all their best. They also join competitions. 

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More music but with pianos and violins. The story line is great and the graphics top notch 

report Recommended by animemusicFCB

Beautiful animes about music, friendships, hardships and different emotions. Both are stunning series that you will enjoy even if you have no knowledge of music.  

report Recommended by bakaoneechan

If you like the classic "romance, school, music, drama" genre combination (aka my favorite combo of genres) then you'll for sure love this anime. Both animes do a great job of expressing raw emotion, and Hibike does a fantastic job highlighting each individual character in their own respective ways to the extent where you can't help but feel emotionally attached to them all. Not to mention, much like Your Lie in April, the animation with Hibike! is top notch, if not better (which is quite the statement with how beautiful the animation in Your Lie in April was!).

If you're ready for another feels train, this is the perfect anime to get into. It strays away from the piano and violin that we are use to with YLIA, and instead highlights a new blend of instruments such as the Trombone, the Trumpet, the Oboe, and of course, the Euphonium (and more!). So if you enjoyed Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, I definitely know that you will love Hibike! Euphonium! I just can't recommend it enough! read more 

report Recommended by alangwiggy

"Kimi ga iru kara, Boku wa Sonzaisuru."
"Anata ga iru kara, Watashi wa Dekiru."
Both are theme for Music. It includes beauty and symphony.
There is colorful timbre in the logic. That is cultural attractiveness.
Kousei Arima and Kumiko Oumae meets some important persons, and they grow up humanly.
Especially Kaori Miyazono and Reina Kousaka give a big boost to it.
Both have exquisite Drama. At times distress, at times collision. For really want to aim more.
And bonds of friendship are more basis than anything else.
If you loved HE, you'll definitely like KimiUso and HE's sequel.
HE becomes completed version from sequel. ABSOLUTELY. 

report Recommended by Xnovazero

Students Playing a Piano and Violin VS Students Playing in a School Band 10/10 

report Recommended by Crawdunk

both of these anime are musical materpieces, featuring great graphics, moving ost, decent story (both are pretty character driven, your lie in april moreso than h!e), and some romance (don't try to tell me that kumiko and reina are not in love.). hibike is a lot less tragic and  a little faster paced than your lie in april 

report Recommended by strategay

Same genres and almost same story.
In Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso story revolves around a boy that play Piano very good but left it midway.
And now his friend trying to get him back playing piano.
In Hibike! Euphonium? story revolves around a girl who plays Euphonium very good and joins good for nothing concert band of a school,now she and her companion target goals to perform at nationals,Can they do it? 

report Recommended by hunterking

Extracurricular school activities the same theme.By then participating in the school or outside school.

So when a race or competition, namely:
Championships
Achievements
Focus
Hard Business
Struggle
Set the Balance 

report Recommended by Yukisa-Nanase

I know a little more about the brass instrument so I can see the hand gestures, and the music that is presented is very real not an obscure movement. the animation presented is so beautiful that it supports the existing story. I can enjoy every episode there. the music presented is also very good, I can feel the detail of the music when I hear it, it proves how seriously this anime is worked on, and therefore I recommend it. Some stories from the main characters "kumiko" in the music world I've ever experienced, make me always carried away the plot, therefore, I really like the "sound euphonium" read more 

report Recommended by DNGlist

Piano no Mori addpermalink

Both about pianists finding themselves though music. Although both feature children they have dark/emotional moments. 

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Exceptionally beautiful backgrounds plus classical piano music, complete with a competition.   

report Recommended by OffColfax

Both are about classical music, but it has more a central place in Piano no Mori. Both are about the hardships of being a professional at a younger age. Piano no Mori is perfect if you want more of the classical music that you got in Shigatsu wa kimi no uso. 

report Recommended by okamikotori

Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso and Piano no Mori both follow the tale of two types of people in the world of music who collide with each other—one who plays according to the score, and one who plays according to their feelings. Similarly to Piano no Mori's Shuuhei and Kai, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso follows Arima and Miyazono's journey together as they work together to achieve goals whilst learning to understand each other. If the clashing of two minds and souls in Piano no Mori wasn't enough, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso will definitely satisfy your cravings! 

report Recommended by wasabi-chan

Just as how Arima Kousei in Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is a piano prodigy, so is Amamiya Shuuhei in terms of his dad also being one of the great pianists at the time. 
   -Shuuhei has taken strict piano lessons since he was young just as Kousei
   -Both Kousei and Shuuhei has had troubles producing sound from the piano (either from the piano in the forest or where Kousei can't hear the notes he plays)
   -Miyazono Kaori is also similar to the character of Ichinose Kai, how they're both cheerful about the music they produce and how they both help out the main characters be their partners in music
  - Just as Kaori shows her violin playing to be free and of her own; Kai also plays the piano freely and of his own world. (both of them not following the scores of the music but simply playing it their own style) read more 

report Recommended by NoToleranceMan

Both have beautiful settings, are sentimental and have two young people facing life together and with music. 

report Recommended by van1993

Both Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso and Piano no Mori are about music and the feelings of people with different playstyles. Kusei, just like Shuuhei, is extremely good at the piano and has been through tough training to always play according to the score and achieve his goals, while Kaori is playing according to her feelings, just like Kai. Both anime follow the thoughts and the interactions between the characters as they try to understand and learn from each other. 
If you liked Piano no Mori, but seemed a little short, you will defenitely like Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, which shows more of the characters' feelings and interactions. read more 

report Recommended by Melody

Both are about two pianists and their "relationship" with their piano, which is affected by the meet of a person with a completely different view on music. 

report Recommended by Psijic

Both anime convey the growth and development of friendships, no matter how unlikely they may be, through the use of of one primary instrument and common bond, the piano. With touching plots both coinciding with traditional, powerful soundtracks- if you like one of them you'll most likely enjoy the other. 

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Sakurasou no Pet na Kanojo addpermalink

~~~MILD SPOILERS!!~~~ Please do not read if you feel that this may affect your enjoyment of either anime. You have been warned! 

Well, in a sense, the main 2 protagonists of Kousei and Kaori are somewhat similar to Sorata and Shiina of Sakurasou. Albeit, Sorata goes through his "transformation" whilst trying to reach what he feels to be a sense of "accomplishments" that can match up to Shiina, while Kousei is already an accredited pianist. However, in Kousei's story, it is more about him being able to accept his position in life and being able to break out of the mental shell that was left behind after his mother's death. 

The story of Kousei and Kaori is an enriching tale of friendship and tragedies that is sure to leave you wanting more. From the character development, to the scenery, Shigatsu wa kimi no Uso is probably one of the best anime of it's time. I strongly recommend this to anyone who is looking for a beautiful Slice of Life style anime and hope that it brings as much happiness and tears to you as it has for me.  

Enjoy!    read more

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Both anime have similar comedy and drama. Both main male cast have goals with their live, but they don't know how to get to it. Until they meet the main female and they change their life. Two of the anime teaches you to accept live and live isn't fair. There are times when the characters feel down because of their past or their flaws. Both teaches good life lesson.  

report Recommended by NipahAllDay

- Comedy and romance.
- Protagonist in a constant struggle with himself.
- Girl draws the attention of our main character , to possess a great talent in the arts (Shiina in the drawing, and Kaori in the music).
- Protagonist will rely on this new girl and her friends in order to overcome their weaknesses.
 

report Recommended by OtakuNote87

Both shows contain a main character who has a godly talent in an exspressive art but both are no longer using that talent to there full advantage. Also both shows contain great friendshpis and mature themes. 

report Recommended by KingPin99

Amazing anime. Amazing art style as well as music used throughout entire anime, and Shigatsu is filled to the brim with drama and funny moments. It'll keep you watching to the end, just like Sakurasou did if you enjoyed Sakurasou no Pet na Kanojo.  

report Recommended by Vescrow

The feelings here are intense!

These two anime are about boys who are led and inspired by towheaded female leads, who desperately want to pursue their artistic dreams. If you're a bit like me, you'll feel envious of the characters for being so passionate but you won't be able to help but root them on. 

Sakurasou and Your Lie in April both contain times when the main character is nearing the end of his rope, matched with glimmers of hope. They also share subtle themes of romantic drama. Sakurasou and Your Lie in April are very absorptive, both in art style and plot, and while they'll make you ooh and ahh over the animation, they'll make you cry ugly tears.  Fortunately, the serious scenes were balanced out with the comedy; they share that loud, exaggerated style of comedy that is unique to anime. Some people might find it annoying, but I find that this type of comedy is the perfect bit of comic relief. 

The art style in both anime is stunningly radiant with excellent use of light and if the stories were not appealing enough, the art style will captivate you.  read more

report Recommended by myusikah

Both of these shows have
-A blond girl with a talent, (Ex. Art, Violin) that the main character falls in love with
-Dramatic with lots of scenes where crying is involved
-Both are very funny in the earlier stages, to get you attached to the characters
-And lastly, both have fantastic endings 

report Recommended by thelectricow

The atmosphere in both of these animes is very similar. If you enjoyed the genre of slice of life in Shigatsu you'll like Sakura-sou. 

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Chihayafuru addpermalink

- Kousei <-> Arata
- Kaori <-> Chihaya
Enough said?

The difference though is that Chihayafuru is centered on the energetic girl who wants to bring people into her world while Shigatsu wa kimi no uso is centered on the depressed boy who stopped performing.
I really like how both bring up how passionate their characters are.
Also the music in both those shows is perfect, 

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Shigatsu wa kimi no uso its similar to Chihayafuru not for his story, because both are very different, are similar for the personality of the main characters in the two animes. The main characters in both animes are constantly fighting to achieve his own dreams, in Chiyahayafuru and Shigatsu they fight for overcome obstacles and overcome their fears. Also, in the two animes we have the feeling of fresh youth and  the passion of the main characters to fulfill their own dreams. In Chihayafuru the love of traditional Karuta game and in Shigatsu the love for classical music. 

report Recommended by Shizuku-Kuroneko

Even though Chihayafuru is much more competition focused and intense, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is similar to it because they both are about a group of students learning about themselves, their limits and this one special profession which they put their best effort to succeed in.

In both of them there is passion and crazy love triangles.  

report Recommended by atargider

Two boys lose their passion for their talent after the death of someone important to them until a girl comes along and rekindles it. However, SKU focuses more on the boy while the opposite for Chihayafuru 

report Recommended by Light-

The main characters in both animes have similar personality. Arata lose their passion for Karuta after the death of someone important just like Arima in Shigatsu Kimi no Uso. Until one day Chihaya comes to his house and make Arata to play Kurata again.

Both anime have the feeling of fresh youth and the passion of the main characters to fulfill their own dreams.

report Recommended by sipaul

these are similar in the way that they are both about a young girls whos passion and love for something practically forces others to be a part of it. they are both definitely worth watching. 

report Recommended by tamika_paige

The art style is similar and the characters themselves reflect on that. Both have romance mixed with a recreational activity being music and a card game. 
Arata is very similar to Kousei in terms of both art style and personality/backstory
Taichi and Watari look alike and are popular among girls 
Kaori and Chihaya have some similarities between them, but the main focus is on the two leading male protagonists and their decision making.  

report Recommended by somedayasunbae

While watching Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, I got the sames vibes I had while watching Chihayafuru. Though the contents are different, both Kousei and Arata's stories are somewhat similar. They both leave something they love due to the death os a family member and manage to go back to it by the help and support of the important people in their lives.

They both inspire people to do better and also inspire a level of competitiveness and admiration in their rivals/opponents.

Both are worth watching.  

report Recommended by Nikita96

Violet Evergarden addpermalink

Both have an amazing, emotional, slice of life storyline backed by phenomenal scores, and the animation for them is among the best I've ever seen. Both are examples of a love it or hate it anime, but if you enjoyed one, I'm almost positive you will also enjoy the other. 

report Recommended by Ray_Zimmerman

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Both pile on heavy with the melodrama and you know it but you still cry.
Thematically they may not be similar but the feels are strong with both. 

report Recommended by mmchan

Beautiful and heart breaking drama, learning feelings and accepting the death of a loved one 

report Recommended by Pumpkinyaaan

The both masterpieces are sentimental animes as well, they are drama stories with a very good script. 

report Recommended by Tinapontes

Similarities:

-Both expresses deep emotions through scenes involving solemnity, despair and sadness.
-Both anime gives the viewer a powerful impact wherein one character shows despair or sadness.
-Both anime have great animation.
-Both anime have the point of focus to a young girl.
-Both anime involves death of loved ones (spoiler alert *sorry* T~T)


Differences:

-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso expresses emotions to its viewers through music while on the other hand, Violet Evergarden is about the tragedy of war the main character has gone through and is being brought back being it's flashback and its dignity to help people achieve what they want to have through her writings on letters.
-Violet Evergarden does not contain expressions from music.
-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso has 4 main characters while in Violet Evergarden, there is only one.
-Violet Evergarden renders bloody and tragic flashbacks about the spoils of war the main character has gone through while on the other hand, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso doesn't. Except, it does flashback on the memories of the main character's without tragedy yet filled with madness and anger about his (Arima, Kousei) mother forcing him to be a prodigy (spoiler alert *sorry* T~T)
-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso's setting is on a modernized era and is taking place on schools in Japan while in Violet Evergarden, it takes place on around 1800s or 1900s wherein it is more likely American or European due to their names (?). read more 

report Recommended by Dorajiru-kun

Both are very emotional, moving animes that can bring tears to your eyes. Both animes address the ideas of love and how emotions make us human which is very beautiful in its own right.  Both have similar art styles and as a bonus, both have fantastic soundtracks as well! 

report Recommended by LambChops713

Beautiful artwork, and so much feels! 

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Golden Time addpermalink

Golden Time released not long before KimiUso, yet both have a number of similar plot elements. For example, the protagonist in both likes a girl who appears to like his best friend. The protagonist in both also suffers from internal emotional turmoil, due to their past haunting them. For Arima, it's his hearing problems, and the feint memories of his mother. For Banri, it's his amnesia, and the feint memories of his past life before he suffered amnesia. The female lead in both shows, Kaori and Kouko, also has an upbeat personality, which contrasts with the more laid-back personality of the male protagonist in both shows. Both shows also involve a lead character suffering from a medical condition. One difference is that KimiUso's cast are mostly middle-schoolers (it was originally a shonen manga), whereas Golden Time's cast are mostly university students (it was originally a josei manga). Another difference is that Golden Time maintains a generally more upbeat mood compared to KimiUso. read more 

report Recommended by Jagged_85

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The anime themselves might differ quite a lot plot wise but the feel is very similar. 
- Both romance stories where the MC is in love with a girl who likes his friend. 
- Both set in a school setup although in Golden Time they go to university.
- Both MC's have a somewhat "dark" past which they need to deal with and being helped by the heroines.
If you like one of these, then I would recommend that you try the other one aswell.   

report Recommended by Timmeyy

Golden Time and Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso have a very similar feel in nearly all aspect of the show. In both shows the MC meets a beautiful and unusual girl, which later forms into a romantic connection. Past events effect the MC's, and there is a lot of drama in both shows.

If you love Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso then there is a high possibility that you will also like Golden Time. 

report Recommended by Dandey

Both are about school life, love and life struggles, both deals with lost of dear or loved ones, both balance on fine line between drama and comedy - Shigatsu is more comedic and Golden time more dramatic. Although story is quite differnt there is element of person who helps overcame difficulties from past for main character.
Shigatsu is more oriented towards music, but it is just setting so it shouldn´t matter too much. I would say both series has similar wibe to them.  

report Recommended by rabi3187

This show emanates a similar feel to golden time. While the direct relations may be sparse, these two shows are both interesting stories including the protagonists attempt to regain his mind; In golden, he need shis memory, and in Shigatsu, his hearing. 

report Recommended by sakorin

Both have a number of similar plot elements. For example, the protagonist in both likes a girl who appears to like his best friend. The protagonist in both also suffers from internal emotional turmoil, due to their past haunting them. The female lead in both shows, Kaori and Kouko, also has an upbeat personality, which contrasts with the more laid-back personality of the male protagonist in both shows. 

report Recommended by Rococo12

The similar romance story. His female bestfriend lost to the blond girl. The drama and characters are great. Slight feels train. 

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Kiniro no Corda: Primo Passo addpermalink

Both tell story of violinists, while Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is more realistic representation of the world of musicians, Kinito no Corda takes you on tale of a magic violin. Both very inspirational, telling story of struggles as a musician. Both equally charming. If you liked Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso you will definitely like Kiniro no CordaL: Pirmo Passo. 

report Recommended by tacocat

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Even though the genres are quite different, the feel is the same. 
Both protagonists struggle with music. 
Both have beautiful classical music.  

report Recommended by alinaokumura

-Both are Music related
-Both girl- Kaori and Hino plays violin 
- Soundtrack are really great on both anime 

report Recommended by kawaiiiharuhi

-Both are set in playing classical music
-Having also the competition/concours playing the piano and violin
-Place set in the High School
-Both of the story/plot can be dramatic, in La Corda it's quite mild dramatic and in Shigatsu it's very over-dramatic
-Both of the main characters aiming and working hard to perform the classical music 

report Recommended by Tuscavoir

It focuses around music and romance, the soundtrack is just as gorgeous as the art. The main character is a girl who goes to a school with two parts-- General Studies and Music. The school is supposedly the place where a music fairy resides, the fairy is the one who commences all of the music competition, no one knows that the fairy is actually there unless they truly believe in music. The main character, Kahoko Hino is able to see the fairy by coincidence and is then granted a 'magical violin' anyone can play it as long as they can 'hear' the music and connect with it, Hino is forced to participate in a musical competition with the violin and along the way meets the other competitors-- that may or may not be extremely attractive and makes friends with them. There is some parts of romance, but this anime mostly focuses on the music, whereas Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso doesn't most of the time. So it's different in that perspective. Despite my horrible summary I hope you'll give this beautifully made anime a shot. :)  read more 

report Recommended by Miharu-o-chan

Both involves the same genre which is romance and classical music.

The main female character are both violinist that has an encounter with a male pianist. Both female characters also have the same initial on their birth name.

Both anime also have the same calm and dramatic feeling to it, although kiniro no corda is more in a harem style while shigatsu wa kimi no uso is more on the interaction between two people. 

report Recommended by CurePrism

Both these shows involve classical music and center around a music contest. 

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Toradora! addpermalink

The main romance plot is very similar between them. They may not share the same main plot (Music and Slice of Life/School) but secondary characteristics may apply. The alternance between comedy and drama is really similar, while the romance feels really heartwarming. There are a lot of similar events at the end of both, talking about them would be spoiling, but who liked one will probably like the other. 

report Recommended by Nickk

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-Both revolve around romance and the struggles of realizing how one truly feels
-Plenty of similar comedic antics
-Each has a few characters much likes ones from the other
-Personal discovery and growth is a huge theme in both series 

report Recommended by Mystifire

~Both are romances dealing with teenagers in school
~both are pretty good at foreshadowing, symbolism 

report Recommended by Krossover

if you love slice of life and romance you will LOVE these two series be prepared for major feels though, they will both hit you really hard. 

report Recommended by spiritsenpai1

They both centre around school with your main character - A Boy who only has a few close friends and is a bit of a nerd. And the main Female character - A blonde girl who acts like they hate the main character. The main Male Protagonists both have another main character living next door to them. Personally I preferred Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso (Your lie in April) because there was more of a tragic backstory where as in Toradora they do lots of interesting things but it's sorta like everyday like (but a bit more exciting). 

report Recommended by halima4572

Crazy love triangles (actually squares and shapes with more sides!) 

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Orange addpermalink

Both Orange and Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso are shoujo mangas that deal with the the juxtaposed concepts of mortality and carpe diem.  

The mangas contain a similar background in which the mother of the male protagonist passes away, leaving a mental scar for the character. With the help of friends and especially the female protagonist, he overcomes this loss. The secondary focus of the stories would be enjoying the time you have with your friends while you are alive. 

The dramas also focus on performing an specific activity to help get over the loss. In the case of Orange, the male protagonist finds solace in a relay race with his friends. In the case of the My Lie in April, the male protagonist find solace in performing music with his friend. 

However, neither stories would be truly called romance as their progressions and themes focus not on eventually falling in love with the other main character but also spending and enjoying the time they have together. 

Both will make you cry, albeit for different reasons, but in the end they are heartwarming stories about youth. read more

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These works try to overcome the weaknesses, even if by the actions of another person. Both have a girl who wants to help a boy with his repressed feelings, which are due to his mother, so he can feel good about himself and get happiness. In addition, you show real feelings, the inner struggle to achieve dreams, how friendship can overcome any barrier, that what we thought impossible to do, becomes only excuses not wanting to try. 

report Recommended by OtakuNote87

These to are the best to tear jerking anime's around and are a must watch even if you don't like romance anime's. 

report Recommended by Huskymonkey

Both of these animes convey beautiful messages about love, fear, and mental health issues. The animation in both Your Lie in April and in Orange is beautiful and helps to convey the overall messages using symbolism and beautiful scenery.  

report Recommended by phandvan

The themes and issues discussed in the anime are similar. 

report Recommended by ananimeweirdo

Want something similar but maybe not as sad? Orange's animation style as well as the established mood is quite similar to, but maybe a bit lighter than Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso. Both are bittersweet, highschool-romance stories. On top of Orange not evoking as strong emotional response as Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, it's also shorter (13ep rather than 22) so the feelings you'll experience are more manageable. A great diminuendo when having finished Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso. 

report Recommended by Arvidex

Clannad addpermalink

Both are tear-jerkers, but the characters in Shigatsu don't look like potatoes.  

report Recommended by Drew

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The protagonist has problems because of his relationship with his father / mother, but when you meet a girl with a disease, but a good heart, he is putting more color to your life. 

report Recommended by OtakuNote87

both are beautiful series with sad moments and tear jerking endings. Both series hold a lot of meaning in them and depending on what kind of person you are, these series can really touch your heart. There are really good life lessons that can actually be learned from both of these series. Both anime contain beautiful soundtracks and really good development for its characters, especially its main male characters. While Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso contains more humor than Clannad, it still does the job well of hitting you with feels. I must warn you that if you are one that hates slow pacing, then I highly suggest that you avoid both of these anime as both of them are rather slow paced. However in my opinion, that's the beauty of these two series and if you like the pacing of Clannad, then most likely you'll enjoy the pacing of Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso. Overall, both series deserve a chance and who knows, it could be life-changing for you. But then again, that's just my opinion. read more 

report Recommended by Dudera

Both anime have a great plot and pack-a-punch for the sadness. If you love the heck out of the Slice of Life genre then I highly recommend that you check out both Clannad and Your Lie in April also other animes that are on my list. 

report Recommended by Thunderdraker

Both very emotional works with heartrending music. 

report Recommended by Treima

The similarities are really obvious, so you don't need many hints for this: It's the same romance story but they aren't musicians, they are students. The story is just about making the main characters(Kousei-Shigatsu, Nagisa-Clannad) pursue their dreams and their passions. 

report Recommended by AlexYoS

Kimi no Na wa. addpermalink

Deeply moving, beautiful music. Both highlight the inner struggle and the influence of other people in understanding this struggle.  

report Recommended by Zerelada

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Fabulous OST first of all, but these are deserving of their high ratings. Both have a story that is very strong and interesting to follow, and by rewatching these you can see new things that you hadn't the first time. Both story's are incredibly well told with twists and turns, but the entire thing is covered in foreshadowing. Along with beautiful art style, I am really glad that they both receive credit for all of the amazing attributes of these anime 

report Recommended by Silver-King

although the story is completey different, but the way they apply the realistic feeling of human are the same and u could feel how the character was feeling. And also after finishing kimi no na wa/ shigatsuwa kimi no uso, will have the same feeling, the emotions keep roling in your head and heart.  

report Recommended by horobi

Both stories can tap into the feels of their audience like no one else by utilizing their art and background music to develop a an emotionally charged atmosphere. 

report Recommended by StudentOfTheGame

Both have amazing music and animation. Both of these anime are quite sad and might  make you cry. 

report Recommended by Finitty

Are you longing for the bittersweet, sad feeling you got from Kimi no Na wa? Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is a marathon of sadness compared to Kimi no Na wa's more perfectly tuned length. Their plots are quite different, but both are set around teenagers and their personal relationships. As a emotional fix, this is the perfect followup to Kimi no Na wa. 

report Recommended by Arvidex

Fuuka addpermalink

Both have the romance and passion for something. Inspiring and refreshing~~ 

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Hanbun no Tsuki ga Noboru Sora addpermalink

Prior to KimiUso, Hantsuki was an earlier anime that also dealt with the very similar theme of a boy falling in love with a girl who suffers from serious illness. Both shows handle the theme just as well. KimiUso is a longer show, as it also deals with a classical music themed story, the protagonist's backstory, a larger cast of characters, and a wider variety of settings, whereas Hantsuki is shorter, more straight-to-the-point, focused on the two leads' relationship and her illness (which it goes into more detail about), and is mostly set in a hospital. Both shows have a similarly sad mood (with occasional comedy along the way), though Hantsuki feels a bit more optimistic. read more 

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What are you willing to sacrifice for the one you love? Both anime emphasize the difficulty of spending most of your life in hospital for the two female MC's in both anime who suffer from serious illness. Love at first site, struggles of male MC's who suddenly find themselves in a situation where they might lose the ones they love and even tho Noboru Sora has only 6 episodes it will still leave you with a sense of fulfillment as any other 24 episodes long anime.
For those who like romance You will enjoy both anime so be sure to check them out. 

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Both are Romance anime with heavy dramatic tone and little to no comedy. Both deal with romance between a somewhat troubled guy and a girl with near terminal illness. Both of them also deal with issues like death and what it means to lose loved ones although through secondary characters in Hantsuki. While Shigatsu is based around music Hantsuki is based around hospital. 

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in two story, the female character is suffering from a serious illness. Hanbun no tsuki ga noboru sora is less impressive but there is only 6 episodes so it's normal. 

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female characters equally seriously sick and had surgery .. this anime has a very sad story and touching .. but Hanbun no Tsuki anime female characters succeed over and Happy ending: D .. 

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Byousoku 5 Centimeter addpermalink

Both anime capture the struggles between relationships and how humans interconnect from the past to the present, and the feelings that remain. 

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Koe no Katachi addpermalink

This recommendation isn't to say that you'll enjoy Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso if you liked Koe no Katachi, but if you liked Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, it's very likely you'll like Koe no Katachi. 

Describing why this is the case is difficult. Too difficult

In both this cases I recommend the sub, although the english dubs of both are also very well made. The issue is that the translations are too literal for Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso and too loose for Koe no Katachi.  

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Ballroom e Youkoso addpermalink

Both have a musical sport as its basis and delve into relationships (though Ballroom has an overall lighter and grounded tone.) They have a light dreamy palette and amazing art styles. Both also have a reputation of being put-off by general viewership due to its perceived subject matter (one about being a pianist and one about being a dancer.) 

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Nagi no Asukara addpermalink

Both are really emotional anime they make you smile and cry, every one fight for the one who loves . but there friendship always in the way of there love ..  

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Fukumenkei Noise addpermalink

Characters trying to reach people's heart with music, unfinished childhood stories, a melancholy caused by an apparently unrequited love that has a lot more to it and a great soundtrack with music that will hearten your soul.  

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Barakamon addpermalink

Both series are about a by-the-book artist opening up and becoming more creative.
In Barakamon, it's by moving to the countryside and meeting people there.
In Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, it's by meeting another artist. 

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Nana addpermalink

Both shows have love and music as their main theme. Shigatsu may seem more of the dramatic type and innocent love, Nana can be a bit darker and tragic. These two are homogeneous in terms of characters having a hit and miss in their love target but anyhow, things just somehow get refreshing and bittersweet 

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Bakuman. addpermalink

Both are Slice of Life - Romances with a dose of comedy and a huge helping of feels. While they have widely different story lines and styles they both have characters looking to be the best at what they do (piano/violin and manga) with all the bumps and bruises along the way. They aren't perfectly parallel, but that's what make it enjoyable to watch both of them. 

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Kiznaiver addpermalink

Both series have a romance/friendship centered story. Both protagonists have certain emotional or/and physical scars which prevent them from leading a normal high school life. They are both well writen, well directed, well animated masterpieces that certainly leave a mark when you are finished watching them. 

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Uchuu Kyoudai addpermalink

Mutta is a down on his luck guy that has lost touch with his childhood ambition: to be an astronaut. Arima is a guy who hasn't quite given up piano, but is stuck in his past. Both make a plethora of excuses, and are unable to move forward in life.

But, people appear who pull them along into their past dreams, and they begin to change in positive ways. For Mutta, it's his little brother Hibito. For Arima, it's Miyazono.

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Shokugeki no Souma addpermalink

Both shows are really good at showcasing their respective professions (cooking/music), and fully explore the highs and lows of being 100% dedicated to their craft.

Both shows feature a main character that is a master (or former master) of music/cooking, with a second character that is relatively weak/shy who grows tremendously by learning from the main character.

Through these characters, the shows explore just how cruel these professions can be, requiring the students to devote themselves for long hours over weeks, just for a chance at success. Notably, Shokugeki takes place in a school featuring the world's top culinary students, but only 1% of that group makes it past year 1. Students suffer through endless trials that are intentionally unfair, and judges are frustratingly harsh. With Your Lie in April, the main character suffers severe trauma as a result of the pressure from family and friends. Later, the main character is put in charge of tutoring a young student, who experiences similar bouts of agony in preparing for a performance.  A combination of peer/family pressure, sky-high expectations, rigorous school/training demands, and personal motivation pushes every student to sacrifice everything in order to just barely survive. read more 

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Ping Pong The Animation addpermalink

Bespectacled protagonist with an immense talent struggles to actually be able to use it. Two main characters must brave the gulf that has started in between them. Both protagonists are sympathetic and wonderfully designed. 

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NHK ni Youkoso! addpermalink

In a classic "boy meets girl", spring came to the protagonists who face mental problems which makes it difficult to fulfill their dreams, to receive help from a girl that will make you transcend himself. 

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Hachimitsu to Clover addpermalink

A tale of new friends, new memories, blossoming love and forgetting the past. Follow our main cast of characters as they grow into new people through the love of art - and - music. 

Both anime use music and insert songs to evict emotion as well as excellent monologues and dialogues between characters to create complex character relationships and bonds. Both shows have a love triangle(s), broken hearts, new discoveries and reaching for the future. 

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Full Moon wo Sagashite addpermalink

This show also stars someone who has a passion for music and wants to impress a specific person. But the main character here has a medical issue that prevents her from singing and is on her deathbed basically. She's granted two guardian angels to fulfill her dying wish. 

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Piano no Mori (TV) addpermalink

both these anime has piano in common and both the mc's are prodigy and its very interesting 

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3D Kanojo: Real Girl addpermalink

A similar plot where love blossoms between the MCs but time is the deterring factor.
Also, the MCs have slight resemblances. 

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Ano Natsu de Matteru addpermalink

- The friendship layout is strikingly similar. (Boy in glasses falls for a pretty girl he just met and his best friend for several years secretly likes him.)
- They actually have a lot of differences (Shigatsu deals with music while AnoNatsu deals with film making). 
- But in both series you get to see the concept of being "friendzoned" several times.
- The female romantic interest (Kaori in Shigatsu and Ichika in AnoNatsu) also leaves the main character alone, in her own way. 

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Isshuukan Friends. addpermalink

Both series focus on the bond between two friends mixed with the importance of facing obstacles head on. You can find a lot of similar themes with keeping tragic secrets and getting through emotional issues from the past.  

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Myself; Yourself addpermalink

If you love music and romance than this is your anime. They're both amazing in the fact that the music is good and the plot is amazing. If you love romance and school life than this is an anime you should watch. 

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Anime: HaruChika: Haruta to Chika wa Seishun suru

HaruChika: Haruta to Chika wa Seishun suru addpermalink

HaruChika and Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso both employ the soul of music in their respective series. Both anime depict the importance of friendship and how it can overcome the different problems and puzzles in life. The two main characters are both musically inclined in HaruChika and Shigatsu. If you want to comfort your feelings with soothing music, then you should watch these anime series.  

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Accel World addpermalink

Both protagonists face obstacles and depression that hinders them from their happiness and goals. They also have people who help them realize that they can achieve their goals. However, Accel World has way more action and fight scenes and Shitgatsu wa Kimi no Uso has way more emotional impacts. 

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Clione no Akari addpermalink

It's hard to compare them without giving out major spoiler, but Clione no Akari is Shigatsu's rip-off. 

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Akagami no Shirayuki-hime addpermalink

A little different but they do share some similarities. Inspiring love story, they both push each other to do better. 

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Kamisama no Memochou addpermalink

Boy meets girl in high school. Girl draws boy into her world. Boy faces obstacles and grows as a person. Life of girl in peril, making feelings for her more raw and desperate. 

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Anime: Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu: Sukeroku Futatabi-hen

Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu: Sukeroku Futatabi-hen addpermalink

They both have a lot of drama and a lot of passion about art. Art is an important and really intertaining part of both anime. 

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Beck addpermalink

Both are musical animes with great soundtracks and drama 

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Suzuka addpermalink

Both have bad Romance plots and annoying characters who often make poor decisions. 

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3-gatsu no Lion 2nd Season addpermalink

Both have deep explorations of the inner-workings of their characters, with a particular focus on what depression means for the characters and how they overcome it.  

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Mahoutsukai no Yome addpermalink

Both have the MC overcoming their grief of losing their mother
Both have the MC having fallen in love with the person that changes their life
Both have follows the archetypical storylines of characters having ups and downs 
Both have amazing sound tracks
Both have visual appealing arts
Conclusion: mahoutsukai emphasizes on the main character finding her self just as much as your lie in April. Tho your lie in April draws tears While Mahoutsukai is still awaiting a sequel that might draws you tears . It’s good to check them both out if you are in to slice of life.  

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Gamers! addpermalink

Both have main characters guys who aren't much until this one girl changes his life

Both main characters that have a passion that gets better thanks to the girl

I've seen only 1 ep Gamers! But it gives me your lie in april vibes
Oh and btw It's not THAT good as your lie in april it 's just very similar 

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Charlotte addpermalink

both have the similiar characters. kousei and otosaka as the main character who have a flat life, then both of them meet the cheerfull girls that changed them life(?). but the most tragic is shigatsu wa kimi no uso T_T 

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Area no Kishi addpermalink

Arima, Kousei stop playing piano because he can't hear and Aizawa, Kakeru stop playing also. 

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Hibike! Euphonium 2 addpermalink

It´s all about music isn´t it? Nope. In both anime you see some students finding their way through life, growing on mistakes and challenges, while fighting their painful past or future. If you want to watch an anime that left you heartbroken and swollen from crying, well then enjoy. 

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Air addpermalink

Great history and characters beautiful animation and ost, a masterpiece  

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Toki wo Kakeru Shoujo addpermalink

Put aside the music and time traveling, these anime have a lot in common actually.

- The MC's best friend has an interesting past
- Both about romance
- Something happens at the end (maybe)
- Both are very tear - jerking
- The background music is pretty good 

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Princess Tutu addpermalink

If you want more of the classical music that Shigatsu wa kimi no Uso had to offer you, Princess Tutu might be a good watch. The show isn't necessarily about the music, but all the music used in the background are all stellar classical pieces. As far as a magical girl anime goes, princess tutu isn't that concerned with being too cute, it is more about the cliche's you would find in fairy tales and ballets. 

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Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun addpermalink

The love story to each anime is so sad yet so sweet  

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Anime: Akagami no Shirayuki-hime 2nd Season

Akagami no Shirayuki-hime 2nd Season addpermalink

A little different but they do share some similarities. Inspiring love story, they both push each other to do better. 

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Natsume Yuujinchou addpermalink

Both anime have a calm atmosphere. They also have some moments that are funny. The openings are smooth and amazing. The main characters have a problem that prevents them from doing things (For Natsume, making friends and for Kousei, playing the piano). They both have a great cast of characters.  

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Fusha no Sha addpermalink

"Your Lie in April" / "Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso" and "To Shoot Without Shooting" / "Fusha no Sha" both involve a lead character who is exremely talented in the art they practice, which are playing the violin and archery respectively. 

These two characters are shown to be able to conjure an imaginary instrument with the capabilities of the actual item though their sheer resolve, whether for playing music or for sharpshooting. 

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Kiniro no Corda: Blue♪Sky addpermalink

So, while one may be more tragic and the other gives you the fuzzy warm feelings, both anime are centered around music and have a very cheerful heroine that tries their best.  

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Black Bullet addpermalink

"Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso" / "Your Lie in April" and "Black Bullet" both involve a young man teaching a little girl exciting new things and giving her precious experiences when their guardians are not present.

The protagonists Arima Kousei and Satomi Rentarou share the quality of deeply caring and trying to look out for a rather childish girl. They also seek to become better in the only thing they excel in and struggle to attain their dreams. Also, these two talented individuals share a tragic past that they use as motivation to empower themselves and allow them to be among the best.

Furthermore, the lead female characters are both ridden with health issues below their cheery surfaces. read more 

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Kuro no Sumika: Chronus addpermalink

"Kuro no Sumika: Chronus" and "Your Lie in April" / "Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso" each revolve around a unique secondary school student who has had bad experiences throughout his life. The death of someone close to him has been an issue that has traumatized the respective protagonists for years, in which both must overcome. 

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Ongaku Shoujo addpermalink

"Your Lie in April" / "Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso" and "Ongaku Shoujo" both centre around a very cheerful blonde girl attempting to convince the rather shy protagonist with a case of stage fright to continue to pursue music. As the two characters grow closer, the formerly troubled protagonist slowly comes out of his/her shell but becomes dependent on the new friend.

Also, in both anime, there involves a cat at the very beginning and melodrama at the end. 

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Harmonie addpermalink

"Your Lie in April" / "Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso" and "Harmonie" focus on an introverted boy in secondary school who has fell in love with an attractive and popular girl who already has a boyfriend. Furthermore, the male protagonist of both anime has talent in the field of music, and through unconventional means, it becomes a recurring motif that brings him closer together with his seemingly out of grasp love interest. 

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Free!: Eternal Summer addpermalink

Despite the content being inherently different (sports vs. music), the themes are actually quite similar. Competition, pressure to be perfect (especially in front of an audience), relationships between friends, and more are all common themes. Relating to one show means you will likely relate to the other. 

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Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica addpermalink

So Madoka Magica and KimiUso belong to two very different genres. One is full of action and written by someone with a hard-on for dark themes and the other writer  is quite possibly the next regular on the Feels Train.

However, where have we heard this before?

A bubbly and lighthearted exterior masking a deeper, darker undertone. Only Madoka Magica embraces it from the very beginning while KimiUso hints and teases us of it until it strikes you at the right time.

But that's not the only similarity. The protagonists need to come to terms with making a life-changing decision while either the world around them or other people discourage/encourage them to pull the trigger. In their worlds, one person enters their lives and disrupts the balance of it only to accept them in the end. 

You won't see action in KimiUso, but both shows have a fair amount of drama if you're into that kind of thing. Both also go into brief moments of despair where we see the true nature of the situation expose itself. But in both shows, no matter what theme it was written for or the direction things ultimately took, it can also be said that they both have redefined their respective genres as classics to be remembered for years to come. read more

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Kokoro ga Sakebitagatterunda. addpermalink

Similar MCs have painful past and try to overcome themselves

Both stories portray complicated romantic relationships between characters

Both stories focused on music performance 

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Bokura ga Ita addpermalink

They both have a slice of life.
Tearful scenes ,heartwarming scenes.
Strong female lead.
Just a great romance that's meant to be seen .
I recommend the manga for both of these too.
What ever happens read it until the end. 

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Cross Game addpermalink

What can i say.. dispite of having different main theme sports vs music, i kept thinking what anime first comes to my mind when i was watching Kimi no Uso.
And surprisingly, i think it's Cross Game. 

They kind of give off similar feel, both Slice of life with some sad touches, and those sad touches make both anime more beautiful, more meaningful. 

Also both are about finding your first true love, and finding and reaching your goals . In my opinion they are both so nice. And well, maybe as a sidenote, there is some baseball on both :) 

Both great anime for watching, especially if you are looking for slice of life anime. 
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Piano addpermalink

Music and romance anime. Both series deal with a piano player who lost their way. Unable to play the piano. But thanks to their friends/sensei, they were able to play again. Classical music can be heard in both series.  

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Ore Monogatari!! addpermalink

While Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is more focused on music and drama and Ore Monogatari!! is a cute and light romance comedy, I feel the relationships between the characters are really similar in the two series.
We have a main character who is not self-confident at all, and suddenly gets involved with a girl who he immediately falls in love with. However, because of their lack on self-confidence, they think that the girl has a crush on the main character's best friend, who is the popular handsome and cool boy.

Other than that, Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso and Ore Monogatari!! are really different, but if you like romance you should check both of them out, because they are beautifully done! read more 

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Hyouka addpermalink

Both have a similar fashion of a lead male character with a rather dreary, boring life...spiced up by meeting a girl with an upbeat personality that helps change their world views.

It also appears the romantic sub-plots are going to work in a similar fashion as well. 

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So Ra No Wo To addpermalink

Both shows have a theme of music and the motivational and emotional powers that it can unleash, though Sound of the Sky comes at it from a more relaxed, less dramatic angle 

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ef: A Tale of Melodies. addpermalink

-Both have musicians who quit/want to quit playing
-Both have a girl who inspires to keep on
-Both have ill violinists
-Character that has been physically abused by guardian
-Both have a character who has to deal with the death of a loved one
-Both have exquisite "scenery porn"
-Both have characters who must confront past ordeals and move on
-Drama/Slice of life/Romance
ef: a Tale of Melodies deals with older more adultish characters and is more dark, while Your Lie in April deals with middle schoolers and is more upbeat but still just as dramatic. 

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Neon Genesis Evangelion addpermalink

both features a 14 years old protagonist who lost their mother and poeple force him to do something which is out of reach 

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Hanasaku Iroha addpermalink

Both shows have a similar feel to them, and the characters in both shows have similar relationships.  

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K-On! addpermalink

If you ever liked music, or musical anime drives you.. OR MUSIC FEELS is what you are looking for.. then I think K-ON delivers these feels the same way ShiUso did.. Both anime have music as catalyst for enjoyment even tho they have different stories. It's just, I have both their tracks in my playlist all the time. 

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Hotarubi no Mori e addpermalink

Tears, tears, tears, and more tears.

Both have ethereal and bittersweet romance,
Although settings are a bit different, one is school and a TV show, thus more time to develop, while hotarubi is a movie, but trust me, a beautifully worded and animated one.
Not for people who want happy ever afters, although tragedies can also be beautiful in their own ways. 

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Nisekoi addpermalink

If you love the relationship between Chitoge and Raku, and how they have their little stubborn but loving moments together, then watch Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso.

They're both really loving stories that you'll enjoy. (Keep in mind that Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is full of feels and may break your heart) 

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Sukitte Ii na yo. addpermalink

All I can say is that Sukitte will compliment the feelings that Shigatsu will bring to the table. Sukitte will mend your heart, I promise you. 

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Ao Haru Ride addpermalink

-Character Driven
-Similar Characters
-Happy Feel with some Heavy Symbolism
-THE FEELS ARE REAL IN BOTH OF THESE 

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The iDOLM@STER addpermalink

They both, while executing it in very different ways, use the pretense of music for deep character development. They also have a similar style of comedy, although in comparison, The iDOLM@STER is a bit toned down. Also they give compelling stories that use music as a catalyst to give these characters meaning. 

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Chihayafuru 2 addpermalink

Shigatsu wa kimi no uso its similar to Chihayafuru not for his story, because both are very different, are similar for the personality of the main characters in the two animes. The main characters in both animes are constantly fighting to achieve his own dreams, in Chiyahayafuru and Shigatsu they fight for overcome obstacles and overcome their fears. Also, in the two animes we have the feeling of fresh youth and the passion of the main characters to fulfill their own dreams. In Chihayafuru the love of traditional Karuta game and in Shigatsu the love for classical music. 

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Tsuki no Sango addpermalink

Compared to an OVA and a TV show, well I could say that.
An anime between Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso with Tsuki no Sango is that there is good storyline, it gives you this taste of wanting to know more. Both of them are based in a novel and both share the good taste of Chopin.
 

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Agitated Screams of Maggots addpermalink

Both of these anime contain tragedy and music as a central theme. Agitated Screams of Maggots is noticeably darker in contrast to the light hearted Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, but they're both cut from the same cloth. Both are simply a must watch for music connoisseurs!  

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Tari Tari addpermalink

Similarities 
- are about music and school

-main character who plays piano cant play piano with the exact same reason(which I wont say to avoid spoiler) but they will eventually play again because of pushy friends that encouraged them

Differences 
-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso got tagged as drama and romance while Tari Tari is slice of life

-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso atmosphere,art and funny moments are amazing while Tari Tari looks a bit rushed and the characters should have been given more depth

-Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso is focused on classical instrumental play while Tari Tari is on singing

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Anime: Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows

Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows addpermalink

They both deal with many of the same themes; maturing, independence, parental relationships, and continuing through life's struggles; a classical soundtrack is used to great effect in both, so feels will be abound because of it. As well as the obvious sharing a black cat who is a pivotal part to both the story and main character.  

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Clannad Movie addpermalink

Girls who appear in front of a guy with problems, with dreams of revive a drama club and other passion for music, even if they seem happy and fighters, but kept a great weakness, one illness. 

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