Very similar animes. Tsuki ga Kirei could be seen as a version of Just Because! in middle school. Besides having the same atmosphere, the romance type is very close to the one observed in Just Because!. They seem very realistic and not sometimes overly comic and silly.
The pace is very comfortable where there is no redundancies that'll make the story boring. It captures the viewer from the start until the end. The innocence of the characters in Tsuki ga is very notable. Probably its what it makes better than Just Because! where they are older.
Calm, nice and very cozy school romance dramas.
Tsuki ga Kirei feels like Just Because! but with a younger cast. Similar colors, lighting, and mood. It focuses more on a single couple, whereas Just Because! focuses on more of a love pentagon. But are believable and fun to watch. Similar music in both as well.
- Both are original works
- Both set on 3rd year students environment, though different grade
- Both have semi-realistic school romance
- Both have cute and pleasant vibes
- Both are quite slow paced, tsukigakirei is slower
- Both show anxiety, loneliness regarding graduation moment
- Both will remind you of your past school days
Both anime give a pleasant vibe...while watching the ep 1 i felt this gonna be as good as tsuki ga kirei ...no ...more than it the school..drama..romance..these are similar.
both tsuki and because talk about a group of characters and the development of their love life. Tsuki as a slower pace and we only follow a single couple (althought both have a love triangle)
Both are slice of life and are set in high school (both in the last year of high school)
Similar school atmosphere along with proper romance that both does not stall until the last few episodes before developing relationships.
Just Because! has a greater sense of realism compared to Tsuki ga Kirei's lighter atmosphere, but both converge towards the same audience and both have a rather heartwarming story for romance, school and slice of life fans.
To simply put it: TSUKI GA KIREI SEASON 2! just watched the first episode and I couldn't stop getting those Tsuki ga Kirei vibes. The characters seem somehow similar and the art is almost identical and it's both a calm and nice beautiful school romance story :)
Both are about school life and romance, but in a soft and realistic way, what makes the animes pleasant to watch. The pace is slow, so it's possible to know and feel like the characters.
The second original romance anime of this year, with central theme of using LINE (like the Japanese version of Whatsapp or Wechat mobile social networks). Up till now, Tsuki ga Kirei has better execution and character development in my opinion, but Just Because is more if not too dramatic in comparison.
It is funny how both animes gave me the same déjà vus of the mistakes and events that happened when I started dating my first girlfriend. What I love the most about these animes, and why I specifically recommend this anime over others is because of the LINE live messages that the characters send each other, a reminder touch of how attentive we were to her/his messages.
These two anime are definitely similar in many ways. However, Tsuki ga Kirei has a much more fulfilling ending as compared to Just Because.
Im very conflicted in deciding which one was better. The endings of these two anime gave me a bittersweet feeling and left me longing for more.
(Rated both 9/10)
"Just Because!" is like "Tsuki ga Kirei", except with older characters (high school) and with a bit more of a focus on the whole main friend group instead of just the main couple.
Oh, and also another great difference is that "Just Because!" doesn't have terrible random CGI scenes like "Tsuki ga Kirei". That should be enough of a reason to give it a try!
If you like true love anime, then Just Because would suit you =)))) I mean.... last year of school, romantic, etc Both anime is kind of like the same. I pretty like them
Both Tsuki ga Kirei and Just Because adapt school romance in a really cute and I would say a realistic way, considering how school romance works in Japan.
The two started when the girl and the boy slowly fell with each other but when the time came when they have to choose their school, (the difference is Tsuki ga kirei was during their Middle School while Just Because! was during their highschool) they did everything to be with the person they love, in the end, it's a happy ending
I support the Just Because! recommendation to an extent I guess. It obviously follows the trend of a more grounded/realistic relationship, this time with a slightly bigger cast of characters that the story follows versus the main two. What's kinda holding back this immediate recommendation is that there's a very different style of pacing between the two, and I think if you're watching for a more grounded romance then Just Because! is definitely for you, but if you're looking for that pacing that is found in Tsukigakirei then you probably wouldn't enjoy Just Because! all too much.
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Lots and lots of it, the entire plot essentially revolves around it. Having it primarily developed and depicted all but with a cellphone to tell.
But despite that, both series are honestly excellent, giving the relaxing vibes even if it highly depends on its dramatic aspects while being realistic at most. Additionally, speaking of drama, the said aspect is properly established wherein it doesn't feel forced nor illogical. As I said, it feels realistic, and I am glad I've watched these two. Give it a try and you might like it as well.
both about school life, both about applying to different schools for the future, both deal with love relationships, and both have some drama and that wholesome feeling.
Just Because can be seen as the highschool equivalent of Tsuki ga Kirei.
Both these shows are really realistic and relatable and will have you constantly reminding yourself of your days in middle school or high school.
The anxiety and awkwardness is more evident in Tsuki ga Kirei, but is still present in Just Because.
Both of these revolve around school relationships and romances, and both do include love triangles.
The use of LINE is much more apparent in Tsuki ga Kirei, than in Just Because, but LINE still plays a crucial part.
Both are very wholesome love stories that you can relax just by the atmosphere. Characters are so pure and innocent. Both are mostly happy stories. Colors used in just because is more melancholic, which i like but tsuki ga kirei has much more better art style.
These animes both shown romance in natural and realistic way that depicts on how feelings conveyed to each other. With no source material adapted, both are most debated original romance animes way back in 2017.
The atmosphere of these two anime are very similar. So calm and quite. The characters are not over the top and are realistic. In terms of story, even though Tsukigakirei is superior, Just Because have a more complicated relationships. Tsukigakirei shows a more innocent and wholesome middle school romance while Just Because shows the chaotic relationships in High School.
- Both have similar type of MC.
- Both have love triangles
- Both have heartbreaks
- Both about school life
- Both have great characters and story.
- Both are slice-of-life
Love pentagons galore. In all seriousness, these are two very enjoyable romance stories. Lots of drama and emotions, but it all feels believable and easy to get invested in. Nagi Asu's drama stems from the characters being so young that they don't really know how to properly express themselves. As they grow, they come to understand themselves more. Just Because! has more of it's drama from the fact that the characters are about to graduate and have lots of uncertainty about their futures. Both have similar moods (though Nagi Asu obviously has a fantasy element to it as well). I personally think all of the characters in both are very well-written. It's rare to watch a show and like every single character; not one that annoyed me or felt out of place. Super good lighting in both as well. If you want character drama and romance, these two are loaded with it. Also they both have great soundtracks, though Nagi Asu takes the cake for the best one.read more
Both of the shows have the same love pentagon going on which give them a very similar vibe. The only key difference is the pacing, the environment, and the supernatural twist of Nagi no Asukara.
Who would you choose? Someone you like or someone that likes you?
What does it feel for someone you like for them to like someone else?
What would you do if your best friend loves the person you like?
Don't know the answer?
Well, if you want to know the answer, then give these two series a try.
The premise is about a group of friends, who started as a friend then became as lovers. However, there is a twist, two or more persons like the same person, and that's where the conflict starts. If you want to know what happens next, then I highly recommend for you to watch these. The two do not follow the generic format, don't feel cliche, and somewhat feels realistic at most, as these are by far one of the best romance series I've watched so far.read more
There are some similarities felt between the two, but that might be because the writer or the Seishun Buta Yarou LN series also did the script for Just Because!
Both shows delve into the personal intricacies of romance and interpersonal relationships at the high school age range and have a rather cynical lead character. Just Because has a stronger focus on the romance aspect while Oregairu has a more subtle approach. However, Oregairu also covers other social dynamics and digs deeper into its characters.
These have basically the same premise. A love pentagon/triangle featuring an eternally bored-looking protagonist. (Hachiman and Eita are very similar in attitude, though Eita is much more laid-back about it all.) They both have plenty of drama and character building, though I would argue that if we take future seasons of Yahari Ore into account, Just Because! has better characters. Still, if you enjoy the premise of one you will likely enjoy it in the other.
Very similar moods between these two. Slightly awkward characters trying to figure out their romantic feelings as well as their place in the world. Irozuku focuses much less on the romance (though it is still there to some degree) and more on deeper rooted emotional problems. Just Because! focuses more on post-high school worries and uncertainty of the future. They both have really good lighting and music.
-Beautiful art
-Themes of (seemingly) unrequited love
-Fairly melancholy and slow-paced
-Character-centric
-Entertaining supporting casts
-Good balance of cheerful and depressing moments
Same case, same scenario
But with a difference in the concepts used
A story that revolves around students developing a relationship with each other, either in a romantic way or as a friend. As for the said difference, "Just Because!" is a slice of life that focuses more on the romantic aspects, while "Irozuku: The World in Colors" emphasizes the discovery of oneself while dealing with fantasy concepts.
The flow of the story, the way the characters are built, the amazing soundtracks of both, the settings, but mostly the way they make you feel so calm, heart warmed.
Similar triangle love story around MC (not including additional ship), similar character personality, same serious (and rather gloomy) atmosphere with occasional humor
just because is far better regardless whose couple you ship because the execution is that good, better character and more enjoyable episodes too
Same atmosphere and tone in both shows. Common between both series is also the light use of music, no over-the-top drama, and a focus on creating realistic (but convoluted) character drama.
They both have the same atmosphere, And they share the relationship of two people who haven't seen each other for a long time and try not to fall in love
"Sing Yesterday To Me" is the series you will get if you take concepts from "Just Because!", reduce the amount of character, make adults think like a high schooler, and make the pacing much slower while still retaining its somewhat of a realistic aspect. For me, the primary similarity they have is that both can provide the same emotion. Presenting a concept in a melodramatic fashion that can really bring in the "feels."
I was sobbing like a baby from both of these, finest romance drama in the game... Both contain love love triangles, & intense intimidating drama regarding it. Our main protagonists are a little dense in both, causing drama to get out of hand.
In both there was loves chaos between characters. Same theme, both animes' music is sad and gives almost similar vibes. If you like True tears and interest in drama and romance genre anime then you should watch Just because
I felt a similar vibe on both shows. Both have very light stories - not too serious, not too complicated, not too romantic. Some may find these shows boring but I must say that they are both realistic in depicting real life high school romance.
Both have a really similar atmosphere even tho I consider Just Because much better in every detail.
Both have various relationships.
Both have a really slow pacing.
Just Because has an overall better draw and animation, so if you watched Konbini Kareshi and you liked it, you should be ok with this one.
If you watched Just Because first, you should watch KK only if you... I don't know it is not that good, but that doesn't mean they are not pretty similar series.
We follow a group of characters and their high school / love life. Coming of age if you must. Althought Just because is a little more "mature" if you must and develops rather quickly while Kombini takes a year to all characters talk about their feelings.
Small spoilers - One have a love triangle but the other does not and it's more straightforward
Both shows focus on a MC returning to a town he left years ago and he returns and reunites with his old friends only to find out things aren't the same as before
Both feature end of high school romance with a large cast of likable characters. Kids on the Slope is very rooted in it's time period, but both have a very similar feel. Kids on the Slope is a bit more "fun" and "upbeat" though, given the fact that jazz is a huge part of it. Good romance and coming of age stories that are easy to get invested in.
Both of these anime have an unbelievably large amount of similarities, I was very surprised this wasn't on the recommended list already so I went out of my way to make a myanimelist account to do so. I don't want to get too too much into detail but I will say both anime revolve around similar friendships, romance, conflicts, and of course it's a drama/romance/school anime as well.
I really can't prove how similar these are without spoiling it for a potential viewer so if you did like "Just Because!" or "Sakamichi no Apollon" please give this anime a chance! After watching both of these you will truly understand what I mean.read more
High School Life. Honest-to-goodness high school life with friends, transfer students and a healthy dose of not-so-straightforward romance mixed in. If this is your cup of tea, then by all means go for either show. Orange does have a little bit of a sci-fi setting (and a good deal more drama because of it), while Just Because has a perfectly normal setting.
Lots of drama between a similar cast of characters. There's lots you could compare about each friend group. If you enjoyed the group dynamic of Just Because!, and want to see it in a bit more of a (very slightly) supernatural premise, Orange is a good pick. There are massive plot-holes in the main story of Orange, but if you can overlook that and enjoy it for what it is, it is very comparable to Just Because!. The script/dialogue in both are also very good. Sometimes they have similar directing styles too, with good uses of framing and repeated shots.
I would argue that these are two of the most believable love stories in anime. The stories themselves aren't perfect, plenty of drama and uncertainty, but that's what makes them feel human. They are enjoyable to watch and it's easy to get invested in the characters. Good dynamics between the pairings.
You Don't have to watch Tamako Market to appreciate Tamako Love Story but it does add more character development and insight!
Both Just because and Tamako Love Story are easy to watch with happy endings imo. Both are fairly mature in their depictions of love and don't focus too much on over the top drama and love triangles.
"Just Because!" reminds me of "Kiznaiver" despite it lacking the sci-fi aspect.
The romantic character dynamics are complicated but in a good way. The two can genuinely bring in the excitement as each scene unfolds; this is due to the fact that it introduces a fresh concept, an idea where two (or more) persons love the same person. As for my opinion, both are entertaining to watch, although it might be boring in some parts it is satisfying nonetheless. Haven't watched anything like these in a while, and I am glad I gave it a chance.
While i dont like this anime because of the animation and bleak story. It bears similarity with tada kun in terms of being non harem, shonen. Ive seen a lot of people give it a 10 and maybe this is the way to go for those who liked those particular elements of tada kun
If you like School and Romance anime, this might be one of your options.
Overall, they are pretty similar, although if you prefer Comedy then Horimiya is better, but if you like Drama, Just Because! would do it. The drawing in each series are very good, too.
Plot wise, both have a very good story.
Trains, childhood crush, moving to a distance place and losing touch, suffering by unrequited love, "web dating" - there's a lot in common between Just Because! and Byousoku 5 Centimeter. You can expect a (much) happier mood in Just Because!
In both shows, the relationship between the main couple is quite simple but serious in a sense that each individual has his/her own personal issues that they had to resolve first before they became true to their feelings for each other. In both anime, you will surely watch all the episodes because the most awaited part (in every romance anime) happens on the last episode.
If you took the graduation part of K-On!! and stretched it out to a full series, added a love pentagon and a bit more drama, and took away the guitars, you would have Just Because!. Well, that might be a stretch, but the moods are certainly similar. K-On!! is much more comical, but when it's time for the emotions to hit they both do it wonderfully. Good group dynamics in both.
Very similar animes. Within the recomendations, Just Because! is probably the one with closer similarities. Besides having the same atmosphere, the romance type is very close to the one observed in Koi to Uso. They seem very realistic and not sometimes overly comic and silly.
Both tell a story about the struggles of teenage romance where sometimes one does not know who really likes.
The pace is very comfortable where there is no redundancies that'll make the story boring. It captures the viewer from the start until the end.
Calm, nice and very cozy school romance dramas.
Minus the gaming element in the story which is more than apparent in High Score Girl, the relationship between its characters feels oddly similar. Love triangles are not a rare sight in anime but how it develops its characters, these 2 anime series have it the same way.
Tanaka-kun wa Itsumo Kedaruge and Just Because! both take place in a school setting, and they have several layers of inter-character relations built up throughout. While Just Because goes for a dramatic story, Tanaka-kun goes more for the comedic element. The male protagonist pairs are somewhat similar in terms of personality, though that's where their similarities end.
Similar main character, less romance focus but the tension is still there. High school setting comedy with a story based on mystery solving. If you identify with Eita in this show you'll like Hyouka.
