Kaiba

Both series feature a main character that travels from place to place, learning more about that place and the people in it along the way. Instead of being a main component of the plot, the protagonists instead act as eyes through which the viewer can observe the stories of other characters. 

Both are abstract animes which are extremely thought provoking, and the art style of kaiba is vaguely similar to that of Kino no Tabi. 

Psychological and sociological journey through distopian worlds/countries. Settings are bit different, we got steampunk in Kino's and surrealistic cyberpunk in Kaiba. Despite childish characters, series are made for adults. 

Two atmospheric shows that use compelling settings and soundtracks to keep the viewer absorbed.  

These anime share similar emotional undertones. Both portray the darkness of human nature through youthful animation and storytelling; although Kaiba's art is much more peculiar. 

stoic traveller protagonist, frank portrayal of world and behavior 

Very atmospheric series obout a travelling protagonist that meets various characters and mixes in their fate. Both series are highly packed with philosophical themes. 

These anime both make you think a lot. The protagonists come into different strange areas/ planets where they face very human problems. Watching the animes gives you the chance to go on a journey with the protagonists and maybe see new aspects of human nature. Also (at least for me) both animes are rather hard to get into in the beginning. 

The main character travels aimlessly between various microcosmic societies, each with its own culture and flaws. They end up learning about the struggles of the people of the places that they visit, often caused by the oppression of the societies in which they live. This format allows both anime to be quite non-linear and episodic, but Kaiba is more plot-driven than Kino. 

- A boy with lost memories travelling to the unknown - "Cutesy" artstyle veiling a story that can, at times, have surprisingly very mature and even dark moments/ideas - Stunning OST - Short series that won't leave you bored - Both have moments that may have you shedding tears - Both are beautiful Differences in points: Kaiba has an overall heavier feel and is darker/more conceptual, with a simplistic albeit unique take on artstyle and limited tracks. Futuristic atmosphere. Made in Abyss has an overall light-hearted adventure feel with occasional dark moments, with an illustrative artstyle and a larger variety of tracks. Fantastical atmosphere. Kaiba deals with the idea of transferring memories, while Made in Abyss deals with the world of the Abyss. read more 

Both have cute art and characters that are juxtaposed with unsettling dark themes and psychological horror. Both have similar themes about memory loss and trying to reclaim the truth of the world that they live in. Kaiba lost his memories and wants them back and goes on a journey. Reg lost his memories and wants them back, Riko goes on a journey with him. 

-both are adventurous -both feature a main character with no memories -nice visuals, chibi character designs and Ghibli-esque background art in Made in Abyss, cartoony everything in Kaiba -generally well looking, but for completely different reasons -both look childish at a first glance, but in reality are completely messed up 

At times the world feels so grand and so lonely. I love those animes. 

- Both have cute art styles yet have a dark story. - both include a male lead with no memories and somehow the female lead is involved -Chibi characters, with unique supernatural settings, amazing art -Both of the stories revolves around exploring the world  

Behind the cute artistic style, whether it's with the abyss of MiA or the universe of Kaiba, we discover a violent, dark, disturbing reality, which allows to explore mature and human themes. With beautiful visuals and a breathtaking soundtrack, the 2 series make us think about ourselves and our society, through a unique storytelling that immerses us in their universe, alongside complex and human characters. We find in both the atmosphere of a world so big where we find ourselves so tiny and alone, the worldbuilding is fantastic and the anime is very emotional at times. 

( This is for the second season of mia}Both features a young MCs presumably of a similar age exploring a fantastical society with strange creatures, traditions and customs 

Same director, therefore both anime have a similar atmosphere, character-design, art style, set of characters, plot etc... Those series are pretty much alike. 

The series are from the same director and studio. One has to get used to their unique art style and they are both very emotional, tragic and dramatic. 

Same weird Art Style and Story as Kaiba, but Kaiba has more complete story and mystery. 

From the surface, both series adapts a very strange of presenting its artistic backgrounds for the characters and setting. As strange as it is, both series has an insightful way of presenting its story. Kaiba and Kemonozume also has the same director and studio. These two series requires patience and has more depth than the typical anime series of the industry. They also have a colorful cast of variant characters. There is also a sense of surrealism presented in the shows. Although it may come to take some time to understand what is going on, I'm recommending both series for its presentation and delivery.  

Kemonozume was created by the same director as Kaiba (Masaaki Yuasa). So, the art is very similar. These shows also flaunt that very specific brand of off-the-wall style you can expect from Yuasa. My opniom is that Kaiba is a better series, but Kemonozume is not bad.  

It's done by the same person.Though the content is very different, they both share similar overall themes, I don't wanna spoil it for anyone so I won't say. If you liked one you'll definitely like the other, trust me. 

same memory loss problem,although animation style is very weird(kinda childish) but believe me its pretty much has serious story. the main chharacter Warp lost its memory like vincent and on the journey to find his memories realize that he has a very important position . 

Both main characters went through amnesia which led them to a journey of self discovery and growth. Very similar premise and dystopian world, though for Kaiba it seemed a little bit rushed. 

These shows, while visually quite different, have a lot of similar messages to them. The stories are also quite comparable, about characters that are forced from their home only to learn greater truths about the world and about themselves. I won't say more due to spoilers, but the main characters both go through similar journeys of self-discovery. Their worlds are gritty, cruel, and have a facade of a Utopian heaven. Breaking down the rules of the world and getting to know it's dirty underbelly is a great ride in both.  

I mean, if I told you why it'd be a spoiler, there's just a lot of parallels in the climaxes. I guess I can say they're both the ultimate amnesia TV shows. 

Had a deja vu moment with these two. First time i felt the urge to make a recommendation. Very similar main characters, plot, themes and ending, although at first glance they seem completely different in terms of visual presentation and aesthetics. 

Weird as fuck story telling style. You are going to have to do some work on figuring out what this is all about. Presents philosophical ideas by showing rather than telling, and as such is really confusing. 

Evangelion's heavy influence on Kaiba is quite clear, particularly towards the end. These anime both combine heavy doses of symbolism and surrealist imagery with an emotionally moving, saddening storyline that can sometimes mask the positive and uplifting message that each show ultimately attempts to deliver. They both appear to be childish at first glance, but each one is incredibly mature and only for adult eyes. If you enjoyed one, you are almost certain to enjoy the other. 

Both these series were made to be experienced rather than watched and critiqued. Although they both feature vague plot elements and sporadic character development the main appeal comes from just sitting back and enjoying ride. 

Semiotic subversion of a common sci-fi genre; distinct and leaves you lost in thought once it ends. Interestingly enough, Kaiba's themes on identity and human interaction are the antithesis and direct response to NGE's stance on the matter. 

Are you currently searching for a short series or two to add to your elitist collection to use for evidence of your obviously superior taste, or for a more modest individual, to make you question what makes you human? Look no further! Neon Genesis Evangelion is essential to the collection of any self-proclaimed elitist who's worth his/her salt, but Kaiba is the thing that truly will distinguish you as a true elitist amongst the phonies who's only 10s are Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood and Death Note. Both of these fine shows have a lot in common, and really force you to think about your own life and values, and how you think of other people. Both have the idea of individuality as a pivotal theme integrated tightly into the plot, and both of them have somewhat open ended conclusions that leave a few unanswered questions to the viewers to find the answer to for themselves. Both of these shows define themselves from the crowd, especially Kaiba, and these are both shows that every anime viewer should see at least once, to hopefully expand their taste and perception of the world around them. read more 

Kaiba attempts to create an overarching world, analogous to Evangelion, but the slice-of-life elements are mostly what elevates it to the interest of psychology, at a more quintessential level, than the interpersonal. 

Both follow a traveler, both have a particular atmosphere, and an original design. 

Cat Soup and Kaiba both have a surreal, whimsical quality to their story, characters and animation. Their worlds are both wildly imaginative and fantastic, but a solid realization of the characters and their circumstances keep them grounded and engaging. 

Made from the same director Masaaki Yuasa, these are both filled symbolism and philosophy but have different approaches to it. Kaiba is to memories as Cat Soup is to souls and destiny. Production values are excellent. 

Both share surreal visual themes, and both convey mature ideas using a simple art style reminiscent of children's cartoons. Further, Masaaki Yuasa was a significant creative contributor on both works. 

Both are sci-fi animes with a philosophical approach in a post-apocaliptical world, centered on the evolution of the main characters. 

Both are highly mature stories disguised by a highly experimental animation style. 

- space travelling - surreal worlds - beautiful weird artstyle - protagonists lose their memories 

Protagonists with lost memory. Space travelling. Surreal worlds. Nice unusual animation 

There's only one recommendation for Serial Experiments Lain here, and I think it deserves more. Because Kaiba seems to me to be a the idea of playing with memories and identity from SEL taken and played with in Kaiba. SEL is theory, Kaiba are the experiments according to the theory. Also, both anime tackle the issue of loneliness. Kaiba also adds a layer of emotional investement. Though this doesn't have to mean Kaiba is "SEL and more", I actually prefer SEL myself. 

Both shows explore human connection, consciousness and memory in relation to identity and what comprises a human being, though with slightly different approaches. Both include a heavy dose of symbolism and social commentary, masterful characterization and give off a similar vibe. Even though they're complex and layered, both shows present a human story as genuine as possible. Kaiba focuses more on world exploration and Lain more at philosophy and both have many different layers to them, but both are executed masterfully. If you liked one, you'll most probably like the other too. 

Both Anime are about children who want to discover their true identities (Lain Iwakura and Kaiba). Both main characters are extremely powerful, but do not realize it by the beginning of the Anime. Both Anime focus on heavy themes such as religion, power and memories. Both Anime have a cool cyberpunk world that grabs the viewer in. Both of these Anime are very convoluted and do not hold the viewer's hand at all.  

Both explore the concept of being there without being there. As well, both series have many things that are not fully explained and would require multiple viewings to understand all of it. While the art style of the two are vastly different (SEL has a more traditional style) and Kaiba has more dialogue, if you liked one of these two, you should try the other. 

I think its two things here They both share this atmosphere of an eternal world, or just the vastness and unknowing. Ambient On top of that the use of colors, while in Sonny boy it's the black, but in future episodes they use stunning amounts of neons, in Kaiba they use all sorts of colors to display the strange and unknowns planets all across the galaxy.  

Both have unique and vibrant animation styles. They also both have a majority of their episodes follow the same format (tell a story of a new character living in a weird world with it somehow minorly relating to the MC and their journey)  

I find that both of these works have a surrealist and very fluid animation style, and the form of story telling, to me, is quite similar in many ways. Both made and are actively making me think deeply on life which is always a plus 

Similar things: - Main character lost his memories and have a invulnerable body. - People have an artifitial bodies. - There is a battle for the throne of the world. 

Both are self-contained. Questions what existence means: existential thought. Plot-wise Kaiba is more unconventional, while the pacing in Casshern Sins is relatively linear.  

Both shows feature an amnesiac main character discovering a world that has been severely damaged. Along the way, he'll meet different inhabitants of this world affected in some way by the tragedy that occured. Both shows are episodic, at least in the first episodes, with each episode focusing on the mc's encounter with new characters. Each little story will give a new insight to the world but also how everyone tries to cope with the situation. In both shows, the characters are very eccentric but also feel very real and human, it is very easy to create an emotional connection with them which leads for each episode to end on a very emotional note. Both shows also focus a lot on the philosophical and psychological aspect and spends a lot of time exploring the human mind. They are also both very atmospheric and rely a lot on the music. There are a few other similarities but I can't explain them without spoiling but if you loved one of those two shows, you'll certainly love the other as well !  read more 

> Both main protagonist set off in a journey and faces many perils with the help of their respective partner. > While the main characters are usually mute they can speak to some degree; Boji being born voiceless and deaf let's out indistinctive sounds but can be understood with sign language whilst Kaiba having amnesia remains mostly silent despite being able to speak. > Even though the art style seems childish in nature they both narrate themes directed towards a mature audience. 

The visual style of both shows are similar, and both share children being the protagonist. They also deal with mature themes and plot points which seem to be aimed at older audiences, despite the playful art style. 

Both shows share a similar visual style. Character designs feel like they're inspired by Osamu Tezuka (Astro Boy), which gives it a kiddy feel, and the animation is very fluid. But make no mistake, these shows both deal with heavy themes and are probably aimed at more mature audiences. Kaiba is more bizarre and filled with symbols, while Ousama Ranking has a more conventional story, but it's still quite mature. Both are probably masterpieces 

- Themes of identity and immortality - Unique but disparate art/animation - Seemingly alien, yet relatable characters - Set in the future - Worldbuilding 

Explores the relation among personality, identity, and memory. 

These series are quite different but also more similar than you may think. Phosphophyllite, the youngest of the gems, beings who lose their memories when parts of them break off, searches for a purpose in life and loses themself along the way. - Kaiba, a man in a universe where memories are stored in capsules that can be changed or altered easily, has lost his memories and travels across planets gradually recovering the memories of who he once was. Both of these series cover the topic of how memories make up the structure of what someone is. I recommend both of these masterpieces.  

Both anime venture off from the typical storylines, and give the viewer something unique (something that is becoming increasingly rare in the anime world). If you feel like you are seeing the same types of anime over and over again, and they are getting stale perhaps this is would be worth the watch. Both anime's are rather well made and if you are unsure of what to watch you might want to give Kaiba a shot.  

They are mostly episodic, with stories about the locals that somehow tangle the main character in. Nice visuals, casting and presentation, with a message at its core.  

Similar story about a romance from the past and a guy trying to get revenge. Both are very mysterious and keep you guessing. 

Both have unique artistic styles that are beautiful to look at. Though they have very different stories they share similar themes like love and revenge. Both are definitely beautiful, touching, and engrossing anime. 

Very similar and unconventional art style. Both series heavily conceal important information from the viewer as a technique to give a feeling of uncertainty throughout the series. Both have an episodic format, although Kaiba abandons this after the first half of the series. Finally each of these anime is very good, very deep, and surprisingly touching. 

Although there are few similarities between these two in terms of story or genre (Mononoke is horror/demons while Kaiba is sci-fi), their animation and art style are very unique and top-notch. If you are looking for great stories paired with great visuals, these two are for you. 

Although there are little similarities between these two in terms of story or genre (Kaiba is sci-fi while The Tatami Galaxy is comedy), their animation and art style are very unique and top-notch. If you are looking for great stories paired with great visuals, these two are for you. 

Kaiba is the science fiction to Tatami Galaxy's romance. 

Same Director, animation style and the plot is just as fucked but this one's in S P A C E 

Experimental animation with crude critic on society 

Ghost in the Shell and Kaiba both are ambitious in scope. Kaiba most notably for the art. Both take similar approaches at world-building; they contain an epic and realistic setting. Both GITS and Kaiba are slower paced and philosophical. Both contain existentialist thinking.  

* The animation with the "cyborg" world is really similar to Kaiba *Both animations have a cartoon/ childish look to it, but focus on very dark themes *Both address dark themes about not wanting to be controlled by someone *Both focus on what makes you human as well  

Heavily character-driven plots with various cast with different motives and brilliantly executed character developement and plot twists that will change your views on the characters that you had up until certain moments. Both are set in sort of distopian world. 

Both shows have a sci-fi setting with an existential theme and tone. Even though Kaiba isn't a slice-of-life it still has a Iyashikei tone with healing aspects to it. The contrast between the helplessness of the world, with the hope that the characters have for the future, creates a sad as well as uplifting feeling. Both have a very unique art style and world that I haven't really seen in other anime, or manga. They each create a feeling of melancholy, in their own ways, that is extenuated by the soundtracks and use of colour. Each show are somewhat episodic, as well as use the narrative device distortion of time, to create a subtle yet compelling narrative. read more 

both are very colorful, experimental and stylish sci-fi adventure shows; though Kaiba is more out-there and artsy, while Dandy is a bit more conventional with a focus on comedy the director of Kaiba also worked on an episode from Dandy S2 

Both shows use Teletubby styled character designs to contrast their dark, gritty and mature fantasy story for a cognitive dissonance effect. 

Drama about main character finding their self (also literally in Kaiba), encountering other people and their story also unveils. Both directed by the same director and both have easthetically pleasing experimental animation and artstyle. While the story itself might be different, if you enjoyed one of those you should certainly give the other one a try. 

Creative, artistic, surreal series where the main characters travels to a completely unique world in almost every episode. 

protagonists travel the galaxy and visit many different planets. some episodes of space dandy feature very similar art styles to kaiba, along with similar stories. both are incredible  

Yuasa Masaaki's 'Happy machine' segment on Genius party has the same sort of art style that he used in Kaiba.  

Hard sci-fi setting that involves converting memories into technology. Mix of episodic in-world conflicts and one overall arc.