Clannad: After Story

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

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

Both will make you cry with their tales of love and loss. With the help of a supernatural force, the characters learn to cope with their grief and accept the fate of their situations. 

report Recommended by Mauru23

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I have a feeling that Ano Hana is like Clannad in the making. Maybe the atmosphere they give off? Anyway, both are awesome (so far Ano Hana is doing good). Quite the drama too. And yeah, both have deaths in it.  

report Recommended by CommanderOfDeath

Both stories involve strong romance and friendship. They'll rip out your heart, throw it against the wall, and step on it without giving you the chance to grab the box of tissues. And it will probably do it several times. If you like one, you'll like the other. Just be sure to have the box of tissues ready beforehand.  

report Recommended by Anlaemar

When watching Ano Hana, it gave off the same atmosphere as After Story. They both involve a group of friends and love between two that ends tragically. There is a lot of drama in both and they will also make you cry. Ano Hana was the only anime too make me cry since I watched After Story, and that was a couple years ago. They are both amazing shows that will captivate you to want more because you finished them in a day. 

report Recommended by Big_Tony44

Both of these anime unlocked the gate to my eternal manly feels. If you love a good old masculine cry, then these two anime are similar in that aspect. I suggest you do not watch Clannad: After Story before watching Clannad, so if you want a small one-night feels anime, watch Ano Hana. Both of these anime intentionally make the audience cry. If you bottle up your feels, you may find trouble enjoying either of these.  

report Recommended by DiLiNiTi

Dramatic plot development that feature friendship, family, using a small bit of supernatural plot device. You will undoubtedly encounter some intense catharsis along the way of watch both.  

report Recommended by bunny1ov3r

Lemme get one thing straight. Clannad After Story and AnoHana (abbreviation) will make you cry your little anime-loving eyes out just by how good story is.

Now here are some examples why they are similar:

1. Drama
 Lots and lots of DRAMA. Yup.

2. The Atomosphere
 You have a kinda heavy atomosphere that gets light hearted at some points.

3. Friends 
 Friends are not as close as they are after an event.
 

report Recommended by radwayxp

They're both deal with some type of loss and the struggles that come with it. Anohana will definitely have an impact on you mentally and physically, that is if you do start bawling.  Also, the concept of strengthening their bonds  with one another is definitely there. Oh, but I  personally believe that anohana  gives a bigger impact than  clannad. 

report Recommended by xsabx

Well first of all, they both made me really sad and teary ;~;.
They both involve death, and love. They also have a triangle relationship between the main character, his lover, and his childhood friend. (Sorry, not really accurate! Trying to not give spoilers). 
They both have fantastic artwork. 
They are both rated 10/10 in my personal anime list!
If you enjoyed Clannad I'm sure you'd love AnoHana.  

report Recommended by Sense00

For me, at least, the only downside to Clannad: After Story was that is did indeed have to come to an end, leaving a void that simply could not be filled by lighter-hearted fair. Anohana was the show that broke the Post-Clannad void for me. I can sincerely recommend both shows for anyone with the desire to cry literal buckets of tears (unless your heart is a brick). 

report Recommended by Tatterdemalion

Though this story is rather different from Clannad. It has the same level of emotion. I'd say it's like as if someone where to condense Clannd into 11 episodes, it would give you Anohana. It's basically a story about Friendship, rather than Romance, which, I feel touches a wider audience, and the backlash of losing something (or someone -spoliers-) who you hold dear. After watching Clannad, and you feel like finding an anime to fill in that void, look no further, because Anohana, WE FOUND YOU! 

report Recommended by Oshou

both stories about friendship and relationships that will have you tearing up. 

report Recommended by mylesperhour

Both anime have a very strong sense of drama, and both stories feature an exceptional power to hit the viewer in the feelings. They can make you laugh, smile, and cry - as you find yourself to be in an emotional rollercoaster. 

You will probably cry watching both shows. 

report Recommended by Furbylicious

good anime about life, friendship, and love.
focused on one male lead charter who helps his female lead character.
both anime has a great set of supporting cast of friends to help the lead charters develop, while they themselves develop in the process. 

report Recommended by ignominy15

If you feel a empty place in your heart after Clannad After Story and you're looking to fill that place with an anime that will gave you the same feeling then I can only think of one anime that's on the same level: Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae wo Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai. Even if at first they give a different impression, both series explore similar themes like family, friendship, loss and forgiveness and they're more related that you'd think. 

report Recommended by Mannoh

Same feels and void to both anime. Impeccable character development to a very 'human' cast. In both series the protagonist is a generally unhappy person, whether its because he has lost someone, or he is generally unhappy with his life. Finally, they both have supernatural elements, which influences the story. 

report Recommended by Intelos

Both are tearjerkers.

Both are tragic love stories full loss. Supernatural forces are involved as the main character struggles to deal with the pain. 

Both shows are absolute masterpieces, Clannad is longer and has more development whereas Anohana is short but doesn't fail to make you cry. If you like one, you will love the other. 

report Recommended by kyle8998

Both shows will hit you at an emotional level. I'd recommend Clannad to anyone, but I can only recommend Anohana if you have a very high tolerance for overdone melodrama. If you like your drama to have a sense of reality and elegance instead of having the show shove obnoxious and unjustified crying down your throat, then I would not recommend it. If you just want to turn your brain off and enjoy good animation, amazing music (especially the ending theme like oh my god it's so good), and formulaic tugs at your heart strings, then I highly recommend Anohana. 

report Recommended by nykentaro

Both have emotional stories and while at first, they both have unrelatable characters turn out to be really good and highly memorable. Both will have tear-jerking moments. This may be a controversial comment, but I cried more for Anohana, and unlike the Clannad series where you have to go through 44 episodes, Anohana only takes 11, so it is at least worth the watch. 

report Recommended by LaughinOtaku

-Both are really emotional
-Will hit you in the feels
-Satisfying ending 

report Recommended by Psychedelios

if you are looking for a anime that will make you cry both of these are perfect for you. 

report Recommended by otakuphoebe

How did your Tears Taste? Good? Want to try some more? You do? Watch this one :3. 

report Recommended by Qorky

These are two relaxing slice of life with fantasy & reincarnate. 

report Recommended by AhmadKanime

Clannad: After Story and Anohana are both very emotional anime's.  They are both in the genre of slice of life.  The characters in each deal with happiness, confusion and loss.  They can be very exciting and happy at times and at other times it is extremely sad.   There is death in each anime where the other characters have to learn how to deal with their deaths.  They go through Denial, Anger, Depression, and Acceptance.  I believe that these anime's are very similar and if you liked one of these you should try watching the other.  They are both very good anime's. read more 

report Recommended by smileehaley

Both shows show off massive loss, probably made a lot of people who watched it cry as well as featuring great developed characters and good relationships.....Did I mention the potential crying? 

report Recommended by RychesShadows

Both focus on the hardships of the main characters, and both are slices-of-life that will play with your feelings.  

report Recommended by Flarzy

If Clannad: After Story had you in tears like me and you're looking for something else to crush your feelings look no further than AnoHana. A memorable tale of friendship and romance that vividly highlights the struggles of getting over the death of a childhood friend, and how it can affect the lives of everyone they knew. Very touching and twice as beautiful if you can relate to the feeling of loosing a close friend... 

report Recommended by Bagelman102

Both of these series will make you cry like a baby that is really all you need to know. If you need a anime to fill the void from Clannad watch this. You wont be disappointed. 

report Recommended by DocCgill

If you want to sweat through the eyes kkkkk, these animes is what you are looking for. Beautiful, exciting stories that tinker with your emotional. 

report Recommended by Luh_meneses

They both have two of the best dramas stories ever made, in my opinion; I would certainly recommend these two excellent works !! 

report Recommended by Helivelton100

This series really make you crying especially ending
Have supernatural genre 

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Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso 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

Both MC's deal with trauma from their past until one day a girl comes into their lives and seemingly changes them for the better. There's heavily relatable characters whom have to struggle with overcoming their grief. Lastly, both series are just incredibly sad and probably will leave you a mess. 

report Recommended by Jus1294

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 

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Angel Beats! addpermalink

All characters in both series have some tragic past, accident  or something tragic will during the series  to them
 

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They are both set where the characters are in a highschool. Both are funny heartwarming and tear-jerking. The storyline with both drags you in and you cannot stop watching untill the last seconds of the last episode. They are also both made by Key, who are well known for their amazing anime. If you loved Clannad and Clannad: After story, you will love Angel Beats. Now go watch, Laugh and cry. 

report Recommended by acidpanthers

Both of these anime are from the same anime company and both have a similar feel (mix of comedy and serious elements). They also share a powerful theme that is incredibly touching :) 

report Recommended by gate-gate

The ending more or less gave me the almost same bitter sweet ending. Its one of those animes in which you kinda dont wish it to end but it kinda has to. Yes, it made me tear up, try it! 

report Recommended by BloodyRage

Both visual novels are made by the company visual art's/key.
Audience would love every character in both animes through the incredible back stories.
Both contain extremely emotional tear jerking scenes as well as well-placed humor.
Both animes contain the motif of love across dimensions. 

report Recommended by bunny1ov3r

Made by the same person. Sadness, awesomeness, friends, action, all you need. 

report Recommended by VVBlastFuryVV

This story is originally wrote by the same guy. If you liked clannad you like this. The story is a little hard to get your head around at first but if you pull through the first couple episodes you will see the same comedy and ideals that were in clannad in angel beats! The story will touch you just as clannad did and even make you think about your own life.  You may not cry as much but there are some pretty sad events here too 

report Recommended by budaki

Angel Beats! and Clannad, both have the nice Slice of Life and fantasy mix in them, obviously Angel Beats! has a lot less slice of life, but those back story for the main characters is amazing. It is a lot like Clannad as they both have the depressing factor in them, The only real difference is Angel Beats! is not so romance/drama based. I highly recommend both, now go watch em' 

report Recommended by redninga19

First of all, Clannad: After Story and Angel Beats! are both made by the same studios: Key. With that in mind, much of the art work, story, music and characters will have the same sort of emotional feel to them. People who enjoyed Clannad will definitely love Angel Beats! and vise versa. While there are many similarities, none are exactly easy to spot in the beginning. There is a significant time skip between the making of Clannad and Angel Beats! for the art to have changed. Both create an emotional setting that cannot be ignored.  

report Recommended by Elucidor

These two series have same writer and can both invoke a whole mix of emotions. Both also have awesome OSTs. Angel Beats has really solid character development, and I was interested in all of the characters' stories. After Story did however lack a little and that will probably get me some flack, but I'll explain. In Clannad, they had AMAZING character development where you really got to know all the characters. But in After Story, it's just like "See ya everyone! Time to focus on Nagisa and Tomoya!" I really didn't care for that because Sunohara, Kyou, Tomoyo were all really well-done characters. What I didn't really understand was why waste the time of making the viewers interested in the other characters, only to pretty much just cut them out in After Story. read more 

report Recommended by Supson

They both are verry sad and they are made with a lot of heart.
Clannad made me look on life in a different way.
Angel beats is the same. It also made me look on life in a other angle.
Watch theese to animes if you like sad stories who has a lot of work behind it!
one last thing.
Be prepared to cry
//Sam 

report Recommended by Endjui

Similar characters
Both contain melancholic atmospheres
Both hint towards the supernatural 

report Recommended by Aerial_Assasain

This story is originally written by the same guy . If you liked Clannad you will probably like this. The story is a little hard to get to your head at first but if you pull through the first couple episodes you will see the same comedy and ideals that were in clannad in angel beats! The story will touch you just as clannad did and even make you think about your own life.
 

report Recommended by -Alians-

Both anime are made by Key, and will pull at your heart strings. Both anime have wonderful soundtracks and endings, and will leave you with tears in your eyes. 

report Recommended by slucini

Both series makes you cry even if you dont want it
 

report Recommended by TCBfergie

Both are tear-jerkers. If you are into anime such as Drama, Romance, or Slice of Life, this is for you. 

report Recommended by LelouchForPres

While this gets more mysterious, it is still similar to the first season. It feels more "melodic" than its predecessor and is a fantastic addition to the first season. I laughed sometimes, not as often as in the first season.

Again, it is similar in charisma, character style and the fun factor is high. 

report Recommended by lukii

If you want to cry more after Clannad, you should watch Angel Beats because both anime have a lot of sadness an funny moments. And also have good ending for both anime. 

report Recommended by RaidDavid18

-Both are very emotional
-Both deal with characters that have had something taken from them or with some sort of tragic backstory
-Both have hilarious comedy
-Both have a rare combination of the genres 'slice of life' and 'fantasy'
 

report Recommended by thelectricow

Both are dramas, romance, and sad. Both have compelling stories and great character development. 

report Recommended by STROKEMEFASTR

Both have comedy reliefs between the drama (if they didn't have this, I would make suicide) but the drama in the two is so big that it's imposible to not feel sad. The two made good reflectings about life and how harsh it can be.

Characters in both are lovable, and the most important is that their suffering is yours. 

report Recommended by SuzuMine-chan

Eveyone, close your eyes. Now, imagine that you have just died. As you slowly open your eyes, you see a place. What would that place look like? Where would you be? Is it . . . the after-life?!

This is exactly what happens to Otonashi Yuzuru, the main protagonist of Angel Beats. But, he finds himself walking in a rather common place—a school! Strangely enough, it's a school where the students are battling an angel who's trying to put them all to rest.

Thinking with a jumbled-up mind, this place really be confused with the place known as the after-life. What's with the weird souls (students) and the infamous angel? And, is there any reason for the battle? All of these questions shall soon be answered in Angel Beats!

Mind you, even with the lighthearted theme and the much-anticipated funny scenes, you might just find your tears falling down as you dig in deeper into the plot. read more

report Recommended by NabilAl-Muhammad

Want another dose of sadness then this is one of the best shots, with a very good story progression. I can't say much more about this than watching Clannad then After Story, kinda speechless of how good this anime is. 

report Recommended by masterpreenz

Both shows contain a spectacular drama, charismatic characters, a very entertaining plot, and a very beautiful ending. 

report Recommended by ShadowMv

If you watch will make you cry
And in the end have supernatural spice 

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Itazura na Kiss addpermalink

Both stories are about the joys and pain of falling in love throughout their lives from high school to marriage. The concept of family is realistically strong from both of them & characters will face the trials of hardships and sadness. Though this is more lighthearted. 

report Recommended by IchiroEX

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Both involves adult, marriage life of the male and female characters, with the exception of how the plot flows. 

report Recommended by Nobita-chan

both anime talks about life after School/Marriage, the obstacles they face .. 

report Recommended by LoveSong

I'm most definitely NOT comparing Itazura na Kiss to the legendary Clannad series. It is a sin to do so.

But the story is somewhat similar. Both high school students get married, and their 'after marriage' story is shown. Both husband and wife face perils and soon have a baby. The plot is somewhat similar, but Clannad is much, MUCH more than just a simple plot. It's a world of extreme emotion, dedication, love and bonds. It's a sad world.
Compared to it, Itazura can be laughed off. Itazura is not a serious series unlike Clannad. 

Those who've watched Itazura but not Clannad...see the magnanamous difference between the two series with a similar plot, and get a box of tissues ready as well.
Those who've watched Clannad already...well, Itazura's a good joke. read more 

report Recommended by k0k0

They both show the life of the couple not only in school, but also after it: in University, at work, at home. Different steps which are made by the characters in their life: graduation, marrige, baby-birth, quarrelins and problems of family life.

Amazing story, great art.  

report Recommended by Hongo_Yui

Rarely do you see what actually happens after, boy gets girl, or girl gets boy!
Well in both shows you get to see what happens after boy and girl becomes a couple!
Both the shows is about maturing, and growing up! All the obstacles and hardship of not only their relationship but LIFE itself! The strong bond the couples have in these two animes are also a huge similarity! 

report Recommended by 50-Yen

Both deal more with adults than with whiny 16 year old harem kids. 

report Recommended by robfoster

The feeling and the romance is the same. It also is the type of romance that doesn't stop after they get together, they also show the; dating, the hardships and the marriage. The only difference is that Clannad After Story is more tragic romance and Itazura Na Kiss is comedy romance. But still both were amazing animes, I recommend any of these two animes if you love romance. 

report Recommended by ChiiSuu

What, there is life after high school?  After love? After Marriage?  Even after Kids?!!!  Who comes up with this stuff.  

Though the feeling of these two series is different, they both share the honor of having plots deeper than simple romance.  Also they both have a balance between comedy and drama.   

report Recommended by indi135

It goes past just school life and into there adult life's which must other romance anime don't. It also has similair events which happen in Itazura na Kiss which also happens in clannad after story. 

report Recommended by loveclannad

I will almost never compare any anime to Clannad:After Story but Itazura na kiss is an exemption. Both series brake the cliche in romance and show what life is about. After Story is of course the superior out of the 2, it's more serious drama, and while Itazura na Kiss has its share of drama is more of a comedic-type anime. 

report Recommended by GenuineAnime

Both series have great romance with marriage and childbirth.
Also very good stories. 

report Recommended by Mikenzb

These shows are similar in the sense that they show the couples before and after marriage. However, Clannad After Story is on a completely different Level then Itazura na Kiss. Clannad is much more serious and deep compared Itazura na kiss. Secondly Nagisa in many ways reminds me of Kotoko. They both have a lot of tenacity and determination even in the face of almost certain failure. Although the shows aren't very similar I would still make the recommendation since they cover the after marriage side of a relationship. 

report Recommended by nitso

Both feature a romantic relationship and it's challenges beyond marriage. While clannad digs deeper in tragedy, drawing you in to the characters slowly and finally they throw you into lava only to pull you back out again. Itazura No Kiss takes a different approach, focusing more on the developement of each character as a person. Both are slice of life while clannad features a bit of a fantasyish twist. 

At the end having watched both anime I can pretty much say-
Itazura na kiss is a bit more light hearted, and brings out a kind of warm hearty laugh. Don't get me wrong it can be harsh as the female mc has it rough. There were times that I wished that I could go in there and beat the mc with a baseball bat. Not because he's dense but because he isn't honest with himself, to the point were you wonder how the female mc puts up with it.(I personally feel amazed at her inhuman patience) However in the end because of that you will let out a warm hearted laugh all the more.
Clannad AS on the other hand is going to rip you're heart out of you're chest, make you cry(Might wanna leave the windows open to let the water out) and then fix you up making the world right again.(That scar will still be there though for the most part) One thing I need to mention is that to get the most out of both anime you need to watch the entire thing through and through. Don't get off the emotional rolercoaster even if you feel it's to much. Especially Clannad AS. From my experience people will drop Clannad AS when it hit's the peak and let me tell you if you don't get to the end of the ride you will feel all that much worse. read more 

report Recommended by tickleberries

If you think Clannad: After Story is too emotional for you, but love the story, then watch Itazura na Kiss. While there are a lot of anime that revolve around the relationship between 2 people or even explore the relationship, these are the only 2 anime I've ever seen take a simple relationship so far. The big difference is that Itazura na Kiss is incredibly light hearted. 

report Recommended by Azur3Phoenix

if ur looking for anime which covers school life, career, family must watch this two animes, very well written and fun to watch. 

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Little Busters!: Refrain addpermalink

As a fellow *KEY anime*. Same Authors, Similar situations but different Endings. I really recommend all those who watched Little Busters Refrain to watch Clannad After story (Although I recommend the the opposite direction with percaution: don't get angry while watching Refrain!)

Also, both shows need tissues.
They are recommended for all the family, especially teens and post teens. 

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As you've probably already heard. Little Busters! ~Refrain~ is basically the "After Story" to the main story. 

"Key" - the visual novel studio that created Clannad also created Little busters, Jun Maeda who also wrote after story wrote refrain. Did I mention that Maeda admitted that Refrain is the pinnacle of his work, and that he won't ever top it?

If you cried during after story, you will be reminded of that pain while watching refrain. 

report Recommended by Funya-Usagi

As a fellow *KEY anime*. Same Authors, Similar situations but different Endings. I really recommend all those who watched Little Busters Refrain to watch Clannad After story (Although I recommend the the opposite direction with percaution: don't get angry while watching Refrain!)

Also, both shows need tissues.
They are recommended for all the family, especially teens and post teens. 

report Recommended by Lex-kun

Clannad: After Story and Little Busters!: Refrain are both the sequels anime adaptations of Visual Novels written by Key
They both focus on the "true" or "main" arc of the story, which essentially ties together the story and gives importance to the previous story arcs, and does a great job of giving development to the main cast after their more lighthearted and comedic prequels.

Each of them are more dramatic than their previous seasons, have more romance, and are primarily written by Jun Maeda.
They each have traditional themes from Key, and these sequels solidify the themes developed throughout the entire story in the form of a climactic experience. Any fan of one story should give the other a chance.
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report Recommended by Vladz0r

Both are sequels to Key adaptations and (while I don't know how the story of Refrain will go yet) they are generally accepted as much better than their prequels. Both series have a mix of comedy and drama though After Story gets much heavier on the drama aspects. Clannad has a large emphasis on "family" in a similar way that Little Busters has a large emphasis on "friends." 

report Recommended by Asfaria

Little Busters: Refrain is the sequel to Little Busters, like After Story is the sequel to Clannad. They're both pretty great and better sequels that complete the story in an emotional and climactic way! 

report Recommended by keyissaikou

Another visual novel by Key, almost as tear-jerking with somewhat different style and theme. They are always compared by people who watch both. Still, the knowledge from first season of LB! is needed.  

report Recommended by ssdcgaddq

-Both are a very dramatic storys
-Both have a unexpected conclusion
-Both are a comedy/school at first season and turn into drama/romance at final season 

report Recommended by josecoco25

Both started as a funny slice of life, but ended as a serious drama that will rip your heart into million pieces. 

report Recommended by Ever2014

These two are so simiilar. A sequel which outclasses the previous season and both have romance. It now turns into bonds and relationships. Not to mention they're the only two anime from KEY which made me cry. They create a strong and confusing plot which then gets connection every episode until you later on understand everything. They're mostly about solving personal problems which hold huge purpose. What makes these so great is how you can relate to these problems. These take a huge step into a great supernatural anime which is perfectly done. They deal with life, death and other conflicts. Recommend both without any problems. read more 

report Recommended by -Alians-

This is probably one of the most similar anime I've seen. Following their prequels, these two seasons both turn realistic, darker and gain more depth. They both have some tiny supernatural elements and the endings leave you with the same type of feeling. They make you cry and they make you laugh. Be sure to watch the prequels. Apart from that, definitely worth a watch! 

report Recommended by Croeb

Really like how Clannad ended? Well you'll like Little Busters!: Refrain, too! The previous seasons for both held some questions and were relatively uneventful, but it all leads to a surprising turn of events in the end. At first I thought that these animes had the same creator, but then I got lazy and didn't research it. All in all, they both relatively have the same feeling through their plot phases.  

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Kanon (2006) addpermalink

If you like Clannad, you definitely have to watch Kanon, since it's the predecessor and a true masterpiece.

It's similar in many ways, but it can score with great characters, great comedy, cuteness, tear breaking drama, overflowing happiness and some really really fantastic and intelligent story arcs.

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School life, slice of life anime based on a visual novel. Male protagonist gets to know the backgrounds and histories of several girls at his school in successive arcs (the only way that an anime based on a visual novel can be done). Helps them through their problems, and deals with his own in the process. 

report Recommended by shaldengeki

Both series are very touching. Storylines are a really masterpiece.  Some comedy and some drama makes that shows really enjoyable. Both Clannad~After Story~ and Kanon 2006 have brilliant music and art, also in characters behaviour we can notice a lot of similarities. 

report Recommended by Asan

Both of these animes brought Happiness, Sadness, Anger and Hope successfully to the audience, both with relatable characters and true to life scenarios (Kanon's a little more supernatural though) 

report Recommended by Emberred

If you've seen Kanon you know what to expect with Clannad Afterstory and vice versa.  Neither of these series are afraid to sacrifice main characters.  Both of them have multiple, ongoing story arcs and both of them are quite sad stories until the last few episodes.  Afterstory is much more similar to Kanon than Clannad the original series was mainly because Afterstory had much less of a focus on comedy and more on the drama that unfolded after the first series was over. 

report Recommended by yuki2nagato

If you liked Clannad, you will also appreciate Kanon which is also produced by Keys. Both animes are similar in animation style, music, character design and a nice emotional story.
The lead male characters in both animes are of similar type, they go out of their way to see the smiles of others (especially people closes to them). So if you liked all he orinal aspect of Clannad you will definitely love Kanon (2006). 

report Recommended by Invensible1

sadness and the out of nowhere endings(which I will not spoil!l) are very similar.these are two of my favorite anime and they are made by the same people :) I would also recommend Air. 

report Recommended by FlipWhatTheZip

If you like Clannad, you definitely have to watch Kanon, since it's the predecessor and a true masterpiece.

It's similar in many ways, but it can score with great characters, great comedy, cuteness, tear breaking drama, overflowing happiness and some really really fantastic and intelligent story arcs.

report Recommended by Lex-kun

First of all, both of these titles were done by KyoAni, have heart-warming, and breaking moments, and can truly change your outlook on life. After I finished watching Afterstory, it almost felt like I didn't know what to do with myself. I wanted more, even though I knew it was over, I couldn't help but feel sad at the fact that there was no more to watch. But Kanon is the perfect solution to this problem, because it is probably the closest thing to Clannad that can be found, and is even considered better by some people, maybe even you. Really though, if you've recently finished Afterstory and are feeling somewhat empty, then get on this show, it is far too good to miss. read more 

report Recommended by GuyLee

Both originally created by Key, known for it's illustrious 0_0 animation designs . Both have somewhat of a familiar Harem setting, romance, school life, and a final touch of the unexpected supernatural element, that makes them very similar . A fluctuation of tears of joy, and tears of grief with mind-blowing endings in both of them .   

report Recommended by Silent_Vizard

If you cried watching it, this will probably make you cry as well!
Both are amazing and I recommend watching them both! 

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Usagi Drop addpermalink

Though this theme is alot more central to Usagi Drop, the second season of Clannad is very focused around family, and most particularly, parenthood. The protagonists in both shows have to balance their tough working lives with their family lives. The presentation of the two is a little different however, as After Story contains alot more drama in comparison to the slice of life pacing of Usagi Drop.  

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- Family.
- Responsibility.
- Coming to terms with taking care of a child.
- Heartwarming.
- Slice-of-life, comedy, drama.
- Good parent/guardian.
- Adorable daughter. 

report Recommended by DraconisMarch

While Clannad After Story is not entirely about raising a child, it does spend a significant amount of time developing its adolescent character. If you liked the parent concept in After Story then you will enjoy Usagi Drop as the entire show is about what it's like to be a parent. Both anime display great emotions that will make you both happy and sad throughout the journey. 

report Recommended by Dashiawia

Anime that tell a story about how a single 20-30-year-old man raise a very young child alone. Both stories take audience through the hard yet satisfying trip known as parenthood. 

report Recommended by bunny1ov3r

Usagi Drop is also about a single guardian raising a child, and it has a similar feel to it. The stories are both heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time. 

report Recommended by lavender_cello

Both focus on the challenges it takes as a single parent to become a blissful family after tragedy of some type, though Clannad 2nd season can be grim and not for the light hearted. Clannad 2nd season's main focus is more drama and romance for the beginning majority as well. Although both do have very enjoyable prevailing slice of life theme too. Excellent voice acting for both series. 

report Recommended by vasili101

If you can't get enough of the cuteness of raising a little girl, you should definitely watch the other. In both series, a single father starts to raise a cute girl around 5 years old. Both fathers go through significant character development after taking on their new roles. The challenges and emotions of this are portrayed heavily.

Be warned though, Clannad: After Story has a lot more drama and tragedy. Usagi Drop is a happy walk in the part by comparison. 

report Recommended by AvatarSama

This anime has some of the same the father-daughter cuteness going for it. 

The main characters both learn and grow a lot from the beginning to the end of both shows. 

Once you, personally, have finished both of these shows, you feel as if you know more about yourself and what you value most in life.  :) 

report Recommended by Borchery

Both have as main theme the importance of family, especially the parenthood. How both shows portray the way of the main characters of fighting to grow up a child is superb in their own way, while Clannad: After Story is extremely dramatic and a truly masterpiece, in contrast with the kind slice of life pacing of Usagi Drop.
Remember to watch Clannad first. 

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Byousoku 5 Centimeter addpermalink

Although at the beginning of CLANNAD ~After Story~, it starts off as mostly a comedy, it gets much more deeper. They both have the same pain of losing the person you love, have the same feelings and emotions. To be honest, Tomoya reminded me of Takaki in the way they dealed with everything. They also both have absolutely beautiful backgrounds, although 5 cm Per Second's was a bit more detailed. and the last thing, they both make you want to cry. 

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Both tell a very sad and tender love story, and how the complexities realistic life throws at you affects those relationships. 

report Recommended by NoMercy

if you like the beauty, reality and saddness of life like 5 Centimeters, Clannad ~After Story~ will be truely wonderful. (It's best if you watch the Clannad first, but not necessary) 

report Recommended by xMrFlipFlop

Two lifelike series full of drama, watching them will make your eye on life more clear. The creators show us the ordeals anyone could have experienced or will experience: first love, disenchantment of one's life, death of one's dear people. I like these series for their  kindness and warmth. If you happen to watch them, i suggest you start with "5cm" to enter "C:AS" in appropriate mood; after having a small depression ravine when you finish the first one you should feel clarification at the end of the second. Also,  you'll have the possibility of enjoying two top notch drawing animes in a row. read more 

report Recommended by lotrus28

Those searching for a bitersweet romance need not look further than these two animes. Both feature amazing animation, a superb soundtrack, and characters that will make your heart melt. Both can easily be considered among the best romance anime of all time. 

report Recommended by Sabeeh

If you enjoyed Clannad: After Story, then you'll enjoy Byousoku 5 Centimeter's similar heart-crushing (but still somehow beautiful) story that doesn't offer anything to make you feel better afterward.  Both shows leave the viewer with that heavy, bitter "Why did it have to turn out this way; I desperately wish I could go back and do it over" feeling.

Be sure you have ice cream on hand. 

report Recommended by Aurumai

Both start of with a boy like girl setting, then it takes a turn for the worse. 

(You might face slight depression after completion of either of these series.) 

report Recommended by Cerberus-Kun

Both are heartbreaking, tragic yet sentimental masterpieces of modern anime romance. Both are eccentric and innovative in their story with commendable characters. Primary protagonist in both experience nearly identical situations and experiences at some point, similar outcomes befall onto both as well. 

report Recommended by vasili101

Both revolve around a love relationship spanning over the course of years, along with the struggles the characters face, their interactions with other people, and a similar art style. 

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Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki addpermalink

Both have similar topics. When a person losses someone they loved and have to raise their childrens on their own. Extremily poweful and heartbreaking. Cute childrens ( ushio, ame) that have sad stories on their own. Both have a fantasy but intead of making the story boring and unrealistic, make it more powerful.
If you like it, you will definetly like the other. 

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Similar emphases on family and both leave you with a similar satisfying feeling. Plenty of drama, heartbreak, and a little comedy to make these slice of life stories about families growing up some of the best anime there are. Clannad After Story has more romance and much more drama while Wolf Children has more emphasis on the kids growing up and discovering who they want to be. 

report Recommended by Asfaria

Both involve a parent raising their child (or children in Wolf Children) whilst overcoming their own personal issues. It's difficult to say exactly how similar the two situations are without giving huge spoilers, but they're pretty similar.

Also, both series have a fantastic soundtrack and incredible animation, and they're both extremely emotional watches. Chances are that one or another might make you shed a tear at some point. And if you were left with somewhat of a void after watching either CAS or WC, one of these will probably fill it.

(Bear in mind, though, that if you're going to watch After Story, it might be an idea to watch Clannad's first series first). read more 

report Recommended by totorolover33

Everyone takes away something different when watching a series. When I think I found a new favourite, I really ask myself, what was so great about what I just watched? What about it moved me so much? I ask myself that of Clannad: After Story (CAS) and Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki (OK).

CAS and OK have very sad and poignant moments. OK has the saddest opening I've seen to date. CAS made me cry at the end. Without revealing the plot, tragedy strikes and the story telling is very well done in both.

Raising a child has its ups and downs and this is well captured in both. There is the ineffable cuteness of a child, the difficulties of raising one and finally the satisfaction of seeing them grow. This aspect is well captured in the narratives and you really get to share in the emotions of parenthood.

So, if you watched one and felt really emotionally moved by the sad moments and parenting, you will no doubt enjoy the other. read more

report Recommended by AvatarSama

Both anime have a heavy focus on real-life struggles, though with a bit of magic sprinkled within the plot. They're also massive tearjerkers with somewhat ambiguous endings, though Wolf Children's is less controversial. And finally, both of them are about learning to continue hoping and carry on, even in the darkest of moments - wonderful art pieces of inspiration and love. 

report Recommended by TheCafeGirl

An even more powerful, even more pure, beautiful film about parenting and romance. Clannad: After Story has the emotions, Ookami Kodomo No Ame to Yuki has it too. Both are Slice of Life genre. Clannad and Clannad AS are both about family and children, so is Ookami Kodomo No Ame to Yuki. Both are at times funny, romantic, sad, tragic and joyous. Both are highly recommended. 

report Recommended by Wei_Jay_Tan

Both have similiar topics the importance of family and the struggles of adulthood.
Also both have a fantastic soundtrack and incredible animation and they're both extremely emotional scenes.
If you like it,you will definetly like the other 

report Recommended by PillowyIITA

Myself; Yourself addpermalink

If you loved clannad you'll also like myself yourself. Because both of these anime series have similar drawings, sad background stories of characters and hopeful expectations from the future and a big romance
 

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One of the best representatives of a genre. Very beautiful histories with a shade of grief 

report Recommended by AesmaDaeva

These are both tragic love stories, and both have a happy ending in them. Not only that but its comedic just like clannad was (well in the beggining xP). Myself; Yourself AND clannad, are my 2 favorite animes hands down. 

report Recommended by kingd0mhearts

Both anime show the pain and hardship that had to be endured during the relationship. Both has a bit of comedy in it. Clannad is a bit more dramatic and imo clannad does a better job of making you feel the emotion but both anime taught me a lot.  

report Recommended by Ryuu_Hatake

Both Have a strong cast of characters, a cheery start with a somewhat misleading OP, deep development among all characters, and both will certainly terrorize you emotionally to some level. Watch at you're own discretion.  

report Recommended by Kslate23

Anime based on a romance, with a very original story and with a touch of drama 

report Recommended by Ackron

They both involve a somewhat large cast of students dealing with their own issues. It seems like your typical harem judging by the profile of the anime, but there's a lot more behind that

Myself;Yourself and Clannad: After Story lean towards the depressing side yet the animes & their plots are very enjoyable from the beginning until the end 

report Recommended by Sylvettia

Nagi no Asu kara addpermalink

Realistic, supernatural anime that deal with love in all its different forms. In addition, there are striking similarities between the main protagonists and their respective relationships with their families and their primary love interests. 

Consider watching the other if you enjoy the exploration of the themes of romance, friendship, family, and the changes in these relationships as time passes. 

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Slice of life/Romance series that deal with love in all different forms. They feel quite real and realistic considering they both have supernatural elements. 

There's good character development in both with each own interesting story.
Both series are quite emotional, also with cute, happy and comical moments. 
They give of very much the same feeling. 

report Recommended by TiigerLily

A slice of life anime with a glaring supernatural element that governs the story. 
This includes a character driven plot where all of the main cast has a fleshed out character development (save a minor few), a solid romance storyline, breath taking animation, memorable music, and copious cliff hangers and plot twists that will give you "the feels".

Nagi no Asukara are one of the few animes that will fill the void when finishing Clannad: After Story. Likewise, Clannad and Clannad: After Story is an appropriate series to watch if you want more stories like Nagi. 

report Recommended by Akio-kun

School life romantic comedies, both of them also in the drama genre.
They both involve a group of friends which grow up while time passes.
Both of them give you the same feeling, they're really emotional. 

report Recommended by nyarthotep

They are similar in Drama Scene I love them Both but If you like Clannad AS then you ll most probably like Nagi no Asukara.. 

report Recommended by wasif_khan

Both are coming-of-age stories about the changes in life as time progresses and brings about emotions that impacted my outlook on life 

report Recommended by XyriaLight

Both feels Anime with great romance about a group of friends just growing up together. 

report Recommended by JZurawski25

Aria The Origination addpermalink

although in the exterior they look very different,Aria and Clannad are quite simmilar 

Both of them give the viewer that heartwarming feeling after watching an episode.
Also both of them teach the viewer morals through the storyline.

Aria is anyway much more less dramatic,because while Clannad can be very tense at times,Aria is always laid back and relaxing...

anyway,these 2 animes are both a must watch,especially for the comedy/slice of life fans out there 

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Toradora! addpermalink

If you watched Clannad you have to watch Toradora.  They are very similar story-wise and the characters are sort of similar too.  I would say Toradora had more entertainment while maintaining the I-love-her-and-she-loves-me-yet-other-girls-like-him-too sort of atmosphere.  Yeah it'll most likely help you get out of the sadden state if you watched Clannad. 

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Both feature similar entertaining romcom styles, though Toradora leans more towards comedy while Clannad (especially AS) has more drama. While Clannad has stronger thematic development and is more poignant overall, if you liked one you will probably like the other. 

report Recommended by linnaes

I can't stress how much I loved both these series. Evoking a diversity of emotions (among them, laughs, hearty smiles, tears, and "aww moments" from cuteness), these unforgettable romantic comedies are the archetypes of their genre. If you enjoyed one, you will most definitely enjoy the other (although I was initially hesitant to try Clannad since it is more "drama heavy", Toradora had its tear jerker moments as well).

Enjoy!
Riotnoob. 

report Recommended by riots

Toradora and After Story greatly share the theme of "growing up" in a sense. Clannad After Story goes with the more realistic approach though which highly suits it. Toradora has a more dramatic feel due to certain conflicts presented in the story line. Overall, Toradora's dramatic phazes can be enjoyed if you liked the drama in After Story; the idea works likewise. 

report Recommended by Sabeeh

Romance, Problems with one's self, Slice of lifey. All the normal stuff that creates a good show with a welcoming atmosphere. I enjoyed both of these shows almost equally as much and recommend anyone that has watched Clannad and Clannad: After Story to go and watch Toradora! 

The decision to watch both of these shows is far from regrettable and will leave you with hours of happiness and days of life changing thoughts and feelings. 

report Recommended by bonmcrean

If you liked Clannad's amazing character depth and relationship development, than Toradora is a great choice for you. While it can get a bit cheesy at times, Toradora is one of the best romantic character dramas I've ever seen, with characters that serve as the perfect example of 'show don't tell'. Highly recommended to anyone who likes brilliantly complex characters and also enjoys a good old' feels trip. 

report Recommended by nykentaro

Kimi ga Nozomu Eien addpermalink

Also romance,drama,and also you can feel the life from this anime!Also,like Clannad,Kimi ga Nozomu Eien is full of feelings to friends,who later become lovers.
In Kimi ga Nozomu Eien Haruka is similar to Nagisa. 

report Recommended by Kawabe-kun

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Steins;Gate addpermalink

Both have the same sort of drama and similar feel at some point 

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ef: A Tale of Melodies. addpermalink

Both approach adult conflicts in a very human way (Clannad AF: aftger episode 8). Both are drama + romance + slice of life and both will probably make you cry...XP 

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ef: A Tale of Memories. addpermalink

Artwork in both animes is outstanding and avant-garde (same applies to ef - tale of melodies). Both incorporate supernatural characters in surreal settings and heavy doses of symbolism (ef much more so). Ef's characterization is markedly more in-depth. Clannad avoids the ef serie's intense (but well-executed) melodrama, whereas ef avoids Clannad's harem stereotypes.  

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It's got the same vibe and feel about it! Both animes have great characters, and the love story in both animes are truly remarkable. What the two shows also have in common is the magic and mystery of the world the characters live in! If u liked Clannad Afterstory, you will also love Ef: A tale of memories, and vice versa! They both have bittersweet ends, where you will either end up crying, or have this sense of happy feeling when the show is done! 

report Recommended by 50-Yen

Both of these shows have a similar art style, that I believe aids in the telling of the story. Although I would identify Ef as a bit more on the artsy side, both shows tell their respective stories in interesting ways that fully utilize the characters and art style. Also, the characters in both these shows are vivid, real and relatable, which just enhances the ability of these shows to pull on your heart. Also, both of these shows have a unique supernatural element that at first I thought would "cheapen" the stories, but in the end I think it added to the surreal art and plot style of the works. Though these shows have a few differences (mainly in the way Ef has that distinctive SHAFT style that I love in all their works) I enjoyed both of them very much, and I still identify these shows among my favorites. read more 

report Recommended by nitso

Anime based on a romance, with a very original story and with a touch of drama 

report Recommended by Ackron

Both A Tale of Memories and Clannad After Story explore really deep themes and make you look at life in a different perspective. They touch on subjects such as depression and death which would make you cry and sympathize with the characters. If you like deep and complex plots, you should check out Clannad After Story and its prequel, Clannad. 

report Recommended by Pengwang117

Kobato. addpermalink

Both endings are really sweet and touching. If you loved Clannad then you will love Kobato too. 

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Air addpermalink

Both made from the same company and in similar style. Both are moving and worthful. In Air story of protagonists take place in the past, in Clannad characters get together in other world. If you like Clannad, then you must to watch Air. 

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Nana addpermalink

Nana is about two girl who have a lot of problems in their life and have to keep struggling, just like Nagisa had to. Both anime made me laugh and cry. The first few episodes of Nana may seem childish or boring, but that's the same problem I had with Clannad, however, in the end, they both became my favourite animes.  

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Aishiteruze Baby★★ addpermalink

Romance that is building up following the main character who is taking care of a child its a touching anime just like clannad I saw the recommendation of it and I watch Ababy in 2days <3 got to love it 

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Hachimitsu to Clover II addpermalink

Clannad ~AS~ may actually be slower-paced than H&C II, with both being peaceful slice-of-lifes tinged with despair.  Very emotional stories, truly masterpieces.  

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3-gatsu no Lion 2nd Season addpermalink

And, now that you've seen how depression and family drama is well developed in an anime, why not see something that's really bad in that department? 

Both these shows are really similar in their themes, but I really recommend CLANNAD as a case study on how NOT to adapt a visual novel to a TV series, and on how NOT to work on a drama series.

And I really recommend 3-gatsu as the a case study on how to adapt a masterpiece of a manga within a tight budget. 

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Kamisama no Inai Nichiyoubi addpermalink

Both series contain heartfelt experiences that may or may not make you cry, along with a daughter-father relationship in the works. They have beautiful animation and art style and deal with similar death related themes. Ai from Kami-Nai and Ushio from Clannad also share similar childish characteristics although diverse from their ages. In each world, the characters are also given second chances. In Kami-Nai however, darker themes are discussed and it is more death-related and fantasy than Clannad AF. In Clannad AF, more drama and romance is involved and it is definitely more slice of life with a slight mix of supernatural. 

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Suzuka addpermalink

This anime is recommended because the story is well made, romance and drama sets you to thinking about real life. Like Clannad this story will touch your emotions. 

This anime has 26 nice episodes, the after story off this anime isn't shown but its readable in the manga. Still i recommend the anime and the manga to the fans of Clannad after story!

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Yamato Akitsuki travels to Tokyo alone to study in one of the high schools located within the area. He lives in with his aunt who operates a public bath solely for the ladies in the local district and begins his normal high-school life. One day, he chances upon a girl in school and is immediately mesmerised by her beauty. He is shocked when he realise later that the girl, Suzuka, is actually living next door to him. From then on, Yamato's ordinary life begins to change little by little. 
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Elfen Lied addpermalink

Both series are technically solid, though plot and character-wise, they are sub-par.

Both series have one purpose: To prey on your emotion and to make you cry.

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Haibane Renmei addpermalink

You've seen one of these masterpieces and you don't know where to go next? Looking for something as brilliant and perfect which isn't a copy of the anime you just saw? This is it. Both are shinning pinnacles of slice-of-life, which may seem like a genre for which it is easy to produce animes, while in reality it's quite tricky to avoid all the pitfalls of mediocrity and make something so enjoyable and heartwarming as these two. 

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Plastic Memories addpermalink

Ok first of all its very interesting , but in the same time sad , that what it makes it similar to each other , i would recommend whatching both if you like anime that has somewhat sad and happy parts in it ( sorry for my bad eng lol ) its my first recomm to  

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Hanbun no Tsuki ga Noboru Sora addpermalink

If you liked very touching stories filled with love, like Clannad ~After Story~. Then Hanbu no Tsuki ga Noboru Sora would make it as another ideal anime that you should watch! Unlike Clannad ~After Story~, it's straight to the point without dragging it too long, explaining the short 6 episodes of the anime itself. A great short story! 

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Kimi no Na wa. addpermalink

The artstyle are very similar with the surrealistic drawings that draws you into the scene; very detailed. The stories deal with a normal world and another vaguely explained world. The way everything works is not put in front of you and requires you to activate your brain and think things through; maybe even doing research. The stories are very powerful and both activate emotions very easily. The biggest difference is how Clannad takes the emotions very far and toys with your heart, while Kimi no na Wa takes simple steps to trigger a lesser level of sadness. 

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White Album 2 addpermalink

First thing I would like to let you know is that I am a Slice of Life with romance.
1) I have seen so many anime series of genre Slice of Life but they are 100% School oriented but in these series, Slice of life comes out of School life.
2) Male Main character both suffers and they are not clear out their feeling.
 

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Kowarekake no Orgel addpermalink

A show that is very much emotional and heartfelt as the other. 

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Violet Evergarden addpermalink

Well, both are just beautiful tear-jerking anime with amazing plot and development that hit you right in the feels big time. 

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Kumo no Mukou, Yakusoku no Basho addpermalink

The side story in Clannad of the girl in the lost world  coincides with the storyline of The Place Promised in Our Early Days. They carry the exact same sad empty atmosphere.

Both also regard young men going through hardships due to lost loves. Ah, serious complicated love. 

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Anime: Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows

Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows addpermalink

Cat Daru and Garbage doll from Clannad act really similar  

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Koe no Katachi addpermalink

Both has amazing Drama and romance. 

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Bakuman. addpermalink

I am treating Bakuman., Bakuman. 2, and Bakuman. 3, all 75 episodes, as one series

The similar aspects:
-Dramatic moments that may or may not make you tear up
-Extremely well-written romance
-Some incredibly touching moments
-Some hilarious moments

The different aspects
-Clannad: After Story is much more serious than Bakuman.
-Without spoiling anything, the final* ending of Bakuman. ending makes much more sense (*Bakuman. 3)
-The premise of Bakuman. is overall more Shounen, meaning the Main Characters have a goal, and they're going to make in a reality
-Bakuman. has an overall more realistic feel to it

In conclusion it is really up to the watcher, however, both shows are perfect examples of very, very well-written Slice-of-Life, Drama, Rom-Coms(sort of), that will give you a feeling of accomplishment when you finish the entire series. read more 

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Shuffle! addpermalink

-Both animes's setting/story goes by an omnibus format, and have small arcs for each heroine that doesn't diverge from the central plot of the story (with the setting intact) 

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Sakamichi no Apollon addpermalink

Both anime can be very tear jerking and really fun to watch with it's in depth characters 

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Little Busters! addpermalink

The setting and concept is strongly similar yet the direction of the story goes on a different route. If you enjoyed Clannad, you will love this anime because both contains the same 'Key magic' and mysterious elements to the plot 

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Anime: Planetarian: Chiisana Hoshi no Yume

Planetarian: Chiisana Hoshi no Yume addpermalink

Made by the same creators (Key!), you will absolutely love this show if you enjoyed any of Key's other stuff, but particularly Clannad AS. It is a short, 5 episode series set in a post-apocalyptic world (similar to Angel Beats! but far better). 

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Mawaru Penguindrum addpermalink

Both are similar in such a way that they started out as a seemingly fun and quirky slice of life anime but quickly downsides into a very sad and emotional second half.  

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Akachan to Boku addpermalink

Both are family related drama. These two are recommended for heavy drama fans with some cuteness as well.    

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Gintama addpermalink

You laugh. You cry. You feel hyped. You feel excited. You think. You let your emotions out. Being my favourite and second favourite anime i can certainly say that they bring out everything you have with great characters 

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Kokoro Connect addpermalink

Clannad After story is amazing and I'd recommend it to anyone. It's drama done smart, and done right. On the other hand, Kokoro Connect is shit. It makes you feel, but it's by far the worst case of over-the-top melodrama I've ever seen in anime. If you just want to turn your brain off and go on an emotional ride, then this show if for you. However I must warn you, if you think about how shit the show is for more than ten seconds, any emotional impact from the show will become impossible. It's that bad. 

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Zero no Tsukaima addpermalink

If you just finished Clannad and your room's filled with tears, try a more upbeat series next. The Familiar of Zero is also filled with romance, though not as much drama, but there are still some moments which give a feel similar to that of Clannad. 

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Senjou no Valkyria addpermalink

Both have a good story to tell of things that must be overcome to continue in life. 

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Tamako Market addpermalink

Both Anime have the boy and the girl with similar personalities. The plot and story are not similar at all but if you like the characters in Tamako Market, you will like Clannad's too. 

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Amaama to Inazuma addpermalink

Without spoiling much, this resembles the last part of Clannad:AS, with cooking as a delicious add-on. 

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Tsumiki no Ie addpermalink

If you want a heartwarming story about a family with a strong theme behind it, try watching Tsumiki no Ie. While Clannad is an anime series and Tsumiki no Ie is a 12 minute short, I believe that Tsumiki no Ie presents a uniquely potent story of a caliber similar to that of Clannad After Story.  

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Made in Abyss addpermalink

ending makes you cry like a bitch 

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Papa no Iukoto wo Kikinasai! addpermalink

Same slice of life story, that tells about "kazoku" dan the meaning. This story has more light drama than clannad. But all is good story. I recommend it if you like clannad very much.. 

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Gosick addpermalink

Both have precious romance, a very dramatic story that will fill your room with tears and a very sadful way to explain how cruel this world is.

Also, the romance in both series is very similar, in some ways that I can't tell because it would be spoiler. 

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Tokyo Magnitude 8.0 addpermalink

If you really love to cry and appreciate good drama and character development, this anime is for you! I got really attached to every character and They ARE BOTH SOOO GOOD!!! 

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Anime: Rainbow: Nisha Rokubou no Shichinin

Rainbow: Nisha Rokubou no Shichinin addpermalink

you will likely feel sad after watching this as well 

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Golden Time addpermalink

actually both of this anime have a different plot. but both of them have a similar quality. guess what ? both of them have a quality to move your heart, also to warm your cold heart.

both are romance anime, with the same main idea that will show you how cruel is the world. but don't worry it won't deliver you to the path of destruction. both of them are certainly have prepare good ending for theses stuff.

just one thing, make sure you see all the series and be ready to brace your self. it might surprise you in some way. 

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Anime: Yosuga no Sora: In Solitude, Where We Are Least Alone.

Yosuga no Sora: In Solitude, Where We Are Least Alone. addpermalink

Do you enjoy watching a romance anime with heart and good character development put into it? Do you enjoy a show laced with beautiful scenery, memorable music and a mix of FEEELS? Both these shows left an impact in me, and their difficult themes and catchy opening songs haunted me long after I had finished watching them. Yosuga no Sora and Clannad After Story deal with dating, crushes and family drama in the first arcs but turn to more mature themes towards the end. Both shows are, in their own ways, absolutely unforgettable. 

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Suzumiya Haruhi no Shoushitsu addpermalink

-Drama
-Supernatural
-Damn feels
-Same setting
-Both mc are rude, but on the other hand also gentle
-Similar animation

my OP: When I watched Suzumiya I got the same feeling as with watching After story. I thought that everyone got enough screen time and the pacing is really good and both got some surprising elements + fanservice?, that you wouldn't expect. I'm 100% sure, that you are going to like the Suzumiya haruhi  series if you liked the Clannad series. And vice versa. 

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Sakurasou no Pet na Kanojo addpermalink

-Both have romance
-Both have lots of comedy
-Both have drama
-Both have a different kind of lead heroine in comparison to your typical tsundere
-Both get you attached to the characters which makes it even harder to deal with their losses 

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Ao Haru Ride addpermalink

Both have strong themes about family only that Ao Haru Ride adds a love triangle for extra spice. Both will make you take out the tissue box. 

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Arakawa Under the Bridge addpermalink

They both have that calm feel to it. They talk about important values and they are both one of those nice, gentle anime. 

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D.C.II: Da Capo II addpermalink

-Both animes's setting/story goes by an omnibus format, and have small arcs for each heroine that doesn't diverge from the central plot of the story (with the setting intact) 

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D.C.: Da Capo addpermalink

-Both animes's setting/story goes by an omnibus format, and have small arcs for each heroine that doesn't diverge from the central plot of the story (with the setting intact) 

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Hoshizora e Kakaru Hashi addpermalink

-Both animes's setting/story goes by an omnibus format, and have small arcs for each heroine that doesn't diverge from the central plot of the story (with the setting intact) 

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Kanon addpermalink

They both involve similar animation and depp plots that make you wanna cry at the end but then end with a smile. they both are the deepest anime i have ever seen and teach you how to be a better person while giving you the entertainment of a extremely well written romance, comedy, drama. 

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"Bungaku Shoujo" Movie addpermalink

Both are poignant and dramatic animes. we see how the characters struggle emotionally and how they overcome their troubles throughout. Overall both very heartfelt :') 

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True Love Story addpermalink

This anime also depicts the true love between the protagonists in my opinion..
But,CAS is far better than True Love Story in romantic concept.. 

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H2O: Footprints in the Sand addpermalink

Both of them are very touching, and they have similar ending. 

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Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko addpermalink

 One of the stories in Clannad: After Story bears a striking resemblance to what might have been the after story of She & Her Cat.  

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Boku dake ga Inai Machi addpermalink

Both shows deal with the topic of family bonds and how important they are.
If you look for something more in anime than just comedy or action, then both of these masterpieces are labelled 'must-watch' for you.  

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Cross Game addpermalink

If you liked the sort of melancholic atmosphere in Clannad, you'll probably enjoy the atmosphere in Cross Game. Also Baseball 

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Romeo x Juliet addpermalink

Both revolve mainly around a tragic romance but contain more to the series, making it all the more charming. 

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Anime: D.C.II S.S.: Da Capo II Second Season

D.C.II S.S.: Da Capo II Second Season addpermalink

Someone loses someone that they love and involves an dues ex machina ending as well. 

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Solty Rei addpermalink

Both series tackles the importance of family. 

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Tari Tari addpermalink

The artwork is impeccable. The personality and movements realistic of the characters make a complement of the well worked drama presented in this anime. 

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Lamune addpermalink

Furukawa Nagisa - Konoe Nanami
Okazaki Tomoya - Tomosaka Kenji
And in both anime the male and female main character make a good couple/really cute couple
If you liked one you'll like the other at 100% the only different is the amount of episodes 

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Photokano addpermalink

If you love school romance drama and this anime is for you.
and both are definitely worth watching! 

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Rec addpermalink

I find the part where Tomoya enters the workforce is similar to Rec's overall tone. Both male leads face hardships in their respective jobs and of course, both have romance as the main genre to boot.  

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Bakuman. 2nd Season addpermalink

Of course you will have to watch the first season before Bakuman. 2 or Clannad: After Story but these anime were so amazing!!!! (Even the first seasons) 

You watch as the characters mature.
There were many emotional and heartwarming scenes.
Whenever a character feels a certain way, you can't help but feel the same.
Again, these were masterpieces and if you haven't seen these series, SHAME!! 

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Eureka Seven addpermalink

These anime are both very similar in the way that the male and female protagonist meet and an instant connection forms, and it almost seems they were "destined" to meet. Also, as the story progresses you see the relationship grow stronger. Both anime have a very emotional side to them, which really make you connect to the characters and their actions. 

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True Tears addpermalink

They both have Drama and Romance in there and both are really fun Anime's to watch with True Tears you have alot of Drama that you don't expect and the same happens in Clannad After Story both are very good Anime's 

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Gang-aji Ttong addpermalink

Both are about abandoned children and they both have a touching story. You will shed manly tears by the end of both of them. 

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Charlotte addpermalink

worte by the same guy. top show  

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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood addpermalink

I know it can be weird—Clannad to FMA:B? But I think it's not so stupid. Both these anime are about life. In FMA:B life as a living armor, for example, but you must fight for happiness. In every world and circumstances, normal (as in Clannad) and fabulous (as in FMA:B). 

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Tamayura: More Aggressive addpermalink

A series that was already filled with emotion, brings a seccond season even more deep. Maybe Tamayura is not that "dramatic" but is still a hearth warming story. 

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Ookami to Koushinryou addpermalink

After you watch Clannad you get a feeling in your heart almost like a hole that was left by Clannad and every one just keep on moving on and oblivious to what you just felt and you are in search of some thing to fill that gap. 

  Spice and wolf slowly introduces its charters and lets you get to know them,  it starts feels you have become submerged in the story  like you have found something to fill that gap once more. you will laugh, you may cry, you may get mad.

 you will be happy you have walked with Kraft Lawrence and Holo the wise wolf on a jouny that may be short lived but one you won't forget,  it will make you feel some thing just like you did with Clannad. read more 

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