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If you liked Ansatsu Kyoushitsu add

...then you might like Mahoutsukai ni Narenakatta Onnanoko no Hanashi add

Both Mahonare and Assassination Classroom explore the underdog phenomenon, where characters relegated to a lower status due to perceived inferiority challenge their elite counterparts through sheer determination and growth. In Mahonare, the protagonist, deemed unfit for elite magical training, defies societal expectations by relying on her unwavering resolve and magical affinity to pursue her dreams. Similarly, in Ansatsu Kyoushitsu, the students of Class 3-E, marginalized as failures within their school's rigid hierarchy, find purpose and motivation under Koro-sensei’s unique mentorship, enabling them to surpass their rivals in unexpected ways. Both narratives highlight the transformative power of creativity, innate talents and self-belief, emphasizing that success is not bound by societal labels.

If you liked Plastic Memories add

...then you might like Boku no Tsuma wa Kanjou ga Nai add

Both Plastic Memories and Bokutsuma explore the theme of forbidden love between human and sentient android as the male protagonists form deep emotional bonds with their assigned androids with a predetermined lifespan/skillset, highlighting the complexities and heartache of loving a being with limitations. Moreover the two shows brilliantly examine the challenges and nuances of such an unconventional relationship by addressing the intersections of human emotions and artificial intelligence, questioning the boundaries of romantic connections in a technologically advanced society.

If you liked Bokura wa Minna Kawai-sou add

...then you might like Astro Note add

Both anime are about eccentric people living in a boarding house type of environment where sharing is caring and a normal guy pursuing romance against all odds even if his particular love interest is way out of his league. What is more, the overall feel and visual aesthetic are also very similar due to the pastel colored tones used for backgrounds which further add to the relaxing slice of life aspects of each show.

If you liked Gantz add

...then you might like Kaijuu 8-gou add

Gantz and Kaijuu No.8 both delve into the theme of individuals harnessing advanced plugsuits that grant physical augmentation akin to a power-up mechanism, providing enhanced strength, speed, and durability in order to combat and overpower formidable foes, be it space aliens or giant monsters.

If you liked Ajin add

...then you might like Sentai Daishikkaku add

Sentai Daishikkaku and Ajin Demi-Human approach the journey of the anti-hero spiced with the theme of immortality and regeneration in very similar ways. In Ajin, the demi-humans possess an innate ability to regenerate, rendering them nearly immortal. This unique trait becomes both a gift and a curse, as they are relentlessly pursued by authorities eager to research or eliminate them just like the Dragon Rangers tend to exploit this trait unique to dustmen during their staged battles with these villains. The black soot that emanates from both demi-human and dustmen while regenerating from their wounds is a stark visual reminder of otherness their bodies possess and the dangers they face in spite of this advantage. So all in all Sentai Daishikkaku offers a satirical take on superhero teams, where the villains often display similar regenerative abilities but with a comedic twist. Whereas Ajin delves deeper into the ethical complexities of inhuman experimentation and societal responses.

If you liked Happy Sugar Life add

...then you might like Watashi ni Tenshi ga Maiorita! add

At first glance these two slice of life anime might seem different, but they both dig into unusual obsessions particularly towards underage children and the complicated side of how people connect. Whether it's the sweet and funny relationships in Wataten or the intense and kind of creepy love in Happy Sugar Life, both shows shake up the usual ideas about how people get close. They basically explore unique and sometimes weird ways that people form bonds, even though they do it in totally different settings, the elder sister stereotype for each instance is voiced by Hanazawa Kana.

If you liked Witchblade add

...then you might like Metallic Rouge add

Location differences aside, I could not help noticing that these original series rich in turmoil feature two similar yet strong female lead. Masane the Witchblade and Rouge as an elite android who can transform into powerful tokusatsu warriors donning stylish red armor while fighting for survival driven by a self-imposed sense of justice both at the center of fierce commotion and ever going conspiracies. They battle at cost of risking their lives and identities being revealed, oblivious to the powers that be.

If you liked Vampire Knight add

...then you might like Kishuku Gakkou no Juliet add

Boarding School Juliet and Vampire Knight share a theme of clandestine romance amid societal discord. In the halls of Dahlia Academy, the forbidden love between Romio and Juliet, representing the Black Dogs and White Cats respectively, mirrors the societal challenges faced by star-crossed lovers. The animal themed factions, akin to the day and night divisions across humans and vampires in Vampire Knight, serve as symbolic barriers, highlighting the struggles of love in the face of predetermined conflicts between opposing hierarchies. The black and white uniforms in both series act as visual metaphors for class divisions, with each shade further embodying the stark contrasts that their relationships must persevere through never ending strife. While there is a playful lighthearted rivalry which adds a touch of humor, the dormitory segregations help to accentuate the prohibited nature of these quarreling factions. Despite their differing atmospheres, the two anime use the visual language of cheeseboard uniforms and split architectural divisions to poignantly illustrate the complexities of love amid national and interracial strife.

If you liked Psycho-Pass add

...then you might like Kamonohashi Ron no Kindan Suiri add

While differing in their core genres, they share thematic similarities rooted in psychological exploration and crime-solving narratives. Kamonohashi, known for its quirky protagonist who can communicate with animals, delves into the mysteries of human nature through unconventional investigations. Similarly, Psycho-Pass, set in a dystopian future, explores the complexities of the human psyche through the lens of crime enforcement and moral dilemmas. Both works engage with the intricacies of the human mind, unraveling mysteries that extend beyond conventional crime-solving and touching upon profound aspects of society and individual morality.

If you liked Monster add

...then you might like Spy x Family add

Urasawa Naoki's Monster and Spy x Family find thematic resonance in their ability to craft intricate narratives within the backdrop of the divided Soviet Block between East and West Germany. While Monster delves into a suspenseful thriller centered on a doctor's pursuit of a mysterious killer, set against the tensions of the Cold War era, Spy x Family utilizes a similarly divided setting to infuse its spy-centric comedy with layers of intrigue. In both stories, the intricacies of espionage, clashing battle of wits and the complexities of personal connections are masterfully intertwined, ultimately highlighting the human experiences that transcend political barriers. The contrasting struggles faced by characters in the East and West serve as a compelling backdrop that enriches their individual journeys, making both narratives a captivating exploration of the human mind within the context of a divided world where nothing is as it seems. Moreover, by featuring late 70s superhero cartoons present in each series, further added a layer of meta element.

If you liked Show By Rock!! add

...then you might like Carole & Tuesday add

These two anime share similarities in their musical themes and the focus on the journey of aspiring musicians. Both series follow the adventures of young, talented girls pursuing their dreams in the music industry. Carole & Tuesday excels at showcasing a story of two girls from different backgrounds coming together to create soulful music, while Show By Rock features a fantastical world where bands battle through music. There is plenty of emphasis at the way in which the power of music connects people, the challenges faced by budding artists, and the growth of friendships formed through their shared passion for music.

If you liked Abenobashi Mahou☆Shoutengai add

...then you might like Mahou Shoujo Magical Destroyers add

Seeking happiness through escapism by embracing nostalgia episodically in bizarre world settings rich with various otaku and pop culture references ranging from anime, movies, music and games are common tropes in these series. Moreover in both shows, the male protagonists for better or worse are troubled by blue and red haired sidekicks, both of whom fall more along the line of saboteurs than helpers.

If you liked Eizouken ni wa Te wo Dasu na! add

...then you might like Do It Yourself!! add

A world of unlimited innovative possibilities are realized by passionate girls who would stop at nothing to achieve their goals through various club activities for successful short and long-term projects. Whether its creating original animation from scratch or a tree house, the way in which the creative design process from brainstorming to finished product is reached is both satisfying and wholesome in these two self-motivated anime not to mention the inspiring character dynamics.

If you liked Hachimitsu to Clover add

...then you might like Kimi ni Todoke add

They have visually similar pastel color palette, slow paced mood and tone. Although one is set in university while the other takes place at highschool, finding beauties in the mundane everyday slice of life is quite perceptible. In addition, for both series the main love interest is a carefree happy-go-lucky yet charismatic lad with complex friendship dynamics revolving around friendly characters enjoying the company of their peers during the best years of their fleeting youth, evoking a sense of bittersweet nostalgia towards unrequited love triangles and at the uncertainty of teenagers and young adults ever looming future.

If you liked Texhnolyze add

...then you might like 86 add

Without spoiling anything, the underlying theme of augmentations through advanced post-humanist technology that favors the human mind yet rejects the body mixed in with a tint of oracles and mysticism as well as the discriminatory mistreatment of people considered to be less equal than their oppressors is a strong motif which are well explored in their prevalence, going above and beyond semantics for both series.

If you liked Shadows House add

...then you might like Summertime Render add

Albeit with differin end goals, the underlying theme for both series employs shadow people that try to imitate their original human host in order to surpass them to the point where the counterfeits are near impossible to distinguish from those they try to mimic.

If you liked Carnival Phantasm add

...then you might like Kaginado add

Both shows serve as crossovers for making insider jokes which require some familiarity with their respective source materials that they are making a caricature of. In the case of Kaginado, characters from various Key intellectual works congregate whereas In Carnival Phantasm, a wide array of Type Moon cast find themselves in situations ranging from funny to ridiculous.

If you liked Katanagatari add

...then you might like Heike Monogatari add

Albeit Katanagatari is more on the fictional side whereas Heike monogatari is historic, both stories take place in feudal Japan wherein we are allowed to take a peek into the daily lives of its people, their beliefs and cultures, traditional cities and architecture along with landscapes tainted by battle not discriminating between large or small scale. The cycle of life and death is quite prevalent. Keeping sacred treasures and the family head safe for the sake of honor compared to the tale of seeking out ancient sword relics across Japan for fame and glory will leave the viewer contemplate the fickle mischiefs brought upon by karma once the unstoppable dices of fate are cast.

If you liked Getsuyoubi no Tawawa add

...then you might like Miru Tights add

I am surprised nobody noticed the connection yet it must be addressed. Tawawa on Monday to bosoms is what Miru Tights are to thighs. Whether you fine ladies and gentlemen have foot or breast fetishes, it is undeniable that both series target audience were catered to specific needs sharing a common root of primate origin which if combined as seen from the collaborative works of Yomu and Himura Kiseki at Douki to Tawawa along with Miru Tights goes to show that the original creators of these fine works respect one another's tastes in order to build upon the very essence of Venus, since a whole is greater than the sum of its parts. A new bra, a new tight every day gives a beacon of hope in these troubling times because discoveries are the reason trailblazing advancements are made.

If you liked To LOVE-Ru add

...then you might like Mairimashita! Iruma-kun add

Iruma-kun is a toned down reverse To Love-Ru or an ecchi lite highschool story so to speak because we see two sides of the same coin. In one hand we have a human boy exposed to new experiences and stimuli in an unfamiliar hellscape trying to fit in at a school attended by all kinds of demons whereas for To Love-Ru its the other way around since Lala a female resident of Deviluke along with her sisters from a distant planet inhabited by devilish aliens prone to causing full of mischief have no other choice but to assimilate into our world through building lasting friendships while also causing endless trouble to the dismay of earthlings due to cultural misalignments in socially accepted norms.

If you liked Magic Knight Rayearth add

...then you might like Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari add

While for shield hero we are introduced to four lads finding themselves in the kingdom of Melromarc where they are immediately assigned to the holy quartet of warrior classes ranging from sword, spear, bow, and shield respectively, in Rayearth there are three schoolgirls summoned on behalf of the elemental trinity system of fire, water and wind in order to fight for the land of Cephiro. The common tropes of having evolving weapons, multiple heroes, each with differing social and educational background from modern day Japan unwillingly finding themselves braving common rpg classes based on their individuality within a fantasy realm on the brink of imminent destruction where inner tension and rivalry between characters is unavoidable yet each hero pursues a common goal of saving said world, makes both isekai shows two side of the same coin.

If you liked Golden Time add

...then you might like Uzaki-chan wa Asobitai! add

Confused adults in the spring of their youth spending quality time at university/college by partaking in extracurricular activities, hanging out with friends and focusing on their studies as well as exploring their untapped love life. The key aspect of a comedic yet complicated romance is also prevalent albeit not completely dominant in either of the two slice of life anime.

If you liked Ninja Slayer From Animation add

...then you might like 91 Days add

Both feature the story of a man with bottled up rage who would stop at nothing in order to take revenge for their deceased family members by fighting the root of the cause, bigshots at the upper echelons of the mafia/yakuza organization operating behind the scenes as well as indirectly involved small fry for the sake of immoral justice.

If you liked Cencoroll add

...then you might like Gleipnir add

Both feature characters who are able to control/turn into weird looking monsters and a curious girl willing to become a co-pilot of said monster.

If you liked Ookami to Koushinryou add

...then you might like So Ra No Wo To add

In both anime we see idyllic villages, towns and rural landscapes populated by relatively happy townsfolk whose life is spiced with a tint of gloomy melancholic mood that also encompasses the journey of Holo and her merchant partner across their travels, which is comparable to the military girls of Soranowoto stationed at the picturesque province of Helvetia far from the clutches of war whose only wish is to pursue a quiet, sometimes adventurous yet fulfilling life while mingling with the locals, giving us an opportunity to learn more about their culture and traditions as the story unfolds within each of the two series.

If you liked Queen's Blade: Rurou no Senshi add

...then you might like Ishuzoku Reviewers add

Both tales features adventurers followed around by a fallen angel who all engage on a journey together to prove their true individual worth or lack thereof.

If you liked Ao no Exorcist add

...then you might like Mairimashita! Iruma-kun add

Seemingly wimpy boy, Iruma Suzuki who has to keep his human identity secret, enrolled into a prestigious school to learn about demoncraft or in Okumura Rin, the Blue Exorcist's case in spite of his demonic lineage which he must hide from his peers, anti-demoncraft, we see a correlation of events unfolding in the most peculiar ways where misunderstandings, awkward situations and unexpected friendships are a given.

If you liked Texhnolyze add

...then you might like No Guns Life add

Cybernetic enhancements via use of robotic limbs, augmented brains and eyes etc for an ever evolving Transhumanism reliant society are the key elements that make both of these series one side of the same coin. Moreover the fact that the most up to date state of the art technologies are monopolized, or in the very least enforced to be used only for the benefit of those with the highest influential and financial power is also prevalent, not to speak of amputations being commonplace, in fact necessary for better body parts.

If you liked NieA Under 7 add

...then you might like Yuri Seijin Naoko-san (2012) add

As one can tell each individual title revolves around the daily lives of hyperactive aliens leeching off the home of their naive, good willed human friends, where their guest's long lodging gradually diverts from being a welcome one. The interactions of these extraterrestrials are without a doubt the driving force bringing forth new events, whether these events are of a mischievous nature, like little pranks, or tingling on an emotional scale testing the bonds of true friendships.

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...then you might like add

Both had the potential to be something much bigger only to end up as a gigantic disappointment. The fanservice was decent tho. Some of the characters were annoying, but to each their own I guess...