Manga Recommendations

- MC who is a social outcast due to their past - Themes of longing for human connection, searching for "normal happiness" - Depressingly realistic at times - In terms of art: gorgeous backgrounds, heavy use of metaphor Oyasumi Punpun has an overall more nihilistic arc compared to Kokou no Hito; however, both convey similar sentiments about life.

Feeling of loss and Survivor Guilt is the main theme of these story, both have different approach and how to handle it but have same execution wherea there's someone serve as heroine to the protagonist. Overall frieren more laid-back in other hand 86 have more mature approach to it.

Both are novels about a outcast who encounters a man who may have been in contact with a tengu. Additionally, both novels are about solving cases that were potentially caused by yokai and the supernatural, along with being deeply rooted in Japanese folklore.

Both are novels that features a titular handsome gentleman who requests the help of a university student in order to solve various mysteries that come their way. Additionally, the university student and the gentleman first meet by chance, with their second encounter dealing with a problem that the student has.

Forced to experience a horrible youth by strangers, all that's left on these boys' mind to get through the madness is to survive and make the culprits pay, using deadly force and tricks to get the upper hand in a seemingly losing battle.

Without revealing any spoilers, the female protagonists have something in common.

Basically the same. mc has to clear scenenarios and know how it's gonna end.

i won't say that alice is the exact same as gantz or even a lot like it becuse gantz is one of a kind but i will say that if you liked gantz you will get a taste of gantz here as an example the story is not as diverse as gantz i mean you won't see them fighting budda then fighting a dionsaur but it is diverse enough to make every game new and fresh

Vermeil in Gold doesn't have as much fanservice as this manga, but still has plenty.

In their own worlds, Guts and Mushashi both went from being obscure to becoming well-known warriors. Both of them went through terrible suffering and betrayal. Both have excellent art that has a classic feel to it. They also have intricate and compelling narratives, and the combat scenes are to die for.

I see a lot of similarities in the main characters and their resolve to fight and unwillingness to give up under pressure. The shows share a similar structure with the dark tournament being showed very similarly to the matches in Slam Dunk, with amazing 90’s art.

Long running battle shonens. Both main characters suddenly get powers and are surprisingly strong, and both use a huge sword. Similar pacing (fast) and story structure, although fundamentally different.

kind of same setting high school main cast kinda bl

Similarities: It involves MC who uses sex to level up his partner and harem.

Similarities: The same plot where MC got fired from his own party, but later the same party regret firing the MC. Both kicked out MC found out that they're better off of their own rather than take unappreciated shit from their former parties. Dissimilarities: One manga has the MC form a harem out of his own party. while the other MC only forms a single female MC as his only partner.

Both series involve a cult. In both cases, Mc investigates this cult and it keeps finding problems to investigate. Both MC are young adult. same intriguing vibe.

These are new-gen manga having legendary assassins as their protagonists. Both the MCs pretty much deviate from their line of work(being an assassin) and now live entirely different lives. Their assassination skills come in handy though. They have great action scenes and lots of comedy and lighthearted moments. Both are enjoyable and pretty fun to read.

Wholesome and domestic yet incredibly hard-hitting stories focused on the lives and developments of a couple where both parties suffer from trauma and/or disorders. Besides showcasing the way those conditions affect the characters' everyday routines, the romance aspect is also handled in a credible, well-established manner through mutual communication, multidimensional character writing and an above-average amount of heartwarming displays of both physical and emotional affection. Prepare your heartstrings.

Very much surprised these two don't have a reccomendation yet. First up, the main characters. Mash and Kitano-kun. Mash and Kitano and generally presented in similar ways, very clumsy and misunderstood, awkward teenage boys who somehow always find themselves in trouble. There are differences, such as Mash having no problem with pounding someone's face meanwhile Kitano absolutely hating violence, but the similarities are there. Next up the side cast, also rather similar. Guys who start of absolutely HATING mc but pretty soon realize that they are good friends actually. One thing that I like more about Angel Densetsu is the female cast, as the female characters in Mashle are honestly just plain awful and/or annoying. Sadge. Lastly the story...They are not alike at all, but they do have a very very similar tone. Both starting off as a pure comedy with maybe hints of seriousness but overall putting comedy first, later on though it starts focusing more on the fights and occasional drama.

Perverted fantasy comedies. Like, really out there perverted.

Cute, Heartwarming, and abit feeling of embarassed will come to you when you read this light novels. both characters are really cute and heartwarming on how they act to other sex, while the main character try to act cool and not to easily fall toward each other, their heart still got stolen. with a bit of comedy this is definetely a go to read romance light novel. even if you're not a fan of romance, you have to read this for at least the first volume to understand what is the catch in there.

Houkago wa, Isekai Kissa de Coffee (Isecafe) is definiely my highest rated light novel. with chill and casual way to introduce the character and the world around it. similar with Flying Witch in that regard if you asked me, but with huge different in the setting on how magic is used. Isecafe is about how a young men get teleported in another world and decide to make cafe in another world, from there the stories begin. Give it a try if you bored with genre that packed with action and dark story, it might suit your taste.

They're for shounen/young men, mean alot of fanservice. The story is not very strong but enough to carry the manga, however the story recently for 2.5-jigen no ririsa become more and more intense, it is worth to see what happened next. if you want something light to read manga or when you bored with nothing to do, i recommend this manga for you to read. give it a try and see what you thought on this manga.

Similar premise of humans gaining super powers and becoming another race within human society (choujin and yokuoni); Authors Sui Ishida and Mitabi Irohara share a similar style and storytelling sensibilities.

Both series are Shonen Jump titles that don't adhere to the edgy, action-packed reputation the magazine has garnered; instead, these series embrace the naturally weird and wonderful world of the creative arts. Though very different narratively, with Act-Age focusing on acting and Genkaku Picasso focusing on illustrative art with a splash of psychology, both series fully embrace their artistry and decide that reality should not be the limit.

Though tonally different, with Cells at Work being a high-stakes action narrative and Saint Young Men being a humorous slice of life narrative, both series have the wonderful quality of being entertainingly educational. Reading about the fights in Cells at Work familiarise you with the inner workings of the human body, whilst the funny skits in Saint Young Men introduce you to concepts in Christianity, Buddhism, and Japanese culture.

The core idea or both series are the same: in a world full of magic, the unmagical main character must literally brute-force their way through life using their comically outrageous strength. Though the two series differ in their approach to the subject, both have excellent command of comedic timing and are overflowing with fun energy.

I'm Sakamoto and Cromartie High School both specialise in absurdist comedy in a high school setting. The main characters create comedic scenarios in different ways; Sakamoto has so much charisma that he can seemingly warp reality to work in his favour, whilst Kamiyama is the only character with more than two braincells but slowly loses them over the course of the series by way of osmosis. Though I find the incredibly short chapters more effort to read due to reduced story flow, I actually prefer Cromartie High School as it utilises this quality to continually build punchlines on top of each other, meaning the more of Cromartie High School you read, the better it gets.

"Berserk" and "Vinland Saga" are two manga series that share similarities despite their distinct settings and storylines. Both delve into dark and mature themes, exploring the complexities of the human condition, the consequences of violence, and the challenges of morality. These series feature complex and evolving characters that undergo significant development throughout their journeys. Guts from "Berserk" and Thorfinn from "Vinland Saga" start as individuals driven by vengeance but gradually face personal growth, internal struggles, and the questioning of their beliefs. The narratives in both manga offer nuanced explorations of psychological depth, examining the impacts of trauma, the pursuit of redemption, and the search for a sense of purpose and identity. Additionally, both series are known for their intricate artwork, intense action sequences, and the ability to captivate readers with their compelling storytelling.

"Vagabond" and "Berserk" are similar manga series with historical settings, dark atmospheres, complex characters, and intense action. Both delve into the brutal realities of their respective worlds, exploring themes of war, violence, and personal growth. The protagonists, Musashi in "Vagabond" and Guts in "Berserk," undergo profound journeys, facing inner struggles, moral dilemmas, and questioning their roles in life. The series share a focus on destiny, purpose, and the search for meaning, while showcasing visceral combat scenes that highlight the characters' skills and the raw energy of their battles.

Both manga are rather short and tell a bittersweet, tragic story about two beings that teaches you something for life and makes you think about the future.

Berserk, Vagabond and Vinland Saga are iconic.

Berserk, Vagabond and Vinland Saga are iconic.

Both include girls caring for their sempai’s. Also both have the MC being in college

Both are edgy ultraviolent action manga with some existential horror and a lot of horny.

Both are edgy super robot manga with themes of existential horror and free will. Joshikouhei is a lot more sexual but if you got into Getter through its connection to Go Nagai you shouldn't be too shocked.

Tales of characters with terminal illness as their lives are near the closing.

La historia es bastante diferente, pero mantiene el toque gamberro que tiene Gantz y todo tipo que censura que omite este también lo hace Jagaan. Si bien es una historia que no está a la altura de Gantz, es igual de disfrutable que este (quitando algunas escenas que no deberían de existir porque no tienen sentido o es algo innecesario para la trama).

Similar funny and awkward energy of the couples, they speak their mind but there is also a number of miscommunications (but they get resolved quickly and dont ruin anything). Very similar humour.

these both torture the reader

Powerful MC with a lot of comedy and little to no romance! They're both supernatural and deal with paranormal beings like youkais and demons. MCs both stand out as they different "species"(?) from their peers but they are powerful yet timid at times.

Both feature a main cast of nine numbered individuals, who were essentially created as 'tools' to serve a specific purpose. No. 5 also occasionally features a promotional show where the characters in the show wear costumes directly referencing the costumes of the Cyborgs. The artstyle for these segments also imitate the Cyborg 009 manga.

They both take more realistic, dramatic takes on what it's like to be a Japanese idol. The main character is a famous idol who gets attacked by a crazy fan and does whatever it takes to disappear from them.

Same doomer vibe. The MC's of these two series are very similar. Both also have similar relationship dynamic with their girlfriends.

MCs portrayed as "dangerous Delinquents" when in reality they're attempting to better themselves because they''ve been lacking social relations throughout their lives. Beastars initally becomes heavy in romance, then shifts into several different genres such as mystery, action, discrimination etc. It especially explores a complex world-builidng where carnivore and herbivore deal with each other and there's many elements that have never been done in anime/manga. Fragrant Flower doesn't involve literal sluts and heavy topics, while it does progress with your typical anime tropes, it's still a charming character-driven romance that also goes in depths of other adorable characters. The melodramatic moments honestly makes this a laid-back read with unique art.

Both involves powerful mages who were trapped/prisoned for thousands of years After they return, they encounter a new body and hope to seek revenge on those who enslaved him

Atypical love between opposite partys - but funny nontheless! ;-)

With plot taking place during a war, both series show the hardships of kids trying to survive these nightmarish times. Both series are brutal and depressing, but also trying to show some positive moments in their reality.

Both series are about teenage men, who have some form of trauma done to the people close to them. In addition, they have something special to the and have to overcome some pseudo-supernatural villain who was originally human but is now juiced up and is a psychopath.

Both are isekai manga taking place after the original story. Both female protagonists propose to the condemned male love interest (the secondary love interest from the original story).

Agreed with the two users' recommendation above.

Both Oyasumi Punpun and Boku dake ga Inai Machi feature a child in an adult's world, navigating some heavy issues with cute and nostalgic moments scattered in. Both will tug on your heart strings, for sure. Finally, both series have a captivating and interesting art style.

Both male leads are single-mindedly devoted to the heroine and start off rather persistent.

Both are very cute and wholesome at first glace, but then it comes down to a girl trying her best to survive something horrifying.

Blah blah beauty standards and makeup, Kosane is really good, and if you like this and the author's other works, I very much recommend Kosane.

Underrated fantasy Isekai mangas with good world building and plot.

Both mangas similar aspects - both story has interesting God patreons - concept of healing - slow paced

Shimoneta gag manga about the daily lives of high school lesbians with comically exaggerated personalities, full of BDSM/kink and slapstick humour.

Two girls who, in constrast to their appearance, aren't just 2 young human girls. They are struggling to deal with their problems and things just don't want to go their way.

The AI just reminds me of Hollow Ichigo; The Art sometimes looks similar to panels from Bleach; The Gonma/Earth Demon looks like Kuchiki Byakuya;

the mc was accidentally sent to hell and they tried to return to earth long story short once the mc succeeded in mastering hell they managed to return to earth but their strength returned to normal, they tried to restore their strength and they tried to be stronger than before

Post apocaliptic world after some kind of creature took over japan

The characters are introduced in a quite similar way You can almost immediately recognize the similiarities between these two mangas Bullying theme and graphic content , both mc's have only one goal in mind which is to seek revenge and punish the bullies , and they are ready to do anything to achieve that. Both these manga are also not scared to show graphic content , the torture methods that are being used can be quite shocking to some people...

Both manga are about the lives of assassins when they aren't, well, assassinating people. Both are slice of life comedies that are good for those who aren't looking for something light to read

Both have a focus on work places and the relationships of the people who work there. Both are about people getting to know each other more. Both have similar female characters and both are seinen manga.

dreaming freedom also deals with themes of mental health, toxic relationships, and manipulative ML. dreaming freedom is slightly heavier than secret alliance so id approach this manhwa with caution if secret alliance invoked negative feelings.

both manhwas deal with psychological themes. they also include similar characters – chae yul and yul doosung – although, yul doosung never acts in ways chae yul did. a very good read if you like psychological stories.

Staying in hiding because safety is nowhere near is shared by the two of these manhwa. Training is necessary to be able to keep up with the dangers up ahead, and to be able to be the leader of a sect. The gritty artstyle enhances the fights.

Two boys who've been traumatized in their youth, encircled by death. They gather the courage and willpower to take back what was theirs and to make sure they won't be toyed with ever again. *They are creative and quick-witted to take down their opponents.

I recommend these two manga for those who wants to read a beautiful but tear-jerking fantasy story.

Both stories have deep emphasis on family themes, character development, drama & a rich world building.

I felt a similar kind of vibe when reading between both of them. But I say they're both underrated & unique isekai manga.

Delinquent bad boy falls for a good girl. Ranko Haruno is a first-year high school girl who lives her life by avoiding involvement with others. Home is the only place where she feels safe. But when her mother remarries, her new step-brother, Kaya Amamine, a junior-high boy, moves in. Kaya is quite a troublemaker who gets into fights and hangs out with a bad crowd. Worried that her quiet life is being threatened, Ranko confronts Kaya.

Good girl falls for delinquent bad boy. They were childhood sweethearts when they were very young (elementary school age), but she had to move away and lost contact. When she meets him again, she still loves him but he's no longer the sweet boy she remembers.

Creepy, unsettling horror about a curse regarding a specific theme - spirals/hair.

Both are manga with muscle girls with big titties. And both talk about exercise. Erotic x Anabolic is more about sports and how to gain muscle have a nice body, while Kintore Joshi is more about fanservice...

Powerful Main Character, Shadow abilities, other similar abilities and necromancy

both involve mothers who manipulate their sons lives

Both stories follow very FUNNY female leads in their Journey to level up in dungeons, the story is SO fresh for an isekai and is more their personal Journey than only love.

Protagonist in magical setting accidentally gathers absurdly large harem of girls with various abilities.

Both has very similar premises but World teacher is on the generic side.

Coming of age manga that involves actual and raw situations of teenagers transitioning to young adults with the way they try to assess their feelings and thoughts. Where there is no actual villain and that every character is as uniquely human as they get.

-Both manga have similar tones. -Both also has well-grounded world building & setting. -Both have a slow paced slice of life adventure feeling to them. -Both has a rich storyline & will make you cry.

The author of Saihate no Paladin (The faraway paladin) is heavily inspired by Mushoku tensei so if you like this one, I highly recommend that you read the other.

This is a cute and short manga that I think fans of Wotakoi might enjoy. It has a similar premise of a coworker romance with the mc hiding the secret hobby as an otaku. The romance is slower than Wotakoi but it's still pretty cute!

Both feature an animal hero that has over-exaggerated powers and is loved by humans in the manga (and possibly irl)

1-cunning and ambitious main characters 2-rpg style powers 3-the leads of both series have similar vibes 4-powerful secondary characters very willing to follow the protagonist to the last consequences 5-the protagonists manipulate almost everyone but they are still the most ethical and sensible sorry for grammatical errors, google translate

Returned back in time where the world suddenly changes along with their knowledge so they both are overpowered with faster growth rate than the others. Both take in place where there are systems and monsters.

Both main characters betrayed then almost dying but didnt and they try to take thier revenge

Takes place in a fantasy rpg like world both main characters betrayed tries to get their revenge

Both is set in a school setting and deals with gangs along the way. Both deals with the effects of bullying on various people and onto the MC themselves. Random chat features more romantic problems in comparison to Lookism, as it is in the Romance genre.

Both have a 'undead' boy falling for the main character. If you've read Hanako Kun then you know the manga is not afraid to go into dark topics . Hikaru is similar in that way.

The tone of Warui after the formula drops is pretty similar to the tone of later Watamote, though, Warui is more comedy-focused and doesn't have the "tension" that Watamote has.

Office romance, guys having similar personalities and being the bosses of their companies. Where relationships starts from nothing (the males persistence) and turn into something worth living for.

Pretty much the same, female knight from another world ends up in a japanese farm.

If you enjoy Spy x Family I really think you would enjoy Sakamoto Days. In Sakamoto Days you follow Taro Sakamoto a renowned assassin and the best in his field. But all of this changes ones he falls head over heels for his wife, retires from his profession and runs a convenience store with her. But as these things tend to go, 10 years later his skill and expertise are once again needed, and he is pushed back into the criminal world against his will. Despite that he does not break his promise to his wife, which was one of their many marriage rules :" Do not kill.” Throughout the entire adventure, little by little you learn about Sakamotos past life as a famous ex-assassin. It is a hilarious and adventures story, that gets more and more serious and suspenseful/ exciting as time goes on, but never loses its light-hearted and funny charm! Just like Spy x Familiy the manga has many fun interesting characters, plot lines and scenes. It is just a wonderful read and makes me always look forward for the next chapter. I would highly recommend this manga to anyone! Especially if you're in a reading/manga slump. It starts out fun and similar to a slice of life following a retired assassin in the first few chapters, but definitely becomes more intriguing and suspenseful as time goes on!

Children (not per se only as young people) making mistakes with their parents feeling obligated to correct those wrongs. Showing respect and care goes a long way and is preferable to making enemies left and right!

One of them has siblings who have the ability to read other people's thoughts while the other has the main character who has the ability to hear lies. Due to these supernatural skills the difficulties experienced by the characters since childhood, new and strong friendships formed over time, learning to look to the future with hope... All of them make these two manga similar. Anyone who read and loved one of the them is likely to enjoy the other.

The main idea for these stories is very similar. There is a girl neglected and abused by her family, due to resentment over what her dead mother stood for. She is rescued by a man with a bad reputation through an arranged marriage. The man accidentally falls for the girl and finds himself protecting her as she discovers her self worth and the joys of the world. Super powers also factor into both stories, with major characters having them. The stories also appear to be set in the same time period as historical works. If you like one of these stories, you're bound to enjoy the other.

Action stories about harem protagonists with metanarration/4th wall break elements.