Manga Recommendations

Finding fun and meaning in simple things in life. Female lead in Houkago is similar to Yugami because people can not tell what they are thinking. If you have read one of these series give the other one a try.

The way both series handle their mysteries is similair.

Both are high elf's wandering around the world and have created families other races children and have made miracles while traveling around. Though this is an original world while in leadale the mc is reincarnated in a game world after she died,but both are similarly enjoyable.

They remind me of each other in the sense that the there's a mystery connected to what happened in the past, which is told in bits and pieces throughout until you get the full picture. Same for characters' inner motivations, which look different at the surface until the story digs deeper into their past and current desires. There's also an emphasis on found family, and both manga have very well defined and important supporting characters. They also start slowly, but when the story starts to unravel everything makes sense and you can't put it down. If you loved one of these, chances are you'll love the other.

Both try about inhuman characters and their lives. Follows the same type of narrative, the same type of paneling and both share core themes in the long run

Both series involve an academy or institution that the main character has to endure. Tribulations and story events always prevent a peaceful school experience, and both have main characters thrust into a fictional world that they have extensive knowledge of. I am not sure if "Demon King of the Royal Class" is actually a harem, but I do think they both fit in a harem category. A lot of girls interact with both main characters. Both series are extremely good, and I don't know which is better, but I do like how "Demon King of the Royal Class" builds up its important events and the ability that the main character has is such an unique and cool ability.

Both series involve an academy or institution that the main character has to endure. Tribulations and story events always prevent a peaceful school experience, and both have main characters thrust into a fictional world that they have extensive knowledge of. I am not sure if "Demon King of the Royal Class" is actually a harem, but I do think they both fit in a harem category. A lot of girls interact with both main characters. Both series are extremely good, and I don't know which is better, but I do like how "Demon King of the Royal Class" builds up its important events and the ability that the main character has is such an unique and cool ability.

Both series have the main character know the events of the future, which is common in most series that have regression or an isekai that involve a game that the main character knows. Both main characters have knowledge of the game that they are playing, and they both want the best outcome of their stories. Both have harems, where the characters that they save feel affection for the main character. The main characters grow and develop, and they have enjoyable and entertaining personalities. The side characters have their own growth and notable moments, where the main character sometimes rely on the side characters to progress further. Both have interesting plots and can provide a great deal of fun while reading. I will say that The Extra's Academy Survival Guide is better in my opinion, but both series are a good baseline 7 or above.

similar writing styles!! Since reading chainsaw man I have not been able to find a manga that keeps my attention like chainsaw man did until reading Kaiju No. 8!! Highly recommend both!!

- both characters have similar personality - they both money hungry - isekai ed

Quiet/shy girl with black hair. Transforms in high school and meets popular boy. The difference is that Kazahaya in Kimi ni Todoke is fresh boy...and Kai in Honey Lemon Soda is more edgy "bad" (rly more lonely/confused) boy.

Both manga deal with the various bureaucratic processes/loopholes each respective series' protagonists take on to achieve their goals. Two sides of the same coin, a loan shark and a black swindler (Kurosagi), in a way both series complement each other since Kurosagi sees Kurosaki take on different roles to avenge people who've been swindled, and so does Minami no Teiou with Ginjiro Manda's schemes involving acting on behalf of the people he lent money to, though the former usually dresses the part. From what I've read both characters deal with unscrupulous/immoral foes but differ in how they operate since Kurosaki prefers to work as a figure shrouded in mystery while Ginjiro is a well-known personality in the underworld of delinquents and yakuza. One buys information about other swindlers and carries out punishment while the other relies heavily on intimidation and underhanded tactics to get back his money + interest even going as far as taking the funeral kouden (condolence money) from one of his victims. If you like one and wish for a different take on con artists you may want to check out the other. Please note Minami no Teiou's translation has eight chapters translated so far as of writing this recommendation.

Yona goes on a journey to gather the "four dragon warriors" who are inherently loyal to her in order to reclaim her kingdom, while Leticia embarks on missions or quests to save or protect her loved one, with the help of her "Wings," whom she meets along the way and who are also inherently dedicated to her. Both protagonists exhibit remarkable character development as they embark on a specific goal or mission while having protection from individuals who are faithful to them

Maybe it was because I read both at the same time but both series show a side beyond sports by focusing on their characters and their dreams.

You know the drill, reincarnated into a fantasy world, young children have to build up their fiefdoms. Both MCs have a similiar personality and enjoyably smooth progress to greatness.

Similarly to Kaguya Sama, Ao no Hako is another more mature take on the typical shounen romance formula. Ao no Hako may not be quite as well constructed as Kaguya, but it scratches a similar itch and it's core romance is incredibly compelling.

bunch of weirdos get into ridiculous situations and eat food. think of golden kamuy as non-fiction dunmeshi with ainu culture instead of dungeon fantasy

Both series focus on the lives of different art students and their journeys, struggles, and growth in art school. Both are deep and moving stories which contain beautiful artworks that showcase the characters' creations.

Both center on love, loss, and growing beyond ourselves.

Both MC play MMOs and spend their time just doing their own thing, producing unexpectedly powerful builds that no one can replicate.

both stories feature a weird black cat with one dominant facial feature that is very beloved by its owner despite other people clearly noticing that's its a lil freaky creature and not actually a cat! they both also lightly tragic themes of loneliness

Both are Dragon Quest homages where a powerful female demon in disguise and a human hero travel together and realize their respective races aren't inherently bad, but are pressured by the expectations and background conspiracies. Featuring a mixed bowl of comedy, romance, and horror.

Similar Power system, and is a very fast paced battle Shonun similar to JJK. Art wise, both Mangakas are fairly new and use similar techniques in the art style for creating characters giving it the same feel. Also replicates the same darker tone.

despite this being basically, dororos version of PLUTO. it somehow feels almost exactly like the beginning parts of the original gunnm series, both the harrowing gritty environment to the slice and dice swift melee to gun combat between multiple cyborg bodies clashing and often ending up in pieces, it really feels like im reading an alt universe alita manga.

Though Amaama to Inazuma lacks the fantasy elements of Isekai Omotenashi Gohan, both have a theme of enjoying bonds shared and deepened through meals, with a solemn undertone from growing up quick at a relatively young age and taking on familial/care-taking responsibilities.

Simiar vibe, both MC's are reincarnated as female characters and are eager to fight more powerful opponents. In Neta, MC is reincarnated as a game avatar, while in Eiyuuou, a king reincarnates to master martial arts. Both MC's get to fight an opponent 1-to-1 in terms of powers.

Similar feel, supernatural creature possessing one protagonist x the other protagonist having to deal with the consequences. It might go down a different route further along (also similar to Mieruko-chan)

Love Bullet and Lycoris Recoil are similar in that they’re both series with very good juxtaposition between cute young girls that seem like they are just doing cute things, but matched with a military aesthetic with some really well paced fights. Also both organizations are a kind of secret service that are completely unknown to the public.

similar vibes about normal life and yet assassins and fights

Both Akuma No Riddle and Shinigami Alice are yuri featuring teenage assassins. Though their stories are quite different, the vibe feels the same. In both manga, one of the leads is a killer who needs to remember how it is to feel human emotions, while the other is a noncombatant who is able to give her that.

Save it for the Honeymoon and Positively Yours, an office romance featuring a brown hair Female lead and a handsome black hair businessman. The FL in the beginning are against marriage as they try to learn love and move on from past struggles to then be able to open up to the idea of being in a relationship with the caring and supportive ML.

Business Proposal and Positively Yours feature a male lead who has black hair, is a professional businessman, and is normally cold in personality with others. But after meeting the female lead for the first time, the ML helplessly does whatever they can in order, to marry asap and win the heart of the unsure and cautious female lead. (Even Tapas itself had an event between the two comics lol.)

Both stories revolve around isekai'd protagonists that are playing a strategy game which involves around expanding their domain through insects and the like.

Both are strategy game settings where a player tries to expand their domain through their units.

Both series are extremely ecchi and they have similair comedy styles

Both series are a relaxing read.

Similar comedy that plays off the strange personalities of the main characters. This makes both mangas read in almost the same way although they share some differences. Yugami has a lot of comedy elements, but it's a bit more character-driven and there's more development throughout the story. Nozaki is mostly comedy-focused, but the characters still have very defined personalities. I personally enjoyed Yugami more for the story and main character, but Nozaki made me laugh in basically every chapter, and the characters are still great. If you enjoyed either of these series then you'd likely enjoy the other one.

Both utilize a magical means/contract of growing a relationship in a fantasy setting.

One of the few mono-no-aware manga that has come close to the same hopeful, resigned melancholy of YKK, with a sci-fantasy setting, a male MC, and a bit more plot. Features well-illustrated backgrounds, interesting lore, and an atmospheric space setting. Also, the author of Star Tripper was directly inspired by YKK, and has even interviewed Hitoshi Ashinano, the author of YKK.

When you get a Kamen Rider and a Power Ranger in a Isekai setting Both have a hero who is Isekai or reincarnated into a new world. One is an otaku who love hero stuff while the other is an actually hero. The difference is one is transported into a fantasy world and the other is reincarnated into a otome game.

I don't think that anyone who has read both series will argue that 'Douka Ore wo Houtteoite Kure: Nazeka Bocchi no Owatta Koukou Seikatsu wo Kanojo ga Kaeyou to Shitekuru' isn't 'heavily inspired' by oregairu. It doesn't only wear its influence on its sleeve, it is fully coated in it. This 'influence' is so blatantly obvious that the other aspects of the series kinda fall to the wayside. Some of the character interactions are passable and even fun in Douka, but nothing really comes close to Oregairu. If you somehow haven't read Oregairu yet you are in a for a treat. If it is the other way around you will have a decently fun time for what it is worth..

Webtoons in which the main character has found luck through disadvantages, making him one of the strongest players in the game/world, if not the strongest, such as by overpowered items/abilities. Mind you, these are not the typical power fantasy manhwa in which a MC is obsessed with stats and levelling up, rather the MC just does what he wants at each and every moment, for instance by trolling and/or mocking opponents. The manhwaga & artist have done a marvelous job at refreshing small details such as expressive facial expressions and references to other comics (+99 RWS is referenced in Divine Delivery, as well as Dragon Ball, Kaiji etc).

Both manga are humanist stories about intense emotional turmoil, twisted worldviews, and degeneracy that taints the romantic elements heavily. Both provide immensely disturbing material at times to provoke complex thoughts about the human condition, meaning of life, and societal secularism and possess unique artistic qualities to achieve and enhance such messages. Both also contain religious undertones dealing and explore existentialism through it.

Both series deal with the devolution of the main character. Both manga are about a young character (in contrast to their peers), learning to navigate a new world and use the powers they've obtained. Both manga are psychological.

Theyre both about "crossdressing boys" and go way deeper than you initially think.... They both depict very complicated feelings in a realistic manner about it

both are psychological shoujos that deal with dark themes, such as violence. the romance in mars is stronger tho, so if u weren't satisfied with oboreru knife's romance, then try mars!

These two are both satisfying GL manga that could be read in 1-2 hours. Story wise they are completely different.

MC has some sort of power that allows them to place themselves above others and have a major implication in society if they wish so. I personally really enjoy intelectual battles and they're the main reason I really liked Death Note so finding this hidden gem in a way shorter manga is a good taste of that as well!

I am honestly surprised no one has made this recommendation before. These two series have a lot in common. They are both drama romance series with a similar coming of age type story. I think that the way the main characters mature and develop their relationships with the people around them is particularly similar. The main difference between the two would be the heavier tone of Ibarahime, but even if that is normally not your thing I still think you should give it a shot.

In the beginning both start with relocation, but after that they become different. Both have fun and interesting story, they also are chill, although ''Barakamon'' is more dramatic, but that doesn't stop it from being humorous. Sometimes can feel the feeling of nostalgia and what you wanted to do but didn't as kid.

Both stories are about a human falling in love with a succubus. the only difference being Devil Ecstasy is more of a heart felt romance where Lillim Kiss is a lil more troupey, but it's about as short of a series as Lilim Kiss

Just like BTR, girl meets rock is also a manga about forming a band and playing guitar, the comedy is not bad either. The drama is better in girl meets rock imo. Bocchy the rock is more on the comedic side.

Similarities - the protagonists are from another world - have cheat skills, which make them overpowered - have female slaves which, which are affectionate for MC - are intimate with their female slaves

Both have scifi worlds that is hostile to our mcs. Both have a main duo that have complicated , somewhat hostile relationships.

Both Roid and Chobits use the potential of a romance between a human and a robot to explore larger questions of the role of robots in human society, and where the line between robot and human can be drawn. Roid focuses more on the technical aspects of robotics, while Chobits is more about the emotions involved.

Beautiful stories of healing and reconnection after trauma in relationships, with the support of friends and acquaintances.

You like young, cute boys? You're a sucker for magic/fantasy? You want a bit of romance? Then you'll likely enjoy these two. While Negima is longer and male-targeted, and MeruPuri is an isekai-ish shoujo, both main characters have a goal to achieve and an initially difficult relationship with their counterpart.

Spicy and romantic stories with the average male mc point of view and a selection of girls. Lenght and enjoyment may vary, but author and style are the same. Catch either of these if you're into fanservice-driven comedy or just miss your school years' crush.

A cast of eccentric characters brought together by paranormal activity A lighthearted tone that can shift to moments of genuine exploration of humanity

The manga have a similar vibe, and I don't know if it's only me. Both of them have a similar beginning: a high school boy who learns martial arts and continues to learn throughout the manga to fight increasingly stronger opponents. In Ranma 1/2, the protagonist, Ranma Saotome, is cursed to transform into a girl when splashed with cold water and returns to being a boy with hot water. This adds a unique twist to his martial arts training and daily life. On the other hand, in Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple, the protagonist, Kenichi Shirahama, starts as a weak and timid high school student who gains confidence and strength through rigorous martial arts training at the Ryozanpaku dojo. Both stories emphasize personal growth, perseverance, and the importance of never giving up despite challenges. The main characters face various adversaries, each more powerful than the last, which drives them to continuously improve their skills. Both of them have the same love pattern, a slow romance where there is love but it does not result in something official. In Ranma 1/2, Ranma's relationship with Akane Tendo is filled with comedic misunderstandings and romantic tension, culminating in chapter 407 with an event that can be interpreted as a wedding. In Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple, Kenichi's relationship with Miu Furinji develops gradually, with subtle hints of affection and mutual support. By the final chapters, there is a strong indication that they have become a couple. Additionally, both manga feature a diverse cast of characters who contribute to the protagonists' development and add depth to the story. The mix of humor, action, and romance in both series creates a captivating narrative that resonates with readers.

Both are the same type of fluffy romance you would read casually. If you enjoyed this manga, you will enjoy Bonnouji too.

Even though the two works have different atmospheres, the similarities between their main characters are noteworthy. Both of their families are poor, They both read a lot of books, Both of them end up in the library, They both want to be adopted by the noble family (one is adopted while the other refuses), Both are powerful, but power has different consequences.

A troubled guy and an interesting cheerful girl. Great writing and really wholesome character interactions. The characters feel realistic and worth cheering for.

If you like Spy x Family you will love Yozakura family. The story has more depth and better written, each character is unique and has better world building in my opinion. Although it might seem like a kids manga, it does have a serious tone when it needs, the action scenes are top tier, the comedy is gold, the relationship between Taiyo & Mutsumi is so adorabel and sweet. I can see why Spy x family is more popular, mostly due to the fact the main 3 characters appeal to a wider audience such as Yor appealing to both boys and adult men, Loid to teenage girls and woman and Anya to children or parents. Compared to Yozakura family is mostly teenagers it might not appeal to a wider audience but that´s where you are wrong the character development in some of characters far exceeds Spy x family and unlike Spy x family (for the moment) we can see an age progression of the characters. I like Spy x family, but when a friend recommended me "Yozakura Family" it completely changed my view of thinking Spy x family was the best spy animanga. It is trully worth a read. It´s become one of my favourite mangas!!! Plus the anime has just come out which is a plus!

Both use Game systems and have OP MC's, but ORV goes more in depth with their characters, while Solo Leveling is more about creating epic moments.

Great interaction between two main characters in a high school setting. You are going to end up loving their discussions. While the MC in Giji Harem is not popular with girls, the MC in Yugami is not interested in people in general. The female leads in both series end up spending a lot of time together with the MC. While the plot is totally different, they give similar slice of life vibe and are fun to read.

Both feature tomboyish/princely female leads that have a dere side with their romantic interest.

I cannot fathom how much Yuzu and Mei look like Misaki and Usui if they were a lesbian couple, and while i mean that in terms of appearance, Mei, who look like Misaki, is too a student council president with a rude and cold personality

Otaku characters struggle with emotions and society as they relate to being otaku.

Typical long running shonen jump story structure, great power systems, fights and characters in both. Early on too with Goku’s Saiyan instinct feels a bit like the ‘Demon trapped in the main character’ trope but it gets kinda dropped later on.

They explore deep emotional connections and the complexities of love, often delving into themes of longing, separation, and the struggles of maintaining a relationship.

There both so sweet and fluffy and nice, it's a well written manga and i enjoyed it!!

The stories take place in the inner palace and the MLs have a hidden identity in both works. Plotwise, I wouldn't compare Apothecary diaries with AMMWC since there are hardly any similarities aside from the above two, but it is worth checking out both mangas. The protagonists are entertaining, likeable and well-written, the plot is exciting. As of now, Apothecary diaries is a more complex story with politics involved, while MM is an easier read full of hilarious moments.

Similar as the story focuses on how a party had banished one member where the readers get to see results of both sides' perspective.

Both have antihero who are drawn in a beautiful art. It contains complex mature themes and a destiny fight beetwen two "main" characters.

age gap romance

complicated relationships

* similar art style / exaggerated character designs. * similar humour. * fantasy setting. * powers that fit within a set of rules. * large group of distinct villains. * very powerful but goofy mc.

Both of the storys are both about delinquents. Hectopascal is more about revenge, the mc was fighting against the gang nexus and got drained down because of court settlement payments, but after 2 years someone finds him to fight nexus with him (and finances arent a problem anymore because the guy runs a big corporate) DesignatedBully is about a Guy named Dajun that gets hired to go give a school with bullys to beat them and make lessen bullys on the school. The story starts with fighting and sometimes other routs (the same with early Hanlim Gym about the drugs) and later the story starts to differ and quit the vicious circle Simelarities: 1 High School based 2 Big Company subsidizes the mc 3 fighting 4 delinquents 5 fight hierarchy 6 underworld 7 illegal money making

Basically ditto. Eating and enjoying foods one in her work break and another in their high-school break. Different kinds of foods, stories and places are one of the things of these manga.

Both protagonists are enjoying their daily life earnestly and exploring their surroundings.

Both entries are official sequels to the iconic, extremely popular shounen manga series that started their serialization in 1980s. Both of them began their serialization years after the original stories' serialization had ended, offering similar type of experience and the same genre, with the story (or, as in Saint Seiya: Next Dimension's case, art as well) written and supervised by the original authors.

Another p5 spinoff manga :)

If you're looking for a series with a similar vibe, then you might like this! Both series have a noir aesthetic + supernatural elements

Both series involve monsters/supernatural creatures and take place in a school setting. However, Illustrated Guide is much more lighthearted and comedic in comparison to Hanako Kun.

The battle systems are really similar to each other, and Yoh has the same cool and chill vibe as Soul.

The series have very quirky Female Leads that tries to catch the attention of the Male Leads, by emphasizing their misunderstandings of what they think they know of the Male Leads. Also, both male Leads are the stoic types that starts to gain in interest in the Female Leads due to the amusing misunderstandings and antics of the Female Leads. They also fall for the Female Leads first. Lastly, both focus on aristocratic society.

These manga deal with infections and invasions in their own manner, both with horrifying, disgusting imagery and tragedy befalling the world around them

Distressing manga that function as character studies of deeply disturbed and misunderstood individuals and their struggle in day to day life as outsiders in their respective fields

Cute manga about non-traditional pets with a slight supernatural element.

when I think about it, Samurai Deeper Kyo feels like the prototype of Bleach at least in terms of doing sword fight stuff but has some kind of ability. the itch of that kind of fight you want on Bleach might be there on Samurai Deeper Kyo.

Spy x Family and Sakamoto Days are two popular manga that share several intriguing similarities, making both of them highly engaging reads. First, both manga excel in their unique genre combinations. Spy x Family masterfully blends action, comedy, and slice-of-life elements within the family sphere, while Sakamoto Days focused on action and comedy. Both manga deliver thrilling yet entertaining stories with a brilliant touch of humor. Second, the protagonists in both manga have fascinating and unusual backgrounds. Loid Forger from Spy x Family is a spy who must disguise himself as the father of a fake family, whereas Sakamoto Taro from Sakamoto Days is a former hitman now living as a peaceful convenience store owner. Both characters strive to hide their violent pasts while leading more normal and peaceful lives. Furthermore, the character relationships in both manga add to the story's appeal. In Spy x Family, the dynamic between Loid, Yor (his wife who is actually an assassin), and Anya (their adopted daughter with mind-reading ability) provides constant emotional depth and humor. In Sakamoto Days, the interactions between Sakamoto, his co-worker Shin (a telepath), and other characters around them create delightful and entertaining interactions.

-Same author -Romance between two people in some sort of time phenomenon -Part of the same series (Four Seasons series, this is the Autumn entry) -Story about finding yourself

A dark manga about complicated relationships.

Both stories explore the emotions of teenagers in a very grounded/mature and refreshing way. And both have great art styles that thrive in their simplicity.

Both stories are about a girl that gets reincarnated and want to protect the female main character from the original story from the love interests. One of the love interests that was originally interested in the original main character starts being interested in her instead.

These are romantic comedies that are both funny and heartwarming.

both well made management-centered isekai, grounded and realistic, in which the mc becomes a ruler, in one case as a god, in the other rising from dust to become a king in both the magic is not over the top nor omnipresent

Set in worlds devastated by constant monster invasions. The main characters were "possessed" by a monster, became one, and gained world-destroying power. Join monster extermination organizations and get abused by the higher-ups because of their monster status. Comparatively, RaiRaiRai is a less edgy, more comedic, and female MC battle shounen.

Both are about the life of high school boys just doing what they want. Both are funny and have jokes around high school boys friendship.