JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken (TV)


JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (2012)

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Synonyms: JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken (2012), Battle Tendency, Phantom Blood, Sentou Chouryuu, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure The Animation
Japanese: ジョジョの奇妙な冒険
English: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (2012)
German: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood
Spanish: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. Phantom Blood
French: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
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Type: TV
Episodes: 26
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Oct 6, 2012 to Apr 6, 2013
Premiered: Fall 2012
Broadcast: Saturdays at 00:30 (JST)
Studios: David Production
Source: Manga
Genres: ActionAction, AdventureAdventure, SupernaturalSupernatural
Themes: HistoricalHistorical, VampireVampire
Demographic: ShounenShounen
Duration: 24 min. per ep.
Rating: R - 17+ (violence & profanity)

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Score: 7.881 (scored by 10729671,072,967 users)
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Ranked: #8262
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Popularity: #59
Members: 1,660,945
Favorites: 37,104

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both are new versions of their original anime/manga both pure and original Shounen great story with good characters. MC's family is dysfunctional many of your shounen favourites were inspired or taken from these two. some great seiyuu's in it. even the bad guys are likable 
report Recommended by supermegasonic
-Both main protagonist and antagonist look and act similar to each other. -Both series have a side character giving long exposition on the current situation in the battle -Expect a manly tear here and there  
report Recommended by Daitomodachi
Both are wilfully ridiculous and over-the-top macho silliness revolving around seemingly idiotic protagonists who both have an excellent knack for gambits. 
report Recommended by Lindle
Fights by any place with personal styles and a bit bloody. The body of the characters can squirm-himself to kick or punch of the best way and without time to boring! 
report Recommended by Ranxomare
Two popular anime where the settings are memorable, as it would deal with the how characters faced battles amongst others and themselves due to times of joy, adventure, defeat and agony. 
report Recommended by albertbrown
bad guy not like sun. good breathing. 
report Recommended by TommyTours
If you're looking at these two as a comparison of similar anime stories, don't, there isn't one. Instead look at these two as having a similarity of overabundant histrionics (lot of shouting and overacting) and male characters that are very gar. The storylines are simple within themselves. Just remember that these two series are both over-the-top, so be ready for it. 
report Recommended by Dodecahedron-O24
Both are historical adventure series based on acclaimed manga series that while action packed and goofy, are not afraid to get violent and bloody. The heroes in both are daring and clever (Sugimoto is essentially a synthesis of Jonathan and Joseph), and the villains in both are crazy insane. 
report Recommended by Dewelleric
Vampires, Nazis and over the top action. both series are equally ludicrous. hellsing isn't as macho as jojo but it has ridiculous amounts of gore. 
report Recommended by emueswil
- These series have some of the most ri-god-damn-diculous scenarios I’ve seen in anime, and they can pull off over the top comedy and reactions in the best way - Both are long series with multiple parts and plenty of action (Gintama is around 370 episodes and Jojo is over 150 and still being adapted to anime at the time I’m writing this) - Both have historical settings with fantasy/sci-fi elements - Gintama is set in an alternate Edo-period Japan that is also inhabited by various alien races, while Jojo is set throughout various time periods starting in Victorian England and has many characters with mystical powers -  read more 
report Recommended by OmaLee
Both are from the same author, see Boah is enjoyed more if you've seen Jojo's 
report Recommended by juniornff
Also to me, the powers in both seriers (all parts) seem to be somewhat similar. The powers can take often take form apart from the user. They even have a certain degree of autonomy, and individual names. Certain limitations apply, for example regarding range. The "stand" system in Jojo seems more elaborate to me though. However, the more chaotic manifestations in Bungou Stray Dogs can be a fun watch too. 
report Recommended by Estefan
These 2 shows are not similar in regards of plot or characters. The main themes are severely different. But Oreshura has a lot of jokes that are built on references from JoJo. The comedy is hilarious if you've already seen JoJo, and if you haven't, you'll miss out on a lot of them. So if you've watched JoJo, give Oreshura a try. And if you're looking to give Oreshura a shot, consider watching JoJo first. As stated in the anime; "at least watch part 4".  
report Recommended by Alva_UwU
I think Dorohedoro and the JoJo series are quite similar, not only due to the bizarre circumstances the characters always find themselves in, but also due to the unique way they combine comedy and horror. Colorful art, zany characters, and a thrilling and action-packed story, make these two anime share a similar vibe. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both anime are very over-theatric especially when it comes to how the main characters talk. Both of the main characters are geniuses when it comes to their quick thinking in handling situations. 
report Recommended by trigger_segfault
Both series features a lot of action and drama. The main male protagonist in both series are also tough, independent, and strong. Both series has a great story with insightful characters. They also feature supernatural elements involving the story that has a similar atmosphere.  
report Recommended by Stark700
ok, so many people don't link between those two anime, so i link. the two animes bring you to adventure, and for "adventure guys" that a must to watch both. 
report Recommended by indyKD
Both anime feature strong protagonists, who have to defeat seemingly invincible enemies who threaten humanity. Both have a lot of over the top action and some comedy. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both are incredibly over the top anime fill with insane epic battles that are crazy, funny and just fun to watch, both anime will have you on the edge of your seat.  
report Recommended by Jayage
Yuu-Yuu-Hakusho and JoJo's Bizzare adventures are both classic action anime which delve into the supernatural, yet delve into the supernatural realm in a manner which stood out for their time. 
report Recommended by Yemi_Hikari
While the manga of JoJo is seen as one of the forefathers of standard battle manga/anime, Ushio to Tora's manga is seen as one of the forefathers of youkai battle manga/anime. Both of these anime have an old-school feel to them and are re-adaptations of manga that got sub-par OVAs years ago. Also, they both have great action scenes and can get a bit brutal at times (JoJo especially). Both anime should be watched before other mainstream shounen because they have influenced those mainstream shounen. At least, that's what I think. 
report Recommended by usnb-bjuN-SU
-Both feature distinct and well defined characters -Both have a band of adventurers on a journey, though the Jojos have significantly less company -Both have settings based on the real world, though of course Jojo's is much more exaggerated than Vinland Saga's 
report Recommended by thelectricow
Both include people with superpowers. Although Boku No definitley has a better plot, Jojo has great characters and animation. 
report Recommended by PretzelDawg
Both anime have OP characters fighting in puzzle fights. Almost every character in these two animes are really buffed. Every character has a different power to defeat a enemy. There also are Jojo refferences in Jujutsu Kaisen. 
report Recommended by OfficialNarwal
We have two vampire series from the 1980s or earlier which helped shaped series which came along later on, yet both have their own twists on the genre which may not seem new anymore, but were back then. 
report Recommended by Yemi_Hikari
Monogatari and Jojo have completely diferent structure, but both have unique artstyle, poses, comedy and bizarre elements. 
report Recommended by Rainmaker4196
Both anime are based on typical 80's shounen manga, full of badass characters and exaggerated manliness. Both series also have several characters and techniques named after heavy metal and rock bands/musicians, like Black Sabbath, Beatles, Metallica and Yes. 
report Recommended by BDL
At the start of the Terra Formars series, I would never have thought I'd be comparing this show with Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. How could a show about cockroaches killing humans be similar to a show about vampires and pillar men? After watching about 10 episodes, I found the answer. The answer is very simple. They're both outrageous. Simply outrageous. Let's take a look at Jojo first of all and see why it succeeded as the popular anime we know today. Characters are know to be extremely muscular and GAR. Side characters are constantly dying. The battles are remarkably memorable and particularly so extraordinary to the point the  read more 
report Recommended by KimchiHydralisk
Both series are loaded with super muscular men, full shounen style and packed with comedy! 
report Recommended by Kururu4ever
Both are dark yet tongue-in-cheek fantasy stories based off late 80s shonen manga with a cast full of manly men and a surprising amount of women who can hold their own as well. They are also packed to the gills full of western music and pop culture references and influences. 
report Recommended by iBlewupthemoon
Both shows take GAR to a whole new level. Who doesn't like seeing buffed men fight with each other right? Both of these are filled with fight scenes and manliness. Though Berserk is more bloody so if you're a pussy you might wanna reconsider. They're both awesome though so you don't wanna miss out. 
report Recommended by PrimeX
Manly shows with fighting evil and some (mostly unintentional) funny moments. 
report Recommended by Frezlaj
Docchi mo Maid and Jojo's include: -magic, -ecchi humor, but are not solely focusing on that, -kilotons of fun, -unique art, -unique villains, -annoying s*uts, (according to Frilly and Jotaro) -happy ending, -love for sea life, What Docchi mo Maid does not include: -Speedwagon. Watch JoJo. 
report Recommended by Chop_in
Both shows involve intense psychological battles, where characters are constantly predicting each other's actions. 
report Recommended by Kww_121
1)Both Have Baddass MC's and Antagonist 2)Jojo is similar to Dr.Stone though in some muscular building and some scene 3)Both has Great action scene like Jojo's 4)Both Anime is Great and Hilarious in some point  
report Recommended by SoraTheSky808568
Just like Naruto, JoJo's in an amazing Shounen anime. In both anime the main character has to train to become stronger to defeat the villain. Didn't like Naruto's filler episodes? Now, don't you worry, for JoJo's has no filler! 
report Recommended by Lilly_ASW321
1. Colorful 2. Action 3. Goofy in a way 4. Only exception is akudama has a better start then jojo 
report Recommended by RagonWest
Both Dr Tenma and Jonathan Joestar share a strong sense of justice, pursuing a blond serial killer. 
report Recommended by Shyra_
JoJo is about manliest men ever. Madoka is about girliest magic girls ever. There are stories that can make you laugh, cry and "what`s going on" at the same time.  
report Recommended by pururin-rin
Main character fight against supernatural beings in stylish and cinematic way. Both are very tactical (at least most of the time). JoJo use a little bit more of it in the second part which can become ridiculous at times, but i think it part of the fun. Messina and Loggins remind me a bit of Shiroganehiko and Koganehiko. 
report Recommended by NoBleachNoLife
Joseph Joestar and Lupin III are similar characters in how they are cheeky scoundrels who use fun bs like crazy disguises, bait and switches, and maneuvres to win the day. Fun adventures 
report Recommended by SadSceneryBoi
This recommendation is intended for people who enjoyed the Phantom Blood arc more than the Battle Tendency arc. Saint Seiya just oozes the same energy Jonathan's chapter does. It's all about heroism, cheesy melodrama, and absurd displays of power. You get a cast of flamboyant, perfectly toned young boys fighting the forces of evil while striking the silliest of poses and reciting monologues about honor, fighting spirit, the cosmos and whatnot, taking all the dumb writing the author throws at them, extremely seriously. Add some Engrish to the mix, and you got a perfect recommendation for someone looking for an experience akin to the classic  read more 
report Recommended by ninja666
The death of a beloved family member sets two men on different paths. One wants to control everything. The other wants to stop him. 
report Recommended by HunterRose
Both are modern anime adaptations of classic manga from the 1980's. They both have a protagonist, who use their superhuman abilities to fight strong evil creatures (vampires in JoJo, zoanoids in Guyver). You get plenty of action with blood and gore in these shows. The big difference between the two is that JoJo is more supernatural, while The Guyver is sci-fi. If you like one, you will enjoy the other.  
report Recommended by Hellspawn28
Both titles are based on old school franchises from the 1980's. Both anime feature a main protagonist who fights against vampires and other various nightmarish creatures. Both are action-packed anime with blood and gore. They also have a similar dark atmosphere. If you like one, you will enjoy the other.  
report Recommended by Hellspawn28
Both of them are action and fast-paced anime that will make you feel the flow for real..they have some good fights and humor as well..they include the adventures of travelling main characters that are looking for their friends/ facing evil guys 
report Recommended by Moayedz
Mudazumo Naki Kaikaku, although short, is made to be literally Jojo's Bizarre Adventure featuring satirical real life world leaders deciding political affairs in games of Mahjong. That means, you will get to see Junichiro Koizumi, previously Japan's Prime Minister, clashing directly with people like the Bushs, North Korea dictators, and China's proeminent political figures: all of this with the over the top action and exaggerated situations intrinsic to Jojo. 
report Recommended by eldritch
Both Dio and Yujiro Hanma are forces that can't be defeated or reason with. Both series has that style of strong and big muscular men (look at 15 year old "kid" Kaoru Hanayama) The part 1 of Jojo is about Jonathan wanting to defeat his evil vampiric "brother". In case of Baki, he wants to defeat his father that is know as the strongest of the world (he can even stop eartquakes with one punch in the Earth). Both stories has those moments of absurdity (search Baki in youtube and you get lots of cool scenes). I also recommend Baki because he's a anime without powers. All fights are 100%  read more 
report Recommended by pmso
-both have a wild color pallett and similarly wild and crazy plots/events 
report Recommended by Pheonixlea
Both have muscular men fighting, amazing OST and similar masculine character designs. 
report Recommended by Weebbe
If you like Jojo's bizarre adventure, Food wars is made for you. If Jojo is about fights and stands, then food wars is about cooking battle and ustensils, in each Jojo episode there is a new fighter with a new stand, and each character must use their abilities to face the adversary. Well this is exactly the same in Shokugeki no Soma, in each episode, there's a new battle, of course the main characters use different techniques, like Jotaro's and Polnareff's stands can use their environment, or anything, cookers can use different tools, different casseroles, ovens, sauces, spices, ingredients, each character has his own abilities  read more 
report Recommended by FloRathalos
features men expressing their selves with their fists. 
report Recommended by 3amWater
really similar art design and clothes too 
report Recommended by Gol-D-Samuel
- cool mc - lineage family - main villain wants to kill the whole family - horror themed 
report Recommended by mason_black
both animes how a few similarities like: both anime have creatures which burn in sunlight and are based of vampires both anime have some type of breathing like hamon and demon slayer breath styles 
report Recommended by AshButDummer
Both series are really bizarre, crazy, surrealist and have a lot of comedy and action. They both are heavy influenced by western media, have an unique art-style and a great OST. And they both constantly make references to pop culture. While Panty & Stocking is just pure comedy, JoJo's has a way more serious plot. But besides that I think they both have many things in common. So if you enjoyed one of this series I'm sure you'll enjoy the other. 
report Recommended by Gera64
Cheesy manliness at peak. 
report Recommended by i-loathe-sasuke
Both are bombastic and dramatic with characters embodied by larger-than-life personalities and auras. And Aomine would fit just fine in any Jojo part. 
report Recommended by OvileeDay
Tale of father and son. 
report Recommended by hoge-san
For both franchises as a whole: Long series that change each part/series. Both made back in the 80s (79 for Gundam). Both have a strong cult following that grows over time. Both have tons of merch. Both have a similar element of power, Gundams are like the main stands and mobile suits are like the side enemy's stands. Both have a very cool blond dude who basically controls the narrative and makes unexpected appearances. Good guys be like 17 or 15 and the bad guys also be like in their 30s or maybe 20s. Great music. Great designs for the main instruments of power (Stands/Mobile suits). Once you watch them, you'll be hooked for life. Both  read more 
report Recommended by alexspooky
Both are historical anime set around the same time, but in different parts of the world. Both have vampires and the supernatural as main parts of their worlds. The main characters are two males, one being a vampire, the other being a human. Both have subtle boy-love elements. 
report Recommended by Eziprez
The power of alchemy and harmon are kinda similar, both are set in the past with similar technology and both have lovable characters each with a good backstory. 
report Recommended by itsMSMO
It has great art, great characters, great story, and a great fanbase. 
report Recommended by Emossh
Adventure,magic and friendship Sao is more serious and dark,jojo have funny moment on some fights 
report Recommended by ishowhatred
Both have a strong emphasis on family heritage and adventure where the characters meet enemies and allies along the way and often have to use their wit to get out of situations. Both also start in Europe.  
report Recommended by VioLink
Despite in slayers protagonist is a small woman both titles shares the same spirit of the adventure, they care much about action and less about character development. JoJo is just Slayers in modern setting, where magic seems just a bit more realistic and all main characters are bulky men. 
report Recommended by Chesanita
- Both series have smart protagonists. - The battles rely more on wits than fists. - The color scheme is similar at times. - Both series have supernatural elements and creatures in them. 
report Recommended by FervidJubatus
You'll see some random stuff in those both animes. Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo takes the "random" concept in a comedy way, and Jojo's Bizarre Adventure in an intentional weird way. While the first one is pure dadaist, surreal, absurd comedy, the second one tries to be serious and its really weird scenes seems to be logical when you watch them in context. They also share a "manly" main character (with some sense of fashion, you know) and unexpected secondary characters. 
report Recommended by Hypeantonio
The art style is very similar and so is the overall atmosphere. If you like flamboyant, loud characters and action, you'll most likely like watching it. 
report Recommended by MoonPhos
The events in both of these OVAs happen in a post-apocalyptic world. The main characters are both tall, muscular and very powerful men. They also try to help innocent people by killing evildoers in gory and violent ways.  
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both are anime based on manga published by Shounen Jump. They have a lot of action and an interesting power system. Fights are usually won through strategy and planning, instead of raw strength. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Hilarious, unexpected and over-the-top balanced together perfectly. Just like JoJo/Sakamoto 
report Recommended by mrzangetsu
Both of these anime fall under the same demographic and are intended for a similar audience. They feature a main protagonist who fights against supernatural creatures (vampires in JoJo, demons in Devilman). They also contain a lot of gore and violence. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both of these anime fall under the same demographic and are intended for a similar audience. They feature a main protagonist who fights against supernatural creatures (vampires in JoJo, demons in Devilman). They also contain a lot of gore and violence. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
While the plots of these two anime are different, they both have the same atmosphere and give off the same feel to the viewer. Both feature flashy colors, over the top action, GAR characters and manly tears. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both anime have been influenced by Hokuto no Ken, and share some plot elements. In both anime, the protagonist is blessed with inhuman strength and uses it to defeat evildoers. Also, both anime show a conflict between two siblings. Apart from the plot, both anime also have a similar character design, having many manly muscular male characters. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both of these anime fall under the same demographic and are intended for a similar audience. They feature a main protagonist who fights against supernatural creatures (vampires in JoJo, demons in Devilman). They also contain a lot of gore and violence. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
There's plenty of action and fights. Both protagonists lose their family, have a girl they love and want to protect. There's monsters (Creatures wanting to kill people in Zetman) and zombies/vampries (in JoJo) Both protagonists want to become strong, they want to do what's right and end up fighting the "evil" 
report Recommended by Hutai
Friendship, hatred etc. Both stories are just amazing. I don't wanna explain why I think they're similar, just find out for yourself. You won't regret. 
report Recommended by Azzo67890
Dumb fun that keeps you entertained like no other series. 
report Recommended by Ignisalge
Gentle and lazy blue haired protagonist and his legacy fighting a charismatic fabulous blond stud with cosmic ambition and looser morals through battle of wits in a sprawling epic where nobody is plot armored. LotGH is far more serious, realistic, politically and militarily centred, science fiction/space opera, the perfect seinen, while JoJo is well bizarre, very creative in its setting, supernatural with super powers, the perfect shounen. Good old retro titles, seminal masterpieces, influencing the entire medium, and getting a re-adaptation nowadays! Bonus: both strongly influenced Death Note. 
report Recommended by Roruman
JoJo is the gold (platinum?) star standard when it comes to things likely to be referenced to by chuunibyou characters, and Inou-battle is no exception. Whilst I wouldn't recommend Inou-battle to JoJo lovers, but I do think anyone who's watched Inou-battle without watching/reading JoJo should correct that life-error immediately. You must have missed so many references... 
report Recommended by Lemon
Both have a handsome blonde fabulous vampire voiced by Takehito Koyasu. Both have great action sequences and are enjoyable to watch. 
report Recommended by haurock
Both series have a great sense of adventure and interesting overworlds settled in real-life time periods (Jojo is at the end of the XIX century, while Bahamut is during the medieval era). Also, the protagonist of Jojo's Part 2 - Joseph, is likely similar to Favaro, with that cocky attitude and how they use dirty trick to fight their enemies. And that they care deeply about their family and friends but would never admit it. 
report Recommended by eddykapo
If you saw JoJo 2012 and decided you really like manly men doing manly things, you will love Hokuto no Ken: the movie from 1984. The manliest anime EVER! Accept no substitutes! 
report Recommended by literaturenerd
Both have the same thematic of light versus darkness. Both have a stylistic and charismatic duo who fights against dark creatures. Both have the good and the bad side trying to get a special item that will gives the owner more power. Both have good dramatic fights and scenes. 
report Recommended by AbsoluteXandy
Since Hokuto no Ken was a major influence for the early parts of JoJo, I'd say these anime have a lot of similarities. The character designs and very similar, and there is a lot of action and violence. The stories are also similar, as they both focus on a fight between two brothers: one that is overly ambitious, and the other one who is trying to stop him. Destiny is also a major theme in both series. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both anime have a similar setting, as they are both set in Victorian-era England. In both anime, the main protagonists are noblemen, whose lives are turned upside down after the death of their parents. Both anime have supernatural elements and creatures, with JoJo having vampires and Kuroshitsuji having demons. They both also tackle the infamous case of Jack the Ripper. Both anime have a lot of action, as well as some homosexual undertones. Overall, they have a similar atmosphere. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Age's 1st & 2nd arcs are reminiscent to that of JoJo's first two parts. Age & JoJo creates a span of story taking from one ancestor to their descendants including the prolonging of their arch nemesis. Flit-Jonathan Asemu and Kio-Joseph Desil-Dio Zeheart-Kars 
report Recommended by WingZeroRequiem
Both series features a lot of action and the main male protagonist is a strong character with his own ambitions. Both series has similar artwork and style with exaggerated comedy and violence. They both take action and presents it in an entertaining way that's more than the typical 'strategy/shounen' fights. Both series has a shounen vibe to them that has a old school feeling. 
report Recommended by Stark700
While Jojo's Bizarre Adventure takes it to a slightly higher level in terms of action and fighting, the Kenichi OVA's still manage to entertain the viewer by providing a well continuation of the prequel story and adds on top of that better art and animation which is similar to Jojo's art but also with better and more intense fights! 
report Recommended by RafaelDeJongh
I'd recomend all the jojo's that have come out but i guess with one it's enough The whole setting, the drama, the questions arising on how the hell is everything happenning and exposition at the end reminds me a whole lot about jojo and it's because it's not exciting watching them win or knowing they will win It's H O W they manage to win. 
report Recommended by KirisameMaricha
These two anime titles are modern anime adaptions of classic manga. In both anime, the main protagonist uses their superhuman abilities to fight supernatural creatures and must defeat a former friend. Both are very action-packed anime with blood and gore. If you like one, you will enjoy the other.  
report Recommended by Hellspawn28
Do you like fights, katakana flying around, excelent sountrack and occasional computer generated animation? Then be relieved, because JoJo's Bizarre Adventure as well as Yodaka no Hoshi have it all. 
report Recommended by abystoma2
Both titles are based on manga from the 1980's. Both anime feature muscular main characters that fight against supernatural creatures and fights with superhuman martial arts. They contain a lot of GAR action, blood, and gore. Battle Royal High School is a bit more gorier than JoJo's Bizarre Adventure though. If you like one, you will probably like the other.  
report Recommended by Hellspawn28
If you like JoJo, go into Baki as well, starting with this crazy OVA. 
report Recommended by whiteyaksha27
Both these anime forgo much logic choosing to take the path of fun ridiculous campyness over srs bsns realism. Not for those unable to allow themselves a good time, but sure to be enjoyed by the rest of us.  
report Recommended by StreetFighter
Both series focus on fighting and super powers if you loved fight's in DBZ then you'll be not dissapointed by awesome fights in JoJo 
report Recommended by SpaceTheGamer
Both series feature story arcs involving heroic men, martial artists and vampires. Jungle King Tar-chan debuts as a Tarzan parody but quickly turns into a battle shonen which include tournament arcs that contain both martial arts and wrestling. It's not until episodes 31-40 where it heads to the vampire arc, but the earlier episodes are still entertaining and filled with manliness! JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is more over-the-top in content, yet shares the same masculine spirit as Tar-chan and other shonen series of the 1980's. While they may seem cheesy at first glance, both series eventually offer more depth towards the ending of their story arcs. 
report Recommended by THEAnimeHERO
Did you extremely entertaining action? Do you like hilarious moments? Do you like things that you can just shut your brain off and watch? Well, if you answered yes to those questions, you'll like Kill la Kill or Jojo. Both let you turn your brain off and let you watch some really awesome actions with a cast of pretty interesting and well developed characters. Jojo generally handles itself a lot more seriously than KLK, but that doesn't take away from either at all. 
report Recommended by TheRipperMan
First Squad is mostly similar to the second part of JoJo, especially in the way they rewrite history. The events in both anime happen shortly before / during World War II, while adding supernatural elements to the mix, such as zombies, ghosts or vampires. In both anime, the main characters fight against these supernatural forces to protect their world. So, overall, both anime have the same historical background and supernatural elements, a lot of action and violence and an overall similar vibe, even though JoJo is more entertaining. 
report Recommended by BohemianRhapsody
Both shonen series are from the 1980's which were inspired by Fist Of The North Star. Otokojuku begins with comedy while JoJo follows a traditional vampire story. What JoJo and Otokojuku have in common include the following: 1. Similar main characters as Momotaro & Jonathan are modeled after Kenshiro in terms of appearance and similar in personality. 2. A very testosterone heavy tone embracing unselfish acts of heroism and bravery. 3. Can be ridiculous but in very entertaining way. 4. Fights focus on fictional martial arts and very unbelievable strategies. 5. Stories contain tragic events expressing its signature concept of "manly tears". 6. Momotaro & Jotaro are very similar especially  read more 
report Recommended by THEAnimeHERO
Both are very ridiculous in fighting style and the characters are all macho  
report Recommended by T-Satoshi
Both anime follow a very strong character, that always searches for different ways to win seemingly unwinnable battles. Animation styles are very similar, even though Kengan Ashura is cgi. Supporting characters behave similarly, they all feel they're the best and have the upper hand in a fight. Each opponent has a different fighting technique (stand in Jojo). OST is incredible in both series. 
report Recommended by Racso114
#DankRecs If you like Jojo you should probably like Akame ga Kill and vice versa. They both actually gives a pretty similar feels, which is: -Over the top fullpacked actions -Characters having 'bizarre' abilities -Simple/Easy to understand plotline -People actually die when they're killed -Fanservice in their own respective way (Jojo by using homoerotic machoness, Akame ga Kill with the camera angles, Esdeath, Leone, etc) -As both are shounens, the usual exaggerating shounen vibes are present in both series. 
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I'm fairly certain King Gainer was influenced by Jojo, or at least is influenced by the type of Manga that it stems from. King Gainer has that flavor of procedural battles, that are all oriented around strange gimmick powers that the characters have, how those gimmicks bounce off of various elements like the environment, or the personalities of the fighters, or how each gimmick stacks or counters other gimmicks. The characters also have that unhingedness that's required for a work like this. Ookouchi Ichirou (Code Geass, most famously) is also serving as writer on this series, so you'll get that kind of bombastic-ness. Pointing out all  read more 
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