Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu

Both are based on Josei manga. They have a similar art style, and the characters are somewhat similar. I have a hard time seeing someone enjoy one without enjoying the other. 

Both series are about people who are passionate and talented in a specific thing (rakugo performance and shogi), and both give a very in-depth look as to the complicated feelings you can have toward something you dedicate your life to. Both have excellent character drama, writing, art, and directing.  

Beautifully designed series, featuring characters who are dedicated to a dying craft. 

They both have a historical setting, are written by BL mangaka as more 'mainstream' work and both weave in non-too-subtle queer themes that are very easy to pick up on.  

Both have a historic elements to them Both are about Japanese storytelling Two of the stories in Aoi Bungaku deal with very similar themes to Rakugo (both based on literary works by Osamu Dazai)- one about an artist working in theatre and his relationship with a friend who is his foil, and one about an artist's struggle forming relationships with other people  

Chihayafuru and Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu are similar in genre, both are josei and drama. Chihayafuru takes place in modern day school/life Japan, Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu mainly takes place in the past, 30+ years ago and tells a story of upcoming sucess. Both shows have similar senarios and face a lot of the same tropes. 

Both period pieces that look at Japanese culture. Probably completely boring to anyone not interested in Japan.  

The stories are centered around the reminiscences of elderly protagonists who are prominent figures in the entertainment industry. As these characters begin to show age, they begin to brood over their inevitable fate. If you'd like a drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat, then I've got the perfect recommendation for you!  

Both series focus on rakugo performers, although Joshiraku is more about comedy/modern japanese society commentary, and Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu is more about drama  

- both series focus on performing arts (music/rakugo) - there's a similar dynamic between main characters (unlikely friends) - lots of realistic drama/relationships - both are aimed at similar demographic (josei) 

Both anime show traditional and ancient arts from Japan. Mashiro with the shamisen, and Shouwa with the rakugo. Great animes to know more deeply about Japanese culture, and the state of it nowadays. Also, good job on bringing traditional themes to anime! Young people should know more about it 

-Both are historical, though take place in different countries and different eras. -Both start in present day then spend the majority of the run time in a flashback. -Similar artistically, though Mo Dao Zu Shi has much more CG implemented. -Both are fairly slow paced, though Mo Dao Zu Shi has plenty of action to make up for it. 

Both stories are about a traditional japanese art which must face either evolving or remaining routed in tradition in a modernised japan during the edo period. 

Real 'adult conflicts' that can happen in the real life, plot twists that can make you always ask 'God, why did that thing should be happened !?', but life must go on... 

Both revolve around artistic professional hobbies that are passionately depicted by the shows' creators. Those hobbies are used to emphasize the characters' emotions and stories. Also, both focus on the relationships between two very different adult men from the point-of-view of the more uptight one, and their relationships are built upon the inspiration that they give each other in their shared field. SGRS is definitely more serious, somber, and stylistic than YoI, but they both actually utilize similar themes and have plots that make heavy use of subtle character details and foreshadowing. A fan of one show may not necessarily like the other (e.g. SGRS isn't portraying a romance between its male leads like YoI, although there are obvious hints and it is written by a mangaka who has done BL before. Meanwhile, YoI may be a bit too zany and dependent on modern technology for people who loved how realistic and historic SGRS was) but I'd still say they are both worth trying out.  read more 

Both are heavily character- and dialogue-driven historical period dramas about a passion for traditional Japanese art forms in a drastically changing society. While the time period and chosen subject matter are different (Tea ceremony and wabisabi philosophy during the late Sengoku period in Hyouge Mono, rakugo during mid-Shouwa period in Rakugo Shinjuu), the style and contents are very similar. A fan of either is likely to appreciate the other. 

Have you ever wondered how tough it was for girls to love rakugo? The ancient art of storytelling is reserved for males to perform. Both series touch on the subject of girls loving to perform rakugo. The world of theatre, drama and passionate young individuals with interesting backstories aiming to perform better for the audience is the main similarity in the two series. 

Similar time period, and art style. Both historical, drama genre; with realistic acting characters. A lack of anime-baggage. Both very high quality. 

Seinen anime with a cast of interesting adult characters that have similar character designs. Solid plots containing a lot of memorable scenes, while also having some chill moments of characters just talking.  

both has similar stand point to express the love and affection in their field .You can understand a talent isnt the every thing .It needs some realization . Both has tremendous love story also.You cant stop your feelings for them i sure about that.  

Neon Genesis Evangelion is near defined by its rich story and fully realized characters (at least, setting aside the legendary direction from Hideaki Anno and how freaking insane it is) making it an unforgettable experience for anyone who is willing to take on a series that's a little bit more "deep" than your average show. In this regard, Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu is quite similar to NGE, not to mention that they are both true directional masterpieces. While Rakugo will not brutalize your emotions to quite the extent of Evangelion, there are several clever and shocking twists in the plot paired with such exceptional composition that might just leave you breathless. Furthermore, they both make use quite risky but well-managed artistic license to make a stance on controversial subjects such as religion and the afterlife, which only adds to their appeal. Both series were crafted with a level of care and passion that is so rare in anime and all entertainment as a whole. You can unmistakably feel the creators' love and utter devotion for their subject matter every time Shinji comes running back to that eva even when he is past the brink of psychological turmoil and has lost the few shreds of dignity he had left, or when one of the characters gets a solid five minutes of screentime or more performing a single rakugo story with even the most minute details in facial expression or shuffling of feet are refined and animated /to/ /a/ /tee/ in order to suit the individual context. It doesn't get much better than this, folks. In conclusion, I am a firm believer that anyone who truly appreciates the depth that Neon Genesis Evangelion presents will almost definitely enjoy what Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu has to offer, as well as the converse. Rakugo can be accessed legally and free of charge on Crunchyroll, and my God is it worth your time. Thank you for being my reader. read more 

Both take place in a similar time, both deal about a main character doing something artistic. Both *masters* have a daughter that catches the eye of their students. Both daughters have a very similar character.  

Both look like slice of life shows at the first glance but are so much more than that. While Rakugo is about kikuhiko(mc) searching for his purpose in life after getting rejected by the field he wanted to be in, after losing his family and people dear to him, Tatami galaxy is about a student who constantly avoids the reality and relies on escapism wondering why does the campus life not feel like the ideal rose colored world he dreamt of. Both shows have self-acceptance and loneliness as part of their themes but still manage to portray them in reassuring manner without coming off as gloomy and hopeless. Both shows are incredibly well directed, voice acted and remain exciting all the way through till the end.  read more 

They might seem different at first - the one is about the art of storytelling (rakugo) the other one is about sports (ping pong/table tennis). But you should easily recognize they are similar if you watch them both. I'd never recommend any other generic sports anime to Ping Pong. Ping Ping is more than just sports. Also ganbatte anime are different from this. Ping Pong and Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu are both character-driven and about two guys that are connected by ping pong (Ping Pong) and rakugo (Shouwa Renroku Rakugo Shinjuu). While they are friends they also are rivals. You don't need to know anyting about ping pong/rakugo to enjoy the anime. You don't even need to like that stuff. (I don't even like sports at all and I loved Ping Pong.) It's about the guys and as a guy myself I like such stories about guys and friendship and conflict that is not overshadowed by action stuff or romance which usually takes the main part in most of other animes. read more 

It's rare to see Rakugo anime like these. Although the taste of the two is different, Era Lover's Suicide Through Rakugo is more realistic and My Master Has No Tail is more fantasy, they have good vibes. 

Both shows set in Shouwa period. It has beautiful narration when it comes to story. The characters are realistic and made a good development. A must try!  

Shouwa Genroku tells a story about rakugo and Kabukichou Sherlock is about a detective who after solving crime tells whole story as a rakugo. It was really exciting to wach Sherlock, while knowing sth more about rakugo, like it gave this super extra feeling (ifykyk) 

Both feature death as a major theme. 

Both have well-rounded characters and historical aspects. Shouwa is about storytelling and the Tale of Genji is the first written novel story. Both have a relaxing but somewhat dramatic atmosphere with adult themes [josei demography]. Both series are greatly underrated. No annoyingly loud characters or cheap fanservice. Mature comedy and well-sculpted plot. 

Both are based on literature. Characters are similar in design and the animations of both are smooth. 

Honestly, there's nothing similar between the two series. But! They both do love the art of storytelling and explore it thoroughly. Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu follows the traditional way as it also unfolds the history of Rakugo while the Monogatari series take narrative into the future. I think that all four-eyes, literary types and bookworms will be happy to have their minds blown away by both of them. 

Stories divided in two generations of characters from the past and the present, each with their own story lines that eventually relate to each other. Every character has their own set of problems, and the stories are often told from different perspectives. 

-Both take place in an old fashion time period -Both have the theme of 'brotherhood' and coming of age -Both use a similar color palette 

These are shows that revolve around theater and really capture moments of what it's like to act. Both protagonists have rivals as well as mentors, and touch on the theme of passing down an art form to live on through forthcoming generations. There's also some unusual romantic elements in both. 

These are two excellent character dramas. They both wonderfully convey the inner psyche of their characters, and go into great detail to explain the ins and outs of their thought process, growth, and interpersonal relations. They are also fantastic period pieces, really capturing the time and place of their settings. If you want to get heavily invested into some well written characters, both of these are great. 

Both are excellent period pieces that wonderfully show the dark and secretive sides of what it means to be human. Secrets, drama, great art, great music, and brilliant directing in both cases. Characters are fleshed out and believable. 91 Days is has more action and is more straightforward. Both are excellent journeys that will hook you until the end. 

This may seem a bit strange to recommend, but there is something that feels similar when both shows are doing their stage performances. Make no mistake, they are vastly different shows. Rakugo Shinjuu is an absolute masterpiece, whereas Maesetsu is a simple bit of entertainment. But they do both have people performing on stage and show the struggle of improving and finding what you really want to do. 

Both speak of japanese culture in a way that keeps you wanting for more 

Relationship building between the main characters, is done in a similar and appealing manner. The setting of both anime is when the western influence has rooted itself deep enough to add to the mood, but not the atmosphere of the series. Both series are very powerful in terms of emotions and compelling when it comes to plot development. However when this anime shines its brightest, is with its "character".  

Only Yesterday and Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju are adult drama anime that uses storytelling and reminiscing to show personal growth, catharsis, and the fluidity of truth. As a viewer, you can appreciate these anime as personal stories, but also as commentaries on life and truth. Storytelling and reminiscing are a reflection of the truth. What you believed to be true in the present can be obscured and reexamined in a new way (reminiscing). How you construct truth for audience can create different interpretations of the same event (storytelling). Neither is necessarily accurate, but they can be correct.  

Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju and Kono Oto Tomare! are series focused on traditional Japanese performing arts: rakugo and koto. Both series are very different from each other, but you will still see characters who practice and persevere, struggle and grow, and ultimately find a place to belong. If you found yourself engrossed in the Japanese performing art featured in one of these anime then maybe you want to experience the joy of discovering a new one.  

Blue Period and Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju are anime series involving the visual arts and the performing arts. To be able to convey emotions and feelings through a performance or a painting takes talent, which takes time and perseverance to nurture and improve. Yatora (Blue Period) and Yotarou (Shouwa Rakugo) are outsiders who stumble into this world of artists and strive to become one of them and captivate an audience through their art. Showa Genroku has a deeper storyline than Blue Period, but Yotarou's personal story is fully told until you watch the sequel.  

The titles make abundantly clear that both anime are set in the same time period, but while Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu spans over several decades (approx. 1940-1980) focusing primarily on the traditional art of rakugo, Shouwa Monogatari tells the story of one family during a single year (1964). Although the basic premise is different in both, each share a deep insight into the era, portraying the trials and tribulations of post-war daily life, new discoveries, the effect of changing times, and a myriad of cultural details that really bring the two stories to life. The characterisation is done well both anime, and they depict the complicated relationships between family (SM) and friends (SGRS) with much depth and realism that resonates with the historical backdrop. SGRS is perhaps more sombre while SM retains more optimism, but both are excellent historical dramas.  read more 

Josei period dramas dealing with growing up, navigating relationships, and making difficult, life-altering decisions. Characters are sometimes morally ambiguous, haunted by their mistakes, or asked to come to terms with carrying the burdens of their forebears. If you love elegant artwork and gritty emotions you will probably enjoy both series. 

Similarities: In each story, the main characters begin new work and undergo training to become a master of their respective profession. Though their occupations are different, both characters interpret stories or other people's words and often incorporate their own. Both stories contain a series of smaller stories. Most importantly, they are both dramas striving to induce similar feelings in the viewer. Differences: Despite containing many stories, Rakugo possesses a single, cohesive narrative. Rakugo spends more time is spent developing its characters. Rakugo is covert in concealing the truth of many matters which are uncovered as the story progresses. All secondary characters and their traits differ, as does the setting.  read more 

Both shows have this feeling to them Just trust me and watch it  

Rakugo s1 is very similar in quality, but takes on a different niche profession. Rakugo is a drama instead of a comedy, but both share a array of strong characters. Rakugo moreso than Show actually, as the standout character in Show was more or less just MC but there's two strong characters in Rakugo. 

Both are targeted towards older female audiences with a lot of dialogue in each. So it's great if you like a really deep story with excellent character development. The stories are also similar in the fact that a woman has feelings for two men. 

They're (like) brothers, have very different personalities, and are together in the search for a dream. And "together" does not mean it won't be conflict, angst and envy between them. Both series will make you learn a lot: In Rakugo Shinjuu, you learn a lot about the rakugo art and japanese history and culture; in Uchuu Kyoudai, you learn about astronautics and space. The drama is very well presented, even the side character's stories manage to captivate you. You'll end up crying, laughing and struggling together with the characters - they're crafted like real people. 

Though Kaze Tachinu is much darker, both take place during pre and post-war eras and feature a coming of age story. Beautiful narratives and heavy focus on details of the time period. One distinct difference is that Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu is much easier to swallow. 

Both focused on exposing the inner workings of a Japanese industry. Both have believable characters (albeit Bakuman is targeted at a younger age) Both a great shows about growing up and striving to achieve your dream. Whether or not the characters succeed is a different story.  

This anime is not explicitly similar to Fuse: Teppou Musume no Torimonochou, but it is similar in the sense that it takes place in an older Japan. It has a more quiet, solemn tone, and it involves some serious topics like death and childbearing. Unlike Fuse, Shouwa has almost no fantasy elements, but it does have a similar feel after watching in my opinion.