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If you liked Kimetsu no Yaiba add

...then you might like Ragna Crimson add

"Kimetsu no Yaiba" and "Ragna Crimson", both shounen anime, feature an MC who seems unremarkable at first, but whose deep affection for a person he wants to protect turns him into a nightmare for all demons. The fantasy adventures are action-packed and violent. The visuals are modern and the character design is good, even if the computer graphics in Ragna are sometimes a little plain. The animations and fight choreography are good. The music of Ragna has its limitations, such as the completely inappropriate use of Beethoven's piano piece ´Für Elise´ at the beginning of episode 3. "Kimetsu", on the other hand, has a very extensive BGM with very beautiful melodies like 'A butterfly's dream and Anger - Shinobu kocho'. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari add

...then you might like Boushoku no Berserk add

If you like the series "Boushoku no Berserk", you might also like "Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari". In these two action-packed fantasy anime, the male protagonist faces strong rejection from the people around him. Instead of giving up, they embark on an adventurous journey and grow in strength. "Tate no Yuusha also has an isekai element. Visually, the series are on a similar level, the character design is nice to look at, as is the animation as a whole. The soundtracks of each series are well done and have many nice arrangements that fit the mood. Thank you for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Steins;Gate Movie: Fuka Ryouiki no Déjà vu add

...then you might like Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e add

For "Boku ga Aishita Subete no Kimi e" I would like to recommend "Steins;Gate Movie: Fuka Ryouiki no Déjà vu". Both films are love stories, with the theme of multiple universes or parallel worlds, and complement this sci-fi very nicely with drama and romance elements. The stories are different, but both are well directed, with appealing art design and a charm of their own. Musically, the films are well done, the BGM is very appropriate in each case. The theme songs, e.g. 'Anata no Eranda Kono Toki wo (OP)' by Itou Kanako and the ED 'Itsumo Kono Basho de' sung by Ayane are also very nice. As always, thank you for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Dragon, Ie wo Kau. add

...then you might like Shi Cao Lao Long Bei Guan Yi E Long Zhi Ming add

To "Shi Cao Lao Long Bei Guanyi E Long Zhi Ming" I would like to recommend the series "Dragon, Ie wo Kau". Both series take the fantasy genre for a ride in an amusing way. The main character is a cowardl... (cough), peaceful dragon who is forced into a new situation by certain circumstances. The backstories are different, but both anime give the dragon a lot of trouble due to his imposing appearance, which is in total contradiction to his personality. So the series offer a lot of comedy and also some action in a nice medieval setting. The visuals are good in both cases, slightly above average. The episodes of "Shi Cao Lao" are relatively short, but the narrative still doesn't feel rushed. The graphics in "Dragon, Ie wo Kau" are a bit more elaborate, especially the landscape renderings are very nice. The soundtracks are very fitting and better than I expected. Among others, I liked the two OPs 'Roll-playing' sung by Ooishi, Masayoshi and 'Wèi guāng [for the light]' sung by Liu Junlang. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Taiho Shichau zo (TV) add

...then you might like Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu add

The synopsis of "Hakozume: Koban Joshi no Gyakushuu" reads like that of the anime "Taiho Shichau zo (TV)". That's why I would like to recommend the policewoman duo Natsumi and Miyuki to you. In both series we accompany the main characters on their adventures in the police service. "Taiho Shichau zo" is from 1996, but the series has a great drawing style. The mangaka of the original Fujishima Kōsuke is a fan of cars and motorbikes, so the drawings are very detailed. Moreover, automotive history is represented here, from the BMW 3 to Ferrari Maranello and Toyota Supra. Personally, I particularly like the character of Kobayakawa Miyuki. She is a passionate mechanic and has good taste, her car is a Toyota Sports 800. The series "Taiho" is very funny, action-packed, with curious cases and sometimes with serious undertones. The characters are likeable and overall the graphics are great, especially the animation of the car chases was ahead of its time. Musically, both series have a great soundtrack to offer and the voices for the VAs are well chosen in each case. I particularly liked the voice of Hiramatsu Akiko, who speaks Miyuki. The series "Taiho Shichau zo" has four OVAs and five TV adaptations with a total of 123 episodes that followed later. My recommendation, watch the OVAs and if you like them, I'm sure you'll like the series too. Thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked eX-Driver add

...then you might like Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu add

If you like "Hakozume: Koban Joshi no Gyakushuu", then you should take a sneak peek at the series "Ex-Driver". In both anime, the main characters are a cool duo (or trio). In "Hakozume" they are policewomen and in "Ex-Driver" two high school girls. The plot is also similar: the policewomen chase/punish traffic offenders and in "Ex-Driver" the high school girls chase cars with defects. In both anime there are chases, word fights and comedy. Visually, the series are nice to look at and with good BGM as well as dubbing, also very entertaining. Personally, I find "Ex-Dirver", although much older, a bit cooler. The character design and especially the vehicles are a bit more detailed, which can be attributed to mangaka Fujishima Kōsuke thanks to his attention to detail. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Zuori Qing Kong add

...then you might like Shikioriori add

I really enjoyed "Zuori Qing Kong" and the anime "Shikioriori", is emotional in the same beautiful way without being cheesy. The three protagonists' recollections of their youth, how they remember good things and also what they would like to change, form a very nice slice of life with drama and romance elements. The drawing style of both anime is very similar, very nice to look at and overall with the animation very appealing, as is the music and dubbing. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Nodame Cantabile: Paris-hen add

...then you might like Piano no Mori (TV) 2nd Season add

Nodame Cantabile: Paris-hen" seems to me to be a fitting recommendation for the sequel "Piano no Mori (2nd Season)". "Paris-hen" is not about a concrete competition, but the further development of one's own musical abilities is a supporting element in both anime. The stories in both series are amusingly presented and yet neither has the depth of the first series. "Paris-hen" is the clear favourite visually, although from 2008. In "Pinao no Mori" you often feel like you are watching a still with music. Musically, very nice classical arrangements were chosen that make you want to listen to a classical concert. Experiencing classical music live conveys impressively what both series try to portray about the sensation of making music. As always, thank you for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Ai Yori Aoshi add

...then you might like Rec add

As for "Ai Yori Aoshi", I would like to draw your attention to the anime "Rec". Although the main characters are brought together in different ways, in Ai Yori Aoshi Aoi-chan approaches Karou directly and in Rec a twist of fate is responsible for Aka-chan and Matsumaru finding each other, but the result is quite similar. Visually, the series are on a similar level, and the music and voice acting are of a very equally high standard. Both anime are beautifully presented and entertaining. By the way, "Ai Yori Aoshi" is based on a very beautiful and touching manga. As always, thank you for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun add

...then you might like Horimiya add

"Horimiya" felt familiar to me right away, it is not a typical romcom and it is exactly this nice weird style that it shares with the anime "Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun". Both male protagonists have not had a great school life so far and are forced by circumstances to change that. There is a love story between couples in both series that you wouldn't expect, which sets the anime apart from the typical cliché. This is a big part of the charm of the series, as almost nothing goes smoothly and the exchanges are pretty cool. The main character pairs are similar in basic constellation, but the personalities are switched. Both series are visually and musically very well done and very entertaining. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Tamayura: Hitotose add

...then you might like Tari Tari add

In my opinion, "Tari Tari" goes very well with the anime "Tamayura: Hitotose". In both series, friendships and shared activities play a big role. The stories are different, but have the same beautiful school setting and the plot is told gently, with little outbursts of temper now and then, in appealing visual quality. In "Tamayura: Hitotose", Fuu tries to rediscover beauty in everyday life through the bonds of friendship and a passion for photography, and in "Tari Tari", Konatsu wants to participate in the school's concert event as a singer in her senior year. Both series tell their stories with a lot of emotion without becoming cheesy, as the characters act amusingly but sensibly. The anime are visually beautifully staged and have a good and appropriate soundtrack that supports the respective storylines. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Tamayura: Hitotose add

...then you might like Tamako Market add

To the anime "Tamako Market" I would like to recommend "Tamayura: Hitotose". In both series a young schoolgirl is the main character. Although the background stories are different, both anime belong to the slice of life, more precisely to the subgenre of the so-called "Iyashikei". Simply translated "healing" anime. The stories mostly show the characters in a peaceful environment. In "Tamako Market", the key is the music as well as the life of the people in the Usagiyama shopping district. "Tamayura: Hitotose" is special because the anime has a tragic incident as its key situation. However, it is a gentle, charming story about the passion for photography and how it helps to overcome sadness, accept the situation and rediscover the beauty of everyday life. Accompanied by beautiful imagery, endearing characters and a sense of almost being there, the series hits just the right note if you're looking for a wholesome anime. The two anime are visually beautiful and each has a fitting soundtrack and lovely dub voices. I especially liked the opening from "Tamayura: Hitotose", it's called "Okaerinasai (おかえりなさい)" and is sung by Maaya Sakamoto. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Kurenai no Buta add

...then you might like Toaru Hikuushi e no Tsuioku add

"Kurenai no Buta - Porco Rosso" is one of my favourite Studio Ghibli films, so it's not easy for me to make a recommendation here. Nevertheless, the anime "Toaru Hikuushi e no Tsuioku" also tells of an excellent pilot with style. Just as in "Porco Rosso", "Charles" does not exactly endear himself to his authorities. In both anime there is a beautiful woman who stands by the pilot. Both anime are a dream come true for aircraft enthusiasts. Beautifully drawn flying machines and aerial acrobatics in wonderfully told stories. Both films also have interesting references, while "Porco Rosso" turns out to be a veteran and flying ace from the First World War, whose slightly rough but still righteous manner is reminiscent of the character actor Humphrey Bogart in the film "Casablanca". In the case of "Toaru", the reference via the name "Charles" to the aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh, who dared the first non-stop flight across the Atlantic from New York to Paris with the Spirit of Saint Louis, is not difficult. The daring long-haul flight also fits quite well with the story told in "Toaru Hikuushi e no Tsuioku". Both anime have very beautiful visuals, but since "Porco Rosso" is almost 20 years older and can still shine, "Toaru" simply has to admit defeat in this discipline. In terms of the soundtrack, both films are great, the feeling for wind and engine sounds of the propeller planes is very realistic. Likewise, the voice actors for the anime are very well chosen and give the characters their charismatic charm in each case, which is supported by a nice soundtrack. As always, thank you for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Darker than Black: Kuro no Keiyakusha add

...then you might like Phantom: Requiem for the Phantom add

"Darker than Black" as a recommendation to "Phantom: Requiem for the Phantom" is very fitting, although "Phantom" is not about esper abilities, but the atmosphere and structure in both anime is very similar. Maybe some of you know the movie "Léon the Professional" the atmosphere in both anime is well comparable to the movie. Moreover, the character pairs in both anime are also very similar. Hei is an assassin who is in the service of a mysterious organisation called Syndicate and his partner Yin seems emotionless at first, but makes an impressive character development in the course of the series. In "Phantom", Renji (Two) was trained as an assassin and works with his partner "One" for an organisation called Inferno, they present almost the same picture. The MCs' actions towards their respective organisations are also comparable. The two anime convey a certain dark aura that seems like a mixture of film noir and agent thriller. The series are exciting, have thriller, drama and action elements and the musical score as well as the dubbing underline the series characteristics very well. Both series are definitely worth checking out. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Darker than Black: Kuro no Keiyakusha add

...then you might like Ga-Rei: Zero add

If you enjoyed "Ga-Rei-Zero", I would like to recommend the anime "Darker than Black". The cast is different, but the basic story is similar and conveys the same feeling including the gloomy and mysterious atmosphere. There is an organisation in the background. The characters have supernatural powers and over the course of the series, relationships reveal themselves or develop, and some of them are very intertwined. In addition, the fight scenes are well constructed. In contrast to "Ga-rei Zero", "Darker than Black" starts off a bit more relaxed, yet the story develops a good mystery element and provides insights into the tragic backstory, but also does not reveal everything, but builds up tension again with action scenes and occasional comedy. I like the music in "Darker than Black", especially the first ED "月 明かり - Tsuki Akari" sung by Rie Fu. Tip: If you have enjoyed "Darker than Black" and want to watch the sequels, I would recommend watching the four episodes of "Kuro no Keiyakusha Gaiden" first and then "Darker than Black 2". In a way, "Gaiden" is a bridge to "Darker than Black 2", even if it spoils things a bit, but it gives you a better understanding of the plot as a whole, in my opinion. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Karigurashi no Arrietty add

...then you might like Hakumei to Mikochi add

If you liked the story "Karigurashi no Arrietty" about the little borrowers, then I would like to recommend the anime "Hakumei to Mikochi". In the series, very small, human-like creatures are the main characters and both anime thus follow in the footsteps of the famous novel "Gulliver's Travels - The Journey to Lilliput" by Jonathan Swift. The story of "Arrietty" not only borrows from Swift, but also has its own novel or children's book. The borrowers series by the British writer Mary Norton. The two anime each have a very nice art style. However, you have to take into account the difference that "Arrietty" as a film by Studio Ghibli has a very high quality standard and "Hakumei to Mikochi" as a TV production can't quite keep up. But both anime are beautiful to look at and make many everyday objects appear in a fascinating way in a completely different function in the world of the little creatures and show an excellent depiction of the natural environment, plants and insects. The musical score and voice acting are also great, making it very enjoyable to experience the two anime worlds from the perspective of their little inhabitants. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Chrno Crusade add

...then you might like Black Cat (TV) add

The anime "Black Cat" fits very well as a recommendation for "Chrno Crusade". Both series have a similarly dark undertone, but present themselves with likeable characters who do a lot of nonsense besides their actual "job". The antagonists are charismatic, so you can't/won't just call them the bad guys. Both anime are based on a good manga and also offer a respectable drama element, similarly structured in both cases, revolving around loved ones and betrayal. Also, the characters go through a very parallel development and the plots of the anime seem very simple in the beginning but then become more complex, especially as the stories fill up with more and more emotions. Furthermore, the drawing style is very comparable and both series are musically on a very good level, so that one can recommend both series as good entertainment. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Chrno Crusade add

...then you might like D.Gray-man add

"Chrno Crusade" and "D.Gray-man" share the same basic plot, in which an organisation fights monsters or demons, and both series also have a religious background. In my opinion, "D.Gray-man" is a bit darker, but both series have sympathetic main characters and the antagonists can also fight quite well. The drawing style in both anime is a bit different, but both are nice to look at from a visual point of view. As far as the BGM is concerned, neither of the two anime stands out particularly, but I personally like the selection of the Seiyū in "Chrno Crusade" a little better. Nice fun fact, the title "Chrono Crusade" would actually be the correct spelling, but a little mistake crept in and since the print was already finished, they left it at that. As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Kokoro ga Sakebitagatterunda. add

...then you might like Koe no Katachi add

"Koe no Katachi" and the film "Kokoro ga Sakebitagatterunda" depict the school life of a disabled student (who cannot speak or is deaf) and have many similarities. Both films show how the characters experience the challenges and interactions around feelings, friendship and affection while coping with their own problems, be it mental instability, trauma or guilt as well as their own physical disability. Both stories are very movingly staged and illustrate how the two students go their own way and experience worries, but also help, friendship and affection. Both dramas about social exclusion are visually very well done and can also convince musically. I find both films very worth seeing and am happy to recommend them. As always, thank you for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked NHK ni Youkoso! add

...then you might like Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun add

After "Jaku-chara Tomozaki-kun", watching the anime "NHK ni Youkoso!" is like switching from folk-pop to heavy metal. "NHK ni Youkoso!" deals very seriously with the issue of "hikikomori". Since the anime is from 2006, it already drew attention to the phenomenon at a time when it was not yet on everyone's lips. What's amusing here is that the story of "NHK ni Youkoso!" feels like the answer to the question what would have happened if Fumiya hadn't had a meeting with Aoi, who set him right. Maybe he would have dropped out of school and closed himself off to video gaming in his apartment. In fact, this is the story of 22-year-old college dropout Satou, Tatsuhiro, who has been a hikikomori for about four years and is the main character in "NHK ni Youkoso!". The anime is a psychologically well-staged drama that shows how Tatsuhiro tries to free himself from his obsessive isolation, to face his fears and the imaginary enemy NHK (Nihon Hikikomori Kyokai). His meeting with Misaki Nakahara, represents a turning point, comparable to the offline meeting of Fumiya and Aoi in "Jaku-chara Tomozaki-kun". The drawing style and animation are good for 2006 and very appropriate, especially for the subject matter, as are the music and dubbing. "NHK ni Youkoso!" is recommended in many forums, yet with the very clear portrayal of a "hikikomori" it is not light stuff and almost without a comedy filter! As always, many thanks for reading.

If you liked Koi wa Ameagari no You ni add

...then you might like Hige wo Soru. Soshite Joshikousei wo Hirou. add

The recommendation for "Hige o Soru. Soshite Joshikousei o Hirou" to consider the anime "Koi wa Ameagari no You ni" seems a bit strange at first and maybe even at second glance. But the two series share the story of an encounter between a teenage girl who is attending or should attend high school and a full-grown man. In both anime, the focus is more on the characters and development. The two young women in particular have had their own way of dealing with a difficult fate or a stroke of fate. The age difference is thematized in both anime, but in "Koi wa ameagari" it is much larger, but a line is drawn in each case as to what is still appropriate for the young women and this is not exceeded. "Hige" is optically a bit more realistic, but with "Koi wa Ameagari" the slightly abstract drawing style with the delicately graceful character design, which is reminiscent of the productions of Sunrise (eg Code Geass) or Clamp (eg Blood-C), fits very well on the narrative and the characters in the anime. I liked the sound in both anime, i.e. the synchronization as well as BGM and OPs / EDs. I especially like the ED "Ref: Rain" by Aimer from the anime "Koi wa Ameagari no You ni". As always, thank you for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Usagi Drop add

...then you might like Hige wo Soru. Soshite Joshikousei wo Hirou. add

For the anime "Hige wo Soru. Soshite Joshikousei wo Hirou", I would recommend watching the anime "Usagi Drop". Even though "Hige" gets a bit more serious from about episode 5 on, the basic story is very similar in both cases. A bachelor with a respectable job but no big goals in life is given a young girl by fate more or less unsolicited. In both cases, the men take on the role of a father figure. The father roles are not the same, because "Hige wo Soru" is about the 17-year-old runaway "Sayu", who is about 9 years younger and has completely different care needs than the six-year-old "Rin" in "Usagi Drop", who is a good 25 years younger and also part of the family. Regardless of this difference, both series show the environment, i.e. work colleagues and possibly other family members, and the effects and changes that the girls' admission has on them. Both anime are slice of life, light-heartedly showing how the two protagonists of each series learn to understand each other and overcome difficulties with each other. There is also a romantic element in both anime, but it does not relate to the particular girl in their care. The anime each depict a rather unusual life situation, but the portrayal of the nuances of relationship development as well as society's reactions is very well done in both cases. In terms of the music and the voice actors, both anime are well-dubbed. The visuals in "Usagi Drop" are very much in line with the manga by Unita Yumi and were not additionally edited for the adaptation. If you like the anime "Usagi Drop", I would also recommend reading the very successful manga original. As always, thank you for reading and enjoy watching.

If you liked Neko no Ongaeshi add

...then you might like Nakitai Watashi wa Neko wo Kaburu add

The film "Neko no Ongaeshi" by Studio Ghibli is a very good recommendation for the anime "A Whisker Away". The stories have many parallels and for those who may not know Studio Ghibli, this is an opportunity to take a look at one of the studio's many wonderful animated films. In both films, the main character transforms into a cat. Even though the reasons for the transformation are different, both main characters go to the realm of cats as a parallel world to face the challenges of their respective magical adventures. There are almost 20 years between the two anime, but I am sure you will be impressed by the visual design of the Studio Ghibli production. Both films were made to very high production standards. They each enchant with great stories, impressive art and animation as well as beautiful music and fitting dubbing. As always, thanks for reading and enjoy watching.

If you liked Air Gear add

...then you might like Ao no Kanata no Four Rhythm add

If you enjoyed "Ao no Kanata", I would like to recommend the anime "Air Gear". In this anime, the "shoes" are inline skates, so-called "Air Trecks (AT)". These are motorised inline skates, the predecessors of the flight shoes from "Ao no Kanata", so to speak. Again, there are speed limiters that are, shall we say, modified by the really cool guys. These guys form gangs and the members call themselves "Storm Riders". With their "tuned" ATs they wage whole gang wars over particularly valuable components, the colours (gang symbols) as well as the territories of the other gangs. The visuals (art and animation) are good for an 2006 anime and the story is easy to understand like Ao no Kanata, but a bit more exciting due to the larger number of episodes and the action is more intense. As always thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked NHK ni Youkoso! add

...then you might like ReLIFE: Kanketsu-hen add

ReLIFE: Kanketsu-hen is a well-made anime. It is beautiful to look at, although it deals with the very serious issue of withdrawal from social life. The strongest form of this is known as "hikikomori". ReLIFE has found a partly beautiful yet sad response to this. The series I would like to recommend is much more focused on this extreme phenomenon and is called "NHK ni Youkoso!". It's from 2006 already, but excellent in its realisation, sometimes funny and sometimes painful. The story about Satou, Tatsuhiro is well written, very memorable and told at a good pace. The two series deal with a social phenomenon, for which "ReLIFE" on the one hand offers a pharmaceutical-psychological solution with humour (the pill reminds a bit of Matrix xD ) and "Welcome to the N.H.K." on the other hand deals more with what the affected person is going through and is thus more sombre than "ReLIFE". As always, thanks for reading and have fun watching.

If you liked Shirobako add

...then you might like Gi(a)rlish Number add

Gi(a)rlish Number gives you an insight into the industry, just as Shirobako does. But from a completely different point of view. Well, if Shirobako offers a cheerful, positive, and fun perspective on the processes involved in the production of an anime, then Gi(a)rlish Number is just the opposite, showing the negative and unprofessional way, jealousy, bribery, giving or accepting inappropriate benefits and other forms of corruption, as well as the damage caused by this breach of duty. One could now object that Shirabako considers all the individual steps up to the final product and Gi(a)rlish Number "only" the aspect of the dubbing actors (Seiyū). However, this doesn't quite do him justice, since he deals more closely with the industry and the fans' often too idealized imagination about it. Please don't get me wrong, I am a fan of Gi(a)rlish Number and Shirabako. I highly recommend both of them and would like to add Bakuman as a possible enhancement, as an insight into the realistic creation process of a manga. All anime, are a lot of fun with a slight exaggeration, but on the other hand they are not as far-fetched as it might seem at first sight. Thanks for reading and have fun watching!

If you liked Dennou Coil add

...then you might like Made in Abyss add

Aside different settings - Dennou Coil more science fiction and Made in Abyss an engaging fantasy adventure - but both share a curious, adventurous and youthful main cast as well as the driving force is a heartily girl. Both series let their little heroes go through life's bitterness-sweetness, with disappointments and hardships. The story lines in both shows are well written, offering the opportunity on the one hand just to watch and enjoy or, on the other hand, to watch attentively and think about the questions and thoughts raised. I would like recommend both anime because (IMO) both are worth your time.

If you liked Quanzhi Gaoshou add

...then you might like Net-juu no Susume add

Well, at first glance this recommendation seems a little strange but it is not as farfetched as it might seems. First of all in both anime special attention is given to the character and development, based on the personal life stories. "Netojuu no Susume" does appear a little more Ladylike due to a female main character and involving a lot of emotions. However, in both anime the game play is not focused, but on the other hand the characterization based on interaction and the ongoing plot is done pretty well, without being too predictable. To me these shows appear like representing two sides of the same coin. Both take look at the benefits and disadvantages of online games, on the one hand a pro-player who starts struggling his way back to the top and on the other hand a woman trying to re-discover the feeling for the beauty of life. I enjoyed both shows.

If you liked Log Horizon add

...then you might like Hai to Gensou no Grimgar add

Hai to Gensou no Grimgar and Log Horizon have primarily a common feature: the Setting, a familiar fantasy RPG world. Both parties were send to an fantasy world. Caught up in the adventure how to handle everydayness. Both shows put the focus a little more on the Characters and their interaction so that they become really tangible and you increasingly identify with the characters. Hai to Gensou no Grimgar does a little different by making no references to whether it is a video game or not. Hai to Gensou no Grimgar convinces with background art in impressionistic style that evokes reminiscent of Paul Cézanne's paintings. On the other hand does Log Horizon leave a greater impression in relation to the character development and their interaction. Not only due to twice as much episodes the cast explores more deeply the fantasy world, they are also inspired by the will to return. Sorry, to me the headline is upside down. In my opinion this recommendation should be, if you liked Hai to Gensou no Grimgar you will enjoy Log Horizon even more. But both shows are worth seeing although (IMO) Log Horizon just is a little better.

If you liked Bakuman. add

...then you might like Shirobako add

Bakuman is an entertaining Ganbatte-show with the twists of fate involving drama, romance and comedy elements. The story analyses and outlines the hard work that Moritaka and Akito are accepting in order to realize their dream of becoming successful Manga-ka. The show delivers an excitingly told and sophisticate, concrete insight into the Manga industry. Shirobako is an perfect continuation taking you on a roller coaster ride into the ups and downs of an Anime production. The Show is funny but on the other hand as precise as Bakuman in regard to the insight the industry. I like to recommend both shows because even if they look like mainstream, they are not. Give it a try and your benefit will be a well done developed story and cast, in beautiful art work with catchy music. Both shows contain a multitude of references and cryptic allusions to the industry, so enjoy yourself by finding them.