Yowamushi Pedal

Different sports yet both series have high spirits when it comes to teamplay. The main male characters are part of a team in the perspective sport they are involved in. But with that also comes adversaries and obstacles they must overcome. Considering to be an underdog, both series highlights their growth. At the same time, other characters on their team also get insight on their roles in the story. I recommend both series for sports fan interested in teamwork and a competitive atmosphere. 

Both main characters, Onoda and Hinata strive to become better at their respective sport. Also, Imaizumi and Kageyama are both simiilar since they are already considered high tier players when the show starts. Both shows have intense cliffhangers, and an urge to keep watching the show, hoping that the main characters will find success and be victorious in their battles. 

Both are sports anime Both main characters are very persistent and work very hard to succeed Both main characters are surrounded by a group of supporting teammates  

Both sports anime. Main characters are untrained in their sport, but still amazing at it. Both have very lovable main characters with friendly teammates.  

Team sports anime with great characters. Both with weak (yet strong) main characters that grow over time. If you liked haikyuu you'll definitely like yowamushi pedal (or the other way around). 

Both are sports anime, while Haikyuu is based on volleyball, Yowamushi Pedal is a cycling anime. Both shows have an extremely likable, wholesome main protagonist, i.e., Hinata and Onoda respectively. You're sure to enjoy the other series if you enjoy one of them. 

Both about sports (volleyball/cycling) Very realistic in the way the characters train, grow, make mistakes, and also work hard to achieve their goals. Funny too :) Great cast with interesting characters that grow on you, and you also learn lots about the sports too!  

Hinata - Onoda Both of them joins the club as amateurs. Both of them have the potential in the sport but they do not realise it, and has other people around him to teach him how to play it Kageyama - Imaizumi Both of them are good in the sports they do when they were in middle school. However, both of them faced problems in their area because of that. Kageyama - No one wanted his toss. Imaizumi - Midousuji cheated him. Also, both of them help the protagonist of the story improve their skills Overall, other than similar traits and background of the main characters (Both 1st years also), there are other similarities like how the senpais help the kouhais through their experience in which they gained from working hard when they first started out. Both animes also have alumni helping them improve in their sports. If you like Haikyuu, you will probably like yowamushi pedal as well! :)  read more 

Resolve to win in both anime is amazing In both anime there is a lot of obstacles to overcome but mc never give up At the start both mc are understimated by others but they prove them worng Both mc grow stronger over time  

High school sport teams working together and building relationships 

these 2 series follow these short and calm main characters if first seen can be easily underestimated but are actually strong and prove that  

- Both of them is a sports anime - They have similar idea of through hardship results will be satisfactory - MC started off quite weak but through experience become stronger 

Both characters appear to be weak but in fact they both have a specialty that they use to get better at playing/riding the sport they like.Both shows are very funny  

With the cast placed in a high school club setting, they strive to better themselves and their team by working together. There are many character archetypes that are common in the genre. And both shows offer a lot of variety in that regard so you're bound to like at least one character on the team. All of this culminates into these easily consumable and feel-good sports anime that are perfect for when you're tired of overcomplicated plots, and just want someone to cheer for as they compete in their sports tournaments.  

nice happy silly sports animes and they all act a little gay 

so many team emotional moments during tournament 

Really exciting gamesraces. Each one of them has a proper unique style. In both shows they try to demonstrate to everyone that teamwork is the keyword for the victory. Lots of comedy in both  

Even though one anime is about bicycling and the other one about basketball it does have some similarities. • In both series: - Main character seems weak at first. - Some of the first years are strong and there are some admirable senpai's. - There are other teams which stories are also shown in the anime. The teams already know each other and have competed before, they also come to research each other before the game/race. 

Yowapeda and KnB both are sport anime that will make your heart race and Yowapeda will make you laugh. 

Both are sports related animes and have excellent character development :P 

Why chose between battle shounen and sport when you can have both? Lazer vision, speeding blur effects, OP power-ups, shouting out attack names, and a very generous dose of nakama power. Kuroko no Basket has slightly higher production value, but Yowamushi Pedal makes up for what it lacks with truly outrageous/outstanding attack sequences. There is drama, there is laughter, and there is plenty of intense sweaty stare-downs accentuated by zoom effects. 

these two are the best if you love sports. the characters in these shows take it to the extreme and play their respective sports as extremely and as entertaining as possible.  

Both have mc's that at first seem weak and are unlikely star athletes, but come into their own and win against all odds. Both characters are the heart of the team, pushing their strong teammates forward with spirit, willpower, and love of their sport. Both shows have delicious rivalries and side characters/opponents that you come to care about as much as the mc's. The athletes in both have dramatic, extremely specialized skills that seem almost like superpowers at times. The characters also have fun little quirks that make both shows comedic and endearing, not just about the sport. 

They may relate to different sports but these two series are no strangers to hardworking protagonists who works their way up the ladder to earn pride and respect. Both series deals with a protagonist who starts out as an average competitor in their sports of interest but later becomes skilled through hard work and determination. This includes facing the obstacles, fighting the best, and being themselves while discovering their own talents. They also show good sportsmanship with their peers and always fights for what they believe in. Both series has comedy and drama as well. Ippo has hints of romance while Yowamushi Pedal adapts a more humorous style of presenting itself. read more 

So far, Yowamushi Pedal seemingly follows the same story as Hajime no Ippo. The main character is virtually identical; he's timid, weak, and scared of people and relationships. Both characters are looking to do something that they love and are willing to work hard to achieve their goals. Out of all the anime I've watched, this one has given me that feeling that I felt while watching Ippo fight. 

Both the main characters are timid at the beginning. In due course, their hard work and dedication are rewarded. 

In the beginning, both of the main characters are in a conflict of some sort that later someone comes up to them and provides assistance. Then, they are introduced to a sport which they will enjoy. Ippo and Onoda have similiar personalities of being scared easily, apologizing for no reason whatsoever, and when they step in to their positions for the sport they play, they ROCK it.  

Both Main Characters are loners who dont have any friends. Both of them unknowingly trained before joining their clubs/gym..which ended up making them perfect for the sport they chose to compete in. 

Both see through the MC his journey in the ups and downs and how the MC's become stronger Both MC's are trying to be the best at what they love to do Both series involve friends that help the MC get better Both series about sports  

They may be related to different sports, but both series' main male protagonist are part of a club. And in that club, they find a new passion in sports. In similarity, there is the desire to win and achieve through hard work. Both series' main male protagonist struggle through obstacles. They face powerful rivals while learning more about the sport that they are enduring. It is a journey that they put their shoes into as the first step to achieve a name in the sports world. I recommend both series for anyone looking for an anime with energy, integrity, and what it means to achieve a dream. read more 

These two anime can't really be much more similar than this. The only real difference is the fact, that one is about biking and one is about tennis. Both have main characters, who hold a really big potential to the sport in them, without really knowing it. And both are such hard working people, you wouldn't imagine. Both series tell a story about a rather unpopular guy getting good in a sport and striving his way through the competition there is. 

Both MC's have huge amount of talent and potential for the sport they later on gravitate to Both MC's want to be the best and go through tons of training and hard work to achieve it The two series show more than one main character trying to become the best which slowly shows a grow of friendship but also rivalry's as well Both series have Comedy, Sport, school life, Shounen, elements  

Both are focused on a small group of people, the MC is new to their respective sport. Character development is very well done. They story for both keeps viewers wanting to watch more after every episode yet there is enough variation to keep them from being a copy paste with a new skin on it. Both currently have two seasons, YowaPedal has ended. (sadly)  

While Yowamushi Pedal is more akin to a shonen-style of writing when it comes to its logic in sports, the two protagonists are similar in that they are both unexpected golden players in their field. Both show the huge amount of progress both characters make throughout the series, but while Baby Steps is more focused on Eiichiro's growth and battles while occasionally showing glimpses of rivals and friends playing their games, Yowamushi Pedal is far more all-encompassing, deciding to instead show many characters and their interactions. If you want a Baby Steps that's a little more flashy but instead has many wonderful interactions with tons of colorful characters, here's where to go. read more 

Both have a protagonist who is an atypical sportsman whose talent is discovered to their surprise. Both are hard workers who always stun people through their victories, though Yowamushi Pedal is a team story and has more rivalry dynamics, whereas Baby Steps is more about one boy and his relationships which gradually develop. 

Same basic passion for the sport. If you're not sold on at least watching sports anime, one or the other will probably sell you on them. Yowamush Pedal goes more on the side of showing crazy characters, but it's nevertheless a similar feeling. If you were told they took place in the same universe, you probably wouldn't be surprised. 

Both are sports genre anime that don't rely on supernatural ability-like twists. They stress character development and aren't afraid to have the protagonist or protagonist's team lose in order to strengthen the plot. 

Sports heavily dependent on strategy and trust in the ones on your team. Shows how your emotions can get the better of you if you don't keep yourself calm. A lot of simple mind games are played, meaning players try to read the other players actions before they do it. Because of this the games/races are very long analyzing every single play that makes a difference. Both anime are very technical  

Reliable senpai-tachi, personal growth, teamwork, exciting and unpredictable gamesraces, rivalry, very good teams. I was reluctant at first, but had to admit that yowamushi pedal was a nice sport anime too, a little bit different from diamond no ace, but as much captivating. Comedy moments in both series 

Both are sport anime and focus a lot on people's hardship to get into the main group. 

Both are sports-genre anime and have the same story line- Becoming a hero, becoming the main life line of the team from zero through hard work and struggle and with the help of friends. In each anime MCX has some good rivals with whom they work hard and continuously all they improve themselves. 

Over Drive and Yowamushi Pedal both involve the sport of cycling as a competitive game among its characters. The main male protagonists from both series are involved with club members that also share their passion in cycling. However, they were initially introduced more as outcasts at school. There is plenty of comedy in both series ranging from its dialogues, character interactions, and even the competitions themselves. As for cycling, both series bring out its intensity as the main male protagonists face off against rivals and challenges. 

Yup, Over Drive is also about riding a bicycle and having rivals. Races um well also similar, main characters comes out with potential, cycling clubs in highschool, there is also one main female character in both series (romanceeee yey) . Yep, quite similar except for the art style. (I love the art~) You should try this if you love either one <,< Like meh ;3 

Both are about cycling and the will to win and improve. Yowamushi Pedal has a longer story with more characters and focuses more on teamwork but Over Drive is a little shorter and focuses mostly on one individual with a few supporting characters. 

Both of them are about cycling. But Yowapeda is better than Over Drive in my opinion. And both of them are "must watch" anime for a cycling fan. 

both are cycling anime, though in yowamushi pedal,the main protag already knows how to cycle compared to Over Drive where he doesn't. 

While the other characters aren't similar, both of the main characters are boys in high school who are talented in riding a particular vehicle (car in Initial D and bike in Yowamushi Pedal). Despite showing no interest in the sports of their respective vehicles, they have used them frequently and gained a natural talent for riding them, due to doing a certain activity constantly from a young age (delivering Tofu at night and riding to Akihabara). Eventually, they race against someone else, revealing their true potential despite their outdated/unprofessional models (AE86 and a mommy bike). Other racers are then attracted to their skill. 

The focus on competitions and getting into the technicality of driving or riding in both Initial D and Yowamushi Pedal both have nice balances. Both main characters initially never were involved in the sport and become interested early in the series. Seeing that sort of excitement was fun in both. The excitment developed during races are also very similar. I'd have to say in terms of differences, Yowamushi Pedal is bit more light-hearted and innocent due to the main character and settings but overall the feelings and shining parts of both series are very similar and will be enjoyed with both series. 

Initial D and Yowamushi Pedal takes the idea of competitions and brings it to a level like never before. The competitive atmosphere of both series are astonishing as we witness the main characters compete against one another. They strive to do their best and improve through experiences while learning from mistakes. Both series focuses on different sports but involves the usage of a vehicle. Among them are various brands that characters use/adjust to give them an edge in the competition. Additionally, each character has their own style in operating their vehicles that brings out the shows' uniqueness.  

Both are about 2 highschoolers who are talented at using vehicles for speed one with a bike and with a car. In Yowamushi the main character isn't interested in sports and cycling but has cycled everyday to his favorite anime shop 45km away since the 4th grade. In Initial D the main charater isn't interested in street racing but had to deliever tofu for his father and drive up and down the mountain pass since the 7th grade. Also they both use very out dated vehicles, in Yowamushi the main character uses a Mommy Bike and in Initial D the main character uses a car from 1986.  read more 

While one is about superheroes, and one is about cycling, both of them focus on similar characters that aim to improve themselves and get better at their respective talents. The progression of the story, and the style of animation in each series are also similar. 

-Both MC are someone that no one have expectation for them and underdog type of protagonist. -Both MC are voiced by the same voice actor. -Seeing them make the viewer want to support as the odds are against them. -The character are compete with each other to be more than the others.  

Even though they're different genres, these two give very similar vibes imo, mainly because of the main characters. First, the main characters have the same Japanese VA, Daiki Yamashita. The main characters are both hard-working, silly, nerdy, and passionate about their interests (anime for Onoda, and heroes for Deku). They are both inspirational, and motivate you to work hard to accomplish your dreams.  

The main characters from both series are timid, small in size, and wimpy. Both did odd jobs throughout their lives which helped develop their skill. Then one day they find out what they truly love. In Eyeshield 21: Sena found American Football. He was the best Running Back player on their team. While in Yowamushi Pedal: Sakamichi wanted to revive the Anime club but found out he was good at cycling. Coincidental they have someone they like. Mamaru from Eyeshield 21 andMiki from Yowamushi Pedal which drives them to do better. Both series we see their team grow strong and the bonds they share.  read more 

Eyeshield 21 and Yowamushi Pedal both consist of a main character, that are "weak" "nerdy" "uncool". They do so much repetitive courses that they don't even have a clue that they are amazing at it. For our Pedalist, Onoda, it is cycling. In Eyeshield, it is Sena, who runs a lot. They are both sports anime and have a lot of comedy and with different, interesting characters and their PAST. 

They both have a skill that they trained since they were kids and have same personality. They both somehow forced to play sports (Sena was forced to play American football by hiruma and Sakamichi was challenged by Imaizumi to race), and later on they start to like that sport and aim to win a tournament together with their teammates. 

Kaze ga Tsuyoku Fuiteiru is an anime about running. It's the next best thing. This anime is underrated and very good with a finished story and really good character developement. If you loved Yowamushi Pedal you will definitely love this anime!! 

Similar sports anime with comedic characters. 

They both express the theme of friendship through sports (the passion, they have for the sport, in this case cycling) and how they want their team to be the best in Japan. Throughout the series you can see the main character overcome multiple challenges as they all go for gold. 

Both anime are sports oriented with a protagonist demonstrating unpredictable and outstanding results that surprises everyone. Also builds up to competing and winning competitions with a variety of characters as well as 1-2 people being the more experienced and supportive friend of the protagonist. 

Both anime about sport, the main character wasn't interested in this their sports, but after trying it out they fell in love with it. *Main characters wants to improve to help their team *Both anime includes their motivation to improve 

Although there are differences in the genres between these two anime, but there is a similar thing happened in the life of the main characters. Hotaru Tachibana, the protagonist of Aoharu x Kikanjuu who never knew survival games before. However, after being introduced to the game and got invited to join a survival game team, she becomes obsessed about it. Then, Sakamichi Onoda, the protagonist of Yowamushi Pedal who at first wasn't interested in bicycle racing. But because a particular sequence of events, he was asked to join the high school cycling club. Later on, his team won the Inter High competition. So in short, thanks to the unexpected invitations, they've found something to fight for. read more 

Both bike anime, Minami is all about the having fun aspect and Yowapeda is about the competitive side.