Gokushufudou


The Way of the Househusband

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Synonyms: The Way of the House Husband, Yakuza goes Houseman
Japanese: 極主夫道
English: The Way of the Househusband
German: Yakuza goes Hausmann
Spanish: De Yakuza a Amo de Casa
French: La Voie du tablier
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Type: ONA
Episodes: 5
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Apr 8, 2021
Producers: Netflix
Licensors: None found, add some
Studios: J.C.Staff
Source: Web manga
Genre: ComedyComedy
Themes: Adult CastAdult Cast, Gag HumorGag Humor, Organized CrimeOrganized Crime
Duration: 17 min. per ep.
Rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older

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Score: 7.251 (scored by 249920249,920 users)
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Ranked: #30762
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Popularity: #542
Members: 441,396
Favorites: 2,779

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Similar type of comedy shorts type feel, concerning a character and how hes not what he seems. Although more alike in 'vibes' i guess than plot, as Saiki Kusuo is definitely more extensive with a larger cast and somewhat of character development, but both shows are baseline feelgood comedies and I think if you enjoyed the comdey style in one youd like the other. 
report Recommended by crimsonrose2407
both are about house husbands that also have abilities in cooking and comfort their late-from-work-coming wife 
report Recommended by goldenotaqu
Due to both shows sharing the same director, the comedy between them feels similar. Also the animation style is similar as well. 
report Recommended by BlackCicero
Both shows are about Yakuza/Ex-Yakuza men who are put into a position of having to take responsibility for something. Taking care of a household and taking care of a (very difficult) child. The comedy in both comes primarily from these main men trying their best in these fairly normal situations, but bringing their Yakuza knowledge into the fray. If you enjoyed the ridiculous scenarios that came from Hinamatsuri, especially those relating to the gang itself, you will very likely enjoy Househusband. 
report Recommended by Xaeveax
Both slice-of-life comedy anime feature a serious yet committed "male" housekeeper who tries to care of a busy office lady and various household chores. Both female lead are poor at homemaking but they are saved by their unique partner at the end of the day. To put it very simply, Dekiru Neko is Gokushufudou but instead of an ex-gang member, the partner of the office lady is an adopted stray cat.  
report Recommended by Indolence
Protagonists are both linked to the Yakuza as either ex-Yakuza or current Yakuza, but rather than seeing much of their violent side, they demonstrate their softer side as they become a babysitter / househusband filled with comedy.  
report Recommended by Aleron
Both very silly, have the same type of humor, have main characters that share a similar type of vibe (as well as side characters), and although the two anime have entirely different plots, they're so in sync, that honestly, the main characters may as well be alternate versions of each other. 
report Recommended by SindySugar
The styles for these Anime is rough around the edges, which helps to emphasize the fact both series deal with societal rejects. One takes place in high school while the other ends up involving adults, yet there is major levels of crazy going on with the plot. 
report Recommended by Yemi_Hikari
Both have simple animation style, similar style of comedy and references to otaku culture. 
report Recommended by Weebbe
Both anime have mean looking guys who unexpectedly like cute objects, which results in a lot of comedic misunderstandings 
report Recommended by kuzamine
Both shows are over-the-top comedies involving unlikely characters in a domestic situation. True, the animation in Gokushufudou is...lacking, to say the least, but the music and voice acting more than make up for it - another trait that it shares with Spy x Family, in my opinion. 
report Recommended by n3k0rin
the main characters of both shows are men with criminal backgrounds trying to live normal lives  
report Recommended by lambda30
Ditch crime, make food. Delicious slice of life comedies about a criminal's life change (and his cooking skills). While the 'Daddies' are still involved with the underground world and the 'Househusband' already left the mafia for good, both Kazuki and Tatsu are able to prepare outstanding dishes for their loved ones - and can be pretty damn funny at it, too. 
report Recommended by RenaPsychoKiller
This short really brought me back to Detroit Metal City, not only the silly yet hilarious setting, but also the gags, wacky animation and in general the short yet fun anime. Quite liked both and this directly reminded me off DMC!  
report Recommended by RafaelDeJongh
If you are there for the sugar daddy materials :D 
report Recommended by Girasol
He's a kind person at heart, but the mere sight of the MC is enough to scare most people away with his intimidating looks. They are comedy anime built around the idea of having a character who looks frightening and evil but they are actually a nice person. The main difference is that gokushufudou has an adult-cast while Angel Densetsu is a school anime. 
report Recommended by Eziprez
A very similar type of humor. Both anime break stereotypes and even make fun of the popular types of main characters, yakuza and superheroes. 
report Recommended by AthensBestCity
Episodes are broken up into smaller events or scenes. Similar humor. 
report Recommended by rubba_dubdub
Both have a unique yet light-hearted comedic setting. 
report Recommended by RubanS
Similar comedic style and both are Netflix exclusives.  
report Recommended by nachyochiz
Both are controversial for their technical qualities, but if you're able to think about what their intentions are, they're not bad. Generally more targeted towards younger audiences who care more about enjoyment. 
report Recommended by Space_Boyfriend
there both really funny shows that always can melt your heart and they both have MC's that are not people you would see often in anime 
report Recommended by RodneyOwO
both mc's may appear bad but they're actually good 
report Recommended by mason_black
Super silly short anime about unlikely romances and the funny and unique situations these weird relationships lead to. Neither anime take themselves too seriously yet manage to still warm your heart with plenty of wholesome scenes. 
report Recommended by KousakaK
Make food, not crime. The everyday life of a badass, but actually super nice dude (secret agent/former yakuza) who's equally skilled in murder and macarons. Husband material indeed. Short episodic antics with mouth-watering dishes, cute pets, unvulgar humour and a chill slice of life vibe. 
report Recommended by RenaPsychoKiller
Ex delinquents turned - more or less - productive elements of society. Although complete opposites for personality and motivations, both Onizuka (teacher) and Tatsu (househusband) are tough, strong-willed but goofy former gang members who left the criminal side of life to follow their goal or loved one, with hilarious results. While GTO has crude comedy, fanservice and action with controversial/sensitive scenes/topics in a school setting, Gokushufudou is a much more wholesome and tame slice of life story. Still, they share an educational purpose of sorts - in very different ways: Onizuka usually shows a perverted, immature side and irreverent thug attitude, resorting to questionable, if not illegal  read more 
report Recommended by RenaPsychoKiller
Two high concept comedies parodying Japanese culture and anime. The Way of the Househusband examines what if a feared yakuza became an honest stay-at-home husband. Uncle from Another World examines what if a man who spent 17 years in another world returns to modern Japan. They have different comedy styles, but that should not stop you from looking into this recommendation. Both series are very straightforward so if this high concept appeals to you then you'll have a good laugh.  
report Recommended by lancelot200
Daily Lives of High School Boys and The Way of the Househusband are sketch comedy series that do not have a real storyline, but often use callbacks in sketches. People often rate The Way of the Househusband lower because of its animation, but if you accept it then you'll have a laugh. That being said, Daily Lives of High School Boys is the better comedy series.  
report Recommended by lancelot200
Both anime are relaxed comedies that center around retired male protagonist badasses. In Sunred, the man is a retired hero who often bumps into wholesome morons some of whom want to harm him and share history, similar to how past thugs are often encountered in The Way of the House Husband. Furthermore, both protagonists just want to live a normal life with their partner without any nonsense. Also, when the time comes for it, both protagonists could easily batter absolutely any foe, though since these are lighthearted animes, this rarely happens.  
report Recommended by Mercury64
It has a same episode structure of having many "episodes" in one and focuses on the daily life of the protagonists on an interesting setting. 
report Recommended by lkevsan
My Neighbors the Yamadas and The Way of the Househusband show the humour in the mundane aspects of life through vignettes. They are both casual, comedic slice of life without any real storylines. Their animation also depart from the standard anime style. My Neighbors the Yamadas resembles a newspaper comic strip. The Way of the Househusband resembles a motion comic. If you can accept their animation style then you'll find yourself laughing and enjoying yourself.  
report Recommended by lancelot200
The stories and styles are very different, but both are comedy anime that have short seasons and 15-ish minute episodes, which make them good for light entertainment AND for binge-ing. They're also both Netflix Originals, at least in the US (not sure about other areas). 
report Recommended by ChangeLeopardon
They both feature similar gag comedy and over the top characters. Househusband shares the most similarity with the moments in Gintama in which characters are put into unfamiliar situations (which is frankly most episodes). Many of the members of the Shinsengumi in particular have similar traits as Tatsu, and watching Househusband reminded me of many of their goofier arcs. 
report Recommended by Xaeveax
Both are a shorter format. Both have a slapstick element to them. Both have a pretty out of the box story to them. Shows share a similar vibe. 
report Recommended by Wickedpixel