Bocchi the Rock!

Slice-of-life anime shows that talk about cute high-school girls forming band together. The two shows differ slightly in that K-on focuses more on cuteness of moe characters while Bocchi is more about comedy in an abstract way. 

Relatable for people with social anxiety. Both stories are rather simple, but very likeable. Same goes for characters. 

Loner main character gets revenge by making friends and enjoy school youth. 

both are comedy show since nichijou i dont think that it was any show that give me feel fun to watch cgdct but btr are great.it show represent passionate of creator stuido  

-Problems with communication -Getting friends anyway  

Both focus around making it in a bad a reserved introverted mc and alot of really great music in it as well too. 

Both stories introduce us to a group of girls forming a rock band. Although Bocchi the Rock! It focuses more on comedy and the reactions caused by the extreme shyness of the protagonist. Personal and interpersonal conflicts are also discussed. These conflicts are treated in Girls Band Cry in a more adult way. The story places emphasis on these types of conflicts that develop the relationships and way of being of the protagonists, and channeling them into their songs. 

Cute girls doing cute things 

Comedic stories with a focus on music as the plot's vessel. The personalities of the characters in both animes are rather similar and the stories develop in a similar fashion. On one side, Bocchi the Rock has a somewhat more mature plot with a lesser focus on school life and a much bigger comedic impact, but both shows include many scenes bound to make anyone who enjoys music and specifically the whole aspects of live performances and a band's day-to-day lives feel really hyped. The music in both animes is amazing for anyone who likes rock, and any musicians can certainly be inspired by what they see and hear in these animes. read more 

Both shows feature a main character who struggles with (relatable?) self doubt and a lack of confidence. They have a similar feel of comedy, as their struggles are both portrayed in a similarly comic way. Although Bocchi feels more exaggerated/extreme than Comic Girls in that regard. Both characters also have a similar kind of situation and growth. They enter a new environment and make new friends who have a shared goal. You see both characters slowly grow as they gain more confidence, work harder, and become more comfortable with their new friends. While the main character in Comic girls isn't a prodigy like in Bocchi the Rock, both characters talents begin to reveal themselves as the shows progress.  read more 

- Creating a rock band. - For the main character it's the first time in their lives to experience being in a band. - Main character is very talented but other members don't know it at first. - Problems with money so band members have to do additional work. Both series feature these aspects so if you are looking for similar series you might check them out.  

They both make fantastic songs. 

a coming-of-age story about cute girls trying to achieve their dreams  

Both characters are wanting to chase their dreams. One suffers from crippling anxiety the other suffers from a inferiority complex both become to pass the hurdle thats holding them back by a individual who reaches out to them via music. Strong emphasis on the group and their interactions just like Kessoku band and good music to pair with it.  

There are very creative visual gags and overall good direction, similar to Karekano. If you appreciated this aspect of Karekano and are not turned off by the idea of a 4 girls cringe comedy focused on single character narrative, you will probably really enjoy this show. 

Both follow a socially awkward protagonist make friends and pursue their passions with unique soundtrack and animation  

Both Bocchi the Rock and BanG Dream focus on high school girls who are in bands together, with slice-of-life elements and a great cast of characters. Both shows also have amazing music. 

Girls starts a band (Bocchi the Rock)/an idol group (Zombieland Saga). Bocchi the Rock and Zombieland Saga shares great characters in the cast and if you like cute girls doing their best with music these animes are good matches. 

Group of girls start a band . Both have themes of mental health and bocchi and tomori are very similar characters imo! Bocchi is more comedic while Mygo is more of a drama 

Music anime that doesn't sugarcoat what it's like to be a musician, one is a rock guitarist and the other is a jazz pianist. Introverted protagonists Hitori Gotou and Kaoru Nishimi need to break out of their shells for them to be able to play their instruments alongside other bandmates. Also, both anime serve their respective genres with its scene justice. 

Bocchi the Rock and 3-Gatsu no Lion are slice of life shows told from the POV of the main character. Hitori and Rei are very skilled in wath they do (Guitar vs Shogi), but struggle with crippling mental conditions (social anxiety vs depression). Both characters put in a lot of effort to overcome their shortcoming and are helped by some really great people during the history. It's also common for both shows to fully utilise the media to delivery they emotional payload at full strenght to the audience, begin a treat both to ears and eyes. 

Both anime are comedic slife-of-life series that focuses on socially anxious protagonists trying their best to make friends and engage with the broader world. 

- female characters trying their best to make it in the music industry - peak into the underground live music scene in Japan - both have comedic and inspirational moments - Similar animation style - Great original music 

Bocchi the Rock! is one of the most creative comedy series in years. Its humour is centered on a single character with social anxiety as she tries to be part of a band. It uses an unhinged animation style to portray how the main character is feeling, which creates very funny and memorable moments. Asobi Asobase is easily part of the top tier of comedy anime. Its gag humour is centered on the dynamics of three characters as they hangout after school. It uses an unhinged animation style to emphasize its ridiculous takes. Both anime excel at absurd comedy, which is very difficult to pull off without being pure nonsense.  read more 

Both series focus on deeply socially anxious protagonists who try their best to deal with social interactions and day-to-day life in comedic scenarios. 

Both shows are music centered with unique but relatable and inspiring characters characters and fell-good friendship elements. Though there are differences such as Carole &Tuesday being sci-fi while Bocchi the Rock is slice of life, both have a great plot with some comedy elements.  

CGDCT Manga Time Kirara anime adaptations with a very introverted protagonist who has trouble talking to others meeting a cast of characters in a certain goal they strive for, meeting some more talktative and extroverted main characters too on the journey. Probably the main difference in the protagonist's characters is that Umika's a lot more quiet and timid and petit-feeling whereas Bocchi is more just having social anxiety not wanting to mingle and socialize. As well, Bocchi the Rock takes more on a gag comedy-feel of a show compared to Hoshikuzu Telepath's more plot-based show. 

Although Bocchi the Rock! is centered on a girl with crippling social anxiety who joins a rock band, it is one of the most creative comedy series in years. The animators extends the scenes from its 4-koma manga source material. By using various animation styles to portray the thoughts and emotions of the main character, they are better able to show her neuroticism, which creates the humour. Daily Lives of High School Boys is a more standard comedy series without a real storyline. It is a pure gag comedy anime centered on a group of boys living their lives. It has no life lessons, but there is plenty of laughs. You should make time for these series if you love comedy.  read more 

The comedy style is super similar and the animation is over the top and constantly switching art styles just like Bocchi. Also main girl is socially awkward just not as awkward 

For those who like Bocchi the Rock's perspective on overcoming social anxiety, Welcome to the NHK is a fresh take that focuses almost exclusively on this element. 

Their style of comedy is very similar so if you enjoy one of these series you'll definitely enjoy the other also. Note: Oregairu post season have less comedic moments and it becomes more of drama anime 

If you like Bocchi the Rock for its playful character chemistry, laid back feel, and cute character designs then you'll like NNB.  

Hitori (Bocchi the Rock!) and Futaba (Amanchu) are socially introverted individuals who lack any self-confidence, but aspire to break out of their isolation. By luck, they encounter someone who drags them to something new. Hitori has deep social anxiety to the point of living with self-deprecation as a coping mechanism. Futaba is simply a shy and nervous girl who is tired of being lonely. Bocchi the Rock! is the more engaging anime because Hitori will knowingly self-sabotage herself whereas Futaba is a good girl who works hard to change herself. Anyone who felt loneliness or personal inadequacy will relate to them.  

Interesting art choices, characters with their own issues 

The MCs of these shows are similar in their initial personalities, both being depressed, friendless, lonely people, but then they find a hobby and gain confidence and friendship. Super Cub is far less comedic than Bocchi, taking on a more dramatic, chill tone, but I think that the overall narrative similarities override that. Both also fall into that niche of CGDCT that go into a lot of depth with the hobby of the girls.  

Both Mob Psycho 100 and Bocchi the Rock! have unique animation and humor. Both shows also star a socially awkward main character trying to overcome there social anxiety.  

If you like music just like me, and have watched BOCCHI THE ROCK! Please give a chance to Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso, even if they are different genres they still have a music on its center of narrative,. 

A cute wholesome show that made me forget my problems for a while! 10/10 

Not a series and the music genre is different however, the plot is emotional in the sense that it's about overcoming challenges and accepting change. 

both are a cute/fun slice of life where a cast of highschool girls start a band together!! Bocchi The Rock is a little more high energy rather than the usually relaxing vibe of K-on, but it gives me the same feeling of hanging out with characters I like being around and just having a good time going on adventures together. The MC, Bocchi, has crippling anxiety, and the characters she meets- from her new friends in Keisoku Band to side characters- all have distinct personalities that make it fun to watch!! One of the things that's made it hard for me to find a new show to watch after K-on was that it, to me, has heart and a genuineness to it that later slice of life usually doesn't, because...well, they're trying to copy K-on! But Bocchi has heart and spirit. The people who made Bocchi the Rock made it because they wanted to make these characters and this story, and it's captured me in the same way K-on did and made me feel that same spark of engagement, with enough of a different *spice* to it that it feels refreshing and exciting. I couldn't recommend it enough. read more 

Cute girls play rock and create music. 

Bocchi The Rock comes of as a goofy slice of life anime that has good music and good implementation. But.. what if... it had drama. Hibike! Euphonium has it all, from goofy interactions to humane characters and really personal character development. (I honestly thought Bocchi was the peak of music anime but this anime really tops it off. Hands down my all time favorite.) 

atm only watched 1 episode of bocchi but both are shows with bright colours and are about a person with crippling social anxiety but genderswapped and also instead of fishing its being in a band and also are both really fun to watch. 

Both MCs are shy at the beginning and become more socialized til the end of show 

Both are quite different sure, I mean one is about an introverted girl pursuing her passion for guitar, and the other is about a bunch of girls just living a casual high school life, however, in my opinion, they just that same "thing" about them. They have the same feeling that you just can't find in much other anime. They're both relatable as heck and have amazing comedy. (this got removed for not being opinion based and persuasive already once, so moderators, if you are reading this then I beg of you to keep this up, thx pookies;)) 

Both animes are about a girls band, where you see the start of their band and difficulties 

Bocchi the Rock! and Kimi ni Todoke are centered on two protagonists that have a complete lack of social skills, which causes them endless difficulties. Sawako (Kimi ni Todoke) is a pure-hearted, and compassionate girl who desperately wants friends, but is constantly bullied for her being scary-looking. Her self-deprecation and naivety creates misunderstandings that she is unable to resolve easily since she has no social skills. Bocchi (Bocchi the Rock!) is a nervous trainwreck in a perpetual state of despair who desperately wants to change and have friends, but is incapable of approaching someone. Her self-deprecation and anxiety makes her lie to escape any situation and to appear normal. Anyone who related to these characters should consider this recommendation.  read more 

Despite from the different era (Azumanga from Heisei and BTR from Reiwa) and genre (BTR focuses in music while Azumanga is a SoL with more general context), both Azumanga and BTR are the same sitcom-SoL anime shows that share the same cute but goofy and even memetic traits, mainly from Bocchi herself and Osaka, and both are relatable either in their respective eras or nowadays. Both Bocchi and Osaka are considered by many fans as the goofiest slice of life heroines ever exist. Well, if you want to enjoy a slapstick slice of life, these two would be a great combination. 

Both series focus on high schoolers who are devoting themselves to a craft (art in Period, music in Bocchi) while interacting with like-minded artists and dealing with their own internal/psychological issues. Bocchi leans much more onto the comedy than Blue Period does and has a more varied animation style. 

While Bocchi's characters are high school students and its fundamentaly a Cute Girls Doing Cute Things show, making it completely different from the dramatic elements of NANA and the problems of young adults, the music aspect of NANA and Bocchi is very similar. This recommendation is for those who enjoyed the band and concert parts of Bocchi, because NANA gives an almost identical feeling when it comes to perfomance and live play of the bands included in the series. 

Both series are comedies satirizing darker and uncomfortable aspects of humanity with protagonists that are....not in the best head space to say the least. Where BTR satirizes (but also portrays in a perfect and honest fashion) social anxiety, SZS satirizes all the problems with society as a whole. SZS's protagonist is an outright cynical person who's prone to freak outs in a similar vein as Bocchi, however both still manage to keep a light and comedic tone....most of the time. SZS also goes absolutely ham with it's visuals. While BTR's experimental visuals are saved for Bocchi's internal struggles, SZS is just a straight up avant garde all the time. SZS however is full on episodic compared to BTR's slightly more serialized structure. read more 

The essential Kirara companion series to BTR. Both series have cameos in each other, and both mangaka are friends with each other. 

If you want another pure comedy show with good animations, then this is a show for you, even though they couldn't be furter apart in every other aspect. 

Art is beautiful to fight social anxiety, MC are quite related to stay in their own world, well writed, anime studio did good too. 

Anxious-delusional girl with zero friends and zero social skills wants to become a musician. 

Both anime have main leads with crippling social anxiety and have very similar overreactions when encountering anything outside their very small bubble. They slowly but eventually learn to gain more confidence in themselves. There are superficial differences in plot and set-up but notable ones are that Princess Jellyfish is about inner beauty and has romantic elements whilst Bocchi the Rock is about music and making friends CGDCT-style. Jellyfish is also about young adults while Bocchi has highschoolers as the main characters. Thematically though they are very similar and both have visually creative gags and have well-executed comedic tones 

The way main characters (Bocchi and Luna) react to things or situations that are too overwhelming for them is similar. So if you are looking for characters with funny reactions you might check out them both.  

The CGDCT genre for girls- Cool Guys Doing Clumsy Things. Each episode feels like a short therapy session that ends way too quickly. Animation and colors are pleasing on the eyes, both are comfy shows with relatable characters.  

Cute girls doing cool music. Nuff said. 

Both are music-driven anime that involve introverted leads whose main insecurities are played for laughs Bocchi - Social awkwardness DMC - Split-personality 

Bocchi the Rock and Kitakubu Katsudou Kiroku both have a similar style of humor. If you find the jokes in Bocchi the Rock funny, especially the ones that break the 4th wall, then you may also enjoy Kitakubu Katsudou Kiroku because it has these kinds of gags and jokes in it all the time. Check it out if you are interested.  

Very different genres, atmospheres, and maturity levels, but very similar use of creative artwork to depict ideas and emotions. Bakemonogatari (or Monogatari as a whole) tends to do more quick jabs of humor while Bocchi the Rock tries to setup an alternate scenario of hilarity to make the scenario itself the joke. 

"I really want to feel the music, the real j-rock both in the anime and in their music" I firmly believe that the best thing about this anime is the music. The songs that have come out are really good, and I feel like there are very few in between that make you go, "Wow, I'm definitely going to listen to every song by this band." So, which anime complies with this rule? Fukumenki Noise If you are one of those who likes insertion songs more, you will love this anime. Also in the openings, endings, OST, etc. "Kessoku band" has made me feel what at first made me feel "in NO hurry to shout;" back in the distant 2017. The plots are somewhat different, but in both animes they represent very well, for example, the nervousness in live concerts, or what happens behind the scenes. Both female protagonists have their own personal problems that they will solve with the passing of the chapters. Although Fukumenki Noise is a shoujo unlike the characteristic "moe" of Bocchi the rock, it is a work that deserves to be seen, because if you have loved Bocchi the Rock with their respective songs, you are going to love Fukumenki Noise by same way. "that band" by kessoku band "high school" by in NO hurry to shout; My favorite songs from these bands. read more