Kuroshitsuji

Vanitas no Karte addpermalink

Both shows feature a supernatural + human main character duo solving mysteries in late 1800s Europe. Kuroshitsuji takes place in England whereas Vanitas no Karte is in Paris, and Kuroshitsuji focuses on demons whereas Vanitas no Karte focuses on vampires. However, they have a similar narrative style and humor, while still being able to get serious when the time is right. If you enjoyed one, I highly recommend watching the other. 

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Death Parade addpermalink

Both series have a similar color palate,and theme of judement of life and death,and are Psychological theories on humans.  

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Ouran Koukou Host Club addpermalink

Both anime's are set in a world full of richdom and welth. I think the art is also kind of similar, but I don't know if other people agree. Kuroshitsuji also has those random funny moments like Ouran High School Host Club. Here's a funny fact: Both main-characters (in Ouran High School Host Club it's Haruhi, and in Kuroshitsuji Ciel) are voiced by the same seiyuu! Ouran High School Host Club & Kuroshitsuji both have shounen-ai hinted themes. 

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Yami no Matsuei addpermalink

Both of these animes have the same supernatural dark themed atmosphere, and it has the same theme of having a strong bond between it's two male protagonists (yami no matsuei's shounen ai is much more exposed though). Both animes pertains to solving some mysterious cases too. I am 100% sure that you'll like Kuroshitsuji if you're a big fan of yami no matsuei. 

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Both of these animes are a combination of comedy, mystery and a shounen-ai (hinted, as in Kuroshitsuji's case) theme. They also share main-characters with a bond between a young boy and a male. Another thing worth mentioning is that Ciel and Hisoka's  appearance, voice and personality are much alike. 

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Both shows play on the grimmer side of 'BL' style stories. They also delight in mysteries, wicked twists, and eccentric characters. Shinigami (Reapers) and Demons play a role in both stories, although at opposite sides. Shinigami are not all benevolent, and the Demon in Kuroshitsuji seems more noble then most other characters. 

Kuroshitsuji has a more prevalent gothic atmosphere then Yami no Matsuei, but very similar priorities on character designs. Both shows put an effort into making the characters look good, but sometimes the animation gets a little off or doesn't look as ideal as desired. Some episodes also get pretty bad on fanservice compared to Yami no Matsuei and can easily be omitted (In my case this was 7 - 9). But otherwise the show is very solid, and delivers a very befitting finale. 

Some characters in Yami no Matsuei, like Hisoka or Muraki, have similarities to ones from Kuroshitsuji. Hisoka's tragic past seems oddly similar to Ciel, the main character of Kuroshitsuji, as does his cold behavior at the beginning of the series. The seductive villain Muraki is somewhat similar to Sebastien, Ciel's butler, but of course it's not nearly so simple as that. There are many nuances to these characters then would be first let on, much like in Yami no Matsuei. 

The story in Kuroshitsuji does not get darker in theme until episode 4, so if the mood whiplash between comedy and drama bothers you it does go away. Unfortunately the lighter moments don't seem to blend in as well as they did in Yami no Matsuei, but they can be managed. All else fails, pay more attention to character behavior then the poorly done 'jokes.' Kuroshitsuji can be silly, and over the top but it is a fun ride once it finally settles down.  read more

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Similar characters, with the same characteristics. Supernatural themed, with good-looking male old and young protagonists. Both are based on solving cases, and they both do a special consideration to desserts and cakes 

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Both are spooky themed stories focusing a supernatural cast as well as sharing dark artstyles,hints of romance and also a bit of action it as well too and a really nice artstyle to look at as well too. 

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91 Days addpermalink

Both are set in the 1900s in European countries. Both of the main characters are seeking revenge on the people who killed their family. Both stories are dark. 

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xxxHOLiC addpermalink

Characters really do look a like! i think that Sebastian from kuroshitsuji is male version of Yuuko from xxxholic. also at first sight i thought that kuroshitsuji was product of Clamp, but i guess i was simply mistaken. 

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Soredemo Sekai wa Utsukushii addpermalink

Spoiled brat of a boy has servant help him run things.  Except in Soredemo, boy has an older girl to complain to as well.

Both clearly appeal to fujoshi and female viewers. 

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Servamp addpermalink

Young boy makes a contant with a supernatural being, and proceeds to meet a cast full of bishounen characters. Predominantly male cast anime made more for a female audience. 

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Vampire Knight addpermalink

Kuroshitsuji concerns certain uncommon interactions between butler and master. Vampire Knight does not concern demons/angels/shinigami. If you really enjoyed either this one or Vampire Knight then you will love this next series (if you're into vampires). Vampire Knight is more focused on dark romance involved with vampires and humans with a love triangle in the mix and a dark secret that will unravel itself later in the story.  

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If you like dark, gothic storylines where the characters forever seem destined to meet a very unpleasant fate, than Vampire Knight and Kuroshitsuji (Black Butler) are both probably a good bet. Although there is not a great similarity between the storylines, the tone is unmistakably similar: dark, mysterious plots where characters strive to overcome conspiracies in which their tragic pasts are the key. 

The level of character development is about equal in both of these as well; the protagonists drive the plot forward (although they have very different motivations), and the secondary characters are mysterious non-humans who are more knowledgeable than they let on. Also, side characters add a bit of light-hearted humor in a way that isn't annoying and does not detract from the overall ominous intrigue of the main plot.

Also, for anyone who liked one for the extremely suggestive, yet understated sexuality in one, you will definitely get the same in the other. Warnings: if you don't like hints of yaoi (boy/boy) relationships, Kuroshitsuji might not be for you, although you can certainly watch the story without these elements affecting your enjoyment of the piece. Similarly, if you have a problem with suggestions of consensual incest (in a weird, roundabout manner of speaking), Vampire Knight and it's sequel may also not be for you.

Another great thing about these animes is that both can stand alone in their first seasons, but if you want more, then there is a wonderful second season which lets you explore each world even further. read more

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The stories arent similar in the least bit but the dark style and the type of animation is. Kuroshitsuji, or Black Butler, is has that 'supernatural' aspect similar to Vampire Knight, referred to as VK from now on.

Black Butler(BB) is about a demon butler whos contracted with a 13 year old boy who has inherited his familys mansion and toy company. The contract was that the Butler, Sebastian, was to help the boy, Ciel, find and kill whoever killed his parents and after Sebastian held his part of the deal up he would get to devour Ciel's soul. 

The story line has no romance to it like VK but it BB and VK are both dark and the viewer is captured into it. I usually dont enjoy dark animes or any stories for that matter but i thoroughly enjoyed both VK and VD. 

BB isnt 100% dark there is a slight playfulness in Sebastian and Ciel's relationship and the other stuff of the mansion that are used as the comic relief. (much as Aido and the rest of the Night Class occasionally come across as for the VK series) read more

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Both are spooky gothic themed stories,that share supernatural characters,elements of action in it,broody atmospheres,suspense and also moments of drama between characters as well too and elements of romance in it as well too. 

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Hakushaku to Yousei addpermalink

Set in 19th century England, both have bishounen, some supernatural and magic element. Both are comedy with a little bit of action (in Kuroshitsuji there is much more) 

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Eikoku Koi Monogatari Emma addpermalink

Roughly same time (Victorian Romance Emma takes place about 25 years before Kuroshitsuji), same attention to detail and I believe Kuroshitsuji references Victorian Romance Emma in a few things. Otherwise very different, but if you like the era, go for it! 

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Gankutsuou addpermalink

European aristocracy + supernatural forces + some shōnen-ai allusions.
Gankutsuou is more sophisticated and unique.
 

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Blood+ addpermalink

Many people have the same character in particular is very similar to the relationship hagixsaja- sebastianxciel 

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Dantalian no Shoka addpermalink

Both are in the same Era, and have two protagonists that make a contract with each other, one of them has supernatural powers and uses it to solve mysteries. Both give you a gothic feeling.  

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Tactics addpermalink

Both are supernatural shows in which a demonic being which has assumed the form of a beautiful man is bound to serve a human boy.  In both cases, the demon is loyal to his master to a certain extent but relatively neutral in terms of good and evil.  Both shows also have a variety of silly characters in the background, including a clumsy maid. 

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Matantei Loki Ragnarok addpermalink

Loki and Ciel are alike in many ways and both stories revolve around the supernatural. 

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Le Chevalier D'Eon addpermalink

Both take place in Europe in much older times and the main characters are both people who serve directly under the ruler of their country. Both also contain fantasy and mystery elements 

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Natsume Yuujinchou addpermalink

At first it doesn't seem similiar at all.
But there is some things that connect these series and I probably only noticed because I watched them one after another (I watched Natsume immediately after Kuroshitsuji).

Both have a contract with a demon who promises to eat them after all is done (or in Natsume's case when there is an opening.)
In both cases the main lead is about the only one who knows about it.
Furthermore the male leads seem similiar in personality, appearing adult, serious and short-tempered. 

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Ansatsu Kyoushitsu addpermalink

The main character in both is a supernatural/ultrapowerful being who can pretty much do whatever it wants. It will be a hard time killing either Korosensei or Sebastian. Comedy also plays a huge part in both shows, although the humor in Black Butler is much darker. Both series also have huge casts. 

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Rozen Maiden addpermalink

Both have the same old fashioned lolita, renaissance, elegant, etc. kind of style 

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Fullmetal Alchemist addpermalink

I'm surprised nobody has recommended Kuroshitsuji yet as an alternate anime to FMA. While Kuro was produced by A-1 Pictures and FMA was produced by Bones, they've got a LOT in the way of similarities. 

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Karneval (TV) addpermalink

In both series, there's a fantasy like feeling with a more sophisticated style of its artwork.

The main male protagonist is a young boy; although they have very different personalities. However, it focuses on his relationship with others as well as the people he meets along the well.

Both series also gives off a gothic like feeling with its artwork and also a small sense of mystery. 

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Noblesse: Awakening addpermalink

"Yes, my Lord." - Sebastian
Remember that phrase? Made you fall in love with him, right
"Yes, Master." - Frankenstein
Are you ready to fall in love with your new unhuman Master-Butler/servant duo?

You are welcome to catch a glimpse of the exceptional life of the noble Rai, who is the creature that is above all others.
The fascinating animation & storyline and hot bishounen characters will glue you to your seat
 

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Bungou Stray Dogs addpermalink

Both of the main characters are solving crime cases and makes many mentions to the real world issues. Music is very pleasing in both of the animes- not only openings and endings but the background music as well. If you are a person of culture, books, plot twists ; then this is the anime for you! In Kuroshitsuji season 1, plot does not fully explain main character's background, so does Bungou stray dogs. The structure is quite similar,but both of them are very unique in their own ways! 

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Ginyuu Mokushiroku Meine Liebe addpermalink

•Similar aesthetic and art style featuring a toned down color palate
•Aristocratic main characters who are young in age, yet fairly capable and skilled as expected of the upper class
•Set in a historical European time period and environment with gothic architecture
•Darker plot themes
•Revolves around a political base (in Kuroshitsuji, Ciel works for the queen, in Meine Liebe, the characters are potential candidates for an advisory position in the royal palace and aim to be nominated)
•Social hierarchy is emphasized 

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Fate/Zero addpermalink

both anime deal with a master who has a servant with special powers…though the situation is a bit different 
both anime have a dark atmosphere and show the wicked side of human beings 

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Skip Beat! addpermalink

They are about the main character doing something in order to get revenge on a certain person and both anime have a good balance of humor and seriousness. 
But the plot, setting and characters are nothing alike.  

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Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica addpermalink

Both are dark animes which involves selling one's life/soul to a different being(demon/incubator) in exchange for a single wish. 

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Owari no Seraph addpermalink

I am a kuroshitsuji  fan and i also love to watch seraph of the end or owari no seraph.
I highly recommend everybody to watch seraph of the end because it is an amazing anime and i think if you like this anime then you like the other one.
Reasons i say so:
Both animes have something to do with demons
Both animes are dark
Both main anime characters want to revenge their family death
Both anime characters are cute cool and hot
Both anime are amazing
Shounen
Fighting
Historical
Mysterious
Tragic 
Sad
Little bit of comedy 


 

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X addpermalink

Demons come to earth.  The world is in jeopardy.  The MCs are similar.  
differences one works with the demons, the other has to choose his side. 

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Psycho-Pass addpermalink

both have crime solving elements that play an important role in the series
both are highly rated and critically acclaimed
 

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Kamisama Hajimemashita addpermalink

Both of them have a MC that has a familiar , expert in everything  

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Mayo Chiki! addpermalink

Both comedies about a relationship between master and butler, where butler is always trying to protect his master. While Mayo Chiki is more romantic, Kuroshitsuji has more action. 

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Steins;Gate addpermalink

Both Kuroshitsuji and Steins;Gate have there serious points and their not so serious points and have a bit of violence with something to do with a period in time Kuroshitsuji taking in place in the past and Steins;Gate getting involved with both past and future 

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Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai addpermalink

Both are somewhat similar in that they both deal with demons and contracts. Kuroshitsuji is much darker than Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai but they do both have their share of comedic moments. 

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Baraou no Souretsu addpermalink

Very similar vibe as both series are set in different eras of the British History (Late Medieval vs Victorian), with their plot points based on actual past events (Jack The Ripper, Warwick's Rebellion, etc). Both protagonists are petite young boys with an aristocratic background, having contact with a demonic being (Joan of Arc, Sebastian), extremely vengeful, and are slowly consumed by darkness as the story progresses.  

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D.N.Angel addpermalink

Well, I personally liked both of these, as they deal with similar themes (Darkness, Evil ECT.) However, This anime is a little more girly, with a hint of romance, but there are also fight scenes, and the 2 main characters are males. On the otherhand, I guess that Kuroshitsuji AND D.N.Angel can appeal to both audiences. This anime is worth watching! 

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Hatenkou Yuugi addpermalink

The art quality and the air of mystery are very similar in both.  Both have humor and a dark past. 

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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood addpermalink

The setting and scenery of the anime is almost the same.
Lau and Ran Mao were probably inspired from the characters Ran fan and Yao Ling from FMA.
Circles of Alchemy and Sebastian's symbol seal were probably very much interconnected.
The feeling of both anime are pretty much similar.
Experimental and such.
In Kuroshitsuji, there were indians but in FMA, there were ishbalans.
Yao Ling is the 12th prince from his country but Soma is the 27th prince from his country.
Agni and Scar are similar, they have queer powers in their right hand/arm and they worship their god very much.
Ciel Phantomhive and Edward Elric are dogs of the military, dog of the queen etc.
There are only two main characters in the anime.
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Chainsaw Man addpermalink

Both have a focus on the concept of demons including a character who works with them in order to resolve a certain personal problem that they have and both having a pretty sick style of comedy as well too.  And both also focus around resolving cases as well too for their respective employers that also deals in other supernatural threats as well too.  

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Hayate no Gotoku! addpermalink

Hayate no Gotoku is pretty similar, instead of a 12 year-old boy the butler in Hayate protects and serves a 13 year-old girl 

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Saikin Yatotta Maid ga Ayashii addpermalink

both stories, focus on a wealthy orphan and their servant as well as also both also having a focus on comedy as well too. 

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Zombie-Loan addpermalink

Firstly, both are produced by Square Enix.
They have eye-patches, Shinigami, contracts, death, bishounen, and a dark but sometimes unserious mood.
But the most notable similarities are between the characters: in both series we have the usually clumsy meganekko (Michiru/Meilin), the gay man who provides some comedy (Hakka/Grell), the always calm and kinda tedious Chinese guy whose eyes are constantly shut (Toho/Lau), the emotionless pretty girl (Kuze/Ranmao), the weird and non-human ferryman/grave-digger (Bekko/Undertaker), the cute and cheerful shota boy (Yuta/Finnian), and even the domesticated wolf (Raika/Pluto). 

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Baccano! addpermalink

Both stories deal with the supernatural and both are much more than what you originally expect.
They have well develped characters, comedy and still manage to tell a deep story. 
Great music and art. 

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Undead Girl Murder Farce addpermalink

We have both stories set on Victorian Europe with the most uncharacteristic cast resolving mysteries. I find that both sidekicks share similar characteristics like being demons and being quirky who make fun of their masters in subtle ways.  

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Monochrome Factor addpermalink

Shirogane resembles and almost acts exactly like the Undertaker. The style is also got that 'pretty boy' element and the magical graphic elements included in Kuro. It's just got a large combination of Square Enix's pretty boy stuff with the Loveless elements and some Sex Therapist manga moments thrown in. 

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Yamato Nadeshiko Shichihenge♥ addpermalink

both have dark gothic like settings and a whole bunch of creepy and strange unusual types of characters in it as well too. 

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