Bakemonogatari

both are vampire themed anime as well as also focusing on a ya (especially hot girl) cast and flashy animation and visuals as well too and also lots hot fanservice.
 

report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost

Yes, they both are about vampires and both are comedies with supernatural. But the main similarity is that the whole story of both anime is a metaphor for serious social problems. 

report Recommended by Lago-rick

- involves vampires
- Similar directing style, Tomoyuki itamura (director of call of the Night) directed parts of bakemonogatari and the majority of the monogatari series
- Both include heavy dialogue 
- Empty streets
- Aesthetic backgrounds 
- Well animated fight scenes 
 

report Recommended by -Kugeki-

Vampires and the supernatural exist with an eccentric girl and a "normal" boy that gets roped into a different part of the natural world from his normal everyday life. Monogatari focuses on curing and the consequences of being cursed by supernatural creatures while Yofukashi is more down to earth about how being a vampire sets you free from normal life everybody else lives in.

Overall the dialog, themes, art style, camerawork, etc. are very similar while being made by different studios and different enough to stand out as their own stories. 

report Recommended by BluFrost8888

really great vibes from both this anime and weird MCs, and there are amazing vampire characters  

report Recommended by WaifoX

Animators of Yofukashi were greatly inspired by Bakemonogatari: panoramas of colorful backgrounds, wide shots, semi-random close shots, different expositions are all trying to diversify long conversations. Supernatural theme coincides too, while characters could be somewhat similar. 

report Recommended by rando_passing_by

They're giving the same mysterious vampirious vibes that makes you wanna continue to watch it. To say the least, they have great op and ed as well. And a bit of comedy too. 

report Recommended by Kanrakanra

Both Bakemonogatari, and Monogatari series in general, and Yofukashi no uta have shared quite a number of similarities regarding animation and storytelling style. Which is, in my opinion, very unique and gives viewers the vibes that is quite hard to come by in other anime. Story-wise both of them are stories about a boy and vampires. While the former is about a vampire-infused boy's whose stories is about supernatural beings that he and his acquaintances experienced. The latter is a story about a boy who wants to become a vampire. 

report Recommended by TaiGuoRen

I think we can say both anime is vampire-romance which is character and dialogue based. Also some transitions and sequences are really similar to each other with lots of way but actually why I find them similar is their uniqueness, I know this is kind of ironic but behind their similarities they both are really unique, even tho Yofukashi no Uta is really imitate Monogatari with some ways. The imitation is not a bad thing when you can do it right and it is the reason why I like the show even more. 

report Recommended by epshor

Nisekoi addpermalink

They both have that same trippy style (Bakemonogatari's is more pronounced) like scene cutting, slow motion shots, soft color backgrounds, off colored objects (like blue desks or green background characters)...
Basically I watched Nisekoi for maybe 5 minutes before I asked, "Was this made by the same guy that made Bakemonogatari?" 

report Recommended by montana830

Both shows from SHAFT and with the same art style, which I personally completely love. Araragi and Raku have quite similar personalities, always helping everyone, which gets them quite a noticeable harem. These shows also have really interesting and enjoyable characters. 

report Recommended by spirit12

Similarities:
+ Shaft animation in a high school setting anime
+ One guy surrounded by several girls, some who like him and some who are annoyed by him
+ A little action, but there's more of a focus on the character interractions and the unique animation style that goes with it all

Differences:
- Bakemonogatari is much more focused on psychological stuff and talking, plus it has a strong supernatural element where Nisekoi involves gangs 

report Recommended by Asfaria

It's made by the same company I believe. The head tilt, the unique art style, and completeness constantly remind one series of the other. However, whereas nisekoi is a rom-com focusing heavily on the love life of the protagonist, the monogatari series is more of  a fantasy that often shifts focus points between the main character and the characters around him. 

report Recommended by fishworld96

Both have similar levels of comedy, although Bakemonogatari is focused more on mystery, while Nisekoi is more romance-based. Both use similar art styles, with similar unorthodox camera angles and presentation. And in both anime, the MC is the cynical narrator. 

report Recommended by skraeling287

- Both Anime has the quality,style,slowmotion,cutting,and color background are the same.
- Both anime has a cute girl and the main characters are very similar. 

report Recommended by worldadventure

If you like Shaft's animation and as well the same atmosphere like Nisekoi. Check it and try Bakemonogatari or even watch all the sequels and prequels of this series, since both were made in the company. Some Camera Angles are the same Bakemonogatari and the slow motion shots. The only difference is Bakemonogatari, the anime is 90% dialogue and 10% action, because Bake is centered in character's interaction. Nisekoi is just like the normal anime with little convo and more in action, so if you feel like having the same atmosphere like Nisekoi give a shot for Bakemonogatari.Don't worry the art is similar on both animes. read more 

report Recommended by miochan21

Well they are both made by Shaft so the animation is similar but that's not all!

In both shows you have your sterotypical tsundere, a cute and shy girl who's afraid to admit her feelings, a crazy lovesick yandere, and a wing girl who backs up the tsundere. 

Bakemonogatari is a more psychological, supernatural theme while Nisekoi is mostly comedy and romance but both shows shine in their own ways.  

report Recommended by kyle8998

You liked Bakemonogatari crazy art style and amazing soundtracks/opening that are done by Shaft and just wished u could watch something similar? there's Nisekoi for you, also theres the harem of Best Girls as well and the protagonist that just can't help himself to fix their probelms everytime 

report Recommended by RafaKiyoura

Nisekoi just somehow gave me a glimpse of Bakemonogatari. The art style is really similar, also others like slow-motion shots and soft colour backgrounds made the show very similar to Bakemonogatari. Both shows are made by the same producers. 

report Recommended by Yuukinaa

Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai addpermalink

In the sense that its a boy trying to do something for a girl. With kami nomi, katsuragi tries to fill the emptiness of the heart of the girl to capture a loose soul hiding there while with Bakemonogatari, Araragi seeks to help all the heroines with their problems,  

report Recommended by TSX

It isn't apparent when you just see their cover, but there are some striking similarities between these two.

Both of them is harem, well not usual harem where everyone likes one guy without single basis. Both has a single male character; all the other males seems to be ignored or just do not exist in its world. When a lot of male harem lead is either bitch or useless faggot, Ararararagi Gomi is very likable and Keima is like a religion.  Bakemono follows 'Girl of the week' formula, and so does KamiNomi. Not to mention that gorgeous character design of both anime is from the same person, Watanabe Akio. read more 

report Recommended by ringoo4

The protagonist is surrounded by the opposite sex (harem) but unique in its special way.

Involves strange romances.

Involves supernatural beings. (Though Bakemonogatari is more random when it comes down it while in The World God Only Knows it is more focused on the realm of gods, godesses and devils.) 

report Recommended by RedvelvetDaisuki

Both MC doesn`t a lot of friends but the difference of this two is that Bakemonogatari arc`s solves mysteries while Kami nomi arc`s are actually romance. 

report Recommended by YukiNatsu

Both animes are about a guy helping out girls trying to solve their problems. Both animes have supernatural elements in them. The male lead in both animes are not very popular but they have a good heart. 

report Recommended by Yamada2

These anime are similar because they have that one guy who's trying to save other girls. This is done by capturing the loose soul inside the heroines in Katsuragi's case and controlling/defeating the demon or god inside the girls in Araragi's. If you like one I am quite sure you would like the other. 

report Recommended by xelyak

Both MCs removes their respective girls'  literal inner demons
 

report Recommended by Cosmicblaze454

*I may update this recommendation when I'll finish both series*

So... many people find series like NouCome and Date a Live to be similar to Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai, but I think the show that's more similar to it is Bakemonogatari and the Monogatari series in general. Why you ask? Our main character helps other who are struggling with their "inner demons". In both series the "victims" often show abnormalities because of the spirits possessing them such as invisibility, feather-like weight etc. The major difference is that Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai has more romance than Monogatari and the atmosphere is lighter too.  

report Recommended by RadioVoiceMan

Very similar cast of characters, with smart mc's that interact with different girls with their own unique personalities and problems. Both also have supernatural elements and romance, and follow a similar arc structure. 

report Recommended by Kww_121

Both series show male lead accompanied with female character help girls from supernatural being that posessed its mental with harem feel.
Male lead who at first deal and contracted accidentally with supernatural being and always stuck in that kind of situation

Both series show different arc with same pattern style which make both series looks boring. But with intelligence on how MC complete his goals, makes TWGOK (Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai) got more interesting points to watch. 

report Recommended by MochizukiTomoya

FLCL addpermalink

Bakemonogatari instantly reminded me of FLCL from the first episode. The quirky story and seemingly nonsensical dialogue are an almost perfect fit, but what really does it is, for me, is the somewhat full blast sexual overtones that FLCL was rather comical about. I'm not saying it's a bad anime but it is really interesting and slight bit confusing if you don't really pay attention. If I had to say which is better, Bakemonogatari wins hands down. The artistic stylizing and story depth make it a better anime by far.  

report Recommended by Demonwynd

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There aren't many anime that can be considered in the same league as FLCL in terms of artistic achievement. Monogatari certainly comes close.

But its not just that. While there are a million other things going on in both shows at their core they are about maturing through discovering love and heart break. 

While they aren't incredibly similar they are both of such rare quality and do share enough thematic elements that a fan of one should be sure to check out the other. 

report Recommended by Hoax415

The main characters are brought into this craziness very unique girls. As for the feel of the animation, the scenes will possess very quick flashes of randomness. The backgrounds are amazing and the dialog has the very same hollow but precise feel.  

report Recommended by Hisashikun

FLCL is one of the wackiest show from the first half of the 2000's. Well, Bakemonogatari is one of the crazyest show's from the second half of the 2000, and both will often keep you wandering what the hell is happening in front of you. Bakemonogatari, different from FLCL, has some creepy and serious moments. Watch'em both if you still haven't :D 

report Recommended by andredrezefilth

Both FLCL and Bakemonogatari capture slices of real life with nonsensical-on-the-surface metaphors. From seeing the end of the second episode, I thought to come here. FLCL and Bakemonogatari fit together perfectly. From what I've seen, they're both anime you appreciate for their quirky or bizarre perspective on serious issues in the human condition. Both experiment heavily. Neither should be given skeptical or realistic treatment. In short, FLCL and Bakemonogatari have very similar feels in their art styles and in how they discuss their subjects. 

report Recommended by TypeOfCicada

These are both very deep yet still mindbogglingly entertaining anime. It is always difficult to guess what will happen next but that is the nature and pride of these two contenders. I'd also have to say they have a bit of a similar taste in humor. But hands down these are both wonderful anime that should be given your immediate attention. 

report Recommended by KirasNote

Both Bakemonogatari and FLCL have a story with a ton of allegory. To understand the meaning of the story you should not look at what is presented to you on the surface level, but what meaning is inferred. I would say FLCL is more about pre-teen and pubescence and Bakemonogatari is more about teenage life. Both are good if you enjoy this style of storytelling. 

report Recommended by datanimeboiii

Both stand out with their style and presentation. Both are about "mysteries". While "FLCL" is more comatose and random, "Bakemonogatari" is more easier to follow and has more content (more character development, more story content). 

report Recommended by mamoru1san

Both have a teenage male protagonist that gets mixed up in the first episode with a supernatural girl with crazy powers who fights weird monster apparitions with him. There's also a lot of insane visuals and fourth wall breaking storytelling and insane humor. Both also have a very memorable and iconic soundtrack and and overall similar aesthetic.  

report Recommended by HOBOCOMA

They both have some sorta strange atmosphere from them. I love them both, and they're both pretty random. I'd say that FLCL is much more fast paced than Bakemonogatari is, but if you like the Monogatari series, then you'll probably like the weirdness of FLCL. 

report Recommended by Reislastbraincel

Kyokou Suiri addpermalink

both are heavy dialogue driven story that involve the folklore of youkai's with fun character interactions, but Koykou suiri is a little less lewd. 

report Recommended by GrimAtrament

Both anime have lots of dialogue, and deal with supernatural beings. 

report Recommended by Yunice

- The MC solving supernatural problems about oddities.
 

report Recommended by DevilukeOuji

-Both are heavily dialogue driven stories
-Both feature apparitions as the driving force of the story
-Both Araragi and Kuro are introduced as human but later revealed to have already been inaugurated into apparition world before the story began
-Both have similar relationships and comedic dynamics between main characters 

report Recommended by thelectricow

Supernatural detective story, but with a twist. 90% of the story is dialogue 

report Recommended by karton_realista

Both anime are about yokais, and resolving mysteries 

report Recommended by Machinedra

The interactions between characters in both series are similar. Both series have characters have dialogue where the main characters are bluntly honest. Both series have lots and lots of dialogue, and explanations. Kyokou Suiri doesn't have as interesting as fight sequences, but it does have action sequences. It focuses more on the mystery aspect, than action. Both series have very long explanations for their mysteries, but they do make sense in some way.  

report Recommended by mirm-mirm

Kyokou Suri or In/Spectre gives really gives me Monogatori vibes, only without the extreme animation bits and dramatic shots 

report Recommended by -CatScratches-

Immortal mc, ayakashi, youkai, super beings, a cute girlfriend and both had a massive amount of dialogues and conversations which they used to resolve conflicts. 

report Recommended by ar1sh

Dance in the Vampire Bund addpermalink

Bakemonogatari and Dance in the Vampire Bund have the following similarities:
- both deal with supernatural (vampires);
- both have a slow-paced romantic storyline full of intriguing twists;
- both are created with the participation of Studio Shaft;
- both share a similar artstyle and atmosphere, so if you've enjoyed the one, you'll probably like the other, too.
 

report Recommended by Arrvilja

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The animation style of Dance in the Vampire Bund reminded me of Bakemonogatari instantly. 

report Recommended by KateSince88

Both deal with vampires and a fast-healing protagonist. Also the art and most of all the animation are really similar (though Dance in the Vampire Bund makes it more subtle). 

report Recommended by Cairen

Both of these anime are about vampires and the relationship between humans and the supernatural. Some of the characters are also similar (Akira and Koyomi; Mina and Shinobu)
So, the main character lives a normal life, but then suddenly finds himself mixed up in the world of the supernatural. You can expect the same kind of humor in the dialogues, and also the way the stories are told, and just the entire feeling you have while watching are similar.
I think that if you enjoyed one of these, you'll love the other too. 

report Recommended by Shiura_Aoi

both shaft anime( similar art style) both are supernatural romance storys that will keep you wanting more each episode <3.
 Both have crazy fight scenes and kinda touch areas that are somewhat taboo !
 I would rec this anime to anyone who liked any of the monogatari series  

report Recommended by bloodiemonster

If someone tells me this anime is an Bakemonogatari arc, I would be convinced. 

-Very similar mood, artstyle, storytelling.
-Shinobu, enough said. 

report Recommended by Okarus

Two great animes focused on the supernatural, The similarities are many, even blond loli vampires who change to a "boing" form and as if that were not enough, both are made by  shaft. 

report Recommended by AbsoluteXandy

Dance in the Vampire Bund is exactly if a person like Shinobu got it's main role for another anime, and it does it's job right:

- Both by Shaft, have a plot dealing with the supernatural and some fearsome characters.
- Action's evident on both, but it's more noticeable in Vampire Bund.
- Aside from similar Shaftiness (widescreen intros, quick camera cuts and awesome cinematography), they also share good amounts of drama and fanservice.
- Telling the differences, Bakemonogatari is more mysterious and weirder and deal with more supernatural beings, and Vampire Bund is less dialogue-focused, so you'll focus more on the whole action than people mostly talking in order to solve their problems. read more 

report Recommended by parallelle_slip

Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica addpermalink

I know this might seem like its very unlikely, I am doing this recommendation through their artistic direction. Because Shaft and the ever crazy Shinbou were responsible for the production of this series, their art direction is very close to being 100% parallel. They are both filled with so many abstract images and one could even see a completely similar frame in Madoka and compare it to one in Bakemonogatari. Even their choice for the voice actors for their main heroines are the same people. (Saito Chiwa) for both Akemi and Hitagi, (Kitamura Eri) For one Karen and Sayaka, and ofcourse (Kato Emri) for Hachikuji and Kyuubey. The character interactions almost feel identical, even Saito Chiwa was able to carry that cold aura from Hitagi into Akemi.  read more 

report Recommended by end3rr

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Both have dense dialouges.
Both have characters that tilt their heads in a slow-motion fashion

If you liked the way monogatari created design and color that stood apart from other anime you'll find Madoka very suitable to your liking, with its alternative worlds and hallucinogenic nature 

report Recommended by jamesjaimegarcia

I thought these two anime had very similar vibes. A lot of the scenes in Madoka Magica reminded me of Monogatari. Also the stories can be pretty dark and twisted along with some of the characters. If you liked one of these anime then you should check out the other.  

report Recommended by Fecal-Jesus

They may not be too similar like you are thinking, but since they're made by SHAFT, you'll expect similar stuff on both:

-Thought-provoking dialogues
-Twists on the storyline
-Weird visuals
-Creativity
-Similar Japanese voice cast
-Slow-motion head tilts 

report Recommended by parallelle_slip

This recommendation is mostly because of the directing and art of each show - Madoka is, at times, a toned down version of Monogatari in that sense, and the trippy art direction is something I consider to be a huge plus. Not to mention many of the voice actors that were in Bakemonogatari also appear in Madoka Magica and do a great job (e.g. Homura and Senjougahara are voiced by the same person). Granted, there are large differences in the plot and themes of each show, but I think that there are enough similarites there so if you liked one, there's a better than average chance you'll like the other. read more 

report Recommended by barycentricbash

Same feeling of an empty, desolate world and main characters wanting to save everyone around them. 

report Recommended by EdgyEcchiSenpai

Both were animated by shaft and both have a similar sense of wordplay too and both have a focus around strange supernatural ongoings too and have tsundere like female leads included. 

report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost

Both made by shaft with similar amount of dialogue, pacing, and art style weirdness. 

report Recommended by Salty_Boi

Sankarea addpermalink

If the main protagonist had their way, they'd have nothing to do with the supernatural, but the supernatural ends up having a way of finding them. And also, let's not forget the main character, he ends up in a romantic relationship with what some would call an ambition. Chaos, of course, follows. 

report Recommended by Yemi_Hikari

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MC's both deal with the supernatural quite well and it makes sense considering their outsider status.

The main females are both beautiful and strange, giving the romance plots similar feels despite the stories and themes of the shows being quite different. 

Both shows have ecchi elements but in a more sexy and mature way (esp in Monogatari's case) than most anime can manage to pull off. 

report Recommended by Hoax415

My goodness its hard to believe that studio deen made such a nice looking anime (sankarea)  that it almost look like Shaft made it (people who made bakemonogatari). The animation is so alike with bakemonogatari being more uppaced with its scene changes and being a bit more unconventional but this show to (Sankarea) looks like it has alot in store for us. 

report Recommended by BebeHillz

The main characters are somewhat similar in personality. The style of the show is also quite similar, although Bakemonogatari has a serious plot with comedy spread throughout, whilst Sankarea has a serious plot in the beginning and comedy at the end. 

report Recommended by Lanthanum

Both has that same atmosphere where they talk about some awesome stuff that I can't describe very well with an awesome music in the background . Watch first few episodes of both , you will feel the same way . Also the artwork . 

report Recommended by Barizz

These to anime have a very similar pace and atmosphere. They both deal with the supernatural, and helping the main love interest with a sort of supernatural ailment. The artwork is similar in both. Also, the main characters are similar in the way they talk, and in their random perversion. 

report Recommended by Chavinton

Characters deal with the supernatural with a similar atmosphere and artstyles, featuring fanservicy shots.

Dissimilarities

One has a focused straight normal relationship, while the other is pretty much "harem", think about that.
Bakemonogatari doesn't show nudity like Sankarea's level, but the latter shows 25% less fanservice in quantity.
Bakemonogatari mostly focuses on "arrebations" and vampires. Sankarea instead makes it's direction into zombies.
There's a mystery involving on each character on Bakemonogatari compared to just one in Sankarea. 

report Recommended by parallelle_slip

That's a little...troublesome. Both main characters develop a relationship with quite the troubled weirdo, both their relationships are involved with rather intriguing supernatural phenomenons, too. 

report Recommended by blank

Tasogare Otome x Amnesia addpermalink

Both series deal with a supernaturally perceptive protagonist and the supernaturally afflicted arrogant girl who becomes his girlfriend, as well as various unusual supernatural cases he becomes involved in. Tasogare Otome's aesthetics and directorial style are very obviously influenced by Bakemonogatari as well. 

report Recommended by lithiumflower

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The main character encounters a strange, otherworldly girl covered in mystery, since then he gets involved in strange situations because of the girl. Both animes center on the relationship between the two of them and on the supernatural events that occur. The female main characters are also very alike, physically and personality-wise,both are tall, long-haired and attractive females. They also have a quick temper and get jelous easily. Both male characters are easy-going guys that get dragged in  supernatural events without their will.
If you enjoyed Bakemonogatari, you might enjoy Tasogare Otome x Amnesia as well. 

report Recommended by -Hotaru_

-Similar story where a guy helps a girl/ghost/monster
-The way the story is told by quick frames
-Similar graphics (exaggerated colors, abstract images) 

report Recommended by AlexW95

What is great about both anime is that they enjoy the reader by fully using the potential of the artwork. The unique portraying of the story is where both anime stand out for me (together with the dialogue in Bakemonogatari). You can watch these anime solely for the sake of enjoying how the producers have managed to convert their story and their ideas into anime. 

report Recommended by zz-e

A tale of unraveling the mysteries of their own respective universe. Both sprinkled with fanservice and interesting characters. Shares similar vibes of the eerie and obscure atmosphere. 

report Recommended by RyuujinY2K

Both have a similar styles to editing and shot composition, which both do effectively to convey the story and characters, though Monogatari's style of editing can be abit more 'eccentric' its significantly toned down in Dusk Maiden and at times truly helps to convey interesting visuals that break up the monotony of some scenes. 

report Recommended by DanielLies

From the sharp visuals and audio, they both hold something in common. Though Dusk Maiden is more of a darker, spookier version of how Bakemonogatari does it. They both keep the quick cuts, deep, vivid, abstract and expressive colors. Audio fills the scenes whether actual music or just some thing to fit the situation. 

report Recommended by CognitiveFactor

ef: A Tale of Memories. addpermalink

Presentation style is similar, though the genres differ a little, at least in the way they are focused, where romance and drama rules Ef while mystery/suspense mixed with characterization plays more prominently in Bakemonogatari.  Both are very metaphorical, with Ef being more visual with art and Bakemonogatari more word play.

Also consider Ef - A Tale of Melodies 

report Recommended by cronocloud07

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The main similarity between the two is the way the story is presented to the viewer. The style is very abstract and modern; there is a sense of "art" added to the basic portrayal of the story. 

People who like the way ef - a tale of memories was depicted should definitely try out bakemonogatari... 

report Recommended by sleepy111

both are:
have weird camera angles 
have dark story lines 
very much an arty type of anime  

report Recommended by Dixygirl

Although the main story and the whole anime don't relate to this show, I still got the same nostalgic feeling when watching ef: A Tale of Memories. 

report Recommended by HarryJS

It is similar in the way writing constantly attacks your eyes and runs before you can read it.It is very story driven like bakemonogatari. you either like them or hate them 

report Recommended by mainstream_trash

A lot of the "Artsy Style" and mainly dialog oriented story is what I find to be quite similar. 
However "Ef" is a Romance while "Bakemonogatari" is more of a Harem. 

report Recommended by Silent_M

Shows with very unique though similar aesthetics, interesting characters, and exceptional stories. The Shaft/Akiyuki Shinbou style is present in every moment, making for some great and emotional scenes. 

report Recommended by Kww_121

Natsume Yuujinchou addpermalink

The reason I started to compare Bakemonogatari and Natsume Yuujinchou actually is that the male main characters are both voiced by Kamiya Hiroshi. Then I started to notice that the themes and the atmosphere is quite similar. And even if the animation is different they share high production values.
These shows are about high-school boys who get mixed up with supernatural creatures and phenomenon. The main characters take notice of things that normal humans cannot see and try to help out, even if it is dangerous. The arcs of the different stories are not very long but characters frequently show up again. There is an unique mixture of peacefull daily life and violent supernatural occurences. Bakemonogatari has more graphic violence, Natsume on the other hand always tells touching stories...  read more 

report Recommended by DarkLaila

These stories have some interesting parallels. Both are "boy who can see yokai/spirits" shows taking place in the modern day, with main characters in high school who help others dealing with problems pertaining to the spiritual world, and have older, more experienced exorcist mentors. The main characters are somewhat similar despite having different appearances and are both voiced by the same Japanese seiyuu. The two mains come to terms with their place, locked between the human and spiritual word, and find happiness in that role.

There are some noted differences, however. Bakemonogatari focuses primarily on helping humans who have come across dangerous yokai that are cursing or possessing them, and spirits are rarely characters in and of themselves. It's also much more action-oriented and humorous, along with having a harem aspect to it and use of quirky human characters with moe and fanservice elements. The main character also acquired his ability to see strange think later in life, and is dealing with a new skill rather than an old one.

Natsume Yuujinshou is more of a Slice-of-Life, where Natsume helps out and befriends both yokai and humans, as he deals with his ability to see things that others can't. He changes from a person who was alienated and passed from family to family because of his strangeness, and the frightening things he saw as a child. He comes to value his ability as it allows him to make friends with yokai, and help them out. There's some action and humor, but it's a much more subtle and quiet series than Bakemonogatari.

The two series themselves have different animation styles, Bakemonogatari's being somewhat bizarre at times, but both are short-story oriented, with Natsume Yuujinchou being completely episodic and Bakemonogatari having short arts a couple episodes long. Both are sometimes considered 'slow' or 'boring',  (though this is far from the case), because Bakemonogatari focuses so much on dialogue and characters, and Natsume has a more quiet atmosphere with only short moments of action or horror. 

These are both great takes on the "guy who can see spirits" genre. And both worthy of a look. read more

report Recommended by noirgrimoir

Where do I start?

- Protagonist who gets involved with spirits and expert spirits. He tries to help them, without harming their loved ones. Both protas share the same seiyu.
- Both have a somewhat slow pace, with a space for different characters, who come to sympathize with the protagonist or take it to a risky situation.
- In addition, the protagonist carries a hidden power that makes him a magnet for problems, and always accompanies a powerful supernatural being.

And the seasons seem to have no end ... 

report Recommended by JuanShot87

Just think of Bakemonogatari as the more violent and weirder version of Natsume Yuujinchou. Instead of Nyanko-sensei, you get one cute girl who transforms into a cat and another cute girl who's a vampire and hides in Araragi's shadow. For me personally, it was like watching an alternate universe Natsume dealing with all the youkai, only this time his "harem" is female and not male (laughs). Both are charming in their own way, but basically, if you're looking for something with a lot of Kamiya Hiroshi in it plus a lot of weirdness, this is it. If you're looking for the wholesomeness that is the trademark of the Natsume Yuujinchou series, there are some slivers of it throughout the Bakemonogatari series, but definitely of a lesser preportion.  read more 

report Recommended by tourinshinya

Both focus around a character that is caught up in the strange world of the supernatural and handles various day to day cases of the supernatural as well too and both share stylish animation,art and visuals too. 

report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost

I am surpised not a lot of people compared those two shows. Natsume's Book of Friends and Bakemonogatari both follow the story of an awkward teen who has the power to see spirits (of sorts). Natsume and Araragi start of as outsiders, but as their stories progresses trough the seasons they find friends though they still feel alone from the inside and have trouble blending in. Need I mention that they are both voiced by the same person thus creating a similar vibe around the characters. As for the shows themselves, they speak of similar themes like coming of age and spirits (of sorts)/the supernatural, they aired around the same time and have great character designs. They are also very soothing to watch and can be nostalgia worthy.  read more 

report Recommended by lysanthrope

Sasami-san@Ganbaranai addpermalink

Both series are very text heavy, and dialogue driven. Bakemonogatari, however, delivers this phonemically, Sasami-san takes a different approach at it. Sasami-san is based around a neet, where as Bakemonogatari is supernatural. 

report Recommended by Nikoru-san

Denpa Onna to Seishun Otoko addpermalink

Similar mood and setting. And, well, instead of Youkai, we have "Denpa".
Being made by Shaft, both drawings are very similar to each other. 
Protagonist has harem. 
Somehow the whole story just seems to be an alternative version or inspiration to bakemonogatari.

"both Denpa Onna and Bakemonogatari are intelligent harems for adults with good taste."
stated by McRib 

report Recommended by eul721

Not gonna say "the feel is similar" "the style is similar" "they both are from Shaft" though. 

Slice of life plus mystery. Leading men of both shows have high adaptability to weirdos and tinfoil-hatters, as long as they are hot chicks.

Kind of Boy meet Girl(s) shows with some kind of mystery and probably trying to get along and find out stuffs. The key idea of both show is to be a slice-of-life that take place in technically hyperreality setting, or at least pretend to be one. 
Shaft then beautify said shows, make use of symbols, try to be abstract, create something that can become meme or go virals, then hype up the hot chicks, bam - two servings of mysterious-hot-chicks anime.  read more 

report Recommended by lapisdragon

both shows have similar protagonists whose monologes and dialogues with other equally ecentric characters comprise most of the show. there are a lot of unanswered questions in both series and interesting yet random screen shots. the art is amazing in both so they're both worth a watch.  

report Recommended by ItsmeAshtray

Hello,
Well, I see that Bakemonogatari and Denpa onna are too similar ,why?
- They are from SHAFT and the same director (Akiyuki Shinbou)
- art style and the animation are too similar
- both talking about supernatural things, it's more thrilling in bakemonogatari, while it's kinda comedian and slice of life-ish in Denpa Onna
- both have the Harem style with one hero and alot of bishoujos but denpa onna and bakemonogatari ARE NOT HAREM.

so, If you liked Denpa Onna..you'll like Bakemonogatari MORE.

bye x'3
 

report Recommended by As3d

Male with Harem consisting of strange girls. 
SHAFT.
Comedy, though executed better. 
The paranormal and supernatural themes are explicit compared to the snippets offered in Denpa.
Strange/eccentric girls piques the viewer's interest and are the 'guts' of the show. Meaning, both of these shows would be horrible without them.  

report Recommended by GravBow

Same animation studio and similar feeling to the two shows, although Monogatari is obviously far more supernatural. 

report Recommended by Crusader_Soarin

Ookami to Koushinryou addpermalink

Both series are heavily dialogue and character focused.  Both have a very likable female protagonist who teases the male protagonist.   The banter between the two main characters in both shows is pretty interesting to watch.   The two series are also about different things but uses those things to bring two people together romantically.  

Spice and Wolf focuses on the life of being a merchant (fundamental economic theory), and Bakemonogatari focuses on the supernatural.   Ultimately, it is the romance of the two shows that keeps things interesting.

report Recommended by aulzon

These two series actually have very little similarities. However, if you are looking for great dialogue, these two have it. Both are great series to soak up every word the characters have to say. If you want words and not action (well, maybe a little action) then watch these! 

report Recommended by Sukeacrow

Heavily dialogue focused series between the main characters. It is not an exaggeration to say that the dialogue drives the story in both anime. Fortunately, the animation during characters' exchange of words is interesting as that it shifts between different objects, adding an unique visual appeal if one grows tired of the dialogue. In the end of each arc, though, the amount of intelligent dialogue would come off as rewarding, as the story always ends in a satisfying way. 

report Recommended by bunny1ov3r

Both anime offer witty banter between the female character and the protagonist, as well as supernatural aspects.  

report Recommended by SuperRed

Both anime are almost entirely dominated by extremely entertaining banter between the main heroine and protagonists of each show, though Bakemonogatari has multiple female protagonists each with their own personalities that bring a unique flair to the discourses (like Hitagi being the sadistic tsundere, threatening Koyomi with physical harm). 

Each series has an interesting, if sometimes little explored backdrop, like the supernatural lore in Monogatari, or the interesting economic schemes Lawrence and Holo find themselves wrapped up in. 

report Recommended by Refracting

When show is 99% dialog and it is the point.  

report Recommended by Peligrimm

Toaru Majutsu no Index addpermalink

420 - Both are similar because they feature a reluctant, impotent but extremely  invulnerable high school male main character, who continuously finds himself saving (passive) aggressive females who become enamored with him. Though Toaru Majustu never really commits to just one female, and Bakemonogatari is more sexually charged.   

report Recommended by um_esper

The strongest resemblance between the two reside in the fashion in which the protagonist build his harem, literally through throwing their lives away to save girls who they just met. Both MCs, though without strong ability power, have a strong sense of justice that can not be swayed no matter what. Of course, the main girl in each arc inevitably end up falling in love with our hero.

Furthermore, these anime both revolve around supernatural occurrences. While Toaru is based on more of a magic vs. science world, Bakemonogatari is a reinvention of Japanese myths.  

report Recommended by bunny1ov3r

Main character finds himself constantly in situations in which he sets on saving someone from supernatural danger, using supernatural means himself. Most of the characters in need of saving are girls and so a group of female admirers slowly builds around the protagonist. The anime  still stays story oriented and doesn't get distracted by harem aspects much. Most of the story is happening within one city.  

report Recommended by abystoma2

The main character also helps many girls out with problems without them asking, with his special powers, although he says it is a hassle. Girls develop feelings for him because he saved them, even though they claim he is a bother. Pretty much monogatari set in a universe with scientific explanation of powers rather than a vague, real if you believe, powers. 

report Recommended by andy0706

- Both protagonists have supernatural powers, during the course of the anime rescue several girls who fall in love with them. In both the best girl is the tsundere (Monogatari: Senjougahara, Toaru: Misaka) in my opinion.
- In both, in various parts of the anime the protagonist is instructed by an expert on the subject (in Monogatari: Oshino, Toaru: Tsuchimikado). 

report Recommended by DCardoso_MAL

Kyoukai no Kanata addpermalink

Bakemonogatari and Kyoukai no Kanata (Beyond the Boundary) are series with supernatural themes involving the events of the main characters. The events behind both series are bizarre as the main male protagonist finds himself dealing with various supernatural creatures.

The main protagonist also seems to have immortality with gifted powers.

There's a sense of mystery going on as well regarding the origins of the characters. 

report Recommended by Stark700

Kuuchuu Buranko addpermalink

Both works are about investigating disorders. Kuuchuu Buranko is about treating actual psychiatric disorders while Bakemonogatari is about treating the supernatural. Think of Buranko as the psychiatric version of Bakemonogatari and Bakemonogatari as the supernatural version of Buranko. 

report Recommended by Yukariki

Bishounen Tanteidan addpermalink

They both give of same vibes
Also the "story" telling is quite similar 

report Recommended by Alex-chii

Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu addpermalink

A series of strange occurrences befall our audience-counterpart leading male, while trying to deal with super-tsundere leading females, and a faux-harem of other strange females.

Both toy with the tropes and cliches of the genre, while retaining unique and interesting voices. 

report Recommended by nicepants

Bakemonogatari is a strange telling of various events that surround the main character, each of the different girls that he meets is affected by a different oddity. By getting help from a mysterious man named Oshino he manages to help them all from their problems. This is similar to Haruhi as there is great characterization and there are tons of random things happening every episode. This show is very dialog heavy but is very entertaining to watch. 

report Recommended by Nelerath

Both are good satires of many cliches and anime tropes. Also, they have a lot of references to other media, and in a good way. To fully enjoy both, you have to switch off the common sense because you're gonna be hurt.

Fortunately, even while making fun of themselves, the two achieve to tell a well-written story that arrives on people hearts.  

report Recommended by SuzuMine-chan

Anachronistic mystery series with incredibly interesting characters, and a lot of dialogues and monologues, everything presented in the most polished way possible. The mysteries are unconventional and not entirely the focus of the plot, though very well-written and fun, used mostly to develop those characters in eccentric situations. often involving the supernatural.  

report Recommended by Kww_121

Similar themes about the supernatural blending in with ordinary life, but out of the two Bakemonogatari is the most accomplished and fleshed out. 

report Recommended by sefose

Clannad addpermalink

Though the world of the supernatural does not play as large of a role in Clannad (its sequel uses it more) as it does in Bakemonogatari, the essence of it is still there. Also, both male protagonists have profound desires to save any girls they meet that are in trouble. Koyomi and Tomoya have similar personality types, both being cynical yet caring. 

report Recommended by artvet

Bakemonogatari reminded me of a mix of Clannad and Petite Cossete.
Like Clannad, Bakemono has a spiritual side as well as having humor even in the most serious of scenes. Both had wonderful animation, though they both definitely have they're own styles, they're both beautifully animated in they're own right.
Both male protagonist remind me of each other, funny, serious, and surrounded by women of all ages. On that note, Bakemono is far more explicit than Clannad which I find to be an unnecessary addition to an otherwise nice anime.
Overall, if Bakemono had taken a few more cues from Clannad, it would have been much better. But as it is, I think a fan of Bakemonogatari would appreciate Clannad and visa-versa.
P.S. The fact that I am even comparing Bakemono to my favorite anime of all time means that it is definitely at least worth thinking about watching. read more 

report Recommended by ZOmenOfDLeoavteh

IF you liked Clannad, the first which which isnt as sad :s , then you most likely will like Bakemonogatari, it has just a scratch of action which is good, but essentially some episodes are about nothing but talking. Whats funny is that its actually interesting and not boring, funny as well which is something that Clannad has, although i doubt you will be crying in this one. Even so, this is one of those underrated but goddamn good anime's. 

report Recommended by unknown_prodigy

Two stories that mix love, drama, comedy and fantasy and turn it into:
- The carefree guy who knows a girl who is in trouble. Together they will know their weaknesses and strengths.
- Every girl that approaches the boy, has some problem, which has changed his life remarkably. Where each one of them will search together with the boy how to solve it.

These animes are filled with countless good moments, where when you believe that nothing happens, you will be surprised when everything explodes in your face, feelings that each character surrounds when trying to achieve the happiness they desire. 

report Recommended by JuanShot87

One guy, many girls, and you go through the stories of each of the girls. The vibe is also similar where not everything is play by play. It has that jumpy kind of storytelling that leaves you wonderous about everything that happens. The difference between the two shows is that Clannad is more fluffy cute and Bakemonogatari is more mystery psychological, but both are still kind of highschool slice of life. 

report Recommended by QP_kyuupii

Gintama addpermalink

Although Gintama may seem totally different from Bakemonogatari, I think they both have an intelligent aspect to them. If you like the drawn out dialogue of Bakemonogatari, I think you'll like Gintama. Bakemonogatari progresses its plot very slowly and Gintama progresses its plot(if there is a plot) very slowly also. They both focus on the characters rather than the environment and the story surrounding the characters. Bakemonogatari has other things similar to Gintama such as 2-4 episode arcs, humorous and occasionally emotional dialogue, and unique characters. If these things appeal to you in Bakemonogatari, I think Gintama is for you.
  

report Recommended by drbananas

Anime: JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken Part 4: Diamond wa Kudakenai

JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken Part 4: Diamond wa Kudakenai addpermalink

Colorful cast of high school students with supernatural abilities try to solve supernatural mystery/mysteries. Both series mix comedy and serious moments and slice of life elements with action elements. Both anime have interesting use of various color palettes and are aesthetically pleasing to the eye in general. 

report Recommended by abystoma2

Shoujo Kakumei Utena addpermalink

Both are love stories laden with weird symbolism and a French New Wave style of art direction that's just perfect for pretentious academically-inclined wankers such as myself! 

report Recommended by Izzhov

Hyouka addpermalink

Lots and lots of witty dialogue. Even some moments in Hyouka when the art becomes all surreal like Monogatari. 

report Recommended by Jenaimemepas

If you like Hyouka you'll definitely like Bakemonogatari.
 Both anime share the same atmosphere and both have mystery on it with a shocking twist.  

report Recommended by bloody_Venus55

- Both have similar type of mysteries, Hyouka is focused on mysteries revolving school whilst Bakemonogatari is more about supernatural mysteries.
- Often using a play on words.
- Give off a similar atmosphere.
- Both have a very mild budding relationship between the two main characters.
- Both include many unexpected twists. 

report Recommended by Mirukuti

Before I start I'm just going to say that I am using "Bakemonogatari" as a way of recommending the entire Monogatari franchise not specifically this season. Ok now, both of these series revolve around high schoolers and have problems that are being solved. Both also share a similar approach to storytelling as there are scenes in Hyouka where the animation changes style completely when telling a story or we see something happen on screen that isn't necessarily actually happening, it's just occurring in a characters head. This can also be seen in Monogatari, however it occurs more often in Monogatari than Hyouka. The key difference between these two, other than length, is that Monogatari generally deals with the supernatural, and Hyouka generally deals with things that could initially be seen as unusual but then can be described perfectly in a way that makes it no longer unusual. Both are amazing and you will most likely enjoy one if you enjoyed the other. read more 

report Recommended by morfeene

Anime: Kara no Kyoukai Movie 1: Fukan Fuukei

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 1: Fukan Fuukei addpermalink

Both series deal with supernatural events with very mystical ways, without exaggerating its effects with spectacular SFX effects. While Kara no Kyoukai mostly deals with murders with a very dark theme, Bakemonogatari deals with phenomenon involving students.  Both series also involves main characters with special powers and mentor-like characters that help the main ones. 

report Recommended by wakka9ca

Uchouten Kazoku addpermalink

Uchouten Kazoku and Bakemonogatari are two anime that are all about being extremely well-executed. Both feature brilliant characterization, wonderful art, and writing that skirts the line between comedy and drama in a way that really draws you into the lives of the characters. 

report Recommended by Laudandus

For Uchouten Kazoku and Bakemonogatari, there's an element of fantasy that is lightoned in terms of its execution. With that element comes mythological creatures that exhibits in the world of both these series.

They also capture a sense of style with its cast of characters. The character interactions through dialogue and word play makes the strength of both series as well as its overall themes. The main male protagonist has various interactions with different characters throughout each episode with excellent dialogue.

The animation style both give off a refreshing way of representing their fantasy worlds. 

report Recommended by Stark700

The obvious recommendation for Uchouten Kazoku is The Royal Tenenbaums. That, of course, is not an option here on MAL, but the next closest thing is probably Bakemonogatari. To start, they share a light supernatural element that is based on Japanese folklore and mythology, and soundtracks that are mostly composed of smooth ambient pieces. More importantly, both are fairly minimal stories that lean on their unique and interesting casts to keep the audience engaged with excellent dialogue that is simultaneously clever, funny, and frequently meaningful (another mention of Wes Anderson seems appropriate here). Finally—though stylistically rather different with Uchouten Kazoku being primarily interested in capturing the urban vitality of Kyoto with a strong focus on light and texture, and Bakemonogatari drawing from a variety of influences from 20th and 21st century design and architecture to create environments that can feel more like stage sets than actual locations—they both feature excellent cinematography. read more 

report Recommended by yuridice

Anime: Uchiage Hanabi, Shita kara Miru ka? Yoko kara Miru ka?

Uchiage Hanabi, Shita kara Miru ka? Yoko kara Miru ka? addpermalink

Same art style, sound design, similar look between the female lead in Uchiage Hanabi and Senjougahara, and the supporting guy in Uchiage Hanabi with Araragi. Some Akiyuki Shinbo's trippy visuals. 

report Recommended by dindasmart

Baccano! addpermalink

These are for people who can really enjoy an artful story. These are both quite unique anime.

The only real similarities between these involve immortality, but they play into the stories in very different ways. 

report Recommended by Corruptbomber

Occultic;Nine addpermalink

It has same feel as Monogatari series.You'll get it through episodes.Dark ecchi,fast dialogue and unique characters are some of facts it just reminds of it.We'll see how series goes but for now it's definitely giving same feel which I personally love. 

report Recommended by Zetsubo

Steins;Gate addpermalink

Both have extremely deep and interesting characters with many sides to their personalities. Both have elements of the unreal while keeping true to a very realistic setting. Both have great endings. Both are instant classics to viewers who are somewhat experienced in watching anime. 

report Recommended by SamuraiSnap

Nazo no Kanojo X addpermalink

Strange girlfriends, uniqueness, comedy, and drama. What else more could you want? Anyways, these two anime(s) are unique in their way of not only the story but the way it's played out. In both series, the protagonist meets a strange girl whom they eventually date and face other obstacles together. Both series has have hints of supernatural-like elements as well as being difficult to predict what happens next. 

report Recommended by Stark700

Inu to Hasami wa Tsukaiyou addpermalink

The garrulous male leads have it tough because it is almost impossible to get the best of these two female leads in a conversation.

If anything is sharper than their scissors, then it might be their tongues. 

report Recommended by shigeru212

Wonder Egg Priority addpermalink

(The entire monogatari series)
Just the entire feeling of absolute weirdness and unique animation/shot composition and having an incredible rewatch value for its symbolism.
The OST also feels really similar for an obvious reason since Mito worked on a lot of monogatari openings. 

report Recommended by Ipercreeper

Zetsuen no Tempest addpermalink

I've just seen the previous recommendation and while I'm completely disagree with the previous person's opinion about similarities between Zetsuen no Tempest and Monogatari Series, I've remembered that I know one similarity between these two titles myself. Fuwa Aika and Senjougahara Hitagi are very much alike. They are both clever, both were the ones who actually made the first step in romantic relationships and both like to tease their respective romantic partner in a good-natured and intellectual way. I ought to say that out of all the anime I've watched, there was only one character who strongly resembles Senjougahara in terms of personality and that is Aika (and visa versa). read more 

report Recommended by Nifrigel

Cossette no Shouzou addpermalink

Both are very dark, beautifully animated, and have spiritual/paranormal feels. Both involving a girl who at one point wanted to severely harm/kill the male protagonist but then learned to love him. 

report Recommended by ZOmenOfDLeoavteh

Kokoro Connect addpermalink

Both have supernatural elements, romance, complex stories, and multiple arcs each featuring another "supernatural element". 

report Recommended by Moedera

3-gatsu no Lion addpermalink

Despite having different subjects and themes, both shows are by studio shaft and share the same gorgeous art style, they also share some of the best dialogue in the entire medium of anime and are both criminally underated series's. 

report Recommended by Daredevil14

C³ addpermalink

Both Bakemonogatari and C³ are similar in a number of ways, in some ways the art style is similar, in other ways the dialog between the characters seems similar and both use teenagers with superpowers as an allegory for real life problems, in that reguard C³ has better action scenes and characters while Bakemonogatari has better art and dialog, in my opinion of course.
If you enjoy one you should enjoy the other. 

report Recommended by datanimeboiii

Angel Beats! addpermalink

Bakemonogatari is the most classical representation of the last 5 episodes of Angel Beats. There is no visible difference between the two since they are both about helping others advance through their mental troubles.  

report Recommended by imjustjk

Boogiepop wa Warawanai (2019) addpermalink

Nonlinear storytelling with supernatural elements and a mystery theme 

report Recommended by Alex_Run1

Shinseiki Evangelion addpermalink

If you enjoyed Evangelion, then you must appreciate beautiful things. Bakemonogatari is one of those beautiful things. It's remarkably unique in its presentation. The art is superb, the characters are quirky and the vibes are just amazing. 

report Recommended by DblBeast

Anime: Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai

Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai addpermalink

Someone will probably give me hell for making this comparison, but they both have a relate-able main character who goes out of his way to help a (few) girl(s) with their problems, a tsundere female lead who undergoes a surprising amount of character development, and it would also seem both main characters share an... interesting relationship with their little sister(s, in Araragi's case), although I haven't seen Nisemonogatari yet.  Both shows also seem to occupy that odd space between a harem and non-harem series, with Oreimo standing extremely close to the harem side and Bake taking a similar spot across from it.

Oreimo's strength lies in the development of it's characters, while Bakemonogatari has a generally more likeable (but less developed) cast and a decent story (although Oreimo really didn't need one).  Bakemonogatari is definitely the better of the two, but if you enjoyed one of them, you will probably enjoy them both.

Also of note:  Bake has one absolutely godly ending theme and several great openings while Oreimo has one nearly-as-godly opening and several endings (which I didn't really find special). read more 

report Recommended by Spoony_Bard

Strike the Blood addpermalink

Strike the Blood and the Monogatari series have many striking similarities. They both have a main lead male protagonist adjusting to becoming a vampire unwillingly. Also, a strong lead female protagonist who becomes romantically involved with the lead male. They also share meeting/helping various other girls with different powers and capabilities along the way. I would definitively recommend Monogatari if you enjoyed the Strike the Blood series for sure, and visa-versa.   

report Recommended by EddyBoi

Tsugumomo addpermalink

Both are series the protagonists are the center of supernatural cases which human wills can change the effects...

Also both of them have quality lolis and the MC has a harem 

report Recommended by mhkr

Sonny Boy addpermalink

The cast of both shows are a bunch of high school students that are settled in a surreal world, where happen supernatural things to them, both protagonist are lonely and depressed boys with family problems and that a girl (or girls) are the only ones who can take them back to their humanity, also both shows have original artstyles using a lot of bright colors, static pans and walls of text, both stories are very much guided by dialogue 

report Recommended by Lscala

Hamatora The Animation addpermalink

Supernatural showy action-packed fights, and flashes of plain text stills spliced throughout the episode in typical Shaft fashion. Although dealing with overall serious or dramatic themes, there are still funny bits here and there...more so in Bakemonogatari.  

report Recommended by Estoy_Gordo

Kai Byoui Ramune addpermalink

The aspect of "weird diseases" makes me think of monogatari. The episodes are showing various cases.
Still, the atmosphere is different  

report Recommended by Goulyz

The SoulTaker: Tamashii-gari addpermalink

Both have unique design and color setting and make use of unusual camera angles and animation style. This due to both have in their staff Akiyuki Shinbo as Director and Akio Watanabe as Character Designer.
Plotwise we have a few similarities, since it follows a boy, who happens to encounter some girls during his journey.
There's also a side character who helps the protagonist in some way, Shiro Mibu in Soultaker and Meme Oshino in Bakemonogatari. 

report Recommended by botch

Sakurada Reset addpermalink

There are some similaraties between them like:
Both MC have special abilities;
Both cities where the MCs live have people with special abilities;
Both MCs are always giving their best  to help other people from unusual incidents that happen on their cities;
There's always mistery about those incidents;
The incidents on their cities usually happen with girls. 

report Recommended by Zapp_Renfro

Mouryou no Hako addpermalink

Mouryou no Hako is seriously underrated, and if you loved Bakemonogatari like me, you'll probably adore Mouryou no Hako, too.

Both have major story elements of mystery ("who done it?") and youkai/spirits. The narrative styles are similar, as both shows can be dialogue-heavy, but the conversations are always witty, mystifying, etc. Neither show is particularly gory, but there is an eerie, creepy atmosphere in both (in addition to "body horror" ideas present in both titles). That said, Bakemonogatari has many more moe girls and otaku jokes, and Mouryou no Hako has a more mature psychological puzzle at its core. 

report Recommended by CakeRabbit

Kanon (2006) addpermalink

To me it feels like Bakemonogatari evolved from Kanon.

Storywise both anime can be summarized as follows: A guy helps a bunch of girls with supernatural problems.

Both male main characters are nice, a little bit saracastic and enjoy making jokes with girls, what leads to interesting dialogs.

Also Kanon does many things well, like giving each girl enough time for her story without blending out the others, Bakemonogatari has the more interesting art, the much more interesting girls (sadly the Kanon-girls sometimes seem to be close to be mentally ill) and the more developed dialogs. On the other hand Kanon is much less challenging to watch.

Still, if you boil things down, I think the animes are simular and many peaople that enjoy one of them will find the other one interesting to watch. read more

report Recommended by MoshiMoshiiih

Denpa-teki na Kanojo addpermalink

Perhaps what is apparent in these two series is their unique take on the Mystery genre. Both series feature rather original storylines and well-developed characters. If you find one engrossing, I highly recommend you the other. Also note that Denpa teki na Kanojo performs some of the visual techniques and stylings that Shaft is known for (mainly the alteration of angles and scenery, as well as text interjections between sequences). 

report Recommended by radiantfire

Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata addpermalink

Comparable snappy dialogs and character archetypes, Saekano tries to ape Monogatari quite hard. While not as fascinating or unique, it still shows bits of clever writing and pretty animation. 
Unfortunately it seems to be satisfied with just that, lacking the oomph to truly stand out on its own.

If you enjoyed Bakemonogatari's pacing and atmosphere, Saekano hits close to home. Check it out! 

report Recommended by JoePanichelli

Fate/Extra: Last Encore addpermalink

Fate/Extra Last Encore has more in common with the Monogatari anime series than the other fate animes in the franchise - in terms of storytelling, art style, animation style, storytelling and dialogue. Watching Fate/Extra literally feels like watching the Monogatari series, with Shaft's trademark character shots, over-the-top long dialogue and simple yet detailed background. 

report Recommended by Lolerster

18if addpermalink

I'm actually impressed no one made that recommendation yet.

18if and Bakemonogatari are both divided into arcs, each one following the same pattern : the male protagonist stumbles upon a female character who, because she is confronted to real-life problems, faces supernatural phenomenons. The protagonist then saves said character, helped by a specialist of these phenomenons (in the person of Lily/Meme Oshino). Friendship ensues.

Also, both have particular art styles that make them stand out (that's especially true for Bakemonogatari). The protagonists have pretty much the same personality, same goes for the researcher of 18if and Oshino, and both are mystery/comedy/romance/occult anime. 

report Recommended by SilentFactory