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If you liked Kimi ni Todoke add

...then you might like Tsuki ga Kirei add

TL;DR: Both anime are extremely similar in terms of the romance and the respective characters in the show, but slightly different in regards to the length. Kimi ni Todoke and Tsuki ga Kirei are truly gems in the romance department that are rarely seen in anime nowadays in which you have a pure relationship born from circumstances that the audience can actually relate to. The characters aren't blatantly unrealistic or in possession of supernatural/magical ability. They are simply two, normal individuals, who find affection in one another as they steadily become more involved with one another over time—recognizing each other's virtues and personalities. The characters are also super similar in that the main protagonists are shy to some degree, but still seek to show their affection and grow closer to one another. It's just so satisfying to watch their subtle displays of affection every now and then. The primary difference between the two shows lies in the pacing. Kimi ni Todoke uses 2 full seasons of around 26 eps each to develop the relationship between the main characters while Tsuki ga Kirei uses 12 eps to fully develop the relationship. Regardless, whether it be one or the other, the development is done spectacularly.

If you liked Iris Zero add

...then you might like Doubt! add

Both manga develop much romantic tension among the main characters, and both are stellar in regards to the main protagonist. Too often, anime/manga feature a male protagonist who is either perverted, ridiculously dense, or just idiotic—but the male protagonists in both Doubt! and Iris Zero act intelligently and appropriately given the situation. Both male protagonists are also very similar in that they hold a peculiar set of ideals and unique traits that make them enjoyable to read.

If you liked Gosick add

...then you might like Boku dake ga Inai Machi add

Both anime are fairly well done mysteries that force the viewers to really think and consider the individual characters' situations. While the mystery in Erased was more obvious than most given the small cast of characters, the mysteries in Gosick are not as obvious on the surface and are more involved and unexpected. So, if you were either unsatisfied with the mystery in Erased or are looking for another, then Gosick is your best bet.

If you liked Akatsuki no Yona add

...then you might like Akagami no Shirayuki-hime add

Both anime take place in medieval settings with many of the same dynamics that occur with the power hierarchy throughout the show. If you are looking for a female protagonist similar to Yona who develops beyond the stereotypical "damsel in distress" trope, then you would thoroughly enjoy watching how Shirayuki in Akagami no Shirayukihime develops and acts throughout the show. Both are strong, determined, and passionate about their respective causes, and both are independent individuals who don't have to rely completely on those around them. That's why it's exciting to see how they act and how they develop.

If you liked Aishiteruze Baby★★ add

...then you might like Usagi Drop add

Both anime are very similar in the feelings/emotions conveyed and the overall plot of the story. While Usagi Drop features a 30-year-old man who ends up taking care of a young child, Aishiteruze Baby features a young teenager who is tasked with taking care of a young child who was abandoned by her mother. Both delve into the realities of parenthood, the heartwarming satisfaction felt just by seeing a smile of happiness from the young children. Both have all the reason in the world to break down and cry at any possible moment, and so seeing how they can find solace and continued happiness with their new "parents" just makes for many heartwarming moments. If you couldn't really connect with the adult in Usagi Drop and you are looking for something similar with the same tones/themes, then you would most likely be able to connect with the teenager in Aishiteruze Baby and enjoy the interactions between "parent" and child yet again.

If you liked Steins;Gate add

...then you might like Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica add

Both anime are extremely similar in the tones that are conveyed throughout. Both Steins;Gate and Madoka Magica begin with a rather light-hearted, almost ideal scenario where the viewers expect nothing short of happiness and fun all around. And both shift into a rather serious, dark tone that prevails throughout the rest of the show in a manner that one does not expect (and that unexpectedness is great, especially given how many anime are rather predictable these days). As both anime share similarities in tone, they also share similarities in the themes/motifs conveyed. In an effort not to spoil anything, I will simply say that both explore the concept of fate, the illusion of multiple possibilities, the desire to change fate, and the psychological consequences that come from pursuing these. Both anime will put you through an intense, emotional rollercoaster that really makes you think, consider, and hope. That's why I would highly recommend watching Madoka Magica if you are looking for something truly similar to Steins;Gate.