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If you liked Bakuman. add

...then you might like [Oshi no Ko] add

[This is a repost from my recommendation in second season] Insider knowledge on the entertainment industry! These shows are about competition, lifestyle, the behind the scenes and the dark side of this ambit. Personal struggles, drama, intermingling relationships and the ins and outs of entertainment abounds. Oshi no Ko is broader, containing acting, idols and an entire segment of second season dedicated to manga as well. That part, in particular, was very reminiscent of Bakuman; displaying the hardships of manga adaptation, along with an insight into manga creation. Not only that part is reminiscent though, as the broader theme of the entertainment industry and how it's handled is very similar and even seems inspired. To make it clear, Oshi no Ko leans more into seinen at times and has a very prevalent plot point regarding vengeance. Bakuman, on the other hand, is clearly more of a non-battle shounen. In spite of this, the two franchises have a heavy focus on the perspective of artists and creators and the practicalities of how the discipline is carried out. The tone is most of the times similar too, as both include a lot of lighthearted comedy moments, fierce competition, as well as some romance and slice of life.

If you liked Bakuman. add

...then you might like [Oshi no Ko] 2nd Season add

Insider knowledge on the entertainment industry! These shows are about competition, lifestyle, the behind the scenes and the dark side of this ambit. Personal struggles, drama, intermingling relationships and the ins and outs of entertainment abounds. Oshi no Ko is broader, containing acting, idols and an entire segment of second season dedicated to manga as well. That part, in particular, was very reminiscent of Bakuman; displaying the hardships of manga adaptation, along with an insight into manga creation. Not only that part is reminiscent though, as the broader theme of the entertainment industry and how it's handled is very similar and even seems inspired. To make it clear, Oshi no Ko leans more into seinen at times and has a very prevalent plot point regarding vengeance. Bakuman, on the other hand, is clearly more of a non-battle shounen. In spite of this, the two franchises have a heavy focus on the perspective of artists and creators and the practicalities of how the discipline is carried out. The tone is most of the times similar too, as both include a lot of lighthearted comedy moments, fierce competition, as well as some romance and slice of life.

If you liked Beelzebub add

...then you might like Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan add

Similar kinda story structure, where most of it are absurd comedy sketches, but then it actually serves unironically to flesh out the characters and form a path moving forward. Plus, it's all kickstarted by the arrival of a surreal character that needs to be taken care of by the delinquent protagonist of the story.

If you liked World Trigger add

...then you might like Kaijuu 8-gou add

An organization set on defending humanity. A very structured power system that allows for individual specialization and some wiggle room for anomalies. A hierarchy, ranks, recognizable faces. All while still mantaining slice of life and fleshing out characters, their motives and relationships. At last, a mistery pertaining the enemy forces and how they work. Kaiju N°8 is a faster paced, lighter and more fun version of World Trigger on a moment to moment's basis. Wether this results on a better show at the end of the day, is still up in the air.

If you liked Beelzebub add

...then you might like Mashle add

The near 50/50 split between comedy and action makes for a similar vibe I've gotten only a handful of times as a Beelzebub fan. Also, the comedy itself has a very 2000's surrealist-absurd style mixed in with a fair amount of slapstick, very much like Beelzebub. About the action aspect, both have an overpowered protagonist that imposes his will despite circumstances. They will get their way of doing things, wishes, values and objectives respected, no matter what. That's why they are also brave and bold, because they won't be pragmatic or too strategic, just force their way through, all or nothing. Both protagonists can be quite socially inept or dense, which is part of their charisma. Finally, the school setting allows for the same kind of world building and character utilization. Even the secondary characters get to have a spotlight, unique abilities or a quirk of their own, which works for comedy skits and combat. Also, there's alignments and factions, like the Tohoshinki and Magia Lupus (Beelzebub and Mashle, respectively).

If you liked Beelzebub add

...then you might like Ayashimon add

1. Air-head delinquent protagonist that is tough as nails and heavily drawn to fights (using mainly his fists). 2. Demon topic (in Ayashimon centered more around youkai). 3. Parody Shounen Jump manga and break the fourth wall often. 4. Both feature a stone cold woman as a companion that knows everything about the world and guides the protagonist, all while having a purpose of her own (+both are demons).

If you liked Ansatsu Kyoushitsu add

...then you might like Munou na Nana add

Theres a highschool class full of quirky individuals that are preparing themselves to fight humanity's biggest threat. Also very colorful and drama oriented. A lot of betrayals, alliances and individual talen'ts being highlighted.