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If you liked Tenshi no Tamago add

...then you might like Cocolors add

These two left me with similar feelings of pure awe as the credits rolled. They feature super detailed and interesting worlds filled with environmental storytelling. Lots of the backstory is up to interpretation, though Cocolors is much more straightforward. They both contain plenty of desolation and despair.

If you liked Cocolors add

...then you might like Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou add

The similarities here are quite obvious: well designed post-apocalyptic settings, mysterious circumstances, and pairs of main characters that simply want to understand the worlds they live in. Cruel and cold worlds filled with little sparks of hope. Both shows have similar messages and could honestly take place in the same universe.

If you liked Casshern Sins add

...then you might like Cocolors add

Similarly vague and bleak worlds that get developed/explained throughout the story. Both use color and space fantastically to convey their worlds and themes. If you want a post apocalyptic story with a strikingly unique art-style, either of these are good picks.

If you liked Pale Cocoon add

...then you might like Cocolors add

(Without spoiling anything) Both are about post apocalyptic "societies" trying to survive and figure out the world they live in. Similar themes and environment designs, though Cocolors is much more "fantasy" in it's approach. They both invoke similar moods by the end. If you crave a short but clever movie to watch quickly but think about for a while after, either of these will sate that hunger.

If you liked Rain Town add

...then you might like Cocolors add

These two have a strangely similar feel to their tone and melancholy. While the stories are fairly different, their settings are both lonely and desolate. Hidden gems that are worth your time.

If you liked Cocolors add

...then you might like Kemurikusa (TV) add

Both feature post apocalyptic settings that are very well built and fleshed out through environmental storytelling. Kemurikusa is much more lighthearted, but both evoke similar emotions. It's a pleasure to learn about their worlds through clever storytelling.

If you liked Planetarian: Chiisana Hoshi no Yume add

...then you might like Vivy: Fluorite Eye's Song add

Both feature stories about AI and Human relations, and the differences between both ways of existence. They have similar protagonists and cover similar themes.

If you liked Youjo Senki add

...then you might like Golden Kamuy add

If you are in the mood for military uniforms, rifles, and warfare, these both give off similar tones (at times). Golden Kamuy is much more focused on comedy and adventure, but the military aesthetic is strong in both. They are also both set in historical wars (though the war in Tanya seems to be a parody/alternate version of the real world).

If you liked Beck add

...then you might like Uchuu Kyoudai add

If you are craving some brotherly bonding, some buds chasing their dream together, a realistically told story about working toward a seemingly unreachable goal, then these two are for you. While the subject matter differs greatly, the feeling of accomplishment and focus on the journey is very strong in both.

If you liked Ergo Proxy add

...then you might like Deca-Dence add

Both are sci-fi stories about dystopian and utopian societies. They tackle many of the same themes, despite sometimes having fairly different tones. They both have great plot twists and it's enjoyable to discover and unravel the mysteries of both worlds. Not everything is as it seems.

If you liked Sakura Quest add

...then you might like Rokuhou-dou Yotsuiro Biyori add

These are two workplace anime, one about a tourism board and one about a restaurant. They give off similar moods and are largely focused on the daily life working at these places, though Sakura Quest has a more linear and streamlined story. Both are very cozy.

If you liked Ristorante Paradiso add

...then you might like Rokuhou-dou Yotsuiro Biyori add

These are both set around a restaurant and are largely focused on character drama and the daily life at said restaurant. They are slow paced, relaxing, and set a similarly warm mood. Most characters are male in both.

If you liked Thermae Romae add

...then you might like Bessatsu Olympia Kyklos add

These two both have basically the same premise: Man from Rome charged with some construction project being sometimes randomly warped to modern day Japan for inspiration. Most of the humor comes from the cultural and technological differences between the two time periods and regions. Olympia Kyklos is much more of a gag comedy and I found it to be the more enjoyable of the two, but both scratch a similar itch for short historical comedy.

If you liked Hinamatsuri add

...then you might like Gokushufudou add

Both shows are about Yakuza/Ex-Yakuza men who are put into a position of having to take responsibility for something. Taking care of a household and taking care of a (very difficult) child. The comedy in both comes primarily from these main men trying their best in these fairly normal situations, but bringing their Yakuza knowledge into the fray. If you enjoyed the ridiculous scenarios that came from Hinamatsuri, especially those relating to the gang itself, you will very likely enjoy Househusband.

If you liked Gintama add

...then you might like Gokushufudou add

They both feature similar gag comedy and over the top characters. Househusband shares the most similarity with the moments in Gintama in which characters are put into unfamiliar situations (which is frankly most episodes). Many of the members of the Shinsengumi in particular have similar traits as Tatsu, and watching Househusband reminded me of many of their goofier arcs.

If you liked Sakigake!! Cromartie Koukou add

...then you might like Gokushufudou add

Both are shows about "the underbelly" of society trying to go about everyday lives. Both are primarily about Delinquents and (ex)Yakuza getting up to every day activities in ridiculous ways. They share similar gag style humor, highly based on timing and the characters acting in ways that those around them are shocked by. It also turns the stereotypes of these types of characters upside down, showing that they are also caring people. If you enjoy the humor of one, you are sure to laugh at the other.

If you liked Haibane Renmei add

...then you might like Eve no Jikan (Movie) add

They've got similar atmospheres at times and cover similar topics of humanity and what it is to be alive. Similarly muted color palettes and methodical pacing. They are both slice of life stories that make you think about their message long after you've finished watching.

If you liked Aria the Animation add

...then you might like Nagi no Asu kara add

Both heavily feature ocean themes and soothing atmospheres. They use very similar colors (blue and white primarily) and there's something about the music that just brings the two of them together. Nagi no Asu kara has more supernatural elements and more drama, Aria is more slow paced and relaxed. But both have a unique aquatic charm that cannot be described without simply giving them a try. So get to it. dive right in.

If you liked Aria the Animation add

...then you might like Amanchu! add

This applies to the entirety of the Aria franchise, not just this season. Both shows are very similar on mood, coziness, and general atmosphere. They were created by the same author, so it's no surprise that there are very similar elements throughout. They both have fantastic characters that are always a charm to watch. They also both sometimes get a bit bogged down in weird supernatural tangents, which works nicely in Aria but is a bit weird in Amanchu. Still, they are both fantastic series if you want to relax and enjoy the weather so to speak. They are about taking it slow and learning about yourself and others through your environment.

If you liked Kimi ni Todoke add

...then you might like Ao Haru Ride add

These are two very similar romance stories, by both story and by visual style, atmosphere, and softness. They both feature characters that have their own psychological hurdles to climb over before anything romantic can ever work, and most of the story is about this development. They are some of the best of the genre if you are looking for purely romance shows. The main characters in both are always entertaining to watch and easy to root for.

If you liked Kimi to Boku. add

...then you might like Isshuukan Friends. add

These two both share a very lazy and cozy vibe. The art-styles are soft and easy on the eyes. They are both slow slice of life series about high school youths figuring themselves out. While neither has a particularly stellar story, they manage to grasp you with the way they tell their simple day to day narratives. If you enjoyed the mood and general style of one, you should certainly try the other.

If you liked Kimi ni Todoke add

...then you might like Isshuukan Friends. add

These are both romance stories that feature one of the characters with a somewhat difficult social situation. It would be spoilers to explain, but know that in both cases, the female lead has some sort of psychological barrier that must be overcome in order for the romance to proceed properly. Kimi ni Todoke is more blatantly romantic, whereas Isshuukan Friends is more about friendship, as the title suggests. (Still a romance though).

If you liked Isshuukan Friends. add

...then you might like Ao Haru Ride add

Pastel colors and similar romance drama vibes. They both feature very enjoyable romance plots, comedy, drama, and well written and relatable characters. They don't necessarily break new ground, but what they do they do well. If you enjoyed one and are looking for a romance with a similar feel, try the other.

If you liked Beck add

...then you might like Given add

Obviously both are series about high school boys in bands. But they are more about the personal character drama than anything else. Beck has a bit more of a diverse cast that feels more fleshed out, but that might be due to it being double the length. Beck is also a bit goofier (especially with the Engrish all over the place) but it somehow adds to the charm of it all. If you are a fan of the guitar shop vibe, studio practice sessions, and band-mate drama, then these are both probably right up your ally.

If you liked Argento Soma add

...then you might like Bokura no add

Both are mecha that focus less on the mecha side of things and more on the character drama and psychological side of the story. They are deep explorations of loss, fate, and forces beyond human understanding. If you are looking for a very personal and existentialist story, either of these are great picks. They might feel a little bit dated, but in my opinion they have both have aged quite well, barring a few animation quirks. They also both have a very bizarre soundtrack which fits their equally bizarre narratives. If you enjoyed one and want to watch another mecha with similarly dark themes, give the other a try.

If you liked Sirius add

...then you might like Yuukoku no Moriarty add

These two have very similar moods and settings, despite the differences in world lore and story. They are set in very Victorian/Gothic cities with a nearly steampunk feel to it (without the fancy gadgets though). They are full of edgy characters, drama, confrontations, and two sides that are both somewhat sympathetic from a viewer perspective. They cover some similar themes of morality and revenge. If you watched one and are craving that slightly goofy dark Victorian drama, the other might just scratch that itch. Just bear in mind that Sirius is largely about supernatural races, Moriarty is certainly not.

If you liked Koutetsujou no Kabaneri add

...then you might like Sirius add

Both are largely about fighting supernatural monsters. There's obviously more to it than that, but they should tell that story themselves. Similar vibes in both, dark settings with a bit of comedy to lighten the mood from time to time. They are both incredibly cheesy but that cheese is somehow what makes them enjoyable.

If you liked Stranger: Mukou Hadan add

...then you might like Saraiya Goyou add

Both are samurai dramas with similarly dark but beautiful art. House of Five Leaves is much more of a slice of life drama, with hardly any action in it. Sword of the Stranger has a ton of action. But they somehow both feel very comparable. The feel of the rustic buildings, the leaves falling from the trees as two swordsmen stare each other down, it feels like the characters could bump into each other at any time. If you are a fan of samurai anime in general, neither of these should be missed. They are both masters at what they do.

If you liked Natsume Yuujinchou add

...then you might like Hyouka add

Atmosphere. Atmosphere. Atmosphere. Both of these shows simply ooze that twilight hazy mood; both relaxing and slightly unsettling. While the stories themselves are very different, both series are largely about solving a wide variety of problems and mysteries for other people. They both have great characters and are full of charm. Hyouka touches on the supernatural, though it's more of a metaphor. Natsume is fully supernatural. Yet they still share that similar tone.

If you liked Sword Art Online add

...then you might like Deca-Dence add

Without spoiling too much, both of these do have similar settings and moods. They both have very well animated fights, fantasy/sci-fi settings, and both begin with a fairly large plot twist (though if you didn't see Sword Art Online's coming from a mile away I don't know what you were watching). They both have their flaws, one more than the other, but are enjoyable fantasy series nonetheless. Deca Dence has a bit more of a message to say, but if you are looking for something fun and enjoyed one, you might like the other.