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If you liked Hotarubi no Mori e add

...then you might like Tonari no Youkai-san add

Japanese folklore-inspired supernatural beings interact with humans in a softer way than their origin myths. A blend of sweet summer nostalgia and sadness, longing, and explorations of death.

If you liked Shiguang Dailiren add

...then you might like Hei Men add

Chinese sci-fi involving jumping into other people's memories and reliving them in order to solve mysteries.

If you liked Ryuu to Sobakasu no Hime add

...then you might like Bubble add

"Belle" and "Bubble" take traditional fairy tales (Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid) and make a wild contemporary spin on both the stories and characters. However, neither movie has well-developed writing, with most of their focus being their visuals. Both movies have really beautiful fantasy environments — one virtual, and one post-apocalyptic. With both female leads being singers, the movies make use of a lot of diegetic music and excel when the animation is in sync with the songs.

If you liked Wu Shan Wu Xing (2020) add

...then you might like Bai Niao Gu add

Relatively unknown Chinese animations with similarly styled stunning painterly background art, blending together traditional Chinese aesthetics and fantasy. Wu Shan Wu Xing is action-heavy and intense with spectacular fight choreography, while Bai Niao Gu is mostly pensive and low-key while building intrigue - but the one short fight scene in Bai Niao Gu shows off its smooth stylized animation.

If you liked Hunter x Hunter (2011) add

...then you might like Luo Xiao Hei Zhan Ji: Zhongsheng Zhi Men add

Specifically the Greed Island Arc of Hunter x Hunter has similar game world mechanics and character goals as the second season of Luo Xiao Hei Zhan Ji. (Unfortunately if I go into more detail it would contain spoilers for both.)

If you liked Id:Invaded add

...then you might like Fugou Keiji: Balance:Unlimited add

Detectives working separate cases realize that certain mysteries are related, leading to a deeper darker conspiracy. Police-work is aided by high-tech.

If you liked Xiyou Ji: Dasheng Guilai add

...then you might like Nezha Zhi Mo Tong Jiang Shi add

Both are re-imaginings of classic Chinese characters and stories. The lore of the characters is used and developed in creative ways to serve the plot. The main characters, Wukong and Nezha, are paired with companions who serve as character foils. Good blend of genuine story and humour. Similar animation style. Well executed magical fight scenes.

If you liked Mononoke Hime add

...then you might like Luo Xiao Hei Zhan Ji (Movie) add

- supernatural creatures live peacefully in forests - human development destroys nature - conflict builds from smaller fights into all-out war - one main character is from the world of spirits/monsters and the other is from the human world - the two main characters are enemies at first - they slowly learn to get along and collaborate - cute little forest spirits are similar in design

If you liked Baccano! add

...then you might like Dorohedoro add

The eclectic cast is lovable, no matter which side of the conflict they are on, despite constantly committing murder and torture. Even if someone is initially introduced in a negative light, they are developed until you eventually love them. The plot is constantly twisting and changing, and everyone has their own agenda. Plot threads and character arcs that initially seem unconnected are woven together, and you're always on the edge of your seat.

If you liked Psycho-Pass add

...then you might like Id:Invaded add

Both shows focus on detectives that use crime detecting technology to hunt murderers. The violence and gore of the crimes are on full display. Depictions of futuristic tech are entertaining and creative. One main character is an ex-detective that fell on the wrong side of law after a case got too personal. He now helps out his former colleagues by doing the "dirty" part of the work, despite being treated as a criminal himself. He has a rocky relationship with his former colleague/friend who leads the team of detectives. The other is a young woman who is unusually adept at mentally dealing with heinous crime. She appears naive at first but grows colder and more efficient as the show goes on. The character in Id:Invaded reveals herself to be stone cold very quickly while the character in Psycho-Pass goes through much slower growth. As the detectives goes through shorter mysteries involving different serial killers, they uncover more and more information about an elusive man who has had his hand in influencing and aiding many other serial killers. Through solving other crimes, they try to hunt down this mysterious threat.

If you liked Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu add

...then you might like Kidou Senshi Gundam: The Origin add

Both Char and Reinhard are ambitious and Machiavellian characters. Both stories follow their development from precocious children to vengeful young adults and remarkable military tacticians. Of course, both stories take place in space, with large scale space battles.

If you liked Saraiya Goyou add

...then you might like Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu add

Mature character driven dramas. Characters are haunted by their past relations, mistakes, and crimes. Melancholy mood.

If you liked Fate/Zero add

...then you might like Mo Dao Zu Shi add

The Fate series draws inspiration from mythology around the world while Mo Dao Zu Shi is a dive into Chinese mythology. Both series take their historical inspirations and transforms them into something exciting and explosive. Both shows are excellent stories featuring magic with a dark twist, summoning spirits, spectacular fights, large casts, complex politics, and a universe with extensive lore. Complex character relations involve alliances, betrayal, and conflicts on both small and massive scales. The art styles are both highly polished, and the animations are smooth and dynamic. The character and costume designs are detailed and beautiful. Both shows make use of CGI to enhance the visuals in the best way, blending environments, special effects, and traditional animation gracefully.

If you liked Baccano! add

...then you might like Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens add

Ensemble cast of criminals with great friendship, rivalries, and chemistry. Great action and humour. Each character has a vivid past and personality and makes the world feel big and full of potential stories to tell.

If you liked Durarara!! add

...then you might like Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens add

Ensemble cast of criminals with great friendship, rivalries, and chemistry. Both take place in cities full of underground secrets, identities, alliances, and powers at play.

If you liked Kenpuu Denki Berserk add

...then you might like Devilman: Crybaby add

Key elements in both series include but are not limited to: Gratuitous violence, blood and gore, grotesque monsters, roots in mythology, great fight scenes, uncensored sexual themes, friendship, betrayal, the dynamic between two characters who are perfect foils for each other, and the exploration of one's "fate".

If you liked Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi add

...then you might like Bakemono no Ko add

These films explore the boundary between the human and fantasy worlds. The protagonists are young children who mature through their experiences within the other world after receiving the help of magical creatures. The stories focus on family (whether it's adoptive or biological), unlikely friends, and personal growth through learning. The fantastical wonder in a child's mind as s/he sees the world - that's what these films will bring back to you, regardless of what age you are now.

If you liked K add

...then you might like Bungou Stray Dogs add

-Opposing groups of people with special powers. -Clueless white-haired protagonist joins forces with the supernatural, only to discover something special about himself too. -Very glossy and colourful scenery art. -Decent fight animation. -Typical anime slapstick humour. -Large casts, meaning characters don't receive much development. -No deep themes or plots, fitting for shallow entertainment.

If you liked Kuroko no Basket add

...then you might like Haikyuu!! add

I watched Haikyuu right after finishing Kuroko's Basketball, and I noticed a lot of similarities. An easily excitable ace and a seasoned support-role player team up. They clash at first but they soon become an unstoppable duo. The advancement of the team into various competitions - from practice matches to regional tournaments. It all happens at the same pace. The characters, plot progression, and humour all have close similarities. If you don't want to let go of Kuroko's Basketball yet, Haikyuu is a good one to shift on to. You will most likely enjoy one if you enjoyed the other.