20 anime like Bakemonogatari
These are the shows Bakemonogatari fans recommend most, with the most popular picks first. Each one notes what it has in common with Bakemonogatari, so you can find the one that fits your mood. 5 come from the same studio. 17 are short series of 13 episodes or fewer.
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Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai
TV · 2018 · 13 eps · 81/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into urban fantasy and primarily teen cast. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Drama
- Mystery
- Psychological
- 2
The Tatami Galaxy
TV · 2010 · 11 eps · 84/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into coming of age and surreal comedy. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Mystery
- Psychological
- Romance
- 3
Katanagatari
TV · 2010 · 12 eps · 81/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into philosophy and male protagonist. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Romance
- 4
Call of the Night
TV · 2022 · 13 eps · 79/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into vampire and urban fantasy. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Psychological
- Romance
- Slice of Life
- 5
Kubikiri Cycle: The Blue Savant and the Nonsense User
OVA · 2016 · 8 eps · 76/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into philosophy and male protagonist. Shaft animated both. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Mystery
- Psychological
- Thriller
- 6
Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei
TV · 2007 · 12 eps · 76/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into satire and surreal comedy. Shaft animated both. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- 7
Pretty Boy Detective Club
TV · 2021 · 12 eps · 69/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into philosophy and coming of age. Shaft animated both. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Mystery
- Sci-Fi
- 8
The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya
TV · 2006 · 14 eps · 76/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into urban fantasy and primarily teen cast. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Mystery
- Sci-Fi
- Slice of Life
- 9
Puella Magi Madoka Magica
TV · 2011 · 12 eps · 83/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into primarily female cast and urban fantasy. Shaft animated both. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Drama
- Fantasy
- Mahou Shoujo
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My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU
TV · 2013 · 13 eps · 78/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into primarily teen cast and male protagonist. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Drama
- Romance
- Slice of Life
- 11
Penguindrum
TV · 2011 · 24 eps · 79/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into philosophy and coming of age. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Mystery
- Psychological
- Supernatural
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The Fruit of Grisaia
TV · 2014 · 13 eps · 71/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into primarily teen cast and male protagonist. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Ecchi
- Psychological
- Romance
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ODDTAXI
TV · 2021 · 13 eps · 85/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into ensemble cast and male protagonist. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Mystery
- Psychological
- Thriller
- 14
NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE
TV · 2026 · 13 eps · 68/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into philosophy and mixed media. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Drama
- Psychological
- Slice of Life
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SHOSHIMIN: How to Become Ordinary
TV · 2024 · 10 eps · 74/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into primarily teen cast and mixed media. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Mystery
- Slice of Life
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Undead Murder Farce
TV · 2023 · 13 eps · 77/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into monster girl and youkai. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Mystery
- Supernatural
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Hyouka
TV · 2012 · 22 eps · 79/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into primarily teen cast and male protagonist. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Mystery
- Romance
- Slice of Life
- 18
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off
ONA · 2023 · 8 eps · 79/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into urban fantasy and surreal comedy. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Comedy
- Drama
- Mystery
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Mekakucity Actors
TV · 2014 · 12 eps · 67/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into ensemble cast and urban fantasy. Shaft animated both. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Romance
- Sci-Fi
- Supernatural
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FLCL
OVA · 2000 · 6 eps · 79/100
Like Bakemonogatari, it leans into coming of age and surreal comedy. Many fans of Bakemonogatari recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Comedy
- Mecha
- Sci-Fi
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