20 anime like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei
These are the shows Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei fans recommend most, with the most popular picks first. Each one notes what it has in common with Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, so you can find the one that fits your mood. 6 come from the same studio. 15 are short series of 13 episodes or fewer.
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Kakushigoto
TV · 2020 · 12 eps · 78/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into meta and male protagonist. Many fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Slice of Life
- 2
Welcome to the N-H-K
TV · 2006 · 24 eps · 82/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into male protagonist and philosophy. It is a longer watch at 24 episodes. Many fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Drama
- Psychological
- Romance
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Joshiraku
TV · 2012 · 13 eps · 73/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into meta and surreal comedy. Many fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Slice of Life
- 4
Arakawa Under the Bridge
TV · 2010 · 13 eps · 74/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into surreal comedy and male protagonist. Shaft animated both. Many fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Romance
- 5
The Tatami Galaxy
TV · 2010 · 11 eps · 84/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into surreal comedy and philosophy. Many fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Mystery
- Psychological
- Romance
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Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan
TV · 2021 · 13 eps · 75/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into satire and male protagonist. Many fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Slice of Life
- 7
Pani Poni Dash!
TV · 2005 · 26 eps · 70/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into school and parody. Shaft animated both. It is a longer watch at 26 episodes. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- 8
Katte ni Kaizou
OVA · 2011 · 6 eps · 66/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into parody and surreal comedy. Shaft animated both. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Sci-Fi
- 9
No Longer Allowed in Another World
TV · 2024 · 12 eps · 71/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into suicide and satire. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Fantasy
- Romance
- Slice of Life
- 10
Welcome to Irabu's Office
TV · 2009 · 11 eps · 76/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into surreal comedy and episodic. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Drama
- Psychological
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Maria†Holic
TV · 2009 · 12 eps · 66/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into parody and school. Shaft animated both. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
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Gintama
TV · 2006 · 201 eps · 85/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into parody and ensemble cast. It is a longer watch at 201 episodes. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Comedy
- Drama
- Sci-Fi
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xxxHOLiC
TV · 2006 · 24 eps · 77/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into male protagonist and episodic. It is a longer watch at 24 episodes. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Drama
- Horror
- Mystery
- 14
Humanity Has Declined
TV · 2012 · 12 eps · 75/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into satire and surreal comedy. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Fantasy
- Sci-Fi
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Asobi Asobase - workshop of fun -
TV · 2018 · 12 eps · 79/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into surreal comedy and primarily female cast. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Slice of Life
- 16
VLAD LOVE
ONA · 2021 · 12 eps · 56/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into parody and meta. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Supernatural
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Azumanga Daioh
TV · 2002 · 26 eps · 79/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into episodic and school. It is a longer watch at 26 episodes. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Slice of Life
- 18
GINTAMA - Mr. Ginpachi's Zany Class
TV · 2025 · 12 eps · 75/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into school and surreal comedy. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- 19
Pretty Boy Detective Club
TV · 2021 · 12 eps · 69/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into philosophy and school. Shaft animated both. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Mystery
- Sci-Fi
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Sasami-san@Ganbaranai
TV · 2013 · 12 eps · 64/100
Like Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei, it leans into surreal comedy and primarily female cast. Shaft animated both. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei recommend it as a next watch.
- Comedy
- Drama
- Psychological
- Romance
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