Damekko Doubutsu - Recommendations

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Hetalia: Axis Powers

Hetalia: Axis Powers

In a time filled with wars, environmental concerns and issues, there lives a gaggle of beautiful boys that are the personification of the world's countries. Japan, England, France, Finland, Germany and the rest of the boys attend the World Conference and tackle issues like global warming with a heavy dose of fun. Through multiple world wars the gang will traverse deserts, build mecha U-boats and solve the world's problems together!

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indiglow indiglow says...

When I saw DD, I instantly thought of Hetalia in both anime and manga form.  Both are in a five minute format that showcases the interactions between a big variety of characters, with an emphasis on cuteness and lightheartedness.  They're also personifications - in Hetalia's case, the personifications are countries, and in DD we're watching some very unique animals.  Both animes have to deal with the foibles of 'useless' characters that don't behave as expected, with a lot of laughter in the process. 

reccaphoenix reccaphoenix says...

Both of these series revolve around anthropomorphic gag characters interacting in hilarious ways, and both have a similar short format.  Hetalia may be more "educated" than Useless Animals, but they share a similar sense of fun.

Kasomi Kasomi says...

Both of these series revolve around anthropomorphic gag characters interacting in hilarious ways, and both have a similar short format.  Hetalia may be more "educated" than Useless Animals, but they share a similar sense of fun.

Di Gi Charat

Di Gi Charat

One day, Dejiko, Puchiko and the strange ball-shaped Gema-Gema crash land their UFO in the middle of Akihabara. Without a single yen to their name they have nowhere to go, but following an unexpected and generous offer from the manager of a nearby store, the trio begin working at the shop in exchange for renting the room upstairs. Alongside Dejiko’s self-confessed rival Rabi-en-Rose, as well as a mysterious bear that has mastered the ability to appear happy, sad, depressed and angry all at once, the insanity is only just beginning! From shooting window shoppers with Dejiko’s Laser Eye Beam and the appearance of a bizarre farting impostor, to a sudden attack on the city by Godzilla, life at Gamers is certainly livening up.

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marshmallowxtea marshmallowxtea says...

In both of these, the episodes are so short, that not much happens. But what does happen is quite funny. Also, all of the characters in each have an animal theme.

Sweet Valerian

Sweet Valerian

Asialand City is a bustling metropolis that is under attack! Strange monsters fill the streets, and heroes are needed - enter the Relaxation Combat Team Valerian! Comprised of three girls-turned-bunnies, the Valerians do whatever it takes to put a stop to the Stress Team - a group of evildoers who turn people's stress into monsters! From ramen monsters to beyond, there's nothing that Relaxation Combat Team Valerian can't handle!

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KiraRin KiraRin says...

Both short and sweet, each episode is a self contained story that doesn't really add much to the bigger picture. Sweet Valerian and Useless Animals both leave you with a sense of wonderment at what you've just watched, and why you're reaching for the remote to put on the next episode.

With not a whole lot in common storywise, or character-wise, I make this recommendation purely because they are both a good way to spend a few minutes of time and will leave you with a (bemused) smile on your face.

Dogtato-kun

Dogtato-kun

Dogtato-kun is one of the many half-animal/half-vegetable inhabitants of Veggietown! Along with Croconion, Cucumbird, Hedgetato and the rest of the gang, Dogtato-kun and Veggietown's edible dwellers will have fun, fall in love, and make new friends, all without losing a leaf!

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cassiesheepgirl cassiesheepgirl says...

Both of these series are about a community of different animals with a twist. Dogtato-kun features 'vegetable animals' and Damekko Doubutsu is about a group of animals that are utterly useless. While dogato-kun is more child-like than Damekko Doubutsu, if you liked the twist of one series and looking at how these creatures interact with each other in their daily lives then you are likely to enjoy the other.

Sgt. Frog

Sgt. Frog

As the mighty star fleet of the planet Keron prepare their invasion of Earth, Sergeant Keroro and his elite team of commandos have been sent to infiltrate the enemy strongholds and gather as much intelligence as possible. However, it seems even his extensive military training is no match for the forces of Earth, as he is discovered and captured by the two middle school siblings, Fuyuki and Natsumi. Submitted to the rigorous torture of housework duty, the amphibious Keroro must now bide his time, covertly locate his squad-mates, and resume his mission of conquest!

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cassiesheepgirl cassiesheepgirl says...

As strange as it may seem, I feel that these two series have a reasonable amount in common. Both feature cute little creatures as the main protagonists and have a lot of comedy in them. Also, while the title suggests that the animals in Damekko Doubutsu are useless in their own ways, the aliens in Keroro Gunsou are also pretty useless in their own pursuits. If you enjoyed the comedic failings of the protagonists in one of these series and want some easy-watching and lighthearted entertainment, then it would be worth trying the other.

Melancholy of Haruhi-chan Suzumiya

Melancholy of Haruhi-chan Suzumiya

Join Haruhi, Yuki, Kyon, Mikuru, Itsuki, and the rest of the gang in their all-new adventures. From creepy dreams, dodge ball games, quiz shows, and cosplay contests, the excitement never stops! Can Kyon, the only normal student of the SOS Brigade, make sense of all these odd occurrences, attempt to avoid them, and hopefully survive them with his sanity intact? With the adventure and mystery-seeking Haruhi in his way, along with aliens, espers, and time travelers, he certainly has his doubts!

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KiraRin KiraRin says...

Silly, sensless and short, three great things about both of these shows.

Although they are just a fun bit of fluff, Haruhi-chan and Useless Animals are a great way to waste a few minutes a day and not have to keep up with a complex storyline. I think fans of one show will love the frivolity of the other :)

Zenryoku Usagi

Zenryoku Usagi

Need a job done right? Call the Zenryoku Engineering Company! Staffed by hip-hop loving boss Oyakata, aggressive Ojou, babysitter-turned-worker Minarai and a variety of other motivated rabbits, Zenryoku Engineering Company lives by a simple motto: do our very best! From finding old fossils to building a bridge to help a young rabbit find his way home, there's nothing the team can't build or handle!

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cassiesheepgirl cassiesheepgirl says...

OK, so at first glance this may seem like an odd recommendation; one series focuses on useful construction bunnies, the other is literally entitled 'Useless Animals'. However, both of these series are light-hearted and motivational series. Zenryoku focuses more on building up confidence and completing a job to the best of your (possibly limited) ability, whereas Damekko Doubutsu looks at finding your rightful place in the world - even if you are a bit useless. If you liked the upbeat and cute aspect of one of these series then you may well enjoy the other.

Akazukin Chacha

Akazukin Chacha

Red Riding Hood Chacha is an aspiring young mage who can't seem to get her spells right, commonly performing blunders like summoning a bouquet of noses instead of roses. But when her famous master and magician Seravi decides to send her to Magic School, things couldn't be better. Along with were-puppy Riiya, love-struck Shiine, Black Riding Hood Yakko-chan and other new friends, Chacha must survive both the evil forces which threaten the land and sadistic (yet still somehow caring) teachers alike!

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sunandshadow sunandshadow says...

Akazukin Chacha and Damekko Doubutsu both make jokes about incompetence and cluelessness, and both have a cast of cute young fantasy beings.  They also both are about making friends, with a minor theme of secret/unrequited love.

Arashi no Yoru ni

Arashi no Yoru ni

"One stormy night." These are the words Mei will say outside of the barn to identify his new friend. "One stormy night." Gabu will say this phrase to finally meet the friend he made in the darkness of the storm. Mei and Gabu had taken shelter in the barn, and in the darkness they comforted each other, only to find that they were very similar, striking a friendship there and then. "One stormy night", and they would finally meet face to face at their promised place and time, but on this fateful night Mei, an orphan goat, and Gabu, a wolf, finally see each other. Will their friendship work? Will their communities allow it?

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chuckylover911 chuckylover911 says...

In both Animes the charectors are all Animals who can speak. Cute charectors and animation style. As in Useless animals, the animals are all misfits... and totaly unlike their own species. And in Arashi No Yori Ni, a forbidden relationship causes problems for all animal species.

Fruits Basket

Fruits Basket

Tohru Honda is a compassionate girl who is down on her luck. Her mother having recently died, she has been forced to camp out in the woods for shelter. However, things start to turn around once she is invited to live with class hunk Yuki Sohma and his family... but all is not as it seems! Yuki's family is burdened with a dark curse which causes them to turn into the animals of the Chinese zodiac once hugged by a member of the opposite sex... and Honda may be the only one who can help them.

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chuckylover911 chuckylover911 says...

Both animes include charectors who are 'animals'. the charectors fight one another and have someone they all respect. Also the comedy in both animes is just awesome!