Hozuki's Coolheadedness - Recommendations

Karasune says...

Gintama is far more crazy, but both it and Hoozuki no Reitetsu share a similar style of comedy. They're random, fun, and overall just really silly. Gintama can get a little serious and even sad at times while Hoozuki shows no signs of that, but if you're looking for some good comedy and nonsense, you may want to look here. 

Jakounezumi says...

Very similar style, animation and humor. Even the main protaginist is very similar to gintoki with a perpetual deadpan expression.

FullmetalDragon says...

Both series have a very similar comedy style, with fairly ridiculous stuff going on in both. Gintama is probably the more crazy of the two, but both are very entertaining.

atarinoayame says...

Ruthless humour that could appear almost as careless humour but that in the end is so full of meaning and depht. Also both make great emphasis in the japanese culture and it's strong points as well as it's nonsenses.

AnnaSartin says...

These interesting and unique shows feature a grumpy main character and the humorous and memorable creatures and characters from the underworld that he deals with.

gundumgrrl says...

Both are comedic ways to learn about japanese demons, while both are comedic, mononokean has some touching moments, so if you are simply looking for a laugh it may not be for yout

FullmetalDragon says...

Both shows heavily feature Japanese mythology, with a very similar vibe despite their fairly different approaches to it. Hozuki no Reitetsu is more comedic than The Morose Mononokean, but both are enjoyable in their own way. 

Ladyfitzjoice says...

This anime is so interesting and unique in many ways especially how it feature a Hozuki as a grumpy yet cool character. I also liked the humorous and memorable creatures and characters from the underworld that he deals with. There’s also the part with Satan and Beelzebub being afraid of him. 

asterris says...

Both episodic and focuses on supernatural themes. I also thought the main characters, and even some side characters, were refreshing in both of these anime, hard working and easily stressed kokkuri to hard working and strict hozuki, overall enjoyable to watch. 

Differences would be that Hoozuki no reitetsu took place in mainly non-existent, (or at least as far a we know) places, while though still unrealistic, Gugure was on earth, in Japan. Also, while Gugure is about the daily life and various fetishes of the characters, Hoozuki is more about daily life in the underworld when you work there.

I both found these to be enjoyable comedies (comedy ONLY) that offered some dark humor, and cute characters, with ears, tails, and horns!

gundumgrrl says...

both are comedies that have super natural elements and creatures and have characters that are very serious, almost ridiculously so, that abuse the other characters in some ways

FullmetalDragon says...

Both series are ridiculous comedies that focus on Japanese mythology. Some fairly crazy stuff goes on in both, although I would argue Hozuki no Reitetsu is slighly more crazy. 

Tanum says...

Although there isn't to much romance in Hoozuki no Reitetsu, there is a similarity with Noragami in the gods and the underworld theme. Recommend both for the comedy and the for some light action.

gundumgrrl says...

Both have super natural themes, however while hoozuki is a hilarious way to learn about the japanese afterlife, Noragami isn't always humorous, but it is an interesting way to learn about the japanese gods

FullmetalDragon says...

Both series are hilarious parody comedies featuring Japanese mythology. Given the similar styles of humour, if you liked one you'll probably enjoy the other too.

MateusCarvalho590 says...

On Earth, humans live unaware of the many gods who watch over them and help maintain a sense of balance. But one day, a very special girl named Ichiko Sakura will come face to face with one in the flesh – Momiji, the goddess of misfortune! For Ichiko is unknowingly sapping good fortune from those around her, sporting abnormal levels of beauty, intellect, athletic skill and wealth, and it's up to Momiji to help put things back into order. There's just one problem: selfish Ichiko is fully satisfied with her life, and wants nothing of the sort! Determined to keep her mojo safe from the cranky goddess's giant syringe and wide array of bad luck "devices", Ichiko now must deal with a whole host of supernatural lunatics and the fact that her new tormentor has moved in as an unwanted house guest, all the while trying her best to stay as fabulous as possible!

Lilit says...

They say civil service is hell, but in Japan Hell is a lot like civil service. Their approach to comedy is very different, but ServantxService and Hoozuki no Reitetsu are both shows about work life in an administrative office.

AnnaSartin says...

Beauocracy and piles of casework are just as much a pain in the rear for workers in the afterlife as it is for those in the living world in these two unusual anime series.

AntaresChocobo says...

Both anime are based on Japanese folkrore and have a different style than usual. They are a bit the opposite of the other as regards the genre, since Mononoke is "horror"/mistery and instead Hoozuki is a comedy/slice of life, but I think that if you like one you can like the other ... or at least it was like that for me

miyane says...

even though they're fundamentally different, there's still many similarities to these two shows. both feature a powerful stoic character and a rich plethora of characters. both have many lovable characters and offer good action occasionally.

saiki leans even more on the gag anime side, but hoozuki has gag elements too. which means they both offer a good laugh ! i can recommend both these series if you want a cheer-up and to have a good time.