Nana - Recommendations

succubusbloom says...

Paradise Kiss is written by the same writer as Nana, Ai Yazawa. It has kind of the same theme as Nana but with fashion i guess. The characters are similar to Nana.

palefox says...

If you liked Nana, you'd also like Paradise Kiss because it's also about a young woman who is trying to find a place in the world. It's also by the same author as Nana, so all the more reason to watch Paradise Kiss! =]

yukichii says...

Both series are from Ai Yazawa-sama. They both have the same taste, though Nana is a little bitter while ParaKiss is a little soft. They are both great!!!

CeeCee11 says...

Both Nana and ParaKiss have the same feeling to them. So if you've watched either one and are looking for one just like it here it is. The stories vary but have the same attitude in them.

vivafruit says...

Ai Yazawa’s work is so distinctive that no one could mistake Nana and Paradise Kiss as being written by anyone else. While the series aren't perfect, they can be considered one of the frontrunners of modern shoujo romance.

I emphasize modern because of how backward and traditional other romance anime seems when compared to Yazawa’s work. While other shoujo series are still mucking about with idealistic conceptions of the One True Love, the feelings of Yazawa’s characters are much more complex, layered, and believable. Nana and Paradise Kiss are amazing not only for convincing us that its characters love each other, but for convincing us that we know why they love each other.

kissmetgen says...

Both series are about growing up, facing difficult circumstances, making difficult choices, finding love and maintaining friends. Both series are post-high school which makes them even better. If you liked one then you will surely like the other.

johnnyd says...

This is certainly a guaranteed recommendation. Paradise Kiss and Nana are the main works of Yazawa Ai. She's an expert in portraying human relationships, and in both cases, as usual, she delivers without fail. You'll probably see some of the coolest and best portrayed characters ever in romance anime. The mentioned characters push the stories forward and while you watch them grow, fighting the hardships of life and love, you often completely forget they aren't of flesh and bone. Yazawa Ai also manages to do this with style, since the aesthetic part is particularly rich showing the author's personality. Also in both cases the sound department is excellent - in Nana you can almost call it perfect. They have the best seiyuus out there, an awesome op/ed compilation, and equally impressive OSTs!

ZenithAstrali says...

These two anime simply come as a pair. If you liked the well drawn characters and modern romance of one and were left wanting for more of Yazawa's work, then the other is a must.

tuff2baunicorn says...

Nana and Paradise Kiss are like two peas in a pod. Both are products of Ai Yazawa, and both contain some of the most realistic yet larger than life characters you will ever see! Both anime have an amazing fashion sense, the clothes the characters wear have a distinct feel and reflect largely on their personalities. Although sometimes the characters seem to be duplicates, lilke Nobu (Nana) & Arashi (ParaKiss) and Misato (Nana) & Miwako (ParaKiss), it is in a more "Wow! Similarities!" way rather than becoming dull or boring. Both Nana and Paradise Kiss have brilliant soundtracks with kick ass music, humour that will bring a smile to your face, situations that will pull you in and characters you will root for (and boo) the whole way through the series!

LaughOnceInARedMoon says...

While the story lines are different, Paradise Kiss and Nana both gave off the same feeling to me while I was watching them. If you enjoyed watching one then I think you would enjoy the other.

colettelabete says...

Created by the hopelessly romantic Yazawa Ai (Ai = love in Japanese), both series depict realistic situations and tend to focus more on character development than the action itself. If you appreciate shoujo series with a flavor of realism and do not serve your anime all covered in sugar, especially if you're familiar with Yazawa's art, you'll certainly love these.

Ran says...

Both Paradise kiss and Nana are centered on main characters that put all their efforts into making their dream come true, sometimes against their family and friend's advice. The decisions they will have to make both regarding their professional and love life will be hard on them, and the series give a real insight in their respective reasons and thoughts, leading to the choices they make. The characters of these anime are really complex and symptathetic, which makes it even more interesting to follow their life story.

risuta says...

Well, what should I say.... I am what?! ... the 1852nd person to make this recommendation! Well, things are simple, if you trust Ai-sama, creator of Paradise Kiss and Nana, and you have watched one of those 2 anime, watching the other is simply a MUST! There is no way you will not like it!

letitsurroundyou says...

Both of the original manga series are written by Ai Yazawa. They also both deal with the forming of romantic relationships that are very realistic and true to real life.

syronis says...

These animes both deal with a womans 'coming of age' in a mature yet entertaining manner, and have alot of character similarities.

xinlea says...

Like Nana, Paradise Kiss was created by Ai Yazawa, so they both have the same unique feel and animation to them. They also have very similar themes and characters (both have the theme of love [in many aspects], and, in my opinion, each character brings something special to the series'). Though they have different plots (Nana being about two girls who are very similar yet very different, and how their differences unite them; Paradise Kiss is about a normal girl being introduced and falling in love with a very different way of life than her norm), both are very enjoyable animes with breathtaking animation, wonderful characters, great plot, and much more! The only downside? Paradise Kiss is only 13 episodes long, so if you were hoping for another long series like Nana, you won't find it with ParaKiss. It's very short, but finishes off quite nicely - if it were any longer it might become too drawn out and not as enjoyable. If you liked Nana for its quirky charm, you'll definitely enjoy Paradise Kiss - it contains that same quirky charm, and vice versa.

kidhoshi says...

Ai Yazawa is a great mangaka artist.I strongly recommend Nana and after that Paradise Kiss.

The feeling that these 2 anime series left in my heart is quite the same,although the stories aren't 100% the same. The plot of these two anime series is amazing,the graphics are perfect,although the graphic from Paradise Kiss might look a bit strange,with time i began to love it.

The endings are quite bitter,in my opinion.

These two anime series are also the main,and best,works of Ai Yazawa,and are a must see.The only bad thing about Paradise Kiss is that its very short.If youre looking for something long you wont find it in ParaKiss but i strongly recommend this anime series because it could easily be a real story,nothing supernatural,science fiction,its like a slice of life,very realistic.

kenikki says...

The similarities between these two shows are many, which isn't suprising considering they're written by the same person. Both share stories of bittersweet love, growing up, building friendships and entering a "new world" (fashion and music) among other things. The animation is basicly the same as well.

wolfangel87 says...

Nana and Paradise Kiss while being created by the same person are very complex and have very layered feelings of the characters.  There is something more typical of the real world than in a more fantasy based one true love type of anime.  There is an edgy animated fashion in both series and a very trendy and interesting artistic style.  Both series are about young women trying to make it in the world, facing difficult choices and harsh circumstances, and who strive to make the best of their lives.

VivisQueen says...

Nana and Paradise Kiss have angsty romance, counterculture types, and edgy fashion. The love in both of these anime is bitter-sweet and none of the characters can quite figure out what it is they want. The elements that make one of these series strong also exists in equal measure in the other.

chamomille says...

Although Paradise Kiss deals with the world of fashion and Nana deals with the world of music, both series are similar. The main characters in both series try to find out what they really want and do not hesitate to sacrifice their love in order to fulfill their dream.If you liked one, you would surely like the other. Both series are close to real life and you may already know that you cannot have everything and that the excellent career usually doesn't go together with happy love.

yelizaveritas says...

Paradise Kiss and NANA are written by Ai Yazawa, so they have very similar painting style. Both anime have a girl, looking for love and happiness, as a main characters. They also have very similar themes - in Nana it's the world of music and in Paradise Kiss - the world of fashion.

Omurqi says...

Josei at its best. Both Paradise Kiss and Nana are character-driven stories about a part of society regular people don't get to see (the world of Punkrock in Nana, Fashion in Paradise Kiss). Character development is THE forte of both shows, along with a fair dose of drama and romance. The character development goes a little deeper in Nana (naturally, seeing its length) and there is more emphasis on extravaganza in ParaKiss, but nevertheless, these shows are two of the same.

NimirRa says...

Two great Josei stories of life, love, and friendship. Nana and ParaKiss both feature the same themes, great music, and "real" situations- they're even by the same mangaka. If you enjoyed one of these shows make sure to check out the other!

deideiblueeyez says...

I have no doubt that if you love Nana, you'll love Paradise Kiss, and vice versa. Both are made by the same author/artist, Ai Yazawa, and consequently have her unique spin on design and storyline. Nana is more rock-n-roll and the life of newly-minted adults making their way in the world, while Paradise Kiss is about falling in love and the world of fashion. There will be tears and realistic relationships, sex, and general love all-around. Can't miss either one if you're a slice-of-life fan.

Starletka says...

Nana and Paradise Kiss were written by the same author - Yazawa Ai. The style of drawing and characters are simmilar, and the general storyline is basically the same.

chii says...

These 2 anime are the same but instead of music being the main theme in Nana replace it with fashion for Paradise Kiss. Lots of drama to be had and people actually have sex in both shows. Check out one if you enjoyed the other

LoveMeMember says...

I think everyone above me has pretty much covered the reasons! They're very similar. Any other similarities would be spoilers.. Trust me, if you love one, you'd love the other! 

Aurura says...

Both animes hold a specific sophistication and gravity to their story while keeping moments of humor and intrigue. 

Girlygrunge says...

I believe they both have a lot of similarities and are equally as charming. I recommend watching both anime and the continuination of manga for Nana.

elise213211 says...

Both have very cool art styles and revolve around main characters that are young adult women coming of age. Both have mature themes and are slice of life. 

Leahchu says...

Both anime feature a young girl trying to find out what they want to do in life. They each meet a group where they are the odd one out, Paradise Kiss with the mc diving headfirst into fashion, and Nana with the music industry. They must each overcome their upbringings and naivety to have a bittersweet coming-of-age. Each show also has intimate relationships within the friend groups. 

MaddieBloom says...

If you like Paradise Kiss, you'll probably like Nana too! And uh, also the other way around! Why do I say this? Well, for the reasons that, the storylines are similar, mature themes as well as coming of age aspects are included, and the characters in each anime are interchangeable funky. I mean, an obvious reason would be that Ai Yazawa wrote and illustrated both of the mangas that they're based on. Also, the soundtracks are each pretty killer. 

IndigoGoddess says...

Both series are mature in their own ways and have a strong female lead who are put into the position to make some big life choices. There's a lot of romance, but tastefully so, it isn't the only thing the anime is about, but rather rounds it off and makes it feel sort of more complete.

lainsbasement says...

both animes from ai yazawa. handle mature themes. complex characters and relationships. nana is about a rockband while paradise kiss is about modeling and fashion

lluvi626 says...

I liked it because there were real life relationship situations that can occur with your loved one 

amx1125 says...

They both have a nice character development that reaches the core although Nana is far more developed because its way longer. They're both unique and different compared to the usual anime tropes. Very nice change of pace. Different subject topics Nana being adulthood and music/fame while Pradise Kiss is highschool impending adulthood and fashion/fame 

brokenangelraven says...

similar style anime, bit of angst, romance, drama, all the good stuff, however in my opinion Nana is waaay better, in my personal top 10 anime list  

PrincessCatnip says...

if you want someone as toxic and unfaithful as Takumi in the main role.

The animation is similar, the main character is looking for some directions in her life. 

If you watched Nana, you must watch this. 

OkamiHime95 says...

Both anime are written by the same writer, and deal with similar themes, even though Nana is more music oriented, and Paradise Kiss is more Fashion oriented. If you like one, you might like the other one too.

gayanimedad says...

They’re both based on manga written by Ai Yazawa, so they’re very similar in aesthetics and in storytelling. Both are josei romance anime, that deal with heavy topics and showcase well-written, grounded drama. Both stories also feature the found family trope.

ialex32 says...

Both feature complex relationships rather than the more simplistic love stories common to anime. There's some deeply traumatic themes later in both stories. While Paradise Kiss focuses on fashion and breaking into modelling/fashion design, Nana is music-oriented.

There's also themes of queerness in both (much more overt in Paradise Kiss, and mostly subtextual in Nana).

Finally, although the character models for some characters are similar, their actual personalities are very different. Caroline and Nana Osaki, George and Ren, Arashi and Nobu: although these characters might look similar to each other, their personalities are vastly different.

Twinkietaem says...

Both are very real life nitty gritty young adult life dramas focusing on maturer themes between friendship and love. They're also created by the same author and have a very distinct tone of melancolhic hope

succubusbloom says...

Nana and Beck are very similar. The band Beck is trying their hardest to make a debut like Black Stones. In both anime they mention a lot of different bands (mostly rock). If you like music go watch it!

bittersweetness says...

Both Beck and Nana deal with the hardships that certain people face as they attempt to make themselves and their music known, as well as deal with other day-to-day conflicts.

LaughOnceInARedMoon says...

Both Nana and Beck deal with the lives of musicians and how people can be changed by music. In each of the series there is a band that is trying to get started up, and become a group that everyone knows. If you like rock music I think you will enjoy this anime.

Ran says...

Both anime deal with a group of young people who create a band and try to become famous. Beck is more centered on the world of music, whereas Nana gives more importance to the relationships within the band; this makes the two anime very much complementary. If you like one, you'll probably also like the other.

Iahel says...

Nana and Beck tell us about the musical industry and everything concerning the creative process. We'll meet naive novices and tycoons of record labels, rookies and stars. Although in Nana the story is focused on love and relationships, it's also about the life of musicians, including live shows in small clubs, the recording process, promotion and music videos. If you want to know more about the musical industry you'll enjoy watching these series.

noteDHero says...

Nana and Beck are charming coming-of-age dramas framed around the highs and lows of the talented bands' struggle to get signed to a major label. While differences stemming from the shows' intended audience--Nana, a josei; and Beck, a shounen--are clear, both believably chart the growth in its main character's maturity with wonderful relationships to supporting characters, love interests, and the abstraction of the music business as an antagonist. These anime are top notch in the music genre.

streety2k says...

In both series they show the sacrifices that need to be made while in a band as well as relationships and hardships that must be dealth with in everyday life. If you enjoyed one of the series because of its writing as well as music concepts you will no doubt more than enjoy the other.

GacekSSJ4 says...

Both animes are about band, love and their life problems and how they handle them. I'm sure if you liked NANA you will like Beck and vice versa.

winzar says...

Both this anime are music based anime. One (beck) more centred on the music and the relations between the bandmate and the other (nana) is more shoujo but i think the music predominant.

The OST of both anime is made by professional musicians and it isn't so bad for j-rock!

ZenithAstrali says...

How does one rock group get from singing in forgotten pubs to performing in front of tousands? How is the life of a rock star in making? If you want to know, both these anime have the answer. Filled with great music, realistic, romantic and entertaining, both Beck and Nana are sure to keep you chained to the chair.

IchiiKiller says...

In Beck you can meet group of people who created a band, just like in Nana. The band has own up and down, maybe the love thread isn't very expand in comparison with Nana but other staff like life shows and great music are very silmilar. It's almost obvious that if you liked Nana, you'll like Beck too.

KiraRin says...

Anyone who has ever been in a band, had a friend in a band or been a fanatical groupie will find something appealing in both Nana and Beck.

The shows follow a band from the ground up; from the bickering arguments, romance, record deals and break-ups. Nana, being a significantly longer series, is much more character orientated and probably aimed more at a female audience. However, Beck explores each character well but is firmly rooted in the music.

As similar, and as different as these shows are, I think they will both appeal to the same crowd.

cygaretka says...

I think that Beck and Nana are similiar, because of their unquestioned ambiency.Both animes are showing extraordinarily passion for music, ambition, and hard work for making dreams come true.Beck and Nana tell us also that our exertions aren't giving us any safety, that sometimes in our life we must resign for sake of other people. Against they are showing how important and beautiful frendship can be.If you like one, I'm sure you will enjoy the other.

joykimlee says...

Both are jrock joy to the ears.  Altho I much prefer Nana shoujo over Beck shounen since i'm a girl.  Beck is engaging but Nana is addicting.  Watching one reminds of the other for its story ambience, rock music, romance sacrifices, band hardships and life dramas.  Guys may say Beck is good whilst girls will say Nana is the greatest.  Must watch jrock appreciation for all bandmates!

kooltilldend says...

One word sums it up really: Music!

Yup if you are a fan of music and enjoyed either one...you simply have to watch the other! Agreed the stories have hardly anything in common, the animation sytles vary a fair bit as well but again, both animes are built around music and as such, if you like music, both are must-watch!

On the other hand, if you don't enjoy music...well why are you even reading this? :)

eaper says...

Each of these series have much in common, being focused mainly around the hardships accompanying starting a band, some complex romances, and growing up in general. If you liked either of these series you'll surely enjoy the other.

Elven says...

Both are about music and starting from zero, finishing with being pretty known :)! Love both!

chii says...

Growing up is hard. Especially when your goals involve music in some way. Both of these shows explore being young and wanting to make it big in the music industry and the drama attatched to it. Nana is more aimed at girls where Beck is more aimed at boys which is why I probably enjoyed the drama in Nana way more than Beck. Check either out if you are wanting to explore a music drama.

CluelessGamer says...

Nana is far more relationship forward. Romance, hookups, multiple relationships happen. Beck is far more slice of life in that aspect. I don't think you'd get you romantic anime fix from Beck, however you will get your good anime fix. Beck has a rare setting for anime that is a real world. No oversized eyes with mini skirted school uniforms in Beck. Instead you get references too The Beatles, the whole British invasion, and a band that sounds like Red Hot Chilli Peppers. Nana's drama comes from the relationships, Beck's happens more within the band. Both have unique animation styles, great music, good characters, and a rather realistic world.

Nana more feminine, Beck more masculine. I enjoyed both.

Larkawolfgirl says...

Both show not only the drama of the music industry, but how this drama affects artists personal relationships as well.

Inu230 says...

Having a voice other people want to listen to is not always enough to make you famous, though it does help you get recognized. 

M.C. in both animes have voices that draw crowds and aid them in creating meaningful relationships.

OkamiHime95 says...

Both anime are actually quite emotional, and deal with hardships that some bands/singers face. They also make many musical references, so if you like music, you will enjoy these anime.

Starletka says...

Both involve the world of music and the tough path of trying to make it, but more importantly both revolve around the topic of growing up and everything that comes along with it, like alcohol, drugs, and sex. NANA has more focus on the characters and their growth, while BECK focuses more on the music aspect.

InkedC says...

Both animes are about the struggles that musicians go through trying to become known in the music scene, while also dealing with their personal relationships. Though Beck focuses more in the music itself, Nana reaches a little more in the everyday life of the characters, while still enjoying the amazing songs they play in almost every episode. I believe if you want to stay in the same mood after finishing Beck, you'll definitely enjoy Nana.

Exhale says...

Both Nana and Skip Beat! have strong female characters that are trying to get their dreams come true, and delvelop a close relationship with another female along the way.

chamomille says...

Both series are very encouraging, showing girl's struggles in showbusiness. There are touching moments that make your heart tremble as well as comedic scenes that make you laugh. If you liked one, you would surely like the other.

TropicalMist says...

There are so many similarities between these two anime that I don't know where to begin.  On the surface, they both star strong-minded determined girls who want to make it in the entertainment business.  The whole story is about how they rise to the top and how they learn to grow and triumph over all the obstacles that come their way.  If you want more, they both feature plenty of romance with lots of good looking guys everywhere!

However, underneath it all... both anime are still very similar.  Skip Beat! leans more towards comedy and NANA deals with more mature subjects, but their lessons and issues that the protaganists face are still essentially the same.  There is the underlying romance, but each anime still has the goal of the starring females in mind.  How they grow up, how they overcome their difficulties and the realism of their stories really make it easy to empathsize (with a hint of luck of course!).

If you enjoyed one, I highly suggest you try the other.  These two stories are very unique for their genre and definitely one of the best from the pack.  And if it leaves you wanting more, you have the manga to look forward to!

cygaretka says...

The most important thing that is similiar in both animes is passion.Characters are not very alike, but I think their lust for art and people around are very cheering up.Nana is more mature but Skip Beat show a lot to think too. Both gives a big portion of laugh too.Creators gives us two great shows. You should try both.

eaper says...

Each series focuses on a female trying to make it in showbiz, while maintaining a high level of drama and comedy. Each series is extremely well done, so if you enjoy the story in one, you're likely to love the other.

jypsel says...

NANA and Skip Beat! are anime's that involve strong, female lead characters and the entertainment industry.  Kyoko, from Skip Beat!, is an interesting mix of Nana and Hachiko from NANA, as well as having her own personality - this leads the anime to be a funny, enjoyable ride.  NANA has the same comedic humor and focuses on the music side of the industry for J-Rock.  If you loved one, you're likely to love the other.

chii says...

Both shows are about strong women that follow their man to make it big in the entertainment industry. Both shows are full of drama, laughs and heartache. Both are worth a try!

bokusenou says...

Both series have strong female characters trying to make it in the world , and find themselves.

Cassii3 says...

Both Nana and Skip Beat are very similar as the main character is trying to fullfill their dream throughout meeting guys and having a close female friend.

They are both very good animes :) some of my favourites! If u like one your'll love the other ^^!

sabrielsharmony says...

the whole time i watched skip beat i couldn't help but feel like nana was the more adult version of the show. both are about the rise to fame and growing up plus both are funny.

harshrox2 says...

its because both tells about somehow lfe of idol howerver nana plot is somewhat dark and more mature skip beat is light and enjoyable from bottom

oasisblue says...

Both Nana and Skip Beat! are animes about female leads who start out passive and people-pleasing but grow into strong female leads who learn along the way what they want from life and gain true friends. Both are wonderful and heartfelt animes. Skip Beat! is a more light-hearted and has you laughing at times while Nana holds a more somber tone throughout the show despite both main characters being happy and upbeat females.

100% recommend both of them as must see animes.

Angelic4 says...

You could say Nana is strangely the adult version of Skip Beat. Just as Kyoko leaves home, the main characters of Nana also leave home and enter the entertainment industry. Nana and Hachi in the anime Nana represent Kyoko.

Hachi is naive as she follows her boyfriend to Tokyo and lives with him while he pursues his dream, she only gets broken hearted as the guy cheats on her. This is similar to Skip Beat because she lives leaves home with the guy she's enamored by and lives with him while he follows her dream only to get heartbroken.

Nana represents her wariness, work ethic, and passion. Nana has issues but she works for what she wants, she is more mature and stable but she does have a romantic interest who is also in the industry. Just like Kyoko and Ren. 

Also, a similar characteristic if you read the Skip Beat manga as well, Nana and Kyoko both have absent mothers who abandoned them. 

I think Skip Beat is very lighthearted but has a good plot and is enjoyable. It definitely brings in comedy and a good plot together without being awfully comedic that it becomes cliche or cheesy. 

Nana is definitely the definition of slice of life for me as it focuses on the lives of two women trying to make it in Tokyo. It has beautiful romantic moments, and the music is brilliant. I love how it brings together struggles, desire, and passion

ialex32 says...

Both shows feature strong female leads attempting to make it as celebrities. Both have issues with abandonment and painful relationships with their parents. Nana is much more mature than Skip Beat!, but the series both have extremely engaging leads with some similarities in plot.

tangerinegoods says...

If you liked Nana, you would also like Honey and Clover because both series are character driven and in the perspective of people in their 20's. In Nana, the viewpoint changes from one Nana to the next. In Honey and Clover, each character gets to tell their side of the story and each story you really fall in love with. Both of these anime have really great music. Nana is more Jrock and Honey and Clover definitely has some great Jpop songs, especially in the opening and ending.

I think both of these series tell the stories of young adults really well. They incorporate romance, first love and finding your place in the world as an adult. There are a lot of laughs, and a lot of heartwrenching moments you can relate to.

Each title really works the anime cliches perfectly. They have very unique, beautiful animation. The animators did a great job combining stories, visualizations and music together in Nana as well as in Honey and Clover.

succubusbloom says...

Nana and Honey and Clover have different genres but are similar in some ways. Both anime give you that ooo feeling after watching them. Kind of nostalgic in a way. I dont know how else to explain it. Go watch it and find out, you won't regret it.

avidkid10 says...

Honey and Clover focuses on the same age group as Nana, and focuses on the intricate relationships between friends as they grow older and hopefully wiser. It has an end that wont keep you guessing.

noteDHero says...

Honey and Clover and Nana skillfully deal with the transition from life inside of to out of school. They efficiently mix warm and hilarious comedy with heart-wrenching drama to create pathos that further draws the view into the lives and relationships of the characters. The art style also rounds up the similarities between the three; the only major differences arising from the color palette.

TropicalMist says...

I realized that after watching NANA, I haven't watched such a deep and complex story since H&C.  Only after thinking a bit, did I notice how similar they are in plot twists and complexity in their stories.

In terms of plot and characters, everyone is different.  However, both stories had a very strong group of characters that you get to know very well.  Every single one of them has issues, troubled pasts and gradually you follow how they deal with these problems. 

The only difference is that H&C is complete with a second season while NANA kinda leaves you hanging in the end.  Nevertheless, they both leave you with a feeling of cherishing the present that might not make it to your future =)

cygaretka says...

Both Nana and H&C are about beautiful frendship, not easy choises, groving up, and finding personal way of life.Characters in both animes are showing diffrent ways off thinking, diffrent problems and very similiar needs - they want to find themselves, love and be loved. They are similiar because of ambiency, masterly animation and great story. For me Nana and H&C are full of intelligence and great humor. I think, that if you liked one, you will enjoy the other.

eaper says...

While having forms of struggling artists in the background, each series focuses on trying to get used to the "real" world, while dealing with drama and love. While Nana's love would probably be considered much more mature, each series fits well together, blending drama, love, comedy, and portraying a sense of despair many feel when getting into the real world.

NimirRa says...

These two shows feature touching relationships of the romantic variety and otherwise, along with young people trying to make their way in this world while still trying to discover who they really are. I think if you found one of these thoughtful shows to be enjoyable you would also be interested in the other.

GrnEydDvl says...

Both shows are about a group of college age friends who are trying their best to make it in a harsh world and who fall just a bit short of their goals.  The shows are both very hopeful and sad at the same time and emphasize the fact that you can't always get everything you want, but that doesn't mean that you can't get anything out of life along the way.  The shows have a similar feel and are both very serious and sad with many funny, light hearted moments.  If you liked one, I definetly think you'll like the other.

technochocolate says...

Both Nana and Honey & Clover revolve around a group of college-age students who get very close as the series' progress.  They are both definitely josei, which makes them more realistic than most shojo romances.  The problems they face could happen to anybody (well, almost), and that is what makes them so beautiful.

The art is very different, but both are very well-done, especially Nana's.  I will say that H&C had better closure than Nana, simply because the mangaka behind Nana cut the story short for health reasons.

Galadriel says...

Both Nana and H&C are josei anime that focus on the main protagonist/s goals and especially puts a lot of emphasy on romance. Both feature comedy as much as drama so fear not, you won't receive more from one than the other. Both shows also feature characters that strieve to find their own place in the society. If you like one, you will definitely like the other one as well.

CluelessGamer says...

Both animes are very slice of life through a growing up age. Although romance is important, it doesn't completely rule the show. In real life romnce is an important factor, but we still have other things going on. Both deal with relationships of all sorts and growing up in general.

avidkid10 says...

Bokura ga Ita takes a closer look at a relationship between two teens. Just like Nana, you'll look seriously at the situations from the character's point of view. Though Bokura ga Ita doesn't rock out like Nana, it is sure to be an interesting watch.

caite88 says...

The depth of the characters in both Bokura ga Ita and Nana can really help you to relate to them, and also enjoy their romantic sides.

Antic says...

Beyond having one too many characters named ‘Nana', both NANA and Bokura ga Ita are realistic romance dramas that don't need bizarre premises to create believable relationships. The female leads of both series are sympathetic and very real- they make some poor decisions, but not strained such that it feels like the writers just needed them to be momentarily stupid to progress the plot.

wickedshizuku says...

Character designs are some-what alike. Nanami (Bokura ga Ita) reminds me of Hatchi (Nana). Their faces are alike, and both of them are very sweet.

fizrox says...

Both stories' main character name is Nana, who has a lot going on her mind at time - difficult relationship for instance. These anime follow young girls' life and more and more hard choices that they have to made while searching for their own happiness.

VivisQueen says...

Tragic confused romance. If you liked that about either Nana or Bokura ga Ita and wanted more, then I suggest you try the next one. Bokura ga Ita takes a far more high-school approach, whereas Nana is more mature and complex, But for good ol' fashioned romantic drama that's packed with anguish and difficult choices, you can't go wrong with either.

wolfangel87 says...

you cannot beat the dramatic realistic romances such as that of Nana and Bokura ga Ita!  With strong female leads who get themselves thrown into tough and hard to deal with situations faced by many a girl out in the world, viewers take the rollercoaster journey with them through their hardships.  All of the main characters in these two series are named Nana (ironically) but their tragic romantic troubles also are mirror images of struggles they have to go through and push through to strive on.

TropicalSwirl says...

The worlds of the characters of Bokura ga Ita and Nana are very different, but it is the quality of the relationships that made me love them. Regardless of what kind of lives the characters lead, the way they interact and develop with each other is incredibly realistic. Both anime have storylines are very well put together, so if you liked one, definitely give the other a try.

Cassii3 says...

Both animes are similar.. Nana shows relationships and heartache with different couples that the main character comes across, and Bokura Ga Ita however focuses on one couple but still has heartache and how they deal with it along their journey :)

Ran says...

Nana Komatsu and Momo-chan are very similar, as they face the same problems and questions. Nana also deals with hardships involving friendships; these hardships are absent from Peach Girl. These two anime really give you the same feeling as far as the characters go.

Sway says...

Nana and Momo, the two main characters, have both a hard time finding the one who is right for them. They struggle with their emotions and therefore, they are likely to forget their true feelings, the true meaning of love. Nana have a more mature storyline than Peach girl, which can show you different aspects of the same problems.

zwoomie says...

Both serier are about love and all the trouble that comes when love is involved. So if you like too feel your heart geat ripped out and geat totaly in love again this is the series you should see.

wolfangel87 says...

Very similar life problems are seen in Peach Girl and Nana concerning friendships and romance.  The series revolve around female characters and their struggle with their emotions and trying to understand their own feelings.

brenda310 says...

in both ways this animes show how the character of the two females change... also, you can see how they develop their relationship

nihonotaku says...

Both series offer a very intriguing look at relationships and friendships that leaves you addicted to the plot, wanting to find out what happens next. Both also have very well developed characters that are realistic and that don't simply fall into strict black-white categories. Overall, if you liked one, there's a good chance that you'll like the other as well.

xenokitten says...

In both of these romance shoujo anime you have a lot of mature themes, suicide, rape, pregnancy, addiction, abuse, etc. They are not always light happy fluffy candy coated stories. The relationships in these anime feel very real because they are not perfect relationships. They are relationships formed over a period of long time, and have their ups and downs. There's also love triangle drama in both of these anime. I also think the art style is quite simmilar. 

snivets says...

Both of these stories revolve around friendships and love triangle drama, and both contain more mature themes.

kissmetgen says...

Both series are about growing up, facing difficult circumstances, making difficult choices, finding love and maintaining friends. Both series are post-high school which makes them even better. If you liked one then you will surely like the other.

witchhuntergio says...

Both Nana and KGnE manage to explore the more complex areas of human relationships. The characters are so well-developed and presented that you are going to forget that they are not real.

vahen says...

Both animes tells about the choices that one have to make in one's love life, of it's consequences and how painful it is to make a choice.

Nana and Kimi ga Nozomu Eien is very similar from my point of view. The main difference are just the ways in which the main characters express their love and the characters themselves are quite different.

Nevertheless, both of these animes are a must watch for romance anime lovers.

wolfangel87 says...

Growing up and facing difficult circumstances are hard to do on a regular basis but throw in the hardships that the girls in Kimi ga Nozomu Eien and Nana face and viewers will be undecided on exactly what course of action they would take in the situation.  The series revolve around love and dealing with the choices you make, they also display a very good view of human relationships.

Michichan says...

Nana and Kimi ga Nozomu Eien have the same themes.  Both are about the relationships between people and tough decisions people need to make.  Although the plots are very different, I feel that fans of Nana will still definitely enjoy Kimi ga Nozomu Eien and vice versa

bebe4styll says...

Both of these anime have a heart-breaking story , with a lot of twists in the plot and people getting hurt. They are both about grown-ups and about the love they have for one another, but also about friendship and how easily that friendship can be harmed. Nana and Kimi ga Nozomu Eien show the reality , how hard life can be for the characters and they both show this at a very high intensity, with very powerful feelings flowing into the viewers as they watch them.

wolfangel87 says...

Nana and Kaikan Phrase both deal with band relationships and the toll that being in a band and trying to become famous takes on the members.  Each go through the members personal lives in great detail and focus on the relationships they strive to have.

joykimlee says...

Both are jrock boy bands with lyrics for the soul.  Music bring people together and change the way they live forever.  Root for both bands to go pro as we follow their early days of member scouting, band formation, song production, underground gigs, image marketing to going pro.  Both dwell on the music industry and their endurance to make it mainstream.  Good watch for all jrockers!

KiraRin says...

If you enjoy your musical anime with a healthy dose of romantic drama, then Nana is definitely the first choice. However, Kaikan Phrase shares many similarities that will give appeal to fans, even if it doesn't have quite the same dramatic punch. If you're looking for a good emotional rollercoaster ride, then both of these titles are a great place to start.

Kaorichaos says...

This is my first recommendation because personally i don't like to compare anime to one anouther. I loved both of these animes. From the Rock aspect, to making it. The Drama that unfolds, how they got to where they are in life, Rivalries. Both Nana and Kaikan Phrase do an excellent job unfolding a story, and have amazing music to match it.

nihonotaku says...

The overall feel of these two series is quite similar - young people who go through various things as they try to make it big in the music world and deal with relationships. If you like rock music and series that focus on friendship and relationships, you'll like both (although Nana s a decidedly more girly series).

snivets says...

If you like a good story about a small band trying to make it big and the human drama that results, both of these shows will give you a similar experience.

joykimlee says...

Both are subarashi josei romance drama with great music.  Classical for Nodame vs Rock for Nana.  Light hearted comedy for Nodame vs epical slice of life for Nana.  It's a tie for the best in music and romance genres.  Must watch for all females!

cygaretka says...

You will love these two series. They are not very similiar, there are diffrences in characters mentaly, the way that their are working to makes their dreams come true, even music is completly diffrent. Nodame Contabile is more pure, altought Nana shows relationships and live more directly. But both are the best series about music in anime history .

Galadriel says...

Nodame Cantabile and Nana have many things in common, both are josei type animes, both feature music as a main genre (classical for Nodame, rock/punk for Nana) and both feature a nice romance aspect (romantic comedy for Nodame, dramatic slice of life for Nana), i recommend this one especialy for females and for those who seen one of them for sure they will enjoy the other one as well.

eaper says...

Each of these series are about the difficulties of the music world, have plenty of laughs, and the main a character that is similar in how absurd they are (Nodame and Hatchi). If you enjoyed one of these shows, you'll like the other.

RedCrossRobbery says...

Of course the series feel similar, having to deal with music, but moreso the feeling of similarity I get is from the way the music progresses the storylines. In both shows, they really put their souls into their music, and through this, they learn about themselves (whether that is a good or a bad thing).

Lel0uchViBritannia says...

both are great animes in which main character is trying her best to acheive her passion along side with love,romance and friendship valuesIf you like one you will for sure like other 

InnocentSmile says...

Great characters, fun to watch and entertaining. Nana is little darker compared to Golden time.

x0xJessChux0x says...

Both are awesome and contain complicated relationships.

Golden Time also has many references to Nana throughout the anime.

Karasune says...

Nana and Golden Time go through the difficult and complex times of relationships, both friendly and romantic. Nana is a bit more mature and realistic, but they're emotional rollercoasters with all the drama going on. Trust and betrayal, love and friendship, happy times and sad times, both Nana and Golden Time have that going on and will leave you wondering what could possibly happen next. 

SamIchi says...

Both are very similar Nana appears in the anime a few times. Nana is darker since it's a little more realistic but both are very entertaining, watch both~!

kuhakuyo says...

Epic...Golden Time is the best anime.

Nana is good, because the Nana character in Golden Time, represents the Nana (dark) in Nana :).