Paradise Kiss - Recommendations

yukichii says...

Both series are from Ai Yazawa-sama. They 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.

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.

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.

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.

Maxsly87 says...

I cried after nana ended. It broke my heart, I felt like i was living in the anime. It was so real and heart breaking...

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

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  

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

buu says...

Both these shows share the same college student themes, and their stories are based relationships. They both give off the same mature vibe about overcomiing different adversities, but honey and clover is a lot of more hilarious. If you like these themes and love to laugh, then I recommend H & C.

SirNiXXon says...

Both series have an artsy and cool feel: in Paradise Kiss that's due the fashion background and avant-guard attitude; in Honey & Clover it's the arts college, the design offices environment. Leaving the parents home to live alone, trying to discover your own talent and what you want from life, learning what personal independence means and how do deal with your own feelings, how to deal with love. It's no wonder both shows are from Fuji Television's late-night anime time slot "Noitamina", with Paradise Kiss airing right after Honey & Clover's ending, trying to please the same public.

vivafruit says...

Many people (including myself) cringe at the term "coming-of-age," but that's really what Honey and Clover and Parakiss are all about. In the beginning, our protagonists drift without purpose, lost in a world that they care little about. The payoff, then, is watching them gradually strengthen and grow as they search for inner meaning. Parakiss plays like a cooler, smoother Honey and Clover; although ParaKiss's story isn't nearly as fulfilling or heart-wrenching as H+C. Fans of one should almost certainly like the other.

yukichii says...

Being young and art-savvy; these young art students have it all. Both Paradise Kiss and Honey and Clover are centered around an art school and the students' lives; they are evolving as we are watching. Both series have good animations and deep, realistic characters. If you liked one, I'm sure you'll like the other.

ZenithAstrali says...

In terms of situations and characters, along with the choices they must make, Honey and Clover and Paradise Kiss are similar. The characters find themselves facing adulthood, so it might be said they are about "coming of age", and all the while they are surrounded by a world of art. In any case, if you liked the story of one, you will surely like the other.

Ran says...

Both Paradise Kiss and Honey and Clover focus on the teenagers and young adults questionnings about their future, the choices they should make and what they can do with the independence they get when aging. A part of romance adds another perspective to those thoughts and creates an intricate and complex situation that the main characters have to handle, making the viewer curious what decisions will be taken and if their choices will lead to a a happy life.

Cici says...

Both series revolve around the relationships between student in collage/art school. The imagery is perticularly beautiful in these two anime's. I think both give a good insight into Japanese customs and the traditional values in modern Japan.

NimirRa says...

H&C and ParaKiss are two coming-of-age stories told in a mature and realistic way. They feature romance, comedy, and themes of moving on and growing up. I think if you liked one of these shows it would be unlikely you would be uninterested in the other.

Galadriel says...

Though different artwise, both H&C and ParaKiss are very similar in terms of characters and story. While one focuses on the fashion world, the other focuses on arts such as painting or sculpting. The main protagonists in both shows are at the beginning confused about the path they want to follow and strieve hard to find a goal and then follow it so that they can fit in the society. Dramatic at times but also filled with humor, both shows are a feast for any josei fan. I recommend them!

HusbandoRicardo says...

It has the same setting especially in college levels and in terms of romance it does make you realize something so both are amazing in giving life lessons.

heykay15 says...

Both have a main character that is starting to find themselves in a new light and are mentored by a male figure in that respect.  There is a good balance of comedy and seriousness in both series.  There is also a supporting cast in both which enlivens the main story.  Thought provoking and extremely relatable.

theAlien says...

They both feature main characters who are coming out of her shell and they are both very relatable. Their self discoveries are both pushed on by eccentric and fashionable people (or a person in Kuragehime). They both also have a fun supporting cast of characters. Paradise Kiss is more mature and serious. While Kuragehime has a more comedic and energetic mood.

vampireprincess says...

Kuragehime and Paradise Kiss embody a cultural obsession with the fashion industry. Both anime's explore the how a change in wardrobe can spark a true coming out of one's shell and a true coming of age. While Paradise Kiss plays more to it's dramatic and romantic story, both animes employ over-the-top characters to create light-hearted comedy.

Starletka says...

Both series mainly deal with self discovery through fashion. While the animation is similar and there is a crossdressing character in both animes, Paradise Kiss involves more romance and Kuragehime is more comedic.

Sianeka says...

If you have seen and enjoyed either Kuragehime or Paradise Kiss, you may strike gold by checking out the other. Both anime feature Fashion and Style in a prominent role. Both anime have a female on a journey of self discovery, mentored by a member of the opposite sex. Both romantic comedies have an interesting and varied supporting cast that help enliven the main plotline and drive the story. While Paradise Kiss has more focus on the romances involved and Kuragehime instead focuses more on the comedic aspects, both evoke a similar atmosphere and feeling. If you liked either one of these, do yourself a favor and check out the other one.

Spyderwhisperer says...

Oh my god, really! If you enjoyed this anime you'll definitely enjoy watching Princess Jellyfish! They are just so similair in character, animation style, and plot!

elliottmarshal says...

Gender binaries are questioned and overthrown in both of these series, set in the complex world of fashion and design. Kuragehime draws more from humor while Paradise Kiss is the more serious of the two, but both are enlightening and entertaining. 

SavannahPanda3 says...

If you love fashion and/or a bit of crossdressing both of these anime's are just for you however Paradise Kiss is much more serious than Princess Jellyfish (Kuragehime). Both of these anime's leave you wanting more and leave you with a fresh since of style. 

KarmaKhameleon says...

if you love fashion, you will love both of these anime. They are both centered around a post high school female who is coming out of their shell and finding themselves through fashion. Paradise Kiss has a romantic and serious tone to it, while Princess Jellyfish is more comedic. Both are great coming of age stories that give realistic perspective of being a young adult female.

tac0 says...

Both Paradise Kiss and Beck follow an unlikely group on a long journey of love and accomplishment. Although the subject matter is very different it is easy to find similarities in the main characters; they are both new to the fields that lead them down their new paths and both needed that supplement to their lives, although neither realized it before they found it.

Prettykitty20034 says...

Both of these shows take a more mature look at the teen drama. In each the main character meets some new friends and discovers a new passion. In Beck it's music, while in ParaKiss, it's fashion. The plots aren't similar at all, it's the tone and the style that make these two shows seem alike.

Zuzane says...

Both series are about outsiders, feeling bitter about their grey and boring life, who suddenly find the passion, which becomes point of their life. They manage to get out from the sterotype layout of life (school->university->work), make friends with some crazy and great people (even find love among them...) and fight the world, that isn't interrested in their job, parents, whose plans about their children's future where different and their own fears and flaws.

ZenithAstrali says...

It's all about art, leaving daily preocupations aside and creating not  something satisfactory, but something great. Characters in both anime give their all to make a difference and stand out from the rest in the music industry in Beck and in the fashion industry in Paradise Kiss.

If you impressed by passion while watching one series and want more, the other is a perfect fit.

Omurqi says...

If a "growing-up" kind of story, where the ordinary main character gets thrown into an extravagant world is what you're looking for, then both Beck and ParaKiss will please you plenty. With great music in both, and a wide range of over-the-top, and YET believable characters, both shows give you a realistic look into the world of extravaganta from the eyes of a very regular teenager.

irenajk1 says...

Both Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge and Paradise Kiss deal with coming of age issues as an ordinary girl is swept away into a life of glamour. In addition, both series revolve around the beauty of an ordinary girl, and that which she must obtain through the guidance of extraordinary men.

LaughOnceInARedMoon says...

Both Paradise Kiss and Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge involve the need to turn an ordinary girl into something more glamorous such as a lady and a model. There is some drama in each of them, but there is more humor in Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge. Still I think that if you liked one you will enjoy the other.

wolfangel87 says...

Paradise Kiss and Yamato Nadeshiko Shichi Henge involve trying to turn girls into something else and shaping their lives in different ways.  Paradise Kiss revolves more about fashion and trying to turn the main girl into a model.  The series both involve high school students trying to find their way in the world living with real life issues.

anisor92 says...

Romeo x Juliet and Paradise Kiss are both love stories. The character designs are different, but they have in common the fact that they are both very beautiful and full of details.  They also have in common the idea of a love story that is not too sickly sweet or silly, and have girls who are very determined and not stupid due to their destiny or duty.  They also have sad endings.

Amekurukara says...

If you like ParaKiss you'll like Romeo x Juliet because both anime are largely romance and tragic stories with a strong heroine and handsome male lead. There is more action in Romeo x Juliet then ParaKiss for obvious reasons. but all-in-all if you've watched one its worth giving the other a try

Ran says...

Besides the similar animation, Peach Girl and Paradise Kiss also have main characters with similar personalities who hesitate between two boys; although that is more central in Peach Girl, and more of a side element in Paradise Kiss. Both of the girls will have to learn to make their own decisions.

wolfangel87 says...

In Peach Girl and Paradise Kiss both girls have to learn how to make their own decisions in what they want to do. There is also a love-triangle between guys although it is more apparent in Peach Girl.

Necropolisdemon says...

Chevalier and PK are painfully fashionable and stunning to watch; the costume designs are to die for and the stories of the anime are set in modern society. They are good for teens who are in that stage of life where they want to watch scenarios of people making life-changing decisions. These anime will leave an impression on teens due to their drama and mother-daughter situations that many can relate to. As far as career choices, it's all about being who you are.

wolfangel87 says...

Paradise Kiss and Le Chevalier D’Eon are both centered around the drama of the time with life changing choices and stunning fashion statements.

kamirura says...

Both series got the main theme of romance where the girl got a hard time picking the right boyfriend. Paradise kiss is ofc lot shorter and doesnt go into as much details but they both remind me of each other. The bad boy trying to catch a good girl. Im sure you'll like the other if you havent watched it.

snivets says...

Although they are intended for different demographics (shoujo for Boys over Flowers and josei for ParaKiss), these are a pair of good, dramatic romances. I think fans of one would enjoy the other.

dandere says...

Both anime are josei and slice of life. Both have the same kind of feeling to them. Both have a lot of romance between the characters.

snivets says...

I think both Paradise Kiss and Kids on the Slope appeal to an older audience. The romance and friendships are similar, and the atmosphere in both turns from innocent to bittersweet by the end.