Saiyuki - Recommendations

Nanashi says...

Inu-Yasha and the three of the main characters of Saiyuki share a common trait, they are both demons. Both shows focus heavily on questing and demon hunting with many comedic interludes. An interesting comparison between the two shows would be the differences between the two monk characters, one is a badass who keeps to himself, while one is a lecherous creep.

AnimeKitty888 says...

they both have demons (and half demons ^_^) and ofcorse humins they both are - action, adventure, comedy etc... they are bothe verry good & if you like one you will most likely like the other

LovelyWickedDescet says...

Both tell an epic journey to stop an evil demon (Naraku-halfdemon) from taking over the world. Along the way collecting items (Inuyasha-sacred jewel shards Saiyuki-holy scriptures) so that they can't be used for the other's dark purposes. Each containing humor and side journeys of some of the characters.

holyzac says...

Banishing evil spirits your favourite kind of anime? Than you should watch Tactics & Saiyuki. Both animes have some cool fighting scenes along with exorcising of evil spirits which will leave you breathless at the end of every episode craving for more.

AngelChan says...

Femal fans of Saiyuki will love Tactics, plenty of pretty boys to oggle over and lots of fighting evil spirits. Both provide these in spades.

Emonquente says...

Saiyuki and Tactics both have a fairly good, if somewhat meaningless story, and are both of good length. Tactics is a bit less guilty of the story culminating in a manner that makes one wonder if the story really needed to exist at all, and as an added bonus you won't feel the urge to kill the writers when it ends . . . because it doesn't have a sequel that is absolute garbage.

I can't really say I'm overly fond of the ED on either, but you get used to it after a few episodes in both cases -- and the mystery/boy-love theme is prevalent in both, without ever providing a decent fan-service moment in either (so people tested by the boy love in one won't be further tested by the second).

Over-all Tactics, I think, was slightly better, but both are very good.

Imsorrykun says...

these animes fallow the similar friend friend almost gay plot, with lost of fighting action.

argona says...

once again friends are working together to get through hardships and troubles,creating many funny scenes with the difference in their personalities.all hiding tragedic memories in their heart and dictancing themselves from others.but slowly they begin to open their hearts ,overcome their past and find a new life and new family.

Masakari says...

Both shows feature a lot of action and a strong central plot that is advanced by a succession of shorter plots (although Saiyuki is more 'episodic' than ZOE is), but both also gain a lot from a cast of characters with great personal dynamics. Both feature a group of people traveling together on a grand quest while trying to iron out personal differences, and both feature a 'family' dynamic, with a strong central 'parent' figure, an innocent (but incredibly powerful) child figure and two 'sibling' figures that serve as a middle ground.

Laone says...

Though ZOE and Saiyuki differ in storyline and genre (historical fantasy vs sci fi mecha), both shows have a collage of characters that are easy to connect with even on the most basic level. Both shows are vaguely episodic quest-like traveling yet have an ultimate goal that the viewer is reminded of each episode. Animation style, character design and color schemes are silimar though the shows have different settings and themes. A primary character of each show exhibits the duality of childish innocence masking greater abilities and power while having a figure of authority they respect and admire. Both ZOE and Saiyuki feature characters that have interesting bantering, arguing, fussing and fighting relationships while their core is obviously and in the end, most importantly, family. The viewer has a wide selection of characters to identify with and a perk is that the "villains" are somewhat likable and add to the dynamic of the show in ways other than being overtly evil. Varieties of villains also have their own stories that explain their motivation.

tfv says...

Both Saiyuki and Samurai Champloo are quest stories - a group of people with unusual abilities go on a journey to find something important. Both have enough butt-kicking to please action fans, and enough character and drama to please plot fans. Most of all, the series are similar in tone - both use anachronism and humor to carry a more serious plot, and both have moments of significant drama and emotional tension as well as moments that are flat-out funny. In addition, Mugen and Son Goku are similar, and Jin has elements of both Sanzo and Hakkai, so those who like the characters of either of these series have a good chance of liking people in both.

argona says...

in both animes friends with different and sometimes opposite personalities are gathered to journey through many different lands facing wierd,painful,funny and all kind of events .they may have oppiste personaities but for the exact same reason they make a great team and slowly they turn into a family.

SlinkyABC says...

Both Saiyuki and Slayers are similar in both atmosphere and execution, yet are quite different in story. Each of the series takes place in a different time than our own, though Slayers is more of fantasy whereas Saiyuki is rather supposed to be ancient, yet the same world. That being said, both series contain a lot of comedy (Slayers having more, however) and have engaging stories that are reminiscent of each other in their own ways. Keep in mind, however, that Saiyuki is deeper and less lighthearted than Slayers is.

If you like the comedy of one of these series, you might like the other; just remember that Saiyuki isn't strictly a comedy as Slayers appears to be. Also, if you like the "team of good vs. powers that be" scenario in one, you'll find much of the same in the other.

games4yosoul says...

Both Series have magic and sword fights and epic adventures that spawn several seasons. If you like magic and adventure then you will like both Slayers and Saiyuki. Both series also have comedy has their main fall back. I also found that both series get much better in their next seasons.

tetra says...

Ok, these two anime have nothing in common except one thing: they are both made by the mangaka Kazuya Minekura. So if you like his style in animation and characters you might want to watch both Saiyuki and Araiso.

Eindbaas says...

While I agree with tetra's recommendation, there is more to it for me. The whole structure of the series are very much in common. The major difference is the setting they take place in.

The characters got a lot in common, the animation style matches, just as a lot of character traits. Both series have the same kind of feel/atmosphere.

rinnei says...

Both Saiyuki and Bleach are good to watch if you're into action and adventure anime. The fighting scenes of both anime are so great. Both anime also contain funny scenes that can make you laugh even if watched many times.

FallenAngelSorrows says...

Both Saiyuki and Bleach are spirtual in nature, as well as in comedy, action and adventure. Each focuses on certain things like from their pasts, wanting to become stronger, or the critical problem at hand. Each also has a funny scene that no matter how many times or memorized you'll still laugh. Also there characters has great emotional past that you just can't help but watch.

NinjaPirate101 says...

If you liked Saiyuki or if you liked HunterxHunter, you would like the other. At first this would not be an obvious choice for one another. They both follow a group of guys on there jorney. Both of them have 50+ episodes. There are also many fight scenes with even some humor packed into both. So if you liked one, you should try the other, it is worth the time watching!

marria says...

The characters go together goku to gon the innocent child, sanzo to killua the dark killer, gojyo to leorio the womenizer, and hakkai to kurapika the "mother" of the group plus want revenge. The character trails are a little switched but the trails are all still within both groups if you look. 

Nanashi says...

The medieval feel of Rurouni Kenshin and Gensou Maden Saiyuki is quite similar and fans of the genre would do well to watch both. Whereas Kenshin deals with more or less realistic types of characters--a dojo school teacher, a fighter for hire, and a masterless samurai, Saiyuki deals with more supernatural character archtypes--demons, half-demons, shape shifting dragons, ect.