Tomo-chan is a Girl! is a recently released anime that, while not bringing anything groundbreaking, proves to be incredibly enjoyable due to its solid blend of comedy and romance.
And despite not currently enjoying widespread popularity, we are confident that it will carve out its own slice of fans in due time.
With this in mind, we’ve curated a list of the best anime like Tomo-chan is a Girl! for both current fans and those yet to discover its charm.
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10. Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro
If you enjoyed the dynamic between the main characters in Tomo-chan is a Girl! where the girl playfully teases the boy, then Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro is an absolute must-watch.
Nagatoro is a first-year high school student who enjoys bullying her newly met senpai, Naoto, who puts up with her because he is secretly in love with her.
How will their relationship evolve, and how long will it take them to realize that they are in love with each other?
Without a doubt, if you appreciated Tomo-chan is a Girl! for its vibrant blend of genres and tropes, then Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro will undoubtedly captivate you just as much.
9. Ouran High School Host Club
C’mon, these two anime are basically identical. Both are high school romance series with comedy, featuring a female protagonist who is initially mistaken for a male.
The story revolves around Haruhi Fujioka, a determined girl who manages to enroll in Ouran Academy, one of the most prestigious schools in Japan.
One day, while searching for a quiet place, Haruhi stumbles upon what appears to be an empty room but turns out to be the headquarters of the renowned Host Club.
But when Haruhi accidentally breaks a valuable vase, to repay her debt, she is forced to work as an employee at the Host Club while disguising herself as a boy.
The only difference? Ouran High School Host Club is a reverse harem, while Tomo-chan is a Girl! is a traditional romance, and this is the only thing that doesn’t make them totally identical.
8. Special A (S.A)
Special A (S.A) is a funny romance anime that falls in the trope of a romantic series centered on the relationship between two lead characters and their love entanglements, just like Tomo-chan is a Girl!.
Hanazono Hikari and Kei Takishima have been fierce rivals in sports since their childhood. But their dynamic takes a turn when they become classmates in high school.
Yes, they will do the impossible and ignore every law of physics, that’s why this show is so funny. But how will their relationship move forward?
The story and the style aren’t original either but you know, sometimes it’s nice to watch something for fun alone.
This anime choice to watch after Tomo-chan is a Girl!, and we’re confident it won’t disappoint, kudos on that.
7. Maid-sama!
If you found yourself caught up in the constant love tension of Tomo-chan is a Girl! and couldn’t help but constantly exclaim Oh my God, stop teasing and kiss already? Then you’re in for a treat with Maid-Sama.
Misaki Ayuzawa is the first female president of her school, responsible for protecting girls from the clutches of boys.
But she hides a secret: she works at a maid café in her spare time. And when Takumi Usai, a boy from her school with an overbearing temper, discovers her secret, their relationship takes an unexpected turn.
Beyond the aforementioned similarities, Tomo-chan is a Girl! and Maid-Sama! also share a comparable pacing and a common school setting, making it a truly perfect match.
6. Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun
Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun and Tomo-chan is a Girl! are both high school romance anime with a lot of comedy that will keep you in anticipation making you wish for the main characters to get together as soon as possible.
Sakura is secretly in love with her classmate Nozaki, and one day she finally decides to come forward and confess her love.
What she doesn’t know is that the boy is a famous mangaka, and she mistakes the girl’s confession for a letter from a fan. He will then decide to hire her as his assistant, resulting in many comical and absurd situations.
Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun introduces the theme of making manga within its story, adding a touch of innovation that sets its plot apart from Tomo-chan is a Girl!, and this element only provides an excellent breath of fresh air.
5. Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie
Did you enjoy the focus on the two main characters and their love entanglements of Tomo-chan is a Girl!? If so, we present to you Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie, another recent romance anime with a lot of potential.
Shikimori seems like the perfect girl: she’s pretty, fun to be with, and sweet. Nevertheless, she has a cold dark side that emerges when necessary.
And her boyfriend, Izumi, loves to be around her when it happens, to calm her down and enjoy the moment as well.
That’s right, in Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie the couple is already formed, completely bypassing the phase where the two fall in love.
But that’s precisely why we want to include it in this list, for those seeking a series with similarities but also differences to add a bit of variety to the mix.
4. Kaguya-sama: Love is War
Kaguya-sama is an absolute essential on any romance list for one simple reason: it stands as one of the best romantic anime in recent years.
Miyuki Shirogane and Kaguya Shinomiya are the most popular students at Shuichin Academy, as well as its president and vice president.
They’re both in love with each other, but their stubborn and proud personalities prevent them from confessing, seeing it as a sign of defeat.
Because love is war, and so begins their psychological game!
Kaguya-sama is an incredible romcom and arguably one of the best amalgamations of romance, comedy, and a school setting in recent years, if not ever.
There’s absolutely no reason to overlook it, especially if you’re a fan of Tomo-chan is a Girl!.
3. HoriMiya
HoriMiya stands out as one of the best romance anime revolving around the love relationship between its two main characters released in recent years, so its inclusion was undoubtedly a must.
At first glance, Hori appears to be a typical sociable teenager, but in reality, she’s a studious girl who prioritizes her studies and family, leaving little time for a social life.
On the other hand, Miyamura seems to be a serious and reserved boy at school, but outside of it, he reveals his sociable side adorned with numerous piercings.
When these contrasting personalities collide, what will unfold? As the saying goes, opposites attract.
HoriMiya, with its similar structure to Tomo-chan is a Girl!, is a perfect watch for fans of the latter, but let us emphasize one thing: it’s a great romance series overall, deserving a spot on your watchlist regardless.
2. Toradora!
Toradora! is a perfect follow-up to Tomo-chan is a Girl!, not only due to their similarities but also because it stands as another essential romance anime that should not be missing from your collection.
The story revolves around Ryuji Takasu and Taiga Aisaka, two high school students who possess contrasting personalities but find themselves forming an unlikely alliance to navigate their respective romantic endeavors.
But as their time together unfolds, who knows if unexpected emotions may blossom between them.
Toradora! is undeniably one of the most iconic romance series in the trope where two individuals love each other but conceal their feelings until the end.
And also with a shared school setting reminiscent of Tomo-chan is a Girl!, there’s simply no way you can pass up on watching it.
1. Romantic Killer
Romantic Killer shares many similarities with Tomo-chan is a Girl!. Both are excellent recent romantic anime with a great dose of comedy and a key feature of a tomboyish female protagonist.
Anzu seems to have the life we all dream of: she is popular in school, and back home she relaxes by playing video games while petting her cat.
So what happens when a strange magical creature that looks like a potato in a witch’s hat transports her to an alternate world where she finds herself surrounded by beautiful boys?
Yes, she is entangled into love stories without her remotely wanting to and she just wants to get back to her old life.
Romantic Killer evidently boasts a more absurd plot compared to Tomo-chan is a Girl!, which tends to keep its narrative more grounded, but we have no doubt that you’ll find it to be a super captivating and enjoyable watch.
