10 More Cozy Shows That’ll Ease Your Mind!
Stardust Telepath gave fans a heartwarming and fun-filled adventure series to watch during the Fall of 2023. Despite Umika’s anxious behavior and sense of uncertainty, she manages to befriend others and pursue activities she never thought possible. It’s this anime’s warm atmosphere and handling of beautiful ideas like friendship, that made it a delightful anime to sit through.
On that note, you may be wondering if there are TV shows/anime that capture Stardust Telepath’s energy and spirit. Fortunately for you all, we’ve discovered 10 alternate programs that’ll give you a similar experience as Stardust Telepath.
Additionally, for each anime we’ve reviewed, like Stardust Telepath, we’ve included a link that allows you to view our full thoughts about those series to see if they’re worth your time.
So without further ado, we present 10 TV shows/anime that should whet your appetite when you’ve finished streaming Stardust Telepath!
Bocchi The Rock
Similarities – Characters, Slice of Life, Themes
When it comes to modern hits that delve into ideas like companionship, pursuing your dreams, and overcoming anxiety well, Bocchi The Rock is one of the best. Like Umika, Hitori is someone who has trouble interacting with people and tackling life head-on because of inner fears and worries. Yet much like our rocket-building female lead, Hitori grows due to others’ supportive efforts.
From encouraging remarks to trivial obstacles, Hitori indulges in enough meaningful activities that will escalate her growth as a female musician, student, and person in general. With doses of colorful humor and creative liberty, Bocchi The Rock provides Stardust Telepath fans with a moe-themed anime that’ll “rock” their world.
You can read our thoughts on Bocchi The Rock in our full-season review here!
New Game!
Similarities – Slice of Life, Characters, Comedy
There’s no denying video games’ impact on people’s lives. While some love playing games for entertainment purposes, others love dissecting them for personal reasons. Occasionally, you’ll end up with someone like New Game’s Aoba, a girl who decides to base her life on creating games for others to enjoy.
As with Stardust Telepath, New Game explores its female protagonist and her friend group’s daily happenings. Instead of working on an aircraft that’ll lead them to an undiscovered planet, Aoba and her co-workers want to finish a sequel to one of their company’s most beloved video game franchises called “Fairies Story.”
Like Stardust Telepath’s exceptional exploration of the rocket-building and flying phenomenon, New Game grants audiences a cutesy yet informative portrayal of the gaming industry’s marketing and designing developments. From creating fliers to asking her co-workers for feedback on her work, Aoba has her work cut out for her in New Game.
Yuri Yuri
Similarities – Characters & Comedy
If rock bands and video games aren’t your fancy, then Yuri Yuri’s humorous world might be up your alley. This anime delves into the lives of Akari and her friends as they indulge in everyday activities similar to our girls in Stardust Telepath. Yet, unlike our girls in Stardust Telepath, Akari and her friends don’t necessarily stick to activities according to their club’s theme.
Instead, they like to indulge in random activities, no different from the ones adolescents and teenagers partake in. Whether it’s playing video games or visiting local diners to gossip about others, you’ll enjoy seeing our girls interact in this grounded world. If you’re someone who’s looking for an anime with a basic premise and few laughable scenarios, watch Yuri Yuri.
Yuyushiki
Similarities – Characters, Comedy, Setting
High school settings, comedy, and adorable-looking characters will be a consistent theme on our list, so you should buckle up and enjoy the ride. In all seriousness, Yuyushiki is one of those “cute girls doing cute things” anime that sticks to its guns, offering less drama and more relatable and comedic scenarios involving its enjoyable female cast.
Similar to Stardust Telepath, Yuyushiki has its cast partaking in realistic events, activities, and discussions. Where Stardust Telepath adds a few sci-fi elements to stand out, Yuyushiki relies on its characters’ weird habits and actions to carry viewers to its finale. That’s not to say Yuyushiki is a bland anime, it’s just one that chooses to follow the formula of its predecessors and does so exceptionally.
A Place Further Than The Universe
Similarities – Characters & Themes
We’ve explored friend groups who’ve dabbled in music, video games, and ordinary dribble, so how about a group who ventures off on a meaningful Arctic-themed expedition? A Place Further Than The Universe is a series that’ll move you through its emotional dialogue, relatable characters, and impactful scenarios involving Mari and her comrades.
While Mari doesn’t receive as much depth as her cohorts, she’s as supportive and kind-hearted as Yu was in Stardust Telepath. Additionally, her companions are multifaceted and suffer from dreadful internal issues many viewers can connect with from lacking friends to overcoming family tragedies. It’s an anime that’ll make you laugh, cry, and smile, and one that’ll leave a lasting footmark.
Hitoribocchi no Marumaruseikatsu
Similarities – Characters, Comedy, Themes
Social Anxiety can be a pain to deal with. It’s a lingering feeling that prevents folks from accomplishing mundane and important tasks. Umika and Bocchi from Hitoribocchi no Marumaruseikatsu are girls who have a tough time holding simple discussions with others because of the fear instilled within their core.
Thankfully, through meaningful advice, emotional circumstances, and supportive individuals, our girls attain genuine outcomes for themselves by their season’s end. Having said that, these anime tackle friendship in very genuine and occasionally humorous ways. From snippets of gossip to modern activities, you’ll love seeing Umika and Bocchi break free from their anxious shells.
For those looking for another anime with a female protagonist they can empathize with, watch Hitoribocchi no Marumaruseikatsu.
Do It Yourself!!
Similarities – Themes & Slice of Life
As heartbreaking as it is to admit, bonds don’t last forever. Whether it’s over a minor argument or due to unforeseeable circumstances, many connections have their time limit. Fortunately, some can be fixed if one’s willing to put in the effort. While Serufu’s issue with her friend isn’t too dramatic, she, like Umika, uses her hobby to develop closer relations with her former friend and others.
Additionally, both anime center around their protagonists participating in events that lean toward their cherished activity. Where Umika, Yu, and the others take part in rocket-building competitions, Serufu and her friends dabble in matters related to the world of craftsmanship.
As such, viewers can expect similar disagreements, hilarious banter, and heartfelt conversations to ensue between both friend groups. Next to cozy visuals that are in line with other “moe” anime, Do It Yourself is a nice alternative anime and one that may entice you to fix a former relationship you had with someone.
Akebi’s Sailor Uniform
Similarities – Slice of Life & Characters
Every school has that popular child who stands out from the rest. It could be due to a variety of reasons from wealth to the way they present themselves. For Akebi’s Sailor Uniform’s Akebi, it’s her optimism and pursuit of friendship that helps her earn that rank. While she’s nowhere near as anxious as Umika, she has some similarities with her, especially her friend Yu.
Based on the brief intel we’ve shared, viewers can compare Yu’s questionable alien status and powers (to a degree) with Akebi’s popularity. Additionally, Akebi’s fixation on her Sailor Uniform bears resemblance to Umika and her friends’ passion for rocket-building. Akebi and Umika seek companionship and accomplish their missions in slightly comparable ways.
Both anime have their protagonists develop bonds through compelling events. Whether it’s attending festivals or visiting stores for specific reasons, viewers will cherish these anime’s grounded scenarios. Therefore, if you’re after an anime with an enthusiastic protagonist who gets into a bunch of relatable mischief with her classmates, check this out.
Comic Girls
Similarities – Themes, Slice-of-Life, Comedy
At some point, someone likely came up to you and asked “What do you want to be when you grow up?” For some, they’d give their answer and walk away from the conversation and career. Others will opt for the same solution, yet, unlike most individuals, they’ll stand by that career choice and pursue the steps necessary to turn that dream into a reality.
This idea of pursuing your goals and meeting people who’ll help you achieve that feat is an idea rooted in Stardust Telepath and Comic Girls’s storytelling. While Comic Girls gives fans a bit more variety, due to its female cast having different tastes in the dream they’re chasing, both anime tackle this dream-seeking concept exceptionally.
They do so by placing their female cast in emotionally charged and easygoing matters that’ll aid them in their understanding of their particular fields and their human development. Add in a sprinkle of humor and adorable visuals, and you have yourself a fantastic narrative about a female and her friends’ journey to becoming thriving manga artists.
Laid-Back Camp
Similarities – Characters, Slice-of-Life, Tone
As some may say, the best outings in life are the ones you have with your significant other. Whether it be an old friend or a close relative, getting to experience life’s beauty with someone near and dear to you is always a great thing. This feeling of warmth and generosity is felt throughout Laid-Back Camp and Stardust Telepath.
While the former’s cast tackles camping and the latter’s group rocket-building, both anime will remind you why it’s significant to set time aside for yourself and your companions. Through their shared variety of outdoor happenings, verbal exchanges, and private developments, you’ll find it difficult to divert your attention away from these anime’s comfortable segments.
For those who cherish programs with straightforward plots, enjoyable casts, and heartfelt and authentic endeavors, Laid-Back Camp is the one for you.
So there we have it, our 10 anime/TV show alternatives to watch when you’ve caught up with Stardust Telepath!
What do you think of our picks? Do you agree? Are there any notable omissions? Let us know in the comments below!