Odd Taxi is an amazing mystery anime that many people missed or simply hadn't heard of. Written by Kazuya Konomoto, Odd Taxi introduces its stellar roster of characters in several different scenarios and locations. Using meticulous storytelling and plot-weaving skills, each character becomes intertwined with another in various and meaningful ways.
Odd Taxi's Tokyo is populated with anthropomorphic animals, but this doesn't define their characters and isn't really addressed until a major twist and reveal later in the series. Odd Taxi tells a compelling story with tension, emotion, and even plenty of humor. While there are no anime that follow the exact same formula, there are still plenty of options to explore for fans of Odd Taxi.
10 Baccano! Is A Mystery Masterclass
Baccano! is one of many great anime that share Odd Taxi's knack for presenting an array of intriguing and seemingly unconnected characters and events before weaving them together in a seamless manner. Both are compelling mystery shows that present small details and breadcrumbs before the big reveals and solutions down the line.
Baccano! has the added appeal of the supernatural, but both can certainly still be regarded as being in a similar ballpark. Both series were widely well-received by audiences.
9 Eden Of The East's Takizawa Is Comparable To Odd Taxi's Odokawa
While Eden of the East shares Odd Taxi's compelling entwining of characters and storylines, it is the comparison between the mystery surrounding Akira Takizawa's amnesia and Odokawa's illness that are perhaps the most intriguing concepts of all.
Both characters have prior knowledge that could immediately solve various mysteries and ambiguous plot points, but each character has suffered their own individual forms of trauma that hide this information until later. This gives both anime the perfect foundation to build up compelling mysteries, which they certainly do.
8 Aggretsuko Is Certainly A Change Of Pace From the Tension Of Odd Taxi
Aggretsuko is another anime that places anthropomorphic characters in a modern-day environment, comparable to Odd Taxi. While Aggretsuko focuses more on comedy alongside serious moments, Odd Taxi is largely the opposite, with tension building in a serious plot laced with humor.
Aggretsuko also places its characters in relatable scenarios that raise real-world issues that viewers can sympathize with. Both are certainly very different stylistically, but there's still plenty to enjoy and compare between both anime.
7 Steins;Gate Is A Must-Watch For Lovers Of Mystery & Psychological Thrillers
Steins;Gate is often considered to be one of the greatest and most popular anime series of all time. While its flirtations with time travel put it firmly into the sci-fi and psychological thriller categories, the way Steins;Gate throws around its plot twists and reveals can certainly liken it to Odd Taxi.
While both shows have their main character of focus, the supporting cast is still elevated to a level that allows the audience to connect with and care about what happens to them in the end. Odd Taxi will likely never reach the heights of Steins;Gate in terms of popularity, but they can still be considered masterpieces.
6 Beastars Draws More Focus To The Animal Instincts Of Its Characters Than Odd Taxi Does
Beastars is one series that comes to mind when thinking about alternatives to Odd Taxi, purely because they're both primarily inhabited by anthropomorphic animals. However, Beastars brings more focus and attention to animal instincts and the food chain, with there being a significant cultural divide between herbivores and carnivores.
Like Odd Taxi, Beastars stems from a single murder, which in turn sparks tensions and conflicts for the entire show. It may not have the same subtle threading of details that Odd Taxi has, but it is another stellar anime that's definitely worth watching.
5 Death Parade & Odd Taxi Both Pride Themselves On Their Character Building
While they may not seem particularly similar at first glance, Death Parade and Odd Taxi both thrive on their character building, albeit in very different circumstances. Death Parade sees characters judged after they die, with their lives and accomplishments ultimately influencing whether they are sent for banishment or reincarnation.
Odd Taxi also showcases its characters and breaks down how they found their way into certain situations, allowing the viewers to pass their own judgment. Death Parade, however, passes judgment in the anime itself. Both are incredibly smart and intriguing stories that deserve to be talked about.
4 Durarara!! Serves Its Mystery With A Whole Load Of Supernatural Intrigue
While Durarara!! has supernatural and fantastical elements that Odd Taxi lacks, both are comparable in their ability to build up mystery, with different episodes often shifting focus to give fresh perspectives from different characters.
Both anime expertly link characters together while keeping a captivating base layer of tension that runs consistently throughout. Durarara!! and Odd Taxi need to be given time beyond their first episodes to allow the stories to thread together and make sense.
3 Satoshi Kon's Paranoia Agent Was One Of Odd Taxi's Main Inspirations
Paranoia Agent is a mystery and psychological thriller anime created by Satoshi Kon that Odd Taxi director Baku Kinoshita has named as one of Odd Taxi's primary influences and inspirations. Paranoia Agent also starts with an attack that prompts an investigation, while introducing an array of seemingly unconnected characters.
Just likeOdd Taxi, the episodes gradually introduce new and fresh perspectives on events, as the characters are gradually linked together with satisfying execution. Neither anime is especially predictable and they both thrive on their ability to toy with the viewer's emotions and perceptions.
2 Mushishi Is Thought-Provoking & Captivating
While neither Mushishi nor Odd taxi are especially similar in terms of narrative or genre, they still share similarities that can place them in a similar category. Both anime excel with small details that beg re-watching to reveal subtle and easily-missed clues, making them both compelling masterpieces,
They're both thought-provoking anime that dive deeply into their characters, which in turn allows more of a connection to the audience. Mushishi leans more towards supernatural and adventure anime, but the comparisons are still applicable.
1 Death Note Is A Classic Anime Full Of Dramatic Twists & Turns
Death Note is still regarded as one of the most popular and highly revered anime ever, and with good reason. As far as mystery, supernatural, and psychological thriller shows go, there are few that can rival Death Note for its story-telling and incredible build-up of tension.
While difficult to compare to Odd Taxi in terms of plot and general concepts, both can be considered among the greatest in terms of threading pieces of plot together and introducing shocking plot twists and curveballs, all while maintaining an addicting level of tension through its cliffhangers.