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Originally Posted by G. Zeus

There was a similar request at MAL's ARIA Fanclub.

EDIT:

Spoiler:

First and foremost:
Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou (manga) (OAV 1) (OAV 2)
- described by some fans as ARIA's "elder sister". I suggest that you read the manga first.
Favorite manga of all time. Though I wouldn't give it a 11/10 since I don't believe in "more perfect" as does founders of my nation. OAV's felt a bit disjointed and hence I felt weren't up to par for such great manga. Maybe it's just about expectations.

Kamichu! (manga) (anime) (DVD specials)
- similar to ARIA: clean, light, and easygoing SOL with fantasy elements
Absolutely adored this anime. It was seriously overlooked by fansub groups. Shame.

Haibane Renmei (anime)
- gets pretty dramatic towards the end
I liked this series also. Though unlike some, it really didn't resonate with me. Maybe could have used a smidgeon more humor, even somber.

Azumanga Daioh (manga) (anime)
- already considered by many as a classic
Agreed. A classic.

Shirley (manga)
- about a 13-year-old moe maid in Victorian England
I enjoyed this much more than the other series Emma. Too bad there is just so little of it.

What a Wonderful World (manga)
- a collection of short stories
Haven't seen this. Sounds pretty nice.

Hidamari Sketch (manga) (anime) (DVD specials) (upcoming sequel)
- along the same vein as Azumanga Daioh and Ichigo Mashimaro
Though I enjoyed this series, I didn't connect with characters of this series like I did with Aria, Ichigo Mashimaro, Azu etc. Same applies to Sketchbook. Something missing in the characters of these series for me.


Yotsuba&! (Manga)
- From the creators of Azumanga, with a greater slice of life twist to it.
Read it religiously. One of the few mangas to fill some of the void after the end of YKK.

Bartender (anime) (manga)
- A true slice of life with a collection of reactions given to people by the actions of a bartender
Haven't seen this. I'll queue this up next.

Kino no Tabi (anime) (manga)
- A slice of life with a rather dark feeling to it
Liked it. Not much more than that.

Denno Coil
THE anti-Unchi

Lucky Star
I liked it. But didn't enjoy it as much as the fans here. Maybe I'm just not hip to the scene.

Binbou Shimai Monogatari
Another gem missed by many.

Mokke
Currently watching.

Minami-Ke
Watched the first set. Then a strange Deja-vu series began.

Sketchbook
Ichigo Mashimaro
Commented on above.

There is one not on this list that I recommend often: Potemayo.

Thanks for the suggestions.