Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable! – 01 (First Impressions) – A Warm Soul in a Cold Place
Shiki Tsubasa has just moved to Hokkaido from Tokyo, and is not used to the cold or wide open spaces. Then he encounters a gyaru standing at a bus stop in a short skirt, no gloves, or hat, looking a lot more comfortable than him in his full-length coat. Tsubasa is struck by the scene … Continue reading "Hokkaido Gals Are Super Adorable! – 01 (First Impressions) – A Warm Soul in a Cold Place"
A Sign of Affection – 01 (First Impressions) – Love Breaks the Sound Barrier
Itose Yuki is a first-year college student who happens to be hearing-impaired. When approached on the train by someone who appears to be a foreigner, she’s not sure how to talk to him, but she’s bailed out by a silver-haired fellow who seems to speak his language. She recognizes him as being in the same … Continue reading "A Sign of Affection – 01 (First Impressions) – Love Breaks the Sound Barrier"
The Dangers in My Heart – 13 (S2 01) – Best Condition
As the new term begins, Ichikawa immediately finds himself within the orbit of Yamada’s friends, including Chihiro, who heard that his arm was broken and wants to scribble on it. She calls him a “weirdo” for wearing the doggie keychain on his collar, but behind him Hara notices that the keychain matches one on Yamada’s … Continue reading "The Dangers in My Heart – 13 (S2 01) – Best Condition"
The Dangers in My Heart – 12.5 (Special) – The Little Things
This compilation of web shorts cleverly titled “Bonus Dangers” serves as an delightful sampler of amuse-bouches that delivers a rapid-fire assault of romantic adorableness. Ichikawa manages to finally say “Good Morning” to Yamada; we learn Yamada has AB blood while he and Kana have B; he has his mom buy him an oversized gym uniform … Continue reading "The Dangers in My Heart – 12.5 (Special) – The Little Things"
Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun 2nd Stage – 01 – In Search of Motivation Lost
After Tomozaki beats Hinami once again (and again) as nanashi in Tackfam, on the first day of the second term her “game of life” lessons continue. With the ultimate goal of being “as satisfied with offline life” as she is, she reminds him of his medium goal of having a girlfriend before year 3. His … Continue reading "Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun 2nd Stage – 01 – In Search of Motivation Lost"
Spy x Family – 37 (S2 Fin) – The Bestest Boy
After a completely unnecessary 1-minute recap of the premise of the show (who is tuning in on episode 37?), Spy x Family’s season 2 finale ends … with a low-key Bond episode. That’s to be expected; the Bestest Borfy Boy was stuck at home with Frankie while the rest of the Forgers were on the cruise. … Continue reading "Spy x Family – 37 (S2 Fin) – The Bestest Boy"
Hyakkano – 12 (Fin) – Nothing Like the Real Thing
Turns out Hahari did not invite Rentarou to her bedroom to “deflower” him, though the opening shots and sounds they make together certainly lend that impression. When the other girls enter, they find that she simply wanted to dress him up like a gyaru, which causes a “hurricane of hngh” in the others, who profess … Continue reading "Hyakkano – 12 (Fin) – Nothing Like the Real Thing"
Kimizero – 12 (Fin) – Their First Time*
* No, not that first time. Runa and Ryuuto are once again inseparable, with Runa loudly proclaiming her feelings for him to everyone around. Honestly, I wouldn’t be embarrassed. She speaks the truth! When talk turns to Christmas Eve, Ryuuto considers if Runa may actually want to have sex. But she has a new project in … Continue reading "Kimizero – 12 (Fin) – Their First Time*"
I’m in Love with the Villainess – 12 (Fin) – Tipping the Scales
Rae is certain that she’s lost Claire, and there’s nothing she can do to get her back. But then Manaria grabs her in the hall and asks why she’s giving up and running away so easily. Rae thinks that’s pretty rich coming from the girl who stole Claire from her, but in her thoughts she can’t … Continue reading "I’m in Love with the Villainess – 12 (Fin) – Tipping the Scales"
Hyakkano – 11 – Truth and Tummies
In what is perhaps a demonstration of how a full-on adult soulmate is able to function, Hahari actually tables her sudden confession and request to go out with Rentarou, and instead switches back to refusing to let a five-timer anywhere near Hakari. If he truly loves her, he’ll have to prove it with a state-of-the-art … Continue reading "Hyakkano – 11 – Truth and Tummies"