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Feb 7, 2010 1:23 AM
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I LOVE LOVE THIS. I WANT MORE!!! GYABO!!
p r o f i l e 👀
Feb 7, 2010 2:55 AM
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Finally it slowed down a little and Chiaki and Nodame got some time together again. Chiaki should get drunk more often :D I'd rather they focus on Tanya and Kuroki than Rui, but on the whole, get back to Chiaki and Nodameeeeee!

For some reason, I thought they'd be going to Vienna in the Finale? Is that only in the live-action series? Booooo ...
Feb 7, 2010 3:20 AM

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Pretty great so far, can't wait for episode 5
It doesn't think, it doesn't feel, it doesn't laugh or cry..... All it does from dusk till dawn is make the soldiers die.
Feb 7, 2010 4:39 AM

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Rima is voiced by Yui Makino? I thought at first that she's by the seiyuu of Amu and Saten.
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Even with the lack of Nodame and the abundance of Tanya and Kuroki--whom I didn't care much for their potential romance during the Paris-hen--this was hands-down the best episode of Finale so far.

There was not a single dull moment, with the Chiaki/Nodame interaction at the begining and the fertilization gags--Chiaki's reaction to those were quite priceless, Chiaki's misunderstanding and jealousy during Nodame's call with the butler, the awesome music pieces, the rivalry and how everyone got fired up while practicing and kuroki's reaction to the kiss at the end made me laugh out-loud.

I still miss the gang from Japan, though. I wonder how Ryotaro, Masumi and the others are doing. I hope they'll make some sort of an appearance at some point.
Feb 7, 2010 9:10 AM

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Wow, what is with the flying speed in this episode? It was like I was watching 3 episode in 20 minutes.


"A Legend is but a tale of a beautiful lie."
Feb 7, 2010 6:05 PM

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I refuse to believe this is it for the show. Nodame and Chiaki haven't really been the focus of the show, so there's no way this is it.

/delusion
Feb 7, 2010 6:12 PM

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noteDhero said:
I refuse to believe this is it for the show. Nodame and Chiaki haven't really been the focus of the show, so there's no way this is it.

/delusion


You spoke my mind :c
Feb 8, 2010 12:34 AM

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capitainejanvier said:


For some reason, I thought they'd be going to Vienna in the Finale? Is that only in the live-action series? Booooo ...


whoa they released the final live action movies? boy am i behind.



i have to agree with everyone here so far as much as i do love the side characters with so few episodes left shouldt the focus be more on nodame and chiaki?

i hope that the original orchestra crew makes an appearence at some point. seems kinda harsh to introduce some great characters in the first season and then just drop them.
Feb 8, 2010 4:32 AM

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Yay Tanya, make that happen. Nodame talking with the picture was an awesome moment.
Feb 8, 2010 11:21 PM

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datsunvic said:
Chiaki is touchy-feely and compliant when drunk. Nodame needs to get him loaded more often.
you said it
LOL
Feb 9, 2010 6:54 PM

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Tanya x Kuroki is awesome! :3


Feb 9, 2010 8:10 PM
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Cute episode as usual, and actually I don't mind the focus shifting to side characters. They haven't gotten enough spotlight in the past season, or this season.
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Feb 9, 2010 11:22 PM

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Chiaki jealou, FINALLY XD
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Feb 17, 2010 5:42 PM

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cute episode. mffff only 7 more episodes.

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Feb 20, 2010 7:37 PM

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Nodame and Chiaki is love!!

Love them to bits
Feb 26, 2010 4:55 AM

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I thought that the beginning was perfect. Nodame seems like a completely different person from the first series, she actually listened and understood, she totally understands (a whole lot more than I did, judging from my comment on the previous episode :s) that they're both really busy, and they can't always be together or something. Ahh, she's so mature now!

Ahaa, Chiaki's reaction to all the males she's in contact that they doesn't know was hilarious, and I love his face whenever Nodame's bras are mentioned :D
Mar 8, 2010 11:55 AM
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Easily the best episode so far =P

I laughed so many times in this one. And Yasu is so cute xD
Mar 23, 2010 12:37 AM

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I loved this episode. Drunk Chiaki was epic and I love Tanya chasing after Kuroki.

BEGINNER
Apr 15, 2010 2:39 AM

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Ahh, I put this on hold after the first 3 episodes, but this episode reminds me why I'm watching Nodame XD Such a nice episode.

Loved the first scene with Nodame in bed with those pink-evil-eyes, and Chiaki being jealous. And pasta flambe of course ^^
Jun 28, 2010 7:35 PM

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Great episode, a lot of funny scenes.
Jul 18, 2010 8:19 PM

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The end scene was simply adorable.

Also, drunk Chiaki.
Dec 6, 2010 12:14 AM

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Re-W:

Scene where Chiaki told Nodame that he'll perform with Rui

the atmosphere change Nodame's trying to make Chiaki jealous

Mukya! Tsuchinoko power!

Tanya got an opening!!
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Apr 22, 2011 3:59 AM

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Ciran said:
Loved the first scene with Nodame in bed with those pink-evil-eyes, and Chiaki being jealous. And pasta flambe of course ^^


Lol^^

Jun 30, 2011 9:54 PM

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I'm SO glad that Chiaki properly apologized to Nodame and their scene was so lovely <3

Highlight: Jealous Chiaki ^^
Apr 26, 2012 4:01 AM

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I'm really liking all the portrayals of all the different characters as people we could possibly meet in real life.
And the bed scene was just lovely.
Aug 11, 2012 2:55 PM

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Yeah glad Chiaki finally felt bad for once for screwing over Nodame... Finally I can hope for a kinder Chiaki. Also really liked the apology scene with Nodame treating Chiaki like a dog with sit and shake.
Oct 24, 2012 1:58 AM

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Well, she sure left her mark. ;)
Mar 17, 2013 9:18 AM

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I want more music!!! That Mahler was beautiful, but I wish there was more DX

Hehe, obedient Chiaki was adorableee~ That was sweet how Nodame understood and was even happy for Chiaki :) That's a good girlfriend. Hahaha, him being jealous the next morning was so awesome XD I was giggling all fan-girl like xP.... o.o Guys being jealous is too cuuute :3

Anyways, great episode. Nice development with Tanya. I'm really rooting for her! She's not the stupid girl that she was portrayed to be in the beginning. I hope her and Kuroki will have something by the end of the series ^_^

Also, looks like FINALLY Nodame will be entering a competition. :) I'm sooo excited for her!!! :D
Mar 19, 2013 12:34 AM

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The biggest laugh in the show for me might have been when Nodame goes to answer the door, and Chiaki does that creeper slide into the frame because he's jealous lmao.

This shows' pacing is incredible, man I can't stop watching. They even give side characters their due, and develop them well. This is the good stuff right here...
May 6, 2013 7:18 AM

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Chiaki was so jealous in this episode.
And the part with Kuroki and Tanya was fun.
May 18, 2013 10:42 PM

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Nice ending, still upset from 2 episodes ago.
May 27, 2013 9:36 AM

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grear episode :) but it feels like chiaki is moving around to much lately
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Nice one Tanya! You go girl, and well even with this new character she sure has a good chance! Lol Nodame in the beginning with Chiaki :p

Lovely episode, lets see what's next!
Jul 1, 2013 12:51 AM

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Best episode so far..
Both pairs are fun to watch esp. Nodame and Chiaki.. Didn't thought Chiaki can be jealous..
Laughed so hard when Nodame mentioned "bra" during the phonecall.. XD

And Yasu's kissmark in his lips.. lol
Sep 10, 2013 5:57 AM

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I really loved the scene in the beginning - sit, shake xD He really was drunk.

Robert-san, Lucas and a certain Jealous Chiaki xD Go Tanya! I really love her with Kuroki. That piece, tanya was playing, I loved it so so much! He was awake XD
Apr 14, 2014 1:23 PM

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YES, all play at the same time, thats the best logiv Ive ever heard
Apr 19, 2014 9:15 AM

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Haha so Kuroki and Tanya is this season's Mine x Kiyora :p That was a really cute ending.
"May those who accept their fate be granted happiness."

"May those who defy their fate be granted glory."
Sep 18, 2014 8:35 PM

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Kuroki's reaction at the end was just great lol.
Dec 2, 2014 4:59 PM

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i guess kuroki really wasn't asleep haha
Apr 9, 2015 12:35 PM

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Kissing scene was lol haha. No comment
Dec 14, 2015 6:04 AM
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Well, at least Chiaki was honest about it.....or maybe because he was drunk ahahaha.
New girl, huh. That kiss at the end, though :O
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That scene at the beginning of the episode just became one of my favourite scenes in the series. Everything about it was... perfect. I can watch it over and over again.

I love the show's portrayal of the two leads and their relationship. The relationship is played out in a fairly light-hearted manner but is not shallow; it's serious when it needs to be but is not heavy-handed. In a bid to advance the relationship, the show doesn't resort to contrivances and facile strategies, but instead tries to stay grounded in realism by having the characters behave and act not in ways whose primary aim is to serve the requirements of the romantic subplot but in ways that complement their personalities and circumstances. Chiaki's chance encounter with Maestro Viella and the latter's invitation to his rehearsal could've proceeded with Chaiki declining the tempting offer without any hesitation and opting to keep his appointment of attending Nodame's concert. But he doesn't do that. The writer(s) could've opted to play things out that way, as being indicative of a significant romantic development (and there are works that unhesitatingly go down that route-- the guy instinctively giving precedence to matters pertaining to the girl while everything else takes a backseat), but they know that such a course of action on the part of this particular character, at this particular point, would be a bit of a stretch. How would this character behave if he were a real individual and not merely a device to move the the plot forward? There stands before him his mentor whom he admires and respects. An opportunity to witness him perform doesn't come by every day. But he's also supposed to attend this girl's concert. He knows that she looks forward to seeing him among her audience and it's not right to back out in the last minute. He invariably gives into his temptation. This is good characterisation, in my opinion. Him choosing the reverse might have been desirable from the standpoint of how a romance should 'ideally' pan out but what he actually does instead is better since it adds depth to his character.

Coming back to the aforementioned scene in this episode, these two aspects are the highlights for me:
1. Nodame's considerateness towards Chiaki's feelings despite being hung over his failure to show up at her concert.
2. Nodame's feisty assertion of her conviction that she did fine, notwithstanding Chaiki's absence, so it's high time that he stops thinking highly of himself, in response to his 'Don't tell me your performance was disappointing because I wasn't there'.
These instances are among a number of subtle indicators of Nodame's growth as an individual and the evolving dynamics of her relationship with Chaiki. She has a purpose in her life that is not limited to just being close to the one she loves.

I freakin' adore this series.
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Chiaki being sweet! (even if it only took him being drunk and feeling guilty for not showing up to her salon recital)

I like that he is so standoffish most of the time, it makes the moments like that all the more enjoyable when they crop up :>
May 30, 2017 5:10 AM

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Nodame is too awesome, she forgave him!
Wow, Tanya stole that kiss like a snake!
Aug 4, 2017 5:23 PM

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Nodame has really grown huh. She's probably the most developed character as far as genki girls go.

That kiss at end lol His reaction was great.
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Siva said:
Wow, what is with the flying speed in this episode? It was like I was watching 3 episode in 20 minutes.


I agree, this episode was paced pretty fast. I thought it was just me, it felt pretty weird

Drunk Chiaki a best!
Aug 19, 2018 4:20 PM

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Phew, Nodame & Chiaki on the bed- that was my favorite part, it definitely felt relieving too
Dec 29, 2018 2:20 PM

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That ending kiss was hilarious.

that girl was really annoying tbh.
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Tanya x Kuroki might be my favourite pairing right now, they'd make a cute couple! That surprise kiss at the end was amazing, Tanya her squeeking like a teenage fangirl made me lol <3
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