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| When Hara said "I kinda have something to tell you.." Yamada in the background making that face at 8:05 omg I was dying of laughter LMFAO amazing! |
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| The cut into the intro was smooth and work well as a cringe breaker, tbh almost died of cringe on that singing one. |
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| While it's nice to see the MC and Yamada's bond strengthen and grow closer (this being the most progressive thing in the story), it sometimes feels like the MC is back at square one, and he's as naive and insecure as he was at the start. I was a bit annoyed at how defeated he acted after the double date sequence. He was relatably emotionally drained after several stress-inducing scenarios, however, things ultimately always turned out in his favor, with him acknowledging that Yamada wanted to spend time alone with him and the fact that Yamada hinted at wanting to remain together afterward (to which he baffling told her he was just going to go home). Luckily, the White Day exchange at the end redeemed him and tied the episode up in a pretty bow. Also—I love a good "cry scene"—but Yamada's persistent episode-to-episode tears, I fear, will become obsessive or forced. I'm not fully there yet, but I feel the season is reaching its cry threshold. Luckily, I think the tears were pretty justified in this scene. Yamada was visibly profoundly bothered by MC (seemingly) calling Haru "cute"; so him calling her "so cute he could die" at the end could have definitely stricken the particular chord in her. But ya know, I also feel like him saying "I love you. I do" (out loud, as opposed to inner monologue) could have worked. I don't know what arcs are to follow, but I don't think him confessing then and there would have been forced or out-of-left-field. Alternatively, I even think Yamada's tears could have been extra-justified if the MC responded to them by saying "We've taken just a few necessary steps forward. This is our vibe." (Calling back to Yamada saying "I like this vibe.") It's definitely in his character to say something like that out loud, rather than it being an inner-monologue. ..... I acknowledge that "less is more", and I agree. But this entire show has been "less it more", and has much artfully subtle dialogue. Yet, every once and a while, some extra seasoning would be appreciated. Not so much as to ruin the pacing—because I understand the need to prolong the story—but sometimes I feel a tad sold short. Essentially, from Yamada's perspective, MC just said "you're so cute I could die" and then went silent (albeit placing a gentle hand on her). But if it were me, I really would have given MC some words of console. Because that ending seen was gorgeous—the color palette and lens flares, the soaring music, the facial expressions and voice acting—everything sold the scene. But for something so beautifully executed, I feel some slightly stronger dialogue would've really done it some justice. I feel like at this point, surely, they are both fully aware they are in love with each other. Especially after what transpired in this and the prior episodes. There is simply no more ambiguity, and there feelings are transparent—crystal. I'm all for prolonging the confession, but surely after this episode, something gigantic is coming. (If there is a manga, I have no idea what its outcome is.) Like @/kisip123 said: "Peak after peak". In terms of audience enjoyment, impactful moments, and I feel story beats—I have no idea how they'd intend to prolong things any further given that it's been peak after peak after peak. Is it even possible to keep peaking peaks? All just some minor nitpicks. This is a pretty top-tier show, and potentially one of the best anime romances in the entire genre. A modern classic that trumps most of its predecessors. However, sometimes I feel like it falls ever-so-short of the mark. Deliberately (to prolong). All the pieces are there and I'm vying for the story to connect them, but just when I think peak impact—peak ecstasy—will be achieved, the train stops in its tracks. Yanno? And, oh my god, I think I've been describing edging this whole time. |
JohnDimensionFeb 17, 9:47 PM
| Yamada was flabbergasted after hearing bro saying "Yamada's mine". That is when she realized he wasn't calling Hara cute and was sure that Ichi is the GOAT. |
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When Hara said "I kinda have something to tell you.." Yamada in the background making that face at 8:05 omg I was dying of laughter LMFAO amazing!
vadoyager7 said: When Hara said "I kinda have something to tell you.." Yamada in the background making that face at 8:05 omg I was dying of laughter Yamada's bouts of jealousy are interesting as a character flaw; she's (briefly) quite angry at characters like Hara or Moe who are actually very helpful in getting her and Kyoutarou together. |
| Another week, another very funny and powerfully emotional episode that leaves me on the verge of tears, it is the best RomCom i have seen in all these years and it is one of the most beautiful anime that exists. I don't even feel able to comment anything about the episode, Because I feel like anything I say won't do it justice to the fantastic episode that it was. |
| Ngl, I felt this started with a bit of cringe with Kyotaro following Anna but with the way she is she liked that lol. After that it got really good with them going on a double date with the other two classmates and the way they separated was pretty funny with Anna "accidentally" getting lost only for her to immediately grab Kyotaro's arm once the other two left. The scene with Kyotaro giving Anna the muffin and jewelry was great but Anna having various food crumbs and frosting around her face throughout this episode had me chuckling. |
| I couldn't stop my laugh when they got caught in karoke. |
| Suuuper cute episode today, although when is it not cute? I could say lots of things about what happened this episode, but I really just came here to mention that they snuck their Sweets Paradise collab cafe in, haha. When they mentioned Sweets Paradise, I was instantly suspicious, and went to check their site. It's happening next month, so perfect timing! That being said, I went to check the manga, and they actually said Sweets Paradise there, too :o Thought they wouldn't since copyright, but maybe they already had ties then. Wonder if they timed the collab with the anime episode, then 👀 Yamada sure got lots of sweets on her plate~ |
| The cute moments are really wholesome but ngl some of the shit gives me second hand embarrassment lol. |
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| Okay that transition into the op was a chef's kiss. Also Yamada's jealousy stares are kinda freaky I couldn't stop wheezing whenever she makes that face 🤣 |
| Ichikawa is the luckiest kid alive to have met someone who is absolutely in love with him and understands him very well because pulling the Karaoke stunt would definitely have lost him some points. Why did god give us the ability to feel embarrassment for fictional people? Bro is absolutely trying to fatten her up. |
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| It's peak your honor |
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| That got me teary-eyed 🥲 |
| I like watching the ending montage, but I'm glad they skipped that for this episode and put in this exhilarating ending where, as usual, Ichikawa steps up, swings, and sends it. |
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| Here I was, feeling sorry for Ichikawa when he was beginning to self loathe in the train. Then imaginary guy appears in the window suddenly LMAO! |
| Oh this is too wholesome, just date already! Those Yamada stares lol Hara looked so cute in casual clothing. |
FrozenRaider said: Hara best wingman! Hara-san is the only one of the four who is not consumed by jealousy. |
| every Sunday when I watch this Anime, I cry for their pure love 😭 |
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| This feels like so much more of a natural progression. There hasn't been an official progression, but they both essentially know they're dating even if there is some hesitation in accepting it. |
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| Bro is playing with fire but Hara is also cute. |
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IbnAurum said: Hayuume said: Amazing episode again, but the double date sequence felt funnier in the manga, somehow? Guess I just loved that part so much I had too high expectations? I don't know. Loved how they connected Ichikawa singing into the opening, from "oh god, this is awkward" to "that was so smart". They are getting closer and closer to each other, and slowly getting more honest with their feelings. Just can't stop smilling, this is so good. may i ask what chapter is it? just wanna observe This should have covered around 86-90 iirc |
| Is this physical education with automatic guns? Because this is PE-AK |
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| Wow Ichikawa singing transition to the actual OP was Amazing!! Hara was so adorable. We need more of her please. Omg Ichikawa!! Not only he bake the cupcake but he put the bracelet in it? MASSIVE W!! Peak after Peak episodes How they keep doing that? This and A Sign of Affection made me smile every Saturday. |
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| Oof, that first half had some cringe "face behind the hand" watching scenes lol, still enjoyable, but haven't had that sort of second hand embarrassment since maybe Kaguya Sama rap. Second half was amazing as usual. It's gonna be interesting to see how far they can push this without a real confession though. |
| woah, i can't stop smiling after watching this episode haha |
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| Another great episode. The decision to have him sing the theme song was an excellent one. |
| The episode is peak after peak wtf!!! so goooooooooooooooooood |
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| After how hard previous episode hit, this one felt somewhat average. I guess you can't peak all the time... |
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