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Dec 25, 2016 3:41 PM

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Nice to see more of Touko and Shigeru. They got me with the crow scene at the end.
Dec 25, 2016 8:53 PM

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Beautiful ending, It will be nice if he could tell them his secret.
It's could be easy to prove
Dec 27, 2016 2:47 AM
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Well that absolutely destroyed me. This series keeps delivering even after all these years. ;~;

Touko and Shigeru are such pure souls.

While I don't always like that Natsume keeps all these secrets about himself, I can completely understand his reluctance to tell the Fujiwaras anything.
I would like to protect their kindness as much as possible as well.

I also love they aren't completely oblivious and judgemental about the fact that Natsume is different than other people.
Dec 27, 2016 4:48 AM

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Such a beautiful episode, it made me teary-eyed. I love how it gives a new perspective on how the Fujiwara househould and Natsume's life started to blend together. It's always bothered how long will Natsume keep the youkai a secret to the Fujiwaras but I've come to an understanding why he decides not to and seeing how Touko sees Natsume in this episode further solidifies it. I also love the symbolism of the crow, subtle yet meaningful. No youkai shenanigans this episode and it's such a breath of fresh air.
Dec 27, 2016 9:11 PM

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Holy cow, the feels are real with this episode. Touko is adorable.
Dec 27, 2016 9:34 PM

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Great focus shift! Really didn't expect an episode dedicated from her perspective. Really lovely actually to see everything from another perspective, especially if that person is that close to the MC!

Looking forward to see what the last episode of this fifth season will have to offer!
Jan 1, 2017 6:38 PM

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These have to be some of my most favorite episodes, because you see the way that Natsume's relationship with humans has changed after being taken in by the Fujiwaras.

Of course I cried like a child by the end. I'm so happy to see this chapter being adapted like this...
My heart aches so much ; u ;
Jan 7, 2017 11:21 PM

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Oh man, this episode destroyed me T_T

The way the Fujiwaras love each other and then welcomed Natsume into their routine lives was way too touching for my heart to take
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Jan 9, 2017 6:16 AM

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I wish I can see the crow :(

What a wonderful episode
Kinda sad, but that was beautiful

Those two clearly the best couple in this show.. Probably one of the best couples in anime
I mean.. Looking at those two smiling, it's just pure bliss
Fujiwaras is definitely what I am to be in relationship xD
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Jan 9, 2017 11:29 AM

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Wow! That was such a beautiful episode.

It has been a while since an anime made me cry this much.
Jan 16, 2017 2:15 AM

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That was such a great episode. Touko and shigeru are really admirable.
Jan 16, 2017 8:31 PM

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Why would you give this episode a 5/5 that doesn't make any sense? What is so special about the Fujiwaras that you have to give this episode a 5/5? What they ever did for you? Why would she cut onions? Wasn't that supposed to be either meat or fish? That Touko-san was cooking something horrible.

Only people with absolute horrible taste would give this episode a 5/5.

5/5 'sniff' 'sniff'
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Jan 18, 2017 1:41 AM

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Goddam why am I so weak towards family episodes. This was my favorite Natsume Yuujinchou episode to date. My kokoro handles a lot of so called 'emotional' animu moments but when it comes to simple stuff like this, I just can't control it.
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Jan 23, 2017 10:30 PM

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Both of Shigeru and Touka are really a sweet and nice couple <3
Jan 27, 2017 7:47 AM

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Just watched this episode.

Cried.

Feels/10
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Jan 27, 2017 11:45 PM

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Really enjoyed this episode. It was nice to see how they were before Natsume entered their lives. Loved the ending. Damm these onions!
Feb 19, 2017 6:39 PM

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I can usually hold myself together fairly well when watching Natsume Yuujinchou, but THE END OF THIS EPISODE WAS SO SAD AND TOUCHING I TEARED UP. THAT ENDING WAS SO BEAUTIFUL. T^T
Mar 14, 2017 10:56 AM

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My favorite episode this season. Especially that final scene. Touko unconditionally accepts Natsume even when she can't understand him. Shigeru and Touko truly have hearts of gold.
May 5, 2017 4:31 AM

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Heck, I haven't updated my list, but I had to comment on this episode. So moving that my heart started to ache. Family bonds like this are my weakness. Don't know why. Loved the episode start to finish.


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May 29, 2017 1:05 AM

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Touko is based waifu/mom. Shame they can't have kids of their own :(
Jun 14, 2017 5:07 AM

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Ah! What a beautiful thing is the family! This episode, in addition to being very sweet, has the value of making the story more solid and realistic, which has been built over the years, but not only because it makes sense of the fact that Natsume has involuntarily already said everything about his secret Also to his family. Atmosphere and music really beautiful, a pleasure to follow this series.
Jun 14, 2017 5:55 AM

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Avenger-senpai said:
Touko is based waifu/mom. Shame they can't have kids of their own :(


What do you mean can't have kids on their own? Was it explain in the anime? Did I miss it/
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Jun 14, 2017 6:14 AM

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Jose07 said:
Avenger-senpai said:
Touko is based waifu/mom. Shame they can't have kids of their own :(


What do you mean can't have kids on their own? Was it explain in the anime? Did I miss it/

I mean, that's what I assume. There have been some subtle hints pointing to it. They seem like they've wanted a kid for a while so it's quite odd that they wouldn't just get down to business after all these years. Just look at how eager and happy they were to take Natsume in.
Jun 14, 2017 8:14 AM

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Avenger-senpai said:
Jose07 said:


What do you mean can't have kids on their own? Was it explain in the anime? Did I miss it/

I mean, that's what I assume. There have been some subtle hints pointing to it. They seem like they've wanted a kid for a while so it's quite odd that they wouldn't just get down to business after all these years. Just look at how eager and happy they were to take Natsume in.


Makes sense from that point of view. I thought it was mention somewhere and I didn't realize but then watching the episode it makes sense.
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Jun 27, 2017 3:49 AM
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I love this episode. I think it is well executed and at the right timing. If it were to have aired in the earlier seasons, I think it would have less impact. I really like other POV episodes, but these only mattered if the main story is well done enough for you to care for the side characters. I remember liking the episode with Natsume and Shigeru-san bonding as well.
Jun 27, 2017 6:27 AM

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I'm glad I'm not the only one that cried, it definitely hit me when Touko was telling Natsume about the crow and he said he could see another.
She's a good parent, I'm glad she didn't say anything about the second crow because it lead to a really sweet moment.
Aug 13, 2017 8:57 AM
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plot like that makes my heart so soft and I wanna cry, it's so heartwarming to know how they've made each other complete and happy!
Aug 27, 2017 8:41 AM
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Great episode. It just warms my heart every time I see Touko and Shigeru.
Oct 8, 2017 9:12 AM
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WOW that last scene!

Did Natsume just let his guard down and describe a youkai to Touko-san?
And did Touko-san just doubt her own eyes and trust Natsume's?
wow.. I am speechless, can't even begin to describe how beautiful that bond is..

love <3
Nov 20, 2017 8:47 AM

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Wow what a wonderful episode Natsume's past is always interesting, Touko-san is a lovely person and mother she didn't judge or doubted Natsume as liar like his close relative on the contrary she believed him that the white Karasu is there.
Apr 7, 2018 4:31 AM

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I love the Fujiwara's !
Natsume made a little mistake, he was seeing a youkai, but Touko-san didn't mind it.
Dec 29, 2018 8:34 AM

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Natsume's foster mom is a very kind person.
May 4, 2019 3:55 PM

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Man this was great, buy I with they'd tell us why they never had kids of their own.
Jul 28, 2019 12:21 PM

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Oh man, i'm crying so much! It would hurt me so bad if i was Touka and Shigeru to see how much life has just completely broken this little boy that i've taken in. The more i watch this anime the sadder it makes me.

Even though they're such distant relatives i see so much similarity in Touko and Natsume, like the way they care for everyone no matter if that someone is human or not and they way they both are quite whimsical
Aug 18, 2019 5:31 PM

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This is why I love this anime!! so heartwarming <3
I love the Fujiwara couple.. the best parent :) Touko-san is so sweet and so kind (crying because of missing Shigeru-san for just one day of not seeing him melts my heart! she's so precious <3)! too good to be true but possible in this anime :) I'm soooo happy Natsume meet a parents like them.. so lovable! I love this episode so much that it makes me cry T__T

and when Natsume point the white crow / albino, Touko-san didn't feel weird about not seeing it and just go along with Natsume :) I know Fujiwara couple will understand Natsume if he will reveal his secrets to them..
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Aug 19, 2019 1:14 PM

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Oh gosh, it's a heartbreaking episode with what's going on with Natsume. Shigeru and Touko are such sweethearts.

That end though. Natsume saying there's a white crow but Touko can't see it. The way she just rolled with it and pretend that she's seeing two crows and not telling Natsume that she can't see it, that made my eyes water even more.

I didn't think I would cry in this episode, but it did.

This is such a beautiful series. I love it so much.
Oct 5, 2019 12:28 AM

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Damn I just cried during the whole episode...
Nov 29, 2019 8:05 PM
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This show is just so pure and sweet. The Fujiwaras are the absolute perfect partners for each other and such wonderful parents to Natsume. Although it’s sad that they never had children of their own, I think it was fate’s way of leaving their hearts and home open for Natsume one day.
Shigeru cleaning out the spare room right after seeing Natsume at the funeral was so sweet, as was Touko’s reaction when he asked her about taking him in.
But that last scene with the crow was just too beautiful for words. Touko couldn’t see the white crow, but instead of questioning Natsume and making him uncomfortable, or thinking he was weird, she simply agreed and was happy the crow wasn’t alone. What a lovely gesture of trust, love, kindness and complete acceptance. <3
Apr 29, 2020 1:32 AM

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Terrific, this was Just beautiful and heart warming episode.
May 25, 2020 9:36 AM

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best episode of this season!

2nd was the child and the grandpa.

so heartwarming ;_; . my heart cant take it. feeling weak when there's any family-related content

Jul 4, 2020 7:35 AM
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OKAY THE BEST PARENT AND BEST COUPLE AWARD GOES TO TOUKO AND SHIGERU-SAN!!!! *clap clap clap*


Their love for each other is so pure and i can only hope for a love like that for myself :(


I like that we get their point of view on how they really care for natsume. They are really pure.


And they're sitting place feels so special even though its just so normal


And they separated for a day and they already miss each other. Again they are just so pure


And the last part where natsume didn't realise that touka can't see the other one bird though. I just like how she accepts it and doesn't tell anything that will hurt natsume. Now i think they have a clue about natsume. But again they are just so pure they'll accept him the most
Feb 3, 2021 6:15 AM

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It should be illegal to be that kind and sweet, I love the Fujiwaras so much.
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Mar 9, 2021 1:54 PM
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Even after rewatching the whole series a few times, I can't help but feel all sad and happy at the same time watching this episode (and of course most of the others episodes as well). They are such a sweet couple. Even without any physical closure, you can definitely feel the love between them.
Mar 18, 2021 9:17 AM

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Tasel said:
It should be illegal to be that kind and sweet, I love the Fujiwaras so much.

Same T-T they're so precious it hurts, but at the same time it made me feel all fluffy and happy I can't.
Cried so much on this episode xD this whole show hits right in the feels I'm so happy I started it
Jun 8, 2021 9:06 PM
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Honestly, when this episode first started I thought that I would be rating it a 3/5. I thought that it was going to be filler, I'm sure glad that I was wrong.
This episode still followed the basic story pattern which kept it intriguing to watch and satisfying to finish. lol
I think I understand how the grinch felt when his heart grew x50.
Sensei's little giggles when he's in frame make my day. He's so cute.
I absolutely love how Touka was looking at Natsume with wonder and astonishment rather than disgust and fear.
Really loved this wholesome episode :)
Jun 12, 2021 9:28 AM

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Are my eyes sweating??hmm
*sigh* I’m so weak when it comes to family stuff ╥﹏╥
Sep 13, 2021 6:15 AM

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This episode was so peaceful and wholesome! Sometimes the simplest of stories are the most beautiful and engaging, because of how relatable they can be. Best episode in Natsume in a while and best of this season, by far.
May 17, 2022 12:59 PM

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This was a very beautiful and wholesome episode. Touko, Shigeru, Natsume, and Nyanko-sensei are such a heartwarming family.

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I really wanna hear Natsume calling Touko San mom someday
Nov 20, 2022 7:38 AM
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criminally good episode… holy hell
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