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| So after last week's episode I compulsively read the manga from where I stopped about 2 years ago to the current chapter and whew, Taichi really never gets a break huh? >_< Of course he wasn't going to win against Chihaya, but it was at least nice to see her and her passion for becoming a teacher and going on the trip. Now Arata and Taichi on the other hand ... their feelings are pretty complicated eh? Especially towards each other. (I say just skip Chihaya and have them get together XD) I do already know what happens in their 3rd year, but Taichi really going for it and skipping the class trip ... completely forgot that happened! Man, I feel for him though ... and then Chihaya going on the trip while he's not there lol. I wish we had more break episodes like this tbh, but it looks like it's already going to be the qualifiers next episode. Nice scene with Yuu and Arata at the end. Plus more Shinobu and Suou ... I love both of them so I'm always happy to see them get more screen time! :D Ugh, still though, seeing all the effort that Taichi puts in and yet not be rewarded is pretty difficult. Either way, I wonder how much of the manga this season will cover. Apparently the manga is "ending soon" ... wonder if that's true :O |
How dare you! Meijin-title is more important than Chihaya's heart, kono yarou! (ಠ_ಠ) I will give Taichi Chihaya's heart (even thought it is Chihaya's and her to decide who she wants to give it to) if that is what is required for Arata to become the Meijin! (=_=) I wonder if Sensei will have Arata walk that predestined path so easily. Almost too predictable. Anyway, it is Arata's dream, it never was Taichi's dream. Ah, Sensei has her little accessories in her bag.....after giving you a Godiva, first quality chocolate, she might just lash you with her little whip, when you where feeling all good and high on the choco. |
chiakimagotoNov 22, 2019 12:23 AM
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| Harada-sensei said something in the lines of: words such as "I tried my best" or "It was so close" will disappear in thin air and die in the past. The only way to set in stone your efforts is by showing results. That was like a punch in the stomach when you compare the postmatch attention Chihaya received vs. Taichi being left all alone. They both were finalists and their match was neck to neck, but he was completely forgotten afterwards while Chihaya was surrounded by friends and receiving praise from multiple people. Ouch. Even I was bitter for him. But above all, I love this match so much that the results doesn't matter to me. If any won, I'd be happy and equally sad for the loser (be it Chihaya or Taichi)... --- Taichi needs to go through a journey of his own. If he doesn't separate himself from Chihaya, he'll never earn her respect as a rival of equal terms and he'll always be seen as 'that guy she sees everyday who loses to her in Karuta'. Even though Taichi knows so much about Chihaya, as her mind is somewhere else, she puts very little effort to learn more about him and hasn't been paying attention to her most important and closest people. I believe the main reason she's upset in the trip is because she finally realized her own obliviousness towards a guy she's seen every single day for the past 2 years, yet she knows nothing about. |
Akkala said: That was like a punch in the stomach when you compare the postmatch attention Chihaya received vs. Taichi being left all alone. To be fair, Taichi hid in the men's bathroom after the game and left soon after. Even if Muzusawa's members wanted to cheer him up, I doubt he would have let them do so. He's just that kind of person, always trying to put up a strong face in front of others, keeping everything he's feeling bottled up inside himself until eventually he breaks. It's really difficult for Taichi to rely on other people when it comes to his own problems, probably a result of what his mother taught him. |
| Love the hype that I feel every time the opnening starts, and the ending it's so overwhelming too! The scene about Chihaya crying was so touching that I cryed too. The part when Harata gets better because of his neighbhoor was pretty dissapoint but on the other hand he is starting to note his hid feelings about Chihaya? Can't wait next chapter. |
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Galadriel-san said: To be fair, Taichi hid in the men's bathroom after the game and left soon after. Even if Muzusawa's members wanted to cheer him up, I doubt he would have let them do so. He's just that kind of person, always trying to put up a strong face in front of others, keeping everything he's feeling bottled up inside himself until eventually he breaks. It's really difficult for Taichi to rely on other people when it comes to his own problems, probably a result of what his mother taught him. True. I agree that the aftermath scenario reflects the difference between how open they are to receive help. Taichi is too independent and proud to the point of isolation, and Chihaya very dependent to the point of being almost worthless by herself. But accepting other's help also means acknowledging the value of surrounding people's support, such as friends and family, resulting in a stronger connection with them. Your victory is also your supporters victory. (Not that Taichi doesn't value others, but it feels like he himself believes his role is solely to support and not the other way around). Too bad Taichi puts so much pressure and excessive responsibility on himself. (There are multiple in depth analysis to him after this point, but you know what I think already. I don't wanna turn this a TAT thread) |
chiakimagoto said: How dare you! Meijin-title is more important than Chihaya's heart, kono yarou! (ಠ_ಠ) I will give Taichi Chihaya's heart (even thought it is Chihaya's and her to decide who she wants to give it to) if that is what is required for Arata to become the Meijin! (=_=) I wonder if Sensei will have Arata walk that predestined path so easily. Almost too predictable. Anyway, it is Arata's dream, it never was Taichi's dream. I am not gonna be mean to you! You are gonna delete your posts otherwise. :( Akkala said: Galadriel-san said: To be fair, Taichi hid in the men's bathroom after the game and left soon after. Even if Muzusawa's members wanted to cheer him up, I doubt he would have let them do so. He's just that kind of person, always trying to put up a strong face in front of others, keeping everything he's feeling bottled up inside himself until eventually he breaks. It's really difficult for Taichi to rely on other people when it comes to his own problems, probably a result of what his mother taught him. Too bad Taichi puts so much pressure and excessive responsibility on himself. (There are multiple in depth analysis to him after this point, but you know what I think already. I don't wanna turn this a TAT thread) You better not, dear! I will turn it into a CAT! Wait, I thought you are a Harada-sensei fan after checking your profile! O_o Gab5 said: shanimebib said: All the time?! I hope someone tells him to be grateful for what he has! That rich kid! I wonder how many times he went to Kyoto thanks to the financial backing of his rich parents! (´꒳`) I'm not sure that him being a rich kid who went to Kyoto a few times makes it particularly realistic that he loses at everything Chihaya or Arata related. Eventually anyone would decide that they are better off out of that situation and they would be right to do so. I see why he is too eager to not tell Chihaya about any of his plans. He never really shares anything with anyone. The first person he ever opened up to was Harada-sensei and that's pretty much it. Not related to the above discussions but a simple Live Action comparison of one of the dialogues in this episode: |
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I am not gonna be mean to you! You are gonna delete your posts otherwise. :( I wrote beforehand that I was going to delete those posts. I think I made my point then. |
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| Loved this episode. Chihaya pulling off a great victory. Taichi did really well and actually played for himself for the first time without considering chihaya. Seeing Chihaya happily tearing up, opening up with her dreams and seeing her efforts finally recognized by people was really emotional, she is really growing to be a potential queen candidate fast. And then the surprise moment  This is what i like about arata, even though he is calm and shy, he speaks facts. Chihaya is not a trophy to belong to someone, she is her own person and has her own feelings and I think arata is slowly realizing his feelings as well. That match stirred his emotions. Also Glad Chihaya decided to go on the trip and experience highschool life stuff. And then Taichi has his own plans, lying and going to practice, leaving chihaya in a mess. But then again i understand he wants to improve for himself after that loss and the words from arata that shook him. He really needs some development. Good to see some things never change :) And even arata is struggling with his karuta as well. Glad to see people supporting him and helping him out. Yuu is such one character, loved how she gave arata motivation and cooked for him. She's also adorable. Loved her personality. Cant wait for next episode. Mod edit: removed multiple screenshots |
BrandonFeb 2, 2020 11:10 PM
Actually she ran out of herArata battery. So, she is now putting it on charge. :) |
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Gab5 said: Kipo0007 said: Taichi owned up his mistakes for his childhood but he kept making more even after starting the karuta club. Tried to constantly keep chihaya away from Arata for no reason, didnt even give her arata's number. Even in this season when Arata in a friendly manner asks him for advice for making a karuta club, Taichi again got worked up for no reason. Arata always considered taichi as friend, but taichi on the other hand because of his insecurities always alienates arata. The underdog? The rich good looking kid with good grades who has girls gunning for him casually dumps his gf for chasing after chihaya against a humble guy who comes from a middle class poor family who got bullied in his childhood and had to work jobs and who's genuine happiness is to play karuta with his friends (Taichi and Chihaya). Really whos the underdog again? Arata not only introduced karuta to chihaya, he made her believe she can dream and achieve those dreams when she thought she couldn't do anything by herself. Thats why she has that unstoppable motivation till date. Also everytime she is in doubt who does she look upto? Thats right Arata. He is literally her light. And just because of his family conditions and Plot he was forced to distance himself from chihaya, does that mean if he would not have helped and supported her like taichi if he could have stayed in tokyo? Taichi didnt join the karuta club for the passion of karuta in the first place only to win over chihaya, nobody asked him to sacrifice, he is doing for it himself so he can get attention from chihaya. Only Arata and chihaya have the passion for karuta, taichi never did, Chihaya herself said Taichi never wanted to be meijin. I do like his character since he is growing now and slowly loving karuta, but he has his flaws and he treats chihaya like some trophy to be won from arata. Sumire is also a good girl, she is also doing her best , looks after him for gaining his attention and feelings, but taichi is oblivious of that, so taichi is undeserving of sumire now? Thats why i dont like some of the taichi fanbase literally treat arata like trash and undeserving because of his screentime and distance from chihaya. Actually, in the context of their triangle, he is very much the underdog, both in the game and in the love triangle. He pretty much loses every time. There is no comparison between Taichi and Sumire and Taichi and Chihaya. Arata has no business bringing up the conversation about her being a trophy straight after he lost that match. The amount of time people spend together, and how much they support each other, will always be a big factor in how some people view who is best suited to a person. It's fine if Chihaya prefers Arata, but then she shouldn't be freaking out when Taichi doesn't make the school trip. That is just selfish. He loses in the game because he was not passionate for karuta in the first place, instead of playing for himself he just does it to win over chihaya. i know there's a huge difference in the two, since taichi knows chihaya for a longer period of time , I compared sumire because she is doing the same thing, she joined the club to get close to taichi and supports him as well, as he is doing it for chihaya. Its not about if its his business or not, Arata spoke his mind, because Taichi always tried to show that he is closer to chihaya just because of the distance, taichi did support her sure and thats a good thing, but that doesnt mean she belongs to anyone because of that. The timing might be wrong after taichi losing that match but he did speak the truth. Taichi always has given Arata the cold treatment, be it because of chihaya or the rivalry in karuta, when arata always treats him like his friend. Yea i can understand Chihaya's reaction,she is a karuta maniac and wants to train more too and doesn't want taichi to gain ahead of her, yea that's a little selfish, she should just enjoy the trip since she wanted to experience it. Haha okay as you say :) Mod edit: merged double posts |
BrandonFeb 2, 2020 11:08 PM
| Chihaya made her decision, and it was a surprise she decided to go to the school trip. Taichi got a lot to think about next year, so his decision was made thinking about his next year. |
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chiakimagoto said: How dare you! Meijin-title is more important than Chihaya's heart, kono yarou! (ಠ_ಠ) I will give Taichi Chihaya's heart (even thought it is Chihaya's and her to decide who she wants to give it to) if that is what is required for Arata to become the Meijin! (=_=) I wonder if Sensei will have Arata walk that predestined path so easily. Almost too predictable. Anyway, it is Arata's dream, it never was Taichi's dream. Ah, Sensei has her little accessories in her bag.....after giving you a Godiva, first quality chocolate, she might just lash you with her little whip, when you where feeling all good and high on the choco. I mean yes... I'm definitely a TaichixChihaya shipper, but also it seems too predictable if Arata - the op god and person who got everyone into Karuta wins. (I mean haven't read the manga), but this episode seemed to focus a lot on how his break from karuta is now coming to bite him in the butt. Because also friendship powers their game. But also, as they said TAICHI MISSED HIS CHANCE TO GET FRIENDZONED because now he's serious on winning. Not just winning Chihaya but like winning. Period. Literally the only other outcome I can think of is they don't play each other because of some worldly event (apocalypse, oversleeping, overworking one self from being sick, etc.). Man... so conflicted. First tie Meijin ever maybe?? Maybe a tie breaker? |
| I think Taichi is a very likeable character, I can understand people find him annoying ; but all his flaws and weird behaviors sometimes make for a very real character. In some animes you're gonna have to deal with characters like Taichi, with quirks and things they are unable to express, say and do, but more often than not those guys will have something off about them, that's gonna make you dislike the way they were built. Taichi is a quite different story and even though I would be a "team Arata" member, I couldn't help but root for Taichi these past few episodes, even going back somewhere mid-season 2. Btw Chihaya's fanbase is great, you guys are having really interesting discussions :') |
paperminh said: I think Taichi is a very likeable character, I can understand people find him annoying ; but all his flaws and weird behaviors sometimes make for a very real character. In some animes you're gonna have to deal with characters like Taichi, with quirks and things they are unable to express, say and do, but more often than not those guys will have something off about them, that's gonna make you dislike the way they were built. Taichi is a quite different story and even though I would be a "team Arata" member, I couldn't help but root for Taichi these past few episodes, even going back somewhere mid-season 2. Btw Chihaya's fanbase is great, you guys are having really interesting discussions :') Taichi is one of the most real characters in anime. Sure he got a lot of screentime compared to Arata but those screentime were used effectively. Even I sometimes want to see him gun for the Meijin title (but not as much as at the expense of Arata who has given his entire life to become the Meijin). TeamArata can be happy with this season because this season will mark the start of his character growth. It will make him more human than he was ever shown in the story. |
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| Arata asserted Taichi that Chihaya is also someone important for him. So kinda... The gauntlet has been officially thrown down, haha. Taichi wants to participate so bad. I don't blame him. He lost in the final match with Chihaya knowing that noting ago her skill dropped due to her finger's injury. Yuu-chan is really a great person and might be a good partner to Arata, not only in playing karuta, but in being a girlfriend as well. Shinobu's clothes, hahaha. xD But that ending... when current Master came to visit current Queen. Man, I'm hyped about further episodes! :D |
| That crying was a bit weird but she was still pretty cute. Shinobu and that Pajama. |
| Chihaya's dazing face xD Nonono Chihaya you're wrong about that Taichi is doing this for you, in a way Glad to see Shinobu is the same as always xD |
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| welll I was not expecting taichi to do something like this.....wow this show never stops to amaze me |
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gekkouka said: I'm getting weird vibes about Sumire potentially ending up with Taichi b/c I get the feeling that it will be Arata x Chihaya (I always end up getting 2nd lead syndrome in love triangles ;___;) Idc if Taichi doesn't end up with Chihaya, I just want my boy to be happy;; he deserves the best. I think a lot of people who criticize Taichi & Taichi supporters for liking him despite the fact that he "oNLy pLayINg kArUta fOR cHihAYA" should really see this episode. You can see the look of determination in his eyes!! He is in it to win it. He is more than just Chihaya's pretty love interest. Side note: Chihaya just doesn't have the emotional capacity to love anyone...she barely understands Taichi despite being his closest friend. I'd argue against that. Chihaya loves Arata in her own way, and of course she likes Taichi, but not in the way that Taichi likes her I don't think. But more importantly, they're teenagers. Technically none of them truly have the emotional capacity to love in a mature/adult way that can last longer than their high school and/or college lives. It will take some personal growth and development for them to get there. Chihaya is dense, but let's not pretend Taichi is somehow much older than she is or super emotionally mature. None of them are even 25 yet, lol, the general age at which our brains have more or less fully matured into an adult human brain. Anyway, I still like Taichi although I'm not Team Taichi, so to speak. Having read the manga I know how far he goes and I love his development as a character and as a karuta player. I don't know if he'll end up with anyone but I'd rather Chihaya ended up with Arata... assuming it lasts. Either way I'll be happy with the final outcome as long as the author writes it in a way that feels natural and not forced. |
| hmmm chihaya is truly feeling it |
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| I hate that Taichi lost but love that he's finally living and making decisions for himself. I hope he grows out of this puppy love for Chihaya. So Arata finally "noticed" Chihaya in a different light and ignored the literal girl next door again. It still doesn't feel like an actual love triangle to me but can be considered one now that Arata is actually participating in it. |
| Wow incredible episode. one of the best for sure. |
| Chihaya is celebrating a victory over soemone who has been exhausted. |
| Even when I was in crowd, I was always alone |
| As expected, Chihaya won. Though Taichi put up a hell of a fight! Mmm a confrontation between Arata and Taichi, and it's about Chihaya! Feelings are up in the air. Everyone's acting totally different now that the Yoshino tournament is over. Even Arata was wavering for a bit there. |
| Ugh, I wanted Taichi to win even if it was obviously not going to happen. I don't know, I fee like this entire competition showed a better development for Taichi than for Chihaya. Seriously, Arata is an annoying character. Being such a good karuta player, doesn't he knows that it wasn't the best moment to praise Chihaya's ability or talk about how "she wasn't anyone's"? I'm also a little annoyed at how everyone went to congratulate Chihaya and no one except Sumire went to where Taichi was, not even Chihaya. Later she asks herself why would he go to the match instead of doing what she would expect of him lol. |
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| I wanted Taichi to win, anyway this was a good push to believe in himself and dream big. By the way I'm Team Taichi ❤️ and I like Arata too. |
| This...it gets complicated, very good episode. |
| Very nice performance of Chihaya's seiyuu when she expresses her emotions. I am very happy for her, I was really moved. "Chihaya does not belong to anyone" I think Arata is much more mature about Chihaya. And personally Chihaya x Arata is my favorite ship since the beginning of the series, even if I don't feel like I'm in the majority. I expected Taichi not to come to the school trip, following his discussion with Arata and his defeat against Chihaya. But since he wants to go to medical school, I understand very well that he thinks he won't have time for karuta in the next few years. I feel sad, but I really understand how he feels. Arata seems to have lost his motivation a bit, but I guess he will come back to us soon. |
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| Only episode 7 but I’m already burnt out- in a good way, though. And maybe it was because it was dark but DANG that was some nice BICYCLE CGI With all this rivalry and tension between the 3 I’m just hoping for a real nice relieving and wholesome moment later down the line |
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| Argh, this reminded me just how much of an insensitive dirtbag Wataya is, kicking his rivial when said rival is already down. This type of personality really is the worst.. |
| ったく、嫌な世の中だよ。 |
| I'm highly confident in Arata being wrong with his 'Chihaya doesn't belong to anyone' as its pretty clear that Chihaya belongs to karuta. So far we haven't seen much of Suo, so I kinda hope we get to see more of the worst possible person to have as the current karuta master |
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| all i need to say is i cried during this episode, multiple times |
i wish i was a cloud |
| Man, Taichi lost. When the episode began, I was putting my bet on Taichi. But it was Chihaya. It was so hard to choose between the two ^^ Great emotional moment there with Chihaya. But it really hurts to see the pain Taichi's feeling. But man, Taichi keeps pushing forward, breaking walls if he has to. After that defeat, he's still practicing. Also, Yuu is cute! I'm hoping for Arata x Yuu. |
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| @Darth_InVader He was jealous when he went to see Taichi...and basically said, Chihaya isn't yours, so I'm making a move. |
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| Went from "He's faking the fever for the qualifiers, isn't he?" to "Oh, guess Taichi wouldn't play that dirty" to "Nevermind". Kinda sucks that Chihaya can't even enjoy the trip anymore after finding out lol Taichi stepped up his karuta game and now Arata's stepping up his Chihaya game. Lots of pieces being moved rn. |
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