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Jul 15, 2012 7:01 PM

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I shed very MANLY TEARS through out the whole show, I marathoned it which i don't do often. I HIGHLY recommend it and will immediately buy the blu-ray NISamerica just released. But I did HATE Yukiatsu with a passion. But i had a soft spot for everyone else
Jul 16, 2012 8:21 AM

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I love this final episode the most.. Finally, everyone's feelings are not bottled up in themselves again. And now they can move on.

It's amazing how at first I was kind of annoyed with Menma and until now I actually like Menma for her kindness, she really has a big heart.

I've enjoyed watching this series, really a great show about friendships, dealing with the death of a loved one and accepting the past, moving on with life.
Jul 17, 2012 9:16 AM

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Great final episode! It was very emotional. Made me cry. ;_; I think my fav character was probably Yukiatsu. I have a thing for crazy cross-dressers, I guess. lol


Overall, I gave this series a 7/10.


Jul 24, 2012 6:58 AM

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Damn this was defiantly a great anime very emotional but ow so wonderful! Bye Menma we'll miss you!
Jul 26, 2012 3:13 AM

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i wonder if menma reincarnate to that flower.. this series makes me cry.. 5/5

Jul 26, 2012 4:56 AM

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I just marathoned this anime yesterday.

What a very moving series. I haven't cried this hard at an anime since watching ef-a tale of melodies. The story in this anime was really powerful and I couldn't have asked for a better, happier ending.
Jul 26, 2012 6:55 PM

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It was a good ending, a little overly sappy though. The series got better as it went on but I would have liked if they'd shown how Menma died.
Jul 27, 2012 7:39 AM

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i kind of felt bad that I didn't shed a tear while watching this series [i don't know why O.O] but nonetheless its an awesome watch.
ohhhh, the pain of unrequited love. [Honey x Clover, Ayu's story was really hard to watch, too >_<]
Jul 28, 2012 5:31 PM

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When I first started this series, I posted that bitter sweet endings are my secret addiction. This anime definitely didn't disappoint in that aspect. A great ending that makes me tear up with emotion but makes my heart beat with satisfaction.

Great anime. 9.5/10 rounded to 10/10
Aug 16, 2012 12:42 AM

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For a moment I thought Menma was actually going to stay.

Though that would have messed up my fav pairings of AnaruXJintan and TsurukoXYukiatsu.
Aug 17, 2012 9:39 PM

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Okay, I just finished watching this series, and I didn't feel cry at all throughout the entire thing (I only felt a little sad). Should I feel bad (reason why is in my list)?
Aug 18, 2012 4:28 PM
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Just finished watching this again, but this time with my mom and sister. They enjoyed it almost as much as I.

"It's just...a bad dream! Wake up, wake up...!"
Aug 20, 2012 7:05 PM

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This anime was adorable, and in its own way perfect. Ive cried of course, not just at the end, since its a very moving anime. But after all its really inspiring, and optimistic. =)
Aug 22, 2012 12:22 AM

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I didn't cry :(
I love Secret Base though.
‎"Our everyday lives may, in fact, be a series of miracles." - Nichijou
Aug 29, 2012 10:57 PM

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Kinda sad that 90% of the characters' problems could be fixed by "there's other fish in the sea". But that's teenage love, I guess.

It was a little overdramatic for me. Same problem as Toradora's final eps, then. When everyone was crying in front of the shrine, that was actually pretty laughable. Having five out of the six main characters crying and confessing at the same time? I don't think any director can pull that off. Not to mention no one responded after the actual confessions.

Wish the anime focused on other things than just (romantic) relationships, the characters all had many more problems that the show just conveniently not focused on. That was a bit disappointing. Menma was fun, though. And the only non-cry-baby.

Was going to give it an 8, final ep dragged it down to a 7 for me.
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Sep 4, 2012 2:08 AM

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I absolutely LOVED the episode and anime. Emotional impact and bawled my eyes out ever since Kobato. The ending was better than Tasogare Otome x Amnesia. Should have been like this. So sad that Menma had to leave but it was better than her staying like Yuuko. I can't wait for the movie to be released and this had got to be one of my favorite animes of all time.
Sep 8, 2012 7:51 AM

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Great conclusion to a great series. Glad it all worked out in the end. Haven't cried for the rest of the episodes, but tears came out when Menma left behind the letters for everyone under the tree. Coupled together with the ED song, it was just heartbreaking.

Really bittersweet, when they could see Menma. Fortunately, they could all accept the truth as what it is, sincerely bidding farewell with Menma and moving on with their lives in the positive manner.

Too much emotions to be had with this anime, and i really enjoyed it. Was planning to give it 9/10, but this final episode seals the deal for me and raises it to perfect score. To end off, i'll just quote 1 line from the ED song (which i absolutely love), "Thanks for the memories."
Sep 10, 2012 7:16 PM

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this was so sadd.. ;-; espicially the ending. the story was great
and the characters were also good. 11 episodes but perfect for this anime :P
loved it! tears in my eyes. :'(
Sep 13, 2012 8:15 AM
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I had to pause it several times because I couldn't see while crying. :P
I specially loved the part where everyone got a note from Menma and they finally got to see her.
A very touching yet satisfying end to a wonderful series. :')
Sep 17, 2012 8:13 AM
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yeah, was very touching esp when jinta got his letter, an they all started screaming "are you here?" while crying basically

one thing they didnt explain tho, from the first episode, when menma was screaming jinta, or maybe i missed it?
Sep 19, 2012 5:26 PM
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This series is so great , Bye bye menma :") 10/10
Oct 1, 2012 8:13 AM

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I didn't cry because it seems it's kinda forced. Anyways, nice series though it's somewhat boring at times.


I'm glad those love triangle relationships are kinda fixed(I don't know about Anaru and Jinta).


Oct 4, 2012 5:02 AM

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This is the best kind of ending I can think about. I was crying when they found Menma, a sad episode but it's liberatory, they can move on with their lives.
9/10
I would give a 10, but I feel some sad parts were forced on viewers.
Oct 6, 2012 2:38 PM

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The ending made me shed my manly tears
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Oct 10, 2012 8:23 AM

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I feel a bit disappointed that the wish was to make Jintan cry.

The ending was good though, we get to see why the series was named like that.
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Oct 14, 2012 11:44 PM

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ending was satisfying, like someone said, it's hard to create a good ending even with 26 episodes to work with but Ano Hana managed it with just 11 eps.

Haruka Tomatsu has the best crying voice ever. She fcking kicked me in the balls with Aoba in Cross Game, and she did it again with Anjou in this anime.

last ep catapulted this anime from an 8/10 to a 10/10
Oct 16, 2012 1:21 PM

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I am a life long anime fan and surprisingly this is my first post ever on any anime forum. I've been on binge of anime marathons this past week, catching up on anime that I haven't seen such as Steins;Gate, Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Usagi Drop and all because I got hooked on K-ON. (Some of the best anime I've seen in a long long time) I just finished Ano Hana last night, and re-watched the ending this morning. I could not stop the tears and after I realize that I need talk to other people about it. Or least be more involved with like minded avid watchers. It hit me hard, about how friends grow up and fall apart (not always) but for me seeing how a group like that to get back together. It was a bittersweet moment when Menma said "you found...me" and disappeared. It hurts to know that are people who go through those losses in life, and just wish happiness for everyone of them. And just hope, the Menma's they lost in their lives, they will be reunited again someday. And I believe they will. Thank you Ano Hana! Thank you Menma!
Oct 16, 2012 3:21 PM

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i also rewatched the last ep, it gets me everytime as well.

you should check out Clannad, Clannad Afterstory and Cross Game.
Oct 18, 2012 11:25 PM

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Oh my god. This episode was VERY touching and VERY sad...

I'm still crying... a lot.

I'm so glad they all could see her again.

This series was too good, 10/10, and WILL rewatch.

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Oct 18, 2012 11:32 PM

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kightzeareau said:
I am a life long anime fan and surprisingly this is my first post ever on any anime forum. I've been on binge of anime marathons this past week, catching up on anime that I haven't seen such as Steins;Gate, Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Usagi Drop and all because I got hooked on K-ON. (Some of the best anime I've seen in a long long time) I just finished Ano Hana last night, and re-watched the ending this morning. I could not stop the tears and after I realize that I need talk to other people about it. Or least be more involved with like minded avid watchers. It hit me hard, about how friends grow up and fall apart (not always) but for me seeing how a group like that to get back together. It was a bittersweet moment when Menma said "you found...me" and disappeared. It hurts to know that are people who go through those losses in life, and just wish happiness for everyone of them. And just hope, the Menma's they lost in their lives, they will be reunited again someday. And I believe they will. Thank you Ano Hana! Thank you Menma!


I completely agree with you and that's how I felt about the series as well. While I didn't have a friend's death come between me and my friends, I will admit I have parted ways with quite a few friends in my time. Many of which it wasn't even anything personal. It's just life. I moved around, jumped from place-to-place, as did my friends with their own lives. I know after watching Ano Hana, I contacted two of my best friends from my childhood, including the first friend I ever made. I was really amazed we parted ways and didn't stay in-touch because we do have so much in common, even to this day.

Honestly, this series essentially made me feel bad for not trying harder with the friends I parted ways with. It's pretty crazy when something as simple as an anime can move you in such a way.
Oct 19, 2012 10:08 PM

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Didnt shed a single tear the whole series until Menma left them their letters then i just couldn't help it. You know what's coming but it's still sad 10/10
Oct 25, 2012 8:21 PM
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Is it safe to say that Anaru & Jinta got together?

I was about to flip shit if it didn't show them somehow getting together.
Oct 29, 2012 4:04 PM
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I'm so glad I decided to watch this show, I loved it and the ending was very nice.

Mattt said:
Is it safe to say that Anaru & Jinta got together?

I was about to flip shit if it didn't show them somehow getting together.

I think it's safe to say you could interpret it however you want. My interpretation is that Anaru and Jinta get together and Tsuruko and Yukiatsu get together and they all live happily ever after.
Oct 29, 2012 8:09 PM
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ohhey said:
I'm so glad I decided to watch this show, I loved it and the ending was very nice.

Mattt said:
Is it safe to say that Anaru & Jinta got together?

I was about to flip shit if it didn't show them somehow getting together.

I think it's safe to say you could interpret it however you want. My interpretation is that Anaru and Jinta get together and Tsuruko and Yukiatsu get together and they all live happily ever after.


It would be beyond amazing if they could do an OVA for this showing the relationships after the anime.
Nov 1, 2012 5:25 PM

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Mattt said:
It would be beyond amazing if they could do an OVA for this showing the relationships after the anime.

I would love to watch that. ;_;
Nov 2, 2012 6:06 PM

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Those characters and their stories I will remember forever! So emotional, so touching.. and so good!
I am almost sad it's over now! Yes, there was little too much crying in the last ep but the ending was the best!

Everyday let's look for a flower they saw that day :)
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Nov 4, 2012 8:14 AM

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Like others have said, once the letters came into play, I couldn't stop myself anymore. That was just too fucking sad. I didn't think it was 'forced' at all, personally. The whole show built up to the last scene with superb character development, and then it all hits you at said scene. And what a scene. One of the most emotional scenes and shows I've ever seen in my life. One of the easiest 10s I've ever given, and number 5 in my favorites. Well worth the marathon.

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Nov 14, 2012 4:07 AM

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It was impossible not to cry .Great series 10/10
Nov 16, 2012 1:26 AM

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so damn sad. i think i balled my nose more than my eyes ;P

lol

bye menma ♥

"You found...me..." ^_^
Nov 16, 2012 8:55 AM

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A lot of manly tears were shed at the end of this episode and this series.

Can't wait for that upcoming movie.
Nov 20, 2012 5:59 PM

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Amazing!
Nov 23, 2012 6:18 AM

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well this is gonna affect me for the rest of my life :'(
20/10
Nov 24, 2012 11:14 AM

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T.T

bye bye Menma
Dec 25, 2012 12:21 PM

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This marks the end of an amazing series
Both the episode and the series were so sad :'(
Definitely a 5/5 for the episode
and a 9/10 for the series
Dec 29, 2012 8:27 PM
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So everything even her own death was Menma's fault to begin with...She planned everything for the promise she made with "Oba-san" to make Jintan cry.

And since she died and crashed all of her friends' lifes coz of her own fault , she came back to fix her fault and her friends' lifes.

10 episodes of theories on my brain about "who is actually responsible of Menma's death" , finalized with a final episode that shows it was herself.
Dec 30, 2012 5:29 AM
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Cried in every episode, bawled during the last few scenes, sobbed for a half hour after finishing it.

50/10
Jan 4, 2013 10:16 PM

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i love it :D

though there were some things that were left out and force.

they didn't show what happened to her parents, was her mom been able to move on?

so they do have their own intentions bottling inside of them.

it's obvious they didn't do the rocket for Menma's wish.

it was because they wanted her to be gone and not be reminded of them forever.

Tsurumi vs Anaru is intense!!

Tsurumi already saw both Anaru and Masuyuki plotting since the beginning.

then wtf she pulled a 180, there was no replacement for Matsuyuki then all of a sudden she wanted to be the replacement all along and was jealous of Anaru O______O

i was surprised with Poppo

so he actually travel all around the world, so that he won't be reminded of that scene.

everyone was crying, it felt like im in a funeral O_O



ahahaha Naruko has two lashes XD

Poppo is right, she already has a big lash XD

all of sudden they're laughing and it's okay?!?!?

come on now!

then wtf Matsuyuki is all goody with Jintan calling him leader,

very surprising to hear Tsurumi say that busters line XD

so Menma's wish is a promise from Jintan's mother to make Jintan cry since all those sadness is building up within him??

what the hell, so you get yourself killed because of that?!

at least Menma wrote a lot for the Super Peace Busters team!!



come out now Menma!!



the weird part is Menma suddenly disappears then reappears to everyone?

it would have been good if everyone had forgiven each other and Menma appears as her true wish all along



that bastard Jintan giving Naruko and acting like nothing has happened

very surprising the two delinquents friend of Naruko is protecting her XD

im just glad she didn't went to Matsuyuki :P



Tsurumi ignoring Matsuyuki XD



Poppo

reading, guess he went back to school?



despite hating Jintan on how he treated Naruko, i like his hair here :P



everyone's waiting for you silly boy :P



Super Peace Buster!!!



the series was good, but it would have been better if they added 11 more episodes and change Menma's wish to make everyone resolve and don't blame themselves for the death of her.

not to mention there were scenes where they forced themselves to cry just because it's sad.

i love the last episode where it's actually appropriate to cry and be mad.

love the music and animation of the series

A-1 Pictures did an amazing job here!!!!

i also didn't know that Saori Hayami sang the ED of this series as well as voice Tsurumi!!

i love her voice as Saki Morimi in Eden of the East :D

in fact Jintan actually look like Akira Takizawa in Eden of the East XD

surprise Tsurumi didn't fall in love with Jintan XD

9/10 we need more of this please!!
Jan 11, 2013 5:39 AM

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that was the saddest ive been since watching a film by makoto shinkai, brilliant
10/10
Jan 12, 2013 9:27 PM
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Manly tears....


I cant believe this anime did that to me, 1st one I say. Clannad did not turn on my waterworks like this one did, nooooo sirreeee. This anime sure deserves a 10/10. No doubt.
Jan 13, 2013 11:58 PM
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*sniff* menmaaaaa... T^T
only anime that can make me cry and feel happy at the same time...
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