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Oct 26, 2010 1:41 AM

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It's funny how people are saying this is rushed, I think it's moving at a fantastic pace. Anime works differently people, you need to understand that.
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Feb 4, 2011 7:00 AM

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OH MY. THEY KISSED. FINALLY ♥ IT WAS EFFIN’ AMAZING. ‘NUFF SAID.

It was time their real romance started~
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Feb 9, 2011 12:37 PM

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I settled down in front of my laptop with a bowl of food, and the kiss surprised me so much that I actually dropped my fork. The whole episode was surprising, I totally loved it. Liked how Chiaki went on stage, got back and hugged her, you could practically see how he wanted to do it better this time. He's on a roll! Them walking into the forest of perverts at the end cracked me up, had to replay it.

I also liked how all of Nodame's doubts about her abilities were disproven one by one, first the kid saying that he was laughing about her mouth movements, and then the new start with her new sensei (with the help of the mogya mogya-musical, hahaha). What I like about her is that she stays true to herself and kinda independent despite of her adoration; going off on her own in the museum was really cute.
Apr 21, 2011 12:10 PM

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Anisamar said:
OH MY. THEY KISSED. FINALLY ♥ IT WAS EFFIN’ AMAZING. ‘NUFF SAID.

It was time their real romance started~

Apr 27, 2011 11:24 AM
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GREAT EPISODE!

i am loving this season SO much more than 1st one :D the development is EXCELLENT!

chiaki is finally acknowledging his feelings for her, finally!

the last scene was funny and cute :D
Jun 30, 2011 4:31 PM

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Finally they kiss and that was her reaction??!?! unbelievable
*sigh* that Chiaki is such a tsundere boy (wait are there even tsundere boys or is there a proper term for it?) but finally he is starting to respond to Nodame's love

kikoushi said:
gdrocks said:
in the drama they called the forest the hentai forest it was so funny but in the anime they didnt translate what it said in the signs


I think it was written on the sign^^

LOL i thought i was the only one that noticed the "Perv crossing" sign
Jul 27, 2011 10:30 PM
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OMG, finally there's some romance going on. The kiss was really unexpected! The hug after the concert was obviously coming, and that was one of the cutest scenes in anime history. :D
Mar 14, 2012 3:58 PM

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the kiss sucked. the hug was excellent and the holding hands. i too like the progression of this anime.

Lulexiaa said:
BEST EPISODE YET!!!!!

I SCREAMED WHEN CHIAKI KISSED HER!

ALSO.. IT WAS SO AMAZING WHEN THEY WERE HOLDING HANDS AT THE END T_T

THIS SHOW IS SO MUCH LIKE ITAZURA NA KISS.. BUT WIHTOUT THE INSTRUMENTS..XD


ahh makes me want to rewatch itazura na kiss
Apr 12, 2012 11:11 PM

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How interesting, the two are almost always on opposite ends of the emotional spectrum; when one wants to be romantic, the other is never in the mood for it. I guess that's what makes the actual moments where they're on the same page that much more meaningful.
Oct 23, 2012 2:02 PM

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Yess development! :D
Mar 16, 2013 1:08 AM

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Are people slow? The kiss was supposed to suck, he rushed in at the wrong moment and she rejected it, it wasn't supposed to be sensual or steamy. I think people who read the manga are upset that it's not including every frame, because I think it's moving at a terrific pace, perhaps a little faster than last season but without giving much up from what I can see.

The hug occurred when Nodame was feeling better about things in her life, and the moment was just better. Props to Chiaki for not getting mad at her being mad prior.

I think this season is going as well as the last one, in some ways the condensed schedule seems to be making every moment more eventful and vibrant. I also love whoever the hell is pushing these nightlife drinking/sexual innuendos this season, maybe Paris is making it come out.

This show is friggin' brilliant.
May 3, 2013 6:31 AM

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Great. First kiss in the middle of season 2 -_-
May 16, 2013 11:57 PM

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That first kiss was horrible.
Completely unexpected and at the wrong time and mood.
And he didnt redeem it when he could have at the end
May 26, 2013 5:53 AM

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Great episode, chiaki finally realizing he likes nodame :)
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Jun 19, 2013 4:25 PM

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That kiss was unexpected and didn't had the reaction I was looking for although that ending did so I'm happy they finally made some decent development!
Jun 27, 2013 12:53 AM

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Whoa.. The kiss was so abrupt.. Funny how Chiaki did it out of nowhere..
Anyway, still preferred where they're holding hands. Much more sweeter than their kiss..

And Star Wars references were hilarious.. XD
Aug 24, 2013 7:17 PM

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this episode was really good xD
That kiss :) hopefully things can only get better for nodame from here on XD
Sep 6, 2013 8:18 AM

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Poor Nodame :/ The kiss was so unexpected, esp. coming from Chiaki. And it was Nodame who pushed him away, well can't blame her. She is having it rough... This anime is teaching me so much to stuff, I normally wouldn't bother listening and thinking about...

So he was talking at her facial expressions, and not at her play; the kid is not bad. I love Nodame's thoughts and imaginations.

I noticed something; while the former season was more about music - incredible music with little drama and minimum romance, this one is focusing lesser on music and more on characters, drama and romance aspect. Nonetheless, I love it.

He hugged her! Now he wants her instead, while she is relying less on him xD
Sep 21, 2013 9:34 PM

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Love this episode! XD Wahhhh.
They're really getting together! >.<

♥ ♥ ♥
Feb 22, 2014 6:18 AM

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Ah, phew!!! Finally!!! Although it's a bit sad it didn't have the effect Chiaki wanted! I think he wanted to help her out and calm her down in a way but it didn't really work out this way!!! The hug was really sweet, though, and the ending with them holding hands was cute, too!!!! ^^

I hope Nodame will pull through this and succeed! But above all, I hope she realizes what her true desires are! Because let's be honest, if she doesn't want to be a pianist, she won't be able to put much enthusiasm or energy into it!!! I can totally relate to that!! Just another theme that I love in this anime!!! ^^
Mar 27, 2014 7:15 AM

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This Series is a pain for me. But i need to watch it till the end
Mar 30, 2014 11:45 AM

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Well, Chiaki didn't choose the right time to kiss her xD
But everything have got back in order :)

As I thought, Nodame had tough time at that school. Also, that little kid is a public danger x)

Chiaki return back with his old orchestra and do well. The member have forgave him for his misdemeanor.

All seem for the best, but Chiaki still haven't met Viella yet D:
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Apr 18, 2014 8:01 AM

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"You'll be holding your baton." Yeah...I thought of something else lmao!

It's official yay! OTP!
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May 1, 2014 7:12 PM

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Finally some romance. I think the music was heavily relied on for the first season, but not enough romance. We are finally getting what we have waited for. I nearly died when he kissed her in the beginning. DIED. When Nodame didn't react, I was like "Wait did that really happen?"!

Holding hands... Just. Omg. I freaked out this episode. I'm so happy.
Jun 2, 2014 6:23 AM
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So, this has been bothering me for a while now... Who are the two dudes in the painting at 19:13?

They've been popping up here and there in other episodes as well, for example the cosplayers at 06:03 in episode 2 and the poster at 19:45 in episode 8.

Edit: Never mind, I found out.
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Jul 29, 2014 1:56 AM

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Chiaki isn't as smooth as I thought he was lol. That kiss in that mood was pretty bad. The hug after his concert totally made up for it though.

I'm liking the new season but it isn't as good as the first. There's not enough music and the time seems to be skipping so quickly. Might check out the manga after this.
Sep 9, 2014 12:36 AM

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He kissed her... And she had no reaction.
He hugged her... And she died .

Smoooooooth move Chisaki :3
nodame is just plain unpredictable :3 just like her playing style
Sep 11, 2014 7:07 PM

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Chiaki failed with that kiss lol. Seems like he's finally facing the fact that he likes Nodame.
Nov 15, 2014 1:25 PM

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Hiiii Nodame & Auclair are totally made for each other <3 as in a student - teacher relationship :'3 yuss

Omfg. I loved this episode so much because IT finally happened! :D:D:D:D
Dec 2, 2014 11:20 AM
Apr 9, 2015 9:59 AM

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Good moment, but unfortunately, the kiss scene unnatural.
Oct 22, 2015 10:38 AM

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OMG Chiaki finally kissed her!!!!!!!!
Dec 10, 2015 8:38 AM
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That is one awkward kiss....but that hug, though <3
Master Yoda ahahaha. Cute ending~
Dec 28, 2015 12:29 AM

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Why are people complaining the kiss was unatural/wrong. I'm pretty sure it was intended to be that way.

Anyway, master Yoda. :3
Jan 3, 2016 1:22 AM
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Great episode. They are finally getting together :)
The kiss was awkward but it was probably intended to be that way. Also the ending was nice.
Feb 29, 2016 2:00 PM

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I'M ON THE HYPE TRAIN
hypehypehypehypehypehypehype

I just love Chiaki and Nodame together. They're perfect ♥
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Nov 11, 2016 5:40 AM

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Holy crap Chiaki went all in on Nodame.

The Force is strong with them.
May 29, 2017 6:11 AM

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He kissed her!
Too bad that he didn't do it again when she asked it in the end, but they are basically a couple now.
Aug 3, 2017 1:50 PM

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The ship is sailing! Yay!
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Aug 6, 2017 9:06 AM

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Awww. That episode was really cute,
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Sep 13, 2017 4:29 AM
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Finally, THE kiss! But - dissapointed. No reaction from her but she fainted when he hugged her. I'm glad they are progressing tho
Aug 19, 2018 6:43 AM

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"nude sculpture of a conductor?" pffffttt haha



I am shocked that was her reaction when they kissed, well at least it's not cliche? haha I'm just happy their relationship is progressing hehehuhu

AzureBlues said:
How interesting, the two are almost always on opposite ends of the emotional spectrum; when one wants to be romantic, the other is never in the mood for it. I guess that's what makes the actual moments where they're on the same page that much more meaningful.

well said!!


mcjazzman32 makes a good point that Nodame is falling behind, they really did seem on the same level in the first few episodes of season one. It certainly creates tension.
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Nov 9, 2018 6:40 PM

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That was pretty cute.

Dat hug knocked her out xD

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Apr 28, 2019 5:21 AM

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Wow, that kiss had terrible timing, it came out of nowhere, no idea what Chiaki was thinking lol. Nice reaction Nodame!
Aug 6, 2019 7:33 AM
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Stresemann's words are still ringing in Nodame's head, that she has to play really well in order to be with Chiaki. She wants everyone to like her piano, so that she could play with Chiaki, together. It's sweet that Chiaki admit his love finally though, they held hands at the end.
Jun 6, 2021 9:06 AM

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LOLLLLLLLL that was hilarious !! xD
Jul 28, 2021 5:51 PM

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Bruh, that Star Wars reference hahaha. I agree this episode was rushed again but its still kinda cute.
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