The story of JnD is fair, it's style of storytelling is an innovation to the standard metric but it has its pitfalls. Due to its style of focusing in on a few characters each episode, the story is largely strong or weak based on the characters. The actual lack of plot is probably the biggest problem, with most of the important "stuff" that happens in the story being the result of flashbacks and not actions taken by the character in the present. This is not a damning problem though, because its short story format allows for this style of story telling. The ending is much much stronger than the first half and it's really enjoyable for that reason. The pacing is alright, and character development is something that is actually noticeable episode by episode.
I love the art is JnD. Each character feels distinctive due to their attention to detail and unique appearances. The small details bring an already appealing style up to a great standard. The sound is very good, with Kana Hanazawa doing a fantastic job.
Overall, this is a pretty enjoyable ride. It's not thrilling, deep, or dark edgy nine me. It's simple, silly, and it will make you feel content with its above average qualities. If you like short stories, you'll love this!
Story (6), Art (9), Sound (8), Character (8), Enjoyment (7) Overall (8)
