This is my first review ever. I didn't think an anime would move me so much to the point of actually writing a review. This anime is truly a breath of fresh air and completely different from your cliche high school romance/shoujo/seinen animes. Josei doesn't even describe this anime. I'd say it's drama, psychological, historical, heartwarming, tragic, bittersweet, and so much more!
This season continues to develop the already S1 story present. It develops so well providing better art, character development, closure, subtle hints of foreshadowing, emotion-provoking episodes that I couldn't get enough of. The pacing of this anime is just perfect. Not too rushed & not too slow.
Characters 10/10:
I became so heavily invested in the characters this season. I think I see old people as extremely adorable hence I enjoyed every moment of Kikuhiko. Some people seemed to be annoyed with Yota, but HE IS IRREPLACEABLE. I think because of him the story progressed and allowed the characters to change. He is literally the savior & I am so proud of what he does in the series. He is the reason Rakugo continues to evolve.
Enjoyment 10/10:
This was my first time being introduced to Rakugo. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. The VA's do a phenomenal job in their roles and I couldn't ask for more. The studio team did an excellent job producing this anime. The flow of the anime, the OPs/EDs for both seasons, the blending of scenes, the music, the ambiguity, the closure, just everything is perfect.
Everyone watch it. Be patient as this anime has a lot of life lessons you can take with you. Story 10/10