+ A romance anime where you want them to kiss is always a good sign!
+ The comedy is solid! Some jokes really caught me by surprise, particularly those involving Nagatoro's friends.
+ Season 2 introduces some new, colourful characters, and they all do something to push the plot forward.
+ The ending theme is great! A catchy blend of energetic rock instrumentals and cutesy J-pop vocals.
~ The story is cliché at its best, and predictable at its worst. Think of any stereotypical anime rom-com plot, and you are bound to find it somewhere in this show.
~ Naoto can be a frustrating protagonist to watch, especially because he often resists his own desires and slows the plot down.
~ I know the show is supposed to have a masochistic edge, but Nagatoro physically hitting Naoto is, uh... not very funny or romantic, to say the least.
~ This show is EXTREMELY trashy, loaded with embarrassing encounters and fan service. Admittedly, Nagatoro is trashy by design; the clichés and fan service are a big part of its appeal. But viewers looking for something more substantial will be left disappointed.
= Season 2 slightly improves on its predecessor by leaning into a softer romance story, but retains Season 1's lack of originality and blatant fetishism. That said, I *did* enjoy this season! It is the anime equivalent of sugary junk food. While it's hard to outright recommend to everyone, Nagatoro S2 is definitely a fun guilty pleasure.
