I loved that it was a slow burn romance and the main characters didn't felt a need to rush their relationship. It felt more real because of these small details.
I also loved the friendships between the girls. They where so different, but found common grounds and became a tight friend group that supported each other. Yes, some dramas between the regarding love interests was there. However, it was valid and in the end, wasn't even too bad of a deal. I mean...it wasn't exactly a "I will destroy you socially" or anything like that. Which I loved.
As for the characters. They where lovely. In general, there where non I hated. But the one's I loved most was:
Firstly, Mitsumi, our main character...and what a strong and funny main character we got! I mean, she moved to Tokyo from the country-side! That takes courage and strength! Being a way from her family, friends and everything she was familiar with. Even though she had Nao, her supportive aunt that took care of her...it couldn't have been easy. Whenever she fell and failed, she picked herself up which is admirable. Plus, she was funny and I laughed a lot.
Next, Shima, the main guy in the story was also a good character and a great love interest. He wasn't pushy or so. He was a kind hearted boy that really was a good support to Mitsumi. He also had his own things going on, which added a bit more depth to him outside his relation with Mitsumi. However, I wish we could have dived a bit more into that. But I understand that the anime has more limits then mangas when it come to time so...
Nao, Mitsumi's aunt was really sweet. I loved her character and her support in making Mitsumi having a fun time while being in Tokyo. Wish we could have had more of her.
Besides the love, friendship and the characters, I really loved how this show made the school festival. The play Mitsumi's class made was great and made this show a 9 instead of a 8 for me. I'm a huge fan of "The Sound of Music", so I was happy that it basically put that play in there instead of "Cinderella" or "Snow White" that I usually see in these type of shows. Also glad that they made Shima play John/Rolf instead of the Captain. That he didn't need to be the main star, but more of a side role and a character with some moral dilemmas.
In the end, "Skip to Loafer" was a fun anime that got me back into anime after a very long time. It was funny, romantic and sweet. I couldn't give it a full 9 because it lacked that little something I couldn't put my finger on. Still, I hope they make another season for this show. Because I sure will watch more of it!
