Instead, we are given what's technically a prequel. I like it, and if you like Kimiuso, you would probably like it.
Whereas Kimiuso is mostly from the perspective of Kousei, I think this Kimiuso: Moments seems to be from the perspective of an adult.
* We see how the picture of a younger Kaori and Kousei was taken.
*We see the lives of the younger Kosei, Takeshi, and Emi. We get to learn what motivated them to play the piano, and what makes them continue trying to improve.
*The cliche of putting the hours of deliberate practice is exemplified when Takeshi learned how many hours of practice Kosei does.
*We also learn that in pursuing our goal, we should not forget to have fun.
*Emi's playing reminds me of how Kaori played the violin: off-tempo and focusing on the performance. She has a crush on him, and she could've been his girl given another set of circumstances.
*Tsubaki and Watari are probably meant for each other. They were briefly shown, and they seem to have better chemistry.
Interestingly enough, this OVA uses the first opening and ending songs. Now when I listen to the opening song, it feels rather optimistic, which is exactly the tone of this OVA. It returns to the feelings of the idyllic childhood when all our desires were simple.
It's a level below the main anime series but worth a watch nonetheless as far as I'm concerned.
