![]()
I am actually a little surprised that I liked this series as much as I did. When I first started this series, I thought it would be a solid series, but nothing noteworthy. The story is nice though typical for the high-school romance genre. However, I think what won me over are the characters and the art. The characters are amusing, well-developed, and fit nicely within the series. The main character Sawako is especially likable, having a level of innocence that is very endearing, plus her voice fits the character very well. The art not only fits the show very nicely, but it also matches each scene. Throughout the series, the art style changes from a more realistic style to a much simpler version during some of the more comedic moments. These changes help enhance the feelings and emotions that each scene attempts to portray, which I think made the show even more enjoyable than it would have been otherwise. It's a good thing that there's a second season, as I would like to see how the various romances continue to develop.
Kimi ni Todoke is a very heartwarming series, sure to appease fans of high-school romance. It does have some chick-flick moments that may cause some to roll their eyes, yet they didn't deter my ability to enjoy the show. With great art, characters, and even nice opening and ending sequences, Kimi ni Todoke is a 9/10 (Outstanding) for me.
