I think I’m in love. That was… AMAZING. From the animation to the music to the story. Exactly my type. And the ending too, it was hilarious.
Ahhhh, this is what I call a perfect first episode
That hit wayyy too close to home. This is the second time I’m watching this first episode and I’ve laughed and cried both times. This time, I’m continuing further!
This has to be one of the most mature shows I’ve ever watched. Most of the seinen stuff out there just feels a little bit too edgy to ever be taken as life advice. This right here feels real in just the right way.
There’s something about this show that resonates deeply within me, touching the very core of my being. Our protagonist, Handa, possesses a level of relatability that few characters across any medium have ever achieved. While many claim to find characters relatable, I often find myself disconnected from their experiences. Yet, Handa is different. His values, his conformity—they all mirror different facets of my own identity. Even his narcissistic tendencies strike a familiar chord within me, leaving me wondering if I’m one myself.
One aspect I’ve come to despise is the act of dreaming. And I don’t mean the kind that occurs when your head rests on a pillow. I’m referring to the aspirations we hold for the future. I find it difficult to derive solace from envisioning a reality that does not yet exist or may never come to pass. The disparity between thinking about the future and being present is striking. The future, by nature, is laden with complexity. We continually yearn to transcend our current circumstances, forever fixated on what lies ahead. Our imaginations soar, contemplating the boundless potential of where we could be.
However, there is also a profound beauty in living in the present. While the future may appear enticing with its endless possibilities, there is a certain peace and contentment to be found in embracing the now. It is in those moments when we truly immerse ourselves in the present that we discover the depth of our existence. When I see someone joyfully engaged in the present, uninhibited by thoughts of what lies ahead, it has a profound influence on me. These instances, where spontaneity and genuine enjoyment take precedence over future aspirations, are the ones that truly matter.
Handa’s final words to Naru, “When I see you having fun with no thought for anything else, it has an influence on me too. These are the moments that are important for me,” encapsulate the essence of cherishing the present. In his journey, Handa may have battled with his own narcissism and grappled with the allure of a future filled with grand aspirations. However, in the end, he recognized the significance of living in the moment and finding happiness in the simple joys of life. It is a reminder that while dreams and aspirations can inspire us, it is the present experiences and connections that truly shape our existence. Handa’s realization serves as a poignant reminder to embrace the present, for it is in these fleeting moments that we find true fulfilment.