Synopsis

Built like a brick wall, tall, muscular, and looking like he belongs in a fighting anime rather than a romance, Takeo Gouda is a total sweetheart, the type who'd rescue a kitten from a tree and then cry about how cute it was. His problem? Every girl he's ever liked has fallen for his best friend Makoto Sunakawa instead, who happens to look like a typical shoujo heartthrob. Then one day Takeo saves a girl named Rinko Yamato from a creep on the train, and she starts showing up in his life. Naturally, Takeo assumes she's into Suna, because that's how it always goes for him. So he tries to play wingman for the two of them while quietly dealing with his own feelings. The whole thing is this warm, genuinely funny 24-episode TV series by Madhouse where the romance doesn't rely on miscommunication dragging out for 20 episodes, but it finds its heart early and then just lets you enjoy watching these people be good to each other. The friendship between Takeo and Suna is honestly one of the best parts. If you liked the earnest energy of Kimi ni Todoke or the unconventional couple dynamic in Lovely★Complex, this hits a similar spot. Fans of Toradora will also find a lot to love here. It's the kind of show that leaves you feeling genuinely better after watching it.

Episode Guide

Oshimeter0-5960-7980-100Upcoming

Characters

Takeo Gouda

Kind, selfless giant with a scary face, Takeo is a protective and loyal friend.

Love Andrew

Makoto Sunakawa

Makoto Sunakawa: Takeo's handsome friend, often the unintentional rival for girls' affection, prioritizing Takeo's happiness above his own.

Baugus Bryson

Rinko Yamato

Rinko Yamato is a skilled baker who Takeo rescues; a sweet and kind girl.

Ballard Tia

MANGA BRIDGE

This season covers Chapters 1-29 of the manga. Continue reading from Chapter 30.

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blueblizzard★★★☆☆Anime6h

crazycatladyiszoe★★★★☆Anime1 mo

I loved this anime, the story line was so unique. I felt so attached to these characters. It was so sweet and emotional.

uorseucs★★★★★Anime2 mo

This is one of the most unique shoujo romance anime I've ever watched. While its essence is still the standard romance plot, the setting is very different from the general trend. To be fair, I never expected to see such a unique main lead. What I love the most about this series is the straightforwardness of the story. I also love how things progress quickly without dragging too much. I love how supportive the characters are, and I especially like how even the side characters develop alongside the main characters. Craftsmanship-wise, while I love how it looks, it's not the most visually impressive series. To be fair, it was released around a decade ago, so it's understandable that it looks a bit dated compared to its modern counterparts. Overall, I'd rate this series a 9/10.