The plot is strong and the storytelling is well-crafted, although I still don't quite understand why Suirou refuses to interact directly with Nanami. I did feel that the pacing slowed down a bit during scenes heavy on dialogue, but overall, the episode was enjoyable from start to finish.

missychan

3 mo

Verified

van a la montaña kurama y el ambiente está horrible literalmente. aparece el jefe de los tengus y creeme que lo queres ver.

estrapoe

3 mo

Verified

I love the music and vibes man. Also, we forget that Nanami has a strong face card like girlie is pulling everyone.

Episode Context

Kamisama Kiss shifts gears with a change of scenery as the cast heads to Mount Kurama, bringing Kurama's past sharply into focus. This is a world-building episode at its core, expect the show to pull back the curtain on tengu society, its hierarchies, and the tensions simmering beneath the surface. Nanami and Tomoe are along for the ride, but this is really Kurama's story to carry, and the episode leans into his complicated feelings about the home he left behind. The tone balances the series' signature lighthearted comedy with genuine emotional weight, particularly around themes of loyalty, belonging, and what it means to lead. Pacing is deliberate, prioritizing character introductions and atmosphere over action, making it a setup episode that rewards patient viewers.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateFeb 24, 2015

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