Fruits Basket 1st Season

Tooru Honda has always been fascinated by the story of the Chinese zodiac that her beloved mother told her as a child. However, a sudden family tragedy changes her life, and subsequent circumstances leave her all alone. Tooru is now forced to live in a tent, but little does she know that her temporary home resides on the private property of the esteemed Souma family. Stumbling upon their home one day, she encounters Shigure, an older Souma cousin, and Yuki, the "prince" of her school. Tooru explains that she lives nearby, but the Soumas eventually discover her well-kept secret of being homeless when they see her walking back to her tent one night.

Things start to look up for Tooru as they kindly offer to take her in after hearing about her situation. But soon after, she is caught up in a fight between Yuki and his hot-tempered cousin, Kyou. While trying to stop them, she learns that the Souma family has a well-kept secret of their own: whenever they are hugged by a member of the opposite sex, they transform into the animals of the Chinese zodiac.

With this new revelation, Tooru will find that living with the Soumas is an unexpected adventure filled with laughter and romance.

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Souma, Kyou Main

Uchida, Yuuma Japanese

Honda, Tooru Main

Iwami, Manaka Japanese

Souma, Yuki Main

Shimazaki, Nobunaga Japanese

Souma, Hatsuharu Supporting

Furukawa, Makoto Japanese

Souma, Momiji Supporting

Han, Megumi Japanese

Souma, Shigure Supporting

Nakamura, Yuuichi Japanese

Souma, Ayame Supporting

Sakurai, Takahiro Japanese

Souma, Hatori Supporting

Okitsu, Kazuyuki Japanese

Hanajima, Saki Supporting

Satou, Satomi Japanese

Souma, Isuzu Supporting

Toyosaki, Aki Japanese

Cook, Justin Producer

Shimada, Akira Producer, Planning

Yamauchi, Mirai Producer

Takemura, Ippei Producer

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Jul 3, 2024

lavendertulip

Recommended

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Fruits Basket is always going to hold a warm place in my heart. It was my first manga and because of that I feel biased towards loving all content that comes from this series. When I first learnt they that TMS Entertainment was going to be remaking the show I was so excited.

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I was not ready for how pretty and lovingly drawn this anime is, I recommend it to anyone that loves slice of life dramas and even the supernatural. This is a show of tragedy so be aware of that, but don't let that stop you from embracing it.
In my opinion I didn't have a single episode I didn't enjoy and I was captivated the entire time by the stories and information being handed to me by the complex lives these characters have.

The Manga is something that I recommend all fans of the anime, read. There's plenty more unseen happenings.

Reviewer’s Rating: 9

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Feb 13, 2024

_Shara_

Mixed Feelings

Note: All my reviews are written after I've completed watching the entire season, never before.

"Fruits Basket" Season 1 rejuvenates the beloved story with modern animation and deeper character exploration, yet leaves something to be desired in pacing and romantic development. The season excels in showcasing the emotional depth of the Soma family and Tohru Honda, weaving intricate backstories that highlight themes of acceptance and resilience. Each episode adds layers to the complex tapestry of relationships and personal growth, making it a compelling watch.

However, the series' focus on side characters, while enriching the narrative fabric, often sidelines the development of Tohru and her future relationship. Fans ... longing for a romantic progression akin to "Kamisama Hajimemashite" may find the slow burn between the main characters a tad frustrating. Despite these moments of yearning for more, the episodes dedicated to characters like Hanajima offer delightful insights into friendship dynamics, standing out as memorable highlights.

Unfortunately, the music didn’t leave a lasting impression on me, blending into the background without significantly enhancing the emotional resonance of key scenes. This lack of memorable musical accompaniment (including the opening and ending themes) represents a missed opportunity in a series so rich in emotional depth.

Character development shines, particularly in episodes revealing Kyo and Yuki's vulnerabilities. Yet, the anticipation for significant romantic scenes frequently finds itself overshadowed by the series' broader focus. The introduction of the Zodiac members adds a mystical layer to the story, though at times, it feels like a double-edged sword, diluting the central narrative thread.

IN CONCLUSION:

Season 1 of "Fruits Basket" 2019 lays a solid foundation for emotional and narrative depth, with its strength lying in character development and thematic richness. However, the longing for more pronounced romantic elements and a tighter focus on the main characters' relationship leaves viewers like myself with mixed feelings. The season sets the stage for potential, promising a continuation that could hopefully address these desires. The blend of heartache and humor, alongside the promise of growth, keeps the series endearing and watchable, but with reserved expectations for the romantic storyline to unfold in future seasons.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Dec 3, 2024

Rohith1

Not Recommended

I would just like to keep this short....this is my first ever review

This anime was just flat-out boring, and the characters felt off. There were a few moments where I felt emotionally connected, but overall, the pacing was slow. The plot is small, but it was stretched across too many episodes, which made it hard to stay interested.

I feel like people watch it because of the hype, but just because someone else likes it doesn’t mean everyone will, or that we should pretend to like it too. The anime lacks excitement, and after a while, it’s easy to lose interest because nothing seems ... to happen.

They rely too much on emotional scenes, which eventually feel repetitive and even cringe-worthy. The character introductions were unnecessarily long, and they lost my attention right from the start. They could have made this into a few episodes and kept it to a single season.

It honestly could have been wrapped up in a short season or just skip most unnecessary episodes which is like most of them!!!

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

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