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Oct 14, 8:27 AM
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Only Natsume could be doing something so ordinary as making a flowerbed for his momma and STILL have to deal with youkai lmao. All because of the big coincidence of using that specific rock to make the flower bed did he get into this altercation with these shrine keepers. But yeah, now Natsume is on the biggest side quest of all time with this xD

Though, these type of episodes are always the best, because unlike usual where we have to deal with evil/unfriendly youkai, these are just gentle, nice youkai that just wanted to see their goddess happy to come to that shrine and be pleased with it. Thankfully, Natsume delivered, and the goddess came, and not only enjoyed her visit there, but even made the place more appealing by getting some flowers on those dead trees.

Look at my boy, man. He deserves some downtime like this every now and then.


Oct 14, 8:29 AM
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๐Ÿ… Tomato ๐Ÿ…

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Nice and wholesome episode. I have truly missed these vibes so much.

Those were some funny and troublesome yokai.

Well, I'm glad that Natsume was able to help them. They were so happy to see the Princess Shida again.

And Nyanko-sensei still cares most about sake, lol.

SerafosOct 14, 10:53 AM
Oct 14, 9:14 AM
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These was some demanding spirits but the got their treasure fixed and we got to see their princess which was nice.
Still destroying the flower bed wasn't that nice of them, it got fixed in the end tho.

Yet another nice peaceful episode.
Oct 14, 9:35 AM
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I Two Syaorans from Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE and TRC!!!
Oct 14, 2:50 PM
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Had me smirking for a while. Another wholesome episode.
Oct 14, 9:24 PM
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This week's episode is a nice, melancholic one. It's nice to see Natsume becoming more and more at ease with the Fujiwaras, and I thought those guardians were bad news before, but they turned out to be nice youkais who only wants to make the box garden mansion for their goddess to look presentable. It's nice that we got to see the goddess come back & enjoynthe guardians' dedication at making her little shrine presentable & worthy of her visit.
Oct 14, 9:37 PM
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My heart feels warm. Great episode. I'm glad Natsume has found his place with the Fujiwaras :)
Oct 15, 2:27 AM
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I love this anime so much
Deep dark fantasies
Oct 15, 2:52 AM
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๐ŸฅŠ CHAMPION ๐ŸฅŠ

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Natsume helped 5 Youkais to repair a mini-mansion for a Goddess!!!
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Oct 15, 4:33 AM
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shigeru is a confirmed teleporter!
i love this show so much! so I'm glad it's back
i havent finished watching episode two yet but i just found it funny that Shigeru suddenly dissapears from the frame
Oct 15, 5:08 AM
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I'm glad they got to visit the shrine in the box ๐ŸŒท
Oct 15, 6:24 AM
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Them using the same ost that is often used during scenes of the fujiwaras and scenes of Natsume's childhood days in the scene of the flowers blooming was genius. It really conveyed the feeling of new days and old days, new flowers and the memories of flowers of the past.

I love this series so much, it's so soothing, there's no other anime that gives me such a calm feeling. I'm so glad this beautiful show is back, Nyanko sensei was also super cute again this week๐Ÿ’—๐Ÿฅบ
Oct 15, 8:32 AM

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This was a nice episode, even better than the first. It's not often that we get to see a non-adventure collaborative project between Natsume and yokai with them roping him into fixing up their box shrine garden before they all plant seeds. Plus, the ending is spiritually rejuvenating and downright gorgeous with the beautiful yokai lady and the garden erupting with blooming flower petals. Hell, those petals were all 2D and I didn't even notice any animation-looping so either they went absolutely ham there, or they executed such a technique in such a way where it's exceptionally difficult to notice. That sequence feels like a technical marvel, even without being some explosive sakuga-fest.
Oct 15, 10:02 AM
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Beautiful and happy for the 5 guardian youkai. Not only the flowers but the person who cherishes it make it more precious memories.
Oct 15, 10:06 AM
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I want to know who voted for "dislike" it on this episode. If you don't like the vibe of Natsume I get it but to be 7 seasons in and not like a great episode like this just I need to know who๐Ÿ˜‚
Oct 15, 10:42 AM
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Seven seasons in and still delivering.
Oct 15, 11:31 AM
๐Ÿ… Tomato ๐Ÿ…

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Seven seasons in and still delivering.
@Tarrian Indeed. This could easily have 10+ seasons without getting boring.
Oct 15, 4:49 PM

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I always wonder how powerful Natsume is because some of the yokai he deals with are actual Gods.
Oct 15, 9:02 PM
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I don’t know what it is but I always feel so happy and nostalgic watching this series. This episode was all I could have hoped for. I love to see Natsume learning and being handy and crafty and all the while deepening relationships not only with his family but with the spirits. As usual it brought a tear to my eyes. I can’t wait until next week!
Oct 16, 2:31 PM

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Such Zen!
In its profundity, this is the refuge for a worn out soul.
Oct 16, 10:43 PM

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Finally back into the thick of his heart. This truly is the plot line I love
Oct 17, 8:16 AM
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Every day I live my silly little life, just so I can come to a new episode of Natsume's Book of Friends and cry.
Oct 18, 12:56 PM
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Beautiful episode, and I loved both the new opening and ending! Seeing all the characters once again felt so nostalgic, and it was great seeing Natsume add his own touch to the Fujiwara house :)
Oct 18, 6:10 PM
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Our boi pleased the Princess
Oct 19, 3:46 AM

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1st episode was better in terms of story and direction imo however i am glad that i could hear some awesome old osts that we heard in earlier seasons
Oct 19, 6:50 AM
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A garden, to see happiness. :' )
Oct 19, 6:53 PM

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Such a warm, cozy feeling. Love every minute of it.
MarkmeizterOct 19, 7:01 PM
โ€œAre there some unseen roles that we have unknowingly set ourselves into, dictating the rules of engagement whenever we see each other, inevitably leading to us hurting each other?โ€
Oct 19, 8:22 PM

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Nostalgia, so much of it. I want to run away to Natsume's world, like how he wants to run away to the miniature house.
Oct 26, 5:06 PM

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Even watching Natsume make flower beds and encounter trouble while doing so is fun. Shidahime sama looked beautiful and so did the flower blossom.
Oct 26, 5:07 PM

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Even watching Natsume make flower beds and encounter trouble while doing so is fun. Shidahime sama looked beautiful and so did the flower blossom.
Nov 6, 11:41 PM
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My favorite episode so far. The box protectors try so hard to make the miniature house nice even if they don't have the means. The result isn't fit for a goddess, but she appreciates the care they put into it. The combination of this pure love makes the house beautiful.
Nov 12, 1:38 AM

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Another amazing episode as always.
Nov 17, 3:39 AM

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What a magnificent flower field. I dream to have one like this.

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