| Nichijou is my absolute favourite comedy, but I don't think this show is "trying hard" to be like it. I think it's doing its own thing. Sure, comparisons can't be avoided but I prefer to enjoy it without fixating on something that isn't necessarily true. Same happened with AOT and Kabaneri. People were bitching about latter being AOT clone. I disagreed there too. Fixating on such things IMO only ruins the experience as you focus on being offended (lol) rather than having a good time. |
| A similar show on the same genre =/= trying to be nichijou. If that's the case then the gazillion isekai shows every season is "trying to be" Inuyasha. |
| The most important differences, the reasons why I enjoyed the first episode of Shikanoko way more than the first and only episode of Nichijou I've watched, are: - Nichijou is completely random, Shikanokonoko is randomness with a theme (deers) - Nichijou is impossible to enjoy if you don't find it super funny, Shikanokonokonoko can be enjoyed just for the cute retards doing cute retard things |
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| Shikanoko is quite self-aware about its structure and parallels with Nichijou; as well as the overuse of deer jokes. And this thread is somewhat what it tried to achieve by implementing the parallels. While the parallels are unignorable, Nichijou and Shikanoko are quite different. Nichijou is not an absurdist comedy rather a situational comedy by exaggerating fairly relatable scenarios a.k.a parody. Also Koshitan is the only character on the viewers side. The contrast she creates is half of the comedic side of the story. I like Nichijou more but I don't mind whatever Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan is trying to do.
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| Thought the same thing, just a few minutes in xD It's kinda blatant... IF this really is a calculated move or even a Homage , I don't know if it actally is helpful, forcing the audience to constantly compare it with a Kyoto-Ani classic. I think it hurts its popularity. |
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Reply to Mepa
I think you're being a bit too harsh on Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan. While the comparisons to Nichijou are understandable given their similar comedic styles, it's important to recognize that each show brings its own unique elements to the table. The MC's role as a "straight man" might seem like it's over-explaining now, but this could be a deliberate choice to set the tone for the series and distinguish its humor from that of Nichijou.
Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan doesn't need more episodes or time to prove itself. From the first episode alone, it's clear that the show has a unique charm and style. The self-awareness and explanation of the weirdness might be a part of its appeal, making it accessible to a wider audience without compromising its humor. Instead of seeing this as a flaw, it can be appreciated as a different approach to comedy.
Let's enjoy Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan for what it is rather than comparing it too closely to Nichijou. The show stands strong on its own merits and offers a fresh take on the genre.
Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan doesn't need more episodes or time to prove itself. From the first episode alone, it's clear that the show has a unique charm and style. The self-awareness and explanation of the weirdness might be a part of its appeal, making it accessible to a wider audience without compromising its humor. Instead of seeing this as a flaw, it can be appreciated as a different approach to comedy.
Let's enjoy Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan for what it is rather than comparing it too closely to Nichijou. The show stands strong on its own merits and offers a fresh take on the genre.
| @Mepa Damn, good observations. For my part, I just needed this type of show to lighten my mood. Not everything has to be all serious and dramatic. Life already has plenty of that to deal with. Think of it as a sort of therapy, just watching for fun and relaxation. |
| It is very try hard |
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| me when i watched only 3 anime |
| The author of Shikanoko has probably never even heard of Nichijou since pretty much no one remembers or cares about it in Japan. |
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| This is a meme show |
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| I liked the first episode, the second one on the other hand.... |
| I agree. I genuenly tried to understand why people praise this, but... No, I can't take this moronic show anymore. The entire plot is based around tormenting the MC, by creating this absurd reality, where stupidity is the correct way. Nichijou was great, because it was an actual parody of Anime. This is just making low effort jokes, that are only "funny", because they're chaotic. My original comparision idea for this anime was Maria Holic btw, where the story took place in an absurd world/situation. But there, the jokes actually worked, because Kanako was the one, who kept getting punished for doing stupid things and not the ones, who were sensible. ( https://myanimelist.net/anime/5030/Maria%E2%80%A0Holic ) For a western comparison, I think the closest thing to this train wreck would be Uncle Grandpa. It had the similar concept of the stupid MC kept getting their way, despite how illogical it always been. And yes... Uncle Grandpa isn't a show, that is praised for it's greatness... ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncle_Grandpa ) |
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