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Oct 10, 2011 9:29 PM
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THIS IS AN ANIME ONLY DISCUSSION POST. DO NOT DISCUSS THE MANGA BEYOND THIS EPISODE.
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Love the OP, the ED is nice too
The no sponsor part was lolz
The characters feel very normal
Their characters didn't stand out very much in this episode
It was a bit dull for my taste
Oct 12, 2011 3:49 PM
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Is there like any eng sub yet? D:
It's been out for days now and there doesn't seem to be an english sub... >:
Oct 13, 2011 4:43 PM
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Disclamer: There are some spoilers, if it would matter here.

Yes, finally there is.
Soooo... it's again amazing - not as good as previous one but very good.
What was nicest was still Potte - again little bit of development, sweet as always (that smile while looking at photo in shop)... pleasure to watch what is she doing.
Norie on the other side... I was afraid what will happen when she will appear, and there it is. For most part irritating, ok - didn't change since OVA which is good, but maybe I need just to get used to her.
Other one was the teacher.

And great part: Conversation between Potte and Sayomi.
Oct 13, 2011 6:06 PM
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FINALLY subs...
Kept checking whenever I made a move in the internet (which was often these past days)...

Great episode again!
I somehow got a little Miyazaki-feeling around the time when Potte was waiting for the others for the sleepover.
Though, up till now, this anime is "gentler".

One thing (well, two, but they are related): I would hve preferred the big sister not to appear. I liked the setting and the mood before she showed up.
While her appearing was still accepted, her little speech seemed unneccessary to me. Though it fit the anime, I did not like it (I did not actually dislike it but I think it would have been better without). At least, she should have focused more on her and her sister's concern for Potte and left out the rest. All that about the memories being happy and warm and taking the father's place, that deemed superfluous and boring (It sounds harsher than I mean it).

Well, I can understand that most people will see that different.
Hmh, the not-so-good-part is longer than the good-part AND the comment... Guess I like complaining. ^^"
However, I loved this episode and out of the series I watch these days Tamayura: Hitotose continues to be one of my favorites.

By the way: In the discussion thread fo the first episode, someone mentioned that this was different from all the Ecchi and violence. I definitely agree. That is exactly what I thought watching this second episode (and perhaps I thought it last week, too... can't remember that long back). I like Ecchi and fighting anime and watch it a lot. This one is the exact opposite of all those loud, hectic, flashy episodes tormenting my brain every day. That would probably be the very reason why it is called a "healing" anime, but to stress it again: Tamayura: Hitotose is extremely relaxing and calming. It's great!!!

EDIT: It just took me 40 minutes to write that one...
As Sakata Gintoki (Gintama) would say it:
NANDE DAA~???
(seriously, that's enough time to write 10 comments and then watch an episode of another series...)
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Oct 13, 2011 6:12 PM
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I got a better understanding of the story, this episode. These 3 girls were Fu childhood friends and Chihiro was her new childhood friend in the city, but I bet Chihiro consider her best friend. xD

Want to see Chihiro mingling with the trio, if she does visit, or maybe we get constant updates through mail (photographs with her new friends etc...), I still find episode 1 a bit bitter, because of the departure.

Regarding episode 2, the introduction of the teacher and his antics, really made this series comical, which I didn't like, nor hate, but I was hoping it will stay further inside parenthesis of "slice of life" theme. The later appearances of the older sister killed the mood for me, I was hoping only the 4 girls would bond with each other that night and allowing the viewers to get more attach.
Oct 13, 2011 7:21 PM
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vansonbee said:
I got a better understanding of the story, this episode. These 3 girls were Fu childhood friends and Chihiro was her new childhood friend in the city, but I bet Chihiro consider her best friend. xD
Want to see Chihiro mingling with the trio, if she does visit, or maybe we get constant updates through mail (photographs with her new friends etc...), I still find episode 1 a bit bitter, because of the departure.
Regarding episode 2, the introduction of the teacher and his antics, really made this series comical, which I didn't like, nor hate, but I was hoping it will stay further inside parenthesis of "slice of life" theme. The later appearances of the older sister killed the mood for me, I was hoping only the 4 girls would bond with each other that night and allowing the viewers to get more attach.

This.
Oct 13, 2011 8:06 PM
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In the beginning where Sawatari was fumbling over her desk, the person sitting behind her, which is a guy, must have gotten some awesome panty shots.
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Oct 13, 2011 10:05 PM
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such a heartwarming episode. this has the ability to calm me down from a busy day...
Oct 14, 2011 12:10 AM
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Found my bed time show for the season :)
Oct 14, 2011 3:18 AM

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Apart from the annoying teacher (he may have good intentions, but even those don#t stop him from being annoying), I liked this episode.

Even though it's not as good as Usagi Drop last season, Tamayura is def a good anime and I'll watch it to the end.


btw, am I the only one who starts a little waterworks when the opening plays? *blush & hides*
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Oct 14, 2011 5:27 AM

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HawthorneKitty said:
In the beginning where Sawatari was fumbling over her desk, the person sitting behind her, which is a guy, must have gotten some awesome panty shots.

I thought the same thing.
Oct 14, 2011 6:02 AM

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HawthorneKitty said:In the beginning where Sawatari was fumbling over her desk, the person sitting behind her, which is a guy, must have gotten some awesome panty shots.
Oct 14, 2011 6:28 AM

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Aww~

I love this anime. Also, the episode tells that the OVA won't be covered. So yeah, watch the OVA to see Fuu's meeting with Norie and Maon. And the story of the picture shown at the start!

Loved every single second of it! Sayomi is such a kind girl too. She kinda reminds me one of the three water fairies in ARIA, if you know who I am referring to. Also the sensei reminded me of Akatsuki.

vansonbee said:
I got a better understanding of the story, this episode. These 3 girls were Fu childhood friends and Chihiro was her new childhood friend in the city.


No you didn't lol. Watch the OVA.

HawthorneKitty said:
In the beginning where Sawatari was fumbling over her desk, the person sitting behind her, which is a guy, must have gotten some awesome panty shots.


Of all the things too. Well, whatever.
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Oct 14, 2011 8:44 AM

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The first episode was OK, but this one was great! I'm already a fan of Sawatari and Okazaki. Looks better than the A-Channel disaster, at the very least.
Oct 14, 2011 9:34 AM
Oct 14, 2011 10:52 AM

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Having to wait till the end of the week wasn't such a bad thing with this episode it just makes you forget all your worries from the week.
It's just so calm and peaceful.

That teacher seemed very interesting especially when the girl he loved was around.
Oct 14, 2011 11:47 AM

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This was a great episode, I found it to be a huge improvement on last episode and the OVA series. The introduction of the teacher with his bad puns and overbearing personality was hilarious. He reminded me a lot of Neko-Sensei from Princess Tutu in the way he caused all those awkward moments for the girls, and since Sato directed both series I don't think that''s a coincidence.
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Oct 14, 2011 11:55 AM

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Very cute episode! The sleepover was nice and the teacher's puns were pretty lame. =P

Oct 15, 2011 2:30 AM

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Maon speaks too much.
Oct 15, 2011 2:50 PM

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The best episode from this show yet.


"A Legend is but a tale of a beautiful lie."
Oct 15, 2011 6:00 PM

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Cute episode. So relaxing to watch.
Oct 16, 2011 1:07 PM

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Nice episode. Little boring, but nice :3
Oct 18, 2011 8:53 AM

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Not enjoying this anime too much, but the episode was nice.
Oct 18, 2011 8:00 PM
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Fuzzy overload... Somebody halp meee ¬__¬

Love the insert song!
(」・ω・)」うー!(/・ω・)/にゃー!
Oct 21, 2011 5:53 PM

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Tamayura has the power to make me forget about everything. Even if nothing happens, the gentle feeling it retains it’s enough to make me feel cozy.

Maon spoke! This is something…!

That hilarious teacher is nice – his puns are terrible, though. I have to agree on that.

Ah, Kaoru, why do I love you so much?
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Oct 23, 2011 8:28 PM

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Holy shit the teacher is awesome!
Also this series is just...god the heartwarming is off the charts. SatoJun Y U SO GOOD!?

5/5 again this week, Tamayura is def one of the best of an already great season
Oct 24, 2011 11:37 AM

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Not too bad. Kind of relaxing xD
Oct 31, 2011 2:04 PM

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Why'd that PE teacher said 'Seto no Hanayome', I mean, what does it have to do with anything?

But seriously, after watching the 1st ep I thought it was going to be as good as the OVA, but now that they keep doing all these forced jokes and stupid faces, I'm not liking it as that much. It's kinda meh. Even though the OVA was fantastic.
The music from both Maaya Sakamoto and Megumi Nakajima is being still as great as ever, however. The ending in this episode was also used an ending in the 2nd episode of the OVA (the BD only has two eps of 30 minutes, I don't really get though why there's only 1 used ending at the OVA page at MAL).
Dec 11, 2011 6:56 AM
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relaxing. Good music, though. I have a question: what is Tamayura?
Jan 20, 2012 5:36 PM

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lol @ the photo coming off blurry

the episode was nice but I don't think this is the anime for me. it's too slow and I don't think there's any over-arching plot. This is just another SoL with moe forced down the throat. I'll give it a couple more episodes and see if i'll drop it
Jan 29, 2012 10:58 PM

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What a terrible picture! LOL

Overall, I thought it was a very cute episode. Looking forward to the next one! :)
Feb 20, 2013 6:41 PM

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Oct 20, 2013 2:35 PM

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That teacher is super energetic. Fuu's honest nature is just so adorable. I wish Maon didn't whistle so much, her voice is ridiculously cute. Those pictures of them as kids at the end were so sweet along with the message that went with them - turning those sad memories into fond ones. They really treasured Fuu's father. Ahh that snoring at the end!
Nov 15, 2013 9:20 AM

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5/5

Episode that does not disappoint in the least, after a great day to relax with pleasant and positive characters, enjoying beautiful landscapes. Animations and drawings in line with the past!
If they were made by the PA Works backdrops, surely this would be an epic series, the sense of tranquility and beauty that emanates.
Jun 29, 2014 1:10 PM

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Lovely episode, quite liked the overall relaxing atmosphere! Let's see what's next.
Aug 24, 2014 5:08 AM

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Another relaxing episode, and this time it made my eyes all misty. And I would prefer if Maon whistled less and spoke more like in this episode.
Nov 23, 2014 7:38 PM

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I like that teacher! He's awesome. He also seems to have a crush at that one girl who work at that restaurant.
Dec 22, 2014 8:41 AM

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Such a very relaxing and calming episode. Made me look deeply more into my life and the precious moments I should experience.
Jul 5, 2015 1:05 PM

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OVA sucked, but now I'm sucked in :D
Great episode.
Dec 17, 2015 9:49 AM

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Dougou sensei and his puns are just cringeworthy but a sweet loving teacher to his students, Sayomi-oneechan being the replacement to Fuu-chan's Dad role was kinda sweet, I really do hope they explore so many things to remember. Gotta love that blurry photo Potte caught during sleepover. Overall another great episode.
Nov 7, 2016 11:12 PM

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Man, these ending songs are beautiful playing in full length at the end.

Norie freaking out when she saw Kou reminded me why I love her. Too funny!
Nov 19, 2019 6:42 AM

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Nice sleepover episode, too Dougou had mess it with those bamboos, he's one slave driver. I had a teacher like him once upon a time.

The moment with Potte and Sayomi was touching.
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Apr 28, 2022 4:27 AM

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I don't really care too much about focus on the male teacher.. Teacher is expected to raise children or something, I guess.. But also this guy should also teach himself to be more chill as well at times.. With how hyperactive he is.. As well as learn sometimes not to be overly intrusive.. Well, hopefully he won't become like one of main characters or something.. As he's kinda whatever for me personally.. His jokes are alright.. And his help in his own way for Kaoru, when she'd stay by herself - is even sweet.. But overall I'd prefer focus on other stuff and characters more personally.. Well, hopefully it's just one episode..
ED is quite nice, by the way..
Dec 15, 2024 11:35 AM

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it was going on a nice breezy slice of life route but they had to dampen the mood again



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