#main genres I enjoy are comfy sol anime (a lot of it is cute girls doing cute things) + anime w/ a weird-ish premise that will be forgotten

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I will admit I will admit that there's something mildly attractive (read: I think I'm going fucking insane) about "weird" guys that are way too into anime. sorry. sorry the way a lot of them talk is kinda cute. I wanna know what the hell's going on in there. If he likes mostly shonen that's no problem I can fix him . I can fix his taste . I ca

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Summer 2017 Anime Pre-Op (Chapter 3)

It continues! We press on and go over even more summer anime that I feel are worth a try. This part will go over the anime that I may not have loved personally but I think some people out there will no doubt appreciate. Let’s jump in!

Consider it!

Koi to Uso (Love and Lies)

Koi to Uso is a romance anime that I actually enjoy quite a bit. It takes an outlandish premise (The Red String of Science) and tries to create a romance story out of it. What a lot people will appreciate about it is that it immediately begins with the formation of a relationship and simply goes from there. I feel that many people are burned out on the infinitely stretched out ‘will they or won’t they’ seen in anime.

However, Koi to Uo is filled with as much melodrama and relationship angst you would expect to find in such a premise. And this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. If this type of writing annoys you, there isn’t much in Koi to Uso that one could enjoy. However, if you can connect with the characters as I have then there’s definitely a story to be enjoyed. What like about Koi to Uso is that the emotions being presented seem very genuine and having the main couple being literally against the world helps the audience to root for them.

The animation isn’t anything to write home about. Some people might also be turned off by how large the eyes are. I hold the opinion that the characters are pretty cute and Kana Hanezawa’s performance as Misaki is particularly cute and adorable.

If you’re into romance, Koi to Uso may yet hold something for you!

Aho Girl

Aho Girl is the frenetic comedy series that boasts a level of energy I haven’t seen in a long time. What I find very charming about Aho Girl is how completely insane everything is at all times. Even if the jokes aren’t really that clever, it’s the level of enthusiasm that they are delivered that always manages to elicit a smile out of me.

I have to give massive props to Aoi Yukki’s performance as the titular Aho as she just goes all in all the time to really sell the energy and idiocy of the main character. The other characters also bring their A-game to really up the ante on the over top slapstick and comedy. I’m really not exaggerating the level of energy here.

The animation is actually really expressive and complements the slapstick really well. Although Aho Girl may not be as insane or good looking as Nichijou, It is a surprisingly enjoyable experience that will most definitely appeal to all those comedy fans out there.

Isekai Shokudou

Over the last couple of years, the amount of food and cooking related anime has increased exponentially. For all the cooking experts and foodies, this has undoubtedly been a good thing. Isekai Shokudou is one of the more relaxed or ‘comfy’ cooking shows that aims to explore the intersection of fantasy and food. A lot of the enjoyment from the show comes from the little moments involving all of these diverse strangers and fantasy denizens bonding over food.

Moreover, Isekai Shokudou explores the idea of food being the universal language that helps to bridge cultures and people. Even if the people featured in this show are from literally different worlds, they are capable of bonding with each other over food. Isekai Shokudou also presents a medium to explore the stories and backgrounds of these fantasy characters and how these experiences can influence their culinary tastes and interactions.

The art direction in the show is worth praising for how it highlights just how delicious the food looks. I also have to praise the warm and earthy lighting being used that produces a nice, homely feel to the aesthetic that contributes to the laid back and relaxed atmosphere of the show. This show is a must watch for all the cooking enthusiasts out there. 

Youkai Apartment

Youkai Apartment is a mix of the apartment life and supernatural SOL anime that have always been floating around since the beginning of time. As with many SOL (Slice of Life) anime, Youkai Apartment is the relaxed exploration of all of these exotic characters and youkai in the vein of a Natsume Yuujinchou. In addition, it also serves as an apartment life anime such as Kawaii Complex and Sakurasou. 

Although Youkai Apartment may not be changing the game in the SOL genre, Youkai Apartment no doubt presents a likable cast of characters who have good chemistry with each other. If you are a slice of life guy, Youkai Apartment may be the show for you!

Classroom of the Elite

Classroom of the Elite is a very particular type of high school anime that centers around the ruthless competition between students. Although I can’t think of many shows off the top of my head that follow this exact premise, I feel that I have most definitely experienced this type of show before.

Classroom of the Elite is most definitely not a show for everyone as there is most definitely a subset of the anime community that vehemently hates the credence and attitude of this show. This show most definitely thinks fairly highly of itself to an extent. Reminds me of Oregairu to an extent.

However, I will say that the characters are at least interesting with an air of mystery surrounding why they act the way they do. I also appreciate the little details and numbers included the show that help flesh out the setting and world of this crazy school.

Check it out if you can buy into the flow and style of this show. 

Stay tuned for the thrilling finale: Summer anime that you should skip.