After years of animosity, the leaders of Osaka's Somei and Tokyo's Miyama yakuza groups have called a truce—by arranging an engagement between their respective grandchildren, Yoshino Somei and Kirishima Miyama. To this end, 17-year-old Yoshino moves to Tokyo to live with the Miyama family and attend school with her new fiancé. Although Kirishima is all smiles and perfectly polite, there is something unsettling about his demeanor that Yoshino cannot put her finger on.
Yoshino's suspicions are soon confirmed: despite his manners, Kirishima is a masochistic maniac. He hurts people without batting an eye and also revels in being punished verbally and physically himself. What he wants most is a spoiled and arrogant fiancée who will ruin his life. When Yoshino does not quite meet his expectations, he reveals his true colors and openly insults her. However, instead of running away in fear, Yoshino decides to take revenge by making Kirishima fall in love with her and then ruthlessly breaking his heart.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Nenhum episódio encontrado.
Comentários
Marinate1016
If you like messy and spicy romance with the ever present danger of death or bodily harm hanging over your main character’s shoulder, look no further than Yakuza Fiancé! Finally, a series that shows us the real ins and outs of Japan’s most famous criminal organisation and right in the middle of all that are our two leads who SHOULD be in class doing their math lessons, but are instead uncovering mob conspiracy theories and interrogating grown ass men. Yea, this show’s a riot, over the top and unbelievable but damn is it fun as hell. It also features the best girl of theseason. I’m obsessed with this story and need more.
Disclaimer up front, I am a massive Yoshino stan, she was my pick for girl of the season and is one of my favourite female characters overall. If you like your leads to not be damsels in distress who stand around waiting for the guy to come rescue them, able to outsmart people and not afraid to get their hands dirty in a fight, I have good news for you. Yoshino does that as well as anyone I’ve seen. She really is the driving force behind this story and your enjoyment will depend on how much you like her as a character. Assuming you’re a fan of bad ass girlboss characters, this is easily going to be one of the best shows of the year for you.
One cool thing about Yakuza Fiancé is it doesn’t glorify the yakuza or make it this cool thing you want to join. Voluntarily entering it is one thing, but being born into a yakuza family puts you into a prison of sorts, prohibits the things you can do and be. You always have to have a guard and be looking over your shoulder. It’s a very restrictive lifestyle that can be hard to deal with, mentally and physically. They do a good job of showing how that affects Yoshino. She has to put up this fake persona to cope and survive with her circumstances. It gets played off as a joke during the series sometimes, but for the most part I think they nail the gravity of the situation. This series really doesn’t shy away from the reality of gang life. Blackmail, extortion, murder, drug use and a plethora of other unsavory things. It gets dark at times which I love. While exaggerated at times, it definitely felt like I was watching something aimed at adults. Hell, we even have a male lead who has casual sex with other girls while he’s pursuing the female lead. Like when’s the last time we’ve seen something like that, Nana?
That’s a perfect segue into the other big selling point here. The romance. Love em or hate em, Yoshino and Kirishima are the focal point of the story. The classic arranged marriage to genuine relationship trope, but this one actually feels interesting because Kirishima is a scumbag. He acts like you would think a gang member acts. Sleeps around, foul mouthed, anger issues etc. While I am, at the time of writing, not a big fan of him, I really appreciate that the author gives us a different type of male lead. All of these shy dudes who are scared of girls get old. Show me someone who’s unhinged and has a ton of experience with women, but not THIS sort of woman. It’s a unique romance setup. I did see a little bit of growth out of Kirishima towards the end of the series, but personally I much prefer the childhood friend/bodyguard for Yoshino. Yea, he’s also a mob guy, but a much more normal person if that makes sense. There’s a cool little love triangle brewing between them which I love. Huge fan of tension and drama and this show has it in spades. The romance doesn’t get overbearing though, Yoshino is her own character and isn’t reliant on a man or a relationship to shine which I love.
The art style is apparently a love or hate thing. I think it looks gorgeous, Yoshino’s look was one of my faves of the year. The animation left a lot to be desired, but it is a seinen romance tbf so you don’t need anything crazy.. certainly could’ve been better though. It’s up there with Deen’s better works as of late, not quite Gimai Seikatsu good, but solid.
This was probably my 3rd favourite show of the season or so. I loved this one so much. The messiness, the gang warfare drama, Yoshino being a badass. There’s a lot to love here for me and I believe any fan of strong female leads will enjoy it. If you like your romance with some spice, this is also for you. Cannot wait to start reading it.
Yakuza Fiancé gets 9 out of 10
sntiago
Shoujo and Josei enjoyers are really starved in the anime industry and I thought this was a beacon of hope with a promising and interesting premise. It wasn't that. This series really wants to be too many things at once. You can't build a fluffy romance on top of a morally grey crime syndicate story and make the protagonists at times crazy, badass, calculative mind gamey but also kind of innocent, deeply in love cinnamon buns. I'm not saying you shouldn't do it, but what will come of that is protagonists that feel like they have dissociative identity disorder with the whiplash they give youwith their motivations and reactions. I was watching this screaming "this doesn't make any sense" so many times. Does it want me to watch a matching-their-freak sado-maso badass Yakuza girl romance with a guy head over heels with a calculative badass or does it want me to watch a more or less earnest and innocent girl fall in love with a kind of morally grey and a little bit of a social dimwit but totally deeply in love with her fluffy romance? Is it trying you be 'i love you but you hate me'? Its trying to act like it is! But she stops hating him after like an episode and just acts mildly irritated with him while at the same time apparently trying to get her revenge on him because she hates him but also at the same time they're kind of besties who rely on each other?
This is a mess in so many ways by trying to be and have the characters be too many things at once, where nothing they do makes any sense. Its like Schrodingers Josei, with how the characters exist with multiple personalities at once until observed by an unassuming Josei enjoyer.
Tooootla
What the fuk is this? Just tell me. I was hoping for a decent romance, but all I got was nonsense, cringe, and a story with no sense whatsoever. Stupid characters who keep changing their personalities every second, and guess what? It’s always for the worst. That’s all this show is about. The Only Watchable Episode? The First One. Yep, just episode 1. That’s it. We saw an innocent girl suddenly living with a yakuza for some random reason. The MC? He has this fake smile, but inside, he looks like a violent psychopath. And guess what? That was the only interesting thing about him. That’sit. After that? A complete mess that makes zero sense.
The Big Dumb "Twist" – Personality Switch Gone Wrong! ------
Suddenly, the FMC’s personality does a complete 180. This dumb, annoying bitch suddenly starts acting all mighty like she’s some queen. “You mess with me, and you’ll pay.” Yeah, sure. And our MC? The same guy who was acting all violent suddenly turns into a dumbass lapdog. And it’s not just them—every character goes through these stupid personality changes that have no logic whatsoever. And guess what? It stays that way till the end.
STORY ------
There Is No Story. Heh-heh, No story in this show. It is like a one-time watch of the same episode until the final credits roll.The MC was destined for better things, but after that first almost worthy episode, all he does is act like a stupid-ass, chasing around a stupid bitch who isn't worth anything. That is it. That's the whole complete story.
And the FMC? She even doesn't have character. She does the same thing again and again, acting high and mighty for no apparent reason and bringing nothing serious to the story.
in the end This show is garbage. A wannabe dark romance that doesn’t know what the hell it’s doing. It’s cringe, the story is nonsensical, and the characters are the worst part of it all. Don’t even bother watching unless you enjoy pain and disappointment.
At this point, you might as well start watching a hentai at least it would make more sense than this.
Shikatemeka
Welp, where do i even start. Ive seen many tiktoks about this anime and i decided to give it a try. I dont know if in manga this all is written better or no, since ive never read it but i feel like there is no character development...Almost every episode its the same, sometimes i could predict as well whats gonna happen. I dont really like that idea that he was sleeping with multiple women. I kinda hope they would maybe make another season later so we can also get some answers on our questions, since the last episode end up the way it did.The artstyle is not really cup of my tea but i didnt have big problem with it as other people have. Welp, if someone is bored and maybe looking for something to watch so ye give it a try, but i wouldn't rate it more than 5/10 average.
Sakurai_Aoi
I'm honestly a little surprised that this series doesn't have a better rating. But then again... I saw some of what people complained about with this series and it's honestly quite silly. For starters, this is an anime about YAKUZA. Don't go into this series thinking that these characters are going to be pure of heart, morally upright, or even sane or healthy. This series is a bit more adult and, in a way, more realistic; some people can't seem to handle that. Some characters sleep around, many are violent, and a lot of characters have their own crazy agendas and motivations that fuel their actions.Kind of like real life, people cheat, get hurt, and aren't always mentally healthy to be around. This anime isn't very dark, but it does seem to have irked some people. To any who may be offended by its subject matter, I say this: a romance isn't always GOOD, and the people involved may not be either. In fact, some shows categorized as "romance" are MEANT to focus on toxic character dynamics. You're not necessarily supposed to root for the main couple all the time. Sometimes, you just go with the flow and observe their journey to see where the people involved end up. Yakuza Fiance is one of those series.
With that out of the way, I can delve a little bit deeper into the characters themselves.
The female main character, Yoshino Somei, seems to be a generally good person with a bit of a dangerous side that she ends up indulging in when a member of a different yakuza group comes into her life. I think with this yakuza anime the sides of the characters are actually supposed to come out as if being activated by a switch. They switch between their usual personality and their darker one, sometimes in quite abrupt ways that people may find jarring. However, I found it to be quite refreshing and even humorous. Yoshino is a tough girl; she just doesn't seem like it in the first episode. Perhaps her general niceness hides this. Yoshino's switch though...Kirishima Miyama. Once she figures out that something weird is up and that this new guy is interested in her, we get a fuller image of who Yoshino is. She's quite the fiery to say the least.
As for Kirishima Miyama, he's ridiculously toxic. It's obvious that his upbringing or something in his past scarred him in some ways, although this isn't explored very much. I can only assume that they'll get around to that in a second season... If not, I guess they'll leave it at "He never learned basic decency due to his background". His interactions with the people around him, especially Yoshino, are the highlight of the series. I've gotten a good laugh out of the many ways they try to get ahead of/maneuver around each other's tendencies and the lengths they'll go just to show that they mean business. Kirishima is awful, and he hides it all behind a smile. And even that doesn't quite do the job. It almost feels forced. Their facades definitely make for an interesting show though. For one reason or another, those two have a compelling chemistry that I think even they aren't quite sure of.
As for the other characters, they serve their purpose, often adding to the somewhat episodic nature of the show. They have a bit of mystery and humor to them as well, but don't expect very fleshed out characters.
The plot, as I mentioned before, is mostly episodic. I personally found it difficult to keep track of the little details from previous episodes that came up again in future episodes, but maybe that's just me. The show is mostly just yakuza fights with some foreshadowing of a power struggle that the main characters find themselves involved in. It's also just a lot of crazy situations jam packed into a show with the plot used as a mere means for those situations to occur. The story is not perfect by any means, but it is enjoyable if you just want a crazy ride. It's a ride revolving around impulsive decisions, plain crazy decisions, hedonism, and simply the joy of a challenge. The amount of fun and glam in this show is more than enough to make up for the areas where it's lacking. And a warning: a large part of this show's appeal is IN its ridiculousness. A lot of characters, scenarios, and dialogue would obviously not be acceptable in real life, and the show does not promote it; it merely depicts it, and says "Look at how insane this is!" It's pretty much daring you to keep watching and see how things escalate.
Anyway, back to the glam I mentioned earlier... I'm absolutely in LOVE with the art style. The opening and ending themes are a good example of the best that the show has to offer, but there's plenty in the show itself that looks stunning. Although it can be a hit or miss for some people, especially with certain characters, it can be absolutely beautiful. I love the vibrant colors, the highlights and shadows in the hair, and even the eyes. The emotional intensity of the characters is expressed wonderfully in their faces. It leans into those Yakuza vibes perfectly, especially in the way the character's faces contort and appear ominous. There are a lot of "What did you just say?!" faces that scream "There's gonna be a murder" so that's a plus if you're into that. There is a scene where the clothes look weird on Yoshino, but I think that was a one off. The art is usually well done. The animation is just...fine. Not spectacular, but fairly good.
The soundtrack is fine as well. It's quite effective for the moment, though I can't really say that it's memorable. The opening and ending themes are the best samples of music in the show.
Overall, it's a pretty good anime. Just watch it if you want a good laugh. Or maybe if you want to see some wacky character dynamics. It put a smile on my face for sure despite everything. It's hard to not enjoy it. For some people, it's a guilty pleasure, but for me... It's just a show of extremes. Stylish, extravagant, and excessive while also generally lacking depth and seriousness. It's a balance I find to be intriguing. Maybe you will too.
KawaiiAsHell_
Yakuza Fiancé has been a delightful surprise this season, embracing its trashy, messy, yet utterly captivating nature. It’s one of those rare gems that unapologetically indulges in melodrama and chaos, yet remains irresistibly spicy and engaging - a true guilty pleasure in the best sense of the term. From the moment the story kicks off, you’re plunged into a whirlwind romance that’s equal parts dangerous and thrilling. The premise of a yakuza-arranged marriage might sound absurd, but it’s handled with such flair and charisma that it’s impossible to look away. The main characters are walking disasters in the most endearing way, their toxic chemistry sizzling onscreen as they navigate a relationship that’s as tumultuous as it is intoxicating. It’s a dynamic that’s rarely captured so well, and I couldn’t help but be reminded of the fiery, emotionally charged romances in classic series like "Nana."
"Yakuza Fiancé" doesn’t shy away from embracing the darker aspects of its yakuza-themed setting, but it balances those moments with a surprising amount of humor and heartfelt exchanges. There’s an authenticity to the characters that makes even their most absurd decisions feel grounded and, dare I say, relatable. They’re flawed and messy, but that’s precisely what makes them so compelling.
The animation has been a topic of contention among viewers, but honestly, it’s serviceable and does its job of bringing the story to life. This isn’t the kind of show you watch for its visuals; it’s all about the characters. The aesthetic matches the gritty and unpolished vibe of the narrative, and while it might not be groundbreaking, it’s certainly not a deal-breaker.
What elevates "Yakuza Fiancé" beyond mere trashy entertainment is its unabashed confidence in what it is. It doesn’t try to be deep or overly sophisticated—it revels in its chaos and dares you not to be entertained. For fans of over-the-top romance with a spicy edge, this series is an absolute treat. Whether it’s the sharp dialogue, the explosive arguments, or the moments of genuine tenderness that catch you off guard, there’s always something to keep you hooked.
If you’ve been craving a romance that’s bold, unfiltered, and just a little bit toxic (in the most entertaining way possible), "Yakuza Fiancé" delivers in spades. It’s messy, it’s trashy, and it’s utterly fabulous—a rollercoaster ride of emotions that’s impossible to resist.
Thanks to advancements in the industry, the process of adapting manga into anime doesn’t take a decade anymore. While I’m not sure if "Yakuza Fiancé" will get a sequel, it gives me hope for more low-budget, niche adaptations to come our way. It’s an exciting time to be a fan, with so many niche stories finally getting their chance to shine.
mikazumiya
I don’t usually write anime reviews, but I felt like this one needed it—especially given its undeserved low rating. After watching, it quickly became one of the series that made me wish for an immediate Season 2. The story hooked me, probably because of its unique and intriguing plot. Some viewers criticize the characters for being immature, impulsive, or childish, but let’s not forget—they’re literally high schoolers. Their behavior makes sense in context. Personally, I enjoy strong female leads who take control, and while I wasn’t a fan of the male lead’s personality, the character dynamics kept things interesting. I’ll admit, the animation isn’t top-tier, but thecharacters—whether good or bad—felt compelling and real to me. Their flaws made them human, and that’s what I appreciated most. I’m just glad I didn’t let the low rating discourage me from watching. If you’re on the fence, give it a chance and judge for yourself.
Now, I can only hope for a well-deserved Season 2.
valkaryah
Yakuza Fiancé is not a serious anime series. What first drew me to this series was exactly that unserious, insane, toxic "romantic" element. It was wild enough to keep me entertained during the first manga chapters, but I soon grew tired of it. And the same happened with the anime. The whole thing "it's so bad it's good" ran its course and became just boring and, at times, even unbearable. Once the shock of the crazy circumstances and the batshit insane male lead is over with, and we become accustomed to everything, it kind of becomes predictable. And the secondary cast and fights, "scheming" and sexual dalliancesare just boring and irritating; they very much feel like someone's idealized wet dream of a gangster/mafioso/yakuza/criminal bad boy.
The animation is not bad, but it's not good either, it's just "meh", it does its job well enough. But I really, really dislike the characters' designs, specifically those horrendous eyes with the weird pupils.
Yakuza Fiancé is a mind-numbing show. I didn't watch this anime for wholesomeness or realism, but I did watch it because I thought it would be stupid and crazy enough to keep me amused. Turns out it was mainly just stupid.
slothnojutsu
The romance aspect is very much missing, The love interest is very weird even without the fu*kboy nonsense and there's no basis for the love at all, maybe i need to read the manga but I found the premise to be very interesting just horrible execution . It seems to me they want to show that love where the guy would kill for the girl but i find that kind of thing is overboard. He wants to kill people for her but won't show her he's committed(continuously sleeps with women while claiming to love her). He stalks her, invades her privacy and they still wantto portray this as love to a young adult male population, I think this is very alarming. They should discuss why these things are bad instead of just always brushing past it as if it's a healthy way to get to know someone. This guy doesn't learn at all.
SatoFumi87
Yakuza Fiance is a slow burning, hidden gem in the "slice of life with Yakuza" anime. It doesn't fit too much with crime drama, nor comedy / romance, but it plays off each genre to give it an edge. Yakuza family dynamics are always a fascinating study and in this case, the show gives a realistic overview in which these high school students have to grow up faster than the rest, even though Yoshino is immature with dating and Kirishima's social cues are abnormal. Each episode is unique and the story arcs have a good pace where you can keep up withthe snippy dialogue in-between. Be warned with some confusing moments: there is a lot of back story with name dropping within the families and some of those characters don't show up in the first season. The character art design has had mixed reviews, I personally love the art, but there are two key characters that were nearly identical and they appear in back to back episodes (Nao and Tsunami). Overall, the finale was one of my favorites in 2024, it is well worth the journey, so give it a chance!!
AshParth
This is another one of those romantic comedies that either is under someone's radar or just your first time hearing this as you're reading this review. With a title like this, you might be thinking, "Oh, is this another generic rom-com that you'd see on any other streaming service?" Well, if you're asking what I'd say about this individual anime. Yes and no. Yes, because it is certainly another generic kind of romantic comedy with our two main leads, Kirishima and Yoshino, who are arranged together thanks to Yoshino's grandfather, hate each other at the start and later on, they startto get to love one another despite the flaws that this anime has. And I also said no because there is more to this rom-com than how you'd see from past projects. If I'd say the short story about this, I would call this being a little bit of sweet with a tad more dash of spice to its premise with a bit of sour in the middle. By sour, I mean it as there are some flaws that I could find in this.
First of all, the characters are fine. Yoshino and Kirishima are our main couple going through high school, go figure of how the generic rom-com touches on, bicker to one another, getting to know one another while getting though some trouble that get in there way. Yoshino, being the granddaughter of a member of a yakuza, discovers that Kirishima had taken over the same yakuza that his grandfather runs. Yes, this has already been depicted as an arranged marriage thanks to Yoshino's grandfather. You could make the argument that they have a toxic relationship, which I won't disagree on. Unpopular opinion, though, I do think they were meant for one another. I mean, Yoshino is a bit of a hothead from where she was raised and Kirishima is brutal when it comes to being involved with the yakuza that his relatives run. Yes, they bicker, but at the least they do warm up as the series goes and get to know each other bit-by-bit. You could say that it's a good kind of toxic love since they are both into trouble whether they're together or not. At the end, each of them does end with a bit of a bloodbath. No gore, though. Plenty of blood from the violence that's shown in this.
For the side characters, you have Shouma, who is Yoshino's childhood friend and was adopted by her grandfather. You have Nao, who used to date Kirishima and is now a friend to Yoshino despite being an online celebrity. You have various members of the yakuza that Kirishima runs with and Yoshino's grandfather. I will admit I like the grandfather a lot more. Shouma is also like a hothead, especially for being with the same family that he was taken under. For Nao, not so much since she felt like a throwaway character despite having to date Kirishima and also another character named Ozu, who has an abusive attitude that got himself in a heated situation with Kirishima once Nao and even Yoshino got themselves into trouble. They're not terrible characters. They work well when they interact with Kirishima and Yoshino to keep the plot going, especially for the voice actors they were given. I haven't seen the English Dub which got announced. However, I think this anime is one-and-done for me upon writing this review. They even help keep the story interesting with its fight scenes. Again, plenty of violence to go around that can keep you entertained if you're a fan of it. I know I am since I grew up with loads of those.
This anime is unique due to the animation style it has. I love the background that surrounds the aesthetic of the series itself, giving it a mature tone like you'd see with the characters. Speaking of the characters, the designs of the character are eccentric. Well, some traits I'm not too much of a fan of like I'm not too big on Nao's eyes. Some of the clothing ranging from unique to out of style. I think the facial expressions that Yoshino makes feel like they belong in a cartoon. You could make an argument that those facial expressions do work when it comes to romantic comedies. However, I feel like they still work but it's a romantic comedy that's more on the sweet side and not this. This anime is different as it's more spicy than sweet. Matter of fact, there is an anime that balances the sweet and spicy moments and it has to go to Toradora. It's not Toradora but its own. Yet I do stand that the facial expression just doesn't fit well for this anime in particular. You are free to disagree with me from that standpoint. That's just my opinion. Lastly, this might be a pet peeve for me on this one but I'm not a fan of seeing their eyes in full view behind the hair that covers them, or even partly, if you look at them. I couldn't help but think of it as a designer flaw or an animation flaw. Sure, you don't see the entire eye, yet it feels odd to see their eyes blending into their hair to look like that.
I do think this anime has potential on its own for being a spicy sweet anime, yet on some occasions, it just turned out to be good in the end. Not great, but good. It's decently paced. Although, it felt like the final episode was a tad rushed with what was going on along with what was going on with the yakuza Kirishima is with after his fight with Ozu along with Yoshino. I do like Yoshino and Kirishima as a couple. The side characters are fine. In the end, this feels like a one-and-done for me. There is also some great humor in this, if you're looking for a good laugh. If you're a fan of romantic comedies, with a mature tone or not, this is worth checking out. Keep in mind that this is also a violent one.
I'm gonna give this series seven Kirishima looking down on you with a smile out of ten. 7/10.
ZZZZZoey
umm really not sure how to feel about this anime tbh. It has a good premise, some plot and decent character development. It is definitely absolutely not a rom-com, there is barely and romance anyways. The show is definitely aimed for an older audience, there's a lot of nuance in it. I wouldn't recommend it if you want a light watch but it is interesting. Definitely your cup of tea if you like dark romance. Very unique story, personally I do hope for s2 not sure if it'll get one though. The art-style was an absolute BANGER tho! I honestly watched it, at first atleast, because I really liked the art-style. It was really unique and the fight scenes were well animated too.
Valentine07
(Spanish review below). I didn't think I would like it as much as I did. I started watching the anime because I thought it would be interesting to watch, but at the same time I had no expectations and I wanted to watch something entertaining. And it was! I really enjoyed watching it every Monday while it was on. It was like watching a romcom full of drama and lots of funny scenes. I don't recommend taking it seriously and much less expecting the romance to develop. If you're expecting a romance anime, you're not going to find it. It does have certain situations that build up theromance, but it's not something that happens in the anime, nor do I think it's close to happening in the rest of the story.
The same goes for the +16 part of the anime. There is blood when they fight, but there are no big scenes of violence, nor explicit sexual scenes. There is nothing that is graphic. It is quite soft in that sense.
I really liked the characters, especially Yoshino. I liked that she didn't go to extremes. She could be feminine and vulnerable, but also assert her limits and defend herself or others. She's also quite intelligent and proactive, something I appreciate because I prefer those types of characters, especially the femenine ones.
I couldn't stand Kirishima most of the time. I was annoyed by everything about him, mainly that he doesn't care about anything and has that annoying little smile on his face. The only good thing I'll say about him is that, although he is a manipulator, he respects Yoshino's boundaries and those of other people in general.
The drawing style seemed original to me, although it's not one of my favorites. The animation did seem pretty mediocre to me. It's not the worst in the world, but it's far from good. Sometimes they looked like robots walking.
Apparently there are problems with the publication of the manga and it's not known if or when it will continue. Personally, I would watch a second season because I had a great time watching the first one, but it's not a story that caught my attention, and I'm not dying to know how it continues.
I recommend watching it if you want to see something light and entertaining.
...
No pensé que me gustaría tanto como lo hizo.
Comencé viendo el anime porque pensé que sería interesante de ver, pero al mismo tiempo no tenía expectativas y quería mirar algo entretenido. ¡Y lo fue! Disfruté mucho de verlo cada lunes mientras estaba en emisión. Era como ver una telenovela llena de drama y muchas escenas graciosas.
No recomiendo tomárselo en serio y mucho menos esperar que el romance se desarrolle. Si esperan que se trate de un anime romántico, no lo van a encontrar. Sí tiene ciertas situaciones que van construyendo el romance, pero no es algo que pase en el anime, ni creo que esté cerca de suceder en el resto de la historia.
Lo mismo va para la parte +16 del anime. Sí hay sangre cuando pelean, pero no hay grandes escenas de violencia, ni escenas sexuales explícitas. No hay nada que sea gráfico. Es bastante suave en ese sentido.
Los personajes me gustaron bastante, sobre todo Yoshino. Me gustaba que no se fuera a los extremos. Podía ser femenina y vulnerable, pero también hacer valer sus límites y defenderse a sí misma o a otros. También es bastante inteligente y proactiva, algo que agradezco porque prefiero ese tipo de personajes, sobre todo si son femeninos.
A Kirishima no lo aguanté la mayor parte del tiempo. Me molestaba todo de él, principalmente que todo le importe poco y esté con esa sonrisita molesta. Lo único bueno que diré de él es que, si bien es un manipulador, respeta los límites de Yoshino y de otras personas en general.
El estilo de dibujo me pareció novedoso, aunque no es de mis favoritos. La animación sí me resultó bastante mediocre. No es lo peor del mundo, pero está lejos de ser buena. A veces parecían robots caminando.
Al parecer hay problemas con la publicación del manga y no se sabe si continuará o cuándo. En lo personal, miraría una segunda temporada porque la pasé muy bien mirando la primera, pero tampoco es una historia que me haya atrapado, ni me muero por saber cómo sigue.
Recomiendo verlo si quieren ver algo ligero y entretenido.
Tyruxanj
Overall great anime, realistic in yakuza families and their inner relations. Unrealistic in fights and power some individuals hold due to their connections etc. (plot armor really) but it is an anime in the end. It is exploring the worldview and emotions of a psychopathic male lead and there is definitely character development. I don't get people that say there is none. Not a masterpiece and don't expect too much depth, just good anime. I wanted to write this review because too many people shit on it. Don't miss out at the expense of idiotic woke culture. Western "morals" are not universal and not everyone hasto live abiding by them.
PlainCloud
Let it be known, this is WAY more than a just some rom-com, so PLEASE don’t some in thinking this is some ecchi/ highschool drama. Although it have the tag romance, it’s a plot device used to develop the story that no one was expecting. This is a yakuza anime, through and through. If you can’t handle human trafficking, sex work, blackmailing, manipulation, realistic gang violence, and a butt load of mental illness, DON’T WATCH THE SHOWN. For those who can a put their morality aside, not self insert themselves into a character, and just enjoy a well writing roller coaster, then this isthe show for you.
I would share the plot but… I actually think just watching without any spoilers or thinks to look out for it WAY better.
My only advice is watch the show in dub and try being a little open minded to different type of … romance…( god it hard not spoil this.). Anyways good luck and enjoy the roller coaster that you sign yourself up for.
patkarunungan
Fresh from the season where Studio DEEN showcased 'Days with My Stepsister,' they come up with yet another good offering. The director is different though and not Ueno Souta. Will this be the renewal that will make Studio DEEN great again? I'm not sure, but this is a great watch. § Overview The heirs of two rival yakuza groups are arranged to be married. That's why Somei Yoshino is sent to Tokyo to meet his fiancé Miyama Kirishima. Things don't go smoothly as their personalities clash in the same manner that oil and water cannot mix. Is it impossible to have any romance between these two?§ Notes
1. The OP and ED are quite catchy.
2. The art style is weird. If you've ever read Korean webtoons [manhwa] and wondered how they might be animated, a similar visual style to this anime would result.
3. There's not much plot to discuss, only story arcs, and their response to it moves the relationship.
4. I like that the characters are not giddy with each other. The typical romance would involve having one or both being shy towards the other, then making an action that would have the other blush even more. None of that nonsense!
There's flirting here for sure, but it involves, from the outside perspective, what seems to be bickering, or should I say, 'status games.'
Romance between them may develop, but this is not the typical fluffy romance that many females are fond of watching.
5. Yoshino's facial expressions are gold. She is as cool as Dandadan's Ayase Momo.
6. Kirishima, though he can be playful with Yoshino, is actually violent, an alpha male, and sleeps around. There is no room for chodes, beta males, or AFCs here, which unfortunately is the vast majority of male characters in anime. Just for this alone, I give it so much props.
7. If you want to watch a flawed — but preferable to the usual slop — view of masculinity, you should watch this. An increasing problem with modern men is that we are losing touch with our raw masculinity, and shows like this (as well as the movie 'Fight Club') give as a glimpse of what we are losing.
§ Conclusion
This is an atypical romance. It involves two people with strong personalities. You may not personally approve of their individual actions, but they are far more interesting than the usual romantic couple.
Omelettea
How should I put this. Some people will enjoy it, some will not. To 'Recommended' is to have expectations that a series will sell well. Although I enjoyed this anime a lot, with a heavy heart I must rate this as 'mixed feelings' because I believe it will not be as popular as other high rating animes within the romance genre. Again, personally I ENJOYED it! Based on the online reviews, I can see a lot of controversies regarding this anime, especially on the 'romance' and 'morals' aspects of it. So in my opinion, if you were to dive into this piece of artwork, you mustenter with open eyes and prepare yourself as what you will be watching is not the typical heartwarming shouju romance. Treat it as pure entertainment, with bits of darkness that includes unethical morals. After all, this is fiction. In no way should a person believe any of the acts within the anime is permissible nor encouraged.
So please, I'll commit toaster bath if I see kids making thirst traps of these characters on TikTok cause I SWEAR TO GOD 💢
Why did I enjoy it?:
First of all, the Artstyle caught my attention. I was awed as I studied the artwork within the anime. It is indeed unique. It felt very familiar to me as it felt like I was reading Manwha (Korean Comic). The art is very similar! The intensity and dramatic effects depicted in the anime are common in Manwha, or at least the majority of what I have read. I think the Author's choice was brilliant! That's why the whole insanity, immensity, Yakuza intensity, paired with the art choice was brilliant.
Although.. would I consider this as 'dark anime'? Honestly, it's not that dark. The moral dilemmas are horrible nonetheless. But the violence is quite mediocre. To had introduced this as romance was probably a mistake, but then again it is centered around romance so can't really change the tags. If they had introduced this anime as Psychological Studies, would the anime garnered different opinions instead?
The chemistry or supposedly traditional drama surrounding yakuza culture is always an interesting topic to venture into. Especially for foreign viewers. We can't quite pinpoint which is reality and which is fiction. Perhaps the lack of understanding is exactly the cause of heat within the community.
The anime Characters? Personalities? Character Development? I'll quote above: Insanity, Immensity, Yakuza Intensity. As we ponder whether the male lead, who is not quite there in his head, is capable of love or is it infatuation? And the female lead who holds many mysteries (which I feel like I could guess the plot twists). The world of the Yakuza; Violence, Power, Obsession.
If you have similar taste in anime like mine, I really recommend it! But if you have a weak stomach, no need to give yourself an ulser. Anyways, take care and stay safe~!
ryuu_no_yoake
I hated the first episode, really, but somehow I kept watching every week and it grew on me. Why I liked it: mainly the art and character design, more realistic portrayal of yakuza, strong female lead, tsundere male lead, convincing chemistry between the main characters, Osaka accents, entertaining. Why some might not like it: violence, trivializes several criminal acts, complicated to follow yakuza business, male lead really starts out badly and the first episode is designed to be shocking and repulsive (they do try to wash it off a bit later, but many fundamentally wrong things happen). I guess one reason to give it a shot is thatit's a very different (I'd say even unique) romance shoujo, and studio Deen really did a good job in terms of art and production quality.
