2016-nen no kimi e

Wow.. this was heartbreaking, dark, painful, real.. what's a story you want to visual masterpiece what a philosophy about pain about suicide about feeling empty.. Takopis, this little innocent thing.. that doesn't know anything except happiness with a full clean heart.. comes to this hard painful hush planet.. I don't know where to begin and what to exactly say but I can say that I'm honestly shocked and I think this is going to be the anime of the year.. joy and sadness was put in a deep meaningful interesting way.. how takopis is trying to do anything to make her smile.. and at the same time when she doesn't she thinks it's her fault.. the camera scene and when she's trying to go back just to save her and not make her die was so moving and painful for me.. I can't describe how much this episode moved me.. crazy beginning great one 10/10.

Takopi's presents itself as a fun and relaxing little anime, but unfortunately, from the very first episode, we're thrown in at the deep end. A sublime atmosphere, top-notch animation. This first episode surprises us and aims to reveal the harsh reality. This first episode is undoubtedly one of the best in the industry. This anime is presented to us as a letter, a dedication to the manga/animation industry; a story isn't always defined by fantasy but also by everyday events that can touch anyone. We can see that the staging is visually sublime, that everything is perfectly adapted while remaining faithful. So, go see this masterpiece that is only just beginning.

This episode is probably the single most interesting in any show, it mixes two very interesting story plot devices 1) The groundhog day 2) dealing with depression and self harm which I've never seen done in any media. The show is setup in a very good way. I have one concern that the show might get convoluted if the alien tries to solve every characters problem. I think if the show just focuses on one conflict and shows why it's not very easy to solve such things just like the scene where the alien realises that it can't patch things up. But if the show essentially becomes about the alien fixing everyone's lives, the emotional impact of the whole show would reduce. Rather I hope the show focuses on just Takopi.

I wasn't expecting it to be this dark and deep. At first, i thought it would be a Doraemon like anime, but i was mistaken... It's still a interesting and good watch. But the sad thing is, this probably happens in real life especially in japan. That what makes it more interesting, it made you think and feel pitiful and sorry for these kids...

I had heard about this anime before, and when I saw how highly it was rated, I thought, "Is it overrated?" But I was wrong. I went in without knowing the plot and barely knowing anything about the manga -I had only just heard of it-. I honestly wasn't expecting such a brutal and well-crafted pilot episode.

Why is it so effective?

Visual & Emotional Integrity: The visuals create an innocent warmth that contrasts sharply with the terrifying story underneath. The combination of darkness and sweetness in the guro-moe style is especially reminiscent of Made in Abyss.

Powerful Themes: The first episode tackles heavy topics such as depression, parental neglect, bullying, animal abuse, and even child suicide-all at once. But it doesn't just use them for shock value; it explores them in a meaningful, thought-provoking way that leaves a strong impression.

The Impact of Takopi's Character: Takopi's innocent perspective and his distance from the harshness of human psychology evoke a deep emotional reaction. His well-intentioned but naive approach questions the idea that "happiness fixes everything." The story demonstrates, in a balanced way, that deep psychological wounds can't be healed so easily

How the Story Unfolds: The plot skillfully blends time travel and "Happy Gadgets" without disrupting the narrative flow. Instead of making things easier, these elements add complexity and tension, raising curiosity to the max. The fact that it does this without feeling ridiculous is a mark of great storytelling. I'm especially curious to see how the two main girls evolve-and even the character of Azuma, who helps Shizuka, hints at unexpected depth.

My Overall Opinion: Though it may look like a light summer anime at first glance, it's anything but. The first episode is thought-provoking, unsettling, and emotionally intense. It hits hard in just 35 minutes. With only six episodes planned, I believe the series will maintain its quality and could become one of the most talked-about anime of 2025. I'll be following it weekly for sure.