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Soredemo Ayumu wa yosetekuru

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2022
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
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Soredemo Ayumu wa yosetekuru (2022)
AnimeAnimationComedyRomance

A high school freshman joins his school's illegitimate shogi club, vowing to defeat its master, the club president Urushi, before confessing his love. Their shogi battles and blossoming rela... Read allA high school freshman joins his school's illegitimate shogi club, vowing to defeat its master, the club president Urushi, before confessing his love. Their shogi battles and blossoming relationship take center stage.A high school freshman joins his school's illegitimate shogi club, vowing to defeat its master, the club president Urushi, before confessing his love. Their shogi battles and blossoming relationship take center stage.

  • Creator
    • Sôichirô Yamamoto
  • Stars
    • Yôhei Azakami
    • Kanna Nakamura
    • Kana Hanazawa
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    440
    YOUR RATING
    • Creator
      • Sôichirô Yamamoto
    • Stars
      • Yôhei Azakami
      • Kanna Nakamura
      • Kana Hanazawa
    • 2User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Yôhei Azakami
    • Ayumu Tanaka
    • 2022
    Kanna Nakamura
    • Urushi Yaotome
    • 2022
    Kana Hanazawa
    Kana Hanazawa
    • Maki
    • 2022
    Tsubasa Gôden
    • Takeru Kakuryu
    • 2022
    Hina Yomiya
    • Sakurako Mikage
    • 2022
    Haruna Mikawa
    • Rin Kagawa
    • 2022
    Eri Suzuki
    • Miku
    • 2022
    Yuuki Kudou
    • Hinano
    • 2022
    Yûdai Mino
    • Schoolboy…
    • 2022
    Tetsuro Noda
    • Soccer Club Member…
    • 2022
    Masaki Terasoma
    • Store Manager
    • 2022
    Haruto Shindo
    • Soccer Club Member…
    • 2022
    Toshiki Horikita
    • Student
    • 2022
    Hiroki Okumura
    • Student
    • 2022
    Misato Kaede
    • Schoolgirl…
    • 2022
    Yuusuke Fukamizu
    • Student
    • 2022
    Ryuuta Matsumoto
    • Student
    • 2022
    Kazuhiro Nakaya
    • Johnny
    • 2022
    • Creator
      • Sôichirô Yamamoto
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    Sweet & Subtle Romance with a Shogi Twist

    This anime is a delightful slice-of-life romance that blends the charm of young love with the strategic game of shogi. The story revolves around Ayumu and his crush on Urushi, his shogi club president. While the premise is simple, the series shines with its lighthearted and genuine interactions. Ayumu's determination to confess his feelings only after defeating Urushi in shogi adds a unique and endearing twist. The art style is clean and expressive, complementing the gentle narrative. It's a feel-good watch that beautifully captures the awkwardness and sweetness of high school crushes. I am seriously waiting for a season 2.
    6Mysterygeneration

    There are no spoilers in this review.

    This show might be what you're searching for if you want something lighthearted and charming, a romantic comedy that will make you grin, and a storyline that isn't too complicated.

    Even though I'm a terrible reviewer, I felt compelled to share my thoughts about this anime. I hope this one appeals to you. There are no spoilers in this review.

    I can never get tired of watching Soredemo Ayumu wa Yosetekuru, or should I say "When Will Ayumu Make His Move?" It's a straightforward high school romance anime. There should be more excitement for this show. Although the artwork is similar to that of teasing master Takagi san, Takagi san's tale is very different from this one. This is the tale of a senpai and her kohai. Ayumu, a kendo champion and star in middle school, joined a shogi club in his first year of high school, not because he was interested in the sport, but rather because he fell in love with Urushi Yaotome, the club president and only member, and made the decision to tell his senpai about his feelings after he beat her.

    Ayumu is a brave, straightforward guy who works extremely hard and is very committed. Despite his best efforts, he is consistently defeated by Urushi. Urushi, on the other hand, is a shy and kind girl. She always attempts to keep her composure in front of Ayumu so she can look cool, but she always feels awkward when Ayumu flirts with her while keeping a straight face.

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      • July 8, 2022 (Japan)
    • Country of origin
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