Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu 2nd Season 僕の心のヤバイやつ第2期

2024 winter | Episodes: 13 | Score: 8.8 (133591)

Updated every Sundays at 01:30 | Status: Finished Airing

Type: TV

Synopsis

After an eventful winter break, Kyoutarou Ichikawa and Anna Yamada reunite with a stronger bond. They continue to grow in their own ways, with Yamada taking on more challenging photoshoots and Ichikawa maturing both physically and emotionally as he tackles his affections for Yamada. However, spending time together outside of school allows for their relationship to deepen, and it becomes increasingly difficult to deny their budding romantic feelings. Grappling with these unexpected and new emotions, Ichikawa and Yamada realize that, with the passage of time, their relationship is bound to change—and they must ultimately decide whether they wish to remain close friends or finally become a couple. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Voice Actors

Horie, Shun

Youmiya, Hina

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Reviews

vpnburneraccount
01/24/2025, 02:35 PM
Yamada Anna is one of the best Characters I've seen portrayed in any series regardless of genre, Period. The manga author and the Anime team have hit a home run with Her in both media forms. Kudos Been watching Anime for a while now and seen many shows of this genre flounder with bad character, plot and simply running out of gas after the initial gimmicks wore off. Honestly, I've grown tired of these types of show, but seeing that it was highly rated, I gave it a try. Do yourself a favor and watch, you won't regret it. Also, I have NEVER read amanga before, but after watching this show, I really wanted to continue the story immediately, knowing that the next Anime was likely a long way off. That is a testament to how good this show has been so far. Season 3 can't come soon enough.
bigboiroy
12/28/2024, 12:05 AM
I have no words, yet so much to say. I feel so empty, yet so full. It’s rare for me to find an anime that leaves me feeling like this not only at the conclusion, but all throughout its runtime. It’s even rarer for me to become as invested as I was with the story and its characters. The Dangers in My Heart did all this and more with seemingly no effort at all. It’s nothing short of artistic beauty at its simplest form, reminding me of how beautiful love can be. This show isn’t just a romance anime; it is first and foremost ananime about change. How those around you and the choices you make can change someone. Conversely, the choices you make and the way you treat people can change others. Ichikawa started off as a character so difficult to watch that I put off this show for longer than I should have, but looking back on it, it’s because of how much I saw my younger self in him. Exhibiting strange behaviors and daydreaming of grandiose displays because I wanted to feel seen by everyone. Playing a character that isn’t who you are because you want to feel noticed. I have struggled with anxiety my entire life and I can attest it is hard to be noticed the normal way. Seeing it in a character made me cringe and avoid continuing the show. “I was a hollow shell. I thought everyone was making fun of me.” Ichikawa’s struggle with self-worth and inferiority was so real that it was sometimes difficult to watch. Your mind automatically puts you lower than those around you and you find difficulty in speaking your mind. You assume that every snicker around you is about you, every negative whisper you hear is against you, and the people laughing over there are laughing at you. You constantly feel insecure and find yourself comparing to others. Ichikawa’s delusions of murder weren’t simply cringe childish antics; they were the manifestation of his self hatred and his coping mechanism for his anxiety. By the end of the show, he has progressed leaps and bounds with his maturity that I could not help but feel emotional. He learned how to deal with his insecurities and instead focus on self improvement. He relied heavily on Anna in the beginning, but the show made a point to declare that he doesn’t need her to feel wanted and seen at school. This is not a bad thing, but rather it is a testament to how far he has come with himself and how far he has matured. Similarly, Anna learns how to love herself, even the bad parts, with Ichikawa’s help. The antisocial loner with the outgoing popular couple has been a trope that has been beat to death for a while now but I think this anime explores the trope further than any I have seen before. The characters don’t stay stagnant; they grow and change into people that I didn’t think possible in episode 1 in such a natural and realistic way that you can’t help but to be invested and root for them with all your heart. Themes of insecurity, uncertainty, and ambivalence all show up naturally. I still vividly remember all the times I showed up to school in new clothes or the first time I spent money on a nicer haircut, hoping people will see me. This anime is artistically so beautiful and made with so much passion both visually and sonically. The soundtrack in particular fits the show so perfectly and conveys so much emotion without any words. It is highly reminiscent of A Silent Voice, which makes sense considering it’s the same composter. The relationship between the main characters is so well developed and done so perfectly. As jaded as I am with anime recently, I’ve struggled with finishing many shows without thinking it as a chore. I found myself dreading this one to end. Just two kids growing up, and it felt like I was growing up with them. It has truly reminded me how incredible and intricate love can be. While the love between Ichikawa and Anna is important enough, finding out how to love yourself is even more beautiful. “Comparing myself to others I fall into self-loathing It's scary, but still In everything about you I find salvation The world you showed me Was incredibly beautiful”
HiMaNGa_K_BaRUaH
08/26/2024, 11:11 AM
This series, the lovely Dangers in My Heart, captivated me in a way I never anticipated, weaving its way into the deepest corners of my soul. Every episode felt like a delicate dance between innocence and raw emotion (and also sometimes pervy-ness lol), painting a picture of love that was both tender and heart-wrenching. The characters' vulnerabilities mirrored my own, making their joys and pains resonate so profoundly within me. I found myself living each moment with them, my heart swelling with affection and breaking in equal measure. It wasn’t just a story; it was an experience that left an indelible mark on my heart.The subtlety in their interactions, the unspoken words, and the lingering glances all spoke volumes, drawing me in deeper with each passing episode. I was entranced by the way the series balanced light-hearted moments with the intensity of growing feelings, crafting a narrative that was as beautiful as it was bittersweet. Dangers in My Heart wasn’t just an anime; it was a journey of emotional discovery, where I felt the sting of loneliness, the warmth of unexpected connection, and the pure, unfiltered essence of first love. It's a story that I will carry with me always, a reminder of the beauty that can be found in the most unexpected places.
tongboonbin
05/23/2024, 08:55 AM
If you like well-crafted scenes with beautiful graphics and crazily suitable background music, this anime is for you. Simply put, everything the first season did really well already, the second season took and made it so much better tenfold. The animation was greatly smoothed out, the blurriness sometimes seen in the first season of The Dangers in My Heart changed to sharp focus, accentuating the true natures of both main characters. The background music somehow manages to do its job even better, combining with the smooth animation to create truly breathtaking scenes that would really put viewers in the moment. Already done really well in thefirst season, the second season produces scenes that made me pause the anime, in a good way because I just had to stop and appreciate the sheer beauty of the moment. The plot, unfortunately, is one of two things that sticks out to me as the one aspect of the anime that could probably have been done better. Yes, there's some character development throughout the two seasons, but one feels like most of the development was done during the first season. As for the romance aspect, the ending had already been established in the first season, and the second season, in my opinion, could have done a little more to continue making viewers glued to the screen. There are hints of a couple between two characters (which I'm not going to name), but isn't built upon enough for viewers to truly care about them. Sure, there's some episodes that really make you laugh and smile like an idiot, but the momentum, unlike the first season, was a bit more blunted. I would also argue that there isn't as much of a conflict this season as there was the first season, which means even less of a pull factor to viewers. However, they do still excel in making scenes that make viewers go "how the heck did they get here?" which is a plus in this criterion at least. Some of the characters were very disappointing misses. The two characters introduced at the later half of the anime, Andou Kanna and Yurine Hanzawa, were created to add a bit of tension to the season, but not nearly enough to truly make a difference in the minds of the viewers. If they had a bit more character development other than being there just to act as a bit of comic relief and force to push the main characters together, that would have, in my opinion, been a little better for the anime as a whole. The female main character's friends also suffer from a lack of development, not having been built upon enough to make the viewers relate with them. Why can I say this? Because when a character is truly memorable, viewers will remember their names. I couldn't for this anime- for nearly all the characters except for a few. However, now we talk about the great parts of this anime. For every disappointing miss, there was a character that really felt as if the producers really nurtured with all their hearts. Sho Adachi, one of the male main character's friends, is one of them. Sure, he's still the typical pervert friend whose only dream is to look at melons all day long, but he gains an extra dimension in this season, which makes him a lot more bearable. Kenta Kanzaki, another one of the male main character's friends, is a great side character, combining with Honoka Hara to make quite the interesting side couple whose names I could actually remember. There's actual conflict, there's some chemistry between them that really grows on the viewers after a while, and they truly were great hits. With all that said, we go to the main characters. Wow. I know I've probably written a lot already, but this shows how much I became invested in the show. A big part of that is with the main characters. Kyotaro Ichikawa still shows a little bit of his chuunibyou tendencies, but he's largely shed all that to show a more socially awkward side of him, which I really like. Another thing that I really like is his smile, which while goes with the "moody guy shows smile for the first time", somehow manages to touch hearts really well. He's also become a lot more relatable, because which boy doesn't go "Does she like me? Does she hate me? Maybe I shouldn't be with her..." all those insecure thoughts that typical males with even the slightest bit of hesitation would have. However, it isn't a romance comedy without the comedy, and he really shines in that aspect with his continued snarky remarks that manages to force surprised snorts out of me. Anna Yamada is also very relatable, with all her anxieties and fears presenting a stark contrast to her outspoken and bubbly exterior. While being quite aloof at the beginning, she does evolve into a character that can be sympathized with, a character whose journey can be cheered on by viewers who see her as someone that should be cared about. From her underlying insecurities to her touching emotional sensitivities, Anna Yamada is a three dimensional character that epitomizes the saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover". And of course, we must talk about the music. As an idea of how good it is, I normally only watch the opening and ending themes of an anime during the final episode of the season. To be fair, I did that with the ending song, which is ok; not too bad, not too good either. However, with the consideration that I've been listening to the opening theme of The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 since I've started writing this ridiculously long review should amount for something. The animation, once again, is top-notch; the producers really poured their time and effort into an opening theme worthy of a great anime. While starting off quite simple, the opening theme goes on to capture my heart with lyrics that truly feel like the main characters would have sung if they had sung a duet together. TL:DR - Plot's a bit flat, Characters are either 100% hits or 0% misses, but I can just listen to the opening theme all day long. Review: 9.5/10 (Not as much of an emotional impact as others, but the scenes and music are truly beautiful)
backind
04/29/2024, 11:55 AM
Why is Reality Like This? Why do anime like Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2 leave us with such a confusing feeling about our own lives and the enviable reality of anime? This season, like the previous one, gave us that touch of an ideal world to project ourselves into and get excited about our own reality, often harsh. But that's not where I want to go. The second season of Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu was certainly built the right way. It didn't need more or less, just like the first season. Countless outbursts to see the romance of the two happening and progressingbeyond what you expected. The colors of the anime immerse us in the environment they are in, the songs will always make you remember the vibe and the anime itself, always cheering you up. That said, the anime is certainly one of those that messes with the brain chemistry, so much so that you end up wanting more when it's over. Certainly an impeccable anime, and one that will certainly leave good memories for us viewers. In anticipation and eagerness to want more (and we will, I hope), for sure, Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu is one of the best anime ever made. Congratulations to the entire production and direction. See you next time, friends.
BunnyGirlHubby
04/07/2024, 06:45 PM
Simply a must watch romance for any romance loving viewers. First few episode may not seem like anything crazy good but at just the right pace, in just the right moments, in just the right way it start to flow and build up to the most incredible, wholesome, heart warming, lovey dovey, emotional, deep, mesmerizing and intriguing love filled romance journey the visual media could portray. The visuals and animation aren't out of the world but they're still up there and could pull anyone in with it's charms. The voice acting, especially at some parts, shook me so much that for first time I started noticing justhow much depth and detail a person can put into it. Some of critical emotional moments just suddenly snapped all my attention and fully immersed me thanks to incredible voice acting talent of the people behind the microphones. The soundtrack itself is such a blissful serenity of sound that it alone could carry you into depths of soul without any visuals. Coupled with the show and perfectly placed and crafted to each scene it just breaks so many immersion barriers that the viewer can seemingly and effortlessly both feel and get immersed into the scenes. And of course the writing itself stands out just as much. The interlining strings of events, emotions, dialogues exchange and chemistry between two main characters is like a spider web at time and at other times just a straight up tsunami hitting a lighthouse trying to reach the top of it until the very end. All the happy, sad, lovey dovey and funny parts sprinkled in between the waves are simply just perfect in both placement, duration and execution. There is always just the right amount of tension, yearning, regret, greed, compassion and resolve in both big and tiny moments. It's a comfortable watch. Not as heavy as some other romance anime. But still manages to be heavy purely so out of materializing emotional bonds, communication, drive and ultimately action that lingers in the characters and their doings on your screen. On the surface and/or at first it may seem to some like a sort of cliche or guilty pleasure loner romance thing or too plain and shallow. Just maybe. That's the only bad thing I sort of imagined the show would be. But eve at very start it never comes to that. After a few episodes you just start drowning in such a perfectly crafted romance anime that there isn't really proper words to put how perfectly this whole thing is created. I am surely biased. I enjoy such romance shows too much. And this has become my new favourite thing. But in all honesty, even how reluctant I would feel in real life to confess that I, as a grown man, go all puppy eyed and teary over imaginary romance. This anime brought me so much joy and comfort and giggly laughs and watery eyed screen gazing awe that I would take it to my grave, a hill to die on.; And whole heartly recommend The Dangers In My Heart to all
gio-rose
04/04/2024, 06:11 AM
Went into this anime without any expectations, honestly thought it was just another anime with an edgy try to be relatable MC. However after giving it a couple of episodes I saw vulnerability and character development that were conveyed in ways rarely seen in anime, I went from hating and just laughing at the main character to genuinely rooting for him to change and to pursue what he wants, this is the type of anime that will make you want to root for the main characters like they're friends, and it was easy to build an attachment to them. This is like a sweet loveletter to romcom anime, I highly recommend.
Kittycatsamurai
04/03/2024, 03:22 AM
This anime is really not for my heart. i don't usually write reviews about shows i watch but this was different i want people to see what cute romance looks like. good characters and character developments gradual story building and well-balanced emotions such an adorable show and cute love story. totally my favorite Romance anime this year and last year so far. wishing for 3rd season. looks like mal wants me to write complete essay on it lol but its worth ig starting with our shy main charactor ,a relatable midddle school boy bit edgy and emo and popular cute girl everyone has a crush on but thingsstarted getting not relatable as tbe story continues both gradually falling in love and lastly a confession both helped each oter grow and move forward thats what ilike about their relationship
Eaxillier
04/01/2024, 12:20 PM
Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2 offers a new perspectives in romance anime genre. This anime still consistent keeping its quality to the max with every episode released. The love journey of the main characters (Ichikawa Kyoutarou and Yamada Anna) as they grow up to become a better person for each other. Their bond keeps growing as they go through their middle high school life with the involvement of other students in their life and events that affect their relationship. Their relationship knitted to become stronger tinged with classic teenager humour and plentiful of school occurrences which helping their relationship to grow evenmore determined than before. Story (10/10) The story progression is so consistent in each episode. Every episode shows how the main characters relationships keep growing little by little. While they focus on their lives as students, they keep supporting each other and exhibiting their affection for each other. Kyoutarou is a student who feels like he doesn’t belong in society, while Yamada has insecurities and worries that she is not her perfect self. Their interaction makes them better people and solidifies their connection to tackle the issues they faced in school and outside of school. The story pacing is not too fast or too slow, and it keeps progressing towards the romance of the main characters. Art (10/10) For romance anime, the animators nailed it their animations and the art with such as great background and lighting. The drawing for giving the school life vibes is just spot on. Even some memorable events like the snow scene and the ending drawn so beautifully, that elevated some of the monumental occasions in this series. The comedy animation is really good too with great facial expression and not too over-cringy animation. Not to mention the beautiful OP video they composed, its just so appealing to watch Sound (9/10) Probably one of the best OP i’ve ever heard in all of romance anime. The OP using incredible duet voices and the ED song was so calming and relaxing. Unfortunately, the ED song is nothing special is just like most common ED song that used in every anime. The background music is spot on, but it used many BG music from previous season of this anime. It will be better if it used more variety of BG music. The VA really get into their roles, especially the main character’s seiyuu. Ichikawa voice is not always low and gloomy, it can be shrill too, meanwhile yamada’s voice is often happy and cheerful but also sometimes it can be sound so emotional in the peak moments. Their voices matches their personality so well. Character (10/10) The best part from this anime is how well they portrayed the character development in this series. From previous season, we can see that Ichikawa has personality of “quiet” type person and indifferent to others. But in this season, he become more care to others and prefer joining his friends now rather than being alone. Another great character development is from Yamada. Yamada seems so cheerful but deep inside she still afraid that people don’t like her with her imperfections. But later on, we can see she become more confident to herself and more open to her feeling rather than suppressing them. We also can see their character development in their relationship furthermore. They become more considerate to each other and support each other in each other problems as a middle school students. Surprisingly, the side cast characters assist the bond of Ichikawa and Yamada to become even more stronger. With their advice or action, they supported the main duo to become more powerful and stronger than before. The side characters personalities also adds up to the comedies of this series. Enjoyment (10/10) The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 surely is elevated than its previous season. The progression of the romance story is so advanced. The consistency of every episode is top-notch where each episode is so enjoyable to watch. The OP section is outstanding with beautiful song and mesmerizing choreography. The main characters compliment each other and together they built their love story into a beautiful narrative. The romance progression is presented with a perfect momentum, not too fast and not too slow. LAST BUT NOT LEAST, THE ENDING OF THIS SEASON IS SO IMPECCABLE AND SHOWED THE TRUE FORM OF ROMANCE ANIME ! Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2 or in english called The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 should be deserved an award as the best romance anime in this season or even this year. It showcased beautiful art with understandable story telling followed by impactful character development accompanied by brilliant romance stories in perfect pacing. I highly recommended this anime to the viewers who loves watching comedic romance anime because this anime is the definition of “the peak of romance”. I willingly put this anime as the best comedic romance anime below Kaguya-sama: Love is War. Standing applause for the production team for creating this magnificent anime and hoping that will be a season 3 sooner or later ❤
GonXalo
04/01/2024, 09:51 AM
Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu, or "The Dangers in My Heart" (abbreviated as Bokuyaba), has been one of the greatest surprises I've had in my over 15 years in the anime/manga industry. It's the unequivocal proof that, even though the industry may seem saturated with works featuring similar elements, genuine and refreshing stories can still be crafted to surprise and excite us, breaking away from the established conventions they impose upon themselves. In this case, we're talking about a romantic comedy of opposites attract, something we've seen numerous times within the genre. However, it stands out for being a touching, nostalgic, and precious storywith authentic and real characters. It subtly explores the internal conflicts of a young heart in the midst of self-discovery. Despite Bokuyaba being a RomCom at its essence, balancing equitably and fluidly between its romantic and comedic moments, that's just its surface layer. Once we delve into its deeper layers, we realize that besides being a beautiful and captivating story of youthful love, it's also a tale about the changes we undergo during one of the most complicated and turbulent times of our lives: adolescence. It's a change that manifests both physically—where we see our characters develop their bodies, grow taller, change their voices, as well as attempt to alter their physical appearance by losing weight or changing their look with a simple haircut—and mentally—where our characters mature, learn from their mistakes, face their insecurities, take on more responsibilities, become more aware of their surroundings, and always strive to better themselves. But above all, it's the emotional change where we discover our preferences and fall in love for the first time. Bokuyaba portrays impeccably and convincingly how the feeling of adolescent first love is; the nerves we feel when we're with the person we like, the anxiety to see them again, smiling unconsciously when they talk to us, and blushing relatively easily. We try to act differently than we would with others because we want that person to see how great we can be, to make a great impression. Staying up late talking on the phone, worrying when several days pass without seeing them, feeling jealous when they're with someone else—there's a plethora of mixed emotions that confuse us and make us doubt. It's a reflection of the inexperience we have at that age. But beyond that, Bokuyaba also focuses on something very important that most of these high school romance anime forget or omit, and that's the building of emotional bonds that go far beyond love. While love is the predominant feeling throughout the story and the main motivation for both characters, it's just the tip of the iceberg because Bokuyaba prioritizes building a relationship on foundations as important as trust, respect, and honesty between both parties, mutual understanding, being aware of each other's problems, being an emotional support in moments of fragility, having the patience to wait or listen carefully when the other wants to say something, and being able to empathize with their situation and try to help them in a selfless manner. It's a story that goes beyond simply showing sweet or cute interactions between the protagonists; it's a deep emotional connection that feels real and human. All of this can be seen reflected in its two protagonists. On one side, we have Kyoutarou Ichikawa, a shy, reserved, short, and friendless boy. At first glance, Kyoutarou seems to be the typical lonely protagonist without any outstanding qualities. However, as we delve deeper into his character, we realize that he is much more multifaceted than he initially seems. Kyoutarou is quite withdrawn and dislikes socializing with people, but he doesn't hold back when expressing his dislikes, he prefers to blend into the background and not get involved in others' affairs, although he often acts impulsively to help his classmates, despite being quite intelligent, Kyoutarou struggles greatly with self-esteem issues stemming from his past and a negative event that marked him, making him even more insecure and fearful, creating a complex of inferiority, as well as self-hatred and disdain. Throughout the story, we will see Kyoutarou constantly having to confront these internal problems stemming from his past, while simultaneously discovering these new feelings gradually blossoming within him, such as falling in love for the first time. We will be witnesses to how both aspects conflict internally within his own mind, causing him to wonder and question how he should act or what step he should take next to confront these new emotions. However, it is through this that Kyoutarou, unlike the vast majority of protagonists we see in romantic comedies, will progressively change. As he interacts with his classmates and makes new friends, he will open up to the world, revealing his most intimate and human side, his unknown facets, his phobias, and quirks. But no matter how much Kyoutarou tries to change, he will often stumble, doubt, or make mistakes, he will thinks doing it wrong and regress, he will feel afraid of this change and what it might mean for him and the relationship he is building because maturing is a long process and a path full of curves where we will constantly see Kyoutarou searching for answers to these new stimuli he has never before experienced. On the other hand, we have Anna Yamada, our co-protagonist and the romantic interest of our Kyoutarou. Anna is a box of surprises, a completely unpredictable and very expressive girl who is completely opposite to Kyoutarou; she is quite tall, cheerful, charismatic, and very sociable, although she may seem a bit clumsy at times. Additionally, she works as an actress and a magazine model. The first impression she may give off is that of the "ideal girl" that every man would like to have. However, as we get to know Anna from Kyoutarou's perspective, we realize quite the opposite, showing us an ordinary girl with her own problems and flaws. Anna is a girl who has been "forced" to act like an adult, to mature prematurely, and to have more responsibilities due to her work. But Anna is still a 14-year-old girl, emotionally very unstable, who cries relatively easily, feels useless for not being able to help, and thinks she's not a reliable person because of it. Since childhood, she has grown up with certain insecurities and frustrations, seeing that there was always someone better than her in everything she tried. She is afraid that the people closest to her will eventually hate her for who she is, presenting a wide range of internal issues that will be revealed through her dialogues and interactions. Bokuyaba shows us that both Anna and Kyoutarou, no matter how "different" they may seem from a superficial perspective, are much more alike than they imagine, and that idealizing someone based on their appearance or status without knowing that person is one of the greatest mistakes we can make. The development of their relationship is fantastic because there is a sense of progression and continuity, where it's gratifying for the viewer to see both characters grow personally as their romantic relationship evolves. Many RomComs seem to "live in the moment," giving us episodes that only aim to show something cute and disconnected. In these anime, you could watch the episodes in non-chronological order, and the impact would be minimal because the characters would act the same, and only the "setting" would change. In contrast, in Bokuyaba, it's the opposite; there's a continuous progression where you can see how the characters grow closer and fall in love as they meet at school and talk daily. At first, they are just classmates, having short and direct conversations, both maintaining a certain distance with minimal eye contact and no physical contact, displaying a much more formal and respectful attitude. Here, we won't see our protagonists walking home together in the first episode, let alone seeing the girl in a bikini at the protagonist's house after only speaking a few times at school. There's no sudden intimacy that arises overnight because Bokuyaba develops their relationship slowly but steadily. Our protagonists go through various phases in their relationship: they get to know each other, talk daily, and become friends. Trust and intimacy grow, they become more comfortable being together, grow closer, take more liberties, start to become curious about each other, a curiosity that gradually transforms into interest, they want to know more about each other, from interest comes attraction, and then, love. It's a romantic construction where even the smallest details persist throughout the story and are extremely significant to the characters. A small bottle of milk tea that the boy gives to the girl to calm her in a moment of guilt will continue to be present as a decorative element in her room in the next episodes. A small gift like a keychain will become one of the most important and valuable objects for the character because of its meaning, becoming a kind of talisman that accompanies them everywhere throughout the series. The same goes for many dialogues and interactions that directly influence each other, many doubts that linger in the character's subconscious for several episodes, they will regret having done something wrong or question what they could have done better, he understands that he is in love but he doesn't know what the next step he has to take is. Furthermore, it's a relationship that feels incredibly organic and human because of the way both interact with each other. When one wants to say something to the other, the other patiently waits to listen. When one has doubts about doing something, the other encourages them to move forward so they can do it. It's a relationship that constantly feeds off each other; there's no "passive and active" dynamic. In Bokuyaba, both actively seek each other out to talk or simply spend time together. Both have moments where they go on the "offensive" or "defensive" by saying or doing something that surprises the other. They both gradually open up to show their most intimate and vulnerable sides, becoming more aware of each other's personal problems and trying to help each other move forward and overcome all the barriers they encounter along the way. It's a relationship that grows like a plant, where you have to water it every day and protect it from possible external dangers. It has been cultivated with a lot of time, understanding, and patience, a progression that gradually unfolds without haste, where neither of the two characters wants to make a misstep. Obviously, many doubts arise along this path; as I mentioned earlier, their insecurities are constantly in conflict, the fear that everything they have built up to that point might fade away will be present. They are two teenagers experiencing love for the first time, but even so, Bokuyaba shows us straightforward writing that doesn't beat around the bush, where misunderstandings or situations of total "breakdown" between them are resolved in a mature and natural way, without the need to prolong the conflicts or enter into vicious circles that lead nowhere. These are two characters who, thanks to the honesty and trust they both feel for each other, and obviously, the courage they muster at that moment, can resolve their problems by talking about them directly. Speaking of characters, in Bokuyaba, we have a cast of teenage characters who, incredibly, act like teenagers, where Norio has fantastically captured what the school environment is like at that age. It's not a story that drastically infantilizes its characters with the aim of making them "extremely pure," where we see 14-year-olds acting like 7 or 8-year-olds. Here, we see 14-year-olds acting like 14-year-olds. I mean, who hasn't made dirty or perverted jokes with their classmates? Exactly. In Bokuyaba, there's an excellent representation of everything that involves that school environment, both in groups of boys, where we see they are much noisier, unbearable, and more perverted, with hormones raging, liking to act "cool" in front of the girl they like, having a much rougher and prouder attitude, etc. As well as in groups of girls, where they have closer behaviors among themselves, more contact, take more liberties, are much quieter and less noisy, have much "sweeter and fluffier" interactions, etc. But above all, what stands out most about the secondary characters of Bokuyaba is that they are an excellent complement to the story. Not because they really have any kind of individual development, but rather the opposite. They are an excellent supporting cast for what really matters: the main couple. Where the vast majority of anime would insert their secondary characters as "destructive" elements or ones that constantly intervene, unnecessarily prolonging things, creating misunderstandings, or hindering the progress of the relationship, here it's the opposite. We have a cast that, in addition to being excellently characterized with different personalities to give us a broader and more diverse comedy, helps the couple directly and indirectly. From the friends Kyoutarou makes during his school journey to the beloved Nigorikawa, who appears as a kind of alter ego of Kyoutarou in his introspective moments, as well as Anna's friends or her parents. But the ones that stand out the most are Kanna (Kyoutarou's sister) and Moeko (one of Anna's best friends), two characters who, although we don't know them in depth, manage to be endearing and beloved characters. Because both are aware of the situation between our protagonists and will show very noble gestures towards them. Instead of interrupting them, they will give them the private space they need by leaving them alone so they can talk or inventing an excuse for them to stay together. In moments where something stagnates or there are doubts, they will be the first ones there to push our couple to take the next step. The supporting characters in Bokuyaba are everything we need in a romantic comedy: charismatic and funny characters who, at the same time, don't steal the spotlight from our protagonists. And although many of them are aware of the situation between them, they don't interfere and give them the necessary time to flow and continue advancing their relationship at their own pace without feeling pressured or obligated to confess prematurely. Another thing I would like to talk about regarding Bokuyaba is the naturalness and expressiveness that the work has in all aspects. There are many school romance anime where you hear two characters having a conversation and you feel that deep down it's all very artificial. Let me explain; there are conversations where you hear one character and immediately hear the other, and you feel that what they are talking about is something "written by a scriptwriter," where the voice actors follow the script "to the letter," it's all very "robotic" and "plastic." In Bokuyaba, it's the complete opposite, and this is due to many factors involving direction. Here, the use of timing is masterfully handled, as well as fluidity and spontaneity in their conversations. Many times, one character is speaking and the other interrupts, or both talk about different things at the same time, they will also be surprised by each other's unexpected responses or actions, the rhythm and dynamics of their conversations are unpredictable. Here, we are not facing two characters "reading a script"; we are facing two "people" speaking naturally, and we see this reflected in their small everyday chats that often aren't even important to the story but are there. There are many times when both fall silent because they can't follow the thread of the conversation or run out of topics to talk, they stutter or overthink things, even going to say something but then regretting and retracting, showing gestures of nervousness or guilt, sweating in their hands, changing expressions on their faces, gesturing and body movements, sometimes moving their fingers or balancing their feet—gestures that speak louder than words-. It knows how to portray genuine feelings of discomfort and shame, convey powerful tension, and give us wonderful and unforgettable moments of emotional catharsis, all accompanied by fantastic voice acting from the seiyuus (mainly those of Anna and Kyoutarou) who have managed to immerse themselves so well in the characters that they know very well how to make a perfect intonation in their voices to transmit the essence and feelings of each scene. Another notable aspect of this show is its production and adaptation. Although I consider the manga a must-read for every fan of the work since there is much more information about the characters and contextualization of all the subtext the story possesses, the adaptation it has received is masterful in every sense, providing a completely new experience with fantastic adaptation where they have managed to add small changes and details that often make the scenes more impactful or emotionally weighty. There are precious moments of intimacy and an appropriate pace for each situation to flow naturally, accompanied by a wonderfully orchestrated soundtrack by Kensuke Ushio, which perfectly captures the characters' feelings throughout the entire story. There are pieces for every type of situation, from ones that start with several instruments timidly playing out of sync but gradually try to connect to create a coherent sound and a melody that represents moments of approach and discovery of new feelings, we have melodies that are tranquil and friendly, with slower and more varied sounds for everyday moments, others that are soft and calm but maintain a certain degree of intensity for scenes of greater intimacy, and others that, although starting slowly, progressively escalate in intensity until they explode into a wonderful and powerful melody alongside the uncontrollable overflow of emotions from our protagonists. All of this is accompanied by real scenarios, fantastic art, and the use of lighting and colors that are often used as visual metaphors, where we see Anna being illuminated by a bright ray of light as a representation of the salvation Kyoutarou has found in her, creating unique and immersive atmospheres, with orange and reddish sunsets in more impulsive and overflowing scenes, and blueish evening skies in calmer and more contemplative scenes, all thanks to the direction of Akagi Hiroaki, who has known how to transmit the essence of the manga and its characters perfectly. Norio-sensei is a meticulous author like few I've seen, and this is reflected in Bokuyaba. The amount of subtext in the story is monumental, but unfortunately, very few people realize it. This is due to many factors regarding the translation. There's an immense amount of wordplay that is impossible to convey meaningfully in our language, several hints or "hidden" messages that go unnoticed by the audience, various actions where there are more intentions than it seems, the use of certain words and the misinterpretation that characters may have when hearing them, certain conversations that seem inconsequential but will gain relevance in the future, or that the characters will remember. It's one of these stories that you can watch over and over again, because, besides being a very dynamic and entertaining story, you gradually realize all these almost imperceptible details the first time you see it, details that greatly enrich the work on a personal level. Bokuyaba is a story that keeps you on the edge of your seat for all 24 minutes of each episode, a rollercoaster of emotions that leaves you eagerly awaiting what will happen next, much like an action shounen would do, but not because it has frenetic action or epic moments, but rather because you want to see how the story unfolds, you want to see if the protagonists will be honest with their feelings, if they will be able to take the next step. Many times, the narrative itself will play with our anxiety and make us think that our protagonists will take a step back or cowardice at the last moment, or at least that will be our sensation for a few minutes. And just when we let our guard down, we'll see how our protagonists, with great courage and determination, take that step we've been eagerly awaiting, with powerful cathartic scenes where emotions are running high, beautifully orchestrated scenes that transport us directly into their world. Personally, I have to admit that I quite like romantic comedies, but lately, I was feeling tired of seeing "more of the same." I mean, stories like Takagi-san, Nagatoro, Sono Bisque Doll, Sukinako, Komi-san, among others, are very nice, entertaining, and with some, I've even been moved. But I feel like they're missing something. Perhaps substance? Perhaps more credibility in their interactions? I'm not really sure what it could be, but Bokuyaba has shown me something completely different from all these romantic comedies. When I watch an episode of a romantic comedy and finish it, I'm left with the feeling that "it was a nice episode," but with Bokuyaba, I found myself saying every time I finished an episode, "this was truly beautiful and captivating." It has managed to awaken feelings that I thought had already died within me. I could be writing for hours and hours about this work, but to not drag on any longer, to summarize my review: Bokuyaba is a teenage romance story that explores the conflicted and turbulent heart of adolescence. It's about change, growth, and maturity, about creating emotional bonds. It's a gripping, addictive, and captivating story that leaves us with a sense of nostalgia, with powerful personal messages and life lessons: learning to love and accept yourself. 10/10
GentleDragonite
03/31/2024, 08:09 PM
[MINOR, non-specific spoilers] The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 is amazing, heartfelt and surely reignited my love for romance anime. I daresay that this is one of the best romantic comedies since Kayuga-sama love is war, and the most realistic romance since Tsuki Ga Kirei, and seems like an easy choice for Romance of the year. In this day and age of romantic comedies, they tend to be highly repetitive, often coupled with a couple of many annoying, one-dimensional character tropes and random plot points slotted in to prevent romantic progression. However, Dangers in my heart stands out through elevating its characters into relatable, andmost importantly realistic human beings, which ultimately makes its narrative all the more compelling and personal. The most impressive part of Dangers in my Heart, in my opinion, is how it uses the *overused* school setting in romance anime to its fullest potential, using "stereotypical" romantic situations such as school trips, festivals etc. to develop its characters further, allowing them to grow from a child to someone more than that. When individual romantic events show no sense of linearity in typical romance anime, each romantic situation Kyoutarou and Yamada get into helps them grow as people, understand each other better and slowly realize how important the other is to their lives. Secondly, as mentioned before, the characters are written in such a compelling and relatable fashion, not as idealized people who could do everything to please others, or as perfect characters who know their way through every situation, but as imperfect people who discover their flaws and work to make themselves better. Kyoutarou in particular, started off in the first season as a teenage edgelord who seemingly has a screw loose, locking himself away from other people as he believed everyone was out to get him. Many of us have been there, being insecure about what other people think of us, being insecure about the person we are, constantly worrying about how imperfect and "lame" we are. However, as the series progresses through the second season, Kyoutarou has clearly moved on to become someone not scared of others, but most importantly, not scared of himself. From taking one step forward, two steps back with his relationship with Yamada, he slowly justifies his own feelings of love and understands just how important they are, regardless of what others may say, regardless of what society may say. Kyoutarou realizes that he loves Yamada. Every single episode subtly shows another phase in his development, it never feels rushed or forced as he progresses naturally from an introverted teenage edgelord to a man we could all respect and look up to. While her development is not as detailed as Kyoutarou's, Yamada is a great compliment to Kyoutarou, not only in the fact that she has amazing chemistry with him, but also that she has her own insecurities and worries, like a typical teenager would have. This include being fearful that she is not her perfect self. She is scared of her jealous self, scared of her clumsy and air-headed self, as well as jumping through hoops to express who she really is, but Kyoutarou in large part, as well as the other characters, make her realise that she is likable and loved regardless of her imperfections. The realism extends to the rest of the cast, with many other characters having their own quirks and insecurities. While you wouldn't expect the side cast of romance anime (which typically focuses on the main duo) to be interesting, the side cast of characters actually help compliment the main duo well, either by being supportive and recognizing the need for the main duo to come to terms with their feelings, or by affirming how much the main duo, more specifically Kyoutarou, has grown as a person. Additionally, the side cast's variety in personalities creates unique (mostly), comedic situations that have a few really funny punchlines I would not spoil for you here. I am most impressed by Yamada's mother, specifically, as parents in romance anime usually don't play a huge role, more often that not appearing as a roadblock for the main duo's relationship to be recognized. However, Yamada's mother shows real care for Yamada, not being closed minded about Yamada's relationship with Kyoutarou, but recognizing that love could play a major role in her child's well-being and happiness. Thus, she supports her in many ways, through words of affirmation and more impactfully through her actions, pushing for Yamada to find her happiness with Kyoutarou. In the world full of idealized portrayals of love, Dangers in my heart season 2 does not indulge in the "match made in heaven" bullshit, but instead shows just how beautiful two people, supporting each other and helping each other grow, being in love truly is.
Maddtiltanime
03/31/2024, 12:13 AM
One of the best romance anime I have seen in a long time. This anime is therapeutic to watch because it's so wholesome! I feel genuinely happier watching this anime. An anime that seems simple and childlike but has very complicated adult-oriented themes. An art style that seems nostalgic and almost a throwback to other old romance animes with school settings. This anime touched my heart in ways that I did not know anime can. Not many romance animes shines on themes related to anxiety, low self esteem, and insecurity. But this anime slowly cooks the viewers into these heavy themes while balancing humor andslice of life elements. You feel almost a connection to the core cast. Because everyone been through schools and emotional rollercoasters and you can't help but to relate to some of the emotional obstacles that some of the characters face. This anime is amazing at slowly introducing characters that start to grow on you. The interactions between every character are enjoyable to watch. Although I do criticize that I wish to see more of the side character interactions with the main cast. But regardless this series is fun, emotional, and psychologically deeper than you think.
Edenharley
03/30/2024, 07:27 PM
Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2........... I am rendered speechless. I truly truly cannot express in words enough how special this series is. How perfectly it's written. How it had me more invested than any show I can remember in recent memory. I am baffled. Romance does not get better than this. And I don't think it could ever hope to. Nothing compares. Nothing even comes close. I will never be over this series. Anime does not get much better. I don't even know how you could conceive a better main two protagonists than BokuYaba has. It's not possible. The character writing thedialogue the scenarios the animation the voice acting the development it's all flawless I have no complaints with this anime I have none whatsoever. Perfection personified. Speaking more about the characters, I cannot fathom how they were even written. From the moment we met them through all the masterful development I have never rooted for two characters more in my life. I cannot explain how masterfully every single scene was written. Everything had impact. Everything mattered. Everything had purpose, everything led to more development to more perfect scenes to more captivating interactions I am utterly stunned at how real everything felt and how natural every aspect of their progression was. I would squirm like a little girl throughout basically every romantic scene, I would go to bed thinking about this show and wake up doing the same. Never has there been a better written romance. The animation was perfection. Everything was so vibrant, so full of life, so purposeful especially during the romantic scenes. Everything felt so alive and immersive and I have never felt so excited for every single scene before. The art was gorgeous, the way the characters were drawn in important moments and even just the backgrounds and environments filled me with awe. Everything felt so cute yet so serious, so incredibly vibrant I was just lost for words. The jokes and overall vibe throughout always hit no matter what, this anime absolutely delivers all you could possible hope for and then goes far far beyond that. Episodes would have me laughing out loud, nearly crying from emotional overload, squirming from pure overstimulation, shaking in my chair because I was so excited to see what would come from certain scenes. I truly cannot put into words the feelings this anime gave me. I loved every character, all the side characters served such a great purpose to the plot, everything was so perfectly crafted every interaction had meaning every scene brought something new and interesting and important to the plot there was no filler there was nothing wasted they just developed everything exactly how a viewer would have wanted. I have never rewatched so many clips on youtube before I have never rewatched so many episodes before so many highlights I am absolutely and totally in love with this show. Overall this was far and wide the best romance I have ever watched and one of the best pieces of fiction I have watched period. An absolute must watch. A life changing piece of media just the most adorable thing I have ever witnessed in my 22 years on this planet. The easiest 10 I've given in a long time. Perfection.
AGiantWeeb
03/30/2024, 02:39 PM
Don't let the haters fool you, this is peak rom com and not waifu bait at all. Sure some people consider her a Waifu, but those people are creepy af for drooling over a 14 year old. This and the first season are written incredibly well. The character development is on point, it's seriously the highlight of the show for me. This isn't just some reverse Shoujo attractive girl falls for less than attractive guy, their love is more based on personality and is more wholesome. It also depicts accurately falling for someone. I feel the first intro for the first season captures that feeling pretty well. I believeit's a very aptly named series. It reminds me of being younger, it reminds me of being in love for the first time, for real. Personally I feel most teens are in lust, not in love. However you can feel the genuine affection each character has for each other. Especially with Yamada's goals and ambitions, Kyotaro is her rock in supporting her. This genre can honestly feel dead at times, but this, and the first season are gems that should be watched whether your male or female. I feel it can fit into either genre. 10/10, must watch.
Autoparts_22
03/30/2024, 01:23 PM
After watching season 1, I thought that this was just going to be an average school romance show. Season 2 not only outperformed my expectations, but elevated my view of the romance genre. In other words, this show went from good to PEAK romance. Some of you reading this may be thinking: "It's just another show of a shy loner kid getting with the outgoing popular girl. What makes this show so different? Why does it have this high of a rating on MAL?" The answer is simple: They perfected the trope. It is clear that from the characters, the writer, the animators, andeveryone else involved that they devoted their hearts to a high quality show and story. The first few episodes of season 1 were very strange, I felt a bit uncomfortable watching it. The Japanese version of the "quiet kid" that wants to kill the popular girl in school. After episode 4 of the first season, it had only gotten better. The animation, the soundtrack, and the writing for season 2 are nothing but exceptional. What stood out the most to me was the emotional maturity and character development for both of the main characters. Ichikawa in this season starts to break out from his shell of loner mentality and allows her and his friends to change him for the better. His constant growth in each episode compared to his cringe self in Season 1 is a massive payoff as you can't help but to root for him. Yamada, also is not just there to build up Kyotaro. She truly cares for others and grows to learn more about him and in turn, learns more about herself. Another thing that makes a great show is its side characters. Whenever most of them are involved, they make their mark with the short time they have on screen. Kana, Kyotaro's sister, is a perfect example of a sister who truly cares for his brother without being too clingy. Kyotaro's friend Adachi is the comedic relief of the show and says the craziest things which lead to funny situations. Moeko, Yamada's friend, is the ultimate wingman for both Kyotaro and Yamada. She always backs them up but also likes to tease with them. Many other characters in the show are great in some way where there's not one you can really hate and are well written themselves. Giving a 10/10 for a show is not something I take lightly. A show that's a 10 for me, has to be a true masterpiece and this season alone is that. It made me a fan of this series where I couldn't wait to see the next episode every week. It is truly as advertised: A literal Danger to My Heart.
Marco16831
03/30/2024, 12:38 PM
Entertainment: 10/10 Only the entertainment criteria is used for scoring since that's the most important aspect for me Art style: Almost perfection, the facial expressions of the characters and the scenery was a lot different from the other anime i usually watch but I fell in love with it as I watched more and more episodes Characters: Really nice, almost every single character/couple introduced has a bit of backstory introduced to back up their reasoning and dialogue, making it a lot more interesting, Plot: Perfection, perfect pacing, storyline, dialogue, jokes/punchline everything you can name Sound: Really good openings and ending, but the first season op played at the end ofthe last episode was enough to win me Entertainment: Really enjoyed the anime overall, probably the best romance anime in terms of plot and pacing. Glad I didn't drop this anime during the first season of the anime during the first 3 episodes and getting to witness this masterpiece
Marinate1016
03/30/2024, 12:07 PM
While I don’t think Bokuyaba is the best romance ever, it’s certainly deserving of a lot of the praise it gets and is one of best developed school romances out there. A must watch for any romance fan and the gold standard for romance manga adaptations. Perhaps no other series has captured the highs and lows of early adolescence quite like Bokuyaba. Middle school is such an interesting time because our bodies and emotions are developing at a very fast rate, often faster than we can comprehend. There’s a whirlwind of emotions hitting all at the same time and it’s easy to get swept up inthose. This series does such a good job of showing the complex mood swings and feelings than can arise in teenagers as a result and it really feels like we’re proud parents watching our kids grow up in front of us, establishing a level of emotional connectivity not seen often. Kyo and Anna’s unlikely love story is the core of the story. Two people who on the surface couldn’t be more different, yet in reality are able to bond over shared insecurities and interests. The perfect model Yamada may seem like she’s got it all figured out. Popular, a model and drop dead gorgeous, anyone would be lucky to have her. But few really understand her, at least on the level that Kyo grows to. An introverted stereotypical chuuni who at the start of the show can’t do anything but write down how much he wants to kill people in class, Kyotaro arguably has some of the best character development in the medium. If you’re able to deal with his cringe antics through the first two episodes or so, you’ll really be rewarded, especially in this second season where he continues to come into his own and really takes a leadership role in his class. I couldn’t help grinning from ear to ear with each milestone he completed. Half the fun of this story is seeing two people who could seemingly not be more different defy expectations and find out they have more in common with each other than with anyone else. While we may not all find a Yamada or Kyo, I think that’s a powerful life lesson to be learnt. We can find the best of people in the most unlikely of places. There’s so many moments in this show that had me giddy like a high school girl. With each episode, both leads got bolder, coming closer to shattering the thin glass between them. It’s a very satisfying process unlike most romance stories that feature poor communication, over complication and characters who can’t stand next to each other for 10 seconds without running away. While there is definitely some awkwardness between Anna and Kyo, it’s more so normal “I have a crush and am in middle school” type of awkwardness rather than unrealistic shonen manga stuff. A testament to the author’s ability to create realistic characters. Further to that point, the seiyuus do a good job of conveying the sort of youthful naïveté you’d expect at this age without sounding too anime-y. There’s definitely some tropey moments, but they’re not overwhelming. That leads into the last and perhaps the biggest reason for Bokuyaba’s success. Its production values. I knew of studio Shin-Ei from Takagi san and Kakkou, but man I did not know they were capable of this type of direction and cinematography. This had SHAFT/Kyoani levels of quality and for such a ground level and character driven story, it manages to feel exciting and fluid thanks to the use of on screen text(think Monogatari), camera movement and scene cuts. Not to mention the gorgeous visuals, genius use of lighting, shadows and colours. And we haven’t even talked about my particular favourite, Ushio Kensuke’s OST. Ushio-sensei has worked on many of my favourite OST’s including Koe no Katachi, Tengoku and Liz to Aoi Tori. His pieces add such weight and impact to the big emotional set pieces and this show would not hit the same without it. He knows exactly what literal and figurative notes to hit at exactly the right time. So, what’s the verdict on Bokuyaba season 2? It’s a massive improvement over season 1 in every way. From story, to romance to character development, it all takes a massive step forward just like our two leads. Progress is gradual, but satisfying and if you at all liked season 1, you’ll love this season too. It’s not the best romance ever, but the hype is largely deserved. It’s a simple, but effective coming of age story that doesn’t rely on fan service or too many tropes to make its point. If there’s one thing we should all take away from this show it’s that we shouldn’t be afraid to open ourselves up and connect with people, even if they are seemingly polar opposites of ourselves. Bokuyaba season 2 gets a very easy 10, out of 10.
whiteflame55
03/30/2024, 12:07 PM
I liked season 1 of this show a lot, but season 2 made me fall in love with this series. Sure, it's the same characters as the first season, but you get to see more than the beginnings of a relationship here. There may not be the grand confession between Ichikawa and Yamada, no publicized relationship, but they are fundamentally in a very different place throughout this season, past the earliest misunderstandings and, at times, poor comprehension of their own feelings. Instead, we find ourselves diving into the relationship as it builds in ways that oscillate between subtle and dramatic, but they all left mewith a massive smile. So many moments in this series just left me plain giddy. It also helps that the series seems to have largely left behind an element that didn’t work for me in S1: Ichikawa’s chuunibyou behaviors, which to the series credit, have also gotten some explanation. But it's not just that these moments worked for me. If the series was just cute or the characters just an adorable couple, it wouldn't rate nearly as high as it does for me. There's a lot to love, particularly in Ichikawa's experience. Given that we spend so much time seeing things from his perspective, that's probably obvious, but this is the season we really get to know Yamada, despite never seeing into her head. She's much less subtle this time around when it comes to her feelings, so her characterization shines throughout the season. And when those moments shine alongside Ichikawa, particularly when scenes are allowed to speak for themselves rather than requiring a lot of insight into what he's thinking, the moments can become transcendent. There are a couple of episodes in this season that feature such strong moments of character growth (particularly Episode 6) that it would be easy to make the case for them being some of the best of any series this season, though every episode had something to love. And yes, that ending was as adorable and sweet as it could be, a moment that really demonstrates how far these characters have come. Compared with all that, there's not too much to criticize. The series does a far better job covering Yamada's work as a model and actress, even if we're still mainly getting glimpses into her life from an outsider's perspective. The side characters, particularly Adachi, get some meaningful development even if they're still frustrating most of the time. There are still several side characters who feel like they're there just to make things difficult or function as stereotypes for a laugh (this series is still very funny much of the time, though it's mostly despite that), which is probably the series' weakest part. There's just not much of an ensemble cast. I think the creators make the right choice to put their attention on the central couple, but it does end up feeling like others are just the source of wacky situations rather than deep characters in their own rights. All this is to say that this might just be my favorite season of any romantic anime, bar none. Seen a lot of greats, but this just made my heart melt.
KoraxCatalyst
03/30/2024, 10:13 AM
TL;DR: I understand that this review is stupidly long and kind of personal. If you are even on the fence, give this show a chance, it’s great. And if you can allow yourself to enjoy something so eagerly sensitive, you won’t regret it. One night back in late 2019 shortly following one of the worst months of my life, I was called over to sit next to this mysterious girl while riding the bus. It turns out this person was in my creative writing class and recognized me, she liked some of the stuff I wrote. We hung out a few times before the semester ended.It turns out despite being in a life science her real dream was to write for a living, she also somehow comprehended a lot of my strange ideas, she was unintentionally pretty, and elegantly dweeby. Anyways. At this point, I think Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu can be pretty confidently considered one of the great raid bosses of romance anime, a modern classic of the genre if you will. You take a cleverly written, dense, yet still approachable romantic scenario and have it be brought to life by a seasoned industry experts, and you have the perfect recipe for a potentially exceptional experience. I feel like any praise I heap on Bokuyaba could be taken as some kind of overhyping, since at the end of the day it’s a fairly straight forward romance show, the kind where the main leads brush their hands up against each other and start blushing or some kind of other histrionic nonsense. But at least for this style, specifically in the heavily streamlined form Bokuyaba depicts, I can’t see a better form possibly existing. This is as good as this shit is ever going to get, and in that light, it deserves whatever praise its small but emboldened fanbase wishes to heap. Even though I’ve talked at length already as to why I enjoyed season one, I think it’s important to break down the general reasons why this season has specifically been propelled to the top of the charts. Since I’m sure for months now people have been incredibly confused as to why some seemingly frivolous high school bullshit is fighting alongside decade defining works like Vinland Saga. Which, if you hear me out, shouldn’t be that hard of a sell. Part 1: It looks perrrrrty Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu isn’t a show that escapes the aesthetic trappings of its setting, this isn’t some experimental extravaganza like Sonny boy. The source material is bound to a simple middle school (not high school) setting in a typical Japanese Tokyo metropolitan area taking place sometime in the late 2010’s. Yet, Bokuyaba gracefully, almost like it was born to, is able to elevate its largely blasé setting into an immersive environment where beautiful, enriching romance is blooming before your eyes. Season two specifically somehow outpaces season one in almost every aspect visually, and in particularly regards to its direction. In terms of storyboarding, character art, animation, music choices, editing, among other more micro directorial decisions, this season stands a step above the previous, and above most slice of life anime. This isn’t to unnecessarily deride or insult romance stories that didn’t have the privilege of an incredibly dedicated team of digital photographers that meticulously elevated every idiosyncratic moment, but bokuyaba does, and this sets it apart. Combined with Kensuke Ushio’s ethereal, heartstrings-pulling soundtrack, Bokuyaba is able to sell basically any scene under the pretenses of its own nostalgic adoration of adolescent love. Moments are often captured in this ephemeral liminality kind of like sports anime, moments feel substantially slower and more significant to the parties involved than what we would normally witness in real life. Most of my complaints about the original season’s production have mostly been cleaned up in the six month intermission the staff had to make season two. As such, the show largely looks beautiful, with quirky, endearing character designs and atmosphere that is able to convey both the silly, the dramatic, and the intimate. In January of 2020, I decided to get a buzzcut out of raw curiosity since I had had largely the same hairstyle since high school, it looked terrible. Like many with a buzzcut, my hairstyle didn’t demonstrate anything about my personality nor did it flatter my appearance by any stretch. Yet, when I saw that same girl I mentioned earlier in the following semester’s creative writing course, she complimented my cut. I was appreciative but confused, I’ve never had someone compliment me on such a run of the mill style before, I wasn’t sure what to think. But her compliment made me consider when we got lunch in early February, could this meal together, and our previous hang out sessions where we went to the Museum, or made pancakes together, be considered dates? “Absurd,” I thought, “there’s no fucking way.” Yet, there was a part of me that desperately wanted it to be true. Part 2: The characters actually deserve each other Despite having the series being so romance focused, Bokuyaba fundamentally cares about its characterization more, preserving its development, while still providing its audience the small moments of wholesome satisfaction and progress that comes with these cute or sensitive love stories. Often times in romance subplots in media oriented toward men, the main couple getting together is taken as such a given that I find it hardly something worth getting invested. Firstly, the girl is basically designed to be as likable to the audience and the protagonist as possible, where the only reason they’re not fucking from episode two is because either the main character has to prove to the universe he’s worth anything (not to the girl), or basic narrative contrivance. Secondly, sometimes I find “main girls” in anime so eager to be liked as to be boring. The characters in anime I tend to remember and appreciate the most are ones that contain compelling flaws that add to the greater themes of the work and blah blah blah, I’m sure you’ve heard this a million fucking times at this point. Thankfully, the featured couple Bokuyaba has enough down to earth insecurities to make the characters feel dynamic enough to be genuinely engaging. I’ve already talked about Kyotaro at length in my review on season one, but what makes his arc so satisfying this time around is that the sheer degree of his neuroticism becomes the core thing holding the relationship back. Things are made as obvious for this kid as possible, but because of his vast insecurities and feelings of inferiority, he can’t take the steps necessary to cement his relationship with Anna. In fact, even when it becomes undeniable this chick likes him, he can only contextualize it within specific constructs that seek to justify his anxieties and low self-esteem, “I have to be extra careful because if I make any serious mistakes, she’ll immediately hate me!” Bokuyaba forces Kyotaro to go through the initial hazing necessary to build the prerequisite self-worth to finally move his relationships forward. He needs to overcome himself to love someone else, this means going outside your comfort zone, getting involved in activities you normally wouldn’t, a making friends that aren’t JUST your romantic interest, these efforts build essential trust in your own competencies. It helps that there’s this bishounen imaginary friend guy, which could be thought of as the rational part of Kyotaro’s brain, that helps ground the story in something that isn’t unadulterated anxious speculation. Kyotaro’s own conception of who he wants to be through this shoujo manga pretty boy also reinforces the narrative’s general themes about needing self-love to love others. Because, dating Yamada wouldn’t possible if he always felt like she’s heads above him in terms of social status and character—which of course, if you pay attention, is a dead fucking lie. When I watched season one, despite enjoying her character, I still sort of wrote Anna off as this coomer-bait wish-fulfillment female lead who was kind of autistic. Only after starting season two, when Anna opens up to Kyotaro about her insecurities for the first time, did I realize how much the main character’s perspective colored my interpretation of this character. While anna is to some extent an idealized anime character, someone whom the author put every trait she “found cute in girls” into, she is flawed in the ways a young teenager tends to be flawed. Anna is childish, gluttonous, easily jealous, slightly obtuse to the people around her, again—super normal shit. But even Anna herself manages her own inferiority complex that, up until the show’s beginning, was a hindrance on her own growth as a person. And while Anna’s insecurities aren’t enough to prevent them from dating, Kyotaro’s standoff-ish personality forces her to unearth and confront her flaws in order to get closer to him. That they would openly make the female lead of an anime romcom so imperfect but in a way so banal, is a testament to Norio’s writing prowess and the unwavering faith she has in her audience. Furthermore, because Anna is trying SO ungodly hard to connect with Kyotaro, her effort unintentionally pays off by further inducing some kind of action from him. But this is why the overall romance works, both characters have their own issues to navigate, but they are fundamentally willing to put in the effort to be together. So, even though this style of romance story isn’t necessarily my thing, I think the sheer simplistic brilliance of the writing becomes something I can latch onto. And while the main couple is the focus of the series, there’re a handful of other solid characters whom entire spin offs could be made to explore their own interpretations and experiences of the same period of time. And I, depending on the character, would probably watch that shit too, that’s how consistent the writing is. The voice acting also adds to the show as well, and is so well done that even overdone cliches that would normally piss me off I can at least forgive, like all the damn puppy dog wimpering and squeaking that tends to happen in these types of shows. Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu is just so damn consistent, down to earth, and likable, that it can depict basically any romcom cliché and still come out the better for it, the writing is solid enough to keep everything fresh. It’s simultaneously like every romance anime ever made, yet somehow it surpasses them all by a confident distance. Now, you might be wondering with all the praise I’ve given this show, why my score is so low. Well, that’s going to need a bit more context. Around the time of the aforementioned lunch with that girl from Creative Writing, I realized I was, unfortunately, stupidly into her. It makes sense, she was tall, had the face of Emma Stone but a crazier body, pearly skin, an inquisitive mind, an incredible capacity for nuance, a passion for writing, she was amazing. Reflexively, I understand now that I suffered from some kind of limerence where I felt almost sick I liked her so much, though thankfully I could successfully suppress it when we were together. Though, as we were walking back from that (not) date, she confided in me that she had been in a substantial number of short and long-term relationships in the past; and her history had left her scarred to the point where she thought her ability to love someone had been broken or lost, like some spatula you swore you left in the cupboard to the right of the sink, but now its missing. I felt an incredible weight after that, I, whom at the time hadn’t dated anyone for longer than a few months, didn’t feel like I could help her. That, even if we got in a relationship, I couldn’t find that elusive cooking utensil she wistfully desired. So, despite my love sickness, and my incredibly loose inclination she might be interested, I held back from confessing during the winter (My lack of general confidence also didn’t help). However, in March of 2020, one of the biggest global events of the century occured, and suddenly almost every student at my university was sent home until the following semester. During this chaotic time, this somehow now nostalgic early spring, this same girl and I were talking far more often than what was standard for mere classmates. It was the kind of environment where she would throw out future in person plans like she was casually playing a game of bags, or we would have facetious arguments about why the color orange was better than purple, it was strange time. I remember in early April, late at night hours after our zoom classes had ended for the day, when I thought to myself this was the moment to confess. Even if my understanding of her feelings was fundamentally opaque, I could at least relieve myself of that three month crush. I found the right situation too, it was clearly nearing the end of the conversation, but neither one of us wanted to sign out yet, we were fulling engaged with each other. But… I didn’t. I look back now at things like her promising to force me to read Happy Potter, or suggesting I start a podcast because I had a “nice voice,” or sending me an email of her favorite bands because I was an uncultured swine who only listened to anime music, and it was so egregiously obvious she was into me. But, all the baggage from my adolescence, coupled with her comments from two months prior—served as the perfect justifications for my anxiety towards potential disappointment and ruining our connection. Because, no one could ever truly like me, right? So instead, I opted instead to wait until we met in person again, and if our feelings were the same then I would say something. Of course, around early July she would end up dating this other guy in our creative writing course, whom coincidentally shared his contact info with her on the last day of lecture for what I’m sure were “purely platonic reasons.” When we eventually met up in person again come August, I asked her about what she mentioned before about finding love. She told me that her new boyfriend helped her find it again, since they had to actually wait to do anything physical, she was able to build a stronger emotional connection to her new partner. Meaning, if I had just told her that night, then it would’ve been easily possible to do the emotional labor together to make the relationship work, that I worried for nothing. Still, we continued to be friends for another year or so and I ended up dating someone else a few months later, so to some extent I moved on. Though, in early 2022 she told me she effectively was no longer allowed to have male friends as a stipulation from her boyfriend, despite them dating with ostensibly no indication of potential infidelity. I told her off, and said I was incredibly dismayed that she enabled whatever insecure ass, anxiety-ridden shit her partner was demanding. My disappointment was the last thing I could convey to her, for we haven’t talked since. If you couldn’t tell by now, Anna Yamada, though not completely, consistently reminded me of “the one who got away” (at least the closest I have). I watched the Twi-yaba shorts back in January and I was absolutely shocked how I always came away with that same impression. Whether it be Anna’s innocence, strong personality, or sense of humor, they were there in nanosecond flashes. And Kyotaro, to an extent, shares some similarities with what I used to struggle with. The reason, I can’t give Bokuyaba a higher score is for a very silly reason, it hurts too much to watch. Not to sound melodramatic as fuck, but I regularly felt this pain in my chest while I was binging most of this show, and that is likely… me being a little bitch. It’s that jovial November afternoon in the library cackling up a storm, it’s that warm habitual “sup” we lobbed back and forth each lecture, it’s that drowsy, cheeky glare we flashed each other when we were up talking until 12am, it’s the lingering echoes of her. I’m confident I’m going to return to this show in the future, maybe with a hypothetical new long-term partner, and at that time I’ll slap the 9-10/10 this series deserves on my mal. But right now, watching Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu was such a pleasantly enjoyable, yet bizarrely uncomfortable experience, that I can’t in good conscience give it anything higher. Because, unlike me, Kyotaro was able to reach out with his shaky, hardly confident hands, and grabbed the happiness he so desperately sought. To love someone to battle yourself, with all of your ugly deficiencies and traumas, so you can understand another person and find joy with them. Love is a struggle, but when you can bask in your most hard-fought victories, life is glorious and sublime. Congratulations you edgy Spiderman 3 looking ass motherfucker, you did it. Have a nice day.
Mcsuper
03/30/2024, 09:58 AM
The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 was an incredible run from start to finish, and I cannot believe how far we have come since the “cringe” start at the beginning of this series. This season has provided a ton of fun, quite a few laughs, quite a few pay-offs, and some emotional moments as well. Apart from the sheer sweetness of this series, Kyoutarou’s growth has been incredible to watch, and as someone who shares some of the same traits as him, like being an introvert, some of his character growth really resonated with me, and he continues to be easily my favourite characterin this series. It is so early in the year, but it is already an anime of the year contender for me. I tend to like most romance anime that I have watched, but the one wall that they almost always hit is never really escaping the “Will they, won’t they?” phase of the show. Characters meander and the story progression goes at a snail’s pace, which in due time, makes the story lose its charm. A big reason for that is the caricatures and tropes of the characters that are in love. For example, whenever the main female character is a tsundere, all we see is her punching the dude or denying her feelings. In this show, there is no such annoying trope, and the dynamic between the two leads is a breath of fresh air. It’s just two somewhat socially awkward teens just getting to understand one another, without the progression being too dragged out. Of course, I also love seeing the female lead be taller than the male lead, as it is just a unique touch to the whole dynamic. Another aspect of the series I really enjoy are some of the subtleties to the character growth. The characters feel somewhat realistic, in that they physically grow, something normal for their age of course. Kyoutarou grows a little taller, his voice deepens a bit, and Anna might be a bit excited, but it was never a huge deal. The characters understand more about one another at a nice pace. What was unknown at one point gets learned later on, such as when Anna understands how Kyoutarou would retract back into his shell when he was in certain situations, or Kyoutarou would understand how Anna would feel at a particular time. When they talk to each other, they might stumble on their words sometimes, but when it matters, they know exactly what to say. Overall, I really enjoyed how the show never got “in your face” about the character growth. Kyoutarou has been a pretty relatable character to me to some extent, especially with his introversion. Kyoutarou's challenges with socializing and public speaking kind of resemble how parts of my life have went. I was a pretty chatty kid, but as I grew into my teenage years, for some reason I got more reserved, and I had stage fright and a fear of public speaking. Yeah, I took drama classes, and classes that required me to talk with others, but I was not, and still am not the most talkative person around in the slightest. Whenever I saw Kyoutarou talk to his inner self, while it might feel somewhat cliché, it always was executed perfectly because it acknowledges that a lot of the time, the biggest thing holding someone back is themselves. Deep down, they know they can do whatever they set their mind to, but they sell themselves short. Like people say, sometimes a person's worst enemy is themselves, so whenever Kyoutarou achieved something substantial, I was so proud of him. As for the other characters, there aren’t any real weaknesses to the cast. Anna of course is a very cute, somewhat awkward character that put a lot of proactive care into developing the relationship further. Most of the other characters were really fun to watch, and support the main duo very well. They all know about Kyoutarou and Anna’s blossoming relationship, but they always let the two grow by themselves (save for that flash mob group), even if they would sometimes create situations where that was possible. The parents, relatives, friends, everyone in their social circle were so supportive, and happy whenever both Kyoutarou or Anna were successful, to the point where it would always warm my heart. No unnecessary family drama, no unnecessary love triangles, just friends and family being wholesome and supportive. Moeko and Kana probably had the best moments as side characters, but there is not one bad character in this series. No, not even the perverted guys. Sure, it might be a bit exaggerated, but people at that age always have something dirty to talk about. The visuals and directing were for the most part, very solid. The blurriness does get a little much at times, but it never hindered my enjoyment. The staff did a fantastic job of really having the emotional moments hit hard. Kensuke Ushio, who worked on the music, continues to show that he is one of the best in the business right now, right there with Kevin Penkin and Evan Call, possibly Hiroyuki Sawano as well, at really elevating the show to new heights. It has been nothing but joy watching this show every week. I never thought a romcom could surpass *Kaguya-sama: Love is War* for me, but this has been something truly special. The sheer state of giddiness I would be in before starting each episode was a testament to how much of an impact this show has had on me. Whether or not we see this series return anytime soon, it’ll still hold a place near and dear to my heart, which was in danger almost every week of watching this. 'There's no guarantee we have a tomorrow together, and if there isn't, then maybe I should try for what I want a little."

Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu 2nd Season 僕の心のヤバイやつ第2期

2024 winter | Episodes: 13 | Score: 8.8 (133591)

Updated every Sundays at 01:30 | Status: Finished Airing

Type: TV

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Voice Actors

Horie, Shun

Youmiya, Hina

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vpnburneraccount
01/24/2025, 02:35 PM
Yamada Anna is one of the best Characters I've seen portrayed in any series regardless of genre, Period. The manga author and the Anime team have hit a home run with Her in both media forms. Kudos Been watching Anime for a while now and seen many shows of this genre flounder with bad character, plot and simply running out of gas after the initial gimmicks wore off. Honestly, I've grown tired of these types of show, but seeing that it was highly rated, I gave it a try. Do yourself a favor and watch, you won't regret it. Also, I have NEVER read amanga before, but after watching this show, I really wanted to continue the story immediately, knowing that the next Anime was likely a long way off. That is a testament to how good this show has been so far. Season 3 can't come soon enough.
bigboiroy
12/28/2024, 12:05 AM
I have no words, yet so much to say. I feel so empty, yet so full. It’s rare for me to find an anime that leaves me feeling like this not only at the conclusion, but all throughout its runtime. It’s even rarer for me to become as invested as I was with the story and its characters. The Dangers in My Heart did all this and more with seemingly no effort at all. It’s nothing short of artistic beauty at its simplest form, reminding me of how beautiful love can be. This show isn’t just a romance anime; it is first and foremost ananime about change. How those around you and the choices you make can change someone. Conversely, the choices you make and the way you treat people can change others. Ichikawa started off as a character so difficult to watch that I put off this show for longer than I should have, but looking back on it, it’s because of how much I saw my younger self in him. Exhibiting strange behaviors and daydreaming of grandiose displays because I wanted to feel seen by everyone. Playing a character that isn’t who you are because you want to feel noticed. I have struggled with anxiety my entire life and I can attest it is hard to be noticed the normal way. Seeing it in a character made me cringe and avoid continuing the show. “I was a hollow shell. I thought everyone was making fun of me.” Ichikawa’s struggle with self-worth and inferiority was so real that it was sometimes difficult to watch. Your mind automatically puts you lower than those around you and you find difficulty in speaking your mind. You assume that every snicker around you is about you, every negative whisper you hear is against you, and the people laughing over there are laughing at you. You constantly feel insecure and find yourself comparing to others. Ichikawa’s delusions of murder weren’t simply cringe childish antics; they were the manifestation of his self hatred and his coping mechanism for his anxiety. By the end of the show, he has progressed leaps and bounds with his maturity that I could not help but feel emotional. He learned how to deal with his insecurities and instead focus on self improvement. He relied heavily on Anna in the beginning, but the show made a point to declare that he doesn’t need her to feel wanted and seen at school. This is not a bad thing, but rather it is a testament to how far he has come with himself and how far he has matured. Similarly, Anna learns how to love herself, even the bad parts, with Ichikawa’s help. The antisocial loner with the outgoing popular couple has been a trope that has been beat to death for a while now but I think this anime explores the trope further than any I have seen before. The characters don’t stay stagnant; they grow and change into people that I didn’t think possible in episode 1 in such a natural and realistic way that you can’t help but to be invested and root for them with all your heart. Themes of insecurity, uncertainty, and ambivalence all show up naturally. I still vividly remember all the times I showed up to school in new clothes or the first time I spent money on a nicer haircut, hoping people will see me. This anime is artistically so beautiful and made with so much passion both visually and sonically. The soundtrack in particular fits the show so perfectly and conveys so much emotion without any words. It is highly reminiscent of A Silent Voice, which makes sense considering it’s the same composter. The relationship between the main characters is so well developed and done so perfectly. As jaded as I am with anime recently, I’ve struggled with finishing many shows without thinking it as a chore. I found myself dreading this one to end. Just two kids growing up, and it felt like I was growing up with them. It has truly reminded me how incredible and intricate love can be. While the love between Ichikawa and Anna is important enough, finding out how to love yourself is even more beautiful. “Comparing myself to others I fall into self-loathing It's scary, but still In everything about you I find salvation The world you showed me Was incredibly beautiful”
HiMaNGa_K_BaRUaH
08/26/2024, 11:11 AM
This series, the lovely Dangers in My Heart, captivated me in a way I never anticipated, weaving its way into the deepest corners of my soul. Every episode felt like a delicate dance between innocence and raw emotion (and also sometimes pervy-ness lol), painting a picture of love that was both tender and heart-wrenching. The characters' vulnerabilities mirrored my own, making their joys and pains resonate so profoundly within me. I found myself living each moment with them, my heart swelling with affection and breaking in equal measure. It wasn’t just a story; it was an experience that left an indelible mark on my heart.The subtlety in their interactions, the unspoken words, and the lingering glances all spoke volumes, drawing me in deeper with each passing episode. I was entranced by the way the series balanced light-hearted moments with the intensity of growing feelings, crafting a narrative that was as beautiful as it was bittersweet. Dangers in My Heart wasn’t just an anime; it was a journey of emotional discovery, where I felt the sting of loneliness, the warmth of unexpected connection, and the pure, unfiltered essence of first love. It's a story that I will carry with me always, a reminder of the beauty that can be found in the most unexpected places.
tongboonbin
05/23/2024, 08:55 AM
If you like well-crafted scenes with beautiful graphics and crazily suitable background music, this anime is for you. Simply put, everything the first season did really well already, the second season took and made it so much better tenfold. The animation was greatly smoothed out, the blurriness sometimes seen in the first season of The Dangers in My Heart changed to sharp focus, accentuating the true natures of both main characters. The background music somehow manages to do its job even better, combining with the smooth animation to create truly breathtaking scenes that would really put viewers in the moment. Already done really well in thefirst season, the second season produces scenes that made me pause the anime, in a good way because I just had to stop and appreciate the sheer beauty of the moment. The plot, unfortunately, is one of two things that sticks out to me as the one aspect of the anime that could probably have been done better. Yes, there's some character development throughout the two seasons, but one feels like most of the development was done during the first season. As for the romance aspect, the ending had already been established in the first season, and the second season, in my opinion, could have done a little more to continue making viewers glued to the screen. There are hints of a couple between two characters (which I'm not going to name), but isn't built upon enough for viewers to truly care about them. Sure, there's some episodes that really make you laugh and smile like an idiot, but the momentum, unlike the first season, was a bit more blunted. I would also argue that there isn't as much of a conflict this season as there was the first season, which means even less of a pull factor to viewers. However, they do still excel in making scenes that make viewers go "how the heck did they get here?" which is a plus in this criterion at least. Some of the characters were very disappointing misses. The two characters introduced at the later half of the anime, Andou Kanna and Yurine Hanzawa, were created to add a bit of tension to the season, but not nearly enough to truly make a difference in the minds of the viewers. If they had a bit more character development other than being there just to act as a bit of comic relief and force to push the main characters together, that would have, in my opinion, been a little better for the anime as a whole. The female main character's friends also suffer from a lack of development, not having been built upon enough to make the viewers relate with them. Why can I say this? Because when a character is truly memorable, viewers will remember their names. I couldn't for this anime- for nearly all the characters except for a few. However, now we talk about the great parts of this anime. For every disappointing miss, there was a character that really felt as if the producers really nurtured with all their hearts. Sho Adachi, one of the male main character's friends, is one of them. Sure, he's still the typical pervert friend whose only dream is to look at melons all day long, but he gains an extra dimension in this season, which makes him a lot more bearable. Kenta Kanzaki, another one of the male main character's friends, is a great side character, combining with Honoka Hara to make quite the interesting side couple whose names I could actually remember. There's actual conflict, there's some chemistry between them that really grows on the viewers after a while, and they truly were great hits. With all that said, we go to the main characters. Wow. I know I've probably written a lot already, but this shows how much I became invested in the show. A big part of that is with the main characters. Kyotaro Ichikawa still shows a little bit of his chuunibyou tendencies, but he's largely shed all that to show a more socially awkward side of him, which I really like. Another thing that I really like is his smile, which while goes with the "moody guy shows smile for the first time", somehow manages to touch hearts really well. He's also become a lot more relatable, because which boy doesn't go "Does she like me? Does she hate me? Maybe I shouldn't be with her..." all those insecure thoughts that typical males with even the slightest bit of hesitation would have. However, it isn't a romance comedy without the comedy, and he really shines in that aspect with his continued snarky remarks that manages to force surprised snorts out of me. Anna Yamada is also very relatable, with all her anxieties and fears presenting a stark contrast to her outspoken and bubbly exterior. While being quite aloof at the beginning, she does evolve into a character that can be sympathized with, a character whose journey can be cheered on by viewers who see her as someone that should be cared about. From her underlying insecurities to her touching emotional sensitivities, Anna Yamada is a three dimensional character that epitomizes the saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover". And of course, we must talk about the music. As an idea of how good it is, I normally only watch the opening and ending themes of an anime during the final episode of the season. To be fair, I did that with the ending song, which is ok; not too bad, not too good either. However, with the consideration that I've been listening to the opening theme of The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 since I've started writing this ridiculously long review should amount for something. The animation, once again, is top-notch; the producers really poured their time and effort into an opening theme worthy of a great anime. While starting off quite simple, the opening theme goes on to capture my heart with lyrics that truly feel like the main characters would have sung if they had sung a duet together. TL:DR - Plot's a bit flat, Characters are either 100% hits or 0% misses, but I can just listen to the opening theme all day long. Review: 9.5/10 (Not as much of an emotional impact as others, but the scenes and music are truly beautiful)
backind
04/29/2024, 11:55 AM
Why is Reality Like This? Why do anime like Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2 leave us with such a confusing feeling about our own lives and the enviable reality of anime? This season, like the previous one, gave us that touch of an ideal world to project ourselves into and get excited about our own reality, often harsh. But that's not where I want to go. The second season of Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu was certainly built the right way. It didn't need more or less, just like the first season. Countless outbursts to see the romance of the two happening and progressingbeyond what you expected. The colors of the anime immerse us in the environment they are in, the songs will always make you remember the vibe and the anime itself, always cheering you up. That said, the anime is certainly one of those that messes with the brain chemistry, so much so that you end up wanting more when it's over. Certainly an impeccable anime, and one that will certainly leave good memories for us viewers. In anticipation and eagerness to want more (and we will, I hope), for sure, Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu is one of the best anime ever made. Congratulations to the entire production and direction. See you next time, friends.
BunnyGirlHubby
04/07/2024, 06:45 PM
Simply a must watch romance for any romance loving viewers. First few episode may not seem like anything crazy good but at just the right pace, in just the right moments, in just the right way it start to flow and build up to the most incredible, wholesome, heart warming, lovey dovey, emotional, deep, mesmerizing and intriguing love filled romance journey the visual media could portray. The visuals and animation aren't out of the world but they're still up there and could pull anyone in with it's charms. The voice acting, especially at some parts, shook me so much that for first time I started noticing justhow much depth and detail a person can put into it. Some of critical emotional moments just suddenly snapped all my attention and fully immersed me thanks to incredible voice acting talent of the people behind the microphones. The soundtrack itself is such a blissful serenity of sound that it alone could carry you into depths of soul without any visuals. Coupled with the show and perfectly placed and crafted to each scene it just breaks so many immersion barriers that the viewer can seemingly and effortlessly both feel and get immersed into the scenes. And of course the writing itself stands out just as much. The interlining strings of events, emotions, dialogues exchange and chemistry between two main characters is like a spider web at time and at other times just a straight up tsunami hitting a lighthouse trying to reach the top of it until the very end. All the happy, sad, lovey dovey and funny parts sprinkled in between the waves are simply just perfect in both placement, duration and execution. There is always just the right amount of tension, yearning, regret, greed, compassion and resolve in both big and tiny moments. It's a comfortable watch. Not as heavy as some other romance anime. But still manages to be heavy purely so out of materializing emotional bonds, communication, drive and ultimately action that lingers in the characters and their doings on your screen. On the surface and/or at first it may seem to some like a sort of cliche or guilty pleasure loner romance thing or too plain and shallow. Just maybe. That's the only bad thing I sort of imagined the show would be. But eve at very start it never comes to that. After a few episodes you just start drowning in such a perfectly crafted romance anime that there isn't really proper words to put how perfectly this whole thing is created. I am surely biased. I enjoy such romance shows too much. And this has become my new favourite thing. But in all honesty, even how reluctant I would feel in real life to confess that I, as a grown man, go all puppy eyed and teary over imaginary romance. This anime brought me so much joy and comfort and giggly laughs and watery eyed screen gazing awe that I would take it to my grave, a hill to die on.; And whole heartly recommend The Dangers In My Heart to all
gio-rose
04/04/2024, 06:11 AM
Went into this anime without any expectations, honestly thought it was just another anime with an edgy try to be relatable MC. However after giving it a couple of episodes I saw vulnerability and character development that were conveyed in ways rarely seen in anime, I went from hating and just laughing at the main character to genuinely rooting for him to change and to pursue what he wants, this is the type of anime that will make you want to root for the main characters like they're friends, and it was easy to build an attachment to them. This is like a sweet loveletter to romcom anime, I highly recommend.
Kittycatsamurai
04/03/2024, 03:22 AM
This anime is really not for my heart. i don't usually write reviews about shows i watch but this was different i want people to see what cute romance looks like. good characters and character developments gradual story building and well-balanced emotions such an adorable show and cute love story. totally my favorite Romance anime this year and last year so far. wishing for 3rd season. looks like mal wants me to write complete essay on it lol but its worth ig starting with our shy main charactor ,a relatable midddle school boy bit edgy and emo and popular cute girl everyone has a crush on but thingsstarted getting not relatable as tbe story continues both gradually falling in love and lastly a confession both helped each oter grow and move forward thats what ilike about their relationship
Eaxillier
04/01/2024, 12:20 PM
Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2 offers a new perspectives in romance anime genre. This anime still consistent keeping its quality to the max with every episode released. The love journey of the main characters (Ichikawa Kyoutarou and Yamada Anna) as they grow up to become a better person for each other. Their bond keeps growing as they go through their middle high school life with the involvement of other students in their life and events that affect their relationship. Their relationship knitted to become stronger tinged with classic teenager humour and plentiful of school occurrences which helping their relationship to grow evenmore determined than before. Story (10/10) The story progression is so consistent in each episode. Every episode shows how the main characters relationships keep growing little by little. While they focus on their lives as students, they keep supporting each other and exhibiting their affection for each other. Kyoutarou is a student who feels like he doesn’t belong in society, while Yamada has insecurities and worries that she is not her perfect self. Their interaction makes them better people and solidifies their connection to tackle the issues they faced in school and outside of school. The story pacing is not too fast or too slow, and it keeps progressing towards the romance of the main characters. Art (10/10) For romance anime, the animators nailed it their animations and the art with such as great background and lighting. The drawing for giving the school life vibes is just spot on. Even some memorable events like the snow scene and the ending drawn so beautifully, that elevated some of the monumental occasions in this series. The comedy animation is really good too with great facial expression and not too over-cringy animation. Not to mention the beautiful OP video they composed, its just so appealing to watch Sound (9/10) Probably one of the best OP i’ve ever heard in all of romance anime. The OP using incredible duet voices and the ED song was so calming and relaxing. Unfortunately, the ED song is nothing special is just like most common ED song that used in every anime. The background music is spot on, but it used many BG music from previous season of this anime. It will be better if it used more variety of BG music. The VA really get into their roles, especially the main character’s seiyuu. Ichikawa voice is not always low and gloomy, it can be shrill too, meanwhile yamada’s voice is often happy and cheerful but also sometimes it can be sound so emotional in the peak moments. Their voices matches their personality so well. Character (10/10) The best part from this anime is how well they portrayed the character development in this series. From previous season, we can see that Ichikawa has personality of “quiet” type person and indifferent to others. But in this season, he become more care to others and prefer joining his friends now rather than being alone. Another great character development is from Yamada. Yamada seems so cheerful but deep inside she still afraid that people don’t like her with her imperfections. But later on, we can see she become more confident to herself and more open to her feeling rather than suppressing them. We also can see their character development in their relationship furthermore. They become more considerate to each other and support each other in each other problems as a middle school students. Surprisingly, the side cast characters assist the bond of Ichikawa and Yamada to become even more stronger. With their advice or action, they supported the main duo to become more powerful and stronger than before. The side characters personalities also adds up to the comedies of this series. Enjoyment (10/10) The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 surely is elevated than its previous season. The progression of the romance story is so advanced. The consistency of every episode is top-notch where each episode is so enjoyable to watch. The OP section is outstanding with beautiful song and mesmerizing choreography. The main characters compliment each other and together they built their love story into a beautiful narrative. The romance progression is presented with a perfect momentum, not too fast and not too slow. LAST BUT NOT LEAST, THE ENDING OF THIS SEASON IS SO IMPECCABLE AND SHOWED THE TRUE FORM OF ROMANCE ANIME ! Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2 or in english called The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 should be deserved an award as the best romance anime in this season or even this year. It showcased beautiful art with understandable story telling followed by impactful character development accompanied by brilliant romance stories in perfect pacing. I highly recommended this anime to the viewers who loves watching comedic romance anime because this anime is the definition of “the peak of romance”. I willingly put this anime as the best comedic romance anime below Kaguya-sama: Love is War. Standing applause for the production team for creating this magnificent anime and hoping that will be a season 3 sooner or later ❤
GonXalo
04/01/2024, 09:51 AM
Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu, or "The Dangers in My Heart" (abbreviated as Bokuyaba), has been one of the greatest surprises I've had in my over 15 years in the anime/manga industry. It's the unequivocal proof that, even though the industry may seem saturated with works featuring similar elements, genuine and refreshing stories can still be crafted to surprise and excite us, breaking away from the established conventions they impose upon themselves. In this case, we're talking about a romantic comedy of opposites attract, something we've seen numerous times within the genre. However, it stands out for being a touching, nostalgic, and precious storywith authentic and real characters. It subtly explores the internal conflicts of a young heart in the midst of self-discovery. Despite Bokuyaba being a RomCom at its essence, balancing equitably and fluidly between its romantic and comedic moments, that's just its surface layer. Once we delve into its deeper layers, we realize that besides being a beautiful and captivating story of youthful love, it's also a tale about the changes we undergo during one of the most complicated and turbulent times of our lives: adolescence. It's a change that manifests both physically—where we see our characters develop their bodies, grow taller, change their voices, as well as attempt to alter their physical appearance by losing weight or changing their look with a simple haircut—and mentally—where our characters mature, learn from their mistakes, face their insecurities, take on more responsibilities, become more aware of their surroundings, and always strive to better themselves. But above all, it's the emotional change where we discover our preferences and fall in love for the first time. Bokuyaba portrays impeccably and convincingly how the feeling of adolescent first love is; the nerves we feel when we're with the person we like, the anxiety to see them again, smiling unconsciously when they talk to us, and blushing relatively easily. We try to act differently than we would with others because we want that person to see how great we can be, to make a great impression. Staying up late talking on the phone, worrying when several days pass without seeing them, feeling jealous when they're with someone else—there's a plethora of mixed emotions that confuse us and make us doubt. It's a reflection of the inexperience we have at that age. But beyond that, Bokuyaba also focuses on something very important that most of these high school romance anime forget or omit, and that's the building of emotional bonds that go far beyond love. While love is the predominant feeling throughout the story and the main motivation for both characters, it's just the tip of the iceberg because Bokuyaba prioritizes building a relationship on foundations as important as trust, respect, and honesty between both parties, mutual understanding, being aware of each other's problems, being an emotional support in moments of fragility, having the patience to wait or listen carefully when the other wants to say something, and being able to empathize with their situation and try to help them in a selfless manner. It's a story that goes beyond simply showing sweet or cute interactions between the protagonists; it's a deep emotional connection that feels real and human. All of this can be seen reflected in its two protagonists. On one side, we have Kyoutarou Ichikawa, a shy, reserved, short, and friendless boy. At first glance, Kyoutarou seems to be the typical lonely protagonist without any outstanding qualities. However, as we delve deeper into his character, we realize that he is much more multifaceted than he initially seems. Kyoutarou is quite withdrawn and dislikes socializing with people, but he doesn't hold back when expressing his dislikes, he prefers to blend into the background and not get involved in others' affairs, although he often acts impulsively to help his classmates, despite being quite intelligent, Kyoutarou struggles greatly with self-esteem issues stemming from his past and a negative event that marked him, making him even more insecure and fearful, creating a complex of inferiority, as well as self-hatred and disdain. Throughout the story, we will see Kyoutarou constantly having to confront these internal problems stemming from his past, while simultaneously discovering these new feelings gradually blossoming within him, such as falling in love for the first time. We will be witnesses to how both aspects conflict internally within his own mind, causing him to wonder and question how he should act or what step he should take next to confront these new emotions. However, it is through this that Kyoutarou, unlike the vast majority of protagonists we see in romantic comedies, will progressively change. As he interacts with his classmates and makes new friends, he will open up to the world, revealing his most intimate and human side, his unknown facets, his phobias, and quirks. But no matter how much Kyoutarou tries to change, he will often stumble, doubt, or make mistakes, he will thinks doing it wrong and regress, he will feel afraid of this change and what it might mean for him and the relationship he is building because maturing is a long process and a path full of curves where we will constantly see Kyoutarou searching for answers to these new stimuli he has never before experienced. On the other hand, we have Anna Yamada, our co-protagonist and the romantic interest of our Kyoutarou. Anna is a box of surprises, a completely unpredictable and very expressive girl who is completely opposite to Kyoutarou; she is quite tall, cheerful, charismatic, and very sociable, although she may seem a bit clumsy at times. Additionally, she works as an actress and a magazine model. The first impression she may give off is that of the "ideal girl" that every man would like to have. However, as we get to know Anna from Kyoutarou's perspective, we realize quite the opposite, showing us an ordinary girl with her own problems and flaws. Anna is a girl who has been "forced" to act like an adult, to mature prematurely, and to have more responsibilities due to her work. But Anna is still a 14-year-old girl, emotionally very unstable, who cries relatively easily, feels useless for not being able to help, and thinks she's not a reliable person because of it. Since childhood, she has grown up with certain insecurities and frustrations, seeing that there was always someone better than her in everything she tried. She is afraid that the people closest to her will eventually hate her for who she is, presenting a wide range of internal issues that will be revealed through her dialogues and interactions. Bokuyaba shows us that both Anna and Kyoutarou, no matter how "different" they may seem from a superficial perspective, are much more alike than they imagine, and that idealizing someone based on their appearance or status without knowing that person is one of the greatest mistakes we can make. The development of their relationship is fantastic because there is a sense of progression and continuity, where it's gratifying for the viewer to see both characters grow personally as their romantic relationship evolves. Many RomComs seem to "live in the moment," giving us episodes that only aim to show something cute and disconnected. In these anime, you could watch the episodes in non-chronological order, and the impact would be minimal because the characters would act the same, and only the "setting" would change. In contrast, in Bokuyaba, it's the opposite; there's a continuous progression where you can see how the characters grow closer and fall in love as they meet at school and talk daily. At first, they are just classmates, having short and direct conversations, both maintaining a certain distance with minimal eye contact and no physical contact, displaying a much more formal and respectful attitude. Here, we won't see our protagonists walking home together in the first episode, let alone seeing the girl in a bikini at the protagonist's house after only speaking a few times at school. There's no sudden intimacy that arises overnight because Bokuyaba develops their relationship slowly but steadily. Our protagonists go through various phases in their relationship: they get to know each other, talk daily, and become friends. Trust and intimacy grow, they become more comfortable being together, grow closer, take more liberties, start to become curious about each other, a curiosity that gradually transforms into interest, they want to know more about each other, from interest comes attraction, and then, love. It's a romantic construction where even the smallest details persist throughout the story and are extremely significant to the characters. A small bottle of milk tea that the boy gives to the girl to calm her in a moment of guilt will continue to be present as a decorative element in her room in the next episodes. A small gift like a keychain will become one of the most important and valuable objects for the character because of its meaning, becoming a kind of talisman that accompanies them everywhere throughout the series. The same goes for many dialogues and interactions that directly influence each other, many doubts that linger in the character's subconscious for several episodes, they will regret having done something wrong or question what they could have done better, he understands that he is in love but he doesn't know what the next step he has to take is. Furthermore, it's a relationship that feels incredibly organic and human because of the way both interact with each other. When one wants to say something to the other, the other patiently waits to listen. When one has doubts about doing something, the other encourages them to move forward so they can do it. It's a relationship that constantly feeds off each other; there's no "passive and active" dynamic. In Bokuyaba, both actively seek each other out to talk or simply spend time together. Both have moments where they go on the "offensive" or "defensive" by saying or doing something that surprises the other. They both gradually open up to show their most intimate and vulnerable sides, becoming more aware of each other's personal problems and trying to help each other move forward and overcome all the barriers they encounter along the way. It's a relationship that grows like a plant, where you have to water it every day and protect it from possible external dangers. It has been cultivated with a lot of time, understanding, and patience, a progression that gradually unfolds without haste, where neither of the two characters wants to make a misstep. Obviously, many doubts arise along this path; as I mentioned earlier, their insecurities are constantly in conflict, the fear that everything they have built up to that point might fade away will be present. They are two teenagers experiencing love for the first time, but even so, Bokuyaba shows us straightforward writing that doesn't beat around the bush, where misunderstandings or situations of total "breakdown" between them are resolved in a mature and natural way, without the need to prolong the conflicts or enter into vicious circles that lead nowhere. These are two characters who, thanks to the honesty and trust they both feel for each other, and obviously, the courage they muster at that moment, can resolve their problems by talking about them directly. Speaking of characters, in Bokuyaba, we have a cast of teenage characters who, incredibly, act like teenagers, where Norio has fantastically captured what the school environment is like at that age. It's not a story that drastically infantilizes its characters with the aim of making them "extremely pure," where we see 14-year-olds acting like 7 or 8-year-olds. Here, we see 14-year-olds acting like 14-year-olds. I mean, who hasn't made dirty or perverted jokes with their classmates? Exactly. In Bokuyaba, there's an excellent representation of everything that involves that school environment, both in groups of boys, where we see they are much noisier, unbearable, and more perverted, with hormones raging, liking to act "cool" in front of the girl they like, having a much rougher and prouder attitude, etc. As well as in groups of girls, where they have closer behaviors among themselves, more contact, take more liberties, are much quieter and less noisy, have much "sweeter and fluffier" interactions, etc. But above all, what stands out most about the secondary characters of Bokuyaba is that they are an excellent complement to the story. Not because they really have any kind of individual development, but rather the opposite. They are an excellent supporting cast for what really matters: the main couple. Where the vast majority of anime would insert their secondary characters as "destructive" elements or ones that constantly intervene, unnecessarily prolonging things, creating misunderstandings, or hindering the progress of the relationship, here it's the opposite. We have a cast that, in addition to being excellently characterized with different personalities to give us a broader and more diverse comedy, helps the couple directly and indirectly. From the friends Kyoutarou makes during his school journey to the beloved Nigorikawa, who appears as a kind of alter ego of Kyoutarou in his introspective moments, as well as Anna's friends or her parents. But the ones that stand out the most are Kanna (Kyoutarou's sister) and Moeko (one of Anna's best friends), two characters who, although we don't know them in depth, manage to be endearing and beloved characters. Because both are aware of the situation between our protagonists and will show very noble gestures towards them. Instead of interrupting them, they will give them the private space they need by leaving them alone so they can talk or inventing an excuse for them to stay together. In moments where something stagnates or there are doubts, they will be the first ones there to push our couple to take the next step. The supporting characters in Bokuyaba are everything we need in a romantic comedy: charismatic and funny characters who, at the same time, don't steal the spotlight from our protagonists. And although many of them are aware of the situation between them, they don't interfere and give them the necessary time to flow and continue advancing their relationship at their own pace without feeling pressured or obligated to confess prematurely. Another thing I would like to talk about regarding Bokuyaba is the naturalness and expressiveness that the work has in all aspects. There are many school romance anime where you hear two characters having a conversation and you feel that deep down it's all very artificial. Let me explain; there are conversations where you hear one character and immediately hear the other, and you feel that what they are talking about is something "written by a scriptwriter," where the voice actors follow the script "to the letter," it's all very "robotic" and "plastic." In Bokuyaba, it's the complete opposite, and this is due to many factors involving direction. Here, the use of timing is masterfully handled, as well as fluidity and spontaneity in their conversations. Many times, one character is speaking and the other interrupts, or both talk about different things at the same time, they will also be surprised by each other's unexpected responses or actions, the rhythm and dynamics of their conversations are unpredictable. Here, we are not facing two characters "reading a script"; we are facing two "people" speaking naturally, and we see this reflected in their small everyday chats that often aren't even important to the story but are there. There are many times when both fall silent because they can't follow the thread of the conversation or run out of topics to talk, they stutter or overthink things, even going to say something but then regretting and retracting, showing gestures of nervousness or guilt, sweating in their hands, changing expressions on their faces, gesturing and body movements, sometimes moving their fingers or balancing their feet—gestures that speak louder than words-. It knows how to portray genuine feelings of discomfort and shame, convey powerful tension, and give us wonderful and unforgettable moments of emotional catharsis, all accompanied by fantastic voice acting from the seiyuus (mainly those of Anna and Kyoutarou) who have managed to immerse themselves so well in the characters that they know very well how to make a perfect intonation in their voices to transmit the essence and feelings of each scene. Another notable aspect of this show is its production and adaptation. Although I consider the manga a must-read for every fan of the work since there is much more information about the characters and contextualization of all the subtext the story possesses, the adaptation it has received is masterful in every sense, providing a completely new experience with fantastic adaptation where they have managed to add small changes and details that often make the scenes more impactful or emotionally weighty. There are precious moments of intimacy and an appropriate pace for each situation to flow naturally, accompanied by a wonderfully orchestrated soundtrack by Kensuke Ushio, which perfectly captures the characters' feelings throughout the entire story. There are pieces for every type of situation, from ones that start with several instruments timidly playing out of sync but gradually try to connect to create a coherent sound and a melody that represents moments of approach and discovery of new feelings, we have melodies that are tranquil and friendly, with slower and more varied sounds for everyday moments, others that are soft and calm but maintain a certain degree of intensity for scenes of greater intimacy, and others that, although starting slowly, progressively escalate in intensity until they explode into a wonderful and powerful melody alongside the uncontrollable overflow of emotions from our protagonists. All of this is accompanied by real scenarios, fantastic art, and the use of lighting and colors that are often used as visual metaphors, where we see Anna being illuminated by a bright ray of light as a representation of the salvation Kyoutarou has found in her, creating unique and immersive atmospheres, with orange and reddish sunsets in more impulsive and overflowing scenes, and blueish evening skies in calmer and more contemplative scenes, all thanks to the direction of Akagi Hiroaki, who has known how to transmit the essence of the manga and its characters perfectly. Norio-sensei is a meticulous author like few I've seen, and this is reflected in Bokuyaba. The amount of subtext in the story is monumental, but unfortunately, very few people realize it. This is due to many factors regarding the translation. There's an immense amount of wordplay that is impossible to convey meaningfully in our language, several hints or "hidden" messages that go unnoticed by the audience, various actions where there are more intentions than it seems, the use of certain words and the misinterpretation that characters may have when hearing them, certain conversations that seem inconsequential but will gain relevance in the future, or that the characters will remember. It's one of these stories that you can watch over and over again, because, besides being a very dynamic and entertaining story, you gradually realize all these almost imperceptible details the first time you see it, details that greatly enrich the work on a personal level. Bokuyaba is a story that keeps you on the edge of your seat for all 24 minutes of each episode, a rollercoaster of emotions that leaves you eagerly awaiting what will happen next, much like an action shounen would do, but not because it has frenetic action or epic moments, but rather because you want to see how the story unfolds, you want to see if the protagonists will be honest with their feelings, if they will be able to take the next step. Many times, the narrative itself will play with our anxiety and make us think that our protagonists will take a step back or cowardice at the last moment, or at least that will be our sensation for a few minutes. And just when we let our guard down, we'll see how our protagonists, with great courage and determination, take that step we've been eagerly awaiting, with powerful cathartic scenes where emotions are running high, beautifully orchestrated scenes that transport us directly into their world. Personally, I have to admit that I quite like romantic comedies, but lately, I was feeling tired of seeing "more of the same." I mean, stories like Takagi-san, Nagatoro, Sono Bisque Doll, Sukinako, Komi-san, among others, are very nice, entertaining, and with some, I've even been moved. But I feel like they're missing something. Perhaps substance? Perhaps more credibility in their interactions? I'm not really sure what it could be, but Bokuyaba has shown me something completely different from all these romantic comedies. When I watch an episode of a romantic comedy and finish it, I'm left with the feeling that "it was a nice episode," but with Bokuyaba, I found myself saying every time I finished an episode, "this was truly beautiful and captivating." It has managed to awaken feelings that I thought had already died within me. I could be writing for hours and hours about this work, but to not drag on any longer, to summarize my review: Bokuyaba is a teenage romance story that explores the conflicted and turbulent heart of adolescence. It's about change, growth, and maturity, about creating emotional bonds. It's a gripping, addictive, and captivating story that leaves us with a sense of nostalgia, with powerful personal messages and life lessons: learning to love and accept yourself. 10/10
GentleDragonite
03/31/2024, 08:09 PM
[MINOR, non-specific spoilers] The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 is amazing, heartfelt and surely reignited my love for romance anime. I daresay that this is one of the best romantic comedies since Kayuga-sama love is war, and the most realistic romance since Tsuki Ga Kirei, and seems like an easy choice for Romance of the year. In this day and age of romantic comedies, they tend to be highly repetitive, often coupled with a couple of many annoying, one-dimensional character tropes and random plot points slotted in to prevent romantic progression. However, Dangers in my heart stands out through elevating its characters into relatable, andmost importantly realistic human beings, which ultimately makes its narrative all the more compelling and personal. The most impressive part of Dangers in my Heart, in my opinion, is how it uses the *overused* school setting in romance anime to its fullest potential, using "stereotypical" romantic situations such as school trips, festivals etc. to develop its characters further, allowing them to grow from a child to someone more than that. When individual romantic events show no sense of linearity in typical romance anime, each romantic situation Kyoutarou and Yamada get into helps them grow as people, understand each other better and slowly realize how important the other is to their lives. Secondly, as mentioned before, the characters are written in such a compelling and relatable fashion, not as idealized people who could do everything to please others, or as perfect characters who know their way through every situation, but as imperfect people who discover their flaws and work to make themselves better. Kyoutarou in particular, started off in the first season as a teenage edgelord who seemingly has a screw loose, locking himself away from other people as he believed everyone was out to get him. Many of us have been there, being insecure about what other people think of us, being insecure about the person we are, constantly worrying about how imperfect and "lame" we are. However, as the series progresses through the second season, Kyoutarou has clearly moved on to become someone not scared of others, but most importantly, not scared of himself. From taking one step forward, two steps back with his relationship with Yamada, he slowly justifies his own feelings of love and understands just how important they are, regardless of what others may say, regardless of what society may say. Kyoutarou realizes that he loves Yamada. Every single episode subtly shows another phase in his development, it never feels rushed or forced as he progresses naturally from an introverted teenage edgelord to a man we could all respect and look up to. While her development is not as detailed as Kyoutarou's, Yamada is a great compliment to Kyoutarou, not only in the fact that she has amazing chemistry with him, but also that she has her own insecurities and worries, like a typical teenager would have. This include being fearful that she is not her perfect self. She is scared of her jealous self, scared of her clumsy and air-headed self, as well as jumping through hoops to express who she really is, but Kyoutarou in large part, as well as the other characters, make her realise that she is likable and loved regardless of her imperfections. The realism extends to the rest of the cast, with many other characters having their own quirks and insecurities. While you wouldn't expect the side cast of romance anime (which typically focuses on the main duo) to be interesting, the side cast of characters actually help compliment the main duo well, either by being supportive and recognizing the need for the main duo to come to terms with their feelings, or by affirming how much the main duo, more specifically Kyoutarou, has grown as a person. Additionally, the side cast's variety in personalities creates unique (mostly), comedic situations that have a few really funny punchlines I would not spoil for you here. I am most impressed by Yamada's mother, specifically, as parents in romance anime usually don't play a huge role, more often that not appearing as a roadblock for the main duo's relationship to be recognized. However, Yamada's mother shows real care for Yamada, not being closed minded about Yamada's relationship with Kyoutarou, but recognizing that love could play a major role in her child's well-being and happiness. Thus, she supports her in many ways, through words of affirmation and more impactfully through her actions, pushing for Yamada to find her happiness with Kyoutarou. In the world full of idealized portrayals of love, Dangers in my heart season 2 does not indulge in the "match made in heaven" bullshit, but instead shows just how beautiful two people, supporting each other and helping each other grow, being in love truly is.
Maddtiltanime
03/31/2024, 12:13 AM
One of the best romance anime I have seen in a long time. This anime is therapeutic to watch because it's so wholesome! I feel genuinely happier watching this anime. An anime that seems simple and childlike but has very complicated adult-oriented themes. An art style that seems nostalgic and almost a throwback to other old romance animes with school settings. This anime touched my heart in ways that I did not know anime can. Not many romance animes shines on themes related to anxiety, low self esteem, and insecurity. But this anime slowly cooks the viewers into these heavy themes while balancing humor andslice of life elements. You feel almost a connection to the core cast. Because everyone been through schools and emotional rollercoasters and you can't help but to relate to some of the emotional obstacles that some of the characters face. This anime is amazing at slowly introducing characters that start to grow on you. The interactions between every character are enjoyable to watch. Although I do criticize that I wish to see more of the side character interactions with the main cast. But regardless this series is fun, emotional, and psychologically deeper than you think.
Edenharley
03/30/2024, 07:27 PM
Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu Season 2........... I am rendered speechless. I truly truly cannot express in words enough how special this series is. How perfectly it's written. How it had me more invested than any show I can remember in recent memory. I am baffled. Romance does not get better than this. And I don't think it could ever hope to. Nothing compares. Nothing even comes close. I will never be over this series. Anime does not get much better. I don't even know how you could conceive a better main two protagonists than BokuYaba has. It's not possible. The character writing thedialogue the scenarios the animation the voice acting the development it's all flawless I have no complaints with this anime I have none whatsoever. Perfection personified. Speaking more about the characters, I cannot fathom how they were even written. From the moment we met them through all the masterful development I have never rooted for two characters more in my life. I cannot explain how masterfully every single scene was written. Everything had impact. Everything mattered. Everything had purpose, everything led to more development to more perfect scenes to more captivating interactions I am utterly stunned at how real everything felt and how natural every aspect of their progression was. I would squirm like a little girl throughout basically every romantic scene, I would go to bed thinking about this show and wake up doing the same. Never has there been a better written romance. The animation was perfection. Everything was so vibrant, so full of life, so purposeful especially during the romantic scenes. Everything felt so alive and immersive and I have never felt so excited for every single scene before. The art was gorgeous, the way the characters were drawn in important moments and even just the backgrounds and environments filled me with awe. Everything felt so cute yet so serious, so incredibly vibrant I was just lost for words. The jokes and overall vibe throughout always hit no matter what, this anime absolutely delivers all you could possible hope for and then goes far far beyond that. Episodes would have me laughing out loud, nearly crying from emotional overload, squirming from pure overstimulation, shaking in my chair because I was so excited to see what would come from certain scenes. I truly cannot put into words the feelings this anime gave me. I loved every character, all the side characters served such a great purpose to the plot, everything was so perfectly crafted every interaction had meaning every scene brought something new and interesting and important to the plot there was no filler there was nothing wasted they just developed everything exactly how a viewer would have wanted. I have never rewatched so many clips on youtube before I have never rewatched so many episodes before so many highlights I am absolutely and totally in love with this show. Overall this was far and wide the best romance I have ever watched and one of the best pieces of fiction I have watched period. An absolute must watch. A life changing piece of media just the most adorable thing I have ever witnessed in my 22 years on this planet. The easiest 10 I've given in a long time. Perfection.
AGiantWeeb
03/30/2024, 02:39 PM
Don't let the haters fool you, this is peak rom com and not waifu bait at all. Sure some people consider her a Waifu, but those people are creepy af for drooling over a 14 year old. This and the first season are written incredibly well. The character development is on point, it's seriously the highlight of the show for me. This isn't just some reverse Shoujo attractive girl falls for less than attractive guy, their love is more based on personality and is more wholesome. It also depicts accurately falling for someone. I feel the first intro for the first season captures that feeling pretty well. I believeit's a very aptly named series. It reminds me of being younger, it reminds me of being in love for the first time, for real. Personally I feel most teens are in lust, not in love. However you can feel the genuine affection each character has for each other. Especially with Yamada's goals and ambitions, Kyotaro is her rock in supporting her. This genre can honestly feel dead at times, but this, and the first season are gems that should be watched whether your male or female. I feel it can fit into either genre. 10/10, must watch.
Autoparts_22
03/30/2024, 01:23 PM
After watching season 1, I thought that this was just going to be an average school romance show. Season 2 not only outperformed my expectations, but elevated my view of the romance genre. In other words, this show went from good to PEAK romance. Some of you reading this may be thinking: "It's just another show of a shy loner kid getting with the outgoing popular girl. What makes this show so different? Why does it have this high of a rating on MAL?" The answer is simple: They perfected the trope. It is clear that from the characters, the writer, the animators, andeveryone else involved that they devoted their hearts to a high quality show and story. The first few episodes of season 1 were very strange, I felt a bit uncomfortable watching it. The Japanese version of the "quiet kid" that wants to kill the popular girl in school. After episode 4 of the first season, it had only gotten better. The animation, the soundtrack, and the writing for season 2 are nothing but exceptional. What stood out the most to me was the emotional maturity and character development for both of the main characters. Ichikawa in this season starts to break out from his shell of loner mentality and allows her and his friends to change him for the better. His constant growth in each episode compared to his cringe self in Season 1 is a massive payoff as you can't help but to root for him. Yamada, also is not just there to build up Kyotaro. She truly cares for others and grows to learn more about him and in turn, learns more about herself. Another thing that makes a great show is its side characters. Whenever most of them are involved, they make their mark with the short time they have on screen. Kana, Kyotaro's sister, is a perfect example of a sister who truly cares for his brother without being too clingy. Kyotaro's friend Adachi is the comedic relief of the show and says the craziest things which lead to funny situations. Moeko, Yamada's friend, is the ultimate wingman for both Kyotaro and Yamada. She always backs them up but also likes to tease with them. Many other characters in the show are great in some way where there's not one you can really hate and are well written themselves. Giving a 10/10 for a show is not something I take lightly. A show that's a 10 for me, has to be a true masterpiece and this season alone is that. It made me a fan of this series where I couldn't wait to see the next episode every week. It is truly as advertised: A literal Danger to My Heart.
Marco16831
03/30/2024, 12:38 PM
Entertainment: 10/10 Only the entertainment criteria is used for scoring since that's the most important aspect for me Art style: Almost perfection, the facial expressions of the characters and the scenery was a lot different from the other anime i usually watch but I fell in love with it as I watched more and more episodes Characters: Really nice, almost every single character/couple introduced has a bit of backstory introduced to back up their reasoning and dialogue, making it a lot more interesting, Plot: Perfection, perfect pacing, storyline, dialogue, jokes/punchline everything you can name Sound: Really good openings and ending, but the first season op played at the end ofthe last episode was enough to win me Entertainment: Really enjoyed the anime overall, probably the best romance anime in terms of plot and pacing. Glad I didn't drop this anime during the first season of the anime during the first 3 episodes and getting to witness this masterpiece
Marinate1016
03/30/2024, 12:07 PM
While I don’t think Bokuyaba is the best romance ever, it’s certainly deserving of a lot of the praise it gets and is one of best developed school romances out there. A must watch for any romance fan and the gold standard for romance manga adaptations. Perhaps no other series has captured the highs and lows of early adolescence quite like Bokuyaba. Middle school is such an interesting time because our bodies and emotions are developing at a very fast rate, often faster than we can comprehend. There’s a whirlwind of emotions hitting all at the same time and it’s easy to get swept up inthose. This series does such a good job of showing the complex mood swings and feelings than can arise in teenagers as a result and it really feels like we’re proud parents watching our kids grow up in front of us, establishing a level of emotional connectivity not seen often. Kyo and Anna’s unlikely love story is the core of the story. Two people who on the surface couldn’t be more different, yet in reality are able to bond over shared insecurities and interests. The perfect model Yamada may seem like she’s got it all figured out. Popular, a model and drop dead gorgeous, anyone would be lucky to have her. But few really understand her, at least on the level that Kyo grows to. An introverted stereotypical chuuni who at the start of the show can’t do anything but write down how much he wants to kill people in class, Kyotaro arguably has some of the best character development in the medium. If you’re able to deal with his cringe antics through the first two episodes or so, you’ll really be rewarded, especially in this second season where he continues to come into his own and really takes a leadership role in his class. I couldn’t help grinning from ear to ear with each milestone he completed. Half the fun of this story is seeing two people who could seemingly not be more different defy expectations and find out they have more in common with each other than with anyone else. While we may not all find a Yamada or Kyo, I think that’s a powerful life lesson to be learnt. We can find the best of people in the most unlikely of places. There’s so many moments in this show that had me giddy like a high school girl. With each episode, both leads got bolder, coming closer to shattering the thin glass between them. It’s a very satisfying process unlike most romance stories that feature poor communication, over complication and characters who can’t stand next to each other for 10 seconds without running away. While there is definitely some awkwardness between Anna and Kyo, it’s more so normal “I have a crush and am in middle school” type of awkwardness rather than unrealistic shonen manga stuff. A testament to the author’s ability to create realistic characters. Further to that point, the seiyuus do a good job of conveying the sort of youthful naïveté you’d expect at this age without sounding too anime-y. There’s definitely some tropey moments, but they’re not overwhelming. That leads into the last and perhaps the biggest reason for Bokuyaba’s success. Its production values. I knew of studio Shin-Ei from Takagi san and Kakkou, but man I did not know they were capable of this type of direction and cinematography. This had SHAFT/Kyoani levels of quality and for such a ground level and character driven story, it manages to feel exciting and fluid thanks to the use of on screen text(think Monogatari), camera movement and scene cuts. Not to mention the gorgeous visuals, genius use of lighting, shadows and colours. And we haven’t even talked about my particular favourite, Ushio Kensuke’s OST. Ushio-sensei has worked on many of my favourite OST’s including Koe no Katachi, Tengoku and Liz to Aoi Tori. His pieces add such weight and impact to the big emotional set pieces and this show would not hit the same without it. He knows exactly what literal and figurative notes to hit at exactly the right time. So, what’s the verdict on Bokuyaba season 2? It’s a massive improvement over season 1 in every way. From story, to romance to character development, it all takes a massive step forward just like our two leads. Progress is gradual, but satisfying and if you at all liked season 1, you’ll love this season too. It’s not the best romance ever, but the hype is largely deserved. It’s a simple, but effective coming of age story that doesn’t rely on fan service or too many tropes to make its point. If there’s one thing we should all take away from this show it’s that we shouldn’t be afraid to open ourselves up and connect with people, even if they are seemingly polar opposites of ourselves. Bokuyaba season 2 gets a very easy 10, out of 10.
whiteflame55
03/30/2024, 12:07 PM
I liked season 1 of this show a lot, but season 2 made me fall in love with this series. Sure, it's the same characters as the first season, but you get to see more than the beginnings of a relationship here. There may not be the grand confession between Ichikawa and Yamada, no publicized relationship, but they are fundamentally in a very different place throughout this season, past the earliest misunderstandings and, at times, poor comprehension of their own feelings. Instead, we find ourselves diving into the relationship as it builds in ways that oscillate between subtle and dramatic, but they all left mewith a massive smile. So many moments in this series just left me plain giddy. It also helps that the series seems to have largely left behind an element that didn’t work for me in S1: Ichikawa’s chuunibyou behaviors, which to the series credit, have also gotten some explanation. But it's not just that these moments worked for me. If the series was just cute or the characters just an adorable couple, it wouldn't rate nearly as high as it does for me. There's a lot to love, particularly in Ichikawa's experience. Given that we spend so much time seeing things from his perspective, that's probably obvious, but this is the season we really get to know Yamada, despite never seeing into her head. She's much less subtle this time around when it comes to her feelings, so her characterization shines throughout the season. And when those moments shine alongside Ichikawa, particularly when scenes are allowed to speak for themselves rather than requiring a lot of insight into what he's thinking, the moments can become transcendent. There are a couple of episodes in this season that feature such strong moments of character growth (particularly Episode 6) that it would be easy to make the case for them being some of the best of any series this season, though every episode had something to love. And yes, that ending was as adorable and sweet as it could be, a moment that really demonstrates how far these characters have come. Compared with all that, there's not too much to criticize. The series does a far better job covering Yamada's work as a model and actress, even if we're still mainly getting glimpses into her life from an outsider's perspective. The side characters, particularly Adachi, get some meaningful development even if they're still frustrating most of the time. There are still several side characters who feel like they're there just to make things difficult or function as stereotypes for a laugh (this series is still very funny much of the time, though it's mostly despite that), which is probably the series' weakest part. There's just not much of an ensemble cast. I think the creators make the right choice to put their attention on the central couple, but it does end up feeling like others are just the source of wacky situations rather than deep characters in their own rights. All this is to say that this might just be my favorite season of any romantic anime, bar none. Seen a lot of greats, but this just made my heart melt.
KoraxCatalyst
03/30/2024, 10:13 AM
TL;DR: I understand that this review is stupidly long and kind of personal. If you are even on the fence, give this show a chance, it’s great. And if you can allow yourself to enjoy something so eagerly sensitive, you won’t regret it. One night back in late 2019 shortly following one of the worst months of my life, I was called over to sit next to this mysterious girl while riding the bus. It turns out this person was in my creative writing class and recognized me, she liked some of the stuff I wrote. We hung out a few times before the semester ended.It turns out despite being in a life science her real dream was to write for a living, she also somehow comprehended a lot of my strange ideas, she was unintentionally pretty, and elegantly dweeby. Anyways. At this point, I think Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu can be pretty confidently considered one of the great raid bosses of romance anime, a modern classic of the genre if you will. You take a cleverly written, dense, yet still approachable romantic scenario and have it be brought to life by a seasoned industry experts, and you have the perfect recipe for a potentially exceptional experience. I feel like any praise I heap on Bokuyaba could be taken as some kind of overhyping, since at the end of the day it’s a fairly straight forward romance show, the kind where the main leads brush their hands up against each other and start blushing or some kind of other histrionic nonsense. But at least for this style, specifically in the heavily streamlined form Bokuyaba depicts, I can’t see a better form possibly existing. This is as good as this shit is ever going to get, and in that light, it deserves whatever praise its small but emboldened fanbase wishes to heap. Even though I’ve talked at length already as to why I enjoyed season one, I think it’s important to break down the general reasons why this season has specifically been propelled to the top of the charts. Since I’m sure for months now people have been incredibly confused as to why some seemingly frivolous high school bullshit is fighting alongside decade defining works like Vinland Saga. Which, if you hear me out, shouldn’t be that hard of a sell. Part 1: It looks perrrrrty Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu isn’t a show that escapes the aesthetic trappings of its setting, this isn’t some experimental extravaganza like Sonny boy. The source material is bound to a simple middle school (not high school) setting in a typical Japanese Tokyo metropolitan area taking place sometime in the late 2010’s. Yet, Bokuyaba gracefully, almost like it was born to, is able to elevate its largely blasé setting into an immersive environment where beautiful, enriching romance is blooming before your eyes. Season two specifically somehow outpaces season one in almost every aspect visually, and in particularly regards to its direction. In terms of storyboarding, character art, animation, music choices, editing, among other more micro directorial decisions, this season stands a step above the previous, and above most slice of life anime. This isn’t to unnecessarily deride or insult romance stories that didn’t have the privilege of an incredibly dedicated team of digital photographers that meticulously elevated every idiosyncratic moment, but bokuyaba does, and this sets it apart. Combined with Kensuke Ushio’s ethereal, heartstrings-pulling soundtrack, Bokuyaba is able to sell basically any scene under the pretenses of its own nostalgic adoration of adolescent love. Moments are often captured in this ephemeral liminality kind of like sports anime, moments feel substantially slower and more significant to the parties involved than what we would normally witness in real life. Most of my complaints about the original season’s production have mostly been cleaned up in the six month intermission the staff had to make season two. As such, the show largely looks beautiful, with quirky, endearing character designs and atmosphere that is able to convey both the silly, the dramatic, and the intimate. In January of 2020, I decided to get a buzzcut out of raw curiosity since I had had largely the same hairstyle since high school, it looked terrible. Like many with a buzzcut, my hairstyle didn’t demonstrate anything about my personality nor did it flatter my appearance by any stretch. Yet, when I saw that same girl I mentioned earlier in the following semester’s creative writing course, she complimented my cut. I was appreciative but confused, I’ve never had someone compliment me on such a run of the mill style before, I wasn’t sure what to think. But her compliment made me consider when we got lunch in early February, could this meal together, and our previous hang out sessions where we went to the Museum, or made pancakes together, be considered dates? “Absurd,” I thought, “there’s no fucking way.” Yet, there was a part of me that desperately wanted it to be true. Part 2: The characters actually deserve each other Despite having the series being so romance focused, Bokuyaba fundamentally cares about its characterization more, preserving its development, while still providing its audience the small moments of wholesome satisfaction and progress that comes with these cute or sensitive love stories. Often times in romance subplots in media oriented toward men, the main couple getting together is taken as such a given that I find it hardly something worth getting invested. Firstly, the girl is basically designed to be as likable to the audience and the protagonist as possible, where the only reason they’re not fucking from episode two is because either the main character has to prove to the universe he’s worth anything (not to the girl), or basic narrative contrivance. Secondly, sometimes I find “main girls” in anime so eager to be liked as to be boring. The characters in anime I tend to remember and appreciate the most are ones that contain compelling flaws that add to the greater themes of the work and blah blah blah, I’m sure you’ve heard this a million fucking times at this point. Thankfully, the featured couple Bokuyaba has enough down to earth insecurities to make the characters feel dynamic enough to be genuinely engaging. I’ve already talked about Kyotaro at length in my review on season one, but what makes his arc so satisfying this time around is that the sheer degree of his neuroticism becomes the core thing holding the relationship back. Things are made as obvious for this kid as possible, but because of his vast insecurities and feelings of inferiority, he can’t take the steps necessary to cement his relationship with Anna. In fact, even when it becomes undeniable this chick likes him, he can only contextualize it within specific constructs that seek to justify his anxieties and low self-esteem, “I have to be extra careful because if I make any serious mistakes, she’ll immediately hate me!” Bokuyaba forces Kyotaro to go through the initial hazing necessary to build the prerequisite self-worth to finally move his relationships forward. He needs to overcome himself to love someone else, this means going outside your comfort zone, getting involved in activities you normally wouldn’t, a making friends that aren’t JUST your romantic interest, these efforts build essential trust in your own competencies. It helps that there’s this bishounen imaginary friend guy, which could be thought of as the rational part of Kyotaro’s brain, that helps ground the story in something that isn’t unadulterated anxious speculation. Kyotaro’s own conception of who he wants to be through this shoujo manga pretty boy also reinforces the narrative’s general themes about needing self-love to love others. Because, dating Yamada wouldn’t possible if he always felt like she’s heads above him in terms of social status and character—which of course, if you pay attention, is a dead fucking lie. When I watched season one, despite enjoying her character, I still sort of wrote Anna off as this coomer-bait wish-fulfillment female lead who was kind of autistic. Only after starting season two, when Anna opens up to Kyotaro about her insecurities for the first time, did I realize how much the main character’s perspective colored my interpretation of this character. While anna is to some extent an idealized anime character, someone whom the author put every trait she “found cute in girls” into, she is flawed in the ways a young teenager tends to be flawed. Anna is childish, gluttonous, easily jealous, slightly obtuse to the people around her, again—super normal shit. But even Anna herself manages her own inferiority complex that, up until the show’s beginning, was a hindrance on her own growth as a person. And while Anna’s insecurities aren’t enough to prevent them from dating, Kyotaro’s standoff-ish personality forces her to unearth and confront her flaws in order to get closer to him. That they would openly make the female lead of an anime romcom so imperfect but in a way so banal, is a testament to Norio’s writing prowess and the unwavering faith she has in her audience. Furthermore, because Anna is trying SO ungodly hard to connect with Kyotaro, her effort unintentionally pays off by further inducing some kind of action from him. But this is why the overall romance works, both characters have their own issues to navigate, but they are fundamentally willing to put in the effort to be together. So, even though this style of romance story isn’t necessarily my thing, I think the sheer simplistic brilliance of the writing becomes something I can latch onto. And while the main couple is the focus of the series, there’re a handful of other solid characters whom entire spin offs could be made to explore their own interpretations and experiences of the same period of time. And I, depending on the character, would probably watch that shit too, that’s how consistent the writing is. The voice acting also adds to the show as well, and is so well done that even overdone cliches that would normally piss me off I can at least forgive, like all the damn puppy dog wimpering and squeaking that tends to happen in these types of shows. Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu is just so damn consistent, down to earth, and likable, that it can depict basically any romcom cliché and still come out the better for it, the writing is solid enough to keep everything fresh. It’s simultaneously like every romance anime ever made, yet somehow it surpasses them all by a confident distance. Now, you might be wondering with all the praise I’ve given this show, why my score is so low. Well, that’s going to need a bit more context. Around the time of the aforementioned lunch with that girl from Creative Writing, I realized I was, unfortunately, stupidly into her. It makes sense, she was tall, had the face of Emma Stone but a crazier body, pearly skin, an inquisitive mind, an incredible capacity for nuance, a passion for writing, she was amazing. Reflexively, I understand now that I suffered from some kind of limerence where I felt almost sick I liked her so much, though thankfully I could successfully suppress it when we were together. Though, as we were walking back from that (not) date, she confided in me that she had been in a substantial number of short and long-term relationships in the past; and her history had left her scarred to the point where she thought her ability to love someone had been broken or lost, like some spatula you swore you left in the cupboard to the right of the sink, but now its missing. I felt an incredible weight after that, I, whom at the time hadn’t dated anyone for longer than a few months, didn’t feel like I could help her. That, even if we got in a relationship, I couldn’t find that elusive cooking utensil she wistfully desired. So, despite my love sickness, and my incredibly loose inclination she might be interested, I held back from confessing during the winter (My lack of general confidence also didn’t help). However, in March of 2020, one of the biggest global events of the century occured, and suddenly almost every student at my university was sent home until the following semester. During this chaotic time, this somehow now nostalgic early spring, this same girl and I were talking far more often than what was standard for mere classmates. It was the kind of environment where she would throw out future in person plans like she was casually playing a game of bags, or we would have facetious arguments about why the color orange was better than purple, it was strange time. I remember in early April, late at night hours after our zoom classes had ended for the day, when I thought to myself this was the moment to confess. Even if my understanding of her feelings was fundamentally opaque, I could at least relieve myself of that three month crush. I found the right situation too, it was clearly nearing the end of the conversation, but neither one of us wanted to sign out yet, we were fulling engaged with each other. But… I didn’t. I look back now at things like her promising to force me to read Happy Potter, or suggesting I start a podcast because I had a “nice voice,” or sending me an email of her favorite bands because I was an uncultured swine who only listened to anime music, and it was so egregiously obvious she was into me. But, all the baggage from my adolescence, coupled with her comments from two months prior—served as the perfect justifications for my anxiety towards potential disappointment and ruining our connection. Because, no one could ever truly like me, right? So instead, I opted instead to wait until we met in person again, and if our feelings were the same then I would say something. Of course, around early July she would end up dating this other guy in our creative writing course, whom coincidentally shared his contact info with her on the last day of lecture for what I’m sure were “purely platonic reasons.” When we eventually met up in person again come August, I asked her about what she mentioned before about finding love. She told me that her new boyfriend helped her find it again, since they had to actually wait to do anything physical, she was able to build a stronger emotional connection to her new partner. Meaning, if I had just told her that night, then it would’ve been easily possible to do the emotional labor together to make the relationship work, that I worried for nothing. Still, we continued to be friends for another year or so and I ended up dating someone else a few months later, so to some extent I moved on. Though, in early 2022 she told me she effectively was no longer allowed to have male friends as a stipulation from her boyfriend, despite them dating with ostensibly no indication of potential infidelity. I told her off, and said I was incredibly dismayed that she enabled whatever insecure ass, anxiety-ridden shit her partner was demanding. My disappointment was the last thing I could convey to her, for we haven’t talked since. If you couldn’t tell by now, Anna Yamada, though not completely, consistently reminded me of “the one who got away” (at least the closest I have). I watched the Twi-yaba shorts back in January and I was absolutely shocked how I always came away with that same impression. Whether it be Anna’s innocence, strong personality, or sense of humor, they were there in nanosecond flashes. And Kyotaro, to an extent, shares some similarities with what I used to struggle with. The reason, I can’t give Bokuyaba a higher score is for a very silly reason, it hurts too much to watch. Not to sound melodramatic as fuck, but I regularly felt this pain in my chest while I was binging most of this show, and that is likely… me being a little bitch. It’s that jovial November afternoon in the library cackling up a storm, it’s that warm habitual “sup” we lobbed back and forth each lecture, it’s that drowsy, cheeky glare we flashed each other when we were up talking until 12am, it’s the lingering echoes of her. I’m confident I’m going to return to this show in the future, maybe with a hypothetical new long-term partner, and at that time I’ll slap the 9-10/10 this series deserves on my mal. But right now, watching Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu was such a pleasantly enjoyable, yet bizarrely uncomfortable experience, that I can’t in good conscience give it anything higher. Because, unlike me, Kyotaro was able to reach out with his shaky, hardly confident hands, and grabbed the happiness he so desperately sought. To love someone to battle yourself, with all of your ugly deficiencies and traumas, so you can understand another person and find joy with them. Love is a struggle, but when you can bask in your most hard-fought victories, life is glorious and sublime. Congratulations you edgy Spiderman 3 looking ass motherfucker, you did it. Have a nice day.
Mcsuper
03/30/2024, 09:58 AM
The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 was an incredible run from start to finish, and I cannot believe how far we have come since the “cringe” start at the beginning of this series. This season has provided a ton of fun, quite a few laughs, quite a few pay-offs, and some emotional moments as well. Apart from the sheer sweetness of this series, Kyoutarou’s growth has been incredible to watch, and as someone who shares some of the same traits as him, like being an introvert, some of his character growth really resonated with me, and he continues to be easily my favourite characterin this series. It is so early in the year, but it is already an anime of the year contender for me. I tend to like most romance anime that I have watched, but the one wall that they almost always hit is never really escaping the “Will they, won’t they?” phase of the show. Characters meander and the story progression goes at a snail’s pace, which in due time, makes the story lose its charm. A big reason for that is the caricatures and tropes of the characters that are in love. For example, whenever the main female character is a tsundere, all we see is her punching the dude or denying her feelings. In this show, there is no such annoying trope, and the dynamic between the two leads is a breath of fresh air. It’s just two somewhat socially awkward teens just getting to understand one another, without the progression being too dragged out. Of course, I also love seeing the female lead be taller than the male lead, as it is just a unique touch to the whole dynamic. Another aspect of the series I really enjoy are some of the subtleties to the character growth. The characters feel somewhat realistic, in that they physically grow, something normal for their age of course. Kyoutarou grows a little taller, his voice deepens a bit, and Anna might be a bit excited, but it was never a huge deal. The characters understand more about one another at a nice pace. What was unknown at one point gets learned later on, such as when Anna understands how Kyoutarou would retract back into his shell when he was in certain situations, or Kyoutarou would understand how Anna would feel at a particular time. When they talk to each other, they might stumble on their words sometimes, but when it matters, they know exactly what to say. Overall, I really enjoyed how the show never got “in your face” about the character growth. Kyoutarou has been a pretty relatable character to me to some extent, especially with his introversion. Kyoutarou's challenges with socializing and public speaking kind of resemble how parts of my life have went. I was a pretty chatty kid, but as I grew into my teenage years, for some reason I got more reserved, and I had stage fright and a fear of public speaking. Yeah, I took drama classes, and classes that required me to talk with others, but I was not, and still am not the most talkative person around in the slightest. Whenever I saw Kyoutarou talk to his inner self, while it might feel somewhat cliché, it always was executed perfectly because it acknowledges that a lot of the time, the biggest thing holding someone back is themselves. Deep down, they know they can do whatever they set their mind to, but they sell themselves short. Like people say, sometimes a person's worst enemy is themselves, so whenever Kyoutarou achieved something substantial, I was so proud of him. As for the other characters, there aren’t any real weaknesses to the cast. Anna of course is a very cute, somewhat awkward character that put a lot of proactive care into developing the relationship further. Most of the other characters were really fun to watch, and support the main duo very well. They all know about Kyoutarou and Anna’s blossoming relationship, but they always let the two grow by themselves (save for that flash mob group), even if they would sometimes create situations where that was possible. The parents, relatives, friends, everyone in their social circle were so supportive, and happy whenever both Kyoutarou or Anna were successful, to the point where it would always warm my heart. No unnecessary family drama, no unnecessary love triangles, just friends and family being wholesome and supportive. Moeko and Kana probably had the best moments as side characters, but there is not one bad character in this series. No, not even the perverted guys. Sure, it might be a bit exaggerated, but people at that age always have something dirty to talk about. The visuals and directing were for the most part, very solid. The blurriness does get a little much at times, but it never hindered my enjoyment. The staff did a fantastic job of really having the emotional moments hit hard. Kensuke Ushio, who worked on the music, continues to show that he is one of the best in the business right now, right there with Kevin Penkin and Evan Call, possibly Hiroyuki Sawano as well, at really elevating the show to new heights. It has been nothing but joy watching this show every week. I never thought a romcom could surpass *Kaguya-sama: Love is War* for me, but this has been something truly special. The sheer state of giddiness I would be in before starting each episode was a testament to how much of an impact this show has had on me. Whether or not we see this series return anytime soon, it’ll still hold a place near and dear to my heart, which was in danger almost every week of watching this. 'There's no guarantee we have a tomorrow together, and if there isn't, then maybe I should try for what I want a little."

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Winter 2024 Simulcast List [Update 2/3]

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PV Collection for Dec 4 - 10

'Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu' Season 2 Announces Additional Pair of Cast

'Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu' Gets Second Season in Winter 2024

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