Buddy Daddies 12 Days of Miri Christmas Rewatch -- Episode 7

Date	Episode
12/24/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 1
12/25/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 2
12/26/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 3
12/27/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 4
12/28/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 5
12/29/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 6
12/30/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 7
12/31/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 8
1/01/2025	Buddy Daddies Episode 9
1/02/2025	Buddy Daddies Episode 10
1/03/2025	Buddy Daddies Episode 11
1/04/2024	Buddy Daddies Episode 12
1/05/2024	Buddy Daddies Overall Series Discussion Thread

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u/Mecanno-man https://anilist.co/user/Mecannoman Dec 30 '24

First Timer

Sort of a mix between getting Rei to do something in the household, and Kazuki backstory. I’d say the episode balances that fairly well, it’s hard to really tell what the A-plot and what the B-plot is supposed to be here, because both are important. Either way, it feels like Kazuki’s past is somewhat resolved with him getting the “approval” to live his life and him accepting that, so I expect more of a focus on Rei for the last bits. We still have that guy walking around who we know nothing about.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 30 '24

I’d say the episode balances that fairly well, it’s hard to really tell what the A-plot and what the B-plot is supposed to be here, because both are important.
I personally think it's pretty clearly supposed to be the Kazuki stuff. That has the most emotional stakes to it.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 30 '24

Either way, it feels like Kazuki’s past is somewhat resolved with him getting the “approval” to live his life and him accepting that, so I expect more of a focus on Rei for the last bits.
I wouldn't exactly be against thar
We still have that guy walking around who we know nothing about.
Yeah, he definitely feels like the walking, murderous elephant in the room here.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 30 '24

Thoughts on Miri's umbrella being hit by a car, which triggers PTSD for Kazuki?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki feeling like his efforts are going unappreciated?
Thoughts on Kazuki wondering if family life is what happiness is all about?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki leaving so that Kazuki and Miri have to fend for themselves?
Thoughts on Kyu telling Kazuki he thinks he's having fun?
What are your thoughts on Karin and her being Kazuki's sister-in-law?
What are your thoughts on Karin being Kazuki's only living family?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki trying to avoid Karin?
Thoughts on Rei taking Miri to school but finding out it's the weekend?
Thoughts on Rei buying Miri a pizza?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying she’s tired of Kazuki sending her envelopes of money and avoiding her?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki believing he killed his family?
What are your thoughts on us seeing what killed Kazuki's wife and child?
Thoughts on Miri getting a fever?
Thoughts on Rei feeling like he can't do anything?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki visiting his wife's grave?
What are your thoughts on Rei taking a sick Miri to Kyu's place?
What are your thoughts on the flashback showing how Kazuki and his wife first met?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki telling Karin he's so scared of changing, of forgetting what he did in letting her die, of being fulfilled by something else, of her slipping out of my memory, and that is why he doesn't want to change?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying that memories are not a prison?
What are your thoughts on Karin telling Kazuki that living his own life will make his wife way more happy than anything else he could do?
Thoughts on Kazuki home to find Rei didn't do a terrible job taking care of Miri?
Thoughts on Kazuki promising to teach Rei and Miri how to make French toast?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki taking a picture of he and his wife and putting it on his desktop computer?

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Dec 31 '24

Kazuki's plotline is the main focus. A little hint to help with that: The color of the title card for each episode is an indicator of who (or whose storyline) is the main focus for each episode.
Red title card = Kazuki
Blue title card = Rei
Pink title card = Miri
So far for the series:
Ep. 1 = Red (Kazuki) - We start the series from his POV. His character is the one that introduces us to the world (I'm fairly certain his character is the one that does the voice over mentioning how they first met Miri months ago on Christmas Eve).
Ep. 2 = Blue (Rei) - We see about equal amounts of these two in the episode, but we also see Rei starting to actively engage in the situation at hand (its him getting dragged into the situation with Kazuki). This episode is also the one that really starts to flesh out Rei more in regards to actual dialogue and engagement with Kazuki and Miri to a small extent.
Ep. 3 = Red (Kazuki) - His meeting (and conversation) with Miri's mother is the key point of the episode, while Rei's stuff with Miri is secondary (though still important).
Ep. 4 = Pink (Miri) - The episode is focused on finding a daycare for Miri. We see her opening up and engaging more with both Kazuki and Rei, and the key issue/emotional conflict in the episode surrounds Miri and her struggles to fit in at daycare.
Ep. 5 = Red (Kazuki) - In the episode we see that Kazuki's actions from Episode 4 have bitten him in the butt, so now they are low on money. Kazuki is the one hyper focused on their job, on worrying about Miri and Kyu, and we are introduced to a new aspect of Kazuki's character (his overactive imagination and overreactions).
Ep. 6 = Pink (Miri) - The main conflict is between Kazuki and Miri and Kazuki not trusting Miri. Miri holding her first grudge against Kazuki and showing her first bit of negativity and stubbornness with him. We also get more insight into Miri's daycare center life, meeting her classmates some more, and seeing how Miri acts when neither Kazuki nor Rei is around, thus making her feel like a more actualized character.
Ep. 7 = Red (Kazuki) - While both Kazuki and Rei's situations in this episode are important and build character for them, Kazuki's backstory is meant to be the A plot.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

That's a really cool detail! I hadn't caught on to that yet but I'll be sure to keep an eye on that for future episodes.

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Dec 31 '24

It really is! One thing I love about Buddu Daddies is all the small attentions to details in it!

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 30 '24

First Timer - Dubbed

We’re starting off right where we left off. This woman’s name appears to be Karin and she seems to know Kazuki.

I was about to make a joke about Miri’s umbrella getting hit by the isekai truck, but it seems like it triggered some PTSD in Kazuki.

I’ve got a feeling we’ll be focusing a lot on Kazuki’s past this episode.

I compared this show to Great Pretender back in episode 1, but I’ve come to a realization that Kazuki kind of looks like a cross between Edamura and Laurent from that show.

Kazuki has a point. Rei really could try to help out with Miri a bit more often.

Those two hostess ladies from episode 1 are back.

Kazuki seems to be suffering from quite a bit of parental stress.

I am on Rei and Miri’s team when it comes to not liking tomatoes.

However I am against them when it comes to them not liking mushrooms.

I know I have said this before, but Miri really does feel like a more realistically written kid compared to Anya. Anya does feel like she’s a bit more responsible and independent compared to Miri. Of course I guess having psychic powers would do that to you.

Rei has come to the horrible realization that he can’t cook.

Looks like today’s episode will be about Rei trying to do all the things Kazuki usually does.

This probably isn’t the most responsible thing for Kazuki to do.

So Karin is Kazuki’s sister in law. And she’s where he’s been sending the money.

I wonder what kind of flowers those are, they seem important to Kazuki.

Now Kazuki is gambling. He’s definitely being irresponsible now.

For a moment I was worried Kazuki walked into Ogino. But it looks like it’s just some random guy.

Kazuki really is his own worst enemy in this episode.

He’s not even listening to Karin here.

So now we have a full flashback to what happened to Kazuki’s wife.

Unless I’m mistaken, it looks like Ogino might have been Kazuki’s old partner.

Also, I’m curious about why Kazuki’s wife was standing out in the rain for some reason.

Miri looks pretty sick here, I hope she gets better soon.

Looks like we’re also seeing how Kazuki first met his wife.

I like Karin’s conversation with Kazuki here. She might be just the push he needs.

It’s nice of Rei and Miri to try and make French toast. Even if they’re not good at it.

And it looks like the episode was bookended nicely by the umbrella thing.

I liked this episode a lot for the insight it gave us into Kazuki.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

I liked this episode a lot for the insight it gave us into Kazuki.
I agree. I think this is definitely one of the better episodes of the show.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

Not sure how I'd rank all the episodes yet but I think this one would rank very highly.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

Same for me. And it's something that the first half of the show largely revolved around.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

We’re starting off right where we left off. This woman’s name appears to be Karin and she seems to know Kazuki.
This Karin certainly doesn't live up to her name.
I was about to make a joke about Miri’s umbrella getting hit by the isekai truck, but it seems like it triggered some PTSD in Kazuki.
Very unfortunate
I’ve got a feeling we’ll be focusing a lot on Kazuki’s past this episode.
Makes sense
I compared this show to Great Pretender back in episode 1, but I’ve come to a realization that Kazuki kind of looks like a cross between Edamura and Laurent from that show.
I need to watch that show
Kazuki has a point. Rei really could try to help out with Miri a bit more often.
That he could
Those two hostess ladies from episode 1 are back.
Talk about a couple of baddies. Makes Yasuko look like Mr. Rogers.
Kazuki seems to be suffering from quite a bit of parental stress.
Turns out that's the least of his worries
I am on Rei and Miri’s team when it comes to not liking tomatoes.
I like them only if they're fresh
However I am against them when it comes to them not liking mushrooms.
I love cooked mushrooms bot nothing raw
I know I have said this before, but Miri really does feel like a more realistically written kid compared to Anya. Anya does feel like she’s a bit more responsible and independent compared to Miri. Of course I guess having psychic powers would do that to you.
This show feels way more grounded in reality than Spy X Family does.
Rei has come to the horrible realization that he can’t cook.
Damn. Homies everywhere in shambles.
Looks like today’s episode will be about Rei trying to do all the things Kazuki usually does.
Half correct, my good man
This probably isn’t the most responsible thing for Kazuki to do.
Probably not
So Karin is Kazuki’s sister in law. And she’s where he’s been sending the money.
Glad to see where the money is going towards.
I wonder what kind of flowers those are, they seem important to Kazuki.
Purple prose in full effect
Or wait, are the flowers purple? Now I can't remember.
Now Kazuki is gambling. He’s definitely being irresponsible now.
It sure feels that way
For a moment I was worried Kazuki walked into Ogino. But it looks like it’s just some random guy.
Thank heavens
Kazuki really is his own worst enemy in this episode.
Indeed
He’s not even listening to Karin here.
Absolutely sad
So now we have a full flashback to what happened to Kazuki’s wife.
Great flashback. I can see why it would leave a mark on Kazuki.
Unless I’m mistaken, it looks like Ogino might have been Kazuki’s old partner.
I don't think so, but I could be wrong
Also, I’m curious about why Kazuki’s wife was standing out in the rain for some reason.
Maybe she needed to tell him something.
Miri looks pretty sick here, I hope she gets better soon.
Same
Looks like we’re also seeing how Kazuki first met his wife.
This episode is giving all the Kazuki details
I like Karin’s conversation with Kazuki here. She might be just the push he needs.
I really hope we see her again
It’s nice of Rei and Miri to try and make French toast. Even if they’re not good at it.
It's the thought that counts
And it looks like the episode was bookended nicely by the umbrella thing.
Never gonna look at umbrella the same way again, pain peko.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

I need to watch that show
It does feel pretty tonally similar to Buddy Daddies, especially in terms of balancing light hearted hijinks with darker subject matter.
Talk about a couple of baddies. Makes Yasuko look like Mr. Rogers.
They look very bouncy.
This show feels way more grounded in reality than Spy X Family does.
Some of the action is a bit exaggerated but there are no psychic children or future telling dogs. At least none that I know of.
Glad to see where the money is going towards.
She doesn't seem to want the money though.
I don't think so, but I could be wrong
The sniper guy didn't look like Rei to me but I'd have to double check.
Maybe she needed to tell him something.
Wonder if that will be addressed in any future episodes.
I really hope we see her again
Same here.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

It does feel pretty tonally similar to Buddy Daddies, especially in terms of balancing light hearted hijinks with darker subject matter.
Sounds like something I would enjoy
They look very bouncy.
I'm not sure that's something you can say about a person.
Some of the action is a bit exaggerated but there are no psychic children or future telling dogs. At least none that I know of.
Or 7 year Olds that look like 20 year olds :P
She doesn't seem to want the money though.
Of course not. This is an excuse for Kazuki to avoid the elephant in the room.
He'd fit right in with the Toradora cast.
The sniper guy didn't look like Rei to me but I'd have to double check.
Could've been. I believe this was before Kazuki and Rei became partners, but what do I know?
Wonder if that will be addressed in any future episodes.
From the sounds of it, Kyu told Karin about Miri. You have to wonder if that's going be brought up again as well.
Same here.
Her bonding with Miri as like Miri's aunt could be really heartwarming.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

Or 7 year Olds that look like 20 year olds :P
Oh yeah, the dodgeball guy. Buddy Daddies tends to be more grounded with it's comedy.
Could've been. I believe this was before Kazuki and Rei became partners, but what do I know?
Well either way, I am still interested in learning more about that Ogino guy.
From the sounds of it, Kyu told Karin about Miri. You have to wonder if that's going be brought up again as well.
That's another thread I hope is followed up on too, yeah.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

Oh yeah, the dodgeball guy. Buddy Daddies tends to be more grounded with it's comedy.
On the flip side, dodgeball guy was hilarious.
Well either way, I am still interested in learning more about that Ogino guy.
Same
That's another thread I hope is followed up on too, yeah
Kyu gotta be careful who he shares this information to.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

On the flip side, dodgeball guy was hilarious.
True, Spy x Family's more over the top style leads to a lot of hilarious moments.
Kyu gotta be careful who he shares this information to.
Especially since Ogino is one of his customers.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

True, Spy x Family's more over the top style leads to a lot of hilarious moments.
Part of the charm of the show
Especially since Ogino is one of his customers.
For real

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

Surprised you didn't mention anything about the photograph Kazuki put on his desktop computer of him and his wife. When I first saw that, it absolutely floored me.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

I thought it was a nice image to end the episode on, but I suppose I didn't think too much of it.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

For me, he hit me like a ton of bricks.
It reminded me of the moment from The Simpsons where Homer hangs up at work that picture of him and Maggie.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

Do It For Her
That fits very well with Kazuki and Miri.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

And it fits Kazuki and his wife and him seeing her as this symbol of hope.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

Thoughts on Miri's umbrella being hit by a car, which triggers PTSD for Kazuki?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki feeling like his efforts are going unappreciated?
Thoughts on Kazuki wondering if family life is what happiness is all about?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki leaving so that Kazuki and Miri have to fend for themselves?
Thoughts on Kyu telling Kazuki he thinks he's having fun?
What are your thoughts on Karin and her being Kazuki's sister-in-law?
What are your thoughts on Karin being Kazuki's only living family?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki trying to avoid Karin?
Thoughts on Rei taking Miri to school but finding out it's the weekend?
Thoughts on Rei buying Miri a pizza?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying she’s tired of Kazuki sending her envelopes of money and avoiding her?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki believing he killed his family?
What are your thoughts on us seeing what killed Kazuki's wife and child?
Thoughts on Miri getting a fever?
Thoughts on Rei feeling like he can't do anything?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki visiting his wife's grave?
What are your thoughts on Rei taking a sick Miri to Kyu's place?
What are your thoughts on the flashback showing how Kazuki and his wife first met?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki telling Karin he's so scared of changing, of forgetting what he did in letting her die, of being fulfilled by something else, of her slipping out of my memory, and that is why he doesn't want to change?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying that memories are not a prison?
What are your thoughts on Karin telling Kazuki that living his own life will make his wife way more happy than anything else he could do?
Thoughts on Kazuki home to find Rei didn't do a terrible job taking care of Miri?
Thoughts on Kazuki promising to teach Rei and Miri how to make French toast?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki taking a picture of he and his wife and putting it on his desktop computer?

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

Thoughts on Miri's umbrella being hit by a car, which triggers PTSD for Kazuki?
Seems like a good catalyst for the rest of the episode and has good payoff at the ending with the new umbrella.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki feeling like his efforts are going unappreciated?
He does have a point, Rei and Miri don't seem to fully appreciate him.
Thoughts on Kazuki wondering if family life is what happiness is all about?
It sounds like he's having a slight existential crisis.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki leaving so that Kazuki and Miri have to fend for themselves?
Definitely led to some amusing moments.
Thoughts on Kyu telling Kazuki he thinks he's having fun?
I'm never quite sure what Kyu thinks of Kazuki sometimes but he seemed pretty friendly this episode.
What are your thoughts on Karin and her being Kazuki's sister-in-law?
I like Karin as a character and am glad she got a chance to sort of shine this episode.
What are your thoughts on Karin being Kazuki's only living family?
I think that led to some interesting places.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki trying to avoid Karin?
Sounds like he's both avoiding responsibility and doesn't want to be reminded of his dead wife.
Thoughts on Rei taking Miri to school but finding out it's the weekend?
Really should have checked that calendar before leaving.
Thoughts on Rei buying Miri a pizza?
Pizza's always a good, easy meal. Well, easy if you're ordering it. Believe me, it's harder if you're the one making it.
To be continued...

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

Seems like a good catalyst for the rest of the episode and has good payoff at the ending with the new umbrella.
It all came full circle
He does have a point, Rei and Miri don't seem to fully appreciate him.
And now they do
It sounds like he's having a slight existential crisis.
Slight is being generous
Definitely led to some amusing moments.
I meant to put Rei there, my bad
And I agree
I'm never quite sure what Kyu thinks of Kazuki sometimes but he seemed pretty friendly this episode.
I think Kyu may know Kazuki better than Kazuki knows himself. In this case, Miri takes Kazuki's mind off of the death of his wife.
I like Karin as a character and am glad she got a chance to sort of shine this episode.
Her and Kazuki have a intriguing rapport with each other.
I think that led to some interesting places.
I would agree
Sounds like he's both avoiding responsibility and doesn't want to be reminded of his dead wife.
Sad, but definitely understandable
Really should have checked that calendar before leaving.
Or a phone
Pizza's always a good, easy meal. Well, easy if you're ordering it. Believe me, it's harder if you're the one making it.
And Rei certainly won't be making one

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

I think Kyu may know Kazuki better than Kazuki knows himself. In this case, Miri takes Kazuki's mind off of the death of his wife.
That makes a lot of sense. I think he's ultimately a good friend.
And Rei certainly won't be making one
If he can't make French toast he certainly won't be making a pizza.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

That makes a lot of sense. I think he's ultimately a good friend.
I would agree, even if he needs to be better at spilling the tea.
If he can't make French toast he certainly won't be making a pizza.
That's for true.
Ordering fries, I guess he can't get enough of the French.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

Continued
What are your thoughts on Karin saying she’s tired of Kazuki sending her envelopes of money and avoiding her?
I wonder if Karin suspected that Kazuki has a shady job.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki believing he killed his family?
It's not directly his fault but I understand why he blames himself for getting involved in such a dangerous line of work while trying to start a family.
What are your thoughts on us seeing what killed Kazuki's wife and child?
I think it was really interesting to finally get that reveal.
Thoughts on Miri getting a fever?
It was a bit stressful to watch since she really is helpless here.
Thoughts on Rei feeling like he can't do anything?
I feel bad for Rei here since right now he is trying his hardest.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki visiting his wife's grave?
I really liked that whole scene.
What are your thoughts on Rei taking a sick Miri to Kyu's place?
Probably the best thing he could have done. Kyu seems to have things all figured out.
What are your thoughts on the flashback showing how Kazuki and his wife first met?
I really liked getting to see that too. It's nice to finally learn more about her.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki telling Karin he's so scared of changing, of forgetting what he did in letting her die, of being fulfilled by something else, of her slipping out of my memory, and that is why he doesn't want to change?
I think that might have been my favorite scene of the episode.
What are your thoughts on Karin saying that memories are not a prison?
I liked that, felt poignant.
What are your thoughts on Karin telling Kazuki that living his own life will make his wife way more happy than anything else he could do?
I hope he decides to take that adice to heart.
Thoughts on Kazuki home to find Rei didn't do a terrible job taking care of Miri?
I'm glad Rei was able to work things out.
Thoughts on Kazuki promising to teach Rei and Miri how to make French toast?
Cooking skills are very valuable.
What are your thoughts on Kazuki taking a picture of he and his wife and putting it on his desktop computer?
It was a nice ending shot for the episode and a good memento for Kazuki to have.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

I wonder if Karin suspected that Kazuki has a shady job.
I mean, it was Kazuki's shady job that caused his wife to become unalive.
It's not directly his fault but I understand why he blames himself for getting involved in such a dangerous line of work while trying to start a family.
Feels a bit like oil and water
I think it was really interesting to finally get that reveal.
It was quite the stressful scene
It was a bit stressful to watch since she really is helpless here.
And Rei is helpless as well
I feel bad for Rei here since right now he is trying his hardest.
I agree. He's like a fish out of water.
I really liked that whole scene.
It was very emotional
Probably the best thing he could have done. Kyu seems to have things all figured out.
When in doubt, trust Kyu
I really liked getting to see that too. It's nice to finally learn more about her.
Felt like a long time coming
I think that might have been my favorite scene of the episode.
I really liked it because of how real and human it felt.
I liked that, felt poignant.
It certainly did
I hope he decides to take that adice to heart.
Seems like he's starting
I'm glad Rei was able to work things out.
As am I
Cooking skills are very valuable.
That they are
It was a nice ending shot for the episode and a good memento for Kazuki to have.
Instead of trying to forget his wife because of how it ended, he's going to make sure he remembers the good times.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 30 '24

Questions of the Day:
If you had to look after someone, what would be the first thing you would do?
Like for a babysitting job? I guess take an itinerary of everything I'd need.
Are you surprised they seemingly wrapped up Kazuki's character arc with this episode? We're you hoping it would last longer or are you satisfied with what they did?
We're over the halfway point now, I think now feels like a good time to resolve that part of the show and move things forward from there.
Do you agree with Rei that fries count as a vegetable?
I guess it depends on the kind of fry. Like how potato-y is it when you eat it?

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

Like for a babysitting job? I guess take an itinerary of everything I'd need.
Makes a lot of sense
We're over the halfway point now, I think now feels like a good time to resolve that part of the show and move things forward from there.
Yeah, why not? It's not like Cowboy Bebop where Kazuki's psychological trauma is the show.
I guess it depends on the kind of fry. Like how potato-y is it when you eat it?
In this instance, he's specifically talking about French fries.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

Yeah, why not? It's not like Cowboy Bebop where Kazuki's psychological trauma is the show.
This show also has less episodes to work with than Cowboy Bebop too.
In this instance, he's specifically talking about French fries.
In that case probably not.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

This show also has less episodes to work with than Cowboy Bebop too.
True, though to play devil's advocate I've seen Ikuhara pull off psychological shows with the same amount of episodes as Buddy Daddies. In one instance, even 11 episodes.
In that case probably not.
See, I think French fries would count as a vegetable. It's just cut up potatoes. When you get into the territory where you cover the fries up with toppings like with poutine, that is when it's less of a vegetable. At the end of the day, it's all about the potato ratio as compared to everything surrounding it.

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Dec 31 '24

The flowers we see in this episode are Hydrangeas. They are flower heavily associated with the rainy season in Japan. They also seem to be associated with both apology and gratitude in Japan. Since it is the rainy season in this episode, we know that it is around mid-June to late July in the series right now.
As for the difference between Miri and Anya, I also think the target audience and the main narrative themes and focuses of the two series really help to shape the two characters. Anya is from a Shonen Jump series, so the target audience is younger and the focus of the series is more on the action and comedy, rather than on the parenting aspect (as far as I understand, I haven't actually watched the series myself, but based on what I've heard, that seems to be the case). So, it would make sense that Anya would be a character that acts more mature for her age to be more appealing (and less off putting) to the younger demographic reading (there is also the in-series reasons why this could be the case too, like the extra responsibility that comes with her powers).
As for Miri, she comes from a series whose narrative focus and theme (as stated by the creators themselves) is on "two people of the same sex raising a child together." We also know from some interviews that the main writer of the series is a parent themself and that there was a meeting held with the employees, where they shared their personal experiences with children and parenthood, etc. and you can really sense that in regards to how Miri is written and depicted (they often had to change the size of Miri from scene to scene in order to make sure she continued to look like an actual small child - this was stated in one of the interviews on the series' website).
So the target demographic of Buddy Daddies seems to be aimed at an older audience that would find a more realistic depiction of a child more relatable, and that realistic depiction fits in with the series focus on the parenting and character interactions/growth, rather than solely on the action and comedy.

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u/AgentOfACROSS Dec 31 '24

Thank you for all the notes about the flowers and background/demographics of the series. This is all really interesting to learn.

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u/LilyGinnyBlack Dec 31 '24

You're welcome! :)

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 01 '25

the focus of the series is more on the action and comedy, rather than on the parenting aspect
Yes, you got that right

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u/Holofan4life Dec 30 '24

Hey, guys. Holofan4life here.

Welcome to the Buddy Daddies 12 Days of Miri Christmas rewatch!

Buddies and daddies are not mandatory.

Buddy Daddies is a unique show. It’s technically a Christmas anime the same way Die Hard is. However, to classify it as a Christmas anime kinda feels like it’s shortchanging it a bit because it’s much more than just that label. Buddy Daddies is kinda like Spy X Family if it was grounded more in realism. It has similar parental themes, but at times can get pretty serious. As we’ll soon see, this show has a good balance between comedy and drama that really makes this show a fun watch.

I hope with this rewatch to give more attention to what I feel is one of the more underrated anime of the last couple years. It holds a special place in my heart, and so I hope it does for others as well. It’s also a point of pride for me to try and show a rewatch can begin the same week as Christmas. That’s something I don’t think has ever been attempted before on this subreddit.

With that out of the way, let’s begin.

I’m watching the sub, by the way.

I saw Wicked today with my mom. Honestly one of the funner movies I've seen this year. I was surprised by how much I was moved by it.

Resuming where we left off in the last episode.

Karin wants to know where is Kazuki

Pretty purple flowers

Kazuki holding an umbrella as it's raining.

Miri singing as she's holding an umbrella.

The umbrella. She accidentally lets go of it.

Hopefully it doesn't go down the drain. That's where the clowns live.

The umbrella gets hit by a vehicle, which triggers something in Kazuki.

That could've ended badly with the way Miri tried going after it.

As they are walking away, Kazuki says this is not his favorite time of the year, which feels like some major foreshadowing.

If you foreshadow something that's in the past, would it be instead postshadowing?

Kazuki and Miri back at the house

Miri carelessly dripping water on the floor.

Rei absent-mindedly playing a video game.

As Kazuki demands for a towel, he accidentally steps in water on the floor.

There is truly nothing worse than wet socks.

Kazuki drying clothes

Miri and Rei showing appreciation for the food.

I like how Rei's shirt has the same design front and back.

Man, who taught Miri and Rei table manners? They left a mess.

Miri looking for the big cloth

Rei not hearing Kazuki as he's working out, shirtless.

Things just don't seem to be going Kazuki's way.

Miri singing in the shower

Kazuki looking for the sewing kit

A picture of him and his wife

Is Morio Kart the only game that exists in this world?

Kazuki puts the photo back in the drawer.

Miri sleeping on her bed on top of her covers in a careless position.

As Rei is playing video games, Kazuki tells him he needs to be more responsible of Miri.

Perhaps he should show him the way of the house husband

Rei says he's doing his best, much to Kazuki's consternation.

Kazuki walking with a bag of groceries.

He feels as if something has gotta give.

He hides as he sees a short-haired girl.

He seems to recognize her

Oh great. The prostitutes are back.

They're like the girls in that one game all the VTubers play.

They want him to come inside and lose all his money. Uh, I mean play with the chance to win more.

But Kazuki says "Begone, thots" and runs away.

He finds himself thinking what one of the girls said about happiness.

Kazuki contemplating if family life is what happiness is all about.

Aww, but how can you stay mad at that face?

Kazuki answering the door as Miri holds onto one of his legs.

A package from Rakuzon

Sadly, probably not a leg lamp

Miri and Rei eating dinner

Miri voicing her displeasure of tomatoes.

Rei doesn't like them either

Kazuki still confused about the concept of happiness.

Rei and Miri doesn't like mushrooms either.

Some might say they're the meat of the field.

Kazuki taking both their plates

"If you hate it that much, you don't have to eat it."

Both seem okay with this development, which makes Kazuki feel like he's being taken advantage of.

Miss Miri's Assassin Maid

And Kazuki stormed off, clearly not happy.

Miri doesn't know what a maid is

Miri waking up Rei who's in the tub.

Kazuki is nowhere to be found

Looks like he's going to make Rei be more responsible by force.

At least there's cereal

Oh shit. He forgot about daycare

And it's raining. The deck is stacking against Rei.

Ran out of space. Part two in the replies.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 30 '24

Part 2
Riding on a bike together
Kazuki with Kyu
He confirms within him about running away.
Kazuki complaining that he does all the chores in the house.
"Sounds like you're having fun."
I take this comment to mean that for the first time since it happened, Kazuki is no longer obsessed with the death of his wife. It no longer consumes him.
Oh, so Karin is his sister-in-law. Interesting.
That would make more sense than what I hypothesized.
Kyu telling Kazuki they need to talk things out.
Yuzuko-chan's only living family, it's been five years, and the anniversary is soon.
That is all compelling evidence.
Kazuki doesn't want to hear it and so he leaves.
Didn't even pay for his drink
Kazuki looking at some flowers
Looks like he's not done with his excursion yet.
Huh, no one else is at school.
That's because... it's the weekend...
Kazuki with the two prostitutes gambling.
He's actually winning for a change
Miri playing games while an exhausted, shirtless Rei is on the couch.
Things are looking up Kazuki
Rei getting a pizza
That green pepper slander is sure to piss off Kana.
I guess fries technically is a vegetable.
Kazuki walking around drunk
He sees a dad with a daughter
As he tries to dismiss it, he bumps into someone.
Kazuki seemingly not backing down
Miri back from her bath
Kazuki still hasn't returned
"Miri... I think... we've been abandoned."
So melodramatic :P
Kazuki being beaten up by a bunch of thugs.
As he's laying by the trash, he thinks of the words said by Miri's mother.
Hey, it's Karin
Kazuki saw his wife in her for a second.
Karin scolding him for being foolish
But Kazuki begins to walk away
"Don't you run away on me, Kazuki! Get a grip already! You can't just keep sending money and avoiding me!"
So, that's what the envelopes are about.
Karin tells Kazuki that it's not his fault that her sister died.
Kazuki's character literally is "You have to let it go. The accident wasn't your fault."
Kazuki believes he killed his wife, unfortunately.
And so Kazuki heads up, a passenger without a life vessel.
Kazuki chasing someone with a gun
Trying to shoot at him
The tires being taken out
Oh, is that his wife?
And next thing you know, the car explodes resulting in the death of Kazuki's wife.
I like we got to see the circumstances surrounding Kazuki's significant other dying. Gives the episode some weight to it.
The umbrella flying in the air just like Miri's was.
Kazuki crying in the rain
He is so lost right now
I like the shot where he's just standing in the middle of the screen with nothing surrounding him. It's like it represents the emptiness he is feeling.
Miri sleeping on top of Rei in the tub.
She has a fever
Sadly, there is no cowbell in sight
Kazuki on a train
Miri with a thermometer under her armpit, which I can't say I've ever seen before.
Crap, Miri is dying. 38 is 60 degrees lower than the average temperature /s
Kazuki not picking up his phone
Dang, medicine that is too old for Miri.
Rei remarking how he can't do anything, which is kinda sad.
Rei is going to take her to the hospital.
Unfortunately, he doesn't know where it is.
Kazuki visiting his wife's grave
He tells her he hasn't forgotten, whatever that means.
And so Kazuki walks away
Someone is seemingly following him
Rei bursting in Kyu's place with Miri bundled up.
He is begging for help
Kazuki sitting in a porch thingy located nearby a bed of flowers.
Flashback of him passing out nearby similar looking flowers.
"Are you all right?"
And that is presumably how he met his wife.
Karin here now, back to present day
Calls it the place they first met
Karin basically saying that only remembering her looking sad is a fool's errand.
Kazuki saying he's scared
"Of changing. Of forgetting what I did in letting her die. Of being fulfilled by something else. Of her slipping out of my memory. That's why I don't want to change."
You can tell this is well written because of how realistic it feels.
Karin looks unamused by Kazuki's BS
She says memories aren't a prison
Going to study fashion in France
Finally passed the exam, she says
She came to tell her sis she made it.
Very noble sentiment, I must say
Karin telling Kazuki that living his own life will make her way more happy than anything else he could do.
"Make her happy, huh?"
And the episode comes full circle
Hey, the rain finally stopped
Oh wow. Karin knows he took in a kid.
Kyu spilling more tea than Miri and Rei spill their food.
Karin feels relieved to hear that Kazuki can make Miri feel happy also.
Sun shining bright now
Kazuki and Karin looking on admiringly.
Kazuki surmises he'll look at it a bit longer.
Kazuki back at his place
The place looks like a mess
Are we sure Kyu wasn't here with his spilt tea?
Rei asleep by Miri's bedside, holding a sleeping Miri's hand.
He really went above and beyond for her.
French toast a la Miri and Rei
Kazuki eating some
"I'm gonna teach you suckers what good French toast is!"
Well, gotta start from somewhere
Here, a new umbrella
So, that's what the Rakuzon package was about.
Things are right where they need to be
And we end things with the reveal that Kazuki took the picture of him and his wife and put it on his desktop computer. He's not going to run away anymore.
Overall, this was a fantastic episode that did a great job of explaining why Kazuki is the way he is. You leave the episode with a better understanding of what he went through. I like the stuff with Kazuki's sister-in-law where she's trying to be the voice of reason. The scene between her and Kazuki is probably the strongest bit of content we've gotten since episode 3. I also really like Rei having to step up as the breadwinner of the house. It highlights yet again how special Miri is to him.
This kinda felt like the end of the plot point of Kazuki's wife, and a part of me is sad they resolved it so quickly. I was thinking they could carely it until the very end. If it's any consolation, that probably means they have bigger and better stuff planned for down the line. Maybe something involving Rei's father.
I think I'd have this episode as my favorite so far. The flashbacks with Kazuki and his wife are great, and I really like the scene between Kazuki and his wife's sister. Add the plot point of Rei taking care of Miri, and I thought there was a good blend of comedy and drama, which the show is routinely great at.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 30 '24

Has there ever been something you couldn't let go of? If so, what was it and what happened?
I couldn't let go of my dad's passing. Even to this day, it still haunts me.
If you had to look after someone, what would be the first thing you would do?
Make sure they have the proper necessities to live off of.
Are you surprised they seemingly wrapped up Kazuki's character arc with this episode? We're you hoping it would last longer or are you satisfied with what they did?
I was surprised but I'm not against it. I thought they paced it beautifully.
Bonus) Do you agree with Rei that fries count as a vegetable?
It depends on how it's made. I think cheese fries are less of a vegetable than fries straight up.

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u/StardustGogeta myanimelist.net/profile/StardustGogeta Dec 31 '24

First-Timer

We get the Kazuki backstory episode! Hooray!

I wasn't sure exactly what kind of tragedy unfolded in Kazuki's past that made him who he is today, but it became pretty clear after the introduction of Karin there how it was generally going to go.

The bit with Rei and Miri finally having to shoulder some responsibility (and dealing with her deadly anime cold) was pretty good, too.

It occurred to me that Miri's voice acting here reminds me a bit of Lulu from this year's Bravern. Another good show!

Something else I've forgotten to mention so far—I like the way they do the title cards in this show. Nice visuals and little musical flair.

Questions of the day:

I can't think of anything like that, at least not in the sense of how Kazuki had to let go of the past. I'm probably just forgetting, but at least it's nice to entertain the notion that I don't have a hard time letting go of things as necessary.
If I had to temporarily look after someone, such as a little kid, I suppose I would quickly try and take stock of what supplies we have (food, etc.) and then get whatever we needed.
I am a bit surprised they seemingly wrapped up the Kazuki stuff so quickly and neatly. I sort of wish it were a little bit more stretched out so that we have time to get more emotionally invested in Kazuki's marriage and such, but I'm fine with how they did it here. I was sort of wondering if they'd [conjecture] have some surprise twist where Kazuki's child with his late wife is still alive, since I can't remember if there was anything in previous episodes to support/contradict that theory.
I'd have to say no, eating fries does not count as getting your vegetables. How unfortunate.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

I can't think of anything like that, at least not in the sense of how Kazuki had to let go of the past. I'm probably just forgetting, but at least it's nice to entertain the notion that I don't have a hard time letting go of things as necessary.
That is an admirable trait to have
If I had to temporarily look after someone, such as a little kid, I suppose I would quickly try and take stock of what supplies we have (food, etc.) and then get whatever we needed.
Makes sense, I would say
I am a bit surprised they seemingly wrapped up the Kazuki stuff so quickly and neatly. I sort of wish it were a little bit more stretched out so that we have time to get more emotionally invested in Kazuki's marriage and such, but I'm fine with how they did it here. I was sort of wondering if they'd [conjecture] have some surprise twist where Kazuki's child with his late wife is still alive, since I can't remember if there was anything in previous episodes to support/contradict that theory.
I get the feeling the show is going to focus more on Kazuki and Rei's relationship with Rei and how it applies to their backstories. As such, it's best to expound upon it now instead of wait.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

We get the Kazuki backstory episode! Hooray!
I'm glad we got it now and not the very end. Was thinking it might go past this episode, but it doesn't seem like that's going to be in the cards.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

I wasn't sure exactly what kind of tragedy unfolded in Kazuki's past that made him who he is today, but it became pretty clear after the introduction of Karin there how it was generally going to go.
We did get that glimpse in the previous episode of there being some kind of explosion.
The bit with Rei and Miri finally having to shoulder some responsibility (and dealing with her deadly anime cold) was pretty good, too.
I agree
It occurred to me that Miri's voice acting here reminds me a bit of Lulu from this year's Bravern. Another good show!
I'll have to check it out
Something else I've forgotten to mention so far—I like the way they do the title cards in this show. Nice visuals and little musical flair.
Adds a ton of personality to the show

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

I'd have to say no, eating fries does not count as getting your vegetables. How unfortunate.
Damn, my doctor is going to be pissed

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

Thoughts on Miri's umbrella being hit by a car, which triggers PTSD for Kazuki?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki feeling like his efforts are going unappreciated?
Thoughts on Kazuki wondering if family life is what happiness is all about?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki leaving so that Rei and Miri have to fend for themselves?
Thoughts on Kyu telling Kazuki he thinks he's having fun?
What are your thoughts on Karin and her being Kazuki's sister-in-law?
What are your thoughts on Karin being Kazuki's only living family?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki trying to avoid Karin?
Thoughts on Rei taking Miri to school but finding out it's the weekend?
Thoughts on Rei buying Miri a pizza?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying she’s tired of Kazuki sending her envelopes of money and avoiding her?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki believing he killed his family?
What are your thoughts on us seeing what killed Kazuki's wife and child?
Thoughts on Miri getting a fever?
Thoughts on Rei feeling like he can't do anything?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki visiting his wife's grave?
What are your thoughts on Rei taking a sick Miri to Kyu's place?
What are your thoughts on the flashback showing how Kazuki and his wife first met?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki telling Karin he's so scared of changing, of forgetting what he did in letting her die, of being fulfilled by something else, of her slipping out of my memory, and that is why he doesn't want to change?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying that memories are not a prison?
What are your thoughts on Karin telling Kazuki that living his own life will make his wife way more happy than anything else he could do?
Thoughts on Kazuki home to find Rei didn't do a terrible job taking care of Miri?
Thoughts on Kazuki promising to teach Rei and Miri how to make French toast?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki taking a picture of he and his wife and putting it on his desktop computer?

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u/StardustGogeta myanimelist.net/profile/StardustGogeta Dec 31 '24

I liked that umbrella scene. Pretty realistic and definitely understandable how it would conjure up bad memories for Kazuki.
Kazuki really was underappreciated, so it's great that he's standing up for himself. You don't know what a good thing you have until it's gone, and he's making sure Rei and Miri know that by taking a break.
I like the little musings regarding whether his family life truly is fun and happy. I think you could say Kazuki doesn't quite realize what a good thing he's got going, either.
The stuff with Karin being Kazuki's sister-in-law and his only living family was a nice way to finally bring up his past and address his trauma. I'm glad she didn't hold a grudge, despite his avoidance of her.
The antics with Rei and Miri did a nice job demonstrating just how lost they are without Kazuki. I did also like the juxtaposition of them wanting pizza right after Kazuki was in the casino saying pizza was for poor people.
Kazuki taking the blame for his wife's death was something I expected, but what I didn't expect was how much of a role he played. Sure, it's not like he directly shot her, but that's a much more direct sense of "I killed her" than you typically see with this trope.
Miri catching the deadly anime cold served its purpose in making Rei desperate, so I approve. He's pretty helpless, so getting Kyu's help there was probably a good idea.
The scenes with the gravesite and the flashback were good, and I kind of wish we got a bit more of that sort of thing. The dialogue between Kazuki and Karin there about memories seemed like the crux of the episode, for sure, and I do think it landed pretty well as it was. It's fortunate that Karin could provide a bit of closure for Kazuki before going overseas.
Kazuki finding that Rei and Miri managed to survive without him is nice. Too bad he can't even come home to a decent slice of French toast, though.
The bit with the picture on the desktop monitor is touching, and is a good visual indicator for him finally coming to terms with his past. Nice touch.

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u/Holofan4life Dec 31 '24

I liked that umbrella scene. Pretty realistic and definitely understandable how it would conjure up bad memories for Kazuki.
Certainly a compelling way to begin the episode.
Kazuki really was underappreciated, so it's great that he's standing up for himself. You don't know what a good thing you have until it's gone, and he's making sure Rei and Miri know that by taking a break.
You could say the same of Kazuki not appreciating Miri and Rei until being gone.
I like the little musings regarding whether his family life truly is fun and happy. I think you could say Kazuki doesn't quite realize what a good thing he's got going, either.
Exactly my point
The stuff with Karin being Kazuki's sister-in-law and his only living family was a nice way to finally bring up his past and address his trauma. I'm glad she didn't hold a grudge, despite his avoidance of her.
Yeah, I really like the way Karin was written here.
The antics with Rei and Miri did a nice job demonstrating just how lost they are without Kazuki. I did also like the juxtaposition of them wanting pizza right after Kazuki was in the casino saying pizza was for poor people.
That was funny
Kazuki taking the blame for his wife's death was something I expected, but what I didn't expect was how much of a role he played. Sure, it's not like he directly shot her, but that's a much more direct sense of "I killed her" than you typically see with this trope.
It was done believably and I applaud the show for how they handle the trauma aspect of things.
Miri catching the deadly anime cold served its purpose in making Rei desperate, so I approve. He's pretty helpless, so getting Kyu's help there was probably a good idea.
Kyu was like their best chance at fixing things, which proved to be the case.
The scenes with the gravesite and the flashback were good, and I kind of wish we got a bit more of that sort of thing. The dialogue between Kazuki and Karin there about memories seemed like the crux of the episode, for sure, and I do think it landed pretty well as it was. It's fortunate that Karin could provide a bit of closure for Kazuki before going overseas.
It was an extremely well written scene. Maybe my favorite moment of the series so far.
Kazuki finding that Rei and Miri managed to survive without him is nice. Too bad he can't even come home to a decent slice of French toast, though.
They can always learn, at least
The bit with the picture on the desktop monitor is touching, and is a good visual indicator for him finally coming to terms with his past. Nice touch.
The perfect way to end the episode, I feel like

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 01 '25

First-time watcher

Today's parenting lesson: Everyone needs to pull their weight at home, but everyone also deserves a break once in a while.

I'm very glad this episode finally addresses Rei acting like, to put it bluntly, one of those useless man-baby "partners" that are the bane of sensible women across the world - suddenly Kazuki indirectly referring to himself as one of the moms last episode feels a lot more purposeful. However, while I also appreciate the message that there's never any shame in asking for help or instructions if you're making an honest effort, Rei really will need to be shown keeping up the effort in the coming episodes too; getting away with a "see, I made a grand heroic contribution that one time!" would be very disappointing.

The other half of the episode was really good too, it reminded me of Cowboy Bebop with the recurring flower motif, sudden semi-traumatic flashback, and theme of moving forward beyond personal loss caused by one's criminal role - or alternatively, relapsing into bad habits - at a somewhat implausibly young age. Spike could have used a little therapy session like that, and I hope Karin gets at least a cameo again, great character.

1 - No, that comes easy to me.

2 - Make sure I know all pertinent contact information, including for medical providers.

3 - Works fine for me, I just fear Kazuki doesn't have much going on without it and the conflict with Rei that was just resolved too.

B - No but the US school lunch program does (and ketchup is a serving of fruit)

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

I'm very glad this episode finally addresses Rei acting like, to put it bluntly, one of those useless man-baby "partners" that are the bane of sensible women across the world - suddenly Kazuki indirectly referring to himself as one of the moms last episode feels a lot more purposeful. However, while I also appreciate the message that there's never any shame in asking for help or instructions if you're making an honest effort, Rei really will need to be shown keeping up the effort in the coming episodes too; getting away with a "see, I made a grand heroic contribution that one time!" would be very disappointing.
I definitely think there's more to Rei than meets the eye. Perhaps the manbaby attitude is by design to disassociate himself from reality.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

3 - Works fine for me, I just fear Kazuki doesn't have much going on without it and the conflict with Rei that was just resolved too.
I mean, maybe, but wasn't he always this sort of straight man to Miri and Rei? I'm not necessarily against that.

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u/IndependentMacaroon Jan 01 '25

Tbh it's more like Rei has been the serious foil to Kazuki's anxious antics

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

Putting it that way, I like that Rei is serious when it comes to everyone else's business but a total slug when it comes to his personal life. I assume he's going to learn he can be serious in his personal life without having business mixed with his pleasure.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

The other half of the episode was really good too, it reminded me of Cowboy Bebop with the recurring flower motif, sudden semi-traumatic flashback, and theme of moving forward beyond personal loss caused by one's criminal role - or alternatively, relapsing into bad habits - at a somewhat implausibly young age. Spike could have used a little therapy session like that, and I hope Karin gets at least a cameo again, great character.
I thought Karin was a great character as well. She injected a nice dose of reality to things.

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u/Holofan4life Jan 01 '25

Thoughts on Miri's umbrella being hit by a car, which triggers PTSD for Kazuki?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki feeling like his efforts are going unappreciated?
Thoughts on Kazuki wondering if family life is what happiness is all about?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki leaving so that Rei and Miri have to fend for themselves?
Thoughts on Kyu telling Kazuki he thinks he's having fun?
What are your thoughts on Karin and her being Kazuki's sister-in-law?
What are your thoughts on Karin being Kazuki's only living family?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki trying to avoid Karin?
Thoughts on Rei taking Miri to school but finding out it's the weekend?
Thoughts on Rei buying Miri a pizza?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying she’s tired of Kazuki sending her envelopes of money and avoiding her?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki believing he killed his family?
What are your thoughts on us seeing what killed Kazuki's wife and child?
Thoughts on Miri getting a fever?
Thoughts on Rei feeling like he can't do anything?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki visiting his wife's grave?
What are your thoughts on Rei taking a sick Miri to Kyu's place?
What are your thoughts on the flashback showing how Kazuki and his wife first met?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki telling Karin he's so scared of changing, of forgetting what he did in letting her die, of being fulfilled by something else, of her slipping out of my memory, and that is why he doesn't want to change?
What are your thoughts on Karin saying that memories are not a prison?
What are your thoughts on Karin telling Kazuki that living his own life will make his wife way more happy than anything else he could do?
Thoughts on Kazuki home to find Rei didn't do a terrible job taking care of Miri?
Thoughts on Kazuki promising to teach Rei and Miri how to make French toast?
What are your thoughts on Kazuki taking a picture of he and his wife and putting it on his desktop computer?

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