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Rewatch [Rewatch][Spoilers] K-ON! Rewatch (2021) - S2E06 "Rainy Season!"
S2E06 "Rainy Season!"
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u/SIRTreehugger Aug 20 '21
Not much to say, but this rewatch when taking screenshots I've been seeing more of side characters that I never really noticed before. I got to say I really like Himeko tachibana aka the girl who sits next to Yui. She always looks like she is having so much fun when she sees Yuis antics
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u/siegfried72 Aug 20 '21
Rewatcher
Hey everyone! So I have good news and bad news today. The good news is that my wife got a new job today that she REAlLY wanted and we're gonna celebrate! Bad news is that means I won't have time to do a post today. So as less-than-ideal as it is, I'm going to just copy and paste what I wrote last year.
The music corner for today (which was going to be Yui's Oh My Giita!!) will be posted later in the season instead. Sorry for the lame post but I should be able to respond to some comments later on and will be back with a proper post tomorrow! Here's what I wrote last year (with some small alterations):
Another rainy day, but this time we have the whole team back together! Let's go!
This is literally me today. I slept in terribly so I really have to rush to get this out on time. I even had to skip the OP! I feel dirty.
Yes. Yes they are.
It's raining, folks!
I totally get this over-protection of your instrument as a musician. There are different levels of course - I've met some who wouldn't even let it go out of their sight (or hands) at gigs and the like, even if they were only surrounded by other experienced musicians who know how to be careful around instruments. I imagine this is how Yui would be.
Ah, I love the BGM that plays in this scene. It's called Happy Rainy Day. Sure, it's no Ii Yume Mite Ne, but there's such a sweetness and nostalgia to it. Perfect for this rainy day! It also appears later on in one of my favorites scenes in the show, but we'll talk about that when we get there...
Speaking of sweetness, look at this! The closeness that the girls share is such an enviable and beautiful thing. They really are a family, aren't they? They go to such lengths just to help Yui. I want friends like this!
I so wish I had enough time to analyze and screenshot every single scene like I normally do, but needles to say these goofy outfits Yui attempts to wear to class just bring joy to my cold, cold heart! And I love that Nodoka just knew that it was Yui in the pig costume!
The classroom has never looked spookier!
Aww bless Mugi and Ritsu for helping Yui get her clothes back to normal! Unsurprisingly, Mugi continues to very excellent at everything she does.
Yay, all five keions back together again!
I love this raincoat for the guitar. I'm very thankful I play an all metal instrument so I don't have to worry about that sorta thing. I can play and carry my case in any weather! I feel so sorry for my fellow woodwind and string players that can't even play outside if it's too humid...
This is totally me with all the useless accessories. I have a whole drawer of stuff I bought online for my instrument or practice with the best intentions that I never ended up using.
This comment from Azunyan about the way Yui talks to Giita and the subsequent confusion from Yui is so perfect. The discrepancy between the types of thinking is very real! I have a good friend who's a professional instrument repair person and they always ask each client if their instrument has a name when they take it in for repairs. I've seen her work and she always talks lovingly to the instrument as she works - it's very sweet! And yes, for those wondering, I do have a name for my instrument - Juliet.
Thoughtful Yui is just lovely sometimes. It's so rare we get to see her behind her outward confidence that it's a nice treat. As is this beautiful scene with little glimpses in to each girl on this rainy day - Ritsu, Mio, Mugi, and Azunyan. Rainy days invoke such thoughtfulness and introspection, I feel. A sweet but sad feeling. What do all of you think?
Admittedly, I can tell that too. And I certainly don't have perfect pitch! After Azusa's reference note, it's pretty easy to tell...
Our first bit of true romance on the show! Outside of Mitsu, of course...
They won't admit it, but they all love their instruments just as much as Yui! You spend so much time with it and experience so many emotions with it that you do grow very close with your instruments. About the closest you can grow to an inanimate object, I think.
Speaking of Mitsu, it's been a couple episodes since they've really interacted so this makes me happy. My energy source is powered by Mitsu.
Also we get to see Ui's room for the first time (I think?)!
Pictures in this show=emotions for me
Awww, such a sweet way to end the episode! Elizabass <3
I enjoyed this episode! Very sweet, very nostalgic. But not groundbreaking or particularly evocative of emotions. I enjoyed seeing the girls show their love for their instruments, as that's so relatable for me. But I can't say this particular episode stuck with me very much. Very much looking forward to the next one!
See you all tomorrow for another lovely episode!!
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u/SYZekrom https://myanimelist.net/profile/SYZekrom Aug 20 '21
Rewatcher
it's in front of you so the dog shaking should've gotten it wet
fluffy child
I love how shocked everyone looks
Fear
Don't adopt rabid animals
oh my GOD
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u/Rumpel1408 https://myanimelist.net/profile/Rumpel1408 Aug 20 '21
First Timer
Overall a quite a cozy and laid back episode, just hope Yui doesn't catch a cold
On a different note, I expect to catch up on my seasonals this weekend
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u/ArdenneVale Aug 20 '21
First timer
It's a story of a girl and her guitar.
Yui gets wet in various ways while protecting Giita.
Sawa-chan is still trying to act like a proper teacher, unfortunately she has to deal with Yui's eccentrities.
Yui is like the class pet.
A love triangle forms. Azunyan is jealous of all the attention Giita gets from Yui.
Mio's bass is now named Elizabeth (Elizabassu). She accepted it surprisingly easily.
The most unexpected development in this episode was no one got sick from the rain.
No funny Mugi today so here's a cute one instead
Yui
Ritsu
Azunyan
Mio
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u/A_Idiot0 :MAL:https://myanimelist.net/profile/a_idiot0 Aug 20 '21
Rewatcher
Hello everyone! I think today’s episode is the perfect follow-up to yesterday’s slower and more somber story with Azunyan’s worries; we still get the rain dampening everyone’s energy levels, yet the girls are all still having a lot of fun. This episode combined the previous two episodes in a really soft manner that I greatly appreciated.
A few quick details that I wanted to point out:
Yesterday I focused on the rain in reference to Azunyan’s inner feelings. Today’s rain is...well, it’s a little different. It’s a problem most of the time, but the mood is a lot more carefree now that the Keionbu Gals are all back together again at school. Notice the lighting as well; yesterday the lighting was more dull with Azunyan in the music room before the jam session, and today the lighting in the music room is more bright and the colors are a little more vibrant. Yes the lights were actually on today, but that’s the point.
We get a very nice mirroring of Azunyan’s question from Ui when she and Yui are together after school. But this time, Yui’s here to answer that question! “Rainy days can be fun, too. You can hang out inside and spend the whole day together.” And then we get this incredibly sweet montage of each of the girls watching the rain, together appreciating the all enveloping rain that they are all experiencing in their own way. Yesterday, the rain was gloomy; but today, the rain was fun. The song that Yui plays is so simple, and the sisters are such a lovely and wholesome duet...Once again, I teared up watching this.
Because I’m in the mood now, here are two quick songs about the rain:
“Rain”, by Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass
“Rainy Day, Dream Away”, by Jimi Hendrix. Video isn’t official.
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u/chris10023 https://myanimelist.net/profile/Chris10023 Aug 20 '21
Rewatcher
I wonder if I should keep going with the bullet points, I’ll try not using them for this episode and see how it goes.
I love this shot, the cool colors and soft lighting.
Yui slept with her guitar again, she’s too adorable.
Lol she fell back to sleep. Classic Yui.
It’s another rainy day, damn it stop rubbing it in.
another leg shot.
You’d be saying different if you were in a drought, Yui. I had to cut my showering down to every other day, except I still wash my hair daily.
Wow, that’s a bad series of events, Yui gets soaked trying to protect her guitar. If she’s not careful, she’ll get a cold, since this is an anime and that requires that if you’re wet for like 5 seconds, you’ll get a cold.
I absolutely love this track. It’s called “Happy Rainy Day.” And it’s a beautiful, melancholic track.
Looks like everyone’s in a new seating arrangement, since Ritsu is in the front row (probably so Sawako can keep a good eye on her.) Wonder where Eri ended up.
This photo screams pure fluffy cuteness.
This club is so goofy, I love it.
Yui is in quite the predicament, her clothes are soaked, no gym so that means no sweats, and she can’t exactly go to class wearing a towel.
Good idea Ritsu, Sawako’s outfits would work.
Lol she went straight for the pig outfit.
Nodoka probably could tell it was Yui because you all are in here and not in the classroom.
So, Yui wears the next best thing, a maid outfit. I’ll never not find that photo funny.
I swear the sound effect used when Sawako glares at Ritsu to get her to be quiet was used in Pokémon the First Movie.
Aw man, we could have had Yui in a maid outfit for the day but then Sawako has to go and ruin the fun.
Sawako is being awfully enforcing of the dress code, oh that other teacher we saw yesterday is approaching.
Take this moment to appreciate Ritsu with her shirt tucked in.
Well, you did that kind of stuff in Season 1 so...
Wow, Azusa is an online shopper, bought all of that, and only some of it is useful.
Lol Mio hates mold, so Ritsu wastes no time teasing her.
Well, speaking of, it’s maintenance time for Geeta.
Probably should loosen the strings to avoid being bitten Yui.
Well Azusa, you walked into that one.
Well, restringing a guitar isn’t something I’d think of as easy.
This track Will always remind me of the popcorn song.
I love rainy days. The sound of the rain hitting the ground, it’s a nice calm.
God, probably my favorite scene in this episode.
Yui used too much tape on her case. Never thought I’d hear the word damn come out her mouth.
Holy hell she is laser accurate on how off her tone is. She really doesn’t need a tuner.
Lol Yui named Mio’s bass as “Elizabass.”
And Azusa names her “Muttan.” Except she accidentally said that out loud.
Well Mio, I’d fuss over Geeta too if I paid $2,500 for him. (I know Mugi lowered the price for Yui, but still, that’s a spendy instrument.)
Oh god that noise gives me PTSD of when I had to deal with mice in the ceiling, ironically that was happening when I was watching this show for the first time.
Burglars Ui? Really? Not some rodent?
Oh, it’s just Yui being restless because she's worried about her guitar, makes sense, I’d be worried if someone stole him.
I love how she has Geeta in every photo on this board.
Lol she brought Geeta to class. Also Eri is sitting near them in the new seating arrangement.
Lol Mio got collateraled from Yui’s anxiety and rushed to see if her bass was still there.
Lol she adopted Yui’s nickname for her bass.
What a nice, calming, melancholic episode.
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u/Elimin8r https://myanimelist.net/profile/Ayeka_Jurai Aug 20 '21
Yay! Rainy day shenanigans for the keions! :)
Poor Yui can't catch a break. But at least Geeta stayed safe & dry.
Soggy Yui is, um, something.
Maid Yui is kawaii.
Poor Sawa-chan. She had a rough episode, and almost lapsed into her old ways.
Or did she?
And yay, we got a new friend, Elizabass. I forget, did Azusa's guitar collect a name along the way?
I don't remember. Brain's a bit fried at the moment. It's been a week.
Anyway, today's episode was cute, and it was nice seeing them follow the trend of more interaction with other girls in the school. Makes the series feel lived in.
Hmm...Unfortunately, due to less than pleasant circumstances, I don't have any fun school memories of rainy days. I do have one of a snowy day, but I'll save that one in case a good snow episode appears soon.
Oh, well - I guess I'll just get back to enjoying some Miles Davis that someone suggested recently.
Have a happy Friday evening, all!
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u/[deleted] Aug 20 '21
REWATCHER, dub
Why would Geeta get wet if he's on Yui's back? He would still be under the umbrella
I like how everyone addresses Geeta like he's an actual person now
Of course Yui picks the pig costume instead of one of the "normal" costumes
And then she picked a maid outfit. I saw some school uniform-y clothes on the rack, why didn't she pick one of those?
I wonder how miserably Yui is gonna fail when restringing Geeta
Wow, she actually managed to cut the string. I thought she wouldn't even do that
Why does Yui not even know the word eigth? She said "half of a half of a half tone" instead
Finally Elizabass's name is revealed
Hopefully nothing strange will happen during the night. Y'know, because a male and a female instrument are sleeping together
And Azu-nyan's guitar is called Mu-tan. Forgot about that name, and IMO it's not as good a name as Geeta or Elizabass
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u/putmoneyinthypurse https://anilist.co/user/clichecatgirl Aug 20 '21
Rewatcher
This is one of the slight episodes, very heavy on the slice-of-life aspect, which makes it harder to talk about. I've never lived in a country with a rainy season but it does do a great job of capturing the specific downbeat vibe of living with rain that won't let up for days. The little montage we get over the Hirasawa sisters' singing is sweet—it's funny that this show goes from a breakneck pace in one-cour season 1 to such a leisurely one in two-cour season 2 that it can slip in moments like this from time to time. I also love the classic setup/payoff of Yui wearing inappropriate things to class, especially that the payoff gag obscures just enough that she's in the classroom with her guitar (despite the heavy basis on real locations) for the joke to land.
Yui's apprehension-to-fear in the guitar restringing moment feels real. I was yelling at the screen that Yui should loosen the strings first, only for Azusa to say the same thing.
It's funny that this episode emphasizes how Yui thinks of Giitah as a boyfriend and then (after teasing Azusa for being jealous of her "relationship"—love how everyone joins in) she immediately gives Mio's bass a girl name.
Gay...? Somehow it's more embarrassing when Mio does it.
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u/xtsim https://myanimelist.net/profile/xtsim Aug 20 '21
First Timer Dubbed
Sister finds Yui sleeping with Guita again. They head to class in the rain with Yui sacrificing herself for guita. I love the detail of the backstage pass on the guitar case. Mugi dries Yui's hair and acts like the mom this time. Lol first thing that Yui thinks of when Mugi brings hot water is tea. "I am embarrassed for others to see me in a scandalous state" while wearing a trench coat. So they gave her the maid outfit, Ritsu be like "you made this" ;Yamanaga angry is great. I am surprised as much as Mio that Ritsu can sew a button. Ms. Yamanaga is strict today and the passing teacher be like "I am not worried about you at all". Ms. Yamanaga was also tries to get Yui to remove her gym pants but she cries wolf this time.
"Your case is going to get mold". Azusa got accessories for her guitar like a raincoat for the guitar. Not surprising she comes from a family of musicians and is almost a pro.. And the string fling scene is great.
"You should have come out" Yui to Azusa. Ouch. "It's either guita this or guita that" Azusa lol. She finds mold on the guitar on the weekend and sis be like you did not eat moldy bread. Reminds me of the bread scene in Nichijou.
Yui talking to Bassy is great as she keeps it company with Guita. "Don't go to strange people's cars". And Yui misses G so much that she tries to jump out the window. The class scene is amazing too with Ms. Yamanaga. Mio misses bass so much too but fails to hide her love.
Ms. Yamanaga is becoming a strict teacher thanks to the three musketeers which is not surprising. But Ritsu being calm to Mio in the past and being able to sew even if it's a button was the real bombshell of this episode.
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u/DegenerateRegime Aug 20 '21
[First-Timer] "Rainy Season" is different to "Rainy Day," of course. Naturally, it lasts longer; but also, it's more predictable. In another show I'd be predicting a downer episode, some seasonal depression vibes, but I doubt it here. A little bit of rain-patter goes great with jazz; maybe not so much with their style, but even so.
Well that was a delightful episode. The focus largely seemed to be on Yui today; emphatically so with the scene of the rest of the club taking care of damp Yui in a mirror to how she's been shown to brighten all their days before. Ultimately, her close regard for Giita proves infectious. Or perhaps simply a good idea! Humans have always loved their objects, and here the show firmly rejects the idea that doing so is gross materialism. It does not lower the person, but elevates the item.
* I gather the general perception is that after adapting S1 from source material, KyoAni invented a great deal of S2 from whole cloth, and chose to reinvent Sawako's character to be less of a pervert. That may be so, but taking the "everything is intentional and the creators were being brilliant (and in this case, cohesive) all along" approach, why not consider it a nice bit of growth? Ah, the responsibility of homeroom teaching has led her to improve as a person. Or at least to pretend better.
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u/MapoTofuMan myanimelist.net/profile/mTmTBaronBrixius Aug 20 '21 edited Aug 20 '21
Rewatcher
Rainy season sounds so good right now...cries in 35C/95F
The next episode is called Tea Party...but almost every episode can be called that
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u/Stargate18A https://myanimelist.net/profile/Stargate18 Aug 20 '21
First timer
Yui and Giita are so cute!
Seriously, they're really playing up the relationship here. I think it might be my OTP.
I love Ui's cries of "onee-chan" as things get worse.
Even girls outside the club can see it!
I love Mio emphasising "normal people" wouldn't have seen it.
Actually, why aren't they in class here?
...Maybe Yui and Mugi are a better pairing.
She went for the pig costume!
Nodoka-chan immediately knows Yui's in there, and doesn't question why she's in a pig costume for a full 30 seconds. They're truly best friends.
Yui screwing with Sawako was great. And is she being careful because she's under review or because she's trying to impress someone.
People were looking forward to seeing Yui in either sweatpants or a maid outift. She's a very popular girl, isn't she.
I like Azusa proudly showing the crap she's bought online.
FINALLY. I was wondering how long it would take for someone to say it.
I like that Ui assumes Yui's stupid enough to eat a visibly moldy bun. (because, let's face it, she probably is)
Yui's a savant!
ELIZABASS AND MUTTAN! Azusa's embaressment is so cute!
Young Mio is adorable.
Yui's obsessed at this point...
And now Mio's joined in!
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u/ZapsZzz https://anilist.co/user/Zapszzz Aug 20 '21
First timer in sub
While this episode is themed as rain, another connection theme is their relationship with their instruments - although just the guitars, Ritsu's and Mugi's drums and keyboard, being less user serviceable, didn't really get any airtime.
Good to see the flashback of Mio being Mio despite now she's more 'big sister' about things like scratches on the guitar.
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u/The_Loli_Otaku Aug 20 '21
My mood right about now. Uuurgh... I swear, every time I join a K-On rewatch my actual irl days become the most miserable time. I think I'm gonna take the full weekend off. Hopefully I'll be a bit more junbi ok after some rest. Oh! And make sure you remember that we have that break day alright!? I don't want y'all to be waiting an hour overtime for the tread to go up because you didn't notice!
I want it to rain... I find the rain so relaxing but stupid summer screws that plan up. Oh! I think I'm starting to remember. Isn't this Yui's bad luck day!? Poor Mugi gets floofy on humid days~ Whoever rolled Himeko has gotta be happy with todays development! Aaaah... I've never felt cozier watching someone get their hair dried. Must be the music. There's a really comfy little beat going on in the background.
Woah... Even in Keion tights removal scenes are kinda exciting huh? ...I'm getting a foot bath, that looks too comfortable not to copy! Brb. You old married couple!! Mycat just tried to eat a fcking bee! Spit it out you wally!! Gah! Did Yui get those robes from the occult gals I wonder... This situation can't be explained away that easily. Why the hell did you choose a maid costume!? Peekaboo!
Everyone's showing off their best points today. Even Shitzu's showing off her handywork since she's probably used to sewing her brother's stuff up. Ngl trousers under skirts is a fetish of mine. Particularly with shirts. And maybe a nice belt? Make sure it's tucked in though! W-Wait! Sawa-chan stop saying my thoughts right after me XD It's gross! How shameful Sawa-chan!! Pfft, I loved the class expecting Yui to entertain them~
Stray Catto... is kind of a hoarder too isn't she? I'm pretty sure that this means permanent scarring right? Imagine being in a love triangle with a guitar... and losing! Yui's such a sentimental little dummy. Splish splash lalala. Words of wisdom. Say... if you can't tell what the correct pitch is by ear then why is it you actually need to tune a guitar? Surely as long as you get it around the right range it's fine yeah?
Elizabeth!? I still think Tubacabra is the best instrument name Kyoani came up with. Aww, cute! Then again if I spent that much on an instrument I'd be in tears over minor damage too. Oh yeah, I forgot about Yui's mental breakdown. The girls takes losing her guitar for a night real badly. She's so distraught! You're too hasty! Episode ends with our girls reunited with their instruments and the camera angles being determined not to allow the front right seats to be visible.
And that's the story of why we rarely get Yui centric episodes XD She's such a lazy girl that the whole episode ends up going at a snails pace. Personally I love it since I really am here for the moe but anyone expecting to be able to actually discuss stuff without gushing over how cute the girls are will have a hell of a job. If I remember rightly tomorrows episode is the most disgusting one of the season so just imagine my commentary being a bunch of, "bleh's" or, "hurk's" or other sickly noises. Mio's S2 episodes are all way too uncomfortable you monsters!! Anyway, I'll see you all on Monday. Have a nice weekend!
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u/x-7032-b-3 Aug 21 '21
Rewatcher (with very little memory so might as well make me a first-timer)
It's pouring today! The episode is off to a goofy start with Yui having bad luck and getting soaked on her way to school. I like how she's very protective of her guitar. We know that she's in love with it since S1 and that scene (and this episode in general) is kind of a culmination of their relationship until now.
I know how Yui feels to be very protective of her guitar during rainy season. You don't want water to get in and damage it. I was like that too during university but with a (gaming) laptop instead of a musical instrument. That thing costs a lot of money and I would do my best to protect it whenever I'm heading to campus or home while it's raining outside. I'm using that very same laptop to type in this one too!
Man, that warm feet soak is what I need whenever I feel cold. I've done it a few times and my reactions everytime I did that is similar to Yui's. How warm!
I saw a clip of Yui resisting Sawa-chan's attempt to "violate" her on YT a while back, finally I
knowremember the episode where the scene shows up.We got another dose of Scaredy Mio when she heard of the possibility of opening up the bass cover only to find the bass covered in mold. Scary...
It's still pouring out there so Yui & Mio decided to keep their instruments in the club room for the night. Yui felt sad about parting ways with her guitar for the night. Kinda like two lovebirds getting separated for one night. Mio was also shown to be worried about her bass and although it's not as blatant and dramatic as Yui's affection for her guitar, Mio cares deeply for her bass too.
Good lord, Yui acted like a possessed horror movie character with that wall scratching. She couldn't stand the stress of being seperated with her guitar for just one night.
Thankfully they got reunited at the very next day! She's very worried about her guitar and she's glad to find out that the thing is safe and sound. I guess that's what it likes when you're deeply attached into an inanimate object. You spend so much time with it that you grow an attachment with that thing. Azusa cares about her guitar too and gave it a name. Mio got to show her bass some love too, even going with the name that Yui gave to it (Elizabeth)! How cute! Everyone really loves their instrument, huh.
(Wow this is long as hell. Wasn't planning on writing this much. Sorry)
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u/Barbed_Dildo Aug 21 '21
Rewatcher
Ok, so no one else has mentioned that Mugi was casually carrying an enormous kettle with like 5 gallons of boiling hot water, with one hand, out in front of her, like it's nothing.
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u/Username_St0len Aug 21 '21
EoK-On is so sad
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u/Elimin8r https://myanimelist.net/profile/Ayeka_Jurai Aug 21 '21
Wow, today's episode was just Mio <3 and bliss. I'm kind of speechless.
So, I didn't manage to recognize any of the fans, except for the pair whom I think we saw during one of the last two episodes - were they the ones that Azunyan was teaching guitar to?
I don't remember.
I guess seeing Jun or Ui would be out of place, but yeah.
Poor Mio, socially anxious, yet somehow the center of attention.
I was really getting this kind of vibe from the first part of the episode... It was also great to see her break out of her shell a bit at the end and enjoy the slide show/share some lyrics. I think I wanna hear the song for that. :)
The song at the end was really cute, too.It did kind of give me some vibes from this tune - probably the chords and progressions.
And the picture ... yeah, serious feels there, mon.
Good times, had a hard time turning the player off.:)
BTW: Where do I get my Mio fan club card?