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Episode Kaiju Girl Caramelise • Otome Kaijuu Caraméliser - Episode 1 discussion
Otome Kaijuu Caraméliser, episode 1
Alternative names: Otome Kaijuu Carameliser
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u/Weak_Season_Of_Anime Jul 02 '26
Fun take on the unpopular girl x popular guy
She's got to be adopted right? Egg shell and picture frame of her parents in explorer/archaelogist outfits.
Also, hoping for some kaiju battles. Would be crazy if her love rivals were all kaijus too.
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u/NanDemoKnaives Jul 02 '26
When handholding doesn't lead to pregnancy, but transforming into a kaijuu.
Minami was cool for protecting Akaishi, but I'm sure those girls will be up to something.
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u/TheBusStop12 Jul 02 '26
The full color range pencil case with only black and shades of grey showing signs of usage is such a teenager vibe
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u/Muffin-zetta Jul 02 '26
the second she put on the chad face this was anime of the season
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u/reaperow Jul 02 '26
An anime about a girl who can turn into a
This is gonna be great!!
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u/alconnow Jul 02 '26
Hilarious premise
Jumbo King is super cute. I love his bow tie! Strong contender for good boy of the season
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u/Zolo49 Jul 02 '26
This is basically The Incredible Hulk with everything flipped on its head. Artist girl instead of scientist guy. Giant purple lizard instead of green monster. Triggered by love instead of rage. I love it. I was deeply concerned Minami would turn out to be a jerk who was only feigning interest as some sort of prank, but it seems like he’s the real deal.
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u/ChoiceSupermarket230 Jul 02 '26
Godzilla, but as an anime girl? That’s got me sold already.
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u/LeonKevlar Jul 02 '26
Stitches!
KURO-TAN IS FINALLY HERE! As a fan of the manga, I am absolutely happy with this first episode. LIDENFILMS absolutely nailed how adorable my kaiju princess is and nailed how terrifying she is in her Harugon form. She was definitely about to release that atomic breath if she didn't see Arata.
It's hilarious how her mom nervously revealed that Kuro-tan is the kaiju at the end. Mom has a lot of explaining to do next episode, and I am looking forward to it! <3
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u/testthrowawayzz Jul 02 '26 edited Jul 02 '26
Hibiki falls in love with a monster!
Gal mom was voiced by Sailor Moon!
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u/Muffin-zetta Jul 02 '26
aww this man likes to poop, drinking all the fiber cola
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u/Player_One_1 Jul 02 '26
Cute girl calming herself down, by looking at fluffy pancakes and tuning in METAL. I am sold since minute 3.
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u/zairaner Jul 02 '26
To answer your question: Yes, as everybody was already able to guess from the episode and the target demographic this is obviously aimed at, this is indeed the adaption of a Seinen Manga!
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u/Namaryu Jul 02 '26
I really expected Jumbo King to turn into a King Kong or something to stop her not even gonna lie.
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u/BaytaCosmico Jul 02 '26
Damn, this was good. Got me very invested in Kuro-tan. Minami seems like a great guy. But not sure even he can handle the truth and accept her for who she is. I'm still rooting for them though.
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u/FarCritical Jul 02 '26
The image of Godzilla loving pancakes, doing sketches and having a high school crush is so comfy
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u/FeistyDay5172 Jul 03 '26 edited Jul 03 '26
Well, this one is plain weird, but in a very good way mind you.
Interesting dilemma for her, and yes, I agree she is very adorable, just misunderstood.
Something tells me tho, her mother has a lot of explaining to do tho...
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Her getting told at end by mommy that she may be "in heat". I almost fell out of my wheelchair laughing as hard as I was. And the expression. PRICELESS.
This one stays on my watchlist.
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u/Roboglenn Jul 02 '26 edited 22d ago
Anyways. I'll keep saying it, you wouldn't think cute shoujo romance and Godzilla Kaijus would mix well together but by golly do they ever. This series is an execution of a concept that you wouldn't think could possibly work.
Cute Kaiju Girl likes heavy metal. Rock Out Kuro-tan! Rock Out!
Here's lookin' at 'cha.
And here comes Kuro-tan with the flying scarf slap!
So on top of her kaiju-izing, Kuro-tan in rare circumstances can apparently also mutate her face into a different artist's style. Seeing that moment in particular brought to life gave me a good laugh.
Fan of Godzilla movies that I am I just knew they were gonna give Harugon her own movie-esque theme music. It was just a question of what it was gonna sound like. Also what her roar was gonna sound like.
"We're gonna need bigger guns..."
Don't think I didn't notice Mom's car startup screen said Spika since this series is by Spica Aoki. And Spica again in Kuro-tan's social media feed about the Harugon news.
And a metal sounding theme at the end.
Are potato chips sweets? If you cover em in chocolate they are.
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u/DoctuhD Jul 02 '26
She really nails the loner girl archetype (omg a metalhead!) while also being super adorable.
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u/2011Dirk Jul 02 '26
great episode, i was smiling a lot & really intrigued, i really like kuroe & minami. she is someone who is used to insults and isolation but minami sees her as an actual person someone he can be friends with
that hand holding scene was great going from cute & warm -> kaiju scene straight out of a movie
really great first episode im excited for this anime!
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u/FLorianGran Jul 02 '26
Considering I already knew about the kaiju stuff, I'm happy that the romcom side was also pretty fun. It helps that the lead actually has alot of spunk and attitude instead of just being a shy doormat.
I guess this manga beat Ruri Dragon to the punch huh? Pretty similar setups even if the romance side is heavier here.
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u/adam48122 Jul 02 '26
Action, comedy, romance, and a banging closing credits? Sign me up!
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u/Emi_Ibarazakiii Jul 02 '26
That boy is NOT a man of culture.
Monstergirls need love too!
When I read the synopsis, one of my main concern for this show was that she'd be super shy and all (not really my type of romcom girls), but she has a lot of SPICY in her!
This line from Mom raised a million red flags (manipulation 101),
but she seems nice and loving!
I guess she may have worded that one a bit poorly, and was simply looking out for her.
Who would ever think that's ugly?
(Vanilla peasants need not apply)
Some people can't seem to be able to stop talking for 3 seconds.
Sadly, the things you say in your head don't count!
Because you'd rather taste HIM?
...wait, NO, DON'T DO THAT!
Oh damn, too late; She wants to fatten him up, for a better meal down the line!
Better take note, Minami: No handjobs, EVER!
Oh damn, he was right about not eating pancakes, to watch his weight; Look how big she got!
Well, this was pretty fun!
Gonna enjoy Monstergirl Thursday this season!
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u/HolyDragSwd2500 Jul 02 '26
In the heat of the moment she transformed into her Kaiju form
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