Hanasaku Iroha

Tiger Moms and Eagle Dads – Strict Parenting in Anime

September 1, 2012 by chikorita157 4 Comments

Just recently, something has come into my mind about how parents raise their children in Anime after watching the 8^th episode of Tari Tari. With the stereotype of Asian parents wanting their children to succeed such as the Tiger Mom and Eagle Dad, some of these stereotypes are also present in Anime. This is because Asian countries typically value education a lot, which is why they tend to rank high on science and math. For that, I’m going to explain what these terms mean with examples from various shows. (Image Source)
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Twelve Days of Anime – Part I (Days 1-6)

December 17, 2011 by chikorita157 5 Comments

アニメの１２日 – 一部

Christmas is almost here and to celebrate it, I’m taking a look back at the first 6 notable events that grabbed my attention or surprised me. This includes Fractale, Ore-tachi ni Tsubasa wa Nai, Hanasaku Iroha, Working Second Season, A Channel and Gosick.

If you don’t know what this project is all about, I highly suggest checking out the prelude. (Image Source)

Hanasaku Iroha – Final Review

October 10, 2011 by chikorita157 2 Comments

It’s a known fact that PA Works is well-known for their original productions. In particular, True Tears, Canaan and especially Angel Beats had garnered a lot of attention. Although their production values are great, the stories get a bit too ambitious mostly because of the length. This eventually caused them to get a bit off track from the original premise as seen with Hanasaku Iroha. (Image Source)
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Hanasaku Iroha – Episode 26 (END) – Confessions and Goodbyes

September 28, 2011 by chikorita157 2 Comments

hanasakuiroha-ep26-scr1 — She's determined to come back, someday...

The night of the Bonbari festival has arrived. With Ko finally making it there, how will Ohana react?
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Hanasaku Iroha – Episode 25 – Turmoil and Losing the Kissuisou They Love…

September 20, 2011 by chikorita157 Leave a Comment

hanasaku-ep25-scr1 — Ohana becomes anxious of where the inn is heading that she can't sleep.

As the employee’s refuse to surrender, they start to work long hours to win the battle. Meanwhile, Ohana becomes increasingly worried about the changes happening around her. She fears that it won’t be the same Kissuisou inn she knew and love once the festival is over.
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Hanasaku Iroha – Episode 24 – The Fight to Keep Kissuisou Alive

September 13, 2011 by chikorita157 Leave a Comment

hanasaku-ep24-scr1 — Once again, Takako intervenes...

At last, Ohana has confronted her feelings with Ko after he spent some time with Satsuki. At the same time, the employees of Kissuisou are not giving into Sui’s idea of shutting down the inn and taking things into their own hands.
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Hanasaku Iroha – Episode 23 – Ko’s Sudden Optimism

September 6, 2011 by chikorita157 Leave a Comment

hanasaku-ep23-scr1 — Satsuki is here to help!

Takako decides to track down the con artist in Tokyo that ran away and took the money with her last effort to save the inn. Ohana also tags along to confront her mother about her future and of course, meeting her crush, Ko.
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Hanasaku Iroha – Episode 22 – Catfights over “Crushes” and the Uncertain Future

August 31, 2011 by chikorita157 2 Comments

hanasaku-ep22-scr1 — At last, Ohana finally finds her true feelings for Ko.

With Takako’s and Enishi’s wedding approaching, Minko has yet to resolve her differences with Ohana until now.
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Hanasaku Iroha – Episode 21 – Love = Double the Trouble

August 24, 2011 by chikorita157 2 Comments

hanasaku-ep21-scr1 — This was so predictable!

After focusing heavily on the side characters, plot finally returns when Enishi and Takako decides to marry each other. Unfortunately, the planning of their wedding sparks some love triangle drama between Minko, Ohana and Tooru. Poo has certainly hit the fan for sure!
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Summer 2011 Anime Midseason Impressions

August 18, 2011 by chikorita157 7 Comments

Believe it or not, summer is more than half way done. Although I haven’t watched much from the summer lineup since I went on a two-week vacation late last month, the shows that I watched were very enjoyable. Out of the show from this season’s lineup, I have watched Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe and The iDOLM@STER along with two shows from last season. (Image Source)
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