Junjou Romantica 3

Story (7/10): First of all, in this Junjou Romantica Season 3 is still continuously relationship of 2 men and new improvements such as grown ups, meeting new people and new expressing way of true love of both 2 men, it's quite fast pacing. However majorly focused on couple of Junjou Romantica, but from couples of Junjou Egoist and Junjou Terrorist are only appeared in 1 episode as minor focus, it's so disappointing, it's really pending to me the couple of Junjou Egoist and Junjou Terrorist, which is Junjou egoist is one of my favorite couple. Art (10/10): I am very impressed and happy of the animation which is very highly improved as high quality of animation, unlike from season 1 and 2 it's looks like old, of course they keep on keep improving the animation in these generations. Also I'm so flattered the art of the characters, to be honest it's really hot men I've ever seen! Sound (9/10): The background music is finely new and I love the 3rd season of opening song! Character (9/10): All of the characters are quite improving new, some a bit of personality development I've seen, also not quite over dramatic characters like from season 1 and 2 they are over dramatic, and now from season 3 expressing so comedic faces! Then, very unexpected one character appeared from anime of Sekaiichi Hatsukoi and wow really crossover! Enjoyment (8/10): From my enjoyment, commonly I enjoyed where the romantic scenes of both men and more lovely kisses, I really melt myself seriously! But I'm so disappointed again from couples of Junjou Egoist and Junjou Terrorist only 1 episode appeared. Overall (8/10): Lastly in my overall of this season 3, it's quite good improvement and finely showing the story, hopefully I wish there could be a season 4, next time from couples of Junjou Egoist and Terrorist should be appear at least 2 episodes. After this Junjou Romantica Season 3, and now I'm waiting for the next crossover anime of Junjou Romantica which is the 3rd season of Sekaiichi Hatsukoi.

*spoiler free* Honestly, this show is so problematic, but yet I'm here, enjoying it and reviewing it. I know, I know, I'm contradicting myself. But how can I help it? I'm going to review this objectively for people who have seen the first two seasons before I go into my feelings in more depth. To begin with, there's actual small bits of kinda storyline at points throughout this season. While they still rely heavily on tropes, there is enough plot mixed in that it isn't the same drab formula over and over again. However, I will warn you that it does cut down on the ~smexy~ scenes quite a bit compared to the two preceding seasons. As for the art, it's an amazing improvement. I hated the art of the first two seasons, but this is so much cleaner and so much prettier that I can actually see how some characters might resemble proportional and possibly attractive human beings. The OP and closing are always upbeat as always, but I also appreciated the soft romantic background music that they began to use this season. It was a nice touch compared to before. However, again, the characters are my main problem with this show, like usual. They are honestly just fetishizing gay men and sexuality in general is kinda warped. Also, the men don't act like men? I doubt any actual gay man was involved in this project. It's very 'young woman writer writes about smexy alpha males who are paired with a variety of ukes who are very feminine and therefore expose the young female audience's dark fantasies without them having to face the fact that they like the idea of a dominating male' kinda thing. And in all honesty, the trap the show throws is exactly aimed at me-- I'm the audience they're looking for. So despite the lack of any real characterization, I still enjoy this show to bits. All in all, I really have to say that I hate myself for liking this, haha. I would recommend this if you: like classic yaoi, liked the first two seasons, like love triangles and jealousy plots, like seme/uke stuff I would NOT recommend this if you: hated the first two seasons, hate fetishization of sexuality, don't like the seme/uke dynamic, don't like heteronormative gay relationships P.S. I have to add that the 'rapey' scenarios are pretty toned down from seasons before as well. Have a great day everyone!

I'm not going to beat around the bush; Junjou Romantica is an absolutely fantastic anime. And season three is no exception! However, I believe that it is a must-do to watch the first and second seasons beforehand to fully understand the plot. Also, minor spoilers will be mentioned within this review. Without further adieu, let's go! First off, the character design. Studio Deen managed to capture the essence of the characters from the original 2008 anime, and further improved upon them. That is to be an expectation though, considering the seven year gap between the first and third seasons. The animation is fluid and well-produced, and didn't leave me disappointed. It really is magical to be seeing Junjou Romantica in 720p. And now onto the story. It was as enjoyable as the previous seasons, and introduced a new and intriguing love interest. There were lots of heartfelt scenes between Usagi-san and Misaki, which was more than satisfactory for me. I also loved seeing the though processes of each character elaborated upon, as I found the psychological aspects of each character to be of great interest. It made for a very enjoyable experience. However, I most certainly did have some issues with this season. In particular, my frustration was towards Misaki, Usagi-san's love interest. At the end of the OP, Misaki is shown blushing and shy, but then he jumps on Usagi-san and kisses him. That gave me high hopes that Misaki would finally be true to his feelings and also initiate things with Usagi-san for once. However, I thought wrong. The most that is shown of Misaki being assertive is him saying he should "molest" Usagi-san, and then some failed attempts to try and top him. Like seriously, what the hell even happened to Misaki's character development? In the second season he was able to openly express that he loves Usagi-san, yet in the third he can barely mutter it to himself? It's aggravating to say the least. In conclusion, Junjou Romantica is a fantastic anime and one that all fujoshi and romance fans in general would enjoy. The pros far outweigh the cons. Each episode was so drama-filled that it constantly kept me on the edge of my seat. I highly recommend all three seasons of this anime.

I tend to write reviews on the last season of an anime. As for JR, I felt the need to do so, once again. The story was on point, I like how we got to see the new art compared to the other two seasons, and how each character looks like now. The art was way better than it was in the first two seasons, much more detail. It's important to me that an anime has good looking art and sound. And this anime was on point on those two. As for the characters, I really liked watching them as they matured and came to understand the situtations in each episode. Personally, I like the first couple and it seems to be the main couple in the series of JR. Misaki was a 10/10, the humor was great, I couldn't watch an episode without laughing just once at least, so I had to replay that moment over and over. Overall, a very good anime for yaoi lovers. I give this season a 10. Good animation Funny moments Good story Improved art

Seems fitting I write a review on the third one like I did with the first two. This one was not as enjoyable for me. Unlike the first two seasons which had a steady time pace, this one just sped up quick. The first episode is set three years ahead which would be fine if the episodes flowed together. That didn't happen, though. Each episode to me was just fast paced. I think they jumped months ahead after the previous one unless it ended in some mini cliffhanger. Aside from that, the character development bothered me. Misaki and Usagi are my favorite couple out of the three and while I enjoyed Misaki's slow acceptance with coming to terms with his feelings for Usagi the first two seasons, after three years I would expect him to grow up a bit and at least be able to admit he loves him and be open with him in private. But he still has that flighty personality. This couple was given nine out of twelve episodes and all you get is Misaki's back and forth with his feelings while making a new friend, setting up a career for himself and apparently now fighting the advances from another famous author. If I remember correctly, he was also dealing with Usagi's rude, freeloading cousin as well. Another thing I hated was the lack of actual intimate scenes. They were mostly implied this season, unlike the previous two seasons which also kind of ruined the viewing experience. The terrorist couple, nothing happened with them. No progress or nothing. Same with Nowaki and Hiroki. Then yet those couples only got one episode. I don't think I even want a fourth season. It might jump another three years and not make any sense. But still, this third season did not wrap anything up.

I'd just like to state for the record that I'm 100% straight, though that didn't stop me watching (or enjoying) the whole Junjou Romantica/Sekai-ichi Hatsukoi franchise god knows how many years ago. Incidentally as many have pointed out then, media about gay relationships was understandably more scarce then so it was a really novel experience for me, and thus explains why my opinion of it might have been slightly disproportionate (by which I mean, inflated) then. If you are looking for a realistic portrayal of how gay relationships work, though I don't have any experience at it myself I daresay it's not as smooth-sailing and sparkly perfect as JR portrays them to be. Sure, the characters face hiccups in their relationships, but all is always resolved at the end of the day with the power of love! (tm). Honestly, if you took out one of the characters in each pairing and substituted him with a girl, you would get every walking cliche in the shoujo book and considerably lower ratings, I believe. In each pairing there's usually a partner with a 'stereotypical' girl personality anyways (i.e. portrayed in manga as wildly insecure, often lets imagination run wild with worst case scenarios, and all-out tsundere), so the only thing that makes this remotely a yaoi anime is that the body housing the personality is male. The kind of hiccups they face in their relationships, while varied in manifestation, always emerge on the basis of insecurity and a whole lot of possessiveness- this is something that's been playing since season 1, and frankly it's feeling a lot like i'm running on a hamster wheel. I mean, the show's timeline states that the relationship has been ongoing for 3-7 years (depends on which pairing)- if your insecurities are still running so deep then, that's probably not a good sign. That aside, JR3 isn't without its positives. The touchy-feely scenes may come off as a touch too cliche, but mostly succeeded in leaving me with a warm fuzzy feeling inside, so I'll count that as a win for the producers. There's also a sense of the protags growing up, dealing with some real-life problems (transition from uni to work life, being gay in conservative Japan)- I'd have liked more on these but it was only 12 episodes so hopefully they'll be touched on in future seasons! The art while not fantastic is definitely above average, and something that really caught my attention this time round was the OST. Hijiri Anze has always done a good job with the JR and SIH BGM's, but I felt he really outdid himself with JR3's and am definitely looking to download it. tl,dr: not for you if you're looking for something serious (or, as should be obvious by now, if you are opposed to shows about gay relationships...), but if you want the fuzzies with a whole host of bishies do give JR a shot!

I've watched the first two season of this anime, read the manga as well. The first season was addicting. It was sweet, fluffy and the inner struggle about falling in love with a guy, denying it and yet never wanted to let go was actually lovely to watch. The second season was good as it continues the first season. It filled the I-want-more parts, but as it progresses I became annoyed as some point especially the main couple Misaki and Akihiko. This third season became bland and annoying at most part. Although I should have expected it since the manga was way ahead of the anime. Still, I don't understand as to how their (Misak and Akihiko) relationship hasn't progresses for more than, what? Five years of being together. When I say 'progresses', I mean 'matured'. Misaki was still in denial, almost as uncomfortable as he was the first time he realized he actually like Akihiko back. For a supposedly 'live-in' relationship, he was still acting like a virgin on their first night together. He was so bipolar with his relationship with Akihiko, that when his lover shows him how much he loves him, he kept on pushing him and even gets mad at him for being clingy, but when Akihiko seems to momentarily became oblivious of him, he became whiny and paranoid and jealous for unknown reason. It was like he wanted to be continually tame, er, pursue, courted? in a way and yet doesn't want to return the favor. He was acting like a highschool girl, really. Even worst. Misaki also knew tha Akihiko was jealous with Ijuuin, and yet he continue to talked, get close and comfy with him. Yes, Ijuuin was his 'idol', but he should know his boundary when he knew his 'lover' was not comfortable with it. He kept on dismissing Akihiko, not once he actually shown he loves him in front of every one (that's why Sekai ichi hatsukoi is much much better, as Ritsu had shown and admitted that he loves Masamune) or anyone for that matter. He was like living in a lie, trying to hide things, and couldn't show or tell anyone he's in a relationship already. He can't even fight for it. He was always unsure. Even when the two of them would start doing the 'deed', Misaki still struggles like he didn't want it, and yet allowed it at the end just because he was 'use' to it and maybe it makes him feel 'good and relax'. Akihiko on the other hand was way too clingy. For a man whom everyone respected, he was childish and immature. Yes, it was cute with the teddy bears and all, but relationship wise, he was very insecure. I guess his insecurity do have a reason. I mean if you have Misaki as your boyfriend, you 'should' be very insecure. But Akihiko spoiled him too much, shower him affection too much and allowed Misaki to treat him like a trash and be pushed aside. It was like he has no pride whatsoever. Akihiko was always the pursuer, and it's kinda annoying. It doesn't matter if he's the seme, the fact is, when showing affection it shouldn't be a one way street. I was hoping at some point that Akihiko gets tired of Misaki's denial and just let him go. I mean if he really loves Misaki, then just let him do what he wants. If Misaki prefer to live on his own and do what he likes without thinking of Akihiko's reaction (which by the way appears as though it was a burden), he should let him do it. I want Misaki to be a pursuer and realized how he really love Akihiko. Because honestly, it seems their relationship only existed because Akihiko won't let go. Misaki's 'love', if there is, won't mature if Akihiko won't let him, especially with his attitude of my-love-is-enough-for-the-two-of-us. It's poisonous! Their relationship should be revamp. Misaki should be 'freed' from it, so he can do what he wants and have time to think things through without Akihiko's influence. Akihiko should, maybe, start trying a casual dating, both male and female and see if what he feels for Misaki was true or was only impinge by his long time affection from Misaki's brother wherein the time he was devastated Misaki was there for him, and therefore all his affection was poured out to the best available person at that time and the fact it was 'the brother'. It would be nice to have their ending with Misaki facing Akihiko in a public place with a determine looked on his face saying "I love you Akihiko (Yes, first name not the Usami-san he kept on saying), and I don't care what the world says otherwise. I don't care what my brother will say when he founds out, I don't care if you're doubting me at this point because I'll show you and prove to you how much if you only accept me back. I wanted to be with you and no else." ART: The art was Nakamura-san style, so I have nothing to say about it. Although it's not much of my taste. The Hybrid Child, with the same illustrator and author, was done a little bit better on my opinion. The jaws are not too pointy and squared. The sound was okay. The storyline not so much. The enjoyment, well, I get more thumbs down than thumbs up. Overall, I'm rating this 6, because their are few shounen-ai anime wise that's been animated properly.

This season is every bit as enjoyable as the first two, for me. I like pretty much every character and really have fun watching this series. If you're expecting any huge character/relationship developments to happen in this season, they really don't.. and it's really frustrating.. though there's a little. But if you have fun watching the show, this is still definitely worth it. Maybe spoiler-sh ahead? idk but if there's a 4th season they better not keep dragging out this whole thing with Misaki acting like Usagi is just the perverted roommate most of the time or whatever. As always very cute art though not the best attention to detail, decent music, pretty good voice acting, and as always, great if you don't want something with tons of plot and character development but a generally light-hearted slice of life/romance and very fun watch.

So really isn't to be taken sereously, it's just good fujoshi trash. Sure, there are (some) age gaps, but come on it's yaoi wdyw. It's just an enjoyable dumpster fire. Sure the third relationship is a bit creepy but lets just put that fact aside and focus on how hot Usagi is. Emm the people wrighting trash about it clearly don't know what a modent masterpiece is, can't really remember much of the story, something with the main dudes brother. that's not the important part tho. Good for new and budding weebs, the second relationship is the best one. Artstyle is verry remanicent of the early 2000s, I mean it's a love hate relationship. Just watch it, you've probably already wasted you're time on SAO so you have the time. 10/10 wanted a wedding.

There’s not much to say about Junjou. All the show does is follow a tried and tested formula, and it does this throughout all three seasons. A relationship is established after going through some issues and finally admitting their feelings for each other. Then another problem or issue is introduced, these usually revolve around jealousy, bad communication or meddling from outside by friends/family. The couple will always have worked out whatever it is by the end of the episode. Then in the next one it starts all over again, just with a new problem/issue. I find the side couples easier to deal with and enjoy to be honest. And Usagi’s character is fine, but Misaki is just the worst example of what is meant to be the innocent & oblivious character trope. Instead of coming across as cute he comes across as in denial and full of self hatred. Why else would he keep denying the existence of a relationship between him and Usagi after they’ve been living and sleeping together for 3 years already? Pushing that trope too far just causes a character to turn into a cardboard cut out… He’s 21 years old just about to finish his University degree and this idiot has no idea that it takes more than just an editor to produce a book. I mean how stupid is he meant to be here? Because he’s like way past the line of naivety and innocence and so far into just being dumb it’s painful to watch him fumble his way through life in general. Anyway, let’s talk about the best part of this season. We all know what it is, the animation!! The quality from season 2 to 3 is just astounding. You can actually tell characters apart from the first glance, the backgrounds are actually clear, everyone’s faces don’t look like Isosceles triangles, body proportions and hands in particular xD are almost even. I mean if you watch all the seasons one after the other, when you get to the third it’s like your watching a top quality series. Even though if you were to compare to a different anime it would still be not very good at all. If they had actually matched it to the current art in the manga it would have been even better, but almost anything is better than those first two seasons xD you have to REALLY love this show to put yourself through the torture of watching that.