Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows

Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows, does more with four 7-minute episodes than most anime accomplishes with hours and hours of exposition. This story is more like a set of connected haikus, or a few simple pen-and-ink drawings, where each careful choice of phrase, or each perfectly drawn line, speaks more deeply than anything else one can imagine. I loved Daru. His narrative voice was perfect. Even though we'll really never know what cats think, he felt very real to me. And his relationship with Kanojo was portrayed with such nuance and care that I truly believed that his words were truly his own. I can only say that, in the final episode, you must watch to the very end. Something very special happens, something magical, something perfect. I started crying during the first episode. By the end of episode 4 tears were flowing from my eyes, unbidden and unplanned. I'm still crying now, just thinking of this beautiful and utterly perfect gem of animated art. It's rare to encounter any work that's able to convey so much meaning with just the smallest and most intimate of gestures. I felt like I lived an entire life in less than half an hour. And when it was all over, I believed I was genuinely reborn. And I believe that rebirth and reincarnation, if such things could exist, would be more desirable than any other fate. Just to know that connection...that summer day...that familiar face and scent once again...

The beauty of She and Her Cat: Everything Flows lies in its utter simplicity. It takes what we often take for granted, puts a nice metaphorical spin on it, and connects to us on a deep and heartwarming level that you would never expect in a million years. Kanojo (or Miyu), the main character of Everything Flows, is a college student who is just beginning to face the real world. As with many other independent college students, she is facing some tough times, but what makes her situation all the more interesting is how she is being bombarded with incessant change. She just recently moved out of her childhood home, her friend/roommate recently left the apartment that the two of them split the rent for, and she’s had her applications rejected in her endless search to get a job. Needless to say, things are not looking too bright for Kanojo. The only one thing that has remained steady and consistent in Kanojo’s life is her cat, Daru. Kanojo’s mother found Daru when Kanojo was still a young child, and, although initially rejecting Daru, she learns to tolerate him. Over time, they grow together and form a deep relationship with each other. Their relationship has now developed up to a point now where Daru recognizes the hardship that Kanojo has to endure. Although there is not much that Daru can physically do, it is clear that he empathizes with her deeply. It should be noted that the entire storyline is told from Daru’s point of view, but it isn’t isolated to just that. By incorporating a number of flashbacks and cleverly integrated metaphors throughout the story, the screenwriters of this 4 episode series have created something that has just enough impact to leave an impression yet still not sound overly sappy. It’s truly just right: a masterfully crafted balance, as I would say. As for the art and sound, they are both well done. An easy, breezy OP & ED and well-timed music to leave an emotional impact – what’s there not to like? The animation and art are very consistent and does the trick for this show. Overall, it’s a great watch. 28 minutes in total may not seem like much, but it does the trick for the context of this show. The simplicity of this show is its strongest selling point, and after watching this I’m sure that it’ll leave you thinking about your own life too. Overall Grade: A- Author's Disclaimer: Please remember, this is my own personal opinion. I critique anime primarily on how the story is executed and how well-rounded the characters are. This review is not meant to target any other review but was intended to provide a more holistic analysis. It should be noted that this is a full-fledged review of the entire season.

In case your also wondering if the romance is between the girl and the cat, then the short answer is YES but am sure its not as twisted as you might imagine. The story is the most awesome thing about this short anime, its not exactly something that is gonna make you tear up but its guaranteed to move you, watching "Kanojo" from the cats POV as she struggles with finding a job and the stresses of having to adjust to living alone as a new adult in the society. story: 9/10 Like i said before, the story is definitely the best part about this anime, its fast paced since the anime is very short, but wont fail to make sure you understand everything very clearly, the cat narrates most of it, showing us flash backs from the life of Kanojo when she was a child and her problems as she was growing up. Art 7/10 Not exactly what you can call the best but it was awesome, the animation wa smooth and the emotion behind every action were portrayed well in every scene. That is about as much as I can say about the art. Sound 8/10 Im the kinda person who would stop watching a movie or anime just because they messed up the sound tracks for a certain scene, This anime absolutely matched the soundtrack with that heavy tone of watching someone fight responsibilities, I never really notice any anything if the character's voice acting is messed up but am sure you will find that the sound is OK. Character 9/10 The anime doesn't really use a lot of characters considering that the anime is from a domesticated cat's POV, but as far as am concerned the character's were very realistic, the way they talk and act is what you would see in real humans, absolutely down to earth characters. Enjoyment 10/10 Without a doubt this part takes a 10 because of the awesome story, a very short anime but for just the 7 minutes that you will watch, it will totally reel you in slowly, I like stories that are fast paced because i easily get bored listening to too much detail, this anime packed every up in short scenes that make you understand fast. Well this review my not be of help but am pretty sure you will enjoy the anime just as much as I did, its one of those anime that doesn't give you much room for hating it so am sure no matter the type of anime you like, this one is definitely a watch for any anime fan.

This short 4 episode long series follows the life of a girl after graduation, the economic and psychological hardships she faces as she enters the world of adults (No, not THAT part of the adult world, the others) and how she has to rely on herself and her cat, a pet she's had since she was a child. The cat is already pretty old unfortunately and it's clear from the start of the anime that he's getting slower and weaker. Melancholic themes, a tiny bit of intense drama, nice voice acting by both the cat and the girl (we can hear the thoughts of the cat even though he doesn't understand exactly what his owner says. This reinforces the connection between them nicely, showing that even without "speaking" the same language they have a much deeper, emotional connection). The visuals, while nothing spectacular, are on a pretty ok level, usually displaying a sunset that quickly becomes depressing. All in all the anime is a very good drama worth your time... EXCEPT: Has any of you actually ever owned a cat?! Because the writer of this clearly hasn't. Let me tell you folks, I have owned both a cat and a dog in the past and this anime shows how a DOG would think, NOT a cat. Years spent together? Emotional connections? "I love her."?!?!?! Foolish naive humans, that's NOT how a cat thinks. A cat doesn't want to see you... A cat... A cat just wants to watch the world burn... I hate using memes as points of reference, but cats are a$$holes, we know it when we buy them and it's pretty much WHAT we buy them for. In reality people, the moment you die horribly because someone threw the microwave in the bathtub, a dog would start crying next to your burnt corpse, and it would eventually die from the depression. A CAT ON THE OTHER HAND, oh... The cat would turn around on your revolving chair, rub its paws together and say: "The human is dead, good. All according to plan... Nyahahahaha!"

The mere minutes I've spent watching this short series was invaluable. Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows earned the utmost of my appreciation and respect for being able to make me cry in only roughly about 30 minutes. Only fewer anime can pull this off. And what's more surprising is the fact that each episode from this series is only about 7 minutes long. A certain someone once said that "When you enjoy something, time pushes ahead quickly." . I unquestionably concur with this statement. When I play games, I sometimes become happy. And when I become happy, time moves forward swiftly without me realizing it. This also applies to when I watch anime, when I swim, and when I do other activities that makes me feel happy. However, this anime is so short. To such an extent that it's illegal. It could've gotten a higher rating if it had at least 12 episodes. The story is solid, the art is stunning, the sound is beautiful, the characters are likable, and I enjoyed watching this series from start to end. Story : 10/10 Have you ever wondered what animals think of us, humans? Nerds, Scientists, and Professionals had been arguing and debating about this particular subject for such a long time now. Why? Because we don't know how they feel. We don't have their mind, their body, their eyes, or their soul. We do not possess the technology to "knows thoughts" nor were we born with telekinesis, because such thing does not exist. Formerly created by Shinkai Makoto, a man who is quite famous for his work : Kimi No Nawa, Kotonoha no Niwa, Tenki no Ko, Byousoku 5 Centimeter, etc.. Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows used to be aired in 2002, but was later on remade in winter 2016 by LIDENFILMS. This anime is an outlook of what a simple, black, and adorable cat think of his female owner as they grew up together. The story is quite simple. You could even say that you're watching an anime version of an episode from "Animal Planet" or "The Dodo". However, the concept behind the story of Everything Flows is heart-touching and really shows how a simple story could become something so sentimental and worth contemplating. When I began this series. My expectations were very low. Because this series is an anime. I feel insecure and paranoid of the ideology of "anything is possible in anime". This made me overthink about what this series would be like. Up until the point where I thought that the black cat in this show would engage in a sexual intercourse with the female protagonist.. ( sorry! but I had to say it! ). I didn't want that to happen, so I felt even more paranoiac and felt hesitant to start the series. Fortunately, I later on reluctantly decided to start it anyways in hope of the fact that the series would not actually be what I've presumed it to be. I was glad that my thoughts were deceiving me after I have completed the series. Though I was scared at times when the cat said "love" in its mind. The series was simply about a cat that had been adopted into a family of one mother and one daughter. They grew up together until the daughter had left her own mother in order to become an independent individual of the society. Bringing the cat along with her. The cat and the daughter then both continue their lives. Going through hardships and obstacles in life until time had separated them from each other. The simplicity of this show is its gem. The numerous amount of abstractions in this show is its treasure. These two alone gives me pleasure. The story is just so expandable that I ran out of words to describe its superiority. Within just 30 minutes, I have learnt so much from this anime. If there's ever an advertisement for cats, and this series is shown? I'm hands down buying whatever the advertisement wants me to buy. Period. Art : 10/10 LIDENFILMS had never been a big budget flexer ever since Initial D. All their series and movies's art style and quality are either mediocre or satisfactory. But in spite of that, it's kind of ironic that Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows had such a good and fluid art style and quality. Probably because of Sakamoto Kazuya? Perhaps. Anyways. The art was so good that I thought I was watching Tsuki Ga Kirei all over again. I don't really have anything else to say for this since it's already perfect and has no flaws whatsoever. Sound : 10/10 Nice voice acting. Nice songs. yes Character : 10/10 In this series, we have two main characters. Daru ( The Cat ) and Miyu ( The Owner ). As I progressed through the show, I have seen progressions of the character developments of the two as they grew up together. I'd say the CD succeeded its purpose as a slice of life although in such a short amount of time. As I said before, the simplicity of this show is its gem. So saying "It's not good enough because the anime is too short" would be impolite. So I'll just leave the CD here. Other than the character developments. The characters are amiable and very adorable. Especially Daru. Although I'm a more fan of dogs. Cats are pretty dang cute too. The appearance of Daru really makes me feel soothing and really makes me want to pet a cat again. Aside from Daru, Miyu is also kind of hot. Could say she'd be a nice waifu material. But I'd rather let her live her life instead. Other characters are also fine. The supporting characters did their role. Blah blah blah. Already perfect. Enjoyment : 10/10 Very short but I enjoyed watching this series. I've also been quite busy lately, so seeing something fast paced and good really makes me be able to fit my time to watch anime into my schedule. Overall : 10/10 Overall utter masterpiece. Very underrated. And very "under"rated. Everyone should watch this at least once. It's not even long. Only about 30 minutes. It won't suck your entire lifespan like Dragonball or anythin'. So for that reason, I recommend this anime to EVERYONE!

Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko might probably be short but the impact that it leaves you stays longer than you imagine. As a cat lover, I really enjoyed watching this. The opening suits the "aura" of the anime. And the animation is just magnificent especially if you stream it in HD. The story was lovely and light. One of the great thing about this anime is that it's told in the perspective of the Cat. I'm pretty sure that cats have this thoughts. I got a bit emotional too cause it reminded me of my old cat, yuki. She was sweet and lovely. I suddenly missed her. I think one of the underlying lessons that you will learn from this is to never take something for granted. I never regretted anything on my end with my relationship and time with yuki. I'm sure she knows that I loved her and I will always do. If you're a cat lover, I highly recommend you to watch this. If you aren't but you wanted something oddly relaxing, I recommend you to watch this. It's just 7 mins per episode so it's convenient :''3

(Spanish review below). I definitely recommend reading the manga instead of watching the anime. The latter deals with its themes very superficially. Also, it changes a lot of things for the worse, because these changes take away depth and make it an average anime. The drawing is much better in the manga as well. While the manga is not a masterpiece, it set out many interesting and sensitive issues, which the anime simply trivializes. Even the relationship between the girl and her cat is different. I watched ‘Blue Period’ after watching ‘She and Her Cat’, and I was pleasantly surprised to know that both mangas are by the same author. ... Definitivamente recomiendo mucho más leer el manga. El anime trata sus temas de forma muy superficial. Además, cambia un montón de cosas para mal, porque estos cambios le quitan profundidad y lo vuelven un anime promedio. El dibujo es muchísimo mejor en el manga también. Si bien el manga no es una obra maestra, plantea muchos temas interesantes y sensibles, que el anime simplemente banaliza. Incluso la relación entre la chica y su gato es diferente. Vi ‘Blue Period’ después de ver ‘Ella y su gato’, y me sorprendió gratamente saber que ambos mangas son de la misma autora.

I rarely write reviews (and when I do they are very short), but this anime moved me so much that I feel that I must write one. These four episodes are emotionally powerful especially at their close; the beautiful art and animation style only enforces how deeply affected I was by this anime. It is very well paced except seeming slow at times, but since the series in all is about half an hour it should not make much of a difference. There are only four characters and the main two are very nicely fleshed out, and even one of the others (the mother) has a very clear-cut personality and ambience to her. They feel very much like typical people (and cat!) but they are lovely characters all the same. The sound in general was pleasant but not all too interesting, although not hard on the ears by any means. It is always nicely placed as well. The quick story within four 7-minute episodes felt much longer than it was and for good reason - it had more depth and felt more "full" than most longer animes I have seen. It may look a the surface to just be a short story about a girl and a cat - and it is - but please give this a watch.

I went into this anime with some expectation, and I got some in return. Story Fairly straightforward, it's simple, but it works. I was in a dilemma of finding a job when I was watching this, so I could relate to a degree. Art This is where I had some mixed feeling. I knew where the spin-off is coming from, so I had a high expectation. But it wasn't that great. Don't get me wrong, it is very beautiful with the scenery and stuff, but it feels more like a painting than animation to me, since the lack of dimension is really bugging me. Especially when the cat is black and it turns dark for certain frames. It has a old animation feel though, which is kinda unique at the time where CGI anime is a thing. Sound It was good, but I don't remember it too well. I guess this is a good thing, since it means that there wasn't anything out of place, which means they did a good job in doing the cues and stuff. Character Each character is not complex and only plays a role. The cat plays the narration, the girl plays the girl in distress, the friend and mom are the person who concerned about the girl. I think the chemistry between characters are really well-mixed, and how they reacted to another person showed the character better. For example, how the cat gives cold shoulder to the friend is showing how the cat like the smell of the girl and the girl alone. Enjoyment This has a sad tone throughout the series, and while there are happy times, it's hard to shake off the feeling that it's sad. Nevertheless, it's still fairly enjoyable, with the story well-written and we have only the cat as a narration. Overall I don't like shows with a sad tone, which I know this show is going to be. I might not rewatch this though, despite I have some good moments with it, since it doesn't really fills my need for laughter. Nevertheless, I would rate this as an okay show at least, since it's short and they delivered it in a simple way and attend to small details which lets you pay more attention to the show.

Usually I don't have a problem with subs, but I have to warn you, it is easy to miss out on a lot if you insist on not watching the dubbed version. I couldn't tell who was talking sometimes and they do not repeat themselves. The cat in particular has a quiet delivery and likes to practice his poetry, so I found myself zoning out a lot and having to rewind, which ironically ruined the flow. And I probably didn't pay enough attention to the visuals either. The art is good but not flashy, sensitive topics are handled very tastefully, the story is simple and sweet, and the characters are really well done. I'm rating this very nicely because this would have been an amazing experience if I had known that the show would have been much better dubbed.

Have you ever wondered how a story narrated by a cat would be? "Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows" is a very meaningful anime. The title itself is beautiful and matches perfectly the content of the story. Story - 10/10 Daru is an old cat who loves his owner. He never uses her name (Miyu). For him, she is just "kanojo". I liked how Daru's thoughts catch your attention. His voice is so softly. He narrates the story from his eyes--a cat's eyes. It's interesting to know Miyu through his perspective. She is having a bad time. Can't get a job. Misses her mother. Daru is her only company. And it's beautiful when they are together. Art - 10/10 This anime is so beautifuly animated! I loved the details. Daru's eyes are just perfect. Sound - 10/10 The music is very touching. It conveys the character's feelings. Character - 9/10 As the main character, Daru is wonderfully developed. There's something very mature in the way he acts and thinks. Miyu doesn't get behind, but I missed some information. The anime could have explored her family's background better. Enjoyment - 10/10 I'm the kind of person who likes to watch animes that make you cry. And I love cats too. So, the enjoyment was great! Overall - 10/10 This is probably one of the best animes I've ever watched. And I'll problaby rewatch it again and again. Daru may be a cat, but he is an amazing character I'll never forget.

Looking for an anime to relax and kill some time with? Then this one's for you. 4 episodes, only around 13 minutes each, it surprisingly left an impact to me, as simple as it is. The plot revolves around Daru, an old kitty living together with his owner, a woman struggling to find a steady job. The story is narrated from the POV of the cat, cherishing the time he had with his owner in a series of flashbacks. The plot sounds so simple, but that's exactly why it works. Nothing too complicated to think about, just a fine and relaxing 'healing' kind of show. Nothing much to talk about the visual here. One thing I can say is that it's a pleasant to look at. The choice of color palettes here suit the overall theme of the story, subtle and calm. One thing that I particularly liked about the show is how realistically they portrayed Daru. He moves and acts like a real cat and that makes him much more likable and believable. The soundtrack was nothing too outstanding, but it fits and never felt out of place with the overall theme of the show. It has a calm and relaxing tune with a slight sad undertone to it. Overall, I can say this is the perfect show for a cat or even any animal lovers and by the end, it even made me shed a few tears from its bittersweet ending. It's amazing how an anime this short can left that much impact to me. And for that, I gave it a solid 8.

Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko is a show that reveals 4 episodes each not longer than 8 minutes to the audience. However don't be deceived for this show hides more in such a small amount than some shows can't even get done right in 12 episodes. Short but yet heart-moving story that offers remarkable emotional experience along with amazingly done art and sound that fit together like pieces of puzzle creating a very subtle, exquisite and comfortable atmosphere that hauls along the whole show. What also grabbed my attention was the lenght and amount of episodes which gives this show really alternative or rather indie image that comes across to audience very well even with the actual enjoyment that this anime has to offer. Cute, atmospheric, heart-moving and definitely worth watching - that's Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko.

So I watched this on a whim because I am a cat owner. My cat and I share a very tight bond and is a very important part of my life. Needless to say, this was some of the most emotional 28-30 minutes of my life in terms of anything anime related. The story for myself was extremely relatable, even with the strain of the main character. The art direction fits perfect for the anime, though not as memorable or eye popping as other shows. The story is emotional no matte what, but if you have a pet this show may really dig at your soul more than others. I was emotional during each episode, until the final episode where I cried for a good half hour. No other anime has ever done this to me before. I will be holding my cat tight tonight.

This anime is both sweet and bittersweet at the same time. It reminds you how fast time flies and how important it is to keep moving forward, because in the end it’s all worth it. I started watching it out of simple curiosity, but I truly ended up loving it. The art and the music are absolutely perfect. The story feels truly unique, wrapped in a gentle, almost lo-fi atmosphere that blends seamlessly with its soft art style. Together, they create a world that feels quietly alive and emotionally rich. The characters are written with such depth and sincerity that their experiences resonate deeply, making the entire journey feel like something any of us could have lived.

This mini series is both sweet and sad. It follows the life story of a cat and the girl who he loves, as they both grow into adult: their lives parallel and growing over time. It has a very slow pace and allows you to be entranced and enmeshed into the tiny details. This slow pace is critical for such a short series as it allows the watcher to feel like it is much longer than it really is. On the border of shojo and Josei, this series is sweet but also has a lot of depth to offer if you are looking for it. In such a short time the story draws you in and captures you with its innocence. Although a series of this nature is not my personal favorite, it is very well done and I enjoyed watching it.

Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko. If you're looking for a short but sweet anime, this is it. I love the idea of watching something from the perspective of an animal. This is perfect to remind people to love their pets and not to forget/ take them for granted. To them we are everything in the world, yet to us they are simply a pet. But they are so much more than that. The short period of time they are in our lives can leave a permeant mark on our hearts. This is so far one of the best anime I've watched so far. 10/10

Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows, or She and Her Cat, is a beautiful tale told from an aged black cat’s perspective on his owner’s life and the world about him. The story is like a snippet from real life, emotional but strikingly realistic. Daru is shown to empathize with his owner’s struggles. Even though he does not understand how she speaks, their thoughts and feelings are intertwined with one another as each of their lives progress. We watch Miyu’s strife, from her mother’s happiness to her occupation, and Daru stands beside her and brings her comfort in her hour of need. The sheer, unbridled emotion this anime evokes from its viewer, coupled with the gorgeous animation, is unlike anything in the industry today. This anime is human at its core. The life of a cat and its owner is the single most human story an anime could portray, and She and Her Cat is a flawless and simplistic representation of the deep tenderness of cat ownership. It receives a well-deserved, 10 out of 10.

I came to this adaptation of one of Shinkai's early works (ie, 'She and Her Cat') after watching 'Your Name' and wanting to see the development of his career. I enjoyed the premise of the anime: a brief moment of someone's life told through the eyes of a cat. The plot turned out to be better than I expected. Seeing the love and affection that Daru (the cat) has towards his owner, Kanojo, despite his ever-present confusion towards Kanojo's life is both admirable and inspiring. It shows that even as you go through some of the lowest points of your life, having someone special there for you can make so much more tolerable. Yet, this premise limits much of the anime's potential. There was a prevailing feeling that something was missing and 3 months later when writing this, I still haven't figured out what. Unfortunately, for this reason, I can not rate it any higher than I have.

*Might contain minor spoilers* A short, simple, nice and warming story presented from a cat's point of view. I always wanted to watch something like this. It's interesting because it makes you think "what could be in a cat's/animal's mind?" There are four episodes, without the short opening and the ending we have ~25 min. in total (6-7 min. per episode). It's not really much and it's difficult (not impossible) to present a complex story in such a short time. With only 4 characters (a few more are just passing by) it's a pretty decent development. We get some flashbacks and we can see how the relationship between Miyu and her mother changed and why she moved alone with her cat. She was presented as a lonely girl, more like an introverted person, therefore she had some troubles finding a stable job. In the end we see her like a new person who finally "could grow up". We can talk about the relationship between Miyu and her cat too. While she said in the past to Daru that she'd rather be alone, asking him "you wold too, right?", now she wouldn't want lo live apart from her precious cat. This story is also narrated by the cat. I think the voice acting was very good, Daru's voice was fitting perfectly and together with the music it was a very relaxing four-episode show. The things I didn't liked about this short anime are some moments that could have been explained better, I found them a little bit confusing and maybe the fact that they could have added just a few more details about the characters. But because it's a short story, this little things seem like a bigger minus point. In general, it was a nice "little" anime. I'm happy I watched it. 8/10 Personal enjoyment/off-topic I have a cat and I always thought: "What could animals think about?", "How and what do they feel when they are with us, humans?", "Are we giving them enough attention?" "Are they happy with us?" There was something Daru said in this anime : "I live in my own time and she lives in her own time. So these moments when my time and hers intersects are more precious to me than anything." Most of the pets we own are alone, they do not have any other animal friends. They might be, sometimes, just a little part of our life, but for them, we are everything they have. I feel like that's what this anime wanted to highlight. And that was, also, what I liked the most about it.